alcohol,category,country,description,designation,price,rating,region,subregion,subsubregion,title,url,varietal,vintage,winery 12.5,White,Portugal,"Pure fruit flavors are fresh, but still show the ripeness of 2009. This is a fruity, ready-to-drink wine that has citrus, green plums and fresh acidity.",Branco,19,87,Douro,,,Maritávora 2009 Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maritavora-2009-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Maritávora 14.7,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend that is three-fifths Cabernet Sauvignon, has light berry flavors and a wash of new oak. Mocha and toast and chocolate smother the fruit, which fades quickly. If you love chocolaty reds, you will find this wine delightful.",Basis Points,39,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Market Vineyards 2008 Basis Points Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/market-2008-basis-points-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Market Vineyards 14,Red,Chile,"Dusty blackberry and dark plum aromas come with spice, particulary pepper. Feels crisp, juicy and tight on the palate, with plum, cherry, red licorice candy and peppery flavors. Dry on the finish, and only slightly herbal overall.",Natura,11,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Emiliana 2010 Natura Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2010-natura-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Emiliana 11.5,Rose,Australia,"Strawberry and watermelon come together in this tart, medium-bodied dry rosé. The juicy red fruit doesn't offer much complexity, but is refreshing and easy to drink.",The Y Series Sangiovese,13,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2011 The Y Series Sangiovese Rosé (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2011-the-series-sangiovese-rose-south/,Rosé,2011,Yalumba 13.9,Red,US,"Very young, this is a fine follow-up to the winery's outstanding 2009. Dark and rich, the estate-grown fruit offers far more flavor than almost any domestic Merlot in this price range. Blackberries, black cherry, smoke and espresso lead into a grainy, chocolaty, tannic finish.",Estate Grown,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),StoneCap 2010 Estate Grown Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecap-2010-estate-grown-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2010,StoneCap 14.6,Red,US,"This opens with a whiff of gamy fruit, wild cherry candy, and a full, forward flavor. A slightly sweaty off-note creeps into the finish; nothing too off-putting.",Spice Cabinet Vineyard,33,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Mercer 2008 Spice Cabinet Vineyard Mourvèdre (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2008-spice-cabinet-vineyard-mourvedre-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Mourvèdre,2008,Mercer 13,Red,Italy,"This blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot features a dark ruby color and balanced aromas of black fruit, leather, spice and rum cake. It's fresh and fruity in the mouth, with just the right measure of concentration to pair with lasagna.",Aureo,55,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Toscana,,Fattoria la Castellina 2008 Aureo Red (Rosso di Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-castellina-2008-aureo-red-rosso-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Fattoria la Castellina 11,Red,Chile,"Solid and sturdy up front, with earthy berry and cassis aromas. Feels lively and a bit grabby, with plenty of red fruit in the plum and berry range. Finishes with a hint of smoky oak and toast. A good wine from a cool vintage.",Los Vascos,11,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2010 Los Vascos Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2010-los-vascos-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 13.5,Red,France,"This wine needs some time to open up after pouring to fully express itself. With time, rich notes of black currant, brambly berry and black cherry grace the nose and mouth, with a touch of licorice root and espesso unfolding after swallow.",,12,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Domaine Sainte-Eugénie 2009 Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sainte-eugenie-2009-red-corbieres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine Sainte-Eugénie 13,Red,France,"Wild barnyard notes dance among the rich dark fruit and berry core. Garrigue and bramble accents add more character to the smooth and silky mouth, while the medium finish lands on a softly oak-kissed flavor. Drink now.",Tradition,14,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Saint-Chinian,,G. Moulinier 2009 Tradition Red (Saint-Chinian),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-moulinier-2009-tradition-red-saint-chinian/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,G. Moulinier 14.5,Red,US,"Nina's has an oaky nose with roasted, nutty aromatics, and in flavor just teeters over the acceptable brink of enjoyable intensity. Lots of baked plum that's quite nice.",Nina's Cuvee,30,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2008 Nina's Cuvee Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2008-ninas-cuvee-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Concannon 12,Red,Italy,"Aged only in stainless steel to keep the fruit lively and fresh, this value wine delivers white cherry, raspberry and almond skin. It's crisp and fresh on the close.",Casamatta,10,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Bibi Graetz 2010 Casamatta Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bibi-graetz-2010-casamatta-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2010,Bibi Graetz 12.5,Sparkling,Australia,"A pale flamingo-pink in color, the 2009 Taché shows pleasant berry, citrus and toast shadings, but the bubbles are aggressive and somewhat coarse in the mouth. Fades quickly on the finish.",Taché,20,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Taltarni 2009 Taché (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-2009-tache-sparkling-south-eastern/,Champagne Blend,2009,Taltarni 14.1,White,US,"Slightly spritzy and slightly sweet, this ready-to-drink Chardonnay has a soft entry that hints at oxidation. Perfectly pleasant for everyday drinking, it will show best if chilled.",Linen,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Bergevin Lane 2009 Linen Chardonnay (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergevin-lane-2009-linen-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Chardonnay,2009,Bergevin Lane 13.5,White,Chile,"Green and snappy smelling, with scallion, lime and jalapeño aromas. Feels an awful lot like soda, with spritz and citric acid. Tastes 100% citric, like orange juice and pithy lime and grapefruit. Could use more body and support.",Los Vascos,14,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2011 Los Vascos Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2011-los-vascos-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 13.5,Red,France,"A black currant-dominated wine, with a stalky, herbal series of flavors along with a positive juicy, fruit-forward character. The tannins are firmly dry with some smoky spice at the end.",Réserve Spéciale,15,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2010 Réserve Spéciale (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2010-reserve-speciale-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 13,Red,Italy,"From the heart of Tuscany's best winemaking zone, this ruby-red wine delivers red fruit, cherry, almond skin and light spice. It's simple, fresh and clean.",,13,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Banfi 2009 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2009-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Banfi 13.5,Red,US,"Tastes as sweet as a granola candy bar, with raspberry and cherry fruit, roasted almond, honey and cinnamon spice flavors. Way too simple and sugary, especially at this price.",Rodgers Vineyard,33,85,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Cenay 2010 Rodgers Vineyard Pinot Noir (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cenay-2010-rodgers-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Pinot Noir,2010,Cenay 13,Red,US,Yorkville's Malbec has pleasing aromas of dark plum and fig and is medium-bodied. A good wine that's fairly low in alcohol.,Rennie Vineyard,28,85,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Yorkville Cellars 2009 Rennie Vineyard Malbec (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-2009-rennie-vineyard-malbec-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Malbec,2009,Yorkville Cellars 13,White,Australia,"This unoaked Chardonnay shows admirable weight on the palate, but slightly one-dimensional, citrusy flavors. Clean and correct on the finish; drink now.",,13,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Woop Woop 2009 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woop-woop-2009-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2009,Woop Woop 12.5,White,Chile,"Airy smelling, with citrus and grass aromas brewing underneath. Has a wet, simple, refreshing feel and rather intense flavors of lime, tangerine and other citrus fruits. Cuts a direct path.",Albamar,11,85,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2011 Albamar Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2011-albamar-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,William Cole ,White,US,"A dry, slightly washed-out Sauvignon Blanc, with varietally correct flavors of apple and herb. Thins out quickly, but a decent quaffer at this price.",,7,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2010-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Hogue 13,Sparkling,Australia,"The blend includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Malbec and Merlot, but what takes center stage is cedar and vanilla. The bead is slightly coarse, but it helps to balance out the oak.",Polish Hill River Trillians Sparkling Red,,85,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pauletts 2006 Polish Hill River Trillians Sparkling Red Sparkling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pauletts-2006-polish-hill-river-trillians-sparkling-red-clare-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Pauletts ,Red,US,"There's lots of flavor going on here for a modest price. It starts with sharp, well-defined red fruit, tight and acidic, but interesting and nuanced. There's a pretty fair streak of vanilla, which suggests some sort of oak chip treatment, but it fills out the middle and delivers the sort of flavors that many consumers will love.",Traditions,15,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Milbrandt 2005 Traditions Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2005-traditions-merlot-other/,Merlot,2005,Milbrandt 13.7,Red,US,"An easy wine, generous in cherry, cola, spice and oak flavors. The mouthfeel is soft, and there's sweetness throughout.",Reserve,42,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Middle Ridge 2008 Reserve Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/middle-ridge-2008-reserve-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2008,Middle Ridge 12.2,Sparkling,US,"Yeasty and noticeably sweet, with frothing bubbles. Nice package; simple flavors.",Blanc de Blancs,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle NV Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-nv-blanc-de-blancs-sparkling-columbia-valley-wa-143241/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Ste. Michelle 14.1,Red,US,"Despite the fancy name, this is a pretty standard wine. It's dry and acidic, with the big tannins that mark Petite Sirah. The blackberry flavors are rich, but cloaked in bitter astringency. Doesn't seem worthwhile to age it, so drink up.",Red Cedar Vineyard Block 87,22,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clayhouse 2009 Red Cedar Vineyard Block 87 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2009-red-cedar-vineyard-block-87-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2009,Clayhouse 13.5,White,France,A gently sweet wine with apricot and honey flavors over some dryness. The wine is relatively light-bodied which allows it to be a good apéritif style as well as a partner with fruit desserts.,,14,85,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Cheval Quancard 2010 Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheval-quancard-2010-white-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Cheval Quancard 14.1,Red,US,"Blended from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Zinfandel, this is a rustic wine, sweet in cherry, cola and spice flavors, with a good tannic structure. Drink it now.",Bonfire,25,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bedarra 2009 Bonfire Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedarra-2009-bonfire-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Bedarra 13,Red,France,"This is a bright, fruit-forward red, filled with snappy cherry fruit. It's not overly rich or complex, but instead goes down easily, ending with just a light dusting of tannins.",The Pairing Collection Chicken & Turkey,10,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Barton & Guestier 2011 The Pairing Collection Chicken & Turkey Syrah-Grenache (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2011-pairing-collection-chicken-turkey-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-cotes/,Syrah-Grenache,2011,Barton & Guestier 13,White,Portugal,"A modern, superfresh white, as befits the Australian background of winemaker Peter Bright. It has lemon and pear fruit, attractive acidity and a zingy orange zest texture. Drink now.",Fado Branco,,85,Alentejano,,,Terra d'Alter 2010 Fado Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-dalter-2010-fado-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2010,Terra d'Alter 12,White,Spain,"Neutral on the nose, with a slight tropical leaning. Well cut in feel, with good acidity and light, wheaty flavors of banana and citrus. Highly regular, solid and clean. Say no more.",Old Vines Made with Organically Grown Grapes,11,85,Catalonia,Penedès,,Marqués de Gelida 2010 Old Vines Made with Organically Grown Grapes Xarel-lo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-gelida-2010-old-vines-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-spanish-white-xarel-lo-penedes/,Xarel-lo,2010,Marqués de Gelida 12.8,Red,Chile,"A steep drop from previous years. This vintage is herbal and strained, with aromas of beets and stewed plum. Feels round and tannic, with plum and cassis flavors that finish candied and gritty in feel. An average wine by Lapostolle standards.",Casa,12,85,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2010 Casa Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2010-casa-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Lapostolle 13.5,Red,France,"A slight herbal edge graces the dark plum and cassis fruit aromas and flavors of this wine, with a straightforward and overall quite approachable character. Medium weight in the mouth with light tannins and an easy finish. Drink now.",,15,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Coteaux de Peyriac,,La Galinière 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays des Coteaux de Peyriac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galiniere-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-coteaux-peyriac/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,La Galinière 13.5,Red,Italy,"Easy and lean, with bright berry tones of cherry and raspberry, this no-fuss Rosso di Montalcino is a perfect pairing partner to wood-oven pizza. It closes with a tight, crisp feel.",,25,85,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,San Polo 2009 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-polo-2009-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2009,San Polo 14,Red,Chile,"Blocky on the nose, with mild heat and burn to go with standard raspberry aromas. Feels full, with a resiny, oak-based thickness in front of chunky flavors of raspberry and plum. Dry, woody and buttery on the finish.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,12,85,Curicó Valley,,,San Pedro 2010 Castillo de Molina Reserva Pinot Noir (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2010-castillo-molina-reserva-pinot-noir-curico-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,San Pedro 14,Red,Chile,"Heavily stewed and frankly it smells vegetal, with soupy aromas of corn, tomato and squash. Lacks vital fruit and definitely smells and tastes heavily herbal. That said, the wine has good feel and texture. Not sure why this wine tastes significantly more soupy, corny and green than the previous vintage.",Kankana del Elqui,44,85,Elqui Valley,,,San Pedro 2008 Kankana del Elqui Syrah (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2008-kankana-elqui-shiraz-syrah-syrah-elqui-valley/,Syrah,2008,San Pedro 11.4,Rose,US,"Named for brothers Richard and Don Lorenzi's mom, whose favorite color was pink, this Merlot-based rosé tastes like a grapefruit sprinkled with sugar, light and perfectly drinkable.",Rita's Rosé Merlot,20,85,California,South Coast,Temecula Valley,Lorenzi Estate 2010 Rita's Rosé Merlot Rosé (Temecula Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorenzi-estate-2010-ritas-rose-merlot-south-coast-temecula-valley/,Rosé,2010,Lorenzi Estate 12.6,White,US,"Juicy, freshly pressed apple flavors in this dry, medium-bodied Chardonnay gain savory components amid layers of toasted wood, coconut and sawdust. Bright acidity and hints of fresh grass and herbs add refinement and refreshment.",Estate Bottled,15,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lamoreaux Landing 2008 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamoreaux-landing-2008-estate-bottled-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Lamoreaux Landing 13,White,Spain,"Perfumed, chunky and almondy on the nose. Feels full and oily but also a bit juicy, with driving, penetrating orange and grapefruit flavors. Offers proper weight and spicy citrus flavors on the finish. Drink immediately as it's losing freshness and turning yellow.",Verdejo-Viognier-Sauvignon Blanc,10,85,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Volteo 2010 Verdejo-Viognier-Sauvignon Blanc White (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volteo-2010-verdejo-viognier-sauvignon-blanc-white-vino-tierra-castilla/,White Blend,2010,Volteo 7,Sparkling,Spain,"Flowery and sweet smelling, then round and fairly smooth in the mouth. The bubbles and flavor package of tropical fruits galore is pleasant and shouldn't offend anyone. Finishes clean and easy. A mango boat of flavor.",Opera Prima Sparkling Moscato,8,85,Spain Other,Spain,,J. Garcia Carrion NV Opera Prima Sparkling Moscato Sparkling (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-garcia-carrion-nv-opera-prima-sparkling-moscato-other/,Sparkling Blend,,J. Garcia Carrion 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a chewy, thick and -savory wine, with layers of smoked meat, cola, soy sauce, tobacco and black spice. The fruit here recalls jammy blackberries and dried cassis.",Orciatico,,85,Tuscany,Rosso di Toscana,,Gualandi 2005 Orciatico Red (Rosso di Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gualandi-2005-orciatico-red-rosso-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Gualandi 13.5,Red,Chile,"Solid up front, with minty, herbal aromas that include olive, carob and black plum. Feels lifted and high in acidity, with a sharpness to the mouthfeel along with herbal flavors of olive and green-leaning plum. Fresh but short on the finish.",Estate Reserva,12,85,Central Valley,,,Errazuriz 2010 Estate Reserva Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2010-estate-reserva-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Errazuriz 13,Red,France,"A certified organic wine, this medium-intense Cab shows a solid fruit core of dark plum and black currant flavors spiced with touches of coffee and baking spice. Medium weight with soft tannins, easy acidity and a brief but clean finish.",Élément Terre,11,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,Gilles Louvet 2009 Élément Terre Cabernet Sauvignon (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilles-louvet-2009-element-terre-cabernet-sauvignon-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Gilles Louvet 13.5,Red,France,"With its considerable acidity and black fruit flavors, this is a wine that is lean, on the austere side, dominated by tannins. It does have some depth of flavor, with a more fruity finish.",Sélection Prestige,15,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2010 Sélection Prestige (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2010-selection-prestige-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 12.5,Sparkling,France,"There's a strong, nutty character to this bubbly, with accents of Granny Smith apple, toast and lemon rind citrus on the nose and mouth. The rich mouth is full and satisfying, but the alcohol is a bit warming on the close.",Cuvée Berlène Brut,12,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Blanquette de Limoux,,Delmas 2007 Cuvée Berlène Brut Sparkling (Blanquette de Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delmas-2007-cuvee-berlene-brut-sparkling-blanquette-limoux/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Delmas 12,White,France,"A simple, fresh white with citrus fruit, a touch of wood and some pineapple sweetness. It is rounded and herbaceous, ready to drink.",Prince Rubis,25,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,De Mour 2008 Prince Rubis (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mour-2008-prince-rubis-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,De Mour 13.7,Red,US,"An easy-to-drink Merlot, soft and fruity, with blackberry and cherry flavors that taste like they were baked into a pie. Finishes nice and clean, with a bite of tannin.",Coastal Estates,11,85,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 2009 Coastal Estates Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2009-coastal-estates-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Beaulieu Vineyard 12.5,Red,US,"Menthol adds a lifted quality to scents of sweet cherry and plum on this pretty, light-bodied Pinot. On the palate, sweet berries and prune are edged with a frame of gentle tannins and a hint of bitterness. Finishes with a soft whiff of barnyard and forest floor.",,30,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 2007 Pinot Noir (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-2007-pinot-noir-long-island-north-fork/,Pinot Noir,2007,Castello di Borghese 14,Red,Chile,"Roasted and compact on the nose, with a slight burn along with generic berry and cassis aromas. Feels tannic and hard, with herbal, roasted flavors of blackberry and currants. Meaty but herbal on the finish.",Reserva,12,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Casa Silva 13.5,Rose,Australia,"Rather dark pink in color, almost a light red in appearance, but on the confected side, offering up extremely fruity cherry and berry aromas and flavors. It's medium bodied, with sweet-tart tension on the finish.",Mrs. Wigley Grenache,15,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Wirra Wirra 2010 Mrs. Wigley Grenache Rosé (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-2010-mrs-wigley-grenache-rose-mclaren-vale/,Rosé,2010,Wirra Wirra 20,Dessert,US,"Sweet in residual sugar and high in alcohol, this dessert wine was made from traditional Port varieties. It's pretty good, with rich chocolate, mulberry, date and spice flavors.",Mistral Vineyard,40,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Williams Selyem 2005 Mistral Vineyard Port (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2005-mistral-vineyard-port-blend-port-central-coast/,Port,2005,Williams Selyem 14.3,Red,US,"Grown 2,200 feet in elevation, Angel's Secret Petite is a black monster, peppery and flavored of caramel molasses and plenty of dark berry notes. Give it another couple months to age and pair it with big game and all will be well.",,17,86,California,Lake County,High Valley,Angel's Secret 2010 Petite Sirah (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angels-secret-2010-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Petite Sirah,2010,Angel's Secret 14,Red,Chile,"Smells like paprika along with green herbs, olive and standard plum and berry. Feels chunky and smooth, with good balance, acidity and herbal berry flavors that come with olive and pepper accents. Quick and fresh feeling on the finish.",Arenal,10,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Peralillo 2010 Arenal Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-peralillo-2010-arenal-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Viña Peralillo 13,Red,Italy,"Pegasus (an 80-20 blend of Sangiovese and Syrah) offers easy aromas of cherry liqueur, cola, licorice, rum cake and light spice. It's light and compact in the mouth and would pair well with pizza or pasta.",Pegasus,20,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Podere Guado al Melo 2008 Pegasus Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-guado-al-melo-2008-pegasus-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Podere Guado al Melo 12,White,Portugal,"An attractive wine, with a distinct fizz, blending Alvarinho and Trajadura. It is soft, a lightly sweet wine, showing lively freshness.",Torre de Menagem,10,86,Vinho Verde,,,Quintas de Melgaço 2010 Torre de Menagem White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintas-melgaco-2010-torre-menagem-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Quintas de Melgaço 12.5,Red,US,"Hints of warm spice, pine and dried herbs add dimension to notes of sweet cherry preserves on the nose and palate of this light-bodied Pinot Noir. Ripe red plums and violet notes brighten the midpalate.",,20,86,New York,New York Other,New York,Tousey 2010 Pinot Noir (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tousey-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Tousey 13,Red,Spain,"A little earthy and rough at first, with rubbery aromas. After time it evolves to deliver a weighty palate full of black fruit, oak and medicinality. Dry, toasty and a bit hot and scratchy on the finish. Nice for $11 Ribera del Duero.",Tempranillo,11,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Torremoron 2009 Tempranillo (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torremoron-2009-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Torremoron 14.5,Red,US,"This is a soft, easy Petite Sirah, rich in blackberry and currant flavors, with a smoky, chewy meatiness, like the salty, charred edge of a roast. Bone dry, it offers a lot of pleasure for the price.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,McManis 2010 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2010-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2010,McManis 14.2,Red,Chile,"Opens with pointed red fruit aromas as well as an herbal/green infusion. Feels grating and scratchy, with red currant, plum and milk chocolate flavors. Finishes with buttery oak and vanilla. Pretty much your standard fare Chilean Cab.",Gold Reserve,14,86,Maule Valley,,,P.K.N.T. 2009 Gold Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pknt-2009-gold-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,P.K.N.T. 13,Red,Italy,"A tiny amount of Merlot is added to this Chianti Classico to lend a soft, plush feel to the mouthfeel. But the Sangiovese element does come through to deliver bright aromas of cherry, wet earth, pressed roses and dried spice. There's a touch of bitter almond on the finish.",Tommaso Bojola,20,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria la Castellina 2008 Tommaso Bojola (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-castellina-2008-tommaso-bojola-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Fattoria la Castellina 14,Red,Italy,Here's a simple Chianti Classico Riserva with raw notes of cherry and forest fruit backed by cola and black licorice. The pleasant mouthfeel shows silky tannins and crisp berry flavors.,Riserva,,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria di Montemaggio 2006 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-montemaggio-2006-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Fattoria di Montemaggio 12.5,Red,France,"Ripe, fruity wine with soft tannins in smooth black fruit. There is some spice, a core of dryness, but the dominant character is a full, gentle, ready-to-drink wine.",Famille Lapalu,12,86,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Domaines Lapalu 2009 Famille Lapalu (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-lapalu-2009-famille-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Domaines Lapalu 14,Red,France,"With its dark color and rich fruit, this is a powerful wine. It is jammy in its character, although acidity and wood also play a part. At the end, the acidity comes to dominate.",Merlot,20,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Sainte-Barbe 2010 Merlot (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-barbe-2010-merlot-bordeaux/,Merlot,2010,Château Sainte-Barbe 12.5,Red,France,"Lean red fruit and sweet spice aromas lead the way on the bouquet of this blend, made from 45% Syrah, 30% Mourvèdre, 10% Grenache and 15% Carignan. The palate offers more of the same, with a lean structure and a surpringly sweet finish.",,16,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Château de Jau 2008 Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jau-2008-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Château de Jau 13.5,Red,France,"Perfumed wine, full of up-front red berry fruits, soft tannins and juicy, smoky acidity. It lacks depth, but is rich from the vintage, with an attractive, smooth aftertaste.",,14,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Fontenille 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontenille-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Fontenille 14.5,Red,France,". Recent vintages have left Bordeaux with an alcohol problem, as seen in this wine. The saving grace is the essential Cabernet Sauvignon structure and acidity that keeps the ripe Merlot in balance.",,17,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Sainte-Barbe 2010 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-barbe-2010-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Sainte-Barbe 13,Red,France,New wood flavors go over the structured fruit and give currant flavors. It is already coming into balance and is for medium-term aging. The vineyard is on the plain beneath the hill of Saint-Émilion.,,69,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château de la Cour 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cour-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de la Cour 13.8,Red,US,"Starts out fine and impressive, but as this wine breathes a certain imbalance emerges. There's a green unripeness to the blackberries and cherries, although the wine does exhibit fine tannins and a balanced approach to oak. Drink now.",,49,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chateau Montelena 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montelena-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Chateau Montelena 13.5,Red,France,"This blend of 60% Syrah, 25% Grenache and 15% Carignan offers prominent wild gamy notes framed by aromas of ripe berry compote, crushed violets and soft, lush mocha creaminess. The palate is elegant and fruit-driven, with the soft spice accents unfolding on the finish.",La Dournie,16,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Saint-Chinian,,Château La Dournie 2009 La Dournie Red (Saint-Chinian),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dournie-2009-la-red-saint-chinian/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château La Dournie ,Red,Italy,"Lenaia Rosso (50% Merlot with Sangiovese and Colorino, vinified in cement) opens with foxy notes of crushed grape, root beer and bitter almond. It's short, crisp and fine on the finish.",Lenaia Rosso,,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Casa di Terra 2010 Lenaia Rosso Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-terra-2010-lenaia-rosso-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,Casa di Terra 14.1,White,US,"This is a nice, crisp and properly varietal Gewürztraminer. It's dryish to semi-sweet, with pleasant citrus fruit, lychee, green apple and honeysuckle flavors, liberally spiced. There's no oak at all.",Floodgate Vineyard,22,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Cartograph 2010 Floodgate Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartograph-2010-floodgate-vineyard-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Cartograph 13.5,Sparkling,Australia,"A more somber garnet color than some other sparkling Shirazes, with seemingly lower pressure and a more vinous character. Vanilla, leather and cherry notes finish close to dry. A very good, inexpensive introduction to the genre.",Emeri Sparkling,13,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli NV Emeri Sparkling Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-nv-emeri-sparkling-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,,De Bortoli 14.2,Red,US,"A big, strong, spicy Zinfandel, packed with wild berry, currant, licorice, cola, clove and white pepper flavors that finish dry and tannic. Drink this potent wine with barbecued pork, chicken and beef, slathered in spicy sauce.",Florence Vineyard,32,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dashe Cellars 2009 Florence Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2009-florence-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Dashe Cellars 15.8,Red,US,"This ripe, rich wine can't quite get around its alcohol level, which is 15.8%. That gives it some heat, as well as a sweetness that makes the blackberries, cherries and raspberries taste like jam. Earns points for the clean, unapologetic interpretation of Paso Robles fruit.",Paso Bordo Reserve,37,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cerro Prieto 2008 Paso Bordo Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cerro-prieto-2008-paso-bordo-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Cerro Prieto 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A wine that rides between the richness of its black fruits and the tight acidity that gives it considerable juiciness. The result is a wine that is fruity, with layers of coffee and vanilla, likely to benefit from two more years' aging.",Serrado Colheita,,87,Dão,,,Castro Pena Alba 2008 Serrado Colheita Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castro-pena-alba-2008-serrado-colheita-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Castro Pena Alba 14,Red,Spain,"Earthy berry aromas convey quality, and there's oak, floral aromas and tobacco notes for support. Feels dry and tight, with lightly herbal, lightly burnt flavors of plum, berry, tomato and toasted oak. Finishes dry and herbal.",Viña Pomal Reserva,20,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Bilbainas 2005 Viña Pomal Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bilbainas-2005-vina-pomal-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Bodegas Bilbainas ,Red,Italy,"A 60-40 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Patrimonio opens with bright fruit tones of cherry and blueberry with background notes of spice and leather. Overall, it's easy and compact in style.",Patrimonio,,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Antonino Tringali-Casanuova 2009 Patrimonio (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonino-tringali-casanuova-2009-patrimonio-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Antonino Tringali-Casanuova 14.5,Red,Chile,"Bright ruby in color, with medicinal berry, vanilla and chocolaty oak aromas. Pushes forward on the palate, where toasty, chocolaty oak rides on top of dark berry and plum flavors. Dominated by woodspice and peppery flavors on the finish.",Tobiano,20,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Kingston Family 2010 Tobiano Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kingston-family-2010-tobiano-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Kingston Family 14.6,Red,US,"A soft, subdued Sierra Foothills Cab with the right amount of blackberry and chocolate throughout and what smells like a handful of coconut flakes for good measure.",Estate,25,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Naggiar 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naggiar-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Naggiar 12,White,Spain,"Opens with orange peel aromas. This wine from the Pansa Blanca grape is balanced and easygoing, with sweet but friendly flavors of citrus, melon and mango. Mild and controlled from front to back. Drink well chilled.",,12,87,Catalonia,Alella,,Marqués de Alella 2010 Pansa Blanca (Alella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-alella-2010-spanish-white-pansa-blanca-alella/,Pansa Blanca,2010,Marqués de Alella 14.5,Red,Italy,"Pugnitello is a little-known native variety that has recently started enjoying some time in the spotlight. This expression is tight, inky and intense with raw aromas of smoked beef, black olive and ripe fruit.",Olivi Cantine,49,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Le Buche 2007 Olivi Cantine Pugnitello (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-buche-2007-olivi-cantine-italian-red-pugnitello-toscana/,Pugnitello,2007,Le Buche 14.5,Red,US,"An elegant Pinot Noir, light in the mouth and silky in texture, offering rich, ripe raspberry, cherry, vanilla, spice and toasted oak flavors. Nice for drinking now.",Lavender Label,42,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Pacific Ridge 2009 Lavender Label Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-ridge-2009-lavender-label-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pacific Ridge 14.1,Red,US,"Light and fruity, with young vine flavors of strawberries and cherries.",Sheridan Vineyard,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,O•S Winery 2009 Sheridan Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-s-winery-2009-sheridan-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2009,O•S Winery 14,Red,France,"There's great concentration of dark, ripe, black fruit flavors, supported by a strong frame of rich roasted espresso and licorice root notes. The forward and lush palate shows moderate tannins and balanced alcohol, leading into a mocha-infused and softly spiced close.",Tautavel Grand Terroir,20,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon Villages,,Gérard Bertrand 2008 Tautavel Grand Terroir Red (Côtes du Roussillon Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2008-tautavel-grand-terroir-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Gérard Bertrand 13,Red,Italy,"Made with certified organically grown grapes, this value blend of Sangiovese (80%), Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon opens with jammy fruit tones of cherry or blackberry confiture and plush spice and tobacco notes. There's a moist, chewy quality to this wine and a subtle touch of sweetness, too.",Alò,12,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,La Traiana 2010 Alò Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/traiana-2010-alo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2010,La Traiana 13.5,Red,Spain,"Piercing on the nose, with hickory smoke, char and exotic boysenberry aromas. Feels high in acid and low in density, with a tight and biting mouthfeel along with heavily oaked flavors of berry fruit, vanilla, butter and coconut. Very fresh and colorful, but lacking in stuffing and complexity.",9 Barricas,70,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Rioja Vega 2008 9 Barricas (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rioja-vega-2008-9-barricas-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Rioja Vega 13.5,Red,Italy,"Fresh, informal and fun, this perky Rosso di Montalcino would pair with almost all pasta dishes topped with tomato or meat sauce. There's bright acidity here and tight berry aromatics.",,20,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Renieri 2009 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2009-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2009,Renieri 14.5,White,Portugal,"A mineral-textured wine although the alcohol does give considerable weight. That makes it richly fruity, smooth like Chardonnay with touches of apricot as well as ripe melon. Ready to drink.",Quinta de Cidrô,20,87,Duriense,,,Real Companhia Velha 2010 Quinta de Cidrô Alvarinho (Duriense),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-companhia-velha-2010-quinta-cidro-albarino-alvarinho-duriense/,Alvarinho,2010,Real Companhia Velha 14.5,Red,Chile,"A dark and easy style of Syrah with a pitch-black tint and sweet, ripe aromas of pastry, pencil lead, chocolate and blackberry. Feels grippy and mildly tannic, with prune, blackberry and a note of mint on the flavor profile. Finishes minty, chocolaty and friendly.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,12,87,Maule Valley,,,San Pedro 2009 Castillo de Molina Reserva Shiraz (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2009-castillo-molina-reserva-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-maule-valley/,Shiraz,2009,San Pedro 14,Red,Chile,"Concentrated on the nose, with wild berry and cassis aromas. Feels fresh and grippy due to firm tannins, with snappy red berry, plum and mild oak flavors. Not all that complex and showing little more than bright, pleasant fruit flavors and firmness.",Reserva,12,87,Maule Valley,,,Chilensis 2010 Reserva Malbec (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilensis-2010-reserva-malbec-maule-valley/,Malbec,2010,Chilensis 13.5,Red,France,"Pushing forward the acidity of Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a structured and freshly fruity wine, full of black currant flavors as well as red berry fruits. There is a dry core here from wood aging. The fruit gives a delicious buoyancy to the aftertaste.",Monfort Bellevue,22,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Cheval Quancard 2009 Monfort Bellevue (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheval-quancard-2009-monfort-bellevue-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Cheval Quancard 13,Red,France,"With the structured influence of Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a wine that brings out the freshness of 2008, along with its firm tannins. It is still a young wine with acidity and tannins dominating the fruit.",,22,87,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Tour Saint-Joseph 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-saint-joseph-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Tour Saint-Joseph 13.5,Red,France,"Densely tannic, this is a wine that shows some initial austerity, although the black currant fruit and toasty wood then comes through. With its structure and chewy texture, it is always likely to be a firm wine.",,20,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Patache d'Aux 2009 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-patache-daux-2009-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Patache d'Aux 13.9,Red,US,"A blend of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot and 6% Syrah that's perfectly serviceable and incredibly herbaceous with green pepper and olive tapenade against soft oak.",,15,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Matchbook 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matchbook-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Matchbook 14.2,Red,Chile,"Full on the bouquet, with a mix of herbal spice and dark plum and berry aromas. Feels medium to full, with smooth tannins and a slightly creamy overall mouthfeel. Appealing and showing above-average quality for the price, with spiced berry, dark plum and tea flavors.",Cefiro Reserva,12,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casablanca 2010 Cefiro Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casablanca-2010-cefiro-reserva-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Viña Casablanca ,Red,Italy,"Assiolo (a blend of Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon aged only in stainless steel) is a subdued wine with shades of spice, black fruit and cherry. A piquant touch of bitter almond appears on the close.",Assiolo,,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Campo al Noce 2008 Assiolo (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-al-noce-2008-assiolo-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Campo al Noce 14,Red,France,"Heavily dominated by wood at this stage, a wine that will always be firm, laying tannins over the red berry fruit stalkiness. The wine needs two years.",,25,87,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Lestiac 2009 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lestiac-2009-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Lestiac 13,Red,Spain,"Mature smelling, with citrus peel, tobacco and molasses on the nose. The palate is a bit lean and acidic 10 years after harvest, with little expansiveness and driving, citrusy flavors of raspberry and red plum. Juicy but clampy on the finish.",Gran Reserva,30,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Muriel 2001 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muriel-2001-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Bodegas Muriel 14.5,Red,Spain,"Starts out with scratchy, edgy aromas of dried fruits, orange peel and tobacco. It's fairly light in concentration and weight, with woodsy, spicy flavors of vanilla, oak and foresty fruit. Above average but resides in that upper-middle tier.",Fincas de Landaluce Crianza,19,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Landaluce 2006 Fincas de Landaluce Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-landaluce-2006-fincas-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Landaluce 13.5,White,Chile,"Oceanic and crisp smelling, with green apple, citrus and light oak on the nose. Has roundness and weight, but juiciness as well. Tastes a touch sweet and syrupy, with tropical fruit flavors. Chunky and a little sticky on the finish despite boasting a solid acid level.",,17,87,Aconcagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2010 Chardonnay (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2010-chardonnay-aconcagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Arboleda 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Soft and rich wine, its perfumes and sweet tannins part of a powerful concentration of rich fruit and wood. Chocolate, black fruits and dry spice are additions to the dense, opaque texture.",Senses,,87,Alentejano,,,Adega Cooperativa de Borba 2009 Senses Syrah (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-de-borba-2009-senses-syrah-alentejano-143950/,Syrah,2009,Adega Cooperativa de Borba 13.5,Red,Chile,"Spunky and lightly herbal up front, with exotic, lightweight aromas. Feels snappy, tight and lean in the mouth, with bouncy red plum and pie cherry flavors. Shows good juiciness, reasonably complex flavors and a dry, spicy finish.",Ona,15,87,Leyda Valley,,,Anakena 2010 Ona Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakena-2010-ona-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Anakena 14.5,Red,France,"A field blend of the Enclos vineyard has given a superrich wine, densely packed with juicy black plum fruits and sweet tannins. Ripe, full-bodied with a slight alcohol burn.",Triple A,59,87,Bordeaux,Sainte-Foy Bordeaux,,Château l'Enclos 2009 Triple A (Sainte-Foy Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lenclos-2009-triple-a-red-sainte-foy/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château l'Enclos 13.5,Red,France,"With stalky fruit and black currant acidity, the wine starts out lean. Then a richer, smoky wood character gives weight and sweeter flavors. Give the wine a year.",,20,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château le Gardera 2009 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-gardera-2009-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château le Gardera 14,Red,France,"This wine starts off a bit closed, but with time opens up to express attractive notes of small red berries, herbal twigs and whole baking spice. Medium weight with soft tannins and balanced acidity, this is a food-friendly wine that's sure to pair with most red meat or game dishes without overpopwering them.",Le Petit Arthur,12,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château Cabezac 2008 Le Petit Arthur Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabezac-2008-le-petit-arthur-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Château Cabezac 14,Red,France,"A slightly herbal edge and floral notes mingle with the dark berry and cherry aromas. Hints of tobacco and soft sweet spice add depth to the mouth, which is otherwise bright and vibrant but also straightforward. Drink now.",Cuvée Arthur,25,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château Cabezac 2007 Cuvée Arthur Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabezac-2007-cuvee-arthur-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château Cabezac 13.5,White,France,"With its rich texture from aging on the lees, this is a Sauvignon Blanc that goes more to the tropical and pineapple fruit direction. It has refreshing acidity along with weight and concentration. The lemon acidity kicks in in the aftertaste.",,19,87,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Bertinerie 2010 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bertinerie-2010-sauvignon-blanc-blaye-cotes/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Château Bertinerie 13,Red,France,"A wine that shows firm tannins, fruit and wood acidity. It is now ready to drink, a wine that will remain firm and dry.",Prestige,65,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Bellerose Figeac 2007 Prestige (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bellerose-figeac-2007-prestige-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Bellerose Figeac 13.5,Red,France,"Wood-dominated wine, very structured. It is spicy, firmly dry, with juicy black currant fruit behind the wood. Give a year or two for the wood to soften out and the fruit to come forward.",Les Traverses la Franque,19,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Lacombe Noaillac 2009 Les Traverses la Franque (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lacombe-noaillac-2009-traverses-franque-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Lacombe Noaillac 14,Red,Chile,"Full and dark up front, with animal aromas, leather and a mix of ripe plum and blackberry. Jammy in the mouth, but with enough acidic snap to keep it balanced. Tastes like ripe blackberry and herbs, and that's more or less it.",Secreto,14,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2010 Secreto Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2010-secreto-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2010,Viu Manent 13.5,White,Chile,"Floral and honeyed smelling, then lighter as it airs out. Feels smooth but also tight and bright, with forward flavors of spiced apple, green herbs and melon. Round on the finish, with lasting character and body. Good for Chilean Viognier.",Reserva,12,87,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2010 Reserva Viognier (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2010-reserva-viognier-limari-valley/,Viognier,2010,Viña Tabalí 14.8,Red,US,"It tastes like the essence of the ripest blackberries, blueberries and cherries imaginable, a fruitiness that only modern winemaking techniques can accomplish. Beyond the sweet fruit, you'll find soft tannins and a generally soft structure that make this wine drinkable now.",Little Sister Reserve,45,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,World's End 2009 Little Sister Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/worlds-end-2009-little-sister-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,World's End 13.9,Red,US,"Light and pretty, with pale cherry and raspberry fruit to open. It quickly fills the mid-palate with earth, herb, bark and tannin, but it is smoothly rendered and drinking well now.",Dead Canyon,17,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Wine Out West 2009 Dead Canyon Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-out-west-2009-dead-canyon-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Wine Out West 13.9,Red,US,"Smooth and clean, with a soft, buttery style. This broadly fruity, immediately enjoyable Merlot is clearly intended for near-term enjoyment.",,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Flying Fish 2009 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-fish-2009-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Flying Fish 14.3,Red,US,"A traditional Rhône-style Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah blend in roughly equal parts, this light, dry wine is silky in the mouth. It has pleasant berry, cherry and dried herb flavors.",Côtes-du-Robles,21,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2008 Côtes-du-Robles Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2008-cotes-robles-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Eberle ,Red,Italy,A slight touch of fruit ripeness or strawberry jam opens the nose of this plump Bolgheri blend. Overtones of toasted almond and soft spice appear on the firm finish.,Tegoleto,,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Fulvio Luigi Serni 2008 Tegoleto (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulvio-luigi-serni-2008-tegoleto-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Fulvio Luigi Serni 14,Red,Italy,"Cortona is known worldwide for two things: the book Under the Tuscan Sun and wines based on Syrah. This informal expression shows great varietal character in a no-fuss, fruity style. Aromas include cherry, cassis and crushed white pepper.",Castagnino,,87,Tuscany,Cortona,,Fabrizio Dionisio 2009 Castagnino Syrah (Cortona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabrizio-dionisio-2009-castagnino-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cortona/,Syrah,2009,Fabrizio Dionisio 13,White,US,"A nice Sauvignon Blanc, easy to drink with almost anything calling for a crisp, off-dry white wine. It's clean and citrusy, with a brisk cut of refreshing acidity.",,13,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Heron 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Heron ,Red,US,"Simple cherry fruit, with a delicately earthy base, defines this everyday Merlot. It keeps its herbal component in check, balanced appropriately against rather light fruit.",,18,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Hedgeline 2009 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedgeline-2009-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Hedgeline 13.5,Red,Italy,"A historic wine recognized in 1716 by the Grand Duke of Tuscany Cosimo III dei Medici, Carmignano is a blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and other varieties. This expression shows ripe fruit aromas of raspberry and strawberry backed by spice and tobacco. In the mouth, it's on the firm or stern side.",,15,87,Tuscany,Carmignano,,Pratesi 2008 Carmignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratesi-2008-red-carmignano/,Red Blend,2008,Pratesi 14.5,Red,Australia,"An easy-drinking Cabernet, with varietally correct notes of cassis and dried herbs framed by soft tannins. There's a sense of reserve to it, and enough dustiness on the finish to stand up to steaks, burgers or even lamb.",Grand Barossa,18,87,South Australia,Barossa,,Château Tanunda 2009 Grand Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tanunda-2009-grand-barossa-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Château Tanunda 13,Red,France,"A full, rich wine, with tobacco aromas and fine juiciness that is showing a more licorice, chocolate character while retaining red berry flavors. Acidity cuts through the wine along with toast notes.",,30,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Rocher-Figeac 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rocher-figeac-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Rocher-Figeac 13,Red,US,"This Syrah is somewhat tough and gritty in tannins, with a bite of acidity. It's very dry, with flavors of tobacco, herbs, blackberries and cola. A good, sound full-bodied red for drinking now.",,12,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Cline 2009 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2009,Cline 15,Red,Australia,"A pronounced herbal note adds a weedy edge to this otherwise full-bodied, plush Cabernet. Cassis fruit is potent without being overbearing, while the oak is prominent, lending structure and vanilla. Drink now.",Truffle Chocolate,17,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Chocolate Box 2009 Truffle Chocolate Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chocolate-box-2009-truffle-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Chocolate Box 14.5,Red,US,"Robust and spicy, with a soft, juicy mouthfeel framing Zinny flavors of wild cherries, mulberries and briary blackberries. It's pretty tannic, and calls for rich, greasy barbecue.",Tood Brothers Ranch Old Vines,32,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Dashe Cellars 2009 Tood Brothers Ranch Old Vines Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2009-tood-brothers-ranch-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Dashe Cellars 14.6,Red,US,"The Barrel Select is given 26 months in 100% new oak, and it shows in both the nose and the mouth. Smoke and char are not accents here; they are the main event. The fruit flavors are simple cherry/berry, and thin out rather quickly in the finish.",Barrel Select,58,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bergevin Lane 2008 Barrel Select Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergevin-lane-2008-barrel-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Bergevin Lane 13,Red,Italy,"Il Tintorosso is the latest wine to join the Tommasi family (a wine estate based in northern Italy with property in Tuscany). The project involves organically farmed fruit and in this case, the wine is a 70-30 blend of Merlot and Sangiovese. It shows ripe berry aromas with a bright, spicy finish.",Doganella Il Tintorosso,15,87,Tuscany,Maremma,,Tommasi 2010 Doganella Il Tintorosso (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2010-doganella-il-tintorosso-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2010,Tommasi 13,Red,Italy,"This well-priced Sangiovese (with a bit of Merlot for extra softness) opens with brambly notes of forest floor and white mushroom backed by cassis and blueberry. It's meant to be an informal, food-friendly wine and it certainly delivers the goods.",Rubizzo,14,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Rocca delle Macìe 2010 Rubizzo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-2010-rubizzo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2010,Rocca delle Macìe 13.9,White,US,"This is the winery's unoaked Chardonnay. It shows how well this cool-climate valley ripens Chardonnay, with deep, long tangerine, apricot and pear flavors, accompanied by brisk acidity. It's quite good, but would actually be better with a little oak to fatten and complicate it.",Bedrock,24,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Riverbench 2010 Bedrock Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverbench-2010-bedrock-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Riverbench 13.5,Red,Italy,"Tempo is bright and lively, with jammy fruit and strawberry backed by sweet spice and cinnamon. It's definitely on the ripe and chewy side.",Tempo,16,87,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Terre di Talamo 2009 Tempo (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-talamo-2009-tempo-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2009,Terre di Talamo 13.5,White,US,"An elaborate Chardonnay, ripe in orange, apple and pear flavors. Oak adds the usual notes of buttered toast. It's rich and flashy, but despite a vibrant minerality, it lacks that drink-me-again factor.",Arcadia,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2009 Arcadia Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2009-arcadia-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 13,White,Chile,"Aromas of animal crackers, vanilla and tropical fruits are friendly. Feels fresh and offers acidic cut, while the flavor profile deals nothing but citrus and tropical fruits. Smooth, likable and overtly simple in nature.",Crucero,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2011 Crucero Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2011-crucero-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Siegel 14.5,Red,Spain,"Starts out with dark berry aromas and then slips upon airing as roasted, leafy, leathery notes take over. Sports a clacky feel and zingy acidity along with a quick wash of red fruit flavors, herbs and heat. Finishes herbal and slightly leafy, with vanilla sweetness.",La Conreria,24,87,Catalonia,Priorat,,Scala Dei 2008 La Conreria Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scala-2008-conreria-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2008,Scala Dei 13,Red,France,"This branded wine produced by the Cazes family of Château Lynch-Bages is ripe and rounded with dense tannins and sweet fruit. It has weight, spice from wood and a fine ready-to-drink balance.",Michel Lynch,13,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Jean-Michel Cazes 2009 Michel Lynch (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-michel-cazes-2009-lynch-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Jean-Michel Cazes 12,Sparkling,France,"Clean and fresh with lively citrus rind and red apple flesh aromas and flavors. It's not overdone and quite drinkable, with a soft toastiness that lingers through the finish. The texture is creamy and the swallow crisp.",Méthode Traditionnelle Brut Chardonnay-Pinot Noir Sparkling Wine,21,87,France Other,France,,Les Jamelles NV Méthode Traditionnelle Brut Chardonnay-Pinot Noir Sparkling Wine (France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-nv-methode-traditionnelle-brut-chardonnay-pinot-noir-sparkling-wine-other/,Champagne Blend,,Les Jamelles 13,White,US,"Judicious use of oak makes Keuka Spring stand out in a line-up of Finger Lakes Chards. Subtle on the nose with whiffs of fresh apple and toasted hazelnuts, the wine's palate is quite full with luscious sweet melon, vanilla and cream. Hints of smoke and burnt sugar add a dimension of darkness to the finish.",,14,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Spring 2009 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2009-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2009,Keuka Spring 13,Red,Spain,"Dusty plum and black cherry aromas feature a touch of dry oak. Tight, snappy and properly tannic in the mouth, with full berry, baked plum and background spice flavors. Finishes with control and power; good red wine for the price.",,9,87,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Maximo 2009 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximo-2009-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2009,Maximo 14.5,Red,US,"Aged in a mix of French and American oak barrels, this is dominated by their effusively toasty aromatics. But after the oak rush, the fruit seems a little light, just barely ripe enough to be present; the flavors run more to the herbal side of Syrah.",Burgess Vineyard,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Thurston Wolfe 2009 Burgess Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2009-burgess-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2009,Thurston Wolfe 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's an aged, slightly rustic quality to the bouquet of this riserva that comes across as Indian spice box, rum cake, old leather and dried berry. The wine offers a textured, gritty sensation in the mouth. Drink now.",Riserva,25,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Cerna 2006 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-cerna-2006-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Villa Cerna 13.5,White,US,"This Sauvignon Blanc has so much acidity, it's almost sparkling. While not unpleasant, this has to be regarded as a fault, which detracts from the score. Aside from that, the citrus, tropical fruit, honey and gooseberry flavors are delicious.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Storm 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storm-2010-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Storm 14.9,Red,US,"Smelling of fig, sweet plum, raspberry syrup and vanilla, this is a meaty, thick Syrah.",Larry Venturi Vineyards,25,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Simaine Cellars 2009 Larry Venturi Vineyards Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simaine-cellars-2009-larry-venturi-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,2009,Simaine Cellars 14,Red,Portugal,"An attractive, red-fruited wine, lightweight with acidity and smoothed with wood. It is fresh, with coffee and black cherry flavors, now ready to drink.",Quinta do Pégo,17,87,Douro,,,Rozes 2008 Quinta do Pégo Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rozes-2008-quinta-pego-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Rozes 14,Red,Australia,"A fruit-driven Cabernet, with cheerful, bright cherry-berry flavors. Tannins are firm but ripe, accenting the cassis-tinged close with a slightly dusty texture.",Cat Amongst the Pigeons Cat Walk,20,87,South Australia,Barossa,,Rosedale Wines 2009 Cat Amongst the Pigeons Cat Walk Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosedale-wines-2009-cat-amongst-pigeons-cat-walk-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Rosedale Wines 14.1,Red,US,"The Yiddish word zaftig describes this Merlot perfectly. It's fleshy, with a soft, fat mouthfeel framing ultraripe cherry pie filling, milk chocolate, anise and sandalwood flavors that finish jammy-sweet and spicy.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pacific Coast 2008 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-coast-2008-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2008,Pacific Coast 14.3,Red,US,"Unyielding, hard and perhaps in a dumb phase. Spice and dusty tannins seem to hide the fruit almost completely, even after several hours of breathing time.",Boushey Vineyard Appanage,50,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Walter Dacon 2008 Boushey Vineyard Appanage Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walter-dacon-2008-boushey-vineyard-appanage-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,Walter Dacon 12,Sparkling,US,Whiffs of rising bread mingle with bright citrus notes on this full- bodied blanc de noir. Hints of sugar cookie and orange zest are balanced by bright acidity and a soft but exuberant petillance.,Brut Blanc de Noir,35,87,Virginia,Monticello,,Trump 2008 Brut Blanc de Noir Sparkling (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trump-2008-brut-blanc-noir-sparkling-monticello/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Trump 13.5,White,US,"Another fine, food-friendly Sauvignon Blanc from Lake Sonoma. It's vibrant in mouthwatering acidity, with a clean, minerally scour that frames ripe flavors of lemons, limes, oranges and honey.",,14,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lake Sonoma 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Lake Sonoma 14,Red,Chile,"Smells big and full but also soupy, stewed and herbal. The texture and feel are commendable, while the flavor profile includes candied red fruit, herbal notes and stewed meat. Feels choppy on the finish, with chewiness and flavors of chocolate and herbs.",,18,87,Maipo Valley,,,Peñalolen 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penalolen-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Peñalolen 12.5,White,Australia,"A lean, crisp style of Chardonnay, with citrusy flavors and a touch of honeyed development. Drink it over the next few months.",Stone Cutting No Oak,20,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pauletts 2009 Stone Cutting No Oak Chardonnay (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pauletts-2009-stone-cutting-no-oak-chardonnay-clare-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Pauletts 14.5,White,US,"An easy-drinking, sophisticated Sauvignon Blanc, very ripe in pineapples, oranges and kiwi fruit, but balanced with crisp acidity. A touch of new oak adds smoky creaminess. The single vineyard referenced on the label is in a warmer part of Napa Valley.",Single Vineyard,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Maroon 2010 Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maroon-2010-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Maroon 13.5,Red,Italy,"Ser Amerigo (a blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Colorino) is a bright and straightforward wine with aromas of cherry, forest berry and bitter almond. The mouthfeel is tight and polished, and there's a touch of crisp acidity as well.",Ser Amerigo,44,87,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Marchesi Gondi 2006 Ser Amerigo Red (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-gondi-2006-ser-amerigo-red-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Red Blend,2006,Marchesi Gondi 14.8,Red,US,"A big, bold Zin, with a kick of peppery spices. Really front-loaded with wild berry, currant, cherry pie and sweet tobacco flavors. Nothing subtle about this barbecue-friendly powerhouse.",Enz Vineyard,36,87,California,Central Coast,Lime Kiln Valley,Kenneth Volk 2009 Enz Vineyard Zinfandel (Lime Kiln Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-volk-2009-enz-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-lime-kiln-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Kenneth Volk 13.5,Red,Spain,"Oak is apparent on the front end, where milk chocolate and vanilla aromas vie with red berry scents. Feels full and forward, with standard, appealing berry fruit and cassis-like flavors. Toasty and a touch bitter on what amounts to a solid finish.",Monte Castrillo,14,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca Torremilanos 2009 Monte Castrillo (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-torremilanos-2009-monte-castrillo-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Finca Torremilanos 14.1,Red,US,"A nice, soft Cabernet to drink now. It's mainly from Napa County, and the blend includes Merlot, Syrah and Grenache. Easy to like for its spice and fruit. From Pine Ridge.",,24,87,California,California Other,California,Forefront 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forefront-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Forefront 11.5,White,Australia,"Like any young Hunter Semillon, this one needs age; right now, it's merely tart and lean, with sour citrus notes and even a hint of boxwood. Try in 2013 or so.",,24,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hungerford Hill 2010 Semillon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hungerford-hill-2010-semillon-semillon-hunter-valley/,Sémillon,2010,Hungerford Hill 11.5,Red,US,"While sweet and cheerful on the nose with scents of spiced cherry pie preserves, the palate on this dry, medium-bodied Baco Noir surprises with significant depth and nuance. Rich and ripe with concentrated blackberry and blueberry fruit, musky rose florals lead to a long, sweet biscuit finish.",Casscles Vineyard Reserve,20,87,New York,New York Other,Hudson River Region,Hudson-Chatham 2010 Casscles Vineyard Reserve Baco Noir (Hudson River Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hudson-chatham-2010-casscles-vineyard-reserve-other-red-baco-noir-other-hudson-river-region/,Baco Noir,2010,Hudson-Chatham 13.5,White,US,"Touched by minerality and light in style, this Chardonnay from new producer Hannah Nicole is sippable with tart pear and apple and very high tones of lemon zest, its acidity high.",,26,87,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Hannah Nicole Vineyards 2010 Chardonnay (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hannah-nicole-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Hannah Nicole Vineyards 13,Rose,France,"Vibrant aromas of talc, wild flowers and soft garrigue add depth to the moderately-intense red berry and cherry fruit soul of this rosé. Its rich, ripe, medium-weight mouth is balanced with enough acidic lift to keep things clean and refreshing on the end. Drink now.",Réserve Spéciale Syrah,15,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,Gérard Bertrand 2010 Réserve Spéciale Syrah Rosé (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2010-reserve-speciale-syrah-rose-pays-doc/,Rosé,2010,Gérard Bertrand 13,Red,France,"A rich wine laden with juicy blackberry fruits and wood tannins, lapping up the ripe vintage. Soft and ready to drink.",La Patache,12,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Domaines Lapalu 2009 La Patache (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-lapalu-2009-patache-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Domaines Lapalu 13.5,Red,France,"There's a strong floral edge to this wine, with assertive aromas of peony and carnation dominating the rich and jammy cherry and strawberry fruit center. Lightweight with low tannins, it's an easy drink with good balance and versatility.",La Réserve,17,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Domaine Sainte-Eugénie 2009 La Réserve Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sainte-eugenie-2009-reserve-red-corbieres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine Sainte-Eugénie 13.5,Red,US,"A brisk Syrah, dry and tart, with some notable tannins. It's so rich and sweet in blackberries, beef jerky, carob and spices, you can forgive a few faults, such as excessive acidity.",Cool Climate,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Cline 2009 Cool Climate Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2009-cool-climate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2009,Cline 14.8,Red,US,"A still-closed, tannic, mountainous Zinfandel giant from the great grower, Deaver. It's marked deliciously by tobacco and dark plum.",,26,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Deaver 2008 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deaver-2008-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Deaver 13.9,Red,US,"Teriyaki chicken and Chinese roast pork are just two umami foods that come to mind to pair with this spicy, fruity and exuberant young red wine. A Merlot-based Bordeaux blend with Sangiovese, it's rich in cherry, bacon and pepper flavors.",Spinning Red Lot #3,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Curveball 2009 Spinning Red Lot #3 Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curveball-2009-spinning-red-lot-3-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2009,Curveball 13,White,Spain,"Light, minerally and fresh smelling, with a note of lime and cured ham. Feels and tastes like pure citrus, with hits of pear, honeydew and ripe apple poking through. Juicy and fresh stuff.",,10,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Cantarranas 2010 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantarranas-2010-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Cantarranas 13.5,Red,Italy,"Comedìa is a blend of Sangiovese (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot that delivers immediate aromas of spice, toasted almond and cherry fruit. It shows crisp, fresh acidity and an easy mouthfeel that would pair well with aged pecorino cheese.",Comedìa,19,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Toscana,,Bellini 2009 Comedìa Red (Rosso di Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellini-2009-comedia-red-rosso-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Bellini ,Red,Italy,"Here's a youthful and fresh Bolgheri blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Cabernet Franc that opens with vinous or foxy notes of crushed grapes, blueberry and dark cherry. The wine offers a dark ruby color and rich concentration followed by a soft, plush mouthfeel.",Digià,,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Batzella 2010 Digià (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/batzella-2010-digia-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Batzella 14,Red,US,"This Pinot is gigantic in raspberry, cherry and cola fruit, and its silky texture and crisp acidity make it particularly drinkable. On the other hand, it's rather forward and one-dimensional. Give it a good, long decant, and you might even want to pour the glasses an hour before drinking. Now–2015.",Floodgate Vineyard,38,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Cartograph 2009 Floodgate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartograph-2009-floodgate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cartograph 14.2,Red,US,"Marked by immediately likeable fruit in the form of raspberries and cherries, this pleasant Pinot has a rich coating of sweet, smoky oak. It's the most accessible of Williams Selyem's new releases.",Eastside Road Neighbors,49,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2009 Eastside Road Neighbors Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2009-eastside-road-neighbors-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Williams Selyem 12.6,White,US,"A solid everyday Sauvignon Blanc, dryish and crisp in acidity, with the citrus, lemongrass, vanilla and white pepper flavors you expect in this variety. A good house white wine for restaurants.",Willow Springs,7,85,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 2010 Willow Springs Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-2010-willow-springs-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,CK Mondavi 13,Red,France,"Structure, acidity and mineral-tinged fruits star in this wine. It has a fresh, fruity black currant character with tannins and a dense core of dry fruit skins. Age another year, but it's also ready to drink now.",,20,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Terrefort-Quancard 2008 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-terrefort-quancard-2008-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château de Terrefort-Quancard 13,White,Spain,"A simple quaffer with lime, pineapple and minerally aromas. It's light and easygoing, with a dilute feel and tropical flavors of mango, lime and apple. Lasting and fairly juicy on the finish.",Blanco Vendimia Seleccionada,12,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Muriel 2010 Blanco Vendimia Seleccionada White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muriel-2010-blanco-vendimia-seleccionada-white-rioja/,White Blend,2010,Bodegas Muriel 12.5,Red,Italy,"There's a touch of Band-Aid or used leather that falls to the background the more the wine spends time in the glass. Cherry and white almond are the leading aromatic accents and this blend of Sangiovese (80%), Merlot and Cabernet is simple and fresh in the mouth.",Le Lodole,21,85,Tuscany,Rosso di Toscana,,Bellini 2007 Le Lodole Red (Rosso di Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellini-2007-le-lodole-red-rosso-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Bellini 14.8,Red,US,"Aromatically a bit dull, this blend of 54% Syrah, 25% Cinsault, 11% Mourvèdre and 10% Grenache is structured, dense and lush, tasting of tar and black fruit.",Melange De Reves,28,85,California,South Coast,Temecula Valley,Leonesse Cellars 2008 Melange De Reves Red (Temecula Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonesse-cellars-2008-melange-reves-red-south-coast-temecula-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Leonesse Cellars 13.5,Rose,France,"Composed of 40% Syrah, 40% Grenache and 20% Mourvèdre, this fruit-forward rosé offers powerful notes of ripe red berries framed with a candied orange peel and watermelon sweetness. Fleshy on the palate with a full texture and body.",,17,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Domaine de Nizas 2010 Rosé (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nizas-2010-rose-coteaux/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de Nizas 13.5,Red,US,"A little too sharp, which gives this thin Pinot Noir a sting. But it's nice and low in alcohol, with attractive cranberry and cola flavors, and elegant enough to drink with anything calling for Pinot Noir. The price is pretty good for the quality.",,18,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Valley of the Moon 2010 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2010-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Valley of the Moon 14.8,Red,US,"Some bottle age shows on this soft, gentle Pinot Noir. It's tasty in raspberries and cherries, with a rich spiciness and a smoky coat of oak. Seems at its best now, so drink up.",,38,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Desmond 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/desmond-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Desmond 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A ripe and juicy wine, the wood flavors giving considerable spice character. Acidity and blackberry fruits work into a wine that has an attractive, if rough-at-the-edges, character.",Tinto,,86,Alentejano,,,Terra d'Alter 2009 Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-dalter-2009-tinto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Terra d'Alter ,Red,Italy,"A pungent touch of apple skin or root beer gives this wine a sharp, immediate personality. At the back are dark fruit, leather and spice aromas and a clean, tonic finish.",Lagone,16,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Aia Vecchia 2009 Lagone Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aia-vecchia-2009-lagone-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Aia Vecchia 13,Red,France,"Now reaching its maturity, this is a wine that shows tannins that have softened into spicy acidity, meaty flavors and a suggestion of wood. It is a dry wine, now ready to drink.",,30,86,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château Tour Rozier 2007 Fronsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-rozier-2007-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Tour Rozier 15,Red,US,"High alcohol, massively ripe fruit that's slightly overripe and sweetness in the finish mark this robust Zin. Not for everyone, but it has a varietal purity that Zinfanatics will love.",Heritage Vines Alegría Vineyards,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2008 Heritage Vines Alegría Vineyards Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2008-heritage-vines-alegria-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Acorn 11,Dessert,US,"Whiffs of juicy melon and yellow peach brighten darker notes of potpourri and aged honey on this very pleasant late-harvest Riesling. Quite hefty on the palate with hints of dusty minerals and a sharp, clean acidity.",Late Harvest,22,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,White Springs 2009 Late Harvest Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-springs-2009-late-harvest-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,White Springs 12.5,Red,Spain,"Cassis, raisin, vanilla and rooty spice aromas give this Tempranillo blend some class on the bouquet. It's resiny and fairly heavy feeling, with lightly burnt and earthy flavors of herbal red berry and plum. Dry and peppery on the finish.",Señorío de los Llanos Crianza,8,85,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Bodegas Los Llanos 2005 Señorío de los Llanos Crianza Red (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-los-llanos-2005-senorio-crianza-red-valdepenas/,Red Blend,2005,Bodegas Los Llanos 14.2,Red,US,"The acidity on this Pinot tastes bizarre. It's so sharp and cutting that it's unnatural, given the ripeness of the raspberry and cherry fruit. Not going anywhere, so drink now.",Santa Marie Cuvée,28,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kenneth Volk 2008 Santa Marie Cuvée Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-volk-2008-santa-marie-cuvee-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kenneth Volk 14.1,Red,US,"Generic red fruit flavors are set in a light wine with a slightly chalky finish. In the nose there are hints of volatility and leather, but it's perfectly quaffable.",,28,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Michael Florentino 2008 Tempranillo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-florentino-2008-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wa/,Tempranillo,2008,Michael Florentino 13.1,Red,US,"A Cabernet of strong olive, oak and cassis aromas, medium in weight with smoky overtones that tastes a bit hotter than it is.",,13,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Pavilion Crossing 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavilion-crossing-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Pavilion Crossing 13.5,Red,US,"A sound, rather generic red wine, medium- to full-bodied, with sleek tannins framing jammy cherry and raspberry flavors. Pretty good for the price, and easy to find, with 42,000 cases produced.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,McManis 2010 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2010-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,McManis 12.5,White,Australia,"A decent Chardonnay for the price, with pineapple fruit and hints of butter and cream. It's medium in body, with a slightly custardy mouthfeel and a short finish. Drink now.",DB Family Selection,9,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli 2010 DB Family Selection Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2010-db-family-selection-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2010,De Bortoli 13,Red,Chile,"Smells like generic red fruits with a pinch of green herbs. Feels choppy and astringent, with green-leaning flavors of plum and raspberry. Zesty on the finish but tastes herbal and underdeveloped.",Made with Organic Grapes,15,84,Maule Valley,,,Chilcas 2010 Made with Organic Grapes Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2010-made-with-organic-grapes-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2010,Chilcas 14.5,Red,US,"This is a simple Pinot Noir, with berry and cherry flavors. It's on the heavy, soft side. The grapes come from San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Sonoma counties.",,24,84,California,California Other,California,Forefront 2010 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forefront-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Forefront 13,Red,Italy,Banfi's informal Chianti opens with sweet fruit and spice followed by sour cherry and bramble. Pair this no-fuss Italian red with lasagna or ravioli with cheese.,,11,84,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Banfi 2009 Chianti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2009-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,2009,Banfi 13,Rose,Portugal,"Crisp and fresh, with simple red fruits and a warm reminiscence of summer. Drink soon, it will go well with chicken.",,,84,Alentejo,,,Adega Cooperativa de Borba 2010 Rosé (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-borba-2010-rose-alentejo/,Rosé,2010,Adega Cooperativa de Borba 13.5,White,US,"A nice white wine to drink on a warm afternoon, at a picnic. It's definitely on the sweet side, but nice and crisp, with orange and pineapple flavors.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Big House 2010 White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-house-2010-white-other/,White Blend,2010,Big House 13.5,Red,France,"Lean, with severe tannins and fruit, dark and firm and laden with acidity. It is hard to take much pleasure from this austere wine.",,,84,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Bassonnerie 2008 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bassonnerie-2008-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château la Bassonnerie 15,Red,US,"The weaknesses of this wine are excessively evident alcohol and extracted berry fruit that make it taste jammy and sweet. But it's a good example of the ultraripe Paso style, with supporting acidity and tannins, and a high drinkability factor.",,17,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2009 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2009-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,Ancient Peaks 14.5,Red,US,"Clumsy, with outsized acidity and sweet, jammy raspberry, orange and cherry flavors. Tastes sweet and sour, like a Chinese pork sauce. Contains too many different varieties to list, but they include Muscat.",Medley Alegría Vineyards,38,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2008 Medley Alegría Vineyards Red (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2008-medley-alegria-red-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Acorn 14,Red,Chile,"Opens with a blast of oak rendered as bacon and sawdust. Feels bulky, tannic and tight, with saturated wood flavors taking on a heavy hickory accent that overrides what standard red fruit the wine is bringing. Quite woody for a wine of this caliber.",Reserva,11,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2010 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2010-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Apaltagua 13.5,Red,Spain,"Starts out heavy and roasted, with herbal, earthy berry aromas settling in. Feels pruney but there's also acidity, while the flavors run herbal and peppery as prune and plum represent the fruit side. Decent but doesn't fully click.",Dominio de Heredia,15,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Altanza 2008 Dominio de Heredia (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altanza-2008-dominio-heredia-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Altanza 13,Red,Spain,"Smells green and leafy, with tomato leaf, oregano and grassy aromas. Feels clampy and biting, with gritty tannins and roasted, slightly bitter flavors of black plum and pepper. Burnt tasting on the finish.",Old Vines Reserva,17,84,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Bodegas Navarro López 2006 Old Vines Reserva Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2006-old-vines-reserva-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Navarro López 13.5,Red,Spain,"Basic cherry and red plum aromas are simple and fresh. Feels tight and crisp on the tongue, with an average body and edgy flavors of strawberry and red plum. Lightly oaked and hollow on the finish, with juicy acidity.",Tempranillo,12,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Campellares 2009 Tempranillo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campellares-2009-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Campellares 12,Sparkling,US,"Subtly nutty on the nose with a hint of lemony perfume, this Chardonnay sparkler is pleasantly brisk but a little dilute on the palate. Small bubbles are soft and gently mouthfilling.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,11,84,New York,New York Other,New York,Brotherhood NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brotherhood-nv-blanc-de-blancs-brut-chardonnay-new-york-142794/,Chardonnay,,Brotherhood 13,White,US,"No oak on this semi-sweet, fruity Chardonnay. Brims with tangerine, pineapple, pear, vanilla and cinnamon flavors that are brightened with acidity.",,13,84,California,California Other,California,Echelon 2010 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Echelon 12,Red,US,"Concentrated black fruit flavors are pleasant but obscured by generous oak treatment and slightly confectionery flavors of cherry vanilla and mocha chocolate. Hints of tree bark and green, vinous flavors peep through cream and vanilla notes on the midpalate.",Field Stone Old Stones and Old Vines,30,84,New York,New York Other,New York,Hudson-Chatham 2010 Field Stone Old Stones and Old Vines Baco Noir (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hudson-chatham-2010-field-stone-old-stones-old-vines-other-red-baco-noir-other/,Baco Noir,2010,Hudson-Chatham 13.5,White,Australia,"Penfolds' entry-level Chardonnay is a medium-bodied, easy-drinking wine with modest fig and anise notes. Drink up.",Koonunga Hill,11,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2009 Koonunga Hill Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2009-koonunga-hill-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2009,Penfolds 13.1,Red,US,Herbal and reedy like a Cabernet Franc. The oak presence on this Merlot is high and its tannins soft and thick without much to say by the wine's end.,Reserve,13,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Pavillion Crossing 2010 Reserve Merlot (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavillion-crossing-2010-reserve-merlot-central-valley-lodi/,Merlot,2010,Pavillion Crossing 13.7,Red,US,"Too much acidity on this Syrah and Mourvedre blend feels like a knife through the palate. But the cherry, cola and spice flavors are good, and the wine is fully dry and moderate in alcohol.",Roc Michel Fremir Vineyards,22,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mosby 2008 Roc Michel Fremir Vineyards Red (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2008-roc-michel-fremir-vineyards-red-central-coast-monterey-county/,Red Blend,2008,Mosby 13.5,Red,US,"Fans of fruity Pinot Noirs will love this one, with its sweet raspberry and cherry jam flavors. Beyond that, there's not much going on. It's silky in texture, with a boost of acidity.",,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ramspeck 2010 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramspeck-2010-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Ramspeck 12,Sparkling,US,Extra Dry is almost indistinguishable from its Brut; not noticeably sweet. But there is a somewhat soft quality that mars the finish.,Extra Dry,12,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle NV Extra Dry Sparkling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-columbia-valley-wa-143240/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Ste. Michelle 14.8,White,US,"Frankly sweet, like sugared orange, pineapple and mango juice. Fine and clean in acidity, but it's not really a dry table wine.",,30,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Cinnabar 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2009,Cinnabar 10.5,Sparkling,Australia,"Comes across as a bit sweet and soft, with tropical fruit and a lush, creamy texture. Clean and well made, but lacks complexity and length.",Emeri Sparkling Pinot Grigio,10,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli NV Emeri Sparkling Pinot Grigio Sparkling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-nv-emeri-sparkling-pinot-grigio-south-eastern/,Sparkling Blend,,De Bortoli 12.5,Rose,France,"The acidity and alcohol are a bit pronounced on the nose, but otherwise this is a drinkable and clean rosé with tart but lively notes of white cherry, rhubarb and cranberry.",,10,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,The Frenchhouse 2010 Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frenchhouse-2010-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2010,The Frenchhouse 13.5,Red,Chile,"Spice and pepper aromas come with hints of green herbs, olive and standard berry fruit. Feels stretched out and grating, with herbal, olive flavors along with green-infused berry and cassis. Herbal on the finish.",Crucero,10,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2010 Crucero Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2010-crucero-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Siegel 15.2,Red,US,"The ripeness of the grapes ran away in this wine, so that despite high alcohol, it still retains what tastes like residual sugar. The result is an excessively sweet wine. It's almost like a minor Port.",Zeigler Vineyard,28,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2007 Zeigler Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2007-zeigler-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Joseph Swan Vineyards 15.8,Red,US,"This is an enormously ripe, extracted red wine. It shows California's heat in the jammy raspberries, cherries and chocolate, as sweet and thick as the filling in a pie. Shows the strength of Paso Robles, which is ripeness, and its weaknesses, excessive alcohol, sweetness and a flabby structure.",Estate,24,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Minassian-Young 2009 Estate Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/minassian-young-2009-estate-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,Minassian-Young 14.1,Red,US,"A common wine, softly sweet and candied in raspberries, cherries and smoky oak. Could be from any warm climate in California. Drink now.",,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stickybeak 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stickybeak-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Stickybeak 13.5,White,US,"Very sweet in white sugared orange and vanilla flavors, like a honey-nut candy bar. Will satisfy Chard lovers with a sweet tooth",Spirit Hawk,15,84,California,California Other,California,Lander-Jenkins 2010 Spirit Hawk Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lander-jenkins-2010-spirit-hawk-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Lander-Jenkins 13,White,Chile,"Fleshy, soft and honeyed on the nose, with spiced pear aromas. Feels sort of flabby, with soft acids and meaty, mustardy flavors of white fruits that finish blowsy. Flowery and fluffy now, but it seems to be fading.",Reserva,12,84,Maule Valley,,,Oveja Negra 2010 Reserva Chardonnay-Viognier (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oveja-negra-2010-reserva-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-maule-valley/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2010,Oveja Negra 13.5,Red,US,"A rugged, country-style wine, dry and sharp in acids and tannins, with blackberry and herb flavors. Made from Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and several other varieties, it's a decent everyday sipper.",Cuvée,12,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Liberty School 2009 Cuvée Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liberty-school-2009-cuvee-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2009,Liberty School 13,White,Spain,"Oily and melony smelling and after that it's pretty much your average, innocuous white wine. Feels like orange juice on the palate and tastes like orange and tangerine. Cleansing, fresh enough and easy to drink.",,10,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Marqués de Riscal 2010 White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-riscal-2010-white-rueda/,White Blend,2010,Marqués de Riscal 14.9,Red,US,"Just a single barrel was produced. Volatile and slightly vinegary at first, it improves with aggressive swirling. The fruit remains quite tart, almost to the point of being sour, with little varietal character.",Spice Cabinet Vineyard,33,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Mercer 2008 Spice Cabinet Vineyard Sangiovese (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2008-spice-cabinet-vineyard-sangiovese-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Sangiovese,2008,Mercer 13,White,Spain,"Yellowing and leesy in character, with a deep, brooding style. Struggles to keep its pulse up; the core flavors are in the bland citrus category, while peachy, leesy secondary flavors turn pithy on the finish. Tasted twice with consistent notes.",,19,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Fillaboa 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fillaboa-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Fillaboa 12.5,Rose,France,"Blending Cabernet and Merlot, this is a caramel-flavored dry rosé, with good berry fruitiness. There's a fine final burst of acidity.",,15,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Château les Arromans 2010 Rosé (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-arromans-2010-rose-rose/,Rosé,2010,Château les Arromans 13.5,Red,France,"Full of spicy wood flavors, this wine also has black currant fruit flavors and considerable acidity. It's well-balanced, fresh while also ripe and fruity. Drink soon.",,14,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Julian 2010 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julian-2010-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Julian 13,Red,US,"Juicy on the palate with ample black cherry and Damson plum flavors, this is an easy-drinking Pinot Noir with just the faintest whisper of tannins. Hints of bramble and wet earth add dimension.",,15,85,New York,New York Other,New York,Brotherhood 2009 Pinot Noir (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brotherhood-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Brotherhood 12,Red,US,"Unfiltered and unfined, this wine made from 60-year-old Baco Noir feels significantly fuller in body than the alcohol content belies. Ripe and concentrated on the palate with hints of garrigue and Graham cracker crumbs, it finishes with a whisper of green on a softly bitter finish.",Old Vines Masson Place Vineyard Pulteney Farm,20,85,New York,New York Other,Hudson River Region,Hudson-Chatham 2009 Old Vines Masson Place Vineyard Pulteney Farm Baco Noir (Hudson River Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hudson-chatham-2009-old-vines-masson-place-vineyard-pulteney-farm-other-red-baco-noir-other-hudson-river-region/,Baco Noir,2009,Hudson-Chatham 14.3,Red,US,"Surprisingly thin for an Alexander Valley Cabernet, especially at this price. It's clean and proper, being dry and softly tannic, but the cherry and blackberry flavors taste watered down.",Five Sisters Blend,34,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,J. Rickards 2009 Five Sisters Blend Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2009-five-sisters-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,J. Rickards 13,Red,Italy,"This straight-shooting Chianti presents loads of red berry fruit and a touch of apple skin, with background shades of pressed violets and moist earth. The wine only sees stainless steel, so the brightness of the fruit is what drives it forward.",Chianti,15,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Inalto 2009 Chianti (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inalto-2009-chianti-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2009,Inalto 12.8,White,US,"Spicy, savory aromas of smoked nuts and coconut are brightened by clean, green floral notes on this dry, medium-bodied Chardonnay. Quite creamy in texture with a smoke-inflected vanilla palate, it's a well-balanced accompaniment to hearty fowl or braised pork dishes.",Reserve Estate Bottled,20,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lamoreaux Landing 2008 Reserve Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamoreaux-landing-2008-reserve-estate-bottled-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Lamoreaux Landing 9,White,Portugal,"A bright, citrusy, crisp, off-dry Vinho Verde. It is the perfect aperitif wine with its light texture, slight fizz and a delicious lemon and grapefruit aftertaste.",Cruzeiro Branco,9,85,Vinho Verde,,,Vinhos Norte 2010 Cruzeiro Branco White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinhos-norte-2010-cruzeiro-branco-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Vinhos Norte 15.1,Red,US,"Lots of blackberry, cherry, smoked meat and pepper spice flavors in this dry, tannic Petite Sirah. It's a little harsh in texture, so drink it with rich barbecue and roasted meat dishes.",Hobo,30,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Carivintas 2007 Hobo Petite Sirah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carivintas-2007-hobo-petite-sirah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Petite Sirah,2007,Carivintas 12.5,Red,France,"Surprisingly lightweight for the vintage, this is a red fruit-flavored wine, with tannins, acidity and a fresh aftertaste. Not for aging.",,25,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Moulin Lafitte 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-lafitte-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Moulin Lafitte 13.4,White,US,"If you're looking for a decent everyday Chardonnay at an inexpensive price, consider this one. It's dry and creamy in texture, with slightly sweet, oaky tangerine and pineapple flavors.",Willow Springs,7,84,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 2010 Willow Springs Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-2010-willow-springs-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,CK Mondavi 12.5,Red,Italy,"Light, bright and crisp, this ruby-colored Chianti would pair with simple pasta dishes or take-out pizza. It's a thin, compact wine with a fresh berry close.",,13,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,Bellini 2009 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellini-2009-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2009,Bellini 14.6,Red,US,"A soft, round Merlot made from what tastes like extremely ripe fruit, slightly sweet with flavors of spicy cinnamon, cola and plum.",Larry Venturi Vineyards,35,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Simaine Cellars 2009 Larry Venturi Vineyards Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simaine-cellars-2009-larry-venturi-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Merlot,2009,Simaine Cellars 16.1,Red,US,"Either this producer is one of the most honest when it comes to listing alcohol levels or this is as close to Port as it gets, a Primitivo that's got some cherry brightness to it, but gets bogged down by its own bigness.",Estate,20,85,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Rosa d'Oro 2009 Estate Primitivo (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosa-doro-2009-estate-zinfandel-primitivo-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Primitivo,2009,Rosa d'Oro 14.5,Red,Chile,"Heavily done and stuffed with oak and tannin. As a whole, this wine is woody and baked to the max. It smells earthy and spicy, then feels tannic, weighty and drying, with barrel flavors controlling the finish until there is no more.",1865 Single Vineyard,19,85,Maipo Valley,,,San Pedro 2010 1865 Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2010-1865-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,San Pedro 12,Red,France,"Soft, ripe fruits are layered with licorice, red berry flavors and toast. The wine is fresh while also having ripe fruit, open and ready to drink.",Mayne Sansac,11,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Univitis 2009 Mayne Sansac (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/univitis-2009-mayne-sansac-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Univitis 15.5,Red,US,"A rough-and-tumble style, full throttle, with throat-burning cherry fruit, chocolate and plenty of alcohol.",Howling Wolfe,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Thurston Wolfe 2009 Howling Wolfe Zinfandel (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2009-howling-zinfandel-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Zinfandel,2009,Thurston Wolfe 13,Rose,Portugal,"Fresh and fruity rosé, full of wild strawberry flavors cut through with acidity. There is a light touch of tannin to give an extra texture.",Fado,,85,Alentejano,,,Terra d'Alter 2010 Fado Rosé (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-dalter-2010-fado-rose-alentejano/,Rosé,2010,Terra d'Alter 14,Red,Chile,"Smells roasted and leathery, with a distinct earthy, baked bean-influenced set of aromas. Feels edgy but o.k., with generic boysenberry, chocolate and vanilla flavors. Shows buttery oak and carob on the finish.",,12,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Root:1 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/root-1-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Root:1 12.5,White,Chile,"Flowery and blowsy smelling, with notes of ham, gardenia and honey, all of which are textbook for Viognier. Feels racy, with just enough smoothness to the body. Green apple, pineapple and lettuce flavors finish short and minerally.",VCS,9,85,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2010 VCS White (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2010-vcs-white-limari-valley/,White Blend,2010,Tamaya 13.5,Red,Chile,"Cool-climate aromas of rhubarb, red plum and brambly spice are draped all over this zesty, racy Pinot from Chile's deep south. It feels quick and high in acid, with crisp, almost tart flavors of pie cherry and red plum. Finishes fresh but short.",,13,85,Bío Bío Valley,,,Llai Llai 2010 Pinot Noir (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llai-llai-2010-pinot-noir-bio-bio-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Llai Llai 12,White,US,"Toasted hazelnuts and pressed apple cider notes lend a smoky, rustic character to this dry, medium-bodied Chardonnay. Orange-inflected acidity adds balance and brightness to a wine that's hearty enough to stand up to braised fowl or even lighter pork dishes.",,28,85,New York,New York Other,Hudson River Region,Oak Summit 2010 Chardonnay (Hudson River Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-summit-2010-chardonnay-other-hudson-river-region/,Chardonnay,2010,Oak Summit 14.1,Red,US,"Everything about this wine is big. It's superripe in jammy cherries and raspberries, and super-oaky, with a sweet coating of caramelized candy corn. It's a crowd pleaser for many red wine fans, but simply too sweet and simple for the price.",Reserve,42,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Middle Ridge 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/middle-ridge-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Middle Ridge 14.5,Red,US,"Bennett Lane took two vintages, blended them together and called the result Timeless. It's an okay wine, soft and succulent in berry fruit and oak, but a bit soft and simple. Ready now.",Timeless,35,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bennett Lane NV Timeless Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-lane-nv-timeless-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,,Bennett Lane 11.9,White,US,"Whiffs of lime zest and crushed lemongrass give this dry, light-bodied Traminette a slightly exotic character. Soft on the palate with gentle lemon flavors and a spray of fresh floral perfume, it's refreshing with a delicately feminine profile.",,15,85,New York,New York Other,New York,Benmarl 2009 Traminette (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benmarl-2009-other-white-traminette-other/,Traminette,2009,Benmarl ,White,France,"A soft, fruity wine with an attractive citrus character. There's also an herbaceous quality and hints of green apple.",The Pairing Collection Salmon & Trout,10,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Barton & Guestier 2011 The Pairing Collection Salmon & Trout (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2011-pairing-collection-salmon-trout-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2011,Barton & Guestier 12,White,France,"Attractively balanced wine, its apple and pear acidity giving a very fruity character. There is a burst of lemon zest for extreme freshness with some grassy herbal character right at the end.",,14,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Julian 2010 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julian-2010-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Julian 12.5,Red,France,"Soft and ripe, this is an easy, fruity wine. It has red berries, gentle tannins and attractive acidity. It is just as enjoyable as an apéritif as with food and ready to drink now.",,22,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Cru de Verdun 2009 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cru-verdun-2009-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Cru de Verdun 12.6,White,US,"There's little if any oak on this dry Pinot Grigio, leaving the lemon, lime, peach and mineral flavors to star. It's an easy wine to drink, and with crisp acidity, stimulates the palate as a cocktail sipper.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 2010 Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Mosby 13.5,White,Chile,"Pear and vanilla aromas are what you'd call basic, and there's a briney note as well. Feels about medium, with mild acidity and a dilute quality to the palate feel. Tastes of lime and green banana, with brine and fresh bell pepper thrown in.",,10,85,Central Valley,,,oops 2010 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oops-2010-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,oops 14,Red,Italy,"There's an inky, raw feel to this riserva (Sangiovese blended with tiny percentages of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot), followed by candied cherry and rum cake. It finishes sour and bitter.",Squarcialupi Riserva,30,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,La Castellina 2007 Squarcialupi Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellina-2007-squarcialupi-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,La Castellina 13.5,White,Australia,"Faintly nutty notes of toasted grain accent this wine's otherwise straightforward pineapple fruit. It's medium in body, with a fine line of crisp acidity running through it from start to finish. Drink now.",Bin Select 462,10,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Kalbarri 2010 Bin Select 462 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kalbarri-2010-bin-select-462-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2010,Kalbarri 14.5,Red,US,"Shows ripe, forward raspberry and cherry jam flavors, wrapped in a silky texture brightened by crisp acidity. Feels a bit rugged, though, with a green sharpness throughout. Drink up.",Goodchild High 9 Vineyard,30,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2009 Goodchild High 9 Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2009-goodchild-high-9-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lucas & Lewellen 13,Red,Chile,"Brambly plum and leafy berry aromas are quite typical of value-priced Chilean Merlot. The wine has a good mouthfeel and solid structure, with bright but basic berry fruit flavors. Short and generic on the finish. Good for the price.",,9,85,Maule Valley,,,Sundance 2010 Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sundance-2010-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2010,Sundance 13.5,Red,US,"This easy-drinking Merlot has enough cherry, spice and smoky oak flavors to satisfy wine drinkers looking for a decent red. Earns extra points for the long finish.",Vintner's Collection,15,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2009 Vintner's Collection Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2009-vintners-collection-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2009,Sterling 11,White,US,"Curious on the nose with whiffs of watermelon candy and a touch of resin, this medium-bodied, late-harvest Chardonnay is densely concentrated on the palate with a distinctly tropical mango and pineapple profile. Finishes with blossomy, floral flair.",,15,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Seneca Lake,Rock Stream 2009 Chardonnay (Seneca Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-stream-2009-chardonnay-finger-lakes-seneca-lake/,Chardonnay,2009,Rock Stream 14,White,US,"Too oaky-sweet, with buttered toast, honey and buttered popcorn flavors overwhelming the natural pineapples and tropical fruits. Lots of people will like it, but for purists, it's too much of a good thing.",,26,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Riverbench 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverbench-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Riverbench 14,Red,Spain,"Full, minty aromas come with freshness and don't overpower. The palate is spunky and offers grabby charge, while wild berry, mint and peppery spice are the main flavors. Dark and warm as it finishes; not a shy wine.",,10,85,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Real Compañia de Vinos 2010 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-compania-vinos-2010-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2010,Real Compañia de Vinos 12.3,White,US,"Saline and sea breeze notes brighten soft, sweet vanilla and caramel flavors on this rich, oaky Finger Lakes Chard. Supple in texture, it's languid character gets a hit of verve from bright acidity on the midpalate.",Reserve,20,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-2008-reserve-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Standing Stone 13,Red,US,"Lilacs and roses mingle with ripe red cherry fruit on this crisp, easy-drinking Cab Franc. Delicate in body and structure, it picks up hints of vanilla and smoke on the finish.",Oak Summit Vineyard,22,85,New York,New York Other,Hudson River Region,Tousey 2010 Oak Summit Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Hudson River Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tousey-2010-oak-summit-vineyard-cabernet-franc-other-hudson-river-region/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Tousey 14.6,Red,US,"A simple Syrah, with decent cherry, licorice and tobacco flavors that finish quick. It's dry and clean, and a certain elegance makes it a nice pairing with a wide variety of fare.",Steinbeck Vineyard,21,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2009 Steinbeck Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2009-steinbeck-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2009,Eberle 14.5,Red,France,A Bordeaux saved from its high alcohol by its acidity. There is power and superripe fruit yet parallel to these is the black currant acidity that cuts right through. Age for 1–2 years.,,22,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Saint-Michel 2010 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-michel-2010-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Saint-Michel 13.9,White,US,"A little one-dimensional in apricot and citrus flavors, but pretty good for an everyday white wine. It's brisk in acidity, making it a good partner to sweet, salty foods like ham and sausages.",Spinning White Lot #3,17,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Curveball NV Spinning White Lot #3 White (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curveball-nv-spinning-white-lot-3-sonoma-county/,White Blend,,Curveball 13.5,White,Chile,"Mild and approachable up front, with apple, banana and tropical fruit aromas. Feels fresh and about average, with sweet, candied flavors of mango and melon. Turns slightly bitter and pithy on the finish.",,11,85,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2010 Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2010-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Cousiño-Macul 13,Red,France,Spicy wood thrusts this wine forward. It does have enough weight of blackberry fruit to compensate.,La Patache,12,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Domaines Lapalu 2010 La Patache (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-lapalu-2010-patache-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Domaines Lapalu 12.5,Red,France,"A soft wine, with some light wood aging while the fruit gives black currant stalkiness, dry tannins and fresh, juicy, smoky acidity. The wine needs no aging, but could develop for 2–3 years.",Famille Lapalu,12,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Domaines Lapalu 2010 Famille Lapalu (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-lapalu-2010-famille-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Domaines Lapalu 13.5,Red,Spain,"A crusty smelling wine with aromas of crude oil, roasted nuts and modest berry fruit. Feels acidic and scratchy, with balsamic flavors and a chalky finish. Prickly and teetering on sour, with a lasting herbal impression.",Colección Vivanco Parcelas de Mazuelo,92,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Dinastía Vivanco 2008 Colección Vivanco Parcelas de Mazuelo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dinastia-vivanco-2008-coleccion-parcelas-mazuelo-spanish-red-mazuelo-rioja/,Mazuelo,2008,Dinastía Vivanco 11,Sparkling,Australia,"Comes across as being on the sweet side of the brut spectrum, but it's still a solid value, offering bold pineapple flavors and just a hint of toast on the finish.",DB Family Selection Sparkling Brut,10,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli NV DB Family Selection Sparkling Brut Sparkling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-nv-db-family-selection-sparkling-brut-south-eastern/,Sparkling Blend,,De Bortoli ,Red,Italy,"There's a touch of smoke, ash or sulfur at the very beginning that never fully blows away. In the mouth, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah offers ripe cherry and blackberry flavors, with hints of black pepper and bitter almond.",Borgeri,30,85,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Giorgio Meletti Cavallari 2009 Borgeri (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giorgio-meletti-cavallari-2009-borgeri-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Giorgio Meletti Cavallari 13.5,Rose,France,"A dark pink color, this rosé promises rich, dark fruit notes of ripe cherry and muddled strawberry with a slightly medicinal edge. The medium weight mouth falls a bit flat, and closes abruptly on the finish. Drink now.",Syrah-Grenache,18,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Languedoc,,Gérard Bertrand 2010 Syrah-Grenache Rosé (Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2010-syrah-grenache-rose-languedoc/,Rosé,2010,Gérard Bertrand 13.5,Red,Portugal,"An earthy wine, with a strong herb and spice character. The fruit is fresh, laced with black currant acidity and soft tannins. A fine, food-friendly wine, ready to drink.",Cister da Ribeira,9,85,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2009 Cister da Ribeira Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2009-cister-ribeira-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta de Ventozelo 13.5,Red,US,"In Pinot Noir, you get what you pay for. Granted, MaManis's 2010 is a pretty simple wine. But it is classic in the silky structure and pleasant raspberry and cherry flavors, touched with smoky oak, and is one of the better Pinots at this price.",,11,85,California,California Other,California,McManis 2010 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,McManis 14.4,Red,US,"Aged over two years in American oak with fruit grown in Amador and Lodi, this Syrah is all oak and leather, recalling bacon on the grill like a diner on a workday morning. Balanced in the mouth with come-hither tannins.",Reserve,28,85,California,California Other,California,Martin Lane Winery 2008 Reserve Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-lane-winery-2008-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2008,Martin Lane Winery 12.5,Rose,France,"Clean and fresh with medium-intense aromas and flavors of watermelon rind, carnation, red cranberry and a touch of green banana. Balanced and straightforward, and easy to find with 5,000 cases imported.",Cinsault,11,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2010 Cinsault Rosé (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2010-cinsault-rose-pays-doc/,Rosé,2010,Les Jamelles 14,Red,Chile,"There's a funky, strange quality to San Pedro's high-end 2008 Syrahs from Elqui. Like the Kankana ultrapremium bottling, this wine is jammy and exotic smelling, with mulchy notes, rubber and horsey aromas. It's chunky and full in the mouth, with prune, vanilla and canned asparagus flavors. Has the weight and density but smells and tastes too odd to rate higher.",1865 Limited Edition,25,85,Elqui Valley,,,San Pedro 2008 1865 Limited Edition Syrah (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2008-1865-limited-edition-shiraz-syrah-syrah-elqui-valley/,Syrah,2008,San Pedro 12.5,White,France,"Crisply fruity, herbaceous and citric, with lemon zest and fine pineapple. The wine's acidity should soften in a year.",,17,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Tanesse 2010 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tanesse-2010-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Tanesse 14,Red,Chile,"A touch hard, fiery and scratchy on the bouquet, then juicy and fresh in the mouth, with edgy flavors of peppery plum, raspberry, herbs and dry oak. Finishes herbal and minty, with average feel.",Eco Balance,9,85,Central Valley,,,Emiliana 2010 Eco Balance Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2010-eco-balance-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Emiliana 13,White,US,"Made from organic grapes and packaged in a 500-ml Tetra Pak, this Chard is made from ripe fruit with a toasty caramel molasses halo around it, and finishes sweet. It would be quite drinkable on a camping trip or tailgate party.",,7,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,CalNaturale 2009 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calnaturale-2009-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2009,CalNaturale 14.7,Red,US,"Though it hits the right notes of blueberry and plum, this Malbec is otherwise nondescript, hailing from the Red Hills Lake County subregion of the larger Lake County, where Cabernet Sauvignon has done particularly well.",,37,85,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Imagery 2008 Malbec (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2008-malbec-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Malbec,2008,Imagery 13.5,Red,Italy,"This vintage of Grattamacco's basic Bolgheri blend (mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, with Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Sangiovese) appears neutral and less intense compared to years past. It does show elegant mineral shadings and cedary wood behind bright berry fruit.",,42,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Grattamacco 2009 Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grattamacco-2009-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Grattamacco 14.1,White,US,"Acidity marks this wine, so much that it's practically sparkling. It's also exorbitantly ripe in pineapple and orange jam, with lots of sweet, caramelized new oak. The overall impression is one of a heavily overworked Chardonnay, but it is not without a certain hedonistic appeal.",Oro de Plata,33,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2009 Oro de Plata Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2009-oro-plata-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Keller Estate 12,White,US,"There's a lingering vein of sweet Indian spice amidst pretty layers of sweet pea and lime pith on this intense Riesling. Dry in style yet densely concentrated with juicy, sweet yellow peaches, it finishes long with sharp, racy acidity.",Dry,14,87,New York,New York Other,New York,Heron Hill 2009 Dry Riesling (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2009-dry-riesling-other/,Riesling,2009,Heron Hill 13,White,Australia,"This wine's flamboyant aromas of passion fruit and cut grass are unfortunately not quite matched on the palate, where the flavors are more restrained. It's medium in body and rather lean, with a crisp, fully dry finish. The blend is 69% Sauvignon Blanc, 31% Semillon.",Siblings,20,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2010 Siblings Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2010-siblings-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-margaret-river/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2010,Leeuwin Estate ,Red,Italy,"A pretty mineral note appears at the very beginning of this Sangiovese-Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon blend and is followed by ripe fruit flavors and a touch of caper or green olive. The wine is rich and plush, with a long-lasting finish.",Grale,35,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Le Grascete 2009 Grale (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-grascete-2009-grale-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Le Grascete 14,Red,Italy,"Invetro (“in glass”) sports an innovative glass stopper that locks in all of its bright berry nuances. The blend is Sangiovese (50%) with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, and a fruity core is wrapped in layers of tobacco and leather.",Invetro,18,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Renieri 2009 Invetro Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2009-invetro-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Renieri 11,White,Portugal,"Dry Vinho Verde that is packed with citrus, crisp apple fruits and a light sparkle. A great apéritif wine, but also try it with any shellfish.",Terra Antiga,10,87,Vinho Verde,,,Quintas de Melgaço 2010 Terra Antiga White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintas-melgaco-2010-terra-antiga-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Quintas de Melgaço 14.5,Red,US,"Tons of ripe, sweet blackberry and cherry fruit in this Cabernet. Also lots of toasty, brown buttery oak. The tannins are thick and astringent. A bit off in texture and too sweet for the price, though. Could age well, but seems more likely to lose fruit before the tannins fade.",Doti-Sodaro Block 2,125,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sodaro 2008 Doti-Sodaro Block 2 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sodaro-2008-doti-block-2-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Sodaro 12,Sparkling,US,"Subtle floral and berry aromas intensify on the palate with crisp cherry and raspberry flavors in this elegant, brut-style rosé sparkler. Bracing acidity and an aggressive attack give a slightly jagged mouthfeel, but its persistence and length are admirable.",Brut Rosé,29,87,Virginia,Monticello,,Trump 2008 Brut Rosé Sparkling (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trump-2008-brut-rose-sparkling-monticello/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Trump 13.5,White,US,"Roughly half and half Pinot Gris and Viognier, the 2010 PGV offers clean, fresh, right out of the vat apple and pear fruit flavors. Nicely textured and done in a straight-ahead, drink-now style, this also has just a hint of sweetness to round out the finish.",PGV,16,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Thurston Wolfe 2010 PGV White (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2010-pgv-white-other/,White Blend,2010,Thurston Wolfe 14.5,Red,Chile,"Initially it smells a bit green, like tobacco, lettuce and herbs mixed with berry fruit and chocolate. In the mouth, it's ripped with acidity and a bit jagged, with herbal red fruit flavors along with a lemony, citrusy tang. Chippy on the finish because of the high acid level, but flavorful and crisp.",Gran Crucero Limited Edition,29,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2009 Gran Crucero Limited Edition Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2009-gran-crucero-limited-edition-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Siegel 13.5,Red,Spain,"Red fruit aromas are matched by mild wood spice and rubber in front of a crisp, solid palate that's tasting spicy, peppery and dry, with red fruit flavors taking over after the spice subsides. Smoky, dry and plummy on the finish.",Crianza,16,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Circulo 2008 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-circulo-2008-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,El Circulo 14.2,Red,US,"Too dry and tannic to enjoy on its own, this young wine needs rich meats, cheeses and sauces to tease out the blackberry sweetness and break down the astringency. It does show real promise for this somewhat obscure variety.",Red Cedar Vineyard,35,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clayhouse 2009 Red Cedar Vineyard Tannat (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2009-red-cedar-vineyard-other-red-tannat-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tannat,2009,Clayhouse 14,Red,Portugal,"Spicy, fresh, structured fruit, fine perfumes and a straight line of acidity that goes through the ripe plum juice flavors. With its up-front fruit, it is a young wine that is ready to drink.",,,87,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2010 Syrah (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-alentejano/,Syrah,2010,Cortes de Cima 12.5,Rose,France,"Here's a dainty and approachable rosé with attractive notes of ripe cranberry, strawberry and juicy watermelon framed by a tropical acidity freshness. Mouthwatering and fleshy on the palate with a clean finish. Drink now.",Pinot Noir,13,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,D'Autrefois 2010 Pinot Noir Rosé (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dautrefois-2010-pinot-noir-rose-pays-doc/,Rosé,2010,D'Autrefois 14.5,Red,Italy,"A tiny percentage of Merlot added to this Sangiovese-based wine brings a touch of color, concentration and power. It shows raw, rustic aromas of smoked ham or bresaola alongside dark fruit, spice and moist earth.",,,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria di Montemaggio 2007 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-montemaggio-2007-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Fattoria di Montemaggio ,Red,Italy,"Scirè is a simple but elegant blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with a clean, direct aromatic delivery of red berry fruit and blackberry. A touch of green spice or crushed black pepper adds dimension on the back end.",Scirè,,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Ceralti 2010 Scirè (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceralti-2010-scire-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2010,Ceralti 14,Red,Italy,"Thanks to its investments in technology, Castello Banfi reliably delivers quality, especially when it comes to Sangiovese. This food-friendly expression shows bright but easy flavors of forest fruit and sour cherry.",,23,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 2009 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2009-sangiovese-grosso-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2009,Castello Banfi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Terra Rossa Riserva is a bright, compact Sangiovese-based wine with aromas of ripe berry, moist earth and pipe tobacco. That earthy quality is nice, and suggests a pairing with whole-grain pasta with cheese.",Terra Rossa Riserva,26,87,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Tenuta di Trecciano 2008 Terra Rossa Riserva (Chianti Colli Senesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-trecciano-2008-terra-rossa-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,2008,Tenuta di Trecciano 14.8,Red,US,"Soft and mellow at three-plus years, this pleasant Zinfandel has sweet, jammy raspberry and cherry flavors, sprinkled with pepper, cinnamon and clove. It's a nice wine to drink now with steaks, roasts, barbecue.",Enz Vineyard,36,87,California,Central Coast,Lime Kiln Valley,Kenneth Volk 2008 Enz Vineyard Zinfandel (Lime Kiln Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenneth-volk-2008-enz-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-lime-kiln-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Kenneth Volk 14.5,Red,US,"Made from equal parts Zinfandel and Petite Sirah, this blend seems to detract from the purity of both. The result is interesting and even dramatic in ripeness, but a little muddied, with hard tannins making it tough despite a rich center of blackberry and cherry jam.",Caudalies Reserve,52,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ledson 2008 Caudalies Reserve Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2008-caudalies-reserve-red-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Ledson 12.5,White,US,"Labeled late harvest, but not terribly sweet, this includes small amounts of Muscat, Gewürztraminer and Chenin Blanc in the blend. Lemony with both citrus rind and sweet candy flavors, it's a useful, off-dry wine with a slightly sugary finish.",Late Harvest,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2010 Late Harvest Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2010-late-harvest-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Hogue 14.2,Red,US,"Good raspberry, cola, vanilla, sweet oak and spice flavors in this silky Pinot Noir. It's a little off in texture, though, with overly aggressive acidity. But it's a pretty nice Pinot.",Swiss Clones 2A,48,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,2nd Chance 2009 Swiss Clones 2A Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/2nd-chance-2009-swiss-clones-2a-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,2nd Chance 14.7,Red,US,"From a certified biodynamic vineyard, this Syrah is big red wine, tannic with black fruit and game in taste and smell.",Fairbairn Ranch,35,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Martella 2009 Fairbairn Ranch Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martella-2009-fairbairn-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,2009,Martella 13,Red,US,"Grown primarily in Chile these days, Carmenère can be akin to Merlot, though this version has the herbal qualities of a Cab Franc and is otherwise quite oaky.",Rennie Vineyard,30,87,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Yorkville Cellars 2009 Rennie Vineyard Carmenère (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-2009-rennie-vineyard-carmenere-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Carmenère,2009,Yorkville Cellars 12,Red,US,"Concentrated cherry and strawberry flavors gain layers of complexity from lavish floral and brambly forest notes on this lovely Cab Franc. The palate is soft and a bit fleshy, but bright acidity adds balance and structure.",,20,87,New York,New York Other,New York,Whitecliff Vineyard 2010 Cabernet Franc (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitecliff-vineyard-2010-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Whitecliff Vineyard 13.6,White,US,"A good, complex wine, although it does show the limitations of so many Napa Valley Chardonnays. The pineapple, pear and oak flavors have an earthy, herbal edge, and the wine lacks some vibrancy. Gets better as it approaches room temperature, so don't chill it too much.",,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chateau Montelena 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montelena-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Chateau Montelena 13.8,Red,France,"Structured wine, with black currant and red plum fruits and a significant tannic structure. It has some richness to give density. Age for another year.",,15,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château les Arromans 2010 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-arromans-2010-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château les Arromans 14.3,Red,France,"Rich, full-bodied wine, with plum fruits and sweet tannins. It is warm and ripe, with a touch of alcohol burn. The structure remains Bordeaux—dry and with good final acidity.",Cuvée Geraldine,40,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Lagrave Paran 2009 Cuvée Geraldine (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrave-paran-2009-cuvee-geraldine-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Lagrave Paran 13.5,Red,Spain,"Mildly rubbery but full on the nose, with leafy accents and raspberry aromas. Feels full, round and dense, with roasted berry and distant spice on the flavor profile. More straightforward than fancy, with good overall feel, flavor and balance.",Crianza,16,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Riolanc 2008 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-riolanc-2008-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodegas Riolanc 13.5,Red,France,"Balanced wine, dominated by red fruits, with an attractive, ripe feel to it. The tannins are soft, allowing the juicy fruit to come forward. An attractive wine, ready to drink now.",,,87,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Haut-Peyrous 2009 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-peyrous-2009-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Haut-Peyrous 13,Rose,France,"Medium salmon color in the glass, this seemingly delicate rosé offers soft scents of hard peach, barely ripe small red berries and a touch of baby powder on the nose. The mouth offers a bit more weight, though, with a round body and richer flavors of strawberry and underripe banana.",Rosé des Karantes,14,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,La Clape,,Château des Karantes 2010 Rosé des Karantes Rosé (La Clape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-karantes-2010-rose-clape/,Rosé,2010,Château des Karantes 12.5,White,US,"Delicate orange peel and marmalade scents intensify on the palate with deeply concentrated citrus and crushed-stone notes on this dry, medium-bodied Chardonnay. Zesty acidity and a delicious lime pith flavor linger on the finish.",Social Club White,14,87,New York,New York Other,New York,Brooklyn Oenology 2009 Social Club White Chardonnay (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brooklyn-oenology-2009-social-club-white-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Brooklyn Oenology 14.4,White,US,"The blend is 50-50 Viognier and Roussanne, sourced from Gamache Vineyards. Scents and flavors suggest orange candy, with a slightly grainy, baby aspirin quality. Lemony and forward; a good quaffer.",Liquidity White,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Market Vineyards 2010 Liquidity White White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/market-2010-liquidity-white-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Market Vineyards 14.5,Red,Australia,"The 2009 Thomas Hyland Cabernet shows classic Penfolds styling in its robust mouthfeel and assertive flavors. Cherry, mocha and cedar notes turn a bit tart on the finish; drink now and over the next few years.",Thomas Hyland,15,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2009 Thomas Hyland Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2009-thomas-hyland-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Penfolds 8,Sparkling,Australia,"A pleasant, sweet little sipper, with more richness than many Australian Moscatos, balanced through a slight touch of bitterness on the finish. Orange and spice notes are joined by just a faint hint of berry fruit.",Emeri Pink Moscato,13,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli NV Emeri Pink Moscato Sparkling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-bortoli-nv-emeri-pink-moscato-sparkling-south-eastern-australia-139615/,Sparkling Blend,,De Bortoli 8,Sparkling,Australia,"Pale straw with a touch of green to its hue, this is a soft, easygoing Moscato redolent of oranges and pineapples. Finishes fresh and clean despite considerable sweetness.",Emeri Moscato,13,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli NV Emeri Moscato Sparkling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-bortoli-nv-emeri-moscato-sparkling-south-eastern-australia-139616/,Sparkling Blend,,De Bortoli 13,Red,Spain,"Earthy, baked, raisiny aromas convey ripeness and sweetness. The palate is medium in body and intensity, with juicy acidity propping up lightly leafy and herbal berry and plum flavors. Has good length and feel, with tomato and herbs on the finish.",Old Vines Gran Reserva,20,86,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Bodegas Navarro López 2005 Old Vines Gran Reserva Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2005-old-vines-gran-reserva-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,2005,Bodegas Navarro López 13,White,US,"A subtle Sémillon that would make for a delightful apéritif or pair expertly with seafood, its crème brûlée and citrus—mostly grapefruit and lime—go easy on the tongue.",Randle Hill Vineyard,20,87,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Yorkville Cellars 2010 Randle Hill Vineyard Sémillon (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-2010-randle-hill-vineyard-semillon-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Sémillon,2010,Yorkville Cellars 13.5,White,Australia,"Round and lush, with boldly oaky notes of caramelized nuts and vanilla accenting tropical fruit. Drink now.",Reserve,12,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yellow Tail 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-2009-reserve-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2009,Yellow Tail 14.8,Red,US,"Quite a good Zinfandel, although it does show some of the weaknesses that strike this vineyard in a cool year. You'll find a smooth, full-bodied wine, with ample tannins and fine berry-cherry fruit and spices. Yet it's curiously ambiguous in the mouth, and the concentration falls apart midpalate.",Forchini Vineyard North Flats,50,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2009 Forchini Vineyard North Flats Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2009-forchini-vineyard-north-flats-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Williams Selyem 14.5,Red,US,"Although there's only 25% new oak on this wine, it's dominated in youth by caramel and buttered toast aromas and flavors. That makes it awkward, despite ripe, forward cherry and raspberry fruit. Might calm down after a few years.",Perli Vineyard,42,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Cartograph 2009 Perli Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartograph-2009-perli-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cartograph 13.5,White,Portugal,"A ripe, perfumed wine. It is packed with pineapple and kiwi fruits, a pure delicious streak of acidity cutting through the exotic flavors. Drink now.",,12,87,Tejo,,,Quinta da Alorna 2010 Verdelho (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2010-spanish-white-verdelho-tejo/,Verdelho,2010,Quinta da Alorna 13.8,White,US,"Slightly spritzy, with lime green and lemon yellow fruits in abundance. A slight hint of vitamin pill. Overall fresh and light, with clean fruit and engaging acidity.",Estate Grown,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),StoneCap 2010 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecap-2010-estate-grown-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2010,StoneCap 14.8,Red,US,"Finished in French oak, the Magnifique bottling from Walter Dacon seems a bit plain, almost generic in this vintage. Red fruit, noticeably high alcohol (14.8%) that you can taste, and tongue-scraping astringency suggest that this may need significantly more bottle age to pull itself together.",C'est Syrah Magnifique,42,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walter Dacon 2008 C'est Syrah Magnifique Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walter-dacon-2008-cest-syrah-magnifique-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Walter Dacon 15,Red,US,"The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. The wine tastes a bit rustic, with hard tannins framing blackberry, sandalwood and spice flavors. But it's dry and wonderfully tannic, if hot in alcohol. Drink over the next year or two.",,35,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Treana 2009 Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/treana-2009-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2009,Treana ,Red,Italy,"Toasted oak notes of roasted almond and espresso bean appear behind fresher aromas of cherry and wild strawberry. There's a strongly floral element that recalls pressed rose petals and the wine's tannins are soft and round, although the finish is not that long.",Ai Confini del Bosco,,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Mulini di Segalari 2007 Ai Confini del Bosco (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulini-segalari-2007-ai-confini-bosco-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2007,Mulini di Segalari 14.2,White,US,"This particular bottling by the fine Patz & Hall winery often seems too ripe and oaky. The '09 exhibits these issues. It's fantastically rich in tangerine, apricot, pear and peach flavors, and while the new oak is only 40%, it dominates for some reason in the form of sweet butterscotch and vanilla cream. Delicious and impressive, but lacks subtlety in favor of power.",Zio Tony Ranch,60,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Patz & Hall 2009 Zio Tony Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2009-zio-tony-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Patz & Hall 14,Red,Italy,"Birillo is a soft but straightforward red wine from southern Tuscany that would pair with roast chicken or stuffed turkey. It shows savory aromas of ripe fruit, cured meat, smoked beef and root beer.",Birillo,,87,Tuscany,Maremma,,Marsiliana 2006 Birillo (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marsiliana-2006-birillo-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2006,Marsiliana 15,Red,Australia,"Some herbal or alfalfa-like notes suggest a degree of uneven ripeness, but the predominant flavors are of black cherries. It's round, soft and silky in the mouth, making it a Shiraz to drink over the next year or so.",,13,87,South Australia,Barossa,,Nine Stones 2009 Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nine-stones-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2009,Nine Stones 14,Red,Chile,"Earthy berry and light oak aromas are a nice greeting. Feels full and balanced, with a solid texture and lively acidity. Flavors of lightly herbal and oaky plum and blackberry are good, and on the finish there's a note of olive, chocolate and wood dust.",,12,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2010 Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2010-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2010,Montes 13,White,Australia,"From the folks at Thorne Clarke, this is a fine counterpart to their good-value red wines. This medium-bodied Chardonnay boasts a silky texture that easily carries the simple citrus and crushed-stone notes. Drink now.",,12,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Milton Park 2010 Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milton-park-2010-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2010,Milton Park 13,White,US,Luscious cream and butter notes are balanced by a bright orange-lemon acidity on this opulent Hudson River Chardonnay. Ripe honeydew lingers sweetly on the palate before ending on a slightly saline note.,Proprietor's Special Reserve,20,87,New York,New York Other,Hudson River Region,Millbrook 2009 Proprietor's Special Reserve Chardonnay (Hudson River Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millbrook-2009-proprietors-special-reserve-chardonnay-other-hudson-river-region/,Chardonnay,2009,Millbrook 13,Red,US,Fragrant black cherries with shadings of damp humus and cedar are impeccably juicy and fresh on the palate. Wispy tannins and bright acidity make this Hudson River Cab Franc easy-drinking yet smartly structured.,Proprietor's Special Reserve,29,87,New York,New York Other,Hudson River Region,Millbrook 2007 Proprietor's Special Reserve Cabernet Franc (Hudson River Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millbrook-2007-proprietors-special-reserve-cabernet-franc-other-hudson-river-region/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Millbrook 13,White,US,"Casa Larga's American Oak is lusciously creamy with sweet butter and salted caramel notes, but subtle enough to allow a host of pretty orange blossom and lemon flavors to shine through. Finishes on a freshly baked brioche note.",Estate Grown American Oak,20,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Casa Larga 2008 Estate Grown American Oak Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-larga-2008-estate-grown-american-oak-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Casa Larga 14,Red,Italy,"There's a raw, fresh cherry element to the bouquet that is framed by white almond and pressed violets. The wine presents a thin, compact mouthfeel with Sangiovese's characteristic freshness on the close.",,,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Canonica a Cerreto 2008 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canonica-a-cerreto-2008-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Canonica a Cerreto 12.5,Red,France,"Attractive fruity wine, its acidity leading to ripe red berry fruits and soft tannins. It is deliciously fresh, with stalky black currant and herbs throughout.",Turgot des Graves,35,86,Bordeaux,Graves,,De Mour 2009 Turgot des Graves (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mour-2009-turgot-graves-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,De Mour 13.5,Red,France,"The wine is soft, rounded, showing attractive perfumes with spice, blackberry and sweet plum fruits. That gives it a rich feel while preserving structure and dry tannins.",Fortin Plaisance,25,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Cheval Quancard 2009 Fortin Plaisance (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheval-quancard-2009-fortin-plaisance-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Cheval Quancard 15,Red,Portugal,"Intensely dark colored wine, perfumed, rich and opulent. Its richness overwhelms giving super juiciness as well as powerful spice and dark tannins. There is a serious alcohol burn at the end.",Senses,,86,Alentejano,,,Adega Cooperativa de Borba 2009 Senses Touriga Nacional (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-borba-2009-senses-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-alentejano/,Touriga Nacional,2009,Adega Cooperativa de Borba 14.2,Red,US,"This Sangiovese is soft and gentle, with a roly-poly, slky texture. It's a little sugary-sweet in cherry pie filling flavors, with a kick of pepper.",Alegría Vineyards,28,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2008 Alegría Vineyards Sangiovese (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2008-alegria-sangiovese-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sangiovese,2008,Acorn 14,Red,Spain,"Baked and earthy on the opening, with meaty, spiced aromas that settle on roasted and heavy. Feels mostly healthy, with vanilla and dill flavors leading the way for roasted berry and oak spice. Finishes juicy but drawn down.",Elaboración Especial Tempranillo,18,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Beronia 2008 Elaboración Especial Tempranillo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beronia-2008-elaboracion-especial-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Beronia 13,Red,France,An attractive wine with black currant fruit. It walks a tight balance between fresh fruit and dry structure. Just right for the red meats in its name.,The Pairing Collection Chops & Burgers,10,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Barton & Guestier 2010 The Pairing Collection Chops & Burgers (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2010-pairing-collection-chops-burgers-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Barton & Guestier 9,Sparkling,Australia,"Soft and sweet, this is a pale flamingo-pink Moscato, filled with suggestions of tropical fruit, berries and spice. Fresh and clean on the finish.",Sparkling Moscato Rosé,13,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek NV Sparkling Moscato Rosé Moscato (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-nv-sparkling-moscato-rose-muscat-moscato-south-eastern/,Moscato,,Jacob's Creek 13.5,Red,Spain,"Smoky and spicy on the nose, with lightly raisined berry fruit aromas. Feels compact and solid, with plum, prune, chocolate and toasty flavors, and just enough acidity to maintain balance and length on the finish. Good Rioja for $10.",Antaño Crianza,10,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,J. Garcia Carrion 2008 Antaño Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-garcia-carrion-2008-antano-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,J. Garcia Carrion 13.5,Red,Italy,"Granducato is a brand made by the Consorzio Agrario di Siena and this wine opens with ripe aromas of blackberry preserves and raspberry jelly. There's a touch of cured meat as well, and the wine shows a tight, streamlined feel in the mouth.",Riserva,,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Granducato 2006 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granducato-2006-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Granducato 13,Red,France,"With 5,000 cases imported, this red Corbières is a great everyday wine. Attractive aromas and flavors of ripe raspberry and strawberry are jazzed up with sweet spice and soft floral hints. A bit straightforward, but balanced, lively and fresh. Drink now.",Rouge,11,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Les Deux Rives 2009 Rouge Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deux-rives-2009-rouge-red-corbieres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Les Deux Rives 13.9,Red,US,"Cherry fruit with candy highlights quickly fills your mouth. Washington Merlot is often more substantial in this price range than competing wine regions. Nonetheless, this is a lightly herbal effort, with a slightly metallic finish.",,8,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Hogue 13.5,White,Australia,"Light to medium in body, with a fine, silky texture, this is a solid value Chardonnay. Modest apple and citrus flavors persist on the finish. Drink now.",Morse Code,9,86,South Australia,Padthaway,,Henry's Drive Vignerons 2010 Morse Code Chardonnay (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henrys-drive-vignerons-2010-morse-code-chardonnay-padthaway/,Chardonnay,2010,Henry's Drive Vignerons 13.3,White,US,"Toast and smoke linger over fresh apple pie and apple blossom notes on this deeply concentrated Chardonnay. There's a lot of oak-derived vanilla and butterscotch, but the pure fruit palate is persistent.",,13,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lakewood 2009 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lakewood-2009-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2009,Lakewood 11,White,US,"Impeccably dry with a brisk, sprightly character, this lime-inflected Riesling is elegant on the palate with a wet-stone minerality and hints of smoke and pressed apples on the finish.",Dry,13,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Wagner 13,White,US,"Pretty good for the the price. It's bone dry and zesty in acidity, with mouthwatering flavors of oranges, lemons and limes, finished with a touch of vanilla and white pepper.",Unchained Naked,10,86,California,California Other,California,Big House 2010 Unchained Naked Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-house-2010-unchained-naked-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Big House 13.5,Red,France,"Stalky black currant fruit dominates this wood-aged wine. The black fruits are fresh, although with a stern structure of Cabernet Sauvignon. It need a year to develop.",,18,86,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Lacombe Noaillac 2010 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lacombe-noaillac-2010-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lacombe Noaillac 13,Red,France,"From what used to be known as the Premières Côtes de Bordeaux, this Merlot-dominated wine offers soft fruits laced with acidity and gentle tannins. It is not a wine for aging.",,20,86,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Paillet-Quancard 2008 Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-paillet-quancard-2008-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château de Paillet-Quancard 14,Red,Chile,"A generic wine with berry and cassis flavors but not much in the way of complexity. Feels rough and rubbery, with grabby tannins in front of herbal berry and plum flavors. Finishes herbal as well, with some heat and burn to boot. Contains 10% each Carmenère and Petit Verdot.",,14,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Calcu 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcu-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Calcu 13.5,Red,Italy,"Easy-drinking, fresh and informal, this bright Rosso di Montepulciano would pair perfectly with wild mushroom risotto or potato gnocchi. There's tight acidity, backed by cherry and raspberry.",,15,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Poliziano 2008 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poliziano-2008-sangiovese-rosso-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2008,Poliziano 14.5,Red,Spain,"Generic berry and plum aromas come with sweet vanilla notes and a briney pinch. The wine feels fresh but clacky, with juicy acids giving drive to standard dark cherry and berry flavors. Peppery and lightly oaked on the finish.",Urban Ribera,14,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,O. Fournier 2009 Urban Ribera (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2009-urban-ribera-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2009,O. Fournier 14.1,Red,US,"Tastes jammy all the way through, with raspberry and cherry flavors that start and end sweet and sugary. The problem isn't the ripeness, it's the balance and control throughout the palate experience. This Pinot Noir should finish dry but doesn't, which makes it disappointing, especially at this price.",Winemaker's Reserve Peters Vineyard,48,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kokomo 2009 Winemaker's Reserve Peters Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2009-winemakers-reserve-peters-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kokomo 13,Rose,France,"A vibrant pink hue in the glass, this rosé has nice ripe fruit aromas of wild strawberry and fresh cherry that follow through to the juicy, red fruit-dominating mouth. Round and full, the rich mouth could use a bit more cut.",,14,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes,,Le Cirque 2010 Rosé (Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cirque-2010-rose-vin-pays-cotes-catalanes/,Rosé,2010,Le Cirque 12.8,Red,Chile,"Fresh and colorful, with black cherry, cassis, sweet oak and coffee aromas. Feels big and grabby, with big tannins supporting blackberry and olive flavors. Sort of a rough ride but generous with the baked flavors and fruit content.",Casa,12,86,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2010 Casa Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2010-casa-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2010,Lapostolle 13,White,Chile,"Chunky on the bouquet, with soft apple and melony aromas. Feels fleshy, round and a bit chunky, with white pepper, fresh-picked asparagus and melony flavors. Feels just tangy enough on the finish. Well made for under $10.",,9,86,Central Valley,,,San Elias 2011 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-elias-2011-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,San Elias 13.5,White,US,"Almost too green and minty, but stops just short of unripeness to give a tantalizing gooseberry edge to the lemon, lime and grapefruit flavors. Dry and elegantly structured, it's a fine wine to drink with ethnic fare ranging from Mexican to Vietnamese and Middle Eastern.",Vintner's Collection,13,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2010 Vintner's Collection Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2010-vintners-collection-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Sterling 14,Red,Chile,"Dark on the nose, with peppery spice, mocha, basil and secondary berry aromas. Shows power and density in the mouth, with burnt, blackened flavors of blackberry, plum and pepper. Even more peppery on the finish. More black and dark than typically herbal and spicy.",La Joya Reserve,11,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2010 La Joya Reserve Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2010-joya-reserve-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Viña Bisquertt 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a ripe and straightforward Tuscan red that shows plum aromas of black cherry, blackberry and spice. Leather and tobacco fill in the background and lend a smooth sensation in the mouth.",San Bartolomeo,,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Toscana,,Vallorsi 2004 San Bartolomeo Red (Rosso di Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallorsi-2004-san-bartolomeo-red-rosso-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Vallorsi 13.5,White,Chile,"Wet and citrusy smelling, with a touch of toasty oak. Good and medium-bodied on the palate, with decent acidity and balance. Tastes like spiced apple and melon, with vanilla and mild woodspice on the finish. Well done for under $10.",,9,86,Curicó Valley,,,Tololo 2011 Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tololo-2011-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Tololo 14,Red,Chile,"Opens with an aromatic blast of graphite, peppery spice and rubber along with meaty black-fruit scents. Feels round and a bit wayward, with middling fruit, peppery accents and moderate sweetness. Finishes heavy and condensed, with jamminess.",Reserva,12,86,Elqui Valley,,,Chono 2009 Reserva Syrah (Elqui Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chono-2009-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-elqui-valley/,Syrah,2009,Chono 13,White,US,"An interesting wine by virtue of its oddball variety and the way it feels in the mouth. It's bone dry and quite high in acidity, giving it an ultra-clean mouthfeel framing citrus and mineral flavors that are a bit vegetal. Needs stimulating food, especially umami-dominated.",,22,86,California,Napa,Calistoga,Coquerel Family Wine Estates 2010 Verdelho (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquerel-family-wine-estates-2010-spanish-white-verdelho-napa-calistoga/,Verdelho,2010,Coquerel Family Wine Estates 14,White,Chile,"Airy and light on the nose, with citrus and tropical fruit aromas. Feels juicy, high in acidity and pointed, with tangy citrus flavors, particularly lime and lemon. Finishes tight, pithy and ultimately a touch bitter.",Los Vascos,14,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2011 Los Vascos Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2011-los-vascos-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 13.5,Red,Italy,"This easy, ruby-red wine displays fresh berry flavors and a light, crisp mouthfeel. Pair this no-fuss wine with homemade pasta sauce or potato gnocchi and cheese.",,,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Dievole 2009 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dievole-2009-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2009,Dievole 13,Rose,France,"This is a very easygoing and drinkable rosé, with faint aromas and flavors of strawberry hull, ripe white cranberry and a touch of hard peach flesh. Overall, it's balanced and approachable, but also very light; pair with lighter fare.",Gris Blanc,15,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,Gérard Bertrand 2010 Gris Blanc Rosé (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2010-gris-blanc-rose-pays-doc/,Rosé,2010,Gérard Bertrand 12.5,White,Portugal,"A soft apple-tinged wine, with bright acidity that cuts right through. The wine is rounded, with just enough crispness. Ready to drink.",Conde de Vimioso Colheita Seleccionada,9,86,Tejo,,,Falua 2010 Conde de Vimioso Colheita Seleccionada White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2010-conde-vimioso-colheita-seleccionada-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2010,Falua 13,White,Australia,"This pleasant, medium-bodied blend of 70% Sauvignon Blanc and 30% Semillon features ample flavors of passion fruit and pink grapefruit. It's not complex, but over the next year or so it will wash down seafood just fine.",Hazard Hill,13,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2010 Hazard Hill Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2010-hazard-hill-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-western/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2010,Plantagenet 12.5,White,Spain,"Fresh and easy to like. Smells clean and open, with peach and other white fruit aromas. You name the white or citrus fruit, and it's here: pineapple, grapefruit, mango and lime. Hits both the sweet and citrusy bases.",Valiñas,14,86,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Ramón Bilbao 2010 Valiñas Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramon-bilbao-2010-valinas-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Ramón Bilbao 14,Red,Chile,"Dark and a touch baked, with blackberry and spice aromas along with carob and creamy oak. Feels solid, saturated and healthy, with weight and herbal dark-berry flavors. Warm and scratchy on the finish, with length and depth.",Reserva,12,86,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2010 Reserva Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2010-reserva-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Santa Carolina ,Red,Italy,"With Sangiovese at its base, this Bolgheri blend opens with a dark, garnet color and overripe aromas of strawberry, candied fruit and spice. It's slightly disjointed, with medium intensity and staying power.",,35,86,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Greppi Cupi 2009 Bolgheri,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greppi-cupi-2009-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Greppi Cupi 13,Red,Spain,"Aromas of pencil lead, rubber and spice accent distant red fruit notes. The palate is none too deep, with dilution and bracing acidity. Tastes perky and lightly leafy, with cherry, raspberry, dry spice and finally buttery oak. Whispy but hollow for an '06 reserva.",Reserva,19,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Castillo Clavijo 2006 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-clavijo-2006-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Castillo Clavijo 13.5,Red,US,"A good, classic California Zin, dry, medium-bodied and briary, filled with spicy tobacco, wild cherry and pepper flavors. It's a lot of fun, at a great price. Perfect with barbecue, beef stew, beef tacos, roast pork, chicken cacciatore.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,McManis 2010 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2010-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2010,McManis 13.5,Red,US,"Nothing like an Argentine Malbec, but not a bad wine. It's marked by high acidity that gives it a real bite, and exceptional dryness. Yet there's a good core of blackberry fruit. A rich steak will tease out the sweetness.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,McManis 2010 Malbec (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2010-malbec-other/,Malbec,2010,McManis 13.5,Red,US,"Firm and tannic, this estate-grown Cabernet matches its dark fruit with a wash of vanilla and fresh tobacco. Though not as accessible as its companion reds, it has every prospect of improving over the next few years, and would be a fine match to a grilled burger.",Estate Grown,8,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),StoneCap 2010 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecap-2010-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,StoneCap 14,Red,Chile,"Sweet aromas of wet clay and latex give way to spicecake and standard berry and cassis. Feels layered and round, with good density and balance to go with berry, cassis and mild herbal flavors. Holds steady on the finish. A regular but solid Cab for everyday purposes.",,11,86,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Cousiño-Macul 14,Red,Portugal,"Rough around the edges, this is a wine with some barnyard flavors as well as red berry fruits. It is soft, the tannins surrounded by juiciness.",,,86,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2009 Trincadeira (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2009-portuguese-red-trincadeira-alentejano/,Trincadeira,2009,Cortes de Cima 13,Red,France,"Soft red fruits, with tannins that give a firm core. The wine is pierced through with acidity, touched with strawberry jam. In keeping with the vintage, the wine is light, acidity surging on the finish.",,,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Côtes de Francs,,Château Franc-Cardinal 2007 Bordeaux Côtes de Francs,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-franc-cardinal-2007-red-cotes-francs/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Franc-Cardinal 12.5,White,France,"Dominated by grapefruit and pineapple flavors, this is very fresh and herbaceous. The wine is crisp and clean, with acidity at the end. Drink over the next year.",,15,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Lauretan 2010 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lauretan-2010-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Lauretan 14.5,Red,Portugal,"The entry-level wine of Quinta do Crasto, this is soft, fruity, full of blackberries and sweetness. There is a smooth feel to it, with some wood but more just enjoyable juicy fruit.",Crasto,16,86,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 2009 Crasto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-2009-crasto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta do Crasto 12,White,US,"While exuberantly floral—almost soapy—on the nose, this dry, full-bodied Traminette is surprisingly elegant on the palate with crisp, fresh apple flavors accented with soft Meyer lemon acidity and a blossomy jasmine tea note on the finish.",,16,86,New York,New York Other,New York,Whitecliff Vineyard 2010 Traminette (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitecliff-vineyard-2010-other-white-traminette-other/,Traminette,2010,Whitecliff Vineyard 12,Red,US,"Quite saturated with ripe red raspberry and cherry flavors, this is a soft, lush Cab Franc with hints of burnt sugar and caramel. A layer of feathery tannins adds a bit of grip and character on the finish.",,17,86,New York,New York Other,New York,Hudson-Chatham 2010 Cabernet Franc (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hudson-chatham-2010-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Hudson-Chatham 12,Red,US,"Scents of fall foliage are prominent against a backdrop of black cherries and plums on this pan-New York blend of Hudson Valley Baco Noir, Finger Lakes Cab Franc and Long Island Merlot. Densely concentrated on the palate with sultry, ripe black fruit, it has an elegantly herbaceous finish.",Empire Reserve,22,86,New York,New York Other,New York,Hudson-Chatham 2008 Empire Reserve Red (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hudson-chatham-2008-empire-reserve-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Hudson-Chatham 14.5,Red,Italy,"Querciaviglia is a rustic, raw wine with plenty of concentration and ripe aromas of blackberry pie and savory spice. There's a hint of cured beef as well as leather, pipe tobacco and teriyaki sauce.",Querciaviglia,,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Gualandi 2004 Querciaviglia Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gualandi-2004-querciaviglia-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Gualandi 13,White,Chile,"If you want a crisp and clear Chardonnay, then you can do much worse than this cutting, fresh wine. Starts out with neutral pear and apple aromas, which are backed by pithy green melon and nectarine flavors. Fresh on the finish, with juicy acidity. Very straightforward.",Unwooded,9,86,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2011 Unwooded Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2011-unwooded-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2011,Echeverria 13.5,Red,Spain,"Generic and rose-like on the nose, with a hint of raspberry. The mouthfeel is pure, fresh and easy, with proper acidity pushing raspberry, plum and buttery oak flavor. Feels juicy and scouring on the finish, with length and freshness.",Signa,11,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de la Concordia 2009 Signa (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-concordia-2009-signa-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Marqués de la Concordia 13.5,Red,Chile,"After an opening that's varietally intense, meaning there's a lot of green herbs, olive and carob on the nose, things turn more fruity and fresh. The feel is racy, a bit high in acidity and superficial, with herbal blackberry, olive and chocolate flavors. Young and lively.",Armador,12,86,Maipo Valley,,,Odfjell 2010 Armador Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2010-armador-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Odfjell 13.5,Red,Chile,"Inky and narrow on the nose, with jammy red fruit aromas. Has a downward momentum in the mouth, so the body collapses as it delivers stationary, sweet berry flavors. Packs power and weight but doesn't exceed the basics.",,14,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Calcu 2008 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcu-2008-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Calcu 13,White,US,"Supple and round with lusciously forward honeydew and apple flavors, Casa Larga's French Oak Chardonnay balances layers of fruit and white florals with a dusty, dried herb and fresh-cut wood character. Dry in style but generously composed.",Estate Grown French Oak,20,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Casa Larga 2008 Estate Grown French Oak Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-larga-2008-estate-grown-french-oak-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Casa Larga 14,Red,Chile,"Crusty and dusty smelling, with dark berry, plum and herbal aromas. Feels edgy and rubbery, then tastes like a mix of herbal black plum, dark cherry and oak dust. Finishes fiery, with peppery flavors and leftover oak.",Secreto,14,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2010 Secreto Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2010-secreto-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Viu Manent 13.8,White,US,"A little too sweet for comfort, with jammy orange, apricot and lime flavors. Brisk acidity and a savory minerality help restore balance, but the score would be higher if the finish were drier.",,22,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Zina Hyde Cunningham 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zina-hyde-cunningham-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Zina Hyde Cunningham 15,Red,US,"True to its name, this is the kind of wine that'll shake you up good, with burnt caramel and vanilla weaved between gobs of black cherry jam, bacon bits, coffee and dark chocolate. Big and chewy, this might be just the wine for the cigar lover in your life.",,26,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Earthquake 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/earthquake-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Earthquake 15,Red,Chile,"Generally clean raspberry aromas carry a note of spice and pine. There's oaky weight to the palate, which tastes toasty and on the dark side. The wine features a resiny grip and some grab, and it's chocolaty on the finish.",Hacienda Araucano Reserva,13,86,Central Valley,,,François Lurton 2010 Hacienda Araucano Reserva Pinot Noir (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2010-hacienda-araucano-reserva-pinot-noir-central-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,François Lurton 12,Red,US,"Delightful rose and violet perfume mingles with ripe plums and cherries on this lavish Hudson Valley Baco Noir. On the palate, penetrating fruit is balanced with brisk acidity and a lean, elegant profile. Finishes with just a hint of green leaves.",Old Vines Masson Place Vineyard Pulteney Farm,22,86,New York,New York Other,New York,Hudson-Chatham 2010 Old Vines Masson Place Vineyard Pulteney Farm Baco Noir (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hudson-chatham-2010-old-vines-masson-place-vineyard-pulteney-farm-other-red-baco-noir-other/,Baco Noir,2010,Hudson-Chatham 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Dark, burly wine, rich with dusty tannins and plump black plum fruits. The texture is soft, Porty in its sweetness, although the acidity retains freshness. With its juicy aftertaste, the wine could age for 1–2 years.",Templários Colheita Seleccionada,20,86,Tejo,,,Quinta do Cavalinho 2009 Templários Colheita Seleccionada Touriga Nacional (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-cavalinho-2009-templarios-colheita-seleccionada-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-tejo/,Touriga Nacional,2009,Quinta do Cavalinho 13,Red,US,"There's a decadent spray of rose perfume that lingers from start to finish on this soft, pretty Cab Franc. Light in body with sheer black cherry flavors, it's fresh and quaffable with a dusting of fine, furry tannins on the finish.",,20,86,New York,New York Other,Hudson River Region,Millbrook 2008 Cabernet Franc (Hudson River Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millbrook-2008-cabernet-franc-other-hudson-river-region/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Millbrook 13,White,Chile,"Chunky aromas of apple and citrus are regular and mellow. Has a more fleshy feel than many Chilean SBs, with apple and grapefruit flavors in front of a round, pithy, mildly bitter finish. Just juicy enough; contains 15% Carmenère for added body.",,10,86,Central Valley,,,oops 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oops-2011-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,oops 13.5,Red,Spain,"Red fruit, cassis and sweet rubbery notes define the ripe bouquet. Feels medium to full in size, with leafy flavors mixed with plum, vanilla and oak. Red fruits including strawberry and raspberry work the mildly oaky finish.",Crianza,10,86,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Condesa de Leganza 2005 Crianza Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condesa-leganza-2005-crianza-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2005,Condesa de Leganza 13,Rose,France,"This rosé, a blend of Cinsault and Syrah, is a rather low-intensity offering with minor notes of red cherry and berry fruit accented by a white chocolate creaminess in the mouth. A versatile food wine with medium weight and an overall easiness.",,12,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Domaine Sainte-Eugénie 2010 Rosé (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sainte-eugenie-2010-rose-corbieres/,Rosé,2010,Domaine Sainte-Eugénie 14.3,Red,US,"Marked by zingy acidity, this Malbec shows Cabernet-like black currant flavors and strong, rich tannins. Bone dry, it needs a good steak to punch through the astringency.",Red Cedar Vineyard,35,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clayhouse 2009 Red Cedar Vineyard Malbec (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2009-red-cedar-vineyard-malbec-central-coast-paso-robles/,Malbec,2009,Clayhouse 12.8,White,US,"Orange blossoms and toasted brioche tempt on the nose of this elegantly oaked Chardonnay. The palate is concentrated with pristine melon and floral flavors, and just a hint of dusty minerality in the backdrop.",Reserve Barrel Fermented,17,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Treleaven 2009 Reserve Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/treleaven-2009-reserve-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Chardonnay,2009,Treleaven 12,Sparkling,France,"Delicate notes of wood-grilled apples, walnut skin and lightly toasted brioche take center stage on this sparkler. Balanced and creamy in the mouth, with a nice streak of ruby red grapefruit pith unfolding on the clean finish.",Toques et Clochers Brut,20,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Crémant de Limoux,,Sieur d'Arques 2007 Toques et Clochers Brut Sparkling (Crémant de Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sieur-darques-2007-toques-clochers-brut-sparkling-cremant-limoux/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Sieur d'Arques 14,Red,Chile,"Opens with grassy, slightly burnt aromas that later yield to hickory smoke and herbal berry fruit. Feels fresh but prickly, with grabby acidity setting up flavors of herbs, olive, woodspice and red berries. Finishes fresh and minty.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,12,86,Central Valley,,,San Pedro 2009 Castillo de Molina Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2009-castillo-molina-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,San Pedro 12.5,Red,France,"A wine with light tannins and juicy red fruits. Though the acidity is prominent, it has a soft texture and attractive strawberry fruit flavors. Not for aging.",Duc de Rochebois,15,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,De Mour 2009 Duc de Rochebois (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mour-2009-duc-rochebois-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,De Mour 12,White,France,White currants and grapefruit dominate this wine. It could be drunk now but will certainly improve for the next two years when the fruit will be more in balance and the acidity better integrated.,,19,85,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Duc d'Arnauton 2010 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-duc-darnauton-2010-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Duc d'Arnauton 12.5,Red,France,"With much of the freshness of 2006 now evolved into more mature flavors, this balanced if somewhat stalky wine has fine perfumed black currant fruit flavors, with a firm core of tannins and wood aging.",Cuvée la Fleur Tabenot,20,85,Bordeaux,Côtes de Castillon,,Château Hyot 2006 Cuvée la Fleur Tabenot (Côtes de Castillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hyot-2006-cuvee-fleur-tabenot-red-cotes-castillon/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Hyot 14.5,Red,France,"There's a strong funkiness to this wine, which can be called barnyard or even bordering on Band-Aid, that almost overwhelms the nose and mouth. Black plum and berry flavors struggle for dominance, while spicy oak controls the close.",Rouge,15,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon,,Walden 2008 Rouge Red (Côtes du Roussillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walden-2008-rouge-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Walden 12.5,White,France,"A soft wine, with some herbal, pear and kiwi flavors. It has just an edge of sweetness that gives it a soft aftertaste. For drinking now.",,13,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Jean-Michel Cazes 2010 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-michel-cazes-2010-sauvignon-blanc-blanc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Jean-Michel Cazes 14,Red,Chile,"Sweet and herbal smelling, then firm and tight in the mouth, with clampy tannins and generic, dark flavors of black plum and berry. Feels a little reduced and heavy on the finish.",,11,84,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2010 Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2010-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2010,Cousiño-Macul 13,Red,Italy,"This 80-20 blend of Sangiovese and Syrah from coastal Tuscany opens with bright fruit, a somewhat lean texture and delivers lively berry notes of wild strawberry and white cherry. A good value, the wine would pair well with pizza or pasta.",Bacco in Toscana,10,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Podere Guado al Melo 2008 Bacco in Toscana Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-guado-al-melo-2008-bacco-in-toscana-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Podere Guado al Melo 13.5,Red,Chile,"Opens with sweet milk chocolate and candied aromas that don't seem totally natural. Feels drawn down, with standard red berry flavors that get lost rather quickly. Finishes juicy and forward, with acidity balancing off some leftover oak.",,9,84,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Echeverria 13.9,Red,US,"What you see is what you get, a simple, affordable Cabernet, with decent berry, spice and oak flavors. It's dry and balanced.",Lot 10,10,84,California,California Other,California,Grayson 2010 Lot 10 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2010-lot-10-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Grayson 14.5,Red,US,"Dry, acidic and austere, with cherry and tobacco flavors that finish thin and bitter. Not showing much on its own, but try with salty, rich beef and pork tapas dishes.",Red Cedar Vineyard,35,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clayhouse 2009 Red Cedar Vineyard Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2009-red-cedar-vineyard-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2009,Clayhouse 13.5,Red,France,"A roasted coffee bean accent graces the finish of this balanced wine, otherwise dominated by notes of brambly berry, black currant leaf and soft gaminess. Medium weight with dusty tannins and a solid finish. Drink now.",Millésime,11,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Château Lamy 2009 Millésime Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamy-2009-millesime-red-corbieres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château Lamy 13.5,Rose,France,"Made from 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah, this light and balanced rosé shows notes of ripe cranberry, red cherry skin and small red berries all laced with a soft spice accent that lingers on the close. With 110 cases imported, snag what's left of this value selection and drink it now.",La Tradition,8,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château Cabezac 2010 La Tradition Rosé (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabezac-2010-tradition-rose-minervois/,Rosé,2010,Château Cabezac 14.2,Red,US,"At the moment the pleasant fruit seems completely overmatched by the heavily charred, smoky barrel flavors. Even after substantial breathing time the fruit failed to fill out, and the finish turned a bit watery and slightly bitter.",Francisca's Vineyard Princess,52,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Bergevin Lane 2008 Francisca's Vineyard Princess Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergevin-lane-2008-franciscas-vineyard-princess-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Bergevin Lane 13,White,US,"Made from equal parts Grenache Blanc and Viognier, this wine shows tangerine jam, lime, honeysuckle and vanilla flavors, brightened with brisk acidity. It's dry, with refreshingly low alcohol. A good white wine to drink now with a wide variety of foods.",Red Cedar Vineyard Cuvée Blanc,23,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clayhouse 2010 Red Cedar Vineyard Cuvée Blanc White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2010-red-cedar-vineyard-cuvee-blanc-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Clayhouse 14.2,Red,US,"Too sharp in texture, with a cut of acidity that emphasizes the white pepper, and seems to bring out some greenness. Other than that, you'll find a smoothly tannic wine, with blackberry and currant fruit.",Axiom Alegría Vineyards,33,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2008 Axiom Alegría Vineyards Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2008-axiom-alegria-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2008,Acorn 15,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend with a Right Bank inclination, this offers forward fruit aromas and flavors of bright, candied cherry. A puckery, peppery finish comes up quickly. Some 2007 Washington reds seem to be entering a dumb phase; this may need some extra bottle age to open up again.",domenica,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DiStefano 2007 domenica Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/distefano-2007-domenica-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,DiStefano 8,Rose,Australia,"Light and frothy, with perfumed notes of tangerine, spice and a mere hint of strawberry. Falls off a bit on the finish, but still represents a good value in dessert-style bubbles.",DB Family Selection Pink,9,85,New South Wales,New South Wales,,De Bortoli 2011 DB Family Selection Pink Moscato (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2011-db-family-selection-pink-muscat-moscato-new-south-wales/,Moscato,2011,De Bortoli 12.5,Red,Spain,"After wading through some burn and heat on the nose, things settle on basic red fruit. The feel is fresh and zesty, while flavors of plum and berry are about as average and normal as they come. Feels racy, slick and quick on the finish.",,10,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Castillo Clavijo NV Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-clavijo-nv-rioja-139636/,Tempranillo,,Castillo Clavijo 12.5,Red,Portugal,"Light and fresh with soft tannins, this is an attractive, ready-to-drink wine. It has layers of acidity over red fruits.",Meia Encosta,9,85,Dão,,,Borges 2009 Meia Encosta Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2009-meia-encosta-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2009,Borges 14.5,Red,US,"Simple and ripe, with jammy raspberry and cherry flavors, accented with sweet oak, and brightened by stimulating acidity. Lots of good flavor, but you wind up wishing it had more interest.",Reserve,25,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Biltmore Estate 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biltmore-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Biltmore Estate 13.5,White,Spain,"Tropical and forward, and with three months spent in oak, the wine offers some resin and vanilla both on the nose and in flavor. Tastes sweet, honeyed and nutty, with banana and melon notes. An easy drinker that will do best if well chilled.",White,8,85,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2010 White Macabeo (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2010-white-spanish-white-macabeo-campo-borja/,Macabeo,2010,Borsao 13,Red,France,"When a Bordeaux wine gets into a heavy bottle, it has something to prove. As here, when the wine has way too much wood and lacks fruit. It could balance out, but that is a long shot.",,150,84,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château la Croizille 2009 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croizille-2009-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Croizille 14,Red,Chile,"Hard, flat and slightly chemical smelling, with capped, herbal plum and berry aromas. Feels short and tangy, with mossy flavors running alongside green-inflected berry notes. Herbal and choppy on the finish.",Reserva,12,84,Maule Valley,,,Chilensis 2010 Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilensis-2010-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Chilensis 12,Sparkling,US,"Notes of pressed apple and burnt sugar on the nose and palate of this sparkler made entirely of Seyval Blanc grapes are reminiscent of a dry, French apple cider. Juicy and full bodied with a stout frame and frothy, medium-sized bubbles.",Jubilee,30,84,New York,New York Other,Hudson River Region,Clinton NV Jubilee Sparkling (Hudson River Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clinton-nv-jubilee-sparkling-other-hudson-river-region/,Sparkling Blend,,Clinton 14.2,Red,US,"Sharp acidity and sugary sweet, jammy raspberry and cherry flavors give this wine a distinctly rustic feel. It shows the silkiness you want in a Pinot Noir, but is disappointing for the price.",,38,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Desmond 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/desmond-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Desmond 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Earthy on the nose and palate with savory whiffs of smoked hazelnuts, this dry, Hudson River sparkling wine is striking in its acidity and nut skin astringency. Fairly aggressive on the palate with a bold, lingering effervescence.",Grand Monarque Cuvee,25,85,New York,New York Other,Hudson River Region,Brotherhood NV Grand Monarque Cuvee Sparkling (Hudson River Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brotherhood-nv-grand-monarque-cuvee-sparkling-other-hudson-river-region/,Sparkling Blend,,Brotherhood 12.5,Red,Italy,"Aged in oak for two years, this Chianti Rufina Riserva shows deep layers of sweet spice, tobacco and Spanish cedar followed by bright berry fruit. Rufina boasts high vineyard altitudes and consequently this Sangiovese-based wine shows bright acidity.",Riserva,19,87,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Bellini 2007 Riserva (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellini-2007-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2007,Bellini 12.5,White,France,"An attractive herbaceous wine, its acidity with a strong citrus element. Asparagus, pineapple and green plums all give a bright, fresh character.",,14,87,Bordeaux,Entre-Deux-Mers,,Château de Fontenille 2010 Entre-Deux-Mers,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontenille-2010-white-entre-deux-mers/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château de Fontenille 12,White,US,"While luscious on the nose with ample notes of honey and orange blossoms, this Riesling is surprising dainty on the palate. Sheer and steely with tart, slightly underripe stonefruit flavors, it finishes on a spicy white pepper note.",Dry,13,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fulkerson 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulkerson-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Fulkerson 13.5,Red,Spain,"Scratchy and a little sharp smelling on first impression, with vanilla and milk chocolate aromas in addition to standard red fruit scents. Feels firm, solid and basic, with dark fruit flavors touched up by young, simple oak notes. Standard and dry on the finish.",Vendimia Seleccionada,15,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Sembro 2009 Vendimia Seleccionada (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sembro-2009-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Sembro 18.5,Dessert,US,"From the land of the old vine Zinfandel grapes comes Bacio, a Port-in-color dessert Zinfandel that's got some nice baked fruit flavors and a taste of dust; its sweetness lingers and a little goes a long way.",Bacio Zinfandel Dessert Wine,28,86,California,South Coast,Cucamonga Valley,Lorenzi Estate NV Bacio Zinfandel Dessert Wine Zinfandel (Cucamonga Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorenzi-estate-nv-bacio-zinfandel-dessert-wine-south-coast-cucamonga-valley/,Zinfandel,,Lorenzi Estate 12,White,France,Peach aromas open a smooth wine. It has acidity certainly but also some good melon and pear ripeness. There is an herbaceous edge that cuts through the finish.,,14,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Dame Jane 2010 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dame-jane-2010-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Dame Jane 13.9,Red,US,"Simple and sweet, showing cherry pie filling and cola flavors. The mouthfeel is soft, lacking vitality. An okay Pinot, but nothing special.",,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2009 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2009-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Ca' Momi 11.5,Sparkling,Australia,"This blend of Semillon, Traminer, Shiraz and Frontignac (a form of Muscat) features orange, berry and spice aromas and sweet flavors not unlike berry sherbet, with just a squeeze of citrus on the finish. Soft and frothy; drink now.",Bubbles Sparkling Rosé Wine,10,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yellow Tail NV Bubbles Sparkling Rosé Wine Sparkling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-nv-bubbles-sparkling-rose-wine-south-eastern/,Sparkling Blend,,Yellow Tail 12.5,Red,Italy,"This easy, value wine opens with a bright ruby color and raw aromas of white cherry and blue flowers. It finishes with a bright but watery mouthfeel.",,10,83,Tuscany,Chianti,,Codirosso 2010 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/codirosso-2010-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2010,Codirosso 14.7,Red,US,"Made from Petite Sirah and Tempranillo, this is a hard wine to like. It's dry, thin and acidic, with an unripe streak.",Pico,28,81,California,California Other,California,Carivintas 2008 Pico Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carivintas-2008-pico-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Carivintas 13.9,Red,US,"A pretty dismal wine, vegetal and ungenerous, with modest cherry flavors. It's drinkable, but barely.",,17,81,California,Central Coast,Monterey,MooBuzz 2009 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moobuzz-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2009,MooBuzz 12.5,White,France,"Very mineral in character, this young wine is all green fruit. The citrus and grapefruit are intense, and full of ripe acidity. Hints of wood come from behind the fruit to give a wine that is structured and finely textured. Age for 4–5 years. Screwcap.",Réserve de l'Obédience Les Blanchots Grand Cru,150,95,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Laroche 2009 Réserve de l'Obédience Les Blanchots Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-laroche-2009-reserve-lobedience-les-blanchots-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Laroche 15,Dessert,Italy,"There's a beautifully aged quality to this luminous vin santo from Montepulciano, Tuscany that recalls etched stone or finely crushed white pepper. Beyond that are generous tones of resin, butterscotch and candied orange. The mouthfeel is creamy, soft and rich.",Familiae,,94,Tuscany,Vin Santo di Montepulciano,,Boscarelli 2002 Familiae (Vin Santo di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boscarelli-2002-familiae-white-vin-santo-montepulciano/,White Blend,2002,Boscarelli 12.5,White,France,"Intensely perfumed, this supremely ripe wine has kept all the dense structure of the Les Clos vineyard. Here is an impressive mix of tight structure, ripe pear and citrus, layered with toast and great juicy acidity. Age for 4–5 years. Screwcap.",Les Clos,120,94,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Laroche 2009 Les Clos (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-laroche-2009-clos-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Laroche 13.5,Red,France,"Solid and firm, this is a wine with a considerable future. The plum and ripe berries are changing into a more mature, smoky, undergrowth character. The structure and the texture remain, with elegant perfumed fruits alongside the ripe tannins. Age for 3–4 years.",Charmes Chambertin,240,94,Burgundy,Charmes-Chambertin,,Domaine Henri Rebourseau 2001 Charmes Chambertin (Charmes-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-henri-rebourseau-2001-charmes-chambertin-pinot-noir-charmes-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2001,Domaine Henri Rebourseau 13.5,White,US,"An interesting and complex wine, dry and crisp, and unique among California Sauvignon Blancs. Although there's plenty of citrus fruit, it's marked by other things, such as minerals and herbs, and the sweet, olivaceous taste that the variety's Sauvignon nature contributes in a cool vintage.",,27,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Duckhorn 14.5,Red,US,"One of the most succulent and drinkable Napa Cabernets of the '08 vintage. With Merlot added to the blend, it's rich in blackberries, cherries, currants and cedar, with firm but pliant tannins that give a beautiful structure.",,65,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Duckhorn 14.5,Red,South Africa,"David De Trafford's Cabernet is a very elegant affair. Its tannins, its blackcurrant fruits and its only just herbaceous flavors are all cool, very straight. But it's also a wine that shows how good Stellenbosch Cabernets can be - an amalgam of power and style, of richness and structure. Enjoy, but age over 3-4 years.",Cabernet Sauvignon,,93,Stellenbosch,,,de Trafford 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trafford-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,de Trafford 14,Red,South Africa,"This wine does have a ¨Classic¨ Bordeaux nose of cassis, forest floor, chocolate and cedar, but from there on out it´s all South African innovation. Notes of lemon, sage and olive add to the aromas, while the palate is intense and well-rounded, balancing olive with cassis, plum with wood, leather with intense berry. Dusty, soft tannins add to this wine´s impeccable structure, and it will only get better over the next five years, then drink beautifully for over ten.",Classic,45,93,Paarl,,,Veenwouden 2002 Classic Red (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veenwouden-2002-classic-red-paarl/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2002,Veenwouden 12.5,Dessert,Italy,"Aged two years in new French oak, Acininobili is a super intense and unique wine with enormous complexity and personality. There's a touch of spearmint and peppermint at the back of candied fruit, apricot, butterscotch and vanilla cream.",Acininobili,110,93,Veneto,Veneto,,Maculan 2006 Acininobili Vespaiolo (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maculan-2006-acininobili-italian-white-vespaiolo-veneto/,Vespaiolo,2006,Maculan 14.3,Red,US,"Another successful Syah from this great vineyard, in the upper Carneros section that qualifies as Sonoma Coast, and that also produces great Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays for MacRostie. This '07 Syrah, held back four years, still is somewhat tight and tannic, but extraordinarily rich and spicy. Drink now, or over the next six years.",Wildcat Mountain Vineyard,34,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacRostie 2007 Wildcat Mountain Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2007-wildcat-mountain-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2007,MacRostie 15.1,Red,US,"This has been pretty much Martini's best Cabernet Sauvignon over the last few years, and with this '08, the winery commits itself to playing in the major leagues. It's very rich and ripe in sweet blackberries and cherries, with a tremendous oak coat, and the tannin-acid structure is of the highest order. Should age effortlessly over the next 12 years, at least.",Lot 1,120,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Louis M. Martini 2008 Lot 1 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2008-lot-1-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Louis M. Martini 14.5,Red,US,"There's quite an impressive Cabernet in here, but it's nowhere near ready to drink now. All the parts are there: rich, pure tannins, ripe blackberry and currant fruit, sweet toasty oak and a fine edge of acidity. But it all needs time to knit together. Hold until around 2014 and see what happens.",Hillside Reserve,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Oberon 2007 Hillside Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oberon-2007-hillside-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Oberon 15.5,Red,US,"This may well be the most expensive Cabernet Franc in California, although it is blended with 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, presumably to give a little more punch to a variety that can be one-dimensional on its own. The result is undeniably fine and delicious. It's very smooth in the mouth, with soft tannins, and wonderfully complex cherry and herb flavors that have a touch of sweet green pea. The alcohol is high, but the wine wears it well.",Robert's Blend,92,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakville Ranch 2007 Robert's Blend Cabernet Franc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-ranch-2007-roberts-blend-cabernet-franc-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Oakville Ranch 13,White,France,"Hugely rich wine, retaining its tense textured character while reveling in white fruit ripeness. Concentrated, with the wood acidity and spice mingling with the fruit acidity, this is a wine for long-term aging, powerful yet always very crisp. Screwcap.",Les Blanchots Grand Cru,95,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Laroche 2009 Les Blanchots Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-laroche-2009-blanchots-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Laroche 13.5,Red,France,"Still youthful, this traditional wine from a great Burgundy vintage is showing fine vigor, ripe fruits and firm tannins. It has spice and is almost honeyed in its sweetness, with plums and intense, mature acidity. With its firm core, give this wine several more years of aging.",Fonteny,134,93,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Henri Rebourseau 2002 Fonteny (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-henri-rebourseau-2002-fonteny-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2002,Domaine Henri Rebourseau 15,White,France,"Rich deep-gold color. Complex, inviting aromas of honey, mushroom, marmalade and brown sugar. Full-bodied, rich and sweet with lively, racy acidity. Generous layers of intense flavors, citrus marmalade, honey, peach and an appealing savory earthiness. Very long, complex finish. A compelling wine",Vendage Tardive Herrenweg de Turckheim,70,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Vendage Tardive Herrenweg de Turckheim Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-vendage-tardive-herrenweg-turckheim-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 11.1,Dessert,Italy,"Gorgeous and syrupy, this Passito dessert wine made with aromatic Moscato grapes is beautifully fragrant with ripe apricot, honey, peach and white almond. It's smooth, soft, rich and leaves a long candied fruit aftertaste.",Passito Villa Monticelli,45,93,Central Italy,Umbria,,Barberani 2008 Passito Villa Monticelli Moscato (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barberani-2008-passito-villa-monticelli-muscat-moscato-umbria/,Moscato,2008,Barberani 14.5,Red,Spain,"Pure and penetrating, with full berry aromas and power throughout. Tight and generous in the mouth, with nice acidity and structured tannins. Tastes toasty and black, with loads of berry, chocolate and spice flavors. Impressive and big; drink now through 2017.",Capricho de Landaluce,50,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Landaluce 2005 Capricho de Landaluce (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-landaluce-2005-capricho-de-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Bodegas Landaluce 15,Red,US,"A lovely Pinot Noir, delicious and sweet in fruit. You'll find a glyceriney fatness to it, courtesy of high alcohol, as well as sweet, smoky oak. The underlying flavors are wonderfully ripe in raspberries and cherries, and are brightened with fine acidity.",Hein Family Vineyard,46,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roessler 2009 Hein Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2009-hein-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Roessler ,Red,US,"A young, vigorous Pinot that should reward some time in the cellar. Right now, it's strong in acidity and fairly tannic despite the light texture. The flavors are interesting and complex, with not just ripe red cherries as well as all kinds of wild notes of herb tea, anise, grilled mushrooms, pine needles and persimmons. Drink this fascinating wine as it slowly changes over the next eight years.",Hellenthal Vineyard,48,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,W.H. Smith 2009 Hellenthal Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2009-hellenthal-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,W.H. Smith 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a beautiful dessert wine (made with Garganega grapes, native to northern Italy) that would marry a platter of mixed cheeses or a delectable slice of foie gras. The syrupy and sweet wine delivers rich layers of candied fruit, apricot and honey.",Col Foscarin,,93,Veneto,Recioto di Soave,,Gini 2007 Col Foscarin (Recioto di Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gini-2007-col-foscarin-italian-white-garganega-recioto-soave/,Garganega,2007,Gini 13.5,Red,US,"Distinctly Sonoma Coast in the forest berry fruits and feral, earthy notes of anise, balsam and Dr. Pepper cola. Fine and silky in the mouth, with modest alcohol and a burst of cool-climate acidity. A more feminine style of Pinot, which is not to understate its power. Could easily develop over the next six years, but it's pretty compelling now.",,35,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fogdog 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fogdog-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Fogdog 14.9,Red,US,"As good as the 2007, Hall's '08 Segassia is vastly rich in sweet, pure blackberry and cherry fruit flavors. New oak, to the tune of 85%, adds important notes of sweet caramel and buttered toast. This is not your typical Mount Veeder Cab, but much softer and riper than you might expect. Delicious now and for the next several years.",Segassia Vineyard,150,93,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Hall 2008 Segassia Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2008-segassia-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hall ,Sparkling,France,"Soft and round, with more exotic fruit characters. This is ripe, the acidity well integrated. Citrus and toast mix with ripe apricot and pineapple. It exudes the more seductive side of this famous brand, now mature, but still very much alive.",Fleur de Champagne,,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët 1995 Fleur de Champagne (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-1995-fleur-champagne-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Perrier Jouët 13.5,White,France,"A gorgeously ripe wine, its rounded yellow fruits tempered by wood aging. There is a mineral core, with a steely character to go with the pure pleasures of the rich fruit. The wine is fruity now, and does need to age to bring out the rest of its complex flavors.",Les Folatières,137,93,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2009 Les Folatières (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2009-folatieres-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Olivier Leflaive 14.5,Red,US,"Zinfandel's briary, brambly personality is front and center on this wine, which wears its slightly rustic cloak proudly. It's the quintessential California Zin, dry, complex and peppery, offering a profusion of wild summer berry, licorice and tobacco flavors. One of the great successes of the vintage.",Barricia,35,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ravenswood 2008 Barricia Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2008-barricia-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Ravenswood 14.5,Red,US,"This is a blend of the various vineyards Conn Creek has access to. It is a splendid testimony to the winemaker's ability to take disparate lots and make them harmonious. Just a beautiful Cabernet, dry and softly luscious, with complex blackberry, black currant, anise and cedar flavors. A wonderful experience now, and it should develop in the bottle for several years.",,25,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Conn Creek 14.5,Red,US,"An enormously rich wine, flamboyant in blackberries, cherries, Dr. Pepper cola, sweet cured meat, anise and black pepper flavors that sink in deep and last long into the finish. An unusual blend of Malbec, Merlot and Syrah, it's powerful in tannins and bone dry. Grill up your best steak and enjoy.",Richard Dinner Vineyards,36,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Rocky Hill 2007 Richard Dinner Vineyards Red (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocky-hill-2007-richard-dinner-red-sonoma-mountain/,Red Blend,2007,Rocky Hill 15.5,Red,US,"With its excellent concentration of pure fruit power, this is like taking your mouth through a 100 yard dash of raspberry, blueberry and black cherry fruit, right down the heart of the throat. Along the way you find a tight wrapping of rock and espresso, but it's the snappy, sappy fruit that really shines here. Great length.",Morrison Lane,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2008 Morrison Lane Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2008-morrison-lane-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,K Vintners 14.3,Red,US,"MacPhail has shown steady improvement working with this vineyard, which seems to require a cool year like 2009 to succeed. The wine is quite light in body and color, but the flavors really penetrate and sink in deep. They range from red cherries and cola to red licorice, bacon and spices, with a deft touch of oak. Dry and crisp in acidity, it should provide fascinating drinking over the next seven years.",Toulouse Vineyard,49,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,MacPhail 2009 Toulouse Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2009-toulouse-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,MacPhail 13,White,France,"Packed with rich fruit as well as minerality, the wine has all the right tension of Chablis while benefiting from the warm pear, peach and almond flavors. The citrus edge is very Chablis.",Blanchot,70,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2009 Blanchot (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2009-blanchot-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Simonnet-Febvre 14.8,Red,US,"The last few vintages have been successful for this bottling, after some erratic years. This '09 is drier and earthier than many expensive California Pinot Noirs, but that makes it distinctive. It has rich flavors of cherries, cola, mushrooms, leather and dusty Indian spices. Drink now–2015.",Las Amigas Vineyard,50,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Signorello 2009 Las Amigas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2009-las-amigas-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Signorello ,Red,US,"Bring on the tuna, either tartare or lightly grilled. This is the perfect wine. It's bone dry, light and silky in the mouth, and crisp in acidity, a lovely, elegant Pinot Noir with modest alcohol that feels just fine. The flavors are of cherries, cola and pomegranates. Beautiful now, and should develop bottle complexity over the next six years.",Maritime,54,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,W.H. Smith 2009 Maritime Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2009-maritime-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,W.H. Smith 13.5,Red,US,"A terrific Cabernet, so balanced and elegant it's classic Napa Valley. Rich in blackberries, black currants, herbs and cedar, with a perfect touch of smoky oak, and so smooth and complex, you keep returning for a second and third glass. Long Meadow Ranch is a winery that consistently overdelivers.",,45,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Long Meadow Ranch 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-meadow-ranch-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Long Meadow Ranch ,White,US,"A Burgundian take on Viognier, barrel fermented in 30% new French oak, put through M-L, and aged 18 months in barrel. Predictably dark and smooth, with a rich mix of soft, ripe stone fruit and barrel flavors. It's a bold style, showing plenty of toast and oak, but also concentrated and peachy, with lemon verbena, Key lime and a hint of honey.",Stoneridge Vineyard,50,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Charles Smith 2009 Stoneridge Vineyard Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-smith-2009-stoneridge-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2009,Charles Smith 14.9,Red,US,"One of the best Cabernet-Syrah blends out there. The Cabernet dominates, with firm tannins and blackberry and currant flavors, but Syrah brings a meatiness, like teriaki beef. Terrifically interesting, this wine should develop over the next four years.",Blend 25,55,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Cellars 2008 Blend 25 Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2008-blend-25-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2008,B Cellars 14.3,Red,US,"At more than five years of age, this Cabernet remains very tannic. That gives it an astringency that stings the palate, but still, the core of blackberries, cherries and sweet currants shines through. There's a good possibility this wine will age well for a very long time. Try after 2015, when it will be nine years old.",,86,93,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Atlas Peak 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Atlas Peak 14.6,Red,US,"You'll want to age this Pinot because as currently constructed it's marked by youthful tannins and acids, as well as primary fruit flavors that have not meshed with the new oak. It's all over the place, with lavish raspberries, cherries, vanilla, sandalwood, Dr. Pepper cola and exotic spices all vying for first place. Give it until 2011 to begin to come together.",Bella Una,58,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Benovia 2007 Bella Una Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benovia-2007-bella-una-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Benovia 14.7,Red,US,"Here's one for the cellar. It's an intense, massively concentrated wine, packed with blackberry, black currant, dark chocolate and crême de cassis flavors. If that sounds delicious, it is, and the tannins are as fine and complicated as Napa gets. So tasty now, you can drink it with a great steak, and should easily develop bottle complexity over the next 8–10 years, perhaps much longer.",Reserve,125,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,ZD 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,ZD 13,White,France,"A tight and steely wine, very much in its infancy. It is taut, the texture dominated by green apple skins, herbs, some light toast. This is a complex, impressive wine, its rich fruit still to show. Keep for 4–5 years and more.",Les Clos,70,94,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2009 Les Clos (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2009-clos-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Simonnet-Febvre 14.5,Red,Italy,"A beautiful wine from Palladino, a lovely very complex Barolo just beginning to hit maturity. It is made in an understated style, showing its quality in its lovely haunting complexity. It has all the telltale flavors, roses, anise, earth dark fruit, tobacco and woodsmoke. A wine that continued to improve in the glass, it is old fashioned and priced right to see what a good traditional maker can do in a top vintage.",Vigna Broglio,66,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Palladino 2001 Vigna Broglio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palladino-2001-vigna-broglio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Palladino 14.5,Red,US,"Here's one for the cellar, no doubt about it. Shows classic, old-fashioned Howell tannins, the kind that grip early and lock the palate down throughout. But you can't help but be struck by the immensity of fruit. Massive in sweet blackberries and black currants, liberally oaked, and with a core of minerals, it will develop over the next ten years, at the very least.",,75,94,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Duckhorn 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Duckhorn 14.5,Red,US,"As fine a Cabernet as Coppola has ever produced (exclusive, of course, of Rubicon), this one's as deep and fancy as almost anything from Napa Valley. Strikes you immediately with a wealth of sweet, oak-infused blackberry, cherry and red currant flavors. The tannins are immaculate. This dramatic Cab will develop for the remainder of the decade.",Archimedes,52,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Francis Ford Coppola 2007 Archimedes Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2007-archimedes-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Francis Ford Coppola 14.5,Red,US,"A terrific Cabernet, dry and rich and dramatically layered. Tremendous in blackberry and currant flavors, its firm tannnis come from both the grapes themselves and the oak barrels in which the wine was aged. Conn Creek has really been at the top of the Cabernet game in recent years. Cellar this lovely wine until 2015, when it should begin to blossom.",Truchard Vineyard,45,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Conn Creek 2007 Truchard Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2007-truchard-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Conn Creek 14.5,Red,US,"A glorious wine. Based on Merlot, with nearly equal parts of the two Cabernets, it's softly smooth and delicious right now. Totally bone dry, yet rich and sweet in cherries, berries, chocolate and cedar, it satisfies on every level. Expensive, yes, but a relative bargain for a great Napa wine.",Arise,50,94,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Blackbird Vineyards 2009 Arise Red (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2009-arise-red-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Blackbird Vineyards 15.5,Red,US,"A deep and compact wine with Syrah fruit styled with a Cabernet-like verticality, this layers ripe berry fruit with streaks of graphite, ash and rock. The flavors persist through a lingering, super clean finish with the balance and acidity to age. What are initially tightly wound subtleties of herb and spice may well expand into nuanced complexity over the next decade or more.",Phil Lane,70,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2008 Phil Lane Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2008-phil-lane-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,K Vintners 14.5,Red,Spain,"Fewer than 600 cases of this silky giant were made, but the best rarely comes in quantity. This is a ripe, weighty wine with earth and vanilla notes supporting cassis, black cherry and fresh-roasted coffee aromas and flavors. The feel is stacked and the finish very long. Tannic but not aggressive; a huge success from a broiling-hot vintage.",Cirsion,250,94,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Roda 2003 Cirsion (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-roda-2003-cirsion-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Bodegas Roda 14.8,Red,US,"Tough and gritty in tannins, with a furry astringency, and very dry. Not ready to drink now, but shows its pedigree in the unusually refined blackberry, black currant and dark chocolate fruit flavors that are deep and long lasting in the aftertaste. Feels lush and smooth. Give it a good six years in the cellar and try again.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard,125,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Cellars 2008 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2008-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,B Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"A similar blend to the Ovide; this is 62% Cabernet Sauvignon and 38% Syrah. The fruit is more forward here, with pretty blackberry and black cherry flavors, and a dark and forceful streak of iron and charcoal and licorice. A light lavender note adds interest.",Roma En Chamberlin Vineyard,60,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2008 Roma En Chamberlin Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2008-roma-en-chamberlin-vineyard-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2008,K Vintners 14.7,Red,US,"This is the most elegant of the winery's new Zinfandels, although elegant has to be taken in context when it comes to mountain fruit with this intensity and power. It's a big wine, with potent raspberry, cherry and blackberry fruit. Yet there's a delicacy to it, even considering the tannins, that's almost like a Pinot Noir, strange as that sounds. Earns its high score by virtue of this magic. Should age effortlessly throughout the decade.",Estate Reserve,55,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Storybook Mountain 2008 Estate Reserve Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storybook-mountain-2008-estate-reserve-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Storybook Mountain 11,Dessert,Italy,"Incredible aromatic intensity opens the amazing bouquet of this Gewürztraminer-based dessert wine. You'll recognize flavors of candied orange, jasmine, crème caramel and toasted almond. The wine is smooth, thick and very persistent overall.",Terminum,108,94,,Alto Adige,,Tramin 2009 Terminum Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tramin-2009-terminum-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Tramin 14.5,Red,US,"A tremendous Merlot, Duckhorn's greatest since the 2005 and one of their best ever, over many years of crafting this wine. Feels soft and smooth and yet dusty and tannic all at once, while the flavors, of red and black cherries, blackberries, licorice, minerals and spices, are vast and succulent. A great Merlot, one of the successes of the vintage. Drink now and over the next six years, for freshness.",Three Palms Vineyard,85,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2007 Three Palms Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2007-three-palms-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Duckhorn 14.8,Red,US,"Darms Lane scores big with this rich, complex young Cabernet, which comes from a vineyard in the cool Oak Knoll region. The blackberry and cherry flavors, accented with red currants, licorice, cocoa, mushu plum sauce and sweet buttered cinnamon toast, are absolutely delicious. More impressive is the tannin-acid structure, which hits no wrong notes. A real beauty, capable of aging through the decade.",Bon Passe Vineyard,60,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Darms Lane 2008 Bon Passe Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darms-lane-2008-bon-passe-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Darms Lane 15.5,Red,US,"This may be the quintessential site among the extensive Milbrandt vineyards that produce much of the K Vintners Syrah lineup. The Northridge bottling has amazing purity and concentration, with a beguiling mix of deep berry fruits and gravelly minerality. Supple power, muscular and dense.",Northridge Vineyard,35,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,K Vintners 2008 Northridge Vineyard Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2008-northridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2008,K Vintners ,Red,Austria,"Blaufränkisch dominates this blend with Merlot and Zweigelt. This flagship wine from the Igler winery is powered by its perfumed fruit, cherry and red berry flavors, ripe and juicy at the same time. There is no question of the ageability of this concentrated, complex wine.",Ab Ericio,62,94,Burgenland,,,Hans Igler 2008 Ab Ericio Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hans-igler-2008-ab-ericio-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2008,Hans Igler 14.9,Red,US,"Expensive? Yes. But this is the kind of wine that tastes expensive and will impress just about everyone. It's thoroughly modern in the soft, pliant tannins and the fantastic explosion of ripe blackberry, blueberry and chocolate fruit that has a welcome touch of olives. So soft, it may not age well, but sure is decadently good now.",Estate,125,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Parallel 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parallel-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Parallel 14.2,Red,US,"From the estate vineyard, located in the cobblestone-rich area known as The Rocks, this cellar-worthy effort is complex and riveting. Berries and citrus, juicy and tart, cling to the palate and pull through to a lingering finish. Pure and deep all the way through.",Stellar Vineyard,38,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Otis Kenyon 2008 Stellar Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/otis-kenyon-2008-stellar-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Otis Kenyon 14.5,Red,US,"This least accessible of Benovia's ‘07 Pinots is also the most ageable. Right now, the acids and tannins are locking it down. But it's enormously rich and intense, with massively concentrated black cherry, cassis, cola and spice flavors, accented with sweet, exotic sandalwood. Of a very fine quality, this dense, young Pinot Noir will benefit from 3-5 years of age.",Cohn Vneyard,65,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benovia 2007 Cohn Vneyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benovia-2007-cohn-vneyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Benovia 7.5,Dessert,Austria,"Superbly rich and sweet, this beautifully honeyed wine has peach and orange marmalade with pineapple acidity. It's a wine of concentration, great richness, the sweetness layered with a dry botrytis character. Age for many years.",Kammerner Lamm Trockenbeerenauslese,,94,Niederösterreich,,,Bründlmayer 2009 Kammerner Lamm Trockenbeerenauslese Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2009-kammerner-lamm-trockenbeerenauslese-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Bründlmayer 10.5,Dessert,Italy,"Barberani makes some of the best dessert wines in central Italy and Calcaia shows this proud winemaking tradition very clearly. A result of noble rot, this sweet blend of Grechetto, Trebbiano and Sauvignon Blanc opens with delicate floral notes backed by citrus blossom, white almond and honey.",Calcaia,45,94,Central Italy,Orvieto Classico Superiore,,Barberani 2007 Calcaia (Orvieto Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barberani-2007-calcaia-white-orvieto-classico-superiore/,White Blend,2007,Barberani 16,Red,Spain,"A huge load with sophistication and style to go with tons of raw power. Tobacco, balsam wood and pure blackberry aromas are stylish and enticing. Shows body and structure on the palate along with black fruit, mocha, chocolate and toast flavors. Long and heavenly on the finish. Drink now through 2015.",Aquilon,166,94,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Alto Moncayo 2008 Aquilon Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alto-moncayo-2008-aquilon-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2008,Alto Moncayo 14.5,Red,US,"The winery actually released this wine after the 2007, no doubt to give it the extra bottle age needed. Nonetheless, it's still quite tannic, bringing to mind an older style of Howell Mountain Cabernet. It's refreshing to have an ageable alternative to the soft, sweet modern style. Rich in mountain blackberries and sweet currants, this wine should develop over the next decade.",Blue Hall Vineyard,59,94,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Camiana 2006 Blue Hall Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camiana-2006-blue-hall-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Camiana 16,Dessert,Italy,"Volpaia is the proud author of one of Chianti Classico's most enjoyable dessert wines. This luscious Vin Santo (a blend of Trebbiano and Malvasia aged in small barrels called caratelli) is velvety soft and decadent with lingering tones of orange zest, resin, dried ginger, candied fruit and a tiny hint of musk.",,44,94,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti Classico,,Volpaia 2004 Vin Santo del Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-2004-white-vin-santo-chianti-classico/,White Blend,2004,Volpaia 14,Red,Spain,"Exemplary Gran Reserva Rioja blending modernity with the best traditions of this famed region. Perfumed, lush and complex to start, then vibrant in the mouth, with excellent integration of flavors, acidity and tannins. Tastes of fine tobacco, mulled blackberry, chocolate and dry spices. Proper as the textbook calls for but individual as well. Best from 2014–2018.",Prado Enea Gran Reserva,66,94,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2004 Prado Enea Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2004-prado-enea-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Muga 13.8,Red,US,"Another dramatically layered Pinot Noir from this fine producer and vineyard, in the Central Coast. A remarkably consistent bottling over the years, and now the '09 is perhaps the ripest and purest yet, showing deep flavors of berries, licorice, sandalwood and tangy Indian spices. It's a big, powerful wine, yet never loses graceful subtlety and elegance. Should develop slowly over the next six years, at least.",Double L Vineyard,50,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2009 Double L Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2009-double-l-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Morgan 13.5,White,France,"An impressive wine, very much for aging. It has rich fruit, laced with the purest acidity, lemon vying with ripe white peaches. With great richness come weight and intensity, the toast giving an extra dimension. Age for 4–6 years.",Les Pucelles,137,94,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2009 Les Pucelles (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2009-pucelles-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Olivier Leflaive 14.5,Red,US,"A big, strong powerhouse of a Cabernet. None of the parts have come together yet. Sweet, smoky oak over here, flamboyantly ripe blackberry and cherry fruit there, fine, ripe tannins free-floating over all. In four more years, this lovely Cab should be undergoing secondary development in the bottle, so hold until 2015 if you can.",Collins Holystone Vineyard,45,94,California,Napa,St. Helena,Conn Creek 2007 Collins Holystone Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2007-collins-holystone-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Conn Creek 13.5,Red,France,"While the aroma has pronounced new wood characters, the palate is more subtle, emphasizing the powerful dark fruits, coffee note and sweet fruit tannins as much as wood. With a delicious, opulent full-bodied feel to it, this will age well over 5–6 years and more.",Clos des Cortons Faiveley,200,94,Burgundy,Corton,,Domaine Faiveley 2009 Clos des Cortons Faiveley (Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-faiveley-2009-clos-cortons-pinot-noir-corton/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Faiveley 14.9,Red,US,"The 2008 vintage wasn't the greatest ever in Napa, and this isn't the greatest ever Staglin Cabernet. But it is one of the successes of the vintage, showing how a great winery rises over vintage limitations. Feels lush and dramatic in the mouth, with lush, smooth tannins housing classic Cabernet flavors of black currants, plums, green olives and dark chocolate, accented with spicy, smoky oak. Should develop in the bottle over at least six years, and could be one of those sleepers that surprises in 20.",,185,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Staglin 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staglin-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Staglin 12,Sparkling,France,"A superbly balanced wine that boasts a seamless intensity of apple fruits, soft citrus and beautiful acidity. It has its rich moments, with a hint of pineapple, easily absorbed into the great elegance.",Millésimé Brut,,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger 2005 Millésimé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-2005-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Taittinger 14.8,Red,US,"An exceptionally good wine, right up there with the fantastic 2007 Cask. Classic Rutherford Cabernet, dry, softly tannic and delicious, with herb-infused blackberry and cherry fruit. Definitively not in the modern style of fat overripeness, but balanced and elegant. Shows all the hallmarks of an ageable wine, but you can drink it now. It gets better and better as it breathes in the glass.",Cask,75,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rubicon Estate 2008 Cask Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubicon-estate-2008-cask-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Rubicon Estate 14.5,Red,US,"Very strong, ripe and extracted. The word massive comes to mind. So packed with blackberry and blueberry preserves, it's almost a food group in itself. Then there are the tannins, huge and soft, giving the wine dramatic refinement. Defines the modern style, and shows that Alexander Valley doesn't have to take second place to Napa Valley when it comes to Cabernet Sauvignon.",Block Twenty One,64,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Trione 2007 Block Twenty One Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trione-2007-block-twenty-one-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Trione 14.5,Red,Spain,"A fine and intricate heavyweight that blends power and ripeness with complexity and class. Quality leather, spice, toast and dark berry aromas set up a structured, grippy palate with generous black fruit flavors, tobacco notes and chewy tannins. Long, sweet and rewarding on the finish. Drink now through 2016.",Alfa Spiga,47,94,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,O. Fournier 2006 Alfa Spiga (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2006-alfa-spiga-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2006,O. Fournier ,Dessert,US,"Washington's Klipsun Vineyard is the source for this Sauternes-style dessert wine. Harvested in late November at 38.5 brix, then aged for 18 months in a mix of new and second year barrels, it is a thoroughly delicious and decadent dessert wine. Lush and thick without being fat or tiring, it's bursting with butterscotch and candied tropical fruits.",Sydney,28,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Arbor Brook 2008 Sydney Sémillon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arborbrook-2008-sydney-semillon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sémillon,2008,Arbor Brook 13.5,Red,US,"An extraordinarily beautiful Pinot Noir, dry, silky and just captivating. With profoundly ripe cherry berry and mulberry fruit, it shows earthy complexities, spices and flowers, and the oak overlay is just about perfect. A gorgeous wine that should age for six years.",Dutton Ranch - Emerald Ranch Vineyard,58,94,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2009 Dutton Ranch - Emerald Ranch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2009-ranch-emerald-ranch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dutton-Goldfield ,Red,US,"Loads of sweet, pure, ripe and refined blackberry fruit in this dry, young Cabernet. It's very tannic, with a lockdown astringency, but the fruit is so strong, it punches right through. The idea here clearly is the cellar. Eight years seems like no problem. Twenty years may not even be pushing things.",Estate Grown Celebrating 150 Years,150,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2008 Estate Grown Celebrating 150 Years Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2008-estate-grown-celebrating-150-years-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Charles Krug 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Delicious and super-intense in the most beautiful way, this golden Recioto di Soave imparts aromas of honey, yellow rose, dried apricot and candied orange skin. It's sweet and thick but not in a heavy or cloying way. Lovely.",La Perlara,63,94,Veneto,Recioto di Soave,,Ca' Rugate 2008 La Perlara (Recioto di Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2008-perlara-italian-white-garganega-recioto-soave/,Garganega,2008,Ca' Rugate 15,Red,US,"A tremendous Zinfandel, Ravenswood's most expensive, and while you might quiver at the price, it's easily a very great wine. This is Zinfandel on steroids, a monster of wild summer berry, tobacco, currant and spice flavors, wrapped into significantly thick tannins. Yet despite the power, it never quite loses elegance and balance. The winery's 2007 was their greatest Zinfandel ever, and this one isn't far behind.",Old Hill,60,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ravenswood 2008 Old Hill Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2008-old-hill-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Ravenswood ,Red,US,"A gorgeous evocation of Pinot Noir. Pours pale in color and translucent, suggesting it's not a heavy fruit bomb, and indeed it is not. Feels as light as a cloud, yet with intense flavors of red stone fruits, bacon and spices, and that feral, wild forest quality you get from the best Sonoma Coast Pinot Noirs. Bone dry, but so sweet in fruit and cedar, with wonderful acidity. Superb now, after decanting, and should develop over the next 6–8 years.",Bill and Joan's Special Selection Maritime,60,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,W.H. Smith 2009 Bill and Joan's Special Selection Maritime Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2009-bill-joans-special-selection-maritime-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,W.H. Smith 14.2,Red,US,"A terrific Napa Cabernet, dry and smooth and tremendously layered in flavors. Blackberries, blueberries, currants, crême de cassis, anise, dark chocolate and cedar flood the palate and are just delicious. Best of all is the structure, so rich in firm tannins and acidity. Wonderful now, and should develop for at least a decade.",Corley Reserve,72,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Monticello Vineyards 2008 Corley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2008-corley-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Monticello Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"So young now, it's all primary fruit, oak and tannins. But It's a stunner. The fruit is enormous, packing explosive blackberry, black cherry, blueberry and dark chocolate flavors, while oak brings an elaborate smoky sweetness. Feels dramatic and important, and should age well for ten years, at least.",Best Barrels,95,95,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Blue Rock 2009 Best Barrels Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-rock-2009-best-barrels-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Blue Rock 14.5,Red,US,"A tremendous Cabernet, one of the last to come from the great 2007 vintage. Drinking perfectly now, it's a soft, smooth sipper, with lush flavors of blackberries, blueberries, cherries, cocoa and cedar. The addition of Merlot brings a soft, mellowed mouthfeel. Picking up bottle bouquet at the age of four, it will continue to gain traction for many years.",,65,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Duckhorn 12.5,Sparkling,US,"The winery held back this brut-style wine for eleven years. Even at this great age, the wine tastes young and vibrant in acidity, with rich strawberry, orange, lime and yeast flavors, finished with sweet vanilla. Tastes beautiful now, but extraordinary as it is, it should gain traction over the next ten years.",Carneros Cuvée,50,95,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2000 Carneros Cuvée Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2000-carneros-cuvee-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2000,Gloria Ferrer 13.5,Dessert,US,"Very, very sweet and decadent, like pure honey. Nectar of the gods-type wine, oozing spicy apricot, orange, roasted almond and vanilla honey flavors. To describe the mouthfeel as creamy hardly does it justice, it's so viscous and glyceriney. A magnificent dessert wine to savor.",Botrytised,45,95,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2008 Botrytised Sémillon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2008-botrytised-semillon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Sémillon,2008,Chalk Hill 14.8,Red,US,"Even though 2008 was not the greatest Cabernet vintage, Rubicon has produced one of the most delicious bottlings of the year. Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with a little Cab Franc, Petit Verdot and Merlot for complexity, it's so delicious now, you might want to finish off the bottle. Soft and velvety, it appeals with blackberry and cherry pie filling flavors, and the oak appliqué is perfect. Combines the ripeness of this central Napa Valley vineyard with impeccable winemaker taste, resulting in a gorgeous wine. Will develop through this decade.",,175,95,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rubicon Estate 2008 Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubicon-estate-2008-red-napa-rutherford/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Rubicon Estate 13.5,White,France,"As always, Corton-Charlemagne offers an opulent Chardonnay. In this vintage, the wine has intense tropical fruits, very ripe although never losing sight of its acidity. There is terrific concentration here, giving a wine that is very rich.",Corton-Charlemagne,182,95,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Olivier Leflaive 2009 Corton-Charlemagne (Corton-Charlemagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2009-corton-charlemagne-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2009,Olivier Leflaive 15,Red,US,"This edition of The Creator is a one-time only mix of 43% Cabernet Sauvignon from Stoneridge, 21% Cabernet from Cailloux, and 36% Syrah from Morrison Lane. It's edgy and tight, with sharply defined corners—herbal, with a leafy/stemmy note, well-integrated into wild, brambly berry fruits. The 50% new oak is virtually invisible at this point; it fills out the mouthfeel but does not show specifically.",The Creator,55,95,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,K Vintners 2008 The Creator Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2008-creator-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,K Vintners 14.5,Red,US,"Sourced from another of the Cayuse vineyards, this is two-thirds Cabernet Sauvignon and one-third Syrah—a proven blend in Walla Walla. There is a potently aromatic herbal quality to the perfectly ripened fruit that marries black cherry and earthy tannins to the herbs. A big wine, with dried leaf character dominating the tannins. Good length, in an Italian style, with a good decade of life ahead.",Ovide En Cerise Vineyard,60,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2008 Ovide En Cerise Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2008-ovide-en-cerise-vineyard-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2008,K Vintners 15.5,Red,Spain,"Everything that's fantastic about 21st-century Toro is encapsulated in this big, intense beauty. Tobacco, vanilla and blackberry aromas grace the forceful but stylish nose, while the palate pulses with toasty blackberry, dark plum, tobacco and chocolaty flavors. Smoky, pure and long on the finish. A hands-down winner to drink now through 2016.",,100,95,Northern Spain,Toro,,Campo Eliseo 2006 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-eliseo-2006-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2006,Campo Eliseo 6,Dessert,Austria,"Always the star of sweet wines, this TBA Riesling preserves so much freshness while also being packed with honeyed, ripe apricot and mango fruits. It is the acidity along with the dry botrytis that make the wine so special and offer considerable aging potential— give it seven years or more.",Steinmassel Trockenbeerenauslese,,95,Niederösterreich,,,Bründlmayer 2009 Steinmassel Trockenbeerenauslese Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2009-steinmassel-trockenbeerenauslese-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2009,Bründlmayer 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Ben Ryé can claim to be both a cult wine and a commercial wine, and that's a very difficult goal to achieve. Sweet, syrupy and crisp at the same time, this Sicilian dessert wine opens with a luminous amber color and intense aromas of prune, dried apricot, honey, caramel and custard cream. It's seriously delicious.",Ben Ryé,40,95,Sicily & Sardinia,Passito di Pantelleria,,Donnafugata 2009 Ben Ryé (Passito di Pantelleria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2009-ben-rye-muscat-zibibbo-passito-pantelleria/,Zibibbo,2009,Donnafugata 12.1,Sparkling,US,"2003 was a great vintage for Roederer Estate. This, their top vintage wine, is very great, and the price is an absolute steal for this world class sparkler. It's enormously rich in the strawberries from Pinot Noir and the limes from Chardonnay, while the toast and rich lees combine for a perfect champagne-style smokiness. And so smooth, it's like a kiss of silk. At the age of eight years, this wonderful wine is just getting started.",L'Ermitage,45,96,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate 2003 L'Ermitage Sparkling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-2003-lermitage-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Roederer Estate 11.5,Dessert,Italy,"This is a stellar dessert wine from Tuscany (the blend is Trebbiano, Sangiovese and Malvasia) executed in a vin santo style. It opens with a dark amber color and beautifully complex aromas of caramel, toasted almond, butterscotch and candied fruit. The mouthfeel is soft, silky and opulently creamy.",Principe di Renieri,70,96,Tuscany,Toscana,,Renieri 2001 Principe di Renieri White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2001-principe-white-toscana/,White Blend,2001,Renieri 15,Red,US,"A tremendous Cabernet, showing the authority of its vineyard, high up in the Vaca Mountains. Dry and full-bodied, this wine is spectacularly rich in blackberries, cassis and minerals and is well oaked. What's most remarkable is the quality of the tannins. They're firm, yet soft and sweetly refined. A tremendous accomplishment, and should develop in the bottle for a decade. At this price, an outstanding value.",Stagecoach Vineyard,45,96,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Conn Creek 2007 Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2007-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Conn Creek 13.5,White,France,"Mineral, steel and toast set this impressive, well-structured wine on to the road for aging. Behind this initially severe, very young exterior is the richest yellow and white fruit, exuding power, concentration and density. Give it 6–8 years and many more.",Bâtard-Montrachet,350,96,Burgundy,Bâtard-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2009 Bâtard-Montrachet (Bâtard-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2009-batard-montrachet-chardonnay-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Olivier Leflaive 15,Red,US,"This is the first time a King Coal has been made, all sourced from the Stoneridge Vineyard. It's a unique and delicious wine, seamless and complex. The flavors are amazingly detailed, with layer upon layer of candied fruit, raisins, Bourbon barrel, Asian spice, ginger, toast and more. The flavors pile on and continue into a seemingly endless finish, resonating into a spicy blend of fruit and Christmas cookies.",King Coal,100,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Charles Smith 2008 King Coal Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-smith-2008-king-coal-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2008,Charles Smith 14.8,White,US,"You want decadence, opulence and fabulosity in your Chardonnay? This one's for you. It's tremendous in ripe pineapple, pear, peach, mango, lime, tangerine and papaya flavors. So much fruit, while the oak application is never heavy handed, applying just the right touch of buttered toast. Where does all that vanilla honey come from? A magnificent example of a first-growth California Chardonnay, at a great price.",Block UU Bien Nacido Vineyard,32,96,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2010 Block UU Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2010-block-uu-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Foxen 16,Red,US,"Only the second time The Hustler has been made, this spent 38 months in barrel. All the fruit is sourced from the Morrison Lane vineyard. Port-like and amazingly concentrated, it's about as far as a dry wine can go and show fruit that is not buried in new oak. Here the fruit is a dark blend of berries and cassis; there is a dense layer of chocolate and earth underneath, with a finish loaded with baking spices.",The Hustler,140,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2007 The Hustler Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2007-hustler-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,K Vintners 11,Dessert,Italy,"In a league with Italy's best dessert wines, San Petrolo is a superrich and concentrated wine that almost has a hard time pouring out of the bottle. The wine does indeed have the consistency of maple syrup, with a deep brown color and gorgeous aromas of toasted almond, chestnut honey, crème caramel and crème brûlée.",San Petrolo,60,97,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Fattoria Petrolo 2001 San Petrolo White (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-petrolo-2001-san-white-tuscany/,White Blend,2001,Fattoria Petrolo 13,Sparkling,US,"A triumph, really. Held back for 14 years and just recently disgorged, it's fantastically rich and complex, just oozing the most delicious orange, butterscotch, yeast and toast flavors. So silky, so sweet in fruit, and yet with a dry finish. Stands out in any tasting of the best sparklers. Hard to imagine a California bubbly better than this.",Joy! Blanc de Blancs,179,97,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1997 Joy! Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1997-joy-blanc-blancs-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,1997,Iron Horse 15,Red,US,"An Amaro-like mix of bitters and herbs; this is exceptionally dense and dark. The fruit is a grace note; the big flavors come from herb, earth, rock, barrel and more. Licorice, baking spices, smoke, black cherry, Bourbon barrel, and on it goes. Huge and dense and seemingly endless.",Royal City,140,98,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Charles Smith 2008 Royal City Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-smith-2008-royal-city-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Charles Smith 14.2,Red,US,"Harsh in texture and unripe, with sharp acids and vegetal flavors. Just barely drinkable.",Esther,25,80,California,California Other,California,Carivintas 2008 Esther Tempranillo (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carivintas-2008-esther-tempranillo-other/,Tempranillo,2008,Carivintas 13.5,Red,US,"A soft, dull, sweet wine, with vegetal flavors that just barely break into sour cherry candy.",,10,80,California,California Other,California,Big House 2010 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-house-2010-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Big House 7,Sparkling,Spain,"Maderized and corny smelling, with mustard, herbs and flowery notes. Tastes sweet and cidery, with not much vitality. Could be better.",Opera Prima Charmat,8,80,Spain Other,Spain,,J. Garcia Carrion NV Opera Prima Charmat Moscato (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-garcia-carrion-nv-opera-prima-charmat-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,,J. Garcia Carrion 13,Red,Spain,"Herbal and stripped back, with rhubarb aromas and fiery acidity once it hits the palate. Tastes of herbs, tomato and pie cherry. Sour on the finish.",,9,80,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,El Morrión 2010 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-morrion-2010-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2010,El Morrión 13,Red,Italy,"Le Balze is mostly Sangiovese, with small components of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. This vintage opens with beef aromas of bresaola, smoked ham and black pepper. Fruit aromas are almost completely absent.",Le Balze,,80,Tuscany,Rosso di Toscana,,Castel Vecchio 2006 Le Balze Red (Rosso di Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castel-vecchio-2006-le-balze-red-rosso-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Castel Vecchio 14.5,Red,US,"In a giant-sized 750 ml bottle, this Zin is flat and tastes higher in alcohol than it is.",Ancient Vine,25,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Moss Roxx 2006 Ancient Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moss-roxx-2006-ancient-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2006,Moss Roxx 15.8,Red,US,"Not exactly undrinkable, but hard to like. It's sweet, hot in alcohol and thin in fruit, with a vegetal finish.",,11,80,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,TWODOG 2009 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twodog-2009-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,TWODOG 13.5,White,Chile,"Untamed and scattershot on the nose, with a strong dose of basil and other green herbs. Feels gummy and flabby, with sweet, bungled flavors that finish bitter and mealy. A wayward, unfocused wine that doesn't do much for the Viognier variety.",Single Vineyard,13,80,Rapel Valley,,,Anakena 2010 Single Vineyard Viognier (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakena-2010-single-vineyard-viognier-rapel-valley/,Viognier,2010,Anakena 12.5,White,Spain,"Smells briney and pickled, much like sauerkraut. The palate has an angular feel, choppy acidity and pickled flavors of apples and wheat. Briney to the max; not very appealing year after year.",Ad Libitum,38,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Juan Carlos Sancha 2010 Ad Libitum Tempranillo Blanco (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juan-carlos-sancha-2010-ad-libitum-spanish-white-tempranillo-blanco-rioja/,Tempranillo Blanco,2010,Juan Carlos Sancha 15.2,Red,US,"Hard to like, with a soft, melted mouthfeel and hot, sweet flavors alongside unripe vegetal ones.",,24,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Minassian-Young 2009 Mourvèdre (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/minassian-young-2009-mourvedre-central-coast-paso-robles/,Mourvèdre,2009,Minassian-Young 14,Rose,Portugal,"From its deep pink color to high alcohol, this is a strange rosé. It has weight, red plum fruits, pepper from the alcohol but lacks freshness.",Ventozelo,13,81,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2010 Ventozelo Rosé (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2010-ventozelo-rose-douro/,Rosé,2010,Quinta de Ventozelo 15.8,Red,US,"Soft, simple and dull, with sugary raspberry and cherry flavors that quickly pall. It's hot, too, with incredibly high alcohol.",Carl's,34,81,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2009 Carl's Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2009-carls-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Wilson 14.8,Red,US,"A disagreeable Rhône-style blend, soft, sweet and unripe, with gentle tannins.",Cuvée de Paso,24,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Minassian-Young 2009 Cuvée de Paso Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/minassian-young-2009-cuvee-paso-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Minassian-Young 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Nice enough on the nose, but like soda in the mouth. Tastes lean and lemony on one take, then like apple cider on the next take. Loses steam as it goes; no lift to the finish.",Brut,12,81,Catalonia,Cava,,Gran Pasión NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gran-pasion-nv-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Gran Pasión 12.5,White,US,"Frankly sweet, with sugared fruit juice flavors that turn vapid and cloying.",,13,81,California,California Other,California,Echelon 2010 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Echelon 13.5,Red,France,"The bouquet is promising, with lively scents of black currant, plum and soft licorice, but the mouth is surprisingly sweet, with a confected finish.",O Made From Organic Grapes,14,81,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,Gilles Louvet 2009 O Made From Organic Grapes Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilles-louvet-2009-o-made-from-organic-grapes-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2009,Gilles Louvet 14,Red,US,"A dull wine, soft and simple, with mint, vegetable and cherry flavors.",,20,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lucas & Lewellen 12.5,Red,Italy,"This easygoing Chianti opens with bright cherry, moist earth and blue flower. It's a simple, one-dimentional wine that would pair with Irish stew or fried vegetables.",,6,82,Tuscany,Chianti,,Gonfalone 2009 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonfalone-2009-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2009,Gonfalone 14.3,Red,US,"Decent, but rustic and unbalanced. The berry and cherry flavors have a minty, herbal edge, and the texture feels jagged and harsh.",,25,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pacific Coast 2008 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-coast-2008-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2008,Pacific Coast 13,Rose,Portugal,"A full, heavy rosé, laced with caramel as much as strawberry fruit. It misses freshness and a light touch.",Templários,20,82,Tejo,,,Quinta do Cavalinho 2010 Templários Rosé (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-cavalinho-2010-templarios-rose-tejo/,Rosé,2010,Quinta do Cavalinho 13.5,White,US,"Too sweet in white sugared apricot and tangerine flavors, despite good acidity and a pleasant minerality. Tastes cloying from the get-go.",Collection,15,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Echelon 2010 Collection Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-2010-collection-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Echelon 13,White,US,"Despite some decent lemon and lime fruit, this Sauvignon Blanc tastes unripe, with a green, vegetal note that can charitably be described as gooseberry. That grassiness accentuates the acidity, making the wine taste sour.",Le Petit Coquerel,22,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Coquerel Family Wine Estates 2010 Le Petit Coquerel Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquerel-family-wine-estates-2010-le-petit-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Coquerel Family Wine Estates 13,Red,Italy,"Aged in oak, this Sangiovese-based red shows ripe, almost jammy aromas of blackberry pie and plum cake. There's a tough, gritty quality to the mouthfeel.",Le Balze,,82,Tuscany,Rosso di Toscana,,Castel Vecchio 2007 Le Balze Red (Rosso di Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castel-vecchio-2007-le-balze-red-rosso-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Castel Vecchio 12.4,Rose,US,"A clumsy wine, awkward in acids and tannins, with a sweet and sour raspberry flavor that isn't quite ripe.",Rosé of,19,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,2nd Chance 2010 Rosé of Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/2nd-chance-2010-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2010,2nd Chance 12.5,Red,France,"Mature Bordeaux from a not very good vintage. It is drying up, the flesh gone, just the bare bones of tannin remaining.",,34,82,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château Tour Grand Colombier 2007 Lalande de Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-grand-colombier-2007-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Tour Grand Colombier 12.5,Red,Italy,"Easy, thin and crisp, this ruby-colored Chianti offers aromas and flavors of white cherry, almond and pressed flowers. A watery mouthfeel is closed by a touch of piquant acidity.",,11,82,Tuscany,Chianti,,Benedetto 2009 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benedetto-2009-red-chianti/,Red Blend,2009,Benedetto 13,Red,France,A lean and underweight wine. It has some juicy fruit but it misses depth of flavor.,,22,82,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château la Rode 2009 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rode-2009-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Rode 15.5,Red,US,"This Zin is the poster child for excessive alcohol, officially 15.5% but possibly even higher. Some wines can wear this level of heat well, but this one doesn't, despite some tasty flavors of berries and chocolate.",Sydney,36,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2009 Sydney Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2009-sydney-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Wilson 13,Red,US,"Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot dominate the blend, with other varieties not identified by the winery. The wine is sweet and not quite ripe.",,14,82,California,California Other,California,Echelon 2010 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-2010-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Echelon 14.1,White,US,"Mainly Sauvignon Blanc, with Chardonnay, this is a simple wine, sugary sweet and soft.",Beachfront,18,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bedarra 2010 Beachfront White (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedarra-2010-beachfront-white-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,White Blend,2010,Bedarra 13,Red,Chile,"Generic, with candied cassis and blueberry aromas that are rudimentary and jammy. Feels clampy, with baked, herbal-leaning red fruit flavors followed by a scratchy, grabby finish. Even among value Cabs this wine fails to make an impression.",,9,82,Maule Valley,,,Sundance 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sundance-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sundance 13.9,Red,US,"A disagreeable wine, sharp and green in the mouth, with a minty, vegetal edge to the blackberry fruit.",,12,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,TWODOG 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twodog-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,TWODOG 14.5,Red,US,"Feels hot and prickly, with simple cherry, cola and spice flavors, as well as thick, astringent tannins. And the acidity tastes unnatural.",,17,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2009 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2009-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2009,Ancient Peaks 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Smells a bit pickled and green at first, with a thick and sweet palate that's not easy to wade through. Sweet lime and orange-mango flavors set up a pithy finish.",Spumante,9,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Spumante Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-spumante-sparkling-cava-139410/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 15.7,Red,US,"Frankly sweet, with sugary raspberry and cherry jam flavors. That sweetness may be the result of excessively high alcohol, residual sugar or, more likely, both. Either way, it's not a dry table wine, but it is a good wine that lots of Zin people will like.",Will's Hill Vineyard,24,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Minassian-Young 2009 Will's Hill Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/minassian-young-2009-wills-hill-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,Minassian-Young 14,Red,Chile,"Roasted black olive and rubber aromas set up a tannic and heavy palate with a lot of oak but not much fruit to back it up. Tastes like cinnamon and spice, with middling blackberry and bitterness on the finish.",Classic Series,12,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2010 Classic Series Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2010-classic-series-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2010,Montes 13,Red,Chile,"Chunky and loud on the nose, with olive, oak resin and candied black fruit aromas. Feels astringent and drawing, with herbal plum and roasted berry flavors that are tart in the middle. Staunch, grabby and tight on the finish.",,10,83,Central Valley,,,Cono Sur 2010 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2010-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2010,Cono Sur 13.5,Red,Chile,"Edgy aromas of citrus peel, green bean and green tobacco fail to register. The palate feels both flabby and high in acidity, as if it were worked on to not much avail. Tastes herbal and green, with a minty finish.",Casillero del Diablo Reserve,12,83,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Casillero del Diablo Reserve Malbec (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-casillero-diablo-reserve-malbec-rapel-valley/,Malbec,2010,Concha y Toro 13.6,Red,US,"This is a Bordeaux blend, and while it's a simple wine, the price isn't bad. It shows plenty of ripe raspberry and cherry fruit, and finishes on the sweet side.",Field Blend,7,83,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 2009 Field Blend Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-2009-field-blend-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,CK Mondavi 13.5,Red,Chile,"Smells dusty and peppery at first, and then milk chocolate and herbal aromas take over. Feels grabby, with bland, average blackberry flavors that are covered by faux oak, vanilla and milk chocolate. Hollow and confected as a whole.",,9,83,Central Valley,,,San Elias 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-elias-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,San Elias 13.5,Red,US,"Floral and a tad vegetative, this Cab is decent at first, but quickly turns disjointed and donut-y.",,13,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Healdsburg Ranches 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/healdsburg-ranches-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Healdsburg Ranches 12.2,Red,US,"Scents of black coffee and ripe black fruit meld with notes of damp, forest soil on this earthy Hudson River Baco Noir. Pleasant, but a whiff of rubber that trails from start to finish detracts.",,28,83,New York,New York Other,Hudson River Region,Benmarl 2009 Baco Noir (Hudson River Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benmarl-2009-other-red-baco-noir-other-hudson-river-region/,Baco Noir,2009,Benmarl 12,White,US,"Sheer on the nose and palate with flavors of lemon and lime juice accented by hints of salted nuts and brine. These flavors are savory and clean, but could use a boost of concentration and depth.",,13,83,New York,New York Other,New York,Brotherhood 2010 Chardonnay (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brotherhood-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Brotherhood 13,Rose,France,"Darker in color than a rosé, this Clairet is fruity with ripe strawberry fruit. But it does seem heavily laced with caramel as well as some tannins and spice.",,12,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Clairet,,Château de Fontenille 2010 Rosé (Bordeaux Clairet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontenille-2010-rose-clairet/,Rosé,2010,Château de Fontenille 13.5,Red,France,"Taut, stalky wine, very structured. There is fruit but it is herbal, green, missing ripeness. The tannins have the same character.",,14,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Grand Jean 2010 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-jean-2010-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Grand Jean 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Sweet apple aromas are highly regular, leading to a round palate without a whole lot of sparkle. Tastes tropical and candied, and there's not much to the mild finish.",Reserva Brut,15,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Painous NV Reserva Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/painous-nv-reserva-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Painous 13.6,Red,US,"A sound, everyday-style Merlot, juicy and soft, with jammy raspberry and cherry flavors. Easy to drink with a cheeseburger.",Wildcreek Canyon,7,83,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 2009 Wildcreek Canyon Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-2009-wildcreek-canyon-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,CK Mondavi 13.6,Red,US,"A simple little Cabernet, soft and silky, with sweet, candied flavors of raspberries, cherries and vanilla. Pretty good for the price.",Wildcreek Canyon,7,83,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 2009 Wildcreek Canyon Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-2009-wildcreek-canyon-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,CK Mondavi 13.5,Red,Chile,"Light and leafy smelling, with red fruit aromas as well as mint and green notes. Feels exceedingly angular and acidic, leaving quick, tart flavors of raspberry and red plum to match wits with buttery oak. Sharp on the finish, and ultimately a bit sour.",Reserva,12,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Chono 2010 Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chono-2010-reserva-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Chono 14.1,Red,US,"While it shows modest cherry pie filling flavors, it's simple and sweet, with a harshness from acidity and tannins.",Les Enfants Terribles,24,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dashe Cellars 2010 Les Enfants Terribles Grenache (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2010-enfants-terribles-grenache-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Grenache,2010,Dashe Cellars 13,Red,US,"With Lodi fruit dominating the blend, this Cabernet is soft, sweet and simple. It has blackberry and cherry flavors.",,14,82,California,California Other,California,Echelon 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Echelon 12,White,Spain,"Light in every way, from color to bouquet to weight to flavors. Smells like nettles and grapefruit. Feels wet and dilute, with spritz and flavors of grapefruit and melon. Drink chilled or in a spritzer or white Sangria.",,10,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Tapeña 2010 Verdejo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapena-2010-spanish-white-verdejo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Verdejo,2010,Tapeña 13.9,Red,US,"A sweet, simple wine, with candied blackberry and raisin flavors, accented with lots of oak.",,20,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Ca' Momi 13.5,Red,Spain,"Reduced and green on the nose, with an overriding aroma of beet juice. Thick and almost cloying, with a jammy, stewy, stemmy set of flavors that finish herbal and green. Has darkness and weight but little more; 50% Tempranillo and 50% Garnacha.",Coupage,17,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas y Viñedos Noe 2009 Coupage (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinedos-noe-2009-coupage-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-rioja/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2009,Bodegas y Viñedos Noe 14.9,Red,US,"A simple Zinfandel, with sweet, spicy pie filling berry and cherry flavors. It has some extra features of minerality that are interesting, but it's still fundamentally one-dimensional.",Ellie's Old Vine,34,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2009 Ellie's Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2009-ellies-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Wilson 14,Red,Italy,"This informal Sangiovese-based red wine (in a screwcap bottle) shows bright berry nuances of cassis, cranberry and forest fruit. The wine finishes in an easy-drinking but crisp style.",,12,83,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio alle Sughere 2008 Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-alle-sughere-2008-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2008,Poggio alle Sughere ,Red,US,"Kool-aid character, light raspberry fruit, slightly candied, with an artificial tang to the finish.",Skookum,20,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walter Dacon 2008 Skookum Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walter-dacon-2008-skookum-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Walter Dacon 13,White,Portugal,"A very herbal wine, with vegetal flavors of celery and asparagus. Citrusy acidity comes through at the end.",Cister da Ribeira Branco,9,83,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2010 Cister da Ribeira Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2010-cister-ribeira-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2010,Quinta de Ventozelo 13.5,Red,Spain,"Leafy and burnt smelling, with muddled fruit aromas that don't offer much. Feels grabby and tastes mostly of baked berry fruit and bitter spice. Shows some heat and burn on the finish, which is herbal in flavor.",Próximo,10,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Riscal 2009 Próximo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-riscal-2009-proximo-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2009,Marqués de Riscal 14,Red,Chile,"Herbal and briary on the nose, with green aromas of oregano and sage. Feels rather lean and abrasive, with high acidity and minty flavors of herbal plum and pie cherry. Tight, hot and spicy on the finish.",,9,83,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2010 Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2010-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Echeverria 13,White,US,"This is a thin, acidic wine, and it's not quite ripe, to judge from the green, grassy, ammonia notes. It's wonderfully dry and crisp in acidity, but that lack of richness makes it difficult to like.",Terroir Coquerel,37,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Coquerel Family Wine Estates 2009 Terroir Coquerel Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquerel-family-wine-estates-2009-terroir-coquerel-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Coquerel Family Wine Estates 13,White,Spain,"Gold in color and lightly oxidized on the nose, and it's still young. Smells heavy and creamy, like hay. Feels flat, with pickled flavors and mealy apple on the finish. Runs plump, sweet and seems like an imposter for Chardonnay.",Inspiración,40,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2010 Inspiración Tempranillo Blanco (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2010-inspiracion-spanish-white-tempranillo-blanco-rioja/,Tempranillo Blanco,2010,Bodegas Valdemar 13.9,White,US,"Too oaky, with dominating tastes of buttered toast that swamp the pineapple and orange fruit. The oak follows through in a sweet, caramelized finish.",,16,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2010 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2010-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Ca' Momi 12.5,White,US,"Dainty lemon and lime flavors brighten rustic notes of golden hay and grass on this light-bodied Seyval Blanc. There's not a lot of concentration or length, but it's a refreshing, easy sip.",,15,83,New York,New York Other,Hudson River Region,Benmarl 2010 Seyval Blanc (Hudson River Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benmarl-2010-other-white-seyval-blanc-other-hudson-river-region/,Seyval Blanc,2010,Benmarl 14,White,US,"With lots of sweet oak, this is a simple Chardonnay. It's marked by buttered toast, caramel, vanilla and pineapple jam flavors that will appeal to fans of this ripe California style.",Reserve,24,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bedarra 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedarra-2009-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Bedarra 13,White,France,"A wine that has more richness than typical for Muscadet. A candy-shop sweetness broadens out the wine's citrusy acids, leaving behind a sense of softness on the finish.",The Pairing Collection Lobster & Shrimp,10,83,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Barton & Guestier 2011 The Pairing Collection Lobster & Shrimp (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2011-pairing-collection-lobster-shrimp-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2011,Barton & Guestier 13.5,Red,Chile,"Smells oceanic, like sea foam, field greens and flowers. Feels lean, quick and tart, with fresh red fruit flavors followed by acidity and dry, peppery spice. Lightly oaky and tangy on the finish.",Albamar,13,83,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2010 Albamar Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2010-albamar-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,William Cole 13.5,Red,US,"Good blackberry fruit in this Cabernet, and it's fine for everyday purposes. But it falls apart in structure, being too soft and featureless.",,11,83,California,California Other,California,McManis 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,McManis 13,Red,Spain,"Rusty in color, then briney and leafy on the nose, with rooty, nutty, murky plum and earth aromas. Feels clipped and jagged, with tart cherry, citrus and leafy flavors. Dry and hollow on the finish.",Gran Reserva,15,83,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Viña Albali 2004 Gran Reserva Red (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-albali-2004-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-valdepenas/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Viña Albali 14,Red,Spain,"Smells like grapey berry fruits and violets. Feels clampy and tannic, with a rubbery mouthfeel and oaky, slightly green flavors of blueberry and black currant. Grainy and grabby on the finish.",,11,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Sinfonía 2010 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinfonia-2010-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2010,Sinfonía 14.5,Rose,US,"Dark in color, this rosé made from Grenache grapes is quite sour and a little off-balance, though the bottle it comes in is very pretty.","Georgetown Divide, Rouge Grenache",10,83,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,"Duarte Georgetown 2009 Georgetown Divide, Rouge Grenache Rosé (El Dorado)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duarte-georgetown-2009-divide-rouge-grenache-rose-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Rosé,2009,Duarte Georgetown 12.5,Red,Italy,"This Sangiovese from the far away 2005 vintage shows aged aromas of spice, candied fruit and polished mineral. It's bright in the mouth in terms of acidity, but not much fresh fruit is left.",Rubbia al Colle Drumo,15,83,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fratelli Muratori 2005 Rubbia al Colle Drumo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-muratori-2005-rubbia-al-colle-drumo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2005,Fratelli Muratori 12.5,Red,France,A thin wine that is all dry tannins and not enough fruit. It is lightweight with just a hint of juiciness.,,30,83,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château du Vallier 2007 Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vallier-2007-red-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château du Vallier 13.5,Red,US,"A tough, gritty wine, dry and tannic, with some decent berry and cherry flavors. It's the kind of red wine that will happily wash down a cheeseburger.",Rosso di Napa,11,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2009 Rosso di Napa Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2009-rosso-napa-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Ca' Momi 12.5,Red,Italy,Terra di Siena is an easygoing Tuscan red that begs for a pairing with cheesy pasta or risotto. The fat element in those foods would be balanced by the wine's fresh acidity and easy berry flavors.,Terra di Siena,12,84,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Tenuta di Trecciano 2010 Terra di Siena (Chianti Colli Senesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-trecciano-2010-terra-siena-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,2010,Tenuta di Trecciano 13,White,Spain,"Aromas of oil and almond skins leave things in a neutral state. Feels heavy, round and fleshy, with mealy apple and spice flavors. Feels soft, weighty and pithy on the finish. Lacks the vivacity that Verdejo is known for.",,15,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Viore 2010 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viore-2010-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Viore 12.5,Red,France,"Produced by the largest Bordeaux cooperative, this is a freshly fruity wine, with simple red fruit flavors and soft tannins. There is a smoky edge and pink raspberry acidity.",Chevalier de Saint-André,10,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Univitis 2009 Chevalier de Saint-André (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/univitis-2009-chevalier-saint-andre-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Univitis 14.2,White,US,"Too oaky, with buttered toast and vanilla swamping the underlying pineapple fruit. The malolactic fermentation has added buttered popcorn notes. An over-manipulated wine made to appeal to the popular style.",,21,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Rutherford Hill 12,White,US,"Aromas of ripe nectarines entice on the nose of this clean, crisp, medium-bodied Chardonnay. While initially quite soft, there's a tartness towards the midpalate that reflects hints of underripe stone fruit and quince.",,16,84,New York,New York Other,New York,Tousey 2010 Chardonnay (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tousey-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Tousey 14.1,Red,US,"Dry and brittle, with less than fully ripened cherry fruit. There's actually a vegetal edge, which makes the acids and tannins uncomfortably hard. A poor example of this celebrated vineyard.",Babcock Vineyards,40,84,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Pacific Coast 2008 Babcock Vineyards Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-coast-2008-babcock-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Pacific Coast 14.8,Red,US,"Tastes like the wine equivalent of a dessert pastry. It's soft and sugary sweet, with raspberry and cherry pie filling, white chocolate and vanilla flavors. High alcohol gives it a peppery heat.",1000 Vines,24,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Minassian-Young 2009 1000 Vines Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/minassian-young-2009-1000-vines-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,Minassian-Young 13,Red,Italy,"This is an easy, fruit-driven Chianti Classico that shows cherry, white almond and pressed violets. There's a darker side in the mouth that translates into raw notes of cola and smoked bresaola.",,20,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria la Castellina 2008 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-castellina-2008-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Fattoria la Castellina 12,Red,France,"Soft, lightweight wine, with gentle tannins and a thin fruit character. There is plenty of acidity to give freshness. Drink now.",,14,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Dame Jane 2010 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dame-jane-2010-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Dame Jane 12.5,Red,Italy,"Easy, simple and clean, this no-fuss Chianti opens with white cherry, forest berry and blue flowers. It's a subtle, soft wine with a compact but watery close.",,10,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,Caposaldo 2010 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caposaldo-2010-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2010,Caposaldo 12.5,White,Spain,"Abnormal by white wine standards, with oily aromas of smoked meat, air freshener and exotic spices. Feels flabby but also dilute, with just enough verve to keep it alive. Flavors of melon and apple are round and spicy, but it's already breaking up and won't last much longer.",Dama de Toro,11,84,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Fariña 2010 Dama de Toro Malvasia (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2010-dama-toro-italian-white-malvasia-toro/,Malvasia,2010,Bodegas Fariña 12.5,Red,Italy,"Bellini's easygoing Chianti opens with dried spice, white pepper and red fruit, following to the palate with fresh acidity and a lean consistency. Pair this wine with a heaping plate of pasta and tomato sauce.",,13,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,Bellini 2010 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellini-2010-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2010,Bellini ,Red,France,"This fruity Beaujolais features hints of bananas and red berries. It's soft, rounded and very approachable. Ready to drink.",The Pairing Collection Cheese & Crackers,10,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Barton & Guestier 2011 The Pairing Collection Cheese & Crackers (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2011-pairing-collection-cheese-crackers-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2011,Barton & Guestier 15.8,Red,US,"Shows Zinfandel's rustic, rugged side, with irregular tannins, high alcohol and ripe berry fruit and spice flavors. Almost as sweet as a minor Port. Ready to drink now.",Pauline's Vineyard,32,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Kokomo 2009 Pauline's Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2009-paulines-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Kokomo 12.5,White,US,"Sweet butter and caramel notes linger amidst smoke and char on this unabashedly oaky, full-bodied Iowa Seyval Blanc. Savory pressed apple flavors are pleasant but subdued.",,16,84,Iowa,Iowa,,Jasper 2007 Seyval Blanc (Iowa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jasper-2007-other-white-seyval-blanc-iowa/,Seyval Blanc,2007,Jasper 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Tuscan Merlot shows unripe aromas of green herb and olive backed by a raw, sharp feel. It does offer bright acidity on the close.",Colle dei Mandorli,35,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta San Vito 2007 Colle dei Mandorli Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-san-vito-2007-colle-mandorli-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2007,Tenuta San Vito 13,Red,US,"A bit on the thin, simple side, but packs plenty of flavor in the form of ripe raspberries, cherries, milk chocolate and cola. The grapes come from both the Central Valley and the Arroyo Seco appellation.",,14,84,California,California Other,California,Echelon 2010 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Echelon 12,White,France,"Soft, fruity wine, very smooth, its pear and green plum flavors integrated into acidity along with a light touch of sweetness. Ready to drink.",Réserve Spéciale,15,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2010 Réserve Spéciale (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2010-reserve-speciale-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 13.5,White,US,"Shows crisp acidity and sweet, jammy orange, pineapple and peach flavors that have a sugary finish. Defines the sweet, oaky, simple California style, if that's your thing.",Winemaker's Blend,20,84,California,California Other,Sonoma County-Monterey County-Napa County,Ghost Pines 2010 Winemaker's Blend Chardonnay (Sonoma County-Monterey County-Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-pines-2010-winemakers-blend-chardonnay-other-sonoma-county-monterey-county-napa-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Ghost Pines 13.5,Red,Chile,"Sulfuric at first, then light and leafy on the nose. Smells like a cool-climate wine with jumpy, fresh, tight flavors of raspberry and cherry accented by mild woodspice. Mixes overt sweet and oaky flavors with a lean body.",Clava Coastal Reserve,13,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Quintay 2010 Clava Coastal Reserve Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintay-2010-clava-coastal-reserve-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Quintay 12.5,Rose,France,"Low intensity fruit and floral aromas are hidden in the bouquet, with minor suggestions of strawberry hull and crushed carnation to be found only upon deep nosing. Light and easy in the mouth with a short but clean finish.",Grenache,11,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2010 Grenache Rosé (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2010-grenache-rose-pays-doc/,Rosé,2010,Les Jamelles 12,Red,US,"Mocha chocolate and cherry pie scents linger on the palate of this plush, easy-drinking Cab Franc. Straightforward yet densely fruited with fleshy cherry and strawberry flavors, it finishes on a pleasant caramel note.",,19,84,New York,New York Other,New York,Palaia Vineyards 2008 Cabernet Franc (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palaia-2008-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Palaia Vineyards 13,White,Spain,"This may appeal more to some than others because barrel-fermented Viura is a tough row. Smells a lot like creamed corn or wheat, with apple cider on the side. It's barely acidic enough, thus it's soft in feel and tastes of butterscotch, melon and flabby apple. Seemingly less interesting than in the past.",Fermentado en Barrica,15,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Nueva 2010 Fermentado en Barrica Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-nueva-2010-fermentado-en-barrica-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2010,Finca Nueva 13,Red,Italy,"This easy but fresh Chianti Classico makes a great choice for simple pasta dishes. It's a lean, compact but fresh wine that would cut straight through cheese toppings.",Tommaso Bojola,21,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria la Castellina 2007 Tommaso Bojola (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-castellina-2007-tommaso-bojola-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Fattoria la Castellina 13,Rose,Portugal,"A soft and fruity wine, with raspberry and caramel flavors. It is attractively lightened by acidity and give a soft, off-dry aftertaste.",Conde de Vimioso Colheita Seleccionada,9,84,Tejo,,,Falua 2010 Conde de Vimioso Colheita Seleccionada Rosé (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2010-conde-vimioso-colheita-seleccionada-rose-tejo/,Rosé,2010,Falua 13,Red,Portugal,"A curious wine that has little connection with Pinot Noir tastes. It has red fruits, hints of cherry, but for the rest is an attractive red wine and no more.",Quinta de Cidrô,35,84,Duriense,,,Real Companhia Velha 2008 Quinta de Cidrô Pinot Noir (Duriense),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-companhia-velha-2008-quinta-cidro-pinot-noir-duriense/,Pinot Noir,2008,Real Companhia Velha 13.5,Red,Chile,"This wine's quality ranges from year to year. This vintage smells foxy, jumpy and not all that convincing, with spunky cherry and berry notes. It's clamp city in the mouth, with hard tannins and herbal, foxy flavors of wild berry that finish choppy and grinding.",60/40 Reserve Barrel Select,12,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2009 60/40 Reserve Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2009-60-40-reserve-barrel-select-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2009,Santa Ema 7,Sparkling,Spain,"Smells sweet as cantaloupe, with perfume tossed in. Shows acidity and a smooth bubble wave on the palate along with flavors of watermelon, lychee and cantaloupe. Fresh but quick on the finish.",Opera Prima Pink Moscato,8,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,J. Garcia Carrion NV Opera Prima Pink Moscato Sparkling (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-garcia-carrion-nv-opera-prima-pink-moscato-sparkling-vino-tierra-castilla/,Sparkling Blend,,J. Garcia Carrion 12.5,Red,France,Simply fruity Bordeaux. It has signs of wood and black currant fruit along with acidity and a light layer of tannin. Drink now.,Prince Rubis,25,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,De Mour 2008 Prince Rubis (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mour-2008-prince-rubis-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,De Mour 12,Sparkling,Australia,"Soft and creamy in style, with aromas and flavors of pineapple and ginger. Off dry on the finish.",Emeri Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc,13,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli NV Emeri Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc Sparkling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-bortoli-nv-emeri-sparkling-sauvignon-blanc-sparkling-south-eastern-australia/,Sparkling Blend,,De Bortoli 14.9,Red,US,"The new oak barrel flavors stick out aggressively, and help to create a strong impression of drying tannins. The fruit is light and chalky, with young vine flavors of generic red berries.",Spice Cabinet Vineyard,33,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Mercer 2008 Spice Cabinet Vineyard Malbec (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2008-spice-cabinet-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Malbec,2008,Mercer 14.5,Red,US,"The Zephyr Ridge vineyard provides the fruit for this brambly Petite Sirah. It was aged for 22 months in American oak, and has that roughshod character, a mix of wild berry, garrigue and clean earth.",,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Thurston Wolfe 2008 Petite Sirah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2008-petite-sirah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Petite Sirah,2008,Thurston Wolfe 13,Rose,France,"A good choice for those who like their rosés light and easy, this pretty wine offers subtle notes of pink peony, red cherry, hard banana and a touch of white chocolate creaminess in the mouth. Enjoy now.",Mas Fenouillet,13,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Vignobles Jeanjean 2010 Mas Fenouillet Rosé (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-jeanjean-2010-mas-fenouillet-rose-faugeres/,Rosé,2010,Vignobles Jeanjean 13,Red,Italy,"Concentrated, thick and dark in appearance, this lush Chianti Classico shows a dark ruby color and flavors of black cherry, cassis and cola. It feels a warm in the mouth, with a powerful finish.",,30,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Vignavecchia 2008 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignavecchia-2008-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Vignavecchia 13.6,Red,US,"Riverbench's regular estate Pinot Noir, as opposed to their excellent Mesa reserve, has struggled over the years, and this '09 continues that pattern. It's elegantly structured, but somewhat underripe, with an asparagus edge to the raspberries, cherries and sweet oak.",Estate,28,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Riverbench 2009 Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverbench-2009-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Riverbench 13.5,White,Portugal,"An herbal wine, crisp and green with an attractive citrus edge. Some yellow fruits show while it is the acidity and taut mineral character that is dominant.",Evel Branco,13,86,Douro,,,Real Companhia Velha 2010 Evel Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-companhia-velha-2010-evel-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2010,Real Companhia Velha 13.8,White,US,"The label doesn't tell you, but this is from the Firestone family's Curtis Winery vineyards in the Santa Ynez Valley. It's a very nice wine, especially at this price. A little too sweet, its orange, lime, lemongrass and vanilla flavors are balanced by crisp acidity.",Vintner's Selection,13,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rock Hollow 2010 Vintner's Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-hollow-2010-vintners-selection-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Rock Hollow 13.5,Red,France,"A Syrah-dominant blend with 20% Grenache and 20% Cinsault, this wine exhibits some greenness to the skin-driven red fruit flavors. Herbal notes of rosemary and thyme sprigs add depth to the nose and mouth, while a touch of mocha graces the clean finish.",Le Cinq Montpeyroux,22,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Le Mas de Bertrand 2008 Le Cinq Montpeyroux Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-mas-bertrand-2008-cinq-montpeyroux-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Le Mas de Bertrand 12.5,Red,France,"Balanced, ready-to-drink wine with attractive, ripe red fruits and good acidity. It is fresh, the tannins giving an enjoyable firmness to an otherwise fruity wine.",,17,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,La Croix de Renaud 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croix-renaud-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,La Croix de Renaud 14.4,Red,US,"A solid Zinfandel, a little sweet but not too much, with softly drinkable tannins. The flavors are ripe, suggesting raspberries, cherries, mocha, brown sugar, cinnamon and cloves.",,28,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Kokomo 2009 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Kokomo ,Red,Italy,"This Bolgheri blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Syrah opens with raw, foxy aromas of cherry and sour fruit. But it also shows fine tones of root beer and black licorice on the finish.",Ai Confini del Bosco,,86,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Mulini di Segalari 2009 Ai Confini del Bosco (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulini-segalari-2009-ai-confini-bosco-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2009,Mulini di Segalari 13.5,Red,US,"While ripe on the nose with scents of juicy red cherries, mocha chocolate and Graham cracker crumbs, this soft, light-bodied Pinot Noir gains a slightly rustic edge on the midpalate with hints of fall foliage and a soft, furry coating of tannins on the finish.",Sarah's Hill,40,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Jamesport 2007 Sarah's Hill Pinot Noir (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamesport-2007-sarahs-hill-pinot-noir-long-island-north-fork/,Pinot Noir,2007,Jamesport 14.2,White,US,"Sweet, rich and oaky, marked by flavors of buttered popcorn, toast, pineapple jam and ripe apricots. Made in the modern style that will be liked by many, but not particularly sophisticated.",,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,James Family Cellars 2010 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-family-cellars-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,James Family Cellars 13.5,Sparkling,Australia,"Really dark, vibrant purple in color, with oak-inflected notes of cedar, vanilla and chocolate layered over black cherries. It's on the soft, slightly sweet side, but offers an easy-to-drink mouthful of sparkling Shiraz.",The Scarlet Letter Sparkling,20,86,South Australia,Padthaway,,Henry's Drive Vignerons NV The Scarlet Letter Sparkling Shiraz (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henrys-drive-vignerons-nv-scarlet-letter-sparkling-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-padthaway/,Shiraz,,Henry's Drive Vignerons 14,Red,US,"Oddly acidic and hard in the mouth for Merlot, a variety that's supposed to be soft and silky. You'll find black cherry flavors, but not enough to punch through the tannins. Doesn't seem capable of aging, so drink up.",,35,86,California,Napa,Calistoga,Coquerel Family Wine Estates 2009 Merlot (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquerel-family-wine-estates-2009-merlot-napa-calistoga/,Merlot,2009,Coquerel Family Wine Estates 12,White,France,"This intensely fruity wine has richness, yellow fruit flavors and a touch of spice and citrus zest. Its soft aftertaste that makes it immediately attractive.",Sélection Prestige,15,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2010 Sélection Prestige (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2010-selection-prestige-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 12.1,Sparkling,US,"Pungent and spicy, with a sulfurous opening. Once the SO2 blows off, the minty, licorice flavors poke through.",Brut,12,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle NV Brut Sparkling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-nv-brut-sparkling-columbia-valley-wa-143242/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Ste. Michelle 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Mild salinic aromas bring lime and lychee. Feels standard and smooth enough, with sweet white fruit flavors that suggest peach. As a semi-dry, it always feels and tastes sugary.",Carta Nevada Semi Dry,9,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Carta Nevada Semi Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-carta-nevada-semi-dry-sparkling-cava-139409/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 10.1,Dessert,US,"Considered as a dessert wine, this Moscato is O.K. It has orange and vanilla pastry flavors, brightened by acidity. Don't even think about drinking it as a dry table wine, because it's very sweet.",Willow Springs,7,84,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 2010 Willow Springs Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-2010-willow-springs-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2010,CK Mondavi 14.6,Red,US,"Basic country-style Zin, dry and on the harsh side tannin-wise, with some green, mint and dried herb flavors to the brambly wild berry fruit. This is a gulping wine for backyard barbecues.",,14,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Bargetto 2004 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2004-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2004,Bargetto 13.9,Red,US,"Sharp in acidity and jellied, with sweet black cherry, cola and oak flavors.",,16,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ca' Momi 2009 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-momi-2009-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Ca' Momi 13.5,Rose,France,"This funky rosé shows an overly ripe and mushy red fruit character of muddled red berries, plum and banana. Full and somewhat flabby in the mouth with a fleeting finish.",,11,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes,,Cuvée de Peña 2010 Rosé (Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvee-pena-2010-rose-vin-pays-cotes-catalanes/,Rosé,2010,Cuvée de Peña 13.5,White,Chile,"Briny and stemmy smelling, which adds up to pickled. Feels juicy and scouring, with lime, citrus peel and bitterness on the flavor profile. Pithy and bitter on the finish.",Estate,12,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Estampa 2010 Estate Viognier-Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estampa-2010-estate-white-blend-viognier-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Viognier-Chardonnay,2010,Estampa 13.8,Dessert,US,"Year in and year out, Dolce is one of California's greatest sweet dessert wines, and in 2005, it may stand supreme. It's an impossibly rich wine, mainly because the botrytis mold developed perfectly in this fine vintage. Shows fabulous flavors of apricot purée, vanilla-infused crême brulée, pineapple sorbet and candied ginger, balanced with brilliant acidity. The residual sugar is 12 percent.",Late Harvest,85,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dolce 2005 Late Harvest Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dolce-2005-late-harvest-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2005,Dolce 14.1,Red,US,"It will be fascinating to taste this wine in six, eight, ten years. Right now, it's big, thick, dry and powerful. So sweet is the cherry fruit and so silky is the texture that the wine could almost be a young Grenache. Seems to have what it takes to age, so try after 2015.",Pastorale Vineyard,80,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freestone 2009 Pastorale Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freestone-2009-pastorale-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Freestone 13,Red,France,Soft wine that is now maturing. It is attractive with its red fruits and light tannins. The end is easy and fresh. Not for aging.,,50,86,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château le Pape 2007 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-pape-2007-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château le Pape 13.4,White,US,"This is always one of the best Chenin Blancs in California, and Foxen's 2010 is one of their best ever. With plenty of new French oak and some serious weight and depth, it has the texture of Chardonnay, and even some of the tropical fruit. But there's a white flower and green apple note that's unique, as well as brisk, bright acidity.",Ernesto Wickenden Vineyard,22,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2010 Ernesto Wickenden Vineyard Chenin Blanc (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2010-ernesto-wickenden-vineyard-chenin-blanc-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Foxen 15.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet that's made in the modern style of exceptional ripeness and softness, yet maintains an elegance that belies the sweet fruit. Just explodes with chocolate, blackberry, blueberry and black raspberry jam and toasty oak flavors. Delicious and compelling.",Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard,135,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Knights Bridge 2008 Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knights-bridge-2008-beckstoffer-dr-crane-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Knights Bridge 13.8,Red,US,"A huge Pinot Noir, superripe and exotic in raspberry and cherry jam, persimmon, cola, cinnamon, clove and sandalwood flavors. Defines the Sonoma Coast, with a crisp spine of acidity providing bright structure. Bold now, all fruit and oak, but has the balance to develop bottle nuance through 2015, at the very least.",Poinsett Split Rock Vineyard,48,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Calicaro 2009 Poinsett Split Rock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calicaro-2009-poinsett-split-rock-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Calicaro 14.5,Red,Spain,"A deep purple color veils a nose of oiled leather, dried spices, black plum and firm oak. In the mouth, flavors of plum, blackberry and mocha are amplified by warm, round tannins. A polished beauty that can be drunk now because it's so smooth; or hold it for up to 10 years.",Roda I Reserva,56,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Roda 2001 Roda I Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-roda-2001-i-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Bodegas Roda ,Red,US,"A lovely bottle of Pinot Noir, dry and silky and considerably lighter in body than most. Despite the lightness of texture, the wine is powerful, with succulent raspberry, cherry, Dr. Pepper cola, anise and white pepper flavors that linger long in the finish. Should develop in the bottle for at least six years.",Marimar Estate Vineyard,48,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,W.H. Smith 2009 Marimar Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2009-marimar-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,W.H. Smith 13.5,White,France,"Dominated by its toasty wood flavors, this is a wine still under development. It has weight, the fruit offering great potential richness. Spice, lime fruits and a firm, steely core all promise to come together into a fine wine in five years.",Champ Gain,100,93,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 2009 Champ Gain (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2009-champ-gain-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Olivier Leflaive 14,Red,Italy,"An interesting nose of raspberry truffle, vanilla, road tar and wax. On the palate the flavors proved slightly less intense, but stayed the course, and the wine showed none of the hollow middle of some 2003 Barolos. The finish was medium long. A wine to cellar for a few years, and a fine effort.",Cerequio,90,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Michele Chiarlo 2003 Cerequio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2003-cerequio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Michele Chiarlo 15,Red,Chile,"One of Chile's best wines is excellent in 2007. The bouquet is concentrated, jammy and powerful, with Graham cracker sweetness offset by earth notes and leather. Lush and deep across the palate, with classy cassis, blackberry and fudge flavors. Layered and silky on the finish. Drink now through 2014.",Gê,92,93,Colchagua Valley,,,Emiliana 2007 Gê Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2007-ge-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Emiliana 14.8,Red,US,"Deep, dark and dense, this striking Syrah opens with intense aromas of berry, cherry and cassis fruit. There's a compelling integration of barrel scents and flavors—toast, chocolate and coffee—and a lingering, silky finish.",Alder Ridge Vineyard,40,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Coeur d'Alene 2007 Alder Ridge Vineyard Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2007-alder-ridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2007,Coeur d'Alene 15.5,Red,Spain,"Lush and hedonistic red wine. Aromas of blackbery purée, campfire and molten chocolate lead to toasty wild berry, plum and fudge-like flavors. Lively, acidic, tannic and huge; not for the feint of heart or palate. Powerful and leaves a thick residue on the long finish. Hold until 2011.",,95,93,Northern Spain,Toro,,Campo Eliseo 2005 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-eliseo-2005-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2005,Campo Eliseo 14.9,Red,US,"A low-production blend of various vineyards, this could be the poster child for classic, drink-me Napa Cabernet. It's dry, smooth but rich in tannins, and enormously flavorful in blackberries, blueberries and currants. Oak, of course, plays a vital role. Upscale and impressive, it's a fine Cabernet for drinking now and over the next eight years.",Syn3rgy,55,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Cellars 2008 Syn3rgy Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2008-syn3rgy-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,B Cellars ,Red,US,"An old-fashioned Spring Mountain Cabernet, marked by hard tannins and a mountain concentration of primary fruit that makes it too astringent and direct to enjoy now. With massive blackberry, blueberry, cassis, dark chocolate and mineral flavors, it needs time to allow all the parts to conjoin. Give it another six years, at the very least.",,86,93,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Atlas Peak 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Atlas Peak 16,Red,Spain,"Gets out of the blocks with massive cedar, balsamic, tobacco and bold berry aromas. It's super rich and thorough in the mouth, with excellent balance for a 16% ABV Garnacha. Flavors of roasted black fruits, coconut, coffee and mocha are giant; finishes even more oaky and barrel-driven, with vanilla, coconut and toast flavors. Drink now through the winter of 2013.",,47,93,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Alto Moncayo 2008 Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alto-moncayo-2008-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2008,Alto Moncayo 14.5,Red,US,"A glamorous wine, rich and complex, with lots going on. Lacks perhaps some of the depth of, say, the '03 and '04, more on a par with the 2007, but still a very fine Insignia. With rich blackberry and cassis flavors wrapped into thick tannins and fine new oak sweetness, it's nowhere ready to drink now. Give it a rest until 2015.",Insignia,200,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2008 Insignia Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2008-insignia-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Joseph Phelps 14.5,Red,US,"A big wine, saturated in color and tremendously extracted in fruity richness. Explodes in blackberries, cassis and sweet new oak, and the tannins are strong and refined. Not particularly drinkable now, because the parts are only clumsily melded, but seems like a serious cellar candidate. Should begin to blossom in 6–8 years and, given this wine's history, will be rocking by 2020.",Backus Vineyard,250,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Joseph Phelps 2008 Backus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2008-backus-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Joseph Phelps 14.3,Red,US,"Mouth-filling and rich, in the MacPhail style, a Pinot whose flavors never stop working. Shows intensely ripe red cherry, raspberry, cola and red plum fruit, with delicious vanilla and toast notes from oak. Yet the wine feels light and silky. Combines an ease of drinking with the complexity you want from a great Anderson Valley Pinot Noir.",Wightman House Vineyard,55,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,MacPhail 2009 Wightman House Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2009-wightman-house-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,MacPhail ,Red,US,"This is Krug's flagship Cabernet, produced since 1944. Always 100% varietal, it's a big, tannic wine, made for aging. The '08 is a lovely wine, with classic old-style Cab flavors of blackberries, currants, herbs and cedar. It's certainly higher in alcohol than in the old days, but still maintains balance. Give it six years, at least.",Vintage Selection,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2008 Vintage Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2008-vintage-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Charles Krug 15.5,Red,US,"So sweet and rich, it's almost like a dessert in the form of wine. Oozes decadent blackberry jam, milk chocolate and toasty oak flavors. The fruit is so ripe, it veers into raisins, but not too much. Drink this flashy wine over the next four years.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard,135,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Knights Bridge 2008 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knights-bridge-2008-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Knights Bridge 13,Red,France,"No question that this is a wood-aged wine, with its raspberry fruit still under the strong influence of toast and spice. The fruit, though, is rich enough to balance the wine, its fruit tannins adding power and structure. Keep for 4–5 years.",La Futaille,42,92,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Labouré-Roi 2009 La Futaille (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2009-futaille-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2009,Labouré-Roi 13.5,White,US,"The winery's style is a leaner, more minerally and elegant Chardonnay, rather than the blowsy, ripe kind so popular these days. This '09 is quite fine, with brisk acidity and a steely tang to the orange and apricot flavors. Drink over the next three years with shellfish in cream and butter sauces.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,La Fenêtre 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,La Fenêtre 13.5,Dessert,Italy,Torcolato dessert wine offers a very clean presentation of aromas that span honey almond and dried jasmine to stone fruit and caramel. Try this beautiful wine with sharp Gorgonzola cheese or Stilton.,Torcolato,40,92,Veneto,Breganze,,Maculan 2008 Torcolato Vespaiolo (Breganze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maculan-2008-torcolato-italian-white-vespaiolo-breganze/,Vespaiolo,2008,Maculan 13.5,Red,Spain,"A sensational deal can be had with this wine, which opens with crusty berry aromas before shifting to cola, lemon peel and licorice. Tight and structured on the palate, with cherry, plum, vanilla and spice flavors. Harmonious and smooth; integrated and just rich enough. Drink now through 2013.",Reserva,19,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Eguía 2007 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-eguia-2007-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Viña Eguía 14.5,White,US,"Made in the Pride Mountain style, which is, in a word, humungous. The wine is huge and rich in pineapple, lemon pie, crême brulée, vanilla, buttercream and roasted meringue flavors that finish dry, with a scour of acidity. Satisfies your oaky Chardonnay sweet tooth, without cloying.",,37,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pride Mountain 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Pride Mountain 13,White,France,"With its initial toast flavors, this is a wine that is made for aging. It has weight and opulence to go with the structure and sweet fruits. The peaches combine with citrus in a delicious counterpoint to the structure. Age for 3–4 years.",Genevrières,96,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Pierre André 2009 Genevrières (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2009-genevrieres-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2009,Pierre André 13,White,France,"With less of the generosity of Meursault and more of the structure, this is a complex and concentrated wine that deserves aging. Yellow fruits and their acidity dominate what is also a toast-laden wine. It has weight, richness and potential.",Genevrières,,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Pierre André 2008 Genevrières (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2008-genevrieres-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Pierre André ,Red,US,"This is a very rich 100% Cabernet. It's not particularly Rutherford-esque, if that means anything anymore, but it is a full-bodied, varietally true wine, with deep flavors of blackberries and blackcurrants. The tannins and acids, however, are awkward, suggesting a good six years in the cellar.",Midnight Rambler,35,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Oriel 2007 Midnight Rambler Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oriel-2007-midnight-rambler-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Oriel 14,Red,Spain,"Smoky aromas of leather, balsam wood, tobacco and berry fruit are totally appealing. The palate is full and tight, with ripe flavors of berry and plum accented by coconut, vanilla and chocolate, all of which come courtesy of new oak. Smooth and classy on the finish; pretty much everything reads right here. Tempranillo, Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.",Hacienda de Susar,50,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de la Concordia 2005 Hacienda de Susar (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-concordia-2005-hacienda-susar-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2005,Marqués de la Concordia 13.7,Red,US,"Impressive, full-flavored and smooth, this rich and ripe Syrah offers classic, full-on varietal flavors. A mix of plush red fruits with generous acidity and streaks of roasted coffee and mocha, the wine just goes and goes.",,17,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Gordon Brothers 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the soft, mellow feeling a fine Merlot should possess, although it's certainly tannic enough, in the Duckhorn style. However, the tannins are intricate and accessible, and frame lush cherry, red currant, licorice and cinnamon spice flavors. Hard to resist now, and should hold over the next four years.",,52,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Duckhorn 14.5,Red,US,"The most notable thing about this Pinot is the acidity. It's brighter and crisper than almost any other Pinot out there. Almost as noteworthy are the raspberry, cranberry and licorice flavors, so spicy and pure. Such an interesting wine, and one that could develop bottle complexities over the next six years.",,39,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Heintz 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heintz-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Heintz 14.9,Red,US,"A full-flavored blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot, sourced from the Klipsun, Ciel du Cheval, and Kiona vineyards. Red Mountain is noted for its reds, and this one delivers. Mixed plum, cherry and cassis fruit is set against subtle streaks of chalk, graphite and ash. Complex and detailed, this young wine will blossom with further bottle age.",The Alibi,39,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Guardian 2008 The Alibi Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-cellars-2008-alibi-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2008,Guardian 14.5,Red,US,"If this Syrah was from Napa, or even Sonoma, it would cost a lot more. It's really good, with fine tannins framing delicious, complex flavors of ripe berries, cured meats, peppery spices and smoky sandalwood. Sophisticated and elegant, it's worth a special search. Only 476 cases were produced.",,25,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Falcone 2009 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falcone-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2009,Falcone 14.8,Red,US,"Another rich, soft, sensual release from this winery. Cabernet doesn't get riper than this, showing flashy, decadent blackberry, blueberry and currant flavors, liberally enriched with toasty oak. Seems too sweet and soft for aging, but a flashy wine to drink now.",,95,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Coup de Foudre 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coup-foudre-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Coup de Foudre 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A dry style of vintage, bound by its tannins, the black fruits adding an element of freshness to the rich, chunky texture. It has weight, great presence, a powerful dark wine for aging.",Quinta Senhora da Ribeira Vintage,60,92,Port,,,Dow's 2009 Quinta Senhora da Ribeira Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-2009-quinta-senhora-da-ribeira-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Dow's 14.5,Red,US,"Extraordinarily concentrated in blackberries, blueberries and black currants. So strongly sweet in fruit and oak, it's almost undrinkable now, tasting like a melted dessert tart. Yet the minerality, tannins and overall structural integrity strongly suggest ageability. Cellar this young wine until at least 2014.",VGS,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Château Potelle 2007 VGS Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-2007-vgs-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Château Potelle 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Dark, yet with intense red color, this is a smooth, chocolatey, sexy wine, great for a steak but delectable on its own. Dark, meaty aromas incorporate casses and cedar, while the palate is even blacker, with charred meat, black fruits and forest floor, with blueberry and cedar following. A bruiser, with a big feel and big tannins to match, the finish is a bit shut down, so buy a case and try a bottle over the next dozen years.",Vineyard in the Sky,26,92,Stellenbosch,,,Delaire 2003 Vineyard in the Sky Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delaire-2003-vineyard-in-sky-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Delaire ,Red,US,"Fruit is the hallmark of this blend, based on Cabernet Sauvignon but with one-third Merlot. It's flamboyant in blackberries and cherries, so ripe and pure, while oak adds an equal measure of sweet toast and smoke. With firm, ripe tannins, this wine needs time in the cellar. Should begin to come into its own after 2015.",Family Reserve Generations,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2008 Family Reserve Generations Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2008-family-reserve-generations-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Charles Krug 14.5,Red,US,"Lush, smooth and complex, this Merlot-based blend seems capable of a little development in the cellar. It's pretty tannic, although the cherry fruit is sweet and bright. Try holding for a year or two, but if you pop the cork now, give the wine a few hours of decanting.",Illustration,90,93,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Blackbird Vineyards 2008 Illustration Red (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2008-illustration-red-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Red Blend,2008,Blackbird Vineyards 13.5,White,France,"A firm, warm wine that appears closed up at this young stage in its career. It is structured with a firm and steely edge, the wine hinting at red apple, green plum and orange zest that balance with the toast. It could well age 7–8 years.",Les Combettes,62,93,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2009 Les Combettes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2009-combettes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2009,Château de Fuissé 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"From the faraway 1998 vintage, this lovely sparkling blend from northern Italy delivers a suave, smooth personality with complex layers of toasted baguette, honey-roasted almond, candied orange and ripe peach. Great intensity and a bitter almond finish cap the enduring mouthfeel.",Brut,,93,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco 1998 Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bosco-1998-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,1998,Ca' del Bosco 13,White,Austria,"The term Auslese is really describing the superb richness of the wine rather than its sweetness. With warm currant and sweet pear flavors, the wine is balanced and has a burst of final acidity.",Kammerner Lamm Auslese,,93,Niederösterreich,,,Bründlmayer 2009 Kammerner Lamm Auslese Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2009-kammerner-lamm-auslese-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Bründlmayer 14.8,Red,US,"Almost instantly identifiable as the Ciel du Cheval Syrah, this big and spicy wine offers berries galore. Though held back an extra couple of years before release, it has lost none of its freshness or vitality. Smooth and long, it rolls into a generous wash of butterscotch and chocolate, dotted with spice and finished with a mineral base.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,36,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,McCrea Cellars 2006 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2006-ciel-cheval-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2006,McCrea Cellars 13.5,Sparkling,US,"The vintage was kind to early ripeners, like the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that constitute this bubbly. It's enormous in strawberry, raspberry, orange and lime flavors, with an exotic spiciness, but despite the richness it's fundamentally dry. Treads the line between soft approachability and acidic ageability, offering the choice of pleasurable drinking now, or cellaring through the decade to see how it develops.",Brut LD,85,93,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2003 Brut LD Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2003-brut-ld-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Iron Horse 11.5,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a beautifully fragrant and intense dessert wine that offers delicate aromas of peach, apricot, honey, almond and lemon blossom. Feminine, pristine and very elegant, pair this wine with your best foie gras.",Castel Giovanelli Serenade Passito,20,93,,Alto Adige,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2007 Castel Giovanelli Serenade Passito Moscato Giallo (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2007-castel-giovanelli-serenade-passito-italian-white-moscato-giallo-alto-adige/,Moscato Giallo,2007,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 15,Red,US,"First you smell chocolate, then it quickly shows a piercing minerality, with tart boysenberry and pomegranate fruit. Dense without being heavy, it has compact layering that shows especially in the aromatics. A subtle, refined, elegant wine that does not feel at all like its 15% alcohol.",Pheasant Vineyard,35,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,K Vintners 2008 Pheasant Vineyard Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2008-pheasant-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2008,K Vintners 13.5,White,France,"All structure and textured fruit, this is a wine for the long term. All the elements are there, although restrained by the vintage. The yellow fruits are more peach than apricot, while wood is still domiNAt. But it does have the power and should be aged for 4–5 years.",Corton-Charlemagne,164,93,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Roux Père et Fils 2008 Corton-Charlemagne (Corton-Charlemagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2008-corton-charlemagne-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2008,Roux Père et Fils 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Rich wine, as befits a ripe year, full of damson jam and sweet tannins. Of course, it is still very young in a ripe fruity style. The structure is all there, ready for aging.",Vintage,62,93,Port,,,Quinta do Vesuvio 2009 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vesuvio-2009-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Quinta do Vesuvio 14,White,US,"A brilliant Sauvignon Blanc, like a great French Sancerre. It's bone dry and wonderfully crisp in acidity, with a perfect balance of citrus fruits, green apples, white flowers, dried herbs and minerals, dusted with white pepper and Chinese Five Spices. If there's any oak at all, it's well in the background.",River Road Ranch,23,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Trione 2010 River Road Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trione-2010-river-road-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Trione ,Red,Italy,"Terre Brune is an icon wine of Sardinia in the same way Sassicaia is an icon of coastal Tuscany. Helping to shine the quality spotlight on this beautiful Mediterranean island, this plush red wine boasts rich berry density and sophisticated background tones of smoke and spice.",Terre Brune Superiore,68,93,Sicily & Sardinia,Carignano del Sulcis,,Santadi 2006 Terre Brune Superiore (Carignano del Sulcis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santadi-2006-terre-brune-superiore-carignan-carignano-carignano-sulcis/,Carignano,2006,Santadi 15,Red,US,"Year in and year out, the Cold Creek Vineyard sources perhaps the most ageworthy, perfectly structured Cabernet in the entire Ste. Michelle portfolio. In 2008 the alcohol hits 15%, yet the tight, dense, cassis-laden body of the wine is intact, with an appropriate hint of herb. The length and balance once again suggest a wine that has decades of life ahead.",Cold Creek Vineyard,28,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2008 Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2008-cold-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.5,Red,US,"A big, vital Cabernet that feels dramatic from start to finish. Shows powerful mountain tannins and fruity concentration, packing a punch of blackberries, black currants and minerals. Terrific now after decanting, and should develop through 2015, at least.",,45,93,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Conn Creek 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Conn Creek ,Red,South Africa,"A selection of barrels for submission to the Cape Winemakers' Guild, of which David de Trafford is a member. This blend is ripe, impressively complex in its intense dark fruit, and spice. The colors are dark and as concentrated as the wood-laden black tarry fruits. It comes from the high, 900 feet, vineyards owned by De Trafford on the slopes of the Helderberg mountain.",Perspective,,93,Stellenbosch,,,de Trafford 2004 Perspective Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trafford-2004-perspective-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,de Trafford 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Exemplary and exotic in the same breath. Aromas of sandalwood, spiced blueberry compote and fine leather make for an awesome bouquet. The palate is structured and huge like any top-end Argentine Malbec, but there's purpose and elegance as well. Tastes of integrated oak, black fruits, subtle herbs and spice. Textured, deep and toasty on the finish. Drink now through 2015.",Chacayes,77,93,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,François Lurton 2007 Chacayes Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2007-chacayes-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,François Lurton 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"This beautiful Recioto di Soave (a dessert wine made with Garganega grapes) opens with a deep amber color and gorgeous aromas of candied fruit, butterscotch and lightly toasted almond. The mouthfeel is smooth, silky and long-lasting. Very nice.",Acinatium,55,93,Veneto,Recioto di Soave,,Suavia 2006 Acinatium (Recioto di Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/suavia-2006-acinatium-italian-white-garganega-recioto-soave/,Garganega,2006,Suavia 15,Red,France,"If you're going to enjoy this wine now, let it open up for a couple of hours to allow some of the nuanced notes to express themselves. Sultry aromas of boysenberry and blueberry are framed with complex additions of purple florals, sweet cured meat, vanilla bean and toasty oak. The palate is lush and mouthfilling, with fine but aggressive tannins and a beautiful minerality to the dark fruit core. Cocoa-dusted truffle flavors flood the long finish; hold until 2016–2020.",Rarissime,45,92,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Mas Gabinèle 2009 Rarissime Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-gabinele-2009-rarissime-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Mas Gabinèle 16,Dessert,Italy,"This precious vin santo opens with lovely aromas of caramel, butterscotch, vanilla bean and toasted honey-coated almond. There's a resiny feel in the mouth that is typical of this carefully aged dessert wine, and the close is sweet and tart at the same time.",,47,92,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti Classico,,Querciavalle 1998 Vin Santo del Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querciavalle-1998-white-vin-santo-chianti-classico/,White Blend,1998,Querciavalle 17,Dessert,Italy,"A fabulous dessert blend of Malvasia, Trebbiano and Sangiovese, this Vin Santo from the Chianti Rufina area is aged seven years in caratelli (made with mixed woods spanning from chestnut to cherry). It shows a bright golden color and intense aromas of resin, butterscotch and candied fruit. Very nice.",,34,92,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti Rufina,,I Veroni 2004 Vin Santo del Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-veroni-2004-white-vin-santo-chianti-rufina/,White Blend,2004,I Veroni 15,White,France,"Very rich gold color. Complex nose with strong earthy minerality and spice prevailing against a backdrop of subtle ripe stone fruit. Full-bodied and dry. Crisp acidity, richly textured with fairly warm balanced alcohol and packed with a medley of ripe tropical fruit and appealing savory earthy notes. Very long, rich finish.",Rangen de Thann Clos St. Urbain Grand Cru,114,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Rangen de Thann Clos St. Urbain Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-rangen-thann-clos-st-urbain-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 13,Red,France,"Ripe, sweet-fruited wine, its red berry fruits and opulent tannins giving a rounded feel. There is, as well, a good structure composed of acidity, licorice and wood. It needs 2–3 years still to really develop all its depth of flavor.",Santenots,68,91,Burgundy,Volnay,,Pierre André 2007 Santenots (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2007-santenots-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2007,Pierre André 13.6,White,France,"Rich, creamy wood-aged wine that shows pear, apple and toast flavors ane even a hint of honey. Smooth and textured, it has fine final spice and acidity to add further interest.",Eléve en Fûts de Chêne,35,91,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly 2009 Eléve en Fûts de Chêne (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chalet-pouilly-2009-eleve-en-futs-chene-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly 16.5,Dessert,Italy,"Rich and syrupy, this amber-colored Vin Santo shows tones of butterscotch, honey-covered almond, candied fruit and pressed rose. The wine feels silky and smooth with a long finish.",,,91,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti,,Badia di Morrona 2006 Vin Santo del Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badia-morrona-2006-white-vin-santo-chianti/,White Blend,2006,Badia di Morrona 14.5,Red,US,"The blend includes 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. The En Chamberlin Vineyard predictably shows a generous dose of the Cayuse funk, along with solid and deep flavors of earth, stem, herb and wild brambly fruits. It all comes together in a tight and spicy wine with more funk than Spanish character. Unique and precise, with lingering flavors.",El Jefe En Chamberlin Vineyard,60,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2008 El Jefe En Chamberlin Vineyard Tempranillo (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2008-el-jefe-en-chamberlin-vineyard-tempranillo-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Tempranillo,2008,K Vintners 14.4,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon is very strong in blackberries, black currants and cedar. It's also quite tannic. Clearly a rich, well-grown wine, but marked by immaturity, with unintegrated sweet fruit and oak flavors. Needs a good six years to start to knit together.",Hendry Vineyard,55,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2007 Hendry Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2007-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hendry 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Le Passule opens with a golden-amber color and bright aromas of candied orange, apricot, honey and caramel. This pretty dessert wine from Calabria in southern Italy is made with air-dried Mantonico grapes (a local native variety).",Le Passule Passito,30,91,Southern Italy,Val di Neto,,Librandi 2008 Le Passule Passito Mantonico (Val di Neto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-2008-le-passule-passito-italian-white-mantonico-val-neto/,Mantonico,2008,Librandi 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Good price for a sparkling wine this delicious and refined. Offers lots of bubbly pleasure, with orange, lime, vanilla, honey and yeasty flavors. Made from Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc.",Brut de Blancs,28,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2008 Brut de Blancs Sparkling (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2008-brut-blancs-sparkling-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Laetitia 12.5,White,France,"Full and buttery, as befits a Meursault, the wine also has a fine-textured acidity, spice and toast. It is rich, although with a crisp citrus edge that balances out the ripe melon and honey flavor. Ready to drink, but could age for a few years.",Les Chevaliers,49,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Labouré-Roi 2008 Les Chevaliers (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2008-chevaliers-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Labouré-Roi 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This Port shows considerable richness in its jammy, spicy red fruit character. It is dense, on the sweet side, with a great open, ripe style. The tannins are relatively soft, suggesting this delicious vintage is for medium-term aging.",Vintage,54,91,Port,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2009 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2009-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Quinta de la Rosa 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Chocolate and charcoal aromas form a dark and masculine greeting. There's also coffee and an herbal note to the nose. Lush but not heavy, tannic or plodding, with powerful black fruit and herbal flavors. Runs deep and long on the finish; impressive.",Reserva,24,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sottano 2010 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sottano-2010-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Sottano 14.6,Red,US,"Very ripe and deeply extracted in concentrated blackberry fruit, with a rich overlay of oak and the fine acidity and tannins that characterize a well made Napa Valley Cabernet. Lacks the stunning complexity of the '05 and even the '07, but still a remarkable wine. Needs time. Cellar until after 2015.",,58,91,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Trefethen 14,White,US,"Tasted among a flood of sweet, oaky Chardonnays, this one's a welcome winner. It's dry and crisp in acidity, and while there's plenty of pear, orange and papaya fruit, it also has a rocky minerality that grounds the richness. The alcohol is refreshingly low.",Ridley Vineyard,30,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Phillips Hill 2010 Ridley Vineyard Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phillips-hill-2010-ridley-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Phillips Hill 13.9,Red,US,"With only 75 cases made, this is 100% Pommard clone Pinot in all its glory. Opening with a great red cherry nose, the wine is bright with a luscious texture, noticeable balance of acidity and depth and a long finish. A Mendo Pinot not from Anderson Valley that does the county proud. Made from biodynamic grapes.",Pommard Clone,64,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Jeriko 2010 Pommard Clone Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeriko-2010-pommard-clone-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2010,Jeriko 12.8,White,US,"A lovely wine, rich and balanced and crisp, that shows how sometimes an offbeat blend can be better than a varietal wine. Made from Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer and Viognier, it's deliciously off-dry. Each variety brings something to the table, resulting in a whole that's superior to its parts.",VGS Explorer Epice,26,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Château Potelle 2010 VGS Explorer Epice White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-2010-vgs-explorer-epice-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2010,Château Potelle 14.1,Red,US,"A lovely wine, drinkable now and over the next few years. Made from Merlot, the two Cabernets and a dash of Syrah, it's rich and lush in blackberry, blueberry, cured meat, black pepper and cedar flavors, wrapped into smooth, spicy tannins.",Baby Blue,25,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Blue Rock 2009 Baby Blue Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-rock-2009-baby-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Blue Rock 14,White,Italy,"Definitely one of Italy's top three Sauvignon Blancs, this beautifully luminous wine presents pristine, cool-climate fragrances of white flower, passion fruit, fresh mountain herbs, honey and white almond. Zesty acidity caps a smooth, silky mouthfeel.",Sanct Valentin,38,91,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Produttori San Michele Appiano 2010 Sanct Valentin Sauvignon (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-produttori-san-michele-appiano-2010-sanct-valentin-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-alto-adige/,Sauvignon,2010,Cantina Produttori San Michele Appiano 50,Red,Spain,"Forceful and fully oaked, with dark, rubbery, minty black fruit flavors. The palate is a bit rugged but solid as granite. Tastes toasty and roasted, with black fruit and licorice flavors front and center. Rolls along well on the finish, showing lemon zest and clove notes. Drink now through 2014.",Capricho de Landaluce,50,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Landaluce 2007 Capricho de Landaluce (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-landaluce-2007-capricho-de-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Bodegas Landaluce 13.5,Red,Spain,"Mature, solid and alluring on the bouquet, with cigar box, dried leaves, citrus peel and mature berry fruit aromas. Stylish, lifted and fresh in the mouth, with herb, tobacco, caramel and dried fruit flavors. Composed throughout, with coffee and mocha on the finish. Drink now through 2014.",Viña Alarde Gran Reserva,25,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Berberana 2003 Viña Alarde Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berberana-2003-vina-alarde-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2003,Berberana 14.5,Red,US,"Few California Pinot Noirs gets riper or richer than this. It's marked by massive fruit flavors, namely of raspberries and cherries, as well as earthier notes of sautéed mushrooms, cola and tobacco. Very delicious, if a little too soft for comfort. Drink now with mushroom risotto and lamb for a glamorous combo.",Taylor Lane Vineyard,44,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Belle Glos 2009 Taylor Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-glos-2009-taylor-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Belle Glos 13,Red,France,"A smoothly ripe wine, with swathes of cherry and black currant fruits balanced by lively acidity. The wine, with its richness and the tannic structure, could well age for 3-4 years, although its fruitiness makes it delicious now.",Cuvée de la Lure,23,91,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Château de la Terrière 2009 Cuvée de la Lure (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-terriere-2009-cuvee-lure-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2009,Château de la Terrière 13.5,White,France,"A selection from different parcels in the Château de Fuissé vineyard, this is a rich wine, initially soft, then showing a more textured character. It has weight, concentration, the wood adding another dimension to an already complex wine.",Tête de Cru,39,91,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2009 Tête de Cru (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2009-tete-cru-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2009,Château de Fuissé 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Pricey, yes, but a very good wine. Filled with fruity flavors of strawberries, raspberries, limes and tangerines, it has a toasty richness, and finishes dry despite the core of sweetness. The bubbles are a little rough, but this still is a very fine sparkling wine.",DVX Rosé,65,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa 2005 DVX Rosé Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-2005-dvx-rose-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Mumm Napa 14,Red,Spain,"Deep and dark, with cola, blackberry and mossy aromas. This is full-bodied, tight and tannic, with hardness that will only be tempered by food and/or more time in bottle. Tastes bold, chunky and ripe, with chocolate and licorice along with heat and tannic fire. Drink now through 2017.",Prestigio,70,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Matarromera 2005 Prestigio (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matarromera-2005-prestigio-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Matarromera 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Calm, foresty, complex and inviting on the bouquet, with catchy berry and spice aromas. It's round, balanced and healthy in the mouth, with cola, dried herb, cassis and blackberry flavors. Chocolaty and oaky on the finish, but dry and proper. Almost identical to Qaramy's basic blend of Malbec, Cab and Syrah. Drink now.",Alto,30,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Qaramy 2005 Alto Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qaramy-2005-alto-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2005,Qaramy 14,Red,Italy,"Einaudi's wines have been improving lately, and this Barolo was very impressive, given the trying conditions of the vintage. Big rich, fat with smoked meat and a good dose of oak, the wine was one of the few that didn't peter out early but stayed on the palate to the end, culminating in an nice easy finish.",,68,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2003 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2003-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 13,Red,France,"Rich, intense red-fruited wine, soft and voluptuous. The tannins are folded into the ripe fruits, giving a very approachable feel. The acidity is prominent at this stage but should soften in a year or two, and the wine is certainly worth aging.",En Chevret,55,91,Burgundy,Volnay,,Pierre André 2009 En Chevret (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2009-en-chevret-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pierre André 12,Sparkling,Italy,"This luminous Satèn expression from Franciacorta offers extreme elegance and sophistication with loads of mature fruit and toasted baguette aromas. Its texture is incredibly smooth, soft and creamy.",Satèn Brut,,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Monte Rossa NV Satèn Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-rossa-nv-saten-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-142411/,Sparkling Blend,,Monte Rossa 14.5,White,US,"An incredibly fragrant Foothills Viognier pungent with jasmine/honeysuckle aromas that lead one into a world of rich lushness. This white is perfectly balanced—not too sweet, not too oily, the perfect tablemate when you're just not in the mood for Chardonnay.",,19,91,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Miraflores 2010 Viognier (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miraflores-2010-viognier-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Viognier,2010,Miraflores 14.9,Red,US,"A rich and smooth vintage for Abbinare, once again a Bordeaux-style blend that is half Merlot, and roughly 20% each Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Purple fruits are swathed in milk-chocolaty tannins. It's full, firm, dense and immediately appealing, with aftertastes suggesting graphite and vanilla.",Abbinare,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2008 Abbinare Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2008-abbinare-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,:Nota Bene 12.5,White,France,"Full, rich wine, with a concentrated structure to go with the pineapple and apple juice flavors. Still young, the wine should age for a year, to fill out the structure and give final richness.",Le Domaine,,91,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Guy Saget 2010 Le Domaine (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guy-saget-2010-le-domaine-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Guy Saget ,White,US,"One of the drier, crisper white Rhône-style wines out there, and hence one of the best. These Viognier, Grenache Blanc and Marsanne blends tend to be too sweet, but this one's firm and minerally. Brisk acidity highlights zesty lime, pear and white flower notes.",Estate Pickett Road,24,91,California,Napa,Calistoga,Kenefick Ranch 2010 Estate Pickett Road White (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenefick-ranch-2010-estate-pickett-road-white-napa-calistoga/,White Blend,2010,Kenefick Ranch ,White,US,"Sourced as previously from the Stillwater Creek vineyard, this is a substantial, mouth-filling Chardonnay. At first tight and aggressively oaky, it softens up with air time and reveals hidden complexity. Lanolin, vanilla custard, lemon meringue and a mix of stone and tropical fruits keep it interesting. This is a Chardonnay that could improve for another five years or more.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Saviah 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviah-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Saviah 14.3,Red,US,"Sourced from the new estate vineyard, this impressive young Syrah is compact and powerful. Scents of cinnamon, salted chocolate and black tea enhance the dark fruit flavors. Brandied cherries, smoke and earth streak on through a wine that seems to have a good decade of life ahead.",,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Saviah 2008 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviah-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Saviah 14.5,Red,US,"McKinley Springs vineyard sourced this outstanding blend of Cabernet Franc (45%), Cabernet Sauvignon (36%) and Merlot (19%). A complex and inviting, dusty bouquet of herb, olive and tart fruits introduces a wine with smooth moves and subtle details. A perfect mix of Washington fruit with a Bordeaux grip.",BDX,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Coeur d'Alene 2007 BDX Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2007-bdx-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Coeur d'Alene 14,Red,South Africa,"A Cabernet-dominated (98%) wine, which boasts a dense, concentrated tannic structure. Flavors of cassis underly this, while the wood spices contribute their ribbon of flavor. This is an impressive wine, the flagship red from this estate founded by Spatz Sperling over 30 years ago.",Grand Reserve,30,91,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Delheim 2001 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delheim-2001-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Delheim 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A really nice sparkling wine from Gloria Ferrer. Mostly Pinot Noir, with some Chardonnay, it has a dark copper color and is full-bodied and rich in raspberry and strawberry flavors. Feels crisp and satisfying. Best over the next few years.",Brut Rosé,42,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2007 Brut Rosé Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2007-brut-rose-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Gloria Ferrer 14,Red,Spain,"Not too loud or vocal on the nose; it offers basic but entirely attractive ripe berry aromas. Tastes like blackberry and black cherry, with ample oak adding chocolate and vanilla flavors. Baked and rich tasting but it dries out well on the finish. 375 cases made; drink now through 2016.",Cerrado de Castillo,85,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Castillo de Cuzcurrita 2005 Cerrado de Castillo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-cuzcurrita-2005-cerrado-de-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Castillo de Cuzcurrita 12.5,Red,Spain,"Rusty to the eye, then dry, spicy and elegant on the nose in a traditional manner. Focused and crisp in the mouth, with juicy currant and cherry flavors sweetened by cocoa. Long and remains bright on the finish. Drink this classy wine now through 2014.",Gran Reserva,25,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Castillo Clavijo 2004 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-clavijo-2004-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Castillo Clavijo 14.8,Red,US,"So ripely soft and delicious, it's drinkable now. Really ple Jean Edwardsases the palate with sweet blackberries, cherries and cassis, accented by smoky oak. Fortunately, there's enough of a tannin-acid balance to give structure to all this opulence. Could develop over the years.",Seventy Four-Forty One,55,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jean Edwards 2008 Seventy Four-Forty One Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-edwards-2008-seventy-four-forty-one-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Jean Edwards 14.5,Red,Italy,"At the first it was quite muted and subdued, but over a ten minute period it developed beautifully in the glass. The dark fruit is still dominant, but it is beginning to show some interesting tertiary aromas of earth, mushrooms and leather. Well balanced with a medium finish. Needs a few more years, but can be enjoyed now with a good deal of pleasure.",Bricco Rocche Brunate,70,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ceretto 2003 Bricco Rocche Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2003-bricco-rocche-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Ceretto 14.6,Red,US,"A seriously good Cabernet that advances the cause of Sonoma Valley. It's soft and rich and decadently good, offering wave after wave of blackberry pie, cherry jam and sweet oak flavors that are a little on the sweet side. Shows enough acidity and tannin structure to provide balance. Drink now with a good steak, chop or lamb dish.",,70,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Three Sticks 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-sticks-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Three Sticks 15,Red,France,"The blend of old-vine Mourvèdre, Grenache and Syrah features slightly lifted aromas of oak spice, vanilla and dark fruit. The midpalate is creamy and lush, full of dark cherries and chocolate, whose flavors linger enticingly on the finish. Drink now–2016.",Lou Coucardié,,91,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Michel Gassier 2009 Lou Coucardié Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gassier-2009-lou-coucardie-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Michel Gassier 13.5,White,France,"This Poruzots offers a restrained version of Meursault, very structured, its texture severe and tight. Apple skin and green plum fruits go with the dry toast character. Age for a year for more ripe flavors to emerge.",Clos des Poruzots,108,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Roux Père et Fils 2008 Clos des Poruzots (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2008-clos-poruzots-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Roux Père et Fils ,Red,US,"Spicy and young, this tart and tannic Syrah is some years away from its optimal drinking window. It was co-fermented with 5% Viognier, boosting the aromatics. Though still tight and sharp-toned, the length and focus are impressive, and the finish lingers gracefully, another suggestion that this is a wine to tuck away in the cellar.",Northern Blend Red,40,91,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Rôtie Cellars 2009 Northern Blend Red Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotie-cellars-2009-northern-blend-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Rôtie Cellars 13.7,White,US,"The 2009 vintage was a great one for this bottling, which was too sweet in 2008. This one's more like the '05, only richer and better. It feels nice and crisp and dry, with polished, complex citrus fruit, white flower, peach and mineral flavors.",Miller Ranch,22,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2009 Miller Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2009-miller-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Silverado 13.7,White,US,"An intriguing blend—half Viognier, the rest a mix of Chardonnay, Sémillon and Grenache Blanc. It could easily turn generic, but does not; instead it is a snappy mouthful of stone fruits, spice, and refreshing acidity, well-defined and precise.",LeeVeLooLee Gossamer White,22,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kontos 2010 LeeVeLooLee Gossamer White White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kontos-cellars-2010-leeveloolee-gossamer-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2010,Kontos 14.5,Red,US,"A picture-perfect Zinfandel from this famous vineyard. It's dry and soft in tannins and acids, and while it's a little high and sweet in alcohol, it's not too much. The raspberry, cherry, tobacco and bacon flavors finish in a swirl of peppery spices.",Jack London Vineyard,20,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2009 Jack London Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2009-jack-london-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Kenwood 13.5,Red,US,"Kendric produces very pure, refined Pinot Noirs from this county just over the Golden Gate Bridge. The '08 is classic, a pale amber-colored wine, rich in acidity and minerals, framing red cherry, cola and bacon flavors. Gets better as it warms in the glass.",,35,91,California,North Coast,Marin County,Kendric 2008 Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendric-2008-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kendric 15,Red,France,"Although this is not the newest release from Hecht & Bannier, it is drinking nicely now, with mature notes of kirsch and black currant backed by accents of sweet spice, crushed violets and soft leather. Though aged, the mouth is still full and big with gripping tannins and a firm structure. The finish is long, evoking flavors of cocoa-dusted blackberries and peppery spice. Drink now–2014.",,39,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Hecht & Bannier 2007 Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hecht-bannier-2007-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Hecht & Bannier 14.5,Red,US,"Smooth and supple, this five-grape Bordeaux-style blend is almost two thirds Canoe Ridge estate fruit from the Horse Heaven Hills AVA, the rest Cold Creek Vineyard Merlot. Lovely aromas of sandalwood, spice and cocoa lead into a textural wine, with seamless fruit and barrel flavors.",Artist Series Red,55,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2008 Artist Series Red Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2008-artist-series-red-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2008,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,Rose,France,"Flinty at first, then becoming more perfumed, with hints of herbs and berries. This lovely rosé is round and ample in the mouth, delivering a blend of fruit, herb and mineral flavors. Nicely balanced spice notes mark the finish. Drink now.",Cuvée Tradition,12,91,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Mas des Bressades 2010 Cuvée Tradition Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-bressades-2010-cuvee-tradition-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2010,Mas des Bressades 14.5,White,US,"So good for this price. Rich and creamy and ripe in tropical fruit, green apple and pear flavors, with the perfect touch of buttered toast from oak, and all that balanced and brightened with crisp acidity. Just what you want in a California Chardonnay.",,20,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2010 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Martin Ray 13,Red,Argentina,"Complex and also ripe and blatantly pleasing. Balsamic aromas blend with cassis, blackberry and citrus peel secents to form an exotic bouquet. It's solid and firm in the mouth, with lemony oak framing pure berry fruit. Tight, pure and delivers the total package for Patagonian Malbec.",J. Alberto,52,91,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2010 J. Alberto Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2010-j-alberto-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2010,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 14,Red,Argentina,"A sniff is rewarded with sandalwood, dry spice and thick, jammy berry aromas. It's concentrated and well integrated on the palate, with ultraripe and sweet flavors of coconut, vanilla cream and berry fruit. Seems a touch flat and candied on the finish, with a final blast of sweetness.",Argentino,135,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2008 Argentino Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2008-argentino-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Bodega Catena Zapata 14,Red,Argentina,"Graphite and lead pencil aromas mix with toasty berry scents. It's solid and textured in the mouth, with creamy oak flavors alongside sawdust, milk chocolate and sweet berry notes. Deep and solid on the finish, but it trails behind Adrianna wines from recent vintages.",Adrianna Vineyard,150,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2008 Adrianna Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2008-adrianna-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Bodega Catena Zapata 14.5,Red,US,"Exuberantly rich in cherries and blackberries, with a huge, sweet and smoky coating of oak. The tannins are thick and dusty and flashy. A young, dramatically structured wine, it could easily develop in the bottle over the next 6–8 years.",Paramour,90,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackbird Vineyards 2008 Paramour Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2008-paramour-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Blackbird Vineyards 14.5,Red,France,"This blend of Syrah and Mourvèdre features lovely oak, balanced by black cherries. It's powerful and intense, with plenty of fruit to back up the oak, but it needs a little time to fully come together. Drink 2013–2020.",JT,,91,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de Nages 2009 JT Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nages-2009-jt-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Nages 14,Red,Chile,"This wine has traveled miles in the right direction compared to its early incarnations. It's piercing and potent up front, with cigar box, mocha, toast and coffee aromas in addition to fine flavors of tobacco, cassis, vanilla and lightly baked berry and cassis. Finishes wavy and long; 50% Syrah along with Merlot, Cab and Carmenère.",Family Collection,24,91,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2007 Family Collection Red (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2007-family-collection-red-curico-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Aresti 13.8,Red,US,"Tart and bright, with an almost-jammy mix of raspberry and strawberry preserves, this concentrated, fruit-powered Merlot overdelivers for the price. Along with the luscious fruit are darker streaks of iron, coffee grounds and char, all in a classy, well-designed, four-vineyard blend.",Four Vineyards,16,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2009 Four Vineyards Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2009-four-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Arbor Crest 19,Port/Sherry,Italy,"Aged in oak for over 15 years, Donna Franca is a modern expression of Marsala with a dark amber color and luscious aromas of maple syrup, brown sugar and candied fruit. It feels warm, thick and textured on the palate with resin, honey and roasted chestnut.",Donna Franca Superiore Riserva,,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Marsala,,Cantine Florio NV Donna Franca Superiore Riserva (Marsala),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-florio-nv-donna-franca-superiore-riserva-white-marsala/,White Blend,,Cantine Florio 13.5,White,France,"A rich and concentrated, yellow fruit-dominated wine. This is white Burgundy at its most opulent, dense and generous. The wood is sweet, reinforcing the delicious character of this wine. Age for 4–5 years.",Vieilles Vignes,62,91,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2009 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2009-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2009,Château de Fuissé 15,Red,South Africa,"A big, black bruiser of a wine that has black olive flavors and aromas and plenty beyond. Raspberry, mulberry, vanilla and spice all vie on the nose, while the palate is so dark it´s tough to discern the plum and leather flavors. Give it three years and reap the benefits.",Philosophers' Stone,25,91,Stellenbosch,,,Camberley 2004 Philosophers' Stone Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camberley-2004-philosophers-stone-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Camberley 13,White,France,"A beautifully ripe and rounded wood-aged wine. It brings out all the opulence of Meursault while keeping a tight, textured element as counterpoint. The wood flavors are beginning to blend into the lychee and peach flavors, promising an even richer experience in a few months.",Clos des Tessons,46,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Vincent Sauvestre 2009 Clos des Tessons (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vincent-sauvestre-2009-clos-tessons-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2009,Vincent Sauvestre 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Deep berry, cola, mint and leather aromas are classy and not overdone. Feels lush and deep in the mouth, with blatant ripeness and toasty, oaky flavors of cola, coconut and blackberry. Finishes big but not that long or complex. Drink now through 2013; Malbec with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.",Synthesis The Blend,54,91,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2008 Synthesis The Blend Red (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2008-synthesis-blend-red-tupungato/,Red Blend,2008,Finca Sophenia 13.4,Red,US,"It's a shame that there are only 75 cases of this Tempranillo available; it is a compelling wine that suggests a bright future for this grape in the Columbia Valley. The complex mix of earth, bark, cassis and berry, densely concentrated and detailed with chocolate and mocha notes, is flat-out delicious. Tannins are a bit grainy, with a green tea edge.",,65,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2008 Tempranillo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2008-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wa/,Tempranillo,2008,Gordon Brothers ,Red,US,"A pure Cabernet, sleek and young, but already showing it has the stuff to age. Pretty cassis and black cherry fruit is framed in a smooth and compact structure with supporting acidity and judicious application of new (50%) and used French oak. Immediately appealing, but built for cellaring.",,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Glencorrie 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glencorrie-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Glencorrie 14.6,Red,US,"This ambitious blend is comprised of Syrah, Petite Sirah and Cabernet Sauvignon. it's quite delicious, a worthy followup to its predecessors, although it's unclear why the winemaker chooses to combine vintages. Bursts with bright, savory cherry and blackberry fruit, brightened and boosted by fine acidity. A lovely, full-bodied red wine to drink now.",Annaté III,65,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Falcone NV Annaté III Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falcone-nv-annate-iii-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,,Falcone 14.5,Red,France,"H&B's 2008 Faugères is rich and complex, with herbal garrigue aromas of lavender and laurel framed against the solid ripe dark berry and cherry fruit core. The mouth is brisk and lively, with vibrant acidity lifting the dark fruit flavors and carrying through to the chocolate- and espresso-flecked close. Good now, but hold for another two to five years for even greater enjoyment.",,39,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Hecht & Bannier 2008 Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hecht-bannier-2008-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Hecht & Bannier 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Chardonnay-based Satèn sparkling wine opens with creamy aromas of vanilla, lemon custard, apricot and dried sage. The wine has a smooth, rich and persistent character thanks to the delicate quality of its perlage.",Satèn,34,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Quadra 2006 Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quadra-2006-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2006,Quadra 14.5,Red,US,"Made from exactly 50% Merlot and 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a big, strong, powerful wine. It's explosive in blackberries, cherries, chocolate, anise and cedar, with lots of peppery spices. Robust and attractive now, it could gain traction over the next 3–5 years.",Fifty/Fifty,85,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2008 Fifty/Fifty Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2008-fifty-fifty-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Peju 14.2,White,US,"Picture-perfect coastal California Sauvignon Blanc, dry and crisp in acidity, with mouthwatering flavors of citrus fruits, tart green apples and minerals. Really elegant, with a steely streamlined framework that makes it super versatile at the table.",,40,91,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Pont de Chevalier 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pont-chevalier-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-knights-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Pont de Chevalier 14.5,Red,Spain,"Rich, dark and full on the bouquet, with sturdy black fruit aromas. The palate is round and tough, but done right. Flavors of chocolate, blackberry and prune run deep, while the finish is full of power and confirming ripe black fruit flavors. Drink now through 2014.",Prestigio,32,91,Northern Spain,Toro,,Cyan 2005 Prestigio (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cyan-2005-prestigio-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2005,Cyan 13,Dessert,Italy,"This amber-colored Picolit opens with beautiful intensity and ripe aromas of apricot, honey, orange zest and candied fruit. It's dense, soft and smooth with a piquant touch of citrusy acidity on the dense, sweet close.",,,91,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Valentino Butussi 2007 Picolit (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentino-butussi-2007-italian-white-picolit-colli-orientali-friuli/,Picolit,2007,Valentino Butussi 14.2,White,US,"Could be a Sauvignon Blanc, with Meyer lemon, green apple and tropical fruit flavors, accented with crisp acidity. That's no disrespect. It's a compliment, in this age of clumsy, overoaked Chardonnays. Elegant and food-friendly, it's brightened with the acidity of a fresh lime.",,22,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Roth 2010 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roth-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Roth 14.5,Red,US,"A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, this wine is soft, rich and delicious. Although it's completely dry, it's enormously sweet in cherries, red currants, dark chocolate, anise and cedar. The tannins are furry and firm, making you wonder if it's worth cellaring. The best guess is that it's best now, with decanting, and over the next four years.",,48,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rua 2009 Merlot-Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rua-2009-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Merlot-Cabernet Franc,2009,Rua 14.7,Red,US,"A first rate Zinfandel, as rich as they come, brimming with intense mountain fruit flavors of blackberries, black currants and cola, with Zin's black pepper and a savory taste of grilled Canadian bacon. Lush, smooth and tannic, it's a beautiful wine to drink now with beef stew or even a coq au vin-style dish.",Eastern Exposures,45,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Storybook Mountain 2008 Eastern Exposures Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storybook-mountain-2008-eastern-exposures-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Storybook Mountain 12.5,White,France,"Compelling minerality on the nose, Refined and focused floral aromas with ample ripe stone fruit and a hint of petrol. Racy acidity and lovely taut palate with generous layers of juicy ripe peach, apricot and nectarine. Strong minerality prevails across the palate leading to a lingering finish. Very balanced.",,17,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2008 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2008-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2008,Kuentz-Bas 13,Red,Austria,"Showing more of the spicy side of Blaufränkisch, which dominates the blend, this is a wine that also brings out ripe tannins, juicy red fruit, acidity and a dense core of dryness. It is still young, the fruit still bursting to get out.",Leithaberg Rot,,91,Burgenland,,,Tinhof 2007 Leithaberg Rot Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinhof-2007-leithaberg-rot-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2007,Tinhof 14.6,White,US,"Another very nice Chardonnay from Durell. It's almost too oaky, with charred, buttered toast aromas and flavors dominating. But the underlying tropical fruit, orange cream and mineral flavors are fine, and so is the zesty acidity. The winemaker might want to lower the amount of new oak, or the level of toast, because the wine really doesn't need that much.",Durell Vineyard,45,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Three Sticks 2009 Durell Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-sticks-2009-durell-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Three Sticks 14.7,Red,US,"This wine requires significant breathing time and/or decanting. At first tight and slightly disjointed, it comes together into a concentrated and complex wine with a weave of violets, berries, black currant, licorice and chocolate flavors.",Boushey Vineyard Liberté,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Maison Bleue 2009 Boushey Vineyard Liberté Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2009-boushey-vineyard-liberte-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2009,Maison Bleue 14.7,Red,US,"Mountain-grown fruit gives this wine an exceptional intensity and purity of flavor. Tastes like the essence of blackberries, sprinkled with black pepper, anise and cocoa. As rich as it is, the finish is perfectly dry. There's a rusticity to the texture, but that's why Zinfandel is Zinfandel. Drink over the next six years, especially with barbecue or fine roasted meats and root vegetables.",Mayacamas Range,34,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Storybook Mountain 2008 Mayacamas Range Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storybook-mountain-2008-mayacamas-range-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Storybook Mountain 13,Red,Italy,"This rich, oak-aged Cabernet Sauvignon shows that Sardinia can produce both indigenous and international grape varieties that compete with the best wines of the world. This opulent expression delivers dense berry flavors and dried fruit backed by mineral, spice and polished tannins.",Marchese di Villamarina,68,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Alghero,,Sella & Mosca 2005 Marchese di Villamarina Cabernet Sauvignon (Alghero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sella-mosca-2005-marchese-villamarina-cabernet-sauvignon-alghero/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Sella & Mosca 15.3,Red,Argentina,"Dark and deep smelling, with cola, berry and earth tones. Overall this is a cool and collected wine; it's tight and structured, with firm tannins and attractive flavors of dark berry, coffee, chocolate and fine herbs. Toasty and still fairly oaky on the finish. Drink now through 2014.",Judas,90,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sottano 2009 Judas Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sottano-2009-judas-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Sottano 13,Red,Austria,"A firm and darkly structured wine, exuding powerful tannins and dense fruit. It has weight and richness, and it is still developing. The acidity offers a juicy red fruit edge to this concentrated wine. Age for 3–4 years.",Reserve,27,91,Leithaberg,,,Sommer 2009 Reserve Blaufränkisch (Leithaberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sommer-2009-reserve-other-red-blaufrankisch-leithaberg/,Blaufränkisch,2009,Sommer 13,White,France,"Ripe, rich and soft, this is an opulent wine from a warm year. The acidity is there, masked by toast, apricot and melon flavors. It is already drinkable, likely to continue to age over 3–4 years.",Preuses,70,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2009 Preuses (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2009-preuses-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Simonnet-Febvre 12,White,France,"Attractive mid-gold color with intense aromas of ripe citrus and stone fruit, strong minerality and hints of spice. Racy with crisp acidity, juicy, rich and smooth texture with lots of concentrated, bright flavors of blood orange, peach, apricot, mango and spice. Strong minerality follows through to a long, precise, juicy finish.",Alsace One,13,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2008 Alsace One White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2008-alsace-one-white-alsace/,White Blend,2008,Pierre Sparr 13,White,France,"Mid-gold color. Pronounced and enticing aromas of ripe citrus and stone fruit, layered with honey and floral notes with a touch of sweet spice. Rich and creamy texture packed with sweet ripe juicy fruit, honey, spice and a twist of sage. Off-dry, deliciously smooth with fresh acidity and medium-body. An elegant wine with a long, creamy, spicy finish.",Vendages Tardives,48,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2007 Vendages Tardives Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2007-vendages-tardives-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Pierre Sparr 15,Red,France,"Perhaps better known for his Côte-Rôties, Pierre Gaillard is obviously comfortable working with schist. Transhumance is an intense and complex wine, with assertive notes of kirsch, sweet smoke, wild game and garrigue accents of thyme, rosemary and violet. Rich and lush in the mouth, the texture is like crushed velvet and the finish evolves from a dark fruit blast to sweet vanilla bean and finally ending on a smoked cedar and spice note.",Domaine Cottebrune Transhumance,25,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Pierre Gaillard 2008 Domaine Cottebrune Transhumance Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gaillard-2008-domaine-cottebrune-transhumance-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Pierre Gaillard 13,White,France,"An obviously wood-aged wine that remains young. The acidity from the toast is still blending with the acidity from the pineapple and apricots. The wine, though, has great potential, ready to show off its ripe fruits and gorgeous structure. Keep for 2-3 years.",Les Blanchots,,91,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Pierre André 2008 Les Blanchots (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2008-blanchots-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Pierre André ,Red,South Africa,"Etienne Le Riche is a total Cabernet specialist. With a tiny production of 5,000 cases across all his wines, this is boutique in the best sense. The Reserve Cabernets are, of course, the stars. This 2003 is fruit and wood driven, a powerful but still elegant wine, with black plums, tannins and super-ripe fruits.",Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve,45,91,Stellenbosch,,,Le Riche 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-riche-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-reserve-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Le Riche 12.5,Sparkling,France,"While the style is soft, full of yellow fruit richness, the wine also show an excellent concentrated texture. The fresh fruit is integrated into this more complex style. The aftertaste shows some softness, but the wine can certainly age for several years.",Grand Cru Brut,92,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Lallier 2005 Grand Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lallier-2005-grand-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Lallier 15.1,Red,US,"Aged for 22 months in French oak—one third new—this is 67% Cabernet Sauvignon and 33% Merlot. Nota Bene's wines are not shy about high alcohol, but here the fruit stands up well to the oak treatment and shows no sign of over-ripeness. A good spine supports a rich wine with black fruits, balanced acids, and a big streak of espresso.",Conner Lee Vineyard,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2008 Conner Lee Vineyard Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2008-conner-lee-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,:Nota Bene 13,White,France,"Structured white fruits, this is a complex and concentrated wine. Toast, apple and apricot flavors are blended with herbs and intense acidity. Spice from the wood shows on the finish.",Premier Cru Réserve,28,91,Burgundy,Montagny,,Labouré-Roi 2009 Premier Cru Réserve (Montagny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2009-premier-cru-reserve-chardonnay-montagny/,Chardonnay,2009,Labouré-Roi 12.5,Red,France,"A heavily oaked wine that needs time for the toast to integrate. It does have the black fruit structure to back it up, so expect this complex wine to develop pleasurably over the next 5–6 years.",La Futaille,42,91,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Labouré-Roi 2008 La Futaille (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2008-futaille-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Labouré-Roi 15.4,Red,Croatia,"A kaleidescope of scents and flavors, Korta Katarina's premiere bottling is a fascinating study of Plavac Mali at its best. Sweet on the nose and palate with hints of dark chocolate, café au lait, dried herbs and preserved fruit, it's a richly textured wine with a beautifully feminine profile. Big, bold tannins on the finish smooth out considerably with aeration.",Reuben's Private Reserve,57,91,Peljesac,,,Korta Katarina 2006 Reuben's Private Reserve Plavac Mali (Peljesac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korta-katarina-2006-reubens-private-reserve-other-red-plavac-mali-peljesac/,Plavac Mali,2006,Korta Katarina 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A brut-style sparkler, at the age of eight years it's still fresh and crisp, with yeasty flavors of limes, strawberries, vanilla and toast. Feels dry and austere despite a honeyed richness, just what you want in a great sparkling wine. Seems best over the next six years.",DVX Méthode Traditionalle,55,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa 2003 DVX Méthode Traditionalle Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-2003-dvx-methode-traditionalle-sparkling-napa-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Mumm Napa 13.5,White,Austria,"A young, still green-fruited wine, all citrus and apples. It has weight, though, giving it a rich potential. The flavors show concentration, a mineral edge, almost steely in character. Enjoy it now for its crispness or in a year for greater roundness.",Reserve,,91,Leithaberg,,,Martin Pasler 2010 Reserve Chardonnay (Leithaberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-pasler-2010-reserve-chardonnay-leithaberg/,Chardonnay,2010,Martin Pasler 14.2,Red,US,"Impressively rich and ripe in fruit, offering waves of black cherries and chocolate. Feels soft and lush and luxurious in the mouth, with a sweet oak finish. Certainly dazzles with opulence, but the softness and sweetness makes you wonder about its ageability. So drink between now and 2013 for freshness.",Tietjen Vineyard,65,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Monticello Vineyards 2008 Tietjen Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2008-tietjen-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Monticello Vineyards 15,Red,Chile,"Impressive as always, with dense, meaty aromas of baked black fruits, compost and dried cheese. The palate is thick to the max, with chocolate, coconut and baked plum and berry flavors. Ultrarich on the finish, with warmth and density. Once again ""M"" shows how deep and rewarding high-end Chilean reds can be. Drink now through 2015.",Alpha M,95,91,Santa Cruz,,,Montes 2007 Alpha M Red (Santa Cruz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2007-alpha-m-red-santa-cruz/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Montes 12,Sparkling,Italy,This is a lovely sparkling blend with bright citrus notes that add lively accents to the wine's broad base of mature fruit and melon. Acidity on the finish also helps offset its delicious creaminess and richness.,Prima Cuvée Brut,,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Monte Rossa NV Prima Cuvée Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-rossa-nv-prima-cuvee-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-142386/,Sparkling Blend,,Monte Rossa 10.5,Dessert,Italy,"Wow, it's hard to beat the aromatic intensity of this Passito Gewürztraminer from cool-climate Alto Adige in northern Italy. The huge bouquet is redolent of pressed yellow flower, jasmine, honey and candied fruit and Indian rose water.",Cashmere passito,55,91,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2009 Cashmere passito Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2009-cashmere-passito-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Elena Walch 15,Red,France,"Expertly combines fruity and savory, resulting in a complex and intriguing wine. Leather, coffee and meat notes balance raspberry, plum and spice in this medium-bodied red that should drink well through 2015. It's long, silky and mouthwatering on the finish.",Côté Terroir,35,91,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Guillaume Gros 2007 Côté Terroir Red (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guillaume-gros-2007-cote-terroir-red-luberon/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Guillaume Gros ,Red,US,"You'll find great purity of fruit in this 100% Syrah, aged in 50% new French oak. Berries and plums fill in a gorgeous midpalate, then streaks of spice and coffee kick in, with a lovely vein of cured meat. In short, a classic cool-climate Syrah, beautifully rendered.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Guardian 2008 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-cellars-2008-stillwater-creek-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Guardian 15,Red,Portugal,"Rubber, spice cake, alfalfa and wild berry aromas are vital and interesting. The palate on this three-grape blend is rich and borderline syrupy, with mulberry, brandied berry and chocolaty flavors. Spicy and dusty, with a chocolate malt ball finish. Big enough to pack a punch. Drink in the near future.",Quinta Do Malho,90,91,Douro,,,François Lurton 2007 Quinta Do Malho Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2007-quinta-malho-red-douro/,Red Blend,2007,François Lurton 14,Red,Argentina,"A powerful wine offering a rush of berry and plum aromas offset by sandalwood and blueberry. Tight as a vise in the mouth, but not overly hard or tannic. Tastes of light herbs, chocolate and bright berry fruit, then turns toward complexity and tobacco on the finish. Drink now through 2014.",Piedra Negra,41,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,François Lurton 2007 Piedra Negra Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2007-piedra-negra-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,François Lurton 13.5,Red,France,"Now at its best, this is a wine showing tannins, dry raisins as well as tense acidity. It is mature, ripe, definitely ready for drinking. It has secondary flavors of prunes, wood and smokiness, while the dryness at the core suggests it will not mature much longer.",,119,91,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Henri Rebourseau 2000 Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-henri-rebourseau-2000-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Henri Rebourseau 14,Red,France,"This standout from the Costières has all the ingredients to age. It starts off with gorgeous aromas of garrigue, baking spices and black cherries, then delivers a rich mouthful of drying tannins. And at the end, the fruit comes through on the lengthy finish. Try this blend of 50% Syrah, 30% Mourvèdre and 20% Carignan from 2014 on.",Trassegum,,91,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château d'Or et de Gueules 2009 Trassegum Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dor-gueules-2009-trassegum-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château d'Or et de Gueules 13,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a beautifully crisp and golden Passito dessert wine that seems to shine bright with Italian sunlight intensity. The velvety wine is redolent of dried apricot, peach cobbler and almond honey.",Costacalda Passito,30,91,Veneto,Veneto,,Domìni Veneti 2008 Costacalda Passito White (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2008-costacalda-passito-white-veneto/,White Blend,2008,Domìni Veneti 14.5,Red,US,"Vineyard sources for Col Solare are evolving as the recently planted estate vineyard comes into bearing. This vintage incorporates fruit from several Red Mountain vineyards, though not Col Solare itself, along with lots from elsewhere around the state. Toasty and full-bodied, two-thirds Cabernet, the rest Merlot, Cab Franc and Syrah, this is a nicely blended wine but not yet showing the precision and structural detail of the superTuscans it is modeled upon.",Red,70,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Col Solare 2008 Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-solare-2008-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Col Solare 13,Red,US,"An interesting and even a bold wine that will challenge diehard California Pinot lovers. The wine is quite low in alcohol and exceptionally silky and light in the mouth, with an elegant feeling. It's strongly extracted in raspberry fruit, and has lots of sharp, zingy acidity. Doesn't feel knit together at all, but could be a sleeper. Try aging until 2015.",Terra Neuma Vineyard,69,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,De Coelo 2009 Terra Neuma Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coelo-2009-terra-neuma-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,De Coelo 14.9,Red,US,"Calls to mind the 2006, which also was a ripe, fruity wine. If anything, the '08 is even sweeter. The alcohol is half a percent higher. It's succulent in raspberry and cherry jam, making it likeable now. But such are the tannins and acids that the wine should easily gain in the cellar over the next six years.",Reed Vineyard,50,91,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2008 Reed Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2008-reed-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2008,Calera 15.3,Red,Argentina,"Dark, dense and minty on the bouquet, which is sexy and magnetic. Saturated and jammy but still maintaining balance, and then a superconcentrated set of jammy blackberry flavors runs side by side with toasty oak and chocolate. Almost dessert-like on the finish. A very rich and modern style of Malbec.",Judas,90,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sottano 2010 Judas Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sottano-2010-judas-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Sottano 14.5,Red,US,"This sophisticated wine is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, which accounts for the firm tannins and dense structure as well as most of the blackberries and blackcurrants. Smaller amounts of Merlot and Cabernet Franc add cherries and violets, while oak contributes smoky complexities. Rich and elegant, the wine provides lovely drinking now.",,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Silverado 14,Red,US,"A big, deep, impressive wine that feels flashy from the first sniff to the last swallow. A Merlot-based Bordeaux blend, with a splash of Petite Sirah, it's enormously rich in berries, cherries and dark chocolate, with a pleasantly earthy note of olives and herbs. The finish is bone dry. This is a very fine value in a full-bodied red wine of such charm.",Hannah's Blend,25,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Reid Family Vineyards 2008 Hannah's Blend Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reid-family-2008-hannahs-blend-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Reid Family Vineyards 14.1,Red,US,"A great year for this wine, it's lush, satiny, spicy and ripe. Loaded with luscious fruit flavors of cherries and plums, dressed up in cocoa and cinnamon highlights. Hints of violets, licorice and coffee elevate the finish and the aromatics. A sensual delight.",Une Vallée Red,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Saviah 2008 Une Vallée Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviah-2008-une-vallee-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Saviah ,Red,US,"Wonderfully complex aromatics show a lovely floral note of fresh violets, married to scents of dusty tannins. Supple purple fruits combine with clove and other spices in a svelte wine with a full spectrum of flavors, from flower to fruit to cocoa powder.",Estate,28,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Watermill 2008 Estate Cabernet Franc (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watermill-2008-estate-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Watermill 13,Red,France,"Big, ripe and opulent, its ripe tannins balanced by perfumed red fruits. There is a solid core of dark and smoky dryness, a center that promises good aging. Already, though, the wine is showing its concentration and richness.",Côte de Py,22,92,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Paul Beaudet 2009 Côte de Py (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-beaudet-2009-cote-de-py-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2009,Paul Beaudet 14.3,Red,US,"Rich and dramatic by any standards, this new release offers a blast of ripe blackberry, currant and mineral flavors. New oak adds the perfect touch of smoky caramel. It's pretty tannic, yet drinkable now after a good decant. Should age well throughout the decade.",,200,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M by Michael Mondavi 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-by-michael-mondavi-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,M by Michael Mondavi 15.3,White,US,"There's no oak on this Chardonnay, but you won't miss it at all. It's so decadent in long hangtime pineapple, tangerine, mango and spice flavors, superripe and just delicious. The alcohol is fairly high, but that's the price of all this richness.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Steel Cut,32,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2010 Bien Nacido Vineyard Steel Cut Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2010-bien-nacido-vineyard-steel-cut-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Foxen 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Ferrari's delicate rosé sparkling wine opens with distinctive notes of small berry fruit, rose petal and freshly baked bread. The wine shows freshness, a creamy consistency and fine, persistent perlage.",Perlé Rosé Brut,75,92,,Trento,,Ferrari 2005 Perlé Rosé Brut Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-2005-perle-rose-brut-sparkling-trento/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Ferrari ,Red,US,"A good, elegant and young Cabernet, whose brisk tannins strongly suggest time in the cellar. Shows a hearty, deep core of blackberries, with an alluring coat of smoky cedar. Give it at least six years, but it could surprise after a decade or more.",X Clones,100,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2008 X Clones Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2008-x-clones-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Charles Krug 10,Dessert,Italy,"A sweet blend of red Sangiovese grapes and white Trebbiano (aged nine years in small caratelli barrels), this thick dessert wine very much resembles Tuscany's Vin Santo. It opens with dense concentration and a copperish color with deep aromas of butterscotch, toasted almond and gingersnap.",Vin San Laurentino,95,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Bossi 2002 Vin San Laurentino White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bossi-2002-vin-san-laurentino-white-toscana/,White Blend,2002,Castello di Bossi 14,Red,Argentina,"A dynamite Malbec with heavy oak and the structure and foundation to match it. Lemon, hickory, leather, marzipan and black fruit aromas are powerful. In the mouth, tannins and extract create a vise grip to frame concentrated blackberry, coconut, pepper and lemon peel flavors. Layered and woody on the finish. Drink from 2012 through 2016.",,128,92,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2009 Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2009-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2009,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 14.5,Red,Spain,"Slightly charred on the nose, with blackberry, licorice and tobacco for key aromas. A serious Tempranillo with ripe, deep flavors of berry, chocolate, mocha and spice all supported by a bed of tight, strong-boned tannins. Dark as they come; drink now through 2016.",,90,92,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Aldeasoña 2005 Tinto del Pais (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aldeasona-2005-tempranillo-tinto-pais-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tinto del Pais,2005,Aldeasoña 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dense from the start, with ripe berry, plum and a pinch of lemon peel on a studly bouquet. This is a healthy, vibrant, modern wine with lots of life and balance; it's drinkable now and will give toasty black fruit flavors and chocolaty warmth. Or age for up to another five years to gain more subtleties.",7 Viñas Reserva,68,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2005 7 Viñas Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2005-7-vinas-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Baron De Ley 14.7,Red,US,"From Don Sebastiani & Sons, a dramatically ripe, concentrated Cabernet, with fine, firm tannins framing blackberry, blueberry and cassis flavors. Really easy to drink now, and the price is quite good for the quality.",,25,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Side 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-side-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,B Side 14.4,Red,US,"Even though this Pinot Noir is instantly likeable for satisfying richness, it has some nuances. Flatters right off the bat with a soft texture housing lush raspberry and cherry pie filling, cola and sandalwood flavors that are easy to appreciate. But there are interesting mineral complexities. Drink soon.",Estate,36,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Isabel Mondavi 2009 Estate Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isabel-mondavi-2009-estate-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Isabel Mondavi 15,Red,Australia,"The blend is roughly two-thirds Shiraz and one-third Cabernet, and the result combines berries with cassis and generosity with structure, all framed by toasty oak. Savory in character, long and dusty on the finish. Drink now-2018.",Parson's Flat,40,92,South Australia,Padthaway,,Henry's Drive Vignerons 2006 Parson's Flat Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henrys-drive-vignerons-2006-parsons-flat-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-padthaway/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Henry's Drive Vignerons 14.5,Red,US,"An interesting wine that's instantly likeable, but has extra levels that lift it into real complexity. Red cherry fruit dominates, with intricate spice, herb, mineral and cured meat umami notes. The tannins are refined. Best now–2013.",Two-Fourteen,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lang & Reed 2008 Two-Fourteen Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lang-reed-2008-two-fourteen-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Lang & Reed 14.3,Red,US,"Ripe fruit, in the form of raspberries, cherries and figs, characterizes this luscious Pinot. But it has much more going for it than that. The tannins are rich and complex, the finish is dry and spicy, and the overall impression is of wine with a great pedigree. Drink over the next six years.",La Encantada Vineyard,47,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Waits-Mast 2009 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waits-mast-2009-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Waits-Mast 15,Red,France,"Mainly Grenache (80%, the balance is Syrah) aged entirely in tank, this wine features loads of superripe dark cherries and plums, yet with a savory, olive-and meat-tinged aspect as well. Full-bodied, with a velvety texture and a long finish, it should drink well through at least 2016.",Amadeus,30,92,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Vindemio 2009 Amadeus Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vindemio-2009-amadeus-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Vindemio 15,Red,Spain,"Few wines of this quality come from Zamora, and if you like top-flight Ribera del Duero or Toro reds then give this heavyweight a try. It's packed with earthy blackberry and licorice aromas that fall in front of a saturated palate sporting cola, berry syrup, chocolate and coffee flavors. Sweet and oaky on the finish. Drink now through 2014.",Cenit VDC Old Vines,115,92,Northern Spain,Tierra del Viños de Zamora,,Viñas del Cenit 2005 Cenit VDC Old Vines Tempranillo (Tierra del Viños de Zamora),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-cenit-2005-vdc-old-vines-tempranillo-tierra-vinos-zamora/,Tempranillo,2005,Viñas del Cenit 14.5,Red,US,"There's a dusty, tannic dryness to this wine that makes it tough to drink now. Deep down inside is a ripe core of blackberries, as juicy and sweet as if they were freshly picked on a hot summer day. All the signs are that this Cabernet is ageable. Give it until 2015 and see what it's doing.",Private Reserve,115,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2008 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2008-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Beringer 13.5,White,France,"One of the Vincent family's single-vineyard wines from Les Brûlés, a hot south-facing slope (hence the name, meaning “burnt”). The wine, though, has all the right mineral characters, the wood finely integrated into yellow fruits, melon and a texture under tension. Age for 5–6 years.",Les Brûlés,62,92,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Château de Fuissé 2009 Les Brûlés (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-2009-brules-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2009,Château de Fuissé 14.2,Red,US,"A limited-production Bordeaux-style reserve, this high-acid red has an unusually generous proportion (25%) of Petit Verdot; the rest is an equal split between Cabernet and Merlot. Still youthful and tight, it shows excellent structure and depth, with black fruits, earth, licorice and savory herbs.",Springboard Red,50,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cadaretta 2007 Springboard Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadaretta-2007-springboard-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Cadaretta 19,Dessert,Italy,"A traditional blend of Trebbiano (60%) and Malvasia, this amber-colored vin santo offers smokey, resin-like aromas beyond candied fruit, caramel and butterscotch. It's thick and powerful with a blast of syrupy sweetness on the close.",Vin Santo,25,92,Tuscany,Colli Etruria Centrale,,Buccia Nera 2004 Vin Santo Trebbiano-Malvasia (Colli Etruria Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buccia-nera-2004-vin-santo-italian-white-trebbiano-malvasia-colli-etruria-centrale/,Trebbiano-Malvasia,2004,Buccia Nera 12.5,Dessert,Austria,"With its balance of sweetness and acidity, this is a delicious wine that hints at honey as well as pear and ripe melon. There is a touch of wood in the background to give the wine further complexity.",Auslese,,92,Niederösterreich,,,Bründlmayer 2009 Auslese Chardonnay (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2009-auslese-chardonnay-niederosterreich/,Chardonnay,2009,Bründlmayer 13.5,Red,Austria,"A hugely tannic wine, still of course very young. Its black cherry and dark plum fruits are augmented by wood tannins and concentrated spice. This is Blaufränkisch at its most dense with layered acidity and juicy fruit. Age for 4–5 years.",Alte Reben,45,92,Leithaberg,,,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 2009 Alte Reben Blaufränkisch (Leithaberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-anita-und-hans-2009-alte-reben-other-red-blaufrankisch-leithaberg/,Blaufränkisch,2009,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 13.8,Red,US,"A gorgeous wine, dense with flavor. Smooth and plummy, it's loaded with thick streaks of licorice, chocolate, baking spices and coffee liqueur. Long and flowing, it just seduces from the first sip to the last swallow.",Three Vineyards,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2009 Three Vineyards Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2009-three-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2009,Arbor Crest 14.1,Red,US,"Stash this young Pinot in the cellar for at least four years. Right now, it's tight and austere, with zippy acidity and unintegrated oak sweetness and tannins framing intensely ripe cherry and raspberry fruit flavors. Needs time to come together, but could provide interesting drinking after 2015.",Le Bon Climat Vineyard,60,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,La Fenêtre 2009 Le Bon Climat Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2009-le-bon-climat-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,La Fenêtre 13,Dessert,Italy,"There's an element of candied fruit and butterscotch that defines this luscious Picolit dessert wine. It opens with a deep amber color, syrupy sweetness and a very long finish accented by pine resin and maple syrup.",,55,92,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Jacùss 2007 Picolit (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacuss-2007-italian-white-picolit-colli-orientali-friuli/,Picolit,2007,Jacùss 13.5,Sparkling,US,"Unusually deep in color for a rosé. Shows a similar richness in the flavors, which are strong in raspberries, strawberries, limes and vanilla. The blend is 81% Pinot Noir, with the balance Chardonnay. Basically dry, this complex, elegant young sparkling wine could develop in the bottle. Drink now–2014.",Brut Rosé,50,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2006 Brut Rosé Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2006-brut-rose-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Iron Horse ,White,US,"The fruit comes from the cool climate Den Hoed vineyard. It was barrel fermented in neutral French oak Burgundy barrels, yielding a racy, razor-sharp, spicy, detailed, delicious wine. Lovely fruit is highlighted with peppery notes, running the gamut from cucumber on through to tropical flavors. Ripe, full, lingering.",,22,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),K Vintners 2010 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2010-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2010,K Vintners 14,Red,France,"Saga Pegot is a gorgeous single-block expression of Syrah, aged 14 months in French oak. The oak is present and forward, lending a great decadence to the wine by way of sweet wood and strong mocha chacteristics among the black berry and cherry fruit core. Additional nuances of licorice stick, crushed purple florals and thin mint add depth to the lush mouth. Firm, gripping tannins and a dense fruit core provide a texture like crushed velvet; drinkable now, but should age nicely through 2017.",Saga Pegot,25,92,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Laurent Miquel 2007 Saga Pegot Syrah (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-miquel-2007-saga-pegot-shiraz-syrah-syrah-faugeres/,Syrah,2007,Laurent Miquel 14.8,Red,US,"An interesting wine that grows more complex as it sits and warms in the glass. The vineyard long has been source to one of Ravenswood's best Zinfandels, and the 2007 was really great. This '08 is a tad less complex, but shows classic Zinfandel character, with wild berry, tobacco and pepper spice notes, as well as a rocky minerality. It should age for a very long time, although the point score is unlikely to change.",Dickerson,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ravenswood 2008 Dickerson Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2008-dickerson-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Ravenswood 14.5,Red,Spain,"Full and smoky at first, however as it settles the bouquet delivers ripe strawberry and additional red, jammy aromas. The palate has a healthy, very nice feel and diligent flavors of red berry fruit touched up by proper oak. Finishes creamy, with vanilla and spice flavors.",Reserva Única,29,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2007 Reserva Única (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2007-reserva-unica-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Sierra Cantabria 14.4,Red,US,"A lush, smooth and frankly delicious Syrah that exhibits the only-in-California style. Fruit doesn't get much riper than this bottle of blueberries and chocolate. But with finely ground tannins and good acidity, it has proper structure. Drink over the next two years for freshness.",,36,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Eponymous 2009 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eponymous-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2009,Eponymous 13.5,Red,France,"While it still has firm tannins, the wine is now also showing maturity. The color is changing, the hints of berry fruits fading behind the sweet and sour flavors and the dark, dry core. The wine has considerable acidity, leaving an aftertaste that is still fresh.",,119,92,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Henri Rebourseau 2001 Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-henri-rebourseau-2001-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2001,Domaine Henri Rebourseau 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This opulent Chardonnay-based sparkling wine offers a luminous golden color and aromas of mature fruit, melon and toasted almond. The wine imparts a rich, creamy feel in the mouth.",Soul Satèn,50,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi 2003 Soul Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-2003-soul-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2003,Contadi Castaldi 13.5,Red,Austria,"Heinrich's Blaufränkisch is a concentrated and deeply tannic wine. It shows a mineral texture to go with the black plums and powerful structure. Intended for long-term aging, its acidity and dry core are already promising. Keep 3–4 years. Glass stopper.",,45,92,Leithaberg,,,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 2009 Blaufränkisch (Leithaberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gernot-heike-heinrich-2009-other-red-blaufrankisch-leithaberg/,Blaufränkisch,2009,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 13.5,Red,US,"Enormously ripe in cherries, raspberries, cranberries and dates, almost sweet, except that it's totally dry, and the acidity is fresh and bright. A big, big wine that dazzles for sheer power, although it's not especially subtle right now. That could change in the cellar. Give it a few years, and then a good decanting before service.",,55,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freestone 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freestone-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Freestone 15.5,Red,Argentina,"Different than past Chacayes wines in that it's more floral and exotic, and less about pure power. Aromas of blueberry, violets and graham cracker precede a well-built palate with wild berry and floral-infused flavors. Long, creamy and smooth on the finish. Drink now through 2014.",Chacayes,80,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,François Lurton 2008 Chacayes Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2008-chacayes-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2008,François Lurton 12,Dessert,Italy,"A luminous dessert blend of Fiano and Falanghina, Privilegio is an opulent and creamy wine with sweet tones of candied fruit, honey and white almond that last long on the palate. Pair this beauty with a platter of aged cheese and sweet marmalade.",Privilegio,60,92,Southern Italy,Campania,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2008 Privilegio White (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2008-privilegio-white-campania/,White Blend,2008,Feudi di San Gregorio 12,Sparkling,France,"Ripe, fruity Champagne, with a great toast element that creates a rich and structured wine. It has fine tropical fruits, laced with intense acidity. Dominated by Chardonnay, this is an impressive wine that is now ready to drink.",Séduction Brut,53,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Ellner 2001 Séduction Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-ellner-2001-seduction-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2001,Charles Ellner 11.5,Dessert,Italy,"This Vin Santo-inspired dessert wine (aged 96 months in oak) shows dark aromas of resin, tar, spicy ginger, butterscotch and caramel. The wine's color is deep amber and copper and the mouthfeel is rich, chewy and extremely persistent.",Vin San Laurentino,95,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Bossi 2001 Vin San Laurentino White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bossi-2001-vin-san-laurentino-white-toscana/,White Blend,2001,Castello di Bossi 13,Dessert,Italy,"This smooth and silky dessert wine opens with a luminous amber-gold appearance and bright aromas of candied orange, apricot and honey. Pair it with dried almond biscuits.",Cràtis,49,92,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Scubla 2007 Cràtis Verduzzo Friulano (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scubla-2007-cratis-italian-white-verduzzo-friulano-colli-orientali-friuli/,Verduzzo Friulano ,2007,Scubla 15,Red,Spain,"A big, modern-style contender with burly berry, lemon, coconut, dill and blackberry on the bouquet. Lush and cushioned in the mouth, with meaty, dark flavors of roasted blackberry, espresso and fudge. Chewy and dense on the finale, but not overly hard or tannic. Drink now through 2015.",,72,92,Northern Spain,Toro,,Pintia 2006 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pintia-2006-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2006,Pintia 13.5,Red,US,"Lots of acidity in this young wine, maybe more than some wine lovers will be comfortable with. That gives the enormously ripe cherry and persimmon fruit a bite, and could help this dry, silky wine to develop in the cellar. It's of a piece with the 2007 and 2008. Try after 2015.",Quarter Moon Vineyard,80,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freestone 2009 Quarter Moon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freestone-2009-quarter-moon-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Freestone 14.1,White,US,"The challenge with a Chardonnay this big is to wrestle the power into submissive balance. As it is, the wine is overwhelming in buttery new oak and awesomely ripe pineapple and apricot fruit. It's almost undrinkable now. However, there's a brisk streak of acidity, and It's totally dry, with a stony minerality, like a lick of steel. Try cellaring for 3–4 years.",Pastorale Vineyard,80,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freestone 2009 Pastorale Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freestone-2009-pastorale-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Freestone 14.5,Red,US,"Just one word for this Zin: delicious. It's really classic Dry Creek, maybe a little softer than many, but profoundly ripe in wild berry, cherry, cola, licorice, black pepper and sandalwood flavors that finish long and deep. Great price for a Zinfandel this good.",Director's Cut,24,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Francis Ford Coppola 2009 Director's Cut Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2009-directors-cut-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Francis Ford Coppola 13,Red,US,"So tight in acidity, tannins and primary fruit, this light, silky Pinot Noir begs for some time in the cellar. By 2015, it should begin to mellow, revealing sweet, ripe raspberry and cherry fruit, with a brace of minerals. Shows real finesse and concentration from this fine vineyard.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Old Vines,55,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,La Fenêtre 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Old Vines Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-old-vines-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,La Fenêtre ,Red,US,"Another fine, lush and ageable Petite Sirah from Retro. You can drink it now because it's so sweet and accessible in cherry pie filling, roasted meat and smoky oak flavors. But with a firm tannin structure, it will gain all kinds of bottle complexities over the next eight years.",Old Vine,36,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Retro 2007 Old Vine Petite Sirah (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/retro-2007-old-vine-petite-sirah-napa-howell-mountain/,Petite Sirah,2007,Retro 13,White,France,"A mineral and ripe wine, full of yellow fruits along with a tight, steely texture. The combination gives the wine structure and richness, offering ripe complexity and the potential to age.",Les Vieux Murs,30,92,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Jacques Charlet 2009 Les Vieux Murs (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacques-charlet-2009-vieux-murs-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2009,Jacques Charlet 15,Red,US,"Made from 100% Cabernet, this shows the tremendous richness and concentration of previous vintages of this wine, which was aged in 90% new French oak. Huge and flashy in cherry, blackberry and raspberry fruit, gorgeous, sumptuous, fat, although purists will insist it's too much of a good thing. Hard to predict its longterm future, but the next six years are assured.",Exzellenz Sacrashe Vineyard,165,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Hall 2008 Exzellenz Sacrashe Vineyard Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2008-exzellenz-sacrashe-vineyard-red-napa-rutherford/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Hall 14.9,Red,US,"This newish winery swings for the fences with this dramatically ripe, soft and complex young Cabernet. It's made in the modern style, with appealing blackberry, black currant, dark chocolate and sweet oak flavors that impress for sheer intensity and flamboyance. Seems somewhat generic, in the way of cult Napa Cabs, but awfully good. It remains to be seen if a wine like this can get staying power, given the competition.",Dark Garden,60,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crosby Roamann 2009 Dark Garden Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crosby-roamann-2009-dark-garden-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Crosby Roamann ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"From the cooler north-facing Quinta da Gricha, this wine avoided the heat of 2009 to give a rich, also firmly tannic wine, on the dry side, very perfumed. It will obviously age well, its luscious fruit very structured and powered by tannins.",Quinta da Gricha Vintage,118,92,Port,,,Churchill's 2009 Quinta da Gricha Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-2009-quinta-gricha-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Churchill's 12.5,White,US,"Eroica has a proven ability to age; in fact it needs at least a half decade in the cellar to show its real strengths. Tight and packed with primary fruit flavors of lime and peach, this beautifully proportioned wine has perceptible sweetness but plenty of natural acidity. Lively and fresh today, but best given a few more years in the cellar.",Eroica,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen 2010 Eroica Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-dr-loosen-2010-eroica-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen 14.4,Red,US,"The grapes for this Zin come from high up on Howell Mountain, which accounts for their concentration. Massive in blackberries, mushu plum, mocha and spices, its initial taste is as sweet as jam. But it turns dry and minerally on the finish. A delicious, softly tannic wine to drink now and for the next six years.",Black-Sears Vineyard,37,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Elyse 2008 Black-Sears Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2008-black-sears-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Elyse 14.5,Red,Italy,"Slightly backward, particularly given the vintage, the wine has a complex nose with plenty of dark fruit, Turkish delight, smoked meat and earth. A full rich palate, slightly soft, it begins to run out of steam a little in mid palate, but returns with a flourish, and the finish is long and nuanced. Will repay 5+ years of cellaring.",Bricco Rocche Prapó,70,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ceretto 2003 Bricco Rocche Prapó (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2003-bricco-rocche-prapo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Ceretto 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Cola, mint, black fruit and chocolate combine to form the full package in Malbec aromatics. Runs a mile deep in the mouth, with concentration, tannic grip and ripe blackberry, dark plum and cassis flavors. Peppery and chocolaty on the finish, with density and depth. Drink now through 2015.",,50,92,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Cayu 2007 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayu-2007-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2007,Cayu 12,Sparkling,US,"This nonvintage 54% Pinot Noir-46% Chardonnay sparkler is as good as ever, a beautiful peach color with peach and strawberry aromas and flavors that are not too overpowering, not too subtle, just right. The creamy mousse, medium body and bright acidity make it a stunner with food. Bring on the goat cheese fritters or tempura.",Brut Rose,23,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Scharffenberger NV Brut Rose Pinot-Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scharffenberger-nv-brut-rose-white-blend-pinot-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot-Chardonnay,,Scharffenberger 12,Sparkling,US,"Great price for a sparkling wine this refined, and the fact that it's a rosé makes it an even better deal. It's rich in strawberry, orange and lime flavors, with that savory yeastiness that marks the best bubblies. The blend is Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.",Brut Rosé,27,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-anderson-valley-139724/,Sparkling Blend,,Roederer Estate 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Cabochon Brut is a gorgeous metodo classico sparkling wine that opens with determined aromas of freshly baked bread, toasted almond and mature fruit. It's dry and tonic with sharp, mouth-cleansing effervescence.",Cabochon Brut,,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Monte Rossa 2005 Cabochon Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-rossa-2005-cabochon-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Monte Rossa 14.7,Red,US,"A big, rich, full-bodied wine, flashy and dramatic. Floods the mouth with cherry-berry flavors, yet somehow feels light and elegant despite the weight and tannins, which is a kind of magic. You'll find all kinds of raspberries, cherries, sandalwood and exotic spices, but the wine isn't really ready. Give it 3–4 years in the cellar.",Las Alturas Vineyard,44,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Belle Glos 2009 Las Alturas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-glos-2009-las-alturas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Belle Glos 14.6,Red,US,"Lots of toasty new oak on this Pinot, which gives it a sweet roasted marshmallow aroma and taste. Mixed in are rich flavors of cherries, raspberries and cola, sprinkled with cinnamon and pepper. An exotic, powerful wine. Too bold and in your face now, but should gain traction over the next eight years.",Liberty Bridge Split Rock Vineyard,54,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Calicaro 2009 Liberty Bridge Split Rock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calicaro-2009-liberty-bridge-split-rock-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Calicaro 14.7,Red,US,"This is an amazingly rich Cabernet, packed with classic Napa blackberry, blueberry and dark chocolate flavors. It's opulent even by California standards, and is a little sweet. With firm, pronounced tannins, it's gritty in texture. Defines Napa ripeness, but at this point it's rude and jammy. Give it a good six years. Could be one for the long haul.",Founder's Reserve,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cali 351 2008 Founder's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cali-351-2008-founders-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Cali 351 15.5,Red,Spain,"Smoky, peppery and tight on the nose, with leather and dark fruit aromas. The palate is chewy and dense, with syrupy richness and sweet flavors of ripe blackberry, toast, coffee, mocha and chocolate. Big and round on the finish; rock solid and seriously built. Drink now through 2013.",Veraton,29,92,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Alto Moncayo 2008 Veraton Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alto-moncayo-2008-veraton-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2008,Alto Moncayo 14,Red,France,"This dark and concentrated red, composed of 70% Syrah, 15% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre and 5% Carignan, offers superb strength of flavors in a firmly defined and well-balanced structure. Black fruit is abundant throughout, with complex accents of licorice, wild game, sweet spice and bittersweet cocoa powder. Concentrated fruit, tight tannins and medium acidity provide the promise of ageability; try from 2013–2018.",Cistus,30,92,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Château de la Liquiere 2008 Cistus Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-liquiere-2008-cistus-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Château de la Liquiere 13,White,France,"Very mineral textured wine, speaking of limestone soil. It balances a toasty, smoky character against the ripest green and yellow fruits. The citrus lends its acidity to tighten up a finely structured, ageworthy wine.",Morgeot Premier Cru,93,92,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Château de la Crée 2008 Morgeot Premier Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cree-2008-morgeot-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Château de la Crée 15,White,US,"Almost over the top in sweet, ripe fruit and oak. Will alarm purists who demand a lean style, but delight Chardophiles who exult in the rich California approach. With massive pineapple, apricot, orange, pear and new oak flavors, its enriched with caramelized oak, and balanced with crisp acidity. Don't drink it too cold or you'll miss the nuances.",Vintner Select,47,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2008 Vintner Select Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2008-vintner-select-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Pride Mountain 14.7,Red,US,"Vineyard sources in 2008 are Spring Valley and Anna Marie (in the Seven Hills region). Tannic and aromatic, this spicy effort leads with black fruits, fresh herbs and a whiff of chocolate. An underlying minerality gives texture and length. Still young, it's balanced and already well-integrated. It should improve even more with a few years of bottle age.",,50,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Northstar 2008 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northstar-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2008,Northstar 14.5,Red,Spain,"A little bit rooty intially, with coconut, sandalwood, lemon peel and mocha aromas. It's pure and solid in the mouth, with cola, blackberry, fudge, mocha and espresso flavors. Power and style are on full display as this Tinta de Toro finishes with black licorice, vanilla and toasty flavors. Best now through 2013.",Elite,37,92,Northern Spain,Toro,,Muruve 2007 Elite (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muruve-2007-elite-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2007,Muruve 14.9,Red,US,"A big, vital Syrah, massively packed with intense blackberry fruit, in the way of Mount Veeder reds. It's distinctly Syrah-esque, with pepper and bacon flavors, and the winemaker has added a deft layer of smoky oak. Very good, but young and sweetly immature. Needs time. Give it another three years, but if you pop the cork now, decant for several hours.",VGS,75,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Château Potelle 2009 VGS Syrah (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-2009-vgs-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-mount-veeder/,Syrah,2009,Château Potelle 12.5,White,France,"A young wine, its fruit only just settling with the fine acidity and intense texture. The potential is all there, from the wood-aged character to the freshest acidity to the rich peach and green plum flavors. The texture gives the wine a final tang. Screwcap.",Les Vaudevey,40,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Laroche 2009 Les Vaudevey (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-laroche-2009-vaudevey-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Laroche 12.5,White,France,"While having the richness of the vintage, this wine also has all the steely minerality of Chablis. Its acidity goes in a crisp line from the yellow and white fruits to the wood. Still young, give the wine another 3–4 years. Screwcap.",Les Fourchaumes Vieilles Vignes,50,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Laroche 2009 Les Fourchaumes Vieilles Vignes (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-laroche-2009-fourchaumes-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Laroche 13.5,Red,France,"A perfumed wine that smells and tastes mature. While it still has some sweet strawberry fruit, secondary flavors of coffee, toast and mature acidity dominate. It is not likely to improve much with further keeping, but is a delectable Pinot Noir now.",Clos de Vougeot,400,92,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Domaine Henri Rebourseau 2000 Clos de Vougeot (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-henri-rebourseau-2000-clos-vougeot-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Henri Rebourseau 13,White,France,"Medium-gold in color. Complex and inviting nose layered with a strong earthy minerality, vibrant bright fruit and intriguing notes of petrol and honey. On the palate it is racy, taut and focused full of well defined ripe succulent citrus and stone fruit. Rich, viscous texture perfectly balanced by the wine's crispness and almost steely minerality. Very long, juicy, lingering finish.",Schoenenbourg Grand Cru Vendanges Tardives,80,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2004 Schoenenbourg Grand Cru Vendanges Tardives Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2004-schoenenbourg-grand-cru-vendanges-tardives-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,Dopff & Irion 15.2,Red,US,"Rich and flashy, from the get-go. It's dry and smooth, with fierce tannins giving a hit of astringency to the ripe, oaky black currant and crème de cassis flavors. Give it five years in the cellar to start to mellow.",Vita,125,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bialla 2009 Vita Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bialla-2009-vita-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bialla 13.5,Red,Italy,"A big, rich, thick almost chunky wine, the flavors were surprisinly delicate and very complex. The nose is bright strawberry, mint and leafmeal; it was less developed on the palate, and needs time to knit together. I would have preferred to see some more length to the finish, but a very promising and interesting wine.",Riserva,50,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Beni di Batasiolo 2000 Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2000-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2000,Beni di Batasiolo 14.4,Red,US,"Delicious from the get go, a Pinot Noir that impresses for sheer flamboyance. The vineyard is in a cooler part of the Santa Maria Valley, and the wine shows fine acidity and ripe, long hangtime flavors of raspberries and cherries, with a rich coating of oak and the exotic crushed spices of its terroir. So good now, it's hard to resist, but try cellaring for up to five years.",Clark & Telephone Vineyard,44,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Belle Glos 2009 Clark & Telephone Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-glos-2009-clark-telephone-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Belle Glos 14.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Carignano (85%), Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Barrua is the so-called Sassicaia of Sardinia. (In fact, it represents a partnership between the island's most prestigious co-op, Cantina di Santadi and the makers of Tuscany's Sassicaia.) This beautiful vintage shows wild sage, black currant and loads of soft spice.",Barrua,60,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Agricola Punica 2007 Barrua Red (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-punica-2007-barrua-red-isola-nuraghi/,Red Blend,2007,Agricola Punica 13.5,Red,Chile,"Sweet, smooth and inviting aromas of blackberry, marzipan, vanilla and toasty oak lead to a dense, layered palate with a silky feel and elevated flavors of blackberry, baked plum and coffee. There's enough acid for it all to ride on, but the focus is on dense flavors, richness and texture.",CA1 Andes,23,91,Colchagua Valley,,,TerraNoble 2009 CA1 Andes Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2009-ca1-andes-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,TerraNoble 19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Aged for around 30 years in wood, this wine has gained the most delicious toffee character to go with the old gold feel and wood acidity. There is a lovely rounded character, so smooth as well as intense. The Port is bottled ready to drink.",Porto 30 Years Tawny,110,92,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto NV Porto 30 Years Tawny (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-nv-porto-30-years-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Ramos-Pinto 13.5,Red,France,"Like many Beaujolais in 2010, this wine has a firm and tannic structure. Being Morgon, though, it also has power and richness, the black fruits intense, with acidity to balance. This could well age for 2–3 years and more.",Les Charmes,,91,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Ferraud et Fils 2010 Les Charmes (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraud-fils-2010-charmes-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2010,Ferraud et Fils 14.8,Red,US,"Full of violet, flowery aromas that descend into oak, blackberry and cigar, this is a muscular Tempranillo with a feminine side, big yet smooth with subtle blueberry sweetness. Grown from the Rolleri Vineyard above Angels Camp and given 18 months of barrel age, this would make a spectacular pairing with wintertime roasts and stews.",Rolleri Cuvee,22,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Hovey 2009 Rolleri Cuvee Tempranillo (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hovey-2009-rolleri-cuvee-tempranillo-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Tempranillo,2009,Hovey 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This is an excellent value Pinotage, offering superb expression of the grape in a modern style at an attractive price. Rich and forward with opulent aromas of cocoa butter, raspberry sauce, freshly ground coffee and berry preserves. Dusty tannins provide a solid frame to the mouth while medium acidity keeps things lifted through the elegant finish.",,22,90,Swartland,,,Spice Route 2008 Pinotage (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spice-route-2008-pinotage-swartland/,Pinotage,2008,Spice Route 14.9,Red,US,"A really good Cabernet for drinking now. Shows the dry sophistication you want, with fine, dusty tannins framing delicious blackberry, olive, cedar and spice flavors. Feels distinguished, and should develop interestingly over the next 6–8 years.",Mario's Vineyard,60,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Trinchero 2008 Mario's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2008-marios-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Trinchero ,Red,US,"Beautifully aromatic, this pure varietal Syrah from a top-drawer Yakima valley site has round and fleshy fruit, laced with a streak of licorice and finished with a dollop of mocha/espresso.",Minick Vineyard,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Skylite Cellars 2007 Minick Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skylite-cellars-2007-minick-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2007,Skylite Cellars ,Red,US,"Essentially a Malbec/Cabernet Sauvignon blend (with a splash of Syrah). The young fruit flavors open into a generous, complex and nicely detailed wine. At first fruity and tart, with a sweet/sour plum core, it brings in spices and herbal highlights through a layered finish.",Lake Blend Red,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Flying Trout 2008 Lake Blend Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-trout-2008-lake-blend-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Flying Trout 14.5,Red,Spain,"Sweet blackberry aromas come with floral edgings, and the whole is impressive. Full-bodied and balanced, with healthy, ripe black cherry and dark plum flavors. Finishes spicy, with a note of bitter espresso. 90% Tempranillo with 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. One of the best wines from Valencia.",,15,90,Levante,Valencia,,El Molet 2009 Red (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-molet-2009-tempranillo-blend-valencia/,Tempranillo Blend,2009,El Molet 14.2,Red,US,"A flashy wine that shows how ripe and sweetly soft Paso Robles gets Cabernet. It's rich in blackberry and cherry pie filling, currant, anise and cedar flavors, with a long finish. Will provide satisfying drinking over the next 4–6 years.",,30,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Falcone 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falcone-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Falcone 14.4,Red,US,"Classic Russian River Pinot Noir, dry and silky and tart with acids. It's delicious in sour cherry candy, persimmon and sandalwood flavors, with a long, spicy finish. Not an ager, but lovely for drinking now with steak, tuna, salmon, lamb.",,30,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Evolve 2010 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evolve-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Evolve 14.7,Red,US,"Earns its stripes for the sheer power of raspberry and cherry fruit that defines its California ripeness. Firm tannins and acidity fortunately provide balance, and the wine finishes dry. An opulent, extravagent Pinot Noir that will provide lusty drinking over the next six years.",Pommard Clone,58,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Heart O' The Mountain 2008 Pommard Clone Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heart-o-mountain-2008-pommard-clone-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Heart O' The Mountain 15,White,France,"This barrel-fermented and -aged blend of Roussanne, Grenache Blanc and Viognier is nicely balanced, blending oak and lees notes of spice and toasted nuts with pineapple and melon. Despite the reported alcohol level, it doesn't seem hot at all, ending harmoniously and long. Drink up over the next year or so.",Lou Coucardié,,90,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Michel Gassier 2010 Lou Coucardié White (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gassier-2010-lou-coucardie-white-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Michel Gassier 14.8,Red,US,"They packed a lot of flavor into this wine, then let it age for five years before releasing. It offers plenty of pleasure, at a great everyday price. Soft and round, its flavors are of blackberries, cherries, currants and cedar. Just delicious.",Lapsis Luna,14,90,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Moon Eyes 2006 Lapsis Luna Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moon-eyes-2006-lapsis-luna-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Moon Eyes 13.5,Red,Italy,"A big, fat, luscious wine with plenty of toasty oak, dark jammy fruit and spices. The palate showed the same lushness; with the fruit front and center with surprising length. A delicious, rather hefty effort short on finesse but long on flavor.",Costa Bruna,26,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Poderi Colla 2005 Costa Bruna (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-2005-costa-bruna-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2005,Poderi Colla 13,White,France,"Mid-gold color. Intense on the nose, showing lots of developed aromas of savory earthiness and honey, with hints of botrytis and spice adding complexity. Quite dry, with dominant earthy savoriness and spice following through on the palate alongside flavors of dried apricots and golden raisins. Smooth, rich and viscous but balanced by fresh acidity. Fairly full-bodied, with a fairly long rich finish.",Kessler Grand Cru,34,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2004 Kessler Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2004-kessler-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2004,Domaines Schlumberger 14.4,Red,US,"The blend is two thirds Cabernet, 21% Merlot and about 5% each Malbec and Syrah. It's an easy-drinking wine, with a palate-pleasing spread of plum, spice, toast, cinnamon and chocolate. There is a suggestion of Walla Walla dust and the wine really expands into the glass (and on into the palate) if you give it a good hour to breathe.",Pentatonic Red,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Sinclair Estate Vineyards 2008 Pentatonic Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinclair-estate-2008-pentatonic-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Sinclair Estate Vineyards 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Bold but also steady across the bouquet, with coconut, chocolate, mint and wild berry aromas. Forward and concentrated in the mouth, where ripe, generous black fruit flavors blend comfortably with chocolate and spice notes. Finishes with drive, mouthfeel and sly clove and nutmeg flavors.",Reserva de Familia,30,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sottano 2009 Reserva de Familia Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sottano-2009-reserva-familia-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Sottano 13.5,Rose,France,"This shows greater complexity than most rosés, with hints of leather and spice layered over cherry fruit. It's round in the mouth and rich in weight without beng heavy or warm. The spice-driven finish lingers a long time. Drink now and over the next year.",,25,90,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,E. Guigal 2010 Tavel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2010-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2010,E. Guigal 12.5,White,France,"Attractive mid-gold color. Intense mineral nose showing lots of creamy, savory earthiness. Very dry and earthy attack on the palate which provides a perfect foil for the generous concentration of ripe, succulent fruit and honeyed flavors. Warm, taut, savory lingering finish. Nicely focused.",Val St. Gregoire,17,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Ehrhart 2007 Val St. Gregoire Pinot Auxerrois (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ehrhart-2007-val-st-gregoire-pinot-blanc-auxerrois-alsace/,Pinot Auxerrois,2007,Domaine Ehrhart 14,Red,France,"This Syrah-heavy cuvée (92%) features hints of toast, woodspice and vanilla layered over lush cherry fruit. A bit modern in style perhaps, but nicely balanced and ready to drink.",Bramefan,,90,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Domaine du Tix 2009 Bramefan Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tix-2009-bramefan-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine du Tix 12.5,Rose,France,"An intensely fresh wine, with considerable acidity offering a lively edge to what is a serious rosé. It's definitely for food, its fruits given a firm texture by the lemon zest and acidity.",Prestige,26,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de la Sanglière 2010 Prestige Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sangliere-2010-prestige-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de la Sanglière ,White,US,"A switch of vineyard sources—to Sagemoor and Conner Lee—has led to the best Chardonnay yet from DaMa. Rich, full and fleshy, this is a riot of stone fruits. In the mouth it's smooth and luscious, with a pleasing, textural finish.",,21,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DaMa 2010 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dama-2010-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2010,DaMa 14,Dessert,Italy,"This golden Picolit, a rare dessert wine from northeast Italy, opens with bright aromas of apricot, peach soda, dried herb, honey and toasted nut. It's smooth, sweet and generous on the long finish. Try pairing it with aged cheese instead of dessert.",,65,90,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Conte d'Attimis-Maniago 2007 Picolit (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conte-dattimis-maniago-2007-italian-white-picolit-colli-orientali-friuli/,Picolit,2007,Conte d'Attimis-Maniago 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Packaged in a long, elegant bottle with a wax seal, this precious Picolit dessert wine offers aromas of stone fruit, apricot, dried mint, orange zest and ginger. It shows pretty complexity and a smooth, creamy mouthfeel.",,55,90,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Colutta 2007 Picolit (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colutta-2007-italian-white-picolit-colli-orientali-friuli/,Picolit,2007,Colutta 13.9,Red,US,"Supple and rich, this makes a fine partner to the winery's BDX red sourced from the same Horse Heaven Hills Vineyard. Plenty of toast, mocha, chocolate and coffee ground flavors fill up the middle, but the ripe cherry and cassis fruit is substantial enough to compete. Power and balance are here in abundance.",,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Coeur d'Alene 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Coeur d'Alene 13,White,US,"A really good Sauvignon Blanc, so easy to drink, yet complex and elegant as well. Fully dry, it shows intricate flavors of citrus fruits, green apples, gooseberries and tangy minerals, with a long, spicy finish. Terrific example of how well this white variety flourishes in Dry Creek Valley.",,18,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Draxton 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/draxton-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Draxton 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Aged three years in oak, this ruby red dessert wine (made with air-dried Marzemino grapes) would pair with fudge brownies with chopped walnuts inside. Soft and succulent, it follows through with dark fruit, leather, licorice and cherry liqueur. It doesn't have the bitterness you sometimes get with sweet red wines.",Refrontolo Passito,75,90,Veneto,Colli di Conegliano,,De Stefani 2005 Refrontolo Passito Marzemino (Colli di Conegliano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefani-2005-refrontolo-passito-italian-red-marzemino-colli-conegliano/,Marzemino,2005,De Stefani 14,Red,Italy,"Giacosa Fratelli (to be distinguished from the venerable house of Bruno Giacosa) tends to make good, solid wines but never anything really earth shattering. This proved to be one of his best, a lovely nose of dark fruit, chocolate, soy and smoked meat. Quite soft on the palate, but rich and layered,and although it showed a touch of mid palate hollowness, the finish was good if somewhat chunky. Needs 3-5 years to really come round.",Bussia,50,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacosa Fratelli 2003 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2003-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Giacosa Fratelli ,Red,France,"A rich, smoky wine, with some tannins from toast as well as fruit. The sweet red fruits are just ready to push forward to take over from the oak to give a powerful, ageworthy wine.",Prestige,,90,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Prestige (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-prestige-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 16,Dessert,Italy,"Gewürztraminer and Sémillon are blended in this Sicilian dessert wine (named after one of fashion's most important designers) to produce an easy, creamy wine that would pair with almond cookies or pistachio cream.",Gianfranco Ferré,,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudi del Pisciotto 2009 Gianfranco Ferré White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-pisciotto-2009-gianfranco-ferre-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2009,Feudi del Pisciotto 14.1,White,US,"Fantastically ripe and oaky, a Chardonnay that just swamps the palate with wave after wave of pineapple jam, tangerine tart, apricot pie filling and sweet butterscotch and vanilla flavors. All this richness fortunately is balanced with crisp acidity and a fine tang of minerals.",Ashley's,34,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2010 Ashley's Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2010-ashleys-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2010,Fess Parker 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Brut sparkling wine from northern Italy opens with enticing aromas of toasted bread, yellow rose and bright lemon zest. That vanilla cream versus citrus juxtaposition is what sets this fantastic bubbly apart.",Brut,25,90,,Trento,,Ferrari NV Brut Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-nv-brut-chardonnay-trento-142680/,Chardonnay,,Ferrari 14.4,Red,US,"Shows the firm tannins of this mountain appellation, and also ripe, concentrated blackberry, cassis and dark chocolate fruit. Easy to drink now for its rich appeal, but should age well for six years or so.",,30,90,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Evolve 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evolve-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Evolve 13.5,White,US,"Pretty much a successful repeat of the winery's '09. It's dry and high in acidity, giving it a zesty, clean mouthfeel. The flavors are refreshing, of citrus fruits, pears, vanilla and white pepper. A compelling and beautiful cocktail-style wine.",Paragon Vineyard,20,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Zocker 2010 Paragon Vineyard Grüner Veltliner (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zocker-2010-paragon-vineyard-gruner-veltliner-central-coast-edna-valley/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Zocker 14.6,Red,US,"A fine effort and multiple gold medal winner, this is loaded with cherry fruit set around a broad midpalate. It holds its flavors consistently right on through the finish, bringing in barrel notes of coffee liqueur, Bourbon barrel and vanilla.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Zerba Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zerba-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Zerba Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"This big, full-bodied Pinot leaves little to the imagination. It assaults the palate with massive fruit, spice and cedar flavors that sink down into the tongue and last long on the finish. It's dry and balanced, but really seems too young. Try giving it four years in the cellar.",Toad's Pride,35,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Toad Hollow 2007 Toad's Pride Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hollow-2007-toads-pride-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Toad Hollow 13,Red,France,"Deep ruby color. Enticing vibrant, youthful aromas of ripe creamy black cherries and berries, with lots of savory earthiness and spice. Dry, full-bodied with lots of firm structuring tannins. Packed with ripe baked black fruits. Rich, smooth texture with notes of dried herbs, underbrush and minerality toward the back palate. Long, rich savory finish.",,51,90,Provence,Bandol,,Tardieu-Laurent 2007 Mourvèdre (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2007-mourvedre-bandol/,Mourvèdre,2007,Tardieu-Laurent 13.5,White,US,"Merryvale has a terrific record with their Starmont Chard, and they haven't raised the price for many years. The ‘06 is right up there with the best of them. It's rich and creamy, filled with true Chard flavors of peaches, pears, honey, buttered toast and cinnamon spice.",Starmont,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2006 Starmont Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2006-starmont-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,Merryvale 13,White,France,"A finely balanced wine, bringing together the new wood flavors with structured tropical fruits. Plangent acidity is the binding agent, giving an excitingly refreshing wine with a bright finish.",Premier Cru,36,90,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Pierre André 2008 Premier Cru (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2008-premier-cru-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2008,Pierre André 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This pretty 50-50 blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Nero delivers bright aromas of citrus fruit, apricot, almond and yellow rose. The sparkler offers a smooth, creamy mouthfeel with a touch of piquant spice and mature fruit flavors on the close.",Dosaggio Zero,35,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi 2006 Dosaggio Zero (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-2006-dosaggio-zero-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Contadi Castaldi 13,Red,France,"A firmly tannic wine, the ripe fruit surrounded by a dry shell. It is already showing the firm chunky character of Nuits-St-Georges, with its dark plum and bitter cherry fruits well into the complex mix of flavors. Age for at least three years.",Les Hauts Tours,42,90,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Labouré-Roi 2009 Les Hauts Tours (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2009-hauts-tours-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2009,Labouré-Roi 12,Dessert,Italy,"There's a soft candy-like element here that recalls butterscotch, caramel and honey-coated almond. The wine is sweet, thick and syrupy with apricot and candied orange peel on the close.",,67,90,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,La Roncaia 2008 Picolit (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roncaia-2008-italian-white-picolit-colli-orientali-friuli/,Picolit,2008,La Roncaia 14.1,Red,US,"Made from a new, high elevation growing region of Santa Barbara that several wineries are actively exploring, this Syrah is quite promising. With a dense, softly tannic structure, it's fully dry and modest in alcohol, with ripe flavors of blackberries, currants, chocolate, pepper and oak. Elegant and polished, it's a wine to watch in future vintages.",Santa Barbara Highlands Vineyard South Mesa,26,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,La Fenêtre 2006 Santa Barbara Highlands Vineyard South Mesa Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2006-santa-barbara-highlands-vineyard-south-mesa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2006,La Fenêtre 14,White,France,"Attractive gold color with pronounched aromas of honeysuckle, ripe stone fruit, rosewater, spice with strong minerality and some fusel notes. Richly textured and generous in the mouth with persistent flavors of honey, dried apricots and creamy peach cobbler. Full-bodied, warm but balanced with excellent fresh acidity. Long smooth finish.",Grand Cru Pfersigberg,64,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2008 Grand Cru Pfersigberg Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2008-grand-cru-pfersigberg-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Kuentz-Bas 13.5,Red,Spain,"Sweet aromas of raisin, marzipan, cassis and blackberry blend with notes of licorice and vanilla to form a pretty nose. The palate is full and lush, with power and bold berry and sweet spice flavors. Chocolaty and soft on the finish. Drink now through 2013.",,80,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Rento 2005 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rento-2005-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2005,Rento 14.9,White,US,"The coolness of the region and vintage shows in this Chard's acidic crispness and minerality. It comes down on the Chablis-style end of the spectrum, with hints of tropical fruits, apples and pears, as well as a welcome touch of sweet oak. Easily Silverado's best Chardonnay in years.",,25,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Silverado 2009 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Silverado 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Deeply fruity wine, almost black in color and very aromatic. It has opulent sweet ripe fruit, quite soft in character with violet and sweet plum flavors. It is probably not for long-term aging, while its fruit character will make it delicious soon.",Vintage,35,90,Port,,,Wiese & Krohn 2009 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wiese-krohn-2009-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Wiese & Krohn ,Red,US,"Supple and astringent, with red and purple fruits and some peppery spice, this pure Cabernet offers myriad subtle pleasures. Light grace notes of orange peel, mint and chocolate adorn a wine with the structure to age for another decade.",,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Kontos 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kontos-cellars-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kontos ,Red,US,"This almost-Bordeaux style blend—the exception is a splash of Syrah—mixes fruit from Pepper Bridge, Les Collines, Seven Hills and Stone Tree vineyards. Mostly Merlot, stylistically it fits right in with the other 2008 reds from Kontos. Ripe red fruit, a smooth, even silky mouthfeel, highlights of orange peel and a chocolaty finish.",Alatus Blend,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kontos 2008 Alatus Blend Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kontos-cellars-2008-alatus-blend-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Kontos ,Red,US,"Zinfandel is not usually a wine you have to age, but this one does need four years or so in the cellar. It's bone dry and quite good, with classic wild berry, tobacco, grilled meat and spice flavors, but it's pretty tannic. Has the depth and balance to blossom by, say, 2015.",Scherrer Vineyard,27,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Greenwood Ridge 2009 Scherrer Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-2009-scherrer-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Greenwood Ridge 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This Pinotage has the benefit of age, allowing it to be remarkably balanced and drinkable now. Bright red berry notes are laced with accents of vanilla and cured meat. The mouth is ripe and satiny, with dusty tannins and a finish loaded with sweet smoke flavors.",,20,90,Stellenbosch,,,Grangehurst 2003 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grangehurst-2003-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2003,Grangehurst 15.3,Red,US,"Classic Zinfandel, rich and robust and high in alcohol, with enormously ripe blackberry, cherry and raspberry fruit flavors, sprinkled with Zin's pepper, cinnamon and clove spices. This full-bodied wine raises Zinfandel's rustic nature to Napa elegance.",Hendry Blocks 7 & 22,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2009 Hendry Blocks 7 & 22 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2009-hendry-blocks-7-22-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Hendry 13.7,Red,US,"A lovely Pinot Noir, bone dry and crisp, perfect for pairing with a huge array of foods. It has subtle flavors of cherries, tobacco and white pepper.",Appellation Series,25,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Healdsburg Ranches 2010 Appellation Series Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/healdsburg-ranches-2010-appellation-series-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Healdsburg Ranches 14,Red,Portugal,"A properly rich wine that benefits from its wood aging to give a polished, minty feel to the plush black plum fruits. Solid tannins are easily enveloped by fruit, while retaining a firm structure. Keep for 2-3 years.",Monte da Cal Reserva,20,90,Alentejano,,,Dão Sul 2008 Monte da Cal Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2008-monte-da-cal-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Dão Sul 11,White,US,"Ste. Michelle produces almost a million cases of this wine, yet keeps quality way up there and the price affordable. Despite the off-dry style it gives a relatively dry palate impression, a mix of limes and pears, tart through the middle and then showing a hint of honey in the finish.",,9,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.2,Red,US,"A “wow” wine that will dazzle most Cabernet lovers. It's so rich in blackberries, blueberries, milk chocolate and oaky nougat, it's almost like a candy, except that for all the perceived sweetness, it's dry. The texture is soft enough to drink now.",Corley State Lane Vineyard,65,90,California,Napa,Yountville,Monticello Vineyards 2008 Corley State Lane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2008-corley-state-lane-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Monticello Vineyards 14,Red,Spain,"Sweet berry aromas offer touches of marzipan and leather. The palate is ripe, vibrant and grabby, with full tannins framing plum and berry flavors along with accents of tobacco and earth. Lightly oaky on the finish, with a vanilla note and dryness. Shows good weight and clarity; Drink now through 2015.",Gran Reserva,35,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2004 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2004-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Marqués de Cáceres ,Red,South Africa,"With his focus on Cabernet Sauvignon, Etienne Le Riche is able bring deep knowledge to this varietal. His skill shows in this wine which manages to combine great fruitiness with all the right tannins, dryness, along with just a touch of austerity. The bramble fruit flavors give the wine a lift just when it needs it.",,,90,Stellenbosch,,,Le Riche 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-riche-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Le Riche 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Le Colture produces one of the best Cartizze Proseccos on the market today. This is a delicate, feminine wine with a sweet note in the mouth that is embellished by pretty tones of white flower, peach blossom and dried basil.",Cartizze Dry,,90,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Le Colture NV Cartizze Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-colture-nv-cartizze-dry-valdobbiadene-superiore-di-cartizze-137054/,Glera,,Le Colture ,Red,US,"Bursting with sweet cherry fruit scents and flavors, this rich and sensuous Cab has the broad palate appeal of many Washington Merlots. Tannins are medium-grained; and the persistent finish is toasty with a trail of mocha.",,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Le Chateau 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-chateau-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Le Chateau 11.5,Dessert,Italy,"Dindarello is a fresh and lively dessert wine (made with fragrant Moscato grapes) that shows immediate aromas of lemon zest, peach cobbler, white almond and chopped mint. It boasts medium density capped by a touch of zesty grapefruit.",Dindarello,19,90,Veneto,Veneto,,Maculan 2010 Dindarello Moscato (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maculan-2010-dindarello-muscat-moscato-veneto/,Moscato,2010,Maculan 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Ferrari produces wonderful sparkling wines year after year and this Brut Rosé carries forth that proud Trento (northern Italy) tradition. It opens with a pale pink color and deep layers of yeast, cranberry and savory spice.",Rosé,38,90,,Trento,,Ferrari NV Rosé Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-nv-rose-sparkling-trento-142687/,Sparkling Blend,,Ferrari 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"A blend of Grechetto and Trebbiano, this attractive Vin Santo from the Montepulciano area of Tuscany offers aromas of resin, butterscotch, caramel, toasted almond and sun-dried apricot. A crisp close helps wash away any lingering sweetness.",Antonio da Sangallo,39,90,Tuscany,Vin Santo di Montepulciano,,Fattoria Del Cerro 2004 Antonio da Sangallo (Vin Santo di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-cerro-2004-antonio-sangallo-white-vin-santo-montepulciano/,White Blend,2004,Fattoria Del Cerro 14,Red,France,"This blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah displays a complex array of aromas and flavors, ranging from black cherry to black olive and from clove to licorice. It's richly structured, yet juicy, with a velvety feel. Drink now–2018.",,15,90,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Domaine de Fontenille 2009 Red (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fontenille-2009-red-luberon/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de Fontenille 12,White,France,"Mid gold color. Slightly muted aromas of ripe stone fruit. Sweet, light to medium-bodied with ample flavors of ripe fruit, peach pie, caramel, apple crisp and soft brown sugar. Fresh, with lively acidity and a smooth texture. Medium length with a sweet, spicy finish.",Turckheim Clos Jebsal Vendage Tardive,114,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Turckheim Clos Jebsal Vendage Tardive Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-turckheim-clos-jebsal-vendage-tardive-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14.4,Dessert,US,"Shows the exotically ripe flavors of Calera's Viogniers, with apricots, tangerines and pears. But also incredibly sweet in honey, with a very high residual sugar content. Drink this creamy, full-bodied dessert wine with vanilla-flavored desserts and white and yellow fruits.",Doux,24,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2010 Doux Viognier (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2010-doux-viognier-central-coast/,Viognier,2010,Calera 13.5,Red,France,"Heady but juicy Grenache dominates the blend of this wine, which also includes 30% Cinsault, 15% Syrah and 15% Mourvèdre. Concentrated deep fruit aromas of plum, blackberry and muddled boysenberry flood the nose, while a streak of minerality and moderate acidity keep things vibrant in the medium-weight mouth with a velour-like texture. Licorice and sweet spice stay well into the close.",La Closeraie,29,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Abbaye Sylva Plana 2009 La Closeraie Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbaye-sylva-plana-2009-closeraie-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Abbaye Sylva Plana 14.3,Red,US,"Considerably lighter in body and texture than your average Cab Franc, Biltmore's 2009 has the weight of a nice Pinot Noir. But it's intense in cherry, red plum and cedar flavors, with ultrafine tannins. Sophisticated and elegant, a wine to drink with upscale fare, especially with mushrooms.",Reserve,25,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Biltmore Estate 2009 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biltmore-2009-reserve-cabernet-franc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Biltmore Estate ,White,France,"This is almost all (95%) barrel-fermented Roussanne, and yet the oak shows up only as a slighty smoky note on the nose, a bit of spice and some creaminess on the palate. Otherwise, it delivers lush melon and citrus fruit and a long, fruit-driven finish. Drink now–2015.",JT,25,90,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de Nages 2010 JT White (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nages-2010-jt-white-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Château de Nages 13,White,France,"Although it is better known for its reds, Santenay does produce white wine. This soft, generous, yellow fruit-flavored wine has fine acidity, layers of toast, a golden glow offering drinking pleasure now.",Beaurepaire,,90,Burgundy,Santenay,,Château de la Crée 2008 Beaurepaire (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cree-2008-beaurepaire-chardonnay-santenay/,Chardonnay,2008,Château de la Crée 14,Red,France,"From organically farmed vineyards and 50-year-old vines, this is a velvety-textured blend of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan aged in foudres and demi-muids. Combine blackberry fruit, peppery spice and a soft, lingering finish and the result is a winner. Drink now–2015.",,18,90,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Château la Canorgue 2009 Red (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canorgue-2009-red-luberon/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Canorgue 13.9,Red,US,"Forward and fruity with tart cranberry and raspberry flavors, this sharp-toned, edgy Cabernet has the structure and natural acidity to stand up to rich, fatty meats. The midpalate has core flavors of licorice and espresso, lending a darker, more substantial mouthfeel to the young red fruit.",Five Vineyards,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2009 Five Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2009-five-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Arbor Crest 13.8,Red,US,"A Meritage blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cab Franc and small amounts of the other three Bordeaux grapes. Spicy, earthy and complex, this young wine needs further bottle age to pull all the components into focus. The dark, muscular fruit is set against sweet Asian spices. Tannins show a streak of green tea, and the finish turns a little sharp.",Dionysus,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2008 Dionysus Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2008-dionysus-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2008,Arbor Crest 13,White,US,"A beautiful wine, sleek, crisp and ultra-dry, with the most refined flavors of petrol, white peach, kaffir lime, apricot skin and minerals. The acidity is very high and palate-cleansing. The wine was half fermented in barrels, half in stainless steel. Sommeliers, buy this by the case, if you can find it.",,17,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Banyan 2007 Riesling (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banyan-2007-riesling-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Riesling,2007,Banyan 14,Red,Italy,"This wonderful blend of Carignano (60%), Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Syrah is one of the island's emerging “super Sardinian” wines. Plush, rich and extracted, the wine offers the density and longevity to stand up to veal or pork.",Montessu,35,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Agricola Punica 2008 Montessu Red (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-punica-2008-montessu-red-isola-nuraghi/,Red Blend,2008,Agricola Punica ,Red,France,"An excellent value, Gassier's 2010 Réserve from his Château de Nages blends 60% Grenache with 40% Syrah. The result is a wine that combines leathery, cedary notes with touches of spice and red fruit. It's supple, creamy and inviting, with a long, softly tannic finish. Drink now and for 3–4 years.",Réserve Rouge,14,90,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de Nages 2010 Réserve Rouge Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nages-2010-reserve-rouge-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Nages 13,Red,France,A dry core pervades this full-bodied wine. Red fruits are masking its delicious ripe meat and sweet jam flavors. There is a distinct tannic element that holds this attractive wine together.,En Foulot,,90,Burgundy,Santenay,,Château de la Crée 2007 En Foulot (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cree-2007-en-foulot-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2007,Château de la Crée ,Rose,France,"A beautifully balanced wine, its acidity lacing through the smooth apricot and orange zest flavors and riper red fruits. It does show richness and weight, although always with great freshness.",Cuvée Jeanne,13,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Castel des Maures 2010 Cuvée Jeanne Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-castel-maures-2010-cuvee-jeanne-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château Castel des Maures 12,Sparkling,Portugal,"This is a serious sparkling wine, with richness as well as properly tense structure. It has weight, some bottle age with yeast and toast as important as citric fruit flavors. The initials stand for the names of the two winemakers.",CC & CP,,90,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Caves Transmontanas 2007 CC & CP Pinot Noir (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-transmontanas-2007-cc-cp-pinot-noir-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Pinot Noir,2007,Caves Transmontanas 14.9,Red,US,"Tough and gritty in youth, this Pinot is quite tannic, giving it a mouthfeel that resists immediate pleasure. However, it's dry, silky and elegant, with a rich core of cherries, minerals, cola, sweet Provençal herbs and sandalwood. It's a fine wine that needs time in the cellar, perhaps as much as a decade. The score reflects its potential.",Mills Vineyard,45,90,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2008 Mills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2008-mills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2008,Calera 14,Red,Spain,"Smoky, earthy and very nice up front, with plum and berry aromas. The palate is lifted and focused, with juicy, bright flavors of red berry, mild citrus and chocolaty oak. Long, smooth and nicely oaked on the finish. Just right for the price.",Crianza,15,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Castillo Labastida 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-labastida-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Castillo Labastida 14.5,Red,France,"This blend of 50% Grenache, 30% Carignan and 20% Syrah was aged in cement tanks for eight months prior to bottling, but retains bold, fresh fruit notes of black cherry, tinged with hints of licorice and coffee. Drink this muscular red over the next five years.",Le Cascavel,16,90,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Cascavel 2009 Le Cascavel Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascavel-2009-le-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Cascavel 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is one of the more complex wines from the 2003 vintage. The nose has aromas of blackberry liquer, smoked meat, truffle and road tar. On the palate the fruit seems a little heavier and more roasted, but still melds well with its earthy, mushroomy flavors. Medium finish.",Vigna dei Pola,45,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Ascheri 2003 Vigna dei Pola (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-ascheri-2003-vigna-pola-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Giacomo Ascheri 15.5,Red,US,"At first a bit tart and astringent, this young and tannic wine broadens out with breathing time. It's tannic and dark-inflected, with licorice, espresso and smoky barrel toast filling in the ample finish.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,:Nota Bene 15,Red,Argentina,"Supersaturated, so much so that it's opaque, with blackberry, horseradish and chocolate aromas. In the mouth, it's on the cusp of overextraction but manages to toe the line. Flavors of roasted berry, coconut and bitter chocolate are dark and lead to a tannic finish. Drink now through 2014.",Cadus Single Vineyard,47,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2007 Cadus Single Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2007-cadus-single-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Nieto Senetiner 12.5,Sparkling,Portugal,"One of the more impressive wines in the Murghaneira range, this is a mature, ripe wine, with fine almond and toast flavors. It has elegance and balance, rounded while still fresh.",Reserva Especial Bruto,40,90,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Murganheira 1995 Reserva Especial Bruto Tinta Roriz (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murganheira-1995-reserva-especial-bruto-tempranillo-tinta-roriz-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Tinta Roriz,1995,Murganheira 14.8,Red,US,"This spicy, powerful Zinfandel has 10% of Petite Sirah blended in, which adds depth, richness and tannins. You can call the resulting wine rustic, in the sense of its wild berry and spice flavors and briary, brambly mouthfeel. But it's also classic Dry Creek Valley. Drink over the next few years with barbecue, or try a Mexican-inspired beef dish.",Quest,38,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2009 Quest Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2009-quest-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Quivira 14.1,Red,US,"One of the riper, sweeter Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noirs, brimming with jammy raspberry, cherry and cinnamon flavors. Almost like a candy bar, but saved from simplicity by great acids and tannins and a tangy minerality. In fact, it's delicious.",,42,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Dierberg 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dierberg-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Dierberg 14.5,White,US,"The price on the Ethos Reserve has dropped significantly, making it an especially good value for a full-on, toasty and buttery Chardonnay. A harmonious mélange of tree fruits and tropical nuances—papaya and banana stand out—with a smooth and luscious mouthfeel.",Ethos Reserve,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2008 Ethos Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2008-ethos-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.9,Red,France,"A densely powerful wine, packed with sweet plum fruits that are given spice character by a touch of pepper. It is very concentrated, the tannins a layer of dust through the wine. There is a ripe, warm glow in the aftertaste.",Cyrano,,90,France Other,Vin de Pays de la Méditerranée,,Château Routas 2007 Cyrano Syrah (Vin de Pays de la Méditerranée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-routas-2007-cyrano-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-mediterranee/,Syrah,2007,Château Routas 11.5,White,France,"Attractive mid-gold color. Strong fusel aromas prevail at first, opening up to ripe stone and tropical fruit. Off-dry, light-bodied, elegant with a generous palette of lively ripe fruit - honeyed apricot, glazed peach, brown sugar and lots of savory minerality adding complexity. Crisp acidity and juicy flavors perfectly balance the sweetness. Focused with a delicious lingering finish.",Schonenbourg Grand Cru,110,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2005 Schonenbourg Grand Cru White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2005-schonenbourg-grand-cru-white-alsace/,White Blend,2005,Domaine Marcel Deiss 15,White,France,"Rich gold in color. Broad, layered aromas of very ripe fruit with hints of sweet smoke, brown sugar, honey and a savory earthy minerality. Full-bodied, bone dry, but richly textured with crisp acidity and a wide palette of flavors, ripe stone fruit, a creamy savory earthiness, sage and a balsamic kick on the finish. Very long length, slightly warm but with a lingering savory, mineral finish.",Hunawihr Clos Windsbuhl,84,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Hunawihr Clos Windsbuhl Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-hunawihr-clos-windsbuhl-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Bellavista's Cuvée Brut is a wine that delivers consistent and delicious results year after year. It's a sure bet because of its delicately toasted notes that are enhanced by plenty of ripe fruit and citrus. It also shows extreme finesse and elegance, with a bright and cheerful personality.",Cuvée Brut,,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista NV Cuvée Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-nv-cuvee-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-124837/,Sparkling Blend,,Bellavista 12,Sparkling,France,"A steely, mineral-driven Champagne, dry with signs of toasty bottle age. The wine is also crisp, layered with intense apples and citrus. The fruit and the more mature character are right in balance at this stage.",Grand Prestige Brut,45,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Beaumont des Crayères NV Grand Prestige Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaumont-des-crayeres-nv-grand-prestige-brut-champagne-142237/,Champagne Blend,,Beaumont des Crayères 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a layered, sophisticated sparkling blend (50-50 Pinot Nero and Chardonnay) that shows citrus, peach and honeysuckle aromas backed by baked bread, bitter almond and candied fruit. Creamy mousse helps drive a very long finish.",Bagnadore Brut Nature Millesimato,50,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Barone Pizzini 2004 Bagnadore Brut Nature Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-pizzini-2004-bagnadore-brut-nature-millesimato-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Barone Pizzini 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Smells ripe and friendly, sort of like a jelly doughnut. The palate is creamy, dense and balanced, with saturated berry and spice flavors. Very smooth and integrated overall, and while it's definitely dark and ripe it's also popping with freshness. A complete wine at every turn.",Reserve,19,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Salentein 2009 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2009-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Salentein 14.1,Red,US,"Still dry and tough in tannins at the age of four-plus years, this Cab shows the intense fruit of a mountain vineyard. It's power-packed in blackberries and cassis, with a firm, stony minerality that makes it feel hard. Drink over the next six years.",,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Thomas Fogarty 14,Red,South Africa,"Prominent coffee aromas are backed by notes of black berries, sweet smoke, crushed violets and chocolate mousse. The medium-weight mouth with a texture like crushed velvet is full and rich but not overdone, with a striking balance between cherry and brambly fruit and sweet spice flavors. A long, mouthwatering finish unfolds with each sip.",,27,90,Hemel en Aarde,,,Southern Right 2009 Pinotage (Hemel en Aarde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southern-right-2009-pinotage-hemel-en-aarde/,Pinotage,2009,Southern Right 13.5,Red,Hungary,"Cuvée 13 is Sauska's entry-level bottling, but its elegance and structure seem to indicate otherwise. Sweet and just a bit earthy on the nose, the palate is pristine with a concentrated core of crisp black fruit accented by sprays of fresh mint and violet. A beautifully balanced example of dry Hungarian red wine.",Cuvée 13,27,90,Villány,,,Sauska 2010 Cuvée 13 Red (Villány),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauska-2010-cuvee-13-red-villany/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Sauska ,Red,France,"Featuring a combination of cedar, garrigue and bouncy red fruit, this wine achieves lovely balance and complexity. It's medium bodied, with raspberry and cherry fruit accented by hints of spice and vanilla. Should easily last through 2016.",Quintessence,13,90,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Mas des Bressades 2009 Quintessence Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-bressades-2009-quintessence-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Mas des Bressades 13.5,Red,Austria,"Ripe, perfumed wine, its sweet red berry fruits underpinned by firm, dry tannins. The wine is rich, full, the acidity cutting through jammy red plum flavors. Age for 2–3 years, but also drinkable now.",Reserve,,90,Leithaberg,,,Martin Pasler 2009 Reserve Blaufränkisch (Leithaberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-pasler-2009-reserve-other-red-blaufrankisch-leithaberg/,Blaufränkisch,2009,Martin Pasler ,Red,US,"From the (Cayuse) Armada Vineyard, the blend includes 8% Syrah. Very floral, with lovely scents of lily and spice. It's all fruit, with no new wood, and some whole cluster flavors of bark and stem. All nicely integrated and subtle, adding texture and detail. There is a streak of balsamic, and tart berry fruit flavors with a powerful, peppery, earthy component from the vineyard.",The Boy,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2008 The Boy Grenache (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2008-boy-grenache-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Grenache,2008,K Vintners 13.5,Red,US,"A complex Pinot Noir, very dry and crisp in the Santa Maria style, with flavors of crushed Indian spices, cola, orange zest and sandalwood. Shows lots of elegance, a sophisticated wine that requires some understanding to appreciate.",,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,La Fenêtre 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,La Fenêtre 13,White,France,"Attractive deep lemon color. Quite pronounced mineral nose with layered aromas of honied stone fruit salad with fusel, balsamic, floral and earthy notes. Taut palate, yet juicy with mouthwatering citrus, peach and apricot flavors. Strong minerality follows through to a long juicy finish.",Collection,29,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2008 Collection Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2008-collection-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Kuentz-Bas 12.5,White,France,"Pale lemon with green hints. Subtle nose showing more savory herbal aromas, fresh cut nettles and a spicy balsamic note. Opened up on the palate with lots of bright creamy lemon and grapefruit custard flavors, spice, flowers and a strong earthy minerality. Medium-bodied with a smooth, creamy texture and a long taut citrussy finish.",Collection,29,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2008 Collection Muscat (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2008-collection-muscat-alsace/,Muscat,2008,Kuentz-Bas 14,Red,Italy,"Lovely, complex nose of dark fruit, licorice, rose and woodmeal. Delivered the same but in a muted form in the mouth. It seemed to be running out of steam in mid-palate, it came back to post a pleasant and nicely layered finish.",La Serra,59,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marcarini 2003 La Serra (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-2003-serra-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Marcarini 14,Red,Spain,"A smoky, dark and deep Syrah from the La Mancha region of central Spain. It's a warm-weather wine with rich, ripe, saturated fruit and sweet accents of coconut, chocolate and vanilla to go with core blackberry flavors. Lush and oaky, with a creamy thickness to the finish.",Venta la Ossa,20,90,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Mano A Mano 2008 Venta la Ossa Syrah (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mano-a-mano-2008-venta-ossa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vino-tierra-castilla/,Syrah,2008,Mano A Mano 14.5,Red,Spain,"Cedar, cigar box and earth notes blend with ripe berry aromas to give a subtle, charming bouquet. Rich and full-bodied, with roasted berry, chocolate and coffee flavors. Finishes dark and sweet, with chunky ripeness all the way to the end. Drink now through 2013.",Reserva,48,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Matarromera 2005 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matarromera-2005-reserva-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2005,Matarromera 13.5,Red,US,"Big and brooding with richly concentrated black plums and velvety, mouthfilling tannins, Roman Roth's namesake Merlot is boldly structured, but beautifully nuanced as well, with sprays of violet perfume and just a whiff of wet, earthy forest and dried herb notes. Drink now with a good decant, or hold for another 2–3 years.",,50,90,New York,Long Island,Long Island,The Grapes of Roth 2005 Merlot (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grapes-roth-2005-merlot-long-island/,Merlot,2005,The Grapes of Roth 14.5,Red,Chile,"Complex on the nose, with leather, dried flowers, tobacco, licorice, coconut and cassis aromas. It's solid as a rock on the palate, with herbal, spicy flavors of mature berry fruits and raisin. Spicy and a touch hot on the finish. Drink now through 2015.",Cabo de Hornos Special Reserve,44,90,Chile,,,San Pedro 2007 Cabo de Hornos Special Reserve Red (Chile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2007-cabo-hornos-special-reserve-red/,Red Blend,2007,San Pedro 14.5,Red,US,"Pretty and forward, this lovely wine bursts forth with raspberry and sweet cherry tomato fruit flavors. A slight mintiness can also be detected, all within the context of an impeccably balanced, firm, pleasingly acidic young red wine.",Boushey Vineyard Le Midi,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Maison Bleue 2009 Boushey Vineyard Le Midi Grenache (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2009-boushey-vineyard-le-midi-grenache-columbia-valley-yakima/,Grenache,2009,Maison Bleue 14.2,Red,US,"Lots of elegance and sophistication in this drily tannic, smooth Cabernet. It's textbook Napa, with complex blackberry and currant flavors, touched by smoky oak. A very nice restaurant wine to drink now, and easy to find, with more than 16,000 cases produced.",,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Louis M. Martini 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Louis M. Martini 15.5,Red,US,"The rarest of the Spring Valley wines, this pure Cabernet Sauvignon offers ripe plum fruit flavors, wrapped in baking chocolate and licorice. It finishes with accents of sandalwood and citrus.",Derby,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2008 Derby Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2008-derby-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Spring Valley Vineyard 12,Sparkling,US,"A delicious Chardonnay and Pinot Noir blend from coolly grown Mendocino grapes that is equal parts golden apple and honey in both aroma and flavor. Creamy from full malolactic fermentation, this sparkler is full-bodied and plenty fruity with a caramel, vanilla tone on the finish. Will pair well with creamy, full-bodied foods.",Brut NV,19,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Scharffenberger NV Brut NV Sparkling (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scharffenberger-nv-brut-nv-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sparkling Blend,,Scharffenberger 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A benchmark Prosecco that leads the pack of quality Italian sparkling wine, Giustino B. is always released a few years after the harvest. This additional time in the bottle renders mature aromas of melon, apricot and yellow rose.",Giustino B. Extra Dry,30,90,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Ruggeri & C. 2009 Giustino B. Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-c-2009-giustino-b-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,Ruggeri & C. 14.5,Red,US,"Firm and tartly wound, with cassis and black cherry at the core of a young, stiffly tannic, Cabernet-based blend. Black fruits are nuanced with earth and olive, smoke and graphite, all subtle but definitely in view.",Planing Mill Red,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2008 Planing Mill Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2008-planing-mill-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Seven Hills ,Red,Austria,"The initial impression is of black fruits, chocolate and coffee flavors. These delicious tastes are supported by structure, intense tannins and juicy acidity. Age this elegant Blaufränkisch for another two years.",,,90,Leithaberg,,,Prieler 2008 Blaufränkisch (Leithaberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prieler-2008-other-red-blaufrankisch-leithaberg/,Blaufränkisch,2008,Prieler 14.7,Red,US,"Few wines in the world are richer than this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. It's extraordinarily powerful in ripe, concentrated raspberry, cherry and blackberry jam, liberally oaked. Soft and velvety, it seems designed to appeal to sheer hedonism, at the cost of ageability. Drink up.",Padrone,135,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2008 Padrone Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2008-padrone-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Signorello 13,Red,France,"This walled vineyard has produced a surprisingly tannic, if impressive, wine for a Savigny in this vintage. It has a dark and firm character, the red berry fruits just beginning to break through the firm and dry tannins. It needs 4–5 years' aging.",Clos des Guettottes,42,90,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Pierre André 2009 Clos des Guettottes (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2009-clos-guettottes-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pierre André 13,White,US,"A lovely Sauvignon Blanc, dry, crisply acidic and clean, with complex citrus, flower and mineral flavors. A great value for the money.",,13,90,California,California Other,California,Leese-Fitch 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leese-fitch-2010-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Leese-Fitch 14,Red,US,"Another fine Syrah from Otis Kenyon Winemaker Dave Stephenson, this full-flavored wine shows clear varietal character. Tasty fruit flavors of blueberry and boysenberry are highlighted with baking spices, moving into a smooth finish with a milk chocolate kick.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Otis Kenyon 2008 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/otis-kenyon-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Otis Kenyon 13.5,Red,Spain,"Meaty and dense aromas of black fruits, earth and leather are subtle and interesting. Layered and smooth on the palate, with deep berry and plum flavors offset by herbal leanings and vanilla. Slightly oaky on the finish, with length and liveliness. Drink now through 2014.",JC,24,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Vizcarra 2008 JC (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vizcarra-2008-jc-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Vizcarra 14.8,Red,US,"A classic coastal California Pinot, dry, silky and complex. So easy to like, gliding across the palate with raspberry, cherry, Canadian bacon and smoky sandalwood flavors that are filled with umami richness. Best over the next four years.",Amber Ridge Vineyard,42,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Waits-Mast 2009 Amber Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waits-mast-2009-amber-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Waits-Mast 14.9,Red,US,"The tannins stand front and center in this mountain wine, but they're so finely textured, you hardly notice them. They glide over the palate, carrying along ultraripe blackberry flavors. A firm grounding of minerals provides additional structure. This rich Cabernet should develop bottle complexity over the next eight years.",Haystack Vineyard,60,90,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Trinchero 2008 Haystack Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2008-haystack-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Trinchero 13,Sparkling,Portugal,"Rounded, warm wine, its walnut and kiwi fruit balanced by a soft texture. It has preserved its freshness, allowing the acidity to shine through. A serious wine, as well as delicious, to drink now.",Bruto,40,90,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Murganheira 2004 Bruto Chardonnay (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murganheira-2004-bruto-chardonnay-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Chardonnay,2004,Murganheira 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Sort of a junior version of the winery's pricier vineyard block bruts, this blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir is addictively good. Slightly sweet in honey, it has lime, raspberry and yeast flavors, in a richly textured mousse.",Cuvée M,35,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2006 Cuvée M Sparkling (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2006-cuvee-m-sparkling-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Laetitia 13,Dessert,Italy,Ramandolo is a traditional dessert wine made with Verduzzo Friulano grapes in northeast Italy. It shows candy-like aromas of butterscotch and caramel confection backed by apricot and dried rose potpourri.,,58,90,,Ramandolo,,La Roncaia 2008 Ramandolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roncaia-2008-italian-white-verduzzo-friulano-ramandolo/,Verduzzo Friulano ,2008,La Roncaia 12,Dessert,France,"Beautiful deep gold color. Intense, concentrated nose with vibrant aromas of honey, citrus marmalade and savory botrytis notes. Deliciously sweet and succulent, yet balanced by good acidity. Packed with flavors of sweet ultra-ripe stone and tropical fruit, with honey and botrytis notes following through. Strong minerality prevails to a long, complex finish.",Cuvée Jerémy Sélection de Grains Nobles,112,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2007 Cuvée Jerémy Sélection de Grains Nobles Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2007-cuvee-jeremy-selection-grains-nobles-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Kuentz-Bas 15.2,Red,US,"This is a thoroughly modern Cabernet. It could come from the Napa Valley floor, and is not particularly representative of Knights Valley. But it is flashy, with massively ripe blackberry, red currant, oak flavors, with oak providing a rich jacket of toast. So high in alcohol and soft, it seems unlikely to age, so drink up.",,120,90,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Linked 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linked-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Linked 14,Red,Spain,"Perfumed and a touch exotic for Rioja, with coconut and floral berry aromas. Definitely full and ripe in the mouth, with sweet flavors that go back and forth between baked and sugary and rich and rewarding. A sweet, mature wine at its core, with molasses and brown sugar.",Finca Ygay Reserva,26,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Murrieta 2006 Finca Ygay Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-murrieta-2006-finca-ygay-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Marqués de Murrieta 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"The sparkling wine estate of Tuscany's Antinori family, Montenisa offers a cool collection of metodo classico wines that are creamy, rich and silky on the close. You'll get aromas of apricot, melon and crushed almond in this bubbly Brut.",Brut,25,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Montenisa NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montenisa-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-124810/,Sparkling Blend,,Montenisa 14.5,Red,US,"Negociant Cameron Hughes got his hands on some seriously good Cabernet to come out with this beauty. It's soft enough to drink right away, with luxurious tannins framing ripe, sweet flavors of blackberries, cherries and licorice. Sweet oak gives a rich layer of toast. Drink now.",,50,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Hughes Wellman 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hughes-wellman-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hughes Wellman 12.5,Sparkling,Portugal,"There is no dosage on this lightly pink, beautifully made wine. It has fresh crisp fruit, just hinting at raspberry, floating easily to its final fresh finish.",3B Brut Nature Rosé,24,90,Bairrada,,,Filipa Pato NV 3B Brut Nature Rosé Sparkling (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filipa-pato-nv-3b-brut-nature-rose-sparkling-portuguese-bairrada/,Portuguese Sparkling,,Filipa Pato 14.4,Red,US,"This is a lovely, elegant Merlot for drinking now and over the next several years. It's dry and smooth, with dusty tannins framing cherry, red currant, herb, olive and cedar flavors. Give it a brief decanting to let the air mellow it.",,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2009 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2009-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Freemark Abbey 13.5,White,Spain,"Among barrel-fermented Verdejos from the Rueda region, this one is at the top of what is a small hierarchy. Lemon and toasty oak are the key aromas, while the palate is not whacked out with wood or resin as it offers oaky support to apple and citrus fruit. Long and focused on the finish.",Hermanos Lurton Cuesta de Oro,32,90,Northern Spain,Rueda,,François Lurton 2009 Hermanos Lurton Cuesta de Oro Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2009-hermanos-cuesta-oro-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,François Lurton 14.8,Red,US,"A strong Cabernet, even an aggressive one, with very ripe, punchy blackberry and dried currant flavors that are deep and long lasting. The tannins are powerful, too. End result is a tough young wine that wants some time in the cellar. Stash until 2015.",Reserve,40,90,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Courtney Benham 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Courtney Benham 13,Red,France,"Very ripe, as befits 2009, this is still a young wine. It is packed with fruit, some hints of wood, delicious fresh red berries and acidity that balances the firmly tannic core. Keep the wine a year at least for the full richness to develop.",Les Mouilles,,90,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Domaine le Cotoyon 2009 Les Mouilles (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-le-cotoyon-2009-mouilles-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2009,Domaine le Cotoyon 14.9,Red,France,"Old-vine Grenache (80%, the balance is Syrah) aged in old oak casks has resulted in a wine textured like heavy cream or velvet, with the merest hints of vanilla and cedar to the cherry fruit. Lingers elegantly on the finish.",Vieilles Vignes,,90,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Domaine de la Crillonne 2009 Vieilles Vignes Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-crillonne-2009-vieilles-vignes-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de la Crillonne 14,Red,France,"Heady and concentrated notes of blackberry, cherry and plum are graced with additional glimmers of lavender and thyme. The layered fruit continues in the velvety mouth, and licorice stick, clove and nutmeg spice accents carry well into the finish. A nice expression with great balance; drink now–2014.",Vieilles Vignes,20,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Château de la Liquiere 2008 Vieilles Vignes Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-liquiere-2008-vieilles-vignes-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Château de la Liquiere 12,White,France,"Mid-gold color. Very mineral driven with subtle aromas of bruised apple and stone fruit compote. Crisp, fairly taut palate showing strong minerality and ripe flavors of red apple, cantaloupe, sweet nectarine and spice. Taut and precise texture with a long, slightly austere finish.",Crustacés,10,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2008 Crustacés White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2008-crustaces-white-alsace/,Alsace white blend,2008,Dopff & Irion 14,Red,US,"Lots of pepper and spice in this dry, briary red blend. Could be Zinfandel, except it's not. The components are Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. A good value for a wine this complex and delicious.",Lo Scuro,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Barber 2009 Lo Scuro Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barber-2009-lo-scuro-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2009,Barber ,White,South Africa,"This is great Chenin Blanc, wood fermented but still leaving all the varietal character. Rich, creamy, almond flavors and silky smooth, which keeps all the essential acidity of the grape, with added spice and vanilla.",Hope Marguerite,,90,Walker Bay,,,Beaumont 2005 Hope Marguerite Chenin Blanc (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaumont-2005-hope-marguerite-chenin-blanc-walker-bay/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Beaumont 14.4,Red,US,"Lots of sweet raspberry and cherry fruit in this easy-to-drink Pinot Noir. It's nice and silky, with a spicy finish. Nice with grilled tuna, lamb or beef, and a good value for the price.",Lot 271,14,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 271 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-271-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cameron Hughes 14.5,Red,Spain,"A big, modern, lusty style with dark aromas of cola, chocolate, licorice and immense berry fruit. The palate hits with a wall of tannins, but there's also full-flavored blasts of blackberry, fudge, espresso and licorice. Finishes in form: it's blackened and toasty.",Corimbo,38,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas La Horra 2009 Corimbo (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-horra-2009-corimbo-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas La Horra 9,Dessert,Germany,"Very honeyed and sweet, with bold flavors of apricot and mango that seem almost caramelized in their sugary intensity. Drink now and over the next few years.",Casteller Schlossberg Trockenbeerenauslese,279,90,Franken,,,Castell 2007 Casteller Schlossberg Trockenbeerenauslese Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2007-casteller-schlossberg-trockenbeerenauslese-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2007,Castell 12.9,White,US,"Delightfully spicy and fresh, this bright and lively Riesling shows a hint of sweetness from residual sugar just a bit under 2%. But the juicy flavors of citrus and stone, flesh and rind, really carry the day.",,15,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),The Jack 2010 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/the-jack-2010-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,The Jack ,Red,France,"Drawn from a particularly good parcel of old-vine Syrah and bolstered by just 10% Grenache and Carignan, this is an exciting expression of Costières de Nîmes. Aged in 500-liter barrels, the wood component is subtle, adding hints of cedar, vanilla and great textural richness to the wine. Plum, licorice and tree bark notes finish long and velvety. Drink now–2020.",Capitelles,26,91,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Mourgues du Grès 2009 Capitelles Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mourgues-gres-2009-capitelles-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château Mourgues du Grès 14.4,Red,US,"This is the most expensive newly released Cherryblock ever, $20 more than the 2007. It's quite a plush wine, softly velvety and rich in cherry and oak flavors. Already throwing considerable sediment, it's on the glidepath to a long, useful life.",Cherryblock,95,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 2008 Cherryblock Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2008-cherryblock-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Sebastiani 14.8,Red,US,"Broadly fruity at first, this turns a little loose-knit, like a Grateful Dead jam. It's compelling but not terribly tight; it meanders into leaf and tea, then chocolate, then back to the light and pretty red fruits.",Cuvée Orleans,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea Cellars 2006 Cuvée Orleans Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2006-cuvee-orleans-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2006,McCrea Cellars 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Ferrari's sparkling wines are always creamy and smooth. This Perlé Brut expression opens with fine nuances of baked bread, almond and mature fruit followed by brighter tones of citrus and honey.",Perlé Brut,35,91,,Trento,,Ferrari 2005 Perlé Brut Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-2005-perle-brut-sparkling-trento/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Ferrari 14,Red,Italy,"It begins easily, a fat rich nose with plenty of complexity that shows fig, black pepper (an unusual characteristic for a wine made from the Nebbiolo grape)soy sauce and bacon. On the palate it shows the same exuberance; big boned enjoyable but almost everything on the front of the palate. Solid finish and an interesting earthy note in the aftertaste. Perhaps a wine to age, but probably at its best now. Imported by Enotec Imports.",Serre,60,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianni Gagliardo 2003 Serre (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-gagliardo-2003-serre-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Gianni Gagliardo 14,Red,Italy,"The color is just beginning to show signs of browning at the edge, but the wine is still fresh and vibrant. The nose is complex, showing licorice, summer fruits, caramel and roses. On the palate, it is soft and pleasant, but lacks some concentration. At its peak, but will drink well for a few years.",Sorano,60,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Ascheri 2001 Sorano (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-ascheri-2001-sorano-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Giacomo Ascheri 13,White,US,"Kudos to Ste. Michelle for accurately labeling this wine, and also for the Riesling sweetness scale on the back of all their Rieslings. Firm Yakima Valley fruit is the backbone here, tart and spicy, with bright flavors of pear and apple. A juicy, palate-cleansing style.",Dry,9,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Dry Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-dry-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13,White,France,"This blend of 80% Roussanne and 20% Clairette is rich and round, sumptuous and honeyed. It's largely barrel fermented, and carries a hint of tannin through the finish, which actually helps balance out the wine's lushness. Drink now.",Quintessence,25,91,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Château Pesquié 2009 Quintessence White (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pesquie-2009-quintessence-white-ventoux/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Château Pesquié 19,Port/Sherry,Italy,"Aged, refined and evolved, this Marsala Vergine shows the renewed potential of one of southern Italy's most historic wines. Powerful, determined and high in alcohol, it shows resin, tar, candied fruit and butterscotch with loads of intensity and thrust.",Baglio Florio,,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Marsala,,Cantine Florio 1997 Baglio Florio (Marsala),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-florio-1997-baglio-white-marsala/,White Blend,1997,Cantine Florio 14.5,Red,South Africa,"A beautiful Pinotage with superb expression and balance. Intriguing aromas of spicy cured meat, pepper, raw vanilla bean and mulled boysenberry abound, while the lush mouth offers concentrated dark fruit flavors of plum preserves and berry pie filling. Enjoyable now thanks to a creamy texture and silk tannins, though this wine also shows the potential to cellar for another 3–5 years.",Reserve,25,91,Wellington,,,Diemersfontein 2006 Reserve Pinotage (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diemersfontein-2006-reserve-pinotage-wellington/,Pinotage,2006,Diemersfontein 14.7,Red,US,"Sweet and jammy in youth, with robust flavors of raspberry and cherry jam. The sweetness is balanced by crisp acidity and firm tannins, as well as a minerality that must come from the terroir. A feminine wine, Calera's '08 Jensen should gain in the bottle over the next eight years or so.",Jensen Vineyard,70,91,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2008 Jensen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2008-jensen-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2008,Calera 14.8,Red,US,"The best Syrah so far from Cadaretta, this pure varietal is three-quarters Pepper Bridge and one-quarter Stone Tree Vineyard fruit. The purity and focus are compelling. Deep boysenberry fruit is highlighted with black olive and dusty coffee. Tight and expressive.",,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cadaretta 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadaretta-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Cadaretta 12,Sparkling,Italy,"This Chardonnay-based sparkling wine is rich and opulent on the palate with decadent aromas of mature fruit, honeydew melon, honey and toasted almond. It is uniquely smooth and silky on the close.",Brut,29,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Antica Fratta NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-fratta-nv-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta-132401/,Chardonnay,,Antica Fratta 6,Dessert,Austria,"The sweetness almost masks the natural perfumes of the Gelber Muskateller. However, it does leave a superrich wine, packed with honey and layered with delectable acidity. The aftertaste gives a great burst of orange zest.",Trockenbeerenauslese,,91,Niederösterreich,,,Bründlmayer 2009 Trockenbeerenauslese Gelber Muskateller (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2009-trockenbeerenauslese-other-white-gelber-muskateller-niederosterreich/,Gelber Muskateller,2009,Bründlmayer 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This beautiful expression of the Cartizze cru (Prosecco's most celebrated vineyard site) shows feminine elegance and finesse with white mineral notes woven within spring flower and stone fruit. If you want to taste Italian Prosecco in its superior form, try this beautiful wine.",Cartizze Dry,30,91,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Bortolomiol 2010 Cartizze Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolomiol-2010-cartizze-dry-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,2010,Bortolomiol 15.6,Red,Spain,"Deep, muscular and full of black fruit, spice cake and dark cherry aromas. A real bullish wine with beef to spare; the palate has big tannins and lush flavors of mulberry, chocolate and licorice. Stout and tannic on the finish, so bring on the meat.",El Albar Excelencia,45,91,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,J. & F. Lurton 2006 El Albar Excelencia Tinta de Toro (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2006-el-albar-excelencia-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tinta de Toro,2006,J. & F. Lurton 14.7,Red,US,"Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Franc are in the blend, and this may be the best Chalk Line ever. Cherries and chocolate rule here, with tasty highlights of toast and caramel. Smooth and supple, it glides across the palate into a satisfying finish with a lick of citrus to liven it up.",Chalk Line,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Guardian 2009 Chalk Line Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-cellars-2009-chalk-line-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Guardian 13.2,Red,France,"This wine's black cherry and plum flavors veer dangerously toward prune—no doubt a product of the exceedingly hot summer. It's creamy and supple in texture, adding just enough tobacco, vanilla and smoke for complexity. But for all the fruit and ripeness, it finishes with great elegance and precision. Drink now–2020. Imported by Acadia Imports.",,50,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Lassègue 2003 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lassegue-2003-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Lassègue ,Red,Austria,"A blend of Blaufränkisch, Zweigelt, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, created as a fusion of international and Austrian varieties, this dry-textured, firm wine is rich and full-bodied with plum skins and concentration. Age for 3–4 years.",Rosso e Nero,40,91,Burgenland,,,Josef Pöckl 2008 Rosso e Nero Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-pockl-2008-rosso-e-nero-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2008,Josef Pöckl 14.2,White,US,"This is a very dry, acidic wine. It's rather austere, not showing much richness now. With a minerally tang, It's more like a French Chablis than an opulent California Chardonnay. Give it credit for elegance and finesse.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Block Eleven,60,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,La Fenêtre 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Block Eleven Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-block-eleven-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,La Fenêtre 14.6,Red,US,"A smooth, powerful Cabernet, made solidly in the modern style of exceedingly ripe fruit wrapped into soft tannins and then given an application of sweet oak. Shows many of the same characteristics of Napa Cabs costing far more, which makes it a relative bargain.",Reserve,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Martin Ray 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Martin Ray 13.5,White,Italy,"Picolit is a rare and precious dessert wine from northeast Italy that delivers extreme concentration and sweetness thanks to extremely low vineyard yields. This expression shows a deep golden color with apricot, honey, orange zest and fragrant honeysuckle.",Eoos,20,90,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Comelli 2009 Eoos Picolit (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comelli-2009-eoos-italian-white-picolit-colli-orientali-friuli/,Picolit,2009,Comelli 14,Dessert,Italy,"Apianae opens with a pretty golden color and delivers loads of beautiful, sweet flavors at an attractively low price. Orange zest, dried apricot and butterscotch are evident components of the bouquet.",Apianae,20,91,Southern Italy,Molise,,Di Majo Norante 2009 Apianae Moscato (Molise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/majo-norante-2009-apianae-muscat-moscato-molise/,Moscato,2009,Di Majo Norante 14,Red,Spain,"Tight, focused and crisp on the nose, with clean berry and spice aromas. About as good and healthy on the palate as Ribera gets, with wild berry and correct tannin-acid balance. Toasty and peppery on the finish. A well-made, stylish wine done right.",,19,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Arrocal 2009 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrocal-2009-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2009,Arrocal 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Concentrated black fruit aromas are subtle and don't push real hard. It's jammy, deep and soft in the mouth, with sweet tannins and even sweeter core berry flavors and oak. Finishes smooth, with barrel influence and warmth. Very nice as always, but not as elevated and exact as prior vintages.",Catena Alta,50,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2008 Catena Alta Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2008-alta-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Bodega Catena Zapata 14,Red,Spain,"Ripe from the beginning, with big berry aromas matched by sweet molasses and brown sugar aromas. Round, full and jammy in the mouth, with sweet berry flavors and notes of mild spices and vanilla. Long and just a bit oaky on the finish. Nice and approachable; drink now through 2013.",Sela,33,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Roda 2009 Sela (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-roda-2009-sela-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2009,Bodegas Roda ,White,France,"A lovely blend of several varieties, this wine delivers a whiff of sea brine, some herbes de Provence and ripe pineapple notes. It's a concentrated, medium-weight wine that manages to be a bit viscous without seeming heavy. Finishes long, balanced by peppery spice. Drink now.",Cuvée Tradition,,89,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Mas des Bressades 2010 Cuvée Tradition White (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-bressades-2010-cuvee-tradition-white-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Mas des Bressades 14,Red,Argentina,"This new Pinot from Laura Catena's Luca label is fresh, honest and peppy. The nose is lightweight, airy and a little earthy, while the palate is fresh and agile, with good acidity and nice raspberry and pie cherry flavors. Shows some oak, vanilla and spice on a dry, mild finish. Definitely on the right path.",G Lot,32,89,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Luca 2009 G Lot Pinot Noir (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luca-2009-g-lot-pinot-noir-tupungato/,Pinot Noir,2009,Luca 14.9,Red,US,"Sourced from three excellent Yakima Valley vineyards, this Mourvèdre-dominated, Rhône-style blend has a forward, fruity mix of flavors, medium concentration and a peppery finish. The tannins are still a bit hard, but the overall balance is all in proportion. Give it extra time to breathe open.",,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea Cellars 2008 Mourvèdre (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2008-mourvedre-columbia-valley-yakima/,Mourvèdre,2008,McCrea Cellars ,Red,Argentina,"Like most Tikal wines, this is beefy and saturated, with grapy, creamy, dark fruit aromas. Feels tight and lush in the mouth, with a meaty structure and dense flavors of blackberry and herbs. Turns more herbal as it unwinds before finishing toasty and thick.",Natural,20,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tikal 2010 Natural Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tikal-2010-natural-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Tikal 14.1,Red,US,"The phenomenally successful Jack brand has expanded. This is now a varietally labeled Cabernet Sauvignon. Forward and fruity with black cherry hard candy flavors. It adds just the barest hint of earth and fungus, giving it some welcome depth and detail.",,18,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),The Jack 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/the-jack-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,The Jack 16,Dessert,Italy,"This bright passito dessert wine delivers a steady stream of apricot, honey, almond and candy-like aromas. The wine is thick, syrupy and ends with a fresh note of citrus zest.",Passito,,89,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi,,Sartarelli 2008 Passito (Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartarelli-2008-passito-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi/,Verdicchio,2008,Sartarelli 14.5,Red,Chile,"Superripe and dark, with black currant, black cherry and prune aromas. Jammy and deep in the mouth, but with enough acidity to preserve liveliness. Tastes sweet and ripe, then layered and medicinal on the finish. Pushes the envelope on ripeness.",Grey [Glacier] Single Block,20,89,Maipo Valley,,,Ventisquero 2009 Grey [Glacier] Single Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2009-grey-glacier-single-block-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Ventisquero 12.9,White,US,"Only their second vintage of Finger Lakes Riesling, Long Island's Macari Vineyards makes quite a splash with this beautifully honeyed yet dry and fruitful wine. Richly textured with notes of yellow freesia and preserved peach, it finishes elegantly on a subtly astringent black tea note.",,26,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Macari 2010 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-2010-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Macari 15.3,Red,US,"The Frederick bottling complements the Uriah, with Cabernet Sauvignon comprising half the blend. All five Bordeaux grapes are included, and the finished wine is aged for 21 months in two thirds new French oak. It all adds up to a lush, high alcohol, jammy wine with black cherry fruit framed in toasty barrel flavors.",Frederick,50,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2008 Frederick Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2008-frederick-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Spring Valley Vineyard 14.2,White,US,"Lemony, with the tiniest touch of sweetness, McFadden's Riesling is nicely balanced between acidity and fruit, with a slightly nutty flavor.",,18,89,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,McFadden 2010 Riesling (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcfadden-2010-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Riesling,2010,McFadden 13,Red,Spain,"Mellow on the nose, with sweet aromas of maple, raisin and sautéed mushroom. Just fresh enough in the mouth, with toffee, vanilla, butter, coconut and mature roasted berry flavors. Delivers a lot of mocha on the finish as it maintains elegance and freshness. Ready to drink.",Gran Reserva,25,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Montecillo 2003 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecillo-2003-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Montecillo ,Red,US,"Winemaker Collin Cranor is superexcited about Casa De Vinas, a vineyard much talked about in the Livermore Valley. His Petite Sirah is clearly not petite, but everything PS lovers will love: oaky, dark and ripe, with smoke, chocolate and textured tannins.",Casa De Vinas Reserve,40,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Nottingham Cellars 2009 Casa De Vinas Reserve Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nottingham-cellars-2009-casa-vinas-reserve-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,Nottingham Cellars 13,Red,France,Richly textured wine that oozes jammy red fruits and ripe tannins. It has a good dry core followed by sweet acidity and a juicy berry character. The wine has some power and aging potential.,Clos du Château,,89,Burgundy,Santenay,,Château de la Crée 2008 Clos du Château (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cree-2008-clos-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2008,Château de la Crée 15,White,US,"There's beautiful fruit from a beautiful vineyard in here somewhere but first let there be oak, lots of it (100% new French), giving the wine a dark golden hue and the nose an interesting meaty, baked apple quality. Taste-wise the wine is almost savory and leathery, full of ripe, exotic fruit, hugely creamy with a smackdown finish. Not for the meek but with time could get quite lovely.",Alder Springs,65,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Knights Bridge 2009 Alder Springs Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knights-bridge-2009-alder-springs-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2009,Knights Bridge ,Red,France,"A blend of 90% Syrah and 10% Grenache from old vines, this is an elegant, medium-bodied example of Costières de Nîmes, with nothing out of place. Plummy fruit is accented by hints of spice and framed by soft tannins, with a long, crisp finish. Drink now–2016.",Terre d'Argence,21,89,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Mourgues du Grès 2009 Terre d'Argence Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mourgues-gres-2009-terre-dargence-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château Mourgues du Grès 14.3,Red,US,"This is a barrel selection from the winery's various lots. As rich as it is, it's not really showing all that well now, starring acidity and fresh, jammy raspberry, cherry and cola flavors, liberally oaked. Give it a good decant, but the gamble is ageability. Try after 2015 if you dare.",Vagon Rouge,59,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,MacPhail 2009 Vagon Rouge Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2009-vagon-rouge-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,MacPhail 13.5,Red,France,"A blend of 50% Grenache, 43% Syrah and 7% Cinsaut, this is very fresh and fruity--loaded with cherries--but also includes spice and earth complexities and a reasonable rich, creamy texture.",Domaine Grand Veneur Réserve,15,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2009 Domaine Grand Veneur Réserve Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2009-domaine-grand-veneur-reserve-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Alain Jaume et Fils 13,Red,France,"Still firmly tannic, this is a wine that needs aging. It has weight and a dry core to go with its rich dark cherry and red berry fruits. There is also a fine juicy element that pushes right through the tannins. Keep for a year.",,15,89,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Château de Pizay 2010 Morgon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pizay-2010-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2010,Château de Pizay 13,White,France,"A richly textured wine showing the more opulent side of Meursault. Toast and white fruits are suffused with a ripe texture of peach skins. There is a delicious, rounded character here, although with its texture, the wine could age for 3–4 years.",Les Tillets,,89,Burgundy,Meursault,,Château de la Crée 2009 Les Tillets (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cree-2009-tillets-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2009,Château de la Crée 15.5,White,US,"Ripe and flashy in the California style, with pineapple, pear, crème brûlée and buttered toast aromas and flavors. Quite good, but a little too much of everything, including alcohol, and would benefit from some restraint.",Musque,75,89,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2009 Musque Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2009-musque-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,2009,Chalk Hill 15,Dessert,Italy,"Gravisano is a sun-drenched dessert wine from the Murgia area of Puglia in the deep south of Italy that offers candied fruit, honey roasted almond and butterscotch flavors. The wine is soft and chewy with a thick, sweet close.",Gravisano Passito,35,89,Southern Italy,Murgia,,Botromagno 2005 Gravisano Passito Malvasia (Murgia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botromagno-2005-gravisano-passito-italian-white-malvasia-murgia/,Malvasia,2005,Botromagno 14.5,Red,Spain,"Heavy doses of char, rubber, graphite and hickory dance with black fruit aromas. Tastes big, rich, resiny and lemony, with a ton of barrel action forcing up chocolate, resin and dark spice flavors. Warm and long on the finish, with power to spare. 100% Garnacha.",Tres Picos,17,89,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2009 Tres Picos Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2009-tres-picos-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2009,Borsao 13,Red,Spain,"Quite nice in the traditional Rioja style, and from a benchmark vintage. Pomal shows classic autumn leaf and wood aromas that highlight subdued cherry and molasses scents. The palate is properly acidic, so it places the lighter-weight cherry and tobacco notes in a proper frame. Turns oakier and more smoky the longer it sits.",Viña Pomal Reserva,15,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Bilbainas 2001 Viña Pomal Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bilbainas-2001-vina-pomal-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Bodegas Bilbainas 15.5,Red,US,"Broll is showing some nice finesse here, even though it's still stylistically a big wine. Its leathery, savory and earthy notes really linger on the lengthy finish, all brick and tar and still, even after all this time in bottle, tight. Though 15.5%, the wine doesn't taste hot and could develop for another 2–3 years to come.",,32,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Broll Mountain Vineyards 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broll-mountain-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Broll Mountain Vineyards 16,Dessert,Italy,"There's a nutty, almost peanut-like aspect to the bouquet of this golden vin santo that gives the wine a drying, dusty feel. This is a particularly nice quality because it creates contrast against the wine's syrupy-sweet mouthfeel.",S. Niccolò,72,89,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti Classico,,Castellare di Castellina 2005 S. Niccolò (Vin Santo del Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2005-s-niccolo-white-vin-santo-chianti-classico/,White Blend,2005,Castellare di Castellina 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Crisp apple, peach and mild yeast notes make for a solid, attractive bouquet. The palate is cleansing and angular, with flavors of white fruits, particularly nectarine. Shows a chalky, tight texture on a clean, fresh finish.",Brut Nature Reserva,18,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Vilarnau 2008 Brut Nature Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vilarnau-2008-brut-nature-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Vilarnau 13.5,Sparkling,US,"A lovely sparkling wine, with a refined mouthfeel and intricate flavors of limes, strawberries, vanilla and yeasty lees. Extremely dry, it's a fine bubbly to drink with sushi or, if you're feeling extravagant, scrambled eggs with caviar.",Ocean Reserve,40,89,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2006 Ocean Reserve Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2006-ocean-reserve-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Iron Horse 14.8,Red,US,"Mouthpuckeringly tannic at first, this rustic, leathery Montepulciano grown in the hills above Jamestown has a lot of soul, its Italian roots easy to trace and enjoy. Chuck Hovey makes the well-structured, full-bodied wine, a liquid bowl of ripe plums and raspberries, which could stand a bit of bottle age and a gigantic plate of food.",,28,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Tuolumne County,Gianelli 2009 Montepulciano (Tuolumne County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianelli-2009-italian-red-montepulciano-sierra-foothills-tuolumne-county/,Montepulciano,2009,Gianelli 14.1,White,US,"Presents with equal parts crisp acidity, buttered toast new oak and ripe pineapple and kumquat fruit. The result is big and flashy, but a little Frankensteinian.",Estate Grown,55,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freestone 2009 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freestone-2009-estate-grown-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Freestone 13.4,White,US,"Surprisingly dry and crisp for a Dry Creek Valley Viognier. Usually these wines are fatter and sweeter, but not this one. It's streamlined and elegant, with savory apricot, Meyer lemon and slightly underripe white peach flavors. A nice food wine as an alternative to Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.",Grist Vineyard,25,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Horse & Plow 2010 Grist Vineyard Viognier (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2010-grist-vineyard-viognier-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Viognier,2010,Horse & Plow 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A silky blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco and Pinot Nero, this elegant classic method sparkling wine opens with citrus, peach and floral aromas of jasmine and honeysuckle. Its rich fruit flavors and delicately toasted flavors would pair with smoked salmon canapés.",Brut,20,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Quadra NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quadra-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-124819/,Sparkling Blend,,Quadra 14.2,Red,US,"Here's a big, bold Pinot of tremendous fruity extract. Although It's a bit heavy and soft, it's very delicious, offering waves of cherries, pomegranates and smoked meat, accented with sandalwood. Advances the cause of Pinot Noir grown in this southern Napa Valley region, which is almost in the Carneros.",Estate Grown,38,89,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Monticello Vineyards 2009 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2009-estate-grown-pinot-noir-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Pinot Noir,2009,Monticello Vineyards 12.5,Sparkling,Portugal,"Soft, sweet, smooth wine. Its age shows in a nutty character that boosts the attractive mature acidity. It is ripe, full in the mouth, well balanced for drinking with food.",Grande Reserva Bruto Assemblage,40,89,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Murganheira 1998 Grande Reserva Bruto Assemblage Sparkling (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murganheira-1998-grande-reserva-bruto-assemblage-sparkling-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Sparkling Blend,1998,Murganheira 14,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery smelling at first, then earthy cherry and stewed fruit aromas emerge. Juicy and a bit pointed in terms of acidity, so it shocks the palate and pierces the cheeks. Tastes pulsing and ripe, with big red fruit flavors, candied sweetness, coconut and chocolate.",Altísimo,30,89,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Ricominciare 2008 Altísimo Cabernet Franc (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricominciare-2008-altisimo-cabernet-franc-uco-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Ricominciare 14,Red,Spain,"Charred and lemony smelling, with roasted blackberry, grilled beef and toasty oak aromas. The palate is layered and thick, with almost burnt black fruit flavors followed by licorice and prune on the finish. Oaky and smooth for a crianza.",Selección Crianza,24,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramirez de la Piscina 2007 Selección Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramirez-piscina-2007-seleccion-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Ramirez de la Piscina 14,White,France,"Deep gold in color. Complex nose, very earthy, savory, minerally aromas showing some evolution. Rich, viscous and broad across the palate with a strong savory, almost vegetal palette of flavors, some spice. Slightly lacking in freshness and fruit. Full-bodied with a warm, round finish.",Herrenweg de Turckheim,48,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Herrenweg de Turckheim Muscat (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-herrenweg-turckheim-muscat-alsace/,Muscat,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14.1,Red,France,"Aged exclusively in stainlesss steel tanks prior to bottling, this blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah is a chunky, medium-bodied red ideal for drinking over the next few years. Subtle plum and black cherry notes pick up hints of leather, earth and spice, with an ample dusting of tannin on the finish.",,11,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes-du-Ventoux,,Delas Frères 2009 Red (Côtes-du-Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2009-red-cotes-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Delas Frères 14,Red,Spain,"Fresh plum and berry aromas come with a touch of barrel resin. The palate is lively, tight and racy, with dried cherry, fresh tomato, leather and herbal flavors. Finishes long, warm and minty, and it improves bit by bit with airing and time. Drink now.",II Reserva,21,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Covila 2004 II Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covila-2004-ii-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Covila 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of ripe blackberry, cherry, currant, licorice and cedar flavors in this dry, tannic wine. It's a little rude in texture, with a jagged mouthfeel that could age out, but you never know. Give it a good long decant before serving.",Contrarian,90,89,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Blackbird Vineyards 2008 Contrarian Red (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2008-contrarian-red-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Red Blend,2008,Blackbird Vineyards 14,White,Hungary,"Smoky on the nose with hints of lanolin and heather against a white grapefruit palate, Royal Tokaji's single varietal Furmint is an exciting example of dry Hungarian white wine. Big and bold with a rich, creamy texture, it's balanced by a bright, lemony acidity and an intriguing hit of salt brine on the finish.",,16,89,Tokaji,,,Royal Tokaji 2009 Tokaji,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-tokaji-2009-other-white-furmint-tokaji/,Furmint,2009,Royal Tokaji 13,Red,Austria,"A severe wine, dominated by acidity and tight tannins. There is a juicy red cherry element as well to make the wine attractive while retaining its serious side. The finish brings more berry fruit and acidity.",,,89,Leithaberg,,,Tinhof 2008 Blaufränkisch (Leithaberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinhof-2008-other-red-blaufrankisch-leithaberg/,Blaufränkisch,2008,Tinhof 14.3,White,US,"One of the best unoaked Chardonnays out there. So brilliantly ripe and pure in pineapples, tangerines, green apples and peaches, you won't miss the oak at all. With crisp acidity, it's a wonderful wine to drink with shellfish.",Unoaked,19,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2010 Unoaked Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2010-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Martin Ray 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made with the native Cortese grape of northern Italy, this luminous sparkling wine opens with toasted notes of roasted almond, white pepper and mature peach or apricot. Firm, steely effervescence gives the wine a sharp, determined personality.",Soldati La Scolca Brut,,89,Piedmont,Gavi,,La Scolca 2006 Soldati La Scolca Brut (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scolca-2006-soldati-la-brut-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2006,La Scolca 12.5,White,France,"Pale lemon color with flecks of gold. Snappy citrus aromas with hints of peach and a floral note. Delightfully racy feel in the mouth with lots of juicy grapefruit, lemon and lime flavors. Light bodied and not very complex but very refreshing with a moderately long tangy finish.",Tradition,18,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2008 Tradition Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2008-tradition-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Kuentz-Bas 13.5,White,France,"Attractive deep gold color. Rich, intense aromas showing some evolution. Earthy, savory, honeyed and spicy with floral notes adding lift and a touch of brown sugar. Opulent, rich texture with lots of honeyed tropical and stone fruit flavors with notes of nutmeg and mace. Bright acidity adds freshness and balances the slight sweetness. Fairly full-bodied with a long, lingering spicy finish.",Cuvée Caroline Vendange Tardive,78,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2007 Cuvée Caroline Vendange Tardive Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2007-cuvee-caroline-vendange-tardive-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Kuentz-Bas 14.3,Red,US,"Soft and chocolaty, this smooth and broadly expressive Merlot has immediate flavor appeal. From a pair of Walla Walla vineyards, it's a showcase for silky fruit and buttery tannins.",,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Kontos 2008 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kontos-cellars-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2008,Kontos 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"Madoro is a red dessert wine (a 80-20 blend of Marzemino and Cabernet Sauvignon) that ages five months in French oak for savory aromas of barbecue spice, mesquite wood and crushed clove. Sweet versus sour tones appear on the close.",Madoro,60,89,Veneto,Veneto,,Maculan 2009 Madoro Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maculan-2009-madoro-red-veneto/,Red Blend,2009,Maculan ,Red,Italy,"A flashy, modern-style wine, Modus takes traditional Tuscan flavors of leather and tobacco, dresses them up with cassis, vanilla and toast and wraps all that in a cocoon of lush, supple tannins. An immediately approachable blend of 50% Sangiovese, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Merlot.",Modus,25,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ruffino 2003 Modus Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2003-modus-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2003,Ruffino ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dusty, perfumed tannins are suspended in a ripe and fruity wine, its damson skin texture given an extra boost by tannins. Very dark, concentrated wine, full of character.",First Estate Reserve,,89,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate NV First Estate Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-nv-first-estate-reserve-port-142112/,Port,,Taylor Fladgate 14.6,Red,US,"A very nice Merlot, polished and dry. It has a smooth, silky texture, and shows a complex array of cherry, olive, herb, sandalwood and spice flavors. Elevated enough for a white tablecloth restaurant, at a fair price.",,27,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Roth 2009 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roth-2009-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2009,Roth 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Sweet on the bouquet, with aromas of coffee, mocha, berry jam and cherry extract. Broad and saturated on the palate, with ripe blackberry, cassis and chocolaty flavors. Finishes smooth and easy, with ripe tannins. Very nice but ordinary as full-bodied, extracted Malbecs go.",I,29,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pulenta 2009 I Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pulenta-estate-2009-i-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Pulenta 13,White,France,"Steely, mineral, structured, this is a terroir-driven wine. The wood, carefully balanced, supports this very textured character, while the pear and peach fruits add a further layer. It's a wine for aging, with its rich acidity pushing it on its way.",,,89,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Pierre André 2008 Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2008-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Pierre André 14.4,Red,Argentina,"Bulky and dark up front, with coconut, ripe berry and heat on the nose. Feels rich and resiny, with sticky tannins, extract galore and flavors of coconut, wood grain, black licorice and sweet blackberry. Finishes hefty and grabby, with wayward oak that needs to settle in.",Grand Reserve,25,89,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Piattelli 2009 Grand Reserve Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piattelli-2009-grand-reserve-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2009,Piattelli 14.4,Red,US,"Made in the Parallel style of soft, rich tannins and ultraripe fruit, this Cabernet is instantly flashy for its wealth of blackberries, black currants, dark chocolate and oak. Defines the modern Napa style, although it's too soft to age, so drink up.",,55,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Parallel 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parallel-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Parallel ,White,US,"Chenin Blanc may arguably be the least-appreciated great white grape in the world; outside of the Loire valley, no one bothers to showcase it. But Washington state has some Chenin vines approaching 30 years of age, and that fruit is the centerpiece of this ripe, round, floral and slightly spritzy offering from Pacific Rim. Fruit flavors of ripe pear and key lime make this a vivacious and lip-smacking crowd-pleaser, lifted with natural acids and finished at just 12.5% alcohol.",,11,89,America,,,Pacific Rim 2006 Chenin Blanc (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-rim-2006-chenin-blanc-america/,Chenin Blanc,2006,Pacific Rim 15.2,Red,US,"Aromatic, with a young, grapey character, this pure Malbec lets the fruit shine and keeps the new oak down to a modest 15%. Berries and citrus are kissed with light herb, threading gracefully into a tannic but well-constructed finish.",Verhey Vineyard,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,:Nota Bene 2008 Verhey Vineyard Malbec (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2008-verhey-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-yakima/,Malbec,2008,:Nota Bene 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Black as they come, with saturated, jammy aromas of sweet berry fruit, blackberry syrup and toasty oak. The palate is lush and chewy, with black fruit, spice and herbal flavors. Toasty and black on the finish. A big wine with plentiful oak as well as purity.",Don Nicanor,21,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2010 Don Nicanor Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2010-don-nicanor-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Nieto Senetiner 12,Sparkling,France,"One of the best-selling Champagnes in the world, this Brut has a great fruity character, full of green apples with tangy acidity and an finish that is soft while crisp.",Brut,36,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-brut-champagne-142850/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte ,Red,France,"Pungent, a bit like smoked black olives, but with a bright beam of blackberry fruit. This is medium to full bodied in the mouth, a little creamy in texture without being overly lush, with a jammy, fruit-filled finish. Drink now–2015.",Cuvée Tradition,18,89,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Mas Carlot 2009 Cuvée Tradition Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-carlot-2009-cuvee-tradition-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Mas Carlot ,Red,Austria,"Tannic, red fruits and a firm structure characterize a wine that offers spice and wood as a backdrop. There is power here, partnered with elegance.",Heideboden,27,89,Burgenland,,,Paul Achs 2010 Heideboden Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-achs-2010-heideboden-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2010,Paul Achs 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Opens with dry apple, white peach and stony aromas. The palate is crisp, clean and fairly simple, with lime and green apple flavors. Shows zest and tang on the finish, and overall the focus is on citrus and clarity.",Brut Nature Gran Reserva Reserva de la Familia,17,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Juvé y Camps 2007 Brut Nature Gran Reserva Reserva de la Familia Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juve-camps-2007-brut-nature-gran-reserva-reserva-familia-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Juvé y Camps 15,Red,Spain,"Baked and deep smelling, with prune and lbackberry aromas. In the mouth, it's a powder keg of toast, berry fruit, vanilla, chocolate and other meaty flavors. Voluptuous and long on the finish, with good acicity and tannins. Aged nine months in oak, most of it 2nd use.",El Albar Barricas,23,89,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,J. & F. Lurton 2006 El Albar Barricas Tinta de Toro (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2006-el-albar-barricas-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tinta de Toro,2006,J. & F. Lurton 14.8,Red,US,"Right after opening this sends up lush and overwhelming scents of pretty new toasty barrels. Let it breathe and the fruit fills in; a mix of blackberry and cassis with plenty of coffee, cocoa, mocha and olive. A big wine that needs a couple more years in the bottle to pull itself together.",,38,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Abeja 2009 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2009,Abeja 12.5,White,France,"Youthful lemony color with bright citrusy aromas and hints of smoke, honey and spice. Fresh, juicy, vibrant flavors of moderate intensity leading to a moderately long, soft finish. Good, easy drinking every-day wine.",Gentil,17,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 2008 Gentil White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-2008-gentil-white-alsace/,Alsace white blend,2008,Hugel 15.5,Red,US,"On the bigger, beastlier side of Barbera, grown from a one-acre plot in the El Dorado hills, this wine'll take some time to unveil itself—5 to 6 years—but already shows licorice, black cherry and oakiness that's bound to resolve itself with age. Incredibly juicy and good now, the acidity's still a bit tight.",Walker Cuvee,22,89,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Hovey 2009 Walker Cuvee Barbera (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hovey-2009-walker-cuvee-barbera-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Barbera,2009,Hovey 15,Red,France,"Hecht & Bannier tends to favor a blend based on Syrah and Mourvèdre, here 55% and 35% respectively, with a small addition of Carignan to add lively spice and vibrant acidity. Aromas of rosemary and thyme sprigs spice up the ripe fruit core, while the medium-length finish offers a lovely dusting of black pepper on the end. Drink now–2015.",,39,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Hecht & Bannier 2009 Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hecht-bannier-2009-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Hecht & Bannier 12.5,White,France,"A more rounded, full-bodied style of Sancerre, pushing aromatic fruits, kiwi and grapefruit along with its intense acidity. There is a mineral edge, coming from the chalk soil of Sancerre. Age for a few months.",Domaine de la Perrière,,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Guy Saget 2010 Domaine de la Perrière (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guy-saget-2010-domaine-perriere-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Guy Saget 14.2,Red,US,"This could be labeled Cabernet Sauvignon, as the proportion of Cab Franc has been cut from half to just 21%. It sees a lot of new French oak, and at this young age remains a tight, tannic, tongue-scraper. Ripe, primary black fruits—blackberry and cassis—are cloaked in toasty cracker flavors. Decant this one if you plan to drink it anytime soon.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard The Wanted,37,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Guardian 2008 Stillwater Creek Vineyard The Wanted Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-cellars-2008-stillwater-creek-vineyard-wanted-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc,2008,Guardian 14.4,Red,US,"In a cool vintage such as 2008, grapes from this northern vineyard bring a lighter, more elegant style to the Gun Metal red. The blend is half Cabernet Sauvignon, 43% Merlot, and 7% Cabernet Franc. Strawberry and cherry flavors are pretty but light, like good candy, with a gentle fade.",Conner Lee Vineyard Gun Metal,37,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Guardian 2008 Conner Lee Vineyard Gun Metal Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-cellars-2008-conner-lee-vineyard-gun-metal-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Guardian 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Nice, full and smooth up front, with minty blackberry aromas that fold in bacon and smoky oak. Pure and showing good body along with chocolaty notes and core flavors of berry and cola touched up by barrel spice. Turns richer and more sweet as it breathes.",Reserva,16,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,François Lurton 2010 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2010-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,François Lurton 13,Rose,France,"Like so many of the Costières de Nîmes rosés, this is a medium-bodied, rounded wine, loaded with cherries and almost tropical fruit. It's very easy to drink, with a richness akin to white chocolate on the finish. Drink now.",Tradition,12,89,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château L'Ermitage 2010 Tradition Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lermitage-2010-tradition-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2010,Château L'Ermitage 13,Red,France,"Spice and leather notes accent bold blueberry-blackberry fruit in this intense blend of 50% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre and 20% Syrah. The tannins are still firm, so give them another 6–9 months to soften, then drink the wine over the next couple of years.",Tradition,12,89,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château L'Ermitage 2009 Tradition Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lermitage-2009-tradition-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château L'Ermitage 12.5,Rose,France,"Relatively rich in character, with toast and yeast flavors offering a contrast to the more tropical fruit flavors. There is dry spice and finely balanced acidity that offer a further dimension to this full-bodied wine.",Cuvée Spéciale,20,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de la Sanglière 2010 Cuvée Spéciale Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sangliere-2010-cuvee-speciale-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de la Sanglière 13,Red,France,"This blend of 40% Syrah, 35% Grenache and 25% Mourvèdre takes some time to fully express itself in the glass, with soft scents of licorice root, red cherry, raspberry and a touch of sweet orange oil. Bright and fresh in the mouth with juicy red fruit flavors infused by a mineral twang. Drink now–2015.",Le 1er,20,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Château Haut Lignières 2009 Le 1er Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-lignieres-2009-le-1er-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château Haut Lignières 13.5,White,France,"This blend of Grenache Blanc (50%), Roussanne (40%) and Viognier (10%) is partially barrel fermented, resulting in a plump, round wine with hints of toasted oats, melon and spice. It nevertheless retains a briny edge of minerality that acts as the wine's spine and imparts length to the finish. Drink now.",Vieilles Vignes Blanc,20,89,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de Nages 2010 Vieilles Vignes Blanc White (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nages-2010-vieilles-vignes-blanc-white-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Château de Nages ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A dry wine, the sweetness overtaken by tannins, black currant stalkiness and acidity. It works well as a more serious style of Reserve Port, hinting at aging potential.",Trademark Finest Reserve,21,89,Port,,,Dow's NV Trademark Finest Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-nv-trademark-finest-reserve-port-142099/,Port,,Dow's 13,Red,France,"This blend of Grenache, Carignan and Syrah shows plenty of garrigue character, mixing floral and herbal notes with plummy fruit. It's medium-bodied and boasts silky tannins on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Les 3 Pères,,89,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Domaine Terres de Solence 2009 Les 3 Pères Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terres-solence-2009-3-peres-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine Terres de Solence 13,White,US,"What a pretty Pinot Grigio, at a really great every-day price. Provides a crisp bite of acidity, brightening flavors of oranges, lemons, limes, green apples and honey. Super-drinkable with everything from little appetizers to broiled chicken and Asian food.",Domino,7,89,California,California Other,California,Delicato 2010 Domino Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2010-domino-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Delicato 12,Sparkling,France,"A blend of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, this is a rich Champagne. It has layers of red currant fruits and intense acidity. There is some toast coming through as this wine has aged.",Fleur Noir Blanc de Noirs Brut,59,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Beaumont des Crayères 2003 Fleur Noir Blanc de Noirs Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaumont-crayeres-2003-fleur-noir-blanc-noirs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2003,Beaumont des Crayères 14,Red,South Africa,"A Bordeaux blend, named after winemaker Sebastian Beaumont's sister, with a dominance of Merlot, this wine has vivid, fresh fruits. Coming from cooler Walker Bay, near the ocean, gives it a lift and vibrancy, hinting at juicy fruit flavors as that ride over the dry tannic structure, and leave clean acidity as an aftertaste.",Ariane,,89,Walker Bay,,,Beaumont 2003 Ariane Red (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaumont-2003-ariane-red-walker-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Beaumont 14,Red,Italy,"A lush fruit nose, with plenty of blackberry jam, woodsmoke and anise. Quite chunky on the palate, but amaiable and easy going, although not a particularly long finish. A pleasant food friendly wine for a weekday night after a hard day at work.",Barturot,32,89,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Ca' Viola 2005 Barturot (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-viola-2005-barturot-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2005,Ca' Viola 14.5,Red,US,"The vineyard is on the Napa side of Carneros. The grapes got quite ripe, to judge from the flavors of black cherries, while 75% new oak adds distinct flavors of sweet, caramelized toast. The wine is pretty tannic, with fine acidity. Give it a few hours in the decanter before pouring.",Estate Vineyard,50,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 2008 Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-2008-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bouchaine 14.5,Red,Spain,"Sweet, lightly baked, leathery and raisiny on the nose, then lush, saturated and still balanced in the mouth. Delivers tasty earth, leather, herb and baked berry and plum flavors in front of a toasty, chocolaty finish. Richer and more chewy than Remei's Gotim Bru blend. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo.",Oda,27,89,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Castell del Remei 2007 Oda Red (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-remei-2007-oda-red-costers-segre/,Red Blend,2007,Castell del Remei 12.9,Sparkling,US,"There's a sugary sweetness to this Pinot Noir and Chardonnay blend, in roughly equal measures. It's rich and ripe in raspberries, limes and oranges, with the doughy, leesy sourness that marks a good sparkling wine. Feels somewhat rough and aggressive now, but elegant and complex. Could develop bottle complexity over this decade.",Brut,70,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Schramsberg 2006 Brut Sparkling (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2006-brut-sparkling-sonoma-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Schramsberg 14.2,Red,US,"Easy to drink now because it's so rich and sweet in fruit and oak. Raspberries, cherries, vanilla, cinnamon spice and sandalwood wash over the palate, just delicious. Seems too sweet and accessible to age, so drink over the next three years.",Deer Meadows Vineyard,47,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Waits-Mast 2009 Deer Meadows Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waits-mast-2009-deer-meadows-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Waits-Mast 13.5,Red,US,"If only more California Barbera could be like this. Opening with a pretty, yet rich fruit nose of dark cherry and plum, the structured wine has been tamed into a soft, chocolate-brushed finish with just the perfect amount of acidity. The vines have been in the ground since the 1880s. Winemaker Jim Moore adds just a thimble's worth (3%) of Nebbiolo too, before letting it all age in oak.",,20,90,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Uvaggio 2008 Barbera (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uvaggio-2008-barbera-central-valley-lodi/,Barbera,2008,Uvaggio 14.1,Red,US,"A more focused River's Red than in recent vintages, the 2009 clicks on all cylinders. Initially it strikes you as a pleasantly fruity and forward blend, but in fact it's 74% Cabernet from a mix of A-level vineyards. It plays out well across a full midpalate, with mixed berries, cherries, hints of forest, earth, toast, juicy acids, fine-grained tannins and a lick of mocha in the finish.",River's Red,14,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2009 River's Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2009-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Three Rivers 14.5,Red,US,"There's nothing subtle about this Zin. It's rich and ripe in fruit and spices, flooding the mouth with wild, briary blackberry and mulberry flavors. Drink this exuberant young wine with spicy meats. The world's greatest hamburger or cheeseburger would not be out of place.",Teldeschi,35,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ravenswood 2008 Teldeschi Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2008-teldeschi-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Ravenswood 14.5,White,US,"A fine followup to the 2008, this Chardonnay, from a high valley between Sonoma County and Napa Valley, combines rich tropical fruit with good acidity and an earthiness that grounds it. Feels complex in the mouth, taking the California style and wrestling it to elegance.",,45,90,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Pont de Chevalier 2009 Chardonnay (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pont-chevalier-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-knights-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Pont de Chevalier 14.5,Red,US,"This is a blend of Petite Sirah, Zinfandel and Malbec, and is one of the best of its type out there. A muscular, potent wine as befits the varieties it's made from, it's richly tannic and layered, with blackberry, plum, bacon, dark chocolate and pepper flavors.",Napa Valley Cuvée,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tudal 2008 Napa Valley Cuvée Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudal-2008-napa-valley-cuvee-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Tudal 14.6,Red,US,"Watermill's wines are generally pure varietals and almost always estate-grown, as here. Sweet with generous blueberry and boysenberry fruit flavors, this is a lovely Malbec, perfectly balanced. Tannins are silky and delicately touched with chocolate and spice.",Estate,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Watermill 2008 Estate Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watermill-2008-estate-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2008,Watermill 13.7,Red,US,"Classic Petite Sirahin its own brawny, briary way. It's full-bodied and drily tannic, with strong flavors of wild berries, tobacco, Canadian bacon, crushed pepper and toast. The depth of these flavors is considerable, as is the long, spicy finish. Should glide effortlessly through the next eight years.",Burning Man,33,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Truett Hurst 2009 Burning Man Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truett-hurst-2009-burning-man-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,Truett Hurst 14.6,Red,US,"Dry, tough and gritty. The main issue is the tannins, which are hard as nails, and coat the mouth with sandpapery astringency. Yet underneath is a solid core of blackberry fruit. Classically old style Mount Veeder, this Cabernet wants a good six years in the cellar, and it could develop for far longer.",Cloud's Nest Vineyard,60,90,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Trinchero 2008 Cloud's Nest Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2008-clouds-nest-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Trinchero 13,Dessert,Italy,"This very fragrant and floral dessert wine from southern Italy offers aromas of apricot, honey, toasted almond and candied fruit. The mouthfeel is thick and sweet but not over the top and for that reason you can pair this wine with most fruit-based desserts.",Dulcis in Fundo,,90,Southern Italy,Moscato di Trani,,Torrevento 2009 Dulcis in Fundo (Moscato di Trani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torrevento-2009-dulcis-in-fundo-muscat-moscato-moscato-trani/,Moscato,2009,Torrevento 15,Red,Spain,"Roasted, meaty and leathery on the nose, with some schisty mineral poking through. Saturated and thick in the middle, with blackberry, chocolate and a bit of buttery oak flavor. Sweet and chocolaty on the finish, with plenty of extraction.",Salmos,40,90,Catalonia,Priorat,,Torres 2009 Salmos Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2009-salmos-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2009,Torres 13.5,Red,Italy,"This stylish Barbera has a bright, fresh nose of sweet strawberry, roses and licorice. On the palate, the freshness of the fruit comes through. beautifully. Full flavored without being full bodied. Slightly old fashioned and delicious.",,19,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Pio Cesare 2005 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2005-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2005,Pio Cesare 13.5,White,France,"This partially barrel-fermented blend of Grenache Blanc, Vermentino and Roussanne is ambitious, but hits the right notes, displaying hints of toasted almond, vanilla, pineapple and honeyed ripeness. The wood and lees impact the wine, but not to excess.",Grand Marrenon,14,90,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Marrenon 2010 Grand Marrenon White (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marrenon-2010-grand-white-luberon/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Marrenon 14.1,White,US,"Made from various vineyards scattered around this huge appellation, MacRostie's '09 Chardonnay offers brilliantly etched fruit brightened by crisp, coastal acidity. Strikes a nice balance between ripe pears and sweet, vanilla-scented oak.",,25,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacRostie 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,MacRostie 13.7,White,US,"With a touch of green grass and gooseberry, this refreshing Sauvignon Blanc features richer flavors of pineapples, lemons, limes, honeysuckle and vanilla. It's a streamlined, elegant wine, at a very good price.",,16,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Oberon 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oberon-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Oberon 13,White,Austria,"Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc is a blend once found in Burgundy, but rarely today. Here in Austrian Burgenland, it gives a very rounded style of wine, although with a terroir-marked mineral edge. Baked apples and creamed pear are laced with pink grapefruit.",,36,90,Leithaberg,,,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 2010 Chardonnay-Pinot Blanc (Leithaberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-anita-und-hans-2010-sparkling-chardonnay-pinot-blanc-leithaberg/,Chardonnay-Pinot Blanc,2010,Nittnaus Anita und Hans 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Loads of peach and honey open the nose of this creamy, rich Chardonnay-based sparkling wine. In the mouth, the wine delivers sharp acidity and piquant effervescence.",Brut Satèn,32,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Montenisa 2004 Brut Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montenisa-2004-brut-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2004,Montenisa ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The hot 2009 vintage has yielded young vintage Ports with intense color. Here the color shows the ripeness of the perfumed, concentrated black fruit. Rich, full, more open than tannic, likely to age over the medium term.",Vinha Castelo Melhor Vintage,70,90,Port,,,Duorum 2009 Vinha Castelo Melhor Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2009-vinha-castelo-melhor-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Duorum 13.5,White,US,"Duckhorn is best known for reds, but their Sauvignon Blancs can be quite good, as evidenced by this crisp, rich ‘08. It's firm in acidity, with mineral-inspired flavors of citrus fruits, gooseberry, honeysuckle flower, buttercream and smoky, oaky vanilla. A sophisticated, slightly sweet white wine for drinking now with poultry, fish and pork dishes.",,27,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2008-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Duckhorn 12.5,Sparkling,US,"There's a lot going on for the price in this honeyed, rich blush wine. Pinot Noir gives hints of strawberries, while Chardonnay contributes limes and oranges. The result is a smooth, crisp sipper for drinking now.",Blanc de Noirs,20,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-blanc-de-noirs-sparkling-carneros-140228/,Sparkling Blend,,Gloria Ferrer 12.5,White,France,"A finely textured wine, with its acidity and apple fruits laced with wood and spice. It is rich, full in the mouth, a wine that has great pure flavors, very clear right to the end. Screwcap.",Les Vaillons Vieilles Vignes,40,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Laroche 2009 Les Vaillons Vieilles Vignes (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-laroche-2009-vaillons-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Laroche 14.5,Red,France,"This Grenache-dominated cuvée starts off with beautiful lifted aromas of clove, allspice and cherries. On the palate, it's rich, full-bodied and savory, with plentiful tannins that balance out the ripe cherry fruit. Ambitious, and pulls it off. Drink 2012–2016.",Doña Maria,,90,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Domaine du Tix 2009 Doña Maria Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tix-2009-dona-maria-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine du Tix 12.5,White,France,"Floral wine, enticingly perfumed. It is dry, nutty, layered with acidity. White fruits and pineapple go with the intense lime. Worth aging for at least a year, maybe more.",Sec,,90,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine de la Rouletière 2010 Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rouletiere-2010-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Domaine de la Rouletière 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Thick and sultry smelling, with aromas of menthol, mint, tobacco, leather and ripe black fruits. Feels good but oaky, with resiny tannins and baked berry and vanilla flavors. Dark, toasty and mellow on the finish. Shows ripeness, balance and lots of oak. Drink now through 2014.",Obra Prima Gran Reserva Familiar Maximus,45,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Familia Cassone 2007 Obra Prima Gran Reserva Familiar Maximus Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-cassone-2007-obra-prima-gran-reserva-familiar-maximus-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Familia Cassone 13,Red,France,"A structured wine, with some tight black cherry flavors as well as firm tannins. The wine has a mineral edge, the acidity giving a juicy character to the fruit, while the texture is dry, tannic. Age for a year.",Les Fouillouses,,90,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Gaël Martin 2009 Les Fouillouses (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gael-martin-2009-fouillouses-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2009,Gaël Martin 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a soft and sophisticated sparkling blend of Pinot Nero and Chardonnay (in a rosé version) that opens with a delicate pink color and pristine aromas of toasted almond, stone fruit, cassis and white pepper. The mouthfeel is capped by a zesty, spicy feel.",Brut Rosé,35,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi 2006 Brut Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-2006-brut-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Contadi Castaldi 14,Red,France,"This Carignan-based blend with 25% Grenache is dense and concentrated, highlighting just how well the old Carignan vines from the region can express themselves. Ripe blueberry and boysenberry flavors are matched with medium-intense notes of bay, menthol, sweet bark and bittersweet chocolate. The silky mouth offers a round but balanced feel, with a nice mineral lift to the close.",Nos Racines,25,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Château de la Liquiere 2007 Nos Racines Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-liquiere-2007-nos-racines-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château de la Liquiere 14,Red,France,"Château Beaubois's top cuvée, this blend of 70% Syrah and 30% Grenache is aged in 450-liter casks for 14 months prior to bottling, yet it doesn't seem oaky at all. Instead, it's herbal, jammy and savory all at once, with lovely spice notes and substantial tannins on the finish. Drink 2013–2020.",Harmonie,25,90,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Beaubois 2009 Harmonie Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaubois-2009-harmonie-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château Beaubois 13.2,White,US,"You get lots of bang for your buck with this Chardonnay. It's flashy in pineapples, oranges and peaches, with plenty of sweet, buttered toast and vanilla from oak. Yet there's fine, crisp acidity for balance, and even a touch of Carneros minerality.",Nueva,18,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Carneros Highway 2010 Nueva Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carneros-highway-2010-nueva-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Carneros Highway 14,Red,Spain,"Leafy, rooty aromas fold in earthy berry scents and chocolate. Mature on the palate, with baked plum, sweet spice and tobacco flavors. Ripe, long and friendly on the finish, with more than adequate structure and tightness. Contains one-third Mazuelo in addition to Tempranillo, which is a lot by Rioja standards. Drink now.",Seleccion,40,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Darien 2003 Seleccion (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darien-2003-seleccion-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2003,Darien 15.1,Red,US,"This is a Bordeaux-style blend based on the two Cabernets, Sauvignon and Franc. It's made in the modern style, soft, ripe and oaky. Floods the mouth with black cherry and raspberry flavors, sweetened with caramelized oak, and undeniably delicious. However, a combination of high alcohol and excessive softness seems to limit ageability, so enjoy over the next few years.",Era,195,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Alpha Omega 2008 Era Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-omega-2008-era-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Alpha Omega 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Bandarossa Prosecco consistently delivers excellent quality year after year. This luminous sparkling wine offers delicate nuances of dried basil, stone fruit, peat and passion fruit.",Bandarossa Extra Dry,22,90,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bortolomiol 2010 Bandarossa Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolomiol-2010-bandarossa-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Bortolomiol 14.6,Red,US,"So ripe, it's like drinking the Platonic essence of cherries and blackberries, sweet and satisfying in fruity richness. Oak adds the usual level of flashy toast. It's a little on the soft side, but dramatically layered. Hard to tell where it's going down the road, so drink over the next six years.",Reserve,65,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bon Coeur 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bon-coeur-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bon Coeur 14.5,Red,US,"Very rich in blackberries and cassis, almost sweet, and the oak adds to the impression of sweetness with smoky caramel. Almost chocolaty, with a minty tang. Definitely in the modern style, soft and flashy. We'll see if it ages.",,90,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Bon Coeur 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bon-coeur-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bon Coeur 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Lemon, lime and minerally aromas are clean as a whistle. The palate is zesty, tight, moderately complex in feel and pulsing with green apple and citrus flavors. Finishes clean, with orange notes. A piercing wine that's perfect for shellfish.",Gran Reserva Brut Nature,28,90,Catalonia,Cava,,Huguet de Can Feixes 2006 Gran Reserva Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huguet-2006-gran-reserva-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Huguet de Can Feixes 12,White,France,"Pale lemon color with slight green hue. Well defined citrus aromas with strong minerality coming through. Crisp, juicy and very refreshing with a taut, focused palate that is packed with a medley of lively ruby grapefruit, tangerine, lime and peach flavors. Firm minerality follows through on the palate adding an appealing savory edge. Medium-bodied with a long mouthwatering finish.",,20,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 2008 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-2008-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Hugel 13.5,Red,France,"Although only 55% Syrah, it really shows in this top bottling. Hickory smoke and game notes give a wild, untamed character to the cassis and blueberry fruit, which finishes surprisingly fresh. Drink now-2012.",Cuvée Mythique Limited Release,30,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 2003 Cuvée Mythique Limited Release Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-mediterranee-2003-cuvee-mythique-limited-release-red-corbieres/,Red Blend,2003,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 15.5,Red,US,"What a value. Pretty much as delicious as Paso reds get, although it's high in alcohol. Dazzles with cherry, blackberry, currant, dark chocolate, sweet sandalwood and cinnamon spice flavors.",Single Vineyard,15,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Jettlynn 2008 Single Vineyard Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jettlynn-2008-single-vineyard-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2008,Jettlynn 14.4,Red,US,"Big, heavy, extracted, tannic and dry. That pretty much sums up this blend of all five Bordeaux varieties, with Petit Verdot in the majority. It's potent in blackberry and black currant flavors, with an undertow of minerals. Should age well over the next eight years, without necessarily becoming more distinguished.",Hendry Vineyard RED,38,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2007 Hendry Vineyard RED Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2007-vineyard-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Hendry 13.6,Red,US,"Potent in flavor, showing the ripeness of the grapes and the extractedness of the winemaking. Fills the mouth with cherries, raspberries and cola, with plenty of toasty oak. The richness is fortunately balanced with acidity and some bracing tannins. Give it a few years in the cellar.",Dunah Vineyard,50,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Follette 2009 Dunah Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/follette-2009-dunah-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,La Follette 12.5,White,France,"Mid-lemon hue. Nicely layered aromas of ripe store fruit, hints of petrol and an appealing earthy minerality. Bright and well defined flavors of peach, apricot, nectarine and spice with the minerality following through, adding complexity on the palate. Very fresh and juicy with a smooth texture and a moderately long finish.",KB,14,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2008 KB White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2008-kb-white-alsace/,Alsace white blend,2008,Kuentz-Bas ,Rose,France,"This enchanting rosé starts off slightly flinty and citrusy on the nose, but follows up on the palate with waves of creamy concentration and ripe berry fruit balanced by a bright, refreshing finish.",Les Galets Rosés,13,90,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Mourgues du Grès 2010 Les Galets Rosés Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mourgues-gres-2010-galets-roses-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2010,Château Mourgues du Grès 13.8,White,US,"There's no oak at all on this savory young Sauvignon Blanc, which delivers its richness directly to the palate, undiluted. Those flavors are of green fruits: melons, apples, limes and the slightly sour, flowery tang of gooseberries. Fine acidity makes it all brisk and mouthwatering. An outstanding Sauvignon Blanc for today's ethnic fare, at a great price.",,14,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2010-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Husch 13.8,Red,US,"Earns extra credit for the sheer audacity of ripe cherry, raspberry and vanilla cream flavors. Almost as sweet as a candy bar, but actually dry, and balanced with acidity and minerals. A fine Pinot Noir that should develop bottle complexity over the next six years.",,45,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,ZD 2010 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-2010-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,ZD ,Red,US,"Don't be fooled by the unusual label—a bright green praying mantis on a plain brown background. The Praying Mantis bottling offers ripe, estate-grown fruit at the core of a juicy young wine. Tart and delicious, it's a lively bowl of cherries and berries.",Praying Mantis,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Watermill 2008 Praying Mantis Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watermill-2008-praying-mantis-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Watermill 14.2,Red,US,"A little too soft for ageability, but a very delicious wine. Not quite in the league of the wonderful 2007, but offers rich, ripe flavors of blackberries, cherries, cola and cedar, with all kinds of earthy, minerally complexities. Give it a firmer mouthfeel and the score would soar.",Purple Label,58,90,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,W.H. Smith 2008 Purple Label Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2008-purple-label-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,W.H. Smith 13.8,White,US,"Quite a fancy Sauvignon Blanc, from the four-sided bottle to the purity of citrus fruit, gooseberry and spice flavors. The richness is brightened by crisp acidity, braced with a stony minerality. Great with chicken, veal and pork dishes, as well as a spectrum of Mexican, Vietnamese or Indian fare.",VGS Explorer,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Château Potelle 2010 VGS Explorer Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-2010-vgs-explorer-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Château Potelle 13,Red,France,"A richly fruity wine, its tannins comfortably entrenched in a plump structure. Wood flavors are in the background, giving extra richness. With its dark plum fruits, acidity and tannins, the wine will age well.",Les Puillets,32,90,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Château Philippe-le-Hardi 2009 Les Puillets (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-philippe-le-hardi-2009-puillets-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2009,Château Philippe-le-Hardi 14.5,Red,France,"Pesquié's red Quintessence is a blend of 80% Syrah and 20% Grenache, aged in oak barrels. The result features plenty of spices, like clove, nutmeg and cinnamon, but also lush cassis and raspberry fruit and a velvety texture. Drink now–2016.",Quintessence,25,90,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Château Pesquié 2009 Quintessence Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pesquie-2009-quintessence-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château Pesquié 13,Red,Spain,"A medium-intensity example of a well-made wine that doesn't overpower or isn't overoaked. Rose petal, brick dust, leather and vanilla aromas set up a mostly fresh palate with plum, berry and herbal flavors. Shows some barrel spice and sweetness on the finish. Right there for $20.",Vendimia Seleccionada Reserva,20,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Muriel 2007 Vendimia Seleccionada Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muriel-2007-vendimia-seleccionada-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Bodegas Muriel 13.5,Red,Spain,"Starts out with baked, mulchy aromas of earthy leather, raisin and tobacco and gets more complex with air. The palate is narrow and clean, with good intensity and flavors of brown sugar, mocha and dried berry fruits. More light and oaky than fruity on the finish. Ready to drink now.",Rioja Bordón Gran Reserva Tempranillo,24,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Franco-Españolas 2004 Rioja Bordón Gran Reserva Tempranillo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-franco-espanolas-2004-rioja-bordon-gran-reserva-tempranillo-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Bodegas Franco-Españolas 13,Red,France,"Bottled unfiltered, this is a richly ripe wine, layered with a more smoky, even mineral, texture from the volcanic soil of the vineyard. It is dense, the tannins giving hints of wood as well as a black plum skin character.",Cuvée Jules de Souzy Vieilles Vignes,24,90,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Château de la Terrière 2009 Cuvée Jules de Souzy Vieilles Vignes (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-terriere-2009-cuvee-jules-souzy-vieilles-vignes-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2009,Château de la Terrière 13,Red,France,"An attractively fruity wine, with the richness of 2009 giving sweet red cherry fruits, blackberries and a balanced layer of tannin. Produced in the vineyards of the 18th century Château de Fleurie, this is a wine with good concentration and weight as well as fine fruit.",,21,90,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Château de Fleurie 2009 Fleurie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleurie-2009-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2009,Château de Fleurie 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"L'Eremita is a spicy Recioto della Valpolicella (a red dessert wine made from the same blend of grapes as Amarone) that boasts savory tones of cigar box, barbecue smoke, brown sugar and teriyaki. The wine shows some tannins with an otherwise smooth and creamy mouthfeel.",L'Eremita,72,90,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella,,Ca' Rugate 2008 L'Eremita (Recioto della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2008-leremita-red-recioto-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2008,Ca' Rugate 13.5,White,US,"Fresh and zesty in acidity, this Chardonnay has forward flavors of ripe green apples, peaches, oranges and vanilla cream, with a little bit of smoky oak. It's an easy wine to like, and grows better as it warms in the glass.",Reserve,26,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Martin Ray 2010 Reserve Chardonnay (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2010-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Martin Ray 13.8,White,US,"If not for the acidity and minerality, this would be a simple Chardonnay, with its fruit juicy flavors of peaches, oranges and pineapples. But that crisp, zesty structure gives it life.",Persephone Estate,28,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2010 Persephone Estate Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2010-persephone-estate-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Peju 14.5,Red,France,"A blend of 40% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 20% Carignan and 10% Mourvèdre aged in French oak for 12 months, this wine exhibits great depth of flavors against a tight structure. Notes of garrigue herbs and peppery spice infuse the blackberry and rich plum fruit core. Sweet oak flavors linger on the long finish along with firm but fine tannins. Drink now–2016.",,20,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Mas Gabinèle 2009 Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-gabinele-2009-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Mas Gabinèle ,Red,France,"This Syrah-based cuvée is aged in barrel, but the cedary notes are only a backdrop to the floral, garrigue notes and dark fruit aromas. In the mouth, the flavors seem brighter and more like red berries, with plenty of savory spice for interest. It's drinking well now, but the moderate tannins suggest it should hold through 2016.",Cuvée Excellence,13,90,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Mas des Bressades 2009 Cuvée Excellence Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-bressades-2009-cuvee-excellence-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Mas des Bressades 14.5,Red,France,"This is a lovely example of Ventoux Grenache (80%), with 15% Syrah and 5% a blend of Mourvèdre, Cinsaut and Carignan. It's slightly warm in style and supple in structure, but with hints of dried flowers and licorice to give verve and dimension to the black cherry fruit. Drink now and over the next few years.",,18,90,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Martinelle 2009 Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinelle-2009-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Martinelle 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Solid and broad on the nose, with black cherry, berry and controlled rubbery aromas. Fresh, juicy and healthy on the palate, with good drive and dark, toasty flavors of black fruits, spice and chocolate. Spicy, warm and a bit complex on the finish. Malbec with Cab Sauvignon and Syrah; drink now.",Finca,20,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Qaramy 2005 Finca Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qaramy-2005-finca-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2005,Qaramy 13.5,Red,Italy,"A fat rich wine with an exuberant personality. Plenty of hefty, ripe fruit, a big chunky palate and a good, long luscious finish. While it is not as complex as some other 2003 Barolos, it is friendly and solid and will work beautifully with food.",Dardi Le Rose Bussia,79,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Colla 2003 Dardi Le Rose Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-2003-dardi-le-rose-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Poderi Colla 14.2,Red,US,"Made in the style of Monticello's 2008s, a ripe, softly delicious wine. It packs lots of berry, cherry, currant and chocolate fruit, with a savory earthiness suggesting green olives. Flashy enough to drink now, and could gain bottle interest over the next six years, if not longer.",Corley Yewell Vineyard,65,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Monticello Vineyards 2008 Corley Yewell Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-2008-corley-yewell-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Monticello Vineyards 12.5,White,France,"Intense, concentrated wine with herbaceous flavors allied to gooseberry, pink grapefruit and a steely edge of acidity. With its powerful fruits, it is worth aging for a few months.",,20,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Michel Vattan 2010 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-vattan-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Michel Vattan 14,Red,France,"Although this cuvée is 100% Syrah, it's remarkably well behaved, without any reductive or animale scents. Instead, it delivers ripe cherry and vanilla aromas, some creaminess on the palate and a long, elegant finish that ends savory not sweet. Drink now–2016.",Les Piliers,20,90,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Michel Gassier 2009 Les Piliers Syrah (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gassier-2009-piliers-shiraz-syrah-syrah-costieres-nimes/,Syrah,2009,Michel Gassier 14.5,White,US,"John Kinney is doing great things with Livermore Valley fruit, most especially with many of his whites, including this classically oaked Fumé Blanc, the grapes barrel-fermented in 100% French oak (Seguin Moreau and Taransaud) and left sur lie for six months, Montrachet style. Creamy but bright with aromatics of caramel and vanilla, but only 50 cases were made.",Del Arroyo Vineyard,24,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Occasio 2010 Del Arroyo Vineyard Fumé Blanc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occasio-2010-arroyo-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-fume-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2010,Occasio 15.3,Red,US,"Grapes from Ciel du Cheval, Champoux and Dineen contribute to this attractive Bordeaux-style blend. Cassis and black cherry fruit are combined in a smooth, supple wine with generous coffee and licorice components.",Miscela,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2008 Miscela Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2008-miscela-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,:Nota Bene 15.3,Red,US,"The 2008 vintage marks a return to the Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated (43%) blend of earlier years, though the proportionate 29% Merlot and 28% Cabernet Franc are there in abundance. It's smoky and seductive, with dark, dense black fruits amply showcased with granite, clay, toast and charcoal components from the vineyard.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,:Nota Bene 2008 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2008-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,:Nota Bene 15,Red,Spain,"Dark, tight and charred on the nose, with intense berry aromas. The palate is quite juicy and acidic for Toro, with potent black fruit and cocoa flavors. The wine's primed acidity lasts onto the finish, creating length and raciness but also some gritty scour. Drink now through 2014.",Fighting Bulls Crianza,48,90,Northern Spain,Toro,,Abelis Carthago 2007 Fighting Bulls Crianza (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abelis-carthago-2007-fighting-bulls-crianza-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2007,Abelis Carthago 13.8,Red,US,"One of the best Merlot values on the market. With rich, delicious cherry, anise and sandalwood flavors, wrapped into softly smooth tannins, it's just what a California Merlot should be. Easy to find, with 10,000 cases produced.",,15,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Avalon 2009 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avalon-2009-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Avalon 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This beautiful Brut Rosé sparkling wine from the celebrated Franciacorta region of northern Italy (not far from Milan) delivers a creamy, rich texture, generous perlage and aromas of cranberry and pink rose.",Brut Rosé,35,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Antica Fratta NV Brut Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-fratta-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Antica Fratta 12,Sparkling,Italy,"A pale pink sparkler with loads of intensity and elegance, Essence opens with delicate aromas of cranberry, toasted almond, mature fruit and grapefruit. The wine's perlage is steady and foamy.",Essence Rosé,36,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Antica Fratta 2006 Essence Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-fratta-2006-essence-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Antica Fratta 13.5,White,US,"A very bright, tropical Sémillon from Amador-based Andis. Winemaker Mark McKenna uses 35-year-old vines to make this layered, slightly sweet but completely in balance wine. Enjoyable lychee, just-ripe pineapple and fig permeate; the wine gets even better as it opens.",Bill Dillian Vineyard,19,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Andis 2010 Bill Dillian Vineyard Sémillon (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andis-2010-bill-dillian-vineyard-semillon-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sémillon,2010,Andis 14.5,Red,US,"This winery's best bottlings are its red blends, and this is certainly one of them. Made from a unique combination of Syrah, Malbec and Petit Verdot, it's bone dry, deeply tannic and sweet in blackberries, plums, herbs, tobacco, bacon and sandalwood. The tannins suggest drinking with rich meats and cheeses.",Renegade Margarita Vineyard,23,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2009 Renegade Margarita Vineyard Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2009-renegade-margarita-vineyard-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2009,Ancient Peaks 15,Red,US,"The Milbrandt bottling is all Sundance Vineyard fruit, cropped a little higher, and macerated with fewer stems for a shorter time. It is a fine introduction to the K Vintners style; showing good density in a moderately ripe format. The fruit is brambly and tart, with some earth and stem flavors, good balance, and a hint of the grape's gamy aspect.",Milbrandt,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,K Vintners 2008 Milbrandt Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2008-milbrandt-syrah-wahluke-slope-140811/,Syrah,2008,K Vintners 14.6,Red,US,"A big Pinot Noir, darkly colored and full-bodied in the mouth. The depth of fruit is impressive, packing a solid core of black cherries and plums. Might gain some bottle notes over the next 4–6 years.",Triple Seven,52,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Heart O' The Mountain 2008 Triple Seven Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heart-o-mountain-2008-triple-seven-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Heart O' The Mountain 15.2,Red,US,"Bold and ripe in cherry jam flavors. Oak brings buttered toast to the mix. Delicious and savory, this Pinot is solidly in the ripe California style of forward fruit and immediate flash. Drink now and through 2014.",Six Sixty Seven,52,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Heart O' The Mountain 2008 Six Sixty Seven Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heart-o-mountain-2008-six-sixty-seven-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Heart O' The Mountain 13.5,White,France,"Soft wine, now ripe and open, its fruit just masking almonds, toast and sweet cream. The acidity gives backbone to this mature wine which is concentrated yet with a touch of acidity and spice.",Les Vieux Murs Vieilles Vignes,35,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Loron et Fils 2005 Les Vieux Murs Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loron-fils-2005-vieux-murs-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2005,Loron et Fils 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A pale, golden-colored blend of Chardonnay (70%) and Pinot Nero, this luminous wine offers deep aromatic intensity—aromas of mature peach, melon, baked bread and freshly ground clove. It finishes soft, creamy and smooth.",Arcadia Millesimato Brut,40,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Lantieri de Paratico 2006 Arcadia Millesimato Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantieri-paratico-2006-arcadia-millesimato-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Lantieri de Paratico 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Mainly Pinot Noir, this is a rich, full-bodied sparkling wine with raspberry and strawberry flavors. Some 20% Chardonnay adds citrus fruits and bright acidity. It's a charming, slightly sweet wine whose mouthfeel is refined.",Brut Coquard,35,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2006 Brut Coquard Sparkling (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2006-brut-coquard-sparkling-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Laetitia 13.5,White,France,"Slow to show its quality, with a little aeration this becomes a superripe wine, its wood element dominated by the intense tropical fruits. There is some balancing restraint in the citrus character, along with the acidity. Enjoy now.",Vieilles Vignes,54,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Roux Père et Fils 2009 Vieilles Vignes (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2009-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2009,Roux Père et Fils 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Particella 68 is a particularly fine and focused Prosecco with delicate aromas of white flower and fresh peach. There's a touch of sweetness in the mouth that gives the perlage a thicker, smoother feel.",Particella 68 Extra Dry,,90,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Sorelle Bronca NV Particella 68 Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorelle-bronca-nv-particella-68-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-137086/,Glera,,Sorelle Bronca 14,Red,South Africa,"73% Merlot, with Cabernet and Petite Verdot making up the difference, this is a finely crafted and delicious effort. Medium-bodied and creamy, the Merlot gives this wine a feminine feel, despite solid, soft tannins. Dark, extracted black fruits have some accents of forest and black olive, while leather adds to the cherry and cassis nose. Could use time to soften further, but very approachable now.",,55,90,Stellenbosch,,,Tokara 2003 Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tokara-2003-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Tokara 13,Red,Austria,"A wine that feels rich, with plum and sweet cherry fruits. There is the essential core of dark tannins to go with the delicious explosion of ripe fruits. Drink now, but better to keep for 2–3 years.",,,90,Leithaberg,,,Tinhof 2009 Blaufränkisch (Leithaberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinhof-2009-other-red-blaufrankisch-leithaberg/,Blaufränkisch,2009,Tinhof 6,Dessert,Germany,"Starts off with some intriguing notes of musk and spice, the turns intensely sweet, with powerful honey and orange marmalade flavors that coat the mouth and refuse to leave. There's just too much sugar in the end, and not enough acid or minerality to provide the ideal balance. Still, it is impressive, and if you measure pleasure solely by grams per liter of residual sugar, this will surely strike gold.",Trockenbeerenauslese - 375 ml,350,90,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2007 Trockenbeerenauslese - 375 ml Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2007-trockenbeerenauslese-375-ml-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2007,Schloss Vollrads 13.5,Red,Italy,"Sandrone has always been a reliable source for great Barolo, and he has put some of his magic into his Barberas. This is an attractive wine with a stunning nose of dark fruit, licorice and smoked meat. The fruit is ripe and very rich, with relatively low acidity. Finishes well, with a medium/long soft, layered finish.",,36,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Sandrone 2005 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandrone-2005-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2005,Sandrone 14.8,Red,US,"Big and rich, front-loaded with blackberry and cherry jam fruit. The tannins are considerable, giving the wine a full-bodied mouthfeel, like Grenache. Delicious, but a bit ponderous now for a Pinot Noir. Give it a few years in the cellar to mellow.",Paris Mountain Lone Oak Vineyard,48,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Calicaro 2009 Paris Mountain Lone Oak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calicaro-2009-paris-mountain-lone-oak-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Calicaro 12,Sparkling,France,"A taut, mineral wine with a domiNAce of Chardonnay to give the crispest citrus and a very textured feel. Definitely dry, the wine, not from a classic vintage year, seems still young and all fruit, so it would be worth aging for 3–4 years.",Millésime Brut,51,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Ellner 2001 Millésime Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-ellner-2001-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2001,Charles Ellner 14.1,Red,US,"The overwhelming impression is of cherries. Plush and full through the middle, the round and fruity style of Cabernet shows polished tannins and a finishing streak of vanilla.",,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Saviah 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviah-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Saviah 14.7,Red,US,"A well-made Tempranillo that's lush and rich yet balanced, its tannins well structured and its blueberry fruit intensity inviting. Lay it down awhile or give it a chance to breathe.",Georgetown Divide Mountain Estate,25,89,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Duarte Georgetown 2008 Georgetown Divide Mountain Estate Tempranillo (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duarte-georgetown-2008-divide-mountain-estate-tempranillo-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Tempranillo,2008,Duarte Georgetown 13,Red,France,"Pale ruby color, with moderate intensity on the nose showing aromas of ripe red cherry, strawberry with strong earthy overtones. Dry and savory on the palate with generous red berry flavors, licorice, clove and some damp underbrush. Easy-drinking, medium-bodied with very supple tannin and a smooth texture.",V,56,89,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2005 V Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2005-v-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2005,René Muré 13.5,White,France,"A big ripe wine, full of tropical fruits that are balanced by grapefruit and final acidity. There is just a hint of toast, very discreet, rounding out this beautifully structured wine. The finish offers a great range of complex flavors.",,,90,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Pierre André 2009 Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2009-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Pierre André 13.5,White,US,"Fermented in stainless steel, then aged in a mix of neutral oak and stainless steel barrels, this single-vineyard, 100% varietal Sauvignon Blanc is racy and bone dry, a true Loire Valley style. Classic varietal flavors of gooseberry, lemon/lime and slate, with a bit of spritz to liven it up.",,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),SuLei 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sulei-2010-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,SuLei ,Red,Chile,"Plenty of oak is manifested on the nose as mocha, coffee and vanilla, but there's also prune, herbs, tobacco and spearmint in this blend of 65% Syrah and 35% Cabernet Sauvignon. Shows big cassis, blackberry and bitter chocolate flavors on a tight, almost narrow palate. Finishes with tannic grip and blast of espresso.",1865 Limited Edition,30,89,Cachapoal Valley,,,San Pedro 2006 1865 Limited Edition Syrah-Cabernet (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2006-1865-limited-edition-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-cachapoal-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet,2006,San Pedro 14.5,Red,France,"Big, yet creamy in texture and refined, with plenty of silky tannins to frame the superripe black cherry fruit. Just lacks a little complexity, but still a very good, juicy mouthful of fruit and oak. Drink now–2013.",Grand Marrenon,14,89,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Marrenon 2009 Grand Marrenon Red (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marrenon-2009-grand-red-luberon/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Marrenon 14,Red,Italy,"Big, rich and user friendly; this is a delicious and modern take on a Barbera. Nothing subtle here, it entices with pretty fruit driven aromas, and delivers with a mouthful of beautiful ripe fruit, plenty of structure and a surprisingly long finish. This will probably age quite nicely for a few years, but is unlikely to have the opportunity.",La Court,41,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Michele Chiarlo 2004 La Court (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2004-court-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2004,Michele Chiarlo 14.1,Red,US,"Here's a lovely red wine, soft and appealing, and perfect for drinking now. It's dry and silky in tannins, with intricately layered cherry, smoked meat, pepper and sandalwood flavors.",,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Peju 13.5,Red,Spain,"Big and dark, with firm black cherry and blackberry aromas. Offers size, structure and crispness in the mouth, with driving, muscled flavors of cherry, black plum and integrated oak. Spicy and dry on the back end, with more than a hint of vanilla.",Melior,14,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Matarromera 2009 Melior (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matarromera-2009-melior-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Matarromera 13.9,Red,US,"Lots of fruity richness in this Pinot. Brims with ripe raspberry and cherry jam flavors, with oaky overtones of buttered cinnamon toast. The alcohol is nice and moderate. Drink over the next four years.",,34,89,California,North Coast,North Coast,On Point 2009 Pinot Noir (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/point-2009-pinot-noir-north-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,On Point 13,White,France,"Mid-gold color with complex appealing aromas of ripe stone fruit and a savory earthy minerality. Medium bodied, broad and richly textured with racy acidity that is beautifully balanced with the high concentration of ripe stone and orchard fruit flavors. Generous on the palate with a lingering spicy finish.",Tradition,27,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2008 Tradition Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2008-tradition-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,Kuentz-Bas 13,White,Portugal,"A true Albariño-style white, but racier and more acidic than the Spanish version. Straddles the razor's edge with briney, sharp acidity along with lemon blossom, honeysuckle and peach aromas. Makes you salivate due to its citric essence, and will go well with salads, sardines and other lean and/or oceanic foods.",Pilheiros,28,89,Vinho Verde,,,J. & F. Lurton 2008 Pilheiros Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2008-pilheiros-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2008,J. & F. Lurton 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Lurton's first Grande Escolha from estate vineyards is purple and saturated, with grapey, floral aromatics touched up by spice. Crisp but also a bit creamy on the palate, and powerful in terms of boysenberry, blueberry and briary flavors. Sweet tannins and licorice make for an easy finish.",Pilheiros Grande Escolha,45,89,Douro,,,J. & F. Lurton 2007 Pilheiros Grande Escolha Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2007-pilheiros-grande-escolha-red-douro/,Red Blend,2007,J. & F. Lurton 13.5,Sparkling,US,"This is one of Iron Horse's drier wines, with a low dosage, but it's still fairly sweet. There's a coating of sugar on the raspberries, oranges and limes. The bubbles are a bit scoury now, but this Pinot Noir and Chardonnay blend could develop nuances in the cellar after, say, 2013.",Brut X,50,89,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2006 Brut X Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2006-brut-x-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Iron Horse 14.1,Red,US,"A very rich, ripe, opulent Cabernet, fulsome in blackberries, blueberries, currants and licorice, nicely framed in sweet, smoky oak. Easy to drink now for its soft tannins.",Mountain Cuvée,19,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kirkland Signature 2008 Mountain Cuvée Cabernet (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2008-mountain-cuvee-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-napa-valley/,Cabernet,2008,Kirkland Signature 15.5,Red,US,"The Clifton is holding back at the moment, its tannins feel a little scrapey and the fruit is showing a cool-climate aspect, although the Wahluke is generally one of Washington's hot spots. Gravelly and dry, with a long finish that somehow holds your interest long after the fruit has faded.",Clifton Vineyard,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,K Vintners 2008 Clifton Vineyard Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2008-clifton-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2008,K Vintners 13.9,Red,US,"A delicious Pinot Noir, made in the light, forward style that's so popular today. Drink it now for the silky lushness of the raspberry and cherry jam, sweet toasted oak and cinnamon spice flavors.",Bridge Selection,38,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,HKG 2009 Bridge Selection Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hkg-2009-bridge-selection-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,HKG 14.6,Red,US,"Solidly in the winery's style, a big, ripe, bold Pinot Noir, rich in fruit and oak, yet dry, with considerable tannins. Strong in raspberries and cherries, yet the structure maintains elegance. Fine now and over the next four years.",Estate,48,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Heart O' The Mountain 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heart-o-mountain-2008-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Heart O' The Mountain 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Dusty and yeasty on the nose, with nectarine and peach aromas. The palate is dry and crisp, with green apple, green melon and powdered spice flavors. It's long, linear and dusty on the finish, with white pepper notes. Finely textured and fairly elegant.",Brut Nature Gran Reserva,30,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Sumarroca 2006 Brut Nature Gran Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sumarroca-2006-brut-nature-gran-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Sumarroca 14.8,Red,US,"The 6% of Viognier may be why this Zinfandel has such a zippy streak of acidity. Whatever the reason, there's a brightness that cuts through the cherry and raspberry fruit, almost like it contains a squirt of lemon and lime soda. Drink now.",Flight,38,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2009 Flight Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2009-flight-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Quivira ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Structured wine, very perfumed, the aromas reflecting the delicious mix of black cherry, damson and spice flavors. The wine then shows strong tannins and a firm texture.",Lodge Reserve,21,89,Port,,,Smith Woodhouse NV Lodge Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-woodhouse-nv-lodge-reserve-port-142115/,Port,,Smith Woodhouse 14.1,Red,US,"This is an unusual mix of both Rhône and Bordeaux grapes—46% Mourvèdre, 19% Syrah, 13% Cabernet, 11% Grenache, 7% Merlot and 4% Malbec. It comes together in a somewhat diffuse red with good balance, good fruit and highlights of barrel and spice. Very tasty, just not particularly focused.",Vixen Red,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sinclair Estate Vineyards 2008 Vixen Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinclair-estate-2008-vixen-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Sinclair Estate Vineyards ,White,France,"This impressively balanced wine is 90% Roussanne and 10% Viognier, and displays a remarkable tension between fruit—peaches and oranges—and mineral, between ripeness and acidity. The only quibble is that it fades a bit quickly on the finish. Drink now and into the first half of 2012.",Compostelle Blanc,,89,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Mas Neuf 2010 Compostelle Blanc White (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mas-neuf-2010-compostelle-blanc-white-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Château Mas Neuf 15,Red,Spain,"Rubbery and smoky to start, with standard berry aromas and leather filling in any blanks. Thick and solid in the mouth, with intense, almost baked blackberry, licorice and toast flavors leading to a toasty, warm finish with chocolate and coffee. Very good for under $20.",GR-174,17,89,Catalonia,Priorat,,Casa Gran del Siurana 2009 GR-174 Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-gran-siurana-2009-gr-174-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2009,Casa Gran del Siurana 13,Red,US,"Lots to like in this dry, silky Pinot Noir. Easy to imagine drinking it with a nice steak with mushrooms. It's rich in cherry, cola, mushroom and beef teriaki flavors. A little soft, and not an ager, but fine now.",Quintus Vineyard,75,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,De Coelo 2009 Quintus Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coelo-2009-quintus-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,De Coelo 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"This zesty Picolit opens with a luminous, golden color and vibrant aromas of lemon zest, stone fruit, pear and Golden Delicious apple. There's a touch of honey and white almond that accent an elegant, easy close.",,95,89,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Dario Coos 2009 Picolit (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dario-coos-2009-italian-white-picolit-colli-orientali-friuli/,Picolit,2009,Dario Coos 14,Red,Italy,"Big and dense with a chunky texture, this is a pleasant, fruit forward wine with traces of licorice and lavender. Most of its energy is dissipated at the front of the palate, so there is a period of hollwness in mid-palate before it comes bouncing back to a solid finish. Ready now, and will keep for a few years.",Lecinquevigne,38,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Damilano 2003 Lecinquevigne (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2003-lecinquevigne-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Damilano 14.5,Red,Spain,"This marks the final version of Roda II. Starting with the 2002 vintage it will just be called Roda. Regardless of name, we especially like the racy red fruit and the length of the finish. Up front there's smoke and balsam wood, and after that flavors of cherry, raspberry and tobacco. Will age well for another five years.",Roda II Reserva,38,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Roda 2001 Roda II Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-roda-2001-ii-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Bodegas Roda 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark and rubbery at first, with cheesy, leathery aromas that settle on classic dried fruit and vanilla. The palate is medium in weight, with tomatoey plum, earth and finally chocolate flavors. Turns toward coffee on the finish.",Glorioso Reserva Especial,20,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2006 Glorioso Reserva Especial (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2006-glorioso-reserva-especial-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Palacio 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Vigneto Giardino is a dry expression of Prosecco that pleases year after year. The lush softness and elegance of the wine is backed by lively aromas of peach, honeysuckle and jasmine.",Vigneto Giardino Dry,21,89,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Adami 2010 Vigneto Giardino Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adami-2010-vigneto-giardino-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Adami 15.2,Red,Argentina,"A touch reedy and rooty on the nose, but it settles to offer plum and berry aromas and complexity. Feels saturated and jammy in the mouth, with sweet, powerful berry flavors that show candied sweetness and herbal accents. Sweet on the finish as well, with caramel and toffee flavors. Superripe and intense. 250 cases made; drink now through 2014.",de los Andes Reserve,35,89,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Altamira 2009 de los Andes Reserve Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altamira-2009-los-andes-reserve-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2009,Altamira 14,Red,Argentina,"By Nicasia's high previous standards, this wine from a substandard vintage is lacking. After an opening of sweet berry aromas, cured meat and spice, it's very sweet and candied tasting, with milk chocolate and carob flavors along with unabsorbed oak. Has an easy flow and soft tannins but doesn't have the precision, depth, crispness and totality of the 2005, '06 or '07.",Nicasia Vineyard,100,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2008 Nicasia Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2008-nicasia-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Bodega Catena Zapata 14.9,Red,US,"The big question about this wine is will it age. It certainly appeals to the palate for its flashy sweetness, ripe in blackberries, raspberries, cherries and cocoa. And there's a generous overlay of oak. Still, it's hard to get past a certain directness. Your best bet is to stash it away and keep your fingers crossed over the next six years.",Bergfeld,100,89,California,Napa,St. Helena,Hall 2008 Bergfeld Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2008-bergfeld-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hall 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This pretty Satèn (a sparkling expression of Chardonnay) offers creamy notes of vanilla, yellow rose, custard and toasted nut. Those bright citrusy notes often associated with the variety shine through on the close.",Satèn Brut,35,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Lantieri de Paratico NV Satèn Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantieri-paratico-nv-saten-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Lantieri de Paratico 13,White,France,"Bright lemon color. Moderately intense aromas of ripe, baked stone fruit. Dry, refreshingly crisp, nicely taut palate, showing some viscosity and earthy minerality. Fairly generous flavors of warm, ripe stone fruit and spice. Nicely balanced with a moderately long fresh, juicy finish.",Trois Chateaux - Auxerrois,28,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2008 Trois Chateaux - Auxerrois Pinot Auxerrois (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2008-trois-chateaux-auxerrois-pinot-blanc-auxerrois-alsace/,Pinot Auxerrois,2008,Kuentz-Bas 13.5,White,France,"Mid lemon color. Earthy, herbal aromas with hints of honey. Quite rich and viscous but well-balanced with zesty acidity. Moderately intense flavors of honey, ripe stone fruit and earthy minerality. Not hugely concentrated but juicy and has a fairly long finish.",Grand Cru Trois Chateaux Pfersigberg,54,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2008 Grand Cru Trois Chateaux Pfersigberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2008-grand-cru-trois-chateaux-pfersigberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Kuentz-Bas 14,White,France,"Attractive mid-gold color. Fairly muted nose of very ripe stone fruit. Medium-bodied with moderate concentration of juicy citrus and sweet stone fruit flavors. Softish texture, smooth across the palate. Not very complex, but gentle and pleasing flavors. Medium length and fruity, honeyed finish.",Grand Cru Eichberg,60,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2008 Grand Cru Eichberg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2008-grand-cru-eichberg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,Kuentz-Bas ,Red,US,"Chocolaty and fruit-forward, this Cabernet, a mélange of cherries and milk chocolate, is instantly satisfying. Medium length, it has plenty of toasty highlights, along with coffee and caramel from barrel aging.",,24,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Watermill 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watermill-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Watermill 14.2,Red,US,"This is the winery's junior version of their very fine Purple Label Cabernet. It's a very good wine, if a little eccentric for a Cabernet Sauvignon. With its spices and briary berry, smoked meat and wild herb flavors, it could almost be a Zinfandel.",Bronze Label,36,89,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,W.H. Smith 2008 Bronze Label Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wh-smith-2008-bronze-label-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,W.H. Smith 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Earthy on first impression, then more vital and modern, with raspberry and plum aromas along with a dose of oak. Full and showing a powerful grip in the mouth, with cassis, black cherry and chocolate flavors. Sweet and very ripe late, with a touch of raisin as it fades away.",Benegas Lynch,45,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Benegas 2006 Benegas Lynch Cabernet Franc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benegas-2006-lynch-cabernet-franc-mendoza/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Benegas 14.5,Red,France,"Unlike most Costières de Nîmes, this is 95% Grenache, giving it a round, expansive mouthfeel and soft tannins. Warm baking spices complement black cherry fruit. Drink now–2015.",Confidence,18,89,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Beaubois 2009 Confidence Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaubois-2009-confidence-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château Beaubois 14.8,Red,US,"Spicier than most Cab Francs, with a scour of pepper, but lush and flavorful in red cherries, tobacco and sandalwood. Easy to drink, this fine red wine has lots of interest. Drink now.",Reserve,95,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Peju 2007 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2007-reserve-cabernet-franc-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Peju 14.5,Red,US,"Smooth in tannins, rich and ripe in black cherry, mocha and spice flavors, and beautifully oaked, this Cabernet shows real elegance and style. It's a bit earthier and more abrupt than the modern style exemplified in neighboring Napa Valley, but still a fine wine.",Sunny Slope Vineyard,65,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Signaterra 2008 Sunny Slope Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signaterra-2008-sunny-slope-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Signaterra 14.9,Red,US,"This unusual blend of Syrah, Grenache, Tempranillo and Mourvèdre is the kind of red wine that needs spicy, salty beef or lamb to balance it. It's tannic, acidic and peppery, with a roasted meat edge to the blackberry fruit. Calls to mind Italian-style fare, rich in olive oil and cheeses.",Tinto,30,89,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Trenza 2008 Tinto Red (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trenza-2008-tinto-red-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Red Blend,2008,Trenza 14.5,Red,US,"As rich as it is, this is a somewhat generic Cabernet. It's ripe and fruity and oaky, with appealing blackberry, currant and smoky wood flavors, wrapped into firm tannins. With a sweet finish, it's flashy, if not particularly complex or ageworthy.",Reserve,60,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Titus 14,Red,Chile,"Dark, smoky, chocolaty and welcoming up front, then firm and juicy in the mouth, with berry flavors, chocolate, herbal notes and earth. Not overly dense or heavy, with a racy character and proper acidity on the finish. Bright and flavorful.",Gran Reserva,18,89,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 2009 Gran Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2009-gran-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2009,TerraNoble 12,White,US,"An eminently quaffable style of Gewürztraminer, this puts the fresh fruit flavors front and center, with floral highlights enriching the nose and the finish. Crisp and clean, it sings out for pad Thai.",,9,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,Red,Spain,"A lot is going on up front; there's cassis, raisin, prune and dill aromas. Medium to full in the mouth, with lively berry, plum and spice flavors. Not too sweet and fairly long and earthy on the finish. A pure example of Rioja Reserva.",Reserva,20,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,CVNE 2006 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cvne-2006-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,CVNE 13.5,White,Spain,"Gold in color and loaded with heavily toasted, resiny barrel aromas. The palate is lush and Burgundian, with lemon, baked apple, woodspice and white pepper flavors. Toasty and well structured for a barrel-fermented Spanish white.",Colleita Seleccionada,35,89,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Coto de Gomariz 2009 Colleita Seleccionada White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-gomariz-2009-colleita-seleccionada-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2009,Coto de Gomariz 14,Red,South Africa,"This is Diemersfontein's “Original Chocolate/Coffee Pinotage,” made in a very modern style to show the maximum mocha expression possible. Insanely assertive notes reminiscent of a mocha latte are supported by secondary accents of caramel, baked black berries and raspberry sauce. Round and lush, this is one for the hedonists.",,20,89,Wellington,,,Diemersfontein 2009 Pinotage (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diemersfontein-2009-pinotage-wellington/,Pinotage,2009,Diemersfontein 13,Red,France,"Tight, structured wine, with intense acidity as well as red berry fruits. It feels lean and sinewy, needing a few more months to settle and round out. Keep a year.",Les Ravinets,,89,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Ferraud et Fils 2010 Les Ravinets (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraud-fils-2010-ravinets-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2010,Ferraud et Fils 13.5,Red,Spain,"Big and furry smelling on the bouquet, with leathery, earthy top aromas and balsam wood and berry below. Bursts in the mouth with acidity and wild berry fruit, creating a choppy feel. Powerful Rioja, with a coffee flavor to the finish.",Vitium Reserva,30,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Fernández de Piérola 2004 Vitium Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fernandez-pierola-2004-vitium-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Fernández de Piérola 14,Red,Spain,"Dense and reduced initially, this Syrah from the Toledo area delivers fresh raisin on the nose and then a solid, rugged palate with saturated plum, berry and mild herbal notes. It's thick, ripe, healthy and balanced, all leading to a fine final product. Drink now.",Hacienda,14,89,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Casa del Valle 2006 Hacienda Shiraz (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-valle-2006-hacienda-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-vino-tierra-castilla/,Shiraz,2006,Casa del Valle ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Delicious, attractive perfumed wine with sweet plum fruits edged with more stalky black currants. It has some weight and richness to go with the firmer tannins. The wine is rich and well balanced.",Reserve Ruby,,89,Port,,,Quinta de Ventozelo NV Reserve Ruby (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-nv-reserve-ruby-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta de Ventozelo 12,White,Spain,"This three-grape blend of Xarello, Muscat and Gewürztraminer is floral and inviting, with melony aromas. The palate is light but has stuffing and creamy edges. Tastes flowery, with green melon, lychee, honey and clover. Smooth, tasty and different.",,14,89,Catalonia,Penedès,,Temps de Flors 2010 White (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/temps-flors-2010-white-penedes/,White Blend,2010,Temps de Flors 15.9,Red,US,"A luscious Zin, much better than the winery's '08. Made from old vineyards in the valley, it shows classic Dry Creek character, with firm tannins framing flavors of wild berries, dried red currants, pepper and sweet sandalwood. The alcohol is very high, if you're sensitive to that.",Red Rooster,29,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Truett Hurst 2009 Red Rooster Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truett-hurst-2009-red-rooster-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Truett Hurst 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A blend of Pinot Noir (75%) and Chardonnay, this Brut Rosé sparkler opens with a pale pink color and pleasing aromas of baguette bread, white almond and blue flower or pressed violets. Pair it with salmon canapés.",Rosé Brut Talento,14,89,,Trentino,,Rotari NV Rosé Brut Talento (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-nv-rose-brut-talento-trentino/,Champagne Blend,,Rotari 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"With its well-recognized yellow label, Rotari's Brut Talento (based on Chardonnay grapes) offers value and quality with toasty aromas of roasted almond, freshly baked bread and yellow fruit. The wine is creamy and smooth with a touch of citrus freshness on the close.",Brut Talento,14,89,,Trento,,Rotari NV Brut Talento Chardonnay (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-nv-brut-talento-chardonnay-trento/,Chardonnay,,Rotari ,Red,US,"This tasty effort has very tart red fruit set in sharp acids, with highlights of spices and seeds. Still quite young, with the acidity and structure to improve over the next few years.",,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Watermill 2007 Tempranillo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watermill-2007-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wa/,Tempranillo,2007,Watermill 12.5,White,Spain,"Lemony smelling but otherwise straightforward, with citrus blossom and apple aromas. Seems just creamy enough in the mouth, with mild citrusy acidity and normal, likable flavors of apple and orange. Uncomplicated, clean and ready to drink.",,20,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Valtea 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valtea-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Valtea 11.5,White,Spain,"When caught fresh, this is one of the Txakoli region's best wines. It comes on hard, clacky and tight as a box of nails, with citrus and minerally aromas. The palate is crisp and tight, with apple, lime, kiwi and spritz. Long, clean and refreshing.",Getaria,25,89,Northern Spain,Getariako Txakolina,,Txomín Etxaníz 2010 Getaria White (Getariako Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/txomin-etxaniz-2010-getaria-white-getariako-txakolina/,White Blend,2010,Txomín Etxaníz 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Green apple, peach and melon aromas are common but perfectly clean and inviting. The palate is refined and hints at elegance as it delivers very good lime, gooseberry and fresh celery flavors. Long and dry on the finish, with lip-smacking acidity.",Brut Reserva,15,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Mont Marçal 2007 Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-marcal-2007-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Mont Marçal 14.5,Red,Spain,"Big berry aromas are matched by creamy oak, floral and herbal notes. Clamps down in the mouth due to hard tannins, but at the same time it's deep and meaty, with moss and black fruit flavors. Long, earthy and tough on the finish. Drink now through 2014.",,23,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Mibal 2008 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mibal-2008-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Mibal 15,Red,France,"A lovely example of mature Ventoux, revealing the sunny nature of the 2007 vintage in its velvety tannins and hints of chocolate and warmth. Raspberry and plum fruit carry a faintly peppery-herbal edge. Drink now–2016.",Les Fées,17,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes-du-Ventoux,,Mas du Fadan 2007 Les Fées Red (Côtes-du-Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-fadan-2007-fees-red-cotes-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Mas du Fadan 14.2,Red,US,"Amazing extraction on this vigorous young Cabernet, which is much riper and smoother than the 2006 was. Just explodes in ripe summer cherries and raspberries, with a sweet edge of oak. Fuzzy Dry Creek tannins provide the perfect structure.",,45,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Martorana 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martorana-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Martorana 14,Red,Spain,"Saturated and dark, with prune, dried cheese and leather on the nose. The body is full and offers good tannins to prop up chewy, baked flavors of blackberry, dark plum and chocolate. Very nice, easygoing and ready to drink now.",Reserva,25,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2005 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2005-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Marqués de Cáceres 15.2,Red,US,"Roughly half Grenache, 38% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre, this shows intriguing aromas of black fruits, citrus, pine needle and loam. In the mouth there is a somewhat disjointed impression, with raspberry fruit and coffee grounds dominating.",Una Notte,32,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2008 Una Notte Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2008-una-notte-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,:Nota Bene 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Quadra's Brut Rosé sparkling wine offers a delicate pink color and compelling aromas of stone fruit, toasted bread, crème de cassis and subtle waves of cinnamon spice. The mouthfeel is smooth, rich, long-lasting and offers a piquant touch of crushed white pepper.",Brut Rosé,31,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Quadra NV Brut Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quadra-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Quadra ,Red,US,"Drink this while it is still showing its youthful fruit. Black and purple berries abound, with excellent depth, some herbal grace notes and a spicy, lengthy finish.",,24,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Plumb Cellars 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plumb-cellars-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Plumb Cellars 13,White,France,"A soft, perfumed wine, with yellow fruits, green plums and an orange zest texture. It is pure and fresh, emphasizing acidity as well as fruit. There is a delicious, fresh character to this ready-to-drink wine.",,,89,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Pierre André 2009 Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2009-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Pierre André 13,White,France,"With its rounded texture and smooth wood and yellow fruits, this is a generous wine. It has weight and some richness tempered with acidity and a prominent apple skin character. In another few months, the wine's richness will show better.",,45,89,Burgundy,Meursault,,Pierre André 2008 Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2008-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Pierre André 14,Red,Italy,"Be careful when you look for thense wines, the labels at Aschieri are a little confusing; a small white strip label at thumb level distinguishes the Sorano ordinaire from the special Costa Bricco. The wine, itself, is thick and quite poerful, with very ripe dark fruit, roses and earth flavors. It is beginning to show its age, and did not seem quite as fresh as the Sorano, but it proved to be more intense and extracted.",Sorano Coste & Bricco,60,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Ascheri 2001 Sorano Coste & Bricco (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-ascheri-2001-sorano-coste-bricco-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Giacomo Ascheri 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This pretty Brut Rosé offers rich and soothing aromas of baked bread, dried flower, apricot and lavender. The blend is 60-40 Pinot Nero and Chardonnay and both varieties contribute to the overall richness of this sparkling wine.",Brut Arcadia Rosé,45,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Lantieri de Paratico NV Brut Arcadia Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantieri-paratico-nv-brut-arcadia-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Lantieri de Paratico 13.5,White,France,"Mid-gold color. pronounced aromas of creamy apricot custard, ruby grapefruit and enticing hints of spice, rose-water and honey. Concentrated, creamy stone fruit flavors follow through on the palate intertwined with a strong earthy minerality. Medium-bodied with a smooth, rich texture yet fresh with bright acidity. Long, layered, smooth finish.",Collection,37,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2008 Collection Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2008-collection-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Kuentz-Bas 15,Red,Hungary,"Sauska's premiere bottling, the Cuvée 11 has a hefty dose of Cabernet Franc, giving it a distinct spice and bramble character. It's not a dainty wine at 15% abv, but the palate is clean with focused red fruit accented by fresh herbs and balanced tannins.",Cuvée 11,37,89,Villány,,,Sauska 2008 Cuvée 11 Red (Villány),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauska-2008-cuvee-11-red-villany/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Sauska 13.7,White,US,"Is there a better value in Chardonnay than this? Not if you love wine done in a dark gold, oily, buttery, oaky style. This is not a wine to cellar, but it certainly is a wine to savor. Green and yellow apple fruit manages to cut through all the buttery flavors.",,10,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Gordon Brothers 12.5,Dessert,Italy,This deeply aromatic passito dessert wine offers an extremely floral bouquet with overtones of jasmine and orange blossom. It tastes sweet and sticky and could be paired with carrot cake or lemon-lime cream pie.,Collina d'Oro Passito,20,89,Central Italy,Umbria,,Il Collino di Todi 2010 Collina d'Oro Passito Moscato Giallo (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-collino-todi-2010-collina-doro-passito-italian-white-moscato-giallo-umbria/,Moscato Giallo,2010,Il Collino di Todi 14,Red,Argentina,"A touch saucy on the nose, with tomato and herbal aromas infiltrating baked berry fruit scents. Feels fresh and clacky, with less extract and body than in the past but also more elegance. Tastes snappy and mildly herbal, with a juicy, slightly lean finish. Food friendly; drink now through 2013.",,80,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cheval des Andes 2007 Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheval-andes-2007-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Cheval des Andes 14.7,White,US,"Just beautiful. Provides the crisp dryness and minerality that so many California white wines lack. But it's not shy in fruit, offering savory waves of pineapples, Meyer lemons and pears. Wonderful by itself, and versatile at the table.",Huerhuero,19,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2008 Huerhuero Verdelho (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2008-huerhuero-spanish-white-verdelho-central-coast-paso-robles/,Verdelho,2008,Vina Robles 14,Red,France,"With only 30 cases imported, this clean and vibrant wine might be a tough find. The bouquet is surprisingly bright, with notes of garrigue and peppery spice dominating the plum, cherry and fresh fig aromas. Smooth and silky in the mouth, soft tannins and a mineral streak make this surprisingly approachable now.",Felgaria,45,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Domaine de Cébène 2009 Felgaria Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cebene-2009-felgaria-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de Cébène 13,Rose,France,"While it is full-bodied, this rosé is also freshly structured, the acidity giving a refreshing character to the berry fruits. The wine is perfumed, with a touch of spice, vanilla and an orange zest aftertaste.",,,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de Pontefract 2010 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pontefract-2010-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de Pontefract 13,Red,France,"There's a wild streak to this wine, with prominent aromas of cured meat and fresh savory herbs paired with cherry and strawberry scents. The mouth is quite filling and lush, with beautiful sweet spice and chewy bark flavors adding character to the close. 80% Syrah and 20% Carignan; ready to drink now.",,19,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Baron Ermengaud 2007 Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ermengaud-2007-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Baron Ermengaud 13.5,Red,Spain,"Smooth on the nose, with aromas of buttery oak, floral hints and lightly baked berry fruit. Maintains freshness and clarity on the palate, which has good weight and true flavors of dill, cherry and dried berries. Hits the spot despite being a bit oaky.",Reserva,20,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2006 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2006-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Baron De Ley 14.2,White,US,"A touch of new oak in this 100% Sauvignon Blanc gives it a smoky, creamy edge. It's ultra-clean and zesty in the mouth, with bright acidity and mouthwatering flavors of pineapples, limes, tart green apples, tangerines and honey. Lovely as a cocktail sipper with savory tapas.",Wild Iris,26,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clark-Clauden 2009 Wild Iris Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clark-clauden-2009-wild-iris-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Clark-Clauden 13,Rose,France,"This is a crisp, Syrah-based rosé, with some passion fruit on the nose, but then ripe berry flavors on the palate. It's plump and medium-bodied, yet finishes with a zing of refreshing acidity. Drink now.",Expression,15,89,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Beaubois 2010 Expression Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaubois-2010-expression-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2010,Château Beaubois 13,Red,Spain,"Somewhat neutral on the nose, with light cherry and raspberry aromas. Solid in the mouth, with slightly clacky tannins and flavors of earthy red fruits, light oak and earth. Just ripe and racy enough on the finish, with a calm, reserved personality.",Vendimia Seleccionada Gran Reserva,30,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Muriel 2004 Vendimia Seleccionada Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muriel-2004-vendimia-seleccionada-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Bodegas Muriel ,Red,US,"Bright, intense, spicy and sharp, this right bank-style Bordeaux blend brings red currant and berry scents and flavors. There is a chocolatey layer right under the fruit, but it's not entirely integrated, though these are good components. Give this one more bottle age.",Aldercreek Vineyard Red Wine,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Fall Line 2006 Aldercreek Vineyard Red Wine Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fall-line-2006-aldercreek-vineyard-red-wine-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2006,Fall Line 14.5,Red,France,"Gaïa is this small domaine's luxury cuvée of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah, matured in a combination of tank and wood. It's a creamy-textured, medium-bodied wine that remains slightly tannic without being hard while featuring notes of dried cherries and blueberries. Drink now–2015.",Gaïa,22,88,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Le Grand Vallat 2007 Gaïa Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-grand-vallat-2007-gaia-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Le Grand Vallat 15,Red,Hungary,"Rich and sweet on the nose with whiffs of black fruit, cherry vanilla and dark chocolate, Sauska's premiere bottling is unabashedly approachable, yet composed in style. It's a big wine at 15% abv, but fairly clean on the palate with a bright acidity and a cocoa powder layer of tannins on the finish.",Cuvée 7,55,88,Villány,,,Sauska 2007 Cuvée 7 Red (Villány),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauska-2007-cuvee-7-red-villany/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Sauska 13.5,White,Austria,"Full of melon and pear flavors, with a good burst of acidity, this is a smooth, rounded wine, attractively fruity and ripe. There is some structure here to give the wine extra weight. The finish shows strong wood aging.",Reserve,,88,Leithaberg,,,Birgit Braunstein 2010 Reserve Chardonnay (Leithaberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/birgit-braunstein-2010-reserve-chardonnay-leithaberg/,Chardonnay,2010,Birgit Braunstein 13.4,White,US,"A clean, brisk Sauvignon Blanc with lots of complex interest. It's dry, but rich in citrus, tropical fruit and honeysuckle flavors, with a tantalizing hint of gooseberry.",,20,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Evolve 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evolve-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Evolve 14.7,Red,US,"Defines a certain California style in the intensely ripe, jammy raspberry and cherry fruit flavors, whose sweetness is accented by caramelized oak. Delicious, and the acidity and tannins are just fine, but it's a little obvious, and wants greater subtlety.",Redwood's Edge,52,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Black Kite 2009 Redwood's Edge Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-kite-2009-redwoods-edge-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Black Kite 13.5,Sparkling,US,"This is one of Iron Horse's sweeter sparkling wines. There's a sugary edge to the raspberry, strawberry, lime and orange flavors. But it's not too sweet, and there's plenty of balancing acidity. The blend is 75% Pinot Noir and 25% Chardonnay.",Russian Cuvée,38,88,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2006 Russian Cuvée Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2006-russian-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Iron Horse 12.4,White,US,"Almost lacy in its delicacy, There's a crisp, underripe stone fruit and lime skin tone that reverberates through this refreshing, dry Riesling. Notes of crushed stone, jasmine blossoms and a bright, Meyer lemon acidity linger through a long finish.",Dry,13,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lamoreaux Landing 2010 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamoreaux-landing-2010-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Lamoreaux Landing 13,White,France,"A delicious cream and lemon Chardonnay. It is rich, while still presenting a more steely core that comes from the chalk soil. The wine finishes with more tropical fruit flavors, pineapple and yellow peaches.",Sur la Roche,29,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Delorme et Fils 2009 Sur la Roche (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-delorme-fils-2009-sur-roche-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Delorme et Fils 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a soft, creamy sparkling wine with rich mousse and peachy foam on the finish. The close is characterized by citrus, grapefruit and toasted almond flavors.",Satèn,,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Tenuta Montedelma di Berardi NV Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-montedelma-berardi-nv-saten-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Tenuta Montedelma di Berardi 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Nice and smooth, with refined bubbles that feel like silk gliding across the tongue. The orange, strawberry and vanilla flavors are slightly sweet.",Brut Prestige,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Brut Prestige Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-brut-prestige-sparkling-napa-valley-139720/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of dry elegance in this wine. It's also more acidic than your typical Napa Cabernet, with a tart bite. The tannins are young and forceful, and the finish is totally dry. As presently constituted, it's somewhat tough and lean. But the core of cherries and blackberries suggests some degree of ageabilty. Hold until 2015.",,65,88,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mayacamas 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayacamas-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Mayacamas 13,Red,France,"With its distinctively briary, herbal edge, this wine stands out in a crowd. Ample cracked pepper spices up chocolate and plum flavors in this medium-bodied 60-40 blend of Grenache and Syrah. Drink now–2016.",Instant Présent,15,88,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Mas Oncle Ernest 2008 Instant Présent Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-oncle-ernest-2008-instant-present-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Mas Oncle Ernest 12,White,France,"Rich, deep gold color. Slightly reductive on the nose muting aromas. Some fusel notes break through. Broad earthy palate with moderate intensity of ultra-ripe stone fruit flavors. Fairly open-knit and soft texture, with hints of minerality. Moderately long, warm finish.",Reserve,14,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2008 Reserve Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2008-reserve-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2008,Pierre Sparr 13,Red,France,"Big, powerful wine, full of both tannins and fruit. Being a 2008, the structure is firm and up-front, with the fruit and acidity lying behind. It will need to age for 2–3 years and more to come into balance.",,58,88,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Pierre André 2008 Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2008-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Pierre André 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A beautiful color, sort of a peach blush orange-pink, suggesting richness. And there it is in the mouth, an explosion of raspberries, strawberries, limes and honey. Definitely on the sweet side, but balanced with clean sparkling acidity. Nice with sushi.",Brut Rosé,28,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2007 Brut Rosé Sparkling (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2007-brut-rose-sparkling-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Laetitia 13,White,US,"Dry, acidic and austere, this is a minerally Chardonnay just approaching citrus fruit flavors. It's distinguished in its Burgundian way, although it falls far short of richness if you're used to the California style.",,28,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,La Fenêtre 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,La Fenêtre 12.5,White,France,"Rounded while still fresh, this is a full-bodied Sancerre, the Sauvignon Blanc herbal flavors given more character with touches of green apple, bold lime and grapefruit. Ready to drink over the next several months.",Domaine Chatelain French Blonde,,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Xavier Flouret 2010 Domaine Chatelain French Blonde (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2010-domaine-chatelain-french-blonde-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Xavier Flouret 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This quinta is in the Rio Torto Valley in the heart of the Port vineyards. The wine is rich, sweet fruited, ripe with jammy blackberries and great perfumes. Open, already drinkable in a fruity way, it is likely to age over the medium term.",Quinta do Retiro Novo Vintage,30,88,Port,,,Wiese & Krohn 2009 Quinta do Retiro Novo Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wiese-krohn-2009-quinta-retiro-novo-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2009,Wiese & Krohn 13.5,Red,Spain,"A bit roasted and reedy smelling, with a hint of stem and grass mixed with berry and leather. The palate is full and feels creamy, with mildly roasted black fruit and leathery flavors. Good on the finish as the wine picks up steam and clarity with airing.",Reserva,25,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 2005 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2005-reserva-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2005,Viña Mayor 13.5,White,Italy,"One of the most exciting white wine varieties to emerge from Italy in the past five years, Pecorino delivers a sturdy, creamy mouthfeel backed by intense aromas of apricot, butterscotch, candied orange peel and fragrant yellow rose. Pair it with pasta, white meats or shellfish.",,19,88,Central Italy,Terre di Chieti,,Cantina Tollo 2010 Pecorino (Terre di Chieti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-tollo-2010-italian-white-pecorino-terre-chieti/,Pecorino,2010,Cantina Tollo 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Cartizze is the most celebrated vineyard cru in the Prosecco area and this expression lives up to its reputation very nicely. It offers delicate floral and mineral tones that create a smooth, feminine personality.",Cartizze Dry,30,88,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Bortolin NV Cartizze Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolin-nv-cartizze-dry-valdobbiadene-superiore-di-cartizze-137092/,Glera,,Bortolin 14,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and easygoing from the start, with candied berry and floral aromas. The palate sits at maximum ripeness, meaning it's sweet and soft but still holds its balance. Flavors of baked berry and brown sugar are generous and smooth, while the finish is mellow and lush.",Punto Final,12,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Renacer 2010 Punto Final Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-renacer-2010-punto-final-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Bodega Renacer 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This pretty rosé sparkling wine opens with a lush raspberry color and toasted aromas of baked bread, almond, mature fruit and crème de cassis. It shows a clean, compact mouthfeel with a touch of crisp acidity on the close.",Rosa Rosae Brut Cuvèe Rosé,,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bersi Serlini NV Rosa Rosae Brut Cuvèe Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bersi-serlini-nv-rosa-rosae-brut-cuvee-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Bersi Serlini 14,Red,Italy,"A big friendly wine that is rich and easygoing and just about ready to drink. The dominant aromas are of dark fruit mixed in with smoked meat and some earthiness. On the palate, it is rich, fat and easy to like, but it comes across as being a little simple.",Vigneto Bofani,79,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Beni di Batasiolo 2000 Vigneto Bofani (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2000-vigneto-bofani-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2000,Beni di Batasiolo 12,White,US,"Notes of sweet quince and pommelo add a soft, blossomy character to this dry yet richly textured Riesling. Quite creamy on the palate, the finish is long, ending with a spray of crushed white pepper over tart grapefruit pith.",Dry,19,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Seneca Lake,Belhurst 2010 Dry Riesling (Seneca Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belhurst-2010-dry-riesling-finger-lakes-seneca-lake/,Riesling,2010,Belhurst 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a dessert wine made with red Refosco grapes from northern Italy that delivers savory aromas of spice, leather, tobacco and dried berry fruit. You feel the sweetness in the mouth, however, followed by soft tannins.",Passione Passito Cason Brusà,45,88,Veneto,Veneto,,Beccarello 2008 Passione Passito Cason Brusà Refosco (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beccarello-2008-passione-passito-cason-brusa-italian-red-refosco-veneto/,Refosco,2008,Beccarello 14,Dessert,Italy,"Made with air-dried Tocai Friulano grapes (now simply called Friulano), this golden wine opens with apricot tones, peach, candied fruit and honey. It's a simple, clean sweet wine with a crisp touch of acidity on the finish.",Oro Cason Brusà Vino Passito,45,88,Veneto,Lison-Pramaggiore,,Beccarello 2008 Oro Cason Brusà Vino Passito Friulano (Lison-Pramaggiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beccarello-2008-oro-cason-brusa-vino-passito-italian-white-friulano-lison-pramaggiore/,Friulano,2008,Beccarello 13.2,Red,US,"Violets, smoke and fall foliage perfume this deeply concentrated Virginia Cab Franc. It's full bodied with sultry, black cherry flavors and there's a noticeable build in complexity on the midpalate amidst layers of crushed black pepper, charred wood and dark floral notes that linger to the finish.",Reserve,32,88,Virginia,Virginia,,Barrel Oak 2009 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrel-oak-2009-reserve-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Barrel Oak 13,Red,France,"This pure Carignan from 80-year-old vines is really interesting aromatically, featuring hints of clove, cinnamon and lavender, but its substantial tannins clamp down hard on the palate, raising the question of whether it has enough fruit concentration to age successfully. Drink now with tannin-taming rare beef or lamb, or cellar it and hope.",Qu'es Aquo,,88,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château d'Or et de Gueules 2009 Qu'es Aquo Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dor-gueules-2009-ques-aquo-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château d'Or et de Gueules ,Red,France,"Rich, full of black plums, a wine that shows sweetness from black cherries, only hinting at tannins. This is a charming, ripe wine, showing aging potential for maybe a year or two.",Tradition,,88,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Château de la Terrière 2008 Tradition (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-terriere-2008-tradition-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2008,Château de la Terrière 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"The 2006 Millesimato sparkling wine delivers aromas of honey and sourdough bread and loads of almond and stone fruit flavors. It closes with a fresh, citrusy blast.",Millesimato Extra Brut,,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Camossi 2006 Millesimato Extra Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camossi-2006-millesimato-extra-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Camossi 14.2,Red,US,"Good price for a wine this rich and pleasing. With masses of blackberries, cherries, currants, anise and cedar folded into firm tannins, it's ready to drink now. Just might be the best value you'll find in a Spring Mountain wine, red or white.",Lot 278,18,88,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 278 Meritage (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-278-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-spring-mountain/,Meritage,2009,Cameron Hughes 14.6,Red,US,"Impressive in concentrated mountain fruit, this Cabernet has a gigantic core of ripe blackberries, blueberries and cherries. It's a sweet wine, in the fruity sense, but is fully dry, and balanced with fine tannins and acidity, not to mention a firm minerality that comes from the earth.",Lot 267,22,88,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 267 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-267-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Cameron Hughes 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of rich blackberries, cherries and chocolate in this Cab, but it's no mere fruit bomb. It's saved by a fine structure of acids and tannins. Very nice price for a wine this good.",Lot 287,20,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2007 Lot 287 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2007-lot-287-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cameron Hughes 14.5,White,France,"This well-ripened white is mainly Grenache Blanc, part of which is matured in oak for six months. The melon flavors hint at vanilla and peach, and although it's a rich, moderately oaky wine, it remains crisp on the finish. Drink through the end of 2012.",Nostre Païs,,88,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Michel Gassier 2010 Nostre Païs White (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gassier-2010-nostre-pais-white-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Michel Gassier 13,Red,Spain,"Dark, dense and nice on the nose, with aromas of dried cheese, blackberry and plum. Fresh, juicy and healthy in the mouth, with blackberry and plum flavors that run long and clean. Freshness and juicy clarity are this wine's chief attributes.",,14,88,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Ochoa 2009 Tempranillo-Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochoa-2009-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-navarra/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2009,Ochoa ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A warm-hearted wine with acidity balanced by blackberry and red fruits. The wine is soft, with some sweetness, although the tannins do give a drier aftertaste.",Ruby Reserve,18,88,Port,,,Niepoort NV Ruby Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-nv-ruby-reserve-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Niepoort 14.3,White,US,"Feels and tastes like a Chardonnay, with some smoky oak influences and a medium-weight body framing orange, pear, green apple, white flower and vanilla flavors. Delicious and easy to drink now.",,26,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2010 Pinot Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2010-pinot-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Blanc,2010,Artesa 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Prosecco Superiore Dei Casel is a soft, foamy wine with apple mousse, lemon zest and soft layers of peach cobbler. The wine is delicate, elegant and fine.",Dei Casel Extra Dry,18,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Adami NV Dei Casel Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adami-nv-dei-casel-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-141476/,Glera,,Adami 13.9,Red,US,"Half Cabernet Sauvignon and half Syrah, this sharp and spicy red brings bright berry fruit scents and flavors. A few more years of bottle age will help to smooth it out.",Tradition,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2008 Tradition Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2008-tradition-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Gordon Brothers 14.8,Red,US,"A great value Zin from Amador. It's a briary, meaty, mountain version of America's grape with plenty of pepper to please. Grab a slab of ribs for this one.",Maverick,15,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Four Vines 2009 Maverick Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-vines-2009-maverick-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Four Vines 14.7,White,US,"Lots of leesy, vanilla richness in this New World-style Chardonnay. It brims with mango, orange and cinnamon spice flavors. Will satisfy fans of this sweet, creamy approach.",Level 6,45,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fog Crest 2008 Level 6 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-crest-2008-level-6-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Fog Crest 12,Sparkling,France,"Pale salmon color with some copper hints. Somewhat muted nose with subtle aromas of ripe red-berry fruit. Crisp with more lift on the palate, vigorous mousse and lively flavors of redcurrant, wild strawberry and cherry. Medium-bodied with some creaminess to the texture that persists on the finish. Well-made but not very complex.",Brut Rosé,,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Baptiste Adam NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-baptiste-adam-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-alsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Jean-Baptiste Adam 14.3,White,US,"Washington Roussanne, which is two thirds of the blend here, has sharp edges and some phenolic bite – it's not a round, fruity style. Take that into account, but pair this firm, woodsy, slightly bitter wine with pork roast or grilled chops and you'll have a match made in heaven.",,18,88,Washington-Oregon,,,J. Scott Cellars 2009 Roussanne (Washington-Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2009-roussanne-washington-oregon/,Roussanne,2009,J. Scott Cellars 13.9,White,US,"Whole-cluster pressed and fermented in French oak barrels, about one third new, this pure Marsanne is a deep gold, and scented with buttery, oily oak and vanilla. It's full in the mouth, bright and high-toned, with a mix of stone fruits.",Boushey Vineyard Petite Joie,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Maison Bleue 2010 Boushey Vineyard Petite Joie Marsanne (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2010-boushey-vineyard-petite-joie-marsanne-columbia-valley-yakima/,Marsanne,2010,Maison Bleue 14,Red,Spain,"Subtle berry and rooty aromas create an inviting nose. The palate is full and chunky, with grabby tannins that thicken up cherry, herb and spice flavors. A little bit rich in style, with chocolate and earthiness to the finish.",Gavanza,22,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Maetierra Dominum 2006 Gavanza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maetierra-dominum-2006-gavanza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Maetierra Dominum 12,Sparkling,Portugal,"As the base for a sparkling wine, Baga doesn't lose its tannic character. But it does offer great fruitiness, an apple crispness and tight acidity. A sparkling wine for food.",Quinta do Moinho Rosé Bruto,,88,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Luis Pato 2010 Quinta do Moinho Rosé Bruto Baga (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-pato-2010-quinta-moinho-rose-bruto-portuguese-red-baga-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Baga,2010,Luis Pato 14.8,Red,US,"Classically ripe Russian River Pinot Noir, sweet and jammy in raspberries and cherries. Fortunately, fine tannins and acidity provide balance. It's a bit too sweet and rich in fruit, lacking some complexity, but fine for drinking now.",Estate,46,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Landy Family Vineyards 2009 Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landy-family-2009-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Landy Family Vineyards 13.7,White,Argentina,"Tropical aromas blend nicely with honey, peach and fresh-cut hay notes. The palate is focused and properly acidic, with lemon, green apple, vanilla and toasty flavors. Perfectly fresh and easy on the finish, with good citric carry through.",Reserva,18,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ruca Malen 2010 Reserva Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruca-malen-2010-reserva-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Ruca Malen 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a tight, clean quality to this sparkling blend that makes the wine a perfect pairing partner to sushi or Mediterranean seafood salad with steamed calamari and mussels. Those foods would highlight the dry, mineral element already in evidence here.",Pas Dosé Millesimato,,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Tenuta Montedelma di Berardi 2006 Pas Dosé Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-montedelma-berardi-2006-pas-dose-millesimato-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Tenuta Montedelma di Berardi 14.5,Red,US,"This ambitious wine is enormously ripe and intense in blackberry fruit, with oak bringing a delicious coat of sweet toast. There's a minerality that must come from the earth, and the tannins are lush and supportive. It's a noble wine, but feels disappointingly soft.",SEPS Estate,48,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Storybook Mountain 2007 SEPS Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storybook-mountain-2007-seps-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Storybook Mountain ,White,US,"Half Viognier, 30% Roussanne and 20% Marsanne, this well-crafted Rhône-style blend is spicy with a bright mix of citrus fruits. Lemon/lime and orange scents and flavors dominate, with a fresh, forward palate impression.",Southern White,28,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Rôtie Cellars 2010 Southern White White (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotie-cellars-2010-southern-white-other/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Rôtie Cellars 13,Red,France,"Well structured, strongly laced with wood, this is a full-in-the-mouth red, very berry and cherry. Its ripe fruit opens gently to give a concentrated finish. Age for another year, but very drinkable now.",Les Belles Côtes Rouge,33,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Roger et Didier Raimbault 2008 Les Belles Côtes Rouge (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-didier-raimbault-2008-belles-cotes-rouge-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roger et Didier Raimbault 14.5,White,US,"Although there's no oak on this wine, it was aged on the lees, which gives it a creamy richness. Slightly sweet, it has pleasant, clean flavors of citrus fruits, peaches and green apples.",Richard Dinner Vineyards,19,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Rocky Hill 2010 Richard Dinner Vineyards Pinot Gris (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocky-hill-2010-richard-dinner-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Gris,2010,Rocky Hill ,Red,South Africa,"This is cool climate Cabernet, ripe but relatively delicate, with just a herbaceous touch. The texture is dry, firm, with structured tannins. It leaves an aftertaste of aciditity.",Cabernet Sauvignon,,88,Tulbagh,,,Rijk's Private Cellar 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon (Tulbagh),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rijks-private-cellar-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-tulbagh/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Rijk's Private Cellar 13.5,Red,US,"A nicely made Cab-Merlot blend with earthy, dark plum, spicy cinnamon and clove and a touch of menthol herby-ness, especially on the finish. The mellow texture on this wine will see that it pairs nicely with a range of fall and wintertime foods.",,39,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Retzlaff 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/retzlaff-2005-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2005,Retzlaff 14,Red,Spain,"Roasted and rustic smelling, with baked, brushy berry aromas. The palate is fresh, forward and well focused, with briary, roasted flavors of earthy berry and chocolate. Finishes with toasty oak flavors, chocolate and herbs along with heat and spice.",Crianza,16,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramirez de la Piscina 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramirez-piscina-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Ramirez de la Piscina ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Solid, chunky and tannic, the wine has a big structure and firm concentration. It is dry, smoky with a bitter chocolate edge and a black fruit aftertaste.",Reserva Especial,,88,Port,,,Quinta do Infantado NV Reserva Especial (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-infantado-nv-reserva-especial-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta do Infantado 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"With its attractive 500-ml package, this is a great way to present Port. The wine is perfumed, soft, full of ripe prune and chocolate flavors, with an attractive freshness.",Late Bottled Vintage,,88,Port,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2006 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2006-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2006,Quinta de la Rosa 13.8,Red,US,"Made in a sweetly ripe, oaky manner, this is a drink-me-now Pinot Noir. Easy to like for its jammy raspberry, cherry and Dr. Pepper cola flavors. The acidity and soft tannins define the modern Russian River style.",Bella Luna Vineyard,49,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Signaterra 2009 Bella Luna Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signaterra-2009-bella-luna-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Signaterra 13.5,White,Spain,"Neutral smelling at first, then the nose opens to display hay, grass and apple blossom aromas. The palate is tight, crisp and a bit tart, with grassy apple and lime flavors. Zesty and piercing on the finish.",,18,88,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Viña Godeval 2010 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-godeval-2010-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2010,Viña Godeval 11.5,White,Spain,"This is a perennial winner among well-priced Spanish whites. The nose is clean, light and suggests apple blossom and buttercup. The palate has a good, tight, regular feel and honest flavors of green fruits and melon. Pleasant at every checkpoint.",,15,88,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Viña Costeira 2010 White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-costeira-2010-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2010,Viña Costeira 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Villa Sandi delivers a refreshing and tonic sparkling wine from the Prosecco Superiore area that would pair with a broad range of light fish and vegetable dishes. The mouthfeel is smooth, silky and zesty clean.",Extra Dry,21,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Villa Sandi NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-141484/,Glera,,Villa Sandi 13.5,Red,Spain,"A generous example of young Ribera. Dark mint, cola and blackberry aromas get more herbal with airing. The palate is secure and tannic, with ripe blackberry and sweet Bing cherry flavors. Chocolaty and tannic on the finish.",Roble,16,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Vecordia 2009 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vecordia-2009-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Vecordia 14.1,Red,US,"Sharp and peppery, this Walla Walla Valley Malbec starts out fruity and forward, then brings in flavors of dried leaf and tea. It's a two-step wine, perhaps caught between youth and maturity.",,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Saviah 2008 Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviah-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2008,Saviah ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dusty tannins lie easily on this perfumed, smoky wine. It is balanced, its sweetness layered with some acidity. Rich and smooth, although also structured and very attractive.",Finest Reserve,20,88,Port,,,Churchill's NV Finest Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-nv-finest-reserve-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Churchill's 14,Red,France,"A very drinkable Syrah that showcases the variety's peppery, herbal, red-fruited side. It's light to medium in body, with silky tannins and a crisp, mouthwatering finish.",Tradition,,88,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Château Val Joanis 2008 Tradition Syrah (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-val-joanis-2008-tradition-shiraz-syrah-syrah-luberon/,Syrah,2008,Château Val Joanis 12.5,White,US,"Almost indistinguishable from its companion Horse Heaven Vineyard bottling, the Columbia Valley Sauvignon Blanc also clocks in at a modest 12.5% alcohol. It offers light, succinct, pure varietal flavors, on the cool side with green apple, peavine, and a bracing minerality.",,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Big and woody to start, with heavily toasted blackberry and herbal aromas. The palate is thick, dense and tannic, but it doesn't punish. Tastes of cassis, blackberry and herbs before transitioning to dry oak and roasted berry on the finish.",Crios,15,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Dominio del Plata 2010 Crios Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-plata-2010-crios-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Dominio del Plata 13.5,White,France,"This blend of Clairette, Grenache Blanc, Ugni Blanc and Vermentino is flashy and forward, offering hints of struck flint, passion fruit and melon, a slightly creamy mouthfeel and a healthy pinch of white pepper to enliven the finish.",Le Châtaignier,17,88,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Domaine de la Citadelle 2010 Le Châtaignier White (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-citadelle-2010-le-chataignier-white-luberon/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Domaine de la Citadelle 14,Red,France,"With no oak aging, there's a great freshness to the gutsy black fruit core of this wine as well as an intense garrigue herbaceousness and mineral streak expressed throughout the nose and mouth. Medium weight with approachable tannins and a lively, clean finish. Drink now.",Les Bancèls,20,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Domaine de Cébène 2009 Les Bancèls Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cebene-2009-bancels-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de Cébène 13,Red,France,"A fruit-driven style, with cherry and raspberry notes accented by hints of chocolate and coffee. It's ripe and creamy on the midpalate, just fading a little too quickly on the finish. Drink now–2013.",Les Boudalles,,88,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Domaine Brusset 2009 Les Boudalles Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-brusset-2009-boudalles-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine Brusset 13,Rose,France,"This is a medium-bodied, fresh and fruit-driven example of rosé. The berry, peach and lime flavors make for uncomplicated fun and refreshment. Drink this blend of Grenache and Cinsault over the next few months.",Vin Gourmand,,88,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Dauvergne & Ranvier 2010 Vin Gourmand Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dauvergne-ranvier-2010-vin-gourmand-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2010,Dauvergne & Ranvier 12,Sparkling,US,"This is basically the same as Gloria's brut, only they added some Muscat and made it a little sweeter. With sugared raspberry, lime, orange and brioche flavors, made brisk with acidity, it will satisfy those who like some plumpness in their sparkling wines.",Va de Vi Iltra Cuvée,22,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer NV Va de Vi Iltra Cuvée Sparkling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-va-vi-iltra-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Sparkling Blend,,Gloria Ferrer 11,White,US,"Glenora's Dry Riesling is intensely fruity with loads of juicy white peach and melon flavors, yet impeccably dry and crisp on the palate. Pure and pristine with a soft minerality that lingers from start to finish.",Dry,18,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2010 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2010-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Glenora 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Lemon peel, wet clay, sandalwood and nutmeg aromas are inviting. In the mouth, it's tight and tannic, but lively, with leather and roasted berry flavors. Finishes firm, tight and a bit clipped and choppy. A reflection of 2008's tough conditions.",Piedra Negra,40,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,François Lurton 2008 Piedra Negra Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2008-piedra-negra-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,François Lurton 14.5,Red,Spain,"Round, sweet and ripe smelling, then tight and rubbery in the mouth, with full tannins that smack down with force. The palate is medium in depth, with dark plum and berry flavors in front of a sweet, molasses-tinged finish. Very good for affordable Spanish Cabernet.",,13,88,Levante,Valencia,,Casa L'Angel 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-langel-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-valencia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Casa L'Angel 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dry, minty oak aromas mix well with snappy plum and vanilla to form a proper, pleasing bouquet. The palate is fresh, vibrant and houses sweet, slightly spicy plum and berry flavors. Same on the finish, which is correct, spicy and dry.",,17,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Protos 2009 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2009-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2009,Protos 10.9,White,US,"A blend of Evergreen vineyard fruit and old-vine Riesling sourced from a pair of Yakima Valley vineyards, this feels drier than its 1.8% residual sugar. Citrus and citrus rind flavors make for a tart, grapefruity style with some bite to the finish. It has the heft to take on a range of spicy foods.",,14,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2010 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2010-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Seven Hills 14.1,Red,US,"A fruit forward Pinot, like an orchard in the mouth, offering sweet, ripe raspberries, cherries, red plums and spices. There's a smoked meat streak that adds complexity. A nice, fancy wine for a house pour.",,26,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sebastiani 2009 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2009-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Sebastiani 14.5,Red,US,"An example of a soft, accessible Pinot whose rich, ripe flavors are the main attraction. Brims with cola, cherry, cranberry and red licorice flavors. Seems best over the next 2–3 years.",,45,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pfendler 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pfendler-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pfendler 13.1,White,US,"This $13 wine is quite fine, deep in color with a rich, flinty nose. It's big and full with drops of honey throughout and a layer of acidity on the finish. Modest in alcohol too.",,13,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Pavillion Crossing 2010 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavillion-crossing-2010-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2010,Pavillion Crossing 13,Red,France,"A wood-aged, rich and full wine, benefiting from the year and giving out fine perfumes, rich tannins and dark berry flavors. It's a wine with enough power to age further, already a solid pleasure to drink.",Domaine le Petit Bon Dieu Réserve,10,88,Loire Valley,Bourgueil,,Paul Buisse 2009 Domaine le Petit Bon Dieu Réserve Cabernet Franc (Bourgueil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-buisse-2009-domaine-le-petit-bon-dieu-reserve-cabernet-franc-bourgueil/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Paul Buisse 13,Red,France,"A perfumed wine, deliciously accessible now. The damson and red plum fruits push through a light tannic core. It's a wine with a pure Pinot character, very linear and ready to drink.",,,88,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Pierre André 2009 Savigny-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2009-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pierre André 13,White,France,"A severe wine, its structure deriving from an important wood element and fruit tannins. It brings out apple and green plum skins, with a tangy texture that demands a few months aging.",Le Rognet Premier Cru,56,88,Burgundy,Ladoix,,Pierre André 2008 Le Rognet Premier Cru (Ladoix),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2008-le-rognet-premier-cru-chardonnay-ladoix/,Chardonnay,2008,Pierre André 14,Red,France,"Still fresh, yet developing subtle nuances of age, this wine is ready to drink. Cedar and clove notes accent cherry fruit in this medium-bodied, silky-textured blend of Grenache (75%), Syrah (20%), Carignan and Cinsault.",,,88,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Clos de Trias 2008 Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-trias-2008-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Clos de Trias 14.3,White,US,"A very rich Chardonnay, explosive in lemon custard, grilled pineapple and the ripest peaches imaginable. At the same time, there's a firm, tangy minerality. Some will find, however, that the oak dominates it all with a blast of buttered toast and caramel.",Keefer Ranch,45,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2009 Keefer Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2009-keefer-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Gary Farrell 12.4,White,US,"Dark and smoky with notes of struck flint and crushed minerals, this wonderfully complex Riesling is unctuous on the palate with dried peach and mango flavors that shine. Quite dry yet lusciously textured with hints of lanolin and mineral oil.",Dry,13,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lakewood 2010 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lakewood-2010-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Lakewood 13.5,White,France,"Mid-gold color. Subtle aromas of creamy stone fruit. Dry, medium bodied and fresh with bright acidity and ample fruit cocktail flavors with savory, herbal and spicy notes. Soft creamy texture and moderate length. Slightly warm and viscous on the finish finish",Collection,37,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2008 Collection Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2008-collection-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,Kuentz-Bas 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A beautifully made wine, it shows very intense aromas of apricot nectar and lime peel. While it has that wonderful easygoing personality of an Asti, it is more interesting and structured than most of them. A very fine example.",,13,88,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Ricossa 2007 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricossa-2007-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2007,Ricossa ,Red,Chile,"Good density and maybe a touch reduced, this is a cool syrah with cola and chocolate accents. It's concentrated and meaty, with chewy tannins and plenty of body. Call it a voluminous New World wine with ripe fruit and a distinct milk chocolate wave on the finish.",1865 Single Vineyard,19,88,Cachapoal Valley,,,San Pedro 2007 1865 Single Vineyard Syrah (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2007-1865-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cachapoal-valley/,Syrah,2007,San Pedro 14.9,Red,US,"A rich, ripe, flamboyant Cabernet, brimming with blackberry, cassis and smoky oak flavors. Feels soft and silky in the mouth, making it fine for drinking now.",,15,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Jettlynn 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jettlynn-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Jettlynn 12,Sparkling,Portugal,"Made from the Gouveio grapes, one of the Douro white grapes, this has weight and some richness. The acidity is a balancing but not a domiNAt factor. Ripe apples and a citrus edge go with a feel of some bottle age.",Vértice Gouveio Bruto,,88,Douro,,,Caves Transmontanas NV Vértice Gouveio Bruto Gouveio (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-transmontanas-nv-vertice-gouveio-bruto-portuguese-white-gouveio-douro/,Gouveio,,Caves Transmontanas 14,Red,Argentina,"Floral red fruit aromas settle on raspberry and plum, and there's not much obvious oak or darkness. Round and juicy on the palate, with spicy and sweet blackberry along with clove. Integrated and solid, with a lightly toasted, chocolaty finish.",,15,88,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Zorzal 2010 Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zorzal-2010-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2010,Zorzal 14,White,Italy,"Here's a special blended white wine from Sardinia that shows the natural density and richness to pair with lobster or baked halibut. There's a soft, creamy mouthfeel that is backed by aromas of stone fruit and melon.",,32,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Tenute Soletta 2010 White (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-soletta-2010-white-isola-nuraghi/,White Blend,2010,Tenute Soletta 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Smells a little green and stalky, but in the mouth it delivers pure lemon, apple and other refined white fruit flavors. There's good mouthfeel here and a grassy finish with lime and kiwi. Fairly standard and lean in composition.",Extremarium de Mont Marçal Brut Reserva,25,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Mont Marçal NV Extremarium de Mont Marçal Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-marcal-nv-extremarium-de-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Mont Marçal 14,Dessert,Italy,"Mocali's golden Moscadello represents a category of wine that was popular before the hearty red Brunello took the Montalcino spotlight. Sweet and syrupy with a lively golden color, pair this dessert wine with crème caramel or brûlée.",,,88,Tuscany,Moscadello di Montalcino,,Mocali 2006 Moscadello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2006-muscat-moscadello-moscadello-montalcino/,Moscadello,2006,Mocali 13.5,Red,Spain,"Gets going with earthy, mildly baked aromas of cherry and chocolate-covered raisin. It's fresh and jumpy in the mouth, with berry, plum, chocolate and an herbal undercurrent. Feels good throughout, with some heat and herbal character to the finish.",Finca Rableros,15,88,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Bodega Otto Bestué 2008 Finca Rableros Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-otto-bestue-2008-finca-rableros-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-somontano/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bodega Otto Bestué 14.3,Red,US,"A lovely Merlot, softly tannic and rich, with oak-influenced herbs, cherries, blackberries and cassis. It's stongly flavored, but nuanced, with an elegant structure. Drink now.",,24,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Charles Krug 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Opaque and thick, with all types of black fruit aromas blending with smoked meat scents and toasty darkness. The body is fleshy and extracted, with raw tannins and a clacky feel. Tastes woody and baked, with blackberry, licorice and sweet plum flavors. Turns herbal and minty on the finish.",Catena Alta,52,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2008 Catena Alta Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2008-alta-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bodega Catena Zapata 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This fresh sparkling blend from Franciacorta in northern Italy opens with a touch of citrus zest followed by yellow rose and crushed white pepper. It offers a tonic, drying mouthfeel with steely effervescence on the finish.",Brut,20,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Cornaleto NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cornaleto-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Cornaleto 13.8,White,US,"This Demeter-certified Biodynamic Chardonnay has nice color and full apple aromas, as well as a lot of depth and texture. The finish veers into caramel and vanilla, no stranger to oak.",Dijon Clone,46,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Jeriko 2010 Dijon Clone Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeriko-2010-dijon-clone-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2010,Jeriko 15.5,Red,US,"A great vintage in Mendocino and a great vineyard, Masut, but lovers of subtle Pinot will be disappointed with this big-bodied, in no ways shy wine (15.5% alcohol), its positive attributes being great texture and dark cherry, cinnamon and almost baked rhubarb pie aromas and flavors.",Masut Vineyard,45,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,De Loach 2009 Masut Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2009-masut-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,De Loach 14.2,Red,US,"This Pinot certainly has lots of concentrated fruit, with an intensity of cherry and raspberry jam, pomegranates and cola. It's also well oaked, to judge from the strong layer of buttered cinnamon toast. Feels strong and indelicate now, with a punch of acidity, but could mellow over the next 2–3 years.",River Road Ranch,35,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Trione 2008 River Road Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trione-2008-river-road-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Trione 13.5,Red,US,"Pungent and wild, the grapes for this Montepulciano are grown in the Isabella Francesca Vineyard in Oakley. Winemaker Shauna Rosenblum makes this wine like a Zinfandel, and it is approachable and fairly light, with wild strawberries, black tea and dried herbs throughout and even a slight backdrop of smoke.",,20,88,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Rock Wall 2010 Montepulciano (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2010-italian-red-montepulciano-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Montepulciano,2010,Rock Wall 14,White,Chile,"Piercing aromas announce that this is no basic quaffer. The palate shows blazing acids that narrow everything down to citrus, lemon, underripe pineapple and Granny Smith apple flavors. While almost sour, it's not, with briney green fruit on a long, scouring finish.",T.H. Lo Abarca,20,88,San Antonio,,,Undurraga 2010 T.H. Lo Abarca Sauvignon Blanc (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2010-th-lo-abarca-sauvignon-blanc-san-antonio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Undurraga 13.9,White,US,"Horse & Plow continues to impress with its moderately priced wines that taste great. Harvester is a blend of 38% Pinot Gris, 34% Riesling and 28% Chardonnay that's austere aromatically and deep golden in color, woody and tasting of tart green apple, unearthed mushrooms with a lemony finish.",Harvester White,18,88,California,North Coast,North Coast,Horse & Plow 2010 Harvester White White (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2010-harvester-white-north-coast/,White Blend,2010,Horse & Plow 13.5,Red,Spain,"Ultradark and sweet, with black coffee, shoe polish and blackened berry aromas that are highly oak influenced. The palate is saturated, clampy and aggressive, with blackened berry, lemony oak and mint flavors. Grabby and tannic in the mouth, but generous.",Atio,50,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emina 2005 Atio (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2005-atio-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2005,Emina 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Begins with weight and yeasty, bready, white fruit aromas. The palate is round and full, with lime, apple and kiwi flavors. Zesty and proper on the finish, with good length and clarity. Solid and nice throughout.",Brut Exclusive Reserva,15,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Marqués de Gelida 2007 Brut Exclusive Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-gelida-2007-brut-exclusive-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Marqués de Gelida 13.5,Red,France,"This has been a steady source over the years for reasonably rich, satisfying wines from the Languedoc. The 2004 Réserve has a velvety feel to its tannins, giving it a touch more polish than usual, plus dark flavors of leather, cola and earth--even a hint of bacon on the finish. Drink it over the next few years.",Cuvée Mythique Réserve,22,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 2004 Cuvée Mythique Réserve Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-mediterranee-2004-cuvee-mythique-reserve-red-corbieres/,Red Blend,2004,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée ,White,US,"This Castle White is a fresh and well-made Sauvignon Blanc, with just a splash (2%) of Sémillon in the blend. Crisp and grassy, in a mouth-pleasing, true-to-varietal style.",Castle White,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Le Chateau 2010 Castle White Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-chateau-2010-castle-white-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Le Chateau 13,Red,France,"A rich and fruity wine with an attractive layer of tannins to go with the bright red cherry and damson flavors. The fruit is delicious, succulent, finishing with fine acidity.",,27,88,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Olivier Leflaive 2009 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-2009-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2009,Olivier Leflaive 14.9,Red,US,"Deliciously soft and easy to like now. Flatters the mouth with blackberry, currant, mocha, licorice, bacon and crushed black pepper flavors that finish dry and elegant. A blend of Syrah, Grenache, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo.",Mi Pasión,95,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Feliz Noche 2007 Mi Pasión Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feliz-noche-2007-mi-pasion-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,2007,Feliz Noche 13.8,Red,US,"Tart and sappy, with tasty blueberry and cherry fruit. A bit like biting into a big slice of cherry pie, with baking spices and toasty highlights. It's got a good tang to it, and plenty of ripe fruit.",,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Fort Walla Walla 2007 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-walla-walla-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2007,Fort Walla Walla 12.1,Sparkling,US,"Made 100% from Pinot Noir, this bubbly has an orange copper color, and is full-bodied and dry. The flavors are of raspberries, strawberries and yeast, and the all-important mousse is refined. A little eccentric, but try it with sushi.",Pinot Noir,54,88,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Derby 2007 Pinot Noir Sparkling (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/derby-2007-pinot-noir-sparkling-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Derby 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is a soft, creamed apple wine, with touches of toast. It has a great lemon zest character that brings freshness as well as brilliant acidity. The finish is textured, very fresh.",Cuvée des Moines Brut Blanc de Blancs,65,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Besserat de Bellefon NV Cuvée des Moines Brut Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/besserat-de-bellefon-nv-cuvee-des-moines-brut-blanc-de-blancs-chardonnay-champagne-142899/,Chardonnay,,Besserat de Bellefon 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Brut sparkling wine (from Italy's prestigious Franciacorta appellation) opens with attractive luminosity, persistent bubbling and is followed by toasted notes of stone fruit, honey and almond. Pair this wine with delicate seafood salad.",Brut,,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Camossi NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camossi-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Camossi 14.6,White,US,"At this price, this is one of the Chardonnay steals of the year. It's made in the popular style, rich in ripe tropical fruit flavors, with a stony core of minerals, and liberally enhanced with sweet, smoky oak.",Lot 242,13,88,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 242 Chardonnay (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-242-chardonnay-napa-atlas-peak/,Chardonnay,2009,Cameron Hughes ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Very jammy aromas, the wine is full and sweet, its tannins soft, with the acidity giving a tangy edge. Strawberry fruit shows strongly in the very fruity aftertaste.",Sotto Voce Reserve,,88,Port,,,Burmester NV Sotto Voce Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burmester-nv-sotto-voce-reserve-port-142097/,Port,,Burmester 13,Red,Austria,"The top red from Bründlmayer, this has richness, spice, ripe tannins and the earthy character often found in Pinot Noir. It is not rich, rather it's pierced with acidity, black cherry and a dark element of tannin. Age for 2–3 years.",Cécile,,88,Niederösterreich,,,Bründlmayer 2008 Cécile Pinot Noir (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2008-cecile-pinot-noir-niederosterreich/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bründlmayer 12,Sparkling,Italy,"This Chardonnay-based Brut expression matures for two years on the lees, and shows a creamy, dense personality. There are citrus notes with apricot, honey and white almond skin.",Brut,35,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Barone Pizzini NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-pizzini-nv-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Barone Pizzini 14,Red,Spain,"Full, beefy and leathery smelling, with muscular black fruit aromas resting below the surface. Integrated and layered on the palate, with earthy flavors of roasted berry and leather. Turns tight and tough on the finish, where tannic bite offsets oaky chocolate and vanilla notes. Drink now through 2013.",,29,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Alonso del Yerro 2008 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alonso-yerro-2008-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2008,Alonso del Yerro 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Ripe, crisp and grassy on the nose, with distinct green fruit aromas that suggest lime and green apple. The palate is balanced and not too sheer, with good acidity and sweet, fun flavors of melon, kiwi and peach. Finishes solid and fresh.",Reserva Brut,22,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Agustí Torelló 2007 Reserva Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agusti-torello-2007-reserva-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Agustí Torelló 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Bosco di Gica offers delicate and feminine aromas of white flower, peach, passion fruit and drying white mineral. This is a Brut Prosecco, which means it offers less sweetness in the mouth.",Bosco di Gica Brut,18,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Adami NV Bosco di Gica Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adami-nv-bosco-di-gica-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-137087/,Glera,,Adami 13.3,Red,US,"This Virginia Cab Franc starts soft and ripe with loads of juicy black currant and berry flavors flecked with sweet, warm baking spices and cedar notes. A zesty kick of acidity on the midpalate and a flash of fresh, green herbs on the finish add elegance and balance.",,29,88,Virginia,Virginia,,Annefield Vineyards 2009 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/annefield-2009-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Annefield Vineyards 13.8,Red,US,"A deep, dark, robust Lake County Barbera, tame by Barbera standards, with softened tannins but lots of black licorice, fruit—rustic plum, mostly—and a hint of baked bread. Worth a try with meaty pasta dishes.",,20,88,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Rosa d'Oro 2009 Barbera (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosa-doro-2009-barbera-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Barbera,2009,Rosa d'Oro ,White,US,"Pungently perfumed, all lemon, mandarin orange and spice, this Gewürztraminer is moderately textured and aromatically pretty, an interesting companion to spicy food but also the myriad of flavors found around a holiday meal.",,16,88,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,McFadden 2009 Gewürztraminer (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcfadden-2009-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2009,McFadden 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Concentrated and jammy smelling, with a note of iodine to go with racy black fruit aromas. Dense as night in the mouth, with gamey, roasted berry flavors. Turns minty on the finish, with a hint of herbal green. Fruity and nice but lacks that final gear.",A Lisa,26,88,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 2010 A Lisa Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-noemia-patagonia-2010-a-lisa-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2010,Bodega Noemía de Patagonia 14.4,White,US,"Theres just a bit of oak on this wine, which gives a pleasant buttered toast and vanilla edge to the ripe lime, kiwi, green apple and Asian pear fruit. With crisp acidity, it's a clean wine that's a little sweet, but not too much.",,26,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artesa 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Artesa 14,Red,France,"Pesquié's entry-level red is a blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah, aged in a combination of tank and used oak. The result boasts dark fruit notes of blackberry and plum, but also hints of savory leather and spice. It's medium bodied, with a firmness to the finish that suggests it should hold nicely for 3–4 years.",Terrasses,13,88,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Château Pesquié 2009 Terrasses Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pesquie-2009-terrasses-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château Pesquié 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Elegant and beautifully contoured by aromas of white flower and stone fruit, this lively Prosecco is perfect for a hot Sunday afternoon with family and friends. The fresh bubbles offer a touch of piquant spice on the close.",Extra Dry 47,23,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bortolotti NV Extra Dry 47 (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-nv-extra-dry-47-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-137058/,Glera,,Bortolotti 13.5,Red,Spain,"Generally 88-pointers don't call for cellaring, but this one could gain style points with time in the bottle. Now it's dark and promising, with berry, cherry, earth and tobacco. It's also hard but manageable, with lightly herbal blackberry, cherry and brown sugar flavors. Finishes dark and toasty.",Cosme Palacio 1894 Tinto,60,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2008 Cosme Palacio 1894 Tinto (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2008-cosme-1894-tinto-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodegas Palacio 14.5,Red,Spain,"Leathery and jammy smelling at first, then it settles on solid berry fruit and spice. Runs full and tannic in the mouth, with lightly herbal tasting berry and plum flavors. Shows some oak and ample spice on the finish. Plump, full and generous.",Fincas de Landaluce Crianza,19,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Landaluce 2007 Fincas de Landaluce Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-landaluce-2007-fincas-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Bodegas Landaluce 14,Red,Spain,"Opens with leather and rubber and quickly moves to dry cherry, spice and balsam wood. The palate is balanced and healthy, with fairly thick and meaty plum and berry flavors cut by proper acids. Long on the finish, with a tobacco note and lasting berry length.",Reserva,23,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Castillo Labastida 2005 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-labastida-2005-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Castillo Labastida ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A dry wine, firmly tannic, although also with acidity and black currant fruit. Spices and licorice add interest, while the tannins finish this attractive wine.",Six Grapes Reserve,58,88,Port,,,W. & J. Graham's NV Six Grapes Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-j-grahams-nv-six-grapes-reserve-port-142110/,Port,,W. & J. Graham's ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An attractively ripe wine, although with its fair share of tannins and stalky fruit. It has a good richness as well as aromatic spice and violets. The final balance is ripe and structured.",Reserve Ruby,,88,Port,,,Vista Alegre NV Reserve Ruby (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-alegre-nv-reserve-ruby-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Vista Alegre 13.3,Rose,US,"This blush wine is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. As you'd expect, it's a big wine for a rosé, a little heavy, but there's a nice cut of acidity that helps. Is it dry? Sort of, with a jammy finish of black raspberries. Try this easy-drinking wine with grilled tuna or a hamburger.",,24,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Virage 2010 Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virage-2010-rose-napa-valley/,Rosé,2010,Virage 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"“Three winds” is a new product from a top Prosecco producer. Packaged in an elegant and understated bottle, this Italian sparkler is ideal for light lunches or outdoor appetizers. The interesting aromas include dried flowers, citrus and a very subtle touch of spicy clove.",Tre Venti Brut Millesimato,26,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Zardetto 2010 Tre Venti Brut Millesimato (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zardetto-2010-tre-venti-brut-millesimato-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Zardetto 14.7,Red,US,"Very strongly flavored, and needs a salty cut of meat to tame its powers. Explodes with jammy blackberries, blueberries, cherries and raspberries, with a monster blast of black pepper. Bring on the sausages.",Ex Anima,25,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2010 Ex Anima Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2010-ex-anima-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,2010,Wrath 14.3,Red,US,"At first this Syrah, sourced entirely from Pepper Bridge vineyard fruit, seems to fall short in the finish. There are some fruit flavors that skirt along the edge of prune and raisin, and a nice chocolaty coating. But highlights of cured meat add interest and complexity to the finish as the wine opens up. Drink soon.",,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Fort Walla Walla 2007 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-walla-walla-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,Fort Walla Walla ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Full, rich and fruity wine, enticingly aromatic, with strawberry fruits and an easy, just tannic edge. The wine is soft, ripe, the fruits finely balanced with acidity.",Bin 27 Finest Reserve,,88,Port,,,Fonseca NV Bin 27 Finest Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonseca-nv-bin-27-finest-reserve-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Fonseca ,Red,US,"This pure Malbec from the Konnowac Vineyard is labeled Old Vines, though it's not clear how old is old. Effusive scents and flavors of raspberries dominate, with a hard candy flavor matched to juicy acidity. There's a subtle hint of coffee lacing together the finish.",Konnowac Vineyard Old Vines,36,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Flying Trout 2008 Konnowac Vineyard Old Vines Malbec (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-trout-2008-konnowac-vineyard-old-vines-malbec-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Malbec,2008,Flying Trout 14.4,Red,US,"Very ripe and spicy, with a sprinkle of dusty Christmas spices tanging up the wild cherry, raspberry, licorice and Dr. Pepper cola flavors. Zin doesn't get much richer, but this one could be a little firmer in structure. Drink now.",Bradford Mountain Vineyards,45,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gary Farrell 2009 Bradford Mountain Vineyards Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2009-bradford-mountain-vineyards-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Gary Farrell 13,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a caramel candy or custard-like quality to this wine that is backed by pear, apricot and mature fruit. It's a complex, layered sparkler with creamy vanilla mousse and golden saturation.",Villa Crespia Iacono Riserva Dosaggio Zero,65,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Fratelli Muratori 2002 Villa Crespia Iacono Riserva Dosaggio Zero (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-muratori-2002-villa-crespia-iacono-riserva-dosaggio-zero-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2002,Fratelli Muratori 12,Sparkling,Italy,"You'd be hard pressed to think of another Italian sparkling wine made from Ribolla Gialla grapes, a native variety of northeast Italy. This rare expression offers aromas of yellow flower and stone fruit followed by a smooth, fresh mouthfeel.",Brut,50,88,,Friuli,,Eugenio Collavini 2007 Brut Ribolla Gialla (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugenio-collavini-2007-brut-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-friuli/,Ribolla Gialla,2007,Eugenio Collavini 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"In its memorable dumpy bottle, this LBV is full of sweet ripe fruits, soft tannins and perfumed acidity. The texture is firm and structured at the end. Drinkable now, but worth aging for a year or two.",Late Bottled Vintage,,88,Port,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2007 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2007-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Quinta de la Rosa 13.5,Red,Italy,"The wine is already showing signs of maturity; the color is edged with brown and the nose has earthy, tar aromas alongside the dark youthful fruit. Structure is soft and integrated, and the wine shows slightly less maturity on the palate where the fruit is more primary, but still a wine that should be enjoyed relatively soon.",Tortoniano,47,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Michele Chiarlo 2003 Tortoniano (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2003-tortoniano-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Michele Chiarlo 13.8,White,US,"A welcome return to form for Morgan's Sauvignon Blanc, after a few disappointing vintages. This 2010 is dry and crisp in acidity, with ripe gooseberry and Meyer lemon fruit flavors. A touch of French oak adds welcome richness.",,16,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2010-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Morgan 14,Red,Brazil,"Concentrated, bullish, healthy and ripe, but also rugged, tannic and tough in the mouth. This blend of six grapes brings big-time fruit in the blackberry and plum category along with copious spice. For Brazil it's on the right path. But it's still a bruising wine with a high price tag.",Sesmarias,100,88,Campanha,,,Miolo 2008 Sesmarias Red (Campanha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miolo-2008-sesmarias-red-campanha/,Red Blend,2008,Miolo 13,Red,France,"Firmly tannic wine, hard around the edges at this stage. It will certainly develop to give richer black fruits, but those tannins will remain.",,,88,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Pierre André 2009 Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2009-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pierre André 14.4,Red,US,"An excellent wine for drinking now. It's dry and fruity, with a meaty, fleshy texture housing flavors of blackberries, cherries, herbs and oak. Fine enough to drink with a good steak.",,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peter Paul Wines 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-paul-wines-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Peter Paul Wines 12,White,Argentina,"Given that Argentina is hardly SB country, this wine sticks out for its clarity, minerality and freshness. The nose offers lean lime and other citrus aromas. That's followed by a juicy palate with lime, passion fruit and tangerine flavors. Tropical but also citric, with cutting acidity.",B Crux,19,88,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2010 B Crux Sauvignon Blanc (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2010-b-crux-sauvignon-blanc-uco-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,O. Fournier 14.7,Red,US,"A good, dry Zinfandel, although it's a little overripe in prunes. Not too much, though, so don't be alarmed. It's very spicy, suggesting drinking with equally spicy foods, like spice-rubbed beef, pork and chicken, grilled to perfection. Nice restaurant wine due to its elegance.",York Creek,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ridge 2009 York Creek Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2009-york-creek-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Ridge 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This pretty Brut Rosé sparkler opens with a pretty pink color and aromas of stone fruit, white almond and chestnut honey. Thanks to the wine's foamy perlage, the bubbly tastes thick and smooth on the close.",Rosè Brut,40,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ricci Curbastro NV Rosè Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricci-curbastro-nv-rose-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Ricci Curbastro 11,White,Spain,"Easy on the nose, then full of zest and spritz on the palate. Tastes like lemon-lime soda with minerality and a touch of green pepper and asparagus. Finishes tangy and long; very nice despite the green elements.",,24,88,Northern Spain,Getariako Txakolina,,Rezabal 2010 Hondarrabi Zuri (Getariako Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rezabal-2010-spanish-white-hondarrabi-zuri-getariako-txakolina/,Hondarrabi Zuri,2010,Rezabal 14.5,Red,Spain,"Smells mature and slightly baked, with granular, sweet, raisiny core aromas. The palate is full in size and smooth in feel, with ripe berry flavors fading to raisin and prune on the back palate and finish. Chunky, flavorful and ready to drink now.",Valdecampaña Crianza,16,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Recoletas 2005 Valdecampaña Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recoletas-2005-valdecampana-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Recoletas 13,Red,France,"An herbal, perfumed wine, showing concentrated tannins and firm black fruit flavors. The wine has a dense structure, filled with acidity as well as final richness. Age for 2–3 years.",Le Pont,22,88,Provence,Bandol,,Ravoire et Fils 2009 Le Pont Red (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravoire-fils-2009-le-pont-red-bandol/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Ravoire et Fils 13.7,Red,US,"An incredible value at $15 SRP, this is a new endeavor for Concannon, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Zinfandel and Petite Sirah (50%) that's nicely crafted and very drinkable with a signature Petite Sirah presence in terms of body weight and blackberry fruit as well as plenty of Zin spice and Cab structure. A great deal for everyday meals.",Conservancy Crimson & Clover,15,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2009 Conservancy Crimson & Clover Red (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2009-conservancy-crimson-clover-red-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Concannon 14.8,Red,US,"Oak dominates this Zin-based blend, which contains Petite Sirah, Carignane and Mataro (Mourvèdre). The underlying wine is as rich as the very fine 2008, with berry, cherry, currant, leather and spice flavors. But sweet, caramelized oak rules, to the wine's detriment.",Bernier-Sibary Vineyard,39,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dutcher Crossing 2009 Bernier-Sibary Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutcher-crossing-2009-bernier-sibary-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Dutcher Crossing 14.5,Red,France,"Lush in texture, despite having aged solely in concrete vats prior to bottling. The rich texture and supple tannins support warm, brandied cherry notes. Drink this engaging blend of 60% Grenache, 25% Carignan and 15% Syrah now and over the next couple of years.",Epicure,,88,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Château Valcombe 2009 Epicure Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valcombe-2009-epicure-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château Valcombe 9.5,White,Germany,,Apollo Falter Valwiger Herrenberg Spätlese,19,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Zenzen 2004 Apollo Falter Valwiger Herrenberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-zenzen-2004-apollo-falter-valwiger-herrenberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2004,Dr. Zenzen 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Ramandolo is a traditional dessert wine with roots in northeast Italy that opens with sweet aromas of candied fruit, pickled ginger and crème brûlée. A spicy touch of peppermint or dried herb keeps the mouthfeel focused and sharp.",,69,88,,Ramandolo,,Dario Coos 2008 Ramandolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dario-coos-2008-italian-white-verduzzo-friulano-ramandolo/,Verduzzo Friulano ,2008,Dario Coos 14,Red,Spain,"Year in and year out this is the score this wine deserves. This vintage is meaty, with dark fruit, bacon and rubbery aromas. It's a touch hard and tannic, with ripe tomato, berry and cherry flavors. Bright, forward and tannic; should age fairly well.",Reserva,26,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Darien 2006 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darien-2006-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Darien 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This vintage-dated sparkling wine opens with tight citrus aromas of lime and grapefruit backed by dried flower and stone fruit. There's loads of easy, fresh crispness on the finish.",Brut Cuvèe 4 Millesimato,29,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bersi Serlini 2005 Brut Cuvèe 4 Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bersi-serlini-2005-brut-cuvee-4-millesimato-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2005,Bersi Serlini 15.8,Red,US,"Classic Dry Creek Zinfandel, dry and brawny and high in alcohol. Pair the wild blackberry, nettle, anise and pepper flavors with a spice-rubbed, smoky grilled steak.",Rattler Rock,29,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Truett Hurst 2009 Rattler Rock Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truett-hurst-2009-rattler-rock-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Truett Hurst 13.5,Red,Spain,"A bit smoky and heavy on first take, with hickory and leather to go with black fruit aromas. The palate has a solid, weighty feel and savory, smoky flavors of roasted berry, oak and plum. Mild on the finish except for leftover campfire notes.",,12,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2009 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2009-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Sierra Cantabria ,Red,US,"This is two-thirds Grenache, the balance divided equally between Syrah and Mourvèdre. It's a fruity mix of berry and plum flavors, with added spice and a lick of chocolate from aging in once-used French oak barrels. Relatively light, very clean and best for drinking young.",Southern Blend Red,40,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Rôtie Cellars 2009 Southern Blend Red Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotie-cellars-2009-southern-blend-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Rôtie Cellars 13.5,Red,US,"A juicy, jammy blend of 50% Sangiovese, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Montepulciano and 8% Zinfandel sourced primarily from Contra Costa County that's packed with blue and blackberry fruit, tobacco and plum. Clean and bright with a chewy texture.",Super Alamedan,20,88,California,California Other,California,Rock Wall 2010 Super Alamedan Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2010-super-alamedan-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Rock Wall 14.9,Red,US,"The Merlot-based Uriah includes 36% Cabernet Franc, 8% Petit Verdot and 3% Malbec from the estate vineyards. Perhaps due to its youth, the wine has a bit too much heat and sharpness for its fruit. Spring Valley seems to be sacrificing terroir for sheer power. It's plenty ripe, but the fruit flavors are blocky, with noticeable volatility.",Uriah,50,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2008 Uriah Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2008-uriah-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Spring Valley Vineyard 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"A touch of dried apple skin and cinnamon stick open the nose of this hearty, red dessert wine. It presents tight tannins, with a sweet, chewy chocolate aftertaste.",La Roggia,60,88,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Speri 2007 La Roggia (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-2007-roggia-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2007,Speri 14.4,Red,Argentina,"Stocky, smoky and well composed on the nose, with aromas of blackberry and hickory leading the charge. Shows pulse and concentration on the palate as toasty oak, chocolate and chewiness blend nicely with black fruit and cassis flavors. Firm, deep and tannic on the finish.",,17,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sottano 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sottano-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Sottano 15.5,White,US,"Oakier and sweeter than the fine '08, with the result that buttered toast and butterscotch flavors dominate. On the other hand, there's a dynamic core of tropical fruit as well as a firm minerality that helps to balance the oak, providing structure. Definitely made in the New World style, and not shy about it.",West Block,65,88,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Knights Bridge 2009 West Block Chardonnay (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knights-bridge-2009-west-block-chardonnay-sonoma-knights-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Knights Bridge 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This exciting Brut Prosecco shows a very floral and fruity bouquet followed by a crisp, drying mouthfeel. The high quality of the aromas is what sets this wine apart from the competition.",Fagher Brut,,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Le Colture NV Fagher Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-colture-nv-fagher-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-137057/,Glera,,Le Colture 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Dry, tight and long-lasting, this crystalline metodo classico sparkling wine delivers a crisp, firm mouthfeel accented by white pepper and tonic effervescence. Drink this wine on its own or with slices of sweet ham from Italy or Spain.",Extra Brut,30,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Lantieri de Paratico NV Extra Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantieri-paratico-nv-extra-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Lantieri de Paratico 13,White,France,"Peach and lemon combine in this superripe Chablis. Reflecting the warm vintage, the wine is soft, laced with lime juice acidity and hinting at vanilla and thyme. Round and warm, it is not typical Chablis, much more akin to a Meursault.",Premier Cru Réserve,42,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,Labouré-Roi 2009 Premier Cru Réserve (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2009-premier-cru-reserve-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Labouré-Roi 13,Red,Italy,"This is a wine for anyone who longs for an old fashioned Barbara. An interesting, funky and very complex nose of menthol, wet fur, coffee, and strawberries. On the palate, it seemed surprisingly soft (one would have expected more acidity) and the flavors less funky than the nose, with a core of sweet strawberry fruit at the finish.",Ciabot Camerano,18,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Marcarini 2005 Ciabot Camerano (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-2005-ciabot-camerano-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2005,Marcarini 13.5,White,US,"Tart, cool-climate fruit opens with scents of vanilla and buttered nuts, then gracefully expands into green fruit flavors of citrus and white peach. There is a refreshing, underlying minerality, and overall elegant balance.",Notre Vie,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Maison Bleue 2010 Notre Vie Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2010-notre-vie-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2010,Maison Bleue 13.7,Red,US,"Macari's supple, vanilla-scented Cab Franc is upfront and approachable in its sour cherry fruitfulness, yet boasts some complexity with layers of ripe, brambly wood, dust and dark floral notes. Finishes clean with lively acidity and a coating of grippy, yet fine-grained tannins.",,35,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 2008 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-2008-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Macari 13,White,France,,Cuvée Balthazar,16,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2007 Cuvée Balthazar Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2007-cuvee-balthazar-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2007,Lucien Albrecht 13.9,White,US,"Good price for a clean, briskly acidic Chardonnay of such elegance and balance. Far from a fruit bomb, its pineapple, lime and guava flavors are evened out by minerals and slightly sour lees, and the oak has been minimally applied.",,15,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2010 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2010-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2010,Husch 14.7,Red,US,"Easier to find than Jeriko's Pommard or Dijon bottlings, the Reserve is dark and earthy with mushroom, dark cherry and a tiny bit of spice floating behind the scenes. The 14.7% alcohol level brings this wine into a bigger style of Pinot territory but is welldone and should get even better with time.",Reserve,38,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Jeriko 2010 Reserve Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeriko-2010-reserve-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2010,Jeriko 14,White,Hungary,"Buttery and rich with hints of roasted nuts and vanilla caramel, Sauska's single varietal dry Furmint is undeniably big and oaky, but nicely concentrated on the palate with a bold fruit profile and a bright shower of acidity in the midpalate. Finishes quite long with a whisper of smoke and bitter nut skins",Birsalmás,43,88,Tokaj,,,Sauska 2009 Birsalmás Furmint (Tokaj),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauska-2009-birsalmas-other-white-furmint-tokaj/,Furmint,2009,Sauska 13.5,Red,Spain,"Licorice, tobacco and berry aromas lead to a crisp and zesty palate that is led by acidity and tastes of red plum, apple skins and raspberry. Tight and mildly astringent on the finish, with snap out the door. Drink now.",Secreto Reserva,30,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 2005 Secreto Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2005-secreto-reserva-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2005,Viña Mayor 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Villa Rubini's golden Picolit dessert wine opens with a thick, dense mouthfeel and bright aromas of orange zest, candied fruit and crème caramel. Pair this wine with savory, aged cheese.",,25,88,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Villa Rubini 2009 Picolit (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-rubini-2009-italian-white-picolit-colli-orientali-friuli/,Picolit,2009,Villa Rubini 14,Red,Chile,"This wine consistently scores in the upper 80s. This vintage is dealing hard spice and herbal aromas along with tight-grained oak scents. Fresh but tannic, with bite and juicy, racy flavors of berry matched by woodspice. Fades away with hickory and BBQ flavors.",Grey [Glacier] Single Block,20,88,Maipo Valley,,,Ventisquero 2009 Grey [Glacier] Single Block Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2009-grey-glacier-single-block-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Ventisquero 14.3,Red,US,"Fruity and polished, this broadly appealing red blend is two thirds Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cab Franc and the rest Merlot, from a quartet of Walla Walla Valley vineyards. Smooth and mellow, it's already aging gracefully, with light barrel flavors of toast and caramel.",Roller Girl Jammer Red,19,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),SuLei 2009 Roller Girl Jammer Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sulei-2009-roller-girl-jammer-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,SuLei 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Jammy black cherry and plum aromas and flavors are jazzed up by notes of licorice, bramble and sweet spice. The structure is tight with gripping tannins and medium acidity that shows real staying power through the finish alongside a lovely sweet woody accent.",Touch of Oak,40,88,Tulbagh,,,Rijk's 2009 Touch of Oak Pinotage (Tulbagh),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rijks-2009-touch-oak-pinotage-tulbagh/,Pinotage,2009,Rijk's 13.5,Red,US,"With good acidity, a silky mouthfeel and a dry finish, this is a pretty good Pinot Noir. It's more balanced than many Pinots costing two or three times as much, which makes it a great value. The flavors are of raspberries, cherries and red currants, with a touch of oak.",,13,88,California,California Other,California,Masked Rider 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masked-rider-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Masked Rider 13,Red,Austria,"Tight, dark tannins and meaty flavors suggest a wine that is losing fruit, gaining maturity. There is a distinct dry side while the spice and juicy acidity act as a contrast. It is now ready to drink, great with strong meat dishes.",Leithaberg Rot,,88,Burgenland,,,Tinhof 2006 Leithaberg Rot Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinhof-2006-leithaberg-rot-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2006,Tinhof 14.1,Red,US,"A Merlot-based red blend, aged in American oak (30% new), it's a real palate-pleaser. Strawberries and plums dance into a detailed wine with fine-grained tannins and a pleasing herbal streak. It would be hard to find a more party-friendly red.",,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),The Jack 2009 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/the-jack-2009-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,The Jack 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Among the highest expressions of Extra Dry Prosecco, Giall'Oro opens with very refined, but beautifully intense, aromas of peach, spring flower, citrus and passion fruit. The wine is smooth, creamy and rich on the close.",Giall'Oro Extra Dry,18,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Ruggeri & C. NV Giall'Oro Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-c-nv-gialloro-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-137074/,Glera,,Ruggeri & C. ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A ripe wine with soft tannins, full berry and plum fruits just touched by spice, acidity and a juicy aftertaste. The wine is finely balanced and lightly structured.",Special Reserve,,88,Port,,,Rozes NV Special Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rozes-nv-special-reserve-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Rozes 13,White,France,"The Roux family, based in Saint-Aubin, is a specialist in wines from the villages in the hills above the Côte de Beaune. This full-bodied wine is still closed, wood and peach flavors still emerging. Keep it for 1–2 years to reveal the richness.",Clos des Mollepierres,26,88,Burgundy,Rully,,Roux Père et Fils 2009 Clos des Mollepierres (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2009-clos-mollepierres-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2009,Roux Père et Fils 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"With black fruits, very ripe and sweet, this is a stylish LBV. It is on the fruity side, although with an added substructure of tannin. Soft, rounded and very ready to drink, finishing with perfumed swathes of fruit.",Late Bottled Vintage,20,88,Port,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2007 Late Bottled Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2007-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2007,Quinta de Ventozelo 14.5,Red,US,"Sweet and ripe in black cherries, currants, mocha and cedar, a rich, soft wine that succeeds in captivating the palate. Earns extra points for the fine acid-tannin structure.",,28,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Roth 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roth-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Roth 13.1,White,US,"A playfully rich and creamy version of Muscat Canelli made from grapes in the Clarksburg area between Sacramento and Lodi, an area making its abilities known in terms of growing alternative whites. Banana, vanilla and tones of lemon dominate. An easy quaff with bright acidity.",Heringer Vineyard,18,88,California,Central Valley,Yolo County,Rock Wall 2010 Heringer Vineyard Muscat Canelli (Yolo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2010-heringer-vineyard-muscat-canelli-central-valley-yolo-county/,Muscat Canelli,2010,Rock Wall 14.5,Red,Argentina,"On the bouquet it leans toward ripe and heady but there's also a strong herbal and tomato element that creates a green element. Feels full but choppy and tannic, with berry, tomato and spice flavors. Feels warm on the finish, with herbal shadings. Drink now; Malbec with Cab Sauvignon, Merlot, Cab Franc and Petit Verdot.",Gran Corte VII,44,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pulenta 2008 Gran Corte VII Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pulenta-estate-2008-gran-corte-vii-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Pulenta 12.8,White,US,"Oak dominates this Chardonnay, with buttered toast and butterscotch flavors. Underneath is a ripe wine, with pineapple and tangerine fruit, brightened with crisp acidity. Made in the popular style and pretty good, but the oak is a little too much.",White Hawk Vineyard,28,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Silver 2009 White Hawk Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-2009-white-hawk-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Silver ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An attractively balanced wine, with just a stalky layer, black currant jelly, some herbs as well as spice. The acidity shows through right at the end to give a lift to the firm tannins.",Reserva,,88,Port,,,Lemos & Van Zeller NV Reserva (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemos-van-zeller-nv-reserva-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Lemos & Van Zeller 14.5,Red,Spain,"A powerful specimen that plows straight ahead on the bouquet, dealing out whiffs of rubber, smoke and hickory along the way. Meaty feeling and deep, with roasted blackberry, woodspice and bitter chocolate flavors. Dark and chocolaty on the finish, with a note of bacon.",,15,88,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Pagos del Moncayo 2009 Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pagos-moncayo-2009-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2009,Pagos del Moncayo 13.8,White,US,"A creamy blend of 70% Sémillon and 30% Sauvignon Blanc from a longstanding producer of dozens of wines in the Yorkville Highlands appellation in Mendocino. The wine is rich and layered, tasting of lime and crème brûlée.",Eleanor of Aquitaine,25,88,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Yorkville Cellars 2009 Eleanor of Aquitaine White (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-2009-eleanor-aquitaine-white-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,White Blend,2009,Yorkville Cellars 14.9,Red,US,"Here's a flashy Syrah for drinking now. It does what California does so well, showing rich, sweet raspberry and cherry fruit, chocolate and white pepper flavors, generously oaked, and housed in ripely soft, complex tannins.",River Road Ranch,32,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Trione 2007 River Road Ranch Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trione-2007-river-road-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2007,Trione 14,Red,Argentina,"Smoke, rubber and spice aromas mix with ripe berry scents to form a solid and impressive bouquet. It's thick and saturated but balanced, with harmonious, easy to like flavors of blackberry and cassis. Long and solid on the finish; captures the essence of value-priced Malbec.",Oak Cask,10,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2010 Oak Cask Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2010-oak-cask-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Trapiche 14,Red,Spain,"Spunky up front, with lighter-framed cherry, raspberry and graphite scents as well as a touch of grassy green. The palate is firm and certainly not soft, with lightly herbal red berry, mocha and tobacco flavors. Both sweet and spicy on a crisp, acid-driven finish. Drink now.",Real Reserva,30,88,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Museum 2005 Real Reserva Tempranillo (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/museum-2005-real-reserva-tempranillo-cigales/,Tempranillo,2005,Museum ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A wine that is structured, balanced with its acidity and sweet fruits. The character is very aromatic and textured, full of plum skins and bitter chocolate. The finish has more acidity.",Master's Reserve,19,88,Port,,,Martinez Gassiot NV Master's Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinez-gassiot-nv-masters-reserve-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Martinez Gassiot 13.5,Sparkling,US,"A beautiful wine, in the Iron Horse style, with plenty of ripe fruit balanced with crisp acidity. The lime, strawberry and raspberry flavors have a pleasantly yeasty edge, with a slightly sweet finish.",Wedding Cuvée,38,88,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2007 Wedding Cuvée Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2007-wedding-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Iron Horse 14,Red,Spain,"Clean and penetrating on the nose, with leather and warm berry/cherry aromas. Comes across bright and lively, with good balance and an appealing, easygoing set of wild berry and spice flavors. Shows length and follow-through on the finish. Very good for affordable RDD.",Barrica,16,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Martín Berdugo 2009 Barrica (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-berdugo-2009-barrica-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Martín Berdugo 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Light, airy and dusty on the nose, with apple and melon along with a touch of yeast. The palate is plump and healthy, with a good bead, nice acids and cidery, lightly briney apple and green fruit flavors. Shows some complexity beyond what's normal for Cava.",Winemakers Select,15,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Marques de Monistrol 2007 Winemakers Select Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-monistrol-2007-winemakers-select-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Marques de Monistrol 15.5,Red,US,"In this vintage the M.C.K. (Motor City Kitty) Syrah is sourced from the Milbrandt's Talcott Vineyard, though not labeled as such. It's herbal and fresh, with light and pretty berry fruits. A strong citrus component has been somewhat muted, and this wine is drinking well right now.",M.C.K.,30,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,K Vintners 2008 M.C.K. Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2008-mck-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2008,K Vintners 14.5,Red,US,"From the Lefore Vineyard in the cobblestone-strewn region known as The Rocks. This is home to some of the oldest Sangio in the valley; planted in 1997. Lovely aromatics with a weave of wild berry, leaf, and sour cherry. The tart fruit is set against rather sharp, herbal tannins.",Guido,40,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2008 Guido Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2008-guido-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,2008,K Vintners 13,Red,Uruguay,"Rusty colored and leafy on the nose, with fiery spice notes. This is interesting, dare I say it “old school” wine with core acidity and roughness to the mouthfeel and bold cherry, cola and spice flavors. Gets a bit hot at times, but it's attractive and a well-made wine.",Carquera,,88,San Jose,,,Monte de Luz 2008 Carquera Cabernet Franc (San Jose),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-luz-2008-carquera-cabernet-franc-san-jose/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Monte de Luz 14.2,White,US,"Estate-grown, barrel-fermented, and richly extracted, this young Viognier has not yet shed its sharp edges. The fruit is generous and compact, a mix of peach, apricot and pineapple, with liquorous barrel flavors dominating.",,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Abeja 2010 Viognier (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2010-viognier-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Viognier,2010,Abeja 14.9,Red,US,"This is labeled as Cabernet but is a Bordeaux-style blend that includes small percentages of Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. At the moment the wine is not especially expressive. There are hints of peppery herb in the nose, lightly ripe red fruits, and a pleasing, buttery finish.",,42,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Abeja 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abeja-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Abeja 13,White,US,"Carneros is really the perfect place to grow Albarino, due to its cool climate that lets the grapes ripen yet preserves vital acidity. This is really a fine example. It's juicy in acidity and dry in green apples and limes, with a touch of white flower and a hint of toasty oak.",,26,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2010 Albariño (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2010-albarino-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Albariño,2010,Artesa 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"A late-harvest wine made with aromatic Traminer grapes, Trama opens with a dark brown or copper color and musky aromas of dried hay, candied fruit, apricot, candied orange peel and lemon drops. The sweet, syrupy mouthfeel is washed clean by crisp acidity.",Trama Vendemmia Tardiva,,88,Tuscany,Maremma,,Fortediga 2007 Trama Vendemmia Tardiva Traminer (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortediga-2007-trama-vendemmia-tardiva-other-white-traminer-maremma/,Traminer,2007,Fortediga 13.5,Rose,France,"The price of this entry-level cuvée has crept up over the years, but it remains a very good wine at a realistic price point. Crushed stone on the nose leads into dusty cherry flavors with hints of garrigue. Medium-bodied yet refreshing on the finish. Drink now and over the next 6–9 months.",,18,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,E. Guigal 2010 Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2010-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,E. Guigal 15,Red,US,"Distinctly Californian in the hugeness of the ripe fruit, just massive in blackberries and black cherries, liberally oaked and soft. Not particularly subtle at this time, but could do interesting things in the cellar. No guarantees.",,60,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Highlands 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highlands-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Highlands 14.5,Red,South Africa,"A balanced and well-structured wine, this Merlot expresses attractive aromas of black plum, soft sweet licorice and delicate spice. The mouth is lush and round with soft tannins and a chocolaty finish. Drink now.",,15,88,Western Cape,,,Guardian Peak 2010 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-peak-2010-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2010,Guardian Peak 14,Red,Spain,"Sweet berry aromas blend with dark chocolate and leather on the nose. The palate is proper feeling and well balanced, with oak-driven chocolaty flavors supporting berry fruit. Finishes with a dry, spicy aftertaste.",II Crianza,14,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Covila 2007 II Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covila-2007-ii-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Covila 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Creamy, dense and packed tight with aromas of mature fruit, melon and apricot, this pretty sparkling blend could pair with creamy shrimp risotto or seared tuna. There's a touch of butterscotch and bitter almond on the finish.",Satèn Brut,23,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Cornaleto NV Satèn Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cornaleto-nv-saten-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Cornaleto 14.5,Red,France,"An attractive, Syrah-based blend, Citadelle's 2009 Gouverneur St-Auban leans toward the red berry side of the aroma-flavor spectrum, tinged with cracked pepper. It's creamy on the palate, yet despite that never seems overly rich or weighty. Drink now–2014.",Gouverneur St-Auban,39,88,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Domaine de la Citadelle 2009 Gouverneur St-Auban Red (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-citadelle-2009-gouverneur-st-auban-red-luberon/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de la Citadelle 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Though young, this Pinotage is ready to drink now. Vibrant red fruit aromas and flavors are matched with attractive accents of cocoa powder, light coffee, anise and black pepper. The mouthfeel is smooth but structured with medium acidity and fine but firmly present tannins. Try with grilled lamb chops.",,17,88,Durbanville,,,Diemersdal 2010 Pinotage (Durbanville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diemersdal-2010-pinotage-durbanville/,Pinotage,2010,Diemersdal 12.5,Dessert,Italy,"The full name of this Italian dessert wine is: In my next life, I'll be thin. Pass the Cookies! Whimsical humor aside, the Verduzzo-based wine is made with air-dried grapes for intensely concentrated tones of butterscotch and candied fruit.",Pass the Cookies!,25,88,,Venezia Giulia,,Di Lenardo 2010 Pass the Cookies! Verduzzo (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lenardo-2010-pass-cookies-italian-white-verduzzo-venezia-giulia/,Verduzzo,2010,Di Lenardo 12.5,White,France,"Rich Muscadet, with lemon, green herb and pear flavors, rounded with some tangy weight. There is some density as well as intense acidity. Drink this winter.",Sur Lie,12,88,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Domaine du Fief aux Dames 2010 Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fief-aux-dames-2010-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2010,Domaine du Fief aux Dames 15,Red,France,"Flashy upfront, with hints of garrigue spicing up cedar, vanilla and jammy black cherries and blackberries. This is ripe and round, and maybe even a bit much in terms of fruity concentration. Drink this hedonistic blend of Grenache (60%), Syrah (30%) and Mourvèdre (10%) over the next several years.",Vieilles Vignes Rouge,20,88,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de Nages 2009 Vieilles Vignes Rouge Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nages-2009-vieilles-vignes-rouge-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Nages 14.5,Red,US,"An elegant wine, with nicely framed red berry fruit flavors. Hints of dried herbs and modest tannins put everything in balanced proportion.",Indian Wells,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Indian Wells Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-indian-wells-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13,Red,France,"This wine needs some time to open up in the glass, but once it finally does you'll be greeted with an attractive bouquet loaded with savory herbs, leather, dark chocolate, espresso grinds and black cherry and berry fruit aromas. Dusty tannins and medium acidity frame the solid structure and linger through the long finish. Drink now-2014.",,20,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Château St. Roch de Laurens 2007 Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-roch-laurens-2007-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château St. Roch de Laurens 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This alluring rosé sparkler is laced with delicate aromas of small berry fruit, citrus and fresh rose. In the mouth, the wine feels smooth and silky and offers a playful, refreshing bite of acidity at the end.",Brut Rosé,25,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi NV Brut Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Contadi Castaldi 14.8,Rose,US,"A really nice Provençal-style rosé, based on Grenache and Mourvèdre. The winemaker used no oak, leaving nothing but clean, brisk, slightly sweet raspberry, cherry, bacon and white pepper flavors. With salty ham or sausage foods, this is a great blush wine.",Heritage,18,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2010 Heritage Rosé (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2010-heritage-rose-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rosé,2010,Curtis 13,White,Germany,"This is intriguingly scented stuff, with hints of honey, musk and truffles that come together harmoniously. The flavors run along similar veins, being complex and sweet without being obviously fruity; this is not a dry wine (28.9 g/L residual sugar). Finishes a bit soft; drink now.",Hattenheimer Wisselbrunnen Grosse Lage,66,88,Rheingau,,,Baron Knyphausen 2009 Hattenheimer Wisselbrunnen Grosse Lage Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-knyphausen-2009-hattenheimer-wisselbrunnen-grosse-lage-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Baron Knyphausen 13,White,US,"A lovely, clean Sauvignon Blanc. With no oak, it stars ripe lemon, lime, pineapple, green apple and pear flavors, with the peppery spices the variety displays at its best.",Lazarie,15,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Barber 2009 Lazarie Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barber-2009-lazarie-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Barber 14.4,Red,US,"Give this young Pinot a few years to come around. Right now, it's all sharp acids and primary fruit cherries and raspberries, while the oak sticks out all over the place. Needs time to settle. Better after 2014.",Rosella's Vineyard,75,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Bernardus 2009 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2009-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bernardus ,Red,South Africa,"Named after winemaker Sebastian Beaumont's sister, Ariane, this Bordeaux blend is fresh, fruity, still allowing room for structure. Embracing black cherry flavors dominate, but the wood and tannins are never far away.",Ariane,,88,Walker Bay,,,Beaumont 2004 Ariane Red (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaumont-2004-ariane-red-walker-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Beaumont 14.5,Red,US,"Plenty of sleek character in this well-grown Napa Petite Sirah. Shows lots of class and balance for a variety that can be hard to control. Likeable for its array of fresh, ripe berry, cherry, currant, bacon and spice flavors, and the smoothness of its tannins.",Lot 229,15,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 229 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-229-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,Cameron Hughes 14.4,White,US,"Lots of honey-sweet peach, pear, pineapple and buttered toast flavors in this crisp, clean Viognier. It shows the opulence you expect in this exotic variety.",Savannah Catie's Corner Vineyard,32,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Calicaro 2010 Savannah Catie's Corner Vineyard Viognier (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calicaro-2010-savannah-caties-corner-vineyard-viognier-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Viognier,2010,Calicaro 14,Red,France,"A relatively full-bodied, chunky red with firm tannins, this is a burger wine par excellence, and priced so that you don't feel you've overspent. Slightly herbal overtones mark the black cherry fruit, just enough to impart a savory quality.",In Fine,12,88,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Bourgeois Family 2009 In Fine Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bourgeois-family-2009-in-fine-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Bourgeois Family 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes immature now, with flashy, sweet blackberry, cherry and raspberry jam fruit flavors, and a rich coating of smoky oak. The tannins are complex and impressive. Not showing well now because it's so direct, but it's possible that six years in the cellar will begin to bring about secondary bottle character.",,55,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,ZD 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,ZD 15,Dessert,Italy,"Hermes is made with air-dried Moscato grapes on the beautiful island of Sardinia. The amber-colored wine is redolent of candied fruit, butterscotch, caramel, orange zest and honey. Dried ginger and sharp resin characterize the close.",Hermes,38,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Tenute Soletta 2006 Hermes Moscato (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-soletta-2006-hermes-muscat-moscato-isola-nuraghi/,Moscato,2006,Tenute Soletta 14.2,Red,US,"The 2009 vintage for Mendocino Pinot Noir is considered a standout. This Waits-Mast Pinot shows a deftness with cool-climate fruit, for this is definitely a bright, classic, more restrained version of California Pinot. The wine has a delightful, deep red cherry note enveloping it and all the earthy mushroom one comes to expect from Mendocino. Very drinkable now with room to grow in the bottle a few more years.",Oppenlander Vineyard,44,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Waits-Mast 2009 Oppenlander Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waits-mast-2009-oppenlander-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Waits-Mast 13,White,Spain,"Simple and airy on the nose, with melon, apple and citrus notes. It's spritzy, healthy and citrusy in the mouth, with comfortable, familiar pineapple and melon flavors. Holds steady on the finish. Very nice for immediate drinking.",Limited Release,15,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Vionta 2010 Limited Release Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vionta-2010-limited-release-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Vionta 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A celebrated vintage from an estate that consistently delivers quality at attractive prices, this Riserva sparkling wine is packed with Golden Delicious apple, vanilla cream, apricot and toasted nut. There's a sassy touch of clove on the close.",Riserva Talento,18,89,,Trentino,,Rotari 2004 Riserva Talento Sparkling (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-2004-riserva-talento-sparkling-trentino/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Rotari 12.5,White,France,"A fine expression of mineral Sauvignon Blanc, very textured with green herb and fruit skins giving a tense shape to a wine that could age. It's finely balanced, the refreshing acidity cutting right through the wine.",Les Belles Côtes,30,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Roger et Didier Raimbault 2010 Les Belles Côtes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-didier-raimbault-2010-belles-cotes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Roger et Didier Raimbault 14.5,Red,Chile,"Cola, spice, peppercorn and compost aromas are present and accounted for. Firm, structured and tannic across the tongue, with refined but powerful herb, blackberry, carob and spiced flavors. A lush and generous wine with mocha and herbal notes on the finish. Only 200 cases made.",Q,25,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Quintay 2010 Q Syrah (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintay-2010-q-shiraz-syrah-syrah-casablanca-valley/,Syrah,2010,Quintay 14.26,Red,US,"People will love this Cab Sauvignon-Merlot blend (60%-40%) that's got bright red fruit, mostly cherry and raspberry, finished with a tinge of cocoa.",Ralphi's Red Blend,29,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Nottingham Cellars 2008 Ralphi's Red Blend Red (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nottingham-cellars-2008-ralphis-red-blend-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Nottingham Cellars 14.8,Red,US,"NH is making a heritage blend here from 50% Carignane, 30% Zinfandel from the Big John Vineyard and 20% Petite Sirah from Dalton Vineyard, all grown in Calaveras County. Superfull in body and texture, the blend is high in ripe raspberry and plum, Zin-spicy with savory cedar and smokiness too.",The Deviant,42,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Newsome-Harlow 2009 The Deviant Red (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2009-deviant-red-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Red Blend,2009,Newsome-Harlow 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Beautifully pale and bright, this feminine rosé sparkling wine delivers aromas of wild berry, forest floor, toasted nut and pink grapefruit. There's a sharp note of bitter almond on the long finish.",Brut Rosé,29,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Montenisa NV Brut Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montenisa-nv-brut-rose-pinot-nero-franciacorta-124812/,Pinot Nero,,Montenisa 12,White,New Zealand,"James Millton's Chenin Blanc is a unique Kiwi classic, and displays the variety's hallmark wooly character. It's buoyed by apple and melon notes, finishing with citrusy acids.",Te Arai Vineyard,24,89,Gisborne,,,Millton 2007 Te Arai Vineyard Chenin Blanc (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millton-2007-te-arai-vineyard-chenin-blanc-gisborne/,Chenin Blanc,2007,Millton 14,Red,Italy,"It took a couple of minutes for the smelly chemical aromas to disipate, but afterwards it showed a good deal of ripe fruit, earth and smoked meat. On the palate it proved to be soft and chunky, with most of the flavors at the front, and although the flavors were not as intense in the mid palate, they did return and the wine ended with a pleasant medium finish.",Cannubi,90,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Michele Chiarlo 2003 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2003-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Michele Chiarlo 13,Red,France,"With some firm tannins and considerable red fruit juiciness, this is a wine that combines a good fruity character with a solid structure. The balancing side is the acidity and very fresh finish.",,21,89,Beaujolais,Saint-Amour,,Domaine de Billards 2009 Saint-Amour,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-billards-2009-gamay-saint-amour/,Gamay,2009,Domaine de Billards 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Chardonnay grapes star in this rich bubbly. It's attractive in pear, orange, papaya and toast flavors, with a fine edge of sourdough yeast. The bubbles are a little scoury, but otherwise this is a good price for a vintage sparkling wine.",Blanc de Blancs,24,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2006 Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2006-blanc-blancs-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Gloria Ferrer 12,White,France,,Altenberg de Bergheim Grand Cru,125,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2004 Altenberg de Bergheim Grand Cru White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2004-altenberg-bergheim-grand-cru-white-alsace/,Alsace white blend,2004,Domaine Marcel Deiss 14.6,Red,US,"Gianelli's first attempt with this Italian variety is all that one expects from an Aglianico that is meant to be deep, dark and dense, all chocolate and cherries, tight yet bright. Save it a few years for when you're next having osso bucco.",,28,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Tuolumne County,Gianelli 2009 Aglianico (Tuolumne County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianelli-2009-italian-red-aglianico-sierra-foothills-tuolumne-county/,Aglianico,2009,Gianelli 13,Red,France,"Smooth and rich wine with fresh blackberry fruits and a hint of raisins. The wine relishes both its acidity and its ripe fruit character, the tannins giving an attractive final support.",En Pressins,,89,Beaujolais,Saint-Amour,,Gaël Martin 2009 En Pressins (Saint-Amour),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gael-martin-2009-en-pressins-gamay-saint-amour/,Gamay,2009,Gaël Martin 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A blend of Chardonnay (80%), Pinot Bianco and Pinot Nero, this Brut Franciacorta offers peachy, floral aromas and excellent density and richness on the palate. A hint of dried sage and almond on the close gives it extra appeal.",Brut,25,89,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-124823/,Sparkling Blend,,Contadi Castaldi 14,Red,Chile,"True Maipo aromas of tobacco, eucalyptus, earth and herbal berry lead to a full and rugged palate with plenty of tannic grip and loads of black fruit, cassis and chocolate flavors. Long and more chocolaty on the finish, with a touch of medicinality.",Antiguas Reservas,18,89,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2009 Antiguas Reservas Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2009-antiguas-reservas-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Cousiño-Macul 14.8,Red,US,"Always a Rhône-style blend, this latest version of McCrea's non sequitur puts the emphasis on Syrah, Mourvèdre and Cinsault. At first it smells a little pruney, but in the mouth it layers in cola and chocolate, and the fruit keeps on trucking and does not fade or fail. Prime time drinking right now.",Non Sequitur,20,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,McCrea Cellars NV Non Sequitur Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-nv-non-sequitur-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,,McCrea Cellars 12,Sparkling,Italy,"From the Alta Langa area of northern Italy, this classic method sparkling wine (made with Pinot Nero and Chardonnay) offers a delicate touch of stone fruit and citrus followed by creamy effervescence. This smooth and elegant wine would pair beautifully with appetizers.",Cuvée Aurora Talento,,88,Piedmont,Alta Langa,,Vigne Regali 2004 Cuvée Aurora Talento Sparkling (Alta Langa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigne-regali-2004-cuvee-aurora-talento-sparkling-alta-langa/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Vigne Regali 12,White,France,"A well-balanced off-dry Vouvray. It has almond as well as ripe pear and apple flavors, laced with the acidity of 2010, although never losing its delicate sweetness. This should age for 3–4 years. Screwcap.",Demi-Sec,16,88,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Moncontour 2010 Demi-Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-2010-demi-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Château Moncontour 16.1,Red,US,"If the label is to be believed, this pure Merlot, from a relatively cool site in a relatively cool year, tops 16% alcohol. The flavors reflect that; a thick mix of tar, smoke, asphalt, espresso and coffee grounds. Buried in there is some black cherry fruit, but it is definitely the barrel flavors and the alcohol that dominate.",Conner Lee Vineyard,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2008 Conner Lee Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2008-conner-lee-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,:Nota Bene 13.5,White,US,"Shows the brilliantly etched fruit and brisk acidity that mark an Edna Valley white wine. Tremendous in citrus and wintergreen flavors, its mouth-cleansing quality makes it ideal for an appetizer. Or try with Asian-style poultry and pork dishes.",,13,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2010-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-edna-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Tangent 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,There's a spicy element of clove or cinnamon (25% of the wine is aged in oak) that is followed by stone fruit and bitter almond. Tonic effervescence and crisp acidity would help pair this wine with quiche.,Brut,20,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Cà del Vént NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-vent-nv-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Cà del Vént 14,Red,France,"Fenouillet is better for its Beaumes de Venise, but this is a silky, supple charmer, a blend of 60% Grenache, 35% Syrah and 5% Carignan that's round yet tender in the mouth, delivering ample cherry fruit. Drink now–2014.",Oversant,,87,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Domaine de Fenouillet 2009 Oversant Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fenouillet-2009-oversant-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de Fenouillet 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Rich and ripe, with tasty lime, strawberrry and yeast flavors that finish sweet and spicy. The bubbles are a bit clunky, but otherwise it's a nice brut.",Brut Cuvée,22,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia NV Brut Cuvée Sparkling (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-nv-brut-cuvee-sparkling-arroyo-grande-valley-140603/,Sparkling Blend,,Laetitia 13.5,Red,Italy,"A modernist take on Barbara. Nose shows a good deal of dark ripe fruit, skirting the edge of overripeness. On the palate, it is fat and chunky, with quite intense fruit compote flavors, and just enough acidity to hold it together. Friendly and quaffable.",Gaiana,27,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Malgra 2003 Gaiana (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malgra-2003-gaiana-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2003,Malgra 13.5,Red,Chile,"A chewy Syrah that's still fresh and balanced. The nose is deep and rubbery, with crusty black fruit aromas. Lush and fruity on the palate, which brings blackberry, fig and olive flavors. Smooth and lightly herbal tasting come finishing time.",Reserva,11,87,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2010 Reserva Syrah (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2010-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-rapel-valley/,Syrah,2010,Santa Carolina ,Red,US,"Firm, tart berry fruit, annotated with dried herb and leaf. The tannins are nicely smoothed out, though the wine finishes with a slightly chalky aftertaste.",Red,,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),O 2007 Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-2007-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,O 15.5,Dessert,Italy,"The popular dry red wine, Sagrantino di Montefalco, was originally born as a sweet sacramental wine much like this expression from Fongoli. Sweet overtones of dried currant and cassis are backed by a thick wall of jackhammer tannins.",Passito,37,87,Central Italy,Montefalco Sagrantino,,Fongoli 2006 Passito (Montefalco Sagrantino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fongoli-2006-passito-italian-red-sagrantino-montefalco-sagrantino/,Sagrantino,2006,Fongoli 14.7,Red,US,"Sweet and delicious, like a cherry and raspberry granola candy bar, with toasted almonds, brown sugar and cinnamon flavors. There's fine acidity and an exotic spiciness. Drink now.",Estate Bottled,49,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fog Crest 2009 Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-crest-2009-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Fog Crest 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Shockingly good for $10 Argentine Pinot. It's easy on the nose, with milk chocolate and raspberry aromas. The palate is juicy, tight and well balanced, with lightly roasted plum fruit, spice and mild barrel notes. Dry, spicy and honest on the finish.",Momentos del Valle,10,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gouguenheim Winery 2010 Momentos del Valle Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gouguenheim-winery-2010-momentos-valle-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2010,Gouguenheim Winery ,Red,US,"An attractive wine. Dry and tannic, it's made rich by complex flavors of red and black cherries, cola, licorice, bacon and smoky sandalwood. Needs a good steak, and a little decanting won't hurt.",Le Thief,30,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Edward Sellers 2006 Le Thief Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edward-sellers-2006-le-thief-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Edward Sellers 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Crisp cherry aromas come with smoke and dryness. The palate is healthy, smooth and offers a good bubble bead in front of toasty raspberry and chocolate flavors. Dry and spicy on the finish; fresh and lively as a whole.",Cordon Rosado Brut,12,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Cordon Rosado Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-rosado-brut-sparkling-cava-139407/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 13,Red,Spain,"Jammy and granular smelling at first, then charred aromas rise up and take over. The palate is round and healthy, with forward berry, plum, herb and barrel flavors. Finishes toasty and chocolaty, with drying tannins and a lot of spice flavor.",Crianza,20,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Fernández de Piérola 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fernandez-pierola-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Fernández de Piérola 13,Red,Spain,"Opens with leathery aromas suggestive of animal hide along with a leafy element and nuttiness. Airing reveals a compact, medium-intensity palate with baked, roasted, fairly sweet berry flavors. Finishes sweet and mildly leafy.",Reserva,30,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Fernández de Piérola 2004 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fernandez-pierola-2004-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Fernández de Piérola 13.5,White,Spain,"This 100% Albariño from Ribeiro shows light orange blossom aromas. It's chunky and almost chewy, with lightly pithy citrus flavors and roundness to the palate. Finishes a touch pithy and bitter, with white pepper notes. May already be starting to fade; drink right away.",X,28,87,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Coto de Gomariz 2010 X Albariño (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-gomariz-2010-x-albarino-ribeiro/,Albariño,2010,Coto de Gomariz 13.5,White,Spain,"A little wheaty and bready on the nose, with mild pear accents. The palate is round, simple and slightly oily in texture, with peach and melon flavors. Finishes solid, with white pepper notes and pith.",Blanco,25,87,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Coto de Gomariz 2010 Blanco White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-gomariz-2010-blanco-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2010,Coto de Gomariz 13.5,White,US,"An offbeat blend of several white varieties including Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier. It's a little on the sweet, simple side, with spicy flavors of apricots, honeysuckle flowers, citrus fruits, vanilla bean and gingersnap cookies. Should be pretty good with Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese fare.",,22,87,California,California Other,California,Conundrum 2010 White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conundrum-2010-white-other/,White Blend,2010,Conundrum ,Red,France,"Subtle cinnamon and clove notes are layered over dark fruit in this easy-drinking red. It's plummy and spicy on the palate, even showing some peppery nuances and soft, well-ripened tannins, yet still gives an impression of rusticity. Drink now–2015.",Rhône Paradox Rouge,,87,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Mas Neuf 2009 Rhône Paradox Rouge Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mas-neuf-2009-rhone-paradox-rouge-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château Mas Neuf 15.4,White,US,"Sweet and powerful in toasted oak and ripe fruit, this Chardonnay brims with pineapple jam, lemon custard, buttered toast, caramel corn and vanilla bean flavors, in a creamy texture.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arrowood 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Arrowood 14.6,White,US,"McFadden's SB is a fine, easy drinker, light in weight and feel, like a lemon custard in summer. Have it with fish or chicken and be happy.",,16,87,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,McFadden 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcfadden-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,McFadden 13.8,Red,US,"Scents suggest sweet grain and cracker ahead of thinly defined red fruit, and flavors follow. Light and slightly grapey, this is best consumed young.",Conner Lee Vineyard,22,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2009 Conner Lee Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2009-conner-lee-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Arbor Crest 14,Red,Chile,"Dark fruit aromas carry the bouquet, which is compact and clean even if it loses potency with airing. Shows good texture and acidity to support herbal, traditional flavors of blackberry, plum and fig. Dry, lightly herbal and likable on the finish.",Reserva,11,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2010 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2010-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Apaltagua 11,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a very fresh and tonic element to this lively Italian sparkler that helps keep the palate refreshed throughout cocktail hour. You'll also encounter a drying mineral element along with peach, citrus and white melon.",Dirupo Extra Dry,10,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Andreola NV Dirupo Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreola-nv-dirupo-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Andreola 13,Red,France,"Dominated by red fruits, this wine also has the structure of 2010. It is firm and concentrated while always fruity and accessible. It could be kept for a few months, but really is ready to drink now.",Château de Saint-Lager,15,87,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Château de Pizay 2010 Château de Saint-Lager (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pizay-2010-saint-lager-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2010,Château de Pizay 14,Red,Spain,"Dark and a touch rubbery smelling, but overall it's straightforward. Fresh, lively and lifted on the palate, with sweet, mildly candied plum and blackberry flavors. Nice for a regular wine because it doesn't overreach. Super easy to drink.",Viña Gormaz,12,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Gormaz 2010 Viña Gormaz (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-gormaz-2010-vina-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2010,Bodegas Gormaz 13.9,Red,Spain,"Not as rich and fruity as most Lurton wines from Toro, which we think reflects the cooler, wetter conditions of the '07 vintage. The nose is definitively red in nature, with spice and raspberry, while the palate is fairly tight and generic. Finishes with grab and astringency along with the taste of milk chocolate.",,35,87,Northern Spain,Toro,,Campo Alegre 2007 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-alegre-2007-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2007,Campo Alegre 16.5,Red,US,"Here's a robust, lusty young Zinfandel, brimming with briary, fresh fruity flavors of wild raspberries and cherries, liberally spiced and smoothly tannic. Good price for such a Zin to drink with roasts and barbecue.",Lot 243,13,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 243 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-243-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Cameron Hughes 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Made with Pinot Nero grapes, this Brut Rosé sparkling wine offers delicate aromas of rose petal and raspberry followed by a creamy texture and bright freshness. Pair this wine with cooked prunes wrapped in smoked ham.",Brut Rosé,25,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Castelveder NV Brut Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelveder-nv-brut-rose-pinot-nero-franciacorta-124833/,Pinot Nero,,Castelveder 14.6,Red,US,"Lots of oak and ripe fruit in this flashy Cabernet. Too much of both, in fact. Explodes in blackberries, cassis, buttered toast and caramel, wrapped into the ripest, sweetest tannins imaginable. But beyond the obvious palate flattery, there's not a whole lot going on.",,49,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Castello di Amorosa 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-amorosa-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Castello di Amorosa 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A sweet, floral note of peach blossom or honeysuckle opens the nose of this bright and luminous sparkling wine. It's soft, creamy and rich in the mouth thanks to the creamy nature of the perlage.",Oris Cuvée Dry,21,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Villa Sandi NV Oris Cuvée Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-oris-cuvee-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-137081/,Glera,,Villa Sandi 13.5,Red,Italy,"A successful showing for this 2005 Barbera; although at first it showed some interesting complexity, but was short on fruit. Over the next ten minutes, the fruit began to come through, and mixed with pencil lead and a touch of oak. Likeable, it has a big, happy chunky personality and seems tailor made for a good, charred ribeye straight from the barbecue.",Tre Vigne,16,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Vietti 2005 Tre Vigne (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2005-tre-vigne-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2005,Vietti 13.8,Red,US,"A single-clone, single-vineyard, estate wine. Released young, it is oaky, liquorous and sharply volatile. Plenty of plum and sweet berry fruit flavors suggest a wine with the power to age, but at the moment it has not come together, and has a vinegary bite to the finish.",Six,50,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2009 Six Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2009-six-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Gordon Brothers ,Red,US,"This is a carefully made Cabernet, 100% varietal, with light and clean fruit flavors of plum and cherry. The mix of French and American oak (how new unspecified) is lightly applied, and the wine is nicely balanced, but no blockbuster.",,35,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Glencorrie 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glencorrie-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Glencorrie 13.5,Red,US,"Shows the soft, sensual mouthfeel you want in a nice Merlot, like silk gliding across the tongue, and the cherry and herb flavors are just fine. Misses some depth and complexity, but it's an elegant, restaurant-style wine for the money.",,21,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Franciscan 13.6,Red,US,"A fine, herbaceous Cab Franc from the South Coast, woody and chocolaty with complex fruit and ponderable length.",33 Degrees North Gracie Hill Vineyard,33,87,California,South Coast,South Coast,Fallbrook 2008 33 Degrees North Gracie Hill Vineyard Cabernet Franc (South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fallbrook-2008-33-degrees-north-gracie-hill-vineyard-cabernet-franc-south-coast/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Fallbrook 13.5,Red,Chile,"Generally ripe, clean and fresh. Smells pure and spicy, with blackberry aromas setting up a crisp palate. Tastes a little herbal as do almost all Chilean Merlots, but the berry fruit and spice elements are uncompromised and uncomplicated. A likable value Merlot.",Estate Reserva,12,87,Curicó Valley,,,Errazuriz 2010 Estate Reserva Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2010-estate-reserva-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2010,Errazuriz ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"On the dry side, with tannins and bitter chocolate. The wine is full and ripe, quite dense in character, some sweetness as well as acidity.",Ruby Reserve,,87,Port,,,Quinta da Prelada NV Ruby Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-prelada-nv-ruby-reserve-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta da Prelada 14.5,Red,Chile,"Earthy and leafy up front, with tobacco and olive aromas in addition to berry and cherry. Full and showing a fierce grip on the palate due to rough tannins. Tastes of cassis and medicinal red berry fruits, and that's followed by a lively, long finish.",,20,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Primus 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primus-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Primus 13.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with jumpy, punchy plum and black cherry aromas that seem a touch candied. It's big, grabby and tannic on the palate, with sweet plum, blackberry and foxy flavors. Grapey, thick and loaded with fruit.",Tinto,14,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Mibal 2009 Tinto (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mibal-2009-tinto-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Mibal 14.3,Red,US,"A broody and juicy warm-climate Syrah that's nicely in balance, clean and tastes like fruit, all at a very attractive $16. Syrah is blended with 8% Cabernet Sauvignon.",,16,87,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,Matchbook 2008 Syrah (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matchbook-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Syrah,2008,Matchbook 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Cheerful bubbling and a luminous appearance give this Prosecco Superiore a very encouraging start. The wine follows to the mouth with dry flavors of pressed flower and hay and a touch of peachy sweetness on the finish.,Vigna del Paradiso Extra Dry,20,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Montesel NV Vigna del Paradiso Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montesel-nv-vigna-paradiso-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Montesel 17,Red,Italy,"This is a big wine both in terms of consistency and alcohol (17%). In fact, it's too big in many respects and it's hard to image what foods can stand up to this power. The wine is redolent of brambly sour notes of earth and forest floor and there's a touch of bitter astringency on the close.",Costa delle Corone,110,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monteci 2006 Costa delle Corone (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteci-2006-costa-delle-corone-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Monteci 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This luminous vintage-dated sparkling wine from northeast Italy recalls the freshness and ease of the popular Prosecco category. Cut grass, spring flower, talc powder and citrus form the bright bouquet.",Brut Millesimato,,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Moletto 2008 Brut Millesimato Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2008-brut-millesimato-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Moletto 13,White,France,"Soft and rounded, this is an open style of Chardonnay from one of the great white wine values in the Côte d'Or of Burgundy. The wine has richness, wood layers, flavors of peach, herbs and vanilla. It is attractively ready to drink now.",,26,87,Burgundy,Rully,,Pierre André 2009 Rully,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2009-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2009,Pierre André 14.3,White,US,"With pineapple, green apple and lime flavors brightened by crisp acidity, this Chardonnay is totally dry, although it picks up some sweetness from oak barrels. It's not very complex. But it is clean and elegant.",Sonoma Stage Vineyard,36,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Peters Family 2008 Sonoma Stage Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peters-family-2008-sonoma-stage-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Peters Family 14.5,Red,US,"Lots to admire in this wine, from the smooth, complex tannins to the classic blackberry and cassis flavors. However, it's very acidic, surprising the palate with the sting of a jellyfish. Hard to predict its future.",Hillside Reserve,75,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Oberon 2008 Hillside Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oberon-2008-hillside-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Oberon 14.5,Red,Spain,"Tight and gritty on the bouquet, with licorice and herbal aromas. Comes across hard and tannic in the mouth, with blackberry and herbal flavors. Tannic like nails on the finish, with lemony oak notes.",Spiga,31,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,O. Fournier 2008 Spiga (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2008-spiga-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2008,O. Fournier 13.5,Red,US,"Ripe and sweet in chocolate and blackberries, this is a Cabernet made for drinking now with rich fare, such as short ribs. It's soft in both tannins and acids, which makes it instantly appealing.",Red Label,28,87,California,Napa,Napa County,Newton 2009 Red Label Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2009-red-label-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Newton 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A fine California bubbly, soft and luxurious in the finesse of its bubbles. The orange, strawberry and vanilla cream flavors are overtly sweet, making this a good partner for wedding cake.",Cuvée M,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Cuvée M Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-cuvee-m-sparkling-napa-valley-139722/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A good, scoury sparkler, with nice citrus, vanilla and toast flavors and a whistle-clean finish. The bubbles are a little rough.",Brut Reserve,36,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Brut Reserve Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-brut-reserve-sparkling-napa-valley-139719/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa 6,Sparkling,Italy,"Despite its strange name, Bug Juice is a soft, plush, sweet Moscato with musky notes of soapy flower and scented candle. It shows beautiful elegance and careful craftsmanship.",Bug Juice,20,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Rinaldi 2010 Bug Juice (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rinaldi-2010-bug-juice-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2010,Rinaldi ,Red,US,"A big and oaky style, liquorous and full-flavored from the start. This is spot-on varietally, the fruit sourced from the Zerba Vineyards, and has a nice run through the midpalate with purple berry fruits and plenty of new oak. It turns a little chalky in the finish.",,40,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Chateau Walla Walla 2008 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-walla-walla-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Chateau Walla Walla 13.5,Red,US,"Co-fermented with Viognier (for the first time at Ste. Michelle), this aims for a brighter, softer style of Syrah. It's plenty soft, pleasantly accessible, and lightly toasty. The smoothness seems to have eliminated some of the brightness, the hills and valleys that make Syrah so distinctive in Washington.",,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.2,White,US,"Impressive, but too sweet for comfort, despite great streamlining acidity that keeps the finish clean. Tastes like sugared orange tea and pineapple jam, with the buttered toast and caramel of oak. Earns extra points for minerality and structure.",VGS,45,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Château Potelle 2010 VGS Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-2010-vgs-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Château Potelle ,Red,France,"Rich and powerful, with firm tannins, this chunky, muscular red would pair well with burgers or steaks off the grill. Hints of herb and leather accent the ripe cherry fruit. Drink now–2016.",Séraphin,,87,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Domaine des Anges 2009 Séraphin Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-anges-2009-seraphin-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine des Anges 14.3,Red,US,"Pleasant red fruits awash in chocolaty oak craft an accessible, broadly open Syrah. Though it seems a bit generic, it is balanced and tasty; a good bottle for near-term drinking with simple grilled meats.",,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Coeur d'Alene 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coeur-dalene-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Coeur d'Alene 12.5,Red,US,"Foresty pine and wet earth notes linger on the nose of Clovis Point's Cab Franc, adding a touch of rusticity to pure, pristine cranberry flavors on the palate. Soft, furry tannins and a warm, spicy note lead to a fairly long finish.",,25,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Clovis Point 2007 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clovis-point-2007-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Clovis Point ,White,US,"This non-vintage blend of Sémillon, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, and Sylvaner does not simply turn generic. Off-dry and nicely balanced, it captures some special nuance of each component grape – flower, clay, stone fruit and bracing acidity.",Farmhouse White,10,87,America,,,David Hill NV Farmhouse White White (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-nv-farmhouse-white-america/,White Blend,,David Hill 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This beautiful vintage-dated Prosecco offers layers of delicate floral, peach and citrus like intensity. There's a touch of sweetness in the mouth that adds a layer of plush softness to the finish.",Millesimo Extra Dry,18,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bianca Vigna 2010 Millesimo Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianca-vigna-2010-millesimo-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Bianca Vigna 14.5,Red,US,"Surprisingly rich and complex for an under-$20 Merlot, and could even gain with a year or two in the cellar. It's dry and smooth in tannins, with delicious cherry, tobacco, spice and sweet oak flavors.",,19,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benziger 2007 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2007-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2007,Benziger 14,Red,Spain,"Mint, herbs, tree bark and plum aromas settle fairly well. The mouthfeel is solid and full, setting the stage for dark berry, vanilla and rooty flavors. Transitions to mocha and coffee on the finish. A blend of Garnacha, Carignan and Syrah.",Gran Sangre de Toro Reserva,17,87,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Torres 2008 Gran Sangre de Toro Reserva Red (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2008-gran-sangre-toro-reserva-red-catalunya/,Red Blend,2008,Torres 15.1,Red,US,"A gigantic, tannic monster of a Zin with full fruit flavors of cranberry, ripe plum and plenty of oak. Well-made for certain, with cigar and licorice.",ReZerve,24,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2008 ReZerve Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2008-rezerve-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Sobon Estate 14.1,Red,US,"Superripe fruit marks this delicious Syrah. It bursts with raspberry, cherry, chocolate and bacon flavors. The tannins are as rich as Napa gets, but very soft and melted. It's made at the upper tier level of the modern style of instant appeal.",Estate Grown and Bottled,42,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2009 Estate Grown and Bottled Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2009-estate-grown-bottled-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2009,Signorello 12.5,White,Chile,"Petrol leads the nose, which also deals pear and melon in a solid facsimile of Alsace. The palate is lemony and cut by streaking acidity, while the flavors of citrus run tart and monotone. Finishes zesty, with green apple and lemon.",T.H. Lo Abarca,20,87,San Antonio,,,Undurraga 2010 T.H. Lo Abarca Riesling (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2010-th-lo-abarca-riesling-san-antonio/,Riesling,2010,Undurraga 13.8,White,US,"Good price for a Sauvignon Blanc this nice to pair with food. It's basically dry, although you'll find a honeyed richness around the lemon, lime and green apple flavors, as well as plenty of savory acidity that gets those tastebuds watering.",Honker Blanc,14,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tudal 2010 Honker Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudal-2010-honker-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Tudal 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Santa Margherita has taken great strides to break into different wines other than its flagship Pinot Grigio. This Extra Dry Prosecco Superiore shows quality and personality with slightly sweet touches of grapefruit and peach spread throughout.,Extra Dry,,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Santa Margherita NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-margherita-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Santa Margherita ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Very jammy aromas here, while the wine is ripe and full. It has a soft character, all plum and blackberry flavors, the tannins just showing at the end to balance.",Founder's Reserve,,87,Port,,,Sandeman NV Founder's Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandeman-nv-founders-reserve-port-142111/,Port,,Sandeman ,Red,Chile,"Dark and dense, with prune-like aromas. It's powerful and forward, with fudge, plum and blackberry flavors on a full, mildly tannic frame. Finishes with clamp-down bite and flavors of burnt toast and chocolate. Could stand to show more character and less generic black fruit.",1865 Single Vineyard,19,87,Maule Valley,,,San Pedro 2007 1865 Single Vineyard Malbec (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2007-1865-single-vineyard-malbec-maule-valley/,Malbec,2007,San Pedro 11,Sparkling,Italy,This wonderfully cheerful Italian sparkling wine would make a wonderful companion to Thai spring rolls or coconut fried shrimp. Sweet fruit flavors of peach and grapefruit are enhanced by foamy perlage.,Santo Stefano Dry,19,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Ruggeri & C. NV Santo Stefano Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-c-nv-santo-stefano-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Ruggeri & C. 12.5,Red,US,Scents of wine-soaked prunes and Armagnac are tempting on this Merlot blend. Soft tannins and a crisp acidity frame a palate full of concentrated black cherry fruit flecked with tobacco and dried herbs.,,24,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,T'Jara 2007 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tjara-2007-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2007,T'Jara 13.5,Red,Chile,"This is a crisp, spicy, fully oaked Pinot with raspberry, herb and toast aromas. Racy and zesty on the palate, and full of zingy, red-tilting pie cherry, plum and raspberry flavors. Turns oakier and toastier late, with caramel balanced by residual acidity on the finish.",Reserva,16,87,Casablanca Valley,,,TerraNoble 2010 Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2010-reserva-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,TerraNoble ,Red,US,"There is some volatility in the nose, along with strong scents of the new French oak. But the flavors are substantial and bring tart fruit with black olive, toast and coffee highlights. The acidity seems chalky, but it's a noticeable improvement from previous vintages.",,35,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Sweet Valley 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sweet-valley-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Sweet Valley 14.2,Red,US,"Shows a lovely Pinot Noir texture, feeling silky smooth and light in the mouth, with a nice scour of acidity. The raspberry and cola flavors are a little simple, but tasty.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sebastiani 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Sebastiani 12.5,Rose,Hungary,"Perfectly dry, yet bursting with pure, ripe red fruit, Sauska's rosé would be a refreshingly easy apéritif to be enjoyed anytime of the year. Made with a hefty dose of Blaufränkisch, it's clean and fresh on the palate with pretty wildflower notes and zippy sour cherry acidity.",,19,87,Villány,,,Sauska 2010 Rosé (Villány),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauska-2010-rose-villany/,Rosé,2010,Sauska 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Starts out with doughy yeast and heft on the nose. The palate is round and fairly smooth, with nice lemon-lime and nectarine flavors. Finishes lasting and solid, with freshness along with slightly candied, friendly flavors.",MM Masia 1882 Selección Especial Brut,10,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Mas de Monistrol NV MM Masia 1882 Selección Especial Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-monistrol-nv-mm-masia-1882-seleccion-especial-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,1882,Mas de Monistrol 14.6,Red,US,"On the plus sde, this Pinot is dry and lightly silky, and shows spicy cherry, rosehip tea, cola and sandalwood flavors. It's not the most complicated wine ever, but a nice, clean wine to drink now.",Reserve,30,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Martin Ray 2010 Reserve Pinot Noir (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2010-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2010,Martin Ray 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Light apple and spice aromas are simple, straightforward and appealing. The palate shows good balance, freshness and tasty flavors of candied pineapple and orange. Finishes juicy and correct.",Selección Especial Brut,10,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Marques de Monistrol NV Selección Especial Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-monistrol-nv-seleccion-especial-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Marques de Monistrol 13.5,Red,France,"Showing definite maturity, this remains a solid, chunky wine. It has richness as well as a light structure of acidity and raspberries. It is very ready to drink now.",Réserve Caveau Vieilles Vignes,26,87,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Loron et Fils 2005 Réserve Caveau Vieilles Vignes (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loron-fils-2005-reserve-caveau-vieilles-vignes-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2005,Loron et Fils 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Cool, crisp and focused, this Extra Dry Prosecco offers notes of lemon zest, peach and pear followed by creamy bubbling. Pair this wine with spicy Indian appetizers.",Millesimo Extra Dry,14,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Le Manzane 2010 Millesimo Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-manzane-2010-millesimo-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Le Manzane 14,Red,France,"Shows a bit of struck match character on the nose, but nothing that a quick splash decanting won't solve. Once past that, this 50-50 blend of Grenache and Syrah displays a lively mix of herbs and cherries, supple tannins and a long, easygoing finish.",Le Domaine,17,87,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Le Grand Vallat 2009 Le Domaine Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-grand-vallat-2009-domaine-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Le Grand Vallat 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This vintage aged Brut Prosecco offers a sophisticated twist of mature melon and apricot lavished over a creamy, soft mouthfeel. Pair this wine with spicy barbecue chicken wings.",Matiú Brut,23,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,L'Antica Quercia 2010 Matiú Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantica-quercia-2010-matiu-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,L'Antica Quercia 13,White,France,"A superrich wine, full of apricot and Golden Delicious apples, with a touch of wood that rounds out the chalky, mineral texture. The wine is a delicious balance between ripe fruit and structure, ready to drink.",Vallon d'Or,20,87,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Labouré-Roi 2009 Vallon d'Or (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2009-vallon-dor-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2009,Labouré-Roi 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Opens with prickly, slightly stemmy aromas. The palate, however, is smooth and round, with chunkiness and roasted flavors of raspberry and plum that are true to warm-climate Pinot. Finishes warm, a bit toasty and chocolaty. Weighty but achieves balance with airing.",Glorieta Vineyard,17,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,La Posta 2009 Glorieta Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/posta-2009-glorieta-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2009,La Posta 13,White,France,"Pale lemon color. Delicately aromatic showing some citrus and floral notes. Crisp with moderate intensity of fresh citrus fruit, lime sherbet, spice and a little minerality. Slightly linear, pleasant and easy drinking. Medium-bodied with a moderate lemony finish.",Trois Chateaux,34,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2008 Trois Chateaux Muscat (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2008-trois-chateaux-muscat-alsace/,Muscat,2008,Kuentz-Bas ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A fruity wine, with a dry tannic edge that brings out a more black currant character. There is a good balance of acidity to go with the sweetness, and suggestions of bottle age to round the wine out.",Reserve Ruby,22,87,Port,,,Maritávora NV Reserve Ruby (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maritavora-nv-reserve-ruby-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Maritávora 13.5,Red,US,"Good price for a rich wine like this. It's big and potent in black cherry and black currant flavors, with a flashy coating of sweet oak. Feels elegant and balanced in the mouth.",Reserve,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lyeth 2009 Reserve Meritage (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lyeth-2009-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-county/,Meritage,2009,Lyeth 14.4,White,US,"Good acidity gives this Sauvignon Blanc a nice crispness. The flavors are of limes and green apples, with a stony minerality. It's an elegant wine, with a touch of wood. A little tough at first, it grows in charm in the glass.",,25,87,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mayacamas 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayacamas-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-mount-veeder/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Mayacamas 15.2,Red,US,"There's a pure sweetness at this heart of this wine, from the fruity essence of red cherries to the vanilla-scented toast. It's also pretty acidic, with firm, fleshy tannins. Overall, a full-bodied red wine to drink now.",,32,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2007 Cabernet Franc (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2007-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Thomas Fogarty 15.3,White,US,"This Chiles Valley producer, on the eastern edge of the Napa Valley, has made a big Chardonnay that doesn't exude much aromatically at first and veers sweet, but is otherwise balanced and could develop some interesting minerality over time.",Estate,43,87,California,Napa,Chiles Valley,RustRidge 2008 Estate Chardonnay (Chiles Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustridge-2008-estate-chardonnay-napa-chiles-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,RustRidge 13,Red,US,"Richly fruited with sweet black cherries and cassis, this deeply penetrating Pinot Noir gets a lift on the palate with cool tones of pine, menthol and pencil lead. Lively acidity and soft, feathery tannins linger on the finish.",,20,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ventosa 2008 Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventosa-2008-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ventosa 11,Sparkling,Italy,Cartizze is a tiny swath of vertical vineyard at the heart of Valdobbiadene that is said to make the best Prosecco. The wine usually comes in a Dry expression (meaning it's a tiny bit sweeter) and this example is indeed deeply redolent of peach and honeysuckle.,Dry,,87,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Maccari Spumanti NV Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maccari-spumanti-nv-dry-italian-white-glera-valdobbiadene-superiore-cartizze/,Glera,,Maccari Spumanti 15,Red,US,"Ripe fruit stars in this exuberant wine. It flatters with black cherry, blackberry, anise and cassis flavors that go on and on into a lnto a long, spicy finish. Beyond that it's a little sweet, and seems best now, with a salty, peppery steak or chop.",Chronology Grand Reserve,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lyeth 2008 Chronology Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lyeth-2008-chronology-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Lyeth 14.5,Red,Italy,"A big, ripe wine with a nice personality, there is plenty to like about this wine, and is easygoing enough and versatile enough to be a perfect candidate for a restaurant wine. The nose shows chocolate raspberry truffles, and a touch of oak. On the palate, the same attractive notes and a decent finish. An obvious but very attractive wine.",Chersì,26,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Tenimenti Ca' Bianca 2004 Chersì (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-ca-bianca-2004-chersi-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2004,Tenimenti Ca' Bianca 13.5,White,US,"Nice and easy to drink, with sweetened orange tea, lime, vanilla, honey and white pepper flavors, brightened with zesty acidity.",Charlotte's Home,14,87,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,Rodney Strong 2010 Charlotte's Home Sauvignon Blanc (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2010-charlottes-home-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-northern/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Rodney Strong 14,Red,US,"You get plenty of ripe berry, cherry and currant fruit in this expressive young Cabernet. Smoky oak adds sweetness, making for a delicious wine to drink now and over the next several years.",Estate,25,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 2009 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2009-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Rodney Strong 10.4,Sparkling,US,"This blend of Chardonnay and Muscat Canelli is frankly sweet, in the Rock Wall style, but not too much, and fine acidity and a tangy minerality help provide balance. The orange, vanilla and honeysuckle flavors are delicious.",Blanc de Blanc,18,87,California,California Other,California,Rock Wall 2010 Blanc de Blanc Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2010-blanc-blanc-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Rock Wall 15.7,Red,US,"A very herbal Zin from a five-acre Oakley plot, funky and stewy at first, then rich, full-bodied with a lot of caramel and toffee going on. A great deal at $16 for big Zin lovers.",Live Oak Vineyard,16,87,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Rock Wall 2009 Live Oak Vineyard Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2009-live-oak-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Rock Wall 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Grassy and sweet smelling, with apple and lightly candied aromas. Nice and normal in the mouth, with sweet, ripe flavors of white fruits, powdered sugar and pear. Turns a bit cloying on the finish. Seems sweeter and less complex than in the past.",Reserva Heredad,25,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Reserva Heredad Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-reserva-heredad-sparkling-cava-139403/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 13.5,Red,US,"There's something deep and soulful in the way that ripe, red fruit melds with charred wood and coconut macaroons on this supple yet robust Cab Franc. Blended with a dose of Tannat and Merlot, the finish is fairly long, ending on an earthy, fall foliage note.",,23,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Potomac Point 2009 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/potomac-point-2009-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Potomac Point 15.2,Red,US,"A powerful Tannat from an Amador County-based producer who usually toils in Zinfandel, this wine makes a bold statement of licorice and meaty game and is plenty rustic and savage, very oaky and bursting with big tannins. If you like blackberry pie alongside dark toffee and caramel, you'll like this.",Rezerve,24,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sobon Estate 2009 Rezerve Tannat (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2009-rezerve-other-red-tannat-central-valley-lodi/,Tannat,2009,Sobon Estate 13.5,White,Chile,"Light and clean up front, with green apple, melon, lime and minerally aromas. Crisp and balanced in the mouth, with driving citric acids propelling a mixture of scallion, lime, apple and green herb flavors. Tangy late, with lime and tangerine flavors working the finish.",Single Vineyard,16,87,Maule Valley,,,Oveja Negra 2011 Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oveja-negra-2011-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Oveja Negra 14.5,Red,Australia,"Though a bit timid on the nose, this example is impressive for its intense tangle of flavors in the mouth, which run from watermelon candy, to raspberry, wet earth, leather and chocolate. A good structure of firm acidity and brawny tannins as well as the moderately long finish suggest this wine will improve with a few years in the cellar. It can also be consumed now alongside hearty fare.",,18,87,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 2006 Shiraz-Viognier (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-2006-shiraz-syrah-viognier-yarra-valley/,Shiraz-Viognier,2006,Yering Station 14.4,Red,US,"So much raspberry and cherry flavor in this Pinot Noir, it's easy to drink a couple glasses with a nice steak or chop. Bright acidity provides a welcome lift. Maybe not an ager, and a little too forward, but sure is delicious.",La Encantada Vineyard,49,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Trout Street 2009 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trout-street-2009-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Trout Street 13,Sparkling,Portugal,"An earthy, racy wine, ripe with strawberries and also laced with acidity. It has some weight, softness, with a yeast character creeping in.",Czar Rosé Bruto,50,87,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Murganheira 2005 Czar Rosé Bruto Pinot Noir (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murganheira-2005-czar-rose-bruto-pinot-noir-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Pinot Noir,2005,Murganheira 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,There's a pretty mineral note of brimstone or talc powder that runs straight though this luminous Prosecco. At the fringes are floral notes of jasmine and honeysuckle with a touch of sweet softness on the close.,Alné Extra Dry,,87,Veneto,Prosecco,,La Tordera NV Alné Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tordera-nv-alne-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,La Tordera 14,Red,US,"Good Pinot character, but dry and unyielding. If you search for richness, you'll find a core of raspberries and cherries. Die-hard Burgundians will like the earthy, subtle complexities. Drink now.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,La Fenêtre 2009 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,La Fenêtre 14.3,Red,US,"A big, full-bodied, rich Zinfandel, bone dry and spicy, with impressive flavors of wild berries, herbs, balsam and smoke. Needs equally big fare to stand up to, like barbecue slathered in sauce.",100 Year Old Vines,45,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,XYZin 2009 100 Year Old Vines Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xyzin-2009-100-year-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,XYZin 13.5,Sparkling,US,"A savory sparkling wine, rich in raspberry, lime and vanilla flavors. Mainly Pinot Noir, with some Chardonnay, it's full bodied and somewhat sweet.",Classic Vintage Brut,34,87,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2006 Classic Vintage Brut Sparkling (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2006-classic-vintage-brut-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Iron Horse 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of richness in this massively extracted Cabernet, which explodes in blackberries, cassis, dark chocolate, anise and oak. It's a bit rough in the mouth, though, with dry, sticky tannins.",,45,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Peju 13.7,Red,US,"Charred wood is undeniably abundant, yet surprisingly integrated on the nose and palate of this Monticello Cab Franc amidst layers of spicy mocha chocolate and ripe black fruit. Richly extracted, yet elegant and clean in profile.",,23,87,Virginia,Monticello,,Keswick Vineyards 2009 Cabernet Franc (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keswick-2009-cabernet-franc-monticello/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Keswick Vineyards 14.8,Red,US,"Lots of delicious, complex blackberry, crème de cassis, mineral and cedar flavors in this dry, tannic wine. One quibble is the acidity, which is overly sharp and feels odd, given how ripe the wine is.",Stagecoach Vineyard,55,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jean Edwards 2008 Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-edwards-2008-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Jean Edwards 12,Sparkling,France,"Pale color with fairly vigorous bubbles. Moderate aromas intensity showing mainly a medley of fresh apple aromas. Creamy mousse on the palate, slightly soft with some persistence. Similar orchard flavors prevail in the mouth Quite crisp, light to medium-bodied with a smooth finish. Simple and easy-drinking.",Cremant Brut,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean-Baptiste Adam NV Cremant Brut Sparkling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-baptiste-adam-nv-cremant-brut-sparkling-alsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Jean-Baptiste Adam 14.8,Red,US,"A lusty wine, soft and exceedingly fruity, as befits its warm origins. Flashy in raspberry and cherry jam, roasted coconut, sweet mocha and cinnamon flavors, with a savory touch of bacon.",Reserve Selection,50,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Jawbone 2008 Reserve Selection Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jawbone-2008-reserve-selection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2008,Jawbone 13,White,Italy,"Packaged in an attractively light and transparent bottle, this crisp and delicious Soave lives up to its image thanks to fine aromas of stone fruit, citrus and white flower. There's a tight mineral note on the dry close.",,13,87,Veneto,Soave,,Allegrini 2010 Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2010-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Allegrini 14.1,Red,US,"There's something softly seductive about this Cabernet. Its tannins are finely ground and acidity is low, resulting in a melted, velvety mouthfeel. The flavors are just fine, of black cherries and cedar.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Arroba 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arroba-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Arroba 14.9,Red,Argentina,"Black in color, with minty aromas of blackened berry, leather and a slight horsey funk. Lush, soft and jammy in the mouth, with roasted, sweet-tasting flavors of stewed berry and raisin. Finishes soft and smooth, with mild tannins and sweet café mocha flavors.",,17,87,Mendoza Province,Vista Flores,,Antucura 2010 Malbec (Vista Flores),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antucura-2010-malbec-vista-flores/,Malbec,2010,Antucura 14.9,Red,Argentina,"Black and jammy on the bouquet, with a spot of minty green and licorice. It's softy and leans toward syrupy, with sweet, mildly baked flavors of black fruits and chocolate. Feels creamy and a little low on acidity, so drink soon.",,17,87,Mendoza Province,Vista Flores,,Antucura 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vista Flores),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antucura-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-vista-flores/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Antucura ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Ripe and full-bodied, with balanced acidity and soft tannins. There is good strawberry fruit here as well as blackberry and darker plums. A dry aftertaste completes a satisfying wine.",Special Reserve Ruby,,87,Port,,,Andresen NV Special Reserve Ruby (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andresen-nv-special-reserve-ruby-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Andresen 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Fresh, crisp and light, this friendly and approachable Prosecco would pair with Chinese or Thai appetizers. The wine's plush sweetness will balance the hot spice found in those foods.",Millesimato Dry,12,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Andreola 2010 Millesimato Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreola-2010-millesimato-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Andreola 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark in color, with buttery oak, dill, coconut and leathery aromas. Tilts toward modern with its full and earthy palate feel, but there's also a lot of red fruit on the flavor package. Darkens on the finish with espresso-like bitterness.",Reserva,,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Circulo 2006 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-circulo-2006-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,El Circulo 14.4,Red,US,"This blend of Bordeaux varieties (39% Cab Sauv, 37% Merlot, 12% Petit Verdot, 8% Cab Franc and 4% Malbec) opens with a nice purity of fruit, mainly plum and cassis and shows a deftness of blending. There's a touch of green pepper at the finish.","33 Degrees North Gracie Hill Vineyard, BDX",33,87,California,South Coast,South Coast,"Fallbrook 2008 33 Degrees North Gracie Hill Vineyard, BDX Red (South Coast)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fallbrook-2008-33-degrees-north-gracie-hill-vineyard-bdx-red-south-coast/,Red Blend,2008,Fallbrook 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made with Turbiana di Lugana grapes native to the Italian lakes region in northern Italy, this bright sparkling wine shows a touch of butterscotch followed by floral aromas of yellow rose and honeysuckle. The mouthfeel is dry, crisp and tonic.",Argillaia Brut Millesimato,,87,Lombardy,Lugana,,Fabiano 2007 Argillaia Brut Millesimato (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-2007-argillaia-brut-millesimato-italian-white-turbiana-lugana/,Turbiana,2007,Fabiano 14.4,White,US,"Malolactic fermentation and oak aging have made this wine sweetly buttery and rich, with underlying waves of mangoes, Meyer lemons, pineapples and papayas. It's a big, flamboyant Chardonnay.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 2007 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2007-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Fritz 13.5,Red,Spain,"Fresh, spicy cherry aromas are nice and clean. The palate is racy and staunch, with good acidity and tasty plum and berry flavors. Solid and medium-long on the finish, with a touch of minty herb flavor. Juicy and moderately oaky for a $10 value wine.",Vendimia Seleccionada,10,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Dolmo 2009 Vendimia Seleccionada (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dolmo-2009-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Dolmo 13,White,France,"Youthful lemony color. Moderate aromas of ripe stone fruit, red apple with hints of honey and petrol. Broad and warm on the palate with moderate intensity of sweet and ripe apricot and peach. Subtle earthy minerality shows through. Medium length with warmish finish.",Bergheim,22,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2008 Bergheim Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2008-bergheim-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2008,Domaine Marcel Deiss 13.5,Red,France,"Medium-ruby color. Fairly extracted aromas of sour cherry, plum and strawberry with hints of dry earth. Quite crisp with fairly intense flavors of creamy black cherry at first, that fall off toward the back palate. Tannins firm but starting to dry out. A little past its prime but tasty with a nice savory finish. .",Burlenberg Premier Cru,40,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2004 Burlenberg Premier Cru Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2004-burlenberg-premier-cru-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2004,Domaine Marcel Deiss 13,White,France,"This is rounded, rich, missing some acidity but with the compensation of ripe yellow fruits layered with pineapple and spice from wood. With all its sweetness, it is not for aging.",Clos Rochette,31,87,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Domaine Faiveley 2009 Clos Rochette (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-faiveley-2009-clos-rochette-chardonnay-mercurey/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Faiveley 11,White,France,"The off-dry version of Vaugondy's Vouvray brings out ripe apple as well as pineapple and lemon flavors. It is still crisp, packed with acidity, rounded out with finishing sweetness.",Demi-Sec,15,87,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine de Vaugondy 2010 Demi-Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vaugondy-2010-demi-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Domaine de Vaugondy 12.5,Red,France,"A wine that is dominated by dark, smoky tannins and acidity. It has a light fruit character but feels dry, with the wood aging given an important position.",Cuvée Jules de Souzy Vieilles Vignes,24,87,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Château de la Terrière 2008 Cuvée Jules de Souzy Vieilles Vignes (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-terriere-2008-cuvee-jules-souzy-vieilles-vignes-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2008,Château de la Terrière 14.5,Red,France,"The bouquet of this wine is quite forward and floral, with strong scents of carnation, violet and lavender. The fruit appears secondary to the herbal backbone, with a touch of blueberry and cocoa making an appearance on the mouthwatering close. Drink now.",,19,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Domaine Saint Antonin 2009 Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-antonin-2009-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine Saint Antonin 13,White,France,"This is 100% Roussanne, from one of the highest vineyards in the Luberon. It's fruity and direct, a well-made medium-bodied white, boasting a panopoly of fruit flavors ranging from pear to pineapple, and hints of melon as well. Drink it over the next several months.",Tradition,,87,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Château Val Joanis 2010 Tradition Roussanne (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-val-joanis-2010-tradition-roussanne-luberon/,Roussanne,2010,Château Val Joanis 13,White,Italy,"This interesting Italian white is gaining a bit of a cult following in the United States. Made with organically grown Verdicchio grapes, the wine shows pristine aromas of passion and stone fruit with a crisp, zesty feel in the mouth. It would pair perfectly with sea food or light lunches.",,18,87,Central Italy,Verdicchio di Matelica,,ColleStefano 2010 Verdicchio di Matelica,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collestefano-2010-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-matelica/,Verdicchio,2010,ColleStefano ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Although there is brandy spirit on the nose, the palate is much more balanced. The wine has a rich feel to it, very fruity forward and attractive. It shows a great jelly note on the finish.",Special Reserve,18,87,Port,,,Cockburn's NV Special Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockburns-nv-special-reserve-port-142103/,Port,,Cockburn's 13.5,White,US,"Chardonnay has not been Clos du Val's strong suit, and even though this is a reserve, it's hard to fall in love with. Dry and acidic, it lacks richness by today's standards, although you could charitably call it Chablisian. Still, it's an elegantly constructed wine with some complexity.",Reserve,45,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos du Val 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2009-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Clos du Val 13,Red,France,"Lean cherry, strawberry and red plum aromas start off the nose of this wine, and gradually subside to reveal a stony, flinty streak augmented with soft garrigue herbs. Soft spice and ripe fruit continue in the medium-weight mouth, the fine grain tannins coating your palate and staying through the slightly chewy and fudgy close. Mature now, so drink up.",,12,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Cuvée Valentin Duc 2007 Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvee-valentin-duc-2007-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Cuvée Valentin Duc ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Full, ripe, attractively fruity Port, with soft tannins and rich berry fruits. It has plenty of fruit, sweet strawberry flavors, deliciously full and rounded.",Distinction Special Reserve,,87,Port,,,Croft NV Distinction Special Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croft-nv-distinction-special-reserve-port-142092/,Port,,Croft 13.5,Red,Austria,"Dry, leathery wine, its red cherry fruit given an edge by tannins. The wine has spice, although also a more austere, dark side. It needs time to open out.",Reserve,,87,Leithaberg,,,Birgit Braunstein 2009 Reserve Blaufränkisch (Leithaberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/birgit-braunstein-2009-reserve-other-red-blaufrankisch-leithaberg/,Blaufränkisch,2009,Birgit Braunstein 13,Sparkling,US,"A good sparkling wine for the price. Medium-bodied, it has pretty flavors of strawberries and limes. The bubbles are a little fierce in texture.",Blanc de Noirs,22,87,California,California Other,California,Chandon NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-nv-blanc-de-noirs-sparkling-california-140120/,Sparkling Blend,,Chandon 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Simple lime and salinic aromas are clean and fresh. The palate is juicy and tight, with lime, apple and dry spice flavors. Finishes balanced and citrusy, with proper length and mouthfeel. A good but regular Cava that's done right for the price.",Gran Tradición Brut,10,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Berberana NV Gran Tradición Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berberana-nv-gran-tradicion-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Berberana 14.8,Red,US,"A good Zinfandel, rich and spicy in wild berry, tobacco, anise and sweet cedar flavors that are just a little sweet in alcohol. Easy to drink with barbecue, or try Vietnamese or Mexican beef dishes.",Zig Zag Alley,36,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Calicaro 2009 Zig Zag Alley Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calicaro-2009-zig-zag-alley-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Calicaro 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a lean, simple sparkling wine with stone fruit and grapefruit followed by almond and melon. Foamy and crisp, pair this wine with seafood appetizers.",Satén,24,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Cà del Vént NV Satén (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-vent-nv-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Cà del Vént 14.7,Red,US,"A big, brawny, powerhouse of a Zin, packed with wild berry, currant, beef jerky, smoky cedar and pepper spice flavors. Entirely dry, but with a sweet heat from alcohol, it's a fine wine to down with almost anything off the grill.",Rocky Ridge Vineyard Bu,35,87,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Bruliam 2009 Rocky Ridge Vineyard Bu Zinfandel (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruliam-2009-rocky-ridge-vineyard-bu-zinfandel-sonoma-rockpile/,Zinfandel,2009,Bruliam 13.5,Red,US,"Lots of rich flavor in this smooth Merlot. It's filled with sweet raspberries, cherries, cola and cocoa, and finishes spicy in cinnamon and anise. Drink now.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2009 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2009-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2009,Brander 13.8,White,US,"Lots of rich, ripe flavor in this sweet young Chardonnay. It's packed with citrus and tropical fruits, limes and pears. The influence of lees shows in a slight sourness throughout. Drink now.",Estate Vineyard,30,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 2009 Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-2009-estate-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Bouchaine 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This vintage-dated expression of Chardonnay offers creamy aromas of peach and honey followed by dried sage, toasted almond and crushed mineral. Pair this luminous sparkling wine with rolled salmon canapés.",Brut Millesimato,20,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Castelveder 2005 Brut Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelveder-2005-brut-millesimato-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2005,Castelveder 14,Red,Spain,"A touch flat and leathery on the nose, but it picks up steam as it moves along. The palate is full and thick, with baked berry, cherry, earth and syrup flavors. Offers just enough crisp acidity to keep it balanced, then finishes warm and sweet.",Gotim Bru,16,87,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Castell del Remei 2008 Gotim Bru Red (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-remei-2008-gotim-bru-red-costers-segre/,Red Blend,2008,Castell del Remei ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dusty tannins, sweet fruit and chocolate all come together in a ripe and structured wine. There is a smoky character to give complexity. The wine is well balanced with good final acidity.",Reserve Ruby Dry,,87,Port,,,Casal dos Jordões NV Reserve Ruby Dry (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casal-jordoes-nv-reserve-ruby-dry-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Casal dos Jordões 12,Sparkling,Portugal,"Classic bottle-fermented wine, with yeast and citrus flavors, a creamy edge and a bright final acidity. The wine is crisp, lively with a clean fresh aftertaste.",Grande Reserva Bruto,,87,Vinho Verde,,,Casa do Valle 2005 Grande Reserva Bruto Sparkling (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-do-valle-2005-grande-reserva-bruto-sparkling-portuguese-vinho-verde/,Portuguese Sparkling,2005,Casa do Valle 13.7,White,US,"Some will find this wine off-dry. Others won't even discern the residual sugar. It straddles that interesting line, marked by crispness and tart flavors of limes, guavas, oranges and jasmine tea. A fine Gewürztraminer, from a region in Mendocino County that excels at the variety.",,14,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 2009 Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2009-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Husch 14.5,Red,US,"Ripe fruit explodes in this wine, which swamps the mouth with crushed, jammy blackberries, cherries and raspberries. Oak adds sweet buttered toast and smoke, but it's the fruit that really stars.",Cerberus,39,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2009 Cerberus Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2009-cerberus-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,2009,Wrath 11,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a soft, creamy element to the nose of this Extra Dry Prosecco that is surrounded by pretty aromas of peach, melon and passion fruit. The mouthfeel is rich, foamy and smooth.",Extra Dry,,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Sorelle Bronca NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorelle-bronca-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-137083/,Glera,,Sorelle Bronca 11,Sparkling,Italy,Sorelle Bronca is a boutique producer that makes some of the finest Prosecco available today. This sparkling Brut expression shows finesse and focus with lively aromas of white flower and smooth peach.,Brut,,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Sorelle Bronca NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorelle-bronca-nv-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-137073/,Glera,,Sorelle Bronca 13,White,Austria,"A ripe wine, emphasizing the sweet apple and pear side of Grüner Veltliner, the acidity enveloped by rich fruits. There is a delicious freshness, with just a bite of citrus to sharpen the aftertaste. Screwcap.",Reserve,38,88,Leithaberg,,,Sommer 2010 Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Leithaberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sommer-2010-reserve-gruner-veltliner-leithaberg/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Sommer 14.7,Red,US,"Sweet ripe fruit and sweet oak combine to make this Cabernet as rich and tasty as a dessert pastry. It's on par with recent vintages of Signorello Cabernet, an easy wine to like, but a bit lacking in dry substance. Probably best now.",Estate Grown and Bottled,55,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2008 Estate Grown and Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2008-estate-grown-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Signorello 13.4,White,US,"A 60/40 Sauvignon Blanc/Sémillon blend, done in the Bordeaux style. Fermented in neutral oak, aged sur lie, and left in the barrels for another half year, the wine is lightly toasty with steely fruit flavors and a firm, solid mouthfeel.",Star Meadows White,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Saviah 2010 Star Meadows White White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviah-2010-star-meadows-white-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Saviah 14,White,Hungary,"Apple blossoms and sweetpea notes accent fleshy sweet melon and roasted hazelnut flavors on this unctuous, full-bodied Hungarian dry white. Brisk lemony acidity and a bitter lemon pith note add balance and verve on the finish.",Cuvée 113,25,88,Tokaj,,,Sauska 2009 Cuvée 113 White (Tokaj),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauska-2009-cuvee-113-white-tokaj/,White Blend,2009,Sauska 14.5,Red,Chile,"A classic Chilean Carmenère with olive, herbs, coconut and spiced berry aromas. Tannic and textured, with friction in front of herbal flavors that include tobacco, olive and a mix of berry fruits. Remains tannic and full as it keeps up the press through the finish.",1865 Single Vineyard,19,88,Maule Valley,,,San Pedro 2009 1865 Single Vineyard Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2009-1865-single-vineyard-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2009,San Pedro 12,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a perfect wine for outdoor receptions or apéritif time. This pale pink sparkler is refreshing and clean, with pretty berry and floral nuances, backed by a creamy mouthfeel and bright acidity. All these qualities make it perfect for pairing with a wide array of finger foods.",Cuvée Aurora Rosé,,88,Piedmont,Alta Langa,,Vigne Regali 2007 Cuvée Aurora Rosé Sparkling (Alta Langa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigne-regali-2007-cuvee-aurora-rose-sparkling-alta-langa/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Vigne Regali 12.5,White,Spain,"Clean, minerally and subtle on the nose, with apple notes. The palate is crisp and honest, with normal, likable apple and citrus flavors. Just fleshy enough on the finish, with good length and acidity.",Blanco,10,88,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Real Compañia de Vinos 2010 Blanco White (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-compania-vinos-2010-blanco-white-vino-tierra-castilla/,White Blend,2010,Real Compañia de Vinos 14.5,Red,US,"You might want to age this for a couple years, because it's a little tough in tannins, more so than you might expect from a Napa Merlot. But it's very rich in cherry, red currant, green olive and oak flavors.",,45,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 14.2,White,US,"A toasty bouquet of citrus and peach showcases the fermentation in new French oak barrels. The peachy fruit carries accents of citrus and rind, with excellent penetration into a lingering finish.",,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2010 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2010-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2010,Seven Hills 14.5,Red,Spain,"Smells like spiced fruit cake, prune and licorice. It's ripe and a touch syrupy, but genuine and not cloying or overly heavy. Tastes of baked plum and blackberry along with dark spices and chocolate. Chocolaty and coffee-tinged on the finish. 50% Tempranillo and 50% CS.",,10,88,Levante,Valencia,,Sequiot 2008 Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequiot-2008-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-valencia/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Sequiot 14.8,Red,US,"Lots of ripe Zinny character in this wine, which is a blend of vineyards from throughout the valley. It's enormously rich in raspberry and cherry jam fruit, spiced with cinnamon, cloves and anise, and finished with sweet, smoky sandalwood.",,20,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2009 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Quivira ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A simple fruity wine, attractive all the way through, the berry flavors given balance with some tannins. The wine has structured currants and acidity to bring out extra character.",Cellar Reserve,24,88,Port,,,Quinta do Portal NV Cellar Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-nv-cellar-reserve-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta do Portal 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Opens with a blast of milk chocolate, raisin and sawdust before settling on black fruit and pepper. Shows good concentration and feel in front of prune, blackberry, licorice and burnt toast flavors. Has good pulse and vibrancy, but it's a bit choppy and oaky.",Golden Reserve,21,88,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Trivento 2008 Golden Reserve Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2008-golden-reserve-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2008,Trivento 14.1,White,US,"What a nice wine to drink with almost anything that wants a white wine, from chicken or pork to potstickers. It's bone dry and brisk in Edna Valley acidity, with flavors of lemons, limes, green apples, minerals and white flowers.",Blanco,20,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Trenza 2009 Blanco White (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trenza-2009-blanco-white-central-coast-edna-valley/,White Blend,2009,Trenza 12,White,Austria,"A taut wine, laced with acidity, citrus fruits and green apples. It's textured, mineral and steely in character, with perfumed Williams pears to add sweetness.",Leithaberg Weiss,,88,Burgenland,,,Tinhof 2008 Leithaberg Weiss White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinhof-2008-leithaberg-weiss-white-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian white blend,2008,Tinhof 13,Red,France,"From the home village of Pierre André's Château Corton-André, this is a solid, chunky wine, its tannins very prevalent at this stage. It promises to be a smoother, wood-aged sip with blackberry and spice as well as a tasty juiciness.",,,88,Burgundy,Aloxe-Corton,,Pierre André 2009 Aloxe-Corton,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2009-pinot-noir-aloxe-corton/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pierre André 13,White,France,"This blend of Vermentino (45%), Grenache Blanc (40%) and Roussanne (15%) is aged in a combination of oak and stainless steel, resulting in a round, mouthfilling wine that nevertheless remains crisp and easy to drink. Hints of smoke and marshmallow serve to accent the ripe melon, pineapple and honey flavors. Drink now.",Doria,14,88,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Marrenon 2009 Doria White (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marrenon-2009-doria-white-luberon/,White Blend,2009,Marrenon 14,Red,Spain,"Cherry and raspberry aromas lead the charge, but as it airs out it becomes more raisiny and jammy smelling. The flavors are solid but distant, with simple red fruit, oak and barrel notes setting the pace. Highly drinkable and easygoing but not complex or elevated.",Finca Ygay Reserva,26,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Murrieta 2007 Finca Ygay Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-murrieta-2007-finca-ygay-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Marqués de Murrieta 13.5,Red,Spain,"Floral and a touch sweet smelling, with exotic spice, leather and earthy aromas. It's medium-bodied, with a bit of chunkiness offset by good acidity. Tastes of herbs, fresh tomato, pepper and red fruits. Juicy, tight and leathery on the finish.",Signa Reserva,20,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de la Concordia 2005 Signa Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-concordia-2005-signa-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Marqués de la Concordia 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Dusty, yeasty and bready in the Champagne way, but with crisp apple as well. The palate is round and full, with dry, spicy apple and melon flavors. Finishes yeasty and toasty, with texture and length. A correct Cava with some complexity.",Brut Reserva Made With Organic Grapes,18,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Marqués de Gelida 2008 Brut Reserva Made With Organic Grapes Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-gelida-2008-brut-reserva-made-with-organic-grapes-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Marqués de Gelida 14.1,Red,US,"Acidity marks this dry wine, a low-cropped block selection from the estate vineyard. The fruit is remarkably concentrated, showing flashy, intense cherries and plenty of smoky oak. But that acidity definitely kicks. Hard to tell if the wine is ageable, but it does need a rich, fatty steak.",Estate Block 3,46,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,McIntyre Vineyards 2009 Estate Block 3 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcintyre-2009-estate-block-3-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,McIntyre Vineyards 13,White,Croatia,"Ripe melon and subtle white flowers meld with fresh apple and pear on the nose and palate of this lovely Malvasia from Ivica Matoevi´c. Quite voluptuous in style with a silky, slightly oily mouthfeel, the palate is bright with sweet stone fruit and a pleasantly bitter almond note that lingers on the finish.",Alba,20,88,Istria,,,Matošević 2009 Alba Malvasia (Istria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matosevic-2009-alba-italian-white-malvasia-istria/,Malvasia,2009,Matošević ,Red,France,"A blend of 50% Mourvèdre and 50% Syrah, this is a dark, earthy wine, featuring hints of black olive and espresso. Yet it's very lush and supple in the mouth, very forward and inviting, yet balanced by crisp acids on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Les Enfants Terribles,,88,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Mas Carlot 2009 Les Enfants Terribles Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-carlot-2009-enfants-terribles-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Mas Carlot 13.5,Red,Spain,"Savory and exotic on the nose, with blueberry and cardamom. The palate strikes hard with tannic clamp and reduction. Flavors run lemony and herbal, with star anise and cardamom mixing with berry fruit. Clacky and tight on the finish, but serious and complex. 350 cases made; drink now through 2012.",,28,88,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Pasolasmonjas 2008 Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasolasmonjas-2008-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2008,Pasolasmonjas ,White,US,"This includes about 20% German wine in the blend; hence the “American” appellation. The rest is from Washington state, and it's a fruit-driven, tart and citrusy wine, with a ripe mid-palate of lemon/lime candy, and highlights of pink grapefruit.",Dry,11,88,America,,,Pacific Rim NV Dry Riesling (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-rim-nv-dry-riesling-america/,Riesling,,Pacific Rim 13,White,France,"Deep gold color. Quite evolved aromas of citrus marmalade, truffles and a strong earthy minerality. full-bodied with broad, earthy flavors, ripe tropical fruit and hints of honey. Rich, quite viscous texture that lacks a little acidity. Moderately long, warm finish with a hint of sweetness.",La Dame Wiebelsberg Grand Cru,55,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2006 La Dame Wiebelsberg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2006-dame-wiebelsberg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2006,Marc Kreydenweiss 14.7,Red,US,"There's 5% Cabernet Franc in this Temp, which makes all the difference, bringing greater body and tannins to a variety that, on its own, can be simple. The cherry, cola and licorice flavors are accented with a touch of sandalwood, making for a lovely, medium-bodied red wine to drink now.",Stagecoach Vineyard,42,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Maisonry 2008 Stagecoach Vineyard Tempranillo (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maisonry-2008-stagecoach-vineyard-tempranillo-napa-valley/,Tempranillo,2008,Maisonry 15,Red,US,"Tart and astringent, this young wine shows good structure but remains a bit tight. Light red fruits, a streak of citrus, and a strong base of cement and chalk-like minerality, this has persistence and complexity. It needs more cellar time to fully express itself.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,:Nota Bene 2008 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2008-ciel-cheval-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2008,:Nota Bene 14.5,Red,Spain,"Minty and prickly on first take, with plum, herbs and jamminess to the nose. The palate is good but basic, with juicy acids, firm tannins and candied flavors of berry fruits. Finishes sweet and consistent, with a youthful, almost juvenile character.",,25,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Nita 2009 Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nita-2009-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2009,Nita ,Rose,France,"With some weight behind it, this is a rich wine, spicy and ripely fruity. The red berry fruits offer a sweet edge, with a tannic character that turns the wine very food friendly. A rosé for cold weather.",,,88,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Domaine de la Chapelle Saint-Victor 2010 Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chapelle-saint-victor-2010-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de la Chapelle Saint-Victor 14.6,Red,US,"Comes down on the heavy, full-bodied side for Pinot Noir, with plenty of cherry, pomegranate and persimmon flavors. Sweetened with toasty oak, there's also a spicy sandalwood richness that brings an exotic note. Doesn't seem likely to improve, so drink up.",Karmen Isabella Dutton Ranch,40,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2009 Karmen Isabella Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2009-karmen-isabella-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dutton Estate 15.2,Red,US,"Lots of varietal character in this Syrah, with its peppery flavors of blackberries, currants, anise and teriaki beef. There's a little heat from alcohol. Drink now.",Private Reserve,35,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dunning Vineyards 2008 Private Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunning-2008-private-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Dunning Vineyards 13.5,White,US,"From organically grown, estate vineyard grapes, this light, subtle wine has a strong acid underpinning. Citrus fruits and a suggestion of fresh pear are streaked with vanilla wafer.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2009-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Gordon Brothers ,Red,US,"Here winemaker Ashley Trout has matched her Malbec with 35% Syrah, all sourced from the Phinny Hill Vineyard. Fruity and forward, with high acidity in this relatively cool vintage, it opens up slowly to bring in Asian spices and subtle barrel notes.",Cutthroat Blend Red,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Flying Trout 2008 Cutthroat Blend Red Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-trout-2008-cutthroat-blend-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2008,Flying Trout 13,Red,France,"Rich, fruity wine, with great red fruits, black cherries and a structure that melds easily into the ripe character. Tannins and a plum skin texture suggest another year's aging.",,,88,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Domaine le Cotoyon 2010 Juliénas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-le-cotoyon-2010-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2010,Domaine le Cotoyon 14.1,Red,US,"This wine opens with a full Zin-like nose, all pepper and plum with traces of blackberry and though it's a touch oaky the wine's easy to drink with soft, ripe tannins. A blend of 70% Sangiovese and 30% Merlot.","33 Degrees North Gracie Hill Vineyard, Dalla Collina",33,88,California,South Coast,South Coast,"Fallbrook 2008 33 Degrees North Gracie Hill Vineyard, Dalla Collina Red (South Coast)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fallbrook-2008-33-degrees-north-gracie-hill-vineyard-dalla-collina-red-south-coast/,Red Blend,2008,Fallbrook 13,White,France,"Mid-amber in color. Interesting nose showing bright citrus aromas, honey and hints of petrol. Tangy with blood orange, tangerine and orangeade flavors, that are a little one dimensional. Medium-bodied, fruity and easy-drinking. Medium length with a crisp citrus finish.",Goldert Gueberschwihr Grand Cru,68,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2007 Goldert Gueberschwihr Grand Cru Muscat (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2007-goldert-gueberschwihr-grand-cru-muscat-alsace/,Muscat,2007,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 15,Red,Spain,"Concentrated and strong on the bouquet, with grit, leather, heat and bold berry aromas. Choppy tannins give the palate a hard feel, while the flavor profile runs warm, baked and sweet, with plum and berry fruit thrown in. Good but a little hard and hot. Just 450 cases made.",Fresc,32,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Genium Celler 2009 Fresc Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/genium-celler-2009-fresc-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2009,Genium Celler 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Dry on the nose, with soda cracker, seltzer, candle wax and lime. The palate is active but settled, with a nice, normal mix of apple and lime flavors. Long, dry and crisp on the finish. Good for seafood and salty tapas.",Burt Nature Reserva,14,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet 2008 Burt Nature Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-2008-burt-nature-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Freixenet 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This Brut, Chardonnay-based sparkling wine is fantastically fresh and light with lively aromas of green apple, citrus, talc powder and drying mineral. It shows steely perlage and a foamy texture.",Villa Crespia Novalia Brut,34,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Fratelli Muratori NV Villa Crespia Novalia Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-muratori-nv-villa-crespia-novalia-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta-124830/,Chardonnay,,Fratelli Muratori 14.5,Red,Chile,"Quite leafy smelling, with tobacco and a ton of barrel influence. Big, woody and resiny feeling, with rugged tannins pushing sweet, ripe berry and spice flavors. Toasty, chocolaty and herbal as it finishes, but always there's a strong oak presence.",Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve,95,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2008 Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2008-don-maximiano-founders-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Errazuriz 14,Dessert,Italy,This dark rosé Moscato Rosa dessert wine shows brambly notes of forest floor and wild cherry backed by cassis liqueur and dried spice. Pair the wine with dried biscuits or sponge cake with a fresh fruit filling.,Moscato Rosa,28,88,,Delle Venezie,,Emilio Bulfon 2009 Moscato Rosa Rosé (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-bulfon-2009-moscato-rosa-rose-delle-venezie/,Rosé,2009,Emilio Bulfon 12.5,White,US,"A return to pure, single vineyard Sauvignon Blanc. With alcohol at 12.5% this dry wine is quite European in style. Elegant, lively and fresh, with a cool mix of cucumber, melon and green apple fruit flavors.",Horse Heaven Vineyard,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Horse Heaven Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-horse-heaven-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,White,US,"This brings a boatload of flavor for the price. It's packed with fruit; citrus, pineapple, apple, and peach, round and succulent, with just the right amount of sharp acidity to give it some verve.",Mirth,9,88,Washington-Oregon,,,Corvidae 2008 Mirth Chardonnay (Washington-Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corvidae-2008-mirth-chardonnay-washington-oregon/,Chardonnay,2008,Corvidae 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This pretty rosé sparkling wine opens with a pale peach color and amber highlights. The nose is redolent of baked bread, citrus, grapefruit, white berry or cranberry and the lively mouthfeel is propped up by tonic bubbling.",Rosé,26,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Cornaleto NV Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cornaleto-nv-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Cornaleto 13.5,Red,France,"Meaty and savory in style, with Syrah clearly playing a big part in the blend (70%; the other 30% is Grenache). This wine delivers authentic Southern Rhône Syrah flavors of asphalt, tapenade and espresso, devoid of any overt wood, remaining firm on the finish. Drink now–2014.",Expression,15,88,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Beaubois 2009 Expression Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaubois-2009-expression-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château Beaubois 13.5,Red,South Africa,"The initial fresh fruit is only part of the story of this complex wine. It has herbal, mint flavors, some herbaceous Cabernet flavors, along with dry, firm tannins and cassis acidity. It's not powerful, but all the elements are there, well in balance.",Cabernet Sauvignon Simonsberg,,88,Stellenbosch,,,Delheim 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon Simonsberg Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delheim-2003-cabernet-sauvignon-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Delheim 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"It's hard to imagine naturally tannic Sagrantino as a dessert wine but indeed this native Umbrian red grape was traditionally made in a sweet style to soften its firm astringency. Deeply red and richly concentrated, it shows chocolate, savory spice and blackberry. Drying tannins keep the palate clean.",Passito,49,88,Central Italy,Montefalco Sagrantino,,Còlpetrone 2007 Passito (Montefalco Sagrantino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colpetrone-2007-passito-italian-red-sagrantino-montefalco-sagrantino/,Sagrantino,2007,Còlpetrone 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Meaty, herbal and foresty on the nose, all of which are typical aromas for this Salta-bred Malbec. Linear in the mouth and acidic as it tastes exotic due to herbal notes and eucalyptus. On the other hand it's full of blackberry and chocolaty richness. Crisp and nicely built on the finish.",Estate,25,88,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Colomé 2009 Estate Malbec (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colome-2009-estate-malbec-calchaqui-valley/,Malbec,2009,Colomé ,Red,Spain,"Rich in color and aromas; the nose pushes soothing, fragrant dark-fruit aromas that carry a touch of perfume and violets. In the mouth, the wine is only moderately rich. With full acids and zest, it's not as hefty as many modern Riojas. Still, it's a well-executed Tempranillo with ample oak and good mouthfeel.",La Vicalanda Reserva,20,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Bilbainas 2003 La Vicalanda Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bilbainas-2003-vicalanda-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2003,Bodegas Bilbainas 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This bright Franciacorta Italian sparkler offers pristine aromas of citrus, stone fruit, baked bread and toasted almond. The wine is smooth and creamy and its mature melon and apricot flavors last long on the palate.",Satèn Brut,,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Camossi NV Satèn Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camossi-nv-saten-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Camossi 14.5,Red,US,"A little too soft and sweet, especially at this price, when you want something with more structure. But there's no denying the richness. Offers masses of ripe blackberries, currants, dark chocolate and baking spices. Drink now–2014.",Cuvée Marilyn,55,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bon Coeur 2008 Cuvée Marilyn Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bon-coeur-2008-cuvee-marilyn-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bon Coeur 14.1,Red,US,"Tastes like ripeness ran away with this wine. The blackberry flavors are explosive, making it taste like jam, while the oak is very strong, almost overpowering in smoky char. Pretty good, but overworked. Drink soon.",Estate,45,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Blue Rock 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-rock-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Blue Rock 14.5,Red,US,"A delicious Pinot Noir, a bit one-dimensional, but that dimension is a gorgeous one to explore. It's all about flavor, in the way of raspberry and cherry pie filling, vanilla, cinnamon spice, buttered toast and sandalwood. Defines the easy style of well-grown coastal Pinot.",,28,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Benziger 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Benziger ,Red,US,"You never quite know what you're getting with Barbera. Imagery's is absolutely dry and quite firm in dusty tannins, with a complex array of berry, herb, tobacco, cured meat and spice flavors. It's pretty much as sophisticated as California Barbera gets.",,35,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Imagery 2008 Barbera (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2008-barbera-sonoma-county/,Barbera,2008,Imagery 12.5,White,France,"Mid-gold color, with strong waxy, earthy aromas. Dry with broad savory, earthy flavors, some bruised apple, melon compote and fusel notes. Mature with a fairly rich texture, but a slightly viscous finish. Moderate flavor concentration and length.",Classic,15,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 2006 Classic Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-2006-classic-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2006,Hugel 13.8,White,US,"A lovely Foothills Chardonnay from longtime area winemaker Chuck Hovey, who also makes the Stevenot wines. With strong apple and cinnamon personality the wine also has an intriguing creaminess to it, with lilting lemon meringue. Let it open slowly or place it in the cellar for 2–5 years to let the tartness on the finish disappear.",Duende,18,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Hovey 2010 Duende Chardonnay (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hovey-2010-duende-chardonnay-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Hovey ,White,US,"Lots of zippy acidity in this dry wine, which has those tart, green gooseberry flavors you find in New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs. But It's also rich in yellow tropical fruits.",Estate,24,88,California,Napa,Calistoga,Kenefick Ranch 2010 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenefick-ranch-2010-estate-sauvignon-blanc-napa-calistoga/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Kenefick Ranch 14.8,Red,US,"Given the vineyard sources (Kiona, Ciel du Cheval) and the AVA (Red Mountain), this pure Cabernet Sauvignon may come into its own with a bit more bottle age. Tasted prior to release, it's in a bit of a dumb phase, the fruit essentially in hiding. A hint of raspberry is there, cloaked in leafy notes, with a slightly chalky finish.",The Rookie,39,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Guardian 2008 The Rookie Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-cellars-2008-rookie-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Guardian 14,Red,France,"Notes of sweet oak spice infuse the chunky dark fruit notes of black berry, plum and cherry. The smooth mouth shows clean and lifting acidity partnered with approachable tannins, transitioning into a finish loaded with spicy flavors of black pepper and whole nutmeg.",Intemporelle,35,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Les Fusionels 2009 Intemporelle Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fusionels-2009-intemporelle-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Les Fusionels 11,Dessert,Italy,"An aromatic blend of Traminer and Sauvignon Blanc (with small percentages of Pinots Bianco and Grigio), Rodon is a clean dessert wine with chewy aromas of stone fruit and apricot with a touch of rubbery gum on the close.",Rodon Maso delle Rose,41,88,Italy Other,Vino da Tavola,,Josef Weger 2005 Rodon Maso delle Rose White (Vino da Tavola),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-weger-2005-rodon-maso-delle-rose-white-vino-tavola/,White Blend,2005,Josef Weger 13.5,Red,France,"This is a pretty, nicely balanced Rhône for immediate consumption. Attractive aromas of cherries, with hints of cocoa and cinnamon, give way to similar flavors couched in supple tannins. It's not a rustic powerhouse, but a surprisingly silky blend of 50% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 20% Mourvèdre.",Les Abeilles,12,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2006 Les Abeilles Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2006-abeilles-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Jean-Luc Colombo 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a fresh, zesty sparkling blend (Chardonnay with 10% Pinot Bianco for extra smoothness on the finish) that would pair with fried shrimps or spicy crab cakes. Peach, custard and toasted nut are prominent aromas.",Brut,30,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Lantieri de Paratico NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantieri-paratico-nv-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Lantieri de Paratico 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Big and boisterous on the nose, with ripe plum, berry, smoke and meaty aromas. Mouthfilling and edgy feeling, with bold berry and plum flavors that feature an herbal, peppery aftertaste. Earthy and herbal leaning on the lengthy finish.",,18,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Lagarde 12.5,Sparkling,US,"This 100% Pinot Noir is full bodied and ripe, with raspberry, strawberry, vanilla and yeast flavors. It's a little sweet, and the bubbles are scoury, but it sure is rich.",Brut de Noirs,28,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2008 Brut de Noirs Sparkling (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2008-brut-noirs-sparkling-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Laetitia 13.5,Red,Spain,"A touch murky and leafy at first, with vanilla and red fruit aromas. Runs crisp and tangy, with length, a lean structure and snappy pie cherry, red plum and vanilla flavors. Fresh and tight on the finish, with leftover juiciness. A good wine for tapas and basic salty foods.",Viña Real Plata Crianza,18,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,CVNE 2007 Viña Real Plata Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cvne-2007-vina-real-plata-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,CVNE 13.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy on first take, with baked berry and raisiny aromas. Comes across fresh in the mouth, with cleansing, almost citrusy acidity giving a jolt to roasted berry, tobacco and orange peel flavors. Earthy, dry and long on the finish.",Reserva,16,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Casa de la Reina 2005 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-reina-2005-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Casa de la Reina 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Shows good freshness and nice apple, lime and peach aromas. The acidity is there, so it's lithe and forward, with lift and a good bubble bead. Tastes like your basic brut but it's a bit more refined on the tongue.",Elyssia Gran Cuvée Brut,18,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Elyssia Gran Cuvée Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-elyssia-gran-cuvee-brut-sparkling-cava-139411/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Lots of deliciousness in this softly smooth sparkler. It's flattering in orange cream, strawberry, vanilla and toast flavors. Tastes a bit sweet, like a spoonful of sugar is in there, but it's polished and clean.",Brut Rosé,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Napa NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-napa-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-napa-valley-139721/,Sparkling Blend,,Mumm Napa 14,Red,Spain,"Fairly herbal and brushy on the nose, but good in the mouth, with firm tannins supporting herbal black fruit flavors that fold in chocolate and spice. Comes around as it airs, with tobacco and baking spices working the finish. A green-leaning blend of six grapes led by Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon.",,21,87,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Finca Constancia 2008 Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-constancia-2008-red-vino-tierra-castilla/,Red Blend,2008,Finca Constancia 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A brut-style wine, this bubbly is overtly sweet. It has sugary flavors of raspberries, strawberries, limes and yeast, and is fortunately balanced with crisp acidity.",XD,22,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia NV XD Sparkling (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-nv-xd-sparkling-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,Laetitia 14.5,Red,Italy,"A pleasant user friendly version of Barolo, it is a prime example of the richness and come hither personality of the 2003 vintage. Already fairly mature, it is soft with ripe fruit and smoky aromas, relatively low acidity, and a short medium finish.",,57,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pio Cesare 2003 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2003-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Pio Cesare ,Red,Austria,"Aged in 500-liter barrels, this wine has a very mineral character, packed with spice, juicy red berry fruits, and underlying dryness. For drinking now and over the next two years.",Steinweg,69,87,Eisenberg,,,Wachter Wiesler 2008 Steinweg Blaufränkisch (Eisenberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wachter-wiesler-2008-steinweg-other-red-blaufrankisch-eisenberg/,Blaufränkisch,2008,Wachter Wiesler 14.5,Red,US,"Strong in flavor and smooth in the mouth, this soft, juicy Syrah is like velvet made of blackberries, blueberries and chocolate. It is, in a word, delicious, and while it's somewhat sweet, the acidity and minerality balance it.",Anna's Estate Vineyard,28,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2008 Anna's Estate Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2008-annas-estate-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Adelaida 14.8,White,US,"Fog Crest's Chardonnays have been getting sweeter and oakier, it seems, and this is their most desserty-sweet yet. It's like a vanilla cream cocktail, infused with pineapple liqueur, with a slice of tangerine.",Estate Bottled,45,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fog Crest 2008 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-crest-2008-estate-bottled-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Fog Crest 12,Sparkling,Spain,"White fruits and candied apple aromas turn a little dusty with airing. The palate is crisp and standard, with no issues and juicy flavors of lightly sweetened apple, nectarine and citrus. Clean on the finish.",Brut Reserva,10,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava-139397/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 13.5,White,France,"This blend of Roussanne, Marsanne, Clairette and Grenache Blanc shows some plumpness on the midpalate thanks to lees contact rather than oak. Aromas are of struck flint and passion fruit, but the flavors are riper, skewing toward melon and nectarine yet remaining crisp and focused on the finish. Drink now.",,18,86,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Château la Canorgue 2010 White (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canorgue-2010-white-luberon/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Château la Canorgue 12,Rose,France,"From Vendôme on the River Loir north of the Loire itself, this is a dry, lightly perfumed wine with a tight tannic edge as well as bright citrus and pink grapefruit flavors. A rosé for food.",Montagne Blanche,,86,Loire Valley,Coteaux du Vendômois,,Les Vignerons du Vendômois 2010 Montagne Blanche Pineau d'Aunis (Coteaux du Vendômois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-vendomois-2010-montagne-blanche-other-red-pineau-daunis-coteaux-vendomois/,Pineau d'Aunis,2010,Les Vignerons du Vendômois 14,Red,Italy,"It begins with pleasant aromas of coffee and dark chocolate aromas mixed in with very ripe, plummy fruit, but also some volatility. On the palate, rich and fat, quite soft, the fruit was roasted and showed plenty of alcohol. Medium finish.",Scarrone,40,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Vietti 2005 Scarrone (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2005-scarrone-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2005,Vietti 14,Red,Peru,"Earthy, warm and ripe on the bouquet, with a baked element but also fruit that holds its form. Full but not overdone in the mouth, with restrained berry, plum and caramel flavors. Not pushy; subdued on the finish. Petit Verdot, Malbec and Tannat.",Sinfonía Tannat-Malbec-Petit Verdot,20,86,Ica,,,Tacama 2008 Sinfonía Tannat-Malbec-Petit Verdot Red (Ica),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tacama-2008-sinfonia-tannat-malbec-petit-verdot-red-ica/,Red Blend,2008,Tacama 15,Red,US,"Tastes too sweet by far, with sugared black cherry, currant, prune and tobacco flavors. The sweetness may be partially attributed to high alcohol. With thick tannins, this Zin is just too rustic to merit a higher score.",Pagani Ranch,35,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ridge 2009 Pagani Ranch Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2009-pagani-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Ridge 14.5,Red,US,"This blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Carignane sure did get ripe, but it's too fruity and simple, offering little beyond massive blackberry, blueberry, cherry and currant flavors. An only-in- California wine, it's easy to drink now if you need a full-bodied, tannic red.",Lytton Springs,35,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ridge 2009 Lytton Springs Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2009-lytton-springs-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Ridge 12.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Cherry/berry aromas are light and nice, and come with some toast. Good in the mouth, with weight but freshness. Tastes a bit sweet and sugary, with toasty edges and a finish of cherry and chocolate. Good for normal rosé Cava.",Aria Estate Pinot Noir,14,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria Estate Pinot Noir Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-estate-pinot-noir-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a grassy, dry element to the nose of this Brut Prosecco that resembles dried oregano or basil. Beyond that is a simple but fresh mouthfeel characterized by foamy perlage.",Costa d'Oro Brut,,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Scandolera NV Costa d'Oro Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scandolera-nv-costa-doro-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-137078/,Glera,,Scandolera 14.9,Red,US,"A big-boy Syrah named for the producer's daughter, this is a jammy, juicy, brown sugar and maple syrup kind of Syrah, with a great peppery nose and a lot of bacon fat flavors intermingled among the soft tannins.",Farrah,20,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Klinker Brick 2009 Farrah Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/klinker-brick-2009-farrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,2009,Klinker Brick 14.3,Red,US,"All is proper and well done in this Cabernet, from the dryness and smooth tannins to the flavors of blackberries, currants and cedar. It's a little thin, but the price is pretty good.",NAPA,13,86,California,Napa,Napa County,Kirkland Signature 2009 NAPA Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2009-napa-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Kirkland Signature 11,White,US,"Martha Clara's Riesling is dry in style yet soft on the palate with sweet tones of honeyed apples and white peach. Fresh and juicy with a mouthwatering acidity, it finishes on a puckery lemonade note.",,19,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2009 Riesling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2009-riesling-long-island-north-fork/,Riesling,2009,Martha Clara 14,Red,France,"With no oak (this blend of 80% Syrah and 20% Grenache is aged exclusively in stainless steel), this is a bright, fruit-forward example of Luberon rouge, medium bodied, with cherry fruit and subtle leather and spice nuances. Drink it over the next year or two.",Private Gallery Syrah-Grenache,12,86,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Marrenon 2009 Private Gallery Syrah-Grenache Red (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marrenon-2009-private-gallery-syrah-grenache-red-luberon/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Marrenon 14.2,Red,US,"This is a soft, simple wine. Although it has an attractive silkiness and savory raspberry, cola and cinnamon flavors, it's a little one-dimensional, so drink up.",Appellation Series,25,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mark West 2009 Appellation Series Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-west-2009-appellation-series-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Mark West 12.5,Sparkling,US,"The winery donates to breast cancer research and cure. The wine is pretty good, offering rich, sweet flavors of raspberries, oranges and limes.",Bubbles for Boobies,20,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,J. Keverson NV Bubbles for Boobies Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-keverson-nv-bubbles-for-boobies-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,,J. Keverson 14,Red,Chile,"High-toned and citric on the nose, with foresty spice and a whiff of the ocean. Tight and nervy in the mouth, with herbal, spicy red plum flavors that are true to the variety. Honest but a touch lean and fiery on the finish.",Classic,12,86,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2010 Classic Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2010-classic-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Viña Leyda 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Perfect for a glass or two before dinner, this light Prosecco Brut delivers crisp tones of citrus, white flower and lime juice. This cheerful Italian sparkling wine does a great job of keeping the palate refreshed and tonic.",Doro Brut,,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Le Vigne di Alice NV Doro Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-vigne-alice-nv-doro-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Le Vigne di Alice 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Here's a steely and tonic Brut Prosecco with drying mineral notes followed by white flower and dried herbs. The sharply sparkling nature of this wine would match appetizers topped by cream or cheese.,Brut,12,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Le Manzane 2010 Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-manzane-2010-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Le Manzane 12.5,White,Italy,"A small percentage of Trebbiano di Soave is added to this Garganega-based white wine and brings a touch of mineral or dried sage to the overall aromatic profile. This no-fuss, informal wine would pair with appetizers or salad lunches.",,13,86,Veneto,Soave,,Latium di Morini 2010 Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latium-morini-2010-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Latium di Morini 14.4,Red,US,"Lots of ripe, forward blackberry and cherry fruit in this likeable wine. It's a little on the sweet, simple side, but nicely crafted, and the price is good for what you get.",,11,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kirkland Signature 2008 Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2008-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2008,Kirkland Signature 14.5,Red,US,"This bottling is a commodity wine, comfortable delivering predictability. It's fine in blackberry, blueberry, cherry and oak flavors, wrapped into smooth tannins.",Jack London Vineyard,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2008 Jack London Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2008-jack-london-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kenwood 13.9,Red,US,"Lots of rich raspberry, cherry and blackberry fruit in this softly appealing wine. It's also pretty oaky. Not much going on below the surface, but it sure is a pretty surface.",Silver Anniversary,30,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Marilyn 2009 Silver Anniversary Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marilyn-2009-silver-anniversary-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Marilyn 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This pretty Brut expression of Prosecco presents a clean and straightforward style with lemon zest, white flowers and dried hay. It's a refreshing wine, without much complexity, that would pair with light summer appetizers.",Favrèl Brut,,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Malibràn NV Favrèl Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malibran-nv-favrel-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Malibràn ,White,France,"This mildly aromatic blend of Grenache Blanc, Roussanne and Vermentino marries apple and lime flavors into a fresh, citrusy white that persists nicely on the finish. Drink now.",Les Galets Dorés,14,86,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Mourgues du Grès 2010 Les Galets Dorés White (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mourgues-gres-2010-galets-dores-white-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Château Mourgues du Grès 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,A dusty mineral note of talc power or white stone opens the nose of this vineyard-designate Prosecco. The wine is simple and crisp in the mouth with a touch of fresh peach and basil on the soft close.,Vigneti del Fait Extra Dry,,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Scandolera NV Vigneti del Fait Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scandolera-nv-vigneti-del-fait-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-137082/,Glera,,Scandolera ,Red,Chile,"Basic aromas of spiced plum, cassis and black cherry set up a similar set of flavors, while the feel is pure, clean and easygoing. This is a no-nonsense, familiar type of mass-market Cabernet. It's generic in its approach and it doesn't vary much along the way.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,12,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,San Pedro 2007 Castillo de Molina Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2007-castillo-molina-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,San Pedro 14,Red,Chile,"Roasted smelling, with black olive, rubber and turned earth on the nose. Syrupy and dense, with jammy flavors of blackberry but not much spice, length or complexity. Finishes quick, with grabby tannins and jammy density.",Reserva,15,86,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Viña Tabalí 14.1,White,US,"A good Chardonnay that offers plenty of tropical fruit, pear and sweet, smoky oak flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. But Ridge hasn't been known as a source of great Chardonnay for years, and this '08 doesn't change that. It's seriously overpriced.",Monte Bello,60,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ridge 2008 Monte Bello Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2008-monte-bello-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2008,Ridge 13.8,Red,US,"A sound, everyday Cabernet, dry and smoothly tannic, with pleasant berry, herb and cedar flavors that finish a little sweet.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Louis M. Martini 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Louis M. Martini 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Clean, fruity and solid smelling, with a fresh, lightweight palate housing flavors of ginger, lime, lemongrass and powdered sugar. Easy on the finish. Textbook quaffing Cava if you like it a little sweet.",Extra Dry,10,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Extra Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-cava-139399/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 13,Red,Italy,"The nose is a lovely mix of violets, strawberry, and jasmin. The palate lacks the intensity of the nose, although the bright fruit floral elements still come through in a muted form. The finish is short to medium. An pleasant wine that needs a touch more concentration.",Madonna di Como,21,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Pietro Rinaldi 2005 Madonna di Como (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-rinaldi-2005-madonna-como-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2005,Pietro Rinaldi 12,White,France,"Pale gold in color. Dominant resiny aromas. Slightly funky with notes of honey, earthy mushroom and ripe stone fruit. Broad on the palate with similar earthy flavors prevailing, warm with some spice and creaminess. Fairly rich texture, but lacking freshness and a shortish finish.",,11,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Peter Weber 2007 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-weber-2007-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Peter Weber 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark fruits, leather, compost and burnt aromas blend together on the nose. The palate is tannic and gritty feeling, while black fruit and herbal flavors lead to a narrow, mildly bitter finish containing chocolate and coffee. Solid but hard and herbal.",Crianza,27,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Legaris 2008 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legaris-2008-crianza-tempranillo-tinta-fina-ribera-duero/,Tinta Fina,2008,Legaris 14.9,Red,US,"Shows lots of berry fruit, with touches of green olives, sweet herbs, cocoa, funky leather and cedar, wrapped into firm tannins. A funny wine. Good and rich, but struggles to achieve complex interest, especially at this price.",Melange de Vin Rouge Estate,56,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Landy Family Vineyards 2008 Melange de Vin Rouge Estate Red (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landy-family-2008-melange-vin-rouge-estate-red-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Landy Family Vineyards 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Zardetto's easy DOC Prosecco (from the newly enlarged production zone) offers a fresh and cheerful drinking experience with lime, green apple and drying mineral.",Brut,16,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Zardetto NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zardetto-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Zardetto 13.9,Red,US,"Nice and dry, with a good bite of firm tannins, but it's a little flat in the flavor profile. Shows decent cherry, berry, herb and cedar flavors that could be more vibrant and complex. But it is elegantly structured.",,50,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Twomey 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twomey-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Twomey 14.7,Red,US,"A vineyard change in 2008 moves the source of the grapes north from Red Mountain to the Royal Slope. Young vines yield rather tight, bare flavors, with sweet grain and vanilla components contributed by the oak barrel (just one barrel was produced).",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,30,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2008 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Mourvèdre (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2008-stillwater-creek-vineyard-mourvedre-columbia-valley-wa/,Mourvèdre,2008,:Nota Bene 12.5,Sparkling,Portugal,"Crisp and dry, this is a taut, nervy sparkling wine. It has kiwi and lime flavors, along with yeast. The acidity is a major element in its tight texture.",Velha Reserva Bruto,25,86,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Murganheira 2002 Velha Reserva Bruto Sparkling (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murganheira-2002-velha-reserva-bruto-sparkling-portuguese-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Portuguese Sparkling,2002,Murganheira 12.5,White,France,The latest vintage of Labouré-Roi's oak-aged Bourgogne Blanc is showing some good rich apple and pear flavors with a creamy texture and just the right amount of toasty oak. Gentle acidity completes a fine ensemble.,Maximum,16,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Labouré-Roi 2009 Maximum (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2009-maximum-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2009,Labouré-Roi 11,White,US,"Delicate on entry with a soft, honeydew sweetness, this dry Riesling builds in intensity on the midpalate with accumulating layers of white florals, lime juice and stone fruit flavors. Brisk with a zesty, clean acidity.",Dry,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Knapp 2010 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knapp-2010-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Knapp 14.3,Red,US,"This is a honey sweet Pinot Noir that can almost be a dessert wine. It's soft and very fruity, with jammy flavors of cherries, raspberries, vanilla, buttered toast and butterscotch. Drink it now.",Ex Vite,38,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2009 Ex Vite Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2009-ex-vite-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2009,Wrath ,Red,US,"Round, forward and fruity, this pleasant red does not scream out its varietal stamp, but it's a perfectly fine quaffer, a bit tart and short in the finish.",,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Locati Cellars 2008 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/locati-cellars-2008-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2008,Locati Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Peju's Merlots have been inconsistent. When they're good, they're quite good, but you never know. This 2008, from a less successful vintage, is all right. It's dry and tannic and soft in cherry and tobacco flavors. But there's not a lot going on. Drink up.",,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Peju 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Yeasty and gaseous at first, then earthy and smoky. The palate is crisp, wet and fresh, with dry plum, cherry and a hint of cooked brown sugar. Finishes solid and sweet, and overall the wine elicits little to no complaints.",Pinot Noir Brut Reserva Rosé,16,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Marqués de Gelida 2008 Pinot Noir Brut Reserva Rosé Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-gelida-2008-pinot-noir-brut-reserva-rose-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Marqués de Gelida 13.5,Red,US,"Lots of ripe, flashy cherry, mocha, licorice, spice and oak flavors in this dry wine, which is marked by the softness a nice Merlot should have. A good companion with almost anything calling for a medium-bodied red.",,12,86,California,California Other,California,Motos Liberty 2009 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/motos-liberty-2009-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Motos Liberty 13.5,Red,Spain,"Warm, jammy and lightly herbal smelling, with an overriding aroma of blueberry compote. Fairly full and concentrated on the palate, with herb-infused flavors of dark berry and plum. Plump, warm and chewy on what amounts to a solid finish.",,13,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Montebuena 2009 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montebuena-2009-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Montebuena 14,Red,Italy,"The color is already showing a serious brown edge, and the wine is fully mature and ready to drink. The nose is interesting, with aromas of licorice, apricot and violets. On the palate it proves to be quite soft, and the flavors are more muted than the nose seemed to have promised. For a 2001, it should have a little more stuffing, but it is still a pleasant wine.",Roere Riserva,40,86,Piedmont,Barolo,,Monchiero 2001 Roere Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monchiero-2001-roere-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2001,Monchiero 13.5,White,Spain,"Grassy and oily smelling and then you'll find a thick, oily palate with honey and lychee flavors. Not very zesty, so it's kind of clumsy and dense, with a chunky finish and bitterness. Decent acidity is what keeps its head above water.",Botani Moscatel Seco,19,86,Andalucia,Málaga,,Jorge Ordóñez & Co. 2010 Botani Moscatel Seco Moscatel (Málaga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorge-ordonez-co-2010-botani-moscatel-seco-muscat-moscatel-malaga/,Moscatel,2010,Jorge Ordóñez & Co. 13,White,France,"Attractive open yellow fruits have produced a wine that is so soft. Its texture is light, with a citrus character that runs with the wood. The finish has a more mineral texture.",,50,86,Burgundy,Meursault,,Jaffelin 2008 Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2008-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Jaffelin 13.6,Red,US,"Tart to the point of sour, this hints at cherry fruit, with toasted grain and cracker flavors equally strong. The wine seems just on the edge of ripe; definitely for those who seek high acid flavors.",Block 3,30,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2009 Block 3 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2009-block-3-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Gordon Brothers 13.5,Red,US,"A solid wine for everyday drinking when Cabernet is the desired wine. Shows firm tannins and forward flavors of black currants and cedar, with a long, spicy finish.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,Greystone 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greystone-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Greystone 13.9,White,US,"Lots of Chardonnay pleasure in this everyday, affordable wine. It's dry and creamy, with fine pineapple, lime and toast flavors. A real bargain for big parties.",Lot 11,10,86,California,California Other,California,Grayson 2010 Lot 11 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grayson-2010-lot-11-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Grayson 14.9,White,US,"Not the best Tinaquiac to come along in recent years. Even though the new oak is a relatively modest 25%, it seems over-oaked, dripping with buttered toast and caramel flavors that overshadow the underlying citrus and tropical fruits.",Tinaquiac Vineyard,34,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2010 Tinaquiac Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2010-tinaquiac-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Foxen 14.3,Red,US,"Soft and sweet in milk chocolate and blackberry jam flavors. A simple, tasty wine at a pretty good price for what you get.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Highway 12 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highway-12-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Highway 12 13.7,Red,Argentina,"Opens with aromas of mint and latex, then the oak rises up, leaving vanilla and sawdust scents. Dry tannins and good size set up a minty-tasting flavor profile with resin and wild berry flavors. Finishes with anise and licorice, and just enough acidity to keep it balanced.",Elevated,15,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,High Note 2010 Elevated Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/high-note-2010-elevated-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,High Note 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Fairly leesy on the nose, with banana, creamy vanilla and other soft aromas. The palate is prickly, with pithy citrus and apple flavors. Finishes dry, with white pepper notes. Good but doesn't go beyond the basics.",X Reserva Brut Nature,22,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Evohé NV X Reserva Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evohe-nv-x-reserva-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Evohé 14.5,White,US,"This is an elegantly constructed wine. It's not especially rich, but subtle in citrus fruit, roasted nut, jasmine, vanilla and oak flavors, brightened with notable acidity. A note of green sage is distracting.",,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2010 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2010-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Freemark Abbey 13.5,Red,France,"Although this is aimed at a slightly higher target than Beaubois's entry-level Expression cuvée, it comes across as just slightly more tannic, with a fine balance of blackberries, olives and earth on the midpalate but a touch of coarseness to the finish. 80% Syrah, 20% Grenache. Drink 2012–2015.",Elegance,16,86,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Beaubois 2009 Elegance Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaubois-2009-elegance-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château Beaubois 13.5,Rose,France,"A very pale rosé, matching the latest European trend, and drinking very much like a white wine, with flinty, passion fruit aromas and showing just the merest hint of strawberry on the palate. Turns chalky on the finish.",Le Châtaignier,16,86,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Domaine de la Citadelle 2010 Le Châtaignier Rosé (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-citadelle-2010-le-chataignier-rose-luberon/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de la Citadelle 12.5,White,France,"Lemon scented wine, freshly dominated by citrus and white peach flavors. The wine is light, its acidity giving a final burst of juiciness.",Cuvée Tradition,,86,Corse Porto Vecchio,,,Domaine de Granajolo 2010 Cuvée Tradition Vermentino (Corse Porto Vecchio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-granajolo-2010-cuvee-tradition-italian-white-vermentino-corse-porto-vecchio/,Vermentino,2010,Domaine de Granajolo 13,White,Italy,"This Soave Classico offers aromas of mature melon, peach and a touch of pink grapefruit. It definitely boasts a thick, dense style with fresh acidity on the close.",Ca' de Nà,,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Domìni Veneti 2010 Ca' de Nà (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2010-ca-na-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Domìni Veneti 14.1,White,US,"A fun, easy wine with lots to like. It's a little sweet, but nicely crisp in acidity, with tantalizing citrus fruit, white flower, vanilla and butter flavors. A dash of Riesling, Muscat and Viognier fattens up the blend.",The Climber,14,86,California,California Other,California,Clif Family 2010 The Climber Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clif-family-2010-climber-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Clif Family ,Red,US,"The blend includes 10% each portions of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Cherry and plum fruit flavors, with medium concentration and backing acidity.",,30,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DaMa 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dama-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,DaMa 14,Red,Spain,"Starts with rubbery, flat berry aromas but rounds out with air. It's tight and rocking with tannins as dark fruit flavors take control. Shows weight and darkness on the finish. Grenache, Carignan and Cabernet Sauvignon.",Sàtirs Negre,18,86,Northern Spain,Empordà,,Celler Arché Pagès 2005 Sàtirs Negre Red (Empordà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/celler-arche-pages-2005-satirs-negre-red-emporda/,Red Blend,2005,Celler Arché Pagès 13.5,Red,Spain,"Sweet blueberry, dry wood, sawdust, vanilla and toast aromas lead to a chunky palate with jammy berry flavors accented by fairly forceful oak. Finishes similarly, with ample barrel influence, vanilla and medium length.",Vendimia Seleccionada Selección,15,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Muriel 2009 Vendimia Seleccionada Selección (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muriel-2009-vendimia-seleccionada-seleccion-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas Muriel 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This historic brand is the godfather of the massively successful Prosecco movement today. This DOC expression from the Treviso subzone offers pristine citrus, peach and talc powder aromas.",Brut,18,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Carpenè Malvolti NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpene-malvolti-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Carpenè Malvolti 14.4,Red,US,"“Rich” doesn't even begin to describe this Pinot. The fruit is front and center, blasting off with raspberries and cherries imposingly rich and sweet. Flavor is the star, at the cost of complexity. Drink now.",Tondré Grapefield,39,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Wrath 2009 Tondré Grapefield Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2009-tondre-grapefield-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Wrath 14.7,Red,US,"Lots of raspberry, cherry, vanilla and new oak richness in this Pinot Noir, and it's dry and silky. Would score higher except for intrusive acidity that cuts through the mouth like a scalpel. That makes it unbalanced, even though it's delicious.",Durell Vineyard,55,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Three Sticks 2008 Durell Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-sticks-2008-durell-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Three Sticks 14.5,White,US,"A little closed still, Simaine's SB is very lemony with good balance of acidity though the finish veers sour. From organic, dry-farmed grapes.",Larry Venturi Vineyards,18,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Simaine Cellars 2010 Larry Venturi Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simaine-cellars-2010-larry-venturi-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Simaine Cellars 15.8,Red,US,"A dense, candied, cherry-infused Sangiovese that's thick in texture, syrup-like, very ripe with intriguing clove and pomegranate flavors. Made from organically grown, dry-farmed grapes. The alcohol is high.",Larry Venturi Vineyard,25,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Simaine Cellars 2009 Larry Venturi Vineyard Sangiovese (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simaine-cellars-2009-larry-venturi-vineyard-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sangiovese,2009,Simaine Cellars 14.1,White,US,"The tech sheet for this wine nicely mentions how the vineyard is surrounded by both 100-year-old walnut trees and, what do you know?, marijuana. Does either influence the wine? It does show a muskiness but really its strengths are steely drops of extreme lemon, most decidedly on the long, exuberant finish.",,15,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Rock Wall 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2010-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Rock Wall 13.7,White,US,A lighter-style Chardonnay with lemony zest and the minerality of a Sauvignon Blanc that's perfectly quaffable and a very fair price.,McFadden Farm,16,87,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,McFadden 2010 McFadden Farm Chardonnay (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcfadden-2010-farm-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,McFadden 13.9,Red,US,"There's a lovely dryness and elegance of mouthfeel to this Pinot Noir that make it instantly appealing. True, it could be richer. But for the price and case availability, it's a pretty polished wine. Shows tart, bitter cherry, cranberry and cola flavors, with a deft touch of smoky oak.",,23,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 2009 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2009-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Husch 14.9,Red,US,"True to Amador's brawnier style, this Zin is still tightly tannic but shows ripe black cherry and blackberry flavor with plenty of dark chocolate and cocoa powder. Made from old-vine, sustainably grown grapes, it's priced fairly and should open with age. Pair with a thick piece of meat.",Rocky Top Vineyard,17,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2008 Rocky Top Vineyard Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2008-rocky-top-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Sobon Estate 14.5,Red,US,"There's a lot of black pepper, briar and sage in this Sangiovese, Primitivo and Grenache blend, although it offers enough cherry fruit to satisfy. It's very dry, and the tannins are such that the wine needs rich meats and cheeses to soften and mellow it.",Tre Stellina,24,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Villa Toscano 2007 Tre Stellina Red (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-toscano-2007-tre-stellina-red-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Red Blend,2007,Villa Toscano 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Thanks to its prolific bottle numbers and excellent distribution, Villa Sandi is a brand you are likely to run into often. That's great news because the estate offers value and an authentic window into Prosecco tradition. This sparkler delivers dried hay, white flowers, peach and honeysuckle.",Extra Dry,18,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Villa Sandi NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-141483/,Glera,,Villa Sandi 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's an easy sparkling wine from the Franciacorta region near Milan in northern Italy that delivers tones of pressed rose, stone fruit and candied lemon rind. It finishes with tight, crisp acidity and steely effervescence.",Extra Brut,,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ricci Curbastro NV Extra Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricci-curbastro-nv-extra-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Ricci Curbastro 13,White,US,"What a nice Sauvignon Blanc, so savory and rich in fruit. It's a little sweet, with a honeyed edge to the peach, pineapple, lemon and green grass flavors. Nice with an Asian-style chicken salad with ginger and spices. From Mason.",,10,87,California,California Other,California,Pomelo 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomelo-2009-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Pomelo 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,This luminous Prosecco Superiore opens with dry aromas of hay and talc powder followed by pressed rose and lemon zest. All that dryness is enhanced by a touch of crushed white pepper.,Cuvée di Boj Brut,20,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Valdo NV Cuvée di Boj Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdo-nv-cuvee-boj-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Valdo 14.5,Red,US,"A bit common and rugged, with gentle tannins and sweet, jammy raspberry and cherry fruit. Hard to say if it has a future, so keep trying it over the next three years.",,38,87,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Wattle Creek 2009 Pinot Noir (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2009-pinot-noir-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Wattle Creek ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dry in style, with a firm and tannic backbone. The wine also has acidity, giving it a stylish edge of dry, stalky fruit and raisins. The aftertaste is sweeter, softer.",Collector Reserva,22,87,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto NV Collector Reserva (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-nv-collector-reserva-port-142105/,Port,,Ramos-Pinto 13.7,Red,US,"Light berry fruit, pleasingly spiced, with the natural acidity of Sangiovese and a light touch with the tannins. It all makes for a light and very pretty wine.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Trio Vintners 2008 Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trio-vintners-2008-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,2008,Trio Vintners 13,Red,France,"A chunky, corpulent Côtes du Rhône to quaff with rustic, full-flavored dishes, the Perrin brothers' Réserve bottling features alluring aromas of cherry, sandalwood and clove, plenty of bright cherry fruit and a fresh, reasonably long finish. Drink it now and over the next couple of years.",Réserve,11,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Perrin & Fils 2006 Réserve Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2006-reserve-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Perrin & Fils 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a very pleasing Prosecco Superiore with firm, tonic effervescence and tight aromas of citrus, peach and yellow flower. You'll also like the savory, flinty note that characterizes the finish.",Animae Brut Millesimato,,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Perlage 2010 Animae Brut Millesimato (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perlage-2010-animae-brut-millesimato-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Perlage 14.5,Red,France,Marrenon's luxury cuvée aged in oak is 90% Grenache and 10% Syrah and is full-bodied without being tough or overly muscular. Cherry preserves are wrapped in a coat of coffee- and chocolate-tinged oak. Drink now and over the next couple of years.,Orca,19,87,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Marrenon 2008 Orca Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marrenon-2008-orca-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Marrenon 13.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy and lightly baked on the bouquet, with raspberry and plum aromas along with grassy notes and spice. The palate is medium in size and juicy, with fresh, lightly oaked berry and herbal plum flavors. Not heavy or overbearing.",Signa Crianza,13,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de la Concordia 2007 Signa Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-concordia-2007-signa-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Marqués de la Concordia 13.5,Red,US,"Lots of lush, ripe richness in this smooth drinking Petite Sirah. The blackberry, black currant, chocolate and sandalwood flavors are delicious. Pretty good price for the quality.",,13,87,California,California Other,California,Masked Rider 2007 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masked-rider-2007-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2007,Masked Rider 12.5,Red,France,"From organically grown vineyards, this is a medium-bodied blend of Grenache, Carignan and Syrah, with crisply defined fruit notes of black cherries and hints of coffee, sage and baking spices. Drink it over the next 9–12 months.",Rouge,15,87,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Mas du Fadan 2010 Rouge Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-fadan-2010-rouge-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Mas du Fadan 14.7,Red,US,"There's an enormous blast of raspberry and cherry pie filling in this Pinot Noir, as well as an elaborate coating of sweet, caramelized oak. Below that, you won't find much else. It's all razzle dazzle, but few world Pinot Noirs can achieve this level of flash.",Fiddlestix Vineyard,48,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Pali 2009 Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2009-fiddlestix-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pali 14.5,Red,US,"Dense and bold in fruit and cinnamon spice, a whopper of a wine from Virginia. Full bodied with richly extracted blueberry, blackberry, and dried fig flavors, it could use a few years to smooth out all the grippy tannins. Enjoy now with a good decanting.",Josie's Knoll,21,87,Virginia,Monticello,,Lovingston 2010 Josie's Knoll Cabernet Franc (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lovingston-2010-josies-knoll-cabernet-franc-monticello/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Lovingston 12,Sparkling,France,"Orange-tinted rosé, a rounded, soft and peach-flavored wine. It has fine freshness, soft acidity and a ripe aftertaste. An attractive apéritif style.",Rosé Brut,48,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte 13.5,Red,France,"Assertive aromas of rosemary, thyme and laurel dominate the bouquet of this medium-weight wine. Flavors of high-toned black cherry and boysenberry keep the mouth fresh and the finish mouthwatering.",Domaine St Roch,17,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Fitou,,Mont Tauch 2007 Domaine St Roch Red (Fitou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-tauch-2007-domaine-st-roch-red-fitou/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Mont Tauch 14.5,Red,US,"This has not been one of Duckhorn's most successful bottlings over the years. It's inconsistent. This '07 is sweet and jammy in raspberries, cherries and blackberries, with plenty of caramelized oak adding to the sweetness. Delicious and classy, but lacks a certain something, especially at this price.",Rector Creek Vineyard,85,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2007 Rector Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2007-rector-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Duckhorn 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Concentrated aromas of dark berries and juicy plum are laced with accents of licorice root and wild game. The round mouth shows a bit more of an herbal component with flavors of bark and forest floor, and a spicy pepper note remains on the close.",The Glass Collection,20,87,Stellenbosch,,,Glenelly 2009 The Glass Collection Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenelly-2009-glass-collection-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2009,Glenelly 15,White,US,"Enormously ripe, with pineapple, lime, tangerine and green apple flavors that show the dry heat of this eastern part of the Santa Ynez Valley. The acidity tastes added on, but welcome, providing savory relief to the richness.",Vogelzang Vineyard,26,87,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Foxen 2010 Vogelzang Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2010-vogelzang-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Foxen 14.8,Red,US,"With a soft, silky mouthfeel and a great big burst of black pepper, this is a classic Sonoma Zin. It's ripe in blackberries and currants, with a briary taste of anise and wild chamomile. Good now with barbecue.",The Sophisticate,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Four Vines 2009 The Sophisticate Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-vines-2009-sophisticate-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Four Vines 15,Red,US,"The alcohol is a little high on this Zin, giving it some burn. But it's very smooth and velvety in texture, with complex, pleasing wild berry, anise, pepper and sandalwood flavors. Classic Paso Zin for drinking with roasted or grilled meats and poultry.",Biker,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Four Vines 2009 Biker Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-vines-2009-biker-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,Four Vines 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This Riserva sparkling wine is simple and linear with light brushes of crushed stone and talc powder followed by peach, Golden Delicious apple and pear. It finishes with toasted almond and hazelnut.",Riserva del Fondatore Brut,,87,,Trento,,Fondazione Edmund Mach 2006 Riserva del Fondatore Brut Sparkling (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fondazione-edmund-mach-2006-riserva-fondatore-brut-sparkling-trento/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Fondazione Edmund Mach 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Full and forward smelling, with generic, slightly hot berry aromas. Feels good and tight, with a firm structure and sweet, lush red berry flavors. Narrows down on the finish, focusing on ripeness and red fruit. Nothing sour or astringent here.",,,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Filus 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filus-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Filus 12,White,US,"While delicate on the nose with scents of orange blossoms and fresh apples, there's a density on the palate of this dry Riesling that adds structure and style. Brisk with lemon-line acidity, its clean finish ends with a zesty lemon pith note.",Dry,15,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2010 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2010-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Konstantin Frank 14.4,Red,US,"This is a soft and easy-to-drink Zinfandel. A blend of Dry Creek and Russian River fruit, it has ripe wild berry, mocha, licorice and pepper flavors, with a touch of sweet oak.",Sonoma County Selection,40,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gary Farrell 2009 Sonoma County Selection Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2009-sonoma-county-selection-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Gary Farrell 14.3,White,US,"A somewhat standard Chardonnay, ripe in green apples, tropical and citrus fruits and honey, with the requisite jacket of toasty oak. Shows a refreshing acidity.",Carneros Selection,32,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gary Farrell 2009 Carneros Selection Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2009-carneros-selection-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Gary Farrell 14.4,Red,US,"Shows plenty of Cabernet character in the blackberry and black currant flavors, enhanced with oak, and the firm tannins. A good wine, maybe a little overpriced for what you get. Drink now and over the next four years.",,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Freemark Abbey 13.7,Red,US,"A lush, soft Cab Franc, if a little one-dimensional. Shows pleasant cherry, herb and cedar flavors, wrapped into firm tannins, and the finish is totally dry. Drink now.",MacAllister Vineyard,46,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Eponymous 2009 MacAllister Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eponymous-2009-macallister-vineyard-cabernet-franc-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Eponymous 14.5,Red,US,"A forward style, with a generous (14%) Syrah component, this fruity Cabernet tastes of fresh raspberries and cherries. It finishes with some citrusy, chalky acidity and just a hint of green fruit, not quite integrated into the rest of the flavors.",Indian Wells,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-indian-wells-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13,Rose,France,"A bubbly, exuberant-smelling rosé, medium flamingo-pink in hue, with plenty of weight on the palate. It's a bit broad, but the peach and strawberry flavors are successfully enlivened by a peppery finish.",Terrasses,14,87,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Château Pesquié 2010 Terrasses Rosé (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pesquie-2010-terrasses-rose-ventoux/,Rosé,2010,Château Pesquié 13.5,Red,France,"A pleasant, easy-drinking wine with potent cassis aromas and a dark undercurrant of earthiness and cola. Not overdone or heavy, it has silky tannins that make it immediately approachable.",La Coste d'Aleyrac Pic Saint-Loup,16,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château de Lancyre 2004 La Coste d'Aleyrac Pic Saint-Loup Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lancyre-2004-la-coste-daleyrac-pic-saint-loup-red-coteaux/,Red Blend,2004,Château de Lancyre 12.5,Rose,France,"Fits the fashion for very pale rosé, with delicate pink color and aromas of struck flint and passion fruit. In the mouth, it's mouthwatering and plump, with peachy notes and a bit of lime zest to finish. Drink now.",,18,87,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Château la Canorgue 2010 Rosé (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canorgue-2010-rose-luberon/,Rosé,2010,Château la Canorgue 14,Red,France,"This blend of 60% Syrah, 40% Grenache starts off with scents of charred beef and smoke, then adds coffee and blackberry flavors to give it plenty of complexity. The tannins are soft, lingering on the finish with traces of caramel and vanilla. Drink it now and over the next few years.",Cuvée Prestige,17,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château du Donjon 2003 Cuvée Prestige Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-donjon-2003-cuvee-prestige-red-minervois/,Red Blend,2003,Château du Donjon 5,Sparkling,Italy,"Soapy and musky with aromas of scented candle and perfumed flower, Giorgia is a light and delicately sweet Moscato d'Asti. Pair this pretty dessert wine with chopped fruit salad.",Giorgia,,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Cascina La Ghersa 2010 Giorgia (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ghersa-2010-giorgia-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2010,Cascina La Ghersa 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This ruby-colored Lambrusco from the Modena area of central Italy offers pleasing aromas of forest berry, raspberry, white almond and a touch of chopped mint. It delivers a crisp, but dry finish that would pair with cheese-filled pasta or ravioli in butter sauce. It's simple, clean and very easy to drink.",,,87,Central Italy,Lambrusco di Modena,,Cantina della Volta 2009 Lambrusco di Modena,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-della-volta-2009-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-modena/,Lambrusco,2009,Cantina della Volta 13,Sparkling,US,"Lots to like in this dryish to slightly sweet brut. It has polished lime, strawberry, vanilla and yeasty flavors. The all-important texture of the bubbles is a little rough and scoury.",Brut Classic,22,87,California,California Other,California,Chandon NV Brut Classic Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-nv-brut-classic-sparkling-california-140121/,Sparkling Blend,,Chandon 14,Red,Argentina,"Foxy aromas are in the lead, backed by milk chocolate, a pinch of volatility and minty berry. The feel is good, with candied, herbal flavors of sweet berry and cassis. Sweet, sturdy and still a bit foxy on the finish.",Estate Selection,27,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Chakana 2010 Estate Selection Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chakana-2010-estate-selection-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Chakana 12.5,Red,Uruguay,"Baked, sweet, heavy aromas turn earthy with time. There's a lot of size and weight to the palate, but it stays lively and shows balance. Toast, blackberry, coffee and spice flavors lead to a dry, tannic finish. Flavorful but not what you'd call elegant. Cab Franc, Tannat, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.",El Preciado Gran Reserva,50,87,San Jose,,,Castillo Viejo 2005 El Preciado Gran Reserva Red (San Jose),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-viejo-2005-el-preciado-gran-reserva-red-san-jose/,Red Blend,2005,Castillo Viejo 13,Sparkling,Italy,"From Italy's premier metodo classico sparkling wine region, this bright Franciacorta offers toasted notes of almond and baked bread backed by fresh tones of peach and citrus. In the mouth, it offers light, crisp informality with loads of fresh fruit and peach on the close.",Brut,,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Castelveder NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelveder-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Castelveder 13.5,Red,US,"Too tannic and heavy for a Pinot. Although the raspberry, cherry and oak flavors are rich, it lacks the subtlety you want in a fine California Pinot Noir. Earns an extra point for depth of fruit, and a certain intellectual value.",Reserve,55,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos du Val 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Clos du Val 13,Red,Spain,"Dusty up front, with leather, red plum and berry aromas. Focused and snappy in the mouth, with forward cherry and plum flavors. Finishes toasty and peppery, and overall this is a juicy wine with crispness, good fruit and spice.",Faustino VII,11,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Faustino 2009 Faustino VII (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-faustino-2009-vii-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas Faustino 14.8,Red,US,"Marked by rich, ripe fruit, this Cabernet explodes in blackberries, cherries and cedar. There's an earthy-sweet richness, like milk chocolate, and the tannins are thick, but soft, like velvet. Ready to drink now.",Lot 290,22,87,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Cameron Hughes 2008 Lot 290 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2008-lot-290-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Cameron Hughes 14.7,Red,US,"So sweetly extracted now in raspberries and cherries, it's almost like a cola drink. Wants a squirt of carbonation to bring acidity and liveliness. Defines the extracted style of Pinot Noir, all fruit. Impressive, but lacking structural interest. Could conceivably come around in the cellar.",The Dark Corner Doctors Vineyard,48,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Calicaro 2009 The Dark Corner Doctors Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calicaro-2009-dark-corner-doctors-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Calicaro 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Prior Brut is the kind of well-priced wine you'll want to have in ample supply at outdoor functions or midday weddings. It's fresh, tonic and tight with white flower and stone fruit nuances.",Prior Brut,15,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Bortolomiol NV Prior Brut (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolomiol-nv-prior-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Glera,,Bortolomiol 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a fine, pristine quality to this sparkling wine that underlines its age and overall elegance. It delivers aromas of candied fruit, honey, butterscotch and caramel.",Brut Vintage Riserva,40,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bersi Serlini 2002 Brut Vintage Riserva (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bersi-serlini-2002-brut-vintage-riserva-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2002,Bersi Serlini 13.5,Red,Spain,"Clearly a classic Rioja with its oak spice, tobacco and dried currant aromas. Fresh and crisp on the palate, with citrusy, almost cutting red fruit flavors and dry spice galore. Light and cleansing on the finish. Drink now through 2014.",Viña Alarde Reserva,15,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Berberana 2006 Viña Alarde Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berberana-2006-vina-alarde-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Berberana 12,Sparkling,US,"A nice, easy to like bubbly that shows why Korbel dominates the market at this price. It's dry and rich in citrus, vanilla, yeasty dough and charred, smoky flavors. Easy to find, with 20,000 cases produced.",Natural,16,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Korbel 2008 Natural Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-2008-natural-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Korbel 12,Red,US,"Crushed grains of paradise and dried tarragon add a spicy dimension to softer, sweeter notes of graham cracker and sweet red fruit on the palate of Knapp's Cabernet Franc. Brisk and clean with marked acidity, it finishes on a brambly, fall foliage note.",,15,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Knapp 2009 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knapp-2009-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Knapp 15.8,Red,US,"No mistaking the American oak that's been wrapped around this wine, lending a fennel sweetness to its otherwise juicy red fruit. The 15.8% alcohol is also quite, shall we say, present.",Old Vine,18,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Klinker Brick 2009 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/klinker-brick-2009-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2009,Klinker Brick 12.5,Rose,France,"A delicious bone dry rosé, so fresh and lively with its vivid acidity lightening up the red fruits and offering great accompaniment to so many dishes.",,,87,Loire Valley,Coteaux du Giennois,,Hubert Veneau 2010 Red (Coteaux du Giennois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hubert-veneau-2010-red-coteaux-giennois/,Red Blend,2010,Hubert Veneau 14.5,Red,France,"This may lack the silky completeness of Gros's 2007 Côté Terroir, but this open-knit blend of 50% Grenache, 25% Carignan and 25% Syrah still delivers a bold mouthful of plum and roasted meat flavors. Drink now.",Pourquois Pas,25,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Luberon,,Guillaume Gros 2007 Pourquois Pas Red (Côtes du Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guillaume-gros-2007-pourquois-pas-red-cotes-luberon/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Guillaume Gros 14.1,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend, based on Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec, is a little sweet in blackberries, cassis, plum jam, milk chocolate and spicy sandalwood, but the sweetness is balanced by acidity and rich tannins. Drink it now with some nice grilled beef.",Booker Vineyard Lineage,34,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Grey Wolf Cellars 2008 Booker Vineyard Lineage Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grey-wolf-cellars-2008-booker-vineyard-lineage-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Grey Wolf Cellars 14.6,Red,US,"This Pinot is all about upfront raspberries, cherries, cola and sweet red plums, accented with smoky, caramelized oak. It's not one to age, but offers plenty of rich, California-style ripeness now.",Eight Two Eight,52,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Heart O' The Mountain 2008 Eight Two Eight Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heart-o-mountain-2008-eight-two-eight-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Heart O' The Mountain 12,White,US,"So light and crisp on the palate, this dainty dry Riesling is wonderfully refreshing. Perfumed on the nose and palate with notes of jasmine tea and white florals, it's balanced by a brisk lime acidity and a soft nectarine sweetness that lingers on the finish.",Homestead Reserve,18,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2010 Homestead Reserve Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazlitt-1852-2010-homestead-reserve-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,1852,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"This soft, juicy Cab Franc is fine for drinking now with a nice steak. It's almost sweet in cherry, tobacco and green herb flavors, with a pretty touch of oak and gentle tannins.",,24,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Lang & Reed 2009 Cabernet Franc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lang-reed-2009-cabernet-franc-north-coast/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Lang & Reed 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Herbal aromas are balanced by plenty of red fruit character. It's tough and tannic in the mouth, so food is almost a must. Tastes of herbal berry and stewed plums, and that's followed by a roasted, herbal finish. Tough in feel but honest in flavor.",,28,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2009 Cabernet Franc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2009-cabernet-franc-mendoza/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Lagarde 14,Red,South Africa,"Sweet accents of vanilla bean and cedar spice up the red plum and raspberry core of this wine. Creamy and round in the mouth with soft tannins and a medium-length finish, this is a wine that's easy to enjoy now.",,11,87,Western Cape,,,La Capra Presented by Fairview 2010 Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capra-presented-by-fairview-2010-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,2010,La Capra Presented by Fairview 13.9,White,US,"This unoaked Chardonnay is bright with lemon and green apple flavors, almost a little too bright, its acidity bracing in its intensity. Lemon lovers, this one's for you.",Francine's Selection,13,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Toad Hollow 2010 Francine's Selection Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hollow-2010-francines-selection-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Toad Hollow 12,Sparkling,US,"Lots of rich, yeasty citrus and strawberry flavors in this dry, elegant sparkler. The bubbly texture could be more refined, but it's a nice Champagne-style wine.",Brut,23,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate NV Brut Sparkling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-nv-brut-sparkling-anderson-valley-139723/,Sparkling Blend,,Roederer Estate 13.2,Rose,US,"A good rosé, fruity and spicy and crisp in acids. It's a bit on the sweet side, but otherwise offers pleasant flavors of strawberries, raspberries, herb tea and spices.",Saignée,18,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2010 Saignée Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2010-saignee-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2010,Wrath 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and heavy from the beginning, with thick berry, smoked meat, olive and earthy aromas. Concentrated and stout in the mouth, with blackberry, blueberry and chocolate flavors mixed with herbs and big tannins. Sweet berry and mocha flavors control the finish.",Secreto,14,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2010 Secreto Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2010-secreto-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2010,Viu Manent 13,Red,France,There is some weight on this young tasting wine. The tannins are beginning to allow the red berry and damson fruits to open up. Touches of wood round it out for aging.,La Brigardière Vieilles Vignes,24,87,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Château Philippe-le-Hardi 2009 La Brigardière Vieilles Vignes (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-philippe-le-hardi-2009-brigardiere-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,2009,Château Philippe-le-Hardi 14.2,Red,US,"Too strong and extracted in blackberry and cherry fruit, almost like pure jam, a sweet, candied impression that the caramel of new oak compounds. Feels like the winemaker tried too hard to make it flashy. Pretty good, but could use restraint and finesse.",Estate,48,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Blue Rock 2009 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-rock-2009-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Blue Rock ,White,France,"A blend of 65% Grenache Blanc and 35% Roussanne, this is a fresh, lively blend, imbued with understated orange and melon fruit flavors and a slightly briny note. Drink this refreshing, medium-bodied white over the next 6–9 months.",Rhône Paradox Blanc,,87,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Mas Neuf 2010 Rhône Paradox Blanc White (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mas-neuf-2010-rhone-paradox-blanc-white-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Château Mas Neuf 13,Red,US,"Densely fruited and full in body, this Pinot offers a whopping mouthful of rich, preserved plum flavor flecked with hints of burnt sugar and dried herbs. Bright acidity and soft, smooth tannins add finesse and elegance.",,20,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 2007 Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-2007-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2007,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a soft, musky Moscato d'Asti that delivers foamy mousse and fragrant aromas of peach blossom, lemon cream and honeysuckle. The sweet wine offers impressive heft and staying power as well.",,18,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Luca Bosio 2010 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosio-2010-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2010,Luca Bosio 14,Red,Italy,"The color is showing serious signs of browning, and the nose already has mushroom and very earthy aromas mingled in with the fresh fruit. Probably at its peak, and unlikely to get better, it is however a nice example of a mature Barolo, but not a wine for the long term.",,43,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Beni di Batasiolo 2003 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2003-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Beni di Batasiolo 12,Rose,US,"Soft and juicy with abundant white peach and berry flavors, Belhurst's rosé is on the sweeter side of dry, but clean and focused on the palate. Refreshing yet substantial in body, it's perfect as an apéritif or an accompaniment to chicken or seafood.",Dry,19,87,New York,New York Other,New York,Belhurst 2010 Dry Rosé (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belhurst-2010-dry-rose-other/,Rosé,2010,Belhurst 13,Red,US,"Rich, ripe blackberry preserves, vanilla and toasted coconut flavors make this full bodied Cab Franc feel deliciously warm and generous in style. A sharp whiff of graphite and lean acidity on the midpalate add structure and balance on the finish.",,25,87,New York,New York Other,New York,Belhurst 2009 Cabernet Franc (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belhurst-2009-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Belhurst 12,Sparkling,France,"Perfumed raspberry flavors dominate this soft wine. It has an edge of crisp citrus, with orange zest to go with the acidity. The wine's main character is gentle, fresh and light.",Grand Rosé Brut,45,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Beaumont des Crayères NV Grand Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaumont-des-crayeres-nv-grand-rose-brut-champagne-142150/,Champagne Blend,,Beaumont des Crayères 12.8,White,US,"Nice and dry, with citrus flavors backed up with bright acidity that gets your tastebuds whistling. It's a wine that calls for goat cheese, grilled veggies, sourdough baguettes, fried chicken, cold cuts and fresh fruit. In other words, a picnic.",,7,87,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Cellars NV Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-nv-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,,Barefoot Cellars 14,Red,France,"Promising notes of dried flowers and herbs give way to fresh blackberry fruit. This is very clean and crisp on the palate, marked by tough tannins on the finish. Give this blend of Syrah, Carignan and Grenache a year or two in the cellar to soften.",Les Cimels,,87,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château d'Or et de Gueules 2009 Les Cimels Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dor-gueules-2009-cimels-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château d'Or et de Gueules 14.5,Rose,US,"Just what you want in a rosé, at a good price. It's a robust wine, dryish and spicy, with a creamy mouthfeel framing pleasant raspberry, cherry, prosciutto and vanilla flavors.",Lot 256,12,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2010 Lot 256 Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2010-lot-256-rose-napa-valley/,Rosé,2010,Cameron Hughes 13,Red,Austria,"There is a firm, dry core to this attractively spiced wine. Blackberry fruit is fleshy, ripe, although with a considerable amount of acidity. It's a wine that is structured, finishing with chewy plum skin flavors.",Langenloiser Dechant,,87,Niederösterreich,,,Bründlmayer 2007 Langenloiser Dechant Pinot Noir (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2007-langenloiser-dechant-pinot-noir-niederosterreich/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bründlmayer 14.2,Red,US,"This Merlot opens with a big berry nose and is concentrated, lush and rich, bursting into vanilla cream midway through, ending with a strong note of toffee. Would pair well with any number of midweek meals, from roast chicken to tacos.",J.D. Hurley,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara Valley,Martin Ranch 2008 J.D. Hurley Merlot (Santa Clara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2008-jd-hurley-merlot-central-coast-santa-clara-valley/,Merlot,2008,Martin Ranch 14.5,White,US,"Ripe fruit is front and center on this unoaked wine. It's a blast of pineapples, green apples and limes, with sweet vanilla, honeysuckle and spices. Easy to drink, and nicely acidic to balance the richness.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pezzi King 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Pezzi King 16.3,Red,US,"A very nice Zinfandel, rich and spicy, with black currant, dark chocolate, raisin, tobacco, pepper and cedar flavors. It's a bit overripe, especially in the finish. Drink up.",,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2008 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2008-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Peju 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Pretty in color, with a clean nose that's not too forced, pungent or potent. The palate has a good feel and lift, with light bubbles, nice acidity and dry flavors of red plum and nectarine. Finishes dry and composed, with a bit of elegance.",MM Masia 1882 Selección Especial Brut Rosé,10,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Mas de Monistrol NV MM Masia 1882 Selección Especial Brut Rosé Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-monistrol-nv-mm-masia-1882-seleccion-especial-brut-rose-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,1882,Mas de Monistrol ,Red,US,"A Bordeaux-style blend that is overrun with rough, raw oak barrel flavors. The black fruits are plentiful, but they are swathed in lumber, and as a result the finish feels coarse and turns bitter. With more cellar time, or lengthy decanting, it may come into better focus.",Damn Straight Red,32,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Plumb Cellars 2007 Damn Straight Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plumb-cellars-2007-damn-straight-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Plumb Cellars 13,Red,France,"Ladoix is a forgotten Burgundy village that can offer good value. This wine with its strawberry fruits and gentle tannins fits the bill. There is a fine, ripe feel to it, and a dry edge that sets off the fruitiness.",Clos de Chagnots,32,87,Burgundy,Ladoix,,Pierre André 2007 Clos de Chagnots (Ladoix),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2007-clos-chagnots-pinot-noir-ladoix/,Pinot Noir,2007,Pierre André ,White,US,"This is fairly sweet but not as sweet as you'd expect given its 7% residual sugar. Credit the vivid acidity built in to Washington Riesling grapes (though labeled American, the grapes are all Washington). It's got plenty of mixed fruits and as the back label suggests, it's a good choice to pair with spicy Asian foods.",Sweet,11,87,America,,,Pacific Rim 2006 Sweet Riesling (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-rim-2006-sweet-riesling-america/,Riesling,2006,Pacific Rim 14.6,Red,US,"Fruit from Seven Hills and Pepper Bridge vineyards is sourced for this pure Merlot. In this somewhat difficult year it doesn't quite hang together; the fruit flavors run from prune and raisin to simply grapy. Citrusy, chalky acids seem not quite integrated, giving the finish a somewhat disjointed feeling.",,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Otis Kenyon 2008 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/otis-kenyon-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2008,Otis Kenyon 14,Red,Argentina,"Full, solid and dishing pretty aromas of blackberry, dark plum and mild spice. Sturdy in the mouth, with nice balance and above-average mouthfeel. Tastes ripe, lightly toasted and it finishes smooth if a bit short. Textbook value Malbec; easy to like.",Urban Uco,11,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2010 Urban Uco Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2010-urban-uco-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2010,O. Fournier 12.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Gold in color, with a full, yeasty bouquet that brings some baked apple. The palate is soft and rather foamy, with sweet apple and cutting lime flavors. Finishes with yeast and a mild, controlled bitterness. 85% Chardonnay and 15% Parellada.",Dama,20,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Naveran 2007 Dama Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naveran-2007-dama-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Naveran 13.8,Red,US,"A Bordeaux-style blend that spent three years in barrel, this is showing a dried blood/brick edge and has lost its primary fruit flavors. Plum and prune fruit, somewhat dried out, finishes with stiff tannins.",Nine Mile Red Table Wine,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Ash Hollow 2007 Nine Mile Red Table Wine Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ash-hollow-2007-nine-mile-red-table-wine-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Ash Hollow 15.5,Red,US,"Hot in high alcohol, which gives a burn that accentuates the pepper spice and makes it fierce. Yet it's fully dry and rich in blackberry, blueberry, anise and tobacco flavors. Defines the California superripe Zinfandel style.",Old Vines,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 2009 Old Vines Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2009-old-vines-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Ballentine 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of acidity in this still-young Cabernet, giving the blackberry and cassis flavors a real bite that accentuates the tannins. It's tough now despite the richness, but doesn't have the stuffing for aging, so drink now with rich fare to balance the acids.",,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Atlas Peak 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Atlas Peak 13.5,White,US,"Very ripe, somewhat volatile scents mark this bright and rich wine that will most likely split taster opinions right down the middle. Blocky pear and peach fruit keeps the mid-palate full, then quickly fades. Score could improve with further bottle age.",Conner Lee Vineyard,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2010 Conner Lee Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2010-conner-lee-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2010,Arbor Crest ,Red,US,"Light and forward, this nicely balanced Malbec mixes berry-flavored fruit with supple tannins. It fades gently into a soft finish.",,36,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Flying Trout 2008 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-trout-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2008,Flying Trout 12,White,France,"Tight acidity, fresh fruit, with lightness and poise. It shows flavors of apple, lemon and herbs with a crisp seafood-friendly aftertaste.",Les Clissages d'Or Sur Lie,,87,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Guy Saget 2010 Les Clissages d'Or Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guy-saget-2010-clissages-dor-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2010,Guy Saget 13.5,Red,US,"While soft on the nose with a generous dose of cooked black fruit, Jamesport's Bloc E is surprisingly crisp and lean on the palate. Pristine red fruit shines amidst layers of mocha, spice and forest floor, finishing on a grippy, darkly toasted wood note.",Bloc E,25,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Jamesport 2005 Bloc E Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamesport-2005-bloc-e-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2005,Jamesport 14.5,Red,US,"This vintage's blend is 50% Syrah, 25% Cinsault and smaller percentages of other varieties. It's an oaky, cedar-tinged, gamy red that's big in the mouth, dense and tannic with Michael David's smoky signature.",,18,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Incognito 2009 Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/incognito-2009-red-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,2009,Incognito 13.5,White,Chile,"Briney and oceanic on the nose, but not vegetal as lime and green melon aromas take control. Citrusy, juicy and fresh in the mouth, with passion fruit, citrus, mango and pineapple flavors. This is pure coastal Chilean SB, and it finishes grassy and green, with lasting tang.",Classic,12,87,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2011 Classic Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2011-classic-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Viña Leyda 13,Rose,France,"Vendôme's situation, north of the River Loire, naturally lends itself to this bright style of rosé. It has a fine structure, forward red fruits and a light vanilla touch, well balanced and ready for food.",Lieu dit Cocagne,,87,Loire Valley,Coteaux du Vendômois,,Les Vignerons du Vendômois 2010 Lieu dit Cocagne Pineau d'Aunis (Coteaux du Vendômois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-vendomois-2010-lieu-dit-cocagne-other-red-pineau-daunis-coteaux-vendomois/,Pineau d'Aunis,2010,Les Vignerons du Vendômois 11,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a focused and precise nature to this Italian sparkler that gives it a competitive edge. That clean, crisp personality also applies to its aromas of peach and citrus. Cruner is less sweet than most Dry Proseccos.",Cruner Dry,,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Le Colture NV Cruner Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-colture-nv-cruner-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-137065/,Glera,,Le Colture ,White,US,"Apple and citrus fruit carries a light and refreshing hint of wintergreen. This is a solid, fruity, no-frills, chillable style of Chardonnay.",,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Le Chateau 2010 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-chateau-2010-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2010,Le Chateau 14,White,Italy,Here's a light and elegant Soave highlighted by pretty mineral notes and tighter aromas of peach and citrus. Fresh crispness keeps the palate clean and ready for the next delicious sip.,Campo le Calle,16,87,Veneto,Soave,,Latium di Morini 2010 Campo le Calle (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latium-morini-2010-campo-le-calle-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Latium di Morini 14.6,White,US,"Drier and more acidic than your typical rich Chardonnay, this bottling makes its mark on the elegant side of the equation. Although there's plenty of tropical fruit and green apples, it's made in a streamlined style that's food friendly.",Estate,32,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Landy Family Vineyards 2009 Estate Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landy-family-2009-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Landy Family Vineyards 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Stout and dense from the beginning, with blackberry and violet aromas. Despite being a bold and dark Malbec, this is fresh and composed, with sweet blackberry and cassis flavors. Good on the finish, with candied fruit and caramel sweetness.",,13,87,Other,Patagonia,,Ruta 22 2010 Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruta-22-2010-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2010,Ruta 22 15.1,Red,US,"This Napa producer based in the Chiles Valley has made a big style of Cab here, with plenty of tannins and black currant aromas and flavor but the wine's acidity tastes a touch out of balance and could improve with time. Producer recommends waiting to open until 2013.",Estate,50,87,California,Napa,Chiles Valley,RustRidge 2006 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Chiles Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustridge-2006-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-chiles-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,RustRidge 13.5,White,US,"An easy to drink white wine, of a style increasingly popular. It's unoaked, allowing pure citrus, honey and spice flavors to star. Brisk Edna Valley acids and minerals make the mouthfeel lively.",Paragon Vineyard,17,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2010 Paragon Vineyard Albariño (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2010-paragon-vineyard-albarino-central-coast-edna-valley/,Albariño,2010,Tangent 14.6,Red,US,"Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot constitute the blend. The flavors are intensely concentrated and ripe in blackberries and currants, with a sweet coating of smoky oak. One off note is heat from alcohol, but richly sauced beef dishes will handle it.",Antaeus,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Storybook Mountain 2007 Antaeus Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storybook-mountain-2007-antaeus-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Storybook Mountain 14.5,Red,South Africa,This Pinotage shows nice vibrancy and lift with the slightly high-toned red fruit aromas of currant and plum alongside secondary glimmers of sweet cured meat and earthy spice. Tight but lively with bracing acidity that results in a brisk and mouthwatering finish.,Reserve,15,87,Robertson,,,Rooiberg 2009 Reserve Pinotage (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooiberg-2009-reserve-pinotage-robertson/,Pinotage,2009,Rooiberg ,Red,US,"This is a pleasant red blend, mostly Merlot, with a splash or two of Cab and Syrah. Tart and young, it's nicely structured and spicy, with balanced flavors of herb and plum. Hints of cumin and Asian spices add further interest.",Red,14,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Righteous 2008 Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/righteous-2008-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Righteous 14,Red,Spain,"Dry, spicy and firm on the nose, with just enough cherry and plum to make it attractive. Juicy, fresh and lithe in the mouth, with medium oak, earth, berry and plum flavors. Solid and slightly woody and peppery on the finish.",Crianza,11,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Raiza 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raiza-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Raiza 13.8,White,US,"A rich, layered white wine that shows its Sauvignon origins in the green herb and grass notes that ground richer orange and fig flavors. With crisp acidity, it's basically dry, but finishes in a swirl of honey and spice.",Fig Tree Vineyard,18,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2010 Fig Tree Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2010-fig-tree-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Quivira 11,Sparkling,Italy,Col di Sas is a simple and crisp Prosecco with floral aromas stacked over fruity tones of peach and citrus. That tiny hint of sweetness in the mouth gives the wine additional heft and staying power.,Col del Sas Extra Dry,19,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Spagnol NV Col del Sas Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spagnol-nv-col-sas-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Spagnol 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Packaged in a temperature-controlling double layered glass bottle, this Prosecco can easily be carried to picnics or outdoor garden lunches. It offers fresh aromas of white flower, dried grass and stone fruit.",Claxa Brut,,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Villa Sandi NV Claxa Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-claxa-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Villa Sandi 12,Sparkling,Italy,Passerina is an indigenous native grape found in central Italy and this Brut expression represents one of the only sparkling versions of the wine available in the U.S. It's simple and clean but also floral and fragrant with a spicy touch of citrus zest on the close. Give this unique bubble a try.,Brut,,87,Central Italy,Marche,,Velenosi 2010 Brut Passerina (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/velenosi-2010-brut-italian-white-passerina-marche/,Passerina,2010,Velenosi 12.5,White,Austria,"Soft, warm and rounded wine, this is open and generous. The fruit is rich enough to miss some balancing acidity, although the wine has a rich, yellow fruit character.",,,87,Leithaberg,,,Tinhof 2009 White (Leithaberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinhof-2009-white-blend-austrian-leithaberg/,Austrian white blend,2009,Tinhof 17,Dessert,Italy,"The concept of a dessert wine made with hearty red Primitivo grapes is very rare indeed, but this producer pulls it off with style and confidence. Smoky barbecue tones and jammy aromas of blackberry preserves set the stage. Bitter tannins mark the close.",Corimei,,87,Southern Italy,Salento,,Schola Sarmenti di Terrulenta 2008 Corimei Primitivo (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schola-sarmenti-terrulenta-2008-corimei-zinfandel-primitivo-salento/,Primitivo,2008,Schola Sarmenti di Terrulenta 14,White,US,"This well-crafted Chardonnay opens sharp and spicy, with light but juicy fruit. Flavors of clean apple and pear run into hints of peach, then resolve with a creamy finish.",,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13,Red,France,"A very structured wine, still young. It has tannins as well as ripe red cherry fruit flavors and considerable acidity. It's a wine for aging another year.",,,87,Beaujolais,Saint-Amour,,Domaine le Cotoyon 2010 Saint-Amour,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-le-cotoyon-2010-gamay-saint-amour/,Gamay,2010,Domaine le Cotoyon 14.4,Red,US,"Marked by extreme ripeness, this Pinot is a blast of red cherry pie filling, red licorice and cola flavors, with a smoky note of bacon fat. Delicious, but a bit soft and simple in texture.",,48,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,CULT 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cult-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,CULT 13.9,Red,US,"Good price for a Cabernet this pleasantly rich. Made for drinking now, it's soft and herbal, in the Alexander Valley way, with black cherry and blueberry flavors, kissed with oak.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Courtney Benham 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Courtney Benham 13.5,White,Spain,"Opens with minerality, crisp fruit and sweet melon aromas. In the mouth, it's showing cut and acidity in front of sweet pear and melon flavors. Turns pithy and grassy on the finish, with applesauce and spice notes poking through.",,19,87,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Gaba do Xil 2010 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaba-xil-2010-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2010,Gaba do Xil 13,Red,Spain,"A riper styly for crianza, with sweet aromas of raisin, spice and mint. Fairly round and full feeling, with toasty plum and black cherry flavors that transition into mocha and cocoa on the finish. Fresh for being as dark and ripe as it is.",Crianza,15,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Nueva 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-nueva-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Finca Nueva 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Woody on the nose, with aromas of tree bark, pepper, cola and black fruit. The palate is tight but under control, with spiced black plum and herbal berry flavors. Toasty and healthy on the finish, but also slightly bitter tasting, with zesty lasting acidity.",Obra Prima Reserva,21,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Familia Cassone 2008 Obra Prima Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-cassone-2008-obra-prima-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Familia Cassone 14.2,Red,US,"A very minty, woody, red-fruit Cab with soft tannins that's quite drinkable. 100% Cab though it tastes and smells as though there could be Cab Franc.","33 Degrees North Gracie Hill Vineyard, Clone 4",33,87,California,South Coast,South Coast,"Fallbrook 2008 33 Degrees North Gracie Hill Vineyard, Clone 4 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Coast)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fallbrook-2008-33-degrees-north-gracie-hill-vineyard-clone-4-cabernet-sauvignon-south-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Fallbrook 14.2,White,US,"Good and easy to like, but too oaky by half, with smoky char flavors dominating. Underneath that is a crisply dry, minerally Chardonnay, with fine orange and Meyer lemon flavors. It would be nice to try this as an unoaked wine.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Falcone 2010 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falcone-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Falcone 15.6,Red,US,"A bit hot, with 15.6% alcohol by volume, which compromises the mouthfeel. That's despite some delicious blackberry, cherry and chocolate flavors. Drink now.",Estate Red,70,87,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2008 Estate Red Red (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2008-estate-red-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Red Blend,2008,Chalk Hill 13,Rose,France,"Perfumed dry rosé with a touch of smokiness to go with the full and ripe red berry fruit. It is well balanced, with attractive acidity and a light final touch of caramel.",Réserve des Vignerons,,87,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Cave de Saumur 2010 Réserve des Vignerons Rosé (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-saumur-2010-reserve-vignerons-rose-saumur/,Rosé,2010,Cave de Saumur 14.9,Red,US,"Tastes hot and peppery, in part because of high alcohol. But it's super fruity, dry and tannic, the kind of Zin that's just begging for a barbecued slab of steak or chicken, liberally slathered with sauce.",Zingaro,38,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Castello di Amorosa 2009 Zingaro Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-amorosa-2009-zingaro-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Castello di Amorosa 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a cheerful and bright Prosecco that delivers enticing aromas of dried hay, field flower, peach and light lemon zest. Tonic, lively bubbling would match fried finger foods.",Z Dry Millesimato,23,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Zardetto 2010 Z Dry Millesimato (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zardetto-2010-z-dry-millesimato-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Zardetto 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a crisp, easy quality to this metodo classico Italian sparkler that makes it ideal for smoked salmon or raw tuna appetizers. The wine is lean and bright with a fine note of citrus and lime on the finish.",Brut,,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Tenuta Montedelma di Berardi NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-montedelma-berardi-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Tenuta Montedelma di Berardi ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Showing initial citric acidity, this moves towards firm tannins and a dry structure. It has weight, a serious side to it, while solid, ripe and concentrated.",Ruby,,87,Port,,,Royal Oporto NV Ruby (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oporto-nv-ruby-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Royal Oporto 14.1,White,US,"This is a softly appealing, fruity wine. It's made like Chardonnay, with partial barrel aging, lees influences, and partial malolactic fermentation. Not especially complex, but delicious in tangerine, nectarine and buttered toast flavors.",Estate,20,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 2009 Estate Roussanne (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-2009-estate-roussanne-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Roussanne,2009,Truchard 12.5,White,US,"Doesn't seem quite as dry as previous vintages, despite the use of the word Dry on the label. Actually, it's semisweet, with sugary citrus fruit flavors. Brisk acidity provides needed balance.",Dry,22,87,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2010 Dry Riesling (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2010-dry-riesling-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Riesling,2010,Trefethen 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a good, everyday red wine, from a winery that specializes in value. It's full-bodied and rich in black cherry, bacon and pepper flavors that go down soft and easy.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2009 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2009,Valley of the Moon 14.2,White,US,"Made in a popularly appealing style, this slightly sweet wine has honeyed flavors of lemons, limes, green apples and white pepper. Very food-friendly, especially with salty foods.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tyler Florence 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyler-florence-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Tyler Florence 14.7,Red,US,"Tastes a little hot, even though the official alcohol is only 14.7%, and that heated impression is compounded by blackberry flavors that veer into Porty raisins. Rich and dry, but a bit bitter in raisinskins.",,65,87,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Spence 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spence-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Spence ,Red,US,"A pure, varietal Cabernet Sauvignon, well aged, from an excellent vintage. It's a smooth wine, drinking perhaps at its peak, with an herbal edge to the red fruit and a suggestion of green in the tannins.",,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Skylite Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skylite-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Skylite Cellars 13.9,White,US,"A nice Chardonnay to drink now, with rich tropical fruit, apple and pear flavors, enhanced with vanilla and smoky oak. One of the more successful Silverado Chardonnays of recent years.",Estate Grown,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2009 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2009-estate-grown-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Silverado 14.5,Red,US,"There sure is a lot of ripe flavor in this Pinot, which swamps the tastebuds with raspberries, cherries, vanilla and sweet oak. It's basically a dry wine, with smooth tannins, but it is deficient in acidity. That steals some liveliness, and makes the richness taste flat.",San Remo Vineyard,49,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Signaterra 2009 San Remo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signaterra-2009-san-remo-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Signaterra 11.5,White,Spain,"Smells like fresh-cut grass, clover, lychee and honey more than any particular fruit. The palate is zesty, well cut and spritzy, with tangy acids and flavors of honeyed melon, lychee and green citrus. Turns a touch bitter and oily on the finish.",Estate Bottled Dry,16,87,Catalonia,Penedès,,Sumarroca 2010 Estate Bottled Dry Muscat (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sumarroca-2010-estate-bottled-dry-muscat-penedes/,Muscat,2010,Sumarroca 12,Sparkling,Portugal,"Full in the mouth, with attractive acidity and some weight, this feels rich. There is an initial earthy character, but this blows away to leave a ripe, green plum- and strawberry-flavored wine.",Blanc de Noirs Brut,32,87,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Murganheira 2005 Blanc de Noirs Brut Touriga Nacional (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murganheira-2005-blanc-noirs-brut-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Touriga Nacional,2005,Murganheira 13.5,Red,France,"There's a wild, natural streak to this wine of garrigue herbs and game matched with fruit notes of dark cherry and plum guts. The medium-weight mouth is juicy but offers nice structre with dusty tannins and a fudgy finish. Drink now.",,15,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Fitou,,Mourrel Azurat 2009 Red (Fitou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mourrel-azurat-2009-red-fitou/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Mourrel Azurat 15,Red,US,"A good wine, layered and complex, although it's rude now in youthful brashness. Acidity and jam mark the cherry and blackberry flavors. They lack nuance, but three or four years in the cellar should help.",Thérèse Vineyards Lester Family Vineyards,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martin Ranch 2008 Thérèse Vineyards Lester Family Vineyards Syrah (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2008-therese-lester-family-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Syrah,2008,Martin Ranch 15.5,Red,US,"A strong Syrah, intense and concentrated in the way of ripe, high-alcohol wines. Shows potent flavors of berries, cherries, bacon and spices, wrapped into smoky oak. Tasty and easy to drink now.",Camel Hill Vineyard,55,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martella 2009 Camel Hill Vineyard Syrah (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martella-2009-camel-hill-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Syrah,2009,Martella 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Ruio Brut Prosecco is released a few years after the harvest to allow for evolved aromas of mature melon and apricot. Yet, the wine is streamlined and dry in the mouth with steely bubbles and a touch of almond skin as well.",Brut Ruio,20,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Malibràn 2009 Brut Ruio (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malibran-2009-brut-ruio-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,Malibràn 12,Sparkling,France,"Warm and rounded wine, with almond flavor and the ripe red fruits to go with the intense and balancing acidity. The wine is rich, while also well textured, giving fine final acidity.",Perle de Nuit Blanc de Noirs Brut,22,87,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot NV Perle de Nuit Blanc de Noirs Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-nv-perle-nuit-blanc-noirs-brut-pinot-noir-cremant-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,,Louis Bouillot 12,Sparkling,France,"With its strawberry flavor and tight acidity, this is an attractive, clean sparkling wine. It has just the right balance between acidity and bright fruit, leaving a textured aftertaste.",Perle d'Aurore Rosé Brut,20,87,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot NV Perle d'Aurore Rosé Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-nv-perle-daurore-rose-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,,Louis Bouillot 12,White,US,"If you like your Rieslings on the sweet side, this pretty wine is for you. It's brisk in Central Coast acidity, with citrus, peach, honeysuckle and spice flavors that finish clean and long.",,10,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Loredona 2010 Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loredona-2010-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2010,Loredona ,Red,US,"This is Nuthatch's blend of 64% Cabernet Franc, 31% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Syrah , and there are noticeable green streaks running through both fruit and tannin. But it's a well-made wine, with a supple mouthfeel, and some plummy fruit flavor threaded through the herbs. Best drunk with a sizzling steak.",Red-breasted Red,20,87,Washington-Oregon,,,Nuthatch Cellars 2007 Red-breasted Red Red (Washington-Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuthatch-cellars-2007-red-breasted-red-washington-oregon/,Red Blend,2007,Nuthatch Cellars 12.5,White,Austria,"A soft and creamy wine, neutral in character. Fruit flavors show through gently—rounded white fruits with signs of toast and some fresh acidity to finish.",,,87,Leithaberg,,,Prieler 2010 Pinot Blanc (Leithaberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prieler-2010-pinot-blanc-leithaberg/,Pinot Blanc,2010,Prieler 13.5,White,US,"A blend of 55% Chenin Blanc and 45% Viognier, with the Chenin strongly represented. This wine unveils caramel popcorn and oak-influenced pear-vanilla, its layers of texture workable with a wide range of food.",,14,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Shenandoah 2010 Chenin Blanc-Viognier (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2010-white-blend-chenin-blanc-viognier-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Chenin Blanc-Viognier,2010,Shenandoah 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Simple, light strawberry aromas form a good opening. The palate is juicy and bright, with citrus and nectarine flavors. There's nothing complicated or overreaching here; it's easygoing, clean and finishes with pepper and brown sugar.",Brut Rosé,10,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-cava-139398/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 12,Sparkling,Spain,"A mellow nose includes aromas of applesauce and peach. The palate is clean, smooth and round, with standard green apple and fresh apricot flavors. Turns slightly sweet on the finish, but maintains a crisp edge throughout.",Blanc de Blancs Reserva Brut,17,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Paul Cheneau NV Blanc de Blancs Reserva Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cheneau-nv-blanc-blancs-reserva-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Paul Cheneau 12.5,Red,France,"Benefiting from the ripe 2009 vintage, the wine shows more ripe fruit than is usual from the Hautes-Côtes. It has rich strawberry flavor along with acidity. The soft tannins add a light sense of structure.",Les Forges,,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune,,Pierre André 2009 Les Forges (Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2009-forges-pinot-noir-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pierre André 13.5,Red,Chile,"Lightly herbal on the nose, but overall there's more ripe berry and toasty chocolate aromas than green. Full, meaty and deep for a value-priced wine, with blackberry and black plum flavors along with a pinch of oregano and basil. Shows good weight and balance throughout. Impressive for a 50,000-case product.",Xplorador,8,87,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Xplorador Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-xplorador-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Concha y Toro 12.5,Rose,US,"Crisp and clean like a watermelon agua fresca, this dry yet juicy rosé is full of ripe strawberry and cherry flavors. Bright acidity and a subtle trace of tannins make it a wonderfully food-friendly pick anytime of the year.",,16,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2010 Rosé (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2010-rose-long-island-north-fork/,Rosé,2010,Comtesse Thérèse 12,White,US,"A Viognier full of peach, honey and grapefruit sweetness that finishes dry. The wine is easygoing, pleasant and eye-poppingly low in alcohol, an intriguing combination of factors from this Temecula Valley-based producer.",,22,87,California,South Coast,Temecula Valley,Generation 7 2009 Viognier (Temecula Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/generation-7-2009-viognier-south-coast-temecula-valley/,Viognier,2009,Generation 7 14.4,Red,US,"Kind of tutti-fruity and candied, with Lifesaver flavors of cherries, raspberries and blackberries. Easy to like, with a quick, spicy finish. Drink now.",Starr Ridge Vineyard,50,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2006 Starr Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2006-starr-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Gary Farrell 14.1,Red,US,"A good, rich, savory Merlot, although it's a little excessive in ripeness, offering sweet cherry jam and milk chocolate flavors. Tasty, but too expensive for what you get.",Limited Selection,38,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 2008 Limited Selection Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2008-limited-selection-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2008,Gainey 13.6,Red,US,"If you can get past the acidity, which is pretty fierce, this is a fine, fresh Zinfandel. It's bone dry and rich in wild berries, currants, anise, thyme and black pepper. The tannins are dense, and need rich meats and cheeses.",,27,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2009 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2009-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Frog's Leap 13.5,Red,Spain,"Baked, spicy aromas suggest root beer, lemon peel and tobacco. Feels scratchy and hollow, with leafy red fruit, citrus and cola flavors. Fits the bill for gran reserva Rioja as it finishes toasty and warm, with sweet caramel and tobacco flavors.",Gran Reserva,25,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Lagunilla 2003 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagunilla-2003-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2003,Lagunilla 12.5,White,France,"Fresh, simple, apple-flavored wine, with an edge of citrus and soft vanilla flavors. The wine is attractive and clean with elegance coupled to ripe fruit.",St Amand,13,87,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Labouré-Roi 2009 St Amand (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2009-st-amand-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2009,Labouré-Roi 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Neutral on the nose, this Italian sparkler offers a sharp and tonic mouthfeel followed by light flavors of citrus and peach. It is dry and cleansing with small, tonic effervescence.",Brut,,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ricci Curbastro NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricci-curbastro-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,,Ricci Curbastro 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's an easy and fresh sparkling wine from northern Italy that opens with aromas of toasted nut, apricot and candied lemon rind. It shows soft, foamy mousse on the finish.",Satèn Brut,,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ricci Curbastro 2006 Satèn Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricci-curbastro-2006-saten-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Ricci Curbastro 13,Rose,France,"Attractively colored wine with red berry fruits and an edge of bitter cherries, almonds and perfumed acidity. The wine is structured, spicy, full-bodied in character.",Le Pont,21,87,Provence,Bandol,,Ravoire et Fils 2010 Le Pont Rosé (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravoire-fils-2010-le-pont-rose-bandol/,Rosé,2010,Ravoire et Fils 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Opens with tire rubber, char and minty, smoky black fruit. Feels mostly fresh and bold, with blackberry, blueberry and coffee flavors. Just dense, sweet and spicy enough, with espresso bitterness to the finish. Composed and competent value red wine.",Trumpeter,11,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2010 Trumpeter Malbec-Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2010-trumpeter-red-blend-malbec-syrah-mendoza/,Malbec-Syrah,2010,Rutini 12,Sparkling,Spain,"A new value-priced Cava from Juvé y Camps that's a bit cidery on the nose, with tire rubber notes as well. The palate is balanced, sweet and friendly, with apple, mango and candied lime flavors. Mild and lightly leesy on the finish.",Cinta Purpura Brut Reserva,13,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Juvé y Camps NV Cinta Purpura Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juve-camps-nv-cinta-purpura-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Juvé y Camps 15,Red,Australia,"Minty and raisiny on the nose, with Port-like elements of dried fruit and high (15.0%) alcohol. Still, it shows the variety's trademark delicate structure and silky texture.",Cornella Vineyard,45,87,Victoria,Heathcote,,Jasper Hill 2007 Cornella Vineyard Grenache (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jasper-hill-2007-cornella-vineyard-grenache-heathcote/,Grenache,2007,Jasper Hill 13,White,France,"Structured, tight wine, with obvious wood character. It has an apple skin texture, giving it a steely edge. On the other side, the wine has pear and sweet apricot fruits add some richness to this ready-to-drink wine.",,50,87,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Jaffelin 2008 Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2008-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Jaffelin 12.5,Sparkling,US,"The bubbles are a little scoury on this delightfully dry rosé, which makes it feel rough in the mouth. Aside from that, it's rich and complex in orange, strawberry, vanilla and yeasty flavors.",Brut Rosé,28,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-vineyards-winery-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-russian-river-valley-141050/,Sparkling Blend,,J Vineyards & Winery 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A fine California bubbly, a little scoury in the mouth and sweet in the finish. But the orange, strawberry and lime flavors are good, and the wine satisfies for basic sparkling character.",Sonoma Brut,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer NV Sonoma Brut Sparkling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-sonoma-brut-sparkling-sonoma-county-140227/,Sparkling Blend,,Gloria Ferrer ,Red,US,"Imagery has a good track record with Petite Sirah, and this '08 is right up there. Although it can't quite overcome a certain rusticity, it's a dry, boldly tannic, fruity wine, with a spectrum of ripe berry and currant flavors.",,39,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Imagery 2008 Petite Sirah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2008-petite-sirah-sonoma-county/,Petite Sirah,2008,Imagery 14,Red,Italy,"This is one of those likeable Barbaras made to be drunk at release. It works: it is friendly, big, lush, easygoing and fruity. It may not be taxing, but it is an amiable food friendly faultless wine that cries out for the backyard barbecue.",Rive,26,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Il Cascinone 2005 Rive (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-cascinone-2005-rive-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2005,Il Cascinone 12,White,France,,Tradition,23,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 2006 Tradition Muscat (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-2006-tradition-muscat-alsace/,Muscat,2006,Hugel 14.9,Red,US,"A pretty good Syrah, although there's something generic about it. Rich and soft, it has black cherry, blueberry, milk chocolate and bacon flavors, and the tannins are silky. Drink this sweetly fruity wine now.",Darwin,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2008 Darwin Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2008-darwin-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2008,Hall 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of zesty acidity in this Syrah. Maybe too much, as it's so tart, it distracts attention from the flavors. But what flavors they are. Dramatic in blackberries, cherries, currants, cola and bacon, accented with sweetly toasted oak. You can try aging it, but the acidity seems to rule that out.",,36,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Heintz 2009 Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heintz-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2009,Heintz ,White,US,"This is a difficult wine to evaluate. It's a dark gold, almost tawny, and definitely oxidized. Don't look for fresh fruit, but you will find deep, spicy, lingering complexity with dry, dusty, Muscat-like flavors. Two bottles tasted; similar results.",,21,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DaMa 2009 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dama-2009-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2009,DaMa 14,Red,Chile,"Floral and different than most, with an earthy calm to the nose. Seems wide and grapey in the mouth, with thick black fruit flavors, sweetness and chocolate. Softens and turns chunky on the finish, where there's oak and some heat. Full-bodied and weighty.",Las Almas,49,87,Maule Valley,,,Chilcas 2009 Las Almas Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2009-las-almas-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Chilcas 12.5,White,France,"This is a fresh, vibrant blend of 85% Roussanne and 15% Grenache Blanc. It's medium bodied, with straightforward pineapple flavors and a touch of almond skin. Simple but solidly made; crisp and lingering on the finish. Drink now.",,13,87,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Vessière 2010 White (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vessiere-2010-white-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Château Vessière 13.5,White,US,"Barra of Mendocino's Girasole label produces this Pinot Blanc from organically grown grapes, a hugely citrus-driven wine full of minerality that's light and dry.",,13,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Girasole 2010 Pinot Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girasole-2010-pinot-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Blanc,2010,Girasole 14.9,Red,US,"With a great nose of dark plum, raspberry and peppery black licorice one has to wonder, how does he do it? Cameron Hughes that is, again and again making great wines at great values. Very easy drinking.",Lot 224,12,87,California,Lake County,High Valley,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 224 Syrah (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-224-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Syrah,2009,Cameron Hughes 14.5,Red,US,"Concentrated and lush, livelier and better than the producer's 2007 which still needs time to develop, this reserve-level Cab with small amounts of Petit Verdot, Malbec, Carmènere and Cabernet Franc is ready to drink now, its cassis and cranberry fruit showing well.",Reserve,39,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Duarte Georgetown 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duarte-georgetown-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Duarte Georgetown 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Prosecco opens with a luminous golden color and mature aromas of melon, apricot and almond paste. There's a touch of sweetness and the mouthfeel is characterized by the foamy, creamy nature of the soft effervescence.","Strada di Guia, 109 Extra Dry",,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,"Foss Marai NV Strada di Guia, 109 Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-nv-strada-guia-109-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Foss Marai 12.5,Red,France,"Rather light for the vintage, this is still an attractively fruity wine. It has tannins, black currant and plum skin fruit. Juicy, lively, ready to drink.",,,87,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Domaine de la Combe au Loup 2009 Morgon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-combe-au-loup-2009-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2009,Domaine de la Combe au Loup 12.5,Red,France,"An elegant style of wine, this packs concentrated cherry and blackberry fruits. There is a light tannic character, attractive acidity and stylish fruit.",,,87,Beaujolais,Chiroubles,,Domaine de la Combe au Loup 2009 Chiroubles,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-combe-au-loup-2009-gamay-chiroubles/,Gamay,2009,Domaine de la Combe au Loup 14,Red,France,"A dark-toned, rather full-bodied expression of Costières, with notes of tapenade, coffee and tar taking the lead over baked plums. The blend is Syrah-heavy, at 80%, with the balance made up of Grenache. Drink now–2015.",Cuvée Elisabeth,11,87,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Domaine Bahourat 2009 Cuvée Elisabeth Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bahourat-2009-cuvee-elisabeth-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine Bahourat 14.5,White,US,"New oak dominates, with vanilla custard and buttered popcorn flavors. Underneath all that are pineapples, pears and peaches. Rather sweet and butterscotchy, but balanced with crisp Central Coast acidity.",Chamisal Vineyards Califa Selection,,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 2007 Chamisal Vineyards Califa Selection Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2007-chamisal-califa-selection-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Alfred 14.7,Red,US,"Deliciously rich and extracted in jammy raspberry, cherry and cola fruit, with lots of sweet oak adding vanilla and buttered toast. Could use greater depth, though, as it's a little one-dimensional. Drink now.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Bernardus 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bernardus 14.5,White,France,"Hints at toast and buttery richness on the nose, then delivers exactly that on the palate. Its mouthfilling peach and melon flavors are deliciously soft and drinkable, featuring touches of honey and truffle on the finish. Drink now.",Hautes Pierres,,87,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Domaine de Tara 2009 Hautes Pierres White (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tara-2009-hautes-pierres-white-ventoux/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Domaine de Tara 14.4,White,US,"Sweet in jammy apricot and tangerine fruit, with lots of sweet caramel, honey and buttered toast flavors from oak, this Chardonnay is a good example of the modern style of ripeness.",Thirty-Fifth Anniversary,30,87,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2010 Thirty-Fifth Anniversary Chardonnay (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2010-thirty-fifth-anniversary-chardonnay-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Chardonnay,2010,Calera ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Quite a dry wine, with stalky black currant fruits, tannins and acidity. The wine is balanced, its dryness contrasting with red berry jam fruits. The aftertaste is soft.",Maynard's Finest Reserve,,87,Port,,,Barão de Vilar NV Maynard's Finest Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barao-vilar-nv-maynards-finest-reserve-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Barão de Vilar 11.7,White,US,"While certainly present, apple and stone fruit take a back seat to layers of flint and smoke on this uniquely savory, dry Riesling. Slightly viscous on the palate with a rich, minerally slick, there's a hint of sea salt on the finish making this wine the perfect accompaniment to oysters on the half shell.",Dry,16,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Atwater 2010 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atwater-2010-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Atwater 14,Red,France,"Bright and bouncy—almost Beaujolais-like—this is a cheerful, fruit-driven quaffer redolent of black cherries and plums. Drink it over the next year or two.",Les Gélinottes,15,87,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2010 Les Gélinottes Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2010-gelinottes-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Alain Jaume et Fils 14,Red,Spain,"Sweet, jammy berry aromas are a nice opening. The wine is tight in the mouth, with smacking tannins that draw down red berry and herbal flavors. For the most part this is a complete, standard type of Rioja with juiciness and crisp acidity.",Viña Pomal Crianza,15,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Bilbainas 2007 Viña Pomal Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bilbainas-2007-vina-pomal-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Bodegas Bilbainas 14,Red,Spain,"Young and fully toasted, with exuberance mellowed by mossy leather aromas. Full-on in the mouth, with piercing tannins in front of a chocolaty, rich palate that's herbal and offers oaky vanilla for sweetness. Turns more herbal and sauvage on the finish.",Embocadero Tempranillo,36,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodega San Pedro Regalado 2009 Embocadero Tempranillo (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-san-pedro-regalado-2009-embocadero-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodega San Pedro Regalado 14,Red,Spain,"A bit warm, leathery and cheesy at first, but better as it settles. Shows crisp acidity and cut, which livens up earthy cherry and plum flavors and balances out any weight and resiny oak you might find. Hints at class by delivering freshness and nothing too heavy.",Finca Santa Sabina,19,87,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Bodega Otto Bestué 2008 Finca Santa Sabina Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-otto-bestue-2008-finca-santa-sabina-spanish-red-cabernet-sauvignon-tempranillo-somontano/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo,2008,Bodega Otto Bestué 14,Red,Argentina,"Lean and angular on the nose, with crisp cherry and rhubarb aromas. Surprisingly elegant in the mouth, with citrus notes, zesty raspberry, clean cherry and a lightness of being. Nice in an unassuming way, with a touch of complexity.",Malma,12,87,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega NQN 2010 Malma Pinot Noir (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2010-malma-pinot-noir-patagonia/,Pinot Noir,2010,Bodega NQN 14.8,Red,US,"MacPhail's basic Anderson Valley Pinot is a good wine, dry and silky, with spicy flavors of cherries, currents and cola. It's a bit light in body, but tasty and interesting.",,45,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,MacPhail 2006 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2006-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,MacPhail 13.5,Red,Italy,"A sweet, jammy wine with lots of alcohol, this is a product of the heat of the 2003 vintage. Relatively simple but an easygoing wine that will partner most foods without drawing too much attention to itself.",,49,86,Piedmont,Barolo,,Franco Serra 2003 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franco-serra-2003-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Franco Serra 13.5,Red,France,"Starts with clean cedary aromas and bold cassis scents, then slowly works in flavors of coffee, licorice and earth. It's medium- to full-bodied, with a dusty, tannic finish. Hold a couple of years, then try with stews or braises.",Pic Saint-Loup Vieilles Vignes,20,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château de Lancyre 2003 Pic Saint-Loup Vieilles Vignes Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lancyre-2003-pic-saint-loup-vieilles-vignes-red-coteaux/,Red Blend,2003,Château de Lancyre 14,Red,France,"A blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah, this wine spent 12 months in French oak and it shows with asserive characteristics of sweet spice, chocolate and hickory-smoked bacon among the plum and boysenberry fruit flavors. Light tannins and an easygoing structure; drink now.",La Rêve,20,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Les Fusionels 2008 La Rêve Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fusionels-2008-reve-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Les Fusionels 14.5,Red,Chile,"Smells good and fruity, with ample berry force at the bouquet's center along with herbs and spice. Grabby, tannic and stocky on the palate, with sweet, chunky berry, raisin and plum flavors. Turns slightly herbal and stewy on the finish.",Clava Coastal Reserve,15,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Quintay 2010 Clava Coastal Reserve Syrah (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintay-2010-clava-coastal-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-casablanca-valley/,Syrah,2010,Quintay 11,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a grassy note of dried herb or hay at the back of white flower, citrus and stone fruit. Moletto's S Extra Dry is an easy-drinking Prosecco that would pair with finger foods or shrimp canapés.",S Extra Dry,,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Moletto NV S Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-nv-s-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Moletto ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A fruity Port, with plum and spice character, very jammy and sweet. Touches of tannin and acidity give balance to make the wine ripe, soft and full in the mouth.",Ruby Reserva,25,86,Port,,,Quinta do Passadouro NV Ruby Reserva (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-do-passadouro-nv-ruby-reserva-port-142089/,Port,,Quinta do Passadouro 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Packaged with a very fun, yellow wrap-around label, this fragrant Prosecco offers aromas of dried hay, stone fruit and citrus. It would make a great appetizer or afternoon wine and there's also a “Mini Prosecco” version offered in a pocket-friendly 187-ml bottle.",4or Extra Dry,,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Anna Spinato NV 4or Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anna-spinato-nv-4or-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Anna Spinato 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Lots of savory vanilla, orange and sweet Meyer lemon flavors in this sparkling wine. The bubbles are a little rough and scoury, but it's pretty good for the price.",Chardonnay,13,86,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-chardonnay-california-139628/,Champagne Blend,,Korbel 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Light, focused and elegant, this luminous Prosecco offers simple but genuine aromas of citrus, peach and passion fruit. There's a playful touch of sweetness on the creamy, bubbly close.",Extra Dry,,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Foss Marai NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Foss Marai 14.8,Red,US,"A rich, thick, heavy Merlot, a little too soft and melted in structure, but so delicious, it's easy to like. Shows flashy black cherry jam, chocolate, roasted almond and caramel flavors, rather like a granola candy bar.",,26,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Losey 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-losey-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Robert Losey 14,Red,France,"Powerfully built, with masses of cherry fruit backed by firm tannins. A bit unusual for the region, with 80% Syrah and only 20% Grenache, but it workss, yielding a tough, dense wine that should age well for 5–6 years.",Hautes Pierres,,85,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Domaine de Tara 2009 Hautes Pierres Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tara-2009-hautes-pierres-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de Tara 12.5,Rose,France,"There is light acidity on this fresh, gently fruity wine. It does have a textured edge with plum skin acidity and a fresh aftertaste.",Domaine du Vieux Moulin,,85,Provence,Vin de Pays Var,,Domaine de Pontefract 2010 Domaine du Vieux Moulin Rosé (Vin de Pays Var),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pontefract-2010-vieux-moulin-rose-vin-pays-var/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de Pontefract 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Dense and intense up front, with superficial scratchy aromas that come across rough and scattered. The palate is resiny and oaky, with creamy tannins and oak-influenced flavors of sweet berry and vanilla. Finishes fiery and woody.",Reserva,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2010 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2010-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Nieto Senetiner 13,White,France,"A modest, crisp white for immediate consumption, this is cleanly made and refreshing, with fruit-driven notes of passion fruit, pear and pineapple. The blend contains Grenache Blanc, Bourboulenc, Ugni Blanc and Roussanne.",,9,85,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,La Vieille Ferme 2010 White (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieille-ferme-2010-white-luberon/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,La Vieille Ferme 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Floral and jammy smelling, with blueberry fruit and fennel aromas. Saturated and choppy feeling, with candied fruit flavors mixed with herbal notes. Just solid enough on the finish despite some holes in the fabric. Juicy and forward as a whole.",Cocina,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,La Posta 2009 Cocina Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/posta-2009-cocina-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,La Posta 13.5,White,US,"This is a sweet, oaky Chardonnay, made to appeal to the modern palate. It has sugary pineapple, green apple, pear, buttered toast and vanilla custard flavors, fortunately brightened with zesty acidity.",,13,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,L de Lyeth 2010 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/l-lyeth-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2010,L de Lyeth 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Prosecco “Frizzante” usually implies that the effervescence is softer and less intense than a standard sparkling wine. This expression, however, offers a steady stream of steely bubbles with citrus, peach and floral overtones.",Frizzante,,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Lucchetta NV Frizzante (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucchetta-nv-frizzante-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Lucchetta 13,Rose,US,"While decidedly sweet on the nose with a scent reminiscent of candied apples, Lucas' rosé is surprisingly dry on the palate. Full bodied with a densely extracted black cherry juice note, it's a fairly substantial rosé with a nip of astringency on the finish.",Dry,10,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lucas Vineyards 2010 Dry Rosé (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-2010-dry-rose-finger-lakes/,Rosé,2010,Lucas Vineyards 11,White,US,"Flecks of flint and stone add a sleek minerality to flavors of underripe peach and apricot on Roman Roth's Long Island Riesling. It's a tad thin on the palate, but brisk lemon-lime acidity and flavors of sour plum and lemon pith on the finish are tasty.",,22,85,New York,Long Island,Long Island,The Grapes of Roth 2009 Riesling (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grapes-roth-2009-riesling-long-island/,Riesling,2009,The Grapes of Roth 13,White,Italy,"This is an easy, upfront Soave that delivers cool aromas of lemon zest and apricot with fresh crispness on the close. Pair it with shrimp appetizers and spicy ginger sauce.",,15,85,Veneto,Soave Superiore,,Villa Erbice 2009 Soave Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-erbice-2009-italian-white-garganega-soave-superiore/,Garganega,2009,Villa Erbice 6,Dessert,Italy,Brachetto d'Acqui is a sweet sparkling red wine that would pair with chocolate-based desserts or savory foods such as sliced salami and cold cuts. This expression is packed tight with lively berry fruit.,Bricco Rioglio,27,85,Piedmont,Brachetto d'Acqui,,Rinaldi 2009 Bricco Rioglio (Brachetto d'Acqui),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rinaldi-2009-bricco-rioglio-italian-red-brachetto-brachetto-dacqui/,Brachetto,2009,Rinaldi 12.5,White,US,"Light in style and low in price and alcohol, this Chard is tropical and slightly sweet, perfect for your next-door neighbor or tippler aunt who doesn't often drink wine. For more experienced wine drinkers, the sweet doesn't overextend its welcome. Fine for weeknight roast chicken or pasta salad.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Redtree 2010 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redtree-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Redtree 11.5,Sparkling,Portugal,"A wine that is beginning to show its age, with yeast and toast dominating the fresh acidity and the broad, creamy character. It has a light texture, with a bite of steel to give the wine a final shape.",Velha Reserva Bruto,18,85,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Raposeira 1999 Velha Reserva Bruto Sparkling (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raposeira-1999-velha-reserva-bruto-sparkling-portuguese-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Portuguese Sparkling,1999,Raposeira 13,Red,Peru,"Roasted and earthy smelling, with a pinch of iodine and even a whiff of bacon or ham. Rich, full and a touch sticky on the tongue, with baked berry and chocolate flavors. Mellow and sweet on the back end. 100% Malbec.",Halcón de la Viña,15,85,Ica,,,Tacama 2008 Halcón de la Viña Malbec (Ica),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tacama-2008-halcon-vina-malbec-ica/,Malbec,2008,Tacama 12,Dessert,US,"Very sweet in honey and bubbling brown sugar, but thin in fruit. There are orange, apricot and vanilla flavors, but the sweetness dwarfs them.",Late Harvest,20,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 2010 Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2010-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Husch 13.5,Red,Spain,"Cola, charcoal and other dark aromas run heavy on the leathery, somewhat cheesy bouquet. Feels sheer and grabby, with a lot of oak and clacky blackberry and plum flavors. Narrows down significantly on the finish. A tight and tough version of Ribera del Duero.",Crianza,30,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Protos 2008 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2008-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Protos 14.1,White,US,"You'll find vibrant citrus and green apple flavors in this dry wine, with excellent acidity and a firm brace of minerals. There's also a dose of ammonia, if you're sensitive to that green, gooseberry note.",Shone Farm Vineyard,24,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Signaterra 2010 Shone Farm Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signaterra-2010-shone-farm-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Signaterra ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Firmly dry wine but unfocused, the tannins dominating the fruit to a give a very dry character. It could just be a young bottling that needs time to soften and open.",Special Reserve Ruby,,85,Port,,,Poças NV Special Reserve Ruby (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-nv-special-reserve-ruby-port-142104/,Port,,Poças 15.8,Red,US,"Sugary sweet and soft, with jammy raspberry, cherry, mocha, vanilla, cinnamon, clove and pepper flavors. It's a country-style Zin made for washing down barbecue.",,18,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pezzi King 2009 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Pezzi King 14.5,Red,US,"A bit stemmy, also a little underripe, with some minty, vegetal notes marring otherwise fine raspberries and cherries. Drink now.",Mill Station Road,40,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Peter Paul Wines 2009 Mill Station Road Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-paul-wines-2009-mill-station-road-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Peter Paul Wines 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"From the Treviso area of northeast Italy, this luminous Prosecco offers easygoing aromas of yellow flower and sweet peach. There's a zesty note of white pepper on the slightly sweet finish.",Sgàjo Extra Dry,,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Perlage NV Sgàjo Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perlage-nv-sgajo-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Perlage ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A wine that shows acidity, then strawberry fruits and light tannins. It has some concentration with chocolate and licorice flavors.",Porto Wine Reserva,,85,Port,,,Offley NV Porto Wine Reserva (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/offley-nv-porto-wine-reserva-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Offley 14.3,Red,US,"Heavy and oaky, with a full-bodied, soft mouthfeel. But it's rich and sweet in cherries, blackberries, plums, mocha and spices. Pretty good price for a nice, everyday Merlot.",Block 500 Estate,15,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Trentadue 2009 Block 500 Estate Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2009-block-500-estate-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2009,Trentadue 13.5,Red,Spain,"Cherry and spice aromas are fairly oaky and resiny. The palate is also resiny, with drying wood tannins along with clove and generic berry and cherry flavors. Tastes peppery and also like a clove-infused barrel on the finish.",,15,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valdubón 2009 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdubon-2009-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2009,Valdubón 14,Red,Chile,"Opens on the scratchy side but settles into true Pinot country with some airing. Chunky and full in the mouth, with round berry flavors and leafy, herbal spice notes. Just juicy and fresh enough on the finish, with additional spice and some burn.",Aliwen Reserva,12,85,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2010 Aliwen Reserva Pinot Noir (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2010-aliwen-reserva-pinot-noir-maipo-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Undurraga 13.3,Red,US,"A sound, rather rustic wine for drinking now with barbecue. It's hardy in tannins, with blackberry, blueberry and dark chocolate flavors that are dry and spicy.",,13,85,California,California Other,California,L de Lyeth 2008 Malbec (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/l-lyeth-2008-malbec-other/,Malbec,2008,L de Lyeth 12,Sparkling,US,"Not really dry, with honey, lemondrop and yeasty, pastry flavors. A little aggressive in the bubbles, but a nice wine for the price, if you like your bubblies on the sweet side.",Extra Dry,13,85,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Extra Dry (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-extra-dry-california-139630/,Champagne Blend,,Korbel 14.1,Red,US,"Made from Grenache, Syrah and Petite Sirah, this is a soft, honey-sweet wine. It has jammy raspberry, cherry, date and baking spice flavors.",Cuvée,38,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Intelligent Design 2009 Cuvée Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/intelligent-design-2009-cuvee-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Intelligent Design 14,Red,South Africa,"An interesting note of sweet smoke graces the nose of this Merlot, adding another layer to the otherwise traditional characteristics of rich black berry and dark plum guts. Round and satisfying in the mouth with approachable tannins and a medium finish.",,10,85,Western Cape,,,Indaba 2010 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indaba-2010-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2010,Indaba 12,White,France,"Produced mainly from grapes grown in Gascony, this fruity, herbaceous wine with its pure line of citrus is ready-to-drink, light, just crying out for fish or shellfish.",Villa Beaurivage,,85,France Other,Vin de France,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2010 Villa Beaurivage White (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2010-villa-beaurivage-white-vin/,White Blend,2010,Lionel Osmin & Cie 11,White,US,"Scents of smoke and aged honey entice on the nose of this bone-dry Riesling from Peconic Bay. Lean in profile with a sharp, steely minerality, it finishes pleasantly on a tart, sour lemon candy note.",,24,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2009 Riesling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2009-riesling-long-island-north-fork/,Riesling,2009,Peconic Bay Winery 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Sweet apple and peach aromas set up a foamy, simple palate with short, basic flavors of applesauce and generic citrus. Round on the finish, with a lasting impression of cider and apple pulp. Good for a standard quaffer.",Lady of Spain Brut,14,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Paul Cheneau NV Lady of Spain Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cheneau-nv-lady-of-spain-brut-sparkling-cava-135523/,Sparkling Blend,,Paul Cheneau 13.5,Red,Spain,"A bit pruney and reduced on the bouquet, with lively acidity pushing traditional Rioja flavors of roasted berry, vanilla and cocoa powder. Falls off a bit on the finish, leaving buttery oak and milk chocolate flavors.",Antaño Reserva,12,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,J. Garcia Carrion 2005 Antaño Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-garcia-carrion-2005-antano-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,J. Garcia Carrion 15,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery, bold and earthy on the nose, then full and sticky in the mouth, with sweet black fruit flavors. Tastes more like a Bordeaux red wine than textbook Pinot Noir courtesy of heavy extraction, darkness and oak. Tastes good but could use a lesson in elegance and restraint.",,17,85,Mendoza Province,Vista Flores,,Antucura 2010 Pinot Noir (Vista Flores),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antucura-2010-pinot-noir-vista-flores/,Pinot Noir,2010,Antucura 11,Sparkling,US,"This is a frankly sweet sparkling wine, with sugary orange, lime, strawberry and vanilla flavors. If you like your bubblies with jammy sweetness, it's for you.",Grand Cuvee,13,85,California,California Other,California,Four Paws & A Tail NV Grand Cuvee Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-paws-a-tail-nv-grand-cuvee-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Four Paws & A Tail 13.2,Red,US,"Savory notes of soy sauce and yeast extract add richness and umami to the sweet, cooked plum and cherry flavors on this Finger Lakes Pinot. A bit rustic with hints of smoked meat and leather, it's an ideal accompaniment to winter stews and braises.",,15,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Hosmer 2009 Pinot Noir (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hosmer-2009-pinot-noir-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Pinot Noir,2009,Hosmer 14,Red,South Africa,"There's a touch of heat to the nose of this Shiraz that slightly overwhelms the black plum and berry aromas. In the mouth, initial licorice and mulled boysenberry flavors transition nicely into the short but peppery close.",,13,85,Stellenbosch,,,Helderberg Wijnmakerij 2009 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helderberg-wijnmakerij-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2009,Helderberg Wijnmakerij 6,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a sweet red sparkling wine that could pair with baked cheese appetizers, or chocolate-based desserts. It opens with a pretty ruby color and aromas of black cherry and raspberry.",Birbet,18,85,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Giacomo Vico 2010 Birbet Brachetto (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2010-birbet-italian-red-brachetto-piedmont/,Brachetto,2010,Giacomo Vico 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Smoky on the nose, but also a bit harsh, with reedy, peppery notes. The palate is soft, creamy and low on acidity, with sweet, candied red fruit flavors that have a stalky, burnt edge. Goes down easy but has some sticking points.",Elyssia Pinot Noir Brut,18,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Elyssia Pinot Noir Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-elyssia-pinot-noir-brut-sparkling-cava-139404/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 13.9,White,US,"Lots of gooseberry flavor in this slightly sweet, crisp wine. That gives it a green note, suggesting ammonia, although you'll find riper limes and papayas.",,11,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Courtney Benham 8.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Lambrusco is a fizzy red wine from central Italy that has the natural acidity to cut through cheese tortellini and buttery pasta dishes. This enjoyable Amabile (or slightly sweet) expression is redolent of red berries, wet earth and red beet.",Amabile,12,85,Central Italy,Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro,,Donelli NV Amabile (Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donelli-nv-amabile-red-lambrusco-grasparossa-castelvetro/,Red Blend,,Donelli 13,Rose,Spain,"Tight aromas of citrus and red fruits aren't expressive but at least they're crisp. Same goes for the palate, which is tight and juicy as it offers flavors of pink grapefruit, citrus and burnt grass/hay. Good as value-priced quaffers go.",Protocolo,7,85,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Dominio de Eguren 2010 Protocolo Rosé (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-2010-protocolo-rose-vino-tierra-castilla/,Rosé,2010,Dominio de Eguren 13.5,Red,France,This is an easy-drinking Faugères with lively accents of thyme and crushed purple florals to the ripe red fruit core. The mouth is vibrant and mouthwatering with strong acidity and a clean but somewhat tart finish. Drink now.,,12,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Domaine St Martin d'Agel 2009 Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-st-martin-dagel-2009-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine St Martin d'Agel 13.2,Red,US,"A fairly standard Syrah, softly sweet and direct in berry, mocha, spice and oak flavors. Tons of fruit, but lacks complexity for the price.",Syrah du Soleil,36,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Collier Falls 2009 Syrah du Soleil Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2009-syrah-soleil-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2009,Collier Falls 13.1,Red,US,"Not bad for the price. It's thin and silky in mouthfeel and dry, with decent raspberry, cola and mint flavors.",Caiden's Vineyards,13,85,California,California Other,California,Block Nine 2010 Caiden's Vineyards Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/block-nine-2010-caidens-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Block Nine 15.4,White,US,"Oaky, with buttered toast flavors dominating the underlying oranges and peaches. A bit hot in alcohol, too.",North Slope,25,85,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2009 North Slope Pinot Gris (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2009-north-slope-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Pinot Gris,2009,Chalk Hill 22.8,Port/Sherry,US,"This Livermore producer has sourced from Livermore and Amador County—both Portuguese varieties and Cabernet Sauvignon—to make this Port-style wine, a mouthful of caramel toffee melted and toasty. A hint of marshmallow's there too.",Late Bottled Vintage Port,40,85,California,California Other,California,Cedar Mountain 2000 Late Bottled Vintage Port Port (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedar-mountain-2000-late-bottled-vintage-port-port-blend-port-other/,Port,2000,Cedar Mountain 13.6,White,US,"Almost as sweet as a dessert wine, with buttered toast, honey, caramel corn and pineapple jam fruit flavors. There's good acidity, but the sweetness makes it simple.",Thirty-Fifth Anniversary,18,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2010 Thirty-Fifth Anniversary Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2010-thirty-fifth-anniversary-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Calera 13.5,Red,US,"Despite lots of ripe black cherry, blueberry and plum flavors, this is a fairly rustic wine, with some edgy tannins making it feel prickly. A bit sweet, it will pair up with Mexican beef and pork dishes.",,28,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Brander 11,Sparkling,Italy,"From the makers of one of Italy's most popular grappas, this vintage-dated Prosecco offers soothing aromas of peach, lime, white peach and spring flowers.",MIllesimato Brut Il Vino dei Poeti,15,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Bottega 2010 MIllesimato Brut Il Vino dei Poeti (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bottega-2010-millesimato-brut-il-vino-poeti-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2010,Bottega 12.5,Red,US,"While soft on entry with slightly pulpy, sweet plum flavors, this Cab Franc gains intensity on the midpalate as spicy bramble notes and soft tannins accumulate. Approachable in style, it's a pleasant everyday red with just a hint of leafy green on the finish.",,25,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 2007 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-2007-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Castello di Borghese 12.5,Red,US,"Sweet vanilla mingles with ripe cherries and plums on the nose and palate of this supple, soft Long Island Merlot. Bright acidity and a hint of green, leafy herbs add freshness on the palate. Finishes on a slightly grippy, tannic note.",,20,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 2006 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-2006-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2006,Castello di Borghese 12.9,Red,US,"Sweet and oaky, with one-dimensional raspberry, cherry and Dr. Pepper cola flavors. Rich enough, but would benefit from greater complexity and dryness. Drink now.",Ex Anima,29,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2009 Ex Anima Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2009-ex-anima-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2009,Wrath 13.5,Red,Chile,"Snappy and edgy as you give it a sniff, with piercing rhubarb, red cherry and peppery aromas. Shows a bit of cushion and softness in the mouth along with spicy, slightly herbal flavors of red plum and raspberry. Spicy on the finish, with citrusy acidity and dry oak notes.",Columbine Special Reserve Estate Bottled,15,86,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2010 Columbine Special Reserve Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2010-columbine-special-reserve-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,William Cole 14.5,Red,Chile,"Prickly and briney on the nose, with cool-climate crispness to the aromatics. The palate is smooth and fairly thick, with a sticky, grabby mouthfeel and sweet, lightly green and herbal flavors of cherry and plum. Full but flattens on the finish.",Secreto,14,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Viu Manent 2010 Secreto Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2010-secreto-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Viu Manent 15,Red,France,"Proprietor Jean Marot's entry-level blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah is aged entirely in cement and stainless steel, resulting in a fruit-driven, medium-bodied red that delivers cherry fruit, supple tannins and a slightly peppery finish. Drink now–2014.",Regain,16,86,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Vindemio 2009 Regain Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vindemio-2009-regain-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Vindemio 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkling Gavi from northern Italy offers loads of fresh citrus backed by stone fruit and spring flowers. It finishes with clean, zesty bubbling and a cheerful touch of acidity.",,,86,Piedmont,Gavi,,Principessa Gavia 2009 Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principessa-gavia-2009-sparkling-gavi/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Principessa Gavia 13.2,Rose,France,"This rosé is vibrant flamingo-pink in color, with subtle aromas of cherries and white chocolate. In the mouth, it's medium bodied, becoming steadily more intense until it finishes with a burst of citrusy fruit and a hint of silky tannin.",Passe Colline,,86,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Vignobles La Coterie 2010 Passe Colline Rosé (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-coterie-2010-passe-colline-rose-ventoux/,Rosé,2010,Vignobles La Coterie 14,Red,Italy,"A pleasant, soft, easy to like wine with plenty of ripe fruit and big upfront sweet flavors. On the downside, it seemed quite soft, and faded away on the palate. The finish was also a tad short.",Tre Vigne,22,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Vietti 2005 Tre Vigne (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2005-tre-vigne-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2005,Vietti 14.3,Red,US,"There are brambly, wild cherry aromas and flavors in this wine, as well as a little cocoa, but this Sierra Foothills Zin is still fairly tight and hard to tell which direction it will go from here. A majority (80%) Zin, there's also 20% Syrah that was cofermented with Viognier in the blend.",,18,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Verde Sole 2009 Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verde-sole-2009-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,2009,Verde Sole 14,Red,Spain,"Starts out with scratchy, dusty, red fruit aromas. The first impression in the mouth is of shrill acidity, but as it evolves and expands that acidity helps prop up cherry and red plum flavors. Cleansing and crisp on the finish, with structure and zest.",El Chaparral de Vega Sindoa Old Vines,14,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2009 El Chaparral de Vega Sindoa Old Vines Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2009-el-chaparral-de-old-vines-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2009,Vega Sindoa 14.5,Red,Peru,"Concentrated and serious, but still a rustic, tough driller of a Tannat. Smells like wild herbs, plum and lemony oak, then it's tight and tannic in the mouth. Tastes minerally and bricky, with black cherry, lemon drop and bitter chocolate. Crusty on the finish, where the oak is pronounced. Needs food; might soften in a few years.",Don Manuel,30,86,Ica,,,Tacama 2008 Don Manuel Tannat (Ica),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tacama-2008-don-manuel-other-red-tannat-ica/,Tannat,2008,Tacama 13.5,White,Chile,"Fresh but simple smelling, and generally neutral save for mild apple and lime aromas. Healthy in the mouth, with white grapefruit and nectarine flavors. Pithy and a bit grassy on the finish, which is apropos for coastal Leyda.",Crucero Reserva,13,86,Leyda Valley,,,Siegel 2011 Crucero Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2011-crucero-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Siegel 14,Red,Chile,"Mildly green and herbal on the nose, with bell pepper, oregano, black plum and berry aromas. Concentrated and tight in the mouth, with firmness, some burn and round, dark flavors of baked berry and toasty oak. Heavy and chocolaty on the finish.",Crucero Reserva,13,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2010 Crucero Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2010-crucero-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Siegel 11,Sparkling,Italy,"The celebrated Ruffino estate in Tuscany enters the popular Prosecco category with this brand-new wine. An Extra Dry expression with a tiny hint of sweetness, this bright sparkler delivers pear, honey and sweet peach.",Extra Dry,15,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Ruffino NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Ruffino 13.5,White,Argentina,"Opens with clean, standard tropical fruit aromas. The palate follows suit with a tight mouthfeel and tropical flavors of melon, baNAa and peach, all accented by a spot of vanilla. Mildly pithy and toasty on the finish. Good Argentine Chardonnay for the price.",Yauquén,12,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ruca Malen 2010 Yauquén Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruca-malen-2010-yauquen-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Ruca Malen 14.3,Red,US,"Made for drinking right away, this is a sweetly ripe Pinot Noir, packed with flashy raspberry and cherry flavors. Oak adds sweet caramel, making it taste like a granola candy bar.",Split Rock Vineyard,48,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Trout Street 2009 Split Rock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trout-street-2009-split-rock-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Trout Street 14.1,Red,US,"RIOT is mostly Mourvèdre in 2008, with small percentages of Sangiovese and Grenache. Though for some super sniffers it may seem too volatile and a bit vinegary, it offers bright berry fruit and a chocolaty finish.",RIOT Red Table Wine,18,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Trio Vintners 2008 RIOT Red Table Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trio-vintners-2008-riot-red-table-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Trio Vintners 13.5,Red,Spain,"A bit minty and sharp on the bouquet, with a tight, angular palate featuring red plum, spice and cherry flavors. Juicy, bright, active and zesty, with some scour to the finish. Gets better as it breathes.",Sangre de Toro,12,86,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Torres 2009 Sangre de Toro Red (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2009-sangre-de-toro-red-catalunya/,Red Blend,2009,Torres 13,White,France,"Very ripe wine that tastes of the heat and sunshine of the vintage. It is warm, the peach and pineapple flavors partnering the toast and spicy vanilla. The wine has some power, maybe missing out on acidity.",,20,86,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Louis Chevallier 2009 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-chevallier-2009-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Chevallier 13,Red,France,"A solid, chunky wine, its fruit layers of jammy plums over light tannins. It has some richness along with an attractive juicy character that gives a dusty, almost sweet aftertaste.",,17,86,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Louis Chevallier 2009 Morgon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-chevallier-2009-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2009,Louis Chevallier 13,White,Spain,"Simple, clean, mostly neutral aromas of citrus and orange blossom lead to an acidic, minerally palate with green citrus flavors. For Verdejo this is standard and good, with grapefruit on the finish. Juicy and easy to sip.",,18,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Martinsancho 2010 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinsancho-2010-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Martinsancho 12,Sparkling,Portugal,"A blend of two white grapes, Bical and Cerceal, Duet is a warm, yeasty wine, its freshness given an earthy quality along with star fruit flavors and a steely aftertaste.",Duet,,86,Beiras,,,Luis Pato 2010 Duet Sparkling (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-pato-2010-duet-sparkling-portuguese-beiras/,Portuguese Sparkling,2010,Luis Pato 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,This is a light and tonic Prosecco Superiore that offers aromas of hay and dried grass backed by peach and citrus. Pair this wine with lightly fried vegetable tempura.,Calpena Extra Dry,,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Lucchetta NV Calpena Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucchetta-nv-calpena-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Lucchetta 12,White,France,"From old vines, a soft and creamy wine, with a toast and citrus edge. There is some concentration here, the acidity bringing out spice and final ripeness.",Les Femelottes,23,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaine Chavy-Chouet 2010 Les Femelottes (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chavy-chouet-2010-femelottes-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Chavy-Chouet 14.5,Red,US,"Deliciously ripe in raspberries, cherries and plums, with an exotic coating of sweetly caramelized oak. The texture is fine and silky, but ultimately the wine is too sweet and simple.",Laguna West,39,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fog Crest 2009 Laguna West Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-crest-2009-laguna-west-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Fog Crest 13.8,Red,US,"Nicely dry in the finish, with a good bite of acidity and smooth tannins. The weakness is a certain thinness of blackberry fruit. For the price, though, you get some elegance.",,15,86,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Don Patrick 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-patrick-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Don Patrick 14,Red,France,"Aromas of licorice, crushed violets and menthol add depth to the otherwise straightforward black cherry and berry fruit notes. Medium weight with a solid structure and a finish kissed with sweet spice flavors. Drink now.",Les Jardins,14,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Domaine Saint Antonin 2008 Les Jardins Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-antonin-2008-jardins-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine Saint Antonin 13.5,Red,Italy,"Far and away the coolest bottle of Barbera I have ever seen with its small beautifully sculpted mask. The wine inside shows some berry fruit, but also a very strong earthy character with mushroom and dried woodleaf flavors. Structurally the wine shows well, good acidity, medium long finish. Imported by Enotec Imports.",La Matta,40,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Gianni Gagliardo 2005 La Matta (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-gagliardo-2005-matta-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2005,Gianni Gagliardo 12.5,Red,France,"A vibrant and immediately accessable expression, Duboeuf is always consistant in its bottling of Beaujolas-Villages. The expected strawberry, bubble gum, cotton candy and banana notes are found both on the nose and palate. Juicy and colorful, this fresh quaff brings pleasure alone or paired with lighter entrées such as roasted turkey or chicken. Drink now. Imported by W.J. Deutsch & Sons, Ltd.",,10,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Georges Duboeuf 2006 Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2006-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2006,Georges Duboeuf 14,Red,Argentina,"Minty, floral aromas veer toward darker notes of cola, forest floor and leather. The palate is medium-full, with grabby tannins and roasted flavors of blackberry mixed with herbs and spice. A regular, oaky style of Cabernet with a raw, grabby mouthfeel.",Gran Lurton,30,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,François Lurton 2008 Gran Lurton Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2008-gran-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,François Lurton 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Sweet, floral and delicate, this fresh Moscato d'Asti opens with fragrant aromas of white flower and honey followed by stone fruit and honey. It offers full, generous mousse on the finish.",,15,86,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Enrico Serafino 2010 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrico-serafino-2010-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2010,Enrico Serafino 13.5,White,US,"Smooth and oaky, with a soft and accessible appeal, this is a more limited production offering than the Chateau's regular Columbia Valley Chardonnay. Though undeniably charming, it thins out quickly and does not have the vivid complexity of its sibling.",Indian Wells,18,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2009 Indian Wells Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2009-indian-wells-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,Red,Spain,"An unusual and exotic bouquet is the greeting; it smells like Middle Eastern spice, blueberry and cinnamon. Runs a bit flat and syrupy in the mouth, with raisin, stewed plum and spicy flavors. Fig and carob flavors define the finish, which is thick and soft.",Fagus,20,86,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Coto de Hayas 2007 Fagus Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-2007-fagus-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2007,Coto de Hayas 13.5,Red,Italy,"The nose is fresh, tasting of bright red summer fruits. On the palate, teh wine has a sweetness to it, but the fruit comes through strongly. Made in a modern but low impact style, it is a genial wine that invites gulping rather than sipping.",Aleta,22,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Cantine Sant'Agata 2005 Aleta (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-santagata-2005-aleta-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2005,Cantine Sant'Agata 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Fresh, crisp and clean with a grassy note of dried hay at the back, this easy Prosecco gains momentum thanks to background tones of citrus and peach. There's a touch of honey sweetness on the close.",Maschio dei Cavalieri Extra Dry,,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Cantine Maschio NV Maschio dei Cavalieri Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-maschio-nv-maschio-dei-cavalieri-extra-dry-prosecco-142681/,Glera,,Cantine Maschio 11,Sparkling,Italy,This luminous Prosecco opens with drying mineral tones of talc powder followed by subtle renderings of peach and citrus. There's a lemon candy or soda-like note at the very end.,Millesimato,21,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Cantina Progettidivini 2010 Millesimato (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-progettidivini-2010-millesimato-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Cantina Progettidivini ,Red,Spain,"Dry, spicy and dusty on the nose, with red plum and cherry aromas that become more raisiny with airing. The palate is chewy and thick, with baked plum, blackberry and medicinal flavors. Finishes medicinal as well, with a peppery accent and lasting sweetness.",,11,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Catania 2009 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catania-2009-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Catania 14.3,Red,US,"A soft, somewhat one-dimensional wine that doesn't possess the brightness or interest you expect in a Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir. That's despite some very rich cherry, licorice, cola and sandalwood flavors. Drink up.",King Ridge Vineyard,59,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Castello di Amorosa 2009 King Ridge Vineyard Pinot Nero (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-amorosa-2009-king-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-nero-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Nero,2009,Castello di Amorosa 14.8,Red,US,"Tough and gritty for a Merlot, with sweet and sour cherry and blackberry flavors wrapped into stringy tannins. With its briary, peppery finish, it could almost be a Zinfandel.",Pocai Vineyard,24,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 2008 Pocai Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2008-pocai-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Ballentine 13.8,Red,US,"Tons of ripe, jammy blackberry, blueberry and milk chocolate flavors in this softly sweet Cabernet. For under 20 bucks, it impresses for audacious richness.",,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Avalon 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avalon-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Avalon 13,Red,Austria,"An intensely acidic wine, its tannins and spice acting as a foil to the freshest of black currant fruit flavors. It's definitely a cool-climate red. Screwcap.",Ladner,,86,Niederösterreich,,,Bründlmayer 2008 Ladner St. Laurent (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2008-ladner-other-white-st-laurent-niederosterreich/,St. Laurent,2008,Bründlmayer 13.5,Red,Spain,"Black cherry and berry jam aromas bring a touch of raisin as well. The palate is mostly fresh and zesty, with medium weight and intensity along with crisp red plum and raspberry flavors. Tight, mildly acidic and a bit toasty on the finish.",Viña Alarde,11,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Berberana 2009 Viña Alarde (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berberana-2009-vina-alarde-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Berberana 14.3,Red,US,"An easy, gentle red wine, full-bodied and spicy, with extravagantly ripe cherry and blackberry flavors. Pretty good, but lacks those extra layers of complexity, so drink now.",,17,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bearboat 2008 Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bearboat-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2008,Bearboat ,Red,US,"This shakes off a slightly sweaty nose and opens into a soft, round, pleasantly fruity wine with strawberry, mint and spice. There is a hint of new wood, and a mild, almost floral finish.",,18,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Le Chateau 2008 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-chateau-2008-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2008,Le Chateau 13.5,White,France,"Medium gold in color. Surprisingly muted nose, slightly vinous with some musky notes. Quite oily and heavy on the palate with strong musky, rose and spice flavors dominant. Viscous texture and broad but lacking some definition and crispness. Moderately long, warm finish.",Grand Cru Hengst,75,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2005 Grand Cru Hengst Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2005-grand-cru-hengst-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2005,Josmeyer 14,Red,South Africa,"There's a nice strak of menthol throughout this wine, lifting the traditional Cabernet notes of black plum and cherry. The mouth is silky but filling, showing excellent overall balance and a clean but lingering finish. Drink now.",,11,86,Coastal Region,,,La Capra Presented by Fairview 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capra-presented-by-fairview-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,La Capra Presented by Fairview 14.3,White,US,"Here's a rich, soft Chardonnay made from exceedingly ripe grapes, and a heavy application of oak flavoring. Brims with pineapple crême brulée, butterscotch, vanilla cookie and cinnamon flavors.",Reserve,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2006 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2006-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,William Hill Estate 14,Red,Chile,"Spicy and dry smelling, with red fruit aromas and a hint of prickle and brine to the nose. Smooth in the mouth and full through the midpalate as plum and red berry flavors blend with herbal notes. Mellow and full on the finish. Good value.",Sepia Reserva,10,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Vistamar 2010 Sepia Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistamar-2010-sepia-reserva-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Vistamar 13.5,Red,Brazil,"Not an inexpensive taste of Brazil despite the one-liter bottle, but this is about as refined and worldly as you're going to find from the land of samba. The nose is roasted and solid, with baked berry aromas that draw you in. Coffee, raisin, pepper and plenty of fruit work the palate, and the finish is long and leathery. One of the better wines from Brazil that we've tried.",Terroir,35,86,Vale dos Vinhedos,,,Vinícola Miolo 2005 Terroir Merlot (Vale dos Vinhedos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-miolo-2005-terroir-merlot-vale-vinhedos/,Merlot,2005,Vinícola Miolo 11,Sparkling,Italy,"A fresh, light-hearted and cheerful Prosecco (in a tiny, tiny pocket-sized bottle), you could imagine pairing this Italian sparkler with mini pizzas or stuffed mushroom appetizers. It feel clean, crisp and fresh overall.",Maschio dei Cavalieri Extra Dry,,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Cantine Maschio NV Maschio dei Cavalieri Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-maschio-nv-cavalieri-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Cantine Maschio 13.5,Red,US,"Another Best Buy Merlot from Bogle. The wine is just as you want a nice Merlot to be, rich and soft and flavorful in cherries, with a kiss of smoky oak.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2009 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2009-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Bogle 14,Red,Spain,"Smoky and dark on the nose, with crusty black fruit aromas. It's short and tough in the mouth, with beaming acidity but only monoline red berry flavors. High acidity rears up again on the finish. Reflects the tough conditions of 2008.",JME Selección,25,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Muriel 2008 JME Selección (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muriel-2008-jme-seleccion-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodegas Muriel 13,Red,Spain,"Opens with leather, cowhide and sweet notes of raisin and licorice. The palate is a bit scratchy, with leathery red fruit flavors, oak-driven spice, bitterness and then mild heat on what amounts to a snappy but earthy finish. Improves with airing.",Viña Alarde Crianza,13,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Berberana 2007 Viña Alarde Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berberana-2007-vina-alarde-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Berberana 14.8,Red,US,"Make this wine a little drier and the score would rise. As things are, it's just too sweet and one-dimensional in jammy raspberries and cherries, while oak brings buttered toast and roasted coconut flavors that are candy sweet. Good as it is, it palls after a while.",Cargasacchi Vineyard,48,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Pali 2009 Cargasacchi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2009-cargasacchi-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pali 13,Rose,France,"Pale salmon rosé, with peach and melon aromas. It's dry and minerally on the palate, with mouthwatering acids that linger on the finish.",Grand Toque,10,86,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Marrenon 2010 Grand Toque Rosé (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marrenon-2010-grand-toque-rose-luberon/,Rosé,2010,Marrenon 13,Red,Italy,"An interesting nose of fruit and something a little wild; animal and funky. Not for everybody, and perhaps the funkiness was a little over the top, but an enjoyable wine for those who enjoy old-fashioned Dolcettos.",Fontanazza,17,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Marcarini 2006 Fontanazza (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-2006-fontanazza-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2006,Marcarini ,White,France,"This wine starts off slowly, with only faint scents of oranges, but then it delivers bold, assertive flavors of those same oranges, filled out by hints of honeyed ripeness. It does turn a bit warm on the finish; drink it over the next few months.",Cuvée Tradition,,86,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Mas Carlot 2010 Cuvée Tradition White (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-carlot-2010-cuvee-tradition-white-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Mas Carlot 13.5,Rose,France,"Four different grape varieties go into this well-made rosé, but the result is still somewhat straightforward, largely plums and cherries. It's medium in body, yet does show a trace of warmth on the finish.",Heritages,12,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Ogier 2010 Heritages Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ogier-2010-heritages-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Ogier 12.5,White,Spain,"Light, floral and yeasty on the bouquet. The palate is citrusy, with some flesh to the mouthfeel and flavors of lime, green herbs and apple. Mixes roundness with some edge on the finish.",Vendimia Nocturna,9,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Nebla 2010 Vendimia Nocturna Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nebla-2010-vendimia-nocturna-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Nebla ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Very structured wine, ripe with its plum jelly flavors given shape by tannins and acidity. The wine is full in the mouth allowing an attractive edge of tannins at the end.",Reserve Ruby,,86,Port,,,Barão de Vilar NV Reserve Ruby (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barao-vilar-nv-reserve-ruby-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Barão de Vilar 14.5,White,US,"This unusual blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier combines the attributes of crisp acidity and fruitiness. The result is a delicious, fine wine, rich in citrus, apricot and pear flavors that are a little sweet in white sugar.",Blend 23,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,B Cellars 2010 Blend 23 White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/b-cellars-2010-blend-23-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2010,B Cellars 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Aromas of citrus, lime and dried hay open the easy bouquet of this luminous Prosecco. It shows creamy mousse with a fresh note of stone fruit on the finish.",Cuvée Lounge Extra Dry,,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Astoria NV Cuvée Lounge Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-nv-cuvee-lounge-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Astoria 11,Sparkling,US,"This very sweet wine has the usual bubbly flavors of yeast and citrus fruits, but also an Amaretto, almond liqueur richness. It's one of the sweetest sparkling wines available in California.",Almond,13,86,California,California Other,California,Four Paws & A Tail NV Almond Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-paws-a-tail-nv-almond-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Four Paws & A Tail ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A wine that is soft and fruity. The tannins are light, spiked with acidity and some bitter chocolate. The final character is fruity, rich and soft.",Terra Bella Reserve,,86,Port,,,Fonseca NV Terra Bella Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonseca-nv-terra-bella-reserve-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Fonseca 12,Sparkling,US,"With a pale copper color, this is a full-bodied sparkler whose orange, raspberry and vanilla flavors offer plenty of satisfaction. It's a little sweet, but fine acidity and a scour of bubbles provide clean balance.",Brut Rosé,13,86,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-california-139627/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 12,Sparkling,US,"Really rich in cherry, vanilla, toast and yeasty sourdough flavors, a full-bodied, pleasant bubbly that has a bit of sweetness to round off the rough edges.",Blanc de Noirs,13,86,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Blanc de Noirs Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-blanc-de-noirs-sparkling-california-139625/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 13,White,France,"Very mineral wine, with considerable acidity, apple and grapefruit flavors. Flavors from wood give an extra character to this wine, which is ready to drink.",,50,86,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Jaffelin 2008 Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2008-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Jaffelin 14.9,Red,US,"Only in California's warmer regions will you find the enormously ripe cherries and blackberries this Cabernet offers. It's as sweet as jam. Likeable, even opulent, but would benefit from greater dryness and structure.",,36,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Joseph Family 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-family-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Joseph Family 14.3,Red,US,"This is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. It's very rich and ripe in blackberries, cherries and milk chocolate, and is a little sweet. Offers plenty of upfront pleasure with a grilled steak.",Serres Ranch,24,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Highway 12 2009 Serres Ranch Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highway-12-2009-serres-ranch-red-sonoma-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Highway 12 13.9,Red,US,"A rustic, tannic Cabernet, with sweet, juicy blackberry and spice flavors and an overlay of oak. Good for drinking now.",Special Reserve,38,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Herzog 2007 Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herzog-2007-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Herzog 13.5,White,US,"A nice, fruity Sauvignon Blanc, a little sweet and simple, but satisfying nonetheless for its array of ripe pineapple, citrus, lime, green apple and spice flavors, brightened with crisp acidity.",Hanson-Hsieh Vineyard,32,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Maisonry 2010 Hanson-Hsieh Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maisonry-2010-hanson-hsieh-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Maisonry 13.5,White,Argentina,"Clean, citric and precise on the nose, then exceedingly lean and pointy in the mouth, where uncompromised flavors of mineral, lime and orange peel set up a chalky, crisp finish. Mouthwatering and cleansing.",,13,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Maipe 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maipe-2011-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Maipe 14.7,Red,US,"A little sharp and aggressive in texture, giving it a rustic feel, but pretty rich in blackberries, currants and cedar, making it an easy Cab to drink now.",,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Magness 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magness-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Magness 13.5,Red,Spain,"Spice, dry oak, citrus peel, tomato and tobacco aromas all get on the board. Defines crispness and dryness with firm, one-note raspberry and cherry flavors. Any fruit fades fast on the quick finish, leaving a dry peppery flavor.",Reserva,15,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Lagunilla 2006 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagunilla-2006-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Lagunilla 13,White,France,"Named after the almost gold appearance of the Chardonnay vines at harvest time, this is a soft wine, with hints of the mineral tang that embodies Pouilly Fuissé. It has pear and white peach fruit flavors, soft and ready to drink.",Vallon d'Or,20,86,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Labouré-Roi 2010 Vallon d'Or (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2010-vallon-dor-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2010,Labouré-Roi 15.2,Red,US,"Rich, oily meats and cheeses are what this Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah blend needs, because it's so toughly tannic. The char of broiled meat will complement the cherry and blackberry sweetness.",Epiphany,30,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Marcos Creek 2009 Epiphany Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-marcos-creek-2009-epiphany-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2009,San Marcos Creek 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Brushy and brambly smelling at first, then cleaner and fruitier as it breathes. Full and juicy in the mouth, with lightly toasted berry and plum flavors that register as regular but fresh. Long and linear on the finish.",Trumpeter,11,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2010 Trumpeter Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2010-trumpeter-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Rutini 15.8,Red,US,"A brawny, cherry flavored Zinfandel, big shouldered all around with dense, leathery spicy aromas and flavors, with hints of licorice and bittersweet chocolate. Estate bottled and grown in Napa's Chiles Valley.",Estate,35,86,California,Napa,Chiles Valley,RustRidge 2007 Estate Zinfandel (Chiles Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustridge-2007-estate-zinfandel-napa-chiles-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,RustRidge 13.5,Red,Italy,,Tenuta Santedame,18,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Ruffino 2004 Tenuta Santedame (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2004-tenuta-santedame-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2004,Ruffino 14.3,Red,US,"At the age of four-plus years, the tannins still are tough and astringent in this Cabernet, making it hard to appreciate the underling blackberry, blueberry and currant flavors. It's bone dry, but those tannins don't seem like they'll ever age out, so drink up.",,60,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Stone Edge Farm 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stone-edge-farm-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Stone Edge Farm 13.5,Red,South Africa,Floral notes of crushed violet petals add depth to the otherwise fruit-driven core of this wine. Juicy flavors of blueberry and raspberry abound in the silky mouth and light tannins linger through the close. Easy and approachable; drink now.,No Added Sulfites,10,86,Western Cape,,,Stellar Organics 2010 No Added Sulfites Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stellar-organics-2010-no-added-sulfites-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2010,Stellar Organics 12.5,White,France,"Coming from the more northerly parts of Burgundy, this is cool Chardonnay, with steel and minerality. It is firmly textured, its apple and quince flavors coming with a more citrus element.",,16,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Simonnet-Febvre 2010 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2010-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2010,Simonnet-Febvre 12,Rose,France,"This lightly colored blend of Cabernet Franc and Gamay brings out an attractive perfumed character, red currant and wild strawberries. It is dry, feeling rich with acidity cutting straight through. Screwcap.",,13,86,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Val de Loire,,Villebois 2010 Rosé (Vin de Pays du Val de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villebois-2010-rose-vin-pays-val/,Rosé,2010,Villebois 13,Sparkling,Italy,"The color of this Gavi was lager gold and far darker than any other sparkling wine I tasted. The nose was also intriguing, showing mineral, earth and honey. there was no sign of fruit. It seemed very mature, but not yet old, and the flavors were easy and long. Slightly enigmatic, and with a little fruit it could have been a contender...",Brut,30,86,Piedmont,Gavi,,Villa Sparina NV Brut (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sparina-nv-brut-sparkling-gavi/,Sparkling Blend,,Villa Sparina 14.5,Red,US,"A little rustic around the edges, with some sharp acidity and sweetness to the red cherry fruit. A nice cheeseburger, smoky from the grill and slathered in ketchup, is a perfect match.",Block 601,22,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Trentadue 2009 Block 601 Sangiovese (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2009-block-601-sangiovese-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sangiovese,2009,Trentadue 11.4,White,US,"While harmoniously dry on the palate, there's a fascinating interplay of sweet, candied orange peels and tea against darker tones of smoke and struck flint on this unusual Finger Lakes Riesling. Finishes quite brisk on a tart, raw quince note.",Dry,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Thirsty Owl Wine Company 2010 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thirsty-owl-wine-company-2010-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2010,Thirsty Owl Wine Company 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,There's a sweet element of peach juice or passion fruit that opens the bouquet of this luminous sparkling Prosecco. Pair this wine with spicy pork rolls.,Extra Dry,18,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Terre di San Venanzio Fortunato 2010 Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-san-venanzio-fortunato-2010-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Terre di San Venanzio Fortunato 12.5,Red,US,"Amidst pungent layers of smoke and toast, there's a core of clean, red cherry and plum flavors accented by black coffee and milk chocolate notes. Lean, lively acidity and well-integrated tannins add structure.",,40,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sherwood House Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-house-2007-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Sherwood House Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"An attractive price for a straightforward, Amador County Zin, full-bodied and tasting of ripe blackberries and cocoa.",,10,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Shenandoah 2010 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2010-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Shenandoah 14.2,Red,US,"It was difficult to get much out of the glass; the wine may have entered a dumb phase. There were vague hints of barnyard and plastic, suggestions of red fruits, and overall the wine left a rather sharp, herbal impression.",,22,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2009 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2009-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Seven Hills 12,White,Italy,"Aragosta is one of those wonderfully light and crisp Italian whites that would pair so well with the seafood dishes we love most (fried calamari and crab cakes, for example). Tonic aromas of peach, citrus and white flower emerge from the nose.",Aragosta,11,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Santa Maria La Palma 2010 Aragosta (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-maria-palma-2010-aragosta-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2010,Santa Maria La Palma 14,Red,Chile,"This wine, for Maule PN, is a consistent, proven value. It's lightly perfumed and peppery on the nose, with herb and leather hints. Has a good body, smooth tannins and acidity, and earthy flavors of strawberry and raspberry. Mild on the finish; tastes like Pinot should.",Reserva,12,86,Maule Valley,,,Chilensis 2010 Reserva Pinot Noir (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilensis-2010-reserva-pinot-noir-maule-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Chilensis 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"From the far-away 1994 vintage, this aged metodo classico sparking wine (made with 80% Chardonnay with Pinots Nero and Bianco) opens with a deep golden color and aromas of mature fruit, apricot and butterscotch. There's a note of flatness or slight oxidation.",Brut Riserva,30,86,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Cornaleto 1994 Brut Riserva (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cornaleto-1994-brut-riserva-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,1994,Cornaleto 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smells barbecued and saucy, with dry oak, resin and smoked meat aromas. The palate is more acidic, while the flavors lean toward resiny and saucy, i.e. hickory and roasted berry. Oaky on the finish, with sawdust and vanilla flavors.",,12,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Colores del Sol 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colores-sol-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Colores del Sol 9,Sparkling,Italy,"From the Reggiano area of Emilia-Romagna in central Italy, this fizzy red wine offers aromas of chocolate and cherry liqueur. The wine is almost dry, with a sweet spot at the middle, and has the acidity and firmness to pair with cheesy pasta.",,18,86,Central Italy,Lambrusco Reggiano,,Donelli NV Lambrusco Reggiano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donelli-nv-italian-red-lambrusco-lambrusco-reggiano/,Lambrusco,,Donelli 14,Red,Chile,"Olive, herbs, black pepper and minerality accent core black cherry and berry aromas. It's a touch choppy and tight in the mouth, with decent structure and mildly herbal flavors of blackberry and plum. Finishes lightly herbal and easy.",BrisAndes,11,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2010 BrisAndes Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2010-brisandes-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Jammy on the nose, with a citrusy element, green notes and something muddy. For a big Malbec with a full price tag, it leaves me wondering: It's chunky and tastes of red berry, citrus, pineapple and marshmallow. Jumbled and sweet on the finish. Has enough good in it not to tank but it's not in full harmony.",,28,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Finca 8 2009 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-8-2009-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2009,Finca 8 14.2,Red,US,"Soft and ripe in the Paso style, with blackberry, cherry and raisin flavors, as well as smoky, caramelized oak. It's an easy-to-drink, rather country-style wine for opening now.",Estate Grown,45,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cass 2008 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cass-2008-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Cass 14.2,Red,US,"There's a tough, gritty acidity and tannic toughness that makes this wine hard and chewy in the mouth. On the plus side are very ripe flavors of cherries, pomegranates and cola. Call it rustic, but it's not going anywhere, so drink up.",Estate,38,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,McIntyre Vineyards 2009 Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcintyre-2009-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,McIntyre Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"So soft and melted in the mouth, it also collapses, making you long for some grounding tannins. Yet the flavors are so lush and decadent, they bring you back for another sip. Raspberries, cherries, sweet figs, anise, smoky meringue, toasted coconut, it's as tasty as an after-dinner pastry.",Rapsodie du Soleil,40,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sunstone 2005 Rapsodie du Soleil Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2005-rapsodie-soleil-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2005,Sunstone 12.5,White,South Africa,"An aromatic, robust nose of melon, lemon and pear are followed by a touch of slick honey, pear and spice on the palate. Pretty and approachable. Pair with poultry dishes, creamy seafood fare.",Chapter II Naka The Horn,9,86,Western Cape,,,Storyteller 2008 Chapter II Naka The Horn Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storyteller-2008-chapter-ii-naka-horn-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Storyteller ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Concentrated, perfumed with aromatic violets and red berries. The wine has a rich character, showing berry fruits and light tannins that offer a rounded style.",Finest Reserve,20,86,Port,,,Quinta de la Rosa NV Finest Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-de-la-rosa-nv-finest-reserve-port-142126/,Port,,Quinta de la Rosa 14,Red,South Africa,"Hints of coffee grinds and cocoa powder mingle with the black cherry and boysenberry fruit core of this wine. The round mouth offers soft, approachable tannins followed by a solid finish. Drink now.",Bush Vine,13,86,Paarl,,,Tormentoso 2009 Bush Vine Pinotage (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tormentoso-2009-bush-vine-pinotage-paarl/,Pinotage,2009,Tormentoso 10.5,White,Germany,"This is a traditional fruity Riesling, medium bodied, with flinty aromas and hints of apples and cream. It's soft and off dry in style, with some mineral character.",Tradition,28,86,Rheingau,,,Robert Weil 2009 Tradition Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-weil-2009-tradition-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Robert Weil ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Bright fruits in a Port with soft tannins and a structure that pushes blackberry fruit and sweet jelly. The wine is soft, ripe, full, showing some dryness from tannins on the finish.",Warrior Reserve,19,86,Port,,,Warre's NV Warrior Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warres-nv-warrior-reserve-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Warre's 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This fresh, crisp Prosecco is redolent of green apple, cantaloupe melon, lime and honey. There's a sweet spot of peach and apricot on the finish.",Extra Dry Millesimato,,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Val d'Oca 2010 Extra Dry Millesimato (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-doca-2010-extra-dry-millesimato-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2010,Val d'Oca 12.5,White,Spain,"Here's a Txakoli that's devoid of spritz and bubbles. It's a classic dry white table wine with zest and minerality along with flavors of melon, green apple and lime. Limited in scope but good if you like a tangy, tart, acid-rich white.",Uixar,26,86,Northern Spain,Bizkaiko Txakolina,,Txorierri 2010 Uixar White (Bizkaiko Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/txorierri-2010-uixar-white-bizkaiko-txakolina/,White Blend,2010,Txorierri 14.4,Red,US,"This is an o.k. Merlot, even somewhat fashionable, but it is not a success for such a fine winery as Silverado. The '07, like the '06, is simple, with sour cherry, currant, cedar and spice flavors, wrapped into firm tannins.",Mt. George Vineyard,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2007 Mt. George Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2007-mt-george-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Silverado 14.3,Red,US,"Robust and deeply flavored in wild berry, tobacco, smoked meat and spice flavors. A somewhat rustic wine that needs big, rich roasts and barbecue.",50 Year Old Vines,30,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,XYZin 2009 50 Year Old Vines Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xyzin-2009-50-year-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,XYZin 14.8,Red,US,"There's a smokiness to this wine that may be due to well-charred barrels, but it also has a baked, cooked taste, like the raisins got sunburned. Below that you'll find ripe raspberry, cherry and cola flavors.",San Saba Vineyard,49,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2009 San Saba Vineyard Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2009-san-saba-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2009,Wrath 14.8,Red,US,"Fruity richness stars in this rather direct Pinot Noir. It explodes in the mouth with ripe flavors of raspberries and cherries, with a caramel sweet coating of oak. Tastes like a honey-nut granola bar.",115/667,35,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2009 115/667 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2009-115-667-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2009,Wrath 12,White,France,"Mid-lemon color. Medium aroma intensity with lots of pear-drop, candied apple and a hint of acetone. Light-bodied, brisk with simple citrus flavors and some spice. Somewhat dilute with a moderate, slightly tart finish.",Tradition,23,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 2007 Tradition Muscat (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-2007-tradition-muscat-alsace/,Muscat,2007,Hugel 12.5,Red,US,"Dark on the nose and palate with swathes of smoke, espresso and briney black olive, Hosmer's Cabernet Franc is nicely concentrated with a lean, black fruit profile. Dry and medium-bodied with bright acidity and a soft, violet-scented finish.",,18,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Hosmer 2009 Cabernet Franc (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hosmer-2009-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Hosmer 13.5,Red,US,"Softly delicate and dry, this affordable Merlot has lots of charm. It's a smooth, medium-bodied wine with pleasant cherry, cola, pepper and sandalwood flavors. Good job.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,Greystone 2009 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greystone-2009-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Greystone ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Sweetly rich wine, with soft tannins giving a light structure. There is some toffee, sweet juicy plums and black cherries. The wine is full, rich and ripe.",Fine Ruby,,86,Port,,,Delaforce NV Fine Ruby (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delaforce-nv-fine-ruby-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Delaforce ,Red,US,"The companion to the winery's Farmhouse White, this blend of Merlot, Syrah, Sangiovese, Petite Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon is a fine quaffer. High-toned cherry fruit, hints of pepper, and a medium-bodied mouthfeel make this a perfect pizza wine.",Farmhouse Red,10,86,America,,,David Hill NV Farmhouse Red Red (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-nv-farmhouse-red-america/,Red Blend,,David Hill 13.5,White,Chile,"Light and generally clean smelling, with standard green apple, melon and lime aromas. Feels a touch flat and pithy for Casablanca, with generic citrus and mild bitterness for flavors. Pithy and just juicy enough on the finish.",Reserva,12,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Chilensis 2011 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilensis-2011-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Chilensis 13.5,White,France,"This four-variety blend (Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Clairette and Bourboulenc) starts off flinty and sharp, then develops greater breadth on the palate. The ripe melon flavors finish with an edge of passion fruit. Drink now.",Epicure,,86,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Château Valcombe 2010 Epicure White (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valcombe-2010-epicure-white-ventoux/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Château Valcombe 10,White,France,"Coming from Gros Manseng and Sauvignon Blanc grown in Gascony, this is light, just a hint of sweetness and refreshing acidity. Yellow fruit and pineapple flavors dominate this great aperitif wine.",Villa Chambre d'Amour,,86,France Other,Vin de France,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2010 Villa Chambre d'Amour White (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2010-villa-chambre-damour-white-vin/,White Blend,2010,Lionel Osmin & Cie 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Marsilio is a delicate, golden Moscato d'Asti with floral aromas of honeysuckle and jasmine followed by soapy foam and soft mousse. It offers plush, feminine sweetness.",Marsilio,,86,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Marco Negri 2010 Marsilio (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-negri-2010-marsilio-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2010,Marco Negri ,Red,US,"A blend of roughly equal parts Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this aggressively oaky red puts the fruit in a supporting role. Tannic, chewy, rough and tumble, it's plenty big, but not a finesse wine.",Castle Red,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Le Chateau 2008 Castle Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-chateau-2008-castle-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Le Chateau 14.8,White,US,"Rich and sweet in pineapples, pears and honey, with sweet buttered toast, vanilla cream and buttered popcorn flavors, this Chardonnay overdoes it in the modern style. It will appeal to lots of consumers.",,44,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Parallel 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parallel-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Parallel 14.2,Red,US,"This somewhat sweet Pinot tastes like a liquid version of raspberry jam, figs, vanilla cookies and buttered toast. Fine acidity gives it needed balance. Drink now.",,25,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Paraiso Vineyards 13.5,Red,Spain,"Floral red berry aromas vie with red licorice and raspberry candy scents on what is basically a sweet-smelling nose. Fairly dense and concentrated in the mouth, but narrow, with cherry and berry flavors. Finishes medicinal and slightly herbal.",,15,86,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Pagos del Moncayo 2010 Garnacha-Syrah (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pagos-moncayo-2010-red-blend-garnacha-syrah-campo-borja/,Garnacha-Syrah,2010,Pagos del Moncayo 14.2,White,US,"Your average California Chardonnay, fruity in pineapples and vanilla cream, with a spicy, butterscotchy richness.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutch Bill Creek 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutch-bill-creek-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Dutch Bill Creek 15.1,Red,US,"This Petit Verdot grown on the hillsides of El Dorado County in California Gold Country is all dark berry and strawberry jam, still tight and grippy with room to develop added complexity over time.",Georgetown Divide,25,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Duarte Georgetown 2007 Georgetown Divide Petit Verdot (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duarte-georgetown-2007-divide-petit-verdot-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Petit Verdot,2007,Duarte Georgetown 14.2,Red,US,"A nice Syrah, rich in berries, licorice, Dr. Pepper cola and spices, with soft, luxurious tannins. It's a little uncomplicated and sweet, but easy to drink now.",,34,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Dierberg 2008 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dierberg-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Dierberg 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This simple, no-fuss Prosecco opens with cheery aromas of peach, yellow rose and a touch of bitter almond. This expression also offers mature flavors of melon and apricot on the finish.",Brut Millesimato,17,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bianca Vigna 2010 Brut Millesimato (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianca-vigna-2010-brut-millesimato-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Bianca Vigna 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"A touch gritty and stalky, but mostly it's just pleasant and innocuous on the nose. The palate is crisp and tight, with foamy bubbles and then a lightly toasted, stalky set of red fruit flavors that finish sweet. Nothing spectacular but perfectly good for a Monastrell-Pinot Noir blend.",Gran Tradición Rosé Brut,10,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Berberana NV Gran Tradición Rosé Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berberana-nv-gran-tradicion-rose-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Berberana 13.8,Red,US,"A pretty good Pinot Noir, elegantly silky as it should be, with flavors of tart cherries, cola, red licorice and sandalwood. It's a bit too soft and sweet, but easy to drink.",Meiomi,22,86,California,California Other,Monterey-Santa Barbara-Sonoma,Belle Glos 2010 Meiomi Pinot Noir (Monterey-Santa Barbara-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-glos-2010-meiomi-pinot-noir-other-monterey-santa-barbara-sonoma/,Pinot Noir,2010,Belle Glos 14.2,Red,US,"A pretty good Pinot Noir, although It's a little expensive for what you get. Nicely dry and crisp in acidity, with cherry and persimmon flavors, but needs greater depth and complexity.",,42,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bartz-Allen 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartz-allen-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bartz-Allen 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Costa dei Peschi is an elegant and understated sparkling wine that would pair with sushi or lightly fried calamari. Spicy bubbling is enhanced by butterscotch and lemon drop.,Costa dei Peschi Brut,,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Cà Vittoria NV Costa dei Peschi Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-vittoria-nv-costa-peschi-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Cà Vittoria 12.5,Red,US,"A sound introductory Pinot Noir, showing proper silkiness and spicy flavors of cherries and cola. Easy to drink, with no obvious faults.",Coastal Series,18,86,California,California Other,California,Arrow Creek 2010 Coastal Series Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrow-creek-2010-coastal-series-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Arrow Creek 14.2,White,US,"Sweet and extracted in pineapple, tangerine, lime and vanilla flavors, this Chardonnay also is generously oaked, which gives it even richer vanilla and buttered toast notes. It's flashy, yet would benefit from greater dryness and restraint. Size isn't everything.",,28,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Anaba 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anaba-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Anaba 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Baked fruit and coconut are the lead aromas, and there's cassis and stewed berry scents as well. Gritty in the mouth, with sweet, medicinal berry fruit flavors, coconut and chocolate. Stocky, ripe, tannic and medicinal on the finish.",FIN Single Vineyard,40,86,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega del Fin del Mundo 2007 FIN Single Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-fin-mundo-2007-single-vineyard-cabernet-franc-patagonia/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Bodega del Fin del Mundo 15.1,Red,US,"On its own, this Petite Sirah tastes soft and honey sweet, with pie-filling berries, cherries, spices and cocoa. But pair it with a great cheeseburger, and it will rise to the occasion, matching grilled sweetness with the same.",Fig Tree Vineyard,24,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 2009 Fig Tree Vineyard Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2009-fig-tree-vineyard-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,Ballentine 13,White,Spain,"Apple, peach and corn aromas are indicative of the chunky palate that comes next. Flavors run a touch stalky and grassy, with apple cider the key fruit component. Simple on the finish; middle of the road as a whole.",,22,86,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Abad Dom Bueno 2010 Godello (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abad-dom-bueno-2010-spanish-white-godello-bierzo/,Godello,2010,Abad Dom Bueno ,Red,US,"This is 95% Cabernet Sauvignon from the estate vineyards. Quite sour with lip-puckering cherry fruit, it thins out and finishes with hard, slightly chalky tannins.",Headless Red,18,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Ash Hollow 2007 Headless Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ash-hollow-2007-headless-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Ash Hollow 13,Red,France,"With some weight and attractive fruit richness, here is a wine that brings out all the red fruitiness of a Beaujolais cru, while not being unduly burdened with tannin or structure. Its fruitiness should be taken advantage of now.",,14,86,Beaujolais,Régnié,,Château de Pizay 2010 Régnié,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pizay-2010-gamay-regnie/,Gamay,2010,Château de Pizay 14.3,Red,US,"A Cab from near Yosemite, grown at 3,000-foot elevation with big texture and tannins that could develop into something interesting.",Gardner Vineyard,19,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Casto Oaks 2008 Gardner Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casto-oaks-2008-gardner-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Casto Oaks 12,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a subdued nature to this wine that makes up for a lack of intensity with elegance. Slight hints of white flower and passion fruit are followed by smooth, soft foaming.",Brut,22,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bortolin NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolin-nv-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-137071/,Glera,,Bortolin 13.9,Red,US,"Good, ripe blackberry and currant fruit in this dry Cabernet, but the mouthfeel is a little off, for such an ambitious wine. The oak is too extracted, while the tannins are harsh. Feels overwrought, and not likely to improve much in the bottle.",Charles Towing Reverence Vineyard,70,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Calicaro 2008 Charles Towing Reverence Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calicaro-2008-charles-towing-reverence-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Calicaro 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Basic peach and melon aromas come with lettuce and white pepper accents. The palate runs a little soft and low on acid and bubbles, while the flavor profile is sweet, with lime and apple at the core. A standard, basic Cava.",Brut Reserva,15,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Castillo de Perelada NV Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-de-perelada-nv-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Castillo de Perelada 11,Sparkling,Italy,"From vintner Eugenio Collavini in Friuli (northeast Italy), comes this new brand of Prosecco. This interpretation shows loads of dry grass, green apple, spring flower and citrus. The effervescence is tonic and firm.",,,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Voveti NV Prosecco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voveti-nv-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Voveti 13.5,Red,Argentina,"The name and packaging scream “concept wine,” but what's in the bottle will win you over. It's full and rubbery, with pleasant yet generic berry aromas. The palate is racy and fairly hefty and tannic, with black raspberry, plum and mild herbal flavors. Grabby, with good acidity on the finish.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Vintage Sun 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vintage-sun-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Vintage Sun 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Light and dry on the nose, with basic white fruit aromas that suggest peach and nectarine. The palate has a regular, solid mouthfeel and sweet flavors of apple and white stone fruits. Finishes sweet before transitioning to pithy. Good for the price.",Kila,8,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Vins El Cep 2009 Kila Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-el-cep-2009-kila-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Vins El Cep 13.5,Red,Brazil,"This blend of Touriga Nacional, Alfrocheiro and Tinta Roriz is an authentic stab at Portuguese-style wine. It is roasted and leathery on the nose, with earthy baked fruit flavors and tons of leather. Shows immense rustic fruit the more it expands, but also some cooked qualities and heft. An interesting wine that's worth a go. GM Miolo, USA.",Quinta do Seival Castas Portuguesas,20,86,Campanha,,,Vinícola Miolo 2004 Quinta do Seival Castas Portuguesas Red (Campanha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-miolo-2004-quinta-seival-castas-portuguesas-red-campanha/,Red Blend,2004,Vinícola Miolo ,Red,US,"Feels heavy and jammy in the mouth, with raspberry and cherry flavors that are generously oaked. That barrel aging regime brings butterscotch and sweet vanilla to the mix. The result is a rather soft, sweet Pinot Noir whose richness outweighs its complexity.",Norman C. deLeuze Founder's Reserve,65,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,ZD 2009 Norman C. deLeuze Founder's Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-2009-norman-c-deleuze-founders-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,ZD 12,White,France,"A fruity wine, full of grapefruit, lime and melon flavors, cut with passion fruit acidity. The wine has a light texture with a zesty edge, clean and totally ready to drink. Screwcap.",,12,86,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Villebois 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villebois-2010-sauvignon-blanc-touraine/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Villebois 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Il Fresco is the perfect bubbly for a moonlit night, a festive atmosphere and dining al fresco. Light and luminous with an easy feel and focused floral and peach aromas, this bright Prosecco is a real charmer.",Il Fresco Brut,13,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Villa Sandi NV Il Fresco Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-il-fresco-brut-prosecco-135649/,Glera,,Villa Sandi 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's an absolutely terrific, but informal sparkling rosé from southern Italy (made with Negroamaro grapes). Sweet berry, chopped mint and peach come to the fore and the wine is soft and slightly sweet. It's easy, fresh and would make a great cocktail choice.",Rosé Extra Dry,10,86,Southern Italy,Salento,,Villa Mottura NV Rosé Extra Dry Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mottura-nv-rose-extra-dry-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,,Villa Mottura 13.5,Red,US,"A solid Zinfandel, dry and stylish. Not a blockbuster, just a well-crafted wine that offers nice berry, cherry, tobacco and spice flavors.",,8,86,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2010 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2010-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2010,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 12.5,Rose,France,"Full in the mouth, laced with texture and acidity, this red currant-flavored wine is crisp, with an herbal character, ready to drink but could last over the winter.",Les Belles Vignes Rosé,26,86,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Fournier Père et Fils 2010 Les Belles Vignes Rosé Pinot Noir (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2010-belles-vignes-rose-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2010,Fournier Père et Fils 13.9,Red,US,"This wine has a good core of raspberry fruit, but it is overwhelmed by sharp and volatile aromas. For those sensitive to such high notes, they are strong enough to give a vinegary bite to the finish. For some tasters, it won't be a problem.",,35,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Fort Walla Walla 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-walla-walla-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Fort Walla Walla 13,White,France,,Réserve,20,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Gustave Lorentz 2007 Réserve Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustave-lorentz-2007-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Gustave Lorentz 13.9,Red,US,"A sound red wine, dry and full-bodied, with pleasant berry, herb, currant and smoked meat flavors that finish rich and sweet in ripe fruit. The winery doesn't reveal what varieties are in the blend.",,14,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Grandmaster 2009 Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandmaster-2009-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2009,Grandmaster 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Fresh on the nose for an extra dry, with lime and apple aromas. Only the slightest bit cloying, with balancing acidity helping out sweet green melon flavors. Finishes nice and normal.",Cordon Negro Extra Dry,12,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Cordon Negro Extra Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-negro-extra-dry-sparkling-cava-139406/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 13,White,Chile,"A mineral touch graces the bouquet, which is otherwise regular and salinic, with a touch of sweet animal cracker. Medium in weight, with citrusy acidity, pithy grapefruit and lime flavors. Tangy but calm on the finish, with a final dose of citrus pith.",Hacienda Araucano Reserva,11,86,Lolol Valley,,,François Lurton 2011 Hacienda Araucano Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Lolol Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2011-hacienda-araucano-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-lolol-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,François Lurton 14,Red,South Africa,"Scents of ripe cherry flesh and milk chocolate unfold in the bouquet, while lean flavors of red fruit skins and spice appear on the mouth. It's a light and easy quaff, the tannins dusty and the finish short and clean. Drink now.",,11,86,Western Cape,,,Essay 2009 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/essay-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2009,Essay 13.95,Red,US,"A strongly briary old vine Zin from Lodi that's strangely restrained, with a taste of just-ripe blackberries that delves into bacon fat and mocha before falling off a tad at the finish. Decent volume and body on this wine, which is priced fairly and probably fairly easy to find.",Old Vine,15,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,OZV 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ozv-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,OZV 14.5,Red,Spain,"Rubbery, spicy aromas blend with warm plum and leather scents. The palate is full but soft in texture, with jammy, sweet, lightly baked berry flavors. Stays cushioned and tasty through the finish, but peters out in flat fashion.",Roble,13,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2009 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2009-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Pradorey 15.9,Red,US,"So sweet in ripe fruit, high alcohol and oak, it's almost a dessert wine. Tastes like the liquid equivalent of a melted raspberry, cherry, roasted almond, vanilla and cinnamon candy bar.",Old Vines,24,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pezzi King 2009 Old Vines Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-2009-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Pezzi King 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Very red and slightly grassy on the nose, with aromas of strawberry, mint leaf and rhubarb. It's a juicy screamer in the mouth, with intensity, blazing acidity and wild raspberry and plum flavors. Dry, tight and long on the finish.",La Madras Vineyard,19,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ricardo Santos 2009 La Madras Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricardo-santos-2009-madras-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Ricardo Santos 13.9,Red,US,"Easy to like this softly appealing Merlot. It's a gentle wine, with a silky texture, and has candied flavors of cherries and raspberries. Pretty good price for a nice Napa Merlot.",,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2009 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2009-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Courtney Benham 14.2,Red,US,"Soft, fruity and dry, with cherry-berry flavors and notes of violets, oak and sweet dried Provencal lavender and thyme. There's a good backbone of tannins, but they're the ripe, finely-woven type.",,25,86,America,,,Chateau St. Croix 2004 Merlot (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-croix-2004-merlot-america/,Merlot,2004,Chateau St. Croix 12,White,France,"With a distinct smoothness from wood, this is soft and ripe. It shows delicious toast, pear and melon flavors, lightened with some final acidity. Screwcap.",Saint-Martin,24,86,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Laroche 2009 Saint-Martin (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-laroche-2009-saint-martin-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Laroche 13,Red,France,This blend of Grenache and Syrah from Châteauneuf-based Juliette Avril is refreshingly light in body and tannin. The herb and cherry aromas and flavors go down easy and finish crisp.,,,86,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Domaine Juliette Avril 2009 Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-juliette-avril-2009-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine Juliette Avril 13.5,White,France,"Stoic and reserved on the nose, this blend of Roussanne, Grenache Blanc, Bourboulenc and Clairette expands on the palate, delivering ample weight and richness. Melon and anise notes emerge on the finish. Drink now.",,,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes-du-Ventoux,,Domaine des Anges 2010 White (Côtes-du-Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-anges-2010-white-cotes-ventoux/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Domaine des Anges ,White,France,"Rounded and smooth wine, with rich apricot and nectarine flavors as well as tight acidity. It is structured, pear and apple skins giving shape to a wine that is good to drink now and will also age.",Sec,15,86,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine de Vaugondy 2010 Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vaugondy-2010-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Domaine de Vaugondy 13,Rose,France,"This direct-press rosé is correspondingly very pale in color, with delicate aromas of peach and melon. On the palate, it's medium weight, with a slightly creamy texture and hints of spice and citrus on the finish. Drink now.",,,86,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Domaine de la Pigeade 2010 Rosé (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pigeade-2010-rose-ventoux/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de la Pigeade 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Spicy chicken skewers, cucumber and cream salad or taboule would all make excellent pairing partners to this fresh, slightly sweet Prosecco sparkler. The wine is soft, foamy and peachy on the finish.",Extra Dry,,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Codognè NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/codogne-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Codognè 18.7,Dessert,US,"Very, very sweet, with heavily sugared apricot, grilled pineapple, golden mango and vanilla cream flavors. Lots of oaky butterscotch and caramel, as well. Lacks vital structure, though, which limits the score.",Viognier,25,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Trentadue 2007 Viognier Port (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2007-viognier-port-blend-port-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Port,2007,Trentadue 12.5,Red,France,Epineuil is a small area close to Chablis. This red wine is as light and fresh as its northerly location would suggest. Red cherry juice dominates an attractively textured wine that could be served slightly chilled.,Epineuil,19,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Simonnet-Febvre 2008 Epineuil (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2008-epineuil-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2008,Simonnet-Febvre 14,White,US,"Tastes like a Chardonnay, with tropical fruit, peach and green apple flavors wrapped into buttercream and vanilla. Ripe and sweet, but balanced by crisp acidity. A nice, rich white wine for drinking now.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2010 Pinot Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2010-pinot-blanc-sonoma-county/,Pinot Blanc,2010,Valley of the Moon 14.6,Red,US,"Lots of ripe red cherry, pomegranate, cola and sandalwood flavors in this dry Pinot Noir. It lacks vibrant acidity to give life to the richness. Drink now.",,28,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rossi Wallace 2010 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rossi-wallace-2010-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Rossi Wallace 15,Red,US,"A heavy, sweet Zin, with very ripe blackberry jam, licorice and cola flavors, liberally spiced with pepper and cloves. Big and high in alcohol, in the way of rustic Dry Creek Valley Zins.",Olive Block,36,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Saini 2009 Olive Block Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saini-2009-olive-block-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Saini 13.5,Red,South Africa,"A nice entry into Pinotage, this organic offering boasts typical aromas of juicy berry and bramble against a sweet spice spine. It's lively and bright but a firm structure and supporting acidity keeps things in balance.",No Added Sulfites,10,86,Western Cape,,,Stellar Organics 2011 No Added Sulfites Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stellar-organics-2011-no-added-sulfites-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,2011,Stellar Organics 13,White,France,"This blend of Rolle (Vermentino), Viognier and Roussanne is fresh and floral, with a lean, crisp feel that acts to rein in the citrus blossom and melon notes. Drink now.",Expression,15,85,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Beaubois 2010 Expression White (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaubois-2010-expression-white-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Château Beaubois 15.7,Red,US,"The blend is mainly Zinfandel, with a splash of Petite Sirah. The flavors are of ripe blackberries, cherries, licorice and spices, and taste overtly sweet. That is a function of high alcohol. There may also be some residual sugar.",Field Blend,32,85,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakville Ranch 2009 Field Blend Red (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-ranch-2009-field-blend-red-napa-oakville/,Red Blend,2009,Oakville Ranch ,White,Spain,"Peachy and waxy on the nose, with floral notes. The palate is tight, acidic and drawing, with citrus, apple and other basic flavors. Turns drier and tighter the more it airs. Finishes semibitter. A blend of Premsal and Callet, two Mallorcan grapes.",Quíbia,16,85,Spanish Islands,Vi de la Terra Mallorca,,Ànima Negra 2010 Quíbia White (Vi de la Terra Mallorca),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anima-negra-2010-quibia-white-vi-terra-mallorca/,White Blend,2010,Ànima Negra 13.5,White,Argentina,"Neutral smelling except for a bit of lime, grass and mineral. Feels juicy and citric in the mouth, with pithy flavors of lime, orange and green grass. Finishes slightly bitter and pithy, but fresh and tangy.",La Florencia,12,85,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Familia Cassone 2011 La Florencia Sauvignon Blanc (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-cassone-2011-florencia-sauvignon-blanc-lujan-cuyo/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Familia Cassone 13.5,Red,France,"Don't turn up your nose at this value-priced offering from La Vieille Ferme; it's a very drinkable wine, with perfumed aromas of cherries, white pepper and clove married to modest tannins. With more than 150,000 cases produced, it's as close to ubiquitous as you can get from Ventoux, and a worthy ambassador for the region.",,9,85,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,La Vieille Ferme 2010 Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieille-ferme-2010-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,La Vieille Ferme 13.5,Red,Spain,"A touch stemmy on the nose, with herbal aromas and a hint of brine. Round on the palate, with a good mouthfeel and herbal berry flavors. Shows bounce and heat on the finish, but also a final note of green.",La Cantera,9,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Castillo de Monjardin 2009 La Cantera Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monjardin-2009-cantera-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2009,Castillo de Monjardin 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a simple, straightforward Prosecco that offers all the fresh liveliness of an Italian sparkling wine along with an easy personality that would pair with most informal foods. There's a touch of spice on the close followed by peach and citrus.",Extra Dry,15,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Il Colle NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-colle-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Il Colle 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This relatively new producer to the USA market offers a clean and crisp Extra Dry Prosecco with aromas of lemon soda, candied fruit and mature peach. There's a warm, saturated quality to this fresh Italian bubbly.",Extra Dry,17,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Cantina Progettidivini NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-progettidivini-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Cantina Progettidivini 13,Red,Spain,"Grainy and leathery smelling, with medicinal plum and raspberry aromas. Perky but angular in the mouth, with freshening acidity leading to light but zesty strawberry and raspberry flavors. Shows drying tannins, vanilla and spice on the back end.",Vendimia Seleccionada,14,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Riolanc 2009 Vendimia Seleccionada (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-riolanc-2009-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2009,Bodegas Riolanc 12,Sparkling,Portugal,"A young, bright fruity wine, packed with creamy mousse. The wine has a fresh green apple character, lively with a zing to it.",Reserva Bruto,18,85,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Murganheira 2006 Reserva Bruto Sparkling (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murganheira-2006-reserva-bruto-sparkling-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Murganheira 14,Red,US,"At the equivalent of about five bucks for a regular bottle, this is a great buy. It's soft and easy, with sweet raspberry, cherry, vanilla, toast and spice flavors.",Old Vine,20,84,California,California Other,California,Bota Box 2010 Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bota-box-2010-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2010,Bota Box 13.5,White,US,"For this everyday price you get a Chardonnay that frankly is as good as Chards costing a few bucks more. It's a simple charmer, with pineapple jam, vanilla and oak flavors.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2010 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Bogle 12.5,White,France,"An off-dry wine, nuts and pear flavors, laced with almonds. The wine is soft, with hints of red currants and a gentle, ripe aftertaste. Screwcap.",Roc de Châteauvieux,,84,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Pierre Chainier 2009 Roc de Châteauvieux (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-chainier-2009-roc-chateauvieux-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Pierre Chainier 12,Rose,US,"Clean and fresh on the nose and palate with hints of fresh gooseberry, apple and red plum, Waters Crest's rosé could use a boost of concentration on the midpalate, but it's a simple, easygoing rosé for casual entertaining. Finishes tart, with a brisk, sour cherry note.",,24,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest 2010 Rosé (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2010-rose-long-island-north-fork/,Rosé,2010,Waters Crest 14.1,White,US,"A simple, oaky Chardonnay, made in the popular style but ultimately cloying. The vanilla, buttered popcorn and caramel flavors cover pineapple and orange jam fruit.",Peters Vineyard,28,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kokomo 2009 Peters Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2009-peters-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Kokomo 14.6,Red,US,"Decently good, with ripe cherry, berry and cola flavors, but this is really a tough Pinot Noir to like, especially at this price. It's high in acidity and jammy, giving it a sweet and sour taste.",Pommard4/777,35,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2009 Pommard4/777 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2009-pommard4-777-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2009,Wrath 12,Red,US,"Striking acidity adds freshness to more rustic characteristics of cooked red fruit, caramelized sugar and hay on this medium-bodied Pinot. Brambly on the palate with hints of mushroom and foliage, it finishes clean with just a trace of tannins.",LUST,26,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Inspire Moore 2009 LUST Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inspire-moore-2009-lust-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2009,Inspire Moore 13,White,France,"Mâcon-Péronne is one of the smaller Mâcon villages, producing soft, apple and cream wines. There is an attractive touch of bright citrus acidity to go with this rounded, open wine.",Les Villages de Jaffelin,20,84,Burgundy,Mâcon-Péronne,,Jaffelin 2009 Les Villages de Jaffelin (Mâcon-Péronne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2009-villages-chardonnay-macon-peronne/,Chardonnay,2009,Jaffelin 12.5,White,France,"Soft and rounded, almost with some sweetness, this is a light, simple wine. It has some apple and melon flavors, lined with acidity. Drink now.",,20,84,Burgundy,Chablis,,Jaffelin 2009 Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2009-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Jaffelin 13.9,Red,US,"Made in the modern style designed to appeal for sheer fruity richness. Blasts off with cherry and blackberry jam flavors, while oak adds caramelized sweetness. Rustically simple, but for the price, a pretty good buy.",,13,84,California,California Other,California,Leese-Fitch 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leese-fitch-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Leese-Fitch 14.8,White,Argentina,"Tropical aromas include lychee. Feels big on the palate but bland, with banana, melon and peach flavors. Low on acidity but full of melony flavor. Shows some burn on the finish.",,18,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2010 Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2010-viognier-mendoza/,Viognier,2010,Lagarde 13,Red,Italy,"A pleasant, everyday wine with aromas of raspberry, coffee liquer and smoke. Quite soft in the mouth, it lacked real intensity; the fruit and smoky character were there but in a muted form.",Ruvei,16,84,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Marchesi di Barolo 2005 Ruvei (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2005-ruvei-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2005,Marchesi di Barolo 14.5,White,France,"Chapoutier's white Luberon is a lightweight, crisp offering, featuring polite apple and citrus flavors. Lacks much distinction, but clean and fresh.",La Ciboise,17,84,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,M. Chapoutier 2010 La Ciboise White (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2010-ciboise-white-luberon/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,M. Chapoutier 13.5,Red,US,"This soft, sweet Zinfandel is easy to drink now with simple foods, like meatballs and spaghetti, burgers and beef tacos. It's ripe and forward in cherries, cocoa and licorice.",,13,84,California,California Other,California,Masked Rider 2008 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masked-rider-2008-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,Masked Rider 13.5,Red,Chile,"Generic black fruit aromas are accompanied by mocha, heat and lemony oak. Feels tannic and choppy, with herbal berry fruit flavors. Lively but pointed and jagged on the finish.",Selected Terroir,10,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2010 Selected Terroir Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2010-selected-terroir-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Santa Ema 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Neutral on the nose, with a touch of matchstick and sulfur. Good in the mouth but foamy, with dry, grassy white fruit and green herb flavors. Lightly herbal and lemony on the finish.",Hoya de Cadenas Brut,10,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Vicente Gandia NV Hoya de Cadenas Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vicente-gandia-nv-hoya-cadenas-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Vicente Gandia 13.7,Red,US,"Crisp black plum and cherry flavors are pleasant, if a tad underripe, on this full-bodied SheNAdoah Valley Cab Franc. Striking acidity and an abundance of green, herbal notes give it a lean, slightly tart midpalate.",,24,84,Virginia,Shenandoah Valley,,Veramar 2010 Cabernet Franc (Shenandoah Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-2010-cabernet-franc-shenandoah-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Veramar ,Red,US,"Primary, light fruit flavors of strawberry touched with herb. Not much else going on in this young, still raw and grapey wine.",,24,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Righteous 2009 Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/righteous-2009-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2009,Righteous 14.2,Red,US,"A simple country wine, with solid berry, cherry and spice flavors. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel, with a touch of sweet oak.",Steelhead Red,15,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Steelhead Vineyards 2009 Steelhead Red Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steelhead-2009-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2009,Steelhead Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"Greenwood's Merlot-Zinfandel blend is a nod to vintner-in-chief Allan Green's Dragons baseball team and would be so fun to recommend to baseball lovers the world over if only it tasted better. There's some nice cherry notes buried in there somewhere, but otherwise the wine is overly tannic and its aromatics seemingly benched.",Home Run Red,21,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Greenwood Ridge 2009 Home Run Red Red (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-2009-home-run-red-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Red Blend,2009,Greenwood Ridge 13.5,White,US,"Yes, it's a good price, but this SB from Mendocino has loads of green pepper and peach fuzz that overpower its otherwise varietally familiar acidity and texture.",,11,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Castle Rock 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2010-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Castle Rock 13.8,White,US,"A little sweet and jammy in apicots, pineapples and limes, with a sugary finish. But acidity is just fine. Try with Vietnamese and Chinese pork, fish and chicken dishes whose sauces are sugared.",,15,84,California,California Other,California,Seven Daughters NV Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-daughters-nv-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,,Seven Daughters 14,Sparkling,Spain,"Sweet and corny on the nose, and then soft and sweet in the mouth, with candy corn and cereal flavors. Finishes candied, sort of like a glass of corn flakes topped with a sparkle.",Aria Estate Extra Dry,14,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria Estate Extra Dry Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-estate-extra-dry-sparkling-cava-139401/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 13.8,Red,US,"A tight Merlot, dry and tart, with cherry, tobacco and red currant flavors. A little coarse in texture, but the richness is just fine.",,14,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Q 2009 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/q-2009-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2009,Q 12.5,Red,US,"Lots of acidity gives this Merlot a bite. It's bone dry and pretty thin in fruit, with a modicum of cherry and herb flavors. A solid wine to serve at big parties where no one's very fussy.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Snapping Turtle 2010 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snapping-turtle-2010-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,Snapping Turtle 13,Red,US,"Pretty good Cabernet, fine for easy, inexpensive drinking. It's bone dry and modest in alcohol, with decent berry, cola and cedar flavors.",,11,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Small Wonders 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/small-wonders-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Small Wonders 14.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend feels harsh in the mouth. It just doesn't offer the richness you want from a Napa wine. The blackberry flavors are edged in overripe raisins, but the biggest problem is the bitter tannins.",Vino Rosso,55,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pinanfarina 2006 Vino Rosso Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinanfarina-2006-vino-rosso-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Pinanfarina 13.5,White,US,"A little on the sugary sweet side, but the apricot and tangerine jam flavors are brightened by crisp acidity.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Motos Liberty 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/motos-liberty-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Motos Liberty 13.5,White,US,"It hardly matters what varieties this white blend is made from. It's just fine for a ten buck wine, with sweet citrus fruit and vanilla flavors and a nice kick of acidity.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,MommyJuice NV White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommyjuice-nv-white-central-coast/,White Blend,,MommyJuice 13.5,White,US,"Very ripe and sweet in orange, lemon and lime flavors that are almost sugary, like a fruit drink. At the same time, there's a brisk cut of acidity. The result feels odd.",,32,84,California,Napa,St. Helena,Joseph Phelps 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-st-helena/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Joseph Phelps 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Fun packaging and a simple, but pristine aromatic profile make this Prosecco a good choice for informal drinking opportunities. Dried grass, hay, citrus and white flower are subtle elements of the bouquet.",Extra Dry,,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,El Vin NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-vin-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,El Vin 15.5,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet is too sweet, tasting like a raspberry, mocha and caramel Starbucks drink. It's the poster child for overextracted, overoaked, high alcohol California Cabernet.",,55,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Huge Bear 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huge-bear-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Huge Bear 14.2,White,US,"The poster child for those who accuse California Chardonnay of being too sweet and oaky. Tastes like pineapple and orange granola, in the form of wine.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2010 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Fess Parker 14.6,Red,Argentina,"Earth, rubber and blunt black fruit aromas mix with air freshener on the boisterous nose. It's big and rugged in the mouth, with over-the-top herbal fruit and burnt earth. Charred on the finish, with mild bitterness. Funky in the Cafayate mold.",,26,84,Other,Cafayate,,Coquena 2010 Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquena-2010-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2010,Coquena 13.5,Red,US,"A new wine from Wente, made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Tempranillo grown in Livermore Valley and Mexico. The wine is definitely on the soft side, with candied tastes of Lifesaver blackberries and cherries. Has a bit of a hot feel despite officially low alcohol.",,50,84,Livermore Valley-Mexico,,,Contraste 2005 Red (Livermore Valley-Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contraste-2005-red-livermore-valley-mexico/,Red Blend,2005,Contraste 12.5,Rose,France,"On the light side of the color spectrum, and not very weighty either, with flinty aromas and crisp flavors of melon rind, cranberry and citrus. Lean and refreshing.",,13,84,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Vessière 2010 Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vessiere-2010-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2010,Château Vessière 12.5,Rose,France,"This light- to medium-bodied rosé of Syrah is dramatically fruity, with waves of bubble-gum-like aromas and simple flavors of ripe cherries. Finishes crisp and tart, making it reasonably refreshing.",Tradition Syrah,,84,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Château Val Joanis 2010 Tradition Syrah Rosé (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-val-joanis-2010-tradition-syrah-rose-luberon/,Rosé,2010,Château Val Joanis 13.5,White,Chile,"Dominated by green-fruit aromas and also green veggies, for example bell pepper and asparagus. The body is pretty good and the acid level keeps it kicking, while the flavors run toward vegetal, just like the bouquet. Finishes with a final dose of green beans and capsicum. Seems to be fading.",Grapes Organically Grown,13,84,San Antonio,,,Cono Sur 2009 Grapes Organically Grown Sauvignon Blanc (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2009-grapes-organically-grown-sauvignon-blanc-san-antonio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Cono Sur 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made with Vernaccia Nera grapes, this pink rosé sparkling wine is redolent of sweet fruit, raspberry, dried sage, honey and lemon soda. Tight, tonic effervescence and fresh acidity keep the palate clean.",Blink Brut Rosé,,84,Central Italy,Marche,,Colli di Serrapetrona NV Blink Brut Rosé Sparkling (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colli-serrapetrona-nv-blink-brut-rose-sparkling-marche/,Sparkling Blend,,Colli di Serrapetrona 14.1,White,US,"This is a stainless-steel-fermented Sauvignon Blanc. It's clean and crisp in acidity, but too sweet. Tastes like sugared orange, mango and pineapple fruit juice.",Rte Blanc,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clif Family 2010 Rte Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clif-family-2010-rte-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Clif Family 13.2,White,US,"An edgy Sauvignon Blanc, with green gooseberry, ammonia, lemon and lime aromas and flavors, accented with acidity. Just a little too unripe to merit a higher score.",Eternal Return,18,84,California,Napa,St. Helena,Crosby Roamann 2010 Eternal Return Sauvignon Blanc (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crosby-roamann-2010-eternal-return-sauvignon-blanc-napa-st-helena/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Crosby Roamann 11,Sparkling,Italy,"A creamy, simple and very fresh Italian sparkler, this Frizzante Prosecco offers a soft, foamy feel in the mouth with tones of peach, lemon and apple on the finish.",Frizzante,,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Capo di Vigna NV Frizzante (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capo-vigna-nv-frizzante-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Capo di Vigna 14.2,Red,US,"A little sweet and simple, but for the price, a good approximation of Pinot Noir. It's rich in raspberry and cherry jam flavor.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bogle ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Light, fresh and fruity, produced from organic grapes, this has some attractive berry fruits, although it does feel dilute. There's some dryness on the finish.",Finest Reserve,,84,Port,,,Casal dos Jordões NV Finest Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casal-dos-jordoes-nv-finest-reserve-port-142090/,Port,,Casal dos Jordões 15,White,US,"Fruity and oaky, with pineapple cream, tangerine sorbet and buttered toast flavors. Made in a ripe, opulent California style.",Estate,22,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2006 Estate Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2006-estate-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,William Hill Estate 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Easy and tonic, this fresh Prosecco Superiore offers dried flower, stone fruit and citrus. It carries through to the palate with soft, foamy mousse.",Extra Dry,20,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Terra Serena NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-serena-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Terra Serena 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Smells a bit stalky and burnt, with green, herbal aromas like rosemary and thyme popping up. The palate is sharper than most, with high acidity and angularity supporting a mix of citrus, grass and burnt, gaseous aromas. Finishes stalky, with lemon-lime notes.",Brut Reserva,22,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Sumarroca 2008 Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sumarroca-2008-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Sumarroca 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Vintner Gianni Zonin was instrumental in pushing for the enlargement of the Prosecco production zone and this wine is made under the terms of those new rules. It's an easy, informal apéritif wine with aromas of dried hay and citrus.",Cuvèe 1821,15,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Zonin NV Cuvèe 1821 (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-nv-cuvee-1821-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,1821,Zonin 14,Red,South Africa,A light and somewhat racy Pinotage with good vibrancy to the strawberry and ripe pomegranate seed notes throughout. A kiss of vanilla on the close adds a touch of decadence to this otherwise straightforward wine.,,15,85,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2008 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2008-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2008,Simonsig 14.5,Red,US,"Way too sweet in ripe, jammy cherry-berry fruit and caramelized oak, resulting in a Cabernet that tastes like the wine equivalent of a granola candy bar. Fans of this sweet style will like it.",Three Blocks,49,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Signaterra 2008 Three Blocks Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signaterra-2008-three-blocks-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Signaterra 13.5,White,Argentina,"Fairly mute on the nose, with an oily note and peachy aromas. Basic in the mouth, with good weight and balance along with oily flavors of peach and melon. Sweet and waxy on the finish, with the flavor of green banana.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Vintage Sun 2010 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vintage-sun-2010-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Vintage Sun 13.5,Red,Brazil,"If you're ready to jump head-first into the emerging but sketchy realm of Brazilian table wine, then Merlot is a good place to start. This one has baked, earthy aromas of clay, spice and leather. The palate is fruity and saturated, with deep cherry, berry, coffee and prune flavors. Good in its class. Imported by GM Miolo, USA.",Family Vineyards,10,85,Vale dos Vinhedos,,,Vinícola Miolo 2005 Family Vineyards Merlot (Vale dos Vinhedos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-miolo-2005-family-merlot-vale-vinhedos/,Merlot,2005,Vinícola Miolo 12.5,Red,France,"Typical tobacco and herb-flavored wine, not for aging, but with red plum flavors and light tannins. It has a pronounced element of acidity.",,14,85,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Sauvion 2010 Chinon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauvion-2010-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Sauvion 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Il Concerto Brut is a tonic and tight Italian sparkler with dry aromas of lime, talc powder and crushed white pepper. The wine is fine, smooth and shows a touch of spice on the finish.",Il Concerto Brut,,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,San Simone NV Il Concerto Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simone-nv-il-concerto-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,San Simone 13.3,Red,France,"This is a soft, gentle wine, made for immediate consumption. It features bright cherry and pear-drop aromas and pleasant, if somewhat simple, fruit flavors. Two-thirds Grenache, with the rest being a blend of Syrah, Carignan, Cinsault and Mourvèdre.",Passe Colline,,85,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Vignobles La Coterie 2010 Passe Colline Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-coterie-2010-passe-colline-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Vignobles La Coterie 14.1,White,US,"Chardonnay has not been Trefethen's strong point, and this '08 doesn't change that perspective. It's soft in structure and candied, with simple apricot, pear and oak flavors that finish sweet.",Harmony,50,85,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2008 Harmony Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2008-harmony-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2008,Trefethen 13.5,Red,Spain,"Pointy and sharp at first, with earthy, dry aromas. Edgy feeling, with heat and scour to go with peppery, herbal berry flavors. Finishes mossy and warm, with a minty burn. Improves with airing.",Sangre de Toro,12,85,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Torres 2008 Sangre de Toro Tempranillo (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2008-sangre-de-toro-tempranillo-catalunya/,Tempranillo,2008,Torres 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Easy, soapy and foamy, this pretty Moscato d'Asti would pair with dried cookies or almond biscuits. Silky mousse and a floral note characterize the soft finish.",,,85,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Torlasco 2010 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torlasco-2010-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2010,Torlasco 13,White,US,"New Zealand-style gooseberry and citrus fruit notes give this wine a rather tart taste, but it's dry, and gets the mouth watering. Pair with salty tapas foods.",,22,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Toquade 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toquade-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Toquade 14.8,White,US,"Too sweet for comfort, with sugary pear, nectarine and orange flavors, liberally enhanced with caramelized oak. Shows good acidity, but really needs to be drier.",,26,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pezzi King 2010 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Pezzi King 12.5,White,Spain,"Round and melony, but also a bit heavy and mealy smelling, indicating that it's starting to turn. Feels chunky, with lychee, sweet citrus and pithy flavors. Adequate acidity rises up on the finish, but overall this is a chunky, ripe type of Godello that seems to be fading prematurely.",,19,85,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Pazo de Arribi 2010 Godello (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-arribi-2010-spanish-white-godello-bierzo/,Godello,2010,Pazo de Arribi 14.2,Red,US,"A sweet, jammy Pinot Noir, with raspberry, cherry, licorice and sandalwood flavors, brightened by crisp acidity. Good as an introductory Pinot to explore the variety at a fair price.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Mark West 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-west-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Mark West 12.5,White,France,"A ripe and rounded wine, with friendly apricot and lemon flavors, richly toasty, leaving great acidity and bright fruits at the end.",,17,85,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Louis Chevallier 2009 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-chevallier-2009-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Chevallier ,Red,US,"Tart and tight, this young wine is still pulling itself together. The tart raspberry fruit turns quite sour, with a streak of Band-aid, then an unintegrated wash of caramel.",,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Locati Cellars 2008 Barbera (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/locati-cellars-2008-barbera-columbia-valley-wa/,Barbera,2008,Locati Cellars 13.5,Red,Italy,"A warm easygoing wine with aromas of black cherry, menthol and earth. On the palate, the flavors were less intense, and the mint and fruit character had not entirely resolved themselves. The finish, though, was solid and it would probably benefit from a couple of years of cellaring.",Bricco delle Olive,25,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Palladino 2005 Bricco delle Olive (Barbera d'Alba Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palladino-2005-bricco-delle-olive-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2005,Palladino 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Grassy red berry and plum aromas lead to a lean, somewhat high-acid palate with herbal, oaky flavors of raspberry and plum that don't last that long. Fresh and healthy feeling on the finish, but tasting more of oak and spice than fruit.",Andean Culture,13,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Maipe 2010 Andean Culture Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maipe-2010-andean-culture-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Maipe 11,Sparkling,Italy,"From the Treviso area of Prosecco, this luminous sparkler offers steely effervescence and sharp aromas of white flower and dried grass. There's also a touch of bitter almond on the crisp finish.",Extra Dry,,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Maccari Spumanti NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maccari-spumanti-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Maccari Spumanti 13.5,Red,US,"Smooth, lusty and sweet in fruit, this Zin brims with jammy flavors of cherries, blackberries and currants. The cinnamon and pepper spices suggest drinking with spicy meat and poultry dishes.",Red Label Diamond Collection,16,85,California,California Other,California,Francis Coppola 2009 Red Label Diamond Collection Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-coppola-2009-red-label-diamond-collection-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2009,Francis Coppola 11,Sparkling,US,"Definitely on the sweet side, like iced strawberry tea with white sugar. But It's clean and crisp and bubbly.",Brut,13,85,California,California Other,California,Four Paws & A Tail NV Brut Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-paws-a-tail-nv-brut-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Four Paws & A Tail 13,White,France,"So soft, the wine is gently fruity, a hint of its chalk soil through a mineral edge. Fresh and tasting of lime and apple fruits, it is ready to drink now.",,25,85,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine L. Chatelain 2010 Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-l-chatelain-2010-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine L. Chatelain 13.1,Red,US,"This 50-50 blend of Malbec and Merlot is dry and rustic. Despite some deeply concentrated blackberry and cassis flavors, it has a tough texture that seems unlikely to age out.",Double M,28,85,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Galante 2009 Double M Red (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galante-2009-double-m-red-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Galante 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Neutral for the most part, with fresh acidity, light bubbles and basic apple and peach flavors. A little sweet and confected but perfectly good. Solid for simple sipping and mimosas.",Carta Nevada Brut,9,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Carta Nevada Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-carta-nevada-brut-sparkling-cava-139408/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 13.5,Red,Chile,"Full and rubbery on the nose, with berry, prune and foresty aromas. Quite tannic and biting on the palate, with espresso, stewed prune and bitterness to the flavor profile. Finishes hard and unyielding, with a lasting note of coffee-like bitterness.",Hacienda Araucano Reserva,13,85,Lolol Valley,,,François Lurton 2010 Hacienda Araucano Reserva Syrah (Lolol Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2010-hacienda-araucano-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-lolol-valley/,Syrah,2010,François Lurton 14,White,France,"With a strong toast element, this is perhaps too woody, not fruity enough. There is a burnt character that smothers the fruit, although the texture suggests some roundness.",Coquelicot,17,85,Provence,Vin de Pays Var,,Château Routas 2009 Coquelicot Viognier-Chardonnay (Vin de Pays Var),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-routas-2009-coquelicot-white-blend-viognier-chardonnay-vin-pays-var/,Viognier-Chardonnay,2009,Château Routas 13.9,Red,US,"A good wine for the price. Shows plenty of ripe blackberry, cherry and blueberry fruit, accented with sweet, smoky oak. Drink this easy Cabernet now.",,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Courtney Benham 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a wine that seeems very mature given its vintage. The flavors are of coffee, raspberry and earth and the wine while perfectly pleasant to drink now lacks intensity and richness.",Cerequio,110,85,Piedmont,Barolo,,Contratto 2000 Cerequio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contratto-2000-cerequio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2000,Contratto 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This Brut Prosecco opens with bone-dry aromas of talc powder and white mineral followed by slight hints of peach and citrus. It closes with steely, sharp effervescence and a hint of bitter almond.",Brut,17,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Cantina Progettidivini NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-progettidivini-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Cantina Progettidivini 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Easy, simple and clean, this Extra Dry Prosecco from the Treviso area of northeast Italy opens with dry notes of grass and herb, followed by sweeter layers of peach and grapefruit.",Extra Dry,,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Cantina Produttori di Valdobbiadene 2010 Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-produttori-valdobbiadene-2010-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2010,Cantina Produttori di Valdobbiadene ,Red,US,"Three quarters Cabernet Sauvignon, one quarter Merlot, sourced from the Zerba vineyard. The scents and flavors are loaded with raw oak; this seems like a heavier version of the winery's Castle Red. The tannins are slightly green, and the over-the-top barrel flavors turn the finish bitter and chalky.",Masterpiece Red,45,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Chateau Walla Walla 2008 Masterpiece Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-walla-walla-2008-masterpiece-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Chateau Walla Walla 14.3,Red,US,"A bit thin and quite acidic, with a real bite, but otherwise it's pleasant enough, with cherry, raspberry, mocha and cinnamon flavors.",Lot 251,13,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 251 G-S-M (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-251-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,G-S-M,2009,Cameron Hughes 14.3,Red,US,"Nice and dry, with solid black cherry, herb and smoky tea flavors that finish in a swirl of tannins. Easy to drink with steak, pork loin, a great cheeseburger.",Lot 230,16,85,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 230 Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-230-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Cameron Hughes 14.2,Red,US,"There's still a sharpness to this wine, even though it's nearly 4 years old. It shows good blackberry, currant and chocolate-covered cherry flavors, but also a greener streak of mint and oregano that probably limits its ageability.",,75,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Altamura 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altamura-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Altamura 12,Sparkling,Italy,"The attraction here is the beautiful packaging. Embedded with sparkling crystals that spell Bottega, this showcase wine will appeal to a young crowd. The sparkler is Pinot Noir, made as a white wine, with a floral bouquet and a lean mouthfeel.",Bottega (Crystals) Brut,,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Bottega NV Bottega (Crystals) Brut Pinot Nero (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bottega-nv-crystals-brut-pinot-noir-nero-veneto/,Pinot Nero,,Bottega 12.5,White,Chile,"A touch green and vegetal on the nose, with hints of canned peas and bell pepper. Fortunately there's enough lime and minerality to keep it fresh. Feels crisp, tight and wet, with green notes pervading core citrus flavors. Finishes pithy and zesty, with mild bitterness.",El Delirio,9,85,Maule Valley,,,Botalcura 2011 El Delirio Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botalcura-2011-el-delirio-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Botalcura 13.7,Red,US,"While a tad pulpy and overripe on the nose, there's a purity to the dark red fruit on the palate of this Virginia Cab Franc that penetrates amidst notes of fresh green leaves and herbs. Full bodied in style with just a hint of green bramble on the finish.",,22,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Bogati 2010 Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogati-2010-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Bogati 13.7,White,Argentina,"Tropical and a bit briney on the nose. The palate is healthy in feel, with sweet white fruit flavors, a pinch of lemon and creamy oak. Finishes quick, with a nice feel and adequate acidity; will do best if well chilled.",,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Elena de Mendoza 2010 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-elena-mendoza-2010-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Bodega Elena de Mendoza 6,Dessert,Italy,"Lightly fizzy and luminous in appearance, this sweet Moscato sparkler would pair with moist sponge cake or fruit tarts. Very sweet flavors of lavender honey and ripe summer peach accent the close.",Stella Rosa Imperiale,,85,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Il Conte d'Alba NV Stella Rosa Imperiale Moscato (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-conte-dalba-nv-stella-rosa-imperiale-muscat-moscato-piedmont/,Moscato,,Il Conte d'Alba 14.2,Red,US,"Icarus, in Greek myth, got too close to the sun. So did this wine from Icaria. It's not bad, but simply overripe. Has a sweet taste of raisins, in addition to the sweet smokiness from oak. Drink now.",,28,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Icaria 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/icaria-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Icaria 14.5,Red,US,"What a disappointment. This isn't the Artist Series it used to be. It's okay for an everyday Cab, but is simple, with watered-down blackberry and cherry jam flavors. Not ageable, so drink up.",Artist Series,70,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2007 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2007-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kenwood 12.5,White,France,"Lightweight, very herbal Sauvignon Blanc, full of green fruits, lemon zest and refreshing acidity. Ready to drink, it finishes as fresh as can be. Screwcap.",La Petite Perrière,,85,France Other,Vin de France,,Guy Saget 2010 La Petite Perrière Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guy-saget-2010-petite-perriere-sauvignon-blanc-vin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Guy Saget 14,Red,US,"Quite light, with tart rhubarb and strawberry fruit. There's more than a hint of peppery herb, and a tart, quick finish.",,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hawkins Cellars 2009 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkins-cellars-2009-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2009,Hawkins Cellars 13.8,Red,US,"As sweet as raspberry tea sweetened with a couple spoons of white sugar. Alcohol provides a pleasant burn. If this sweeter style of Zin is your thing, it's quite a nice wine.",,14,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Lapis Luna 2007 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapis-luna-2007-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2007,Lapis Luna 12,Red,France,"A soft, rounded wine, with delicious plum and black cherry fruit flavors. It is rich, along with acidity, ripe tannins and an easy, light finish.",St Amand Vieilles Vignes,11,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Labouré-Roi 2009 St Amand Vieilles Vignes (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2009-st-amand-vieilles-vignes-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2009,Labouré-Roi 14.9,Red,US,"A little too sweet and soft. Tastes almost like a melted chocolate, red cherry and anise dessert. The finish is hot, too, making this wine pretty rustic. But it sure is delicious.",Estate,25,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,La Storia by Trentadue 2009 Estate Petite Sirah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storia-by-trentadue-2009-estate-petite-sirah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,La Storia by Trentadue 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a simple, straightforward Prosecco with delicate aromas of dried grass, citrus, pear and stone fruit. Flavors of dried herb linger over the wine's naturally creamy perlage.",Dry,,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,La Riva dei Frati NV Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riva-frati-nv-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,La Riva dei Frati 13.5,Red,Chile,"Rubbery and earthy smelling on first take, with bulky, dark berry aromas mixed with herbal notes. Shows tannic bite and grab along with standard, herbal flavors of blackberry and black olive. Finishes similarly. Good Cab for $7.",,7,85,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,La Playa 14.4,Red,US,"This opens green and herbal, with a disconnected mix of unripe and grapy fruit flavors. The new barrel aging brings toast and butter, but behind that the wine is still disjointed and the fruit flavors all up front.",,38,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Zerba Cellars 2008 Tempranillo (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zerba-cellars-2008-tempranillo-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Tempranillo,2008,Zerba Cellars 14.2,Red,US,"Very soft and melted, lacking structure, although the flavors are enormous. They're explosive in blackberries, chocolate, anise and smoky cedar. Despite the flaws, this is a fairly impressive Napa Cabernet for the price.",,18,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Big Vine 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-vine-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Big Vine 12.5,White,France,"A soft wine, although it does have a good mineral edge. The acidity, citrus and white fruit flavors are well in balance to give a fruity, textured wine that is ready to drink.",,13,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais Blanc,,Château de Pizay 2010 Beaujolais Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pizay-2010-chardonnay-blanc/,Chardonnay,2010,Château de Pizay 13,Red,France,"An earthy wine, with concentrated black berry fruits, and with a distinct barnyard character. Acidity and a juicy finish bring back some fruit.",L'Apogée Vieilles Vignes,17,85,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Château Coudray Montpensier 2009 L'Apogée Vieilles Vignes (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coudray-montpensier-2009-lapogee-vieilles-vignes-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Château Coudray Montpensier 14.2,Red,US,"The price is fine, but with Pinot Noir, you get what you pay for. The wine is dry, silky and crisp in acidity, yet tastes rather green in mint and cherry flavors.",Lot 276,15,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 276 Pinot Noir (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-276-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cameron Hughes 5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Moscato d'Asti is fragrant and fresh but not over the top. In fact, it offers elegant aromas of white flower, peach blossom and stone fruit. Try it with semifreddo cream and raspberry sauce.",Zagara,18,85,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Marchesi di Barolo 2010 Zagara (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2010-zagara-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2010,Marchesi di Barolo 14.5,Red,France,"Different in style from many Costières de Nîmes, this is exceptionally spicy, with clove and cinnamon notes that play a dominant role in the wine's flavor profile, gently rolling over the brown sugar and sour plum elements. The blend is Carignan, Mourvèdre, Cinsault, Grenache and Syrah. Drink now–2015.",Nostre Païs,18,85,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Michel Gassier 2009 Nostre Païs Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gassier-2009-nostre-pais-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Michel Gassier 14.5,White,US,"Made in the modern style, this is a simple, sweet Chardonnay, with pineapple and pear jam, buttered toast, honey and vanilla flavors.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,401K 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/401k-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,401K 12.5,Rose,France,"Although this is labeled Vin de France, in effect most of the fruit comes from the Negrette heartland around Fronton. It is exuberantly fruity, as clean as a whistle with a touch of pepper and delicate acidity.",Villa la Vie en Rose,,85,France Other,Vin de France,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2010 Villa la Vie en Rose Rosé (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2010-villa-vie-en-rose-vin/,Rosé,2010,Lionel Osmin & Cie 11,Sparkling,US,"This very sweet bubbly has candied flavors of, yes, raspberries, as well as strawberries and vanilla. The sweetness is balanced with vital acidity.",Raspberry,13,85,California,California Other,California,Four Paws & A Tail NV Raspberry Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-paws-a-tail-nv-raspberry-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Four Paws & A Tail 15.9,Red,US,"At 15.9% alcohol, aged 14 months in American oak, this Zin is for those who like a mouthful of hardcore meaty, gamy, oaky intensity. From old vines grown near the Mokelumne River.",Old Ghost,37,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Klinker Brick 2009 Old Ghost Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/klinker-brick-2009-old-ghost-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2009,Klinker Brick 13.9,Red,US,"Soft and sweet in raspberries, cherries and anise liqueur, like a coffeehouse drink, sprinkled with brown sugar and cinnamon.",,13,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kirkland Signature 2010 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Kirkland Signature 13.5,Red,US,"The structure is elegant, with good acidity and tannins, and while this wine is a little lacking in fruit, it's a nice, dry, clean Merlot, easy to drink. Classic inexpensive California red wine, suitable for any occasion you want a full-bodied red.",,12,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,H & G 2009 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-g-2009-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,H & G 13,Red,France,"Yes, there are some tannins and a chunky texture. But this wine is more simple Pinot Noir than structured Nuits-St-Georges. Its acidity and sweet blackberry fruits offer an attractive combination of freshness and jamminess. Not for aging.",,50,85,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Jaffelin 2008 Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2008-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2008,Jaffelin 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Red in color, with grassy aromas of clover and cherry. The palate runs soft and a little cloying, with sweet, flat, grassy flavors of plum and cherry. Candied and a bit dull on the finish.",Pinot Noir Brut Rosé,20,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Juvé y Camps NV Pinot Noir Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juve-camps-nv-pinot-noir-brut-rose-cava/,Pinot Noir,,Juvé y Camps 12.5,Red,US,"Fruity and forward on the nose and palate with loads of ripe black cherries and raspberry fruit, Imagine Moore's Cabernet Franc is nicely concentrated, but veers towards grapey on the midpalate. Finishes clean with a softly bitter, black coffee note.",WISDOM,20,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Imagine Moore 2007 WISDOM Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagine-moore-2007-wisdom-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Imagine Moore 14.5,Red,US,"An ordinary effort, with tart fruit just approaching ripeness. Sour cherries fade quickly into a thin finish.",,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hawkins Cellars 2009 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkins-cellars-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2009,Hawkins Cellars 14.4,Red,Brazil,"Heavy and earthy on the bouquet, with a roasted quality and aromas of prune and raisin. Comes across wide and soft, with baked, chocolaty, black fruit flavors. Turns sweet but also mildly bitter on a blackened finish. Meaty and tannic as well.",Quorum Grande Vindima,65,85,Vale dos Vinhedos,,,Lidio Carraro 2006 Quorum Grande Vindima Red (Vale dos Vinhedos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lidio-carraro-2006-quorum-grande-vindima-red-vale-vinhedos/,Red Blend,2006,Lidio Carraro 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a bright, lively nature to this Prosecco Extra Dry that is enhanced by aromas of butterscotch, lemon drop and apricot. Sweet fruit flavors are followed by soft creamy foaming.",Extra Dry,,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Le Manzane NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-manzane-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-137068/,Glera,,Le Manzane 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Not overly oaky or forced, with red berry and cassis aromas in the lead. Feels fresh but astringent, with simple, generic flavors of raspberry and plum sweetened up by vanilla. Lightweight on the finish; straightforward.",Reserva Made with Organic Grapes,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Twigs 2008 Reserva Made with Organic Grapes Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twigs-2008-reserva-made-with-organic-grapes-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Twigs 15,Red,US,"A good Zinfandel, nice to drink with sweet, salty meat foods, like sausage-based tomato sauce with pasta. It shows tannin-infused, sugary flavors of cherries, blackberries and buttered cinnamon toast.",Apple Block,36,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Saini 2009 Apple Block Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saini-2009-apple-block-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Saini 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This Extra Dry expression of Prosecco from the Treviso area of northern Italy offers dried flower and citrus aromas followed by stone fruit and apple. It's an easy, fresh wine that would pair with appetizers or vegetable dishes.",Extra Dry,,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Tenuta Santomè NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santome-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Tenuta Santomè 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Clean, fresh and simple, you could pair this wine with spring rolls or Indian samosas. Those exotic spicy foods would match the simple crispness and freshness of this informal Italian sparkler.",Brut,19,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Tenuta Cà Bolani NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-ca-bolani-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Tenuta Cà Bolani ,Red,US,"Light fruit flavors of watermelon and strawberry, along with some thin black cherry and cola flavors are what you'll find here. This is pleasant and drinkable, but not a wine to cellar or match with any really spicy foods. A good quaffer.",,30,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Sweet Valley 2008 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sweet-valley-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2008,Sweet Valley 14.5,Red,US,"Too extracted in fruit, with a jammy sweetness, and somehow the wine is both too acidic and soft at the same time. Feels manipulated, designed to appeal to flashy richness.",,68,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Richard Partridge 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/richard-partridge-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Richard Partridge 13.7,Red,Argentina,"Berry, cola, pepper and lemon peel aromas are taken down a notch by a note of spent coffee grinds. The palate is grabby, with creamy flavors of chocolate, vanilla, berry and milkshake. Finishes thick and sweet.",Guarda,22,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sinfin 2009 Guarda Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinfin-2009-guarda-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Sinfin 13.9,Red,France,"Less bright and perfumed than La Coterie's Passe Colline bottling, this is still a soft, approachable wine with ample cherry fruit. Hints of leather and white pepper give it a bit of complexity. The blend is 65% Grenache, 25% Syrah and 10% Carignan.",Pierre du Diable,,85,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Vignobles La Coterie 2010 Pierre du Diable Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-coterie-2010-pierre-diable-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Vignobles La Coterie 12,White,France,"This is Chenin Blanc at its crispest, a mouthfilling burst of perfumed acidity. The flavors are dominated by melon, lemon and a hint of almonds. A great apéritif wine.",Les Grenouilles Sec,17,85,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine du Petit Coteau 2010 Les Grenouilles Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-petit-coteau-2010-grenouilles-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Domaine du Petit Coteau 13,White,France,"A light, easy-drinking blend of Grenache Blanc (56%), Clairette (37%) and Roussanne (7%), the Terre d'Ocres displays an array of fresh stone fruit, citrus and a bit of white pepper. Drink now.",Terres d'Ocres,,85,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Domaine de Tara 2010 Terres d'Ocres White (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tara-2010-terres-docres-white-ventoux/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Domaine de Tara ,Red,US,"Sharp, tannic, and showing some burn in the finish, this brings mixed berry fruit with a wash of mocha. The tannins are astringent and seem to cut the fruit short.",,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),DaMa 2008 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dama-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2008,DaMa 14.5,Red,US,"A blend that's certainly rich and ripe in fruit, but doesn't offer much else. Almost sweet in cherries, blueberries and blackberries, with caramelized oak and a tangy, meaty note of bacon.",The Climber Limited,28,85,California,California Other,California,Clif Family 2009 The Climber Limited Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clif-family-2009-climber-limited-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Clif Family 11,White,US,"With low alcohol, this Riesling has considerable residual sugar. It has sweetened flavors of apricots, tangerines and peaches, brightened with fine acidity.",Spatlese Halbtrocken,23,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Dr. Klapper 2010 Spatlese Halbtrocken Riesling (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-klapper-2010-spatlese-halbtrocken-riesling-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Klapper 12.5,Red,France,"Light and fruity, full of red cherries, sweet tannins and attractive acidity. The wine is softly attractive with some of the warmth of the year.",,,85,Beaujolais,Régnié,,Domaine de la Combe au Loup 2009 Régnié,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-combe-au-loup-2009-gamay-regnie/,Gamay,2009,Domaine de la Combe au Loup 14,White,France,"Crisp, clean and fruit-driven, with apple and citrus notes. It's middle-of-the-road as far as weight. The pineapple-like flavors are simple but refreshing. A blend of Roussanne, Marsanne, Grenache Blanc and Clairette.",Les Artèmes,25,85,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,Domaine de la Citadelle 2010 Les Artèmes White (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-citadelle-2010-artemes-white-luberon/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Domaine de la Citadelle 14,Red,Spain,"Heavily oaked, with strong aromas of hickory, vanilla, mint and lacquer along with black cherry. Like most '08s from RDD, this wine is clipped and tough in the mouth, with lemon, toast and herbal berry flavors. Toasty and blackened on the finish.",C21,25,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Cepa 21 2008 C21 (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cepa-21-2008-c21-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2008,Cepa 21 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Slightly heavy and wheaty on the nose, but not yeasty or complex. The palate is big, chunky and ripe, with sweet mango and apple flavors. Gets a touch flabby on the finish but stays upright and correct.",Aria Estate Brut,14,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria Estate Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-estate-brut-sparkling-cava-139400/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas 13.5,Red,Brazil,"Prune and metallic aromas are not fully integrated and fresh but improve with airing. The palate is heavy and tannic, a touch abrasive in feel, with big berry flavors that hammer away due to fierce tannins. Comes on big with berry fruit but always feels rough.",DNA 99 Single Vineyard,50,85,Vale dos Vinhedos,,,Pizzato 2005 DNA 99 Single Vineyard Merlot (Vale dos Vinhedos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzato-2005-dna-99-single-vineyard-merlot-vale-vinhedos/,Merlot,2005,Pizzato 13.5,Red,Brazil,"Powerful and packed with heavy berry and plum aromas that are rustic and leathery. Tight in the mouth, with a strong tannic framework and roasted black fruit flavors with pepper on the backside. Dark and peppery on the finish. Merlot, Tannat and Cabernet.",Concentus,25,85,Vale dos Vinhedos,,,Pizzato 2005 Concentus Red (Vale dos Vinhedos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzato-2005-concentus-red-vale-vinhedos/,Red Blend,2005,Pizzato 12.5,Red,France,"Light, lean wine, its black currant fruits revealing as much acidity as fruitiness. There is a bitter coffee edge along with a light final juicy character.",Réserve Vieilles Vignes,18,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Pierre André 2009 Réserve Vieilles Vignes (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2009-reserve-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pierre André 13.5,White,Spain,"Citrus peel and slightly maderized peach aromas could use more zest and edge but are still decent. Sort of chunky on the palate, with slightly dull flavors of white fruits. Pithy on the finish; fights to maintain core freshness.",,15,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Con un Par 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/con-un-par-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Con un Par 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This easy Prosecco would make a great aperitivo wine or would pair with light appetizers. It boasts a simple, approachable feel with pretty peach and citrus on the close.",Extra Dry,15,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Col de' Salici 2010 Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-salici-2010-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Col de' Salici 14.5,Red,US,"Quite tannic, with a mix of chocolate, black cherry, and raisins. High toned and rough.",Reserve,30,85,Idaho,,,Fujishin 2008 Reserve Petite Sirah,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fujishin-2008-reserve-petite-sirah-snake-river-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Fujishin 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Cidery on the nose, with a standard palate and mildly briney flavors of apple and other basic white fruits. Highly regular, with a decent finish. A quaffer or the type of Cava to mix with orange juice.",Cordon Negro Brut,12,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Cordon Negro Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-negro-brut-sparkling-cava-139405/,Sparkling Blend,,Freixenet 13.7,Red,Argentina,"Scratchy, slightly foxy berry and cherry aromas lead to an active, juicy palate with berry, perky red plum and herbal flavors. Finishes fresh and tangy, with adequate kick. A presentable, normal type of Malbec.",Altas Cumbres,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2010 Altas Cumbres Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2010-altas-cumbres-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Lagarde 13.5,Rose,France,"Vibrantly colored, with a pronounced cherry-berry aroma that verges on confectionary. Ditto the flavors, although the wine is dry and medium bodied, with a crisp finish. Drink now.",,9,85,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,La Vieille Ferme 2010 Rosé (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieille-ferme-2010-rose-ventoux/,Rosé,2010,La Vieille Ferme 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This easy-drinking sparkling wine offers grassy notes and talc powder, backed by green apple and zesty citrus. There's a pleasing point of peachy sweetness on the thin finish.",Brut Private Cuvée,20,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Zardetto NV Brut Private Cuvée Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zardetto-nv-brut-private-cuvee-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Zardetto 13.9,Red,US,"This is a ripe, soft Cabernet, forward in blackberry, cherry and oak flavors. It's a little sweet, but the tannins give it proper support. Drink now.",Estate,25,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,La Storia 2009 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storia-2009-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,La Storia 13,Red,Spain,"Crisp cherry and plum aromas come with a touch of brine. The palate is tight and fresh, with straightforward red fruit flavors in front of a fast-fading finish. Good and quaffable.",Crianza,8,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Rivarey 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivarey-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Rivarey 6,Dessert,Italy,"There's a touch of chopped herb or spice at the front of this sweet red fizzy wine from northern Italy. Otherwise, the wine follows through with tons of raspberry, blueberry and sweet cherry.",Bricco Rioglio,27,85,Piedmont,Brachetto d'Acqui,,Rinaldi 2010 Bricco Rioglio (Brachetto d'Acqui),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rinaldi-2010-bricco-rioglio-italian-red-brachetto-brachetto-dacqui/,Brachetto,2010,Rinaldi 14.5,Red,Chile,"Grassy and a little horsey on the nose, with a controlled herbal/weedy character. Chunky, round and full in the mouth, with mild acidity and oaky, muddled red-berry flavors and vanilla. Plump and short on definition. Good, however, for the money.",Reserva,11,85,Maule Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2010 Reserva Pinot Noir (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2010-reserva-pinot-noir-maule-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Santa Carolina 13.5,Red,Argentina,"An improvement over the 2008 version, this wine starts with rubbery aromas of berry fruits and earth, and there's a pinch of sulphuric matchstick tossed in. Plump and full in the mouth, with berry, herb and peppery flavors. Shows some chocolaty richness on the finish.",Artist's Collection,10,85,Other,Cafayate,,Salvatore Principe 2009 Artist's Collection Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvatore-principe-2009-artists-collection-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2009,Salvatore Principe 14.5,Red,US,"A good Zinfandel, dry and spicy, if a little rustic. Feels gritty and chewy in the mouth, with wild berry, red licorice, prune and cola flavors that finish a bit hot in alcohol.",,24,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Saini 2008 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saini-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Saini 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"A little cidery and funky smelling at first, but it settles to show stalky notes, scallion, tarragon and citrus flavors. Layered in feel but a bit green tasting throughout.",Cristalino Brut,10,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Jaume Serra NV Cristalino Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaume-serra-nv-cristalino-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Jaume Serra 13.9,White,US,"This certified-green grown Chardonnay that has a pronounced aroma of green olive brine and is also most definitely toasty and tropical, finishing sweet. Would this make a happy companion on a picnic? Yes it would.",Estate Grown Reserve,19,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,it. 2009 Estate Grown Reserve Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/it-2009-estate-grown-reserve-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2009,it. 6,Dessert,Italy,"Brachetto d'Acqui is a sweet, fizzy red wine that is popular in northwest Italy. The wine is slowly making its mark in the USA thanks to its easy-drinking character and fresh berry nuances. This expression opens with ruby mousse and sweet raspberry.",Stella Rosa Imperiale,,85,Piedmont,Brachetto d'Acqui,,Il Conte d'Alba NV Stella Rosa Imperiale (Brachetto d'Acqui),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-conte-dalba-nv-stella-rosa-imperiale-italian-red-brachetto-brachetto-dacqui/,Brachetto,,Il Conte d'Alba 14.4,White,US,"This unoaked Chard has a fragrant floral nose, a lot of grapefruit and stone fruit flavor and slight sweetness with a mineral chaser on the finish.",Unoaked,13,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Healdsburg Ranches 2010 Unoaked Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/healdsburg-ranches-2010-unoaked-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Healdsburg Ranches 11,Sparkling,Italy,"This no-fuss Prosecco Superiore offers a light, crystalline color with aromas of honeydew melon, peach, citrus and Golden Delicious apple. The mouthfeel is dry and tonic and the wine finishes with spicy effervescence.",Brut,,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,De Stefani NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefani-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,De Stefani ,Red,US,"The fruit is pruney and the finish tannic. There are big flavors, but the palate impression is of a somewhat disjointed mix of ripe/unripe fruit, earthy tannins, and a streak of leather.",,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),DaMa 2007 Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dama-2007-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,2007,DaMa 14,Red,Chile,"A little scratchy and muddy initially, with balsamic and black fruit aromas. Feels healthy but entirely average, with blackberry and cassis flavors leading to a lightly herbal and chocolaty finish. Straight down the middle.",Eco Balance,9,85,Central Valley,,,Emiliana 2010 Eco Balance Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2010-eco-balance-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Emiliana 13.5,White,Argentina,"Sweet aromas of sugar cookie come with a pinch of citrus fruit. The mouth is plump, with just enough citric acidity to keep it together. Flavors of pineapple, lemon, tangerine and grapefruit peel lead to a pithy, slightly bitter finish. Drink immediately; it's starting to fade.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Vintage Sun 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vintage-sun-2010-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Vintage Sun 13,White,France,"The simple white Burgundy from the Vincent family of Château de Fuissé comes from the Mâcon region. It's a light, fresh and appleitinged clean wine with an attractive touch of toast.",JJ Chardonnay,18,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Vincent 2008 JJ Chardonnay (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vincent-2008-jj-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2008,Vincent 13,Red,Spain,"Dry spice and wild herb aromas are prickly and blend into larger plum notes. The palate is snappy and choppy, with oaky cream, berry and spice flavors. Finishes dry and woody, with mild tannic bite. Good but regular.",Tinto Roble,13,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 2009 Tinto Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2009-tinto-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Viña Mayor 13,Red,France,"Light and easy, this wine offers soft garrigue accents against a core of bright red plum and berry flavors. Soft tannins and a short, clean finish make this an approachable wine now.",Domaine de Fenouillet Combe Rouge,12,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Vignobles Jeanjean 2008 Domaine de Fenouillet Combe Rouge Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-jeanjean-2008-domaine-fenouillet-combe-rouge-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Vignobles Jeanjean 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This light and refreshing Brut sparkling wine represents a blend of Sauvignon and Chardonnay grapes. The wine offers lively floral aromas backed by white peach and passion fruit and a clean, crisp mouthfeel.",Tener Brut,,85,Italy Other,Italy,,Vigne Regali NV Tener Brut Sparkling (Italy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigne-regali-nv-tener-brut-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Vigne Regali 7,Dessert,Italy,"Brachetto d'Acqui is a sweet, red sparkling wine that would pair with white chocolate desserts, pecan pie or moist chocolate chip cookies. It's an easy, fruity wine with loads of berry, cassis and raspberry on the sweet finish.",Rosa Regale,,85,Piedmont,Brachetto d'Acqui,,Vigne Regali 2010 Rosa Regale (Brachetto d'Acqui),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigne-regali-2010-rosa-regale-italian-red-brachetto-brachetto-dacqui/,Brachetto,2010,Vigne Regali 14.5,Red,US,"This '07 is still huge and closed, with meaty tentacled tannins and a little more rest time needed. Small amounts of Petit Verdot, Carmènere and Cabernet Franc are in the blend.",Reserve,39,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Duarte Georgetown 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duarte-georgetown-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Duarte Georgetown 12,White,France,"Mid-gold color. Savory, more earthy vegetal aromas and a hint of acetone. Fairly light-bodied, very tangy with dominant candied citrus and tropical fruit flavors. Funky, earthy notes follow through on the palate. Decent flavor concentration but shortish, slightly sweet finish.",Bergheim,30,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Marcel Deiss 2007 Bergheim Muscat (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marcel-deiss-2007-bergheim-muscat-alsace/,Muscat,2007,Domaine Marcel Deiss 14,Red,France,"This mature example of Costières de Nîmes should be consumed over the next six months or so for its appealing savory characters of leather and dried fruit. It's medium bodied, with a silky finish that should make it easy to pair with anything from chicken to lamb.",Red Note,18,85,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Domaine Fincham 2007 Red Note Grenache-Syrah (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fincham-2007-red-note-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-costieres-nimes/,Grenache-Syrah,2007,Domaine Fincham 14.4,White,US,"A bit metallic and brittle. But there's plenty of sweet pineapple and mango fruit, and enough oak to give a buttered toast richness.",Lot 232,13,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 232 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-232-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Cameron Hughes 13.5,White,Spain,"Well made for what it is: a sweet, barrel-fermented wine that tastes outright sugary. Amid the blatant sweetness there's peach pit and almondy aromas, lots of barrel resin, and finally sweet, oaky mango and tropical fruit flavors. Properly made and acidic, but arguably too sweet for Godello.",,30,85,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Avanthia 2010 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avanthia-2010-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2010,Avanthia 14.5,White,US,"The cold vintage took its toll here, resulting in less than ripe fruit. Although the wine is refreshingly dry and tart, the lemon and lime flavors are compromised by a tart green taste that finishes sour.",Denmark St. Vineyard,25,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Atmosphere 2010 Denmark St. Vineyard Fumé Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atmosphere-2010-denmark-st-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2010,Atmosphere 12.5,Rose,US,"There's a dark, foresty note that adds dimension to the dark red plums and berries on this dry, medium-bodied rosé. While fleshy on the palate with a deeply concentrated fruit profile, it's refreshing with a clean, zippy acidity.",Cabernet Franc,16,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Brooklyn Oenology 2010 Cabernet Franc Rosé (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brooklyn-oenology-2010-cabernet-franc-rose-finger-lakes/,Rosé,2010,Brooklyn Oenology 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Large, steely bubbles quickly rise to the surface of this pale, golden sparkling wine from northern Italy. The Brut sparkler presents simple but clean aromas of citrus, peach and yellow flower.",La Meirana Brut,21,85,Piedmont,Gavi,,Broglia 2010 La Meirana Brut (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broglia-2010-meirana-brut-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2010,Broglia 14.1,Red,US,"A tough wine to like. It's bone dry, hard in tannins and tartly acidic, and not very fruity, with flavors just barely suggesting sour cherries. On the plus side is elegant construction.",Bacchus Collection Estate Vineyard,40,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 2009 Bacchus Collection Estate Vineyard Pinot Meunier (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-2009-bacchus-collection-estate-vineyard-other-red-pinot-meunier-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Meunier,2009,Bouchaine 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Focaccia bread with green olives or sun-dried tomatoes would make a fine pairing partner to this easy-going Extra Dry Prosecco. The wine is soft, foamy and rich on the finish.",Extra Dry,,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Botter NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botter-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Botter 14,Red,US,"Made in a very big, extracted style, with masses of cherries, chocolate, licorice and smoky new oak. Actually too big, lacking delicacy and elegance. Ripeness isn't the issue here. Control and restraint are.",Estate Grown Freestone,45,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bohemian 2007 Estate Grown Freestone Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bohemian-2007-estate-grown-freestone-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bohemian 13.9,Red,US,"The wine seems a bit disjointed, as if the fruit ripened unevenly. Prune and fig accents compete with some green notes, and the tannins are unobtrusive to the point of disappearing. Maybe just an awkward phase?",Wahluke Slope Vineyard,16,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Arbor Crest 2009 Wahluke Slope Vineyard Sangiovese (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2009-wahluke-slope-vineyard-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Sangiovese,2009,Arbor Crest 13.9,White,US,"Gives just what Chardonnay fans like, a creamy smooth wine with vibrant vanilla, tropical fruit, green apple and buttered toast flavors that are a little sweet in honey.",Reserve,15,85,California,California Other,Sonoma County-Santa Barbara County,Angeline 2010 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County-Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2010-reserve-chardonnay-other-sonoma-county-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Angeline 15,Red,US,"There's no hiding the 24 months in French oak this Zin spent after growing up in an organic and dry-farmed vineyard. Medium to heavyweight it's all about ripe strawberry and blackberry, sweet to the point of being in a pie, rounded out by graham cracker and a fine fruit liqueur.",Larry Venturi Vineyard,25,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Simaine Cellars 2008 Larry Venturi Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simaine-cellars-2008-larry-venturi-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2008,Simaine Cellars 13.8,Red,US,"Huge blackberry, currant and chocolate flavors in this smooth Cabernet. It's soft and a little sweet, but gets the job done at a fair price.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Avalon 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avalon-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Avalon 11,Sparkling,Italy,"A Prosecco from the recently enlarged DOC zone in northeast Italy, this fresh sparkling wine opens with citrus, peach, dried grass and white flower. It's an easy sparkler with a fresh, foamy finish.",Extra Dry,,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Astoria NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Astoria 14.5,Red,US,"Pretty color on this wine, a light ruby red like Pinot Noir, and the mouthfeel is nice and light. The flavors are of sugar-sweetened raspberry tea, and tire after a sip or two because of the sweetness.",,32,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2008 Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2008-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,2008,Adelaida 15.1,Red,US,"A little on the sweetish side, which may be due to residual sugar and/or excessively high alcohol. Either way, it tastes like black cherry jam and pepper.",,32,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Adelaida 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Gocce di Luna (moondrops) is an easy, silky Prosecco with creamy mousse and sweet aromas of peach, honeysuckle and lemon candy. This refreshing sparkler could pair with seared scallops or shrimp cocktail.",Gocce di Luna Moondrops Extra Dry,13,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Anna Spinato NV Gocce di Luna Moondrops Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anna-spinato-nv-gocce-luna-moondrops-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Anna Spinato ,Rose,France,"Rather neutral aromatically, somewhat surprising for a blend of 55% Cinsaut, 20% Grenache, 20% Mourvèdre and 5% white grapes. This is very citrusy on the palate yet richly textured, with some lime-like greenish notes. Drink now.",Compostelle,,85,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Mas Neuf 2010 Compostelle Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mas-neuf-2010-compostelle-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2010,Château Mas Neuf 14.3,Red,US,Casto Oaks' Cab is still supertight and needs some time to open. Hard to say if its aromas and flavors will develop further.,Gardner Vineyard,39,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Casto Oaks 2009 Gardner Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casto-oaks-2009-gardner-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Casto Oaks 14.1,Red,US,"Rugged and tannic, this dry red wine can best be described as rustic. But at this price, it's just fine, offering berry, herb and spice flavors that finish clean.",Lot 252,12,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 252 Petite Sirah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-252-petite-sirah-north-coast/,Petite Sirah,2009,Cameron Hughes 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Creamy mousse and fruity flavors of peach, lime and honeydew melon give this Italian sparkler easy, fresh appeal. Pair this luminous bubbly with slices of Irish smoked salmon and crushed coriander seed.",Millesimato Extra Dry,14,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Cà Di Rajo 2010 Millesimato Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rajo-2010-millesimato-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Cà Di Rajo 15,Red,US,"A mouthful of extreme black fruit and licorice is at the heart of this Foothills Syrah, a power hitter with not one shy bone in its body.",,20,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Broll Mountain Vineyards 2006 Syrah (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broll-mountain-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Syrah,2006,Broll Mountain Vineyards 11,Sparkling,Italy,"A fragrant, sweet bouquet of honeysuckle and jasmine is segued by peach and citrus. This easy Italian sparkler is clean, tonic and would pair with spicy egg rolls or sushi.",Extra Dry,,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Capo di Vigna NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capo-vigna-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Capo di Vigna 12.5,Red,Brazil,"A 50-50 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot that ranks high atop Miolo's pyramid of wines. It has typical Brazilian rusticity, with a roasted, earthy bouquet. Flavors of plum and berry are a little baked and raw, but the feel is chewy and deep, with pretty good texture. GM Miolo, USA.",Lote 43,27,85,Vale dos Vinhedos,,,Vinícola Miolo 2004 Lote 43 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Vale dos Vinhedos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-miolo-2004-lote-43-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-vale-vinhedos/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2004,Vinícola Miolo 14.6,Red,US,"Vintages matter, and the differences between the 2008 and the 2007 Zerba Petit Verdots are dramatic. This seems sour and barely ripe, with a streak of asparagus and stemmy tannins.",,38,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Zerba Cellars 2008 Petit Verdot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zerba-cellars-2008-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Petit Verdot,2008,Zerba Cellars 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a ripe, luminous Prosecco with golden highlights that opens with aromas of apricot, honeysuckle and a touch of ground clove. The sparkling wine offers sharp effervescence and a dry, steely close.",Brut,,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Gancia NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gancia-nv-brut-prosecco-142619/,Glera,,Gancia 14.3,White,US,"Soft, almost fat, but with some clear varietal scents and fruit. Feels a little soapy and flat.",,15,85,Idaho,,,Fujishin 2009 Gewürztraminer,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fujishin-2009-gewurztraminer-snake-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Fujishin 14.4,Red,US,"Tart, bitter and very dry, with chocolate and blackberry flavors, although it's bone dry. Needs oily meats and cheeses to tease out the fruity sweetness. Doesn't seem like an ager.",,24,85,California,Central Valley,Madera,Fasi Crest NV Syrah (Madera),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fasi-crest-nv-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-madera/,Syrah,,Fasi Crest 15.2,Red,US,"Sweet and soft, with mocha, cherry and spice flavors, like a Starbucks drink. The alcohol level is high and hot. Easy to drink, but not going anywhere.",,32,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2008 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2008,Peju 17.9,Dessert,US,"Sweet, but lacking in substance, with thin, sugary raspberry, blackberry and chocolate flavors. If sugar is all you need, it's for you, but it seriously requires greater depth, especially at this price.",Delicias Estate Zinfandel,50,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2007 Delicias Estate Zinfandel Port (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2007-delicias-estate-zinfandel-port-blend-port-napa-valley/,Port,2007,Peju ,Red,US,"Too sweet for real balance, with candied, extracted cherry, raspberry and blackberry flavors that taste sugary. It's an example of the exaggerated, overripe California style.",Stagecoach Vineyard,49,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Palmeri 2007 Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmeri-2007-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Palmeri 12.5,White,France,"For a simple white Burgundy, this is impressively rich, its pear and ripe apple fruits boosted by pineapple, spice and toast. It has good weight and a long, fresh finish.",Réserve,18,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Pierre André 2009 Réserve (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2009-reserve-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2009,Pierre André 14,Red,Spain,"The catchy label suggests Miró and the wine is more than satisfactory. In fact, the Tempranillo and Garnacha in the blend work well together, resulting in zesty cherry flavors that properly back up the sweet, mildly spicy bouquet. Fresh and a touch peppery. Imported by Cellar Door.",Old Vine,13,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Red Guitar 2005 Old Vine Tempranillo-Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-guitar-2005-old-vine-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-navarra/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2005,Red Guitar 14.9,Red,US,"Pretty good, but marred by some vegetal flavors, like asparagus. The tannins are rich and smooth, and the finish is dry and a little hot.",Big River,35,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ravenswood 2008 Big River Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2008-big-river-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Ravenswood 14.5,Red,US,"The texture on this Cabernet is rustic, with some tough tannins and green acidity, which lots of oak can't quite cover, but only add sweet toast. It's not a bad wine, but doesn't seem capable of aging, so drink up.",,38,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Due Vigne 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/due-vigne-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Due Vigne 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Aged and slightly oxidized, this caramel colored sparkling wine is reaching the far end of its natural lifespan. Aromas of apricot, honeysuckle and butterscotch give it nice momentum in the mouth.",Brut Riserva,28,85,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Cornaleto 1997 Brut Riserva (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cornaleto-1997-brut-riserva-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,1997,Cornaleto 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Although the label reads “Millesimato,” it does not carry a vintage date. The bouquet is redolent of spicy clove and white pepper and there's plenty of citrus and peach at the back. The finish is smooth and slightly sweet.",Millesimato Extra Dry,20,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Dogarina NV Millesimato Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dogarina-nv-millesimato-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Dogarina 13.8,Red,US,"A rugged, somewhat rustic wine, with a scoury mouthfeel. It's a little on the sweet side. Tastes like a raspberry, roasted almond and nougat candy bar.",Wolff Vineyard,48,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Double Bond 2008 Wolff Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/double-bond-2008-wolff-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Double Bond 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Leesy and toasty smelling, but pinched and cidery in the mouth. Standard at best, with apple and nectarine flavors in front of a somewhat foxy, strained finish. Good but a bit funky and cidery.",Anna de Codorníu,15,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Codorníu NV Anna de Codorníu Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/codorniu-nv-anna-de-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Codorníu 13.3,White,US,"Actually from the Paso Robles area despite the Central Coast appellation on the label, this wine is mainly Chenin Blanc, with Chard and some other varieties. It's a decent everyday wine, notable for the brisk acidity, almost spritzy, that brings to life the jammy citrus, green apple, apricot and honeysuckle flavors.",Adobe,15,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clayhouse 2007 Adobe White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2007-adobe-white-central-coast/,White Blend,2007,Clayhouse 11,Dessert,US,"This sweet dessert wine is riding the Moscato wave. It's clean and brisk in acidity, with flavors of oranges, honey and vanilla. Nice picnic wine, or drink with a weekend brunch.",Domino,7,85,California,California Other,California,Delicato 2010 Domino Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2010-domino-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2010,Delicato 12.5,White,Italy,This bright white wine is subdued aromatically but it does move forward with nice crispness and freshness in the mouth. Medium body and intensity is accented by stone fruit and drying mineral.,Il Sestante Vigneto San Martino,15,85,Lombardy,Lugana,,Tommasi 2010 Il Sestante Vigneto San Martino (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2010-il-sestante-vigneto-san-martino-italian-white-trebbiano-lugana-lugana/,Trebbiano di Lugana,2010,Tommasi 14,Red,US,"A tough, acidic wine that feels disagreeably sharp in the mouth. The flavors suggest cherries and licorice. It's mainly Sangiovese, with Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.",Saviezza,30,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Silver 2008 Saviezza Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-2008-saviezza-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,2008,Silver 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Concentrated notes of vanilla bean marry with raspberry and ripe red cherry aromas and flavors, while the finish shows a touch of a waxy red plum skin character. Clean and simple; drink now.",,10,85,Western Cape,,,Two Oceans 2010 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-oceans-2010-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2010,Two Oceans ,Red,Chile,"Aromas of strawberry, rhubarb, milk chocolate and cumin are a touch stemmy as well. This is a dry, acidic wine that's a little earthy in flavor, with modest plum and cherry flavors. Shows a pinch of oak on the finish along with rooty, tea-like accents.",Castillo De Molina Reserva,12,85,Casablanca Valley,,,San Pedro 2007 Castillo De Molina Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2007-castillo-molina-reserva-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,San Pedro 14,Red,Chile,"Jammy black fruit aromas aren't specific or elevated but they work to draw you in. Feels regular, with blackberry, black currant and dark cherry flavors that don't rise above normal. Finishes with cola and straightforward feel and length.",,9,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Tololo 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tololo-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Tololo 14,Red,Chile,"Mossy, furry, leafy black fruit aromas are a reasonably good opening. Feels upright and alert, with bright acidity. Flavors of plum and berry blend with chocolate, herbs and spice in front of a grabby, slightly clacky finish.",Crucero Reserva,13,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2010 Crucero Reserva Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2010-crucero-reserva-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2010,Siegel 6,Sparkling,Italy,"Those expecting a typical Asti will be surprised by the strong blackcurrant flavors of the Saracco. After the initial shock wears off, they will find other flavors peeking through, some more typical apricot and peach flavors and a touch of vanilla. The wine is rich and quite chunky but the finish is a little abrupt.",,18,85,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Saracco 2007 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saracco-2007-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2007,Saracco 14,Red,Argentina,"A big drop off from prior years, probably due to the cold harvest conditions of 2008. Smells minty and lactic, with hard spice and distant fruit aromas. Feels closed, tannic and clipped, with narrow berry flavors and green notes. Toasty on the finish, but also clacky feeling. Good relative to other wines, but not at $70.",Apartado Gran,70,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Felipe Rutini 2008 Apartado Gran Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felipe-rutini-2008-apartado-gran-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Felipe Rutini 12.5,White,Spain,"Chunky tropical fruit aromas settle on melon and citrus. The palate is equally citrusy and easy to get, with pineapple and green apple flavors. Zesty and crisp on the back side.",Hermanos Lurton,12,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,François Lurton 2010 Hermanos Lurton Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2010-hermanos-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,François Lurton 13,Red,Uruguay,"Mint, menthol and charcoal aromas are draped over the dark bouquet. Leaden across the palate, with dried black plum, grilled meat and leathery flavors. Turns chewy and tannic on the finish. Not that well balanced but good for its deep prune character and richness.",Carquera,,85,San Jose,,,Monte de Luz 2008 Carquera Tannat (San Jose),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-luz-2008-carquera-other-red-tannat-san-jose/,Tannat,2008,Monte de Luz 13.7,Red,US,"With soft, easy tannins and barely noticeable acidity, this easy little Cab lacks structural integrity. It's very ripe and rich in cherries, blackberries and anise, but the lightness lowers the point score.",,25,85,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Mossback 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mossback-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Mossback 14.8,Red,US,"With some heat from alcohol, this is a fruity, peppery Zin, brawny and bold. All it wants is simple fare, like cheeseburgers, lasagna, spaghetti with meatballs or a beef tamale.",Estate,15,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Trentadue 2009 Estate Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2009-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Trentadue 14.5,Red,Spain,"The first aromas suggest tomato leaf and tobacco, which are followed by richer, more syrupy raisin and cassis. The palate holds onto that heavy character, giving raisin, prune and tobacco flavors. Stewy and sweet as a whole.",Durius Natural Reserve,20,85,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Marqués de la Concordia 2007 Durius Natural Reserve Syrah (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-concordia-2007-durius-natural-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Syrah,2007,Marqués de la Concordia 14,Red,South Africa,"Although dense on the palate with concentrated black fruit flavors and a touch of mocha, there's a green streak to the nose of this Cab. The mouth is round and fleshy with a short but clean finish.",Beyond,12,85,Western Cape,,,Buitenverwachting 2010 Beyond Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beyond-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Buitenverwachting 12,White,France,"Full in the face Sauvignon Blanc, with a cough drop bite, tense with acidity. It has ripe green fruits and lime zest. Drink now.",Domaine Guenault,15,85,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Bougrier 2010 Domaine Guenault Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougrier-2010-domaine-guenault-sauvignon-blanc-touraine/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Bougrier 12,Rose,France,"Ancenis is a small area to the east of NAtes, across the Loire from Muscadet. This vivid pink-colored Gamay is a dry rosé with a light tannic character, brightened by red currant acidity.",Le Logis du Gouverneur,,85,Loire Valley,Coteaux d'Ancenis,,Les Vignerons des Terroirs de la Noëlle 2010 Le Logis du Gouverneur Rosé (Coteaux d'Ancenis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-terroirs-noelle-2010-le-logis-gouverneur-rose-coteaux-dancenis/,Rosé,2010,Les Vignerons des Terroirs de la Noëlle 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Fresh, watery and tonic, this easygoing Prosecco could work as an appetizer wine on a warm spring afternoon. A soft mouthfeel is accented by a spicy close with crushed white pepper.",Extra Dry,,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Maccari Spumanti NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maccari-spumanti-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Maccari Spumanti 14.5,White,US,"The vineyard is a good one, and the underlying wine is rich in pineapples, green apples, lemons and limes, brightened with brisk acidity. However, the oak is heavy-handed.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,40,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Peter Paul Wines 2009 Bacigalupi Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-paul-wines-2009-bacigalupi-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Peter Paul Wines ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Richly fruity, quite sweet with red berry fruits and light acidity. There is a soft character and an attractive, easy finish.",Reserve Ruby,20,85,Port,,,Quevedo NV Reserve Ruby (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quevedo-nv-reserve-ruby-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quevedo 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here is a low-key but friendly Brut Prosecco from the Treviso area of northern Italy that offers a clean, luminous appearance and pretty aromas of white flower and stone fruit. The finish is tonic, tight and easygoing.",Millesimato Brut,20,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Dogarina 2009 Millesimato Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dogarina-2009-millesimato-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2009,Dogarina 14.5,Red,US,"Unripe, with a green, stalky, vegetal edge to the blackberries and cherries. Although it's dry and the tannins are rich, the wine suffers from that defect.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Bellarina 2008 Meritage (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellarina-2008-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-knights-valley/,Meritage,2008,Bellarina 13.5,Red,US,"A darkly colored red blend that tastes like coffee sweetened with blackberry liqueur and anise. It's a big, rich, thick wine that's rustic, but entirely drinkable with barbecue, burgers, pizza.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,MommyJuice NV Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommyjuice-nv-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,,MommyJuice 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Closed with a white string tied over the cork (spago in Italian), this lightly sparkling, or frizzante, Prosecco offers mild sweetness with white flowers, stone fruit and citrus. It's refreshing and easy to drink.",Sforsín Frizzante,17,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Dogarina NV Sforsín Frizzante (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dogarina-nv-sforsin-frizzante-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Dogarina 10,Sparkling,US,"As sweet and carbonated as a soda drink, with raspberry and vanilla flavors. Yet it's absolutely clean and vibrant. Easy to drink if you like your bubbly on the sugary side.",Pink,13,84,California,California Other,California,Allure NV Pink Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allure-nv-pink-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,,Allure 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A tuna melt or easy platter of cold cuts and cheese would pair with this bright Italian sparkler. It's a Dry expression, which means it tastes sweetish in the mouth, and shows notes of peach and citrus.",Millesimato Dry,,83,Veneto,Prosecco,,La Jara 2010 Millesimato Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jara-2010-millesimato-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2010,La Jara ,White,US,"A fine, sound everyday Chardonnay, brisk and clean in acidity, with ripe, sweet tangerine and buttered toast flavors.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Motos Liberty 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/motos-liberty-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Motos Liberty 12,Red,France,"A red fruit flavored wine, light and packed with acidity. The wine may not have the richness of the vintage, but it does have a fine line in red cherry flavors. Drink now.",,13,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Louis Chevallier 2009 Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-chevallier-2009-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2009,Louis Chevallier 13.5,Red,Peru,"Sweet, pasty aromas of plum jam and cherry are candied but not offputting. Wide and sticky on the palate, then baked and sweet tasting, with a simple, rather weak finish. Tannat and Petit Verdot.",Selección Especial,13,83,Ica,,,Tacama 2009 Selección Especial Red (Ica),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tacama-2009-seleccion-especial-red-ica/,Red Blend,2009,Tacama 11,Rose,France,"Typically semi-sweet style of rosé, crisp and clean, flavored with ripe strawberries. Good as an apéritif or with spicy dishes. Screwcap.",Les Ligeriens,,83,Loire Valley,Rosé d'Anjou,,Les Vignerons des Terroirs de la Noëlle 2010 Les Ligeriens (Rosé d'Anjou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-terroirs-noelle-2010-ligeriens-rose-rose-danjou/,Rosé,2010,Les Vignerons des Terroirs de la Noëlle 14.2,White,US,"Thin and tart, sharp citrus rind scents and flavors; then an unexpectedly sugary note in the finish.",Bitner Vineyard,15,83,Idaho,,,Fujishin 2009 Bitner Vineyard Viognier,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fujishin-2009-bitner-vineyard-viognier-snake-river-valley/,Viognier,2009,Fujishin 13.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Bready and lightly maderized, with less than fresh aromas. There's weight and maturity to this Cava along with doughy apple flavors. Sputters and flattens on the finish, which is chunky.",Conde de Haro Brut,27,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Muga NV Conde de Haro Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-nv-conde-haro-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Muga 13,White,Chile,"Neutral smelling, with mild apple and briney aromas. Feels heavy, flat and on the thick side, with average flavors of melon but little to no citrus or smack. Melony, soft and bitter on the finish.",Crucero,10,83,Curicó Valley,,,Siegel 2011 Crucero Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2011-crucero-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Siegel 14.2,White,US,"Not much going on here beyond buttered toast, caramel and butterscotch flavors that swamp the lemondrop and pineapple fruit beneath. Defines the sweet, soft, overoaked California style of Chardonnay.",Green Acres Vineyard,25,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Starkey's Court 2010 Green Acres Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starkeys-court-2010-green-acres-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Starkey's Court 13.8,Red,US,"Tough in acidity, with a harsh mouthfeel only partially relieved by cherry, berry and toasted oak flavors. It's hard to like, even at this price.",,15,82,California,California Other,California,Seven Daughters NV Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-daughters-nv-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,,Seven Daughters 13.6,Red,Argentina,"Rates about the same as the winery's reserve bottling due to grassy, green aromas of prickly raspberry. Big, chunky and sort of awkward on the palate, with herbal, rooty flavors. Burns on the finish with heat and spice.",,15,82,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Zorzal 2009 Pinot Noir (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zorzal-2009-pinot-noir-tupungato/,Pinot Noir,2009,Zorzal 13.4,Red,US,"Gritty and harsh, with tart acidity framing flavors of sour cherry candy and cola.",,17,82,California,California Other,California,24 Knots 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/24-knots-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,24 Knots 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery on the nose, with licorice, horse hide and black fruit aromas. Almost too lush and soft in the mouth, with a candied nature and ultrasweet, syrupy flavors of vanilla and baked berries. Finishes with brown sugar and chocolate cake flavors. Extremely sweet; spineless.",Red Blend,11,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Elena de Mendoza 2010 Red Blend Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-elena-mendoza-2010-red-blend-mendoza/,Red Blend,2010,Bodega Elena de Mendoza 13.5,Red,US,"Not the best showcase for Mendocino fruit, this inexpensive, high-production Merlot is tight and one-dimensional with not a lot of fruitiness and a slight bitterness on the finish.",,11,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Castle Rock 2008 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2008-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,2008,Castle Rock 12,White,Spain,"A bit off course as Verdejo goes, with spritz to the palate and then mealy citrus and persimmon flavors. Lingers but doesn't do or say much on the finish. Not bad but it doesn't click.",Organic,8,82,Spain Other,Spain,,Vicente Gandia 2010 Organic Verdejo (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vicente-gandia-2010-organic-spanish-white-verdejo-other/,Verdejo,2010,Vicente Gandia 14.5,Red,US,"A tough, gritty wine, with overripe, pruny flavors. It's quite dry and tannic, and will not age. Basically a Bordeaux blend with Zinfandel and Syrah.",Explorer The Illegitimate VGS,29,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Château Potelle 2007 Explorer The Illegitimate VGS Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-2007-explorer-illegitimate-vgs-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Château Potelle 13.5,Red,US,"Soft and dull, with candy-sweet flavors of berries and licorice. The blend is Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Easton House 2008 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-house-2008-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Easton House ,White,US,"Good idea, but the execution isn't there. Watery, thin and charmless; like orange candy diluted with lemon juice.",Dry,18,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Locati Cellars 2009 Dry Orange Muscat (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/locati-cellars-2009-dry-muscat-orange-columbia-valley-wa/,Orange Muscat,2009,Locati Cellars 13.5,Red,South Africa,Woody accents of bark and berry leaves somewhat overwhelm the dark fruit core to this wine. Lean and light with an overall green tinge.,,14,82,Western Cape,,,Leopard's Leap 2010 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leopards-leap-2010-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2010,Leopard's Leap 14.2,White,US,"A simple, dull wine, from a producer that has struggled with Chardonnay for years. Tastes soft and sweet, with some vegetal notes.",Edna Ranch Vineyard,28,82,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Double Bond 2008 Edna Ranch Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/double-bond-2008-edna-ranch-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Double Bond 14.6,Red,US,"An indifferent wine, hot and baked, with jammy sweet berry flavors.",Lot 250,10,82,California,Napa,Napa County,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 250 Meritage (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-250-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-county/,Meritage,2009,Cameron Hughes 13.5,Red,Spain,"Funky at first, with an almost fishy element to the bouquet that doesn't qualify as pleasant. Heavy and cloying on the palate, with medicinal, syrupy flavors and a heavy wash of faux oak. Candied and foxy on the finish. USA Wine West, LLC.",Edulis,13,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Altanza 2009 Edulis (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altanza-2009-edulis-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Altanza 13.8,Red,US,"Weirdly acidic and sweet, with cloying raspberry Lifesaver candy flavors.",Vintner's Collection Reserve,12,82,California,California Other,California,Carmenet 2009 Vintner's Collection Reserve Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-2009-vintners-collection-reserve-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2009,Carmenet 13,Red,US,"Crisp red plum and cherry flavors accented with ripe, brambly wood notes are pleasant, but coarse tannins combined with a slightly craggy acidity make this Long Island Cab Franc less than harmonious on the palate.",,20,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 2005 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2005-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Pellegrini Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"A small Cabernet, with a dry, pinched feeling, and flavors of cherries that are compromised by unripe green mint.",Old Vine Street,20,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2010 Old Vine Street Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2010-old-vine-street-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Parkers Estate 13.5,Red,US,"This overpriced Merlot is tough and coarse. It has sweet berry and licorice flavors, with a bitter finish.",,19,82,California,California Other,California,Platform 9 2010 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/platform-9-2010-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,Platform 9 13,Red,Spain,"Starts out “smoky” but quickly degenerates toward murky and stemmy smelling. The palate has a bland feel along with roasted, leafy, dried-out flavors of raspberry and earthy plum. Not a prime-time wine.",,8,82,Levante,Valencia,,Radio Boca 2008 Tempranillo (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/radio-boca-2008-tempranillo-valencia/,Tempranillo,2008,Radio Boca 14,Red,Peru,"Rubbery smelling, with red berry and plum aromas in the background. Simple and not all that structured for what amounts to a pricey Peruvian offering; feels reduced and candied, with sweet plum flavors. Highly candied on the chunky finish.",Terroix,24,82,Ica,,,Tacama 2007 Terroix Red (Ica),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tacama-2007-terroix-red-ica/,Red Blend,2007,Tacama 12.5,Sparkling,Chile,"With its charming, grapey fruit and sweet, foamy palate, this is a wine meant for quaffing with a large crowd. It's light-bodied and short, but well-done in the category. Drink soon.",Brut,13,82,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga NV Brut Sparkling (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-nv-brut-sparkling-maipo-valley-107369/,Sparkling Blend,,Undurraga 13.5,Red,Chile,"Tomato, red fruit and resiny oak aromas don't exactly scream “fresh.” Feels rustic and scratchy, with herbal, sawdust and vanilla flavors clouding out any quality fruit that might exist. Not much here, really.",,9,82,Central Valley,,,San Elias 2010 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-elias-2010-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2010,San Elias 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a slightly pungent note on the bouquet that masks some of the fresh floral and fruity aromas inherent to Prosecco. Certified organic, the wine is fresh, clean and crisp in the mouth.",Extra Dry,,82,Veneto,Prosecco,,La Jara NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jara-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,La Jara 12,White,Chile,"Muddled aromas break up with airing and fade from citrus and grass to vegetal and a bit dirty. The palate has gaps in it, while the flavors are a sketchy mix of bland citrus and mealy apple. Acceptable but not convincing.",,13,82,Central Valley,,,Maniña 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manina-2011-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Maniña ,Red,US,"Soft and gluey, with caramel candy cherry and spice flavors, packed into Petite Sirah's powerhouse tannins.",,12,82,California,Lake County,Lake County,Castle Rock 2009 Petite Sirah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Petite Sirah,2009,Castle Rock ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Acidity, almonds and firm tannins are present, but the wine is dry and very light, with an awkward, unbalanced citrus character.",Reserva Medium Dry,,82,Port,,,Quinta do Infantado NV Reserva Medium Dry (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-infantado-nv-reserva-medium-dry-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta do Infantado 12,White,Hungary,"Savory apple scents dominate on the nose with hints of lanolin and sea air. While watery and dilute on entry, there's a pleasant nut oil and nut skin character on the palate. Somewhat clumsy in style with a bit of heat on the finish.",,24,82,Hungary,,,Pinot Evil NV Pinot Grigio (Hungary),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinot-evil-nv-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio/,Pinot Grigio,,Pinot Evil 13,White,Argentina,"High-toned citrus aromas lead to a sharp, spritzy palate with pithy flavors and lots of zest. Doesn't taste like much besides tangy lime and citrus.",Amado Sur,15,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trivento 2010 Amado Sur Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2010-amado-sur-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Trivento 13.5,Red,US,"Soft in texture and semi-sweet, this simple Merlot has sugary cherry and blackberry flavors.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2010 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2010-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 14,Rose,France,"Starts off rough, featuring wet dog and rubber aromas, before settling down to deliver some watermelon-like fruit. Although not usual for rosés, try decanting.",Reméage Rosé of Syrah,15,82,France Other,Vin de France,,Les Vins de Vienne NV Reméage Rosé of Syrah Rosé (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-vienne-nv-remeage-rose-syrah-vin/,Rosé,,Les Vins de Vienne 13.8,Red,US,"Pinot Noir in name only, a dry, silky wine whose berry flavors are definitely on the thin side. It's somewhat sweet.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Mark West 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-west-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Mark West 12.5,White,US,"This is a simple wine, Chardonnay in name only. It's soft, sweet and boring, although lots of people will like the orange and oak flavors.",Coastal Series,18,82,California,California Other,California,Arrow Creek 2010 Coastal Series Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrow-creek-2010-coastal-series-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Arrow Creek 13.8,Red,US,"A simple, sweet wine, with sugary cherry, chocolate and anise flavors. There's a curious, disagreeable charred taste, like a cigarette butt.",Annadel Estate Vineyard,32,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Anaba 2009 Annadel Estate Vineyard Mourvèdre (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anaba-2009-annadel-estate-vineyard-mourvedre-sonoma-valley/,Mourvèdre,2009,Anaba 14.2,Red,US,This estate-grown 100% Syrah is sour and inelegant on its own but would have worked nicely in a blend where it could have provided meaty structure.,33 Degrees North Gracie Hill Vineyard,33,82,California,South Coast,South Coast,Fallbrook 2009 33 Degrees North Gracie Hill Vineyard Syrah (South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fallbrook-2009-33-degrees-north-gracie-hill-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-south-coast/,Syrah,2009,Fallbrook 13.5,White,US,"Sweet and oaky, this wine's pineapple, vanilla and caramel flavors quickly become cloying.",,18,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2010 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2010-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Franciscan 14,Red,US,"Zinfandel has not been this winery's best bottling. This one's dry and drinkable, but sharp and sweet-sour, with cherry Lifesaver candy flavors.",Mr. Beast,20,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Barber 2009 Mr. Beast Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barber-2009-mr-beast-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Barber 12.5,Red,US,"Sugary sweet in berry-cherry fruit, with a cut of acidity that doesn't feel natural. An awkward wine, but passable.",Vintner's Collection Reserve,12,82,California,California Other,California,Carmenet 2009 Vintner's Collection Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-2009-vintners-collection-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Carmenet 13,Red,US,"With fresh, jammy blackberry and cherry fruit, this Cab tastes like it's right out of the fermenting tank. It's bright in acidity and simple, but gets the job done.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Redwood Creek 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redwood-creek-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Redwood Creek 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Smells volatile and balsamic, much like salad dressing. There's no doubting this wine is Cab Franc—it's herbal and foresty, with a soft mouthfeel and herbal berry flavors topped off by oregano and basil. A rustic wine that's probably too herbal for most palates.",Gran,40,83,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Pulenta 2008 Gran Cabernet Franc (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pulenta-estate-2008-gran-cabernet-franc-lujan-cuyo/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Pulenta 12,Sparkling,Italy,"This dry rosé sparkling blend would pair with easy appetizers or fried vegetable tempura. The wine is sharp and crisp, with a steely effervescent close. Bardolino Chiaretto is from the shores of Lake Garda in northern Italy.",Rosé,,83,Veneto,Bardolino Chiaretto,,Vigneti Villabella NV Rosé (Bardolino Chiaretto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-villabella-nv-rose-bardolino-chiaretto/,Sparkling Blend,,Vigneti Villabella 12.5,Red,US,"Simple and sweet in cola, blackberry and oak flavors. At this price, it's suitable for big parties.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Round Hill 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-hill-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Round Hill 6.5,Dessert,Italy,"This pink sweet sparkler (made with fragrant Moscato grapes) opens with an intense bouquet of raspberry, jasmine and honey. It's a blush wine with a soft, foamy finish.",Rosato,,83,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Tosti NV Rosato Moscato (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tosti-nv-rosato-muscat-moscato-piedmont/,Moscato,,Tosti 14.5,Red,France,"Starts off with slightly confectionary cherry fruit, accented by peppery spice aromas and flavors. The structure is extremely soft, definitely making it a drink-now sort of wine.",La Ciboise,17,83,Rhône Valley,Luberon,,M. Chapoutier 2009 La Ciboise Red (Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2009-ciboise-red-luberon/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,M. Chapoutier 12,Rose,US,"Hints of spice and Morello cherries entice on the nose of this pleasantly dry rosé made from Merlot grapes. The palate is clean with decent red fruit flavors, but there's a hollowness overall, and a hint of tomato water on the finish that detracts.",,15,83,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Duck Walk 2010 Rosé (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-walk-2010-rose-long-island-hamptons/,Rosé,2010,Duck Walk 13.5,Red,Chile,"Light and prickly in style, with citrus aromas along with tight cherry and plum scents. Runs lean in the mouth, with short, tart red fruit flavors in front of a crisp, sheer finish.",,10,83,Central Valley,,,Cono Sur 2010 Pinot Noir (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2010-pinot-noir-central-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Cono Sur 13.9,White,US,"A blend of Viognier and Roussanne, this wine is way too sweet. Tastes like a sugared orange and pineapple fruit juice drink. Smoky, caramelized oak makes it even sweeter and cloying.",Heritage Blanc,20,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2010 Heritage Blanc White (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2010-heritage-blanc-white-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Curtis 13,Red,France,"Already showing signs of fading, this is a wine that needs to be drunk now. The fruit has disappeared into more mature secondary flavors, the tannins even showing signs of drying the wine.",Clos du Château,,83,Burgundy,Santenay,,Château de la Crée 2007 Clos du Château (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cree-2007-clos-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2007,Château de la Crée 12.5,White,US,"As sweet as a dessert wine. Tastes like sugared pineapple, apricot and orange juice. Fine in cleansing acidity, but it's not really a dry table wine.",Vintner's Collection Reserve,12,83,California,California Other,California,Carmenet 2009 Vintner's Collection Reserve Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-2009-vintners-collection-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Carmenet 14.8,Red,US,"Overtly sweet and harsh in the mouth, with extracted berry flavors. There's a burning sensation that's hard to explain, unless the official alcohol level of only 14.8% is off the mark.",Estate,36,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Collier Falls 2007 Estate Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2007-estate-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Collier Falls 11,Sparkling,Italy,"A perfect mixing agent for Campari or peach cocktails, this bright Prosecco delivers stone fruit, lime and honey. Or, drink it on its own with spicy chicken wings.",Brut,13,83,Veneto,Prosecco,,Canella NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canella-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Canella 11,Rose,France,"Very candy-flavored wine, the color vivid pink and the flavors just as garish, with strawberry sweetness, a touch of caramel balanced with lemon sherbet acidity. Screwcap.",,13,83,Loire Valley,Rosé d'Anjou,,Bougrier 2010 Rosé d'Anjou,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougrier-2010-rose-rose-danjou/,Rosé,2010,Bougrier 5.5,Dessert,Italy,"If you've never heard of “Orange Moscato” you're probably not alone. The wine presents a pale, golden color but the aromas definitely tend toward tangerine skin and orange zest. It's frizzy, creamy and very sweet on the close.",Stella Rosa Fior d'Arancio,,83,Veneto,Colli Euganei,,Il Conte d'Alba NV Stella Rosa Fior d'Arancio Sparkling (Colli Euganei),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-conte-dalba-nv-stella-rosa-fior-darancio-sparkling-colli-euganei/,Sparkling Blend,,Il Conte d'Alba ,Red,US,"A raw, rough, oaky flavor overwhelms the light and simple red fruit. Disjointed, with a bitter streak in the finish.",,27,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Le Chateau 2008 Barbera (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-chateau-2008-barbera-columbia-valley-wa/,Barbera,2008,Le Chateau 12.2,White,US,"While gorgeously fragrant with loads of jasmine blossoms and candied orange peels on the nose, Jamesport's Riesling feels a bit light in body and concentration. Subtly flavored with tangerine peels and honey, it finishes with a pleasant black tea astringency.",,30,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Jamesport 2009 Riesling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamesport-2009-riesling-long-island-north-fork/,Riesling,2009,Jamesport 14.4,White,US,"Basically a good wine, but way too sweet and oaky, like a sugary soda drink. It's the poster child for the international criticism of California Chardonnay, with pineapple, orange, vanilla and buttered popcorn flavors.",,22,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hess Collection 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Hess Collection 13,Red,France,"Intense acidity dominates this wine. While it has some tannic structure and some strawberry fruit, the overall feeling is of a wine that is thin.",Vieilles Vignes,24,83,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Château Philippe-le-Hardi 2009 Vieilles Vignes (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-philippe-le-hardi-2009-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2009,Château Philippe-le-Hardi 12.5,Red,US,"Pinot by the numbers. It's dry and silky, with decent cherry and spice flavors that finish a little green and minty.",Vintner's Collection Reserve,12,83,California,California Other,California,Carmenet 2009 Vintner's Collection Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-2009-vintners-collection-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Carmenet 13,White,Spain,"Flat aromas include iodine, butterscotch and cider, but overall the nose isn't that lively or fresh. The palate, meanwhile, is round, soft and mealy, with oaky, barrel-fermented flavors of buttered baked apple and resin. Proves why barrel-fermented Viura is sketchy terrain.",Conde de Valdemar Finca Alto Cantabria,15,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2009 Conde de Valdemar Finca Alto Cantabria Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2009-conde-finca-alto-cantabria-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2009,Bodegas Valdemar 14.5,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend based on Cabernet Sauvignon that's almost as sweet as Port. The sugariness frames blackberry and blueberry jam, cassis and dark chocolate flavors.",The Dance,45,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Barton 2008 The Dance Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-2008-dance-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Barton 10.5,Sparkling,Italy,"The word frizzante refers to a style of Prosecco with softer, less fizzy effervescence. This expression is fresh, clean and redolent of dried grass and white flower. It's also very thin in the mouth.",Frizzante,,83,Veneto,Prosecco,,Maschio dei Cavalieri NV Frizzante (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maschio-cavalieri-nv-frizzante-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Maschio dei Cavalieri 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Green, tomatoey and strained as a whole. The nose initially smells like marinara sauce and field greens. Mouthfeel is the saving grace; it's elegant and fresh. But back to the flavor profile, which delivers pizza, herbal overtones and tomato. Cabernet does not seem to be this winery's cup of tea.",III,26,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pulenta 2008 III Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pulenta-estate-2008-iii-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Pulenta 14.3,Red,US,"Lots of sweet, ripe cherries in this Syrah, which also shows classic, cool-climate aromas of black pepper. A disagreeable note of crushed cigarette butts is a big minus.",Las Madres Vineyard,32,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Anaba 2009 Las Madres Vineyard Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anaba-2009-las-madres-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2009,Anaba 13.9,White,US,"Soft and sugary, this unoaked Chardonnay has simple, popularly appealing fruit juice flavors of pineapples, oranges and pears.",Naked,12,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Four Vines 2010 Naked Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-vines-2010-naked-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Four Vines ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Perfumed, with flavors of violet candies and very soft tannins. The wine is too aromatic for its own good.",Rio Torto Reserva,,83,Port,,,Krohn NV Rio Torto Reserva (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krohn-nv-rio-torto-reserva-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Krohn 11,Rose,US,"Scents of cherry vanilla and cream waft luxuriously from this surprisingly full-bodied, semi-dry White Cab Franc. The palate is candied and sweet with red, ripe fruit, and a hint of sweet tomato water on the finish.",White Cabernet Franc,13,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Knapp 2008 White Cabernet Franc Rosé (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knapp-2008-white-cabernet-franc-rose-finger-lakes/,Rosé,2008,Knapp 13.6,Rose,US,"Made from Zinfandel, this darkly colored blush wine is heavy and sugary sweet in cherries, vanilla and cinnamon spice.",Reserve,30,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Jawbone 2010 Reserve Rosé (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jawbone-2010-reserve-rose-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Rosé,2010,Jawbone 12.5,Red,France,"Rather dilute wine, it does have some fresh cherry flavors with very soft tannins and a clean line of acidity. For the vintage, it could have done wth more concentration.",,13,83,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Jaffelin 2009 Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2009-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2009,Jaffelin 14.4,White,US,"Cloyingly sweet and jammy in pineapples, oranges, buttered toast and buttered popcorn. Made in the modern, popular style.",Appellation Series,18,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Healdsburg Ranches 2010 Appellation Series Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/healdsburg-ranches-2010-appellation-series-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Healdsburg Ranches 13.5,Red,Italy,"One of the casualties of what is proving to be a very mixed vintage. The nose is muted, with a dank note creeping in with the fruit. The palate has a little more flavor, but that slight swampy character also shows itself here, and the finish is relatively short.",Fornace di Cerreto,18,83,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Malgra 2003 Fornace di Cerreto (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malgra-2003-fornace-cerreto-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2003,Malgra 14.5,White,US,"Disappointing, given its origin from this fine vineyard. The wine is dull and sweet, with orange, cashew and oak flavors.",Stagecoach Vineyard,38,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Maisonry 2009 Stagecoach Vineyard Marsanne (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maisonry-2009-stagecoach-vineyard-marsanne-napa-valley/,Marsanne,2009,Maisonry 12,Sparkling,France,"Rather dull, soapy wine, its fruit missing the right crispness. There are flavors of pear, yellow fruits, just not enough acidity.",Perle d'Ivoire Blanc de Blancs Brut,22,83,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot NV Perle d'Ivoire Blanc de Blancs Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-nv-perle-divoire-blanc-de-blancs-brut-cremant-de-bourgogne-141971/,Chardonnay,,Louis Bouillot 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smells like a Band-Aid with mint added in, and there's a whiff of generic cherry as well. Tannic and grabby in the mouth, with a spiky feel and herbal, grassy flavors. Herbal and oaky on the finish, too, with a choppy feel.",Reserva Made with Organic Grapes,15,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Twigs 2008 Reserva Made with Organic Grapes Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twigs-2008-reserva-made-with-organic-grapes-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Twigs 14.4,Red,US,"Too sweet by far, like melted cherry and blackberry jam, with heat from alcohol and a hit of acidity. Drink up.",Surround,30,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Stone Edge Farm 2007 Surround Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stone-edge-farm-2007-surround-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Stone Edge Farm 13.5,White,US,"Sweet and oaky, with flavors of buttered popcorn and pineapple jam. Made to appeal to the popular style.",,14,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2010 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Rodney Strong 13,Red,Spain,"Rather brick-colored, with dried, mildly baked aromas of sweet fruits and leather. The palate offers some raspberry and cherry skin, but also tang and wayward oak. And the finish is lean and slightly buttery. Imported by Vinum International.",,11,83,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Raimat 2003 Tempranillo (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raimat-2003-tempranillo-costers-segre/,Tempranillo,2003,Raimat 14.5,Red,US,"A sharp, acidic wine that feels rustic in the mouth. It has sweetenend wild berry, clove and pepper flavors.",Old Patch Red Lot #32,11,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Trentadue 2010 Old Patch Red Lot #32 Red (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2010-old-patch-red-lot-32-north-coast/,Red Blend,2010,Trentadue 12,Red,US,"Notes of crushed black pepper and cedar against a backdrop of ripe red fruit are pleasant on this full-bodied Cab Franc, but hints of green reeds and resin distract.",Alouette,27,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Three Fox 2010 Alouette Cabernet Franc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-fox-2010-alouette-cabernet-franc-virginia/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Three Fox 14.7,Red,US,"This Carmenère from an excellent vineyard is listed at a whopping 14.7% alcohol, but the nose and the palate do not comply. It is aggressively vegetal, with thin, canned pea flavors.",Phinny Hill Vineyard,35,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Tertulia 2008 Phinny Hill Vineyard Carmenère (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tertulia-2008-phinny-hill-vineyard-carmenere-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Carmenère,2008,Tertulia 13,Red,Argentina,"A dilute wine with slightly weedy, odd aromas of clove and muddled berry. Feels zesty and tangy, almost sheering, with oaky flavors on top of lean, generic red berry fruit. Woodspice is domiNAt on the finish.",,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Espiritu de Argentina 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espiritu-argentina-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Espiritu de Argentina 12.5,Red,Uruguay,"Brambly and stalky berry fruit aromas come with citrus and leafy accents. The palate is sheer and tannic, with candied, spiced, red fruit flavors. Heat and burning acidity make the finish rather rough.",Parcela Vieja,20,83,San Jose,,,Castillo Viejo 2007 Parcela Vieja Tannat (San Jose),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-viejo-2007-parcela-vieja-other-red-tannat-san-jose/,Tannat,2007,Castillo Viejo 14.2,White,US,"Pretty rustic, with sharp acidity giving a bite to honey-sweet pineapple, green apple and lime flavors. The blend is based on Chardonnay.",,13,83,California,Napa,Napa County,Rhapsody 2010 White (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rhapsody-2010-white-napa-county/,White Blend,2010,Rhapsody 13,Red,Brazil,"Hard and herbal on the nose, with cherry and a note of wet cement or chemical. Narrow and fairly choppy and tannic in the mouth, with forceful cherry, plum and buttery oak flavors. Sweetens up with time but remains tannic and hard.",Talento,26,83,Campanha,,,Salton 2006 Talento Red (Campanha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salton-2006-talento-red-campanha/,Red Blend,2006,Salton 14,Red,Spain,"An oddball blend of many grapes that offers a spicy oak cover and sweet, earthy notes from front to back. But it's hard as nails, with blazing acidity, the result of which is a clacky, rough wine. On the plus side it has interesting flavors with tobacco and citrus notes.",5 Finca Reserva,19,83,Northern Spain,Empordà,,Castillo de Perelada 2005 5 Finca Reserva Red (Empordà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-de-perelada-2005-5-finca-reserva-red-emporda/,Red Blend,2005,Castillo de Perelada 12.7,White,Argentina,"Was probably better a year or two ago; now it's losing steam and smelling and tasting oily and pithy. Aromas of almond skins denote old age, and while there's still vital acidity and leftover citrus flavors, it's fast approaching its deadline. Best to wait for the 2010, or even the 2011.",,15,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zorzal 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zorzal-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Zorzal 13,White,Argentina,"Tinny and minerally on the nose, then citric and zesty in the mouth. Flavors of lemon, lime and scallion are narrow but crisp. Tangy on the finish.",,11,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mil Piedras 2010 Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mil-piedras-2010-viognier-mendoza/,Viognier,2010,Mil Piedras 11.3,Rose,US,"Scents of sweet red fruit and smoke linger on this fairly dry rosé made from Cabernet Franc grapes. Despite the residual sugar, it's quite puckery on entry with a tart, sour cherry palate. Hints of bramble and foliage add dimension.",Rosé d'Cabernet Franc,15,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,McGregor 2010 Rosé d'Cabernet Franc Rosé (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcgregor-2010-rose-dcabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Rosé,2010,McGregor 10.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made with organically farmed grapes and fastened with the traditional string (spago) closure, this frizzante Prosecco opens with a luminous color and ripe peach and apricot aromas. The mouthfeel is rather flat and dense.",Frizzante,,83,Veneto,Prosecco,,Supèrbio NV Frizzante (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/superbio-nv-frizzante-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Supèrbio 13.5,Red,US,"A soft, common wine, sweet in raspberry jam flavors. Easy to serve at parties with tasty little appetizers.",The Slammer,10,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Big House 2009 The Slammer Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-house-2009-slammer-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2009,Big House 13.5,Red,Italy,"The wine shows many of the characteristics of the vintage; slightly overripe and plummy, not much definition and plenty of alcohol. On the palate, there is plenty of raisiny fruit is at the front of the palate, but little else and the wine is hot and a little unbalanced, and there is slight bubblegum aftertaste.",Vigna Cerretta,81,83,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ca'Romè 2003 Vigna Cerretta (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carome-2003-vigna-cerretta-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Ca'Romè 12,Red,Brazil,"This Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot blend almost has enough of the right stuff to rate higher, but in the end the wine's tart cherry fruit and sharp acidity is just too unfriendly. Like so many Brazilian wines, it's trying to be more than the country's terroir can give. So the end result is mediocre.",Reserva,20,83,Serra Gaúcha,,,Château Lacave 2002 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Serra Gaúcha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lacave-2002-reserva-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-serra-gaucha/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2002,Château Lacave 13.5,Red,US,"Not sure nature intended for 80,000 cases of Pinot Noir ever to be made but this Pinot—from Mendocino County no less, where the grapes so often shine bright—is syrupy like thick cherry jam with nothing much varietal about it.",,13,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Castle Rock 2010 Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2010-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Castle Rock 14.2,White,US,"Simple and sugary sweet, with orange and apricot jam, buttered toast and vanilla flavors. Good acidity, though.",,25,83,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Wattle Creek 2009 Chardonnay (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2009-chardonnay-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,Wattle Creek 14.5,Red,Italy,"This was a difficult wine to taste. It was seriously extracted but it did not show a lot of fruit, and showed a slightly sweaty component. On the palate it was heavy and slightly coarse, but redeemed itself with a medium finish where some fruit came through.",Lurëi,27,83,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Il Falchetto 2004 Lurëi (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-falchetto-2004-lurei-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2004,Il Falchetto 14.8,Red,US,"It's difficult to see how this wine can register alcohol almost 15%. Flavors are thin, green and tannic, with hardly a hint of fruit.",,20,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hawkins Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkins-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hawkins Cellars 14.3,White,US,"Annoyingly sweet, like chilled orange and lemon tea sweetened white sugar. There's a nice edge of acidity, and lots of people will like it. But still, it isn't really a dry table wine.",,25,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2010 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2010-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2010,Curtis 11,Sparkling,Spain,"Opens with aromas of mustard and rye seed. The palate is soft, clunky and a bit cloying, with sweet, gummy, muddled apple and candied mango flavors. Finishes confected, with a tropical leaning. Not the best style for Cava.",Selección Especial Semi Seco,10,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Marques de Monistrol NV Selección Especial Semi Seco Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-monistrol-nv-seleccion-especial-semi-seco-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Marques de Monistrol ,Red,US,"Thin and tart, with aggressively astringent tannins. There is a noticeable scent and flavor of rubber as well.",Waldheim,24,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Mansion Creek 2008 Waldheim Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mansion-creek-2008-waldheim-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Mansion Creek 13,Red,US,Here's a wine you can serve your guests at a big party and not have to worry about price. It's dry and fruity enough to work with anything calling for a robust red wine.,,7,83,California,California Other,California,Lulu B. 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lulu-b-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Lulu B. 11,Dessert,US,"Very sweet in white sugared apricot and tangerine flavors, this wine fortunately has enough crisp acidity for balance. Caters to the current liking for sweet Moscato.",,10,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Doon Buggy 2010 Moscato (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doon-buggy-2010-muscat-moscato-central-coast/,Moscato,2010,Doon Buggy 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,The Charmat method of sparkling wine sees secondary fermentation in large pressurized tanks. The process results in easy and informal wines like this Dry expression (with a tad more sweetness). The foamy bubbly delivers dried flower and easy peach characteristics.,Millesimato Dry,13,83,Veneto,Prosecco,,Cà Di Rajo 2010 Millesimato Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rajo-2010-millesimato-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2010,Cà Di Rajo 14.3,Red,US,"A pretty simple, dull Pinot Noir, with cherry, berry, cola and spice flavors. You can do a lot better at this price.",,32,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Anaba 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anaba-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Anaba 14.2,White,US,"Overtly sweet, with a white sugar edge to the peach, pineapple and golden mango flavors. More of a dessert wine than a dry table wine.",Coriol White,28,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Anaba 2009 Coriol White White (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anaba-2009-coriol-white-sonoma-valley/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Anaba 12,Rose,US,"Ebullient with ripe cherry fruit, this intensely aromatic rosé is geared towards the white Zin drinker who's looking for a step up. While soft and a tad confectionery with a sweet, candied cherry palate, there's a crisp acidity throughout that keeps it from becoming too cloying.",Pinot Noir Blanc,10,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 2009 Pinot Noir Blanc Rosé (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-2009-pinot-noir-blanc-rose-finger-lakes/,Rosé,2009,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 13.5,White,US,"Frankly sweet in orange, melon and vanilla flavors, this simple Pinot Grigio is fortunately balanced by crisp acidity.",,11,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Castle Rock 2010 Pinot Grigio (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Castle Rock 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and sweet in berries and cherries, like the fruit filling from a pie. There are some good tannins for structure, but the wine ultimately is pretty simple.",Lot 248,13,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 248 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-248-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Cameron Hughes 15.3,Red,US,"A bit of a disappointment from this famed vineyard. The wine is uneven, with sweetly candied cherry flavors alongside unripe vegetal notes.",Lot 219 Monte Rosso Vineyard,16,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 219 Monte Rosso Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-219-monte-rosso-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Cameron Hughes 14,Red,Argentina,"Roasted and heavy smelling, with bacon, buttery oak, sweaty notes and leather. In the mouth, it's rubbery and astringent, with hard tannins and baked, gritty flavors of black fruits and burnt toast. A big, brawny wine that's rough and choppy.",Dos Fincas,13,83,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Carlos Basso 2010 Dos Fincas Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2010-fincas-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-uco-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2010,Carlos Basso 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This frizzante sparkling wine offers a cool, crisp mouthfeel followed by aromas of butterscotch, yellow flower, peach and a touch of crushed pepper. It's a perfect companion to easy finger foods.",Sciaglin,,83,,Venezia Giulia,,Emilio Bulfon NV Sciaglin Sparkling (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-bulfon-nv-sciaglin-sparkling-venezia-giulia/,Sparkling Blend,,Emilio Bulfon 13,Red,Uruguay,"Begins smoky and spicy but soon the aromas fall off to rubbery, burnt and roasted. The palate shows astringency along with cooked tomato, plum and peppery spice flavors. Tannic and tight on the finish.",Reserva,,83,San Jose,,,Monte de Luz 2007 Reserva Tannat (San Jose),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-luz-2007-reserva-other-red-tannat-san-jose/,Tannat,2007,Monte de Luz 13,White,France,"While it has some attractive apple fruits, the wine misses out on the real minerality and texture of Pouilly Fuissé. It's a wine hidden behind net drapes, indistinct.",,35,83,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Pierre André 2009 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2009-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2009,Pierre André 12,Sparkling,Portugal,"Rich, rather earthy in character, with strong yeast flavor. The wine has acidity, some peach flavors and final richness.",Super Reserva Bruto,20,83,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Murganheira 2005 Super Reserva Bruto Sparkling (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murganheira-2005-super-reserva-bruto-sparkling-portuguese-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Portuguese Sparkling,2005,Murganheira 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smells exotic and unusual, and frankly not a whole lot like Cabernet Sauvignon. The palate is high in acid, so there's a citric sheer to the mouthfeel along with generic berry and spice flavors. Tartness and tannic clamp show up on the finish.",,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rio Perdido 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rio-perdido-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Rio Perdido ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,Sweet chocolate and blackberries initially give the wine a balance between sweetness and fruitiness. The problem is the intrusion of unbalanced brandy that gives the wine a final impression of being tired.,Reserve,19,83,Port,,,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo NV Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-nova-nossa-senhora-carmo-nv-reserve-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 12.5,White,Peru,"Applesauce aromas are sweet and dusty. Then in the mouth it's weighty and cloys, with candied white fruit flavors, vanilla and a sugary aftertaste. Hints of lemon and proper acidity give it some quality.",Semi-Seco Blanco,10,83,Ica,,,Tacama 2010 Semi-Seco Blanco White (Ica),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tacama-2010-semi-seco-blanco-white-ica/,White Blend,2010,Tacama 13.5,White,Peru,"Oily apple and peach aromas show no glaring faults. Round and citrusy in the mouth, with tropical melon and banana flavors offset by grapefruit zest. A bit rough and acidic. Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Viognier.",Blanco de Blancos,13,83,Ica,,,Tacama 2010 Blanco de Blancos White (Ica),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tacama-2010-blanco-blancos-white-ica/,White Blend,2010,Tacama 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"An austere wine that on the nose has little fruit although it has a slight mineral component and a touch of weediness. On the palate, the mineral becomes more intense but that may be more due to the absence of fruit. Slightly hollow in the mid palate, but the finish is surprisinly long.",,15,83,Italy Other,Italy,,Tosti NV Prosecco (Italy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tosti-nv-sparkling-prosecco-other/,Prosecco,,Tosti 13,Red,US,"This is a soft, simple Zinfandel. It's sweet in sugared raspberry tea and red currant flavors, sprinkled with nutmeg and cinnamon.",,9,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Small Wonders 2010 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/small-wonders-2010-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2010,Small Wonders 13.5,Red,Chile,"Smells like a jumble of latex, vanilla, dried cheese, olive, plum and berry. Feels hard and grabby, with herbal black fruit flavors and a dash of forced, faux oak. Finishes sweet and green, with herbal overtones.",Selected Terroir,10,83,Peumo,,,Santa Ema 2010 Selected Terroir Merlot (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2010-selected-terroir-merlot-peumo/,Merlot,2010,Santa Ema 14.2,White,US,"Based in Temecula, Lorenzi is trying its hand with Napa Valley Chardonnay here and not with the best results. The wine has a dark golden color and plenty of vanilla, pear and pineapple but on the finish the citrus is so sour it's tough to recommend.",Reserve,35,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lorenzi Estate 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorenzi-estate-2009-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Lorenzi Estate 12,Sparkling,France,"Very apply sparkling wine, with soft acidity. It is light in texture, some sweetness adding a soft edge. There is an attractive final orange zest flavor.",J. Blanc de Blancs Brut,17,83,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Jaffelin NV J. Blanc de Blancs Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-nv-j-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-cremant-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,,Jaffelin ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A wine that has unbalanced acidity. Although the perfumes are attractive, there is a stalky and dry character.",Reserve Ruby,,83,Port,,,Kopke NV Reserve Ruby (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopke-nv-reserve-ruby-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Kopke 13.5,White,US,"Nice acidity and minerality on this Chard, as you'd expect from this cool-climate Monterey region, and the pineapple and orange flavors are ripe and pure. The big problem is excessive sweetness. It's cloying, almost a dessert wine.",Dijon Clone,25,83,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Scott Family 2010 Dijon Clone Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-family-2010-dijon-clone-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2010,Scott Family 14,Red,Spain,"Wide aromas suggest earth and compost, rubber, strawberry and green. It's got the size and hits hard, but the flavors are a bit too leafy and green. Toasty and oaky on the finish.",,32,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sancho Barón 2008 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sancho-baron-2008-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Sancho Barón 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Soft black raspberry and cherry notes struggle for expression on the nose. Light and easy in the mouth, the wine is balanced but lacking a bit of heft and structure.",,10,83,Western Cape,,,Stellar Organics 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stellar-organics-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Stellar Organics ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dry and structured, with tannins and stalky fruit. There is a strong, bitter cocoa character and layered acidity. This acidity is just on the right side of unbalanced.",Reserva Ruby,,83,Port,,,Quinta Seara d'Ordens NV Reserva Ruby (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-seara-dordens-nv-reserva-ruby-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta Seara d'Ordens 13.5,White,US,"Sweet and soft, which gives this Viognier a candied lemondrop, pineapple and butterscotch taste. Needs to be drier and better structured.",,11,83,California,California Other,California,McManis 2010 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2010-viognier-other/,Viognier,2010,McManis 11.5,White,US,"This is a sweet, softly simple wine whose apricot, citrus and peach flavors will satisfy those looking for a decent everyday white wine.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,McManis 2010 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2010,McManis 14,Red,Italy,"One of the weakest wines in our group of 2003 Barolos from a producer whose wines are usually a lot better. It began with aromas of strawberry and dried cranberry. Quite thin on the palate, it showed some low level fruit, a good deal of acid, and a long but slightly sour finish.",,47,83,Piedmont,Barolo,,Tenimenti Ca' Bianca 2003 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-ca-bianca-2003-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Tenimenti Ca' Bianca 14.3,White,Argentina,"Pithy green fruit aromas are short but within normal parameters for the variety. Feels a bit heavy, with a baNAa influence. Flavors of soft citrus and melon are middling, while the finish is weighty.",Premium,16,83,Other,Cafayate,,Piattelli 2010 Premium Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piattelli-2010-premium-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2010,Piattelli 14.5,White,US,"So oaky, it tastes like toothpicks, with sweet vanilla, caramel and buttered toast notes. Hard to get past all that.",Mill Station Road,40,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Peter Paul Wines 2009 Mill Station Road Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-paul-wines-2009-mill-station-road-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Peter Paul Wines 14.3,White,US,"Made with superripe fruit and scads of oak, this Chardonnay tastes like pineapple jam squeezed onto buttered popcorn. Somebody will like it, and it's okay in its own way, but it exemplifies the worst of the New World, oaky style.",River Road Ranch,30,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Trione 2008 River Road Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trione-2008-river-road-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Trione 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Brambly smelling, with tomato, green herb and rhubarb aromas. Nervy and tight in the mouth, with minty, spicy flavors that keep any fruit character in the distance. Scratchy and tannic as well.",Zaphy,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2010 Zaphy Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2010-zaphy-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Trapiche 14.7,White,US,"This is a simple Chardonnay, ripe and jammy in pineapples, with strong oak notes of buttered toast and caramel.",Laguna Ranch Vineyard,15,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Laguna 2009 Laguna Ranch Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laguna-2009-ranch-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Laguna 13.9,White,US,"Sweet, ripe pineapple jam, honey, vanilla and buttered toast and popcorn flavors characterize this simple Chardonnay. Production was 32,000 cases.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacMurray Ranch 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,MacMurray Ranch 13,Red,US,"While sweet on the nose with hints of black cherry cola and vanilla, Lucas' Limited Reserve is a bit lean and tart on the palate with strident sour cherry fruit flavors accented by ripe wood and foliage notes.",Limited Reserve,20,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lucas Vineyards 2009 Limited Reserve Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-2009-limited-reserve-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Lucas Vineyards 13.5,White,US,"Tons of melon, orange, apricot and pineapple flavors in this honey-sweet, creamy wine. It's not very complicated, but the acidity is fine.",446,13,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Noble Vines 2010 446 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noble-vines-2010-446-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2010,Noble Vines 13,Red,Italy,"A pleasant wine to drink, and a decent value. On the nose, it shows sweet, slightly roasted fruit, a touch of earth, but on the palate, although it begins well, the flavors disappears half way in, so there is little at the end and a thin finish.",Le Orme,13,84,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Michele Chiarlo 2005 Le Orme (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2005-le-orme-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2005,Michele Chiarlo 13.5,Red,Uruguay,"Earthy aromas fold in cherry and spiced plum. It's typically hard on the palate but the smack and tannic bite are tolerable and set up deep berry, earth and chocolaty spice flavors. Like all Uruguay Tannats, it has its mouthfeel issues but offers decent overall quality.",Don Pascual Roble,20,84,Juanico,,,Familia Deicas 2007 Don Pascual Roble Tannat (Juanico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-deicas-2007-don-pascual-roble-other-red-tannat-juanico/,Tannat,2007,Familia Deicas 14,Red,Italy,"Nothing really wrong with the wine, but as it came from a producer I have come to expect much of, I found this a little disappointing. The fruit was a little bright and acidic, the palate showed a touch of hollowness and the finish was quite short.",Vigna Del Gris,104,84,Piedmont,Barolo,,Conterno Fantino 2003 Vigna Del Gris (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conterno-fantino-2003-vigna-gris-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Conterno Fantino 14.2,White,US,"Your basic California Chardonnay, showing ripe tropical fruit, honey and oak flavors, brightened with acidity. Pretty simple, but not bad for the price.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Courtney Benham 2010 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Courtney Benham ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Easy and sweet wine, with tannins and strawberry jam flavors. The wine has a toffee and caramel character that is full and ripe.",Reserve Ruby Lagrima Tinto,,84,Port,,,Casal dos Jordões NV Reserve Ruby Lagrima Tinto (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casal-jordoes-nv-reserve-ruby-lagrima-tinto-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Casal dos Jordões 14,Red,Spain,"Hard and tough to penetrate on the nose. The palate is crisp and a bit raw in feel, with narrow, dry plum and berry flavors. Finishes with buttery tasting oak and a crisp, acidic fade-away.",Crianza,18,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Darien 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darien-2007-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Darien 12.5,Sparkling,Brazil,"Soda-like on the nose, with bready, toasty accents. It's rough and foamy on the palate, with cider and dry citrus flavors. Lasting on the finish, but still it's pithy and grapefruity.",Brut,25,84,Pinto Bandeira,,,Cave Geisse 2009 Brut Sparkling (Pinto Bandeira),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-geisse-2009-brut-sparkling-pinto-bandeira/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Cave Geisse 12.5,White,France,"Crisp wine, with some slight creaminess, green apple flavors and a herbal edge. The wine is light and fresh.",,18,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne Aligoté,,Cave de Genouilly 2010 Bourgogne Aligoté,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-genouilly-2010-other-white-aligote-bourgogne-aligote/,Aligoté,2010,Cave de Genouilly 15.3,Red,US,"This is a high alcohol, hot, spicy wine. With Porty, sweet flavors of raisins and blackberry jam, it's a natural for barbecue.",Dead Nuts,22,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Chronic Cellars 2009 Dead Nuts Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chronic-cellars-2009-dead-nuts-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,Chronic Cellars 13.5,White,US,"A standard Chardonnay, dry and nicely acidic, with citrus, pear, vanilla, lees and oak flavors.",,14,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Adler Fels 2010 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adler-fels-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Adler Fels 14.7,Red,US,"A little unripe, with vegetal notes accompanying the riper black cherry fruit. Feels somewhat harsh in green tannins, too. Otherwise, a decent everyday Cabernet.",Lot 257,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 257 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-257-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Cameron Hughes 14.5,White,US,Sweet and simple in oak-dominated tropical fruit and pear flavors. Will satisfy Chardophiles who like this forward style.,Lot 216,13,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 216 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-216-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Cameron Hughes 14.6,White,US,"A blend of Grenache Blanc, Viognier and Sauvignon Blanc, this white wine has sugary orange and apricot flavors. Brisk acidity fortunately provides some balance, but It's almost as sweet as a dessert wine.",The River,22,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Barton 2010 The River White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-2010-river-white-central-coast/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Barton 14.2,Red,US,"A Rhône blend, based on Mourvèdre and Syrah, that's sweet and direct in jammy berry and spice flavors. It's also pretty sweet in toasted oak. Drink now.",Coriol,28,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Anaba 2009 Coriol Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anaba-2009-coriol-red-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Anaba 13.5,Red,US,"Dry, sharp in acidity and rather green, a tough Merlot to love despite some decent cherry and spice flavors.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Arroba 2008 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arroba-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Arroba 13.5,White,Chile,"Opens with can't-miss aromas of asparagus, canned beans and other coastal overtones that scream “cold climate.” Feels full and chunky, with a modest spine and vegetal flavors of asparagus, bell pepper and green banana. Grassy and green on the finish.",Indo,11,83,San Antonio,,,Anakena 2011 Indo Sauvignon Blanc (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakena-2011-indo-sauvignon-blanc-san-antonio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Anakena 14.4,Red,US,"Frankly sweet and sugary, with raspberry and cherry jam flavors sprinkled with cinnamon and pepper. An easy, everyday Zin, at a fair price.",OVC Old Vine Cuvee,12,83,California,California Other,California,Four Vines 2009 OVC Old Vine Cuvee Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-vines-2009-ovc-old-vine-cuvee-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2009,Four Vines 13.8,White,US,"Dominated by oak and put through malolactic fermentation, this Chardonnay has buttered toast, buttered popcorn, butterscotch and caramel flavors that swamp the underlying pineapples and green apples.",North Bridge,30,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hop Kiln 2010 North Bridge Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hop-kiln-2010-north-bridge-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Hop Kiln 14,Red,Italy,"A pretty nose of dark fruit laced with licorice, but the wine fell away on the palate and the finish was too short to suggest that there will be much improvement.",Nirane,20,83,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Giacomo Ascheri 2006 Nirane (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-ascheri-2006-nirane-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2006,Giacomo Ascheri 13.5,Rose,Spain,"A full-out charge of vanilla aromas is strange for a rosé, but that's what you get along with cherry candy notes. The palate is full and chunky, with stalky berry fruit flavors. Acidity is the wine's saving grace; it keeps things moving.",Garnacha Cabernet,8,83,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Coto de Hayas 2010 Garnacha Cabernet Rosé (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-2010-garnacha-cabernet-rose-campo-borja/,Rosé,2010,Coto de Hayas 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Large, steady bubbling and a simple, clean bouquet are what characterize this no-fuss sparkling wine. Pair it with tomato and basil bruschetta or green olive pâté.",Pradio Passaparola Brut,15,83,Veneto,Prosecco,,Cielo e Terra NV Pradio Passaparola Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cielo-e-terra-nv-pradio-passaparola-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Cielo e Terra 14.5,Red,Spain,"Prickly aromas of vinegar, pickled rhubarb and bramble don't exactly roll out the red carpet. The palate has a decent feel, but it's thick and borderline cloying. Tastes both green and sweet, with creamy vanilla and carob flavors. Burnt tasting on the finish.",,18,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Dehesa de Luna 2008 Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dehesa-luna-2008-red-vino-tierra-castilla/,Red Blend,2008,Dehesa de Luna 11,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a touch of caramel or butterscotch at the open of the bouquet that gives this wine a thicker, fatter feel in the mouth. It ends with a savory note of chopped mint or dried oregano as well.",Brut,,83,Veneto,Prosecco,,Cantina San Martino NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-san-martino-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Cantina San Martino 12.1,White,US,"Is this a dessert wine or a table wine? It straddles the line. Let's call it off dry, with slightly sugared tangerine, apricot, vanilla bean and spice flavors that finish clean and zesty.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2010 Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2010-riesling-other/,Riesling,2010,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 14,Red,Chile,"Earth, pepper and prickly spice comprise the aromas on this Central Valley Pinot. Feels resiny and warm, with sweet flavors of black cherry, cream and oak. Spicy, chunky and drying on the finish. Good for the price.",Puerto Viejo Reserve,10,84,Curicó Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2010 Puerto Viejo Reserve Pinot Noir (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2010-puerto-viejo-reserve-pinot-noir-curico-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Viña Requingua 13,White,US,The main thing to know about this Riesling is that It's quite sweet in oranges and pineapples. The all-important acidity is a little too soft for balance.,,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,SeaGlass 2010 Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seaglass-2010-riesling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Riesling,2010,SeaGlass 13,White,Chile,"Largely neutral from front to back, with citrus and apple on the nose. Easygoing and basic in the mouth, with green melon and apple flavors in front of an inoffensive, slightly bitter and pithy finish.",,9,84,Central Valley,,,San Elias 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-elias-2011-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,San Elias 14.1,Red,US,"Greenwood suggests cellaring this wine for four years but in the meantime it's more baked bread than earthy, red fruit and pretty high in acidity.",,30,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Greenwood Ridge 2009 Pinot Noir (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-2009-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2009,Greenwood Ridge 14,Red,France,"Reasonably priced, this medium-bodied blend of 60% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 10% Carignan offers a combination of dark plums and cured meats, finishing tart and dusty. Give it another few months to settle down, then drink through 2012.",,10,84,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Vignobles La Coterie 2010 Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-coterie-2010-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Vignobles La Coterie 13,Red,France,"Forward aromas of red cherry and strawberry waft from the glass immediately, followed by a secondary accent of menthol. Light tannins frame the mouth to provide an easy structure. Drink now.",Mas Fenouillet,10,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Vignobles Jeanjean 2008 Mas Fenouillet Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-jeanjean-2008-mas-fenouillet-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Vignobles Jeanjean 14.5,Red,US,"A thick, juicy wine marked by waves of ripe fruity flavor. Washes over the palate with masses of black cherries, raspberries, cola, plums, cocoa and spices. Drink this easy wine with burgers, ham, chorizo.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Tamayo 2008 Red (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamayo-2008-red-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Red Blend,2008,Tamayo 13.5,Red,Peru,"Heavy on the bouquet, with baked, rustic black fruit aromas that turn cheesy and leathery with airing. Chunky but layered in the mouth, with thick, ripe black cherry and blackberry flavors. Sweet, lightly herbal and heavy on the finish.",Quantum,20,84,Ica,,,Tacama 2008 Quantum Petit Verdot (Ica),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tacama-2008-quantum-petit-verdot-ica/,Petit Verdot,2008,Tacama 11.5,Sparkling,Portugal,"Very yeasty wine, with almonds and apple skin flavors. It has a bitter edge to it, although the final acidity does make it refreshing.",Reserva Bruto,12,84,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Raposeira NV Reserva Bruto Sparkling (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raposeira-nv-reserva-bruto-sparkling-portuguese-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Portuguese Sparkling,,Raposeira 14,Red,South Africa,"Straightforward and easygoing with soft notes of red plum and jerky. A green streak permeates the nose and mouth, but overall it's a light and approachable wine to enjoy now.",,15,84,Western Cape,,,Guardian Peak 2009 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-peak-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2009,Guardian Peak 13.5,Red,Italy,"A promising nose of blueberries, vanilla and spices. On the palate it was less exciting; the fruit was muted, and there was not much else showing. The finish proved surprisingly long, and as the wine lay in the glass, it did show signs of improvement.",Rosa del Marchese,19,84,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Gruppo Casaleone 2001 Rosa del Marchese (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gruppo-casaleone-2001-rosa-marchese-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2001,Gruppo Casaleone 14.6,Red,US,"Tastes sugary sweet in blackberry and cherry jam flavors, sprinkled with cocoa and cinnamon and wrapped into sturdy tannins. This rustic wine is based on the old California variety, Carignan.",Soulmate,34,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Grey Wolf Cellars 2009 Soulmate Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grey-wolf-cellars-2009-soulmate-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Grey Wolf Cellars 12.8,White,US,"They made this wine a little on the sweet side. The residual sugar officially is 1.8%, meaning it's easily perceptible. The sweetness is partially balanced by acidity, but it still finishes like sugared pineapple and peach juice.",,11,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2010 Chenin Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2010-chenin-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Husch 14.6,White,US,"A simple wine, with sugary pineapple jam and buttered popcorn flavors, overwhelmed by sweet oak.",Fermata,35,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2009 Fermata Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2009-fermata-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2009,Wrath ,Rose,France,"This medium-bodied blend of Cinsaut, Mourvèdre, Syrah and Grenache features bright raspberry and lime notes alongside a touch of apple. Very crisp; on the lean side for a Costières de Nîmes rosé.",Rhône Paradox,,84,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Mas Neuf 2010 Rhône Paradox Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mas-neuf-2010-rhone-paradox-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2010,Château Mas Neuf 14.1,Red,US,"Dry and harsh, with sour cherry candy flavors. The acidity is disruptive, the tannins hard and not likely to age out. Let it breathe to soften and mellow.",,35,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bouchaine 12.5,Red,Spain,"Rubber and mildly roasted berry and plum aromas come with a hint of latex and bramble. The palate is regular in feel, with dilute, lightly grassy flavors of plum and cherry. Finishes light and fresh, with a touch of strawberry.",La Radela,8,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas la Aldea 2009 La Radela (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-aldea-2009-radela-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas la Aldea 13.5,White,France,"The 20% Viognier doesn't seem to make much of impression, as the wine lacks that variety's often flamboyant aromatics. Instead, it delivers modest lime and grapefruit flavors, medium body and a crisp, abbreviated finish.",,18,84,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de la Tuilerie 2009 Viognier-Grenache Blanc (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tuilerie-2009-white-blend-viognier-grenache-blanc-costieres-nimes/,Viognier-Grenache Blanc,2009,Château de la Tuilerie 13.8,White,US,"A strongly flavored Chardonnay, forward in tangerine, apricot, raisin and golden mango flavors. Shows plenty of oak and Central Coast acidity.",Lot 273,13,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 273 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-273-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2009,Cameron Hughes 16.2,Red,US,"This blend is based on Zinfandel. It's the kind of wine California produces so easily. Dry and smooth, if rather hot in alcohol, the flavors suggest wild raspberries and cherries, with a spicy, oaky coating.",Lot 244 Field Blend,12,84,California,California Other,California,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 244 Field Blend Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-244-field-blend-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Cameron Hughes 13,White,France,"This blend of 80% Clairette and 20% Bourboulenc seems to be fading a little, losing its freshness in favor of greater palate breadth. The flavors are largely neutral, but hint at oranges. Drink up.",In Fine,12,84,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Bourgeois Family 2009 In Fine White (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bourgeois-family-2009-in-fine-white-ventoux/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Bourgeois Family 13.5,Red,France,"A relatively light-bodied blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah, the 2008 Les Traverses displays a touch of gaminess alongside notes of plum and earth that fade quickly on the finish. Drink up.",Les Traverses,13,84,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2008 Les Traverses Red (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2008-traverses-red-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Paul Jaboulet Aîné ,Red,US,"Too soft and sugary sweet, with raspberry and cherry jelly flavors, sprinkled with cinnamon, pepper and cocoa. Gets tiresome after a sip or two.",Van Ness Vineyard,32,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Palmeri 2006 Van Ness Vineyard Syrah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmeri-2006-van-ness-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Syrah,2006,Palmeri 14,Red,US,"Too much oak and too much acidity on this unbalanced young Cabernet. It feels angular and weirdly sweet, with Lifesaver candy blackberry and cherry fruit flavors. Give it a good long decant.",J.D. Hurley,30,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martin Ranch 2007 J.D. Hurley Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2007-jd-hurley-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Martin Ranch 13,White,France,"Medium gold color. Pronounced aromas of candied citrus and stone fruit. Only moderate flavor intensity across the palate with dominant citrus notes and hints of pear and peach. Simple, and slightly one-dimensional with a warm, shortish finish.",,13,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Peter Weber 2007 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-weber-2007-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Peter Weber 14.5,Red,US,"Dark and soft, this is a simple Pinot Noir. It has candied flavors of raspberries, cherries and chocolate mint, and is a little overripe. Drink now.",,34,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Peter Paul Wines 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-paul-wines-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Peter Paul Wines 13.5,White,US,"An odd wine, as sweet as pear and peach fruit juice, yet with a strong dose of acidic, green gooseberry. The right salty-sweet foods will balance it.",Persephone Vineyard Estate,22,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2010 Persephone Vineyard Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2010-persephone-vineyard-estate-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Peju 10,White,US,"You have to classify this as a dessert wine, because it's quite sweet in orange and apricot jam, vanilla and buttercream flavors. Crisp acidity fortunately makes for a clean finish.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Motos Liberty 2009 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/motos-liberty-2009-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2009,Motos Liberty 13.9,Red,US,"With grilled black and red fruit, sugared black coffee and raisin pie flavors, this Petite Sirah is a little sweet, and also very tannic. It might age out, but right now it's kind of rustic.",,30,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pennywise 2005 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennywise-2005-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2005,Pennywise 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Pitars' Extra Dry Prosecco is a thin and simple wine with characteristic aromas of stone fruit, citrus, honey and hay. There's a succulent sweet spot on the tight finish.",Extra Dry,18,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Pitars NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pitars-nv-extra-dry-prosecco-137227/,Glera,,Pitars 13.6,Red,US,"Still hard in tannins at the age of five-plus years, and despite some polished blackberry flavors, there is also an overripe, pruny one. Unlikely to improve in the bottle.",Blackjack Pasture,50,84,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Galante 2006 Blackjack Pasture Cabernet Sauvignon (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galante-2006-blackjack-pasture-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Galante 9.5,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a light, slightly sweet white wine that offers floral aromas backed by stone fruit and citrus. Packaged in a squat, round bottle, it delivers no-fuss drinking and good cheer.",Giallo,20,84,,Trentino,,Gaierhof 2010 Giallo Moscato Giallo (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaierhof-2010-giallo-italian-white-moscato-giallo-trentino/,Moscato Giallo,2010,Gaierhof 14.2,White,Argentina,"Fleshy white fruit and vanilla aromas set up a fresh-feeling, sort of plump palate with spice, melon and sweet vanilla flavors. Round, soft and pleasant on the finish, with a mild pithy aftertaste.",Altas Cumbres,11,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2010 Altas Cumbres Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2010-altas-cumbres-viognier-mendoza/,Viognier,2010,Lagarde 14,Red,South Africa,A short finish closes out this easy Shiraz that offers attractive but simple notes of red plum and berries. Faint nuances of licorice and black pepper can be found upon deep nosing.,,11,84,Coastal Region,,,La Capra Presented by Fairview 2009 Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capra-presented-by-fairview-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,2009,La Capra Presented by Fairview 13.5,Rose,Spain,"This new consumer-friendly brand sports a Garnacha-based rosado and a red blend. The rosé is a bit sweet and mass-market in style, but it has nice color, mouthfeel and integrity. With detectable residual sugar, it's probably better if you have previously enjoyed blush wines. Imported by Cellar Door.",Old Vine Garnacha,13,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Red Guitar 2006 Old Vine Garnacha Rosé (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-guitar-2006-old-vine-garnacha-rose-navarra/,Rosé,2006,Red Guitar 13.9,Red,US,"This young Cabernet feels thin and earthy, with little to offer in the way of fruit. Aged in American oak, roughly one third new, it is tart and unyielding.",,26,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Raised By Wolves 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raised-by-wolves-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Raised By Wolves 12.5,Red,France,"Raspberry fruits an edge of soft tannins go with a more jammy character. The wine, while light in texture, does have good intense acidity. It's an attractive wine to drink now.",Les Chapitres de Jaffelin,20,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Jaffelin 2009 Les Chapitres de Jaffelin (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2009-chapitres-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2009,Jaffelin 13,Red,Uruguay,"Earthy and plodding at first, with spiced raisin and mulled berry aromas. The palate is fairly hard, tannic and edgy, while flavors of spiced and roasted berry fruits are fresh. Tannic, drawing and always a bit sharp and hard.",Reserva Tannat - Cabernet Sauvignon,,84,San Jose,,,Monte de Luz 2007 Reserva Tannat - Cabernet Sauvignon Tannat-Cabernet (San Jose),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-luz-2007-reserva-tannat-cabernet-sauvignon-red-blend-tannat-cabernet-san-jose/,Tannat-Cabernet,2007,Monte de Luz 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Sweet on the nose, but compromised by a persistent aromatic blast of nail polish. The palate is both creamy and tannic, with little middle ground before forceful, choppy red fruit flavors take over. Oaky and pasty tasting on the finish.",Reserva,15,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tamarí 2010 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamari-2010-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Tamarí 11,Sparkling,Italy,This Extra Dry Prosecco from the Treviso area of northern Italy delivers a dense bouquet of ripe apricot and chopped mint aromas. It also offers a thicker body with a pungent hint of ground clove on the finish.,Arancio Extra Dry,17,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini NV Arancio Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cescon-italo-storia-e-vini-nv-arancio-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco/,Prosecco,,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 14.5,Red,US,"Sharp, jammy in raspberry and pink bubblegum flavors and rather gassy, like a young Beaujolais. An easy, country-style wine that will pair especially well with salted meats, like sausages.",,15,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Courtney Benham 2009 Petite Sirah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2009-petite-sirah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,Courtney Benham 11,Sparkling,Italy,Spago refers to the cloth string that acts as a capsule to tie down the cork. Traditional Prosecco was always closed with the spago and this expression follows suit with characteristic aromas of lime and honeydew melon.,Frizzante Spago,,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Cantina Progettidivini NV Frizzante Spago (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-progettidivini-nv-frizzante-spago-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Cantina Progettidivini 14.5,Red,US,"McFadden's '07 Pinot may not be aging gracefully in this case. It's got an earthy edge to it still but not much fruit, the organically grown grapes a touch acidic and bitter.",,19,84,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,McFadden 2007 Pinot Noir (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcfadden-2007-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,McFadden 13.5,Red,US,"It is entirely possible that this wine was simply released way too soon and thus tasted too early, but as is tannic and thin, a showcase for warm-weather Grenache without the variety's classic fruitiness and balance.",Jeriko Vineyards,33,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Jeriko 2010 Jeriko Vineyards Grenache (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeriko-2010-vineyards-grenache-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Grenache,2010,Jeriko 12.5,White,France,"From young vines, this is a very tangy, citrus-driven wine, full of lemon zest with a strong herb and barnyard character. Acidity is intense. Screwcap.",Petit Villebois,11,84,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Val de Loire,,Villebois 2010 Petit Villebois Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays du Val de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villebois-2010-petit-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-val/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Villebois 13.5,Rose,France,"This pale pink rosé is fresh, direct and clean, hinting at strawberries and limes, with a burst of acidity on the finish.",Pomelo,,84,Rhône Valley,Ventoux,,Vignobles La Coterie 2010 Pomelo Rosé (Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-coterie-2010-pomelo-rose-ventoux/,Rosé,2010,Vignobles La Coterie 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"The nose is pleasant, packed with peaches and a touch of cinnamon. On the palate the wine is quite intense but the finish given this intensity, is a little shorter than I would have expected.",Torlasco,16,84,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Tosti NV Torlasco (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tosti-nv-torlasco-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,,Tosti ,White,US,"Way too sweet and oaky. Tastes like a dessert wine, with vanilla custard, buttered toast, pineapple jam, cinnamon and brown sugar flavors.",Wente Clone,32,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Anaba 2009 Wente Clone Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anaba-2009-wente-clone-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Anaba 14.3,Red,US,"Too sweet, with sugary vanilla, raspberry jam, honey-butter toast and cinnamon flavors. Certainly is ripe, but needs to be drier.",Gap's Crown Vineyard,45,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Anaba 2009 Gap's Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anaba-2009-gaps-crown-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Anaba 13,White,France,"Attractive rich Chardonnay, balancing creamy fruit flavors against acidity. It does have some freshness, the acidity giving an apple edge to the softness. For drinking now.",Les Chapitres de Jaffelin,20,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Jaffelin 2009 Les Chapitres de Jaffelin (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-2009-chapitres-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2009,Jaffelin 14.1,White,US,"Feels great as soon as you sip, with an attack of acid-inspired oranges and guavas. Then the white sugar sweetness kicks in, diminishing this Viognier, Roussanne and Grenache Blanc blend.",Cuvée Blanc,34,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Intelligent Design 2009 Cuvée Blanc White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/intelligent-design-2009-cuvee-blanc-white-central-coast-142744/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Intelligent Design 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A new brand from the amazing world of Prosecco, this simple, crisp wine delivers a compact mouthfeel and bright aromas of white flower, citrus and stone fruit.",Extra Dry Premium,16,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Inalto 2010 Extra Dry Premium (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inalto-2010-extra-dry-premium-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2010,Inalto 9.5,Dessert,Italy,"Here's a rosé version of a sweet sparkling Moscato that opens with a pale pink color and pretty aromas of sweet honey and berry candy. Soft, easy sweetness brings it together in the mouth.",Stella Rosa Imperiale Rosè,,84,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Il Conte d'Alba NV Stella Rosa Imperiale Rosè Moscato (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-conte-dalba-nv-stella-rosa-imperiale-rose-muscat-moscato-piedmont/,Moscato,,Il Conte d'Alba 13,White,US,"For this everyday price, you get a sound Chardonnay, rich in fruit, cinnamon spice and buttercream flavors. A little sweet and simple, but a good value for what you pay.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Lulu B. 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lulu-b-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Lulu B. 12.5,White,France,"Light, rather indistinct wine. It has some green apple fruit, green pepper and bitter almonds. The style is clean, attenuated, although simple and balanced at the end.",St Amand,13,84,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Labouré-Roi 2010 St Amand (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-2010-st-amand-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2010,Labouré-Roi 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Brambly berry and jammy black plum mingle with notes of violet and fudge. With soft tannins and a chocolaty mouth, this is an easy drinker that's a good value.",,10,84,Western Cape,,,Two Oceans 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-oceans-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Two Oceans 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A Port for mixing, combining sweet crushed strawberry flavors with a bitter edge of acidity. Drink in a cocktail or chilled.",Terras do Grifo Rosé,20,84,Port,,,Rozes NV Terras do Grifo Rosé (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rozes-nv-terras-grifo-rose-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Rozes 13.5,Red,Spain,"Despite an opening that features some vinegary sharpness and mulch, there's also decent berry fruit notes and milk chocolate sweetness to the nose. Feels about as you'd expect, which means it's zesty and lean, with cherry, plum and herbal flavors. Juicy and minty on the finish.",Mediterranean Red,6,84,Catalonia,Catalunya,,René Barbier NV Mediterranean Red Tempranillo-Merlot (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-barbier-nv-mediterranean-red-red-catalunya-129568/,Tempranillo-Merlot,,René Barbier ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Smoke and chocolate flavors are overlain by toast flavors that make this as much table wine as Port. It is dry and firm, the fruit a much lesser component than the other flavors.",Clã Porto Special Reserva,25,84,Port,,,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo NV Clã Porto Special Reserva (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-nova-nossa-senhora-carmo-nv-cla-porto-special-reserva-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 13.1,Rose,US,"Heavy and sugary sweet, with flavors like melted raspberry and strawberry jam, with the alcohol of wine. Almost like a dessert wine.",,30,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Villa Andretti 2010 Rosé (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-andretti-2010-rose-sonoma-valley/,Rosé,2010,Villa Andretti 13,Red,France,"Wild game and herbal accents spice up the bright small red berry, cherry and currant fruit aromas on this wine. Easygoing with a soft mouth and a clean finish. Drink now.",Domaine de Fenouillet,10,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Faugères,,Vignobles Jeanjean 2008 Domaine de Fenouillet Red (Faugères),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-jeanjean-2008-domaine-fenouillet-red-faugeres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Vignobles Jeanjean 14.9,Red,US,"Blended with 18% Zinfandel, this is a toughly acidic, tannic wine, rather rustic in its way. Strong acidity perks up cherry and berry flavors that are hot on the finish, giving the wine a sweet and sour fruit sauce taste.",Home Ranch,28,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Trione 2009 Home Ranch Primitivo (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trione-2009-home-ranch-zinfandel-primitivo-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Primitivo,2009,Trione 13.9,Red,US,"A country-style red wine, made from indeterminate varieties. It's tough and stringy in the mouth, with earthy berry and tobacco flavors.",Lucca,13,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham NV Lucca Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-nv-lucca-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,,Courtney Benham 14.4,White,US,"Good acidity and a firm minerality provide the backbone to this citrus and tropical fruit-flavored wine. But it's too sweet, turning cloying after the first sip.",Back Seat Blonde,17,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Coquelicot 2009 Back Seat Blonde White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquelicot-2009-back-seat-blonde-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,White Blend,2009,Coquelicot 13.5,Red,Spain,"Sharp and briney on the nose, with a lot of wood. Feels tannic, hard and grating, with herbal berry and licorice flavors. Dries out fast on the finish, with a woody, resiny aftertaste. A miserly wine from a difficult vintage.",Crianza,14,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Condado de Oriza 2008 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condado-oriza-2008-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Condado de Oriza 13.5,Red,Spain,"Charred and rubbery smelling, with superficial oak sitting on top of the bouquet. Feels rough and tannic on the palate, with herbal, leafy, peppery core flavors and a whack of lemony oak. Comes around with airing but reflects the poor quality of the 2008 vintage.",Celeste Crianza,28,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Torres 2008 Celeste Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2008-celeste-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Torres 15.5,Red,US,"High alcohol makes this wine taste and feel hot. It's also as sugary sweet as jam. Incredibly fruity in blackberries, cherries and raspberries, sprinkled with baking spices, it can best be described as rustic.",St. Peter's Church Vineyard,40,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rock Wall 2009 St. Peter's Church Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2009-st-peters-church-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Rock Wall 13.5,Red,US,"A bold dose of Cabernet Franc adds layers of dried herbs and a slightly dusty wood note to this Long Island Merlot. There's a hint of green that trails from start to finish, but plenty of bright red fruit balanced with refreshingly high acidity.",Vintner's Select,35,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Clovis Point 2006 Vintner's Select Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clovis-point-2006-vintners-select-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,2006,Clovis Point 14.6,Red,US,"A disappointment from this well-known vineyard that's been source to many great Pinots. This wine is so sharp, it's almost like raspberry vinaigrette.",Windsor Oaks Vineyard,38,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Simple Math Cellars 2010 Windsor Oaks Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simple-math-cellars-2010-windsor-oaks-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Simple Math Cellars 13.4,Red,US,"Way too acidic, with a sharp cut slicing right through the middle of the cherry and sandalwood flavors. Everything else is pretty good, except for that tartness.",Trentotto File White Hawk Vineyard,28,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Silver 2008 Trentotto File White Hawk Vineyard Syrah-Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-2008-trentotto-file-white-hawk-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah-Viognier,2008,Silver 12.5,White,Spain,"Neutral and subdued on the nose, and probably a bit past its sell-by date. The palate is wet and innocuous, with dry papaya and apricot flavors. Finishes with a tropical leaning.",Antaño,6,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,J. Garcia Carrion 2009 Antaño Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-garcia-carrion-2009-antano-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2009,J. Garcia Carrion 14.2,White,US,"A heavy wine, weighed down by oak and lees, and tasting rather sour. The flavors veer toward tart green apples and limes. Ambitious, but lacks vibrancy and sustaining interest.",Block 882,25,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Horse & Plow 2010 Block 882 Pinot Gris (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2010-block-882-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Gris,2010,Horse & Plow 12.5,White,US,"Except for excessive sweetness, this is a nice Sauvignon Blanc, at a good price. It's crisp and ripe in citrus, peach, green apple and vanilla flavors. But the sugariness is a distraction.",,10,84,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,H & G 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-g-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-knights-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,H & G 14.7,Red,US,"Frankly sweet, with cherry, berry, cola, smoked meat and oak flavors, this country-style Syrah contains a little Carignan, Petite Sirah and Grenache.",Predator,28,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Grey Wolf Cellars 2010 Predator Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grey-wolf-cellars-2010-predator-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2010,Grey Wolf Cellars 14.6,White,US,"An earthy, herbal wine, showing only a modicum of orange and peach fruit, accented by sweet, buttery oak. Not much going on, from this winery with a sound but lackluster record with Chardonnay.",,30,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Hendry 13.5,Red,Chile,"Simultaneously green and sweet on the nose, with murky fruit aromas and marshmallow. Tannic and tight in the mouth, with crisp acidity pushing olive, herb and plum flavors. Peppery and drying late, with a final wave of minty green.",Reserva,12,84,Maule Valley,,,Chilensis 2010 Reserva Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilensis-2010-reserva-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2010,Chilensis 11,Sparkling,Italy,"From a celebrated vintner in Friuli (northeast Italy) comes this tonic and clean Prosecco. Luminous packaging and big bubble size give this sparkler a pristine, informal personality. Aromas include white flower, honey and lemon zest.",Brut,,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,Eugenio Collavini NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugenio-collavini-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Eugenio Collavini 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Called “The Enemy,” this wine is highly confected and may come across overoaked. The nose is all resin, toast, vanilla and shaved wood. In the mouth, it's creamy despite a streak of acidity, and the flavors are pure milk chocolate and vanilla. Very woody and sweet tasting; seems overly worked and not 100% natural.",,28,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,El Enemigo 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-enemigo-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,El Enemigo 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a sweetly fruity, simple Cabernet, ripe in blackberry and cherry pie filling, with hints of smoky oak. It's a sound, country-style wine, and pretty good for the price.",,13,84,California,California Other,California,Masked Rider 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masked-rider-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Masked Rider 14.2,Red,US,"Not much going on here beyond wildly extracted fruit. It's jammy in cherries and raspberries, with a sweet coating of caramelized oak.",Thérèse Vineyards Estate,45,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martin Ranch 2007 Thérèse Vineyards Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ranch-2007-therese-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Martin Ranch 13.5,Red,Spain,"Concentrated and smoky, with shoe polish and other black aromas. It's ultratight in the mouth, collapsing on itself more than expanding. Flavors of earth and berry are loud. Rugged feeling on the finish.",Selección,24,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Elciego 2008 Selección (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-elciego-2008-seleccion-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Marqués de Elciego 13.8,White,US,"Made in the sweet, simple way, with pineapple and orange jam fruit, buttered popcorn and vanilla flavors. However, the price isn't bad, and it will appeal to a lot of your friends at parties for its California richness.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mark West 2010 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-west-2010-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Mark West 12,White,France,"A light and softly fruity wine, its acidity giving a lift to the yellow fruits and toast that rounds out the acidity. Clean and attractive.",,18,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Louis Chevallier 2009 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-chevallier-2009-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Chevallier 12.5,Rose,France,"A broad, rather soft example of rosé, this blend of Grenache, Syrah and Carignan should be consumed over the next few months.",,13,84,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Louis Bernard 2010 Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2010-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2010,Louis Bernard 12.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Briney citrus and apple aromas are a little green and funky but not too far off course. It tastes very much like white grapefruit with tartness. Finishes like a glass of Florida grapefruit juice, but the feel is cleansing.",Peñalba López,16,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Finca Torremilanos 2007 Peñalba López Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-torremilanos-2007-penalba-lopez-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Finca Torremilanos 14.5,Red,US,"Made in a soft, sweet style, this Cabernet Sauvignon-based wine has jellied flavors of blackberries, blueberries and cherries, encased in plenty of sweet, caramelized oak. Ready now.",,32,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dunning Vineyards 2008 Meritage (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunning-2008-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-paso-robles/,Meritage,2008,Dunning Vineyards 12.5,Rose,France,"This is a light, breezy wine with soft flavors and clean, tight fruit. A good apéritif style.",Brezette,17,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de la Sanglière 2010 Brezette Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sangliere-2010-brezette-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de la Sanglière 14.4,Red,US,"A standard-issue Pinot Noir, dry and silky in the mouth, with light flavors of strawberries, cola, mint and sandalwood. Will get by with a nice piece of grilled salmon.",Lot 265,18,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 265 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-265-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cameron Hughes 14.5,Red,US,"This is a harsh Cabernet. While it has sweetly ripe blackberry fruit, the acidity is fierce, and the tannins have a sharp, green quality. Feels prickly and assaultive in the mouth, and not going anywhere, so drink up.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Adler Fels 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adler-fels-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Adler Fels 7.5,Sparkling,Brazil,"Legitimately Moscato-like even if it's more candied and foamy than the Italian original. Gardenia, lychee and lime aromas set up soft, sweet green fruit flavors. This isn't complex but it's clean and true to the style.",Moscatel,10,84,Serra Gaúcha,,,Brazilian Soul NV Moscatel Sparkling (Serra Gaúcha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brazilian-soul-nv-moscatel-sparkling-serra-gaucha/,Sparkling Blend,,Brazilian Soul 11.5,White,France,"Simple, herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc, straight down the line of citrus acidity and light spice. Drink now. Screwcap.",,11,84,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Val de Loire,,Bougrier 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays du Val de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougrier-2010-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-val/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Bougrier 14.1,White,US,"Sugary sweet and simple, like a peach, orange and pineapple juice drink, with a lot of caramelized oak flavor.",,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Arroba 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arroba-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Arroba 13.5,White,Chile,"Green and vegetal in aromas and flavors. The nose deals pea, green bean and asparagus tempered by lime and melon. The palate has weight and a mix of green, grassy flavors as well as apple, lime and pineapple. A jalapeño-like burn is prominent on the finish. Definitely a cool-climate SB.",Indo,11,84,San Antonio,,,Anakena 2010 Indo Sauvignon Blanc (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakena-2010-indo-sauvignon-blanc-san-antonio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Anakena 13.5,Red,US,"With vanilla, red fruit and sassafras showing up at first in this wine, this Mendocino Zin, moderate in alcohol and tannin, doesn't taste quite finished, its ending bland and a bit sweet.",,12,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Castle Rock 2009 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Castle Rock 14.1,White,US,"So sweet, it's more like a dessert wine. The flavors are of sugary vanilla cream, buttered toast and pineapple jam, with plenty of caramelized oak. If this is your style, it's for you.",Gap's Crown Vineyard,37,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Anaba 2009 Gap's Crown Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anaba-2009-gaps-crown-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Anaba 13.5,Red,Lebanon,"An appealing nose of blackberry, plum and cinnamon gives this Lebanese red a sturdy start. Flavors of berry, spicebox and pepper follow, and balanced acids give it food friendly appeal. Not terribly complex, but definitely likeable.",Cuvée Rouge,19,84,Bekaa Valley,,,Château Musar 2004 Cuvée Rouge Red (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-musar-2004-cuvee-rouge-red-bekaa-valley/,Red Blend,2004,Château Musar 12.5,Red,France,"Fresh, fruity, red berry flavors, with only a light touch of tannin. This is classic Beaujolais, ready to drink in the next few months.",,13,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Château de Pizay 2010 Beaujolais,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pizay-2010-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2010,Château de Pizay 12.5,Rose,France,"This four-variety blend (Cinsault, Mourvèdre, Grenache and Syrah) features strawberries and struck flint on the nose, then appears very crisp and lean on the palate. No doubt it's meant to be mineral, but it comes across as lacking a bit of fruit, although it is zesty and refreshing.",Les Cimels,,84,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château d'Or et de Gueules 2010 Les Cimels Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dor-gueules-2010-cimels-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2010,Château d'Or et de Gueules 13,White,France,"A light and very fresh wine. It has layers of citrus, some vanilla and pure acidity that cuts right through to give a refreshing aftertaste.",Vieilles Vignes,,84,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Cave de Lugny 2010 Vieilles Vignes (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-lugny-2010-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2010,Cave de Lugny 15.5,Red,US,"A hard wine to like, especially at this price, despite some decent fruit. After the vegetal smell blows off, it turns simple and soft, with acidic blackberry flavors and a spicy finish.",Estate Grown,42,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cass 2008 Estate Grown Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cass-2008-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Cass 12,Sparkling,Italy,"This Rosé sparkler opens with a pretty pink color and intense aromas of mature berry, raspberry candy and zesty grapefruit. A sweet but oddly spicy note characterizes the finish.",Rosé,17,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Zardetto NV Rosé Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zardetto-nv-rose-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Zardetto 13,White,US,"This is a very pungent Sauvignon Blanc, aggressive in those green aromas and flavors generally lumped under the descriptive term of gooseberry. It's dry and clean and acidic, with a finish like the juice of Meyer lemons.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Geyser Peak 2007 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2007-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Geyser Peak 13.5,Red,US,"You can charitably call this wine rustic. It's soft and candy-sweet in blackberries and cherries. Pretty standard stuff, but it's all right for a big party.",Green Label Diamond Collection Syrah-Shiraz,16,84,California,California Other,California,Francis Coppola 2009 Green Label Diamond Collection Syrah-Shiraz Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-coppola-2009-green-label-diamond-collection-syrah-shiraz-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2009,Francis Coppola 13.9,White,US,"A pretty good, everyday Chardonnay, a little on the sweet side, with herb, tangerine, pineapple, vanilla cream and oak flavors.",,14,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grandmaster 2010 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandmaster-2010-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Grandmaster 12.8,Red,US,"A skinny little Pinot Noir, bone dry and tart in acids, with watered-down flavors of cherries, cola and green mint. Actually, it's pretty good considering the price.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Forest Glen 12.5,Red,France,"Rather lean wine, with highlighted acidity. Raspberry and tart plum flavors dominate to give a tightly tannic wine, rather austere.",Beauversant,,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits,,Pierre André 2009 Beauversant (Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-andre-2009-beauversant-pinot-noir-bourgogne-hautes-cotes-nuits/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pierre André 14.5,White,US,"Heavy and oaky, with buttered toast flavors swamping everything else. Underneath are pinapple and pear jam flavors.",,25,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Peter Paul Wines 2010 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-paul-wines-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Peter Paul Wines 11.5,Sparkling,Portugal,"Yeasty wine, with mature toast flavors, showing bitter almonds and old acidity. The wine tastes really mature, about to be too old.",Super Reserve Bruto,15,84,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Raposeira 2002 Super Reserve Bruto Sparkling (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raposeira-2002-super-reserve-bruto-sparkling-portuguese-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Portuguese Sparkling,2002,Raposeira 13.5,White,France,"This 100% Roussanne, barrel-fermented cuvée is rather subdued right now, with modest melon and peach notes, medium body and a touch of anise on the finish. Give it a few months to blossom in the bottle, then drink up by the end of 2012.",Archange,,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes-du-Ventoux,,Domaine des Anges 2010 Archange White (Côtes-du-Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-anges-2010-archange-white-cotes-ventoux/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Domaine des Anges 15.9,Red,US,"Very high in alcohol, nearly 16%, giving this Syrah a hot chile pepper burn. It also tastes frankly sweet, like cherry and raspberry jam. These are considerable faults.",Larner Vineyard,45,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Double Bond 2008 Larner Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/double-bond-2008-larner-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Double Bond 6.5,Dessert,Italy,"Birbet is a red, sweet sparkling wine with creamy mousse and bright aromas of blueberry, raspberry and sweet cherry. Try it with coffee cake or chewy chocolate chip cookies with chopped nuts.",Birbet,18,84,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Demarie NV Birbet Brachetto (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demarie-nv-birbet-italian-red-brachetto-piedmont/,Brachetto,,Demarie 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Easy, tight and watery, this informal Prosecco would hit the spot on a hot summer day by the pool. Floral and peach aromas are woven within the sparkler's natural sweetness.",Zero Gran Cuvée Extra Dry,,84,Veneto,Prosecco,,De Stefani NV Zero Gran Cuvée Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefani-nv-zero-gran-cuvee-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,De Stefani 14.5,White,US,"Lots of sweet, sugary citrus fruit flavors in this wine, which is also high in acidity. The combination gives it a sweet and sour taste, like a Chinese sauce.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Barton 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-2010-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Barton 7.5,Dessert,Italy,"Creamy and foamy with soft tones of peach and honey, this cheerful Asti would pair with fruit salad, cookies or can be consumed as an early afternoon appetizer wine (thanks to its low 7.5% alcohol) simply on its own.",,,84,Piedmont,Asti,,Tosti NV Moscato (Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tosti-nv-moscato-asti-142414/,Moscato,,Tosti 13.7,White,US,"Chardonnay has not been Silverado's strong suit in recent years and the tight, lean 2008 does not alter that conclusion. The wine is dry and acidic, with citrus and apple flavors that lack charm.",,25,84,California,Napa,Napa County,Silverado 2008 Chardonnay (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2008-chardonnay-napa-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Silverado 11,Red,US,"Crisp red plums and sour cherries add a tart fruit character to this sheer Finger Lakes Pinot Noir. Brisk on the palate with a good dose of bramble in the midpalate, it finishes clean on a minty, herbaceous note.",,17,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Seneca Lake,Rock Stream 2009 Pinot Noir (Seneca Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-stream-2009-pinot-noir-finger-lakes-seneca-lake/,Pinot Noir,2009,Rock Stream 13,White,US,"Lots of ripe, flashy lemon, lime, tangerine, gooseberry, vanilla and spice flavors in this Sauvignon Blanc. It's a little sweet and sugary. A nice everyday white wine at a decent price.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Rock Rabbit 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-rabbit-2009-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Rock Rabbit 13.5,Red,Chile,"Old-style Carmenère with green bean, mocha and muddy berry aromas. Tight and more acidic than expected, with generic red berry, chocolate and mocha flavors along with a palpable wave of green. Finishes quick and crisp.",,15,84,Central Valley,,,San Elias 2010 Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-elias-2010-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2010,San Elias 15,Red,US,"Smells a little vegetal, tastes soft, sweet and hot in alcohol. Once past all that, this blend of Zinfandel and Syrah is incredibly rich in raspberries, cherries and blackberries.",Dueling Pistons,35,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,The Federalist 2009 Dueling Pistons Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/federalist-2009-dueling-pistons-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2009,The Federalist 13.5,Red,US,"This is a simple, country-style Pinot Noir, dry and modest in berry fruit. It's not bad, just not particularly interesting. But for the price, it will get you through.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,SeaGlass 2010 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seaglass-2010-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,SeaGlass 13.5,White,US,"Sweet, simple and fruity, packed with orange, melon and pineapple flavors, in a buttery, creamy texture.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,SeaGlass 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seaglass-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,SeaGlass 15,Red,US,"Softly simple and sweet in cherry and oak flavors, this Merlot is good, but doesn't leave much to the imagination. Drink it now with burgers or beef tacos.",,33,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Martorana 2007 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martorana-2007-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2007,Martorana 15,Red,US,"A decent but clumsy wine, showing the pitfalls of this variety in California. It's very dry and silky in texture, but hot in alcohol, and there's a burnt taste to the cherry and oak flavors. Not going anywhere.",Clover Creek Vineyard,36,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Longoria 2008 Clover Creek Vineyard Tempranillo (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2008-clover-creek-vineyard-tempranillo-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Tempranillo,2008,Longoria 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Alfalfa and hay stack are the lead aromas, with red fruit playing second fiddle. The palate is soft and foamy, with stalky, lightly burnt plum flavors. Finishes with burnt brown sugar flavors and mild bitterness.",Cristalino Brut Rosé,10,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Jaume Serra NV Cristalino Brut Rosé Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaume-serra-nv-cristalino-brut-rose-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Jaume Serra 7.5,Dessert,Italy,"At first mingled with the fruit was a lactic, slightly cheesy element which didn't entirely blow off, but became less intrusive over time. Solid mid palate, and plenty of lush fruit, the wine was actually well balanced but finished a little short.",,15,83,Piedmont,Asti,,Tosti NV Sparkling (Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tosti-nv-sparkling-asti/,Sparkling Blend,,Tosti 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This easy Prosecco opens with aromas of honey and peach with a hint of lemon candy or lemon soda on the finish. It's fresh, clean and should be served at informal occasions with friends and close family.",Brut,9,83,Veneto,Prosecco,,Plozner NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plozner-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Plozner 13.5,Red,US,"A sound, everyday red wine, rough and ready, with jammy flavors of cherries, berries and spicy tobacco. Bring on the chili and burgers.",Gunsmoke,13,84,California,California Other,California,Masked Rider 2009 Gunsmoke Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masked-rider-2009-gunsmoke-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Masked Rider 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Hot, rubbery and burning on the nose, and then clampy in the mouth, with compact, highly generic flavors of red cherry and plum. The heat and burn that's present up front re-emerges on the finish, where jackhammer tannins hold court.",Staccato,10,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Caligiore 2010 Staccato Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caligiore-2010-staccato-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Caligiore 13,White,Spain,"Damp, mealy aromas offer a touch of melon. The palate, however, is tart and metallic, with sour citrus flavors and a weird note of burnt popcorn on the finish. Acidity is all that's keeping it afloat.",Cuatro,14,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas y Viñedos Noe 2010 Cuatro Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinedos-noe-2010-cuatro-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2010,Bodegas y Viñedos Noe 13,Red,Brazil,"Smells foresty and like tree bark, with a hint of floral berry fruit. Thick, syrupy and jammy feeling, with rooty, herbal flavors of baked fruits and brown sugar. Both sweet and hot on the finish.",,15,81,Vale Trentino,,,Casa Perini 2007 Marselan (Vale Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-perini-2007-other-red-marselan-vale-trentino/,Marselan,2007,Casa Perini 11.5,White,Spain,"Floral and honeyed smelling at first, with suggestions of Moscatel. Lime and gardenia aromas settle in afterward, leading to a flat, bland, sweet palate with lime-like flavors. Gets worse and weaker as it airs out, ultimately ending in chaos.",Seis Circles,8,80,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Bodegas Virgen del Águila 2009 Seis Circles Viura-Chardonnay (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-virgen-aguila-2009-seis-circles-white-blend-viura-chardonnay-carinena/,Viura-Chardonnay,2009,Bodegas Virgen del Águila 17,Red,Italy,"Roccolo Grassi is a point of reference in Valpolicella and a symbol of the overextracted, super-dense style epitomized here. The wine is redolent of black fruit, jammy blackberry, plum cake, bitter chocolate and polished granite. There's a pretty, linear and clean quality behind all that bold fruit.",,90,94,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Roccolo Grassi 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roccolo-grassi-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2007,Roccolo Grassi 14.9,Red,US,"A new vineyard source for Newsome-Harlow and arguably its best single-vineyard designated Zin out of a lineup of superbly delicious Zins. With a heady raspberry and blackberry nose, this Zin is classically lush and intense yet silky smooth in the mouth, tinged by hints of black pepper and licorice. Altogether so, so good.","Herbert Vineyard, Old Vine",36,94,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,"Newsome-Harlow 2009 Herbert Vineyard, Old Vine Zinfandel (El Dorado County)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2009-herbert-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Newsome-Harlow 17,Red,Italy,"Pegrandi Riserva is an impressive wine that exhibits impenetrable thickness, soft fruit flavors and a plush, velvety texture. The complex bouquet is composed of sweet fruit, tobacco, tar, polished mineral and liquid smoke.",Pegrandi Riserva,80,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Vaona 2005 Pegrandi Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaona-2005-pegrandi-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Vaona 13.5,White,Germany,"This wine shows the peachy notes of a top vintage, spiked with crushed stone and briny notes. The additional weight shows on the palate, where the wine is broad and mouthcoating yet spicy, peppery and fully dry.",Rüdesheim Berg Rottland Erstes Gewächs,69,93,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2009 Rüdesheim Berg Rottland Erstes Gewächs Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2009-rudesheim-berg-rottland-erstes-gewachs-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Johannishof 16,Red,Italy,"You can't help but fall in love with Brigaldara's delicious Amarone, especially if you love bold, dense wines. The aromas roll out slowly and with care, giving space to elements of cola, red cherry, blackberry, drying mineral and dark teriyaki sauce.",,55,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Brigaldara 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brigaldara-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Brigaldara 16,Red,Italy,"Wow, here's a gorgeous Amarone that makes a rocking first impression. The nose is generous and round, accented by plump tones of chocolate fudge, moist pipe tobacco, mesquite spice, cola and Christmas spice or cinnamon. There's a proud boldness to the tannins and overall structure. Give the wine 5–10 more years.",L'Amarone della Casa dei Bepi,,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Viviani 2006 L'Amarone della Casa dei Bepi (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viviani-2006-lamarone-della-casa-bepi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Viviani 12.9,Sparkling,US,"A terrific blush bubbly, rich and sophisticated in the mouth. The mousse is very fine and silky, and the flavors are just tremendous. Raspberries, strawberries, brioche, sweet vanilla and toast end in a long, opulent swirl of spices. This Pinot Noir and Chardonnay blend comes mostly from Napa and Sonoma counties.",Brut Rosé,41,93,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2008 Brut Rosé Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2008-brut-rose-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Schramsberg 14.1,Red,US,"This is the most complex and detailed of the current single-vineyard Pinots from Rex Hill. English Breakfast tea, cherry liqueur, moist loam, dried leaf and highlights of cinnamon apple pie all contribute to a feminine, elegant, well-crafted wine.",Jacob-Hart Vineyard,65,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Rex Hill 2008 Jacob-Hart Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2008-jacob-hart-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rex Hill 15.5,Red,US,"A very fine Cabernet, fancy and elegant in the mouth, although the tannins are tough and the wine wants some time. Your first impression is of astringency, a combination both of grape skin and oak tannins. Next, the blockbuster core of blackberries and black currants hits, leading to a long, spicy finish. Despite high alcohol, this seems like a wine that should develop over the next ten years.",Reserve,135,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Robert Mondavi ,White,US,"Spectacular Oregon Pinot Blanc, showing ripe citrus, citrus peel, fresh herb, wet rock and a lick of honey, all elegantly and seamlessly wrapped into a subtle and complex whole. Made from organic grapes fermented and aged entirely in stainless steel.",,16,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Thistle 2010 Pinot Blanc (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thistle-2010-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Blanc,2010,Thistle 14.3,Red,Chile,"Rich and dark smelling, with alluring pastry, earth, herb and soothing berry aromas. Deep, meaty and very ripe across the mouth, with cola, chocolate, roasted berry and fresh prune flavors. Toasty and lush as it fades away. Fun and modern; drink now through 2013.",Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard,24,92,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 2009 Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2009-cuvee-alexandre-apalta-vineyard-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Lapostolle 14,Dessert,France,"A botrytis-driven wine, sweet while also balanced with honey and lemon acidity. The spicy character of Pinot Gris is overtaken by this sweetness, giving a textured wine with a final burst of richness.",Vendanges Tardives,50,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Joseph Cattin 2007 Vendanges Tardives Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-cattin-2007-vendanges-tardives-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Joseph Cattin 12,Sparkling,France,"A dry rosé, freshly tasting of red currant fruits, laced with beautifully refreshing acidity. The wine has some weight, but it has more of an elegant, dancing lightness.",Brut Rosé,75,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Billecart-Salmon NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billecart-salmon-nv-brut-rose-champagne-140294/,Champagne Blend,,Billecart-Salmon 15,Red,Italy,"This gorgeous Amarone opens with beautiful notes of coffee, chocolate and toasted almond followed by fresh red fruit and a piquant touch of green olive. The wine's texture is thick and velvety but the young tannins require a few more years of bottle aging before they soften.",Monte Sant'Urbano,78,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Speri 2007 Monte Sant'Urbano (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-2007-monte-santurbano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Speri 15.5,Red,Italy,"Luscious and dark with opulent tones of blackberry, exotic spice and black tar, Costasera Riserva is an unforgettably rich blended wine from Valpolicella. The tannins are firm and tight and the wine should age a few more years in your cellar.",Costasera Riserva,95,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2005 Costasera Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2005-costasera-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Masi 16.5,Red,Italy,"This is a lovely Amarone that promises a long cellar life ahead. The intensity and density are mind-blowing and the wine's aromatic width spans dark fruit and prune to mesquite, brown sugar, teriyaki and smoked ham or beef jerky. It shows power, firmness, length and would pair with finely aged cheese.",,110,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monte Faustino 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-faustino-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Monte Faustino 12,Sparkling,France,"This is a departure from the normal floating Amour de Deutz style. A product of the 2003 vintage, the wine is rich, full, with a soft texture, ripe pears and pineapple. Not as impressive as previous vintages, although still a delightful wine.",Amour de Deutz Brut,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 2003 Amour de Deutz Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-2003-amour-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2003,Deutz 13.5,White,France,"With its rich, almost spicy character, this revels in a tight, steely core. It is wine under tension, shot through with acidity, grapefruit and with a youthful edge. Age for 5–6 years.",Gueberschwihr,40,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Gueberschwihr Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-gueberschwihr-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14.5,Red,US,"Concentrated cassis, raspberry liqueur, vanilla, espresso and dark chocolate flavors give this wine its potent power. Deep and long, supremely seductive, it has penetrating flavors that are not at all over the top in terms of ripeness or alcohol. Drink now, or give it another half decade in the cellar.",Reserve,45,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Aubichon Cellars 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aubichon-cellars-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Aubichon Cellars ,White,US,"Lush and toasty, this barrel-fermented Chardonnay offers an explosion of semi-tropical fruits that coat the tongue without tiring the palate. Almost Rhône-like—it could pass for a Roussanne in a blind tasting—it's exotic and complex.",Heirloom Cameo,50,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amalie Robert 2009 Heirloom Cameo Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalie-robert-2009-heirloom-cameo-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Amalie Robert ,Red,US,"Lovely aromas of rose petals and silky fruit, leading into a soft, seductive and expressive wine that definitely sits on the feminine side of Pinot Noir. Following its smooth introduction, the sculpted tannins kick in, adding grip, depth and length.",Dijon Clones,40,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amalie Robert 2008 Dijon Clones Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalie-robert-2008-dijon-clones-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Amalie Robert 14.3,White,US,"For the last few years, Artesa has produced one of the best Chardonnays in its price tier in all of California. Once again, they've hit the sweet spot with the 2010. It's rich and creamy, with orange, pineapple, crème brûlée and buttered toast flavors.",,20,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2010 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2010-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Artesa 15.5,Red,Italy,"Coffee, tar, licorice and plump red fruit give this Amarone the density and staying power to pair with steak Roquefort with mushrooms and black pepper. There's a round, succulent quality here that is reinforced by inky, dark concentration.",Fracastoro,60,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Vigneti Villabella 2004 Fracastoro (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-villabella-2004-fracastoro-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Vigneti Villabella 13,Dessert,France,"There is total intensity here, with a wine that combines great spiciness with honeyed botrytis and ripe tropical fruit flavors. The wine is full, concentrated, a meal in itself.",Pfersigberg Grand Cru Vendanges Tardives,,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Emile Beyer 2007 Pfersigberg Grand Cru Vendanges Tardives Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emile-beyer-2007-pfersigberg-grand-cru-vendanges-tardives-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Emile Beyer 14.4,Red,US,"Big John is as big and strong as its name, with bacony, briary flavors and yet magically very refined and subtle in a way, like Nina Simone singing a sultry ballad full of melancholy and mirth. A pleasantly pronounced kiss of vanilla finishes things off. Pair with spicy sausage and other meats.","Big John, Big John's Vineyard Zin",36,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,"Newsome-Harlow 2009 Big John, Big John's Vineyard Zin Zinfandel (Calaveras County)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2009-big-john-big-johns-vineyard-zin-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Newsome-Harlow 13.5,White,France,"All spice and sweetness, this is an impeccable as well as opulent wine. It has great richness, packed with lychee and mango flavors laced with bursts of acidity. The finish seemingly lastsr forever.",Vorbourg Grand Cru,49,92,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2009 Vorbourg Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2009-vorbourg-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,René Muré 16,Red,Italy,"Richly textured and deeply intense, this special Amarone opens with layered tones of smoke, cherry, ripe fruit, plum and leather. But, there's also a focused, pristine quality here that really pulls it all together.",Crosara de le Strìe,50,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corte Rugolin 2006 Crosara de le Strìe (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-rugolin-2006-crosara-le-strie-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Corte Rugolin 13.5,White,France,"Very tight and young at this stage, this is an impressive wine, relying on a strong, concentrated mineral character while also showing richness. It is powered by a core of tight acidity surrounded by warmer apple and pineapple flavors. Age for 3–4 years.",Zinnkoepfle Grand Cru,,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Léon Boesch 2009 Zinnkoepfle Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leon-boesch-2009-zinnkoepfle-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Domaine Léon Boesch 13.5,White,France,"With its greater acidity, this is less of a dessert Pinot Gris than others in the Zind-Humbrecht range. It has a mineral note to go with the floral character and exotic perfumes. The balance, though, is just right, a fine mix of richness and acidity.",Turckheim Heimbourg,50,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Turckheim Heimbourg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-turckheim-heimbourg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 12.5,White,France,"Intense floral aromas followed by a richly textured wine that brings out the exotic spices and honey of the variety. The wine has a poise and an elegance as well as all the richness, with delicious acidity giving a shot of freshness.",Goldert Grand Cru,54,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Goldert Grand Cru Muscat (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-goldert-grand-cru-muscat-alsace/,Muscat,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht ,Red,US,"The old vine fruit adds subtle complexity to this elegant Pinot. Sappy, tangy, nicely balanced, with strawberries and cherries the dominant fruit flavors. This needs to be decanted, or perhaps cellared. It can certainly age for a decade or more.",Maresh Vineyard,60,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Daedalus 2008 Maresh Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daedalus-2008-maresh-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Daedalus 13,White,France,"A beautifully perfumed wine, its honey and pear flavors given an almost ethereal character by a light touch of acidity. The wine is just on the edge of richness while still keeping poise and elegance.",Hatschbourg Grand Cru,25,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Joseph Cattin 2009 Hatschbourg Grand Cru Muscat (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-cattin-2009-hatschbourg-grand-cru-muscat-alsace/,Muscat,2009,Joseph Cattin 13.5,White,France,"Intensely structured, taut wine that shows great red currant fruits, packed with acidity as well as a full, ripe feel. The wine is powerful, ageworthy, with hints of pepper on the with delicious, fresh finish.",Pfersigberg Grand Cru,,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2009 Pfersigberg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2009-pfersigberg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Kuentz-Bas 13,White,France,"From a clos—walled vineyard—owned by the Albrecht family, this is a concentrated, very perfumed wine. The vineyard's sandstone soil gives the wine a warm character, with floral white fruits. The final acidity is so well integrated.",Clos Schild,115,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2005 Clos Schild Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2005-clos-schild-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2005,Lucien Albrecht 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Definitely dry, a wine that has great layers of acidity, citrus and the freshest pineapple. There is a forward fruit character, balanced with an apple-skin texture that produces a vibrant edge. Great Chardonnay from a great vintage.",Cuvée Stanislas Brut Blanc de Blancs,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Thiénot 2004 Cuvée Stanislas Brut Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thienot-2004-cuvee-stanislas-brut-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2004,Thiénot 15,Red,Italy,"Dense and rich, this darkly concentrated Amarone is redolent of mature fruit, strawberry jam, tobacco leaf, cedar wood, cigar box and brown sugar. It feels syrupy and dense on the palate with soft tannins and a smooth finish.",I Saltari Le Vigne di Turano,62,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Sartori 2004 I Saltari Le Vigne di Turano (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2004-i-saltari-le-vigne-turano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2004,Sartori 13.6,Red,US,"Just two barrels were selected for this ultrareserve. Though 2007 was a light and difficult vintage, the winemaking is spot on. An elegant, textural mix of berry, cola and sweet spice, with a pretty floral character, showcase a nuanced wine that captures the elegance of Pinot Noir perfectly.",Cathy's Reserve,100,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2007 Cathy's Reserve Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2007-cathys-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Stoller 15.5,Red,US,"There's lots of satisfyingly rich fruit in this smooth, soft 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Brims with the essence of blackberries and black cherries, with sweet toasty oak and some heat from alcohol. It's a decadently appealing wine to drink over the next few years.",Alexander's Crown,75,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 2008 Alexander's Crown Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2008-alexanders-crown-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Rodney Strong 14.6,Red,US,"This is the winery's reserve-level Pinot Noir, and it's introduced with the loveliest aromas of fresh fruits and cut flowers. Elegant and seductive, the rich berry and cherry flavors come with a light dustiness, like a whiff of incense.",Vintner's Select,65,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Arbor Brook 2009 Vintner's Select Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arborbrook-2009-vintners-select-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Arbor Brook 14,Dessert,France,"Gold in color, the wine has honeyed botrytis aromas that translate to the superrich palate. It is very concentrated, full-bodied, the weight of the fruit bursting out into a seductive opulence. Acidity only shows through at the end.",Lieu Dit Hochrain Vendandes Tardives,,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Emile Beyer 2007 Lieu Dit Hochrain Vendandes Tardives Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emile-beyer-2007-lieu-dit-hochrain-vendandes-tardives-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Emile Beyer 14.5,Red,US,"There's a delightful note of herbs and green olives to this Bordeaux-style Cabernet, although it also shows plenty of red cherries and black raspberries. With smooth, refined tannins, it's just superb for drinking now, although it should age well in a cool cellar.",,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hughes Wellman 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hughes-wellman-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hughes Wellman 14.9,Red,US,"A beautiful Pinot Noir, dry, rich and voluptuous. It's delicious, with a round mellow feeling, but good tannins give it a firm edge. The ripe flavors suggest cherries, Dr. Pepper cola and sandalwood.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,50,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Fess Parker 15.5,Red,Italy,"This hefty Amarone could use a few more years of cellar aging, but already it shows a dark, saturated color and inky density with smoked barbecue, prune, cola, leather and black pepper notes. The tannins are firm and show a touch of bitterness.",Mithas,245,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Corte Sant' Alda 2006 Mithas (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-sant-alda-2006-mithas-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Corte Sant' Alda 14.5,White,France,"Sheer decadence characterizes, a wine that has ripe tropical fruits, with a smooth and unctuous texture. It is powerful; the alcohol expresses itself in pepper. As stylish as any Gewürztraminer can be.",Zinnkoepfle Grand Cru,,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Léon Boesch 2009 Zinnkoepfle Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leon-boesch-2009-zinnkoepfle-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Domaine Léon Boesch 12.5,White,France,"Edging towards maturity, this shows toast and kerosene aromas, followed by a perfumed, ripe fruit-textured wine, concentrated and intense. With its rich fruit, now heading towards nuttiness, the wine is ready to drink.",Schenkenberg,38,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Seilly 2007 Schenkenberg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-seilly-2007-schenkenberg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Domaine Seilly 12,Sparkling,France,"Just slightly richer than the Brut Nature from the same vintage, this Brut is still a wonderfully dry Champagne. It has a fine hint of toasty maturity while the fruit is still full of the crispest citrus flavors. Drink over the next 4–5 years.",Perle d'Ayala Millesimé Brut,160,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Ayala 2002 Perle d'Ayala Millesimé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ayala-2002-perle-dayala-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Ayala 15.5,Red,Italy,"With 75% Corvina Veronese, 15% Rondinella and 10% Sangiovese, this Amarone stands out thanks to its dramatically different aromatic profile. The Sangiovese component must be responsible for the wild strawberry, cherry candy, pressed blue flowers and white licorice. It's fresh too, with a sweet, but crisp close.",Campo del Tìtari Riserva,90,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Brunelli 2006 Campo del Tìtari Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brunelli-2006-campo-titari-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Brunelli 14.5,Red,US,"A big, big wine, showing hard mountain tannins and extraordinary concentration of fruit. Made from a Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated blend of the five classic Bordeaux varieties, it's massive in blackberry, cherry, crème de cassis, mineral and smoky oak flavors that finish dry and long. A serious cellar contender, it should start to come into its own after 2014.",Reserve,80,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mount Veeder 2006 Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-veeder-2006-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Mount Veeder 14.1,Red,US,"Despite hard-as-nails mountain tannins, this Cabernet has a soft fleshiness that makes it drinkable now. The blackberry and black currant flavors have an umami, protein tanginess, like beef tartare, which smoky oak pairs nicely with, like salt and pepper. You can pop the cork now, but this is a wine that will develop over the next 10–15 years.",Volcanic Hill,175,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Diamond Creek 2008 Volcanic Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-creek-2008-volcanic-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Diamond Creek 14.1,Red,US,"With hard tannins that shut down the mouth's basic tasting function, this Cabernet feels tough and resistant now. Yet it has a fantastically intense core of blackberry and black currant fruit whose sweetness is grounded with a tug of minerals. Classic young Diamond Creek, it needs at least eight years in the cellar, and should develop well beyond that.",Gravelly Meadow,175,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Diamond Creek 2008 Gravelly Meadow Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-creek-2008-gravelly-meadow-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Diamond Creek 14.8,Red,US,"Lip-smackingly good, offering up gobs of blackberries, cherries and cocoa, with appealing herb overtones. New oak, to the tune of 100%, is obvious in the vanilla and toast, but totally in keeping with the wine's volume. This dramatic, young wine is dynamite now, and should develop over the next decade, at least.",Estate,95,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,David Arthur 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-arthur-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,David Arthur 14.3,Red,US,"Delicious drinkability is the hallmark of this Pinot Noir, which comes from the winery's vineyard in the Carneros District. The wine is dry and silky, with complex flavors of berries, cherries and spices, brightened with brisk acidity. Should hold and develop in the bottle over the next five years.",Estate Reserve,40,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artesa 2009 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2009-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Artesa 14.7,Red,US,"Compared to Artesa's three other 2009 Pinot Noirs, this one's the least drinkable at this time. Although it's very extracted in cherry and raspberry fruit, it's jammy-simple, like a spoonful of marmalade, with a scour of acidity. Your best bet is to cellar it for 4–6 years and see what happens, but odds are you won't be disappointed.",Artisan Series Sangiacomo Vineyard,75,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2009 Artisan Series Sangiacomo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2009-artisan-series-sangiacomo-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Artesa 15,Red,Italy,"Aged in traditional oak casks for six long years, Bertani's beautiful 2004 Amarone delivers the best of Valpolicella. It shows beautiful complexity and elegance that is articulated by tobacco, brown sugar, cassis and sweet tobacco flavors. There's substance and length on the close with a delicately smoky aftertaste.",,100,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Bertani 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2004-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Bertani 15,Red,Italy,"La Marega is a knockout Amarone from an excellent vintage that shows impressive intensity and clarity in terms of its pristine cherry, cola, licorice and black pepper aromas. This year, La Marega steals the show from Pergola Vece. Drink now or age many more years to come.",La Marega,75,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Salette 2007 La Marega (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-2007-marega-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Le Salette 15,Red,US,"In 2009 this estate-grown Pinot Noir appears to have been pushed to the limit, with alcohol at 15% behind concentrated, cherry cordial-flavored fruit. Nonetheless it seems in perfect balance, with excellent focus and a genuine sense of terroir. Sassafras and cola add complexity to a lingering, concentrated finish.",,35,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Hawks View 2009 Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawks-view-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Hawks View 14.5,Red,US,"Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine was grown on the warmer slopes of Sonoma Mountain, a less known but respected part of Sonoma County. It's dry and firm in tannins, with rich flavors of blackberries, currants, mocha and oak. Flashy and delicious now, it should gain in the bottle over the next six years.",Tribute,80,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Benziger 2008 Tribute Red (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2008-tribute-red-sonoma-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Benziger 16,Red,Italy,"One of the standout Amarones from the lovely 2007 vintage, Case Vecie is opulent, rich and impressive in terms of intensity and complexity. It opens with dark, inky concentration and releases a long line of black cherry, spice and soft tobacco flavors. Drink after 2015.",Case Vecie,80,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Brigaldara 2007 Case Vecie (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brigaldara-2007-case-vecie-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2007,Brigaldara 16,Red,Italy,"Here's a refined expression of Amarone that opens with savory aromas of cured beef or smoked ham with background tones of cola, ginger, licorice, plum cake and sweet cherry liqueur. There's a sweet and sour sensation on the close flooded by a long succession of succulent fruit flavors.",Campolongo di Torbe,155,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2004 Campolongo di Torbe (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2004-campolongo-torbe-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Masi 16,Red,Italy,"Amarone Ambrosan opens with lovely tones of plush fruit and savory spice followed by plum cake, cinnamon and sweet bread. This is a deeply layered wine with soft tannins and a blast of bright red cherry on the close. Very nice.",Ambrosan,88,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Nicolis 2005 Ambrosan (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2005-ambrosan-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Nicolis 15.5,Red,Italy,"Corte Rugolin hits a home run thanks to the amazing intensity and beauty of this darkly concentrated Amarone. It opens with a linear, focused bouquet that is accented by aromas of blackberry, spice, leather and tobacco. Dark fruit flavors shimmer between the luscious, velvety folds of the rich mouthfeel.",Monte Danieli,62,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corte Rugolin 2005 Monte Danieli (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-rugolin-2005-monte-danieli-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Corte Rugolin 15.5,Red,Italy,"Cola, licorice, ginger, hummus and dried raspberry appear on the bright bouquet of this Valpolicella blend. Those delicate aromatic nuances are firmly grounded by the wine's massive intensity and density. Pair this beautiful wine with black truffle risotto.",I Fondatori,77,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Fabiano 2004 I Fondatori (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-2004-i-fondatori-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico-138211/,Corvina,2004,Fabiano 15,Red,Italy,"Amarone Il Bosco delivers a soft succession of sweet cherry, spice, plum cake and licorice-like aromas. The wine's thickness density and natural concentration is packed tight with bright cherry and blackberry flavors.",Il Bosco,81,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cesari 2005 Il Bosco (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-2005-il-bosco-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Cesari 14.4,Red,US,"What a great wine to drink with a wide variety of foods, from lamb and steak to ahi tuna and salmon. It strikes the perfect balance between heavyweight and silky-light, with mouthfilling cherry, raspberry, cola and spicy oak flavors that are delicious now, but feel seriously deep. Defines Carneros elegance. Now–2015.",Artisan Series,50,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artesa 2009 Artisan Series Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2009-artisan-series-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Artesa 12.5,Dessert,Chile,"The pinnacle in Chilean dessert wine. The brown-gold color gives it visual gravitas while the nose is pungent, wild and full of honey, peach blossom and lychee. The palate affords richness and flow, while the crisped banana and honey flavors are tops. Sweet, delicious and balanced; made from old-vines, dry-farmed Torontel grapes.",Late Harvest,35,93,Maule Valley,,,Erasmo 2008 Late Harvest Torontel (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliboro-estate-2008-erasmo-late-harvest-other-white-torontel-maule-valley/,Torontel,2008,Erasmo 14.1,Red,US,"This lovely reserve is packed with supple black fruit flavors, smooth and perfectly integrated. The barrel notes—bourbon and vanilla—are deliciously appropriate. The wine is polished and profound.",Estate Reserve,75,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Trisaetum 2009 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2009-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2009,Trisaetum 12,White,Germany,"Ripe peaches balance quince and citrus, and plenty of wet stone and brine notes provide backbone and textural richness. Harmony, length and minerality are all here in a wine that's relatively affordable by Grosses Gewächs standards.",Dirmstein Mandelpfad GG,45,93,Pfalz,,,Knipser 2009 Dirmstein Mandelpfad GG Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knipser-2009-dirmstein-mandelpfad-gg-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2009,Knipser 13.5,White,France,"The initial impression of this wine is sweetness, which then transmutes into ripeness as the dry Riesling kicks in. The wine is very fruity, layered with a steely edge, concentrated and finally intense.",Pfersigberg Grand Cru,,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Emile Beyer 2008 Pfersigberg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emile-beyer-2008-pfersigberg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Emile Beyer 15.5,Red,Italy,"This is a massive, richly concentrated expression of Amarone with bold fruit flavors of blackberry and jammy fruit backed by exotic spice, cured beef, crushed peppercorn and dried ginger. The velvety smoothness of the mouthfeel gives the wine a real boost in intensity.",Serego Alighieri Vaio Armaron,75,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2004 Serego Alighieri Vaio Armaron (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2004-serego-alighieri-vaio-armaron-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Masi 14.6,Red,US,"The Dalton Vineyard is a beloved and prized source for winemaker Scott Klann. A cellar-worthy Zin with a floral nose of violets and earthy, blue fruit that segues slowly into structured tannins, bleedingly ripe plum notes and a spicy, almost leathery finish. The enological equivalent of Kurt Cobain acoustic in a thrift-store sweater, its raw power just waiting for a chance to surge.","The Donner Party, Dalton Vineyard",36,93,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,"Newsome-Harlow 2009 The Donner Party, Dalton Vineyard Zinfandel (Calaveras County)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2009-donner-party-dalton-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Newsome-Harlow 8.3,Dessert,US,"Navarro's dessert wines always are some of the best in California, and this 2010 Muscat is the latest example. It's quite sweet in honey, apricot and tangerine flavors, but superbly balanced with acidity and a firm minerality. Also widely available in half bottles.",Cluster Select Late Harvest,59,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2010 Cluster Select Late Harvest Muscat Blanc (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2010-cluster-select-late-harvest-muscat-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Muscat Blanc,2010,Navarro 13.8,Red,US,"A smooth and complex wine, beautifully balanced and bursting with plum and black fruit flavors. This wine has it all—notes of anise and cola, a layer of sweet earth, and plenty of muscle for the long term.",Boulder Bluff Vineyard,68,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2009 Boulder Bluff Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2009-boulder-bluff-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Adelsheim 13.5,Red,US,"An interesting, complex wine that merits some time in the cellar. With low alcohol, it's dry and silky, highlighted by brisk acidity and dusty tannins. But most compelling are the flavors, which range from fruity sour cherries and pomegranates to mushrooms, tea, cola and sweet herbs. Oak adds the perfect touch of sweet toast. Should develop gracefully through 2015. Cellar Selection.",Olivet Grange Vineyard,56,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Inman Family 2007 Olivet Grange Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inman-family-2007-olivet-grange-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Inman Family 14.8,Red,US,"Ripe and decadent as usual, maybe even more so in blackberry tart, melted dark chocolate and spicy plum flavors with a touch of funky bacon. You can't help but be impressed by the richness. Saved from being a mere fruit bomb by acidity and lush, smooth tannins. Drink now.",Williamson Doré Vineyard,44,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 2009 Williamson Doré Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2009-williamson-dore-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2009,Foxen 14.4,Red,US,"Mueller Family turns to Diamond Mountain for their Cabernet, with excellent results. The wine is full-bodied and dry and feels just great in the mouth, with smooth, rich tannins supporting complex flavors of blackberries, cassis, mocha and sweet, smoky oak. Beautiful now, and should develop over the next eight years.",,68,93,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Mueller Family Vineyards 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mueller-family-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Mueller Family Vineyards 15,Red,Italy,"Chocolate chip cookie, Graham cracker, plum cake and cinnamon snaps are some of the offbeat aromas that emerge from this wonderful Amarone. You'll love the intensity and overall richness of this special wine.",,60,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Nicolis 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Nicolis 14,White,France,"In the Zind-Humbrecht sweeter style, the wine brings out the intense, spicy side of Pinot Gris. It is beautifully balanced, with its richness combined with quince and nectarine flavors. Age the wine for 3–4 years.",Wintzenheim Rotenberg,50,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Wintzenheim Rotenberg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-wintzenheim-rotenberg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 13,White,France,The purest perfumed fruit bursts out of this glorious Riesling. It combines a steely core with ripe red currant and quince fruits. The whole wine is held together by its intense acidity.,Clos Windsbuhl Hunawihr,80,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Clos Windsbuhl Hunawihr Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-clos-windsbuhl-hunawihr-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht ,Sparkling,France,"With grapes from the three villages of Aÿ, Avize and Ambonnay, this blend of 50/50 Chardonnay and Pinot Noir is a strict and firm wine, very aromatic, beautifully ripe with some roundness. Flavors of tropical fruits mix with concentrated minerality. For aging.",Cuvée 3A Grand Cru Extra Brut,55,93,Champagne,Champagne,,De Sousa & Fils NV Cuvée 3A Grand Cru Extra Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sousa-fils-nv-cuvee-3a-grand-cru-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,De Sousa & Fils 16,Red,Italy,"With a building fan base, David Sterza is quickly emerging as one of the best Amarone producers to watch. His 2007 vintage opens with drying mineral notes that form a delicate contour around bright cherry, savory spice and dried tobacco leaf.",,40,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,David Sterza 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-sterza-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,David Sterza 15,Red,Italy,"This celebrated vineyard-designate Valpolicella Superiore opens with huge, dark intensity and boldly concentrated aromas of dark fruit, spice and bitter chocolate. The tannins are very astringent at this point and the wine needs more years of cellar aging before it softens.",Vigneto di Monte Lodoletta,130,93,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Dal Forno Romano 2005 Vigneto di Monte Lodoletta (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dal-forno-romano-2005-vigneto-monte-lodoletta-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2005,Dal Forno Romano 16,Red,Italy,"Monte Ca' Bianca is a standout Amarone that delivers loads of opulent pleasure in the form of cherry, chocolate, cola and sweet spice. Softness and lush richness are what characterize the mouthfeel and the wine delivers firm but sweet tannins. Drink after 2013.",Monte Ca' Bianca,,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Begali 2006 Monte Ca' Bianca (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/begali-2006-monte-ca-bianca-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Begali 12,Sparkling,France,"From a small parcel of old vines in Avize in the heart of the Côte des Blancs, here is a wine that really expresses the intensity of its chalk terroir. It has all the texture and tautness along with a steely structure and pure, very fresh lime flavors.",La Vigne aux Gamins Brut Blanc de Blancs,,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Thiénot 2001 La Vigne aux Gamins Brut Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thienot-2001-vigne-aux-gamins-brut-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2001,Thiénot 16,Red,Italy,"Amarone Campo dei Gigli needs more time in the cellar to evolve and age gracefully. At this young stage, the wine shows soft oak notes of vanilla and toast followed by loads of red fruit and sassy exotic spice. The wine is rich and velvety and its aromatic intensity builds with each extra minute in the glass.",Campo dei Gigli,70,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2006 Campo dei Gigli (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2006-campo-gigli-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 12,Sparkling,France,"A beautifully crafted Champagne from grand cru vineyards, with pure acidity that weaves its way through the tense fruit flavors. There is just a hint of toast and yeast as the wine starts towards maturity. Like many wines from Mailly, this tastes dry.",Les Echansons Brut,115,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru 2000 Les Echansons Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-2000-echansons-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Mailly Grand Cru 15.5,Red,Italy,"Sartori hits a home run with this beautiful edition of Amarone Corte Brà. The wine's deep layers reveal balsam aromas of cola and cedar, accented by spicy intensity and a long, smoky aftertaste. Dried fruit, chocolate and leather help build momentum on the finish. Drink after 2015.",Corte Brà,52,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Sartori 2006 Corte Brà (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2006-corte-bra-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Sartori 14.8,Red,US,"All the parts are here for this Cabernet to be seriously good after, say, 2014. It's dry and firm in tannins, and the sweet blackberry and cherry fruit has an earthy edge of herbs and green olives. If you drink it now, give it a few hours in the decanter.",,85,93,California,Napa,St. Helena,Veedercrest 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veedercrest-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Veedercrest 16.5,Red,Italy,"Even with the elder Giuseppe Quintarelli in retirement, this storied name in Valpolicella continues to make one of the most classic and traditional expressions of Amarone available today. The layered bouquet releases tones of smoky graphite, dried fruit, prune, ginger, hummus and sweet strawberry jam.",,,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Quintarelli 2000 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintarelli-2000-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2000,Quintarelli 15,Red,Italy,"A lovely wine from every point of view (intensity, integrity, complexity and length), this richly extracted Amarone delivers the very best of Valpolicella tradition. The smooth, velvety mouthfeel is accented by enduring flavors of red fruit, cola and spice.",,45,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2007,Tenuta Sant'Antonio ,Sparkling,France,"Very pure, very fresh, this is the oldest label in the ultra brut category. It is almost shocking in its dryness with at the same time richness and concentration. Based on the 2008 vintage, a great one.",Ultra Brut,,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV Ultra Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-ultra-brut-champagne-136540/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Creamy, textured wine, with a lively mousse and a balance of fine toasty age and fresh citrus fruits. It shows a dry character, firm and mineral, very textured with the weight to make it a food Champagne.",Extra Age Brut,,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Lanson NV Extra Age Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanson-nv-extra-age-brut-champagne-140155/,Champagne Blend,,Lanson 14.5,Red,US,"A big, potent wine, dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon with its black currant and dark chocolate flavors and tannins, while Merlot brings a softer texture and cherry fruit. Drinkable now, after decanting, for its luxurious richness, but should gain in the bottle over the next 6–8 years.",Geyserville Ranch,48,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Trione 2007 Geyserville Ranch Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trione-2007-geyserville-ranch-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Trione 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet Franc, one of the best in California. Shows real, proper Cab Franc character, with a spicy hit of pepper and green olives in back of the massive cherry fruit. Smooth from start to finish, a wine to drink now with a beautiful steak.",,50,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2008 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2008-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Peju 13,White,France,"Richly textured wine, full of ripe and spicy fruit, the acidity just a hint behind the dried honey and watermelon flavors. It is full-bodied, ripe, packed with intense fruit flavors. A wine for aging over 3–4 years.",Hatschbourg Grand Cru,25,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Joseph Cattin 2009 Hatschbourg Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-cattin-2009-hatschbourg-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Joseph Cattin 14,Dessert,France,"Pure sweetness, the wine has a rich texture with just a hint of botrytis but plenty of opulent spice, very rounded and unctuous. It is just beginning to show maturity, but could easily age further, the sweetness so well integrated into the orange zest finish.",Vendanges Tardives,50,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Joseph Cattin 2007 Vendanges Tardives Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-cattin-2007-vendanges-tardives-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Joseph Cattin ,Sparkling,France,"Just released, this latest non-vintage from Jacquesson is very steely, austere, cool and elegant with apple and citrus acidity. It has freshness and balance. Still young, but very complete.",Cuvée 735 Brut,75,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquesson et Fils NV Cuvée 735 Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquesson-fils-nv-cuvee-735-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Jacquesson et Fils 14.2,Red,US,"The Ribbon Ridge AVA is tucked inside the larger Chehalem Mountains AVA, and lately has been the epicenter for many of the most powerful and focused Pinots in the entire Willamette Valley. Ripe and balanced, with spiced cherry and sour plum fruit, this tart, long, silky, full-bodied and supremely complex young wine should age for decades.",Ribbon Springs Vineyard,68,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Adelsheim 2009 Ribbon Springs Vineyard Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2009-ribbon-springs-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2009,Adelsheim 12,Sparkling,France,The ethereal style that is the Deutz hallmark is shown to great effect in this apple-fresh Blanc de Blancs. There is a wonderful series of the crispest flavors allied to citrus and a tight texture.,Blanc de Blancs Brut,,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 2004 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-2004-blanc-de-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne-140131/,Chardonnay,2004,Deutz 14.8,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet spent nearly two years in 100% new French oak. As a result, it's enormously oaky in youth. You can barely smell or taste anything beyond toothpicks. But the wine is still young and very tannic, and with a massive core of blackberries, cherries and dark chocolate, it's a ticking time bomb, just waiting to explode. Hold for at least six years and see what happens.",Elevation 1147,150,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,David Arthur 2008 Elevation 1147 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-arthur-2008-elevation-1147-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,David Arthur 14.4,White,US,"Vine Cliff consistently produces one of the best Chardonnays in Napa Valley, and here's another one. The cool vintage gives it refreshing acidity, while the flavors are ripe and frankly delicious, suggesting pineapple and Key lime pie, vanilla custard, buttered toast, vanilla and dusty pie spices. A girding of minerality helps the dry structure. Really complex, and a joy to drink.",,39,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Vine Cliff 2009 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Vine Cliff 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Bringing out all the minerality of the chalk soils, this rounded wine is also packed with rich fruits. The wine is just approaching its peak, showing wonderful lemon and white stone fruits.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,130,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Pol Roger 2000 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pol-roger-2000-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2000,Pol Roger 12.5,White,France,This intense wine has great ripe fruit and sweetness to go with the pear and honey flavors. There is great acidity and beautiful fruit character in a gorgeous wine that still keeps its style and freshness.,Brand Grand Cru Vieilles Vignes,100,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Brand Grand Cru Vieilles Vignes Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-brand-grand-cru-vieilles-vignes-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 12,Sparkling,France,"It may be dry, but with its mature edge of toast, this glorious wine also has richness. It is elegant, striated with acidity and the purest lemon juice flavors. Although the toast character is there, it will certainly age over many years.",Perle d'Ayala Millesimé Brut Nature,160,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Ayala 2002 Perle d'Ayala Millesimé Brut Nature (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ayala-2002-perle-dayala-millesime-brut-nature-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Ayala 15,Red,Italy,"A wine to fall in love with, Campo Inferi Riserva is packed tight with dark chocolate, cherry liqueur, blackberry, spice, candied butterscotch and tobacco. However, it's the soft, plush and firm nature of the mouthfeel that really sets it apart. Stylistically, it represents a unique crossover between Valpolicella and Bordeaux.",Campo Inferi Riserva,85,94,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Brunelli 2006 Campo Inferi Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brunelli-2006-campo-inferi-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Brunelli 12.5,Sparkling,France,"From the great 2002 vintage, this is a beautifully structured wine, packed with a fine texture of red berries, intense acidity as well as richness. Intense, complex wine that could well age.",Rosé Brut,115,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Pol Roger 2001 Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pol-roger-2001-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2001,Pol Roger ,Sparkling,France,"Richness, concentration, great weight and balance. Despite the ripeness, the crispness of the house style dominates. The apple flavors and the minerality need several years to really mature. From mainly grand cru vineyards.",Special Club Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut,88,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils 2004 Special Club Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gimonnet-fils-2004-special-club-premier-cru-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2004,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils ,Sparkling,France,"With no dosage, this is dry, and you can taste it. It is a tight, very crisp wine, but the ripe fruit gives plenty of weight and ripe lime and green plum flavors. The perfect food Champagne.",Oenophile Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut,76,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils 2004 Oenophile Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gimonnet-fils-2004-oenophile-premier-cru-blanc-blancs-extra-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2004,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils ,Sparkling,France,"Toasty aromas abound, and the acidity is well integrated with the fruit and biscuit flavors. Pure brioche and ripeness. Ready to drink.",Belle Epoque Brut,150,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët 1998 Belle Epoque Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-1998-belle-epoque-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Perrier Jouët 14.5,Red,US,"Very delicious and luscious, but no mere fruit bomb. It has the tannic-acidic structure and dryness to make it refined, but explodes on the palate with blackberry, chocolate, cassis, anise and sweet, smoky cedar flavors that are deep and long. Tastes important and first rate.",,110,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tetra 2008 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tetra-2008-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Tetra 16,Red,Italy,"Stefano Accordini's vineyard-designate Amarone opens with big oak and Spanish cedar tones that will undoubtedly come into focus with more aging time in the cellar. The wine shows excellent concentration and long flavors of spice, black fruit and tobacco. Pair it with sharp pecorino cheese.",Vigneto il Fornetto,90,94,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Stefano Accordini 2004 Vigneto il Fornetto (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-accordini-2004-vigneto-il-fornetto-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Stefano Accordini 14.9,Red,US,"A gorgeous Cabernet, and at this price, a bargain. Shows the greatness of the 2005 vintage, with perfectly ripe red and black cherry fruit, sweetly ripe tannins and a fine edge of acidity. Complex for drinking now, it should continue to develop bottle nuances over the next six years until it slowly winds down.",Vintner's Reserve,40,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Veedercrest 2005 Vintner's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veedercrest-2005-vintners-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Veedercrest ,Sparkling,France,"A blend of 13 vintages, beautifully ripe and round, even with some maturity. Fresh citric fruit cuts through the richness and flavors of pineapple. There is a tang in the texture, an almost chewy structure. Age this wine for a year or two.",Cuvée des Caudalies Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut,90,94,Champagne,Champagne,,De Sousa & Fils NV Cuvée des Caudalies Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-sousa-fils-nv-cuvee-des-caudalies-grand-cru-blanc-de-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne-136548/,Chardonnay,,De Sousa & Fils 12,Sparkling,France,"Refreshingly dry Champagne. With its tight strawberry flavors, it is forward and fruity. It has a fine burst of lime acidity to complement the red fruits. Not for aging, delicious now.",Cuvée William Deutz Rosé Brut,,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 2000 Cuvée William Deutz Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-2000-cuvee-william-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Deutz 16.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an ageworthy Amarone that opens with dark chocolate, licorice, plum cake, cinnamon and sweet blackberry jam. The wine is soft and velvety with a solid tannic structure that needs to unwind with more time in the cellar. Already, the wine's amazing intensity and richness promise beautiful things to come.",Sergio Zenato Riserva,130,94,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Zenato 2005 Sergio Zenato Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2005-sergio-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Zenato 14,White,France,"The Clos Windsbuhl produces an opulently rich and sweet wine, gorgeously ripe and packed with tropical fruits. It is dense and powerfully concentrated, intense and very ageworthy.",Clos Windsbuhl Hunawihr,60,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Clos Windsbuhl Hunawihr Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-clos-windsbuhl-hunawihr-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 13.5,White,France,"The intensity of this wine is extraordinary, with huge spice flavors and a richness that almost becomes sweetness. There is honey as well as ripe white fruits, the acidity just a glint in the aftertaste.",Clos Windsbuhl Hunawihr,75,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Clos Windsbuhl Hunawihr Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-clos-windsbuhl-hunawihr-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 15.1,Red,US,"A compelling wine. Made from this Bordeaux blending variety seldom seen bottled on its own, the grapes were grown in the Stagecoach Vineyard, high up on Atlas Peak, increasingly a source of some of Napa's greatest red wines. The style is thoroughly modern, with soft tannins and rich flavors of chocolate, black cherries, cassis and new oak, as well as a pleasing charred meatiness. Hard to tell where it's going, but delicious now. Decant for an hour or two before serving.",Stagecoach Vineyard,145,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Decades5 2008 Stagecoach Vineyard Petit Verdot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/decades5-2008-stagecoach-vineyard-petit-verdot-petite-napa-valley/,Petit Verdot,2008,Decades5 12.7,Sparkling,US,"Made from 100% Chardonnay grown mostly in Napa and Sonoma counties, this charming bubbly is one of the best blanc de blancs on the market. It's rich and honeyed and feels so good in the mouth, carrying flavors of oranges, sweet limes, Meyer lemons, vanilla and toasty bread. Drink over the next six years.",Blanc de Blancs,36,94,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2008 Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2008-blanc-blancs-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Schramsberg ,Sparkling,France,"This very structured wine is dry, in the Laurent-Perrier house style. Crunchy green apples are supported by richness and a complex texture. With nine years in the cellar, it has already gained some maturity, but needs aging.",Millésimé Brut,,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier 2002 Millésimé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-2002-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Laurent-Perrier 12,Sparkling,France,"This is an intense rosé, pushing forward the pink fruit flavors, the rich texture and red berry fruits. Dry, still youthful, it has considerable acidity and a complex and concentrated mélange of flavors. Age for 3–5 years.",Rosé Brut,70,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 2006 Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-2006-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2006,Louis Roederer 12,Sparkling,France,"Based on the 2006 vintage, this current release of Jacquesson's nonvintage wine has richness and power, while tight acidity surrounds the core of pear and pineapple fruits. The touch of steel gives a great final bite.",Cuvée 734 Brut,70,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquesson et Fils NV Cuvée 734 Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquesson-fils-nv-cuvee-734-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Jacquesson et Fils 12,Dessert,France,"A hugely rich wine with opulent sweetness, honey and ripe sweet sultanas. It has a wonderful intensity of flavor, just hinting at acidity. It is beautiful to drink now, but will surely age.",Clos Saint Urbain Rangen de Thann Sélection de Grains Nobles,100,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Clos Saint Urbain Rangen de Thann Sélection de Grains Nobles Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-clos-saint-urbain-rangen-thann-selection-grains-nobles-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 12,Sparkling,France,"A beautifully crisp wine, very mineral, with its citrus and green apple flavors given a fine texture of bright acidity. It is still so young, with just a hint of toast to show some maturity. The finish is shockingly fresh.",Brut Blanc de Blancs,120,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Billecart-Salmon 1999 Brut Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billecart-salmon-1999-brut-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1999,Billecart-Salmon 15.5,Red,Italy,"Amarone Bosan is a terrifically impressive wine with beautiful tones of polished river stone, savory spice, plum cake, root beer and liquid smoke. Sweet cherry and blackberry flavors are folded within the wine's rich texture and dense concentration. You'll love it.",Bosan,106,94,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cesari 2004 Bosan (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-2004-bosan-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2004,Cesari 14.9,Red,US,"A best-of-barrels blend from the classic Bordeaux varieties, this wine is delicious. It's not hard for Napa to ripen fruit to blackberry and cherry perfection, or for the winemaker to age the wine in the best oak. What's difficult is to house all this richness in such smooth tannins, with such depth and such a pure finish. A spectacularly good wine to drink now, and it should develop for at least a decade.",Marriage,75,95,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 2008 Marriage Red (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2008-marriage-red-napa-spring-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Terra Valentine 14,White,France,"This ultrarich, opulent wine has such purity of fruit. With its pepper and spice flavors layered over mango and ripe nectarine, it is a straight line of pure flavor, rich and complex.",Clos Saint Urbain Rangen de Thann Grand Cru,74,95,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Clos Saint Urbain Rangen de Thann Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-clos-saint-urbain-rangen-thann-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14,White,France,"Hints of smokiness combine with a perfumed character in this wonderful wine. It has richness, with lychee and spice flavors, while adding the extra complexity of a touch of toast and green tea. Wonderful now, but will age for five years and more.",Clos Saint Urbain Rangen de Thann Grand Cru,84,95,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Clos Saint Urbain Rangen de Thann Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-clos-saint-urbain-rangen-thann-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 13.5,White,France,"). With the most wonderful Riesling aromas, this is an impressive and powerful statement of the combination of rich fruit and steeliness that marks Riesling in 2009. There is great intensity of white currants, ripe pears, shot through with lime and nectarines. Age for 3–5 years.",Brand Grand Cru,85,95,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Brand Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-brand-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 16.5,Red,Italy,"A landmark wine for the Valpolicella region, Vigneto di Monte Lodoletta is surely among the biggest, boldest and most concentrated red wines on the planet. Thanks to the appassimento process, extremely low yields and long oak aging, this Amarone takes intensity and richness to new extremes. The tannins are still astringent and tight, and the wine will absolutely not ready be to drink any less than a decade from now.",Vigneto di Monte Lodoletta,500,95,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Dal Forno Romano 2004 Vigneto di Monte Lodoletta (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dal-forno-romano-2004-vigneto-monte-lodoletta-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2004,Dal Forno Romano ,Sparkling,France,"Very pure Chardonnay from the heart of the Côte de Blancs. It has all the minerality of the vintage while also boasting tropical fruit flavors. It's already a delicious wine, with its tight edge of acidity, but could certainly age.",Avize Champ Gain Brut,300,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquesson et Fils 2002 Avize Champ Gain Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquesson-fils-2002-avize-champ-gain-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2002,Jacquesson et Fils 16,Red,Italy,"Wow, what a wine! Masi's Mazzano takes the best of Valpolicella and magnifies it by one thousand percent. There's dense richness and softness here followed by savory notes of spice, cured meat, leather, barbecue sauce, dried ginger and plum cake. The tannins are extra polished and fine.",Mazzano,170,95,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2004 Mazzano (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2004-mazzano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Masi ,Sparkling,France,"From one of the few Chardonnay vineyards in Dizy, this is a tight wine, with a steely character, very crisp and citric. Even at nine years age, it tastes young, structured, demanding aging.",Dizy Corne Bautray,300,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquesson et Fils 2002 Dizy Corne Bautray Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquesson-fils-2002-dizy-corne-bautray-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2002,Jacquesson et Fils 14.5,Red,US,"Duckhorn's new releases are so good, you might hesitate to make the investment on this Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot blend. True, it's not the most drinkable of their wines, at this time, but it easily is the most intense and concentrated. Dazzles with a molten core of sweet blackberries, blueberries and cassis, deep and long in the finish. Don't insult it by drinking before 2013, but you're better served by holding for far longer, even into the 2020s.",The Discussion Estate Grown,115,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2007 The Discussion Estate Grown Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2007-discussion-estate-grown-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Duckhorn 13,Dessert,France,"Initially, the acidity shoots through this wine. Then it reveals equally intense honey and spice flavors. The wine is complex, with yellow fruits laced with nutmeg and finished with a tender, crisp aftertaste. It is never too sweet, a beautifully balanced wine in which all the elements play their part.",Turckheim Clos Jebsal Vendanges Tardive,,95,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Turckheim Clos Jebsal Vendanges Tardive Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-turckheim-clos-jebsal-vendanges-tardive-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht ,Sparkling,France,"A small plot of old Pinot Noir produces this superb wine. It has all the richness of wines from Aÿ, with its red fruits and hint of sweetness. But it is the structure, the complexity that sets it apart, the grapes ripe and concentrated from a great year. Age for at least another five years.",Aÿ Vauzelle Terre,300,96,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquesson et Fils 2002 Aÿ Vauzelle Terre Pinot Noir (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquesson-fils-2002-ay-vauzelle-terre-pinot-noir-champagne/,Pinot Noir,2002,Jacquesson et Fils 13.5,White,France,"The ultrasteep Rangen de Thann vineyard was rediscovered by Léonard Humbrecht and now is one of the top vineyard sites in Alsace. This impressive, elegant Riesling wears its ripeness easily, a streak of bright acidity with intense citrus character. It's ready to age for 5–6 years and surely many more.",Clos Saint Urbain Rangen de Thann Grand Cru,104,96,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Clos Saint Urbain Rangen de Thann Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-clos-saint-urbain-rangen-thann-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 12.5,Sparkling,France,"With its richness and great density of flavor, this is always a great Champagne. This 1999 is rounder than some vintages, less mineral, while still retaining the balance between white fruit and toast. It is still young, still tightly textured and ageworthy over several years.",Cuvée Sir Winston Churchill Brut,265,96,Champagne,Champagne,,Pol Roger 1999 Cuvée Sir Winston Churchill Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pol-roger-1999-cuvee-sir-winston-churchill-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Pol Roger 12.7,Sparkling,US,"An awesome rosé, just a tremendous feat. Made from 11 vineyards in 4 counties, it shows a masterful art of the blend. Insanely rich in toasted bread and lees, showing the influence of six years in the bottle. A tremendous core of strawberries, raspberries, orange zest, roasted macadamia, roasted coconut, pear liqueur and honey lasts into the finish. Despite the richness, the wine is dry. So lovely now you can hardly keep your hands off, but it should age gracefully for the next 10–15 years.",J. Schram Rosé,130,98,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2004 J. Schram Rosé Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2004-j-schram-rose-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Schramsberg 13.5,White,US,"A bizarre wine, with sugary apricot and tangerine flavors whose acidity tastes unnatural.",,34,80,California,California Other,California,ZD 2010 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,ZD 12.5,Red,US,"Barely drinkable, although you'll get by at big parties where nobody cares. It's silky, sweet and minty.",,7,80,California,California Other,California,Backhouse 2010 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backhouse-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Backhouse 15.5,Red,US,"A nasty wine, dirty, hot and harsh. Almost undrinkable, except for some decent berry flavors.",Old Vine,32,80,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Del Carlo Winery 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlo-winery-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Del Carlo Winery 13.5,Red,Chile,"Strange and wayward right from the get go. The nose is herbal and foxy, and the the flavor profile is downright odd, with a dull, grapey bitterness, funk and herbal qualities. Not what we call good Carmenère.",Hacienda Araucano,13,80,Colchagua Valley,,,François Lurton 2008 Hacienda Araucano Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2008-hacienda-araucano-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,François Lurton 13,White,Brazil,"Hits with barrel resin and not much else. Feels screechy and shrill, with a swath of wood tannin. Acidity pushes it along in the mouth, but this is really all about resiny wood.",Cuvée Giuseppe,25,80,Vale dos Vinhedos,,,Miolo 2009 Cuvée Giuseppe Chardonnay (Vale dos Vinhedos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miolo-2009-cuvee-giuseppe-chardonnay-vale-vinhedos/,Chardonnay,2009,Miolo 12.5,Red,Uruguay,"Clumsy and a bit chemical smelling, with a sticky, thick, candied palate housing bug juice berry flavors in front of a medicinal finish. Bulky, sweet and grabby red wine.",,10,80,Juanico,,,Pueblo del Sol 2009 Tannat (Juanico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pueblo-sol-2009-other-red-tannat-juanico/,Tannat,2009,Pueblo del Sol 15.5,Red,US,Too high in alcohol and too overtly sweet in sugar. Tastes like an inexpensive Port.,,24,80,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Jigar 2009 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jigar-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Jigar 12.5,Red,Uruguay,"Mossy and earthy smelling, then rough and tight in the mouth, with rubbery unsweetened rhubarb pie flavors and finally a drawn-down finish.",Catamayor,11,80,San Jose,,,Castillo Viejo 2009 Catamayor Tannat (San Jose),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-viejo-2009-catamayor-other-red-tannat-san-jose/,Tannat,2009,Castillo Viejo 15.5,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and bland smelling, with a jammy flatness. More spiky and lively on the palate, but it tastes dull, much like flat root beer and a bitter cup of coffee. Turns more bitter and less appealing on the finish.",Estate Bottled,17,80,Mendoza Province,Agrelo,,Casarena 2009 Estate Bottled Malbec (Agrelo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casarena-2009-estate-bottled-malbec-agrelo/,Malbec,2009,Casarena 12.5,Sparkling,Brazil,Grass and clover aromas lead to a cidery palate with mustard and vinegar notes. More funk than quality here; runs along the edge of what's acceptable.,Brut,12,80,Serra Gaúcha,,,Brazilian Soul NV Brut Sparkling (Serra Gaúcha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brazilian-soul-nv-brut-sparkling-serra-gaucha/,Sparkling Blend,,Brazilian Soul 13.5,Red,US,"A dislikeable wine, soft, sweet, with candied flavors.",,8,80,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 13.8,Red,US,"There's something medicinal about this Rhône blend. It smells and tastes like plastic wrap, and is very hard to like. But it's not undrinkable.",Cuvée,38,80,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Intelligent Design 2007 Cuvée Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/intelligent-design-2007-cuvee-red-central-coast/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Intelligent Design 13,Sparkling,Peru,"Best on the nose, where apple and lemony aromas are true. In the mouth, it's foamy and crude, with crushing citrus and cidery flavors. Rough, bubbly and massive; tough stuff to swallow.",Brut,15,80,Ica,,,Tacama 2010 Brut Sparkling (Ica),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tacama-2010-brut-sparkling-ica/,Sparkling Blend,2010,Tacama 14.5,White,Argentina,"Sharp on the nose, then clacky in the mouth. The palate suggests chemicals mixed with lychee and melon. Clumsy on the finish and lacking tact and charm as a whole.",Andean Culture,13,80,Other,Salta,,Maipe 2011 Andean Culture Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maipe-2011-andean-culture-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2011,Maipe 14.5,Red,US,"Thin and vegetal, with just a trace of berry flavor.",Viva La Rouge,14,80,California,California Other,California,Rock Wall NV Viva La Rouge Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-nv-viva-rouge-red-other/,Red Blend,,Rock Wall 13,White,Brazil,"Sketchy right away, with salinic, pool water aromas. Awkward and buttery in the mouth, with corn and baked apple flavors. Finishes salty and nutty.",Da'divas,20,80,Vale dos Vinhedos,,,Lidio Carraro 2010 Da'divas Chardonnay (Vale dos Vinhedos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lidio-carraro-2010-dadivas-chardonnay-vale-vinhedos/,Chardonnay,2010,Lidio Carraro 13.9,White,US,"So unripe, it smells and tastes like ammonia. Only for those who like their Sauv Blancs extreme New Zealand-style.",,15,80,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,El Roy 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-roy-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,El Roy 14,Rose,Spain,"Maderized and stalky smelling, with a scratchy palate and grassy, pickled flavors that lean toward strawberry and raspberry.",Conde de Valdemar Rosado,10,80,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2010 Conde de Valdemar Rosado Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2010-conde-rosado-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2010,Bodegas Valdemar 12.5,Red,US,"A rude Merlot, dry and acidic, with berry flavors that taste fresh out of the fermenter.",,9,81,California,California Other,California,Surf Point 2010 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/surf-point-2010-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,Surf Point 13.5,Red,Spain,"Grapey and pinched on the nose, jammy smelling and unconvincing. Supernarrow in the mouth, tannic, lemony and sucks the life out of your cheeks and palate. And that's not even mentioning the price.",Phincalali,75,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,DSG Vineyards 2008 Phincalali (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dsg-2008-phincalali-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,DSG Vineyards 15.9,Red,US,"Too many overripe, sunburnt flavors in this tannic wine. It smells like Port and tastes hot and baked. The alcohol is 15.9%.",Estate,20,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Jettlynn 2007 Estate Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jettlynn-2007-estate-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Jettlynn 12.5,Rose,Spain,"Heavy plum, bubblegum and wheat grass aromas are less than convincing. The palate offers sour cherry and plum skin flavors along with cleansing, sharp acids. Tart and citric.",Vertus Spanish Rosé Bobal Wine Made with Organically Grown Grapes,9,81,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Bodegas Iranzo 2010 Vertus Spanish Rosé Bobal Wine Made with Organically Grown Grapes Rosé (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-iranzo-2010-vertus-spanish-rose-bobal-wine-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-utiel-requena/,Rosé,2010,Bodegas Iranzo 12.5,Sparkling,Portugal,"Red sparkling wines are an acquired taste, and this is no exception. With an initial taste like black currant cordial it then reveals hard tannins that make it a tough wine to enjoy.",Tinto Bruto,18,81,Vinho Espumante de Qualidade,,,Murganheira 2006 Tinto Bruto Sparkling (Vinho Espumante de Qualidade),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murganheira-2006-tinto-bruto-sparkling-vinho-espumante-qualidade/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Murganheira 13.9,Red,US,Way too sweet and soft to qualify as a dry table wine. Okay for big parties where everyone's drinking happily from paper cups.,Split Oak Estates,12,81,California,California Other,California,Morro Bay 2009 Split Oak Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morro-bay-2009-split-oak-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Morro Bay 13,Red,US,"A simple Pinot Noir, not quite ripe and overly soft, with cherry and asparagus flavors.",,10,81,California,California Other,California,The Thirty First State 2010 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thirty-first-state-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,The Thirty First State 13.5,Red,US,"Simple and sweet, like a cherry cola drink that's gone flat.",,12,81,California,California Other,California,Motos Liberty 2010 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/motos-liberty-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Motos Liberty 13,White,Argentina,"Smells just like Fantastik cleaner, and that's not good. Feels glitchy and catchy in the mouth, with oily, bitter flavors of pithy citrus. Chalky on the finish.",,,81,Other,Salta,,Filus 2011 Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filus-2011-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2011,Filus 14.4,Red,US,"As sweet and sugary as a dessert wine, with watery berry flavors.",,27,81,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Greedy 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greedy-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Greedy 13.5,Red,US,"Dry and rustic, with bizarre sweet raisin and vegetable flavors.",Domino,7,81,California,California Other,California,Delicato 2010 Domino Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2010-domino-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Delicato 12.5,Red,US,"Acidic and thin, with watery flavors of blackberry tea. Feels rugged and harsh in the mouth and is hard to like at any price.",Vintner's Collection Reserve,12,81,California,California Other,California,Carmenet 2008 Vintner's Collection Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-2008-vintners-collection-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Carmenet 13,Red,Brazil,"A weird Cabernet with unfamiliar, odd aromas. Tight as nails and sheering, with sour plum and incongruent buttery oak flavors. Barrel influence shows up on the finish. Needs polish and improvement.",Gran Reserva,36,81,Vale dos Vinhedos,,,Casa Valduga 2007 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Vale dos Vinhedos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-valduga-2007-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-vale-vinhedos/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Casa Valduga 13.5,Red,US,"Seriously overpriced. For half the price, you can get a better wine. It's thin and reedy, with acidic, unripe flavors.",,18,81,California,California Other,California,F.J. Serra 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fj-serra-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,F.J. Serra 13.5,Red,Spain,"Disappointing given the price and how good Conti's white wines can be. This is leafy and piercing on the nose, then heavy and super tannic and growling on the palate. Tastes leafy, herbal and earthy.",,45,81,Northern Spain,Empordà,,Oliver Conti 2005 Red (Empordà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oliver-conti-2005-red-emporda/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Oliver Conti 13,Red,Peru,"Hot and leathery up front, with stewy notes and candied red fruit aromas. The palate features smacking tannic bite along with foxy-tasting red fruit. Turns medicinal on the finish.",Gran Tinto,10,81,Ica,,,Tacama 2009 Gran Tinto Red (Ica),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tacama-2009-gran-tinto-red-ica/,Red Blend,2009,Tacama 14,Red,US,"This is a heavy, dull Petite Sirah. It tastes like the raspberry filling from a candy bar you buy at 7-Eleven.",Estate,26,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Marcos Creek 2008 Estate Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-marcos-creek-2008-estate-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2008,San Marcos Creek 14.4,White,US,"Thin to the point of watery, with very modest citrus flavors but mostly herbs and dried hay. Clean enough, but there's nothing going on.",,27,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Vine Hill 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-hill-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2008,Vine Hill 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There aren't that many organic Proseccos out there, and this expression from La Jara is thin, crisp and refreshing. There is a pungent grassy note at the outset that needs a few minutes to disappear.",Brut,,81,Veneto,Prosecco,,La Jara NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jara-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,La Jara 13.5,White,Argentina,"Sweaty and feral smelling, with just a tad of the pleasant lychee and melon this grape is known for. Feels heavy and oily, with barely any acidity and pithy, oily, citrus flavors. Clunky stuff for new Torrontés.",La Florencia,12,81,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Familia Cassone 2011 La Florencia Torrontés (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-cassone-2011-florencia-torrontes-lujan-cuyo/,Torrontés,2011,Familia Cassone 14.7,Red,US,"So soft and sugary sweet. The first sip tastes like a Starbucks raspberry-mocha concoction, and it's very hard to return for a second.",Estate,32,81,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Collier Falls 2008 Estate Primitivo (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2008-estate-zinfandel-primitivo-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Primitivo,2008,Collier Falls 13,Sparkling,Brazil,"Grassy apple aromas are acceptable but not convincing. Blah in the mouth, with a light feel and pinchy, cidery flavors. Pithy on the finish.",Brut 130,30,81,Vale dos Vinhedos,,,Casa Valduga NV Brut 130 Sparkling (Vale dos Vinhedos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-valduga-nv-brut-130-sparkling-vale-vinhedos/,Sparkling Blend,,Casa Valduga 13,White,Argentina,"Pickled, flat, melony aromas are not terribly fresh. The palate is plodding, with nectarine and kumquat flavors. Hints at tropicality and oily lychee on the finish. Tasted twice three months apart with identical scores.",Serie A,15,82,Other,Salta,,Zuccardi 2010 Serie A Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2010-serie-a-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2010,Zuccardi 13.5,Red,Brazil,"A little warm and unctuous on the nose, but then rather slight and sheering on the palate. The flavor profile is in the red, sharp zone, but nothing from Brazil will ever be razor sharp due to the tropical terroir. Finishes long and rubbery, with a fiery, roasted lasting impression. GM Miolo, USA.",Family Vineyards,10,82,Vale dos Vinhedos,,,Vinícola Miolo 2005 Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Vale dos Vinhedos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinicola-miolo-2005-family-cabernet-sauvignon-vale-vinhedos/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Vinícola Miolo 15.2,Red,US,"Thin and uninteresting, with vague cherry, berry and spice flavors that taste a little sweet. Gets the basic Zinfandel job done.",,25,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rock Wall 2009 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Rock Wall 13.5,White,US,"Barely ripe, with a pungent, ammonia edge to the citrus fruits. It's very dry and crisp in acidity.",,12,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,SeaGlass 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seaglass-2010-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,SeaGlass 13,White,Peru,"Apple and citrus aromas struggle to hold it together. Citrusy acids control the palate, yielding grapefruit, orange and pithy flavors. Feels unruly. Sauvignon, Sémillon, Chenin Blanc and Viognier.",Gran Blanco,10,82,Ica,,,Tacama 2010 Gran Blanco White (Ica),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tacama-2010-gran-blanco-white-ica/,White Blend,2010,Tacama 14.8,White,US,"Made in the modern style, a predictable Chardonnay with too much oak riding on top of too thin fruit, finishing sweet and cloying.",Swallowtail,20,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Truett Hurst 2010 Swallowtail Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truett-hurst-2010-swallowtail-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Truett Hurst 14.5,White,US,"A simple, dull wine, from a producer that has struggled with Chardonnay for years. Tastes soft and sweet, with some vegetal notes.",,45,82,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakville Ranch 2009 Chardonnay (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-ranch-2009-chardonnay-napa-oakville/,Chardonnay,2009,Oakville Ranch 11.5,Rose,US,"As sweet as a dessert wine, with sugary raspberry, cherry and spice flavors.",White,11,82,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 2009 White Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2009-white-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Forest Glen 14.2,White,US,"This is a sugary Sauvignon Blanc. It tastes like a sweetened pineapple, orange and peach fruit juice drink.",Estate Bottled,25,82,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Galante 2010 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galante-2010-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Galante 14,White,US,"Sweet and rustic, this Chard shows sugary pineapple flavors and a good deal of oak. Everything about it is nice, except for the unbalanced sweetness.",,14,82,America,,,Chateau St. Croix 2005 Chardonnay (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-croix-2005-chardonnay-america/,Chardonnay,2005,Chateau St. Croix 12.5,White,US,"Simple and one-dimensional, with buttered toast, buttered popcorn and sweet pineapple jam flavors.",Vintner's Collection Reserve,12,82,California,California Other,California,Carmenet 2009 Vintner's Collection Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-2009-vintners-collection-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Carmenet 12.5,White,US,"Overtly sweet, like orange tea with a couple spoons of white sugar.",,7,82,California,California Other,California,Backhouse 2010 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backhouse-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Backhouse 13,Red,Brazil,"Bell pepper and sharp red fruit aromas provide a shaky start, which is followed by cranberry, tart cherry and other pointed flavors. The feel is racy and tight, with gritty acids. Airing does improve it somewhat. Tasted twice; this is a review of the better bottle. Cabernet, Merlot, Cab Franc and Carmenère is the blend. From Brazil.",Proprietary Red,10,82,Serra Gaúcha,,,Aurora Cellars 2004 Proprietary Red Red (Serra Gaúcha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aurora-cellars-2004-proprietary-red-serra-gaucha/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Aurora Cellars 13.6,White,US,"Strong and acidic in green, gooseberry notes that approach ammonia, but also weirdly sweet in lemons, limes and pineapples. The combination is like a Chinese sweet and sour sauce for duck or chicken.",,33,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Andretti 13.9,White,US,"A disagreeable wine, with so much oak, all you can taste is sugary butterscotch. Too bad, because there's a decent Chardonnay buried beneath.",,16,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Benziger 2009 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Benziger 12.5,White,US,"Sweet and simple, like pineapple, orange and mango fruit juice from the supermarket.",,13,82,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Grandmaster 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandmaster-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-knights-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Grandmaster 12,White,France,"Off-dry Vouvray, with hints of honey, light on acidity and feeling soft. The wine needs to be drunk over the next year.",Doulce France V,13,82,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Bougrier 2010 Doulce France V (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougrier-2010-doulce-france-v-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Bougrier ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The wine tastes young, with unbalanced acidity and a hard tannin and spirit edge.",Special Reserve,,82,Port,,,Barros NV Special Reserve (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barros-nv-special-reserve-port-142107/,Port,,Barros 13.5,White,US,"Soft, sugary-sweet and simple, like a fruit juice made from apricots, peaches and pineapples.",River Junction,10,82,California,California Other,California,McManis 2010 River Junction Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2010-river-junction-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,McManis 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Red in color, with a cidery, chunky bouquet that doesn't even hint at how sweet this wine is. Expect candied, sugary red fruit flavors that suggest American White Zin and Boston Baked Beans candy.",,20,82,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Avanthia 2010 Rosé (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avanthia-2010-rose-valdeorras/,Rosé,2010,Avanthia 14.9,Red,US,"A simple, country wine, soft and rather dull. It has berry, herb and spice flavors, and is dry.",,24,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Anaba 2009 Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anaba-2009-red-sonoma-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Anaba 12,White,US,"Ripe, soft and sweet in sugar. The orange, vanilla and honeysuckle flavors turn cloying on the finish.",,14,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Adler Fels 2010 Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adler-fels-2010-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Adler Fels 13,White,US,"Sweet and boringly simple, with sugary pineapple, orange and buttered toast flavors, made in the popular style.",,18,82,California,California Other,California,Hunters Grove 2010 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunters-grove-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Hunters Grove 12.5,Red,France,"Very lightweight wine, with some attenuated fruit and a dry character. The attraction is the fresh acidity that does offer some compensation for the overoaked flavor.",,18,82,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Louis Chevallier 2009 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-chevallier-2009-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2009,Louis Chevallier 12.5,Red,US,"A rustic, simple wine, with ripe, sweet cherry and cola flavors. Feels rough and sharp in the mouth, but not bad for the price.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Round Hill 2010 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-hill-2010-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,Round Hill 12.5,White,US,"As sweet as a dessert wine, with simple pineapple jam flavors.",,9,82,California,California Other,California,Surf Point 2010 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/surf-point-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Surf Point 12.5,Red,US,"A dry, thin, modest Cabernet, the kind you drink in a paper cup at big parties. The host serves it, and you drink with the food.",,9,82,California,California Other,California,Surf Point 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/surf-point-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Surf Point 13,Red,US,"Tastes like a melted raspberry, cinnamon and vanilla dessert, a soft, sweet Pinot Noir that shows the variety's silky texture.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Redwood Creek 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redwood-creek-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Redwood Creek 13,White,US,"Sweet and simple, with buttered toast, buttered popcorn and pineapple jam flavors. Gets the basic Chardonnay job done.",,10,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Small Wonders 2010 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/small-wonders-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Small Wonders 14.5,Red,US,"On the first sniff, the nose says Port, with caramelized, baked cherry aromas. The wine tastes dry and sharp and watery, with only a hint of Cabernet character.",Grand Reserve,27,82,America,,,Chateau St. Croix 2003 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-croix-2003-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-america/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Chateau St. Croix 12.5,Red,Uruguay,"Hard cherry and nail polish aromas rise up from the glass. The palate is high in acid and clampy, with tart, leafy, rubbery berry fruit flavors. Dry and reasonably fresh on the finish.",Don Pascual Reserve,12,82,Juanico,,,Familia Deicas 2008 Don Pascual Reserve Tannat (Juanico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-deicas-2008-don-pascual-reserve-other-red-tannat-juanico/,Tannat,2008,Familia Deicas 14.5,Red,Spain,"Smacky and hard right away, with compact black cherry aromas. Shows lots of gusto in the mouth but no elegance or touch. Tastes short and condensed, a blah mix of red berry and burnt candy.",Cartesius,26,82,Northern Spain,Empordà,,Celler Arché Pagès 2005 Cartesius Red (Empordà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/celler-arche-pages-2005-cartesius-red-emporda/,Red Blend,2005,Celler Arché Pagès 12.5,Red,Uruguay,"Forceful, edgy aromas of cherry and drugstore perfume precede a cloppy, choppy palate with red plum and red berry flavors. Scouring and with friction on the back side, but with lots of racy red flavors.",Parcela Vieja,20,82,San Jose,,,Castillo Viejo 2007 Parcela Vieja Cabernet Franc (San Jose),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-viejo-2007-parcela-vieja-cabernet-franc-san-jose/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Castillo Viejo 13.5,Red,Italy,"At first, thin and woody, and not much in the way of fruit. Going back, it showed a little more, but still seemed angular and tannic, although a lot more fruit was visible. A wine that improved with air but only up to a point.",San Cristoforo,18,82,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Prinsi 2006 San Cristoforo (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinsi-2006-san-cristoforo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2006,Prinsi 14.1,Red,US,"Another great Petite Sirah from Titus. Their '07 rocked, and so does this one, which is 100% varietal. It has the smooth, velvety texture of a good Cabernet Sauvignon, with rich flavors of blackberries, cassis and spicy Indian pudding. Brings real class to a variety that can be rustic.",,36,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2008 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2008-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Titus 10.1,White,US,"A delicious and compelling Riesling that intrigues from the get-go with soft aromas of rose petals, tea and honey. It's a sweet wine, but impeccably balanced with juicy natural acidity, so the tension is perfect and balanced. This is Oregon Riesling at its Germanic finest.",,18,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Yamhill Valley 2009 Riesling (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yamhill-valley-2009-riesling-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Riesling,2009,Yamhill Valley 15,Red,Italy,"From one of Valpolicella's historic estates, this elegant Amarone is put together in a careful and intelligent way. The wine shows balance and elegance, not too big or extracted. In fact, you can really revel in on the soft smoothness of the mouthfeel.",,50,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Fabiano 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Fabiano 15.5,Red,Italy,"Great quality and an attractively low price make this a no-brainer choice next time you crave the deep density and intensity of Italy's Amarone. The wine shows generous black fruit, smoke and spice with polished, sweet tannins.",,25,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,San Rustico 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-rustico-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,San Rustico ,Red,US,"The Labyrinth Pinot Noir displays excellent grip and structure, with crisp red berry fruits. A distinctive, slightly metallic note runs through the core—not offensive, but it gives the wine a raspberries and iron filings flavor that will please some tasters more than others.",Labyrinth,45,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Daedalus 2008 Labyrinth Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daedalus-2008-labyrinth-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Daedalus 12,Sparkling,France,"This is the Pinot Noir member of the three bone-dry mono-varietal wines that make up Dumangin's Trio des Ancêtres. The Pinot Noir gives a weight counter-balance to the very dry character of the wine, with green plums and layer upon layer of citrus. Age for several months.",Cuvée Hippolyte Brut Nature,145,91,Champagne,Champagne,,J. Dumangin Fils NV Cuvée Hippolyte Brut Nature Pinot Noir (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-dumangin-fils-nv-cuvee-hippolyte-brut-nature-pinot-noir-champagne/,Pinot Noir,,J. Dumangin Fils 16,Red,Italy,"Bold and big, this nicely aged Amarone opens with dark barbecue spice and mature fruit, with background flavors of moist tobacco and teriyaki sauce. The wine is sweet, succulent and it feels absolutely huge in the mouth.",,72,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Montezovo 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montezovo-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2005,Montezovo 14.4,Red,US,"Showing the full-bodied, flamboyant richness that Dutton's Pinots are known for, this is a big, powerful wine, packed with fruit. The flavors of cherries, raspberries, pomegranates, cola and sandalwood flood the mouth, leading to a long, spicy finish. Almost Rhône-like in weight, this rather soft Pinot doesn't seem like an ager, so drink through 2013 for freshness.",Thomas Road Vineyard-Dutton Ranch,50,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2009 Thomas Road Vineyard-Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2009-thomas-road-vineyard-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dutton Estate 15,Red,Italy,"Amarone Le Quare is packed tight with rich espresso and chocolate that give the wine a full, generous personality both in terms of bouquet and mouthfeel. Bright cherry and savory spice round off the corners and the wine is both enduring and soft.",Le Quare,35,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Gamba 2007 Le Quare (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamba-2007-le-quare-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Gamba 14.8,Red,Chile,"Solid, deep and earthy smelling, with cola, mushroom, violet and tree bark aromas. The palate is smooth and balanced, with dark berry, baked plum, chocolate and spice flavors. Dry, foresty and healthy as can be on the finish. Exemplary for the price.",Gran Reserva,15,90,Maule Valley,,,Morandé 2008 Gran Reserva Syrah (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2008-gran-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maule-valley/,Syrah,2008,Morandé 14.5,Red,Italy,"A hugely extracted and super rich wine, this Valpolicella Superiore opens with barbecue smoke, spicy salsa, cola, licorice and freshly ground coffee bean. It's bold, rich and long-lasting on the close.",,37,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Roccolo Grassi 2008 Valpolicella Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roccolo-grassi-2008-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Roccolo Grassi 12,Sparkling,France,"In a full style, this toasty wine shows good bottle age as well as apple and pear flavors. It is perfumed, poised with some steeliness and minerality in its texture. Fashion designer Christian Audigier designed the extravagant label.",Christian Audigier Premier Cru Brut,,90,Champagne,Champagne,,J. Dumangin Fils NV Christian Audigier Premier Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-dumangin-fils-nv-christian-audigier-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,J. Dumangin Fils 14.6,Red,US,"Enormously rich in blackberries, cherries, chocolate and roasted almonds, with lots of smoky, sweet caramelized new oak. Almost like granola candy now. The tannins are firm, as befits a Diamond Mountain wine, but refined and velvety. Delicious, but not showing much complexity. Could be a teaser. Try in another six years.",,80,90,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,J. Davies 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-davies-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,J. Davies 15.5,Red,Italy,"There's a touch of apple skin or citrus freshness here that gives this wine a bright, polished feel overall. In the mouth, however, this hearty Amarone delivers excellent structure, staying power and long-lasting red fruit flavors.",,75,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Allegrini 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Allegrini 12,Sparkling,France,"Well on the dry side of brut, this wine pushes acidity and the freshest citrus along with an apple-skin texture. It shows some bottle age toastiness, while offering a delicious bright finish.",Extra Brut Premier Cru,,90,Champagne,Champagne,,J. Dumangin Fils NV Extra Brut Premier Cru (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-dumangin-fils-nv-extra-brut-premier-cru-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,J. Dumangin Fils 15,Red,Italy,"This nicely evolved Amarone shows tight, taut tannins and a touch of sour fruit that gives the mouthfeel a fresh but astringent feel. The bouquet shows tones of cherry, dried blueberry, leather and tar.",,40,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Aldegheri 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aldegheri-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Aldegheri 14.5,Red,Italy,"Heavy oak tones of roasted nut or toasted bread give this wine a brawny, masculine feel. In fact, you'll taste some of those new wood tannins in the mouth along with fresh notes of cherry and cassis. Give this Amarone two or three more years of bottle aging to soften up.",Capitel de' Roari,35,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Luigi Righetti 2008 Capitel de' Roari (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-righetti-2008-capitel-roari-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Luigi Righetti 13,White,US,"A pleasing mix of fresh-cut pear, white peach and light tropical fruits, this crisp and well-defined Pinot Gris has plenty of natural acidity and full-bodied flavor.",Croft Vineyard,19,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Arbor Brook 2010 Croft Vineyard Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arborbrook-2010-croft-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Arbor Brook 14.7,Red,US,"This substantial offering sports an excellent structure built upon its clean fruit flavors of cherry and plum. The balanced acids and firm tannins are highlighted with light streaks of earth and tobacco, toast and coffee; the high alcohol does not intrude.",Heritage Cuvée,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Arbor Brook 2009 Heritage Cuvée Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arborbrook-2009-heritage-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Arbor Brook 13.5,Red,Italy,"Mara is a thick and well balanced Ripasso with bright fruit and blackberry contrasted against spice, cola and cedar wood. The wine presents a chewy, soft mouthfeel with milk chocolate on the finish.",Mara,21,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Cesari 2009 Mara (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-2009-mara-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Cesari 16,Red,Italy,"Amarone Cinque Stelle shows fine tertiary aromas of old leather, tobacco box, drying mineral and sundried fruit. The wine imparts a comfy, warm feel that would help it pair with home-cooked meatloaf or beef stew.",Cinque Stelle Collezione Cà del Pipa,75,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Castellani Michele & Figli 2007 Cinque Stelle Collezione Cà del Pipa (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-michele-figli-2007-cinque-stelle-collezione-ca-pipa-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Castellani Michele & Figli 14.7,Red,US,"This special bottling has veins of spice, caraway seed, toast, nougat and earth, erupting as scents and streaking through as hinted flavors. Interesting and complex, though not in any way standard Pinot Noir.",Tall Poppy,60,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Yamhill Valley 2009 Tall Poppy Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yamhill-valley-2009-tall-poppy-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2009,Yamhill Valley 14.5,Red,Chile,"A step up from previous years. It's ripe and minty on the nose, with coconutty oak but also offsetting raspberry and plum aromas. Forward and full, with berry and plum flavors that handle ample toast and mint accents. Spicy, dry, peppery and long on the finish.",La Capitana Barrel Reserve,18,89,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2009 La Capitana Barrel Reserve Merlot (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2009-capitana-barrel-reserve-merlot-cachapoal-valley/,Merlot,2009,Viña La Rosa 12,Sparkling,France,"Fashion designer Christian Audigier has lent his name (and designed the label) to this fruity and mature very dry rosé. It has great raspberry fruit flavors, layered with acidity and lime flavors. Worth aging a few months.",Christian Audigier Rosé Brut,,89,Champagne,Champagne,,J. Dumangin Fils NV Christian Audigier Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-dumangin-fils-nv-christian-audigier-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,J. Dumangin Fils 14.32,Red,US,"A hugely bombastic, tannic Livermore Valley Cab that stays with you, the dark cherry lingering and lingering until the espresso-tinged finish. The wine is a testament to Livermore Valley's (and winemaker Collin Cranor's) propensity for Cab. The wine is sourced from the Del Arroyo Vineyard, with 6% Petit Verdot blended in.",Reserve,36,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Nottingham Cellars 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nottingham-cellars-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Nottingham Cellars 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aged 16 months in traditional oak cask, Seccal is a rich wine loaded with dark chocolate and toasted espresso nut. Ripe fruit, cherry and cassis appear as fresh endnotes following a textured close.",Seccal,25,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Nicolis 2008 Seccal (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2008-seccal-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Nicolis 11.5,White,France,"A very crisp Riesling, all green citrus fruits. It has a core backbone of acidity and stoniness, while also allowing more fruity character to shine. For drinking now.",,28,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht ,Sparkling,France,"There is great richness from ripe Pinot Noir and flavors of creamed apples and pears, yet at the same time there is elegance and power. The richness returns on the aftertaste.",Tradition Brut,48,89,Champagne,Champagne,,De Sousa & Fils NV Tradition Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sousa-fils-nv-tradition-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,De Sousa & Fils 13.3,White,US,"From a biodynamic vineyard, this co-fermented Rhône-style blend is a roughly equal mix of Marsanne, Roussanne and Viognier. Tropical and stone fruits romp across the palate, lightly framed in apple butter, toast and a streak of caramel. Just 25% new French oak was used; the rest neutral.",Spiral 36,22,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Cowhorn 2010 Spiral 36 White (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cowhorn-2010-spiral-36-white-southern-applegate-valley/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Cowhorn 12.3,White,US,"Hints of savory spice and potpourri mingle curiously with aromas of apple cider and honey on this delightfully unique Riesling from Bloomer Creek. Rich and round on the palate, it shows notes of wax and lanolin penetrating through layers of concentrated fruit and leading to a warm, spicy finish.",Tanzen Dame Auten Vineyard Second Harvest,22,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bloomer Creek 2009 Tanzen Dame Auten Vineyard Second Harvest Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloomer-creek-2009-tanzen-dame-auten-vineyard-second-harvest-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Bloomer Creek 13.9,Red,US,"A clonal selection from the Coast Range estate vineyard, this is forward and fruity, with a strong cherry core. Tannins are soft and smooth; excellent for near-term drinking.",Artist Series #8,55,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Trisaetum 2009 Artist Series #8 Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2009-artist-series-8-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2009,Trisaetum 14,Red,Chile,"Stout on the nose, with wild berry, cassis, olive, mint and herbal notes. The palate is structured and strong, with juicy red fruit, vanilla and tobacco flavors. Finishes tight and long, with a touch of astringency and tannic bite. Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère and Cab Franc.",Catalina,40,89,Peumo,,,Santa Ema 2008 Catalina Red (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2008-catalina-red-peumo/,Cabernet Blend,2008,Santa Ema 13.5,Red,US,"Lots of richness in this Cabernet. It shows the sunshiney ripeness of well-grown Napa fruit, bursting with flavors of blackberries, cherries and cassis. Easy to like, with some real complexity.",,19,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Ranch 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-ranch-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Rutherford Ranch 15.2,Red,US,"Riper (at least in the nose and in the mouth) than the 2007, this young wine shows a bouquet of smoke, prunes and raisins, with a liquorous volatility. Still pulling itself together, with ripe fruit, accents of orange peel, baking spices and Christmas cake. But the tannins, for all the fruit ripeness, have a hint of green.",Windrow Vineyards,39,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Tero Estates 2008 Windrow Vineyards Cabernet Franc (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tero-estates-2008-windrow-cabernet-franc-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Tero Estates 14.3,White,Chile,"Full, round and toasty aromas include caramel, baked apple and peach. Melony and smooth in the mouth, with just enough acidic lift to lend added life to sweet butterscotch, vanilla and melony flavors. Warm and creamy on the finish, with a lot of barrel flavor and vanilla.",Cuvée Alexandre Atalayas Vineyard,24,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Lapostolle 2009 Cuvée Alexandre Atalayas Vineyard Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2009-cuvee-alexandre-atalayas-vineyard-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Lapostolle 12,Sparkling,France,"A dry Champagne, so well balanced that the dryness is integrated into fruit and zesty character. Lemon peel, pink grapefruit and intense white fruits all contribute to this excellent Champagne.",Extra Brut,51,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru NV Extra Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-nv-extra-brut-champagne-140583/,Champagne Blend,,Mailly Grand Cru 14.5,Red,Chile,"This four-grape blend mixes Merlot, Syrah, Cab Franc and Malbec. It's big, dark, bulky and rubbery on the nose, but generous. The palate is firm as nails, with concentrated flavors of blackberry and herbs. Has a stylish, ripe side and a fiery rough side.",Corralillo Winemaker's Blend,30,89,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2009 Corralillo Winemaker's Blend Red (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2009-corralillo-winemakers-blend-red-san-antonio/,Red Blend,2009,Matetic 13,White,US,"Tom Meadowcroft's second label, Thomas Henry, is also sourcing from Borden Ranch in Lodi, as is his slightly higher-priced, lower-alcohol Riesling under the Meadowcroft name. This one not as as fragrant at first, more austere, but fully inviting wih melon, honey and pear. Thai food would be the perfect pairing.",Borden Ranch,18,89,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Thomas Henry 2010 Borden Ranch Riesling (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-henry-2010-borden-ranch-riesling-central-valley-lodi/,Riesling,2010,Thomas Henry 14.5,Red,Chile,"Sweet and thick up front, with molasses, creamy oak, vanilla, baked berry and tobacco aromas. The palate is firm and concentrated, with minty black fruit core flavors along with chocolate and cola. Charred and oaky on the finish, with a shot of lemon peel for tartness and crisp balance. From four grapes led by Carmenère.",Lahuen,35,89,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 2008 Lahuen Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2008-lahuen-red-blend-carmenere-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,TerraNoble 15,Red,Italy,"There's a slightly muddled quality to the bouquet of this Amarone that recalls mixed spice, berry confiture and chewy chocolate-hazelnut treats. The wine shows medium density and intensity on the close that ultimately makes it easier to pair with home-cooked foods like lasagna and meatloaf.",,45,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Vigneti Villabella 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-villabella-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Vigneti Villabella 13.5,White,Germany,"Unlike the almost crystalline 2010s from Rheingraf, this seems almost too easy. It boasts aromas of crushed stone and orange blossom, flavors of honey and peach and a lush, softly rounded texture. A GG wine that's already harmonious and ready to drink.",Scharlachberg Bingen Trocken GG,64,89,Rheinhessen,,,Rheingraf 2009 Scharlachberg Bingen Trocken GG Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rheingraf-2009-scharlachberg-bingen-trocken-gg-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Rheingraf 13.5,White,US,"From Rex Hill's oldest estate vineyard, this single-source Pinot Gris is rich and fruity. The full-bodied, fruit-driven flavors carry a hint of botrytis; honeysuckle, bee pollen, peach and papaya.",Jacob-Hart,30,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2009 Jacob-Hart Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2009-jacob-hart-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Rex Hill 13,White,France,"There is good weight and richness in this impressive Pinot Gris. The wine is full of pineapple, tropical fruits and raisins, allied to just the right balance of acidity. The finish is refreshing as well as ripe.",Cuvée Cécile,30,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2009 Cuvée Cécile Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2009-cuvee-cecile-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Lucien Albrecht 13.9,Red,US,"Lush, ripe blueberries and plums meld into hints of dark chocolate and lavender on Lovingston Estate's lovely Josie's Knoll Estate Reserve. It seems a bit soft on entry, yet bright acidity and smooth, furry tannins give the black fruit palate substance and style.",Josie's Knoll Estate Reserve,19,89,Virginia,Monticello,,Lovingston 2008 Josie's Knoll Estate Reserve Red (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lovingston-2008-josies-knoll-estate-reserve-red-monticello/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Lovingston 13.9,Red,US,"An elegant Silver Oak from this very fine vintage. It's soft and herbal, in the way of Alexander Valley Cabernets, with tobacco, blackberry and subtle oak flavors. Drinking well now, and should age for a very long time.",,70,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Silver Oak 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-oak-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Silver Oak ,Sparkling,France,"This is a crisp wine, combining apple freshness with apricot richness. There is a tight edge of acidity and minerality from the chalk soil Chardonnay, although the finish is softer and more creamy.",Gastronome Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs,64,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils 2006 Gastronome Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gimonnet-fils-2006-gastronome-premier-cru-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2006,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils 14.8,Red,US,"Le Cadeau's Diversité bottling captures a whiff or two of funk and earth. The tannic, stem flavors seem appropriate wrapped around black fruits and earth. Barrel aging brings in highlights of roasted coffee beans and bitter chocolate, though it quickly fades.",Diversité,48,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Le Cadeau 2009 Diversité Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cadeau-2009-diversite-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Le Cadeau 14,Red,Chile,"Rooty and well spiced on the bouquet, with light herbal/leafy accents and appealing cassis and berry aromas. The palate is balanced and offers good flow and feel, while the flavors of cassis, dark berry and chocolate are satisfying and smooth. An affordable, quality Cab that delivers the goods.",Single Vineyard,16,89,Maule Valley,,,Oveja Negra 2009 Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oveja-negra-2009-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Oveja Negra 12,Sparkling,France,"A balanced, fruity Champagne, full of white fruit flavors, with a fine lattice of acidity. The wine has a light mineral texture, the flavors full of lemon zest and toast on the finish.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,35,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Vollereaux NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vollereaux-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Vollereaux 14.5,Red,Chile,"Grilled steak, tire rubber and dark fruit aromas are only slightly herbal. The palate shows full saturation and balance, while the flavors of cassis, black cherry and olive are typical for Chile and quite good. Finishes ripe and easy, with cola and herbal shadings.",First Edition,16,89,Cachapoal Valley,,,Valle Secreto 2009 First Edition Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-secreto-2009-first-edition-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Valle Secreto 12,Dessert,Chile,"La Playa knows what it's doing here. This wine is consistently on the money. It delivers clean, straightforward peach and citrus aromas on top of a crisp, linear palate with texture and creaminess along with orange, tangerine and brown sugar flavors. Honeyed and citrusy on the finish.",Late Harvest,14,89,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2009 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2009-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,La Playa 13.5,White,France,"This full, soft, rich and spicy wine shows off the intensity of Pinot Gris. There is an essential amount of acidity lacing around the complex, ripe texture.",Trois Châteaux,39,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2009 Trois Châteaux Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2009-trois-chateaux-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Kuentz-Bas 15,Red,Italy,"There's a note of overripe fruit or strawberry jam at the start here that is followed by prune, cassis, spice, smoke and campfire ash. This Amarone does show nice elegance and smoothness on the finish.",Tenuta Lena di Mezzo,48,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monte del Frà 2007 Tenuta Lena di Mezzo (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-fra-2007-tenuta-lena-mezzo-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Monte del Frà 14.5,Red,France,"From the far south of Alsace, Steinbach is known for its Pinot Noir. This wine has the right ripeness, perhaps almost excessive. It has intense black cherry and red berry fruits lying under the high toast wood. Beware the wax stopper that defeats a corkscrew.",Steinbach,38,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Joseph Cattin 2009 Steinbach Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-cattin-2009-steinbach-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2009,Joseph Cattin 15,Red,Italy,"Barricato is a dark, brawny interpretation of Amarone packed with loads of teriyaki, liquid smoke, Indian spice and dried fruit or currant. Those dark, austere notes continue to the mouth where the wine shows deep power and concentration.",Barricato,50,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Aldegheri 2006 Barricato (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aldegheri-2006-barricato-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Aldegheri 9.1,White,US,"Jasmine blossom perfume trails from start to finish on this beautifully concentrated Late Harvest Riesling. Semisweet with a rich, honeyed palate, it's balanced by whiffs of slate, smoke and petrol that linger through a lime and black tea finish. Lovely to drink now, but could develop further with a few years in the cellar.",Late Harvest,23,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hermann J. Wiemer 2009 Late Harvest Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-j-wiemer-2009-late-harvest-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Hermann J. Wiemer 14,Red,Chile,"Thick and dark at every check point, starting with the wine's minty, herbal, black fruit aromas and descending through a rich, meaty palate toward toasty blackberry and black plum flavors. Spicy, woody and herbal on the finish. A modern, polished, oaky Merlot.",Marques de Casa Concha,22,89,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2009 Marques de Casa Concha Merlot (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-marques-casa-merlot-peumo/,Merlot,2009,Concha y Toro ,Red,US,"A delightful Pinot, loaded with flavors of pie cherries and suggesting light pastry with its kiss of spice and toast.",,25,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Daedalus 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daedalus-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Daedalus 12,Sparkling,France,"Named after one of the founders of Canard-Duchêne, this Pinot Noir-dominated Champagne is packed with intensely textured fruit along with some beginnings of maturity. With its powerful final acidity, it's a food wine.",Cuvée Léonie Brut,,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Canard-Duchêne NV Cuvée Léonie Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canard-duchene-nv-cuvee-leonie-brut-champagne-140161/,Champagne Blend,,Canard-Duchêne 14,Red,Italy,This edition of Ripassa (a Ripasso-style Valpolicella wine) shows impressive intensity and enduring richness that recalls top shelf Amarone. The wine is dark and inky with sweet barbecue aromas and a fresh blast of mature cherry and chocolate on the finish.,Ripassa,28,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Zenato 2008 Ripassa (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2008-ripassa-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Zenato 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A well-balanced Champagne, its apple and citrus texture going well with the bottle-age toast. The wine has richness and bitter almond flavors with a crisp, dry aftertaste. It shows all the fine structure of the vintage.",Brut Millesimé,,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Thiénot 2004 Brut Millesimé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thienot-2004-brut-millesime-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2004,Thiénot 14,Red,Chile,"Perfumed and floral on the bouquet, with cassis, wild berry and mild herbal notes. The palate is racy and a touch clacky in feel, and then you get a full palate of berry fruit, herbs, tobacco and spice flavors. Dry, tasty and composed. 85% Cabernet Sauvignon with 15% Cab Franc.",Potro de Piedra Family Reserve,25,90,Curicó Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2008 Potro de Piedra Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2008-potro-piedra-family-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc,2008,Viña Requingua 13.5,Red,US,Rex Hill makes a wide assortment of Pinots; this sports the black label and is widely available and fruit forward. It's loaded with raspberry and cherry flavors and dusted with a bit of clean earth. There is a typical (for Oregon) streak of Dr. Pepper flavor as well. Overall a nice bottle for immediate enjoyment.,,33,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Rex Hill 11.5,White,Germany,"For a 2009, this has wonderfully vibrant and racy acidity, which balances its slight sense of sweetness perfectly. Scents of petrol and damp moss give way to tart apple, pineapple and citrus flavors, which finish long and crisp.",Herrenberg Superior,62,90,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2009 Herrenberg Superior Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2009-herrenberg-superior-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Maximin Grünhäuser 14,Red,Chile,"Saturated and black as night, with floral aromas mixed with earth, juniper and pruney fruit. Meaty and dark flavors ride on a bed of leathery, grabby tannins. Spicy, meaty and a touch herbal on the grinding, tannic finish.",,86,90,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2008 Syrah (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-san-antonio/,Syrah,2008,Matetic 14.5,Red,US,"A very rich Pinot Noir with a solid core of ripe cherry pie filling, raspberry preserve, orange zest and vanilla oak flavors, accented with bright acidity and zesty baking spices. A flashy wine, but a little disjointed at this point. Give it several years to come around.",Lone Oak Vineyard,50,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Lucienne 2009 Lone Oak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucienne-2009-lone-oak-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lucienne 13,White,France,"Soft wine, dry but with a texture that is creamy, easy and open. The fruit is pure pear and green apples with just a hint of lime. Drink now.",Pfingstberg Grand Cru,43,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2007 Pfingstberg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2007-pfingstberg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Lucien Albrecht 14.65,Red,US,"A blend of all five Bordeaux varieties (61% Cab Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 11% Petit Verdot, 7% Cab Franc and 7% Malbec), mostly from the Del Arroyo Vineyard, Supremacy is young winemaker Collin Cranor's showcase of what the right fruit and the right winemaking in Livermore Valley can do with the right vision. Juicy, full and fruity, the wine has considerable length and texture, great cherry-berry flavors, the whole package decently balanced.",Supremacy,45,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Nottingham Cellars 2008 Supremacy Red (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nottingham-cellars-2008-supremacy-red-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Nottingham Cellars 14.6,Red,US,"This has been an interesting wine from Niner. Last year's bottling was terrific. So's this 2006. At the ripe old age of five, it's still firm in tannins and even has a cut of acidity that gives the blackberry and blueberry fruit a bite. Tastes fresh and lively, and could improve with 5–6 years in the bottle.",Fog Catcher,58,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Niner 2006 Fog Catcher Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2006-fog-catcher-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Niner 16,Red,Italy,"This expression of Amarone shows impressive elegance and restraint with delicate aromas of dried spice, cola, blackberry and smoked bacon. The straightforward, no-fuss approach is ultimately this wine's winning card.",,36,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corte Lenguin 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-lenguin-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Corte Lenguin 15,Red,Italy,"Amarone Torre del Falasco delivers a series of unexpected surprises in terms of its overall elegance and complexity. The wine is redolent of leather, tobacco, barbecue smoke, cherry and sweet cinnamon spice.",Torre del Falasco,40,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 2007 Torre del Falasco (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sociale-della-valpantena-2007-torre-falasco-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2007,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 16.5,Red,Italy,"Made with organically farmed grapes, this luscious expression of Amarone opens with super dark and rich consistency followed by masculine aromas of spice, clove, tobacco and dried prune. It shows plump, chewy tannins with more fruit sweetness than you would otherwise expect.",,55,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cantina Negrar 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-negrar-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Cantina Negrar 11.5,White,Germany,"On the infrequent occasions when Silvaner is good, it can be very good, as evidenced by this wine. Earthy, musky notes and spiced grapefruit on the nose translate into a medium-bodied mélange of pineapple and passion fruit on the palate, with a mineral edge to the crisp finish. Drink now.",Kugelspiel Trocken,27,90,Franken,,,Castell 2010 Kugelspiel Trocken Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2010-kugelspiel-trocken-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2010,Castell ,White,Germany,"Like several other of the '09 Erstes Gewächs, this one seems sweeter than usual, with baked apple and streusel notes turning drier on the lushly textured finish. Delicious over the next few years.",Erbacher Michelmark Erstes Gewächs,57,90,Rheingau,,,Baron Knyphausen 2009 Erbacher Michelmark Erstes Gewächs Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-knyphausen-2009-erbacher-michelmark-erstes-gewachs-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Baron Knyphausen 13.5,Red,Italy,"One of the best Ripasso wines made today, I Progni opens with rich density and soothing aromas of milk chocolate, espresso, ripe cherry, cinnamon spice and toasted almond. The wine show medium, but firm, consistency and a touch of black pepper on the close.",I Progni,35,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Le Salette 2008 I Progni (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-2008-i-progni-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Le Salette 14.3,Red,US,"A beautiful Pinot Noir, crisp and silky, for drinking now. It emphasizes ripe cherry, raspberry, cola and dusty exotic spice flavors that finish dry and fascinating.",,32,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Jigar 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jigar-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Jigar 14.8,Red,US,"Shows tons of extracted cherry, blackberry and cassis flavor, wrapped into sturdy tannins and balanced with fine acidity. Bone dry, too, with a long, spicy finish. A good, sweetly oaky Merlot for drinking now.",,30,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Houdini 2007 Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/houdini-2007-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2007,Houdini 13.5,White,US,"Strikes a nice balance between opulence and subtlety, offering pleasant orange, pear and subtle oak flavors that are balanced with a dry minerality. Feels fine and balanced, an elegant Chardonnay to drink with roast salmon, pork, butternut squash risotto.",Barney's Heritage Cuvee,29,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hawkstone 2010 Barney's Heritage Cuvee Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkstone-2010-barneys-heritage-cuvee-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Hawkstone 13.5,White,Germany,"This is a peachy, plump Riesling that's mouthfilling yet not overly soft. The fruity flavors of peach and melon carry a touch of citrus and mineral on the finish. For drinking now and over the next several years.",Nierstein Trocken,33,90,Rheinhessen,,,Kühling-Gillot 2009 Nierstein Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuhling-gillot-2009-nierstein-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Kühling-Gillot 13,White,Germany,"Seems slightly dark in color—a burnished brass—but with mouthwatering notes of vegetable oil, ripe peach and citrus fruit. It's concentrated to the point of a slight viscosity on the palate, lingering on the finish. A solid effort, if not completely up to expectations.",Königsbacher Idig GG Trocken,75,90,Pfalz,,,A. Christmann 2008 Königsbacher Idig GG Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-christmann-2008-konigsbacher-idig-gg-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2008,A. Christmann 14.1,Red,US,"The most limited bottling at Vista Hills, the Chemeketa shows fine balance. The sweet herb, tart fruit, floral aromas and brown spices are proportionate and well integrated, with a whiff of truffle right at the finish.",Chemeketa Estate,36,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Vista Hills 2009 Chemeketa Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2009-chemeketa-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Vista Hills 13,White,US,"A delightful wine made from this increasingly popular variety, and a great followup to the 2009. Bright acidity frames fresh flavors of oranges, white flowers especially gardenias, and cinnamon. The finish is rich in honey, but somehow manages to be totally dry.",,15,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Birichino 2010 Malvasia Bianca (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/birichino-2010-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-central-coast-monterey/,Malvasia Bianca,2010,Birichino 12,Sparkling,France,"A surprisingly soft wine, showing as much richness as minerality. The wine has weight, some yeasty character with peach and citrus. It finishes with a round, full and creamy character.",Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut,75,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Billecart-Salmon NV Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billecart-salmon-nv-grand-cru-blanc-de-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne-140147/,Chardonnay,,Billecart-Salmon 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of zingy acidity in this Pinot, but also lots of fruit. Explodes in sunny California raspberries, cherries, blackberries and pomegranates, with a rich coating of sweet oak. Drink this flashy wine now and through 2015.",Cohn Vineyard,62,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benovia 2009 Cohn Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benovia-2009-cohn-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Benovia 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a fantastic Ripasso with deep layers of Nutella, chocolate fudge, roasted espresso bean and sweet blackberry pie. It delivers a lush, rich texture and a soft, velvety mouthfeel and impressive intensity on the long finish.",Pa' Riondo,26,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Brunelli 2009 Pa' Riondo (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brunelli-2009-pa-riondo-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Brunelli 16,Red,Italy,"Cherry liqueur, smoke, black pepper, licorice, brown sugar, hummus and steak sauce open the nose of this hearty Amarone. Sweet fruit flavors that recall prune, raisin and currant characterize the close and add a sweet, succulent note to the overall picture.",Riserva del Fondatore,65,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Montresor 2006 Riserva del Fondatore (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-2006-riserva-fondatore-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Montresor 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a delicious and fine Ripasso, with a hint of aged sophistication on the bouquet, that relies on a steady stream of spice, barbecue and dark fruit to gain momentum. The wine's texture is smooth, rich and velvety.",Saustò,37,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Monte dall'Ora 2007 Saustò (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-dallora-2007-sausto-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Monte dall'Ora 14.9,Red,US,"This 100% Sangiovese from this Sierra Foothills Sangiovese specialist has a giant mouthfeel, full of plummy and earthy dark cherry and caramel molasses. As big as the wine is, the tannins are softened and the wine has a long finish. An excellent wine to pair with Italian sausage, risotto or so many other Italian-inspired meals.",Marmellata,28,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Noceto 2008 Marmellata Sangiovese (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noceto-2008-marmellata-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sangiovese,2008,Noceto 12,Sparkling,France,"Attractive orange- and pink- colored Champagne, dry and fruity, with intense acidity to go with the lemon and pink grapefruit flavors. The wine feels light, delicate, the aftertaste very crisp.",Rosé Majeur Brut,53,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Ayala NV Rosé Majeur Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ayala-nv-rose-majeur-brut-champagne-140145/,Champagne Blend,,Ayala 14.1,Red,US,"The grapes from this blend come from some of Napa's best vineyards. The wine is soft, fruity and frankly delicious, with waves of berries, cherries, spices and caramelized new French oak. Dazzles now for sheer decadence, but so rich, it's hard to tell where it's going.",Proprietary Red Wine,88,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Alpha Omega 2008 Proprietary Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-omega-2008-proprietary-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Alpha Omega 11.5,White,Germany,"This is a richly textured dry Riesling, almost gravelly in the way it crosses the palate to deliver standard apple and citrus flavors but also exotic hints of passion fruit, honey and crushed stone. Drink now–2016.",Dry-Style,17,90,Pfalz,,,Fitz-Ritter 2009 Dry-Style Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitz-ritter-2009-dry-style-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2009,Fitz-Ritter 13.5,White,Germany,"Smoky and diesel-scented, with bold baked apple and pear flavors and a dash of cinnamon. This is a big, impressively endowed Riesling that features just a touch of sweetness, balanced by dry spices on the finish.",Nierstein Pettenthal GG Trocken,,90,Rheinhessen,,,Kühling-Gillot 2008 Nierstein Pettenthal GG Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuhling-gillot-2008-nierstein-pettenthal-gg-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Kühling-Gillot 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet for drinking now with fine roasts and grills. It's dry and full-bodied, with firm tannins framing spicy flavors of blackberries and plums, as well as a sweet edge of smoky oak. One of the best Dry Creek Cabernets of the vintage, at a fair price.",,24,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Jigar 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jigar-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Jigar 14.5,Red,US,"Smooth and rich, a lovely wine to open over the next few years and drink with upscale food. Made from 100% Cabernet, it's dry, full-bodied and complex in blackberry, cassis and mineral flavors, and the tannins, while thick, are ultrarefined and silky.",,48,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hunnicutt 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunnicutt-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hunnicutt 15,Red,Italy,"Manara's Amarone would pair with pork roasted with dried plums, turkey stuffed with chestnuts or lamb and mint marinade. Those sweet and sour notes will help highlight the wine's roasted apple, cherry and dark chocolate aromas.",,34,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Manara 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manara-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Manara 12,Sparkling,France,"A glass filled with a pink sunset, fresh and flavored with raspberry fruits, very textured, heading towards dry. It is fruity, with lively acidity, bright and alert.",Brut Rosé,56,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-nv-brut-rose-champagne-140544/,Champagne Blend,,Mailly Grand Cru 12,Sparkling,France,"Full-bodied Champagne that feels rich with its pear and apricot juice flavors. It has weight, an apple skin texture and a soft, creamy aftertaste. It would be worth aging for a few more years.",Brut Saphir,60,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Barthélémy 2005 Brut Saphir (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-barthelemy-2005-brut-saphir-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Louis Barthélémy 15,Red,Italy,"Vintner Gaetano Bertani delivers a dark and delicious Amarone with bright fruit tones, loads of dried spice, leather and tobacco. The wine presents a soft, sweet sensation in the mouth thanks to its chewy tannins and fruity finish.",,75,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tenuta Santa Maria alla Pieve 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santa-maria-alla-pieve-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Tenuta Santa Maria alla Pieve 13.5,Red,Italy,"Speri's delicious Ripasso offers thick concentration and pulpy notes of chocolate and black cherry. The wine is soft, velvety and would pair well with oven-baked pasta topped with hearty meat ragú.",,25,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Speri 2009 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-2009-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Speri 15.5,Red,Italy,"This is an interesting wine that shows a touch of those bright red apple aromas you sometimes find with Amarone, but in this case, that slight volatility adds focus and positive intensity. In fact, there is balance here between the wine's thick concentration and natural fruit. Don't wait too long to drink it.",,65,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Villa Monteleone 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-monteleone-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Villa Monteleone 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a well-evolved and sophisticated expression of Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara grapes (the traditional blend of most Valpolicella wines) that opens with intense aromas of barbecue spice, dark chocolate, prune, cola and cherry liqueur.",Semonte Alto,25,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Venturini Massimino 2007 Semonte Alto (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venturini-massimino-2007-semonte-alto-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Venturini Massimino 14.9,White,US,"Earns its high score by virtue of complexity and interest, but be warned, it's a very particular wine. Mineral-driven fruit stars front and center, and, with no malolactic fermentation, the acidity is extraordinary, even searing.",Villa Mille Rose Vineyard Unoaked,45,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Veedercrest 2009 Villa Mille Rose Vineyard Unoaked Chardonnay (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veedercrest-2009-villa-mille-rose-vineyard-unoaked-chardonnay-napa-oakville/,Chardonnay,2009,Veedercrest 15,Red,Italy,"A careful wood regime has helped to shape dark and sophisticated aromas of leather and tobacco followed by brighter tones of cola and red cherry. The wine doesn't vaunt huge aromatic intensity, but it does delivers delicious length and persistency instead.",La Bastia Ca' dè Rocchi,28,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tinazzi 2007 La Bastia Ca' dè Rocchi (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinazzi-2007-bastia-ca-rocchi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Tinazzi 15.5,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Amarone shows drying aromas of polished mineral, ash, smoke, dried fruit and black licorice. There's a touch of sweetness on the close followed by brown sugar and teriyaki sauce. Drink now.",Brolo delle Giare Riserva,70,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena,,Tezza 2003 Brolo delle Giare Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tezza-2003-brolo-delle-giare-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-valpantena/,Corvina,2003,Tezza ,Red,US,"A round, fruit-powered, appealing mix of delicious citrus, berry and plum flavors. Highlights of orange peel and baking spices are underscored by bracing acidity. Sourced entirely from the Clawson Creek estate vineyard.",Angela,50,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Clawson Creek 2009 Angela Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clawson-creek-2009-angela-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2009,Clawson Creek 12.5,White,France,"A sweet wine, but lively, touched by honey, its acidity coming through as delicious final fruit and spice.",Herrenweg de Turckheim Vieilles Vignes,55,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Herrenweg de Turckheim Vieilles Vignes Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-herrenweg-turckheim-vieilles-vignes-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht ,Sparkling,France,A ripe and rounded wine with a touch of oygenation to give extra complexity and ripe fruit. Flavors are of pineapple and peach as well as a good citric content. Elegant and fresh as well as rich.,Blanc de Blancs Réserve Brut,56,90,Champagne,Champagne,,De Sousa & Fils NV Blanc de Blancs Réserve Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sousa-fils-nv-blanc-blancs-reserve-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,De Sousa & Fils 14.9,Red,US,"New oak dominates this wine, giving it aromas of toast and vanilla. After decanting, the air brings out interesting notes of dried herbs and blackberries. Tastes very rich and flamboyant, almost sweet, like a chocolate berry pastry, and should develop over the next few years. Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.",Meritaggio,55,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,David Arthur 2008 Meritaggio Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-arthur-2008-meritaggio-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,David Arthur 15,Red,Italy,"Dark coffee, roasted espresso bean, vanilla and cured meat are backed by sweeter tones of ripe cherry and blackberry jelly. This is a soft, sweet Amarone with chewy tannins that fuel a long, mocha-rich finish.",,50,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Farina 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farina-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Farina 12,Sparkling,France,"The style of this creamy wine seems to have become drier, giving a steely tight character to go with the apple and citrus flavors. The result is attractive, very fresh, ready to drink.",Demoiselle Tête de Cuvée Brut,40,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken NV Demoiselle Tête de Cuvée Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-nv-demoiselle-tete-de-cuvee-brut-champagne-140148/,Champagne Blend,,Vranken 14.6,Red,US,"This wine is full-bodied and extraordinarily rich, with massive blackberry and blueberry jam, Canadian bacon, sandalwood and pepper flavors. It's so sweetly delicious, you just want to keep on drinking. Almost too much of a good thing, though.",Fairview Vineyard,39,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Wrath 2009 Fairview Vineyard Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2009-fairview-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2009,Wrath 15.5,Red,Italy,"With two years of oak aging, this dark Amarone delivers rich aromas of dark fruit, spice, root beer and black asphalt. It shows brightness and intensity with lingering tones of cedar and dried tobacco leaf.",Tenuta Lena di Mezzo Scarnocchio,60,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monte del Frà 2006 Tenuta Lena di Mezzo Scarnocchio (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-fra-2006-tenuta-lena-mezzo-scarnocchio-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Monte del Frà 12,Sparkling,France,"From the village of Bouzy, this is a full-bodied Champagne, with a yeasty edge to balance the textured apple and fresh apricot. This ripe style makes a great food-friendly Champagne.",Bouzy Grand Cru Brut,40,90,Champagne,Champagne,,P. Louis Martini NV Bouzy Grand Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/p-louis-martini-nv-bouzy-grand-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,P. Louis Martini 12,Sparkling,France,"Delicate rosé, both in color and in its attractive red fruit and apple flavors. The Champagne is balanced, its acidity and the soft dosage in great harmony. There is just a hint of bottle age to give extra complexity.",Brut Rubis Rosé,45,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Barthélémy NV Brut Rubis Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-barthelemy-nv-brut-rubis-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Barthélémy 13.5,Red,US,"Put this against far more expensive Napa Cabs, and it stands up well. It's dry, rich and smooth in tannins, and ripe in blackberries, cherries, cocoa and oak. Just proves you don't have to spend a fortune for a really nice Cabernet.",,18,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Q 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/q-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Q 13.3,White,US,"Bright with scents and flavors of apples and pears, this fresh and spicy young wine is bone dry, moderately low in alcohol and utterly delicious. It couldn't be more refreshing.",,15,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2010 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Ponzi 13.8,Red,US,"A delightful nose that doesn't push too hard brings strawberries, spiced cherries and a whiff of licorice to the front. The flavors follow, touched ever so lightly with a hint of leather. It turns a little sharp and herbal in the finish, but that may simply be a sign of its youth.",,35,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Ponzi 14.5,White,Chile,"A rich wine with ample barrel influence on the nose along with white fruit aromas. Healthy and big in the mouth, with a flavor profile that blends tropical flavors with citrus. Deep and lightly toasted on the finish, with an excellent feel and texture out the door. Noticeably less oaky than in the past.",Amelia Limited Release,35,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2009 Amelia Limited Release Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-amelia-limited-release-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Concha y Toro 14.3,White,US,"Tastes fruity and tart in Lifesaver orange, lemon and apricot flavors, enriched with oak and brightened with beautifully crisp acidity. Feels strong and flattering now. Let it breathe in the glass.",Rochioli-Allen Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2008 Rochioli-Allen Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2008-rochioli-allen-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Gary Farrell 16.5,Red,Italy,"Clove, cinnamon, prune and aromas of cured beef or smoked ham open this densely extracted Amarone. The mouthfeel is sweet, textured and chewy and this is definitely one of those “big boy” wines that rewards loads of intensity and charm to those who appreciate a bold style.",Campo Leòn,50,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Latium di Morini 2007 Campo Leòn (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latium-morini-2007-campo-leon-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2007,Latium di Morini 13,White,France,"The name Trois Châteaux comes from the towers of the three castles that line the hill above Husseren-les-Châteaux. The Riesling in this range is full while elegant, intensely perfumed and floral, laced with vivid acidity.",Trois Châteaux,33,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2009 Trois Châteaux Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2009-trois-chateaux-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Kuentz-Bas 13.5,White,US,"The old vine designation, though unregulated, is usually reserved for plantings at least a quarter century old. Though the first sniff suggests a wine that has been over-oaked, such is not the case. It has the concentration and fruit power—layers of citrus and stone fruit flavors—along with the depth and texture that older vines bring, to more than support the generous new oak.",Old Vine,78,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2009 Old Vine Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2009-old-vine-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Rex Hill 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Corvina (85%) with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this red blend from near Verona in northern Italy offers cooked fruit, blackberry, cola, barbecue smoke and cured beef aromas. There's a finely aged quality to the bouquet and mouthfeel.",Arlèo,45,90,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Santa Sofia 2003 Arlèo Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-2003-arleo-red-rosso-veronese/,Red Blend,2003,Santa Sofia 12,Sparkling,France,"Part of a range of wines created by Jean-Charles Boisset of Boisset Family Estates. This Crémant is crisply apple and lemon flavored, a bone-dry, textured wine that is destined for food. It finishes with elegant acidity.",No. 21,20,90,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,JCB NV No. 21 (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jcb-nv-no-21-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,,JCB 14,Red,Italy,"Caterina Zardini delivers a home-run Valpolicella blend with loads of concentration and charismatic aromas of ripe fruit, spice, blackberry and chocolate. There are light mineral shadings at the back of the wine's soft, lush mouthfeel.",Caterina Zardini,33,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Giuseppe Campagnola 2009 Caterina Zardini (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-campagnola-2009-caterina-zardini-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2009,Giuseppe Campagnola 17.5,Red,Italy,"Amarone Alteo is a dark, savory red wine with masculine aromas of spice, tobacco, leather, licorice and loads of jammy fruit and black currant. In fact, the brightness of the fruit is ultimately what distinguishes this lush, powerful (with 17.5% alcohol) blend.",Alteo,100,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Gino Fasoli 2006 Alteo (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gino-fasoli-2006-alteo-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Gino Fasoli 12,Sparkling,France,"One of a new range of single-varietal Champagnes named after Dumangin ancestors, this Blanc de Blancs is indeed dry, while buoyed by the apple and flint character, with a tight center and an elegant finish.",Cuvée Firmin Brut Nature,145,90,Champagne,Champagne,,J. Dumangin Fils NV Cuvée Firmin Brut Nature Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-dumangin-fils-nv-cuvee-firmin-brut-nature-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,J. Dumangin Fils 12,Sparkling,France,"A rich wine, full of delicious fruit as well as a yeasty, toasty character. It has a nervy, mineral edge but that's much less dominant than the ripe pink grapefruit and lime fruit.",Blanc de Blancs,70,90,Champagne,Champagne,,J. de Telmont 2004 Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-telmont-2004-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2004,J. de Telmont 12,Sparkling,France,"As rich and intense as the same producer's Non Vintage Brut, this is a ripe finely textured wine, its acidity giving great freshness to the red berry fruits. Grand Cru vineyards speak tellingly.",Bouzy Grand Cru Brut Rosé,45,90,Champagne,Champagne,,P. Louis Martini NV Bouzy Grand Cru Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/p-louis-martini-nv-bouzy-grand-cru-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,P. Louis Martini 12.5,Sparkling,France,"With its extra touch of richness and a feeling of maturity, this remains a benchmark nonvintage Champagne. It has flavors of ripe white fruits, balancing acidity with just a touch of final softness.",Extra Cuvée de Réserve White Foil Brut,50,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Pol Roger NV Extra Cuvée de Réserve White Foil Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pol-roger-nv-extra-cuvee-reserve-white-foil-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Pol Roger 12,Sparkling,France,"Tight, textured wine with delicious green apple and mineral character. The wine has some softness, but is more dominated by a fine steel core of acidity. It could age well.",Millésime Brut,59,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Philippe Prié 2002 Millésime Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-prie-2002-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2002,Philippe Prié 13.3,Red,US,"Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with the balance Merlot, this is a delicious wine for drinking now. It's rich and succulent in berries, cherries, currants, dark chocolate and cedar, and the tannins are soft and refined. Given Monte Bello's history of extreme ageworthiness, you might want to cellar it for an extended period of time.",Monte Bello,145,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ridge 2008 Monte Bello Red (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2008-monte-bello-red-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Ridge 14.5,Red,Chile,"Black fruit, mint, baking spices and herbal aromas all knit together well on the bouquet. The palate has a tightness to it but also good richness, while the flavors of cassis, black cherry and tobacco are true to Chile and expressive. Dark, smoky and savory on the finish.",Single Vineyard,18,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Chilcas 2009 Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2009-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Chilcas 13.5,White,Germany,"Rich, oily and just slightly sweet, this is a broad-shouldered Riesling, redolent of honey, heating oil and wet rocks. It's powerful and concentrated without being fruity, delivering instead a mouthful of stones and spice and ending with a peppery bite.",Kiedrich Gräfenberg Erstes Gewächs Trocken,76,90,Rheingau,,,Robert Weil 2009 Kiedrich Gräfenberg Erstes Gewächs Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-weil-2009-kiedrich-grafenberg-erstes-gewachs-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Robert Weil 13.5,White,US,"Zesty acidity gives the perfect lift to this rich Chardonnay. It brims with flavors of pineapples, mangoes, limes, buttered toast, vanilla and cinnamon spice.",,24,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Stephen Ross 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Stephen Ross 14.3,Red,US,"This is a big, concentrated and rather Burgundian Pinot Noir. It shows powerful flavors of cherry pie, cola, rhubarbs, pomegranates and dried herbs, with an earthy, mushroomy complexity. Feels young and tannic and thick in wood sap, yet its future is hard to predict.",Freestone Hill Vineyard,60,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2009 Freestone Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2009-freestone-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,J Vineyards & Winery 14,White,France,"There is good balanced intensity here. The varietal character shows through in the lychee and white peach flavors, with sufficient acidity lacing through. It is rich, packed with ripe flavors, hinting at a terroir-driven mineral character.",Steinert Grand Cru,45,90,Alsace,Alsace,,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 2008 Steinert Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-pfaffenheim-2008-steinert-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 15,Red,Italy,"Costasera is a dark, brooding wine that boasts a dark side, aromatically speaking, in the form of Indian spice, clove, cola, cured meat, bresaola, blackberry and currant. The mouthfeel is dense, chewy and very, very opulent.",Costasera,60,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2007 Costasera (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2007-costasera-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Masi 14.9,Red,US,"So extracted in fruit and oak now, it's almost rude, with the blackberry, currant, cassis liqueur and sweet toast flavors swamping the palate. There's no doubting its Napa ripeness, or how smooth and refined the tannins are. The question is whether the power eventually will mellow with age. Although this isn't the winery's best Wurtele bottling, it should gain traction over the next eight years, and possibly longer.",Wurtele Vineyard,65,90,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 2008 Wurtele Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2008-wurtele-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Terra Valentine 13.5,Red,Italy,"Santa Margherita (of Pinot Grigio fame) has crafted an elegant Chianti Classico Riserva that offers bright berry nuances followed by hints of blue flowers, cola and moist earth. This is not an overextracted or overly dense wine, instead it makes an easy companion to most foods from pasta to meat.",Riserva,20,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Santa Margherita 2007 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-margherita-2007-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Santa Margherita 13.5,White,Germany,"Subtle and refined, boasting an elegant combination of ripe apples and honey with crisp, intensely citrusy acids. It's ripe but zesty, with a long, mouthwatering finish.",Bingen Trocken,41,90,Rheinhessen,,,Rheingraf 2010 Bingen Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rheingraf-2010-bingen-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2010,Rheingraf 15,Red,Italy,"Amarone Postera delivers opulent sweetness and softness followed by tones of red apple, dried raspberry, crushed peppercorn, Spanish cedar and brown sugar. The tannins are polished and fine, giving the wine a long, clean feel on the close.",Postera,40,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Manara 2006 Postera (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manara-2006-postera-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Manara 12,Sparkling,France,"A full-bodied, fruity Champagne with ripe, intense strawberry fruit flavors. Like its partner brut, this rosé is still young, needing time to develop secondary flavors, while delicious now.",L'Intemporelle Rosé Brut,92,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru 2006 L'Intemporelle Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-2006-lintemporelle-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2006,Mailly Grand Cru 16,Red,Italy,"Amarone Capitel Monte Olmi opens with inky, dark concentration and lush aromas of ripe fruit, blackberry preserves, cola, tar, licorice, dried herbs and black olive. The wine presents thick, bittersweet tannins on the end and a long, fruit-driven close.",Capitel Monte Olmi,90,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tedeschi 2006 Capitel Monte Olmi (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2006-capitel-monte-olmi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Tedeschi 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A completely convincing sweet Champagne, balancing the natural acidity of the region with the higher dosage. The wine is fruity, with peach and lemon juice combining easily. A wine for fish, shellfish, or just by itself.",Extra Cuvée de Réserve Rich,65,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Pol Roger NV Extra Cuvée de Réserve Rich (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pol-roger-nv-extra-cuvee-reserve-rich-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Pol Roger 12,Sparkling,France,"Its patterned bottle always makes a showing. Now the contents are living up to the bottle, a dry and balanced wine, richly fruity with red berries and showing some toasty bottle age.",Diamant Rosé Brut,75,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken NV Diamant Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-nv-diamant-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Vranken 15.5,Red,Italy,This co-operative winery has been showing fantastic results this year across the board. Its newest release of Amarone offers chocolate and red cherry intensity followed by Indian spice and a touch of freshly ground white pepper.,,,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Domìni Veneti 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2008-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Domìni Veneti 12.5,White,France,"This full-bodied wine with its spice and creamed pear fruit flavors, feels rich and smooth. Structured and textured, the balanced acidity shows through well, giving a warm, off-dry aftertaste.",Vin de Pistolet d'Obernai,24,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Seilly 2008 Vin de Pistolet d'Obernai White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-seilly-2008-vin-pistolet-dobernai-white-alsace/,White Blend,2008,Domaine Seilly 14,White,France,"Pale gold in color, this is a sweet Gewürztraminer, with as much rounded fruit as spice. Honey and pineapple join pepper and cinnamon in this opulent wine. Beware, there is no sweetness indication on the bottle.",Pfersigberg Grand Cru,,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Emile Beyer 2008 Pfersigberg Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emile-beyer-2008-pfersigberg-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Emile Beyer 15,Red,Italy,"Moist tobacco and Spanish cedar lend a soft, chewy element to this rich Amarone that is otherwise characterized by black cherry, prune and sun-dried raspberry. The plump, slightly sweet mouthfeel offers a twist of smoke, ash and gritty spice on the close.",Terre di San Zeno,55,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corteforte 2004 Terre di San Zeno (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corteforte-2004-terre-san-zeno-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Corteforte 14,White,Germany,"This is a big, powerfully built Riesling, almost oily in texture, with green apple, wet stone and honey notes accented by peppery spice. Long and mouthcoating on the finish; impressive.",Rüdesheim Berg Schlossberg Erstes Gewächs Trocken,81,91,Rheingau,,,August Kesseler 2009 Rüdesheim Berg Schlossberg Erstes Gewächs Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-kesseler-2009-rudesheim-berg-schlossberg-erstes-gewachs-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,August Kesseler 12,White,Germany,"Kalkmergel refers to the chalky marl soils, which are said to yield powerful and mineral wines. This is a wonderfully complex example, with scents of musk, quince and brine all combining easily into a knockout aroma. It's citrusy and fresh, with a long, mouthwatering finish. Drink now–2016, possibly longer.",Kalkmergel Spätlese Trocken,35,91,Pfalz,,,Knipser 2009 Kalkmergel Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knipser-2009-kalkmergel-spatlese-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2009,Knipser 12,Sparkling,France,"Definitely dry, very crisp while having some ripe flavors. The wine has weight and intensity of white fruits, acidity and lime. At the end, this impressive wine leaves a wealth of textured flavors in the mouth.",Vintage Brut Premier Cru,95,91,Champagne,Champagne,,J. Dumangin Fils 2003 Vintage Brut Premier Cru (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-dumangin-fils-2003-vintage-brut-premier-cru-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2003,J. Dumangin Fils 13.5,White,US,"Done in 100% stainless steel and left sur lie for eight months, this intensely fruity, spicy Pinot Gris could be the archetype for the Oregon style. Bold pear fruit is set in citrusy acids and dotted with cinnamon spice. Fresh, crisp and full-bodied.",Domaine,25,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2009 Domaine Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2009-domaine-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2009,King Estate 14.7,Red,US,"Dark and smoky, this bold and full-bodied Pinot Noir does not shy away from the Oregon Pinot flavor markers of peppery herbs. But it's all in proportion, and the herbal streaks are comfortably set in fully ripe black fruit flavors.",Equinoxe,48,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Le Cadeau 2009 Equinoxe Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cadeau-2009-equinoxe-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Le Cadeau 13,White,France,"A concentrated, fruity wine with intense white fruit flavors. It is very textured, nervy, full of acidity and crisp apple. A wine that has weight and could age for several years.",Collection,,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2009 Collection Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2009-collection-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Kuentz-Bas 16,Red,Italy,"As its name suggests, Barriques relies on small French oak barrels for its intensity and spicy, dark complexity. It works well as a whole because fresh notes of cherry and plum manage to peek through the toast, mesquite and smoked bacon.",Barriques,60,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Zeni 2006 Barriques (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zeni-2006-barriques-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Zeni 13,White,France,"A great partner for rich sauced fish or pâté, this beautiful wine is relatively sweet, full of gently honeyed fruit, naturally full-bodied. The acidity is a light addition to the weighty texture.",Pfersigberg Grand Cru,40,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Wolfberger 2009 Pfersigberg Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolfberger-2009-pfersigberg-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Wolfberger ,Sparkling,France,"Made with a high proportion of Pinot Meunier, this is elegant, fruity, with plenty of good acidity and a wonderful floral character. It is so fruity, fresh, a wine for real enjoyment.",Brut Réserve,,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Billecart-Salmon NV Brut Réserve (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billecart-salmon-nv-brut-reserve-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Billecart-Salmon 12,Dessert,Chile,"Pungent and pretty right off the bat, with tangerine and apricot aromas. The viscosity and texture are excellent, while the concentrated flavor profile vacillates between sweet honey and cinnamon and fruity orange. Wonderfully ripe, elegant and pure; drink now through 2013.",Edición Limitada Golden Harvest,22,91,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2007 Edición Limitada Golden Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2007-edicion-limitada-golden-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Morandé 15.5,Red,Italy,"This plump, ruby-colored Amarone shows extreme clarity and sharpness thanks to its etched aromas of soya sauce, root beer, toasted cashew and blackberry jam. The best part is that it's a totally drinkable wine without the cloying chewiness you sometimes get with appassimento.",,77,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Monte dall'Ora 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-dallora-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Monte dall'Ora 14.5,Red,US,"Newsome-Harlow's Shake Ridge is true to its famous Foothills vineyard source year after year and 2009 is no exception. The wine is a little muted at first, gamey even, with looming, site-specific, tarry structure. Give it a rest and it should open up in beautiful ways, its big, blueberry bones impeccably tamed.",Shake Ridge Ranch,36,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Newsome-Harlow 2009 Shake Ridge Ranch Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2009-shake-ridge-ranch-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Newsome-Harlow 12.5,White,France,"This is an intensely aromatic wine that follows through to a complex palate of white fruit, almond, thyme and fresh acidity. It is dry, with a steely edge, likely to age for several years.",Steinert Grand Cru,45,91,Alsace,Alsace,,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 2009 Steinert Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-pfaffenheim-2009-steinert-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 13,White,France,"Very spicy, lychee-flavored wine, rich and concentrated. It is full of this perfumed character, with pepper, sweet spice and an edge of honey.",Hatschbourg Grand Cru,25,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Joseph Cattin 2009 Hatschbourg Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-cattin-2009-hatschbourg-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Joseph Cattin 13.5,White,US,"Made without oak, this is a beautiful, stylish and elegant young wine to drink now. Blended with some Sémillon for buttery fat, it highlights lime, green grass, white peach and white pepper flavors, brightened with brisk acidity. Achieves an unusual level of control and complexity, especially at this price.",,18,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Heritance 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritance-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Heritance 11.5,Dessert,France,"The chart on the back label says it's really sweet, and yet this late harvest Muscat feels so light, not cloying. The perfume of the fruit is given so much weight by the extra honeyed character, it creates a totally decadent, up-front wine.",Vorbourg Grand Cru Vendanges Tardives,76,91,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2009 Vorbourg Grand Cru Vendanges Tardives Muscat (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2009-vorbourg-grand-cru-vendanges-tardives-muscat-alsace/,Muscat,2009,René Muré 16,Red,Italy,"This vineyard-designate Amarone shows unique characteristics and elegant mineral notes that give it a pristine bouquet and help to cement a sense of place. The wine is structured and opulent in the mouth with long, polished tannins.",Vigneto Tremenel,65,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Villa Erbice 2006 Vigneto Tremenel (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-erbice-2006-vigneto-tremenel-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Villa Erbice 11.5,White,Germany,"Because of the vintage, this is atypically lush and plump for a dry Mosel Riesling, but it's also wonderfully complex for the price. Scents of struck flint, honey and brine dominate the nose, while the flavors are of ripe peach and honey; it seems soft but ends with a salty-minerally tang. For near-term consumption.",Hospitian Kabinett Trocken,18,91,Mosel,,,Vereinigte Hospitien 2009 Hospitian Kabinett Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vereinigte-hospitien-2009-hospitian-kabinett-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Vereinigte Hospitien 15,Red,Italy,"Dark, thick and syrupy, this savory Amarone delivers notes of Indian spice, Teriyaki, molasses, plum and dark berry fruit. It has a noticeably sweet finish with plump flavors of cherry and strawberry jam.",,120,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Trabucchi d'Illasi 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trabucchi-dillasi-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Trabucchi d'Illasi 16,Red,Italy,"Amarone Gaso delivers thick concentration and dark tones of cooked apple, blackberry spice and leather. The wine is soft and chewy with loads of ripe fruit on the sweet, succulent close.",Gaso,,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,San Rustico 2005 Gaso (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-rustico-2005-gaso-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,San Rustico 14.5,Red,Chile,"About as dense, lush and ripe as you can get without teetering over the edge. Along the way there's mint, tobacco, cedar and heavy raisin/plum fruit aromas. Big and broad across the tongue, with sweet boysenberry, cassis and chocolate flavors. This is to wine what Guinness Stout is to beer.",Carmín de Peumo,149,91,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2007 Carmín de Peumo Carmenère (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2007-carmin-peumo-carmenere-peumo/,Carmenère,2007,Concha y Toro 15,Red,Italy,"Cesari's beautiful base Amarone shows the potential of the successful 2007 vintage. There's elegance and measured intensity here (a good thing) with pretty background shadings of soy, cola, ripe fruit and dried tobacco.",,50,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cesari 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Cesari 13.9,White,US,"A winner all the way. Estate grown, brilliant green/gold in color, bursting with luscious fruit flavors of lemon and apricot, lemon zest and more. A subtle streak of bee pollen (like dry honey) adds interest, and a tight, piercing spine with suggestions of citrus oil and pine needle keep the tongue wagging happily.",,20,91,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,RoxyAnn 2009 Roussanne (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roxyann-2009-roussanne-southern-rogue-valley/,Roussanne,2009,RoxyAnn 14.1,Red,US,"tannic, muscular, chewy Pinot Noir, blending grapes from Trisaetum's two estate vineyards. It showcases rich black fruits set in a layer of clean loam, with cola highlights and medium length.",Artist Series #7,55,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Trisaetum 2009 Artist Series #7 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2009-artist-series-7-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Trisaetum 13.5,Red,US,"Smoky and supple, aromatic and fine, this elegant and appealing Pinot Noir from a new Ribbon Ridge producer simply seduces. Plum, berry and cherry fruit glides smoothly into soft, polished tannins, with just the right dollop of milk chocolate in the finish.",Estate,38,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Utopia 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/utopia-2008-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2008,Utopia 14.5,Red,Chile,"Concentrated blackberry and dark plum aromas offer up tobacco and dried spice notes. The wine is juicy yet full-bodied, with oaky coconut flavors accenting blackberry, black olive and leather. Fades out smooth and layered. A perennial leader among Chilean Syrah.",Corralillo,28,91,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2009 Corralillo Syrah (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2009-corralillo-shiraz-syrah-syrah-san-antonio/,Syrah,2009,Matetic 11.5,White,Germany,"This historic estate has turned out a terrific example of dry Riesling at a great price. It's simultaneously flinty and fruity, with Pfalz-characteristic brininess that makes the pear, melon and citrus flavors really pop. Lingering and stony on the finish.",Trocken,17,91,Pfalz,,,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan 2009 Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geh-rat-dr-von-bassermann-jordan-2009-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2009,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan 14,White,France,"The weight of the wine is palpable. It has rich spice and great pineapple and mango flavors. As a contrast, there is a lightness of touch that is the Kuentz-Bas hallmark, a final freshness that gives elegance to the powerful wine. Age for 3–5 years.",Pfersigberg Grand Cru,52,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2009 Pfersigberg Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2009-pfersigberg-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Kuentz-Bas 13,White,Germany,"Just a shade less potent than Rheingraf's Alte Reben bottling, this is nevertheless excellent, and a great value. Hints of honey, truffle and wet stones combine easily into a harmonious wine that finishes with great energy and length.",Trocken,23,91,Rheinhessen,,,Rheingraf 2010 Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rheingraf-2010-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2010,Rheingraf 14.5,Red,Chile,"Powerful and also elegant for New World Syrah. The nose offers fine herbs, tobacco and sly berry fruit aromas. It's rich and full in the mouth, with layereing and ripe flavors of black raspberry and plum. A supercharged wine that's generous but not overdone.",Royale,26,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Koyle 2008 Royale Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koyle-2008-royale-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2008,Koyle 14.4,Red,US,"Winemaker Scott Klann does Calaveras County proud with this Zin from several area vineyards, its fruit slightly more subdued at first than in his single-vineyard efforts but still buzzing with raspberry and blueberry goodness, plenty of Zinny spice and a rocking, savory finish.",,22,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Newsome-Harlow 2009 Zinfandel (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2009-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Newsome-Harlow 12,Sparkling,France,"Ayala has made something of a specialty of very dry Champagne, and this delicate and deliciously food-friendly wine shows why. It is so well balanced, the bone dry citrus flavors integrated into the nervy texture. It would be worth aging a few months.",Brut Nature,45,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Ayala NV Brut Nature (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ayala-nv-brut-nature-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Ayala 14.5,Red,US,"Guenoc/Langtry makes a more accessible, $17 Petite Sirah under its Guenoc label but for true Petite Sirah aficionados this Serpentine Meadow vineyard-designated wine is really the one to reach for. Closed at first, the wine is dark, earthy and tannic, heady with blackberry and cherry but especially licorice, with a well-executed, balanced finish. Could cellar 3–5 years at least.",Serpentine Meadow Vineyard,40,91,California,Lake County,Guenoc Valley,Langtry 2007 Serpentine Meadow Vineyard Petite Sirah (Guenoc Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langtry-2007-serpentine-meadow-vineyard-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-guenoc-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Langtry 12,Sparkling,France,"This bone-dry rosé in fact tastes rich, with yeast and raspberry flavors overlying the tight acidity. Yes, it is dry, very zesty, a wine that happily shocks us with its dry aftertaste.",Cuvée Rosé Nature,105,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Ayala NV Cuvée Rosé Nature (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ayala-nv-cuvee-rose-nature-champagne-140142/,Champagne Blend,,Ayala 13.8,Red,US,"An interesting wine that's picking up some aging characteristics. The primary blackberry and cherry flavors are drying, accentuating earthier, mushroomy notes, while the oak has become fully integrated. A complex, low-alcohol wine that should gain traction over the next 6–8 years.",Hyde Vineyard,70,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bonneau 2006 Hyde Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonneau-2006-hyde-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Bonneau 14.1,Red,US,"This wine was made at Le Cadeau, from Vista Hills grapes, and is the star of the 2009s. An excellent, racy structure provides the scaffolding around a refined, lightly spiced Pinot Noir with crisp raspberry and cherry fruit.",Piedmont Estate,44,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Vista Hills 2009 Piedmont Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2009-piedmont-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Vista Hills 12,Sparkling,France,"Ripe and rich with pear, sweet apple and toasty yeast. There is a good edge of minerality but the dominant character is of a warm approachability.",Millesimé Grand Vintage Brut,70,91,Champagne,Champagne,,J. de Telmont 2003 Millesimé Grand Vintage Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-telmont-2003-millesime-grand-vintage-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2003,J. de Telmont 12,Sparkling,France,"A dry Champagne, showing good maturity, the fruit mutating into a more nutty character. It has a very taut character, a wine under tension, textured and ethereal in character.",Consécration Brut,140,91,Champagne,Champagne,,J. de Telmont 2000 Consécration Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-telmont-2000-consecration-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,J. de Telmont 15,Red,Italy,"Here's a real crowd pleaser with taut tannins and a rich texture that is accented by red fruit, jam, chocolate, spice, barbecue sauce and black pepper. This is the kind of Amarone you can impress your dinner guests with.",,53,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Giuseppe Campagnola 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-campagnola-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Giuseppe Campagnola 13.5,Red,US,"A solid Cabernet, dry and full-bodied, showning classic flavors of blackberries, currants and oak, with hints of vanilla and toast. Feels rich in the mouth, a wine to enjoy through a long finish. Great price, and it could even develop in the bottle over the next few years.",,27,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Franciscan 13.5,White,Germany,"Struck flint and vegetable oil give this wine a decidedly unfruity style, instead suggesting liquid stone, with just hints of peachy ripeness. Yet the wine is powerfully built, finishing oily, rich and dry.",Johannisberger Klaus Erstes Gewächs,60,91,Rheingau,,,Prinz von Hessen 2007 Johannisberger Klaus Erstes Gewächs Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-von-hessen-2007-johannisberger-klaus-erstes-gewachs-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2007,Prinz von Hessen 12.5,White,Germany,"Perfumed and floral upfront, but not lacking for substance, with apple and citrus notes bolstered by hints of wet stones. This is mouthfilling yet light at the same time, finishing dry and citrusy.",Grünschiefer Trocken,41,91,Nahe,,,Prinz Salm 2010 Grünschiefer Trocken Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-salm-2010-grunschiefer-trocken-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2010,Prinz Salm 11.5,White,Germany,"Hints of peach and clover give this medium-bodied dry Riesling a warm, sunny gloss, although it's still a racy, crisp wine laced with crushed stone and tart fruit notes of passion fruit and quince.",Abtsberg Alte Reben Trocken,48,91,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2010 Abtsberg Alte Reben Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2010-abtsberg-alte-reben-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Maximin Grünhäuser 14,Red,US,"This is a fruit-driven reserve bottling, loaded up front with pretty cherry candy flavors. But it's more than just a fruit bomb; there are well-integrated veins of earth, chocolate and espresso, and a pleasant black tea flavor to the tannins.",Reserve,48,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rex Hill 11.5,White,Germany,"A great value in dry Riesling, the 2010 from Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler displays fascinating aromas of peach, lime, fern fronds and brine, along with medium body, a velvety texture and a long, potent finish. Drink it over the next few years.",Dry,15,91,Mosel,,,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 2010 Dry Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heidemanns-bergweiler-2010-dry-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 12.5,White,France,"The Savagnin Rosé or Traminer is grown on 240 acres in and around the village of Heiligenstein. Ripe and full-bodied, the wine has some spice along with rich tropical fruit flavors. It fills the mouth, giving a rounded, opulent character.",Klevener de Heiligenstein,,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Seilly 2009 Klevener de Heiligenstein Savagnin (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-seilly-2009-klevener-heiligenstein-other-white-savagnin-alsace/,Savagnin,2009,Domaine Seilly 10,Dessert,France,"Showing as much richness as sweetness, this poised wine has fresh fruit acidity combined with dried apricot and spice flavors. It is balanced, delicious now, ready to drink.",Schenkenberg Vendanges Tardives,48,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Seilly 2007 Schenkenberg Vendanges Tardives Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-seilly-2007-schenkenberg-vendanges-tardives-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Domaine Seilly 13,White,Germany,"Oliver Spanier works his vineyards organically, something that's still not terribly common in Germany. From limestone soils—also not that common—this is a truffle-scented wine, with hints of honey, citrus and crushed stone. It's undeniably ripe, yet remains fresh and zesty through the long, gravelly finish.",Hohen-Sülzen,50,91,Rheinhessen,,,Battenfeld-Spanier 2008 Hohen-Sülzen Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/battenfeld-spanier-2008-hohen-sulzen-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Battenfeld-Spanier 14.1,Red,US,"Quite tight and closed when first opened, this needs to be decanted. Bursting with fruit flavors, particularly strawberry preserves, it brings on interesting citrus complexities (lemon verbena) as well as suggestions of peppery herb and green tea. Seems to gain strength as it rolls across the throat and into a lingering finish.",Ribbon Ridge Estate,45,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Trisaetum 2009 Ribbon Ridge Estate Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2009-ribbon-ridge-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2009,Trisaetum 16.5,Red,Italy,"Think dark-black-inky and you've hit the main chord offered up by this superconcentrated Amarone. Root beer, teriyaki sauce, barbecue smoke and Spanish cedar are followed by sweet cherry and candied fruit. Acinatico will appeal to those who love big wines.",Acinatico,50,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Stefano Accordini 2007 Acinatico (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-accordini-2007-acinatico-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Stefano Accordini 12,Sparkling,France,"A beautifully integrated wine that shows richness, even a touch of toasty age to go with apple and intense acidity. The acidity shows so well against the rich backdrop of ripe fruits and a final edgy texture.",Brut Premier,45,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer NV Brut Premier (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-nv-brut-premier-champagne-140164/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Roederer 12.5,White,Germany,"Seems slightly sweet, but with this much going on, that's only a minor footnote. Aromas of honey, ripe apples and crushed stone define the nose, while the flavors approximate poached apples. It's full bodied, with a long, lightly honeyed finish.",Johannisberg Hölle Erstes Gewächs,69,91,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2009 Johannisberg Hölle Erstes Gewächs Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2009-johannisberg-holle-erstes-gewachs-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Johannishof 12,Sparkling,France,"Laurent-Perrier's dry style is reflected in this crisp, elegant and fine Champagne. The character is mineral, taut, with a great burst of citrus and white fruit acidity. The ensemble creates a delicious food-friendly wine.",LP Brut,,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV LP Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-lp-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier 12,Sparkling,France,"A young, delicious, fresh wine, with soft apple and pear flavors, rounded and ripe. The fruit is right up front, with an apple-skin texture and brilliant acidity. It could age for a few years, but is ready to drink now.",L'Intemporelle Brut,87,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru 2006 L'Intemporelle Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-2006-lintemporelle-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2006,Mailly Grand Cru 16,Red,Italy,"Proemio is a modern and confident expression of Amarone that sees a complicated aging regime based on various sizes of oak barrel, from small to very big. This approach helps fulfill a promise of complexity, smoothness and overall fruit intensity.",Proemio,70,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Santi 2007 Proemio (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santi-2007-proemio-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2007,Santi 15,Red,Italy,"The Tommasi Amarone lineup in 2007 has shown very impressive results indeed. Il Sestante is a confident, modern expression with clean, dark fruit aromas revved up by chocolate, tobacco and clove. There's a touch of fruity sweetness on the close.",Il Sestante Vigneto Monte Masua,85,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommasi 2007 Il Sestante Vigneto Monte Masua (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2007-il-sestante-vigneto-monte-masua-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Tommasi 14.9,Red,US,"You can taste the sun in this elaborately ripe Cabernet. It blasts off in an eruption of blackberries and cherries that are so powerful, they veer into the liqueur versions of these fruits. Despite potent mountain tannins, it's drinkable now, and will pair just fine with a great steak, simply grilled, salted and peppered.",Estate Grown,45,91,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 2008 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2008-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Terra Valentine 14.3,Red,US,"This is a field blend wine that co-ferments the grapes planted in the estate vineyard in exact proportion—Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, and 6% Malbec. In this challenging vintage it succeeds admirably, with ripe black fruits, baking spices, an acid underpinning and barrel notes of clove and coffee. Other highlights seep in—tobacco and smoke—along with some still-chewy tannins. With more bottle age it will really shine.",Windrow Vineyards Windrow Red,45,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Tero Estates 2008 Windrow Vineyards Windrow Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tero-estates-2008-windrow-windrow-red-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Tero Estates 16,Red,Italy,"Tedeschi's wines made in the traditional appassimento style always boast their own unique style and personality. The house style is sweeter, plumper, denser and more astringent than most. This offers endless intensity in the form of moist pipe tobacco, sweet plum and mesquite wood.",,47,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tedeschi 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Tedeschi 16,Red,Italy,"Pergola Vece is always a standout Amarone but this vintage seems to demand more time in the bottle for a natural evolution of aromas. The momentum is already there, in the form of barbecue sauce, prune, apple, spice and leather, and the mouthfeel is rich and satisfying. Give it just a few more years.",Pergole Vece,150,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Salette 2007 Pergole Vece (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-2007-pergole-vece-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Le Salette 15,Red,Italy,"Rounding off a killer trio from the 2007 vintage, Le Salette's base Amarone shows impeccably high standards and aspirations. You'll love the density and richness here, as well as those compelling tones of cherry, moist earth and black licorice.",,50,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Salette 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Le Salette 14.1,Red,Chile,"Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmenère comprise this smoky, rubbery blend that's roasted and power-packed up front. In the mouth it's ripe, lush and deep, with cassis, blackberry, toast, pepper and cola flavors. Finishes warm and long, with menthol-like heat. 250 cases made.",Private Edition,21,91,Cachapoal Valley,,,Valle Secreto 2009 Private Edition Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-secreto-2009-private-edition-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Valle Secreto 15.5,Red,Italy,"Amarone Morar is a bright, lively red wine that delivers fruit, but that also accommodates a steady flow of smoke, tobacco, drying mineral, cigar and asphalt-like aromas. Its texture is dark, dense and there's a touch of chewy sweetness on the close.",Morar,,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Valentina Cubi 2006 Morar (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentina-cubi-2006-morar-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Valentina Cubi 13,Dessert,France,"As much sweet as rich, this is a fruity, red currant-driven wine that intriguingly brings out a more fresh side of Pinot Gris. It is lively as well as sweet, finely balanced, a great wine for smoked meats or pâtés, or just by itself.",Cuvée Caroline Vendange Tardive,82,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2009 Cuvée Caroline Vendange Tardive Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2009-cuvee-caroline-vendange-tardive-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Kuentz-Bas 14.7,Red,US,"Tastes tough in Howell tannins, with a ripe, extracted core of blackberries, cherries, dark chocolate, plums, soy sauce, minerals and sweet oak. Rather aloof now, but seems to have all the pieces in place for aging. Cellar for at least six years and see what happens.",Celestia Estate,125,91,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,White Cottage 2008 Celestia Estate Red (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-cottage-2008-celestia-estate-red-napa-howell-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,White Cottage 14,Red,US,"A deliciously easy wine to drink now. Based on Cabernet Sauvignon, it's rich and spicy in cherry and blackberry jam, chocolate, red currant and cedar flavors, with soft tannins and an herbaceous taste of the earth. As sweet as the fruit is, the wine finishes totally dry.",Cyrus,60,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2007 Cyrus Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2007-cyrus-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Alexander Valley Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Spicy and racy, with wild berry fruit flavors, this is an intriguing wine that nicely integrates its components. Wild berry, peppery herb, a hint of garrigue and overall excellent balance make for immediate enjoyment and medium-term cellarability.",Estate 777 Block,45,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Arbor Brook 2009 Estate 777 Block Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arborbrook-2009-estate-777-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Arbor Brook 13.5,White,France,"Intense and rich, a wine that shows the fine effects of aging in old wood, giving a rounded and smoky character. The wine has great concentration, very full and ripe in the mouth.",Clos Häuserer Wintzenheim,54,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Clos Häuserer Wintzenheim Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-clos-hauserer-wintzenheim-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 17,Red,Italy,"Despite the warm vintage, this beautifully aged Amarone offers sharply focused aromas of forest berry and bramble followed by a crisp, bittersweet close. Warmer tones of plum, barbecue spice and smoke recall the special intensity of air-dried grapes.",Corte Antica Croce del Gal,,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cantine Benedetti 2005 Corte Antica Croce del Gal (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-benedetti-2005-corte-antica-croce-gal-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2005,Cantine Benedetti 12,Sparkling,France,"Ripe, beautifully integrated Champagne with the beginnings of nutty, toasty maturity. It is full in the mouth, with a delicate and creamy mousse. Not for aging, but an impressive wine to drink now.",Stradivarius Brut,80,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles de Cazanove 2000 Stradivarius Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-cazanove-2000-stradivarius-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Charles de Cazanove 11.5,White,Germany,"Combine peachy ripeness and briny minerality and the result is a top-flight dry Riesling. It's medium-bodied, with a rich, slightly custardy feel to give it extra impact on the palate. Long on the finish. Drink now–2020.",Erbach Ortslage Kabinett Trocken,32,91,Rheingau,,,Baron Knyphausen 2010 Erbach Ortslage Kabinett Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-knyphausen-2010-erbach-ortslage-kabinett-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Baron Knyphausen 16,Red,Italy,"Producer Lorenzo Begali is a proud proponent of the overhead pergola vineyard system that reflects Valpolicella's storied grape-growing tradition. There's a touch of green here, in the form of rosemary or fresh curry leaf, backed by sweet cherry fruit and savory spice.",,,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Begali 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/begali-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Begali 16,Red,Italy,"L'Amarone shows a dark, masculine style with sweet spice, brown sugar and soya sauce backed by cassis syrup and currants. The wine boasts a rich, thick texture that lasts a very long time on the finish.",L'Amarone,,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Buglioni 2005 L'Amarone (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buglioni-2005-lamarone-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Buglioni 14.8,Red,US,"A gorgeous Cabernet, rich and flamboyant, the kind of wine that knocks you out at first sip. It's soft but complex in tannins, and dry, with luxurious blackberry, cassis and chocolate flavors brightened by fine acidity. Hard to say where it's going, but so delicious, it's a wine to drink now.",,75,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Vine Cliff 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Vine Cliff 11.5,Dessert,France,"It's impressive how much honey flavor laced with lemon acidity there is in this wine. The pairing gives the sweetness a wonderful focus, coming to a point of freshness, leaving a delicious, lifted aftertaste. Age for 4–6 years.",Vorbourg Grand Cru Vendanges Tardives,94,92,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2009 Vorbourg Grand Cru Vendanges Tardives Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2009-vorbourg-grand-cru-vendanges-tardives-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,René Muré 15,Red,Italy,"The overall structure and density of this bold Amarone helps carry its hefty aromas of teriyaki, soy, mesquite, brown sugar, molasses and dried prune. It shows firmness with very polished, fine tannins.",Monte Fante Riserva,90,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Remo Farina 2006 Monte Fante Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remo-farina-2006-monte-fante-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Remo Farina 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This is Pol Roger's absolutely bone-dry Champagne. It is an exhilarating wine, pure by name and by its crisp citrus fruit and tight texture. It does have some of the typical weight of Pol Roger Champagnes, but with an edge. Let it breathe in the glass for a few moments, which will bring out some extra richness.",Extra Cuvée de Réserve Pure Brut Nature,72,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Pol Roger NV Extra Cuvée de Réserve Pure Brut Nature (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pol-roger-nv-extra-cuvee-reserve-pure-brut-nature-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Pol Roger 12,Sparkling,France,"A beautifully aged Blanc de Blancs, all toast and almonds in a mineral texture with crisp apple fruit. It is concentrated, deliciously ripe and now soft, ready to drink and likely to continue to age further over several years.",Blanche,100,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru 1999 Blanche Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-1999-blanche-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1999,Mailly Grand Cru 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of lush, mouthfilling blackberry, cherry and raspberry fruit in this drily delicious wine. There's even a taste of dark chocolate and savory spices. The tannins are lush and smooth. Sensitive tasters will experience some severity of acidity, but that makes food pairing all the more important. Needs rich, fatty meats and cheeses to tame it.",Tinaquiac Vineyard,46,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2009 Tinaquiac Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2009-tinaquiac-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2009,Foxen 14.9,Red,US,"Your immediate impression of this Syrah is power. It's a darkly colored, big, thick and intensely flavored wine, with furry tannins framing massive flavors of blackberries, teryaki beef, black pepper and smoky oak. Easily deserves its high score despite a certain rude assault.",Rodney's Vineyard,45,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2008 Rodney's Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2008-rodneys-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Fess Parker 14,White,France,"The Zind-Humbrecht Pinot Gris style brings out the richness of the variety. This wine is all spice, and intense flavors of pepper and lychee. The acidity creeps in making an impact on the initial mouthfeel. Very rich, concentrated.",Vieilles Vignes,44,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Vieilles Vignes Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-vieilles-vignes-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14.5,Red,Chile,"Supermodern in style, with mint, coconut, chocolate and huge black fruit aromas. Powerfully structured and thick-boned, with boysenberry, spice and chocolate in spades. Oaky, broad and layered on the finish, with tobacco, coffee and chocolate finishing notes.",La Cumbre,120,92,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2008 La Cumbre Syrah (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2008-cumbre-shiraz-syrah-syrah-aconcagua-valley/,Syrah,2008,Errazuriz 14.1,Red,US,"Berries, citrus, even suggestions of tropical fruits (papaya, guava) anchor this supple wine. It's a wine that invites leisurely exploration, nuanced and refined, with balance and body enough to age for up to a decade.",Winderlea Vineyard,105,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Adelsheim 2009 Winderlea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2009-winderlea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Adelsheim 14.1,Red,US,"This extremely limited selection is from the oldest section of the original estate vineyard, planted in 1972. Those old vine flavors are subtle and spicy, opening with pretty berries and breathing into subtle layers with just the right barrel touches of chocolate and espresso to smooth out the finish.",Quarter Mile Lane Vineyard,105,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2009 Quarter Mile Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2009-quarter-mile-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Adelsheim 14.4,Red,US,"Dark and sappy, this superripe and deeply fruited wine is bursting with concentrated raspberry and cherry flavor. Streaks of citrus and vanilla are threaded through, and young as it is, the wine is already drinking beautifully.",Côte Est,48,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Le Cadeau 2009 Côte Est Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cadeau-2009-cote-est-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Le Cadeau 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This rosé is the partner of the brut nonvintage launched in 2009. It is dry, with intense acidity balanced by an elegant, textured red fruit character. Aged for five years, it shows a fine combination of fruit and maturity.",Extra Age Brut Rosé,,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Lanson NV Extra Age Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanson-nv-extra-age-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Lanson 14.5,Red,US,"Marries ultrarich fruit with hard mountain tannins and plenty of new oak to produce a wine that needs time to come around. It's explosive in blackberries, cherries and black currants, and those big tannins make it feel as astringent as sandpaper. Similar to the 2004, it wants at least six more years in the cellar.",,90,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Brandlin 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandlin-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Brandlin ,Sparkling,France,"A blend from all the top vineyards owned by the Gimonnet family, with a high proportion of Grand Cru. It has power and concentration as well as great ripeness. Very full-bodied, with a low dosage, this is dry, the richness coming from the fruit.",Fleuron Brut Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs,72,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils 2005 Fleuron Brut Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gimonnet-fils-2005-fleuron-brut-premier-cru-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2005,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils 14.2,Red,US,"Again in 2009 this barrel selection from Adelsheim's best estate vineyards is a standout. Though still quite young and tight, the mix of ripe fruits, brown spices, cedar and smoke make for a beguiling nose that promises a long life ahead. Silky and elegant, but let it breathe or better yet cellar it for another half decade.",Elizabeth's Reserve,55,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2009 Elizabeth's Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2009-elizabeths-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Adelsheim 12.5,White,France,"Just beginning its more mature phase, the wine bursts with white flower aromas, flavors of red apples, fresh plums and a hint of green herbs. It has a tight core that promises further aging.",Hatschbourg Grand Cru,45,92,Alsace,Alsace,,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 2007 Hatschbourg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-pfaffenheim-2007-hatschbourg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 12,Sparkling,France,"Showing some signs of maturity, with a yeast and toast character, this is a full Champagne, with red apple and kiwi fruit flavors. There is also a distinct mineral, steely edge that gives the wine a firm final structure.",Grand Couronnemont Blanc de Blancs Brut,125,92,Champagne,Champagne,,J. de Telmont 2000 Grand Couronnemont Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-telmont-2000-grand-couronnemont-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2000,J. de Telmont 12,Sparkling,France,"The top cuvée from this fine cooperative is rich, dominated by Pinot Noir to give a full-bodied feel. Fruit flavors of ripe apple and pink grapefruit give sophistication, along with toast and yeast. Worth aging for 4–5 years, but delicious now.",L'Air Brut,78,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru 2005 L'Air Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-2005-lair-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Mailly Grand Cru 12,Sparkling,France,"A deceptively soft Champagne. The initial attack is rounded with a delicious pear flavor, but definitely soft. Then tight mineral acidity adds its presence, producing a wine that is also very fresh, apple crisp, with a potential for aging and a long lingering aftertaste.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,75,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 2005 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-2005-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2005,Louis Roederer 13,White,Germany,"Rheingraf's 2010s look to be terrific, and this bottling, from old vines, starts fast. Mouthwatering notes of honey, truffle and petrichor emerge, followed by a wine that's plush and mouthfilling yet structured; ripe yet crisp. Drink now–2020.",Alte Reben Trocken,55,92,Rheinhessen,,,Rheingraf 2010 Alte Reben Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rheingraf-2010-alte-reben-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2010,Rheingraf 14.5,Red,US,"Dijon clones planted in 2001 in this well-placed Dundee Hills vineyard provide the excellent fruit for this cellar-worthy Pinot Noir. Great depth and focus, mixing cherry tobacco, iron and herb flavors. In the mouth it's supple, smooth, rich and lingering.",Sims Vineyard,52,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Rex Hill 2008 Sims Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2008-sims-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rex Hill 13.5,White,France,"Bone-dry Riesling, but so perfumed. It has an intense white fruit character, very textured, the wine packed with acidity, enlivening the flavors of kiwi and lime. It is still young, so age for at least five years.",Vorbourg Grand Cru,56,92,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2009 Vorbourg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2009-vorbourg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,René Muré 16.5,Red,Italy,"Austere but elegant, powerful but refined, this beautiful Amarone speaks highly of Valpolicella tradition. The wine is packed tight with plump fruit notes, black currant, clove, licorice and cured beef. It feels sweet, chewy and succulent on the close. .",Campomasua,60,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Venturini Massimino 2006 Campomasua (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venturini-massimino-2006-campomasua-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Venturini Massimino 14.9,Red,US,"This Cabernet will come around someday, but it probably won't be in this decade. The tannins march down the middle like storm troopers in heavy boots. After the initial wave of astringency passes, you're left with a long, sweet finish of blackberries. An old-fashioned Cab that could still be alive for your grandkids to drink.",,200,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Veedercrest 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veedercrest-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Veedercrest 15.4,Red,US,"Dry as dust, full-bodied and very, very tannic, with a massive core of mineral-driven blackberries and cassis. Like an old-fashioned mountain Cab, the kind that took forever to come around, except that the alcohol is high. Put it in the cellar until 2014–2016 and see what happens.",,125,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Veedercrest 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veedercrest-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Veedercrest 12.7,Sparkling,US,"The blend is 75% Pinot Noir with the balance Chardonnay, and the grapes come from fourcounties, led by Mendocino. The wine is rich and full-bodied in strawberry, raspberry, citrus, roasted almond, toasted coconut, brioche and vanilla flavors that are a little sweet. The bubbles are somewhat harsher than you might expect, but this brut could be going through a phase. Hold until 2014 and try again.",Reserve,100,92,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2003 Reserve Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2003-reserve-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2003,Schramsberg 14.5,Red,Italy,"You can tell a Dal Forno wine a mile away thanks to the overall intensity and concentration of his well-crafted blends. Three years of oak aging has shaped aromas of Spanish cedar, chocolate, cola, blackberry jam and cherry liqueur. The wine is so thick, it moves like molasses in the glass.",,140,92,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Dal Forno Romano 2006 Valpolicella Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dal-forno-romano-2006-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Dal Forno Romano 14.1,Red,US,"Tastes fairly straightforward now, with fresh, vigorous blackberry, blueberry, cherry, anise and mocha flavors that have a minerally bite. The tannins are tough, gritty and dry, as befits a young Cabernet grown on Diamond Mountain. Needs time, and lots of it. Hold until after 2016, at least.",Red Rock Terrace,175,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Diamond Creek 2008 Red Rock Terrace Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-creek-2008-red-rock-terrace-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Diamond Creek 14,Red,Italy,"Ripasso Bosan is a terrific wine, there's no denying that. It offers intensity and aromatic complexity in the form of mature cherry, chocolate, pipe tobacco, cola and licorice. The mouthfeel is persistent and cleansing at the same time.",Bosan,40,92,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Cesari 2008 Bosan (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-2008-bosan-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Cesari 15,Red,Italy,"With 11 years of careful cellar aging, this sophisticated Amarone shows fine texture and polished tones of wet river stone, cola, licorice, savory spice and dried fruit. Barbecue sauce and teriyaki deliver soft sweetness to the close.",,300,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Farina 2000 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farina-2000-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2000,Farina 14.9,Red,US,"Chuck Hovey is the longtime winemaker for Stevenot Winery and this is his own small label based out of Murphys. His Barbera has been a standout up to now but this, his first Hovey Zinfandel, should turn heads as well. Cofermented with 15% Petite Sirah, its aromas of strawberry, blackberry and vanilla will sweep you off your feet and its clean, rich flavors of mocha with just a trace of pepper will do you in for good. This wine'll age, its tannins tight and chewy still.",Dragone Ranch,22,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Hovey 2009 Dragone Ranch Zinfandel (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hovey-2009-dragone-ranch-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Hovey 14.5,Red,US,"This block selection seems to have been selected on the basis of ripeness. Bright, jammy raspberry, cherry, pomegranate and persimmon fruit flavors explode on the palate, all spiced up with cinnamon and cloves. The finish is almost sweet in new French oak. Now–2014.",Bella Una,56,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Benovia 2009 Bella Una Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benovia-2009-bella-una-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Benovia 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dense and earthy up front, with black fruit aromas, a pinch of olive and a hint of herbal tomato. The palate is solid and lush in feel, with blackberry, chocolate and peppery flavors. Shows the grape's typical sauvage and olive flavors on a meaty, full finish.",First Edition,16,89,Cachapoal Valley,,,Valle Secreto 2009 First Edition Syrah (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-secreto-2009-first-edition-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cachapoal-valley/,Syrah,2009,Valle Secreto 12.5,Dessert,Chile,"An overachiever among dessert wines. It opens with ripe melon and sweet stone fruit aromas, but it's not overly challenging or heavy. The palate is thick but offers just-right acidity, which frames sweet, enjoyable orange, lychee and honey flavors. Rich yet bright; an extreme.",Late Harvest,9,89,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2010 Late Harvest Muscat (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2010-late-harvest-muscat-limari-valley/,Muscat,2010,Viña Tabalí 13.9,Red,US,"Very tasty fruit flavors showcase pretty berries, especially raspberries, with a hint of mint and fresh herb. It's front-loaded and ready to drink immediately.",25th Anniversary Reserve,30,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Yamhill Valley 2008 25th Anniversary Reserve Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yamhill-valley-2008-25th-anniversary-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2008,Yamhill Valley 14,Red,Chile,"Opens like a full-bore barrel buster with heavy char and leather. With time it settles on coffee, toast, chocolate and fig aromas. The palate is big and chewy, with peppery, toasty blackberry fruit and then more toast and coffee on the finish. Seems as much about the barrel as the fruit.",Reserva,14,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2009 Reserva Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2009-reserva-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2009,Viu Manent 13.5,Red,US,"A bit light in body, but rich in raspberries, cherries, pomegranates, cola and spicy vanilla, with a smoky coating of oak. Excellent Central Coast acidity perks things up. Drink now with a nice steak.",Chorro Creek,38,88,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Stephen Ross 2009 Chorro Creek Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2009-chorro-creek-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Stephen Ross 12,Sparkling,France,"Smooth, creamy wine, showing some good, rich, white fruits. It is soft, with ripe apple and lime juice flavors and vivid and balanced acidity. Attractive, ready-to-drink Champagne.",Millésime Brut,50,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles de Cazanove 2005 Millésime Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-cazanove-2005-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Charles de Cazanove 12.5,White,Chile,"A consistent wine based on the previous vintage, with nice melon, grass and tropical aromas. The palate runs quick and crisp, with tangy citrus flavors, particularly orange, lime and pineapple. Finishes tropical and healthy, with a hint of pine needle.",Punto Final,12,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Bodega Renacer 2010 Punto Final Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-renacer-2010-punto-final-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Bodega Renacer 14.5,Red,Italy,"Ripasso Campedel opens with natural richness that has been taken up a notch thanks to careful oak aging. Soft, plush layers of ripe fruit, toasted nut and mesquite wood unfold slowly, giving the wine extra momentum.",Campedel,18,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Gamba 2008 Campedel (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamba-2008-campedel-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Gamba 12.5,White,Germany,"A largely unfruity wine, defined by mineral notes of struck flint and crushed stone. Yet at the same time, it's ripe in weight and mouthcoating in its intensity, hinting at orange oil on the long finish.",Landgeflecht Trocken,55,88,Rheingau,,,Peter Jakob Kühn 2009 Landgeflecht Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-jakob-kuhn-2009-landgeflecht-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Peter Jakob Kühn 14,Red,Italy,"Fabiano presents an elegant and subdued Ripasso that shies away from the over- blown and overripe style you usually find in this category. Dark concentration is accented by black cherry, orange zest and exotic spice.",,32,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Fabiano 2009 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-2009-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Fabiano 13.5,White,Chile,"Forward on the nose, with oily, toasty, resiny citrus aromas. The palate is full and solid in structure, with sweet, creamy flavors of pear, vanilla and dry barrel-driven spice. Shows tropicality on the finish as well as additional woody sweetness.",Wild Ferment,21,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2010 Wild Ferment Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2010-wild-ferment-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Errazuriz 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a quirky but alluring Ripasso with offbeat aromas of black olive and eucalyptus folded between dark aromas of ripe fruit, tobacco and moist earth. It offers a long-lasting but medium-bodied mouthfeel that would match braised meat or stew.",Podere Bertarole,25,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Corteforte 2008 Podere Bertarole (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corteforte-2008-podere-bertarole-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Corteforte 14.5,Red,Italy,"Root beer, tar, asphalt, prune and dark jammy fruit make a lasting impression on the nose. This Ripasso sports a soft, velvety texture that would pair well with lasagna or ravioli stuffed with meat.",Corte Antica,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Cantine Benedetti 2007 Corte Antica (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-benedetti-2007-corte-antica-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Cantine Benedetti 13.5,Red,Italy,"Ripasso Torre del Falasco opens with savory aromas of cola and mesquite backed by soy and dried fruit or prune. The wine is simple, clean and balanced with a piquant touch of spice on the close.",Torre del Falasco,17,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 2009 Torre del Falasco (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sociale-della-valpantena-2009-torre-falasco-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 14,Red,Italy,"David Sterza makes one of the best Ripassos ever and the low price of this delicious wine makes it all the more irresistible. Huge concentration and inky richness is offset by sweet cherry, black licorice, cola and dried flowers. The wine is long, smooth and firmly structured.",,17,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,David Sterza 2009 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-sterza-2009-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,David Sterza 12,Sparkling,France,"Crisp as well as creamy wine, a delicious confection of green apples, pineapple and lemon. The texture has a tangy edge while showing fine fruitiness and a soft, balanced finish.",Excellence Brut,33,90,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim NV Excellence Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-pfaffenheim-nv-excellence-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 14,Red,Italy,"Cola, barbecue sauce, soy and dried fruit open the nose of this savory Ripasso. The wine is generous but simple and would pair with pork chops or meatloaf.",Montecorna,18,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Remo Farina 2009 Montecorna (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remo-farina-2009-montecorna-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Remo Farina 13,White,Germany,"Right from its opening pungent whiffs of heating oil, this is clearly not a light, fruity Riesling. Instead, it's oily, spicy and fully dry, with plenty of weight and viscosity to it. Worth trying as a counterpoint to rich fish dishes.",Hallgartener Jungfer Erstes Gewächs Trocken,45,88,Rheingau,,,Prinz 2009 Hallgartener Jungfer Erstes Gewächs Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-2009-hallgartener-jungfer-erstes-gewachs-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Prinz 13.8,White,US,"A new label for Cowhorn, this is sourced from organically grown grapes and fermented with wild yeasts. Despite the relatively high alcohol, this is made in a cool-climate style, with crisp apple fruit and suggestions of celery and white pepper.",,22,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Sullivan Steele 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sullivan-steele-2010-sauvignon-blanc-southern-rogue-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Sullivan Steele 12,Sparkling,France,"A balanced wine, with its fresh lime and green apple fruits. It has a bitter almond edge, suggesting some bottle age, although it is still very fresh. Ripe fruit and acidity combine well on the finish.",Diamant Brut,60,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken NV Diamant Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-nv-diamant-brut-champagne-140153/,Champagne Blend,,Vranken 14.2,Red,US,"Doesn't seem quite up there with previous vintages, although it's rich enough, with blackberry and cherry jam fruit accented with lots of new French oak. Tastes flashy, an easy wine to savor, but the softness and directness suggest it's best enjoyed soon.",,145,88,California,Napa,Rutherford,Quintessa 2008 Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintessa-2008-red-napa-rutherford/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Quintessa 14.1,Red,US,"All Pommard clone, this is a flavorful wine, though offers less Pinot-centric varietal specificity than Trisaetum's other Artist Series offerings. Bourbon barrel and vanilla streaks frame a big, somewhat blocky wine, with cherry fruit and a peppery bite to the tannins.",Artist Series #9,55,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Trisaetum 2009 Artist Series #9 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2009-artist-series-9-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Trisaetum 14.6,Red,US,"This Sierra Foothills grower has made an earthy, dusty, heavy and dark blend of 62% Zinfandel, 31% Sangiovese and 7% Syrah. Though it could stand a bit more time in the bottle to tame its prancing tannins, the wine is otherwise delightfully full of blackberry and cranberry flavors and aromas, the grapes all estate grown.",Mistero,22,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Naggiar 2009 Mistero Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naggiar-2009-mistero-red-sierra-foothills/,Red Blend,2009,Naggiar 15.5,Red,Italy,"Marion produces some of the best Amarone available today, but this expression from the 2007 shows a touch of green fruit on the nose. Notes of dried sage and olive segue to a sweeter, plusher sensation in the mouth. In fact, the finish is extremely chewy and long.",,70,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Marion 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marion-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2007,Marion 12.9,White,US,"Tom Meadowcroft's second label, Thomas Henry, is also sourcing from Borden Ranch in Lodi, as is his slightly higher-priced, lower-alcohol Riesling under the Meadowcroft name. This one not as as fragrant at first, more austere, but fully inviting wih melon, honey and pear. Thai food would be the perfect pairing.",Borden Ranch,26,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Meadowcroft 2010 Borden Ranch Riesling (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meadowcroft-2010-borden-ranch-riesling-central-valley-lodi/,Riesling,2010,Meadowcroft 14,White,Chile,"Resiny and heavily toasted at first, with a full, resiny, chunky palate that carries all the weight that ultraripe fruit and new oak can bring. Offers sweet, tropical flavors, primarily banana and honey. Powerful, super sweet and woody throughout.",Quebrada Seca,55,88,Limarí Valley,,,Maycas del Limari 2009 Quebrada Seca Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maycas-limari-2009-quebrada-seca-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Maycas del Limari 14.5,White,Chile,"Dusty baked apple aromas blend with vanilla and toast to form an appealing bouquet. Comes across solid and fresh in the mouth, with flavors of honeyed apple and cinnamon spice. Holds its balance through a medium-long finish. Not too sweet or oaky; very good for Chilean Chard.",Corralillo,20,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Matetic 2009 Corralillo Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2009-corralillo-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Matetic 14.5,Red,US,"This is one of the best Cabernets in its price class in California. It's smooth as velvet, with rich, deep flavors of blackberries, dark chocolate and green olives, touched by oak. Elegant and versatile at the table, and a great buy.",,12,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mandolin 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandolin-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Mandolin 12,Sparkling,France,"On the sweet side of demi-sec, this is a full and smooth Champagne, projecting ripe almonds and apricots along with the acidity. Drink as an apéritif or at the end of a meal.",Demi-Sec,45,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru NV Demi-Sec (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-nv-demi-sec-champagne-140610/,Champagne Blend,,Mailly Grand Cru 15,Red,Italy,"This luscious Amarone opens with well-defined aromas of black licorice, cola and cherry liqueur. This interesting aromatic combination gives the wine personality and staying power that is further enhanced by the smooth, velvety nature of the mouthfeel.",Vignenuove,55,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Luciana Cordioli 2008 Vignenuove (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luciana-cordioli-2008-vignenuove-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Luciana Cordioli ,Red,Chile,"Smooth and oaky on the nose, with plenty of coconut and ripe berry fruit. The palate is fairly deep and lush, with a syrupy richness framing sweet black cherry and cassis flavors. Chewy and rich all the way to the end, with cola and brown sugar flavors on the finish.",Gran Reserva,15,88,Maipo Valley,,,Ochagavia 2009 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochagavia-2009-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Ochagavia 14.5,Red,Chile,"Smells minty and leafy but pleasant, with spice, coffee, bacon and woodsy berry aromas. The palate is lively and clacky, with roasted berry, bacon and herbal flavors. Smoky on the finish, with a final blast of spice.",Alpha,24,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2009 Alpha Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2009-alpha-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2009,Montes 13,White,Germany,"A rare, fruit-driven Silvaner, this wine offers zesty grapefruit and pineapple aromas and flavors. It's zesty and crisp, with mouth-tingling acids on the finish. Drink now.",Alte Reben Trocken,13,88,Rheinhessen,,,Dr. Heyden 2009 Alte Reben Trocken Silvaner (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heyden-2009-alte-reben-trocken-other-white-silvaner-rheinhessen/,Silvaner,2009,Dr. Heyden 14,Red,Italy,"Dark concentration and thick consistency open the compelling bouquet of this Ripasso from northern Italy. The long finish is accented by Spanish cedar, chocolate, espresso and forest floor.",La Casetta,25,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Domìni Veneti 2008 La Casetta (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2008-casetta-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Domìni Veneti 15,Red,Italy,"Verjago delivers a fresh load of plump, overripe fruit backed by focused aromas of lead pencil, toasted oak and sweet, soft cherry. This is an elaborate and dense wine that will keep your palate warm in those cold winter months.",Verjago,34,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Domìni Veneti 2007 Verjago (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2007-verjago-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Domìni Veneti 12,White,Germany,"Shows powerful concentration in its intense notes of passion fruit, peach and wet stones, yet they don't all come together and go in the same direction at the same time. Give this medium-bodied wine another year or two to see if things harmonize and it reaches its potential.",Hochheimer Kirchenstück Erstes Gewächs Trocken,46,88,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2008 Hochheimer Kirchenstück Erstes Gewächs Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2008-hochheimer-kirchenstuck-erstes-gewachs-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Domdechant Werner 13,White,France,"This slightly sweet, rich and complex wine has spice, a touch of honey and is balanced by intense lime acidity. The wine is full-bodied, bursting with fruit, ready to drink.",Cuvée Emile Willm Réserve,,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Willm 2009 Cuvée Emile Willm Réserve Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-2009-cuvee-emile-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Willm 14,White,Chile,"Clean and very fresh, with an ideal mix of grass, green citrus and nothing too overpowering on the nose. The palate is zesty and tasty, with lemon-lime flavors, chive and elegance. Definitely a top performer and a good value; only 430 cases made.",Cariblanco,16,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Kingston Family 2010 Cariblanco Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kingston-family-2010-cariblanco-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Kingston Family 15.5,Red,Italy,"Elegant tones of polished river stone, cola and licorice make for a great first impression. The bouquet continues to evolve in the glass with ripe fruit, tobacco and loads of savory spice. Pair this wine with hearty beef dishes.",Capitel della Crosara,55,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Montresor 2005 Capitel della Crosara (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-2005-capitel-della-crosara-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Montresor 14.4,Red,US,"Great structure on this bone-dry Pinot Noir, with firm but pliant tannins, crisp acidity and a good overlay of oak. The black cherry and cola flavors are earthy and mushroomy. Tastes rather strong now, but could develop bottle nuance over the next four years.",Nicole's Vineyard,50,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2009 Nicole's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2009-nicoles-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,J Vineyards & Winery 14.4,Red,US,"Held back five years to let it mellow, this Merlot shows the soft luxuriousness the variety is known for. Wrapped into the smooth tannins are ripe, sweet flavors of cherries, mocha and spices, capped by a salty, smoky meatiness suggesting Canadian bacon.",Reserve,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artesa 2006 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2006-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Artesa 15.5,Red,Italy,"Made with a traditional blend of Corvina (60%), Corvinone and Rondinella grapes, this austere Amarone offers a brooding, masculine side with dark aromas of Indian spice, prune and currant. There's a chewy element to the mouthfeel that is backed by density and rich sweetness.",,55,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Arduini 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arduini-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Arduini 14.5,Red,Chile,"Excellent Chilean Syrah for this price is pretty much unheard of. The nose on this wine offers licorice, blackberry, a hint of raisin and floral accents. It's active, tannic and healthy in the mouth, with pure berry and spiced fruitcake flavors. Foresty, dark and figgy on the finish. A bargain in New World Syrah.",Reserva,13,90,Maipo Valley,,,Echeverria 2008 Reserva Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2008-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2008,Echeverria 14.9,Red,US,"A terrific wine, packed with rich blackberry, blueberry, cassis, tar, dark chocolate, smoked meat and black pepper aromas and flavors. The blend is 78% Syrah, while the remainder of Petite Sirah brings that variety's weight, color and tannins. The grapes come from some of the best vineyards in the county.",The Big Easy,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2008 The Big Easy Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2008-big-easy-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,2008,Fess Parker 15.5,Red,Italy,"Chocolate, black licorice, dried raspberry and clove make up the aromatic composition of this deeply layered blend of Corvina, Corvinone and Molinare (grapes often used in Amarone). It's a straight-shooter wine with immediate delivery of its fruit flavors and a sweet, tight close.",Campedel,60,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Gamba 2006 Campedel (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamba-2006-campedel-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Gamba 13.5,Red,US,"Tastes so good, feels so smooth, that the low price is a shocker. The rich, ripe black cherry, olive and sandalwood flavors are wrapped into beautifully soft, intricate tannins, and the finish is impressively long and spicy. How Courtney Benham can sell a wine this good at this price is a miracle.",,15,90,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Courtney Benham 2008 Cabernet Franc (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2008-cabernet-franc-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Courtney Benham 12,Sparkling,France,"One of the top sparkling Vouvrays, Cuvée Prédilection brings out richness, depth of green and white fruit flavors balanced by refreshing acidity. Touches of yeast and toast add complexity to this bone-dry yet ripe wine.",Cuvée Prédilection Brut,20,90,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Moncontour 2009 Cuvée Prédilection Brut (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-2009-cuvee-predilection-brut-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Château Moncontour 13.5,White,France,"With richness and the warm 2009 vintage, this wine shows pepper as well as green plum and fresh currant fruits. There is a fine density of texture, giving the wine some power as well as richness. Age for 2–3 years.",Luss,,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Léon Boesch 2009 Luss Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leon-boesch-2009-luss-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Domaine Léon Boesch 13.5,Red,Italy,This wine has shown a great jump forward in style and quality over the past few years. The youthful 2009 vintage offers decadent tones of chocolate and succulent cherry backed by spice and leather. Very nice.,Vigneti di Torbe,,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Domìni Veneti 2009 Vigneti di Torbe (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2009-vigneti-torbe-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Domìni Veneti 15,Red,Italy,"Aged three years in large oak casks, this pretty Amarone offers youthful berry notes set against sophisticated tones of toast and smoke. The wine is extremely smooth, soft and supple on the long finish.",,48,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Degani 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/degani-2008-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Degani ,White,US,"Lush and aromatic, with ripe pear and melon fruit, sweet spices and a streak of vanilla. The 20% new oak seems just right, and the flavors persist through a seductively long finish.",SV Estate,28,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2009 SV Estate Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2009-sv-estate-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,Stoller 15,Red,Italy,"Here's a subdued and elegant Amarone that whispers rather than screams. It shows dried fruit, leather and spice but without the revved-up intensity usually brought about by air-dried grapes and the appassimento school of winemaking.",Le Bessole,30,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Stefano Accordini 2006 Le Bessole (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-accordini-2006-le-bessole-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Stefano Accordini 15,Red,Italy,"This expression of Amarone shows deep, gritty tones of exotic spice, jammy fruit and Graham cracker followed by cola, hummus and bitter chocolate. There are earthy, savory tones as well and the wine ends with a blast of toasted nut and spice.",,,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Pietro Zardini 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-zardini-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Pietro Zardini 16,Red,Italy,"This fantastic Riserva Amarone opens with savory aromas of dark spice and black pepper followed by red fruit, cherry, dried apple, plum and raisin. There's a sweet note on the close followed by firm, polished tannins.",Riserva,45,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Musella 2006 Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/musella-2006-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Musella 14.5,Red,Chile,"Fruity and floral on the nose, with plenty of sweet spice notes, balsam wood and depth. The palate on this five-grape, Syrah-led blend is full, with slightly edgy acidity that should allow it to age well. Shows core cassis, berry and plum flavors in front of a bullish finish with chocolate and vanilla.",Lazuli,23,90,Maule Valley,,,Chilensis 2009 Lazuli Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilensis-2009-lazuli-red-maule-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Chilensis 12.8,White,US,"A great value. It's dry and crisp, just as Sauvignon Blanc should be, yet with a rich vein of honey. Shows savory citrus and tropical fruit, apricot, green grass, mineral, vanilla and white pepper flavors.",,16,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Emmolo 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmolo-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Emmolo 15.5,Red,Italy,"This Amarone needs time in the glass to open and evolve. The bouquet is muddled at first, but after only a few minutes, brilliant threads of mature fruit, spice, mesquite wood and cola come into sharp focus. The effect is similar in the mouth, the wine is subtle at first but quickly builds in momentum.",Colle Cristi Collezione Ca' del Pipa,52,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Castellani Michele & Figli 2007 Colle Cristi Collezione Ca' del Pipa (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-michele-figli-2007-colle-cristi-collezione-ca-pipa-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Castellani Michele & Figli 12.6,White,US,"A terrific California Riesling, dry and zesty in acidity, with a firm minerality that gets the mouth watering. The orange and other citrus flavors are pure and clean. Good as an apéritif, and with spicy Asian fare.",,18,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2010 Riesling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2010-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Riesling,2010,Navarro 14.2,Red,US,"An elaborate Pinot Noir, one of the best under $30 on the market. Dry and silky, it offers deep, complex flavors of cherries, raspberries, cola, herbs, mushrooms, bacon and sandalwood, brightened with crisp acidity. Drink over the next four years for freshness and vitality.",Methode a l'Ancienne,29,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2009 Methode a l'Ancienne Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2009-methode-a-lancienne-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Navarro 13.6,White,US,"Langtry's Genevieve Vineyard is an esteemed, estate source of Chardonnay and this wine will show you why. Golden in color with a Burgundian nose, it opens with tart apple, Calvados aromas, just a hint of pineapple followed by a great lemony midpalate, its body voluptuous yet balanced, the textures layered and bright. Aged in French oak, it's rich and complex, a surprising white from a historic producer.",Genevieve Vineyard,30,90,California,Lake County,Guenoc Valley,Langtry 2009 Genevieve Vineyard Chardonnay (Guenoc Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langtry-2009-genevieve-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-guenoc-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Langtry 14.9,Red,US,"This is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, and both varieties got enormously ripe. The wine floods the mouth with crushed, jammy blackberries and plums, sprinkled with cocoa powder, cinnamon, anise and black pepper, accented with smoky new oak. It's a flashy, dramatic wine made in the modern style.",Porch,36,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fir Hill 2007 Porch Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fir-hill-2007-porch-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Fir Hill 12,White,France,"No doubting the pure Riesling character of this wine. It has a beautiful perfumed character with lively acidity, a steely mineral character and a great purity of fruit.",Domaines du Château de Riquewihr Les Murailles,25,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2008 Domaines du Château de Riquewihr Les Murailles Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2008-domaines-chateau-riquewihr-murailles-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Dopff & Irion 12.5,White,France,"A dry Gewürztraminer, more fruity than many, showing intense spice and pepper as well as sultana and pear flavors. It has concentration, a dense texture, and delicious perfumes.",Schenkenberg Vieilles Vignes,40,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Seilly 2008 Schenkenberg Vieilles Vignes Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-seilly-2008-schenkenberg-vieilles-vignes-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Domaine Seilly 14.5,Red,US,"Smooth and dry, a sophisticated young wine brimming with ripe, sweet blackberry, blueberry, grilled meat and spice flavors. Could improve over the next four years.",O.P.C.,48,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Buoncristiani 2007 O.P.C. Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buoncristiani-2007-opc-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Buoncristiani 13,White,Germany,"Hints of graphite mark the nose, but this wine is tight and restrained aromatically. Green apple and citrus flavors are crisply defined and tightly focused, ending long, with mouth-tingling acids. Give it another couple of years to develop in the bottle.",Rüdesheim Berg Roseneck Trocken Erstes Gewächs,73,90,Rheingau,,,August Kesseler 2009 Rüdesheim Berg Roseneck Trocken Erstes Gewächs Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-kesseler-2009-rudesheim-berg-roseneck-trocken-erstes-gewachs-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,August Kesseler 16,Red,Italy,"Le Origini delivers generous aromas of ripe fruit and blackberry jam followed by spice, leather and a touch of black road tar. It closes long, sweet and dense and would pair with spicy lamb stew or curried meat specialties.",Le Origini,64,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Bolla 2007 Le Origini (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2007-le-origini-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Bolla 12,White,Germany,"Crop yields were down substantially in 2010, so perhaps that is why so many of the top estates' entry-level wines are so exciting. This one combines hints of wet stones and moss with multifaceted citrus nuances and struck flint, resulting in remarkable complexity. It's round and mouthfilling yet focused and long.",Trocken,,90,Rheingau,,,Baron Knyphausen 2010 Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-knyphausen-2010-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Baron Knyphausen 12,Sparkling,France,"Intensely mineral, structured wine, with a taut character. There is great acidity here, with green apple and citrus flavors. It's a dry, food-friendly wine.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,80,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Ayala 2004 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ayala-2004-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,2004,Ayala 13.9,Red,US,"A fine Cabernet for drinking now, and a good value. The wine feels rich and dry in the mouth, with spicy flavors of cherries, cola, herbs and sandalwood. Perfect with a nice charbroiled steak",Wetzel Family Estate,22,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2009 Wetzel Family Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2009-wetzel-family-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Alexander Valley Vineyards 14,Red,Chile,"Starts out charred and hot, but then come the varietal spice, olive, herb and black fruit aromas. It's layered, tight and tannic on the palate, with spicy berry, herb and olive flavors. Gets fuller, chunkier and riper with airing. Drink now through 2013.",Envero Gran Reserva,15,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2009 Envero Gran Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2009-envero-gran-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Apaltagua 12,Sparkling,France,"The 2005 vintage was exceptional, and this wine reflects the richness of the year while still preserving a fine fruity character. Fruit flavors range from pineapple to peach, with a fine line of acidity to cut through it all.",Brut Millésime,,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Canard-Duchêne 2005 Brut Millésime (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canard-duchene-2005-brut-millesime-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Canard-Duchêne 12,Sparkling,France,"From an improving range of Vranken Champagnes, this still-young vintage winre offers excellent acidity along with a very balanced apple and lemon fruit character. Has a full, complex and rich aftertaste.",Diamant Bleu Brut,150,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken 1999 Diamant Bleu Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-1999-diamant-bleu-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1999,Vranken 13.5,White,France,"Beyer's winery is situated in a 16th-century coaching inn, hence the name of this range of wines. This Pinot Gris has power and intensity, showing very ripe tropical fruits and some acidity. There is a definite sweet, spicy edge here.",Cuvée de l'Hostellerie,,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Emile Beyer 2009 Cuvée de l'Hostellerie Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emile-beyer-2009-cuvee-lhostellerie-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Emile Beyer 13.5,White,Germany,"Flinty upfront, with pronounced earthy flavors that take some warming up to. It's medium bodied and round in the mouth, offering a nonfruity expression of Silvaner that lingers nicely on the palate.",Schlossberg GG Trocken,61,88,Franken,,,Castell 2009 Schlossberg GG Trocken Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2009-schlossberg-gg-trocken-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2009,Castell 14,Red,Chile,"Earthy, lightly herbal cherry and plum aromas come with a whiff of smoke. The palate is round and feels well balanced, with blackberry, dark plum, chocolate and spice flavors. Long and slightly herbal on the finish. Contains 5% Syrah.",Reserva,13,88,Maule Valley,,,Chilcas 2009 Reserva Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2009-reserva-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2009,Chilcas 12.5,White,US,"This is a lovely bottle, with pure pear fruit flavor front and center. It's clean, ripe and fresh, with plenty of substance and a fresh, crisp finish.",,12,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Acrobat 2010 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acrobat-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2010,Acrobat 14.5,Red,Chile,"A dense and ripe style of Cab with smoky blackberry, chocolate, cassis and spice aromas. The palate is weighty and tannic, with herb, pepper, licorice and dark spice flavors coming with more standard plum and cassis. Spicy and a bit hot on the finish. Contains 13% Malbec and a touch of Carmenère.",Royale,26,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Koyle 2008 Royale Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koyle-2008-royale-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Koyle 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here is an interesting Ripasso worth a second look. The mouthfeel is medium bodied and crisp in a counterintuitive way, but the bouquet makes an immediate impression with its bold layers of mature cherry and spice.",,22,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Le Ragose 2007 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-ragose-2007-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Le Ragose 15,Red,Italy,"Aged 30 months in large oak casks, Amarone Podere Cariano is a sweet, sticky wine with maple syrup and honey backed by Indian spice and waxy aromas of antique furniture. The intensity and darkness are impressive, but ultimately this wine would pair best with sharply aged cheese.",Podere Cariano,24,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Bertarole 2007 Podere Cariano (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bertarole-2007-podere-cariano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Le Bertarole 12.5,White,France,"A blend of Pinot Gris and Riesling, this is a full, rich wine, the flavors of the two varieties showing through as spice and steel. There is also plenty of white fruit flavor and citrus acidity on the finish. Screwcap.",Black Tie,28,88,Alsace,Alsace,,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 2008 Black Tie White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-pfaffenheim-2008-black-tie-white-alsace/,White Blend,2008,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 14.3,White,US,A lightly golden Viognier very floral in jasmine and white peach. It's sweet at first but minerally in the finish and subtle for what can be an overbearing variety at times.,Nelson Ranch,19,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Philo Ridge 2009 Nelson Ranch Viognier (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philo-ridge-2009-nelson-ranch-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Viognier,2009,Philo Ridge 15.5,Red,Italy,"There's a distinctive touch of dark cola and licorice here that frames a solid core of blackberry and cherry liqueur. The wine is darkly concentrated with firm tannins and a soft, sweet endnote of mature fruit and cinnamon spice.",,,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Viviani 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viviani-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Viviani 14,Red,Chile,"Dark and deep up front, with cola, menthol, berry and leather aromas. The mouth is clacky and fiery, with lively flavors of cassis, black cherry, mint and spice. Shows some roughness and heat in front of a full and long finish with tobacco and vanilla.",Gran Reserva,20,88,Maipo Valley,,,Vistamar 2008 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistamar-2008-gran-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2008,Vistamar 10,White,US,"Scents of poached figs and spice perfume this exotic off-dry Riesling. The palate is rich and deeply concentrated with sweet apple flavor, marked by hints of brioche and an exuberant spray of lemon juice acidity.",Tanzen Dame Morehouse Road Vineyard First Harvest,18,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bloomer Creek 2009 Tanzen Dame Morehouse Road Vineyard First Harvest Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloomer-creek-2009-tanzen-dame-morehouse-road-vineyard-first-harvest-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Bloomer Creek 15,Red,Italy,"Bixio offers a tight, compact expression of Amarone that seems bursting at the seams with fresh fruit, cherry and berry aromas. The wine is syrupy and thick in the mouth with a refreshing touch of acidity at the close.",,,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Bixio 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bixio-2008-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Bixio 11.5,White,US,"Off-dry with tangy citrus and orange fruit flavors. A food-friendly style at just 11.5% alcohol, with enough juicy acidity to cut through the sweetness.",,12,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2009 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2009-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2009,Château Bianca ,Red,US,"This wine requires decanting, as it seems to have entered a dumb phase. But there is clearly a good core of blackberry and black cherry fruit, lightly dusted with fresh herb.",Janus,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Brooks 2008 Janus Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brooks-2008-janus-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Brooks 14,Red,Italy,"Marion always hits a home run with this delicious Valpolicella Superiore. The wine is soft and layered with aromas of candied cherry, chocolate and mesquite spice.",,30,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Marion 2007 Valpolicella Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marion-2007-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Marion 14.5,Red,Chile,"Shines with a nice purple lustre then opens with big blackberry and spiced plum flavors that are earthy and wild. The palate is round, ripe and feels good, and the flavors are centered on herbal blackberry and toast. Very good for the price range.",Reserva,12,88,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2010 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2010-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,MontGras 14.5,Red,Chile,"Earthy, warm and generously oaked, with berry aromas that bring leather and smoke. The palate is healthy and tight, with spiky tannins and herbal black fruit flavors. Grippy on the finish, with olive and spice. Very much a good-quality, typically styled Chilean Cabernet.",Alpha,24,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2009 Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2009-alpha-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Montes 13,White,Germany,"Comes across as rather round and lush on the palate, with tropical fruit flavors of guava and pineapple. It's easy to drink and enjoy for its fruity immediacy and mouthwatering finish.",Gimmeldinger Biengarten Trocken,40,88,Pfalz,,,A. Christmann 2009 Gimmeldinger Biengarten Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-christmann-2009-gimmeldinger-biengarten-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2009,A. Christmann 14.9,Red,US,"An individualistic, some would say eccentric wine, made from grapes grown all over the valley. Your first impression is of jammy sweetness: blackberries, cherries, raspberries, oak. Then the tannins kick in, bringing needed dryness. Shows the ripeness of Napa Valley Cabernet, but doesn't seem like an ager. Drink now–2014.",,70,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Altvs 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altvs-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Altvs 12,White,Germany,"If there's any quibble with this wine, it's that the aromas and flavors remain in a very narrow range, from struck flint to citrus. Otherwise, it's a lovely dry Riesling, slightly plump and custardy on the palate yet crisp and sharply focused on the finish. Drink it over the next several years.",Dürkheimer Rittergarten Kabinett Trocken,22,88,Pfalz,,,Fitz-Ritter 2009 Dürkheimer Rittergarten Kabinett Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitz-ritter-2009-durkheimer-rittergarten-kabinett-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2009,Fitz-Ritter 14,Red,Chile,"Hard spice, licorice, raisin and pastry aromas come with just a spot of green. The palate is lush, smooth and dark, with black plum, herbal berry, black olive and bell pepper flavors. Smooth on the finish, with tobacco and herbal length.",Reserva,20,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Koyle 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koyle-2009-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Koyle 12,Sparkling,France,"Soft, ripe Champagne, with a crushed strawberry flavor. To balance, there is acidity and gentle fruit. This could partner fried fish dishes or Mexican food.",Rosé Douceur Sec,60,88,Champagne,Champagne,,J. de Telmont NV Rosé Douceur Sec (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-telmont-nv-rose-douceur-sec-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,J. de Telmont 12,Sparkling,France,"A dry, citrus-driven Champagne, very mineral in character, with a taut and racy style. With 75% Pinot Noir in the blend, it has some hints of toast, pink grapefruit and a firm edge of acidity.",Brut Réserve,40,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru NV Brut Réserve (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-nv-brut-reserve-champagne-140543/,Champagne Blend,,Mailly Grand Cru 13.6,Red,US,"Tart raspberry fruit mingles with light, fresh herb in a wine with good balance and medium body. There is plenty of acidity in this young wine, and the structure to smooth out over the next 4–6 years.",Temperance Hill,32,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lumos 2008 Temperance Hill Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lumos-2008-temperance-hill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lumos 13,Red,France,"Very modern, wood-aged wine, rich and smooth with a firm layer of tannins. Its wood aging has tended to remove any varietal characters, leaving an anonymous wine that is rich, fruity in plum and blackberry.",Amplus,55,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2008 Amplus Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2008-amplus-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lucien Albrecht 13.5,Red,Italy,This is a pretty Ripasso with warm notes of cola and mature fruit nicely integrated with loads of cherry brightness. The wine delivers a bittersweet close.,,28,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Luciana Cordioli 2009 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luciana-cordioli-2009-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Luciana Cordioli 14.5,Red,US,"Pretty much a near replica of the winery's previous vintage, a sound, clean and dry Cabernet for drinking soon. It's rich in tannins, with varietally proper flavors of blackberries, black currants, plums and cedar. Give it a good decant before pouring.",,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Titus 13.1,Sparkling,US,"A beautifully drinkable rosé sparkling wine for opening now. It's soft and honeyed, with fine bubbles framing slightly sweet flavors of raspberries, cherries, brioche, vanilla and toast.",Mirabelle Brut Rosé,27,88,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg NV Mirabelle Brut Rosé Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-nv-mirabelle-brut-rose-sparkling-north-coast-139165/,Sparkling Blend,,Schramsberg 13.5,Red,Italy,"This lush Valpolicella blend imparts a rich, warm feeling with aromas of maraschino cherry and sweet Indian spice. Nothing is out of place here, and that's what makes this wine so delicious.",Monte Gradella,35,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Santa Sofia 2008 Monte Gradella (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-2008-monte-gradella-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Santa Sofia 14,Red,Chile,"Leather and woody/smoky aromas blend well with core cassis and berry scents. The palate feels fresh and healthy, with cassis, raspberry, herb and olive flavors. Tones it down on the finish, which is dry and tastes of carob and minty green herbs.",Family Reserva,18,88,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2009 Family Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2009-family-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Echeverria 12.5,White,Germany,"It's labeled dry, but this wine comes across as just slightly off dry, with ripe melons and pears taking the lead and never looking back. It's plump on the palate, finishing with a teasing sense of sugar. Drink now.",Red Slate Dry,16,88,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2009 Red Slate Dry Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2009-red-slate-dry-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Loosen 14,White,France,"Certainly rich, but this wine is also about purity of spicy fruit, bringing out the fresher side of the variety as well as the intensity.",,28,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 14.5,White,France,"An intensely rich wine from vines planted on chalk soil. There is a spicy, smooth texture, with a bitter almond and cinnamon edge. The alcohol does leave a burning sensation, which detracts from the overall feel.",Calcaire,40,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Calcaire Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-calcaire-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 17.5,Red,Italy,"No doubt, this is a big, bold wine that hits the palate like a ton of bricks. Aromas include maple syrup, brown sugar, molasses, dark fruit and plum, spice and leather. Not surprisingly, it delivers loads of sticky chewiness as well.",Corte del Pozzo,75,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Gino Fasoli 2006 Corte del Pozzo (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gino-fasoli-2006-corte-del-pozzo-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Gino Fasoli 12.5,White,Germany,"With its crystalline notes of green apple and lime and lightfooted nature, this Mosel Riesling offers straightforward, clean refreshment. It's crisp and zesty, a thirst quencher that finishes almost completely dry.",Hochgewächs Trocken,18,88,Mosel,,,Caspari-Kappel 2009 Hochgewächs Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caspari-kappel-2009-hochgewachs-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Caspari-Kappel 13.5,White,Chile,"Comes out feisty, with sassy green fruit aromas, tropical offsets and minerality. It's sheer and driving in the mouth, with sour apple, lemon and green bean flavors. Finishes pointed and pithy, with a lasting cool green character. Captures the essence of coastal SB.",Cool Coast Paredones Estate,23,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2011 Cool Coast Paredones Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2011-cool-coast-paredones-estate-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Casa Silva 16.5,Red,Italy,"A long oak regime (36 months in barrel) helps cement this Amarone's tones of barbecue sauce, cola, savory spice and dark fruit. The wine shows a ripe, chewy quality with loads of masculine power and intensity.",Zovo,47,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Zanoni 2006 Zovo (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zanoni-2006-zovo-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Zanoni 14,Red,Italy,This is a delicious Ripasso with soft oak renderings and sophisticated spice tones layered between bright cherry and blackberry. A lingering note of barbecue spice brings up the rear.,Ca' de' Rocchi Monterè,15,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Tinazzi 2009 Ca' de' Rocchi Monterè (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinazzi-2009-ca-rocchi-montere-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Tinazzi 12.5,Sparkling,France,"An attractive Champagne, with its creamy character brought out by a light dosage. The wine has balancing green apple acidity. It's light in the mouth, with a final taut texture.",Brut,,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Thiénot NV Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thienot-nv-brut-champagne-140156/,Champagne Blend,,Thiénot 15.5,Red,Italy,"Two years of aging in French barrique have helped to craft a layered, complex Amarone with syrupy richness in the mouth, sweet smoke overtones and aromas of bacon, cola, leather and dried fruit. Pair this hearty wine with game meat or stew.",Corte Majoli,28,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tezza 2007 Corte Majoli (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tezza-2007-corte-majoli-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2007,Tezza 12,Sparkling,France,"A rosé made from the color of the grape skins rather than the more usual Champagne system of adding red wine. It is as light as a feather, with just hints of raspberry fruits and delicious acidity, with a dry aftertaste.",Rosé de Saignée Brut,37,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Vollereaux NV Rosé de Saignée Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vollereaux-nv-rose-saignee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Vollereaux 14.1,Red,US,"Fruity and forward, this appealing Pinot has cherry candy fruit flavors, balancing acidity, and a fresh and lively mouthfeel. Drink over the next five years.",Trisae,36,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Trisaetum 2009 Trisae Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2009-trisae-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Trisaetum 15,Red,Italy,"Amarone Ca' Florian is a top-scoring wine but this year, a pungent note of apple skin distracts from the overall picture. The wine boasts dark, luscious concentration and background aromas of chocolate and leather.",Ca' Florian,90,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommasi 2007 Ca' Florian (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2007-ca-florian-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Tommasi 13,White,Chile,"Minerality and passion fruit aromas control the bouquet. The palate is fresh and zesty, with grapefruit, lime and green apple flavors. Holds its form and tightness on the finish, staying juicy and fresh from front to back.",,12,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Root:1 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/root-1-2011-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Root:1 13.3,White,US,"Exotic pineapple, lime and tangerine scents combine with notes of slate and wet stone on this lovely Riesling. It's quite dry, but feels lush on the palate with a sweet grapefruit softness. Finishes long and minerally.",Dry,16,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Rooster Hill 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooster-hill-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Rooster Hill 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Beatifully pétillant with small, persistent beads, this hints of tangerine and lemons skins against a backdrop of fresh mushrooms and madacamia nuts. The foam is quite mouthfilling, but lemony acidity leads to a lingering finish.",Blanc de Blancs,42,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sparkling Pointe 2005 Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkling-pointe-2005-blanc-blancs-long-island-north-fork/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Sparkling Pointe 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Aged eight years prior to disgorgement, the Brut Séduction is earthy and rich on the nose and palate with notes of mushrooms and nut oils that shine against a backdrop of fresh pear and lemon. Striking in acidity and dry in style, it finishes elegantly on a lemon rind and biscuit note.",Brut Séduction,50,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sparkling Pointe 2001 Brut Séduction Sparkling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkling-pointe-2001-brut-seduction-long-island-north-fork/,Sparkling Blend,2001,Sparkling Pointe 13.5,White,Germany,"From one of Germany's few biodynamic producers, this combines struck flint and honeyed ripeness on the nose, then offers apple, citrus and fennel-like flavors. Despite the medium body, the acids are bracing and almost sharp on the finish.",Westhofener Trocken,58,88,Rheinhessen,,,Wittmann 2009 Westhofener Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wittmann-2009-westhofener-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Wittmann 13.5,White,Chile,"Crisp green aromas suggest lime and then passion fruit. It's lively and spritzy in the mouth, with high acidity yielding green flavors that transition to pithy and heavy. Lemon-lime mixed with celery notes come up on the finish.",EQ,20,88,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2010 EQ Sauvignon Blanc (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2010-eq-sauvignon-blanc-san-antonio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Matetic 14.5,Red,US,"One of the richer, riper Edna Valley Pinots, offering waves of raspberry and cherry marmalade flavors. It sure is delicious, if a little direct. Drink now with lusty fare, like cold smoked salmon or chorizo.",,32,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2009 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Stephen Ross 14.5,Red,Italy,"Smoky, dark and rich, this oak-aged Ripasso is packed tight with savory aromas of barbecue smoke, bresaola, licorice and sun-dried fruit. There's a sweet note on the close followed by smooth, soft tannins.",,25,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Montezovo 2009 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montezovo-2009-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Montezovo 12,Sparkling,France,"With some good bottle age, this is a dry, yeast- and toast- dominated Champagne. Crisp citrus and apple notes are there along with a steely edge. It's a fine wine from a small Champagne house.",Brut Améthyste,35,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Barthélémy NV Brut Améthyste (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-barthelemy-nv-brut-amethyste-champagne-138734/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Barthélémy 14.5,Red,Chile,"Toasty, minty and sweet smelling. The palate is dark, full and choppy feeling, with cola, coconut, mint, blackberry and cassis flavors. There's good power and depth to this Malbec; a bit rough and herbal at the finish line.",Orzada,20,88,Lontué Valley,,,Odfjell 2009 Orzada Malbec (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2009-orzada-malbec-lontue-valley/,Malbec,2009,Odfjell 12,White,Germany,"Hints of honey and orange marmalade on the nose suggest a wine moving toward maturity at a rapid pace, and one gets a similar impression from the palate, which shows similar development. It's stony and layered with honeyed citrus without being sweet, with a wiry feel to the lingering finish. Drink now.",Rudesheimer Kabinett Dry,15,88,Rheingau,,,Carl Ehrhard 2008 Rudesheimer Kabinett Dry Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-ehrhard-2008-rudesheimer-kabinett-dry-riesling-rheingau-132595/,Riesling,2008,Carl Ehrhard 13.9,White,US,"Spicy pear fruit is amplified with nuanced flavors of cracker and caramel. Though vinified in stainless steel, the impression of light barrel aging lingers. Barrels or not, the wine benefits.",,15,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Yamhill Valley 2009 Pinot Gris (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yamhill-valley-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Gris,2009,Yamhill Valley 13.5,Red,Italy,"Ripasso Campo San Vito is a thick, brooding wine that offers an interesting combination of sweet spice, clove, blackberry, chocolate and dried fruit. That smooth, velvety texture is perfect for grilled meat.",Campo San Vito,25,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Villa Monteleone 2009 Campo San Vito (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-monteleone-2009-campo-san-vito-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Villa Monteleone 12,White,France,"Congratulations to Wolfberger for indicating sweetness levels on the back label. This wine weighs in at a 6 (out of 9). The sweetness is partially lost in the spicy character of the wine, with soft lychee and pear flavors. It misses intensity, but is attractive to drink now.",Eichberg Grand Cru,40,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Wolfberger 2009 Eichberg Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolfberger-2009-eichberg-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Wolfberger 13.5,White,Germany,"Deceptively easy, with a soft, off-dry finish, this wine nevertheless has plenty of other things going for it, including a complex array of honey, melon and spice flavors framed by hints of wet stone. It's slightly sweet and peppery on the long finish.",Westhofen Morstein GG Trocken,92,88,Rheinhessen,,,Wittmann 2009 Westhofen Morstein GG Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wittmann-2009-westhofen-morstein-gg-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Wittmann 12,Sparkling,France,"A fine, crisp and balanced Champagne, that has fresh red currant and red apple fruits, a tight texture and light tannins. Fruity, very lively.",Rosé Brut,60,88,Champagne,Champagne,,J. de Telmont NV Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-de-telmont-nv-rose-brut-champagne-133294/,Champagne Blend,,J. de Telmont 14.2,Red,US,"There's a very good wine in here, with bright acidity, smooth tannins and complex flavors of raspberries, cherries and cola. Yet there's also a strange metallic taste that makes you wonder about the screwcap. It could just be the high acidity combined with minerality. Give it a good long decant before drinking.",Thorn Ridge Vineyard,56,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Inman Family 2007 Thorn Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inman-family-2007-thorn-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Inman Family 14.5,Red,US,"A nice Malbec that shows the dark color, thick furry tannins and dry blackberry and blueberry flavors that make this variety pair so well with beef. Good acidity too. You really get a lot of richness here.",Estate,40,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Fritz 2009 Estate Malbec (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2009-estate-malbec-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Malbec,2009,Fritz 14.8,Red,US,"Here's a good, useful Cabernet with some real elegance. It's bone dry and sturdy in tannins, with solid blackberry and currant flavors leading to a long, sweet finish. Drink over the next three years.",Glendale Ranch,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Houdini 2007 Glendale Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/houdini-2007-glendale-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Houdini 19,Dessert,US,"Tremendously sweet in blackberry, chocolate and vanilla oak flavors, with a fine bite of acidity. It's a satisfying dessert wine for drinking with chocolate, or try pecan pie, but it would score far higher if it were richer.",Petite Sirah,32,88,California,California Other,California,Prager 2006 Petite Sirah Port (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2006-petite-sirah-port-blend-port-other/,Port,2006,Prager 13,White,US,"Now 20 years old, Ponzi's five acres of this unusual Piedmontese grape yields a limited-production white wine that is always a joy to taste. Spicy and tart, with stone fruit flavors dramatically speckled with white pepper and herb.",,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2010 Arneis (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2010-italian-white-arneis-willamette-valley/,Arneis,2010,Ponzi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Corte Lenguin delivers an impressive Ripasso this year with luscious softness and plump aromas of vanilla bean, red cherry and mocha. The wine closes with a rich, smoky aftertaste.",,20,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Corte Lenguin 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-lenguin-2008-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Corte Lenguin 14,White,France,"All richness, with concentrated spice and fruit ripeness as much as sweetness. Flavors of lychee, white figs show under light acidity. Ready to drink.",Vorbourg Grand Cru,55,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2008 Vorbourg Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2008-vorbourg-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,Dopff & Irion 14,Red,Italy,"Tedeschi's bright Ripasso offers vibrant tones of forest berry and bramble followed by sharp, crisp acidity that keeps the palate refreshed. The wine ends with medium, but persistent intensity.",Capitel San Rocco,22,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Tedeschi 2009 Capitel San Rocco (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2009-capitel-san-rocco-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,2009,Tedeschi 14.1,Red,US,"This focuses on the Wadensvil clone, and seems almost spritzy—it's definitely a tongue-tickler. Cherry cola flavors highlight sweet, primary fruit. Refreshing, though probably best enjoyed within the first couple of years.",Artist Series #10,55,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Trisaetum 2009 Artist Series #10 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2009-artist-series-10-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Trisaetum 17,Red,Italy,"Green apple and lemon zest make for a pungent touch of volatility that tickles the nose as you sniff this ruby-colored Amarone. The intensity and clarity is great, and the finish concedes more room to spice, dark fruit and almond flavors.",,,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommaso Bussola 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommaso-bussola-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Tommaso Bussola 13,Red,Italy,"Il Sestante is a fresh and dense wine with good concentration and bright aromas of cherry, chocolate and dried prune. This Ripasso is soft and plush with a hint of sharp acidity to keep it all in focus.",Il Sestante,20,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Tommasi 2009 Il Sestante (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2009-il-sestante-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Tommasi 14,Red,Chile,"Herbal, leathery aromas give way to a pretty strong blast of green that infiltrates the wine. Alongside the herbal, green core character is spiced chocolate, dark berry fruit and blazing acidity. This is full, saturated and masculine, with raking tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Petit Verdot.",VSC,30,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2008 VSC Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2008-vsc-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Santa Carolina 14.9,Red,US,"A little high in alcohol, as is the Paso Robles way, but really a very lush and pleasurable Zinfandel. Softly tannic and slightly sweet, it floods the mouth with ripe flavors of raspberries, black cherries, mocha, cinnamon and pepper.",Wheelhouse,21,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sextant 2009 Wheelhouse Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sextant-2009-wheelhouse-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,Sextant 14.5,White,US,"Roughly half and half Viognier and Roussanne, this is vivid and fresh, with grapefruit flesh and rind in the flavor mix. Peach and apricot streaks slip into the midpalate, and the wine sets up bracing and clean, with just a hint of bitterness.",Chatte d'Avignon,18,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Seven of Hearts 2010 Chatte d'Avignon Roussanne-Viognier (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hearts-2010-chatte-davignon-rhone-style-white-blend-roussanne-viognier-other-columbia-valley-or/,Roussanne-Viognier,2010,Seven of Hearts 14.3,Red,US,"Tough and resilient in acids and tannins, but elegantly streamlined. Shows tart flavors of sour red cherry candy, vanilla and sweet sandalwood. Now–2014.",,50,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,J Vineyards & Winery 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,J Vineyards & Winery 14.1,Red,Chile,"Narrow, forward black cherry aromas are dark and positive. It's a bit choppy and showing acidity on the palate, with plum, red berry and additional edgy zest. Flows fast and direct due to its bright fruit and lively acids. A good everyday red wine that's tasty and charged up.",Casa,13,88,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2009 Casa Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2009-casa-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2009,Lapostolle 15,Red,Italy,"There's a very spicy, sassy element to this Amarone by La Giaretta that comes across as mesquite smoke, teriyaki, Spanish cedar and hummus. The wine is tight and taut on the close with a delicate prune-like aftertaste.",,40,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,La Giaretta 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaretta-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,La Giaretta ,Red,US,"The tannins are still hard as nails in this five-year-old Cabernet. It's like chewing on sandpaper, but the black currant and cassis flavors are powerful. An old-fashioned wine that could develop over the years.",Secret Clone,100,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 2006 Secret Clone Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2006-secret-clone-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,M. Cosentino 12,Dessert,Chile,"Sweet and tropical on the nose, with lychee and melon aromas that are like a nice air freshener. The palate has a good, clean feel to it and flush, sweet flavors of ripe nectarine, lychee and melon. Tame and not too thick, cloying or grabby on the finish.",Late Harvest,13,88,Limarí Valley,,,Vistamar 2010 Late Harvest Moscatel (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistamar-2010-late-harvest-muscat-moscatel-limari-valley/,Moscatel,2010,Vistamar 14.3,Red,US,"Toasty and tart, this lively wine is built upon wild-picked berry flavors. There is a streak of iron or metal running through the center of the palate; a flavor that some tasters will enjoy more than others.",Rollins Estate,44,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Vista Hills 2009 Rollins Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2009-rollins-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Vista Hills 13.5,White,US,"A rich, full-bodied, oaky Chardonnay, with the pleasing texture of cream. It's spicy and very flavorful in pears, mangoes, vanilla custard and buttered toast. Could be a little livelier, though.",Bien Nacido Vineyards,32,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Stephen Ross 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyards Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2009-bien-nacido-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Stephen Ross 13.5,Red,Italy,"Speri's Vigneto Sant'Urbano is the kind of wine you'll want to pair with pork ribs or Western barbecue. It opens with dark concentration and segues to aromas of dark chocolate, cherry liqueur, soapy rose petal and toasted almond. The wine finishes with a soft, smooth texture.",Vigneto Sant'Urbano,30,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Speri 2008 Vigneto Sant'Urbano (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-2008-vigneto-santurbano-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Speri 13.5,White,US,"Grassy, this opens into pineapple and lemongrass flavors as well as lemon. It's got elysium (code for cat pee), too, but its racing minerality is worth seeking out, the wine simple, clean and balanced.",,14,88,California,Lake County,Lake County,Guenoc 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2010-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Guenoc 13.5,White,Canada,"Vibrant acidity and warm, toasted oak tones add structure and balance to this full, deeply concentrated Chardonnay. Fresh apple flavors marked with hints of exotic tropical fruit are round and rich on the palate, trailing elegantly to a salted caramel finish.",Cuvée County,22,88,Ontario,Prince Edward County,,Rosehall Run 2008 Cuvée County Chardonnay (Prince Edward County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosehall-run-2008-cuvee-county-chardonnay-prince-edward-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Rosehall Run 18,Dessert,US,"Very, sweet, with molasses, oatmeal cookie, blackberry jam, chocolate, vanilla and spice flavors. Could be more concentrated for the sweetness. The blend is mainly Petite Sirah, with the balance comprised of traditional Port varieties.",Noble Companion 10 Year Old Tawny,55,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prager NV Noble Companion 10 Year Old Tawny Port (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-nv-noble-companion-10-year-old-tawny-port-blend-port-napa-valley/,Port,,Prager 12,Sparkling,France,"Produced in the Aube, the southernmost part of Champagne, this attractive orange-pink-colored rosé is fruity, packed with cherry and raspberry flavors and well balanced with acidity.",Brut Rosé,55,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Philippe Prié NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-prie-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Philippe Prié 15.4,Red,US,"A subdued Mountain Zin at first, surprising given its power. It hits you first with nice licorice flavors, its tannins mellow and tight, and just the right amount of jammy fruit. A mouthful that sometimes doesn't hit too hard.",Spring House Estate,24,88,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2008 Spring House Estate Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2008-spring-house-estate-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2008,Lava Cap 15,Red,Chile,"Quite earthy and sun-baked to start, with raisiny aromas that come with cola and leather. Thick, dense and heavy in the mouth, with concentrated, baked flavors of blackberry, pepper and bitter chocolate. A superripe, inky wine with soft tannins and a spongey finish.",Cuvée Alexandre Las Kuras Vineyard,24,88,Cachapoal Valley,,,Lapostolle 2008 Cuvée Alexandre Las Kuras Vineyard Syrah (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2008-cuvee-alexandre-las-kuras-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cachapoal-valley/,Syrah,2008,Lapostolle 15,Red,Italy,"This Amarone seems a tad older than it really is thanks to slightly aged aromas of cured beef, cigar box, earth and used leather. But the freshness of the fruit does come through on the palate, promising many more drinking years ahead.",Famiglia Pasqua,30,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Pasqua 2008 Famiglia Pasqua (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasqua-2008-famiglia-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2008,Pasqua 13.5,Red,Chile,"Herbal and scratchy up front, with spice, eucalyptus and raspberry aromas. The palate is concentrated and firm, with baked berry, olive and other warm, earthy flavors. Finishes toasty and tannic, with a chocolaty essence along with brown sugar. Made from Carmenère, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc, Merlot and Syrah in descending order.",,40,88,Maipo Valley,,,Pargua 2007 Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pargua-2007-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Pargua 12,Sparkling,France,"Still young, this round and textured Champagne has great apple and citrus flavors. It is tightly drawn with a great line of acidity, some toast and the purest light final touch of fruit. Age for 4–5 years and more.",Brut Cuvée Tradition,35,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Vollereaux 2005 Brut Cuvée Tradition (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vollereaux-2005-brut-cuvee-tradition-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Vollereaux 14.1,Red,US,"Fruity and front-loaded, with a tongue-tingling mouthfeel. The tasty black cherry fruit quickly fills the mouth with a burst of fresh fruit. The wine is designed for near-term enjoyment.",Coast Range Estate,45,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Trisaetum 2009 Coast Range Estate Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2009-coast-range-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2009,Trisaetum 13.5,Red,Italy,"I Cantoni opens with an immediate bouquet of superripe fruit, candied cherry, spice and chocolate. It's a chewy, soft wine that could pair with piquant aged cheese.",I Cantoni,30,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Novaia 2008 I Cantoni (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novaia-2008-i-cantoni-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Novaia 12,Sparkling,France,"Attractive, best-selling Crémant d'Alsace, with its crisp apple and almond flavors to go with the acidity. It is lively, well-balanced, a great value in sparkling wines.",Brut,22,88,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Wolfberger NV Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolfberger-nv-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Wolfberger 14.5,Red,Chile,"Smoky and penetrating aromas include cherry, cassis, olive and spicy tobacco. The palate is juicy and racy to the point of aggressive, while the flavor mix of herbs, berry, tobacco, mint and plum screams out Maipo Cab. Finishes scratchy and a little hot, with bitter chocolate as the lasting flavor.",Gran Reserva,15,88,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2008 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2008-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Morandé 14.5,Red,Chile,"Blackberry and cola aromas are cool and collected. The palate has weight and texture to accompany berry, mint, herb and peppery flavors. Turns more herbal and roasted as it unwinds. Pepper and spice lead the finish.",Alpha,24,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2009 Alpha Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2009-alpha-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2009,Montes 14,White,Chile,"A little flat and resiny on first take, with a lot of toast and oaky sweetness to the nose. The palate is propped up by citrusy acidity, which adds snap to an otherwise creamy and resiny palate with sweet fruit and spice flavors. Citrusy acids are the key to keeping this oaky wine's head above water.",Alpha,24,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Montes 2009 Alpha Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2009-alpha-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Montes 14,Red,Italy,"Aged in small oak barrels, Ripasso La Traversagna most definitely shows a worldly, sophisticated side that is marked by aromas of exotic spice, clove and mature berry. That cool crispness on the close holds the wine firmly together.",La Traversagna,50,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Monte Faustino 2007 La Traversagna (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-faustino-2007-traversagna-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Monte Faustino 13,White,France,"A rounded, attractively perfumed wine, showing a creamy, rich side to Riesling. There is a warm feel, with some sweetness and rich peach flavors. Drink now.",Cuvée de l'Hostellerie,,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Emile Beyer 2009 Cuvée de l'Hostellerie Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emile-beyer-2009-cuvee-lhostellerie-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Emile Beyer 14,Red,Italy,"Ripasso Le Quare shows very nice integration of bright fruit tones such as cherry and cassis set against smoky notes of spice and chocolate derived from careful oak aging. The wine also shows freshness with a pleasant, medium mouthfeel that is never over the top.",Le Quare,19,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Gamba 2008 Le Quare (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamba-2008-le-quare-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Gamba 15.5,Red,Italy,"From the far away 2002 vintage, this aged Amarone delivers tertiary aromas of polished mineral, ash, dried fruit, soy sauce and ginger chips. There's a pungent point of dried apple skin at the end. Drink now.",XX Anni in Due Secoli,70,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corteforte 2002 XX Anni in Due Secoli (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corteforte-2002-xx-anni-in-due-secoli-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2002,Corteforte 14.5,Red,Italy,"This hearty Ripasso from Corte Rugolin presents a soft texture and mouthfeel that is enhanced by barbecue smoke, ripe fruit, prune and a crisp touch of acidic fruit. That freshness on the close gives the wine balance and staying power.",,29,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Corte Rugolin 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-rugolin-2008-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Corte Rugolin 14.5,Red,Italy,"Ripasso Acini Ameni opens with thick, dark concentration and gritty aromas of jammy fruit, leather and tobacco. This is a richly textured wine that would pair with barbecued ribs or pork roast and baked potatoes.",Acini Ameni,26,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena Superiore,,Corte Figaretto 2009 Acini Ameni (Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-figaretto-2009-acini-ameni-red-valpolicella-ripasso-valpantena-superiore/,Corvina,2009,Corte Figaretto 12,Sparkling,France,"While it obviously has a relatively high dosage (added sweetness), this is still a fresh and balanced wine, with a mineral edge to go with the green apple flavors. The finish is ripe and soft.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,40,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Château de Bligny NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bligny-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Château de Bligny 13.5,White,Chile,"Lively and tangy, but refreshing as it captures the new Chilean style of racy Sauvignon Blanc. The palate is spritzy, with lime, orange peel and tart apple flavors. Cleansing on the finish. Good value and purity for the money.",BrisAndes,11,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2011 BrisAndes Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2011-brisandes-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 13.5,White,France,"Dry Riesling from vineyards in Turckheim. It has a great steely core, and layers of perfume and intense acidity. It is crisp, concentrated while remaining poised and elegant.",Terroir d'Alsace,,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Terroir d'Alsace Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-terroir-dalsace-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht ,Sparkling,France,"Wild strawberry flavors dominate this ultrafresh rosé. The wine, based on 90% Chardonnay and added Pinot Noir, is so fruity and ripe, while keeping a strict line in acidity.",Rosé Brut,50,88,Champagne,Champagne,,De Sousa & Fils NV Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sousa-fils-nv-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,De Sousa & Fils ,White,US,"Solid and full-bodied, almost blocky, this big-boned Chardonnay wraps its banana and light tropical fruit flavors in a generous layer of toasty oak. The acidity keeps it fresh, but it's a drink-soon style.",Dijon Clone 76,27,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Carabella 2008 Dijon Clone 76 Chardonnay (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carabella-2008-dijon-clone-76-chardonnay-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Chardonnay,2008,Carabella 13.5,Red,US,"An acidic wine that doesn't offer much richness, but has other things going for it. It's low in alcohol and bone dry, with red cherry, tobacco, clove and pepper flavors. Grows on you for elegance. Drink with ahi tuna, steak tartare, ham, Chinese spare ribs.",Vieilles Vignes,18,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Birichino 2010 Vieilles Vignes Grenache (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/birichino-2010-vieilles-vignes-grenache-central-coast/,Grenache,2010,Birichino 15,Red,Italy,"Here's an extremely floral and perfumed Amarone that is redolent of church incense and scented candle. You'll also get notes of pressed violets and spicy Indian curry on the thick, meaty finish.",,46,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Brunelli 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brunelli-2008-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2008,Brunelli 14.5,Red,Chile,"Rooty and sweet smelling on first take, with leather, baked berry, olive and finally some burnt, charred oak. The palate is totally saturated, with lemony oak flavors in front of rooty black fruit and dark spice. Lively, tannic and not short on acid on the finish.",El Olivar Alto Single Vineyard,25,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2008 El Olivar Alto Single Vineyard Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2008-el-olivar-alto-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2008,Viu Manent 14.4,Red,US,"Generous fruit flavors of strawberry preserves are the focus of this full-throttle Pinot Noir. Stone fruits and anise, along with a butterscotch vein from barrel aging, add further interest. Drink this over the near term.",Skyraider Reserve,60,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Vista Hills 2009 Skyraider Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vista-hills-2009-skyraider-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Vista Hills 16.5,Red,Italy,"Cherry, plum, spice and a pungent touch of dried apple skin gives the bouquet a bright, immediate feel. In the mouth, this fine Amarone delivers tight tannins and fresh intensity.",,59,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Villa Spinosa 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-spinosa-2004-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Villa Spinosa 14.1,Red,US,"The Shea Vineyard, replanted during the 1990s due to phylloxera, is returning to its old form. Round and fresh fruit flavors, lightly toasty, and showing a dusting of powdered sugar, craft a fruity wine with a raspberry pastry character. Lovely for near-term enjoyment.",Shea Vineyard,65,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Rex Hill 2008 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2008-shea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rex Hill 14.3,Red,US,"Nice and dry, with a silky texture and firm, fine acidity. Good application of oak, too. This elegant young Pinot Noir brims with raspberry and cherry flavors. A little direct now, but could gain traction with a few years in the cellar.",Bien Nacido Vineyards,38,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Stephen Ross 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyards Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2009-bien-nacido-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Stephen Ross 12,Sparkling,France,"Orange-pink color on this soft, ripe rosé. The balance is better than in past years, with acidity cutting the red fruits. Light-bodied with a good texture.",Demoiselle Rosé Brut,50,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken NV Demoiselle Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-nv-demoiselle-rose-brut-champagne-133299/,Champagne Blend,,Vranken 12,Sparkling,France,"A rich rosé, edging towards dryness. The wine is full of fresh crushed strawberries and red apple flavors, showing the ripeness of the year yet keeping a sense of elegance and tight structure.",Demoiselle Rosé Millésimé Brut,120,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken 2003 Demoiselle Rosé Millésimé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-2003-demoiselle-rose-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2003,Vranken 14.5,Red,Chile,"A little funky and cheesy on the nose, with leather, olive and leafy berry fruit aromas. The palate feel is staunch and tannic, with dry, roasted flavors of red berries and herbs. Finishes baked, with some heat and smoke. Hard and tannic stuff, but also flavorful and generous.",Edición Limitada,22,89,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2008 Edición Limitada Cabernet Franc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2008-edicion-limitada-cabernet-franc-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Morandé 16,Red,Italy,"Musella's 2007 Amarone shows both elegance and grace, and although the wine ages two years in oak, those wood tones are very delicate indeed. What comes through instead is the quality of the fruit followed by licorice and dried tobacco.",,30,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Musella 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/musella-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2007,Musella 14,White,Chile,"Toasty and barrel-rich up front, with lemon, baked apple and good integration of aromas. The feel is complete, friendly and round, with apple and sweet stone fruit flavors. Oak is always present, but so is an unmistakeable ripe quality. Very good for Chilean Chardonnay despite being oaky and sweet.",Reserva Especial,23,89,Limarí Valley,,,Maycas del Limari 2009 Reserva Especial Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maycas-limari-2009-reserva-especial-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Maycas del Limari 12,Sparkling,France,"A Blanc de Noirs uses only black grapes and can be powerful with a tannic edge. That's the case here, the wine full of citrus zest, an apple-skin texture and a tight and tannic feel. A real food Champagne.",Blanc de Noirs Brut,51,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Mailly Grand Cru NV Blanc de Noirs Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mailly-grand-cru-nv-blanc-noirs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Mailly Grand Cru 14.5,Red,Chile,"Hickory smoked, campfire aromas lead off the nose, which has dense berry and curt minerality at the core. The palate is chewy, meaty and rich, with toasty, woody, spicy flavors of dark fruits and chocolate. Almost blackened at points, but undeniably from good grapes.",Alpha,24,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2009 Alpha Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2009-alpha-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Montes 16,Red,Italy,"There's a rustic or aged quality here that recalls used leather, black granite, smoky mesquite and toasted nut. The fruit slides deep into the background with distant hints of cassis and dried forest berry.",Corte Antica,,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cantine Benedetti 2006 Corte Antica (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-benedetti-2006-corte-antica-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Cantine Benedetti 12,Sparkling,France,"Light, poised, this is an apple-fresh wine, balanced with a light dosage. Fresh, crisp and bright as a button.",Brut Classic,,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz NV Brut Classic (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-nv-brut-classic-champagne-140132/,Champagne Blend,,Deutz 17,Red,Italy,"A little offbeat, but definitely worth your interest, this plush Amarone delivers a twofold punch of intensity and delicate crispness. Cherry, red apple and even citrus zest are identifiable flavors.",Ca' Coato,70,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Antolini 2007 Ca' Coato (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antolini-2007-ca-coato-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Antolini 14.5,Red,US,"An impressive Cabernet, grown in a cool part of Paso Robles. Shows admirable dryness and control, with firm, fuzzy tannins housing classic blackberry and currant flavors.",,17,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Ancient Peaks 12,Sparkling,France,"One of the trio of Dumangin wines around a single variety and named after family forebears, this is a rare pure Pinot Meunier. It shows a delicate softness, perfumed with ripe, smoky apricot fruit, ready to drink now.",Cuvée Achille Brut Nature,145,89,Champagne,Champagne,,J. Dumangin Fils NV Cuvée Achille Brut Nature Pinot Meunier (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-dumangin-fils-nv-cuvee-achille-brut-nature-other-red-pinot-meunier-champagne/,Pinot Meunier,,J. Dumangin Fils 13,White,France,"A beautifully perfumed wine, with ripe flavors, soft and rounded, hints of tropical fruits as well as spice and honey. Intense and full-bodied.",Trois Châteaux,33,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2009 Trois Châteaux Muscat (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2009-trois-chateaux-muscat-alsace/,Muscat,2009,Kuentz-Bas 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a fresh and slightly rustic Amarone with earthy notes of tobacco and used leather set behind tones of dried flower and candied blueberry. The mouthfeel is smooth, soft and shows very good intensity overall.",,30,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sociale-della-valpantena-2008-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2008,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 13,White,Germany,"This is unusually open and flamboyant for Riesling, with tropical fruit notes that call to mind pineapple and coconut, but also hint at honey, stone fruit and crushed stone. It's full in the mouth and lushly textured, with a long, fruity finish.",Mittelheim St. Nikolaus Trocken,55,89,Rheingau,,,Peter Jakob Kühn 2008 Mittelheim St. Nikolaus Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-jakob-kuhn-2008-mittelheim-st-nikolaus-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Peter Jakob Kühn 12,White,Germany,"Even Grünhäuser's entry-level trocken is impressive in 2010, combining ample petrol-like notes with a pronounced streak of lime sherbet. It's medium bodied and slightly creamy on the midpalate, yet sharply focused on the finish.",Trocken,26,89,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2010 Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2010-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2010,Maximin Grünhäuser 15,Red,US,"A hugely oaky, tannic Chianti-styled wine, mostly Sangiovese, that can use some more time in bottle to soften, its tannins still grippy and chewy. But clearly this is a heady wine that'll show plenty of personality and pairing possibilities with time.",Misto,28,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Noceto 2008 Misto Sangiovese (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noceto-2008-misto-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sangiovese,2008,Noceto 12.5,White,France,"Brightly perfumed wine, its acidity coming from a delicious array of white fruits, citrus and green plums. It has some sweetness, making it a fine apéritif style.",,17,89,Alsace,Alsace,,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 2009 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-pfaffenheim-2009-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 12.5,White,Germany,"On the citrusy side of things for the Pfalz, where many of the wines lean toward peachiness. Pineapple and passion fruit notes are accented by hints of stuck flint and a vaguely briny character. Although only 12.5% abv, the wine is richly textured on the palate, then turning crisp and refreshing on the finish.",Laumersheim Steinbuckel GG Trocken,45,89,Pfalz,,,Knipser 2009 Laumersheim Steinbuckel GG Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knipser-2009-laumersheim-steinbuckel-gg-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2009,Knipser 13,White,US,"Aromas of wet stone, smoke and petrol seep evocatively into the sweet pineapple bouquet. The palate is dry but deeply concentrated with a ripe stone fruit character. Finishes briskly with a bracing lime juice acidity.",Falling Man Vineyard Dry,30,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Lake Vineyards 2009 Falling Man Vineyard Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-lake-2009-falling-man-vineyard-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Keuka Lake Vineyards 14,Red,Italy,"Ripasso Le Morete offers warming aromas of mature fruit and dark spice followed by brighter tones of black cherry and mesquite. The wine happily delivers both intensity and brightness with thick, textured tannins on the close.",Le Morete,18,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Manara 2008 Le Morete (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manara-2008-le-morete-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Manara 13,White,France,"A balanced wine that showcases the ripe fruit while preserving freshness and layers of melon and spiced pear flavors. It has some concentration, leaving a final rich texture.",Pfingstberg Grand Cru,43,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2007 Pfingstberg Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2007-pfingstberg-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2007,Lucien Albrecht 12.5,Red,US,"One could do way worse than this proprietary California blend. It's thick, jammy and yet also sublime with sweet licorice dominating the scene.","Luscious Red, Artist's Collection Limited Edition",10,89,California,California Other,California,"Salvatore Principe 2009 Luscious Red, Artist's Collection Limited Edition Red (California)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvatore-principe-2009-luscious-red-artists-collection-limited-edition-other/,Red Blend,2009,Salvatore Principe 14.9,Red,US,"This is always a tough wine to rate, because it starts life out so tannic, it's practically undrinkable, which forces the critic to predict its future. The 08 is quite astringent, almost rustic in sandpapery toughness. It's also sweet in raspberry, cherry and blackberry jam, dark chocolate and caramelized oak flavors. Doesn't seem likely to age well, so drink over the next 3–4 years.",Yverdon Vineyard,65,89,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 2008 Yverdon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2008-yverdon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Terra Valentine 14.5,White,US,"Smooth and fruity, this pleasing wine offers a full rainbow of fruit, from lemons to apples to peaches. Round and buttery, with just a slight burn in the finish.",Dijon Clone,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2009 Dijon Clone Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2009-dijon-clone-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Rex Hill 13,White,Chile,"Initially it offers up vegetal notes, but later the nose settles on bell pepper, green melon and lime aromas. The palate is fine and linear, with a slight creaminess and good acidity. Flavors of citrus, green herbs and grass lead to a lightly herbal finish.",Q,15,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Quintay 2010 Q Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintay-2010-q-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Quintay 14,Red,Italy,"Villa Erbice delivers a thick, meaty Ripasso that almost matches the intensity of its big brother Amarone. The wine offers immediate tones of black rubber, tar, spice, dark fruit and cherry over luscious, dense concentration.",,35,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Villa Erbice 2008 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-erbice-2008-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Villa Erbice 17,Red,Italy,"A touch of pungent apple skin, orange zest and white licorice open the bouquet and need a few minutes to blow off before this wine can really strut its stuff. The mouth is where this Amarone performs best thanks to dark, rich intensity and a long, powerful finish.",Vigneto Alto,,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommaso Bussola 2006 Vigneto Alto (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommaso-bussola-2006-vigneto-alto-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Tommaso Bussola 14.5,Red,US,"This winery figured out the formula for a great under-$20 Cabernet years ago and has hewed close to that style. The '09, like its predecessors, is dry, rich and balanced, offering classic Napa Cabernet ripe fruit character. A good value for the quality.",,20,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Educated Guess 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/educated-guess-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Educated Guess 14.6,Red,US,"Tastes very new oaky and fruity-sweet, with bigtime flavors of cherry pie filling, red licorice and buttered cinnamon toast. Delicious and sexy, with fabulously soft, intricate tannins, but lacks a certain depth and complexity. Drink now–2014.",Estate,60,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,David Arthur 2008 Estate Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-arthur-2008-estate-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2008,David Arthur 14.5,Red,US,"Good acidity, crunchy, dry tannins and subtle earth flavors mark this fine Pinot Noir. The fruit offers raspberries, cherries and cola, with an elaborate coating of sweet oak. Seems at its best over the next few years.",Ashley's,50,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2009 Ashley's Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2009-ashleys-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Fess Parker 14.8,Red,US,"The vineyard is in the tenderloin of the Edna Valley. The wine is tight and acidic now, with a tart, cherryskin sting. But it's vastly rich and concentrated in raspberries, cola and cherries. Flashy and impressive, it needs a little more complexity to earn a higher score.",Stone Corral Vineyard,52,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2008 Stone Corral Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2008-stone-corral-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Stephen Ross 15,Red,Italy,"There's a degree of rustic volatility here that comes across as green apple and lemon zest, but the wine benefits from the brightness and crispness overall. Fresh fruit tones and tonic acidity help give the wine dimension and length.",Podere le Marognole,45,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Bertarole 2007 Podere le Marognole (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bertarole-2007-podere-marognole-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Le Bertarole 14.4,White,US,"Classic in color and well layered with apple and pear, this is made by a new, young producer in the Livermore Valley who is trying to hit new heights in quality. The wine's acidity is subtle and ideal for pairing with roast chicken and the like.",Del Arroyo Vineyard,18,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Nottingham Cellars 2009 Del Arroyo Vineyard Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nottingham-cellars-2009-arroyo-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Nottingham Cellars 12.5,White,Germany,"Attractive citrus and struck flint aromas give way to ripe apple and pineapple flavors on the palate, where the wine is medium bodied and pleasantly plump. Finishes long, briny and with just a touch of sweetness.",Johannisberger Klaus Kabinett Trocken,30,89,Rheingau,,,Prinz von Hessen 2007 Johannisberger Klaus Kabinett Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-von-hessen-2007-johannisberger-klaus-kabinett-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2007,Prinz von Hessen 12.5,White,Germany,"From red slate (roten schiefer) soils, this is a surprisingly fruit-forward dry Riesling, punctuated by fresh, floral aromas and piercing pineapple fruit. There's not a huge amount of complexity in this medium-bodied wine, but it boasts admirable purity, focus and length.",Vom Roten Schiefer Trocken,,89,Nahe,,,Prinz Salm 2010 Vom Roten Schiefer Trocken Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-salm-2010-vom-roten-schiefer-trocken-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2010,Prinz Salm 14.1,Red,Chile,"Berry, cassis and cola aromas are standard and clean. The palate is bright, with some chop and bite due to hard tannins and acids. Flavors suggest blackberry, cassis and black cherry, while coffee, toast, mocha and other dark, oak-based flavors control the finish.",Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard,24,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 2009 Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2009-cuvee-alexandre-apalta-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Lapostolle 15,Red,Italy,"The appassimento process means grapes lose 30% of their volume and water thanks to air drying. This Amarone shows the distinct intensity you normally associate with this process along with dried aromas of raisin, prune, spice, leather and tobacco.",,70,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Santa Sofia 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Santa Sofia 13.5,Red,US,"A very good wine, and an exciting early peek at the quality of the 2010 Cabs. Dry and rich in tannins, it's complex in blackberry, black currant, olive and sweet oak flavors",Barney's Heritage Cuvee,29,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hawkstone 2010 Barney's Heritage Cuvee Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkstone-2010-barneys-heritage-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Hawkstone 15.5,Red,Italy,"Amarone can often be over the top in terms of intensity and density, but this expression from Degani shows moderate elegance instead. Cola, licorice, tobacco and fresh berry nuances give the wine a youthful, less austere personality without taking away from the overall complexity.",La Rosta,56,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Degani 2008 La Rosta (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/degani-2008-rosta-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Degani 16,Red,Italy,"Cured meat, smoked bacon, dried herb and Indian spice pretty much sum up the bold aromatic profile of this superrich Amarone. Characteristic fruit tones of prune and black plum do pop up on the finish, giving the wine a smooth close.",Torre d'Orti,30,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cavalchina 2007 Torre d'Orti (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavalchina-2007-torre-dorti-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2007,Cavalchina 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a thick, masculine Ripasso that boasts a compelling array of barbecue notes, spice, ripe fruit and dark plum. The wine also shows focus and determination thanks to its clean, direct close.",Villa Novare,22,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Bertani 2008 Villa Novare (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2008-villa-novare-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Bertani 15,Red,Italy,"Amarone Villa Arvedi is a wine with a purpose. Its anything-but-exaggerated mouthfeel (compared to most other superextracted wines in this category), bright fruit aromas and polished tannins, speak to true Valpolicella tradition. That's the message being transmitted here.",Villa Arvedi,50,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena,,Bertani 2007 Villa Arvedi (Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2007-villa-arvedi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-valpantena/,Corvina,2007,Bertani 12,Sparkling,France,"Just what is says on the label: this is a bone-dry, mineral and steel wine with citrus flavors. It is full of vivid acidity that bursts in the mouth. There is just a hint of bitterness at the end.",Brut Zéro,,89,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Domaine Léon Boesch 2008 Brut Zéro White (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leon-boesch-2008-brut-zero-white-cremant-dalsace/,White Blend,2008,Domaine Léon Boesch 14,White,France,"Lightly spicy wine, with a honeyed core, this attractive ripe fruit-flavored wine also shows a crisper, more acid side of Gewürztraminer. The finish revels in more tropical fruit character.",Vorbourg Grand Cru,50,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2008 Vorbourg Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2008-vorbourg-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Dopff & Irion 12,White,France,"A dense wine that shows some vanilla flavor as well as proper Riesling acidity. It's perfumed, with white fruit and citrus flavors, soft and only lightly textured.",Mandelberg Grand Cru,,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Specht 2009 Mandelberg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-specht-2009-mandelberg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Domaine Specht 12,Sparkling,France,"Now owned by Bollinger, Ayala's Champagnes have seen great improvement in recent years. This nonvintage Brut is complex, with its dry character given weight by a hint of toast, almonds and a taut aftertaste.",Brut Majeur,40,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Ayala NV Brut Majeur (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ayala-nv-brut-majeur-champagne-140144/,Champagne Blend,,Ayala 14.4,Red,US,"Soft, sweet and delicious, in the modern style, this Cab is rich and forward in blackberries, plums, cassis and spices, with lots of smoky new oak. It's complex and interesting now, if a little aggressive. Try giving it 4–5 years in the cellar, if not longer.",Limited Release Butala Vineyard,85,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artesa 2007 Limited Release Butala Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2007-limited-release-butala-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Artesa 14.5,Red,US,"For a fairly large production, turn-key Petite Sirah this one is very worthwhile, with a fully fruity nose of dark plum and blackberry that gets broody with notes of clove and cinnamon. The wine's got good balance for a PS, is even-keeled and yet has plenty of meat on its bones. A great go-to Petite Sirah.",,17,89,California,Lake County,Lake County,Guenoc 2009 Petite Sirah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2009-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Petite Sirah,2009,Guenoc 13.7,Red,US,"A whiff of pretty floral scents graces the opening of this wine, which then turns tight and somewhat liquorous. The barrel influence dominates at the moment, but given the youth of the wine those barrel accents should wane with further bottle age, and bring out more of the fruit.",Calkins Lane Vineyard,68,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2009 Calkins Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2009-calkins-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Adelsheim 15,Red,Italy,On display here are bright aromas of red fruit and forest berry followed by deeper tones of dark chocolate and licorice. The wine is smooth and round with rich texture and well-proportioned sweetness on the close.,,30,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Zeni 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zeni-2008-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2008,Zeni 12,Sparkling,France,"Dumangin's nonvintage blend, is smooth, creamy and soft. It is on the dry side, with some good bottle age, showing in toast and a very textured fruit character.",Brut 17,,87,Champagne,Champagne,,J. Dumangin Fils NV Brut 17 (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-dumangin-fils-nv-brut-17-champagne-140167/,Champagne Blend,,J. Dumangin Fils 14.3,Red,US,"A fine young Pinot Noir, bristling with clean acidity and bone dry. It's strongly flavored, giving a burst of cherries, raspberries, cola and spices.",,19,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Navarro 2009 Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2009-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2009,Navarro 14.9,Red,US,"Offers huge, lush flavors of blackberries, cherries, chocolate and sweet oak upfront, flattering with richness. Unfortunately it falls off in the middle, failing to deliver after the initial promise. Drink now.",Roux Old Vine,46,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chiarello Family Vineyards 2009 Roux Old Vine Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiarello-family-2009-roux-old-vine-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,Chiarello Family Vineyards 14,Red,Chile,"Full, dense and minty on the nose, with leather and a controlled sharpness. The palate is round and wide, with mouthfilling flavors of cherry, plum, resiny spice and leather. Finishes grabby and slightly herbal, with plenty of oak and chewable tannins.",Reserva,15,87,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2009 Reserva Syrah (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2009-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-limari-valley/,Syrah,2009,Viña Tabalí 12.5,Rose,US,"Dryness and acidity mark this orange-colored Pinot Noir. It shows strong flavors of raspberries, strawberries and tangerine zest. Needs salty, umami-style foods, like bacon, sausage, ham, salted nuts, olives.",Endless Crush Rosé of,32,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Inman Family 2010 Endless Crush Rosé of Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inman-family-2010-endless-crush-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Inman Family 11.1,White,US,"Subtle and crisp in profile, this not-quite-dry Riesling from Lakewood Vineyards is delicate in its soft, slightly underripe peach and apricot tones. Vibrant acidity and a clean, floral spray on the finish make it wonderfully refreshing.",Dry,13,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lakewood 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lakewood-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Lakewood 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of ripe, savory raspberry and cherry fruit in this tasty Pinot Noir. It's dry and crisp in acidity, with a rich overlay of oak. Drink now.",Doctor's Vineyard,50,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Lucienne 2009 Doctor's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucienne-2009-doctors-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lucienne 13.8,Red,US,"Very ripe, with a bite of raisin skin bitterness. But it's a lush wine, filled with chocolate, blueberry, blackberry jam and cedar flavors that go down nice and easy. Drink now.",,40,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Bonneau 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonneau-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bonneau 13,White,US,"A spray of lime pith mingles with white florals on the nose and palate of Prejean's Dry Riesling. It's dry on the palate, but softened considerably by a gorgeously concentrated apricot and white peach fruit profile.",Dry,12,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Prejean 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prejean-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Prejean 15,Red,US,"This is Michael David's flagship Zin, a mighty production that's popular and well-priced at $16. Full of big, ripe flavors of bacon, black fruit and toasty oak, it's plummy, juicy, full-octane-flavored, peppery, all you want in a Zin of this style.",Old Vine Zinfandel,16,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Seven Deadly Zins 2009 Old Vine Zinfandel Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-deadly-zins-2009-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2009,Seven Deadly Zins 14,Red,Chile,"Pinched on the nose but solid in terms of aromas: blackberry, cassis and a touch of oak come together well. The palate is just big enough to hint at richness, while plum and berry flavors are good despite being a touch briney. Toast and mint come up on the finish.",Natura,11,86,Central Valley,,,Emiliana 2010 Natura Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2010-natura-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Emiliana 13.2,Red,US,"Warm and spicy on the nose and palate, this Virginia Merlot boasts a sour cherry aroma combined with hints of gingersnap cookie and ripe bramble. Ample and rich with slightly stewed black fruit notes, the palate is bathed in waves of anise and cinnamon that linger on the finish.",Estate Club,19,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar 2009 Estate Club Merlot (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-2009-estate-club-merlot-virginia/,Merlot,2009,Veramar 13,Sparkling,France,"Dry in style, freshly crisp with apple skin and lemon flavors. The wine has a touch of almonds to balance the intense fruity acidity. A bright apéritif wine.",Brut,22,86,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine du Petit Coteau NV Brut (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-petit-coteau-nv-brut-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,,Domaine du Petit Coteau 12.5,Sparkling,France,"With its bitter almond and kiwi fruit flavors, this is a classic sparkling Vouvray, laced with intense acidity. It's fresh, just off-dry, with concentrated fruit flavors.",Gilet Brut,,86,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine de la Rouletière NV Gilet Brut (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rouletiere-nv-gilet-brut-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,,Domaine de la Rouletière 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a red Valpolicella blend with a unique personality. The wine shows drying mineral tones and brimstone backed by mature fruit, black olive and freshly ground pepper.",I Lastari,12,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Aldegheri 2009 I Lastari (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aldegheri-2009-i-lastari-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2009,Aldegheri 12,Sparkling,France,"Not many rosé Champagnes have this vivid pink color. The taste is somewhat less exotic, with a good crisp feel to it, well textured with integrated acidity and red currant fruit. The aftertaste is soft, fresh.",Brut Rosé,40,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Orban NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-orban-nv-brut-rose-champagne-138739/,Champagne Blend,,Charles Orban 13.5,Red,Italy,"Brambly wood and forest floor open the bouquet of this crisp Ripasso that is also characterized by aromas of dried rosemary, cola and cassis. A slightly bitter finish would pair with cheese appetizers or creamy pasta.",,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Bixio 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bixio-2008-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Bixio 13,Red,US,"Bright with a purity of pomegranate and sour cherry flavors, Shaw's late-release 2006 Merlot is beautifully spiced on the nose and palate with generous anise and cinnamon notes. Dry and lean with a brisk, bracing acidity, it's a wine to accompany long meals of spiced duck or lighter meat dishes.",,20,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Shaw 2006 Merlot (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-2006-merlot-finger-lakes/,Merlot,2006,Shaw 12,Sparkling,France,"Creamy wine, with pure acidity and a green apple character. It tastes young, herbal, while the aftertaste is soft.",Brut Tradition,40,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Philippe Prié NV Brut Tradition (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-prie-nv-brut-tradition-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Philippe Prié 14,Red,Chile,"Prune, blackberry and minty aromas seem a little overripe and fall off towards raisin. The palate is chunky and weighty, with thick berry and syrupy flavors offset by leafy, herbal notes. Finishes with grabby tannins; could use more bounce.",Visión El Recurso Single Vineyard,15,86,Maipo Valley,,,Cono Sur 2009 Visión El Recurso Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2009-vision-el-recurso-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Cono Sur 12.5,Red,US,"Traces of cedar chips and cigar leaves add intensity to the plush, ripe red fruit notes on the nose and palate. It's a bit soft in profile, but bright acidity and strident grape tannins add structure, leading the way to a pleasant vanilla and black pepper finish.",Aquebogue Estate,25,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2006 Aquebogue Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2006-aquebogue-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Comtesse Thérèse 14,Red,US,"Sweet oak and jammy strawberry and raspberry fruit command this Pinot. It has a nice, silky texture, and is crisp in acidity, but tastes simple, sugary sweet and direct.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,55,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Gary Farrell 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Gary Farrell 12.5,Red,Italy,"You couldn't ask for a better match to movie night dinners at home. Informal, bright and crisp, this easy-going Valpolicella opens with soft, dense pulpy tones of mature fruit, cassis and prune. The mouthfeel is streamlined and fresh.",,14,86,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Latium di Morini 2010 Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latium-morini-2010-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2010,Latium di Morini 10.4,White,US,"Smelling sweetly of green florals with a hint of underripe honeydew, this off-dry Riesling is richly concentrated on the palate with loads of honey tangerines, lime and sweet peach, accented by a vivid black tea astringency.",,13,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lakewood 2009 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lakewood-2009-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Lakewood 13.5,Red,Italy,"La Giaretta's ripe Ripasso offers jammy aromas of strawberry or blackberry preserves with loads of spice and chocolate. A touch of bitterness or sourness appears on the close followed by a tart, smoky aftertaste.",,22,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,La Giaretta 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaretta-2008-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,La Giaretta 12.5,White,France,"Dominated by Sylvaner, this blend also brings out the attractive perfumes of Muscat to give a softly spicy wine, very light and fruity. Fine acidity gives the whole wine a lift.",,14,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2009 White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2009-white-alsace/,White Blend,2009,Kuentz-Bas 14,Red,Chile,"A touch green and herbal/spicy on the nose, with lively red berry and plum aromas. Snappy and zesty on the palate, with red berry, citrus and herbal olive at the base. Finishes solid, with some heat. Juicy, healthy and herbal.",Reserve,14,86,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Santa Ema 13,White,France,"A steely style of Riesling, very crisp and dry, ready to drink. It is textured, layered with acidity and citrus fruits.",,17,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean Albrecht 2010 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-albrecht-2010-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2010,Jean Albrecht 11.5,Dessert,US,"You'd have no way to know from the label that this is really a sweet dessert wine, but it is. It's pretty good, too, with crisp acidity framing sweet tea, tangerine, honeydew melon, green pea and honey flavors.",,13,86,California,California Other,California,The White Knight 2010 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-knight-2010-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2010,The White Knight 14.5,Red,Chile,"Gritty and blackened on the nose, with heavy char and lemony oak aromas to go with black fruit scents. The palate is firm and choppy, with full tannic bite and then lemony black fruit flavors that show molasses and baked flavors. Oaky and tight on the finish, with herbal accents and grab.",Gran Reserva,18,86,Colchagua Valley,,,TerraNoble 2009 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2009-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,TerraNoble 13.5,Red,Italy,"Olive, green curry, caper and a touch of citrus open the offbeat nose of this unique Ripasso red blend. It shows layers of smoke, mesquite and cola on the close.",Jago,26,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Villa Spinosa 2008 Jago (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-spinosa-2008-jago-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Villa Spinosa 12.5,Red,Italy,"Thanks to some wood aging in large oak casks, this food-friendly Valpolicella blend shows good intensity, concentration and clean aromas of red cherry and spice. Pair it with Southern fried chicken.",Vigneto Rafaèl,16,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Tommasi 2009 Vigneto Rafaèl (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2009-vigneto-rafael-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2009,Tommasi 14.2,White,US,"Shows Viognier's exotic side in the tropical mango and papaya fruit flavors, while oak barrels bring in smoky caramel notes. With refeshing acidity, it's an appealing wine. Sharp acidity gives it a cutting feel.",,30,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Wattle Creek 2009 Viognier (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2009-viognier-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Viognier,2009,Wattle Creek 13.5,Red,US,"A nice, medium-bodied wine for the price. It's soft, dry and gently tannic, with sweet flavors of cherries, raspberries, minerals and oak.",,15,86,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Courtney Benham 2009 Cabernet Franc (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2009-cabernet-franc-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Courtney Benham 13.5,Red,Chile,"Brambly and spicy on the nose, with dry plum and raspberry aromas. The palate is tight and acidic for Malbec, so the plum and red berry flavors walk a thin line and come across juicy and chiseled. Turns herbal and lightly oaky with time.",Reserva,11,86,Maule Valley,,,Apaltagua 2009 Reserva Malbec (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2009-reserva-malbec-maule-valley/,Malbec,2009,Apaltagua 12.5,White,Germany,"Kesseler's gems are the GG wines, but this is a medium-bodied, cleanly made introduction to the estate. Petrol, apple and wet stone notes are pretty standard Riesling fare, rendered in a crisp, refreshing style.",Kabinett Trocken,28,86,Rheingau,,,August Kesseler 2009 Kabinett Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-kesseler-2009-kabinett-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,August Kesseler 14.2,Red,US,"A simple but likeable Pinot Noir, with ripe raspberry and cherry fruit. It's dry and silky, and worth drinking with a world-class bacon cheeseburger.",,25,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2009 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2009-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Artesa 15,Red,Italy,"This is an intense, almost too strong, interpretation of Ripasso that offers high alcohol and lasting aromas of tar, asphalt and maraschino cherry. Sweet barbecue spice and chewy cherry nuances appear on the close.",Croce del Gal,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Cantine Benedetti 2006 Croce del Gal (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-benedetti-2006-croce-gal-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2006,Cantine Benedetti ,Red,US,"A tightly wound, tart Pinot Noir, that seems to show a little greenness in the tannins. Sweet grain and a suggestion of Band-aid in the finish.",Rastaban,50,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Brooks 2008 Rastaban Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brooks-2008-rastaban-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Brooks 13.8,Red,US,This needs some breathing time to soften its rough edges. Herbal notes compete with black raspberry fruit. Some spicy highlights lead into a tannic finish. The pieces are there but it needs time to flesh out a bit more.,,20,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Brella 2009 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brella-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Brella 13.5,White,Germany,This unusual blend of Silvaner and Traminer shows a distinctly earthy edge to its grapefruit and melon flavors and a pronounced tart tang that balances its ripe plumpness on the palate. Drink now.,Trautberg Trocken,25,86,Franken,,,Castell 2009 Trautberg Trocken Silvaner-Traminer (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2009-trautberg-trocken-white-blend-silvaner-traminer-franken/,Silvaner-Traminer,2009,Castell 14,Red,Chile,"Gritty berry aromas come with a strong dosage of olive, tobacco and old-school Chilean green herbs. The wine has a linear feel and herbal flavors of plum mixed with bell pepper and olive. Pointy acidity makes the finish a bit rough and scouring.",Reserva,12,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Casa Silva 13.5,Red,Chile,"Slightly green, like almost all basic Carmenères, but there's also spice and depth to the nose and blackberry aromas. Tight and saturated in the mouth, with weight, darkness and concentrated flavors of sweet blackberry and chocolate. Finishes hard and narrow. Contains 15% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Sepia Reserva,10,86,Maipo Valley,,,Vistamar 2009 Sepia Reserva Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistamar-2009-sepia-reserva-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Vistamar 14,White,Chile,"Citrus aromas are familiar. Lively and zesty in the mouth, with refreshing acidity. Orange and passion fruit lead the palate, which transitions to grapefruit. Crisp on the finish. Good for an everyday white wine.",Cefiro Reserva,12,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casablanca 2010 Cefiro Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casablanca-2010-cefiro-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Viña Casablanca 13.1,Red,US,"Ripe and rich on the nose with a harmonious black fruit and sweet vanilla bean aroma, this Virginia Cab is clean and pure with a remarkably pristine fruit profile. Bright and fresh with balanced acidity and a nicely concentrated midpalate.",Estate Club,19,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar 2008 Estate Club Cabernet Sauvignon (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-2008-estate-club-cabernet-sauvignon-virginia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Veramar 12,Sparkling,France,"Ripe strawberry-flavored Crémant, with a soft structure, red berry fruits and only light acidity. The wine is really for food, with some weight to it.",Rosé Brut,,86,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Willm NV Rosé Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-nv-rose-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Willm 13.8,Red,US,"Sharp and minty, with modest red cherry and cola flavors. The thinness of fruit accentuates the tannins and acids. Nice and dry, but lacks generosity for a pricey Pinot Noir.",,32,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Inman Family 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inman-family-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Inman Family 14.1,Red,US,"Very ripe, sweet and oaky, tasting almost like a dessert wine, or at least a melted cherry and plum pastry. Delicious in an obvious way, but lacks complexity, and doesn't seem like an ager. Drink up.",Starr Ridge Vineyard,50,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2008 Starr Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2008-starr-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Gary Farrell 14.5,White,US,"Blended with its Rhône cousins, Marsanne and Grenache Blanc, this is a very rich, soft white wine. It's flamboyant in orange, apricot, peach, buttered toast and vanilla custard flavors that finish sweet. Could be drier and better structured.",,24,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2009 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2009-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2009,Fess Parker 12.5,Red,US,"Sweet and brambly, Heron Hill's Ingle Vineyard Cab Franc is fragrant with aromas of cherry pie filling, vanilla spice and dried, ripe wood. The palate is dry and lean, but quite concentrated in fruit with a pleasantly tart raspberry finish.",Ingle Vineyard,18,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2008 Ingle Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2008-ingle-vineyard-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Heron Hill 14.1,White,US,"This is a wine that needs warm vintages, and unfortunately 2010 was anything but. There's a green aroma of bell pepper, and while the toast, lees and citrus flavors are pleasant, an ammonia note persists throughout. This is also the first vintage Quintessa has turned to Sonoma County to partially source grapes.",Illumination,40,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Quintessa 2010 Illumination Sauvignon Blanc (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintessa-2010-illumination-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Quintessa 14,White,Chile,"Tropical aromas include banana. There's good texture here framing toasted apple, melon and banana flavors. Tastes lightly buttered on the finish, with notes of apple and lemon. Normal and good.",Antiguas Reservas,15,86,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2010 Antiguas Reservas Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2010-antiguas-reservas-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Cousiño-Macul 13,White,Chile,"A straightforward example of Chilean SB, meaning there's citrus and mineral on the nose, juicy acidity and lime, grapefruit and tangerine flavors. It's clean and solid, with slight pithiness. Delivers a lot for $9; drink now.",,9,86,Curicó Valley,,,Tololo 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tololo-2011-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2011,Tololo 13.5,Red,Chile,"Woody and resiny smelling, with raspberry and plum aromas that are slightly herbal. Hard, tannic and choppy in the mouth, with red berry and herbal flavors that fold in sweet tobacco. Drying on the finish, where the tannins rise up once again.",Reserva,18,86,Colchagua Valley,,,TerraNoble 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,TerraNoble 11.5,Red,US,"While intensely sweet on the nose with sprightly red cherry and pomegranate candy aromas, the palate is dry and sheer in body with a clean, crisp red fruit profile, wispy tannins and a soft, brambly finish.",,20,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 2008 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-2008-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Standing Stone 13.5,Red,Chile,"Spice and cola scents mix with smoky berry aromas. Tight and juicy in the mouth, with crisp red cherry and plum flavors and a medicinal edge. Solid and racy throughout.",Reserve,10,86,Central Valley,,,Siegel 2010 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2010-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Siegel 13.5,White,US,"This everyday Chardonnay will appeal to fans of the modern style of ripe fruit and plenty of oak. It's rich and creamy, with pineapple, tangerine and mango flavors.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lake Sonoma 2010 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Lake Sonoma 14,Red,Italy,"Aged in small oak barrels for 24 months, I Quadretti offers burnt aromas of cedar and incense followed by rose potpourri and scented candle. The close is sour and slightly bitter.",I Quadretti,38,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,La Giaretta 2007 I Quadretti (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaretta-2007-i-quadretti-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2007,La Giaretta 11,Sparkling,US,"Like it says, this is a sweet bubbly. It has raspberry, strawberry, vanilla and toast flavors that are easy to like. Made from Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Sangiovese and Syrah, it's a lovely wine for those who like their sparklers on the sweet side.",Sweet Rosé,13,86,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Sweet Rosé Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-sweet-rose-sparkling-california-139580/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 12,Sparkling,US,"A sweetly delicious bubbly, with fine bubbles and a rich yeastiness to the citrus, cherry and vanilla flavors. The blend is of French Colombard, Chardonnay and Sangiovese.",Made with Organically Grown Grapes Brut,16,86,California,California Other,California,Korbel 2009 Made with Organically Grown Grapes Brut Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-2009-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-brut-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,2009,Korbel 14.1,Red,US,"The aromas first convey a somewhat stemmy, weedy impression, and that is woven into the flavors as well. What ultimately brings the wine into better balance is the underlying red fruit, tangy and substantial, with good length through the finish.",5 Blocks,22,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lumos 2009 5 Blocks Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lumos-2009-5-blocks-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lumos 12,White,France,"A smooth wine, dominated by its creamed pear fruit flavors, light acidity and an edge of structure with spice bringing out some richness.",Cuvée Balthazar,16,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2010 Cuvée Balthazar Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2010-cuvee-balthazar-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2010,Lucien Albrecht 14,Red,Chile,"It's almost impossible to distinguish this wine from Santa Monica's Reserva Especial, but this seems to have more richness albeit the same herbal olive character and dryness of the supposedly more elevated bottling. Tastes of olive, leaves and dried red fruits, with a baked and spicy finish.",,15,86,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Monica 2006 Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-monica-2006-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2006,Santa Monica 13.5,Red,US,"This is a sweetly fruity wine, soft and silky in the mouth, with flavors of blackberry and cherry jam, raisins and plums. It's very spicy, thanks to the addition of some Syrah. Drink now.",,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Ranch 2009 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-ranch-2009-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Rutherford Ranch 13.4,Red,US,"This drinks like a decent, everyday Bourgogne rouge. It has more than a smattering of herb and earth behind a lightly plummy fruit core.",,31,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Reustle 2008 Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reustle-2008-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Reustle 15,Red,US,"This Syrah and Petite Sirah blend is very flavorful in ripe, jammy cherry, raspberry and blackberry flavors, and the tannins are smooth and rich. It's marred by excessive prickliness. Drink now.",Barbareño,42,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Refugio Ranch 2008 Barbareño Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/refugio-ranch-2008-barbareno-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Refugio Ranch 12,White,Germany,"This medium-bodied Riesling displays the peachy ripeness of the Rhine regions, allied to hints of melon, stuck flint and wet stone. Turns just a bit tart and lean on the finish.",Jacobus Trocken,20,86,Rheingau,,,Peter Jakob Kühn 2009 Jacobus Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-jakob-kuhn-2009-jacobus-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Peter Jakob Kühn 13.5,White,Germany,"A kindler, gentler style of trocken, with medium body, harmonious notes of smoke, truffle and honey and lively spice notes (think pepper, ginger) on the finish.",Oppenheim Sackträger GG Trocken,,86,Rheinhessen,,,Kühling-Gillot 2008 Oppenheim Sackträger GG Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuhling-gillot-2008-oppenheim-sacktrager-gg-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Kühling-Gillot 12,White,US,"A pleasant, easy to drink Chardonnay whose price makes it a special value. It's dry and crisp, with tangerine and lemonade flavors finished with a touch of buttered toast and vanilla.",Lightly Oaked,8,86,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2010 Lightly Oaked Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2010-lightly-oaked-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 12.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a very palatable Valpolicella Classico with mature fruit and black cherry aromas backed by soft spice and a touch of mocha chocolate. Lingering spice tones accent a thick, nicely rounded mouthfeel.",Tenuta Lena di Mezzo,15,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Monte del Frà 2010 Tenuta Lena di Mezzo (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-fra-2010-tenuta-lena-mezzo-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,Monte del Frà 14.4,White,US,"Bright, jammy pineapple, yellow apricot and white peach fruit flavors mark this unoaked Chardonnay. It has brisk acidity and is almost sweet in honey. Delicious, but simple, and made for drinking now.",N'Oak,20,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Adastra 2010 N'Oak Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adastra-2010-noak-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2010,Adastra 13,White,France,"Full-bodied, smooth-textured Pinot Gris, the off-dry character laced with dried apricot fruit and a smoky edge. The wine seems rich, while retaining poise from its acidity.",Tradition,,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Emile Beyer 2010 Tradition Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emile-beyer-2010-tradition-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2010,Emile Beyer 14.2,Red,US,"Faust has struggled to get Cabernet right. This '08 is dominated by oak, with upfront cherry and blackberry flavors. It represents an improvement over the last few vintages. Drink now.",,50,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Faust 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faust-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Faust 14.5,Red,Italy,"Boasting a fuller, thicker style compared to last vintage, this base Valpolicella (with 70% Corvina and 30% Rondinella) delivers candied fruit aromas with raspberry roll-up and cassis syrup. The wine shows loads of chewy, ripe fruit characteristics.",La Corte del Pozzo,20,86,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Gino Fasoli 2009 La Corte del Pozzo (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gino-fasoli-2009-corte-pozzo-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2009,Gino Fasoli 12,Sparkling,France,"With some weight behind it, this is a ripe Champagne, with cherry and raspberry fruit and attractive lime acidity. There is a good bite in the aftertaste.",Réserve Brut Rosé,45,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Château de Bligny NV Réserve Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bligny-nv-reserve-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Château de Bligny 12.6,White,Chile,"For simple SB, this is a good value with legitimate aromas of lime, green apple and mineral. The palate has a round feel along with good acids, so the flavors of lemon, tangerine and melon are lifted and fresh. About as honest as you'll get in under-$10 Sauvignon Blanc.",Xplorador,8,86,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Xplorador Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-xplorador-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Concha y Toro 13.5,White,Chile,"Gears up with basic aromas of apple and tropical fruit. The palate is round and a little syrupy in feel, with candied, sweet flavors of melon and banana. Has the weight and sweetness to offer mass appeal.",Casillero del Diablo Reserva,12,86,Limarí Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Casillero del Diablo Reserva Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-casillero-diablo-reserva-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Concha y Toro 12,Sparkling,France,"An attractive, rich Champagne with a good balance between its ripe apple and citrus flavors as well as some intense textured fruit skins and minerality. Not for aging, but a fine Champagne.",Premier Cru Brut,40,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles de Cazanove NV Premier Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-de-cazanove-nv-premier-cru-brut-champagne-136674/,Champagne Blend,,Charles de Cazanove 13.5,White,US,"This great-value SB from Lake County hits it out of the park on all sorts of fronts, including price. It's got subtle aromatics of pear and lemon, and is a little generic and simple, but at $10 it's so perfectly drinkable who cares? All in a colorful package. Best Buy.",,10,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Line 39 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/line-39-2010-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Line 39 14.5,Red,US,"Leathery, dried cherry fruit flavors are set against streaks of earth, herb and a hint of barnyard. It's soft and eminently accessible, the tannins smooth and supple, with a hint of vanilla.",Estate,25,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Yamhill Valley 2009 Estate Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yamhill-valley-2009-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2009,Yamhill Valley 13.5,Red,Italy,"Lofty intentions are evident thanks to the wine's sophisticated bouquet and deeply concentrated mouthfeel. A touch of apple skin rides high over aromas of cherry and chocolate, pushing them to the background.",,40,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Zymè 2006 Valpolicella Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zyme-2006-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Zymè 14,Red,Chile,"Dark in color, with warm, earthy aromas framed by fairly obvious oak scents. Beefy but good in terms of feel, with spiced plum and berry flavors. Finishes dark, spicy and with notes of cocoa, pepper and lasting oak.",Nimbus Single Vineyard,23,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casablanca 2009 Nimbus Single Vineyard Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casablanca-2009-nimbus-single-vineyard-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Viña Casablanca 12,White,France,"Softly perfumed wine. Its flavors of ripe Williams pears allied to acidity create a pure, clean mineral-textured wine. Acidity is so well balanced it gives the wine a final lift.",Signature,15,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Robert Klingenfus 2010 Signature Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-klingenfus-2010-signature-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2010,Robert Klingenfus 14.7,White,US,"A good Rhône-style white blend of Roussanne and Viognier. It's very rich in tangerine, white peach, mango, honey and vanilla flavors, yet balanced with minerality and a clean sweep of acidity. Finishes a little sweet, but not too much.",Ineseño,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Refugio Ranch 2009 Ineseño White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/refugio-ranch-2009-ineseno-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Refugio Ranch 13.5,White,Germany,"This wine makes an interesting contrast to the estate's GG from the Wallhausen Johannisberg—it's seemingly much tighter. There's passion fruit and fern fronds, wrapped in crisp acids that leave the wine finishing long, but tart and scoury.",Berg Roxheim GG Trocken,62,87,Nahe,,,Prinz Salm 2009 Berg Roxheim GG Trocken Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-salm-2009-berg-roxheim-gg-trocken-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2009,Prinz Salm 14.5,Red,Italy,"A great value wine, this oak-aged Ripasso opens with lovely intensity and defined aromas of sweet chocolate, cola and cherry. The close is even more intriguing with a quirky twist of ginger, soy or mesquite smoke. This is a wine for those who prefer a big, bold style.",,12,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Stefano Accordini 2007 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-accordini-2007-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Stefano Accordini 14.2,Red,US,"A superdark, inky blend of 64% Barbera, 18% Petite Sirah, 17% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Zinfandel that's meaty, thick, possessed of baked plum and blackberry fruit with an oaky, smoky finish that veers slightly sweet. A good wine to pair with meaty, smoky foods.",Prima,,87,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay-Livermore Valley,Tamás Estates 2008 Prima Red (San Francisco Bay-Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-2008-prima-red-central-coast-san-francisco-bay-livermore-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Tamás Estates 14.7,Red,US,"This Rhône blend, which is based on Grenache, has bright red cherry, orange zest and vanilla flavors, accented with caramelized oak. It's a little on the sweet side, but balanced with vital acidity.",Rhapsody,23,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,R2 2009 Rhapsody Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r2-2009-rhapsody-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,R2 13,White,Germany,"For a 2008, this seems to be developing rather quickly, showing toasty notes that emerge on the nose, expand on the palate and jump out on the finish, largely overshadowing the admirable citrus and crushed-stone elements. Drink now.",Oestrich Doosberg Trocken,70,87,Rheingau,,,Peter Jakob Kühn 2008 Oestrich Doosberg Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-jakob-kuhn-2008-oestrich-doosberg-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Peter Jakob Kühn 13.5,Red,US,"Full bodied with a generously ripe black cherry and crème de cassis profile, this Petit Verdot (with just a hint of Merlot and Cab thrown in) is beautifully structured with a sturdy frame of tannins and minerality with shining tones of graphite and pencil lead.",,22,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 2007 Petit Verdot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2007-petit-verdot-long-island-north-fork/,Petit Verdot,2007,Pellegrini Vineyards 13,Red,US,"A warm earthiness evocative of black truffles and damp soil seduces on the nose and palate of this North Fork Cab. Ripe cranberry and red plum fruits are concentrated yet lean in profile due to striking acidity and soft, yet pleasantly astringent tannins.",,20,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Pellegrini Vineyards 13,White,France,"Named for Romanus Albrecht, the founder of the winery in the 15th century, this is a lightly spiced wine. Its round fruit is given an edge by pepper and light acidity. The aftertaste confirms it as a bone-dry wine.",Cuvée Romanus,20,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2010 Cuvée Romanus Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2010-cuvee-romanus-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2010,Lucien Albrecht 14,White,France,"Ripe spice and lychee fruits, classic Gewürztraminer with tropical fruit, a touch of pepper and a full-bodied, intense feel. For drinking now.",Tradition,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Léon Boesch 2009 Tradition Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leon-boesch-2009-tradition-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Domaine Léon Boesch 12,White,France,"High acidity as well as white fruit perfumes characterize this wine. It shows the extreme freshness of the vintage, guarding a mineral texture, and a totally fresh and crisp aftertaste.",,17,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2010 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2010-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2010,Dopff & Irion 13,White,France,"This blended wine is as rich as so many others produced by Olivier Humbrecht. It also has a delicious, delicate line of acidity and pear juice flavors that suggest an attractive off-dry apéritif style.",Zind,35,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Zind White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-zind-white-alsace/,White Blend,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 12.5,Red,France,"With some wood aging, this is a richer Pinot Noir than some from Alsace. Good color, red berry fruits and an intense juicy line of acidity. Not for aging, but with some weight.",Rouge d'Obernai,26,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Seilly 2009 Rouge d'Obernai Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-seilly-2009-rouge-dobernai-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Seilly 12,Red,US,"Whiffs of menthol and gingersnap cookie add complexity to the concentrated plum and sour cherry palate on this dry, medium-bodied Cab Franc. Vivid acidity and a spray of freshly cut herbs lead to a clean, refreshing finish.",,15,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fulkerson 2008 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulkerson-2008-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Fulkerson 13,White,Chile,"More peachy and melony than sharp, with simple, lightly prickly aromas, honeyed peach and passion fruit flavors, and a round, soft finish. A solid, round quaffer that doesn't sizzle but won't disappoint.",Casillero del Diablo Reserve,12,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Casillero del Diablo Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-casillero-diablo-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Concha y Toro 14,Red,Chile,"Berry and cola aromas are offset by a grassy/minty scent. In the mouth, the acidity is high so the feel is forward and scouring. Tastes earthy, herbal and meaty, with tobacco, black fruit, spice and mint. Full-forced and staunch; contains 15% Syrah.",Casillero del Diablo Reserva Privada,14,87,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2008 Casillero del Diablo Reserva Privada Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2008-casillero-diablo-reserva-privada-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2008,Concha y Toro 14,White,US,"Hard to believe there's no oak on this Pinot Gris. It has an elaborate layer of vanilla that must come from the grapes. However, the main flavors are tropical fruits, apricots and honeysuckle flowers. The sweetness level is between dry and off dry.",Turner Vineyard,20,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Carr 2010 Turner Vineyard Pinot Gris (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2010-turner-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Gris,2010,Carr 12,Sparkling,France,"Orange-pink in color, the Champagne tastes mature, rich, its fruit changed into a complex series of toast and bagel flavors. It is soft, with some sweetness, still finished with acidity.",Brut Rosé,45,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles de Cazanove NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-de-cazanove-nv-brut-rose-champagne-138729/,Champagne Blend,,Charles de Cazanove 14.6,Red,US,"Tastes sweet and forward in jammy cherry, blackberry, blueberry and mocha flavors, with plenty of smoky new oak, courtesy of aging 50% new barrels. It's a pleasantly rich wine that's showing its best now.",Reserve,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artesa 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Artesa 14.5,Red,Chile,"Mint and spice notes settle on wood shavings and cheesy leather. The palate has a tight, narrow feel and woody, spicy flavors of red berry fruit. Finishes similarly, with ample juicy acidity and a lasting flavor of oak.",,19,87,Aconcagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2009 Merlot (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2009-merlot-aconcagua-valley/,Merlot,2009,Arboleda 14.2,White,US,"This oak-free Sauvignon Blanc shows bright, savory flavors of lemons, limes, tangerines, apricots and spices. It's dry, but a vein of honeysuckle gives it richness. Great now with southeast Asian fare.",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amici 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amici-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Amici 14.1,Red,US,"Ripe and flashy, an only-in-California Pinot Noir brimming with pie filling raspberry and cherry flavors. It's brightened with excellent acidity.",,45,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Benovia 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benovia-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Benovia 13.5,Red,Italy,"Beef jerky, smoked ham and black peppercorn are just some of the savory aromas that emerge from the nose of this distinctive Ripasso. Pair this wine with game meats or winter stews.",La Cengia,,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Begali 2009 La Cengia (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/begali-2009-cengia-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Begali 12,Sparkling,France,"A creamy style of Champagne with a soft, nutty character. The green apple flavors give acidity that balances the rounded final character of this gentle Champagne.",Grande Réserve Brut,60,87,Champagne,Champagne,,J. de Telmont NV Grande Réserve Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-de-telmont-nv-grande-reserve-brut-champagne-133293/,Champagne Blend,,J. de Telmont 15,Red,Italy,Dark chocolate and toasted nut open the nose of this plump Valpolicella blend. There's plenty of fruit in the back in the form of cherry and candied orange zest.,Campo Prognài,23,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Latium di Morini 2008 Campo Prognài (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latium-morini-2008-campo-prognai-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Latium di Morini 13.6,White,US,"Lots of richness in this Chardonnay. Will appeal to anyone who likes the modern California style of ripe tropical fruit, buttered toast and honey flavors. Brisk acidity gives it a balanced brightness.",Premiere Reserve,25,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2009 Premiere Reserve Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2009-premiere-reserve-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Navarro 14.7,Red,US,"Flashy and spectacular in fruit, but a little heavy. Right away you're dazzled with sweetly ripe blackberries, cherries, persimmons, blood oranges and spicy tobacco, enriched with toasty oak. Good as it is, the feeling in the mouth lacks zest. Drink now.",McIntyre Vineyard,49,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Wrath 2009 McIntyre Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2009-mcintyre-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Wrath 13.2,Red,US,"Tones of fall foliage and forest floor make this smoky, supple Bordeaux blend earthy and complex on the nose and palate. Like many Long Island reds, there's an abundance of that smoky, charred character, but the dark plum palate is persistent and pure with a delicate spray of violet flowers on the finish.",Fatalis Fatum,40,87,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Wölffer 2007 Fatalis Fatum Red (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2007-fatalis-fatum-red-long-island/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Wölffer 14,Red,Chile,"Leafy and herbal smelling in a classic Chilean/Maipo way, with olive, grilled notes and scratchy red fruit. The palate is solid and thorough, with cherry, cassis and leafy, herbal edgings. Finishes strong and herbal, with pepper, olive and carob flavors.",Reserva,13,87,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Viña Pérez Cruz 13.5,White,US,"Chard fans will exult in this spicy wine. It packs a potent punch of pineapples, apricots, tangerines and honey, and is nicely balanced with crisp acidity.",Blue Ash Road,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2010 Blue Ash Road Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2010-blue-ash-road-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Parkers Estate 12,White,Germany,"The 2009 Abtsberg Superior is inferior to its Herrenberg counterpart, but remains a very good wine. Hints of sweat and wet stones mark the nose, while the fruit is more expressive on the palate, coming across as greengage plum and bright citrus. Medium bodied; crisp on the finish.",Abtsberg Superior,62,87,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2009 Abtsberg Superior Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2009-abtsberg-superior-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Maximin Grünhäuser 14,Red,Italy,"Barbecue, black olives, Indian spice and mature fruit open the nose of this rich Ripasso made with a traditional blend of Valpolicella red grapes. There's a touch of green curry and forest floor, but the wine ultimately closes on a plush sweet note.",Tenuta Lena di Mezzo,20,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Monte del Frà 2008 Tenuta Lena di Mezzo (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-fra-2008-tenuta-lena-mezzo-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Monte del Frà 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Ripasso opens with a solid, direct approach spearheaded by plump aromas of cherry, chocolate and a touch of root beer. In the mouth, it shows medium structure with a clean, polished close.",,25,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Novaia 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novaia-2008-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Novaia 14.5,Red,US,"A tannic Sierra Foothills Sangiovese that's plenty earthy, exhibiting swathes of licorice and berry too.",Estate,21,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Naggiar 2009 Estate Sangiovese (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naggiar-2009-estate-sangiovese-sierra-foothills/,Sangiovese,2009,Naggiar 13.5,Red,Italy,"Musella's hearty Ripasso offers rustic tones of dark earth, smoked teriyaki, dried herbs and root beer. Fresh flavors of cherry and cassis bring up the rear, adding a touch of brightness to the finish.",,15,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Musella 2007 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/musella-2007-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Musella 14.5,Red,Italy,"This hearty Ripasso opens with a somewhat offbeat nose of root beer, laurel leaf, dried grass and dried fruit or cassis syrup. The wine follows on the palate with medium density and a crisp, clean feel.",,35,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Antolini 2009 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antolini-2009-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Antolini 14,Red,US,"Lots of delicious charm in this soft, slightly sweet Pinot Noir. Brims with raspberry, cherry, cola, vanilla, cinnamon and spice flavors that are balanced with a crisp edge of acidity. Drink now.",Wetzel Family Estate,27,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2009 Wetzel Family Estate Pinot Noir (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2009-wetzel-family-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Alexander Valley Vineyards 12,Sparkling,France,"Ripe, full-bodied sparkling rosé, with cherry fruit flavors. It is rich, softly textured, an attractive ready-to drink wine, great as an apéritif, finishing with acidity.",No. 69 Brut Rosé,20,87,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,JCB NV No. 69 Brut Rosé (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jcb-nv-no-69-brut-rose-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,,JCB 14.5,Red,US,"Does what California does so well with Cabernet, ripening the fruit and developing delicious berry and cherry flavors. Oak, of course, brings the usual sweetly smoked toast and vanilla notes to this softly tannic wine. Drink it now.",,26,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Justin 12,White,US,"While the nose on this unoaked Chardonnay is exuberant with billowing, ripe yellow stonefruit and floral aromas, the palate is quite brisk in style with a lean, steely acidity. Dry and medium bodied, it's an exceptionally elegant Chardonnay.",Unoaked Ingle Vineyard,16,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2009 Unoaked Ingle Vineyard Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2009-unoaked-ingle-vineyard-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2009,Heron Hill 13,White,France,"Emphasizing a perfumed side of Riesling, this is a full-bodied wine with its acidity balanced by pear and red apple fruit flavors. Not for aging.",Réserve,20,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2010 Réserve Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2010-reserve-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2010,Lucien Albrecht 14,White,Chile,"This small-production Chardonnay delivers melon and apple scents along with stalky, green aromas. The palate offers more crisp acidity than plumpness, while the flavors are pure citrus, mostly orange and grapefruit. Wet and fresh for sure.",Lot 5,28,87,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2010 Lot 5 Chardonnay (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2010-lot-5-chardonnay-leyda-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Viña Leyda 14,Red,Chile,"Earthy and muddled smelling at first, then better and more varietally correct as it opens up. Solid on the palate, with earthy strawberry, raspberry and creamy, lactic oak. Finishes sweet and ripe, with tea notes.",Lot 21,38,87,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2010 Lot 21 Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2010-lot-21-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Viña Leyda 14.9,Red,US,"From a planting of Mt. Eden and Calera Pinot Noir clones, this is a difficult wine to evaluate, because the alcohol and barrel flavors completely overwhelm the fruit. Hot and peppery, with strong bourbon barrel notes dominating the finish.",Merci,48,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Le Cadeau 2009 Merci Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cadeau-2009-merci-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Le Cadeau 13.2,White,US,"Almost fat in the mouth—at least for a Grüner—this has round fruit flavors of apple and pear, finished with a lick of baking spice.",,24,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Reustle 2009 Grüner Veltliner (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reustle-2009-gruner-veltliner-southern-umpqua-valley/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Reustle 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Topaz Imperial is Sparkling Pointe's first nonvintage blend of the three traditional Champagne grape varieties. While intensely aromatic of ripe red berries and plums, it maintains an elegant dryness throughout. Rich on the palate with a soft, delicate mousse, it lingers long on an earthy, mushroom-scented finish.",Topaz Imperial,33,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sparkling Pointe 2007 Topaz Imperial Sparkling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkling-pointe-2007-topaz-imperial-long-island-north-fork/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Sparkling Pointe 14,Red,Chile,"A lot of leather and olive make for an herbal aromatic greeting. The palate is megachunky and extracted, with huge tannins. Packed with dark fruit, biting tannins and heavy, drilling weight. A massive wine that nearly calls for a knife and fork. 75% Syrah and 25% Cab Sauvignon.",Q Clay,30,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2008 Q Clay Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2008-q-clay-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Viña Bisquertt 15.5,Red,Italy,"There's an earthy note here that recalls button mushroom and horse skin backed by dried fruit and prune. The wine shows a lighter, crisper mouthfeel with a sweet versus sour contrast at the very end.",Paverno,25,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Vaona 2007 Paverno (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaona-2007-paverno-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Vaona 14.5,Red,Italy,"Aged 15 months in French oak, this Valpolicella blend (with large components of Corvina and Corvinone grapes) delivers earthy aromas and a touch of wild mushroom beyond its dark fruit and spicy nuances.",Terra del Cereolo,30,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Trabucchi d'Illasi 2006 Terra del Cereolo (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trabucchi-dillasi-2006-terra-cereolo-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2006,Trabucchi d'Illasi 12.8,Sparkling,US,"Shows many of the qualities of Schramsberg's more expensive sparklers, except the bubbles aren't quite as refined. The flavors are rich and satisfying in strawberries, raspberries, vanilla and toast.",Mirabelle Brut,23,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg NV Mirabelle Brut Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-nv-mirabelle-brut-sparkling-north-coast-139164/,Sparkling Blend,,Schramsberg 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aromas of tar, asphalt, dark mineral and Indian sandalwood appear slowly and reveal a core of dark fruit and cherry that gives the wine momentum and intensity. The mouthfeel is less intense and delivers a tight, tart close.",,30,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Santa Sofia 2008 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-2008-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Santa Sofia 14,Red,Chile,"The spectrum of varietal aromas is here: saline, olive, forest floor, tea and red and black fruits. Weighty and round in the mouth, with good feel and full blackberry flavors supported by creamy oak and vanilla. Juicy and red enough on the finish, where a pop of acidity registers.",Reserve Barrel Select,12,87,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2009 Reserve Barrel Select Carmenère (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2009-reserve-barrel-select-carmenere-cachapoal-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Santa Ema 13,White,France,"A wine that is so perfumed, consummate pleasure to drink. It is soft as well as rich, the spice packed into a rounded structure. Drink now.",Tradition,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Emile Beyer 2009 Tradition Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emile-beyer-2009-tradition-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Emile Beyer 14.5,Red,Chile,"Vacillates between seeming totally fresh and clean and showing herbal, light green notes. There's graham cracker, jammy blackberry and bergamot on the nose, but also a pickled element. Grabby, chunky and jammy in the mouth, with juicy acidity and blue fruit flavors.",Reserva,11,87,Maipo Valley,,,Echeverria 2009 Reserva Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2009-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2009,Echeverria 13.9,White,US,"Not particularly varietal for a Chenin Blanc, but a pleasantly rich white wine to drink now. It's crisp in acidity, with sweet flavors of oranges, honey and vanilla.",White Hills Vineyard,18,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Daniel Gehrs 2010 White Hills Vineyard Chenin Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2010-white-hills-vineyard-chenin-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Daniel Gehrs 15.5,Red,US,"Fire up the grill with beef, chicken and sausages to eat with this spicy, classic Paso Zinfandel. It's packed with sweetly ripe blackberry, blueberry and cherry fruit, cocoa and exotic spice flavors, wrapped into soft, dusty tannins.",Private Reserve,38,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dunning Vineyards 2009 Private Reserve Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunning-2009-private-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,Dunning Vineyards 12.5,White,Germany,"Loosen's Grosses Gewächs bottling from old vines is plump, custardy and slightly sweet-tasting, buoyed by ample ripe apple and peach flavors and tinged with hints of lime, fern fronds and crushed stone. It might well have been more impressive served in a different (sweeter) flight; in this context it seemed slightly soft.",Ürziger Würzgarten Alte Reben GG Trocken,42,87,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2009 Ürziger Würzgarten Alte Reben GG Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2009-urziger-wurzgarten-alte-reben-gg-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Loosen 15.5,Red,Italy,"There's a touch of pungent apple skin at first, but the bouquet opens up over time with pretty floral tones and shadings of forest fruit and dried raspberry. For an Amarone, this wine is surprisingly bright and crisp on the close.",,65,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Giuseppe Lonardi 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-lonardi-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Giuseppe Lonardi 12.5,White,France,"Attractive, soft, white-fruit wine, its pear flavors rounded and gentle. This is a perfect apéritif style, easy with light acidity to cut through the ripe fruit.",,13,87,Alsace,Alsace,,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 2009 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-pfaffenheim-2009-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2009,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 13,White,France,"You want perfumed Gewürztraminer? Here it is, all over the wine. It has a confectionary feel to it, in flavors of fruit sherbet, which also brings out a soft, rich character.",Tradition,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2009 Tradition Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2009-tradition-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Kuentz-Bas 14.4,White,US,"A nice Sauvignon Blanc, rich in lemon, lime, pineapple, green apple and honey flavors, brightened by a pleasant hit of acidity. A little sweet, but that makes it pair well with Asian fare.",Tiradora,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Refugio Ranch 2009 Tiradora Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/refugio-ranch-2009-tiradora-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Refugio Ranch 12.5,White,US,"Winemaker Morten Hallgren harnesses a traditional Italian grape-drying technique called appassimento to create this richly concentrated but dry Chardonnay. Initial notes of smoke and roasted hazelnut skins fade on the nose and palate to reveal a clean, fresh apple and pear character, speckled with white flowers and a bright lemon-lime acidity.",,19,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ravines 2008 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravines-2008-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Ravines 13,Red,Italy,"This vineyard-designate Valpolicella blend opens with soft tones of milk chocolate and cherry backed by mesquite wood and barbecue smoke. It's a soft, luscious wine that would pair with grilled beef or pork.",Vigneti di Montegradella,14,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Sartori 2007 Vigneti di Montegradella (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2007-vigneti-montegradella-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Sartori 15,Red,Italy,"Aged three years in large oak casks, this Amarone from the Classico zone shows slightly less clarity and distinction than past vintages. Aromas of cherry, spice and leather are a bit muddled but pleasant and fresh nonetheless.",Estate Collection,40,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Sartori 2007 Estate Collection (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2007-estate-collection-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Sartori 13,White,France,"With light spiciness, this is a full-bodied wine, dominated by tropical fruits. It is rich, rounded, soft, with touches of honey.",,18,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean Albrecht 2010 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-albrecht-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2010,Jean Albrecht 14.3,Red,US,"A pretty good Pinot Noir, not quite up there with J's vineyard-designated bottlings, but it's not as expensive. With brisk acidity and black cherry, cola and cedar flavors, it's made for drinking now.",,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,J Vineyards & Winery 14.5,Red,Italy,"Simple and fresh with ripe fruit aromas, this well-priced Ripasso would stand up to grilled sausage, oven-rosted pasta or steak with onions and green peppers. The wine offers dusty mineral notes backed by dried tobacco and leather.",Torre d'Orti,14,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Cavalchina 2009 Torre d'Orti (Valpolicella Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavalchina-2009-torre-dorti-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Cavalchina 14,Red,Chile,"Dense, dark and ripe on the bouquet, with coconut, mint, earth, blackberry and herbal aromas. The palate is solid but a little sheering due to pointy acidity, and the flavor profile is pure toast and herbal black fruits. Lasting and varietally correct on the finish.",Reserva,13,87,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2009-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2009,TerraNoble 14,Red,Italy,"Aged one year in tonneaux oak barrels, this Ripasso does indeed show toasted aromas of nut, spice and leather. The mouthfeel is tight and bright with a flash of bright cherry that keeps it lively and crisp.",Acinatico,20,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Stefano Accordini 2009 Acinatico (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-accordini-2009-acinatico-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Stefano Accordini 13.2,White,US,"Beautifully layered on the nose and palate, glimmers with dark amber honey, ginger spice and orange peels. Quite dry with a bright, clean acidity, it's a wonderfully unique, slightly exotic interpretation of Finger Lakes Riesling.",Dry Late Harvest,20,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bloomer Creek 2008 Dry Late Harvest Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloomer-creek-2008-dry-late-harvest-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Bloomer Creek 14.1,Red,US,"This wine shows effort and potential. It's simple at first, more tannic than fruity, with a hint of licorice and spice, its tannins grippy and a touch bitter and the long finish a little smoky/toasty. A good intro to Lake County Petite Sirah.",,14,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Cache Creek Vineyards 2006 Petite Sirah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cache-creek-2006-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Petite Sirah,2006,Cache Creek Vineyards 14,White,Chile,"Opens with toast and vanilla aromas along with baked apple and oak. The mouthfeel is solid, while the flavors blend barrel resin, pear, banana and macadamia nut. Finishes healthy and clean.",Cefiro Reserva,12,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casablanca 2010 Cefiro Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casablanca-2010-cefiro-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Viña Casablanca 13,Red,Italy,"This wine opens with interesting complexity and offbeat aromas that grow on you with more time in the glass. Pressed violets, green sprouts, soapy floral tones, earth and ripe fruit are unique components of the bouquet.",Capitel dei Nicalò Appasimento,20,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Tedeschi 2009 Capitel dei Nicalò Appasimento (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tedeschi-2009-capitel-nicalo-appasimento-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2009,Tedeschi 11.5,White,Germany,"A good value in dry Riesling, this bottling features potent petrol, truffled honey and pineapple notes on the nose, while on the palate it's medium bodied, turning crisp and lean on the finish.",Trocken,15,87,Rheinhessen,,,Weingut Liebfrauenstift 2010 Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-liebfrauenstift-2010-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2010,Weingut Liebfrauenstift 14.5,Red,Italy,"Offering good value at a low price, Ripasso Pegrandi is a crisp, focused and polished blend from Valpolicella with an immediate and food-friendly style. Its soft, plush texture is washed clean off the palate thanks to the natural acidity.",Pegrandi,13,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Vaona 2008 Pegrandi (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaona-2008-pegrandi-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Vaona 14.6,Red,US,"The winery's reserve bottling is consistent in terms of flavor and style, with the estate 2009 just a bit deeper in color and body. Still tight, with green tea flavors in the tannins leaving a slightly bitter aftertaste.",Reserve,35,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Yamhill Valley 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yamhill-valley-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2009,Yamhill Valley 12.5,White,France,"Such an elegant wine, with its attractive crisp apple skin and ripe pear juice flavors. It has a fine perfumed character, laced intensely with acidity. Drink now.",Signature,18,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Wolfberger 2010 Signature Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolfberger-2010-signature-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2010,Wolfberger 13.8,Red,US,"Here's a good Cabernet for drinking now with gourmet fare. It's richly tannic and smooth, with ripe, upfront blackberry, blueberry and sweet oak flavors.",,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Heritance 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritance-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Heritance 15.6,Red,US,"Made mainly with Syrah, this wine's flavors are potent in blackberries, cherries, black pepper and smoky, salty meats. The tannins are big, but negotiable. Feels rustic and hot, and at its best now.",Lodestone,30,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearthstone 2008 Lodestone G-S-M (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearthstone-2008-lodestone-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-paso-robles/,G-S-M,2008,Hearthstone 14,Red,Chile,"Earthy, rubbery berry and plum aromas are within the range of very good and regular. The palate has tannic grip and roasted, lightly herbal flavors of plum and blackberry. Drawing on the finish, with good pulse and power. A nice full-bodied mix of Malbec and Cab.",Made with Organically Grown Grapes,16,87,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2009 Made with Organically Grown Grapes Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2009-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2009,De Martino 14.5,Red,Italy,"This unique Ripasso is heavily characterized by a smoky mineral tone or ashy note that lends a sensation of finesse and dryness to the overall picture. There is red fruit too, but mostly in the aftertaste.",Primo Castelliere delle Guaite,25,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Montresor 2008 Primo Castelliere delle Guaite (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-2008-primo-castelliere-delle-guaite-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Montresor 14,Red,US,"A fragrant start brings raspberries and rose petals, along with traces of Dr. Pepper and cinnamon spice. In the mouth the wine fades a bit, not showing the depth that the aromas seem to promise. Good flavors, just a little light.",Suzanne's Estate Reserve,40,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Left Coast Cellars 2008 Suzanne's Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/left-coast-cellars-2008-suzannes-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Left Coast Cellars 14.1,Red,US,"Right Bank seems a bit geographically challenged as a name for Pinot Noir; the term universally refers to a particular region of Bordeaux, not Burgundy. This brings dark fruits—blackberry and black cherry—along with streaks of earth, smoke and firm tannins.",Right Bank,30,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Left Coast Cellars 2008 Right Bank Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/left-coast-cellars-2008-right-bank-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Left Coast Cellars 13,White,France,"Rounded, spicy wine with only light acidity and more of the lychee and mango side. It is ripe and generous, hinting at a dry core of firmness.",Cuvée Marie,30,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2009 Cuvée Marie Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2009-cuvee-marie-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Lucien Albrecht 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a good Pinot to drink now from this esteemed producer. It's dry and easy to like, with raspberry and cherry flavors, wrapped into spicy oak.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Fess Parker 14.5,Red,US,"Delicious, if a little soft and sweet, with melted jam flavors of raspberries and cherries. Oak adds more sweetness in the form of caramel. Not quite up there with previous bottlings of this wine, but a pretty one to drink tonight.",The Mariner,40,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2007 The Mariner Meritage (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2007-mariner-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Meritage,2007,Dry Creek Vineyard 12,White,US,"Waxy white floral perfume gives way to layers of lanolin and lime skin on this refreshing off-dry Riesling.Ample with stonefruit on the palate, it's balanced by a bracing acidity and delightful lemon pith astringency on the finish.",,14,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 2009 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2009-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Fox Run 13,Red,Italy,"There's a pretty elegance here accented by delicate tones of white cherry and wild blueberry, backed by soft shades of cola and spice. The wine is crisp and tight with balanced intensity overall.",Secco Bertani,18,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena,,Bertani 2009 Secco Bertani (Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2009-secco-red-valpolicella-ripasso-valpantena/,Corvina,2009,Bertani 12,White,Germany,"A medium-bodied Mosel trocken, with oily notes of petrol and hints of honey accenting flavors of peach pit. Nicely done, with a clean, slightly stony finish.",Spätlese Trocken,30,87,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2009 Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2009-spatlese-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 13,White,France,"A rich style of Pinot Blanc, bringing out a more spicy character of baked apples and nutmeg. The wine has richness, feeling full in the mouth, rounded and soft.",,24,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2009 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2009-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 13,White,France,"Very floral and aromatic, a smooth and confected wine, rounded in texture. It has a fine varietal character, rich and with a bite of pepper.",,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Specht 2009 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-specht-2009-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Domaine Specht 12,Sparkling,France,"Very fruity Champagne, well balanced with ripe pear and golden plum flavors, laced with kiwi. It has refreshing acidity, giving a bright, tight texture and a soft finish.",Authentic Brut,,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Canard-Duchêne NV Authentic Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canard-duchene-nv-authentic-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Canard-Duchêne 14.6,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon is sweet and ripe in blackberry jam, cassis and smoky oak flavors. The structure is soft in acids and tannins. Lacks some dry complexity, but will dazzle fans of this rich, modern style.",Papa's Knoll,45,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Buehler 2008 Papa's Knoll Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buehler-2008-papas-knoll-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Buehler 13,Red,Italy,"Allegrini's base Valpolicella blend stands out in a crowd thanks to its richer, darker and extracted overall appearance. It shows medium length and density with fresh fruit flavors and a touch of savory barbecue spice on the close.",,15,87,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Allegrini 2010 Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2010-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2010,Allegrini 12,Sparkling,France,"This nonvintage is sweeter and softer than some of the other Champagnes in the Vollereaux range. The result is a wine that is ready to drink, full of fresh apple acidity with an attractive kiwi aftertaste.",Brut,35,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Vollereaux NV Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vollereaux-nv-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Vollereaux 15,Red,US,"Sure is rich and ripe, like a chocolate, blackberry and cherry tart, with heat from alcohol. But this 100% Cabernet is curiously soft, lacking vital structure. Seems to push the California style to an extreme.",Private Stock 16 Rows,150,87,California,Napa,Oakville,Vine Cliff 2008 Private Stock 16 Rows Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2008-private-stock-16-rows-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Vine Cliff 13.5,Red,Italy,"Monte Tombole is impressive this year thanks to the wine's deep concentration and intensity. Espresso bean, cola and dark forest berry are carried forward by the wine's overall richness.",Monte Tombole,25,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Villa Erbice 2008 Monte Tombole (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-erbice-2008-monte-tombole-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Villa Erbice 12.5,Red,Italy,This dark ruby Valpolicella Classico delivers soft tones of mocha coffee and java cream over a tight base of bright berry fruit. Sour cherry and bitter white almond bring up the rear and contrast the wine's softness with crisp freshness.,,15,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Venturini Massimino 2010 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venturini-massimino-2010-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,Venturini Massimino 12,Sparkling,France,"Crisp, very dry wine that projects its red berry acidity right to the front. Certainly for food, it is textured with a steely core and likely to benefit from a few more months in bottle.",Brut Premier Cru Rosé,53,87,Champagne,Champagne,,J. Dumangin Fils NV Brut Premier Cru Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-dumangin-fils-nv-brut-premier-cru-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,J. Dumangin Fils 14.5,Red,Chile,"Opens with funk and foxiness. In the mouth, it's sticky and a bit syrupy in feel, with sweet berry and cassis flavors. Settles down by the time it finishes, but overall it's less clean and pure than in past vintages. Contains six grapes: Syrah, Carmenère, Cabernet, Merlot, Malbec, Mourvèdre and Petit Verdot.",Coyam,34,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Emiliana 2009 Coyam Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2009-coyam-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Emiliana 14.1,White,US,"Sometimes you just need a tasty, inexpensive Sauvignon Blanc to wash down almost anything, and here you go. It's dryish and zesty in acidity, with white currant, green grass and tropical fruit flavors that are rich enough to accompany grilled salmon. Grows more interesting as you sip.",,14,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Huntington 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntington-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Huntington 12.5,White,Germany,"Fresh and zesty for a Rheingau trocken, with petrol and slate aromas and lime and green apple flavors that could come straight out of the Mosel. It's a refreshing, lightweight quaffer.",Trocken,17,87,Rheingau,,,Prinz 2009 Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-2009-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Prinz 14.2,White,US,"Lots of acidity in this Viognier, which gives it a mouthwatering savoriness. The tropical fruit and honey flavors are spicy and exotic. Good as a cocktail sipper.",,28,87,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 2010 Viognier (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/materra-2010-viognier-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Viognier,2010,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 14,Red,Italy,"This well-priced Ripasso opens with soft, but plump aromas of ripe fruit, blackberry and barbecue spice. The wine shows a clean, smooth quality with a simple but satisfying finish.",Capitel della Crosara,17,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Montresor 2009 Capitel della Crosara (Valpolicella Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-2009-capitel-della-crosara-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Montresor 14,Red,Chile,"Rooty smelling, with cola, ripe berry, herb and mild field-like scents. The palate is more tight and tannic than many varietal Carmenères, with dark, roasted flavors of berry fruit, coffee and pepper. Clacky and alive on the finish, with lasting smokiness.",Single Vineyard,18,87,Maule Valley,,,Oveja Negra 2009 Single Vineyard Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oveja-negra-2009-single-vineyard-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Oveja Negra 13.5,Rose,US,"A pretty salmon pink, made from 100% Pinot Noir, this is an unpretentious, tart and refreshing young wine, with light strawberry and watermelon fruit.",Rosato Pinot Noir,15,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2010 Rosato Pinot Noir Rosé (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2010-rosato-pinot-noir-rose-willamette-valley/,Rosé,2010,Ponzi 14,Red,Italy,There's a touch of red apple here that adds to a sense of freshness and overall crispness. Those well defined tones are followed closely by fuller flavors of red fruit and exotic spice.,Austero,25,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Pietro Zardini 2007 Austero (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-zardini-2007-austero-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Pietro Zardini 14.22,Red,US,"Collin Cranor is a young, eager winemaker looking to make his mark in the Livermore Valley and this wine shows off his skill and ability to work with great fruit to make an interesting wine. Savory, this Petite Sirah has classic notes of chocolate, cherry and berry, though it benefits from a bit of air and time to open. Try it with meaty dishes; if they include bacon, all the better.",Black Label,32,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Nottingham Cellars 2009 Black Label Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nottingham-cellars-2009-black-label-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,Nottingham Cellars 13.9,Red,US,"Reustle's Reserve Pinot Noir is sweetly scented with cherry fruit. It opens into a lightly herbal wine with streaks of clean earth, graphite and smoke to complement the cherries.",Reserve,38,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Reustle 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reustle-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Reustle 14.2,Red,US,"Here's an everyday Pinot Noir to drink now with steaks, chops, grilled salmon or tuna. It's silky and dry, with brisk acidity framing raspberry, cherry, cola and oak flavors.",Black Pine,24,87,California,California Other,California,R2 2009 Black Pine Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r2-2009-black-pine-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,R2 13.5,Red,US,"Front-loaded with ripe, sweet cherry, blackberry and raspberry fruit, this friendly Zin is spicy on the finish. It's a good, gentle wine to drink now with pepper steak, or try Mexican beef tamales and tacos.",Heritage,19,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2009 Heritage Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2009-heritage-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Dry Creek Vineyard 13,Red,Italy,"This is not your average base Valpolicella. The wine opens with dark concentration and mocha aromas that set it a step above the rest. It closes with soft, sweet spice and cherry flavors.",Altarol,16,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Valpantena,,Corte Figaretto 2010 Altarol (Valpolicella Valpantena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-figaretto-2010-altarol-red-valpolicella-valpantena/,Corvina,2010,Corte Figaretto 16,Red,Italy,This Amarone from the Valpantena subzone show some unripe aromas of green leaf and curry followed by bitter berry and white cherry. The wine offers more in terms of freshness and crispness compared to your standard Amarone.,Brolo del Figaretto,55,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena,,Corte Figaretto 2008 Brolo del Figaretto (Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-figaretto-2008-brolo-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-valpantena/,Corvina,2008,Corte Figaretto 12.5,White,Germany,"Nicely balanced, with pleasant petrol and slate characters on the nose and honey, peach and mineral notes on the palate. It's medium in body, ending on a harmoniously ambiguous edge that asks the question: dry or sweet?",Classic,21,87,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2009 Classic Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2009-classic-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Domdechant Werner 14.5,Red,US,"Mainly Petite Sirah, this robust, fruity wine shakes up the mouth with the sheer force of its fruit. It's dry, but rich in blackberry jam and dark chocolate. Verging on sweet, it's a nice partner to rich, spicy barbecue.",Mr. Nibbles,35,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Chronic Cellars 2009 Mr. Nibbles Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chronic-cellars-2009-mr-nibbles-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2009,Chronic Cellars 14,Red,Italy,This bright Ripasso opens with aromas of apple skin and cranberry with more substantial tones of barbecue and savory spice on the close. Pair it with wild salmon with cumin sauce.,Cicilio,20,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Degani 2009 Cicilio (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/degani-2009-cicilio-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Degani 13.7,Red,US,"Lots going on in this tasty Syrah. It's rich in berries, cocoa and spices, and has a nice, creamy texture. The alcohol is moderate. Made for drinking now.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Daniel Gehrs 2009 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2009,Daniel Gehrs 13.5,Red,Italy,"This vineyard-designate red blend opens with cooling, balsam notes of cola, peppermint and chopped mint. Delicate fruit aromas of forest berry and white cherry bring up the rear.",Villa Novare Vigneto Ognisanti,30,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Bertani 2008 Villa Novare Vigneto Ognisanti (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2008-villa-novare-vigneto-ognisanti-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Bertani 13,Red,Italy,"The nice thing about Ripasso Secco Bertani is that it shows enormous harmony between its various parts. The nose is bigger, so to speak, with vibrant aromas of red fruit and soft spice. The mouthfeel, however, is tight and streamlined.",Secco Bertani,18,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena,,Bertani 2008 Secco Bertani (Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2008-secco-red-valpolicella-ripasso-valpantena/,Corvina,2008,Bertani 13.5,Red,Chile,"Starts out with distinct candied aromas of milk chocolate-covered raspberry or cherry, which is fine in a drugstore candy sampler but not great in a wine bottle. Things settle and darken up on the palate, where there's racy red berry fruit and minerally notes. Coffee, mocha and sweet oak are most prominent on the finish.",T.H.,25,87,Limarí Valley,,,Undurraga 2009 T.H. Syrah (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2009-th-shiraz-syrah-syrah-leyda-valley/,Syrah,2009,Undurraga 16,Red,Italy,"This ruby-colored Amarone offers medium intensity and sightly disjointed aromas of spice, leather and candied fruit. The nicest element, however, is the crisp cherry freshness that peeps through on the finish.",,62,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Rubinelli Vajol 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubinelli-vajol-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Rubinelli Vajol 12,White,US,"Straddles the line between dry and off dry, with honeyed orange and vanilla flavors. Feels nice and clean, with a fine bite of acidity. Lovely with slightly sweet, smoky sausages and ham.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Toccata 2009 Malvasia Bianca (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toccata-2009-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Malvasia Bianca,2009,Toccata 13.5,Red,Italy,This simple Ripasso does a nice job of underlining its fresh fruit and dark spice characteristics. There's a tiny hint of red apple that gives the bouquet lift and buoyancy.,Ma Roat,14,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Tezza 2009 Ma Roat (Valpolicella Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tezza-2009-ma-roat-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Tezza 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aged one year in small French barrel, Ripasso Corte Majoli is padded with extra oak tones of spice, toasted nut and tobacco that surround a fresh core of cherry fruit. In contrast to the bouquet, the wine feels sharp and crisp on the close.",Corte Majoli,15,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Tezza 2008 Corte Majoli (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tezza-2008-corte-majoli-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Tezza 12.5,Red,US,"Sultry and rich with ripe black cherries and dark damson plums, this menthol-spiked Merlot is a stand-out with an intensity in fruit and body that's unusual in the Finger Lakes. Brisk acidity and a dry, elegant palate keep things in balance through a soft, vanilla spice finish.",,22,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Shalestone 2008 Merlot (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shalestone-2008-merlot-finger-lakes/,Merlot,2008,Shalestone 13,Sparkling,US,"This is a pleasantly sweet bubbly. There's a honeyed, sugary edge to the citrus, tropical fruit, spice, vanilla and toast flavors, and the bubbles are smooth and fine. The majority grape is Flora, a cross between Sémillon and Gewürztraminer.",Crémant Demi-Sec,38,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2007 Crémant Demi-Sec Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2007-cremant-demi-sec-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Schramsberg 13,White,Germany,"An open and inviting dry Riesling, medium bodied and plump, with tree fruits like apples and pears interwoven with citrus and crushed stone. Easy to drink and easy to like.",Trocken,37,87,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2009 Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2009-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Schloss Johannisberger 13.5,Red,Italy,"Santi's pristine Solane Ripasso opens with lively tones of dark berry and cassis, backed by cola, licorice and mesquite smoke. There's a touch of drying mineral as well and the wine is crisp and fresh on the finish.",Solane,17,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Santi 2009 Solane (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santi-2009-solane-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Santi 12,Sparkling,France,"Ripe and creamy wine, with a good edge of age to soften and broaden the fruitiness. It has a texture of plum skins with acidity not far behind. With its fresh aftertaste, this is a success.",Brut Réserve,23,87,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Jean Albrecht NV Brut Réserve Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-albrecht-nv-brut-reserve-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Jean Albrecht 14.4,Red,US,"Not quite ripe, with a stemmy, minty quality dragging down the bright raspberry and cherry fruit flavors. Although the tannins are wonderfully smooth and the wine is fully dry, it doesn't seem like it's going anywhere.",Robert Thomas Vineyard Block 2,50,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2009 Robert Thomas Vineyard Block 2 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2009-robert-thomas-vineyard-block-2-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,J Vineyards & Winery 12,Sparkling,France,"Already showing some maturity, this almond- and yeast-flavored wine still has plenty of soft white fruits and balancing acidity. The wine finishes with a warm, rounded feel.",Grande Cuvée Brut,30,87,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Joseph Cattin 2007 Grande Cuvée Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-cattin-2007-grande-cuvee-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Joseph Cattin 13,White,France,"The Sylvaner's essential spice and pepper quality is well brought out in this stylish wine. The pear and quince flavors come through strongly, finishing with acidity.",Trois Châteaux,25,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2009 Trois Châteaux Sylvaner (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2009-trois-chateaux-other-white-sylvaner-alsace/,Sylvaner,2009,Kuentz-Bas 13.5,Red,Italy,"Black fruit, cola and brambly notes of wet earth and forest fruit open the bouquet and segue to warmer tones of tobacco and smoked ham. Pair this wine with hearty lentil soup and bacon bits.",Campolieti,16,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Luigi Righetti 2009 Campolieti (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-righetti-2009-campolieti-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Luigi Righetti 12.5,White,US,"No oak gets between the fresh flavors of the grapes and your palate. The wine is strong in lemon, lime, grapefruit and green apple flavors, with zingy acidity and a taste of honey in the finish. Nice with today's spicy, Asian-inspired fare.",,15,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Ranch 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-ranch-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Rutherford Ranch 12.5,White,Germany,"Floral and perfumed for a Rheingau Riesling, reminiscent of lilacs at first, and later developing wet stone and ripe apple nuances. This is medium bodied and truly on the dry side, with a refreshing, citrusy finish.",Km 501 Dry,22,87,Rheingau,,,Rheinkilometer 501 2009 Km 501 Dry Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rheinkilometer-501-2009-km-dry-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Rheinkilometer 501 13.7,White,US,"Tremendously rich in tangerine flavors, brightened with crisp citrus acidity, this is a Chardonnay to drink as an afternoon cocktail, with savory little appetizers. It's not complicated, but it sure is easy to like.",,22,87,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 2010 Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/materra-2010-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2010,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 14,Red,Chile,"Starts with light tomato leaf and herbal red fruit aromas. The palate is tight and fresh, with juicy acidity propelling roasted, oaky plum flavors. Finishes with a mix of herbal fruit and barrel toast.",Gran Reserva,18,87,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 2009 Gran Reserva Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2009-gran-reserva-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2009,TerraNoble 12,White,France,"Dry Pinot Gris, perfumed with kiwi and star fruit. It has great acidity as well, preserving its freshness right through to the attractive crisp and green aftertaste.",Signature,15,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Robert Klingenfus 2010 Signature Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-klingenfus-2010-signature-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2010,Robert Klingenfus 13.5,Red,US,"A good Cabernet for the price. It's made for drinking now, with ripe blackberry and cherry fruit flavors, kissed with smoky oak.",,14,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Q 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/q-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Q 18,Dessert,US,"Rich and sweet, with blackberry, chocolate, plum pudding and spice flavors, accented with fine acidity. Made from traditional Port varieties plus Petite Sirah, it's a bit watery. The score would soar if the fruity concentration were greater.",,55,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prager 2008 Port (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prager-2008-port-blend-port-napa-valley/,Port,2008,Prager 12,White,Germany,"An intriguing wine that lacks fruit in the traditional sense, yet possesses ample weight and a brooding, mineral presence that comes across as wet stone and machine oil. Those elements linger on the finish.",Quarzit Trocken,33,87,Rheingau,,,Peter Jakob Kühn 2009 Quarzit Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-jakob-kuhn-2009-quarzit-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Peter Jakob Kühn 13.5,White,US,"Quite fruity and refreshing, this fruit-forward Pinot Blanc mixes lemon drop and citrus hard candy fruits in a stylish, well-defined wine. Finishes firm with good grip.",,18,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Left Coast Cellars 2009 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/left-coast-cellars-2009-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Left Coast Cellars 13,White,US,"Here's a fruity Sauvignon Blanc fllled with flavors of pineapples, papayas, lemons, limes, peaches and even a hint of wild white flowers and gooseberries. The strong flavors are lifted by good acidity. Try as a stimulating cocktail wine.",Tolleson High Corniche,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2010 Tolleson High Corniche Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2010-tolleson-high-corniche-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Parkers Estate 12.5,White,Germany,"From white limestone-derived soils (vom kalk), this fresh and cheerful Riesling features hints of wet stone and petrol but also melon rind and lemony acids that linger on the finish. Drink now.",Niersteiner Paterberg Riesling Vom Kalk Trocken,16,87,Rheinhessen,,,Weingut Georg Albrecht Schneider 2009 Niersteiner Paterberg Riesling Vom Kalk Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-georg-albrecht-schneider-2009-niersteiner-paterberg-riesling-vom-kalk-trocken-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Weingut Georg Albrecht Schneider 13.5,White,US,"Sweet and viscous, this blend of Chardonnay, Sémillon, Moscato and Viognier is forward in fruit flavors, mostly tropical and stone fruit. The Viognier sweetness doesn't linger too long on the finish and it would be very sippable stone cold on a hot day.",White Blend,10,87,California,California Other,California,un4seen 2010 White Blend White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/un4seen-2010-white-blend-other/,White Blend,2010,un4seen 15,Red,Italy,"There's a touch of wet earth or forest floor that gives this wine a brambly but rustic feel. Aromas include leather, old spice, prune, tobacco and teriyaki sauce. Pair this wine with meat dishes marinated long in red wine or spicy barbecue sauce.",Corte Vaona,45,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Novaia 2007 Corte Vaona (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novaia-2007-corte-vaona-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Novaia 14.9,Red,US,"Another of Noceto's stellar small-production Sangiovese, this one plummy with tobacco and sour cherry most prominent and a slight hint of sweetness as it finishes. Dos Oakies comes from the winery's oldest vineyard section of Sangiovese and has a loyal following of Sangiovese lovers.",Dos Oakies,28,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Noceto 2008 Dos Oakies Sangiovese (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noceto-2008-oakies-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sangiovese,2008,Noceto 13.5,Red,US,"Lots of forward, ripe blackberry and cherry fruit in this wine, with oak adding richer notes of smoky vanilla and caramel. With smooth tannins and a dry finish, it provides a lot more pleasure than you'd expect at this price.",Noble Blend,10,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Family Vineyards 2009 Noble Blend Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-family-2009-noble-blend-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2009,Napa Family Vineyards 13.5,Red,Chile,"Red fruit, cherry cough drop and earthy, rubbery aromas form a solid bouquet. The wine is fairly round and totally healthy in feel, with herbal red berry and plum flavors along with mild chocolate and pepper for depth. Good, easy wine for the money.",Block Selection Estate Reserve,11,87,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2009 Block Selection Estate Reserve Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2009-block-selection-estate-reserve-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2009,La Playa 13.8,Red,US,"Hints of anise, black pepper and toasted coconut make this dark, smoky Merlot a bit exotic and unexpected. Full-bodied with a concentrated yet vibrant black fruit palate, it ends with flair on a rather tropical coconut finish.",,25,87,Virginia,Monticello,,Keswick Vineyards 2009 Merlot (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keswick-2009-merlot-monticello/,Merlot,2009,Keswick Vineyards 13.5,Red,Italy,"A garnet-ruby color makes a good first impression and the wine soon segues to aromas of sweet fruit, chocolate and a touch of green herb. Sour cherry flavors are backed by the wine's density.",Tenuta Lena di Mezzo,18,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Monte del Frà 2008 Tenuta Lena di Mezzo (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-fra-2008-tenuta-lena-mezzo-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Monte del Frà 11.5,White,Germany,"With its moderate alcohol level and bold aromas of lime sherbet, this would be interesting to try alongside some dry Australian Rieslings. It has a slightly velvety texture, which might set it apart, but also shows that bright citrus line from start to finish.",Charta,23,87,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2010 Charta Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2010-charta-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2010,Johannishof 14,Red,US,"Softer and lighter than the winery's Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine's fruit veers toward red fruits and berries. It shows the herbaceous quality that often marks the winery's red wines. Drink now.",Wetzel Family Estate,24,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2009 Wetzel Family Estate Cabernet Franc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2009-wetzel-family-estate-cabernet-franc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Alexander Valley Vineyards 14.7,Red,US,"Here's a nice, rich Pinot Noir for drinking now. It's fairly soft and sweet, showing raspberry and cherry cream, vanilla, toasty oak and cinnamon spice flavors, brightened with acidity.",,40,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Adastra 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adastra-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Adastra 13.8,Red,US,"Aromas of espresso and burnt biscotti entice on this dark yet elegant Cab. On the palate, fresh violets linger amidst layers of ripe black fruit, smoke and char towards a stout, moderately tannic finish. Quite pleasant now, but could improve with 3–5 years of bottle aging.",,32,87,Virginia,Virginia,,Annefield Vineyards 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/annefield-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-virginia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Annefield Vineyards 13,White,France,"With a classic steely character, this is a wine that offers great perfumed green fruits, with just an edge of sweetness. It has delicious final acidity.",Tradition,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Emile Beyer 2010 Tradition Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emile-beyer-2010-tradition-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2010,Emile Beyer 12.5,Red,US,"While lean and elegant in body, there's an intense concentration of sour cherry fruit marked by hints of spice and graphite. Ripe bramble and a slightly racy acidity lead to a raspberry-kissed finish.",,15,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2008 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2008-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Heron Hill 14.2,Red,US,"Feels rustic in the mouth, with hard tannins that pinch the palate. The raspberry and cherry fruit is ripe and dry, accented with bright acidity. Those tough tannins suggest a few years in the cellar, although this is not a wine for the long haul.",Pommard Clone,55,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Fess Parker 2009 Pommard Clone Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2009-pommard-clone-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Fess Parker 12,Sparkling,France,"Rich wine, but also with good minerality and steely texture. So although it does have some sweetness, it keeps all the crispness of a Blanc de Blancs. Ready to drink now.",Victoire Blanc de Blancs Brut,40,87,Champagne,Champagne,,G.H. Martel NV Victoire Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gh-martel-nv-victoire-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,G.H. Martel 13,White,France,"The simplest Riesling from Gérard and Mathieu Boesch expresses a ripe side of the variety, bringing out creamed apple, bright acidity and a pure line of freshness. Ready to drink.",Tradition,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Léon Boesch 2009 Tradition Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leon-boesch-2009-tradition-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Domaine Léon Boesch ,White,US,"This begins well, with full-flavored mixed stone fruits. Then it dips into a bit of a midpalate trough, climbing back out into a lightly toasty finish. Perhaps decanting would help to fill out the middle.",,18,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Daedalus 2009 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daedalus-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Daedalus 13,Rose,US,"With an eye of the partridge color, this is a nice, dry and crisp blush wine. Made from the grape varieties Cinsault, Grenache and Rolle, it has savory flavors of tangerines, peaches and white flowers.",Vin Gris,15,87,California,California Other,California,Birichino 2010 Vin Gris Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/birichino-2010-vin-gris-rose-other/,Rosé,2010,Birichino 14,Red,Italy,"Bolla's Le Poiane Ripasso delivers chocolate, spice and cinnamon with cherry and dried raspberry in the background. The wine feels fresh and slightly sour on the close.",Le Poiane,16,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Bolla 2009 Le Poiane (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2009-le-poiane-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Bolla 12,Red,US,"Yamhill Falls is produced by Ken Wright Cellars. This wine has the flavors of young vines, with tart mixed berry fruits, good texture, a splash of earth and a slightly sour finish. Good length and low alcohol make this especially food-friendly.",,25,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Yamhill Falls 2009 Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yamhill-falls-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2009,Yamhill Falls 12,White,France,"Attractive white flower perfumes promise intensity that never happens. It has a dry core surrounded by rather soft and indistinct pear flavors. There is a bitter aftertaste, the acidity showing through right at the end.",Kirchberg de Barr Grand Cru,,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Willm 2008 Kirchberg de Barr Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-2008-kirchberg-barr-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2008,Willm 13.5,Red,Chile,"True and focused on the nose, with light red fruit aromas blended with spice. Harmonious and juicy on the palate, with good feel and flow along with spiced raspberry and plum flavors. Long and peppery on a sound finish.",Reserva Especial,19,88,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2009 Reserva Especial Pinot Noir (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2009-reserva-especial-pinot-noir-limari-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Viña Tabalí 14,Red,Chile,"A little herbal, briney and sharp smelling, but overall this racy style of Carmenère delivers honest, point-taken olive and red berry aromas and flavors. Mix in sweeter cassis notes balanced by spice and it's a bright, driven wine with power and length.",Reserva,15,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2009-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Viña Tabalí 14.5,Red,Chile,"Black cherry and cassis aromas mix with olive and leather on the bouquet. The palate has a scratchy, tight feel and mildly herbal plum, berry and olive flavors. Finishes with roasted, forward flavors and semirough tannins. 60% Cabernet and 40% Carmenère.",Calicanto,19,88,Maipo Valley,,,Viña el Principal 2009 Calicanto Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-el-principal-2009-calicanto-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Viña el Principal 13.5,White,Germany,"Lush and fruit-driven, with peaches that spread easily across the palate like honey. Hints of crushed stone perk things up a little, as do hints of dried spices, but the overall impression is of soft, easy drinking.",Erstes Gewächs Trocken,103,88,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2009 Erstes Gewächs Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2009-erstes-gewachs-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Schloss Johannisberger 13.5,Red,Italy,"Ripasso Gaso dishes out those pleasurable chocolate fudge, Nutella and espresso bean aromas in an immediate and confident manner. All that richness is capped by a fresh note of forest berry that shines bright on the close.",Gaso,,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,San Rustico 2008 Gaso (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-rustico-2008-gaso-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,San Rustico 13.5,Red,Italy,"A classic Ripasso blend of Corvina, Rondinella and Corvinone, this pretty wine opens with delicate shadings of white mineral or wet river stone over a steady array of fresh fruit flavors. It's a correct and genuine wine that offers loads of food pairing potential.",,19,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Vigneti Villabella 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-villabella-2008-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Vigneti Villabella 13.5,White,US,"A nice bite of acidity gives this fruity Pinot Grigio a clean finish. It's marked by savory flavors of lemons, limes, grapefruits and orange honey.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Toccata 2010 Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toccata-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Toccata 14.1,Red,US,"Here's a good, rather standard Rhône-style blend that can serve as an everyday house red wine. It's rich in raspberry and cherry fruit, cherry liqueur and sandalwood flavors, and is easy to like.",Patelin de Tablas,20,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2010 Patelin de Tablas Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2010-patelin-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2010,Tablas Creek 11.5,Dessert,Chile,Dry apple aromas are about as much as the nose offers. The palate has a simple feel and flavors of spiced applesauce and citrus fruits. Short and not very viscous or rich on the finish.,Late Harvest,13,86,Maule Valley,,,Chilcas 2010 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2010-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Chilcas 13,White,Germany,"Flinty and sweaty upfront, with even a hint of onion or garlic. Once past that, things smooth out, with a light to medium weight on the palate and some pleasant melon and citrus notes that linger on the finish.",Schloss Trocken,24,85,Franken,,,Castell 2009 Schloss Trocken Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2009-schloss-trocken-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2009,Castell 14.9,White,US,"Acidity stars in this Rhône-style blend, based on Viognier. The off-dry tropical fruit, floral and vanilla honey flavors are too simple to earn a higher score.",Vin Blancs,22,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,R2 2009 Vin Blancs White (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r2-2009-vin-blancs-white-central-coast-santa-barbara/,White Blend,2009,R2 12,Sparkling,France,"Soft, ripe wine, open and with a fresh mousse. It has some tightness, a nutty quality and a lime juice aftertaste.",Brut Sélection,40,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Ernest Rapeneau NV Brut Sélection (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernest-rapeneau-nv-brut-selection-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Ernest Rapeneau 12.5,Red,Italy,"This base Valpolicella Classico delivers fine aromas of sour berry, cola and a delicate touch of sweet spice. It's a simple, but clean and correct expression that speaks of the territory that shaped it.",,23,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Montecariano 2010 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecariano-2010-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,Montecariano 14,Red,Chile,"Opens with bell pepper and celery stalk aromas and then come raisin, roast plum and carob bean scents. The palate is a bit narrow and acidic, with baked berry and herbal flavors. Pretty standard and a touch green as a whole.",Reserva Carmenère-Merlot,14,85,Maule Valley,,,Oveja Negra 2009 Reserva Carmenère-Merlot Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oveja-negra-2009-reserva-carmenere-merlot-red-maule-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Oveja Negra 13.5,Red,Italy,"Camporenzo opens with over-the-top ripeness and intense aromas of dark fruit, toasted nut and sweet spice. There's a touch of bitter astringency that softens the longer the wine stays in the glass.",Camporenzo,30,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Monte dall'Ora 2008 Camporenzo (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-dallora-2008-camporenzo-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Monte dall'Ora 14.4,White,US,"Smells and tastes oaky, with vanilla, caramel and buttered toast notes swamping the citrus and tropical fruits. Pretty simple, in the California style.",Malibu,29,84,California,California Other,California,Hoyt Family Vineyards 2009 Malibu Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoyt-family-2009-malibu-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Hoyt Family Vineyards 13.5,Red,Chile,"Medicinal, sweet berry aromas show latex, rubber and mustardy accents. The spongey palate has weight and solidity along with herbal berry and faux-oak flavors. Finishes with some green character.",Reserva,11,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2010 Reserva Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2010-reserva-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2010,Santa Carolina 13.5,Red,Chile,"Hickory and clove scents dominate at first, but these aromas are forced and seem artificial. The palate is medium-bodied, with good layering and texture for $8 Cab and then woody, dark flavors of baked berry and burnt toast. Clove reappears on the finish.",120,8,84,Central Valley,,,Santa Rita 2010 120 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2010-120-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Santa Rita 13,Red,Italy,"With six months of oak aging, this ripe Valpolicella blend shows dried fruit and prune backed by exotic spice and a touch of drying mineral. The close is accented by a crisp touch of sour cherry.",,14,84,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Zanoni 2009 Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zanoni-2009-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2009,Zanoni 14.5,Red,US,"A soft, semisweet, candied wine, lacking complexity. Shows raspberry, cherry, dark chocolate and spice flavors.",,26,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,VJB 2007 Primitivo (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vjb-2007-zinfandel-primitivo-sonoma-valley/,Primitivo,2007,VJB 13.5,Red,Italy,"Pasqua's latest Ripasso presents earthy, spicy characteristics with a sour finish and pungent aromas of ripe fruit, blackberry and leather.",,17,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Pasqua 2009 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasqua-2009-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Pasqua 13.5,Red,US,"A little too soft and sweet, with jammy berry flavors spiced up with cinnamon and cloves. It's a sound, everyday Merlot for drinking now.",,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Q 2009 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/q-2009-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Q 14.5,Red,Chile,"Pickle, rubberband and briary berry aromas give way to a full but choppy palate with stewy, herbal berry flavors. Oak rises up on the finish in the form of burnt toast and mint. Standard but herbal; average for inexpensive Chilean Merlot.",Armador,12,84,Maipo Valley,,,Odfjell 2010 Armador Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2010-armador-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2010,Odfjell 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's an awkward touch of overripe apple and orange zest that blows off fast enough to reveal red fruit, cherry and Indian spice. The close is sharp and crisp.",,14,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso Classico,,Le Bertarole 2008 Valpolicella Ripasso Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bertarole-2008-red-valpolicella-ripasso-classico/,Corvina,2008,Le Bertarole 13.5,White,France,"Soft, rather unfocused wine, its spice and yellow fruit flavors creating a rounded warm cushion of texture. The acidity is light, a shadow behind the wine.",,17,83,Alsace,Alsace,,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 2009 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-pfaffenheim-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 13.5,Red,US,"Okay for everyday use, like at a big party where nobody cares what's in the glass as long as it's red. It's a dry, full-bodied Merlot, with some decent fruit.",,12,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Esser 2009 Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esser-2009-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,2009,Esser 13,White,France,"Lightly spiced wine, with a fat texture, soft and rounded, just seasoned with pepper.",,,83,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Specht 2009 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-specht-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Domaine Specht 12.5,Red,Italy,There's a touch of almond butter and toasted coconut shavings followed by creamy fruit and red cherry. The mouthfeel of this easy-drinking Valpolicella blend is sharp and fresh.,,,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Viviani 2009 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viviani-2009-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,Viviani 13.9,Red,US,"Tastes hard and metallic, with blackberry and cherry pie filling flavors accompanied by a nice bite of acidity. A thin, common wine, but not without a certain drinkable charm.",,20,84,California,California Other,Monterey County-Napa County-Sonoma County,Stickybeak 2009 Syrah (Monterey County-Napa County-Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stickybeak-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-monterey-county-napa-county-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2009,Stickybeak 14.5,Red,US,"Although the blend includes 20% Primitivo and 5% Petite Sirah, which might be expected to add some tannic muscle to the wine, this is a simple red quaffer, with light raspberry fruit and a hint of milk chocolate.",Kubli Bench,24,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Troon 2009 Kubli Bench Zinfandel (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/troon-2009-kubli-bench-zinfandel-southern-applegate-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Troon 14.5,White,US,"A fairly predictable Viognier, with ripe tropical fruit, buttercream and spice flavors. But it's a little off in texture, with some green, minty tannins.",,28,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Meadowcroft 2010 Viognier (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meadowcroft-2010-viognier-sonoma-county/,Viognier,2010,Meadowcroft 13.5,Red,US,"A little sharp and green, but give it a fatty steak or ribs and it will do just fine. Just needs some protein to wake up the blackberry and cherry sweetness.",Riverside Crossing,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2010 Riverside Crossing Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2010-riverside-crossing-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2010,Parkers Estate 13.9,Red,US,"A pretty good Cabernet, especially at this everyday price. It's dry and rich in blackberries, currants and smoky oak, with rich tannins. Marred a bit by excessive acidity.",Reserve,10,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Family Vineyards 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-family-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Napa Family Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Simple and soft, with herb, mint, cherry and oak flavors. Okay as a starter Pinot if you're just learning about the variety.",,17,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Educated Guess 2009 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/educated-guess-2009-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Educated Guess 14.5,Red,Chile,"Olive and green aromas blend with leathery berry scents on what amounts to a common nose. Fresh enough in the mouth, with a pretty good overall feel and standard varietal flavors of herbal berry, chocolate and tobacco. Creamy on the finish.",Reserva,11,84,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2009-reserva-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Echeverria 12,Sparkling,France,"Rounded, sweet and soft. It has an initial freshness, but it does cloy after a few sips. A pleasant Champagne, without distinction.",Carte Noire Brut,35,84,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Orban NV Carte Noire Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-orban-nv-carte-noire-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Charles Orban 14.5,Red,US,"Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with Zinfandel, this is a rustic wine. The fruit is strong and ripe, and the firm tannins and dusty spices suggest pairing with robust grilled meats and poultry.",Ricardo Grande,35,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Chronic Cellars 2009 Ricardo Grande Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chronic-cellars-2009-ricardo-grande-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Chronic Cellars 12.5,White,US,"A bit heavy for Pinot Grigio, with soft, fruit juice flavors of oranges, peaches and mangoes.",Coastal Series,18,84,California,California Other,California,Arrow Creek 2010 Coastal Series Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrow-creek-2010-coastal-series-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Arrow Creek 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a dryish wine, solidly made and rustic, with decent berry, raisin and spice flavors. At this price, it makes a good house pour.",Vintage,9,84,California,California Other,California,Kenwood 2009 Vintage Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2009-vintage-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Kenwood 12,Sparkling,France,Light mousse and a soft texture give this wine an attractive berry-flavored freshness. A touch of light sweetness finishes the wine attractively.,Estandon Brut Rosé,,84,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Les Maîtres Vignerons de Saint-Louis NV Estandon Brut Rosé Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maitres-vignerons-saint-louis-nv-estandon-brut-rose-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Les Maîtres Vignerons de Saint-Louis 13.5,Red,Chile,"Rubbery and jumpy on the nose, with sweet, candied aromas of raspberry. Feels hard on the palate, with driving cherry, raspberry and red plum flavors that don't rise above generic in quality. Clean and forward, but doesn't say much for Carmenère.",Estate Bottled,7,84,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2010 Estate Bottled Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2010-estate-bottled-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,La Playa 13,White,France,"Simple, attractive wine. It has some spice, with hints of vanilla in a light texture offering some final acidity.",Tradition,,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2009 Tradition Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2009-tradition-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Kuentz-Bas 14.5,White,US,"A strongly flavored, sugary, unsubtle wine, leaving little to the imagination. Swamps the mouth with ripe, jammy flavors of pineapples, apricots, mangoes, limes, kiwi fruit and honey.",,22,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,10 Knots 2010 Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/10-knots-2010-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2010,10 Knots 12.5,Red,Italy,"This edition of Nicolis' base Valpolicella Classico wine shows more heft and greater concentration of cherry fruit. Background tones include mocha, dried mint and candy cough drop.",,13,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Nicolis 2010 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2010-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,Nicolis 13.1,White,US,"Baked apple and pastry flavors, along with a darkening gold color, suggest a wine approaching its twilight. Buttery and soft; drink up.",Grand Cru,18,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kason 2009 Grand Cru Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kason-2009-grand-cru-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Kason 14,White,Germany,"A rare disappointment for a Grosses Gewächs wine. Although solid, it lacks the expected fireworks, instead delivering off-dry honey, anise and oil notes and finishing with a distinctly sweet-sour edge.",Kirchberg Bingen GG Trocken,69,84,Rheinhessen,,,Rheingraf 2009 Kirchberg Bingen GG Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rheingraf-2009-kirchberg-bingen-gg-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Rheingraf 14.3,Red,US,"Simple raspberry fruit behind a chalky, herbal mouthfeel. The wine is still quite tight and may open up a bit with further bottle age.",,28,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Reustle 2009 Malbec (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reustle-2009-malbec-southern-umpqua-valley/,Malbec,2009,Reustle 13.6,Red,US,Oak dominates with toast and caramel notes. Underneath is a simple little raspberry-flavored Pinot that's dry and crisp in acidity.,Reserve,14,84,California,California Other,California,Red Rock 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-rock-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Red Rock 13.5,Red,US,"Aromas of cedar and black cherry syrup are sweet on the nose, but the black fruit character on the palate could use a boost of intensity and depth. Lean in profile, it's pleasantly brisk, but fades away a bit too fast.",,20,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Red Newt Cellars 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-newt-cellars-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Red Newt Cellars 11.5,White,US,"A dry Riesling that just reaches 11.5% alcohol seems a little suspect; this has a sour apple flavor and little else. Slightly oxidized, despite its youth.",Dry,18,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Troon 2010 Dry Riesling (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/troon-2010-dry-riesling-southern-applegate-valley/,Riesling,2010,Troon 15,Red,US,"Marked by ripe fruit, and plenty of it, this blend of Syrah, Petite Sirah and several other grapes is an orchard in a glass. Blackberries, cherries, raspberries, mulberries—you name it, it's there, in a softly tannic, slightly sweet wine.",Sofa King Bueno,20,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Chronic Cellars 2009 Sofa King Bueno Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chronic-cellars-2009-sofa-king-bueno-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2009,Chronic Cellars 12,White,France,"Once much more widely planted in Alsace than it is today, Sylvaner makes a relatively neutral wine. This cuvée brings out pepper, dry spice as well as quince. Not for aging.",Tradition,,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Léon Boesch 2010 Tradition Sylvaner (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leon-boesch-2010-tradition-other-white-sylvaner-alsace/,Sylvaner,2010,Domaine Léon Boesch 13.5,Red,Chile,"Herbal blackberry aromas come with mocha and minty oak. The palate shows high acidity and tough tannins, which lead to a choppy mouthfeel. Tastes of herbal plum and berry, with a similar-tasting finish that's a bit sticky.",Casillero del Diablo Reserve,12,84,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Casillero del Diablo Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-casillero-diablo-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Concha y Toro 12,Red,France,"A soft, lightly structured wine, with raspberry fruit and acidity. It has an attractive, pure streak of light tannins. Not for aging.",,20,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2010 Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2010-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2010,Dopff & Irion 12.5,White,US,"This big bottle of Pinot Grigio has strong aromas of peach and is pretty full in flavor though not in finish. Not a lot of acidity here, but the wine is fine for the price and volume. No problem next to a plate of spicy paella.",Proprietor's Reserve,10,84,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2010 Proprietor's Reserve Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2010-proprietors-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Glen Ellen 13.5,Red,US,"Too sharp, with a bite of acidity and green tannins, but otherwise a decent introductory wine for learning about Pinot Noir's charms. It's dry and silky, with red cherry flavors.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Esser 2009 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esser-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2009,Esser 14,White,Chile,"Oak and resin aromas are overpowering and dominant. The wine is big and woody in the mouth, so much so that it almost collapses upon itself, leaving resiny flavors of melon and underdeveloped citrus. Flat on the finish.",EQ,26,84,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2009 EQ Chardonnay (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2009-eq-chardonnay-san-antonio/,Chardonnay,2009,Matetic 14,Red,Italy,"This Valpolicella blend treads very much on the dark side with aromas of bitter chocolate, burnt carob and sour almond. It does see oak aging and ends with rusty, earthy tones on the close.",Le Bessole,9,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Stefano Accordini 2009 Le Bessole (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-accordini-2009-le-bessole-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2009,Stefano Accordini 14,White,Chile,"A little funky and pickled on the nose, with vanilla and oak aromas. The palate has an average feel and tangy acidity to push citrus, green banana and vanilla flavors. About as regular as Chardonnay gets.",Sepia Reserva,10,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Vistamar 2010 Sepia Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistamar-2010-sepia-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Vistamar 13,Red,Italy,"Aging in both stainless steel and oak has helped craft a fresh, easy wine with some degree of spice and complexity on the nose. In fact, aromas here recall Mexican seasoning and cumin.",Figari,23,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Villa Spinosa 2008 Figari (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-spinosa-2008-figari-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Villa Spinosa 14,Red,Chile,"Funky at first, with barnyard aromas giving way to roasted fruit, olive and rubber aromas. Chunky in the mouth, with leafy, roasted flavors that follow the nose. Finishes herbal, toasted and spiced, with adequate freshness.",Reserva,14,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Veramonte 2009 Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-2009-reserva-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Veramonte 11.5,White,France,"Gently soft wine, with a creamy character. There are light white and citrus fruit flavors, hints of green herbs and just the right amount of acidity.",Edelzwicker,15,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Wolfberger 2010 Edelzwicker White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolfberger-2010-edelzwicker-white-alsace/,White Blend,2010,Wolfberger 14,White,Chile,"A fading wine with a brown-gold color and oxidized aromas mixed with leftover barrel resin and lacquer. The palate is resiny and thick feeling, with Sherried flavors of old wood, butterscotch, buttered apple and peach. More resin and pepper flavors work the finish.",Gran Araucano,23,84,Colchagua Valley,,,J. & F. Lurton 2007 Gran Araucano Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-f-lurton-2007-gran-araucano-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,J. & F. Lurton 14.1,White,US,"Sweet and soft in vanilla, buttered toast, golden apricot and lemon honey flavors. Turns cloying after a sip or two.",,25,84,California,Napa,Rutherford,In Re 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/in-re-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,In Re 14.5,Red,US,"A simple, sweet wine, with jellied apricot, tangerine and lemon flavors. The acidity is crisp, but doesn't feel natural, as if it had been added.",Pearl,24,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearthstone 2009 Pearl Roussanne-Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearthstone-2009-pearl-rhone-style-white-blend-roussanne-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Roussanne-Viognier,2009,Hearthstone 12,Red,US,"Rustic on the nose and palate, there's an abundance of smoke and char that envelops all the pretty layers of fall foliage, sour cherry and black pepper spice. Notes of green leaves in the midpalate turn riper and bramblier on the finish.",,22,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2008 Merlot (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazlitt-1852-2008-merlot-finger-lakes/,Merlot,1852,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 14,Red,Chile,"Opens with wild strawberry and herbal notes. The palate is tight and clipped in feel, with roasted, baked and rooty berry flavors. Herbal on the finish, with a dusting of cocoa and mulch.",Single Vineyard,18,84,Maule Valley,,,Chilcas 2009 Single Vineyard Pinot Noir (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2009-single-vineyard-pinot-noir-maule-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Chilcas 12,White,Germany,"Pleasant pear and melon notes, a light- to medium-weight feel on the palate and a crisp, citrusy finish add up to a decent simple quaff. Drink now.",Trocken,20,84,Franken,,,Manfried 2009 Trocken Riesling (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manfried-2009-trocken-riesling-franken/,Riesling,2009,Manfried 13.7,White,US,"An awkward Chardonnay, oaky and simple in sweet ripe pineapples, pears and mangoes. Seems pricy for what you get.",Westside,24,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dunning Vineyards 2009 Westside Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunning-2009-westside-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2009,Dunning Vineyards 11,White,US,"Delicate on the nose and palate with dainty honeysuckle notes limned with lime skin and yellow stone fruit flavors, this dry Riesling is refreshingly easy to drink, but finishes a tad short and simple.",,11,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Casa Larga 2009 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-larga-2009-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Casa Larga 13.5,Red,Chile,"Rubbery and heavy initially, then spicy and herbal as it opens. Feels drawing on the palate, with briary plum and mild green flavors. Peppery on the finish, with zesty acidity.",Estate Collection,9,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2010 Estate Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2010-estate-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Viu Manent 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Medium-sweet sparkling wine, with some attractive baked apple flavors, laced with acidity and a touch of yeast. The aftertaste is soft and creamy.",Clos de Nouys Brut,,84,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Pierre Chainier NV Clos de Nouys Brut (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-chainier-nv-clos-nouys-brut-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,,Pierre Chainier 14.9,Red,US,"Sweet and simple, this Barbera tastes like a melted raspberry, raisin and chocolate candy bar with a little heat from alcohol. It's very typical of a certain Paso Robles candied style.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Christian Lazo 2009 Barbera (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christian-lazo-2009-barbera-central-coast-paso-robles/,Barbera,2009,Christian Lazo 13.5,Red,US,"There are lots of deep, dark chocolate, candied blackberry, plum and raisin flavors in this dry, full-bodied red wine. The alcohol level is modest.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Dancing Bull 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dancing-bull-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Dancing Bull 13.5,White,US,"Nice acidity on this clean wine, but it's also quite sweet in citrus and tropical fruit jam flavors. Almost more of a dessert wine than a dry tableside sipper.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Cycles Gladiator 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cycles-gladiator-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Cycles Gladiator 15.5,Red,US,"A sound, everyday Zinfandel for drinking with barbecue. It's soft and a little sweet in fruit and high alcohol, with jagged tannins and a super-spicy finish.",,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Ranch 2008 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-ranch-2008-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Rutherford Ranch 14,Red,Chile,"Herbal, lightly green aromas start out gaseous and rubbery but shed that excess with airing. The palate is crisp and tight, with bell pepper and oregano-like flavors outmuscling background red berry. Dry and simple on the finish.",,10,84,Central Valley,,,Terrapura 2009 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrapura-2009-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2009,Terrapura 13.41,White,US,"Smells and tastes very much of sweet Muscat with its jasmine, honey and grapefruit notes, this wine would be best ice cold on a hot summer day.",Sogna d'Oro,13,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sharabella Wines 2010 Sogna d'Oro Symphony (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sharabella-wines-2010-sogna-doro-other-white-symphony-central-valley-lodi/,Symphony,2010,Sharabella Wines 12.5,White,Germany,"Taut and zesty in style, with wet stone and underripe pineapple notes that turn slightly bitter on the finish.",Kabinett Trocken,45,84,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2009 Kabinett Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2009-kabinett-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Schloss Johannisberger 12.5,Red,Italy,"This ruby-colored wine shows some bright aromas of apple juice and cranberry followed by bitter almond and forest berry. It's a simple, easy-drinking wine to pair with Sunday lunches on the patio.",,15,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Santa Sofia 2009 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-2009-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,Santa Sofia 13.5,White,US,"For the price, this is a good, everyday Chardonnay, offering pleasantly sweet citrus and peach flavors, with a note of oak.",Coastal Series,9,84,California,California Other,California,Jenica Peak 2009 Coastal Series Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jenica-peak-2009-coastal-series-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Jenica Peak 14.2,White,US,"If you like the gooseberries, citrus and ammonia notes of some New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs, this one's for you. It's high in acidity, yet tastes oddly sweet, with an oaky finish.",Estate Bottled Samantha's,28,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lancaster 2010 Estate Bottled Samantha's Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lancaster-2010-estate-bottled-samanthas-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Lancaster 13,White,US,"A little on the sweet side, with apricot, tangerine and lemonade flavors, but nice and crisp in acidity. A pleasant poolside or beach sipper on a hot day.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Three Pears 2010 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-pears-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Three Pears 13.5,White,Chile,"Green bean and lettuce aromas run the tight, green nose straight into a lip-smacking, acidic palate with tart apple and green citrus flavors, i.e. lime. Crisp and acidic on the finish, with a minerally feel.",,12,84,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2010-sauvignon-blanc-limari-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Viña Tabalí 14,Red,Chile,"Rustic and roasted smelling, with meat, leather and some funky, sweaty herbal aromas. The palate is sticky and syrupy, with baked berry, pepper, olive and herbal flavors. Falls off to peppery spice and heat on the finish.",Reserva,12,84,Maule Valley,,,Sundance 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sundance-2009-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Sundance 13,White,Germany,"Starts off with struck flint and passion fruit, but develops almost sweaty notes that make it something of a challenge. It's light and lively, just too funky to rate higher.",Kiedrich Turmberg Trocken,48,84,Rheingau,,,Robert Weil 2009 Kiedrich Turmberg Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-weil-2009-kiedrich-turmberg-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Robert Weil 15.7,Red,US,"Smells and tastes gassy and bubblegummy, like a simple Beaujolais, with strawberry and raspberry flavors, brightened with acidity. Okay for picnics and such.",,22,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Prospero 2009 Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prospero-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Prospero 14.1,White,Chile,"Smells oily, with pickled citrus aromas. The palate is round and tastes super sweet and very oaky, with melon and vanilla flavors. Sweet, melony and candied all the way through the finish.",Casa,13,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Lapostolle 2010 Casa Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2010-casa-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Lapostolle 13.5,Red,US,"A rugged, sweet Zinfandel for drinking now with easy fare. Shows blackberry, cherry and raspberry flavors, liberally spiced.",,19,84,California,California Other,California,Zinopolis 2010 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zinopolis-2010-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2010,Zinopolis 13.5,Red,Chile,"Pinched and sharp, with brambly aromas. Full feeling, with driving berry fruit flavors but strong medicinality. Stays that way on the finish, which blasts with heat, mint and burn. Have seen a drop-off in quality over the past couple of vintages.",Armador,12,84,Maipo Valley,,,Odfjell 2010 Armador Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2010-armador-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Odfjell 13,Red,US,"Overripe and a touch sweet with dried prunes and black cherry preserves, this New Mexico Cab has bright acidity and a soft coating of tannins that help to balance all that lush fruit.",Artist Series 1 Reserve,30,84,New Mexico,New Mexico,,La Chiripada 2007 Artist Series 1 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiripada-2007-artist-series-1-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-new-mexico/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,La Chiripada 13.5,White,France,"A soft and gentle Gewürztraminer, with only light spice, more of rounded tropical fruit and a candy shop character.",,20,84,Alsace,Alsace,,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 2009 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-pfaffenheim-2009-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 14.4,Red,US,"This is a lusty, rustic Zinfandel whose robust berry and spice flavors will pair nicely with barbecue and roasted meats. It's a little sweet.",Sin Zin,20,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2009 Sin Zin Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2009-sin-zin-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Alexander Valley Vineyards 12,Red,US,"Characteristic bramble notes seem a shade green against a backdrop of lean sour cherry and berry flavors. The brisk acidity is refreshing and the fruit profile is clean, but it finishes on a slightly tart, green note.",,20,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 2008 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2008-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Fox Run 12,Sparkling,France,"A relatively sweet rosé, with strawberry flavors, dark in color. It feels heavy, maybe because of the sweetness, but will certainly be attractive as an apéritif.",Victoire Brut Rosé,45,84,Champagne,Champagne,,G.H. Martel NV Victoire Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gh-martel-nv-victoire-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,G.H. Martel 12,Sparkling,France,"Soft Champagne, with a white fruit character, tasting ripe. The acidity is there, although it is unbalanced against the high dosage. The general feel is heavy.",Grande Réserve Brut,40,84,Champagne,Champagne,,Château de Bligny NV Grande Réserve Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bligny-nv-grande-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Château de Bligny 12,White,France,"With considerable acidity, this has a taut line in citrus, the greenest apple and just a touch of spice. It is not for aging, drink now.",,18,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2010 Sylvaner (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2010-other-white-sylvaner-alsace/,Sylvaner,2010,Dopff & Irion 12,White,France,"A wine without great varietal character, although with an attractive, light feel to it. The acidity gives a final mineral edge.",,,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Specht 2009 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-specht-2009-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Domaine Specht 13.5,Red,Chile,"A little forced and pickled on the nose, but overall this is pretty much your standard value-priced Chilean Cab, meaning it offers herbal notes and olive along with medium-level currant and plum flavors. Very basic and by no means a bad wine.",Xplorador,8,84,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Xplorador Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-xplorador-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Concha y Toro 13.8,Red,Chile,"Briary and prickly smelling, with juicy acidity, a lean structure and tart pie cherry and red plum flavors. Expect a light, translucent Pinot that emphasizes freshness and crisp acidity.",Casillero del Diablo Reserve,12,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2009 Casillero del Diablo Reserve Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-casillero-diablo-reserve-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Concha y Toro 13.9,Red,US,"A big, rich, thick Zinfandel, jammy in raspberries, blackberries and cherries, with a bubblegum gassiness. Drink now with burgers, ribs, pasta marinara.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Dancing Bull 2009 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dancing-bull-2009-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2009,Dancing Bull 12.5,Red,Italy,"Begali's base Valpolicella Classico delivers an immediate rush of candied cherry and root beer. It's a simple, one-dimensional wine with an easy, crisp mouthfeel.",,,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Begali 2010 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/begali-2010-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,Begali 13,Red,Italy,"Although this wine sees contact with stainless steel only (no oak), there is a carbonized, toasted quality to the fruit regardless. The mouthfeel is characterized by ripe cherry, dried lavender and spicy church incense.",Il Valpolicella,,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Buglioni 2010 Il Valpolicella (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buglioni-2010-il-valpolicella-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,Buglioni 13,White,Chile,"Starts out varietally correct, with zest in the mouth and citrusy, green aromas. Time doesn't really help it along; the lime and grapefruity crispness is surface-level. Turns more pithy and less focused as it airs out. Drink immediately before it fades.",,9,85,Maule Valley,,,Sundance 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sundance-2010-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Sundance 12.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a successful Valpolicella Classico that offers the right measure of heft and concentration while never losing sight of its informal, easy personality. Thick concentration, carob, cooked fruit and prune are backed by a sharp, brambly berry note.",,16,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Stefano Accordini 2010 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-accordini-2010-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,Stefano Accordini 14.1,White,US,"This is a strongly flavored Chardonnay. It packs a punch in ripe tropical citrus fruit, pear and vanilla oak flavors that are honey sweet on the finish. The acidity provides balance, but seems awkwardly applied.",Gabriella Ranch,18,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,VJB 2010 Gabriella Ranch Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vjb-2010-gabriella-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,VJB 13.9,White,US,"Very sharp and acidic, with a powerfully grassy core. It might be thought of as Loire valley-style Sauvignon Blanc, but without the minerality. Herb and lemon rind flavors dominate.",,21,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Reustle 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reustle-2010-sauvignon-blanc-southern-umpqua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Reustle 12.5,Red,Italy,"There's fullness and ripeness here with aromas of spice, mature fruit, almond and black cherry. This Valpolicella blend is round and plush with an interesting sweet against sour fruit juxtaposition.",I Roccoli,,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Vigneti Villabella 2010 I Roccoli (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-villabella-2010-i-roccoli-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,Vigneti Villabella 14.2,Red,US,"The label says California but these grapes are from Clarksburg, near Lodi and for Pinot Noir, leave a little to be desired. Mostly fruit, the wine's aromas and flavors are fairly simple and oaky. There's not much saying Pinot Noir specifically here.",Artistica,17,85,California,California Other,California,Sharabella Wines 2008 Artistica Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sharabella-wines-2008-artistica-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sharabella Wines 13.5,White,US,"From an Umpqua Valley vineyard, this solid and fruit-driven Pinot Gris needs a little more bottle age to come together. The pear fruit flavor is there in abundance, but some off-notes creep in, damping the finish.",,16,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Seven Hills 2010 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2010,Seven Hills 12,White,US,"Pretty and perfumed with green florals accented with fennel and lemon peel notes, this semisweet Riesling has a bit of sugary sweetness on the midpalate, but finishes clean with a refreshingly citrusy acidity.",Moon Shadow,15,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,White Springs 2008 Moon Shadow Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-springs-2008-moon-shadow-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,White Springs 13,Red,Italy,"This well priced Valpolicella Superiore sees some oak aging for additional heft and concentration. Inky cherry liqueur and toasted almond are followed by a clean, polished close.",Vigne Nuove di Musella,11,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Musella 2009 Vigne Nuove di Musella (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/musella-2009-vigne-nuove-di-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2009,Musella 12.5,Red,Italy,"This easygoing Valpolicella Classico shows more spice and immediate roundness with background tones of cherry and ripe blackberry. The soft, plush close is void of the sour bitterness you sometimes find in these wines.",Saseti,18,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Monte dall'Ora 2010 Saseti (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-dallora-2010-saseti-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,Monte dall'Ora 15.5,Red,Italy,"Although this wine is relatively young, it does show tertiary, or “aged,” aromas of dried fruit and beef jerky. Smoked bacon, oregano and cooked apple add to the wine's gritty, textured finish.",La Corte del Pozzo,25,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Ripasso,,Gino Fasoli 2009 La Corte del Pozzo (Valpolicella Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gino-fasoli-2009-corte-pozzo-red-valpolicella-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Gino Fasoli 12.5,White,Germany,"Light in body—as a kabinett should be—with aromas dominated by petrol and petrichor. Despite hints of apple and citrus on the palate, this wine is more about wet stone than anything else, with a finish that fades rather quickly. Drink now.",Hochheimer Hölle Kabinett Trocken,25,85,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2009 Hochheimer Hölle Kabinett Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2009-hochheimer-holle-kabinett-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Domdechant Werner 13.5,White,Chile,"Sweet melon and apple aromas are easygoing. The palate has a creamy feel that makes the wine chunky, while flavors of canned peaches, melon and apple are sweet but also fall off toward vegetal. Finishes melony and soft.",Reserva,12,85,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2010 Reserva Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2010-reserva-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Echeverria 13.5,Red,Chile,"Grapey aromas suggest boysenberry, and soon comes a wave of forced, minty oak. The palate is aggressive at first, with heavy, bullish flavors of minty wild berry and coconut. Falls off on the finish, leaving tannic bite and warmth.",Casillero del Diablo Reserve,12,85,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Casillero del Diablo Reserve Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-casillero-diablo-reserve-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Concha y Toro 12.5,Red,US,"Whiffs of freshly cut mint and tarragon are pleasant against a backdrop of lean red fruit on the nose and palate of this Bordeaux blend, but lurking traces of underripe fruit and tomato leaf distract.",Meritage Red Table Wine,60,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 2006 Meritage Red Table Wine Meritage (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-2006-meritage-red-table-wine-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-long-island-north-fork/,Meritage,2006,Castello di Borghese 15,White,US,"Sugary and fruity, this Viognier-based Rhône blend is almost as sweet as a dessert wine. The mango, lime and tangerine flavors fortunately are brightened with acidity.",Stone Fox,20,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Chronic Cellars 2010 Stone Fox White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chronic-cellars-2010-stone-fox-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Chronic Cellars 14.1,White,US,"The inaugural release of this wine is semi-sweet and pleasant, with citrus and apricot flavors finished with a soft, honeyed oakiness.",Chiara Bianco,32,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chiarello Family Vineyards 2010 Chiara Bianco Ribolla Gialla (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiarello-family-2010-chiara-bianco-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-napa-valley/,Ribolla Gialla,2010,Chiarello Family Vineyards 12.5,Red,Italy,"A great food wine for informal occasions or barbecue picnics, this ruby wine opens with forest floor and medicinal aromas followed by bright cherry, white almond and dusty mineral.",Villa Novare,13,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Bertani 2010 Villa Novare (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2010-villa-novare-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,Bertani 11,Sparkling,US,"Sugary sweet in orange, pineapple, peach and vanilla flavors, this bubbly is based on Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay, with other grape varieties contributing a minor role. It's clean, with fine acidity providing balance.",Sweet Cuvée,13,85,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Sweet Cuvée Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-sweet-cuvee-sparkling-california-139581/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 13.8,Red,US,"Roundly fruity—almost candied—with the sweet, fruitcake spices competing with a leathery, barnyard note. Turns slightly bitter and roasted in the finish. Strong flavors, but not for everyone.",Black Label,24,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Kason 2008 Black Label Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kason-2008-black-label-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kason 14.5,Red,Chile,"Brambly, smoky, leafy and burnt smelling, with a full, beefy body that feels a bit flat due to low acidity. Flavors run earthy and mulchy, but with enough raspberry and plum fruit to pull it along. Thick and medicinal on the finish.",Single Vineyard Las Brisas Vineyard,20,85,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2010 Single Vineyard Las Brisas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2010-single-vineyard-las-brisas-vineyard-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Viña Leyda 12,Red,US,"With layers of coffee, spice and cedar enveloping scents of ripe black fruit and bramble, Hazlitt's Cab is beautifully composed on the nose. It's lean in style and body, however, with a black plum palate marked by whiffs of sweet tomato and green leaves on the finish.",,19,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazlitt-1852-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1852,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 12.5,White,France,"Softly fruity wine, with a touch of toast, ripe pear and melon flavors. The wine is warm, approachable, fruity, ready to drink.",Tradition,17,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2009 Tradition Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2009-tradition-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Kuentz-Bas 13.7,White,US,"Round and fruity, open and broad, this is a perfectly sound sipping white, without any particular focus or varietal specificity.",,16,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Yamhill Valley 2009 Pinot Blanc (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yamhill-valley-2009-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Yamhill Valley 12.5,Red,Italy,"Made with an 80-20 blend of Corvina and Rondinella grapes, this food-friendly base Valpolicella from one of the Veneto's most historic wine producers offers earthy aromas of black fruit, wild mushroom and crushed white pepper.",,13,85,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Bertani 2010 Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2010-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2010,Bertani ,White,US,"Lots of oak on this Chardonnay, which is dominated by toothpicky vanilla and buttered toast aromas and flavors. Underneath is a fine, crisp wine, with tangerine and sweet Meyer lemon flavors.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,Paraiso Vineyards 14.2,White,US,"Here's a brisk, clean Sauvignon Blanc, packed with ripe flavors of lemons, limes, apricots, peaches and green apples. Good and savory, but a little too sugary sweet for comfort.",,18,85,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/materra-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 13,White,US,"If you like that slightly sour, green hit of gooseberry in your Sauvignon Blanc, this one's for you. Beyond that, it's dry, and offers citrus, green apple and vanilla flavors.",,16,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mason Cellars 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mason-cellars-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Mason Cellars 12,White,US,"Hints of spice, smoke and fennel add dimension to the honeyed stonefruit palate on this off-dry Riesling. Quite round and rich in body with a pleasantly dry finish.",Semi-Dry,12,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Prejean 2009 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prejean-2009-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Prejean 13,Red,Italy,"This edition of Nicolis' Valpolicella blend shows simplicity, but cleanliness and balance as well. It's a straightforward expression with lingering tones of cherry and cola on the close.",,18,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Nicolis 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2008-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Nicolis 12.5,White,France,"A Gentil is a blended wine, and this wine brings together Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Sylvaner and Pinot Blanc. The result is an harmonious whole, soft with good acidity, a touch of spice and ripe peach and white currant fruit.",Pfaff Gentil,14,85,Alsace,Alsace,,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 2009 Pfaff Gentil White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-pfaffenheim-2009-pfaff-gentil-white-alsace/,White Blend,2009,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 12,Red,US,"While brisk and lean in style, there's a core of vanilla-scented morello cherries and ripe brambly wood. Tannins are so wispy they're barely detectable, but carry through to a soft finish marked by notes of autumn leaves and a gentle spray of raspberries.",,15,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Knapp 2008 Merlot (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knapp-2008-merlot-finger-lakes/,Merlot,2008,Knapp 12,Sparkling,France,"Soft-fruited Champagne, with pear and pink grapefruit flavors. It has a bitter almond edge that cuts through the acidity. The finish is soft, towards the sweet end of brut.",Blue Top Brut,35,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole NV Blue Top Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-nv-blue-top-brut-champagne-133298/,Champagne Blend,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole 14.9,Red,US,"This is a super Tuscan blend, based on Sangiovese. It's a rustic wine, drily tannic, with sweetish flavors of blackberries, cherries, cola and oak.",Amore,35,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Terra Valentine 2009 Amore Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2009-amore-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Terra Valentine 14,Red,Chile,"Smoky meat and leather aromas match up with briary plum scents. The feel is sheer and tight, while flavors of olive, herbs and blueberry are bolstered by heightened acids. Good in a basic way, but loud and edgy.",Reserva,13,85,Maipo Valley,,,Terra Andina 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-andina-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Terra Andina 12,Red,France,"Bitter cherry flavors mark a wine that is light in texture, with attractive acidity and a soft, fruity red berry finish. Not for aging.",Signature,15,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Robert Klingenfus 2010 Signature Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-klingenfus-2010-signature-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2010,Robert Klingenfus 13.5,White,Chile,"A little rough and oily on the nose, with citrus and green notes. The palate is soft and melony in feel, with banana, papaya and other tropical flavors. Sweet and melony on the finish; won't last for very long.",Reserva,11,85,Leyda Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2010 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2010-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Santa Carolina 13.8,Red,France,"Bitter cherries and dark, tarry flavors mark this wood-aged Pinot Noir. There is a strong new wood character that gives some bitterness. The wine needs another year to soften.",Cuvée de l'Hostellerie,,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Emile Beyer 2009 Cuvée de l'Hostellerie Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emile-beyer-2009-cuvee-lhostellerie-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2009,Emile Beyer 13.5,White,Chile,"Toasty and oily smelling, with baked apple aromas for fruit. The palate is medium in intensity and round, with standard peach and apple flavors. Finishes soft, sweet and a tiny bit mealy. Drink soon.",Reserva,12,85,Maule Valley,,,Chilensis 2010 Reserva Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilensis-2010-reserva-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Chilensis 13,White,US,"Tangy and crisp in acidity, this easy-to-drink white wine has tangerine, lemon, kiwi fruit and Asian pear flavors. It's a little sweet on the finish, with a sugared lemonade richness.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Dancing Bull 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dancing-bull-2009-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Dancing Bull 12.9,Red,US,"Brisk and lean with a crisp red currant and plum profile, this dry, medium-bodied Cab is pleasantly structured with sturdy tannins and a fresh, herbal midpalate. A bit lacking in intensity and depth, and the finish fades out quickly, but on a sweet vanilla-kissed note.",Barrel Select,34,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Damiani 2008 Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damiani-2008-barrel-select-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Damiani 12.5,White,US,"While aromatically restrained with a dry, savory character, this medium-bodied Chardonnay has a refreshing acidity that keeps it brisk. The finish, while not long, boasts a touch of honey on a pleasantly concentrated apple note.",Russian Oak,20,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2008 Russian Oak Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2008-russian-oak-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2008,Comtesse Thérèse 12.5,Red,Italy,"Soft spice and leather open the nose of this ruby-colored Valpolicella Classico and are followed by cola, root beer, cherry and cassis. There's a strange dimension or intensity of fragrance here, and the mouthfeel is tight and crisp.",,13,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,David Sterza 2010 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-sterza-2010-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,David Sterza 13,White,US,"Honeydew melon and a touch of cream on the midpalate of this dry, medium-bodied Chardonnay add a hint of luxury. Lightly toasted oak notes are pleasantly balanced along with a fresh, clean acidity.",Barrel Fermented,15,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2009 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2009-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2009,Glenora 12,Red,Italy,"Valpolicella Le Quare delivers rich, pulpy extraction on the nose, with a thinner, sour element in the mouth. Indeed, the nose and the palate of this easy wine don't have much in common. Aromas of ripe fruit and Indian spice are its driving aromatic force.",Le Quare,13,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Gamba 2010 Le Quare (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamba-2010-le-quare-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,Gamba 14.2,Red,US,"There are lots of rich, ripe blackberry, blueberry and chocolate flavors in this oaky wine, and the tannins are smooth. However, it's a bit soft and sugary sweet. Drink now.",,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Galvan 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galvan-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Galvan 12,Sparkling,France,"Soft, fruity wine with light acidity and some attractive red berry fruits. It is warm, with an off-dry character, although the acidity does ensure freshness.",Brut Rosé,23,85,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Lucien Albrecht 13,Red,US,"Generous and sweet on the nose, this dry, light-bodied Bordeaux-style blend presents wafts of cherry pie fillings garnished with sprigs of fresh mint. By contrast, the palate is sheer with sprays of tart sour cherry fruit. It's a pleasant food wine but finishes with a touch of grape tannin bitterness.",Sherwood Manor,55,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sherwood House Vineyards 2007 Sherwood Manor Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-house-2007-manor-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Sherwood House Vineyards 13,White,France,"Although in the Alsace grape hierarchy, Auxerrois is the lowest of the low, it can, in the right hands, make a softly fruity wine with green plum and peach flavors. This is a fine apéritif style of wine.",Trois Châteaux,,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2010 Trois Châteaux Auxerrois (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2010-trois-chateaux-other-white-auxerrois-alsace/,Auxerrois,2010,Kuentz-Bas 13.5,White,US,"Sharp and a bit green, this has peavine and citrus flavors, the citrus a mix of flesh, rind, and sour candy. It was fermented in 100% stainless.",,22,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Reustle 2010 Viognier (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reustle-2010-viognier-southern-umpqua-valley/,Viognier,2010,Reustle 13.5,Red,Chile,"Floral aromas are bright and plummy. The palate is fairly creamy and sweet, with milk chocolate, vanilla and other oak-influenced flavors. Dries out and firms up on the finish. A wine for casual imbibing.",120,8,85,Central Valley,,,Santa Rita 2010 120 Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2010-120-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Santa Rita 14,White,Chile,"A little funky and sweaty on the nose, suggesting sautéed onions and baked apple. Oak comes into play on the palate, which is soft but just solid enough. Tastes sweet and woody, with vanilla, resin and pear flavors. Plump on the finish.",Reserva,12,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2010 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2010-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Santa Carolina 12,White,US,"There's a curtain of smoke and char that hides all the sweet, fresh apple tones on this creamy, full-bodied Chardonnay. When the smoke subsides, it reveals a fairly balanced wine with subtle vanilla and fruit characteristics throughout. Great companion for smoked cheese and charcuterie.",CLV,11,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Casa Larga NV CLV Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-larga-nv-clv-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,,Casa Larga 13.5,White,Chile,"Dilute and peachy on the nose. The palate is sweet and round but has a hole in the middle in terms of spine and structure. Tropical and melony tasting, with caramel on the finish. Decent acidity keeps it lively.",Reserva Especial,17,85,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2009 Reserva Especial Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2009-reserva-especial-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Viña Tabalí 14.2,Red,US,"Feels somewhat heavy in weight, with extracted cherry, berry and cola flavors. Rich, but just seems to sit there on the palate, lacking life. Maybe it will age.",,38,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Benovia 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benovia-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Benovia 13,White,Germany,"No doubt on the sweet side for a trocken (or maybe just with relatively low acidity), this is medium bodied, with aromas and flavors reminiscent of crushed stone, orange blossom and peach. Drink it over the next several years.",Hochheimer Kirchenstück Spätlese Trocken,32,85,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2009 Hochheimer Kirchenstück Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2009-hochheimer-kirchenstuck-spatlese-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Domdechant Werner 12,White,France,"Soft, smooth wine, with some richness as well as a hint of spice. The wine is creamy, with baked apple flavors and an attractive aftertaste.",,,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Specht 2009 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-specht-2009-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Domaine Specht 14.5,Red,US,"In a gigantically heavy bottle, this Mendocino Merlot, grown in the Potter Valley, struggles to eke out currant and cranberry aromas and is perfectly fine but lacking in depth and vibrancy.",,38,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Kimmel 2008 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kimmel-2008-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,2008,Kimmel 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and sweet-sour, like blackberry and cherry Lifesaver candy. A little hot and overripe, too, showing raisins, like a minor Port, but it's dry. Drink now.",Dante,32,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,VJB 2007 Dante Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vjb-2007-dante-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,VJB 14,Red,Italy,"This compact, ruby-colored wine opens with neutral fruit aromas followed by tangy spice and vanilla that bring up the rear. The soft mouthfeel shows a hint of sassy spice.",Campo Morar,,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Viviani 2008 Campo Morar (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viviani-2008-campo-morar-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Viviani 11.5,Red,Italy,"With a playful children's drawings on the label, Rêverie is a light and informal Valpolicella blend with a bright ruby color and crisp aromas of forest fruit and sour blueberry. It's a thin, easygoing wine that would pair with four cheeses pizza.",Rêverie,20,85,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Zymè 2010 Rêverie (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zyme-2010-reverie-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2010,Zymè 14,Red,Italy,"This wine has shown great results in the past, but this vintage seems more subdued. There is a hint of red apple skin with earthy tones and dried rose. The acidity and overall crispness of the wine perform nicely.",Marogne,20,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Zeni 2009 Marogne (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zeni-2009-marogne-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Zeni 13.5,Red,Chile,"Hard spice, campfire, dill and vanilla aromas combine with meaty berry notes. Scratchy and grating in the mouth, with herbal, medicinal cassis and berry flavors. Finishes with a prickle and tough tannins. Has size and power but seems edgy and a little strange.",Columbine Special Reserve Single Vineyard,18,85,Colchagua Valley,,,William Cole 2009 Columbine Special Reserve Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2009-columbine-special-reserve-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,William Cole 14.8,Red,US,"Light in color and light-bodied in the mouth, this Grenache-based Rhône blend offers easy, sweet flavors of cherries, cola, vanilla and oak.",Cuvée Jeanne Marie,35,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 2009 Cuvée Jeanne Marie Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2009-cuvee-jeanne-marie-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Foxen 12,White,US,"). Savory on the nose with scents of pressed apple and honey comb, this fairly dry Riesling is surprisingly round and rich on the palate with a lush, floral profile balanced by hints of wax and lanolin and a tart lime juice acidity.",Reserve,16,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fulkerson 2009 Reserve Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulkerson-2009-reserve-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Fulkerson 14.9,Red,US,"Dry and hot, with a brittle feeling in the mouth, like chewing on plastic wrap. Shows Lifesaver candy flavors of sour cherries, oranges and raspberries, finished with a hit of tart acidity. Drink now.",,42,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearthstone 2008 Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearthstone-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2008,Hearthstone 14.6,Red,US,"Il Nonno is a very small-production blend of Sangiovese (59%), Cabernet Sauvignon (26%), Cabernet Franc (10%) and Petite Sirah (5%). It is remarkably black in color and a touch dull on the nose, made to be super Tuscan in style with blackberry and mushroom that perhaps went into hiding. The wine's bitter finish isn't great.",Il Nonno,42,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Naggiar 2008 Il Nonno Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naggiar-2008-il-nonno-red-sierra-foothills/,Red Blend,2008,Naggiar 15.2,Red,US,"High alcohol gives this wine a chili pepper heat, and the fruit isn't quite strong enough to balance it. The result is a wine whose berry flavors feel hot. Ready to drink now.",,30,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ridge 2009 Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2009-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,Ridge 13.5,Red,France,A wine that certainly benefits from the warm 2009 vintage. The burnt wood flavors are too prominent for the cherry fruits. Perhaps in a year it will be better integrated.,Clos St Landelin,75,85,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2009 Clos St Landelin Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2009-clos-st-landelin-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2009,René Muré 12.5,White,France,"Crustacés means shellfish. Does the wine go with shellfish? Yes, with its fine, light, just steely acidity, a perfumed character and its bright, clean finish.",Crustacés,12,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 2010 Crustacés White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-2010-crustaces-white-alsace/,White Blend,2010,Dopff & Irion 14.5,Red,US,"Excessive acidity gives this wine a sour bite, while the flavors, of cherries and cranberries, are tart. Significant new oak helps to provide spicy richness. Drink now.",Cool Climate,17,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Cline 2009 Cool Climate Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2009-cool-climate-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cline 13,Red,Italy,"Made with organically farmed grapes, this lively base Valpolicella presents a colorful aromatic playlist that includes dried apple skin, cookie dough, chocolate, graham cracker, sweet spice and candied fruit. There's a touch of citrus or orange zest as well.",Iperico,,85,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Valentina Cubi 2010 Iperico (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentina-cubi-2010-iperico-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2010,Valentina Cubi 14,White,Chile,"Hay, mild citrus, vanilla and apple are the identifiable aromas. The palate is medium-bodied and balanced, with basic peach, apple and pithy citrus flavors. Finishes with vanilla and wheat bread notes.",Reserve,14,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Ema 2010 Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2010-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Santa Ema 13.5,Red,Chile,"Minty spice and vanilla are the lead aromas on this heavily oaked Merlot. There's also raw wood grain and clove to the nose. Full-bodied in the mouth, with overt creamy notes and then woody, spicy, fruit flavors. The fruit is generic and hidden; the pressing oak just the opposite.",Reserve,14,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2009 Reserve Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2009-reserve-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2009,Santa Ema 13.5,White,Chile,"Mild peach and pear aromas are clean but not real expressive. Fresh and juicy in the mouth, with sweet pear and apple flavors riding on a wave of nice acidity. Fruity and citrusy on the finish.",,10,85,Curicó Valley,,,Terrapura 2010 Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrapura-2010-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Terrapura 12.5,Red,Italy,"Why not pair this wine with a ham sandwich or a piece of roast chicken? It offers savory black pepper followed by sweeter tones of red fruit and honey-coated almond. The mouthfeel is compact, easy and crisp.",Le Filagne,,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Le Bertarole 2010 Le Filagne (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bertarole-2010-filagne-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,Le Bertarole 12.5,Red,Italy,"This is a jammy, fruity Valpolicella Classico with strawberry and blackberry aromas followed by coffee and mocha. It shows a soft, mature mouthfeel with some heat on the close.",Volpare,13,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,La Giaretta 2009 Volpare (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaretta-2009-volpare-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,La Giaretta 14.5,Red,US,"A soft, simple Zinfandel, front-loaded with raspberry, cherry, cola, spice and sweet oak and vanilla flavors. Drink now with barbecue.",Private Reserve,24,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sausal 2008 Private Reserve Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-2008-private-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Sausal 14,Red,Chile,"Brown in color, with green overtones on the bouquet that suggest lettuce, celery and tomato leaf. Scratchy and dry feeling as tomato, spice, olive and herbal plum flavors take over. Dry, peppery and leafy on the finish. A mature wine that is what it is.",Reserva Especial,19,85,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Monica 2006 Reserva Especial Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-monica-2006-reserva-especial-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2006,Santa Monica 14,Red,Chile,"Chunky and earthy on the nose, which is big but undistinguished. The palate is tight and high in acid, while the flavors of wood, mint and roasted berry fruits come with pepper and herbal accents. Dry and basic on the finish.",Reserve Barrel Select,12,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2009 Reserve Barrel Select Syrah (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2009-reserve-barrel-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cachapoal-valley/,Syrah,2009,Santa Ema 12.5,Dessert,Chile,"Snappy and high-toned on the nose, with citrus peel and sweaty notes. The palate is solid, with sweet mango flavors followed by a small wave of bitterness and astringency. Candied but still a touch bitter on the finish.",Late Harvest Botrytis Reserva - 375 ml,13,85,Limarí Valley,,,Los Molles 2009 Late Harvest Botrytis Reserva - 375 ml Muscat (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-molles-2009-late-harvest-botrytis-reserva-375-ml-muscat-limari-valley/,Muscat,2009,Los Molles 14.3,Red,US,"A good technical example of a well-made, dry Pinot Noir, without much depth. Shows decent varietal flavors of cherries, raspberries and spices, in a silky, light texture.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Steelhead Vineyards 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steelhead-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Steelhead Vineyards 13,Red,US,"A proprietary, nonvintage blend sourced from Lodi that's 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Old Vine Zinfandel and 10% Syrah, a wine with bright black and red fruit, good concentration and thick, oaky tannins.",Diamante Super Donne,13,85,California,California Other,California,Sharabella Wines NV Diamante Super Donne Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sharabella-wines-nv-diamante-super-donne-red-other/,Red Blend,,Sharabella Wines 13.5,White,Germany,"The entire flight of Prinz Salm's 2009 GG was something of a letdown, including this astronomically priced sample. It's good, but nothing more, combining subtle apple and citrus notes with hints of petrol. Feels lean and crisp despite the 13.5% abv, so perhaps it just needs more time to develop.",Wallhausen Felseneck GG Trocken,112,85,Nahe,,,Prinz Salm 2009 Wallhausen Felseneck GG Trocken Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-salm-2009-wallhausen-felseneck-gg-trocken-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2009,Prinz Salm 13.5,Red,US,"Estate grown and bottled, this affordable Pinot Noir brings light fruit flavors of watermelon and strawberry. Tannins are dry and the finish carries a hint of bourbon barrel.",Cali's Cuvée,24,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Left Coast Cellars 2008 Cali's Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/left-coast-cellars-2008-calis-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Left Coast Cellars 12,White,US,"Sweet pea blossoms and fresh apples make this dry, medium-bodied Chardonnay quite floral on the nose, but the palate is decidedly savory with a pleasantly creamy palate marked by brisk apple flavors, bright acidity and a smoked nut finish.",Barrel Reserve,14,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Knapp 2009 Barrel Reserve Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knapp-2009-barrel-reserve-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2009,Knapp 14.1,White,US,"The winery describes this as having little to no oak aging, and certainly, the grape fruit stars. Pineapples, Meyer lemons, limes and kiwis are front and center, accented with brisk Central Coast acidity.",Ex Anima,23,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2010 Ex Anima Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2010-ex-anima-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2010,Wrath 13,White,France,"Classic Pinot Blanc, its acidity surrounded by cream and yeast flavors, rounded and soft. There is an attractive white plum richness that gives a ripe aftertaste.",,17,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean Albrecht 2010 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-albrecht-2010-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2010,Jean Albrecht 15.2,Red,US,"High alcohol gives this Zin heat and also a glycerine sweetness. Residual sugar may contribute to the sweet taste. The flavors are of raspberries, cherries and caramelized oak.",Ridge Top Westside,28,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dunning Vineyards 2009 Ridge Top Westside Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunning-2009-ridge-top-westside-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,Dunning Vineyards 12,White,US,"A trail of smoke wafts from start to finish on this dry, medium-bodied Chardonnay from Fox Run. Refreshing and lean on the palate with an abundance of fresh apple flavors, it's bright and clean with a lemony acidity that shines.",Reserve,13,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2008-reserve-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Fox Run 13.5,Red,US,"A useful Bordeaux-style blend, dry and tannic, with blackberry, blueberry and chocolate flavors that finish sweet and spicy.",,11,85,California,California Other,California,Fleur de Lyeth 2010 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-lyeth-2010-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Fleur de Lyeth 13,White,France,"Soft and creamy, with attractive, textured acidity to go with the warm pear and green plum flavors. Not for aging, very enjoyable now.",Tradition,,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Emile Beyer 2010 Tradition Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emile-beyer-2010-tradition-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2010,Emile Beyer 13,Red,Italy,"This Valpolicella blend sees a few months of aging in large oak casks to produce aromas of dark cherry and sweet spice. At the back, however, is a tinge of dried apple skin and old leather.",,,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Fabiano 2009 Valpolicella Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-2009-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2009,Fabiano 14.6,Red,US,"Ripe enough in raspberry, cherry and mulberry fruit, with some flashy notes, but it's all sweet, upfront flavor, with not much else going on. The acidity is fine and the tannins are pretty, but this ultimately is a fairly simple, jammy wine.",Hallberg Vineyard,55,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2008 Hallberg Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2008-hallberg-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Gary Farrell 12,Sparkling,France,"Highly acidic Champagne, although also with some final sweetness. The wine is dominated by intense citric flavors, giving a mouth-puckering character. A year's bottle age might help.",Brut Prestige,35,85,Champagne,Champagne,,G.H. Martel NV Brut Prestige (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gh-martel-nv-brut-prestige-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,G.H. Martel 13,White,France,"With a typical cream and spice flavor, this rich Pinot Blanc is soft and flavored with ripe mirabelle and pear flavors. It is ready to drink, warm and accessible.",Tradition,,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Léon Boesch 2009 Tradition Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leon-boesch-2009-tradition-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Domaine Léon Boesch 15.5,Red,US,"Rich, ripe and ultra-extracted, this Syrah-based red blend has flavors of chocolate-covered raisins, cherry pie and caramel. The alcohol is very high, and slightly burning. Almost as sweet as a dessert wine, it will appeal to fans of this style.",El Perfecto,30,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Chronic Cellars 2009 El Perfecto Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chronic-cellars-2009-el-perfecto-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2009,Chronic Cellars 14.1,White,US,"Smells and tastes too oaky, with buttered toast and vanilla notes smothering everything else. Somewhere down in there is a pretty nice Chardonnay, with good acidity and fine pineapple, pear and apple flavors.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,24,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2009 Mitsuko's Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2009-mitsukos-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Clos Pegase 14.9,Red,US,"ots of briary, brambly wild berry and cherry fruit in this robust Zin. Also lots of mouthwatering spices. It's basically dry, but jammy sweet also, suggesting pairing with barbecue sauces made with sugar.",,19,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Navarro 2007 Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2007-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2007,Navarro 13.5,Red,Chile,"A bit warm, leathery and muddled on the bouquet, but perky and solid in the mouth, with herbal red cherry and currant flavors. Earthy and slightly herbal on the finish. Good for $15 Pinot Noir.",Reserva,15,86,Limarí Valley,,,Viña Tabalí 2009 Reserva Pinot Noir (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-tabali-2009-reserva-pinot-noir-limari-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Viña Tabalí 14.5,Red,Chile,"A little hot, scratchy and herbal, but there's enough raspberry and cassis on the nose to make things work. The palate is full, with rubbery tannins and ripe flavors of blackberry and prune. Finishes a bit flabby, with herbal notes.",La Palma Reserve,14,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2009 La Palma Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2009-palma-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Viña La Rosa 13.2,Red,US,"While soft and ripe on the nose and palate with loads of soft red fruit and hints of mocha and milk chocolate, this Virginia Ameritage doesn't have a lot of structure, but its smooth, warm style is still eager to please.",Estate Club Ameritage,19,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar 2009 Estate Club Ameritage Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-2009-estate-club-ameritage-red-virginia/,Red Blend,2009,Veramar 12,White,Germany,"Weil's Estate Dry Riesling is lighter in weight than one might expect, with hints of pineapple and passion fruit on the nose and tightly focused apple and citrus notes on the palate. Crisp lemon and green apple emerge on the finish.",Estate Dry,28,86,Rheingau,,,Robert Weil 2009 Estate Dry Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-weil-2009-estate-dry-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2009,Robert Weil 14.5,Red,Chile,"Briney and showing some pickled fruit and red cabbage on the nose. The palate is quite heavy and driving, with grabby tannins and baked berry and black pepper flavors. A big, burly, slightly awkward wine that's roasted and finishes sweet.",,23,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Polkura 2008 Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/polkura-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2008,Polkura 13,White,US,"High in acidity and upfront in pineapple, lemon, lime, green mint tea, vanilla and white pepper flavors, this Sauvignon Blanc has a sweet-and-sour taste. Made without oak, it's brilliantly clean and savory, but just a little too sweet.",,13,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Steelhead Vineyards 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steelhead-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Steelhead Vineyards 13.5,White,Canada,"Fresh apple and white floral notes meld effortlessly into an elegant vanilla note on the nose and palate of this dry, full-bodied Chard. Nicely concentrated, yet brisk with acidity, it's an excellent food pairing companion.",Rosehall Vineyard,30,86,Ontario,Prince Edward County,,Rosehall Run 2008 Rosehall Vineyard Chardonnay (Prince Edward County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosehall-run-2008-vineyard-chardonnay-prince-edward-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Rosehall Run 14.4,Red,US,"Tamas Estates' Nebbiolo Red Wine is 75% Nebbiolo, the remainder Petite Sirah. It's earthy with smoky bacon and cherry the stand-out flavors and it goes down smooth with a long, smoky finish, its tannins coating the throat along the way.",Riserva Nebbiolo,,86,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay-Livermore Valley,Tamás Estates 2008 Riserva Nebbiolo Nebbiolo (San Francisco Bay-Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-2008-riserva-nebbiolo-central-coast-san-francisco-bay-livermore-valley/,Nebbiolo,2008,Tamás Estates 13,Red,US,"Smoke and dark char notes permeate the nose and palate of this Long Island Cab, but a fairly concentrated core of black fruit hides within, marked by rustic notes of earth and moss. Lean in body with soft, finely knit tannins.",Grand Vin,45,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest 2007 Grand Vin Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2007-grand-vin-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Waters Crest 14.5,Red,Chile,"Creamy plum and raspberry aromas are a touch medicinal and herbal. Full and thick in the mouth, with a creamy texture, meatiness and sizable strawberry, black cherry and plum flavors. Tastes a bit herbal and minty on the finish.",Corralillo,28,86,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2010 Corralillo Pinot Noir (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2010-corralillo-pinot-noir-san-antonio/,Pinot Noir,2010,Matetic 12,Sparkling,France,"With a good mineral character, this is a successful Blanc de Blancs. It has a good zing of fruit while also having complexity from almonds as well as fine texture.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,23,86,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Pinot Blanc (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-pinot-blanc-cremant-dalsace/,Pinot Blanc,,Lucien Albrecht 13,White,France,It takes a while for the full effect of the Gewürztraminer spice to show on this reticent wine. It has some attractive lychee flavors laced with a very light acidity. No need for aging.,Réserve,22,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2010 Réserve Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2010-reserve-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Lucien Albrecht 13.5,Red,US,"A lusty, fruity Petite Sirah that packs a punch from first sip to spicy finish. Floods the mouth with juicy boysenberry, mulberry, red plum, clove and pepper flavors. Lots going on at a good, everyday price.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Drops of Jupiter 2009 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drops-jupiter-2009-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2009,Drops of Jupiter 12.5,White,Germany,"Pretty standard stuff, making it something of a disappointment in an Erste Gewächs context. Petrol notes upfront, followed by honey, pear and citrus fruit and a long, mineral-inflected finish. It's good, but this sample didn't sparkle.",Hochheimer Domdechaney Erstes Gewächs Trocken,52,86,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 2008 Hochheimer Domdechaney Erstes Gewächs Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-2008-hochheimer-domdechaney-erstes-gewachs-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Domdechant Werner 12.5,White,Germany,"Starts off slowly, with slightly odd, machine-oil aromas, then turns into a rather angular, high-acid Riesling for a 2009, with pear and citrus flavors that finish crisp.",Niersteiner Ölberg Spätlese Trocken,23,86,Rheinhessen,,,Franz Karl Schmitt 2009 Niersteiner Ölberg Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franz-karl-schmitt-2009-niersteiner-olberg-spatlese-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Franz Karl Schmitt 13.9,White,US,"This is one of those wines that could be anything from Chardonnay to Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc. It doesn't really matter, because it's pleasant and easy to drink, with sweet flavors of tangerines and vanilla.",Oak Free,20,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Daniel Gehrs 2010 Oak Free Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2010-oak-free-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Daniel Gehrs 14.5,Red,Chile,"Opens with horsey aromas that suggest saddle leather, herbs and rubbery fruit. Airing helps it along, revealing a lifted palate with nice acidity and dry raspberry, tea, spice and leather flavors. Herbal on the finish, but good as a whole.",Single Vineyard Cahuil Vineyard,35,86,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2010 Single Vineyard Cahuil Vineyard Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2010-single-vineyard-cahuil-vineyard-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Viña Leyda 13.8,Red,US,"Wadenswil is a Pinot Noir clone that was widely planted in the early years of Willamette valley winemaking. This bottling brings tart, lightly peppery flavors, the fruit thin and the finish just a little hot.",Truffle Hill Wadenswil,30,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Left Coast Cellars 2008 Truffle Hill Wadenswil Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/left-coast-cellars-2008-truffle-hill-wadenswil-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Left Coast Cellars 13,White,France,"Simple, attractive wine, with confected spice, lychee and rounded, warm flavors. Honey and rosehip add interest, with a hint of final pepper.",,20,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Jean Albrecht 2010 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-albrecht-2010-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Jean Albrecht 14.9,Red,US,"The oak and sweet jam flavors still haven't quite come together in this wine despite its age, and probably never will. With crisp acids and soft tannins, it's a nice, rich red wine to drink now.",Massa Ranch,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hopper Creek 2005 Massa Ranch Petit Verdot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopper-creek-2005-massa-ranch-petit-verdot-napa-valley/,Petit Verdot,2005,Hopper Creek 13.5,Red,US,"A little simple, but nicely dry and elegant in the tannins, which are smooth and grippy. Offers good flavors of cherries, mulberries, spices and sweet oak. Drink now.",Barney's Heritage Cuvee,29,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hawkstone 2010 Barney's Heritage Cuvee Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkstone-2010-barneys-heritage-cuvee-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2010,Hawkstone 12.5,White,France,"A lightweight Riesling, without great intensity, although with a bone-dry, steely character. It is a wine for drinking now, softly fruity, finished with mineral acidity.",Tradition,17,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2009 Tradition Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2009-tradition-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Kuentz-Bas 12,White,France,"Rounded wine, soft in character, its creamy texture given a boost by apple and lime flavors. An easy wine that is full in the mouth while still seeming light.",Signature,15,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Wolfberger 2010 Signature Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolfberger-2010-signature-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2010,Wolfberger 13.3,Red,US,"Sweet red cherry fruit melds with whiffs of graham cracker crumb and leather on this ripe, full bodied red from Bogati. There's a thin vein of green that trails throughout, but the palate is nicely structured with a dose of warm pepper notes and mouthcoating tannins on the finish.",Collection I,28,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Bogati 2009 Collection I Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogati-2009-collection-i-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Bogati 14.5,Red,US,"A good, sound red wine, dry and full-bodied, with green herb, blackberry, blueberry, spice and oak flavors. It's easy to drink with a nice steak or burger, and a good value for the price.",Lot 208,15,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2008 Lot 208 Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2008-lot-208-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2008,Cameron Hughes 15.2,Red,US,"Inkblot is Lodi winery Michael David's first Cabernet Franc, a relatively small production wine with MD's signature smoky, toasty coconut aromas, thick and raspberry jammy. Aged 15 months in French oak, it would be a hit with big wine lovers but doesn't exhibit Cab Franc's herbaceousness, which some people will be happy about, others will not. Includes small amounts of Cab Sauvignon and Petite Sirah.",Inkblot,35,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Michael David 2009 Inkblot Cabernet Franc (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-david-2009-inkblot-cabernet-franc-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Michael David 13.5,Red,Chile,"Somewhat earthy and rubbery at first, with baked berry, cassis and mild herbal aromas settling in afterwards. The palate is juicy and tight, albeit a bit tannic and hard-hitting. Tastes sweet, warm and roasted, with blackberry fruit and vanilla.",Block Selection Estate Reserve,11,86,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2009 Block Selection Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2009-block-selection-estate-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,La Playa 14.8,Red,US,"Shows good flavors, with plenty of cherries and blackberries and a touch of herbs, and the finish is nice and dry. The all-important mouthfeel is a little irregular, though, with green tannins and a bite of acidity. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",,22,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Hoyt Family Vineyards 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoyt-family-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hoyt Family Vineyards 12,Sparkling,France,"There is some bitterness to this wine, with almond and quince flavors. Caramel and soft fruitiness lead to a more creamy character. Not for aging.",Gold Top Brut,50,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole 2005 Gold Top Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-2005-gold-top-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Heidsieck & Co Monopole 13,White,France,"The wine feels fat, losing some of its varietal character while gaining in ripe white currant fruit. The acidity takes a while to show through and balance a full-bodied wine.",Cuvée Henri,30,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2009 Cuvée Henri Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2009-cuvee-henri-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Lucien Albrecht 13.9,Red,US,"Intensely aromatic with notes of sweet pomegranate and fresh violets, Lovingston's standard label Josie's Knoll is soft and a tad sweet on entry with a ripe black cherry juice note. Hints of fresh herbs on the midpalate combine with grippy tannins on the finish, adding a dose of style and structure.",Josie's Knoll,15,86,Virginia,Monticello,,Lovingston 2008 Josie's Knoll Merlot (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lovingston-2008-josies-knoll-merlot-monticello/,Merlot,2008,Lovingston 14,White,Chile,"Crisp and oceanic on the nose, but not what you'd call fruity. The palate runs tight and citric, with juicy, narrow flavors of orange and lemon touched up by wood and spice. Citrusy on the finish, with freshness and a hint of oaky toast.",Single Vineyard Falaris Hill Vineyard,17,86,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2010 Single Vineyard Falaris Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2010-single-vineyard-falaris-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-leyda-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Viña Leyda 14.5,Red,US,"Earthy and aggressively herbal, this new vintage of Rocheux needs more time to see if it will pull itself together. Tannic and hard-shelled, it's still hiding its fruit, and finishes with stemmy, bitter tannins.",Rocheux,48,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Le Cadeau 2009 Rocheux Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cadeau-2009-rocheux-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Le Cadeau 12.5,Red,Italy,"Valpolicella Nanfrè presents an easy but balanced bouquet with defined elements of mature berry fruit, prune, Indian spice and crushed black pepper. You'll love those savory, spicy nuances on the close.",Nanfrè,14,86,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2010 Nanfrè (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2010-nanfre-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2010,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 15,Red,US,"With a soft, heavy mouthfeel and hot, candied raspberry and cherry flavors, this Reserve Pinot is a disappointment. It's okay, but tastes like a simple little Pinot Noir for drinking now.",Reserve,60,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Robert Mondavi 11.5,Sparkling,France,"A lightly sparkling, earthy wine, with just off dry melon and almond flavors. A wine that is delicious as an apéritif or with lighter fish and cheese dishes.",Mauzac Nature,24,86,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Robert et Bernard Plageoles NV Mauzac Nature Mauzac (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-bernard-plageoles-nv-mauzac-nature-other-white-mauzac-gaillac/,Mauzac,,Robert et Bernard Plageoles 13.5,White,Chile,"Friendly aromas of pineapple juice, melon and banana are clean and devoid of funk. The palate flows in easy, regular fashion and tastes of mixed tropical fruits. Shows banana and vanilla on the finish.",Clava Coastal Reserve,12,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Quintay 2010 Clava Coastal Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintay-2010-clava-coastal-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Quintay 12.5,Red,Italy,"The classic Valpolicella blend of Corvina (70%), Rondinella and Molinara is enhanced by 5% Oseleta (a recently rediscovered native grape of northern Italy) to give the wine smooth tones of mocha and dark spice at the back of maraschino cherry and dried prune.",La Roverina,15,86,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Speri 2009 La Roverina (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-2009-roverina-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2009,Speri 14,Red,Chile,"Herbal to the max, with can't-miss aromas of juniper, pine and foresty berry. The palate is big and syrupy in feel, with herbal flavors of olive, carob and tobacco. Sweet and leafy on the finish.",Memorias,36,86,Maipo Valley,,,Viña el Principal 2007 Memorias Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-el-principal-2007-memorias-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Viña el Principal 14,Red,Chile,"Opens with standard olive, herb, tobacco and black fruit aromas. The palate is big and tannic, with baked blackberry and herbal-leaning flavors. Warm and full on the finish, with a carryover of the wine's core flavors.",La Joya Reserve,11,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2010 La Joya Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2010-joya-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Viña Bisquertt 11.5,White,US,"Whiffs of petrol add complexity to lush honeycrisp apple and stone fruit notes on the nose and palate of this off-dry Riesling. Sleek and steely on the midpalate with an edgy lime juice acidity, and the finish is quite dry.",,17,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ventosa 2009 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventosa-2009-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Ventosa 15.7,Red,US,"Shows the softness of Paso Robles, with blackberry, cherry, cocoa, bubblegum and spice flavors. Smooth and refined, but hot in the mouth, with 15.7% alcohol by volume.",Kamal,40,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sextant 2007 Kamal Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sextant-2007-kamal-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sextant 14,White,Chile,"Sweet as sin on the nose, with a ton of barrel-driven spice, resin and vanilla. The palate is full, creamy and resiny in feel, with more oak than anything on the flavor profile. There's baked apple and spice too, while the finish is severely oaky.",Amplus,24,86,Leyda Valley,,,Santa Ema 2010 Amplus Chardonnay (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2010-amplus-chardonnay-leyda-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Santa Ema 12.5,Dessert,Chile,"Honey, spice and citrus aromas are solid. The palate is kind of thick and syrupy, with honey, spice and ripe banana flavors. Turns a little cloying and bitter on the finish, with orange peel, brown sugar and heft on the fadeaway.",Late Harvest,12,86,Limarí Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2009 Late Harvest Muscatel (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2009-late-harvest-muscat-muscatel-limari-valley/,Muscatel,2009,Santa Alicia 13.6,White,US,"Made in a sweet style, this wine is balanced with good acidity. It's upfront in citrus fruit, mango, white flower, vanilla, honey and exotic spice flavors.",White Hills Vineyard Limited,19,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Daniel Gehrs 2010 White Hills Vineyard Limited Gewürztraminer (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2010-white-hills-vineyard-limited-gewurztraminer-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Daniel Gehrs 13.5,Red,Chile,"Crisp plum and berry aromas are a little sharp while the oak element on the nose is drying. The palate is tight and fairly high in acidity, yielding herbal, minty flavors of raspberry and red plum. Short and solid on the finish, but clean and good overall.",Casillero del Diablo Reserva,12,86,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2009 Casillero del Diablo Reserva Syrah (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-casillero-diablo-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-rapel-valley/,Syrah,2009,Concha y Toro 13.5,Red,Italy,"Wood shop aromas make a big first impression and add a tight, bitter sensation to the nose. Beyond those obvious wood tones are layers of dark fruit and spice that give the wine a bold, chewy personality.",,19,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Giuseppe Lonardi 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-lonardi-2008-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2008,Giuseppe Lonardi 12,Sparkling,France,"Rounded, sweetened wine, with soft melon and pear flavors. It is well balanced, with some toast and acidity. It is attractive in a light, apéritif style.",Victoire Premier Cru Brut,40,86,Champagne,Champagne,,G.H. Martel NV Victoire Premier Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gh-martel-nv-victoire-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,G.H. Martel 14.5,Red,US,"Good Cabernet for the price. It's pretty tough and hard in tannins, and very dry, but shows a fine, full-bodied structure, with classic blackberry and cassis flavors. Drink now, after a good decant.",Reserve,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Castle Rock 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Castle Rock 14,Red,Italy,There's a touch of dried apple skin or volatility that masks some of the wine's aromas of forest berry and pipe tobacco. The mouthfeel is fresh and there's subtle firmness too thanks its polished tannins.,Collezione Ca' del Pipa,18,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Castellani Michele & Figli 2009 Collezione Ca' del Pipa (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-michele-figli-2009-collezione-ca-pipa-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Castellani Michele & Figli 11.5,White,Germany,"Quiet on the nose, this wine speaks louder on the palate, where it delivers melon, pear and citrus flavors. It's balanced and clean, a light, refreshing white to serve as an apéritif or alongside mild fish dishes.",Trocken,18,86,Franken,,,Castell 2010 Trocken Silvaner (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2010-trocken-other-white-silvaner-franken/,Silvaner,2010,Castell 14.1,Red,US,"On the sharp and lean side, showing sour red cherry candy, wintergreen and green peppercorn flavors, fattened with sweet oak. Dry and elegant, but not very rich. Drink up.",Savoy Vineyards,56,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Benovia 2009 Savoy Vineyards Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benovia-2009-savoy-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Benovia 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a tempting value wine (that sees four months of aging in large oak casks) characterized by ripe berry, candied fruit and a touch of sweet cinnamon spice. It shows youth, density and would make a perfect match to deep dish pizza.",Cà de' Rocchi,13,86,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Tinazzi 2010 Cà de' Rocchi (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tinazzi-2010-ca-rocchi-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2010,Tinazzi 14.5,Red,US,"A great big burst of acidity marks this ripe wine, giving the cherry flavors the tart taste of jam. There are complicating notes of anise, pepper and rhubarb. Easy to drink now.",Dijon Clone,39,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Scott Family 2009 Dijon Clone Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-family-2009-dijon-clone-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2009,Scott Family 12.5,Red,US,"A very light, delicate style that some might relate to the German Pinots. The low-alcohol, high-acid style accents thin varietal flavors with scents of rose petal soap and vanilla.",,15,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Château Bianca 14.5,Red,US,"Dark in color, full-bodied and rich, this is a Syrah to drink with roasted meats and stews. The blackberry, licorice and currant flavors have a meatiness suggestive of beef teryaki. Good price for such a satisfying red wine.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mandolin 2009 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandolin-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2009,Mandolin 13.2,White,US,"Here's a simple but likeable Sauvignon Blanc. It's crisp and clean, with pleasant tangerine, lemon and vanilla flavors, brightened with brisk acidity. Good price for a nice cocktail sipper, or try with Asian fare.",Reserve,8,85,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2010 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2010-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Oak Grove 14,White,Chile,"Fleshy and flat smelling, with early murkiness. In the mouth, acidity is the lead component yet the wine tastes pickled and narrow. That same acidity pushes the finish, but as a whole the flavors just don't do much.",Grey [Glacier] Single Block,20,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Ventisquero 2010 Grey [Glacier] Single Block Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2010-grey-glacier-single-block-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Ventisquero 13.5,Red,Chile,"Smells green and weedy at first, and then oak aromas rise up to cover the green overriding character. Clacky in the mouth, with green-leaning berry flavors and oak. Finishes herbal, with a lasting flavor of pole bean.",Casillero del Diablo Reserve,12,82,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Casillero del Diablo Reserve Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-casillero-diablo-reserve-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2010,Concha y Toro 15,Red,US,"Sharp and simple, with a great big burst of fruit and a hot, Porty mouthfeel. A rustic blend of several varieties.",Ed's Red,15,82,California,California Other,California,Adastra 2008 Ed's Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adastra-2008-eds-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Adastra 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Valpolicella blend opens with an aged, browning color and etched aromas of dried fruit and almond. The wine seems past its prime already.",Corte Antica,,80,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Cantine Benedetti 2008 Corte Antica (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-benedetti-2008-corte-antica-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Cantine Benedetti 12,Sparkling,France,"A wine that strikes a great balance between its intense fruitiness and a pure steely character. It makes it a dry Champagne, with the richness of a great wine. It has weight, intensity and several years more aging.",Cuvée Nicolas François Billecart Brut,90,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Billecart-Salmon 2000 Cuvée Nicolas François Billecart Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billecart-salmon-2000-cuvee-nicolas-francois-billecart-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Billecart-Salmon 14.5,Red,US,"From the oldest block of the estate's Seven Hills Vineyard, this pure Cabernet opens with intense aromas of mountain fruit. Bramble, light herb, cement, black cherry and cassis combine in a polished, elegant wine that probes deeply into the palate. Flavors abound—cassis, coffee, licorice and more.",Seven Hills Vineyard,60,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2008 Seven Hills Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2008-seven-hills-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,L'Ecole No. 41 15.2,Red,US,"Exceedingly ripe and a little high in alcohol, this Syrah nonetheless is just delicious. It swamps the mouth with pie-filling flavors of blackberries, cherries and raspberries, sprinkled with savory baking spices and enriched with sweet, smoky, caramelized oak. With firm but pliant tannins, it's a beautiful wine to drink now with roasted lamb or grilled steak.",My Father's Vineyard Dutton Ranch,40,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2008 My Father's Vineyard Dutton Ranch Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2008-my-fathers-vineyard-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2008,Dutton Estate 10,Dessert,Australia,"De Bortoli's Noble One is as good as ever in 2007, offering intense botrytis, dried apricots, honey and bergamot in a sweetly unctuous style. Think of a Sauternes, but with more sugar and less alcohol. It should age well for 10 or more years.",Noble One Bortytis,32,94,New South Wales,New South Wales,,De Bortoli 2007 Noble One Bortytis Semillon (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2007-noble-one-bortytis-semillon-semillon-new-south-wales/,Sémillon,2007,De Bortoli ,Red,US,"A mass of flavors—mineral, umami, dry tannins, spicy fruit—all sublimated to the earthy mineral base. A drier, mineral component is more in evidence than the earthy, composty character of previous years. Good acidity, not too much, and precise mountain berry fruit. Fine-grained tannins carry the wine through the finish.",Flying Pig,75,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2008 Flying Pig Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2008-flying-pig-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Cayuse 14.4,Red,US,"The vineyard is up on Atlas Peak, in the eastern part of Napa Valley, and is source to increasingly great Cabernets. Hard mountain tannins and incredibly concentrated blackberry fruit mark the wine, which is blended with a little Cabernet Franc that brings softness and cherries. Stunningly beautiful now, but a wine you want to try over the next decade to see how it changes.",Stagecoach Vineyard,90,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequoia Grove 2007 Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2007-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sequoia Grove 14.7,Red,US,"Absolutely delicious. Although it's a bit full bodied and heavy for a Pinot Noir, it's stunningly good, offering wave after wave of berry, cherry, orange peel, spice and oak flavors, with interesting side notes of mushrooms, cola, cocoa and licorice. The California appellation is because the wine is a best barrel blend from Testarossa's vineyards up and down the state. Drink now–2015.",Niclaire,75,94,California,California Other,California,Testarossa 2009 Niclaire Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-niclaire-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Testarossa 14,Red,Portugal,"With its intense black color and perfumed aromas, this is a superb wine. The palate is firm, solid, still tannic, with the fruit just coming into balance. Nineteen months of wood aging has rounded the wine without dominating. Give this seriously ageworthy wine 5–6 years.",Reserva,35,94,Dão,,,Vinha Paz 2008 Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinha-paz-2008-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Vinha Paz 14.2,Red,US,"So deliciously ripe and sweet, you can drink it now, especially with a great steak. Flatters with raspberry, cherry and blackberry flavors, accented with the vanilla and caramel of new oak, and wrapped into soft, ripe tannins. Made in the modern style, it's a decadent wine whose pure, refined tannins testify to their Napa origin. Yet it will develop over the next ten years.",,90,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Harbison Wines 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harbison-wines-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Harbison Wines 14.6,Red,US,"The estate vineyard is on the east side of Rutherford, on Howell Mountain Road, up into the Vaca Mountains. This is prime Cabernet territory, and the wine is 100% varietal. It's very rich and dry in blackberries, with a firmly tannic astringency and a fine coating of oak. Needs time to come around. Give it at least six years, possibly far longer.",Walther River Block,105,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,D.R. Stephens 2008 Walther River Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-stephens-2008-walther-river-block-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,D.R. Stephens 14,Red,Portugal,"Famed consultant Luis Duarte now produces a range of wines under his own name. This Rubrica is, as you would expect, beautifully made with the ripest of fruit and a juicy character from the Alicante Bouschet in the blend. It is powerful, packed with tannins, deserving several years' aging.",Rubrica,33,94,Alentejano,,,Luis Duarte 2009 Rubrica Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-duarte-2009-rubrica-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Luis Duarte 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A smooth wine, all its structure encased in warm black fruit and toast. It develops slowly in the mouth, revealing sweet tannins and opulent juiciness. The acidity is an equally warming addition to the final spice character. Age for 3–4 years.",Rapariga da Quinta Reserva,23,94,Alentejano,,,Luis Duarte 2009 Rapariga da Quinta Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-duarte-2009-rapariga-quinta-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Luis Duarte 14.5,Red,US,"Fragrant with smoky red fruits, this tight, young, pure Cabernet Sauvignon brings a generous mix of raspberry, pomegranate and cherry fruit into play. The firm and supple tannins are folded in seamlessly, with hints of iron, coffee and chocolate.",,37,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,L'Ecole No. 41 14.4,Red,US,"A first-rate Pinot Noir, dry and firm in structure. There's a solid minerality girding the ripe cherry, red currant and cola fruit, while sweet oak provides an ample, but balanced, coating of vanilla and toast. Luscious now right out of the bottle, and should age for a good eight years.",Pisoni Vineyard,65,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2009 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Testarossa 14.7,Red,US,"Napa reds don't get richer than this. Made from roughly equal parts of Merlot and the two Cabernets, Sauvignon and Franc, with a squirt of Petit Verdot, it's so sweet in blackberries and cherries and caramelized new oak, it's almost like a dessert wine. But it's totally dry. Dazzling and showy, the flashiness is given real substance by depth and finish. Drink now–2015.",Lake William,115,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2007 Lake William Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2007-lake-william-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Jarvis 14.9,Red,US,"This is a big, ageworthy Cabernet, grown on the winery's estate vineyard. It's a real success, a dry, tannic wine of considerable elegance and spicy deliciousness. But it's too young to drink anytime soon, with a scoury, astringent mouthfeel. Made with a splash of Petit Verdot and Malbec, its core of sour candy blackberries and black cherries needs at least five years to begin to emerge.",,95,93,California,Napa,St. Helena,Merryvale 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Merryvale 14.8,Red,US,"Another wonderful Cabernet from this fine winery, which manages to finesse Spring Mountain's notorious tannins. While it's diamond hard and dry, with a brittle minerality, it's extravagantly lush in blackberry, cherry, cassis and licorice fruit, accented with 95% new French oak. Lay it down for a good 6–8 years.",7,75,93,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Vineyard 7&8 2008 7 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-7-8-2008-7-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Vineyard 7&8 14.5,Red,US,"Made from 100% Syrah, this wine shows Zaca Mesa's house style of exceptionally ripe, heady fruit flavors tucked into a balanced, dry wine. It's as lush as velvet in the mouth, with complex flavors of blackberries, anise, cocoa and black pepper. Feels soft and light and yet powerful and insistent at the same time. Drink now–2013.",Black Bear Block,60,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2007 Black Bear Block Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2007-black-bear-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Zaca Mesa 14.5,Red,South Africa,"“De Compostella,” meaning field or compilation of stars, reflects the fact that each component is crafted to stand alone; all varieties are vinified separately, aged and then blended. Vibrant plum, black cherry and blackberry are spiced with notes of licorice root, leather and tobacco. It's a dense and powerful Bordeaux-style blend with a firm structure that promises to develop beautifully with time in the cellar.",MR de Compostella,60,93,Stellenbosch,,,Mvemve Raats 2008 MR de Compostella Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mvemve-raats-2008-mr-compostella-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Mvemve Raats 8,Dessert,South Africa,"Rich and honeyed, this viscous and tongue-coating straw wine offers intense flavors of baked apple, fresh honey, Medjool date and candied orange that remain endlessly on the palate and finish. Though the wine is decadently powerful, there's enough acidity to support the weight and keep things from being simply too sweet.",Straw Wine,37,93,Swartland,,,Mullineux 2010 Straw Wine Chenin Blanc (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mullineux-2010-straw-wine-chenin-blanc-swartland/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Mullineux 14.5,Red,US,"This is the winery's flagship Cabernet. It's full-bodied, with classic Bing cherry Cabernet fruit as a base flavor; then a wrapping of toast and broad, astringent tannins. There's ample acidity to lift it a bit, and finishing layers of coffee, licorice, smoke, olive and loam.",the V,49,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Adams Bench 2008 the V Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adams-bench-2008-v-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Adams Bench 14,White,Portugal,"Aromatic, tropical textured wine. Great flavors of ripe pineapple and mango balance with more green fruit characters and a twist of lime. The wood flavors are well restrained, offering just a touch of final spice.",Ikon Chardonnay/Trincadeira,25,93,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2008 Ikon Chardonnay/Trincadeira White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2008-ikon-chardonnay-trincadeira-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2008,Fiuza 15,Red,Portugal,"Pitch black wine, densely concentrated, powerful, its wood aging giving shape to the huge fruit and tannins. Ripe black fruits add a juicy character, with a jammy richness complemented by exotic spices. The wine needs five years' cellaring.",Reserva,,93,Alentejano,,,Herdade das Servas 2008 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-das-servas-2008-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Herdade das Servas 13,White,Portugal,"Wood-aged wine, this combines toast with fine acidity, rounded and ripe fruit and great elegance. Dried apricots, melon, apples and peach are a feast of fruit, all subsumed into a finely balanced rich whole. Worth aging for 2–3 years.",Grande Follies Vinhas da Quinta da Agueira,40,93,Bairrada,,,Aveleda 2009 Grande Follies Vinhas da Quinta da Agueira White (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2009-grande-follies-vinhas-quinta-agueira-white-bairrada/,Portuguese White,2009,Aveleda 14.9,Red,US,"A pretty wine, with a touch of wintergreen mint and bacon fat adding complexity to the blackberries, cherries and cassis. Co-fermented with some Viognier, it's vibrant in the mouth, with a welcome cut of acidity to brighten and uplift the fruit. A flashy, elegant, opulent Syrah to drink over the next several years.",Larner Vineyard,40,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Bonaccorsi 2008 Larner Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2008-larner-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Bonaccorsi 14.2,Red,US,"A near replica of the '07, which was a fabulous wine that required cellaring. So does this '08. It's layered and complex in deep, black and blue berry and fruit essence, especially the ripest blackberries, yet with tantalizing hints of earth, minerals and the green olive note you often find in the best cool-climate Cabernets. The tannins are young and profound. Need time. Give it until after 2014 to begin to come around.",Agira Vineyard,80,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2008 Agira Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2008-agira-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Von Strasser 14.4,Red,US,"Across the lineup, Januik's Cabernets are steely, sharp-edged and cellar-worthy. Which makes this Ciel du Cheval bottling, which is usually that way to begin, perhaps the most archetypical of them all. Think black cherry with nerves of steel, set on a foundation of pure rock. Stick it in the cellar for another decade or more—if you can keep your hands off it.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,40,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Januik 2008 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2008-ciel-cheval-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Januik 14.9,Red,US,"Huge aromas on this Syrah, refined, very potent, offering waves of cassis, blackberries, roasted coffee, grilled meat, black pepper, cedar and spices. Tastes as dense and lush as it smells, a full-bodied, rich wine, tannic and with good acidity. Finishes bone dry, yet sweet in cherries. A dazzling crowd-pleaser of a wine that should hold for five years or so.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,40,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bonaccorsi 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2008,Bonaccorsi 14.5,Red,Australia,"Not quite the massive monster that is the 2004 Grange, the 2006 is still no shrinking violet. It's full bodied, muscular and extracted, and while the flavors veer toward espresso and dark chocolate, there's also a ribbon of raspberry fruit running through the wine from start to long, dusty finish. Drink 2015–2025, and probably beyond.",Grange,500,94,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2006 Grange Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2006-grange-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2006,Penfolds 14.5,Red,Spain,"Lush and classy, with earthy blackberry, hard spice, chocolate and lemon peel aromas. The palate is a mile deep and tannic, but it's not too hard or mean, and it tastes fantastic, with ripe blackberry, chocolate, spice and toast flavors. Complex and masculine, with tobacco and woodspice on the finish. Drink from 2012 through 2016.",Termanthia,200,94,Northern Spain,Toro,,Numanthia 2008 Termanthia (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/numanthia-termes-sl-2008-termanthia-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2008,Numanthia 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A superb, concentrated wine, powered by ripe fruits that are now reaching their peak. The wine has a dense texture, with rich berry and sweet plum fruits, bitter chocolate and solid, dark tannins. Age for 5–6 years.",Grande Follies Vinhas da Quinta da Agueira,50,94,Beiras,,,Aveleda 2004 Grande Follies Vinhas da Quinta da Agueira Red (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2004-grande-follies-vinhas-quinta-agueira-red-beiras/,Portuguese Red,2004,Aveleda 13,Red,Portugal,"A star wine from Alvaro Castro. It is powered by its tannins, its intense mineral structure, dark plums, cranberry and dense texture. Give this powerful, impressive wine at least five years.",Quinta da Pellada,72,94,Dão,,,Alvaro Castro 2007 Quinta da Pellada Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alvaro-castro-2007-quinta-pellada-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2007,Alvaro Castro 14.2,Red,US,"A gorgeous Cabernet, elaborately rich in blackberry, cherry, cassis and sweet vanilla oak flavors, yet the finish is thoroughly dry. Those famous Diamond Mountain tannins are firm, but sweetly ripe and elegant. Impressive, and drinkable now for sheer lusciousness, but should develop over the next eight years.",Post Vineyard,80,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2008 Post Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2008-post-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Von Strasser 14.2,Red,US,"A big, hard, dry Cabernet whose mountain tannins need quite some time to resolve. Right now they're tough as nails, although the blackberry fruit is so brilliant and intense, it punches right through. Give this dramatic wine at least six years, and it could well develop beyond the next decade.",Estate Vineyard,70,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2008 Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2008-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Von Strasser 14.7,Red,US,"The estate vineyard is in the Vaca Mountains, east of the city of Napa. You can taste the cool climate in the brisk acidity that frames this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. It's very ripe in blackberries, with rich layers of toast from new French oak. For all the sweet fruit, the finish is dry, even rasping. Such are the tannins that the wine feels tough, even at this age. Give it another five years, at least.",Reserve,195,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2005 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2005-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Jarvis 12.5,Dessert,South Africa,"A lovely dessert wine, perhaps the pinnacle in South Africa. Concentrated and quite intense with full-bodied flavors of orange rind, clementine and dried apricot fruit spiced with notes of crushed yellow florals, roasted nut skin, toasted egg bread and pure honeycomb. Balanced acidity prevents the mouth from being too thick or viscous, while the endless finish carries decadent notes of candied ginger.",Vin de Constance,50,94,Constantia,,,Klein Constantia 2005 Vin de Constance Muscat (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/klein-constantia-2005-vin-constance-muscat-constantia/,Muscat,2005,Klein Constantia 14.9,Red,US,"This is right down the center of the house style—plenty of new oak, deeply fruited, dark and smoky, with high alcohol and a strong, smoky bourbon barrel flavor. It's a classic steakhouse wine. Some high-toned fruit puts it all in focus. For those who love big, tannic, oaky Cabs, this one delivers.",the V,42,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Adams Bench 2007 the V Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adams-bench-2007-v-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Adams Bench 14.7,Red,US,"Saturated in every way, this sappy, spicy, almost surreal Tempranillo piles on the wild, gamy fruit, the mineral-infused base, the leaf and forest flavors, all around tart berry flavors. Amazingly deep color, fine-grained tannins, a sweetly herbal character, and great balance throughout.",Impulsivo,75,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2008 Impulsivo Tempranillo (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2008-impulsivo-tempranillo-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Tempranillo,2008,Cayuse 14.8,Red,US,"A powerful, concentrated Cabernet Sauvignon. Impressive for the sheer density of fruit, namely blackberries, cherries and chocolate, accented with buttery, caramelized new oak perfectly in keeping with the wine's volume. The tannins are soft, sweet and intricate. Despite the richness, There's a firm minerality that adds to the structure and grounds it. So opulently delicious, you could drink it now, and it should develop in the bottle over the next six years, at least.",Weitz Vineyard Materium,125,95,California,Napa,Oakville,Maybach 2008 Weitz Vineyard Materium Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maybach-2008-weitz-vineyard-materium-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Maybach 14.1,Red,US,"One sip is all it takes to fall in love with this Cabernet, which contains a little Merlot. It's rich and lush and authoritative on every level. The texture is soft as velvet, but the tannins are firm, backing up blackberry, cherry, chocolate, cassis, mineral and new oak flavors that are complex and linger long into the spicy finish. Such are the tannins that the wine is likely to age well through 2016, at least.",,75,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Moone-Tsai 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moone-tsai-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Moone-Tsai 14.9,Red,US,"A rare Cabernet Franc from Merry-vale, and a spectacular one. They've handled this finicky variety just right, although surely the addition of some Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec adds weight and tone. The wine is dry, richly tannic and enormously flavorful, offering waves of cherries, red currants, red licorice, cola, sweet cedar wood and even savory hints of bacon. A tremendous Cabernet Franc that will stand as a definitive version in California.",,90,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2008 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2008-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Merryvale 14.4,Red,US,"Good concentration, with tight-knit purple and black fruit flavors, a streak of espresso, and the characteristic herb and mineral flavors of the vintage. Very fresh, clean, muscular and still compact, with concentrated blackberry fruit that pops up and broadens out in the finish.",Camaspelo,70,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2008 Camaspelo Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2008-camaspelo-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2008,Cayuse 12,Sparkling,France,"A superbly rich and creamy wine, powered by ripe Pinot Noir, with elegance and élan. The wine is concentrated, powerful, packed with intense white fruit flavors and citrus. For aging.",Millésime Brut,70,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 2005 Millésime Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-2005-millesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Louis Roederer 14.2,Red,US,"The best of a great flight of single-vineyard 2009 Pinots from Adelsheim, this new entry into the lineup is all muscle and black fruits. It is power-packed with dense, rich flavors, nuanced with exotic spices and black tea, moving into silky tannins and an extremely long, satisfying finish.",Nicholas Vineyard,90,95,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Adelsheim 2009 Nicholas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2009-nicholas-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Adelsheim 13,Red,Portugal,"A rich and powerful wine, dense and chewy. Its tannins dominate a wine that is still young. The damson and blackberry fruits give richness and acidity. Combined, the structure and the fruit make an imposing, potentially long-lived wine.",Pape,72,95,Dão,,,Alvaro Castro 2007 Pape Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alvaro-castro-2007-pape-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2007,Alvaro Castro 14.9,Red,US,"Here's one of the most ageworthy wines of the vintage. A 100% Cabernet, its grapes come from a vineyard in eastern St. Helena, off the Silverado Trail. Cab's usual blackberries and cassis are there, along with classic elements of green olives and herbs, with a funkiness that adds an umami tang. Very finely constructed, very complex, spicy and delicious. Give it six years, at least.",Moose Valley Vineyard,125,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,D.R. Stephens 2008 Moose Valley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-stephens-2008-moose-valley-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,D.R. Stephens 14.4,Red,US,"Januik's reserve is a blend of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, and 2% Cabernet Franc. Sourced from Champoux and Weinbau, just three barrels were made. The fruit is deeply flavored with black cherry and cassis, and the tannins seem darker, earthier, toastier and overall fuller than any of the other excellent Januik reds. Still young and tight, this promises to blossom over time with floral, earth, barrel and spice highlights.",Reserve Red,65,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2008 Reserve Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2008-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Januik 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Don't even think about opening this brut for at least six years and probably far longer. Made from 85% Chardonnay and 15% Pinot Noir, it's rich and full-bodied, with elaborately ripe flavors of tangerines, raspberries, roasted almonds and coconut, brioche, honey and vanilla. Good as it is, it simply needs time for everything to transmute into magic.",J. Schram,100,96,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schramsberg 2004 J. Schram Sparkling (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-2004-j-schram-sparkling-north-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Schramsberg 14.8,Red,US,"It's hard to exaggerate the purity of this wine, which is 100% Cabernet. It startles for the intensity of mountain blackberries and raspberries, and then a firm minerality kicks in, along with the tannins, providing grounding structure. The finish lasts for a full minute. Winemaker Luc Morlet has really hit the jackpot with this dry, spectacularly complex young wine, which will develop for at least a decade.",Estate,125,96,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Vineyard 7&8 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-7-8-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Vineyard 7&8 14.4,Red,US,"A stunningly beautiful Cabernet, made from the estate vineyard of all five classic Bordeaux varieties. Softly tannic and dry, it shows lush flavors of green olives, black cherries, anise and smoky oak that swirl into a long, impressive finish. Drinkable now for sheer beauty, it will develop over the next decade.",Rutherford Bench Reserve,65,96,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sequoia Grove 2007 Rutherford Bench Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2007-rutherford-bench-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sequoia Grove 14.3,Red,US,"Superb sculpture and definition in this compact and lightly funky evocation of pure Cabernet Sauvignon. The deep, dense, super ripe berry flavors are framed within a bouquet of dried herbs, pepper, mineral, astringent tannins, and a crisp mix of earth, wood and plant flavors. Superb length and ageability.",Widowmaker,70,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2008 Widowmaker Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2008-widowmaker-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Cayuse 14.6,Red,US,"A huge wine, fat with the characteristic Cayuse funk, and accented with plenty of meaty asphalt. Potent and powerful, bursting with berries and plums, scented with the aromas of earth and sweet (not dried) herb, chicken stock and flavors that run through the same exotic range. Round and full, forward and balanced, drinking well and maybe just a bit rounder than its brethren.",En Chamberlin Vineyard,70,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2008 En Chamberlin Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2008-en-chamberlin-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Cayuse 14.5,Red,US,"The question concerning this wine isn't whether or not it's very good—it is. Instead, it's about ageability. Made from 100% Cabernet grown in two very different places, Pritchard Hill and Coombsville, it's dry and refined. Floods the mouth with blackberry, blueberry, cassis, dark chocolate, spice and new oak flavors whose richness is tempered by a firm minerality. Really fabulous in all respects, but so delicious now, it makes you wonder why you should even risk more than six years in the cellar.",Cor Leonis,175,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Moone-Tsai 2008 Cor Leonis Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moone-tsai-2008-cor-leonis-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Moone-Tsai 14.5,Red,Australia,"A throwback to the monster Shiraz style of old, with loads of toasty, vanilla-laden oak, meaty nuances and driving, intense boysenberry fruit, the 2004 Grange should prove tremendously long-lived. Its massive concentration and firm tannins suggest cellaring through 2020, after which it should drink well for at least another decade or two.",Grange,500,96,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2004 Grange Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2004-grange-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2004,Penfolds 14.9,Red,US,"A tremendous wine that shows how Merryvale is absolutely at the top of its game. Impeccable in structure, with refined tannins that are soft and firm at the same time, and a fine cut of acidity. Entirely dry, the Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend is awesome in blackberry, cherry, cassis and oak flavors, with complexities of anise, soy sauce, grilled meats and minerals. Beyond the particulars, it just feels dramatic and rich in the mouth. A great wine that should develop in the bottle over the next decade.",Profile,165,97,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2008 Profile Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2008-profile-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Merryvale 14.1,Red,US,"This is the only Cayuse Syrah that is co-fermented (with 8% Viognier), which adds nuances of white flower and floral, though the citrus rind scents override them. In the nose it's hugely expressive, though still quite tight and compact in the mouth; it must be decanted. It's a three ring circus of a wine, with things moving and shaking in all directions. Mineral, berry, mountain complexity, nuanced herb and earth and citrus, all in proportion, and all flowing in the mouth.",Cailloux Vineyard,70,97,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2008 Cailloux Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2008-cailloux-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Cayuse 14.2,Red,US,"Right out of the chute, the garrigue and wild herb flavors are amazing. This is Northern Rhône in a glass, but with New World power behind the fruit. Bright and pungent, a mix of herb and tart berry and rock. Still youthful, and already packed with nuance and flavor. There has never been a Cayuse vintage that needed to be cellared more than these 2008s; this is a 20-year wine.",Armada Vineyard,75,97,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2008 Armada Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2008-armada-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Cayuse 14.1,Red,US,"A subtle, complex, utterly distinctive mix of flavors, with opening streaks of butter cookie, then mushroom broth, tightly wound berry fruit, earthy coffee grounds and even darker streaks of espresso and smoke and licorice. It is deeply layered with flavors that just keep piling on. Amazing wine.",En Cerise Vineyard,70,98,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2008 En Cerise Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2008-en-cerise-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Cayuse 14.2,Red,US,"As good as the winery's other 2008s are, this wine raises the stakes. It's bone dry, deeply tannic and marked by classic varietal flavors of blackberries, cassis and dark chocolate, with sweet, smoky oak. Almost a food group in itself for its complexity, it's dazzling now for its sheer luxurious deliciousness, yet is guaranteed to develop over at least the next 10 years.",Reserve,125,98,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2008 Reserve Red (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2008-reserve-red-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Von Strasser 14.4,Red,US,"Initially a rather subdued Frog; as if it has been tamed down. Then, suddenly, There's a plush core of blackberry fruit, and the classic Cayuse funkiness is there, drenched in liquid rocks and cured meat and drying tannins. It's all in proportion and a fine reflection of the steely vintage. As it opens gracefully you discover that it is a stunningly refined Frog, quite possibly the best ever; powerful and distinctive, but also elegant, feminine.",Bionic Frog,80,100,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2008 Bionic Frog Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2008-bionic-frog-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Cayuse 13.9,White,US,"A cat-pee, grassy Sauvignon Blanc that's a little long in the tooth.",Blanche's Vineyard,13,80,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Cedar Mountain 2008 Blanche's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedar-mountain-2008-blanches-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Cedar Mountain 12.5,Red,US,Barely drinkable. It's gluey and sweet in stewed cherries.,Coastal Series,9,80,California,California Other,California,Jenica Peak 2010 Coastal Series Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jenica-peak-2010-coastal-series-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Jenica Peak 12,Red,France,"Earthy and rustic, this Pinot Noir is lightweight, with a hint of red cherry. There is an unpleasant bitter aftertaste.",,20,80,Alsace,Alsace,,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 2009 Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-pfaffenheim-2009-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,2009,La Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim 13.5,White,Chile,Less adequate than in the past. The wine lacks aromatic zest and pungency before showing tart apple and ultimately vegetal flavors. Canned pea notes are prevalent.,120,8,80,Central Valley,,,Santa Rita 2010 120 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2010-120-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Santa Rita 13.5,Red,Chile,"Smells distinctly like juniper, hot brush and stemmy black fruit. The palate feels tough and stemmy, and the flavors are bitter and weedy. Just doesn't seem ripe. Weak for Chile's de facto Malbec leader.",Estate Collection,9,81,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2010 Estate Collection Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2010-estate-collection-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2010,Viu Manent 15.7,Red,US,"A simple country wine, soft in texture and sugary sweet, with unripe vegetal and jam flavors. Hard to like, but drinkable.",Estate Grown,28,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearthstone 2008 Estate Grown Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearthstone-2008-estate-grown-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,2008,Hearthstone 13,Red,US,"Vegetal and dull, with asparagus and raspberry flavors.",,9,81,California,California Other,California,Hilltown 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hilltown-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Hilltown 14.5,Rose,US,"This 100% Sangiovese leaves a lot to be desired. It's vegetal, with sweet and sour raspberry and vanilla flavors.",Rosato,15,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Toccata 2009 Rosato Rosé (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toccata-2009-rosato-rose-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rosé,2009,Toccata 14.5,Red,Chile,"Heavy and globular on the nose, then mulchy, salinic and disjointed for the rest of the ride. Awkward and lemony feeling, with herbal berry flavors, tartness and just not much Pinot pizzazz. A jumbled wine that does not shine.",Edición Limitada,22,81,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2008 Edición Limitada Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2008-edicion-limitada-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Morandé 12.5,Dessert,US,"Sweet and simple, this soft wine has sugary berry and cola flavors.",Sweet Red Coastal Series,16,81,California,California Other,California,Arrow Creek 2010 Sweet Red Coastal Series Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrow-creek-2010-sweet-red-coastal-series-other/,Red Blend,2010,Arrow Creek 13.5,White,US,"Nasty in ammonia and bell pepper aromas and flavors. Hardly any fruit at all, maybe a touch of acidic grapefruits and lemons. Yet it's dry and drinkable.",,12,81,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Esser 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esser-2010-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Esser 13.5,White,Chile,"Nutty and sweaty smelling. There's life and acidity to the palate, but the flavors of pickled fruits turn bitter and seem less than clean. Doesn't start that well and never improves.",Reserva,12,81,Casablanca Valley,,,TerraNoble 2010 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2010-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,TerraNoble 13.5,White,US,"Sweet, soft and vegetal, with asparagus and pineapple jam flavors.",Vintage,9,81,California,California Other,California,Kenwood 2010 Vintage White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2010-vintage-white-other/,White Blend,2010,Kenwood 12.5,Red,US,"Tastes sweet, sour and soft, with thin berry and oak flavors.",,11,81,California,California Other,California,Snapping Turtle 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snapping-turtle-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Snapping Turtle 12.5,Red,US,"Pretty hard to like. It's harsh in acidity, with watered-down raspberry jam flavors that finish sweet.",Coastal Series,9,81,California,California Other,California,Jenica Peak 2010 Coastal Series Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jenica-peak-2010-coastal-series-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,Jenica Peak 12.5,White,Chile,"Not all that clean or clear up front, with aromas of sweated onion and field greens. The palate is fairly sharp and tangy, with pickled flavors of sour apple and lemon. Citrusy on the finish.",Albamar,11,82,Casablanca Valley,,,William Cole 2010 Albamar Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-cole-2010-albamar-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,William Cole 15.1,Red,US,This old-vine Zin tastes of tar and overripe fruit and is blandly sweet.,Artistica,16,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sharabella Wines 2009 Artistica Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sharabella-wines-2009-artistica-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2009,Sharabella Wines 14.9,Red,US,"A big bottle of uber-sweet strawberry pie and blackberries right before they get mushy. The aromas are not terribly inviting from the outset. Fairly neutral in taste, then veers sweet.",Proprietor's Reserve Old Vine,10,82,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2009 Proprietor's Reserve Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2009-proprietors-reserve-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2009,Glen Ellen 9,Rose,US,"With only 9% alcohol, this white Zin has some residual sugar, which makes it off-dry. It's thin in raspberry fruit.",White,7,82,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV White Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-white-zinfandel-california-137052/,Zinfandel,,Barefoot 13.5,Red,Chile,"Herbal and leathery smelling, with a grassy quality to the bouquet. Feels choppy and tannic, with jumbled, stewy flavors that turn more herbal and hot on the finish. Entirely underwhelming.",Single Vineyard,13,82,Peumo,,,Anakena 2009 Single Vineyard Carmenère (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakena-2009-single-vineyard-carmenere-peumo/,Carmenère,2009,Anakena 14.4,Red,US,"The texture is wrong on this five-year-old wine. It's all jagged tannins and sharp acidity, while the blackberry fruit contains suggestions of overripe prunes. Drink up.",Vallerga Vineyard,55,82,California,Napa,Yountville,Hopper Creek 2006 Vallerga Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopper-creek-2006-vallerga-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hopper Creek 13,Red,US,"Rustic and thin, showing green mint and stemmy flavors. Even at this price, it's no bargain.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2010 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 14.8,White,US,"A Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon blend made in the white Bordeaux style, with lots of oak. Too much oak, in fact. The wine is dominated by smoky char and caramel, and tastes sweet in butterscotch.",Purety,25,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pure Cru 2009 Purety White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pure-cru-2009-purety-white-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Pure Cru 13.8,White,US,"Pretty simple. If this is the Reserve, you don't want the regular. It's a thin little Chardonnay, with watery flavors.",Reserve,8,82,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2010 Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2010-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Oak Grove 12.5,Dessert,US,"Like the label says, it's sweet as a dessert pastry. It's also simple, with thin flavors of sugared oranges and vanilla.",Coastal Series Sweet,16,82,California,California Other,California,Arrow Creek 2010 Coastal Series Sweet White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrow-creek-2010-coastal-series-sweet-white-other/,White Blend,2010,Arrow Creek 12.5,White,US,"A little sweet in citrus and apricot flavors, and soft, too, with a watery finish. Not a very complicated wine, but okay for parties and such.",Coastal Series,9,82,California,California Other,California,Jenica Peak 2010 Coastal Series Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jenica-peak-2010-coastal-series-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Jenica Peak 15,Red,US,"A pruny, overripe Merlot that feels harsh and bitter in tannins. Not offering much.",Estate,35,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hopper Creek 2007 Estate Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopper-creek-2007-estate-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Hopper Creek 16.5,Red,US,"A harsh wine, soft in texture and simple, with sweet raspberry jam and chocolate flavors that taste oddly acidic.",Reserve,37,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearthstone 2008 Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearthstone-2008-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Hearthstone 12,Red,Italy,"This Valpolicella blend leaves a lot to be desired. It's vegetal, with sweet and sour raspberry and vanilla flavors.",,18,82,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Rubinelli Vajol 2010 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubinelli-vajol-2010-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,Rubinelli Vajol 13.2,Red,US,"Dusty, chalky and thin, with little fruit.",,26,82,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Reustle 2008 Tempranillo (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reustle-2008-tempranillo-southern-umpqua-valley/,Tempranillo,2008,Reustle 12.5,White,Chile,"Salinic and simple on the bouquet. The palate is narrow and citric, with lean, sour tangerine, lemon and lettuce-like flavors. Tangy and lemony on the finish as well.",,10,82,Curicó Valley,,,Terrapura 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrapura-2010-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Terrapura 12,Sparkling,France,"A soft, rather soapy-textured wine, without much focus. It's attractive in a gentle way, missing the bite.",Brut,,82,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Domaine Specht NV Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-specht-nv-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Specht 13,White,US,"Some unripe flavors mar this wine, giving it a hard, green taste of ammonia. If you can get past that, it's dry and crisp in acidity.",,17,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Franciscan 12,Sparkling,France,"Soft raspberry juice with bubbles. It is a sweetened rosé, with only a hint of texture or acidity. For lovers of white Zinfandel.",Rosé Brut,45,82,Champagne,Champagne,,Ernest Rapeneau NV Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernest-rapeneau-nv-rose-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Ernest Rapeneau 14.2,Red,US,"A disagreeable wine, unripe and vegetal, with just a trace of blackberries. Sweet toasty oak adds a little richness.",,48,82,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 2008 Merlot (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/materra-2008-merlot-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Merlot,2008,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 14.6,Red,US,"Thin, tannic and earthy, with an odd plastic, Band-aid flavor in the finish.",Reserve,38,82,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Reustle 2009 Reserve Tempranillo (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reustle-2009-reserve-tempranillo-southern-umpqua-valley/,Tempranillo,2009,Reustle 13.6,Red,US,"Not a successful wine. It's unripe, with asparagus aromas and flavors dominating the cherries.",Sangiacomo Vineyards,38,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bonneau 2008 Sangiacomo Vineyards Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonneau-2008-sangiacomo-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bonneau 13.5,White,US,"Chardonnay in name only. It's a simple, watery wine, with sweet apricot, tangerine and faux oak flavors.",,12,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Esser 2009 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esser-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2009,Esser 12.5,Rose,US,"Made from this smallish appellation in inland Monterey, and you can taste the cool climate in the less than ripe flavors. They suggest asparagus and mint.",Rosé of,22,82,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Holman Ranch 2010 Rosé of Pinot Noir (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holman-ranch-2010-rose-pinot-noir-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Holman Ranch 13.5,White,Chile,"Smells strange, with aromas that are hard to identify or label. The palate is tangy, with pickled, resiny flavors and a dead-end finish. Suggestive of sauerkraut; not very good Chardonnay.",Classic Series,12,82,Curicó Valley,,,Montes 2010 Classic Series Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2010-classic-series-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Montes 13.9,White,US,"A simple, sugary sweet wine, with orange, apricot and caramel flavors. Gets the Chardonnay job done.",,15,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Olema 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olema-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Olema 14,Red,Chile,"Sharp and almost vinegar-like on the nose, with a strong blast of field greens and nettle. The palate is broad and edgy, with sour plum, tarragon and juniper flavors. Very green, herbal and funky. Not one of this label's better wines.",Armador,12,82,Maipo Valley,,,Odfjell 2010 Armador Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2010-armador-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2010,Odfjell 13.6,Red,US,"Sweet-sour and soft, like a cough medicine, this Malbec has nothing to do with the real Argentinian stuff.",Reserve,14,82,California,California Other,California,Red Rock 2009 Reserve Malbec (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-rock-2009-reserve-malbec-other/,Malbec,2009,Red Rock 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and dull, with unripe vegetal notes alongside the sweet cola and blackberries.",Family,19,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sausal 2008 Family Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-2008-family-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Sausal ,Red,Chile,"Grassy aromas send you toward a lean and gappy-feeling palate with rudimentary cherry and plum flavors blended with medicinal, green undertones. Turns more green on the finish.",Unfiltered,16,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Lomas del Valle 2010 Unfiltered Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lomas-valle-2010-unfiltered-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2010,Lomas del Valle 15.1,Red,US,"A simple, country style red wine, soft and sweet, with sugary berry and spice flavors.",Hearts Coming Together,14,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Salvatore Principe 2009 Hearts Coming Together Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvatore-principe-2009-hearts-coming-together-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2009,Salvatore Principe 14.1,Red,US,"A grapey wine, thin and watery, with just a hint of raspberry soda pop and coffee grounds.",,26,82,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Reustle 2009 Grenache (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reustle-2009-grenache-southern-umpqua-valley/,Grenache,2009,Reustle 14.3,White,US,"A watery, dull wine, with barely a suggestion of citrus and tropical fruit.",,24,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,R2 2010 Grenache Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r2-2010-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache Blanc,2010,R2 14.9,Red,US,"High alcohol gives this wine a hot, glyceriney sweetness, and the blackberry fruit flavors veer into Porty raisins. Anyway you slice it, it's overripe.",,33,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sextant 2007 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sextant-2007-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Sextant 15.1,Red,US,"Disappointing for a Napa Cabernet, especially at this price. It's sweet and hot in high alcohol.",Three Coins Betsy's Vineyard,30,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lawer 2008 Three Coins Betsy's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawer-2008-three-coins-betsys-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Lawer 13.5,Red,US,"A tough, tannic wine, bitter and dry, with thin berry and tobacco flavors.",Dillon Springs Road,20,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2010 Dillon Springs Road Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2010-dillon-springs-road-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2010,Parkers Estate 13.5,Red,US,"Stewed plums and black cherry preserve notes dusted with hints of chocolate and smoke are enjoyable, but there's a vein of leafy green and a touch of sourness that distracts from this wine's otherwise ample ripeness.",Diavolo,37,82,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2007 Diavolo Red (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2007-diavolo-red-new-mexico/,Red Blend,2007,Vivác Winery 13.5,White,US,"Soft, overoaked and clumsy, with sweet vanilla, caramel and buttered toast dominating.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2010 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 13.5,Red,US,"Nice velvety texture and some blackberry and leather flavors in this boxed wine, the equivalent of four regular bottles. It's marred by unripe, vegetal smells and tastes.",,25,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Black Box 2009 Shiraz (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-box-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-coast/,Shiraz,2009,Black Box 13.5,Red,Chile,"Citrusy aromas are suggestive of a tart, light-framed wine. And that's more or less what you get; it's light in the mouth, with mildly herbal raspberry and tea flavors. Short and basic on the finish.",Queulat Gran Reserva,,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Ventisquero 2009 Queulat Gran Reserva Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2009-queulat-gran-reserva-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Ventisquero 12,Red,Italy,"There's a subtle touch of matchstick here backed by more characteristic aromas of dried almond, rose petal, spice and black berry fruit. The wine is thin and lean on the close.",,9,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Vaona 2009 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaona-2009-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,Vaona 15.4,Red,US,"High in alcohol, this is a hot, sweet Zinfandel, with simple, Porty flavors of raspberries, cherries and chocolate. If this is your style, enjoy.",Holystone,28,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sextant 2008 Holystone Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sextant-2008-holystone-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Sextant 15.8,White,US,"Either something got away from the winemaker or this wine simply missed the mark. But a dry Pinot Gris closing in on 16% alcohol is a difficult wine to enjoy. It's hot, bitter, overripe and surprisingly flat; all the life has been burned out of it.",,16,83,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Seven of Hearts 2010 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hearts-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2010,Seven of Hearts 14,Red,Chile,"Scratchy, rubbery plum and berry aromas set up an equally scratchy palate that's abrasive in feel and tastes of medicinal berry fruit mixed with raw oak. Hot and peppery on the finish.",Pionero,8,83,Rapel Valley,,,Morandé 2010 Pionero Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2010-pionero-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2010,Morandé 13.2,White,US,"They call it dry, but it's not really. Tastes as sweet as orange and root beer soda. Drink now.",Wilson Ranch Dry,12,83,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Dry Creek Vineyard 2010 Wilson Ranch Dry Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2010-wilson-ranch-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Dry Creek Vineyard 13.5,Red,US,"Soft, sweet and simple, with berry, cherry and mint flavors. Not much going on, even at this price.",,12,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Esser 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esser-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Esser 12.5,Red,US,"Sharp in acidity, with ripe flavors of raspberries, cola and red licorice. The issue is the mouthfeel, which is harsh and prickly, lacking Merlot's silkiness.",Coastal Series,18,83,California,California Other,California,Arrow Creek 2010 Coastal Series Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrow-creek-2010-coastal-series-merlot-other/,Merlot,2010,Arrow Creek 14,Red,US,"A pretty nose promises more than the wine delivers. In the mouth it seems on the edge of underripe, the body rather thin and the fruit flavors watery.",Latitude 45,30,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Left Coast Cellars 2008 Latitude 45 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/left-coast-cellars-2008-latitude-45-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Left Coast Cellars 13.5,Red,Chile,"Pickled berry and vinegar aromas send the wine toward an acidic palate with cherry, plum and herbal flavors. Tart, simple, a little toasty and herbal. Run of the mill, with price as the main attribute.",Estate Bottled,7,83,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2010 Estate Bottled Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2010-estate-bottled-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2010,La Playa 14.5,Red,Italy,There's a slightly awkward green plankton-like aroma here that recalls dried herb or liquid smoke. The finish is accented by sour cherry and medicinal herb.,Zovo,24,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Zanoni 2007 Zovo (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zanoni-2007-zovo-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Zanoni 13.5,Red,US,"Dark on the nose and palate with a swathe of black coffee and tobacco leaf layered over notes of cooked, ripe sour cherries and plums, this unusual red blend is certainly soft and yielding in structure, but ends on a pleasant mocha chocolate finish.",Divino,33,83,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2007 Divino Red (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2007-divino-red-new-mexico/,Red Blend,2007,Vivác Winery 13,White,US,"Despite its youth, this is a deep gold, almost to the point of being tawny, brown. Oxidized certainly, though not undrinkable if you jump on it quickly. Dry and dusty with hints of pear fruit.",,12,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2009 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Château Bianca 14.2,Red,US,"Simple and soft, with jammy berry-cherry flavors and lots of oak. Finishes sweet. Easy to drink, but that's about all.",,65,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/materra-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Materra Cunat Family Vineyards 13.8,White,US,"Easy to serve this wine at a big party. It's tropical-fruity and clean, with some sweetness, and is zesty in acidity.",Reserve,8,83,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2010 Reserve Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2010-reserve-viognier-other/,Viognier,2010,Oak Grove 13.2,White,US,"For this everyday price you get a thin, drily acceptable wine, with lots of acidity brightening lemon and lime flavors.",Reserve,8,83,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2010 Reserve Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2010-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Oak Grove 12.5,Red,Italy,"This is a unique wine with aromas that would be a challenge to find in any other Valpolicella blend. The bouquet is reminiscent of pulled pork, barbecue smoke and soy sauce.",,18,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Antolini 2009 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antolini-2009-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,Antolini 14,Red,Italy,"Vivid aromas that recall pungent apple skin open the nose of this compact Valpolicella blend. You'll also get aromas of cranberry, bitter almond and dried cassis.",,28,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Rubinelli Vajol 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubinelli-vajol-2008-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Rubinelli Vajol 13.6,Red,US,"An everyday Merlot, with a dark color, firm tannins and flavors of blackberries, raisins and oak. Finishes a little bitter and sweet.",Reserve,14,83,California,California Other,California,Red Rock 2009 Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-rock-2009-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Red Rock 13.8,Red,US,"Oaky and smoky, the cedar in Cedar Mountain standing out, this wine is unfortunately thick and uninviting, its 13.8% alcohol level packing more of a punch than the numbers might say.",Reserve,33,81,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Cedar Mountain 2008 Reserve Syrah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedar-mountain-2008-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Syrah,2008,Cedar Mountain 14.1,Red,Chile,"Bell pepper, green tobacco and olive aromas blend with generic berry fruit scents. Grabby in the mouth, with sweet, green, somewhat sloppy flavors. Basic on the finish, with sweetness and lingering herbal notes.",First Edition,16,83,Cachapoal Valley,,,Valle Secreto 2009 First Edition Carmenère (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-secreto-2009-first-edition-carmenere-cachapoal-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Valle Secreto 14,Red,Chile,"Peppery and a touch green, with mint and snappy red plum aromas. The palate is tight and punchy, with minty, toasty berry fruit and bitter chocolate flavors. Grabby and acidic on the finish.",,10,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Terrapura 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrapura-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Terrapura 14,Red,Chile,"Smells grassy and leathery, with briary tobacco in the background. The palate feels hard and clacky, with green notes infiltrating berry and prune flavors. Flat on the finish, with a note of coffee, more green touches and some heat.",Reserva,12,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2010 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2010-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Santa Carolina 11.5,White,Australia,"Brokenwood's three current-release Semillons, this one gets the nod as the most complete. It's light to medium in weight, but oh so long and precise on the finish, and intense yet seemingly transparent, like spider's silk, with fleeting glimpses of wet stones and moss. Try between 2015 and 2025.",Oakey Creek,32,92,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Brokenwood 2007 Oakey Creek Semillon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brokenwood-2007-oakey-creek-semillon-semillon-hunter-valley/,Sémillon,2007,Brokenwood 14.5,Red,Australia,"Bin 707 always stands out for its massive initial hit of American oak, but this wine has the fruit-driven power to stand up to its barrel regime. Perhaps because of the warm vintage, the wine is full-bodied but rather open-knit on the palate, marrying cedar and vanilla with cassis. Anticipated maturity: 2015–2025.",Bin 707,150,92,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2008 Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2008-bin-707-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Penfolds 15.5,Red,Australia,"For all of this wine's warmth, it's not overly weighty, instead delivering raspberry jam flavors tinged with cracked pepper and slightly herbal or floral notes. No sharp edges, no drying tannins, just a mouthful of pleasure, ending with hints of espresso and dark chocolate. Drink now–2016.",RunRig,220,92,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Torbreck 2006 RunRig Shiraz-Viognier (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torbreck-2006-runrig-shiraz-syrah-viognier-barossa-valley/,Shiraz-Viognier,2006,Torbreck 14,Red,Spain,"Attractive berry and plum aromas come with dry spice, light toast and a hint of char and minerality. Lively and pure in the mouth, with good acidity pushing cassis, raspberry, light herb and spice flavors. Fresh and becoming more toasty on the finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc and Merlot that'll be best from 2014 through 2020.",Zemis,145,92,Catalonia,Penedès,,Jean León 2007 Zemis Red (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-leon-2007-zemis-red-penedes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Jean León 14,Red,Portugal,"A perfumed, new-wood dominated wine, with mint and toast flavors. It has elegance with layers of black berry fruits. At this stage, the wood is dominant, and the wine would benefit from 2–3 years aging.",Quinta dos Quatro Ventos,24,91,Douro,,,Caves Aliança 2008 Quinta dos Quatro Ventos Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2008-quinta-quatro-ventos-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Caves Aliança 14.3,Red,US,"Sangiovese lovers will love this wine, so superbly made by Noceto, whose focus on this oft-maligned variety has proven that persistence can pay off. The wine has brightness and depth, notes of red plum, cranberry and spice, solid structure all around and length for days. It just gets better and better in the glass and at $24 is a fair price for a food-friendly wine with depth.",Riserva,24,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Noceto 2007 Riserva Sangiovese (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noceto-2007-riserva-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sangiovese,2007,Noceto 13,White,Portugal,"Full and rounded wine, with touches of toast, pineapple, melon and peach. It's a fine expression of Alvarinho, keeping the essential fresh structure of the grape while also giving extra weight and richness.",Grand'Arte,11,91,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 Grand'Arte Alvarinho (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-grandarte-albarino-alvarinho-lisboa/,Alvarinho,2010,DFJ Vinhos 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Huge as a grizzly bear, with grilled meat, dried herbs and oregano on the nose. The palate is really big, with astringent tannins and large flavors of toast, blackberry, spice and caramel. Finishes sweet, with burnt brown sugar and drying tannins. A four-grape wine led by Cabernet Sauvignon.",Benegas Lynch,45,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Benegas 2006 Benegas Lynch Meritage (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benegas-2006-lynch-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-mendoza/,Meritage,2006,Benegas ,Red,US,"Bright and spicy, this offers a plump mix of cherry, plum and cassis fruit, with loads of chocolaty barrel flavors wrapped all around. There is enough acidity to support the fruit and oak, and provide the structure for medium-term aging.",,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Sinclair Estate Vineyards 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinclair-estate-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Sinclair Estate Vineyards 14,Red,South Africa,"There's a prominent herbal streak to the nose of this wine, but it's not jarring thanks to the support of rich black cherry and black currant fruit core. The savory herbs, menthol and licorice herbaceousness continue through to the palate, where again it's matched by equally intense dark fruit flavors and a mouthwatering finish. Silky wood-spice accents the long finish. Drink now–2014.",,41,91,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Thelema 15,Red,South Africa,"With only 20 cases imported, this will be a tough find but it's certainly well worth the hunt. This high-end Pinotage is lush and creamy, the oak-driven notes of dark chocolate and smoky cigar spice fusing seamlessly with the damson plum and dark berry preserve fruit center. Though dense and powerful, the long finish is surprisingly vibrant and spicy all at once.",Reserve,75,91,Tulbagh,,,Rijk's 2007 Reserve Pinotage (Tulbagh),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rijks-2007-reserve-pinotage-tulbagh/,Pinotage,2007,Rijk's 12.4,White,US,"Another fine vintage for Trust Riesling, with a pretty, lilting cadence that weaves the sweet/tart fruits into scents of melon, citrus and orange peel. Flavors follow, with a strong impression of English breakfast tea.",,16,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Trust 2010 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trust-2010-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Trust 16,Red,Australia,"Full-bodied and creamy-textured, this is a big (16% abv) yet beautiful example of McLaren Vale Shiraz, with ample toast and vanilla from oak maturation balanced by bold raspberry fruit and plenty of meaty, savory complexity. The long, supple finish suggests a drinking window from now through 2016.",,67,91,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Shirvington 2008 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shirvington-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2008,Shirvington 14.1,Red,US,"Deliciously dry and complex, offering waves of fruit and spices. Raspberry, cherry, red currant, red licorice, cola, cinnamon, clove and anise spice flavors are brightened with brisk acids. May not be an ager, but terrific now with ahi tuna, lamb chops, steak.",Morelli Lane,45,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lost Canyon 2009 Morelli Lane Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-canyon-2009-morelli-lane-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lost Canyon 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Big, woody and pure, with attractive plum and berry aromas that bring earth and toast. The mouth is alert and features textured tannins, while the flavor profile is a bit rooty and sweet, with roasted black fruit and spice. Grabby, warm and stout on the finish.",Lunta,20,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mendel 2009 Lunta Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendel-2009-lunta-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Mendel 14.7,Red,US,"A delicious bottle, focused and deep, with plush cherry/berry fruit. It's crisply defined and nicely balanced, framing its substantial alcohol with just a hint of barrel toast (only about one sixth was aged in new oak).",,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2009 Grenache (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2009-grenache-columbia-valley-wa/,Grenache,2009,Dusted Valley 14.5,Red,US,"Another very good Cabernet from Fuse, at a great price, following the 2007. Blended with Syrah and Merlot, it's rich and soft in blackberries and cassis, with a peppered, smoked meat note that must come from the Syrah.",,22,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fuse 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fuse-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Fuse 14,White,South Africa,"Delicious and decadent while simultaneoulsy restrained and balanced, this is a gorgeous Chenin that offers a little bit of everything: ripe fruit, floral character and sweet spice. Fresh nectarine, rich fig and softly honeyed melon fill the nose and medium-weight mouth. There's a clean, acidic lift to the finish that transitions into notes of orange blossom and ginger root.",,30,91,Stellenbosch,,,DeMorgenzon 2009 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demorgenzon-2009-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2009,DeMorgenzon 14.5,Red,Australia,"Full bodied and impressively extracted, this is a big, meaty Shiraz, hinting at bacon and earth alongside dark chocolate, cola and plummy fruit. Finishes long, with dusty tannins framing espresso and black olive flavors. Drink now–2020.",The Autograph,46,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Charles Cimicky 2006 The Autograph Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-cimicky-2006-autograph-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Charles Cimicky 14.8,Red,South Africa,"Deep and intense, the bouquet is like a bowl of black cherries muddled with a mocha latte and drizzled with raspberry sauce. Accents of sweet cigar tobacco and purple florals add herbal complexity to the ripe fruit core, while moderate acidity and fine tannins texturize the lush mouthfeel. Drink now–2013.",,24,91,Cederberg,,,Cederberg 2008 Shiraz (Cederberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cederberg-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-cederberg/,Shiraz,2008,Cederberg 14.9,Red,US,"). Has a Red Willow Cab ever shown this much dense cassis and black cherry fruit, with such high alcohol, massive, chewy tannins and a very long finish? It's almost over the top, but then there are the lovely fruits—a riot of berries and cassis—along with toast and iron, hints of earth and olive.",Red Willow Vineyard,48,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Adams Bench 2007 Red Willow Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adams-bench-2007-red-willow-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Adams Bench 14,White,Portugal,"The estate vineyard of Bacalhôa has produced this rich, smooth-textured wine. It has been wood aged, giving a balanced feel on the palate. The wine is dense, full of rich fruits as well as spice and a rounded texture. Age for 2–3 years, or drink now.",Quinta da Bacalhôa Branco,30,91,Setubal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2009 Quinta da Bacalhôa Branco White (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2009-quinta-branco-white-setubal/,Portuguese White,2009,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 11.5,White,Portugal,"A blend of Alvarinho and Loureiro, this is rich as well as crisp wine. It has a rich texture, with lemon, pear and lychee combining to give the acidity as well as the perfumed fruitiness. It feels full, while still dancing on the palate.",Follies Janela Manuelina,12,91,Minho,,,Aveleda 2010 Follies Janela Manuelina White (Minho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2010-follies-janela-manuelina-white-minho/,Portuguese White,2010,Aveleda 13,Red,Portugal,"Alvaro Castro's wines are firmly rooted in the granite soils of the Dão. This powerful and concentrated wine, with its damson and smoky flavors, dark tannins and wood spice, is a great expression of the region's minerality. Age for four years.",,20,91,Dão,,,Alvaro Castro 2008 Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alvaro-castro-2008-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Alvaro Castro 14.5,Red,US,"A Cabernet-dominated, Bordeaux-style blend, this peppery red has a complex mix of earth and spice scents around tart red fruit. Notes of toast and cinnamon, sharp acidity, and tannins with residual green tea flavors keep the finish interesting.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2008 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2008-pepper-bridge-vineyard-apogee-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,L'Ecole No. 41 14.5,Red,Australia,"Can a Barossa Cabernet be said to be understated? Especially considering the warm vintage, this wine is wonderfully elegant and restrained, revealing hints of mint, cassis and oak. It's full bodied and dense, yet remains fresh, with a long finish that artfully balances firmness and softness, crispness and weight. Drink now–2020.",Jackaman's,50,91,South Australia,Barossa,,Langmeil 2008 Jackaman's Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langmeil-2008-jackamans-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Langmeil 14.2,Red,Australia,"A lush blend of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon and 38% Shiraz, this is full bodied and a bit jammy at this stage, full of primary blueberry and blackberry fruit framed with cedary oak. The potent finish lingers, suggesting the potential to cellar through 2020 if you have the patience to wait for a more complex, integrated wine. If not, just pop and pour for the upfront fruit.",FDR1A,40,91,South Australia,Barossa,,Yalumba 2008 FDR1A Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2008-fdr1a-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-barossa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2008,Yalumba 14.5,White,US,"A fancy Chardonnay, whose 50% new French oak gives a delicious layer of buttered toast and vanilla, but is in keeping with the volume of the underlying wine. Made from grapes grown in some of the best vineyards in eastern Carneros, it's rich in pineapple, lemon, lime and green apples, with a honeyed finish.",,35,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Merryvale 2009 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Merryvale 14.4,Red,US,"This isn't a big Pinot Noir. It's not dark or heavy or soft. This cool part of the Russian River doesn't yield such wines. It's light in tannins and silky in the mouth, the essence of Pinot Noir. Official alcohol is 14.4%, which seems about right. For all that, it's very rich in cherry pie filling, cola, sweet tobacco, spice and sandalwood flavors, and should develop over the next 3–5 years.",Saralee's Vineyard,45,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lost Canyon 2009 Saralee's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-canyon-2009-saralees-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lost Canyon 15,Red,South Africa,"There's a serious herbal edge to this wine, with notes of bergamot tea leaves and menthol shining through the black raspberry and plum core. But it's all balanced and delicious, with the rich fruit never failing to support it all, especially as the peppery spice comes into play in the mouth and the cocoa-like tannins linger on the finish.",,30,91,Stellenbosch,,,Rudi Schultz 2008 Syrah (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudi-schultz-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-stellenbosch/,Syrah,2008,Rudi Schultz 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Powerful, concentrated wine, with still-young tannins. The blackberry fruits are ripe, although with an austere edge that comes from the vintage. The wine, however, has enough richness and structure to carry it forward for many years.",Aneto Grande Reserva,,91,Douro,,,Sobredos 2008 Aneto Grande Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobredos-2008-aneto-grande-reserva-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Sobredos 14,Red,Portugal,"A rounded, powerful wine, propelled by black fruits as much as tannin. It has big berry flavors, along with a dense structure, and a firm texture. The wine will age well.",Guarda Rios Tinto,15,91,Tejo,,,Vale d'Algares 2008 Guarda Rios Tinto Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vale-dalgares-2008-guarda-rios-tinto-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2008,Vale d'Algares 14,Red,Argentina,"A winning Malbec for under $20. The nose is pure and hits with a blast of licorice, tobacco, cola, blackberry and dry balsam wood. The palate is driving, with blackberry, black plum and pepper flavors. Potent but balanced on the way out. Drink now and over the next couple of years.",Old Vine,19,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Martino 2009 Old Vine Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martino-2009-old-vine-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Martino 14.4,Red,US,"Mike Januik calls 2008 the most perfect harvest weather in his 25 years working in the Columbia Valley. This sleek and beautifully proportioned wine has deep black cherry fruit, with smoky espresso flavors and moderately thick tannins. Substantial yet with appealing purity, it's a perfect steak wine and also one to stick in the cellar for a decade or so.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Januik 14.7,Red,US,"Stiff and tannic when first opened (all Dusted Valley wines are screwcap sealed), this breathes out into a ripe mix of deep purple fruits and barrel flavors. Cassis, vanilla, baking chocolate and other barrel-aged accents (both French and American oak is used) keep it interesting.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Dusted Valley 14,Red,Portugal,"Firmly tannic wine, a blend of two naturally tannic grapes. Their acidity provides a counter-balance, giving a black fruit underlay, spice from wood and a dry as well as juicy aftertaste.",Premium Touriga Nacional/Cabernet Sauvigon,25,91,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2008 Premium Touriga Nacional/Cabernet Sauvigon Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2008-premium-touriga-nacional-cabernet-sauvigon-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-cabernet-sauvignon-tejo/,Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Fiuza 14.3,Red,US,"Traditionally a 50/50 blend of old vines from both vineyards, this has benefitted from extra bottle age. Big and somewhat blocky, it opens with a mix of inviting aromas—sage, desert flower, and black cherry. From there it fills the mouth with tart red fruits and more herbs and blossoms, with proportionate tannins.",Reserve ‘Gamache – Champoux Vineyard Select',40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2006 Reserve ‘Gamache – Champoux Vineyard Select' Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2006-reserve-champoux-vineyard-select-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Gamache 12.5,Red,France,"A big, dark and perfumed wine, with a good density of ripe fruits, powerful tannins and layers of spice, acidity and red jelly. It balances weight with freshness to great effect.",,15,91,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Suau 2009 Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2009-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Suau 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Dense and beefy at first, then menthol, licorice, blackberry and earth aromas come out on the nose. The palate is deep and well structured, with toasty, dark flavors of chocolate mint along with leathery berry. Finishes with coffee and peppery flavors. Serious and satisfying; 60% Malbec and 40% Cab Sauvignon.",Coleccion NQN Patagonia Universe,15,91,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega NQN 2006 Coleccion NQN Patagonia Universe Red (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2006-coleccion-patagonia-universe-red-patagonia/,Red Blend,2006,Bodega NQN 13,Red,Portugal,"Rich, rounded and smooth, this is an exceptional value, with its black fruits, firm tannins and dense texture coming from Touriga Nacional and Cabernet Sauvignon. It feels rich, ready to drink now, likely to develop over the next several years.",Follies Fonte Nossa Senhora da Vandoma,12,91,Beiras,,,Aveleda 2009 Follies Fonte Nossa Senhora da Vandoma Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2009-follies-fonte-nossa-senhora-vandoma-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-cabernet-sauvignon-beiras/,Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Aveleda 14.7,White,US,"Calcareous's regular Viognier and Chardonnay are very good wines, but somehow, this blend of both of them is better. The Viognier is un-oaked, while the Marsanne was fermented and aged in half new French oak. The flavors are elaborate and exotic, of ripe tropical fruits and honey, yet the wine is crisp and refreshingly dry.",,28,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2009 Viognier-Marsanne (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2009-rhone-style-white-blend-viognier-marsanne-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier-Marsanne,2009,Calcareous 15,Red,Portugal,"A serious, full-bodied superrich wine. It has all the ripe fruit of the 2007 vintage, almost Port-like in its concentration of blackberry fruit. There is intense structure and a dry core of tannins. The alcohol does show with a slight burn in the mouth—the only fault of the wine.",Quinta dos Quatro Ventos Reserva,59,91,Douro,,,Caves Aliança 2007 Quinta dos Quatro Ventos Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2007-quinta-quatro-ventos-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Caves Aliança 14.5,Red,Spain,"Smoky and big on the bouquet, with black fruit galore, shoe polish, peppercorn and chocolate aromas. Intense and tannic but layered and deep, with a granite body and dark, ripe flavors of blackberry, fig, spice and chocolate. Huge, toasted and modern in every way.",Victorino,69,92,Northern Spain,Toro,,Teso La Monja 2008 Victorino (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teso-monja-2008-victorino-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2008,Teso La Monja 14,Red,Portugal,"Wood-aged, well balanced and firmly structured, this is concentrated while also elegant. The wine has a dense, dusty tannic character along with ripe berry and plum skin flavors. Age this impressive wine for another three years.",Reserva,18,92,Tejo,,,Quinta da Alorna 2008 Reserva Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2008-reserva-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-cabernet-sauvignon-tejo/,Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Quinta da Alorna ,Red,US,"Tight, dark, blue and black fruits define this cool-climate Cabernet. It's supple and spicy, with firm but ripe tannins. The fruit is concentrated in a tight core, but persistent and resonant into a lengthy finish. Flavors mix mountain berry, bramble, wild herb, pencil shavings and peppery spice. It needs mroe time, but it has the substance and muscle to last.",Reserve,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Waterbrook 14.2,Red,US,"A grand Cabernet, richly tannic and dry, that shows off the Von Strasser style. The wine is intense in blackberry, cassis and oak flavors that grow more interesting in the glass. Those tannins are hard, but negotiable now for their fine ripeness.",,50,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Von Strasser 13.5,Red,Portugal,"An impressive wine with its rich fruit, jam and tar flavors complementing the ripe plums and prunes. The wine has acidity and a mineral character, while showing great ripeness, spice and a great swathe of tannins. Age for 4–5 years.",,16,92,Dão,,,Quinta dos Roques 2008 Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roques-2008-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta dos Roques 15,Red,Italy,"This is a generous and dense Amarone with pretty layers of ripe fruit, cola, spice and cedar, which overlap in a harmonious and integrated manner. The wine shows intensity and good depth of mature fruit flavors on the finish.",,75,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommasi 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2007,Tommasi 14.8,Red,US,"A terrific Syrah, and a refutation to those who say this variety is irrelevant. No, it's not. This delicious wine, with soft tannins, fine acidity and a wealth of berry, cocoa, licorice and bacon flavors, fills a needed niche between Pinot Noir and a heavier Cabernet Sauvignon.",Simpson Vineyard,29,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Novy 2009 Simpson Vineyard Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2009-simpson-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2009,Novy 14.5,Red,Argentina,"An impressive Malbec blended from three vineyards ranging from 3,120 to 3,780 feet in elevation. The aromas are inviting and open, with wild berry, spice and toasty notes. Elegant and well balanced in the mouth, with smoky, ripe flavors of berry, plum and earth. Toasty and coconutty on the finish. Drink now through 2014.",Terroir Blend,34,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2009 Terroir Blend Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2009-terroir-blend-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Nieto Senetiner 14.5,Red,US,"Really tannic now, with a mouth-numbing astringency that accentuates the dryness and makes the mouthfeel rather rasping. However, There's no question about the depth of flavor. This 100% Cabernet is vast in sweet blackberries and cassis, with an earthy undertone of herbs and minerality. Give it at least six years in the cellar.",Quarry Vineyard,95,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Nickel & Nickel 2008 Quarry Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2008-quarry-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Nickel & Nickel 14.8,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet is the ripest and sweetest of the winery's 2008 offerings, but it still shows the tannins that are Nickel & Nickel's mark. The vineyard is in west Oakville, and offers that region's superbly lush, delicious blackberry, blueberry and cherry flavors. Those tannins, while firm, are sweetly ripe, giving the wine an oxymoronic soft toughness.",Branding Iron Vineyard,95,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 2008 Branding Iron Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2008-branding-iron-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Nickel & Nickel 14.7,Red,US,"It used to be that Howell Mountain meant big, hard tannins, but no more. Winemaker Philippe Melka has made the tannins rich, but approachable, making the blackberry, blueberry and cherry pie flavors instantly loveable. Sweet in the finish, this flashy, Merlot-based wine is best now.",Hillside Blend,65,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Moone-Tsai 2008 Hillside Blend Red (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moone-tsai-2008-hillside-blend-red-napa-howell-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Moone-Tsai 14,Red,Portugal,"Big, wood-dominated wine. Black chocolate joins with sweet plums and toast for both elegance and balance. It is still young, the structure needing 3–4 years to really soften and show its more opulent character.",Quinta da Fronteira Reserva,,92,Douro,,,Companhia das Quintas 2008 Quinta da Fronteira Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2008-quinta-fronteira-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Companhia das Quintas 14,White,Portugal,"This single-vineyard Chardonnay has a rich, New World feel to it. The new wood is very present, as well as the tropical fruit and spice flavors. It is a rounded, powerful wine, maybe too oaked at this stage. but likely to balance out in a year.",Cova da Ursa,,92,Setubal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2010 Cova da Ursa Chardonnay (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2010-cova-da-ursa-chardonnay-setubal/,Chardonnay,2010,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14,Red,Portugal,"A mineral, tense wine, packed with delicious citrus fruits, a taut chalky structure and green apple acidity. It has a salty aftertaste to it.",Tinto da Anfora,13,92,Alentejano,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2008 Tinto da Anfora Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2008-tinto-anfora-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 13.5,Red,Italy,This excellent edition of Krafuss (an oak-aged Pinot Noir from Italy's pioneering bio-dynamic winemaker) opens with vibrant aromas of small berries and toasted nut that emerge in a vertical and immediate manner. The intensity is wonderful and it's so much fun to follow the wine's ever-changing evolution in the glass.,Krafuss,50,92,,Alto Adige,,Alois Lageder 2005 Krafuss Pinot Noir (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-2005-krafuss-pinot-noir-alto-adige/,Pinot Noir,2005,Alois Lageder 14,Red,Portugal,"A delicious, smooth wine, all rounded fruit and sweetness to go with the more determined tannins that lie beneath. With great concentration, the wine has a feeling of power while preserving a core of juicy acidity and sweet red plum juice.",Marquês de Borba Reserva,75,92,Alentejo,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2009 Marquês de Borba Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2009-marques-borba-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,J. Portugal Ramos ,Red,US,"In this cooler vintage, winemaker John Bookwalter has introduced Syrah into his Merlot blend, along with smaller portions of Bordeaux varietals. A complex, satiny wine, spiced with herb and eucalyptus highlights, lush black fruits, and toasty espresso in the finish.",Foreshadow,40,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2008 Foreshadow Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2008-foreshadow-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,J. Bookwalter ,Red,US,"Saturated and velvety as soon as the cork is pulled, this dense, dark, supple wine is half Cabernet Sauvignon, about 40% Merlot and the rests Malbec. Sourced entirely from the Conner Lee vineyard, it showcases the winery's signature style, mixing black fruits, exotic spices, hints of dried herb, and darker streaks of espresso and toast.",Conner Lee Vineyard Conflict Red,50,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2008 Conner Lee Vineyard Conflict Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2008-conner-lee-vineyard-conflict-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,J. Bookwalter 11,Dessert,US,"Smelling like a deep-dish apple pie, this wonderfully smooth, golden colored late-harvest Chardonnay is voluptuous and sexy, rich yet not overwhelming, perfectly balanced in sweetness and only 11% alcohol. It would be so good with a dry cheese or tarte Tatin but can also stand with aplomb on its own.",Late-Harvest,65,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Stephen & Walker 2009 Late-Harvest Chardonnay (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2009-late-harvest-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Chardonnay,2009,Stephen & Walker 14,Red,US,"If you're looking for flavor, and who isn't, this fruity Pinot Noir hits the spot. It's pale in color and light in the mouth, but rich in raspberries, cherries, pomegranates and cola, with sweet, smoky oak influences. Should develop in the bottle over the next six years.",Hinterlands,38,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Phillips Hill 2009 Hinterlands Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phillips-hill-2009-hinterlands-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2009,Phillips Hill 14.3,Red,US,"This marks the return of a blend that was the winery's most popular offering in years gone by. The excellent matchup is two thirds Cabernet Franc and one third Merlot. Spicy and precise, it's anchored by firm and full-bodied berry and black currant fruit. The barrel aging adds toast and cinnamon, and the wine retains a tight focus through a lingering finish.",Founder's Blend,28,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Bunchgrass 2008 Founder's Blend Cabernet Franc-Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunchgrass-2008-founders-blend-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-franc-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Franc-Merlot,2008,Bunchgrass 17.5,Dessert,Australia,"Fortified Muscats from the Barossa are rare these days, but this is a delicious stickie well worth trying. It delivers cherry-scented toffee and toasted walnuts on the nose, then adds caramel to the mix. It's nicely balanced between fruit and nutty complexity.",Classic,25,92,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann NV Classic Muscat (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-nv-classic-muscat-barossa/,Muscat,,Peter Lehmann 14.2,White,US,"A white Rhône-style blend—62% Roussanne, 34% Viognier and 4% Marsanne—all estate grown, and done with Olsen's customary polish and style. The fruit is deep and perfectly ripened, with powerful flavors of tree fruits and tropical highlights. A very fine effort, right through the lingering finish.",Blanc des Coteaux,12,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Olsen Estates 2009 Blanc des Coteaux White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olsen-estates-2009-blanc-coteaux-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Olsen Estates 14.4,White,US,"The Olsens are growers with decades of experience, and this is as lush and thoroughly delicious as Washington Chardonnay can ever be. A big, toasty mouthful of fruit salad—citrus, pineapple and peach in particular—runs into a smooth, luscious wash of buttery oak. Yum.",,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Olsen Estates 2008 Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olsen-estates-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2008,Olsen Estates 14.5,Red,US,"There's a huge, molten core of blackberry and cherry fruit in this wine, whose grapes source from the primary vineyard for Far Niente, which is Nickel & Nickel's parent company. It shows its west Oakville pedigree in ripeness, dryness and finesse of tannins, but those tannins are very astringent, typifying the winery's house style. Give this 100% Cabernet a good six years in the cellar.",Martin Stelling Vineyard,140,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 2008 Martin Stelling Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2008-martin-stelling-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Nickel & Nickel 13.7,White,US,"Maybe it's the 100% certified organic grapes that make this wine so pure, or the fact that it never saw oak. Probably both. The fruit stands front and center, with flavors of lemons, limes, Asian pears, lemongrass and gooseberries. A superior Sauvignon Blanc, at a great price, but production unfortunately was less than 1,000 cases.",,18,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Neal Family 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neal-family-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Neal Family 14.9,Red,US,"This single-vineyard wine is three quarters Cabernet Sauvignon and one quarter Merlot. The tannins are quite drying, but the fruit is outstanding. Berries, plums, and cassis, streaked with iron filings, and a deep, penetrating, dark, chewy finish.",Red Willow Vineyard,60,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Adams Bench 2008 Red Willow Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adams-bench-2008-red-willow-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Adams Bench 14,White,South Africa,"Ripe notes of red apple, honeydew, orange blossom and a touch of nuttiness are all augmented by a backdrop of gorgeous assorted wild flowers, adding complexity and liveliness to the bouquet and lush, round palate. Dried apricot drizzled with honey and gingery spice unfold on the close, but balanced acidity keeps the long finish mouthwatering and bright. Drink now–2014.",The FMC Forrester Meinert Chenin,65,92,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2009 The FMC Forrester Meinert Chenin Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2009-fmc-meinert-chenin-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Ken Forrester 17.5,Fortified,Portugal,"The legendary Moscatel de Setúbal is produced by one of the finest exponents of the style. With its raisin and honey character, aged in old wood, it is a gorgeous wine, suitable as an apéritif as much as with dessert.",,10,92,Moscatel de Setúbal,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2006 Moscatel de Setúbal,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2006-muscat-moscatel-moscatel-setubal/,Moscatel,2006,José Maria da Fonseca 14,Red,Portugal,"A limited edition of 23 selected barrels, this impressive wine shows great structure, ripe Touriga Nacional perfumes, as much elegance as power. The acidity strides through the wine, giving a fine final fruity feel.",23 Barricas,50,92,Alentejano,,,Herdade dos Grous 2009 23 Barricas Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grous-2009-23-barricas-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Herdade dos Grous 14.5,Red,US,"Not your average mid-priced Merlot, this complex and well-crafted blend includes 12% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot and 2% Malbec. Young, sappy red fruits lead into a wine with depth and substance, annotated with highlights of citrus and steel. Nuances keep coming on... black cherry, licoriceq and iron filings. A delight.",,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,L'Ecole No. 41 13.8,White,US,"Massively rich in ripe pineapple, lemon curd, golden mango and white peach flavors, this Chardonnay also shows plenty of new oak influence in the vanilla and buttered toast layers. As rich as it is, it's balanced with zesty acidity and a refreshing minerality that has got to come from the dirt.",Brosseau Vineyard,41,92,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Testarossa 2009 Brosseau Vineyard Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-brosseau-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-chalone/,Chardonnay,2009,Testarossa 14.5,Red,Spain,"One of Rioja's best wines is quite fine, but not nearly as deep and expressive as it has shown in top vintages. The nose offers earth and subtle spice along with black fruit, while the palate is deep and smooth, with blackberry, mocha, cinnamon and nutmeg flavors. Medium-long on the finish. Drink now through 2015.",,62,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,San Vicente 2007 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-vicente-2007-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,San Vicente 14.7,Red,US,"The ever-popular Stained Tooth Syrah hits a high water mark this year. It's dark and smoky, a complex smorgasbord with earthy, brambly fruit compote streaked with a rich vein of vanilla. Dense and compelling, it layers in wild, peppery herbal highlights through an extended finish.",Stained Tooth,26,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2008 Stained Tooth Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2008-stained-tooth-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Dusted Valley 14,Red,Portugal,"Intensely concentrated wine, still young, showing powerful tannins and big black fruit. It has a solid core, very structured, with the rich fruit acting as a balance and foil. Age for 3–4 years.",Quinta da Garrida Reserva,17,92,Dão,,,Garrida 2007 Quinta da Garrida Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garrida-2007-quinta-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2007,Garrida 12.3,Rose,US,"Made from 100% Grenache, this is a pale, pretty copper/onion skin color. It offers stunning aromas of strawberry, citrus peel, tree fruits and minerals. It's whole cluster fermented, from vines that have been picked and grown specifically to be a rosé—not a saignée. Great concentration and power.",Edith,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2009 Edith Rosé (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2009-edith-rose-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Rosé,2009,Cayuse 14.3,Red,US,"Classic Nickel & Nickel Cabernet, bone dry and super tannic. Hits the mouth hard with astringency that effectively masks the ripe blackberry fruit. Half new oak adds a toasty richness, but also some hard wood tannins. Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, it really needs cellaring. Try after 2015.",Rock Cairn Vineyard,95,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 2008 Rock Cairn Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2008-rock-cairn-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Nickel & Nickel ,Red,US,"Mitch Cosentino's new venture, and he scores bigtime. The wine is soft and very satisfying, showing voluptuous blackberry, cherry, cocoa, bacon and spice flavors. The tannins are pure velvet. A beautiful, impressive wine, with a little Sangiovese added to the Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend. Drink now.",,65,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,PureCoz 2007 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/purecoz-2007-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,PureCoz 14.5,Red,Australia,"For the price, this full-bodied, richly textured Shiraz ""overdelivers,"" as Australians like to say. Scents of raspberries, chocolate and cedar give way to a harmonious mélange of berries and chocolate in the mouth, balanced by savory notes of black olive and coffee. Drink now–2018.",D Block Reserve,50,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Shingleback 2006 D Block Reserve Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shingleback-2006-d-block-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2006,Shingleback 10.5,Dessert,South Africa,"An attractive dessert wine at an incredibly attractive price, this is a beautifully balanced late-harvest Riesling with a refreshingly mouthwatering finish. The mouth is full and lush but the acidity is crisp and cleansing, lifting the ripe and concentrated notes of baked apple, dried mango, peach preserves and fresh honey. Drink now–2014.",Noble Late Harvest,22,92,Elgin,,,Paul Cluver 2010 Noble Late Harvest Riesling (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cluver-2010-noble-late-harvest-riesling-elgin/,Riesling,2010,Paul Cluver 14.9,Red,Argentina,"Rich, pure and inviting as can be, with coconut, cola, licorice and a ton of black fruit making for an excellent bouquet. The palate is rich and smooth in texture, with blackberry, cassis and cola flavors. Layered and pure on the finish, with exemplary depth and length.",Gran Las Divas Vineyard,30,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Riglos 2008 Gran Las Divas Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riglos-2008-gran-las-divas-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Riglos 13,Red,Portugal,"With some Syrah in the blend, the wine has a fine perfumed character. The fruit is stylish, with juicy blackberry flavors, laced with coffee, spicy toast, dusty tannins and delicious acidity. To age over 5–6 years.",Ninfa Escolha,,92,Tejo,,,João Teodosio Matos Barbosa 2007 Ninfa Escolha Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joao-teodosio-matos-barbosa-2007-ninfa-escolha-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2007,João Teodosio Matos Barbosa 14.4,Red,US,"Classic black cherry fruit anchors this Cabernet from the seminal Champoux vineyard. There is also a strong vein of minerality, etched in herb and hinting at licorice. This is very young and tight, but poised for a long life ahead.",Champoux Vineyard,50,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Januik 2008 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2008-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Januik 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Both grapes with tannins and perfumes, Syrah and Touriga Nacional complement each other well. The result is a wine that has a dry core surrounded with exotic fruits, in flavors that range from crystallized violet to herbs to dark plum skins. Age this wine for four years.",Syrah/Touriga Nacional,,92,Alentejano,,,Herdade das Servas 2008 Syrah/Touriga Nacional Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-das-servas-2008-syrah-touriga-nacional-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Herdade das Servas 13.5,Red,US,"A fine Marin Pinot Noir, showing the dryness, zesty acidity and rich, deep red fruit that mark this cool, coastal county. Bigtime in raspberries, strawberries and cherries, it's complexed with subtle minerals, mushrooms and Indian spices. So elegant, with 13.5% alcohol, you can give it a chill in the fridge.",Stubbs Vineyard,40,92,California,North Coast,Marin County,De Loach 2009 Stubbs Vineyard Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2009-stubbs-vineyard-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,De Loach 14,Red,Portugal,"A new reserva category from Quinta da Terrugem, this is perfumed with mint and solidly dense tannins. It has concentrated black fruits, very rich in style. It needs aging to bring out the beautiful fruit and structure.",Quinta da Terrugem Reserva,29,92,Alentejano,,,Caves Aliança 2007 Quinta da Terrugem Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2007-quinta-terrugem-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Caves Aliança 13.5,Red,Portugal,"With the French winemaking influence of consultant Pascal Chatonnet, this is a rich and rounded wine, bringing out some flavors of wood, while preserving much of the firm, structured character of the Baga grape. Just ready to drink, but worth aging.",Quinta das Baceladas,28,92,Bairrada,,,Caves Aliança 2006 Quinta das Baceladas Baga (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2006-quinta-das-baceladas-portuguese-red-baga-bairrada/,Baga,2006,Caves Aliança 14.5,Red,US,"An old-fashioned Howell Mountain Cabernet, bone dry, big and hard in tannins and intensely concentrated in Cabernet fruit. It's all about blackberries and cassis, with sweet oak. Needs time. Better after 2014.",Blue Hall Vineyard,59,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Camiana 2007 Blue Hall Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camiana-2007-blue-hall-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Camiana ,White,US,"The best sbs yet, this riveting and succulent blend of 75% Sauvignon Blanc and 25% Sémillon is a spicy, tangy, racy wine with thrilling flavors across the full spectrum. From nettle to gooseberry, citrus and grapefruit, it has a lush texture and bracing minerality that persist through a long, intense finish.",sbs,23,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cadaretta 2010 sbs Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadaretta-2010-sbs-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2010,Cadaretta 14.4,Red,US,"This vintage of Reckoning has Malbec in the blend (it was subsequently replaced with Cab Franc), and a nice streak of herbal/tobacco flavor with aggressive tannins. The (relatively) lower alcohol cuts the sensation of alcohol burn, and the fruit is characteristically dark, sappy, compact and subservient to the dense, grainy tannins. A big wine for big wine lovers.",Reckoning,34,92,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Adams Bench 2006 Reckoning Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adams-bench-2006-reckoning-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Adams Bench 15,Red,Argentina,"Dense blackberry fruit reigns supreme on the nose, with smoke and dark, earthy notes lying in wait. The palate has a firm tightness and oaky black-fruit flavors that offer a twinge of coconut and herbs. Toasty and chocolaty on the finish. A big, stacked Malbec to drink now through 2013.",Renacer R,65,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Renacer 2008 Renacer R Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-renacer-2008-r-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Bodega Renacer ,Red,US,"Merlot and Cab Franc are the stars of this five-grape Bordeaux-style blend. It begins sweetly, with a pretty mix of ripe berries, spicy toast and dark chocolate. The flavors spread across the palate, adding hints of black pepper and sandalwood. Lush, deep, and slightly exotic, this is a real palate-pleaser.",Ursa,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Baer 2008 Ursa Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baer-2008-ursa-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Baer 13.5,White,US,"This is the best of Brander's 2010 Sauvignon Blancs, and the price is very good. It's rich and stylish, especially considering it never saw any oak. Brisk in acids and minerals, it offers flavors of citrus fruits, peaches and white pepper.",Mesa Verde Vineyard,22,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2010 Mesa Verde Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2010-mesa-verde-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Brander 14.3,Red,US,"Somehow the label's misspelling of Bachelor's Button slipped by the authorities. Surplus T aside, this is a generous wine, whose plummy, peppery fruit is dotted with details of herb, spicecake and chocolate. Smooth, velvety tannins add to the pleasure.",Batchelor's Button,29,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Isenhower 2008 Batchelor's Button Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isenhower-2008-batchelors-button-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Isenhower 14.5,Red,Australia,"A hugely oaky wine, but one that manages to taste awfully good nonetheless, with layers of vanilla and toast leading into a full-bodied, supple wine loaded with notes of maple syrup and brown sugar. Drink now.",Reserve,35,92,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Greg Norman Estates 2006 Reserve Shiraz (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greg-norman-estates-2006-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-limestone-coast/,Shiraz,2006,Greg Norman Estates 15.9,Red,US,"If you know the Rhône-style wines of Saxum, which is probably Paso Robles' most expensive wine, this is nearly identical. Mostly Syrah, with 8% Grenache, the wine is decadently rich in milk chocolate, blackberry jam and sweet, smoky oak flavors. It's very high in alcohol, but unless you're an extremist in this regard, you can't help but be knocked out by the wine's sensuous pleasures.",Westside,95,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,PharaohMoans 2009 Westside Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pharaohmoans-2009-westside-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,PharaohMoans 14.1,Red,US,"Another fine Dominus, dry, well-structured and ageworthy. Lacks the flashiness of the dramatic 2007, but is still ripe and rich enough to drink now, and should develop over the next six years. Rewards for the depth of blackberries, cassis, blueberries and cedar, wrapped into plush tannins.",,149,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominus 2008 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominus-2008-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2008,Dominus 14.5,White,US,"Brisk acidity is the best feature of this wine. It reflects the long hangtime of the cool vintage. Lots of new French oak brings vanilla and buttered toast to the equation, but it's in keeping with the power of the underlying pineapple and lemon jam, pear and honey flavors. A decadent, flashy Chardonnay for drinking now with rich dishes, such as lobster and scallops.",Stubbs Vineyard,35,92,California,North Coast,Marin County,De Loach 2009 Stubbs Vineyard Chardonnay (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2009-stubbs-vineyard-chardonnay-north-coast-marin-county/,Chardonnay,2009,De Loach 15,Red,Australia,"Despite some slightly raisiny notes, this wine also displays some exotic floral aromas, then bold flavors of stone fruit and chocolate. It's full bodied without seeming heavy at all, ending long, with savory plum and mocha shadings. Drink now–2016.",Testament,40,92,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Kilikanoon 2007 Testament Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2007-testament-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Kilikanoon 14.5,Red,Australia,"For a wine with all of this ripeness and concentration, this is remarkably light on its feet. It's a medium-bodied Shiraz with a creamy texture and plenty of mocha, leather and berries, with a long, silky, coffee-tinged finish. Drink now–2015.",Parable,40,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Kilikanoon 2007 Parable Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2007-parable-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Kilikanoon 14.8,Red,US,"Another gloriously ripe, delicious Pinot Noir from this celebrated vineyard. The wine is extraordinarily rich in raspberry and cherry pie, crême brûleé and cinnamon spice flavors, wrapped into silky tannins and brightened with zesty acidity. Best over the next three years for freshness.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,56,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Testarossa 14.5,White,South Africa,"Though the fruit is starting to fade on this mature Chenin, it's drinking quite beautifully now with rich notes of fresh butter, baked apple, clove-spiced orange and yellow florals on the nose. Peach pit, honeydew and orange oil flesh out the mouth, but the acid cuts through the weight and provides a clean cut to the spice-infused finish. Drink now.",Private Cellar Reserve,60,92,Tulbagh,,,Rijk's 2007 Private Cellar Reserve Chenin Blanc (Tulbagh),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rijks-2007-private-cellar-reserve-chenin-blanc-tulbagh/,Chenin Blanc,2007,Rijk's 13,White,Portugal,"Intense wood-aged wine, with tropical fruits over the toast and layer of acidity. It's impressive, with a fine balance of all the elements—richness and elegance. Give the wine a year to fully integrate.",Rapariga da Quinta Branco,15,92,Alentejano,,,Luis Duarte 2009 Rapariga da Quinta Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-duarte-2009-rapariga-quinta-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2009,Luis Duarte 14.5,Red,Australia,"This full-bodied, richly textured Shiraz is ready to drink, with slightly lifted aromas of plums and baking spices and a velvety mouthfeel. Long and supple on the finish, it should continue to drink well through at least 2018.",Eight Songs,38,92,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann 2005 Eight Songs Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2005-eight-songs-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2005,Peter Lehmann 14.5,Red,Spain,"Smells floral, toasty and black fruited, with cola and tobacco notes. Like all previous Numanthias, this is hugely structured and tannic, with ripe berry, spice and bitter chocolate flavors. Finishes massive, with mocha, coffee and toast. Grabby and hard now, but delicious. Needs two more years in bottle; drink from 2012 through 2016.",Numanthia,60,92,Northern Spain,Toro,,Numanthia 2008 Numanthia (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/numanthia-termes-sl-2008-numanthia-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2008,Numanthia 14.5,Red,US,"Offers a blast of sweet red cherry candy flavor, accented with new oak notes of buttered toast and caramel. There's no question this 100% Cabernet is delicious, but it's also fiercely tannic. Makes the gums quiver. Should develop in the bottle over the next seven years.",C.C. Ranch,95,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Nickel & Nickel 2008 C.C. Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2008-cc-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Nickel & Nickel 13.5,Red,Australia,"As usual when young, the oak is obvious in the 2006 Octavius, reeking of smoke and cured meats. But there's also balancing raspberry fruit and hints of green peppercorn. This is full bodied and a bit tough and chewy on the finish; give it a few years to soften and integrate. Drink 2014–2020.",The Octavius,110,92,South Australia,Barossa,,Yalumba 2006 The Octavius Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2006-the-octavius-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2006,Yalumba 14.3,Red,US,"A very pretty nose sends up scents of flowers and brambly red fruits. The palate is consistent, buoyed by juicy acidity, with complex fruit and flower grace notes. It's all free-run juice, aged in 100% neutral French oak barrels.",Wild Thyme,29,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Isenhower 2008 Wild Thyme Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isenhower-2008-wild-thyme-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Isenhower 14,White,Portugal,"Fine, subtle wood here, with acidity that sits well with the melon, greengage and green plum juiciness. The wine has a great layer of spice, and a rich aftertaste.",Premium Chardonnay/Fernão Pires,22,92,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2009 Premium Chardonnay/Fernão Pires White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2009-premium-chardonnay-fernao-pires-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2009,Fiuza 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Composed of 40% Cab Sauv, 30% Merlot and 30% Cab Franc, this is a rich and robust Bordeaux-style blend with assertive notes of tanned leather and cigar box among the expected boysenberry and black currant fruit core. Firm tannins grip the mouth and linger through the long mocha-flavored finish. Drink now–2015.",Classique,30,92,Stellenbosch,,,Eikendal 2008 Classique Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eikendal-2008-classique-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Eikendal 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Always an impressive wine, this latest Reserva of Conde de Vimioso is deceptively smooth, packed with ripe and juicy black fruits. It's deceptive because under the velvet surface there are powerful tannins at work. The result is a wine for aging over several years.",Conde de Vimioso Reserva,25,92,Tejo,,,Falua 2008 Conde de Vimioso Reserva Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2008-conde-vimioso-reserva-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2008,Falua ,Red,France,"While it doesn't have huge power, this wine does have many great attributes. It is smoothly ripe, its open structure a fine reflection of the elegant style, edged with minerality. The acidity is pure, not too dominant, but lifting the generous fruit and final dry character.",,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2006 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2006-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Domaine de Chevalier ,White,US,"This is a gorgeous wine, so good in fact it makes one wonder why Sauv Blanc hasn't yet become a superstar grape for Washington. Lush tree fruits, preserved lemon, Satsuma orange and highlights of honeysuckle and citrus oil keep the wine moving and changing. It simply fills the mouth with luscious flavor.",Klipsun Vineyard,19,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Barrister 2010 Klipsun Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2010-klipsun-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Barrister ,Red,US,"Windthrow is a southern Rhône-style blend of 36% Syrah, 29% Mourvèdre, 18% Counoise and 17% Grenache. Ripe and nicely focused, it wraps sleek raspberry fruit in delicate layers of oak, mineral and acid. Tannins are smooth and subtle; the finish is like a fine pastry lingering in the back of the mouth.",Windthrow,50,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cadaretta 2008 Windthrow Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadaretta-2008-windthrow-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Cadaretta 14.9,Red,US,"The blend is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, with Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The grape sourcing is pedigreed, from Stagecoach Vineyard on Atlas Peak and the adjacent Pritchard Hill. The wine is dry and very tannic, yet strangely sweet. The cherry and raspberry flavors have a pie-filling richness, but also an acidic tug. New oak shows up in the form of vanilla and crème brûlée. Hard to tell where it's going.",Red Wine,130,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Boyanci 2007 Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boyanci-2007-red-wine-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Boyanci 14.5,Red,US,"Lovely and delicious, a Pinot Noir that flatters the palate with the richest, sweetest fruit, yet always maintains balance and elegance. Tiers of raspberry and cherry jam fruit wash through the mouth, with powerful but tastefully appointed oak influences, leading to a dry, spicy finish. The tannins are a wonder, ripe, firm, and hard and soft at the same time. Now–2015.",Rosella's Vineyard,59,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2009 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Testarossa 14.5,Red,Spain,"A dark bruiser with heavy mocha, chocolate, tobacco, cola and crusty leather aromas in addition to massive fruit scents. It's huge in the mouth, with broad, grabby tannins, pumped-up acids and wide berry, vanilla and coconut flavors. Dark like coffee on the finish, with titanic tannins and foundation. Best from 2013 through 2016.",Alabaster,243,93,Northern Spain,Toro,,Teso La Monja 2008 Alabaster (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teso-monja-2008-alabaster-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2008,Teso La Monja 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of depth and complexity in this single-vineyard Cabernet. It's dramatic for the layers of fruit, veering toward red berries, cherries and cocoa, and for the intense tannin structure. Feels vital and important and, above all, ageable. Give it a good six years in the cellar.",,69,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Redmon 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redmon-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Redmon 14.2,Red,US,"Always an intricately built wine, exotic and ripe. Right now, it's a contradiction. So silky in the mouth, it could almost be a Pinot Noir, except it has Cab's tannins, and the blackberry and cherry fruit has a powerful intrusion of cassis. Those tannins are notable. They intrude at every step of the way, suggesting time in the cellar. Six years seems barely adequate, ten years more likely.",Sori Bricco Vineyard,80,93,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2008 Sori Bricco Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2008-sori-bricco-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Von Strasser 14,Red,Australia,"This is Margaret River Cab at its best: silky and Claret-like but with the extra flesh of the New World. Pipe tobacco and cedar flow together seamlessly into a long, cool finish. Delicious now, and should age gracefully through 2020.",Moss Wood Vineyard,95,93,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Moss Wood 2006 Moss Wood Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moss-wood-2006-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Moss Wood 14.5,Red,Portugal,"An obviously new-wood-aged wine, with a modern mint flavor and sweet wood tannins. It is very structured, still young, its spice and dark chocolate flavor going well with the black fruits. Age this complex wine for 3–4 years.",Ikon,35,93,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2008 Ikon Touriga Nacional (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2008-ikon-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-tejo/,Touriga Nacional,2008,Fiuza 15,Red,South Africa,"Hearty and complex, this beautifully intense yet balanced Cab is begging for some time in the cellar. Strong aromas of cassis, forrest berries, licorice, clove and bittersweet chocolate flood the nose, while flavors of black plum, leather hide, roasted cocoa nibs and cigar box spice unfold in the lush mouth and transition through to the long finish. With everything so proportionately big and powerful, give this until 2014–2018.",GS,60,93,Stellenbosch,,,Edgebaston 2008 GS Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgebaston-2008-gs-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Edgebaston 13,Red,Portugal,"An intense wine, with black currant and fresh damson fruits, layered with firm tannins and acidity. It is rich, spicy, still structured and firm. Age for three years at least.",Follies Casa da Agueira,14,93,Beiras,,,Aveleda 2008 Follies Casa da Agueira Touriga Nacional (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2008-follies-casa-agueira-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-beiras/,Touriga Nacional,2008,Aveleda 13,Dessert,South Africa,"Butterscotch, honeyed almonds and candied ginger-orange peel lead the way on the nose of this late harvest Muscat. Rich, overripe mango and honeydew add levity to the palate, lifting the heady spice and viscous, syrupy flavors. The long finish carries a tinge of pithiness, adding some tongue-smacking texture to the close. Has aging potential, though it's certainly also enjoyable now.",Vin de Constance,50,93,Constantia,,,Klein Constantia 2006 Vin de Constance Muscat (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/klein-constantia-2006-vin-constance-muscat-constantia/,Muscat,2006,Klein Constantia 14.5,Red,Australia,"Named in part for the year the vineyard was planted, this is a hugely ripe expression of Shiraz, a thick, chocolate fudge-like wine that nevertheless retains some freshness along with hints of black pepper. The texture is creamy and rich, while the finish is weighty and long. Drink now–2017.",Attunga 1865,235,93,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2007 Attunga 1865 Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2007-attunga-1865-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Kilikanoon 14.5,Red,US,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot stands up well against far more expensive Napa Valley cult Cabs. It's softly tannic, rich and decadently delicious in blackberry and cherry pie filling, licorice, chocolate, baking spice and sandalwood flavors. Gorgeous, dry and generous, it's a wine to drink now.",Study in Blue,45,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Waterstone 2007 Study in Blue Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterstone-2007-study-in-blue-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Waterstone ,Red,US,"Baer's Arctos blend is about three fifths Cabernet Sauvignon, and here the grape shows less fat, and more structure than in the previous vintage. It's a better wine, sleek and yet fruity, with a pleasing mix of blackberry and cassis. The tannins are forceful, herbal, and sturdy, giving the finish a firm spine. The grace notes of clove and coffee and loam continue to add interest as the wine lingers through a dense finish.",Arctos,41,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Baer 2008 Arctos Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baer-2008-arctos-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Baer 15,Red,Australia,"The Hardy family history of grape growing goes back several generations in McLaren Vale, and this wine is sourced from vines said to be planted in 1891. It's full bodied and lush in texture, with aromas and flavors that suggest chocolate, mint, marinated beef and brandied fruit. It shows a bit of alcohol, so drink it over the near term.",The Ox,100,93,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Andrew Hardy 2004 The Ox Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-hardy-2004-the-ox-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2004,Andrew Hardy 13,White,Portugal,"A field blend of old vines from Castro's Quinta da Pellada, this is an impressively rich and concentrated wine from a warm vintage. The fruit is ripe, with peach and mango flavors, the acidity laced with this richness. A hint of wood adds further complexity.",Quinta da Pellada,72,93,Dão,,,Alvaro Castro 2009 Quinta da Pellada White (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alvaro-castro-2009-quinta-pellada-white-dao/,Portuguese White,2009,Alvaro Castro ,Red,US,"In an effort to further differentiate the Foreshadow Merlot from the Foreshadow Cabernet, winemaker John Bookwalter has kept each out of the other's blend. This is a riveting, complex, supersized wine, with alcohol over 15% and plenty of intriguing barrel flavors. The black cherry-berry fruit is swathed in spice, chocolate, cedar and coffee, complex and well-crafted.",Foreshadow,42,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2008 Foreshadow Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2008-foreshadow-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,J. Bookwalter 14.9,Red,Argentina,"A luxurious Malbec-and-Cab-led blend that spent 22 months in new French oak and hardly shows it. The nose is sweet and deeply fruity, with floral violet notes and chocolate. It's seriously dense in the mouth, with chewy tannins, roasted blackberry, exotic spice and tobacco flavors. Roasted and rich on the back end, with broad swaths of berry fruit and texture. Drink now through 2013.",Gran Corte Las Divas Vineyard,40,93,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Riglos 2008 Gran Corte Las Divas Vineyard Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riglos-2008-gran-corte-las-divas-vineyard-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Riglos 15,Red,South Africa,"The 2008 Series C shows more grip and bruising structure than previous vintages of the Cabernet-based blend, with gripping tannins framing the hugely concentrated and heady blackberry, boysenberry and deep plum flavors. Tight and firm in the mouth, complex backnotes of black licorice, cigar tobacco and crushed African violet petals appear once the structure subsides and remain through the very long close. Hold until 2014–2016.",Series C,75,93,Paarl,,,Vilafonté 2008 Series C Red (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vilafonte-2008-series-c-red-paarl/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Vilafonté 14,Red,Portugal,"Incredibly young, this is going to be an impressive, serious wine. It has all the elements—dark fruit and acidity tied together with intense tannins. It tastes of the hard landscape of the Douro, with a severe character that needs several years to soften.",Old Vines Reserva,40,93,Douro,,,Duorum 2008 Old Vines Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2008-old-vines-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Duorum 14,Red,Chile,"Hard and crusty up front, with strong herbal aromas that come across oaky. Grabby and cloying in the mouth, with sweet, syrupy flavors of molasses, green tobacco and herbal berry fruits. Blocky, minty and hot on the finish.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,12,83,Maule Valley,,,San Pedro 2009 Castillo de Molina Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2009-castillo-molina-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2009,San Pedro 14.1,Red,US,"You can charitably call this Merlot rustic. It's dry, firm in tannins, and somewhat thin in fruit, with decent berry and cherry flavors, kissed with oak.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Daniel Gehrs 2009 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2009-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2009,Daniel Gehrs 12.7,Red,US,"Barely ripe fruit tastes thinly of wild berries, along with composted earth and forest floor.",Rumba,21,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cubanisimo Vineyards 2009 Rumba Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cubanisimo-2009-rumba-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cubanisimo Vineyards 14.8,Red,US,"Sweet and sugary in raspberry, toast and vanilla flavors, this Zinfandel-based blend could substitute as a dessert wine.",Viejo,24,83,California,North Coast,Solano County,Galvan 2009 Viejo Red (Solano County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galvan-2009-viejo-red-north-coast-solano-county/,Red Blend,2009,Galvan 12.5,Red,Italy,"There's a pungent hint of sweet apple and blue violet that gives the bouquet lift and vibrancy. Beyond the bouquet, this base Valpolicella offers slightly offbeat flavors of blueberry candy and sweet spring flower that accent a thin, compact mouthfeel.",Corte Majoli,8,83,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Tezza 2010 Corte Majoli (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tezza-2010-corte-majoli-red-valpolicella/,Corvina,2010,Tezza 14,Red,Chile,"Gaseous at first then earthy, with leafy, mulchy aromas. The mouth has a raw, jagged feel and high acidity. Tastes smoky and a bit rubbery, with generic, hard-pressed berry flavors.",,10,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Terrapura 2010 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrapura-2010-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Terrapura 12,Red,Italy,"This is the ultimate pizza wine because, well, it shares many aromatic qualities with our favorite Italian pies. You'll detect dried oregano, green tomato and smoked ham. The wine's sour close would cut clean through melted cheese.",,14,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Villa Spinosa 2009 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-spinosa-2009-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2009,Villa Spinosa 12,Red,Italy,"A unique set of aromas is offered here including smoked ham and dry Graham cracker. The wine is easy, thin and offers a defined point of ripe cherry on the close.",Campo Santa Lena,15,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Villa Monteleone 2010 Campo Santa Lena (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-monteleone-2010-campo-santa-lena-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,Villa Monteleone 12,Red,Italy,"There's an earthy, leathery feel to this wine that recalls button mushroom, forest floor and dried rose petal. It shows an informal, compact disposition in the mouth.",,13,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Giuseppe Lonardi 2010 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-lonardi-2010-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,Giuseppe Lonardi 13.9,Red,US,"A tough wine to praise, although it's certainly drinkable with burgers and such if you're not fussy. It tastes thin and green, with blackberry and mint flavors that are sweet and sour on the finish.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Daniel Gehrs 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Daniel Gehrs 14,Red,Chile,"Brick colored, with herbal aromas of tarragon, skunk and roasted berry. It's hard and high-pitched in the mouth, with herbal flavors of tomato, tea and tart cherry. Pinchy on the finish.",Eco Balance,9,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Emiliana 2008 Eco Balance Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2008-eco-balance-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Emiliana 12.5,Red,Italy,"Released five months after vinification, this youthful red wine offers strange but interesting aromas of forest fruit, blueberry jam or doughy blueberry muffins, cherry liqueur and medicinal herbs. Sweet syrupy flavors are accented by a bright touch of bitterness.",,16,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Le Salette 2010 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-2010-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,Le Salette 12.5,Red,Italy,"This easy-drinking blended red wine opens with offbeat aromas of banana, mixed fruit salad and sour cherry. With more time in the glass, those bright fruit aromas are slowly replaced by spice and almond flavors.",,15,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Novaia 2010 Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novaia-2010-red-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2010,Novaia 13,White,US,"While sweet with cream, baked apple and warm oak notes on the nose, Bellangelo's Chardonnay is a bit underripe on the palate with a subtle green apple and pear profile. Overall, a bit lacking in intensity, but finishes on a pleasant hazelnut note.",,15,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bellangelo 2009 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellangelo-2009-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2009,Bellangelo 12.5,Red,US,"This soft, simple wine has minty, vegetal flavors alongside jammy blackberries. It's also aggressive in acidity.",Coastal Series,18,83,California,California Other,California,Arrow Creek 2010 Coastal Series Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrow-creek-2010-coastal-series-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Arrow Creek 13.9,Red,US,"Made from undisclosed varieties, this is a toughly textured, rugged wine. It has sweet, jammy flavors of red berries, cola and spices.",,11,83,California,California Other,California,Doon Buggy 2009 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doon-buggy-2009-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Doon Buggy 13,White,Chile,"Gets going with basic apple and pear aromas, but with time things break up and a pickled essence sets in. The palate is decent in feel, with generic apple, melon and a touch of vanilla. An o.k. Chardonnay on its best day.",,9,83,Maule Valley,,,Sundance 2010 Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sundance-2010-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Sundance 13.8,Red,Portugal,"Finely balanced, elegant wine, its acidity deliciously integrated with firm tannins and red berry fruits. There is the potential for aging here, with the mineral edge from the chalk (calcário) soil, but it is very drinkable now.",Nossa Calcário,62,91,Bairrada,,,Filipa Pato 2009 Nossa Calcário Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filipa-pato-2009-nossa-calcario-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2009,Filipa Pato 14.5,Red,Australia,"Not a fruit bomb at all, this is a harmonious Cabernet, one that gracefully combines cedar and vanilla from oak aging with richly textured cassis fruit. It's full bodied and firmly structured, with a long, elegant finish. Drink 2014–2020.",Eric Stevens Purbrick,51,91,Victoria,Nagambie Lakes,,Tahbilk 2005 Eric Stevens Purbrick Cabernet Sauvignon (Nagambie Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-2005-eric-stevens-purbrick-cabernet-sauvignon-nagambie-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Tahbilk 14,Red,South Africa,"There's no doubt as to why they call this wine “The Mint,” as the first whafts of the bouquet provide an unquestionable mentholated aroma with a backdrop of black plum and currant fruit. Glimmers of crushed violet petals and mocha develop in the silky mouth, with the fine well-integrated tannins sticking through the lingering close. Enjoyable now but cellar-worthy for another couple of years.",The Mint,45,91,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2008 The Mint Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2008-mint-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Thelema ,White,US,"A beautiful Chardonnay marked by vibrant acidity, like a generous squeeze of lime, and elegant flavors of lemons, limes and pineapples, with a hint of gooseberry and a smoky overlay of oak. Made in a leaner, low alcohol but complex style, it's a great wine for shellfish.",,32,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Dierberg 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dierberg-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Dierberg 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This is a very nice Cab at an extremely friendly price. Smoke and deep black fruit are the first impressions from the bouquet, with aromas of whole tobacco leaf and balsamic reduction appearing upon further nosing. Filling and velvety in the mouth, a kiss of charred oak and roasted cocoa nibs remain through the close.",The Glass Collection,18,90,Stellenbosch,,,Glenelly 2009 The Glass Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenelly-2009-glass-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Glenelly 13.5,White,US,"Fragrant and varietal, with sharp-edged scents and flavors. Lemon polish, pine needle and citrus rind give it a compelling pungency. It broadens out in the midpalate, with stone fruit flavors piling on.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2009 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2009-stillwater-creek-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2009,Novelty Hill 14,Red,South Africa,"Deep, dark and concentrated with serious notes of blackberry, cassis and plum flesh all laced with a menthol edge. Accents of fruit cake and sweet spice dance in the finish. Balanced and full in the mouth, the fine but present tannins and moderate acidity offer the promise of longevity; drink now–2015.",,35,90,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Kanonkop 2009 Pinotage (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanonkop-2009-pinotage-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2009,Kanonkop ,White,US,"Aromatically inviting, with a lovely mix of sweet grass and light, fresh sugar pea scents. Tart, spicy passionfruit, grapefruit and starfruit flavors contribute to a lovely bottle of Sauvignon Blanc, with plenty of acidity that does not turn at all sour.",,9,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Washington Hills 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/washington-hills-2010-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Washington Hills 13,Red,France,"With its rich tannins, this wine combines toastiness with swathes of black currant fruits. It has a dusty texture, giving it a structured, severe edge for aging.",Les Tours de Cantinot,,90,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Blaye,,Château Cantinot 2009 Les Tours de Cantinot (Premieres Côtes de Blaye),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantinot-2009-tours-red-premieres-cotes-blaye/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Cantinot 13.5,Red,France,"Rounded and smooth, this wine has fine acidity to go with its black plum and herbal flavors. The fruit is full in the mouth, richly spiced, while also textured with dusty tannins. Worth aging, but deliciously juicy now.",,,90,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château les Cèdres 2009 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cedres-2009-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château les Cèdres 15,Red,Spain,"A single-vineyard Garnacha that's ripe and sultry. There's earth and oak on the mineral-tinged nose and then smooth flavors of blackberry, baked plum and spice. Feels soft and mature for Garnacha, and therein lies the secret of Montsant: The better wines (like this one) have a pleasant, friendly quality to them.",Cabrida,55,90,Catalonia,Montsant,,Capçanes 2008 Cabrida Garnacha (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capcanes-2008-cabrida-grenache-garnacha-montsant/,Garnacha,2008,Capçanes 14,Red,Spain,"Well-applied oak is the greeting; it's mildly lemony and minty. Tight and focused on the palate, with cherry and plum flavors and tannic structure. Turns a touch herbal in the midpalate due to 50% Cabernet in the blend, but the Garnacha and Carignan half keep it in the right lane. Tasty and stylish, with regional style.",Costers del Gravet,20,90,Catalonia,Montsant,,Capçanes 2007 Costers del Gravet Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capcanes-2007-costers-gravet-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2007,Capçanes ,Red,US,"Lots to like in this vigorous young Pinot Noir. It's completely dry and complex, with a tantalizing balance of ripe cherry, cola and pomegranate fruit and earthier notes of mushrooms, herbs and minerals. Plenty of acidity, too, which gives it a pleasant scour. Drink now.",Drum Canyon Vineyard,48,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Dierberg 2008 Drum Canyon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dierberg-2008-drum-canyon-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Dierberg 13.5,White,Portugal,"Alvarinho away from the north of Portugal gives a much creamier style of wine and makes a fine partner with Chardonnay. So this is ripe, full-bodied, with tropical fruit flavors as well as kiwi. It has just the right acidity, well-balanced, worth aging another year.",DFJ Alvarinho/Chardonnay,,90,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 DFJ Alvarinho/Chardonnay White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-dfj-alvarinho-chardonnay-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2010,DFJ Vinhos 14.9,White,US,"A rare Sauvignon Blanc from the Carneros region, this bottle is rich and full bodied. Made with one-quarter new French oak, it has a buttered toast and vanilla richness alongside ultraripe, long hangtime pineapple, citron, lime and honeysuckle flavors. A complex wine to drink now.",Hyde Vineyards,28,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Selene 2010 Hyde Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selene-2010-hyde-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Selene 12.5,White,US,"Von Strasser, which was early to introduce this variety to California, continues to dominate the scores. The wine nicely combines a minerally dryness with sweet apricot, lime, peach, honey and vanilla flavors, finished with a fine scour of acidity.",Estate Vineyard,35,91,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2010 Estate Vineyard Grüner Veltliner (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2010-estate-vineyard-gruner-veltliner-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Von Strasser 14.8,Red,US,"Give this wine time in the bottle. At the age of four years, it's still dry and hard in tannins, with a lockdown mouthfeel. Shows a good core of blackberries, cherries and cassis, with a rich oak overlay. The tannins, acids and a firm minerality suggest extended aging. Hold until 2013, at least.",,120,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Tierra Roja 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tierra-roja-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tierra Roja 14.3,Red,US,"It's a difficult challenge to blend six different grapes into a wine without sacrificing focus, but winemaker Rob Newsom has done a splendid job with this new vintage of Marie's View. Roughly a third Cabernet and a third Syrah, which provide a potent core of deep red and black fruits, the wine is nuanced with layers of spice, leaf, toasted grain, loam and coffee grounds. Fine acids promise a long life.",Marie's View,80,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Den Hoed 2007 Marie's View Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/den-hoed-2007-maries-view-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2007,Den Hoed 14.5,Red,Spain,"An outstanding Bordeaux-style blend from Spain. Ripe and lusty aromas of deep berry fruits, vanilla and balsam shavings are excellent. Weighty and saturated on the palate, with elevated cherry, toast, coffee and chocolate flavors. Toes the line between sweet and dry; drink now through 2020.",Reserva Real,162,93,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 2007 Reserva Real Red (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2007-reserva-real-red-penedes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Torres 14.7,Red,US,"At the moment, this is Sparkman's most accessible and complete non-Syrah red from the 2008 vintage. Broad and open, it offers a palate-pleasing mix of herb, pepper, cherry and graphite. Smooth tannins and no trace of alcoholic heat in the finish.",Wilderness Red,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sparkman 2008 Wilderness Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2008-wilderness-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Sparkman 14.5,Red,US,"A blend of Syrah, Mourvèdre and Grenache, and a fancy wine to drink now for its wealth of flavor. Dry, soft and velvety, it shows ripe berry and currant fruit, with earthy, meaty notes and loads of crushed black pepper.",Z Three,42,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2007 Z Three Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2007-z-three-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Zaca Mesa 14,Red,Argentina,"Black cherry and wild berry aromas are tight and don't stray much from center stage. The palate is layered, fresh and spunky, with flavors that match the bouquet in that cherry, wild berry and plum run the show. Toasty and chocolaty on the finish, with a rock-solid feel and bright fruit flavors that don't quit.",Emma,32,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2009 Emma Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2009-emma-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2009,Zuccardi 14.2,White,US,"Quite an interesting wine. A blend of Viognier, Verdelho, Sauvignon Blanc and Vermentino, it's not just a simple mix of leftover batches, but a true attempt at constructing a complex interpretation of terroir. With apricot, tangerine and white peach flavors, it's a fascinating alternative to a dry, crisp white wine.",White4,16,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2010 White4 White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2010-white4-central-coast-paso-robles/,White Blend,2010,Vina Robles 13.5,White,South Africa,"Though sweeter aromas of melon, dried peach and apricot abound in the bouquet, the prominent acidity lifts the mouth and provides vibrancy to the rich fruit flavors on the palate. Woody spice and a touch of tannic astringency adds a nice texture to the finish. Drink now or through 2012.",Private Cellar Barrel Fermented,40,90,Coastal Region,,,Rijk's 2008 Private Cellar Barrel Fermented Chenin Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rijks-2008-private-cellar-barrel-fermented-chenin-blanc-coastal-region/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Rijk's 14.5,Red,South Africa,"With a satiny texture and softened tannins, this is a well-balanced Pinotage that's ready for enjoyment now. Brambly dark berry, Asian spice and sweet mesquite smoke all abound on the nose and mouth, while the long finish carries the charred woody edge even further.",Private Cellar,55,90,Tulbagh,,,Rijk's 2006 Private Cellar Pinotage (Tulbagh),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rijks-2006-private-cellar-pinotage-tulbagh/,Pinotage,2006,Rijk's 14,Red,Argentina,"Red berry aromas with spice and licorice shadings make for a good opening. The wine smacks down hard on the palate, creating a clacky feel to go with plum, berry, herb and spice flavors. Serious and full, with juiciness, grabby tannins and a toasty coffee-laden finish. Malbec, Syrah and Merlot.",Barrel Selection Red Wine,53,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Proemio 2006 Barrel Selection Red Wine Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/proemio-2006-barrel-selection-red-wine-mendoza/,Red Blend,2006,Proemio 14.4,Red,US,"Lots of tannins in this wine, which comes from this fine vineyard in Rutherford. Feels tough and resistant now, despite a gigantic core of dark chocolate, blackberries and black cherry sour candy. This big, sturdy Cab needs time. Hold until after 2013, for starters.",Morisoli Vineyard,90,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequoia Grove 2007 Morisoli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2007-morisoli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sequoia Grove 14,Red,South Africa,A beautiful wine that shows true Cab Franc character in it's core of tobacco leaf and spicy berry fruit. Bramble and black cherry add depth to the medium-weight mouth as fine tannins coat your entire palate but fade gracefully into the slightly smoky and ashy finish. Expressive yet balanced; drink now–2014.,,30,90,Stellenbosch,,,Raats Family 2008 Cabernet Franc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raats-family-2008-cabernet-franc-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Raats Family 13,White,Portugal,"A delicious lemon- and apricot-flavored wine, smooth and richly textured. There is a taut, edgy character that keeps the wine structured as well as freshly fruity. For keeping a year.",Azeo,25,90,Douro,,,Quinta de São José 2010 Azeo White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-sao-jose-2010-azeo-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2010,Quinta de São José 15,Red,Australia,"This is a full-bodied, reasonably lush example of Coonawarra Shiraz, with hints of mint and pepper accenting bright berry fruit. Despite the 15% abv, there's no apparent heat, just increased volume. Drink now–2020.",Hyland,20,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2008 Hyland Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2008-hyland-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2008,Penley Estate 14.5,Red,Australia,"The blend of 70% Cabernet and 30% Merlot spent 15 months in French oak, yielding a medium-bodied wine that shows classically restrained Cabernet character on the midpalate. Cedar, tobacco and cassis mingle easily, shading into chocolate on the slightly warm finish. Drink now–2016.",Polish Hill River,,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pauletts 2006 Polish Hill River Cabernet Merlot (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pauletts-2006-polish-hill-river-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-merlot-clare-valley/,Cabernet Merlot,2006,Pauletts 14.6,Red,US,"Behind a Plain Jane label is a wine with real force. Densely packed with kirsch and chocolate flavors, this wine rests on top of bright acidity, that seems to punch the fruit down and into the palate, while setting up the toasty barrel flavors and taking some of the rough edge off the tannins. Decant it.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Patterson 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patterson-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Patterson 11.5,White,US,"Right on the borderline between dry and sweet, this richly fruity Riesling is packed with flavors of peach, apricot, pear, a hint of mint, and a streak of wet stone. There is a lot going on for such an inexpensive wine.",,10,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pacific Rim 2010 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-rim-2010-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Pacific Rim 12,White,Portugal,"Showing some of the warmth of 2009, as well as the concentration of old vines, this is a rich wine with pure pear and melon fruits and balanced acidity. It's stylish, ready to drink, but could age for another year.",Vinhas Velhas,,90,Beiras,,,Luis Pato 2009 Vinhas Velhas White (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-pato-2009-vinhas-velhas-white-beiras/,Portuguese White,2009,Luis Pato 14.3,Red,US,"Polished and elegant, in the Merryvale style, this is a fresh, young Pinot Noir to appreciate now for its ripe fruitiness. Shows flavors of raspberry and cherry pie filling with the spices, vanilla and smoky sweet sandalwood. So delicious and easy to drink.",,35,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Merryvale 2009 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2009-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Merryvale 13,White,Portugal,"Delicious creamy wood-aged wine, elegant and aromatic. Flavors swirl easily here from red apples to lemon to a touch of pineapple. It is ripe while also very fresh. The finish is round, the wood hints showing through.",Quinta da Garrida Reserva Branco,15,90,Dão,,,Garrida 2010 Quinta da Garrida Reserva Branco Encruzado (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garrida-2010-quinta-reserva-branco-portuguese-white-encruzado-dao/,Encruzado,2010,Garrida 14.2,Red,US,"This was previewed more than a year ago, and needed the extra time to fill out and show its best. Treated a a pure varietal wine, the Malbec takes well to extended aging in three quarters new oak. That toasty oak wraps around brambly berries, sweet spice, black cherry and plum pudding flavors.",Estate,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2007 Estate Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2007-estate-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2007,Gamache 15,Red,Argentina,"A full-force Malbec with classy black fruit, rubber, cassis and balsamic aromas. The palate sports a nice mouthfeel, fine balance and tasty flavors of herbs, blackberry, roasted plum and chocolate. Elegant but strong, with layering and a lot of qualities for a $20 wine.",,20,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Andina 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-andina-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Cruz Andina 14.5,Red,Australia,"Masterfully combines savory and sweet elements, seamlessly blending cedar, meat and black olive notes with dark chocolate and plum. This is a full-on, lush and creamy Shiraz, with a long, powerful finish that inspires sip after sip. Drink now–2020.",RSW,60,93,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Wirra Wirra 2007 RSW Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-2007-rsw-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Wirra Wirra 14.5,Red,US,"L'Ecole is one of the three partners in the Seven Hills vineyard, and sources its grapes from some of the oldest vines. The blend includes 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Cabernet Franc, tight and spicy at first, then opening into a deeply flavored, brambly wine with a vivid mix of berry and stone. Firm tannins anchor it solidly and the overall structure suggests it could age for at least a decade, maybe two.",Seven Hills Vineyard Estate,37,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2008 Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2008-seven-hills-vineyard-estate-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2008,L'Ecole No. 41 14,White,Portugal,"The wine has power and considerable wood flavors at this young stage. It also has concentration of white and yellow fruits, well laced with acidity. Powerful while always balanced and stylish.",Rubrica Branco,25,93,Alentejano,,,Luis Duarte 2009 Rubrica Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-duarte-2009-rubrica-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2009,Luis Duarte 14.4,Red,US,"The vineyard is in the southerly oak Knoll District, and the wine shows the region's coolness in a fine, dry structure of acids and tannins. It's deeply flavored in blackberries, cassis, dark chocolate and herbs. This is a gorgeous, rich, sumptuous wine, but it needs time. Hold until after 2014, and it could go for far longer.",Lamoreaux Vineyard,90,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequoia Grove 2007 Lamoreaux Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-2007-lamoreaux-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sequoia Grove 13.5,White,US,"Cold Creek is a great Chardonnay site, and winemaker Mike Januik has been making wine from these grapes since his years at Chateau Ste. Michelle. A sleek, sculptural, finely detailed effort, this mixes pretty orange and citrus and light tropical fruits with racy acidity and subtle streaks of butterscotch and caramel.",Cold Creek Vineyard,25,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2009 Cold Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2009-cold-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Januik 14.4,Red,US,"An elegant, supple, toasty, very tasty Cabernet Franc from one of the oldest vineyards on the Wahluke Slope. Winemaker Mike Januik carefully sculpts his flavors, running threads of black cherry, baking chocolate, espresso, loam, sandalwood, caramel and coconut through the core of this exceptional wine. Drink young or cellar and let it evolve—it's a winner either way.",Weinbau Vineyard,35,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Januik 2008 Weinbau Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2008-weinbau-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Januik 14.9,Red,US,"This is finished in a dense, dark, super-saturated style, and aged in two thirds new French oak barrels. Grainy, smoky, ripe tannins wrap around deep cassis, black cherry and black olive, with occasional whiffs of truffle. For those who love a blockbuster style, this wine rocks. Just a little heat in the finish.",Reckoning,39,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Adams Bench 2008 Reckoning Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adams-bench-2008-reckoning-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Adams Bench 14.55,Red,US,"This has lovely and deep black fruits, with smoke and toast from the barrel aging. There's a streak of caramel and a hint of coconut, good balance and length, and less obvious burn and astringency than the more recent vintages.",V Reserve,42,93,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Adams Bench 2006 V Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adams-bench-2006-v-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Adams Bench 14.5,Red,US,"Winemaker Chris Camarda is antiformulaic; his wines in 2008 feature radically different blends from the 2007s. This is a third each Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cab Franc. It reflects the vineyard's penchant for tart berry fruit set atop astringent, mineral-driven tannins. It's tight and dense, with vertical power. Flavors roll gracefully into a medium-length finish.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,55,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Andrew Will 2008 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2008-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Andrew Will 14.2,Red,US,"Effusively fruity, bursting with ripe scents and flavors of berries and cherries. There is an interesting underlayer of earthy peat moss, just as an accent. The concentration is exceptional, dense and layered and constantly reinventing itself as it rolls through a spicy, herbal finish.",God Only Knows,70,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2008 God Only Knows Grenache (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2008-god-only-knows-grenache-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Grenache,2008,Cayuse 14.9,Red,US,"Smooth and rich, a flashy Cabernet that impresses for sheer opulence. Notable especially for the texture, with perfectly ripe, rounded tannins, and the blackberry and cassis flavors are very fine. Another success from the fabulous 2007 vintage in Napa Valley.",Stephanie,50,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hestan 2007 Stephanie Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hestan-2007-stephanie-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hestan 14,Red,Portugal,"Fermented in open lagars, this wine is luscious with wonderful depth of black fruit flavor, spice and acidity. It has hints of wood, although these are already well integrated into the ripe fruit. Age this wine for at least 3–4 years.",Reserva,54,93,Alentejano,,,Herdade dos Grous 2008 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grous-2008-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Herdade dos Grous 14.5,Red,US,"Another great success from Merryvale. Somehow they manage to make red wines that are ripe, oaky and opulent, yet maintain balance so that you can drink it over the course of a meal without the flavors palling. Dry and tannicly sophisticated, it shows complex waves of blackberries, cassis, cherries and sweet, smoky cedar.",,65,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Merryvale 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Intense and concentrated, full of fruit, tannic structure and richness. It comes from a fine vintage and shows the ripe fruit, rich berry and red plum character, along with a more austere, ageworthy edge. A very fine wine, and one worth keeping for 5–6 years.",Reserva,29,93,Dão,,,Quinta dos Roques 2007 Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roques-2007-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta dos Roques 14,Red,Portugal,"A big wine in every sense, dark in color, the fruit supremely rich without being excessive. It is very structured within its opulent framework. Likely to age well, this is concentrated, dense.",Reserva,45,93,Alentejo,,,Quinta do Quetzal 2008 Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-quetzal-2008-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Quetzal ,Red,US,"Tall Tales is a new designation for the winery's reserve Syrah. It's unfined, unfiltered and unabashed—a potent, powerful wine which teeters on the edge of bitterness. But within its compact and textural body are lively flavors of boysenberry and coffee grounds, tobacco and vanilla, cola and rock. It pushes deep into the palate and extends into a complex and long-lasting finish.",Tall Tales,53,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2008 Tall Tales Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2008-tall-tales-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Dusted Valley 14,Red,Portugal,"An impressive wine, with spice, intense ripe black berry fruits and a solid core of tannins. It has power without being overwhelming, densely textured and ready to age for several years.",Marka Reserva,39,93,Douro,,,Durham-Agrellos 2008 Marka Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durham-agrellos-2008-marka-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Durham-Agrellos ,Red,US,"Half Cabernet Sauvignon, and half Syrah, this vintage of Protagonist is entirely different (in both blend and vineyard sources) from the 2007. Sharp and peppery from the cool vintage Syrah, it introduces intriguing scents and accents of cayenne and bitter chocolate. The herbal flavors are more evident than in the other J. Bookwalter releases from 2008, but well blended and balanced.",Protagonist Red,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2008 Protagonist Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2008-protagonist-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,J. Bookwalter 13,Dessert,South Africa,"The first nosing strongly suggests a square of pure, fresh honeycomb, but it's closely followed by attractive notes of baking spice, candied orange peel, apple pie and dried apricot. Spicy notes of clove and ginger show real staying power on the finish, while appropriately assertive acidity keeps things fresh in the mouth.",T Noble Late Harvest,55,91,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2006 T Noble Late Harvest Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2006-t-noble-late-harvest-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2006,Ken Forrester ,White,US,"Another in a string of great Sauvignon Blancs from Hall. The wine is richly textured in citrus, green apple and peach flavors, with a zingy hint of gooseberry. Acidity is crisp, and the finish is curiously dry and sweet in honey at the same time.",,22,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Hall 14.9,White,US,"As always with this vineyard, the wine is superripe, almost overripe, with extracted pineapple, pear, nectarine and peach flavors that are impossibly ripe. New oak adds even richer vanilla, caramel and buttered toast notes. Great acidity and a firm minerality fortunately balance all this flamboyance, but it's still a pretty powerful Chardonnay. Drink with rich lobster, scallop and tuna dishes.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,40,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Talbott 2009 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2009-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,Talbott ,Red,Portugal,"An intensely structured wine, very ripe but also floral, perfumed and aromatic. There is power in this smooth, creamy character, which has rich berry fruits to go with the tannins.",Quinta de Cabriz Four C,,91,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2009 Quinta de Cabriz Four C Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2009-quinta-cabriz-four-c-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2009,Dão Sul 11.5,White,Australia,"This wine seems a bit sweaty at first, but with a little aeration it becomes more toasty and citrusy. Hints of honey and tangerine mark the palate, but with its modest alcohol and crisp acidity, it never seems heavy at all. Try as an apéritif or with seafood.",Ephraim Clarke,35,91,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cullen 2009 Ephraim Clarke Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cullen-2009-ephraim-clarke-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-margaret-river/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2009,Cullen 15,Red,US,"Superbly executed, setting its ripe berry fruit flavors in a tart, citrusy framework. Deep and persistent, it hints at a subtle subtext of composted earth, but shows no trace of excess from its 15% alcohol.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,L'Ecole No. 41 14.9,Red,Argentina,"A little charred and hard on the nose, with licorice, pepper, mint and coffee aromas. The palate is perfectly balanced and quite generous, with massive blackberry and chocolate flavors. Spicy and long on the finish, with mocha notes. Definitely a ripe, big-boned wine.",El Origen Gran Reserva,20,91,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Finca El Origen 2009 El Origen Gran Reserva Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-origen-2009-origen-gran-reserva-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2009,Finca El Origen 12.8,White,US,"Chris Dowsett makes just a single Gewürztraminer each year, always from Celilo vines planted in 1982. 2010 was the coolest vintage in two decades at this high-altitude site. If you love searing acidity, married to varietal spice, rose petals, lemons, grapefruit, star fruit and gooseberries, you are in for a treat. Fermented in neutral French oak and left on the lees, this could age for decades.",Celilo Vineyard,22,91,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Dowsett Family 2010 Celilo Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dowsett-family-2010-celilo-vineyard-gewurztraminer-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Dowsett Family 13.5,White,Portugal,"With its new wood flavors, this is a ripe wine with a Chardonnay-like richness. It has an opulent feel, flavors of white currants and vanilla combining easily with a lighter, fresher acidity.",Catarina,12,91,Setubal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2010 Catarina White (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2010-catarina-white-setubal/,Portuguese White,2010,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Warm and rich, showing a ripe side of the Baga grape. It has red berry fruits, lined with tannins, wood and juicy acidity. The dry edge is well balanced with the fruitiness to give a fine mineral aftertaste.",Reserva,32,91,Bairrada,,,Ataíde Semedo 2009 Reserva Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ataide-semedo-2009-reserva-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2009,Ataíde Semedo 14.6,Red,US,"This is very dense, with a strong Bourbon barrel flavor component. The fruit is tight, the structure is balanced, and the mouthfeel massive. The tannins are matched to the density of the fruit, and add both mass and texture, though some tasters will definitely notice some burn in the finish.",Reckoning,34,91,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Adams Bench 2007 Reckoning Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adams-bench-2007-reckoning-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Adams Bench 14.5,Red,US,"Licorice-laden strawberry and raspberry fruit anchors a wine that enters softly and expands into a full-bodied midpalate. There is a lovely melding of bramble, berry, underbrush, barrel toast and mocha, and a satin-smooth finish.",Two Blondes Vineyard,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Andrew Will 2008 Two Blondes Vineyard Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2008-two-blondes-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Andrew Will 12.5,White,Portugal,"A splendid Alvarinho, produced in the southern Vinho Verde region, with ripe creaminess as well as shafts of lime juice and grapefruit. It's ready to drink, while it could age for another year.",,13,91,Minho,,,Aveleda 2010 Alvarinho (Minho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2010-albarino-alvarinho-minho/,Alvarinho,2010,Aveleda 14.5,Red,US,"This could be labeled Cabernet Sauvignon, which is 80% of the blend. It's all old vine Champoux vineyard fruit, with a beguiling blend of herb, bramble, spice, cedar and chocolate. Smooth and polished, still wound a bit tight, and fairly astringent.",Sorella,65,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Andrew Will 2008 Sorella Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2008-sorella-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Andrew Will 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Impressively structured and fruity wine. A tarry texture, sweet juicy black fruits, a solid and concentrated core—all come together in a firm, ageworthy wine. Keep for 3–4 years.",Colheita,21,91,Dão,,,Vinha Paz 2009 Colheita Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinha-paz-2009-colheita-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2009,Vinha Paz 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Intense stuff, with foresty, forceful aromas of blackberry, black cherry, char, mineral and toast. The palate is quite thick and dense, with baked and spicy blackberry flavors offset by herbal notes. Concentrated and minty, with a bullish finish.",Vineyard Selection,70,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Perdriel 2006 Vineyard Selection Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-perdriel-2006-vineyard-selection-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2006,Finca Perdriel 14,Red,Argentina,"Spicy, concentrated aromas of leather, berry fruit and dried cheddar cheese lead to a lush, balanced palate with heft, acidity and tasty flavors of chocolate, coffee and spiced blackberry. Full, long and flavorful on the finish. A big Malbec but one that's well balanced.",Plata,25,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gauchezco 2009 Plata Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gauchezco-2009-plata-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Gauchezco 12.8,White,US,"With 1.7% residual sugar keeping the alcohol at 12.8%, this fresh and lively Riesling, from veteran growers, has the complex mix of citrus, pineapple, rind and rock that puts Washington's best in a league of their own. Rich and bracing and fully ready to drink.",Estate,18,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2009 Estate Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2009-estate-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Gamache 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Tight and deep, with leather, dried cheese and full berry aromas. The palate is jammy and lush in feel, with roasted, mile-deep berry and licorice flavors. A fine Malbec that's easy to drink and black in style; the finish runs long and solid as berry fruit and toasty oak hold court. Drink now through 2013.",Gran,40,91,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Pulenta 2008 Gran Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pulenta-estate-2008-gran-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2008,Pulenta 14.4,Red,US,"A standout Syrah from the first whiff, which brings smoked meats and umami-soaked mushrooms up from the glass. There's plenty of boysenberry fruit flavor also, and the wine finds a perfect balance among the fruit, acid, earth and tannins.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2008 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2008-stillwater-creek-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Novelty Hill 15,Red,Australia,"This luxury release from Heathcote has been a steady performer over the years, and the 2007 boasts the same plush, velvety texture that prior vintages have shown. Prune plum and cracked pepper mark the nose, followed by rich, ripe, chocolaty flavors. The only question will be, is it too fudge-like? Drink over the near term.",,70,91,Victoria,Heathcote,,Cluster M45 2007 Shiraz (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cluster-m45-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-heathcote/,Shiraz,2007,Cluster M45 13,White,Portugal,"Rich and rounded, this is an impressive ripe wine, its almond and green plum flavors given great concentration. It is unctuous, smooth, revealing layers of complex flavors.",Nossa Branco,,91,Beiras,,,Filipa Pato 2009 Nossa Branco Bical (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filipa-pato-2009-nossa-branco-portuguese-white-bical-beiras/,Bical,2009,Filipa Pato 14.5,Red,Australia,"Penfolds Chief Winemaker Peter Gago is enthusiastic about his 2008 Shirazes, including this blend of 52% Cabernet and 48% Shiraz. Bin 389 continues to represent excellent value in a cellar-worthy red; it's richly fruited, with oak in matching intensity yet not jammy or oaky, and the velvety finish lasts a good long time. Drink now–2025, and probably beyond.",Bin 389,36,91,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2008 Bin 389 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2008-bin-389-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2008,Penfolds 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A fascinating mix of Bordeaux and Portuguese grapes results in a wine that is both structured and attractively generous. Wood aging shows through although not excessively, the main character being the firm fruit tannins and black fruit concentration. Worth aging two more years.",Quinta da Pancas Reserva,,91,Lisboa,,,Companhia das Quintas 2008 Quinta da Pancas Reserva Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2008-quinta-da-pancas-reserva-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,Companhia das Quintas 14.9,Red,US,"Pure Cabernet Franc, boasting truly ripe, lovely red and purple berry fruits, married to peppery highlights. The expected herbal underbrush is there, but tamed and wrapped in polished tannins with a toasty finish. Fine effort.",Estate,24,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2008 Estate Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2008-estate-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Gamache 15,Red,South Africa,"Intense and concentrated with thick notes of all-fruit preserves, tree bark, cigar leaf and old campfire throughout the nose and mouth. The velvety texture is amped up with assertive, lip-smacking tannins and a gripping finish that lingers endlessly. Hints of cassis skin and black tea astringency leave you primed for more.",,27,91,Stellenbosch,,,Rust en Vrede 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rust-en-vrede-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Rust en Vrede 13.5,Red,Portugal,"The long historical connection between Portugal and England is commemorated in this finely structured wine. With its powerful dry tannins and big chunky fruit and wood, the wine shows an imposing presence. The ripe fruits and tannins promise at least five years aging.",Magna Carta Reserva,,91,Alentejano,,,Caves Velhas 2009 Magna Carta Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2009-magna-carta-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Caves Velhas 13.5,White,Portugal,"Big, ripe- fruited wine, full of apricot and peach flavors, a fine rounded texture, smooth and creamy. There is a great tangy citrus finish. Impressive, ripe and rich, definitely for food.",Grande Escolha,15,91,Vinho Verde,,,Casa do Valle 2010 Grande Escolha White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-do-valle-2010-grande-escolha-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Casa do Valle 14.7,Red,US,"A fine, sappy, crisply structured Cabernet Franc from one of the oldest sites in the Wahluke Slope AVA. There is a wildness to the brambly fruit, laced with peppery herbs and elevated with bright acids. Everything is in balance, and seems poised for a long life ahead.",Weinbau Vineyard,39,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Three Rivers 2008 Weinbau Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2008-weinbau-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Three Rivers 14.5,Red,Australia,"At six years of age, this wine shows finely integrated fruit and oak, with the two merging seamlessly into shadings of cedar, meat, spice cake and leather. It's full bodied and intense, solidly built; firm without being tough and crisp without being hard-edged. Drink now–2020.",Eric Stevens Purbrick,51,91,Victoria,Nagambie Lakes,,Tahbilk 2005 Eric Stevens Purbrick Shiraz (Nagambie Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-2005-eric-stevens-purbrick-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-nagambie-lakes/,Shiraz,2005,Tahbilk 12.5,White,Spain,"What a beauty this is. Strong-boned apple, green melon and minerally aromas are the greeting. The palate is pure and right, with piercing pineapple, lime and mild briney notes. Lasting and true late, with quality oozing up from the glass.",Pie Franco,28,91,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Blanco Nieva 2010 Pie Franco Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blanco-nieva-2010-pie-franco-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Blanco Nieva 14.4,Red,US,"Citrus oil, cherries, clean earth and sweet coffee notes configure this well-crafted Syrah from McKinley Springs vineyard grapes. More flavors emerge with time—black olive and pepper, dried herbs and sandalwood. Bright and assertive, with precisely defined tannins.",,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Robert Ramsay 2007 Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-ramsay-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2007,Robert Ramsay 13.5,White,Portugal,"With more than a hint of wood, this is a spicy, rounded wine that feels rich and smooth textured. With Sémillon in the blend with local Douro grapes, there is a full-bodied feel to this serious wine.",Aneto Branco Reserva,,91,Douro,,,Sobredos 2009 Aneto Branco Reserva White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobredos-2009-aneto-branco-reserva-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Sobredos 14.8,Red,US,"This is half Syrah and half Cabernet Sauvignon, a popular style in Washington. Done well, as it is here, it marries the black fruits and herbal highlights of the Cab to the earthy, spicy flavors of Syrah. Still young and almost grapey, it is finished with ripe, substantial tannins.",Double Vision Red,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2008 Double Vision Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2008-double-vision-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Woodinville Wine Cellars 14.5,Red,Australia,"Full bodied, rich and creamy on the palate, this is a lush Shiraz ready for immediate consumption. It delivers intense dark fruit flavors with the merest hint of raisining, ending on a chocolaty note.",Woodhenge,30,91,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Wirra Wirra 2007 Woodhenge Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-2007-woodhenge-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2007,Wirra Wirra 13.5,White,Portugal,"Wood-aged wine, smooth and rich. The yellow fruits dominate the light hint of toast, with the concentration of old vines giving extra complexity.",Lua Cheia em Vinhas Velhas Reserva,15,91,Douro,,,Wines & Winemakers 2009 Lua Cheia em Vinhas Velhas Reserva White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2009-lua-cheia-em-vinhas-velhas-reserva-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Wines & Winemakers 14,Red,Portugal,"A smoky aroma and dark chocolate flavors gives the wine a brooding feel. It has considerable weight to go with the spice, wood and black plum fruits. It could do with 2 years aging.",Abreu Callado Reserva,22,91,Alentejano,,,Wines & Winemakers 2009 Abreu Callado Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2009-abreu-callado-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Wines & Winemakers 14.4,Red,US,"A fine Cabernet, more elegant than many more rustic Cabs that come out of this hot, interior Sonoma County valley. The wine is fully dry, but the blackberry fruit is sweetly strong and spicy, and the tannins are wonderfully fine. Drink over the next five years.",,34,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,J. Keverson 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-keverson-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,J. Keverson 14.4,Red,US,"A provocative wine. If you're tired of soft, oaky red wines, try this Rhône-style blend. It's super dry, rich in furry tannins and has a good cut of acidity that gives brightness to the wild cherry and raspberry, chamomile tea, nettle, lavender and black pepper flavors.",Le Cigare Volant,35,91,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bonny Doon 2007 Le Cigare Volant Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-2007-le-cigare-volant-red-central-coast/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Bonny Doon 13.5,Red,US,"With an official alcohol of only 13.5%, this is one of the leanest Syrahs ever to emerge from this famous vineyard. It's bone dry, zingy in acidity and tannic, and the cherry and berry flavors flirt with earthier notes of tobacco and dried Provençal herbs. Feels narrow gauge at first, but grows in the glass as it airs, becoming increasingly elegant and interesting.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,40,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bonny Doon 2007 Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-2007-bien-nacido-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2007,Bonny Doon 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A rich Malbec with graham cracker, pastry, blackberrry and boysenberry aromas. Talk about super concentrated; this is thick but balanced, with tannic grip and dark, baked flavors of berry and chocolate. Bulky on the finish, with peppery spice, vanilla and a touch of heat.",Punto Final Reserva,20,91,Mendoza Province,Perdriel,,Bodega Renacer 2008 Punto Final Reserva Malbec (Perdriel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-renacer-2008-punto-final-reserva-malbec-perdriel/,Malbec,2008,Bodega Renacer 13.5,Red,France,"Rich and ripe, this is a full-bodied wine that has great plum and sweet blackberry flavors and good concentration. Firm in texture, the dusty tannins giving further density. For aging over 5–6 years.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Jean-Faure 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jean-faure-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Jean-Faure 14.5,Red,Australia,"Not only is this a great value, but it exhibits completely different character from many of its competitors. It starts off smoky, then adds raspberry fruit and builds layers of savory complexity on top, culminating in a finish that features crisp berry flavors and tapenade. Full bodied and intense, with moderate tannins; drink now–2008.",Cliff Edge,20,91,Victoria,Victoria,,Mount Langi Ghiran 2006 Cliff Edge Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-langi-ghiran-2006-cliff-edge-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,2006,Mount Langi Ghiran 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Ripe blackberry aromas are accented by herbal notes, tomato, cedar and tobacco. The palate is full and walled in by big tannins, while the flavor profile is ripe, masculine and centered on black fruit, mocha and coffee. Toasty and oaky late, with tobacco on the finish. A serious wine with obvious qualities.",Lindaflor Petite Fleur,30,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Monteviejo 2008 Lindaflor Petite Fleur Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteviejo-2008-lindaflor-petite-fleur-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2008,Monteviejo 14.5,Red,Spain,"Smoky, meaty and attractive from the start, with vanilla, tobacco, plum, berry and herbal notes on the nose. Rich, layered and fairly tannic in the mouth, with flavors of tobacco, coconut, sweet berry and cassis. Long, stylish and nice on the finish; a well-oaked blend of 50% Tempranillo, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Merlot.",s. XII Cluny,24,91,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Monastir 2006 s. XII Cluny Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monastir-2006-s-xii-cluny-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2006,Monastir 14.2,Red,US,"A red Rhône-style blend based on Syrah, but with small portions of Cinsault, Mourvèdre, Grenache and Counoise in the mix, and all estate-grown. This wine has a lot going on—deep black fruits, thick streaks of composty loam, veins of coffee and licorice, and penetrating, fully ripe tannins. The fruit is immaculate, and there is plenty of natural acidity to buoy up the heavy flavors. A gem.",Red,15,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Olsen Estates 2008 Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olsen-estates-2008-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Olsen Estates 13.5,White,US,"A generous mix of lime, rock, pineapple, vanilla wafer and still more detailed notes that suggest orange, papaya and lemon verbena. Still young and a bit hard; this fine value should be cellarable for up to five years.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,18,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2009 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2009-stillwater-creek-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Novelty Hill 12.5,White,Spain,"Textbook Albariño from what's shaping up into one of Galicia's best years in a long time. This wine is elegant and lightly creamy, with flower blossom and citrus aromas preceding apple, peach and nectarine flavors that are straight from the farm stand. A pure and exemplary wine given that 30,000 cases were made.",,22,91,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,As Laxas 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/as-laxas-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,As Laxas ,White,US,"Minerality, hints of earthy loam and a whiff of barnyard augment this nicely-nuanced wine. Complex, crisp and lingering, it's balanced and threaded with mixed citrus, green apple and some grape skin flavors.",,11,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex Ascent 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-ascent-2010-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Apex Ascent 13,Red,Portugal,"Bringing out the austerity of the Dão, this is a sinewy wine. It has black currant fruits, packed with juicy acidity. The tannins give a taut, dry core, very mineral and steely.",Reserva,37,91,Dão,,,Alvaro Castro 2008 Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alvaro-castro-2008-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Alvaro Castro 12.8,White,US,"Somehow this manages to be intensely fruity, searingly tart and still rounded out with appealing sweetness. It's a dynamic, lively and lingering mix of flavors, running from grapefruit into pear and apricot, with an underlying minerality. Powerful and full-bodied.",Anecdote,15,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2010 Anecdote Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2010-anecdote-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,J. Bookwalter ,Red,US,"A blend of 56% Cab Franc and 44% Merlot, this silky-smooth, mouth-coating wine offers lush fruit flavors of plum and strawberry, spicy and soft. Tannins are beautifully ripened. This is drink-worthy right now, but can be cellared for another half decade.",Antithesis,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),J. Bookwalter 2009 Antithesis Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-bookwalter-2009-antithesis-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,J. Bookwalter 14,Red,US,"Now we're talking. A robust yet restrained take on Mourvèdre from a Rhône specialist in El Dorado, this wine rocks through and through, tasting of dark cherry tart and following that up with excellent texture and length. A 100% version of the variety that might convert doubters of this grape and further prove pockets of the Sierra Foothills' potential are real. Plus at $20, why not try it out?",Classique,20,91,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Holly's Hill 2009 Classique Mourvèdre (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollys-hill-2009-classique-mourvedre-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Mourvèdre,2009,Holly's Hill 14,Red,Portugal,"The American oak aging gives this immediately attractive and juicy wine just that extra spice and vanilla character. It is full, packed with berry fruits that burst in the mouth.",Rapariga da Quinta Colheita Seleccionada,15,91,Alentejano,,,Luis Duarte 2009 Rapariga da Quinta Colheita Seleccionada Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-duarte-2009-rapariga-quinta-colheita-seleccionada-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Luis Duarte 13.5,White,US,"Wonderful as usual, this stellar Chenin Blanc, from 30-year-old old vines at two different Yakima valley sites, is dense, ripe and complex—words you rarely see associated with reviews of domestic Chenin Blanc. A riot of melon, citrus and peach, with juicy acidity and refreshing minerality.",,15,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2010 Chenin Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2010-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Chenin Blanc,2010,L'Ecole No. 41 13.8,Red,US,"Elerding vineyard Cabernet, done in a spicy, tart, tight style. The fruit is absolutely lovely, and the oak treatment (half new) not at all intrusive. Young, tight, tart and incredibly compact, this lovely expression of Washington Cabernet can be enjoyed now, or cellared for up to a decade.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Stottle 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stottle-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Stottle 14,Red,US,"Smooth as silk, its lush fruit seamlessly integrated with generous barrel flavors, this oak-aged, ripe Merlot marries its deep, black cherry fruit to generous layers of chocolate and caramel. It spent 24 months in barrel.",,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sinclair Estate Vineyards 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinclair-estate-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Sinclair Estate Vineyards 14.2,Red,US,"Drink this with rich, fatty steaks and chops to cut through the tannins, which are considerable. Right out of the bottle, the wine is drily astringent. But there's a rich core of blackberries, cherries and cherry liqueur that makes the finish almost sweet.",Kelham Vineyard,95,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 2008 Kelham Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2008-kelham-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Nickel & Nickel 14.2,Red,US,"This is three quarters Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot and 13% Cabernet Franc, a big wine, with the sort of rich black fruits and chewy, muscular tannins that usually come with skyrocketing levels of alcohol. Surprisingly, this lists at a moderate 14.2%; it's also notable for the rich, generous barrel flavors of smoke, coffee and licorice.",Indomitable,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2008 Indomitable Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2008-indomitable-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Woodinville Wine Cellars 13,White,Spain,"A little leesy on the nose, but mostly it's forward and lemony. The palate is citric and crisp as a whistle, with lemon, green apple and a secondary sweetness akin to pineapple. Focused and clean on the finish; chiseled and defined.",,15,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Martín Códax 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-codax-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Martín Códax 14,White,Italy,"It's hard to imagine Pinot Grigio better than this. Fresh, creamy and packed tight with cool-climate aromas of white flower, citrus and fresh peach, the wine pairs beautifully with spicy Thai or Vietnamese dishes.",,15,90,,Alto Adige,,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 2010 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellerei-kaltern-caldaro-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Kellerei Kaltern Caldaro 14.4,Red,US,"The Lewis Vineyard is the source of many of Washington's best Syrahs. Januik's version shows both the tightly wound berry flavors and the subtle earth, fungus, game and herb highlights that define this vineyard's fruit.",Lewis Vineyard,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2008 Lewis Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2008-lewis-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Januik ,Red,Portugal,"An intensely structured wine, surrounded by a cushion of sweet, jammy fruits. The wine is warm and rich, with a tarry smoky character as well as acidity. It should be aged for another 2–3 years.",Vila Santa Reserva,20,90,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2009 Vila Santa Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2009-vila-santa-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,J. Portugal Ramos 14.5,Red,US,"This Tempranillo-Mourvèdre-Syrah blend is smooth and captivating. The cherry-flavored fruit sports many herbal highlights, a vanilla streak, and tannins that bring an impression of soft leather. The partial fermentation in French oak brings interesting chocolatey molé flavors to the back of the throat.",El Conquistador,29,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Isenhower 2008 El Conquistador Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isenhower-2008-el-conquistador-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2008,Isenhower 13,White,Portugal,"The wood-aged white from Alvaro Castro is a great swathe of rich tropical fruits, a smooth structure, fruity but with the edge of mineral terroir and an intense density of flavor.",Branco Reserva,28,90,Dão,,,Alvaro Castro 2010 Branco Reserva White (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alvaro-castro-2010-branco-reserva-white-dao/,Portuguese White,2010,Alvaro Castro 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Rich and smooth wine, with ripe juicy black berry and plum fruits. It has sweet tannins, with acidity and a final juicy character.",Ciconia The Reserva,13,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade de São Miguel 2009 Ciconia The Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-sao-miguel-2009-ciconia-the-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Herdade de São Miguel 14.4,White,US,"A very nice example of a dry Gewürz. Name an exotic spice, and you'll find it here, especially cinnamon. The fruit is all about oranges, pears and lychee, while acidity is brisk and fine. Will challenge home chef and sommelier pairing talent. Pork and stewed fruit come to mind.",Estate Vineyard,23,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Gundlach Bundschu 2010 Estate Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2010-estate-vineyard-gewurztraminer-sonoma-coast/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Gundlach Bundschu 13.5,Red,Portugal,"An initially severe wine, the tannins giving a dark edge. As it opens, it reveals juicy black currant and berry fruits, the tannin and the feel of wood adding support to the extreme juiciness. The wine could age for 2–3 years.",Baga & Touriga Nacional,21,90,Beiras,,,Filipa Pato 2009 Baga & Touriga Nacional Red (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filipa-pato-2009-baga-touriga-nacional-red-beiras/,Portuguese Red,2009,Filipa Pato 13.5,Red,US,"Displays the winery's house style of flashy, delicious fruit and early drinkability. Shows the brisk acidity of this cool coastal county, with a light, silky texture and penetrating flavors of raspberries, cherries, persimmons and the sweet, smoky oak of French barrels.",,30,90,California,North Coast,Marin County,De Loach 2009 Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2009-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,De Loach 15.2,Red,US,"This young wine saw plenty of new oak, and those toasty, appealing scents and flavors are right up front, wrapped around pretty plum and berry fruit. It has a round, plump middle, polished tannins and plenty of initial mouth appeal. Hints of barnyard and green tea seep into the finish. The wine improved perceptibly on the second day.",,27,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Barrister 2009 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2009-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2009,Barrister 14.5,Red,Australia,"An interesting blend of McLaren Vale and Beechworth fruit, this wine likewise blends bright berry fruit with subtly savory elements like smoke and leather. Tannins are soft and silky, showing a bit of creaminess on the midpalate. Drink now–2015.",,27,90,Australia Other,McLaren Vale-Beechworth,,Brokenwood 2008 Shiraz (McLaren Vale-Beechworth),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brokenwood-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale-beechworth/,Shiraz,2008,Brokenwood 14,Red,US,"A young, oaky, flashy Pinot Noir, grown on these mountain ridges high above the Anderson Valley. The wine is dry and silky, with a light bodiedness that belies its complexity. Shows concentrated raspberry, cherry, red currant, cola, red licorice and spice flavors that linger into the finish. Elegant, it will provide fine drinking over the next six years.",Valenti Vineyard,40,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Phillips Hill 2009 Valenti Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phillips-hill-2009-valenti-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2009,Phillips Hill ,White,US,"A delightful expression of the grape, cleverly mixing 80% stainless with 20% French oak fermentation, and bringing out the best of both. Juicy and refreshing, with a tangy fruit core of citrus, grapefruit and pineapple flavors. It's lively and acidic without being at all sour, and a pleasing, lightly toasty roundness fills out the finish.",,18,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2010-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Woodinville Wine Cellars 14.5,Red,Portugal,"""New moon on old vines” is the name of this powerful Douro wine made from selected old vines. It's a solid, ripe wine, very textured, complex. It has intense black fruits, laced with acidity, very firmly anchored in a dense character. Age for 3–4 years.",Lua Nova em Vinhas Velhas,15,91,Douro,,,Wines & Winemakers 2009 Lua Nova em Vinhas Velhas Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2009-lua-nova-em-vinhas-velhas-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Wines & Winemakers 15.3,Red,Argentina,"Opens like a luxury-level Malbec should; it's dark and dense, with black cherry, smoke and rubbery aromas. The palate is deep and juicy, with bold, attractive black fruit, plum, tobacco and vanilla flavors. Smooth, healthy and drinkable now.",Judas,90,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sottano 2008 Judas Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sottano-2008-judas-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Sottano 13.5,Red,Portugal,"From central Portugal, here is a dark, firm wine, perfumed with hints of violets and given depth of flavor by the year's wood aging. A warm, big-hearted wine with a solid core.",Vista Reserva,13,90,Beiras,,,Caves Aliança 2008 Vista Reserva Touriga Nacional (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2008-vista-reserva-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-beiras/,Touriga Nacional,2008,Caves Aliança 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Black plum, blackberry, lemon zest and licorice are the key aromas on this Amarone-patterned blend from Argentina. The palate is concentrated, rich and lush, with grabby, soft tannins and sweet flavors of blackberry, brown sugar and caramel. Toasty and mild on the finish, with jammy thickness.",Enamore,26,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Renacer 2009 Enamore Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-renacer-2009-enamore-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2009,Bodega Renacer 13,White,Spain,"Simply delicious white wine with lip-smacking freshness, bright peach and apple flavors, and clarity from front to back. It's a little leesy but a lot more crisp and oceanic, with a well-cut body and mild citrus undertones throughout.",,15,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Burgáns 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgans-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Burgáns 12.5,White,Portugal,"A mineral, tense wine, packed with delicious citrus fruits, a taut chalky structure and green apple acidity. It has a salty aftertaste to it.",Quinta dos Loridos,15,90,Lisboa,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2010 Quinta dos Loridos Alvarinho (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2010-quinta-loridos-albarino-alvarinho-lisboa/,Alvarinho,2010,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 11,White,Australia,"Brokenwood's flagship Semillon is light in body, with an acid structure that's notable for its intensity. Aromas of struck flint and lime zest presage the crisp lime flavors and fresh, zippy finish. Give this puppy another few years in the cellar to gain honeyed nuance, then drink it over the next decade.",ILR Reserve Vineyard Selection,48,90,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Brokenwood 2006 ILR Reserve Vineyard Selection Semillon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brokenwood-2006-ilr-reserve-vineyard-selection-semillon-semillon-hunter-valley/,Sémillon,2006,Brokenwood 14,Red,Argentina,"Roasted at first, with coffee, grilled meat and earth aromas taking the lead. Narrow in the mouth, with firm tannins that frame ripe and healthy raspberry flavors accented by vanilla and cola. A little bit traditional in that it's earthy and dry, but it's not devoid of fruit and attitude.",Gran Reserva,30,90,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega del Fin del Mundo 2006 Gran Reserva Red (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-fin-mundo-2006-gran-reserva-red-patagonia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Bodega del Fin del Mundo ,Red,US,"Solidly in the Hall style of voluptuous, stylish Cabernets, rich in fruit and softly sweet. With a flood of blackberries, cassis and chocolate, it's intricately structured with finely ground tannins that give a sting of astringency. Probably best consumed soon with rich beef dishes.",Jack's Masterpiece,90,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2008 Jack's Masterpiece Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2008-jacks-masterpiece-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hall 14.5,Red,US,"A five-grape Bordeaux-style blend from old vines, this has fruit that is almost ephemeral. Brambly raspberry fruit and a mineral-driven core, spiked by citrusy acidity, create a penetrating, elegant wine that finishes with a hint of pickle barrel.",Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Perigee,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2008 Seven Hills Vineyard Estate Perigee Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2008-seven-hills-vineyard-estate-perigee-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,L'Ecole No. 41 14,Red,Spain,"Roasted and still robust 10 years after harvest, with aromas of grilled meat, fall leaves, tobacco and herbs. It's round on the palate, with heat and slightly herbal and roasted core flavors surrounded by berry and pepper. A mature and interesting single-vineyard Cabernet from northeast Spain.",Vinya La Scala Gran Reserva,25,90,Catalonia,Penedès,,Jean León 2001 Vinya La Scala Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-leon-2001-vinya-scala-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Jean León 14.4,Red,US,"For a wine that is Januik's low cost red, this is exceptionally deep and detailed. Firm berry and plum and black currant fruits are set into polished tannins. There is a frame of dark chocolate and espresso around them, sailing into a clean, medium length finish.",Red,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2008 Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2008-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Januik 15,Red,Portugal,"The high alcohol gives the wine great richness while still keeping balance. Warm plum jelly and blackberry flavors are well integrated with the wood and spice. With its richness as well as tannins, it should age over 3 years or more.",Tinto,,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade das Servas 2008 Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-das-servas-2008-tinto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Herdade das Servas 11.5,White,Italy,"This is a unique expression of Gavi (from the far-away 2000 vintage) that shows the extraordinary aging potential of this lively white wine. The elegance is all in the aging. Stone fruit and floral notes are enhanced by white mineral, smoky ash and dried lemon zest. The wine is fresh and crisp with a sour almond note on the close. This wine won't appeal to everyone.",D'Antan,,90,Piedmont,Gavi,,La Scolca 2000 D'Antan (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scolca-2000-dantan-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2000,La Scolca 15.3,Red,US,"Combines tight tannins and acids with concentrated raspberry, cherry, Dr. Pepper cola and oak flavors to produce a vigorous, young, savory Pinot Noir. Feels silky in the mouth, yet potent in fruity concentration. There's some burn in the finish, but a good steak will take care of that. Give it a year or two to mellow.",Sarmento Vineyard,48,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,La Rochelle 2008 Sarmento Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2008-sarmento-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,La Rochelle 13.8,Red,US,"Made in a light-bodied style, with a see-through color containing glints of orange and ruby. Feels light and silky in the mouth, but don't underestimate the complexity. This wine packs a punch in raspberry, cherry, Dr. Pepper cola, orange zest, tobacco, spice and sandalwood flavors. Drink now–2015.",Wiley Vineyard,35,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Phillips Hill 2009 Wiley Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phillips-hill-2009-wiley-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Phillips Hill 14.5,Red,Australia,"This wine wobbles along the line between superripe and overripe, at times seeming a bit raisiny, at others seeming just right. It's full-bodied, soft and expansive, with a lush, long finish, but drink it over the next few years.",,20,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Yangarra Estate Vineyard 2008 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yangarra-estate-vineyard-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2008,Yangarra Estate Vineyard 14.5,Red,US,"A big, sweet, soft Napa Cab, made in the modern style. It means to dazzle with blackberry and blueberry jam, sweet new oak and chocolate flavors, and does. Too soft for aging, but delicious now.",InSpire,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Boyanci 2008 InSpire Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boyanci-2008-inspire-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Boyanci ,White,Italy,"This is a very exciting wine that represents Planeta's first winemaking efforts on the superhot (figuratively and literally) Mt. Etna volcano. Refined and pristine aromas of pear, stone fruit and lemon zest are backed by a beautiful veil of drying mineral and brimstone. Congratulations to the Planeta family!",,35,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2009 Carricante (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2009-italian-white-carricante-sicilia/,Carricante,2009,Planeta ,Red,US,"Balboa does an especially good job with Cabernet, and this sleek, supple, fruit-driven example is a fine new addition to the lineup. From estate-grown fruit, it packs a mix of blue and purple berries into its core, backed with satiny tannins and a dusting of cocoa.",Estate,24,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Balboa 2009 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balboa-2009-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Balboa ,Red,US,"Tart and tannic, with aromas that promise deep black fruits touched with smoky earth. A Merlot for Cabernet lovers, with a Cab Franc-like streak of coffee around powerful, dark fruit flavors of berry and cassis. Give this a lot of breathing time, or pop it in the cellar for at least five years.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Apex 14,Red,Portugal,"Serious, firmly tannic wine that shows a solid structure to go with the black currant fruit. It has power, although well balanced with its acidity. A firm, dark aftertaste suggests further aging.",,19,90,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-tejo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Fiuza 14.5,Red,Australia,"This is a hugely fruity, lush wine destined for early consumption. The blend of 65% Shiraz and 35% Grenache displays almost grapey aromas and flavors, a bit of cassis and plushly textured tannins. Drink now as a cocktail red or with casual fare.",Killerman's Run,20,90,South Australia,South Australia,,Kilikanoon 2009 Killerman's Run Shiraz-Grenache (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2009-killermans-run-rhone-style-red-blend-shiraz-grenache-south/,Shiraz-Grenache,2009,Kilikanoon 12.5,White,Australia,"Quintessential young Clare Riesling, with lime sherbet aromas and flavors and a delicate thread of talclike minerality running through it. It's light to medium in body, very clean, fresh and zesty on the finish. Drink now, or hold 5-7 years to allow a more evolved, toasty character to emerge.",The Lodge Hill Dry,18,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Jim Barry 2010 The Lodge Hill Dry Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-2010-lodge-hill-dry-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2010,Jim Barry 13,White,Portugal,"Beautifully rounded wine, with just a hint of vanilla to go with the peach and watermelon flavors, ripe plums and delicate acidity. Worth aging although ready to drink now.",Branco,20,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade dos Grous 2010 Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grous-2010-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2010,Herdade dos Grous 14.5,Red,Australia,"A solid, potent example of Shiraz, this 2008 doesn't show any ill effects of the vintage-time heatwave, offering fresh, clean flavors of blueberries, vanilla and tobacco. Tannins are firm and slightly dusty in style, making this a solid choice with steak or roasts. Drink now–2015, and possibly a few years after that.",,35,90,South Australia,Padthaway,,Henry's Drive Vignerons 2008 Shiraz (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henrys-drive-vignerons-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-padthaway/,Shiraz,2008,Henry's Drive Vignerons 12.4,Rose,US,"There is just the slightest trace of sweetness in this rosé of Cabernet Franc, and it's perfectly positioned to round out the dusty tannins. The fruit mixes together brambly berry and blue plum, with a rich and lingering finish. A compelling wine given its humble aspirations.",Rosé of Cabernet Franc,16,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Trust 2010 Rosé of Cabernet Franc Rosé (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trust-2010-rose-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Rosé,2010,Trust 14.6,Red,US,"The initials stand for Super Tuscan, after which this almost 50-50 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon models itself. It's an elegant wine with subtle power, a mélange of baked plum, fig, raisins, chocolate and black tea. Good balance and persistence, with plenty of alcohol-driven power.",S.T.,36,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tero Estates 2008 S.T. Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tero-estates-2008-st-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Tero Estates ,Red,Portugal,"Still young, this single-vineyard wine in the Altano range is showing a powerful structure as well as concentrated black fruits. It is rich, dark-hued, needing 3–4 years aging.",Altano Quinta do Ataíde Reserva,23,90,Douro,,,Symington Family Estates 2008 Altano Quinta do Ataíde Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/symington-family-estates-2008-altano-quinta-ataide-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Symington Family Estates 11,Rose,US,"Acid fans will find plenty to celebrate with this 100% Pinot Noir. It rocks in tartness and is fully dry, with a delicate, silky mouthfeel. The flavors are subtle but satisfying, suggesting strawberries, rose petals and Provençal herbs. Easily merits its high score for getting the rosé job done right.",Eye of the Toad Dry Rose of Pinot Noir,13,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Toad Hollow 2010 Eye of the Toad Dry Rose of Pinot Noir Rosé (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hollow-2010-eye-dry-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Rosé,2010,Toad Hollow 14.5,Red,US,"This is an ultrarich, ripe Cabernet, marked by jammy blackberry, blueberry and cherry fruit flavors, with a milk chocolate sweetness and soft, intricate tannins. Made in the soft, modern style, it's best over the next six years.",Dead Fred Vineyard,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Selene 2008 Dead Fred Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selene-2008-dead-fred-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Selene 13.9,White,US,"A lovely Sauvignon Blanc that shows how well the variety grows in the Russian River Valley. It's dry and crisp in acidity, with rich, honeyed flavors of green apples, peaches, sweet lemons and vanilla.",,16,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sea Mist 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sea-mist-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Sea Mist 14.5,White,US,"This finest selection Chardonnay is a blend of the winery's various vineyards. It's pretty oaky, with vanilla, buttered toast and honey dominating, yet there are enough tropical fruit, orange, pear and apricot flavors, and brisk acidity, to counter-balance the wood. Drink now.",OFS,30,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2009 OFS Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2009-ofs-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,De Loach 14.5,White,US,"The modern, high alcohol style marks this Chardonnay. It's superripe in orange, pear and yellow apricot flavors, with an elaborate coating of sweet new oak, with all of its caramel, honey and butterscotch elaborations. Flamboyant, and ready now with rich fare.",La Reine,40,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2009 La Reine Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2009-reine-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,De Loach 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Rich, ripe and juicy, this structured and fruity wine has warmth, ripe plum flavors and smooth tannins. It's generous, full-bodied, with an open feel to it. Ready to drink now.",Herdade da Farizoa Grand Escolha,,90,Alentejano,,,Companhia das Quintas 2008 Herdade da Farizoa Grand Escolha Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2008-herdade-farizoa-grand-escolha-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Companhia das Quintas 13.9,Red,US,"Though the bottle is incredibly heavy—a bit much for Pinot—the wine is surprisingly lithe and velvety, with inviting aromatics of cherry and spice. Layered and tamely voluptuous, this is a tremendous, tiny-production Pinot from an unlikely place—Humboldt County—a place with clear potential in this producer's hands.",Elk Prairie Vineyard,39,90,California,North Coast,Humboldt County,Joseph Jewell 2008 Elk Prairie Vineyard Pinot Noir (Humboldt County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-jewell-2008-elk-prairie-vineyard-pinot-noir-north-coast-humboldt-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Joseph Jewell 12.5,White,Portugal,"While there are considerable flavors of wood aging here, this creamy white is more concentrated on ripe plum and apricot fruits, with attractive acidity and forward fruitiness. It has weight and also a stylish feel to it.",Duvalley Grande Reserva Branco,,90,Douro,,,Castro Pena Alba 2008 Duvalley Grande Reserva Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castro-pena-alba-2008-duvalley-grande-reserva-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2008,Castro Pena Alba 14.2,Red,US,"Winemaker Holly Turner has a good touch with Malbec, finding the soft fruit core in the midst of the herbal scents and tannins. Plums, brambleberries and a dusting of licorice keep the wine interesting on through the smoky, earthy, extended finish.",,29,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2008 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2008,Three Rivers 14.7,Red,US,"Quite tart and tannic, this wine, though four years old, might have come from a much more recent vintage. It's deep and concentrated with raspberry and red currant fruit, racy acidity, thick tannins, and barrel notes of charcoal and chocolate.",Champoux Vineyard,39,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Three Rivers 2007 Champoux Vineyard Merlot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2007-champoux-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Merlot,2007,Three Rivers 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Heavily charred and roasted throughout, with a blackened nose. The palate is broad and chewy, with thick tannins and roasted, ripe flavors of blackberry, licorice and bitter chocolate. Remains severely toasted all the way to the final drop; aged in 80% new French oak (apparently fully toasted oak).",Signature,25,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Susana Balbo 2009 Signature Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/susana-balbo-2009-signature-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Susana Balbo ,Red,Argentina,"Stout and a little baked up front, with heavy berry and slightly stewy aromas. Chewy and meaty on the palate, with plum, berry, leather and herbal flavors that marry well and show complexity. Fine structure and tightness suggest this Malbec-led blend could age for a while longer; drink now through 2014.",Signature Blend,25,90,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Carlos Basso 2006 Signature Blend Red (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2006-signature-blend-red-uco-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Carlos Basso 13,Red,France,"Dense, attractive, sweet, wood-laden wine, with ripe black berry fruits and important fruit tannins. The wine is concentrated, firm, based on great fruit and structure.",Le Tronquera,65,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château les Vimières 2008 Le Tronquera (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vimieres-2008-le-tronquera-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château les Vimières 13,Red,France,"Now just showing some maturity, the wine has dense tannins and a firm, dry character. It is concentrated, the black fruits laced with fruit skins and acidity. Keep for 2–3 years.",,25,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lamothe-Cissac 2006 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-cissac-2006-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Lamothe-Cissac 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Touriga Nacional often shows better in the Dão than in the Douro, and this wine is a powerful case in point. It has a delicious perfumed character, intense acidity and blackberry fruits. The tannins are firm and in balance. Age for 3–4 years.",,29,90,Dão,,,Quinta dos Roques 2008 Touriga Nacional (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roques-2008-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-dao/,Touriga Nacional,2008,Quinta dos Roques 14,Red,US,"The Upland Vineyards are in the heart of the Snipes Mountain AVA, a subregion of the listed Yakima Valley. This almost (98%) pure Cabernet has a peppery note, speckled through bright flavors of berries and black currant. There's a suggestion of moist earth, but the fruit is really the star here.",Upland Vineyards,38,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Robert Ramsay 2008 Upland Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-ramsay-2008-upland-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Robert Ramsay ,Red,US,"Does just what Merlot is supposed to, deliver a ripe, seductive red wine in a velvety texture. Feels so soft and drink-me-now in the mouth, with waves of blackberries, cherries, red currants, licorice and mocha.",,28,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Whitehall Lane 12.5,White,Spain,"Crisp, lemony aromas are pure as a sea breeze. The palate is just as pure and fresh, with ripe apple, citrus, pineapple and stone fruit flavors all mixing well. Elegant and crisp, with just the right finishing weight and length.",,18,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Val do Sosego 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-sosego-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Val do Sosego 14.6,Red,US,"Two thirds Cabernet Sauvignon, this Bordeaux blend is the best bottle from Goose Ridge. The fruit is sappy and strong, with rich, ripe berry and cassis flavors. Tannins are firm and lightly spiced with fresh herb. The wine has depth and bite, the potential to age over the next half decade or more, but it's drinking well right now.",Sol Duc,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2007 Sol Duc Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2007-sol-duc-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,2007,Goose Ridge 13.5,Red,US,"A good value in a wine this rich and complex. It's very full-bodied and dry, with immensely deep blackberry, currant, black pepper, roasted meat, smoke and spice flavors that linger long on the finish. Great with roasts and beef stews over the next three years.",Vintner's Reserve,16,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Kendall-Jackson 2009 Vintner's Reserve Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2009-vintners-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2009,Kendall-Jackson 14.5,White,South Africa,"A strong toasty streak lines the essence of this beautiful Chenin Blanc, adding character to the apple and pear fruit core. The mouthfeel is full and rich without being overdone thanks to the balanced acidity, while nuances of sweet spice, pie crust and wood-grilled Red Delicious all linger well into the long finish.",Reserve,15,90,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2010 Reserve Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2010-reserve-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Ken Forrester 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Floral and attractive on the bouquet, with citrus peel, light raspberry, cassis and lift. The palate runs tannic and fresh, with crisp black cherry and kirsch flavors that flow seamlessly into layered tobacco and mild herbal notes. A sophisticated red made from Malbec, Cabernet and Bonarda.",Red Melosa Flores del Valle,21,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gouguenheim Winery 2006 Red Melosa Flores del Valle Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gouguenheim-winery-2006-red-melosa-flores-valle-mendoza/,Red Blend,2006,Gouguenheim Winery 14.5,Red,Australia,"Plummy, rich and ripe, with a creamy mouthfeel and dense, chocolaty flavors, this is a hefty mouthful of Barossa Shiraz at a great price. At 14.5% abv, it's nicely balanced, with a lingering finish. Drink now and over the next couple of years.",Dark Chocolate,17,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Chocolate Box 2008 Dark Chocolate Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chocolate-box-2008-dark-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Chocolate Box 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This blend offers a nice mix of forest floor and wild berries along with soft accents of mocha and African violets. Lush and firm in the mouth, the dark fruit dominates the palate but the accents of leather, licorice and sweet spice linger through the long finish. Drink now–2013.",Big Easy,20,90,Western Cape,,,Ernie Els 2009 Big Easy Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernie-els-2009-big-easy-red-western-cape/,Red Blend,2009,Ernie Els 14,Red,Australia,"In keeping with its Western Australian origins, this is a medium-bodied Shiraz, without the overbearing ripeness found from some other regions. Black cherry fruit is accented by hints of mint or eucalyptus, while the tannins are silky and fine. Drink it now and over the next several years.",Art Series,35,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2007 Art Series Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2007-art-series-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2007,Leeuwin Estate 14.3,Red,US,"A very spicy, thick mountain-fruit Zin that shows a fantastic balance between blackberry fruit and peppery, briary-ness with dark chocolate showing up on the finish. An elegant Zin from a producer striving to do good things in its little pocket of the Sierra Foothills' world. It's priced well.",,18,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,C.G. di Arie 2008 Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cg-arie-2008-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,2008,C.G. di Arie ,Red,US,"New, eco-friendly minimalist packaging and estate-grown fruit push this distinctive Walla Walla Valley Syrah to the front ranks. Juicy, sappy, tart and tangy boysenberry fruit flavors run through the bright midpalate. Tannins are soft and supple, with plenty of lemony acidity backing them up.",Estate,24,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Balboa 2009 Estate Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balboa-2009-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2009,Balboa 14,Red,Portugal,"A big-hearted wine, rich as well as structured. The perfumed fruit is blackberry lined with acidity, while the firm tannins give a dusty, dry heart. It's a concentrated wine, full of the complexities of Touriga Nacional.",Só,30,90,Setubal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2007 Só Touriga Nacional (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2007-so-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-setubal/,Touriga Nacional,2007,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14,Red,Spain,"Maple syrup and gritty raisin aromas turn smoother and more open with air. The palate is layered and structured, with raisin, cherry, pepper and licorice flavors. Long, warm and satisfying on the finish, with classic Rioja vanilla notes. Drink now through 2013.",Roda Reserva,45,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Roda 2007 Roda Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-roda-2007-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Bodegas Roda 14.5,Red,Spain,"Berry fruit, spice, earth, tea and leather aromas give this off-vintage wine ample complexity on the bouquet. The palate is layered and stout, with smoky black fruit flavors accented by chocolate and pepper. Toasty and stylish on the finish. Drink now through 2014.",Roda I Reserva,70,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Roda 2007 Roda I Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-roda-2007-i-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Bodegas Roda ,Red,US,"Inspired by Spanish Tempranillo, this is tannic, but with intriguing aromas and complexity. There is impressive varietal character—notes of lavender, brown spices, dried leaf and tobacco, with finishing complexity.",Alder Ridge Vineyard Ribera Blend,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Apex at Alder Ridge 2008 Alder Ridge Vineyard Ribera Blend Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-at-alder-ridge-2008-vineyard-ribera-blend-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2008,Apex at Alder Ridge ,Red,US,"Young and savory, this cool-climate Cabernet mixes tart berry fruit with herbal (tarragon) highlights. Ageworthy, tight and clean, with darker notes of black olive and loam.",Alder Ridge Vineyard,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Apex at Alder Ridge 2008 Alder Ridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-at-alder-ridge-2008-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Apex at Alder Ridge 15.2,Red,Argentina,"Nicely staged aromas of berry, plum, coconut and vanilla set up a driving, full-force palate that's lemony in feel and offers potent flavors of raspberry, plum, herbs and oak. Dry, woody and a touch fiery, with power to spare. Just 250 cases made.",Navigato Family Selection Grand Reserve,65,90,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Altamira 2006 Navigato Family Selection Grand Reserve Red (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altamira-2006-navigato-family-selection-grand-reserve-red-uco-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Altamira 17.5,Fortified,Portugal,"Old gold in color, this Moscatel has been aged in wood to concentrate its intense flavors. It has flavors of marmalade, dried raisins, so sweet yet flushed through with acidity. The aftertaste is smooth, like syrup.",Colheita,15,90,Moscatel de Setúbal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2004 Colheita (Moscatel de Setúbal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2004-colheita-muscat-moscatel-moscatel-setubal/,Moscatel,2004,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 13,Red,France,"With important flavors of new wood, dusty dry tannins and mint, this is a concentrated and powerful wine that also has elegance. It is ripe, rich with balancing acidity, and ready for aging.",,45,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Arnaud 2009 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-arnaud-2009-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Arnaud 14.5,Red,Australia,"Full-bodied and intense, this is a rich, ripe Cabernet for drinking now–2018. Cassis fruit is tinged with hints of mint, chocolate and vanilla, and while the tannins are velvety soft, the finish remains fresh.",,29,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Chapel Hill 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chapel-hill-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Chapel Hill 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of rich cherry, black raspberry and cola fruit in this Pinot, which is dry and silky and actually has a fairly fierce and welcome edge of tannins. It's a big wine, but with elegance. Screams out for steak.",,35,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Chandon 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chandon 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a dense, beautifully structured wine, full of black fruits, layered wood and dry tannins. It is full in the mouth, the toast character balancing well with the powerful ripe fruit.",Alma Grande Reserva,,90,Douro,,,Caves Velhas 2008 Alma Grande Reserva Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2008-alma-grande-reserva-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,2008,Caves Velhas 13,White,Australia,"Mouthfilling and round, filled with ripe pineapple and passion fruit flavors. There are some sweaty and mealy notes balanced by hints of stone fruit, which all act to build complexity and interest. Potent and long on the finish. Drink now.",,18,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cape Mentelle 2010 Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-mentelle-2010-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-margaret-river/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2010,Cape Mentelle 13.5,White,South Africa,"A balanced and quite pleasing Chenin Blanc that offers both bright, fleshy fruit flavors and a delicately spicy, oak-driven backdrop. Ripe apple and pear notes mingle seamlessly with delicate almond and hazelnut toast accents, while hints of sweet baking spice remain through the lengthy finish.",,15,90,Stellenbosch,,,Vinum Africa 2009 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-africa-2009-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Vinum Africa 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Berry fruit aromas blend nicely with cola, forest, toast and barrel aromas. It's crisp yet deep in the mouth, with smacking tannins and just enough cushion to soften things up. Minty and woody tasting, with berry, tobacco and peppery flavors on the palate and finish.",Climax,45,90,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Zorzal 2008 Climax Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zorzal-2008-climax-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2008,Zorzal 12.5,White,Portugal,"Full, rich and creamy, a fine expression of the rich white fruit character of Alvarinho. It also preserves some of the crisp citrus Vinho Verde character, giving a balanced, full and structured character.",Touquinheiras,19,90,Vinho Verde,,,Wines & Winemakers 2010 Touquinheiras Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2010-touquinheiras-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2010,Wines & Winemakers 14.8,Red,Spain,"Smoky, minty and spicy on the nose, with plenty of dark fruit and lavish oak. The palate, like the entire wine, is integrated and balanced. Tobacco, herb, molasses and toasty oak flavors blend well with ripe, foresty berry notes. Hard and tannic, but expressive, fruity and clean for a wine that's based mostly on Cabernet Franc.",Number Nine,20,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Queiles,,Winery Arts 2006 Number Nine Red (Ribera del Queiles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winery-arts-2006-number-nine-red-ribera-queiles/,Red Blend,2006,Winery Arts 13.2,White,US,"Roughly four-fifths Roussanne and one-fifth Marsanne, this crisp, clean and elegant white wine is underscored with bracing minerality. The fruit suggests gentle flavors of pineapple and papaya, mango and melon, a lovely melding of citrus and tropical. A pleasing wine with modest alcohol and plenty of finesse.",White Paintbrush,19,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Isenhower 2010 White Paintbrush White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isenhower-2010-white-paintbrush-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Isenhower 13,White,Portugal,"Smooth, rich style of wine, very ripe in character. It feels soft, with tropical flavors and good acidity. There is a great final citrus cut.",,15,90,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2010 Chardonnay (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2010-chardonnay-tejo/,Chardonnay,2010,Fiuza 14.6,Red,US,"All estate-grown Cabernet, this textural, smoky wine weaves its pristine black currant fruit into a more complex display with herbal highlights and a sweet, toasty finish.",Estate,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Gamache 15,Red,South Africa,"Menthol and anise add depth to the otherwise black fruit-dominant bouquet of this wine. Rich and full, the creamy texture is loaded with flavors of blackberry, licorice root and cigar box, all lingering long after swallow. Firm tannins, medium acidity and concentrated fruit all promise longevity: drink now–2014.",Proprietor's Blend,35,90,Stellenbosch,,,Ernie Els 2008 Proprietor's Blend Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernie-els-2008-proprietors-blend-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2008,Ernie Els 14.5,Red,US,"Very ripe in blackberries, cherries, cassis, licorice and smoky oak, with deep, long flavors that are sweet in fruity essence. Already throwing some sediment, but still a very tannic wine, brooding and astringent. Needs a good six years, and could go the distance.",Meyer,45,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hestan 2006 Meyer Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hestan-2006-meyer-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hestan 13,White,Portugal,"Ripe wood-aged wine that has creamy toast and full fruit flavors within a firm structure of acidity and a tight mineral texture. It's full-flavored, the fruit right up front, all richness and final shining acidity.",Branco,,90,Douro,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2010 Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2010-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2010,Quinta de la Rosa 12.5,White,Australia,"Hints at honey, apple and citrus on the nose, then delivers all of those notes minus the implied sweetness and coupled with high acid levels. Although this is in a nice place now as an apéritif or with oysters, it should hold nicely for at least 5–7 years, adding richness and versatility as it ages.",Individual Vineyard Selection Dry,17,90,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Pewsey Vale 2010 Individual Vineyard Selection Dry Riesling (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pewsey-vale-2010-individual-vineyard-selection-dry-riesling-eden-valley/,Riesling,2010,Pewsey Vale 14,Red,Portugal,"A firm, tannic and juicy wine. It has an austere, mineral edge to it, powered by black currants and bitter chocolate. The wine is concentrated, while having a fresh aftertaste. Laurel Importers.",Guadalupe Selection,23,90,Alentejano,,,Quinta do Quetzal 2008 Guadalupe Selection Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-quetzal-2008-guadalupe-selection-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Quetzal 13.5,White,Spain,"Apple and melon aromas are pure and minerally. The palate is round and offers good density and acidic balance along with tasty, better-than-normal melon, papaya and apple flavors. Creamy but balanced on the finish; meets or beats any reasonable expectation for fine Albariño.",,15,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Condes de Albarei 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condes-albarei-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Condes de Albarei 14.5,Red,Australia,"Perfectly fits the prototypical Barossa style of Cabernet, displaying ripe cassis and chocolate notes framed by ample oak. It's mouthfilling and round, with no hard edges and a long, mint-tinged finish.",Noble Baron,50,90,South Australia,Barossa,,Château Tanunda 2008 Noble Baron Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tanunda-2008-noble-baron-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Château Tanunda 14.7,White,US,"A fine, crisp Sauvignon Blanc, offering lots of sweet citrus fruits, honey and spices that venture into real complexity. The flavors of tangerines, Asian pears, Meyer lemons and green apples are rich and intricate, brightened by fine acidity.",,23,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cliff Lede 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cliff-lede-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Cliff Lede 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Earthy and deep from head to tail. The nose offers fresh compost, loamy berry, cola and overriding richness. Feels smooth and layered across the palate, with dark berry, pepper and bitter chocolate flavors. Blackened on the finish and toasty; 50% Malbec with four additional Bordeaux varieties.",Don Tiburcio,14,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Benegas 2008 Don Tiburcio Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benegas-2008-don-tiburcio-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2008,Benegas 15.1,Red,US,"Shows the lusty appeal of a big Paso Robles red wine, with blackberry, currant, dark chocolate, teriaki beef, pepper and oak flavors, wrapped into firm tannins. A lovely, heady wine for drinking now with your best grilled meats.",Estate,22,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Marcos Creek 2009 Estate Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-marcos-creek-2009-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2009,San Marcos Creek ,Red,US,"The grapes come from the winery's highest elevation vineyard, in the Happy Canyon area, and the variety is Cabernet Sauvignon, which isn't revealed on the label, for some reason. The wine is big and tannic, with brooding blackberry, currant, smoked meat and oak flavors. Acidity is quite high. Now-2014.",Astral,80,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Star Lane Vineyard 2006 Astral Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/star-lane-vineyard-2006-astral-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Star Lane Vineyard 13,White,Italy,"From a special vineyard selection, this gorgeous Friulano has the nature heft and creaminess to pair with risotto and scampi or spaghetti with clams. The elegant aromas recall honeysuckle, peach and white melon and the wine leaves a very clean and lasting impression.",La Vila,28,90,,Friuli Isonzo,,Lis Neris 2009 La Vila Friulano (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lis-neris-2009-vila-italian-white-friulano-friuli-isonzo/,Friulano,2009,Lis Neris 15,Red,US,"A really good red wine that shows how well Paso Robles does with these oddball blends. In this case, it's Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot and Zinfandel. Each variety contributes something and the result is fulfilling. With a fine structure, it shows ripe flavors of cherries, raspberries, cocoa, spices and oak, and is ready to drink now.",Kiame Kuvée,38,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Kiamie 2006 Kiame Kuvée Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiamie-2006-kiame-kuvee-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2006,Kiamie 14.5,Red,Spain,"This kitchen sink Tempranillo blend brings heavy leather, mint, spice, cola and black fruit aromas that are really nice as a whole. It's weighty and deep in the mouth, with blackberry, vanilla and coconutty flavors. Grabby, ripe, tannic and modern all the way through the finish.",Reserva de Familia,30,90,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Marco Real 2007 Reserva de Familia Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-real-2007-reserva-familia-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Marco Real 14.6,Red,US,"At about three years of age, this Cab is very dry and very tannic. Yet it feels balanced and elegant, and the flavors are complex, offering waves of blackberries, cassis, spicy mushu plum sauce and smoky cedar. Those tannins need big, rich meats for balance. Drink over the next 5 years.",,32,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madrigal 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrigal-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Madrigal 14,Red,Argentina,"An exotic style of Malbec with Middle Eastern spice, violet, anise and berry aromas. The palate has hammering tannins but enough body to absorb it, leaving herbal black fruit, fig and peppery flavors. Warm and toasty on the finish, with savory notes that last for a good long while.",Altísimo,30,90,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Ricominciare 2008 Altísimo Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricominciare-2008-altisimo-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2008,Ricominciare 14.5,Red,US,"Pure fruit flavor, from Elerding Vineyard grapes, is the driver in all of these Stottle wines, and there is nothing to say but bravo. Taking the pure, varietal, berry-driven flavors of the grapes, Winemaker Josh Stottlemyer balances his wines with just the right mix of acid, earth and tannin, giving them depth and gravitas. But the fruit—sweet and pure—says drink me now.",,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Stottle 2008 Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stottle-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2008,Stottle 14.5,Red,US,"With this Mourvedre-dominated wine, Adelaida vies for supremecy in the red Rhône-style competition. The wine is rich in jammy cherry, raspberry and blackberry jam fruit, with smoky oak overtones and lots of exotic spices. The richness is balanced by acidity and firmly sweet, ripe tannins. An impressive wine to drink with Indian food, or a steak with french fried potatoes.",Version,34,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2008 Version Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2008-version-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Adelaida 14,White,Portugal,"Toasty, rich and smooth wine, its mango and grapefruit flavors rounded and full. It's a concentrated wine that is still finding all its complex elements, so age for 2–3 years.",Reserva Branco,45,91,Alentejo,,,Quinta do Quetzal 2009 Reserva Branco White (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-quetzal-2009-reserva-branco-white-alentejo/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta do Quetzal 14.5,Red,Australia,"Full bodied, chunky and grapey, this is a young, still somewhat rambunctious teenager of a wine. Cassis and vanilla play leading roles, as yet lacking much complexity, but finishing long and mouthwatering. Give it a couple of years in the cellar.",D Block Reserve,35,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Shingleback 2006 D Block Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shingleback-2006-d-block-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Shingleback 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Layered aromas of cassis, berry, coffee and mocha come with regional Cafayate green notes. The palate is lively and offers ribald acidity along with red plum, berry, vanilla, spice and toast flavors. Turns more oaky the longer it's open, with vanilla and dill on the finish.",Ciclos,30,89,Other,Salta,,Michel Torino 2008 Ciclos Malbec-Merlot (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2008-ciclos-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-salta/,Malbec-Merlot,2008,Michel Torino 14.6,Red,US,"Plump and juicy flavors of bramble, red currant and raspberry lead into a smooth, satisfying middle with a streak of caramel running right through it. Excellent flavor and persistence for such a young wine. Just a little thin as it fades.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2008 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Grenache (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2008-stillwater-creek-vineyard-grenache-columbia-valley-wa/,Grenache,2008,Novelty Hill 14.5,Red,US,"The Champoux vineyard's classic black cherry fruit is here driven deep into a seam of what can only be described as dense rock. Astringent and dark, with a dusty, chalky character, this seam of graphite continues on through the finish. Reminiscent of some mediumripe Bordeaux, this should be drunk with a thick, juicy steak.",Champoux Vineyard,50,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Three Rivers 2007 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2007-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Three Rivers 14.4,Red,US,"From relatively high altitude grapes, this is a steely, sharp-edged wine, cut with precise flavors of stone, metal, wild berry and hints of pickle barrel, perhaps from aging in American oak? It still tastes very young, so cellar it or decant it.",Seven Hills Vineyard,40,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Januik 2008 Seven Hills Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2008-seven-hills-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Januik 15.5,Red,Australia,"This well-endowed Cabernet is full bodied and supple, with soft curves suggesting immediate drinkability. It starts off with mint and cassis on the nose, but quickly develops some dried-fruit, almost molasses-like characters on the palate along with a touch of alcoholic warmth.",,60,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Shirvington 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shirvington-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Shirvington 14.8,Red,US,"Tasty, toasty and tart, this table-ready blend of 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 16% Cab Franc, 8% Syrah and 4% Malbec is entirely estate-grown. Aged in three quarters new American and French oak, it has full-flavored berry fruit and generous amounts of chocolate and vanilla.",Boulder,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2008 Boulder Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2008-boulder-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Gamache 13.1,Rose,US,"Light-raspberry in color, this rosé is very pretty, with lilting acidity and pleasing flavors of watermelon and strawberry all in an inviting little package.",,16,88,California,Lake County,Lake County,Jelly Jar 2010 Rosé (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jelly-jar-2010-rose-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Rosé,2010,Jelly Jar 13.5,White,US,"Elegant and fairly light, with suggestions of white peach and lemon rind. There is a hint of bitter astringency, but the pretty, roundly fruity midpalate compensates, and with ample breathing time, it fills in nicely.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2009 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Roussanne (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2009-stillwater-creek-vineyard-roussanne-columbia-valley-wa/,Roussanne,2009,Novelty Hill 12.5,White,Spain,"Pure peach, pear and oceanic aromas properly reflect the wine's name, which stems from a popular beach in nearby Barcelona. In the mouth, it's tangy and linear, with crisp, citrusy acids and corresponding flavors of lime and green apple. Finishes tight and dry.",,12,88,Catalonia,Terra Alta,,Bogatell 2010 Garnacha Blanca (Terra Alta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogatell-2010-spanish-white-garnacha-blanca-terra-alta/,Garnacha Blanca,2010,Bogatell 14.3,White,US,"A rare Riesling from the excellent Dubrul vineyard, this tastes of lemons and apples, with crisp acidity underlying the sharply-defined fruit. Good penetration, with hints of orange peel and grapefruit, along with a drying minerality.",Dubrul Vineyard Reserve,36,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kennedy Shah 2009 Dubrul Vineyard Reserve Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kennedy-shah-2009-dubrul-vineyard-reserve-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2009,Kennedy Shah 11.5,White,Australia,"Most Hunter Valley Semillons are unblended, but this one adds Sauvignon Blanc for increased aromatics. It's lemony and fresh, with some leafy notes on the nose, then crisp and citrusy without being severe on the palate. The mouthwatering finish lingers nicely.",Fishcage,18,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hungerford Hill 2010 Fishcage Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hungerford-hill-2010-fishcage-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-hunter-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Hungerford Hill 12.5,White,South Africa,"Green apple and white watermelon rind lead the way on this Sauv Blanc, as flavors of green fig and bright citrus liven up the medium-weight mouth. Balanced and very drinkable; enjoy now.",,13,88,Western Cape,,,Porcupine Ridge 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porcupine-ridge-2010-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Porcupine Ridge 13.5,Red,Italy,"Ruberpan is a Valpolicella Superiore blend from the new estate of Soave's Pieropan producer. The ruby colored wine opens with cinnamon, spice, black fruit, soya, cured meat and crushed pepper aromas.",Ruberpan,32,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Pieropan 2008 Ruberpan (Valpolicella Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-2008-ruberpan-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Pieropan 15,Red,Argentina,"The first impression is all about raisin and prune, aromas that suggest overripeness. Despite that sweetness, the palate is deep, saturated and layered, with dark berry and raisin flavors along with fig, spice and chocolate. Very rich and softly built; best if you like sweeter, richer reds. Drink now.",Ultra,20,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Kaiken 2009 Ultra Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaiken-2009-ultra-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Kaiken 15.4,Red,US,"A very nicely priced Zin from 66-year-old, dry-farmed Sierra Foothills vines that has an intense spiciness right from the get-go and is appropriately tannic and meaty, big and classic for its historical roots. Plum, blackberry and tobacco predominate and already with four years of age, this one could age more.",Esola Vineyard,18,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2007 Esola Vineyard Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2007-esola-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2007,Amador Foothill Winery 14,Red,South Africa,"The name doesn't mislead or disappoint with intense mocha aromas and flavors paired with raspberry sauce and sweet spice flavors. This is a crowd-pleasing style of Pinotage with a texture like crushed satin, medium tannins and a lush but not overly opulent mouthfeel.",Cappuccino,18,88,Paarl,,,Boland 2010 Cappuccino Pinotage (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boland-2010-cappuccino-pinotage-paarl/,Pinotage,2010,Boland 13.5,White,Argentina,"Toasty right from the start, with a good application of barrel aromas mixed with apple and butterscotch. The palate is both creamy and vital due to core acidity, while the flavors run tropical, sweet, citrusy and resiny. Keeps its zing on the finish, which tastes sweet and ripe.",Catena,20,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2010 Catena Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2010-catena-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Bodega Catena Zapata 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Solid and inviting up front, with licorice, menthol, floral berry and power. The palate is tight, firm, tannic and lemony, with oak-based vanilla, dill and lemon flavors accenting meaty but generic berry fruit. Snappy and tight on the finish, with plenty of acidity.",Catena,20,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2009 Catena Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2009-catena-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bodega Catena Zapata 14.5,Red,Spain,"Spicy and rubbery at first, with aromas of bacon and earthy berry fruit. Staunch across the tongue, with cola, carob and cassis flavors. Becomes leaner and more racy as it finishes, with rooty, herbal flavors. 50% Tempranillo with 30% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Azul,20,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Queiles,,Guelbenzu 2007 Azul Red (Ribera del Queiles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guelbenzu-2007-azul-red-ribera-queiles/,Red Blend,2007,Guelbenzu 13.5,Red,Spain,"Minty, pointy oak aromas jump out at you, followed by pepper, leather, spice and herbal berry scents. Tight and structured in the mouth, with black plum and ripe berry flavors. Turns oaky and hot on the finish, with vanilla and pepper flavors. A little fiery but the real deal for Calatayud.",Vinas Viejas,20,88,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Las Rocas de San Alejandro 2008 Vinas Viejas Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-rocas-san-alejandro-2008-vinas-viejas-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2008,Las Rocas de San Alejandro 14.8,Red,US,"Marked by very ripe raspberry, cherry and strawberry flavors, this Pinot also shows a lot of smoky oak influences. It's dry, with good tannins and acidity. Not going anywhere, so drink over the next three years.",,42,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Rochelle 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,La Rochelle 14,Red,Argentina,"A thick-styled Bonarda with honest berry and peppery spice aromas. It's borderline syrupy in feel, with a streak of acidity to keep it balanced. Flavors of plum, wild berry and currant lean towards red, while the finish is long and strong, albeit sticky and weighty.",Serie A,15,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2010 Serie A Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2010-serie-a-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2010,Zuccardi 14,Red,Argentina,"Woodsy aromas lead the charge, followed by mocha, smoke, raspberry and plum. There's good acidic lift to the palate and toasty, dark flavors of roasted berry, cassis and chocolate. Finishes lively and bright. Solid Cabernet for the money; a good wine to match with beef.",Q,22,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2008 Q Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2008-q-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Zuccardi 13,White,Portugal,"Made from old vines (vinhas velhas), this wine has good concentration of green and citrus fruits. There is a tang of lime zest, giving a cool, fresh feel and acidity. Drink now, or keep a year.",Lua Cheia em Vinhas Velhas Branco,14,88,Douro,,,Wines & Winemakers 2010 Lua Cheia em Vinhas Velhas Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2010-lua-cheia-em-vinhas-velhas-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2010,Wines & Winemakers 14,Red,Portugal,"Juicy, ripe wine, perfumed and the wood aging showing through. The wine is sweet, rich, the tannins well integrated into the powerful red berry fruits. There is a hint of maturity, with tobacco and spice flavors.",Quinta da Veiga da Casa das Mouras Reserva,22,88,Douro,,,Wines & Winemakers 2005 Quinta da Veiga da Casa das Mouras Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2005-quinta-veiga-casa-das-mouras-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2005,Wines & Winemakers 14,Red,South Africa,"An opaque garnet color in the glass, this is a deep and brooding Pinotage that shows great intensity and concentration. Heady black fruit, espresso grinds, woody spice and black tea all abound on the nose and mouth, and a glimmer of peppery game lingers on the end. Big and firm with strong tannins and a tight finish.",Bush Vine,13,88,Stellenbosch,,,Winery of Good Hope 2010 Bush Vine Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winery-good-hope-2010-bush-vine-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2010,Winery of Good Hope ,Red,US,"Pungent and slightly soapy, quickly moving into sweet and sappy blueberry compote aromas and flavors. This wine really shines in the nose. Alcohol is posted at a moderate 13.2%, but this wine has more complexity than that would suggest.",,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2008 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2008,Waterbrook 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of jammy cherry and raspberry fruit here, with a good cut of acidity for refreshing balance. Feels silky and generous in the mouth. A pleasant, spicy, light-bodied Pinot Noir for drinking now.",Swami,17,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Blue Nomad 2009 Swami Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-nomad-2009-swami-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Blue Nomad 12.5,Red,France,"Balanced wine, with well-integrated red fruits and dry tannins, offering plenty of fruitiness. Structure is important here, but so are the red currant and spice flavors.",,25,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lamothe-Cissac 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-cissac-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lamothe-Cissac 13,White,France,"Attractive wine, boasting a good balance between herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc and a more perfumed character from Muscadelle. It has a creamy character along with intense acidity, leaving a fresh taste in the mouth.",,11,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château de Parenchère 2010 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-parenchere-2010-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château de Parenchère 12.5,White,France,"Ripe and herbaceous, there is a great zing to this wine. It has crisp grapefruit and lemon flavors, pushing through the green apple skin texture. A real seafood wine.",,13,88,Bordeaux,Entre-Deux-Mers,,Château de Beauregard-Ducourt 2010 Entre-Deux-Mers,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-beauregard-ducourt-2010-white-entre-deux-mers/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château de Beauregard-Ducourt 14,Red,Italy,"Really a Valpolicella blend (with Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara grapes), Ruberpan offers pretty berry intensity and ruby luminosity. Bright aromas of blackberry, spice and cola complete the picture.",Ruberpan,30,88,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Pieropan 2006 Ruberpan Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-2006-ruberpan-red-rosso-veronese/,Corvina,2006,Pieropan 14.5,Red,Spain,"Begins murky, with baked red fruit and tomato aromas. The palate is tight and shows structure along with roasted, spicy, dry berry flavors that sweeten up towards the finish. Interesting despite being a bit baked out and rustic. 60% Merlot with 30% Tempranillo and 10% Cabernet.",s. XII Cister,22,88,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Monastir 2006 s. XII Cister Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monastir-2006-s-xii-cister-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2006,Monastir 14.9,Red,US,"Noceto is a Sangiovese specialist in the Sierra Foothills but does a nice job with Zinfandel here, sourcing from the ""original"" Grandpere Vineyard, which dates back to the 1860s and which the winery says may be the oldest producing Zin vineyard in the world. The wine is classic old-vine, good and juicy with blackberry predominant, but also tannic and brambly, dusty even, with a hint of mint.",OGP - The Original Grandpere Vineyard,29,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Noceto 2007 OGP - The Original Grandpere Vineyard Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noceto-2007-ogp-the-original-grandpere-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Noceto ,Red,US,"This is structured around pretty, clean, primary fruit flavors. It's forward and accessible, with dusty blueberry and pale black cherry most prominent. Pleasant drinking, though not as concentrated as the Apex Merlot.",,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Apex 13.7,White,Argentina,"A natural type of blended white with vanilla, powdered sugar, peach, pear and citrus on the bouquet. The palate is fresh and zesty, with apple, citrus and peach flavors, and no oak, resin or toast foisted into the glass. Nicely focused throughout, with a good mouthfeel. Chardonnay with 15% each of Sauvignon Blanc and Torrontés.",Cocina Blanco,15,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,La Posta 2010 Cocina Blanco White (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/posta-2010-cocina-blanco-white-mendoza/,White Blend,2010,La Posta 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A smooth, rich wine from a new range signed by winemaker João Portugal Ramos. It has fresh berry fruits, spiced tannin with some structure along with acidity. It shows power, a touch of toast, while also having elegance. Ready to drink.",Ramos Reserva,10,88,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2010 Ramos Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2010-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,J. Portugal Ramos 14.3,Red,Argentina,"Rooty and smoky smelling, with hickory, roasted berry, cherry and red currant aromas. The palate is smartly structured, with cassis, plum and other solid berry flavors. Finishes with composure and length; a likable wine for grilled meats.",Reserva,21,88,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Luigi Bosca 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipu/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Luigi Bosca ,Red,US,"From widely scattered vineyards and AVAs, this nicely aged Cabernet shows fig, black cherry and cassis fruit flavors that lead into darker, earthier tannins. Aged in half new/half neutral French oak, it's got some peppery highlights as well, then thins out through the finish.",,36,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Trust 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trust-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Trust 14,Red,Portugal,"From vineyards in Douro Superior, the eastern section of the Douro region, this is a concentrated pure red berry fruit-flavored wine. It wears its richness lightly and easily, emphasizing the acidity as much as the ripe fruit.",Altano Organically Farmed Vineyards,14,88,Douro,,,Symington Family Estates 2009 Altano Organically Farmed Vineyards Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/symington-family-estates-2009-altano-organically-farmed-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Symington Family Estates 14.9,Red,Australia,"Lush and creamy in texture and showing a bit of warmth, this is a mouthfilling, crowd-pleasing blend of Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro (Mourvèdre). Ripe currant fruit is nicely framed by hints of vanilla and cedar. Drink now–2015.",Ass Kisser Fine Red Wine,10,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Rocland Estate 2009 Ass Kisser Fine Red Wine Red (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocland-estate-2009-ass-kisser-fine-red-wine-south/,Red Blend,2009,Rocland Estate 15,Red,South Africa,"Fresh spearmint sprig permeates the bouquet and palate, lifting up the intense black cherry and raspberry fruit flavors. Medium weight, with a nice juicy liveliness that transitions nicely into the long finish infused with sweet spice.",,19,88,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Remhoogte 2009 Pinotage (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remhoogte-2009-pinotage-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2009,Remhoogte 13.5,Red,Portugal,"The earthy, sweet fruit is shot through with acidity. The wine is soft, rich, full of black plum fruits, with a ripe, smooth aftertaste.",Guadalupe,14,88,Alentejano,,,Quinta do Quetzal 2009 Guadalupe Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-quetzal-2009-guadalupe-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta do Quetzal 13.5,White,Portugal,"Apple-flavored wine, as fresh as can be and with some attractive spice and vanilla flavors. The acidity is finely balanced to give an ultrafresh wine.",Branco,23,88,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Sant'Ana 2010 Branco Fernão Pires (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-santana-2010-branco-portuguese-white-fernao-pires-lisboa/,Fernão Pires,2010,Quinta de Sant'Ana 14,White,Italy,St. Justina is a gorgeously fragrant and lively wine that delivers a steady stream of aromas from lemon blossom to honeysuckle and jasmine. It's hard to beat the beauty of this bouquet. Plan to pair this wine with fragrant Thai or Vietnamese dishes.,St. Justina Exclusiv,29,88,,Alto Adige,,St. Pauls 2008 St. Justina Exclusiv Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-pauls-2008-justina-exclusiv-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2008,St. Pauls 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Chocolaty raspberry and plum aromas are oaky and hint at vanilla. The palate is fairly soft, with freshening acidity hoisting up sweet plum and blackberry jam flavors. Rich and stout late, with molasses on the finish. More easy and ready than tannic and firm.",Felino,19,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Cobos 2009 Felino Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-2009-felino-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Viña Cobos 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Robust berry and plum aromas come with ample toast and spice. The palate has a crisp, focused feel and kicking black fruit and berry flavors. Finishes bright, solid and toasty, with a controlled coffee-like bitterness. Very nice wine; only 200 cases produced.",Clásico,16,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viejo Isaias 2010 Clásico Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viejo-isaias-2010-clasico-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2010,Viejo Isaias 13,White,Italy,"With fish, salad or spicy vegetarian fare, you absolutely can't go wrong with a wine like this. An expression of Pinot Bianco (or Weissburgunder in German), the grape offers more heft and weight in the mouth and subtle, but steady aromas of pear and white peach.",,15,88,,Alto Adige,,Tiefenbrunner 2010 Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiefenbrunner-2010-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2010,Tiefenbrunner 13.5,Red,US,"For a big-production, small-price Cabernet it would be hard to find much better than this, a smooth, round and lush Cab with some of Cab Franc's herbaceousness (though only Petite Sirah and Petit Verdot have been blended in), cherry, plum and rhubarb.",Selected Vineyards,10,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2009 Selected Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2009-selected-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Concannon 13.5,Red,US,"A really nice wine, showing the generosity and sheer sexiness that Pinot Noir can offer. With a silky mouthfeel, it has expansive flavors of raspberry and cherry jam, orange zest, vanilla, cinnamon and sandalwood. One of the best Pinots on the market at this price, and easy to find, with 20,000 cases produced.",Heritage Reserve,15,88,California,California Other,California,De Loach 2009 Heritage Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2009-heritage-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,De Loach 14.5,Red,South Africa,"With 60,000 cases imported, this should be an easy find that's well worth the money. Black currant leaf, dark plum flesh and baked fruitcake fill out the nose and mouth, while a touch of milk chocolate enriches the finish. Balanced and drinkable now with medium weight and approachable tannins.",,10,88,Robertson,,,Excelsior 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/excelsior-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-robertson/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Excelsior 12.5,White,Portugal,A very mineral and rich Vinho Verde. The intense acidity is there as well as citrus characters and delicious ripe apple and pear flavors to round out the taut texture.,,10,88,Vinho Verde,,,Casa do Valle 2010 White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-do-valle-2010-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Casa do Valle 14.5,Red,US,"Tasted side by side with the winery's 2007 Champoux Cabernet, this shares a stylistic astringency, but with a bit more forward cherry/berry fruit. Where the 2007 might be seen as more substantial, the 2008 is more approachable and ready for near-term enjoyment.",Champoux Vineyard,50,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Three Rivers 2008 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2008-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Three Rivers 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dense, deep aromas of grilled meat and berry fruits lead to a full and concentrated palate with structure and fierce tannins. Tastes of classic blackberry and plum, with light herbal shadings. Turns more spicy and interesting on the finish.",Viñas Viejas,34,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Milcampos 2009 Viñas Viejas (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milcampos-2009-vinas-viejas-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Milcampos 14,Red,Australia,"A decent value in Aussie Shiraz, this is a medium-bodied, rather restrained rendering of the grape, with dark fruit flavors and hints of coffee, smoke, molasses and cracked pepper. Tannins are firm, so give it another couple of years and drink 2013–2018.",,16,88,Victoria,Pyrenees,,Taltarni 2007 Shiraz (Pyrenees),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-pyrenees/,Shiraz,2007,Taltarni 13.8,Red,US,"An intriguing blend of 62% Sangiovese, 25% Nebbiolo and 13% Barbera, which opens with intensely fragrant highlights of sage, wild berry and wild grape. The fruit flavors that follow are pure and ripe, and the balance is excellent, with just the right mix of acid and tannin.",Blend,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Stottle 2008 Blend Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stottle-2008-blend-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Stottle 14,Red,Australia,"This entry-level red from St. Hallett displays ample cedar and cinnamon spice, cassis and plum fruit and judicious touches of mocha and vanilla, all framed by soft tannins and crisp, tangy acids. Drink now.",Gamekeeper's,13,88,South Australia,Barossa,,St Hallett 2008 Gamekeeper's Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-2008-gamekeepers-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,St Hallett 14.5,Red,US,"The tannins on this Cabernet, which contains 5% Merlot, are tough and gritty. The blackberry, currant and smoky oak flavors are just fine. The question with such an awkward texture in youth is if the wine will resolve with age. In this case, probably not, so drink up.",Reserve,60,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Whitehall Lane ,White,US,"Pretty, fruity and round, with good varietal character and fruit flavors running from tree fruits to tropical. There is also a palate-pleasing, spun sugar highlight, suggesting a trace of residual sugar has been left in the wine.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2010-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Waterbrook ,White,US,"Clean, complex aromatics offer elegant notes of jasmine, cucumber and melon. This is an interesting Pinot Gris, light but not simple, with lingering floral/apple flavors and impeccable balance.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2010 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2010,Waterbrook 13,Red,Portugal,"A wine that preserves some of the earthy character of the Baga grape while getting a richer texture from Touriga Nacional and Tinta Roriz. The result is a powered, chunky wine that also has a hint of elegance, finishing with delicious fresh spice and juice.",Azul Portugal,11,88,Bairrada,,,Wines & Winemakers 2007 Azul Portugal Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2007-azul-portugal-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2007,Wines & Winemakers 14.9,Red,Australia,"Dark-chocolaty in style, with intriguing notes of mint, baskets of ripe blackberries and some annoying hints of hay or alfalfa. It's medium-full in body and extremely supple, making it a very drink-me-now sort of pleasure.",,38,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Groom 2008 Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groom-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2008,Groom 15,Red,Spain,"Floral and fresh smelling, with rosy notes, blueberry and nary any funk, leather or earth. Vibrant and juicy in the mouth, with boysenberry and plum flavors that set up a fruity, clean finish. Brighter, smoother and easier going than the 2009.",Old Vines,9,88,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Evodia 2010 Old Vines Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evodia-2010-old-vines-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2010,Evodia 13,White,Portugal,"Ripe yellow fruits dominate this fruity wine. With its bright acidity, peach and apricot fruits and a citric finish, it is fresh and ready to drink.",Serrado,,88,Dão,,,Castro Pena Alba 2010 Serrado White (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castro-pena-alba-2010-serrado-white-dao/,Portuguese White,2010,Castro Pena Alba 12,White,Portugal,"A citrus-driven wine, fruity and fresh. The acidity is layered under a smoother, ripe character that gives the wine some richness. Clean, intensely fresh while also offering final crispness.",Afros Branco,17,88,Vinho Verde,,,Casal Paço Padreiro 2010 Afros Branco Loureiro (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casal-paco-padreiro-2010-afros-branco-portuguese-white-loureiro-vinho-verde/,Loureiro,2010,Casal Paço Padreiro 12,White,Portugal,"With a good dry tang, this is a delicious Vinho Verde full of citrus and green apple flavors, as bright and breezy as the climate of Portugal's northern Minho region. Screwcap.",Vera,12,88,Vinho Verde,,,Casa do Valle 2010 Vera White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-do-valle-2010-vera-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Casa do Valle 13,White,US,"A great, inexpensive example of Lake County's prowess at Sauvignon Blanc, this wine is marked by grapefruit and kiwi throughout and a creamy opulence that should appeal to a wide range of palates and plates.",Dancing Crow Vineyard,14,88,California,Lake County,Lake County,Cartlidge & Browne 2009 Dancing Crow Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartlidge-browne-2009-dancing-crow-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Cartlidge & Browne 14.6,White,US,"A very pretty Viognier from a small estate producer in Mendocino, this wine is 100% Viognier with no oak and no malolactic fermentation employed. Medium to almost full-bodied, it has impressive texture, plush flavors of honeydew and honey and a slightly sweet finish.","Estate, Schrader Ranch",24,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,"Rivino 2009 Estate, Schrader Ranch Viognier (Mendocino)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivino-2009-estate-schrader-ranch-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Viognier,2009,Rivino 13.6,White,US,"Another exuberant white from Mendocino's Nelson Family, this Muscat is exceedingly fragrant, mostly of sweet jasmine, peach and candied orange. Slightly sweet the estate-grown white still has acid and would pair well with something spicy, either Asian food, spiced shrimp or barbecued oysters.",Estate Grown,21,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Nelson Family Vineyards 2009 Estate Grown Orange Muscat (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nelson-family-2009-estate-grown-muscat-orange-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Orange Muscat,2009,Nelson Family Vineyards 13,White,Portugal,"Herbal wine, with green plum fruits laced with basil and chive flavors. The wine has a mineral edge to it, its fruit under tension from the acidity and bright aftertaste.",Tons de Duorum Branco,10,88,Douro,,,Duorum 2010 Tons de Duorum Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2010-tons-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2010,Duorum 14.1,White,US,"A fine, balanced Chardonnay, with plenty of richness and sophistication, at a good price. It shows satisfying complexities of ripe pineapples and tangerines, accented with creamy lees and the vanilla and buttered toast flavors of oak barrel fermentation.",,17,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Firestone 12.5,White,France,"Packed with great Sauvignon Blanc herbal flavors, this is a delicious wine, at the cool end of the spectrum of white wine. Grapefruit and lemon juice are enlivened by a grassy texture and crisp, fresh acidity.",La Grande Cuvée,12,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Dourthe 2010 La Grande Cuvée (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dourthe-2010-grande-cuvee-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Dourthe 15.5,Red,South Africa,"Glimmers of flint and smoke rim the black cherry and berry fruit on the nose, coupled with earthy scents of tobacco and bramble. The medium-weight mouth offers more developed, oak-driven flavors of cocoa nib and roasted espresso bean while the crushed satin texture fills the mouth with delicate tannins that linger.",,26,88,Stellenbosch,,,Avontuur 2008 Cabernet Franc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avontuur-2008-cabernet-franc-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Avontuur 14,Red,Spain,"Big, black and alive in the glass, with earth and black fruit aromas. The mouth is lively and pure, with blackberry and red plum flavors covering both the dark and red fruit bases. Grabby and long on the finish; very likable value-priced Grenache.",Garnacha,8,88,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2010 Garnacha Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2010-garnacha-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2010,Borsao 14.3,Red,US,"A little soft, but a good, dry and complex young Pinot Noir to drink now. Shows interesting flavors of tart cherries, with plenty of savory spices and a rich hit of oak.",Bluejay,32,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roessler 2009 Bluejay Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2009-bluejay-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Roessler 14.3,White,US,"Made by Karl Wente for golfer Annika Sorenstam, this Chardonnay is luxuriously big, oaky and full of vanilla, caramel, ripe apple and lime characters and very good for its style. Textured and looking for buttery lobster rolls or similar such fare to pair itself with.",,40,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Annika Vineyards 2009 Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/annika-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Annika Vineyards 13,Red,France,"A suave wine, concerned at this stage with its tannins and not with fruit. It is dry, the black plum skin texture just giving an opening to black currant fruits. All this means that this is a wine for aging—give it five years.",,35,88,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Haut-Bellevue 2008 Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bellevue-2008-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Haut-Bellevue 14.4,Red,US,"A red blend of Zinfandel, Syrah, Petite Sirah and Primitivo, much of it estate grown, full of chewy mountain fruit flavors, structured and smoky (in a good way) and earthy, too. The traces of licorice and herbs would be interesting with a similarly herbed piece of fish or chicken.",Interlude,25,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,C.G. di Arie 2008 Interlude Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cg-arie-2008-interlude-red-sierra-foothills/,Red Blend,2008,C.G. di Arie 14.4,Red,US,"This Sierra Foothills Primitivo smells good, lively and of dark, berries, which carry into the taste of the wine. Well-integrated and the alcohol reined in, this effort finishes with a lasting note of cocoa.","Estate Grown, Block 4",25,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),"C.G. di Arie 2008 Estate Grown, Block 4 Primitivo (Shenandoah Valley (CA))",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cg-arie-2008-estate-grown-block-4-zinfandel-primitivo-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Primitivo,2008,C.G. di Arie 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Rounded, with rich jammy fruit, sweet and full in the mouth. The wine has plum jelly flavors, generous and soft feeling, the tannins well buried.",Monte Cascas Colheita,17,88,Douro,,,Casca Wines 2009 Monte Cascas Colheita Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2009-monte-cascas-colheita-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Casca Wines ,White,US,"Though rather high in residual sugar (4.4%), this Riesling balances it against generous acidity. The wine strikes a dynamic tension, with white peach fruit played out against mineral flavors of wet stone and some citrus rind. Good, clean, balanced, moderately long and ultimately not too sweet for main courses.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2010 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2010-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Waterbrook 13.5,Red,Australia,"With its red-berry fruit tinged with tar and black olive, this is a complex, savory red available for a song. It's medium in weight and creamy in texture, turning crisp and silky on the finish. Drink now.",Promised Land,12,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Wakefield 2008 Promised Land Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2008-promised-land-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Wakefield 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Full and dark from the beginning, with black plum, floral notes and a clean overall presentation. It's full, zesty and has proper mouthfeel, while the flavors of berry, toast and herbs are honest and generous. Stylish on the finish; nice Malbec.",Serie A,15,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2010 Serie A Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2010-serie-a-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Zuccardi 13,White,Spain,"Punchy and citrusy on the nose, with passion fruit leading the way. It's balanced and round in the mouth, but good acids push green apple, green melon and peach flavors. Solid and true on the finish, with lasting citrus and mineral notes.",,15,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Viña del Sopié 2010 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sopie-2010-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Viña del Sopié 12.5,White,Portugal,"On the tropical side of Sauvignon Blanc, the wine is packed with great acidity, and a fresh, creamy texture. It's as clean as a whistle, a delight to drink.",,14,88,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2010-sauvignon-blanc-tejo/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Fiuza 12.5,Red,Portugal,"Red cherries and plums dominate this fruity wine. It has a recognizable Portuguese dry tannic core, while around is a plush and juicy texture. A great barbecue wine.",3 Castas,10,88,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2010 3 Castas Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2010-3-castas-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Fiuza 13.5,White,South Africa,"A flinty and mineral-driven Chard that also expresses a soft backnote of fresh savory herbs, white florals and clover on the nose. There's plenty of rich fruit to be found on the round palate, as the assertive toasted apple and honeydew flavors flood the mouth and remain through the long finish.",,20,88,Western Cape,,,Eikendal 2010 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eikendal-2010-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2010,Eikendal 14.5,Red,South Africa,"The Berry Box is a fitting name for this wine, with its intense core of bright black berry, mulberry, raspberry and wild strawberry infused with notes of licorice root and peppery spice. The mouth is ripe and full but not overpowering with fine-grain tannins and a medium length finish.",The Berry Box,15,88,Stellenbosch,,,Edgebaston 2009 The Berry Box Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgebaston-2009-berry-box-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2009,Edgebaston 14.8,Red,US,"This Sierra Foothills Grenache Noir, as it's labeled, has an intense, grapey nose, its taste silky, smooth and juicy with decent length and texture, though the wine could use more layers. Estate-grown, this is an interesting producer of Rhône varieties in El Dorado, this wine blended with 8% Mourvedre and 1% Petite Sirah.",Estate,20,88,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Holly's Hill 2009 Estate Grenache (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollys-hill-2009-estate-grenache-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Grenache,2009,Holly's Hill 12,Sparkling,Australia,"A fine repository for excess Chardonnay fruit, The Postmistress offers only slight yeastiness, but ample citrus fruit and a soft, elegant mousse. Gingery and toasty on the finish. Drink now.",The Postmistress Blanc de Blanc,20,88,South Australia,Padthaway,,Henry's Drive Vignerons 2010 The Postmistress Blanc de Blanc Chardonnay (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henrys-drive-vignerons-2010-postmistress-blanc-blanc-chardonnay-padthaway/,Chardonnay,2010,Henry's Drive Vignerons 13.5,Red,Portugal,"The nose is intensely barnyard, but as the wine develops it shows more smooth tannins, ripe berry fruits and a fine structure. This is a wine that is still developing, bringing on the acidity, the wood and the damson fruit flavors. There is aging potential there.",,25,88,Douro,,,Quinta de São José 2009 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-sao-jose-2009-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta de São José 14.8,Red,US,"A nice, firm and good Livermore Cabernet with structured tannins and good bones, length and a roundedness that works. Black currant and nutmeg flavors prevail. The wine spent a while in all new Hungarian oak. McGrail is also a vineyard source to look for on other Livermore producer's bottles.",A Jo Elet,40,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,McGrail 2007 A Jo Elet Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcgrail-2007-a-jo-elet-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,McGrail 14.8,Red,US,"A second Rhône-style blend from Ott & Murphy, this one based upon Cinsault (38%), Syrah (37%) and Mourvèdre (22%) with a splash of Viognier. It is the most interesting of the winery's 2008 reds, with spiced apples, plums, clove, cumin and other exotic accents, a soft earthiness and medium complexity.",Compendium,26,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ott & Murphy 2008 Compendium Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-2008-compendium-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Ott & Murphy 14,Red,South Africa,"Brambly red berry, dried tobacco leaves and serious gamy notes lead the way on the bouquet, while a bit more ripe plum and cherry flavors unfold in the mouth. Balanced but a bit on the rustic side with prominent acidity followed by a black pepper-dominated finish.",,,88,Paarl,,,Plaisir De Merle 2008 Shiraz (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plaisir-merle-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-paarl/,Shiraz,2008,Plaisir De Merle 14.3,White,US,"There's no oak on this wine, so it depends on the natural flavors of the grapes. And how good they are. Rich and opulent in pineapples, lemons, oranges, honeysuckle flowers and vanilla, the wine is brightened with crisp acidity.",Signature Collection Amore,24,88,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2010 Signature Collection Amore Pinot Grigio (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2010-signature-collection-amore-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Pietra Santa 14.2,Red,US,"Very ripe and flattering, with blackberry and cherry jam fruit that finishes with that curious combination of dry and sweet. The tannins of this mountain, located in central Sonoma County, are tough. Should hold over the years, without developing complexity.",,55,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Peters Family 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peters-family-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Peters Family 14.6,Red,US,"This bottling has been variable over the years. The '08 plays it safe, offering a pleasantly rich, tannic Bordeaux-style blend with blackberry, cherry, currant, herb and cedar flavors.",Arise,50,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackbird Vineyards 2008 Arise Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackbird-2008-arise-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Blackbird Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"A dry, smooth, velvety wine, rich in blackberry, cherry, spice and oak flavors. Feels luxurious and refined, with great tannins. There's a certain funkiness, like bacon, you'll either like or won't.",,95,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bello Family Vineyards 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bello-family-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bello Family Vineyards 14.9,Red,US,"Tart and a little monolithic, but pretty enough, with light strawberry and cherry fruit flavors. On the second day it broadens out a bit, adding hints of tobacco. Slightly hot in the finish.",Kiona Vineyard,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Barrister 2009 Kiona Vineyard Sangiovese (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2009-kiona-vineyard-sangiovese-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sangiovese,2009,Barrister 14,Red,Australia,"Strongly marked by its 16-month stay in American oak, this is a creamy-textured, lush Shiraz that displays vanilla, cedar and cured-meat aromas, while the flavors are dark and earthy. Savory, meaty notes emerge on the supple, vanilla-laden finish. Drink now–2016.",Single Vineyard,16,88,Victoria,Heathcote,,Taltarni 2006 Single Vineyard Shiraz (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-2006-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-heathcote/,Shiraz,2006,Taltarni 14.7,Red,US,"Stella Mae is three fifths Cabernet Sauvignon, with 21% Petit Verdot and 16% Merlot the other main components. Aged in 50% new French Taransaud barrels, its delicious toasty flavors seem to overpower the light fruit flavors of watermelon and strawberry.",Stella Mae,42,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Sparkman 2008 Stella Mae Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2008-stella-mae-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Sparkman 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Briary aromas start with some funk and animal then settle down and clean up. The palate has a nice, layered feel and earthy flavors of berry, cassis and herbs. Finishes long, chocolaty and spicy, with freshness. 60% Malbec with 30% Cabernet and 10% Syrah.",Reserva Blend,24,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sottano 2009 Reserva Blend Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sottano-2009-reserva-blend-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2009,Sottano 12.5,White,Spain,"Apple and honeyed aromas are round and ripe. The palate is chunky and easy, but with good acidity. Flavors revolve around apple and peach, while the finish is linear and direct. Ripe and solid wine from a good vintage for Albariño.",,15,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Serra da Estrela 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serra-estrela-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Serra da Estrela 14.4,Red,US,"A rare, pure, varietal Petit Verdot, from a great Red Mountain vineyard. Earthy, thick tannins cover sleek red fruits, with plenty of acidity under to buoy it up. It's a big, blocky, slightly hot wine, that may benefit from further bottle age.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Januik 2008 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Petit Verdot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2008-ciel-cheval-vineyard-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Petit Verdot,2008,Januik 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A dark, firmly textured wine, its fruit wrapped in dark tannins. There is a strong perfumed character and the spicy damson juice is ripe. A wine with power, density and also acidity.",Vila Santa,20,88,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2009 Vila Santa Syrah (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2009-vila-santa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-alentejano/,Syrah,2009,J. Portugal Ramos 14.5,Red,US,"The grapes are sourced from older vines located throughout the Columbia Valley. This is solid and not flashy, with wild brambly berries, earth and loam, a streak of woody bark, and overall a Bordeaux-like character. It was aged 22 months in one third new oak barrels.",,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,L'Ecole No. 41 15,Red,US,"Fully resolved for drinking now, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petite Verdot and Zinfandel is soft and delicious. It shows plenty of berries, cherries, currants, chocolate, anise, pepper and dusty Indian spices, and finishes a little sweet in alcohol.",Kiame Kuvée,38,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Kiamie 2007 Kiame Kuvée Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiamie-2007-kiame-kuvee-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2007,Kiamie 14.5,White,South Africa,"Fermented in French oak using only wild yeasts, this is a lavish and spicy Chenin for a reasonable price. Wood-driven notes of honeyed almonds, toasted challah and Honeycomb cereal dominate the overall character, though flavors of pineapple and juicy peach appear in the mouth.",,25,88,Swartland,,,Lammershoek 2008 Chenin Blanc (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lammershoek-2008-chenin-blanc-swartland/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Lammershoek 12.5,White,Australia,"With a flinty edge to its lemon-lime aromas and an indescribable stone-dust component to its flavors, this is an intriguing medium-bodied Semillon that finishes with laser-like precision. Drink now–2020, by which time it will have developed honey and toast characters.",,18,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Margan 2009 Semillon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margan-2009-semillon-semillon-hunter-valley/,Sémillon,2009,Margan 13.5,Red,US,"This has the assertive vanilla and tobacco flavors that often come with certain oak treatments; these are friendly, familiar components of many inexpensive California bottlings. The difference here is that there is real, substantial fruit at the heart of the wine—it's bursting with berries and cherries.",Traditions,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Milbrandt 2008 Traditions Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2008-traditions-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Milbrandt 14.5,Red,US,"Give this wine a brief decant to let it breathe and mellow. After a while, it's soft and lush, with rich flavors of blackberries, dark chocolate, pepper and sweet cedar. Drink now.",,34,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Meadowcroft 2007 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meadowcroft-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2007,Meadowcroft 14.5,Red,US,"Made in a lighter style, this is a pleasant Pinot Noir whose elegance make it an appropriate partner now with good food. It's dry and silky, with cherry, raspberry, anise and cinnamon flavors, and feels just fine in the mouth.",Heritage Reserve,40,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2008 Heritage Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2008-heritage-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Schug 14.5,Red,US,"Lots to like in this dry, softly tannic young Cabernet, especially the fruit. Brims with ripe cherry, blackberry and plum flavors, with a smoky, sweet coating of oak. It's ready to drink now.",,28,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Schug 13.5,White,South Africa,"The brisk finish lifts the round mouthfeel of this ripe Sauv Blanc, as flavors of ripe gooseberry and green fig are perfectly poised against a backdrop of sweet grass and a touch of chamomile. Refreshing and satisfying all at once; drink now and through 2012.",,20,88,Western Cape,,,Rustenberg 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustenberg-2010-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Rustenberg 14.2,White,US,"Brisk acidity gives this ripe, honeyed wine a much-needed hit of crispness. The flavors are very rich, of tangerines, papayas and the sweet taste of Meyer lemons. Delightful and satisfying for a cocktail sipper, or with Thai, Vietnamese or Chinese pork and chicken dishes.",Estate,25,88,California,Napa,Calistoga,Madrigal 2010 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrigal-2010-estate-sauvignon-blanc-napa-calistoga/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Madrigal 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Sweet ripe plum fruit flavors are laced with acidity and soft, dusty tannins in this smoky tobacco-scented wine. It is smooth, rich, ready to drink.",Quinta do Grifo Reserva,10,88,Douro,,,Rozes 2008 Quinta do Grifo Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rozes-2008-quinta-grifo-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Rozes 12.5,White,Portugal,"Think freshly cut pineapple and you have this wine. It is dry but rich with tropical fruits that are cut through by a line of citrus. The texture offers a limpid, refreshing feel.",Guadalupe Branco,14,88,Alentejano,,,Quinta do Quetzal 2010 Guadalupe Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-quetzal-2010-guadalupe-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2010,Quinta do Quetzal 13,Red,Portugal,"Full, fruity wine with attractive tannins to give a dry edge to what is a delicious, juicy blackberry-flavored barbecue wine.",Oscar's Tinto,13,88,Douro,,,Quevedo 2009 Oscar's Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quevedo-2009-oscars-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quevedo ,Dessert,South Africa,"Though it might be a bit direct and simple, this dessert wine is delicious and satisfying with decadent flavors of juicy peach, sweet spice and ginger bread drizzled with honey. The alcohol shows a bit after swallow, but the spicy notes take hold on the close.",Treskilling Yellow,23,88,Stellenbosch,,,Post House 2008 Treskilling Yellow Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/post-house-2008-treskilling-yellow-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Post House 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Roasted and rubbery on first take, with aromas of leather, beefy blackberry and a pinch of herbal juniper and sharpness. The palate is racy and flows well, with lightly herbal flavors of red plum, raspberry and leather. Long on the finish, with a juicy feel.",Reserva,25,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sottano 2008 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sottano-2008-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Sottano 14.2,Red,US,"A tough wine to like right now. It's tightly wound and hard in tannins and bone dry, which is the winery's house style. These are grapes that were picked early, before they shriveled. The flavors veer between blackberries and currants to anise and pepper. The gamble is in the cellar. Try after 2013.",,45,88,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Smith-Madrone 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-madrone-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Smith-Madrone 14,Red,Australia,"If not for some distractingly garlicky notes, this wine would have scored higher, as it displays bright, crisply defined cherry fruit, complex mocha and fudge shadings and a food-friendly, medium-bodied nature. Chunky tannins suggest beef or lamb as pairings.",Omrah,20,88,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2007 Omrah Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2007-omrah-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2007,Plantagenet 14.5,Red,Australia,"Aside from some tarry, rubbery notes immediately upon opening, this is a pretty straightforward, medium- to full-bodied blend of 40% Shiraz, 32% Mourvèdre and 28% Grenache. Sweet vanilla accents lush blackberry fruit, while spice notes mark the supple finish. Decant or otherwise aerate it, and drink it over the next few years.",Three Gardens SMG,20,88,South Australia,Barossa,,Langmeil 2009 Three Gardens SMG G-S-M (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langmeil-2009-three-gardens-smg-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-barossa/,G-S-M,2009,Langmeil 13.5,Red,Spain,"Earth, cherry, spice and leather aromas are subtle and do not overpower. The palate is kind of snappy and tangy, which may be due to 20% Graciano in the blend. Flavors of tomato, herbs and red berry are firm and perky, while the finish is dry and tight. Drink now through 2014.",Reserva Unfiltered,28,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2007 Reserva Unfiltered (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2007-reserva-unfiltered-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Muga 13.5,Red,Australia,"This wine's tobacco and cassis notes are textbook Cabernet, although it stands out for its velvety tannins and rich mouthfeel. The fruit is dark, verging on date-like or chocolaty, yet the wine retains a sense of structure throughout the long, textured finish. Fine to drink now, but it should last a few years if you decide to wait.",Koonunga Hill,12,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2007 Koonunga Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2007-koonunga-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Penfolds 13.5,White,South Africa,"Bright and balanced with earthy notes of straw and almond skin spicing up the green melon, anjou pear and rich kiwi fruit flavors. The mouth is full and satifying while the finish is somewhat brisk with great lift. Drink now.",Petit,12,88,Western Cape,,,Ken Forrester 2010 Petit Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2010-petit-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Ken Forrester 13,White,Italy,"The bi-lingual Italian-German label reads Pinot Bianco and Weissburgunder. Once in your glass, this fresh and luminous white wine offers lovely layers of stone fruit, grapefruit and pear that wash clean over the palate.",,20,88,,Alto Adige,,Josef Weger 2010 Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-weger-2010-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2010,Josef Weger 14.9,Red,US,"An elegant wine, rich in blackberry, blueberry and cherry fruit, with plenty of sweet, smoky oak. There's a cut of acidity, and the tannins are firm. Your window for drinking this Cab is 2013.",Carol's Vineyard,40,88,California,Napa,St. Helena,J. Lohr 2007 Carol's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2007-carols-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,J. Lohr 13.9,Red,Australia,"Full, thick and viscous, this is a reasonably dense Shiraz at a realistic price. Black cherry notes carry a hint of raisining, but also rich chocolaty goodness and lingering mocha on the finish. Drink now.",,15,88,South Australia,South Australia,,9 Mile Road 2008 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/9-mile-road-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2008,9 Mile Road 13.5,Rose,US,"Dark pink in color this rosato, or rosé of Sangiovese, is a delight, fruity and refreshing with some substance behind it and a touch of spice on the finish.",Rosato,12,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Amador Foothill Winery 2010 Rosato Sangiovese (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2010-rosato-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sangiovese,2010,Amador Foothill Winery 14.1,Red,US,"The Shenandoah Valley in California's Sierra Foothills is definitely showing its propensity for Sangiovese here with longtime producer Amador Foothill Winery doing a nice job on this 2007, a wine with lots of dry, dusty tannins and mountain-grown structure that's still got spice and will pair with Italian-inspired dishes with ease.",Estate Bottled,18,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2007 Estate Bottled Sangiovese (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2007-estate-bottled-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sangiovese,2007,Amador Foothill Winery 14.5,Red,Portugal,"The earthy character of Alicante Bouschet is very evident here. The wine, vinified following the lunar calendar, is full of blackberry juice flavors. The estate is named after the cranes, Grous, which nest here.",Moon Harvested,50,88,Alentejano,,,Herdade dos Grous 2009 Moon Harvested Alicante Bouschet (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grous-2009-moon-harvested-other-red-alicante-bouschet-alentejano/,Alicante Bouschet,2009,Herdade dos Grous 14.5,Red,Spain,"It's hard to avoid the wine's rooty, green aromas of bell pepper and spice, which fall in front of a thick, bullish, tannic palate with sweet, slightly baked berry and cassis flavors. Bulky on the finish, which deals bitter chocolate and herb flavors. 70% Cabernet Sauvignon with 15% each Merlot and Tempranillo.",EVO,32,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Queiles,,Guelbenzu 2006 EVO Red (Ribera del Queiles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guelbenzu-2006-evo-red-ribera-queiles/,Red Blend,2006,Guelbenzu 13.5,Red,Portugal,"With its tight tannins, this is a very structured wine, its juicy black fruits already well integrated into the dark texture. It tastes powerful because it is so concentrated. At the same time there is elegance.",Conde de Vimioso Seleccionada Colheita,9,88,Tejo,,,Falua 2010 Conde de Vimioso Seleccionada Colheita Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-2010-conde-vimioso-seleccionada-colheita-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Falua 12.5,White,Portugal,"Arinto, sometimes used in sparkling wine, creates a bright, crisp, lime-flavored wine. It is powered by its acidity and the apple skin texture, all the fruit coming right to the front.",Grand'Arte,11,88,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 Grand'Arte Arinto (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-grandarte-portuguese-white-arinto-lisboa/,Arinto,2010,DFJ Vinhos 12.5,Red,France,"Well structured wine, with herbal and bell pepper flavors as well as delicious juicy black currant fruits. The fruit is enclosed in a firm set of tannins, offering some aging potential. The finish brings out the bright acidity of the vintage.",,18,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château la Tonnelle 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tonnelle-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château la Tonnelle 14,Red,France,"A finely made wine with big tannins equalled by the rich fruits. The wine has balanced wood character, acidity, great berry fruits, damsons and a firm, dry core that promises aging.",Réserve du Château,18,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Pey la Tour 2008 Réserve du Château (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pey-tour-2008-reserve-du-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Pey la Tour 13.5,White,Spain,"Melon and peach aromas are clean and attractive. The palate is round and creamy, with just enough acidic cut. Flavors of melon and peach carry onto the finish, which has thickness and smoothness. Easygoing for Albariño.",Salneval,10,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Condes de Albarei 2010 Salneval Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condes-albarei-2010-salneval-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Condes de Albarei 13.5,Red,US,"Fruit-forward with big but managed tannins and structure. Concannon has done a nice job here with its Conservancy Cab, smelling of sweet cranberry relish, almost herbal on the nose like a Cab Franc (and its Central Coast Cab), and finishing with plenty of vanilla.",Conservancy,15,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2008 Conservancy Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2008-conservancy-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Concannon 13.5,Red,US,"This wine sneaked into a tasting of far more expensive Napa Valley wines and did well. It's softly tannic and dry, yet so rich in blackberry, cherry and chocolate fruit, it's almost sweet. An enjoyable red wine to drink now, at a very nice price.",,18,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2008 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2008-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2008,Clos La Chance 15,White,US,"With notes of buttered toast, honey and vanilla cream, this Chardonnay is overpowered by new oak barrel influences. Beneath that are delicious fruit flavors of pineapples, oranges, pears and apricots. Rich and flashy in the popular style, with good acidity, but the heavy hand of oak limits the score.",Hawk Hill Vineyard,50,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2009 Hawk Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2009-hawk-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,De Loach 13.5,White,US,"A really pretty Sauvignon Blanc, crisp in acidity and with a tangy mineral streak that gives punch to the fruit. Rich in orange, Meyer lemon and lime flavors, it finishes with a touch of honey. A steal at this price.",,13,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benziger 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Benziger 13.3,Red,US,"With a mere 13.3% alcohol by volume, this wine represents Randall Grahm's efforts to get back to his interpretation of more balanced wines. What you get is elegance and fine structure, at the cost of richness. Totally dry, it shows cherry fruit, anise and pepper flavors, with a cherryskin tannic bitterness.",Alamo Creek,35,88,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Bonny Doon 2007 Alamo Creek Syrah (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-2007-alamo-creek-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Syrah,2007,Bonny Doon 16,Port/Sherry,US,"Hawk and Horse makes an impressive Red Hills Cabernet Sauvignon so it's no surprise they would excel with a Port-style fortified wine made from their same, biodynamically farmed, mountain Cab Sauv grapes. Dark-cherry red in color and aroma with a leathery, cigar nose, this wine is super rich in texture, full of caramel and dark plum, finishing smooth and long. Very pleasant to drink, with the tannins nicely mellowed.",Latigo Dessert Wine,45,89,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Hawk and Horse Vineyards 2006 Latigo Dessert Wine Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-horse-2006-latigo-dessert-wine-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hawk and Horse Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"An elaborately rich, flamboyant Syrah whose ultraripe blackberry and cherry flavors have a tangy taste of bacon. Plenty of new oak adds vanilla, buttered toast and butterscotch. Almost too much of a good thing. Drink now.",Occidental Road Syrah,35,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 2008 Occidental Road Syrah Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-coast-2008-occidental-road-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2008,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 14.6,Red,US,"A very clearly well-made wine—the longtime former Beaulieu winemaker Joel Aiken's name is listed as winemaker—the Pinot is sourced from high-elevation vineyards above the town of Mendocino and fermented in small lots. Beautifully textured, aromas open slowly, dominated by rose petal and violets and a touch of cola spice, developing further into dark cherry and earthy tones. Rich and layered, it's a great value for lovers of bigger-style Pinot and will age another few years for sure.",,30,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Amici 2007 Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amici-2007-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2007,Amici ,Red,Argentina,"A savory bouquet includes aromas of chocolate, smoke, blackberry and earthy plum. The palate shows grip and a syrupy density, while the flavors run towards candied black fruits, leather and savory spice. Very ripe and a bit soft and sweet. Drink now through 2013.",Amorío,33,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tikal 2009 Amorío Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tikal-2009-amorio-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Tikal 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A smooth wine that has the tannic structure of 2008, along with spice and juicy red fruit acidity. While the fruit is important, it's the overall structure, with its elegance, that scores for the wine.",Tinto,11,89,Tejo,,,Quinta da Alorna 2008 Tinto Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2008-tinto-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta da Alorna 14,Red,Argentina,"Somewhat rustic on the nose, with baked, herbal lead aromas bringing side scents of tree bark and earthy berry. Tightly wound and tannic in the mouth, with cola, spice and chocolaty flavors. Dry, focused and composed as it makes its point.",Grand Reserve Winemaker's Selection,26,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Proemio 2006 Grand Reserve Winemaker's Selection Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/proemio-2006-grand-reserve-winemakers-selection-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2006,Proemio 14,Red,Italy,"One of the best Morellinos on the market, Suberli offers a plush and rich expression of Sangiovese from southern Tuscany with sun-kissed aromas of ripe blackberry and cherry. The wine finishes with a soft, spicy close.",,18,89,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Suberli 2009 Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/suberli-2009-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2009,Suberli 13.8,Red,US,"Delicious, sweet scents of perfectly ripe berries rise up from the glass, and it would be easy to say it's just a big old bowl of raspberry fruit. But the structure is excellent, and the proportion of acid and tannin gives the wine substance and depth. It spent 20 months in a mix of oak, but it seems more neutral than intrusive. A fine bottle.",,24,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Stottle 2008 Sangiovese (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stottle-2008-sangiovese-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Sangiovese,2008,Stottle 14.8,Red,US,"This is 42% Merlot, 31% Cabernet Franc, 17% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Malbec and 5% Petit Verdot. The careful blend and great vineyard sources are somewhat obscured by the almost-15% alcohol, and some stemmy flavors manage to creep into the finish. Herb, barrel spices and rather austere red fruits put the emphasis on the Cabernet components.",Ruby Leigh,42,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Sparkman 2008 Ruby Leigh Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2008-ruby-leigh-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Sparkman 14.7,Red,US,"Almost entirely sourced from Klipsun Vineyard Cabernet, and aged for 22 months in two thirds new French oak, this powerful wine is loaded with aromas of toast, mocha, nougat, and latte—all good, but needing a few more years of bottle age to meld with the deep berry and pretty cassis fruit. Still finding its way, with green tea flavors in the tannins. A good one to lock away for a few years.",Kingpin,56,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Sparkman 2008 Kingpin Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2008-kingpin-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Sparkman 15,Red,South Africa,Here's a fruitfocused Shiraz that puts forward just what one would expect: red cherry and plum fruit flavors backed by hints of black pepper and game. The fine tannins and medium body produce an overall structure that's approachable now.,,27,89,Stellenbosch,,,Rust en Vrede 2008 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rust-en-vrede-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2008,Rust en Vrede 8.5,White,US,"Plenty sweet with alcohol at just 8.5%, yet dry enough to accompany a main course of poultry or seafood in a fruit sauce, this round and pleasing wine has a mix of stone fruits and juicy acidity.",Sweet,10,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pacific Rim 2010 Sweet Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-rim-2010-sweet-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Pacific Rim 14.2,Red,US,"This blend of Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon has a spicy start, with dark, tannic, slightly earthy raspberries and black cherries filling out the mouth. Streaks of smoke, black olive and coffee come into play as it winds into a moderately deep finish.",g3,18,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2008 g3 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2008-g3-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Goose Ridge 12.5,White,Portugal,"A fat-feeling wine that has definite richness and sweet pear and apricot fruit flavors. It is ripe, full in the mouth, more of a food style.",3 Castas,10,89,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2010 3 Castas White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2010-3-castas-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2010,Fiuza 14.3,Red,US,"A sweet, soft, luscious wine that flatters the mouth with flavors of cherries, raspberries, currants, milk chocolate and toast. Easy to drink, with elegant tannins.",Winemaker's Blend,20,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma County-Napa County,Ghost Pines 2009 Winemaker's Blend Merlot (Sonoma County-Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-pines-2009-winemakers-blend-merlot-napa-sonoma-county-napa-county/,Merlot,2009,Ghost Pines 13,Red,France,"Intensely rich, this mint- and red- fruit-flavored wine is powered by its ripe fruit. The tannins give shape to the ripeness, and there's a line of acidity, concentrated as well as fresh.",,,89,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Blaye,,Château Cantinot 2009 Premieres Côtes de Blaye,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantinot-2009-red-premieres-cotes-blaye/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Cantinot 13,Red,France,"Owned by renowned wine consultant Jacques Boissenot (advisor to most of the Bordeaux first growths), this should be exemplary—and it is. It is pure black currant fruit, understated yet beautifully balanced. The acidity pierces through the dry fruit tannins. The wine finishes with just a hint of wood.",,35,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château les Vimières 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vimieres-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château les Vimières 13,White,France,"Herbaceous, crisp wine with green notes leading to grapefruit and lemon zest flavors. The wine is clear as a bell, with its fruit deliciously forward.",,20,89,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Haut Selve 2010 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-selve-2010-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Haut Selve 14.5,Red,US,"With a thick coating of caramelized oak and masses of ripe, jammy fruit, this Pinot tastes sweet. But it's complex in its own way, with a pleasant scour of acidity. Drink now with mushroom risotto, lamb chops or, for the best of all worlds, both.",,24,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,De Loach 14,Red,Australia,"Distinctive for its potent herb, olive and pepper shadings, this firm, tannic Syrah (note the spelling) stands well apart from the vast majority of Australian offerings made from this grape. It's a bit austere but concentrated enough to suggesting cellaring. Try after 2016.",Reserve Release,55,89,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,De Bortoli 2008 Reserve Release Syrah (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2008-reserve-release-shiraz-syrah-syrah-yarra-valley/,Syrah,2008,De Bortoli 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A rich and firmly structured wine, with intense tannins balanced by concentrated fruit. It shows the granite character of the Dão while also having spice and a full-bodied feel. Worth aging for another year.",Reserva,11,89,Dão,,,Caves Aliança 2008 Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2008-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Caves Aliança 12.5,Red,France,"Structured wine, with juicy black currant and red berry fruits, layered with important tannins. It's balanced, pierced with great fresh acidity as well as a more mineral texture. Finely made, it needs another two years aging.",,15,89,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Suau 2008 Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2008-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Suau 13,Red,Portugal,"A smooth, wood-aged wine that shows concentrated fruit, a mineral edge of tannins. It is dense, with the structure dominant, giving some aging potential. Toast and black plum skin join acidity on the finish.",Reserva,18,89,Alentejo,,,Alente 2005 Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alente-2005-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2005,Alente 14.6,Red,US,"This is a pleasing, well-crafted Syrah, 100% varietal, and sourced from the excellent Lewis vineyard. The wine displays a nicely balanced mix of earth, herb, citrus, spice and berry. It feels lighter than its 14.6% alcohol, but the flavors persist, finishing with fine-grained tannins and a streak of coffee/mocha.",,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bunchgrass 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunchgrass-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Bunchgrass 12,White,US,"Bokisch remains a small, family-owned brand to watch out of Lodi, a husband and wife team devoted to Spanish and Portuguese varieties they mostly grow themselves. This light, refreshing Albarino has green apple and pear to spare and lovely, dry acidity, its Catalan roots evident in the wine's overall Old-World style. It screams for seafood.",Terra Alta Vineyard,16,89,California,Central Valley,Clements Hills,Bokisch 2010 Terra Alta Vineyard Albariño (Clements Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bokisch-2010-terra-alta-vineyard-albarino-central-valley-clements-hills/,Albariño,2010,Bokisch 12.5,White,Spain,"Citrus, passion fruit and lime are draped all over the quality bouquet. The palate is juicy and offers a mild spritzy feel, while the palate is sweet and easy but maintains its necessary core citrus and mineral qualities. Finishes mild, smooth and a little sweet.",,22,89,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Blanco Nieva 2010 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blanco-nieva-2010-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Blanco Nieva 13.9,White,US,"A big, full-bodied, extracted wine. Although it's dry, it's enormous in tangerines, lemons, peaches, yellow apricots and golden mangoes, finished with zesty spices. Lots of acidity, too, which makes it mouthwatering. Strikes an interesting pose midway between Pinot Grigio and Chardonnay.",Le Bec Blanc,18,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Beckmen 2009 Le Bec Blanc White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-2009-le-bec-blanc-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Beckmen 14.4,Red,US,"Intended as a Loire Valley-style Cab Franc, this can't suppress its roundly fruity core. Cherries and herbs, a hint of roasted tomato, plenty of acid and some pretty baking spices pile on the details. An interesting wine, though ageability is hard to predict.",Weinbau Vineyard Road Less Traveled,29,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Isenhower 2008 Weinbau Vineyard Road Less Traveled Cabernet Franc (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isenhower-2008-weinbau-vineyard-road-less-traveled-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Isenhower 14.5,White,US,"A welcome hit of crisp acidity is just what this slightly sweet wine needs. It's rich and complex in tangerine, apricot, kiwi and honey flavors, with a sweet coat of oak. Drink as an exotic alternative to an oaky Chardonnay.",White Kuvée,26,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Kiamie 2009 White Kuvée Viognier-Roussanne (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiamie-2009-white-kuvee-rhone-style-white-blend-viognier-roussanne-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier-Roussanne,2009,Kiamie 14.5,Red,US,"Paul Dolan uses fruit from his Dark Horse Ranch as well as some from Parducci to make this almost 100% Cab (there's 2.5% Petit Verdot), a fruit-forward wine with ripe, concentrated flavors and awesome dollops of cinnamon and cola spice. Let the wine air.",,25,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Paul Dolan 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-dolan-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Paul Dolan 14.5,Red,US,"Grenache is one of the hardest varieties to get right, and Zaca Mesa has had brilliant successes as well as not so great. This '08 is somewhere in the middle. It's beautifully ripe in cherry fruit, with a pretty veneer of smoky oak, and feels vital and layered in the mouth. With the weight of Pinot Noir, it should develop interestingly over the next five years.",,32,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2008 Grenache (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2008-grenache-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache,2008,Zaca Mesa 13.9,White,US,"Crisp and lemony with a full, honeyed and rich finish, this Portuguese white made out of the Sierra Foothills screams for seafood. If you've never tasted a California Verdelho, this would be a good place to start.",,18,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),C.G. di Arie 2009 Verdelho (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cg-arie-2009-spanish-white-verdelho-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Verdelho,2009,C.G. di Arie 13.5,White,Spain,"Rioja-based Marqués de Cáceres' first foray into Albariño is a success. This wine is light, salinic and melony on the nose. The palate is complete and offers fine acidity with brine, pineapple and green apple flavors. Good and lightly pithy on the finish.",Deusa Nai,16,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Marqués de Cáceres 2010 Deusa Nai Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2010-deusa-nai-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Marqués de Cáceres 13.5,Red,Italy,"With crisp mountain fruit, this Bordeaux blend from northern Italy offers linear and elegant aromas of small berry, blackberry, spice and crushed black pepper. There's both firmness and freshness that would pair with succulent red meat.",Terre di San Leonardo,22,89,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Marchese Carlo Guerrieri Gonzaga 2006 Terre di San Leonardo Red (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchese-carlo-guerrieri-gonzaga-2006-terre-san-leonardo-red-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,Red Blend,2006,Marchese Carlo Guerrieri Gonzaga 14.4,Red,US,"This Washington Malbec captures some of the high-altitude finesse and structure of the better Argentine versions. Bright fruit, tangy acids, firm tannins, and a high-toned profile make this a fine choice for grilled meats.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2008 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2008-stillwater-creek-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2008,Novelty Hill ,Red,US,"A jumble of toasted grain, raspberries, red currants and eucalyptus, it's tart, spicy, juicy, clear, clean and bright, with expressive raspberry and cranberry fruit.",Alder Ridge Vineyard,40,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Apex at Alder Ridge 2008 Alder Ridge Vineyard Malbec (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-at-alder-ridge-2008-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Malbec,2008,Apex at Alder Ridge 14.5,Red,US,"A complete reversal from 2007, with Cabernet Sauvignon back as the principal grape. Deep plum and black cherry flavors are driving this wine, which opens with a quick burst of juicy fruits, swathed in tart, citrusy acids. Though one third new French oak was used, there is little evidence of it in the mouth. Perhaps the wine is entering a dumbd phase, but it was difficult to get much out of it, even after many hours of breathing time.",Champoux Vineyard,55,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Andrew Will 2008 Champoux Vineyard Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2008-champoux-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Andrew Will 15,Red,South Africa,"Tobacco leaf, cured sweet dried sausage and green peppercorns overpower the black cherry and currant fruit tones, making this an earth- and spice-driven style of Pinotage. The fruit, more skin than flesh, shows a touch more in the lush, firmly structured mouth, but the spicy core dominates yet again on the close.",,28,89,Stellenbosch,,,Hartenberg 2007 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartenberg-2007-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2007,Hartenberg 13,White,US,"The fruit on this drily complex Chardonnay is starting to fall out, giving an herb, cashew nut edge to the pineapples, tangerines and apricots. The wine retains its sweet coating of buttered toast and vanilla honey. Will continue to dry and become earthier over the next several years.",Le Bon Climat Vineyard,75,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Harbison Wines 2007 Le Bon Climat Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harbison-wines-2007-le-bon-climat-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Harbison Wines 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A rich wine, dominated at this stage by sweet wood as much as fruit. The black cherry and spice are just about to come through with the balancing dusty fruit tannins and acidity. It needs about three years to become fully ready.",Tinto,24,89,Alentejano,,,Herdade dos Grous 2009 Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grous-2009-tinto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Herdade dos Grous 14.5,White,Portugal,"A superrich wine, full of new wood flavors, with cinnamon and other spices. It is impressive, almost too much in its intense flavors. It does need to age for at least a year.",Branco Reserva,,89,Alentejano,,,Herdade dos Grous 2009 Branco Reserva White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-grous-2009-branco-reserva-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2009,Herdade dos Grous 13,Red,Portugal,"One of the finest Portuguese winemakers, Luis Pato also likes to portray himself as a rebel against the wine establishment. This wine revels in its pure Baga character, packed with earthy tannins yet also rich in its black currant fruit.",Pato Rebel,,89,Beiras,,,Luis Pato 2010 Pato Rebel Baga (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-pato-2010-rebel-portuguese-red-baga-beiras/,Baga,2010,Luis Pato 13.5,White,South Africa,"The touch of oak that's promised on the label is delivered with subtle hints of almond and dusty spice. Otherwise, the wine is fresh and lively with assertive and zippy notes of green plum and underripe tropical fruit, all of which carry through to the mouthwatering finish. Drink now.",Touch of Oak,30,89,Tulbagh,,,Rijk's 2009 Touch of Oak Chenin Blanc (Tulbagh),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rijks-2009-touch-oak-chenin-blanc-tulbagh/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Rijk's 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Full-bodied, with spice, pepper and a stalky edge. Blackberries dominate, followed by a firm, dry texture. It needs a year in bottle.",Tinto,24,89,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Sant'Ana 2009 Tinto Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-santana-2009-tinto-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta de Sant'Ana 13.5,White,Portugal,"A gorgeously ripe wine, a product of the warm vineyards of the upper Douro, giving tropical fruit, pineapple and peach. The acidity is there to balance, with its apple skin texture.",Passagem,,89,Douro,,,Quinta das Bandeiras 2010 Passagem White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-das-bandeiras-2010-passagem-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2010,Quinta das Bandeiras 12,White,Portugal,"There is a definite spritz to this ripe and creamy wine. It has the freshest fruit, of course, rounded out by a baked apple flavor and sweet grapefruit acidity. Weight as well as freshness.",Avesso,13,89,Vinho Verde,,,Solar de Pinheiro 2010 Avesso Avesso (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solar-pinheiro-2010-avesso-portuguese-white-avesso-vinho-verde/,Avesso,2010,Solar de Pinheiro 13.5,Red,South Africa,"The SGMV (Shiraz-Grenache-Mourvèdre-Viognier) is a crowd-pleasing style of wine with a very attractive price tag. Mocha hits you first on the nose, with secondary scents of forest floor, licorice root, bramble and boysenberry unfolding shortly after. The mouth is creamy and lush and transitions into a beautiful sweet spice-infused finish.",SGMV,15,89,Paarl,,,Vansha 2009 SGMV Red (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vansha-2009-sgmv-red-paarl/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Vansha ,Red,Argentina,"Black fruit, licorice, cola and chocolate aromas cover the bases. The palate is full, sweet and saturated, with a slight syrupy feel and bold blackberry, blueberry and mocha flavors. Sweet on the finish, with vanilla, coffee and a small wash of herbal green; 60% Bonarda/40% Malbec.",Patriota,20,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tikal 2009 Patriota Malbec-Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tikal-2009-patriota-red-blend-malbec-bonarda-mendoza/,Malbec-Bonarda,2009,Tikal 14.5,Red,US,"An inviting old-vine Zin with classically big, dry tannins and an overwhelming nose of alcohol at first that blows off into a dense, chewy, black-fruit wine that'll appeal to Zin lovers, its two years in French oak giving it some lift and complexity in texture. Lingering finish, too.",Old Vine Reserve,32,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Scott Harvey 2007 Old Vine Reserve Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-harvey-2007-old-vine-reserve-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Scott Harvey 15,Red,South Africa,"Baked plum and black berry aromas mesh with a meaty character on the nose, while black pepper and crushed carnation petals add depth to the black fruit-dominant palate. It takes a while for the wine to fully open up, but once it comes out of its shell the silky texture and rich fruit character shines magnificently.",,30,89,Stellenbosch,,,Edgebaston 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgebaston-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Edgebaston 13,Red,France,"Ripe wine, finely balanced with good acidity giving the concentrated black currant fruit a bright character. Tannins show well, a dry core layered with juicy fruit. Age for 2–4 years.",Cuvée les Aubarèdes,24,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Tour de Goua 2009 Cuvée les Aubarèdes (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-goua-2009-cuvee-aubaredes-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Tour de Goua 13,Red,Portugal,"The 2,000-foot-high vineyard of Cardo yields wines which are structured, concentrated and austere in character when young. This 2008 is developing well, its black currant fruit softening the tannins and acidity.",Quinta do Cardo,,89,Beira Interior,,,Companhia das Quintas 2008 Quinta do Cardo Red (Beira Interior),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2008-quinta-cardo-red-beira-interior/,Portuguese Red,2008,Companhia das Quintas 14,Red,France,"Very dark in color, this supercharged Merlot offers soft ripe berry fruits, with plum skin and toast, followed through with pepper and spice. It is powerful, concentrated, the acidity offering some contrasting relief.",,30,89,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Clos du Roy 2009 Fronsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-roy-2009-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Clos du Roy 13.5,Red,Portugal,"From Aliança's Dão estate, the wine was aged 12 months in wood. It exhibits the richness of the vintage, with its hints of raisins and firm dry fruit. There is power here, while the wine also has fine elegance.",Quinta da Garrida,32,89,Dão,,,Garrida 2007 Quinta da Garrida Touriga Nacional (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garrida-2007-quinta-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-dao/,Touriga Nacional,2007,Garrida ,White,US,"This estate-grown Viognier sort of sneaks up on your palate. At first quite dry and slightly bitter, it slowly brings in subtle suggestions of jasmine and gin, citrus rind and wet stone. Still, a bit severe, but interesting.",Velida Estate,18,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2010 Velida Estate Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2010-velida-estate-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2010,Gamache 16,Red,Italy,"From famed Soave producer Pieropan, Amarone Vigna Garzon opens with a light, compact style and aromas of blackberry, dried rosemary and black pepper. The wine shows sweet fruit flavors on the close.",Vigna Garzon,76,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Pieropan 2008 Vigna Garzon (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-2008-vigna-garzon-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2008,Pieropan 14,Red,Portugal,"The blend of Syrah and Trincadeira brings together two elemental grapes with their complementary earthy, barnyard characters. They give the wine a solid, tannic structure offering a solid, chunky texture and a final ripe feel.",Quinta da Viçosa S.T.,40,89,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2009 Quinta da Viçosa S.T. Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2009-quinta-vicosa-st-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,J. Portugal Ramos 13,White,Portugal,"Alvarinho gives a rounded, lightly honeyed character to this rich wine. The flavors of baked apple and crisp citrus dominate, with a full feel to the ripe aftertaste.",,14,89,Vinho Verde,,,Casa de Vila Verde 2010 Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-vila-verde-2010-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2010,Casa de Vila Verde 14,Red,US,"Great structure, depth and polish are the talking points of this wine that remains stubbornly young, tight and primary, with Bordeaux-like herbaceousness. There is plenty of power and future potential—if the light, pickle barrel and herbal rawness can be tamed.",,21,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Canoe Ridge 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Located in the eastern reaches of the Douro, Quinta da Sequeira has produced a firmly tannic wine, with concentrated berries and dark prune and raisin flavors. There are hints of licorice, dark chocolate, finishing firm and concentrated.",,19,89,Douro,,,Quinta da Sequeira 2009 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-sequeira-2009-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta da Sequeira 14.1,Red,Argentina,"Attractive and not overpowering on the bouquet, with plum and red berry aromas mixing with smoky rubber and floral hints. The acidity, however, is piercing and racy, creating angularity on the palate along with red plum, raspberry, vanilla and coconut flavors. A fiery, pointy Malbec with very nice flavors and length.",Particular,30,89,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2008 Particular Malbec,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2008-particular-malbec-san-rafael/,Malbec,2008,Valentín Bianchi 13,White,Portugal,"Guarda Rios is Portuguese for the kingfisher bird, which lives near the Tejo (Tagus) river. This crisp blend of Chardonnay with Alvarinho and Sauvignon Blanc has a light hint of wood aging, more of crisp green fruits and lemon zest highlights.",Guarda Rios Branco,13,89,Tejo,,,Vale d'Algares 2009 Guarda Rios Branco White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vale-dalgares-2009-guarda-rios-branco-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2009,Vale d'Algares 14,Red,Spain,"Smoky and secure on the nose, with dry oak, spice and lighter aromas of red plum and raspberry. The palate is juicy, firm and dry, with snappy flavors of spiced plum and red cherry. Finishes buttery and creamy, but with tightness and adequate length.",Cuvée,29,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2007 Cuvée (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2007-cuvee-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Sierra Cantabria 14.8,Red,US,"The letters stand for Odd Man Out, perhaps a reference to the unusual blend (two thirds Petit Verdot, one third Malbec). The nose promises and the mouth delivers a lot of leathery barnyard character; some tasters call it a feature, and some call it a flaw. Black cherry fruit, thick and chewy tannins, and alcohol near 15% mark this as a powerful wine. Drink soon.",OMO Red,36,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodinville Wine Cellars 2008 OMO Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodinville-wine-cellars-2008-omo-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Woodinville Wine Cellars ,White,US,"A strong spice scent comes with a hint of vanilla bean. Fruit flavors of lime and fresh-cut pear are framed by an underlying minerality. As always with Willow Crest Pinot Gris, there is good penetration and length.",Estate Grown,10,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 2010 Estate Grown Pinot Gris (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2010-estate-grown-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Gris,2010,Willow Crest 11,White,Australia,"A typical expression of Hunter Valley Semillon, with modest alcohol and crisp acids. Struck flint and lime custard mark the nose, while the flavors suggest the dust of crushed stones and citrus. Drink now–2017.",,,89,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Keith Tulloch 2007 Semillon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keith-tulloch-2007-semillon-semillon-hunter-valley/,Sémillon,2007,Keith Tulloch 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Round, earthy and full, with leather, spice and several other good things floating about the nose. The palate has a crisp and zesty feel, with bright plum and berry flavors accented by spice, herb and a touch of buttery oak. Solid, tight and stylish for the price.",Reserva,13,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gouguenheim Winery 2008 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gouguenheim-winery-2008-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Gouguenheim Winery 13.5,White,Italy,"Ferentano is a luscious and rich white wine that shows enough structure and staying power to pair with roast pork or turkey and gravy. It boasts a round, soft and supple texture backed by thick density.",Ferentano,23,89,Central Italy,Lazio,,Falesco 2007 Ferentano Roscetto (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falesco-2007-ferentano-italian-white-roscetto-lazio/,Roscetto,2007,Falesco 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Spicy wine, layering wood and rich black fruits, this is densely structured while still fruity. It is finely balanced, the acidity keeping a refreshing character. Although the wine is called Shiraz, as in Australia, in fact it has more to do with a Rhône Syrah.",Grand'Arte,13,89,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2009 Grand'Arte Shiraz (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2009-grandarte-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-lisboa/,Shiraz,2009,DFJ Vinhos 14,White,South Africa,"A touch of oaky character adds depth and richness to this attractive and balanced Chard. Red apple, ripe peach and orange oil flavors are at the heart of the palate, accented by glimmers of honeycomb and sweet spice that linger beautifully through the finish.",DMZ,15,89,Western Cape,,,DeMorgenzon 2010 DMZ Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demorgenzon-2010-dmz-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2010,DeMorgenzon 14.2,Red,US,"Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc and Petit Verdot comprise this blend. Berry flavors dominate, with a noticeable streak of smoke and ash running down the spine. It's a sound and solid effort, though the finish lacks a bit of lift.",Triolet,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Bunchgrass 2008 Triolet Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunchgrass-2008-triolet-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Bunchgrass 11.5,White,Portugal,"A delicious, dry Vinho Verde, its acidity tamed by the ripe fruit and soft creamed apple flavors. It has a steely edge, the acidity cutting through to give a firm and refreshing aftertaste.",Quinta da Aveleda,9,89,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2010 Quinta da Aveleda White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2010-quinta-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Aveleda 13,White,Portugal,"Rounded, oily-textured wine, rich and ripe. Pear, peach and melon flavors give the fruitiness, while the steely edge adds structure and gives the wine a fine tension.",,20,89,Dão,,,Alvaro Castro 2010 White (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alvaro-castro-2010-white-dao/,Portuguese White,2010,Alvaro Castro 14.8,Red,US,"Another lovely Cab out of Red Hills Lake County, with nice tart cherry and dusty flavors, this wine is still quite tannic with good structure to age. The Sonoma-based Robledo family is making more and more wine from Red Hills, this one a tribute to patriarch Reynaldo ""El Rey"" Robledo.",El Rey,38,89,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Robledo 2007 El Rey Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robledo-2007-el-rey-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Robledo 14.1,Red,US,"This wine from the hills above Anderson Valley needed time to open but once it did it revealed itself to be a very good, cool-climate version of the variety. This is full of blackberry and peppery spice, its high acidity perfect for a range of food.",Bliss Ranch,24,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Philo Ridge 2007 Bliss Ranch Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philo-ridge-2007-bliss-ranch-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2007,Philo Ridge 11.5,White,Portugal,"As full-bodied as Vinho Verde gets, the wine is a fine example of the creamy, apple-driven Loureiro grape. The wine is full of green and yellow fruits, full in the mouth with fine fruitiness.",Colheita Seleccionada,12,89,Vinho Verde,,,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Lima 2010 Colheita Seleccionada Loureiro (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-ponte-lima-2010-colheita-seleccionada-portuguese-white-loureiro-vinho-verde/,Loureiro,2010,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Lima 14.5,Red,US,"Deep black cherry and cassis fruit seems a bit overloaded at the moment with bourbon barrel flavors and alcohol. But there is ample power and density to carry the wine, for those who love the blockbuster style. This does not yet have the balance of the Adams Bench wines from 2006 and 2007—maybe more time in the bottle will help smooth it out.",Mays Discovery Vineyard,52,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Adams Bench 2008 Mays Discovery Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adams-bench-2008-mays-discovery-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Adams Bench 13,Red,France,"Richly juicy wine, with black plum and damson fruits surrounded by layers of firm, dry tannins. It is structured, intense, the fruit laced with satisfying acidity.",,20,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Landat 2006 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-landat-2006-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Landat 13.5,Red,South Africa,"A very interesting blend composed of 50% Sangiovese, 22% Pinot Noir, 13% Nebbiolo, 7% Mourvèdre, 6% Barbera and 2% Shiraz. Nuances of leather and sweet spice mingle seamlessly with red cherry and fruit cake characteristics; the silky texture and soft tannins carry the earthy notes through the close.",Hannibal,36,89,Walker Bay,,,Bouchard Finlayson 2008 Hannibal Red (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-finlayson-2008-hannibal-red-walker-bay/,Red Blend,2008,Bouchard Finlayson 14,Red,Spain,"Smoky and dry for starters, then crisp in the mouth, with bright red fruit flavors of cherry and plum. Picks up oak, heat and sweetness on the finish, but overall this is exactly the type of flavor-packed red wine most people want. Grenache with 15% Syrah.",Mas Donis Barrica,15,89,Catalonia,Montsant,,Capçanes 2009 Mas Donis Barrica Garnacha (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capcanes-2009-mas-donis-barrica-grenache-garnacha-montsant/,Garnacha,2009,Capçanes ,Red,US,"Though this is pure Merlot, it is structured much like a Cabernet Sauvignon. It shows more depth than breadth, with smoky black fruits, plum and black cherry, and a pleasing purity. It finishes with a distinct herbal edge, slightly bitter. Can it gain a bit of mass with further bottle age? Time will tell.",Reserve,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2008 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2008-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Waterbrook 14,Red,Portugal,"Dominated by its tannins and a firm, structured character, this dark-colored wine is concentrated stuff. It has plenty of acidity that balances the solid, chunky plum fruits. Powerful, a big mouthful.",Murzelo Reserva,16,89,Douro,,,Wines & Winemakers 2007 Murzelo Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2007-murzelo-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Wines & Winemakers 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Dense and solid from the start, with deep plum, wild berry and earth aromas. Ripe, whole and nice on the palate, with crusty blackberry, chocolate and spice flavors. Finishes lightly toasted, with comportment. Real good for everyday Malbec.",Reserva,12,89,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Finca El Origen 2010 Reserva Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-origen-2010-reserva-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2010,Finca El Origen 11,Dessert,US,"In nose, this dark-golden late-harvest Chardonnay smells almost like a traditional French cider, a sentiment that carries through in the flavor, though this wine takes on much richer, sweeter tones.",Late-Harvest,19,89,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Heringer 2009 Late-Harvest Chardonnay (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heringer-2009-late-harvest-chardonnay-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chardonnay,2009,Heringer 15.2,Red,US,"Classic Dry Creek Zin, high in alcohol, brilliant in fruit and spices, and with that curious finish that's both sweet and dry at the same time. Really dazzles with cherries, raspberries, blackberries and all kinds of other wild forest berries.",Bushnell Vineyard,20,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2009 Bushnell Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2009-bushnell-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Pedroncelli 13,Sparkling,Australia,"Better known for its dry Rieslings that benefit from aging, this Clare Valley producer has turned out a very respectable bubbly that's ready to drink. It's round—almost lush—on the palate, boasting hints of citrus, cream and toast.",Polish Hill River Trillians Sparkling Brut,,89,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pauletts 2008 Polish Hill River Trillians Sparkling Brut Sparkling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pauletts-2008-polish-hill-river-trillians-sparkling-brut-clare-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Pauletts 13.7,Red,Australia,"Despite the sub-$20 price, don't expect an easy, fruit-driven style. This is more smoky and meaty, with hints of vanilla, cedar and mint making for a complex, medium-bodied Shiraz. The long finish is framed gently by supple tannins, making it ready to drink now–2014.",,17,89,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Ozzie-Ba-Ru 2006 Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ozzie-ba-ru-2006-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2006,Ozzie-Ba-Ru 13.5,White,South Africa,"There's a gorgeous toasty character to the red apple skin and almond aromas on the nose, while aggressive citrus and ripe apple flesh flavors take hold of the medium-weight mouth. The moderate acidity cuts through the generous palate, while a serious spicy aftertaste remains through the finish.",,24,89,Stellenbosch,,,Post House 2009 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/post-house-2009-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Post House 15,Red,South Africa,"The high-tone fruit aromas work here, lifting the otherwise dark and heady notes of mulled berries, cherry pie filling, cured meat and sweet smoke. Balanced and ready to drink now with medium weight and dusty tannins. The finish shows nice evolution from fruit to earthy tobacco and finally coffee.",Penny Black,33,89,Stellenbosch,,,Post House 2007 Penny Black Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/post-house-2007-penny-black-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2007,Post House 13,White,US,"Nothing but fruit in this Chardonnay, and what pretty fruit it is. Really delicious in pineapple, peach, lemon, lime, green melon and vanilla flavors, with fine acidity.",Unoaked,18,89,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2010 Unoaked Chardonnay (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2010-unoaked-chardonnay-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Pietra Santa 14.5,Red,Australia,"A gulpable blend of five varieties (Shiraz, Mourvèdre, Tempranillo, Grenache and Carignan), this is a medium-bodied wine reminiscent of cherries and cedar. A bit of crispness on the finish accents the otherwise lush feel. Drink now.",Layers Red Wine,17,89,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann 2009 Layers Red Wine Red (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2009-layers-red-wine-barossa/,Red Blend,2009,Peter Lehmann 14.4,Red,US,"A difficult wine to analyze, as it seems to have a compact, muscular power, but remains tightly shut down even after some extended breathing time. The blend brings the black fruits and tannins of its dominant (59%) Merlot, with a streak of loamy Syrah running through the middle. Small percentages of five other grapes complete the blend.",Royal Slope Red,18,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2008 Royal Slope Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2008-royal-slope-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Novelty Hill 14,Red,Portugal,Deliciously fruity wine that has a herb and toast layer and tannins that are soft yet structured. The acidity gives the point to the red berry fruits. Drink over the next two years.,Duas Quintas,15,89,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 2009 Duas Quintas Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2009-duas-quintas-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Ramos-Pinto 13.9,White,US,"Brisk acidity, dryness and intense citrus fruits mark this blend of mostly Sauvignon Blanc, with a little Picpoul Blanc and Grenache Blanc. The orange, lime and green grass flavors call for spicy Asian fare. There's no oak on this delightfully clean, stimulating wine.",Mercury Rising Blanc,20,89,California,California Other,California,Cinnabar 2010 Mercury Rising Blanc White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2010-mercury-rising-blanc-white-other/,White Blend,2010,Cinnabar 14.2,Red,US,"Clean, bright and full-flavored with lovely acidity accented by cherry and plum, this wine would be delicious with prosciutto as well as any antipasti.",Toscanelli Red Wine,23,89,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay-Livermore Valley,Tamás Estates 2008 Toscanelli Red Wine Red (San Francisco Bay-Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-2008-toscanelli-red-wine-central-coast-san-francisco-bay-livermore-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Tamás Estates 13,Red,Italy,"A bright note of spice that resembles crushed clove or cinnamon opens the nose of this pretty Ripasso from northern Italy. The sweet smelling, generous bouquet is followed by rich structure and a touch of bitterness.",,25,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,,Tommasi 2009 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2009-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2009,Tommasi 14.9,Red,US,"Big and awkward now, with explosive blackberry and currant flavors. Feels all jumbly, with the oak sticking out, and dry tannins that scour across the palate and finish astringently numb. Old fashioned in its way, but could blossom after seven or eight years.",Black Label,100,89,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2008 Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2008-black-label-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Turnbull 14.2,Red,US,"In this 2008 vintage Trust's Walla Walla bottling is 100% Syrah. Soft and toasty, it weaves notes of sandalwood and honey muffin around tart berry fruit. Pretty and ripe, with tannins that are buttery smooth.",,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Trust 2008 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trust-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Trust 14,White,Italy,"This beautiful edition of Picol (100% Sauvignon Blanc) opens a specifically Italian perspective onto this aromatic grape variety. Aromas of chopped sage, citrus and tomato leaf segue to smooth roundness and long persistency in the mouth.",Picol,28,89,,Friuli Isonzo,,Lis Neris 2009 Picol Sauvignon Blanc (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lis-neris-2009-picol-sauvignon-blanc-friuli-isonzo/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Lis Neris ,White,Portugal,"Spiced with wood and nutmeg, this elegant, fruity wine has red apple, green plum and pineapple flavors, rounded and soft.",Vila Santa Reserva Branco,20,89,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2010 Vila Santa Reserva Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2010-vila-santa-reserva-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2010,J. Portugal Ramos 15,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and leafy smelling, with a hint of green bean to go with root beer and berry aromas. The palate is tannic and tight, with an untamed overall mouthfeel. Tastes lively and zesty, with blackberry, plum and chocolate flavors. Toasty and firm on the finish. Malbec, CS, Merlot and Syrah in descending order.",Guarda,28,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2009 Guarda Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2009-guarda-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2009,Lagarde 13.5,White,US,"Made in the style of a nice German Riesling, with a little sweetness. It's a fine wine, showing classic varietal flavors of lychee, Asian pear, orange, honeysuckle and white pepper, and a distinct note of diesel. Crisp Monterey acidity makes the finish clean. Worth a search, but production was low.",Sweetwater Vineyard,14,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Ludwig 2009 Sweetwater Vineyard Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ludwig-2009-sweetwater-vineyard-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2009,Ludwig 12.8,Red,US,"Pluck a tart berry off a Puget Sound hillside and you'll get this sort of flavor. Not quite fully ripe, but complex and earthy, with peppery spice. For a Malbec it works, bringing a sharpness and focus to the wine. This could almost pass for a Loire valley red, but for the deep fruitiness. At 12.8% alcohol, it's quite impressive.",,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Stottle 2008 Malbec (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stottle-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Malbec,2008,Stottle 13.5,Red,Portugal,"The neglected red grape from the Dão, Jaen offers dark color, solid and chunky fruit, very ripe with powerful acidity, earthy flavors and a dense tannic coating. Powerful and concentrated.",,24,89,Dão,,,Quinta das Maias 2008 Jaen (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-das-maias-2008-portuguese-red-jaen-dao/,Jaen,2008,Quinta das Maias 14.3,Red,US,"Just when you think this wine is nothing but upfront red berry fruit and oak, more interesting pine, earth and spice flavors kick in. Then the tannins and acids strike, giving a fine, dry structure. Best to drink over the next 2–3 years.",La Brisa,32,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Roessler 2009 La Brisa Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2009-brisa-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Roessler 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Merlot, rich and evocative. It has soft tannins and delicious flavors of red cherry jam, red currants and chocolate, accented with smoky oak. The tannins are so fine. Drink now.",Frediani Vineyard,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Selene 2009 Frediani Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selene-2009-frediani-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Selene ,White,US,"A Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier blend, with aromas that are most reminiscent of Viognier and Gewürz with that mix of crisp citrus and bright, floral fruit. Packed with tasty fruit flavor of melon, apricot and peach, this lingers gracefully through the finish.",Mélange Blanc,13,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2010 Mélange Blanc White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2010-melange-blanc-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2010,Waterbrook ,Red,US,"The aromas deliver a bit more complexity than the palate at the moment, perhaps just an indication that the wine has entered a tight, rather hard phase. Blackberry, black cherry, cherry pit and a bit of peach in the fruit mix. This needs more time, but has good density and dark, polished tannins.",Rhône Red,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2008 Rhône Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2008-rhone-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Waterbrook 14.2,Red,US,"This has been one of Von Strasser's easier, more accessible Cabs, despite its origins on Diamond Mountain, which usually produces notoriously hard tannins. The '08, like the '07, is soft and sweet in blackberry and toasted oak flavors. Drink it over the next six years.",Spaulding Vineyard,80,89,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2008 Spaulding Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2008-spaulding-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Von Strasser 14.9,Red,Argentina,"Floral berry aromas bring prune and tree bark as well. The palate is warm but not overextracted, while the flavors of red plum, dry herbs, berry and resiny vanilla turn lemony on the back end. Juicy, perky and herbal on the finish, with some heat.",Primeras Viñas,49,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2008 Primeras Viñas Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2008-primeras-vinas-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Lagarde 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Smoky, rich and savory to start out, with compact berry and plum aromas that slant towards raisin with airing. The palate is warm, full and offers good structure; flavors of baked plum and berry are nice and the finish is savory and firm, with tannic framing.",Colección,20,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Perdriel 2008 Colección Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-perdriel-2008-coleccion-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Finca Perdriel 13.6,Red,Argentina,"Attractive berry and dried fig aromas are rich and healthy. The pretty bouquet is backed by bright, juicy blackberry flavors that come with a spicy backing. Lightly toasted and smooth on the finish; overall this is uncomplicated Malbec that hits the spot.",Tonada,20,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca La Anita 2010 Tonada Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-anita-2010-tonada-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Finca La Anita 14.6,White,US,"This delightful wine is a blend of 36% Roussanne, 35% Viognier, 20% Marsanne and 9% Grenache Blanc. After about a year in French oak, the result is well-balanced, minerally, viscous with a lengthy finish and notes of fig, pear and peach.","L'Ingenue, Naggiar Vineyard",28,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,"Elyse 2009 L'Ingenue, Naggiar Vineyard White (Sierra Foothills)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2009-lingenue-naggiar-vineyard-white-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Elyse 14.9,Red,US,"Based on Cabernet Sauvignon, this Bordeaux blend is made in a drink-me-now style of decadent luxury. It may lack some levels of complexity, but is explosive in blackberry, cherry, cassis, milk chocolate, anise and sweet, smoky oak flavors.",Stephanie,60,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hestan 2007 Stephanie Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hestan-2007-stephanie-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Hestan 14.5,Red,Australia,"This inexpensive blend of Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Dolcetto and Lagrein represents a tremendous value. The intensity of flavor—mint, cedar and cassis—is remarkable for under $15, while the texture is coffee-tinged and velvety.",Stickleback,13,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Heartland 2008 Stickleback Red (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heartland-2008-stickleback-red-south/,Red Blend,2008,Heartland ,Red,US,"Good as it is, this Cab is tough and gritty, lacking the usual Hall voluptuousness despite a complex core of blackberries, currants, soy and minerals. Maybe it's those notoriously hard Diamond Mountain tannins. Put it in the cellar for at least six years and try again.",,110,89,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Hall 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hall 14,Red,Argentina,"Composed up front, with floral aromas matching wits with dry herb notes and solid berry fruit scents. The palate is snappy and crisp, with focus and narrow, tight flavors of raspberry and plum blended with vanilla. Bright and juicy throughout, with vanilla and toast on the finish.",,15,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gauchezco 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gauchezco-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Gauchezco ,White,US,"As rich as Chardonnay gets in California, offering massive waves of pineapple jam, apricots, tangerines and tropical notes of papayas and guavas. Without oak, the fruit stars, along with tantalizing acidity.",Steel,32,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Dierberg 2009 Steel Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dierberg-2009-steel-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Dierberg 13.5,Red,France,"Ripe wine, full of rounded juicy black currant fruits, this has a core of tannins, dry and laced with wood toast. There is a black chocolate bitterness which goes with the acidity on the finish.",,24,89,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Haut Selve 2008 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-selve-2008-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Haut Selve 14,Red,France,"Dominated by new wood, this top cuvée from Château de Parenchère is certainly too young to drink at this stage. Its black, brooding character is very extracted and tough, although there are good hints of juiciness and sweet berry fruits.",Esprit de Parenchère,30,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Parenchère 2009 Esprit de Parenchère (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-parenchere-2009-esprit-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Parenchère 13.5,Red,Spain,"One of the best deals in Spanish red wine you're likely to find. Protocolo has always delivered value but this vintage sets a new high standard for $7 Tempranillo. It's deep, ripe and minty on the nose, with berry power foretelling a pure, lush palate that's packed with berry flavors and light herbal shadings. Impressive and super tasty, especially given the price.",Protocolo,7,89,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Dominio de Eguren 2009 Protocolo Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-2009-protocolo-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2009,Dominio de Eguren 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Gritty on the greeting, with char, plum, berry and juniper aromas. The palate is full-bodied, with nice raspberry, plum and spice flavors. Good and easy as it unfolds on the finish. Well-mannered and juicy, with a notch or two of complexity.",Cosecha Nocturna,17,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Domiciano de Barrancas 2008 Cosecha Nocturna Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domiciano-barrancas-2008-cosecha-nocturna-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Domiciano de Barrancas 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smoky but also sort of salinic on the nose, with pumped-up berry and black currant aromas. The palate is chewy and a bit heavy, with dark berry, cassis and peppery flavors. Heavy, sultry and black on the finish, with a lasting syrupy sweetness. Should be appealing to most Malbec fans.",Catena,24,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2009 Catena Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2009-catena-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Bodega Catena Zapata 13,Red,Portugal,"The rich fruit is balanced with dry mineral tannins to give a firmly structured wine. It is rich with a pent-up power of black tarry fruits, black plums and intense acidity.",Catedral Reserva,,89,Dão,,,Caves Velhas 2009 Catedral Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2009-catedral-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2009,Caves Velhas 15.6,Red,US,"Daryl Groom is making these wines from Livermore Valley vineyards mostly and the wine is no doubt big in every way—15.6% alcohol with big tannins and big black, spicy fruit flavors hiding in there at first. It definitely needs time to open. And a giant, slathered-in-sauce kind of steak or other red meat.",GEO,28,88,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Foggy Bridge 2009 GEO Zinfandel (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foggy-bridge-2009-geo-zinfandel-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Zinfandel,2009,Foggy Bridge 13.7,White,US,"The blend is 83% Sauvignon Blanc and 17% Sémillon, sourced from vineyards located on Red Mountain and in the Columbia Basin. A mix of sweet herb, lemongrass and citrus scents and flavors, this is a crisp, stylish and smooth-drinking white.",,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Three Rivers 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2009-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Three Rivers 13,Red,US,"Fenestra really loves sourcing from Lodi's Silvaspoons Vineyard, a source here for this proprietary blend, a kitchen sink of varieties. The wine is rustic, juicy and versatile, lots of blackberry, blueberry and cherry going on, and modest in alcohol at 13%.","Tourvanillo, Silvaspoons Vineyard Reserve",28,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,"Fenestra 2006 Tourvanillo, Silvaspoons Vineyard Reserve Red (Lodi)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2006-tourvanillo-silvaspoons-vineyard-reserve-red-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,2006,Fenestra 14.3,Red,US,"This Pinot will divide people into opposite camps. Some will find it soft, sweet, heavy and simple. Others will love the luscious red currant, licorice, raspberry and bacon flavors, with their spicy finish. Drink now.",Singiani Vineyard,30,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Segue 2009 Singiani Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segue-2009-singiani-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Segue 14.2,White,US,"A rich, ripe, sweet wine, marked by upfront orange and apricot flavors, well-oaked, and finished with pleasant acidity. With the weight of a Chardonnay, it's a direct wine to drink now.",,38,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bello Family Vineyards 2009 Marsanne (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bello-family-2009-marsanne-napa-valley/,Marsanne,2009,Bello Family Vineyards 14.9,Red,US,"A big, voluptuous Cabernet, brimming with ripe blackberries, plums, mocha, cedar, and a chewy, tangy meaty taste, like beef jerky. Solid, soft and easy to drink.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Windsor Sonoma 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-sonoma-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Windsor Sonoma 14,White,South Africa,"A lush and weighty Chenin Blanc with ripe fruit flavors of citrus oil, apple flesh, and green plum laced with notes of soft vanilla bean and clove. The richness of the palate lends itself to pair nicely with hearty creamy chicken or fish dishes.",,24,87,Wellington,,,Nabygelegen 2009 Chenin Blanc (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nabygelegen-2009-chenin-blanc-wellington/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Nabygelegen 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A touch rubbery and medicinal if you get deep into the bouquet, with sizable berry aromas to boot. The palate is comfortable and balanced, with earthy black fruit flavors that suggest fig and blackberry. Toasty and chocolaty on the finish.",Reserve,12,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Menduco 2010 Reserve Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/menduco-2010-reserve-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2010,Menduco 14,White,Italy,"This is a naturally rich and creamy expression of Pinot Bianco that shows power, determination and persistence (at 14% alcohol). Aromas include mature melon and stone fruit and the wine would pair with spicy exotic foods such as Thai beef with cilantro and green chili.",,20,87,,Collio,,Venica & Venica 2008 Pinot Bianco (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venica-venica-2008-pinot-blanc-bianco-collio/,Pinot Bianco,2008,Venica & Venica 12.5,Red,France,"Warm, soft-fruited wine, with fine ripe red berry fruits as well as a gentle tannic structure. There is an earthy Merlot edge to the blend, along with the more dry texture of Cabernet. For drinking next year.",,27,87,Bordeaux,Cadillac,,Château Suau 2009 Cadillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2009-red-cadillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Suau 13,White,US,"If there's any oak on this dry wine, it doesn't show, except for a touch of vanilla. The flavors of lemons, limes, gooseberries, peaches and green apples star, brightened with crisp acidity.",,16,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Whitehall Lane 14.5,Red,US,"Drink this ripely sweet Cabernet now. It's very rich in blackberry, red currant, cocoa and caramelized oak flavors, wrapped into firm, fine tannins. Will do just fine with a nice steak.",,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Whitehall Lane 13.8,Red,US,"Name checking an old stretch of Lodi highway, this Cab has more red cherry fruit than black as well as a noticeable trace of cedar, lacking in structure and acidity perhaps but decent enough—and very fairly priced—to pop open with a midweek steak. The grapes used are Lodi Rules certified green sustainable.",Cherokee Lane,11,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Tortoise Creek 2008 Cherokee Lane Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2008-cherokee-lane-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Tortoise Creek 14.2,Red,US,"A cooler vintage in the Columbia Valley, which perhaps contributes to a wine that seems rather hard and thin. Though the alcohol is listed at 14.2%, the fruit is tight and one dimensional, with dominant acidity. The wine is sound and balanced, but not showing its best at the moment.",,28,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Trust 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trust-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Trust 14.5,Red,US,"Defines a certain style of Paso Robles red wine, soft in structure, with easy, gentle tannins and ripe, pronounced fruit that's almost candied in sweetness. But in this case, the blackberry and cherry flavors are totally dry.",Bootjack Ranch,20,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Niner 2007 Bootjack Ranch Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2007-bootjack-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Niner 15.8,Dessert,US,"This late-harvest Viognier looks like a still wine as it comes out of the bottle, exploding with honey and wildflowers on the nose. Its fruitiness is restrained somewhat and would stand out paired with a crème brûlée—though on its own, the alcohol is overpowering.",Estate grown,28,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Naggiar 2009 Estate grown Viognier (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naggiar-2009-estate-grown-viognier-sierra-foothills/,Viognier,2009,Naggiar 7.5,White,US,"America's sweet tooth seems to be returning, especially for Moscato, and this sweetie satisfies for its orange soda, honey and vanilla cream flavors.",Allegro,12,86,California,California Other,California,Martin & Weyrich 2010 Allegro Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-2010-allegro-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2010,Martin & Weyrich 13.5,Red,Spain,"Drawn and leathery on the nose, and then as it opens it reveals citrusy red fruit aromas. The palate is lean and tight, with light cherry, raspberry and plum flavors. Toasty, dry and a bit buttery tasting on the finish.",Hacienda Abascal Crianza,23,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Marqués de la Concordia 2008 Hacienda Abascal Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-concordia-2008-hacienda-abascal-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Marqués de la Concordia 8,White,US,"There's a lot of residual sugar in this low-alcohol wine. It's frankly sweet in orange, peach and vanilla flavors, but a crisp edge of acidity makes it finish clean and vibrant.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,Little Black Dress 2010 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-black-dress-2010-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2010,Little Black Dress 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Lemony and strange at first, with gamy notes, leather and incense. The palate feels chunky and medicinal, with herbal, sweet, jumbled flavors of candied blackberry. Finishes flat and quick, leaving medicinal sweetness.",Angel Paulucci Vineyard,18,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,La Posta 2009 Angel Paulucci Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/posta-2009-angel-paulucci-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,La Posta 14.2,White,US,"A rich, oaky Chardonnay, fairly standard issue. It's sweet and opulent in vanilla, caramel, buttered toast, pineapple marmalade and ripe pear flavors, in a creamy texture.",Foothill Vineyard,32,86,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Manzanita Creek 2010 Foothill Vineyard Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzanita-creek-2010-foothill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,2010,Manzanita Creek ,White,US,"There are some toasty, Graham cracker highlights in the nose, leading into a full, round wine with lemon verbena accents. Fruity, soft and broad, with apple and melon.",House Wine,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Magnificent Wine Company 2009 House Wine Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnificent-wine-company-2009-house-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Magnificent Wine Company 12.5,White,Italy,"This sun soaked-Pinot Grigio from Umbria in central Italy focuses on ripe aromas of peach and pink grapefruit. It's a crisp, luminous white wine packaged in a very modern and attractive transparent bottle.",,16,86,Central Italy,Umbria,,Lungarotti 2009 Pinot Grigio (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lungarotti-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-umbria/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Lungarotti 13,Red,Italy,"This easy Poggio Stella Merlot is redolent of black cherry, mature raspberry and currants. It's aged in oak casks for six months to add a playful touch of spice and toast. Pair this well-priced Italian wine with grilled sausage or meatloaf.",Poggio Stella,13,86,Tuscany,Cortona,,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 2008 Poggio Stella Merlot (Cortona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vecchia-cantina-montepulciano-2008-poggio-stella-merlot-cortona/,Merlot,2008,Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 10.5,Rose,US,"Hard to say if this is a dessert wine or a rosé, because it's fairly sweet. Let's call it a rosé. And a pretty one it is, with savory orange, raspberry and vanilla flavors, balanced with acidity.",Pink Truck,9,86,California,California Other,California,Red Truck 2009 Pink Truck Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-truck-2009-pink-rose-other/,Rosé,2009,Red Truck 13.5,Red,US,"The grape's fruit flavors of blackberry and black cherry are nicely focused and rounded, but the vanilla and tobacco components, perhaps from aggressive oak treatment, bring in a bit of bitterness to the tannins. It's a fight to the finish—fruit or tannin—and too soon to pick a winner.",The Estates,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Milbrandt 2008 The Estates Malbec (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2008-the-estates-malbec-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Malbec,2008,Milbrandt 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A bit grassy and green, with good power, herbal black fruit aromas, spice and cola. The palate is very high in acidity, which at first creates a sheering sharpness and tart plum flavors. With more airing it grows rounder and more complex, but overall it's exacting, odd and funky.",Don David Finca La Maravilla #6,20,86,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2009 Don David Finca La Maravilla #6 Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2009-don-david-finca-maravilla-6-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2009,Michel Torino 15,Red,Spain,"A big, burly wine that's loaded with power and fruit but is also tannic and drying. Tastes sort of raisiny and hot, with grating tannic scrub and fire in the hole. Pretty good but it doesn't have the purity, elegance and clean richness of the region's best wines.",,49,86,Northern Spain,Toro,,Matsu 2008 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matsu-2008-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2008,Matsu 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Woodsy, spicy aromas form a solid opening. There's adequate acidity on the palate along with raspberry, red plum and mild herbal notes. Racy, spicy and just toasty enough to rate well across the finish.",,12,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tercos 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tercos-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Tercos 13.5,White,South Africa,The notes of green apple and lemony citrus are fresh and clean with great clarity and precision. Balanced and easy to drink with a buttoned-up finish. Drink now.,,11,86,Coastal Region,,,MAN Vintners 2010 Chardonnay (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2010-chardonnay-coastal-region/,Chardonnay,2010,MAN Vintners 13.5,Rose,Portugal,"A particularly clean, fresh and dry rosé, full of currant fruit, a taut, refreshing texture and a final burst of acidity.",,18,86,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Sant'Ana 2010 Rosé (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-santana-2010-rose-lisboa/,Rosé,2010,Quinta de Sant'Ana 13.5,White,Portugal,"A blend of six varieties, this is a perfumed wine, with flavors of wood aging to go with the yellow fruits. and a soft, rounded mouthfeel.",Branco,9,86,Dão,,,Quinta das Maias 2010 Branco White (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-das-maias-2010-branco-white-dao/,Portuguese White,2010,Quinta das Maias 15.2,Red,US,"Hot and scoury in high alcohol, and that burn is accented by Zin's powerhouse tingly spices. The flavors are extracted and sweet in raspberries, cherries and milk chocolate. Enjoy this rugged Zin with barbecue and roasts.",Monte Rosso Vineyard Reserve,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rock Wall 2009 Monte Rosso Vineyard Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2009-monte-rosso-vineyard-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Rock Wall 14.2,Red,US,"Light strawberry fruit is matched to barrel notes of cola and caramel. There is more than a trace of barnyard and earth, and the tannins have a tea-like astringency. The fruit seems a bit over-matched.",,16,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ott & Murphy 2008 Tempranillo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-2008-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wa/,Tempranillo,2008,Ott & Murphy 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Earthy, roasted and condensed on the nose, with a compact, structured palate housing tight plum and cherry flavors. Shows freshness, lift and a good step, with a juicy finish and racy acids.",,15,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zorzal 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zorzal-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Zorzal 12.5,White,Australia,"Light and crisp, with a perfumed bouquet of baby powder and lime blossom. Simple green apple and lime flavors carry a tart edge through the finish.",,17,86,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Wakefield 2010 Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2010-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2010,Wakefield 11.5,Sparkling,Australia,"Ready to drink, this is a soft, rounded sparkler that offers plenty of toasted brioche flavor, with pineapple and honey coming through on the finish.",Eternity Sparkling Cuvée,13,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Westend NV Eternity Sparkling Cuvée Sparkling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westend-nv-eternity-sparkling-cuvee-south-eastern/,Sparkling Blend,,Westend 14,Red,South Africa,"Ken Forrester's Petit Pinotage is an accessible and easy-drinking wine from the notoriously love-it-or-hate-it grape that shows bright brambly forest berry and plum flesh flavors coupled with a touch of coffee-infused milk chocolate on the finish. Balanced and juicy, it's sure to please.",Petit,12,86,Western Cape,,,Ken Forrester 2010 Petit Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2010-petit-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,2010,Ken Forrester 13.9,Red,US,"A fine, soft-tannined Cab made from Lodi Rules grapes missing some body in the midpalate, but otherwise fair for the $12 price.",Split Oak Estates,12,86,California,California Other,California,Morro Bay 2008 Split Oak Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morro-bay-2008-split-oak-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Morro Bay 13,Red,Australia,"Light and fresh in style, with pleasant cherry fruit accented by delicate notes of green herbs and sous bois. It's a pretty wine, quaffable even, with hints of charred oak and coffee showing up on the finish. Drink now.",,28,86,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Josef Chromy 2009 Pinot Noir (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-chromy-2009-pinot-noir-tasmania/,Pinot Noir,2009,Josef Chromy 12.5,Red,US,"Lots of berry, cherry and currant fruit in this dry Cabernet, which is drinking nice and mellow. It could be more concentrated, as it falls off in the finish, turning bitter.",Bates Ranch,35,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ahlgren 2007 Bates Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ahlgren-2007-bates-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Ahlgren 14.5,Red,South Africa,"The alcohol is a bit too noticeable here, but overall this is a straightforward wine with nice mocha and spicy oak accents to the wild berry and red plum fruit frame. Drink now.",Strawberry Fields,30,86,Western Cape,,,Graceland 2008 Strawberry Fields Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graceland-2008-strawberry-fields-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Graceland 13,Red,Portugal,"On the stalky side, this is all red berry fruits, with just a touch of wood to underpin the wine's fruit-forward character. Screwcap.",Native Tinto,9,86,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2010 Native Tinto Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2010-native-tinto-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-cabernet-sauvignon-tejo/,Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Fiuza 14,Red,Spain,"). Earth, cola and leather aromas are good, however the fruit portion of the bouquet is a bit damp and roasted. The palate is hard and rugged, with driving cherry and plum flavors. Earthy and herbal on the finish.",Finca Resalso,15,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 2009 Finca Resalso (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-2009-finca-resalso-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2009,Emilio Moro 12.5,White,Argentina,"Light and somewhat neutral smelling, with peach and pool water aromas. It's fresh, tangy and light on its feet, with citrus, melon and mild pithy flavors. Finishes similar, with lasting freshness, mild bitter notes and varietal correctness.",,13,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,François Lurton 2010 Torrontés (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2010-torrontes-uco-valley/,Torrontés,2010,François Lurton ,Red,France,"Fruity and earthy, this is a spice- and black currant-filled wine. With Malbec in the blend, it has distinct tannins that give shape to the juicy fruit.",Haut Boutet de Château Cantinot,,86,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Blaye,,Château Cantinot 2009 Haut Boutet de Château Cantinot (Premieres Côtes de Blaye),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantinot-2009-haut-boutet-de-red-premieres-cotes-blaye/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Cantinot 14,Red,Portugal,"Juicy Castelão fruit propels this wine, giving spice, soft tannins and ripe red cherries. It is full, very accessible, its acidity adding an attractive edge of freshness. Drink now, or age a year.",Meia Pipa,15,86,Setubal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2008 Meia Pipa Red (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2008-meia-pipa-red-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2008,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 13.9,White,US,"A zippy Sierra Foothills SB with pleasing grapefruit and a coating of minerals, this wine has length and lift.",,18,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),C.G. di Arie 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cg-arie-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,C.G. di Arie 14,Red,Australia,"This value-priced label has turned out a notably successful 2009 Shiraz, combining red currants with enough meaty, savory elements to possess real interest. It's medium in body and fleshy yet crisp, making it very drinkable over the near term.",,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Bulletin Place 2009 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bulletin-place-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2009,Bulletin Place 12,White,US,"The important thing to know about this Riesling is that it's frankly sweet, with sugary apricot, orange, green apple and honeysuckle flavors. It's also brilliantly clean and vibrant in acidity. If you like this off-dry style, it's definitely for you.",,20,86,California,California Other,California,Bota Box 2009 Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bota-box-2009-riesling-other/,Riesling,2009,Bota Box 13,Red,Portugal,"Full-bodied, rounded and soft wine. It has plenty of ripe plum and spice flavors along with an edge of toast. Attractive, juicy wine for drinking now.",Romeira,,86,Alentejano,,,Caves Velhas 2010 Romeira Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2010-romeira-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,Caves Velhas 11.5,White,Portugal,"Classic fresh, extremely tangy wine, all apple, citrus and crispness. It's lively, although also with some fruit richness. Drink now, with shellfish. Screwcap.",,10,86,Vinho Verde,,,Casa de Vila Verde 2010 White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-vila-verde-2010-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Casa de Vila Verde 14.5,Red,US,"Made in a light, pleasant style, and the drily tannic balance makes it food-friendly. Shows cherry, red currant, cola and oak flavors, with an earthy edge of herbs.",,28,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 2008 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2008-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2008,Schug 14.1,Red,Argentina,"Spicy black cherry aromas are lightly floral, lemony and suggestive of a woodsy candle. The palate is balanced and bold, with ripe blackberry and spicy flavors. Rich, strong and a bit chocolaty on the back end. A winning wine for the price.",Elsa Bianchi,9,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valentín Bianchi 2010 Elsa Bianchi Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2010-elsa-bianchi-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Valentín Bianchi 14,White,US,"Entirely barrel fermented in French oak, just half the wine went through malolactic fermentation. It's a good call; the remaining acidity lifts the buttery banana fruit flavors, and prevents the wine from going all soft and flabby. Definitely a butterball style, with toasted nuts and popcorn flavors front and center.",,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Three Rivers 13,Red,Portugal,"A warm, ripe vintage of Altano, its berry and red plum fruits rich and generous. It has attractive, well-balanced, soft tannins. A layer of acidity and spice completes this harmonious wine.",Altano,9,87,Douro,,,Symington Family Estates 2009 Altano Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/symington-family-estates-2009-altano-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Symington Family Estates 13,Red,US,"So ripe and rich in fruit, you won't even notice the absence of oak. The grapes come mostly from Lodi, with a touch of Monterey. Brightened with crisp acidity, the flavors are of spicy, zesty tangerines and vanilla.",Oak Free,8,87,California,California Other,California,Round Hill 2010 Oak Free Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-hill-2010-oak-free-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Round Hill 13,Red,Portugal,"It is rare to find Tinta Barroca on its own. Normally it is used for blending in Port. Here, though, it is in all its ripe fruit glory, an attractive, relatively lightweight wine. It's for drinking now, with red berry fruits right to the fore.",,20,87,Douro,,,Muxagat 2010 Tinta Barroca (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muxagat-2010-portuguese-red-tinta-barroca-douro/,Tinta Barroca,2010,Muxagat 13.5,Red,US,"$10 for this very drinkable Cab? That's crazy. But Line 39 is exactly that, a concentrated, juicy and fruity Cab with plenty of classic Cab tannins that's an incredibly good value and probably pretty easy to find. Scoop it up when you find it, though note that two bottles were tasted here with some bottle variation.",,10,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Line 39 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/line-39-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Line 39 13.5,Red,Italy,"A pure expression of the hearty Negroamaro grape from Puglia (the “heel of the boot of Italy”), this dark and syrupy wine opens with earthy notes of pipe tobacco and dark chocolate followed by ripe fruit and blackberry. There's a plush, slightly soft texture in the mouth.",,13,87,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Matané 2009 Negroamaro (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matane-2009-italian-red-negroamaro-puglia/,Negroamaro,2009,Matané 14,Red,Argentina,"Thick and concentrated aromas feature barrel-driven toast, lemon peel and savory berry. It's rather flat, sweet and jammy in the mouth, with buttery berry fruit and then a sugary candy flavor. Very sweet and soft on the finish; needs more edge, spine, acidity and clarity to rank higher.",,32,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Luca 2009 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luca-2009-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2009,Luca 14,Red,Spain,"Rooty and sweet smelling, with tobacco, burnt brown sugar and raisin aromas. The palate is thick, stacked and jammy, with raisin, tobacco and candied prune and cherry flavors. Very tasty and sweet but a little flat and old.",Reserva Single Vineyard,30,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Ochoa 2002 Reserva Single Vineyard Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochoa-2002-reserva-single-vineyard-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2002,Ochoa 14.1,Red,Argentina,"Rooty aromas of tree bark, cola, tobacco and sweet briar set up a plump, tannic palate with roasted, sweet flavors of Mission fig, dark berry and spice. It's easygoing and loamy on the finish, with chewy tannins and not too much bite.",,14,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Noble Aconcagua 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noble-aconcagua-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Noble Aconcagua 14.5,Red,US,"A soft, fleshy wine to drink now. It has a fancy mouthfeel, with a firm hit of tannins and acidity, and lush flavors of blackberries, cherries, cola and spices.",Unfiltered,60,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newton 2008 Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2008-unfiltered-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Newton 14.7,White,US,"Tight acidity and minerality mark this bone-dry Chardonnay. It's stubborn now, offering hints of tangerines, apricots and limes, with lots of new oak and leesy cream and vanilla. Give it a few hours in a decanter.",,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Moone-Tsai 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moone-tsai-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Moone-Tsai 13.5,Red,South Africa,"This Cab has all of the classic notes one would expect: rich dark berry fruit, black plum skin, cigar tobacco and black currant leaf are all front and center. The tannins are surprisingly firm and tightly structured, but the nuances of milk chocolate sauce and graham cracker crumb add decadence to the finish.",Bergkelder Selection,12,87,Western Cape,,,Fleur Du Cap 2009 Bergkelder Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2009-bergkelder-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Fleur Du Cap 13.5,White,Argentina,"Orange blossom, nectarine and almond skin aromas are true to the grape and inviting. The palate maintains a light, juicy, citric feel as it delivers flavors of melon, apple and banana. Fresh and forward, with a hint of heat and bitterness to the finish.",Estate,16,87,Other,Salta,,Doña Paula 2010 Estate Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2010-estate-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2010,Doña Paula 14,Rose,Argentina,"Shiny pink in color, with youthful, crisp aromas of cherry and watermelon. Zesty and fresh on the tongue, with spunky cherry and raspberry flavors that finish with natural sweetness. Candied to an extent, but mostly it's fresh and balanced.",Crios Rosé of Malbec,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Dominio del Plata 2011 Crios Rosé of Malbec Rosé (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-plata-2011-crios-rose-malbec-mendoza/,Rosé,2011,Dominio del Plata 13.5,Red,Spain,"Broad and ripe on the nose, with sappy blackberry, plum and youthful aromas. The palate is big, full and tannic, with roasted plum and berry flavors in front of a smoky, hickory-driven finish. Chewy, blowsy and generous for $10 Tempranillo.",Codice,10,87,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Dominio de Eguren 2009 Codice Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-2009-codice-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2009,Dominio de Eguren ,Red,Portugal,"An easygoing ripe red, with the minerality of the Dão rounded into sweeter damson and red berry fruits. There's an attractive layer of acidity for freshness. Drink now.",Aliança Particular,14,87,Dão,,,Caves Aliança 2008 Aliança Particular Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2008-alianca-particular-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Caves Aliança 14,Red,Argentina,"A fruity, jammy style of Cab with thick berry aromas resting in front of a full-bodied, chewy palate with forward red berry and chocolate flavors. This is smooth, not complex and easygoing proof that Argentina is not only about Malbec.",Barrel Select,14,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2008 Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2008-barrel-select-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bodega Norton 13,White,Portugal,"Perfumed, floral wine, dominated by Moscatel grapes. The white fruits, pear and vivid acidity give the wine a fine, fruity balanced character.",JP Azeitão Branco,9,87,Setubal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2010 JP Azeitão Branco White (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2010-jp-azeitao-branco-white-setubal/,Portuguese White,2010,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 12.5,White,Spain,"Neutral smelling except for a touch of oiliness and tropical fruit. The palate is soft and melony, with sweet melon and papaya flavors. Round and pulpy on the finish, with a slight pithy bitterness at the very end.",,22,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Alvinte 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alvinte-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Alvinte 12,White,Australia,"Brokenwood's entry-level Semillon is always a reliable introduction to the Hunter Valley style. Crisp, zingy citrus fruit and light body make it a fine accompaniment to raw oysters or other shellfish when young.",,20,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Brokenwood 2010 Semillon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brokenwood-2010-semillon-semillon-hunter-valley/,Sémillon,2010,Brokenwood 14.5,Red,US,"Ripe and sweet in cherry, chocolate and oak flavors, this Cabernet scores high in sheer deliciousness. It's a bit simple in structure, though, and unlikely to age, so drink up.",,95,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bello Family Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bello-family-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bello Family Vineyards 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"I Vignaioli makes one of the best Moscato d'Astis around, and one that is commonly found in retail outlets across the USA. This sweet and delicate dessert wine opens with a luminous color, soft bubbling and sweet flavors of honey, jasmine and peach.",,24,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,I Vignaioli di Santo Stefano 2010 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-vignaioli-santo-stefano-2010-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2010,I Vignaioli di Santo Stefano 13,White,Italy,Zesty aromas of stone fruit and fresh citrus characterize the pretty nose of this easy-drinking Pinot Grigio. There's a touch of creaminess in the mouth that would pair with chicken curry or spicy Thai rolls.,,20,87,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Guerra Albano 2010 Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guerra-albano-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Guerra Albano 13,Red,Portugal,"Great swathes of black fruit, coffee and sweet tannins give this ripe and juicy wine plenty of character and attractiveness. For immediate drinking.",Periquita Reserva,16,87,Setubal,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2008 Periquita Reserva Red (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2008-periquita-reserva-red-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2008,José Maria da Fonseca 13,Red,Portugal,"The latest vintage of Periquita maintains the high standards of this popular Portuguese brand. With its juicy fruit, soft tannins and blackberry flavors, it is a little more structured than some previous vintages while still keeping its full fruity character.",Periquita,11,87,Setubal,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2008 Periquita Red (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2008-periquita-red-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2008,José Maria da Fonseca 14.5,Red,South Africa,"The bouquet takes a while to fully express itself, as scents of blackberry, cassis, licorice root and milk chocolate develop with time. Despite its age, the wine's still tightly wound mouth offers firm tannins and flavors of leather, roasted vanilla bean and plum skins with good staying power. Drink now–2013.",,26,87,Stellenbosch,,,Hartenberg 2006 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartenberg-2006-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2006,Hartenberg 13.5,Red,Italy,Solyss is a pure expression of Negroamaro that offers mature berry and dark fruit aromas with an earthy layer of exotic spice at the back. Pair this wine with marinated pork barbecue.,Solyss,15,87,Southern Italy,Puglia,,La Corte 2008 Solyss Negroamaro (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-2008-solyss-italian-red-negroamaro-puglia/,Negroamaro,2008,La Corte 14.5,Red,US,"KJ's Mendocino County Zin has both red and black berry fruit flavor and the spiciness one expects from dry-farmed Mendocino County vineyards, though the tannins stick around a bit longer than one might like. Cedar definitely shows up on the finish.",Vintner's Reserve,16,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Kendall-Jackson 2009 Vintner's Reserve Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2009-vintners-reserve-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Kendall-Jackson 14.5,Red,US,"A sweetly soft 100% Syrah, made for drinking now. It's jammy and forward in raspberries, cherries and mocha, with a dusting of pepper and cinnamon. Firm tannins provide a good grip in the mouth.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2008 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Zaca Mesa 12.5,White,Portugal,"The blend of Fernão Pires and Arinto produces a rich and creamy wine with pear, ripe apple and apricot flavors. A floral character gives extra piquancy.",Companhia das Lezírias Catapereiro Branco,12,87,Tejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2010 Companhia das Lezírias Catapereiro Branco White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2010-companhia-das-lezirias-catapereiro-branco-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2010,Wines & Winemakers 12.5,White,South Africa,Fresh and inviting with assertive notes of pineapple and sweet citrus backed by fleshy pear and melon accents on the nose and mouth. The palate offers zippy acidity with a clean lift to the finish. Drink now.,Unoaked,19,87,Western Cape,,,Winery of Good Hope 2010 Unoaked Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winery-good-hope-2010-unoaked-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2010,Winery of Good Hope 14,Red,US,"A good buy in a Cabernet that's dry and elegant enough to pair with a great steak, chop or roast. It has classic blackberry, black currant, herb and cedar flavors, and is soft enough to drink now.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wellington 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Wellington 14.5,Red,Australia,"Supple at first, with brown sugar and prune flavors that seem sweetly ripe, but this full-bodied wine firms up substantially on the finish, where it turns a bit leathery in flavor and coffee-astringent. Drink now, before the fruit fades.",,17,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Wakefield 2008 Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Wakefield 13.5,Red,France,"Well balanced wine, perhaps with the wood revealing too much, otherwise with fine red berry and currant fruits and dry fruit tannins. It has structure and great juicy acidity on the finish.",,20,87,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château le Bonnat 2008 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-bonnat-2008-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château le Bonnat 13,Rose,Spain,"This vintage seems to have taken a step forward compared to past years. It's bright pink in color, with tight, salinic aromas of cherry and apple skins. Tastes tangy and crisp, with plum, nectarine and citrus flavors. Real good for the price.",Gran Feudo Rosado,9,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 2010 Gran Feudo Rosado Rosé (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-2010-gran-feudo-rosado-rose-navarra/,Rosé,2010,Bodegas Julián Chivite 14,White,South Africa,"Vegetal notes of asparagus mingle with accents of chalk and sweet grass on the nose, while ruby grapefruit and underripe mango flavors burst in the mouth. Vibrant and clean; drink now.",,,87,Western Cape,,,Plaisir De Merle 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plaisir-merle-2010-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Plaisir De Merle 14.5,Red,Australia,"Solid, workmanlike Shiraz, offering a mélange of caramelized berries, tobacco and cassis. Seems warm but at the same time slightly austere, making it a good candidate to partner grilled steak. Drink now.",,20,87,South Australia,Padthaway,,Morambro Creek 2008 Shiraz (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morambro-creek-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-padthaway/,Shiraz,2008,Morambro Creek 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Full berry aromas with spice on the side form a good opening. It's a full, tight wine on the palate with oaky, meaty, almost foresty flavors of blackberry, spice and mint. Racy, drying, tasty and good given that one finds few Syrah-Bonarda blends to pick from.",SyBo,13,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Montepio 2010 SyBo Syrah-Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montepio-2010-sybo-red-blend-syrah-bonarda-mendoza/,Syrah-Bonarda,2010,Montepio 14.1,White,US,"This is a very rich, fruity Sauvignon Blanc, offering waves of pineapple, guava, lime, green apple and honeysuckle flavors. Crisp acidity gives it a fine tartness. Nice for drinking now with spicy tapas appetizers.",,19,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Novy 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Novy 12.5,White,US,"If you like your white wines on the sugary sweet side, this one's for you. Shows classic Gewürz spiciness, with ripe tangerine, apricot, peach and honeysuckle flavors, and the acidity is just fine. The alcohol is a modest 12.5%.",,19,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Novy 2010 Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2010-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Novy 14.4,Red,US,"A pleasant, though somewhat generic Cabernet. Light cherry and berry fruit, firm tannins and the acidity to carry it. There's an herbal streak that brings forest floor and moist earth into the finish.",,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Novelty Hill 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smoky and dark from the start, with char and earth aromas to go with basic blackberry. The palate delivers power and a good texture, with bold blackberry and peppery flavors. Becomes more rubbery as it opens but holds onto its plum and chocolaty virtues.",Reserva,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2010 Reserva Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2010-reserva-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2010,Nieto Senetiner ,White,US,"Overall this shows a softness in the mouth, with light flavors of buttery green banana. It's creamy, easy-drinking, streaked with vanilla and suggestions of sweet spices.",,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Apex ,White,US,"A peachy, fruit-forward, mouthfilling wine that brings bright Washington fruit—peaches, apples and pears—into play, along with caramel candy and underlying acid support. It falls short only in the finish, which turns slightly bitter and attenuated.",,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Goose Ridge 13.5,Red,Italy,This bright Salice Salentino (an 80-20 blend of Negroamaro and Malvasia Nera) shows dark fruit nuances of blackberry and plum followed by wet earth and spice. There's a rustic but genuine feel to this wine.,,12,87,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,La Corte 2008 Red (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-2008-red-salice-salentino/,Red Blend,2008,La Corte 12,Sparkling,US,"Another fine brut from Korbel, dry, yeasty and citrusy, just like a good bubbly should be. It's a little rough and scoury in the bubbles, but at this price, a good deal.",Brut,12,87,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Brut Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-brut-sparkling-california-136046/,Sparkling Blend,,Korbel 14.3,Red,US,"Nice and dry, with a good cut of acidity balancing out the ripe black cherry and cola flavors. Fully drinkable now for the soft tannins, it's a pleasant wine that wants pairing with a grilled, salted and peppered steak.",,38,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Jorian Hill 2008 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorian-hill-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Jorian Hill 13.5,White,Italy,Pecorino is a very trendy indigenous Italian grape that fully deserves all the attention is has recently earned thanks to its natural structure and easy drinkability. The wine boasts aromas of honeysuckle and apricot and would pair with white meat or fish.,Villa Prandone Navicchio,,87,Central Italy,Offida Pecorino,,Il Conte 2009 Villa Prandone Navicchio (Offida Pecorino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-conte-2009-villa-prandone-navicchio-italian-white-pecorino-offida-pecorino/,Pecorino,2009,Il Conte 12.5,White,US,"Dry and acidic. If you're looking for a rich, opulent Chardonnay, go elsewhere. This one's citrusy and minerally, in the manner of an elegant Chablis. It offers a useful alternative to the modern, ultraripe, oaky style.",Estate,28,87,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Holman Ranch 2010 Estate Chardonnay (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holman-ranch-2010-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Holman Ranch 13.9,Red,Australia,"In the context of Australian Shiraz, this is on the lighter end of the spectrum at under 14% abv. The tannins are supple and the fruit plummy, savory and spicy, making it a good buy for current consumption.",Lot 466,10,87,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Madison Ridge 2009 Lot 466 Shiraz (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madison-ridge-2009-lot-466-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-new-south-wales/,Shiraz,2009,Madison Ridge 12.5,White,Italy,"Aged in stainless steel for a fresh, zesty feel, this tangy Ribolla Gialla offers aromas of peach, mature melon and Golden Delicious apple. The wine is smooth and creamy and would make a perfect match to spicy appetizers.",,20,87,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,La Viarte 2010 Ribolla Gialla (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viarte-2010-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-colli-orientali-friuli/,Ribolla Gialla,2010,La Viarte 13,White,Italy,"This is a plush, ripe and rich Chardonnay from northeast Italy with pretty aromas of exotic and passion fruits, yellow flower and papaya. It shows creamy density in the mouth and can stand up to shellfish or grilled tuna.",Vigneti Le Marsure,,87,,Venezia Giulia,,Teresa Raiz 2009 Vigneti Le Marsure Chardonnay (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teresa-raiz-2009-vigneti-le-marsure-chardonnay-venezia-giulia/,Chardonnay,2009,Teresa Raiz 14,Red,Australia,"Fresh and lively, with bright berry fruit accented by hints of chocolate and cedar. This is a medium-bodied, elegantly proportioned Shiraz, with a smooth mouthfeel and a crisp, tart-berry finish. Drink now–2015.",,19,87,Victoria,Nagambie Lakes,,Tahbilk 2006 Shiraz (Nagambie Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-2006-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-nagambie-lakes/,Shiraz,2006,Tahbilk 14.5,Red,US,"Mainly Cabernet, with some Merlot and Malbec added for depth and complexity, this rich, dry wine has jammy blackberry, dark chocolate and oak flavors. It's compromised by sharp acidity that rattles the palate. Drink soon.",Cuvée de la Luna,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2008 Cuvée de la Luna Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2008-cuvee-luna-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Valley of the Moon 13.2,Red,US,"From a new South Coast producer is this cherry-fragranced Merlot with nice texture and balance, juicy red fruit and cinnamon spice in the background.",Estate Bottled,28,87,California,South Coast,South Coast,Triple B Ranches 2008 Estate Bottled Merlot (South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/triple-b-ranches-2008-estate-bottled-merlot-south-coast/,Merlot,2008,Triple B Ranches 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Rustic on first blush, with smoky, lightly baked berry fruit aromas. It's rubbery and grabby in the mouth, with sweet caramel and brown sugar accents to the core baked berry fruit flavors. Toasty and peppery on the finish, then sweet as it fades out. A little hot at 14.8% alcohol.",,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tomero 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tomero-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Tomero 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Crisp and a little minty smelling, with wild berry and dry spice as the primary aromas. It's thick and chunky but well balanced, with sweet, slightly medicinal flavors of black fruits and mint. Solid and smooth on the finish.",,10,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tilia 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tilia-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Tilia 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a soft, sweet Cabernet, rich in blackberries, cherries, cassis and chocolate, with a spicy finish. It shows plenty of ripe varietal character, and is ready to drink now.",Heritage Reserve,50,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 2007 Heritage Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2007-heritage-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Schug 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Dense, meaty and lightly herbal on the nose, with minty berry notes. The palate is firm and issues tannic crack in front of plum, herbal flavors, brown sugar and vanilla. Turns mildly hot and grating on the finish, with juicy length. Good for everyday Malbec.",Reserva,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2010 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2010-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Santa Julia 14.5,Red,US,"Peppery and bright, this carries tart flavors of wild berries and mountain herbs. The penetrating peppery character is its most defining attribute.",,36,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Elsom 2007 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elsom-cellars-2007-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2007,Elsom 14.7,Red,US,"A good, rich, fairly standard Napa Cabernet, brimming with ripe blackberry, cherry and raspberry flavors, enhanced with sweet, vanilla-scented smoky oak. Pretty good stuff, but it's not an ager.",,59,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Damian Rae 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damian-rae-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Damian Rae 13.3,Rose,US,"Dark salmon in color, this is a nicely balanced, easy-drinking rosé with good flavor and light alcohol (13.3%).",Chalaye,10,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Clos du Lac 2010 Chalaye Rosé (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-lac-2010-chalaye-rose-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Rosé,2010,Clos du Lac 14.6,White,US,"Flirts with being overoaked, with a flood of buttered toast, vanilla and butterscotch notes that dominate. After that some powerful flavors of Asian pears, tangerines and pineapples kick in, brightened with acidity. Drink it now.",Kyndall's Reserve,37,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2009 Kyndall's Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2009-kyndalls-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Dutton Estate 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Almost Port-like in its rich fruit, this is a young and vibrant wine, full of red berries and sweet tannins. There is a delicious forward, juicy and fruity character in this ready-to-drink wine.",Tons de Duorum,10,87,Douro,,,Duorum 2010 Tons de Duorum Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2010-tons-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2010,Duorum 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Full, dark and smoky on the nose, then juicy, tight and well built on the palate. Tastes good, with fast-moving black fruit and chocolate flavors fading quickly into a clean, moderate finish. Lively and tight for Malbec.",Crios,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Dominio del Plata 2010 Crios Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-plata-2010-crios-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Dominio del Plata 14.4,Red,US,"A big, full yet nicely balanced old-vine Zin with the variety's spiciness front and center and fine notes of cherry and plum.",Old Vine Zinfandel,19,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Rubus 2009 Old Vine Zinfandel Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rubus-2009-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2009,Rubus 14.5,Dessert,Portugal,"This rich wine is touched by botrytis, although its main character is ultraripe, sweet fruit. Mango, honey and an edge of toast come together easily.",Noble Late Harvest,27,87,Douro,,,Rozes 2009 Noble Late Harvest Malvasia Fina (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rozes-2009-noble-late-harvest-other-white-malvasia-fina-douro/,Malvasia Fina,2009,Rozes 14.5,Red,Spain,"Rubbery and dark on the nose, with lots of black plum and cherry to ponder. The palate is firm and balanced, with round, rubbery, roasted plum and dark berry flavors. Full, nice and long enough on the finish to keep you involved.",Unfiltered Old Vines,9,87,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Tres Ojos 2009 Unfiltered Old Vines Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-ojos-2009-unfiltered-old-vines-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2009,Tres Ojos 14,Red,Argentina,"A sappy, jammy nose offers a nice entry to this simple blend of Cabernet and Merlot. The palate feel is regular and healthy, while the flavors run toward generic red fruits with a touch of green herbs and caramel. Snappy and crisp on the finish.",Cuvée Don Vito,16,87,Other,Patagonia,,Valle Azul 2006 Cuvée Don Vito Red (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-azul-2006-cuvee-don-vito-red-patagonia/,Red Blend,2006,Valle Azul 14.5,White,US,"Dry and crisp, with a fine, clean minerality, this Chardonnay is dominated by the vanilla and toast of oak. The underlying wine shows pineapple, Asian pear and lime flavors. It's elegant, but a little thin.",Les Pierres,36,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma-Cutrer 2007 Les Pierres Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-cutrer-2007-pierres-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,Sonoma-Cutrer 11.5,White,Portugal,"A wine with some density of flavor to go with its intense green apple character. It has some ripe green berries, laced with pink grapefruit.",Azal,13,87,Vinho Verde,,,Solar de Pinheiro 2010 Azal Azal (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solar-pinheiro-2010-azal-portuguese-white-azal-vinho-verde/,Azal,2010,Solar de Pinheiro 11,White,Portugal,"Rounded style of Vinho Verde with some weight to go with the extreme citrus and bright grapefruit flavors. It has a little softness round the edges, but the core is taut, mineral, tangy.",Azul Portugal Escolha,11,87,Vinho Verde,,,Wines & Winemakers 2010 Azul Portugal Escolha White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2010-azul-portugal-escolha-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Wines & Winemakers 14,White,US,"Briny, rich and layered, this is an interesting white from a Russian River Valley-based producer who is sourcing Malvasia Bianca in this case from a vineyard in the Suisun Valley, inland and east of the Napa Valley on the way to Sacramento. Dry and crisp, the typically Greek varietal in this version has hints of honey and nuts and dried fruit. Drink it young.",Capp Vineyard,20,87,California,North Coast,Suisun Valley,Suncé Vineyard & Winery 2010 Capp Vineyard Malvasia Bianca (Suisun Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunce-vineyard-winery-2010-capp-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-north-coast-suisun-valley/,Malvasia Bianca,2010,Suncé Vineyard & Winery 13.9,Red,US,"This blend of all five Bordeaux varieties has cranberry, plum, sage and herb throughout and is good, with a medium-body and tart finish. Aged almost two years in nearly all new French oak it's fairly light on its feet. Much of the blend (27%) is Alexander Valley Cabernet, the Merlot is from Sonoma Valley and the Cab Franc from Dry Creek. The Malbec and Petit Verdot, earthy and leathery both, come from Clear Lake.",Meritage Quintessential,48,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Suncé Vineyard & Winery 2007 Meritage Quintessential Meritage (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunce-vineyard-winery-2007-meritage-quintessential-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-north-coast/,Meritage,2007,Suncé Vineyard & Winery 12,White,Portugal,"Smooth, oily-textured ripe wine, stylish and flavorsome. The melon and apple flavors are counterbalanced by a rich acidity, a dense structure and a vanilla hint.",Oscar's Branco,13,87,Douro,,,Quevedo 2010 Oscar's Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quevedo-2010-oscars-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2010,Quevedo 14.5,Red,US,"It's no surprise that this Amador Syrah spent 21 months in French oak. The wine is very tannic, savory with a wisp of pepper. Still, for a bigger, more tannic style mountain of Syrah it's got some good acidity midpalate and through the finish and could be interesting with a rich serving of duck, venison or game.",Mountain Selection,20,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Scott Harvey 2008 Mountain Selection Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-harvey-2008-mountain-selection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,2008,Scott Harvey 13.9,Red,US,"Barbera grapes from a Lake Chelan vineyard are blended with 25% Sangiovese from the Yakima Valley. It's an interesting wine, with pretty strawberry fruit, tart acidity and a wall of tannin that cuts it short. The components are starkly apparent, but with time may ultimately blend into a more seamless expression of what seems to be good fruit.",,23,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Patterson 2009 Barbera (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patterson-2009-barbera-columbia-valley-wa/,Barbera,2009,Patterson 14.5,Red,US,"Broadly flavorful when first sipped, this turns aggressively oaky in the mouth. The liquorous barrel flavors will please some tasters, while others will wonder where the fruit went?",Estate,24,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gamache 2007 Estate Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamache-2007-estate-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Gamache 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Dry, spicy aromas work well with core raspberry and earthy notes. The palate has a healthy mouthfeel and honest flavors of brown sugar, toast and black cherry. Spice and tempered caramel flavors grace the finish, which has vigor and confirms the value factor and overall quality.",Trumpeter,11,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2010 Trumpeter Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2010-trumpeter-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2010,Rutini 13,White,Italy,This fresh and food-friendly Pinot Grigio opens with delicate floral notes of white rose and almond blossom followed by exotic fruit and citrus. The balanced acidity would pair with chicken salad and mayonnaise.,Sielo Blu,,87,,Alto Adige,,Josef Brigl 2010 Sielo Blu Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-brigl-2010-sielo-blu-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Josef Brigl 13,White,Italy,"Forget Pinot Grigio and try this wonderful white wine from central Italy. Passerina, a little-known native grape, offers crisp sassiness and bright aromas of kiwi, citrus and passion fruit. There's loads of fresh personality here.",Villa Prandone Cavaceppo,,87,Central Italy,Marche,,Il Conte 2009 Villa Prandone Cavaceppo Passerina (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-conte-2009-villa-prandone-cavaceppo-italian-white-passerina-marche/,Passerina,2009,Il Conte 15,Red,Spain,"Earthy tobacco and natural warmth provide for a good nose. It's briary smelling as well, with racy cherry and plum flavors. Shows some heat from 15% alcohol, but for $9 wine it packs a lot power and flavor. Unmistakable Garnacha that reflects sunny environs.",Old Vines,9,87,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Evodia 2009 Old Vines Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evodia-2009-old-vines-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2009,Evodia 15,Red,Portugal,"Everything is overpowering with this wine, from the weight of the bottle, to the alcohol, to the intense flavors. It is an impressive one-glass-only wine, packed with concentrated juicy fruity, spice and wood flavors. Drink now.",Duvalley Grande Reserva,,87,Douro,,,Castro Pena Alba 2007 Duvalley Grande Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castro-pena-alba-2007-duvalley-grande-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Castro Pena Alba 12.5,Red,US,"Sonoma County's Coturri, an early advocate of organic farming and old-fashioned winemaking, has made a tiny amount of Charbono, a hybrid of Nebbiolo and Grenache. Grown at Testa in Mendocino, a great source of many heritage varieties, including Zinfandel and Carignane, this Charbono is grapey and rustic with a fair amount of acidity throughout.",Testa Vineyards,30,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Coturri Winery 2007 Testa Vineyards Charbono (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coturri-winery-2007-testa-italian-red-charbono-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Charbono,2007,Coturri Winery 13.5,White,US,"This inexpensive Chardonnay has a fair amount of oaky depth to it, unexpectedly since only 5% of it was aged in American oak, the rest in stainless steel. Nonetheless it has toasty vanilla flavors and aromas of lime, apple and cantaloupe and tastes refreshing and clean.",,11,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Parducci 2009 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2009-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Parducci 14.5,Red,US,"Closed at first, this El Dorado Cab slowly reveals minty and savory aromas, the wine's flavors also more on the austere and savory side of things, a touch of blackberry and cherry finally coming through.",Reserve,20,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Lava Cap 14.2,White,Argentina,"Minerally and dry smelling, with floral aromas along with the scents of white peach and apple. The palate feels good and clean, with roundness matched by nice acidity. Flavors of spiced apple and pith are supported by zestiness, while the finish is honest. Not many value-priced Viogniers can match this.",Finca La Linda,11,87,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Luigi Bosca 2010 Finca La Linda Viognier (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2010-finca-linda-viognier-lujan-cuyo/,Viognier,2010,Luigi Bosca 15.6,Red,US,"Made from the estate ranch in the eastern hills of Oakville, this is a soft, plush, sweetly ripe Cabernet. It has jammy, dessert pastry flavors of blackberries, cherries and raspberries, along with plenty of smoky new oak, and very high alcohol gives it a glyceriney sweetness.",,68,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Oakville Ranch 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-ranch-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Oakville Ranch 14.1,White,US,"Crunchy acidity marks this Viognier, giving it a palate brightness and making the apricot, tangerine, peach, pear and honeysuckle flavors finish drier than they probably really are. It's an exotic, rich wine that drinks well with Vietnamese fare, or a peanut-starring Cambodian beef or chicken dish.",,19,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Novy 2009 Viognier (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2009-viognier-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Viognier,2009,Novy 18,Port/Sherry,US,"Made from native Portuguese grapes, this Lodi-sourced Port-style wine has a strong, sweet nose of big-time ripe cherry and blackberry with a hint of meat, almost jamón. Balanced on the finish, veering slightly too sweet midpalate.",Silvaspoons Vineyard,17,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fenestra 2004 Silvaspoons Vineyard Port (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2004-silvaspoons-vineyard-port-blend-port-central-valley-lodi/,Port,2004,Fenestra ,Rose,US,"This vintage is sourced entirely from the estate vineyard, a mix of four Rhône varieties. Cherry red, fruity and round, it's a crisp and stylish rosé for near-term drinking.",Ramblin',20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2010 Ramblin' Rosé (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2010-ramblin-rose-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Rosé,2010,Dusted Valley 13,White,Italy,"Chiaramonte is an easy, refreshing expression of Ansonica (one of Sicily's most celebrated native white grape varieties) that would pair with most fish -or vegetable-based dishes. The wine finishes with cool crispness.",Chiaramonte,18,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Firriato 2009 Chiaramonte Ansonica (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firriato-2009-chiaramonte-italian-white-ansonica-sicilia/,Ansonica,2009,Firriato 14.5,Red,US,"Dark chocolate, mashed blackberries, black licorice and black currants so ripe they're raisined are the flavors of this dry wine. It's very tannic, in the way of Petite Sirah, and rather soft. Drink now.",Signature Selection Plummer Vineyard,22,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2008 Signature Selection Plummer Vineyard Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2008-signature-selection-plummer-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2008,Bianchi ,Red,US,"Firm and detailed, with a mix of very tart berry fruit, and earthier notes of stem and soil. The tannins have been tamed and the balance is just right for a wine that does not try to do too much with the minimal ripeness it has.",Estate,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Balboa 2009 Estate Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balboa-2009-estate-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2009,Balboa 13,White,Italy,A food-friendly blend of Schiava and Lagrein (two native grapes of northern Italy) this ruby-colored wine opens with a lean consistency and medium build. It shows cool-climate aromas of small forest fruit and blue flowers with a touch of white almond on the close.,Santa Maddalena,17,87,,Alto Adige,,Andriano 2009 Santa Maddalena Red (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andriano-2009-santa-maddalena-red-alto-adige/,Red Blend,2009,Andriano 14.4,Red,US,Jelly Jar's Lake County old-vine Zin is jam-packed with dusty tannins and briary black fruit but the finish is slightly uneven. Love the package though.,Nova Vineyard,24,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Jelly Jar 2009 Nova Vineyard Zinfandel (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jelly-jar-2009-nova-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Jelly Jar 14.9,Red,US,"Estate-grown, this Cab from the best rows within the family's Clara Vineyard, is brick red and aromatically brickish as well, as well as smelling of black olive, cherry and cola spice, a coating of chocolate on its finish. Let it breathe.",Top Row Reserve,42,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Nelson Family Vineyards 2007 Top Row Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nelson-family-2007-top-row-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Nelson Family Vineyards 14.3,Red,US,"Nice and silky in the mouth, with a rich overlay of toasty oak and savory spice, raspberry, cherry and strawberry flavors. Fine acidity adds clean brightness. A touch of underripeness detracts, so drink now.",Estate Reserve,40,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2008 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2008-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Artesa 13,Red,France,"Soft wine, dominated by wood spice and tannins. It has weight, which suggests the juicy fruit will show through after a year. Age for 3–4 years.",Cuvée Carole,30,87,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Blaye,,Château l'Espérance 2008 Cuvée Carole (Premieres Côtes de Blaye),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lesperance-2008-cuvee-carole-red-premieres-cotes-blaye/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château l'Espérance 13.5,Red,France,"Black currant-dominated wine, all fresh juicy fruit along with balanced dry tannins. The wood is there, with subtle hints of black fruits and acidity.",Cuvée Raphaël,20,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Parenchère 2008 Cuvée Raphaël (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-parenchere-2008-cuvee-raphael-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château de Parenchère 14,Red,Spain,"This Garnacha is another from the Borsao operations, and it's clean with plenty of black fruit on the nose and palate. Juicy, tight, forward stuff with a dark and peppery finish. A little raw and pointy, so drink with salami, a burger or skirt steak.",Viña Borgia,6,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2010 Viña Borgia Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2010-vina-borgia-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2010,Borsao 14.5,Red,Spain,"This perennial Best Buy is once again rock solid. Fresh berry fruit and compote aromas make for a good bouquet. There's no shortage of acidity, so the palate is jumpy and lively, with crisp, almost tart raspberry and plum flavors. Structured and forward; hamburgers and pizza wine par excellence.",Monte Oton,7,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2010 Monte Oton Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2010-monte-oton-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2010,Borsao 13.5,Red,US,"Another great buy from C&B, who this time have made a subtle, concentrated and rich Cabernet with good blackberry and woody, oaky flavors and a big mouthfeel. Steak, anyone?",,12,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Cartlidge & Browne 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartlidge-browne-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Cartlidge & Browne 14,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery and gaseous at first, but with time weighty, meaty black fruit aromas come out. The wine carries a rich, syrupy mouthfeel and dense, dark flavors of blackberry and pepper. Chunky on the finish, which is thick in feel but short in length.",Dos Fincas,13,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Carlos Basso 2010 Dos Fincas Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2010-fincas-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2010,Carlos Basso 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery and smoky at first, with earthy, leathery aromas. Snappy, crisp and juicy in the mouth, with honest PN flavors of light red fruits, toast and oak-based spice and chocolate. Dry, clean and a bit hot on the finish.",Calathus Roble,25,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Don Carlos 2010 Calathus Roble Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-don-carlos-2010-calathus-roble-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2010,Finca Don Carlos 12.5,White,Portugal,"A smooth yet still zesty wine, with lemon and peach flavors, reveling in its freshness and rounded corners. The wine, with its light and crisp feel, is for drinking now. Screwcap.",Bical & Arinto,21,87,Beiras,,,Filipa Pato 2010 Bical & Arinto White (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filipa-pato-2010-bical-arinto-white-beiras/,Portuguese White,2010,Filipa Pato 14.7,Red,US,"This is a strongly flavored Zinfandel. It's potent in cherry, blackberry and chocolate flavors, even a little overripe in Porty raisins. Drink now with barbecue or roasted meats.",Old Vine,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2009 Old Vine Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2009-old-vine-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Girard 14,Red,Portugal,"Despite its alcohol, this is a very fresh wine, its ripe fruit showing typical Merlot cherry jam and soft tannins. It is intensely fruity, perhaps lacking complexity, although an attractive wine to drink now.",,17,87,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2009 Merlot (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2009-merlot-tejo/,Merlot,2009,Fiuza 14,Dessert,Argentina,"A bit shocking and overpowering initially, with pull-back early aromas and alcohol-related burn. Give it time and it displays itself as a full, ripe, complex wine with heavy extraction and ripe peach, apricot and bitter flavors. Toffee and caramel lead the spicy, still-bitter finish.",Historias Passito de los Andes,25,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Familia Marguery 2008 Historias Passito de los Andes Muscat (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-marguery-2008-historias-passito-los-andes-muscat-mendoza/,Muscat,2008,Familia Marguery 12.5,White,US,"Bone dry and acidic, this Sauvignon Blanc shows mouthwatering flavors of lemons, limes, grapefruits and tart, sour gooseberries. The alcohol is refeshingly low, a mere 12.4%.",Estate,18,87,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Holman Ranch 2010 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holman-ranch-2010-estate-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Holman Ranch 13.5,White,South Africa,"Quiet and shy, this wine takes a little bit to fully open up. After it finally does, you'll be rewarded with dainty aromas of fresh apple flesh and barely ripe melon followed by flavors of orange oil and light toast that fill the round palate.",,14,87,Western Cape,,,Mulderbosch 2010 Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulderbosch-2010-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Mulderbosch 14,Red,Portugal,"A very rich wine, its tannins wrapped in ripe, jammy black fruits. The wine is solid, powerful, all concentrated fruit, sweet and juicy.",,,87,Douro,,,Quinta do Judeu 2008 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-judeu-2008-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Judeu 14.3,Rose,US,"A blend of Syrah and Grenache, this may be the most expensive rosé in California. It's a good wine, dry and crisp, although rather full-bodied for a rosé, with pleasantly complex orange zest, strawberry, vanilla, herb and spice flavors. Nice now with cured meats and sausages, or a rich fish stew.",,75,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Prêt a Boire 2010 Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pret-a-boire-2010-rose-napa-valley/,Rosé,2010,Prêt a Boire 14.6,White,US,"Perry Creek has done a nice job on this Viognier. It has a pretty, very floral nose, and its aromatics make it inviting throughout, a small percentage of Marsanne and Roussanne coming through. Medium-bodied, it just finishes a percentage too sweet to taste truly balanced.","Altitude: 2401, Le Seducteur",20,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,"Perry Creek 2009 Altitude: 2401, Le Seducteur Viognier (El Dorado)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2009-altitude-2401-le-seducteur-viognier-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Viognier,2009,Perry Creek 14.9,Red,US,"A very good, impressive Merlot, if a little irregular in tannic structure. It's dry and rich in black cherries, red licorice and bacon, with a solid coating of oak. Elegant enough, but not going anywhere, so drink up.",,48,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Merryvale 13.6,Red,Argentina,"A challenging white wine that bears a resemblance to Bordeaux Sémillon. The nose starts out sweaty and with phosphorous, but it turns more honeyed and complex with airing. The palate is plump and balanced, with layered honey, melon, apple and pith flavors. By the time it finishes up, it's showing complexity, butterscotch and white pepper notes. Interesting but not for all.",,25,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mendel 2010 Sémillon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendel-2010-semillon-mendoza/,Sémillon,2010,Mendel 14.5,White,Argentina,"Yellow in color, with baked corn, heavy oak and implied sweetness on the bouquet. The palate is almost syrupy in feel, with sugary flavors of baked pear, apple and butterscotch. Finishes weighty and heavy; almost like a late-harvest wine. Drink immediately.",Lindaflor,45,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Monteviejo 2009 Lindaflor Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteviejo-2009-lindaflor-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Monteviejo 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Coffee grinds and black licorice root spice up the black berry and cherry aromas in the bouquet. Surprisingly firm and concentrated in the mouth, the skin-driven dark fruit flavors are forward but tight with serious staying power; allow for some time to soften and open up a bit before enjoying.",The Den,12,87,Coastal Region,,,Painted Wolf 2010 The Den Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/painted-wolf-2010-den-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2010,Painted Wolf 14,Red,Australia,"King Valley Pinot Noir? Why not, if it can be this good at this price. Gentle smoke and oak spice notes accent dark cherry and plum fruit, ending with hints of mocha. Tannins are a bit firm, so this should drink well through 2015 or so.",Vision,12,87,Victoria,King Valley,,Nugan Family Estates 2009 Vision Pinot Noir (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nugan-family-estates-2009-vision-pinot-noir-king-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Nugan Family Estates 13,White,South Africa,"Rich and complex, this Sauv Blanc shows more depth and weight on the nose and mouth than most would anticipate, but the finish cleans it all up with an endless mouthwatering sensation. Fresh green grass, orange, green fig and apple flesh out the palate.",,24,87,Wellington,,,Nabygelegen 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nabygelegen-2010-sauvignon-blanc-wellington/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Nabygelegen 14.7,Red,Argentina,"Fairly herbal on first take, with green, peppery core aromas coming with wood spice and black fruit. The palate is firm and clacky, with tannic clamp and jammy flavors of baked plum that turn candied the longer it airs out. Sweet and jammy by the time it finishes.",Gran Las Divas Vineyard,30,87,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Riglos 2008 Gran Las Divas Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riglos-2008-gran-las-divas-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Riglos 13.5,White,South Africa,"Though it's brisk and lightweight, the fresh green apple and white peach flavors are attractive and clean, marrying seamlessly with the mouthwatering acidity and orange blossom finish. Perfect for enjoying now.",Original Unwooded,15,87,Coastal Region,,,Raats Family 2010 Original Unwooded Chenin Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raats-family-2010-original-unwooded-chenin-blanc-coastal-region/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Raats Family 13.5,Red,US,A round and juicy Merlot with very ripe fruit flavors of plum and blueberry and enough texture to be paired with an array of meals. Very pleasant all around and priced fair and square.,Conservancy,15,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2008 Conservancy Merlot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2008-conservancy-merlot-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Merlot,2008,Concannon 12,White,Italy,"Copper-colored Pinot Grigios like this expression from Tommasi make a cheerful addition to Chinese take-out dinners or easy home-cooked meals. This creamy wine offers aromas of peach, citrus and white almond.",Il Grigio Ramato,15,87,,Delle Venezie,,Tommasi 2010 Il Grigio Ramato Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2010-il-grigio-ramato-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Tommasi 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and sweet, with melted jam flavors of raspberry, cherry and blackberry flavors, and plenty of caramelized, vanilla-scented oak. Delicious, but lacks structural integrity. The blend is based on Cabernet Sauvignon.",Estate Blend,65,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sodaro 2007 Estate Blend Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sodaro-2007-estate-blend-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Sodaro 14,Red,Portugal,"Big, spicy wine, full of ripe black plums with dried prunes coming through strongly. The tannins are dark, providing a firm core of dryness. It does feel somewhat hot, with alcohol that suppresses the attractive acidity.",Aneto,23,87,Douro,,,Sobredos 2008 Aneto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobredos-2008-aneto-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Sobredos 12.5,White,Italy,"Santa Margherita wrote the book on easy-drinking Pinot Grigio and this vintage of the popular white lives up to its past reputation. Aromas of citrus, pear and white flower are followed by a clean, crisp mouthfeel.",,,87,,Alto Adige,,Santa Margherita 2010 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-margherita-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Santa Margherita 14,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and floral smelling, with jammy berry fruit pouring out of the bouquet. There's snap and lift to the mouthfeel along with rubbery berry, plum, chocolate and herbal flavors. Tight and grippy on the finish, which has an herbal tinge.",Killka Collection,14,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Salentein 2009 Killka Collection Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2009-killka-collection-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2009,Salentein 12.5,White,Australia,"This is a plump, slightly creamy-textured blend of approximately 60% Sauvignon Blanc and 40% Semillon. Lime, melon and white pepper notes mark the nose and palate, while the finish is crisp. Drink it over the next six months or so.",Tic Tok,14,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,James Oatley 2009 Tic Tok Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-oatley-2009-tic-tok-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-western/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2009,James Oatley 14.5,Red,Australia,"The 2008 vintage was a tough one at Kilikanoon according to winemaker Kevin Mitchell, but this second label has turned out well. It's full-bodied and richly textured, with notes of tar and black olive up front, turning warm and slightly raisiny on the finish and marked with a touch of bitter coffee. Drink now.",The Lackey,15,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Kilikanoon 2008 The Lackey Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2008-lackey-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2008,Kilikanoon 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a light and bright cool-climate Pinot Grigio that would pair with seafood salad, tuna tartar or steamed mussels. The wine offers cool crispness backed by citrus, peach and fresh apple flavors.",,15,87,,Alto Adige,,Kupelwieser 2010 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kupelwieser-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Kupelwieser 13.8,Red,US,"Lots of sweet raspberry, strawberry and cherry fruit in this silky wine, along with the buttered toast influence of oak barrels. It's a gently appealing Pinot Noir to drink now.",Unfiltered,28,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Philo Ridge 2007 Unfiltered Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philo-ridge-2007-unfiltered-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Philo Ridge 13.5,Red,US,"An earthy style of Merlot, with herb, tobacco and mint flavors bracketing the cherries and cola. It's a dry, brisk wine, with firm tannins to drink now.",Heritage Reserve,35,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2007 Heritage Reserve Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2007-heritage-reserve-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2007,Schug 14.2,Red,US,"Made in a Super-Tuscan style with 49% of the blend Sangiovese (the rest 33% Cab Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 1% Zin and 1% Syrah) this wine is big, meaty and savory with sweet tannins and vanilla laced throughout while still balanced enough to be a good choice with red meat and red sauce.",Fiorente Red Wine,30,87,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay-Livermore Valley,Tamás Estates 2008 Fiorente Red Wine Red (San Francisco Bay-Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-2008-fiorente-red-wine-central-coast-san-francisco-bay-livermore-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Tamás Estates 13.1,White,US,"Bone dry and crisp in mouthwatering acidity, this unoaked, cocktail-style wine has citrus, white flower, white pepper and mineral flavors. With low alcohol, it's a fine starter for the evening.",,27,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2010 Vermentino (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2010-italian-white-vermentino-central-coast-paso-robles/,Vermentino,2010,Tablas Creek 14.5,Rose,US,"Pretty dark for a rosé, and heavy in mouthfeel, with melted raspberry and strawberry jam flavors, sprinkled with cinnamon and vanilla. A blend of Mourvèdre, Grenache and Counoise, it lacks zestiness, but is so full-bodied, you can substitute it for Pinot Noir with a summer salmon or lamb barbecue.",,27,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2010 Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2010-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2010,Tablas Creek 13.7,Red,US,"A smooth, berry-licious and most affordable Washington Syrah. Along with bright berry and plum fruit and accents of anise, cinnamon and clove. The flavors are pure and fresh, and round out into a smooth finish.",,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Stonecap 2009 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecap-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2009,Stonecap 13,White,Italy,"This luminous, golden Ribolla Gialla offers aromas of butterscotch and honeysuckle that are very true to this unique grape variety. The wine's creamy structure would stand up to Indian curry chicken or Chinese fried rice.",,,87,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Teresa Raiz 2008 Ribolla Gialla (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teresa-raiz-2008-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-colli-orientali-friuli/,Ribolla Gialla,2008,Teresa Raiz ,White,US,"Even better in the mouth than the nose, where a little spritz adds lift and pleasure, against a lightly chalky minerality. Very fresh, this is a perfect-by-the glass pour, with apple and white peach fruit.",The Originals,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Magnificent Wine Company 2010 The Originals Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnificent-wine-company-2010-originals-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Magnificent Wine Company 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of sweet fruit in this Zin. Floods the mouth with red, blue and black berries, sprinkled with dusty Indian spices and finished with a dash of cocoa. Nice tannins give it a fine structure.",,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madrigal 2008 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrigal-2008-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Madrigal 14.5,Red,US,"A deliciously soft, easy-drinking Merlot for enjoying tonight with a nice steak or burger. It's basically dry, but ultrarich and sweet in raspberry, cherry, cocoa and baking spice flavors.",,26,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madrigal 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrigal-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Madrigal 13.2,White,US,"A brisk, fruity Sauvignon Blanc that flatters with rich flavors of pineapples, lemons, limes and papayas. There's a honeyed sweetness, but it's basically dry. Easy to drink as a cocktail sipper.",,14,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Roth 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roth-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Roth 14.2,White,US,"A rich, ripe, oaky style of Chardonnay. Explosive in pineapple, tangerine, lemon and apricot jam flavors with buttered toast and honey. It's almost as sweet as a dessert wine.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sea Mist 2010 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sea-mist-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Sea Mist 14.3,Red,Argentina,"Opens with burnt rubber aromas that soon yield to berry fruit, char and dark chocolate. The palate is snappy and tangy despite feeling full, while the flavors of herbs and berry are quickly replaced by resiny oak. Finishes firm, with herbal notes and carob.",,17,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sottano 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sottano-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Sottano 14,Red,Australia,"This is a Barossa wine, so there's a sense of warmth and sweetly ripe fruit, yet it's also Cabernet, so that's coupled with a sense of restraint and traditional cassis and cigar box notes. The tannins are soft, yet the wine finishes on a tart note. Drink now.",,16,87,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Peter Lehmann 13,Red,Australia,"This wine is definitely on the herbal side, but it's also suave and silky, with refined notes of tobacco, cedar and cassis. Medium bodied and elegant, even if the flavors are a touch green.",Art Series,45,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2006 Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2006-art-series-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Leeuwin Estate ,Red,US,"A fruity, light take on Cabernet Franc, this shows melon and strawberry flavors galore. It opens broadly and full across the palate, with pleasing freshness. Best served lightly chilled, as an opening course (and not too heavy) red.",,32,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Trust 2008 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trust-2008-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Trust 14.6,Red,US,"A Bordeaux-style blend based on Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this wine is soft and sweetly luxurious. It offers upfront blackberry, black cherry, red currant, licorice and sandalwood flavors, with a nice edge of tannins. Drink now.",Fog Catcher,58,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Niner 2007 Fog Catcher Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2007-fog-catcher-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Niner 13,White,Italy,"A popular choice in Rome and southern Italy, Fiano di Avellino is a perfect seafood and shellfish white wine. There's crispness and brightness here, all backed by easy pear, peach and citrus aromas.",,20,87,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,La Casa Dell'Orco 2010 Fiano di Avellino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-dellorco-2010-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2010,La Casa Dell'Orco 12.5,White,Portugal,"Ripe peach and green plum flavors, laced with steely acidity. This is a wine that has intense fruitiness, showing a round texture to balance the fruit. Drink now, and will be best with food.",Samora Branco,11,87,Tejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2010 Samora Branco White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2010-samora-branco-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2010,Wines & Winemakers 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Dark, dry tannins and firm plum skin flavors dominate this wine from vineyards south of Lisbon. There is a great streak of acidity, giving a wine that has both structure and freshness.",Azul Portugal,11,87,Palmela,,,Wines & Winemakers 2009 Azul Portugal Castelão (Palmela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2009-azul-portugal-red-palmela-138767/,Castelão,2009,Wines & Winemakers 14.1,White,US,"With just a touch of oak providing creamy vanilla flavors, this wine's real stars are the lemon, lime and tropical fruit flavors, which have such a pretty minerality. It's a little sweet, but refreshing acidity balances that out.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Longboard 11.5,White,US,"With only 11.5% alcohol, this Riesling has some residual sugar, giving the tangerine and apricot flavors a sweet finish. Fine, crisp acidity makes it clean and brisk. A nice cocktail wine, and to drink with spicy Asian shrimp or scallop dishes.",,11,87,California,California Other,California,Little Black Dress 2010 Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-black-dress-2010-riesling-other/,Riesling,2010,Little Black Dress 13.5,White,South Africa,Ripe tropical notes of kiwi and firm guava are lifted with accents of dried white florals and lemon rind citrus. The racy mouth finishes with a grapefruit-infused finish that shines bright. Drink now.,,15,87,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2010-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Ken Forrester 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Ripe, rubbery berry aromas become like chocolate-covered cherry with time. The palate is full and a bit syrupy, while the palate is creamy and sweet, with baked blackberry and peppery flavors. Sweet and soft on the finish, with herbs and a touch of coffee-like bitterness.",,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Kaiken 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaiken-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Kaiken 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Spicy and bricky on the nose, with tobacco, earth and herbal red berry aromas. The palate is round and tight, with roasted cassis and berry flavors along with a dusty aftertaste. Sweet on the finish, like brown sugar and roasted berries.",Ultra,20,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Kaiken 2008 Ultra Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaiken-2008-ultra-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kaiken 14.4,Dessert,US,"Fans of Barbera will want to give this late-harvest version a try, a wine with plenty of toffee and oak on the nose that's sweet and fruity, rustic in the right ways, though tasting a little overripe on the finish. Residual sugar is listed at 3.3% by weight; the sugar at harvest was 31 degrees Brix.",Viani Vineyard,20,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Montoliva 2008 Viani Vineyard Barbera (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montoliva-2008-viani-vineyard-barbera-sierra-foothills/,Barbera,2008,Montoliva 15.9,Red,US,"This Zin is very rich and elaborate in chocolate, raspberry jam and white pepper spice, and high alcohol gives it a glycerine sweetness. But a crisp streak of acidity provides needed balance. Drink now with barbecue, Chinese mushu pork, Mexican beef dishes.",Buck Hill Vineyard,27,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,J. Keverson 2008 Buck Hill Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-keverson-2008-buck-hill-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,J. Keverson 11.5,White,Portugal,"The ripe Loureiro fruit, at its best in the Lima Valley, gives flavors of apricot, melon, orange zest. The wine has a creamy character, though always with the proper citrus acidity of Vinho Verde.",,7,87,Vinho Verde,,,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Lima 2010 Loureiro (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-ponte-lima-2010-portuguese-white-loureiro-vinho-verde/,Loureiro,2010,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Lima 13,White,South Africa,"Crisp citrus and underripe stone fruit flavors are at the core, with a touch of earthy grass adding another layer to this wine's character. Clean and balanced with a soft mouthfeel despite the tart green plum and watermelon rind flavors.",Bergkelder Selection,10,87,Western Cape,,,Fleur Du Cap 2010 Bergkelder Selection Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2010-bergkelder-selection-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Fleur Du Cap 13,White,Portugal,"Delicious, ripe-fruited wine, with pear and quince and a streak of citrus. Very fresh, although with an attractive creamy texture, it has a great final zing of acidity. Screwcap.",Native Branco,9,87,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2010 Native Branco White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2010-native-branco-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2010,Fiuza 14.2,White,US,"Extravagantly rich and oaky, this Chardonnay detonates on the palate with pineapple, lemon and orange jam, buttered toast and vanilla cream flavors. Finishes honey sweet, but a nice edge of acidity provides needed balance.",Westside Farms,40,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2009 Westside Farms Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2009-westside-farms-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Gary Farrell 14.1,White,US,"With savory acidity and a nice, dry finish, this three-year-old Chardonnay tastes as fresh and rich as a brand-new release. It has pineapple, tangerine, lemon, lime and apricot flavors, enhanced with the vanilla and buttered toast of oak. Drink now for sheer opulence.",Starr Ridge Vineyard,40,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2008 Starr Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2008-starr-ridge-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Gary Farrell 12.5,White,Italy,"Gavi is a fantastically fresh and luminous white wine from Piedmont in northern Italy that offers tonic, compact aromas of stone fruit, honey and cantaloupe melon. There's a softness in the mouth that is soon followed by refreshing zest.",La Rocca,17,87,Piedmont,Gavi,,Coppo 2009 La Rocca (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-2009-rocca-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2009,Coppo 14.5,White,Argentina,"Toasty apple aromas are familiar and generic. It's full in the mouth, with an oak-based resiny grab and woody flavors of banana, pear and baked apple. A lot of woodspice lingers on the creamy finish, which is slightly bitter in taste.",,20,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,DiamAndes 2010 Chardonnay (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamandes-2010-chardonnay-uco-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,DiamAndes 14.5,White,US,"Made in the modern California style, new oak dominates this Chardonnay. Even though unused French barrels accounts for only 30% of the blend, the aromas and flavors of buttered toast, vanilla and caramel swamp what otherwise seems like a good, crisp, tropically fruited wine. Earns an extra point for fine minerality, the result of its pedigreed vineyard originis.",Ritchie Vineyard,40,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2009 Ritchie Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2009-ritchie-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,De Loach 14.5,White,US,"A Chardonnay-like wine, but more citrusy, with tangerine, lemon and mineral flavors. Oak brings sweeter complications of vanilla and buttered toast, while crisp acidity makes it all fresh and clean.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2009 Pinot Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2009-pinot-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2009,De Loach 14,Red,Spain,"Smoky and meaty smelling to begin with, like a mix of barbecued spare ribs and roasted berries. The palate is full, tannic and drying, with bacon, hickory and baked blackberry flavors mixed with herbs. Hard and clacky on the finish, but flavorful and solid throughout.",Selección,18,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Fuentespina 2007 Selección (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-fuentespina-2007-seleccion-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Bodegas Fuentespina 13,White,South Africa,"Soft citrus, green apple and plum lead the way on the nose of this easy-drinking white. More of the same unfolds in the brisk mouth, with tart green berries and lime pith staying through the close. Refreshing and zippy; drink now.",,18,87,Cederberg,,,Cederberg 2010 Chenin Blanc (Cederberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cederberg-2010-chenin-blanc-cederberg/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Cederberg 15.5,Red,US,"At nearly five years of age, this wine is mellowing nicely. It's smooth and dry and easy to like for the wealth of berry, cherry, mocha and oak flavors. Should hang in there for another few years.",,85,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bello Family Vineyards 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bello-family-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Bello Family Vineyards 15,Red,Australia,"This upmarket offering from Beelgara displays lashings of toasty oak layered over briary, brambly fruit. It's medium-full in weight and features a creamy texture on the midpalate, then a slightly tart finish that accentuates the wood tannins.",Springview,39,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Beelgara 2008 Springview Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beelgara-2008-springview-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Beelgara 13.5,Red,Spain,"Mineral, earth and graphite aromas give this rugged young Ribera complexity to go with racing berry fruit. The palate is a bit sharp and pounding, with boysenberry flavors coming with tannic bite and zest. Crude but fresh and clean, this wine should be smoother by the end of 2011 into 2012.",Damana 5,19,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula 2009 Damana 5 (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinedos-tabula-2009-damana-5-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas y Viñedos Tábula 13.5,Red,US,"A mild, medium-bodied North Coast Pinot Noir with a pleasant aroma of cherry and plum, the cherry carries throughout the wine's texture and overall follow-through. A tad simple, this wine is nonetheless a tremendously great deal for California Pinot.",,15,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Cartlidge & Browne 2009 Pinot Noir (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartlidge-browne-2009-pinot-noir-north-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cartlidge & Browne 13.5,White,US,"This wine doesn't offer a lot aromatically at first but opens nicely to lemon, lime and vanilla flavors. The moderately priced, moderate in alcohol Chardonnay is bright and clean overall and a very good value.",,12,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Cartlidge & Browne 2009 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartlidge-browne-2009-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Cartlidge & Browne 12.6,White,US,"Nelson Family Vineyards is quietly making some mighty nice aromatic white wines, all estate-grown from their property. This Riesling is opulent and fragrant with orange blossom and honey on the tongue, medium in weight with a little residual sugar (officially off-dry) and 12.6% alcohol.",Estate Grown,16,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Nelson Family Vineyards 2009 Estate Grown Riesling (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nelson-family-2009-estate-grown-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Riesling,2009,Nelson Family Vineyards ,White,US,"A delightful wine, low in alcohol and done in a style reminiscent of an elegant German kabinett. Stone fruits anchor an off-dry mix of fruit and acid, with a hint of honeysuckle livening up the finish.",Estate Grown,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 2010 Estate Grown Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2010-estate-grown-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2010,Willow Crest 14.5,Red,US,"A bit too soft, but dry, rich and dramatic in its own way, with layers of blackberries, currants and oak. If the winemaker will build in a firmer structure, this Cabernet's score will soar in future vintages.",Felicity,45,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sodaro 2007 Felicity Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sodaro-2007-felicity-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sodaro ,White,US,"A powerful, audacious Viognier, explosive in tropical fruit, vanilla, buttered toast and butterscotch flavors. All that richness is balanced by crisp acidity and a fine minerality. Still, it's a big, honeyed wine for drinking now.",Noble Vineyard Lyra,36,88,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Sean Thackrey 2010 Noble Vineyard Lyra Viognier (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-2010-noble-vineyard-lyra-viognier-sonoma-knights-valley/,Viognier,2010,Sean Thackrey 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Full and concentrated, with aromas of roasted blackberry, cassis and plum. The palate is solid and offers a pleasant and proper mouthfeel, while the flavors of cassis, raspberry and plum satisfy and come with only a touch of herbal essence. Dark on the finish, with follow through.",Reserva,12,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2010 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2010-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Santa Julia 14.1,White,US,"A very fragrant, dark-honey Marsanne-Roussanne blend from Ramona Valley, an AVA within San Diego County. The wine's blend is 55% Marsanne, 45% Roussanne, a well-integrated co-mingling of the two with jasmine and apricot flavors and a bit of a bite on the finish.","Alcala, Highland Hills Vineyard",28,88,California,South Coast,Ramona Valley,"Vesper Vineyards 2009 Alcala, Highland Hills Vineyard Marsanne-Roussanne (Ramona Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vesper-2009-alcala-highland-hills-vineyard-rhone-style-white-blend-marsanne-roussanne-south-coast-ramona-valley/,Marsanne-Roussanne,2009,Vesper Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"A hard, tart, tightly wound Cabernet, with juicy berry flavors at the heart of the wine. This needs decanting and/or another couple of years in the bottle, but it's well made and shows some real muscle for a Cabernet at this price.",,21,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Three Rivers 14.5,Red,US,"Huge in flavor, with massive flavors of sweet, ripe raspberries and cherries. Oak barrel aging is evident, giving even richer layers of vanilla and caramel. Delicious and spicy, if a little obvious. Drink now.",Rancho Rincon,40,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Robledo 2008 Rancho Rincon Pinot Noir (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robledo-2008-rancho-rincon-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Robledo 14.2,Red,US,"At first whiff a little high-toned and sharp, this pure, single-vineyard Mourvèdre smoothes out in the mouth. The fruit has young, light flavors of strawberry and raspberry, with a slight suggestion of truffle. Bright acidity hides the influence of the (40%) new oak aging.",McKinley Springs,42,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Robert Ramsay 2008 McKinley Springs Mourvèdre (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-ramsay-2008-mckinley-springs-mourvedre-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Mourvèdre,2008,Robert Ramsay 14.5,Red,South Africa,"A heady and intense red blend composed mostly of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz with touches of Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec, this wine offers a seriously firm structure with gripping tannins and a palate loaded with black plum skin, forest berries, cigar leaf and a hint of rosemary twig. The finish is long and reminiscent of French press coffee; try after 2012.",R M Nicholson,20,88,Stellenbosch,,,Rustenberg 2009 R M Nicholson Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustenberg-2009-r-m-nicholson-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2009,Rustenberg 14.1,Red,US,"Already throwing some sediment, which is perfectly okay so don't be alarmed. The flavors are rich and varied, of blackberries, black currants, cola, orange zest, cedar and exotic spices, and the finish is nice and dry. Could be a bit firmer in texture, though.",Victory Reserve,50,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wellington 2006 Victory Reserve Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2006-victory-reserve-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Wellington 14.4,Red,US,"This is a good, rich, 100% Cabernet for drinking now with fancy meats. It's dry and smooth in tannins, with blackberry, cherry, cassis, Dr. Pepper cola, herb and cedar flavors that finish a little sweet.",Handal-Denier Vineyard,30,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wellington 2006 Handal-Denier Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2006-handal-denier-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Wellington 15.5,Red,Australia,"A drink-now style of Shiraz, with elevated alcohol to provide volume and texture alongside bold mint, cassis and vanilla flavors and plush tannins.",,18,88,Victoria,Bendigo,,Water Wheel 2008 Shiraz (Bendigo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/water-wheel-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-bendigo/,Shiraz,2008,Water Wheel 14,Red,Portugal,"The little brother at Quinta de la Rosa is getting bigger, with its well-crafted fruits, layers of firm spice, sweet tannins and final firm structure. A reflection of the vintage, this is particularly warm and rich, for drinking now.",Dourosa Tinto,,88,Douro,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2009 Dourosa Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2009-dourosa-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta de la Rosa 14,Red,Spain,"Leafy and dry smelling, with exotic lavender and cumin aromas to go with brushy dried berry, pine and smoked meat. Feels good and healthy despite being eight years old, with tobacco, leafy red fruit and earthy, dry flavors. A little stalky, roasted and herbal but very nice. 60% Tempranillo, 25% Cabernet and 15% Merlot.",Single Vineyard Reserva,32,88,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Ochoa 2003 Single Vineyard Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochoa-2003-single-vineyard-reserva-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2003,Ochoa 14.6,Red,US,"Vireo is a Cabernet-Syrah-Merlot blend, made in limited quantities and noticeably riper than the winery's g3 version of the same blend. It's bigger in terms of alcohol and a little riper with raspberry and cherry fruit, but there is a hint of drying bitterness in the tannins. This is a food wine, not a sipping wine.",Vireo,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2007 Vireo Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2007-vireo-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Goose Ridge 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Warm and oaky on the nose, with sawdust, cassis, vanilla and lemon peel aromas. The palate is saturated and kind of dull in feel, with ripe blueberry, blackberry and spice flavors that are chunky and don't evolve on the back palate and finish. A rich Malbec-Cabernet-Merlot blend that registers low on pulse. Drink now.",Centenario,35,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Perdriel 2008 Centenario Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-perdriel-2008-centenario-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2008,Finca Perdriel 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A pungent aromatic brew of stewy plum, burnt rubber, grilled meat and leather leads to a high-acid, spiky palate featuring herbal plum and tangy black currant flavors. Packs punch on the nose and throughout, with aggressiveness at all check points.",Encuentro,35,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Felipe Rutini 2006 Encuentro Malbec-Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felipe-rutini-2006-encuentro-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-mendoza/,Malbec-Merlot,2006,Felipe Rutini 12.5,White,France,"Ripe, fruity wine, pushing at the tropical fruit end of the spectrum. The flavors are creamy, touched by wood, and deliciously ripe. Age for a year.",,18,88,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château le Bonnat 2010 Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-bonnat-2010-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château le Bonnat 12.5,Red,Portugal,"This biodynamic estate produces an amazingly intense red for a Vinho Verde, with some wood character, firm tannins and great black fruits. The only hint of Vinho Verde comes from the bright final acidity.",Afros Tinto,17,88,Vinho Verde,,,Casal Paço Padreiro 2010 Afros Tinto Red (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casal-paco-padreiro-2010-afros-tinto-red-vinho-verde/,Portuguese Red,2010,Casal Paço Padreiro 13,Red,Portugal,"Brilliant red fruits dominate this rich, full-bodied wine. It has a dense, jammy texture, full of ripe sweet fruit. The tannins provide a gentle backbone.",Serradayres Reserva,,88,Alentejano,,,Caves Velhas 2009 Serradayres Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-velhas-2009-serradayres-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Caves Velhas 14,Red,France,"From a large estate on the Premières Côtes de Bordeaux, this wine is powered by wood as much as fruit. However, the perfumed black fruits will develop to give a good balance, the acidity cutting in to give a fresher finish.",,,88,Bordeaux,Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Tanesse 2009 Cadillac Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tanesse-2009-red-cadillac-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Tanesse 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery at first, then it rounds out and settles down to offer blackberry richness and jammy aromas. The palate is soft, lush and cushioned, while blackberry flavors run sweet, toasty and chocolaty. Remains sweet on the finish, with fig and minty spice flavors.",,13,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Alamos ,Red,US,"The Morrison Lane Vineyard—the oldest Syrah planting in Walla Walla—is the source of the fruit. Crisply styled, with pretty raspberry fruit at its core, this well-balanced effort blends in accent notes of spice and barrel toast.",,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Bunchgrass 2008 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bunchgrass-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Bunchgrass ,Red,US,"Solid fruit anchors this value offering. The Cabernet is enhanced with 6% Petit Verdot, creating a fairly tannic wine that is loaded with herbal highlights, along with licorice, clove, vanilla and tobacco.",,15,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Boomtown 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boomtown-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Boomtown 13.5,White,US,"Smelling sweet of candied orange and jasmine, this majority SB with about a quarter Sémillion blended in has pleasing flavors and textures and is crisp, a nice effort from the husband and wife winemaking team at this longstanding Sierra Foothills stalwart.",,12,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Amador Foothill Winery 13,White,Italy,"BlanQ advertises itself as the perfect aperitivo, or cocktail wine, and this billing is right on the money. The bouquet is redolent of summer flowers, melon and peach and there's a nice creaminess here, provoked in part by the Sicilian sunshine.",Terre di Ginestra BlanQ,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Calatrasi 2010 Terre di Ginestra BlanQ White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calatrasi-2010-terre-ginestra-blanq-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2010,Calatrasi 14.5,Red,Australia,"This is the midlevel entry in Yalumba's Shiraz-Viognier range, slotting in above the Y Series but below the Hand Picked. It's a medium-bodied, slightly creamy-textured wine, with prominent green olive and peppercorn nuances to its plummy flavors. It fades a little on the finish, so drink now–2013.",,19,86,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Yalumba 2008 Shiraz-Viognier (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2008-shiraz-syrah-viognier-eden-valley/,Shiraz-Viognier,2008,Yalumba 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Big, thick and herbal on the nose, with initial funk that suggests sweaty leather. The palate feels heavy and extracted, with herbal blueberry and blackberry flavors. Stays leathery and herbal through the finish. A new lower-priced wine from Bodegas Caro.",Aruma,16,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodegas Caro 2010 Aruma Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-caro-2010-aruma-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Bodegas Caro 14.9,Red,US,"Held back for four years, this Pinot still is a little gritty, with some sharp edges. The cherry, cola, oak and bacon flavors have a barnyardy funkiness. Ready now.",,38,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,La Rochelle 2007 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,La Rochelle 12,White,Spain,"Light and basic Macabeo with melon and other sweet, mellow aromas. The palate is a bit flat in feel but otherwise there's nothing wrong. Tastes of light citrus, kiwi and white grapes. Chalky and slightly stony on the finish.",Capa Rota,10,86,Levante,Yecla,,La Purísima 2010 Capa Rota Macabeo (Yecla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/purisima-2010-capa-rota-spanish-white-macabeo-yecla/,Macabeo,2010,La Purísima 13.5,Red,Spain,"Opaque purple to the eye, which portends the wine's dark, meaty, jammy aromas of black fruit and leather. The palate is chewy and syrupy in feel, with massive but basic blackberry, toast and peppery flavors. Big and hot on the finish, with size but suspect balance. 67% Tempranillo and 33% Shiraz.",Tríptico,30,86,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Storks' Tower 2009 Tríptico Tempranillo-Shiraz (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storks-tower-2009-triptico-red-blend-tempranillo-shiraz-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo-Shiraz,2009,Storks' Tower 14.2,Red,US,"A plush, big, oaky California Tempranillo with plum, fig and black cherry in the mix, but also clove, bittersweet chocolate and did we mention, oak? Oy, the oak. Maybe more than it needed. A pruney aftertaste muddles the finish.",,24,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fenestra 2008 Tempranillo (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2008-tempranillo-central-valley-lodi/,Tempranillo,2008,Fenestra 15.2,Red,US,"Everything about this Syrah is fine except the softness. It's dry, rich in tannins and properly flavored, with layered notes of blackberries, cassis, dark chocolate, black pepper and dark chocolate. But it feels lifeless in the mouth, lacking the vivacity a fine Syrah needs.",,28,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,J. Keverson 2008 Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-keverson-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2008,J. Keverson 12.5,Rose,Portugal,"Producer of one of the first rosé Vinho Verde, Casa do Valle continues to make one of the best. Full of delicious strawberry flavors with great acidity, deliciously fruity.",,10,85,Vinho Verde,,,Casa do Valle 2010 Rosé (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-do-valle-2010-rose-vinho-verde/,Rosé,2010,Casa do Valle 14.7,Red,US,"Hot, spicy and sweet in blackberries, cherries and raspberries, like a fruit reduction sauce. The tannins are tough. Cries out for barbecue.",Carver Sutro Palisades Vineyard,40,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rock Wall 2009 Carver Sutro Palisades Vineyard Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2009-carver-sutro-palisades-vineyard-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,Rock Wall 14.5,White,US,"A ponderous Chardonnay, marked by excessive new oak flavors and the heavy hand of the winemaker. Shows pineapple, pear and tangerine flavors, but the barrel and malolactic additions soften and sweeten them.",Skyland Vineyard,30,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Cinnabar 2008 Skyland Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2008-skyland-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2008,Cinnabar 12.5,White,France,"Soft, open wine, with some attractive perfumed character as well as light acidity. It is somewhat unfocused, missing structure. Screwcap.",,13,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Suau 2010 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2010-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Suau 12.5,White,US,"Soft and a little sweet in sugar and honey, yet shows Gewürz's spices, with abundantly ripe tropical fruit, citrus, vanilla and honeysuckle flavors.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Courtney Benham 2010 Gewürztraminer (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2010-gewurztraminer-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Courtney Benham 13.5,Red,US,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Zinfandel offers lots to like at the price. It's soft, rich and finely tannic, with savory berry and spice flavors that straddle the border between dry and sweet.",Vintner's Reserve Summation,14,85,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2008 Vintner's Reserve Summation Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2008-vintners-reserve-summation-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Kendall-Jackson 13.9,Red,Australia,"A medium-bodied Shiraz suited to everyday drinking, with cherry-berry fruit accented by hints of leather and smoke. It's a fresh, easy quaff to match with burgers or pizza.",Reserve,8,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Gosford 2009 Reserve Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosford-2009-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2009,Gosford 14.9,Red,US,"A little unripe, with some green, vegetal flavors. But it's dry, and shows enough cherry and oak richness to satisfy. The mouthfeel is nice and silky.",,42,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Rochelle 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,La Rochelle 15.7,Red,US,This estate-grown inland Mendocino Zin has an inviting spiciness and is plenty briary with a full body of flavor but its high-alcohol level masks any other nuances.,Estate,23,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Nelson Family Vineyards 2007 Estate Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nelson-family-2007-estate-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2007,Nelson Family Vineyards 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Jammy and reduced on the nose, with medicinal red berry and plum aromas. The palate is high in acidity, with a mix of herbal berry, roasted plum and leathery, earthy flavors. Sheer on the finish, where the acidity and tannic bite are forceful.",,16,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Toneles del Sur 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toneles-sur-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Toneles del Sur 14.5,Red,US,"A good everyday wine, tannic and dry, with flavors of herbs, ripe berries and currants, and savory spices. The seven-variety blend starts with Merlot and ends with Petite Sirah.",Erik's the Red,15,85,California,California Other,California,Toad Hollow 2009 Erik's the Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hollow-2009-eriks-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Toad Hollow 13.5,Red,Australia,"Bright berry fruit is jammy and simply fruity, but clean and soft. Drink this medium-bodied, supple Shiraz over the next year or so.",,10,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 2009 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2009,Oxford Landing 14.6,Red,US,"Similar to Pinot Noir in the light, silky texture, easy tannins and cherry flavors. A good, dry wine, but rustic, and a little unbalanced in ripeness levels.",,40,85,California,Napa,Calistoga,Madrigal 2009 Tempranillo (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrigal-2009-tempranillo-napa-calistoga/,Tempranillo,2009,Madrigal 13.5,Red,US,"This was a cool, acidic vintage, and this has a fairly strong herbal streak, along with broad flavors of vanilla and tobacco. The Cabernet fruit falls a bit short of fully ripe, and the oak treatment does not completely mask the bitterness.",Traditions,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Milbrandt 2008 Traditions Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milbrandt-2008-traditions-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Milbrandt 13.5,White,US,"Rather aggressive in green hay aromas and flavors that are acidic and suggest ammonia, with richer notes of lemons, limes and grapefruits. The wine is bone dry. If you like that New Zealand gooseberry thing on steroids, it's for you.",Juliana Vineyards,26,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2010 Juliana Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2010-juliana-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Merryvale 13.5,White,South Africa,"This Sauv Blanc could use a bit more lift to the lightweight but round mouth, but overall it's clean and easy-drinking with notes of lime pith, gooseberry and dried grass notes. Drink now.",,11,85,Durbanville,,,Durbanville Hills 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Durbanville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durbanville-hills-2010-sauvignon-blanc-durbanville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Durbanville Hills 14.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet blend includes about 20% Syrah in the mix, which perhaps contributes to a lack of varietal character. It seems to be in a dumb phase, with no specific aromas and nondescript fruit. The finish turns acidic and chalky.",,38,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Elsom 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elsom-cellars-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Elsom 14,Red,France,"Ripe, fruity wine, it has sweet tannins, blackberry fruit, laced with acidity. The wine is all fruit, with only the lightest hint of wood.",,15,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Roc Meynard 2009 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roc-meynard-2009-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Roc Meynard 14.5,Red,US,"This is a Cabernet to drink now for its soft, enjoyable flavors of blackberry and cherry pie. It tastes sweet but finishes nicely dry, with a scour of tannins.",,25,85,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Chateau Chevalier 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chevalier-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Chateau Chevalier 13,Red,France,"An austere, tannic wine that will need a few years to develop. It has solid tannins that are layered over the fresh berry and currant fruits. A smoky hint gives the wine extra character.",Cuvée Géraldine,,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Lagrave Paran 2008 Cuvée Géraldine (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrave-paran-2008-cuvee-geraldine-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lagrave Paran 12.5,White,Italy,"This bright white wine opens with a touch of crushed mint or basil followed by fruity tones of peach, citrus and peach. It's an easy, compact wine that would wash down well with steamed mussels or baked clams.",,12,85,Central Italy,Marche,,Capestrano 2008 Passerina (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capestrano-2008-italian-white-passerina-marche/,Passerina,2008,Capestrano 15.6,Red,US,"A big and intense Zin with a pucker that holds on, this Livermore red is heavy and a bit dull aromatically, opening up to show spice, black fruit and cedar but overall it finishes short.",Reserve,33,85,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Cedar Mountain 2009 Reserve Zinfandel (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedar-mountain-2009-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Cedar Mountain 14,Red,Spain,"Starts out round and red fruited before turning more herbal and raw with air. The palate is thick and rugged, with green-inflected strawberry and raspberry flavors. Quick, minty tasting and gritty on the finish.",,10,85,Central Spain,Almansa,,Castillo de Almansa 2009 Monastrell (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-almansa-2009-mourvedre-monastrell-almansa/,Monastrell,2009,Castillo de Almansa 13.3,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and jammy on the nose, then clampy and grabby on the palate, with woody, tight-grained flavors of pepper and clove. Turns more narrow and even more clove-dominated on the finish. Has its merits and good structure, but the fruit is blanketed by forceful clove and hickory flavors.",,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argana 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argana-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Argana 14.8,Red,US,"The acidity on this dry, fruity Cabernet tastes strong and unnatural. It sticks out like a sore thumb, making the blackberry pie flavors overly tart.",Signature Selection,18,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2008 Signature Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2008-signature-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bianchi 13,White,Argentina,"Muddled apple and spice aromas are o.k. and improve with familiarity. The palate runs narrow and tight, with sharp acidity and stalky flavors of lemon, green apple and lime. Finishes fresh and cutting, with controlled pithiness. 70% Chardonnay and 30% SB.",Clara Benegas,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Benegas 2010 Clara Benegas Chardonnay-Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benegas-2010-clara-white-blend-chardonnay-sauvignon-mendoza/,Chardonnay-Sauvignon,2010,Benegas 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Soft, fruity wine, a perfect foil for grilled meats with its light tannin structure. Ripe and very fruity, generous and juicy.",Loios Tinto,10,85,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2010 Loios Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2010-loios-tinto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,J. Portugal Ramos 14.9,White,US,"Oak stands out on this Chardonnay, offering buttered toast and vanilla flavors. The wine underneath is a little thin in fruit, but it has nice Monterey acidity.",October Night,25,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2009 October Night Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2009-october-night-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2009,J. Lohr 13.5,Red,Australia,"A sweetly ripe amalgam of cassis, vanilla and cedar, this medium-bodied Cabernet is pleasant enough, if a little lacking in distinctiveness. It turns faintly dusty on the finish, making it suited to pair with burgers or steak.",Reserve,12,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yellow Tail 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Yellow Tail 13.7,Red,US,"This five grape Bordeaux-style blend has a sharp, spicy aroma, a strong suggestion of clove. The fruit is quite light and tastes of strawberries, but quickly is overtaken by the tannins and the barrel flavors. Drink soon.",Estate Mélange Rouge,29,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Wilridge 2009 Estate Mélange Rouge Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-2009-estate-melange-rouge-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Wilridge 12.5,Red,France,"Structured and fruity, this has black currant flavors, dry tannins and a definite wood-aged feel. It is elegant, not powerful, opening slowly to reveal its fine fruit and acidity.",,20,85,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Landat 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-landat-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Landat 13.5,Red,Spain,"Smells like hickory-smoked barbecue with earthy berry and dill. The palate is rubbery in feel, with drying tannins and savory tasting red fruit flavors that are a touch resiny. Spice and berry notes work the finish.",Señorío del Águila Crianza,14,85,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Bodegas Virgen del Águila 2009 Señorío del Águila Crianza Red (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-virgen-aguila-2009-senorio-crianza-red-carinena/,Red Blend,2009,Bodegas Virgen del Águila 9,White,Portugal,"The lightest feeling wine, attractive in its acidity, its slight sweetness and its creamed apple flavor. A perfect summer apéritif.",,10,85,Vinho Verde,,,Broadbent 2010 White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broadbent-2010-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Broadbent 13.5,White,Italy,"This light and simple expression of Pinot Bianco (a grape capable of producing very sophisticated wines) opens with sweet candy aromas, soda or lemon drop. It offers a clean, crisp aftertaste and a streamlined style.",,19,85,,Alto Adige,,Peter Zemmer 2010 Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-zemmer-2010-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2010,Peter Zemmer 14.1,Rose,US,"Pretty dark, almost plum-like in color, this is a blend of 76% Grenache and 25% Syrah from an estate-grown vineyard in the Foothills. Lots of watermelon in aroma and flavor, the wine finishes slightly sweet, reminiscent of a Shirley Temple.",Estate,20,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Naggiar 2010 Estate Rosé (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naggiar-2010-estate-rose-sierra-foothills/,Rosé,2010,Naggiar 14.5,White,US,"Like tasting toothpicks. New oak accounts for just 40% of the aging, yet dominates with caramel, vanilla and buttered toast. Somewhere below are pineapple, pear, lime and honey flavors. Will appeal to Chardophiles who enjoy this New World style.",Estate Reserve,26,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2009 Estate Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2009-estate-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Artesa 13.5,Rose,Portugal,"Fine acidity on this crisp, raspberry-flavored wine. With an extra year aging it demands to be drunk, offering a pleasurable food-friendly style.",,25,85,Tejo,,,Fiuza 2009 Rosé (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiuza-2009-rose-tejo/,Rosé,2009,Fiuza 13.9,Red,Australia,"More austere and lighter in weight than other Australian Cabernets in this price range, perhaps reflecting its coolish Coonawarra origins. Herb and cherry notes finish dusty and crisp. Might surprise in a year or two.",Reserve,13,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Jacob's Creek 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Jacob's Creek 16.2,Red,US,"The alcohol on this wine is 16.2%, so high that it makes the wine taste as sweet as Port. There may even be residual sugar, giving it the taste of blackberry jam and chocolate.",Thurow Vineyard,30,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,J. Keverson 2008 Thurow Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-keverson-2008-thurow-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,J. Keverson 15.2,Red,US,"Yeasty at first, this Lodi Zin from Napa's Cosentino Winery is dense and on the clove and ultraripe blackberry side of the Zin spectrum, decently simple in its intensity.",The Zin,22,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,M. Cosentino 2008 The Zin Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2008-zin-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,M. Cosentino 14,White,Argentina,"A resiny, oily nose is barrel heavy and a strong clue of what's to come. The palate has a thick, syrupy feel and sweet, almost sugary flavors of pear and melon. By the time it's wrapping up, the wine veers towards cloying. Has its virtues but it's entirely too sweet in this critic's opinion.",G Lot,32,85,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Luca 2009 G Lot Chardonnay (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luca-2009-g-lot-chardonnay-tupungato/,Chardonnay,2009,Luca 12.5,Red,US,"Most of the grapes come from the southern Central Valley, and they give ripe Chardonnay flavors of pineapples and pears. Oak, in whatever form it was applied, dominates with vanilla, buttered toast and caramel notes. If you like a little sweetness, it's for you.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Round Hill 2010 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-hill-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Round Hill 14,Red,Argentina,"Generic red berry aromas show a stalky element as well. The palate is juicy and acidic, with a pointed quality that makes the feel a little hard. Flavors of standard red berry are sweet but undistinguished. Good but regular.",8 mo in 70% Fr and 30% US oak,18,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tempus Alba 2009 8 mo in 70% Fr and 30% US oak Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tempus-alba-2009-8-mo-in-70-fr-30-us-oak-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Tempus Alba 15,Red,Australia,"An easy-to-drink, burger and pizza sort of Shiraz, with slightly uneven notes of ripe and raisined fruit and soft acids and tannins.",Strong Arms,10,85,South Australia,South Australia,,R Wines 2008 Strong Arms Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-wines-2008-strong-arms-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2008,R Wines 14.5,Red,US,"Loaded with raspberry, cherry, cola, raisin and spice flavors, this Zinfandel is useful for pairing with barbecue. A nice Reuben sandwich will also star. The wine is rustically likeable.",Estate,18,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2009 Estate Zinfandel (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2009-estate-zinfandel-central-coast/,Zinfandel,2009,Clos La Chance 15.6,White,US,"The wine is unoaked, but tastes strangely strong in vanilla and buttered toast. Whatever the aging regime, it's jammy in apricots, tangerines and mangoes that finish sweet and hot.",Cohen Vineyard,22,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2009 Cohen Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2009-cohen-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Dutton Estate 12.5,Rose,US,"A good deal for a dry rosé that's almost red like a light Pinot Noir. Very low in alcohol at 12.5%, it's light throughout with layers of peach and grenadine.",2 Jakes,10,85,California,California Other,California,Diamond Ridge Vineyards NV 2 Jakes Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-ridge-vineyards-nv-2-jakes-rose-other/,Rosé,,Diamond Ridge Vineyards 13.7,Red,US,"A Livermore Valley sourcing a Portuguese red grape variety from a Lodi vineyard. Does it work? The wine's dark purple yet subdued at first in flavor, opening slightly into tones of blueberry, raspberry and sour cherry, a smidgen of spice on the finish. Worth trying.",Silvaspoons Vineyard,18,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fenestra 2007 Silvaspoons Vineyard Alvarelhão (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2007-silvaspoons-vineyard-portuguese-red-alvarelhao-central-valley-lodi/,Alvarelhão,2007,Fenestra 13,White,Argentina,"After a slightly murky start the nose settles on basic apple and sweet oak. The palate is full, with citrusy acidity and chunky flavors of melon and orange. Maintains focus on the finish, with lychee and lime flavors pushing it towards tropical. Drink now.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Espiritu de Argentina 2010 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espiritu-argentina-2010-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Espiritu de Argentina 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Hard, roasted and rubbery aromas suggest compost and autumn leaves. The palate is tight and layered, but tannic, with black fruit flavors, heavy spice notes and herbal leanings. Finishes with leafy notes, licorice and bitterness.",,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zorzal 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zorzal-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Zorzal 14,Red,Portugal,"Earthy wine that has rich, chewy fruit, its tannins a serious element. There is weight as well, the wine ripe, full, with juicy plum flavors.",Pactus,13,85,Lisboa,,,Quinta do Carneiro 2008 Pactus Touriga Nacional (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-carneiro-2008-pactus-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-lisboa/,Touriga Nacional,2008,Quinta do Carneiro 14.5,Red,US,"Almost black in color, this is a blend of 85% Petite Sirah, 15% Petit Verdot with a pronounced smell and taste of smoked bacon, even smoked gouda, a huge-in-the-mouth wine that's got nothing petite (or petit) about it. Its lingering tannic smokiness begs for barbecue, smoked trout or such. The label is awesome.",Petite Petit,18,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Michael David 2009 Petite Petit Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-david-2009-petite-petit-red-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,2009,Michael David 12.5,White,Portugal,"All white fruit, lemon and grapefruit, soft and with a hint of softness. It's a fine apéritif wine, right up front and friendly. Screwcap.",What's for Dinner? Branco,8,85,Tejo,,,Quinta da Alorna 2009 What's for Dinner? Branco White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2009-whats-for-dinner-branco-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta da Alorna 13.5,White,Spain,"Forward on the nose, with standard apple and white peach aromas. The palate is a bit clipped and short, with green-leaning flavors of scallion matched with grapefruit. Finishes citrusy.",,10,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo Serantellos 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-serantellos-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Pazo Serantellos 14.5,Red,US,"This is a soft, hot Merlot. It has ripe flavors of cherries, red currants, red licorice, cocoa and pepper, and finishes dry.",,28,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pomar Junction 2007 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomar-junction-2007-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2007,Pomar Junction 13,White,US,"Drink this dryish wine with almost anything that calls for a light-bodied, crisp white, and don't worry about it. It has savory citrus flavors, with a pleasant hint of vanilla honey.",Selected Vineyards,10,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2010 Selected Vineyards Pinot Grigio (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2010-selected-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Concannon 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Roasted and brambly on the nose, with lemon, burnt notes and spice more than bold berry fruit. The palate has a tight, rubbery feel and flavors of hickory, clove and mild red berry. A decent but standard and slightly oaky Malbec.",,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Coiron 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coiron-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Coiron 14,Red,South Africa,"There's an attractive raspberry leaf aroma to the bouquet of this wine, supported with scents of juicy plum and crushed carnation. The mouth is medium weight with light tannins and a softly peppered finish.",,10,85,Western Cape,,,Indaba 2010 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indaba-2010-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2010,Indaba 13.5,White,South Africa,"Sweet orange and ripe melon notes fill the nose and plump mouth, while additional accents of apple skin and soft toast carry through to the clean finish. Drink now.",,10,85,Western Cape,,,Indaba 2010 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indaba-2010-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2010,Indaba 13,White,Italy,"Easy and informal, this is exactly the style of wine you'll want to pour with family and friends at, say, an outdoor picnic or barbecue. Packaged in a screwcap bottle, the wine offers aromas of melon, citrus and pear.",,,85,,Delle Venezie,,Esperto 2009 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esperto-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Esperto 13,Red,Spain,"Confected on the nose, with red licorice candy and red apple skins. It's forward and juicy in the mouth, but a little cloying if not served really cold. Tastes of candied berry and watermelon; good in a regular way.",Garnacha Rosado,12,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Marco Real 2010 Garnacha Rosado Rosé (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-real-2010-garnacha-rosado-rose-navarra/,Rosé,2010,Marco Real ,White,US,"Off-dry and direct in citrus, apricot, green apple and honey flavors, this easy-drinking wine is refreshed with crisp acidity. Good now as a cocktail sipper.",,18,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Luna 2009 Pinot Grigio (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Luna 14.6,Red,US,"With the light body of Pinot Noir, this rustic wine shows the cherry flavors and high acidity associated with Sangiovese. It's dry and tannic.",Bootjack Ranch,24,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Niner 2008 Bootjack Ranch Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niner-2008-bootjack-ranch-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sangiovese,2008,Niner 12,White,Italy,"The equivalent of four bottles of wine, this well-priced boxed white blend of Garganega and Pinot Grigio opens with fragrant aromas of white flowers, stone fruit and honeysuckle. The wine is fresh, easy and crisp on the close.",Garganega and Pinot Grigio 3 liter BIB,20,85,,Venezie,,Duca del Frassino 2010 Garganega and Pinot Grigio 3 liter BIB White (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-frassino-2010-garganega-pinot-grigio-3-liter-bib-white-venezie/,White Blend,2010,Duca del Frassino 12.5,Red,US,"A grippy, ink-staining, concentrated Charbono from the Santa Clara Valley, made from 90% estate-grown Charbono (the vineyard is in San Martin) and 10% Syrah. Two years spent in French oak might explain its minty, cedar highlights, rounded out by black cherry and plum.",,34,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara Valley,Fortino 2007 Charbono (Santa Clara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortino-2007-italian-red-charbono-central-coast-santa-clara-valley/,Charbono,2007,Fortino 12.5,White,Portugal,"Full honey- and melon-flavored wine, with a soft-textured character. It is full of ripe red apples, well made, if internationally anonymous.",Point West,9,85,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 Point West White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-point-west-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2010,DFJ Vinhos 11,White,Portugal,"Attractive, just off-dry wine, very fresh, packed with apples, tangy citrus and a lively prickle on the tongue.",Adamado,10,85,Vinho Verde,,,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Lima 2010 Adamado White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-ponte-lima-2010-adamado-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Lima 13,Red,Portugal,"Juicy, fruity wine, all red berries and freshness. The wine feels warm, just right for a hot dish on a cold day. The acidty gives some shape without losing the ripeness.",Xairel Tinto,6,85,Tejo,,,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 2009 Xairel Tinto Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-cartaxo-2009-xairel-tinto-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 12,White,Italy,"A luminous blend of Garganega (80%) and Pinot Grigio, this easy-drinking Italian white would pair with tuna salad or sushi. Floral fragrances are enhanced by a steady, but compact mouthfeel.",,10,85,,Delle Venezie,,Antica Corte 2010 White (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-corte-2010-white-delle-venezie/,White Blend,2010,Antica Corte 14.5,Red,Australia,"Spicy and herbal upfront, with cassis fruit that seems just a little dried out, giving way to molasses and brown sugar. It's a medium-bodied Cabernet with slightly drying tannins and a coarse-textured finish.",Vineyard Select,19,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Angove's 2007 Vineyard Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2007-vineyard-select-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Angove's 14.5,Red,US,"Paul Dolan has been making some great wines from his patch of biodynamic Mendocino farmland but this Zin didn't deliver the wealth of flavors many of his others have, muted aromatically and the tannins a touch stewy. Best with boldly flavored foods around the barbecue or campfire.",,25,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Paul Dolan 2009 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-dolan-2009-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Paul Dolan 14.5,Red,US,"A good and useful red blend, a little green in peppermint, but spicy and dry, with berry and cola flavors. Just fine for a full-bodied house wine.",Rockus Bockus,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Blue Nomad 2008 Rockus Bockus Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-nomad-2008-rockus-bockus-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2008,Blue Nomad 13,Rose,Portugal,"A just off-dry rosé with great fresh fruit, attractive red currants and vanilla flavor. This is bright, clean, delicious as a food rosé. Screwcap.",JP,9,85,Setubal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2010 JP Rosé (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2010-jp-rose-setubal/,Rosé,2010,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 13.5,Red,Australia,"This medium-bodied blend of four varieties (Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache and Mataro) features supremely soft tannins, balanced by crisp acids, while the flavors are a slightly resiny or medicinal—but not unpleasant—blend of mint, cedar, smoke and cherry. Drink now.",Masterpeace Red Blend,10,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Andrew Peace 2009 Masterpeace Red Blend Red (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-peace-2009-masterpeace-red-blend-south-eastern/,Red Blend,2009,Andrew Peace 13.5,Red,France,"On the austere side, this shows more tannin than fruit, based around a dry core that has spread through the wine. There is some black plum skin and black currant fruit, but it is hard to find.",,25,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Moulin de Canhaut 2008 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-canhaut-2008-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Moulin de Canhaut 13.5,Red,Portugal,"An attractive, bright, red-fruited wine, laced with intense acidity and a layer of tannins. The wine has great texture and some sweetness. A very drinkable red.",Lello Tinto,9,85,Douro,,,Borges 2009 Lello Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2009-lello-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Borges 13.4,Red,US,"Strawberries are the core of the fruit here, with plenty of acidity behind. The wine thins out quickly in the midpalate, and finishes high-toned and lightly fruity.",Estate,19,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Wilridge 2009 Estate Barbera (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-2009-estate-barbera-columbia-valley-wa/,Barbera,2009,Wilridge 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Opens with rubbery, gaseous aromas that morph into latex and finally briary berry. The palate has a highly regular, tannic feel along with minty, generic flavors of berry and herbs. Basil and spice notes show up on the mildly green finish. Contains 15% Malbec and Syrah.",Reserva,12,85,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Finca El Origen 2010 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-origen-2010-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-uco-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Finca El Origen 13.7,White,US,"A simple, five-grape blend. Perfectly sound sipping white, clean and short.",g3,14,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 2009 g3 White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-2009-g3-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2009,Goose Ridge 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Berry aromas are clean and forward, with just a spot of resin and vanilla. The palate is snappy and crisp, with cherry and plum acidity framing dry, tangy, lightly herbal flavors of raspberry and red plum. Light and zesty on the semisharp finish.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gouguenheim Winery 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gouguenheim-winery-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Gouguenheim Winery 15,Red,US,"There are people out there who will love this big, blustery Cab, with its powerful fruit and oak, its bacon fat reminiscent of other high-octane reds under the Earthquake label. And there are those who will not like this wine at all, the alcohol all that will register and remain. This wine does not tread lightly.",,26,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Earthquake 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/earthquake-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Earthquake 13.5,White,South Africa,"Straightforward and easy with approachable aromas of ripe pear and fresh melon. Though light on intensity, it's balanced and well-made with an overall crowd-pleasing style. Drink now.",,11,85,Western Cape,,,Fairvalley 2010 Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairvalley-2010-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Fairvalley 13,Red,Argentina,"Basic sweet berry aromas come across like fruit punch. The palate has a standard, solid mouthfeel and generic berry flavors. A little bit medicinal on the finish, and overall it's your regular everyday red wine with not much varietal character. 50% each Sangiovese and Bonarda.",Sangiovese-Bonarda,9,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Notro 2010 Sangiovese-Bonarda Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notro-2010-sangiovese-bonarda-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2010,Notro 14.6,White,US,"Strong and punchy in orange, pineapple, peach, apricot and green apple flavors, this unoaked wine has a honeyed sweetness that makes it taste like fruit punch.",Kylie's Cuvée Dutton Ranch,20,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2009 Kylie's Cuvée Dutton Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2009-kylies-cuvee-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Dutton Estate 12,White,Portugal,"Rounded, soft creamy wine, attractively fruity with yellow fruits and bright acidity. It's easy, the freshness naturally integrated with the soft fruit. Screwcap.",Coreto Branco,6,85,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 Coreto Branco White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-coreto-branco-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2010,DFJ Vinhos 12,Rose,France,"For a Bordeaux rosé, this is fresh and delicious in a light, fruity style, and immediately appealing. Not for aging, of course, but with a good touch of acidity as well as vanilla. Screwcap.",,13,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Château Suau 2010 Rosé (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2010-rose-rose/,Rosé,2010,Château Suau ,Red,Portugal,"Fruity red berry-flavored wine, with attractive light tannins, plenty of acidity and an earthy edge. There's a touch of pepper, the finish showing fine acidity.",Cortello Tinto,,85,Lisboa,,,Dão Sul 2009 Cortello Tinto Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2009-cortello-tinto-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2009,Dão Sul 14,Red,Australia,"This wine is a bit austere and tough to warm up to, with dry, leafy overtones encircling tangy cassis fruit like a cigar wrapper. Firm and crisp on the finish; try it in another year or two—it might improve with short-term cellaring.",,19,85,Victoria,Nagambie Lakes,,Tahbilk 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Nagambie Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-nagambie-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tahbilk 13,Red,Spain,"Normal berry and cherry aromas are composed and lead to a narrow, tight palate with medicinal plum and berry flavors. Bounces along nicely to the finish, which is short and regular in feel. This is all fruit and cheer; no oak and not complicated.",,11,85,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Sierra de Viento 2009 Tempranillo (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-viento-2009-tempranillo-carinena/,Tempranillo,2009,Sierra de Viento 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smoky and rubbery upon opening, with woodspice settling in as the dominant aroma. Tight and jagged in the mouth, with minty, toasty flavors of black fruits and pepper. Turns more tannic, drying and woody with time.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tilia 2010 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tilia-2010-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2010,Tilia 14.5,Red,US,"Give this wine more structure, and the score would soar. It's dry and smooth, with classic blackberry, black currant and cedar flavors that finish long and spicy. But it's so soft, it feels like it melted in the mouth. Ready now.",,27,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Starmont 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starmont-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Starmont 14,Red,Spain,"Dry on the nose, with balsam shavings, pepper and secondary red fruit aromas. The palate has a choppy, fairly hollow feel and then short flavors of plum and berry. Spice and mint notes work the finish, which is mellow. Overall this is standardfare RDD.",,32,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Splendore 2007 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/splendore-2007-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Splendore 13.03,White,US,"Light, bright and balanced, this inexpensive Chardonnay is not complex and could use a little oomph in there somewhere, but has enough apple and pear flavor to get you through.",Mery nel Cielo,13,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sharabella Wines 2009 Mery nel Cielo Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sharabella-wines-2009-mery-nel-cielo-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2009,Sharabella Wines 12.5,Sparkling,Australia,"A fruit-driven style of sparkling wine, with apple and citrus notes only slightly touched by yeastiness. It's a bit coarse in texture, but soft and cuddly on the finish, making it easy to back for another sip.",Sparkling Cuvée,17,85,South Australia,Padthaway,,Jip Jip Rocks NV Sparkling Cuvée Sparkling (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jip-jip-rocks-nv-sparkling-cuvee-padthaway/,Sparkling Blend,,Jip Jip Rocks 14.5,Red,US,"Even nearing six years of age, this Merlot remains tannic, although the cherry and blackberry fruit is starting to dry out. There's a curious sweetness at its core. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",,49,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jeff Gordon 2005 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeff-gordon-2005-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2005,Jeff Gordon 14.5,Red,US,"This Syrah and Grenache blend is soft and easy to drink now, offering raspberry and cherry jam flavors with a hit of sweet, smoky oak.",BEEspoke,38,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Jorian Hill 2008 BEEspoke Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorian-hill-2008-beespoke-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Jorian Hill 13.5,Red,US,"Rustic with softened tannins, this Charbono, a rare sight in California where fewer than 100 acres are planted, is inky and mellow, its acidity a good match for a range of goopy, Italian-inspired foods.",,25,85,California,North Coast,Suisun Valley,Three Rights Left 2008 Charbono (Suisun Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rights-left-2008-italian-red-charbono-north-coast-suisun-valley/,Charbono,2008,Three Rights Left 13.5,Red,Spain,"Spice and dark fruit aromas settle fairly well. It's light to medium across the palate, with zesty acidity and standard flavors of black cherry, plum and pepper. Crisp and clean on the finish, confirming its basic but juicy disposition.",Bikandi Crianza,15,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Olabarri 2008 Bikandi Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-olabarri-2008-bikandi-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Viña Olabarri 14,Red,Argentina,"One of the harder, more tannic wines from Argentina you'll come across. The nose has leafy, menthol aromas that are raisiny and rooty. The palate is like nails it's so tannic, while the flavors of cassis, prune and bitter chocolate are deep and good. Super tannic stuff.",,17,85,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Ricominciare 2009 Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricominciare-2009-red-blend-cabernet-franc-cabernet-sauvignon-uco-valley/,Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Ricominciare ,Red,US,"Pretty blueberry fruit highlights this clean, fresh, forward wine with genuine fruit character. Any rough edges have been softened by aging in neutral oak.",,,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Rainier Ridge 2009 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainier-ridge-2009-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Rainier Ridge 13.9,Red,US,"Rich and forward in blackberry, cherry and currant flavors, with an overripe note that veers into raisins, this Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend is dry and tannic. It's ready to drink now.",Winemaker's Reserve,48,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Suncé Vineyard & Winery 2008 Winemaker's Reserve Meritage (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunce-vineyard-winery-2008-winemakers-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-county/,Meritage,2008,Suncé Vineyard & Winery 13.9,Red,US,"Too sweet and sharp for balance, with an acetic bite to the rich raspberry, cherry, cola, cocoa and spice flavors. The blend is Merlot, Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon.",Les Trois Amis,65,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Suncé Vineyard & Winery 2008 Les Trois Amis Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunce-vineyard-winery-2008-trois-amis-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2008,Suncé Vineyard & Winery 14.5,Red,US,"This Cab is minty and leathery, with overwhelming vanilla-y tannins at first—maybe from the time spent in all new American oak—that mellow with opening, giving it a soft mouthfeel.",,17,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Cache Creek Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cache-creek-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cache Creek Vineyards 14.1,Red,US,"A soft, round Cabernet that's got leather, cedar and sage going on as well as heavy tannins and oak. Made from 100% organic grapes grown in Lake County, the wine reveals itself best after a bit of air.",Horne Ranch,29,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Beaver Creek 2009 Horne Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaver-creek-2009-horne-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Beaver Creek 14.2,White,US,"A perfectly simple, stainless-steel fermented Lake County SB with tangy lemon and lime notes, subtle at first. The finish falls off fast.",,12,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Stephen Vincent 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-vincent-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Stephen Vincent 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Soft, fruity wine, with an earthy character. The wine has acidity and red fruits with a final fresh burst of ripeness. Not for aging, drink now.",Crasto,20,85,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 2008 Crasto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-do-crasto-2008-crasto-red-douro-134899/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Crasto 13.5,Rose,Portugal,"Soft, ripe-fruited wine, with strawberry flavors. It's soft, warm tasting, the fruit full-bodied.",,20,85,Douro,,,Quinta da Sequeira 2010 Rosé (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-sequeira-2010-rose-douro/,Rosé,2010,Quinta da Sequeira 14.2,Red,US,"Here's a soft, rather one-dimensional Pinot Noir for drinking now. Nothing terribly complicated going on, just a good, sound dry wine with pleasant berry, spice and oak flavors.",Red Label,30,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Roessler 2009 Red Label Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2009-red-label-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Roessler 14.8,Red,US,"A somewhat rustic wine, edgy in tannins and not quite ripe yet jammy at the same time, with olive, herb, blackberry and oak flavors. The spices are the nicest part.",Westphall Ridge Vineyard Rockpile Road,35,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rock Wall 2009 Westphall Ridge Vineyard Rockpile Road Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2009-westphall-ridge-vineyard-rockpile-road-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Rock Wall ,White,Portugal,"Classic, crispy white berry- and lime-flavored wine. It is pierced with acidity, just touched by some softness. For great summer drinking.",,13,85,Vinho Verde,,,Solar de Pinheiro 2010 White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solar-pinheiro-2010-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Solar de Pinheiro 13.9,Red,US,"Dark like a cave in color, this big red blend consists of Zinfandel, Malbec, Petit Verdot and Merlot, all sourced from vineyards in Lodi and Clarksburg. Oaky and tannic, not overdone alcohol-wise, the cherry flavors are just right for the backyard barbecue or other casual meat-eating gathering.",Red blend,10,85,California,California Other,California,un4seen 2009 Red blend Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/un4seen-2009-red-blend-other/,Red Blend,2009,un4seen 12.5,White,Spain,"An unusual blend of Viura, Chardonnay and Moscatel with unusual aromas of mustard seed, gardenia and oily lemon extract. The palate is chunky and round, with soft, floral green fruit flavors. Mellow and smooth, with somewhat low acidity on the finish.",,14,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Ochoa 2010 Viura-Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochoa-2010-white-blend-viura-chardonnay-navarra/,Viura-Chardonnay,2010,Ochoa 12.5,White,Portugal,"Attractive, softly fruity wine, with some citrus character as well as pear and apple juice. It is crisp, fresh, ready to drink. Winebow.",Loios Branco,10,85,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2010 Loios Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2010-loios-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2010,J. Portugal Ramos 13.5,White,South Africa,"Fresh grass, green plum and lime rind notes characterize this easygoing white. There's a lifting prickly sensation to the palate followed by a short but cleansing finish.",Bergkelder Selection,10,85,Western Cape,,,Fleur Du Cap 2010 Bergkelder Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2010-bergkelder-selection-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Fleur Du Cap 14,Red,South Africa,"There's a sweet ripeness to the strawberry and raspberry fruit flavors in this wine, with a touch of chocolaty richness developing in the mouth. Easy drinking with soft tannins and a clean finish; enjoy now.",,11,85,Coastal Region,,,Fairvalley 2009 Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairvalley-2009-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2009,Fairvalley 13.5,Red,France,"Dense tannins and a solid, chunky character suggest a wine with richness. The black fruits are concentrated, with juiciness coming through over time. It has the ripe power of the 2009 vintage.",,18,85,Bordeaux,Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château des Demoiselles 2009 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-demoiselles-2009-red-castillon-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château des Demoiselles 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A touch stemmy and cooked smelling, with Cafayate's patented herbal notes. The palate has a regular feel and briary, herbal flavors of pepper, tobacco and red berry fruit. Spicy and warm on the finish, but good in a competent way.",Viña Cornejo Costas High Altitude Vineyards,10,85,Other,Cafayate,,Don Rodolfo 2010 Viña Cornejo Costas High Altitude Vineyards Pinot Noir (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-rodolfo-2010-vina-cornejo-costas-high-altitude-pinot-noir-cafayate/,Pinot Noir,2010,Don Rodolfo 14,Dessert,France,"Billed as a dessert wine, this is in fact more of an apéritif wine, with its botrytis sweetness muted by a soft, open character. It has ripe apricot flavors, hints of honey and a tang of orange peel.",500 ml,31,85,Bordeaux,Cadillac,,Château Suau 2009 500 ml (Cadillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2009-500-ml-white-cadillac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Suau 13,White,US,"A fine wine, brisk in acidity and clean in the finish, with slightly sweet flavors of oranges, pears, peaches and honey. A nice cocktail sipper, or with Asian fare.",Selected Vineyards,10,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2010 Selected Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2010-selected-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Concannon 9,Dessert,US,"Rides the Moscato wave with a sweet honeyed richness, carrying tangerine, apricot and lemon fruit. Fine acidity gives it a brisk, clean finish.",Deliciously Sweet,7,85,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Deliciously Sweet Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-deliciously-sweet-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,,Barefoot 10,White,Portugal,"Young, clean, fresh Vinho Verde, ready to drink, with refreshing acidity. It has crisp apples and citrus, with just some sweetness to round it out.",Fonte,8,85,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2010 Fonte White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2010-fonte-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Aveleda 13,Red,Italy,"This Sicilian Syrah shows ripe fruit aromas of red cherry, blueberry and succulent spice. It's a plush, chewy wine with mature flavors of blackberry jam.",Terrale Oro,10,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Calatrasi 2010 Terrale Oro Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calatrasi-2010-terrale-oro-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2010,Calatrasi 13.5,Red,Portugal,"One of the many inexpensive wines from Aliança, Alabastro has an earthy feel, chunky and fruity. At the same time, it also has richness, perfumed tannins and attractive spicy acidity.",Alabastro,10,85,Alentejano,,,Caves Aliança 2010 Alabastro Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2010-alabastro-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,Caves Aliança 13.5,Red,Australia,"Bold and jammy in style, with intense dark berry fruit and some peppery, leafy notes. Tannins are supple, while crisp acids mark the finish.",Reserve,12,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yellow Tail 2009 Reserve Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-2009-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2009,Yellow Tail 14,Red,Australia,"Really appealing on the nose, with smoky, meaty scents that give the impression of a Shiraz that's savory, yet packed with fruit. But the wine is less impressive in the mouth; it's soft and cuddley—deliciously ready to drink—without anything apparent in reserve. Drink now.",Waroo,18,86,Western Australia,Pemberton,,Xavier Flouret 2009 Waroo Shiraz (Pemberton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2009-waroo-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-pemberton/,Shiraz,2009,Xavier Flouret 13.5,White,Argentina,"A simple, clean bouquet of white and tropical fruit is as it should be. The palate has an oily texture and textbook flavors of mango, pineapple and melon. Slightly oily feeling on the finish as well. Good for a simple, tropical warm-weather quaffer.",,10,86,Other,Salta,,Tilia 2010 Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tilia-2010-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2010,Tilia 14,Red,US,"This is a soft, sweet, almost Porty wine, with raisin, chocolate and blackberry flavors. It has a long, spicy finish, and is best now with lusty stews and barbecue.",Clone 337 Mazzocco-Bevill,50,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Suncé Vineyard & Winery 2008 Clone 337 Mazzocco-Bevill Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunce-vineyard-winery-2008-clone-337-mazzocco-bevill-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Suncé Vineyard & Winery 14,Red,US,"Soft and rather one-dimensional, this Cabernet shows ripe cherry, raspberry, blackberry and oak flavors. It's bone dry, showing herbal, astringent tannins. Could develop interestingly in the bottle over the next 6–8 years.",Clone 337 Bevill-Mazzocco Vineyard,50,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Suncé Vineyard & Winery 2007 Clone 337 Bevill-Mazzocco Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunce-vineyard-winery-2007-clone-337-bevill-mazzocco-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Suncé Vineyard & Winery 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Rubber, bacon, berry and plum aromas are good overall. The palate is creamy as a whole but has enough acidity to carry cassis and berry flavors past being resiny and herbal. Basic on the finish, with mild oak flavor and resin coming into play.",,17,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Sottano 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sottano-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Sottano 13.5,Red,Spain,"Spice and light berry aromas form a simple but welcoming bouquet. The palate is snappy, with reductive tannins and dry, earthy berry and herb flavors that suggest raspberry, plum and thyme. Easy and light on the finish.",Crianza,17,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 2007 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2007-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Viña Mayor 14.5,Red,US,"Rich fruit marks this soft, simple wine. It's ripe in black cherries and spices, with a smoky, oaky layer that brings in vanilla and sweet butterscotch.",,22,86,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Prospero 2009 Cabernet Franc (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prospero-2009-cabernet-franc-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Prospero 14,White,US,"An earthy Chardonnay, with herb-infused citrus and peach flavors, overlaid with sweet oak. It's soft and a little sweet and ready to drink now.",Heritage Reserve,35,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2008 Heritage Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2008-heritage-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Schug 14.5,Red,US,"A dry, soft wine that depends on richness to get by, at the expense of structure. Raspberries, cherries, mocha, cinnamon and pepper are the flavors of this blend of Grenache, Syrah, Counoise and Mourvèdre.",Cotes de Tablas Rouge,30,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2009 Cotes de Tablas Rouge Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2009-cotes-rouge-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Tablas Creek 13.5,Rose,US,"Good price for a dry summer blush wine for drinking with barbecue, sandwiches or just about anything easy. With berry and spice flavors, it has a nice bite of acidity.",Dry Rosé of,10,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2010 Dry Rosé of Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2010-dry-rose-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2010,Pedroncelli 14.5,Red,US,"A flashy, soft Cabernet for drinking now. It's a little on the sweet side, with raspberry and cherry tart, brown sugar, chocolate and cinnamon spice flavors. Not an ager, so drink now.",Wulff Vineyards,48,86,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Lobo 2008 Wulff Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lobo-2008-wulff-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Lobo 13.8,Rose,US,"A sound, useful blush wine, grown from 75% California Grenache and 25% Oregon Pinot Noir. It's totally dry, with a brisk cut of acidity, and pleasantly clean flavors of strawberries, orange zest and vanilla.",Sunset,17,86,California,California-Oregon,,Pali 2010 Sunset Rosé (California-Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2010-sunset-rose-oregon/,Rosé,2010,Pali 14.9,White,US,An uneasy mix of grapes and flavors. Peaches and apricots—more skin than flesh—seem to hit a hard wall and just stop. Can a Viognier have a “dumb” phase? That is what seems to be going on here.,,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ott & Murphy 2009 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-2009-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2009,Ott & Murphy 14.5,White,US,"Flashy and flamboyant, but smells and tastes overoaked, with buttered toast, caramel and vanilla meringue notes swamping the underlying tangerine, lemon and mango fruit. Drink now.",Dutton Palms Vineyard Dutton Ranch,42,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2009 Dutton Palms Vineyard Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2009-palms-vineyard-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Dutton Estate 12.5,White,Italy,"Donna Anita is a crisp and luminous white wine that would be a great match to appetizers and fried finger foods. Fresh aromas of citrus, peach, kiwi and white minerals characterize the lively bouquet.",Donna Anita,15,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Giacomo Vico 2010 Donna Anita Arneis (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2010-donna-anita-italian-white-arneis-langhe/,Arneis,2010,Giacomo Vico 14.2,Red,US,"Sweet and jammy in extracted blackberry and cherry fruit, with big tannins and a sting of acidity. Fairly rustic for drinking now.",Winemaker's Blend,23,86,California,North Coast,Napa County-Sonoma County-Lake County,Ghost Pines 2009 Winemaker's Blend Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa County-Sonoma County-Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-pines-2009-winemakers-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-napa-county-sonoma-county-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Ghost Pines 13.5,Red,Spain,"A dark style of Ribera with concentrated blackberry, licorice and charcoal aromas. The palate is more simple and spread out, with heavy tannins and creamy oak creating a jammy, sweet flavor profile that offers up a lot of mocha. Finishes tannic and shallow, with oak-based creaminess.",Crianza,21,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emina 2007 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2007-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Emina 13.5,Red,US,"A simple Merlot that's priced fairly and is a little tannic at first, the fruit acting shy, but that opens into a fine Merlot that would go well with rich red meat. .",,12,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Cartlidge & Browne 2007 Merlot (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartlidge-browne-2007-merlot-north-coast/,Merlot,2007,Cartlidge & Browne 10.5,White,Portugal,"With its delicious petillance, this is an apple-fresh, dry Vinho Verde, with lively acidity as crisp as possible, ready to drink.",Aliança,9,86,Vinho Verde,,,Caves Aliança 2010 Aliança White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2010-alianca-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Caves Aliança 14.5,White,US,"Good price for a wine that combines the acidity you want in a Sauvignon Blanc with plenty of ripe tangerine, lime, green grass and vanilla flavors. There's a honeyed finish, but the wine is fundamentally dry.",Estate,15,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2010 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2010-estate-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Clos La Chance 13.5,Red,US,"A pleasantly dry, fruity Syrah, with spicy flavors of berries, currants, cola and plums, and a tangy streak of grilled bacon. Drink this soft wine now.",Estate,18,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2009 Estate Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2009-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2009,Clos La Chance 13.5,Red,US,"Lots of ripe blackberry and cherry fruit flavors in this dry wine, with the nervy acidity of the Central Coast and Cabernet's hefty tannins. It's a solid, rustic wine to drink now.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Clos La Chance 15.6,White,US,"Sweet peach, mango, papaya, citrus fruit and honey flavors mark this opulent young wine. It brims with acidity, yet is very high in alcohol. Best now with exotic, Asian-inspired spicy dishes.",The Glenrose Vineyard,30,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2009 The Glenrose Vineyard Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2009-the-glenrose-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2009,Adelaida 11.5,White,Portugal,"Smooth wine, with green plums and citrus flavors balancing the edge of yeastiness. The wine finishes crisp and tangy.",Grand Escolha,7,86,Vinho Verde,,,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Barca 2010 Grand Escolha Loureiro (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-ponte-barca-2010-grand-escolha-portuguese-white-loureiro-vinho-verde/,Loureiro,2010,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Barca 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Once you get past the herbal edge, there are nice red berry and fudgy chocolate brownie aromas and flavors that play together nicely. A touch of sweet spice appears after swallow to liven up the juicy fruit core. Drink now.",Synergy Cape Blend,16,86,Stellenbosch,,,Beyerskloof 2008 Synergy Cape Blend Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beyerskloof-2008-synergy-cape-blend-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2008,Beyerskloof 12.5,White,Portugal,"The white version of this popular Portuguese brand is soft, ripe and warmly fruity. Flavors are of fresh apples and green plums, with a lacing of lime juice.",Marquês de Borba Branco,15,86,Alentejo,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2010 Marquês de Borba Branco White (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2010-marques-borba-branco-white-alentejo/,Portuguese White,2010,J. Portugal Ramos 10,White,Portugal,"On the dry side, this deliciously crisp Vinho Verde has all the right citrus acidity. It's bursting with lively fruits, just petillant in the mouth, with a crisp apple finish. Screwcap.",Twin Vines,7,86,Vinho Verde,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2010 Twin Vines White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2010-twin-vines-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,José Maria da Fonseca 13.5,White,US,"A 100%-organic Chardonnay, stainless steel fermented and poured into a handy-dandy, also certified-organic AstraPouch (1.5 liter). This easy-to-bring-on-a-picnic wine is clean, balanced and simply drinkable with a note of sweet grapefruit and pineapple.",AstraPouch,10,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,ecoVINO 2010 AstraPouch Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ecovino-2010-astrapouch-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2010,ecoVINO 14,Red,Portugal,"Soft, red berry-flavored wine. It has a light tannic structure, more in the way of juicy fruit, approachable and easy to drink. There is a fine spicy aftertaste.",Samora Tinto,12,86,Tejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2009 Samora Tinto Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2009-samora-tinto-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Wines & Winemakers 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Here's a straightforward but enjoyable Shiraz with notes of dark plum, cherry and strawberry on the nose and mouth. There's a touch of greenness on the palate augmented by firm, young tannins, but it all works out and fades smoothly on the finish.",Mountainside,14,86,Stellenbosch,,,Winery of Good Hope 2010 Mountainside Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winery-good-hope-2010-mountainside-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2010,Winery of Good Hope 13,Rose,Spain,"Raspberry and citrus aromas sit in front of a cheerful, sweet-styled set of juicy watermelon and plum flavors. This is about as simple as it gets, with a bright pink color, mild acidity and good balance. A wine to drink as soon as possible.",Mas Donis Rosat,15,86,Catalonia,Montsant,,Capçanes 2010 Mas Donis Rosat Rosé (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capcanes-2010-mas-donis-rosat-rose-montsant/,Rosé,2010,Capçanes 12.5,Red,Italy,Here's an easy Italian wine (made with the native Corvina grape) that occupies a space somewhere between red wine and rosé. You could easily serve Re Midas chilled and pair it with hamburger or pizza.,Re Midas,10,86,,Venezie,,Cantina di Soave 2010 Re Midas Corvina (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2010-re-midas-italian-red-corvina-venezie/,Corvina,2010,Cantina di Soave 13.5,Red,Spain,"Lightly herbal and briary smelling, with solid berry aromas. The palate is thorough and chewy, with herbal plum and berry flavors in front of a tasty, juicy finish that's medium in length and doesn't bite down.",La Gardea,8,86,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Bodegas la Aldea 2009 La Gardea Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-aldea-2009-gardea-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2009,Bodegas la Aldea 13,Red,France,"Benefiting from the ripe 2009 fruit, this shows the attractive character of many value Bordeaux wines in this year. It has red plum fruits, touched with raisins along with toast, acidity and a balance of tannins.",,14,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château des Combes 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-combes-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château des Combes 13.5,White,Argentina,"Round and floral, with melon and other simple, clean aromas. Good mouthfeel, proper acidity and basic, likable flavors of citrus, green apple, green banana and tropical fruits make it a good quaffer and a good value.",,9,86,Other,Tulum Valley,,Callia 2010 Pinot Grigio (Tulum Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callia-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-tulum-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Callia ,Red,US,"Deep red fruit is at the core of this nicely balanced, no-frills Merlot. A fine every-day red, with enough muscle to qualify as almost Cabernet-like.",,13,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bridgman 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgman-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Bridgman 14.6,Red,US,"Firm and chewy, this pure Syrah has plenty of punch (at 14.6% alcohol) but not much detail. A clean, crisp core of tangy berry is framed in large, dry, somewhat chalky tannins, and finishes with a hit of chocolate.",,23,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Patterson 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patterson-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Patterson 12.5,White,Italy,"Light and fresh with a cooling, crisp consistency, this luminous white wine would pair nicely with spicy Indian or Mexican appetizers. Aromas of white flower, stone fruit and sweet apricot appear on the close.",,14,86,Piedmont,Gavi,,Principessa Gavia 2010 Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principessa-gavia-2010-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,2010,Principessa Gavia 13,White,Argentina,"Round, floral and sweet smelling, with citrusy acidity that pushes up passion fruit, orange and lemon flavors. There's weight and body come finishing time, and the overall impression is that of a tropical, dense white wine with some creaminess. Priced high for what you get.",Ciclos Fume,27,86,Other,Salta,,Michel Torino 2010 Ciclos Fume Sauvignon Blanc (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2010-ciclos-fume-sauvignon-blanc-salta/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Michel Torino 13.9,Red,Argentina,"On first blush it comes across entirely green and herbal. Even with airing it continues to show salad dressing, tomato and herbal aromas in addition to red fruit notes. Full and solid on the palate, with bell pepper, tobacco and roasted berry flavors. Finishes with more herbal/green hints and good structure.",Don David Reserve,16,86,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Michel Torino 2009 Don David Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2009-don-david-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-calchaqui-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Michel Torino 15.2,White,US,"Way too much oak on this wine, which is dominated by buttered toast and butterscotch aromas and flavors. Underneath all that you'll find pineapples and guavas.",,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Oakville Ranch 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-ranch-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Oakville Ranch 14.5,Red,US,"Dry, tannic and rather bitter, a tough, hard wine despite a solid core of blackberry and dark chocolate fruit. Needs rich, fatty meats and cheeses to break down the astringency.",,19,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Novy 2009 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2009,Novy 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A bit raw and hot on the nose, with wild berry aromas and some fiery horseradish before it rounds into form. The palate has a good, regular feel and crisp plum and red cherry flavors. Fruity and fresh, but limited.",,13,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Notro 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notro-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Notro 12.5,White,Portugal,"Fresh, apple-flavored wine, full of white fruits and a tangy, bright acidity. The wine is deliciously fresh, with stone fruit acidity on the finish.",Xairel Branco,6,86,Tejo,,,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 2010 Xairel Branco White (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-cartaxo-2010-xairel-branco-white-tejo/,Portuguese White,2010,Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 14.5,White,Argentina,"Opens with mellow peach and melon aromas and some oak. The palate is round, creamy and full, but hollow in the center. Tastes of spiced, dried apple with a stalky, pithy accent. Easy and basic on the finish, and overall it's pricey for what's in the bottle.",,25,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Añoro 2010 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anoro-2010-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Añoro 14,White,South Africa,"Soft toast and hazelnut aromas add character to the otherwise straightforward honeydew, pear and orange oil flavors of this value Chard. Medium weight with a round body but lifting acidity to keep things fresh and vibrant. Drink now.",Bergkelder Selection,10,86,Western Cape,,,Fleur Du Cap 2010 Bergkelder Selection Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2010-bergkelder-selection-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2010,Fleur Du Cap 14.5,Red,US,"Haraszthy's old-vine wine has a good Zin nose and great mouthfeel and just the right balance of spice and plumminess. Medium in weight it's not heavy-handed the way old-vine Zin can often be, tasting of just-ripe blackberries, but the spice that's so nice throughout doesn't stick around for the finish.",Lodi Old Vine,13,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Haraszthy 2008 Lodi Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haraszthy-2008-lodi-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,Haraszthy 13.5,White,South Africa,"Dainty and nuanced, this crisp citrus-driven Chard offers background notes of almond skin and pear to flesh out the mouth. Lively and somewhat prickly acidity dances on the tongue through the mouthwatering close. Drink now.",Unoaked,15,86,Stellenbosch,,,Jardin 2010 Unoaked Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jardin-2010-unoaked-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2010,Jardin ,Red,Portugal,"A young and fruity wine, full of ripe black currant fruit. Its tannins are soft, a good balance with the fresh, juicy fruit. Drink or age a year.",Marquês de Borba,15,86,Alentejo,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2010 Marquês de Borba Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2010-marques-borba-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,J. Portugal Ramos 14.5,White,US,"A relatively small-production offering from Michael David at 3,600 cases, this white wine blend is quaffable, full-bodied and slightly sweet.",,18,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Incognito 2010 White (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/incognito-2010-white-central-valley-lodi/,White Blend,2010,Incognito 14.1,White,US,"Plenty of ripe, luxurious fruit and flowers in this Viognier, accented with brisk acidity. Floods the mouth with tangerine, pineapple, lemon, lime, honeysuckle and vanilla flavors that finish fairly sweet and sugary. Drink now.",,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Jorian Hill 2009 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorian-hill-2009-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2009,Jorian Hill 14.5,Red,US,"Treads the line between dry and sweet, with sugary, pie-filled raspberry, cherry and chocolate flavors, wrapped into Petite Sirah's big tannins. Drink this lusty wine with roasted meats, especially sausages.",,30,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madrigal 2008 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrigal-2008-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Madrigal 15.2,Red,Spain,"Mineral and leather aromas are a combination of the wine's rocky soil origins and heat and dryness from 15.2% alcohol. Evolves in the glass, going from tasting spicy/earthy to medicinal plum and berry. Finishes round, sweet, hot, herbal and syrupy.",,14,86,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Las Rocas de San Alejandro 2009 Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-rocas-san-alejandro-2009-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2009,Las Rocas de San Alejandro 13.5,Red,Australia,"Gen Yers and Baby Boomers will remember when Rosemount's ubiquitous Diamond Label wines represented great value. This Cab offers slightly confected cherry fruit, a whisper of mint and hints of vanilla. It's round in the mouth without being heavy, a fresh fruity wine for immediate gratification.",Diamond Label,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2009 Diamond Label Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2009-diamond-label-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Rosemount 13.5,White,South Africa,"Fresh, clean and easy with ripe aromas of red apple flesh and hard nectarine on the nose and a solid lime-driven citrus core that livens up the palate and the finish. Drink now.",Collection,9,86,Swartland,,,Riebeek Cellars 2010 Collection Chardonnay (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riebeek-cellars-2010-collection-chardonnay-swartland/,Chardonnay,2010,Riebeek Cellars 14,Red,Portugal,"A ripe and elegant wine, full of sweet fruits, laced with tannins. It has an attractive tar and plum set of flavors, firmly anchored in its central core of dryness.",Reserva,14,86,Alenquer,,,Quinta do Carneiro 2007 Reserva Red (Alenquer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-carneiro-2007-reserva-red-alenquer/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Carneiro 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A touch raw and rough on the bouquet, with rubbery berry aromas and earth notes that suggest compost. The palate is thick but shows angular tannins, while the flavors are oaky and creamy, with basic berry and plum intermixed.",,15,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tomero 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tomero-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Tomero 14.5,Red,US,"Dark and thick in the mouth, this one-dimensional Malbec has a whiff of barnyard and leather around blocky black fruits.",,36,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Elsom 2008 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elsom-cellars-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2008,Elsom 13.5,White,South Africa,"Green grass and a hint of baby powder are paired with notes of green gooseberry and lime on the nose, while riper but similarly tart flavors of white cranberry and citrus take hold of the mouthwatering palate. Drink now.",,13,86,Western Cape,,,Eikendal 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eikendal-2010-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Eikendal 14.1,Red,US,"Bright and light at first almost like a California Pinot Noir, with red fruit and cola paying a visit, the blend of mostly Sangiovese (79%), 20% Barbera and 5% Petit Verdot drinks big and full with a rustic finish.",Riserva,,86,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay-Livermore Valley,Tamás Estates 2009 Riserva Sangiovese (San Francisco Bay-Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-2009-riserva-sangiovese-central-coast-san-francisco-bay-livermore-valley/,Sangiovese,2009,Tamás Estates 12.5,White,Italy,La Cala is a fun and easy expression of Vermentino from the sunny island of Sardinia that shows bright citrus notes backed by tones of honeysuckle and wild sage. Pair this wine with fried calamari.,La Cala,14,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Gallura,,Sella & Mosca 2008 La Cala (Vermentino di Gallura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sella-mosca-2008-cala-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-gallura/,Vermentino,2008,Sella & Mosca 12,White,France,"Soft, ripe, cleanly made wine. It has some of the herbaceous character of many white Bordeaux, but toned down and given warmth by a sweetly perfumed aftertaste.",,13,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Bonnet 2010 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bonnet-2010-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Bonnet 13.5,Red,France,"Initially dominated by wood, then the ripe jammy fruit comes through to give a soft, rich wine, with bitter chocolate as well as red fruit flavors.",Cuvée Evidence,16,86,Bordeaux,Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Bel Enclos 2009 Cuvée Evidence (Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bel-enclos-2009-cuvee-evidence-red-blaye-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Bel Enclos 14,Red,Argentina,"Baked berry, molasses and roasted, jumbled berry fruit aromas lead to a grabby, full-bodied palate with dark, baked berry and leathery flavors. Toasty and sizable on the finish, with a solid feel and general cleanliness.",Dos Fincas,13,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Carlos Basso 2010 Dos Fincas Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2010-fincas-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-uco-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2010,Carlos Basso 14,Red,France,"Packed with dry tannins and a dense structure, here is a wine that has weight and potential richness. There is some good weight of blackberry fruits. If drinking now, it needs to open out in a decanter or glass.",,14,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Parenchère 2009 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-parenchere-2009-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Parenchère 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery and leathery smelling at first, with berry and cassis aromas resting below the surface. Feels tannic and closed on the palate, with syrupy, reduced plum, berry and currant flavors. Not too much shows up on the finish other than thickness and a subtle plum nuance.",Paso de Piedra,20,86,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2008 Paso de Piedra Cabernet Sauvignon (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2008-paso-piedra-cabernet-sauvignon-lujan-cuyo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Viña Alicia 13.5,White,Portugal,"Grassy, herbaceous wine, with citrus and gooseberry fruits and a refreshing tang of acidity. It is light to feel, bursting with fresh fruits, very crisp and green.",Dourosa Branco,,86,Douro,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2010 Dourosa Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2010-dourosa-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2010,Quinta de la Rosa 12,White,Italy,There's a really nice point of mature peach or apricot that emerges from the fragrant bouquet of this luminous and bright Pinot Grigio. That fruity note adds a sweet sensation to the nose followed by aromas of passion fruit and citrus.,Le Rosse,15,86,,Delle Venezie,,Tommasi 2010 Le Rosse Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2010-le-rosse-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Tommasi 13.2,Red,US,"Quite possibly the first and only Washington Zweigelt, this has the sort of rough, rustic appeal as did Lemberger in the early days of the state's wine industry. Bright cranberry fruit has a spicy edge, and a sharp, high-toned finish.",,29,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Wilridge 2009 Zweigelt (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-2009-other-red-zweigelt-columbia-valley-wa/,Zweigelt,2009,Wilridge 13.5,White,South Africa,"Round but lifted with racy pineapple-infused acidity in the mouth, this Chard offers ripe melon and red apple flavors to balance the serious cut. A hint of peach pit nuttiness stays through the finish.",The Glass Collection,18,86,Stellenbosch,,,Glenelly 2010 The Glass Collection Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenelly-2010-glass-collection-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2010,Glenelly 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes sharp in acidity and frankly sweet, with sugary blackberry and cherry jam flavors that finish in a swirl of baking spices. The blend is Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petite Sirah.",Cruvée Lot III,36,86,California,California Other,California,Cinnabar NV Cruvée Lot III Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-nv-cruvee-lot-iii-red-other/,Red Blend,,Cinnabar 14.4,Red,US,"A bit on the soft, overripe side, with currant, licorice, cherry, cocoa and oak flavors. But it's dry, and the tannins are fancy. Drink it fresh out of the bottle with a grilled steak.",,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Edge 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edge-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Edge 13,White,South Africa,"There's a subtle honeyed edge to this otherwise light and easygoing wine, adding heft to the ripe melon and stone fruit notes. The lush fruit flavors pair with the mouthwatering acidity on the finish, balancing everything out in the end. Drink now.",,10,86,Coastal Region,,,MAN Vintners 2010 Chenin Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2010-chenin-blanc-coastal-region/,Chenin Blanc,2010,MAN Vintners 13,White,Portugal,"Full-bodied, spicy wine. It has a ripe, toast and apple flavor and a smooth texture, with light acidity. The wine is dry while also soft.",Casa do Lago Branco,9,86,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 Casa do Lago Branco White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-casa-lago-branco-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2010,DFJ Vinhos 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Good berry and plum aromas send this out in solid form. The palate is full and grabby, with jammy, slightly herbal flavors of blackberry and plum. The finish is medium in length, with size and a spot of heat. Ripe, good and fresh for an under-$10 Malbec.",Alta,9,86,Other,Tulum Valley,,Callia 2010 Alta Malbec (Tulum Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callia-2010-alta-malbec-tulum-valley/,Malbec,2010,Callia 13.5,White,Italy,"Grechetto makes for a wonderful alternative to Pinot Grigio for lovers of fresh, easy Italian whites. Citrus and stone fruit aromas are followed by drying mineral tones and a zesty, clean close.",,,86,Central Italy,Umbria,,Barberani 2008 Grechetto (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barberani-2008-italian-white-grechetto-umbria/,Grechetto,2008,Barberani 10.5,Sparkling,US,"A sweet style of sparkling wine, with brisk acidity framing orange, lime, vanilla and honey flavors. Nice with wedding cake, at a good price.",Moscato Spumante Champagne,11,86,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Bubbly NV Moscato Spumante Champagne Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-bubbly-nv-moscato-spumante-champagne-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Barefoot Bubbly 13,Red,Portugal,"Fresh, juicy wine, with soft tannins and taut red cherry fruit. The tannins provide a discreet backbone. Age for 2–3 years.",JP Azeitão Tinto,9,86,Setubal,,,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2010 JP Azeitão Tinto Red (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacalhoa-wines-portugal-2010-jp-azeitao-tinto-red-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2010,Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 14,Red,Portugal,"Rich and ripe, with soft tannins and black plum flavors. It is round, while still having a core of attractive tannins. The fruit dominates, giving a friendly, accessible wine.",Premium,14,86,Alentejo,,,Alente 2007 Premium Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alente-2007-premium-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2007,Alente 13.5,Red,France,"With a few years in bottle, this is maturing well. It has ripeness, the tannins beginning to soften into rich spice and damson jelly flavors. The acidity is still very present as is the dry core.",Les Vignes de Julia,,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Chateau de Launay 2005 Les Vignes de Julia (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-launay-2005-vignes-julia-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Chateau de Launay 13,White,Italy,"This fresh Sauvignon with its pretty aromas of citrus, tomato leaf and kiwi is aged for eight months on yeast to produce a creamy mouthfeel that is dense and long-lasting considering the easy parameters of this aromatic grape variety.",,16,86,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Villa Rubini 2010 Sauvignon (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-rubini-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-colli-orientali-friuli/,Sauvignon,2010,Villa Rubini 14.3,Red,US,"Delicious and spicy, if a little too soft in structure. Swamps the mouth with ripe, fruity flavors of cherries, raspberries, currants and cola, with lots of savory black pepper.",Estate,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2006 Estate Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2006-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2006,Wellington 14,Rose,Argentina,"Berry and rubber band are the lead aromas. The wine has texture and lasting freshness despite being more than a year old already. It's medium in size and body, with red fruit and apple skin flavors. Solid, fruity and just lively enough.",Malbec,9,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca El Origen 2010 Malbec Rosé (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-origen-2010-malbec-rose-mendoza/,Rosé,2010,Finca El Origen ,Red,US,"A blend of Syrah, Petite Sirah, Mourvèdre and other varieties, this is a standard-issue red wine, soft and a little sweet, with pie-filling flavors of cherries and raspberries. It's light and spicy on the finish.",Gypsy Noir,27,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Grizzly Republic 2008 Gypsy Noir Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grizzly-republic-2008-gypsy-noir-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Grizzly Republic 14.5,Red,Spain,"Mint and milk chocolate are the lead aromas, followed by cherry and herbal notes. The wine is basic, fresh and fruity, with choppy tannins, heat and lively red berry flavors with citrus undertones. Runs a bit rough and heady.",La Multa Old Vine,15,86,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,El Escocés Volante 2009 La Multa Old Vine Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-escoces-volante-2009-multa-old-vine-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2009,El Escocés Volante 12.5,White,US,"A likable, easy to drink wine, totally dry and brisk in acidity, with low alcohol. It has savory flavors of lemons, limes, oranges and spices.",,22,86,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Holman Ranch 2010 Pinot Gris (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/holman-ranch-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Holman Ranch 15.4,Red,US,"This is a Rhône-style blend of mostly Grenache and Syrah, with smaller amounts of Viognier and Cinsault. The wine opens with appealing spices, but turns tart and stemmy in the mouth. The spiced plum fruit flavors compete somewhat unsuccessfully with bitter tannins. More bottle age should help.",Double Bluff,19,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ott & Murphy 2008 Double Bluff Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ott-murphy-2008-double-bluff-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Ott & Murphy 14,Red,South Africa,"Dark berries and a touch of woody spice lead the way on the nose of this friendly Pinotage. As you settle in to the velvety texture, sultry tannins wrap around your tongue and mingle with the juicy plum and peppery spice flavors. Ready to drink now.",Collection,10,86,Swartland,,,Riebeek Cellars 2010 Collection Pinotage (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riebeek-cellars-2010-collection-pinotage-swartland/,Pinotage,2010,Riebeek Cellars 13,Red,Portugal,"A full, ripe wine that also preserves the minerality of the Dão. There are black currant and damson skin flavors, with juiciness as well as spice.",Quinta do Correio,10,86,Dão,,,Quinta dos Roques 2008 Quinta do Correio Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roques-2008-correio-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta dos Roques 12.5,White,Spain,"Melon and almond skin aromas lead to pithy citrus on what amounts to a pretty good bouquet. Round, citrusy and fresh in the mouth, with orange, passion fruit and tropical leanings. Solid and well shaped for a $7 quaffer. 70% Airen and 30% Macabeo.",Protocolo Blanco,7,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Dominio de Eguren 2010 Protocolo Blanco White (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-2010-protocolo-blanco-white-vino-tierra-castilla/,White Blend,2010,Dominio de Eguren 14.9,Red,US,"This soft, sweet, oaky Cabernet will appeal to those who like the New World style. It's as puffy as a dessert concoction, with cherry, chocolate, nougat and cinnamon spice flavors, and is ready to drink now.",Reserve,69,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cobblestone 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cobblestone-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Cobblestone 15,Red,US,"A solid Zin for everyday drinking. A little rough and thin, but dry and spicy, with berry, currant and teriaki flavors.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2009 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,De Loach ,White,US,"A good, off-dry useful wine for drinking across the board with a wide variety of fare, or by itself as a cocktail. It's brisk and clean, with pleasant citrus, apricot, spice and vanilla flavors.",,13,86,California,California Other,California,Dancing Derby 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dancing-derby-2009-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Dancing Derby 13,White,Spain,"More neutral, simple and heady than the top Verdejos, but this being a fresh 2010 it still has its qualities and authentic Rueda characteristics. It's citrusy and briney, with apple and tropical shadings.",,10,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Val de Los Frailes 2010 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-los-frailes-2010-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Val de Los Frailes 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's an easy, fresh wine with loads of stone fruit and citrus backed by accents of chopped mint and spearmint. The wine shows good structure and could pair with Atlantic fish or grilled cod.",Superiore,22,86,Veneto,Monti Lessini,,Sandro de Bruno 2007 Superiore Durello (Monti Lessini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandro-bruno-2007-superiore-italian-white-durello-monti-lessini/,Durello,2007,Sandro de Bruno 14.5,Red,US,"This bottling has been variable over the years. The '09 is soft and fruity, with pleasant raspberry, cherry, cola, brown sugar and cinnamon spice flavors. Drink now.",Goldie's Vineyard,19,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Toad Hollow 2009 Goldie's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toad-hollow-2009-goldies-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Toad Hollow 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a Best Buy white wine that would pair with salads, vegetable dishes and appetizers. It's crisp and luminous with lively aromas of citrus, lemon zest, stone fruit and melon. Pecorino is one of Italy's hottest varieties on the indigenous grape scene.",,11,86,Central Italy,Terre di Chieti,,Terra d'Aligi 2009 Pecorino (Terre di Chieti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-daligi-2009-italian-white-pecorino-terre-chieti/,Pecorino,2009,Terra d'Aligi 12,White,Portugal,"The white is a welcome addition to the Altano range. This fresh lemon-and pineapple-flavored wine has an almost Sauvignon Blanc herbaceousness to it, while showing plenty of ripe fruit. There is a refreshing aftertaste.",Altano Blanco,,86,Douro,,,Symington Family Estates 2010 Altano Blanco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/symington-family-estates-2010-altano-blanco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2010,Symington Family Estates 13,White,Spain,"Light and mostly neutral smelling, with citrus aromas and not much else. It's chalky and medium-bodied, with semisharp acidity and fresh, simple flavors of melon and apple. Crisp, zesty and juicy on the back end.",Estate Bottled,16,86,Catalonia,Penedès,,Sumarroca 2010 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sumarroca-2010-estate-bottled-chardonnay-penedes/,Chardonnay,2010,Sumarroca 14,Red,Spain,"Jammy, baked aromas of pastry and berry are flat and dense. The palate is soft and beefy, with jammy, almost syrupy blackberry and raisin flavors. Stays sweet on the finish. Flavorful and meaty but doesn't show much spine.",C,16,85,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Carchelo 2009 C Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-carchelo-2009-c-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2009,Bodegas Carchelo 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and sweet, with a liqueur taste of raisins and crême de cassis. Dry, but hot. The official alcohol reading of 14.5% by volume tastes suspiciously low.",Red Handed,44,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,HammerSky 2008 Red Handed Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hammersky-2008-red-handed-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2008,HammerSky 13,Red,France,"Fine-grained tannins course through this wine. It has good juicy currant fruits along with acidity. It feels lightweight, without great concentration, but is certainly immediately attractive.",,24,84,Bordeaux,Côtes de Castillon,,Château Roquevieille 2008 Côtes de Castillon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roquevieille-2008-red-cotes-castillon/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Roquevieille 12.5,Red,Argentina,"Light berry aromas mix with brine, cumin and sweet spice on the nose. In the mouth, it's rather lean and juicy, with sharp acidity creating fresh red berry flavors and tang. Turns more piercing and citrusy the longer it airs out.",,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Espuela del Gaucho 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espuela-gaucho-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Espuela del Gaucho 12.5,White,Portugal,"An earthy wine, softly fruity, with cantaloupe melon and pear flavors. It's simple, attractive, light.",Galeria,15,84,Bairrada,,,Caves Aliança 2010 Galeria Bical (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2010-galeria-portuguese-white-bical-bairrada/,Bical,2010,Caves Aliança 14,Red,US,"This is a soft, rather one-dimensional Merlot. It's certainly flavorful in cherries, red currants, cola and cedar, but There's not a whole lot going on.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2007 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2007-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2007,Wellington 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Sharp, prickly aromas suggest tart red plum and wild herbs. The palate is a bit heavy and sticky, with sweet, gummy, medicinal berry flavors. Finishes bitter and peppery, with a medicinal aftertaste.",1492,7,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Cristobal 1492 2010 1492 Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-cristobal-1492-2010-1492-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,1492,Don Cristobal 1492 15.8,Red,US,"Funky with prune and tobacco overwhelming any fresher fruit, this Livermore Zin is high in alcohol (15.8%), which coats the tongue for a long time after the wine goes down.",Hansen Vineyard Reserve,33,83,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Cedar Mountain 2007 Hansen Vineyard Reserve Zinfandel (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedar-mountain-2007-hansen-vineyard-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Cedar Mountain 13,Red,France,"Dry and light, an unfocused wine. It has tannins, only light fruit, very dry and ultimately tough.",,25,83,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Moulin de Canhaut 2007 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-canhaut-2007-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Moulin de Canhaut 13,Red,US,"Sweet and simple, with jammy raspberry and bubblegum flavors.",,7,82,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-shiraz-california-134297/,Shiraz,,Barefoot 12.5,Red,Argentina,"Creamy and chocolaty on the nose, with vanilla notes creating a candied personna. The palate is flabby and overly sweet, with confected berry flavors and a soft, mushy finish. Lacks balance.",Triada,10,81,Other,La Rioja,,La Riojana Coop 2010 Triada Malbec (La Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riojana-coop-2010-triada-malbec-rioja/,Malbec,2010,La Riojana Coop 13,Red,Argentina,"Cherry cough drop and clove spice carry the nose. Expect a hard, sharp, high-pitched wine that's sour and citrusy. Tart and lean Syrah.",,14,80,Other,San Juan,,Tierras de Ponte 2010 Syrah (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tierras-ponte-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-san-juan/,Syrah,2010,Tierras de Ponte 9,Dessert,Austria,"Devotees of Kracher wine argue whether the classic Zwischen den Seen or the modern Nouvelle Vague style is more impressive. In this case, the perfumed Traminer lends itself perfectly to a touch of wood. It gives the wine a rounded texture without losing sight of the extraordinary richness.",Nouvelle Vague Nummer 10 Trockenbeerenauslese,,95,Burgenland,,,Kracher 2008 Nouvelle Vague Nummer 10 Trockenbeerenauslese Traminer (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2008-nouvelle-vague-nummer-10-trockenbeerenauslese-other-white-traminer-burgenland/,Traminer,2008,Kracher 13.5,Red,US,"A massively rich, ripe, flamboyant wine. Huge in blackberries, cassis, smoked meat, leather, cocoa, pepper and sandalwood flavors that go on and on. Full-bodied, powerful, a hedonist's Syrah. Near perfect balance of tannins and acids, with integrated oak. Dramatic and ageable, it should develop over the next six years.",Bien Nacido Hillside Estate,40,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Qupé 2007 Bien Nacido Hillside Estate Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2007-bien-nacido-hillside-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2007,Qupé 9.5,Dessert,US,"At nearly 10 years of age, this beautiful Gewürz shows how well a good California dessert wine can age. It's still brisk in clean acidity, but is honeyed and sweet, with nearly 19% residual sugar. Shows rich, exotic pineapple, tangerine marmalade, gingerbread, apricot jam, buttered toast, crème brûlée, vanilla cream and spice flavors, leading to a long, deliriously delicious finish. A heady, flamboyantly sweet wine to drink now.",Late Harvest Alisos Vineyard,50,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Nicolaysen Family Vineyards 2001 Late Harvest Alisos Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolaysen-family-2001-late-harvest-alisos-vineyard-gewurztraminer-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Nicolaysen Family Vineyards 14,White,Austria,"The essence of Grüner Veltliner is present in this magnificent wine. It is rich, the spice of the fruit translated into lychee exoticism. The acidity is always present, giving shape to this luscious (but dry) wine.",Axpoint Smaragd,78,95,Wachau,,,Franz Hirtzberger 2010 Axpoint Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franz-hirtzberger-2010-axpoint-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Franz Hirtzberger 14.5,Red,Italy,"Tua Rita's Redigaffi is one of the best reds to emerge from Italy and the 2008 vintage delivers all the promise and hope of previous editions. The wine is set apart by its enormous richness and deeply concentrated layers of sweet cherry fruit, chocolate, tobacco and cinnamon spice. Put this bottle in your cellar for ten years or more.",Redigaffi,330,96,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tua Rita 2008 Redigaffi Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tua-rita-2008-redigaffi-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Tua Rita 14.5,Red,Italy,"Summus is a beautiful Tuscan blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah that opens with a drying, dusty mineral feel followed by loads of plump, ripe fruit. Great care was executed in the clonal selection of Sangiovese and that variety delivers the wine's distinctive territoriality.",Summus,69,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 2007 Summus Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2007-summus-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Castello Banfi 14.3,Red,US,"Just delicious, an important, elegant Merlot to drink with the finest steaks and chops. Even better than the fine 2006, with vast, deep flavors of blackberries, black cherries, cocoa, grilled meat and herbs, wrapped into rich, smooth tannins. Gets better and better as it warms in the glass. Drink over the next six years.",Reserve Mailbox Vineyard,60,94,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Keenan 2007 Reserve Mailbox Vineyard Merlot (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2007-reserve-mailbox-vineyard-merlot-napa-spring-mountain/,Merlot,2007,Keenan 15.6,Red,US,"The real deal in a cool-climate Syrah. Dark and broodingly dry, it smells like grilled lamb, roasted rosemary, white pepper and other Provençal herbs, blackberries, cassis and smoky oak. High in alcohol but balanced, this 100% varietal wine is huge, powerful, dramatic and tannic. Drink it soon with the best grilled meats.",Upper Crust,50,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Babcock 2009 Upper Crust Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2009-upper-crust-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2009,Babcock 14.9,Red,US,"Rich, elaborate and layered. If this Cab were a fabric, it would be suede. Shows the tannins and minerals of Diamond Mountain, with potent flavors of blackberries, cherries, currants, cola, anise and sweet smoky oak. The finish is wonderfully dry, firm and long. Should develop for at least eight years.",,65,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Wallis Family Estate 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wallis-family-estate-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Wallis Family Estate 14.2,Red,US,"A very beautiful wine that shows the exotic, feral quality of the greatest Pinot Noirs from the Fort Ross area. It's explosive in wild raspberry and cherry flavors, with hints of pine, cola, wintergreen, anise, bacon and smoky, sweet vanillins from oak barrels. A wine of great pedigree, it's showing well now, and should hold for the next six years.",Fort Ross Vineyard Reserve,49,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fort Ross Winery 2007 Fort Ross Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-ross-2007-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Fort Ross Winery 14,Red,Italy,"This gorgeous blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot offers beautiful intensity and impressive complexity. Aromas here include black cherry, exotic spice, leather, fine tobacco and loads of plush, ripe fruit. It's a smooth velvety wine but the tannic backbone gives it lift and staying power.",Dulcamara,,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,I Giusti e Zanza 2007 Dulcamara Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-giusti-e-zanza-2007-dulcamara-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,I Giusti e Zanza 10.5,Dessert,Austria,"A blended wine, so rich with flavors of toffee, apples and honey, given a lift with intense acidity. The wine has enormous concentration, a smooth and beautiful texture. Age for many years.",Nouvelle Vague Grande Cuvée Nummer 6 Trockenbeerenauslese,89,94,Burgenland,,,Kracher 2008 Nouvelle Vague Grande Cuvée Nummer 6 Trockenbeerenauslese White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2008-nouvelle-vague-grande-cuvee-nummer-6-trockenbeerenauslese-white-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian white blend,2008,Kracher 14.5,White,US,"A brilliant Chardonnay, bone dry and crisp in acidity. Almost lean in citrus and mineral flavors, but on further inspection shows complex layers of toast, honeysuckle, peach and stone, with a deft touch of new oak. Feels weighty and important, and finishes wonderfully dry.",Rosemary's Vineyard,46,94,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2009 Rosemary's Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2009-rosemarys-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Talley 14,Red,Italy,"This luscious blend of mostly Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese shows bright cherry and blueberry characteristics backed by smooth richness and velvety texture. The wine is soft, dense and delicious overall. It presents a beautiful portrait of Tuscan wine.",Camartina,150,94,Tuscany,Toscana,,Agricola Querciabella 2006 Camartina Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-querciabella-2006-camartina-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Agricola Querciabella 13.8,Red,US,"Somewhere between the acidity and dryness, this Pinot has a terrifically interesting core. It's a subtle wine, now suggesting cherry fruit, now retreating in favor of earthier mushrooms, minerals and pine needles, framed in firm tannins. Strikes out new territory for cool-climate Pinot Noir, less ripe, lower in alcohol and more exciting.",McDougall Vineyard,58,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Dutton-Goldfield 2009 McDougall Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2009-mcdougall-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dutton-Goldfield 14.7,Red,US,"Domaine Serene has been dialing down the new oak (at least as far as its impact on the wines) and making more and more nuanced wines, that truly capture the terroir of their spectacular Dundee Hills vineyards. Here is a beautiful mix of supple fruits—cherries and berries, with appealing sweetness—along with delicate highlights of spice and herb. It's finished with a creamy streak of buttery chocolate. Pure pleasure.",Mark Bradford Vineyard,90,94,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Domaine Serene 2008 Mark Bradford Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2008-mark-bradford-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Serene 11,White,US,"A two-barrel selection consisting of the favorite sweeter barrel from each of the two estate vineyards. Intense, bright and focused, with candied lemon/lime fruit flavors. The power and concentration of the wine is remarkable.",Estates Reserve,32,95,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Trisaetum 2010 Estates Reserve Riesling (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2010-estates-reserve-riesling-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Riesling,2010,Trisaetum 14.5,White,US,"A brilliant Chardonnay. Almost nothing quite like it out there. Great, zesty acidity makes the mouth water, and oak is strongly there but perfectly vindicated by the power of the underlying flavors. They suggest ripe pineapples and tropical fruits, peaches, honeysuckle and a firm, stony minerality that has to come from the soil. For all the richness, the wine is terrifically dry.",Fort Ross Vineyard,30,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fort Ross Winery 2009 Fort Ross Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-ross-2009-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Fort Ross Winery 13.5,Red,US,"Mouthwatering acidity and berry freshness mark this muscular young Pinot Noir. It's gritty in tannins and brilliant in acids, with subtle flavors of sour red cherries, persimmons and cola, as well as a mushroomy earthiness to which oak adds exotic sandalwood notes. Very dry and fine, complex and provocative, a wine to let warm in the glass as it changes by the minute. Drink now–2015.",Dutton Ranch - Freestone Hill Vineyard,58,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2009 Dutton Ranch - Freestone Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2009-ranch-freestone-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dutton-Goldfield 14.7,Red,US,"Amazingly Burgundian in style, showing intense black cherry, mushroom, truffle, tea and earthy notes. Dry, rich and complex in tannins, with a strong but balanced integration of new wood. Feels authoritative and firm in the mouth, with great weight yet an airy lightness. Drink now–2014.",Fiddlestix Vineyard,50,95,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Bonaccorsi 2008 Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2008-fiddlestix-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bonaccorsi 13.5,White,US,"Seriously good, brilliant in tart acidity even after the malolactic fermentation was completed, giving it a racy grip. Rich in pineapple and lemon tart flavors, yet crisp and elegant. A real beauty that will develop bottle complexity over the next six years.",Le Bon Climat,50,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Clendenen Family 2007 Le Bon Climat Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clendenen-family-2007-le-bon-climat-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Clendenen Family 14.5,Red,Italy,"Poggio al Tesoro, located in coastal Tuscany, is showing amazing results with Cabernet Franc. This plush and decadent expression boasts rich extraction and a long list of ripe, dark fruit aromas. It's a thick and meaty wine, with a smooth but rock-solid quality of tannin. Drink after 2015.",Dedicato a Walter,90,95,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio al Tesoro 2006 Dedicato a Walter Cabernet Franc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-tesoro-2006-dedicato-a-walter-cabernet-franc-toscana/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Poggio al Tesoro 13.5,Red,Italy,"Baffonero (“black mustache”) is a pure expression of Merlot and represents a new generation of exciting super Tuscans from the southern part of Tuscany. Rocca di Frassinello is betting on this wine to match the greatest Italian Merlots and this first vintage is very impressive indeed. Soft cherry is followed by chocolate, exotic spice, tobacco and clove.",Baffonero,120,95,Tuscany,Maremma,,Rocca di Frassinello 2008 Baffonero (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-frassinello-2008-baffonero-merlot-maremma/,Merlot,2008,Rocca di Frassinello 11,Dessert,Austria,"When it becomes a sweet wine, Chardonnay's natural richness shows immensely. This wine has orange and crystallized orange flavors along with intense concentration. A smooth texture is given just the right lift by acidity.",Nouvelle Vague Nummer 8 Trockenbeerenauslese,103,95,Burgenland,,,Kracher 2008 Nouvelle Vague Nummer 8 Trockenbeerenauslese Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2008-nouvelle-vague-nummer-8-trockenbeerenauslese-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2008,Kracher 14.5,Red,US,"From the vineyard's choicest blocks. There's so much going on here, it's hard to know where to begin. Explosive in grilled meats, blackberries, plum jam, licorice, coffee, chocolate, caramel, black pepper and Chinese 5 spice, yet bone dry, with smooth, rich tannins. Extraordinarily good now, and should develop in interesting ways. Certainly one of the best California Syrahs of the last few vintages.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,52,96,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bien Nacido 2007 Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bien-nacido-2007-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2007,Bien Nacido 13.5,Red,US,"A stunning Pinot Noir. Feels soft as silk, yet crisp, tastes flamboyant yet controlled, a wine that contains many opposites. Made from a barrel selection of the best of winemaker Clendenen's Bien Nacido Pinots, it's superb to drink now. Hard to exaggerate its charms, with waves of spicy raspberries, cherries, cola and sandalwood. Really seductive and impressive.",20 Years in the Shed with Bob at Bien Nacido,75,96,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Au Bon Climat 2008 20 Years in the Shed with Bob at Bien Nacido Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2008-20-years-in-shed-with-bob-at-bien-nacido-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Au Bon Climat 6,Dessert,Austria,"The smoothest, ripest wine, its opulent character brought out by the touch of wood. It is so rich, the honey edge surrounded by ripe mango and pineapple with a light touch of acidity. Age this wine for several years.",Nouvelle Vague Nummer 12 Trockenbeerenauslese,,96,Burgenland,,,Kracher 2008 Nouvelle Vague Nummer 12 Trockenbeerenauslese Chardonnay (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2008-nouvelle-vague-nummer-12-trockenbeerenauslese-chardonnay-burgenland/,Chardonnay,2008,Kracher 13.7,Red,US,"From the southernmost part of the appellation comes this very deeply flavored Pinot Noir. It bursts in the mouth with mushu plum sauce and cherry fruit and the most marvelous feral notes of mushrooms, minerals, hung meat, forest spices and herbs. It's quite a tannic wine, giving it a brooding quality. Huge, massive, stunning. Should glidepath through the next 6–8 years.",Microcosm,50,96,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2009 Microcosm Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2009-microcosm-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Babcock 13,White,Austria,"A beautifully perfumed wine is give shape by its great swathe of minerality, its intense acidity. The fruits range from citrus to white peach, a gallery of delicious flavor. Like any great Riesling, it needs years to mature.",Hochrain Smaragd,103,96,Wachau,,,Franz Hirtzberger 2010 Hochrain Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franz-hirtzberger-2010-hochrain-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2010,Franz Hirtzberger 14.9,White,US,"Shafer consistently produces one of the biggest, fruitiest Chardonnays in California, and yet the wine remains balanced and interesting. The 2009 Red Shoulder Ranch is gigantic in pineapples, pears, mangoes, tangerines and honey, yet so minerally and crisp that somehow it finishes dry.",Red Shoulder Ranch,48,96,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Shafer 2009 Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2009-red-shoulder-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Shafer 14.5,Red,US,"A gigantic wine, one of the most powerful Syrahs in memory. Shows fabulously rich tannins from stem fermentation, sweet, spicy and earthy. The aromas and flavors are of mushrooms, grilled meat, blackberries, cherries, cola, black pepper and smoky cedar. Extraordinary depth and complexity, a very great California Syrah. Could soar off the charts in the next 2–3 years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard 25th Anniversary X-Block The Good Nacido,100,97,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Qupé 2006 Bien Nacido Vineyard 25th Anniversary X-Block The Good Nacido Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2006-bien-nacido-vineyard-25th-anniversary-x-block-good-nacido-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2006,Qupé 13.5,White,Austria,"A supreme wine, the embodiment of Wachau Riesling. The steely character with its parallel acidity is beautifully integrated into grapefruit and perfumed white fruits. A taut, nervy texture adds tension to a wine that will age 10 years or more.",Singerriedel Smaragd,144,97,Wachau,,,Franz Hirtzberger 2010 Singerriedel Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franz-hirtzberger-2010-singerriedel-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2010,Franz Hirtzberger 5,Dessert,Austria,"A beautiful wine that is almost like nectar. It has extreme freshness, while the acidity is a wonderful contrast. Such concentrated orange flavors and a smooth texture while there is a great citrus edge.",Zwischen den Seen Nummer 11 Trockenbeerenauslese,103,97,Burgenland,,,Kracher 2008 Zwischen den Seen Nummer 11 Trockenbeerenauslese Scheurebe (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2008-zwischen-den-seen-nummer-11-trockenbeerenauslese-other-white-scheurebe-burgenland/,Scheurebe,2008,Kracher 14,Red,Italy,"Each new vintage of Galatrona proves, year after year, the enormous potential of Italian Merlot. This is a soft and beautifully decadent wine with plush and perfectly ripe aromas of black cherry, light spice, chocolate and tobacco. The smoothness, richness and persistency is simply unbeatable.",Galatrona,134,97,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria Petrolo 2008 Galatrona Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-petrolo-2008-galatrona-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2008,Fattoria Petrolo 14.5,Red,Italy,"The 2007 Excelsus is a gorgeous super Tuscan expression (with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot) that shows quality and superior fruit on all levels. Castello Banfi has really hit a home run with this vintage. You'll encounter persuasive aromas of cassis, blackberry, chocolate, tobacco, curry leaf and deep renderings of exotic spice. The wine's texture is exceedingly smooth, rich and long lasting.",Excelsus,81,97,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 2007 Excelsus Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2007-excelsus-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Castello Banfi 8,Dessert,Austria,"Opulent honey and lemon aromas waft from the glass in this superrich but so balanced wine. The acidity is an essential element, cutting through the sweet orange, honey and ginger flavors. A gorgeous wine.",Zwischen den Seen Nummer 9 Trockenbeerenauslese,,98,Burgenland,,,Kracher 2008 Zwischen den Seen Nummer 9 Trockenbeerenauslese Welschriesling (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2008-zwischen-den-seen-nummer-9-trockenbeerenauslese-other-white-welschriesling-burgenland/,Welschriesling,2008,Kracher 15.3,Rose,US,Really not sure why 2008 is the current release or why it needs to be over 15% alcohol but the alcohol is definitely what defines this wine. It's oddly dark in color and equally strange on the nose.,Reserve Scarlet Syrah,17,80,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Cedar Mountain 2008 Reserve Scarlet Syrah Rosé (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedar-mountain-2008-reserve-scarlet-syrah-rose-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Rosé,2008,Cedar Mountain 13.4,Red,Argentina,"A weird wine with a distinct and overriding clove character that's manifested on the nose, palate and finish. One-dimensional and strange, with way too much clove impact.",,12,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argana 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argana-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Argana 12.5,Red,Spain,"Sweet red fruit aromas have a chemical artificiality to them. The palate is underdeveloped, thin and tastes medicinal. Drying and hollow on the finish.",Selección Crianza,14,80,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Campo Marin 2006 Selección Crianza Red (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-marin-2006-seleccion-crianza-red-carinena/,Red Blend,2006,Campo Marin 13.25,Red,US,"Not sure what's going on here but both bottles of this Cab smelled of diesel gasoline, burnt rubber and corn nuts.",Padre Amante Reserve,15,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sharabella Wines 2008 Padre Amante Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sharabella-wines-2008-padre-amante-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Sharabella Wines 14,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery on the nose, then sharp in the mouth, with herbal, sour plum flavors and weird funk as well. Bitter, tart and hard on the finish.",,8,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca El Origen 2010 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-origen-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2010,Finca El Origen 12.5,Dessert,Argentina,"Chunky, unfocused aromas tell you almost all you need to know. The wine is edgy and cidery, with mustard and pickled flavors. Stalky and jumbled on the finish.",Coiron Late Harvest,12,80,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Palo Alto 2010 Coiron Late Harvest Chardonnay (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palo-alto-2010-coiron-late-harvest-chardonnay-maipu/,Chardonnay,2010,Palo Alto 14.3,Red,US,"A soft, gluey Pinot Noir, with almost no structure and bizarre cherry candy and medicinal flavors.",Estate Grown,18,80,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2009 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2009-estate-grown-pinot-noir-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pietra Santa 14.5,Red,US,"Low in price, high in quantity, low in quality. Dry and tannic with an off taste, the wine doesn't get better with time.",Red Label,12,80,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Renwood 2007 Red Label Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2007-red-label-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,2007,Renwood 13.5,Red,US,"These vineyards seem to have been selected for unripe, vegetal grapes. Just manages to scrape by with a veneer of cherries.",Selected Vineyards,10,80,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2008 Selected Vineyards Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2008-selected-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2008,Concannon 15.5,Red,US,"Syrupy sweet and soft, with candied flavors that seriously lack structure.",,34,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pomar Junction 2009 Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomar-junction-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pomar Junction 13,Red,France,"Already showing signs of aging, this is hard, dry and tough. Not much pleasure there.",,25,81,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Moulin de Canhaut 2006 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-canhaut-2006-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Moulin de Canhaut 14,Red,Spain,"Stemmy, compost aromas lead to a rubbery, tannic palate with herbal, almost weedy flavors of baked berry. Caramel and green notes show up late.",Tinto,10,81,Levante,Yecla,,Carro 2009 Tinto Red (Yecla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carro-2009-tinto-red-yecla/,Red Blend,2009,Carro 12.5,White,Argentina,"Smells murky and sweaty, with corn and wheat aromas in addition to strained citrus. The palate is chunky, with acrid flavors that underwhelm. Finishes sulphuric, green and weedy.",VI,16,81,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Pulenta 2010 VI Sauvignon Blanc (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pulenta-estate-2010-vi-sauvignon-blanc-lujan-cuyo/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Pulenta 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Earthy and murky smelling, with hard, clamping tannins and a leafy, herbal, burnt character to the plum-packed palate. Bitter and peppery on the finish.",La Puerta,11,81,Other,Famatina Valley,,Valle de la Puerta 2010 La Puerta Syrah (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-puerta-2010-la-shiraz-syrah-syrah-famatina-valley/,Syrah,2010,Valle de la Puerta 13,Red,Argentina,"Smells muddled, like a mix of spiced ground beef and dusty earth. Cutting and citrusy on the palate, with pie cherry and sour plum flavors. Gritty and tart on the finish as well.",,7,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2010 Shiraz (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2010-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mendoza/,Shiraz,2010,Funky Llama 13.5,Red,Spain,"Burnt, gritty and ultraearthy on the nose, with mulchy, herbal accents. The palate is scratchy and tannic, with roasted fruit, scorched earth notes and hard tannins. Finishes with light vanilla and coconut.",Pasión,17,81,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emina 2009 Pasión (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2009-pasion-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Emina 16,Red,US,"The back of the label on this heavy bottle says about the wine that it is, “intentionally hostile” and they are not kidding. At 16% alcohol it's huge, alcoholic, juicy and fleshy with bacon fat and bologna aromas. A bit dull to many, hostile and full of flavor to others.",,26,81,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Earthquake 2009 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/earthquake-2009-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2009,Earthquake 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Murky out of the chute, with heavy plum aromas. The palate is sticky and seems on its way to turning flat. Tastes kind of mealy and dull, with red apple and caramel notes. Not fresh enough to do the job.",Cortijo III Rosado,10,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Cortijo 2010 Cortijo III Rosado Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortijo-2010-iii-rosado-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2010,Cortijo 14.5,Red,US,"This mountain Zin is aromatically akin to flat cola and alcohol, its tannins towering over the fruit like fortress bullies.",Mountain Selection,20,81,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Scott Harvey 2008 Mountain Selection Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-harvey-2008-mountain-selection-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Scott Harvey 15.5,Red,US,"This Fiddletown Zin, a yearly offering from Renwood, has a slight burnt smell of strong coffee and a burn on its finish, perhaps due to the high alcohol.",Fiddletown,25,81,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Renwood 2008 Fiddletown Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2008-fiddletown-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,2008,Renwood 16.4,Red,US,"At 16.4% alcohol this might as well be a Port, its aroma overwhelmingly sweet, overripe and dominated by caramel syrup. The tannins are mouthpuckeringly dry, too. Tasted two bottles, both of which had crumbling corks.",,22,81,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Longevity 2009 Sangiovese (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longevity-2009-sangiovese-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Sangiovese,2009,Longevity 13.7,Red,Argentina,"Briary, herbal plum and berry aromas come with a leafy, tomato side. Look for a hard and clacky mouthfeel with herbal, leafy flavors of red plum and cherry. Stays mulchy on the finish.",Casa Marguery,15,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Familia Marguery 2010 Casa Marguery Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-marguery-2010-casa-marguery-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Familia Marguery 13,White,Argentina,"Bitter orange and Fantastik cleaner aromas are not what you'd call lithe and welcoming. Spritzy and jumpy on the palate, with mealy orange and juniper flavors. Finishes pickled, with a tangy grapefruit carryover.",,10,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Espiritu de Argentina 2010 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espiritu-argentina-2010-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Espiritu de Argentina 13.5,Red,Spain,"Reedy and scratchy smelling, with green, medicinal scents mixed in. The palate is all acid, leading to sour plum and herbal pie cherry flavors. Super sharp and acidic all the way through.",Calma,15,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Calma 2008 Calma (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calma-2008-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Calma 14.8,Red,US,"Acidic and unripe, with sweet and sour cherry, asparagus and spice flavors, accented with smoky oak.",Kali Hart,21,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Talbott 2009 Kali Hart Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2009-kali-hart-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2009,Talbott 14.5,Red,US,"A tough, brittle Pinot Noir, dry and thin in fruit, whose considerable acids and tannins dominate. A touch of overripe raisins shows up in the bitter finish.",,22,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Waterstone 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterstone-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Waterstone 15.5,Red,US,"Sweet and Porty, an overripe wine with lots of ripe, jammy fruit and a hot finish.",Three Vines,28,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Manzanita Creek 2008 Three Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzanita-creek-2008-three-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Manzanita Creek 13.5,White,US,"A soft, frankly sweet wine, almost like a dessert sipper, with orange, apricot and honey flavors.",,14,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cupcake 2010 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cupcake-2010-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Cupcake 13.5,Red,France,"Heavily wooded wine, so dry, with the fruit lost in all the burnt toast character. It's all too much for the fresh style of 2008.",Esprit de Parenchère,30,82,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Parenchère 2008 Esprit de Parenchère (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-parenchere-2008-esprit-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château de Parenchère 10.5,Dessert,US,"Sweet red wines are making a comeback in the U.S., and if you're into them, this is your entry level. It's sugary and jammy.",Delicious,7,82,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Delicious Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-delicious-red-other/,Red Blend,,Barefoot 15.4,Red,US,"This high alcohol Zinfandel has a burn, and the flavors are unevenly ripened, with some green, vegetal notes.",Heritage Selection Zen Ranch,17,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2008 Heritage Selection Zen Ranch Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2008-heritage-selection-zen-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bianchi 14.5,Red,US,"A raw, hot wine, thin in fruit, showing overripe raisin and prune flavors.",De Luxe,30,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Manzanita Creek 2008 De Luxe Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzanita-creek-2008-luxe-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2008,Manzanita Creek 15.4,Red,US,"High alcohol gives this Zin jalapeño pepper heat, while the overripeness shows up as raisiny, Porty notes.",Cigar Zin,22,82,California,California Other,California,M. Cosentino 2008 Cigar Zin Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2008-cigar-zin-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,M. Cosentino 9,White,Portugal,"A sweet, sugar-water Vinho Verde, refreshing with acidity. Drink now.",,,82,Vinho Verde,,,Lagosta 2010 White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagosta-2010-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Lagosta 13.5,Red,US,"A thin, harsh Merlot, lacking generosity, with modest berry and oak flavors.",,14,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cupcake 2009 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cupcake-2009-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2009,Cupcake 10,Rose,US,"A little on the sweet, soft side. The flavors are of orange tea, honey and cinnamon.",White,10,82,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2010 White Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2010-white-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2010,Glen Ellen 13.5,Red,US,"Not much going on in this dry wine. It's thin in fruit, making the acidity stick out with a sharp cut.",,14,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cupcake 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cupcake-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Cupcake 13,Red,Argentina,"Stemmy and funky smelling, with a burnt, stalky element to the core aromas. The palate grates and tastes of stemmy, burnt berry fruit. Stemmy and herbal on the finish as well.",,10,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Espiritu de Argentina 2009 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espiritu-argentina-2009-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2009,Espiritu de Argentina 14,Red,Australia,"Marked by bouncy, confected fruit and very soft and sweet-tasting flavors, this is a disappointing effort.",,10,82,South Australia,South Australia,,Paringa 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paringa-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Paringa 14.5,Red,US,"This blend of Syrah, Grenache and a few other varieties feels hot in the mouth, even though the alcohol is officially only 14.5%. It's thin and dry in jammy berry flavors.",Troublemaker,18,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Austin Hope NV Troublemaker Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/austin-hope-nv-troublemaker-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,,Austin Hope 13.5,Red,South Africa,A low intensity wine with simple fruit flavors of berry and plum and a slight effervescence in the mouth.,The Ruins,10,82,Robertson,,,Bon Cap 2010 The Ruins Syrah-Cabernet (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bon-cap-2010-ruins-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-robertson/,Syrah-Cabernet,2010,Bon Cap 13.2,Red,Argentina,"Scratchy, reedy raspberry aromas set up an edgy, tight and drying wash of tart plum fruit and then a peppery, woodspiced finish. Tart and astringent overall.",,12,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argana 2010 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argana-2010-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2010,Argana 11.5,White,Portugal,"Somewhat lean, with tight apples and grapefruit, and a metallic touch that spoils the acidity.",Escolha,5,82,Vinho Verde,,,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Barca 2010 Escolha White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-ponte-barca-2010-escolha-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Barca 14.9,Red,US,"Maybe they took all the leftover wine and mixed it together?. A Rhône-style blend based on Petite Sirah, it's dry, tannic and jammy.",Red4,16,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2009 Red4 Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2009-red4-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2009,Vina Robles 13,Red,US,"Dry and vegetal, with an asparagus taste alongside the cherries and blackberries. At this price, not bad if you're not fussy.",Proprietor's Reserve,10,82,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2009 Proprietor's Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2009-proprietors-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Glen Ellen 14.6,Red,Australia,"Very sweet and soft, with mocha notes punctuated by brighter berry flavors that come across as nearly cloying on the finish.",,10,82,South Australia,South Australia,,Paringa 2009 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paringa-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2009,Paringa 15.5,Red,US,"Sharp and aggressive in acidity and unripe tannins, with a green mint edge to the cherries and raspberries, which actually are quite sweet. It's an unbalanced, rustic wine with excessively high alcohol.",,36,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pomar Junction 2009 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomar-junction-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2009,Pomar Junction 15.4,Red,US,"Thin in structure, with simple, sweet jam and herb flavors, this Tannat has strong tannins and acids.",The Palindrome,22,82,California,California Other,California,Rock Wall 2009 The Palindrome Tannat (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2009-palindrome-other-red-tannat-other/,Tannat,2009,Rock Wall 13.5,White,Argentina,"Heavy and oily smelling, and a bit mealy, too. The palate is o.k. in feel; but it's vapid and pithy tasting, with bitterness to the finish. Underwhelming.",,12,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Septima 2010 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/septima-2010-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Septima 11,Rose,Portugal,"Sweet rosé from the Vinho Verde region, this has some fresh raspberry and a light prickle to make it just that extra bit refreshing.",Vinho,,82,Vinho Verde,,,Lagosta 2010 Vinho Rosé (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagosta-2010-vinho-rose-vinho-verde/,Rosé,2010,Lagosta 13.5,Red,US,"Sweet, soft and jammy, with raspberry, bacon and bubblegum flavors.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2009 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2009-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2009,Glen Ellen 12,Red,Portugal,"Described as medium sweet, this is soft and sugary, its tannins at an awkward angle to the soft surroundings. This style works better with the rosé and white versions of Portada.",Portada Tinto,9,82,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2009 Portada Tinto Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2009-portada-tinto-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2009,DFJ Vinhos 13,Red,France,"Dry, dark-hued tannins cut through the wine, giving it a bitter feel. It is tough, firm, missing the balancing fruit.",,10,82,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Virecourt 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-virecourt-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Virecourt 12.5,Rose,Portugal,"Caramel and strawberry aromas lead to a ripe, while still, crisp crushed red berry wine. Good acidity, a light just off-dry texture.",Azul Portugal,11,83,Setubal,,,Wines & Winemakers 2010 Azul Portugal Rosé (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2010-azul-portugal-rose-setubal/,Rosé,2010,Wines & Winemakers 13.5,White,US,"Dry and crisp in acidity, with citrus flavors, but fundamentally unripe. It has a strong streak of green chlorophyll, mint and ammonia that could charitably be described as gooseberry.",,18,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Starmont 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starmont-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Starmont 14.6,Red,US,"A streak of unripe green mint mars this wine. It's almost vegetal, stealing the thunder from the cherry and oak flavors. The tannins and acidity are beautiful, but that asparagus note is disturbing.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,40,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Talbott 2009 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2009-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Talbott 14.9,Red,US,"Thin and simple, with ripe wild berry, cherry, currant, tobacco and pepper spice flavors that finish dry and watery.",Meeks Hilltop Ranch,25,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2007 Meeks Hilltop Ranch Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2007-meeks-hilltop-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Wellington 13.5,Red,US,"Thin, with acidic cherry flavors and a touch of oak. Saved by dryness and a nice Pinot silkiness.",Proprietor's Reserve,10,83,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2010 Proprietor's Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2010-proprietors-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Glen Ellen 14.4,Red,US,"One-dimensional and silky, with candied cherry and raspberry flavors that finish a little sweet.",,18,83,California,California Other,California,Dewitt 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dewitt-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Dewitt 13.5,Red,Australia,"This light- to medium-bodied Shiraz is crisp and tart, yet also shows some dried-fruit character on the finish.",Masterpeace,10,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Andrew Peace 2009 Masterpeace Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-peace-2009-masterpeace-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2009,Andrew Peace 13.5,Red,US,"Feels acidic and thin in the mouth, with raspberry fruit and wintergreen mint flavors. On the plus side, it's dry and silky. An okay Pinot for this price.",,13,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Brophy Clark 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brophy-clark-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Brophy Clark 14,Red,Spain,"Berry and prune aromas are heavy and rubbery. The palate is quite acidic, with plum and cherry tomato flavors leading to a stern, crisp and grabby finish. Turns more linear and astringent the longer it's open.",La Aldea,8,83,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas la Aldea 2009 La Aldea Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-aldea-2009-la-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2009,Bodegas la Aldea 15.5,Red,US,"Unfortunately, a vast disappointment after the 2008, this vintage is gamy on the nose and smooth drinking at first but simple, with no spiciness, no nuances, too much sugar, not enough acid and so high in alcohol) without the fruit to tame.",6th Sense Syrah,16,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Michael David 2009 6th Sense Syrah Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-david-2009-6th-sense-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,2009,Michael David 14.5,Red,US,"A pretty simple little Syrah, fruity and sweet in cherries, with a sugary finish. Will pair nicely with a cheeseburger.",,19,83,California,California Other,California,HAGT 2009 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagt-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2009,HAGT 14,Red,Spain,"Earthy and briary aromas lack fruit except for a pinch of cherry. The palate is tight and choppy, with herbal, oaky flavors that again show little to no fruit. Dry and lightly toasted on the finish, which is tangy.",Ibéricos Crianza Tempranillo,21,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Torres 2008 Ibéricos Crianza Tempranillo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2008-ibericos-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Torres 14,Red,Australia,"Herbal and green peppercornish, with dark berry flavors and herbal-vegetal notes. Light and crisp; complex for the price.",DB Family Selection,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli 2008 DB Family Selection Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2008-db-family-selection-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2008,De Bortoli 13,White,US,"Sugary sweet n honeysuckle, pineapple and vanilla flavors, this Chard has the benefit of crisp acidity.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Glen Ellen 14.5,Red,Spain,"Starts out with leather and cheesy aromas, and beyond that there's not a lot of fruit on the bouquet. It's a chunky, heavy wine with thick, jammy plum flavors that have strong herbal undertones. Warm, grabby and baked on the finish, which is plodding.",Tinto,10,83,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Figaro 2009 Tinto Red (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/figaro-2009-tinto-red-calatayud/,Red Blend,2009,Figaro 14.1,White,US,"A clumsy wine that aims for white Bordeaux in style and falls far short. There's plenty of oak and lees, but the underlying wine is thin and disappointing in citrus flavor.",The Novelist,18,83,California,California Other,California,Cosentino 2008 The Novelist Meritage (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cosentino-2008-novelist-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-other/,Meritage,2008,Cosentino 12.5,Red,France,"Very soft wine, with gentle berry fruit flavors, cinnamon and a light, ripe character. Black currant fruits emerge from the light texture with an attractive tannic layer.",,14,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Beauregard-Ducourt 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-beauregard-ducourt-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Beauregard-Ducourt 11.5,Sparkling,Australia,"Yellow Tail's sparkler is an aromatic blend of Semillon, Traminer, Viognier and Trebbiano that manages to be largely neutral on the palate at the same time it's perfumed on the nose. Frothy and off dry.",Bubbles Sparkling White Wine,10,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yellow Tail NV Bubbles Sparkling White Wine Sparkling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-nv-bubbles-sparkling-white-wine-south-eastern/,Sparkling Blend,,Yellow Tail 13,Red,Australia,"Earthy and tealike, with those attributes framed by charred, nutty oak. It's supple enough to be balanced for immediate consumption.",Deen De Bortoli Vat 10,15,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli 2009 Deen De Bortoli Vat 10 Pinot Noir (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2009-deen-de-vat-10-pinot-noir-south-eastern/,Pinot Noir,2009,De Bortoli 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smells earthy and leathery, with a grilled meat element to the nose. The palate runs sharp and high in acid, with narrow plum flavors. Doesn't offer a whole lot on the finish. More rubbery and tart than ideal.",Andes Crossing,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pasaje Alto 2010 Andes Crossing Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasaje-alto-2010-andes-crossing-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Pasaje Alto 12,Rose,Portugal,"Soft, sweet raspberry fruit-flavored wine. It has a line of acidity while its main character is the light, sweet aftertaste. Screwcap.",Coreto,6,83,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 Coreto Rosé (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-coreto-rose-lisboa/,Rosé,2010,DFJ Vinhos 11.5,Rose,Portugal,"Light, sweet rosé, with just hints of acidity to give it a red berry freshness.",Portada,9,83,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2009 Portada Rosé (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2009-portada-rose-lisboa-138896/,Rosé,2009,DFJ Vinhos 10.5,Rose,Portugal,"On the dry side, with caramel and strawberry flavors, this is an attractive, bright rosé, as fresh as they come.",Escolha,5,83,Vinho Verde,,,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Barca 2010 Escolha Rosé (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-cooperativa-ponte-barca-2010-escolha-rose-vinho-verde/,Rosé,2010,Adega Cooperativa Ponte de Barca 12,Red,Portugal,"Light red wine, with a stalky black currant character. It is very fruity, showing herbs and soft tannins. Almost an apéritif red, certainly one for lightly flavored dishes.",Casal Garcia Tinto,8,83,Portuguese Table Wine,,,Aveleda 2010 Casal Garcia Tinto Red (Portuguese Table Wine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2010-casal-garcia-tinto-red-portuguese-table-wine/,Portuguese Red,2010,Aveleda 13,Rose,Argentina,"Heavy and stalky smelling, with burnt aromas. The leaden palate is weighty and short on freshness; tastes pithy and stalky, with some nectarine and plum thrown in. Seems to be fading.",Pianissimo,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Caligiore 2010 Pianissimo Rosé (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caligiore-2010-pianissimo-rose-mendoza/,Rosé,2010,Caligiore 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and syrupy smelling, with maple-covered doughnut and muddled spice and tree bark aromas. The palate is more cutting and acidic than expected, with a sheer mouthfeel and heavy vanilla and oak flavors covering up underdeveloped red fruit notes. Hard, crisp and tannic stuff.",Organic Legacy Old Vines,25,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Caligiore 2008 Organic Legacy Old Vines Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caligiore-2008-organic-legacy-old-vines-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Caligiore 14.5,Red,US,"This blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre is unbalanced. It's sweet in dessert red berry fruit, with an awkward streak of acidity.",,13,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brophy Clark 2009 G-S-M (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brophy-clark-2009-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,G-S-M,2009,Brophy Clark 11.5,White,Portugal,"A soft Vinho Verde, with white fruit flavors, only light acidity and some final sweetness. An attractive apéritif.",Clemens Reserva,14,83,Vinho Verde,,,Wines & Winemakers 2010 Clemens Reserva White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2010-clemens-reserva-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Wines & Winemakers 13.3,Red,Argentina,"Candied and green on the nose, with odd spice scents. The palate is lean in weight and hollow in the middle, with simple red fruit, cough drop and caramel flavors. Finishes basic and short.",,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gardel 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gardel-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Gardel 13,White,US,"Simple and sweet, with jammy pineapple, orange and apricot flavors leading to a soft, honeyed finish.",Selected Vineyards,10,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2010 Selected Vineyards Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2010-selected-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Concannon 14,Red,Spain,"Sweet red plum aromas are candied and jumbled. The wine is clacky in the mouth, with a lot of acidity and narrow, sweet cherry flavors. Shows heat and burn on the finish. 50% Tempranillo-50% Merlot.",Dance Del Mar,12,83,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Solar de Urbezo 2010 Dance Del Mar Tempranillo-Merlot (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solar-urbezo-2010-dance-mar-red-blend-tempranillo-merlot-carinena/,Tempranillo-Merlot,2010,Solar de Urbezo 13.5,White,US,It's all about oak in this Chardonnnay. Not much going on beyond the obvious attempt at flattery with buttered toast and vanilla flavors. Maybe a little peach and pineapple candy thrown in for good measure.,,20,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Starmont 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starmont-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Starmont 13.5,Red,Spain,"Concentrated on the nose, with medicinal berry aromas that become more stemmy and herbal with time. The flavor profile is herbal and medicinal just like the bouquet; solid in terms of feel.",,10,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Tapeña 2009 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapena-2009-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2009,Tapeña 13.5,White,US,"Overtly sweet, with a white sugar edge to the citrus fruits, this is basically a dessert wine. Earns extra credit for cleanness and crisp acidity.",,11,83,California,California Other,California,Robert Mondavi 2010 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Robert Mondavi 13,Rose,Spain,"Salmon colored, with somewhat flat aromas of peach and sweet melon. Sweet on the palate, with weight and thickness along with cantaloupe and a candied aftertaste. Finishes chunky and flat; tasted twice with inconsistent findings. This note reflects the better bottle.",Rosado,14,83,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Ochoa 2010 Rosado Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochoa-2010-rosado-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,2010,Ochoa 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Red plum, tomato and brambly herbal aromas set up a snappy, astringent palate with strained raspberry, spice and herbal flavors. Very dry and acidic as it transitions to the finish. An herbal, sharp-edged red.",Tinto Fundación,11,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Notro 2010 Tinto Fundación Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notro-2010-tinto-fundacion-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2010,Notro 16,Red,US,"A heavy, sweet Zin. With 16% alcohol, it tastes like a simple Port, with raisin, blackberry and chocolate flavors.",Carreras Ranch,38,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Manzanita Creek 2005 Carreras Ranch Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzanita-creek-2005-carreras-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2005,Manzanita Creek 13,White,Argentina,"Salinic and minerally on the nose, with a hint of peach. The palate is wet and light, however the flavors run stalky and tart, with green banana and bitterness leading to a chalky finish. Quaffable.",,13,83,Other,San Juan,,Montepio 2010 Pinot Gris (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montepio-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-san-juan/,Pinot Gris,2010,Montepio 13.5,White,Argentina,"Sweet melon and apple aromas fall off to cheesy. The palate has some jump in it, but the flavors are generic and sweet, suggesting mealy citrus and banana. A rudimentary wine with a gimmicky name.",,8,83,Other,San Juan,,Arge & Tina 2009 Chardonnay (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arge-tina-2009-chardonnay-san-juan/,Chardonnay,2009,Arge & Tina 14,Red,Argentina,"Tomato leaf, rhubarb and herbal aromas come in front of a tight, tannic and prickly palate with green, spicy berry flavors. Turns hot and smacky on the finish, with carob and herbal flavors.",,8,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca El Origen 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-origen-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Finca El Origen 14.9,Red,US,"Pretty good for the price, with jammy cherry, berry, cocoa and spice flavors. An easy Zin to drink with BBQ or pasta with tomato sauce.",Old Vine,10,83,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2009 Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2009-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2009,Glen Ellen 13,White,Portugal,"Ripe and fruity, with some sweetness that does not seem to be fully integrated. So the green plum flavors are attractive, as is the acidity, but there is an intrusive sugary edge.",Segada Branco,8,83,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 Segada Branco White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-segada-branco-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2010,DFJ Vinhos 14,Rose,France,"Darker in color than normal rosé, Bordeaux Clairet also has more richness. This wine is concentrated with vanilla and sweet strawberry flavors, although with a lack of freshness. Treat this as a red wine.",,10,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Clairet,,Château de Parenchère 2010 Rosé (Bordeaux Clairet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-parenchere-2010-rose-clairet/,Rosé,2010,Château de Parenchère 12.5,Rose,Portugal,"Pink in color, a smooth wine, layered in caramel, missing real fruit.",Lello,9,83,Douro,,,Borges 2010 Lello Rosé (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2010-lello-rose-douro/,Rosé,2010,Borges 15.8,Red,US,"The Ukiah Valley gets hot, no doubt, but 15.8% alcohol on a Mendocino Cabernet is still hard to take. This wine is very tightly wound, a little hot, a little flabby with a minty, cedar nose and flavors of blackberry and chocolate that eventually come through.",Peterson Vineyard,24,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Jaxon Keys 2007 Peterson Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaxon-keys-2007-peterson-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Jaxon Keys 14.5,Red,Spain,"Herbal up front, with pine aromas in addition to berry and plum. The palate is tannic and kind of gritty feeling, with medicinal cherry and candied berry flavors. Finishes sweet, with some burn.",Old Vine,13,84,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Sierra de Viento 2008 Old Vine Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-viento-2008-old-vine-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2008,Sierra de Viento 14,Red,South Africa,"There's a good fruit core to this value Shiraz, with bright notes of cherry and strawberry thoughtout. The medium-weight mouth offers soft, approachable tannins and ends with a clean close.",,10,84,Western Cape,,,Two Oceans 2010 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-oceans-2010-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2010,Two Oceans 13.5,White,Argentina,"Opens with oily, hard aromas of peanut brittle and resin. After it airs out, it's lively in the mouth and grabby, with resiny, bitter notes mixing with core citrus flavors. Zesty but pithy on the finish.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tilia 2010 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tilia-2010-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Tilia 14.3,Red,US,"A gritty Pinot, with jammy raspberry and cherry flavors, and an awkward overlay of sweet, caramelized oak.",,29,84,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Prospero 2009 Pinot Noir (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prospero-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Pinot Noir,2009,Prospero 13.5,White,Argentina,"Light, lemony aromas come with a hint of buttercup. The palate is basic, wet and juicy, with average citrus and apple flavors. Finishes solid and mostly fresh, with generic sweet apple and melon notes along with some weight.",,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Proemio 2009 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/proemio-2009-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Proemio 14,Red,Spain,"Dark, crusty and minty on the nose, with obvious oak. The palate is tannic as a drill, with hard blackberry and herbal flavors. Toasty and peppery tasting on the finish, which is tough and drawing in feel.",Old Vines,10,84,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Pontecilla 2009 Old Vines Tempranillo (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pontecilla-2009-old-vines-tempranillo-calatayud/,Tempranillo,2009,Pontecilla 13,Red,Argentina,"Baked plum and berry aromas come in front of a lively palate with earthy berry and baked flavors. It's medicinal and spicy later on, with some grab and a simple, standard structure. 65% Malbec and 35% Merlot.",,11,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Wandering Grape 2010 Malbec-Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wandering-grape-2010-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-mendoza/,Malbec-Merlot,2010,Wandering Grape ,Red,US,"Some noticeable residual sugar, and a grapey, unfermented grape juice flavor brands this as an easy-drinking “wine with training wheels.” A clean, lightly peppery finish.",Red Wine,,84,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Rainier Ridge NV Red Wine Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rainier-ridge-nv-red-wine-other/,Red Blend,,Rainier Ridge 14.2,Red,US,"Bitterly dry and high in acidity, this Grenache lacks the richness needed to satisfy. Its cherry, cola and oak flavors are thin, all on the surface, giving it a fast, rustic feel.",Autumn Blend,19,84,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Tolosa 2009 Autumn Blend Grenache (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2009-autumn-blend-grenache-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Grenache,2009,Tolosa 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and hot, with some raisin flavors alongside the blackberries and mulberries. The finish is dry and astringent in tannins. Not likely to age, so drink up.",Estate Grown,18,84,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2007 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2007-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Pietra Santa 12.5,Red,France,"The Chartrons is the neighborhood of Bordeaux where the wine merchants traditionally worked. This branded Bordeaux is softly ripe, with an attractive density along with a dry core of tannins. Ready to drink now.",Baron des Chartrons,10,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Maison Duhard 2009 Baron des Chartrons (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-duhard-2009-baron-chartrons-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Maison Duhard 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Clipped and pruney smelling, with condensed, dull aromas. The palate is soft and mealy, with big tannins, heft and prune-like flavors. Never really finds solid ground or footing; substandard for Mendel.",,30,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mendel 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendel-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Mendel 15.3,White,US,"The poster child for too much oak. Swamps with buttered toast, caramel, butterscotch and vanilla flavors that are so sweet, it's almost like a dessert wine. There's lots of tangerines, pineapples, apricots and apples, but those barrel influences are too much.",Warren's Collection,40,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2009 Warren's Collection Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2009-warrens-collection-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Dutton Estate 15.2,Red,US,"Soft and sweet, like a melted fruit tart dessert in wine form. High alcohol gives a burn to the Porty raisin, blackberry and chocolate flavors.",Michael's Vineyard,32,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2008 Michael's Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2008-michaels-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Adelaida 14.1,White,US,"Combines brisk acidity and minerality with orange, pineapple and honey flavors. The oak overlay is sweet and heavy.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Brophy Clark 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brophy-clark-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Brophy Clark ,Red,US,"Watermelon and strawberry fruit flavors, a bit faint, suggests grapes that were not quite ripe. Perfectly quaffable, with lightly earthy flavors and a finishing streak of herb.",,13,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bridgman 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgman-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bridgman 14,Red,Argentina,"Opens with jammy aromas but it's also stewed and stalky. The palate is resiny and tannic, which means it's grabby. Tastes a bit leafy and burnt, with spiced, roasted red plum flavors. Offers mostly oak spice and heat on the finish.",made with organic grapes,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,VinEcol 2010 made with organic grapes Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinecol-2010-made-with-organic-grapes-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,VinEcol ,White,US,"A simple, easy wine to drink, crisp and slightly sweet in orange, lime, peach and pear flavors.",The Birdman,10,84,California,California Other,California,Big House 2010 The Birdman Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-house-2010-birdman-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Big House 12.5,White,Portugal,"Smooth, rounded wine, with vanilla, ripe pear and a bitter herbal finish. The wine feels fat, unfocused.",Lello Branco,9,84,Douro,,,Borges 2010 Lello Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2010-lello-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2010,Borges 13.5,Red,Spain,"Harsh and nervy on the nose, with early aromas of horseradish and chemical that subside with airing. The palate is medium in size, with grabby tannins and dry, oaky flavors mixed with herbal berry notes. Finishes resiny and short.",Cosme Palacio Vendimia Seleccionada,18,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2008 Cosme Palacio Vendimia Seleccionada (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2008-cosme-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodegas Palacio 14,Red,Spain,"Ultratight cherry and plum aromas create a lean red fruit profile. The palate is extra crisp and sheer, with piercing raspberry then a wash of oak flavor. Paper thin on the finish, with freshening acids and a final blast of oak.",Viña Zaco,15,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Bilbainas 2008 Viña Zaco (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bilbainas-2008-vina-zaco-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodegas Bilbainas 14.4,Red,US,"Simple and sharp in acidity, with jammy raspberry and cherry flavors commingling in an uncomfortable coating of sweet oak. This Rhône-style blend from Beckmen is a disappointment.",Cuvée Le Bec,18,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Beckmen 2009 Cuvée Le Bec Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-2009-cuvee-le-bec-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Beckmen 14,Red,Australia,"This is a light- to medium-bodied Shiraz with a bright profile of juicy red berries and just a hint of chocolate, turning rather crisp on the finish. Drink now.",,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Queensgate 2009 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/queensgate-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2009,Queensgate 13,White,US,"Sweetness marks this wine, giving it a sugary finish. The flavors are jammy, of pineapples, oranges and apricots. A good hit of acidity provides vital balance.",Estate Grown,18,84,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2010 Estate Grown Pinot Grigio (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2010-estate-grown-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Pietra Santa 15.3,Red,US,"Too sweet. Whether that's because of leftover sugar, high alcohol or both, this Zin is more like a Porty dessert wine. It's delicious and rich, but the sweetness has to be counted as a defect.",Carlisle Vineyard,34,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Novy 2009 Carlisle Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2009-carlisle-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Novy 14.6,Red,US,"Dark, dark, dark is this estate-grown Syrah, closed at the nose except for the profusion of alcohol, grippy with lots of oak and crazy, teeth-staining tannins.","Estate Grown, Reserve",35,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,"Naggiar 2008 Estate Grown, Reserve Syrah (Sierra Foothills)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naggiar-2008-estate-grown-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2008,Naggiar 10,White,Portugal,"A light, bright, sweet apple juice-flavored wine. It has an attractive prickle and soft texture. A fine, fresh apéritif.",Casal Garcia Branco,8,84,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2010 Casal Garcia Branco White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2010-casal-garcia-branco-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Aveleda 14.2,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend with some Sonoma Cabernet added, this wine is soft and overtly sweet. It tastes like a chocolate, cherry, blackberry and roasted almond granola candy, melted into wine.",Ella Sofia Joie de Vivre,61,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jeff Gordon 2007 Ella Sofia Joie de Vivre Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeff-gordon-2007-ella-sofia-joie-vivre-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Jeff Gordon 13.5,White,South Africa,Clean and light with easy-pleasing notes of red apple flesh and tropical fruit acidity. A touch of buttered toasted challah bread adds depth to the close. Drink now.,,10,84,Western Cape,,,Two Oceans 2010 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-oceans-2010-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2010,Two Oceans 13.8,White,US,"Clean and fresh, with light citrus and apple flavors. A pleasant, somewhat beery flavor.",,8,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Stonecap 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecap-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Stonecap 14.6,Red,US,"A hard, tannic Syrah, difficult to fall in love with. Edna Valley's cool climate has given it tart acidity and wintergreen flavors, sweetened with oak.",Estate,28,84,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2008 Estate Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2008-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2008,Tolosa 14.8,White,US,"Sweet and candied, with pineapple and tangerine jam, vanilla cream and buttered toast flavors. Interestingly, the oak is from Hungary.",,15,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Shipwreck 2009 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shipwreck-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Shipwreck 14,Red,Argentina,"Stalky aromas suggest hay and green herbs, with raspberry in the backdrop. It's hot and short in terms of mouthfeel, with herbal flavors leading the way and berry fruit running behind. Dry red fruit and herbal notes dominate the finish.",Finca La Niña,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Cristobal 1492 2010 Finca La Niña Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-cristobal-1492-2010-finca-nina-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1492,Don Cristobal 1492 14.5,White,US,"Tastes as sweet as a dessert wine, with caramelized new oak and sugary pineapple, orange and apricot jam flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. Will appeal to those who like this style.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,De Loach 13.8,White,Argentina,"Starts out volatile, with a burning sensation to the nose. After settling, the palate shows heat along with baked apple, melon and bitterness. Finishes solid but pithy, with some leftover heat.",Reserva,12,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Finca El Origen 2010 Reserva Viognier (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-origen-2010-reserva-viognier-uco-valley/,Viognier,2010,Finca El Origen 14.8,Red,US,One must strain to smell the ripe plum at first in this wine that is otherwise more tannic than juicy or flavorful. Buoyed by American oak and a dash or two of Syrah and Petite Sirah it's rightly priced.,Old Vine Zinfandel,11,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Zynthesis 2009 Old Vine Zinfandel Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zynthesis-2009-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2009,Zynthesis 12,Rose,Italy,"Bardolino Chiaretto is an elegant and delicate wine with pretty highlights of rose, raspberry and sweet cassis berry. The wine shows a soft, yielding nature in the mouth with a touch of crisp acidity on the close.",,12,84,Veneto,Bardolino Chiaretto,,Tommasi 2009 Bardolino Chiaretto,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2009-rose-bardolino-chiaretto/,Rosé,2009,Tommasi 13.5,White,US,"For the price, a pretty good Chardonnay. It's dryish to sweet, with pineapple, orange, buttered toast and vanilla flavors.",Private Selection,11,84,California,California Other,California,Robert Mondavi 2010 Private Selection Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2010-private-selection-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Robert Mondavi 13.5,Red,US,"A simple wine, but the price is right, and it will do well at a big party. Shows sweetly ripe blackberry and cherry fruit, with a nice, full-bodied mouthfeel.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Robert Mondavi 2009 Meritage (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2009-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-other/,Meritage,2009,Robert Mondavi 13,White,Argentina,"Neutral on the nose, with a touch of white fruit essence peeking through. The palate is easygoing and slightly lemony, with lemon-lime flavors and tropical overtones. Finishes sweet and bland.",,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valentín Bianchi 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2010-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Valentín Bianchi 14.75,Red,US,"Tight and tannic, like red brick, bread and caramel, this Lodi Primitivo has 5% Barbera mixed in but the entire effort tastes of not-quite-ripe blackberries.",Sorriso,22,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sorelle Winery 2009 Sorriso Primitivo (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorelle-winery-2009-sorriso-zinfandel-primitivo-central-valley-lodi/,Primitivo,2009,Sorelle Winery 14,Red,Spain,"Herbal, earthy aromas tell the story. The wine has heft and stemmy qualities, with sweet berry and coffee flavors along with mounting warmth. Turns more herbal and earthy as it airs out, with staunch acidity and a rubbery tannic grip.",Made With Organic Grapes,9,84,Spain Other,Spain,,Silvae 2009 Made With Organic Grapes Monastrell (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvae-2009-made-with-organic-grapes-mourvedre-monastrell-other/,Monastrell,2009,Silvae 13.9,Red,Argentina,"A disjointed, out-of-the-box Malbec that starts out peanutty and earthy on the nose. Things round out aromatically, but in the mouth it's angular and edgy, with stunted blackberry flavors offset by tartness. Has its positives but overall it doesn't fully click.",Don David Reserve,16,84,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Michel Torino 2009 Don David Reserve Malbec (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2009-don-david-reserve-malbec-calchaqui-valley/,Malbec,2009,Michel Torino 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Hot and spicy on the nose, with red pepper flake and floral red berry aromas. The palate is quite sharp and sheering, with raspberry, red plum and medicinal flavors. Hard and hot on the finish, with tangy acids and prevailing juiciness.",Inspiratto,16,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Matias Bertona Wines 2008 Inspiratto Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matias-bertona-wines-2008-inspiratto-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Matias Bertona Wines 14.8,White,US,"Takes the popular route, with caramelized oak and ripe fruit that taste sweet. Almost like a dessert wine, showing tangerine, vanilla and buttered toast flavors that pall after a sip or two.",,25,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pure Cru 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pure-cru-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Pure Cru 13.6,White,US,Brisk acidity is the best thing about this sweet Sauvignon Blanc. It has jammy flavors of pineapples and oranges. Bring on the sausages and ham.,East Side Vineyards,12,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2010 East Side Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2010-east-side-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Pedroncelli 13.5,Red,US,"An inexpensive, large-production Pinot that's overly earthy and a little thin on the finish with a smidgen of residual sugar thrown in too, but reasonably priced and decently quaffable with food.","Selected Vineyards, Central Coast",10,84,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,"Concannon 2009 Selected Vineyards, Central Coast Pinot Noir (Livermore Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2009-selected-central-coast-pinot-noir-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Concannon 13.5,White,US,"This is a rich, fruity Chardonnay that's sweet in pineapple, orange and buttered toast flavors. A nice cut of acidity provides needed balance.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Clos La Chance 2010 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Clos La Chance 13.5,Rose,Argentina,"Funky smelling, with a mix of sweat, hot summer field and leather. It's more fresh in the mouth, with adequate acidity and stalky, slightly minty flavors mixed with mild berry notes.",Malbec,14,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gauchezco 2010 Malbec Rosé (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gauchezco-2010-malbec-rose-mendoza/,Rosé,2010,Gauchezco 14.5,Red,US,"Overoaked, with sweet, caramelized wood and vanilla flavors dominating an otherwise soft, ripe wine. The blackberries and cherries have a sugary finish, making the wine tiresome.",Ella Sofia,65,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jeff Gordon 2007 Ella Sofia Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeff-gordon-2007-ella-sofia-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Jeff Gordon 12.5,White,Portugal,"A blend of Arinto and Fernão Pires, this is very aromatic, full of citrus flavors, crisp and clean. Light, refreshing, quaffing wine. Screwcap.",Cortello Branco,,84,Lisboa,,,Dão Sul 2010 Cortello Branco White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2010-cortello-branco-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2010,Dão Sul 13,Red,Portugal,"A smooth wine, feeling light in style, with a touch of acidity to go with the gentle tannins. It is now quite ready to drink, easy and approachable.",Vista Tinto,10,84,Beiras,,,Caves Aliança 2008 Vista Tinto Tinta Roriz (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2008-vista-tinto-tempranillo-tinta-roriz-beiras/,Tinta Roriz,2008,Caves Aliança 14,Red,Spain,"Opens with aromas of funky fruit, sweet spice and Band-Aid. The palate is heavy and kind of flat, with weight and richness. Tastes candied and herbal, with a sweet and syrupy finish that's sticky at first and then burns a little as it fades away.",Parcela 23,21,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Finca Constancia 2009 Parcela 23 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-constancia-2009-parcela-23-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2009,Finca Constancia 12.5,Red,Italy,"A 80-20 blend of Cabernet and Corvina (a native grape of northern Italy), this refreshing red wine opens with a lively ruby color and simple aromas of berry fruit and red rose petal. Pair this wine with picnic foods such as grilled sausage or hamburger.",Cabernet and Corvina 3 liter BIB,20,84,,Venezie,,Duca del Frassino 2009 Cabernet and Corvina 3 liter BIB Red (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-frassino-2009-cabernet-corvina-3-liter-bib-red-venezie/,Red Blend,2009,Duca del Frassino 12.5,Rose,Portugal,"A dry style of rosé, with some caramel character along with refreshing acidity. The wine is fresh, stylish, with a smooth texture and a crisp aftertaste.",Casa do Lago,9,84,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 Casa do Lago Rosé (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-casa-lago-rose-lisboa/,Rosé,2010,DFJ Vinhos 12,White,Portugal,"The most successful wine in the medium-sweet Portada range, with its light honey and lemon flavors, both crisp and soft, ready to drink.",Portada Branco,,84,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2009 Portada Branco White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2009-portada-branco-white-lisboa-138898/,Portuguese White,2009,DFJ Vinhos 15,Red,US,"Something is lacking in this, which has a dominant aroma of baked bread and savory mushrooms. Tannic and oaky, its year spent in American oak, 30% of that new, hasn't done it many favors.",,22,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Jacuzzi 2009 Primitivo (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacuzzi-2009-zinfandel-primitivo-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Primitivo,2009,Jacuzzi 14,Red,Argentina,"A bit stalky to begin with; there's tobacco, herbs and generic berry aromas that turn raisiny upon airing. The palate is definitely on the raisiny side, and thus it's sweet, a bit flat and ultimately tastes and feels slightly overripe.",Postales,11,84,Other,Neuquén,,Bodega del Fin del Mundo 2010 Postales Malbec (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-fin-mundo-2010-postales-malbec-neuquen/,Malbec,2010,Bodega del Fin del Mundo 13,Red,Portugal,"Light-textured wine, with its berry fruits dominant. Hints of wood aging balance with fruit tannins and acidity. Very accessible, the finish earthy and rustic.",,10,84,Alentejo,,,Alente 2007 Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alente-2007-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2007,Alente 14,Red,France,"Should Bordeaux be 14%? Maybe, but not this wine. It is too big, dry, tannin-dominated and heavy. There is way too much extraction, and it shows in the bitter character.",Cuvée Raphaël,20,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Parenchère 2009 Cuvée Raphaël (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-parenchere-2009-cuvee-raphael-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Parenchère 12.5,Rose,Portugal,"Made from Tinta Roriz, this attractively ripe rosé is simply fruity, with candy softness as well as some fresh acidity.",Vista,9,84,Beiras,,,Caves Aliança 2010 Vista Rosé (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-2010-vista-rose-beiras/,Rosé,2010,Caves Aliança 9.5,White,Portugal,"Perfect apéritif Vinho Verde, light as a feather, attractively laced with citrus and peach flavors. It has a light prickle on the tongue, with a soft aftertaste.",Salsus Colheita,9,84,Vinho Verde,,,Wines & Winemakers 2010 Salsus Colheita White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2010-salsus-colheita-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Wines & Winemakers 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A fruity wine, with juicy red fruits and a balance of light, dry tannins. The wine is dusty, firm, showing some earthy barnyard character. The aftertaste brings out acidity.",Companhia das Lezírias Catapereiro Tinto,12,84,Tejo,,,Wines & Winemakers 2010 Companhia das Lezírias Catapereiro Tinto Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wines-winemakers-2010-companhia-das-lezirias-catapereiro-tinto-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2010,Wines & Winemakers 13.2,Red,US,"A rare Washington Nebbiolo, from a recently planted Yakima Valley vineyard, this has young vine flavors of berry candy. It's high-toned and slightly volatile, with some heat in the finish.",Estate,29,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Wilridge 2009 Estate Nebbiolo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-2009-estate-nebbiolo-columbia-valley-wa/,Nebbiolo,2009,Wilridge 14,Red,South Africa,Here's a lively and fruit-driven Pinotage with a hint of fudgy brownie adding depth to the forward black berry and cherry fruit. The palate is light and easygoing with low tannins and a short but clean finish. Drink up.,Bergkelder Selection,12,84,Coastal Region,,,Fleur Du Cap 2009 Bergkelder Selection Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2009-bergkelder-selection-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2009,Fleur Du Cap 14.8,Red,US,"Some overripe raisin flavors give this Zin a bitter taste, although it's totally dry. Shows flavors of chocolate and spicy blackberry jam.",Estate,39,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,HammerSky 2008 Estate Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hammersky-2008-estate-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,HammerSky 13,Red,Argentina,"Mildly stemmy and rubbery on the nose, then grabby and chalky on the palate, with herbal, jumbled red fruit and earthy flavors. Dry, short and juicy on the finish, which is solid and average in length.",,7,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2010 Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2010-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2010,Funky Llama 13.9,Red,Argentina,"More briary and green than Torino's regular Don David Cab, with aromas of vinegar, lettuce, tomato and green pepper. Tannic, tight and juicy in the mouth, with green-leaning red currant and plum flavors. Tannic and grating on the finish.",Don David Finca La Urquiza #8,20,84,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2009 Don David Finca La Urquiza #8 Cabernet Sauvignon (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2009-don-david-finca-urquiza-8-cabernet-sauvignon-cafayate/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Michel Torino 15.8,Red,US,"Time has not tamed this in-your-face, oaky, high-octane Syrah, which on the label says it's also known as “rasta red.” The wine is very tannic, smelling of earth and tar and sticky caramel and could use a touch more fruitiness to give it a lift. Do not attempt to drink without a sauce-slathered side of beef.",King Vineyard,30,84,California,North Coast,Suisun Valley,Olabisi 2006 King Vineyard Syrah (Suisun Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olabisi-2006-king-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-north-coast-suisun-valley/,Syrah,2006,Olabisi 13.5,Red,US,"An inexpensive, large-production Pinot that's overly earthy and a little thin on the finish with a smidgen of residual sugar thrown in too, but reasonably priced and decently quaffable with food.","Selected Vineyards, Central Coast",10,84,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,"Concannon 2009 Selected Vineyards, Central Coast Pinot Noir (Livermore Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2009-selected-vineyards-central-coast-pinot-noir-livermore-valley-136782/,Pinot Noir,2009,Concannon 12.5,Red,Italy,"A friendly and informal blend of Merlot and Pinot Noir, this 3-liter boxed wine from northern Italy would make a perfect companion at outdoor picnics or baseball games. It's a light and refreshing wine with crisp flavors of red berries and pressed violets.",Merlot and Pinot Noir 3 liter BIB,20,84,,Venezie,,Duca del Frassino 2009 Merlot and Pinot Noir 3 liter BIB Red (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-frassino-2009-merlot-pinot-noir-3-liter-bib-red-venezie/,Red Blend,2009,Duca del Frassino 14,Red,Argentina,"Stalky aromas suggest hay and green herbs, with raspberry in the backdrop. It's hot and short in terms of mouthfeel, with herbal flavors leading the way and berry fruit running behind. Dry red fruit and herbal notes dominate the finish.",Finca La Niña,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Cristobal 1492 2010 Finca La Niña Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-cristobal-1492-2010-finca-nina-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1492,Don Cristobal 1492 13,White,Argentina,"Light and mostly neutral smelling, with a hint of pear and apple. The palate is zesty, lean and well cut, however the flavors are more pithy and bitter, with orange and nectarine notes. Finishes hot and peppery.",Portillo Estate Bottled,10,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Salentein 2010 Portillo Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2010-portillo-estate-bottled-chardonnay-uco-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Salentein ,White,US,"Thin in fruit but lopsided in oak, with vanilla, toast and caramel flavors swamping the pineapples and limes.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Three Saints 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-saints-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Three Saints 13.6,Red,US,"Light in the mouth and silky, like a Pinot Noir, with cherry and raspberry fruit flavors. A little one-dimensional, but okay now with a nice cheeseburger.",,28,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Suncé Vineyard & Winery 2009 Mourvèdre (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunce-vineyard-winery-2009-mourvedre-napa-valley/,Mourvèdre,2009,Suncé Vineyard & Winery 12.5,Red,South Africa,"Reminiscent of strawberry and cherry hard candies, this is a Shiraz for those who like confectioned and somewhat artificial fruit flavors. Although the style may not be for everyone, it's balanced and easy pleasing.",Sweet,12,84,Western Cape,,,Jam Jar 2010 Sweet Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jam-jar-2010-sweet-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2010,Jam Jar 13.5,Red,Australia,"Slightly confectionary, with cinnamon and vanilla notes alongside cherries and caramel. Finishes with a touch of warmth.",Reserve,13,84,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Jacob's Creek 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-adelaide-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Jacob's Creek 15.3,Red,US,"Soft and sweet, with jammy berry and currant flavors, and the glyceriney sugar of high alcohol. Will appeal to fans of this style, but it's really too sweet for a dry table wine.",,26,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,J. Keverson 2008 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-keverson-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,J. Keverson 14.3,White,US,"This is a soft, simple Chardonnay, sugary sweet in vanilla, caramel, peach and pineapple jam and spice flavors. A good coat of acidity provides needed balance.",Elegance,25,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Manzanita Creek 2010 Elegance Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzanita-creek-2010-elegance-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Manzanita Creek 12.3,White,US,"Sourced entirely from the Bacchus vineyard, this is an uneasy mix of dry and sweet, as if both styles were trying to come out in a single wine. The residual sugar is grainy and sweet, not quite integrated into the tart fruit flavors of nectarine and apricot.",,15,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2009 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Three Rivers 14,Red,South Africa,"An assertive menthol streak shines through the dark fruit core, along with a hint of spice cake. Soft and somewhat flabby on the midpalate; drink now.",Collection,9,84,Swartland,,,Riebeek Cellars 2009 Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riebeek-cellars-2009-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-swartland/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Riebeek Cellars 14,Red,US,"Acids and tannins dominate, at the expense of fruit, giving this Pinot Noir a hard, rustic feel. The cherry flavors aren't strong enough to bust through the dryness.",Winemaker's Reserve Zora's Estate Vineyard,44,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Suncé Vineyard & Winery 2009 Winemaker's Reserve Zora's Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunce-vineyard-winery-2009-winemakers-reserve-zoras-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Suncé Vineyard & Winery 12.5,White,US,"Off-dry, with pineapple, lime, lemon, grapefruit and vanilla flavors, fortunately balanced with crisp acidity. A decent, clean and affordable white wine for cocktails.",Private Selection,11,84,California,California Other,California,Robert Mondavi 2010 Private Selection Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2010-private-selection-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Robert Mondavi 13.5,White,Argentina,"Resiny oak is front and center on the nose, turning any and all fruit spicy. The palate is wet and basic, with a woody feel and oaky flavors that include spices and white fruits. Offers proper weight but smells and tastes overtly resiny.",Q,22,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2010 Q Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2010-q-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Zuccardi 14.1,Red,Argentina,"Scratchy, generic red berry aromas are the opening. The palate runs narrow and tight, with clacky red berry flavors followed by a sugary sweetness. Candied and sweet on the finish before mild bitterness sets in.",,14,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Noble Aconcagua 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noble-aconcagua-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Noble Aconcagua 14.3,Red,Argentina,"Hard cherry and spice aromas are varietally correct, while the palate is standard in feel, with toasty, creamy flavors of sweet berry. Has enough acidity and vibrancy to rank as juicy on the finish.",Reserva,11,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2010 Reserva Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2010-reserva-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2010,Nieto Senetiner 14.5,Red,US,This wine's dark cherry aromas veer into lipstick territory a bit and then the North Coast-sourced Merlot becomes overly tannic and a tiny bit green. Decent for the $10 price tag but not going to convert anyone into Merlot (this one's got 22% Cabernet Sauvignon blended in as well).,,10,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Line 39 2009 Merlot (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/line-39-2009-merlot-north-coast/,Merlot,2009,Line 39 14.5,Red,Australia,"A lean, streamlined version of Aussie Shiraz, with leathery notes of dried currants that finish firm and crisp.",Red Belly Black,11,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Angove's 2008 Red Belly Black Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2008-red-belly-black-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2008,Angove's 14,Red,South Africa,"Straightforward raspberry and strawberry fruit aromas hit you first, followed by accents of bramble and soft peppery spice. Juicy and vibrant in the mouth with an easy structure and crisp finish. Drink now.",,12,84,Durbanville,,,Durbanville Hills 2009 Pinotage (Durbanville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durbanville-hills-2009-pinotage-durbanville/,Pinotage,2009,Durbanville Hills 12,White,Italy,"This 80-20 blend of Durello (a native Italian grape) and Chardonnay opens with lively tones of stone fruit, white flower and honey. The wine is thin and short on the close, but also very refreshing and easy to drink overall.",Durello and Chardonnay,20,84,,Venezie,,Duca del Frassino 2010 Durello and Chardonnay White (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-frassino-2010-durello-chardonnay-white-venezie/,White Blend,2010,Duca del Frassino 13,White,US,"A sound, everyday Pinot Grigio, with good citrus and spice flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. Gets the nod for simple richness.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2010 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Glen Ellen 14.5,Red,France,"As its 14.5% indicates, this is a particularly rich wine. Maybe too rich, because it is all superripe black fruit without the balance of structure or acidity. Enjoy it as a blockbuster, probably not with food.",Cuvée J.J. Lesgourges,17,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Cadillac 2009 Cuvée J.J. Lesgourges (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cadillac-2009-cuvee-jj-lesgourges-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Cadillac 12.5,Rose,France,"Bright, crisp wine with flavors of caramel, strawberries and some sweetness. The wine finishes with attractive acidity. Screwcap.",,13,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Château Bonnet 2010 Rosé (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bonnet-2010-rose-rose/,Rosé,2010,Château Bonnet 13,Red,Spain,"Pointy on the nose, with modest fruit aromas suggestive of raspberry. A bit astringent across the palate, with red plum flavors that hit hard then fade fast, leaving bitterness akin to espresso. A crisp, juicy, tight style.",Viña Temprana,7,84,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Bodegas Aragonesas 2010 Viña Temprana Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-aragonesas-2010-vina-temprana-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2010,Bodegas Aragonesas 10.5,Rose,Portugal,"Apples and strawberry combine easily in this soft, fresh rosé. It's fruity, light, with a slight prickle in the mouth.",Casal Garcia,8,84,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2010 Casal Garcia Rosé (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2010-casal-garcia-rose-vinho-verde/,Rosé,2010,Aveleda ,White,US,"Pretty green and unripe, but saved at the last minute by some rich citrus, apple and honeysuckle flavors. Finishes nice and dry and acidic.",,15,84,California,California Other,California,Avalon 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avalon-2010-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Avalon 14.4,Red,US,"Acidic and brittle, with an unnatural tartness to the sweet, jammy cherry, blackberry, cola and oak flavors. This Bordeaux-style blend is best opened now.",Twisted Sisters Matriarch,20,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2008 Twisted Sisters Matriarch Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2008-twisted-sisters-matriarch-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Calcareous 15.8,Red,US,"This tastes like a hot, simple wine whose berry, cherry and bacon flavors have been acidified, making it strangely unbalanced. It finishes on the sweet, jammy side. Made of roughly equal parts Syrah, Mourvèdre and Grenache.",Tres Violet,38,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2008 Tres Violet Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2008-tres-violet-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Calcareous 12.5,White,US,"A nice wine in a box, and at the equivalent of about five bucks a bottle, a value. Crisp in acidity and clean, it has flavors of oranges, limes and apricots. A little too sweet, but at this price, who's counting?",,20,84,California,California Other,California,Bota Box 2010 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bota-box-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Bota Box 13.4,Red,US,"More than three quarters Syrah, this is made from young vines planted in the estate vineyard in the extreme western Yakima Valley. With such new vines it is difficult to point to specific varietal character. It's tart and lightly fruity, with a pleasant spicy edge.",Estate Syrah-Mourvèdre,29,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Wilridge 2009 Estate Syrah-Mourvèdre Syrah-Mourvèdre (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-2009-estate-syrah-mourvedre-red-blend-syrah-mourvedre-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah-Mourvèdre,2009,Wilridge 14,White,Argentina,"Sulphuric at first, with citrus and air freshener aromas. The palate has a certain roundness and fleshy quality, while the flavors are sweet, melony and a little oily. Some almond-skin bitterness rises up late, most likely reflecting the 25% Viognier in the blend.",Serie A,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2010 Serie A Chardonnay-Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2010-serie-a-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-mendoza/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2010,Zuccardi 14,White,South Africa,A straightforward but refreshing white with notes of green plum and underripe peach pit against a backbone of tropical fruit-driven acidity. Great zip and liveliness to the finish. Drink now.,,12,85,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2010 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2010-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Simonsig 14.1,White,US,"A well-priced, easy-to-like Lake County Chardonnay with lots of minerality and lemony richness that starts to fall flat and sweet on the finish. A little more acidity and a little less sugar would have made this a better wine.",,12,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Cache Creek Vineyards 2008 Chardonnay (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cache-creek-2008-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Cache Creek Vineyards 13.5,Red,US,"2 Jakes smells sweet and alcoholic at first, then veers left with cranberry aromas, veers right with a pinch of cola and finishes tannic. Keep the food fatty and simple and it'll go well.",2 Jakes Red Blend,14,85,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Diamond Ridge Vineyards 2007 2 Jakes Red Blend Red (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-ridge-vineyards-2007-2-jakes-red-blend-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Red Blend,2007,Diamond Ridge Vineyards 13,Red,Portugal,"Soft, easy drinking. This red has berry fruits, just the right amount of dusty and juicy flavors. Screwcap.",What's for Dinner? Tinto,8,85,Tejo,,,Quinta da Alorna 2009 What's for Dinner? Tinto Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2009-whats-for-dinner-tinto-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta da Alorna 13.9,White,US,"Wedge Mountain makes a Riesling that is as bone dry as any Riesling can possibly be. It's consistent, and styled for slurping with fresh oysters more than anything. Mouth-puckering acidity, lean citrus fruits and a lingering sense of sucking on a ripe lemon.",Dry,18,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Wedge Mountain 2010 Dry Riesling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wedge-mountain-2010-dry-riesling-other/,Riesling,2010,Wedge Mountain 12.5,White,Portugal,"Light and fragrant, a perfumed wine, with flavors of almond and refreshing acidity. It feels warm, with pear and lime flavors combining well.",Branco,8,85,Alenquer,,,Quinta do Carneiro 2009 Branco White (Alenquer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-carneiro-2009-branco-white-alenquer/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta do Carneiro 13.5,White,South Africa,"There's a nice flinty character expressed throughout this wine, pairing harmoniously with the ripe red apple and orange notes. Though the mouth is rich and full, the finish exhibits great lift and clarity.",Old Vine,13,85,Paarl,,,Tormentoso 2010 Old Vine Chenin Blanc (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tormentoso-2010-old-vine-chenin-blanc-paarl/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Tormentoso 14.5,Red,South Africa,"There's a dusty texture to this wine, reminiscent of freeze-dried and crushed raspberry, black berry and plum pieces. Aromas of menthol and carnation add interest to the nose, while a touch of chocolate sweetens up the palate. Drink now.",,13,85,Paarl,,,Tormentoso 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tormentoso-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-paarl/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Tormentoso 9,White,Portugal,"Clean, fresh with attractive sweet apple acidity and a soft aftertaste, giving just a prickle on the palate.",Gatão,7,84,Vinho Verde,,,Borges 2010 Gatão White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2010-gatao-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Borges 14.8,Red,US,"This usually solid producer hasn't made anything special here, this Lodi zin's aromas veering into questionable metallic areas, though on the palate the wine has some fruit.",Mohr-Fry Ranches,25,81,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Joel Gott 2007 Mohr-Fry Ranches Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joel-gott-2007-mohr-fry-ranches-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2007,Joel Gott 13.9,Red,US,"Hard in tannins, with acidity so high it's sour, this Cabernet also tastes excessively sweet, making it really hard to like.",,19,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tolosa 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tolosa 14.5,White,Austria,"Gorgeously ripe fruit, full of pear, green plum and exotic spices. The wine is rich, with its smooth, rounded texture that is pierced with mouthwatering acidity and laced with steeliness. This is a wine with considerable aging potential.",Honivogl Smaragd,134,94,Wachau,,,Franz Hirtzberger 2010 Honivogl Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franz-hirtzberger-2010-honivogl-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Franz Hirtzberger 14.7,Red,US,"A burst of black cherry fruit and spice announces this rich, complex young Pinot. Shows great structure in the fine tannins, brisk acids and firm minerality. Brims with power and assertiveness, and should develop over the next six years.",Melville Vineyard,50,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Bonaccorsi 2008 Melville Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2008-melville-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bonaccorsi 14.5,Red,US,"Just terrific, a classic Santa Cruz Mountain Cabernet from this consistent producer. It's bone dry, fine in balancing acidity and very tannic, with a sandpapery, lockdown mouthfeel. Yet it's wonderfully rich in blackberries, currants, cassis and chocolate. This outstanding young Cabernet should easily develop beyond 2015.",,30,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Thomas Fogarty 14.5,Red,US,"Elaborately ripe, this polished Pinot explodes with fresh flavors of raspberries and cherries that taste pie-baked, with the smoky, sweet, toasty crust. It's just delicious, and also obviously fruity-sweet, with a jammy attractiveness. What it lacks in subtlety it more than makes up for in richness. Drink now.",Fort Ross Vineyard,37,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fort Ross Winery 2008 Fort Ross Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-ross-2008-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Fort Ross Winery 14.5,Red,US,"Hard tannins, dryness and oakiness are the three horsemen that mark this young, vital Cabernet. Is it ageworthy? Absolutely. Once the fruit kicks in, which is pretty much instantly, it's devastatingly rich and spicy in blackberries, blueberries and cassis. Clearly a cellar candidate for at least the next decade.",,60,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Laurel Glen 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-glen-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Laurel Glen 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a dry, rich, elegant Pinot Noir, brimming with cool-climate flavors of cherries, cola, cranberries, rhubarb and mushrooms. It's an elaborate wine, with a fine burst of acidity and a good grip of tannins. Now–2013.",,40,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Barham Mendelsohn 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barham-mendelsohn-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Barham Mendelsohn 14.4,White,US,"Estate-grown, fermented in small, neutral oak and given extended lees stirring in the Burgundian style, this concentrated, textural, sensuous offering brings intensity on all fronts. The deep flavors of lemon, orange, apple and pear are wrapped in bright acids and lightly toasty tannins. Excellent concentration and length.",Etoile Vineyard Dijon Clones,45,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Domaine Serene 2008 Etoile Vineyard Dijon Clones Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2008-etoile-vineyard-dijon-clones-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Serene 14.5,Red,Spain,"Smooth, deep and fairly complex on the bouquet, with concentrated dark fruit aromas blending with coconut. The palate shows structure, tightness and full but integrated tannins, while the flavors of black fruits, herbs, tea and spice set up a full, toasted finish that satisfies. Drink now through 2020.",Gran Reserva,60,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Protos 2004 Gran Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2004-gran-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Protos 13.5,Red,US,"Very ripe, showing rich, pure varietal flavors of blackberries, cherries, ground pepper, grilled meat, sweet sandalwood and spices. One hundred percent Syrah, it's balanced with great acidity. Really smooth and delicious, and a crowd pleaser. Could develop over the next 4–5 years.",Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard,55,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Qupé 2009 Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2009-sawyer-lindquist-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2009,Qupé 14.5,White,US,"Racy acidity gives this wine a brisk, uplifted mouthfeel. It's rich in honeysuckle, citrus and vanilla flavors. This is Qupe's most expensive white wine and a fine example of a California Roussanne.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Hillside Estate,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Qupé 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Hillside Estate Roussanne (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-hillside-estate-roussanne-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Roussanne,2008,Qupé 14.8,Red,US,"Firm and spicy, this well-crafted wine has the supple fruit and steely tannic spine to evolve nicely over a decade or more. Purple berries, whiffs of moist earth, a suggestion of brioche and unexpected chocolate truffle highlights keep it interesting all through the finish.",Brigita Clone 777,50,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Vidon Vineyard 2009 Brigita Clone 777 Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidon-vineyard-2009-brigita-clone-777-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Vidon Vineyard 13,Red,France,"A firmly structured wine, with dark, ripe tannins. The black plum and berry fruits add juiciness, while the wine also has touches of spice and a full rich texture.",Les Moriers Vieilles Vignes,,91,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Lucien Lardy 2009 Les Moriers Vieilles Vignes (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-lardy-2009-moriers-vieilles-vignes-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2009,Lucien Lardy 14,Red,Italy,"Plush and rich, but not too meaty or thick, Mediterra (as its Mediterranean-sounding name suggests) delivers aromas of small fruit, wild sage, leather and moist earth. The bouquet paints a pretty picture of the territory in coastal Tuscany that inspired this blended red wine.",Mediterra,25,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio al Tesoro 2007 Mediterra Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-tesoro-2007-mediterra-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Poggio al Tesoro 13.8,White,US,"So bone dry and acidic, the tastebuds start whistling at the first sip. Defines the racy personality of Sauvignon Blanc, with a palate-stimulating tang and lime, lemongrass and mineral flavors. The best Wattle Creek Sauvignon Blanc ever.",,19,91,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Wattle Creek 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2010-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Wattle Creek 14,White,Austria,"From a vineyard selection, this is a powerful wine, very rich and opulent. With a year's age, it shows concentrated spice and ginger mixed in with orange peel, red apple and lime flavors.",Frechau,50,91,Niederösterreich,,,Türk 2009 Frechau Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turk-2009-frechau-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Türk 7.5,Dessert,Austria,"Something of a curiosity in the Kracher range, this red grape-based, super-rich wine has preserved its tannins while having flavors of dried figs, spice and concentrated red berries. An intriguing wine, best with food.",Nouvelle Vague Nummer 7 Trockenbeerenauslese,,91,Burgenland,,,Kracher 2008 Nouvelle Vague Nummer 7 Trockenbeerenauslese Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2008-nouvelle-vague-nummer-7-trockenbeerenauslese-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2008,Kracher 13.5,White,Austria,"Light wood aging gives this wine a very smooth character. It's acidity and varietal character are subsumed into an almost Chardonnay richness and weight. The balance and the ripe flavors are impressive, while the final taste does bring out the pepper character of the grape.",Black Edition,,91,Niederösterreich,,,Ebner-Ebenauer 2009 Black Edition Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ebner-ebenauer-2009-black-edition-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Ebner-Ebenauer 13,Red,France,"Guigal's long-term aging in new barrels has left a sheen of oak on this wine, but the underlying material is excellent, with mocha and plum notes supporting cedar and vanilla. The finish is long and savory, with a distinct granitic edge to the flavors. Drink now–2020.",Vignes de l'Hospice,108,91,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,E. Guigal 2007 Vignes de l'Hospice (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2007-vignes-lhospice-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2007,E. Guigal ,Red,France,"Despite its underlying richness, this is a very structured wine, solidly based on dry tannins and firm acidity. This texture, which is also given extra liveliness by its red cherry fruits, suggests a wine for aging over 2–3 years.",Les Crots Vieilles Vignes,22,91,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Pascal Aufranc 2009 Les Crots Vieilles Vignes (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-aufranc-2009-crots-vieilles-vignes-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2009,Pascal Aufranc 14.5,Red,Spain,"An excellent wine for an off vintage, with licorice, balsam, black fruit galore and coconut aromas. The feel is plush, layered and smooth for Toro, with blackberry, mocha, lemon peel and coconutty flavors. Toasty on the finish, with a final wave of vanilla and chocolate. Drink now through 2014.",Termes,30,91,Northern Spain,Toro,,Numanthia 2008 Termes (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/numanthia-termes-sl-2008-termes-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2008,Numanthia 14.2,Red,US,"A fruity, spicy, vibrant Pinot Noir, easy to like for its richness, yet balanced and elegant, if a little direct in its appeal. It shows jammy flavors of raspberries, cherries and blackberries, with hints of cola and anisette liqueur and a sweet coating of sandalwood. Drink it now.",The Famous Gate,68,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2008 The Famous Gate Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2008-the-famous-gate-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Carneros 14.5,Red,France,"O.K., so it's a New World-ish blend of fruit and oak, but leaving stylistic prejudices aside, it's also a darn fine wine. Black cherry fruit balances the cedar and vanilla nicely, while the texture is rich yet supple and the finish lingers a good long time. Drink now–2018.",La Reine des Bois,43,91,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine de la Mordorée 2009 La Reine des Bois Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mordoree-2009-reine-bois-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de la Mordorée 13.5,White,Austria,"A wine with a core of steel. It is taut, nervy, full of acidity, creamed apples and a mineral character. It's powered by richness, although totally restrained by its tightness. It is an impressive wine with a good aging potential. Screwcap.",Achleiten Smaragd,46,91,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2010 Achleiten Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2010-achleiten-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Domäne Wachau 14,Red,Italy,"Some lovely red wines are coming from the Montecucco wine region (located in coastal Tuscany) and Collemassari leads the pack of this new and exciting group of vintners. Soft cherry, leather, spice, and earthy mineral tones create harmony and momentum.",Riserva,28,91,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Collemassari 2007 Riserva (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collemassari-2007-riserva-red-montecucco/,Red Blend,2007,Collemassari 14.5,Red,Spain,"Smooth, deep aromas of bacon and dark berry form a proper and likable greeting. The palate is tight, with piercing but balanced acidity creating lift and structure. Tastes of bacon, vanilla, raspberry and plum, with cured meat, vanilla and coconut on the finish. Drink now through 2016.",Ars Mítica,26,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,De Bardos 2006 Ars Mítica (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bardos-2006-ars-mitica-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,De Bardos 13,White,France,"Full bodied yet fresh and lively at the same time, this is an opulent white Hermitage that should make for delicious early drinking. Orange marmalade and honey notes are complemented by hints of truffle, adding an exotic edge. Drink it over the next few years.",,72,91,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Tardieu-Laurent 2008 White (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2008-white-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Tardieu-Laurent 13,Red,France,"When T-L gets the mix of fruit and oak right, the wines can be deliciously hedonistic. This is a beautiful mix of cedar, vanilla and chocolate with bright boysenberry fruit, wrapped in a richly velvety texture and lingering elegantly on the finish. Drink 2012–2020.",Vieilles Vignes,35,91,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Tardieu-Laurent 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2008-vieilles-vignes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2008,Tardieu-Laurent 13,Red,France,"T-L's 2007s from the Northern Rhône came out well, including this example from Saint-Joseph. Intense espresso, cracked pepper and black olive notes scream of cool-climate Syrah, while the feel in the mouth is supple, ending on a silky note.",Vieilles Vignes,46,91,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Tardieu-Laurent 2007 Vieilles Vignes (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2007-vieilles-vignes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2007,Tardieu-Laurent 13,Red,France,"This is a full-bodied, muscular example of Côte Rôtie, with pronounced savory, meaty character tinged with smoke and ash. Yet despite that, it manages to be approachable at the same time, finishing long and velvety. Drink it over the next 5–8 years.",,105,91,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Tardieu-Laurent 2007 Côte Rôtie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,2007,Tardieu-Laurent 13.9,Red,US,"Maybe a tad off the pace from the excellent 2008, but still a wonderfully rich, complex wine. Pale in color, it tastes fresh and lively, with raspberry and cherry sour candy flavors accompanied by a burst of zesty acidity. Enjoyable now, and should gain bottle complexities over the next six years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard N Block,65,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tyler 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard N Block Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyler-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-n-block-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Tyler 13.5,Red,Italy,"Excellent intensity and rich notes of chocolate and black cherry set the tone of this Cabernet Sauvignon from Tuscany. Spice, toast and a hint of cinnamon appear on the back end and the wine is nicely shaped by its firm tannins.",Terra di Sassa,,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Sasso Orlando 2007 Terra di Sassa Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sasso-orlando-2007-terra-sassa-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tenuta Sasso Orlando 13,White,Austria,"The rich style of a Setzer wine is here, married to tight acidity, a mineral edge and ripeness. Pepper and white currant flavors come together in a mellifluous whole. Age for a year.",Die Lage,33,91,Weinviertel,,,Setzer 2010 Die Lage Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/setzer-2010-lage-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Setzer 14,Red,Spain,"Starts out a bit flat, with milk chocolate and raisiny aromas. With airing it evolves and expands, showing snappy flavors of berry, raisin and brown sugar. Very solid on the finish and elegant as an aged Rioja gran reserva should be. Drink now through 2015.",Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial,58,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Murrieta 2004 Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-murrieta-2004-castillo-ygay-gran-reserva-especial-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Marqués de Murrieta 11.4,White,US,"Biodynamically-farmed, old vine fruit from the Eola Hills vineyard is the source. The wine is forward and tangy, with a Vouvray-like sweet/sour character. It could be Chenin Blanc, only just a bit lighter, but with the same tart and tasty mix of acid and sugar, with lemony fruit and floral highlights. Really tasty.",,18,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Love & Squalor 2009 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/love-squalor-2009-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2009,Love & Squalor 13.5,Red,France,"This is Colombo's entry-level Cornas in the U.S., and is a more-than-solid effort from a challenging vintage. Beefy aromas lead the way, with hints of espresso and black olive, adding some cassis and blueberry fruit. This is amply concentrated and firm, with a dusty, lingering finish. Drink 2013–2020.",Terres Brulées Syrah,48,91,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2008 Terres Brulées Syrah (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2008-terres-brulees-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2008,Jean-Luc Colombo 14.9,Red,US,"A shade off the great 2007, but still a very good Cabernet that's capable of aging. It's super sweet in blackberries, cherries and chocolate, but dry and balanced with herbs and minerals and firm tannins that provide a skeletal backbone. Will be interesting to watch over the next 6–8 years.",Cloudy's Vineyard,100,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Janzen 2008 Cloudy's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/janzen-2008-cloudys-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Janzen 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Leather and earth aromas are just part of the meaty, roasted, lightly charred bouquet. The palate is thick and jammy, with savory, roasted flavors of berry fruit, pepper and leather. Finishes with chocolate and a fine texture. Impressive despite having a light herbal streak. 500 cases made.",Reserva Don Juan,23,91,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Las Perdices 2008 Reserva Don Juan Red (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-las-perdices-2008-reserva-don-juan-red-lujan-cuyo/,Red Blend,2008,Viña Las Perdices ,Red,France,"A really ripe wine, rich and with a generous feel to it. The sweet cherry fruit is powered with plum juice, dense tannins and structure. A wine for aging.",,19,91,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Henry Fessy 2009 Morgon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2009-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2009,Henry Fessy ,Red,France,"A powerful style, very much OF the year. There are initial austere tannins as well as acidity. The juiciness of the wine takes a while to come through, the jammy character in the background of what is still a structured wine.",Le Reposoir,21,91,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Ferraud et Fils 2009 Le Reposoir (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraud-fils-2009-le-reposoir-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2009,Ferraud et Fils 13.5,Red,Italy,"Keeping in line with its musical theme, Vino in Musica shows harmony and balance with cherry and blackberry aromas set against spice and lightly grated clove. The mouthfeel is softly textured and rich.",Vino in Musica,,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria di Valiano 2004 Vino in Musica Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-valiano-2004-vino-in-musica-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Fattoria di Valiano 13,Red,France,"Intense and rich wine, with touches of smoky wood, the tannins ripe, the acidity a refreshing balancing factor. With its cherry character, there is fruit already, but wait a year and this will be impressive.",Domaine des Rosiers,18,91,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Domaine des Rosiers (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-domaine-rosiers-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 14.5,Red,US,"A tight, spicy Pinot with a chocolate heart, this has a lot of aging potential. The fruit and tannins are tightly wound at the moment, with a lavish coating of milk chocolate from the barrel aging. Cellar it another 5–6 years and let it knit together.",Winery Hill Vineyard,75,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Domaine Serene 2008 Winery Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2008-winery-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Serene 12.7,White,US,"Sappy and deep, this brings a mouth-pleasing mix of citrus and stone fruits, broadening into a full midpalate. Full-bodied, it puts the emphasis on fruit, with just a trace of minerality.",Reserve Dry,21,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2009 Reserve Dry Riesling (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2009-reserve-dry-riesling-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Riesling,2009,Chehalem 14.1,White,US,"A refreshing blend of Marsanne and Grenache Blanc, this white wine is rich and elaborate in vanilla, custard, citrus fruits, pears, butterscotch and crème brûlée. For all that, it finishes dry and crisp. A beautiful, California-style wine to try as an alternative to a barrel-aged Chardonnay.",Cuvée Papou,28,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Demetria 2009 Cuvée Papou White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2009-cuvee-papou-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Demetria 14.5,White,US,"Great price for a Chardonnay of this quality. It's dry and crisp, yet very rich in fruit, showing tiers of pineapples, tangerines, nectarines and peaches, girded with a fine minerality. Distinguished and elegant, it will hold over the next 3–4 years.",Estate,25,91,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone Vineyard 2009 Estate Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2009-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-chalone/,Chardonnay,2009,Chalone Vineyard 12.8,Sparkling,US,"Excellent price for a coastal sparkling wine made from the superior grape varieties of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Rich and ripe in strawberries, limes and vanilla, it has a doughy yeastiness, with crisp acidity and a dry finish.",,25,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 2007 Sparkling (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-coast-2007-sparkling-sonoma-coast/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 14.5,Red,Italy,"From one of Tuscany's most charismatic producers, Roccato has shown a steady evolution in quality and intensity that culminates with this beautiful vintage. A blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, the wine delivers Rocca's signature juicy softness with background notes of spice and almond.",Roccato,57,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Rocca delle Macìe 2007 Roccato Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-2007-roccato-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Rocca delle Macìe 13.5,White,France,"In ripe vintages, T-L's whites show much less oak influence than expected, and this 2009 Condrieu is a case in point. It delivers all of Condrieu's floral aromas, plus flashes of lychee, tropical fruit and apricot. It's Condrieu at its exotic, sexy best, long-lasting and spicy on the finish. Drink now.",,74,92,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,Tardieu-Laurent 2009 Condrieu,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2009-viognier-condrieu/,Viognier,2009,Tardieu-Laurent 13.5,Red,Italy,"Romitorio di Santedame delivers the elegance and storied tradition of Tuscany in a refined, sophisticated package. Bright notes of cherry, cassis and white almond give a fresh edge to the wine's rich concentration.",Romitorio di Santedame,80,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ruffino 2005 Romitorio di Santedame Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2005-romitorio-santedame-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2005,Ruffino ,White,US,"Outstanding, with a honeyed note that suggests a hint of botrytis. A lovely blending of complex fruits, perfectly set against the acids and residual sugar just over one percent. This resonates beautifully.",,18,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Penner-Ash 2009 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penner-ash-2009-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2009,Penner-Ash 13,White,Austria,"Very spicy and mineral in character, this is a distinct terroir wine, speaking of the gravel and loam soils of the Traisental region. It has richness, complex lychee and mango fruits and a tight texture of acidity and pepper. Screwcap.",Alte Setzen Reserve,35,92,Traisental,,,Markus Huber 2010 Alte Setzen Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Traisental),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2010-alte-setzen-reserve-gruner-veltliner-traisental/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Markus Huber 13.9,Red,US,"There's a fleshy quality to this Cabernet that makes the term fluffy appropriate. It's rich and dry, with voluptuous flavors of blackberries, black currants and cedar, as well as a touch of umami, dark chocolate and smoked meat. The tannins are fairly potent, suggesting 5–7 years in the cellar.",Fluffy Billows,45,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Meyer Family Cellars 2008 Fluffy Billows Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meyer-family-cellars-2008-fluffy-billows-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Meyer Family Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Few Pinot Noirs are as delicious right out of the bottle. Dazzles with tiers of raspberry and cherry tart, smoky pie crust, cinnamon and nutmeg spices and a sweet squirt of vanilla. For all the richness, it's dry and crisp. Drink now with seared tuna, lamb chops, beef tenderloin.",La Terre Promise,48,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2008 La Terre Promise Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2008-terre-promise-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Carneros ,Red,France,"A finely perfumed wine, touched with wood, Beaujolais in a Burgundy style, structured and with intense acidity. It is packed with firm tannins, surrounded by a lively cherry and rich fruit character.",Clos du Grand Carquelin,34,92,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Château des Jacques 2010 Clos du Grand Carquelin (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jacques-2010-clos-grand-carquelin-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2010,Château des Jacques ,Red,France,"A wine that combines richness with a great structure. It is ripe, smoky, the red fruits rich and concentrated. A wine that is packed with juicy fruit and also with a good aging potential.",,,92,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Château de la Terrière 2009 Moulin-à-Vent,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-terriere-2009-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2009,Château de la Terrière 14.5,Red,Spain,"A bit thick and raisiny on first take, but with airing and swirling it becomes fresher. The palate is rich and rooty, with cocoa, prune, earth notes and tea-like flavors. Ripe and smooth on the finish, with no tannic backlash or lazy oak. Ripe as can be but still lively; drink now through 2018.",Miros de Ribera Reserva Selección Barricas,50,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Peñafiel 2004 Miros de Ribera Reserva Selección Barricas (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-penafiel-2004-miros-ribera-reserva-seleccion-barricas-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Bodegas Peñafiel 13.6,Red,US,"From the Los Alamos Valley, an oaky, mushroomy Pinot Noir, with blackberry, raspberry and cherry pie filling flavors as well as earthy notes of mushrooms and cola. Voluptuous and silky, it's lovely for drinking now.",Precocious,55,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2009 Precocious Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2009-precocious-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Babcock 14.5,Red,Italy,Here's a beautiful wine fit for serving at elegant dinner parties or special occasions. There's a slightly aged quality of dry cassis or candied fruit that is followed by warming tones of toasted nut and dark leather. The overall effect is that of elegance and persistency.,,100,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Boscarelli 2006 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boscarelli-2006-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Boscarelli ,Red,France,"Such a concentrated wine, with the intensity of red Burgundy but with the juiciness of Beaujolais. Swathes of smooth fruit wash around the palate, coupled with a touch of minerality and a dense texture. Age for 2–3 years and more.",Champ de Cour,,92,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Jacques Charlet 2009 Champ de Cour (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacques-charlet-2009-champ-cour-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2009,Jacques Charlet 14.1,Red,US,"Just gorgeous, a wine to linger over with the finest food. Bone dry and crisp in acidity, it shows subtle flavors of sour cherry candy, persimmons and spices. Sweet, smoky oak is perfectly integrated. One of the best Pinot Noirs of the vintage in this price range and a comparative bargain.",,30,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Follette 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/follette-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,La Follette 14.6,Red,US,"Lots of zesty acidity in this wonderfully complex, exotic Pinot Noir, which comes from the true Sonoma Coast, in the Fort Ross area. It's explosive in wild summer raspberries and cherries, briary nettles, vanilla bean and spices, with a perfect coating of sweetly caramelized oak. Very pure and refined, and best enjoyed young.",Hellenthal Vineyard,40,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bjornstad 2008 Hellenthal Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bjornstad-2008-hellenthal-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bjornstad 14.7,Red,US,"From older vines comes this very dry, tannic young wine. It has a distinguished minerality anchoring the black cherry, cola and spice flavors. Almost old fashioned in style, with some ruggedness to the texture. Give it until after 2014.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,50,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Bonaccorsi 2008 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2008-sanford-benedict-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bonaccorsi ,Red,France,"From two different domaines on the Côte de Py slope, this is a dense, firm wine, very solid and powerful. The wine has opulence under its structure, with rich plum and sweet jelly flavors. Worth aging for another year.",Côte du Py,26,92,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Paul Beaudet 2009 Côte du Py (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-beaudet-2009-cote-py-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2009,Paul Beaudet 14,Red,Spain,"A potent brew of raisin, blackberry, minerality and leather comes together to form a bold, very ripe bouquet. The palate is chunky and forward, with beefy tannins and full-force flavors of blackberry, black peppercorn and toast. A huge and massive wine with a sweet, toasty, ripe and candied finish. Drink now through 2014.",Finca La Planeta,54,92,Catalonia,Priorat,,Celler Pasanau 2006 Finca La Planeta Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasanau-germans-2006-finca-planeta-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Celler Pasanau 14.5,Red,Spain,"Poised and focused Mencía with lush, bold aromas that are powerful and alluring. The palate is healthy and stout, with tannic grip that props up black fruit, toast and charcoal flavors. Black pepper, spice and licorice are the finishing notes.",Aurea,52,92,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Pittacum 2007 Aurea Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pittacum-2007-aurea-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2007,Pittacum 15.1,Red,US,"Shows the voluptuous texture and opulence that announce a fine Napa Cabernet. Rich in blackberry, black cherry, chocolate and smoky oak flavors, it's wrapped into fleshy tannins. Made from 100% Cabernet, it should develop bottle complexities over the next 6–8 years.",Firehouse Vineyard,85,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Piña 2008 Firehouse Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pina-2008-firehouse-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Piña 14.5,Red,US,"A sensational varietal Petit Verdot that's rich and velvety, lush and intense, with a hint of Bordeaux's typical herbiness, that evolves into some of the best blackberry, mocha and spicy chocolate you can imagine. Winemaker John Kinney had originally planned to blend the two barrels that eventually became this wine. Be glad he didn't. The grapes were sourced from Ghielmetti Vineyard, the primo vineyard to look for in Livermore wines.",Ghielmetti Vineyard,34,92,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Occasio 2008 Ghielmetti Vineyard Petit Verdot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occasio-2008-ghielmetti-vineyard-petit-verdot-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petit Verdot,2008,Occasio 14.1,Red,US,"Made from the same vineyard as Babcock's ""Loin"" Cabernet, only the addition of Merlot makes the wine richer, fatter and more complex. More feminine, too, despite firm tannins. It's sweet in cherries, blackberries, vanilla, mocha and cinnamon spice. Very fine, one of the best Santa Ynez Valley Bordeaux blends, and a wine to drink over the next several years.",Nucleus,50,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Babcock 2007 Nucleus Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2007-nucleus-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Babcock 13.5,White,US,"The perfect California cool-climate Chardonnay. It's balanced and elegant, yet opulent, with beautiful acidity giving brightness to the ripe tangerine, pineapple, buttered toast, cinnamon and crème brûlée flavors.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,30,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Au Bon Climat 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Au Bon Climat 14.5,Red,US,"Dryness, tannins and acidity mark this elegantly structured Pinot Noir. It's an earthy wine, with mushroom and herb notes to the cherries and cola. Maintains a sense of restraint, while tantalizing with complexity. Drink now–2015.",Estate Paul Family Vineyard,50,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Graton Ridge 2009 Estate Paul Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graton-ridge-2009-estate-paul-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Graton Ridge 14.3,Red,US,"A delicious Merlot, drily tannic and rich in blackberries, cherries and chocolate. Nearly as good as the winery's much more expensive Reserve. Great with grilled steak with sautéed mushrooms.",,36,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Keenan 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Keenan 14,Red,Italy,"Perbruno is a beautiful Syrah from central Tuscany that showcases loads of elegant spice and cinnamon backed by blueberry, cherry and sophisticated oak renderings. Pair this wine with succulent steak and green pepper cream sauce.",Perbruno,,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,I Giusti e Zanza 2008 Perbruno Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-giusti-e-zanza-2008-perbruno-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2008,I Giusti e Zanza ,Red,France,"Ripe, rounded and generous, a warm plum juice-flavored wine. There is power and concentration. It is a very complete, ageworthy wine, although accessible now.",,20,92,Beaujolais,Saint-Amour,,Henry Fessy 2009 Saint-Amour,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2009-gamay-saint-amour/,Gamay,2009,Henry Fessy 13.5,Red,France,"A richly aromatic wine, with swathes of sweet fruit, ripe tannins and a juicy, jammy feel. This is so generous, open, welcoming. There is structure as well, cushioned by the sweet fruits.",,20,92,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Henry Fessy 2009 Fleurie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2009-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2009,Henry Fessy 15,Red,Argentina,"A deep, developed wine with cola, licorice and prune aromas. The palate is poised and balanced even if it's rich and very ripe. Layered in the mouth, with plum, prune, chocolate, coffee and fine spice, which is about as complete a package as you'll find with Malbec. Cabernet and Syrah; drink now through 2015.",Henry Gran Guarda No. 1,65,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2007 Henry Gran Guarda No. 1 Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2007-henry-gran-guarda-no-1-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Lagarde 13.5,White,Austria,"From one of the top vineyard sites in Kremstal, this is powerful, concentrated, very spicy wine. It shows considerable pepper, tropical fruits, mango and lychee, along with a taut mineral structure. Screwcap.",Kremser Sandgrube,30,92,Kremstal,,,Türk 2009 Kremser Sandgrube Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turk-2009-kremser-sandgrube-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Türk 14.5,White,US,"With 30% new oak, the wood stands out, giving the wine vanilla and buttered toast notes. Crisp acidity kicks in right away, giving sour candy flavors of pineapples and lemons, while the underlying Arroyo Grande terroir gives this Chard a minerally tug. Dry and elegant, it's a wine to drink now, with decanting.",Rincon Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Talley 2009 Rincon Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2009-rincon-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2009,Talley 14.8,Red,US,"Mirabelle is the darkest, chewiest, most tannic of the three clonal selection Pinots offered by Vidon. It's a Pinot in Cab clothing. Chewy, dense, ripe fruit keeps it all in proportion, a thick black cherry core with rings of chocolate. Think Saturn in a glass.",Mirabelle Clone 115,50,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Vidon Vineyard 2009 Mirabelle Clone 115 Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidon-vineyard-2009-mirabelle-clone-115-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Vidon Vineyard 14.7,Red,US,"Give this vital young Cab a good five years to come around. Right now it's hard in tannins. But it's exceptionally ripe in blackberry and cherry fruit, with a liqueur richness of crème de cassis, and it should have no trouble in the cellar.",Preston Vineyard,47,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2008 Preston Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2008-preston-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,V. Sattui 14.8,Red,US,"A big, thick Cabernet, dry and tannic and very rich in concentrated mountain fruit. The flavors of blackberry and cherry jam are almost sweet in ripeness, and finish with a heady liqueur intensity. There's a fleshy quality, meaty and umami, like lightly salted beef tartare. Give this young wine six years in the cellar.",,42,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,V. Sattui 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,V. Sattui 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful wine that tastes much richer than you usually get for this price. Shows gorgeously ripe blackberry, cherry, currant, mocha, licorice, bacon and sandalwood flavors, wrapped into refined tannins and finishing long and spicy. A blend of Syrah, Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon.",Samuel's Cuvée,28,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Schulz 2008 Samuel's Cuvée Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schulz-2008-samuels-cuvee-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Schulz 14.5,Red,US,"This is one of those wines that tastes dramatic and important. It's marked by rich, thick tannins, but they're ripe and smooth, and frame complex flavors of blackberries, black cherries, grilled teriaki beef and black pepper, enriched with smoky cedar. Texturally, it's medium-bodied and velvety, like a Merlot.",Fortunati Vineyard,30,92,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Schulz 2008 Fortunati Vineyard Syrah (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schulz-2008-fortunati-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Syrah,2008,Schulz 15.7,Red,US,"Mainly Grenache and Syrah, co-fermented with Viognier. It's a massively rich, dense wine, erupting in raspberry and cherry pie filling, cassis, blackberry liqueur, sandalwood and spice flavors. A real crowd pleaser, forward and dramatic, if a bit high in alcohol. A great steak wine.",Polly Anne,70,92,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2008 Polly Anne Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2008-polly-anne-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Sanguis 14.1,Red,US,"Feels vital and refined, from the classic aroma through the gorgeous tannins to the long finish. Seriously good Napa Cabernet, brimming with blackberry, black currant and cedar flavors that get more complex as they breathe. Nice now, and should develop over the next 6–8 years.",Kit's Killer Cab,38,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clif Family 2008 Kit's Killer Cab Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clif-family-2008-kits-killer-cab-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Clif Family ,Red,France,"The 2009 vintage of this wine was one of the stars from Georges Duboeuf, and this 2010 fits the same pattern. It has great richness, spice, black cherry fruits, the acidity offering the fruity side of the wine. Ready for aging two years.",Domaine de la Chaponne,15,92,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Domaine de la Chaponne (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-domaine-la-chaponne-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 14.9,White,US,"When it comes to rich, barrel-influenced Sauvignon Blanc, Chalk Hill is a consistent producer. The last few vintages have been brilliant. So is this 2009. The oak is obviously there in the smoky, buttered toast, but the underlying fruit is ripe in pineapples, limes, peaches and citron fruit, while acidity provides the perfect scour of clean balance.",Estate,30,92,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2009 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2009-estate-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Chalk Hill 14,Red,Italy,"Tassinaia is a perennial super Tuscan expression with lush layers of cherry and blackberry backed by soft spice nuances and toasty oak aromas such as baked vanilla bean and roasted almond. Dense, firm tannins lend a sturdy but velvety texture.",Tassinaia,,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Terriccio 2006 Tassinaia Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-terriccio-2006-tassinaia-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Castello del Terriccio 14.5,Red,Italy,"Castello Banfi's delicious Cum Laude is a super Tuscan blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese and Syrah that opens with rich aromas of black fruit and chocolate fudge. The 30% Cabernet Sauvignon component adds background notes of exotic spice, moist tobacco and firm tannins.",Cum Laude,37,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 2006 Cum Laude Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2006-cum-laude-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Castello Banfi 13.5,White,Austria,"The densely planted vineyard that gives this wine its name yields fine concentration, dense pear and melon flavors. The apple skin texture also shows a distinct bite of acidity. Wafts of fruitiness combine with pepper right to the end. An impressive, ageworthy wine.",8000,49,92,Weinviertel,,,Setzer 2010 8000 Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/setzer-2010-8000-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Setzer 14,Red,France,"The rare ripeness of the 2009 vintage is shown in the high alcohol, for Beaujolais at least, of this wine. Not that it shows, except in weight. The acidity is right there along with ripe plums. An ageworthy, finely concentrated wine.",Clos de la Brosse,23,92,Beaujolais,Saint-Amour,,Paul Beaudet 2009 Clos de la Brosse (Saint-Amour),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-beaudet-2009-clos-brosse-gamay-saint-amour/,Gamay,2009,Paul Beaudet 14,Red,Italy,"Huge intensity, inky concentration and rich texture characterize this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot from coastal Tuscany. Aromas of cherry, toast and exotic spice are carefully woven within.",Sondraia,45,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Poggio al Tesoro 2006 Sondraia (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-tesoro-2006-sondraia-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2006,Poggio al Tesoro ,Red,France,"Dark-hued wine, dominated by acidity as well as firm tannins. It shows solid, chunky structure, ripe fruit and plenty of sweetness. Of course, there is acidity as well, the charm of Gamay coming through in the fresh cherry flavors. Age 2–3 years.",Domaine Montchavy,14,92,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Domaine Montchavy (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-domaine-montchavy-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 13.5,White,US,"A charming Chardonnay, not the biggest, baddest around, but crisp and linear and elegant. Shows saline, umami-infused lime, Meyer lemon and crème brûlée flavors, with zesty acidity. Finishes balanced and complex.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Block Eleven,30,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Qupé 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Block Eleven Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-block-eleven-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Qupé 14,Red,Italy,"This lovely blend of Sangiovese (60%), Cabernet Sauvignon and Canaiolo shows the super Tuscan side of a storied wine region like Montalcino. Indeed, Castello Romitorio is one of the best Brunello producers and this wine shows their expertise with other grape varieties. Blackberry, soft spice and fruity fullness characterize the mouthfeel.",Romito di Romitorio,54,92,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Castello Romitorio 2006 Romito di Romitorio Red (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-romitorio-2006-romito-di-red-santantimo/,Red Blend,2006,Castello Romitorio 14.5,Red,France,"The only question with this wine is whether it might be too much of a good thing. It's full bodieed and densely concentrated, with oaky notes of toasted almond and vanilla layered over plummy fruit, finishing warm and lush. Hedonistic to the max. Drink now.",Vieilles Vignes,77,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Tardieu-Laurent 2008 Vieilles Vignes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2008-vieilles-vignes-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Tardieu-Laurent 14.4,Red,US,"Lots of rich, heady flavors in this delicious young Cabernet Sauvignon. It appeals now for the intense blackberry, cherry, cassis, dark chocolate and anise flavors, but such is the tannic intensity that it should easily age. Hold until 2015 and try again.",Morisoli Vineyard,60,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2008 Morisoli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2008-morisoli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,V. Sattui 14.7,Red,US,"A big, lusty, rich Zinfandel, packing wildly complex flavors of summer-ripe raspberries and cherries, anise, crushed pepper, dusty spices, sweet vanilla and smoky sandalwood. One of V. Sattui's best Zins of the vintage.",Crow Ridge,35,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,V. Sattui 2008 Crow Ridge Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2008-crow-ridge-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,V. Sattui 15.2,White,US,"A very rich, flamboyant style of Chardonnay, showing caramelized oak, vanilla, buttered toast and plenty of ripe pineapple, sweet lime and honey richness. But it's balanced with crisp acidity. Drink now.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,32,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Deep Sea 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deep-sea-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Deep Sea 12.4,White,US,"Corral Creek is considered to be the best of the four estate vineyards that grow Riesling. The acidity has a lip-puckering, lemony character that carries over into the fruit. A citrusy serenade of lemon, tart tangerine and grapefruit. Excellent mass and depth, with plenty of grip and power.",Corral Creek,24,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Chehalem 2009 Corral Creek Riesling (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2009-corral-creek-riesling-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Riesling,2009,Chehalem 14,Red,US,"The Jerome reserve is exactly what you want and expect in a reserve. Not just bigger, not just more of everything—it has that—but without sacrificing terroir or balance. Supple, veined with red fruits, purple fruits, smoke, earth and barrel toast, the wine moves sinuously across the palate into a full-bore finish. Lots of life ahead.",Jerome Reserve,50,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2008 Jerome Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2008-jerome-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lemelson 14.4,Red,US,"Classic Russian River Zinfandel. The vineyard is in the Green Valley, and the wine has the wonderful attributes of ripeness, dryness and acidity, without high alcohol. It's enormously flavorful, delivering waves of blackberries, cherries, cola, red licorice, bacon, black pepper and sweet oak. A gorgeous Zin showing class and elegance.",Ottimino Vineyard Little 8,28,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ottimino Vineyards 2007 Ottimino Vineyard Little 8 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ottimino-2007-vineyard-little-8-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Ottimino Vineyards 13.2,White,US,"A very dry, acidic young Chardonnay, marked by oak influence. The basic wine is tart and ripe in citrus and peach fruit, while barrels add richer notes of vanilla cream and buttered toast. Lees stirring is evident in the Champagne-like yeastiness. An elegant Chard to drink now.",Los Alamos Vineyard,29,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Chanin 2008 Los Alamos Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanin-2008-los-alamos-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Chanin 14,Red,Spain,"Lush and dark, with balance throughout. The nose oozes blackberry and fine oak, while the palate is thick and meaty, with dark berry and vanilla as the prime flavors. Solid, textured and rich, with a long, lasting, complex finish of tobacco, vanilla, mixed spices and chocolate. Drink now through 2017.",Roda I Reserva,70,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Roda 2006 Roda I Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-roda-2006-i-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Roda 14.3,Red,US,"So fresh and jammy in raspberry and cherry fruit, so tannic and acidic, so overtly oaky, it seems like a wine to stick in the cellar for 3–5 years to let it mellow out. It's good and rich and impressive, but too much of everything at this point.",Mononi Vineyard,60,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2009 Mononi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2009-mononi-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Arista 15.5,White,US,"A beautiful 100% Viognier, showing the variety's exotic tropical fruit, wildflower and pear flavors wrapped into a texture of firm tannins and adequate acidity. Finishes with tiers of honey, apricot jam, tangerine-infused crême brûlée. Very nice, if high in alcohol.",Estate Bottled,50,92,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2009 Estate Bottled Viognier (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2009-estate-bottled-viognier-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Viognier,2009,Chalk Hill ,Red,Italy,"The 2006 vintage presents elegant, refined tones and this blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah does just that. There's a nice fullness to the wine that is reflected in the integration of its aromatic elements. Chocolate, red cherry and exotic spice linger long on the palate.",Summus,69,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 2006 Summus Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2006-summus-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Castello Banfi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Coniale is one of those beautifully balanced Italian Cabs that is plush and dense, but elegant and fine at the same time. The wine boast ripened blackberry and cassis and there is not a green note in sight. Indeed, soft spice and firm tannins promise a bright aging future.",Coniale,55,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castellare di Castellina 2006 Coniale Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2006-coniale-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Castellare di Castellina 14.5,Red,US,"Dry and smooth as a fine old Scotch, with intricately woven blackberry, black currant, green olive and herb flavors leading to a long, spicy finish. The tannins are significant, but very finely ground. Classy and powerful, this Cabernet should develop over the next eight years.",Little Sister,45,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Wallis Family Estate 2008 Little Sister Red (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wallis-family-estate-2008-little-sister-red-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Wallis Family Estate 21.5,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Rich, nutty and serious, with focus and power along with depth. This is a weighty, full-force style of amontillado that tips the scale at 21.5%, which is high. But for heady Sherry, this is excellent stuff. Toasted pecan, layered viscosity, balancing acids and pecan, walnut and almond flavors make for an intensely smooth ride.",Del Duque Amontillado Viejo 375 ml,49,92,Andalucia,Jerez,,González Byass NV Del Duque Amontillado Viejo 375 ml Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonzalez-byass-nv-duque-amontillado-viejo-375-ml-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,González Byass 13,White,France,"Already showing well, Guigal's 2007 white Hermitage displays hints of truffle and peach on the nose and in the mouth. This blend of 95% Marsanne and 5% Roussanne is full bodied and mouthcoating, with a long, citrusy finish. Drink this beauty now, or hold 10 or more years.",,55,92,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,E. Guigal 2007 White (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2007-white-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,2007,E. Guigal 17,Dessert,US,"An extraordinarily sweet wine, just massive in honey, orange and butterscotch flavors. A brisk streak of acidity provides much-needed balance. Beautiful and decadent, and deliriously good with cheesecake.",Angelica,40,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,PasoPort NV Angelica White Port (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasoport-nv-angelica-port-blend-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,White Port,,PasoPort 13.9,Red,US,"Shows a delicate texture, almost Pinot Noir-like in lightness, yet offers a blast of berry, spice, tobacco, cola and bacon flavors that are lusty and ripe. The grapes come from the Green Valley, and the alcohol is low while acidity is high. Beautiful and classy, a Zin to drink with everything from salmon and steak to tuna and short ribs.",Von Weidlich Vineyard,36,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ottimino Vineyards 2007 Von Weidlich Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ottimino-2007-von-weidlich-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Ottimino Vineyards 14.5,Red,Italy,"Guardiavigna is one of those soft, pleasurable wines with lavish, intense aromas of chocolate mocha, sweet cinnamon and loads of mature fruit. That plush, soft feel continues over the long finish.",Guardiavigna,,92,Tuscany,Orcia,,Podere Forte 2006 Guardiavigna Red (Orcia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-forte-2006-guardiavigna-red-orcia/,Red Blend,2006,Podere Forte 14,Red,Italy,"This flagship super Tuscan from Piccini shows us the serious winemaking potential of one of Tuscany's most charismatic and playful wineries. The softness and richness of the wine is impressive and its long finish is driven forward by chocolate, red cherry and spice.",Sasso al Poggio,25,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Piccini 2006 Sasso al Poggio Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2006-sasso-al-poggio-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Piccini 14.2,White,US,"The initial impression of this Chardonnay is of intense pineapple, pear and tropical fruit flavors, but then the minerality and acidity kick in, and the wine feels grounded and vital. It's a lovely effort, rich and intense yet light and ephemeral.",Barbed Oak Vineyard,30,92,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Bjornstad 2008 Barbed Oak Vineyard Chardonnay (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bjornstad-2008-barbed-oak-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Bjornstad 14.5,Red,France,"Full bodied and concentrated, with a long, chewy finish, this wine gets points for being complex as well. It's plummy yet savory, with touches of braised beef, coffee and black olive. Drink 2013–2023.",Cuvée Spéciale,85,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Tardieu-Laurent 2007 Cuvée Spéciale Grenache (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2007-cuvee-speciale-grenache-chateauneuf-pape/,Grenache,2007,Tardieu-Laurent 13,White,Austria,"The rich, exposed soils of the Wagram ridge give richness to this wine. From old vines, it is impressive with spice, red pepper, cinnamon as well as green plum and mango fruits. Six months wood aging rounds it out. Screwcap.",Fumberg,25,92,Wagram-Donauland,,,Soellner 2010 Fumberg Grüner Veltliner (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soellner-2010-fumberg-gruner-veltliner-wagram-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Soellner 15,Red,US,"A really good Zinfandel, and despite hefty alcohol, it's dry and balanced. Really delivers those Zin flavors of wild berries, leather, anise, cocoa and cola, and the spices are a wild ride through Asia. With thick, velvety tannins and acidity, it's a lovely, classy Zin to drink now.",Ramazzotti Vineyard,36,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,V. Sattui 2008 Ramazzotti Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2008-ramazzotti-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,V. Sattui 13.5,White,Austria,"A rich style of wine, very generous, ripely fruity. The classic pepper character of the grape is rounded out by pear, green apple and lime flavors, as well as a concentrated, textured center. Screwcap.",Scheiben,,92,Wagram-Donauland,,,Leth 2010 Scheiben Grüner Veltliner (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leth-2010-scheiben-gruner-veltliner-wagram-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Leth 14,White,France,"A fine example of white Hermitage, Chapoutier's 2007 Chante-Alouette boasts attractive aromas of crushed stone, honey and pineapple, while in the mouth the wine goes down easily, flowing along like a gentle, honeyed stream. Harmonious. Drink now–2014, or after 2019 if you prefer aged Hermitage.",Chante-Alouette,92,92,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2007 Chante-Alouette Marsanne (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2007-chante-alouette-marsanne-hermitage/,Marsanne,2007,M. Chapoutier 14.2,Red,US,"An elegant Pinot Noir, dry, silky and crisp in acidity, making it a natural for lamb chops or a grilled steak. The flavors are strong, of sour cherry candy and raspberries, with a sweet, smoky coating of oak. Likely to develop over the next six years.",Ferrington Vineyard,56,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Arista 2009 Ferrington Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2009-ferrington-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Arista 15.2,Red,US,"Elaborate and impressive, in the manner of Sean Thackrey, a big, rich, alcoholic wine with massive flavors. The blackberries and currants are swamped with black pepper and various exotic spices, and the finish is thoroughly dry. There's nothing shy or subtle about this wine, but it does express what California's sun does so well.",Rossi Vineyard Orion,90,92,California,Napa,St. Helena,Sean Thackrey 2009 Rossi Vineyard Orion Red (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-2009-rossi-vineyard-orion-red-napa-st-helena/,Red Blend,2009,Sean Thackrey 13,White,US,"This intense, concentrated blend of Viognier, Roussanne and Marsanne combines vivid floral aromas with almost candied citrus fruit. It's seductive and lengthy, with a gamut of scents and flavors from perfume to pastry.",Pistoleta White,19,92,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Quady North 2010 Pistoleta White White (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-north-2010-pistoleta-white-southern-rogue-valley/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Quady North 14.2,Red,US,"A single-vineyard selection Pinot with nerves of steel. Big fruit—blackberry and black cherry—finds itself wrapped in a skin of metal and rock. It's all still primary, but has every indication of developing more subtle and complex flavors as it ages.",Stermer Vineyard,42,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2008 Stermer Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2008-stermer-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lemelson 13.5,White,US,"Winemaker Anthony King picks his Chardonnay early, he says, to preserve the vibrant citrus and floral characteristics of the grape.t This is a total success on that score, bursting from the glass with a mix of lime and citrus blossom. As you taste it becomes apparent that this is a wine of genuine muscle and depth; the flavors penetrate and linger, along with seams of mineral and a lick of vanilla.",Reserve,25,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2008-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Lemelson 14.5,Red,US,"A sort of second wine to Laurel Glen's estate Cabernet, this is quite simply a wonderful wine. It's dry, tannic and crisply balanced, with rich flavors of blackberries, currants, cola, herbs and sweet, smoky sandalwood. Really compelling, and at this price, a steal in a great coastal California Cabernet.",Counterpoint,30,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Laurel Glen 2007 Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-glen-2007-counterpoint-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Laurel Glen 18,Dessert,US,"A Port-style blend, this full-bodied red dessert wine is enormously sweet and quite delicious, with rich, decadent blackberry, chocolate, nougat, macaroon and vanilla flavors, brightened with fine acidity. Save it for this winter, and drink on a cold night in front of the fireplace, with something chocolaty and romantic.",Tawny,35,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,PasoPort NV Tawny Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasoport-nv-tawny-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,,PasoPort 13.5,Red,Italy,"Gorgeous, soft and rich with velvety firm tannins, Balifico would pair with spicy marinated pork or slow cooked-beef. The plushness is what sets this wine apart as do its fine aromas of blackberry, leather and black cherry.",Balifico,57,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Volpaia 2006 Balifico Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-2006-balifico-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Volpaia 13,White,Austria,There is impressive balance here—rich apple and pear flavors with a tang of minerality. It is smooth and concentrated on the one hand and edgy and nervy on the other. Screwcap.,Aussere Bergen,23,92,Niederösterreich,,,Zull 2010 Aussere Bergen Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zull-2010-aussere-bergen-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Zull 10,Dessert,Austria,"Made from Rosenmuskateller (a pink-tinted grape), this wonderfully perfumed wine is such a curiosity that it can only legally be table wine, a super Austrian. There are flavors of rosehip, ginger and a wondrous freshness.",Zwischen den Seen Nummer 3 Kollektion L08A,150,92,Austria,,,Kracher NV Zwischen den Seen Nummer 3 Kollektion L08A Rosenmuskateller (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-nv-zwischen-den-seen-nummer-3-kollektion-l08a-muscat-rosenmuskateller/,Rosenmuskateller,,Kracher 14.2,White,US,"Lots of dry acidity in this wine, marked by steely minerals that give it a tang. New oak gives it rich additions of buttered toast, while sur lie aging adds a creamy, yeast sourness. With citrus and apple fruit flavors, it's one of the best Carneros Chards of the vintage.",Hudson Vineyard,55,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Patz & Hall 2009 Hudson Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2009-hudson-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Patz & Hall 14.2,White,US,"Just what you want in an oaky California Chardonnay. Shows hedonistic flavors of pineapples, green apples, oranges and buttered toast, in a crisply dry package. There's an oily, creamy fatness that makes it especially rich.",,35,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Patz & Hall 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Patz & Hall 14,Red,Italy,"In terms of value, Sassoalloro is one of the most interesting wines in Italy. Here you have a major, cult-level super Tuscan available at a surprisingly reasonable price. Elegance and complexity come through in spades and so do fine aromas of red cherry, licorice and toasted almond.",Sassoalloro,29,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Jacopo Biondi-Santi 2007 Sassoalloro Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacopo-biondi-santi-2007-sassoalloro-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Jacopo Biondi-Santi 14.3,Red,US,"A lovely, silky Pinot Noir, so fresh and vibrant in cherry, cola, pomegranate and spice flavors. Feels light and delicate in the mouth, with lots of charm, yet shows a depth that makes it complex and interesting. Now–2014.",Longbow,48,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2009 Longbow Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2009-longbow-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Arista 13,White,Austria,"This wine benefits from some time in bottle. Wood and fruit are integrated, bringing out the spice in the fruit, while leaving delicious apple and white currant fruits to blossom. Screwcap.",Rabenstein,29,92,Niederösterreich,,,Dürnberg 2008 Rabenstein Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durnberg-2008-rabenstein-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Dürnberg 14.5,Red,Italy,"Suisassi is one of Italy's most interesting and unique expressions of Syrah. Made according to organic and biodynamic principles, the wine shows a hearty masculine side of ripe fruit and rich oak that is enhanced by subtle elegance and lingering power. It is definitely worth your attention.",Suisassi,110,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Duemani 2007 Suisassi Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duemani-2007-suisassi-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2007,Duemani 14.7,Red,US,"With 50% new oak aging, the wood stands out now, showing caramelized and buttered toast flavors. Under that is a dry, tannic wine, filled with raspberries, cherries and spicy pomegranates. Complex and pedigreed, it wants some time in the cellar. Better after 2014.",La Encantada Vineyard,56,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foxen 2009 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2009-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Foxen 14.9,Red,US,"Exceptionally rich, a Pinot Noir that tastes dramatic from the get go. It's full-bodied, dry and velvety, with complex flavors of berries, pomegranates, cherries, cola, currants, mushrooms and spices. The firm tannins and crisp acids suggest ageability over the next six years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Block 8,56,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Block 8 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-block-8-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Foxen 14,Red,Spain,"Deep, dark and oaky smelling, with tons of mocha on top of ripe black fruit aromas. There's both heft and elegance to this wine, that and coffee, spice and exotic black fruit flavors. Finishes toasty and spicy, with a rich, chunky, structured feel. Impressive; drink now through 2013.",Exaltos Cepas Viejas,30,92,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Dominio de Tares 2007 Exaltos Cepas Viejas Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-tares-2007-exaltos-cepas-viejas-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2007,Dominio de Tares 14.5,Red,Spain,"Baked, earthy, minerally berry fruit aromas suggest lead pencil, roasted plum, cassis and raspberry. The palate is lush, pure and balanced, with classic Priorat flavors of mineral-tinged blackberry and plum. Chunky and smooth on the finish, with broad, soft tannins. There's no bite or harshness at all; drink now through 2014.",Clos Figueres,90,92,Catalonia,Priorat,,Clos Figueras 2006 Clos Figueres Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-figueras-2006-figueres-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Clos Figueras 14,Red,Italy,"A food-friendly blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese and Syrah, Cum Laude offers attractive notes of milk chocolate and creamy cherry over a rich, plump mouthfeel. Meat dishes or pasta al forno with a crunchy cheese topping would fit the bill.",Cum Laude,37,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 2007 Cum Laude Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2007-cum-laude-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Castello Banfi 14,Red,Italy,"Francesco Bolla's Poggio Verrano is an interesting estate worth keeping an eye on. The wines show consistent quality and the red blend Chance is the latest in a varied portfolio of products that show the best of southern Tuscany. The wine opens with ripe fruit aromas, cured meat and leather.",Chance,39,93,Tuscany,Maremma,,Poggio Verrano 2005 Chance (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-verrano-2005-chance-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2005,Poggio Verrano 14.6,White,US,"A gorgeous Chardonnay, so dry and crisp, it makes the mouth water, yet so rich it dazzles. Shows waves of tangerine, apricot and lime flavors, liberally oaked, accompanied by vibrant acidity and the perfect touch of softening cream from lees aging. Drink now.",Oliver's Vineyard,32,93,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Talley 2009 Oliver's Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2009-olivers-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Talley 14.5,Red,US,"Held back for nearly four years, this Pinot still brims with acidity. Tartness is the shock that precedes columns of raspberries, cherries, pomegranates, persimmons and cola, bearing banners of exotic spices. A precise, intellectually pure wine, it should be decanted now, and will develop interestingly over the years.",Symposium Fort Ross Vineyard,30,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fort Ross Winery 2007 Symposium Fort Ross Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-ross-2007-symposium-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Fort Ross Winery ,White,US,"Intensely aromatic, with lovely accents of pine needle, grapefruit and mint. An elegant, complex and vividly spicy wine, with all elements proportionate, and showing excellent depth and structure. The flavors of fruit and forest just keep unfolding through a lingering finish.",Estate,16,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2010 Estate Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2010-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,David Hill 14,Red,US,"Vibrant, fresh, lively, with uplifted aromas and flavors of cherries, minerals, coffee, mushrooms, grilled meats and spices. A very rich wine, elaborately layered and multidimensional. Pretty tannic, which gives it a chewy quality. Drink this great wine with a steak, or age it for up to six years.",Ocean's Ghost,55,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2009 Ocean's Ghost Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2009-oceans-ghost-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Babcock ,Dessert,Spain,"Hay stack, honey and rich apricot and peach aromas lead to a thick, unctuous palate that's basically viscous as syrup. But wow does it taste good; it's deep and delicious, with honeyed fruit, brown sugar and maple notes to go with lush stonefruit essence. Pour atop vanilla ice cream for an amazing dessert.",Esencia de Almachar,112,93,Andalucia,Málaga,,Jorge Ordóñez & Co. 2005 Esencia de Almachar Moscatel (Málaga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorge-ordonez-co-2005-esencia-almachar-muscat-moscatel-malaga/,Moscatel,2005,Jorge Ordóñez & Co. 11,Dessert,Austria,"Muskat Ottonel adds its typical perfume to this smoothly rich wine. It has great density in its rich fruit flavors of apricots, sweet oranges and an exotic edge of rosewater.",Zwischen den Seen Nummer 5 Trockenbeerenauslese,,93,Burgenland,,,Kracher 2008 Zwischen den Seen Nummer 5 Trockenbeerenauslese Muskat Ottonel (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2008-zwischen-den-seen-nummer-5-trockenbeerenauslese-muscat-muskat-ottonel-burgenland/,Muskat Ottonel,2008,Kracher 14.7,Red,US,"Rich in cherries and spices, this dramatic wine has a linear, structural quality to it, the result of dryness and acidity and minerals. Shows the finesse and femininity often associated with this vineyard. Pretty and polished now, but should develop over the next six years.",Cargasacchi Vineyard,50,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Bonaccorsi 2008 Cargasacchi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2008-cargasacchi-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bonaccorsi 13.5,White,Austria,"A powerful wine, a serious conversation between ripe fruits, spice, a smooth creamy texture and underlying minerality. With its edge of toast, pepper and final acidity, it is a wine for aging. Screwcap.",Berg Reserve,50,93,Traisental,,,Markus Huber 2010 Berg Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Traisental),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2010-berg-reserve-gruner-veltliner-traisental/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Markus Huber 13.7,White,US,"A block selection off the estate vineyard. Shows a lovely, firm minerality and leesy note, with rich citron, Asian pear, pineapple, baked apple, peach pie and spice flavors. An elaborate wine, amazingly rich and layered, yet so light and silky in the mouth.",Top Cream,45,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2009 Top Cream Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2009-top-cream-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,Babcock 15.2,Red,US,"A wine to cellar. With powerful tannins and near perfect balance, it's extraordinarily ripe and rich in blackberries and currants, with hints of minerals and spices. Very dry, it feels vital from the first taste to the long finish. The vineyard is north of Yountville, which puts it in a cooler area. Should develop bottle complexity over the next decade.",Missouri Hopper Vineyard,100,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Janzen 2008 Missouri Hopper Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/janzen-2008-missouri-hopper-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Janzen 15,Red,Argentina,"Blackberry, raisin, cola, moss and spice aromas form a potpourri of Malbec excellence. This is super deep and dense stuff; it's tight and ripped with tannins and acids. Flavors of licorice, blackberry, dark plum and oak are layered and serious. The first Mai made by Kaiken, and it's ready now through 2016.",Mai,85,93,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Kaiken 2007 Mai Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaiken-2007-mai-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Kaiken 14.6,White,US,"Kevin Furtado is a sommelier in Vail who owns this brand. The grapes come from some of Bien Nacido's best blocks. The wine is exceptionally lush and complex, showing flashes of tropical fruits, honey and minerals, tightly wound together in a firm structure. A really fine Chardonnay that should hold for up to 6 years.",Bien Nacido Vineyards,29,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,K. Furtado 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyards Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-furtado-2009-bien-nacido-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,K. Furtado 14.5,Red,US,"A dark, big, potent Pinot, as Laetitia tends to produce. It shows the tannin structure of its cool climate vineyard, and is completely dry, with a refreshing squirt of acidity. Deep down inside is a rich core of cherries and cola. A dramatic wine that needs serious decanting, and should develop in the bottle over the next six years.",Reserve du Domaine,40,93,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2009 Reserve du Domaine Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2009-reserve-domaine-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Laetitia 13,White,Austria,"Rich, smooth and opulent wine from the top Hundsleiten vineyard. It is driven by a taut line of acidity that is surrounded by ripe pear and melon flavors and a rounded, concentrated texture. Fruit is right to the fore in a refined way, and pepper on the finish.",Hundsleiten,31,93,Weinviertel,,,R&A Pfaffl 2010 Hundsleiten Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2010-hundsleiten-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,R&A Pfaffl 15.5,Red,Spain,"Another excellent Idus. The nose is jammed full of big berry, leather and earth aromas. In the mouth, it's pure to the hilt, with jammy depth and delicious flavors of blackberry, chocolate and licorice. Finishes toasty and creamy, with soft tannins and ease. Drink now through 2015.",Idus,50,93,Catalonia,Priorat,,Vall Llach 2006 Idus Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vall-llach-2006-idus-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Vall Llach 14.2,White,US,"A Rhône-style wine, mostly Roussanne, co-fermented with Viognier. Defining richness, it's elaborate and heady in orange, honey, apricot, sandalwood, anise, vanilla and buttered toast flavors. This full-bodied beauty is a white wine for red wine fans. Don't chill it too much.",Lotus of Siam,50,93,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2009 Lotus of Siam White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2009-lotus-siam-white-other/,White Blend,2009,Sanguis 13,Red,France,"Crafted from the vines of the old Jean-Louis Grippat estate, this is a wonderfully complex yet elegant rendition of Saint-Joseph. Smoky notes of cured meat and cracked pepper entwine perfumed, plummy fruit in this full-bodied, creamy-textured wine that should drink well for at least the next 10 years.",Lieu-Dit Saint-Joseph,108,93,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,E. Guigal 2007 Lieu-Dit Saint-Joseph (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2007-lieu-dit-saint-joseph-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2007,E. Guigal 14.4,Red,US,"A huge wine, brimming with ripe cherry, blackberry and cola flavors, housed in a firm structure of acidity and minerality. Feels tight and elegant in the mouth, a complex wine to lay down if you like a little bottle age on your Pinots.",Le Belier,55,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Demetria 2009 Le Belier Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2009-le-belier-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Demetria 14,Red,Italy,"Corbaia is a super Tuscan blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon that opens with intensity and bright fruit flavors. It boasts a soft, silky feel with a firm tannic bite followed by cassis, earth and wild mushroom. Very nice.",Corbaia,65,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Bossi 2007 Corbaia Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bossi-2007-corbaia-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Castello di Bossi 14.7,Red,US,"An impressive young Cabernet that shows plenty of classic Oakville character. It's dry and balanced, with firm, complex tannins and a solid core of ripe blackberry and currant fruit, as well as a fine overlay of sweet, smoky oak. Feels fine and important in the mouth, and should benefit from aging through at least 2017.",TKO,80,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative 2007 TKO Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockroom-winemaking-cooperative-2007-tko-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative 14.5,Red,Italy,The price is right and the blend is excellent. Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon are mixed in equal parts resulting in excellent integration and aromas that express the characteristics of both varieties. Blackberry and cassis is followed by spicy tones and bright freshness.,Perlato del Bosco,30,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tua Rita 2008 Perlato del Bosco Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tua-rita-2008-perlato-bosco-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Tua Rita 14.1,Red,US,"A lush, opulent Cabernet for drinking now. Shows classic Napa structure, with firm, fine tannins housing ripe flavors of blackberries, currants, cassis and herbs, touched by smoky oak.",Reserve,45,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Summers 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Summers 14.7,Red,US,"A beautiful Pinot, authoritative and masculine, with firm tannins, hard acidity and a bone-dry finish. The core of black cherries, cola, spices and sweet oak is irresistibly good. Compelling now right out of the bottle, and should develop over the next six years.",Julia's Vineyard,56,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2009 Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2009-julias-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Foxen 9.5,Dessert,Austria,"The pair to this wine is Nummer 3 in the Kracher 2008 series. This smoother version has touches of toast to go with the intense ginger cake and spice as well as considerable acidity. A rounded, pure nectar of a wine.",Nouvelle Vague Nummer 4 Kollektion L08B,,93,Austria,,,Kracher NV Nouvelle Vague Nummer 4 Kollektion L08B Rosenmuskateller (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-nv-nouvelle-vague-nummer-4-kollektion-l08b-muscat-rosenmuskateller/,Rosenmuskateller,,Kracher 14.5,Red,Italy,"This super Tuscan blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon shows richness and softness followed by aromas of red cherry, chocolate and toasted hazelnut. The tannins are firm but smooth, and the wine would pair with game meats or spicy pork ribs.",Spirto,,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Sant Agnese dei F.lli Gigli 2004 Spirto Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sant-agnese-flli-gigli-2004-spirto-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Sant Agnese dei F.lli Gigli 15.2,Red,US,"Mostly Syrah, co-fermented with Viognier and Roussanne. The whites give an acidic, lemony tang to the rich, flamboyant blackberries, cherries and bacon of Syrah. The wine is young and vibrant, with a velvety texture. Should hold through 2014.",Endangered Species,70,93,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2008 Endangered Species Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2008-endangered-species-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Sanguis 13.5,Red,France,"The 2008 Cornas from Colombo have turned out very nicely, led by this effort. Scents of cracked pepper, bold blackberries and a hint of coffee presage a big-fruited wine, but one with ample complexity of savory notes. It's full bodied and richly textured, with a long, chewy finish. Drink 2015–2025.",La Louvée Syrah,84,93,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2008 La Louvée Syrah (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2008-louvee-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2008,Jean-Luc Colombo 15,Red,Spain,"A big, balanced, bombastic Montsant made from one-third each of Mazuelo, Garnacha and Syrah. On the bouquet it's the fruit that endears but mocha and vanilla stick out. The flavor profile sees lemony oak, blackberry, blueberry and minerality. Spicy and long late with size and grip. Drink now through 2015.",Mas de Can Blau,45,93,Catalonia,Montsant,,Can Blau 2007 Mas de Can Blau Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/can-blau-2007-mas-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2007,Can Blau 16,Red,Spain,"Licorice, schist, wild herbs and spicy berry fruit form an alluring bouquet. The palate is jammy but firm, with mouthfilling tannins and schisty flavors of blackberry that come with a fine herbal streak. Meaty and tannic but balanced and deep; a classy taste of Priorat to drink now through 2018.",Clos de l'Obac,95,93,Catalonia,Priorat,,Costers del Siurana 2007 Clos de l'Obac Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costers-siurana-2007-clos-lobac-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2007,Costers del Siurana 14.7,Red,US,"Tons of dusty Indian spices on this wine, along with sweet oak, ripe pie-filling cherries and raspberries and cola. In a word, generous. Yet it's bright in acidity and dry on the finish. A lovely wine to drink now.",Nielsen Vineyard,50,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bonaccorsi 2008 Nielsen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2008-nielsen-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bonaccorsi 14.9,White,US,"With 50% new oak, there's a lot of buttered toast and smoky vanilla on this Chard, but the fruit easily handles it. Fabulously rich in pineapple, honey and crème brûlée. Soft and fat in the mouth, maybe with a touch of botrytis. Very fine, extraordinary opulence. Drink now.",Nielsen Vineyard,40,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bonaccorsi 2008 Nielsen Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2008-nielsen-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Bonaccorsi 13.5,White,US,"Shows very bright acidity and a firm minerality, which gives it a tangy, mouthwatering vitality. Rich, too, in lemondrop candy, pineapple jam and spice flavors. The oak has been tastefully applied, with just- right notes of buttered toast. A flattering, balanced, elegant Chardonnay for drinking soon.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,30,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Au Bon Climat 2008 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2008-sanford-benedict-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Au Bon Climat 14.5,Red,Italy,"This impressive blend of Sangiovese and Merlot offers rich softness and a smooth texture backed by ripe aromas of red fruit, cinnamon spice, chocolate and mocha. The tannins also show softness and the wine would pair with choice cuts of succulent meat.",Filippone,30,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Canneto 2007 Filippone Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canneto-2007-filippone-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Canneto 13.5,Red,Italy,"From fashion designer Roberto Cavalli's wine estate (run by his son Tommaso), this elegant super Tuscan blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Alicante Bouschet opens with compelling intensity and pristine aromas of ripe blackberry, spice, leather and dark chocolate.",,45,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Cavalli Tenuta degli Dei 2007 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavalli-tenuta-degli-2007-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Cavalli Tenuta degli Dei 13.5,Red,US,"Ultrarich and spicy, with exotic flavors of bacon, cherry pie, cola and sandalwood. Notable for its structure, so dry and sturdy in tannins, yet so silky. A big, full-bodied wine, it should develop bottle complexity over the next four years.",Le Bon Climat,60,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Clendenen Family 2007 Le Bon Climat Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clendenen-family-2007-le-bon-climat-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Clendenen Family ,White,US,"A cool site delivers a wine with plenty of minerality and dry extract. The resultant density is very attractive, and adds both length and depth. Meyer lemon, tangerine, white peach and more run into a strong, lingering finish.",Coast Range Dry,24,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Trisaetum 2010 Coast Range Dry Riesling (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2010-coast-range-dry-riesling-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Riesling,2010,Trisaetum 14.5,Red,Italy,"Rita's blockbuster Syrah oozes thick, inky concentration with luscious layers of ripe fruit, blueberry, leather and bitter dark chocolate. You'll sense cedar wood and licorice as well and the mouthfeel is super soft and smooth. Drink after 2015.",,230,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tua Rita 2008 Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tua-rita-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2008,Tua Rita 14.2,White,US,"A very rich, flamboyant Chardonnay, designed to dazzle. With tropical fruit and spice flavors, it has all the buttered toast, crême brulée and butterscotch notes you could ask for from oak barrels. Brisk acidity provides much needed balance in this superb white wine.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,30,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Follette 2009 Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/follette-2009-sangiacomo-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,La Follette 14.1,Red,US,"The oak sticks out now in the form of toast and sweet wood sap, but that's because it hasn't been integrated into this fine young wine. Give it 3–4 years to come around, by which time the barrel influence will equalize with the ripe raspberries, cherries, Dr. Pepper cola and red currants. Could be quite special around 2015.",Woodruff Vineyard,55,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Arista 2009 Woodruff Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2009-woodruff-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Arista 13.5,White,France,"Guigal's luxury cuvée from Condrieu is a great success in 2008, marrying richness and power with hints of honeysuckle, toasted nuts and apricot. It's full bodied, creamy in texture and tremendously long on the finish. Drink now–2016, and possibly beyond.",La Doriane,100,93,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,E. Guigal 2008 La Doriane (Condrieu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2008-doriane-viognier-condrieu/,Viognier,2008,E. Guigal 13.5,Red,US,"Shows the elegantly crisp, almost austere structure of the winery's 2009s, courtesy of the cool vintage. Tight at first in acids and tannins, as it warms it gives off deep layers of sour cherries, cola, pomegranates and rhubarbs, all of them dry, earthy fruits that sing of the soil. Should develop bottle complexity through 2015.",Dutton Ranch - Fox Den Vineyard,58,93,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2009 Dutton Ranch - Fox Den Vineyard Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2009-ranch-fox-den-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dutton-Goldfield 13.5,Red,US,"You can taste Marin's cool climate in the exotic, forest-scented pine needle, wild thyme and bitter cherry flavors of this elegant, complex young Pinot. It's completely dry and savory in acidity. An elusive, subtle, capitivating wine that should do interesting things over the next six years.",Devil's Gulch Vineyard,58,93,California,North Coast,Marin County,Dutton-Goldfield 2009 Devil's Gulch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2009-devils-gulch-vineyard-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dutton-Goldfield 14.5,Red,US,"A rich, dense, vital Merlot, one of the best of the vintage. Offers loads of cherry, green olive, roasted meat and pepper flavors, wrapped into firm tannins leading to a distinguished finish. Dry and elegant, it's a beautiful wine to decant and drink soon with steak, chops, lamb.",,30,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Hall 14.5,Red,France,"At first glance, this is not particularly impressive; it's slightly herbal and rustic, with a raisiny edge to the fruit. But this really improves with air, fleshing out on the midpalate and losing the raisiny notes in favor of plum and savory notes. Give it four or five years in the cellar and drink it over the next 15 or so.",,120,93,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château de Beaucastel 2007 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaucastel-2007-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château de Beaucastel 14.9,White,US,"This complex Chardonnay shows lots of smoky-sweet oak, with notes of buttered toast that are perfectly integrated with flavors of Asian pear, tropical fruits and spices. There's a wonderfully pure minerality that, together with brisk acidity, gives the wine a bracing quality.",Melville Vineyard,40,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Bonaccorsi 2008 Melville Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2008-melville-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Bonaccorsi 12,Red,US,"This might be one of the most interesting wines being made in California right now, a tiny production, 12%-alcohol Graciano, a grape native to Rioja and barely found in California. The wine is bright and very European, full of white pepper, cranberry and leather notes, high in acid and very clean, though it's unfined and unfiltered. It lasts and lasts, getting better with every drop.",Ripken Vineyard,48,94,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sheldon 2009 Ripken Vineyard Graciano (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldon-2009-ripken-vineyard-spanish-red-graciano-central-valley-lodi/,Graciano,2009,Sheldon 12.5,Dessert,US,"Pours dark for a dessert wine, an old gold-orange color that suggests bottle age. And indeed, it's nearly nine years old. But it's still rich and vibrant in orange liqueur, honey and crème brûlée flavors, finished with clean acidity. The residual sugar is an amazingly sweet 22.6%.",Late Harvest Bien Nacido Vineyard,50,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Nicolaysen Family Vineyards 2002 Late Harvest Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolaysen-family-2002-late-harvest-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-blanc-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2002,Nicolaysen Family Vineyards 13.5,White,Austria,"Intensely mineral wine, with an austere edge of acidity and texture. It has a pure quality, its apple flavors shining through the outer shell. With its firm character, it will age many years.",Rotes Tor Smaragd,78,94,Wachau,,,Franz Hirtzberger 2010 Rotes Tor Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franz-hirtzberger-2010-rotes-tor-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Franz Hirtzberger 14.1,Red,US,"One of the best Nebbiolos to ever come from California. The aroma dazzles with notes of tar, licorice, roasted meat, cherries, pepper and cedar. The wine is absolutely dry, with brilliant acidity, and seems to change with each moment in the glass. Just starting to dry out, but still fresh and lively. A remarkable wine at an amazingly affordable price for what you get.",Brico Buon Natale,35,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Clendenen 2003 Brico Buon Natale Nebbiolo (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clendenen-2003-brico-buon-natale-nebbiolo-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Nebbiolo,2003,Clendenen 14.8,Red,US,"This is a best of barrels blend from Hall's various vineyards, including the famous Sacrashe. The wine itself is lovely. It has a firm structure thanks to dusty tannins and a dry minerality, while bright acidity makes the cherry, blackberry, blueberry, cassis and dark chocolate fruit sing. Drink now and through 2014.",Kathryn Hall,90,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2008 Kathryn Hall Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2008-kathryn-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hall 15,Red,Argentina,"Dark and incredibly concentrated, with earth, black fruits, mint and exotic side notes. It's stout and tannic, but also rich and pure, with monster black fruit flavor and powerful coffee, toast and length on the finish. A smashing wine that's huge but delicious. Drink now through 2017.",Lindaflor La Violeta,100,94,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Monteviejo 2007 Lindaflor La Violeta Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteviejo-2007-lindaflor-violeta-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Monteviejo 15.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy and deep as midnight, with spice, floral notes, herbal aromas, tobacco and mocha. The palate is super rich, almost to the point of syrupy, with blackberry, brown sugar and coffee flavors. Finishes chewy, ripe and deep, with no harshness or tannic grind. Drink now through 2013.",,95,94,Catalonia,Priorat,,Vall Llach 2006 Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vall-llach-2006-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Vall Llach 14.5,Red,US,"An extraordinary wine, Fogarty's best Bordeaux-style wine ever. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, it shows the classic profile of a young wine capable of extended aging. The tannins still are serious at the age of nearly five years. There's good acidity, and the core of blackberries, cherries and cassis is potent. Give it at least another six years.",Lexington,50,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2006 Lexington Meritage (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2006-lexington-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Meritage,2006,Thomas Fogarty 14.1,White,US,"A superb Sauvignon Blanc. The cool vintage gives it brilliant acidity, modest alcohol and dryness, yet it's wonderfully rich in long hangtime citrus, wet stone, green apple, apricot and mineral flavors. Better than the excellent 2008, a white Bordeaux-style wine to drink now.",,36,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Alpha Omega 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-omega-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Alpha Omega 14.2,White,US,"Pretty much as good as Bjornstad's single-vineyard bottlings. It's opulent and creamy, with exotic tropical fruit, green apple, pear and honey flavors, elaborately oaked and spicy. Wonderful acidity gives a clean scour to all the richness.",,25,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Bjornstad 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bjornstad-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Bjornstad 15.5,Red,Spain,"Deep, sweet and lusty on the nose, with a hint of animal and whole lot of black fruit. The palate is saturated and jammy, with roasted, ripe berry flavors and a ripe, silky finish. Not hard or tannic in the least, with a spot of Priorat's patented schisty minerality. Drink now through 2015.",Les Eres Especial dels Carners,122,92,Catalonia,Priorat,,Joan Simó 2006 Les Eres Especial dels Carners Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joan-simo-2006-eres-especial-dels-carners-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Joan Simó 14,Red,Italy,"Girolamo is a wine you can't get enough of. It's soft and luscious with ripe cherry, chocolate and tobacco overtones. It feels smooth and finely textured on the finish with a long, fruit-driven endnote. Pair this beautiful expression from Tuscany with pulled beef or marinated pork.",Girolamo,50,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Bossi 2007 Girolamo Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bossi-2007-girolamo-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2007,Castello di Bossi 12.5,White,US,"A pungent, sappy Riesling, with a strong scent of rock and rind. This is powerful stuff—dry and a bit lean, but packed with texture and flavor. Subtle hints of citrus, pear and honey weave through. This needs more time to develop in the bottle.",Dry,20,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2009 Dry Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2009-dry-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2009,Lemelson 14,Red,Spain,"Classic Priorato aromatics of raspberry, cherry, schisty mineral and smoke are welcoming. Elegant and firm in the mouth, with drying tannins and staunch red fruit flavors of cherry and tomato blended with wild herbs and reeds. Earthy and dry on the finish, and not overpowering or overripe.",Montgarnatx,43,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Francesc Sanchez Bas 2005 Montgarnatx Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesc-sanchez-bas-2005-montgarnatx-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2005,Francesc Sanchez Bas 14.4,White,US,"Rich, ripe and flamboyant in tropical fruit, pear, peach, Meyer lemon, orange jam and vanilla spice flavors. Layered, opulent, lush and honeyed, but actually quite dry on the finish, with a burst of acidity. The blend is Chardonnay, Roussanne and Viognier.",Uncloudy Day,60,91,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2009 Uncloudy Day White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2009-uncloudy-day-white-other/,White Blend,2009,Sanguis 13,Red,France,"Like many of the '07 Hermitages, this isn't a huge wine, but instead shows a nice sense of proportion, marrying hickory smoke with touches of cracked peppercorns, cedar and roasted beef. Drink now–2020.",,126,90,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Tardieu-Laurent 2007 Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Tardieu-Laurent 14,Red,Argentina,"Opens with rooty, baked aromas before finding its legs and plenty of ripe, attractive berry fruit. The palate is juicy and solid, with good acidity and nice flavors of wild berry, chocolate and toast. Stylish and very solid. Definitely a food-friendly Malbec.",,25,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Silvina 2006 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-silvina-2006-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2006,Doña Silvina 15,Red,US,"Made from 100% Cabernet, an interesting, complex wine, showing cool climate notes of mint, cassis, cloves and blackberries. Lots of sweet ripeness underneath the tannins, and a coating of sweet, smoky oak. Decant and drink now.",The Loin,50,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Babcock 2007 The Loin Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2007-loin-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Babcock ,Red,France,"A firmly terroir-driven wine, solidly based on its tannins and the richest of red fruits. Very mineral, chewy at this young stage, densely concentrated, the acidity a sharp light through the fruit. Powerful stuff.",Côte du Py,14,90,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Côte du Py (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-cote-py-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 13.9,White,US,"Creamy, lush, a gorgeous Pinot Gris with cotton candy, strawberry and toast flavors and a honeyed finish, balanced by crisp acidity. A lovely white wine at a good price.",Naughty Little Hillsides Estate Grown,20,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2010 Naughty Little Hillsides Estate Grown Pinot Gris (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2010-naughty-little-hillsides-estate-grown-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Gris,2010,Babcock 18,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Tilts towards sweet on the nose, where maple, molasses, pecan and baked fruit aromas hold court. The palate is layered and lively, with a nice blend of pit fruits, toast, nuts and butter. Long and elegant on the finish, it's highly drinkable and enjoyable within the oloroso class.",Alfonso Oloroso Seco,20,90,Andalucia,Jerez,,González Byass NV Alfonso Oloroso Seco Palomino (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonzalez-byass-nv-alfonso-oloroso-seco-palomino-jerez-130507/,Palomino,,González Byass 13,Red,France,"A textbook example of the flavors one expects to find in Côte Rôtie, laden with hints of smoke, bacon, herbs and green olives, all framed by silky tannins and a delicate structure. The finish is long and mouthwatering. It's drinking well now, but shows the balance to age through at least 2017.",L'Eglantine,85,90,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Ferraton Père et Fils 2007 L'Eglantine (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraton-pere-fils-2007-leglantine-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,2007,Ferraton Père et Fils ,Red,France,"Impressively powerful, structured wine that has spice, richness, plenty of firm tannins as well as a punch of sweet plum and red cherry flavors. There is an edge of acidity that suggests aging potential.",Domaine Jean Descombes,16,90,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Domaine Jean Descombes (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-domaine-jean-descombes-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 12.8,White,Spain,"Crisp apple and pineapple aromas come on strong on this healthy, straw-colored Galician quaffer. The palate is full and chalky, with fine acidity and tropical flavors of pineapple and mango. Finishes round, with just enough cutting acidity",,22,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Don Olegario 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-olegario-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Don Olegario 14.2,White,US,"From the Napa side of Carneros comes this crisp, fruity young Chardonnay. It's tart in savory acidity and bone dry, with pleasantly nuanced flavors of lemons, limes and tangerines, accented with a touch of sweet oak. An elegant wine to drink now.",,23,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2009 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Cuvaison 14,Red,US,"Sommeliers will call this a restaurant wine because it supports food rather than dominating it. It's bone dry, crisp in acidity and silky, with subtle cherry, tobacco, cola and sandalwood flavors. Drink now as an interesting switch on Pinot Noir.",,35,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Chandon 2009 Pinot Meunier (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-2009-other-red-pinot-meunier-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Meunier,2009,Chandon 14,Red,France,"Rich, ripe and chocolaty in style, this is a full-bodied yet soft and velvety-textured wine. It's a rich, satisfying mouthful of lusty red from the right bank of the Rhône, made by Laudun Chusclan Vignerons for the importer.",,14,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Cachette 2009 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cachette-2009-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Cachette 12.5,Red,France,"A fine value in Northern Rhône Syrah, the Tain cooperative's 2009 Crozes-Hermitage is fairly extracted for a Crozes, with plummy, dark fruit alongside hints of clove, leather and coffee. Turns a bit astringent on the finish; try 2013–2018.",,20,89,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Cave de Tain 2009 Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2009,Cave de Tain 13.5,Red,Spain,"Emina 2009 Tinto Fino Roble (Ribera del Duero). Purple and big, with black fruit aromas along with plenty of young oak, licorice, cola and bacon. The palate has a saturated, lush feel and bold flavors of blackberry and oak. On the finish it's all coconut, butter and dill. Ribald and offering a lot.",Tinto Fino Roble,15,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emina 2009 Tinto Fino Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2009-tinto-fino-roble-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2009,Emina 14.5,Red,US,"This is a tremendously inviting price for a wine of this caliber, super structured and tight at first with chewy tannins and savory plum and chocolate on the palate. Concentrated, this Zin could stand a little time in the cellar, 3–5 years, or let it breathe awhile if you just have to drink it now.",,16,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Easton 2009 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2009-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Easton ,Red,France,"Firm tannins here and rich fruit underneath, but the wine is spoilt by the banana flavor that intrudes. Perhaps recent bottling has brought this out, in which case a few months wait will see the full potential.",Domaine Javernières,15,89,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Domaine Javernières (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-domaine-javernieres-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf ,Red,France,"Sweet plum juice and strawberry flavors, a typical wine of the vintage. Acidity and tannins are well integrated into the ripe character of this delicious wine.",,19,89,Beaujolais,Chénas,,Henry Fessy 2009 Chénas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2009-gamay-chenas/,Gamay,2009,Henry Fessy 14,Red,Austria,"A blend of Zweigelt and Bordeaux grapes, this is rich and spicy with black plum fruit and soft tannins. Acidity cuts through the opulent feel. It is juicy, ripe and ready to drink now.",Mavie,33,89,Burgenland,,,Münzenrieder 2008 Mavie Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/munzenrieder-2008-mavie-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2008,Münzenrieder 13.5,Red,Spain,"Earth, leather, baked fruits and spice notes make for a classic aged Rioja bouquet. The palate is juicy, crisp and pure, with light cherry, cranberry, tobacco and dill flavors. Racy and ready to drink now, but with such a tight spine it'll age another decade.",Viña Real Oro Reserva,32,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,CVNE 2004 Viña Real Oro Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cvne-2004-vina-real-oro-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,CVNE 12.5,White,Austria,"The freshest apples that are also rich and textured mark this wine, which is also packed with totally tangy citrus while also having some weight. It's a delicious style of wine for food. Screwcap.",Goldberg,,89,Wagram-Donauland,,,Bauer 2010 Goldberg Grüner Veltliner (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bauer-2010-goldberg-gruner-veltliner-wagram-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Bauer 13.7,White,US,"This Sauvignon Blanc was made in the Burgundian style, with partial barrel fermentation and aging on the lees. Creaminess marks the texture, yet the underlying wine is rich and racy in pineapples, limes, kiwis and golden mangoes. A fine example of an oak-aged Sauvignon Blanc, at a great price.",Laguna Vista Vineyards Sur Lees Selection,18,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 2010 Laguna Vista Vineyards Sur Lees Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-coast-2010-laguna-vista-sur-lees-selection-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 13.5,Red,France,"Explosively peppery upfront, with hints of allspice and pomegranate on the nose and expressive garrigue and tart fruit flavors on the palate. This wine is a little lean, but the beautiful aromas are well worth the price of admission, and this wine should prove brilliant paired with food.",,20,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages Séguret,,Sélection Laurence Féraud 2008 Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages Séguret),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selection-laurence-feraud-2008-seguret-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Sélection Laurence Féraud 12.5,White,Austria,"Delicious apple aromas give a wine that is as fresh as possible, with a pear skin texture. It's bright with almost a prickle on the tongue. Apples, grapefruit and other citrus fruits dominate this mouth-watering wine. Screwcap.",,24,89,Weinviertel,,,Maurer 2010 Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maurer-2010-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Maurer 14,Red,Italy,"From the Campo di Sasso vineyards in coastal Tuscany, this red blend shows a mixed bag of mature fruit, spice and nut aroma. Soft chocolate and cherry do come through clearly on the finish.",Insoglio del Cinghiale,32,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Biserno 2008 Insoglio del Cinghiale Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-biserno-2008-insoglio-cinghiale-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Tenuta di Biserno 13.5,Red,Spain,"A rich and soft-textured wine with dark fruit, raisin, coconut and chocolaty aromas. The palate offers maturity and structure along with black fruit flavors, chocolate, spice and pepper. Turns sweeter and more raisiny on the finish, with brown sugar and toast. Drink now through 2015.",Gran Reserva,40,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 2003 Gran Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2003-gran-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2003,Viña Mayor 14.5,Red,US,"This old vine Petite Sirah gets the royal French oak treatment, the grapes organically grown at Testa Vineyard. This has very nuanced raspberry throughout its big, concentrated and sensuous body, the mid-palate showing its oak but the wine is still very young. Give it air and a few more years to age.","Testa Vineyard, Old Vines",25,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,"Horse & Plow 2009 Testa Vineyard, Old Vines Petite Sirah (Mendocino)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2009-testa-vineyard-old-vines-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Petite Sirah,2009,Horse & Plow 14.5,Red,France,"The oak is prominent on this wine, giving a high-glass sheen of toasted coconut and vanilla to the otherwise modest fruit. There's enough weight and richness to stand up to the wood, but just barely, while the texture is creamy and lush throughout. Drink now.",Rasteau Vieilles Vignes,33,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Tardieu-Laurent 2008 Rasteau Vieilles Vignes Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2008-rasteau-vieilles-vignes-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Tardieu-Laurent 14.5,Red,US,"A controversial wine. Some will love it; some not. It's soft and creamy, with a rich backbone of tannins, and very peppery. As for the flavors, they suggest berry fruit jam, but with deeper notes of mushrooms and grilled meats. The pepper reprises all the way through. Grows more interesting the longer you sip it.",Flocchini Vineyard,25,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Waxwing 2009 Flocchini Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waxwing-2009-flocchini-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2009,Waxwing 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Savory and meaty on first take, with ample berry on the nose as warmth and leather seep through. The palate is round and healthy, with a mix of succulent berry and savory spice and leather pumping up the flavor profile. Spicy and chocolaty on the finish.",,13,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Notro 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notro-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Notro 14,Red,Spain,"Dark and loaded with big black fruit aromas, tobacco, spice and a lot of vanilla from copious oaking. The palate is good and juicy, with a healthy blend of blackberry, fig and chocolate flavors. Toasty, round and chocolaty on an oaky, creamy finish.",Hacienda Abascal Producción Limitada,45,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Marqués de la Concordia 2008 Hacienda Abascal Producción Limitada (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-concordia-2008-hacienda-abascal-produccion-limitada-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Marqués de la Concordia ,Red,France,"A very complete wine, firm but flattering on the palate. A mix of cherry skins, red plums and lovely juiciness all come together in an harmonious whole.",La Cerisaie,15,89,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Mommessin 2010 La Cerisaie (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2010-cerisaie-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2010,Mommessin 14.3,Red,US,"Aromas of spice cake, licorice, moist earth, pie cherries and kirsch, with flavors that follow suit. A luxurious wine, bursting with flavor, tannic and just a bit pruney. This is a love it or hate it style; you pick.",,22,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,J. Scott Cellars 2008 Syrah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,2008,J. Scott Cellars 14.5,Red,France,"This muscular blend of 50% Grenache and 50% Syrah features bold dark fruit notes of black cherries and plums and some chunky tannins on the finish. Drink it now with some rare red meat, or over the next several years as it gradually softens.",La Dame Rousse,24,89,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine de la Mordorée 2009 La Dame Rousse Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mordoree-2009-dame-rousse-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de la Mordorée 14.1,White,US,"Made Chablis style, very dry, acidic and aloof. There's a golden core of pineapples, peaches, oranges, minerals and oak—it tantalizes before withdrawing into dryness and spice. Could easily develop over the next six years.",,29,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2008,Thomas Fogarty 15.4,Red,US,"Made in the softly generous, voluptuous modern style, with considerable alcohol, this Cabernet is vast in blackberry jam, cassis, chocolate and sweetly caramelized flavors, wrapped into smooth, intricate tannins. Doesn't seem likely to age, but a dazzler in its flashy youth.",,75,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,The Treat 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/treat-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,The Treat 14.1,Red,US,"This is a Cab to bring joy to a wine critic's heart. It's just lovely, being dry and elegantly structured, offering a complex balance between blackberry fruit and earthier notes of tobacco and sage. What a great house pour, and look at that price. Production was only 1,200 cases.",,12,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Rock Hollow 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-hollow-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Rock Hollow 13,Red,US,"Oodles of fresh raspberries, cherries and spices in this zesty young blush wine. It's elaborately rich but oh, so dry and crisp. Just a delight, one of the best rosés of the vintage.",Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard Grenache,18,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Verdad 2010 Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard Grenache Rosé (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verdad-2010-sawyer-lindquist-vineyard-grenache-rose-central-coast-edna-valley/,Rosé,2010,Verdad 15,Red,Spain,"Chunky, fruity and softer than many Priorat wines. There's raisin, blackberry and prune on the nose, which is followed by a grippy, round palate with sweet blackberry, raisin and chocolate flavors. Fleshy and easy on the finish, with coconut and warmth. Drink now through 2014.",Embruix,25,90,Catalonia,Priorat,,Vall Llach 2007 Embruix Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vall-llach-2007-embruix-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2007,Vall Llach ,White,US,"Beautifully balanced, with a creamy texture that pushes the wine into deeper and deeper layers. A mix of stone fruits, ripe citrus, brightness and purity of young vines, with .95 residual sugar that nicely rounds out the finish.",Ribbon Ridge Vineyard Dry,24,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Trisaetum 2010 Ribbon Ridge Vineyard Dry Riesling (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2010-ribbon-ridge-vineyard-dry-riesling-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Riesling,2010,Trisaetum 14,Red,US,"Surprisingly sophisticated for a Pinot Noir at this price. It's dry, light in the mouth and elegantly structured, with a nice bite of acids and tannins. The flavors are delicate in sour cherries, sweet tomato jam and dusty spices.",,12,90,California,California Other,California,Pennywise 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennywise-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pennywise 14.4,Red,US,"Bigtime tannins and flashily ripe fruit mark this fresh young Cabernet, from the western Mayacamas Mountains. It's dry, but rich in blackberries, blueberries, cherries and chocolate, with an elaborate coating of oak. Should develop over the next six years.",,54,90,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Mueller Family Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mueller-family-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Mueller Family Vineyards 13.5,Red,Italy,"This super Tuscan blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese delivers rich softness and a plush, approachable style. You can't help but love those decadent layers of chocolate, spice and cherry liqueur.",Tenuta di Castiglioni,25,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 2008 Tenuta di Castiglioni Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-frescobaldi-2008-tenuta-castiglioni-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 15,Red,Italy,"Mantus, a 100% Merlot from the Montalcino area of Tuscany, shows territory-driven aromas of mineral and white stone backed by plush fruit and loads of cherry. It's a fine, elegant wine without that extra ripeness or jamminess you sometimes see with warm climate Merlot.",Mantus,30,90,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Máté 2007 Mantus Merlot (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mate-2007-mantus-merlot-santantimo/,Merlot,2007,Máté 13,White,France,"Pretty aromatic for a white Hermitage, with some floral notes alongside more typical notes of mineral oil and wet stones. This is full bodied but fresh, with anise and citrus balancing out the richness and ripeness.",,68,90,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Maison Nicolas Perrin 2008 White (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-nicolas-perrin-2008-white-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Maison Nicolas Perrin ,Red,France,"An opulent, ripe, full-bodied wine, with sweet cherry and spice flavors, very rich. The juicy sweetness of the fruit is given shape by the firm, dusty tannins. Likely to age, this is already drinking well.",,21,90,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Lucien Lardy 2009 Fleurie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-lardy-2009-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2009,Lucien Lardy 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Pretty aromatics include balsam wood, blackberry and blueberry. The palate is lush but well structured, with bullish berry, chocolate and creamy oak flavors. Minty and super spicy and long on the finish, with a lasting dark toastiness.",Laborde Double Select,25,90,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Luca 2010 Laborde Double Select Syrah (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luca-2010-laborde-double-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-uco-valley/,Syrah,2010,Luca 13.9,Red,US,"Tough tannins give this wine a kick. It's like rubbing sandpaper on the tongue, but there's a brilliantly ripe core of blackberries, cherries and blackberry liqueur. Oak adds richer levels of caramel and vanilla. Not clear if it will age well, so drink soon after a few hours decanting.",Spitfire,45,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Meyer Family Cellars 2008 Spitfire Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meyer-family-cellars-2008-spitfire-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Meyer Family Cellars 14.9,Red,US,"A dry, tannicly rich, interesting wine to drink with a nice steak. It's smoky in oak, with complex black cherry, cassis and spice flavors. Feels supple and good in the mouth, showing Dry Creek's natural affinity for Cab Franc.",Jones Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Merriam 2007 Jones Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2007-jones-vineyard-cabernet-franc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Merriam ,Red,France,"Rich and perfumed, the wine is packed with black cherry and damson fruit flavors. It is concentrated with its tannins firmly integrated, giving great final fruit and ripeness.",Domaine Desmures,14,90,Beaujolais,Chiroubles,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Domaine Desmures (Chiroubles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-domaine-desmures-gamay-chiroubles/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 13.5,White,France,"Full, round and softly pillowy in the mouth, this is a perfumed Condrieu to drink over the next couple of years for its truffle-like notes backed by orange, honey and melon. Spicy and long on the finish.",,55,90,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,E. Guigal 2008 Condrieu,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2008-viognier-condrieu/,Viognier,2008,E. Guigal 13.5,White,US,"Similar to Chardonnay, but lighter in the mouth, and the flavors veer to tangerines and Meyer lemons. Still, it has the familiar buttered toast, vanilla and caramel richness of a barrel-aged Chard. A dry, acidic finish makes it versatile at the table.",Dutton Ranch - Shop Block,25,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2010 Dutton Ranch - Shop Block Pinot Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2010-ranch-shop-block-pinot-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2010,Dutton-Goldfield 15,Red,Spain,"Starts out crusty and dark, with earth, leather and other savory aromas. The palate is clacky and tannic, with roasted berry, leather and slightly burnt and bitter oak accents. Finishes peppery, with drying hardness and a pinch of leafy herbalness.",Special Selection,90,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Convento San Francisco 2004 Special Selection (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/convento-san-francisco-2004-special-selection-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Convento San Francisco 13,Red,France,"This is not a blockbuster, just a nicely balanced Syrah for drinking over the next several years. Ample black cherry fruit is enhanced by layers of floral and herbal complexity, while the tannins are supple, allowing the flavors to linger elegantly on the finish.",Les Launes,21,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Delas Frères 2009 Les Launes (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2009-launes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2009,Delas Frères 12.9,Red,US,"A spicy wine, silky and light-bodied, with sour raspberry candy, mushroom and sandalwood flavors leading to a long, complex finish. It's an elegant, polished wine, with modest alcohol . Seems best for drinking over the next few years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,45,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Chanin 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanin-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chanin 14,Dessert,Spain,"A heavier style of Muscat with full, lush peach, apricot and honey aromas. The palate is rich and also fresh, with weighty brown sugar and honeyed flavors. Turns towards butter pecan and toffee on the finish, where acidity pops back up to keep things moving.",Casta Diva Cosecha Miel - 500 ml,30,90,Levante,Alicante,,Bodegas Gutiérrez de la Vega 2009 Casta Diva Cosecha Miel - 500 ml Muscat (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-gutierrez-vega-2009-casta-diva-cosecha-miel-500-ml-muscat-alicante/,Muscat,2009,Bodegas Gutiérrez de la Vega 19,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Starts out closed and dense, but with airing it hits its stride. The palate is full and chunky, with creamy, sweet flavors of honey, toffee and nuts. Shows fine texture and acidity, with toast, raisin, fig and date notes on the finish. While this may be a ""dry styled"" wine from Andalusia, it's more rich than dry.",Asuncion Oloroso - 500 ml,29,90,Andalucia,Montilla-Moriles,,Alvear NV Asuncion Oloroso - 500 ml Pedro Ximénez (Montilla-Moriles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alvear-nv-asuncion-oloroso-500-ml-sherry-pedro-ximenez-montilla-moriles/,Pedro Ximénez,,Alvear 14.8,Red,US,"Lots of vibrantly ripe fruit in this wine, with mouthfilling flavors of raspberries, cherries and cola. It's delicious in an upfront way, with a supporting structure of acids and tannins and a sweet coat of oak. Drink over the next year or two before it fades.",Van der Kamp Vineyard,40,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Bjornstad 2008 Van der Kamp Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bjornstad-2008-van-der-kamp-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bjornstad ,Red,France,"A very structured wine, as befits this normally powerful cru. It is packed with dark tannins and minerality. The wine is angular, and you can taste the granite and schist soil. This edge of austerity is balanced by delicious fruit.",,20,90,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Henry Fessy 2010 Moulin-à-Vent,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2010-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2010,Henry Fessy 14.7,Red,US,"The finish is dry and toughly tannic on this elegant Syrah. With smoked meat, black cherry, blueberry, pepper and salt flavors, it's a chewy wine, full-bodied and complex, brightened with fine acidity. Seems best in its youth for freshness.",Estate,25,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2009 Estate Syrah (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2009-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Syrah,2009,Laetitia 13.1,White,US,"From estate-grown fruit, this fresh, lightly frizzante, insanely crisp white wine brings all the tang and salt of the real deal from Spain. What marks it as New World is the fruit concentration, a dense thicket of midpalate citrus—lemon, lime and lots of grapefruit.",,18,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2010 Albariño (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2010-albarino-southern-umpqua-valley/,Albariño,2010,Abacela 13.5,Red,US,"The northern Rhône is inspiration for this Syrah. It's a dark, tannic wine, richly acidic, with complex, fascinating flavors of blackberries, smoked meat, cassis, cedar wood and black pepper. You get plenty of bang for your buck with this dry, elegant wine.",Alisos Vineyard,23,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,a-non-ah-mus 2007 Alisos Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-non-ah-mus-2007-alisos-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,a-non-ah-mus 13.5,White,Austria,"Melon and pear flavors give this rich and spicy wine just the necessary freshness. It is equally honey and dried fruits, very rich, with an unctuous, ripe character. Screwcap.",Hinternberg,,90,Wagram-Donauland,,,Bauer 2009 Hinternberg Grüner Veltliner (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bauer-2009-hinternberg-gruner-veltliner-wagram-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Bauer 14.4,Red,US,"Shows the earthy, herbal tinge that characterize Alexander Valley Cabernet, but it's not shy in fruit. You'll find plenty of cherries, blackberries, red licorice and smoky cedar. This Cab isn't flashy, but it's very good, a lovely wine to pair with grilled steak.",,37,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Pech Merle 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pech-merle-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Pech Merle 12,White,US,"This full-bodied Riesling checks in at 12% alcohol and roughly 2% residual sugar. All in balance, the sweetness and acidity wrap around deliciously luscious fruit flavors of peach and nectarine, melon and sweet apple.",Semi-Sweet,10,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Oak Knoll 2008 Semi-Sweet Riesling (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-knoll-2008-semi-sweet-riesling-other/,Riesling,2008,Oak Knoll 14.2,Red,US,"A good, rich, fruity Pinot Noir, nice and dry, with flamboyant raspberry, cherry, cola and sandalwood flavors. It's fresh and vibrant in coastal acidity that gives it a tang. Drink now–2014.",La Cruz Vineyard,52,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Arista 2009 La Cruz Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2009-cruz-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Arista 14.5,Red,Italy,"From one of the best producers of Brunello di Montalcino, this super Tuscan blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon delivers impressive intensity and a rich, sweet, cherry-driven feel in the mouth.",Alte d'Altesi,40,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Altesino 2007 Alte d'Altesi Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altesino-2007-alte-daltesi-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Altesino 13.9,White,US,"From a difficult vintage, this edition of the Caitlin's Chardonnay does not show the concentration of the past couple of years. But it makes up with finesse and elegant detail. It's a subtle mix of yellow and green tree fruits, laced with raffish acidity and gin-like botanicals, all in perfect balance.",Caitlin's Reserve,40,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2009 Caitlin's Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2009-caitlins-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Adelsheim 13,Red,France,"A supremely pretty and elegant version of Saint-Joseph, with perfumed cherries, crushed stone and floral notes, this is a medium-bodied wine that seems almost weightless in the mouth, inviting another sip. Drink now and over the next few years.",,33,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Maison Nicolas Perrin 2007 Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-nicolas-perrin-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2007,Maison Nicolas Perrin 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Guidalberto is a thick, food-friendly blend that opens with bright ripe fruit and cherry as well as green herb and spice. It's soft and plush on the close with lasting ripe fruit flavors.",Guidalberto,55,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta San Guido 2007 Guidalberto Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-san-guido-2007-guidalberto-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta San Guido 13,White,US,"A gorgeous white wine, rich and savory. Unoaked, and put through 100% malolactic fermentation, it's honeyed and round, with citrus, spice, green apple, floral and mineral notes.",Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard,22,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Qupé 2010 Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard Albariño (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2010-sawyer-lindquist-vineyard-albarino-central-coast-edna-valley/,Albariño,2010,Qupé 21,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Potent, woody and on the heavy side, with char, maple and nutty caramel aromas. The palate is big, concentrated and balanced, with intense nut, butter and dried citrus flavors. Rich and weighty on the finish, with toffee and toasted nut flavors to ponder.",Amontillado Viejisimo - 500 ml,31,90,Andalucia,Montilla-Moriles,,"Bodegas Toro Albala, SL NV Amontillado Viejisimo - 500 ml Pedro Ximénez (Montilla-Moriles)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toro-albala-nv-amontillado-viejisimo-500-ml-sherry-pedro-ximenez-montilla-moriles/,Pedro Ximénez,,"Bodegas Toro Albala, SL" 12.8,White,US,"Sharp and spicy, with pleasing focus and minerality. Flavors mix tart, racy green fruits with a bracing acidity and suggestions of chalk. Excellent structure; best to decant it first.",,13,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Terrapin Cellars 2010 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrapin-cellars-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Terrapin Cellars 13,White,Austria,"Coming from two vineyards, here is a full-bodied and rich wine that employs spice as well as fresh green fruit flavors. Touched by herbs, asparagus and textured with apple skins, this is a complex wine for aging for a year. Screwcap.",Sätzen-Furstenberg,,90,Niederösterreich,,,Schwarzböck 2010 Sätzen-Furstenberg Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schwarzbock-2010-satzen-furstenberg-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Schwarzböck 13.5,Rose,France,"Take a chance on this copper-tinged rosé for a look at what the new France is all about. From vineyards straddling several appellations contrôlée, this is a perfumed, savory rosé that's round in the mouth yet features a slightly briny finish. Drink it over the next 6–9 months.",Grenache-Syrah,30,90,Rhône Valley,Vin de Pays de Vaucluse,,Chêne Bleu 2009 Grenache-Syrah Rosé (Vin de Pays de Vaucluse),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chene-bleu-2009-grenache-syrah-rose-vin-pays-vaucluse/,Rosé,2009,Chêne Bleu ,Dessert,US,"For those with a serious sweet tooth, this checks in with residual sugar at 23%! Decadent, sugary, intense, and expansive, with a mix of honey, butterscotch and caramel.",Maresh Vineyard Dessert,25,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Daedalus 2009 Maresh Vineyard Dessert Riesling (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daedalus-2009-maresh-vineyard-dessert-riesling-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Riesling,2009,Daedalus 14,Red,France,"Under the same ownership as Chapoutier, Ferraton has turned out an elegant 2007 Hermitage, one that is red fruited, but with dark overtones of chocolate, espresso and black olive. It's medium to full in body, with ample tannins, but they're silky in texture, making this Hermitage one that is approachable young. Drink now–2020.",Les Miaux,80,90,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Ferraton Père et Fils 2007 Les Miaux (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraton-pere-fils-2007-miaux-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Ferraton Père et Fils 14.1,Red,US,"This single- vineyard bottling is like a reserve-level companion to the other 2009 Oregon Pinot from Expression Vineyards. The fruit is tart and sappy, a concentration of raspberry and cranberry juice, with a lick of chocolate threading through the finish. Young and tannic, this will improve with a few more years in bottle.",Roserock Vineyard,65,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Expression 44° 2009 Roserock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/expression-44-2009-roserock-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Expression 44° 14.5,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are deftly blended to produce a soft, thick wine with inky concentration and deep layers of blackberry and sweet spice. The wine could definitely age five years or more.",Tricorno,,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Poppiano 2007 Tricorno Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poppiano-2007-tricorno-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Castello di Poppiano 14.5,White,Italy,Here's a very pretty Chardonnay with the warmth and intensity of the Tuscan sunshine locked within. The wine opens with attractive softness and lingering aromas of almond and yellow rose.,Fontanelle,19,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 2009 Fontanelle Chardonnay (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2009-fontanelle-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,2009,Castello Banfi 14.5,Red,Spain,"Soft, sweet and jammy aromas are easy to like and precede a chunky, soft and creamy palate with robust flavors of sweet black fruits and plum. The finish is creamy and thick, with jammy richness. A simple, friendly and very likable style of Priorat to drink now through 2013.",Cruor,25,90,Catalonia,Priorat,,Casa Gran del Siurana 2006 Cruor Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-gran-siurana-2006-cruor-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Casa Gran del Siurana ,Red,France,"Ripe, densely structured wine, balancing tannins, acidity and red plum and cherry fruit flavors. There's a strong mineral edge here, a wine that needs 2–3 years of aging, to round out its edges.",Côte du Py Vieilles Vignes,18,90,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Laurent Gauthier 2010 Côte du Py Vieilles Vignes (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-gauthier-2010-cote-py-vieilles-vignes-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2010,Laurent Gauthier 13.2,Rose,US,"Tasted in June following the vintage, this blush wine had a slight effervescence, like a sparkling wine, with a tingly mouthfeel that was by no means unpleasant. In fact, it was very good, giving a clean, lively tang to the strawberry, yeast, vanilla, citrus and spice flavors. Unconventional, but a beautiful rosé that gets better as it warms in the glass.",Pinot Noir,22,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,La Rochelle 2010 Pinot Noir Rosé (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2010-pinot-noir-rose-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Rosé,2010,La Rochelle 15.8,Red,US,"An offbeat blend of Sangiovese and Syrah, and quite a good wine, at that. It's dry, medium- to full-bodied and tannic, with complex flavors of cherries, leather, tobacco, Dr. Pepper cola and peppery spices. It is high in alcohol, but wears the heat well.",Coquette,36,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Tessa Marie 2007 Coquette Sangiovese-Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tessa-marie-2007-coquette-red-blend-sangiovese-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sangiovese-Syrah,2007,Tessa Marie 12.5,Red,France,"Firm tannins push this wine into the concentrated direction. It is rich, ripe, although with plenty of juicy red fruit flavors. The wine, with its pure line in acidity, has an attractive chewy structure.",Pollen,24,90,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Robert Perroud 2009 Pollen (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-perroud-2009-pollen-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2009,Robert Perroud 14.5,Red,US,"Grill a nice steak and wash it down with this richly textured, gentle Syrah. Dry and smoky, it has black pepper-infused flavors of blackberries, currants and singed bacon. Gives lots of elegant pleasure for the price.",Vogelzang Vineyard,24,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Curtis 2007 Vogelzang Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2007-vogelzang-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Curtis 13,White,Austria,"Old vines—in this case with an average age of 50 years—give an extra concentration to this impressively rich wine. It is full of beautifully ripe apple and apricot fruit flavor, with a great zing of acidity. Age for a year. Screwcap.",Alte Reben,,90,Niederösterreich,,,Ebner-Ebenauer 2010 Alte Reben Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ebner-ebenauer-2010-alte-reben-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Ebner-Ebenauer 13.5,White,US,"Barrel fermented, with deep fruit flavors of orange concentrate, Meyer lemon, candied pineapple and pear. A smorgasbord of fruit, nicely set against light caramel and toast from the barrels. Could not be more delicious, in a drink-now style.",,20,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Mythology 2009 Chardonnay (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mythology-2009-chardonnay-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,Mythology 14.1,White,US,"The pure, natural flavors of ripe Chardonnay grapes star in this wine, which is a combination of Santa Lucia Highlands and Arroyo Seco fruit. It's potent in pineapple, tangerine, peach, papaya and pear flavors that burst in the mouth with the most brilliant acidity. Defines the unoaked Chardonnay style at its best.",Metallico Un-Oaked,20,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2010 Metallico Un-Oaked Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2010-metallico-un-oaked-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2010,Morgan 14.5,Red,US,"Forward and accessible, this wine has broadly displayed flavors of berry and milk chocolate, along with more subtle details of cayenne and herb. The nuances sneak up on you, but make for a fascinating ride. Drink now or give it another 3–4 years.",Mt. Richmond,42,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2009 Mt. Richmond Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2009-mt-richmond-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lemelson 13.5,Red,US,"Thea's, the blended offering in Lemelson's stable of single vineyard Pinots, advances the idea that blends are often the most complete wines in a lineup. Though each of Lemelson's single vineyard wines has its own unique particularity, this wine takes the best of them and gracefully pulls them all together. A gentle mix of spice, floral, mocha, forest and chocolate streaks, it is buttressed with firm purple fruits and polished tannins.",Thea's Selection,30,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2008 Thea's Selection Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2008-theas-selection-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lemelson 14.5,Red,US,"Firmly tannic, crisply acidic and dry, this is easily Maddalena's best Cabernet Sauvignon ever. It has classic flavors of blackberries and black currants, with a nice earthiness, and is notable for its elegant structure. A real achievement and a great value.",,16,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Maddalena 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Maddalena ,Red,France,"Firm wine that is packed with tannins as well as solid fruit. The wine is concentrated with a dense plum skin texture. Chunky, perfumed and solid.",Les Ravinets,19,90,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Ferraud et Fils 2009 Les Ravinets (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraud-fils-2009-ravinets-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2009,Ferraud et Fils 14.1,Red,US,"Fruit is the star of this wine. It's gigantic and forward in sweet raspberry and cherry flavors that taste wild, picked under a hot summer sun. Fortunately, there's a lot of acidity, and firm tannins provide additional structure. The finish is thoroughly dry. A bit in your face now, but could do interesting things over the years.",Sea Slopes Fort Ross Vineyard,24,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fort Ross Winery 2009 Sea Slopes Fort Ross Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-ross-2009-sea-slopes-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Fort Ross Winery 13.5,Red,France,"Powerful, rich and chunky wine. It has the ripest jammy plum and crushed strawberry fruit, along with a serious tannic structure. Just approaching drinkability, its texture is now refreshed with delicious fruit.",,23,90,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Domaine de Leyre-Loup 2009 Morgon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leyre-loup-2009-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2009,Domaine de Leyre-Loup ,White,US,"Fragrant with orange blossom and tart, tangerine-based fruit. The barely-perceptible residual sugar is listed at 0.53%. Solid winemaking by Lynn Penner-Ash, as usual.",Revana Vineyard,28,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Alexana 2010 Revana Vineyard Riesling (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexana-2010-revana-vineyard-riesling-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Riesling,2010,Alexana 13.5,Red,France,"Full bodied and heavily extracted, this is a dark, plummy wine with almost chewy tannins on the finish. Yet the aromas remain fresh and floral, nicely accented by coffee and spice. Drink now–2017",Cuvée Reservée,23,90,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Château de Ségriès 2009 Cuvée Reservée Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-segries-2009-cuvee-reservee-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château de Ségriès 13.5,White,US,"Showing its age. At about four years, it's yeasty and losing fruit, with lees, dried pineapple and honey flavors. A great burst of acidity provides vitality. A little old, but fascinating nonetheless, and worth the experience.",Sierra Madre Vineyard,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Au Bon Climat 2007 Sierra Madre Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2007-sierra-madre-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2007,Au Bon Climat 13,White,US,"Gavin Chanin makes this distinctive, interesting Chardonnay. Shows a ino Sherry-like yeastiness, and is minerally and streamlined. Zesty flavors of limes, kiwis and grapefruits round out the finish.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Chanin 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanin-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Chanin 16.9,Red,US,"Chalk Hill ripened the grapes almost to the point of super-maturity, and picked at just the right moment, giving the blackberry fruit just a hint of shriveled raisins. Oak complexities add dark chocolate and firm, spicy wood tannins. It's a dry, astringent young Syrah that should develop bottle complexities over the next 3–4 years.",Estate Bottled,60,90,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2008 Estate Bottled Syrah (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2008-estate-bottled-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Syrah,2008,Chalk Hill 14.7,Red,US,"Flamboyantly rich in cherries, raspberries and cranberries that are a bit tart, yet enriched with sweet oak. Firm acidity brings everything to a clean, bright finish. A pretty wine, showing elegance and finesse.",Julia's Vineyard,50,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bonaccorsi 2008 Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2008-julias-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bonaccorsi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Il Veltro is a newish brand of Brunello from Montalcino that opens with bright berry nuances and background notes of spice, cola, tobacco and leather. The mouthfeel is rich and firm, enduring but not too heavy or overdone.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Veltro 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-veltro-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Il Veltro 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Solid and smooth from the beginning, with cola, pastry and blackberry aromas. The palate is fresh, full and healthy, with cola, black pepper and a ton of berry push. Toasty and roasted on the finish, where coffee comes into play. Right on the spot for value-priced Malbec.",Torcidas,15,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Vides 2009 Torcidas Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-vides-2009-torcidas-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Finca Vides 14.6,Red,US,"Heavy and rich, as Pinots from this vineyard tend to be. Also exceptionally ripe, with massive cherry marmalade and smoky, sweet oak flavors. Feels young and direct and easy to drink, with a fruity sweetness. Glamorous, but the price seems out of line.",Sea Smoke Vineyard,80,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foxen 2009 Sea Smoke Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2009-sea-smoke-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Foxen 13,White,Austria,"Smooth and rounded, with a ripe pear and cream texture lightened by attractive acidity. This is rich, full of fruit and just touched by spice. Worth aging for a year, this concentrated wine can also be drunk now. Screwcap.",Kirchlissen,,90,Niederösterreich,,,H. & M. Hofer 2010 Kirchlissen Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-m-hofer-2010-kirchlissen-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,H. & M. Hofer 14.5,Red,Spain,"Full, ripe and dark like a good Toro wine should be. The nose is rock solid and appealing, while the palate is lush but with a streak of bracing acidity. Tastes bold and bright, with blackberry, black cherry and chocolate flavors. Modern and lusty, with cola, toast and depth.",Crianza,38,90,Northern Spain,Toro,,Elias Mora 2007 Crianza (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elias-mora-2007-crianza-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2007,Elias Mora ,Red,France,"Very firmly tannic, still young and needing another year to age. The red berry fruits are present, layered with the tannins and acidity. The wine has structure, plenty of freshness, finishing with cherry acidity.",Château de Juliénas,,90,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Château de Juliénas (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-chateau-julienas-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 13.5,White,France,"From Jaboulet's own holdings, this is a broad, mouthcoating expression of Condrieu, with pineapple, apricot and honey notes that blossom slowly given enough time in the glass. Drink now–2015.",Domaine des Grands Amandiers,,90,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2009 Domaine des Grands Amandiers (Condrieu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2009-domaine-grands-amandiers-viognier-condrieu/,Viognier,2009,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 13.4,White,US,"Fragrant with a mix of sweet grass and dusty blossom, this pleasant Sauvignon Blanc makes you wonder why the grape is so rare in Oregon. Here in the Umpqua Valley it finds a sweet spot, fresh and varietal, round and tart, with the added complexity of the flowery aromatics.",,18,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-vineyards-2010-sauvignon-blanc-southern-umpqua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Melrose 15.5,Red,US,"As soft and smooth as velvet, with superripe flavors of chocolate, blackberry and cherry pie filling, currants, cassis and sweetly toasted oak. A best blend of vineyards available to the winery, this Cab was aged in 100% new French oak. The alcohol level is high, leading to questions of ageability.",Mimbre,115,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Piña 2007 Mimbre Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pina-2007-mimbre-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Piña 14,Red,Italy,"Sweet pipe tobacco and red cherry open the nose of this plush Syrah from Maremma, Tuscany. Soft, chewy tannins make this inky red wine appropriate to pair with grilled porcini mushrooms or veal in cream sauce.",Pieve dei Monaci,,90,Tuscany,Maremma,,Pieve Vecchia 2007 Pieve dei Monaci (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieve-vecchia-2007-monaci-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maremma/,Syrah,2007,Pieve Vecchia 13.5,White,US,"An unusual blend of Viognier and Chardonnay, the wine is brilliantly dry and crisp. It's rich and spicy in citrus, tropical fruit and spice flavors, brightened with bracing acidity. Opulent, yet crisp and refreshing.",Bien Nacido Cuvée,20,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Qupé 2010 Bien Nacido Cuvée White (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2010-bien-nacido-cuvee-white-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,White Blend,2010,Qupé 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of tannins and acidity on this dry Grenache, but it's so rich and sweet in cherries, you can drink it now. Somehow manages to be fun and serious at the same time. A real success for this finicky variety in California.",Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard,35,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Qupé 2009 Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard Grenache (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2009-sawyer-lindquist-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-edna-valley/,Grenache,2009,Qupé 13,Red,Austria,"Bordeaux grapes mix with Zweigelt in this full-bodied, serious wine. It has initial severe tannins, followed by ripe currant and blackberry fruit. The wood aging gives good spice character. Well worth aging for 3–4 years.",Impetus Select,20,90,Niederösterreich,,,Dürnberg 2007 Impetus Select Red (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durnberg-2007-impetus-select-red-blend-austrian-niederosterreich/,Austrian Red Blend,2007,Dürnberg 14.2,Red,US,"Another Livermore Valley producer to watch, Cuda Ridge has fashioned a varietally textbook Cab Franc here, with an intensely woody, herbal nose. Medium-bodied, with tannins that are integrated and ready to soften, this Cab Franc, barrel-aged for 18 months, is really, really good, and ready to age another 3–5 years.",,28,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Cuda Ridge Wines 2008 Cabernet Franc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuda-ridge-wines-2008-cabernet-franc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Cuda Ridge Wines 14.5,White,France,"Rich and broad in the mouth, with notes of honeyed citrus reminiscent of tangerine and a tang of peppery spice. The finish is warm, spicy and long, with a hint of vanilla oak. Drink it now and over the next year or two for its undeniable richness.",Vieilles Vignes,63,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Tardieu-Laurent 2009 Vieilles Vignes White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2009-vieilles-vignes-white-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Tardieu-Laurent ,White,US,"A juicy blend of fruits, the acidity nicely cut by the residual sugar (2.12%). Stone fruits, white peach, tangerine, nectarine, and more, all cut with enough acidity to give it precision.",Coast Range,24,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Trisaetum 2010 Coast Range Riesling (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2010-coast-range-riesling-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Riesling,2010,Trisaetum 13.9,Red,US,"In a word, wow. What a wonderful Cabernet Sauvignon. It has got to be one of the best buys out there, so rich and smooth in berry, cherry, currant and spice flavors. Only 640 cases were produced, but worth a search. Drink now.",,12,90,California,California Other,California,Ugly Duckling 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ugly-duckling-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Ugly Duckling 11.5,Dessert,Austria,"With fruit picked on January 7, 2009, this superrich wine shines with acidity that picks out the fuller honey flavors. It has an almost unctuous texture, very smooth, with orange zest and peach giving a fresh side to the wine.",Eiswein 375ml,44,90,Niederösterreich,,,Türk 2008 Eiswein 375ml Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turk-2008-eiswein-375ml-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Türk 14.1,White,US,"Rich and opulent, showing masses of honeydew melon, orange crème, vanilla and spicy flavors. Really seductive, so easy to like. A touch of oak adds just the right note of smoke. Great with roast pork.",,18,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Tessa Marie 2009 Grenache Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tessa-marie-2009-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache Blanc,2009,Tessa Marie 13.4,Red,US,"What a treat to find a Pinot Noir this expressive, dense and polished at this price point. The density, black fruits, herbal threads, thick tannins and the overall mass of the wine belie the rather modest alcohol. But however this was done, it was well done, and the wine has muscle, verve, cherry and coffee liqueur, earthy power and impact.",,16,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Terrapin Cellars 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrapin-cellars-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Terrapin Cellars 14.5,Red,Italy,"Rosemary-marinated steak, roast pork roll stuffed with prunes or dark chicken or turkey meat would make perfect paring partners to this red blend from southern Tuscany. Aromas of spice, mature cherry and leather are soft and penetrating.",Colpetroso,,90,Tuscany,Maremma,,Massi di Mandorlaia 2007 Colpetroso (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massi-mandorlaia-2007-colpetroso-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2007,Massi di Mandorlaia 12,White,Austria,"Complex, mineral wine, crisp but also very, very textured. Flavors of peach and red apples work with pink grapefruit to give the fruit character, while there is also a more serious complexity of green herbs. The finish is soft, still mineral. Screwcap.",,16,90,Traisental,,,Markus Huber 2010 Grüner Veltliner (Traisental),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2010-gruner-veltliner-traisental/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Markus Huber 13,Dessert,Spain,"Peach and apricot aromas are a touch grassy, as if some alfalfa or sweet grass were blended into the Moscatel. The palate is juicy and quite high in acidity, while it tastes of tangerine and other citrus fruits. Sharp on one hand but fresh and flavorful on the other.",Old Vines No. 3,73,90,Andalucia,Málaga,,Jorge Ordóñez & Co. 2007 Old Vines No. 3 Moscatel (Málaga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorge-ordonez-co-2007-old-vines-no-3-muscat-moscatel-malaga/,Moscatel,2007,Jorge Ordóñez & Co. 12.9,White,US,"Fruit-driven, with pear and apple, but an interesting streak of licorice running down the spine of the wine. It has depth and good structure, so the now-dominant young fruit will have support as it ages. Worth sitting on for a couple more years.",,16,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lange 2010 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Lange 12.5,White,Austria,"A wine that needs some aging. It is restrained at the moment, holding back its rich, very textured fruit flavors, along with acidity and a core of citrus. Keep for 2–3 years. Screwcap.",Urkristal,28,90,Niederösterreich,,,Maurer 2010 Urkristal Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maurer-2010-urkristal-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Maurer 14,Red,Italy,"Libatio shows nice integration with smooth tones of cassis, blueberry, white almond and dried spice. The results deliver balance and elegance and make this a food-friendly option for meat or hearty pasta dishes.",Libatio,,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Sant Agnese dei F.lli Gigli 2006 Libatio Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sant-agnese-flli-gigli-2006-libatio-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Sant Agnese dei F.lli Gigli 15.9,Red,US,"An unusual blend of Grenache and Syrah, with a splash of Roussanne and Viognier, this wine is massively rich in cherry and blackberry pie, caramelized oak, vanilla and cinnamon spice flavors. The addition of those few drops of white varieties brings brisk acidity and a tang of citrus and flowers. Very fine now, and should hold through 2014.",Las Mujeres,60,90,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2007 Las Mujeres Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2007-las-mujeres-red-other/,Red Blend,2007,Sanguis 14.5,Red,Spain,"Deep, ripe, pure black fruit aromas feature leather and oak accents. The palate has a nice feel and good balance; it's tight, minerally and deals toasty berry, snappy pomegranate and chocolaty spice. Tight as a drum and long on the finish. Drinkable now but better down the road. 65% Garnacha with Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah.",Furvus,34,90,Catalonia,Montsant,,Vinyes Doménech 2007 Furvus Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinyes-domenech-2007-furvus-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2007,Vinyes Doménech 14.8,Red,US,"Spicy and bright, this young wine nicely displays the Chehalem Mountains mix of earth, pine needle, mountain fruit and crisp tannins. It has the grip and authority to take on a big, oily, fresh-caught salmon steak.",3-Clones,40,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Vidon Vineyard 2009 3-Clones Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidon-vineyard-2009-3-clones-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Vidon Vineyard ,White,France,"Not a big, overwhelming blockbuster, this harmonious blend of equal parts Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Clairette and Bourboulenc features ripe citrus and pineapple flavors, with a hint of melon thrown in for good measure. It's pleasantly medium bodied and creamy in the mouth, with a reasonably long finish. Drink it over the next 12–18 months.",,40,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Réserve des Oliviers 2009 White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reserve-oliviers-2009-white-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Réserve des Oliviers 13,White,US,"A huge, ripe, opulent wine, rich in orange, butter, peach, honey and spice flavors. Shows great depth and power, yet finishes thoroughly dry and crisp. Should develop bottle complexities over the next six years. Blended with 15% Roussanne.",,20,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Qupé 2010 Marsanne (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2010-marsanne-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Marsanne,2010,Qupé 13.5,Red,France,"Chapoutier's largest Hermitage cuvée is rich and almost fudge-like in 2007, yet at the same time isn't at all sweet or confected. Notes of sweaty leather, dried cherries and chocolate are framed by silky tannins. Drink now–2020.",Monier de la Sizeranne,120,90,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2007 Monier de la Sizeranne (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2007-monier-de-la-sizeranne-hermitage-133190/,Syrah,2007,M. Chapoutier 14,Red,US,"Quady North's Flagship is what the owners consider the best lot of wine of the year. Generously slathered in toasty new oak, this very limited (two barrel) reserve from the estate's Frank's Vineyard is not the blockbuster of the previous vintage, but shows exceptional winemaking skills. Black cherry fruit is wrapped in woody tannins, a yin-yang combination that works by dissonance rather than harmony.",Flagship,65,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Quady North 2007 Flagship Syrah (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-north-2007-flagship-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-applegate-valley/,Syrah,2007,Quady North 14,Red,Spain,"Roasted and leathery upon first impression, with a juicy, mildly astringent palate that's full up with tannins. Tastes baked and leathery, with herbal accents running alongside roasted berry flavors. Tannic grip rises up on the finish, which is clampy and hard but offers sturdy support to what is ultimately a pedigreed Catalonian blend.",Grans Muralles,105,90,Catalonia,Conca de Barberà,,Torres 2006 Grans Muralles Red (Conca de Barberà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2006-grans-muralles-red-conca-barbera/,Red Blend,2006,Torres 12,Dessert,Austria,"This, the first of 12 grades of richness in the Kracher range in 2008, is already an intense wine, with concentrated orange marmalade and honey flavors. What gives it just the right fresh lift is the lemon acidity on the refreshing finish.",Zwischen den Seen Nummer 1 Trockenbeerenauslese,84,90,Burgenland,,,Kracher 2008 Zwischen den Seen Nummer 1 Trockenbeerenauslese Scheurebe (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2008-zwischen-den-seen-nummer-1-trockenbeerenauslese-other-white-scheurebe-burgenland/,Scheurebe,2008,Kracher 13.5,White,Austria,"A single-vineyard wine that shows elegance and a fine pedigree. It is rich, while also restrained by its mineral and apple edge. Full of fruit with added complexity from a tannic structure. Age over two years.",Kremser Wachtberg Reserve,25,90,Kremstal,,,Winzer Krems 2010 Kremser Wachtberg Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2010-kremser-wachtberg-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Winzer Krems 13,White,Austria,"A finely perfumed wine with aromas of white flowers and honey. The wine has the purest acidity, very citrus and grapefruit, delicious apple skins and a dancing freshness. Worth aging, but delicious now.",Kremser Pfaffenberg Reserve,25,90,Kremstal,,,Winzer Krems 2010 Kremser Pfaffenberg Reserve Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2010-kremser-pfaffenberg-reserve-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2010,Winzer Krems 12.5,Red,France,"This offering from Les Vins de Vienne offers a chunky mouthful of cassis and plum fruit, accented by notes of smoke and cedar. The finish is soft and plush, so there's no need for extended cellaring. Drink now–2017.",Les Essartailles,75,90,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Les Vins de Vienne 2008 Les Essartailles (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-vienne-2008-essartailles-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,2008,Les Vins de Vienne 13.5,White,France,"At first, the oak on this wine seems a little obtrusive, the smoky and toasty notes laying atop the fruit. But with time in the glass, grilled pineapple comes out and the toasty notes become more subtle and nut-like. The blend is 50-50 Marsanne-Roussanne. Drink now–2018.",Domaine Mule Blanche,42,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2009 Domaine Mule Blanche White (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2009-domaine-mule-blanche-white-crozes-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 14.2,White,US,"A strong, insistent Chardonnay, brimming with oak, acidity and very ripe tangerine, pineapple, Asian pear, lime and honey flavors. It's dry and tart, with a mineral edge. Should develop for a few years.",Dutton Ranch,39,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Patz & Hall 2009 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2009-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Patz & Hall ,Red,France,"A wine with an important structure, tasting very young at this stage. There is great acidity through a lovely, fragrant, forward wine. The acidity gives everything a lift of fruitiness.",Les Pêchers,15,90,Beaujolais,Saint-Amour,,Mommessin 2010 Les Pêchers (Saint-Amour),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2010-pechers-gamay-saint-amour/,Gamay,2010,Mommessin 13.5,Red,Spain,"Floral and classy, with field herbs and pretty berry aromas. Fresh, juicy and forward in the mouth, with black fruit flavors led by dark plum. Finishes with complexity, tobacco and vanilla flavors. A stout, competent Mencía from a region worth paying attention to.",,43,90,Galicia,Ribeira Sacra,,Finca Millara 2007 Mencía (Ribeira Sacra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-millara-2007-spanish-red-mencia-ribeira-sacra/,Mencía,2007,Finca Millara 14,Red,Spain,"Coconut, smoke and sweet aromas of cola, berry jam and fine tobacco make the bouquet inviting. In the mouth, it maintains freshness due to good acidity, while the flavors of earthy blackberry and plum come across dense and right. Firm and tannic on the finish; drink from 2012–2016.",Chafandin,65,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca El Quiñón 2008 Chafandin (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-quinon-2008-chafandin-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Finca El Quiñón 11.5,White,Austria,"Despite the light alcohol, the wine feels full, with a complex array of green and white fruit flavors, certainly crisp, but also with a tangy structure, ripe fruits and final rounded, warm acidity. Screwcap.",Cool Climate,15,90,Niederösterreich,,,Dürnberg 2010 Cool Climate White (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durnberg-2010-cool-climate-white-blend-austrian-niederosterreich/,Austrian white blend,2010,Dürnberg 13,White,Austria,"The castle of the Hardegg family is a magnificent edifice near the Czech border with Austria. The wine from the castle vineyards is concentrated and rich, hinting at vanilla with intense ripe mango and peach flavors. There is pepper, acidity and ripe fruit. Screwcap.",Vom Schloss,26,90,Niederösterreich,,,Graf Hardegg 2010 Vom Schloss Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-hardegg-2010-vom-schloss-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Graf Hardegg 13.5,White,US,"Acidic, in the winery's style, with a tart, citrusy brightness to the dry flavors of butterscotch, sautéed bananas, green apples and pears. An exotic Chardonnay to drink now, and dont serve it too cold.",Dutton Ranch - Rued Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2009 Dutton Ranch - Rued Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2009-ranch-rued-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Dutton-Goldfield ,Red,France,"With some tannins, even a touch of wood, this is a weighty wine, giving juicy plum flavors along with acidity. It is rich and concentrated, although ready to drink now.",Prestige,,90,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Prestige (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-prestige-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 14.1,White,US,"A rare white Pinot Noir. It's heavy and full-bodied for a white wine, with pronounced strawberry and lime flavors, brightened by crisp acidity and a bracing minerality. It's a very good wine, if a little pricey.",Pinot Clair White,48,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2009 Pinot Clair White Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2009-pinot-clair-white-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Carneros 13,White,Austria,"Aromas of apricots, pears, go with this smooth wine. It has weight, complex acidity and fruits as well as a taut, mineral core. It feels rich, its white peach flavors giving the wine a warm final feel. Screwcap.",Terrassen Smaragd,30,90,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2010 Terrassen Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2010-terrassen-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2010,Domäne Wachau 14.5,White,US,"A lovely wine to try as an interesting alternative to Chardonnay. It's dry and crisp, with a creamy texture housing complex flavors of oranges, limes and pears, with an earthiness suggesting sweet cashews. Chalone's Pinot Blanc has a history of aging beyond all expectations, so if you're a gambler, hold this one for up to 20 years.",Estate,26,90,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone Vineyard 2009 Estate Pinot Blanc (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2009-estate-pinot-blanc-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Chalone Vineyard 13.5,Red,France,"This is richly oaked, which may turn off some northern Rhône purists, but the underlying fruit is superb, with the toast, cedar and vanilla notes amply supported by black cherry fruit. The texture is velvety, leaving the flavors to linger softly on the finish.",Esprit de Granit,30,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Cave de Tain 2009 Esprit de Granit (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2009-esprit-granit-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2009,Cave de Tain 14.7,Red,US,"Juicy as a dark plum with a raspberry chaser, this 80-case Petite Sirah gets better and better as it opens, revealing itself to be mellow and rustic, yet big and broad-shouldered. It would make the perfect pairing with a plate of cheesy pasta, meat sauce and crusty garlic bread, or anything with pancetta.",Estate Bottled,30,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Chiarito 2007 Estate Bottled Petite Sirah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiarito-2007-estate-bottled-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Petite Sirah,2007,Chiarito 14,White,US,"Though this is just the first vintage from the estate vineyard's Viognier grapes, it is immensely satisfying, with juicy, rich, dense flavors of limoncello and tropical fruits. Peach and papaya, mango and pineapple, all sharply defined by just enough tangy acid.",Ox Block,25,91,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Quady North 2009 Ox Block Viognier (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-north-2009-ox-block-viognier-southern-applegate-valley/,Viognier,2009,Quady North 14,Red,Italy,This well priced Tuscan Cabernet Sauvignon offers immediate softness and richness in the form of black cherry and smooth blackberry jam. The natural plumpness of the fruit is backed by a touch of tart spice and crushed black pepper.,,17,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio Stenti 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-stenti-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Poggio Stenti 14.5,Red,Spain,"A bit rubbery and earthy at first but with time it develops, yielding syrupy berry aromas, woodsy oak notes and dried cheese. The palate feel is deep, lush and silky smooth, while it tastes of ripe berry, coconut and vanilla. Softer than some, with a lush texture that will allow for near-term drinking.",,24,91,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Pittacum 2007 Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pittacum-2007-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2007,Pittacum 12.5,White,Austria,"Still closed up when tasted in June 2011, but showing great promise. It has weight, with vanilla and spice flavors to complement the rich apricot, pear and lime notes. They will give an impressive, full wine in a year. Screwcap.",Obere Steigen,19,91,Traisental,,,Markus Huber 2010 Obere Steigen Grüner Veltliner (Traisental),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2010-obere-steigen-gruner-veltliner-traisental/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Markus Huber ,Red,France,"Structured, with layers of dark tannins and black cherry flavors. It's packed with plum juice, hinting almost at Pinot Noir, while also retaining the lovely open Gamay fruit.",Domaine de Champ de Cours,16,91,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Mommessin 2010 Domaine de Champ de Cours (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2010-domaine-champ-cours-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2010,Mommessin 14,Red,US,"Lemelson makes a consistent lineup of single vineyard Pinots, and with a track record extending back a decade or more, the results are predictably satisfying. The Meyer has a solid core of blackberry and black cherry, highlighted with a lining of licorice, scents of dried herb and citrusy acids. Beautifully styled and riding on perfectly ripened fruit, it will be hard to keep your hands off it, but it can cellar for 5–6 more years.",Meyer Vineyard,42,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2008 Meyer Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2008-meyer-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lemelson 13,White,Austria,"Full and rich wine, its acidity brightening peach, melon and spice flavors. It is an expressive wine characterized by its ripe fruits, intense pepper and ginger. Screwcap.",Charming,30,91,Kamptal,,,Laurenz V. 2009 Charming Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurenz-v-2009-charming-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Laurenz V. 12.9,White,US,"Leesy, textural, a rich mix of spring herbs, celery, lime, green fruits and melon. Though relatively low alcohol it has a lovely mix of flavors. Bracing but not at all sour. Good winemaking.",Reserve,22,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lange 2010 Reserve Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2010-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Lange 14.9,Red,US,"Big and chewy and inky black, this clearly well-crafted Petite Sirah is full of black fruit—mostly blackberry—and peppery tones. The tannins stand out and yet mellow as the wine opens. A few more years in bottle should get them to the appropriate place. Enjoy this wine with a pepper steak or ravioli.",,38,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Saracina 2007 Petite Sirah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saracina-2007-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Petite Sirah,2007,Saracina 14.5,Red,US,"Wattle Creek's best Triple Play ever. A blend of Syrah, Viognier and Petite Sirah from this cool appellation in Mendocino County, the wine is dry, medium- to full-bodied, tannic and complex, with flavors of blackberries, currants, tobacco, smoked meat, cedar and scads of black pepper. Drink now for its sheer power and joy.",The Triple Play,35,91,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Wattle Creek 2009 The Triple Play Red (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2009-the-triple-play-red-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Red Blend,2009,Wattle Creek 14.5,Red,US,"A big, tough, resilient Pinot Noir, hefty in tannins and bone dry. Not showing much delicacy now, but it sure is complex, offering waves of wild cherries, tobacco, cola, smoked meat, herbs and spices. Purists will criticize it for being too Rhône-like. Give it a decant and drink over the next few years.",Kessler-Haak Vineyard,50,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Carr 2009 Kessler-Haak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2009-kessler-haak-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Carr 14.5,Red,Spain,"Reedy, attractive, classy aromas of red fruits, tobacco and fine herbs are like a red carpet entering the gala. The mouth is structured and tannic but not hard or biting; flavors of red berry, plum and cherry lean towards sweet, while the finish is long, medicinal and on the money. Drink now through 2014.",Sirsell,30,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Capafons-Ossó 2006 Sirsell Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capafons-osso-2006-sirsell-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Capafons-Ossó 13,Red,France,"Still so tannic, there is a question of how this wine will soften. The fruit is a series of hints behind the firm structure. Dense and concentrated, it reveals the terroir-driven nature of wines from the famed Côte du Py slope. Keep for 3–4 years.",Côte du Py,25,91,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Paul Beaudet 2008 Côte du Py (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-beaudet-2008-cote-py-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2008,Paul Beaudet 12.5,White,US,"Young, frizzante and clean as a whistle, with a mix of celery, apple and melon fruit. The alcohol is listed at just 12.5% yet delivers plenty of flavor—is this the Holy Grail grape that ripens at lower alcohol? A delicious, zesty, complex wine with all the right stuff—crisp fruits, zippy acids, refreshing minerality, and midpalate concentration.",,16,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Pudding River 2010 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pudding-river-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Pudding River 14.5,Red,Italy,"Petrucci offers intensity and sophistication with aromas of warm spice, leather and mature fruit. But the freshness of the acidity kicks in at the end and delivers a cooling surprise to the palate.",Petrucci,,91,Tuscany,Orcia,,Podere Forte 2006 Petrucci Red (Orcia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-forte-2006-petrucci-red-orcia/,Red Blend,2006,Podere Forte ,Red,France,"Griottes are a type of bitter cherry used in cooking, and this wine shares some of that character. It is firmly structured with acidity and an edge of attractive lightness. Age for 2–3 years.",Les Griottes,16,91,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Mommessin 2010 Les Griottes (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2010-griottes-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2010,Mommessin 15.4,Red,US,"A very nice Syrah, with lots of ripe fruit but also a good structure. It's rich in blackberry, cherry and cola flavors, with an earthiness suggesting mushrooms sautéed in brown butter and sprinkled with black pepper and Chinese 5 spice. Firm tannins ground it.",,45,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Nova Vita 2009 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nova-vita-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2009,Nova Vita 14.1,Red,US,"Dry and elegant, with a scour of tannins, this Pinot Noir wants a rich steak or chop to balance out its astringency and acids. At nearly four years of age, it's still fresh, with a central core of cherries, raspberries and orange zest. Purists will like the lightish color and modest alcohol.",,48,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,32 Winds 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/32-winds-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,32 Winds 14,Red,US,"Light in body, silky and acidic, made in a more elegant and sophisticated style than some of those bigger, extracted Pinots. Almost like a white wine, but with intense raspberry and cherry fruit, cola, rosehip tea, spice and oak flavors. Decant for a few hours, or drink over the next three years.",Four Sisters Vineyard,38,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Rochelle 2009 Four Sisters Vineyard Pinot Meunier (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2009-four-sisters-vineyard-other-red-pinot-meunier-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Meunier,2009,La Rochelle 13.5,Red,France,"Full bodied and lush, with hints of sweet, smoky oak layered over espresso, black olive and sour plum. With faint suggestions of dried fruit and chocolate yet ample freshness on the finish, this seems a bit disjointed at the moment; drink 2016–2024.",Les Ruchets Syrah,84,91,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2008 Les Ruchets Syrah (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2008-ruchets-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2008,Jean-Luc Colombo 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes pretty dry and tannic, with lots of astringency, and finishes hard and gritty. Not a wine you want to drink now. But there's a huge core of blackberries hidden below, accompanied by a burst of juicy acidity. Seems to have the balance for cellaring. The score reflects what this Cab will likely be in 6–8 years.",Kairos Vineyard,55,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Judd's Hill 2007 Kairos Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judds-hill-2007-kairos-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Judd's Hill 13.6,White,US,"Strongly flavored by the barrel fermentation and extended lees contact, this rich and textural Chardonnay opens with toasted coconut, banana cream pie, pear tart and other pastry-like delights. It is not fruit-deficient, however, and there is plenty of snappy acidity under all the goodies.",Lia's Vineyard Jory Slope,20,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Longplay 2008 Lia's Vineyard Jory Slope Chardonnay (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longplay-2008-lias-vineyard-jory-slope-chardonnay-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Chardonnay,2008,Longplay 12.5,White,Austria,"Intense, crisp acidity shines on this young wine. It's concentrated citrus is like sucking a lemon. This character shows its potential for aging. It will will develop richer, secondary flavors over the next 2–3 years. Screwcap.",Steinagrund Lagenreserve,,91,Wagram-Donauland,,,Leth 2010 Steinagrund Lagenreserve Grüner Veltliner (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leth-2010-steinagrund-lagenreserve-gruner-veltliner-wagram-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Leth ,Red,France,"Smoky wine, rich as well as structured. The acidity of the year is integrated into the structure, the firm tannins and juicy red berry fruits a balanced pleasure to taste.",,25,91,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Richard Rottiers 2010 Moulin-à-Vent,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/richard-rottiers-2010-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2010,Richard Rottiers 15,Red,Spain,"Comes on solid and strong with smoky aromas of black fruit, coconut and shoe polish. Stout and layered in the mouth, with full tannins and a nice mix of bold berry flavors, tobacco, herbs, spice and lemony oak. Tastes similar on the finish, with tobacco and spice lasting the longest. Complex and healthy; drink now through 2018.",Vendimia Seleccionada,28,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Recoletas 2004 Vendimia Seleccionada (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recoletas-2004-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2004,Recoletas 15.5,Red,Spain,"Rubbery and gaseous on first sniff, and then upon airing it shows pretty black fruit scents and richness. Forget about minerality and llicorela here; this wine is modern, lusty, big and dark, with licorice, blackberry and chocolaty flavors. Finishes thick, long and tasty.",Embruix,25,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Vall Llach 2006 Embruix Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vall-llach-2006-embruix-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Vall Llach 14.9,Red,US,"very tannic wine, with an astringent, dry mouthfeel, but it's so rich in fruit, it's enjoyable now. Floods the mouth with blackberry, cherry, plum, currant and dark chocolate flavors, edged with dusty spices. Should develop over the next six years, but if you can't wait, give it a good long decant.",Vittorio's Vineyard,44,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2008 Vittorio's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2008-vittorios-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,V. Sattui 14.4,Red,US,"Feels classy and vital from the very start and all the way through. Lots of ripe, complex, bone-dry blackberry, cherry, cola, cassis, herb, chocolate and cedar flavors that finish long and spicy. Even nearing five years of age, the tannins are significant, giving the wine a tough astringency. Hard to tell if the fruit will outlast the tannins. If you drink now, give it a good, long decant.",,34,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2006 Merlot (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2006-merlot-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Merlot,2006,Thomas Fogarty 12,White,US,"From old vines that offer more texture, steely minerality and nuance than young vines can deliver. You might find less fullness to the fruit, but this more than compensates with its robust depth. Lemon polish, Key lime, a bit of grapefruit and much more.",Estate,19,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 2009 Estate Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2009-estate-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2009,Elk Cove 14.5,Red,France,"Hugely toasty and oaky, and yet the wine never seems too extreme given the intensity of the cherry fruit. It's full bodied, lush and supple, with a long, mouthwatering finish. Drink now–2019.",Cuvée Exceptionnelle,60,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine du Vieux Lazaret 2007 Cuvée Exceptionnelle Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vieux-lazaret-2007-cuvee-exceptionnelle-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine du Vieux Lazaret 14.2,Red,US,"Elegant and sophisticated, a Syrah to drink now for its rich array of fruits and spices. It's soft in tannins and acidity, giving a silky, velvery mouthfeel to the cherry, blackberry, bacon, sandalwood and, above all, savory black pepper flavors.",Crossroads Vineyard,32,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Curtis 2007 Crossroads Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2007-crossroads-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Curtis 13,White,Austria,"A single-vineyard wine that displays creamed pear and apple flavors, softly touched with wood. It's an elegant wine, although whether wood aging and Grüner go together is a debateable point. Let the wood soften and it will show more of the ripe fruit. Screwcap.",Rabenstein,29,91,Niederösterreich,,,Dürnberg 2009 Rabenstein Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durnberg-2009-rabenstein-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Dürnberg 15,Red,Spain,"Hard spice, blackberry and leather form a firm opening salvo, then oak, mocha and chocolate notes take over on the bouquet. The palate is firm and healthy, with minerally berry, spice, leather and chocolaty flavors. Long, alert, pure and driving on the finish. Drink now through 2016.",,50,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Ferrer Bobet 2007 Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrer-bobet-2007-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2007,Ferrer Bobet 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aesthetics and elegance are important values to the owners of Fattoria Nittardi (who also happen to be important art dealers in Europe) and are reflected in this wine. Bold concentration and rich texture is softened by aromas of smoke, clove and mature blackberry.",Nectar Dei,65,91,Tuscany,Maremma,,Fattoria Nittardi 2006 Nectar Dei (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-nittardi-2006-nectar-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2006,Fattoria Nittardi 11.8,White,US,"Spicy, sharp, tart and deep. A compact mix of melon, pear, green apple and gooseberry fruit. This has exceptional structure and density for a wine listing such low alcohol, yet no hint of sweetness.",,18,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Wy'East Vineyards 2010 Pinot Gris (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyeast-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Pinot Gris,2010,Wy'East Vineyards 14.5,White,US,"Shows the complexity of Talley's single vineyard Chards, with vibrant acidity accompanying tangerine, orange, lime and mineral flavors, enhanced with sweet smoky oak. Brilliant acidity makes it compelling.",Estate,26,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2009 Estate Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2009-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Talley 14.5,Red,Spain,"Meaty and full-bodied, with molasses, roasted blackberry and cola aromas. This is a fine example of affordable Toro; it's rich and balanced, not overripe or raisiny, with tannic grip, a chewy texture and lasting flavors of prune, blackberry and chocolate. Drink now through 2013.",Reserva,20,91,Northern Spain,Toro,,Muruve 2006 Reserva (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muruve-2006-reserva-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2006,Muruve ,Red,France,"Sweet strawberry and cherry fruits are the soft cover to this intensely tannic wine. That structure shows its power, concentration and ageworthiness. Keep for three years and the richness will be fully revealed.",,19,91,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Lucien Lardy 2009 Moulin-à-Vent,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-lardy-2009-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2009,Lucien Lardy 14,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Sangiovese opens with warming notes of black cherry, blackberry pie, exotic spice, leather and moist pipe tobacco. The wine shows fine tannins and a rich feel overall.",Lombrone Riserva,75,91,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Collemassari 2005 Lombrone Riserva (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collemassari-2005-lombrone-riserva-sangiovese-montecucco/,Sangiovese,2005,Collemassari 13.5,Red,US,"Despite the light color and delicate silky mouthfeel, this mountain Pinot Noir is potent in fruit. It explodes in raspberry and cherry pie, red licorice and beef jerky flavors, enhanced with noticeable oak. But then it retreats into a dry, spicy, minerally finish. Firm in tannins and distinguished, it should develop in the bottle over the next six years.",Woodruff Family Vineyard,45,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ghostwriter 2009 Woodruff Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghostwriter-2009-woodruff-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Ghostwriter ,Red,France,"With the embossed bottle and the extra years aging, Duboeuf's Prestige range does have an extra quality. This Juliénas is ripe, concentrated, a powerful expression of Gamay with a more serious intent.",Prestige,,91,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Prestige (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-prestige-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 14.5,Red,Italy,"Re di Renieri represents a blend of four international grape varieties (including 60% Merlot) that is characterized by layers of soft chocolate and cherry. It shows a rich, plush texture on the finish.",Re di Renieri,24,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Renieri 2007 Re di Renieri Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2007-re-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Renieri 14.5,Red,Italy,"There's a touch of green herb here that comes forward as curry leaf or wild sage. Beyond that, however, is a rich reserve of black fruit and sweet spice.",Spirto,,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Sant Agnese dei F.lli Gigli 2006 Spirto Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sant-agnese-flli-gigli-2006-spirto-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Sant Agnese dei F.lli Gigli 14.6,White,US,"A high-toned, brisk Chardonnay, packed with aromas and flavors of minerals, saline, umami, tropical fruit and spices. Feels rich and opulent in the mouth, with fine oak and a touch of leesy cream. A Chardonnay of great craftsmanship.",Ode to Sunshine Bien Nacido Vineyard,60,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Sanguis 2009 Ode to Sunshine Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2009-ode-to-sunshine-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Sanguis ,Red,France,"A rich wine with spice and red fruits, the tannins well integrated. It shows aging potential both from its ripe fruit and its dry, firm core. The wine is very structured, powerful, a fine example of this exceptional vintage.",Les Charmes,,91,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Jacques Charlet 2009 Les Charmes (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacques-charlet-2009-charmes-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2009,Jacques Charlet 10.5,Dessert,Austria,"Smooth and unctuous wine, rich with an oily texture that coats the mouth with its honey, mango and treacle character. It is so concentrated, just the essence of sweetness. Acidity is there in the final tang of lemon zest.",Zwischen den Seen Nummer 2 Trockenbeerenauslese,75,91,Burgenland,,,Kracher 2008 Zwischen den Seen Nummer 2 Trockenbeerenauslese Welschriesling (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kracher-2008-zwischen-den-seen-nummer-2-trockenbeerenauslese-other-white-welschriesling-burgenland/,Welschriesling,2008,Kracher 14.5,Red,Italy,"Castello Banfi's Tavernelle is a wine that has shown a very nice evolution over the years. It's a Cabernet Sauvignon that boasts the ripe, concentrated qualities of sunny Tuscany with the elegance and firmness of the variety.",Tavernelle,40,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 2006 Tavernelle Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2006-tavernelle-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Castello Banfi 13.5,Red,France,"This wine starts off a bit smoky and cedary, but with time it develops more typical Hermitage notes of cassis, hickory smoke and meat. It's medium to full in body, with a rich texture and long finish. Approachable now, but should age easily through 2018.",,85,91,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet 2007 Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-philippe-vincent-jaboulet-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Domaine Philippe & Vincent Jaboulet 13.5,Red,US,"Here's an easy, soft Pinot, a real crowd pleaser. It's rich and forward in raspberries, cherries, spices, cola and sandalwood. So easy to like now for its fresh, fruity appeal.",Isabel,50,91,California,California Other,California,Au Bon Climat 2008 Isabel Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2008-isabel-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Au Bon Climat 14.9,White,US,"Kudos to Chalk Hill for one of the drier, more subtle Chardonnays on the market. Theyve controlled the ripeness, reining in the tropical fruits to retain minerality, and allowing acidity to provide crispness. Nonetheless the wine impresses for opulence and complexity.",Estate,48,91,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2009 Estate Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2009-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,2009,Chalk Hill 14.5,Red,France,"La Nerthe is usually quite structured, so while the 2007 is riper and creamier than most vintages, it still retains decent acidity to balance things out. Leather, spice and cherry flavors pick up hints of coffee and chocolate on the finish. Drink it over the next 10–12 years.",,50,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château La Nerthe 2007 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nerthe-2007-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château La Nerthe 19,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Maple, toffee and leather aromas combine nicely on a nutty, driving bouquet. The palate feels narrow and compact, with pointed flavors of saline, nuts and dried apricot. Finishes with power. Made from the Pedro Ximenez grape, not the more common Palomino.",Carlos VII Amontillado - 500 ml,29,91,Andalucia,Montilla-Moriles,,Alvear NV Carlos VII Amontillado - 500 ml Pedro Ximénez (Montilla-Moriles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alvear-nv-carlos-vii-amontillado-500-ml-sherry-pedro-ximenez-montilla-moriles/,Pedro Ximénez,,Alvear 14.7,Red,US,"A beautiful Pinot Noir, dry and firm, with an authoritative structure. A little modest in fruit, with earthy, dried sour cherry candy and spice flavors, uplifted by brisk acidity. What a nice restaurant wine.",,40,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Bonaccorsi 2008 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonaccorsi-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bonaccorsi 20.5,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Exotic aromas of fig pudding, prune and cocoa bean aren't just soft and sweet; there's edge and angle to this wine, with plenty of acidity at the core along with coffee and chocolate. If there's a fault here, it's that the acidity sweeps away the fruity sweetness, leaving some hollowness on the finish.",Matusalem Oloroso Dulce Viejo 375 ml,49,91,Andalucia,Jerez,,González Byass NV Matusalem Oloroso Dulce Viejo 375 ml Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonzalez-byass-nv-matusalem-oloroso-dulce-viejo-375-ml-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,González Byass 14.4,Red,US,"Just beautiful, a dry, silky Pinot Noir, filled with complex flavors of cherries and black raspberries. Oak adds lovely notes of sweet char, and the natural acidity of the Santa Maria Valley shines through. Now–2014.",,34,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Foxen ,Red,France,"An impressive wine, as ripe as the year, intense, with powerful layers of jammy fruits, sweet acidity and dusty tannins. It has plenty of freshness, which is well integrated with the ripeness.",Prestige,,91,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2009 Prestige (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2009-prestige-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2009,Georges Duboeuf 14.3,White,US,"A wine for those who want something drier and crisper than the typically overoaked white Rhône blend. It's smooth, silky and earthy, with just a touch of orange and sandalwood. A very nice, elegant and versatile wine.",Three Sisters Cuvée,18,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearst Ranch 2009 Three Sisters Cuvée White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearst-ranch-2009-three-sisters-cuvee-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,White Blend,2009,Hearst Ranch 12.7,White,US,"Elegantly structured, a delicate wine with mineral and saline flavors. Yet it's rich in golden mangoes, Key limes and smoky oak. Shows how good a low-alcohol Chardonnay can be in the right hands. Should develop over the next 4 years.",Solomon Hills,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Vino V 2008 Solomon Hills Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-v-2008-solomon-hills-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Vino V 14.5,Red,Italy,Banditone is a chewy and ripe Syrah from Tuscany with plump aromas of blueberry and black fruit followed by dark chocolate and spice. The tannins are smooth and extra soft as well.,Banditone,60,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Máté 2007 Banditone Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mate-2007-banditone-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2007,Máté 14,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon conspire to produce a rich, plump wine with plenty of spice and fruit to keep it interesting. That positive momentum is upheld by the wine's soft, yielding texture.",Daniello,37,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Trecciano 2007 Daniello Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-trecciano-2007-daniello-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta di Trecciano 13,Red,France,"Pungent and potent, with notes of dark-roast coffee and roasted meat accenting plum fruit. This is full bodied yet surprisingly crisp, with firm but not overwhelming tannins. Drink 2013–2020.",Coteaux,59,90,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Tardieu-Laurent 2008 Coteaux (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2008-coteaux-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,2008,Tardieu-Laurent 14.5,Red,Spain,"The show starts with a blast of bacon, vanilla and ultimately sweet, syrupy berry aromas. In the mouth, it's tough and clamps down with grip due to strong tannins. The flavors are roasted and oaky, with vanilla and mocha shadings working the background. Tannic and willing on the finish; drink now through 2016.",Reserva,35,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Conde de Siruela 2006 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-siruela-2006-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Conde de Siruela 13.5,Red,Italy,"Tosco is an earthy, generous and thick red wine that would stand up to game meat or Irish boiled beef and mint sauce. Black fruit, peppercorn and tobacco characterize the finish.",Tosco,25,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Poggio Salvi 2006 Tosco Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-poggio-salvi-2006-tosco-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Villa Poggio Salvi 14.8,Red,US,"This 100% Zin shows classic spices and ripe berry fruit that veers into currants. It's bone dry, and the alcohol is relatively high but not hot. It's a lusty wine, subtly oaked, and a great partner to barbecue.",Florence Vineyard,32,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dashe Cellars 2008 Florence Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2008-florence-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Dashe Cellars 15.2,Red,US,"This Syrah is bone dry and somewhat austere, but complex and elegant. It's a spicy, peppery wine, with firm, thick tannins and hints of blackberries, smoked meat and dark chocolate. Drink now.",Alisos Vineyard,34,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 2008 Alisos Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2008-alisos-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Longoria 13.8,White,US,"A crowd pleaser, made from grapes in the Santa Ynez and Santa Maria valleys. Shows lots of ripe balance, with rich, spicy flavors of tropical fruit and buttered toast. An easy, elegant wine for drinking now.",,27,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Demetria 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Demetria 14.1,Red,US,"A marriage of zippy acidity and ripe raspberry and cherry fruit, this Pinot is a bit simple, sweet and candied. Yet there are considerable tannins lurking in the background, and the wine could develop bottle interest over the next six years.",Petersen Vineyard,50,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 2008 Petersen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-coast-2008-petersen-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 14.9,Red,US,"Plenty of dark plum and blackberry going on here, from a Zin sourced from two organically farmed vineyards. Low berry weights from the dry vintage have contributed to a concentrated wine here, with soft tannins and some spiciness, an overall balanced wine.",Pick and Shovel,28,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Saracina 2009 Pick and Shovel Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saracina-2009-pick-shovel-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Saracina 14,Red,Spain,"A big, warm, baked wine made from Merlot, Garnacha, Syrah and Cab Sauvignon. It has baked aromas in front of a full, balanced palate that hits with dark fruit, molasses and warmth. Does a good job of blending ripe black fruit and chocolate with proper tannins and acidity. Drink now.",,15,88,Catalonia,Montsant,,Fra Guerau 2006 Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fra-guerau-2006-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2006,Fra Guerau 13.6,Red,US,"Minty at first, and herbal, the way a Cabernet can be, this Petit Verdot from Lodi is juicy and well made with licorice and spice and plenty of tannin structure. Its limp finish could signal the need for a bit more time in the cellar, perhaps 2–5 years.","Private Reserve, Elk Vineyard, Borden Ranch",25,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,"Grands Amis Winery 2008 Private Reserve, Elk Vineyard, Borden Ranch Petit Verdot (Lodi)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grands-amis-winery-2008-private-reserve-elk-vineyard-borden-ranch-petit-verdot-central-valley-lodi/,Petit Verdot,2008,Grands Amis Winery 13.1,White,US,"A nice mix of tart green apple, fresh-cut pear, spring herbs and lemony acids. Vivid and refreshing, with good concentration and length.",Single Vineyard,15,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Provincial Vineyards 2010 Single Vineyard Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provincial-2010-single-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Provincial Vineyards 15.2,Red,US,"This is an elaborately soft, richly decadent wine. It tastes like milk chocolate, with a squirt of blackberry and cherry liqueur. Delicious and slightly off-dry, if a little direct. Drink now.",,35,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2008 Petit Verdot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2008-petit-verdot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petit Verdot,2008,Ancient Peaks 12,White,Austria,"An intriguing white wine from red Zweigelt, the house specialty of Dürnberg. It has a light spring, with hints of red cherry and a light sweetness. The producer says it would be good with Asian food, and that's about right. Screwcap.",Blanc de Noir Select,,87,Niederösterreich,,,Dürnberg 2010 Blanc de Noir Select Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durnberg-2010-blanc-noir-select-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2010,Dürnberg 13.5,White,US,"Acidic and citrusy, this Chard could almost be a Pinot Grigio. The tartness really gets the mouth watering, and the flavors suggest tangerines, grapefruits and limes. Savory and clean.",,12,87,California,California Other,California,Greystone 2010 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greystone-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Greystone 12.5,White,Austria,"Smooth, creamy wine, very clean green fruits layering acidity with a taut nervy texture and citrus flavors. The wine has a purity of lime that offers a great drink-now experience. Screwcap.",Vom Vogelsang,,87,Niederösterreich,,,H. & M. Hofer 2010 Vom Vogelsang Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-m-hofer-2010-vom-vogelsang-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,H. & M. Hofer 14.2,Red,US,"Lots going on in this softly appealing Cabernet. It's full-bodied and ripe, showing classic Alexander Valley flavors of blackberry jam, chocolate, anise, dried herbs and spices. Will develop bottle complexity over the years while gradually losing fruit.",Reserve,27,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Frei Brothers 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Frei Brothers 14.2,Red,US,"Lots of oak and ripe fruit in this softly appealing wine. A bit one-dimensional, but delicious and silky, with flamboyant raspberry, cherry and vanilla caramel flavors.",Estate Grown,35,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2009 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2009-estate-grown-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Carneros 12.5,Red,France,"Fine, aromatic wine, very cherry, its structure and bright fruits already integrating well. Acidity is a dominant element, with the underlying tannins pushing through the intense juiciness.",,30,87,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Domaine de Leyre-Loup 2010 Fleurie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leyre-loup-2010-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2010,Domaine de Leyre-Loup 14.1,Rose,US,"Kind of dark in color for a rosé, but dryish, crisply acidic and fine. A blend of Syrah, Petite Sirah and other varieties, it's as full-bodied as a red wine, with tangerine, strawberry, vanilla and cinnamon spice flavors.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cinnabar 2010 Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2010-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2010,Cinnabar 14.7,Red,US,"A little on the light side, but elegant, with wild cherry, cola and red currant flavors that finish dry and crisp in acidity. Earns extra plaudits for complexity and grace.",Family Estate Vineyard,26,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Manzoni 2009 Family Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzoni-2009-family-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Manzoni 12.5,White,Italy,"This is a very pretty expression of Vermentino that opens with crisp citrus notes followed by stone fruit and honeysuckle. The wine is compact, but not thin or watery. In fact, the natural density here is enough to pair with grilled swordfish or spicy Thai food.",,15,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Teruzzi & Puthod 2008 Vermentino (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teruzzi-puthod-2008-italian-white-vermentino-toscana/,Vermentino,2008,Teruzzi & Puthod 14,Red,Italy,"From the Tenuta Costa group (that makes wine across Italy including Barolo in Piedmont), this easy red blend from southern Tuscany offers ripe cherry and strawberry with easy spice and tobacco.",,,87,Tuscany,Monteregio di Massa Marittima,,Terre di Fiori 2008 Monteregio di Massa Marittima,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-fiori-2008-red-monteregio-massa-marittima/,Red Blend,2008,Terre di Fiori 13,White,Italy,"Vermentino makes a great companion to sushi, Mediterranean fish dishes, light pasta salad or chicken salad. There's a zesty touch of fresh sage or rosemary on the nose followed by peach, citrus and melon aromas.",Greppico,20,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Viticcio 2010 Greppico Vermentino (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticcio-2010-greppico-italian-white-vermentino-bolgheri/,Vermentino,2010,Viticcio 14,Red,Italy,"Closed with a pretty glass cork, Invetro (translated as “in glass” in Italian) offers fresh tones of wild berry and raspberry. This easy, lively red blend would match succulent meat or spicy pork.",Invetro,15,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Renieri 2008 Invetro Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2008-invetro-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Renieri 13.7,White,US,"A single-vineyard Pinot Gris, focused and tart, with flavors as fresh as can be. Sharp and yeasty, but with good grip and substance through the middle, and a flash of heat in the finish. This will benefit from another year or so of bottle age.",Rudolfo Vineyard,17,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lumos 2010 Rudolfo Vineyard Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lumos-2010-rudolfo-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Lumos 14.2,Red,US,"Oak dominates this wine, with vanilla, chocolate, buttered toast and caramel aromas and flavors. Under all that you'll find some good, ripe black cherry fruit. With soft tannins, it's ready to drink now.",Summers Ranch Reserve,30,87,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Summers 2008 Summers Ranch Reserve Merlot (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2008-summers-ranch-reserve-merlot-sonoma-knights-valley/,Merlot,2008,Summers 13.5,White,France,"Smoky and toasty, with those oaky notes balanced by honeyed fruit, like grilled peach and pineapple. This is a rich, corpulent Côtes du Rhône that just fades a bit quickly on the finish. Drink now.",Guy Louis,28,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Tardieu-Laurent 2009 Guy Louis White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2009-guy-louis-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Tardieu-Laurent ,Red,US,"Stiff and fairly tannic, this includes some fruit from Oregon's tiny Red Hill AVA. Brambly wild berry highlights, bright and firm, lead into a finish annotated with baking chocolate.",,17,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Primarius 2009 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primarius-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Primarius 13,White,Italy,Prelius offers a crisp and bright Vermentino from coastal Tuscany with green highlights of kiwi and lime spread over thicker notes of stone fruit and melon. The wine is very refreshing and zesty on the close.,,16,87,Tuscany,Maremma,,Prelius 2009 Vermentino (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prelius-2009-italian-white-vermentino-maremma/,Vermentino,2009,Prelius 13.3,Red,US,"Approachable with pretty cherry and rose petal flavors, this wine finds its spine via a streak of herb and tannin. Dried leaves, a hint of granite, and persistent berry flavors suggest that it can be cellared for at least 6–8 years.",,43,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Sno Road 2008 Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sno-road-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sno Road 13,Red,Italy,"Nicely balanced and not too thick, this easy red blend from central Tuscany opens with aroma of mature blackberry and cherry followed by black pepper, leather and wet earth.",,,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Torrenera 2006 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torrenera-2006-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Torrenera 14.6,Red,US,"Brims with briary blackberry fruit, spicy and ripe, enhanced with a layer of oak. It's a little jammy and hot, and also is quite tannic, but there's a firm nobility in there. Give it a good decant and enjoy.",,45,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Nova Vita 2008 Petit Verdot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nova-vita-2008-petit-verdot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petit Verdot,2008,Nova Vita 13.5,White,US,"A touch of oak adds smoky vanilla and toast to this Chardonnay, but what stars is the fruit. Pineapples, limes, green apples and kiwis blast through to a spicy finish, brightened by crisp acidity.",,14,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2010 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2010,Kenwood 13.9,White,US,"Showing the tight tannins and minerality of this mountain appellation, this Chardonnay also displays concentrated pineapple and tangerine fruit flavors. Oak adds buttered toast and caramel sweetness. Seems best now, so drink up.",,30,87,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Keenan 2009 Chardonnay (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-2009-chardonnay-napa-spring-mountain/,Chardonnay,2009,Keenan 13,White,US,"Tart to the edge of sour, this is made for hot weather drinking. Lemon, lime and sour orange fruit with plenty of acidity and a solid, clean, crisp finish.",,15,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,J. Scott Cellars 2010 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2010-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2010,J. Scott Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Oregon Petite Sirah is certainly an outrider, but this is a commendable effort. It captures the dense blackberry fruit of the grape, wrangles the thick tannins into some sort of rough balance, and adds a lick of espresso to the finish. Blocky, tasty and proportionate.",,26,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,J. Scott Cellars 2009 Petite Sirah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2009-petite-sirah-southern-rogue-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,J. Scott Cellars 14.8,Red,US,"This is plenty ripe, with alcohol just under 15%. Fruit flavors are a little over the top, getting into pruney, or at least a cooked, compote character. But you'll find berries galore, the acidity to balance and a streak of bark in the tannins.",,25,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,J. Scott Cellars 2009 Grenache (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2009-grenache-southern-rogue-valley/,Grenache,2009,J. Scott Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Fairly simple in appeal, with candied, sweet and sour cherry flavors, like a cough drop. Tannic, too, hitting the palate with sandpapery astringency. But earns extra credit for dryness and a rich smoked meat note that makes it a partner for barbecue.",Poizin,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Armida 2009 Poizin Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2009-poizin-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Armida 14.3,Red,US,"Shows lush, ripe waves of wild mountain raspberries, cherries, red currants and cola, but the texture is a little aggressive in acids and tannins. The sharpness continues into the spicy finish, making it unlikely this wine will develop.",,34,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Arista 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Arista 12.5,Red,US,"Darkly toasted Canadian oak reveals itself through layers of vanilla, smoke and burnt sugar on the nose of this lovely North Fork Cab. On the palate, bright acidity shines through a concentrated black cherry palate flecked with hints of dark caramel and freshly cut mint.",Canadian Oak,28,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2007 Canadian Oak Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2007-canadian-oak-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Comtesse Thérèse 13.5,Red,US,"Hints of caramelized soy sauce that linger amidst layers of smoke and char on this black cherry Cab pack an irresistible punch of umami. On the palate, rich fruit is accented by ripe bramble notes and a spray of fresh herbs that lead to a soft, powdery finish.",,25,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Comtesse Thérèse 7,Sparkling,Spain,"Floral aromas are suggestive of gardenia flowers, and overall this is very much in the Moscato d'Asti vein. The palate is crisp, light and citrusy while the flavors are pure lemon-lime and flowers. Finishes fresh and light, with no funk or excess weight.",Marina Espumante,14,87,Levante,Alicante,,Bocopa NV Marina Espumante Moscato (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bocopa-nv-marina-espumante-muscat-moscato-alicante/,Moscato,,Bocopa 14,Red,US,"From western Paso Robles, a dark, full-bodied wine, with ripe, fresh cherries, blackberries, grilled meat and spices. An opulent, fleshy Pinot that finishes a little sweet and jammy, almost like Grenache.",Deja Vu,55,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Babcock 2009 Deja Vu Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2009-deja-vu-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2009,Babcock 13.5,Red,France,"Not as impressive as the Esprit de Granit bottling, this is nonetheless a solid Northern Rhône Syrah, with herbal notes accenting dark fruit. The moderately concentrated plum flavors show touches of coffee and chocolate, turning crisp on the finish. Drink now and over the next few years.",Terre de Granit,28,87,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Cave de Tain 2009 Terre de Granit (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2009-terre-granit-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2009,Cave de Tain 14,Red,Italy,"True to the Syrah variety, this plush red wine offers bright fruit tones of blackberry and cherry backed by light spice and clove. It's an easy, soft ensemble that would pair with meat, chicken or pasta.",,,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Poppiano 2007 Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poppiano-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2007,Castello di Poppiano 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of zippy acidity in this bone-dry Pinot Noir, a testament to the chilly vintage. If you can get past the tartness, you'll find a rich vein of wild cherry, cranberry and cola fruit flavor. Ready now.",Turner Vineyard,45,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Carr 2009 Turner Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2009-turner-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Carr 13.7,Red,US,"Rich with fleshy black plum and cherry flavors, Wölffer's Cassango meshes deeply concentrated fruit with swathes of smoke, violets and darkly toasted oak. Bright, brisk acidity carries a long finish marked by a coating of soft, powdery tannins.",Cassango,40,88,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Wölffer 2007 Cassango Cabernet Sauvignon (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2007-cassango-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Wölffer 14.9,Red,US,"Impressive for a $12 Old Vine Zin, this wine is spicy and full of pepper, much more savory than sweet with plenty of texture midpalate and decent length. Definitely full-bodied, it'll stand up to a plethora of rich foods and even age another couple of years.",Old Vines,12,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2009 Old Vines Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2009-old-vines-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Sobon Estate 13.5,Red,Italy,There are hint of dried herbs or garden greens at the back but the primary aromas to emerge from this Tuscan blend are wild berries and exotic spices. The tannins are smooth and firm.,Pietracupa,25,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta Moraia 2008 Pietracupa (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-moraia-2008-pietracupa-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Tenuta Moraia 14,Red,Spain,"Molasses, intriguing spice, cola and berry aromas are good and honest. The mouthfeel on this wine is zesty due to 25% Graciano in the blend, and overall it's a snappy number with sweet and sour flavors, toasty nuances and a long finish. Drink now through 2014.",Reserva,,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Rioja Vega 2005 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rioja-vega-2005-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Rioja Vega 15,Red,France,"Not a supercharged heavyweight even at 15% abv, instead this is an elegant, complex rendition of Châteauneuf-du-Pape that's ready to drink now–2015. From its aromas of leather and dried flowers to the meaty, complex flavors and coffee and black olives on the finish, it deliver easy-drinking charm.",Vieilles Vignes,62,88,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Réserve des Oliviers 2007 Vieilles Vignes Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reserve-oliviers-2007-vieilles-vignes-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Réserve des Oliviers 13.5,Sparkling,US,"Mainly Chardonnay, with a drop of Pinot Noir, this dry bubbly has intricate flavors of lemons, limes, tangerines and honey, with a rich yeastiness. It's a little scoury in texture, but pretty good for the price.",Blanc de Blancs,20,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Piper Sonoma NV Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-sonoma-nv-blanc-blancs-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Sparkling Blend,,Piper Sonoma 13,Red,France,"Not as impressive as the 2007, Tardieu-Laurent's 2008 Côte Rôtie is still a very good wine, boasting notes of espresso and black olive tinged with oaky notes of cedar and cinnamon. Finishes with tart fruit and soft tannins; drink now–2015.",,92,88,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Tardieu-Laurent 2008 Côte Rôtie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,2008,Tardieu-Laurent 13.5,Red,US,"A bistro style wine to drink with grilled meats and game birds. It's juicy and crisp, with flavors of cherries, licorice and spices, wrapped into a creamy texture. Really rocks.",,18,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Qupé 2009 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2009,Qupé 13.5,Red,Italy,"A 50-50 blend of Sangiovese and Malvasia Nera, Maurleo shows a fresh, crisp quality with red cherry and wild berries in the foreground. Dig deeper and you'll find spice, toast and nutty tones as well.",Maurleo,18,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Pietro Beconcini 2006 Maurleo Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-beconcini-2006-maurleo-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Pietro Beconcini 13,White,France,"Domaine de Roure is the top Crozes-Hermitage from Paul Jaboulet Aîné, and the 2008 is structured and tight, with wood-derived notes of scorched marshmallow and toast layered atop citrusy fruit. Turns a bit drying and woody on the finish, so drink now, or hold for 5–6 years and hope it integrates over time.",Domaine de Roure,60,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2008 Domaine de Roure Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2008-domaine-roure-marsanne-crozes-hermitage/,Marsanne,2008,Paul Jaboulet Aîné ,Red,France,"The Hospices de Beaujeu is a charitable foundation. Mommessin makes the wine from the foundation's vineyards. This vintage is packed with black cherry fruit and lively acidity. It is also structured, creating an excellent balance.",Hospices de Beaujeu Cuvée des Sires de Beaujeu,15,88,Beaujolais,Régnié,,Mommessin 2010 Hospices de Beaujeu Cuvée des Sires de Beaujeu (Régnié),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2010-hospices-beaujeu-cuvee-sires-beaujeu-gamay-regnie/,Gamay,2010,Mommessin 14,Red,Spain,"Earth, tree bark, dry spice and finally some plum and berry aromas appear on the nose. The palate is astringent but also bright and structured, with plum, raspberry and herbal flavors. Warming and tannic all the way to the very end. A very nice and forceful Toro.",,19,88,Northern Spain,Toro,,Finca Sobreño 2008 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sobreno-2008-red-toro/,Red Blend,2008,Finca Sobreño 12.5,Red,France,"A bit on the simple side, combining black cherries and a hint of cracked pepper, but a solid steak house option. There's enough tannin and acidity to stand up to rare beef, yet it's supple enough to drink now.",Les Pichères,22,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Ferraton Père et Fils 2009 Les Pichères (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraton-pere-fils-2009-picheres-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2009,Ferraton Père et Fils 14.4,Red,US,"A rich, full Petite Sirah with a taste of cola and spice followed by ripe raspberry and blackberry. A very yummy version of the variety from one of Livemore's most promising vineyards.",Ghielmetti Vineyard,25,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2007 Ghielmetti Vineyard Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2007-ghielmetti-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Fenestra ,Red,France,"Laced with tannins, this has intense, very pure red cherry fruits and a cool feel to it. The wine's juiciness has a smoky edge, while remaining fresh.",Domaine Desmures,15,88,Beaujolais,Chiroubles,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Domaine Desmures (Chiroubles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-domaine-desmures-gamay-chiroubles/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 14,Red,Spain,"Opens with medicinal aromas of latex, mint and red berry and cherry. The palate is full, balanced and shows serious but not too fierce tannins. Tastes medicinal, like the bouquet, with toasty midlevel berry fruit flavors. Peppery and solid on the finish.",Tinto Figuero 4,20,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,García Figuero 2009 Tinto Figuero 4 (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garcia-figuero-2009-tinto-4-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,García Figuero 14,Red,Spain,"Starts out oaky and cheesy, with baked berry, leather and clove-like aromas. The palate has lots of size, clacky tannins and acidity, while flavors of berry, mocha and tobacco are nice and lead to a toasty, grabby finish. Typical for RDD in that it's tough and tannic but full of brash flavor; drink now–2015.",Crianza,33,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Ébano 2006 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ebano-2006-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Ébano 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of acidity in this wine. It cuts right through the middle, giving the cherry fruit a sour candy tartness. Not one for the cellar, so drink it now with a rich steak, which will balance out the acids and tannins.",Three Vineyards,45,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Carr 2009 Three Vineyards Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2009-three-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Carr 14.1,Red,US,"Scads of sweet, fresh raspberries and cherries on this forward, fruity young wine. It's crisp in acidity and dry, with a lush coating of smoky oak. Would benefit from a little more earthiness, as the fruit is so powerful.",Cuvée Sandra,60,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Demetria 2009 Cuvée Sandra Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2009-cuvee-sandra-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Demetria 13,White,US,"High in acidity, this wine gets the mouth watering. It's completely dry, with citrus flavors and an astringent hit of tannins. There's no oak influence at all, making it a sophisticated partner to sushi.",Terrace Vineyard,26,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cinnabar 2010 Terrace Vineyard Picpoul (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2010-terrace-vineyard-other-white-picpoul-central-coast-paso-robles/,Picpoul,2010,Cinnabar 12.8,White,US,"Full-bodied, juicy, off-dry and forward. Immediately approachable and plenty flavorful, with streaks of tea, lemon and tangerine.",,18,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Argyle 2009 Riesling (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-2009-riesling-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Riesling,2009,Argyle 14.5,Red,Spain,"Big, extracted and clumsy on first blush, with raisin and prune preceding chocolate on the nose. The palate is big and tannic, with chocolate and baked berry flavors. Finishes full, toasty and grabby, with mocha and vanilla. Drink now through 2012.",Más de Leda,20,88,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Bodegas Leda 2007 Más de Leda Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-leda-2007-mas-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2007,Bodegas Leda 13,Red,US,"Layered on both the nose and palate, this standout Finger Lakes Pinot is tart and fresh, yet full with concentrated sour cherry and red plum flavors. Firmly structured with bright acidity and a delightful spray of violet perfume on the finish.",Vintner's Selection,26,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bloomer Creek 2007 Vintner's Selection Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloomer-creek-2007-vintners-selection-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bloomer Creek 13.5,Red,Italy,"Notes of tobacco or dried herbs give this Chianti Rufina a masculine, austere first nose. Ripe fruit notes of cherry and blackberry emerge slowly with time and translate into pulpy, slightly sweet sensations on the close.",,14,88,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,I Veroni 2009 Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-veroni-2009-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2009,I Veroni 14.8,Red,US,"Lots to like in this dry, smooth Merlot. It's an earthy wine, with dried herb, black cherry and cedar flavors wrapped into firm tannins. Good price for the quality.",Estate,16,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Jacuzzi 2008 Estate Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacuzzi-2008-estate-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2008,Jacuzzi 14.3,Red,US,"This is a big Pinot Noir, full-bodied and dry, and a little heavy. But it's rich, offering delicious waves of cherries, raspberries, red currants, licorice, cola and savory spices. Unclear if it will age, but nice now with steaks, chops, grilled salmon.",,38,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Arista 2009 Pinot Noir (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2009-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2009,Arista 14.5,Red,US,"Bonterra continues to make great wines at affordable prices, all from organically grown grapes. With blueberry pie and clove predominating, the wine is tannic, super-structured, with a spicy finish. A good deal for sure.",,16,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2009 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2009-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Bonterra 14.6,Red,US,"Interesting that they call it Shiraz instead of Syrah. Either way, it's a very dry, tannic and fairly complex wine, rich in blackberry, currant, tobacco and pepper flavors. Drink this robust, astringent young wine now with roasted meats and stews.",,38,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Wattle Creek 2009 Shiraz (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Shiraz,2009,Wattle Creek 12,White,US,"Tangerine skins, fresh pears and a hint of petrol combine into an invigorating perfume on this fascinating Riesling. While initially soft with white peach and floral notes, the palate turns zippy and fresh with a slate- and chalk- laced minerality and a clean, lemony finish.",Dry,15,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Chateau Lafayette Reneau ,Red,France,"Rounded and ripe, this is delicious, soft Gamay. It has the concentration of the vintage, giving red cherry spice and juicy fruit to go with the acidity. An enjoyable wine already, although still with some potential.",,20,88,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Château de la Terrière 2009 Brouilly,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-terriere-2009-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2009,Château de la Terrière 14.1,Red,US,"This 77% Petite Sirah has 23% Syrah blended into it, the result entirely satisfying with a rich full nose of dark berries and chocolate and spicy plum, the tannins a touch dusty in taste. This wine would be delicious with a meaty pizza or lasagna layered with meat and cheese.",Estate,30,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),C.G. di Arie 2008 Estate Petite Sirah (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cg-arie-2008-estate-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Petite Sirah,2008,C.G. di Arie 14.5,White,France,"Toasty and nutty, with oak embellishments dominating the peach and apricot fruit. Drink this full-bodied, corpulent white over the next year or two.",Domaine de Terre Ferme,80,88,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2009 Domaine de Terre Ferme White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2009-domaine-terre-ferme-white-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 12.5,White,France,"Creamy and custardy in texture, with modest pineapple fruit underlined by hints of smoky oak. Drink it over the next couple of years; this doesn't appear to have the intensity to age for longer than that.",Domaine Mule Blanche,40,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2008 Domaine Mule Blanche White (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2008-domaine-mule-blanche-white-crozes-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 13,White,Italy,"This quirky blend of Vermentino, Fiano, Verdicchio, Petit Manseng and Manzoni opens with a luminous golden color and integrated aromas of exotic fruit, vanilla and stone fruit. There's a touch of bitterness on the close but the intensity and persistency are impressive. Private Reserve.",,26,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Podere Guado al Melo 2008 White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-guado-al-melo-2008-white-toscana/,White Blend,2008,Podere Guado al Melo 13.5,Sparkling,US,"A little scoury around the edges and sweet, but otherwise a fine bubbly. Dry and tart, it shows rich Meyer lemon, lime, strawberry, vanilla and yeast flavors.",Brut,20,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Piper Sonoma NV Brut Sparkling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-sonoma-nv-brut-sparkling-sonoma-county-135304/,Sparkling Blend,,Piper Sonoma 12.5,Red,Spain,"Warm, earthy and integrated on the nose, with lightly baked berry fruit aromas and a touch of tree bark. The palate is medium in weight and intensity, and thus it reads as elegant, with good acidity and rooty flavors of earthy fruit and oak. A fresh wine that shows the lighter side of Tempranillo.",Clos de Torribas Crianza,12,88,Catalonia,Penedès,,Pinord 2006 Clos de Torribas Crianza Tempranillo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinord-2006-clos-de-torribas-crianza-tempranillo-penedes/,Tempranillo,2006,Pinord ,Red,France,"A rich and spicy wine, its red fruits given a jammy feel by sweetness and ripeness. The acidity lies underneath this attractive surface, while tannins give the final structure.",Domaine de Boischampt,,88,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Pierre Dupond 2009 Domaine de Boischampt (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-dupond-2009-domaine-boischampt-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2009,Pierre Dupond 14.5,Red,Italy,"Bright, raw aromas of blueberry and fresh raspberry are followed by cola, leather and a touch of polished river stone. This is a youthful, food-friendly alternative from Tuscany.",,24,88,Tuscany,Monteregio di Massa Marittima,,Morisfarms 2007 Monteregio di Massa Marittima,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morisfarms-2007-red-monteregio-massa-marittima/,Red Blend,2007,Morisfarms 12.9,White,US,"Lots of lemon rind, lime rind and gin flavors mark this exceptionally spicy Gewürztraminer. It has a flurry of botanical notes, finishing quite tart and dry. A wine for acid heads.",,15,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2010 Gewürztraminer (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2010-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Montinore 14.5,Red,US,"This red blend of Syrah, Zinfandel, Grenache and Nebbiolo is such a screaming good deal anyone wanting to make the point that California wine can be affordable and incredibly well made should buy a case just to proselytize to friends. It's got bright raspberry, cherry and cranberry highlights as well as the meatiness one can appreciate in a fine Syrah. Well-integrated, smooth, clean and balanced, it's the whole package in an under $10 price.",,9,88,California,North Coast,North Coast,Novy 2009 Red (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2009-red-north-coast/,Red Blend,2009,Novy 14.3,Red,US,"Tastes young and acidic but weirdly ripe now, with jammy raspberry, cherry and cola flavors and a tart finish. The question is whether it will age. Unlikely, but you never know.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,58,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2009 Bacigalupi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2009-bacigalupi-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Arista 13.7,Red,US,"A nice Syrah for drinking now, at a good price. It's a bistro-style wine, crisp and lusty, with lots of spicy, berry-cherry flavors. Good as a house pour.",Under the Radar,13,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2009 Under the Radar Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2009-under-radar-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2009,Babcock 13.5,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese (50%) is enhanced by equal parts Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon to deliver a richly concentrated and plump wine with good structure, fresh acidity and loads of black cherry.",Mongrana,20,88,Tuscany,Maremma,,Agricola Querciabella 2008 Mongrana (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-querciabella-2008-mongrana-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2008,Agricola Querciabella 12.5,White,Austria,"There is weight here, and some extraction. The wine feels fleshy, full of juicy ripe green and white fruits. There is pepper, spice and the ripest of green plums. A definite food wine. Screwcap.",,,88,Niederösterreich,,,Graf Hardegg 2010 Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-hardegg-2010-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Graf Hardegg ,Red,Italy,"Here's a ripe, chewy expression of Vino Nobile that opens with aromas of black cherry, dark fruit and even a touch of strawberry. The jammy fruit element is supported by wood tones that add structure and depth without taking away from the overall picture.",,30,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Icario 2008 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/icario-2008-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2008,Icario 20,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Orange peel, aged dry cheese, rancio and sweaty aromas push an edgy sharpness onto the bouquet. The palate isn't shy or lacking in intensity, while the flavor profile deals nutty, toffee and dried citrus flavors. Evaporates on the finish, leaving heat and vapor.",Gobernador Oloroso Seco,24,88,Andalucia,Jerez,,Hidalgo NV Gobernador Oloroso Seco Palomino (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidalgo-nv-gobernador-oloroso-seco-palomino-jerez-121316/,Palomino,,Hidalgo 13,Red,US,"Heron's best Pinot ever, and look at that price. The wine is bone dry, crisply acidic and elegant, with silky layers of bitter cherryskin, tobacco and cola. A lovely Pinot at a great price.",,16,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Heron 2010 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2010-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Heron 13,White,France,"Seems already mature, with truffle and mushroom notes creeping in among the apricot and orange marmalade fruit. Soft and lush, with just enough tannin and spice in support for near-term drinking.",,55,88,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,Les Vins de Vienne 2008 Condrieu,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-vienne-2008-viognier-condrieu/,Viognier,2008,Les Vins de Vienne 12,White,Austria,"On the pepper side of Grüner Veltliner, this rich, smooth wine combines a lightness of touch with intense lemon zest, orange and lychee flavors. It's young at the moment and needs another 1–2 years. Screwcap.",Kremser Weinberge,20,88,Kremstal,,,Türk 2010 Kremser Weinberge Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turk-2010-kremser-weinberge-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Türk 13.5,Red,Italy,"From the excellent 2007 vintage, this edition of Pietracupa shows dried fruit, cassis, apple skin and loads of leather and tobacco. The long intensity on the finish is also very nice.",Pietracupa,25,88,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta Moraia 2007 Pietracupa (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-moraia-2007-pietracupa-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta Moraia 12.5,White,Austria,"The 12th century Klosterneuburg monastery is home to the main Austrian wine school. No wonder that its own wines have exemplary grades. This vineyard-designated wine has some richness, a ripe and full character with pear and sweet currant flavors. Glass stopper.",Hengsberg,18,88,Niederösterreich,,,Stift Klosterneuburg 2010 Hengsberg Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-klosterneuburg-2010-hengsberg-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Stift Klosterneuburg 14,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and candied at first, with carob and vanilla aromas. The palate toughens up, and while the feel is creamy and warm, the flavors of berry fruit, chocolate and leather are clean and deep. Finishes well, with firm but manageable tannins and lasting fruity sweetness.",,17,88,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Ricominciare 2009 Malbec-Tannat (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricominciare-2009-red-blend-malbec-tannat-uco-valley/,Malbec-Tannat,2009,Ricominciare 14.7,Red,US,"Young and forward, with a core of pretty sour cherry fruit, wrapped in a shell of earth and tannin. Not yet knit together, but proportionate, with good components.",Lewisburg,40,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Spindrift Cellars 2009 Lewisburg Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spindrift-cellars-2009-lewisburg-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Spindrift Cellars 14,Red,US,"With just a bit more concentration than the regular 2008 bottling from Sno Road, this carries the same cranberry/raspberry/cherry flavors, with a touch of sweetness behind sharp acidity. There is no trace of new oak barrels, which might add a welcome flash to the finish.",Reserve,53,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Sno Road 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sno-road-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sno Road 14,Red,Spain,"Opens with ripe berry, mineral and plum aromas. The palate is firm, shows good structure and is anything but short with the acids. Thus it's bright and crackles on the palate, with raspberry, plum, spice and chocolate flavors. Long on the finish. 70% Merlot with 20% Cab Sauvignon and 10% Tempranillo.",Barón de Magaña,20,88,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Viña Magaña 2005 Barón de Magaña Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-magana-2005-baron-red-navarra/,Red Blend,2005,Viña Magaña 8.8,Dessert,US,"Low alcohol and medium-sweet sugar levels belie what is a more sophisticated wine than the usual tasting room Riesling. Here is real depth and complexity, that walks the line with sweet citrus, sugary peach and finishing notes of black tea.",Late Harvest,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 2009 Late Harvest Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2009-late-harvest-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2009,Elk Cove 7,Sparkling,US,"A delightful wine, done in a sparkling Moscato style, but with Riesling grapes. It's delicious, low alcohol and moderately sweet—perfect for today's consumer. Just the right amount of fizz, and a pleasing orange character.",Sext,24,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Chehalem 2010 Sext Riesling (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2010-sext-riesling-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Riesling,2010,Chehalem 13.5,Red,US,"The Livermore Valley master of Petite Sirah outpaces much of its competition with Conservancy, a wine that honors land conservancy and is priced fairly. Well-made and very balanced for a larger production endeavor, this Petite opens with a nose of pepper and mocha, stewed berry and plum and develops into a full body that's lush and oaky but also shows plenty of minerality.",Conservancy,15,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2008 Conservancy Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2008-conservancy-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Concannon ,Red,France,"There are certainly plenty of tannins here, but they are balanced by rich fruit, strawberry juice flavors and freshness. Structured ripeness is the hallmark here.",Domaine Rolland,20,88,Beaujolais,Côte de Brouilly,,Ferraud et Fils 2010 Domaine Rolland (Côte de Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraud-fils-2010-domaine-rolland-gamay-cote-brouilly/,Gamay,2010,Ferraud et Fils 14,Red,Italy,Sangiovese (60%) and equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot deliver soft tones of cherry and blackberry with white almond and toasted hazelnut on the close.,,,88,Tuscany,Pomino,,Fattoria di Petrognano 2007 Red (Pomino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-petrognano-2007-red-pomino/,Red Blend,2007,Fattoria di Petrognano 14.5,White,US,"Tastes like a white Rhône blend, with tangerine, white peach, nectarine and mineral flavors, but surprise, it's Chardonnay. Crisp acidity provides balance, and the finish is clean and elegant. Great price for a full-bodied white wine this rich.",,12,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Fat Monk 2009 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fat-monk-2009-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Fat Monk 15.5,White,US,"Sauvignon Gris is not a grape variety officially listed by state authorities, but it is basically a tropically exotic Sauvignon Blanc. This wine is dryish, with flavors of oranges, limes and honey. Crisp acidity balances it.",Estate Bottled,40,88,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2009 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Gris (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2009-estate-bottled-other-white-sauvignon-gris-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Sauvignon Gris,2009,Chalk Hill ,Red,France,"The showpiece château and estate owned by Mommessin has produced a rich, characterful wine, the fruits balanced by acidity. The structure of the year does show through, but always there is the juicy fruit.",Château Pierreux,13,88,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Mommessin 2010 Château Pierreux (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2010-chateau-pierreux-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2010,Mommessin 14.2,Red,US,"A very nice Zin with plenty of varietal flavor, though it finishes thin and quick. But it's lovely at first in wild raspberries and cherries, with lots of brown sugar and dusty baking spices.",Four Acre Zin,34,88,California,Napa,Calistoga,Summers 2008 Four Acre Zin Zinfandel (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2008-four-acre-zin-zinfandel-napa-calistoga/,Zinfandel,2008,Summers 14.2,White,US,"What a nice Sauvignon Blanc. It's refreshingly dry and crisp in acidity, with a mouthwatering tartness. Yet it's abundant in lemon, lime, green apple and pear flavors. A perfect wine to start the evening as a cocktail, with tapas appetizers.",,20,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Martin Ray 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Martin Ray 14,Red,Spain,"Sweet and young on the bouquet, with fresh and easy plum and blueberry aromas. The palate is chunky but clean, with bright, candied berry flavors and a touch of dark molasses on the sweet finish. Not bashful; juicy, bright and flavorful.",Joven,13,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Martín Berdugo 2009 Joven (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-berdugo-2009-joven-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Martín Berdugo ,Red,Italy,"Vino Nobile can sometimes take on a delicate, feminine expression, and this ruby-colored wine does just that. The nose is redolent of bright cherry and forest fruit and the wine shows good structure and persistency with ripe fruit flavors on the close.",,,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Lunadoro 2008 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lunadoro-2008-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2008,Lunadoro 13,White,Spain,"Waxy white fruit aromas of peach and apple are a touch baked, with vanilla peeking through. The palate is smooth and offers good mouthfeel, while the flavors of lemon, apple and hay are good and finish buttery and creamy. Made by Finca Allende; 70% Viura and 30% Malvasia.",Fermentado en Barrica Blanco,15,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Nueva 2009 Fermentado en Barrica Blanco White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-nueva-2009-fermentado-en-barrica-blanco-white-rioja/,White Blend,2009,Finca Nueva 14.1,Red,US,"A spicy, bold, fruit-powered take on Pinot Noir. William Hill is the proprietor. The wine comes across as sort of a California-Oregon hybrid, mixing the slightly herbal, moderately tannic Oregon grapes with a fruit-forward, cranberry core.",,36,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Expression 44° 2009 Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/expression-44-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Expression 44° 12.5,White,Austria,"Full-bodied wine, with rich, succulent green fruits, laced with pepper and a balance of acidity. It's pure apples and lemons, with a texture of fruit skins. It could even age for a few months. Screwcap.",Pfaffenhözel,14,88,Weinviertel,,,Pleil 2010 Pfaffenhözel Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pleil-2010-pfaffenhozel-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Pleil 12.5,Red,US,"Accents of vanilla, fresh mint and graham cracker crumbs add a touch of complexity to the ripe black plum and cherry flavors on Comtesse Thérèse's Aquebogue Estate. Elegantly structured with a brisk, lean acidity and soft, powdery tannins.",Aquebogue Estate,25,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2007 Aquebogue Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2007-aquebogue-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Comtesse Thérèse 13.8,Red,US,"A rustic but flavorful Pinot Noir from Southern Oregon. Plenty of stem and earth flavors, along with pie cherry fruit, and a wide wash of chocolate from the barrels. It's all rendered in broad, flavorful strokes.",Susan's Vineyard,20,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,J. Scott Cellars 2009 Susan's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-scott-cellars-2009-susans-vineyard-pinot-noir-southern/,Pinot Noir,2009,J. Scott Cellars 13.7,White,US,"Bright and spicy, with a clean start and a pineapple heart. This runs from citrus right on through tropical fruit flavors, with a steely core that suggests it was done in stainless, with no malolactic. Solid and refreshing.",,20,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2009 Chardonnay (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2009-chardonnay-southern-rogue-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Del Rio 14,Red,Spain,"Charred and rubbery smelling, but with earth, mocha, coffee and black fruit on the full and lusty nose. The palate is round and offers mocha-infused flavors of berry and black plum. The finish follows suit; it's creamy and oaky, but sweet and ripe. 300 cases made; drink now through 2013.",,25,88,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Dehesa de Luna 2008 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dehesa-luna-2008-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2008,Dehesa de Luna 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a pretty Chianti Rufina with loads of ripe fruit, such as blackberry and cassis, woven together by subtle mineral shadings and a delicate herbal touch. This wine shows a nice level of complexity with tobacco and espresso overtones on the close",,,88,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Villa Travignoli 2009 Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-travignoli-2009-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2009,Villa Travignoli 14.8,Red,US,"A Côtes-du-Rhône style wine. Bring on the lamb, roasted potatoes and rosemary. It's dryish and soft, with rich flavors of raspberries, cherries, spices and Provençal herbs. The blend is Grenache, Mouvèdre and Syrah.",Cuvée Constantine,40,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Demetria 2008 Cuvée Constantine Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2008-cuvee-constantine-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Demetria 13.5,Red,France,"Solidly built and slightly chewy, this pleasant blend of cherries, chocolate and peppery spice can be consumed anytime between now and 2018. The actual blend is 65% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 5% Mourvèdre.",Roc-Epine,17,88,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine Lafond 2008 Roc-Epine Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lafond-2008-roc-epine-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine Lafond 13.5,White,US,"The vineyard sourcing here is half Le Bon Climat and half Bien Nacido. It's a fleshy, flashy Chardonnay, big and opulent, if a little obvious in crowd appeal. Shows rich, flamboyant pineapple, honey, vanilla, crème brûlée and buttered toast flavors.",Renewel Nuits-Blanches au Barge,35,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Au Bon Climat 2008 Renewel Nuits-Blanches au Barge Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2008-renewel-nuits-blanches-barge-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Au Bon Climat 14.7,Red,US,"Lot of sweet, savory fruit flavors in this wine, which comes from the cooler southern part of Sonoma Valley, on the road to Carneros. It floods the mouth with tart flavors of raspberries, cherries, spices and smoky sandalwood. Drink now.",Durell Vineyard,45,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Armida 2009 Durell Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2009-durell-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Armida 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of rich, ripe, candied flavors of raspberries, cherries, gingersnap cookies and spice flavors in this soft, feminine wine. Drink soon before it loses its fresh, sweet fruit.",Castelli-Knight Ranch,39,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Armida 2009 Castelli-Knight Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2009-castelli-knight-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Armida 13.9,White,US,"A beautiful wine, sharp and clean in acidity and savory, with ripe lemon, lime, pineapple and grapefruit citrus flavors. Finishes dry and honeyed, a paradox.",,15,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Angeline 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Angeline 14.9,Red,US,"Not showing much pleasure now, it's so tannicly astringent and shut down. Almost rustic, with a heart of blackberries and currants, and bone dry. The tannins are augmented by oak. It takes imagination to conceive of this Cabernet aging, but it probably will.",Pritchard Hill,135,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 2008 Pritchard Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-2008-pritchard-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Chappellet 14.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with rich aromas of brandied cherry, kirsch and smoked meats. The palate is big but fresh, with slightly grating tannins and tightness. Flavors of roasted plum and berry maintain freshness, while the finish is deep and satisfying.",Berola,14,88,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2008 Berola Red (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2008-berola-red-campo-borja/,Red Blend,2008,Borsao 13,Red,Italy,"Lightly toasted oak renderings give Vigneti di Campomaggio a smokey, sophisticated feel with cherry and berry fruit in the background. Lasting renderings of blueberry and dried cassis keep the wine genuine and straightforward.",Vigneti di Campomaggio,20,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Campomaggio 2006 Vigneti di Campomaggio Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campomaggio-2006-vigneti-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Campomaggio 13.5,Red,Spain,"Big, dark and bold, with smoky aromas of bacon and blackberry. The palate is firm and tannic, with wild berry flavors and weight that transitions into herbs, spice and licorice on the finish. A big wine that rounds together well.",Crianza,11,88,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Gladium 2008 Crianza Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gladium-2008-crianza-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2008,Gladium 12.5,White,Austria,"Tight citrus and apple fruits give a distinct texture to this single-vineyard wine. It has young acidity that will soften in a few months, layered with grapefruit and green apples. Screwcap.",Von den Rieden,23,88,Niederösterreich,,,H. & M. Hofer 2010 Von den Rieden Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-m-hofer-2010-von-den-rieden-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,H. & M. Hofer 12.5,White,Austria,"An apple-oriented wine, with a concentrated extra core. There is an earthy edge here, packed with acidity, offering some classic Grüner spice, while keeping the wine rich. Screwcap.",Hermanschachtern,,88,Weinviertel,,,Ebner-Ebenauer 2010 Hermanschachtern Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ebner-ebenauer-2010-hermanschachtern-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Ebner-Ebenauer ,Red,France,"Rounded and rich wine, its acidity pushing through firm tannins and lively red fruits. There are both freshness and structure here, with final juiciness.",Sélection,16,88,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Sélection (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-selection-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf ,Red,France,"From a selection of parcels, this cuvée is, for the vintage, concentrated and rich. Firm and tough tannins do show, although the dominant character is sweet fruit.",Cuvée Confidentielle,25,88,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Henry Fessy 2010 Cuvée Confidentielle (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2010-cuvee-confidentielle-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2010,Henry Fessy 13,White,Spain,"Shows stalky hay on the nose along with apple and lemon drop. The palate is crisp, focused and elegant, with driving acidity and bright flavors of apple, lemon and nectarine. As a barrel fermented wine, it's lightly woody as it finishes long and strong. 90% Viura with Malvasia.",Blanco,16,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2010 Blanco White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2010-blanco-white-rioja/,White Blend,2010,Muga 14,Red,Italy,"A bit rustic and loaded with tertiary aromas of dried fruit and spice, Julius is a wine that should be consumed sooner rather than later. It does exhibit careful balance and impressive intensity.",Julius,,88,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Ormanni 2004 Julius Red (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ormanni-2004-julius-red-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Red Blend,2004,Ormanni 14.4,Red,US,"A delightful bistro wine from a producer who's specialized in Rhône-style wines for decades. It's dry, with pleasant raspberry, strawberry, orange zest, vanilla and spice flavors, wrapped into the silky texture of a fine Pinot Noir.",Wine Creek Ranch,26,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2009 Wine Creek Ranch Grenache (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2009-wine-creek-ranch-grenache-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Grenache,2009,Quivira 14,Red,France,"Visan is a village that typically provides structured reds, and this is a solid example. It's a bit stern and tannic, but those elements are backed by warm, ripe fruit: black cherry, plum and chocolate notes. Drink now–2019.",,15,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan,,Domaine de la Bastide 2009 Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-de-bastide-2009-visan-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de la Bastide 13.8,Red,US,"Ripe and elaborate, offering rich, savory flavors of cherries and black raspberries, with an earthy note of mushrooms and barnyardy funk. A pleasantly complex young wine to drink now for its vibrant freshness.",Clonal Series Pommard,48,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2009 Clonal Series Pommard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2009-clonal-series-pommard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Carneros 13.5,White,US,"A bone-dry, acidic Sauvignon Blanc, just what the doctor ordered in a wine to get the evening started. The flavors of cold steel, lemons, limes and minerals are tart, almost sour, suggesting rich, savory tapas, like sausages, salted nuts, grilled veggies.",,15,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominican Oaks 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominican-oaks-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Dominican Oaks 12,White,Austria,"Perfumed, fruity wine, so fresh and elegant. It has a taut core, flavored with white currants and elderflower juice, very aromatic, never too rich. Screwcap.",Terrassen Federspiel,20,88,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2010 Terrassen Federspiel Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2010-terrassen-federspiel-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2010,Domäne Wachau 13.5,Red,Italy,"Libertà, or “freedom,” is a velvety blend of Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese with soft cherry and nutmeg followed by smooth, enduring tannins. This straight-shooting super Tuscan is great for grilled meat or sausage.",Libertà,24,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Collazzi 2009 Libertà Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collazzi-2009-liberta-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Collazzi 14.6,White,US,"Ryan Deovlet was winemaker at Stephen Ross, now doing his own thing with purchased grapes from this cool-climate vineyard, in sight of the Pacific. The wine is rather sweet, with a yeasty, leesy taste behind the tropical and citrus fruits.",Solomon Hills Vineyard,35,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Deovlet 2009 Solomon Hills Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deovlet-2009-solomon-hills-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Deovlet 12.5,Red,Italy,"Alle Viole has a large Sangiovese element that lends aromas of wild berry, violets, almond skin, wet earth and tobacco. The wine is compact and smooth, making it a perfect companion to risotto with wild porcini mushrooms.",Alle Viole,16,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Ceppaiano 2007 Alle Viole Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-ceppaiano-2007-alle-viole-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta di Ceppaiano 14.8,Red,US,"This wine—sold direct only through the winery —gets better with time, with stony, cherry and cardamom brightening up through the tannins as the wine has a chance to breathe. Big and full, V. Sattui gets its grapes from mostly Lake County, rounding it out with a smaller percentage of Napa Valley fruit, as well as a handful from Dry Creek. Very solid.",,26,88,California,North Coast,North Coast,V. Sattui 2008 Petite Sirah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2008-petite-sirah-north-coast/,Petite Sirah,2008,V. Sattui 14.5,White,US,"Brightened with crisp acidity, this Viognier shows pure, vibrant flavors of tropical fruits, green apples, peaches, honeysuckle flowers and white pepper. It's a clean, strong wine, lovely for an apèritif.",Edna Ranch,25,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2010 Edna Ranch Viognier (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2010-edna-ranch-viognier-central-coast-edna-valley/,Viognier,2010,Tolosa 13.5,White,US,"Nicely dry and acidic, giving a clean, scoury mouthfeel to this food-friendly wine. The flavors combine tart citrus fruits with vanilla, yeast, minerals and peppery spices. A crisp cocktail wine to start the meal.",,20,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Tessa Marie 2009 Vermentino (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tessa-marie-2009-italian-white-vermentino-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Vermentino,2009,Tessa Marie 13.5,White,Argentina,"Oily and tropical on the nose, with pungency and clarity. The palate is full, layered, plump and loaded with lychee, honeydew and green herb flavors. Provides good feel and just enough acidity to make for a long ending.",Reserva,15,88,Other,Salta,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2010 Reserva Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2010-reserva-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2010,Terrazas de Los Andes 11.8,White,US,"Dainty aromas of fresh apple and freesia are juxtaposed gorgeously against a striking tinge of petrol. While initially soft and honeyed, Sheldrake's Dry Riesling is remarkably lean with a steely minerality and focused, lime-inflected acidity.",Dry,15,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Sheldrake Point 14.5,Red,US,"A lovely Cabernet, soft and round and polished, and ready to drink now. Shows ripe flavors of sweet cherry pie filling, mocha, anise and smoky oak, wrapped into creamy, gentle tannins.",,34,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sebastiani 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Sebastiani 14.1,White,US,"Firm and full-bodied, with a mix of stone fruits and toasty, buttery oak. The balance is just right, with alcohol hovering just over 14%. The flavors fit nicely, a mix of wood and steel, malolactic butter and clean malic acids.",,18,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2010 Chardonnay (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-vineyards-2010-chardonnay-southern-umpqua-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Melrose 13.5,Red,Italy,"Well-priced and approachable, Badiola (a blend of Sangiovese and Merlot) is an easy, no-fuss red blend that would pair beautifully with pasta or easy beef dishes. Red fruit and a touch of sassy spice appear on the close.",Badiola,15,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Mazzei 2008 Badiola Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2008-badiola-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Mazzei 14,Red,Spain,"Meaty and full Tempranillo with olive, lemon peel and smoky aromas that accent robust berry fruit scents. The palate is saturated and jammy, with a baked softness that balances firm tannic grip. Flavors of blackberry come with a roasted bitterness before dark chocolate rises up on the finish.",Venta la Ossa,20,88,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Mano A Mano 2008 Venta la Ossa Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mano-a-mano-2008-venta-ossa-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2008,Mano A Mano 14.5,Red,US,"Though color is no indication of ultimate quality, or even ageability, with Pinot Noir, this may set a world record for lightness in a reserve. The flavors mix strawberry, raspberry and chocolate in roughly equal proportions. Color aside, it has medium concentration and grip, and should drink well over the next five or six years.",Lia's Vineyard Jory Bench Reserve,30,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Longplay 2009 Lia's Vineyard Jory Bench Reserve Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longplay-2009-lias-vineyard-jory-bench-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Longplay 14.2,Red,US,"Lots of spices and upfront fruit here, offering waves of blackberries, black cherries, blueberries and cassis. Lots of tannin, too, giving the wine an astringent mouthfeel. Try cellaring for 3–4 years.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Summers 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Summers 14.4,Red,US,"Opening with strong aromas of baked bread, this lush Barbera has a ton of cherry and cranberry flavors at first, is full bodied and oaky. Once it opens a bit it turns into a glass of blueberry crumble, deliciously rich and a crowd pleaser for sure.",Pauli Ranch,38,88,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Muscardini 2009 Pauli Ranch Barbera (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2009-pauli-ranch-barbera-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Barbera,2009,Muscardini 15.5,Red,Italy,"Here's the first expression of Tempranillo we've seen from Tuscany. This groundbreaking wine offers a linear, elegant approach with polished mineral notes followed by forest berry and cassis.",Vigna alle Nicchie,66,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Pietro Beconcini 2005 Vigna alle Nicchie Tempranillo (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-beconcini-2005-vigna-alle-nicchie-tempranillo-toscana/,Tempranillo,2005,Pietro Beconcini 14,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese is enhanced by 20% Merlot to produce a thick, berry-driven wine with lush softness at the back. Dried earth, cassis, leather and oak spice are some of the aromas you will pick up.",La Sughera,,88,Tuscany,San Gimignano,,Pietrafitta 2005 La Sughera Red (San Gimignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietrafitta-2005-sughera-red-san-gimignano/,Red Blend,2005,Pietrafitta 14,Red,France,"The antithesis of many 2007 Châteauneufs, the 2007 Les Sinards surprises for its fruity immediacy. Its cherry and raspberry fruit is fresh and bouncy, making it a cheerful, fruit-forward wine for drinking over the next few years.",Les Sinards,45,88,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Perrin & Fils 2007 Les Sinards Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2007-sinards-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Perrin & Fils 15.1,Red,US,"High in alcohol, in the manner of a ripe Zin, but the wine wears it well. It's full-bodied and softly tannic, showing elaborate wild berry, cherry, licorice, currant, salty bacon and pepper spice flavors.",Rancho Bella Vineyard,28,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ottimino Vineyards 2007 Rancho Bella Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ottimino-2007-rancho-bella-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Ottimino Vineyards 13,Red,Argentina,"Toasty and smooth on the bouquet, with full berry aromas and plenty of oaky, hefty weight. The palate on this Malbec-Bonarda-Syrah trio is bright and healthy, with juicy acidity, good tannins and generous red berry and plum flavors. Finishes flavorful and long.",Amado Sur,15,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trivento 2009 Amado Sur Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2009-amado-sur-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2009,Trivento 15.4,Red,US,"Soft, rich and spicy, with loads of cherries and cranberries, sweetened with a touch of oak. It's a nicely balanced blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Syrah and Carignane.",Synthesis,22,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Triune 2008 Synthesis Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/triune-2008-synthesis-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Triune 14.1,Red,US,"Rich, thick and oaky, with massive blackberry, cassis, blueberry, chocolate and oak flavors, this Malbec is obviously built along Argentine models. It's soft and somewhat direct, but a flattering wine that will pair well with a smoky, spicy grilled steak.",Margarita Vineyard,35,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2008 Margarita Vineyard Malbec (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2008-margarita-vineyard-malbec-central-coast-paso-robles/,Malbec,2008,Ancient Peaks 15,Red,US,"A lovely Cabernet, dry and classy, with rich flavors of blackberries, cherries, currants, herbs and oak, housed into firm tannins. Good as it is, it disappoints at this price. Hall is making at least seven different Cabernet Sauvignons. Are they spreading themselves too thin?",Bergfeld,100,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2007 Bergfeld Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2007-bergfeld-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hall 14,White,France,"It's unusual to find a Côtes du Rhône that's 100% Roussanne, but this is a tasty white that might even have 3–5 years of longevity. It starts off with scents of wet stones and underripe pineapple, then adds melon and hints of ripe peach on the palate, where it shows a plump, round mouthfeel and a warm, lingering finish.",Roussanne,18,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château du Trignon 2009 Roussanne Roussanne (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trignon-2009-roussanne-cotes/,Roussanne,2009,Château du Trignon 13,Red,US,"Shades of graphite and forest floor add subtle nuance to the layers of blackbery fruit on this concentrated, elegant Meritage. Rich in flavor yet lean in profile with a bright, clean acidity, it finishes on a graham cracker and chocolate note.",,27,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Damiani 2008 Meritage (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damiani-2008-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-finger-lakes/,Meritage,2008,Damiani 13.6,Red,US,"Extraordinarily ripe and fruity, like an explosion in a jam factory. Masses of raspberries and cherries, spiced like a punch, and brightened with crisp acidity. Drink now for freshness.",Le Bon Climat Vineyard,45,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Chanin 2009 Le Bon Climat Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanin-2009-le-bon-climat-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Chanin ,White,US,"Lots of acidity behind the the 5.4% residual sugar—a highwire balancing act. There is a fascinating tension between the acid and the sugar, filling the mouth with sweet/sour fruity and slightly grainy sugars.",Sweet P,22,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Brooks 2010 Sweet P Riesling (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brooks-2010-sweet-p-riesling-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Riesling,2010,Brooks 13.5,Red,Italy,"The Cabernet Sauvignon component (70%) really comes through here as spicy, green notes of rosemary and curry leaf. But the 30% Merlot adds soft lushness and sweet cherry.",Argante,28,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Casali di Bibbiano 2006 Argante Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casali-bibbiano-2006-argante-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Casali di Bibbiano 14,Red,Italy,"From an older vintage, this edition of Libatio shows some tertiary aromas of licorice and mineral backed by chocolate fudge and dusty hazelnut. Drink now.",Libatio,,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Sant Agnese dei F.lli Gigli 2004 Libatio Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sant-agnese-flli-gigli-2004-libatio-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2004,Sant Agnese dei F.lli Gigli 14,Red,Spain,"Nice on the nose, with layers of blackberry, earth, lemon peel and herbs. The palate is grabby and clacky but healthy, with forward black cherry and blackberry fruit flavors. Finishes full and long, with coffee and toast notes. A generous wine to drink now through 2015.",Elite,29,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2006 Elite (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2006-elite-tempranillo-tinta-fina-ribera-duero/,Tinta Fina,2006,Pradorey ,Red,Italy,"Here's a bigger, concentrated expression of Vino Nobile that delivers ripe fruit aromas of blackberry jam and spicy fruit. There's a touch of ripe strawberry at the back and although the fruit does taste mature here, you'll enjoy the softness and richness of the mouthfeel.",,,89,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Tenuta di Poggio Uliveto 2008 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-poggio-uliveto-2008-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2008,Tenuta di Poggio Uliveto 13.9,Red,US,"A shade off from the past few vintages, but still a nice Pinot Noir. Showing crisp acidity and some firm tannins, it's sweet and forward in black raspberry, cherry, cola and spice flavors. Drink over the next 2–3 years.",Dutton Ranch,45,89,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Sequana 2009 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequana-2009-dutton-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Sequana 14.35,Red,US,"A big-boy Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant blend (50% Cab Sauv, 40% Merlot, 10% Zinfandel) from the South Coast of California, offering up tones of cranberry, cassis and even a hint of eucalyptus, that's stemmy and tannic with room to mellow with age.",Heritage Blend,26,89,California,South Coast,Temecula Valley,Lorenzi Estate 2008 Heritage Blend Red (Temecula Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorenzi-estate-2008-heritage-blend-red-south-coast-temecula-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Lorenzi Estate 14,Red,France,"Leathery, earthy and spicy, with dried fruit flavors framed by soft tannins. This full-bodied offering from the new négociant venture between Nicolas Jaboulet and the Perrin family is reasonably complex and mouthwatering on the finish. Drink now–2020.",Ermitage,88,89,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Maison Nicolas Perrin 2007 Ermitage (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-nicolas-perrin-2007-ermitage-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Maison Nicolas Perrin 13.5,Red,France,"This joint venture between Nicolas Jaboulet and the Perrin family is turning out some good examples from the Northern Rhône, like this Côte Rôtie, which is plummy, yet at the same time loaded with savory notes of cured meat and smoke, even a hint of bacon fat. Silky tannins frame the finish. Drink now–2017.",,72,89,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Maison Nicolas Perrin 2007 Côte Rôtie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-nicolas-perrin-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,2007,Maison Nicolas Perrin 14,Red,France,"Chapoutier's Belleruche red succeeds admirably in 2009, marrying superripe black cherries with hints of chocolate and cedar in this mouthfilling, richly textured wine. Drink it over the next few years.",Belleruche Grenache-Syrah,13,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,M. Chapoutier 2009 Belleruche Grenache-Syrah Grenache-Syrah (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2009-belleruche-grenache-syrah-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-cotes/,Grenache-Syrah,2009,M. Chapoutier 13.1,White,US,"A pretty, fruity, forward Viognier, with appealing orange blossom, citrus and light tropical fruit. Nicely balanced, with just the right amount of acidity, a full midpalate and excellent concentration through the finish.",,18,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2010 Viognier (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-vineyards-2010-viognier-southern-umpqua-valley/,Viognier,2010,Melrose 18,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Cocoa and cinnamon appear on the nose, flavor profile and finish. There's also a fair amount of prune, fig and date fruits on this not-too-heavy sweet oloroso. Mixes syrupy qualities with higher-acid zestiness, and overall it's easy to enjoy and not overly complicated.",Solera 1847 Oloroso Dulce,20,89,Andalucia,Jerez,,González Byass NV Solera 1847 Oloroso Dulce Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonzalez-byass-nv-solera-1847-oloroso-dulce-sherry-jerez-130502/,Sherry,1847,González Byass 13,Red,France,"With some maturity, this has become a rounded wine with attractive soft tannins, freshly peeled plums and bitter cherry flavors. Everything is softening together, the acidity calm and balanced.",Réserve,35,89,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Domaine de Leyre-Loup 2008 Réserve (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leyre-loup-2008-reserve-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2008,Domaine de Leyre-Loup ,Red,France,"A wine that still has young and fresh fruit. It has attractive acidity, a core of tannins. The weight and ripe fruit flavors are hiding in the background, offering the potential for a wine that is solid and concentrated.",Domaine de la Vigne Romaine,17,89,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Domaine de la Vigne Romaine (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-domaine-vigne-romaine-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 13.5,White,US,"Twenty-five percent new oak shows in the aromas of buttered toast, butterscotch and caramel that superimpose over ripe notes of pineapple jam. Purists might object to all that oak, but others will go gaga.",Los Alamos Vineyard,25,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Au Bon Climat 2009 Los Alamos Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2009-los-alamos-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Au Bon Climat 13.9,Red,US,"One of the best Merlots for the price on the market today. So gentle and easy to like for the fresh berry, mocha and spice flavors, and the gentle scour of tannins.",Reserve,15,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Angeline 2009 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2009-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2009,Angeline 13.5,White,US,"Consistent with past vintages, this still-young wine has a yeasty nose, textural mouthfeel and light pear fruit flavors, gently dappled with cinnamon spice. There is just a hint of sweatiness in the finish.",The Orchards,16,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Left Coast Cellars 2009 The Orchards Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/left-coast-cellars-2009-orchards-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Left Coast Cellars 12.5,Red,France,"Tight and tannic, the wine reveals acidity, structure and red cherry juice flavors. There is a definite minerality here, giving the wine an austere feel. It needs a year or two to be at its best.",Grand Cras Vieilles Vignes,18,89,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Laurent Gauthier 2010 Grand Cras Vieilles Vignes (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-gauthier-2010-grand-cras-vieilles-vignes-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2010,Laurent Gauthier ,Red,France,"There is an austere character to this wine, tannins edged with minerality. It has weight as well as concentration and, as compensation, sweet cherry juice to go with all this structure.",,19,89,Beaujolais,Chiroubles,,Henry Fessy 2009 Chiroubles,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2009-gamay-chiroubles/,Gamay,2009,Henry Fessy 12.5,White,Austria,"Intensely fruity, combining a spicy edge with ripe apples and grapefruit. It is deliciously crisp, with some richness. The fruitiness goes through and through the wine. Screwcap.",,17,89,Weinviertel,,,Zull 2010 Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zull-2010-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Zull 15.4,Red,US,"Rich and unctuous, this Syrah flatters for sheer decadence. It's soft and fruity, offering waves of blackberry and cherry jam, mocha, bacon, black pepper and smoky cedar flavors, wrapped into firm but finely ground tannins. Finishes a bit hot in alcohol. Drink now.",Latitude Colson Canyon,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bernat 2008 Latitude Colson Canyon Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernat-2008-latitude-colson-canyon-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Bernat ,Red,France,"Hints of smoky bacon and wood are now giving this wine some maturity. It has firm tannins still, but also a rich texture, with some red berries still present.",Cuvée de la Lure,20,89,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Château de la Terrière 2008 Cuvée de la Lure (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-terriere-2008-cuvee-lure-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2008,Château de la Terrière 12,White,US,"A lot selection; achingly dry but not just simple lemon juice. There's good concentration and a mix of mineral, rind, light citrus flesh, with excellent length and a finishing hint of honeysuckle.",Ara,25,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Brooks 2009 Ara Riesling (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brooks-2009-ara-riesling-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Riesling,2009,Brooks 13.5,Red,France,"Powerfully rich wine, with jammy fruit flavors to go with its strawberry fruits. The wine is driven by its ripe fruit, the acidity coming through the sweetness to finish freshly and with some tannic, ageworthy structure.",Domaine de Chardignon,20,89,Beaujolais,Côte de Brouilly,,Paul Beaudet 2009 Domaine de Chardignon (Côte de Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-beaudet-2009-domaine-chardignon-gamay-cote-brouilly/,Gamay,2009,Paul Beaudet 14.9,Red,Spain,"You won't find many Best Buy Toro wines, so this is a good rare bird. Blackberry, raisin and crusty molasses aromas come with a floral note, while the palate is dark, toasty and loaded up with black fruit and fudge flavors. Finishes healthy and with good feel and wild berry flavors.",M.O. de Olivara Vendimia Seleccionada,14,89,Northern Spain,Toro,,Marqués de Olivara 2006 M.O. de Olivara Vendimia Seleccionada (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-olivara-2006-mo-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2006,Marqués de Olivara 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Ideal Spanish rosé in every way, from color to aromas to flavors to the price tag. The nose is inviting, with delicate, crisp fruit aromas. The feel is just right, propelled by bright acids. Tastes of raspberry and watermelon, while the finish is long and lightly spicy. What a quaffing rosado should be.",,9,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2010 Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2010-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2010,Marqués de Cáceres 13.5,Red,Italy,"This young Chianti Rufina opens with a generous, dark color and offers pretty aromas of mature berry, spice and soft chocolate or tobacco tones. There's a drying mineral note at the back that gives it backbone and dimension beyond what is a fresh, compact mouthfeel.",,,89,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Podere il Pozzo 2009 Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-il-pozzo-2009-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2009,Podere il Pozzo 13,White,Spain,"Green apple, melon and light vanilla aromas make this clean and approachable. The wine has body and cut, with plump, focused flavors of melon and dry green fruits. Persistent on the finish and very nice overall.",,17,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Nessa 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nessa-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Nessa 14.8,Red,US,"A hefty Zinfandel, full-bodied and front-loaded in raspberry, cherry and blackberry fruit, with delicious chocolate, anise liqueur and spice layers. It's very tannic, a wine to make your tongue stick to the gums. Tough now, but already throwing sediment crystals in the glass, and could develop in the bottle.",Poizin Reserve,80,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Armida 2009 Poizin Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2009-poizin-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Armida 12.2,Red,US,"Shows the exotic side of Viognier, with tangerine preserve, apricot, tobacco, white flower, golden currant and white pepper flavors that finish absolutely dry and crisp in acidity. Elegant and clean, an interesting wine to pair with a wide variety of ethnic foods.",Curtis Vineyard,18,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,a-non-ah-mus 2009 Curtis Vineyard Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-non-ah-mus-2009-curtis-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2009,a-non-ah-mus 15.3,Red,US,"Tons of sweet, ripe forest cherries, blackberries, raspberries, grilled mushroooms, smoked meat, mushu plum sauce, anise and pepper in this silky wine. Certainly delivers on flavor, although it could be more complex and better structured. Ready now.",La Cruz Vineyard,48,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Rochelle 2008 La Cruz Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochelle-2008-cruz-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,La Rochelle 12.5,White,Austria,"The wine walks a fine balance between taut acidity and riper red apple and green plum flavors. It has a distinct mineral edge, while offering a very concentrated pepper and spice finish. Screwcap.",Freiberg,,89,Niederösterreich,,,H. & M. Hofer 2010 Freiberg Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/h-m-hofer-2010-freiberg-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,H. & M. Hofer ,Red,France,"Ripe fruit with soft acidity chracterize this wine that has great concentration, jammy flavors, strawberry jelly and a generous plum skin texture.",,19,89,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Henry Fessy 2010 Juliénas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2010-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2010,Henry Fessy 14.8,Red,US,"There's an intriguing, earthy, dusty roughness underscoring the fruit in this blend of three different clones. Vidon is a tiny mom and pop operation, with a good feel for the dirt in their Chehalem Mountains AVA. Fragrant and well-evolved, with notes of barnyard, pie cherry, milk chocolate and coffee truffle.",3-Clones,40,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Vidon Vineyard 2008 3-Clones Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidon-vineyard-2008-3-clones-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Vidon Vineyard ,White,US,"This is off-dry, with residual sugar at 2.4%. A barrel selection, with ripe flavors of lush tree fruits and moderately sweet, candied citrus. It's well balanced against the acidity.",Ribbon Ridge Vineyard,24,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Trisaetum 2010 Ribbon Ridge Vineyard Riesling (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2010-ribbon-ridge-vineyard-riesling-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Riesling,2010,Trisaetum 14,Red,Argentina,"Very purple and saturated, with mushroom, shoe polish, black licorice and smoky, hard berry aromas and flavors. There's big time weight to this dark, roasted Malbec; that and a soft, smooth, coconutty finish. Loaded with flavor but a bit clumsy.",Broquel,15,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2009 Broquel Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2009-broquel-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Trapiche 13.1,White,US,"A wonderfully interesting Gewürz. Just when it makes you think it's sweet, it withdraws into utter dryness. Teases with tangerine, Asian pear and grapefruit flavors, but then the acids kick in, as well as a scour of tannins.",,18,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Thomas Fogarty 2009 Gewürztraminer (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2009-gewurztraminer-central-coast-monterey-county/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Thomas Fogarty 13.3,Red,Spain,"Earthy and a touch leafy, with brick, dried fruits, raisin and lightly roasted berry aromas. The palate is lean, tight and agile, with perky cherry, raspberry and light vanilla flavors. Finishes elegant, with herb and oak notes. Ready to drink.",Viticultura Ecológica,33,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Molino de Puelles 2004 Viticultura Ecológica (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-molino-puelles-2004-viticultura-ecologica-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,El Molino de Puelles 12.5,Red,Austria,"Full and ripe, classic Grüner. It has spice, with red apple and pear fruits and a rounded, just oily texture, giving zest with the taut acidity. Drink now, especially with food. Screwcap.",Ried Neuberg,17,89,Weinviertel,,,Dürnberg 2010 Ried Neuberg Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durnberg-2010-ried-neuberg-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Dürnberg 14.9,Red,US,"Mostly Syrah, with a splash of Viognier for lifted aromatics and acidity. The two varieties were co-fermented. The aroma grabs you right away, offering masses of blackberries, chocolate, crème de cassis and sandalwood notes. In the mouth, it's a little hot in alcohol, with a glycerine sweetness.",North Slope,35,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Demetria 2008 North Slope Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2008-north-slope-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Demetria 13.7,Red,US,"A very nicely composed blend of 52% Merlot, 32% Malbec and 16% Cabernet Sauvignon. It works well, and there is complexity also—a textural weaving of spice, herb, berry, rock and tannins. Good concentration and a hint of clove in the aftertaste.",,35,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2009 Claret (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2009-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-southern-rogue-valley/,Claret,2009,Del Rio 14,Red,US,"Dry and crisp in coastal acidity, this Pinot Noir shows the full-bodied sturdiness reflecting its appellation, in the foothills above the Salinas Valley. It's quite rich in berry, cherry, cola and spice flavors, with firm tannins. Give it a few months in the bottle to calm down.",,62,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,David Family 2007 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-family-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2007,David Family ,Red,France,"Producers love to play on Saint-Amour (in fact a Roman legionary), and this Sorcerer Cuvée is in a good tradition. The wine is soft, ripe, open and generous, with spice and juicy cherry and raspberry flavors. The tannins are in the background.",Cuvée Ensorceleuse,21,89,Beaujolais,Saint-Amour,,Ferraud et Fils 2009 Cuvée Ensorceleuse (Saint-Amour),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraud-fils-2009-cuvee-ensorceleuse-gamay-saint-amour/,Gamay,2009,Ferraud et Fils 12.5,White,Austria,"If you want to experience the pepper in Grüner Veltliner, this is the wine to drink. It has plenty of fruit as well—pear and white fruits, elderflower and light acidity. A great food wine.",Ausstich,24,89,Weinviertel,,,Setzer 2010 Ausstich Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/setzer-2010-ausstich-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Setzer 13,Red,France,"This venerable firm is going through substantial changes as the Frey family continues to update the viticulture and winemaking. This is a rather full-bodied Côte Rôtie, with plenty of dark, earthy and meaty notes edged with just a bit of peppery spice. Drink 2014–2020.",Les Jumelles,110,89,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2007 Les Jumelles (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2007-jumelles-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,2007,Paul Jaboulet Aîné ,Red,France,"Warm and ripe wine, very open with its red fruit acidity well integrated. There are tannins and a more dry character of course—this is a 2010 wine, but the main effect is of weight and some power.",Château des Capitans,19,89,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Château des Capitans (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-chateau-capitans-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf ,Red,France,"Tannins, acidity, black fruit, everything is in its right place in this wine. It has the structure of the vintage, with a series of dry, smoky bacon flavors, the weight apparent.",Belles Grives,15,89,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Belles Grives (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-belles-grives-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 14.9,White,US,"The winery has held this wine back for nearly three years, but it's still briskly acidic and clean. Grown in the Arroyo Seco appellation, it shows forward, bright flavors of tangerines, mangoes and Asian pears, with complexities from oak and lees aging.",,22,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Simeon 2008 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2008,San Simeon 13,Dessert,Spain,"Apricot and ripe peach aromas scream Moscatel, and there are soft tropical backing scents to boot. The palate has a basic, comfortable feel and nice but regular flavors of toffee, honey and peach. Balanced and solid, but not what you'd call otherwordly.",Selección Especial 1,18,89,Andalucia,Málaga,,Jorge Ordóñez & Co. 2007 Selección Especial 1 Moscatel (Málaga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jorge-ordonez-co-2007-seleccion-especial-1-muscat-moscatel-malaga/,Moscatel,2007,Jorge Ordóñez & Co. 15.1,Red,US,"Lots of flamboyant blackberry, cherry, raspberry, blueberry and plum fruit flavors in this wine. Almost too much of a good thing. So ripe and opulent, its other qualities, including wonderful tannin structure, seem overshadowed. Difficult to predict where it's going, but right now, it's an orchard in a bottle.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard,135,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Janzen 2008 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/janzen-2008-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Janzen 14,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese and Merlot make a great team and offer ripe berry tones with chewy spice and leather on the close. This is a clean, easy and generous super Tuscan expression.",Belcore,,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,I Giusti e Zanza 2008 Belcore Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-giusti-e-zanza-2008-belcore-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,I Giusti e Zanza ,White,US,"The Maresh Vineyard is one of the oldest sites in the region, and this wine is sourced from 40-year-old vines. One third was fermented in neutral oak; the rest in stainless. It is high-toned, with hints of paste in the nose, and an elevated palate. The fruit emphasizes orange, nectarine, tangerine and polished acidity.",Maresh Vineyard,21,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Daedalus 2009 Maresh Vineyard Riesling (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daedalus-2009-maresh-vineyard-riesling-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Riesling,2009,Daedalus 14,Red,France,"Full bodied without being heavy and fruit driven without being confected, this is a well-made Châteauneuf-du-Pape imported in sufficient quantities to make it reasonbly available (2,000 cases). Plum and licorice flavors finish dusty and long. Drink now–2015.",,33,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Vignobles La Coterie 2007 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-coterie-2007-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Vignobles La Coterie 14.8,Red,US,"Hans is not really a clone; it's a block in the vineyard. The clone is Pommard; the wine is deep, earthy, tannic and not afraid to show its wild, herbal, forest flavors. It's a classic Oregon style, a little bitter, but nicely sculpted and crisply defined.",Hans Clone Pommard,50,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Vidon Vineyard 2009 Hans Clone Pommard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidon-vineyard-2009-hans-clone-pommard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Vidon Vineyard 14,Rose,US,"This is one of the darker, fuller-bodied, richer rosés on the market. It almost has the weight of a red wine. Dry and zesty in acidity, it features powerful flavors of cherries, strawberries, cola and spices. A great wine for beef, pork and tuna. Don't drink it too cold.",Fort Ross Vineyard Rosé of,15,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fort Ross Winery 2010 Fort Ross Vineyard Rosé of Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fort-ross-2010-vineyard-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,Fort Ross Winery 14,Red,Spain,"Robust on the bouquet, with ample red berry fruit and vanilla. The palate has a deep, layered feel and flavors of plum, berry and peppery spice. A tight blend of Carignan, Garnacha and Syrah that's forward and wiry, with power in reserve. Drink now through 2015.",,32,89,Catalonia,Montsant,,Besllum 2008 Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/besllum-2008-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2008,Besllum 13,White,Austria,"Properly rich wine, full of spice, almost sweetness, with hints of honey as well as pepper, mango and fine tannins. A wine like this is meant to be aged, at least over the next 3–4 years. Screwcap.",Terrassen Smaragd,30,89,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2010 Terrassen Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2010-terrassen-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Domäne Wachau 13.9,Red,US,"This is a best of barrels selection, basically a Reserve, although with the 2009 vintage, the Grand Cuvée designation will disappear. The wine shows lots of rich, spicy cherry, licorice, cola and pomegranate flavors, wrapped into firm tannins. Should develop over the next 3–4 years.",Grand Cuvée Estate Grown,35,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2009 Grand Cuvée Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2009-grand-cuvee-estate-grown-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Babcock ,Red,Italy,"This hearty Vino Nobile opens with a dense garnet color and offers a full bouquet of dark fruit and oak-driven aromas of spice, leather and dried tobacco. There's a touch of sour cherry in the mouth and that characteristic Sangiovese acidity comes through nicely.",,34,89,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Boscarelli 2008 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boscarelli-2008-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2008,Boscarelli 14.9,Red,US,"Notshowing much generosity now, pinched by tough tannins that give it a scoury astringency. Deep inside is a molten core of cherries and cola, with complex earth, mushroom and mineral notes. Pretty soft, but dry and focused, and could age well. Try after 2014.",,55,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Aiken 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aiken-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2009,Aiken 14.3,Red,US,"Richly textured and full-bodied, a wine to drink now with fine steaks and chops. Almost sweet, it's opulent in cherry and raspberry jam flavors, with a decadent hint of chocolate. But it's fully dry.",Babcock Vineyard,35,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,a-non-ah-mus 2008 Babcock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-non-ah-mus-2008-babcock-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,a-non-ah-mus 14.5,White,US,"A steely, acidic wine, marked by minerals and a lick of metal. What fruit there is veers toward limes and peaches. Polished and sophisticated.",,26,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Chandon 2009 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chandon-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Chandon 13.5,Red,Spain,"Meaty and leathery opening aromas bring spice, herbs and a bit of everything. It's clacky and tannic on the palate, which shows good acidity and lightly herbal flavors of tomato, red berry and spice. Turns more herbal and oaky on the dry finish. Very nice and solid, but a bit herbal tasting.",Tebaida,50,89,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Casar de Burbia 2007 Tebaida Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casar-burbia-2007-tebaida-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2007,Casar de Burbia 14,Red,Italy,"Cabernet and Syrah from southern Tuscany produce aromas of ripe fruit, cola, soft cherry and prune. There's a spicy, earthy, leathery note as well with smooth tannins on the close.",,,89,Tuscany,Maremma,,Fortediga 2008 Maremma,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortediga-2008-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2008,Fortediga 13,White,France,"This prestige bottling displays intriguing aromas of musky, spiced flowers, then soft, melony fruit. It's full bodied and round in the mouth, ending with gentle spice and ripe pineapple flavors. Drink now–2015.",Terre d'Ivoire,31,88,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Cave de Tain 2009 Terre d'Ivoire (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2009-terre-divoire-marsanne-saint-joseph/,Marsanne,2009,Cave de Tain 13.8,White,US,"It's just two years old, but this Chardonnay already is losing fruit, turning nutty and herbal and dry. There still are traces of oranges and pineapples, but they won't last much longer. Drink up.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ghostwriter 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghostwriter-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2009,Ghostwriter 12.5,Rose,Spain,"Always a consistent rosé from Rioja. The nose is candied but fresh and nice, while the palate is full but standard, with plump melon, citrus and raspberry flavors. Finishes short but sturdy, with balance and good acidity.",Rosado,10,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2010 Rosado Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2010-rosado-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2010,El Coto 15,Red,Spain,"Rubbery and earthy on first take, with bacon and stewed berry aromas. The palate is fleshy but also astringent due to fierce tannins, while the flavor profile suggests baked berry, molasses and black pepper. Turns sweeter and more creamy and candied on the finish.",Reserva,25,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2006 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2006-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Pradorey 13.5,Red,Spain,"Rooty and baked on the nose, with sweet plum, raisin and grit. The palate is full and solid, with snappy plum and raspberry flavors. Turns richer and more raisiny on the finish, with a bold, roasted lasting flavor. Drink now through 2013.",Reserva,15,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ondarre 2005 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ondarre-2005-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Ondarre ,Red,Italy,"Easy, chewy, slightly bitter and plush, Centine is an everyday red wine that offers nostalgic hints of sunny Tuscany. Bold cherry flavors make it a good match to pizza and pasta.",Centine,11,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Banfi 2008 Centine Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2008-centine-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Banfi 13.5,Red,Italy,"A lean, crisp mouthfeel is followed by sour cherry and brambly notes of forest floor and wild herbs. These are the exact qualities that make this wine appropriate to pair with cheesy or creamy pasta dishes.",Fornace,35,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Selvapiana 2006 Fornace Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selvapiana-2006-fornace-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Selvapiana 14.5,Red,US,"This spicy Temp has a funky, bacony note to the berries and cherries. It's a little green and minty around the edges, with a burst of acidity. Drink now.",Cielo Grande Vineyard,22,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J.R. Storey 2008 Cielo Grande Vineyard Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jr-storey-2008-cielo-grande-vineyard-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2008,J.R. Storey 14.7,Red,US,"Super-extracted in fruit, with jammy cherry and blackberry flavors, this Cab's texture is a little aggressive. It's tannic and acidic, giving the wine a tough bite that even at the age of nearly five years is unlikely to age out.",Block 8,40,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Merriam 2006 Block 8 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2006-block-8-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Merriam 15.7,Red,US,"A heavy wine, meant to impress with sheer weight, but actually lacking some life. It's certainly ripe and dense in black currants and oak, but palls after a few sips, and finishes hot in alcohol. Might do something interesting down the road.",Furth,150,86,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2008 Furth Red (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2008-furth-red-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Red Blend,2008,Chalk Hill 14.3,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend based on Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine is soft and drinkable now. It's jammy, with raspberry, cherry, mint and spice flavors that finish a little sweet.",Cuvée des Trois Cepages,55,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,RN Estate 2008 Cuvée des Trois Cepages Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rn-estate-2008-cuvee-trois-cepages-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,RN Estate 16.5,Port/Sherry,Spain,"Pecan and brown sugar aromas float around a sharp core of citrus that's reflected on the palate via tangy, dry orange and apricot flavors. The mouthfeel smacks down hard with acidity; overall it combines heat, acid, nuttiness and tang.",Viña AB Amontillado Seco,20,86,Andalucia,Jerez,,González Byass NV Viña AB Amontillado Seco Palomino (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gonzalez-byass-nv-vina-ab-amontillado-seco-palomino-jerez-130501/,Palomino,,González Byass ,Red,France,"Tight and tannic with as much structure as fruit. The freshness comes from the acidity, although at the end strawberry juiciness shows through.",Haute Ronze,18,86,Beaujolais,Régnié,,Domaine Dupré 2010 Haute Ronze (Régnié),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dupre-2010-haute-ronze-gamay-regnie/,Gamay,2010,Domaine Dupré 13,White,Spain,"Aromas of hay and straw are a bit sweet and waxy, and then some melony fruit comes in. The palate is plump and melony, with light citrus, melon and green herb flavors. Ditto on the simple finish. Drink this year.",,14,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Pentio 2010 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pentio-2010-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Pentio 13,White,Spain,"Crisp and minerally on the nose, then salinic and zesty in the mouth, with higher than normal acidity. Tastes regular in that it shows green melon, tart apple and pithy citrus. Turns more pithy on the finish.",,17,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Mar de Viñas 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mar-vinas-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Mar de Viñas ,Red,France,"Very fresh and crisp, packed with ripe juicy cherries. There are tannins, but they are an afterthought compared to the bright fruit and acidity.",,16,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Ferraud et Fils 2010 Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraud-fils-2010-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2010,Ferraud et Fils ,White,France,"An attractive melon- and pear-flavored wine, with a hint of apricot. With warm acidity and a rounded texture, this is ready to drink.",,16,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais Blanc,,Henry Fessy 2010 Beaujolais Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2010-chardonnay-blanc/,Chardonnay,2010,Henry Fessy 12.5,White,US,"A nice Sauvignon Blanc for the price. It's basically dry, with honeysuckle, pineapple, lime, gooseberry and green apple flavors brightened by crisp acidity. Easy to drink at a good price.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2010-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 13.5,Red,Austria,"A typical spicy Zweigelt with red fruits and a light structure of tannins. The wine has weight, but more freshness and acidity.",Edition Chremisa Sandgrube 13,24,85,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2009 Edition Chremisa Sandgrube 13 Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2009-edition-chremisa-sandgrube-13-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2009,Winzer Krems 14.5,Red,US,"There is already a hint of tawniness to this wine (second bottle— first was TCA-infected) that suggests a short life ahead. It's charming at the moment, surprisingly far along the aging curve, but with pretty cherry fruit and some sandalwood in the tannins. Drink up.",Lia's Vineyard,24,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Longplay 2009 Lia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longplay-2009-lias-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Longplay 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of everything in this wine. Tannins, fruit, oak, acids, minerals, you name it. The result is very rich, but the astringent tannins overwhelm, and will never age out.",,30,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Opaque 2007 Petit Verdot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/opaque-2007-petit-verdot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petit Verdot,2007,Opaque 14.4,Red,US,"Austere at first, even flowery, this Grands Amis Petite Sirah soon becomes more tannic and rough, its time spent in American oak evident, though the finish reveals some pleasing blueberry. Open this one up and let it breathe and pair with meaty meat.","Elk Vineyard, Borden Ranch",25,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,"Grands Amis Winery 2006 Elk Vineyard, Borden Ranch Petite Sirah (Lodi)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grands-amis-winery-2006-elk-vineyard-borden-ranch-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2006,Grands Amis Winery 13,Red,US,"Heavy, soft and a little dull, but it feels lightly silky in the mouth, and is fully dry, offering good flavors of cherries, currants and herbs.",,14,85,California,California Other,California,Heron 2010 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2010-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2010,Heron 14.5,Red,US,"Deficient in acidity and tannins, this soft wine lacks needed structure. It feels melted and collapsed in the mouth, and a little hot. But it's very tasty in raspberries, cherries, milk chocolate and spices.",Pico Creek,30,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearst Ranch 2007 Pico Creek Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearst-ranch-2007-pico-creek-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2007,Hearst Ranch 12,White,US,"Refreshing on the nose and palate with vibrant notes of freshly cut grass, tart gooseberries and underripe melon, this unusual Finger Lakes Grüner has a squeaky clean, lemon-lime vitality that makes it an excellent seafood pairing.",,20,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2010 Grüner Veltliner (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2010-gruner-veltliner-finger-lakes/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Dr. Konstantin Frank 13.5,White,Argentina,"Smells a bit oily and heavy, with sweet tropical fruit aromas leading the charge. The palate is creamy and oily feeling, with honey, nutmeg, banana and melon flavors. Fleshy on the finish; best if taken well chilled.",,13,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2010 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2010-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Alamos 13.8,Red,US,"Sweet and savory are juxtaposed on this bold, full-bodied Red Blend. Plush, sweet black fruit and violet petals contrast the briney, soy sauce notes and big, chunky tannins that drive to a finish that ends just a tad hot.",47-Ten,13,85,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Canyon Wind 2009 47-Ten Red (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-wind-2009-47-ten-red-grand-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Canyon Wind 13.5,Red,Spain,"A little fiery and rubbery on the nose, but mostly you get driving red fruit notes. The palate is tight and minimal, with dry spice and strawberry/raspberry flavors. Fresh and acidic at the end, with crispness on the way out.",,10,85,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Bonal 2009 Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonal-2009-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,2009,Bonal 12,White,Spain,"A different breed in that it's semisweet and kind of sticky. The nose breathes odd spice and resiny aromas along with banana and cream. The palate is solid but soft, with mango, melon and sugary peach flavors. Has just enough spice to remain fresh.",Diamante Semi Sweet Malvasia-Viura,11,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Franco-Españolas 2010 Diamante Semi Sweet Malvasia-Viura White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-franco-espanolas-2010-diamante-semi-sweet-malvasia-viura-white-rioja/,White Blend,2010,Bodegas Franco-Españolas 13.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy blackberry aromas come with an herbal/leafy edge. The palate is clacky and tannic, but low on volume and stuffing. Tastes of hollow but dark berry fruits, with a hint of buttery oak. A good but average type of Tempranillo.",Spanish Sons,11,85,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Bodegas Fariña 2008 Spanish Sons Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2008-spanish-sons-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodegas Fariña 13.5,Red,Spain,"Berry and leather aromas are good and bring in some minerality. The palate is lean and high in acid, which should play well with food, especially salty ham or nuts. By itself it could come across tart, with red fruit dominating.",El Primavera,12,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Agrícola Labastida 2009 El Primavera (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-labastida-2009-el-primavera-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2009,Agrícola Labastida 14.5,White,US,"High, zesty acidity and orange citrus fruit flavors are the hallmarks of this dryish wine. It's a little rustic, but give it the right Vietnamese or Thai food, and it will rise to the occasion.",Antidote,24,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Armida 2010 Antidote Pinot Gris (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2010-antidote-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Armida 13,Red,Spain,"Opens with raisiny, gritty aromas along with vanilla and dill. The palate is forward and edgy, with some heat. Tastes of dry plum fruit, oak and vanilla, while the finish is dry and woody, with juicy acidity taking over.",Old Vines Crianza,13,85,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Bodegas Navarro López 2008 Old Vines Crianza Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2008-old-vines-crianza-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodegas Navarro López 14,Red,Spain,"Savory and herbal smelling with thyme and oregano along with smoke. The palate spreads itself thin, with acidity running the show. Tastes like a blend of generic berry and herbs before turning a little green on the finish, with a grassy aftertaste.",Vendimia Seleccionada,20,85,Northern Spain,Toro,,Viña Mayor 2007 Vendimia Seleccionada (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-2007-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2007,Viña Mayor 14.2,Red,US,"Rich and overtly sweet in raspberry and cherry pie filling, with a chocolate-butterscotch taste like candy. A big, lusty, opulent style of wine to drink now with barbecue.",,31,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Grizzly Republic 2007 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grizzly-republic-2007-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Grizzly Republic 14.4,Red,US,"A heavy, extracted Pinot Noir, with baked cherry and blackberry flavors and lots of new oak. Dry, but feels a little tired. Drink up.",Scintilla Vineyard,28,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gatos Locos 2007 Scintilla Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gatos-locos-2007-scintilla-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Gatos Locos 14.3,Red,US,"A heavy, extracted Pinot Noir, with baked cherry and blackberry flavors and lots of new oak. Feels a little tired. Drink up.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Gatos Locos 2007 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gatos-locos-2007-pinot-noir-santa-cruz-mountains-134664/,Pinot Noir,2007,Gatos Locos 15.3,Red,US,"Thick, heavy and soft, with ripe to overripe flavors of blackberry jam, raisins, spices and dark chocolate. Hot in high alcohol, too. Drink up.",Red Wine Cuvée,45,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nord Estate 2008 Red Wine Cuvée Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nord-estate-2008-red-wine-cuvee-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Nord Estate 14.5,Red,US,"Very dry, tannic and a little coarse. Shows flavors of blackberries, currants, herbs and oak. An easy wine with good varietal character to drink now.",Red Label,28,85,California,Napa,Napa County,Newton 2008 Red Label Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2008-red-label-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Newton 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Bright apple and lemon with a touch of freshly baked bread and biscuit make for a lovely bouquet on this méthode champenoise Blanc de Blancs. Full bodied with a thick, ebullient foam, it's balanced by a fresh acidity and touch of sweetness on the finish.",Chateau Frank Blanc de Blancs,30,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2006 Chateau Frank Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2006-chateau-blanc-blancs-sparkling-finger-lakes/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Dr. Konstantin Frank 14.3,Red,US,"This 2007 Cab Franc had trouble opening up, without much of the variety's trademark aromas, which caused the wine to seem bland, rich and soft from there.",Lewis Vineyard,38,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Cinnabar 2007 Lewis Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2007-lewis-vineyard-cabernet-franc-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Cinnabar 13,Red,Italy,"Earthy tones of clay soil and wild mushroom are rounded off by raspberry and forest berry. There's a wild, raw quality to this wine that makes it perfect for grilled or toasted finger foods.",Balenzi,,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Bellavista Toscana 2006 Balenzi Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-toscana-2006-balenzi-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Bellavista Toscana ,White,Austria,"Some of the best value in Austria comes in liter bottles of Grüner Veltliner like this. It is packed with fruity apple and grapefruit flavors crisp and bright, with only a hint of pepper.",,,85,Niederösterreich,,,Martinshof 2010 Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinshof-2010-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Martinshof 12.5,White,France,"This full-bodied, creamy-textured white comes across as a bit heavy, although it does display ample honey and pear flavors. Drink it over the next six months.",Les Abeilles,12,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2009 Les Abeilles White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2009-abeilles-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Jean-Luc Colombo 14.9,Red,US,"Dry and acidic, with the accent on acid. It's tart, almost sour in cherries, and really gets the mouth watering. The oak adds sweet, caramelized notes.",Fog's Reach,35,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2009 Fog's Reach Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2009-fogs-reach-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2009,J. Lohr 12.3,White,US,"Floral, soapy and rather flat in the mouth. This takes a number of the feminine characteristics of the grape—particularly its floral, perfumed, rose petal nature—and contrasts that with somewhat bitter skin flavors. A lot going on, but the pieces don't fit together.",Temperance Hill Vineyard,19,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lumos 2010 Temperance Hill Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lumos-2010-temperance-hill-vineyard-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Lumos 12.3,Red,US,"Sweet on the nose with aromas of sour cherry syrup and darkly toasted wood, this Pinot is soft and pleasant with an unabashedly fruity palate. Rich and concentrated, it balances ripe cherry and cranberry flavors with a backbone of acidity and oak.",,30,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 2007 Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-2007-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2007,Standing Stone 13.8,White,US,"Oaky and jammy, with pineapple and tangerine flavors in a creamy texture. Designed to appeal to the American sweet tooth for Chardonnay.",Simoneau Ranch,25,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Merriam 2009 Simoneau Ranch Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2009-simoneau-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Merriam 13.5,White,US,"A little feral in feline notes, almost like a whiff of ammonia, but saved by richer green grass, grapefruit, vanilla and spice flavors. It's still a very dry, acidic, lean wine, but has its place in the repertoire.",Edna Ranch,19,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2010 Edna Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2010-edna-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-edna-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Tolosa 14,Red,US,"A little tough and gritty, showing Petite Sirah's big-boned tannins, and also a burst of acidity. The blackberry fruit has earthy notes of tobacco and spices. Drink now.",,18,85,California,California Other,California,Main & Geary 2009 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/main-geary-2009-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2009,Main & Geary ,Red,France,"There are tannins here, with tight acidity and clean cherry fruits. The structure is balanced by this red fruit character. For drinking now.",,13,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Lucien Lardy 2010 Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-lardy-2010-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2010,Lucien Lardy 11,White,US,"Fragrant of lemons and lime with a spray of fresh apple blossoms, this single-vineyard Riesling made from 30-year-old vines is dry on the palate with pleasant apple and pear flavors. Brisk and clean with lingering citrus acidity.",Reserve,22,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lucas Vineyards 2009 Reserve Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-2009-reserve-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Lucas Vineyards 12.7,White,US,"Savory in style with an earthy, nut-skin aroma that wafts amidst sweet apple and tangerine notes, this off-dry wine doesn't boast a lot of typical Gewürztraminer characteristics, but it's a pleasant, easygoing treat for everyday.",Estate,17,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Rooster Hill 2009 Estate Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooster-hill-2009-estate-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Rooster Hill 14,White,US,"This could be Viognier-lite; it has citrus and orange peel in the nose and mouth, along with a sharpness that vacillates between diesel and pine needle. An unusual wine, penetrating and finishing with a yeasty, unbaked bread dough flavor.",Echo West Vineyard Dry Style,24,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Sno Road 2009 Echo West Vineyard Dry Style Muscat Canelli (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sno-road-2009-echo-west-vineyard-dry-style-muscat-canelli-other-columbia-valley-or/,Muscat Canelli,2009,Sno Road 14.3,Red,US,"This is a big, bold Cab, ripe with pulpy black fruit flavors marked with a rustic spray of dried herbs and bramble. The fruit verges a bit on the overripe, but it would be an excellent companion to steak or lamb.",,20,85,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Two Rivers 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-rivers-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-grand-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Two Rivers 13.5,Red,US,"Spicy and sharp, with mountain berries and slightly green, bitter tannins. Young and tight, this needs more time to knit itself together.",,25,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2008 Malbec (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2008-malbec-southern/,Malbec,2008,Abacela 13.4,Red,Argentina,"Young and fruity smelling up front, with a dusting of hard, dry spice. The palate is firm and juicy, with lightly medicinal red fruit flavors. Finishes with dryness, lots of spice and pepper.",,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argana 2010 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argana-2010-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2010,Argana 14.5,White,US,"Soft and simple, with oak-infused pineapple, pear and buttered toast flavors. A decent everyday Chard in the modern style.",,28,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Graton Ridge 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graton-ridge-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Graton Ridge 14.4,Red,US,"Feels light and silky in the mouth, like a Pinot Noir, with brisk acidity and red cherry and tobacco flavors. A bit brusque and rustic in texture, though. Drink now with spicy-tapas style dishes.",Chileano,30,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearst Ranch 2009 Chileano Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearst-ranch-2009-chileano-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2009,Hearst Ranch 12.5,White,US,"Here's a useful white wine for drinking as a cocktail, or with Asian fare or a nice roast chicken. It's crisp in acidity, with clean citrus, honey and vanilla flavors that finish just a little off-dry.",,11,85,California,California Other,California,Fat Cat 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fat-cat-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Fat Cat 13,White,US,"A useful white wine, comprised of Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc and several other varieties. It's crisp in acidity, and treads the line between dry and off-dry, with lots of peach, nectarine and honeysuckle flavors.",Adobe,14,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clayhouse 2010 Adobe White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2010-adobe-white-central-coast/,White Blend,2010,Clayhouse 13.5,Red,Spain,"A bit damp and mulchy on the nose, with rubber and meaty aromas. The palate feels sort of clacky and tough, while the flavors revolve around generic cherry and plum. Finishes full but hard, with chocolate and oaky, resiny notes.",Crianza,12,85,Northern Spain,Toro,,Caño 2006 Crianza (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cano-2006-crianza-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2006,Caño 12.5,Red,Italy,"A straight-shooting blend of Sangiovese and Syrah for picnics or weekends away with friends. The wine goes down easy, and offers fresh cherry and blueberry flavors along the way.",Cancelli,10,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Badia a Coltibuono 2009 Cancelli Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badia-a-coltibuono-2009-cancelli-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Badia a Coltibuono 14.9,White,US,"Lots of clean acidity and exotic tropical fruit flavors in this wine, which also shows buttery, toasty, vanilla influences from oak. It's a rich Grenache Blanc, with some less than ripe vegetal notes that detract.",Clarity,24,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bernat 2009 Clarity Grenache Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernat-2009-clarity-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache Blanc,2009,Bernat 13,White,Austria,"Chremisa is the Roman name for Krems. This wine is more modern in its clean, bright fruits. There are also minerality, orange peel and lemon and white peach flavors.",Edition Chremisa Sandgrube 13,24,86,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2010 Edition Chremisa Sandgrube 13 Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2010-edition-chremisa-sandgrube-13-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Winzer Krems 14.1,Red,US,"Modest but firm fruit flavors mix cranberry, salmonberry and even a bit of rhubarb, with very light tannins and a finish more herbal than fruity.",Croft Vineyards,26,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Spindrift Cellars 2009 Croft Vineyards Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spindrift-cellars-2009-croft-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Spindrift Cellars 13.5,Red,US,"A pretty Sangiovese, gentle and easy to drink now. With crisp acidity, it has flavors of sour cherry candy, tobacco, red licorice and peppery spices.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2008 Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2008-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,2008,Valley of the Moon 14.4,Red,US,"Pretty rough and tough for a Stags Leap Cab. Shows hard tannins and some overripe flavors, with a funky, sweaty note. Lots of ripe, crushed blackberries and cassis, but it doesn't seem like an ager, so drink up.",,34,86,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Roney 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roney-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Roney 13,Red,Italy,"This tight Sangiovese from one of Chianti Rufina's most historic estates offers a medley of fruit-based aromas wrapped around a solid core of red cherry and raspberry. It's a simple, polished wine that recalls some winery, foxy aromas.",,17,86,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Selvapiana 2009 Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selvapiana-2009-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2009,Selvapiana 14.5,Red,US,"This is a good, rather standard Pinot Noir. It's varietally correct in the dry, silky mouthfeel and flavors of cherries, cola and herbs, tinged with oak. Nothing to get excited about. Drink now.",,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Waxwing 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waxwing-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Waxwing 14.8,Red,US,"Big and tight and intense, a bottle for serious Petite Sirah lovers only. True Vine's wines are estate grown and aged for two years in American oak. Big and ageworthy. Marco Cappelli is the winemaker.",Estate,28,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,True Vine 2007 Estate Petite Sirah (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/true-vine-2007-estate-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Petite Sirah,2007,True Vine 12,White,Austria,"Fresh, totally dry, very fruity, this is a great quaffing white wine. Enjoy the flavors of white peach, citrus, bright and vivid acidity. Drink now. Screwcap.",Hugo,13,86,Niederösterreich,,,Markus Huber 2010 Hugo Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-huber-2010-hugo-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Markus Huber 12.5,Red,US,"A versatile Merlot. Lends itself to drinking with a range of steaks, poultry, lamb, even vegetarian lentil and tofu dishes. Dry and balanced, with pleasant berry, currant and herb flavors, at a fair price.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,Fat Cat 2009 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fat-cat-2009-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Fat Cat 12.5,Red,US,"Lots of blackberry, cherry and spicy cola flavors in this dry, clean wine. It has the classic tannins and balance of a fine Cabernet. Drink now with a good steak.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,Fat Cat 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fat-cat-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Fat Cat 13.5,White,Argentina,"Nice white fruit aromas form a good greeting, which is backed by a fresh, melony palate with solid honeydew and lychee flavors. This one keeps things simple and clean, and for the most part that's what you want from the variety.",Viña Cornejo Costas High Altitude Vineyards,10,86,Other,Cafayate,,Don Rodolfo 2010 Viña Cornejo Costas High Altitude Vineyards Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-rodolfo-2010-vina-cornejo-costas-high-altitude-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2010,Don Rodolfo ,Red,France,"There is the proper Morgon weight, the tannins very much to the fore. The results is a wine that is structured, with hints of black fruits behind the firm front. Fine acidity gives just the right lift.",Sélection,14,86,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Sélection (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-selection-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 15,Red,US,"A simple but satisfying Syrah, sweet and jammy in raspberry, cherry and blackberry fruit flavors, with lots of black pepper. Earns extra points for good tannins and balancing acidity.",Ambassador's Vineyard,22,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Curtis 2007 Ambassador's Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2007-ambassadors-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Curtis 14.2,White,US,"A nice, brisk Sauvignon Blanc, with refreshing acidity. The citrus, mineral and peach flavors have a touch of gooseberry. A good, dry wine as a cocktail to stimulate the appetite.",,19,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Armida 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Armida 14.7,Red,US,"A heavy, fleshy wine that sits in the mouth and lacks vivacity despite some magnificently ripe flavors. Tons of blackberries, cherries, currants and oak, with solid tannins, but a little inert. Its best bet is a few years in the cellar.",,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amici 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amici-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Amici 12.5,White,US,"If there's any oak at all on this wine, it takes a very shy role in the background. The stars are ripe citrus and pear fruit, crisp acidity and a limestoney minerality. The finish is honey sweet.",,17,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bodega de Edgar 2010 Albariño (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-edgar-2010-albarino-central-coast-paso-robles/,Albariño,2010,Bodega de Edgar 13.9,Red,US,"Growing a little tired, with the raspberry, cherry and persimmon fruit beginning to dry out. Yet the wine is clean and sprightly in acidity.",Signature Selection,24,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Bianchi 2007 Signature Selection Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2007-signature-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bianchi 13.5,White,US,"Clean and vibrant in the mouth, with zesty acidity and brisk flavors of tangerines, Meyer lemons, honey and vanilla. Nice as a cocktail sipper to get the evening started.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 2010 Pinot Gris (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Kenwood 15.2,Red,US,"Fragrant with a full body and discernible depth, this Sierra Foothills Petite is anything but—with giant tannins and a high alcohol level (15.2%) that makes its presence felt on the way down.",Granite Hill,30,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2008 Granite Hill Petite Sirah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2008-granite-hill-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Petite Sirah,2008,Lava Cap 13.5,White,US,"Eccentric, with sweet and sour tangerine, banana and buttered toast flavors. Crisp acidity provides balance, but the wine is nearing the end of its useful period.",Elke Vineyard,27,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Ici/La-Bas 2007 Elke Vineyard Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ici-bas-2007-elke-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Ici/La-Bas 12.5,White,Austria,"With just the right weight, this is a warm, rich and ultimately deliciously refreshing wine. Creamed apples, a tangy texture of clean acidity. Good as an aperitif, also with food. Screwcap.",Grüner,,86,Niederösterreich,,,Martinshof 2010 Grüner Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinshof-2010-gruner-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Martinshof 13.6,Red,US,"Light in color and weight, this has forward, cranberry-flavored fruit, backed with some herbal tannins. Pine needle bitters rim the finish.",Graham's Block 7,40,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2008 Graham's Block 7 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2008-grahams-block-7-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Montinore 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Quite minty and herbal on first take, with a hardness to the bouquet. The palate is racy, herbal, roasted and very much tastes different than most Argentine wines because it's from Cafayate in the north; look for spice, tomato, herbal waves and meaty notes.",Don David Reserve,16,86,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Michel Torino 2009 Don David Reserve Syrah (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2009-don-david-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-calchaqui-valley/,Syrah,2009,Michel Torino 13.5,Red,France,"Even the big négociant Michel Picard has managed to turn out a decent 2007 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, which speaks to the quality and consistency of the vintage. It combines leather and meat with cherry fruit and some firm tannins, but falls off a bit rapidly on the finish. Drink now.",,39,86,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Michel Picard 2007 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-2007-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Michel Picard 14.5,Red,US,"A little sharp and brusque, with a pinched finish. But it's dry and fruity enough, offering ripe layers of blackberries, cherries and plums. Drink now.",Red Label,25,86,California,Napa,Napa County,Newton 2008 Red Label Claret (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2008-red-label-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-napa-county/,Claret,2008,Newton 14.3,White,US,"With loads of sweet, smoky oak and superripe flavors of orange and pineapple jam, this Chardonnay offers consumers what they want. Good in a California way, but purists will expect something more nuanced.",Durell Vineyard,39,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Armida 2009 Durell Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2009-durell-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Armida 12.5,Rose,Italy,Centine rosé opens with a pretty pink color and offers delicate aromas of raspberry and crushed cranberry. There's a drying mineral note on the close that is offset by a playful hint of subtle sweetness.,Centine,11,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Banfi 2009 Centine Rosé (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2009-centine-rose-toscana/,Rosé,2009,Banfi 13,White,Italy,This fresh and luminous expression of Vernaccia di San Gimignano (Tuscany's number one local white wine) offers pretty aromas of green fruit and citrus. A perfect pairing would be with tomato bruschetta and fragrant basil.,Cusona 1933,,86,Tuscany,Vernaccia di San Gimignano,,Guicciardini Strozzi 2007 Cusona 1933 (Vernaccia di San Gimignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guicciardini-strozzi-2007-cusona-1933-italian-white-vernaccia-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,Vernaccia,2007,Guicciardini Strozzi 11.5,White,US,"Freshly scented of apple and yellow peaches, this fairly dry Riesling gains softness from a sweet white grapefruit juice note. Brisk with a lemon pith astringency and notes of slate and chalk that linger through a clean, minerally finish.",Dry,14,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lucas Vineyards 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Lucas Vineyards 13,White,Italy,"This is a thick, creamy, sun-soaked expression of Sauvignon Blanc that opens with aromas of mature melon, apricot and white almond. It shows dense consistency and would pair with spicy Tandoori Indian dishes.",,,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Sasso Orlando 2007 Sauvignon Blanc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sasso-orlando-2007-sauvignon-blanc-toscana/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Tenuta Sasso Orlando 13,White,US,"Fresh and clean, with very tart and herbal flavors, and lighter suggestions of pear and lime fruit. The zippy acidity defines the wine; it's clean and bracing.",,15,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Spindrift Cellars 2010 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spindrift-cellars-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Spindrift Cellars 13.5,Red,US,"Light and balanced, this recalls a village Pinot from, say, the Côte Chalonnaise. Simple, tart red fruits, some threads of earth and fungus and a modest, balanced, proportionate finish.",,20,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Spindrift Cellars 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spindrift-cellars-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Spindrift Cellars 13.5,Rose,US,"A dark, medium-bodied rosé, with crisp acidity and firm tannins that could easily double as a Grenache with grilled steak. It's slightly sweet and rich in cherry jam flavor.",Rosato di Sangiovese,14,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2010 Rosato di Sangiovese Rosé (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2010-rosato-sangiovese-rose-sonoma-county/,Rosé,2010,Valley of the Moon 15,White,Spain,"Opens with air freshener, chemical notes, lime and pastis aromas. Overall it doesn't smell light and ethereal like some Moscatels, but it's honest and varietally correct throughout. Tastes of honey, candied mango and anise, with bitterness on the finish. Stirs some interest but has its weaknesses.",Moscatel de la Marina,25,86,Levante,Alicante,,Enrique Mendoza 2009 Moscatel de la Marina Moscatel (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrique-mendoza-2009-moscatel-marina-muscat-moscatel-alicante/,Moscatel,2009,Enrique Mendoza 13.5,White,France,"Pear and melon flavors are buttressed by ample acid in this medium-bodied white Châteauneuf-du-Pape. For a 2009, it lacks richness but remains a tasty, easy-drinking wine that finishes with a touch of anise.",,39,86,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Nalys 2009 White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nalys-2009-white-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Domaine de Nalys 13.5,Red,US,"This Pinot is on the thin side, rather stingy in fruit. But it's dry and crisp and clean enough to be called elegant. Shows modest cherryskin flavors that are generously spiced.",,33,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2009 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2009-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cuvaison 11.5,White,Austria,"Crisp green apples, very fresh, with a positive zing. This is a light Grüner, packed with attractive forward fruit flavors and a bright finishing acidity. Screwcap.",L&T,,86,Niederösterreich,,,Dürnberg 2010 L&T Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durnberg-2010-l-t-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Dürnberg 13.5,Red,Spain,"Berry aromas are jammy and show a pinch of green. The palate matches the nose; it's jammy and soft, with blackberry and spiced plum flavors. Tastes good and rich but feels heavy and a little flabby.",Los Cantos,23,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca Torremilanos 2008 Los Cantos (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-torremilanos-2008-los-cantos-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Finca Torremilanos ,Red,France,"This is a soft, ample wine, with an attractive tang of black cherry and ripe acidity. The wine has just the right juicy fruitiness.",Domaine Rolland,20,86,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Ferraud et Fils 2010 Domaine Rolland (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraud-fils-2010-domaine-rolland-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2010,Ferraud et Fils 13,White,France,"A plump, medium-bodied white for drinking over the next 12 months, Cave de Tain's 2009 Saint-Joseph displays ample pear and pineapple fruit tinged with anise.",,23,86,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Cave de Tain 2009 Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2009-marsanne-saint-joseph/,Marsanne,2009,Cave de Tain 13,White,US,"A veritable bouquet of jasmine and orange blossoms, this off-dry Gewürztraminer hits the tongue with a delightful prickle of effervescence. Soft and rich with juicy melon and peach flavors, it finishes on a sweet, spicy iced tea note.",Semi-Dry,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Prejean 2009 Semi-Dry Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prejean-2009-semi-dry-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Prejean 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of raspberry and cherry fruit and sweet, caramelized oak in this Pinot Noir. It's rather simple, but crisp in acidity. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",,42,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Patz & Hall 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Patz & Hall ,Red,France,Generous ripe fruit is found on a wine packed with cherry and raspberry flavors. Hints of banana appear along with the vintage's signature tannic structure. Keep for 6–9 months.,Domaine de Boischampt,,86,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Pierre Dupond 2010 Domaine de Boischampt (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-dupond-2010-domaine-boischampt-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2010,Pierre Dupond 12.5,Red,France,"In 2010, this cool-climate cru of Beaujolais has produced a fruity wine, very structured while retaining all the right red berry flavors. It would be possible to age this for a year or two.",Sélection,14,86,Beaujolais,Chiroubles,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Sélection (Chiroubles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-selection-gamay-chiroubles/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 14.4,Red,US,"Hot and jammy, this wine is forward in rapsberries, cherries and milk chocolate. It's delicious in an upfront way, but a little too sweet and soft.",Symphonie de Cepages,48,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,RN Estate 2008 Symphonie de Cepages Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rn-estate-2008-symphonie-cepages-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2008,RN Estate 13.2,Rose,US,"With additions of Syrah and Pinot Noir, this blush wine is full-bodied and a little heavy. It has flavors of raspberries, cherries and tangerines, with a needed bite of acidity, and the finish is sweet.",Rosé of Grenache,18,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2010 Rosé of Grenache Rosé (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2010-rose-grenache-central-coast-edna-valley/,Rosé,2010,Tolosa 14,White,Argentina,"Chunky and oily on the nose, with basic white fruit aromas of peach and apple. The palate is full and balanced, with nectarine, pineapple and lychee flavors. Pithy and citrusy on the finish. Ripe and good in a regular way.",Reserve,12,86,Other,Cafayate,,Menduco 2010 Reserve Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/menduco-2010-reserve-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2010,Menduco 13.5,Red,Spain,"Every wine from this house has exotic aromas and flavors that aren't matched elsewhere, which isn't to say that Valdelana's wines offer fool-proof likability. This wine smells funky and tastes of tobacco, butter and cumin. Lean on the finish, but interesting for its unique character, aromas and flavors.",Reserva,23,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Valdelana 2004 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdelana-2004-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Valdelana 14,Rose,Spain,"Reddish in color and big on the bouquet, with sweet berry and cherry aromas. The palate is full and fun, with acidity and heavier, sweeter flavors of strawberry, raspberry and sweet plum. Handles its size well. Made from 80% Garnacha and 20% Graciano (for acidity).",Rosado,10,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ilurce 2010 Rosado Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ilurce-2010-rosado-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2010,Ilurce 14.5,White,US,"Too oaky, with vanilla, buttered toast and caramel dominating the pineapple, pear and lime flavors beneath. The wine is fundamentally good and crisp, but has been swamped by barrel influences.",,29,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Groth 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Groth 14,Red,Spain,"Aromas of sweet black cherry and dark plum form a good bouquet. The palate has smack and acidic bite, but the flavors are forward and clean, with a focus on plum and black cherry. Finishes full and long, with licorice as well as leftover acidity.",,15,86,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Granate 2008 Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granate-2008-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2008,Granate ,Red,France,"This property, belonging to Henry Fessy, has produced a light-hearted wine, with hints of minerality, some dry tannins, juiciness and lively acidity.",Château des Reyssiers,16,86,Beaujolais,Régnié,,Henry Fessy 2010 Château des Reyssiers (Régnié),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2010-chateau-reyssiers-gamay-regnie/,Gamay,2010,Henry Fessy 14.2,White,US,"This is a useful if not particularly complex Chardonnay. It shows good coastal acidity and fine, long hangtime tropical fruit flavors, accented with oak. Will appeal to those who like a slightly sweet Chard made in the popular style.",Glacier Ridge,25,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Hearst Ranch 2009 Glacier Ridge Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearst-ranch-2009-glacier-ridge-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,Hearst Ranch 13.2,Red,US,"Light for a Cabernet, but forward with appealing fruit flavors of raspberry and black currant nicely melded. The fruit forward style runs smack into some slightly green, herbal, earthy tannins as it winds through the finish.",,28,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Del Rio 14,Red,Spain,"Sort of raisiny but also prickly on the nose, with a granular, gritty quality that subsides with airing. The palate is chunky and offers herbal red berry flavors that give way to a scratchy, herbal-tasting finish. Good in a regular way, but herbal.",Ars Romántica,22,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,De Bardos 2007 Ars Romántica (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bardos-2007-ars-romantica-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,De Bardos 12,White,Austria,"A very citrusy wine, all lemon juice and pink grapefruit. It is totally refreshing, crisp, as light as a feather, but with a tight tangy complexity to give extra interest. Screwcap.",Birthal,,86,Weinviertel,,,Ebner-Ebenauer 2010 Birthal Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ebner-ebenauer-2010-birthal-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Ebner-Ebenauer 14.1,White,US,"Overworked and overoaked, dominated by buttered toast and caramel flavors. Underneath is pineapple, tangerine and apricot jam, brightened with crisp acidity.",Wildcat Mountain Vineyard,35,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacRostie 2008 Wildcat Mountain Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2008-wildcat-mountain-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,MacRostie 14,White,Argentina,"A bit heavy and oily on first blush, with tropical fruit aromas resting underneath the surface. The palate is round and full, almost syrupy, with honeyed citrus and pithy flavors. Turns more pithy and a little hot on the finish.",Reserva,12,86,Other,Cafayate,,Finca El Origen 2010 Reserva Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-el-origen-2010-reserva-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2010,Finca El Origen 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a simple, straightforward wine that is characterized by easy fruit aromas and a finely textured, but slightly gritty, mouthfeel. Pair it with bruschetta or mini cheese pizzas.",,22,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria di Travalda 2007 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-travalda-2007-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2007,Fattoria di Travalda 13.5,White,US,"Nice and dry, with a mouthwatering hit of acidity, and savory lime, green apple, lemon and Asian pear flavors. A crisp, vibrantly clean wine to get the evening started, at a great price.",,12,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2010 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2010-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,2010,Dry Creek Vineyard 15.5,Red,US,"A heavy, ripe, oaky wine. Offers a blast of ripe, pie-filling flavors of raspberries, cherries, blackberries, mocha, licorice and new oak, but all that richness tires the palate. High alcohol gives a scoury heat. Ready now.",Estate,85,86,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2008-estate-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2008,Chalk Hill 13,Red,France,"Earthy, fruity wine with bitter cherry and plum flavors. The wine has some weight, along with its acidity. Serve slightly chilled.",Vieilles Vignes,,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Château de la Terrière 2009 Vieilles Vignes (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-terriere-2009-vieilles-vignes-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2009,Château de la Terrière 12.8,Rose,US,"A fine blush wine for warm weather drinking. Bring on the watermelon, fried chicken, sausages, ham sandwiches. It's slightly sweet and clean in raspberries and vanilla.",Vin Gris de Cigare,15,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bonny Doon 2010 Vin Gris de Cigare Rosé (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-2010-vin-gris-cigare-rose-central-coast/,Rosé,2010,Bonny Doon 13,Red,Spain,"Opens with a warm, baked nose of raisin, roasted plum and tobacco. The palate is scouring and crisp due to sharp acids, and thus the flavors follow suit in that they're lean and tart and focus on pie cherry and red plum. Lean, zesty and lively Rioja to drink now.",Vendimia Seleccionada Crianza,17,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Muriel 2005 Vendimia Seleccionada Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muriel-2005-vendimia-seleccionada-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Bodegas Muriel 15.3,Red,US,"This is a feminine wine, soft, generous and fruity. The raspberry and cherry flavors are jammy. There's some heat on the finish from high alcohol. Drink now.",Alisos Vineyard,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,a-non-ah-mus 2007 Alisos Vineyard Grenache (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-non-ah-mus-2007-alisos-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache,2007,a-non-ah-mus 14.9,Red,US,"Ripe to the point of overripe, with dried blackberry, cherry and raisin flavors, this Zin also is hot in alcohol. Drink now with rich, fatty barbecue to soften its tough tannins.",Maple Vineyards,39,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Armida 2009 Maple Vineyards Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2009-maple-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Armida 14.3,Red,US,"A bit tough and gritty, with firm tannins and thick, heavy flavors of ripe cherries and cola. Lacks some grace and elegance in the texture. Drink now.",,44,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Arista 14.1,White,US,"With good acidity, this Chenin Blanc has easy, forward flavors of ripe citrus fruits, sweet peas and oaky vanilla. Drink now as an interesting alternative to Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.",Estate,26,86,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone Vineyard 2009 Estate Chenin Blanc (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2009-estate-chenin-blanc-central-coast-chalone/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Chalone Vineyard 13,Red,Spain,"Basic berry and cherry aromas are good but muted. The wine offers proper mouthfeel and creaminess to go with raspberry, black plum and spice flavors. Finishes clean, peppery and dry, with mild acidic kick and snap.",Para Celsus,10,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Bodegas Navarro López 2009 Para Celsus Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2009-para-celsus-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas Navarro López 13.5,Red,Spain,"Heavy and dense up front, with dark, forceful aromas. The palate is crisp and tight, with firm plum and berry fruit in front of a short, basic finish. A good, standard wine with good depth and character; 100% Tempranillo.",Pintoresco,9,86,Central Spain,Extremadura,,Bodegas Luis Gurpegui Muga 2009 Pintoresco Tempranillo (Extremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-luis-gurpegui-muga-2009-pintoresco-tempranillo-extremadura/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas Luis Gurpegui Muga 13.5,Red,Spain,"Rooty, spicy and baked on the nose, with aromas that lean towards raisin. The palate is more gritty and acidic, with raisin, cola and spice flavors. Darkens up on the finish, which is long and peppery, with adequate juiciness and a final note of tomato.",Rioja Bordón Reserva Tempranillo,15,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Franco-Españolas 2005 Rioja Bordón Reserva Tempranillo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-franco-espanolas-2005-rioja-bordon-reserva-tempranillo-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Bodegas Franco-Españolas 13.9,Red,US,"Tones of black cherry and cassis are pure and pristine on this fresh, herb-infused Cabernet. Vibrant acidity and soft, furry tannins on the midpalate give way to a finish that's flecked with spice and menthol.",,26,86,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Canyon Wind 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-wind-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-grand-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Canyon Wind 13,White,US,"A fine, crisp and clean Sauvignon Blanc at a good price. It's basically dry, with a honeyed edge to the tropical fruit, lime and peach flavors, and shows a good bite of acidity.",,12,86,California,California Other,California,Geyser Peak 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2010-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Geyser Peak 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and simple, with sweet flavors of raspberry and cherry jam, cola and smoky oak. Gets the Pinot job done with admirable silkiness and crispness.",,38,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Graton Ridge 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graton-ridge-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Graton Ridge 15.9,Red,US,"This is a strongly flavored Zinfandel, not particularly graceful or subtle. It kicks you in the head with ripe, jammy raspberry, cherry and blackberry fruit, with sweet overtones of chocolate and anise. The alcohol is very high and makes the wine feel hot.",Bacigalupi Vneyard,42,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gracianna 2009 Bacigalupi Vneyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gracianna-2009-bacigalupi-vneyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Gracianna 12.5,Red,Italy,"Simple, crisp, bright cherry aromas would make a good companion to lasagna or cheesy pasta. There's a touch of acidity on the close to keep the palate refreshed.",Pilerno,,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria di San Quintino 2009 Pilerno Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-san-quintino-2009-pilerno-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Fattoria di San Quintino 12.5,Red,US,"Scented with ripe black fruit, darkly toasted oak and a hint of gingersnap, there's an irresistible complexity to this medium-bodied Pinot. On the palate, smoky oak notes and strident, yet finely grained tannins envelop flavors of fleshy red plum.",Ingle Vineyard,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2007 Ingle Vineyard Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2007-ingle-vineyard-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2007,Heron Hill 15.5,Red,US,"This offbeat blend of Bordeaux varieties with Petite Sirah and Syrah is made in a rustic Paso style. It's soft in the mouth, with dusty tannins and high alcohol that gives the cherries and blackberries a Porty, liqueur-type heat.",The Point,70,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearst Ranch 2007 The Point Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearst-ranch-2007-point-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2007,Hearst Ranch 14.9,White,US,"Barbecue and lusty stews are what this wine wants. It's dryish to sweet in raisin, blackberry jam, chocolate, beef jerky and spice flavors, and the tannins are big and tough.",,27,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pech Merle 2009 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pech-merle-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Pech Merle 14.1,White,US,"Not quite up there with previous vintages, although they've held the price and that's a good thing. The cold vintage took its toll, making this wine tart and somewhat green and herbal. Shows enough citrus and peach fruit to get by.",,19,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Matanzas Creek 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Matanzas Creek 14.5,Red,US,"A nice Cabernet to drink now. It has very ripe, upfront cherry and blackberry pie flavors, with firm tannins and a sweet vanilla note.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Olema 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olema-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Olema 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dry and peppery aromas feature oak, mint and standard berry fruit. The palate is clacky and high in acidity, yielding raspberry, red plum and pie cherry flavors that are fresh but sheering. Oaky vanilla notes show up on the tight, juicy finish.",Crianza,21,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Conde de Siruela 2007 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-siruela-2007-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Conde de Siruela 13.5,Red,Spain,"Not complex but if you're looking for size, red fruit flavors and balance, it has that. The nose shows compost and horse hide but for the most part it's fruity and welcoming. The mouth is fresh and a bit sheer, with direct berry, plum and creamy flavors. Finishes smooth for a $10 Tempranillo-Garnacha blend.",Crianza,10,86,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Coto de Hayas 2007 Crianza Tempranillo-Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-2007-crianza-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-campo-borja/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2007,Coto de Hayas 11,White,US,"Beautiful on the nose with sweet notes of honey tangerine and marmalade, Dr. Frank's 2009 Rkatsiteli is leaner than in previous vintages, but bright with fresh navel orange peels and a crisp, clean acidity. Finishes quite long with a delightful orange pith astringency.",,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2009 Rkatsiteli (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2009-other-white-rkatsiteli-finger-lakes/,Rkatsiteli,2009,Dr. Konstantin Frank 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Sweet brioche and berry aromas meld with fresh apples, violets and mushroom on the nose and palate of this méthode champenoise sparkling. Profusely creamy with an intensely mouthfilling mousse, it's on the sweeter side of brut, but balanced by acidity and pleasant astringency on the finish.",Chateau Frank Brut,25,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2005 Chateau Frank Brut Sparkling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2005-chateau-brut-sparkling-finger-lakes/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Dr. Konstantin Frank 14.5,Red,US,"Opens with an ashy smell that mostly blows off if you give it a few moments to breathe. Afterwards, it's tough in acids and tannins, lacking generosity, although there's a good core of black cherry fruit.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,42,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Cinnabar 2008 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2008-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cinnabar 14,Red,Argentina,"Tight and intense for a $10 varietal, with crusty, charred oak aromas on top of ripe berry fruit. The palate is thick and full, with clamping tannins and flavors of lemony oak, plum and blackberry. Vanilla and mocha work the woody finish.",Oak Cask,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2009 Oak Cask Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2009-oak-cask-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2009,Trapiche 12.5,White,Italy,"Vermentino is a very attractive grape that produces crisp and clean white wines that are redolent of kiwi, cut grass, citrus and peach. This luminous wine has all those qualities plus a crisp, fresh finish.",Poggio al Tufo,15,86,Tuscany,Maremma,,Tommasi 2009 Poggio al Tufo Vermentino (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2009-poggio-al-tufo-italian-white-vermentino-maremma/,Vermentino,2009,Tommasi 14,Red,US,"Moderately herbal and tannic, with tight cranberry and pomegranate fruit tucked inside the leaf and stem flavors. That said, this perfectly captures the terroir of the Eola-Amity Hills AVA. If there is a classic Oregon style of Pinot, this would be it.",,43,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Sno Road 2007 Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sno-road-2007-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Sno Road 13.1,White,US,"There's an odd smell of roasted peanuts under the citrusy fruit aromas, but once in the mouth the fruit takes over big time. It bursts forth, apples and lemons, and stays solid and unchanging into the tart finish.",Estate,16,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Van Duzer 2010 Estate Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-duzer-2010-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Van Duzer 15,Red,US,"Eccentric for a Howell Mountain Cabernet. A funky wine, with excessively ripe blackberry fruit that's sweet and jammy, and the tannins are soft and creamy. A good but imperfect Cab for drinking now.",,48,86,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockroom-winemaking-cooperative-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative 13.5,White,US,"There's lots of acidity and green, tangy gooseberry fruit in this bone-dry Sauvignon Blanc. It's a severe wine, brittle and citrusy, but honeyed in the finish.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Schug 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Schug 13,White,US,"Sweet yuzu, tangerine and black tea leaves perfume this intriguing off-dry Gewürztraminer. Melon, lychee and citrus flavors are voluptuous and ripe, but bright acidity and spice notes on the midpalate keep it in balance.",,17,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Spring 2009 Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2009-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Keuka Spring 12,White,Austria,"Attractive, zingy wine, full of lemon zest acidity, crisp green apples and clean, pure fruitiness. It has just a hint of pepper, layering the creamy final taste. Screwcap.",,14,86,Niederösterreich,,,Stift Klosterneuburg 2010 Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-klosterneuburg-2010-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Stift Klosterneuburg 12.2,Red,US,"Hints of fresh herb and pencil lead add dimension to the pristine black plum flavors on this pleasant Bordeaux-style Blend. Bright cranberry juice acidity and soft, talc-like tannins in the midpalate lead to a rich, cassis finish.",Pinnacle,20,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 2006 Pinnacle Red (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-2006-pinnacle-red-finger-lakes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Standing Stone 14,Red,Argentina,"Spicy and dry on the nose, with subdued, earthy aromas that suggest some hotness. The palate is a bit fiery and aggressive, with red berry and cassis flavors. Warm and spicy on the finish; edgy but good overall.",,12,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Septima 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/septima-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Septima 12.8,Red,US,"Smoke and bramble fringe vibrant cassis and cranberry flavors on this rich, round wine. Made predominantly from Cabernet Franc, it's a touch plush and soft, but boasts supple tannins and an elegant violet and vanilla finish.",Blackbird,22,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Silver Thread 2008 Blackbird Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-thread-2008-blackbird-red-blend-cabernet-franc-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Silver Thread 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Smells like raspberry bubble gum and piercing citrus fruits. The palate, like it has been for several vintages running, is sharp and angular, making this much more of a food wine than a patio quaffer. Flavors of orange, nectarine and lemon border on sour. 60% Garnacha, 30% white Viura and 10% Tempranillo.",Rosado,12,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2010 Rosado Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2010-rosado-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2010,Muga 15.4,Red,US,"Marked by excessive heat from high alcohol, with a jalapeño pepper burn all the way through. If you can get past that, it's dry and smoothly tannic, with rich berrry, currant, cocoa and spice flavors.",Il Campo,39,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Armida 2009 Il Campo Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2009-il-campo-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Armida 15.7,Red,US,"Shows Petite Sirah's firm tannins, giving the wine a robust mouthfeel. Also you'll find Paso softness and high alcohol ripeness, with sweet, jammy blackberry, cherry and cola flavors. Ready now with barbecue.",,35,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2008 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2008-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2008,Ancient Peaks 13,Red,Austria,"Typical earthy Zweigelt flavors join great plum juice fruit and acidity. The wine is ripe, packed with fruit and soft tannins, ready to drink. Screwcap. Private Reserve.",Ried Rüsselgarten Select,,86,Niederösterreich,,,Dürnberg 2009 Ried Rüsselgarten Select Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durnberg-2009-ried-russelgarten-select-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2009,Dürnberg 13.5,White,US,"Nice and dry, with spicy citrus and tropical fruit flavors, enhanced with crisp acidity. A bit thin, though, with a watery finish. Ultimately, a disappointment from this fine winery.",Dutton Ranch Green Valley Vineyard,25,86,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2010 Dutton Ranch Green Valley Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2010-ranch-green-valley-vineyard-gewurztraminer-sonoma-green-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Dutton-Goldfield 14,Red,Italy,"This hearty blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah offers meaty aromas of smoked bacon and barbecue sauce backed by black fruit and loads of exotic spice. It's a soft, polished wine with a rubbery note on the close.",I Pini,,86,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Fattoria di Basciano 2008 I Pini Red (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-basciano-2008-i-pini-red-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Red Blend,2008,Fattoria di Basciano 15,Red,US,"Shows Petite Sirah's firm tannins, giving the wine a robust mouthfeel. Also you'll find Paso softness and high alcohol ripeness, with sweet, jammy blackberry, cherry and cola flavors. Ready now with barbecue.",Jake's Vineyard,38,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cinnabar 2007 Jake's Vineyard Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2007-jakes-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Cinnabar 13.1,Red,US,"While ripe with black fruit and hints of caramel, forest bramble and black pepper, this Bordeaux-style blend (with a hefty dose of Petit Verdot) boasts an elegant structure and clean acidity with just a hint of green on the finish.",IV,100,86,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Canyon Wind 2006 IV Red (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-wind-2006-iv-red-grand-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Canyon Wind 13,White,Argentina,"Opens with light tropical aromas, toasty oak and vanilla. It's honest on the palate, where the body is good and structured and the flavors of peach and apple are accented by toasty oak. Nice and balanced, but maybe a touch woody for what it is.",Reserva,19,86,Other,Patagonia,,Bodega del Fin del Mundo 2010 Reserva Chardonnay (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-fin-mundo-2010-reserva-chardonnay-patagonia/,Chardonnay,2010,Bodega del Fin del Mundo 14.7,Red,US,"A nicely soft, gentle red wine starring upfront flavors of cherries, red licorice, bacon, cola and peppery spices, folded into a silky texture. It's an easy wine to drink with spicy little appetizers.",,28,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bodega de Edgar 2009 Tempranillo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-edgar-2009-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodega de Edgar 12,Rose,Italy,"Packaged in an easy screwcap bottle, Centine rosé delivers fragrances of sweet strawberry and raspberry over an easy, but streamlined texture. Pair this fresh wine with spicy Indian samosa.",Centine,11,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Banfi 2010 Centine Rosé (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2010-centine-rose-toscana/,Rosé,2010,Banfi 14.2,Red,US,"So fresh and direct in fruit and light in body, it's almost like a rosé. Raspberries, cherries, red licorice, cola and spices fill the mouth, savory and spicy. Drink with a lovely lamb shop or grilled salmon.",Hein Vineyard,28,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative 2008 Hein Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockroom-winemaking-cooperative-2008-hein-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative 14.9,White,US,"A first release from this well-regarded vineyard, owned by the Millers of Bien Nacido. The wine is very rich and oaky, with 50% new French wood on top of sautéed bananas and pineapples. A little heavy handed.",,43,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Solomon Hills 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solomon-hills-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Solomon Hills 11.5,White,Austria,"A light and fruity wine, with attractive baked apple and lime flavors. It has dance in its step, fresh and packed with forward, lip-smacking fruitiness. Drink now. Screwcap.",Wogenrain,,87,Wagram-Donauland,,,Soellner 2010 Wogenrain Grüner Veltliner (Wagram-Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soellner-2010-wogenrain-gruner-veltliner-wagram-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Soellner 14,Red,US,"With a bite of acidity and noticeable tannins, this Pinot Noir has earth, herb and tobacco flavors alongside the tart cherry candy ones. It's very dry, with a silky mouthfeel. Straddles the border between rustic and chic. Drink now.",,28,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2009 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2009-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Schug 13.5,White,US,"A dry, tannic Chardonnay, with pineapple, herb, vanilla and oak flavors and a good hit of acidity. Fine to drink now with grilled tuna.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Schug 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Schug 14.1,Red,Argentina,"Shows density and concentration on the nose, with red berry and lemony oak aromas and just a spot of leafiness. Forward in the mouth, with lively acids giving lift to cherry, cassis and peppery flavors. A true, crisp and honest Cab that isn't too big or complicated.",Famiglia Bianchi,19,87,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2009 Famiglia Bianchi Cabernet Sauvignon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2009-famiglia-bianchi-cabernet-sauvignon-san-rafael/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Valentín Bianchi ,Red,Italy,"Bright aromas of sour cherry, black fruit and spice make for a nose that has elements of both sweet and sour. The wine shows medium heft in the mouth, which is very much in line with Sangiovese and offers a lively, berry-driven finish.",,,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Terra Antica 2008 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-antica-2008-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2008,Terra Antica 13.5,Red,US,"A pleasant, broadly fruity wine, already soft and on the road to maturity. Light flavors of strawberry dominate, with just enough acidity and tannin to give it some oomph in the finish.",,17,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Red Door 2009 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-door-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Red Door 13.9,Red,US,"With strong raspberry and cherry fruit flavors as well as tart Monterey acidity, this Pinot has a sweet and sour taste. It's a little awkward by itself, but a rich steak will help balance it.",,32,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Sequana 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequana-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Sequana 14,Red,Argentina,"This wine has been on the upswing in recent vintages. Here it's clean and delivering full berry and cherry aromas. The palate is juicy, driving and whole, with berry, cherry and light chocolate flavors. Finishes racy, fresh and with slight astringency from tannic bite.",Portillo Estate Bottled,10,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Salentein 2009 Portillo Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2009-portillo-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-uco-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Salentein 12.5,White,Italy,"Here is a very refreshing and fragrant Vernaccia that boasts thick layers of yellow flower, stone fruit, honey and a touch of creamy vanilla. The density and texture feels smooth and rich on the palate.",,15,87,Tuscany,Vernaccia di San Gimignano,,Toscolo 2008 Vernaccia di San Gimignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toscolo-2008-italian-white-vernaccia-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,Vernaccia,2008,Toscolo 13.5,Red,Italy,"Tiny hints of wet earth or wild mushroom are rounded out by mature cherry and cinnamon. This red blend from Tuscany ends with a sweet, chewy feel.",Albatrello,,87,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Pieve Vecchia 2007 Albatrello (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieve-vecchia-2007-albatrello-red-montecucco/,Red Blend,2007,Pieve Vecchia 12.5,Rose,France,"Former Wine Cask owner (the store/wine bar in Santa Barbara) Doug Margerum has sourced this pleasant rosé from the Vaucluse. It's a pale coppery pink, with slightly flinty aromas that hint at strawberries, limes and wet stones, and is steely and crisp, with a clean, refreshing finish.",,24,87,Rhône Valley,Vin de Pays de Vaucluse,,Margerum 2010 Rosé (Vin de Pays de Vaucluse),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margerum-2010-rose-vin-pays-vaucluse/,Rosé,2010,Margerum 12,White,Austria,"There is a full-bodied feel to this wine, an extra richness, with flavors of apples, pink grapefruit, a strong citrus element. The finish glows with acidity. Screwcap.",Hausberg,,87,Weinviertel,,,Martinshof 2010 Hausberg Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinshof-2010-hausberg-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Martinshof 11.7,White,US,"This lives up to its labeling; most folks would call this one dry. The almost part suggests just enough residual sugar to cut through the piercing acidity. It's got a crunchy apple flavor, with plenty of lip-smacking tartness still in play. Made with organic grapes.",Almost Dry,14,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2009 Almost Dry Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2009-almost-dry-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2009,Montinore 14,Red,France,"The 2009s from Domaine de la Bastide are sturdy, ripe southern reds. This blend of 60% Syrah, 20% Grenache and 20% Carignan displays hints of raspberry and plum layered with coffee and chocolate and backed by plenty of tannin. Long and chewy on the finish right now, it should drink well through 2016.",Cuvée Les Figues,14,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de la Bastide 2009 Cuvée Les Figues Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-de-bastide-2009-cuvee-figues-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de la Bastide 14.5,Red,France,"A silky, elegant, pretty rendition of Lirac, Coudoulis's 2007 displays hints of cherries, Mexican chocolate and coffee in a medium- to full-bodied format. Charming to drink now and over the next several years.",,20,87,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Domaine Coudoulis 2007 Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coudoulis-2007-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine Coudoulis 12.5,White,Austria,"A full wine, with ripe pear as well as acidity, touched with pepper. A round wine, and very fruity. Screwcap.",,16,87,Carnuntum,,,Glatzer 2009 Grüner Veltliner (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glatzer-2009-gruner-veltliner-carnuntum/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Glatzer ,Red,Italy,"Here's an elegant, mineral-driven Sangiovese-based wine from the Rufina zone of Chianti that opens with floral notes of lavender and blue flower. The wine presents a thin, tight sensation in the mouth. There isn't much pulp or concentration, but it does deliver crisp acidity.",,13,87,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Fattoria Il Lago 2009 Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-il-lago-2009-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2009,Fattoria Il Lago 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Chianti Rufina opens with overripe aromas of blackberry pie or fruit preserves and also offers a touch of smoked bacon or dried beef jerky. It presents a mature, sun-kissed style with a thin, compact sensation in the mouth.",,,87,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Fattoria di Basciano 2009 Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-basciano-2009-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2009,Fattoria di Basciano 14.5,Red,US,"A savory Pinot to drink now. It's almost like a white wine, it's so crisp, light-bodied and minerally. But youll find plenty of ripe raspberry and strawberry candy flavors.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Fat Monk 2009 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fat-monk-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Fat Monk ,Red,France,"There is plenty of acidity here, but that is balanced by the edge of dryness and the enticing raspberry juice flavor. A wine with freshness a-plenty as well as some dry weight.",Domaine de Riaz,13,87,Beaujolais,Côte de Brouilly,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Domaine de Riaz (Côte de Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-domaine-riaz-gamay-cote-brouilly/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf ,Red,France,"Soft and fruity, this is a warm-feeling wine. The hints of banana do not detract from the black cherry and juicy flavors. There is some weight as well, with dense tannins.",Domaine de la Seigneurie,15,87,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Domaine de la Seigneurie (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-domaine-seigneurie-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 14.2,Red,US,"Fruity and tart in raspberry and cherry Lifesaver candy, cola and persimmon flavors, this Pinot's sweetness is further emphasized by the vanilla and caramel from charred oak. It's not really sweet, but gives that impression. Drink now.",Gap's Crown Vineyard,54,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fulcrum 2009 Gap's Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fulcrum-2009-gaps-crown-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Fulcrum 14.4,Red,US,"Earthy and tough now, with chewy tannins and flavors of cherries, mushrooms and tobacco, wrapped into firm, dry tannins. Based on Chalone's proven history of aging well, you could cellar this for a decade or so and see what happens.",Estate,39,87,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone Vineyard 2007 Estate Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2007-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,2007,Chalone Vineyard 12.5,White,France,"A broad, full-bodied Marsanne to drink over the near term, this shows almost sweet-seeming aromas of ripe melon, pear and pineapple. It's lush, but not that long, on the finish.",,18,87,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Cave de Tain 2009 Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2009-marsanne-crozes-hermitage/,Marsanne,2009,Cave de Tain 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Damp and dark at first, with campfire and black fruit aromas. The palate is big and widespread, with ripe flavors of maduro tobacco, blackberry and licorice. Warm, spicy and peppery on the finish, with tannins and power to spare.",Reserva,20,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2008 Reserva Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2008-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2008,Bodega Norton 12.5,White,Italy,"This fresh white wine from Tuscany opens with loads of citrus and peach followed by an easy, compact mouthfeel. Pair this wine with spicy Thai or Indian food.",Centine,11,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Banfi 2010 Centine White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2010-centine-white-toscana/,White Blend,2010,Banfi 13.5,White,US,"Your basic Chardonnay, albeit quite a good one. Fine and dry, with a cream mouthfeel housing citrus, tropical fruit and spice flavors. A good buy for the quality.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Au Bon Climat 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Au Bon Climat 14.9,Red,US,"Sweet fruit and chocolate mark this soft Cabernet. It's like the wine version of a dessert, with blackberry and cherry jam, mocha, sweet crème de cassis and smoky vanilla flavors. Opulent, but needs greater dryness and structural integrity.",,84,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Alpha Omega 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-omega-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Alpha Omega 13.5,Red,US,"Sweet in cherry-berry fruit, this Syrah has more complex layers of smoked meats, earth, grilled mushrooms, tamari and sandalwood, brightened with crisp acidity. It's a fine, full-bodied wine for drinking now.",Le Pousseur,20,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bonny Doon 2008 Le Pousseur Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-2008-le-pousseur-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2008,Bonny Doon 14.5,White,US,"A good, useful Sauvignon Blanc whose high acidity and dryness make it fine for a cocktail sipper, or with Asian fare. The lime, papaya, lemongrass, mineral and spice flavors are rich and stimulating.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Groth 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Groth 14.5,Red,US,"Still tough in tannins at nearly four years, with palate-numbing astringency. Under all that are blackberry, cherry, currant and cedar flavors that finish long, dry and spicy. Lots of class, but those tannins may never age out.",,75,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,32 Winds 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/32-winds-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,32 Winds 14.5,Red,US,"Classic in style with raspberry and spice dominating, the wine overall is supple and lush.",,18,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Artezin 2009 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artezin-2009-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Artezin 13.5,Red,US,"This is an easy-drinking Petite Sirah from an always solid producer of the variety. The wine is a little less in your face than many of its competitors with noticeable acidity and flavors of dark plum, mocha and spicy blackberry, though its finish could have been a little bit longer.",,17,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Guenoc 2008 Petite Sirah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2008-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Petite Sirah,2008,Guenoc 14,Red,US,"A good, somewhat standard Pinot Noir from Anderson Valley, dry and crisp in acidity, with a scour of tannins. The flavors, of cherries, red currants, cola and sandalwood, could be more concentrated. Drink now.",,70,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,David Family 2009 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-family-2009-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,David Family 15.5,Red,US,"This is the kind of light-bodied, fruity wine you can drink with just about anything, from ham and broiled chicken to Mexican beef dishes and barbecue. It's silky and smooth, with flavors of cherries, raspberries and spices.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bodega de Edgar 2009 Garnacha (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-edgar-2009-grenache-garnacha-central-coast/,Garnacha,2009,Bodega de Edgar 13,Red,Italy,Sangiovese and Ciliegiolo (two native grapes of Tuscany) offers earthy aromas of leather and spice backed by crisp flavors of cherry and wild berry. A toasted oak note appears at the very end.,Botterò,,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Bellavista Toscana 2006 Botterò Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-toscana-2006-bottero-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2006,Bellavista Toscana 14.3,Red,US,"Lots of rich, velvety smoothness in this Pinot. It feels fine in the mouth, with a scour of zesty acidity and a thoroughly dry finish. Shows ripe flavors of cherries, beef jerky and spices, but it's tight on first opening, so give it a good decant.",Mount Eden Clone,60,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Bargetto 2009 Mount Eden Clone Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2009-mount-eden-clone-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bargetto 13.5,Red,Spain,"Berry and rubbery aromas suggest young but spunky fruit. And the palate is indeed lively, albeity big and grabby. The flavor profile offers a mix of plum, berry and herbs, while the finish has a good feel to it and sauvage notes. Solid and likable.",,14,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Barco de Piedra 2009 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barco-piedra-2009-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Barco de Piedra 13.5,White,France,"Chunky and ripe, with notes of honey and pineapple balanced by something akin to wet stone. This is full bodied but not unstructured, with enough backbone to match with fatty fish, like salmon.",Parallèle 45,13,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2009 Parallèle 45 White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2009-parallele-45-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 19,Dessert,US,"Made from authentic Port grape varieties, this dessert wine is saved by the sugar. It's very sweet and honeyed, and even if it's a little one-dimensional, that raspberry and chocolate dimension is pretty good.",Portray Violeta Portuguese-Style Dessert Wine,32,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,PasoPort 2008 Portray Violeta Portuguese-Style Dessert Wine Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasoport-2008-portray-violeta-portuguese-style-dessert-wine-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2008,PasoPort 14.4,Red,US,"Here's a good, rich Cabernet for drinking now. It satisfies for the elaborate layers of blackberries, cherries and plums, enhanced with spicy, smoky oak. Full-bodied and tannic, it shows lots of elegant complexity for the price.",,20,87,California,North Coast,Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma,Martin Ray 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa-Mendocino-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-napa-mendocino-sonoma/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Martin Ray 14.5,Red,Spain,"Rich and lusty smelling, with a tight, saturated, grabby palate full of big berry, bacon and oaky flavors. The tannins are big and grabby, while the finish of espresso and toast ends with bitterness. Forceful and oaky RDD. Imported by USA Wine West.",Crianza,27,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Matarromera 2008 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matarromera-2008-crianza-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2008,Matarromera ,Red,France,"The wine has a lively, bright feel even though the structure is very present. The fruit is as crisp as possible, giving a tight as well as refreshing final taste.",Les Muriers,15,87,Beaujolais,Chiroubles,,Mommessin 2010 Les Muriers (Chiroubles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2010-muriers-gamay-chiroubles/,Gamay,2010,Mommessin ,Red,France,"For the year, this is ripe and soft, the core of dry tannins providing the counterbalance to the juicy red cherry flavors. The finish has lively acidity.",Château de Briante,14,87,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Mommessin 2010 Château de Briante (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2010-chateau-briante-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2010,Mommessin 14.8,Red,US,"This Livermore Valley Petite Sirah, from a producer that's done well with Syrah, is soft and round, docile even for a Petite Sirah, especially one at 14.8% alcohol. Opening with a hit of menthol and cocoa, the wine is fruit forward but tame and oaky throughout. Give it time to open and age.",Estate Vineyard,36,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Page Mill Winery 2007 Estate Vineyard Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/page-mill-winery-2007-estate-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Page Mill Winery 13.5,Red,US,"Juicy, sappy, with forward berry and spice flavors, this 14-grape, nonvintage red is a pleasant, all-purpose red. Just the sort of wine you want with burgers, pizza or pasta on a weekday night.",Vintner's Blend #11,16,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela NV Vintner's Blend #11 Red (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-nv-vintners-blend-11-red-southern/,Red Blend,,Abacela 13.5,Red,Italy,"Chewy, ripe fruit and jammy cherry aromas are backed by subtle hints of dried herb and rosemary. Pair this easy wine with grilled hamburgers or spicy barbecued pork ribs.",Centine,11,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Banfi 2009 Centine Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2009-centine-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Banfi 12,White,US,"Shows the zestiness and long hangtime flavors of Monterey Chardonnay, with strong pineapple, lime, kiwi and white peach fruit. Turns honey-sweet in the finish, but basically dry, and saved by a scour of acidity.",Ventana Vineyards,27,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Ahlgren 2009 Ventana Vineyards Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ahlgren-2009-ventana-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2009,Ahlgren ,White,Spain,"). Light and lemony on the nose. The palate has some baby fat and flab, but it's acidic enough to have kick. Flavors of sweet, tropical fruits are candied and a touch chunky, referencing pineapple and mango. Drink right away.",,17,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,La Caña 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-cana-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,La Caña 14,White,Italy,"Fresh, brilliant and crisp, this is a wonderful wine to pair with seafood or tuna salad. Vermentino delivers green aromas of lime, kiwi and cut grass backed by creamy peach and a touch of bitter almond.",,50,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Grattamacco 2008 Vermentino (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grattamacco-2008-italian-white-vermentino-bolgheri/,Vermentino,2008,Grattamacco 14.5,Red,US,"Give this pretty Cabernet a brief decant to let it breathe so the tannins can soften a little. It's too soft to age, but offers nice flavors now of blackberries, cherries, mocha, sage, cedar and spices.",Bunkhouse,30,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearst Ranch 2009 Bunkhouse Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearst-ranch-2009-bunkhouse-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Hearst Ranch 14.5,Red,US,"Dry, smooth and tannic, this is a polished wine for drinking now with a salted and peppered steak. Its cherry, tobacco and sandalwood flavors will complement the meat's grilled sweetness.",Lone Tree,35,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearst Ranch 2007 Lone Tree Cabernet Franc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearst-ranch-2007-lone-tree-cabernet-franc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Hearst Ranch 12,White,US,"Heady with characteristic scents of lychee, roses and savory spice, this dry Gewürztraminer is luscious on the palate with soft ripe melon and peach nectar notes. A hint of black tea leaf astringency helps to tame all the fruit and floral ebullience.",,15,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2009 Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazlitt-1852-2009-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,1852,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 14,Red,France,"Fans of natural wines should be beating a path to the doors of this fine cooperative, which has produced cuvées for numerous importers. The blend of this one is 60% Grenache, 25% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre and 5% Carignan, giving a wine with scents of raspberries and fine, well-worn leather and a long, silky finish. Drink now.",Domaine Grès St. Vincent Signargues,15,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Les Vignerons D'Estezargues 2008 Domaine Grès St. Vincent Signargues Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-destezargues-2008-domaine-gres-st-vincent-signargues-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Les Vignerons D'Estezargues 13.5,White,Spain,"Apple, toast and a hint of mineral on the nose precede a chunky, almost chubby palate with candied flavors of melon and apple. Turns creamier the longer it sits, with baked notes and a slight stickiness. 70% Viura and 30% Malvasia.",Erre Punto Barrel Fermented Blanco,30,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Remírez de Ganuza 2009 Erre Punto Barrel Fermented Blanco White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remirez-ganuza-2009-erre-punto-barrel-fermented-blanco-white-rioja/,White Blend,2009,Remírez de Ganuza 14.1,Red,Argentina,"Roasted, robust aromas feature typical berry scents along with herbal notes and leather. The palate is centered on tight-grained tannins and bold, dark berry flavors touched up by herbs and spice. Toast and bitter chocolate are most noticeable on the finish.",Famiglia Bianchi,19,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valentín Bianchi 2008 Famiglia Bianchi Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2008-famiglia-bianchi-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Valentín Bianchi 14.3,White,US,"Oak gives this wine buttered toast richness, while crisp Central Coast acidity makes it bright and clean. The flavors are pure Edna Valley Chardonnay, of limes, kiwi fruits, tangerines and minerals. Flashy and exotic, if a little direct.",Edna Ranch,25,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2009 Edna Ranch Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2009-edna-ranch-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Tolosa 13,Red,US,"Alluring on the nose with a bouquet of brandy and sweet maraschino cherries, this Pinot bursts with ripe red cherry flavors accented by hints of violet, cocoa and spice. Bright acidity and a coating of soft, powdery tannins lead to a persistent sour cherry finish.",,28,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Shaw 2007 Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-2007-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2007,Shaw 13.5,Red,Spain,"Aromas of balsam wood, leather, earth and mature berry come with a pinch of lemon. The palate is crisp and tight, with baked berry flavors followed by a wave of buttery oak and vanilla. That oak persists onto the finish, which is drying and hints at elegance. Drink now.",Mas d'Aranyó Reserva,15,87,Catalonia,Penedès,,Segura Viudas 2004 Mas d'Aranyó Reserva Tempranillo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-2004-mas-daranyo-reserva-tempranillo-penedes/,Tempranillo,2004,Segura Viudas 14.5,White,US,"Dryness and acidity characterize this Chardonnay, as well as the superripe apricot fruit that marks this chilly vineyard, in the coolest part of the Highlands. It's a brittle wine, enriched with caramelized oak. If you age it, expect the fruit to drop out rapidly.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Reserve,36,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Cinnabar 2008 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2008-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,Cinnabar 15.5,Rose,Spain,"Hard and harsh on the nose, with an odd clam-or-oyster shell aroma that comes back time and time again. The palate is narrow and tannic, with minerally berry and baked flavors. Grippy, hard and tannic on the finish, with red berry and cherry notes.",Miserere,84,87,Catalonia,Priorat,,Costers del Siurana 2007 Miserere Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costers-siurana-2007-miserere-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2007,Costers del Siurana 13.6,Red,US,"This young, tart and tannic Merlot has an earthy, astringent base supporting tight and sharply defined cranberry/cherry fruit. Highlights of anise and clove seep in, but the earthy tannins ultimately rule.",,28,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2008 Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2008-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,2008,Del Rio ,Red,France,"Boasting weight and some richness, the wine shows that the northern Beaujolais crus are the most successful in 2010. The cherry and sweet plum flavors are laced with ripe acidity as well as a mineral edge.",Sélection,15,87,Beaujolais,Saint-Amour,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Sélection (Saint-Amour),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-selection-gamay-saint-amour/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 13.5,Red,US,"Forward and juicy, this fruity blend tastes of berries and cherry candy fruit. Tannins are light, and new oak not much in evidence. The unusual name was coined by the owners' young daughter, who named her fruit juice and water blend “fortooay.”","4-2,A",25,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,"Quady North 2008 4-2,A Syrah (Rogue Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-north-2008-4-2-a-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,2008,Quady North 14.5,White,US,"Bright acidity gives the tangerine and citron flavors of this Chardonnay a bite. It's very dry, clean and minerally, and finishes with a mouthwatering scour.",,28,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2009 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Schug 13.5,Red,Spain,"Starts out a bit soupy and thick, with earthy mulch and heavy berry aromas. Medium in body but with smacking tannins and snappy flavors of plum and raspberry. Quite ""red"" in terms of flavors, with fresh tomato notes. Finishes oaky, with a hint of chocolate.",Barrica,37,87,Galicia,Ribeira Sacra,,Peza do Rei 2007 Barrica Mencía (Ribeira Sacra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peza-rei-2007-barrica-spanish-red-mencia-ribeira-sacra/,Mencía,2007,Peza do Rei 15.2,Red,US,"Ripe, jammy fruit marks this Cabernet. Floods the mouth with raspberry, cherry and blackberry jam flavors, accented with smoky oak. A bit one-dimensional, with a candied sweetness, but delicious. Drink now.",D'Adamo Vineyard,75,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Piña 2008 D'Adamo Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pina-2008-dadamo-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Piña 12.5,Red,France,"In Beaujolais, 2010 was a firm and structured year, and this is very evident in this darkly tannic wine. It is packed with juicy acidity and red berry fruits, while it is also in need of several months' aging.",Sélection,13,87,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Sélection (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-selection-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 14,Red,US,"An easy wine whose ripe fruit and oak flavors are immediately likeable. The cherries, raspberries and plums have a jammy sweetness, yet the tannins are firm. Easy to find, with 27,300 cases produced.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Frei Brothers 2008 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2008-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2008,Frei Brothers 14.5,Red,US,"Seems pricy for what you get, which is a good but straightforward Pinot Noir to drink now. It's dry and elegant, with Pinot's silky texture, yet one-dimensional in cherry, cola and spice flavors, with a quick finish.",,43,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Sanford 2009 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Sanford 14,Red,Spain,"Among $8 reds this is really good. The nose is roasted and jammy, and it deepens and cleans up with airing. The palate is full, chunky and offers proper balance, while the flavors are plummy and deep, with a touch of raisin and rubber. Solid on the finish, with grapy lasting flavors.",,8,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Veraz 2008 Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veraz-2008-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2008,Veraz 14,Red,Italy,"Poggio alla Guardia opens with tart, bright aromas of white cherry and forest berry. There's a touch of white almond at the end that lends a bitter touch.",Poggio alla Guardia,25,87,Tuscany,Maremma,,Rocca di Frassinello 2008 Poggio alla Guardia (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-frassinello-2008-poggio-alla-guardia-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2008,Rocca di Frassinello ,Red,France,"Some richness and smoky flavors, although the acidity is also very present. Flavors of red cherry and pepper are balanced by a core of tannins.",L'Enfer des Balloquets,20,87,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Robert Perroud 2010 L'Enfer des Balloquets (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-perroud-2010-lenfer-balloquets-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2010,Robert Perroud 13,White,Spain,"A bit resiny and hard at first, with apple and a lot of oak on a compact, somewhat neutral nose. It's a heavy wine in the mouth, with oak on top of lemon, apple and green banana flavors. Finishes resiny, with odd spice notes. Viura, Malvasia and Garnacha Blanca is the mix.",Organza,30,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2009 Organza White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2009-organza-white-rioja/,White Blend,2009,Sierra Cantabria 14.5,White,US,"Lots of rich delights in this fruity blend of Syrah, Mourvèdre, Zinfandel and Grenache. It's a bit rustic, with zingy acidity, but beautifully layered, with flavors of wild berries, cherries, tobacco, crisp smoky bacon and sweet oak.",Red X,15,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,X 2009 Red X Red (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2009-red-north-coast/,Red Blend,2009,X 13.5,Red,Spain,"Starts out rough, with latex, rubber and leathery aromas. After those smells subside, the palate is lively and solid, with tangy red berry and red plum flavors. Finishes firm and tight, with juicy acidity. A blend of Merlot, Cabernet, Tempranillo and Petit Verdot.",Negre Selecció,23,87,Catalonia,Penedès,,Huguet de Can Feixes 2006 Negre Selecció Red (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huguet-can-feixes-2006-negre-seleccio-red-penedes/,Red Blend,2006,Huguet de Can Feixes 12,White,Austria,"For its light alcohol, the wine feels full, with caramel as well as green apple fruit flavors. There is a tang here, almost a prickle on the tongue. Screwcap.",Veltlinsky,15,87,Niederösterreich,,,Graf Hardegg 2010 Veltlinsky Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-hardegg-2010-veltlinsky-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Graf Hardegg ,Red,France,"A wine with considerable structure, balanced by a good dollop of sweet fruits. The wine has weight, a tight final acidity and a finish that hints at some aging potential.",,19,87,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Henry Fessy 2010 Brouilly,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2010-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2010,Henry Fessy ,Red,France,"Warm, rounded and open style of wine with attractive fruits, hints of raisins and a smoky character. Not for aging.",,19,87,Beaujolais,Côte de Brouilly,,Henry Fessy 2009 Côte de Brouilly,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2009-gamay-cote-brouilly/,Gamay,2009,Henry Fessy 14,Red,US,"Good Pinot Noir, dry and racy, with pleasant cherry, cola and spice flavors. Brisk acidity and a tug of tannins give it structural integrity. Could be more focused, but a fairly interesting specimen.",,90,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,David Family 2009 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-family-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,David Family 14.3,Red,US,"Lots of dazzlingly ripe fruit in this rich, crisply acidic Pinot. It rocks with raspberries, cherries, pomegranates, cola and even hints of sweet, cinnamon-spiced mocha, as well as the toast and vanilla from oak. It's made for drinking now.",Doctor's Vineyard,38,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Damian Rae 2009 Doctor's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damian-rae-2009-doctors-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Damian Rae 14.4,Red,US,"A smooth, rich, ripe Merlot for drinking now with a nice steak. It's sturdy in tannins, with delicious cherry and oak flavors that have layers of complexity.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Martin Ray 2009 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2009-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Martin Ray 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark in color, with full, ripe blackberry aromas. This is a fresh but generous everyday Tempranillo with generic black fruit flavors and a dose of licorice. Finishes ripe and creamy, with medicinality and sweetness. Good value.",,10,87,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Paso a Paso 2009 Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paso-a-paso-2009-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2009,Paso a Paso 13.4,White,US,"Sharp and yeasty, this tastes as if it jumped straight out of the fermenter. It's got a natural tang and tart citrus fruits. Drink it over the next couple of years while the freshness remains.",Temperance Hill Vineyard,20,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lumos 2010 Temperance Hill Vineyard Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lumos-2010-temperance-hill-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Lumos 12,White,US,"First impressions of fresh apple and lemon take a dark and mysterious turn amidst layers of smoke and petrol in this multifaceted wine. A hint of white pepper brightens concentrated apple flavors in the midpalate, leading to a pleasantly astringent black tea finish.",Drink New York,10,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run NV Drink New York Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-nv-drink-new-york-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,,Fox Run 14,Red,Italy,"Syrah Sodamagri opens with a dark garnet color and easy aromas of red cherry, natural rubber and spice. The mouthfeel is soft and yielding and the wine is informal and food friendly overall.",Sodamagri,,87,Tuscany,Maremma,,Fortediga 2007 Sodamagri (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortediga-2007-sodamagri-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maremma/,Syrah,2007,Fortediga 13,Rose,US,"Bubblegummy and fresh in acidity, this rosé tastes like a young Beaujolais, with strawberry and raspberry fruit. It's an enjoyable wine to wash down little tapas plates of olives, ham, salted nuts.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Demetria 2010 Rosé (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demetria-2010-rose-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rosé,2010,Demetria 13,Red,Italy,"There's a succulent, ripe quality to this wine that is followed by masculine tones of dried tobacco and carob seed. The wine is soft and smooth on the close with pulpy fruit tones and medium intensity.",,13,87,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Dreolino 2009 Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dreolino-2009-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2009,Dreolino 13.5,White,US,"Lots of tangy acidity in this Chard, and tannins too. It has a grainy, stubborn mouthfeel. Shows plenty of pineapple, orange, apricot and lime flavors, with sweet oak essence, but cant quite overcome that resistant tug. Drink now.",Monument Tree Vineyard,39,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,32 Winds 2008 Monument Tree Vineyard Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/32-winds-2008-monument-tree-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,32 Winds 13.6,Red,US,"A lighter style of Pinot Noir, but lovely for drinking now. It has flavors of tea, cola, strawberry jam and dusty spices, and is dry and silky. Fresh and easy, at a good price.",Rita's Earth,22,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Babcock 2009 Rita's Earth Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2009-ritas-earth-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Babcock 13.7,White,US,"A fine, elegant Chardonnay for drinking now. It has rich, honeyed layers of buttercream, citrus and tropical fruits and spices, brightened with crisp acidity.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Babcock 14.5,Red,US,"Lusty, rich and tannic, this rustic-chic Zin trades elegance and subtlety for sheer dynamic power. Its wild blackberry, cola and mulberry flavors tread the fine line between dry and off-dry, exploding in the mouth, then finishing in a scour of astringency.",Tina's Block Maple Vineyards,48,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Armida 2009 Tina's Block Maple Vineyards Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2009-tinas-block-maple-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Armida 14,Red,Italy,"Three popular grape varieties, Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, are blended to produce an easy, food-friendly wine with pretty berry tones and background renderings of exotic spice.",Rosso,18,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Altesino 2008 Rosso Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altesino-2008-rosso-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2008,Altesino 12.5,White,US,"There are some elegant floral highlights in the nose, leading into a fairly substantial mouthful of mixed citrus, apricot and peach fruit. Bigger than most Oregon Pinot Blancs, this has a round, fruity flavor with a hint of sweetness.",Estate,12,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2009 Estate Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2009-estate-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Château Bianca 13.5,Red,France,"La Nerthe's white is a blend of Clairette, Bourboulenc, Roussanne and Grenache Blanc. The result is a slightly floral wine that's full bodied yet lacking flesh on the midpalate. The apricot and citrus flavors finish with surprising freshness.",,50,87,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château La Nerthe 2009 White (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nerthe-2009-white-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Château La Nerthe 15.6,Red,US,"Extremely ripe, oaky and decadent, but all that richness comes at the cost of a certain absence of subtlety. Few wines are this rich in blackberries, cherries, raspberries and milk chocolate, but it's all front loaded. Turns somewhat tired and hot in alcohol after a sip or two.",Estate,85,87,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-2008-estate-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2008,Chalk Hill 14,Rose,Spain,"Light, fruity and clean smelling, with a touch of candy to the nose. The palate, especially for an $8 Garnacha rosé, is zesty and spunky, with cherry, plum and citrus flavors. Crisp and crackling through the finish.",,8,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2010 Rosé (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2010-rose-campo-borja/,Rosé,2010,Borsao 11.5,White,Austria,"). Phillip Zull's offering in the light, fresh Grüner Veltliner stakes is as light and fresh as they come. It's a burst of fruitiness across the palate, starring bright citrus and green fruits, with bone-dry acidity. Screwcap.",Lust & Laune,12,87,Niederösterreich,,,Zull 2010 Lust & Laune Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zull-2010-lust-laune-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Zull 13,Red,France,"This is a medium-bodied, fruit-driven Syrah that seems built for immediate consumption. Black cherry fruit is in the lead, with hints of chocolate and lavender to spice things up. Eminently quaffable, with bright fruit and a lingering finish.",,26,87,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Vignobles La Coterie 2009 Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-coterie-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2009,Vignobles La Coterie 13.5,Red,US,"Lots of racy acidity in this light-bodied wine. It has the flavor of tart sour cherry candy, but is bone dry. Shows that pure, transparent Edna Valley minerality that makes its wines so easy to like.",Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard,35,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Verdad 2008 Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard Tempranillo (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verdad-2008-sawyer-lindquist-vineyard-tempranillo-central-coast-edna-valley/,Tempranillo,2008,Verdad 13.5,Red,Spain,"A bit hard and leathery smelling, but there's enough cedar and smoky darkness to the nose that it invites you in. The palate is tight and drying, with earthy, slightly herbal flavors of spiced red berry. Short on fruit come finishing time but showing length, juicy acidity and structure.",,11,87,Catalonia,Montsant,,Gran Vinaio 2007 Grenache (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gran-vinaio-2007-grenache-montsant/,Grenache,2007,Gran Vinaio 13,White,Austria,"Tight, mineral wine, with apple and spice flavors. There is some weight as well as clean green fruits. There is an attractive fresh feel here, very drinkable now, best with food. Screwcap.",Bürsting Reserve,,87,Weinviertel,,,Ebner-Ebenauer 2010 Bürsting Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ebner-ebenauer-2010-bursting-reserve-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Ebner-Ebenauer 11.4,White,US,"Savory on the nose with pressed apple notes brightened by a dash of coriander spice, this semi-sweet Riesling is brisk with a lemony acidity and concentrated, honey-kissed apple flavors. Unusually spiced, it's a tempting companion for lighter South Indian fare.",,12,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Hosmer 2009 Riesling (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hosmer-2009-riesling-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Riesling,2009,Hosmer 13.5,White,Argentina,"More minerally and tight than most, with a bit of brine and lettuce to go with tropical fruit aromas. The palate is citrusy and features a beam of bright acidity that props up melon and citrus flavors. Full and forceful late, with some burn to the finish.",Don David Finca La Primavera #3,20,87,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2010 Don David Finca La Primavera #3 Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2010-don-david-finca-primavera-3-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2010,Michel Torino 19,Dessert,US,"Very sweet in honey and bubbling brown sugar, with a nice fruity core of blackberries and mocha. Could be a little more concentrated and focused, with a simple finish, but it gets the job done with admirable dessert wine hedonism.",Portray Ruby California-Style Dessert Wine,30,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,PasoPort 2007 Portray Ruby California-Style Dessert Wine Port (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasoport-2007-portray-ruby-california-style-dessert-wine-port-blend-port-central-coast-paso-robles/,Port,2007,PasoPort 13,Red,Italy,"This blend of Syrah (40%), Sangiovese, Alicante, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot offers creamy aromas of milk chocolate and blueberry followed by a chewy, slightly raw mouthfeel.",,14,87,Tuscany,Maremma,,Poggio Morino 2008 Maremma,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-morino-2008-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2008,Poggio Morino ,Red,US,"This opens with a clean evocation of Pinot Noir aromas—delicate, almost ethereal, like a wisp of cherry and caramel and moist earth. It turns a bit hard and acidic in the mouth, suggestion that further cellaring is in order. The pieces are here to make a wine with genuine ageability.",,15,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Oak Knoll 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-knoll-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Oak Knoll ,White,US,"Oak Knoll's Pinot Gris is a sturdy, steady expression of the grape's main strengths. Vintage in and vintage out, the wine has plenty of ripe apple and pear fruit flavors, with citrusy highlights and a splash of refreshing acidity.",,12,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Oak Knoll 2008 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-knoll-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Oak Knoll 14.5,Red,US,"Murrietta's Well is a partnership between Phil Wente and Sergio Traverso devoted mostly to Bordeaux varieties. This red blend, along with a sister white, called The Whip, are new this vintage. The result is sound and structured with notes of both blue and blackberry, a little licorice, a little chocolate and some oaky tannins.",The Spur,25,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Murrieta's Well 2008 The Spur Red (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murrietas-well-2008-spur-red-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Murrieta's Well 13,White,Austria,"No mistaking the spicy Traminer aromas here, nor the ripe lychee flavored wine. It isnt just spice, with a good line of fresh acidity as well as attractive green plum fruit flavors. Screwcap.",Traminer Classic,19,87,Burgenland,,,Münzenrieder 2008 Traminer Classic Traminer (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/munzenrieder-2008-traminer-classic-other-white-traminer-burgenland/,Traminer,2008,Münzenrieder 11.7,White,US,"Zesty lime skins meld with sweet honey and yellow florals on the nose of this semisweet Riesling. It's gorgeously concentrated yet elegant with a sheer, minerally midpalate and a hint of spice on the finish.",,12,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Red Newt Cellars 2009 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-newt-cellars-2009-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Red Newt Cellars 12.9,White,US,"This first Pinot Gris from this small grower shows plenty of pear flavors, with some astringent skin flavors huddled around the core fruit. It holds there consistently, but does not move; it's a bit monolithic.",,13,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Dion 2010 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dion-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Dion 13.5,Rose,US,"Cline always does a nice job with its old-vine Mourvedre, particularly with its Rose, which is surprisingly light on its feet given how big varietal Mourvedre bottlings can be. This wine is perfect for summer or even around Thanksgiving, with ample acidity and pleasing flavors of pomegranate and plum, a good pairing with seafood or anything spicy.",Mourvèdre,12,87,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 2010 Mourvèdre Rosé (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2010-mourvedre-rose-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Rosé,2010,Cline 14.5,Red,US,"With a little Petite Sirah and Carignane blended in for depth and complexity, this is a nice Zinfandel for everyday drinking. It's dry and full-bodied, and while the tannins are strong, they're perfect for busting up rich barbecue. Shows all the fruity spiciness you expect from a lusty Zin.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dashe Cellars 2009 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Dashe Cellars 15.4,Red,US,"Lots to like in this dry, velvety Syrah. It's very rich, offering waves of black cherry pie filling, bacon, black pepper and sandalwood flavors wrapped into firm tannins. Loses a few points due to a vegetal note in the aroma.",Focus,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Bernat 2008 Focus Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernat-2008-focus-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Bernat 14,Red,Spain,"Generic and quiet on the nose except for a touch of spearmint and dried spice. The palate is crisp and focused, with size and grip to go with solid raspberry and plum fruit. Textured and good on the finish, which folds in herb and spice flavors.",,13,87,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Vega Ibor 2007 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-ibor-2007-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2007,Vega Ibor 12.2,White,US,"The low alcohol suggests either grapes that were barely ripe, or some significant residual sugar. Flavors dont seem too green, certainly not vegetal, more to the citrus and fresh herb side of the spectrum. If there is r.s. it is masked by the acidity, and so you have a mellow, round, citrusy, mouth-pleasing all-purpose white wine.",,15,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Spindrift Cellars 2010 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spindrift-cellars-2010-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2010,Spindrift Cellars 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a solid Pinot Noir for drinking now with a fine steak or chop. It's dry, tannic and silky in the mouth, with pretty flavors of cherries and cola.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Schug 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Schug 13.5,Rose,France,"This is a plump, medium-bodied rosé, vibrant with confected berry fruit and undertones of mossy stones and peppery spice. Should be versatile at the table, as it's fresh enough to handle fish yet intense enough to partner grilled meats.",,20,87,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Les Vignes des Prêcheurs 2010 Tavel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignes-precheurs-2010-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2010,Les Vignes des Prêcheurs 12,White,France,"Round and mouthfilling, with modest melon and pear fruit but ample concentration and length, this satisfying Rhône white should be enjoyed over the next 6–9 months.",,10,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château de l'Estagnol 2009 White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lestagnol-2009-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Château de l'Estagnol 13,Red,France,"Cave de Tain has three levels of Saint-Joseph. This may be the entry-level one, but it's still a nice Syrah, combining hints of smoke with black cherry and pepper aromas and flavors. It could use more richness on the palate, but pair it with a juicy steak and it will do just fine now and for the next couple of years.",,25,87,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Cave de Tain 2009 Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2009,Cave de Tain 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Balsam wood, earthy notes and lightly leafy berry aromas lead to a juicy palate with plum, herb and tea flavors. Fresh on the finish, with size, nice flow and clean berry flavors. Nothing unusual here.",Trumpeter,11,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2010 Trumpeter Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2010-trumpeter-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2010,Rutini 14.2,White,US,"Made in the ripe, sweet, oaky California style, this barrel-fermented Chardonnay has flavors of pineapples, pears, peaches, buttered toast and vanilla cream, balanced with crisp acidity.",Milady,38,85,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Y Rousseau 2009 Milady Chardonnay (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rousseau-2009-milady-chardonnay-napa-mount-veeder/,Chardonnay,2009,Y Rousseau 14.5,Red,US,"Muted and simple, a Petite Sirah that's oaky and has some sage and blackberry going on but a bit of a bitter finish.",,18,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Diamond Ridge Vineyards 2008 Petite Sirah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-ridge-vineyards-2008-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Petite Sirah,2008,Diamond Ridge Vineyards 14.5,White,US,"This Chardonnay is mostly about oak. It's strong in buttered toast and butterscotch flavors, with suggestions of pineapples, green apples and pears. Shows good acidity, but is just too oaky to earn a higher score.",Ceja Vineyard,40,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Olabisi 2008 Ceja Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olabisi-2008-ceja-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Olabisi 13.5,White,US,"An easy-to-drink wine, with a tart tang of gooseberries to the orange, lemon and lime flavors. A good value for a dry, crisply clean sipper.",,11,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Hess Select 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-select-2010-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Hess Select 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Smells baked and stalky, with more earth than fresh fruit aromas. The palate is big and grabby, with plodding tannins and lightly herbal berry flavors that yield to carob and spice on the finish. Low acidity.",,15,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ñandú 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nandu-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Ñandú 14.5,Rose,Spain,"Smells grassy and sweaty, kind of like Sauvignon Blanc. The palate is chunky and awkward feeling, with pink grapefruit and passion fruit flavors. Fades fast and easy on the finish. Contains 20% Verdejo in addition to Tempranillo, which explains the citrusy aromas and flavors. Imported by USA Wine West.",,,84,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Val de Los Frailes 2010 Rosado (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-los-frailes-2010-rose-rosado-cigales/,Rosado,2010,Val de Los Frailes 14,White,Italy,"From the Pisa area of Tuscany, this toasty Sauvignon Blanc opens with almond tones and stone fruit and delivers a bitter twist of sour orange on the close.",Pian Lungo,,83,Tuscany,Toscana,,Gualandi 2007 Pian Lungo Sauvignon Blanc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gualandi-2007-pian-lungo-sauvignon-blanc-toscana/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Gualandi 13.5,White,US,A simple Chardonnay with sweet and sour flavors of sugared pineapples and vanilla that finish soft.,,13,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2009 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Geyser Peak 12.5,Red,Spain,"Thin aromas suggest medicinality and cherry cough drop. Grabby, tannic and scratchy feeling, with lean and generic red berry flavors. Stays tangy and light on the finish, but at least it's fresh.",Gran Feudo Crianza,15,82,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 2006 Gran Feudo Crianza Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-2006-gran-feudo-crianza-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Bodegas Julián Chivite 12.8,White,Argentina,"Waxy and smells like corn on the cob. Spritzy and out of balance, with grapefruity flavors and mealy citrus on the finish. Not fresh for a current-vintage wine.",Made with organic grapes,13,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,VinEcol 2010 Made with organic grapes Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinecol-2010-made-with-organic-grapes-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,VinEcol 13.9,White,US,"Unripe, with bell pepper and ammonia aromas and flavors dominating the citrus fruits. Will get by in big parties as a house white.",White X,15,80,California,North Coast,North Coast,X 2010 White X White (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2010-white-north-coast/,White Blend,2010,X 13.3,Red,Argentina,"Smells faux and sweet, like strawberry jam mixed with odd baking spices. Pasty feeling, with a strange, grainy set of red fruit flavors. Oaky, hot and cloying on the finish.",,8,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma del Sur 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-sur-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Alma del Sur 12.5,Rose,Spain,"Foxy aromas suggest a wet dog and mealy red fruit. The mouthfeel is flat and waffles, while the flavor profile is pure apple skins and raw cherry juice. Barely worth a sip.",BT Syrah,9,80,Central Spain,Almansa,,Bodegas Tintoralba 2010 BT Syrah Rosé (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-tintoralba-2010-bt-syrah-rose-almansa/,Rosé,2010,Bodegas Tintoralba 14.5,Red,US,"This wine is astringent, green and stemmy, bitter on the finish and overly acidified and oaky in between.",J&S Reserve,30,80,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Scott Harvey 2008 J&S Reserve Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-harvey-2008-j-s-reserve-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,2008,Scott Harvey 14.5,Red,US,"Not much here except vegetal fruit, sharp tannins and volatile acidity.",Viola V,63,80,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Sno Road 2007 Viola V Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sno-road-2007-viola-v-cabernet-sauvignon-other-columbia-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sno Road 12.5,White,Spain,Gritty and hard on the nose. The palate is spritzy in feel and tastes vegetal and bitter. Briney on the finish. Just not that good. 70% Chardonnay and 30% Moscatel.,Mesta,8,80,Central Spain,Uclés,,Bodegas Fontana 2010 Mesta White (Uclés),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-fontana-2010-mesta-white-ucles/,White Blend,2010,Bodegas Fontana 13,Red,Spain,"Leathery, earthy and cheesy on the nose, which suggests brett. The palate is sheer and lacks body, while the flavors are more leathery and herbal than anything. Rough on the tongue.",,12,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Cota 585 2009 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cota-585-2009-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Cota 585 ,Red,Italy,"One of the best wines to emerge from the Italian peninsula, this beautiful Barolo delivers dark, sensual concentration, a firm but silky feel and sophisticated aromas of mature fruit, sandalwood, exotic spice, dried rose petal, licorice, dried herbs and cola. It's a solid, gorgeous wine with very long aging potential.",Bricco Rocche Prapó,,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ceretto 2007 Bricco Rocche Prapó (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2007-bricco-rocche-prapo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Ceretto ,Red,France,"A very rich wine, showing all the opulence of 2009. Black plums, damsons and wood flavors are already combined and integrated. The acidity in all this richness and power seems low, leaving the tannins to support aging.",Clos de Saint-Denis,304,95,Burgundy,Clos Saint-Denis,,Domaine Dujac 2009 Clos de Saint-Denis (Clos Saint-Denis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dujac-2009-clos-saint-denis-pinot-noir-clos-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Dujac ,Red,France,"A powerful, classic Chambertin, intensely structured and tannic. The sweet black fruit is potentially enormous, still finding its place among the tannins. Spice, with a mineral streak, gives the wine added complexity. Very dense in texture, this will age 10 years and many more.",Chambertin,360,95,Burgundy,Chambertin,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2009 Chambertin (Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2009-chambertin-pinot-noir-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Jacques Prieur ,White,France,"The grandest of all white Burgundy vineyards, Montrachet has produced a powerful, great wine, with impressive ripe, dense fruit. There is still elegance, a sense of proportion, but the opulence of the Chardonnay here is impossible to resist.",,440,95,Burgundy,Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2009 Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-chardonnay-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Latour 14.4,Red,US,"Massive, flamboyantly rich, a real treasure in the mouth. Just dazzles with the intensity of cherries, black raspberries, Dr. Pepper, plums, sweet vanilla-scented sandalwood and a wild array of savory spices. The wine is a small-production barrel selection from the estate vineyard, which is in the heart of the Green Valley. Drink now and through 2013, at least.",Cristina Don Miguel Vineyard,49,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2007 Cristina Don Miguel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2007-cristina-don-miguel-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Marimar Estate ,Red,France,"A structured wine, with great density of fruit, richness of texture and at the same time acidity. Its black fruit and red berry flavors are pure and very linear while also giving the wine a full-bodied character.",Echézeaux,370,95,Burgundy,Echézeaux,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2009 Echézeaux (Echézeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2009-echezeaux-pinot-noir-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Jacques Prieur 14.6,Red,US,"Seductive and complex, the inviting aromas mix incense, blueberries, cassis, licorice and threads of herb and graphite. Flavors are wrapped tightly and unfold gracefully through a long finish. The herbal side of Cabernet is noted without being intrusive. Classic, deep and expressive.",Père de Famille,60,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Betz Family 2008 Père de Famille Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2008-pere-famille-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Betz Family ,Red,France,"This beautifully perfumed wine shows structure, dark tannins as well as great charm. The acidity is layered with black fruits and dry tannins. Age for 7–8 years or more.",,280,96,Burgundy,Echézeaux,,Domaine Dujac 2009 Echézeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dujac-2009-pinot-noir-echezeaux/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Dujac 15,Red,Italy,"This is an exceptional wine that will leave a mark, and a memory, with those who drink it. It's irresistible because of its brilliant, but simple, philosophy. Traditional Nebbiolo tones of cola, licorice and pressed violets are set beautifully against modern tones of spice, chocolate and vanilla. It's the integration of these two extremes that make this Barolo so important.",Bricco Gattera,80,96,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cordero di Montezemolo 2007 Bricco Gattera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cordero-montezemolo-2007-bricco-gattera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cordero di Montezemolo ,Red,France,"A sumptuous wine, rich in bright red fruits, with a structure and depth of flavor to match. The wine is gorgeously ripe, opening its heart quickly. Acidity, bitter chocolate and dark cherries go with the tannic core to promise long aging.",Musigny,510,96,Burgundy,Musigny,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2009 Musigny (Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2009-musigny-pinot-noir-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Jacques Prieur ,Red,France,"Very opulent, very rich, this is a complex, structured wine packed with fruit and brooding tannins. It is already rich, and will develop into a beautifully intense, concentrated and generous wine.",Clos de la Roche,304,96,Burgundy,Clos de la Roche,,Domaine Dujac 2009 Clos de la Roche (Clos de la Roche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dujac-2009-clos-roche-pinot-noir-clos-roche/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Dujac 14.5,Red,US,"Gilles Nicault, who oversees the Long Shadows portfolio, makes this pure Cabernet. If this had a Napa Valley label on it, it could sell for three times the price. The structure is full and fleshy, but with the vividly bright fruit that screams Washington State. Juicy acidity underscores the berries, cherries and plums; the generously applied new oak adds texture and layers of caramel, coconut and chocolate. A bottle that belongs with Washington's (and California's) best.",Andreas,80,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Den Hoed 2007 Andreas Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/den-hoed-2007-andreas-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Den Hoed ,Red,Italy,"Mascarello presents an outstanding 2007 base Barolo (with fruit sourced from the Barolo and La Morra zones) that is packed extra tight with generosity, concentration and rich chocolate, cherry and leather aromas. The long finish is soft and velvety, but the tannins and acidity guarantee a long future ahead.",,,96,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cantina Bartolo Mascarello 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-bartolo-mascarello-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cantina Bartolo Mascarello 14.7,Red,US,"In comparison with the 2008 Cabernet, this is the bigger wine, less sleek, more chewy. As it opens in the glass, the aromas display incense scents, and there is assertive, blocky, chewy fruit––especially black cherry. The tannins are also bigger, blockier, more substantial than the Cabernet. With hours of breathing time, exotic spices (saffron and more) emerge.",Reserve,135,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2008 Reserve Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2008-reserve-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Leonetti Cellar ,Red,US,"A fine expression of the special strengths of the DuBrul vineyard. The fruit is pure and juicy, a riot of blueberry, blackberry and cassis. There is a focused thread of fresh herb and as the nose expands the baking spices kick in beautifully. A wine to study and explore; it can continue to evolve for hours, if not days.",Creative Impulse DuBrul Vineyard,95,97,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Rasa 2008 Creative Impulse DuBrul Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rasa-2008-creative-impulse-dubrul-vineyard-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2008,Rasa ,Red,France,"Firm, but so generous and elegant. There is an ethereal perfumed character, along with mineral and earth notes. The tannins are integrating well in this powerful, impressive, ageworthy wine.",,344,97,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,Domaine Dujac 2009 Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dujac-2009-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Dujac 14.6,Red,US,"Dense, aromatic, layered and rich, this wine explodes from the glass with scents and flavors of concentrated berries, cassis, black cherry, and more. The vines have reached a mature stage that amplifies the fruit and keeps the generous barrel flavors in perfect balance. The barrel notes roll on in a chorus of toasty accents, and the finish is as good in the last minute as the first whiff from the glass.",,85,98,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Leonetti Cellar 15.9,Red,US,"Thick and pruney, densely tannic, with an odd, muted mouthfeel and little evidence of fruit.",Echo West Vineyard,38,80,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Sno Road 2008 Echo West Vineyard Tempranillo (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sno-road-2008-echo-west-vineyard-tempranillo-other-columbia-valley-or/,Tempranillo,2008,Sno Road 14.4,Red,US,"An overipe, old wine, dry and harsh. Even at this price, it's not very rewarding.",,16,80,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spell Wine 2006 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spell-wine-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2006,Spell Wine 13,White,Spain,"Stemmy and grassy smelling, with mealy white fruit aromas. The palate isn't very fresh; instead it's rather mushy. Tastes sweet, green and weedy, with a similar finish. Past its prime.",,10,80,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Tapeña 2009 Verdejo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapena-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Verdejo,2009,Tapeña 14.5,Red,Spain,"Frankly this smells outright burnt and rubbery. The palate is fleshy and tastes like herbal berry, ripe tomato and herbs. Carob and more herbal notes work the finish of this clumsy blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Cuatrocientos Crianza,17,81,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Inurrieta 2005 Cuatrocientos Crianza Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inurrieta-2005-cuatrocientos-crianza-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-navarra/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Inurrieta 13,White,US,"Sweet and acidic, with strong gooseberry flavors that veer into ammonia.",,14,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clayhouse 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2010-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Clayhouse 13,Rose,US,"Overtly sweet and simple, with sugary flavors of raspberries, oranges and vanilla.",Adobe Pink,14,81,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clayhouse 2010 Adobe Pink Rosé (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2010-adobe-pink-rose-central-coast/,Rosé,2010,Clayhouse 13.5,Red,US,"Leather and dust, with thin raspberry fruit that is pretty well buried under the barnyard flavors.",Dijon Blocks,45,81,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Van Duzer 2008 Dijon Blocks Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-duzer-2008-dijon-blocks-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Van Duzer 13.5,White,Argentina,"Oddly and overly aromatic, like a blast of air freshener straight to the nostrils. In the mouth it's weakly balanced, while the flavors don't rise above pineapple juice and mealy melon.",Flaca,17,81,Other,Cafayate,,Xavier Flouret 2009 Flaca Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2009-flaca-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2009,Xavier Flouret 14.2,Red,US,"A fairly crude wine, sharp and dry, with bubblegum and raspberry jam flavors.",,20,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Vintners Signatures 2009 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vintners-signatures-2009-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2009,Vintners Signatures 12.9,Rose,US,"Dark in color for a rosé, a weird orange, root beer color, and heavy in the mouth, with sugary sweet, jammy raspberry and apricot flavors.",Rosé of,16,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Taft Street 2010 Rosé of Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taft-street-2010-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2010,Taft Street 13.5,Red,Spain,"Raisiny, heavy stuff made from a mix of Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. It's thick and awkward, with molasses on the nose then tomato, plum and herbal flavors. Lacks balance and mouthfeel while pouring on the weight.",ops,13,82,Catalonia,Penedès,,Loxarel 2007 ops Red (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loxarel-2007-ops-red-penedes/,Red Blend,2007,Loxarel 13.8,White,US,"The cold vintage compromised this wine, giving it high acidity and unripe flavors of green peppercorns, citrus fruits, dried hay and ammonia.",Willowside,20,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merriam 2010 Willowside Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2010-willowside-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Merriam 13.9,White,Argentina,"An oaky wine that's funky at all checkpoints. The nose is briney and cheesy, while the palate is astringent and offers a speck of orange but mostly just resiny oak. And it's barrel city on the finish.",Calathus Roble,22,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Don Carlos 2009 Calathus Roble Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-don-carlos-2009-calathus-roble-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Finca Don Carlos 13.5,Red,Spain,"A nervy wine with sweet aromas and a hint of nail polish. The palate is chippy and sweet, with minty green accents. Hot and tight on the finish, with a resin-like flavor and sharp acidity.",Cortijo III Tinto,10,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Cortijo 2009 Cortijo III Tinto (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortijo-2009-iii-tinto-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-rioja/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2009,Cortijo 13,White,Italy,"A note of sulfur has a hard time blowing off, but once it does this luminous Vernaccia offers loads of honey and peach followed by medium density and creaminess.",,,82,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Castello di Poppiano 2008 Vernaccia (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poppiano-2008-italian-white-vernaccia-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Vernaccia,2008,Castello di Poppiano 14,Red,US,"Rough, earthy and tannic, with simple, high-toned, black cherry fruit, and substantial tannins that seem to have been somehow smoothed over, leaving the wine a bit dull.",Viola V,73,82,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Sno Road 2006 Viola V Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sno-road-2006-viola-v-cabernet-sauvignon-other-columbia-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Sno Road 14.6,Red,US,"Dry, sharp and raisiny, a tough wine to like. Shows all kinds of imbalances, from too much acidity to an absence of fruit.",Estate,30,82,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Saucelito Canyon 2009 Estate Zinfandel (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saucelito-canyon-2009-estate-zinfandel-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Saucelito Canyon 12.5,White,US,"Savory on the nose and palate with subdued notes of apples and nuts. The vibrant acidity is refreshing, but overall a bit lacking in concentration and depth.",,28,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2009-sauvignon-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Comtesse Thérèse 14.4,White,US,"A heavy, oaky Chardonnay whose tropical fruit and vanilla flavors are dull.",,23,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Frisby 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frisby-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Frisby 14.6,Red,US,"Has a sulfur and funk aroma and taste that don't blow off even after plenty of decanting. The underlying wine is pretty good, but it's flawed by cellar influences.",,24,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Frisby 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frisby-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Frisby 13.5,Rose,US,"Made from Pinot Noir, this is a simple, rather sweet blush wine. It has jammy raspberry and vanilla flavors.",Kinky Pink Bistro Style,12,82,California,California Other,California,Hey Mambo 2010 Kinky Pink Bistro Style Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hey-mambo-2010-kinky-pink-bistro-style-rose-other/,Rosé,2010,Hey Mambo 13.5,White,US,"Unripe and green, with acidic gooseberry, menthol and green peppercorn aromas and flavors.",,16,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bernardus 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2010-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Bernardus 14.5,Red,Spain,"Oak can be a wine's worst enemy, and this is a case in point. It smells like fennel, salami and root beer, and that's the best part. In the mouth, it's cloying in feel and the flavors are all hickory, clove, resin and forced spice. A wood-dominated wine with no fruit character.",Gran Cermeño Crianza,18,82,Northern Spain,Toro,,Cermeño 2007 Gran Cermeño Crianza (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cermeno-2007-gran-crianza-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2007,Cermeño 13.5,Red,Spain,"A sappy, heavy Spanish red with candied aromas that fall off to raisin and grass. The palate is sticky and comes in short on acidity, while the flavors are a mix of cough drop and prune. Sweet, clunky and raisiny.",Viña Main Tinto Joven,12,82,Central Spain,Vinos de Madrid,,Bodegas Orusco 2009 Viña Main Tinto Joven Tempranillo-Shiraz (Vinos de Madrid),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-orusco-2009-vina-main-tinto-joven-red-blend-tempranillo-shiraz-vinos-madrid/,Tempranillo-Shiraz,2009,Bodegas Orusco 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smells less like fruit and more like a combo of rubber, cement and tin. The mouthfeel is hard and the flavors are rubbery and chemical, with some oaky red fruit rising to the top. Hard tannins don't help.",Reserva,12,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,High Desert 2007 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/high-desert-2007-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,High Desert 14.4,White,US,"Thin, with lemon, lime and grapefruit flavors that already are starting to taste old and dried out.",,17,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pech Merle 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pech-merle-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Pech Merle 14.6,White,US,"A soft, overworked wine, drowning in oak. The flavors of buttered popcorn, toast and caramel swamp the underlying citrus and tropical fruit.",,24,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pech Merle 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pech-merle-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Pech Merle 12.5,Dessert,US,"So sweet, it's basically a dessert wine, with simple, sugary flavors of oranges, apricots and vanilla.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 2010 Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2010-riesling-other/,Riesling,2010,Mirassou 11,Sparkling,US,"Exuberantly perfumed with notes of honey, tangerine and orange flowers, this rich, sweet sparkler is effusive on the palate as well with flavors of ripe melon, fruit cocktail and peach gummy candy.",Bellissimo Demi-Sec,14,82,New Mexico,New Mexico,,St. Clair NV Bellissimo Demi-Sec Sparkling (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clair-nv-bellissimo-demi-sec-sparkling-new-mexico/,Sparkling Blend,,St. Clair 12,Red,Spain,"So light it's almost see-through, with vapid aromas that suggest herbal cherry or strawberry. Tastes crisp and tart, with dry red fruit flavors. Gritty on the finish, with another helping of tartness.",,10,82,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Lagar Alto 2009 Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagar-alto-2009-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2009,Lagar Alto 12.5,Red,Spain,"Smells damp and saucy. Falls off rather than improves with airing; sheer in the mouth, with citrusy, raw flavors of pie cherry and red plum. Crisp and lean on the finish.",Livor Tinto,11,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Ijalba 2009 Livor Tinto (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-ijalba-2009-livor-tinto-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Viña Ijalba 16,Red,US,"This is a simple, overripe Zin. It has flavors of raisins and chocolate, with excessively high alcohol, officially 16% but tastes even higher. More like Port than a table wine.",,17,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Villa San Juliette 2009 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-san-juliette-2009-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,Villa San Juliette 14.7,Red,US,"Chalky, earthy, dusty and tannic, this rustic Cabernet shows plenty of heat and some volatility. Some red fruits come through, high-toned and tannic.",Echo West Vineyard Red to Red,24,82,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Sno Road 2008 Echo West Vineyard Red to Red Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sno-road-2008-echo-west-vineyard-red-to-red-cabernet-sauvignon-other-columbia-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Sno Road 14.6,Red,US,"A hard wine to like. It smells vegetal, and in the mouth feels tannic and hard despite some jammy blackberry flavors.",Jonquil Vineyards,45,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nord Estate 2008 Jonquil Vineyards Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nord-estate-2008-jonquil-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Nord Estate 13.5,Red,US,"A thin, dull wine, with simple berry jam flavors that finish sweet. Okay for big parties.",Cardinal Zin,10,82,California,California Other,California,Big House 2009 Cardinal Zin Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-house-2009-cardinal-zin-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2009,Big House 14,Red,Argentina,"Heavy, stewy and jammy on the nose, but astringent and heavy in the mouth, such that it collapses on itself. Flavors of red berries are roasted and rubbery, while the finish is rubbery as well.",Old Vines,16,83,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Sol de Uco 2007 Old Vines Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sol-uco-2007-old-vines-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2007,Sol de Uco 14.5,Red,US,This wine is ultra-ripe and stewy with tastes of menthol and sour cherry flirting dangerously into cough drop territory.,Mountain Selection,20,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Scott Harvey 2008 Mountain Selection Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-harvey-2008-mountain-selection-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,2008,Scott Harvey 12.5,White,US,"Pleasantly fruity with sweet pears, peaches and apple aromas. There's a lovely floral quality on both the nose and palate of this North Fork Sauvignon Blanc, but the watery palate is lacking in concentration.",,13,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pindar Vineyards 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pindar-2010-sauvignon-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Pindar Vineyards 8,White,US,"Some will classify this as a table wine, but it's so sweet, it's really for dessert. Shows simple citrus, vanilla and honey flavors, with a good cut of acidity.",,12,83,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 2010 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2010-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2010,Mirassou 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Tomato leaf and mild green notes infiltrate the nose. The palate has a clacky, fresh, high-acid feel and then come basic cherry and raspberry flavors. Finishes light and racy.",Colección,15,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gardel 2009 Colección Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gardel-2009-coleccion-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2009,Gardel 13,White,Spain,"Generic peach aromas are about all you can pull from the nose. The palate is wet and chunky, with heavy but bland peachy flavors. Mealy on the finish and just not showing anything beyond the basics.",El Cerezo,11,83,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Castillo de Monjardin 2010 El Cerezo Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monjardin-2010-el-cerezo-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,2010,Castillo de Monjardin 13,Red,Spain,"Band-Aid and latex notes vie with sweet aromas and pine/juniper accents. Clacky and tight in the mouth, with cherry, raspberry and light, oaky toast. Zesty, crisp and lean for a reserva. 80% Tempranillo with 10% each of Cabernet and Merlot.",Gran Feudo Reserva,15,83,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 2005 Gran Feudo Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-2005-gran-feudo-reserva-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Bodegas Julián Chivite 13.5,Red,Spain,"A tad bit sharp on the nose, with a suggestion of vinegar. Crisp and high in acidity in the mouth, with snappy flavors of herbs, raspberry and tart red plum. Shows heat and burn on the finish. Decent but highly regular.",,10,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Altozano 2009 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altozano-2009-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2009,Altozano ,Rose,France,"Disappointingly bland in flavor, with aromas of struck flint and passion fruit followed by flavors of wet stone. Good, in a severely mineral style.",Cuvée du Roy,20,83,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Les Vignerons de Tavel 2010 Cuvée du Roy (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-tavel-2010-cuvee-roy-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2010,Les Vignerons de Tavel 14.2,Rose,US,"Heavy and sweet, with jammy raspberry and cherry flavors. Soft too, with a vanilla creaminess. Drink up.",Solace Rosé of Tempranillo,15,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearst Ranch 2010 Solace Rosé of Tempranillo Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearst-ranch-2010-solace-rose-tempranillo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2010,Hearst Ranch 11.5,Sparkling,Austria,"Sparkling rosé, with fresh red cherry fruits and sweetness. It's a viable alternative to Prosecco, clean, crisp and great for the summer.",Rosecco Sparkling Rosé,15,83,Burgenland,,,Münzenrieder NV Rosecco Sparkling Rosé Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/munzenrieder-nv-rosecco-sparkling-rose-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,,Münzenrieder 13,White,Argentina,"Smells stemmy and stalky, with a green note and a whiff of corn. It's lemony and not bad in terms of feel, with stalky peach and orange flavors. Basic and citrusy on the finish.",Made with organic grapes,17,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Medanos 2010 Made with organic grapes Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medanos-2010-made-with-organic-grapes-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Medanos 14.6,Red,US,"Gritty in tannins and not thoroughly ripe, with some vegetal flavors alongside the blackberries. This drily tannic wine is pretty rustic, and unlikely to develop in the bottle.",Jonquil Vineyards,48,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nord Estate 2008 Jonquil Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nord-estate-2008-jonquil-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Nord Estate 11.7,White,US,"Pleasantly smoky on the nose, this dry, medium-bodied Chardonnay has a palate reminiscent of cooked apple and pears with a splash of lemony acidity. The midpalate is lacking in concentration but finishes on a refreshing citrus note.",,11,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 2009 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-2009-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2009,Standing Stone 13,Red,Argentina,"Regular raspberry and plum aromas show a pinch of heat and rubber. The palate is snappy and comes with modest red berry and light spice flavors. Simple, generally clean and a bit sharp at the edges.",,7,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2010 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2010-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2010,Funky Llama 13.9,White,Argentina,"Neutral smelling except for some pith and green melon. The palate is angular and high in acidity, which yields a citrusy, sharp-tasting flavor profile. Finishes zesty with even more acidic scour.",Don David Reserve,16,83,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Michel Torino 2010 Don David Reserve Chardonnay (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2010-don-david-reserve-chardonnay-calchaqui-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Michel Torino ,Rose,France,"Raspberry flavors are brightened with delicious acidity, resulting in a light and fresh, crisp, dry and aromatic wine.",Domaine Romy,15,83,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Paul Beaudet 2010 Domaine Romy Rosé (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-beaudet-2010-domaine-romy-rose-beaujolais/,Rosé,2010,Paul Beaudet 12.3,Red,US,"Sweet and soft with a slightly syrupy, preserved black cherry character, Miller's Cove Red is plush with generous fruit and lenient tannins. Bright acidity leads to a finish that's quite dry.",Miller's Cove Red,22,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Spring 2008 Miller's Cove Red Red (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-spring-2008-millers-cove-red-finger-lakes/,Red Blend,2008,Keuka Spring 11,Sparkling,US,"Lavishly floral with a striking gardenia perfume, this sparkling blend of Chenin Blanc and Colombard is a bit cloying with its soapy, floral characteristics, but softly petillant in the mouth with a fresh, invigorating acidity.",Early Harvest Brut,13,83,New Mexico,New Mexico,,D.H. Lescombes NV Early Harvest Brut Sparkling (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dh-lescombes-nv-early-harvest-brut-sparkling-new-mexico/,Sparkling Blend,,D.H. Lescombes 15.59,Red,US,"The back label on this wine says something about it being “armed for a conflict,” and that's no joke. This gigantically high-octane Syrah is super dark in color with mega tannins and a stated 15.5% alcohol. Wowy. Bright at first with a taste of bacon, it dissolves into flab and prunes, sweet and hot.",,26,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Earthquake 2006 Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/earthquake-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,2006,Earthquake 13.5,Red,Spain,"Heavily roasted on the nose, with rustic aromas of leather, olive and baked berries. The palate is fiercely tannic and low on sweetness; it runs sharp, lean and salty, with a hollow finish and tang. Two samples tasted.",Erial,23,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Epifanio Rivera 2008 Erial (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-epifanio-rivera-2008-erial-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodegas Epifanio Rivera 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smells jumpy and musky, like a wet dog in from the rain. The palate is brutally tannic and hard as rocks, with sweet, pasty berry flavors infused with vanilla. Finishes like the bouquet: foxy and funky.",La Pilar Reserva,15,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Xavier Flouret 2007 La Pilar Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2007-pilar-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Xavier Flouret 15.5,Red,US,"Overripe in raisin, blackberry jam and high alcohol glycerine flavors. Feels harsh and aggressive, too, with a raisinskin astringency. Drink now.",,17,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Villa San Juliette 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-san-juliette-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Villa San Juliette 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Punchy and grassy on the nose, with pink grapefruit aromas. The palate is astringent and green in character, with pithy, almost bitter citrus flavors. Finishes tart and grapefruity.",Monte Castrillo Rosado,14,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca Torremilanos 2010 Monte Castrillo Rosado Rosé (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-torremilanos-2010-monte-castrillo-rosado-rose-ribera-duero/,Rosé,2010,Finca Torremilanos 12,Sparkling,US,"Earthy with pronounced mushroom aromas, this méthode champenoise Blanc de Blancs exhibits a fine petillence with a creamy, mouthfilling froth. Flavors of fresh apple and pear are pleasant, but overwhelmed by notes of dried porcini.",Blanc de Blancs Methode Champenoise Sparkling Wine,30,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run NV Blanc de Blancs Methode Champenoise Sparkling Wine Sparkling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-nv-blanc-blancs-methode-champenoise-sparkling-wine-finger-lakes/,Sparkling Blend,,Fox Run 12,White,US,"Sweet and pretty on the nose with scents of honey, lemon and pressed apples, there's an interesting white pepper spice enhancing the warm, apple cider palate. There's a hollowness in the midpalate, however, that could use a boost.",Dry,14,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hunt Country Vineyards 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-country-vineyards-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes-123270/,Riesling,2009,Hunt Country Vineyards 12.5,White,US,"Smoke wafts over pressed apple and lemon notes on the nose and palate of this off-dry Riesling. Sugary sweetness on the midpalate infused with hints of soapy florals and brambly vines detract from an otherwise pleasant, balanced wine.",,13,83,North Carolina,North Carolina,,RayLen 2009 Riesling (North Carolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raylen-2009-riesling-north-carolina/,Riesling,2009,RayLen 13.5,Red,Spain,"Tire rubber, heat and funky, oak-based spice aromas are ominous and foretelling. The palate on this Garnacha is creamy and feels sticky, while the flavors are sugary and emphasize vanilla and marshmallow over clean fruit. Flaccid on the finish, with candied flavors.",Fagus Selección Especial,20,83,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Coto de Hayas 2008 Fagus Selección Especial Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-2008-fagus-seleccion-especial-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2008,Coto de Hayas 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Quite charred and heavy on the nose, with a briny, herbal side to it. Full, rugged and tannic in the mouth, with burnt, crusty dark fruit flavors. Finishes stout, herbal and peppery.",Grand Reserve,15,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2009 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2009-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Cruz Alta 15,Red,US,"Yes, there are notes of sweet plum and pepper, but otherwise the wine is soft, with wafts of bacon and meat, the smooth tannins a tad dull.",Old Vine Zinfandel,16,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Seven Deadly Zins 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-deadly-zins-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,Seven Deadly Zins 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Starts off with volatile, sharp aromas that suggest vinegar. The palate is stark and sheer, with roasted plum and hickory flavors. Hot, leathery and tight on the finish, with a grabby, chopping run out. 250 cases made.",,24,83,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Los Vencejos 2008 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-vencejos-2008-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2008,Los Vencejos 15.3,Red,US,"The grapes didn't get quite ripe during this cool vintage in the cool Arroyo Seco. As a result, this Syrah is dry and acidic, yet curiously high in alcohol, with a vegetal and mint edge to the blackberry fruit.",Zabala Vineyard,28,83,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mercy 2008 Zabala Vineyard Syrah (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercy-2008-zabala-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Syrah,2008,Mercy ,Red,France,"Showing up-front fruit, with tense acidity, this is all about freshness. There's a cool, textured feel to the wine, more plum skin than juice.",Domaine Romy,15,83,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Paul Beaudet 2010 Domaine Romy (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-beaudet-2010-domaine-romy-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2010,Paul Beaudet 13.9,Rose,US,"A simple, slightly sweet wine, with jammy raspberry and cola flavors, brightened with crisp acidity.",Dry,16,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2010 Dry Rosé (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2010-dry-rose-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rosé,2010,Martin Ray 13.5,White,US,"Bright and clean with scents of fresh apples and quince preserves, this dry, full bodied Chardonnay has pleasant apple and lemon flavors, but could use a boost of intensity in the midpalate. Finishes on a puckery, slightly bitter note.",,12,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Hosmer 2009 Chardonnay (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hosmer-2009-chardonnay-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Chardonnay,2009,Hosmer 14,Red,Spain,"Earthy, leafy and also damp smelling, with a raisiny quotient. The palate is heavy, with muddled, murky, damp-tasting berry fruit. Peppery and fairly dull on the finish, with a thick, meaty feel.",Crianza,15,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Catania 2007 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catania-2007-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Catania 14.2,White,US,"Tastes overworked, with superripe pineapple and tropical fruit flavors and very strong, new oaky notes of caramel and toast. There's a buttered popcorn quality, like something from the movie theatre.",Sierra Madre Vineyard Block 210 Clone 15,40,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Sierra Madre 2008 Sierra Madre Vineyard Block 210 Clone 15 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-madre-2008-vineyard-block-210-clone-15-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Sierra Madre 15.2,Red,US,"Soft, hot in alcohol and sweet, this simple wine tastes like melted raspberry and cherry jam.",,40,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,The Industrial 2009 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/industrial-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2009,The Industrial ,White,France,"One of the rare white wine produced in Beaujolais from Chardonnay. This is fresh with an attractive mineral content, touches of lemon and a ripe final aftertaste.",Domaine Romy,17,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais Blanc,,Paul Beaudet 2010 Domaine Romy (Beaujolais Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-beaudet-2010-domaine-romy-chardonnay-blanc/,Chardonnay,2010,Paul Beaudet 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Rusty in color for a young wine, with mulchy, faded berry fruit aromas. It has life on the palate, which tastes earthy, peppery and a little bit burnt. A dry, spicy wine with cherry flavors interspersed.",Coiron,11,84,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Palo Alto 2010 Coiron Merlot (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palo-alto-2010-coiron-merlot-maipu/,Merlot,2010,Palo Alto 14.3,Red,Argentina,"Opens with funky, earthy aromas of juniper, herbs, green pepper and baked berry fruits. It's thick and grabby in the mouth, with roasted, herbal plum and berry flavors. Leathery and slightly burnt tasting on the finish.",Reserva,21,84,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Luigi Bosca 2008 Reserva Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2008-reserva-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2008,Luigi Bosca 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Chunky smelling, with herb, tomato and roasted plum aromas. Acidity is the first impression in the mouth, followed by roasted flavors and herbal/tomato accents. A standard Navarra Tempranillo that's acidic and veers towards red and herbal.",Crianza,20,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Ochoa 2006 Crianza Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochoa-2006-crianza-tempranillo-navarra/,Tempranillo,2006,Ochoa 13.5,White,Argentina,"Basic tropical aromas feature a touch of citrus. The palate is melony and chunky, with tropical fruit flavors and sweet melon. Turns pithy and bitter on the finish. Soft and rapidly losing steam.",,14,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Noble Aconcagua 2009 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noble-aconcagua-2009-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Noble Aconcagua ,Red,France,"With bright red fruits and acidity, this shows structure, piles of red cherry flavors, followed by firm tannins.",,10,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Mommessin 2010 Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2010-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2010,Mommessin 14.8,Red,US,"A rustic red blend, with tobacco, herb, cherry and red currant flavors that finish dry and spicy. Useful as a bistro-style wine.",SNED,16,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Merriam 2008 SNED Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2008-sned-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2008,Merriam 10,Dessert,US,"Like the label says, this red wine is sweet. It has raspberry and cherry flavors, with a pretty dusting of cinnamon spice. If sweet is your thing, drink up. The price is right.",Sweet Red Table Wine,6,84,California,California Other,California,Fox Brook NV Sweet Red Table Wine Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-brook-nv-sweet-red-table-wine-other/,Red Blend,,Fox Brook 13,Red,France,"Well structured wine, the red cherry fruits laced with some banana hints. The wine is deliciously fruity, the tannin edge just a light coating.",Sélection,12,84,Beaujolais,Régnié,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Sélection (Régnié),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-selection-gamay-regnie/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 14,Red,Spain,"Leather, earth and a vinegar-like volatility are the aromatics. The palate is, not surprisingly, choppy and crisp, with narrow berry fruit flavors and a lactic element courtesy of barrel aging. Linear and tight on the finish, with acidic snap",6,18,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Ébano 2007 6 (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ebano-2007-6-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Ébano 12.5,Red,US,"Juicy, ripe, black fruit infused with vanilla and toasted oak are promising on this intensely concentrated North Fork Cabernet, but are hindered by green stem and leaf notes that trail from start to finish. The puckery, tart finish ends with a mouthful of big, chunky tannins.",Reserve,42,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Castello di Borghese ,Rose,US,"A good example of white Zin for its millions of fans. It's off-dry to sweet, with honeyed flavors of raspberries and vanilla.",White,7,84,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV White Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-white-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,,Barefoot 14,White,US,"What you need to know about this wine is that it's pretty sweet. Straddles the border of off-dry, with sugary pineapple, tangerine and vanilla flavors.",,16,84,California,California Other,California,J Vineyards & Winery 2010 Pinot Gris (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2010,J Vineyards & Winery 13.5,Red,Italy,Here's a Tuscan Merlot that is distinguished by a slightly green or underripe note of pepper or dried herb. Fruity aromas of cherry and blackberry do exist but have a difficult time coming to the surface. The wine is smooth and soft on the close.,,65,84,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Volpaiole 2007 Merlot (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaiole-2007-merlot-val-cornia-suvereto/,Merlot,2007,Volpaiole 12.7,White,US,"While smoky on the nose with a slightly dusty, white floral perfume, this off-dry Gewürztraminer is quite pretty on the palate with sweet white peach and lemon flavors accented with orange blossoms and an elegant tangerine pith finish.",,19,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Belhurst 2009 Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belhurst-2009-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Belhurst 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Pretty good aromas of plum, berry and brown sugar give way to a hard, tannic palate that has no give to it as it offers up generic but hard, flat cherry and berry flavors. Tastes slightly burnt on the finish.",,12,84,Other,Argentina,,Petizos 2007 Malbec (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petizos-2007-malbec-other/,Malbec,2007,Petizos 14.3,Rose,US,"With a dark, weird red-orange color, this rosé feels heavy and candied in raspberry and orange fruit. It's a little sweet.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Merriam 2010 Rosé (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2010-rose-sonoma-county/,Rosé,2010,Merriam 13.7,White,US,"Thin in fruit and acidic, but with vigorous oak, this Chard will appeal to fans of buttered toast, popcorn and vanilla. Underneath that are pineapple and orange flavors.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Merriam 2010 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Merriam 12.5,Red,US,"Seductively sweet on the nose with aromas of sweet cherry preserves and vanilla, this fruity, forward Pinot is rich on the palate with concentrated flavors of plum compote and dried sour cherries. Bright acidity and a coating of soft, smooth tannins help keep the structure intact.",,18,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Atwater 2008 Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atwater-2008-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2008,Atwater 14,Red,Argentina,"Both red and green on the nose, with raspberry and alfalfa aromas coming in front of a scratchy-feeling palate with red plum, herb and thyme flavors. Shows coarse tannins as it finishes light on fruit but with length and juiciness.",,17,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Altos Nevados 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altos-nevados-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Altos Nevados 14,White,US,"Bone dry and high in acidity, this wine has mineral-dominated flavors of citrus fruits and herbs. It's a good cocktail wine, and will pair well with spicy Asian-style foods.",,16,84,California,California Other,California,Jacuzzi 2010 Arneis (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacuzzi-2010-italian-white-arneis-other/,Arneis,2010,Jacuzzi 13,Dessert,Spain,"Funky and disjointed on the nose, with unfamiliar aromas that suggest pumpkin pie. The feel is pretty good and the flavors run sweet and sugary as they point to orange and pineapple. Finishes with the taste of sweet applesauce.",Urezti Vendimia Tardía 500 ml,40,84,Northern Spain,Bizkaiko Txakolina,,Itsas Mendi NV Urezti Vendimia Tardía 500 ml Hondarrabi Zuri (Bizkaiko Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/itsas-mendi-nv-urezti-vendimia-tardia-500-ml-spanish-white-hondarrabi-zuri-bizkaiko-txakolina/,Hondarrabi Zuri,,Itsas Mendi 12.5,White,US,"Clean and fresh with hints of underripe mango, fresh apples and lemon, this dry, medium-bodied Chardonnay is pleasantly brisk but hindered by a slightly soapy floral note in the midpalate and bitterness on the finish.",,13,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hunt Country Vineyards 2009 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-country-2009-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2009,Hunt Country Vineyards 13,Red,France,"A decent effort, but one that shows the lean side of the vintage, with cranberry-tart fruit and peppery notes. Spicy and crisp on the finish. Drink now–2016.",Les Meysonniers,32,84,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2008 Les Meysonniers (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2008-meysonniers-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2008,M. Chapoutier 12,White,US,"Hints of rich, sweet butter mesh with fresh apple and pear on the nose and palate of this dry, medium bodied Chardonnay. Lemon-lime acidity adds freshness and verve to an otherwise creamy, buttery finish.",,14,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lucas Vineyards 2009 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-2009-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2009,Lucas Vineyards 12.5,Rose,Italy,"Made with Tuscan Sangiovese grapes, this brightly colored pink rosé offers candy-like aromas of raspberry or cherry lollipop. There's a slightly sweet aftertaste but the mouthfeel is mostly dominated by wild berry, almond and pink grapefruit.",,14,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta di Ceppaiano 2009 Rosé (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-ceppaiano-2009-rose-toscana/,Rosé,2009,Tenuta di Ceppaiano ,Red,France,"Fresh, soft cherry fruit wine, with light tannins and bright acidity. Simple, soft and fruity.",La Trend Attitude,15,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Domaine Dupré 2009 La Trend Attitude (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dupre-2009-trend-attitude-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2009,Domaine Dupré 13.5,Red,US,"Good berry, herb and coffee flavors in this dry wine. It's pretty acidic, though, and the tannins are a little green.",,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominican Oaks 2009 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominican-oaks-2009-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2009,Dominican Oaks 13,Red,Spain,Opens with red berry aromas and scuttling earthy scents. The palate is fresh and zesty but short on depth and darkness. The flavors are of crisp berry with a light buttery finish.,,13,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Darien 2009 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darien-2009-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Darien 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Sweet red berry aromas come across reedy and scratchy, with a pinch of green. The palate has heat and edge to it; the flavors are oaky, spicy and herbal, with salinic red fruit. Finishes with smacking tannins, oak flavor and baked notes.",Oak,17,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Coiron 2007 Oak Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coiron-2007-oak-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Coiron ,Red,France,"the banana side of Beaujolais, there are also acidity, red fruits and a dry, tannic core.",Château de la Perrière,16,84,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Château de la Perrière (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-chateau-perriere-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Berry and plum aromas are normal and don't stir too much interest. The palate is grabby and a bit tannic, with slightly medicinal and rubbery cassis and raspberry flavors. Pepper and mocha notes show up on the finish.",Reserve,12,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Menduco 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/menduco-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-uco-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Menduco 14,Red,Argentina,"Fairly full and dark smelling, with generic berry aromas and some damp earth. It's lively and grabby in the mouth, with heat and scour along with sweet, medicinal berry flavors. Bright but also a touch raw and green at the end.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2010 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2010-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2010,Bodega Norton 10,Dessert,US,"Sweet in honey, lemon and lime and vanilla flavors, with a good zest of acidity that makes it finish clean and vibrant. Good price for an everyday sweetie.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,Crane Lake 2010 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crane-lake-2010-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2010,Crane Lake 13.8,White,US,"Lots of sweet new oak on this heavily manipulated wine. The underlying flavors are of pineapples and mangoes, and it finishes sweet. Hard to like beyond a sip or two before it turns cloying.",Sierra Madre Vineyard,30,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Sierra Madre 2008 Sierra Madre Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-madre-2008-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Sierra Madre 12.5,Red,US,"Sweetly scented with rich blackberry pie and vanilla, Glenora's Meritage is surprisingly dry on the palate with lean, bright raspberry and bramble tones. Fine-grained tannins add structure, but overall, the finish falls a bit short.",,25,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2009 Meritage (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2009-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-finger-lakes/,Meritage,2009,Glenora ,Red,France,"Fruity wine, with sweet cherry flavors and warmth. Just a touch of structure and acidity.",,10,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Henry Fessy 2010 Beaujolais,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2010-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2010,Henry Fessy 12,White,Spain,"Starts out with pineapple, dusty mineral and stemmy aromas. Melony and soft in the mouth, with honeydew and nectarine flavors. Finishes soft, standard and a little mealy. 70% Verdejo with 30% Viura.",,12,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Esperanza 2010 Verdejo-Viura (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esperanza-2010-white-blend-verdejo-viura-rueda/,Verdejo-Viura,2010,Esperanza 12,Sparkling,Austria,"Soft, sweetened wine that has raspberry fruit flavors, vanilla, spice and acidity. Would be fine for summer apéritifs. Private Reserve.",Sparkling Rosé,18,84,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Dürnberg NV Sparkling Rosé Zweigelt (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durnberg-nv-sparkling-rose-other-red-zweigelt-osterreichischer-sekt/,Zweigelt,,Dürnberg 14.5,Red,US,"Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Zinfandel, this ruggedly tannic wine is okay for everyday drinking with rich meat dishes.",Intarsia,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominican Oaks 2008 Intarsia Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominican-oaks-2008-intarsia-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Dominican Oaks 14.5,Red,US,"This labeled Syrah has a fair amount (21%) of Cabernet Sauvignon in it, as well as 3% Petite Sirah, but whatever the mix the wine comes off as heavy and dark, super intense with notes of burnt tar, brick and cooked bacon, not the least bit feminine.",,75,84,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Annika Vineyards 2008 Syrah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/annika-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Syrah,2008,Annika Vineyards 14,Red,Spain,"Starts out with roasted, rubbery aromas that blow off fairly quickly. The palate is average and as expected, with herbal berry flavors and a savory, soupy accent. Finishes minty and earthy, but solid in feel.",,10,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Altozano 2009 Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altozano-2009-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Altozano 13,White,Spain,"Soft on the nose, with pineapple and fruit cocktail aromas. The palate is lemony, monotone and hollow, with lemon, green apple and green banana flavors. Finishes tangy, but with modest flavors and little to no complexity.",Gran Feudo,12,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 2010 Gran Feudo Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-2010-gran-feudo-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,2010,Bodegas Julián Chivite 14.2,White,US,"Sweet in vanilla oak and buttered toast flavors, this Chardonnay also offers a good hit of pineapples, oranges and pears. At the equivalent of $4.50 a standard bottle, it's a good buy in a bag.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Vintners Signatures 2010 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vintners-signatures-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Vintners Signatures 13.5,Red,Spain,"Tart and angular on the nose, with sharp red berry and plum aromas. Crisp and acidic, with sweet-and-sour flavors in front of a tight, clean, short finish. Fresh but high in acidity and veering towards tart.",Made With Organic Grapes,10,84,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Venta Morales 2009 Made With Organic Grapes Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venta-morales-2009-made-with-organic-grapes-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,2009,Venta Morales 14.5,Red,US,"A little too sweet on the finish to recommend it as a balanced wine, this Gnarly Head from Lodi's old vines has about 16% Petite Sirah in it, too.",Old Vines,11,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Gnarly Head 2009 Old Vines Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gnarly-head-2009-old-vines-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2009,Gnarly Head ,Red,France,"A lean wine, all tannins and missing the fruit. It has acidity, a smoky character, but there is a hollow feel to it.",La Trinquée,15,84,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 La Trinquée (Juliénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-trinquee-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 12,White,Italy,"From the Pisa area of Tuscany, this fresh white opens with aromas of citrus, honey and light herbal shadings. It's a clean, compact wine with a thin finish that could match an easy salad lunch.",San Torpè,10,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria di San Quintino 2009 San Torpè White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-san-quintino-2009-torpe-white-toscana/,White Blend,2009,Fattoria di San Quintino 18,Dessert,US,"Sweet enough, but thin and simple, with a hint of black cherries and chocolate. The alcohol shows through as heat.",Enchantment Late Harvest,30,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearst Ranch 2007 Enchantment Late Harvest Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearst-ranch-2007-enchantment-late-harvest-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Hearst Ranch 13,Red,US,"A simple Cabernet, with modest berry and herb flavors and a metallic tang. Okay for big parties when nobody's fussy.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Motos Liberty 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/motos-liberty-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Motos Liberty 13.5,White,US,"Simple and sweet, with candied lemon, lime, orange and vanilla flavors. But it's crisp in balancing acidity. At this price, a good cocktail sipper.",,13,84,California,California Other,California,Murphy-Goode 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Murphy-Goode 13.5,White,Argentina,"Smells melony as well as stalky and oily. The palate falls on the chunky, soft side of the fence, with sweet melon, candied apricot and tropical flavors. Plump and showing banana-driven sweetness on the finish.",,11,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Coiron 2010 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coiron-2010-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Coiron 13.5,White,US,"With a hint of oak, this racy Sauvignon Blanc has a strong hint of ammonia riding on top of the citrus, gooseberry, mineral and flower aromas and flavors. Could be a little riper, but it's bone dry and crisp in acidity.",Griva Vineyard,20,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Bernardus 2010 Griva Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2010-griva-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Bernardus 14.1,Red,US,"A tough wine to like. It's tannic, acidic and dry, with an astringent feel unrelieved by modest blackberry and tobacco flavors. Drink now.",Dunnsden,28,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Merriam 2006 Dunnsden Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2006-dunnsden-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Merriam 14.5,Red,US,"Horse & Plow turns out so many lovely wines it's heartbreaking not to include this one in the mix. It was sourced from one of the great organic Mendocino vineyards, old vines no less, but there just wasn't much there, the wine tasting tight without much fruit.",Testa Vineyard,22,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Horse & Plow 2009 Testa Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2009-testa-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2009,Horse & Plow 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a Merlot that presents simple but slightly muddled aromas of spice and fruit. The distinction between its various aromatic elements is not that clear, and the wine delivers a one-dimensional feel on the close.",,65,84,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Volpaiole 2006 Merlot (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaiole-2006-merlot-val-cornia-suvereto/,Merlot,2006,Volpaiole 12.1,Red,US,"Like the label says, this red is sweet. It's also full-bodied and fruity. The winery doesn't tell us what the grape mix is, but who cares. Drink and be happy.",Sweet Red Wine,10,84,California,California Other,California,Totally Random NV Sweet Red Wine Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/totally-random-nv-sweet-red-wine-other/,Red Blend,,Totally Random 13.2,White,Argentina,"Neutral on the nose except for some oily rusticity. The palate is full with okay acidity and sweet flavors suggestive of mango, pineapple and melon.",Reserva,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2010 Reserva Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2010-reserva-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Nieto Senetiner 14.5,White,US,"Thin in fruit, and dominated by oak-like flavors, this Chardonnay gets the basic job done. High acidity makes the citrus flavors tart.",,25,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Newton 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-napa/,Chardonnay,2009,Newton 13.9,White,Argentina,"Not very fragrant, in fact it's barely a step above water in its neutrality. The palate is clean and solid, with sweet flavors of candied mango and melon. Plump and on the mild and bland side overall.",,18,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Lagarde 2010 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2010-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Lagarde 11.5,White,US,"Fragrant of spiced apples and yellow florals, this dry, medium- bodied Gewürztraminer is sunny and bright on the palate with high-toned apple and honey flavors.",Sunrise Hill Vineyard Dry,15,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Knapp 2009 Sunrise Hill Vineyard Dry Gewürztraminer (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knapp-2009-sunrise-hill-vineyard-dry-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Knapp 12,White,US,"A little sweet and simple in pineapple and peach jam flavors, but adequately balanced with acidity. A good white wine for parties.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2010 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 13.4,Red,US,"Off in the nose with hints of sweet cherry, almost bubblegum, this Petite Sirah gets supertannic and oaky quick and just doesn't have enough fruit to pull it through.",,13,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Little Stone Vineyard 2008 Petite Sirah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-stone-vineyard-2008-petite-sirah-north-coast/,Petite Sirah,2008,Little Stone Vineyard 13.5,Red,Spain,"Blocky raspberry and plum aromas lead to a stocky palate with plum, berry and mild oak flavors. Shows good spine and acidity, which leads to a fresh, upright and alert finish.",,10,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Altozano 2009 Tempranillo-Shiraz (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altozano-2009-red-blend-tempranillo-shiraz-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Shiraz,2009,Altozano ,Red,US,A sweet Lodi Zin with much chocolate and mint from beginning to end.,Old Vine,20,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Grands Amis Winery 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grands-amis-winery-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,Grands Amis Winery 13.8,White,US,"Sweet oak, buttered toast and buttered popcorn dominate this Chardonnay. It has a creamy texture with underlying flavors of orange and pineapple jam.",Suzanne's Blend,34,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gracianna 2010 Suzanne's Blend Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gracianna-2010-suzannes-blend-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Gracianna 14.9,Red,US,"There's a crushed cigarette ashiness in this otherwise pretty Pinot Noir that detracts. It steals the beauty away from the silkiness and raspberry, cherry and oak flavors.",Bacigalupi Vneyard,48,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gracianna 2009 Bacigalupi Vneyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gracianna-2009-bacigalupi-vneyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Gracianna 12.5,Red,US,"Sweetish and simple, but ripe and lusty in berry and spice flavors, this is a bistro-style wine for everyday drinking. Production was high and the alcohol level is low.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Cottonwood Creek 2010 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottonwood-creek-2010-red-other/,Red Blend,2010,Cottonwood Creek 13.5,Red,US,"Based on Zinfandel and Petite Sirah, this blend is a rustic, acidic and dry wine. It has flavors of red cherries, red currants, coffee and dried herbs and spice.",Adobe,14,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clayhouse 2009 Adobe Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayhouse-2009-adobe-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2009,Clayhouse 13.5,White,France,"This blend of 50% Grenache Blanc, 30% Viognier and 20% Roussanne seems a bit lean and tightly structured for a white from the generally warm communes of Laudun and Saint-Gervais. Aromas and flavors are clipped, with hints of wet stones and underripe pineapple.",Vin Gourmand,18,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Dauvergne & Ranvier 2009 Vin Gourmand White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dauvergne-ranvier-2009-vin-gourmand-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Dauvergne & Ranvier 13,Red,US,"Dependable year in and year out for prominent flavors of raspberry and blackberry jam and spices, wrapped into smooth tannins. A good price for a solid house red.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-cabernet-sauvignon-california-134298/,Cabernet Sauvignon,,Barefoot 14,Red,US,Lots of sharp acidity in this dry Nebbiolo. The tartness gives it a taste of sour cherry candy. Ready now.,Essence,30,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Bernat 2008 Essence Nebbiolo (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernat-2008-essence-nebbiolo-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Nebbiolo,2008,Bernat 10,Dessert,US,"With notable sweetness, this Moscato should be considered a dessert wine. It has sugary flavors of apricots, tangerines and peaches. Crisp acidity provides clean balance.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 2010 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-by-robert-mondavi-2010-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2010,Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi 12.5,White,Austria,"Soft, just off dry wine that packs in ripe apples, green plums and pineapple. It has a really tangy, crisp texture, a slight prickle on the tongue.",Sandgrube 13 Pulverturm,9,85,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2010 Sandgrube 13 Pulverturm Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2010-sandgrube-13-pulverturm-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Winzer Krems 14.3,White,US,"Deeply colored in gold, this Chardonnay already is showing signs of premature aging. The pineapple and mango fruit is drying out, showing a nutty edge, as in cashews and macadamias. Oak sticks out a bit clumsily.",Gold Ridge Hills,40,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 2009 Gold Ridge Hills Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-coast-2009-gold-ridge-hills-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Sonoma Coast Vineyards 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Opens with scratchy, dusty aromas of red fruits and herbs. The palate is round but clunky, with sweet, grapy flavors of blackberry and blueberry. Finishes rather oaky and mild, with a grainy feel.",Corte C,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Vistalba 2009 Corte C Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistalba-2009-corte-c-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Vistalba 14,Red,France,"Rustic and feral, with hints of dirty Band Aid alongside notes of coffee and molasses. Still, it holds some appeal for not conforming to expectations and boasts a redeemingly ripe, creamy texture that's almost suede-like on the finish. Drink now.",,45,85,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Réserve des Oliviers 2007 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reserve-oliviers-2007-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Réserve des Oliviers 12.5,Red,Italy,"Designed as a paring match to game foods and wild turkey, La Cattura is 85% Teroldego (a native variety of northern Italy) and 15% Syrah. This specific blend results in raw, milky tones of creamy blueberry and mocha.",La Cattura,17,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio al Casone 2009 La Cattura Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-casone-2009-cattura-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2009,Poggio al Casone 14.9,Red,US,"Stewy yet intriguing with a taste of clove that finishes bitter, this Petite Sirah needs a rich risotto to stand next to.",Naggiar Vineyards,22,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Ursa 2006 Naggiar Vineyards Petite Sirah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ursa-2006-naggiar-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills/,Petite Sirah,2006,Ursa 13.5,White,Spain,"Light and simple on the nose, with peach and flower blossom notes. The palate has some zip to it but not a whole lot, while the flavors are your basic mix of peach and nectarine. Zesty on the finish and then it evaporates. Drink now.",,10,85,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Paso a Paso 2010 Verdejo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paso-a-paso-2010-spanish-white-verdejo-mancha/,Verdejo,2010,Paso a Paso 13.5,White,Spain,"Lemon blossom, apple and mineral aromas meet in a regular place. The palate is chunky and shows just enough acidity, and the flavors run towards generic citrus, apple and green melon. Falls off on the finish, so drink as soon as possible.",,14,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Nos Riqueza 2010 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nos-riqueza-2010-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Nos Riqueza 14,Red,Spain,"Opens with latex and mint scents that yield to cherry and plum aromas. Grabby and acidic in the mouth, with quick, racy plum and raspberry flavors. Juicy but not all that tasty or interesting. A generic style of RDD.",Avaniel,13,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Monteabellón 2009 Avaniel (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monteabellon-2009-avaniel-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2009,Monteabellón 14.7,Red,US,"Nowhere near as good as the 2008, with an overripe, pruny taste, and heat in the finish. On the plus side, it's dry and rich in tannins. Hard to see it developing, so drink up.",,38,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Four Cairn 2009 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-cairn-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2009,Four Cairn ,Red,France,"With a very mineral texture, this is a wine with as much tannin as fruit. It does have a bitter cherry character that gives some freshness, while the aftertaste combines both the dryness and the acidity.",Sélection,13,85,Beaujolais,Côte de Brouilly,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Sélection (Côte de Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-selection-gamay-cote-brouilly/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 13,Red,France,"With intense acidity, this is a firm and tannic wine, unusual for a Brouilly. The tannins give the wine weight, an almost severe feel, the acidity cutting right through the juicy berry fruits.",Sélection,15,85,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Georges Duboeuf 2010 Sélection (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2010-selection-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2010,Georges Duboeuf 8.9,Dessert,US,"This has the acidity to complement the 7.2% residual sugar, but it flattens out in the mouth. As a result, it loses the freshness, and feels a little dull, leaving a sugary aftertaste.",Nusshaus,18,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Argyle 2009 Nusshaus Riesling (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-2009-nusshaus-riesling-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Riesling,2009,Argyle 12.5,White,Austria,"As always, this is a fresh, fruity, light-bodied wine, with apples and the crispest acidity, just touched by pepper. A great value from Austria.",,17,85,Niederösterreich,,,Berger 2009 Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berger-2009-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Berger 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A surprisingly good little Syrah. The nose is full and dark, albeit a bit damp. The mouthfeel is big and rubbery but sound, with blackberry and chocolate flavors. Lightly toasted and jammy as well. Good stuff for the money.",,7,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gotan 2009 Shiraz (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gotan-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mendoza/,Shiraz,2009,Gotan ,Rose,France,"A pale raspberry in color, this rosé is almost too young at this point, with some flint and passion fruit notes over berry fruit. Give it another six months and try it in the early spring, by which time it should have opened up a bit.",Cuvée Tableau,18,85,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Les Vignerons de Tavel 2010 Cuvée Tableau (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-tavel-2010-cuvee-tableau-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2010,Les Vignerons de Tavel 14.9,Red,US,"Lava Cap has made a decent version of Barbera here, simple and blueberry-toned but the wine is a tad heavy and overly oaked and bitter on the finish.",Reserve,20,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2008 Reserve Barbera (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2008-reserve-barbera-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Barbera,2008,Lava Cap 11.7,White,US,"Just a shade off-dry, Hosmer's Dry Riesling boasts pleasant fresh apple and pear flavors embellished with a pronounced layer of smoke and spice on the nose and palate. Fresh and clean with a bright, lemony acidity.",Dry,12,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Hosmer 2009 Dry Riesling (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hosmer-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Riesling,2009,Hosmer 13,White,US,"Shows the oak and ripe pineapple, apricot and lime flavors you want in a Chardonnay. A little awkward in the mouth, with some overripe notes and a swift finish, but pretty good for the price.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Heron 2010 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Heron 14.1,Red,US,"Tastes both underripe and overripe at the same time, with some polished cherry flavors in the middle. Lots of acidity makes it sour. A dry, somewhat rustic wine that rich meats and cheeses will help fatten.",Babicora,30,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearst Ranch 2009 Babicora Malbec (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearst-ranch-2009-babicora-malbec-central-coast-paso-robles/,Malbec,2009,Hearst Ranch 14,Red,Spain,"Smells damp and murky, with raisin and other sweet berry aromas along with some mulch. The palate brings more freshness, but it's grabby and tannic as it delivers prune, raisin and berry flavors in front of coffee and herbs on the finish. Good but smells and tastes a little overripe.",El Vino del Buen Amor,22,85,Northern Spain,Toro,,Volvoreta 2008 El Vino del Buen Amor (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volvoreta-2008-el-vino-buen-amor-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2008,Volvoreta 13.5,Red,Italy,"This vintage of Volpaiole's (Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot) shows a fresh or unripe note of green pepper and rosemary. Ultimately, there is more dimension here compared to 2006.",,60,85,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Volpaiole 2007 Red (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaiole-2007-red-val-cornia-suvereto/,Red Blend,2007,Volpaiole 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's a muddled or confused quality to this blend of Sangiovese (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Although the nose needs deciphering, the mouthfeel is clean, fruit-driven and tight.",,60,85,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Volpaiole 2006 Red (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaiole-2006-red-val-cornia-suvereto/,Red Blend,2006,Volpaiole 15,Red,US,"Too sweet and oaky to earn a higher score. It's rich and jammy in sugary raspberries and cherries, with lots of caramel and buttered toast. Ready now.",,30,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Carr 2007 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carr-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Carr 14,Red,Spain,"Rubbery and meaty smelling, with a certain chunkiness conveyed. The palate is tight as nails, with grabby tannins pushing savory plum flavors that come with a good dose of dill and herbal accents. Drying and a bit scratchy on the finish, with smack-down grip.",Eternum Viti,22,85,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Abanico 2008 Eternum Viti (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-abanico-2008-eternum-viti-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2008,Bodegas Abanico 12.5,Red,France,"Sweet cherry and raspberry flavors, with soft tannins. The acidity melds into the ripe fruits, in a wine that is rounded and ready to drink.",Domaine Romy,15,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Paul Beaudet 2009 Domaine Romy (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-beaudet-2009-domaine-romy-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2009,Paul Beaudet 13.5,Red,Spain,"Full on the nose, with heavy black plum and tea aromas that fall off towards herbal. The palate is big, clampy and tannic, with herbal berry and black plum flavors along with a hint of grass. Finishes with size and power. Made with certified organic grapes.",Tempranillo Made With Organic Grapes,10,85,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Paso a Paso 2009 Tempranillo Made With Organic Grapes Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paso-a-paso-2009-tempranillo-made-with-organic-grapes-mancha/,Tempranillo,2009,Paso a Paso 13.8,White,US,"Way too oaky, with caramel, buttered toast and smoky vanilla flavors dominating the fruit beneath. There's a sound, crisp, citrusy wine down there, but the winemaker needs to let it, not the oak, star.",,38,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pfendler 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pfendler-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Pfendler 13.8,Red,US,"Cool-climate flavors, just barely ripe, create a light wine overloaded with herb and stem flavors. The fruit is thin and pale, rhubarb and cranberry.",Estate Reserve,28,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2009 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2009-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Montinore 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's a fresh, mildly aromatic expression of the otherwise extremely fragrant Sauvignon Blanc grape from Cortona, Tuscany. The wine is more expressive in the mouth where it shows a rich, smooth texture.",Don Giovanni,22,85,Tuscany,Cortona,,La Calonica 2009 Don Giovanni Sauvignon (Cortona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calonica-2009-don-giovanni-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-cortona/,Sauvignon,2009,La Calonica ,Red,France,"A series of firm tannins goes with acidity, raspberry fruits and attractive juicy sweetness. A wine for drinking on cold winter evenings.",,12,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Henry Fessy 2010 Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-fessy-2010-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2010,Henry Fessy 15.5,Red,US,"A Syrah-based Rhône blend, this wine is soft, sweet and simple. It has powerfully ripe raspberry, cherry, Dr. Pepper cola and spice flavors, and is hot in high alcohol.",Three Sisters Cuvée,20,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hearst Ranch 2008 Three Sisters Cuvée Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hearst-ranch-2008-three-sisters-cuvee-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Hearst Ranch 14,Red,Spain,"This wine used to come from Jumilla and contain Monastrell in addition to Shiraz and Tempranillo; now it's from Extremadura, with Carignan instead of Monastrell. It's rudimentary on the nose and scouring in the mouth, with firm tannins and sharp acids. The palate pulses with raspberry and plum fruit, then finishes with resiny grip and oaky flavors.",,13,85,Central Spain,Extremadura,,Mad Dogs & Englishmen 2009 Red (Extremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mad-dogs-englishmen-2009-red-extremadura/,Red Blend,2009,Mad Dogs & Englishmen 14.5,Red,France,"On the earthy, leathery side of things, this wine comes across as a bit tough and rustic but not completely without charm; brown sugar and dried fruit notes give it a subtle sweetness on the palate. Drink up.",Domaine des Genestas Signargues,15,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Villages,,Les Vignerons D'Estezargues 2008 Domaine des Genestas Signargues Red (Côtes du Rhône Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-destezargues-2008-domaine-genestas-signargues-red-cotes-villages/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Les Vignerons D'Estezargues 13.9,White,US,"Layers of smoke, toast and savory apples on the nose strike a contrast with the sweet melon and apple flavors on the palate of this dry, full-bodied Chardonnay. Reverberates to a rich, salted butter and toast note on the finish.",,15,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Rooster Hill 2009 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooster-hill-2009-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2009,Rooster Hill 14,Red,US,"For a reserve from what is generally acclaimed as a stellar vintage in the Willamette Valley, this wine seems thin and watery. Watermelon and raspberry fruit leads into an acidic, one-dimensional finish.",Reserve,38,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Spindrift Cellars 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spindrift-cellars-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Spindrift Cellars 13,Red,Spain,"Unusually exotic and strange on the bouquet, with blueberry, lemon peel and warm mulch aromas. The palate has size and pretty good feel, with tangy blue-fruit flavors, exotic spice notes and zip. Finishes with floral notes and lightness.",Crianza,17,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viña Ijalba 2005 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-ijalba-2005-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Viña Ijalba 13,Red,Spain,"Nervy on the bouquet, with forceful, fiery red berry scents. The mouthfeel is fresh and clacky, while flavors of red plum and dry blackberry are solid and clean. Offers a dusting of light oak and spice on the finish.",Rubens,11,85,Central Spain,Tierra de Castilla,,Tikalo 2009 Rubens Tempranillo (Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tikalo-2009-rubens-tempranillo-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2009,Tikalo 15.8,Red,US,"Harsh and hot in the mouth, with high alcohol and tough tannins. There's lots of rich cherry, berry and tobacco flavor, but the wine is too unbalanced to earn a higher score.",,26,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Tessa Marie 2007 Sangiovese (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tessa-marie-2007-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sangiovese,2007,Tessa Marie 14.5,Red,US,"Not much going on in this wine. It's dry and crisp and properly silky, but watered down, with modest cherry and cola flavors.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Jacuzzi 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacuzzi-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Jacuzzi ,Red,Italy,"What a wonderful surprise! Barolo Donna Bianca is a beautiful wine with a long list of special attributes. First is the wine's complexity, which shines through in the many aromas, from pressed violets to Indian spice. Second is the wine's natural richness and smoothness of texture. Third is its ability to age a long time in your cellar.",Donna Bianca,55,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,La Querciola 2007 Donna Bianca (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querciola-2007-donna-bianca-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,La Querciola 14.4,Red,US,"Not a lot of wood scents are showing, though the aging took place in roughly 50% new oak barrels. This has forward, pretty black fruits, juicy acids, some still-unresolved astringency, and aromatically it incorporates a nice herbal note, reminiscent of green tea. Still too young to drink, and the rating could go higher with more bottle age.",,87,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Doubleback 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doubleback-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Doubleback ,Red,Italy,"This is a beautiful wine that exhibits seductively dark concentration and bright aromas of red berries, cola and licorice that are characteristic of the Nebbiolo grape. The tannins show a polished, silky nature and will continue to evolve over long years of cellar aging.",Bricco Luciani,74,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Silvio Grasso 2007 Bricco Luciani (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvio-grasso-2007-bricco-luciani-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Silvio Grasso 13.5,White,France,"A wonderful, ripe wine, full of yellow fruits, textured with apple skins and a powerful edge of minerality. It shows power and concentration while offering smooth, rounded fruit flavors that also pack intense acidity and toast. For aging.",Marquis de Laguiche Morgeot Premier Cru,99,93,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Marquis de Laguiche Morgeot Premier Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-marquis-laguiche-morgeot-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Joseph Drouhin ,White,France,"So elegant, soft, ripe and generous. The initial take is that it is open in character. Then the more taut, nervy, apple skin and toast flavors come into the balance to give a wine with considerable aging potential.",Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet,240,93,Burgundy,Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2009 Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet (Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-criots-batard-montrachet-chardonnay-criots-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Latour ,Red,Italy,"This is a lovely vineyard designate Barbaresco that combines fresh flavors of cassis and wild berries with ethereal notes of root beer, licorice and tar. It finishes with smooth, sturdy tannins and will only improve over the next 5–10 years.",Vigneto Brich Ronchi,60,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Albino Rocca 2008 Vigneto Brich Ronchi (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-rocca-2008-vigneto-brich-ronchi-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Albino Rocca 14,Red,Italy,"This wonderfully elegant cru expression is full bodied and rich with smoky tones of cedar and tobacco over blackberry, cassis and red rose aromas. The tannins are big, firm and lend a sturdy, powerful feel in the mouth that will become silkier and even smoother with time.",Liste,85,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Damilano 2006 Liste (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2006-liste-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Damilano ,Red,Italy,Barolo Serre is made with fruit sourced from various vineyard sites. This gorgeous wine opens with a modern touch of sweet spice and toasted nut lavished over ethereal aromas of cherry liqueur and dark licorice. Drink in 5–10 years.,Serre,75,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianni Gagliardo 2007 Serre (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-gagliardo-2007-serre-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Gianni Gagliardo ,Red,US,"Deep purple, it explodes into lush fruit flavors of tangy boysenberry, blackberry, black cherry and cassis, with a smoky black licorice streak woven through. The tannin management is exceptional here––firm and substantial, without any bitter or green aspect. This is a supple, powerful and ageworthy wine with depth and muscle unusual in this price range.",Final-Final,27,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Efeste 2008 Final-Final Cabernet-Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2008-final-final-red-blend-cabernet-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet-Syrah,2008,Efeste 14,Red,Italy,"From far-away 2003, this elegant Barolo shows a beautiful evolution in the glass. The wine warms up with pressed rose petal and dried raspberry aromas and segues to cedar, cola, mineral and light shadings of spice. A bright close and acidic note hold the hot vintage very nicely. Drink now.",Tenuta Secolo Cerequio,125,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Contratto 2003 Tenuta Secolo Cerequio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contratto-2003-tenuta-secolo-cerequio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2003,Contratto 13.5,White,US,"There's no oak on this beautiful Chardonnay, but it's so rich, you won't even notice. Enhanced with crisp acidity and minerality, it's potent in lime, citron, green apple, pear and honeysuckle flavors, with a vanilla sweetness.",Acero Don Miguel Vineyard Unoaked,29,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2009 Acero Don Miguel Vineyard Unoaked Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2009-acero-don-miguel-vineyard-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Marimar Estate ,Red,Italy,"From the Monforte d'Alba area of Barolo production, this lovely wine shows wonderful intensity and a bold, chewy feel. There are ripe fruit aromas, meaty notes of beef jerky and ethereal tones of licorice and cola. The wine is full and generous in the mouth with a spicy finish.",Gabutti Bussia,60,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Stroppiana 2007 Gabutti Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stroppiana-2007-gabutti-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Stroppiana 15.2,Red,US,"A rich, lusty and satisfying Zinfandel, showing classic varietal flavors of ripe, wild red berries, tobacco, soy sauce, bacon and white pepper. Alcohol is notable in the slight heat and glyceriny sweetness, but those elements are welcome parts of the wine's personality. Drink now.",East Bench,26,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ridge 2009 East Bench Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2009-east-bench-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Ridge 14.6,Red,US,"Made from three selections of Pinot Noir and aged in one-year-old barrels, this is a forward Pinot Noir, rich in raspberries, cherries, spicy bacon and smoky sandalwood flavors. It's a dazzler, and best now for its youthful appeal.",Three Plumes,42,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,TR Elliott 2008 Three Plumes Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tr-elliott-2008-three-plumes-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,TR Elliott 14.8,Red,US,"Dry, hard in tannins and rustic in the way of some youthful Petite Sirahs. If you drink it now, you'll find plenty of sweet, flashy cherries and raspberries, but the wine will feel hard and astringent. Needs time. Should begin to blossom after 2014 and drink well for many years after.",Vaca Mountain,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Envy 2008 Vaca Mountain Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2008-vaca-mountain-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Envy ,Red,US,"Young and hard, with sharp edges but excellent components. A bigger wine than the '06 Sophie. Still a firm, tannic, rather hard-edged wine, but delicious. Pepper Bridge and Seven Hills fruit delivers excellent structure and depth, polished tannins, with cassis and blackberry fruit driven deep into the core of the wine.",Sophie de Rollat,29,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Chateau Rollat 2007 Sophie de Rollat Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rollat-2007-sophie-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Chateau Rollat ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Albe opens with very dark concentration and a thick, inky consistency that is peppered with bright aromas of ripe strawberry, raspberry roll-up, prune, spice and leather. The close is characterized by sweet berry flavors and this upfront, dense wine will probably be ready to drink in 2–3 years.",Albe,38,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,G D Vajra 2007 Albe (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-d-vajra-2007-albe-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,G D Vajra ,Red,Italy,"Saffron spice, leather, tobacco, mesquite and sweet cherry provide the foundation for a very compelling aromatic bouquet. The wine delivers tight tannins and a chewy finish that needs another 5–10 years of cellar aging.",Gramolere,74,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Fratelli Alessandria 2007 Gramolere (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-alessandria-2007-gramolere-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Fratelli Alessandria 14.5,Red,US,"A great, complex wine for drinking now with roasts and stews. Smoothly tannic, it's big, yet dry and subtle, showing flavors of blackberries, raspberries and cherries, with a delightful minerality. The sweet finish is long, rich and spicy.",Bee Bee's Blend,48,92,California,Napa,Calistoga,Envy 2008 Bee Bee's Blend Red (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2008-bee-bees-blend-red-napa-calistoga/,Red Blend,2008,Envy 15,Red,Chile,"This high-priced Syrah is stately. The nose is ripe, minty and loaded with cassis and blackberry fruit. The palate displays extraction handled well, while accents of mint, spice, nutmeg and licorice work great with core black fruit flavors. Juicy, deep and focused. Contains 12% Cabernet Sauvignon; 150 cases made.",Gravas del Maipo,150,92,Buin,,,Concha y Toro 2007 Gravas del Maipo Syrah (Buin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2007-gravas-maipo-shiraz-syrah-syrah-buin/,Syrah,2007,Concha y Toro ,Red,Italy,"This delightfully elegant and traditional expression of Nebbiolo opens with lush aromas of ripe fruit, leather, root beer and dried fruit. It offers intensity, length and would pair with lamb chops. Drink after 2015.",,,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Saria 2008 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-saria-2008-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Cascina Saria ,Red,Italy,"From one of Italy's greatest vineyard designations, this Cannubi Barolo shows all the beauty and elegance that makes Piedmont a wine region celebrated and envied around the world. The 2007 edition of the wine is particularly soft and ripe with plush cherry and pipe tobacco aromas followed by a smooth, velvety finish.",Cannubi,90,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Damilano 2007 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2007-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Damilano 14.5,Red,Italy,"Barbaresco Vigne Erte offers aged aromas of black mineral and wet river stone backed by bright aromas of forest berry and black cherry. It's a smooth, polished wine with a firm tannic backbone and impressive length.",Vigne Erte,72,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cigliuti 2006 Vigne Erte (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cigliuti-2006-vigne-erte-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cigliuti 13.9,Red,US,"The grapes are from old vines in Calistoga, and the wine shows the ripe, rich, full-bodied personality of that warm area. It's dry and tannic, yet opulent in sweet oak, raspberry, blackberry, plum and chocolate fruit, with a long, spicy finish. Very nice now, and should develop over many years.",,38,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,C. Beck 2008 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/c-beck-2008-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,C. Beck ,Red,Italy,"This bright Barolo opens with sweet cherry aromas backed by spice, coffee and full renderings of chocolate fudge and espresso cream. I Bastioni is a generous, full-bodied wine that would pair with pork medallions in fennel sauce.",I Bastioni,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,I Bastioni 2007 I Bastioni (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-bastioni-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,I Bastioni ,Red,Italy,This vineyard-designate Barolo opens with focused floral aromas of pressed violets and rose with perfumed notes of church incense and Spanish cedar. The aromas are presented in a sharp and refined manner and backed by finely textured tannins.,Vigna S. Caterina,44,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Guido Porro 2007 Vigna S. Caterina (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guido-porro-2007-vigna-s-caterina-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Guido Porro ,Red,France,"With smoky aromas and strict tannins, this is initially an austere wine. The fruit remains firm and tight, very powerful, while the final acidity gives a delicious, more juicy finale.",Les Vaucrains,96,92,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Camille Giroud 2008 Les Vaucrains (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-giroud-2008-vaucrains-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2008,Camille Giroud ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Rocche opens with inky-dark concentration, chewy ripe cherry flavors and lingering hints of cola, mint and licorice. The more the wine opens in the glass, the more it evolves aromatically to include tones of barbecue, mesquite and smoke.",Rocche,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Brovia 2007 Rocche (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brovia-2007-rocche-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Brovia 14.5,Red,Italy,"Barolo Parafada is a lush, meaty and expressive wine with power, heft and bright aromas of cured meat, Bresaola, leather, dried rose, licorice and cola. The wine presents a solid wall of tannins and gritty firmness that will need at least another five years of bottle aging.",Parafada,65,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Palladino 2007 Parafada (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palladino-2007-parafada-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Palladino ,Red,Italy,"Mario Marengo's Barolo offers spicy notes of clove and nutmeg at the back of bright berry, cola and coffee. The wine boasts generous fullness and depth thanks to its ripe tannins and long, silky feel. Drink in 5–10 years",,50,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mario Marengo 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-marengo-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Mario Marengo 15.1,White,US,"A dry, late-harvest wine from 20-year-old vines. Floral with a subtle honey note, more like pollen; lemon and orange candy, sleek and deep.",Heritage,18,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,pb 2010 Heritage Pinot Gris (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pb-2010-heritage-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Gris,2010,pb ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Famiglia Anselma opens with luscious, dark concentration and spicy tones of clove, pepper and honey-roasted almond. Delicate aromas of cassis, cola and licorice fill in the back and help build endurance and persistency for what is a long, pleasurable mouthfeel.",Famiglia Anselma,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Anselma 2007 Famiglia Anselma (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anselma-2007-famiglia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Anselma ,Red,Italy,"Vintner Enzo Rapalino has crafted a luscious, thick Barbaresco with warm wood tones of spice and toasted almond backed by delicious notes of bright berry and wild raspberry. The wine shows firm, determined tannins and a very solid structure for a long aging future.",,,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,La Ganghija 2008 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ganghija-2008-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,La Ganghija ,Red,US,"If there is a better vineyard than Boushey in Washington for Syrah, it has not yet been discovered. This young wine tastes like younger vines, with more green and less meat in the flavors. But the complexity and depth of Boushey fruit is there, and the wine takes you on a ride through a mélange of intriguing herb, fruit, cured meat and barrel flavors.",Boushey Vineyard,55,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,JM Cellars 2008 Boushey Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2008-boushey-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,JM Cellars ,Red,France,There is considerable power behind the rich fruit with its flavors of ripe strawberries and black cherries.,Clos Vougeot,260,92,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Louis Latour 2009 Clos Vougeot (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-clos-vougeot-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2009,Louis Latour ,Red,Italy,"This is a very enjoyable Barolo with sweet, modern tones of oak, toast and spice balanced with sophisticated tones of cola, red berries and smoky tar. You'll feel the natural softness and velvety nature of the 2007 vintage on the tannins of this richly concentrated wine.",Montanello,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Tenuta Montanello 2007 Montanello (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-montanello-2007-montanello-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Tenuta Montanello ,White,France,"A precise wine, with a structure of great acidity and fresh fruit, which has a fine balance between yellow fruits and pointed pink grapefruit. Its texture is such that it will age well over several years.",Perrières,234,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2009 Perrières (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2009-perrieres-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Jacques Prieur ,Red,France,"A delicious, soft wine, packed with ripe, almost sweet red fruits. More complexity comes from the integrated wood and acidity, although approachability is the dominant character.",Clos des 60 Ouvrées,155,92,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or 2009 Clos des 60 Ouvrées (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pousse-dor-2009-clos-60-ouvrees-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or 13.5,Red,France,"Edged with minerality, this structured wine has rich red plum and black cherry fruit, acidity and a definite wood flavor at this stage. It is powerful and concentrated, the wood and fruit tannins important.",Beaune Grèves,70,92,Burgundy,Beaune,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Beaune Grèves (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-beaune-greves-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chanson Père et Fils ,Red,Italy,"Inky-dark saturation and immediate aromas of dark fruit, cassis, chocolate, carob seed, tar, tobacco and licorice offer an excellent first impression. Dark spice and finely ground black pepper accent the wine's long, elegant mouthfeel. Drink after 2015.",Cerrati Vigna Cucco,57,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Cucco 2007 Cerrati Vigna Cucco (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-cucco-2007-cerrati-vigna-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Cucco ,Red,Italy,"Soft, ripe cherry and velvety tones of spice and nutmeg open the bouquet of this balanced Barolo from the powerful 2007 vintage. The wine shows concentration and power with lingering tones of chocolate, espresso and cured meat over a solid structure.",Cerretta,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Germano Ettore 2007 Cerretta (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/germano-ettore-2007-cerretta-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Germano Ettore ,Red,Italy,"This Barolo Riserva delivers loads of pleasure and good cheer thanks to those delicious aromas of melted chocolate, vanilla cream and bursting red cherry. Ethereal tones of spice, cola and licorice color the close and help give dimension to the wine's soft, velvety texture.",Bussia Munie Riserva,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Franco Conterno 2005 Bussia Munie Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franco-conterno-2005-bussia-munie-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Franco Conterno ,Red,Italy,"Very distinctive and unique in terms of its aromatic delivery, this beautiful Barbaresco boasts complex layers of licorice, root beer and white cherry that help support a lively vertical lift. A light ruby appearance is followed by tight astringency and crushed black pepper. Pajoré plays the elegance card very well.",Pajoré,57,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rizzi 2008 Pajoré (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rizzi-2008-pajore-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Rizzi ,Red,Italy,"This beautiful Riserva Nebbiolo from the Serraboella cru opens with warm and generous aromas of spice box, toasted almond, red fruit and vanilla. Thick density, balance and subtle softness make this wine a bit more approachable to drink within five years. The close is accented by a bright spot of sweet cinnamon.",Serraboella Riserva,,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rivetti Massimo 2006 Serraboella Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetti-massimo-2006-serraboella-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Rivetti Massimo 13,White,France,"Serious, concentrated fruit and structure on this grand cru Chablis. White fruits, laced with lime and rounded with some toast, all contribute to a powerful, complex wine.",Les Clos,85,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Les Clos (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-clos-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Chanson Père et Fils ,Red,Italy,"From the Serralunga d'Alba area of Barolo production (an area known for thicker, denser, more structured wines) comes this bold and beautiful expression of Nebbiolo. The wine boasts huge intensity and luscious, soft roundness on the close.",,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cantine Gemma 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-gemma-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cantine Gemma 14.3,Red,US,"This is a deeply flavored, earthy wine. You'll find rich raspberry and cherry fruit, but also a mushroomy taste, as well as intense baking spices. Impressively complex, it's fairly tannic, and seems immature. Give it 4–5 years in a good cellar.",Burgonet,42,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,TR Elliott 2008 Burgonet Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tr-elliott-2008-burgonet-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,TR Elliott ,Red,Italy,"Nebbiolo from the Serralunga area of the Langhe tends to veer towards bolder concentration, dark color and thicker aromatic intensity. This expression illustrates this trend very nicely and adds its own distinct layers of licorice and tar to the overall picture.",Serralunga,31,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giovanni Rosso 2007 Serralunga (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanni-rosso-2007-serralunga-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giovanni Rosso ,Red,Italy,"A fine wine for dinner parties and important family reunions, this bright Barolo exudes elegance and finesse thanks to its delicate aromas of blue flower, dried lavender, cassis and forest berry. The wine is sheer and smooth with taut firmness on the close.",Vigna Lazzairasco,44,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Guido Porro 2007 Vigna Lazzairasco (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guido-porro-2007-vigna-lazzairasco-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Guido Porro ,Red,Italy,"A clear pedigree wine, this elegant Barbaresco offers notes of mature berry, cola, coffee and cedar wrapped around drying, firm tannins. Cellar age it two or three more years and pair it eventually with a sophisticated dish such as quail and wild rice.",Sorì Sartù,,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Massimo Penna 2008 Sorì Sartù (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massimo-penna-2008-sori-sartu-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Massimo Penna 13.4,Red,US,"A very fruity Pinot Noir, flamboyant in wild summer raspberry and cherry flavors. There's an exotic spiciness, and earthy, forest notes of pine needles and anise. A beautiful wine, dry and silky, and capable of a few years of age.",Rancho Santa Rosa,45,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2009 Rancho Santa Rosa Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2009-rancho-santa-rosa-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Longoria ,Red,Italy,"This Riserva from the 2005 vintage showcases elegant tones of cola and licorice supported by thicker tones of mature blackberry and moist earth. The wine's medium body and fine texture is successfully enhanced by the staying power of those fresh, menthollike flavors.",Riserva,135,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marchesi di Barolo 2005 Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2005-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Marchesi di Barolo 15.2,Red,US,"An impressive wine from this St. Helena winery, with the vineyard below Howell Mountain. It's rich and classic, showing ripe blackberry, blueberry, currant and earthy flavors, with wonderfully thick, refined tannins. An elaborate, Cabernet that should benefit from up to six years in the cellar.",,58,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mad Hatter 2008 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mad-hatter-2008-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Mad Hatter ,Red,Italy,"Don't even think of drinking this wine sooner than ten years from now. Those tight, nervous tannins need time to slowly unwind and the wine presents beautiful aromas of cassis and red cherry that will evolve with aging. At the back of it all are steady tones of spicy tobacco and leather.",Vigna Margheria,35,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Luigi Pira 2007 Vigna Margheria (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-pira-2007-vigna-margheria-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Luigi Pira ,Red,France,"Great density here, with firm tannins and big fruit flavors, very generous and opulent, while also structured. The whole wine is suffused with black plum sweetness. It is also ageworthy.",Les Charmes,125,92,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Alex Gambal 2009 Les Charmes (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alex-gambal-2009-charmes-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2009,Alex Gambal ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Neirane (from the Verduno area of the Langhe, Piedmont) offers pretty Nebbiolo complexity with dark concentration and lasting aromas of vibrant fruit, dark spice, red rose and cherry cola. The wine presents a velvety, soft texture in the mouth with a sweet cherry aftertaste.",Neirane,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Agostino Bosco 2007 Neirane (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agostino-bosco-2007-neirane-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Agostino Bosco 14.4,Red,US,"This is an outlier in the Brian Carter lineup of Euro-style blends, a single vineyard, pure varietal Cabernet. As such, it drills down deeply into the character of Washington terroir as captured in a Cab-friendly site, the Stone Tree Vineyard in the heart of the Wahluke Slope AVA. Dark, deep, concentrated, smoky, with tendrils of earth and rock reaching all the way through the tart and tannic finish.",Stone Tree Vineyard 1,48,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Brian Carter 2008 Stone Tree Vineyard 1 Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2008-stone-tree-vineyard-1-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Brian Carter ,Red,Italy,"Here's a traditional and classic Barolo with slightly earthy qualities and warming aromas of red fruit, prune and blackberry. The wine delivers tight, chewy tannins and would pair with agnolotti (a stuffed pasta found in Piedmont) with meat sauce.",La Serra,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Alberto Voerzio 2007 La Serra (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alberto-voerzio-2007-serra-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Alberto Voerzio ,Red,Italy,"This is a gorgeous Barbaresco that shows special excellence in terms of its extraction and density. It's a firm, solid wine without being too heavy or dense and the bouquet is bursting with blackberry, blueberry and red rose aromas. Keep this wine safe in your cellar for ten years or more.",Basarin,,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Adriano Marco & Vittorio 2008 Basarin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adriano-marco-vittorio-2008-basarin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Adriano Marco & Vittorio ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Colarej is characterized by dark concentration, powdery tannins and bright aromas of forest fruit, cola and exotic spice. The wine presents a compact, streamlined style with a blast of fruit intensity on the finish. Pair this beautiful wine with game hen and black truffle.",Colarej,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cantine Gemma 2007 Colarej (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-gemma-2007-colarej-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cantine Gemma ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Bricco Rocca boasts its own personality that puts more focus on broader, horizontal aromas of Graham cracker, dried grass and spice rather than vertical notes of cola and mint. Because of its unique traits, this wine would pair with stewed meats or baked white beans.",Bricco Rocca,70,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Ballarin 2007 Bricco Rocca (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ballarin-2007-bricco-rocca-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Ballarin ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Cannubi Boschis (the designation name refers to which vineyard sites the fruit was harvested from) opens with a dark, garnet color and intense aromas of soft spice, brown sugar, cinnamon and ripe blackberry. This is a masculine, brooding wine with excellent aging potential.",Cannubi Boschis,75,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Virna Borgogno 2007 Cannubi Boschis (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virna-borgogno-2007-cannubi-boschis-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Virna Borgogno ,Red,Italy,"Dark power and concentration mark the bouquet of this vineyard-designate Barolo Riserva. Sweet oak tones of spice and clove mingle effortlessly with aromas of mature fruit, leather and black truffle. Firm structure and tight tannins give the wine a clean, polished feel.",Villero Riserva,58,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Franco Molino Cascina Rocca 2005 Villero Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franco-molino-cascina-rocca-2005-villero-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Franco Molino Cascina Rocca ,Red,Italy,"This is a delicious wine with spice overtones lavished over mature fruit and wild cherry. The liveliness of the fruit is what sets this wine apart, and ultimately guarantees the wine's longevity. More bright berry nuances are woven within the natural tightness of the tannins.",Bussia Munie,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Franco Conterno 2007 Bussia Munie (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franco-conterno-2007-bussia-munie-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Franco Conterno 14,Red,Italy,"Prunotto's wines are easily available in the United States and make a perfect option for those of us who just can't get enough of the Nebbiolo grape. This elegant wine opens with tones of pressed violet, cola, natural rubber and menthol. The wine shows a healthy, vibrant feel with tannins that could use five more years of aging.",Bussia,100,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Prunotto 2007 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-2007-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Prunotto 13.5,Red,Italy,"This wonderful vintage of Tortoniano (a blend of Nebbiolo grapes from the best vineyard crus) opens with amazing intensity and purity of its varietal aromas. The wood element, in the form of toasted almond and espresso bean, is integrated and the close is persistent, smooth and firm.",Tortoniano,55,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Michele Chiarlo 2006 Tortoniano (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2006-tortoniano-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Michele Chiarlo 14.3,Red,New Zealand,"A terrific example of Waipara Pinot Noir, Mountford's 2007 Estate bottling combines savory, herbal notes with black cherry and plum fruit into a wine of great complexity and nuance. The tannins are supple, lending a silky tinge to the long, meaty finish. Drink now–2015, although that may prove conservative. Just 50 cases imported.",Estate,40,92,Waipara,,,Mountford 2007 Estate Pinot Noir (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountford-2007-estate-pinot-noir-waipara/,Pinot Noir,2007,Mountford ,Red,Italy,"With a steady portfolio of above 90-point wines, you can count on Moccagatta for elegant, territory-driven expressions of Nebbiolo. Bric Balin Barbaresco is a beautiful wine with seamless integration of berry, smoke and spice flavors.",Bric Balin,65,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Moccagatta 2008 Bric Balin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moccagatta-2008-bric-balin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Moccagatta ,Red,Italy,"This Barolo from the Bussia cru offers pretty oak renderings of spice, cinnamon, vanilla and mesquite smoke backed by sweet cherry, raspberry and cola. The tannins are tight and still bitter, which means they need another five years or so of cellar aging.",Bussia,112,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Parusso 2007 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parusso-2007-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Parusso ,Red,Italy,"This beautiful wine shows all the rare characteristics required for long aging potential. There's structure, acidity, minerality and loads of plush, ripe fruit—tones that will evolve in ten years or more. The wine opens with a dark garnet color and bright aromas of cherry, cassis, cola and soy sauce.",Villero,68,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Oddero 2007 Villero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oddero-2007-villero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Oddero ,White,France,"This is delicious already, with ripe yellow fruit flavors and layers of wood. There is a good tension between the sweet ripe fruit and the very textured acidity. For aging, but drinkable soon.",Les Combettes,166,92,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2009 Les Combettes (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2009-combettes-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Jacques Prieur ,Red,US,"A delicious wine, with pretty, pure Syrah flavors of blackberry fruit slathered in coffee liqueur and caramel toast. It's a wine that can only be called yummy; but it has muscle and verve and does not over-reach for super ripeness. All in proportion, with interesting streaks of licorice and smoke running through the lingering finish.",,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tranche 2006 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tranche-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2006,Tranche ,Red,Italy,"Ugo Lequio's beautiful Gallina Barbaresco offers loads of cola (cherry cola and root beer) with firm oak tones that need time to unwind with more cellar aging. Toasted notes, spice and pressed red rose petal appear on the long, generous close.",Gallina,,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ugo Lequio 2008 Gallina (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ugo-lequio-2008-gallina-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Ugo Lequio 13.5,White,France,"Richly structured and intense wine, its white fruits locked into a tight texture, powered by acidity as well as a chalky, tangy character. The wine has long-term aging potential.",Les Macherelles,66,92,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Roux Père et Fils 2008 Les Macherelles (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2008-macherelles-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Roux Père et Fils 14.4,Red,US,"The blend is 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Syrah, and 20% Merlot, delivering pure fruit flavors of black raspberry, blackberry and cassis. Sourced from young vines, and mostly Red Mountain vineyards, despite the Columbia valley label. Succulent and brambly, with dusty tannins and a finish with dark coffee flavors.",The Dissident,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mark Ryan 2008 The Dissident Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2008-dissident-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Mark Ryan 14.4,Red,US,"Sourced from Mike Sauer's Les Vignes de Marcoux Vineyard (near Red Willow), this sends up classic Yakima Valley Syrah scents––black tea, seaside funk, and umami, with drying tannins that seem soaked in ripe black cherry fruit. Juicy finish, with a streak of lemony acidity.",Lost Soul,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mark Ryan 2008 Lost Soul Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2008-lost-soul-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,Mark Ryan 15.1,Red,US,"John Chiarito is making Italian varieties like Nero d'Avola and Negro Amaro––as well as estate-grown Petite Sirah and Zinfandel––on the outskirts of Ukiah, from his basement winery. There he combines an Old-World sensibility with New World techniques. He's nailing it here with a rustic, tannic but intensely delicious Zin full of berry aromas and a spicy finish. Big and hearty, this wine has soul.",Estate Bottled,21,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Chiarito 2007 Estate Bottled Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiarito-2007-estate-bottled-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2007,Chiarito ,White,France,"This wonderful, mineral wine boasts the ripe apricot and peach fruits of the year combined with a taut texture, well-integrated wood and a great waft of citrus to close.",Les Folatières,85,92,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2009 Les Folatières (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-folatieres-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Latour ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is a classic wine with crisp lines, great structure and loads of complexity. Aromas of spice, red fruit, leather and tobacco are well integrated and never over the top. The finish offers compelling intensity with touches of chopped mint and licorice.",Rocche di Castiglione,60,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Roccheviberti 2007 Rocche di Castiglione (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roccheviberti-2007-rocche-castiglione-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Roccheviberti 14.5,Red,Italy,"From the Serralunga subzone of Barolo, this classic rendition of Nebbiolo opens with an orange-garnet color segueing into delicate aromas of licorice, mesquite, dried prune or plum and drying mineral notes. The wine presents a focused, linear feel in the mouth. Very nice",Serralunga,51,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Palladino 2007 Serralunga (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palladino-2007-serralunga-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Palladino 14.5,Red,Italy,"Orlando Abrigo consistently delivers bold, full-bodied expressions of Nebbiolo and this vineyard-designate Barbaresco is no exception. You could say that the wine has “good bones” thanks to the firmness of its tannic structure and the boldness of its blackberry, cassis and spice flavors.",Rocche Meruzzano,55,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Orlando Abrigo 2007 Rocche Meruzzano (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orlando-abrigo-2007-rocche-meruzzano-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Orlando Abrigo 14,Red,Italy,"Nice complexity and vertical aromas of cola, licorice and cherry liqueur open the nose of this Riserva Barbaresco. The wine's aromatic characteristics are very much in line with classic Nebbiolo and there's a pungent or immediate quality as well. In the mouth, it shows dense, chewy consistency.",Rongalio Meruzzano Riserva,75,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Orlando Abrigo 2006 Rongalio Meruzzano Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orlando-abrigo-2006-rongalio-meruzzano-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Orlando Abrigo 13.5,White,France,"A warm, rich wine, with cream and butter flavors lying over the more textured acidity. The wood is just noticeable, adding its smoky character to the yellow fruits and citrus.",Les Folatières,89,92,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Les Folatières (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-folatieres-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Joseph Drouhin ,Red,US,"John Bigelow sources from exceptional vineyards scattered around eastern Washington; this has Klipsun, Lewis, Stillwater Creek and Boushey grapes in the blend. Carefully crafted, it pits its sharp, tangy berry fruit against flavors of cured meat, smoke, anise, whiskey barrel and earth––a glorious and complex medley of flavors. Still young and sharp, this will benefit from some further years of bottle age.",,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,JM Cellars ,White,US,"This barrel-fermented Sémillon deftly mixes smoky toast with rich and deep fruit flavors of melon and grapefruit. Exceptionally concentrated and full-bodied, it carries forward into this new vintage the well-established style of Ardenvoir's unique take on Washington Sémillon.",,22,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ardenvoir 2009 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ardenvoir-2009-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2009,Ardenvoir ,White,US,"A new offering from Ardenvoir, this Chardonnay is as Burgundian as any in Washington. Fine, tart and racy fruit is married to top-notch French oak. The meld of vivid apple and citrus flavors to mineral-soaked acidity and a frame of toasted coconut is marvelously seductive. Ageworthy but already delicious.",,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ardenvoir 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ardenvoir-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Ardenvoir 14.7,Red,US,"Ripe, jammy fruit marks this polished young Cabernet. It's rich in cherries and red licorice, with a sweet liqueur potency and an umami intensity suggesting salty smoked meats. The tannins are considerable in this muscular wine, which suggests aging for five or six years.",,85,92,California,Napa,St. Helena,Anomaly 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anomaly-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Anomaly ,Red,US,"A very firm and well-structured expression of pure Walla Walla Syrah. There is a core of blueberry and blackberry fruit, amply wrapped in sweetly toasty, smoky oak (despite very little new barrel usage). It finishes clean with the characteristic earthy foundation of Walla Walla Syrah, and a streak of rock and licorice.",,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Gramercy 2009 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramercy-cellars-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2009,Gramercy 12.2,White,US,"Fermented with wild yeast in neutral French oak barrels, this Evergreen Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc opens with a burst of peppery citrus fruit, almost Grüner-like. That spicy note persists throughout the long, sweetly herbal flavor set, blending lemon and lime, pineapple and grapefruit in a harmonious, lively and palate-cleansing crescendo.",Feral,18,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Efeste 2010 Feral Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2010-feral-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Efeste 15.2,Red,US,"Soft entry, with generous aromas introducing supple purple and black fruits. Tannins are substantial, well-structured, slightly grainy. There are light streaks of smoke, coffee, herb and bark; the earthy character of Syrah is evident but seems somehow softened and wrapped in the toasty barrel flavors. The blend includes 3% cofermented Viognier and 17% Grenache.",,55,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Corliss Estates 2006 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corliss-estates-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2006,Corliss Estates ,Red,France,"From young vines in Chambertin, this is big and generous, showing the richness of the year as well as its depth of fruit. Firm tannins help to give the wine shape.",Premier Cru,128,92,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2009 Premier Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2009-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Jacques Prieur 13.5,Red,France,"This wine is initially austere, but then shows rich, ripe fruit and a solid structure. The wine's strong tannic character suggests considerable aging potential, while it already shows a deliciously gentle side.",Champs-Pimont Premier Cru,76,92,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2009 Champs-Pimont Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2009-champs-pimont-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Jacques Prieur 13.5,Red,France,"Big, tannic and fruity, giving an intense structure of black plums laced with sweet raspberries. It exudes richness and power, generous while also firm.",Premier Cru,96,92,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Domaine Dujac 2009 Premier Cru (Morey-Saint-Denis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dujac-2009-premier-cru-pinot-noir-morey-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Dujac 14.2,White,Greece,"Sigalas sets the bar high for Assyrtiko as usual. This 2010 is a balance of rounded citrus, crisp sea salt and sparkling minerality. Delicious with grilled fish, fruit or alone on a hot day, this is an elegant gem of a white that represents some of the best of Greek wine offered today.",,24,92,Santorini,,,Domaine Sigalas 2010 Assyrtico (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sigalas-2010-greek-white-assyrtico-santorini/,Assyrtico,2010,Domaine Sigalas ,Red,Italy,"Mature cherry fruit with renderings of spice, clove and cigar box make up the bouquet of this elegant Barolo from the Cannubi cru (located immediately outside the town of Barolo in Piedmont). Smoky ash, sandalwood and cured beef aromas appear on the close.",Vigneto Cannubi,65,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Comm. G. B. Burlotto 2007 Vigneto Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comm-g-b-burlotto-2007-vigneto-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Comm. G. B. Burlotto 14.4,White,US,"Zesty acidity and the flavors of green apples, pears and mangoes combine to make this Chardonnay attractive and food friendly. It has a creamy smokiness that adds to the richness. Drink it now with elaborate shellfish dishes.",Ritchie Vineyard,40,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bjornstad 2008 Ritchie Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bjornstad-2008-ritchie-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Bjornstad 13.5,Red,France,"Showing austerity via its tannins, this is a severe wine despite its red berry fruit. It has layers of wood and a dry core. Age for six years or more.",Clos de Fèves,95,92,Burgundy,Beaune,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Clos de Fèves (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-clos-feves-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chanson Père et Fils ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Castellero opens with vibrant tones of red cherry and cassis with elegant tones of licorice, cola, mesquite smoke and dried lavender flowers. It's a nuanced, feminine expression of Nebbiolo with impressive complexity and solid tannins at the back.",Vigna Castellero,69,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Barale Fratelli 2007 Vigna Castellero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barale-fratelli-2007-vigna-castellero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Barale Fratelli ,Red,Italy,"Dark, inky extraction opens this Barolo and segues to bold aromas of mature berry fruit and spicy oak renderings. The wine feels plush, rich and generous in the mouth but the tightness and astringency of the tannins suggest that this wine will be ready in 5–10 years.",Vigna Cappella di Santo Stefano,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Podere Rocche dei Manzoni 2007 Vigna Cappella di Santo Stefano (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-rocche-manzoni-2007-vigna-cappella-santo-stefano-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Podere Rocche dei Manzoni 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a very impressive expression of Nebbiolo from the celebrated 2007 vintage that shows sweet vanilla and spice tones at the back of blueberry, cassis and cherry cola. The wine shows a softer, more immediate quality than compared to past vintages.",,43,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Piazzo Armando 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzo-armando-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Piazzo Armando 14.9,Red,US,"A real dazzler in the mouth, offering complex tiers of cherries, raspberries, sweet vanilla, rose petals, cinnamon and clove and smoky sandalwood. This richness is perfectly balanced by crisp, coastal acidity and a hint of tannin astringency. Hard to keep from drinking it now, but it should develop over the next six years.",Doña Margarita Vineyard Mas Cavalls,44,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2007 Doña Margarita Vineyard Mas Cavalls Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2007-dona-margarita-vineyard-mas-cavalls-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Marimar Estate ,Red,France,"Black cherry juice vies with a dense structure in this powerful wine. It has layers of tannins and sweetness. This is a firm, solid wine packed inside velvet. Age for 10 years and more.",Les Quatre Journaux,425,93,Burgundy,Romanée-St.-Vivant,,Louis Latour 2009 Les Quatre Journaux (Romanée-St.-Vivant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-quatre-journaux-pinot-noir-romanee-st-vivant/,Pinot Noir,2009,Louis Latour ,Red,Italy,"This Barolo opens with a ruby-garnet color and earthy aromas of wild mushroom, root beer, cedar wood, licorice and cola. The wine shows great richness and a touch of sweet fruit woven within its thick, solid structure.",,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Massimo Penna 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massimo-penna-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Massimo Penna ,Red,Italy,"This Barolo from the Brunate cru shows gorgeous characteristics of mature fruit, spice, natural rubber, asphalt, tar and root beer. The wine's personality is marked by a comforting, almost familiar territory-driven feel that recalls the greatest Nebbiolo-based wines from Piedmont. Save this bottle in your cellar for 10 years or more.",Brunate,54,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marcarini 2007 Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-2007-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Marcarini 14,Red,Italy,"Bold and beautiful, this elegant expression of Barolo delivers impressive intensity and personality. There's great complexity here in the form of cola, black fruit, licorice, cedar and cured meat aromas. Ripe concentration and plush fruit flavors help balance out the tight tannins.",Mirau,95,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Negretti 2006 Mirau (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/negretti-2006-mirau-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Negretti ,Red,Italy,"Ausario is an exceptional expression of Nebbiolo that opens with luscious, dark concentration and excellent complexity. Wood tones of spice and toasted nut marry the fresh fruit tones associated with the grape variety that makes Piedmont so famous. The wine is tight, firm and velvety on the finish.",Ausario,42,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Molino 2008 Ausario (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/molino-2008-ausario-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Molino ,Red,Italy,"Fontanabianca is a microboutique, family-run winery that pulls out jaw-dropping gorgeous wines year after year. A hard work ethic and lucky vineyard locations shape this opulent, deeply layered Barbaresco and its steady array of spice, dark fruit, plum, cola, licorice and dark asphalt-like aromas.",Bordini,55,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Fontanabianca 2008 Bordini (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanabianca-2008-bordini-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Fontanabianca 13.5,Red,France,"Impressively rich and dense, with dark plum and sweet fruits signalling opulence. The wine has power and intensity although it never loses the acidity of the vintage.",Clos Vougeot,203,93,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2008 Clos Vougeot (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2008-clos-vougeot-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Jacques Prieur ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Le Coste is a masculine, taut expression of Nebbiolo with dark color and concentration set against aromas of cured meat, bresaola, sweet oak, toasted nut and sweet red cherry. The wine could age 4–6 years more to give its tight tannins a slightly softer edge",Le Coste,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Grimaldi 2007 Le Coste (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-grimaldi-2007-le-coste-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giacomo Grimaldi 14,Red,Italy,"Bright and tonic, with vibrant fruit tones of cassis and dried raspberry followed by exotic spice and smoked bacon, this is an elegant and complex Barolo. After a while in the glass, you'll notice those fine mineral tones that characterize the Cannubi cru and that give this wine both backbone and personality.",Cannubi,110,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,E. Pira e Figli (Chiara Boschis) 2007 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-pira-e-figli-chiara-boschis-2007-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,E. Pira e Figli (Chiara Boschis) 13.5,White,France,"Great mineral wine, with wonderful lemon and pineapple flavors. The texture is light, balancing wood, acidity and crisp fresh fruit. The wine has all the elements for aging.",Les Folatières,120,93,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Les Folatières (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-folatieres-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Chanson Père et Fils ,Red,Italy,"Barbaresco Bernardot is a gorgeous wine with full intensity and brightness colored by soft aromas of black cherry, chocolate and softly roasted hazelnut. Let this wine age five more years at a minimum so that those tannins unwind and soften.",Bricco Asili Bernardot,,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ceretto 2008 Bricco Asili Bernardot (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2008-bricco-asili-bernardot-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Ceretto ,Red,Italy,"Here's a beautiful Barolo that exhibits a compact, streamlined style that would pair with lighter- colored meats such as pork or veal. There are pretty earthy notes of wild mushroom and dried fruit followed by ethereal tones of soy and cola. Drink after 2018.",Bricco Sarmassa,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Brezza 2007 Bricco Sarmassa (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brezza-2007-bricco-sarmassa-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Brezza 14.5,Red,US,"A blend of various vineyards, this is a seamless Cabernet, impossible to find any fault with. It's just perfect in structural integrity and sweet, oak-accented blackberry, cherry and cassis fruit. So delicious, you'll want to drink it now, and that's just fine.",Flagstone,52,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,6 North 2008 Flagstone Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/6-north-2008-flagstone-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,6 North 14.6,Red,US,"This meaty, gamy wine is 84% Mourvèdre, and marries its earthy flavors to the ripe black fruit of the Syrah. The two mix well, but could use a bit more bottle time to fully integrate. Blood, meat, cassis, and smoke mingle, and some heat slips in at the end, along with rich coffee grounds and dark chocolate. Big, flavorful, lingering.",Crazy Mary,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2008 Crazy Mary Mourvèdre (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2008-crazy-mary-mourvedre-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Mourvèdre,2008,Mark Ryan 14,Red,Italy,"The Ravera cru is celebrated for its power and elegance and this beautiful Barolo definitely delivers both. The wine shows beautifully linear aromas of red fruit, blue flower, smoke and exotic spice backed by bright intensity and firm tannins.",Ravera,65,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Principiano Ferdinando 2006 Ravera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principiano-ferdinando-2006-ravera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Principiano Ferdinando 14.6,Red,US,"Hugely delicious, just a joy to drink. So soft and velvety, so rich in blackberry jam, cassis and chocolate flavors, with the tannins so smooth and round. Really wonderful over the next few years, although the softness and high alcohol suggest it's not an ager.",,66,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa County-Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa County-Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-county-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Pride Mountain ,Red,Italy,"A beautiful wine that needs to age, this Basarin cru selection shows thick layers of berry fruit, cedar wood, almond and dark licorice. The oak element is strong, but the wine is still young and all its many elements will surely come into focus in 10 years or more.",Basarin,65,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Moccagatta 2008 Basarin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moccagatta-2008-basarin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Moccagatta ,Red,Italy,"There's a special elegance and finesse evident in this pretty expression of Nebbiolo. Fine aromas of cola, white cherry and black pepper are featured on the bouquet. In the mouth, this Barolo delivers strength, structure and endurance.",Vigneto Rocche,100,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Andrea Oberto 2007 Vigneto Rocche (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrea-oberto-2007-vigneto-rocche-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Andrea Oberto ,White,France,"A beautifully structured wine, with a great zingy, tangy edge to the citrus and toast flavors. It's ripe, packed with melon and pear flavors. Impressive.",La Maltroie Premier Cru,75,93,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Alex Gambal 2009 La Maltroie Premier Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alex-gambal-2009-la-maltroie-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Alex Gambal 14,Red,New Zealand,"Representing a new level of quality for Waiheke Syrah, this wine boasts captivating aromas of peppered meat, violets and cassis. It's full bodied without being heavy, and the flavors seamlessly blend fruity with savory for a thrilling ride. Finishes long, with firm tannins and a hint of espresso. Drink now¬–2018.",Dreadnought,35,93,Waiheke Island,,,Man O' War 2008 Dreadnought Syrah (Waiheke Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-o-war-2008-dreadnought-shiraz-syrah-syrah-waiheke-island/,Syrah,2008,Man O' War 14.8,Red,US,"Obviously from a superior terroir, this Pinot shows gorgeously ripe berry fruit and spices, brisk acidity, firm tannins and a rich coating of oak. But the parts haven't come together. It's like a team that needs practice. Should peak sometime in 2012, and hold for a couple years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,45,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Longoria 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Longoria 14.2,Red,US,"This single-vineyard wine tastes young and dense in youth. It shows deliciously ripe and forward cherry, raspberry, bacon and spice flavors, in a silky clean texture. There's an edge of tannins, but not so much that you couldn't enjoy it now and over the next six years.",Clos Pepe Vineyard,52,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Siduri 2009 Clos Pepe Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2009-clos-pepe-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Siduri ,Red,Italy,"From the celebrated Ravera cru, Elvio Cogno delivers a classic and elegant expression of Nebbiolo with tight tannins, long aging potential and nuanced aromas of small berry fruit, cola, leather, licorice and smoky cedar tones. Save this wine in your cellar 10 years or more.",Ravera,75,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Elvio Cogno 2007 Ravera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elvio-cogno-2007-ravera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Elvio Cogno 14,White,US,"A Sierra Foothills Sauvignon Blanc with incredibly inviting aromatics of grass, grapefruit and melon that evolves into a delicious texture that's light, dry and yet still somehow rich with crisp acidity. So good for summer and fall.",Monarch Mine Vineyard,18,93,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Easton 2009 Monarch Mine Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2009-monarch-mine-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Easton ,Red,Italy,"This is a lovely wine that is packed tight with spicy oak renderings, chocolate Nutella, almond paste, red fruit and roasted espresso bean. The wine shows elegant, drying tannins with creamy mocha flavors that last long in the mouth. Drink after 2015.",Ciabot Berton,80,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ciabot Berton 2007 Ciabot Berton (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciabot-berton-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Ciabot Berton ,Red,France,"For a Volnay, this is a very structured wine. It has huge richness laced with firm tannins and dark fruits. It is the firmness that dominates, suggesting some extra extraction, although the acidity does push right through to the finish.",En Caillerets Premier Cru,130,93,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or 2009 En Caillerets Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pousse-dor-2009-en-caillerets-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or 13,White,France,"This powerful wine reveals its style and breeding from the start. It has weight and concentration allied to great tangy fruit flavors. The nervy edge is very evident, with wood, structure from green apple skins and aging potential.",Preuses,70,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2008 Preuses (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2008-preuses-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Simonnet-Febvre 13.5,Red,Italy,"Reyna is a top-notch Barbaresco and this vintage delivers extra soft and supple smoothness followed by dark concentration and excellent intensity. There are so many aromatic descriptors here: espresso, black fruit, licorice, root beer, tar, tobacco and more. Drink from 2015–2020.",Reyna,40,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Michele Chiarlo 2007 Reyna (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2007-reyna-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Michele Chiarlo 14,Red,Italy,"This beautiful expression of Nebbiolo from the Cannubi cru opens with elegant and defined aromas of forest fruit, white chocolate, drying minerals, violets and moderate, spicy barbecue-like aromas. The wine shows excellent structure and tight, drying tannins that need 5–8 more years of cellar aging.",Cannubi,104,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Michele Chiarlo 2007 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2007-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Michele Chiarlo 14.5,Red,Italy,"If you love the biggest and boldest of Barolos, this beautiful wine is for you. It puts forth power and determination with confidence thanks to its aromas of barbecue spice, mesquite, roasted espresso bean, vanilla and ripe red cherry. Give it five more years.",Parafada,95,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Massolino 2007 Parafada (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massolino-2007-parafada-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Massolino 14.6,Red,US,"Fruit sourced from Red Mountain's top vineyards––Ciel du Cheval, Klipsun and Kiona––comes on rich and fruity, with big and powerful black cherry and cassis interwoven with threads of smoke, coffee, graphite and baking chocolate. Deep, dark and dense.",Wild Eyed,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2008 Wild Eyed Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2008-wild-eyed-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2008,Mark Ryan ,Red,Italy,"From one of Barolo's most celebrated and historic estates, this elegant Cannubi expression offers toasted notes of hazelnut, vanilla, cherry and chocolate over a lean, streamlined mouthfeel. The intensity of this wine and its endurance on the palate is remarkable.",Nei Cannubi,88,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2007 Nei Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2007-nei-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 14.4,Red,US,"Some Pinots are light and simple. This one's light and wonderfully complex. It's so translucent, the minerals of the earth seem to be speaking through the fruit. Silky and delicate in the mouth, it conveys rich flavors of raspberries, cherries, cinnamon and smoky sandalwood. Drink over the next few years.",Black,55,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Roadhouse Winery 2009 Black Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roadhouse-winery-2009-black-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Roadhouse Winery ,Red,US,"This top tier blend of 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, and 14% Syrah has a vein of sweet blackberry fruit that is wonderfully compelling. It dives into striated layers of rock, pencil, earth, bark, smoke and herb––not yet comingled, but fascinating.",Tre Fanciulli Red,42,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2008 Tre Fanciulli Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2008-tre-fanciulli-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,JM Cellars ,Red,US,"A complex nose shoots up aromas of dark berries, cassis, smoke, earth and toast. The fruit is generous and open; it tastes more like red berries than black. The acidity perfectly balances the fruit, and stretches out the flavors into a smooth, nicely detailed finish.",,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gramercy 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramercy-cellars-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Gramercy ,Red,US,"This wine is still a baby. Deep fruit flavors of boysenberry, cassis and black cherry are tightly wrapped in dark barrel flavors of graphite and baking spices; tannins are still stiff with tongue-drying astringency. This wine has texture and depth, but needs time and attention to its subtleties.",Rollat,38,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Chateau Rollat 2007 Rollat Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rollat-2007-rollat-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Chateau Rollat ,Red,US,"At first this seems a bit attenuated; the midpalate a bit dumb. The tannins are astringent and fine, and the fruit is clean and tart, and needs extended decanting. Sleek, Bordeaux-like, and quite firm, it has a strong streak of graphite and clean earth, with polished tannins and impressive depth and length.",Edouard de Rollat,62,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Chateau Rollat 2007 Edouard de Rollat Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rollat-2007-edouard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Chateau Rollat ,Red,Italy,"Massara is a gorgeous, seriously beautiful expression of Barolo with dark concentration that follows straight up to the wine's rim. Opulent aromas are of forest fruit, cherry cola, licorice, mesquite shavings and root beer. The wine has all the qualities for a long aging future including acidity, tannins and pulpy fruit tones.",Massara,65,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Castello di Verduno 2007 Massara (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-verduno-2007-massara-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Castello di Verduno ,Red,France,"There is rich fruit behind the severe opening tannins, giving a sumptuous although firmly structured wine. The raspberry and crushed strawberry flavors are developing well, ready to balance with the tannins after another year.",Beaune Grèves,,93,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2009 Beaune Grèves (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2009-beaune-greves-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Jacques Prieur ,Red,France,"A wine that is very mineral, very structured in its tannins, the black fruits flavors a straight line cut through with acidity.",Latricières Chambertin,185,93,Burgundy,Latricières-Chambertin,,Camille Giroud 2008 Latricières Chambertin (Latricières-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-giroud-2008-latricieres-chambertin-pinot-noir-latricieres-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Camille Giroud ,Red,Italy,"You'll love the powerful richness and natural concentration of this beautiful Barolo. It boasts masculine renderings of cherry liqueur, carob pod, red rose and sassy cinnamon spice. The wine shows great aging potential (10 years or more) thanks to its firm tannins and fresh acidity.",,55,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Aurelio Settimo 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aurelio-settimo-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Aurelio Settimo ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Coste di Rose is a darkly concentrated and rich wine with sweet spice overtones of clove, licorice and cinnamon over cherry fruit and raspberry. There's a soft, chewy quality to the mouthfeel that is typical of wines from the 2007 vintage.",Coste di Rose,61,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Bric Cenciurio 2007 Coste di Rose (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bric-cenciurio-2007-coste-rose-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Bric Cenciurio ,Red,Italy,"Brezza's finely nuanced Cannubi expression of Nebbiolo delivers sweet spice tones of cinnamon, clove and nutmeg followed by delicate tones of root beer, drying mineral, soy sauce and forest fruit. The wine is fine, compact and chiseled on the close with a long, structured finish. It's very elegant overall.",Cannubi,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Brezza 2007 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brezza-2007-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Brezza ,White,France,"Offering both richness and absolute freshness, the wine layers ripe white and yellow fruits, creamed apple flavors and a great line of mineral texture and citrus flavor. It will age, give this 6 years.",Le Champ Gain,100,93,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Camille Giroud 2008 Le Champ Gain (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-giroud-2008-le-champ-gain-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Camille Giroud ,Red,France,"An impressively powerful wine, with packed acidity, sweet fruits and ripe tannins. The wine has great density, a dusty texture, the fruit powering through while preserving the relative austerity of the vintage.",Corton le Rognet,120,93,Burgundy,Corton,,Camille Giroud 2008 Corton le Rognet (Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-giroud-2008-corton-le-rognet-pinot-noir-corton/,Pinot Noir,2008,Camille Giroud ,Red,Italy,"From the Monforte d'Alba area of Barolo, this deeply concentrated and rich wine is etched by sharp aromas of licorice, black pepper, red cherry, chocolate, leather and cigar box. The mouthfeel, with its soft, velvety tannins, is particularly pleasurable. Drink after 2015.",Rocche di Castelletto,74,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Chicco 2007 Rocche di Castelletto (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-chicco-2007-rocche-castelletto-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Chicco ,Red,Italy,"Barolo La Rosa delivers bold, dark concentration with sweet spice tones of almond paste and vanilla cream backed by sharply focused aromas of red berry, cassis, plum and mocha. In the mouth, this beautiful Nebbiolo boasts a linear but long-lasting feel.",La Rosa,115,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Fontanafredda 2007 La Rosa (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanafredda-2007-rosa-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Fontanafredda ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Vigna Rué is a meaty, beefy expression of Nebbiolo with generous tones of leather and tobacco backed by red cherry, spice, smoked beef jerky and soy sauce. Dark fruit concentration helps pad against the fresh oak tones that are also evident (and that will surely soften with more bottle aging).",Vigna Rué,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Germano Angelo 2007 Vigna Rué (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/germano-angelo-2007-vigna-rue-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Germano Angelo 14,Red,Italy,"Punset releases its wines much later than others and its organic, Nebbiolo-based wines really do need a lot of time in the bottle before they are ready to drink. Take this 2004 Barbaresco: The wine is very alive and bright with firm tannins and a long finish that will gain traction over the next decade.",,,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Punset 2004 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punset-2004-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2004,Punset 15,Red,US,"Hugely delicious, just a joy to drink. So soft and velvety, so rich in blackberry jam, cassis and chocolate flavors, with the tannins so smooth and round. Really wonderful over the next few years, although the softness and high alcohol suggest it's not an ager.",Vintner Select Cuvée,130,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pride Mountain 2008 Vintner Select Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2008-vintner-select-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Pride Mountain ,Red,Italy,"Ripe berry and mature fruit aromas of prune and candied cherry open the bouquet of this lovely, garnet-colored Barolo. The wine offers excellent intensity and depth with what can best be described as a lively mouthfeel. Indeed, this wine exudes life, health and brightness.",San Pietro,50,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Podere Ruggeri Corsini 2007 San Pietro (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-ruggeri-corsini-2007-san-pietro-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Podere Ruggeri Corsini ,Red,Italy,"Here's a very impressive Barbaresco with lush concentration and a beautiful, deep color. Aromatically, the wine puts forth layers of mature cherry, dark chocolate, red rose and cigar box. It's a structured, hefty style that would pair with grilled meats. Wait 5-10 years before drinking.",San Cristoforo,,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pietro Rinaldi 2008 San Cristoforo (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-rinaldi-2008-san-cristoforo-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Pietro Rinaldi ,Red,US,"A style that could be described as austere. The fruit has a wild, mountain-grown character, like blueberries fresh-picked a bit early in the season. The herbal strains weave throughout, and the tannins, as with all Rasa wines, are sculpted and refined. Impeccable balance, detail and length.",QED,50,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Rasa 2008 QED Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rasa-2008-qed-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Rasa ,Red,France,"A wine with great weight, density and structure from a well-positioned parcel of vines. The juicy plum flavors affirm the potential for opulence as the wine ages.",Clos Vougeot,250,93,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Domaine Bertagna 2009 Clos Vougeot (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2009-clos-vougeot-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Bertagna ,Red,France,"Rich, opulent and spicy, with a great balance between wood and fruit. The generous black plum and black currant fruit is delicious, balanced by taut acidity. Keep for 3-4 years.",Champans,138,93,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2009 Champans (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2009-champans-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Jacques Prieur ,Red,France,"All the proper structure of young Gevrey-Chambertin with the addition of rich, generous fruit. The core is of wood and dry fruit tannins, the fruit of rich black plum juice. At this stage, the wine is firm. Give it 5–6 years to open up.",Les Combottes,224,93,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Domaine Dujac 2009 Les Combottes (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dujac-2009-combottes-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Dujac ,Red,France,"Firmly tannic wine, with balancing ripe fruit well under the structured layers. The weight of the wine comes from the rich and generous black plum fruit and acidity. A wine for long-term aging.",Clos de la Bousse d'Or,146,93,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or 2009 Clos de la Bousse d'Or (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pousse-dor-2009-clos-bousse-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or 14.4,Red,US,"Hugely rich in fruit, an overwhelmingly ripe wine that seduces the palate with waves of cherries and raspberries whose fruity sweetness is accented with smoky, caramelized oak. Crisp acidity and a bite of cool-climate tannins provide welcome balance to this block-designated wine from the estate vineyard.",Thomas,100,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Donum 2008 Thomas Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donum-2008-thomas-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Donum ,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Barbaresco hits a home run thanks to the pretty richness of its fruit and spice tones and the elegant aromatic accents offered in the form of violet, cola and licorice. The wine shows dark concentration, velvety richness and a sweet milk chocolate finish.",Gaia Principe Riserva,,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Roberto Sarotto 2006 Gaia Principe Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roberto-sarotto-2006-gaia-principe-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Roberto Sarotto 15.6,Red,US,"A deeply flavored, impressive Cabernet, rich in fruit and magnificently structured. Hits it out of the park with ripe blackberries and cassis that finish sweet in toasty oak. The tannins are pure Oakville, soft and complex. Now–2015.",,45,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Robert Mondavi 14.3,Red,US,"So delicious, you want to drink it up, and that's just fine. The wealth of raspberry, cherry, cola, pomegranate and sandalwood flavors is vastly rewarding. Yet there's a good balance of tannins and acidity that suggests midterm aging. Drink now–2015.",Ewald Vineyard,44,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Siduri 2009 Ewald Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2009-ewald-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Siduri ,Red,US,"The aromas begin with a pretty violet character, around plum and smoke. Flavors are tightly wound and balanced, with sharp acids. This slowly opens over many hours of breathing time to unveil smooth, soft fruit, light herbs, pretty floral highlights and great texture.",Pentad,50,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2007 Pentad Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2007-pentad-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Seven Hills ,Red,France,"Firmly structured wine, which also boasts delicious jammy fruit, very ripe, very opulent. The tannins are sweet and rich, suggesting aging potential over 7–8 years and more. An impressive wine.",Charmes Chambertin,359,93,Burgundy,Charmes-Chambertin,,Louis Latour 2009 Charmes Chambertin (Charmes-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-charmes-chambertin-pinot-noir-charmes-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2009,Louis Latour ,White,France,"Very mineral, textured wine, its acidity and taut green fruit flavors firmly in evidence. It has some of the richness and opulence of the vintage, with great swathes of ripe yellow fruits developing. For long-term aging.",Bâtard-Montrachet,299,93,Burgundy,Bâtard-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2009 Bâtard-Montrachet (Bâtard-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-batard-montrachet-chardonnay-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Latour 14.8,Red,US,"One of the few California Malbecs that comes close to the dense fruit and sheer deliciousness of Argentine bottlings. The wine is full-bodied, soft and insanely rich in blackberry, black currant, cassis, chocolate, bacon and spice flavors, with intense tannins and a fine cut of acidity for balance. This is barbecue wine on steroids.",Krupp Vineyard,60,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krutz 2008 Krupp Vineyard Malbec (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krutz-2008-krupp-vineyard-malbec-napa-valley/,Malbec,2008,Krutz 13.9,White,US,"Consistent with past years, this is a vivacious, lip-smacking style of Viognier, with a mix of fruits that goes from grapefruit into papaya, and just about everything in between. Wonderful minerality, persistence, and citrus rind phenolics.",,28,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mark Ryan 2009 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2009-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2009,Mark Ryan ,White,US,"The freshest, saltiest, most intense of the Rulo whites, this bursts forth with seabreeze scents and rich minerality. The fruit is a synopsis of citrus, apple and fresh herb, and the balance is perfect.",Sundance Vineyard,20,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Rulo 2009 Sundance Vineyard Chardonnay (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rulo-2009-sundance-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Chardonnay,2009,Rulo ,Red,US,"A dark, smoky, earthy Syrah with juicy blackberry and black currant fruits. This wine just coats the palate and seduces; threads of coffee and caramel, baking spices and cinnamon all weave through the lengthy finish. The tannins are supportive but unobtrusive, and the balance is superb. It finishes with a burst of grilled meat.",McKinley Springs Vineyard,30,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Syncline 2009 McKinley Springs Vineyard Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2009-mckinley-springs-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2009,Syncline ,Red,Italy,"This vineyard-designate Barolo opens with rich, dark concentration and opulent aromas of toasted almond, Bresaola, red cherry, espresso bean and exotic spice. The wine offers a twofold punch of intensity and complexity with a long, luscious finish to boot. Drink after 2018 to let those tight tannins unwind.",Vigna San Giacomo,50,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Stroppiana 2007 Vigna San Giacomo (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stroppiana-2007-vigna-san-giacomo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Stroppiana ,Red,Italy,"Dark color, concentration and supple aromas of milk chocolate and mature cherry open the nose of this pretty Barolo Riserva. The wine boasts a soft, plush feel with velvety intensity that would pair with most sophisticated meat dishes or porcini mushrooms on the grill.",Leon Riserva,80,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rivetto 2005 Leon Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetto-2005-leon-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Rivetto ,Red,US,"A rare 100% varietal Mourvèdre. The tannins are superb, almost silky, almost impossible to achieve with this rough and tumble grape. Dark, smoky, earthy and still refined, this seduces with clean, wild blueberry fruit, just hinting at a mountain berry sweetness.",Vox Populi,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Rasa 2009 Vox Populi Mourvèdre (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rasa-2009-vox-populi-mourvedre-columbia-valley-wa/,Mourvèdre,2009,Rasa ,Red,Italy,"This is a lovely wine that very much lives up to the power and thickness associated with Barolo from the Serralunga d'Alba subzone. It opens with big, sweet tones of mature fruit, vanilla spice, dark cola and toasted hazelnut. It feels wonderful in the mouth as well, thanks to the softness and richness of its texture.",Lazzarito,125,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mirafiore 2007 Lazzarito (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirafiore-2007-lazzarito-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Mirafiore 14,Red,Italy,"Michele Chiarlo's Cerequio is one of the important wines that defines Barolo, past and present. This historic bottle offers consistency and longevity thanks to its aromas of spice, cola, red fruit, cigar box and licorice. In keeping with Nebbiolo tradition, it offers a tight, streamlined feel.",Cerequio,104,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Michele Chiarlo 2007 Cerequio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2007-cerequio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Michele Chiarlo ,Red,France,"An intense and concentrated wine, with dense black fruits balanced by acidity. There is ripeness here, with a firm, ageworthy structure as well as delicious juicy Pinot Noir character.",Château Corton Grancey,129,93,Burgundy,Corton,,Louis Latour 2009 Château Corton Grancey (Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-chateau-corton-grancey-pinot-noir-corton/,Pinot Noir,2009,Louis Latour 13.5,Red,Italy,"From the Rocche dell'Annunziata subzone, this well-priced Barolo offers beautifully vibrant aromas of cherry cola, chopped mint, violets and light shadings of exotic spice. In the mouth, it sports a compact, polished texture.",Rocche dell'Annunziata,49,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rocche Costamagna 2007 Rocche dell'Annunziata (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-costamagna-2007-dellannunziata-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Rocche Costamagna 13,White,France,"A beautifully proportioned wine, from its rich yet mineral texture to its full grapefruit and gooseberry flavors. It gradually shows toast as well as wonderful acidity. For aging over 4–6 years.",Les Clos Grand Cru,70,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2008 Les Clos Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2008-clos-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Simonnet-Febvre 13,White,France,"Taut and edgy, very steely in character, with almost an austere character in its youth. Its fruits are definitely on the citrus side of the spectrum, crisp yet rich as well. The acidity shoots right through the wine.",Blanchots,70,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2008 Blanchots (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2008-blanchots-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Simonnet-Febvre 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a lovely Barbaresco that delivers dark pulp and concentration followed by intense aromas of dark fruit, prune, spice, leather, bramble and cigar box. What helps make this wine stand out is its smooth, rich and enduring texture.",Rocche Meruzzano,55,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Orlando Abrigo 2008 Rocche Meruzzano (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orlando-abrigo-2008-rocche-meruzzano-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Orlando Abrigo 15,Red,Italy,"Barolo Terlo Ravera opens with soft oak tones that still need time to integrate. But the great promise of this wine are its beautiful layers of ripe berry fruit, cassis, leather, chocolate and toasted coconut. The concentration is inky and thick and the finish is very long lasting. Drink after 2018.",Terlo Ravera,75,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marziano Abbona 2007 Terlo Ravera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marziano-abbona-2007-terlo-ravera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Marziano Abbona 15,Red,Italy,"This is an especially delicious Barolo that relies on dark concentration and impressive aromatic intensity to make its point. Balsam notes of cola and root beer are set against bright fruit and spice. The wine's solid structure is enhanced by a soft, velvety finish.",Pressenda,60,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marziano Abbona 2007 Pressenda (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marziano-abbona-2007-pressenda-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Marziano Abbona ,Red,Italy,"Representing a stylistic departure with the past, this edition of Barolo Torriglione offers enormous density and richness lavished over a core of ripe fruit, chocolate, spice and cola. You'll enjoy the wonderful fullness in the mouth and the spicy, fresh close.",Torriglione,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mario Gagliasso 2007 Torriglione (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-gagliasso-2007-torriglione-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Mario Gagliasso ,Red,US,"An outstanding and uniquely styled Syrah. The mix of tart fruits, peppers, herbs, earth and forest floor flavors is riveting. The wine dances and bows, it takes you on a leaping trip through a world of Syrah rarely found anywhere else, buoyed by the brilliant natural acidity of Washington fruit.",Lagniappe,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gramercy 2008 Lagniappe Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramercy-cellars-2008-lagniappe-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Gramercy ,Red,US,"This very limited offering from Efesté perfectly captures the Klipsun Vineyard's trademark expression of deep, dark, black fruits and earthy, smoky, powerful tannins. A dense, complex, earthy and ageworthy red.",Tough Guy Red,55,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Efeste 2008 Tough Guy Red Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2008-tough-guy-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2008,Efeste ,Red,US,"An immense wine, inky purple, packed with black and purple fruits, laced with smoke and espresso, and finished with fine-grained, substantial tannins. This Cab lives up to its name––it's a Big Muthah as well as Papa, and should be cellared for optimal expression.",Big Papa Old Block,49,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Efeste 2008 Big Papa Old Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2008-big-papa-old-block-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Efeste 14,Red,Italy,"The winemaking team at Damilano has produced a gorgeous Cerequio that shows the finesse, power and aging potential that makes 2006 such a cellarworthy vintage. This is a rich, jam-packed wine with blackberries, mocha, currants and black licorice overtones.",Cerequio - 1.5 L,215,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Damilano 2006 Cerequio - 1.5 L (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2006-cerequio-15-l-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Damilano 13.5,White,France,"An enticing mix of toast and white fruit aromas follows through to rich apricot and ripe pear flavors, spiced with the creamy toast. The wood does need to calm down for the wine to be at its best.",Les Chenevottes,100,93,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Les Chenevottes (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-chenevottes-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Chanson Père et Fils ,Red,Italy,"Here's another shining star from the 2007 vintage of Barolo. This classic expression of Nebbiolo opens with dark concentration and a masculine feel created by the wine's plush and velvety texture. Lingering tones of spice, chocolate, espresso, plum and prune appear on the finish.",,29,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Bric Cenciurio 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bric-cenciurio-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Bric Cenciurio ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Leon opens with inky, dark concentration and succulent ripe fruit tones of cherry, prunes and cassis. The bold tannic structure, coupled with zesty acidity and drying mineral tones, suggest this wine has a long evolution ahead.",Leon,54,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Luisin 2007 Leon (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-luisin-2007-leon-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Luisin ,Red,Italy,"A wine to fall immediately in love with, this vineyard-designated Barolo opens with dark extraction and superintense aromas of cola, cedar, licorice, plum and teriyaki sauce. Oak elements of spice and toast are also evident and will fall into the background as the wine ages in your cellar. Save for 5–10 years.",Vigna d'la Roul,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Podere Rocche dei Manzoni 2007 Vigna d'la Roul (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-rocche-manzoni-2007-vigna-dla-roul-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Podere Rocche dei Manzoni 14.8,Red,US,"Great structure supports a massive, Cabernet-dominated wine, predictably loaded with ripe, chewy tannins. The flavors spread out thickly over deep and brambly black cherry fruit, layering in highlights of smoke and toffee.",Water Witch,45,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2008 Water Witch Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2008-water-witch-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Mark Ryan 14.5,Red,Italy,"From the successful 2004 vintage, this beautifully evolved Barolo is just about ready to drink. The tannins show a fine, silky quality and the bouquet offers tones of plump black fruit, root beer and powdered licorice.",Bricco Ambrogio,60,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Negretti 2004 Bricco Ambrogio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/negretti-2004-bricco-ambrogio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2004,Negretti ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Sotto Castello di Novello is a gorgeous wine with opulent chocolate and cherry notes backed by rich texture and concentration. This wine shows long aging potential thanks to the brightness of its fruit, its natural complexity and the beautiful power of the mouthfeel.",Sotto Castello di Novello,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Grimaldi 2007 Sotto Castello di Novello (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-grimaldi-2007-sotto-castello-novello-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giacomo Grimaldi ,Red,Italy,"Blockbuster intensity is delivered here in part thanks to the dense soils and concentrated style associated with the Brunate cru, and in part due to the warmth and power of the 2007 vintage. Lingering tones of vanilla, sweet spice, red cherry and soft chocolate fuel a long, luscious finish.",Bricco Rocche Brunate,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ceretto 2007 Bricco Rocche Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2007-bricco-rocche-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Ceretto ,Red,France,"A solid structure and layers of dense fruit characterize this wine. Rich acidity, red cherry flavor and a dry, dark tannic core are surrounded by juicy red berry fruits and the freshest finish.",Charmes Chambertin,168,94,Burgundy,Charmes-Chambertin,,Camille Giroud 2008 Charmes Chambertin (Charmes-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-giroud-2008-charmes-chambertin-pinot-noir-charmes-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Camille Giroud 14.6,Red,US,"Tight and precise, with sharply defined edges, this needs hours of breathing time. Dense black fruit, pretty herbal grace notes, supple, slightly grainy tannins. Built for the long term.",Clos de Betz,48,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Betz Family 2008 Clos de Betz Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2008-clos-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Betz Family 13.5,White,France,"With its famed medieval script label, this is classic wine from Drouhin. This 2008 has all the typical buttery richness while also showing structure, texture and an impressive edge of tension. For aging six years or more.",Clos des Mouches,100,94,Burgundy,Beaune,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Clos des Mouches (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-clos-mouches-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2008,Joseph Drouhin ,Red,Italy,"Dark concentration and an inky black appearance characterize the appearance of this bold and beautiful Barolo. On the nose, the wine offers an enticing bouquet peppered with notes of cola, menthol, wet earth, cured beef, plum and drying minerals. Drink after 2018.",Vigneto Brunate,105,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Andrea Oberto 2007 Vigneto Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrea-oberto-2007-vigneto-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Andrea Oberto ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Badarina deserves praise for the intensity of its aromas and the fine quality of its mouthfeel. Bold oak tones of spice and toasted hazelnut will soon fall to the back of the wine's bright fruit and cola flavors. Give it time, patience and drink after 2018.",Badarina,52,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Grimaldi Bruna 2007 Badarina (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grimaldi-bruna-2007-badarina-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Grimaldi Bruna ,White,US,"Robust, lightly toasty, almost creamy wine. It glides across the palate leaving a trail of whipped cream; it's that smooth and flavorful. In a year that produced a number of stunningly good Washington Chardonnays, this belongs with the best.",,35,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,JM Cellars ,Red,US,"As fine a Grenache as I have yet tasted from Washington State. The aching purity of the fruit, married to the density, focus and minerality, is breathtaking.",Upland Vineyard La Montagnette,35,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Maison Bleue 2009 Upland Vineyard La Montagnette Grenache (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2009-upland-vineyard-montagnette-grenache-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Grenache,2009,Maison Bleue ,Red,France,"This monopole (single owner vineyard) has produced a wine of great depth and concentration, packed with black fruits, berries and a smoky wood character. It's an impressive wine, very rich and with sufficient layered acidity. Very ageworthy.",Clos de Santenots,149,94,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2009 Clos de Santenots (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2009-clos-santenots-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Jacques Prieur ,Red,France,"A powerful wine, very structured with wood, coffee notes and dark tannins. It feels extracted, although the weight of fruit is certainly enough to handle that. It's for the long haul, a concentrated wine that needs at least 10 years.",Corton Clos du Roi,163,94,Burgundy,Corton,,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or 2009 Corton Clos du Roi (Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pousse-dor-2009-corton-clos-roi-pinot-noir-corton/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Enrico VI is a gorgeous wine that oozes intensity, depth and impressive aromatic complexity. There is a modern twist evident here in the form of toasted nut and spice aromas, but true to the Nebbiolo grape, the wine also shows nuanced layers of hummus, cola and chopped mint. Drink after 2018.",Enrico VI,85,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cordero di Montezemolo 2007 Enrico VI (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cordero-montezemolo-2007-enrico-vi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cordero di Montezemolo 13.9,Red,US,"The first of Gloria's 2007 Pinots to be released, and a promising allure to their future block bottlings. The wine is, in a word, superb. It has ripe raspberry, cherry and blackberry fruit, but also a wonderful earthiness of mushrooms, and the tannin-acid balance is near perfect. A gorgeous young wine to decant and enjoy now.",,22,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2007 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2007-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Gloria Ferrer ,Red,Italy,"An impressive effort from a boutique producer, this gorgeous Barolo delivers deep complexity in the form of forest fruit, white cherry, wet earth, wild mushroom, licorice and drying mineral tones. The mouthfeel is tight and elegant, and you won't find a better match to creamy risotto with porcini mushrooms. Drink in 5–10 years.",Vigna Case Nere,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Fratelli Casetta 2007 Vigna Case Nere (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-casetta-2007-vigna-case-nere-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Fratelli Casetta ,Red,Italy,"Cascina Adelaide's wines always stand out in a crowd thanks to the spicy oak elements this vintner proudly displays. Barolo Preda follows suit and opens with sweet clove and cinnamon backed by red cherry, cassis and prune. It's a luscious, soft and textured wine that can be consumed soon (in 3–5 years) or aged longer in your cellar.",Preda,86,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Adelaide 2007 Preda (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-adelaide-2007-preda-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Adelaide 14.8,Red,US,"If any wine can blow away the thought that Merlot is a thin, wimpy, nondescript red, this is the wine. From the iconic Champoux Vineyard, it has magic and muscle, a broad and deep display of black fruits, coffee, licorice, dark chocolate, baking spices and beautifully built tannins. Explore and enjoy.",Champoux Vineyard,35,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sineann 2009 Champoux Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2009-champoux-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Sineann ,White,France,"Intensely ripe wine, with melon and pear flavors, spiced with just the right amount of wood and structured fruit skin tannins. So classy, this is a beautiful wine, boasting the richness of 2009 while still keeping a sense of nervy texture.",Les Demoiselles,320,94,Burgundy,Chevalier-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2009 Les Demoiselles (Chevalier-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-demoiselles-chardonnay-chevalier-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Latour ,White,France,"Powerful, concentrated and intense, this wine rolls around the mouth in its rich opulence. The ripest of sweet apricot and pear fruits join buttery toast just laced with acidity.",,129,94,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Louis Latour 2009 Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Latour 14.2,Red,US,"The vineyard is in the Green Valley, and the wine shows the beautiful acidity that always accompanies Pinots from this cool-climate region. The wine itself is enormously complex. It shows raspberry, cherry and rhubarb flavors, with wild forest notes of balsam and chamomile tea. Bone dry, but enormously rich and savory, it will provide fine drinking over the next eight years.",Keefer Ranch,48,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Freeman 2009 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freeman-2009-keefer-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Freeman ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Monvigliero is a standout wine that fully encompasses the greater philosophy of the 2007 vintage. This opulent and seriously delicious wine opens with dark, brooding concentration and sweet oak and berry fruit aromas followed by vanilla, leather and tobacco. Pulpy fruit flavors help move the wine smoothly over the palate. Drink in 5–10 years to let the tannic structure subside.",Monvigliero,70,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Fratelli Alessandria 2007 Monvigliero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-alessandria-2007-monvigliero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Fratelli Alessandria ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Conca opens with inky dark concentration and soothing aromas of black fruit, spice, cola, plum, prune and dried lavender buds. The nose presents those ethereal and delicate aromas, but in the mouth, it delivers thicker flavors of chocolate and mocha. Drink after 2018.",Conca,80,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Renato Ratti 2007 Conca (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-2007-conca-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Renato Ratti ,Red,Italy,"This beautifully bold and opulent Barolo opens with dark extraction and super-soft aromas of melted milk chocolate, red cherry, vanilla cream, cinnamon and dark spice. The mouthfeel is rich and soft with sweet cherry flavors on the close.",Bussia,70,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Ballarin 2007 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ballarin-2007-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Ballarin ,Red,Italy,"This is a delicious wine on all levels. Lazzarito opens in a bold, masculine style with overtones of ripe cherry fruit, leather and cured beef jerky. The wine then segues to soft, textured tannins with power and extra length on the close. It's impossible not to fall in love with a wine of this caliber.",Lazzarito,130,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Vietti 2007 Lazzarito (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2007-lazzarito-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Vietti ,Red,Italy,"Vietti's iconic Barolo from the Brunate cru deserves a special spot in your cellar collection. The wine delivers power and heft thanks to ideal vineyard conditions in 2007. It also exhibits the vintner's unique style, in which oak tones are set against the delicate aromas associated with quality Nebbiolo.",Brunate,130,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Vietti 2007 Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-2007-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Vietti ,Red,France,"A finely balanced wine, with acidity, a soft texture, new wood and flavors of cocoa and smoke. There is beautiful red cherry fruit, laced with spice and buried tannins for aging. Keep this impressive wine for 6-7 years.",Clos Saint-Denis,250,94,Burgundy,Clos Saint-Denis,,Domaine Bertagna 2008 Clos Saint-Denis (Clos Saint-Denis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2008-clos-saint-denis-pinot-noir-clos-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Bertagna ,Red,US,"Bright and dense, totally packed with dark fruits and aromas, this young and brambly blend brings tart, wild berry, cassis and smoky espresso into play full force. There's black licorice also, coffee grounds, and powerful tannins, along with the acids to age.",Marie's View,80,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Den Hoed 2006 Marie's View Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/den-hoed-2006-maries-view-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Red Blend,2006,Den Hoed ,Red,France,"All tannins and black fruits, this is a powerful wine. It is tough, very structured, firm and closed up. The acidity dominates the red fruits on the finish. It has immense promise for the long term.",Les Malconsorts,276,94,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine Dujac 2009 Les Malconsorts (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dujac-2009-malconsorts-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Dujac ,Red,France,"With great richness, almost opulence, great ripe red fruits are folded into a powerful dark structure. The tannins are right up front, long-lasting and very structured. The final acidity offers freshness to a wine that will need aging.",Les Beaux-Monts,236,94,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine Dujac 2009 Les Beaux-Monts (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dujac-2009-beaux-monts-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Dujac 14.3,Red,US,"A sweet, soft, harmonious Pinot Noir. Feels so gentle in the mouth, it hardly has any weight, yet it's a very serious wine. The flavors are enormous, suggesting ripe wild cherries, raspberry liqueur and baking spices, finished with perfectly applied, smoky oak, and brightened with fine acidity. A wine of great charm, it should continue to develop in the bottle for six years.",Raye's Hill,49,94,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,MacPhail 2009 Raye's Hill Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2009-rayes-hill-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,MacPhail ,White,France,"Typically powerful, very rich in the 2009 vintage, the structure buried in ripe, sweet fruit. Tropical fruits—pineapple and mango—and smoky toast all lead to a finish that is fresh and bright.",Corton-Charlemagne,150,94,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Alex Gambal 2009 Corton-Charlemagne (Corton-Charlemagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alex-gambal-2009-corton-charlemagne-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2009,Alex Gambal ,Red,France,"A powerfully rich wine that shows all the open, generous nature of 2009 reds. It is concentrated, dense, giving firm tannins as well as more fleshy, spicy character. There is wood, but more prominent is the blackberry fruit and superripe fruit tannins.",Clos Vougeot,190,94,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Alex Gambal 2009 Clos Vougeot (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alex-gambal-2009-clos-vougeot-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2009,Alex Gambal 14.6,Red,US,"Awesomely ripe and delicious Cabernet, dazzling with blackberry and cherry pie filling, cassis, anise, dark chocolate, sweet vanilla, toast, spice and even an earthy note of green olives. The tannins are soft, sweet and complex. Really good and well-structured, one of the best St. Helena Cabs of the vintage. Drink now–2014.",,85,94,California,Napa,St. Helena,Anomaly 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anomaly-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Anomaly 14.5,Red,Italy,"Giacomo Vico presents a beautiful Barolo with gorgeous intensity and extremely elegant lines that characterize both the bouquet and mouthfeel. Aromas of cola, cherry, soya, tobacco and cedar are followed by firm, drying tannins.",,35,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Vico 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Giacomo Vico ,Red,US,"This Priorat-like blend of 50% Grenache, 28% Syrah, and 22% Mourvèdre is pungent and spicy, with a bit of menthol in the nose. Supple and luxurious fruit, a mix of raspberry and black fruits, baking spices, sweet barrel flavors. Powerful and rich, this is a big wine with tobacco and clove highlights and a little heat in the finish.",The Third Man Red,45,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gramercy 2009 The Third Man Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramercy-cellars-2009-third-man-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Gramercy 14.8,Red,US,"Big, rich, thick, showing all the hallmarks of a wine that means business. Very great from a Petite Sirah point of view, massively constructed in blackberries, cherries, blueberries, anise, coffee, cocoa and spices, with firm, rich tannins, and the briary, slightly rustic mouthfeel that characterizes the variety. Really good now, with decanting, and should develop in the bottle for many years.",Nord Vineyard,45,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Envy 2008 Nord Vineyard Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2008-nord-vineyard-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Envy ,Red,Italy,"You'll want to give this beautiful Barolo 5–10 more years to age in your cellar. At this early stage in its life, Costa Grimaldi shows amazing potential thanks to its aromas of big red fruit and spice. Don't let those initial impressions mislead you. After a few minutes in the glass, the wine shows impressive complexity and endurance.",Costa Grimaldi,86,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2007 Costa Grimaldi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-2007-costa-grimaldi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 14.3,White,US,"A beautiful, golden-colored blend of Roussanne, Marsanne and Viognier so lush no bottle will go unfinished. Honey and honeysuckle aromas are followed by plenty of pleasing peach and apricot and the perfect amount of minerality to hold it all together. Yum.",Cuvee Luke,26,94,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Davis Family 2008 Cuvee Luke White (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-family-2008-cuvee-luke-white-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Davis Family ,Red,Italy,"Those with a fondness for bolder, denser expressions of Barolo tend to select wines from the celebrated Brunate cru. Damilano makes one of the best wines from this special vineyard and the 2007 vintage definitely proves the point. Lingering tones of blackberry, black olive, red rose, chopped mint and root beer build in intensity in the mouth.",Brunate,88,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Damilano 2007 Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2007-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Damilano 14.7,Red,US,"An absolutely gorgeous Cabernet. It flatters all the way through, from the flamboyantly ripe cassis, cherry, cocoa and anise flavors to the smooth tannins and long, spicy finish. So refined and rich, yet so elegant. Should age for at least the next 6–8 years.",SOLO,90,94,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Silverado 2008 SOLO Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2008-solo-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Silverado 14.3,Red,US,"Though 2009 was a difficult vintage for Washington Merlot, this is a truly luscious wine. It welcomes the taster instantly with massive, generous fruit cloaked in toasty, chewy, mocha and caramel flavors. Tasted over the course of 48 hours, it held up well, developing broad, well-integrated flavors of berries to complement the hedonistic oak. Sure to be a favorite among all the current releases from Leonetti.",,70,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2009 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2009-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2009,Leonetti Cellar 13.9,White,US,"Beautiful craftsmanship is on display in this mélange of mouth-coating butterscotch, Meyer lemon and sweet citrus flavors. It's rich without being at all tiring, and the lengthy and succulent fruit flavors keep adding details, such as hints of cucumber and herb.",,28,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mark Ryan 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Mark Ryan ,Red,Italy,"The Sarmassa cru consistently delivers some of the best Barolos on the market, and this opulent expression from Marchesi di Barolo proves the point. The wine exhibits modern aromas of chocolate, black cherry, coffee and Spanish cedar. The mouthfeel is soft, plush and rich.",Sarmassa,130,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marchesi di Barolo 2007 Sarmassa (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2007-sarmassa-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Marchesi di Barolo ,Red,Italy,"An up-and-coming star of Barolo Serralunga, Rivetto delivers a supersized wine with immense concentration and rock-solid structure. In fact, this wine needs another 10–15 years of aging to complete its long evolution. Already present, however, are tonic tones of red cherry, coffee, mocha, spice and cured meat.",Serralunga,75,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rivetto 2007 Serralunga (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetto-2007-serralunga-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Rivetto ,Red,Italy,"This thick, and darkly concentrated Barolo offers a wide range of aromas and evident complexity. It boasts a very polished, smooth feel in the mouth that is reinforced by the natural firmness of the noble Nebbiolo grape.",Rocche,95,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Renato Ratti 2007 Rocche (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-2007-rocche-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Renato Ratti ,Red,US,"100% varietal, this is a strict barrel selection from key vineyards – Les Collines, Seven Hills, Lewis and Portteus. It is tight, dense, deeply detailed, and built for long term aging. Right now it's showing a fair amount of herb and forest floor, but the structure is so perfect that it doesn't matter.",Principia Reserve,85,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Rasa 2008 Principia Reserve Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rasa-2008-principia-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Rasa ,Red,Italy,"Ornato is an opulent, modern expression of Barolo with lush oak tones that will require at least 10 more years to find perfect harmony. The 2007 vintage offers extra pulp and chewy cherry concentration that this wine upholds very successfully. You'll love the plumpness and overall chocolaty richness available here.",Ornato,115,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pio Cesare 2007 Ornato (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2007-ornato-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Pio Cesare 14.5,Red,US,"A flashy, showy wine, whose flamboyant flavors are tempered by beautiful Oakville tannins. It's made in the modern, ripe style, with explosive blackberry, cassis, bacon and sandalwood flavors. The oak is sweet and smoky and refined. Just beautiful, and should hold over the next six years.",Core Stone,125,94,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakville East 2008 Core Stone Red (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-east-2008-core-stone-red-napa-oakville/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Oakville East ,Red,Italy,"Thanks to new ownership and recent dynamic changes, the historic Fontanafredda estate is poised to bring us many beautiful surprises in the future. This gorgeous Nebbiolo from the opulent 2007 vintage delivers delicate floral aromas of red rose and violet in front of espresso, chocolate, cola and black cherry. Drink after 2018.",Serralunga d'Alba,45,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Fontanafredda 2007 Serralunga d'Alba (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanafredda-2007-serralunga-dalba-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Fontanafredda ,Red,Italy,"Gianni Gagliardo is part of an elite group of vintners that represents a new and exciting generation in Barolo. This Nebbiolo from the Cannubi cru is a top-shelf wine, with elegant and austere tones of berry fruit, menthol, cola, balsam, teriyaki sauce and tar. Hold for 10 years or more.",Cannubi,138,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianni Gagliardo 2007 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-gagliardo-2007-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Gianni Gagliardo ,Red,Italy,"Gorette Riserva is a blockbuster wine with big oak tones of spice and toast in the background of vibrant aromas of red cherry, blackberry and cassis. What really sets this wine apart, however, is the plushness and richness of its finely textured mouthfeel.",Gorette Riserva,,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cordero di Montezemolo 2005 Gorette Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cordero-montezemolo-2005-gorette-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Cordero di Montezemolo 13.5,Red,France,"Very ripe, rich, structured wine, exuding power and concentration. It is packed with red fruits and damsons, creating a juicy character and tense mineral acidity. A magnificent wine, for aging.",Corton Bressandes,299,94,Burgundy,Corton-Bressandes,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2008 Corton Bressandes (Corton-Bressandes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2008-corton-bressandes-pinot-noir-corton-bressandes/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Jacques Prieur 13,Red,France,"Dense, weighty and concentrated now, this wine will become opulent once the surface tannins finally integrate. The wine is superrich, with chocolate and licorice partnering with the intense fruit.",Corton Bressandes,163,94,Burgundy,Corton-Bressandes,,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or 2009 Corton Bressandes (Corton-Bressandes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pousse-dor-2009-corton-bressandes-pinot-noir-corton-bressandes/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or 14,White,France,"A rich and opulent wine from the neighbor of Corton-Charlemagne. Its weight and balancing texture give the wine considerable power and density of fruit, toast and a structure for aging.",Corton Vergennes,150,94,Burgundy,Corton Vergennes,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Corton Vergennes (Corton Vergennes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-corton-vergennes-chardonnay-corton-vergennes/,Chardonnay,2008,Chanson Père et Fils ,White,France,"Ripe, concentrated wine that doesn't lose sight of the tight, fresh fruit of the vintage. So there are powerful yellow fruits, pink grapefruit and intense acidity seguing to a pure, crisp finish.",Corton-Charlemagne,166,94,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Camille Giroud 2008 Corton-Charlemagne (Corton-Charlemagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-giroud-2008-corton-charlemagne-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2008,Camille Giroud ,Red,Italy,"This is a wine to fall immediately in love with. How can anyone resist this density, richness in color and concentration? Black spice and mature fruit aromas are woven around delicate touches of red rose, cherry cola and mesquite smoke. The wine's generous persistency can be counted in many long minutes. Drink after 2018.",Ciabot Manzoni,93,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Silvio Grasso 2007 Ciabot Manzoni (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvio-grasso-2007-ciabot-manzoni-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Silvio Grasso 14,Red,Italy,"Punset is a very interesting organic and biodynamic winery that tends to release its vintages much later than the others. This 2004 Riserva Barbaresco is amazingly intense and complex with deep layers of cola, white licorice, balsam notes, forest berry and dried mint. Drink from 2015–2020.",Riserva,,95,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Punset 2004 Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punset-2004-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2004,Punset ,Red,US,"Jon Martinez, who arrived in Washington barely six years ago, is knocking the ball out of the park. Improving with each new release, he has locked in a stellar collection of vineyards, and made Rhône-style wines his focus. This is a revelation. Pure berries, cassis, rock, earth, licorice, and a hint of baking spices. Gorgeous.",Upland Vineyard Gravière G.S.M.,40,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Maison Bleue 2009 Upland Vineyard Gravière G.S.M. Red (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2009-upland-vineyard-graviere-gsm-red-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Maison Bleue ,Red,Italy,"A “wow” wine that hits high marks in terms of intensity, complexity and overall appeal. The bouquet is colored by shadings of berry fruit, cola, licorice, dry earth, spice, toasted nut and root beer. It's a bright and beautiful ensemble with a long aging future ahead.",La Serra,,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Eugenio Bocchino 2007 La Serra (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugenio-bocchino-2007-serra-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Eugenio Bocchino ,Red,France,"A massive wine, firmly structured with dense and powerful tannins. This is a wine for long-term aging, with its dark black fruits and chunky feel. It is still just starting out; cellar for 10 years.",Chambertin,272,95,Burgundy,Chambertin,,Camille Giroud 2008 Chambertin (Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-giroud-2008-chambertin-pinot-noir-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Camille Giroud ,Red,Italy,"Wonderful, this is a wine that will blow you away. It's magnificent on all levels, from its complexity to its long endurance on the palate. Aromas of red fruit, roasted coffee bean, smoked pancetta and soft spice build in intensity and brightness the longer the wine stays in the glass. Firm, velvety tannins promise long aging potential.",Rocche dell'Annunziata,65,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Aurelio Settimo 2007 Rocche dell'Annunziata (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aurelio-settimo-2007-rocche-dellannunziata-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Aurelio Settimo 14.2,White,US,"This is easily the richest, densest, most complex of Marimar's 2007 Chardonnays. Made with extended lees contact, it has a fleshy, yeasty freshness that gives the wine extra layers. The grape flavors show typical Green Valley long hangtime notes of exotic tropical fruits, apricots, pears, honey, buttered toast, crème brûlée and sweet baking spices, brightened with acidity. A luxurious, splendid Chardonnay to drink now.",Dobles Lías Don Miguel Vineyard,45,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2007 Dobles Lías Don Miguel Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2007-dobles-lias-don-miguel-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Marimar Estate ,Red,Italy,"Pio Cesare and the 2007 vintage marry beautifully to produce a layered, opulent, textured, rich wine that is bursting with zesty red fruit, sassy spice, leather and toasted espresso bean. What really sets this wine apart is the dense smoothness of its texture. Save this bottle in your cellar 10 years or more.",,65,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pio Cesare 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Pio Cesare ,Red,France,"A big and structured wine, packed with firm, powerful tannins. Smoky wood and a dark brooding character dominate this impressive wine, but there is plenty of sweet fruit underneath all this density, waiting to develop as the wine ages.",Chambertin,335,95,Burgundy,Chambertin,,Alex Gambal 2009 Chambertin (Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alex-gambal-2009-chambertin-pinot-noir-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2009,Alex Gambal 14.6,Red,US,"Another excellent Cabernet from Hestan. It's riper and juicier than the '06, showing the babyfat of this famous vintage. But it's no less complex or ageworthy, just drinkable earlier. Shows concentrated blackberry, black currant, anise, licorice and smoky oak flavors, wrapped into dramatic, thick, firm tannins. Should develop over the next decade and beyond.",,100,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hestan 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hestan-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hestan 14.7,Red,US,"This is the first wine to be blended each year, though it is not labeled a reserve. The new vintage has amazing depth, running down through a litany of red and black fruits, into veins of earth and tannin and graphite, and finishing with densely textured barrel notes of toast, coffee and bitter chocolate. Beautifully proportioned, deep and cellarworthy.",Dead Horse,45,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2008 Dead Horse Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2008-dead-horse-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Mark Ryan ,Red,Italy,"Gorgeous fullness and generosity characterize this bold Barolo as do its aromas of black cherry, spice, teriyaki and toasted hazelnut. San Giuseppe presents a classic expression of Nebbiolo that is especially evident in the fine, polished nature of the mouthfeel.",San Giuseppe,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pecchenino 2007 San Giuseppe (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecchenino-2007-san-giuseppe-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Pecchenino 14.8,Red,US,"A tight, tannic, tongue-staining wine. It's scented with rich loam and exotic spices, and the fruit is firm and deep, with veins of black cassis and coffee running side by side. Give this a lot of breathing time.",Long Haul,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Mark Ryan 2008 Long Haul Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2008-long-haul-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Mark Ryan 14.4,Red,US,"From the Carneros vineyard, this is a balanced, crisp Pinot Noir, with rich raspberry, cherry, red licorice and cola flavors, finished with sweet, caramelized oak and dusty spices. It's a savory, elegant young wine for drinking now.",Estate,65,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Donum 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donum-2008-estate-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Donum ,Red,US,"Harvested on the night of the new moon (hence the name); this was aged in one-year-old French oak. The fruit stands out, striking for its dense purple shade, its meaty undertones and its pretty purity. It's overlaid with big barrel flavors of caramel and toast—delicious, but dominant. Let it breathe!",New Moon,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Reasons 2008 New Moon Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reasons-2008-new-moon-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2008,Reasons 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a soft, luscious Barbaresco that delivers a cheerful juxtaposition of bright berry flavors set against a tight, firm structure. Red berry and dusty mineral renderings are also highlighted by the wine's tart natural succulence.",Quarantatre43,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rattalino 2006 Quarantatre43 (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rattalino-2006-quarantatre43-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Rattalino 13.5,Red,Lebanon,"Exceptional concentration, structure and balance mark this 11-year old blend of Cab, Cinsault and Carignan that's ripe with cassis and plums and a plume of smoke, earth and barnyard funk. Tannins subdued into a powdery softness, it's elegantly textured yet full and forward with a rich, layered complexity.",Gaston Hochar,63,91,Bekaa Valley,,,Château Musar 2000 Gaston Hochar Red (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-musar-2000-gaston-hochar-red-bekaa-valley/,Red Blend,2000,Château Musar ,Red,Italy,"Marchesi di Barolo delivers a rich, concentrated expression from the Serragrilli cru with mature cherry and candied fruit aromas along with bright nuances of Spanish cedar, barbecue spice and cigar box. The wine is astringent at this young age, but has the pulp and heft for a long aging future. Drink after 2017.",Serragrilli,100,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Marchesi di Barolo 2008 Serragrilli (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-2008-serragrilli-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Marchesi di Barolo 14.4,Red,US,"A charmingly seductive small lot from Tamas, a sister brand of Wente in the Livermore Valley. The wine has tremendous aromas of violet and oak that evolve into blackberry and cherry flavors, all dry and elegant at the end. Made from 88% Barbera and 12% Petite Sirah, serve this one with grilled meat.",Barbera Riserva,28,91,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay-Livermore Valley,Tamás Estates 2008 Barbera Riserva Barbera (San Francisco Bay-Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-2008-barbera-riserva-central-coast-san-francisco-bay-livermore-valley/,Barbera,2008,Tamás Estates 13.2,White,US,"The winery motto is “Balance • Character • Longevity” and this shows every indication of having all three. Tart and racy in an Australian style, with lemon-lime fruit wrapped in dry minerals. Juicy and fragrant.",Dry,15,91,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Crayelle Cellars 2009 Dry Riesling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crayelle-cellars-2009-dry-riesling-other/,Riesling,2009,Crayelle Cellars ,Red,Italy,"This pretty Barolo opens with inky-dark concentration and warm aromas of wet earth, button mushroom, ripe berry fruit and dark spice. The wine shows excellent structure with firm tannins and a long, drying, intense feel on the finish.",Solanotto Altenasso,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cavalier Bartolomeo 2007 Solanotto Altenasso (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavalier-bartolomeo-2007-solanotto-altenasso-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cavalier Bartolomeo 7,Sparkling,US,"Like taking in a fresh bouquet of flowers just in bloom, this deliciously crafted Moscato Frivolo, slightly fizzy and superlatively refreshing, is a lovely surprise at just 7% alcohol and $16. Start your night off with a glass or let it guide you through a meal, serve cold and take in its candied orange and jasmine amidst the bubbles.",Frivolo,16,90,California,California Other,California,Noceto 2010 Frivolo Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noceto-2010-frivolo-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2010,Noceto ,Red,US,"Half Grenache and half Syrah, from Boushey and Upland, two of Yakima Valley's best vineyards. You rarely find fruit this good in a wine in this price range. Tart and sappy, bursting with raspberry and pie cherry tang, this well-crafted blend saw only neutral oak. Finishes with just the right hint of earth and dark chocolate.",Jaja Red,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Maison Bleue 2009 Jaja Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2009-jaja-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Maison Bleue ,Red,Italy,"Thanks to its thicker soils and excellent exposition, the Brunate cru usually offers dense, meatier expressions of Barolo. This beautiful wine proves the point with hearty aromas of blackberry, prune and cherry. The long finish is characterized by concentration and dimension.",Le Brunate,68,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Francesco Rinaldi 2007 Le Brunate (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesco-rinaldi-2007-le-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Francesco Rinaldi ,Red,US,"A true Bordeaux-style blend very dark in color, aroma, and flavor, with black cherry and cassis fruit dominating. At first it is sharp-edged and showing a slight bitterness, a bit like a Brunello, then slowly smoothes out with breathing.",Vinfinity Reserve,46,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2007 Vinfinity Reserve Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2007-vinfinity-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Forgeron 14.4,Red,US,"One of the best Rhône-style blends on the market. Soft, supple and complex in raspberry and cherry compôte, spice and vanilla flavors, it has a silky texture and a long, distinguished finish. The precise blend is 90% Grenache and 10% Syrah.",Le Corbeau Hudson Vineyard,37,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Elyse 2007 Le Corbeau Hudson Vineyard Grenache-Syrah (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2007-le-corbeau-hudson-vineyard-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Grenache-Syrah,2007,Elyse 14.7,White,US,"Similar to the 2008, a very rich, ripe, flamboyant Chardonnay, potent in tropical fruit flavors elaborated with smoky oak. It's fat and sweet, but balanced with a tangy layer of minerals. Drink now.",Gap's Crown Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Expression 38 2009 Gap's Crown Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/expression-38-2009-gaps-crown-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Expression 38 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Although this brand has been going for under a decade, it has become a perennial favorite, showing great harmony and balance in its combination of sweet pea and citrus aromas and flavors. Drink it over the next year.",,20,90,Awatere Valley,,,Eradus 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Awatere Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eradus-2010-sauvignon-blanc-awatere-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Eradus ,Red,Italy,Pertinace's Barbaresco Marcarini is a tight and traditional wine with light spice notes wrapped around white cherry and wild raspberry. The wine is astringent and compact in the mouth with raw rhubarb and cola-like flavors on the long finish.,Marcarini,50,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pertinace 2008 Marcarini (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pertinace-2008-marcarini-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Pertinace ,Red,Italy,"This deeply structured and layered Barbaresco delivers thick aromas of bitter chocolate, mature cherry, cola and leather. It's a young wine, with tight astringency and firm tannins, that needs to age another five years in the bottle before the wine is ready to drink.",San Cristoforo,,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Elio Filippino 2008 San Cristoforo (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elio-filippino-2008-san-cristoforo-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Elio Filippino ,Red,Italy,Barbaresco Bricco San Giuliano is easy to spot in a crowd thanks to its bright aromas of candied fruit and sweet cherry liqueur. It's a distinctively feminine wine with overtones of rose water or pressed violets at the back. Pair this wine with foods that have an aromatic element such as chopped basil or coriander.,Bricco San Giuliano,30,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pasquale Pelissero 2008 Bricco San Giuliano (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasquale-pelissero-2008-bricco-san-giuliano-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Pasquale Pelissero ,White,France,"A bright, toasty wine, with the ripe fruits of the vintage and characteristics from the wood giving extra richness to this finely structured, mineral-textured wine.",La Garenne,70,90,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2009 La Garenne (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-garenne-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Latour 14,White,New Zealand,"Nobilo's top-of-the-line Sauvignon Blanc starts off with the fresh, pungent scent of crushed tomato leaf, then delivers ample melon and fig flavors that push the leafy characters into the background. It nicely balances weight and freshness, ending on a clean, bright note.",Icon,22,90,Marlborough,,,Nobilo 2010 Icon Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobilo-2010-icon-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Nobilo 12.5,White,Greece,"This assertive blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Assyrtico and Sémillon offers an appealing nose of melon, lemon and peach, with a rounded blend of melon and citrus flavors. Fresh acidity and spice give it lift. Delightful and versatile, this is a delicious go-to wine for summer.",Amethystos,20,90,Drama,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2010 Amethystos White (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2010-amethystos-white-drama/,White Blend,2010,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 14.4,Red,US,"Massively rich and ripe in cherry fruit flavor. There's even a hint of overripeness in the red currants and ruby Port opulence, but not too much, and the wine is thoroughly dry. Give this Pinot a good decant, but it doesn't seem like an ager.",West Slope,85,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Donum 2008 West Slope Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donum-2008-west-slope-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Donum 13.5,White,Greece,"Flavorful and balanced, this refreshing white offers lemon and orange on the nose and palate, lifted by a salty spin. Great acid and fruit combination with a crisp, spirited finish. A delicious, versatile wine that is best with grilled fish and poultry.",Barrel,28,90,Santorini,,,Domaine Sigalas 2009 Barrel Assyrtico (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sigalas-2009-barrel-greek-white-assyrtico-santorini/,Assyrtico,2009,Domaine Sigalas 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a red blend from Piedmont that opens with an inky-dark color and rich concentration. Aromas of Maraschino cherry, blueberry jam, spice and cinnamon complete an intense, albeit not particularly complex, picture.",Alta Bussia,80,90,Piedmont,Langhe,,Attilio Ghisolfi 2005 Alta Bussia Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/attilio-ghisolfi-2005-alta-bussia-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2005,Attilio Ghisolfi 13.5,Red,Lebanon,"Gorgeous on the nose with a blast of fresh red fruit, violets and smoke, Musar's Jeune is unabashed in its youth and verve compared to the more austere Gaston Hochar line. The palate boasts the same deeply concentrated fruit, but with a freshness and acidity that lingers to a smoky, leather-accented finish.",Musar Jeune,20,90,Bekaa Valley,,,Château Musar 2009 Musar Jeune Red (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-musar-2009-jeune-red-bekaa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Château Musar 13.5,White,France,"Well structured, with a strong mineral element, this wine has richness and is packed with peach, apricot and crisp red apple flavors. The wood is already well integrated, a support to the richness of the wine.",,65,90,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Chanson Père et Fils ,Red,Italy,"Like this estate's other Riserva expression, this Barolo shows dark color and concentration accented by mature fruit and exotic spice aromas. The soft, smooth mouthfeel will complement stewed meats or hearty bean soup.",Bricco Boschis Vigna San Giuseppe Riserva,125,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cavallotto 2005 Bricco Boschis Vigna San Giuseppe Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavallotto-2005-bricco-boschis-vigna-san-giuseppe-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Cavallotto ,Red,Italy,"Usually one of Barolo's biggest and boldest expressions of Nebbiolo, this vintage of Boroli Cerequio shows a more compact, elegant style. This comes somewhat as a surprise given the mature, plush nature of the vintage. Berry flavors and spice are well integrated on the long finish.",Cerequio,79,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Boroli 2007 Cerequio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boroli-2007-cerequio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Boroli ,Red,France,"Very structured, dense wine, while also reveling in its ripe red fruits and bright acidity. The tannins are well integrated already into the fruit. Keep for 2–3 years.",,74,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Camille Giroud 2008 Vosne-Romanée,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-giroud-2008-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2008,Camille Giroud 14.5,Red,Italy,"Plump and rich with sweet aromas of Maraschino cherry, blackberry syrup, cinnamon and creamy vanilla, Barturot speaks highly of the Dolcetto grape. The mouthfeel is dense, polished and dry.",Barturot,35,90,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Ca' Viola 2009 Barturot (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-viola-2009-barturot-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Ca' Viola 14.5,White,US,"An invitingly rich, golden, inaugural Sauvignon Blanc from Casey Flat in the Capay Valley, a small growing region nudged between Napa and Sacramento that shows off its mountain tannins and concentration. Blended with 7% Viognier, the wine has pear and pineapple aplenty, and a lingering finish.",,23,90,California,Central Valley,Capay Valley,Casey Flat Ranch 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Capay Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casey-flat-ranch-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley-capay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Casey Flat Ranch ,Red,Italy,"Here's a bright Barbaresco that shows harmony and a sturdy, upfront quality thanks to its immediate aromatic intensity. Cherry, cola and spice are spread over the wine's medium consistency and fine texture. There's a touch of sourness and tight astringency on the finish.",Sori Paolin,54,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Luisin 2008 Sori Paolin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-luisin-2008-sori-paolin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Cascina Luisin 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Barbaresco from the Rio Sordo cru opens with layered aromatic nuances of ripe fruit, exotic spice, cola, tar, cigar and moist tobacco. The wine also shows tightly firm but polished tannins.",Rio Sordo Riserva,69,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Bruciata 2005 Rio Sordo Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-bruciata-2005-rio-sordo-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2005,Cascina Bruciata 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Good value in a full-bodied, richly textured Hawke's Bay red, with plummy fruit framed by oaky notes of vanilla, toasted coconut and baking spices. Long, warm and velvety on the finish. Drink now–2019.",Cellar Selection Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,20,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Villa Maria 2009 Cellar Selection Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2009-cellar-selection-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Villa Maria 13.5,Red,US,"Nearing five years of age, this Pinot tastes fresh as a daisy. Crisp in acidity and silky in texture, it has ripe flavors of raspberries, strawberries, cherries, cola and exotic spices. Could surprise with some time in the cellar.",Rust Rock Terrace,40,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2006 Rust Rock Terrace Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2006-rust-rock-terrace-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2006,Gloria Ferrer ,Red,Italy,"Like other Barolos born in the Bussia cru, this Riserva boasts a compact, elegant style pepper by sophisticated aromas of small berry fruit, cola and pressed blue flower. The tannins are silky, smooth and help drive a long, fresh finish.",Bussia Riserva,70,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2005 Bussia Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2005-bussia-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Giacomo Fenocchio ,Red,US,"Originally intended as a higher end wine in collaboration with Long Shadows, this is now a sensational value. From an outstanding vintage, it's a Cabernet-dominated blend of grapes from top Washington vineyards. Supple, lightly toasty, layered with wild berry and chocolaty earth flavors, this is the wine to slip into a blind tasting of pricier blends.",Red Wine,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pendulum 2007 Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pendulum-2007-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Pendulum 14,Red,Italy,"This elegant cru expression of Barolo delivers soft tones of forest berry, cassis, tar and white licorice over a smooth, fine mouthfeel. The long finish is enhanced by firm, drying tannins.",Monvigliero,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mauro Sebaste 2006 Monvigliero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-2006-monvigliero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Mauro Sebaste 14.8,Red,US,"A bigger, chewier, deliciously made version of Miraflores estate bottling, the Herbert Vineyard is dry and smooth, a Zin of blackberry and pepper notes throughout with a finish that could go on for days. Made by Marco Cappelli, who bought the Frank Herbert Vineyard in the town of Fair Play in 2002.",Herbert Vineyard,25,90,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Miraflores 2008 Herbert Vineyard Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miraflores-2008-herbert-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2008,Miraflores 13.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Barbera and Cabernet Sauvignon, Cantamerli delivers a dark, garnet color and bright aromas of blackberry, red rose and exotic spice. It's a solid wine with enduring fruit flavors and a long finish.",Cantamerli,30,90,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Pico Maccario 2008 Cantamerli Red (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pico-maccario-2008-cantamerli-red-monferrato/,Red Blend,2008,Pico Maccario 13.5,White,Chile,"Perfumed and exotic at first, this benchmark Chilean SB settles into familiarity upon airing. The nose is pungent and tropical, with green accents. The palate is zesty and sharp, with acid-driven lemon, lime and green apple flavors. Not timid; this is Sauvignon Blanc served up on a laser beam.",Terrunyo El Triángulo Vineyard Block 28,25,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2010 Terrunyo El Triángulo Vineyard Block 28 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2010-terrunyo-el-triangulo-vineyard-block-28-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Concha y Toro ,Red,France,"Rich while also structured, this is a black cherry powerhouse of a wine. The wine has weight, a foursquare feel, very up front and solid.",Les Murgers,100,90,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine Bertagna 2009 Les Murgers (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2009-murgers-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Bertagna ,White,France,"Structured wine, packed with acidity, fresh lemon fruits, layered with peach and pineapple. It's a delicious wine, both ripe and tangy.",Premier Cru,100,90,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Domaine Dujac 2009 Premier Cru (Morey-Saint-Denis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dujac-2009-premier-cru-chardonnay-morey-saint-denis/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Dujac ,White,US,"Given the high acidity of the Evergreen Vineyard's Riesling, the 1.3% residual sugar in this wine barely registers. Dry and loaded with grapefruit, pear, stone fruits and tart green apple flavors. The finish is satisfying and textural, with the acidity leaving you thirsting for the next sip.",Evergreen Vineyard,16,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tempus Cellars 2010 Evergreen Vineyard Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tempus-cellars-2010-evergreen-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Tempus Cellars ,Red,US,"Packed in a big, heavy, hefty glass bottle, and showing a generous amount of toasty, chewy oak, this is a substantial, tannic red wine with a long life ahead. Fruit flavors are dense and dark; the tannins grainy and ripe, with smoke and espresso and a bit of black olive threaded all through.",Red Wine,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tranche 2006 Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tranche-2006-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Tranche ,Red,Italy,"Rizzi's Barbaresco Nervo Fondetta opens with playful touches of cola and sweet spice that help create a sense of aromatic immediacy. Thanks to that pretty vertical lift, the wine shows long sensations of dryness and flavor on the elegant finish.",Nervo Fondetta,50,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rizzi 2008 Nervo Fondetta (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rizzi-2008-nervo-fondetta-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Rizzi ,White,France,"Very rich, still closed up, this is a wine that is packed with toasty wood. The fruit that is developing has flavors of sweet pear and pineapple, while the acidity comes through slowly, softly",Morgeot,70,90,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2009 Morgeot (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-morgeot-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Latour 12.6,White,US,"From one of the best, most consistent Albariño producers in the state, Longoria's 2010 showcases brisk, clean acidity with plenty of flavor. Citrus fruits, melons, wildflowers, minerals, honey and spices flood the mouth, in a creamy texture. Try as a zesty alternative to Chardonnay.",Clover Creek Vineyard,23,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Longoria 2010 Clover Creek Vineyard Albariño (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2010-clover-creek-vineyard-albarino-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Albariño,2010,Longoria ,White,US,"This popular white blend shows really well in this new vintage. Half Viognier and the rest a Chardonnay-Sauvignon-Sémillon mix, it maintains its focus and offers layered fruits annotated with fresh herbs and light pepper. Thoroughly delicious and drinking beautifully.",Bramble Bump White,17,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2010 Bramble Bump White White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2010-bramble-bump-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2010,JM Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet is very rich and forward in classic flavors of blackberries and cassis. Oak barrels bring spicy, smoky, vanilla accents that complement the fruit. The wine is a little soft and herbal in the way of Alexander Valley Cabernets, but is quite elegant, and a good deal for the price.",Crazy Creek Vineyard,20,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Katherine Goldschmidt 2009 Crazy Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/katherine-goldschmidt-2009-crazy-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Katherine Goldschmidt 13.4,White,US,"This delightful Sauvignon Blanc is unoaked, and did not undergo malolactic fermentation. The result is pure Russian River fruit, rich and spicy in pineapple, tangerine, grapefruit, green apple and fig flavors, brightened with tangy acidity. Delicious and lively, a perfect wine for cocktails and Asian fare.",,18,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Michael Bernard 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-bernard-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Michael Bernard 14.5,Red,Italy,"Dark concentration and medium aromatic intensity open Barolo Castelletto. There's a delicate, feminine side to this Nebbiolo that presents itself through aromas of pressed violet, root beer, chopped mint and peppermint. Those fresh overtones are backed by tight, gripping tannins. Drink after 2018.",Castelletto,55,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mauro Veglio 2007 Castelletto (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-veglio-2007-castelletto-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Mauro Veglio 14,Red,Italy,"Give Prapò Barolo a few minutes to open in the glass. As it does, floral aromas evolve into tones of berry fruit, cola and smoked ham. The mouthfeel is compact, firm and crisp with a touch of menthol freshness at the end.",Prapò,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mauro Sebaste 2007 Prapò (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-2007-prapo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Mauro Sebaste 14,Red,Italy,"Barolo Monvigliero is a taut but shapely wine with layers of blackberry, plum, licorice, cedar and chopped mint piled high. With more than five years since the harvest, this wine is slowly coming into focus in terms of integration and silkiness.",Monvigliero,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mauro Sebaste 2005 Monvigliero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-2005-monvigliero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Mauro Sebaste ,Red,Italy,"La Casa in Collina Barbaresco (“the house on the hill”) presents soft and yielding oak tones with aromas of red cherry, vanilla cream, cinnamon and dark chocolate. In the mouth, it shows tight astringency and good acidity to balance things out.",La Casa in Collina,,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Terre da Vino 2008 La Casa in Collina (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-vino-2008-casa-in-collina-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Terre da Vino ,Red,US,"A nicely structured Merlot from the Wahluke Slope, with aromas of sandalwood and blueberries. The mixed berry flavors run into tart pie cherries, sprinkled with a little pepper (from a small amount of Cabernet Franc in the blend). Well crafted and balanced.",,27,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Saint Laurent 2007 Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-laurent-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Merlot,2007,Saint Laurent 14,Red,Italy,"There's a succulent, sweet element here that resembles Christmas spice or cinnamon roll. Behind that curtain of spice, concentration and intensity are elegant tones of black licorice, cassis, plum and toasted nut. Try this wine with honey-roasted ham embedded with clove.",,29,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Villadoria 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villadoria-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Villadoria ,White,US,"Off dry it is, with flavors of Meyer lemon and black tea and plenty of acid. It is a fine value for the price, with density, concentration, purity of fruit and grip. Fruit runs through citrus into light tropical; the sugar falls out in the very finish but is balanced nicely against the acids.",Off Dry,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mackey Vineyards 2010 Off Dry Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mackey-2010-off-dry-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Mackey Vineyards 12.5,White,US,"Longoria's best Pinot Grigio yet, and one of the better ones out there. It's wonderfully clean and crisp, with rich, spicy flavors of citrus fruits, flowers, vanilla and honey.",,19,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 2010 Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Longoria 14.5,White,US,"Golden-colored, Steven Kent's Merrillie Landucci Block is a tiny-production (94 cases) Chardonnay that's intense and austere, even shy at first, barrel-fermented and left sur lie for 18 months. As it opens, apple, baked bread and caramel aromas and flavors develop. This wine, rich and well-structured as it is, will benefit from another 3–5 years of rest.","Merrillie, Landucci Block",30,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,"Steven Kent 2008 Merrillie, Landucci Block Chardonnay (Livermore Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2008-merrillie-landucci-block-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Steven Kent 15,Red,US,"A super-dark, well integrated, gamy, ripe and tannic Malbec that opens well and dives straight into savory and peppery characteristics. The wine is an interesting, fruit-forward version of California Malbec from a vineyard more known for Cabernet Sauvignon. Big (15% alcohol) but age-worthy.",Amber Knolls Vineyard,50,90,California,Lake County,Lake County,Cinnabar 2007 Amber Knolls Vineyard Malbec (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2007-amber-knolls-vineyard-malbec-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Malbec,2007,Cinnabar 13.5,Red,France,"Les Charmes lives up to its name with this wine. It's soft and ripe and welcoming, with juicy raspberry flavors and tannins to provide balance.",Les Charmes,88,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Roux Père et Fils 2007 Les Charmes (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2007-charmes-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2007,Roux Père et Fils ,Red,Italy,"This vibrant Barbaresco opens with loads of oak-inspired aromas and sweet spice with background tones of forest fruit, bramble, tar, cedar and licorice. The tannins are drying, firm and fuel the wine's long finish.",,38,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Produttori del Barbaresco 2008 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/produttori-barbaresco-2008-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Produttori del Barbaresco 14,Red,Italy,"Elegant, austere, ethereal and tight in its aromatic delivery, this classic Barolo offers pristine berry tones backed by power and determination. Nebbiolo from Serralunga d'Alba tends to be more structured, dark and intense overall.",Serralunga,35,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Principiano Ferdinando 2006 Serralunga (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principiano-ferdinando-2006-serralunga-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Principiano Ferdinando 13,White,France,"Finely textured, with great minerality as well as ripe fruit. Flavors range from peach to lime, a reflection of the warm vintage and the chalk soil. Acidity is important, giving a contrast to the richness.",Montée de Tonnerre,37,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2009 Montée de Tonnerre (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2009-montee-tonnerre-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Simonnet-Febvre 14,White,New Zealand,"Lawson's Gewürztraminer is always near the top of its class, and the 2009 offers expressive scents of lychee and ginger married to a powerful, round, nearly dry palate. Finishes long and spicy. Drink it over the next couple of years for its exuberance.",,19,90,Marlborough,,,Lawson's Dry Hills 2009 Gewürztraminer (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawsons-dry-hills-2009-gewurztraminer-marlborough/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Lawson's Dry Hills 14,Red,Italy,"Paolo Manzone is a producer based in Serralunga d'Alba and this flagship Barolo delivers elegant aromas of small berry fruit, cola and licorice. This tight, streamlined wine boasts crisp acidity and a nutty, toasted finish.",Serralunga,60,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Paolo Manzone 2007 Serralunga (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-manzone-2007-serralunga-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Paolo Manzone ,Rose,US,"The best rosé of the year? Could be. It's difficult to review a wine that you just want to slug down, it's so good. Gorgeous color, smooth, fresh, ripe, mixed stone fruits across a lush palate, and a clean entry and exit.",Pink Pape Dry,16,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Tranche 2010 Pink Pape Dry Rosé (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tranche-2010-pink-pape-dry-rose-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Rosé,2010,Tranche 14.2,White,US,"Quite a good, rich Chardonnay, showing classic cool-climate, long-hangtime flavors of pineapple, citron and white peach, with a coating of sweet oak. Shows once again how perfectly the Bien Nacido Vineyard ripens Chardonnay.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,36,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tyler 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyler-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Tyler 14.5,Red,Chile,"Sweet and smoky on the nose, with prune, hickory and spice aromas that come together well. The palate on this four-grape blend is saturated and meaty, while the flavors of blackberry, coffee and dark plum are lush and finish with toast and spice. Always one of Chile's best values; an overperformer year after year.",Quatro,15,90,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2009 Quatro Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2009-quatro-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2009,MontGras 13.5,White,France,"A rich, buttery wine, with classic mineral and citrus characters. Very taut and tight, while layering fresh fruit flavors. Crisp and rounded at the same time.",,52,90,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Joseph Drouhin 13,White,France,"A big, ripe wine that also keeps an edgy character, typical of the year. It has a fine contrast between full apple and pear fruits and a zesty tang of acidity and texture. It does need a few months' aging.",,56,90,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Joseph Drouhin ,Red,France,"An elegant wine, typical of Chambolle-Musigny—finely perfumed with red fruits and soft tannins. It is generous, open in character, packed with red fruits.",,66,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Alex Gambal 2009 Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alex-gambal-2009-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2009,Alex Gambal ,Red,Italy,"Barbaresco Tettineive delivers sweet cherry and spicy vanilla overtones over a clean, compact and sturdy mouthfeel. This classic expression of Nebbiolo shows good acidity and structure that help make it a good pairing partner to wintery meat dishes or stews.",Tettineive,,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Antica Casa Vinicola Scarpa 2008 Tettineive (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antica-casa-vinicola-scarpa-2008-tettineive-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Antica Casa Vinicola Scarpa ,Red,US,"This has a dark core of smoke and espresso, wrapped around clean red fruits and moderate acidity. Fine structure and some depth, with a real chance to improve in the cellar for another 6–8 years.",Inigo Montoya,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Gramercy 2009 Inigo Montoya Tempranillo (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramercy-cellars-2009-inigo-montoya-tempranillo-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Tempranillo,2009,Gramercy 14.4,Red,US,"Lots of power and richness in this young, vigorous Pinot Noir. With brisk acids and tannins, it shows complex flavors of cherries, licorice, bacon, cola and Chinese Five Spice. Exotic and interesting, it should develop over the next 3–4 years.",,24,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Goyette 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goyette-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Goyette ,Red,US,"The mouthfeel is surprisingly soft right on through the middle palate, then hits an astringent wash of black fruits, dark toast, smoke and a vein of roasted espresso running through the finish. The tannins are toning down, but still very evident. Let it breathe and nuances of pepper, clove, mineral and graphite emerge.",,27,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2006 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2006-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2006,Forgeron 14.5,Red,US,"A good value for a red wine this smooth and flavorful. Shows deep, spicy flavors of blackberries, cherries and bacon, with a beautiful coating of tannin. The grapes come from the Malibu area and from the Santa Ynez Valley.",,21,90,California,California Other,California,Hoyt Family Vineyards 2006 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoyt-family-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2006,Hoyt Family Vineyards 14,Red,Italy,"This lusciously dark and concentrated Barbera delivers rich aromas of mature fruit, prune, blackberry, exotic spice and tobacco. It's an opulent wine with soft tannins and bright acidity.",,25,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Giacomo Vico 2008 Barbera d'Alba Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2008-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2008,Giacomo Vico ,Red,Italy,"There's an attractively fine and nuanced quality to this classic expression of Nebbiolo. Pretty spice tones and oak renderings play a supporting role to bright berry fruit, cola, blue flower and licorice. The wine offers medium intensity fueled by a long, elegant finish.",Sorano,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Ascheri 2007 Sorano (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-ascheri-2007-sorano-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giacomo Ascheri ,Red,Italy,"This bright Riserva opens with floral, soapy notes of church incense, Spanish cedar, dried orange peel and polished river stone. It's a feminine wine with power and intensity on the close due in part to the immense firmness of the tannins.",Riserva,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Fratelli Casetta 2005 Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-casetta-2005-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Fratelli Casetta ,Red,Italy,"This bright, garnet-colored Barolo delivers a tasty, streamlined style with pretty accents of cherry fruit, spice and natural rubber. There's tightness and density on the finish that will soften with time.",Vigna Pugnane,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Franco Conterno 2007 Vigna Pugnane (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franco-conterno-2007-vigna-pugnane-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Franco Conterno 14.5,Red,US,"Nice to see such a nice Merlot from Château Julien, their best ever. It does what Merlot should, being dry and lush, with complex sour cherry, currant, herb, cocoa and spice flavors wrapped into smooth tannins. A lovely wine for drinking now.",Private Reserve,42,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2007 Private Reserve Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2007-private-reserve-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,2007,Château Julien ,Red,Italy,"This pretty Barolo shows many of the telltale signs of the celebrated 2007 vintage. The wine is soft, dense and chewy with enduring aromas of chocolate fudge, red cherry and leather. Sophisticated tones of cured meat and Spanish cedar fill in the back.",,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cantina Terre del Barolo 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terre-barolo-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cantina Terre del Barolo 13,White,France,"Soft for a Chablis, leaning more to Burgundy proper with its rich toast and butter character. There is some minerality to give structure, the apple fruit coming to the fore as the wine opens up.",Montmains,45,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Montmains (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-montmains-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Chanson Père et Fils ,Red,Italy,"Your senses are greeted with dense concentration and a rich style of Nebbiolo that is colored by highlights of dark fruit, cola and exotic spice. The mouthfeel is lean and elegant with solid structure and an enduring finish.",Serraboella,59,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Barale Fratelli 2008 Serraboella (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barale-fratelli-2008-serraboella-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Barale Fratelli ,Red,France,"The wine is ripe for the year, with some structural tannins followed by acidity and sweet, juicy berry fruits. It has a lightness of touch, the fruit floating over the structure.",Les Cent Vignes,50,90,Burgundy,Beaune,,Camille Giroud 2008 Les Cent Vignes (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-giroud-2008-cent-vignes-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Camille Giroud ,Red,Italy,This pretty vineyard cru expression of Barbaresco offers smoky tones of toasted nut and tar backed by delicate small berries and a touch of vanilla cream. It's an easy expression without the daunting levels of austerity and the tannic structure you sometimes encounter with Nebbiolo.,Rabajà,60,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ca' du Rabajà 2008 Rabajà (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rabaja-2008-rabaja-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Ca' du Rabajà 14.8,White,US,"A big boy out of Mendocino County's tiny Kimmel Vineyards that's intense, creamy, layered and hugely voluptuous, clearly well made with an acidic bite and long finish. Fewer than 400 cases made, aged in 50% new French oak.",,32,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Kimmel 2009 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kimmel-2009-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Kimmel ,Red,Italy,"This bold Barolo from the famed Bussia cru opens with ripe fruit aromas of prune and strawberry, followed by a chewy, slightly sweet mouthfeel. But the wine is much more complex than it first appears. Give it time in the glass to release its unique aromas of black licorice and spearmint.",Bussia,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Silvano Bolmida 2007 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvano-bolmida-2007-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Silvano Bolmida ,Red,Italy,"From the warm 2005 vintage, this Riserva Barolo shows tertiary aromas of candied fruit and old spice, over a slightly browning appearance. Peppermint, licorice and spice appear on the close, giving the wine staying power and freshness. Don't wait too much longer to drink this wine.",Riserva,90,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Virna Borgogno 2005 Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virna-borgogno-2005-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Virna Borgogno ,White,US,"An unusual blend that includes 11% Aligote. It's thick and ripe, with apricot and peach fruit wrapped in buttery oak from aging in French barrels, one third new. The wine has a wonderful midpalate presence, big and full, that leads into a finish with hints of herb as well as lush barrel flavors.",,22,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Upland Estates 2009 Chardonnay (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/upland-estates-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Chardonnay,2009,Upland Estates ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Paesi Tuoi offers elegance and complexity thanks to its nuanced aromas of small berry fruit, drying mineral notes, cedar, cola and licorice. The wine shows classic lines with tight tannins and a long, ethereal finish.",Paesi Tuoi,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Terre da Vino 2007 Paesi Tuoi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-vino-2007-paesi-tuoi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Terre da Vino ,Red,Italy,"Located directly under the celebrated Rabajà cru, Martinenga is an exceptional, amphitheater-shaped vineyard that revels in sunny exposures and well-draining soils. It's the perfect spot for the world's best winemaking and this youthful expressions shows wonderful quality and elegance. The long finish is accented by cassis, cedar and cola-like flavors.",Martinenga,50,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 2008 Martinenga (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-2008-martinenga-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 14.2,White,US,"Shows the dryness, acidity and minerality that always mark this Sauvignon Blanc, which is from the vineyard directly behind the Oakville winery. The flavors are lean and elegant, suggesting citrus fruits and Asian pears, with a hint of tart, sour gooseberry. An elegant wine to drink as an appetizer.",To Kalon Vineyard Reserve,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2009 To Kalon Vineyard Reserve Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2009-to-kalon-vineyard-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2009,Robert Mondavi 14.8,Red,US,"Leave it to Ridge to make one of the best Zinfandels to come out of Paso Robles. Although the wine shows Paso's lush, ripe flavors and softness and is sweet in raspberry jam and chocolate, it maintains structural integrity. Drink it now with great barbecue.",Benito Dusi Ranch,30,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ridge 2009 Benito Dusi Ranch Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2009-benito-dusi-ranch-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,Ridge ,Red,Italy,"In step with the bold and intense characteristics associated with the popular 2007 vintage, this beautiful Barolo offers aromas of smoked bacon, black cherry, black olive and worn leather. It delivers a touch of sweetness within its tight, dense tannins.",Rocche dell'Annunziata,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mario Gagliasso 2007 Rocche dell'Annunziata (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-gagliasso-2007-rocche-dellannunziata-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Mario Gagliasso 14.5,Red,Italy,"Massolino delivers a beautifully compact and elegant Nebbiolo with soft layers of spice and red fruit enhanced by bright intensity, menthol layers, licorice and cherry cola. Thanks to the wine's structure and persistency, you could try a pairing with crispy roast pork.",Parussi,95,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Massolino 2007 Parussi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massolino-2007-parussi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Massolino ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Borzoni promises a long road ahead. At this young stage in the wine's life, you'll encounter fresh aromas of raspberry and cherry with toasted nut aromas and exotic spice. The wine opens with a bright garnet color, dense concentration and juicy tannins.",Borzoni,58,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Montaribaldi 2007 Borzoni (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaribaldi-2007-borzoni-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Montaribaldi ,Red,France,"This is seriously structured and firm, with smoky wood influences and red berry concentration giving a fine balance between fruity acidity and the tight tannins.",Clos de la Perrière,115,91,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Domaine Bertagna 2008 Clos de la Perrière (Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2008-clos-perriere-pinot-noir-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Bertagna ,Red,Italy,"With a blend of fruit from three important vineyard crus (mineral- driven Cannubi, elegant San Lorenzo and the more structured Ravera), this pretty wine gives an excellent overall view of Nebbiolo. The nose is redolent of forest fruit, raspberry, violet and soy sauce.",Cannubi San Lorenzo Ravera,120,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giuseppe Rinaldi 2007 Cannubi San Lorenzo Ravera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-rinaldi-2007-cannubi-san-lorenzo-ravera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giuseppe Rinaldi 9,Dessert,Greece,"Exotic aromas of coconut, honey and spice start this unique wine from Sigalas. On the palate, waves of lemon, coconut and vanilla are balanced by acidity and spice. Delicious, and unfolding on the tongue, it has its own distinct personality, with a faraway flair.",VinSanto,49,91,Santorini,,,Domaine Sigalas 2004 VinSanto White (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sigalas-2004-vinsanto-white-santorini/,White Blend,2004,Domaine Sigalas ,Red,Italy,"A wine to watch, Gianni Gagliardo presents a well-shaped and balanced Barolo Riserva from 2005 that delivers black cherry, cassis, spice and cola. The firm, drying close would pair with succulent red meat or aged pecorino cheese.",Riserva,125,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianni Gagliardo 2005 Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-gagliardo-2005-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Gianni Gagliardo ,Red,Italy,"From the Villero cru, this shapely Barolo offers floral and soapy aromas of red rose and lavender lavished over dark concentration and mature berry nuances. The wine feels structured, soft, velvety and rich. Drink after 2015.",Villero,58,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2007 Villero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2007-villero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giacomo Fenocchio 14.2,Red,US,"Lots of sweet, spicy fruit flavor in this flamboyant Pinot Noir. It flatters with a rich burst of caramelized oak and buttered cinnamon toast, but the real star is the cherry, raspberry, star anise and pomegranate flavor. Acidity and tannins provide welcome structure. The blend is from vineyards from both cooler and warmer parts of the valley. Now–2015.",,44,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Freeman 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freeman-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Freeman 14.5,Red,Italy,"Barolo Bricco Pernice shows elegant and sophisticated layers of forest fruit, cassis, cola, granite and light smoke. The tannins are firm, drying and would help pair this pretty wine with creamy wild mushroom risotto.",Bricco Pernice,115,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Elvio Cogno 2005 Bricco Pernice (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elvio-cogno-2005-bricco-pernice-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Elvio Cogno 12.2,White,US,"Though this is just 12.2% alcohol (hence, off-dry), you'd never peg it for anything less than searingly tart and bracing. Grapefruit, green berry, green apple and lime coalesce around the lip-smacking acids. Young and primary; though already delicious, it should improve significantly with some cellaring.",Evergreen,16,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Efeste 2010 Evergreen Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2010-evergreen-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Efeste 14,Red,Italy,"Within the context of Langhe winemakers, Cascina Adelaide favors plush, modern expressions of Nebbiolo with lots of wood. Barolo Fossati does indeed show awkward oak notes at first and that's why it's important to hold this wine a few more years in your cellar. Once the wine is allowed time to integrate, its plush fruit aromas and sweet spice close will come nicely in line.",Fossati,95,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Adelaide 2005 Fossati (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-adelaide-2005-fossati-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Cascina Adelaide ,Red,Italy,"Here is textbook Barolo with long, fine tannins and elegant aromas of small berry fruit, mesquite wood, tar and black licorice. The wine also offers warm earthy notes and a fresh menthol-like touch on the close. Pair it with grilled lamb and chopped mint chutney.",Bricco Boschis,65,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cavallotto 2007 Bricco Boschis (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavallotto-2007-bricco-boschis-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cavallotto ,Red,Italy,"A steep slope on the backside of Barbaresco's main street, the Rabajà vineyard cru is among the region's best and most celebrated. Vintners lucky enough to source fruit here are part of an elite winemaking group. This youthful expression delivers wild berry, cedar and black licorice overtones. Drink in 5–10 years.",Rabajà,60,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Castello di Verduno 2008 Rabajà (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-verduno-2008-rabaja-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Castello di Verduno 13,White,US,"Intense from the first sniff right on through the last lingering aftertaste, this seems far more extracted than its 13% alcohol would indicate. Concentrated fruit flavors of citrus flesh and citrus rind, married to the snap and sizzle of Sauvignon's grassy acidity. Amazing depth.",,19,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ardenvoir 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ardenvoir-2009-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Ardenvoir ,Red,Italy,"Barolo La Serra shows a slight touch of overripe fruit with tones of strawberry or raspberry jam lavished over sweet spice layers of nutmeg and cinnamon. Given the wine's warm and sunny disposition, it's no surprise to discover its soft, opulent and succulent mouthfeel.",La Serra,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Agostino Bosco 2007 La Serra (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agostino-bosco-2007-serra-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Agostino Bosco ,Red,Italy,"Here's a taut, steady Barbaresco Riserva with a meaty, fleshy quality to the texture that is backed by ripe aromas of cherry and dried blackberry. Leather, spice and cola come in at the end and the wine delivers a long, flavorful finish.",Basarin Riserva,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Adriano Marco & Vittorio 2006 Basarin Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adriano-marco-vittorio-2006-basarin-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Adriano Marco & Vittorio 13.9,Red,US,"A lovely, sophisticated Pinot Noir, marked by a modest alcohol level and the transparent, silky texture the variety should have. With crisp acidity and fine tannins, it shows dry, complex flavors of berries, cola, pomegranates, sugared herb tea and dusty spices. Should develop over the next six years.",,28,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Alta Maria 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-maria-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Alta Maria ,Red,US,"It is smooth, supple, and proportionate, though the astringent, earthy tannins are holding back the fruit at the moment. It's a deep, young, tight wine, layering lead pencil, moist loam, rock, licorice and ground coffee with light red fruits.",,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,JM Cellars 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,JM Cellars 14.2,Red,Chile,"Black and crusty on the nose, with char, smoke, wild blackberry and chocolaty aromas. The palate is full and offers the right tannic grip, while blackberry, bitter chocolate and peppery flavors finish with gravitas. A full-bodied and lusty varietal wine, probably the best of its type from Chile.",Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard,24,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 2008 Cuvée Alexandre Apalta Vineyard Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2008-cuvee-alexandre-apalta-vineyard-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2008,Lapostolle 14,Red,Italy,"With fruit sourced from various vineyard sites, this dark and fleshy Barolo offers ripe fruit aromas with tar, licorice, smoked ham, toasted hazelnut and moist pipe tobacco. Prunotto offers a well-made wine on the extraripe and dense side that ends with an opulent, fruit-driven close.",,60,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Prunotto 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Prunotto 13.5,Red,Italy,"Bric Turot is a rich and powerful Barbaresco that shows excellent integrity and intensity of its fruit flavors. Those tones of red cherry and cassis are backed by layers of spice, leather and dried tobacco leaf.",Bric Turot,75,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Prunotto 2006 Bric Turot (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-2006-bric-turot-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Prunotto ,Red,Italy,"Barbaresco Ad Altiora is characterized by plumpness and ripeness of fruit. That rich, natural succulence is backed by firm tannins and drying sensations of exotic spice, licorice and tobacco leaf. The balance between those two extremes is what sets this bold red wine apart.",Ad Altiora,60,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Michele Taliano 2008 Ad Altiora (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-taliano-2008-ad-altiora-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Michele Taliano 14.5,Red,US,"A ripe, elaborate Cabernet, offering a blast of fruit in the flashiest way. Wows with tiers of blackberries, black cherries, cassis, cocoa, cool mint, spice and smoked meat that are almost sweet, but the finish is dry. The powerful oak overlay is perfectly in keeping with the wine's volume. Some sharpness throughout is a minor fault.",Exposure,100,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakville East 2008 Exposure Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-east-2008-exposure-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Oakville East ,Red,Italy,"Leather, tobacco and light Bresaola open the nose of this dark, masculine Barolo. But wait a few minutes and the wine starts to deliver elegant tones of rose, violet, tar and polished granite stone. The wine is not propped up by huge intensity, but it does offer a cool, streamlined feel.",Bussia,69,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Barale Fratelli 2007 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barale-fratelli-2007-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Barale Fratelli 13.5,Red,Chile,"Big and earthy, with char, savory spice and black fruit aromas. The palate is full and bold, with ripe tannins and delicious flavors of herbs, baked berries, integrated spice and leather. Smooth, long and muscular; made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère and Syrah.",Ona,15,91,Rapel Valley,,,Anakena 2008 Ona Red (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakena-2008-ona-red-rapel-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Anakena ,Red,US,"Beautifully aromatic, this weaves exotic scents of coffee, smoke, black cherry, cassis, moist earth, lead pencil, and toffee into a lush tapestry. Smooth, fruity, flavorful, soft and balanced, it finishes with lightly grainy tannins that are as supple as leather.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Forgeron ,Red,France,"A charming and rich wine, with tannins that nestle within the soft texture. It is approachable, packed with ripe red fruits in an attractive juicy texture. The finish has enticing acidity.",Les Chatelots,135,91,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Louis Latour 2009 Les Chatelots (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-chatelots-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2009,Louis Latour ,Red,US,"Varietal and dusty, mixing textural flavors of earth, toast, coffee grounds, chocolate and lush purple fruits. Medium concentration, not yet fully integrated. There is a refreshing lick of citrus oil on the finish.",,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Rulo 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rulo-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Rulo 13.5,White,France,"This normally rich Meursault has gone into overdrive in 2009, producing a superopulent wine. It does, however, balance that with fine acidity and a mineral edge. It opens slowly to give its apple and peach fruits.",Clos des Poruzots Premier Cru,58,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Roux Père et Fils 2009 Clos des Poruzots Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2009-clos-poruzots-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2009,Roux Père et Fils 13.5,Red,Italy,"Pajoré is a classic expression of Barbaresco with clean and elegant lines and a wonderfully vertical and intense delivery of aromas. The bouquet is generous with tones of forest berry, root beer, tar, licorice, dried pipe tobacco and a touch of bitter almond on the close.",Pajoré,57,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rizzi 2006 Pajoré (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rizzi-2006-pajore-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Rizzi 14,Red,Italy,"Bold, bright and packed tight with smoky barbecue and mesquite tones, this is the kind of Barolo to pair with game hen and truffle sauce or veal steak and porcini mushrooms. The nose is actually bigger than the mouthfeel that delivers surprisingly polished tannins and fine elegance.",Trentaquattro34,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rattalino 2005 Trentaquattro34 (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rattalino-2005-trentaquattro34-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Rattalino 14.5,Red,US,"Classic Calistoga red wine, totally dry, full-bodied and big. Assaults with sweet, ripe sour cherry candy, cola, anise and spice flavors that finish long and lush. Yet it shows a refined tannic structure, and there's a firm minerality. Could surprise in the cellar after six years, but no guarantees.",Estate,48,91,California,Napa,Calistoga,Envy 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Envy 13,Red,France,"A ripe, pure wine of red fruit around a core of toast, dominated by vital acidity and an edge of dry tannins. The wine is linear, finely balanced, fruity and exuberant.",Champs Pimont,67,91,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2008 Champs Pimont (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2008-champs-pimont-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Jacques Prieur ,Red,France,"This powerful wine packs its rich fruit and acidity into a tight structure of sweet tannins. It is designed for aging, with its powerful texture and red berries layered with plum skin and damsons.",,96,91,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Domaine Dujac 2009 Morey-Saint-Denis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dujac-2009-pinot-noir-morey-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Dujac ,Red,Italy,"You'll love the smoked bacon and bresaola notes that emerge at the top of this deep bouquet. At the back are notes of ripe fruit, black cherry, dusty mineral and exotic spice. The wine offers a tight and compact feel with a long, smooth finish.",Vigne Gattera,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianfranco Bovio 2007 Vigne Gattera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianfranco-bovio-2007-vigne-gattera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Gianfranco Bovio 13.5,White,France,"Ripe, soft wine, the acidity integrated into sweet white fruit and cantaloupe melon flavors. It does have a tang of structure, toast and wonderful final freshness.",Clos des Mouches,110,91,Burgundy,Beaune,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Clos des Mouches (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-clos-mouches-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2008,Chanson Père et Fils ,Red,Italy,"Smoky tobacco notes, leather, ripe fruit, cola, chocolate and chewy dark spice open the nose of this muscular Barolo. There's a special tightness or sharpness to the mouthfeel that gives the wine a tight, polished feel.",Bricco Luciani,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina del Monastero 2007 Bricco Luciani (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-monastero-2007-bricco-luciani-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina del Monastero 14.5,Red,Italy,"The Cascina Bruciata winery is positioned majestically over the celebrated Rio Sordo cru and boasts commanding views of this beautiful vineyard. The wine delivers ripe berry aromas and loads of delicate spice, licorice and cola nuances.",Rio Sordo,49,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Bruciata 2007 Rio Sordo (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-bruciata-2007-rio-sordo-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Bruciata ,Red,Italy,"This pretty Riserva Barbaresco from the celebrated Rio Sordo cru delivers full and generous intensity and a tight, fine texture in the mouth. The long finish is accented by tones of dried fruit, sweet spice and a playful touch of roasted coconut. Very nice.",Rio Sordo Riserva,69,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Bruciata 2006 Rio Sordo Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-bruciata-2006-rio-sordo-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cascina Bruciata ,White,US,"Young and still a bit yeasty, with the flavors still integrating. The toasty barrel and bourbon flavors are matched to medium acids and stone fruits. This needs more time in the bottle to show all its strengths.",Birch Creek Vineyard,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Rulo 2009 Birch Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rulo-2009-birch-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Rulo 14.5,Red,US,"Made in the modern cult style, this Cabernet is softly luscious, oaky and enormously rich. It shows ripe, almost sweet flavors of blackberries, raspberries and cassis, and ends with a spicy finish. A big, powerfully luscious wine that could pick up bottle complexities over the next few years.",Fifth Edition,80,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robledo 2006 Fifth Edition Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robledo-2006-fifth-edition-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Robledo ,Red,US,"Pure Cabernet, ageworthy wine. Right now it is quite tight, somewhat herbal and compact. The fruit is layered, a range from strawberry through cherry and into cassis, and it leads sharply into spicy tannins with a clear edge. This cellarworthy wine will need considerable breathing time; or pop it in the cellar for up to a decade.",,54,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waters 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Waters ,Red,US,"Firm and toasty, this Cabernet, from the Lawrence Vineyard on the Royal Slope, has layers of earth and fungus, graphite and coffee grounds. The fruit is compact and dark, tightly wound and needing plenty of breathing time. But the balance and proportion, and the tannin management, show excellent winemaking skills.",Whipping Boy,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Southard 2008 Whipping Boy Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southard-2008-whipping-boy-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Southard 14.8,Red,US,"Smooth and chocolaty, this blend of grapes from Columbia Valley vineyards is drinking at its peak. The mix of black fruits, coffee grounds, toast and chocolate is balanced, with no sharp edges. The barrel flavors are delicious, though ultimately they may overwhelm the fruit. Seductive and delicious.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sineann 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Sineann 13.5,White,France,"Very tight wine, very mineral, with a distinct steel and coiled spring feel to it. Citrus and green apples dominate. This will age well.",Vaillons Premier Cru,30,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2009 Vaillons Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2009-vaillons-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Simonnet-Febvre ,Red,Italy,"Here's a finely crafted and rich expression of Barbaresco with evident oak tones that are enhanced by mature berry fruit, cola and creamy vanilla. The wine shows very nice saturation, richness and persistency. It also has a sour note of astringency on the close at this young stage in its life. Drink after 2015.",Palazzina,26,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Montaribaldi 2008 Palazzina (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaribaldi-2008-palazzina-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Montaribaldi 13.5,White,Chile,"It took this Concha y Toro specialty label a few years to find its footing with Sauvignon Blanc, but in 2010 they found it. This is a subtle but chiseled wine with structure, juicy acidity and pure apple, lime and tarragon flavors. It's consistent from nose to tail, and it's deep and layered, too.",Reserva Especial,22,91,Limarí Valley,,,Maycas del Limari 2010 Reserva Especial Sauvignon Blanc (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maycas-limari-2010-reserva-especial-sauvignon-blanc-limari-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Maycas del Limari 14,Red,Italy,"Negretti's elegant base Barolo offers a fine point of overripe fruit surrounded by tobacco, cola, licorice, toasted nut and dark chocolate. There's a touch of sweetness evident in the bouquet but the mouthfeel is dry, tight and long-lasting.",,50,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Negretti 2005 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/negretti-2005-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Negretti 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Winemaker Clive Jones has been steadily improving the wines at Nautilus, and the 2010 Sauvignon Blanc may be his best yet. Leafy, capsicum notes arise on the nose and persist through the finish, backed with just enough grapefruit to see them through. Lithe and refreshing.",,17,91,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-2010-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Nautilus ,Red,US,"Spicy, firm, supple and deep, offering lots of blue and purple fruit, though nothing jammy or too ripe. The tannins are very smooth and fine, the balance impeccable. This is the sister label to Rasa",,29,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,pb 2008 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pb-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,pb ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Corsini offers some ripe fruit aromas of strawberry and dried prune backed by leather, espresso and mesquite. The wine is soft, smooth and accented by sweet spice flavors and a bright spot of freshness at the very end.",Corsini,32,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Podere Ruggeri Corsini 2007 Corsini (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-ruggeri-corsini-2007-corsini-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Podere Ruggeri Corsini 13.8,Red,US,"A complex young Pinot Noir, high in mouthwatering acidity and bone dry. The tartness gives the cherry and cranberry fruit a refreshing sour candy taste. Not an ager, but give it a good decant.",Twin Creeks,36,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Claiborne & Churchill 2009 Twin Creeks Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2009-twin-creeks-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Claiborne & Churchill ,Red,Italy,"From the area of La Morra in the Langhe, this elegant Barolo delivers a tight, traditional style with sharp aromas of blueberry, spice, teriyaki sauce and root beer. There's very nice depth and density here with a bright, menthol-driven finish.",,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Francone 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francone-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Francone ,Red,Italy,"Loaded with ripe layers of bacon fat, smoked ham and ripe cherry fruit, this opulent Barolo would pair with pasta and white truffle or succulent pork medallions. It's a very distinctive and masculine wine that really does lavish on those Bresaola, tobacco and barbecue spice flavors.",Rochettevino,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,San Biagio 2007 Rochettevino (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-biagio-2007-rochettevino-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,San Biagio 14.6,White,US,"Honeysuckle scents and ripe, fresh fruit flavors run from grapefruit on into tropical. This was fermented in Hungarian puncheons, picking up just a hint of toast along the way. Clean and quite delicious.",,15,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Jones of Washington 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jones-washington-2010-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Jones of Washington ,Red,Italy,"This is a tight and compact expression of Barolo with some meaty, earthy aromas at the back of berry fruit, cola and dried herbs. There is a lighter, more feminine side to the bouquet that is successfully contrasted against the bolder, thicker feel this wine imparts in the mouth.",Roggeri,90,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ciabot Berton 2007 Roggeri (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciabot-berton-2007-roggeri-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Ciabot Berton 14.3,Red,US,"Sweet barrel flavors set off pretty fruit, a generous mix of cherries and berries, with juicy underlying acidity. This wine needs quite a bit more time to unfold. For the moment, all the components are right but the integration is not complete.",Rollat,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Chateau Rollat 2008 Rollat Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rollat-2008-rollat-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Chateau Rollat ,Red,Italy,"Cavallotto (Tenuta Bricco Boschis) offers a dark and powerful Riserva with a masculine, brooding personality complete with black spice, peppercorn, licorice, cola, prune and blackberry preserves. The wine concludes with a soft, velvety mouthfeel.",Riserva Vignolo,98,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cavallotto 2005 Riserva Vignolo (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavallotto-2005-riserva-vignolo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Cavallotto ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Pernanno offers a bold and modern interpretation of Nebbiolo that sports tones of vanilla, cinnamon, toasted nut and spice framed around vertical tones of berry fruit, cola and balsam. In fact, there is a medicinal vein of chopped herb or mint that adds to the wine's intensity.",Pernanno,86,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Adelaide 2007 Pernanno (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-adelaide-2007-pernanno-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Adelaide 14.2,White,US,"Made from organic grapes, Horse & Plow's Pinot Gris is earthy and austere, with finely honed acidity and lovely hints of apricot. Very balanced, dry, a tremendous version of this white wine.",Filigreen Farm,20,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Horse & Plow 2010 Filigreen Farm Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2010-filigreen-farm-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Horse & Plow ,Red,France,"Pure, generous, red cherry fruit scintillates over a structured wine that has dense tannins and texture. The whole is pierced with the dominant acidity of 2008.",Les Beaux-Monts,100,91,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine Bertagna 2008 Les Beaux-Monts (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2008-beaux-monts-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Bertagna 14.4,Red,US,"A big, rich, flashy Pinot Noir, softly sweet and fruity in raspberries, cherries, sandalwood and spices. A hint of tannins and crisp acidity provide the balance for good structure. Best over the next few years for youthful freshness.",Estate,65,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Donum 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donum-2008-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Donum ,Red,France,"For a Gevrey, this wine emphasizes softness rather than structure. It does have good depth of flavor and is full of acidity and red berry fruits. The wine offers pleasure now, while having medium-term aging potential.",Les Crais,56,91,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Camille Giroud 2008 Les Crais (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-giroud-2008-crais-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Camille Giroud ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Ca' Mia exhibits earthy tones of wild mushroom and cigar box along with lively tones of dried fruit, cassis syrup, cola, rose and tobacco. The interesting mouthfeel is characterized by both drying mineral tones and sweet cherry liqueur.",Ca' Mia,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Brovia 2007 Ca' Mia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brovia-2007-ca-mia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Brovia ,Red,France,"Smoky aromas introduce a wine that is structured and concentrated, with intense fruit and acidity. Firm tannins, a subtle touch of wood and fine richness all combine mellifluously.",Vieilles Vignes,72,91,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Alex Gambal 2009 Vieilles Vignes (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alex-gambal-2009-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2009,Alex Gambal ,Red,Italy,"Cantina del Pino is a true manufacturer of delight and magic. This pristine, elegant but mature Barbaresco is a prime example of this vintner's exciting potential. Aromas of jammy berry, cola, cedar and smoke are carefully layered and stacked tall. Open in 5–10 years.",,45,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cantina del Pino 2008 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-pino-2008-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Cantina del Pino 15,Red,Italy,"For food lovers, there's nothing better than a quality Barbera to pair with cheesy pasta or oven-roasted lasagna. This is a thicker, more extracted expression than Arbiola's Carlotta with elaborate oak renderings and ripe, juicy berry and cherry flavors. This is one big and bold Barbera.",Romilda XII,,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Arbiola 2007 Romilda XII (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbiola-2007-romilda-xii-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2007,Arbiola 14,Red,Italy,"This is a gorgeous expression of Nebbiolo with rich oak influences that have been expertly contrasted against bright berry aromas. Lasting flavors of spice, leather and sweet tobacco seal the deal.",,70,91,Piedmont,Langhe,,Ca' Viola 2008 Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-viola-2008-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2008,Ca' Viola ,Red,Italy,"Earthy, herbal and elegant on the nose, Asili Barbaresco needs 4–6 more years of cellar aging to fully integrate. So far, this beautiful wine shows tones of berry, raspberry, red rose and cola that grow in intensity and power the more the wine opens in the glass.",Asili,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ca' del Baio 2008 Asili (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-baio-2008-asili-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Ca' del Baio 14.5,Red,US,"Compact and chewy, with clearly delineated Bordeaux style and character. Cassis and black cherry fruit; stiff, earthy tannins, good length and fine aging potential. The acids and tannins are in good proportion, and the fruit is not overtaken with new oak, but there is enough (40%) to frame it with some sweet spices.",Le Coursier,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Brian Carter 2007 Le Coursier Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2007-le-coursier-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Brian Carter ,Red,Italy,"Oddero is a common surname in the Langhe, Piedmont, so its important to keep the various winemakers who use it straight. Luigi Oddero is from the La Morra area and presents an elegant Barolo with subdued intensity and pretty aromas of moist earth, cigar box, wild mushroom and bright berry tones.",,55,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Vigneti Luigi Oddero 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-luigi-oddero-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Vigneti Luigi Oddero 13.5,Red,US,"Lots of sweet, ripe raspberry and cherry fruit in this attractive young Pinot Noir. It has a rich, spicy finish, and is balanced in crisp Carneros acidity. Delicious and savory, it's best now.",Gravel Knob Vineyard,40,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2006 Gravel Knob Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2006-gravel-knob-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2006,Gloria Ferrer ,Red,Italy,"From the celebrated Bussia cru, this elegant Nebbiolo opens with aromas of candied fruit, cherry liqueur, licorice and soft spice. There's a touch of white mineral and chopped mint or garden herb at the back and the wine ends with a long, velvety feel.",Bussia,58,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Fenocchio 2007 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-fenocchio-2007-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giacomo Fenocchio ,Red,Italy,"With fruit sourced from various vineyard sites, this garnet Barolo delivers exuberant fruit tones of forest berry, dried raspberry and violets with delicate spice renderings in the background. This is a classy, happy expression of Nebbiolo with aging potential.",Sorano Coste & Bricco,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Ascheri 2007 Sorano Coste & Bricco (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-ascheri-2007-sorano-coste-bricco-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giacomo Ascheri ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Cannubbio has a chewy, ripe side that comes across aromatically as strawberry, vanilla cream, cinnamon and soy sauce. There's depth and elegance here as well with sweet spice renderings on the firm close.",Cannubbio,68,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Francesco Rinaldi 2007 Cannubbio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesco-rinaldi-2007-cannubbio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Francesco Rinaldi ,White,US,"A luscious cascade of apples, pears, honeydew melon and sweet pineapple fruit is set against lip-licking acidity. Just one third was aged in new French oak, the rest used barrels. There is a hint of heat in the finish, but the wine delivers a good long ride across the heart of the palate.",Vigneron Select,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2009 Vigneron Select Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2009-vigneron-select-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Forgeron ,Red,Italy,"Bruna Grimaldi is a boutique winery that shows great promise for the future. The wine's delicate nuances of forest fruit, cola, pressed violets, white chocolate and coffee are what set it apart. In the mouth, this elegant Barolo offers a tight, streamlined feel.",Bricco Ambrogio,44,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Grimaldi Bruna 2007 Bricco Ambrogio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grimaldi-bruna-2007-bricco-ambrogio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Grimaldi Bruna ,Red,US,"This is 90% Cabernet and 10% Merlot¬¬––juicy and sappy, a generous burst of strawberries, raspberries, and red fruits, with plenty of spark and vitality. The clear, clean, vivid fruit is the shining star here.",Lower East,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gramercy 2009 Lower East Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gramercy-cellars-2009-lower-east-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Gramercy ,Red,Italy,"Here is a very interesting Barolo Riserva that boasts lively balsam notes of licorice, cola, hummus, pressed violets and candied fruit. There's a citrusy touch of dried orange peel or lemon zest as well that gives the wine a bright, refreshing personality.",Lazzarito Riserva,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Germano Ettore 2005 Lazzarito Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/germano-ettore-2005-lazzarito-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Germano Ettore ,Red,Italy,"Nubiola is a pulpy, thickly concentrated Nebbiolo with brambly notes of forest fruit, moist earth, leather, spice and toasted hazelnut. The wine is still young, astringent and needs a few more years of cellar aging before it softens up.",Nubiola,38,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pelissero 2008 Nubiola (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pelissero-2008-nubiola-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Pelissero ,Red,Italy,"This Le Coste cru expression of Nebbiolo delivers unique aromas of mesquite wood, cedar, tangy teriyaki and ripe berry fruit. There's a citrusy note as well that resembles candied orange skin. The wine shows a fine, smooth and silky tannic touch.",Le Coste,102,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pecchenino 2007 Le Coste (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecchenino-2007-le-coste-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Pecchenino ,Red,Italy,"Representing one of Barbaresco's best cru sites, Roncaglie delivers elegant, ethereal aromas of wild berry, cherry cola, white chocolate and aged leather. There's complexity and sophistication here that is further reinforced by the silky, firm nature of its tannins.",Roncaglie,58,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Poderi Colla 2008 Roncaglie (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-2008-roncaglie-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Poderi Colla ,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend is dappled with pretty, sweet, toasty oak, but with the gentle red fruits showing through also. Not a huge wine, but a delight, supremely drinkable, with tasty toasty oak and light herb the immediate highlights.",Private Blend Red,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Nodland 2007 Private Blend Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nodland-2007-private-blend-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Nodland ,Red,Italy,"Giuseppe Nada presents an earthy, traditional expression of Barolo with aromas of white mushroom, cigar box, dried fruit, cassis, violets and cola. A sweet, velvety close is accented by delicate tones of smoked bacon, bresaola and cinnamon spice.",,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Nada Giuseppe 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nada-giuseppe-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Nada Giuseppe ,Red,Italy,"Full, brambly and spicy, this elegant Barbaresco shows the complex, ethereal aromas often associated with the Nebbiolo grape. Fruit, cola and leather tones are backed by firm, determined tannins and a refreshing spot of acidity.",Quarantadue42,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rattalino 2008 Quarantadue42 (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rattalino-2008-quarantadue42-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Rattalino ,Red,France,"With dense, dusty tannins as well as great bright red fruits, this is a wine that has weight and richness, while still going through a severe stage. It has power and structure. Age for 3–4 years.",,76,91,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Dujac Fils & Pere 2009 Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dujac-fils-pere-2009-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dujac Fils & Pere 13.5,White,New Zealand,"The Bay is back! This bold, fruit-driven offering is the best Cloudy Bay Savvy in at least a few vintages, with subtle leafy shadings layered over tropical fruit and adding complexity to the long, fresh finish. Drink now",,25,91,Marlborough,,,Cloudy Bay 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudy-bay-2010-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Cloudy Bay 14,Red,Italy,"Made with fruit assembled from five specific vineyard sites across the Barolo wine region, this beautiful blend of Nebbiolo grapes offers a clear window onto the noble Italian variety. Aromas include small berry fruit, spice, white peppercorn and cola. There's a tight firmness that propels a long finish.",Le Cinque Vigne,39,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Damilano 2006 Le Cinque Vigne (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2006-le-cinque-vigne-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Damilano 14.2,Red,New Zealand,"In its first couple of vintages, Le Sol was almost Australian in character, but it is now taking a more perfumed and elegant tack, with this '07 featuring hints of rhubarb and cracked pepper on the nose, and dark berry fruit matched by savory notes of coffee and black olives on the palate. It's creamy in texture, yet without excess weight, and finishes long. Drink now–2020.",Le Sol Gimblett Gravels,90,91,Hawke's Bay,,,Craggy Range 2007 Le Sol Gimblett Gravels Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2007-le-sol-gimblett-gravels-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2007,Craggy Range ,Red,Italy,"Here's a very beautiful Barolo with elegant aromas of dried rose petal and pressed violets backed by more hefty aromas of prune, plum and sweet spice. A firm tannic backbone holds up the wine's velvety texture and rich concentration.",,60,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Bel Colle 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bel-colle-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Bel Colle 13.8,Red,US,"It has a delicacy rarely seen in domestic Pinots, with scents of roses and chocolate, and flavors of wild mountain raspberries and tangy cranberry. Acids bring a tartness to the mouth, and the tannins are ripe and proportionate, yet substantial. They suggest that this young wine could have a surprisingly long cellar life.",,30,91,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Syncline 2009 Pinot Noir (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2009-pinot-noir-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Pinot Noir,2009,Syncline ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Tebavio is a thick, well extracted expression of Nebbiolo with red fruit tones, plum, sweet vanilla and ground coffee. The wine feels yielding but dense with a plush texture and a soft, silky feel. Like many wines from the 2007 vintage, it requires less aging (five years or so) to reach its optimal drinking window.",Tebavio,62,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Tenuta L'Illuminata 2007 Tebavio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-lilluminata-2007-tebavio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Tenuta L'Illuminata 14.5,White,US,"With a sweet jasmine nose and steely acidity, this Viognier from Fiddletown, slightly east of the Shenandoah Valley, is a touch sweeter on the palate though completely in balance, with a long finish and great structure.",,25,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Terre Rouge 2009 Viognier (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2009-viognier-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Viognier,2009,Terre Rouge 14.1,Red,US,"Absolutely delicious, so rich and spicy and ripe, with the most delicate tannins. The raspberry and cherry fruit sweetly explodes on the palate, but is controlled by minerals, and the finish is dry. Wonderful now, and a bargain compared to Siduri's single-vineyard Pinots.",,29,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Siduri 2009 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Siduri ,Red,France,"Firmly structured, with tannins and solid, dense fruit flavors. At the same time, the texture is jammy, rich, with black plum flavors bursting through the tannins. In five years this will be rich and generous.",Les Cazetiers,140,91,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Louis Latour 2009 Les Cazetiers (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-cazetiers-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2009,Louis Latour ,Red,US,"The blend includes all six Bordeaux red grapes and is sourced from four vineyards in four different AVAs. But what could be a mish-mash is a complex, fragrant, attractive red blend, that takes the best of each vineyard and crafts a wine that uses them all wisely. It is totally a Washington take on a Bordeaux-style blend, with potent fruit flavors expanding the mid-palate. The herbal and earthy character of Bordeaux is well represented, and whatever new oak the wine may have seen is well in the background.",Longevity Red,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2008 Longevity Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2008-longevity-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,JM Cellars ,Red,Italy,"Here's a meaty, masculine Barolo Riserva that is redolent of barbecue smoke, mesquite, teriyaki sauce, bresaola and candied fruit. There's a gritty, sandy quality to the tannins that would cut through roast pork stuffed with prunes.",Riserva,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mario Gagliasso 2005 Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-gagliasso-2005-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Mario Gagliasso 14.3,Red,US,"Shows the acidity and minerality of this cool-climate vineyard, which is in the Petaluma Gap region, well south of the Russian River. Like most Pinots from it, MacPhail's is very rich and forward in jammy red fruit and spice flavors. It's luscious, and seems best opened by 2013.",Gap's Crown Vineyard,49,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacPhail 2009 Gap's Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2009-gaps-crown-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,MacPhail ,Red,Italy,"This bright Barolo with fruit sourced from two of the most important crus in the Langhe area of Piedmont opens with ripe red fruit aromas with toasted almond, cola and exotic spice. The long finish shows elegant accents of mesquite and cedar wood.",Preda Sarmassa,75,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Virna Borgogno 2007 Preda Sarmassa (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virna-borgogno-2007-preda-sarmassa-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Virna Borgogno 14.8,Red,US,"While the Russian River Valley is a cool-climate area, the vineyard sourcing for this wine is in a warmer, eastern part of the appellation. It's ultrarich in berry, licorice and bacon flavors that are sweet in the middle palate, but finish with a dry scour of tannins. Lovely now and over the next six years.",Ponzo,28,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ridge 2009 Ponzo Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2009-ponzo-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Ridge ,White,France,"Closed at this stage, the wine has acidity, minerality and the potential of ripe pear and apricot fruit flavors. The wood is showing strongly but will integrate, while the texture promises good aging.",Les Truffières,75,91,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2009 Les Truffières (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-truffieres-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Latour 13.4,Red,US,"John Chiarito is the first American to petition for the right to label his wine Nero d'Avola, a variety he grows just outside of the town of Ukiah in eastern Mendocino and a nod to his family's Southern Italian heritage (the grape is native to Sicily). Here he's made an outstandingly intriguing, rustic, big fruit, high-acid red that'll surprise you as it opens, very Old World and definitely worth a try if you can find it. Only 60 cases produced.",Estate Bottled,36,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Chiarito 2007 Estate Bottled Nero d'Avola (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiarito-2007-estate-bottled-italian-red-nero-davola-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Nero d'Avola,2007,Chiarito 14,Red,Italy,"This elegant Barolo delivers both intensity and complexity thanks to its pure berry aromas and tones of cola, white licorice, tar, wet river stone, dried herb and cedar wood. Power and firm tannins suggest this wine would be best consumed 10 years from now.",,26,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Serradenari 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serradenari-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Serradenari ,Red,Italy,"Always the standout in a crowd, Punset (organic and biodynamic growers in Barbaresco) presents an elegant and austere Riserva. Aromas here include wet stone and green herbs, rosemary or wild sage, followed by taut density and tight tannins. Let this wine age 5–10 more years.",Riserva,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Punset 2006 Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punset-2006-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Punset ,Red,US,"Emblematic of the new direction for Tranche, this pure varietal has power and presence. It gracefully captures the herbaceous aspect of the grape, without sacrificing the deep purple fruit. Fragrant on entry, though the tannins are still a little hard and chewy. Balanced and complex.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Tranche 2007 Cabernet Franc (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tranche-2007-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Tranche ,Red,Italy,"91 Livia Fontana 2007 Barolo; $40. Livia Fontana's beautiful Barolo opens with delicate aromas of cola, balsam, violets and licorice that carry forth a very satisfying sensation of intensity and elegance. At the back of that first whiff are steady tones of small fruit, spice and leather. The tannins are tight but also polished in nature.",,55,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Livia Fontana 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livia-fontana-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Livia Fontana ,Red,Italy,"With fruit sourced at the heart of the Barolo winemaking region, this pretty expression of Nebbiolo offers a thin, compact and austere style with aromas of prune and plum backed by smoked ham and white mushroom. The gripping tannins are tight and still very young.",,45,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Anselma 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anselma-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Anselma 14.3,Red,US,"One barrel made, from the original Kiona vines. Deeply concentrated cassis and raspberry fruit, tinged with bramble and brush, saturates the palate. This is Cabernet raw and wild, from old vines, with wonderful details of herbs and forest. A unique wine, with tart and astringent tannins, but excellent length.",,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Animale 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/animale-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Animale ,Red,Italy,"Elvio Cogno is a dedicated, producer who crafts exciting and consistent wines year after year. This sophisticated Riserva Barolo from the 2005 vintage delivers dark color and concentration, ripe cherry, raspberry roll-up, black granite notes and bright menthol layers that add personality to the finish.",Vigna Elena Riserva,115,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Elvio Cogno 2005 Vigna Elena Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elvio-cogno-2005-vigna-elena-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Elvio Cogno 14.5,Red,US,"With a prettier nose than Easton's smaller-production Monarch Mine Vineyard Barbera, this one from the Shenandoah's Cooper Ranch has violets and red cherry and a teasing tartness on the finish, with fine texture and balance throughout. Juicy, well-made and exhibiting its time spent in oak",Cooper Ranch,24,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Easton 2008 Cooper Ranch Barbera (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2008-cooper-ranch-barbera-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Barbera,2008,Easton ,Red,Italy,"Sophisticated and bright, this beautiful Barbaresco presents loads of vanilla, dark fruit, spice and toasted nut intensity. There's structure and longevity here and the wine lasts many long minutes on the palate thanks to its bone-dry tannins.",Lorens,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Eredi Lodali 2008 Lorens (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eredi-lodali-2008-lorens-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Eredi Lodali ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Lorens delivers interesting dimension and personality with a complex bouquet comprised of fruit, spice and cola elements. The aromatic intensity is given a natural lift thanks to the wine's dense pulp and velvety consistency. Sweet cherry flavors fuel a long finish.",Lorens,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Eredi Lodali 2007 Lorens (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eredi-lodali-2007-lorens-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Eredi Lodali ,Red,Italy,"From the Serralunga d'Alba area of Barolo known for its structured and powerful wines comes this feminine and delicate expression from the Cerretta cru that is redolent of blue flowers, light spice, licorice and dried mint. The wine is plush, rich and spicy on the close but not in an exaggerated way.",Cerretta,100,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giovanni Rosso 2007 Cerretta (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanni-rosso-2007-cerretta-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giovanni Rosso ,Red,Italy,"This vibrant Nebbiolo opens with inky, dark concentration and heavy oak notes that will soften and fall into place with a few more years of bottle aging. Ripe fruit, black cherry, dark spice, mesquite, leather, tobacco and soy sauce are all evident components of the layered bouquet.",Basarin Vigna Gianmaté,55,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Giacosa Fratelli 2008 Basarin Vigna Gianmaté (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2008-basarin-vigna-gianmate-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Giacosa Fratelli ,Red,Italy,"This elegant expression of Nebbiolo from the Prapò cru takes a feminine, delicate approach with pretty floral tones, rose petals, light shadings of spice and tobacco, cola and tangy licorice. The fine texture of tannins underscores the wine's long, silky feel.",Prapò,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Germano Ettore 2007 Prapò (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/germano-ettore-2007-prapo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Germano Ettore ,Red,Italy,"This is a beautiful wine that focuses on complexity and elegance rather than heft and power. In fact, the Riserva Barbaresco presents traditional aromas of small dried berry, cassis, cola and pressed violets that are typical of the Nebbiolo grape. The mouthfeel is tight, tannic and could use 5–10 more years of cellar aging.",Riserva,,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Francone 2006 Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francone-2006-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Francone ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Le Coste delivers milky chocolate tones and cherry cream with a touch of drying mineral at the back. The potential is all here, but this wine does need at least five more years of bottle aging to find harmony. Give it the time it deserves.",Le Coste,,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Diego Conterno 2007 Le Coste (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diego-conterno-2007-le-coste-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Diego Conterno ,White,France,"Opulent, ripe wine, powered by richness and yellow fruit flavors. There is also a mineral tang, with grapefruit and citrus that sits well as the core of this otherwise rich, concentrated wine.",Santenots,122,91,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2009 Santenots (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2009-santenots-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Jacques Prieur 13.5,Red,France,Brilliant red cherry aromas and flavors are allied to gentle tannins and a sweet jammy character. A hint of wood is integrating well.,Clos des Mouches,105,91,Burgundy,Beaune,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Clos des Mouches (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-clos-mouches-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chanson Père et Fils 14.5,Red,Italy,"Bold and rich by 2005 Barolo standards, Bricco Visette offers a bright embroidery of berry, spice, oak and tobacco aromas. Firm tannins support the wine at the back end and will help it age gracefully for the next ten years or more.",Bricco Visette,80,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Attilio Ghisolfi 2005 Bricco Visette (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/attilio-ghisolfi-2005-bricco-visette-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Attilio Ghisolfi ,White,France,"Very mineral in character, the wine has grapefruit and orange peel characters. It's taut, linear in style, with a lively acidity that cuts through the citrus and green apple fruits.",Les Vergers,92,91,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Camille Giroud 2008 Les Vergers (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-giroud-2008-vergers-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Camille Giroud 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a spectacular expression of Barbera with soft layers of black cherry, chocolate, spice and crushed clove. It's long, soft, opulent and generous on the close.",Bric du Luv,55,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Ca' Viola 2008 Bric du Luv (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-viola-2008-bric-luv-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Ca' Viola 14.4,Red,US,"The extra time has helped to unwrap what must have been an exceedingly compact wine, but it still needs to be decanted and/or cellared further. The black fruits are subservient to the dense, tarry tannins. Everything is ripe, but ripe as fine Bordeaux is ripe, with earth and bark and herb still prominent.",Solesce,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Brian Carter 2006 Solesce Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2006-solesce-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Brian Carter ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Vigne dei Fantini offers a brambly note of forest floor and black olive backed by a distinctive note of mesquite wood and barbecue sauce. Sweet spice flavors of clove and nutmeg appear on the finish and the wine is well grounded by firm, silky tannins.",Vigne dei Fantini,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Silvano Bolmida 2007 Vigne dei Fantini (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvano-bolmida-2007-vigne-fantini-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Silvano Bolmida ,Red,Italy,"This is a terrific Barolo with cooling berry nuances backed by fresh menthol and cola-like aromas that give it a lively, buoyant personality. On the palate, it feels crisp and compact and what it lacks in weight, it makes up for in intensity.",Rocchettevino,75,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Viberti 2007 Rocchettevino (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viberti-2007-rocchettevino-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Viberti 14.5,White,US,A silky-smooth Viognier with apricot and honey on the nose and taste that's layered in flavors and textures and has an awesomely lingering finish without any of Viognier's prediliction for oiliness. A fine example of Shenandoah Valley's abilities for Rhône whites.,,25,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Terre Rouge 2009 Viognier (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2009-viognier-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Viognier,2009,Terre Rouge ,Red,Italy,"Sweet oak tones of spice, cinnamon, rose potpourri, candied fruit, prune, cassis and licorice build in intensity and persistency the longer this wine stays in the glass. That beautiful evolution opens a panoramic view onto the potential of aged Nebbiolo.",Audace Riserva,,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Roberto Sarotto 2005 Audace Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roberto-sarotto-2005-audace-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Roberto Sarotto ,Red,Italy,"Here's a classic expression of Nebbiolo with soft oak tones that have deftly been worked into the natural fabric of this fruit-forward wine. The aromas are direct and intense with accents of cola, cherry, licorice and violet. The tannins are surprisingly silky and smooth given how young this wine is.",Dardi le Rose Bussia,65,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Colla 2007 Dardi le Rose Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-2007-dardi-le-rose-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Poderi Colla ,Red,US,"A stunning wine, this could be the poster child for the future of Washington Mourvèdre. The aromas are a dappled and seductive mix of raspberries, moist earth, baking spices, mocha and an intriguing suggestion of wet cement. Marvelous definition, length and character. Give it plenty of breathing time and it gains mass and complexity.",Heart of the Hill Vineyard,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Syncline 2009 Heart of the Hill Vineyard Mourvèdre (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2009-heart-hill-vineyard-mourvedre-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Mourvèdre,2009,Syncline ,Red,US,"A sharply etched, spicy, dense, intriguing wine. Tobacco, baking spices, wild berries and smoke roll on through. The wine has muscle and depth; what it needs is time.",Loess Vineyard,48,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Waters 2008 Loess Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-2008-loess-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Waters ,White,France,"An attractive wine, with open, generous fruit and a structure that exhibits mineral texture through which green fruits emerge. At this stage, there is still a youthful tightness.",La Maltroie,70,92,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2009 La Maltroie (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-maltroie-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Latour 14.9,Red,US,"Dense, deep, dark, and loaded with black fruits, this keeps adding layers––black coffee, smoke, earth, some rock, some charcoal. It is vivid but not overbearing; the alcohol (14.9%) does not show in the mouth. Supple and still showing some streaks of herb and bark. Delicious.",Concordia,38,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mackey Vineyards 2009 Concordia Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mackey-2009-concordia-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Mackey Vineyards 13.5,Red,France,"Rich, with concentrated dark plum and spice flavors, laced with the acidity of the vintage and a firm, dry character. It really needs aging, but already shows impressive style.",Beaune Grèves Premier Cru,82,92,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2008 Beaune Grèves Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2008-beaune-greves-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Jacques Prieur ,Red,US,"A Bordeaux-style blend and a delicious wine, powerfully fruity, silky, spicy, and seductive. It shows lovely balance and nice threading of anise, cocoa, caramel barrel flavors.",Estate,85,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Figgins 2008 Estate Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/figgins-2008-estate-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Figgins ,Red,US,"A flamboyantly rich wine, elaborate in cherry, pomegranate, persimmon and cola flavors that are deep and impressive. Yet there's good structure, with soft acidity and a gentle coating of tannins. Drink over the next four years.",Reserve,50,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Fritz 14.3,Red,US,"Young, tangy and tart, with racy raspberries, strawberries and pomegranate––this is a vividly fruity and penetrating wine. Crisply defined, immaculately fresh, it is structured for both immediate enjoyment and cellaring over the next 6–8 years.",,60,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2008 Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2008-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,2008,Leonetti Cellar 14.5,Red,US,"A generous, feminine Pinot Noir, so softly fresh and fruity, it should be opened now. There's a meaty, mushroomy edge to the raspberry and cherry fruit, as well as elaborately sweet new oak and exotic spice flavors.",Queste,42,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,TR Elliott 2008 Queste Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tr-elliott-2008-queste-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,TR Elliott ,White,US,"Crisp and bright, with a detailed mix of spring herbs and citrus fruits. The powerful acidity and a hint of mineral running through the finish adds to the depth. This just keeps on going, clean and satisfying.",,16,91,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Tranche 2008 Pinot Gris (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tranche-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Pinot Gris,2008,Tranche 14,Red,Italy,"A modern and very attractive blend of Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah and Nebbiolo, Monsordo is a landmark red that shows us another side of Langhe winemaking (the historic home of Barolo and Barbaresco). Dense and rich, it delivers opulent aromas of red fruit, toasted almond, leather and tobacco.",Monsordo,38,91,Piedmont,Langhe,,Ceretto 2008 Monsordo Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2008-monsordo-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2008,Ceretto 14.4,Red,US,"A bit sharp in acidity, with a bite right down the middle, but elegant and silky in mouthfeel and dry. Rich in flavor, too, offering waves of cherry, pomegranate, cola, persimmon and red plum fruit. Drink now.",Purple,48,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Roadhouse Winery 2009 Purple Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roadhouse-winery-2009-purple-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Roadhouse Winery 13.5,Red,Italy,"What a wonderful wine to pair with game hen or roasted quail. This delicate and elegant expression boasts a superripe lining of strawberry and blueberry jam that gives this wine a youthful, more approachable quality.",,43,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rizzi 2006 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rizzi-2006-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Rizzi ,Red,Italy,"This beautiful Barbaresco from Rivetto opens with a tight, compact style that is embedded with a high level of aromatic intensity with lingering tones of red berry, vanilla, cinnamon and sweet spice. It is streamlined, taut and very long in endurance.",Ce' Vanin,40,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rivetto 2008 Ce' Vanin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetto-2008-ce-vanin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Rivetto 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Brancott may be big, but under the direction of Patrick Materman, the winemaking continues to be solid. The 2010 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc displays slightly herbal-grassy aromas, but also hints of white nectarine and grapefruit. This medium-bodied wine comes across as fully dry and tightly focused on the finish.",Reserve,20,90,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2010 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2010-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Brancott 14.1,Red,Chile,"If this isn't the best value-priced Carmenère being made in Chile, then what is? It's big, broad and chubby on the nose, with nearly perfect black fruit, herb, spice and tobacco aromas. The palate is full and mildly tannic, with layered, generous flavors of blackberry, spice and chocolate. Toasty and long on the finish.",Casa,13,90,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2009 Casa Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2009-casa-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Lapostolle 14,Red,Italy,"Barolo Meriame opens with earthy tones of forest floor and bramble followed by lively tones of black licorice and cherry liqueur. This is a delicate, feminine wine with very good staying power.",Meriame,80,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Paolo Manzone 2007 Meriame (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-manzone-2007-meriame-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Paolo Manzone 13.5,White,France,"A soft, textured wine that is still developing. Pear and white currant flavors offer acidity and fruit, while there is a good chalk dust edge. It needs another year to develop.",Montmains,35,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2009 Montmains (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2009-montmains-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Simonnet-Febvre 13.5,Red,Italy,Ornati is a wonderful wine to pair with homemade tagliatelle and veal ragú or grilled pork sausages. This red blend from Piedmont has the succulence and acidity to pair with almost any meal and a natural intensity of fragrances that won't easily be overwhelmed.,Ornati,37,90,Piedmont,Langhe,,Tenuta Rocca 2006 Ornati Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rocca-2006-ornati-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2006,Tenuta Rocca 13.5,Red,Italy,"What sets Rizzi apart is the pristine and detailed-minded nature of its winemaking. Barbaresco Boito shows these qualities nicely thanks to the dimension of its small berry, cola, cedar, licorice and menthol aromas.",Boito,50,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rizzi 2006 Boito (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rizzi-2006-boito-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Rizzi 14.2,White,US,"A non-oaked, non-ML Chardonnay from a new producer in inland Mendocino, the wine has lots of green apple, custard and key lime, is easy-drinking and straightforward with clearly no oak influence and a noticeable finish. Definitely clean and crisp.","Estate, Schrader Ranch",22,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,"Rivino 2009 Estate, Schrader Ranch Chardonnay (Mendocino)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivino-2009-estate-schrader-ranch-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2009,Rivino 13,Red,Greece,"Blackberry, violet and cherry on the nose leads into smooth flavors of spice, black fruit and raspberry on the palate. This wine is elegant with a clean finish. A hint of violet gives it added class. An impressive go-to red.",Oak Aged,30,89,Crete,,,Lyrarakis 2007 Oak Aged Cabernet Merlot (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lyrarakis-2007-oak-aged-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-merlot-crete/,Cabernet Merlot,2007,Lyrarakis 13.8,White,US,"Not clear why the winery has to identify this on the front label as Sauvignon Blanc after all these years of calling it Fumé Blanc, but it's an awfully good wine, especially at this price. Dry and crisply acidic, it shows mouthwateringly clean flavors of citrus fruits, gooseberries and minerals.",Dry Sauvignon Blanc,19,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2009 Dry Sauvignon Blanc Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2009-dry-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2009,Robert Mondavi 14.5,Red,Italy,Barbaresco Basarin by organic and biodynamic producer Punset is a bit strange aromatically at first with earthy aromas of cured meat and pressed red rose. The trick here is to wait for the wine to finish its evolution and open the bottle in five years or more.,Basarin,40,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Punset 2008 Basarin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punset-2008-basarin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Punset ,Red,Italy,"Vigneto Nervo Barbaresco shows a sharp, focused style with tight astringency and subtle streaks of sourness and bitterness on the close. At the core of the wine, however, is white cherry and cola. Drink after 2015.",Vigneto Nervo,60,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pertinace 2008 Vigneto Nervo (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pertinace-2008-vigneto-nervo-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Pertinace 14.5,White,US,"A dark gold Sauvignon Blanc with clean, fine notes of apricot that's dry and has complex texture. Needs time to develop.",Del Arroyo Vineyard,18,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Occasio 2010 Del Arroyo Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occasio-2010-arroyo-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Occasio 14.5,Red,US,"Shows plenty of Zinfandel flavors, on steroids, with amazingly ripe, powerful wild red berry, cola, mocha, sweet sandalwood and baking spice flavors, wrapped into smooth, sweet tannins. This lusty Zinfandel is best now with a beautifully grilled steak.",Papera Ranch Vineyard,29,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Novy 2009 Papera Ranch Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2009-papera-ranch-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Novy ,Red,Italy,"This tight and gritty feeling Barbaresco opens with earthy notes of smoked meat and exotic spice with mature cherry, plum and blackberry at the back. That textured, drying feel to the tannins is supported by medium pulp and concentration.",Casot,,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Nada Giuseppe 2008 Casot (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nada-giuseppe-2008-casot-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Nada Giuseppe ,Red,Italy,"Barbaresco Montestefano is driven by simple, clean elegance that ties together its many aromatic elements. Like a silk blouse on a cool spring day, the wine is caressing and light with feminine softness and tightness of texture.",Montestefano,,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,La Ca' Nova 2008 Montestefano (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-ca-nova-2008-montestefano-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,La Ca' Nova 13,Red,France,"A powerful, concentrated wine, pushing tannins while also showing great berry fruits and fine, juicy acidity. It does need to age to soften the tannins.",,46,89,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Joseph Drouhin 12.3,White,US,"The alcohol is listed at just 12.3%, with residual sugar under 1%, but noticeable. The overall balance is excellent, with a fruit-forward appeal built upon clean, crisp layers of citrus and stone fruits. What surprises is the persistence; the score reflects both the breadth and length of this wine.",,12,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Jones of Washington 2009 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jones-washington-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2009,Jones of Washington ,Red,Italy,"The 2008 edition of Roero Prachiosso offers a big change over last year. This is an extremely generous, soft and modern interpretation with evident oak and vanilla renderings and loads of ripe black fruit. Nebbiolo's natural tightness will soften in 1–2 more years.",Prachiosso,,89,Piedmont,Roero,,Angelo Negro & Figli 2008 Prachiosso (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angelo-negro-figli-2008-prachiosso-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2008,Angelo Negro & Figli ,Red,Italy,"Barbaresco Cascinotta shows a different side of Nebbiolo (in fact, this vintage marks a stylistic departure from the past) with unique aromas of root beer, spice and kerosene. There's medium heft and density to the mouthfeel, but the intensity and overall length of the wine is much grander than you'd expect.",Cascinotta,,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Angelo Negro & Figli 2008 Cascinotta (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angelo-negro-figli-2008-cascinotta-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Angelo Negro & Figli ,Red,France,"This perfumed wine has a soft, almost buttery texture, with red currant fruits and opulent tannins. It shows great richness, yet is probably not for long-term aging.",,76,89,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Dujac Fils & Pere 2009 Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dujac-fils-pere-2009-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dujac Fils & Pere ,Red,France,"A rich full-bodied wine, with cherry aromas and sweet fruit flavors. The tannins are buried in this sweet, soft, velvet wine. For medium-term aging.",Le Village,65,89,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Domaine Bertagna 2009 Le Village (Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2009-le-village-pinot-noir-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Bertagna 13.8,Red,US,"Lots of sweet raspberry and cherry flavors in this soft, delicious wine. It delivers plenty of pleasure, and is priced fairly for the quality. Drink it now.",,25,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Claiborne & Churchill 2008 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Claiborne & Churchill ,Red,Italy,"Fans of Boroli's Barolo Villero will discover a new side to the popular wine with the 2007 vintage. Usually very bold and bright, this expression seems thinner, more compact and linear. The wine opens with a slightly brownish hue to its appearance and ripe notes of mature berry fruit.",Villero,71,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Boroli 2007 Villero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boroli-2007-villero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Boroli ,Red,Italy,"This is a unique and distinctive Barolo from the Cannubi cru that opens with thick, dark concentration and ripe aromas of cherry, root beer, cured beef and dried prunes. The wine boasts thick, firm tannins and very nice intensity. Drink in 5–10 years.",Cannubi,,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 2007 Cannubi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgogno-flli-serio-e-battista-2007-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 14,Red,Italy,"Cascina Bruciata's base Barbaresco offers layers of ripe fruit spice, tar and licorice with soft but firm tannins. Pair this wine with steak and creamy black pepper sauce.",,34,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Bruciata 2007 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-bruciata-2007-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Bruciata 15.1,Red,US,"This is a wine that reflects the classically deep fruit and the vagaries of the vintage. It opens with a bit of high-toned volatility, which heightens the flavors and brightens the wine, but may attenuate the ageability. Cherries in brandy, astringent tannins, and lots of juicy acidity.",Champoux Vineyard,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sineann 2009 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2009-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Sineann ,Red,US,"Always one of Washington's best red wine values, the latest version of Rulo's Syrca marries a Syrah-dominant nose to a mouthfeel that is lithe and muscular. Flavors mix fruit preserves with harmonious barrel influences –coffee grounds, cocoa and toast. Slightly grainy, full-bodied, and totally delicious.",Syrca,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Rulo 2008 Syrca Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rulo-2008-syrca-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Rulo 13.5,Red,France,"Very ripe, although with a considerable amount of acidity as well as rich plum and strawberry fruits. Its structure gives it some dryness while the acidity sparks its juicy character. For aging over 3–4 years and more.",Les Charmes,88,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Roux Père et Fils 2008 Les Charmes (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2008-charmes-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roux Père et Fils 15.8,Red,US,"Zinfandel is one of the hardest varieties to get right, but Trailhead threads the needle with this dry, rich wine. It's delicious in cherry, bacon, pine, wild herb and spice flavors, wrapped into smooth tannins. Shows Zin's briary edge while maintaining Napa balance.",,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trailhead 2009 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trailhead-2009-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Trailhead ,Red,Italy,This sweetly perfumed expression of Nebbiolo offers pretty aromas of fragrant blue flower and scented candle. The wine opens with a bright garnet color and drying tannins that would match delicate pasta with game meat sauce.,Mondino,,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Piero Busso 2008 Mondino (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piero-busso-2008-mondino-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Piero Busso 13,White,New Zealand,"A joint venture between Tuscany's Ludovico and Piero Antinori, Mount Nelson's 2010 is a fresh, herbal rendering of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. Treble notes of tomato leaf and bell pepper predominate, with grapefruit providing the bass.",,19,90,Marlborough,,,Mount Nelson 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-nelson-2010-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Mount Nelson 14,Red,Italy,Pecchenino has produced a lovely Nebbiolo-based wine with elegant tones of licorice and tar followed by fresh layers of forest fruit and chopped mint. It feels tight and compact in the mouth with a long finish driven by silky tannins.,Vigna Botti,28,90,Piedmont,Langhe,,Pecchenino 2007 Vigna Botti Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecchenino-2007-vigna-botti-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2007,Pecchenino ,Red,Italy,"Marcarini's La Serra is a unique Nebbiolo with citrus notes and red fruit backed by tones of watermelon, fennel and anise seed. It's an offbeat wine but it does have personality.",La Serra,46,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marcarini 2007 La Serra (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-2007-serra-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Marcarini ,Red,France,"Perfumed wine, very ripe as well as structured, packed with fresh raspberry and wild strawberry flavors. The tannins are balanced within this sweet, rich wine.",Les Petits Monts,175,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Louis Latour 2009 Les Petits Monts (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-petits-monts-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2009,Louis Latour ,Red,France,"A powerful wine, with firm tannins and light blackberry fruit. The wine is stern, concentrated, with dark tannins as well as fresh acidity.",Epenots,85,90,Burgundy,Pommard,,Louis Latour 2009 Epenots (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-epenots-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2009,Louis Latour ,White,France,"There is great richness here. The wine is ripe, concentrated with bright green fruits as well as a good mineral structure.",Château de Blagny,70,90,Burgundy,Meursault-Blagny,,Louis Latour 2009 Château de Blagny (Meursault-Blagny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-chateau-blagny-chardonnay-meursault-blagny/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Latour ,Red,Italy,"Blackberries, toasted hazelnut, black licorice, Spanish cedar and red currants open the nose of this well-shaped and elegant wine. The Nebbiolo grape is capable of showing nuanced complexity and depth and Barolo Villero demonstrates this very nicely. Drink after 2018.",Villero,45,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Livia Fontana 2007 Villero (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livia-fontana-2007-villero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Livia Fontana ,Red,Italy,"With fruit sourced from the Castiglione Falletto area of the Langhe, this spicy Barolo offers layers of mature fruit, cassis syrup, black pepper, dried flowers and herbs. The mouthfeel is soft and velvety and the wine shows very good staying power and intensity.",Riserva,55,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Livia Fontana 2005 Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livia-fontana-2005-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Livia Fontana 15,Red,Italy,"Barbera Rinaldi opens with a darkly concentrated appearance and ripe aromas of blackberry, prune, leather and moist pipe tobacco. There's definitely a plump, ripe and chewy quality to this wine with loads of chocolate as well.",Rinaldi,23,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Marziano Abbona 2009 Rinaldi (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marziano-abbona-2009-rinaldi-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2009,Marziano Abbona ,Red,Italy,"There's a ripe, almost jammy quality to the bouquet of this Riserva Barbaresco that appears as raspberry or strawberry candy with subtle cola, leather and tar aromas at the back. The wine is tight and compact with the kind of firmness in the mouth that suggests it needs another five years of bottle aging.",Nervo Vigna Giaia Riserva,40,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Piazzo Armando 2006 Nervo Vigna Giaia Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzo-armando-2006-nervo-vigna-giaia-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Piazzo Armando ,Red,Italy,"This beautiful Riserva expression really shows the potential of Roero, a little-known red wine from Piedmont based on the Nebbiolo grape just like its cousins Barbaresco and Barolo. Soft oak layers are set against a solid background of red fruit and the overall balance is impressive.",Antaniolo Riserva,,90,Piedmont,Roero,,Pelassa 2007 Antaniolo Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pelassa-2007-antaniolo-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Pelassa ,Red,Italy,"Monti's 2007 Barolo opens with a compact, streamlined feel and bright aromas of white cherry, candied orange peel, barbecue smoke, pancetta, cola and licorice. It's an Old School Barolo that does a very nice job of showcasing Barolo tradition and territory.",Duemilasette,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Monti 2007 Duemilasette (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monti-2007-duemilasette-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Monti 13,White,New Zealand,"Mills Reef's Reserve Sauvignon Blanc stays true to the Hawke's Bay style, with ripe fruit notes that recall nectarine and passion fruit, medium body and a zesty finish reminiscent of fresh citrus. Drink it over the next year.",Reserve,15,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Mills Reef 2010 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mills-reef-2010-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Mills Reef 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a bright, polished Barolo with impressive intensity and complexity. The wine delivers aromas of red berry, cola, cherry liqueur, forest floor and black licorice. Pair it with veal with wild rice and mushrooms. Drink from 2015–2018.",,45,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Attilio Ghisolfi 2005 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/attilio-ghisolfi-2005-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Attilio Ghisolfi 14.1,White,US,"No Chardonnay in California is richer or riper than this. It detonates on the palate with an explosion of pineapples, green apples, tangerines, apricots, honey, butterscotch and dusty cinnamon spices. Acidity is pretty and zesty. Would benefit from greater subtlety, but it sure is opulent.",Alta Maria Vineyards,28,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Alta Maria 2009 Alta Maria Vineyards Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-maria-2009-vineyards-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Alta Maria ,Red,Italy,"From the Alba area of the Langhe in Piedmont, this pretty Barbaresco delivers a thick, dense style with loads of aromatic intensity and personality. The finish is peppered with cherry, cola, cedar and menthol-like nuances.",,48,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Albino Rocca 2008 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-rocca-2008-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Albino Rocca 12,White,Greece,"Bright, lively and full of aromatic, floral flair, this balanced Sauv Blanc offers bright acidity with a curvier fruit, giving it versatility with fish, poultry and salads. Flirty and easygoing.",Domaine Hatzimichalis,30,90,Atalanti Valley,,,Hatzimichalis 2010 Domaine Hatzimichalis Sauvignon Blanc (Atalanti Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hatzimichalis-2010-domaine-sauvignon-blanc-atalanti-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Hatzimichalis 8,Dessert,US,"Made from the Scheurebe variety that Phelps has worked with for many years, this is an enormously sweet dessert wine. It tastes like apricot liqueur, tangerine jam and honeyed iced tea, with all kinds of spicy, buttery notes. Could be brisker in acidity, but it certainly flatters the sweet tooth.",Eisrebe,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2010 Eisrebe Scheurebe (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2010-eisrebe-other-white-scheurebe-napa-valley/,Scheurebe,2010,Joseph Phelps 13.7,White,US,"Another fine Sauvignon Blanc from Joseph Jewell. It's dry and crisp in acidity, offering classic Sauvignon flavors of citrus fruits, pears, lemongrass, minerals, spices, vanilla and toast, leading to a long, clean finish. A lovely cocktail wine, at a fair price.",Redwood Ranch,24,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Joseph Jewell 2009 Redwood Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-jewell-2009-redwood-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Joseph Jewell 13.6,White,US,"Well-crafted, and built upon solid, ripe, estate-grown fruit. Juicy stone fruits are lightly wrapped in buttery oak, filling the mouth and holding firm and balanced through a lingering and very pleasant finish.",,17,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Jones of Washington 2010 Chardonnay (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jones-washington-2010-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Chardonnay,2010,Jones of Washington 14.4,White,US,"Very rich and ripe, a modern style Chardonnay. It's well-oaked, showing aromas and flavors of buttered toast and vanilla cream, as well as fruitier notes of roasted pineapples, pears and oranges. Drink this flamboyant wine now.",Los Olivos Vineyard,36,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Maldonado 2008 Los Olivos Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maldonado-2008-los-olivos-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Maldonado 14.7,Red,US,"A lovely Pinot Noir that's rich and soft and drinkable now. It's a little heavier than Longoria's vineyard-designated Pinots, but less expensive, too, with flashy cherry, raspberry, cola and spice flavors, touched with oak.",Lovely Rita,32,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2009 Lovely Rita Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2009-lovely-rita-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Longoria 13.5,Red,France,"This wine has richness with some good, firm tannins and dark plum skin flavors. It shows good structure with a jammy, ripe element as well as attractive juiciness. Age for 3–4 years.",Les Petits Vougeot,88,90,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Roux Père et Fils 2007 Les Petits Vougeot (Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2007-petits-vougeot-pinot-noir-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2007,Roux Père et Fils ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Il Lauro is a soft, plush wine with chocolate and creamy vanilla overtones from the La Morra area of the Langhe. There's plenty of fruit here as well, mostly wild cherry and forest berry, with tight tannins and a sour note on the close. Drink after 2015.",Il Lauro,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rambaldi Vladimiro 2007 Il Lauro (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rambaldi-vladimiro-2007-il-lauro-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Rambaldi Vladimiro 14,Red,Chile,"Toasty, rich and spicy on the nose, with big black fruit aromas, a dusting of raw oak and smoked meat. It's full, round and lush in the mouth, with ripe flavors of blackberry and oak but nothing candied, faux or cheap tasting. Smooth, full and chocolaty on the finish; excellent overall for $11 Merlot.",La Joya Reserve,11,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2010 La Joya Reserve Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2010-joya-reserve-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2010,Viña Bisquertt 13,White,New Zealand,"Villa Maria's Wairau Reserve showcases the ripe tropical fruit associated with the “bony” soils of the Wairau Valley, alongside hints of pink grapefruit, currants and just a touch of leafy greens. It's medium bodied and slightly creamy in texture, further enhancing that impression of ripeness, although it's never heavy or fat.",Reserve,30,90,Wairau Valley,,,Villa Maria 2010 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Wairau Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2010-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-wairau-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Villa Maria 14,Red,New Zealand,"Still youthful and vibrant, the 2007 Taylors Pass Pinot Noir features full-on black cherry fruit, tinged with hints of herbs and licorice. It's a beefy, chunky Pinot that should age reasonably well; drink now–2018.",Taylors Pass Vineyard,44,90,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2007 Taylors Pass Vineyard Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2007-taylors-pass-vineyard-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2007,Villa Maria ,White,France,"Fat and textured wine, pushing towards the tropical fruit end of the spectrum, with sweetness, pineapple and ripe peach flavors. It does have a mineral edge, with butter and toast undertones.",Le Cailleret Premier Cru,200,90,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or 2009 Le Cailleret Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pousse-dor-2009-le-cailleret-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or ,Red,France,"Structured and dense, with layered tannins and an austere edge. At the same time, the fruit packs concentrated strawberry flavors, acidity and complexities from textured wood.",,76,90,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Dujac Fils & Pere 2009 Morey-Saint-Denis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dujac-fils-pere-2009-pinot-noir-morey-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dujac Fils & Pere ,Red,Italy,Smoky notes of mesquite and teriyaki are blended nicely with delicate berry notes and a drying mineral feel. This is a classic and subdued Nebbiolo that would pair with veal scallopini enhanced by a drop of truffle oil.,Arborina,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gianfranco Bovio 2007 Arborina (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianfranco-bovio-2007-arborina-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Gianfranco Bovio 13.5,White,France,"With its dry-laid stone walls that look like a dog's teeth, this strangely named vineyard has produced an almost mineral wine, although with rounded sweet fruits and well-integrated acidity. It will need time to develop its full weight.",Les Murgers des Dents de Chien,40,90,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Roux Père et Fils 2009 Les Murgers des Dents de Chien (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2009-murgers-dents-chien-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2009,Roux Père et Fils 14.5,Red,US,"Rich and ripe in fruit, this polished young Cabernet shows intense blackberry, cassis and sweet cedar flavors, wrapped into firm tannins. Flashy and opulent, it should provide good drinking over the next six years.",,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trailhead 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trailhead-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Trailhead ,Red,US,"The fruit has cool-climate flavors blending sweet herbs, grass and tart, wild, mountain fruit. It's been handled well, and offers texture and detail rather than pure power.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Snipes Mountain,Upland Estates 2008 Malbec (Snipes Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/upland-estates-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-snipes-mountain/,Malbec,2008,Upland Estates 14.5,Red,Italy,Some occasions call for a wine that shows the highest levels of quality but also has a touch of friendliness or informality that makes it more approachable. Barolo Vigneto Arborina is such a wine. It offers elegant Nebbiolo tones of red fruit and blue flower with oaky spice and smoke.,Vigneto Arborina,55,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mauro Veglio 2007 Vigneto Arborina (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-veglio-2007-vigneto-arborina-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Mauro Veglio ,Red,Italy,"Barbaresco Fratin opens with luscious aromas of sandalwood and Indian spice with fine, austere tannins later on the finish. There isn't too much fruit here, but what does come through are nuances of prune and cassis. Overall, the wine is very dry, tight and sharp.",Fratin,35,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Piazzo Armando 2008 Fratin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzo-armando-2008-fratin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Piazzo Armando 14,Red,Chile,"Stout and compact out of the blocks, with ripe cassis and berry aromas and only a pinch of herbal spiciness. It's creamy, big and warm in the mouth, with a ton of mocha, chocolate, cassis and blackberry. Intense and dark late, with a coconut sweetness to the finish.",Casillero del Diablo Reserva Privada,14,90,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2009 Casillero del Diablo Reserva Privada Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-casillero-diablo-reserva-privada-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2009,Concha y Toro 13.5,White,US,"Jeez Louise, this is good, ripe, rich Chardonnay from a big producer in the Livermore Valley, and an amazing deal. It starts with a Burgundian nose of slight oak and citrus, then dances with intense layers of pear, vanilla and caramel toffee, a healthy dose of defining minerality throughout.",Conservancy,15,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2009 Conservancy Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2009-conservancy-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Concannon ,Red,Italy,"Barbaresco I Patriarchi is an elegant, compact wine that opens with a pretty garnet color and direct aromas of spice, forest floor, fresh berry fruit and licorice powder. The wine shows great finesse and persistency with a welcoming blast of black pepper on the close.",I Patriarchi,,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Francone 2008 I Patriarchi (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francone-2008-i-patriarchi-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Francone 14.1,Red,Chile,"Firm, toasty aromas blend well with cherry and plum notes. The palate is healthy in feel, with good depth and balance. Tastes lightly herbal, but the heavy lifting is handled by black fruit and chocolate flavors. Peppery on the finish and very solid as a whole.",Casa,13,90,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2009 Casa Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2009-casa-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Lapostolle 14,Red,Italy,"You can't beat the energy and enthusiasm of the Rizzi winery in Barbaresco. This father and son team delivers a tight, clean and pristine expression of Nebbiolo with small berry notes enhanced by spice, cola and tar.",Nervo Fondetta,50,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rizzi 2006 Nervo Fondetta (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rizzi-2006-nervo-fondetta-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Rizzi 13.5,Red,US,"A lovely Cabernet, dry and rich in flavor, showing lots of class. It's certainly ripe, with blackberry and cherry flavors that veer into currants. There's also a minerally tang. The wine is immature now, with hard tannins. Think of it as a junior version of Ridge's Montebello bottling, not as long lived, but still deserving of 6–8 years in a cool cellar.",Estate,40,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ridge 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Ridge 11.7,White,US,"Estate-grown grapes yield a Germanic wine, with 11.7% alcohol and 2.4% residual sugar. Bracing and succulent, it mixes orange and Meyer lemon fruit with an underlying minerality. The light frame and sugar-acid tension create a lively and interesting dynamic.",,12,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Saint Laurent 2009 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-laurent-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Saint Laurent ,Red,Italy,"Josetta Saffirio's classic Barolo (from the Monforte d'Alba area of the Langhe) opens with enticing notes of chocolate, mocha and smoky pipe tobacco. There's a delicate touch of white mineral or chalk that gives the wine backbone and a drying feel on the close.",,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Josetta Saffirio 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josetta-saffirio-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Josetta Saffirio 14.2,Red,Croatia,"While bold and rich with a concentrated black fruit character, Korta Katarina's Plavac Mali is also wonderfully expressive with glimmers of rose petal, espresso and chocolate under a spray of raspberry perfume. Big, ripe tannins subside with aeration to a smooth, finely grained texture, finishing on a delicious black cherry and vanilla note.",,38,90,Peljesac,,,Korta Katarina 2006 Plavac Mali (Peljesac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korta-katarina-2006-other-red-plavac-mali-peljesac/,Plavac Mali,2006,Korta Katarina ,Red,Italy,"Here's a stylish and bold Barolo with big oak tones of spice, cinnamon and vanilla set across from fruity layers of cassis, raspberry and plum. The wine is clean, polished, with an elegant mouthfeel and very long persistency on the close.",Gramolere,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giovanni Manzone 2007 Gramolere (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanni-manzone-2007-gramolere-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giovanni Manzone ,Red,US,"This is really lovely. The aromas are true to the variety, elegant and floral, with an undertone of dusty cocoa. Flavors follow. In the mouth it tastes of raspberries and rose petals, with pretty chocolate milk flavors in the finish, which lingers gracefully, a very fine, though delicate, bottle.",,38,90,Washington,Washington Other,Puget Sound,Hollywood Hill 2009 Pinot Noir (Puget Sound),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollywood-hill-2009-pinot-noir-other-puget-sound/,Pinot Noir,2009,Hollywood Hill 14.6,Red,US,"A glamorous Syrah, rich and spicy, that feels lush and silky in the mouth. With a good hit of acidity for vitality, it shows spicy flavors of red berries, cola and bacon. The finish is especially nice, so clean, dry and savory. Drink now.",,32,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Elyse 2007 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2007,Elyse ,Red,Italy,"Riserva Monvigliero is a wine of lovely intensity and personality with a pretty array of spice, balsam, cola, violet, candied fruit, plum and cassis aromas. It offers traction and length thanks to the fine, streamlined nature of the mouthfeel.",Monvigliero Riserva,80,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Castello di Verduno 2005 Monvigliero Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-verduno-2005-monvigliero-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Castello di Verduno ,Red,Italy,"This Barbaresco with fruit sourced from the Gallina cru shows sweet vanilla and spice spread over tight fruit aromas of cassis and plum. The aromas are steady, well paced and do not present themselves in an overdone or exaggerated way. In fact, linear elegance and restraint are what set this wine apart.",Gallina,,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Castello di Neive 2008 Gallina (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-neive-2008-gallina-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Castello di Neive ,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Barolo shows surprising freshness and vibrancy thanks to the fine quality of its berry and cherry aromas. At the back are piquant layers of spice, menthol and black licorice. A soft touch of plush sweetness characterizes the finish.",Bricco Riund Riserva,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina del Monastero 2005 Bricco Riund Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-monastero-2005-bricco-riund-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Cascina del Monastero ,Red,Italy,"Barbaresco Noemy shows a deep stylistic difference over the past vintage. This edition of the Nebbiolo-based wine is much darker and more oak-driven with thicker concentration and evident renderings of exotic spice and toasted nut. Thanks to the pulp and natural staying power, this wine's aging future looks good.",Noemy,50,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Vigin 2008 Noemy (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigin-2008-noemy-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Vigin ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Le Coste Mosconi from Monforte d'Alba offers delicate aromas of dried flowers and lavender with bright cherry and wild berries at the back. The mouthfeel is plush and generous with a very fine texture and a smooth, velvety feel.",Le Coste Mosconi,95,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Parusso 2007 Le Coste Mosconi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parusso-2007-le-coste-mosconi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Parusso ,Red,France,"An elegant wine, marked by fresh black fruits under the tannins. It is also generous, offering richness and structure, the acidity rounded out by all the ripe fruit.",Chambertin Cuvée Héritiers Latour,279,92,Burgundy,Chambertin,,Louis Latour 2009 Chambertin Cuvée Héritiers Latour (Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-chambertin-cuvee-heritiers-pinot-noir-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2009,Louis Latour ,Red,France,"A voluptuous wine, very perfumed and ripe, full of strawberry fruits and sweetness, as if from crushed red berries. Delicious already, while it will age well over 5–6 years.",,118,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or 2009 Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pousse-dor-2009-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or ,Red,Italy,"This expression of Barolo from the Castiglione Falletto area of Piedmont delivers sweet spice notes of cinnamon and clove over a solid base of red fruit, cassis and dried berries. Lighter and more delicate tones of cola and licorice appear in the background and the wine is firm and polished in the mouth.",Castiglione Falletto,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Elio Filippino 2007 Castiglione Falletto (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elio-filippino-2007-castiglione-falletto-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Elio Filippino 14.8,Red,US,"A lovely Petite Sirah to drink with barbecue and roasts. Shows classic Petite personality, with dry, thick tannins and concentrated blackberry, blueberry and cassis flavors, with a peppery finish. Soft enough for opening now.",Estate,45,90,California,Napa,Calistoga,Envy 2008 Estate Petite Sirah (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2008-estate-petite-sirah-napa-calistoga/,Petite Sirah,2008,Envy 13.5,Red,Italy,"Gattinara (a pure expression of Nebbiolo) offers many of the aromatic characteristics one normally associates with Barbaresco and Barolo, two of Italy's greatest red wines. There are tones of small berry, cola, tar and licorice. The wine is tight and fresh overall and cleans the palate very well.",Riserva,59,90,Piedmont,Gattinara,,Travaglini 2004 Riserva (Gattinara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/travaglini-2004-riserva-nebbiolo-gattinara/,Nebbiolo,2004,Travaglini ,Red,US,"Mostly Syrah, the rest Merlot, this sports a chocolaty nose and peppery, pretty red fruits. The two grapes complement each other well, lending texture and balance to a quaffable red that overdelivers for the price.",Lucky Red,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Saint Laurent 2007 Lucky Red Syrah-Merlot (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-laurent-2007-lucky-red-red-blend-syrah-merlot-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah-Merlot,2007,Saint Laurent ,Red,Italy,"Prunotto's juicy Barbaresco offers loads of cherry and milk chocolate intensity with shadings of spice, cola and cedar wood on the finish. The wine's tannins are still very solid, so give it 5–10 more years of bottle aging to soften up.",,50,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Prunotto 2008 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-2008-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Prunotto ,Red,US,"Broad and fruity with a mix of purple and black berries and plums, softly toasty, and immediately approachable, it's a fine wine for near term drinking.",The One,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Reasons 2008 The One Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reasons-2008-one-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Reasons ,Red,Italy,Pretty oak tones of toasted nut and vanilla cream are evident without being overwhelming or exaggerated against the wine's fresh forest berry aromas. There are touches of bitterness and rawness at this young stage in the wine's life that will soften with time.,Froi,,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rivetti Massimo 2008 Froi (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetti-massimo-2008-froi-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Rivetti Massimo ,Red,Italy,"Representing a stylistic break from last vintage, this edition of Barolo Persiera offers more soapy, floral tones of violets and lavender followed by barrel aromas of moist earth and spice. The 2006 vintage seemed bolder and more extracted. This edition is also less intense, but more streamlined and focused on the close.",Persiera,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Josetta Saffirio 2007 Persiera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josetta-saffirio-2007-persiera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Josetta Saffirio 13.5,White,Croatia,"Intriguing on the nose with aromas of hazelnuts and smoke veiled in orange flowers, citrus rind and resin, this full-bodied white from the Pošip grape is deliciously multifaceted. Dry and savory on the palate, it's flecked with hints of fruit and spice—spiced poached pears and dried orange peels—and a lingering finish that ends on a rich nut skin and nut oil note.",,25,90,Korčula,,,Grgić Vina 2009 Posip (Korčula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgic-vina-2009-other-white-posip-korcula/,Posip,2009,Grgić Vina ,Red,Italy,"Here's a clean and compact Barbaresco with slight touches of toasted almond and milky chocolate over a base of fresh cherry and forest berry. In the mouth, you'll recognize flavors of Christmas spice, spearmint, crushed clove and cigar box.",,,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Battaglio 2008 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/battaglio-2008-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Battaglio 14.2,Red,Chile,"A small-production, artisan Syrah with a smoky, lush nose that unveils raisin and prune as it unfolds. The palate is saturated and jammy, with a layered, tannic mouthfeel and big berry, herb and oak flavors. Finishes with size, pepper and dark spice flavors. 250 cases made.",Block G+I,40,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Polkura 2007 Block G+I Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/polkura-2007-block-g-i-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2007,Polkura ,Red,France,"From vines around the winery of Pousse d'Or, this is ripe and generous, with fine tannins, hints of wood and extract as well as great red cherry acidity. For midterm aging.",Clos d'Audignac,146,92,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or 2009 Clos d'Audignac (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pousse-dor-2009-clos-daudignac-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Villa's entry-level Sauvignon Blanc is a reliable performer year after year, and the 2010 displays a robust blend of leafy-grassy notes with bold citrus flavors. Very refreshing.",Private Bin,15,89,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2010 Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2010-private-bin-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Villa Maria 14.8,Red,US,"An intriguing Syrah-Cab blend from a new, micro-producer in the Capay Valley, a farm region east of the Napa Valley where Laura Barrett, previously of Fisher Vineyards, is making the wines and Ursula Hermacinski, previously of Screaming Eagle, heads up sales and marketing. This first effort is rich and a touch wild, big and still tight, but full of savory sage and forest floor, as well as blackberry and vanilla. Huge potential here.",,35,89,California,Central Valley,Capay Valley,Casey Flat Ranch 2008 Red (Capay Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casey-flat-ranch-2008-red-central-valley-capay/,Red Blend,2008,Casey Flat Ranch 14.8,Red,US,"Lush and ripe, made in the modern California cult style of flamboyantly sweet blackberries, cassis and chocolate, soft tannins and immediate appeal. Defines richness and opulence, if not complexity. Drink now–2014.",,44,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sixteen by Twenty 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sixteen-by-twenty-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Sixteen by Twenty 14.2,Red,US,"Closed and tight upon opening, once this Barbera is given time to open it has great mouthfeel, subtle at first and then explosive on the midpalate with tart cherry and chocolate carrying through to the finish.",,24,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,C.G. di Arie 2008 Barbera (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cg-arie-2008-barbera-sierra-foothills/,Barbera,2008,C.G. di Arie 12,Sparkling,France,"Crisp sparkling Burgundy, laced with taut acidity and hints of nuts and toast. This is a wine under tension, with a strong mineral element, cool and fresh, best with food.",,25,89,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Simonnet-Febvre 2007 Crémant de Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2007-pinot-noir-cremant-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2007,Simonnet-Febvre ,Red,US,"Sappy and tart, with raspberry and cassis fruit concentrated within a shell of astringent tannins. Coffee and licorice highlights from the barrel aging bring added interest to the finish. Give this one plenty of breathing time.",Artist Series #8,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 2008 Artist Series #8 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2008-artist-series-8-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Soos Creek ,White,France,"An open wine, relatively light in character, with apple and grapefruit flavors laced with toast and some butter, and a taut final structure.",,65,88,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2009 Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Latour ,Red,US,"This unusual blend, all estate grown, is 70% Pinot Noir, 20% Regent, and 10% Agria. The Regent and Agria contribute color and tannin, black fruits and spices, but the elegance of the Pinot Noir remains. Nicely made, showing pretty black cherry fruit and just a hint of leather.",Joyeuse,34,88,Washington,Washington Other,Puget Sound,Hollywood Hill 2009 Joyeuse Red (Puget Sound),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollywood-hill-2009-joyeuse-red-other-puget-sound/,Red Blend,2009,Hollywood Hill ,White,US,"A bracing, mouth-cleansing style, 100% varietal. Ultracrisp fruit mixes apple, melon and cucumber, then fills out in the middle with pretty herb and grass. The wine resonates, refreshing and textural, begging for food, or at least another glass.",,13,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Boomtown 2010 Pinot Gris (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boomtown-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2010,Boomtown ,White,US,"All stainless fermented, mostly Chardonnay, this makes a serious play for a place on the $12 white wine shelf. Clean, crisp, stylish and focused, it brings green apple and melon fruit up against a firm border of skin tannins––citrus rind and such. Zippy and fresh.",White Blend,12,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Script & Seal 2009 White Blend White (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/script-seal-2009-white-blend-other/,White Blend,2009,Script & Seal 13,White,Chile,"Lime, fresh-cut grass, tangerine and other clean, pure aromas are the greeting. The palate is whimsical and offers good acidic cut; flavors of lime, green apple and chili peppers are correct and turn mildly pithy on the finish.",Made with Organically Grown Grapes,16,88,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2010 Made with Organically Grown Grapes Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2010-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,De Martino ,Red,Italy,"Roero San Francesco Riserva shows a soft, meaty style with succulent fruit tones and exotic spice. The mouthfeel is less generous than the nose. On the palate, the wine delivers a thin, drying and compact style with a pretty spice aftertaste.",San Francesco Riserva,,88,Piedmont,Roero,,Lorenzo Negro 2007 San Francesco Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorenzo-negro-2007-san-francesco-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Lorenzo Negro ,Red,Italy,"This expression of Nebbiolo from the celebrated Serragrilli cru is loaded tight with blue flower aromas, violets and soapy scented candle. The wine is tight, fresh and compact with the acidity and tannic structure you need to pair with red meat dishes. Drink after 2015.",Serragrilli,,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Bricco Grilli 2008 Serragrilli (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bricco-grilli-2008-serragrilli-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Bricco Grilli 13.3,White,US,"Zippy flavors of melon and new-mowed grass, nicely integrated and loaded with the sort of spicy herbs that might have come fresh from the garden. Note the relatively low alcohol, making this a perfect summer sipping wine.",Oriana,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Brian Carter 2009 Oriana White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2009-oriana-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,White Blend,2009,Brian Carter 15.9,Red,US,"A big wine in every sense of the word - 15.9% alcohol, a touch of residual sugar, all American oak - but a pleasing example of what big, old-vine Lodi Zinfandel fruit can be when it's made well. Definitely rich and thick, even bacony, the wine is still lush with soft tannins and lots of chocolate and cherry crammed between cardamom and black pepper spice. Let it air.",Old Vine Zinfandel,37,90,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Old Ghost 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/old-ghost-2008-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,Old Ghost 13,Red,Greece,"Strong, savory and a hint of wild on the palate, this red starts soft with blackberry, cedar, and raspberry aromas, but unfolds into spiced meat, pepper and leather on the palate. This wine has a diverse character, and is really appealing. Pair with grilled meats, Mediterranean cuisine.",Symbolo Grand Cuvee Unfiltered Red,55,88,Crete,,,Lyrarakis 2005 Symbolo Grand Cuvee Unfiltered Red Red (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lyrarakis-2005-symbolo-grand-cuvee-unfiltered-red-crete/,Cabernet Blend,2005,Lyrarakis 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a simple, fruit-forward Nebbiolo with ripe notes of strawberry and raspberry jam backed by light shadings of tobacco and spice. The wine shows bright acidity and clean, polished tannins.",Usignolo,27,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Cascina Bruciata 2008 Usignolo Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-bruciata-2008-usignolo-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2008,Cascina Bruciata ,Red,Italy,"Like most wines from Cascina Adelaide, the oak footprint is hard to ignore. Spicy notes of clove and black pepper are wrapped around bright, plump cherry aromas. The wine is soft, approachable and easygoing overall.",Jula,55,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Cascina Adelaide 2007 Jula Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-adelaide-2007-jula-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2007,Cascina Adelaide 14,Red,Italy,"Martinenga is one of the most celebrated vineyard crus for top-shelf Barbaresco and Marchesi di Gresy puts aside a section from this site to make this less formal expression of Nebbiolo. Approachable and bright, the wine shows bright berry and cooling cola aromas.",Martinenga,20,88,Piedmont,Langhe,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 2008 Martinenga Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-2008-martinenga-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2008,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 14.1,White,US,"Crafted from organically certified Roussanne and Viognier grapes grown both by Saracina and other Mendocino County vineyards, this Rhône-style white blend has an inviting nose of peach and jasmine with a good balance between richness and acidity, a nice mingling of flavors and strong finish. Would pair nicely with a range of summertime foods.",The Choir White Wine,20,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Atrea 2009 The Choir White Wine White (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atrea-2009-choir-white-wine-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Atrea 13.8,Red,US,"A delicious bottle, that starts with first-rate, estate-grown fruitó80% Merlot, 15% Syrah, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. Lots of pretty cherry fruit, wrapped in smooth, chocolaty tannins.",,8,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Stonecap 2009 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecap-2009-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2009,Stonecap 13.5,White,France,"The 2009 warmth shows in this rich wine, which tastes more southerly in character. But it has the proper mineral edge to it, with citrusy acids showing through on the finish.",Mont de Milieu Premier Cru,40,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2009 Mont de Milieu Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2009-mont-milieu-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Simonnet-Febvre 13,White,France,"A fine, steely wine, with bursts of acidity cutting through the green apple and citrus flavors. Very textured, mineral and with a fine linear character.",Elisabeth Hugary La Frérie,35,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Vins Auvigue 2009 Elisabeth Hugary La Frérie (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-auvigue-2009-elisabeth-hugary-frerie-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2009,Vins Auvigue 14.1,White,US,"Lots of modern, New World elaboration in this rich Chardonnay, with tropical fruit, pear, peach and apple jam flavors. Oak adds even richer notes of vanilla and buttered toast. The sweet finish is balanced by a scour of acidity and minerals.",,19,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Robert Mondavi 14,White,Slovenia,"Alluring on the nose with hints of apple blossoms, sweet pears and lemons against a backdrop of toast and smoke, this Slovenian Chard is effortlessly drinkable despite a hefty alcohol content. Luscious and full on the palate with rich apple flavors and an elegant astringency on the finish.",,17,88,Maribor,,,Sanctum 2009 Chardonnay (Maribor),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanctum-2009-chardonnay-maribor/,Chardonnay,2009,Sanctum ,Red,US,"An interesting wine blending old vine Sagemoor Cab with Red Mountain Cab and Walla Walla Merlot. The result is a mélange of spices, herbs, brambly berries and chewy tannins. There is a lot happening here, but (to quote Bob Dylan) “you don't know what it is...” This needs time to see if it will meld together.",,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tempus Cellars 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tempus-cellars-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Tempus Cellars 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Pinot Noir and other native grapes of Piedmont, Renoir opens with a dark, concentrated appearance and aromas of forest fruit, exotic spice and tobacco. Tight tannins and ripe fruit flavors mostly overshadow the delicate Burgundian grape.",Renoir,15,88,Piedmont,Langhe,,Serradenari 2007 Renoir Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serradenari-2007-renoir-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2007,Serradenari ,White,US,"Barrel fermented, with fine concentration, this toasty, vanilla-streaked Chardonnay links its apple and pear fruit to pastry flavors. Like taking a drink from a pear tart.",,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Saint Laurent 2008 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-laurent-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Saint Laurent 13.5,White,France,"Ripe and full bodied, with flavors of toast and white peach. It is round, smooth, with some buttery character and a juicy citrus flavor on the finish.",Les Cortons,48,88,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Roux Père et Fils 2009 Les Cortons (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2009-cortons-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2009,Roux Père et Fils 13,White,France,"Rounded, with a great dash of acidity, this lemon- and pineapple-flavored wine has a fine balance of acidity and ripe fruit. It benefited from the cool climate of Saint-Aubin in the warm 2009 conditions.",La Pucelle,30,88,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Roux Père et Fils 2009 La Pucelle (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2009-pucelle-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2009,Roux Père et Fils 13,White,New Zealand,"A medium-bodied, creamy-textured rendering of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, with notes of tropical fruit and clementines balanced by hints of struck flint and red bell pepper. Finishes soft and easy. Drink now.",,16,88,Marlborough,,,Wairau River 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wairau-river-2010-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Wairau River 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This plump, supple Syrah makes for easy drinking. Dark fruit flavors are dominant, persisting a good long time on the slightly dusty finish. Drink now–2015.",Gimblett Gravels,30,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Trinity Hill 2008 Gimblett Gravels Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinity-hill-2008-gimblett-gravels-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2008,Trinity Hill 14.4,Red,New Zealand,"Mountford's Liaison offers an introduction to winemaker C.P. Lin's Pinot Noir style, which emphasizes the grape's sensuous texture. Cherries, brown sugar and leather are all swathed in wisps of hickory smoke and wrapped in silky tannins. Drink now.",Liaison,33,88,Waipara,,,Mountford 2007 Liaison Pinot Noir (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountford-2007-liaison-pinot-noir-waipara/,Pinot Noir,2007,Mountford 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a bold and bright Barolo Riserva with the power, heft and alcohol to cut through succulent cuts of grilled sirloin steak. Aromas of cherry, vanilla and sweet spice color the background and the wine concludes with chewy, ripe tannins.",Vigna Rionda Riserva,140,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Massolino 2005 Vigna Rionda Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massolino-2005-vigna-rionda-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Massolino 13,Red,New Zealand,"Oyster Bay's Merlot is a classy drop at a reasonable price, displaying scents of mocha, dried herbs and black cherries and featuring an expansive, soft mouthfeel. Flavors of coffee, chocolate and crisp berries persist on the smooth finish. Drink now.",,15,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Oyster Bay 2009 Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oyster-bay-2009-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,2009,Oyster Bay 14,Red,Chile,"Rich and soupy smelling at first, then as it airs, cherry, leather and spice notes emerge. The palate is lush, deep and balanced, with blackberry and sweet plum flavors, finishing on a chocolate note.",Reserva,14,88,Maule Valley,,,Oveja Negra 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oveja-negra-2009-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2009,Oveja Negra 13.6,White,US,"Arroyo Seco whites always show brisk, clean acidity and dryness, and that's just what you'll find in this juicy wine. It has stimulating flavors of citrus fruits, minerals, vanilla and a pleasant tang of white pepper.",,16,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mercy 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercy-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Mercy 14.5,Red,US,"This tastes like pure varietal Cabernet; it's stiff and tightly wound, and the Horse Heaven Hills fruit has big, drying tannins. Give it some breathing time and it begins to broaden out, showing thin streaks of smoke and iron, along with brambly berry and cassis. This has the structure to age, and should develop further in the bottle over the near term.",,24,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mercer 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Mercer 14,Red,Italy,"Roero is a red, Nebbiolo-based wine from northern Italy that offers tight tannins and bright berry flavors. It's a less formal cousin to Barolo and Barbaresco that would pair with chicken, pork or veal. This wine offers cassis and cherry overtones.",,33,88,Piedmont,Roero,,Giacomo Vico 2007 Roero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2007-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giacomo Vico ,White,US,"Pine and herb and green apple scents introduce this sharply defined wine, with crisp acidity and bright fruit flavors. It's tight and juicy, an excellent companion to creamy dishes or soft cheeses.",Unoaked,19,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Cave B ,White,France,"A rare white from Fixin, in the north of the Côte de Nuits, this is ripe in character, very fruity and soft. There are touches of acidity as well as hints of lemon juice. The wine has final touches of wood spice and green pepper.",,37,88,Burgundy,Fixin,,Alex Gambal 2009 Fixin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alex-gambal-2009-chardonnay-fixin/,Chardonnay,2009,Alex Gambal ,Red,US,"Alder Ridge provides grapes to many of Washington's quality boutiques; this is their frontline estate Cabernet. It shows well in this sleek vintage. Firm and sculpted, with cassis and plum fruit flavors, wrapped in mineral-soaked earth and a finishing wash of coffee grounds. For all its complexity, it is a moderate wine with excellent balance.",,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alder Ridge 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alder-ridge-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Alder Ridge 13.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and minerally, with black fruits, char and power on the nose. The palate is fresh and grippy, with integrated cassis, berry and herb flavors. Dry and lightly herbal on the finish, which is long and solid. A very nice blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Cab Franc and Petit Verdot.",Red Wine,12,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Calcu 2008 Red Wine Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcu-2008-red-wine-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Calcu 12.7,White,US,"Just barely perceptible residual sugar, along with plenty of acidity, keeps this on the edge of dry. A pretty, floral nose introduces a palate with mango, peach and cinnamon-dusted pear fruit. Nicely balanced with good concentration and length.",Single Leaf,14,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buried Cane 2009 Single Leaf Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buried-cane-2009-single-leaf-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Buried Cane 13.5,Red,US,"Very little Petite Sirah is grown in Washington. This is a fascinating expression of the grape, dark and tannic, deeply flavored but not at all sweet or sappy. Underbrush, wild berries, moist earth and pencil lead flavors cascade through the mouth, with green-tinged tannins rolling through the finish. Complex and unique.",,26,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Animale 2008 Petite Sirah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/animale-2008-petite-sirah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Petite Sirah,2008,Animale 14.7,Red,US,"Sweet and jammy in blackberry, cherry and cola flavors, with a rich coating of oak, and soft, generous tannins. It's a glamorous Cabernet, not one for the cellar, but to drink now.",Estate,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Buehler 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buehler-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Buehler 13.8,Red,US,"Always a fine value, it's even better now with a price drop to $15. Ten different grapes are included, yet the wine has focus and style. Black fruits are wrapped in earthy, herbal tannins, with good length and grip. No reason this couldn't stand up to a grilled flank steak.",Abracadabra,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Brian Carter 2008 Abracadabra Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2008-abracadabra-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Brian Carter 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Pungent and nettle-like upfront, but those leafy elements are balanced by bright grapefruity flavors on the palate. It's medium in body and fresh, clean and appealing on the finish. Hard to do better at the price.",,13,88,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2010-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Brancott 12.5,Red,Greece,"Soft waves of cherry, plum, clove and tobacco on the nose and tongue highlight this red blend from Greece. Not overly complicated, it offers a friendly entrée into Greek reds.",Ampelou gis,15,88,Messinia,,,Konstantinos Winery 2008 Ampelou gis Red (Messinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/konstantinos-winery-2008-ampelou-gis-red-messinia/,Red Blend,2008,Konstantinos Winery 14.7,White,US,"Dark gold with a big, opulent nose, this is a rich, creamy, hedonistic Chardonnay from Lava Cap that stands up to its oaky style with, well, style. Lemon zest, toffee and even a whiff of charcuterie emanate from its big bones.",Reserve,18,88,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2009-reserve-chardonnay-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Chardonnay,2009,Lava Cap 13.6,White,US,"Just a hint of sweetness (residual sugar is under 1%) cuts through the biting acidity, creating a fine-tuned sense of balance and adding depth and body to the overall structure. Grapefruit, pear and nectarine flavors showcase the intense fruit character.",,12,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Jones of Washington 2010 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jones-washington-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2010,Jones of Washington 14,Red,Greece,"Currants, cherry and cocoa aromas give this Cabernet a luscious start. On the palate, a smoky wave of cherry, blackberry and cedar is both exotic and likeable. This is a tight wine but has appealing fruit accents.",Estate Hatzimichalis,20,88,Atalanti Valley,,,Hatzimichalis 2007 Estate Hatzimichalis Cabernet Sauvignon (Atalanti Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hatzimichalis-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-atalanti-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hatzimichalis ,Red,US,"A fruit-forward red, with round, clean, fresh, tasty cherry flavors driving the bus. Not a layered or complex wine, but lovely to sip. Balanced and forward, with sweet-tasting, pretty fruit flavors, hints of flower and citrus, and well-managed tannins.",Mélange Noir,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2008 Mélange Noir Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2008-melange-noir-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Waterbrook 13,Red,US,"An interesting interpretation of Sangiovese. It's dry and quite high in acidity, with a tart mouthfeel framing intense flavors of cherries, tobacco, red licorice and tingly pepperspice. The texture is as light and delicate as a Pinot Noir. Drink now.",Estate,40,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bella Luna 2009 Estate Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-luna-2009-estate-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sangiovese,2009,Bella Luna 14.1,Red,US,"This Rhône red puts lots of toasty goodness around light fruit from a blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre and Counoise grapes. Soft and generous, it starts with watermelon and ends with black cherries, all coated with mocha and cinnamon. What's not to like?",Heartwood,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buried Cane 2008 Heartwood Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buried-cane-2008-heartwood-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Buried Cane ,Red,US,"This is Merlot, with a little Cab Franc and Malbec in the blend; fragrant and soft, with incense and cinnamon in the nose and the mouth. The fruit is dark–– blackberry and black cherry––and the tannins lightly grainy. A nice toasty finish and a lick of espresso firm it up through the finish.",Bad Attitude Red,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Nodland 2008 Bad Attitude Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nodland-2008-bad-attitude-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Nodland 14,Red,Italy,"Of particular interest is the fullness and generosity of this lovely Barbaresco cru expression. Ripe red fruit and plum notes are backed by black olive, licorice powder and a tightly astringent finish. Age this wine 5–10 more years and pair it with game hen and black truffles.",Rabajà,116,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Giuseppe Cortese 2008 Rabajà (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-cortese-2008-rabaja-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Giuseppe Cortese ,Red,Italy,"From the Novello area of Barolo, this beautiful expression from Piedmont shows elegance, complexity and smoky aromas of cigar box, toasted almond and dried fruit. It offers a tight, focused finish that is driven forward by firm, drying tannins. Drink in five years or more.",,,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giribaldi 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giribaldi-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giribaldi 13.5,White,US,"Another rich Chardonnay from Fogdog, which has a great track record. Crisp in coastal acidity, it's enormously rich in pineapple, lime, buttered toast, crème brûlée and cinnamon spice flavors. Very elaborate and opulent, a wine to drink with lobster, scallops, grilled tuna.",,35,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fogdog 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fogdog-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Fogdog ,White,France,"Touched by wood, the wine has fine acidity with bright white fruits and hints of yellow fruits to go with the mineral character as well as the delicious grapefruit edge.",Clos de la Feguine,92,90,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2009 Clos de la Feguine (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2009-clos-feguine-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Jacques Prieur ,Red,France,"Combines velvety richness with a lightness of touch and ripe raspberry fruits. The wine is delicious, smooth, soft and opulent.",Clos de la Feguine,82,90,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2009 Clos de la Feguine (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2009-clos-feguine-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Jacques Prieur ,Red,France,"Firmly tannic and very ripe, with great acidity and firm dark plum and berry fruits. The wine's structure is dominant, promising long-term aging.",Les Jarollières,134,90,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or 2009 Les Jarollières (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pousse-dor-2009-jarollieres-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or 9,White,New Zealand,"Perenially one of Central Otago's finest Rieslings, Felton Road's 2010 is a lithe wine, light to medium in body, with sweet apple and pear notes balanced by crisp lemon and lime. It's sweet, without being a true dessert-style Riesling, probably best served on its own, with spicy Asian dishes or with mild cheeses.",Bannockburn,32,90,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2010 Bannockburn Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2010-bannockburn-riesling-central-otago/,Riesling,2010,Felton Road 13,White,Italy,"This is a lovely and extremely elegant Chardonnay that opens with a luminous golden color and bright aromas of yellow rose, vanilla and passion fruit. Pair this wine with lobster bisque or crab crakes.",,22,90,Piedmont,Langhe,,Giacomo Vico 2008 Chardonnay (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2008-chardonnay-langhe/,Chardonnay,2008,Giacomo Vico 14,Red,US,"So brisk in acidity, you can taste the ocean winds that chill this coastal vineyard at night. It's also extraordinarily ripe. Few Pinot Noirs get this fruity. Floods the mouth with the essence of raspberries and cherries. The acidity and a firm minerality give it much needed structure.",,55,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freestone 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freestone-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Freestone ,Red,Italy,"This is the kind of hearty Barolo you'll want to pair with pork medallions with truffle sauce or grilled lamb chops. The wine delivers the natural heft and density you need to pair with those savory dishes along with bright aromas of red cherry, toasted almond and smoked ham.",Acclivi,53,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Comm. G. B. Burlotto 2007 Acclivi (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comm-g-b-burlotto-2007-acclivi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Comm. G. B. Burlotto 14.5,Red,Italy,"From the tiny Cannubi Muscatel (adjacent to Cannubi), this bright Barolo shows sweet spice and berry aromas followed by ethereal tones of cola and cedar wood. The tannins are drying, polished and tight.",Cannubi Muscatel,54,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Bruciata 2006 Cannubi Muscatel (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-bruciata-2006-cannubi-muscatel-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cascina Bruciata 13.5,White,US,"So rich in flavor, you won't miss the absence of oak. The fruit carries the wine all by itself, offering waves of pineapples, limes, peaches, pears, apricots and vanilla bean. Zesty Central Coast acidity makes the mouthfeel crisp and brilliant.",Stainless Unoaked,18,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Chamisal Vineyards 2010 Stainless Unoaked Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chamisal-2010-stainless-unoaked-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Chamisal Vineyards ,Red,Italy,"With a little extra aging on it, this Riserva Barbaresco offers a full and generous mouthfeel and tight astringency with dark fruit, plum and spice aromas that give the wine heft and power on the delivery. At the back, earthy aromas of pipe tobacco or wild mushroom also appear.",Rabajà Riserva,70,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Castello di Verduno 2006 Rabajà Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-verduno-2006-rabaja-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Castello di Verduno 14.5,Red,Chile,"Full, floral, herbal and exuberant, with black fruit aromas and strong earthy, spicy notes. The palate is full, intense and balanced, with toasty, roasted flavors of blackberry, licorice and spiced fig. Saturated, lush and showing off the positives of Carmenère.",,19,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2009 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2009-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Arboleda ,White,France,"Initially soft, this wine's real mineral character only comes through slowly. The wine has richness and weight. Very textured, it could age well for 3–4 years.",,62,90,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Alex Gambal 2009 Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alex-gambal-2009-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Alex Gambal 12.9,White,US,"The kind of light drinking, balanced, crisp, clean white wine one could drink all day, made by the Cameron Hughes folks from Clarksburg-grown grapes, another testament to the appellation's ability to do nice things with Mediterranean whites. Juicy with sweet peach, lime and apple and a nose full of honeysuckle, it finishes easy.",Lot 240,11,90,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 240 Albariño (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-240-albarino-central-valley-clarksburg/,Albariño,2009,Cameron Hughes ,Red,Italy,"Barbaresco Valgrande is a traditional and streamlined expression of Nebbiolo with elegant tones of licorice, cola, humus, vanilla and spice that peek through a solid core of red cherry and raspberry. The wine is generous and soft in the mouth with a bright point of acidity at the end.",Valgrande,,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ca' del Baio 2008 Valgrande (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-baio-2008-valgrande-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Ca' del Baio 15.6,Red,US,"This is 100% Syrah is quite ripe, with alcohol at 15.6%; yet not over-ripe or raisiny. Rather, the fruit is like a blackberry compote, concentrated and bursting with the essence of berries and a pleasing pastry note. Along with the tangy acidity and earthy tannins, it makes for a complex and compelling Syrah.",,26,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Animale 2008 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/animale-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,Animale 13.6,Red,US,"This is Brian Carter's SuperTuscan blend––Sangiovese-dominated with 18% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11% Syrah. Stiff and unyielding when first opened, it rewards decanting with a broader expression of black, tarry fruits, black olives, coffee beans and dark chocolate.",Tuttorossso,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Brian Carter 2007 Tuttorossso Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2007-tuttorossso-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2007,Brian Carter 13.5,White,Greece,"This modern white starts with aromas of peach, lemon zest and tropical fruit, with a rich and rounded fruit palate. Crisp acidity finishes the wine cleanly. A versatile wine with wide appeal.",,20,88,Santorini,,,Boutari 2010 Assyrtico (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boutari-2010-greek-white-assyrtico-santorini/,Assyrtico,2010,Boutari 14,Red,New Zealand,"Reminiscent of a good Crozes-Hermitage, Paritua's '07 Syrah displays bold aromas of smoke, espresso, cracked pepper and blackberries. The fruit comes through bouncy and buoyant on the palate and juicy on the finish, making it easy to drink now and over the next few years.",,30,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Paritua 2007 Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paritua-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2007,Paritua 14.3,Red,US,"A lusty wine, rustic and mouth-filling. It's very ripe, showing berry and cherry flavors that veer into currants and raisins, but the finish is dry. With big, firm tannins and a peppery taste, this Zinfandel will be good with barbecue.",Hoenselaars Vineyard,40,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paradise Ridge 2007 Hoenselaars Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2007-hoenselaars-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Paradise Ridge 14.1,White,US,"Massively ripe fruit and brisk, zesty acidity are the hallmarks of this wine, which comes from the western benches of the Salinas Valley. It's enormous in tangerine fruit, with a firm minerality that comes from the big rocks that gird the soil. A friendly, impressive Chard to drink now.",Griva Vineyard,30,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mercy 2009 Griva Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercy-2009-griva-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2009,Mercy 13.9,White,US,"A price drop brings this delightful Chardonnay into value territory. With its lively mix of citrus and stone fruits, the suggestions of rock and white pepper, and the overall crisp attack, this is a summertime picnic wine. Drink it chilled, and it will go well with anything from egg salad to sliced turkey or ham.",,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mercer 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Mercer ,Rose,US,"This excellent rosé is one of a handful given extra bottle age before release, and it rewards that time with unusual flavors––rhubarb and strawberry, hints of banana and a touch of creamsicle in the fade. Not typical in any way, but tasty and full-bodied.",,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ardenvoir 2009 Rosé (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ardenvoir-2009-rose-columbia-valley-wa/,Rosé,2009,Ardenvoir 14.9,Red,US,"A lovely, easy-to-like Bordeaux blend that stands proud next to Napa wines far more expensive. It's rich and sweet in raspberries, cherries and blackberries, with a smoky coat of oak. Drink now.",Philosopher's Blend Reserve Red,25,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Aquinas 2007 Philosopher's Blend Reserve Red Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aquinas-2007-philosophers-blend-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Aquinas ,Red,France,"Soft fruit, with a tannic hint underneath. The wine is supported at this stage by wood, while the fruit has strawberry jam sweetness. The acidity and structure really only come through at the end.",En Chevret,65,88,Burgundy,Volnay,,Alex Gambal 2009 En Chevret (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alex-gambal-2009-en-chevret-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2009,Alex Gambal 14.9,Dessert,Croatia,"The rose petal aromas on this heady, ruby-hued dessert Muškat Ruža, or Muscat Rosé wine, are so pronounced, it's almost overwhelming, but provide a rare and intriguing experience nonetheless. Semisweet in style, the wine is rich and full bodied, dripping with rose petal jam, black cherry pie filling and a musky, dusty rose perfume that trails from start to finish.",Muškat Ruža,15,88,Istria,,,Agrolaguna 2009 Muškat Ruža Muscat (Istria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agrolaguna-2009-muskat-ruza-muscat-istria/,Muscat,2009,Agrolaguna ,Red,Italy,"There's a sharp, hard edge to this Barbaresco that makes it a good candidate for succulent meat dishes with cream sauce. But this wine also delivers an immediate, upfront style that makes it more approachable than most.",Sanadaive,,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Adriano Marco & Vittorio 2008 Sanadaive (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adriano-marco-vittorio-2008-sanadaive-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Adriano Marco & Vittorio 13.5,White,US,"The best Chardonnay from this brand so far. With crisp, clean acidity, it shows rich layers of tropical fruits and pears, with a stony minerality. Tastes fat and sweet in the middle, but finishes dry and zesty.",Highland Series,13,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Fog Head 2009 Highland Series Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-head-2009-highland-series-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2009,Fog Head 13,White,France,"Drouhin has a great ability to capture a village style, and this Meursault, with its soft ripe fruits, is no exception. It does have some of the tang and mineral character of 2008, while still managing to have a touch of butter and creamed apple.",,44,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Joseph Drouhin 13.9,White,US,"Good fruit from the expansive estate vineyards is the story here. The wine is solid, straight-ahead, with plenty of citrus and melon and peach-powered flavor. Big and round and tasty, with a lick of toast in the back of the throat.",,17,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Jones of Washington 2010 Viognier (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jones-washington-2010-viognier-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Viognier,2010,Jones of Washington 14.5,Red,US,"Hard in tanins and earthy, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah is a little rustic, but it shows a certain elegance, and there's a nice core of blackberries, cherries, tobacco and savory spices. A wine to watch in future vintages.",Proprietary,36,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Maldonado 2008 Proprietary Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maldonado-2008-proprietary-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Maldonado 14.3,Red,US,"Sweetly fruity and minty, with candied flavors of raspberries, cherries, Dr. Pepper cola and spices. There's something so sweetly decadent, it tastes like white chocolate. But the acidity is brisk, and the wine is dry. Drink now.",,39,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacPhail 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,MacPhail 13.2,Red,US,"Dornfelder is a red grape variety grown in Germany. This blend is very much like a cool climate Pinot Noir. It's soft and light in texture and low in alcohol, with complex cherry, leather, tobacco and spice flavors. Drink it now.",Hammerklavier McIntyre Vineyard Pinot Noir-Dornfelder,28,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Ludwig 2009 Hammerklavier McIntyre Vineyard Pinot Noir-Dornfelder Red (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ludwig-2009-hammerklavier-mcintyre-vineyard-pinot-noir-dornfelder-red-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Red Blend,2009,Ludwig ,Red,France,"Soft and rich, typical of the vintage. There is an attractive sweetness of crushed red fruits to go with the acidity. At the same time, there is the structure for medium-term aging.",Vignes Franches Premier Cru,65,88,Burgundy,Beaune,,Louis Latour 2009 Vignes Franches Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-vignes-franches-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2009,Louis Latour 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Brut sparkling blend offers a clean, luminous color and pretty aromas of stone and passion fruits, toasted nut and a subtle touch of grated clove, enlivened by pronounced acidity. The dry finish is characterized by a bitter almond note.",Brut,29,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Lantieri de Paratico NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantieri-de-paratico-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-139467/,Sparkling Blend,,Lantieri de Paratico ,Red,US,"Complex aromas open into detailed black fruits, with broad streaks of coffee and accents of iron. The fruit fades into some fairly thick tannins, suggesting that a juicy steak would be the right companion for this sturdy wine.",,31,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Saint Laurent 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-laurent-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Saint Laurent ,Red,US,"A good reflection of the vintage, this is meaty and concentrated, with dark purple fruits swathed in cinnamon, coffee and dark chocolate. Tasted more than four years after the vintage, it was still youthful and fresh, with a hard tannic shell.",,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Saint Laurent 2006 Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-laurent-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2006,Saint Laurent 13.5,Red,France,"A very structured wine that seems ready for aging. Its tannins are still firmly present, lying over the dark black fruit. Acidity gives the wine a rich, juicy finish.",Les Valozières,64,88,Burgundy,Aloxe-Corton,,Roux Père et Fils 2007 Les Valozières (Aloxe-Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2007-valozieres-pinot-noir-aloxe-corton/,Pinot Noir,2007,Roux Père et Fils 15.5,Red,US,"With inviting Dr. Pepper-like aromas, this Terra d'Oro Deaver Vineyard wine is structured like a building, with lots of savory layers over sweet. It's big alcohol-content wise at 15.5% but is a good example of Deaver's intriguing blend of power and finesse.",Deaver Vineyard,30,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Terra d'Oro 2007 Deaver Vineyard Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-doro-2007-deaver-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Terra d'Oro 13.5,White,US,"Crisp, zingy acidity and dryness make this wine instantly appealing. It's so bright and clean, but quite rich in peach, pear, lime and lemongrass flavors. A great cocktail sipper, or with Asian food.",,17,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Stickybeak 2009 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stickybeak-2009-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Stickybeak 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a cheerful but simple expression of Nebbiolo that opens with aromas of leather, dried fruit, earth and crushed white pepper. The tannins are smooth, fine and silky.",,29,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Rocca Felice 2008 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-felice-2008-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Rocca Felice 14.2,Red,US,"A little one-dimensional, but it's a very clean, elegant wine, with drily subtle cherry, Dr. Pepper cola and sandalwood flavors. Nicely tannic, with a cherryskin bitterness. Drink it now.",Yellow,44,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Roadhouse Winery 2009 Yellow Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roadhouse-winery-2009-yellow-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Roadhouse Winery ,White,US,"Harvested at high sugar, but set against very tart acidity. It's a sharply defined wine, with a sugary finish. Good concentration, with a sugar-acid balance and dense phenolics, but not knit together. The components all stick out.",The Lyricist,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Rasa 2010 The Lyricist Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rasa-2010-lyricist-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Rasa 13.8,White,US,"Austere in aromatics, this lightly colored, almost-clear Fumé Blanc is rich in texture and acidity, would pair well with a range of seafood and is very good for the price.",,16,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Vista 2010 Fumé Blanc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-vista-2010-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sierra-foothills/,Fumé Blanc,2010,Sierra Vista 13.5,Red,Italy,"Albarossa (a genetic cross between Nebbiolo and Barbera) deserves more attention thanks to the plump, crisp, food-friendly nature of the wines it produces. Aromas here include espresso bean, black cherry, mocha and warm earthy tones.",La Lus,30,88,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Vigne Regali 2007 La Lus Albarossa (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigne-regali-2007-lus-italian-red-albarossa-monferrato/,Albarossa,2007,Vigne Regali 12,Red,Greece,"This fun, fresh Xinomavro from Greece maintains poise between easygoing red fruit and a more serious, spicy backbone. Red cherry, strawberry, leather and pepper lead. A great everyday red with some exotic character.",Makedonikos Red Semi-Dry Wine,11,88,Macedonia,,,Vaeni NV Makedonikos Red Semi-Dry Wine Red (Macedonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaeni-nv-makedonikos-red-semi-dry-wine-macedonia/,Red Blend,,Vaeni 13.5,Red,Chile,"Opens with hard, tight, rubbery aromas of black cherry and blackberry. The palate is deep and tannic, with a vise-like grip and dark, herbal flavors of cassis, plum and berry. The finish, not surprisingly, maintains the wine's dark, rubbery, pushy character.",T.H. Alto Maipo,29,88,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2008 T.H. Alto Maipo Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2008-th-alto-maipo-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Undurraga ,Red,US,"Primarily Syrah, this was barrel aged in 40% new French and American oak––surprising at this price. Complex and layered, with dark berries, licorice, coffee liqueur and roasted meat. Though lighter than many Washington Syrahs, at less than half the price it captures the essence of the grape, with a citrusy finish.",Red Blend,13,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Script & Seal 2008 Red Blend Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/script-seal-2008-red-blend-other/,Red Blend,2008,Script & Seal 13.5,Red,Chile,"Dry, spicy and floral smelling, with modest herbal accents. The palate is saturated and fairly rich, with good texture and broad, satisfying flavors of berry and plum. Sturdy, consistent and fresh, with easy drinkability.",Reserva,9,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2010 Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2010-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2010,Santa Alicia 14.5,Red,US,"Front-loaded with savory raspberry, cherry, blueberry and currant flavors that taste freshly picked right out of the summer woods. It's spicy and tannic, asking for a good char-broiled steak to play with.",Dutton Ranch Stoetz Ridge Vineyard,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2009 Dutton Ranch Stoetz Ridge Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2009-ranch-stoetz-ridge-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Dutton-Goldfield 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A terrific value in Pinot Noir, Clifford Bay's 2009 offers hints of underbrush and mushroom alongside ample cherry fruit and berry tea shadings on the finish. The combination of moderate complexity, good length and silky tannins are unusual for a Pinot of this price. Drink now.",,15,88,Marlborough,,,Clifford Bay Estate 2009 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clifford-bay-estate-2009-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2009,Clifford Bay Estate 14,White,New Zealand,"Dry River's 2009 Gewürztraminer is a lush, off-dry rendering of the variety, with notes of superripe melon and pear accented by hints of peppery-gingery spice. Approachable now.",Lovat Vineyard,45,88,Martinborough,,,Dry River 2009 Lovat Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-river-2009-lovat-vineyard-gewurztraminer-martinborough/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Dry River 15,Red,Greece,"The nose on this layered Merlot offers dark cherry, cocoa and spice aromas. Cedar, cigarbox, cherry and chocolate on the palate are balanced with a clean, chalky mouthfeel. The wine can age but has appeal now, and a serious focus.",Château Julia,26,88,Drama,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2008 Château Julia Merlot (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2008-chateau-julia-merlot-drama/,Merlot,2008,Domaine Costa Lazaridi ,Red,Italy,"Medium intensity and body characterize this Riserva Barolo. The wine does come forth with spicy notes of mature fruit, cinnamon, clove and nutmeg and there are delicate layers of cola and black licorice at the back. It's smooth, bright and silky on the close.",Gramolere Riserva,,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giovanni Manzone 2005 Gramolere Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanni-manzone-2005-gramolere-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Giovanni Manzone 15.5,Dessert,Italy,"This distinctive dessert wine opens with a burgundy brick color and offers intense aromas of maraschino cherry, dried prune, toasted hazelnut and chocolate-encased almonds. The long finish is carried forth by fresh acidity, a touch of bitterness and a long endnote of mature berry.",500ml,62,88,Lombardy,Moscato di Scanzo,,Fejoia 2007 500ml (Moscato di Scanzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fejoia-2007-500ml-muscat-moscato-scanzo-moscato-scanzo/,Moscato di Scanzo,2007,Fejoia 14.5,Red,Italy,"Not to be confused with Castello di Gabbiano (a wine estate in Tuscany), Piedmont's Castello di Gabiano delivers this top-shelf expression of Barbera with rich concentration and intense aromas of black cherry and toasted nut.",Adornes,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Castello di Gabiano 2007 Adornes (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabiano-2007-adornes-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Castello di Gabiano ,Red,Italy,"Vintner Gianmario Marchisio has crafted a complex and generous Roero Riserva with mature fruit tones that soften the blow of Nebbiolo's natural astringency. This is a streamlined, dry wine with a touch of menthol freshness on the close.",Montegalletto Riserva,,88,Piedmont,Roero,,Cascina del Pozzo 2007 Montegalletto Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-pozzo-2007-montegalletto-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina del Pozzo 13.5,Red,Italy,"Albarossa is a cross between two grape varieties, Barbera and Nebbiolo, that offers plump, fruity density and a smooth, soft close. Along the way are highlights of bright acidity and certain tannic firmness.",MonTald,,88,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Michele Chiarlo 2008 MonTald Albarossa (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2008-montald-italian-red-albarossa-monferrato/,Albarossa,2008,Michele Chiarlo 14,Red,Italy,"This is a toasty, oak-influcenced expression of Barbera with pretty notes of cherry and blackberry backed by soft vanilla and toasted almond. Pair this wine with roast chicken and potatoes with chopped rosemary.",Santa Rosalia,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Mauro Sebaste 2009 Santa Rosalia (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-2009-santa-rosalia-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2009,Mauro Sebaste 14.5,Red,Italy,This pretty vintage of Parigi (a pure expression of the noble Nebbiolo grape from northern Italy) offers well-balanced aromas of cherry and forest fruit against toasted almond and licorice. The tannins are silky and fine.,Parigi,,88,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Mauro Sebaste 2007 Parigi (Nebbiolo d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-2007-parigi-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2007,Mauro Sebaste ,White,US,"Viognier, Roussanne and Grüner Veltliner mix pleasantly in this newest edition of Syncline's popular Subduction white. Tasted shortly after bottling, it was delightful, though perhaps not yet at its peak. Spicy and aromatic, with melon, herb and lemongrass, and just a whiff of white pepper.",Subduction White,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syncline 2010 Subduction White White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2010-subduction-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2010,Syncline 13,White,US,"The perfect cocktail wine, dryish and acidic, yet enormously rich in tangerine, peach, lime and honey flavors. So easy to like by itself, yet will drink well with semisweet Chinese and Vietnamese fare.",,14,88,California,California Other,California,Pine Ridge 2010 Chenin Blanc-Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2010-white-blend-chenin-blanc-viognier-other/,Chenin Blanc-Viognier,2010,Pine Ridge 14,White,Chile,"For Chilean Riesling, this steps it up a notch. The nose hits with petrol and white fruits, while the palate is lightly spritzy and edgy, with sweet, tropical flavors that spread out over the palate. Pithy on the finish, but a good taste of South American Riesling.",Visión Block: Quiltramán,15,88,Bío Bío Valley,,,Cono Sur 2009 Visión Block: Quiltramán Riesling (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2009-vision-block-quiltraman-riesling-bio-bio-valley/,Riesling,2009,Cono Sur 14,Red,Italy,"You'll love the elegant packaging, seals and silk ribbons that adorn this festive red blend from Piedmont. Aromas of ripe fruit, spice, leather and dark chocolate are followed by tight, sweet tannins and a lean mouthfeel.",Trabuch,27,88,Piedmont,Langhe,,Salvano 2007 Trabuch Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvano-2007-trabuch-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2007,Salvano 14.5,Red,US,"A dusty, cinnamon-inflected Syrah bursting with blackberries. Persistent flavors play across the palate, with a streak of citrus showing the underlying acidity.",,23,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Saint Laurent 2007 Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-laurent-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2007,Saint Laurent 14.5,Red,US,"Made in the Phelps style, big, muscular and ripe, showing powerful blackberry, cherry, blueberry, licorice, spice and sweet oak flavors. It's slightly generic for Napa Cabernet, but showy and appealing. Drink now.",,56,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Joseph Phelps ,Red,US,"Elegant, aromatic, and expressive in the nose, this blossoms into a pleasing mix of berries, cherries, bark, spice and sassafras. Good acidity, with a lick of chocolate in the tannins and the finish. Though very light for Syrah, this has good balance and length.",,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Hollywood Hill 2008 Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollywood-hill-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2008,Hollywood Hill 13.5,Red,Italy,This elegant 50-50 blend of Barbera and Nebbiolo (a popular blending formula for many Langhe red wines) offers the pulpy fruit and acidity of Barbera set against the finesse and menthol-like intensity of Nebbiolo. It's a match made in heaven.,Montegrilli,31,88,Piedmont,Langhe,,Elvio Cogno 2008 Montegrilli Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elvio-cogno-2008-montegrilli-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2008,Elvio Cogno ,Red,Italy,"A few famous names have dipped into the Ovello cru for grapes and Cascina Morassino is part of that elite group. Facing the church steeple of Barbaresco, the vineyard delivers smoky notes of tar and asphalt backed by ripe fruit and cedar wood. There's a wild, messy character to this wine that is charming.",Ovello,44,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Morassino 2008 Ovello (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-morassino-2008-ovello-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Cascina Morassino 14,Red,Italy,Cascina La Ghersa offers a complete picture of the Barbera grape through its Vignassa line of wines. This successful vintage delivers mature aromas of cassis and blackberry backed by cola and spice.,Vignassa,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Cascina La Ghersa 2005 Vignassa (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ghersa-2005-vignassa-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2005,Cascina La Ghersa 14,Red,Italy,"Virna Borgogno presents a clean, elegant expression of Nebbiolo with sharp crispness and defined aromas of forest berry, cola and Spanish cedar. You'll like the linear, direct approach of this red wine from northern Italy.",,,88,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Virna Borgogno 2008 Nebbiolo d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virna-borgogno-2008-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2008,Virna Borgogno 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark fruit aromas lead a rustic, earthy, smoky bouquet towards a crisp, healthy palate with ample oak that creates a buttery taste to accent dry berry flavors, a light herbal character and pepper. Fresh, solid and well oaked.",Ecos de Rulo,18,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2008 Ecos de Rulo Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2008-ecos-rulo-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2008,Viña Bisquertt ,Red,US,"Tight and reductive when first opened, with a mix of strawberry and raspberry fruit, and a hint of rubber ball. Let this one breathe! It's well-built, the fruit nicely matched to the French oak (two thirds new), and still a baby.",,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2007 Barbera (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2007-barbera-columbia-valley-wa/,Barbera,2007,Forgeron ,Red,France,"Produced from young vines, this fresh, fruity wine offers immediate pleasure, with red berries and sweet fruit flavors over a spicy layer of wood and a soft, generous texture.",Santenots,128,88,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2009 Santenots (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2009-santenots-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Jacques Prieur 14.5,Dessert,Greece,"An upright burst of cedar, menthol and molasses on the nose gives this dessert wine a serious edge. On the palate, cinnamon, cigarbox and cedar offer spicy, masculine character. Toasted nut adds to the mix. An intriguing sip.",Methyse,30,88,Mavrodaphne de Cephalonie,,,Domaine Foivos 2004 Methyse (Mavrodaphne de Cephalonie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-foivos-2004-methyse-greek-red-mavrodaphne-mavrodaphne-cephalonie/,Mavrodaphne,2004,Domaine Foivos 13,White,France,"Gently soft and ripe, full of creamed pear and red apple flavors. There is a touch of structure as well to give an edge to it, leaving a warm glow of rich fruit on the finish.",Les Buis,,88,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine de la Croix Senaillet 2009 Les Buis (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-croix-senaillet-2009-buis-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine de la Croix Senaillet 14,Red,Italy,"This lighthearted and fragrant expression of Nebbiolo opens with playful notes of cherry cola, blueberry and dusty mineral that give the wine backbone and staying power. Pair it with lamb or pork chops.",,30,88,Piedmont,Langhe,,Attilio Ghisolfi 2007 Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/attilio-ghisolfi-2007-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2007,Attilio Ghisolfi 14,Red,Italy,"Barbera is among the most food-friendly wines from one of the most unabashedly food-friendly countries on earth. This expression is elaborate and bright with plump fullness wrapped around a crisp, refreshing close.",Maggiora,25,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Attilio Ghisolfi 2006 Maggiora (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/attilio-ghisolfi-2006-maggiora-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Attilio Ghisolfi 14.5,Red,Italy,"Sforzato is a unique Italian wine made with the same appassimento process used in Amarone. Grapes are air-dried before vinification for extra power, concentration and intensity. This expression shows tertiary aromas of old leather, dried tobacco, prune and black licorice. Drink now.",Terra di Vigne Tinaia,48,88,Lombardy,Sforzato di Valtellina,,Cantina di Villa 2005 Terra di Vigne Tinaia (Sforzato di Valtellina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-villa-2005-terra-vigne-tinaia-nebbiolo-sforzato-valtellina/,Nebbiolo,2005,Cantina di Villa ,Red,Italy,"Despite its obvious pedigree (Cannubi may be Barolo's most famous cru site), this Riserva lacks some of the depth and complexity you can expect from this vineyard. The 2005 vintage has pushed up the alcohol, but otherwise the wine is marked by berry, violet and cola aromas.",Cannubi Riserva,,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 2005 Cannubi Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgogno-flli-serio-e-battista-2005-cannubi-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Borgogno F.lli Serio e Battista 14.5,Red,Italy,"Inky and dense, this bright Barbera d'Asti offers an impressive bouquet of sweet cherry, cinnamon and spicy clove. There's a chewy, succulent quality to this wine that is followed by cleansing acidity and a pretty menthol close.",Carlotta,,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Arbiola 2008 Carlotta (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbiola-2008-carlotta-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Arbiola 13.5,Red,Chile,"Alive and healthy, with floral, red berry and spice aromas. It has a structured feel and more than solid raspberry, plum, vanilla and spiced flavors. Turns darker and more chocolaty on the finish. Offers good fruit, oak and lots of herbs and spice.",Indo,11,88,Cachapoal Valley,,,Anakena 2009 Indo Carmenère (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakena-2009-indo-carmenere-cachapoal-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Anakena 13,White,US,"Milla Handley is attempting to make an Alsatian-style wine that is indeed austere, with an almost almond-butter and earthy, mushroom nose that's well balanced between acidity and tropical sweetness and finishes smooth. A suggested pairing with sushi is right on.",,18,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Handley 2008 Riesling (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2008-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Riesling,2008,Handley 13.5,Red,US,"A very good Pinot Noir out of Potter Valley, one of inland Mendocino's cooler spots, made by Kenny Likitprakong, who also makes the Hobo and Banyan wines. This cinnamon and red cherry-tinged Pinot opens up with aplomb, getting more and more Burgundian in nose as it goes and at 13.5% alcohol, will get you pleasantly through a meal.",The Crooner,28,88,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,Folk Machine 2009 The Crooner Pinot Noir (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folk-machine-2009-crooner-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Folk Machine 14,Red,Italy,"A creative blend of Rebo, Barbera and Cabernet Sauvignon (that sees 24 months in French oak), Sedescoi delivers power and heavy concentration with lingering notes of red licorice, black pepper, cassis syrup and dark leather. There's firmness to the tannins followed by a bitter chocolate aftertaste.",Sedescoi,31,88,,Benaco Bresciano,,Averoldi Francesco 2006 Sedescoi Red (Benaco Bresciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/averoldi-francesco-2006-sedescoi-red-benaco-bresciano/,Red Blend,2006,Averoldi Francesco 14.1,Red,US,"This is all Cab Franc, aged in neutral barrels, and as pure an expression of the grape as it is made and grown in Washington as you will find. It has much of the herbal astringency of Carmenère, and could easily pass for a Chilean bottling of that grape.",,24,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Animale 2008 Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/animale-2008-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Animale ,Red,Italy,"This Roero Riserva shows tertiary aromas of candied fruit and crushed licorice that show the aging process, and some slight oxidation, has started. Drying notes of tobacco and herbs appear on the tight close. Drink now.",Sudisfà Riserva,,88,Piedmont,Roero,,Angelo Negro & Figli 2007 Sudisfà Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angelo-negro-figli-2007-sudisfa-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Angelo Negro & Figli 12,White,US,"A big step up for this winery's Gewürztraminer, this off-dry style puts the emphasis on a flavor mix of sweet tea, Meyer lemon, orange candy and a hint of granular sugar. Tasty and full-bodied, with balancing acids.",,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2009 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2009-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Cave B ,Red,Italy,"This Nebbiolo definitely opens with playful hints of over-ripeness with strawberry, blackberry and Indian spice. That added softness and extra pulp really helps to balance out the variety's natural astringency.",,60,88,Piedmont,Roero,,Cascina Val del Prete 2008 Roero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-val-prete-2008-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2008,Cascina Val del Prete ,Red,Italy,"Cascina delle Rose hits a near home run with its Tre Stelle Barbaresco. This is a traditional and streamlined wine that is accented by white pepper, leather and cured bresaola. What we want more of at this young stage in the wine's life is freshness of fruit.",Tre Stelle,58,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina delle Rose 2008 Tre Stelle (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-delle-rose-2008-tre-stelle-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Cascina delle Rose ,Red,Italy,"Here is a tight, traditional expression of Nebbiolo with a streamlined mouthfeel that is peppered with ripe fruit, licorice and root beer aromas. There's a note of bitterness and astringency on the close that will soften with time. Drink after 2018.",,,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Villadoria 2008 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villadoria-2008-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Villadoria 13,Red,Croatia,"Juicy red plums and cherries, vanilla and smoke are pleasant on the nose and palate of this Bordeaux-style red from Istria, but gain freshness and verve from layers of bramble, menthol and fresh herbs. Full bodied with exceptionally integrated tannins that are soft and round, it's a big surprise at $13.",De Mar Cuvée Zenon,13,88,Istria,,,Istravino 2008 De Mar Cuvée Zenon Red (Istria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/istravino-2008-mar-cuvee-zenon-red-istria/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Istravino ,Red,Italy,"Like many Roero wines this vintage, the winning key here is a balance between ripe fruit aromas and a tightly structured consistency. The wine's power and body is rendered more approachable thanks to careful oak softness.",Bric Valdiana,,88,Piedmont,Roero,,Giovanni Almondo 2008 Bric Valdiana (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovanni-almondo-2008-bric-valdiana-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2008,Giovanni Almondo ,Red,Italy,"There are two sides to Barolo Arione. On the one side is the wine's dark color, thick concentration and vibrant cherry aromas. On the other side is the mouthfeel that is thin, compact and extremely focused. The sharp, defined nature of this wine gives it enormous food pairing potential.",Arione,48,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Gigi Rosso 2007 Arione (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gigi-rosso-2007-arione-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Gigi Rosso 14.7,Red,US,"A bit sharp, but polished and supple, with good varietal flavors of blackberries, currants, tobacco and a hint of heady crême de cassis liqueur. Seems at its best now, so drink up.",,24,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Goyette 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goyette-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Goyette ,Red,Italy,"Earthy notes of white mushroom, shaved truffle or oak barrel open the nose of this Riserva Barbaresco and are soon followed by toasted hazelnuts and dark chocolate. The fruit element is minimal but the wine shows nice tightness and firmness on the finish.",Riserva,,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Fratelli Casetta 2006 Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-casetta-2006-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Fratelli Casetta 14.3,Red,US,"Mostly Merlot, with a balancing Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a soft, gentle wine, a little simple, but rich and satisfying. And at this price, a bargain for a full-bodied, Bordeaux-style wine.",Crazy Creek Estate,14,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Fidelity 2009 Crazy Creek Estate Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelity-2009-crazy-creek-estate-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Fidelity 14.1,White,US,"This Livermore-based producer continues to impress with a range of Spanish, Italian and Portuguese whites. This Verdelho no exception, a grape that in Europe makes its way into Madeira. This Lodi-sourced version is a rich white with layers of texture on the diesel, flint and gravelly side of things with plenty of acidity, kiwi notes and a long finish.",Silvaspoons Vineyard,15,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fenestra 2009 Silvaspoons Vineyard Verdelho (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2009-silvaspoons-vineyard-spanish-white-verdelho-central-valley-lodi/,Verdelho,2009,Fenestra 13.9,Red,US,"An easy-drinking Livermore Cabernet with forward fruit notes of raspberry, black cherry and clove that's elegant, light and balanced.",Thatcher Bay Vineyard,24,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2006 Thatcher Bay Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2006-thatcher-bay-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-livermore-valley-133403/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Fenestra ,Red,US,"This single -vineyard Syrah, from an AVA known for doing especially well with that grape, has a lightly meaty varietal character with accents of earth and tobacco. The core of cherry fruit holds up through a medium-length finish.",Terroir Series Fries Vineyard,,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Hogue 2007 Terroir Series Fries Vineyard Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2007-terroir-series-fries-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2007,Hogue 13.5,Red,Greece,"This wine has a floral tone in the aroma that is quite lovely, along with strawberry, spice and pepper tones. On the palate, savory waves of spiced meat, balsamic and spice are rounded out by plum and cherry fruit.",Domaine Hatzimichalis,50,88,Atalanti Valley,,,Hatzimichalis 2005 Domaine Hatzimichalis Merlot (Atalanti Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hatzimichalis-2005-domaine-merlot-atalanti-valley/,Merlot,2005,Hatzimichalis 14,Red,Italy,Barolos from the 2005 vintage will be ready to drink soon (in 2–3 more years) and this expression shows the ripeness and overall softness associated with the vintage. Black cherry and cassis aromas are enhanced by licorice and smoky tar.,,46,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pelassa 2005 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pelassa-2005-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Pelassa 14.8,Red,US,"A nicely balanced Pinot Noir from an unlikely spot––Portola Valley, on the western side of Highway 280 across from Stanford University––and a newish small producer. It's on the bigger side of the Pinot spectrum but has admirable texture and cherry and earth aromas. Only 130 cases made. Worth trying to see what unconventional areas can do with the variety.",Estate,38,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara Valley,Portola Vineyards 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Clara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portola-2008-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-clara-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Portola Vineyards 13.5,Red,Italy,"Tre Roveri is a bright and compelling Barbera with a subtle veil of spice and toasted nut that sits over a bright base of berry fruit. The wine finishes with a drying, silky mouthfeel. Imported by Grape Expectations (CA).",Tre Roveri,30,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Pico Maccario 2008 Tre Roveri (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pico-maccario-2008-tre-roveri-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2008,Pico Maccario 14,Red,Italy,"There's a plump, meaty note to the bouquet of this darkly concentrated Barbera d'Alba Superiore that helps usher forth mature aromas of prune, black cherry and moist pipe tobacco. Those ripe fruit tones help dampen the grape's natural acidity.",,20,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Negretti 2008 Barbera d'Alba Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/negretti-2008-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2008,Negretti ,Red,Italy,"A Riserva Barbaresco from the Casot cru, this pretty wine delivers dark wood and toasted nut along with earthy aromas of porcini mushroom and old leather. There's an aged quality to the fruit as well that appears as cassis syrup and dried prune.",Casot Riserva,,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Nada Giuseppe 2006 Casot Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nada-giuseppe-2006-casot-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Nada Giuseppe 12.5,White,US,"For anyone who wants to walk the walk of low-alcohol wines, this is a place to start, a 12.5% alcohol blend of Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Muscat Canelli, Gewürztraminer and Orange Muscat all grown in the Livermore Valley. This wine has inviting notes of toffee, vanilla and caramel and will make a welcome companion at any backyard barbecue or casual dinner party.",The Whip,19,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Murrieta's Well 2009 The Whip White (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murrietas-well-2009-whip-white-central-coast-livermore-valley/,White Blend,2009,Murrieta's Well 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Like many Marlborough Sauvignon Blancs, this one starts off leafy and pungent, then develops greater depth of white nectarine and grapefruit on the palate. It's plump, medium-bodied and slightly creamy in texture, making it an attractively versatile option.",,16,88,Marlborough,,,Drylands 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drylands-2010-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Drylands ,White,France,"Ripe, tropical-fruited wine, with apricot and peach and layers of toasty wood. The wine is fresh, finely balanced, finishing with a citrus hint.",Les Cras,115,88,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Domaine Bertagna 2008 Les Cras (Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2008-cras-chardonnay-vougeot/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Bertagna ,White,France,"Rich in character, with big citrus, pineapple and pink grapefruit flavors. Even if it is rich, the wine also gives freshness as well as acidity to balance the full-bodied texture",Clos de Mazeray,95,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2009 Clos de Mazeray (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2009-clos-mazeray-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Jacques Prieur ,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Nebbiolo delivers a compact, streamlined style with crisp freshness that drives aromas of forest berry and cassis. The wine shows a dry, austere style with a slightly gritty texture.",Braja Riserva,26,88,Piedmont,Roero,,Deltetto 2007 Braja Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deltetto-2007-braja-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Deltetto 13.5,Red,Chile,"Dry, peppery and earthy on the nose, then juicy and fresh in the mouth, with herbal cherry, chocolate, olive and leathery flavors. Dark, smoky, toasty and varietally correct on the finish. A nice and true taste of Carmenère at a good price.",347 Vineyards Reserva,13,88,Central Valley,,,De Martino 2009 347 Vineyards Reserva Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2009-347-reserva-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2009,De Martino 14.1,Red,US,"Tasted two bottles. This is a new producer out of the Livermore Valley that is starting to get noticed for its Cab Sauv and Cab Franc, and this wine shows why. Juicy, layered with plum and nicely integrated tannins, Cuda sources from several vineyards around Livermore, then ages it all in 75% new French oak for 18 months.",,30,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Cuda Ridge Wines 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuda-ridge-wines-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Cuda Ridge Wines ,Red,US,"Toasty and sleek, this Rhône blend has subtle flavors of berry and herb, loaded with chocolate-covered cherries and toast. Broad and full-flavored, with delicious barrel flavors that somewhat override the fruit.",Slice of Pape Red,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tranche 2006 Slice of Pape Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tranche-2006-slice-pape-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Tranche ,Red,US,"The tart, strawberry flavors of Barbera come into balance, amplified with what seems to be a generous amount of new oak, which contributes lovely caramel throughout the finish. Acids and tannins are in proportion, and the cinnamon toast flavors of the finish end harmoniously.",,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tranche 2006 Barbera (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tranche-2006-barbera-columbia-valley-wa/,Barbera,2006,Tranche 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made with 100% Nebbiolo, this Gattinara shows nicely evolved aromas of dried fruit and spice beyond a surprising bright and vibrant appearance. The tannins are silky and smooth and the wine is ready to drink now.",,40,88,Piedmont,Gattinara,,Torraccia del Piantavigna 2005 Gattinara,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torraccia-piantavigna-2005-nebbiolo-gattinara/,Nebbiolo,2005,Torraccia del Piantavigna 13,Red,Greece,"Blackberry, black cherry and cinnamon aromas start this balanced, smooth wine. The palate follows with mellow flavors of vanilla, cherry and spicebox. An affordable red with versatile appeal.",,12,88,Peloponnese,,,Tetramythos 2009 Agiorgitiko (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tetramythos-2009-greek-red-agiorgitiko-peloponnese/,Agiorgitiko,2009,Tetramythos 14,Red,Italy,Here is a bright and chewy Barbera d'Alba with loads of ripe fruit and blackberry backed by thick density and bright freshness. This is the perfect wine to pair with homemade lasagna with cheese and sliced sausage.,Ròca Neira,35,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Tenuta Rocca 2006 Ròca Neira (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rocca-2006-roca-neira-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2006,Tenuta Rocca ,Red,US,"Young, purple and tannic, this self-described “everyday wine” does not pull its punches. Brambly, chewy, dark, tannic, with compact cassis and blackberry fruit, it can hold its own against anything you throw on the grill.",Bramble Bump Red,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2009 Bramble Bump Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2009-bramble-bump-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,JM Cellars 13,Red,France,"For the vintage, this is a rich wine, enjoying the Volnay roundness and velvet textures. The fruit is of sweet raspberries with lively acidity that cuts an edge in this cushioned wine. Age for a few months, but it is showing well now.",,41,88,Burgundy,Volnay,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Volnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2008,Joseph Drouhin ,White,US,"This unique old vine Chardonnay vineyard makes cool-climate grape flavors as interesting and complex as any fruit bomb. Spring herb, light floral, citrus and grapefruit combine in a delicate, elegant wine. It's Chablis without the chalk; plenty of acid.",Au Contraire French Creek Vineyard,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Maison Bleue 2010 Au Contraire French Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2010-au-contraire-french-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2010,Maison Bleue 14,Red,Italy,Earthy tones of white mushroom and dried prune open the nose of this tight and traditional Barbaresco. From the 2006 vintage the wine delivers an elegant mouthfeel and complexity followed by power and firmness.,,60,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Salvano 2006 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvano-2006-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Salvano 14,Red,Italy,"Barolo Cantina Tre Serre is a taut and well defined wine with earthy tones and some burmtt aromas of toasted bread or almond at the back of forest berry and root beer-like aromas. There's a long, silky feel in the mouth that underlines the wine's overall finesse.",Cantina Tre Serre,50,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 2006 Cantina Tre Serre (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinchio-vaglio-serra-2006-cantina-tre-serre-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Vinchio-Vaglio Serra ,White,US,"Pure varietal, bracing and pleasantly grassy. This brings bright, herbaceous flavors of melon and citrus to the front, with a lemony snap that is indeed the sort of wine that goes well with many types of seafood, from oysters on up to halibut steaks.",Fish House,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Magnificent Wine Company 2010 Fish House Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnificent-wine-company-2010-fish-house-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Magnificent Wine Company 12,White,Greece,"A nose of lemon, slate and rich, ripe fruit leads into balanced, fuller-bodied flavors of citrus and tropical fruit. Fresh acidity balances out the curvier side of the wine. Easygoing and a good everyday sip.",,13,88,Crete,,,Lyrarakis 2010 Vilana (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lyrarakis-2010-other-white-vilana-crete/,Vilana,2010,Lyrarakis ,White,France,"Open and charming as its name suggests, the wine is ripe and soft. The acidity is somewhat lost in the sweet, almost tropical fruit.",Charmes,75,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Louis Latour 2009 Charmes (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-charmes-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Latour 14.5,Red,US,"Exceptionally ripe fruit flavors of blackberry and cherry jam are brightened with crisp acidity in this dry, exotically spicy Pinot Noir. It's fine and silky in the mouth, with a brace of tannins. Drink over the next few years.",Goff-Whitton Vineyard,45,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lost Canyon 2009 Goff-Whitton Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-canyon-2009-goff-whitton-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lost Canyon 14.8,Red,US,"This generous Syrah is reminiscent of a nice, rich Provençal wine. It's soft and spicy and fruity, with a good grip of tannin. The black raspberry, mulberry and cherry flavors are dusted with cinnamon and clove, and you'll find a coating of sweet, smoky oak. The vineyard is on Atlas Peak.",,20,88,California,Napa,Napa County,Stickybeak 2008 Syrah (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stickybeak-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-county/,Syrah,2008,Stickybeak 13.5,White,US,"Made from organically grown grapes, this Sauvignon Blanc opens up with flint and melon, has a crisp. clean taste throughout that delves sweet and low on the finish.",,18,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Paul Dolan 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-dolan-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Paul Dolan 13.5,White,US,"Dolan continues to produce stellar whites and reds from organically grown grapes in Mendocino County. This Chardonnay is ripe and full of minerality, a liquid form of crisp apple with vanilla on the finish.",,18,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Paul Dolan 2009 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-dolan-2009-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Paul Dolan 14.2,Red,US,"This is a gentle, soft Pinot Noir, dry and silky, offering classic flavors of cherries, raspberries, spices and smoky oak, housed in a good structure of tannins. It's a lovely wine to drink now with steak or lamb.",,26,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2009 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2009-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Robert Mondavi ,Red,Italy,Organic and biodynamic Punset offers Nebbiolo-based wines that are very difficult to assess. Try them too young (as in this case) and the wines often lack clarity and balance. Wait ten years or more and they blossom into something very special indeed. The 2008 Campo Quadro illustrates this point exactly.,Campo Quadro,,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Punset 2008 Campo Quadro (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punset-2008-campo-quadro-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Punset 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This elegant rosé sparkler sports a pale peach-pink color and delivers fine aromas of toasted baguette, honey-coated almond and pink grapefruit. There's a sour citrusy element on the drying close that reinforces its overall bright grapefruit tone and adds a zesty sparkle.",Brut Arcadia Rosé,43,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Lantieri de Paratico 2007 Brut Arcadia Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantieri-paratico-2007-brut-arcadia-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Lantieri de Paratico 13.8,Red,US,"A tough, tannic wine, not showing much generosity due to the astringency. There's a great core of ripe, wild blackberries, blueberries, forest herbs and spices, but it is hard and somewhat rustic. A rich steak in blue cheese sauce will be a nice pairing. .",Elevation,40,88,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Paradise Ridge 2007 Elevation Cabernet Sauvignon (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2007-elevation-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-rockpile/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Paradise Ridge 14.5,Red,Chile,"Spicy, dry, fruity and presentable on the bouquet. The palate is a bit creamy and soft at first, and then the tannins come out later. Tastes of sweet blackberry, cassis and light herbal notes with mild char and oak thrown in. A ripe, stylish Cabernet showing overall quality.",Reserva,14,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Viu Manent 13.5,White,US,"A good value for the richness. Even though there's no oak, the wine is opulently sweet in pineapples, green apples, pears, bananas, mangoes, limes, honey and vanilla. Drink now with roast salmon and summer corn on the cob.",Unoaked,14,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Valley of the Moon 2010 Unoaked Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2010-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Valley of the Moon 13.6,White,Croatia,"Waxy and floral on the nose with hints of zesty orange peel, this dry, full bodied white is richly concentrated with tangerine, lime and fresh apple flavors. It's bold at 13.6% abv, but maintains a crisp, citrus pith astringency and orange blossom elegance to the finish.",,24,88,Korčula,,,Korta Katarina 2008 Posip (Korčula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korta-katarina-2008-other-white-posip-korcula/,Posip,2008,Korta Katarina ,Red,Italy,"There's a grittiness or tightness of texture here that recalls carob or dried prune. This quality makes for an interesting, food-friendly red that is further colored by tones of chocolate, leather and pipe tobacco. Pulpy, dark concentration is backed by drying tannins.",Sru,,88,Piedmont,Roero,,Monchiero Carbone 2008 Sru (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monchiero-carbone-2008-sru-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2008,Monchiero Carbone 13,Red,France,"Finely perfumed, with berry fruits that freshen the more severe tannins. The wine has concentrated structure, smokiness as well as fresh acidity. The finish is dry and firm.",,45,88,Burgundy,Pommard,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Pommard,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2008,Joseph Drouhin ,Red,Italy,"From the Monforte d'Alba area, Barolo Gavarini Chiniera shows overripe notes of strawberry jam and raspberry roll-up set against sweet spice and candied fruit or prune. The wine ends with a sweet smoke note set over a plush, rich texture.",Gavarini Chiniera,,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Elio Grasso 2007 Gavarini Chiniera (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elio-grasso-2007-gavarini-chiniera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Elio Grasso 14.5,Red,US,"This is a blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Carignane and Alicante Bouschet. It's a lusty, full-bodied wine, rich and savory in cherries, licorice, bacon, cola and Indian spices, with a dry finish. A lovely wine for summer barbecue, or a cold weather beef stew.",Station 10,17,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hook & Ladder 2008 Station 10 Red (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hook-ladder-2008-station-10-red-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Hook & Ladder ,Red,US,"This has good color, good texture, wild berry fruits, juicy acidity and light hints of tea and earth. It is a little bolder, and a little chewier than the winery's other Syrah, with more substantial tannins.",,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Hollywood Hill 2008 Syrah (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollywood-hill-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Syrah,2008,Hollywood Hill 14.5,Red,Chile,"A very good value Carmenère with oak and charred aromas in front of berry, herbs and olive. The body is full and the wine has a nice feel; flavors of blackberry bring herbs, pepper and black olive accents. Toasty and a bit hot on the finsh, but bold and done well.",,12,88,Maipo Valley,,,Haras 2009 Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haras-2009-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Haras 13.9,White,US,"Good price for an elegant Chardonnay with such richness. The pineapple, lime and smoky oak flavors have a caramelized sweetness, but acidity is brisk, and there's a fine minerality that makes the wine finish dry.",Reserve,20,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Frei Brothers 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2009-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Frei Brothers 13,White,Italy,"Monteriolo is a rich and creamy Chardonnay that opens with beautifully pristine aromas of exotic fruit, peach, vanilla and toasted almond. The wine is soft, very smooth and promises a pairing with fish or white meat.",Monteriolo,60,88,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Coppo 2007 Monteriolo Chardonnay (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-2007-monteriolo-chardonnay-piedmont/,Chardonnay,2007,Coppo 13.5,Red,Lebanon,"Sweet on the nose with aromas of cherry and strawberry preserves, the 2002 Gaston Hochar is softer and jammier on the palate than the 2000 vintage. Prolonged aeration reveals smoke, vanilla, and toast notes and lush, smooth tannins that linger elegantly.",Gaston Hochar,50,88,Bekaa Valley,,,Château Musar 2002 Gaston Hochar Red (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-musar-2002-gaston-hochar-red-bekaa-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Château Musar ,White,France,"A rare white wine from Morey Saint-Denis, with great acidity and freshness. The wine is bright, with lemon crispness, and light hints of wood.",,80,88,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Domaine Dujac 2009 Morey-Saint-Denis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dujac-2009-chardonnay-morey-saint-denis/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Dujac 13,White,France,"Superripe and rich, very creamy, buttery and with a significant amount of toasty oak. The wine is open and generous, although retaining acidity and citric flavors.",Sur la Carrière,,88,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine de la Croix Senaillet 2009 Sur la Carrière (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-croix-senaillet-2009-sur-carriere-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine de la Croix Senaillet 13,White,France,"Predominantly Grenache Blanc, this surprisingly mineral-laden white displays hints of graphite that underscore modest pear and melon fruit. It's powerful yet restrained, and would be at home with a wide variety of fish or chicken dishes. Drink now.",Saint-Esprit,12,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Delas Frères 2009 Saint-Esprit White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2009-saint-esprit-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Delas Frères 14,Red,Italy,"This is a lovely Nebbiolo that serves as a perfect introductory wine for those interested in eventually expanding their knowledge of Barbaresco and Barolo. Made with the same grape, this wine offers small berry aromas backed by ethereal tones of violet and licorice.",,17,88,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Damilano 2008 Nebbiolo d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-2008-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2008,Damilano 13,Red,France,"A soft wine, although there is a more austere side to it. The tannins push through the red berry fruits and cut the acidity that dominates the finish.",Savigny-Dominode Premier Cru,55,88,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Savigny-Dominode Premier Cru (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-savigny-dominode-premier-cru-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chanson Père et Fils 12.5,Red,France,"A fresh, juicy wine, with attractive acidity, red berry flavors and a layer of well balanced tannins. Very perfumed, with hints of mineral and final acidity.",,30,88,Burgundy,Côte de Beaune-Villages,,Camille Giroud 2008 Côte de Beaune-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-giroud-2008-pinot-noir-cote-beaune-villages/,Pinot Noir,2008,Camille Giroud 12.2,Red,Greece,"This wine is a real find, with its crisp green apple, floral and citrus aromas and blend of curvy tropical fruit and crisp acidity on the palate. Distinctive, lush but refreshing, it's both balanced and complex. A delicious white with Greek character.",,13,89,Patras,,,Tetramythos 2009 Roditis (Patras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tetramythos-2009-greek-white-roditis-patras/,Roditis,2009,Tetramythos 13.9,White,US,"Tremendously pretty with honeysuckle and apricot highlights and memorable texture as well as a bright, crisp finish, this Chardonnay makes for a very good food wine, its cool-climate grapes grown organically along the banks of the Russian River.",Estate Vineyards,17,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Patianna 2009 Estate Vineyards Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patianna-2009-estate-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2009,Patianna 12.8,White,US,"Showing excellent varietal character, this light, textural, delicately spicy white wine is finished at just 12.8% alcohol, yet remains quite dry. There is a pleasing saltiness to the mouthfeel, almost like an Albariño, and the finish is crisp and nicely detailed.",Underwood Mountain Vineyard,20,89,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Syncline 2010 Underwood Mountain Vineyard Grüner Veltliner (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2010-underwood-mountain-vineyard-gruner-veltliner-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Syncline ,Red,Italy,"Here's a more informal and approachable expression of Barolo with classic Nebbiolo aromas of white cherry and cola set against a clean, polished mouthfeel. Pair this wine with meat-stuffed ravioli, veal, pork or game hen.",Chirlet,,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Simone Scaletta 2007 Chirlet (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simone-scaletta-2007-chirlet-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Simone Scaletta 14,Red,Italy,"This base Barolo from the elegant (albeit powerful) 2006 vintage shows clean, fresh and vibrant aromas of small berry, chopped mint, cedar and root beer. There's a tight tannic structure on the close and the wine would benefit from a few more years of cellar aging.",,55,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Virna Borgogno 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virna-borgogno-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Virna Borgogno 14,Red,Chile,"Full berry aromas blend with a light herbal whiff on the nose. In the mouth, it's full-bodied and round, with dark blackberry and plum flavors. Turns a bit oaky and drying on the finish, but overall one can only praise the wine's solidity, depth and honest flavors.",Toro de Piedra Reserva,14,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2009 Toro de Piedra Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2009-toro-piedra-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Viña Requingua 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark, deep and layered on the bouquet, with spice, black fruit aromas and an acceptable level of herbs that don't suggest green in any way. Lush and cushioned in the mouth, with chewy flavors of herbal blackberry, tobacco and savory broth. Finishes big and chocolaty, with smoke and spice.",Cornellana Barrel Reserve,18,89,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2009 Cornellana Barrel Reserve Carmenère (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2009-cornellana-barrel-reserve-carmenere-cachapoal-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Viña La Rosa 14,Red,New Zealand,"This is a rather weighty Pinot Noir, still filled with the exuberant fruit of youth—all plums and black cherries, framed with hints of vanilla and spice. Despite the heft, the tannins are soft, making this wine immediately accessible. Drink now–2015.",,37,89,Central Otago,,,Prophet's Rock 2007 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prophets-rock-2007-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2007,Prophet's Rock ,Red,Italy,"This pretty Riserva Nebbiolo will surely grow softer and finer with age. Those who drink it now will experience smoky, toasted aromas of almond, cigar box, moist earth and powdered licorice. The wine is also elegantly tight and focused in the mouth.",Fausone Riserva,62,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Prinsi 2006 Fausone Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinsi-2006-fausone-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Prinsi 14.5,Red,Chile,"Opens with a light, herbal bouquet that features spice and elegant red fruit aromas. The palate keeps the mode going; it's crisp and fresh, with cherry, raspberry and spice flavors. Finishes firm and dry, with tobacco. A nice blend of Carmenère, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cab Franc.",Anke Blend 3,18,89,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2007 Anke Blend 3 Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2007-anke-blend-3-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Santa Alicia 13.5,White,New Zealand,"VM's 2010 Cellar Selection SB is slightly weightier than its Private Bin counterpart, but not necessarily better. Tomato leaf notes cruise alongside bold pineapple and citrus, ending in a mouthwatering crescendo of flavor.",Cellar Selection,20,89,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2010 Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2010-cellar-selection-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Villa Maria ,Red,Italy,"Barbaresco NonnOrlando delivers clean and subtle aromatic characteristics that recall blueberry, pressed violets, plum and root beer. The wine's dark garnet appearance is backed by pulpy concentration and a tight, astringent finish. Drink after 2017.",NonnOrlando,75,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Vigin 2008 NonnOrlando (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigin-2008-nonnorlando-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Vigin 13.5,White,Chile,"Prickly and crisp on the bouquet, with jalapeño snap, lime and other frisky green notes. The palate is cut by acidity but is nicely balanced by citrus, grapefruit and green-ish flavors. Turns greener on the finish before going pithy.",T.H.,20,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Undurraga 2010 T.H. Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2010-th-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Undurraga 13,Red,France,"A tight, tannic wine, showing considerable acidity as well as fresh red fruits. The wine is densely packed with dry tannins, then a fruity character develops, sparked by acidity.",Les Borniques,100,89,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Roux Père et Fils 2008 Les Borniques (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2008-borniques-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roux Père et Fils ,Red,France,"Concentrated, with dark tannins to go with the ripe fruit. There is a tough edge to the wine, although it is more accessible than some Nuits-Saint-Georges at this stage.",Les Damodes,115,89,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Louis Latour 2009 Les Damodes (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-damodes-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2009,Louis Latour ,Red,France,"Soft, ripe and rich, this is very easy on the palate. The wine does have good depth of flavor from the rounded black cherry flavors, the fruit almost sweet in its openness. It is already delicious.",En Chevret,65,89,Burgundy,Volnay,,Louis Latour 2009 En Chevret (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-en-chevret-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2009,Louis Latour ,Red,Italy,"Here is yet another Roero Riserva from the successful 2007 vintage that shows a good use of oak set against tighter sour berry nuances. The wine is approachable and ready to drink, with a clean, upfront personality.",Roche d'Ampsej Riserva,,89,Piedmont,Roero,,Matteo Correggia 2007 Roche d'Ampsej Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matteo-correggia-2007-roche-dampsej-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Matteo Correggia 12.5,Red,Greece,"This wine is elegant and integrated, with flavors and aromas of chocolate-covered cherry, raspberry and black pepper. A dry, minerally spin gives it focus, but overall it has an alluring, fruity character. The finish is long, with pepper and anise throughout.",Plakoura Vineyard Oak Aged Mandilari,30,89,Crete,,,Lyrarakis 2007 Plakoura Vineyard Oak Aged Mandilari Mandilaria (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lyrarakis-2007-plakoura-vineyard-oak-aged-mandilari-greek-red-mandilaria-crete/,Mandilaria,2007,Lyrarakis ,Red,Italy,"The 2006 vintage is a tricky one for Barolo because it favors elegance and power over softness and concentration. This expression from the talented team at Coppo shows the vintage well with this compact, astringent and ethereal expression that needs more time to soften.",,85,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Coppo 2006 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-2006-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Coppo 13.5,White,France,"Aromas of ripe yellow fruits announce a wine that has rich fruit flavors of apricots touched by pineapple. It does have the attractive, nervy texture of 2008, along with an important layer of toast.",,65,89,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Chanson Père et Fils 13.2,White,US,"A delightful Riesling, crisp in Central Coast acidity and with classic flavors of green apples, citrus fruits, honeysuckle flowers and a pungent note of petrol. It straddles the border between dry and off-dry, and is easy to like with Vietnamese and Cambodian fare.",Dry,18,89,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Claiborne & Churchill 2008 Dry Riesling (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2008-dry-riesling-central-coast/,Riesling,2008,Claiborne & Churchill ,Red,Italy,"This lovely base Barbaresco exhibits a soft, generous style with loads of mature fruit, cola, tar, licorice and bitter dark chocolate. Over the palate, the wine feels tight and sharp and it will surely soften with a few more years of bottle aging.",,45,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ca' du Rabajà 2008 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rabaja-2008-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Ca' du Rabajà 13.8,Red,US,"Two thirds Tempranillo, this Spanish-style red blend is filled out with 17% Merlot, 6% Grenache, and 11% Cabernet Sauvignon. The fruit is dark and compact, but nicely framed with barrel spices that add some welcome sweetness. Tannins are hard and the finish brings in a broad swath of earth, tar and bark.",Corrida,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Brian Carter 2008 Corrida Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2008-corrida-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Brian Carter 13.5,Red,Greece,"Black cherry, violet and pepper on the nose lead into a spirited red blend of spicy pepper, leather and red fruit. Ageable and elegant, this wine balances indigenous character with accessible style.",Filiria,35,89,Goumenissa,,,Boutari 2008 Filiria Red (Goumenissa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boutari-2008-filiria-red-goumenissa/,Red Blend,2008,Boutari 13,Red,France,"Pure, ripe strawberry flavors are pierced with acidity. The texture is soft, with a dry side. The raspberry acidity cuts right to the end.",,62,89,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2008,Joseph Drouhin 14,Red,Chile,"Light mint and herbal aromas get it going, followed by dry, complex scents of tobacco, licorice, leather and blackberry. This is 80% Cabernet and 20% Merlot, and it's a bit angular on the tongue but the flavors of cassis, black cherry and plum are juicy and bold. Turns more oaky with airing, especially on the long, herbal finish.",Grand Cru,48,89,Cachapoal Valley,,,Château Los Boldos 2008 Grand Cru Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-los-boldos-2008-grand-cru-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2008,Château Los Boldos ,Red,Italy,"With fruit sourced from the Neive, Alba and Treiso areas, this Barbaresco shows loads of tradition and typicity with small berry nuances, tar, asphalt and granite mineral notes on the close. The mouthfeel is tight, sharp and long-lasting.",,,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cantina del Nebbiolo 2008 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-nebbiolo-2008-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Cantina del Nebbiolo 14.5,Red,Italy,"Brichet is a soft and plump Barbera with loads of red cherry, chocolate fudge and cinnamon. It's fun, rich and easy to drink. Pair it with meatloaf or lamb chops.",Brichet,35,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Ca' Viola 2009 Brichet (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-viola-2009-brichet-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2009,Ca' Viola 13.9,Red,US,"Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and aged in 50% new French oak barrels, this is a flamboyant wine. It's enormous in blackberries, cola, sweet licorice and cedar flavors, and the tannins are very refined. Forward and jammy, it's a flashy wine to drink over the next several years.",,48,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,C. Beck 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/c-beck-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,C. Beck 12.6,White,US,"Rather delicate, with 12.6% alcohol yet a distinctly dry mouthfeel, this well-crafted Riesling mingles green apple, pear, lemon zest, grapefruit and melon fruit flavors. Good length and texture, with lemon tea flavors to wrap it up.",,14,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mercer 2009 Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2009,Mercer 14.8,Red,US,"A lovely way to enter into the Miraflores world, a Zin from El Dorado that's smooth and full of all the blackberry one could want, but most noticeable of all is the pepper that tingles the tongue throughout but particularly on the finish.",,23,89,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Miraflores 2008 Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miraflores-2008-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2008,Miraflores 14,Red,New Zealand,"At nearly 80% Merlot and the remainder Malbec, this is a medium-bodied red possessed of bright, vibrant cassis fruit with chocolate and herb overtones. It finishes firm without being hard or tough, so it may be consumed now and over the next 5–7 years.",Gimblett Gravels Reserve,20,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Mills Reef 2009 Gimblett Gravels Reserve Merlot-Malbec (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mills-reef-2009-gimblett-gravels-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-malbec-hawkes-bay/,Merlot-Malbec,2009,Mills Reef ,Red,Italy,This Riserva Roero offers a very nice balance between Nebbiolo's astringent typicity set against soft wood renderings. There's a subtle sweetness here in the form of mature fruit and spice. Roero offers good value for lovers of Barbaresco and Barolo.,Roche dra Bossora Riserva,,89,Piedmont,Roero,,Michele Taliano 2007 Roche dra Bossora Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-taliano-2007-roche-dra-bossora-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Michele Taliano ,Red,Italy,"This bright Barbaresco delivers an austere, traditional style with small berry nuances backed by ethereal tones of cola, licorice and tar. The thin, compact nature of the mouthfeel gives rise to a touch of alcoholic heat on the close.",,,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Olek Bondonio 2008 Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olek-bondonio-2008-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Olek Bondonio ,White,US,"This lovely blend, inspired by the white wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, is 55% Roussanne, 27% Grenache Blanc, and 18% Viognier. Round and peachy, it's vividly framed by fresh acidity and citrus rind. Just 20% new French oak adds a kiss of toast to the finish.",Ambiance,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2009 Ambiance White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2009-ambiance-white-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Forgeron 15.1,Red,Croatia,"A whopping 15.1% abv, this Plavac Mali (an ancestor of Zin) is certainly on the big and brawny side, but also reveals a complexity that evolves dramatically in the glass. Aromas of sun-dried hay and grass are prevalent through the nose and palate, adding a rustic quality to the sweet and spicy red fruit, fig and toast characteristics. The long finish is marked by an assertive show of tannins.",,45,89,Peljesac,,,Grgić Vina 2007 Plavac Mali (Peljesac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgic-vina-2007-other-red-plavac-mali-peljesac/,Plavac Mali,2007,Grgić Vina ,Red,Italy,"This is an interesting and potentially very beautiful wine that probably needs many more years of cellar aging before it is fully formed. At this young stage it shows raw notes of rhubarb, cola and spice backed by dark licorice overtones. It's drying and tight with jackhammer tannins.",Vallegrande,70,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Grasso Fratelli 2008 Vallegrande (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grasso-fratelli-2008-vallegrande-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Grasso Fratelli 14.8,Red,US,"An ambitious wine, obviously grown from low yielding vines whose fruity flavors have been concentrated into wild blackberries and cherries, finished with the exotic spices that characterize Dry Creek Zinfandel. A very good Zin for the price.",,18,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Main & Geary 2009 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/main-geary-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Main & Geary 13.5,White,France,"Still very closed up, this austere wine has distinct aging potential, with its taut character, apple skin texture and hints of wood. It will need 3–4 years to show its best.",Les Chaumes,56,89,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Roux Père et Fils 2009 Les Chaumes (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2009-chaumes-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2009,Roux Père et Fils 13.5,Red,Italy,"This dark ruby Barolo opens with a sweet note of cinnamon and ripe raspberry followed by subtle tones of cola, Indian spice and sandalwood. The wine shows soft, silky tannins and is just about ready to drink now.",,38,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Rocca Felice 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-felice-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Rocca Felice ,Red,Italy,"This expression of Roero by vintner Renato Buganza opens with an inky-dark, saturated color and imparts pretty oak renderings of vanilla and cinnamon over cherry and cassis. There's a gritty, textured quality to the finish along with a blast of freshness at the end.",Bric Paradis,,89,Piedmont,Roero,,Renato Buganza 2008 Bric Paradis (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-buganza-2008-bric-paradis-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2008,Renato Buganza 14.5,White,US,"Pretty and floral while dark golden in color, this Roussanne from Bill Easton is rich and full, dry, with well-crafted acidity and balance throughout, a nod to its whole-cluster pressing, aging sur lie and barrel fermentation. It finishes with a taste of honey.",Monarch Mine Vineyard,25,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2009 Monarch Mine Vineyard Roussanne (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2009-monarch-mine-vineyard-roussanne-sierra-foothills/,Roussanne,2009,Terre Rouge 14.1,Red,US,"Flashy, jammy raspberry and cherry fruit marks this vibrant Pinot Noir. It's just yummy, and made bright and clean with zingy acidity. Seems best now for its sheer youthful razzle dazzle, so drink up.",Rosella's Vineyard,48,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 2009 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2009-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Siduri ,Red,US,"Broadly fruity, a wash of berries and spice. The acids are still a little jarring. The vintage is not as deep as the 2007, and the wine shows a little heat in the finish. This tastes more like a press wine than the '07, but it is nonetheless very well made.",Sophie de Rollat,29,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Chateau Rollat 2008 Sophie de Rollat Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rollat-2008-sophie-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Chateau Rollat ,Red,Italy,"Compact and traditional with a bright, streamlined style, this pretty Barolo represents a blend of Nebbiolo grapes from two very important vineyard crus (the very structured Brunate and the elegant Le Coste vineyards).",Brunate Le Coste,120,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giuseppe Rinaldi 2007 Brunate Le Coste (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-rinaldi-2007-brunate-le-coste-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giuseppe Rinaldi 14.7,White,US,"Sweet in caramelized oak and vanilla, with ripe pineapple tart, guava fruit and honey flavors, this Chardonnay is pretty sweet. But it's saved by crisp acidity and a good scour of minerals.",Goldrock Ridge Vineyard,45,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Expression 38 2009 Goldrock Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/expression-38-2009-goldrock-ridge-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Expression 38 ,Red,Italy,"Valmaggiore Riserva exhibits dark color and concentration with a mixed bag of aromas that spans dark fruit, prune, olive and caper. The mouth sees more richness and softness with a seductive touch of sweet spice on the finish.",Valmaggiore Riserva,48,89,Piedmont,Roero,,Cascina Chicco 2007 Valmaggiore Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-chicco-2007-valmaggiore-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Chicco 14.5,Red,Italy,"This hearty Barbera d'Alba exhibits a dark, toasty style with rich layers of generous fruit, blueberry and sweet Christmas spice. The oak element is evident and helps to tame the wine's natural sharpness and acidity.",Amabilin,52,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Cascina Adelaide 2006 Amabilin (Barbera d'Alba Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-adelaide-2006-amabilin-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2006,Cascina Adelaide ,Red,Italy,"This vineyard-designate Barolo offers soapy, floral notes of lavender and church incense with more spice and nutmeg at the back. The wine is broad, chewy and well-structured with solid tannins and a densely concentrated texture.",Vigna Mandorlo,75,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacosa Fratelli 2007 Vigna Mandorlo (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2007-vigna-mandorlo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giacosa Fratelli ,Red,Italy,"Compared to 2006, this Barolo Bussia scored a few points lower because of barrel smells that appear with the first whiff you take. Beyond that, however, you will discover pleasing aromas of tar, leather, mesquite, cured meat and wild mushroom.",Bussia,55,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacosa Fratelli 2007 Bussia (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2007-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Giacosa Fratelli 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a very elegant and pure expression of Nebbiolo with pristine aromas of forest fruit, cranberry, cola, white licorice and chopped herbs. Pair this wine with wild mushroom risotto.",,27,89,Piedmont,Langhe,,Giacomo Vico 2009 Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2009-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2009,Giacomo Vico ,Red,Italy,There are strongly toasted influences here of roasted hazelnut and burnt bread crust that will surely soften and integrate with more years of bottle aging. The good news is that there is enough fruit and cherry at the core to carry the wine forward over the years.,Ciabot Tanasio,60,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Francesco Sobrero 2007 Ciabot Tanasio (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesco-sobrero-2007-ciabot-tanasio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Francesco Sobrero 14.3,Red,US,"A blend of many varieties, based on Zinfandel and Carignane, this is a smooth, spicy wine, brimming with ripe red fruit and smoked meat flavors, with a soy, bacony umami richness. The official alcohol is 14.3%, but it tastes hotter than that. Ideal for barbecue and roasted meats.",Geyserville,35,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ridge 2009 Geyserville Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2009-geyserville-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2009,Ridge 14.5,White,US,"Grown on the Montebello estate, this Chardonnay shows good acidity and a stony minerality from the rocks and soil. It's very ripe and forward in pineapple, orange and peach jam fruit, and while only 10% of the mostly American barrels were new, it also tastes quite oaky and sweet in caramel. A flamboyant, sweetly flashy wine for drinking now.",Estate,40,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ridge 2009 Estate Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2009-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2009,Ridge ,Red,Italy,"In a departure from the fuller, riper style exhibited last vintage, this edition of Barbaresco Santo Stefano shows thorny, brambly elements of white cherry and forest floor. In the mouth, it shows tight astringency and not too much heft or supporting density. Drink after 2015.",Santo Stefano,58,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Castello di Neive 2008 Santo Stefano (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-neive-2008-santo-stefano-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Castello di Neive ,Red,Italy,"Barbaresco Morassino is a dark, brooding wine with smoky tones of tobacco and smoked cedar backed by black olive, mature fruit, barbecue and soy sauce. There is some tight astringency on the finish that will soften with time.",Morassino,36,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Morassino 2008 Morassino (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-morassino-2008-morassino-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Cascina Morassino ,Red,Italy,"From one of Barbaresco's most celebrated vineyard crus, this ruby-colored wine exhibits loads of intensity and power in the form of cherry, cassis, leather, tar and cola. The wine's compact, tonic mouthfeel would make a great companion to rich, sophisticated cuisine.",Rabajà,54,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Luisin 2008 Rabajà (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-luisin-2008-rabaja-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Cascina Luisin ,Red,Italy,"This pretty Barbaresco bursts open with concentration, heft and a vibrant ruby color. On closer inspection, there are some earthy tones of moist soil, toasted almond and black olive at the back that help shape a fuller, more complex bouquet.",Sorì Montaribaldi,45,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Montaribaldi 2008 Sorì Montaribaldi (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaribaldi-2008-sori-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Montaribaldi ,Red,Italy,"One of our favorite Roeros of the 2007 vintage, Printi Riserva offers dark color and concentration with dense pulp and extraction. The full-bodied style is reinforced by aromas of mature fruit, black cherry and spice.",Printi Riserva,47,89,Piedmont,Roero,,Monchiero Carbone 2007 Printi Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monchiero-carbone-2007-printi-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Monchiero Carbone 14.1,White,US,"A clean, bone-dry Sauvignon Blanc with plenty of mouthwatering acidity to get those tastebuds whistling. It has polished flavors of lemons, limes, grapefruits, vanilla and white pepper. Good value.",,16,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Taft Street 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taft-street-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Taft Street 14,Red,Italy,"This red blend from Piedmont opens with herbal and medicinal notes that seem more on the dry side rather than the green or underripe side. Indeed, the concept of overall maturity is further reinforced by the wine's sweet, chewy finish.",Alterego,35,89,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Coppo 2007 Alterego Red (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-2007-alterego-red-monferrato/,Red Blend,2007,Coppo ,Red,Italy,"Barbaresco Teorema opens with a distinctive bouquet of dried medicinal herb, cola, fennel or celery stick. There are subtle tones of red berry and currant and the mouthfeel shows a compact style and medium intensity. It's a bright, correct wine, but a measured one.",Teorema,,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Molino 2008 Teorema (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/molino-2008-teorema-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Molino 15.3,Red,US,"A lovely Merlot, light and spicy. It has pretty flavors of cherries, mocha and cinnamon, with fine, ripe tannins, with a sweetness from glycerine. An elegant Merlot at a good price.",,21,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Robert Mondavi 14.7,Red,US,"Still gritty in tannins at nearly four years of age, but very rich in fruit, showing concentrated blackberry, currant, cassis and mineral flavors, accented with sweet, smoky cedar wood. The mouthfeel is elegant on this dry, complex wine, which should be decanted.",Bench Blend,45,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2007 Bench Blend Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2007-bench-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,William Hill Estate ,Red,Italy,"Here's a territory-driven Barolo with earthy notes of mushroom, barrel and pipe tobacco. You'll also pick up hints of bacon fat or cured meat with tight, astringent tannins on the close. Hold for five years or more.",Galina,70,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Crissante Alessandria 2007 Galina (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crissante-alessandria-2007-galina-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Crissante Alessandria 14,Red,Chile,"Spicy and a bit dry on the nose, with firm, attractive red berry aromas. The palate is lively and well balanced, with full plum, dark berry and peppery flavors. Finishes solid, toasty and dry, with crispness and follow through.",Reserva,13,89,Maule Valley,,,Chilcas 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Chilcas 14,Red,Italy,"Bricco Barone is a smokey, meaty expression of Nebbiolo with bold aromas of black fruit, prune, dried tobacco leaf and finely milled white pepper. This pretty wine ends with a masculine blast of earthy, dusty tones.",Bricco Barone,20,89,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Marziano Abbona 2008 Bricco Barone (Nebbiolo d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marziano-abbona-2008-bricco-barone-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2008,Marziano Abbona 13,White,New Zealand,"Nicely done from the start, beginning with hints of stuck flint and going through some honeyed tree fruit and citrus flavors. It's a touch creamy on the midpalate, imparting some extra richness, before fading a little abruptly on the finish.",,22,89,Marlborough,,,Martin's Rake 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martins-rake-2010-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Martin's Rake ,Red,Italy,"Barolo Le Strette (with fruit sourced from the Novello and Barolo areas of Piedmont) opens with dark, inky concentration and sweet aromas of cinnamon, clove and mature berry fruit. The wine comes on with strength and personality, but in an immediate, one-dimensional manner.",Le Strette,,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Le Strette 2007 Le Strette (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-strette-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Le Strette 14,Red,Italy,"There's a sharp, brambly quality to the nose of this ruby-colored Barolo that is followed by lively cherry cola and black licorice. In the mouth, however, the wine delivers long-lasting freshness and persistency.",,60,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Paolo Manzone 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-manzone-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Paolo Manzone 13,White,New Zealand,"Oyster Bay is better known for its Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir, but this Chardonnay is one of its top drops. It's medium in body, with hints of buttered nuts and custardy richness in place of primary fruit, yet ending with a clean, citrusy finish. Drink now",,15,89,Marlborough,,,Oyster Bay 2009 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oyster-bay-2009-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2009,Oyster Bay 13.5,Red,France,"Unusually full bodied and lush for a white Côtes du Rhône, with smoky, intense aromas of grilled peaches and crushed stone and a lingering finish. Drink now.",Château Noël Saint-Laurent,12,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Louis Bernard 2009 Château Noël Saint-Laurent White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-2009-chateau-noel-saint-laurent-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Louis Bernard ,Red,Italy,"From the Gallina cru of Barbaresco known for its elegance and finesse, here is a pretty Nebbiolo that shows drying mineral tones, air-dried spice and wood in a very evident manner. There are fruit tones of prune and cassis, but the dryness and firmness of this wine is what stands out.",Gallina,65,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Oddero 2008 Gallina (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oddero-2008-gallina-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Oddero 15,Red,Italy,"There's a subdued, elegant feel to this Nebbiolo-based wine that gives it a feminine, understated aura. Firmly silky tannins are followed by small berry, tobacco and cola flavors.",,30,89,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Negretti 2007 Nebbiolo d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/negretti-2007-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2007,Negretti 13,Rose,Greece,"Vanilla, strawberry and cherry on the nose leads into a spicy but balanced blend of fresh and fruity flavors. The wine offers ample minerality so it's clean on the tongue. Delightful and flirty, and good with fruit desserts.",Amethystos,19,89,Drama,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2009 Amethystos Rosé (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2009-amethystos-rose-drama/,Rosé,2009,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 14.1,Red,US,"With grapes from Yountville, this Bordeaux blend, which is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, has a very fine structure. It's firm in tannins and acidity, with a bracing minerality. The flavors are already quite advanced, suggesting jammy cherries, blackberries and cassis. Drink now for sheer deliciousness, after decanting.",Napanook,59,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominus 2008 Napanook Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominus-2008-napanook-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Dominus ,Red,France,"With crushed strawberry and caramel flavors, this is relatively light wine, though elegant and pierced with acidity. Milk chocolate and soft tannins complete an attractive ensemble.",Aux Cras,56,89,Burgundy,Beaune,,Camille Giroud 2008 Aux Cras (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-giroud-2008-aux-cras-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Camille Giroud 13.5,White,US,"A light-colored, lemon-zesty, cool-vintage Chardonnay that's fruit forward but has great balance and finish, light on the tongue and easygoing all around. With stone fruit and a hint of vanilla, this affordable white should also be fairly easy to find (almost 4,000 cases made) and a successful pairing with a range of lighter salads and seafood dishes.",,14,89,California,Lake County,Lake County,Guenoc 2009 Chardonnay (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2009-chardonnay-lake-county-133733/,Chardonnay,2009,Guenoc 13.5,Red,Italy,This is a sophisticated and rich Dolcetto with layers of toasted nut and spice lavished over bright berry fruit nuances. There's freshness and good tannic structure to boot.,Vilot,25,89,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Ca' Viola 2009 Vilot (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-viola-2009-vilot-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Ca' Viola ,Red,Italy,"Riserva Santo Stefano opens with earthy tones of forest floor and wild mushroom followed by tighter aromas of cassis and cherry cola. This is an easy, firm and compact wine with a drying finish that would pair with braised or stewed meat dishes.",Santo Stefano Riserva,85,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Castello di Neive 2006 Santo Stefano Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-neive-2006-santo-stefano-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Castello di Neive ,Red,Italy,"Here is a ripe and succulent Nebbiolo that opens with black cherry, strawberry, vanilla, cinnamon and spice. This expression is a softer, very approachable Roero with enduring fruit flavors on the finish.",Audinaggio,42,89,Piedmont,Roero,,Cascina Cà Rossa 2008 Audinaggio (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ca-rossa-2008-audinaggio-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2008,Cascina Cà Rossa 12.5,White,New Zealand,"At 7.5 g/L of residual sugar, this is more off-dry than dry, but the acidity is high enough to provide a sense of crispness. In this plump, medium-bodied Riesling, peach and citrus strike a fine balance, ending with a dollop of lime sherbet. Drink now–2018.",Cellar Selection Dry,20,89,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2010 Cellar Selection Dry Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2010-cellar-selection-dry-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2010,Villa Maria 13,Red,New Zealand,"Vidal's Syrah is a dark, inky wine, with vanilla and toast framing dark fruit. Medium- to full-bodied blackberry and blueberry flavors mesh easily with hints of olive and espresso, while the finish features traces of dusty tannins.",Gimblett Gravels,,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Vidal 2008 Gimblett Gravels Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidal-2008-gimblett-gravels-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2008,Vidal 14.5,Red,US,"Rich, full and earthy with a bright hit of dark cherry juiciness and a bracing backbone of acidity, for lovers of Barbera or those looking to try an American version for the first time, this is the place to start.",Monarch Mine Vineyard,25,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Easton 2008 Monarch Mine Vineyard Barbera (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2008-monarch-mine-vineyard-barbera-sierra-foothills/,Barbera,2008,Easton 14,Red,Chile,"Aromas of pepper, fine herbs and ripe berries form a classic Carmenère nose. This is a juicy, fresh style of the variety with nice feel and smoothness, pure berry and plum flavors, and a clean, lightly herbal finish. Delivers a true taste of the grape with no green or funk.",,10,89,Central Valley,,,Misiones de Rengo 2010 Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/misiones-rengo-2010-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Misiones de Rengo 15,Red,Chile,"A very dark, minty, oaky style of Syrah that breathes shoe polish and mocha in front of sweet and ripe blackberry and plum aromas. A ripped and powerful wine with core acidity and big, creamy flavors of mocha, cocoa, vanilla and black plum. Pours on the oak and heat on the finish.",Orzada,20,89,Maule Valley,,,Odfjell 2007 Orzada Syrah (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2007-orzada-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maule-valley/,Syrah,2007,Odfjell ,Red,Italy,"This classic interpretation of Barolo opens with earthy tones of wild mushroom and forest floor backed by subtle tones of cola and licorice. Set to improve with age, the wine sports tight structure and polished tannins.",,46,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Oddero 2007 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oddero-2007-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2007,Oddero ,White,US,"This young, vibrant Riesling shows lemon and lime and grapefruit in abundance, but subtly layers in some floral highlights as well––only in the aromas, enticing enough, but actually in the flavors that run on through the lingering finish. It's a little like chewing on flowers...in a good way.",Bebop,16,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Nodland 2010 Bebop Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nodland-2010-bebop-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Nodland 13.5,Red,Greece,"This wine knows exactly what it wants to be: fresh, fruity and easy to love. With its red cherry, black pepper and cedary spice aromas and flavors, it's a balanced, approachable red with style. It has backbone but also a soft touch. A fun and modern expression of the variety.",,20,89,Nemea,,,Nasiakos 2007 Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nasiakos-2007-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2007,Nasiakos ,Red,Italy,"There's a tiny touch of raw apple or apple skin that gives this Barbaresco a bright, vertical, aromatic lift. That tiny volatility doesn't distract from the overall picture and base aromas of spice, cola and red fruit still manage to shine through just fine.",Canova,,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ressia 2008 Canova (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ressia-2008-canova-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Ressia 15,Red,Greece,"Red berry fruits and blackberry aromas give this red blend from Drama a lively start. On the palate, red currant, cedar, tobacco and fresh acidity are balanced and clean. An elegant wine with a spin of punchy spice, it will pair well with game, grilled meat and aged cheeses.",Amethystos,25,89,Drama,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2008 Amethystos Red (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2008-amethystos-red-drama/,Red Blend,2008,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 14.2,Red,New Zealand,"Te Awa's 2007 Syrah is a ripe, chunky example, with chocolate and plum notes leading the way, followed at some distance by hints of baking spices. It's firm and slightly dusty on the finish, yet mouthwatering at the same time.",,30,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa 2007 Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2007,Te Awa 13.5,White,US,"Polished and flavorful, and a good price for this wealth of creamy pineapples, limes and peaches. Really rich all the way through to the spicy finish.",,18,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trailhead 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trailhead-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Trailhead 14,Red,Italy,"The sweet ripeness of the 2005 vintage shines through in this wine as cherry, blackberry and ripe plum aromas. But in typical Barolo fashion, those magical tones of cola, balsam and cedar keep the wine vibrant and complex on the long finish.",,50,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Salvano 2005 Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvano-2005-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Salvano 14.5,Red,Italy,"Tenuta Rocca offers this clean expression of Nebbiolo that shows some of the natural structure and density of the popular 2007 vintage. The wine is taut and streamlined with a bright finish of black cherry, dark spice and licorice.",Sorì Ornati,27,89,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Tenuta Rocca 2007 Sorì Ornati (Nebbiolo d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rocca-2007-sori-ornati-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2007,Tenuta Rocca 13,White,Chile,"Light and properly toasted on the nose, with pineapple, vanilla and yeasty bread notes. Quite fresh and bright across the tongue, with melon, apple and pear flavors that are sweet and ripe but not sugary. Honest and well done for the price.",,13,89,Bío Bío Valley,,,Llai Llai 2009 Chardonnay (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llai-llai-2009-chardonnay-bio-bio-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Llai Llai 13.6,Red,US,"An ambitious wine, showing good structure and uplifted fruit. The flavors of cherries, pomegranates, persimmons, cola and cedar are very rich and deep, showing earthy notes of mushrooms and minerals. Given the firm tannins, you might want to age this young wine for three or four years. This is a brand to watch.",Appian Way Vineyards,45,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Jewell 2008 Appian Way Vineyards Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-jewell-2008-appian-way-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Joseph Jewell 13,White,Chile,"Crisp aromas bring both tropical shadings and mild grassy scents. The palate offers the right meshing of acidity and pulp. Tastes right, with lime and passion fruit leading the charge. A dry, clean style of SB with only a touch of green.",Block Selection Reserve,11,88,Limarí Valley,,,La Playa 2010 Block Selection Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2010-block-selection-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-limari-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,La Playa 13,Red,New Zealand,"This Syrah is really attractive upfront, with aromas of sweet pastry crust, baked plum, licorice and cracked pepper. The plum and blackberry fruit is balanced by some savory elements on the palate, which doesn't show a lot of weight or length. A pretty wine to drink over the next couple of years.",Silistria,30,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Gunn Estate 2007 Silistria Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gunn-estate-2007-silistria-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2007,Gunn Estate ,Red,Italy,"This dense Nebbiolo opens with a dark, concentrated style that is followed by chewy, mature aromas of ripe fruit, mocha and carob seed. There's a soft note of spice along with tight, drying tannins on the finish.",Mombeltramo Riserva,48,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Malvirà 2007 Mombeltramo Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malvira-2007-mombeltramo-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Malvirà 14,Red,Italy,"Match this easy wine with brick oven pizza on sourdough crust or juicy grilled sausage. Made with the Dolcetto grape, the wine is loaded with bright fruit tones of blueberry and black cherry and offers a thick, creamy mouthfeel.",Il Clou di Clavesana,,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Clavesana 2008 Il Clou di Clavesana (Dolcetto di Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clavesana-2008-il-clou-di-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2008,Clavesana 13.5,Red,Romania,"Deeply concentrated on the nose with pure black fruit and whiffs of toast and wood, this Merlot packs a lot of bang for the buck. Full bodied and dry, it's mellow but bright, overflowing with cassis and black cherry flavors and a fresh, herbal finish.",Frunza,7,87,Viile Timisului,,,Cameron Hughes 2009 Frunza Merlot (Viile Timisului),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-frunza-merlot-viile-timisului/,Merlot,2009,Cameron Hughes 14.5,Red,Chile,"Crushed mineral, herbs and solid berry and plum aromas lead to a tannic, wide, grabby palate with sweet flavors of raspberry jam, prune and brown sugar. Turns heavier and more chunky and baked on the finish. Definitely a ripe Cab.",Single Vineyard,18,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Chilcas 2008 Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2008-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Chilcas 12.3,White,US,"Light, clean, gently spicy pear and apple fruit flavors are set in a crisp white wine with fine acidity. The hints of white pepper give it detail and interest; the fresh acidity encourages that second and third glass. Drink this chilled.",,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mercer 2009 Pinot Gris (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Gris,2009,Mercer 13.5,Red,Chile,"Reduced on the nose, with blueberry, boysenberry and syrupy aromas that reflect the 55% Malbec in this Malbec-CS-Syrah blend. The palate is rich but flat, with dark flavors of black fruits, blueberrry and black licorice. Chunky and a little off the grid, but still good for a bulky wine.",Reserva Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,17,87,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2009 Reserva Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah Red (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2009-reserva-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-red-limari-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Tamaya 14.4,Red,US,"Soft, light in body and easy to drink, this Sangiovese, from the Napa estate vineyard, is delicious in raspberry, red currant, licorice, bacon and spice flavors. It's somewhat ephemeral, an instantly pleasant wine to drink especially with cured meats, olives, hard cheeses.",Estate,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 2007 Estate Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-2007-estate-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2007,Benessere 12.8,White,US,"Shows the winery's characteristic green, tart gooseberry flavors and zesty acidity. There's a richer streak of grapefruits and pineapples. It's an elegant wine whose low alcohol, below 13%, doesn't prevent it from being dry.",,18,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frog's Leap 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Frog's Leap 13,White,New Zealand,"This Marlborough Sauvignon from a Hawke's Bay winery is a little on the herbal side—even close to vegetal, although it doesn't quite go that far. A trace of sweetness lingers to balance out the tobacco- and tomato-leaf elements.",,15,87,Marlborough,,,Crossroads 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossroads-2010-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Crossroads 13,Red,Bulgaria,"Harmonious on the nose and palate with ripe black plums and cassis enveloped by a layer of char and smoke. Medium to full bodied with structured acidity, it's a straightforward but sound Merlot with powdery, soft tannins and a tasty black cherry and graham cracker finish.",Veni Vidi Vici,8,87,Thracian Valley,,,Vini 2009 Veni Vidi Vici Merlot (Thracian Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vini-2009-veni-vidi-vici-merlot-thracian-valley/,Merlot,2009,Vini 13.5,White,US,"A light, easy Viognier that's not oily like some versions of this variety, but pleasingly tropical, smelling of pineapple and guava with ripe melon on the finish.",Estate,16,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Jaxon Keys 2009 Estate Viognier (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaxon-keys-2009-estate-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Viognier,2009,Jaxon Keys 14,Red,Chile,"Forceful, meaty and a little herbal on the nose, but still pretty solid for $9 Merlot. The palate is full and sizable, with plum, berry and herbal flavors creating Chilean typicity. Falls off on the finish, turning more herbal, but overall it's a good value wine.",Estate Collection,9,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2010 Estate Collection Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2010-estate-collection-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2010,Viu Manent 14,Red,Chile,"Prickly at first, then more earthy and leathery as the nose shifts to black cherry. Medium to almost full in body, with cherry, lightly baked plum and a wave of toasty flavors. Chocolaty and oaky on the finish, and showing varietal character and integrity.",Reserva,12,86,Maule Valley,,,Chilensis 2009 Reserva Pinot Noir (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilensis-2009-reserva-pinot-noir-maule-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Chilensis 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's a tiny hint of cured meat, bresaola or barnyard at the very onset. Those flatter aromas are followed by brighter and sharper tones of berry fruit and root beer.",Fiorenza,22,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Paolo Manzone 2009 Fiorenza (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-manzone-2009-fiorenza-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2009,Paolo Manzone 13.4,White,US,"With crisp, mouthwatering acidity, this Sauvignon Blanc has rich pineapple, lemon, green apple and honeysuckle flavors. It's kind of candy sweet on the finish.",,28,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Conspire 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conspire-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Conspire 13.5,Red,US,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc, Merlot and Petite Sirah starts off with cassis, chocolate and mushroom aromas but becomes a little one-dimensional on the palate, though otherwise is balanced and relatively light in alcohol (13.5%).",Aspects,28,86,California,Lake County,Lake County,Diamond Ridge Vineyards 2007 Aspects Red (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-ridge-vineyards-2007-aspects-red-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Red Blend,2007,Diamond Ridge Vineyards 13,White,US,"Another Best Buy from Barefoot, which is able to turn out good wines at giveaway prices. The wine is basically dry, very crisp in acidity and pleasant in lemon, lime, melon, nectarine and honey flavors.",,7,86,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-sauvignon-blanc-california-133676/,Sauvignon Blanc,,Barefoot 13.5,White,Chile,"A bit heavy and oily on the nose, with chunky passion fruit and pink grapefruit aromas. The palate is weighty and the flavors run toward tropical fruit before pithy, almost bitter passion fruit takes over. A bulky, semigreen wine with tropical shadings.",,17,86,Aconcagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2010-sauvignon-blanc-aconcagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Arboleda ,White,France,"An attractively soft wine, with good acidity and a fresh citrus character. Very fresh, very forward and fruity, with just a touch of toast. For drinking now.",,27,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Alex Gambal 2009 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alex-gambal-2009-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2009,Alex Gambal 14,Red,Chile,"Brambly and baked on the nose, with crusty black fruit aromas and vanilla accents. The palate has a clacky feel and comes up lean in the middle, with herbal red berry and light, leafy flavors. Finishes dry, with a tobacco note.",Axel,20,86,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2008 Axel Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2008-axel-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,La Playa 12.5,White,Greece,"This white blend offers bright aromas and flavors of grapefruit, pear and green apple. There's also an interesting floral note here as well which balances the leaner fruits. The wine finishes crisp with a minerally lime spin. Pair with raw oysters, grilled fish or chicken.",Estate Hatzimichalis Veriki,26,86,Atalanti Valley,,,Hatzimichalis 2009 Estate Hatzimichalis Veriki White (Atalanti Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hatzimichalis-2009-estate-veriki-white-atalanti-valley/,White Blend,2009,Hatzimichalis 14,Red,Greece,"Allspice, pepper and violet on the nose is followed by sweet cedar, cigar box and cherry. The wine has an ageable character and a serious bent. Pair with grilled meat, stews.",Domaine Hatzimichalis Kapnias,37,86,Atalanti Valley,,,Hatzimichalis 2006 Domaine Hatzimichalis Kapnias Red (Atalanti Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hatzimichalis-2006-domaine-kapnias-red-atalanti-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Hatzimichalis 14.5,White,US,A Sierra Foothills Viognier full of peach fuzz and honeysuckle with layered textures of honey and a medium finish.,,20,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Holly's Hill 2010 Viognier (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollys-hill-2010-viognier-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Viognier,2010,Holly's Hill 14.3,White,US,"With zesty acidity, this Chardonnay's ripe pineapple, green apple and pear fruit flavors are balanced with a clean scour. It's a little sweet and direct, a wine to drink now.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,HB 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hb-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,HB 14.2,White,US,"Lots of ripe pineapple and tropical fruit flavors in this direct, one-dimensional wine. Lots of oak, too, with a veneer of buttered toast and vanilla. Easy to find, with 10,000 cases produced.",,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Main & Geary 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/main-geary-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Main & Geary 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Italian red blend offers simple, short aromas of red cherry and blueberry over a tight, crisp mouthfeel. Pair this easy wine with roast beef or ground meat pasta sauce.",Arpàss,19,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Rocca Felice 2009 Arpàss Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-felice-2009-arpass-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2009,Rocca Felice 13.5,Red,Italy,"This plush, food-friendly blend of Dolcetto and Barbera offers foxy notes of fresh grapes and black cherry along a clean, albeit simple, mouthfeel. A good pairing idea is crispy fried chicken.",Dolbà,22,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Viberti 2010 Dolbà Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viberti-2010-dolba-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2010,Viberti 14,Red,Italy,"This plump and juicy Dolcetto opens with easy fruit tones of blueberry and black cherry followed by a sour, slightly sharp mouthfeel. Pair this informal wine with meat or oven-roased pasta.",,,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Clavesana 2008 Dolcetto di Dogliani,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clavesana-2008-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2008,Clavesana ,Red,Italy,"A slightly bitter aroma of citrus or sour spice opens the nose of this Riserva Barbaresco. There's also a hint of dried apple or pear and the wine follows with a tight, lean mouthfeel.",Bricco Riserva,65,86,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Dante Rivetti 2006 Bricco Riserva (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dante-rivetti-2006-bricco-riserva-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2006,Dante Rivetti 14,Red,US,"Shows classic varietal flavors of cherries, raspberries and Dr. Pepper, with a sweet edge of smoky oak. Enjoyable now for its forward fruit and silky texture.",,17,86,California,California Other,California,Donovan-Parke 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donovan-parke-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Donovan-Parke ,Red,France,"Soft, perfumed and ripe, piled with acidity and some sweetness. Fresh red cherries pour out of the glass, along with final crispness.",Les Dames Huguettes,25,86,Burgundy,Côte de Nuits-Villages,,Domaine Bertagna 2008 Les Dames Huguettes (Côte de Nuits-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2008-dames-huguettes-pinot-noir-cote-nuits-villages/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Bertagna 12,White,Italy,"Aged only in stainless steel to preserve its fresh, clean flavors, this expression of Favorita (a little-known white wine grape from northern Italy) offers lively tones of lemon zest, white blossom and cut grass.",,16,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Giacomo Vico 2010 Favorita (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2010-italian-white-favorita-langhe/,Favorita,2010,Giacomo Vico 13.9,Red,US,"Not much aroma out of this wine at first. From one of Livermore's better vineyards, Ghielmetti, this Malbec has a tannic backbone, is quite dry, very ripe and with the requisite blue and blackberry and hint of clove. Not as layered as it could be.",Ghielmetti Vineyard,27,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2008 Ghielmetti Vineyard Malbec (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2008-ghielmetti-vineyard-malbec-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Malbec,2008,Fenestra 13.5,Red,Chile,"Muscular and dark for a $10 red, with aromas of herbs, olive and black fruits. The feel is tight and linear but clean, with grapey, lightly herbal flavors of blackberry and dark plum. Spice and licorice notes grace the juicy finish. Solid wine for the price.",,10,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Cono Sur 2009 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2009-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Cono Sur 11,Red,Italy,"Già markets itself as “the wine you've been waiting for.” Packaged in a one-liter bottle, this blend of Nebbiolo, Barbera and Dolcetto offers simple fruit tones and firm tannins. It's a youthful, easy-drinking red at just 11% alcohol.",1-liter,16,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Già 2010 1-liter Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gia-2010-1-liter-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2010,Già 12.5,Red,Italy,"This bright Pinot Nero from Monferrato in Piedmont offers ripe raspberry and cherry aromas with spice, polished stone and leather. The wine is simple and lean in the mouth.",,30,86,Piedmont,Monferrato,,La Scolca 2007 Pinot Nero (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scolca-2007-pinot-noir-nero-monferrato/,Pinot Nero,2007,La Scolca ,White,US,"Juicy and textural, this fresh and lightly spicy Chardonnay showcases mineral and herbal flavors—wet stone, cilantro, and jicama. The finish brings just a suggestion of oak aging, with a light streak of bourbon barrel.",,12,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),RiverAerie 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riveraerie-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,RiverAerie ,White,US,"This is sourced from old vine (1973) vines. It has hints of band-aid scents, and a tropical, tutti-fruity flavor. Plenty of acidity, and excellent length, but not entirely knit together. The jury is out.",The Composer,30,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Rasa 2009 The Composer Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rasa-2009-composer-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Rasa 12,White,Italy,"This wine is a pleasurable, easy-drinking white blend (85% Trebbiano and 15% Chardonnay) that would pair well with summer pasta dishes or tuna salad. The bouquet is characterized by a fresh, green note of kiwi or cut grass. Crisp acidity keeps the palate refreshed.",,13,86,Lombardy,Capriano del Colle,,San Michele 2010 Trebbiano (Capriano del Colle),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-michele-2010-italian-white-trebbiano-capriano-colle/,Trebbiano,2010,San Michele 13,Red,France,"A perfumed wine, concentrated while soft in texture. It is the sort of wine that rolls amply around the mouth. The edge of tannins is just to give point to the red fruits and acidity.",,22,86,Burgundy,Côte de Beaune-Villages,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Côte de Beaune-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-pinot-noir-cote-beaune-villages/,Pinot Noir,2008,Joseph Drouhin 14.6,White,US,"This bold, barrel-fermented Chardonnay hits the palate with bright fruit broadly displayed across a full-bodied middle. It's lightly buttery, blocky and built for easy enjoyment.",,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Cave B 14.4,Red,US,"Bone dry and tart, with a real bite. Technically, the acidity isn't terribly high, but for whatever reason the wine tastes sharp. The cherry flavors have pretty mushroom and mineral complexities.",Griva Vineyard,38,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mercy 2009 Griva Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercy-2009-griva-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2009,Mercy 13.3,White,US,"This is a clean, fruity, pleasant white wine that could just as easily be something along the lines of an Italian Orvieto rather than a Washington Sauv Blanc. Melon and cucumber, fresh acidity, and alcohol just a little over 13%.",,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mercer 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2009-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Mercer 14.3,Red,US,"Cherry and plum fruit flavors seem a little fragmented and highly acidic. Young tasting, but tasting just on the green side of ripe, despite the 14.3% alcohol.",,25,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Crayelle Cellars 2007 Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crayelle-cellars-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2007,Crayelle Cellars ,Red,Italy,"This Roero opens with fresh, chewy and mature tones of ripe cherry, dark fruit, plum, spice and tar. The mouthfeel is layered with more spice and meaty fruit nuances throughout.",,,86,Piedmont,Roero,,Careglio 2008 Roero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/careglio-2008-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2008,Careglio 13.5,Red,France,"A wine that feels warm, although with important layers of tannin and structure. The red cherry fruit gives a juicy, as well as pepper, character to the wine. Full, ripe and with excellent acidity.",Les Valozières,64,86,Burgundy,Aloxe-Corton,,Roux Père et Fils 2008 Les Valozières (Aloxe-Corton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2008-valozieres-pinot-noir-aloxe-corton/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roux Père et Fils 13.5,Red,Italy,"Nebbiolo Roccardo is a thin, light and focused wine with defined aromas of forest fruit and bramble and a sharp, crisp close. Pair this wine with ravioli stuffed with spinach and ricotta cheese and served with melted butter.",Roccardo,25,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Rocche Costamagna 2007 Roccardo Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-costamagna-2007-roccardo-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2007,Rocche Costamagna 12.5,White,Greece,"The floral, lush nose of this white is followed by waves of orange, lemon and kiwi. The wine is focused and simple, with an everyday appeal.",Rhoditis,13,86,Nemea,,,Kouros 2010 Rhoditis Roditis (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kouros-2010-rhoditis-greek-white-roditis-nemea/,Roditis,2010,Kouros 14,Red,Greece,"Plum and black cherry on the nose and mocha, vanilla and spice on the palate give this Merlot wide appeal. Medium-bodied, easy-drinking and modern, the red is a solid, if somewhat straightforward, selection. Pair with game, poultry.",Estate Hatzimichalis,20,86,Atalanti Valley,,,Hatzimichalis 2007 Estate Hatzimichalis Merlot (Atalanti Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hatzimichalis-2007-estate-merlot-atalanti-valley/,Merlot,2007,Hatzimichalis 13,Red,Greece,"An appealing nose of cinnamon, cedar and allspice is followed by masculine, focused flavors of leather, tobacco leaf, cherry and spice on this plucky red. Give it some time in the glass and pair it with grilled lamb.",Paliokalias,24,86,Naoussa,,,Dalamara 2005 Paliokalias Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dalamara-2005-paliokalias-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,2005,Dalamara 14.5,Red,Italy,"Briccoserra (a blend of red grapes from Piedmont in northern Italy) offers awkward aromas of mature fruit and smoked meat, along the lines of honey baked ham or cured beef. You can feel the heat in the mouth and the bold intensity of the structure.",Briccoserra,52,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Cigliuti 2007 Briccoserra Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cigliuti-2007-briccoserra-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2007,Cigliuti 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Oyster Bay has turned a nicely supple, easy-drinking 2009 Pinot Noir at a realistic price. Toast and vanilla notes accent strawberry fruit, finshing clean and fresh. Drink now.",,20,86,Marlborough,,,Oyster Bay 2009 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oyster-bay-2009-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2009,Oyster Bay 13.8,Red,US,"A soft, gentle Cabernet, with flavors of blackberries, cherries, raspberries, cassis and sweet oak. Drink this rich, forward wine now.",,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Main & Geary 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/main-geary-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Main & Geary 13,White,New Zealand,"This is a simple but balanced example of unoaked Chardonnay, featuring straightforward apple and citrus flavors. It's light to medium in body, marked by a hint of struck flint on the nose and a burst of lime-like acidity on the finish.",Unoaked,14,86,Nelson,,,Nelson Bay 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nelson-bay-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-nelson/,Chardonnay,2009,Nelson Bay 13,White,Greece,"Toasty aromas are followed by flavors of fresh white fruit and nuts on the palate. The wine has a leaner character than one might expect from the nose but is fresh, clean and appealing. A nice everyday white.",Geromilos Farms,14,86,Messinia,,,Dimitra 2010 Geromilos Farms White (Messinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dimitra-2010-geromilos-farms-white-messinia/,White Blend,2010,Dimitra 14.2,Red,US,"A blend of Cabernet, Sangiovese, Merlot and Syrah, this wine is pleasantly sweet for drinking now. It's all about raspberry and cherry fruit and spices. Would score higher if not for the sugary finish.",Phenomenon,50,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 2006 Phenomenon Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-2006-phenomenon-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Benessere 14.1,Rose,US,"Made from Sangiovese and Barbera, this blush wine is forward and jammy in raspberries, strawberries, sweetened herb tea and cinnamon spice. Crisp acidity fortunately provides clean balance. It's a nice wine to drink this summer with ham, fruit, hots dogs, burgers.",Piccolo Rosso,26,86,California,California Other,California,Bella Luna 2010 Piccolo Rosso Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-luna-2010-piccolo-rosso-rose-other/,Rosé,2010,Bella Luna 12.5,White,US,"An incredibly fair price for a fairly low in alcohol (12%) Chardonnay sourced from throughout California. The wine veers tropical but also exhibits plenty of green apple, lemon and honey. Mellow on the finish and all-around easy to drink.",,7,86,California,California Other,California,Backhouse 2010 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backhouse-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Backhouse ,Red,France,"An attractive, open-fruited wine, with fresh raspberry acidity—very Pinot in its juiciness and red fruit flavors.",,45,86,Burgundy,Chorey-lès-Beaune,,Alex Gambal 2009 Chorey-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alex-gambal-2009-pinot-noir-chorey-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2009,Alex Gambal 14.5,White,US,"Simple and sweet, this Chard charms with pineapple, tangerine, Meyer lemon, buttered toast and cinnamon spice flavors. It's not especially complex, but will dazzle Chardophiles who want richness and oak.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Armida 2010 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-2010-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Armida 13,Red,Chile,"A warm, bold nose with leather, olive and herbs is a bit forced and heavy. In the mouth, this is big and round, with herbal, mildly green flavors of plum mixed with olive and mint. Soft and creamy on the finish.",,9,86,Rapel Valley,,,Anakena 2010 Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anakena-2010-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Anakena 13,White,Lebanon,"Smoky and rich with a swirl of petrol, dried apple and smoked nut skin flavors on the nose and palate, this is a dry, full-bodied white blend that's intentionally savory in style. Pleasantly pithy in the midpalate with hints of sun-dried hay and orange peel.",Musar Jeune,20,86,Bekaa Valley,,,Château Musar 2009 Musar Jeune White (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-musar-2009-jeune-white-bekaa-valley/,White Blend,2009,Château Musar 13,Rose,Lebanon,"A shower of rose petals brightens subdued strawberry and cherry flavors on this elegant dry rosé made from Cinsault. Full bodied on the palate with a clean, stony minerality on the finish.",Musar Jeune,20,86,Bekaa Valley,,,Château Musar 2009 Musar Jeune Rosé (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-musar-2009-jeune-rose-bekaa-valley/,Rosé,2009,Château Musar 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and dull in texture. Despite rich, elaborate layers of blackberries, cherries, blueberries, chocolate and toasty oak, it lacks vibrancy and vitality. It's mainly Merlot and Malbec.",La Conviviance,90,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2007 La Conviviance Red (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2007-conviviance-red-central-coast-monterey-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Julien 14.6,Red,US,"Brambly fruit, loam, pencil lead and tarry notes morph into a high acid, thickly tannic mouthfeel. Spicy plum and pie cherry fruit thins out quickly, with a lightly toasty finish.",,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Cave B ,White,US,"Very much in the mode of the Boomtown Pinot Gris, this is clean, crisp and refreshing, with light, melony fruit and a strong mineral streak. It's bracing and textural, rather light and fun for sipping, though not especially varietal.",,13,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Boomtown 2010 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boomtown-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Boomtown 13,Red,Romania,"Puckery sweet morello cherries scent this refreshing, medium-bodied Romanian Pinot Noir. On the palate, jammy red fruit is balanced by soft tannins and glimmers of granite, gravel and sun-dried hay. Not too shabby at $7.",Frunza,7,86,Viile Timisului,,,Cameron Hughes 2009 Frunza Pinot Noir (Viile Timisului),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-frunza-pinot-noir-viile-timisului/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cameron Hughes 13.5,Red,Italy,"An all-Lombardy expression of Barbera (a native grape usually associated with Piedmont but also tightly tied to Oltrepo Pavese), Tre offers deep, layered aromas of dark chocolate, exotic spice and black fruit. Bright acidity, polished tannins and blueberry flavors mark the finish.",Tre,14,86,Lombardy,Oltrepò Pavese,,Calvi 2007 Tre Barbera (Oltrepò Pavese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvi-2007-tre-barbera-oltrepo-pavese/,Barbera,2007,Calvi 13.5,Red,Italy,"This light and fresh Barbera d'Asti would make a perfect companion to cheesy pizza with sausage and broccoli. The wine offers youthful aromas of ripe cherry, raspberry and sour almond skin.",La Braja,,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Castello di Gabiano 2009 La Braja (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabiano-2009-braja-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2009,Castello di Gabiano 13.5,Red,Italy,"This expression of Freisa from the Asti area of northern Italy opens with sharp berry and underbrush aromas with earthy, rubber-like tones in the background. Notice the commemorative bottle for Italy's 150th Unification anniversary.",150 Anniversario,20,86,Piedmont,Asti,,Il Vino dei Padri 2010 150 Anniversario Freisa (Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-vino-padri-2010-150-anniversario-italian-red-freisa-asti/,Freisa,2010,Il Vino dei Padri ,Red,Italy,"Sergentin, a Nebbiolo-based Roero, exhibits soft oak shadings of exotic spice and vanilla along with dark berry and cassis. In the mouth, the wine shows a thin, compact style with a touch of sourness on the finish.",Sergentin,,86,Piedmont,Roero,,Fabrizio Battaglino 2008 Sergentin (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabrizio-battaglino-2008-sergentin-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2008,Fabrizio Battaglino 13.5,White,Chile,"Lemon, apple and other standard aromas give it a familiar if unspectacular opening. The palate is full, mildly creamy and offers decent acidity in support of peach and nectarine flavors. Solid as a whole for $12 Chilean Chardonnay.",Estate Reserva,12,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2010 Estate Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2010-estate-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Errazuriz 14.4,White,US,"Sweet and fruity in orange, pineapple, pear and lime flavors, with a good burst of acidity for balance. A rich, spicy New World-style Chardonnay for drinking now.",Estate,18,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2009 Estate Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2009-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2009,Midnight 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a fresh and focused Nebbiolo from Alba, northern Italy, with sweet berry and cherry nuances backed by crisp and sharp acidity. Pair this wine with foods that have some sort of heavy cheese or cream sauce component.",Tutto a Mano Valmaggiore,30,86,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Orlando Abrigo 2008 Tutto a Mano Valmaggiore (Nebbiolo d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orlando-abrigo-2008-tutto-a-mano-valmaggiore-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2008,Orlando Abrigo 11.5,White,Greece,"This Roditis starts with a lovely, aromatic nose of tropical fruit and lemon, followed by a fuller bodied wave of pineapple, citrus and spice. Finish is lingering and fresh. An approachable expression of a fine, ancient grape.",Asprolithi,15,86,Patras,,,Oenoforos 2010 Asprolithi Roditis (Patras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oenoforos-2010-asprolithi-greek-white-roditis-patras/,Roditis,2010,Oenoforos 12.5,Red,Greece,"Pretty aromas of vanilla, blackberry and currant are followed by rounded black fruit flavors. Hints of violet and spiced nuts add character. A wine with a delicate touch, it can be enjoyed alone or paired with lighter dishes like fish or pork.",,14,86,Peloponnese,,,Nasiakos 2008 Agiorgitiko (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nasiakos-2008-greek-red-agiorgitiko-peloponnese/,Agiorgitiko,2008,Nasiakos 13,Red,Italy,"This Dolcetto from the celebrated Dogliani wine region in Piedmont offers simple, short consistency with bright fruit flavors and aromas. It's an easy-drinking, one-dimensional wine that would pair with picnic foods or grilled sausage.",,12,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Clavesana 2009 Dolcetto di Dogliani,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clavesana-2009-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,2009,Clavesana ,White,US,"This is for acid lovers only. Tart almost to the point of sourness, it is saved by its sharply etched green apple crispness. Definitely a Sauvignon Blanc in the style of a piercing Quincy, with that sort of acidity, but not the minerality.",,13,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Claar 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claar-2010-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Claar 13,White,Chile,"Oceanic and green, with lots of pop and Sauvignon character. The palate is tight, linear and citric, with sharp acidity. Tastes citrusy and zesty, with flavors of passion fruit and lemon-lime. Similar on the finish, with a snappy edge.",Winemaker's Selection Single Vineyard,18,86,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2010 Winemaker's Selection Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2010-winemakers-selection-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-limari-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Tamaya 15.4,Red,US,"Despite its 15.4% alcohol, this Syrah seems light through the middle. It's got syrupy barrel flavors of bourbon and caramel that overshadow the pretty red fruit. The alcohol doesn't burn, but the wine does not have the mass to compensate. Drink up.",,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Tempus Cellars 2008 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tempus-cellars-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Tempus Cellars 12.5,White,US,"Lots of sweet, ripe apricot, citrus and honeysuckle flavors in this wine, which straddles the line between dry and off dry. It's brightened with crisp acidity. A nice, versatile white wine for drinking with a wide range of fare.",,12,86,California,California Other,California,Silver Ridge 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-ridge-2008-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Silver Ridge 14.5,Red,US,"Feels heavy and soft, and tastes rather sweet and extracted in jammy blackberry, cherry and chocolate flavors. Yet the tannins are smooth and refined. There's some possibility the wine may age beyond its current doldrums into something better.",Reserve,55,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spelletich Cellars 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spelletich-cellars-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Spelletich Cellars ,Red,France,"With its tannins, this is initially a firm wine, but then ripe berry fruits emerge, followed by great acidity and freshness.",,45,86,Burgundy,Aloxe-Corton,,Louis Latour 2009 Aloxe-Corton,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-pinot-noir-aloxe-corton/,Pinot Noir,2009,Louis Latour 14.4,White,US,"Showing oaky flavors of vanilla, butterscotch and buttered toast, this Chardonnay has the brisk acidity of the Arroyo Seco appellation. The flavors are of pineapples, oranges and limes.",Zabala Vineyard,30,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mercy 2009 Zabala Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercy-2009-zabala-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2009,Mercy ,Red,US,"Sugary sweet, while very high alcohol adds even sweeter tastes of glycerine. The wine itself is jammy in raspberries and blackberries. A big, lusty, tannic wine whose power will be balanced with rich barbecue.",Jack's Cabin,39,86,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Mauritson 2009 Jack's Cabin Zinfandel (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2009-jacks-cabin-zinfandel-sonoma-rockpile/,Zinfandel,2009,Mauritson 13.5,Red,Chile,"Tobacco, licorice, green herb and molasses aromas lead to a juicy, tight palate with black fruit flavors, spice and herbal notes. Solid and fairly long on the finish, with mild blackberry and prune flavors.",Reserva,12,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Veramonte 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Veramonte 13.5,White,US,"Easy to like for its dry, clean Chardonnay personality, and at this price, a great bargain. Shows polished tangerine, lemon chiffon, vanilla and buttered toast flavors, in a creamy texture.",,9,86,California,California Other,California,Lucky Star 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucky-star-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Lucky Star 13,White,US,"A clean, crisp Sauvignon Blanc with a sweet, pineapple nose and flavors of mango and melon that finishes sweet. Made from vineyards overlooking Clear Lake in the High Valley AVA, 2,200 feet up in Lake County.",,16,86,California,Lake County,High Valley,Angel's Secret 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (High Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angels-secret-2010-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-high-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Angel's Secret 13,White,Slovenia,"Honeyed on the nose with bursts of ripe yellow peach and apricot, this dry, full-bodied Sauvignon is similarly soft and fruity on the palate. Fresh green floral and herb notes add vibrance to a moderately long finish.",,15,86,Štajerska,,,Pullus 2009 Sauvignon (Štajerska),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pullus-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-stajerska/,Sauvignon,2009,Pullus 12.5,White,Slovenia,"Smelling sweetly of freesias and fresh apples, this full bodied dry Welschriesling counters soft, juicy white peach flavors with a bracing lime juice acidity that tingles briskly on the finish.",Laški Rizling Dry,15,86,Štajerska,,,Pullus 2009 Laški Rizling Dry Welschriesling (Štajerska),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pullus-2009-laski-rizling-dry-other-white-welschriesling-stajerska/,Welschriesling,2009,Pullus 13.2,White,US,"The grapes are from one of the warmer parts of the valley, and the wine is sweet and ripe in tangerine, apricot and vanilla flavors. Crisp acidity provides fortunate balance to this likeable young wine.",Grandview Vineyard,20,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paradise Ridge 2010 Grandview Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2010-grandview-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Paradise Ridge 13,White,Chile,"A super pungent style of SB that will knock you over with nettle, grapefruit, passion fruit and sweaty aromas. The palate is sheer and citric, with tight, angular flavors of lemon, lime, pineapple and green herbs. Zesty to the point of scouring, with jalapeño heat on the finish.",Secreto,14,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Viu Manent 2010 Secreto Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2010-secreto-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Viu Manent 14,Red,US,"A little simple, but on the plus side of that word. You'll find plenty of varietal blackberry and cherry flavors, with a kiss of oak and smooth tannins. Drink now.",,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Wheelhouse 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wheelhouse-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Wheelhouse 13.1,Red,US,"Pleasant, with soft texture and tannins and notes of cinnamon and clove, this Lodi Merlot drops a bit at the finish and is 13.1% alcohol.",Reserve,13,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Pavillion Crossing 2009 Reserve Merlot (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavillion-crossing-2009-reserve-merlot-central-valley-lodi/,Merlot,2009,Pavillion Crossing 13,Red,Italy,"One of the latest discoveries in Italy's vast patrimony of indigenous grapes, Groppello produces fresh red wines with smooth fruit and spicy characteristics. This expression portrays these qualities nicely and adds a sophisticated twist of black fruit, clove and dried tobacco.",Beana Groppello di Moniga,16,86,,Garda Classico,,Monte Cicogna 2008 Beana Groppello di Moniga (Garda Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-cicogna-2008-beana-groppello-moniga-italian-red-groppello-garda-classico/,Groppello,2008,Monte Cicogna 14.1,Red,US,"The label reads Washington, but it's a single-vineyard Yakima Valley Merlot, with small amounts of three other Bordeaux varieties blended in. Sharp, earthy and firm, with rather thin fruit flavors and a finish both tart and tannic.",,22,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Animale 2008 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/animale-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Animale 12,White,Greece,"Buttery spice and fresh citrus aromas lead this likeable white. Sea salt, graphite and ripe oranges on the palate offer crisp yet rounded flavors. A spicy finish seals the deal. Pair with fresh fish, fruit.",Estate Hatzimichalis,22,86,Atalanti Valley,,,Hatzimichalis 2009 Estate Hatzimichalis Chardonnay (Atalanti Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hatzimichalis-2009-estate-chardonnay-atalanti-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Hatzimichalis 14.3,White,US,"A delightful, simple sipper with apricot, peach and pepper with a touch of honey that finishes a bit sweet.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2009 Pinot Gris (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Fenestra ,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Roero is a low-key wine with subtle fruit and spice characteristics wrapped around a thin, streamlined mouthfeel. The best thing to do with a wine like this is pair it with a sweetish, fatty food such as oil roasted tomatoes stuffed with herbs and breadcrumbs.",Riserva,,86,Piedmont,Roero,,Fratelli Casetta 2007 Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-casetta-2007-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Fratelli Casetta 12,Red,Croatia,"Soft and sweet on the nose with scents of cherry pie, vanilla and spice, this unusually light-bodied Plavac Mali is fresh and vibrant with a bright red fruit core and zippy acidity. There's a tinge of green on the midpalate, but soft, furry tannins and the sour cherry finish are pleasant.",,12,86,Peljesac,,,Dingač Winery 2009 Plavac Mali (Peljesac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dingac-winery-2009-other-red-plavac-mali-peljesac/,Plavac Mali,2009,Dingač Winery 12.5,Red,Italy,"This modern interpretation of Dolcetto opens with plush, meaty tones of black cherry and blueberry backed by power and concentration. The finish is short, clean and tight.",You d'Oh Something to Me,13,86,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Clavesana 2010 You d'Oh Something to Me Dolcetto (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clavesana-2010-you-doh-something-to-me-italian-red-dolcetto-piedmont/,Dolcetto,2010,Clavesana 13,White,Romania,"Appley and fresh with hints of white peach and blossoms on the nose and palate, this is a straightforward yet well-made Pinot Grigio that's hard to resist for under $10. Snappy and clean with brisk acidity and a pretty green floral finish.",Dreambird,7,86,Viile Timisului,,,Cramele Recas 2009 Dreambird Pinot Grigio (Viile Timisului),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cramele-recas-2009-dreambird-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-viile-timisului/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Cramele Recas 13,Red,Italy,"Groppello (86%) is blended with small percentages of Sangiovese and Marzemino to produce a brambly, spicy red wine with forest floor, cassis, dried raspberry and pipe tobacco aromas. There's loads of freshly ground black pepper, and the wine is capped by a sour finish.",,15,86,Lombardy,Riviera del Garda Bresciano,,Averoldi Francesco 2008 Riviera del Garda Bresciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/averoldi-francesco-2008-italian-red-groppello-riviera-garda-bresciano/,Groppello,2008,Averoldi Francesco 13.7,White,Chile,"Browning in color and showing premature age, this big, oaky Chardonnay is at peak maturity and won't make it too far past 2011. In the meantime, there's fleshy, baked aromas and flavors of sweet pear, toast, buttery notes and resin.",Lot 226,15,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Cameron Hughes 2008 Lot 226 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2008-lot-226-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Cameron Hughes 13,Red,Italy,"This easy expression of Nebbiolo from Cascina Adelaide shows slightly disjointed tones of cherry and toasted oak (like the aromas you get with freshly sawed wood) and a short, clean close. Those toasted notes seem a bit heavy on the light frame of fruit offered here.",,35,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Cascina Adelaide 2007 Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-adelaide-2007-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2007,Cascina Adelaide 12.8,White,US,"Sweet and sour acidity marks this dry wine, made from a variety that's been out of fashion for decades. With just a touch of oak, its tart tangerine, citron, lemongrass and mineral flavors star. Drink as an offbeat, low-alcohol alternative to Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio.",Old Vines,18,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Y Rousseau 2010 Old Vines Colombard (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rousseau-2010-old-vines-other-white-colombard-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Colombard,2010,Y Rousseau 14.5,Red,US,"Rich and soft and silky, a nice Pinot for drinking now. Flatters for its wealth of raspberries, cherries, persimmons, cola, spices and sandalwood.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Windsor Sonoma 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-sonoma-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Windsor Sonoma 14,Red,Chile,"Herbal plum and olive aromas are robust and far from generic. The palate is lush and layered, with baked berry, pepper, spice and tobacco flavors. Lifted and sturdy on the finish, with ripeness and power. A steal for the money.",Petirrojo,7,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2010 Petirrojo Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2010-petirrojo-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Viña Bisquertt 15.3,Red,US,"For those who like their Zins on the sweet side, this one's rich in raspberry and cherry jam flavor, with the sweet, honeyed taste of glycerine from high alcohol.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,VC Cellars 2006 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vc-cellars-2006-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,VC Cellars 14,Red,Chile,"Opens with cherry and spiced aromas. The palate is plump and chewy, with full tannins and earthy, herbal flavors of roast plum and olive. Finishes big and chunky, with solid Cabernet (60%) and Carmenère (40%) character. Good for what amounts to a basic red wine.",Aliwen Reserva,12,87,Rapel Valley,,,Undurraga 2009 Aliwen Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2009-aliwen-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2009,Undurraga 14.5,Red,Italy,"Tenuta Rocca delivers a taut, balanced Barbera d'Alba with bright fruit tones of cherry and plump blueberry backed by subtle spice and almond. The wine offers a medium to long finish with bright crispness at the end.",,19,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Tenuta Rocca 2008 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rocca-2008-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Tenuta Rocca 15.3,Red,US,"With rich, sweet blackberry and cocoa flavors, this is a very nice Cabernet for drinking with a good meal. It's a little rough around the edges, with jaggy tannins. Ready now.",,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Robert Mondavi 13.5,White,US,"Lots to like in this rich, creamy Chardonnay. It has very ripe flavors of oranges, green apples and pineapples, with a touch of oak and some firm minerality. Zesty acidity provides balance.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2010 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2010-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2010,Robert Hall ,Red,US,"In this high acid year, the wine shows a tart streak of citrus, almost like a Syrah. It has not really come together, despite ample bottle age––the acids stick out, and the fruit is submerged by the flavors of new French oak.",Black Magic,35,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Reasons 2008 Black Magic Malbec (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reasons-2008-black-magic-malbec-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Malbec,2008,Reasons 13.5,Red,US,"With 13% Cabernet Franc in the blend, this has significant heft and a dark streak with flavors of herb, bark and fungus. The fruit is light and tangy, but the overall structure is fine, with supporting acidity and alcohol at 13.5%.",,9,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Washington Hills 2008 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/washington-hills-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Washington Hills ,Red,Italy,"Roero Rabino is accented by sweet touches of cinnamon and nutmeg that are offset by cassis, dried blueberry, leather and tobacco. This sturdy red wine presents a very nice ensemble that is capped by a tight, astringent close.",,,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Rabino 2008 Roero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rabino-2008-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2008,Rabino 14.7,Red,US,"Soft and sweetly jammy in cherries, blackberries and cassis, with lots of toasty oak. It's quite a good wine, refined and flashy in the modern style, but somewhat obvious in appeal. Probably showing its best now. Tasted twice, with consistent results.",,100,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tortuga Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortuga-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tortuga Vineyards 13.5,Red,Italy,"Mostly Nebbiolo (90%) with a small component of Vespalina grapes, this dark garnet colored Ghemma offers aromas of wild mushroom, dry earth, spice, prune and cassis. There's an interesting elegance here that is accented by crispness and firmness.",,40,87,Piedmont,Ghemme,,Torraccia del Piantavigna 2005 Ghemme,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torraccia-piantavigna-2005-nebbiolo-ghemme/,Nebbiolo,2005,Torraccia del Piantavigna 14.5,Red,US,"A good wine to drink now for its sweet, ripe berry and mocha flavors and smoky coat of oak. It has smooth tannins and a spicy finish. Give it a good decant to let it breathe for a few hours.",,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mount Veeder 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-veeder-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Mount Veeder ,Red,Italy,"Roero Torretta offers that extra touch of ripeness, softness and pulp that helps balance out the natural bitterness and astringency of Nebbiolo. Aromas include dark, tar-like nuances with spice, plum and worn leather.",Torretta,26,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Marco Porello 2008 Torretta (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-porello-2008-torretta-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2008,Marco Porello 13,Red,New Zealand,"This wine is light in color, but still packs a mouthful of flavor. It's peppery and meaty upfront, filled out on the midpalate by tart fruit that verges on cranberry in flavor. Pretty rather than potent; drink now-2014.",,18,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Otto's Constant Dream 2008 Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ottos-constant-dream-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2008,Otto's Constant Dream 13.5,Red,Italy,"This easygoing, fresh Nebbiolo delivers crisp aromas of small berry and forest floor with background notes of root beer and smoked bacon. Pair this wine with beef stew and potatoes.",Settevie,14,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Orlando Abrigo 2008 Settevie Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orlando-abrigo-2008-settevie-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2008,Orlando Abrigo 14.2,Red,US,"Very tannic and dry, especially for a 2007 Cabernet, not showing the fatness and opulence of that acclaimed vintage. There are some buried treasure blackberry and cassis flavors, but the wine is so tough, you have to wonder if it will ever come around.",,49,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Maldonado 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maldonado-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Maldonado 14.6,Red,US,"Made in a rich, softly sweet style, this Pinot has flamboyant, decadent flavors of raspberry and cherry jam, accented with cocoa and anise. It's a delicious, approachable wine for drinking now.",,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,O'Connor 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oconnor-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,O'Connor 13,White,Greece,"The nose on this white is soft and creamy, with a burst of fresh fruit. Flavors of tropical fruit and melon on the palate are integrated and fresh. A white with poise and everyday appeal, to be paired with grilled fish and chicken.",Château Julia,20,87,Drama,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2009 Château Julia Assyrtico (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2009-chateau-julia-greek-white-assyrtico-drama/,Assyrtico,2009,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 14.1,Red,US,"Big and full-bodied for a Pinot Noir, almost like a Grenache in its rich cherry and red currant power. It's a good wine, delicious in its own way, but an outlier for a Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir.",Rockin' H Ranch Vineyards,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Gauthier 2009 Rockin' H Ranch Vineyards Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gauthier-2009-rockin-h-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Gauthier 14,Red,Italy,"Barbera Camp du Rouss offers a bright, full style with generous tones of cherry and blueberry. This is a genuinely cheerful, refreshing and food-friendly red wine that would pair with simple meat dishes or hearty pasta with grated Parmigiano.",Camp du Rouss,20,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Coppo 2008 Camp du Rouss (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-2008-camp-rouss-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2008,Coppo 14,Red,Chile,"A fresh Carmenère made in a red, floral style. The nose is flowery and herbal, with cherry and red plum aromas. Clacky and bright across the palate, with herbal plum, wild berry, olive and chocolaty flavors. Finishes with brightness and drive due to zesty acids.",Reserva,12,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2009-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Casa Silva 13.5,White,France,"Classic Meursault, big and bold with a rounded texture. That said, the wine does have a crisp edge of green apples to balance the spiced toast, which is very evident at this stage.",,60,87,Burgundy,Meursault,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Chanson Père et Fils 14.6,Red,US,"The Roman numeral 23 is an indication of the vineyard age; in the blend is 20% Cabernet planted at the same time. This is stiff and herbal, with brambly, wild raspberry and light cherry fruit and a dusty ash flavor as the tannins fade. Good length and balance.",XXIII,35,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2008 XXIII Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2008-xxiii-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Cave B 13.7,Red,Croatia,"Indulgently rich on the nose and palate, this intensely concentrated blend of Cab and Syrah is full of ripe black fruit that melts into a coffee and chocolate-inflected midpalate. It's not a dainty wine at 13.7% abv, but velvety tannins, brisk acidity and an earthy forest floor note on the finish adds balance and complexity.",Castello Festigia,19,87,Istria,,,Agrolaguna 2009 Castello Festigia Red (Istria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agrolaguna-2009-castello-festigia-red-istria/,Red Blend,2009,Agrolaguna ,Red,France,"Soft, ripe wine, packed with berry fruits and red cherries. The structure is less impressive; this is for those who want a waft of Pinot Noir juiciness.",La Croix aux Moines,37,87,Burgundy,Maranges,,Camille Giroud 2008 La Croix aux Moines (Maranges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camille-giroud-2008-croix-aux-moines-pinot-noir-maranges/,Pinot Noir,2008,Camille Giroud 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made with a blend of Barbera, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, Rui opens with a spice-driven bouquet of cinnamon and nutmeg followed by cooked fruit and cherry liqueur. It sports a dark garnet color, with a smooth but bitter mouthfeel, and plenty of power to keep its momentum in the mouth.",Riu,14,87,Lombardy,Provincia di Pavia,,Calvi 2007 Riu Red (Provincia di Pavia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvi-2007-riu-red-provincia-pavia/,Red Blend,2007,Calvi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aged 12 months in large oak casks, this bright Nebbiolo offers pretty aromas of small berry, tar, licorice and cigar smoke backed by tight intensity and structure. Pair this powerful wine with braised quail or pork tenderloin.",,18,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Boffa 2006 Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boffa-2006-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2006,Boffa 14.8,Red,Croatia,"While softly smoky on the nose and palate, this honey-kissed Traminer is gorgeously perfumed with notes of orange blossoms and waxy white florals. Lusciously mouth quenching with a pithy, citrus-flavored mid-palate, it finishes on a tasty lime juice and white pepper note.",,13,87,Podunavlje,,,Iločki Podrumi 2008 Traminer (Podunavlje),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ilocki-podrumi-2008-other-white-traminer-podunavlje/,Traminer,2008,Iločki Podrumi 13.5,Red,Italy,"This simple, bright Dolcetto is packed tight with plump fruit tones, spice, leather and a touch of moist pipe tobacco. It's a thick, dense wine that offers loads of mature blackberry and cherry on the finish.",,18,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Acqui,,Il Vino dei Padri 2009 Dolcetto d'Acqui,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-vino-padri-2009-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dacqui/,Dolcetto,2009,Il Vino dei Padri 12.5,White,Croatia,"Yellow freesias, fresh apples and quince preserves perfume this lovely, medium-bodied Malvasia from Istria. Dry on the palate yet elegantly fruity, it balances bright, fresh apple and tangerine flavors with nervy acidity and a lemon pith astringency on the finish.",De Mar,13,87,Istria,,,Istravino 2009 De Mar Malvasia (Istria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/istravino-2009-mar-italian-white-malvasia-istria/,Malvasia,2009,Istravino 13,White,France,"Soft and warm, with toast and butter adding richness to the white peach and green plum fruits. The acidity and texture are very evident, giving this wine a certain nervous energy.",,20,87,Burgundy,Rully,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Rully,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2008,Joseph Drouhin 14.4,Red,US,"Muted at first, this wine opens up nicely with time. Sweet, ripe and easy on the finish, its core is full of black pepper and clove. The grapes are sourced from several distinctive vineyards in Mendocino County. Drink it with a steak.",,24,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Claudia Springs 2007 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-2007-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Claudia Springs 12.5,White,US,"Ripe and full-bodied in pineapple, lemon, pear and green apple flavors, this Chardonnay also shows a good coating of oak, as well as a blast of acidity. It's not terribly complicated, but clean and brisk, and the price isn't bad.",,20,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2009 Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2009-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Handley 13.9,White,US,"A very nice wine for the price. It's bone dry and high in acidity, with a crisp tartness that's just what you want in Sauvignon Blanc. The flavors are pleasant, of oranges, citrons, limes and green apples.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Windsor Sonoma 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-sonoma-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Windsor Sonoma 13.5,Red,Bulgaria,"Packed with bright red cherries, strawberries and a spray of violet perfume, this medium-bodied Bulgarian Pinot is straightforward yet surprisingly well structured with zesty acidity and soft, integrated tannins. A fresh, tasty pick that's a steal at $9.",Veni Vidi Vici,9,87,Danube River Plains,,,Vini 2009 Veni Vidi Vici Pinot Noir (Danube River Plains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vini-2009-veni-vidi-vici-pinot-noir-danube-river-plains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Vini 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a dark and sophisticated Nebbiolo with an informal twist (including a glass cork that locks in freshness). Fruit characteristics include white cherry, forest berry and wild raspberry. Thanks to 10 months of oak aging, you also get structure, softness, spice and tobacco.",,28,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Cantina del Pino 2006 Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-pino-2006-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2006,Cantina del Pino ,Red,Italy,"This fresh Nebbiolo-based Roero from Cantina dei Nebbiolo offers pretty intensity with aromas of tar, licorice and a touch of sweet cherry liqueur. There isn't much pulp or meat here but the finish is both crisp and tart.",,,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Cantina del Nebbiolo 2008 Roero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-nebbiolo-2008-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2008,Cantina del Nebbiolo 13.3,White,US,"A good, clean, tart and lightly spicy all-stainless style. Cool climate fruit puts the accent on lime and lemon flavors, keeps the alcohol low (13.3%), and makes this a fine match to shellfish, white fish and light pasta dishes.",Whiteline No Oak,14,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buried Cane 2009 Whiteline No Oak Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buried-cane-2009-whiteline-no-oak-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Buried Cane 13,Red,Italy,This red blend from the Langhe offers one-dimentional aromas of wet earth and red cherry. Pair this wine with a heaping plate of pasta and meat ragù.,Ardì,18,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Paolo Manzone 2009 Ardì Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-manzone-2009-ardi-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2009,Paolo Manzone 13,Red,Greece,"Slightly eccentric but overall appealing, this bohemian wine offers blackberry, forest fruit and pepper character and a clean, fresh finish. It's an elegant, food-friendly red with a distinctive, expressive flair.",,25,87,Nemea,,,Palivou 2006 Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palivou-2006-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2006,Palivou 13,Red,Italy,"This is an inky, concentrated blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, with a tiny element of Cabernet Franc, from Brescia in northern Italy. It exhibits tertiary aromas of dried prune and plum, cherry liqueur, dried pipe tobacco and Indian spice box. There's not much fresh berry fruit left on the bouquet, but the mouthfeel is crisp and fresh. Drink now.",Terre Lunari,21,87,,Benaco Bresciano,,Perla del Garda 2007 Terre Lunari Red (Benaco Bresciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perla-garda-2007-terre-lunari-red-benaco-bresciano/,Red Blend,2007,Perla del Garda 14,Red,Chile,"Crusty and peppery aromas blend with wild berry and herbal scents to create a very nice opening. The palate is tight and healthy, with black currant, dark cherry and plum flavors. Despite controlled herbal notes, this is very good Merlot for the money.",Reserva,8,87,Curicó Valley,,,Quasar 2007 Reserva Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quasar-2007-reserva-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2007,Quasar 13.5,White,Slovenia,"Pale salmon in color, this Pinot Grigio is almost rosé-like. Bursting with sweet red strawberries, cherries and watermelon on the nose and palate, it's wonderfully refreshing with just a hint of soft tannins on the finish.",,15,87,Štajerska,,,Pullus 2009 Pinot Grigio (Štajerska),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pullus-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-stajerska/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Pullus 14.9,Red,US,"A decently made old-vine Lodi Zinfandel that's smooth and soft, with enough clove, cinnamon and brambly character to stand out and be paired with a range of smoked, grilled and marinated meats and other full-flavored food.",Old Vine Zinfandel,15,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Plungerhead 2009 Old Vine Zinfandel Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plungerhead-2009-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2009,Plungerhead 13.5,Red,Italy,"Pinay is a tight and defined red blend from northern Italy with bright accents of cherry cola, forest berry, licorice and dark mineral. There's a sharp, sour note on the close that would pair with smoked cheese.",Pinay,,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Attilio Ghisolfi 2007 Pinay Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/attilio-ghisolfi-2007-pinay-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2007,Attilio Ghisolfi 14,Red,Chile,"Foresty and dark on the bouquet, with aromas of licorice, prune, forest and foxiness. The palate is full and tannic, while flavors run sweet, creamy and slightly syrupy, with chocolate and spiced fig notes. Finishes rich and rough, with dry herbs and true Chilean Cab flavors of olive and oregano.",,19,87,Aconcagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Arboleda ,Red,US,"This is a soft, gentle Cabernet for drinking now. It's pleasantly rich, offering blackberry, cherry, chocolate and cedar flavors, wrapped into easy tannins.",,15,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Aquinas 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aquinas-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Aquinas 14.5,White,US,"Rich and sweet in pineapples, limes, kiwi fruit, honey and caramelized oak, but bracing acidity and a firm minerality prevent it from being a mere fruit bomb. Drink now.",Director's Cut,21,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Francis Ford Coppola 2009 Director's Cut Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2009-directors-cut-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Francis Ford Coppola 13.6,Rose,Croatia,"While just a touch ripe on the nose, this rosé is wonderfully dry with a bright red plum and cherry compote palate accented by deep, stony minerality. Full bodied, yet pleasantly astringent on the finish, it's the perfect accompaniment to seafood.",Plavac Mali-Zinfandel,21,87,Peljesac,,,Korta Katarina 2009 Plavac Mali-Zinfandel Rosé (Peljesac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korta-katarina-2009-plavac-mali-zinfandel-rose-peljesac/,Rosé,2009,Korta Katarina 14.5,White,US,"Modest, with citrus, spice and tobacco flavors, but nicely dry and crisp in acidity. You'll find tantalizing flavors of oranges, bananas, green melons and figs. A polished wine to drink now.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Handley 2008 Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Handley 13.5,White,US,"Crisp and fruity though a little woody and austere on the nose, too, this Lodi Pinot Grigio is unoaked and not for everyone, but well made.",Mokelumne River,15,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Grands Amis Winery 2009 Mokelumne River Pinot Grigio (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grands-amis-winery-2009-mokelumne-river-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-valley-lodi/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Grands Amis Winery ,Red,US,"More fruit forward than most Washington Cabs, it nonetheless has the structure and depth of pricier wines. Blackberry, black cherry, cassis and coffee swirl into a substantial finish. Tannins are tight and add just enough depth, while the riveting acidity and moderate alcohol make this more of a Bordeaux than a California style.",Steak House,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Magnificent Wine Company 2009 Steak House Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnificent-wine-company-2009-steak-house-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Magnificent Wine Company ,Red,US,"Except for a splash of Syrah, this qualifies as a Cabernet-centric Bordeaux-style blend. Hard to find a better bottle of blended red wine at the price. This has grip and breed, with tart red fruits, ripe tannins, a wash of herb and tart acidity. Put it up against anything you grill.",House Wine Red,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Magnificent Wine Company 2009 House Wine Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnificent-wine-company-2009-house-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2009,Magnificent Wine Company 13.5,White,Chile,"Fleshy, melony aromas cuddle some fresh oak. The palate has decent acidity so there's freshness along with weight, resiny oak flavors, lemon and green apple. Zesty and citrusy on the finish, with a dash of vanilla.",Reserva Especial,20,87,Limarí Valley,,,Los Molles 2009 Reserva Especial Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-molles-2009-reserva-especial-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Los Molles 13.2,White,US,"This pleasant blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Riesling has the flesh, the fruit and the bracing acidity to be a fine summer sipper. Peaches and herb (not the singing duo!) dominate, with a fresh, fleshy finish.",Lucky White,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Saint Laurent 2008 Lucky White White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-laurent-2008-lucky-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2008,Saint Laurent 13.5,White,Georgia,"Pristine on the nose and palate with soft white peach, Meyer lemon and green floral notes, this crisp white is the perfect apéritif or seafood pairing. While fairly full in body, its puckery lemon and tangerine flavors and clean, minerally finish make this an elegant pick.",Marani Kondoli Vineyards Mtsvane-Kisi,14,87,Kakheti,,,Telavi 2008 Marani Kondoli Vineyards Mtsvane-Kisi White (Kakheti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telavi-2008-marani-kondoli-mtsvane-kisi-white-kakheti/,White Blend,2008,Telavi 14.1,Red,US,"A nice, lower-alcohol (14.1%) alternative to the world of big California Barbera. This one, from Lodi's Sorelle, has aromas reminiscent of sweet flowers. The wine is juicy and bright, packaged well but suffers from a touch of bitterness on its finish.",Belleza Fra,25,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sorelle Winery 2009 Belleza Fra Barbera (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorelle-winery-2009-belleza-fra-barbera-central-valley-lodi/,Barbera,2009,Sorelle Winery 13,Red,Italy,Here's a fun and slightly less formal expression of Nebbiolo (especially when compared to the great wines of Barbaresco and Barolo) that offers tight fruit nuances of white cherry and forest berry backed by light shadings of spice and smoke.,,20,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Socré 2006 Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/socre-2006-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2006,Socré 12.5,White,France,"A great success, showing ripe fruit and smoothness, laced with fine acidity. It has a creamy, toasty feel, rich green plums and a rounded warm texture.",,22,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2009 Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2009-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Simonnet-Febvre 14.5,Red,Chile,"Earth, olive, blackberry and licorice are the key aromas on this Merlot-led blend that includes Cab Sauvignon, Syrah and Carmenère. The palate is a bit heavy and heady, and the tannins bite. But the roasted blackberry and herbal flavors work well, and you can't complain about the wine's density.",Cuvée Don Reca Limited Release,24,87,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2008 Cuvée Don Reca Limited Release Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2008-cuvee-don-reca-limited-release-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Viña La Rosa 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Lean, dry and crisply focused, with a cutting edge of lime juice and green apple bolstered by hints of crushed stone. Refreshing and clean on the finish.",Private Bin Dry,15,87,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2010 Private Bin Dry Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2010-private-bin-dry-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2010,Villa Maria 14.5,Red,Chile,"Rooty and leafy on the nose, with red berry aromas peeking through some obvious oak. The palate offers cherry and raspberry flavors along with sweetness, and things are backed by vanilla and chocolate. Good, tasty and oaky, with proper layering.",Grey [Glacier] Single Block Trinidad Vineyard,20,87,Maipo Valley,,,Ventisquero 2008 Grey [Glacier] Single Block Trinidad Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2008-grey-glacier-single-block-trinidad-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Ventisquero 12.5,Red,Greece,"Pleasing from the start, this wine starts with bright notes of cherry and dried fruit, followed by a medium-bodied, firm blend of pepper, strawberry and black cherry. Restrained and fresh, it can age or be drunk now.",,15,87,Naoussa,,,Vaeni 2006 Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaeni-2006-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,2006,Vaeni 15,Red,US,"This blend showcases the soft lusciousness and ripe fruit of Paso Robles. It's rich and sweet in jammy blackberries, cherries, chocolate and spicy sandalwood. Drink now.",Treana Red,35,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Treana 2008 Treana Red Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/treana-2008-red-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2008,Treana 14.1,Red,US,"Grown in a single vineyard, this Pinot Noir exhibits the brisk acidity and clove spice of Santa Maria Valley. It's very ripe, with jammy cherry, sweet cola and vanilla sandalwood flavors. Drink this forward wine now.",,24,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Three Saints 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-saints-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Three Saints 13.5,White,US,"If you know Chardonnays from the Edna Valley, on California's Central Coast, this tastes like one. It's bright in acidity and forward in jammy lime, kiwi and vanilla fruit, with a stony minerality. It's a pretty wine to drink now.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,El Roy 2009 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-roy-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,El Roy 13,White,Romania,"Fragrant on the nose with fresh orange, lemon and honeysuckle aromas, this full-bodied Chard is deliciously quaffable with a concentrated apple palate and just a hint of buttered toast. Another well-made Romanian at an unbeatable bargain price.",,7,87,Recas,,,Cramele Recas 2009 Chardonnay (Recas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cramele-recas-2009-chardonnay-recas/,Chardonnay,2009,Cramele Recas 14.2,White,Greece,"This fuller-bodied white blend offers pineapple, kiwi and citrus on the nose, and a blend of full fruit and acidity on the palate. A balanced, easygoing white that is perfect for everyday poultry, vegetable and fish meals.",Asirtiko Athiri,18,87,Santorini,,,Domaine Sigalas 2010 Asirtiko Athiri White (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sigalas-2010-asirtiko-athiri-white-santorini/,White Blend,2010,Domaine Sigalas ,Red,France,"Rich and full in the mouth, packed with red fruits and black cherries. The wine is sweet, while keeping a tannic core. Drink next year.",Les Dames Huguettes,30,87,Burgundy,Côte de Nuits-Villages,,Domaine Bertagna 2009 Les Dames Huguettes (Côte de Nuits-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2009-dames-huguettes-pinot-noir-cote-nuits-villages/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Bertagna 13.5,Red,US,"Lots of ripe, forward raspberry and cherry fruit in this savory wine, with a mushroomy, funky complexity. It's soft and likeable now for the sweet fruit and crisp acidity.",José S. Ferrer Selection,35,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2006 José S. Ferrer Selection Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2006-jose-s-selection-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2006,Gloria Ferrer 14,Red,Italy,This aged expression from the Nizza subzone of Asti offers tertiary aromas of dried tobacco and dried prune. The variety's characteristic acidity kicks in on the finish.,Vignassa,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza,,Cascina La Ghersa 2004 Vignassa (Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ghersa-2004-vignassa-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore-nizza/,Barbera,2004,Cascina La Ghersa ,Red,Italy,"This Roero offers density, pulp and dried fruit characteristics of prune, cassis and candied apricot. The nice thing is that the mouthfeel is rounded off by soft shadings of ground clove and cinnamon. Tart bitterness on the close implies a pairing with cheesy pasta.",Montespinato,40,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Cascina Chicco 2008 Montespinato (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-chicco-2008-montespinato-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2008,Cascina Chicco 14,Red,Italy,"Slightly disjointed at first, this Barolo with fruit sourced from four vineyard sites, needs a few minutes to open in the glass. The wine offers tertiary aromas of cured beef, smoked bacon and white mushroom. Drink now.",4 Vigne,56,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Adelaide 2005 4 Vigne (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-adelaide-2005-4-vigne-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Cascina Adelaide 13,Red,New Zealand,"On the toasty, oaky side of New Zealand's Syrah spectrum, with plenty of cedary notes layered over plum and cherry fruit. Despite the oak treatment, it still retains a sense of freshness, and the fruit really comes through on the finish. Try in 2013.",,,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Unison Vineyard 2008 Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/unison-vineyard-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2008,Unison Vineyard ,White,US,"Clean and fresh, from a Royal Slope vineyard, showing white peach fruit with a pleasing hint of fresh herb. The acids are proportionate, and the mouthfeel offers a palate- cleansing wash of minerality.",Lawrence Vineyard,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Southard 2009 Lawrence Vineyard Roussanne (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southard-2009-lawrence-vineyard-roussanne-columbia-valley-wa/,Roussanne,2009,Southard 14,Red,Italy,There's a slightly floral or soapy note that appears on the bouquet of this youthful expression of Nebbiolo. Smooth tannins are enhanced by crisp berry flavors.,Parigi,,87,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Mauro Sebaste 2009 Parigi (Nebbiolo d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-2009-parigi-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2009,Mauro Sebaste ,White,US,"Bright, clean and zesty in acidity, with exotic, slightly sweet flavors of lemongrass, citrus, Asian pear and juniper berries. It's dry, clean and spicy. The perfect California white wine to drink with Vietnamese, Cambodian and Chinese foods based on pork, chicken or vegetables.",,17,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mauritson 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Mauritson 13.5,White,US,"Lots of tropical fruit, pear, peach, green apple, vanilla, honey and creamy flavors in this Chardonnay. Also lots of zesty acidity, which brightens the flavors and makes the wine finish clean. Drink it now.",,17,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Shiloh Road 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shiloh-road-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Shiloh Road ,Red,Italy,"Roero Monfrini offers masculine and brawny aromas of leather, tobacco and dark spice. Dried fruit aromas are further enhanced by light nuances of tar and asphalt that are typical of the Nebbiolo grape. That astringency pops up on the finish.",Monfrini,,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Ponchione Maurizio 2008 Monfrini (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponchione-maurizio-2008-monfrini-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2008,Ponchione Maurizio 14,Red,Croatia,"Pronounced aromas of charred wood are imposing on the nose, but intense black fruit shines through on the palate, taming char into a more palatable blend of rich blackberry preserves, smoke and barnyard. The long finish ends with supple tannins and a touch of vanilla and mocha-kissed fruit.",Babić,22,87,North Dalmatia,,,Piližota 2007 Babić Red (North Dalmatia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pilizota-2007-babic-red-north-dalmatia/,Red Blend,2007,Piližota ,Red,US,"A blend of Malbec, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon. This wine of medium concentration brings a mélange of cherries and plums, wrapped in smoky tannins. It's on the earthy side of a Bordeaux style blend.",Fête,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),RiverAerie 2007 Fête Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riveraerie-2007-fete-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,RiverAerie ,Red,Italy,"Gerbole is a very distinctive Roero with power, heat and undertones of cherry liqueur. The mouthfeel is compact and lean with forest berry and bramble on the close. Pair this Piedmont red with creamy porcini risotto.",Gerbole,,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Renato Buganza 2008 Gerbole (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-buganza-2008-gerbole-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2008,Renato Buganza 14,Red,US,"A remarkably juicy, berry, cherry Zin that's fully in balance and easy to drink, not to mention a great price.",Frei Brothers Vineyards,8,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Redwood Creek 2008 Frei Brothers Vineyards Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redwood-creek-2008-frei-brothers-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,Redwood Creek 14,Red,Italy,"Fosco comes in beautiful packaging complete with a big red wax seal on the front of the bottle. The wine shows rich concentration and aromas of red fruit and a touch of natural rubber or tar. In the mouth, it shows tart, crisp and simple characteristics.",Fosco,24,87,Piedmont,Diano d'Alba,,Salvano 2009 Fosco (Diano d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvano-2009-fosco-italian-red-dolcetto-diano-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Salvano 14,Red,Italy,"Made to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Italy, this bright Barbera shows earthy tones of button mushroom and dried fruit backed by dense concentration and fresh crispness. Pair this lush red wine with steak in creamy porcini sauce.",150 Anniversario,20,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Il Vino dei Padri 2009 150 Anniversario (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-vino-padri-2009-150-anniversario-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2009,Il Vino dei Padri 14.5,Red,US,"Marked by ripe flavors of raspberry and cherry jam, blueberry pie with the crust and black pepper, this Zin's fruit is the star. It's a little on the soft, direct side, but sure is delicious. Drink now.",Bacigalupi Vineyards,38,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Graton Ridge 2009 Bacigalupi Vineyards Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graton-ridge-2009-bacigalupi-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Graton Ridge 12.8,White,US,"Nicely structured, with citrus fruits (lemon, lime, pink grapefruit) displayed against stiffer flavors of skin. There is a hint of residual sugar, and the alcohol is just under 13%, but the overall impression is a dry, tight style with little or no floral character.",Genesis,16,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2009 Genesis Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2009-genesis-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Hogue 14.3,Red,US,"A good everyday red wine, rich and sweet in dark berrry, chocolate and smoked meat flavors, wrapped into smooth tannins. It's soft and ready for drinking now.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,El Roy 2007 Malbec (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-roy-2007-malbec-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Malbec,2007,El Roy 14,Red,Chile,"Berry aromas, herbal scents and leafiness dot the nose on this fresh, fairly standard Cabernet. The palate has a juicy, fresh feel and then medium-weight flavors of berry and plum mixed with mocha. Finishes slightly sweet and medicinal.",Family Reserva,17,87,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2008 Family Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2008-family-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Echeverria 13.5,White,Chile,"Sweet and musky on the nose, with lychee aromas and flavors that are suggestive of Argentine Torrontés. The wine dances on the tongue with some elegance, and the tropical flavors finish with pineapple and a touch of natural cream and vanilla bean.",Reserva,11,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2010 Reserva Gewürztraminer (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2010-reserva-gewurztraminer-casablanca-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Morandé 14,White,New Zealand,"Winemaker Brent Marris (formerly of Wither Hills) has turned out a medium-bodied, creamy_textured Chardonnay that combines peachy fruit and finely tuned nuttiness. Drink it over the next 6-12 months.",The King's Bastard Wairau,18,87,Marlborough,,,Marisco Vineyards 2009 The King's Bastard Wairau Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marisco-2009-kings-bastard-wairau-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2009,Marisco Vineyards 13.5,Red,Chile,"Red fruit aromas are common and clean, with ample oak and spice on the side. The palate is flush, juicy and quite tannic, with berry, cola, mocha and toasty oak flavors along with a tough, grippy feel. A five-grape blend that's forceful, fully oaked and tannic.",Lien,20,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Maquis 2007 Lien Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maquis-2007-lien-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Maquis 13.4,White,US,"Delicious and sweet in caramel, vanilla, pineapple jam, tangerine, lime and butterscotch flavors, this dramatic Chardonnay is made to drink now.",Nagasawa Vineyard,30,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paradise Ridge 2009 Nagasawa Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2009-nagasawa-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Paradise Ridge 14,Red,Greece,"A darker, denser red that offers chocolate, black fruit and spice on the nose and palate. A spin of nutty spice and dried fruit punctuates the cherry and raisin fruit. Slightly Port-like and heavier, this wine will soften with time in the bottle.",Ammos Terra Leone Single Vineyard Selection,45,87,Nemea,,,Palivou 2004 Ammos Terra Leone Single Vineyard Selection Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palivou-2004-ammos-terra-leone-single-vineyard-selection-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2004,Palivou 13,White,Greece,"The soft but exotic nose of tropical fruit and citrus leads into an elegant array of mouthwatering citrus and tropical fruit on this wine. Rich but lively on the finish, it's a classy sip for a warm-weather patio party.",,20,87,Crete,,,Lyrarakis 2010 Plyto (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lyrarakis-2010-greek-white-plyto-crete/,Plyto,2010,Lyrarakis 14.4,Red,US,"An eccentric wine that will appeal to some with exotic tastes. The tropical fruit, Asian pear and melon flavors are drying out, reverting to cashew nuts, herbs and minerals. With crisp acidity, this Chardonnay is headed into interesting, offbeat places.",,30,87,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Fontanella 2009 Chardonnay (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanella-2009-chardonnay-napa-mount-veeder/,Chardonnay,2009,Fontanella 13.1,Red,US,"Very ripe and fruity, in the Paso style, with tiers of sweet red and black cherry pie filling and spice flavors. The acidity, which must come from the Sangiovese, is quite high and a little invasive, but it's a charming wine.",Estate Riserva Bellicaia,45,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bella Luna 2007 Estate Riserva Bellicaia Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-luna-2007-estate-riserva-bellicaia-italian-red-cabernet-sauvignon-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese,2007,Bella Luna 13,White,France,"Ripe, smooth and creamy, this wine has a rich texture to it. Tropical fruits, featuring ¬flavors of mango and pineapple, give it an exotic feel, although it is firmly held in place by acidity.",,,87,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine de la Croix Senaillet 2009 Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-croix-senaillet-2009-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine de la Croix Senaillet 14.2,White,Greece,"This single-vineyard white is dominated by the lemon spice and salt that pronounces a Santorini white. Lean and zesty, it's a focused white with a slate finish. Good for grilled fish, and extremely refreshing on a hot day.",Kavalieros Single Vineyard,35,87,Santorini,,,Domaine Sigalas 2009 Kavalieros Single Vineyard Assyrtico (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sigalas-2009-kavalieros-single-vineyard-greek-white-assyrtico-santorini/,Assyrtico,2009,Domaine Sigalas 14.5,Red,US,"A Southern Rhône-influenced blend of 51% Grenache, 25% Syrah and 20% Mourvèdre, with a splash each of Counoise and Cinsault. Slightly high-toned, bright cherry flavors, pencil lead, earth, asphalt and grippy tannins. This will need decanting in order to open it up from its tightly wound entrance.",Byzance,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Brian Carter 2007 Byzance Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brian-carter-cellars-2007-byzance-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Brian Carter 13.5,White,Chile,"Toasty and heavy on the nose, with popcorn and baked fruit aromas leading the charge. The palate has moderate richness and lots of oak, with resiny white fruit flavors of baked apple and peach. Vanilla and spice work the finish.",,17,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Arboleda 2009 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2009-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Arboleda 14.1,Red,US,"A big Pinot Noir, extracted and thick in cherry and blueberry pie filling, red currant, sandalwood and dusty spice flavors. Delicious, but soft and atypical for a Pinot, lacking some life and charm. Drink now.",,43,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Andretti 2009 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2009-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Andretti 13,Red,Italy,"A 50-50 blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, Akros is a plush and concentrated wine with hints of dried berry fruit and white mushroom, backed by tertiary aromas of licorice and worn leather. The warm vintage has created powerful flavors of cherry liqueur and prune.",Akros Riserva,21,87,Lombardy,Valcalepio,,Cantina Bergamasca 2005 Akros Riserva (Valcalepio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-bergamasca-2005-akros-riserva-red-valcalepio/,Red Blend,2005,Cantina Bergamasca 14.1,Red,US,"Briary and ripe, this Pinot has wild cherry, raspberry and cola flavors, finished with dusty, sweet Indian spices. It's a big, rich wine, if not particularly complex. Drink now.",Reserve,19,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,C&B 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/c-b-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,C&B 14.1,Red,US,"Tastes as rich and sweet as a dessert pastry, with sweet vanilla oak, raspberry and cherry pie filling and cinnamon spice flavors. Somewhat one-dimensional, but tasty and smooth. Drink now.",,12,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,C&B 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/c-b-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,C&B ,Red,US,"A Bordeaux-style blend that is a barrel selection from estate fruit. The tannins are substantial in all the Cave B reds, but particularly so here––thick and astringent to the point of chalky. There is interesting depth and some high-toned red fruits.",Cuvée du Soleil,45,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2008 Cuvée du Soleil Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2008-cuvee-soleil-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Cave B 14.5,Red,Italy,"In homage to the 150th anniversary of Italian unification, this elegantly designed bottle sports a bright Italian flag on the label. That celebratory spirit continues thanks to the wine's aromas of sweet cherry, cola and raspberry. Its light consistency means it could be consumed slightly chilled with cod or fish soup.",150 Anniversario,22,87,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Il Vino dei Padri 2009 150 Anniversario Ruché (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-vino-padri-2009-150-anniversario-italian-red-ruche-monferrato/,Ruché,2009,Il Vino dei Padri 15,Red,Croatia,"Undeniably rustic yet intriguing, this Plavac Mali is powerful on the nose and palate with aromas of overripened black fruit, freshly harvested hay and alfalfa and an abundance of earthy leather and mushroom notes. Significant aeration reveals a more feminine side with concentrated, dried black cherry fruit, but one that's still aggressive and tannic on the finish.",Postup Donja Banda,38,87,Peljesac,,,Istravino 2007 Postup Donja Banda Plavac Mali (Peljesac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/istravino-2007-postup-donja-banda-other-red-plavac-mali-peljesac/,Plavac Mali,2007,Istravino 12.5,White,Italy,"This fresh and luminous Roero Arneis will drink well with appetizers or easy vegetarian dishes for the next two years or so. The wine opens with a delicate golden color and aromas of white flower, citrus and stone fruit.",,18,87,Piedmont,Roero Arneis,,Giacomo Vico 2010 Roero Arneis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2010-italian-white-arneis-roero-arneis/,Arneis,2010,Giacomo Vico 14.5,Red,US,"A bright, spicy, briary young Pinot Noir. Direct in fruit, with raspberry, cherry and rosehip tea flavors, it has a sweet edge of caramelized oak, brightened with crisp acidity. Easy to like for drinking now.",Proprietor Grown,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hanna 2008 Proprietor Grown Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2008-proprietor-grown-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Hanna 14,Red,Italy,"This is a silky and soft Nebbiolo with bright berry aromas and simple spice nuances. There's an elegant, feminine quality to this red wine, but it also shows power and determination.",Diauleri,32,87,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Enrico Serafino 2007 Diauleri (Nebbiolo d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrico-serafino-2007-diauleri-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2007,Enrico Serafino 13.5,Red,US,"Soft and ripe, made for drinking now for the polished berry-cherry, tobacco, sweet oak and spice flavors. For the price, there's a lot of upscale character.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,El Roy 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-roy-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,El Roy 14.5,Red,US,"Sweet in wild raspberry, cherry and milk chocolate flavors, with pretty tannins. A bit on the soft, direct side, but really delicious, with loads of exotic spices. Drink now.",Dutton Ranch - Morelli Lane Vineyard,40,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2009 Dutton Ranch - Morelli Lane Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2009-ranch-morelli-lane-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Dutton-Goldfield 14.1,White,US,"Similar to the 2006 vintage, this '09 is rather sweet and candied in new oaky vanilla, buttered toast, honey and caramel flavors. Underneath is plenty of ripe citrus and tropical fruit. The sweetness detracts from what otherwise is a fine, crisp, minerally wine.",Ryo-Fu,44,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Freeman 2009 Ryo-Fu Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freeman-2009-ryo-fu-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Freeman 13.9,Red,US,"Fenestra's Bordeaux blend of Cabernet (62%), Merlot, Cab Franc and Malbec is dense and rich brimming with chocolate and dark cherry with soft tannins and a soft finish. It finishes just a teensy bit sweet.",Conjugation,35,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2006 Conjugation Red (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2006-conjugation-red-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Fenestra 14.2,Red,US,"A fruit forward Pinot Noir, rich and buttery-sweet in raspberry, strawberry, cherry and ripe red plum jam, with an oaky veneer. Drink this pleasurable wine now for its freshness.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hook & Ladder 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hook-ladder-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Hook & Ladder 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a tight, compact Nebbiolo that opens with ripe, almost jammy red cherry and strawberry aromas backed by fresh tobacco and Indian spice. The wine closes with thin crispness and a compact feel overall.",Coste,,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Principiano Ferdinando 2009 Coste Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principiano-ferdinando-2009-coste-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2009,Principiano Ferdinando 13.9,Red,US,"A little off in texture, with a grainy mouthfeel that's part tart acids and part edgy tannins. However, it's lusty in forward cherry and raspberry fruit flavors, and will surely satisfy many Pinotphiles.",Twelve Clones,32,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2009 Twelve Clones Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2009-twelve-clones-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Morgan 14,Red,Italy,This vintage of Barolo Riserva San Bernardo (a wine that consistently scores in the 90-point range) appears much grittier and more oak-driven than past expressions. Carpentry shop and wood shavings come to the forefront of mature plum and blackberry jam.,San Bernardo Riserva,89,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Palladino 2005 San Bernardo Riserva (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palladino-2005-san-bernardo-riserva-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,2005,Palladino 13.5,Red,Italy,"Lavignone is a simple but classy Barbera with solid aromas of forest berry, cassis and fresh tobacco leaf. The wine would pair with fried zucchini flowers stuffed with melted mozzarella cheese.",Lavignone,13,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Pico Maccario 2010 Lavignone (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pico-maccario-2010-lavignone-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2010,Pico Maccario 13,White,US,"With an intensity of almond paste and charcuterie at first sniff, this nice Pinot Grigio from the Sangiovese specialists at Vino Noceto is light in color but rich in mouthfeel, with a flowery, apricot flavor. Its finish is smooth and a smidge sweet.",,15,87,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Noceto 2010 Pinot Grigio (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noceto-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-valley-clarksburg/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Noceto 14,Red,US,"The Sierra Foothills stalwart, Renwood is still making good wines and this affordable Barbera is a prime example, fruit-forward and satisfyingly true to the grape's reputation for cherry flavors and high acidity. Two bottles tried, with considerable variation between them.",Red Label,12,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Renwood 2008 Red Label Barbera (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2008-red-label-barbera-sierra-foothills/,Barbera,2008,Renwood 14,Red,Italy,This easy Nebbiolo offers warm tones of spice and toasted nut wrapped around plump cherry and red fruit. That sweet and spicy contrast is what sets this well-structured wine apart.,Ventisette27,,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Rattalino 2007 Ventisette27 Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rattalino-2007-ventisette27-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2007,Rattalino 15,Dessert,Greece,"This Muscat offers luscious honey, lemon and tropical fruit on the nose, with viscous waves of lemon, pineapple and warming spice on the palate. Not overly complex but certainly appealing. Pair with creamy cheeses and fruit.",Stalactite,30,87,Muscat of Kefallonian,,,Domaine Foivos 2003 Stalactite (Muscat of Kefallonian),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-foivos-2003-stalactite-muscat-muscat-kefallonian/,Muscat,2003,Domaine Foivos 13.8,White,US,"A modestly priced, nicely integrated, easy-to-drink Sauvignon Blanc from the Sierra Foothills with notes of pear and honey and good acidity.",,10,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Clos du Lac 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-lac-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Clos du Lac ,Red,Chile,"Smells like Italian herbs, dry red fruits and tomato sauce, or in other words, a nice pizza. The palate is a bit tight and astringent for the variety, with cherry, blackberry and licorice flavors. Not super spicy or complex, but still tasty and varietally correct.",Reserva,13,87,Maule Valley,,,Chilcas 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2009-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Chilcas 13.6,Red,US,"Peppery and herbal, with thin, tight veins of wild black fruits. It's an elegant style, with underlying minerality, though weighted toward a European palate.",,25,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Crayelle Cellars 2008 Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crayelle-cellars-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2008,Crayelle Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and candy sweet, with raspberry and cherry pie filling, raisin, vanilla, cocoa, brown sugar and cinnamon spice flavors. The tannins are lovely and the mouthfeel is bright. If you like your Zins on the sweet side, it's for you.",Hollystone-Collins Old Vines,32,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 2007 Hollystone-Collins Old Vines Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-2007-hollystone-collins-old-vines-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Benessere ,Red,US,"The first Malbec from Tempus, though young and chewy, has plenty of power and depth. A mix of wild berries and herbs blends into slightly chalky, astringent, earthy tannins. Good varietal character, a bit on the rough and rustic side.",,32,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Tempus Cellars 2008 Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tempus-cellars-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2008,Tempus Cellars 13,White,New Zealand,"Leafy and nettle-like upfront, but deepening a bit on the palate to show nectarine, grapefruit and tomatillo notes. The only quibble with this medium-bodied white from the winemaker at Nautilus is that it seems almost a little sweet on the finish (the stated residual sugar level is 3 g/L). Drink now.",,11,87,Marlborough,,,Twin Islands 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twin-islands-2010-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Twin Islands 13.5,Red,Italy,"Highly influenced by toasted oak notes, this bright Barbera d'Alba opens with aromas of honey-coated almond, vanilla bean and distant fruit tones. There's a subtle touch of sweetness on the close.",,17,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Rocca Felice 2009 Barbera d'Alba Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-felice-2009-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,2009,Rocca Felice 14,Red,Italy,"Nebbiolo Bricco Avene is aged in large oak casks to shape a structured, fine wine with forest floor and berry backed by toasted almond and dried tobacco. Firm tannins make this wine appropriate for red meat or aged cheese.",Bricco Avene,23,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Rivetti Massimo 2006 Bricco Avene Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivetti-massimo-2006-bricco-avene-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2006,Rivetti Massimo 12.5,Red,Italy,"A youthful expression of Marzemino, this deeply ruby-colored red wine offers a soft, plush texture with subtle notes of mesquite, licorice and mature fruit that linger on the finish. Sweet fruit is followed by a touch of sour cherry on the finish.",Montenetto,17,87,Lombardy,Montenetto di Brescia,,San Michele 2010 Montenetto (Montenetto di Brescia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-michele-2010-montenetto-italian-red-marzemino-montenetto-brescia/,Marzemino,2010,San Michele 14,Red,Italy,Gentilium will catch your eye thanks to its fancy bottle embossed with a big wax seal. The wine inside is less remarkable although it is correct and satisfying. Earthy tones of white mushroom and black licorice powder are backed by fresh crispness.,Gentilium,30,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Salvano 2007 Gentilium Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvano-2007-gentilium-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2007,Salvano 14.5,Red,New Zealand,"This medium-bodied, slightly herbal Pinot Noir would have scored higher had the finish been longer. That's really the only knock against this otherwise silky, dark-fruited Pinot.",,30,87,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2009 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2009-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2009,Spy Valley ,Red,Italy,This is a good portrait of Nebbiolo save for a pungent touch of powder or solvent that distracts from the overall harmony of fruit. Those strong elements are not outside the great boundaries of this important native Italian grape and are more than forgiven in this case.,Bricco Faset,,87,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,La Spinona 2008 Bricco Faset (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spinona-2008-bricco-faset-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,La Spinona 14.5,White,US,"This is a rich, oaky Chardonnay, filled with upfront flavors of tropical fruits, buttercream, vanilla and toast. It's made in the modern, appealing style to drink now.",Orsi Vineyard,25,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Michael Bernard 2009 Orsi Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-bernard-2009-orsi-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Michael Bernard 13.5,Red,Chile,"Peppery, slightly medicinal aromas fold in raspberry and floral scents. The palate is tight and crisp, with juicy acidity framing herbal plum and raspberry flavors. Turns toasty and then hollow on what amounts to a short finish.",60/40 Reserve Barrel Select,12,87,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2008 60/40 Reserve Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2008-60-40-reserve-barrel-select-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2008,Santa Ema 14,Red,Italy,"Maestrale is a dark and well-balanced Barbera d'Alba with ripe fruit tones of black cherry and forest fruit that shape a dense, fruity mouthfeel. The crisp acidic close helps this wine to pair with cauliflower goat cheese gratin.",Maestrale,24,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Salvano 2007 Maestrale (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvano-2007-maestrale-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Salvano 14,Red,Italy,"This crisp red blend from the Langhe in northern Italy offers sharp notes of dill and green olive backed by forest berry and white cherry. There's a taut, linear feel that is enhanced by the wine's fine, compact texture.",,18,87,Piedmont,Langhe,,Virna Borgogno 2008 Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virna-borgogno-2008-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2008,Virna Borgogno 13,Red,Bulgaria,"Nicely concentrated with a core of ripe red fruit and menthol, this is a fresh, forward Cab that's a bargain at $8. Bright and clean from start to finish, the finish lingers on smooth, velvety tannins and a fresh, herbaceous mint note.",Veni Vidi Vici,8,87,Thracian Valley,,,Vini 2009 Veni Vidi Vici Cabernet Sauvignon (Thracian Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vini-2009-veni-vidi-vici-cabernet-sauvignon-thracian-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Vini 13,Red,Italy,"This is a plump, succulent and slightly sweet wine that is a pleasure to drink and pair with easy foods such as meatloaf or roast pork. This Dolcetto opens with a vibrant ruby color and pretty aromas of blueberry and cherry.",L'Ardì,12,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Acqui,,Vigne Regali 2010 L'Ardì (Dolcetto d'Acqui),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigne-regali-2010-lardi-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dacqui/,Dolcetto,2010,Vigne Regali 13,Red,Italy,L'Ardì shows sweet and succulent fruit flavors with plump aromas of red cherry and plum. Dolcetto is a great wine to pair with grilled sausage or pepperoni pizza.,L'Ardì,12,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Acqui,,Vigne Regali 2009 L'Ardì (Dolcetto d'Acqui),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigne-regali-2009-lardi-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dacqui/,Dolcetto,2009,Vigne Regali ,White,US,"Lightly spritzy and bone dry, this almost-ephemeral wine lists the alcohol at 13%, but tastes more like 12%. Light is not thin, however; it offers delicate flavors of melon, celery and crisp green apple.",,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),RiverAerie 2009 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riveraerie-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2009,RiverAerie ,White,France,"A rich and opulent wine, with an attractive balancing citrus character. It has acidity, pineapple and dried apricot flavors.",Aux Cras Premier Cru,45,87,Burgundy,Beaune,,Louis Latour 2009 Aux Cras Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-aux-cras-premier-cru-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Latour 14.2,White,US,"Showing oaky flavors of vanilla and buttered toast, this Chardonnay has the brisk acidity of the Arroyo Seco appellation. The flavors are of pineapples, oranges and limes.",,12,87,California,California Other,California,Stephen Vincent 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-vincent-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Stephen Vincent ,White,France,"Attractive lemon aromas mark a wine that shows the richness of 2009, soft and open. Flavors of ripe apricots join kiwi fruit acidity, finishing with a touch of wood and butter.",,24,87,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Roux Père et Fils 2009 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2009-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2009,Roux Père et Fils 13.5,Red,France,"Light in color, the wine lacks the structure of Vougeot, instead giving simple fresh fruit. The tannins are there, subdued and mingling with the fresh berry fruits.",Les Petits Vougeot,88,87,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Roux Père et Fils 2008 Les Petits Vougeot (Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2008-petits-vougeot-pinot-noir-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roux Père et Fils 13,Red,Georgia,"Deep in fruit character yet brisk with acidity, Georgian Saperavi presents a unique alternative to everyday reds. This one is delicious with a ripe, sweet black cherry profile freshened by a swathe of fresh green herbs and hints of bramble. Firm tannins add structure and balance.",Marani Kondoli Vineyards,18,87,Kakheti,,,Telavi 2007 Marani Kondoli Vineyards Saperavi (Kakheti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telavi-2007-marani-kondoli-other-red-saperavi-kakheti/,Saperavi,2007,Telavi 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple but streamlined expression of Nebbiolo that opens with a bright ruby color and clean aromas of forest berry, toasted almond and spice. Pair this wine with cheesy homemade pasta sauce.",,15,87,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Rocca Felice 2009 Nebbiolo d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-felice-2009-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2009,Rocca Felice 14.5,White,US,"A rich wine, flamboyant and generous, but there's too much oak. It reeks of butterscotch, caramel, crème brûlée and vanilla flavors. Underneath all that is fine good pineapple and pear fruit.",,38,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Robledo 2008 Chardonnay (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robledo-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Robledo ,White,US,"Delicate, enticing floral and citrus scents and flavors mingle gracefully. It gains a little flesh in the mouth, but remains light and just a little green through the finish.",,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Southard 2009 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southard-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Southard 14.6,Red,US,"A good, elegant Cabernet, if a little soft and rough around the edges. It shows classic Napa flavors of blackberries, currants and cassis, wrapped into smooth, sweet tannins. Drink now.",Estate Grown,45,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2008 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2008-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Silverado 14,Red,Italy,"This easygoing Nebbiolo delivers bright notes of forest fruit, cherry cola and root beer. The tannins are tight and firm but also balanced by the wine's succulent fruit flavors.",Mirinè,38,87,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Paolo Manzone 2009 Mirinè (Nebbiolo d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-manzone-2009-mirine-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2009,Paolo Manzone 14,Red,Chile,"Standard red and black fruit aromas mix with alfalfa and leather on the nose. The palate is full but a little syrupy and sticky, with sweet berry, raisin and oaky flavors. Good for a basic, sweet blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc, Merlot and Carignan.",Urban Maule Red Blend,13,87,Maule Valley,,,O. Fournier 2009 Urban Maule Red Blend Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2009-urban-maule-red-blend-maule-valley/,Red Blend,2009,O. Fournier 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of rich, spicy flavors in this smooth Cabernet. It offers a mouthburst of ripe cherries, blackberries, cassis, bacon and pepper, and is soft and rather sweet. Drink now.",,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Station 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-station-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Napa Station ,Red,Chile,"Berry and leather aromas show a spot of green herb and floral hints. The palate is lively and shows slightly prickly acidity along with snappy flavors of red berry, herbs, oregano and fresh tomato. More lively and elegant in style than big and bulky.",Unfiltered,13,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Lomas del Valle 2010 Unfiltered Merlot (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lomas-valle-2010-unfiltered-merlot-casablanca-valley/,Merlot,2010,Lomas del Valle 14,Red,Italy,"Roero Antaniolo opens with fresh, fragrant aromas of forest fruit and bramble followed by a tight, clean mouthfeel. Pair this wine with roast chicken or turkey with sage and sausage stuffing.",Antaniolo,28,87,Piedmont,Roero,,Pelassa 2006 Antaniolo (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pelassa-2006-antaniolo-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2006,Pelassa 13.9,White,US,"For a 10,000-case production out of the Central Valley, this is a pretty good Chardonnay, pleasant with acidity, citrus and vanilla that flirts with a buttery profile but demures before it's too late. Grapes were grown under the Lodi Rules certified green program.",Split Oak Estates,12,87,California,California Other,California,Morro Bay 2009 Split Oak Estates Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morro-bay-2009-split-oak-estates-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Morro Bay 14,Red,Chile,"Opens murky and spicy, with dampness. Airing helps it along, revealing spicy flavors and a lot of raw oak. It's peppery, dry and spicy, with nutmeg and cinnamon to go with earthy plum and raspberry. At peak maturity or beyond.",House of Morandé,50,87,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2006 House of Morandé Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2006-house-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Morandé 13,White,New Zealand,"Sourced from Marlborough's main valley, this is a nicely made example of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Grapefruit and crushed tomato-leaf notes mingle easily, backed by ripe, vaguely tropical fruit. It's medium in body, finishing clean and refreshing.",,18,87,Wairau Valley,,,Goldwater 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Wairau Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldwater-2010-sauvignon-blanc-wairau-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Goldwater 14.8,Red,US,"Sweet and candied, this Zin, which is a blend of Mount Veeder and Oakville fruit, is obviously superripe in blackberries, cherries, raspberries, mocha and dusty baking spices. It's sweet in fruity essence but nicely dry on the finish. Drink now with barbecue, baked ham, soft cheeses.",,36,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fontanella 2009 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanella-2009-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Fontanella 14.3,White,US,"Rich and showy, but a little too strong in everything, showing flamboyant tropical fruit, caramelized oak, butterscotch and sweet vanilla cream flavors. It's all quite delicious, but the wine ultimately lacks subtlety and distinction, especially at this price.",,50,87,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Hestan 2008 Chardonnay (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hestan-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Chardonnay,2008,Hestan 14.5,White,US,"Deliciously ripe and forward in pineapple, tangerine and peach flavors, this Chardonnay also has winemaker elaborations of buttered toast and sweet, smoky oak. It's made in the popular style, rich, honeyed and flamboyant.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Expression 38 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/expression-38-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Expression 38 13.5,Red,Italy,"Dolcetto Trifolera opens with round and generous berry flavors of cherry, blueberry and blackberry backed by a thick, rich but one-dimensional mouthfeel. This is an plump, easy wine to pair with roast beef or meatloaf.",Trifolera,18,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Giuseppe Cortese 2009 Trifolera (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-cortese-2009-trifolera-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Giuseppe Cortese ,Red,Italy,"From the Basarin cru of Barbaresco, this compact wine offers aromas of cola, spice and mature fruit with a lactic touch of milk chocolate at the back. Aromatically, it's slightly disjointed, but in the mouth the wine shows the crispness and tannic structure of classic Nebbiolo.",Basarin,19,87,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Giacosa Fratelli 2008 Basarin (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-2008-basarin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,2008,Giacosa Fratelli 13,Red,Italy,"Aged only in stainless steel, this youthful Barbera d'Alba offers pristine tones of cranberry, blueberry and white almond skin. In the mouth, the wine closes with soft tannins and bright freshness.",,18,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Giacomo Vico 2009 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-2009-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2009,Giacomo Vico 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dry and spicy up front, with aromas of herbed raspberry and sandalwood. The palate is juicy and structured, with toasty, spicy plum and berry flavors and good zest. Finishes toasty, with a bit of chocolaty richness. Fresh, ripe and well oaked.",Hacienda Araucano Reserva,11,87,Colchagua Valley,,,François Lurton 2009 Hacienda Araucano Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2009-hacienda-araucano-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,François Lurton ,Red,France,"Ripe and generous, with well-integrated wood and sweet fruit, layers of strawberry and soft spice. Fresh acidity provides the balance.",Clos de Mazeray,91,87,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2009 Clos de Mazeray (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2009-clos-mazeray-pinot-noir-meursault/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine Jacques Prieur ,White,France,"This is rounded and soft, with wood and spice flavors. There's an intriguing touch of ginger, along with a salty, mineral character.",Champs Pimont Premier Cru,79,87,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 2009 Champs Pimont Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-2009-champs-pimont-premier-cru-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Jacques Prieur 12.5,White,Greece,"Tropical fruit, vanilla and flowers on the nose give this Robola a unique start. The wine offers fresh yet lush flavors of apricot, citrus and tropical fruit on the palate, finishing ripe and rich. A luscious wine with refined character.",,18,87,Cephalonia,,,Domaine Foivos 2010 Robola (Cephalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-foivos-2010-greek-white-robola-cephalonia/,Robola,2010,Domaine Foivos 15,Red,US,"Extraordinarily rich and sweet in raspberry, cherry, vanilla custard, brown sugar and cinnamon spice flavors. Soft and somewhat sugary on the finish, it shows lots of ripe California fruit, but would benefit from being drier.",Black Nova III,78,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2007 Black Nova III Malbec-Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2007-black-nova-iii-red-blend-malbec-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Malbec-Syrah,2007,Château Julien 13.4,White,US,"Name a spice and it's here, especially cinnamon and cloves, which give the tangerine and papaya flavors an exotic, tantalizing taste. Acidity is fine and bright, and the finish treads the line between dry and off dry. Drink now.",Dry,18,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Claiborne & Churchill 2009 Dry Gewürztraminer (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2009-dry-gewurztraminer-central-coast/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Claiborne & Churchill 15.5,Red,US,"Deep purple in color with a yeasty nose, this Zin from the southern end of the Sierra Foothills is structured and intense, dry and more spicy than fruity, with plenty of savory pepper and chocolate throughout. Its 15.5% alcohol level adds a whole other layer of size. Pair with some serious barbecue.",,19,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Chatom Vineyards 2007 Zinfandel (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatom-vineyards-2007-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Chatom Vineyards 13,Red,Chile,"Berry aromas are clean, attractive and as expected. Structured and a little tannic in the mouth, with spicy, lightly oaked berry flavors that are normal as can be. Finishes with herbs, mocha and juicy acids along with a touch of tomato.",,10,87,Central Valley,,,Cono Sur 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Cono Sur 14,Red,Chile,"Dark and dense up front, with leathery, beefy aromas that suggest weight and size. The palate is indeed round and full, while the flavors are herbal and savory as you dig through blackberry and fig. Hefty, a little hot and a bit baked on the finish.",Legado Reserva,16,87,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2008 Legado Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2008-legado-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,De Martino 12.5,White,Romania,"Flirtatious on the nose with heady white blossoms, peach and sweet citrus scents, this medium-bodied Feteasca Regala is crisp and vivacious on the palate with an abundance of white peach and apricot flavors balanced by lime zest and a fresh, zippy acidity.",Alb Demisec,7,87,Recas,,,Cramele Recas 2010 Alb Demisec Feteascǎ Regalǎ (Recas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cramele-recas-2010-alb-demisec-other-white-feteasca-regala-recas/,Feteascǎ Regalǎ,2010,Cramele Recas 13,White,Romania,"Surprisingly multifaceted, this lovely Sauvignon Blanc counters sweet, ripe stonefruit and gooseberry on the nose and palate with elegant hints of fresh tarragon and bergamot. Dry and medium bodied in style, it's a refreshing wine with brisk acidity and balanced alcohol.",Single Vineyard Selection Sebes Alba Transylvania,9,87,Sebes,,,Cramele Halewood 2010 Single Vineyard Selection Sebes Alba Transylvania Sauvignon Blanc (Sebes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cramele-halewood-2010-single-vineyard-selection-sebes-alba-transylvania-sauvignon-blanc-sebes/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Cramele Halewood 13,Red,France,"A chunky wine, packed with tannins that fill out the dark plum and black cherry fruits. It's solid, if on the dry side, with fine acidity.",,60,87,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chanson Père et Fils 13.2,White,US,"Just a touch of oak adds a welcome creamy smokiness to this dry, crisply acidic wine. It's superrich in ripe lychee, Mandarin orange, sweet lime and spice flavors. Refreshing and clean, it's a nice cocktail sipper.",,22,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Benessere 2009 Pinot Grigio (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Benessere 14.2,Red,US,"Like most California Tempranillos, this one's dry, acidic and rich in red cherry fruit, cola and beef jerky flavors. It's a pleasant wine, with a silky, light mouthfeel. Try as an interesting alternative to Pinot Noir.",Tempestuous,35,87,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Bella Luna 2008 Tempestuous Tempranillo (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-luna-2008-tempestuous-tempranillo-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Tempranillo,2008,Bella Luna 14,Red,Italy,"This is a thick and vinous Dolcetto with bright grape and blueberry aromas followed by a touch of rubber and spice. It offers a slightly sweet aftertaste with dense, plump concentration.",Vigneti in Rio Sordo,23,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Cascina Bruciata 2009 Vigneti in Rio Sordo (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-bruciata-2009-vigneti-in-rio-sordo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Cascina Bruciata 13.9,White,US,"Muted at first, this 30,000-case production Chardonnay slowly develops tart, tropical aromas, then bits of apricot, vanilla and oak. It's aged in “Old Heads” (barrels from past vintages) and is a good-enough value for the price.",Old Head,15,86,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,Matchbook 2009 Old Head Chardonnay (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matchbook-2009-old-head-chardonnay-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,Matchbook ,Red,US,"A sweet, rather heavy wine. Cabernets hardly get riper than this, with its massive, jammy cherry, raspberry and blackberry fruit. Delicious, but one-dimensional. Drink now.",,35,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Mauritson 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Mauritson 12.5,White,Greece,"This wine has a feminine touch, with its floral, aromatic nose and delicate flavors of flowers, citrus and melon. Pretty and quiet, it will pair well with more subdued fare such a fruit, salads and mild cheeses.",Okto Dry White Wine,18,85,Crete,,,Lyrarakis 2010 Okto Dry White Wine White (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lyrarakis-2010-okto-dry-white-wine-crete/,White Blend,2010,Lyrarakis ,Red,France,"Rich, sweet and soft, with a strawberry jam character, and just the right balance of acidity.",Bourgogne Pinot Noir,30,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Alex Gambal 2009 Bourgogne Pinot Noir (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alex-gambal-2009-bourgogne-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2009,Alex Gambal 13,White,Chile,"Tropical and fresh, but monotone and dilute on the nose. The palate is lemony and tart in feel and flavor, with orange and tangerine tastes as well. Dry and basic on the finish, with a lemony, grapefruity fade.",Reserva,12,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2010 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2010-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Casa Silva 12.5,White,Italy,"An expression of Riesling Renano grapes, Il Torrione has a saturated golden color and opens with aromas of apricot, lemon zest, yellow rose and caramel butterscotch. It shows a smooth, ripe mouthfeel with a touch of bitter almond on the close.",Il Torrione Bianco di Moniga,16,85,,Garda Classico,,Monte Cicogna 2007 Il Torrione Bianco di Moniga (Garda Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-cicogna-2007-il-torrione-bianco-moniga-riesling-garda-classico/,Riesling,2007,Monte Cicogna 12,Red,Italy,"This blend of Groppello, Marzemino, Sangiovese and Barbera from Italy's Lake Garda displays a fresh note of cherry marmalade upfront. There's a rustic but genuine feel to the wine (in a screwcap bottle) that would help it match hamburger or barbecued meats. The mouthfeel is lean, crisp and thin.",Trepio',10,84,,Benaco Bresciano,,Civielle - Cantina della Valtenesi e della Lugana 2006 Trepio' Red (Benaco Bresciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/civielle-cantina-della-valtenesi-e-della-lugana-2006-trepio-red-benaco-bresciano/,Red Blend,2006,Civielle - Cantina della Valtenesi e della Lugana 12.5,Red,France,"This lightweight red is on the herbal side, although with attractive bitter-cherry flavors and some fresh acidity.",Bourgogne Pinot Noir,16,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Simonnet-Febvre 2009 Bourgogne Pinot Noir (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2009-bourgogne-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2009,Simonnet-Febvre 13,Red,Greece,"Earthy notes of cedar, tobacco and leather mix with tart cherry and violet on the nose and palate of this indigenous red. A crisp, focused style that will pair well with spiced meat and burgers, and is ready to drink now.",Damascenos Red Wine Fumé,25,84,Naoussa,,,Vaeni 2005 Damascenos Red Wine Fumé Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaeni-2005-damascenos-red-wine-fume-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,2005,Vaeni 13.5,Red,US,"A modest wine that has much to be modest about. It's dry and rather simple, with candied cherry-berry, cola and spice flavors.",,19,84,California,California Other,California,One Hope 2009 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-hope-2009-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,One Hope ,Red,US,"Mourvèdre and Syrah comprise this Rhône blend. Hard and tannic, with thin, generic red fruit.",Scarlet Fire Reserve Red,25,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kana 2007 Scarlet Fire Reserve Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2007-scarlet-fire-reserve-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2007,Kana 14,Red,India,"Charred wood and smoke dominate the nose and palate of this Indian Cab, smoldering over a core of plush black fruit that hides within. It's a pleasantly textured wine with soft, fine-grained tannins, but overwhelmed by smoke and a stalky, green finish.",Concerto Collection Basso Reserve,20,82,Nashik,,,Good Earth Wine 2008 Concerto Collection Basso Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Nashik),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/good-earth-wine-2008-concerto-collection-basso-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-nashik/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Good Earth Wine 13,Red,New Zealand,"A disappointing effort, showing a weedy, hay-like profile and fruit that is drying out on the finish. Barely acceptable.",,19,80,Awatere Valley,,,The Crossings 2009 Pinot Noir (Awatere Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossings-2009-pinot-noir-awatere-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,The Crossings 13.5,Red,US,"Lovely and tart, showing the finesse of this cool-climate vineyard. The flavors are of sour red cherries and cranberries. Tastes so sweet and savory, feels so vigorous and filled with life. Yet the mouthfeel is delicate and uplifted. With no new oak, the wine should develop over the next 8–10 years.",Hirsch Vineyard,60,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Lioco 2009 Hirsch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lioco-2009-hirsch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lioco 14,Red,Portugal,"Now well-established as a Douro classic, this latest vintage of Chryseia shows the same concentration and dense tannins while bringing an extra element of elegance and balance. This gives the wine obvious aging potential, over at least 6–7 years.",Chryseia,50,93,Douro,,,Prats & Symington LDA 2008 Chryseia Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prats-symington-lda-2008-chryseia-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Prats & Symington LDA 14.5,Red,South Africa,"A stunning wine loaded with nuance and complexity, Fusion V is a blend of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc, 12% Malbec, 7% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot. Spicy accents of leather, tobacco and cured meat add intrigue to the dark fruit core, while pepper and sweet licorice spice infuse the long finish. It's textured like crushed velvet with a firm structure of dusty tannins that linger. Drink now–2014.",Fusion V,50,93,Stellenbosch,,,De Toren 2008 Fusion V Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toren-2008-fusion-v-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,De Toren 14,Red,Portugal,"The Dão region has some superb expressions of Touriga Nacional and this is one of them. With its richly perfumed fruit, dusty tannins, spiced damson and blueberry flavors, this is a great wine, ready for drinking in another 4–5 years.",Casa de Santar Touriga Nacional,20,93,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2007 Casa de Santar Touriga Nacional Touriga Nacional (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2007-casa-santar-touriga-nacional-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-dao/,Touriga Nacional,2007,Dão Sul 15,Red,Argentina,"Dense, inky and sweet on the nose, with cassis, melted Swiss chocolate and well-integrated spice aromas. The palate has size and acidity, with toasty, creamy flavors of baked black fruits and coconut. Long on the finish, with vanilla and mocha; ripe, delicious and potent. Drink now through 2016.",Viña Federico Villafañe Single Vineyard,55,93,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2008 Viña Federico Villafañe Single Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2008-vina-federico-villafane-single-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Trapiche 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Amazingly ripe and deep wine from 2004, so it's all that it's going to be. Thick and figgy aromas bring bacon, mint and cool, cushiony cola notes. The palate is megasaturated with chocolaty oak and dark berry power galore. Remains oaky on the finish; a massive wine to drink now through 2017.",Alfa Crux Red Wine,42,93,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2004 Alfa Crux Red Wine Red (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2004-alfa-crux-red-wine-uco-valley/,Red Blend,2004,O. Fournier 13.9,Red,US,"Fenestra is making a boatload of small-production varieties from Livermore and Lodi, this one from its estate in the Livermore Valley where it's pulled off a stunning version of Mourvèdre, fairly low in alcohol (13.9%) and yet surprising with a black pepper nose, hint of maple, blackberry and baked plum that's drinking great right now.",Estate,25,93,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2007 Estate Mourvèdre (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2007-estate-mourvedre-livermore-valley-132345/,Mourvèdre,2007,Fenestra 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Intense and rich, an impressive wine that has concentrated fruit while also giving a dense, firmly full-bodied structure. This great wine is certainly worth aging for 5–6 years.",Quinta de Pancas Grande Escolha,39,93,Lisboa,,,Companhia das Quintas 2008 Quinta de Pancas Grande Escolha Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2008-quinta-pancas-grande-escolha-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,Companhia das Quintas 14.5,Red,Portugal,"There is an austere initial feel to this impressive wine, driven by its firm tannins and tight texture. It is dense and concentrated while also having black currant fruits that underly this intense structure. It certainly needs aging for several years.",Quinta das Tecedeiras Reserva,30,93,Douro,,,Dão Sul 2007 Quinta das Tecedeiras Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2007-quinta-das-tecedeiras-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Dão Sul 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A beautifully structured, balanced wine, solidly based on firm, dry tannins while also showing elegant fruit. Complex, the acidity cutting through the firm texture, it's a wine for long-term aging.",Quinta da Costa das Aguaneiras,,93,Douro,,,Lavradores de Feitoria 2007 Quinta da Costa das Aguaneiras Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavradores-feitoria-2007-quinta-costa-das-aguaneiras-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Lavradores de Feitoria 9,Dessert,US,"This is a very sweet wine. The residual sugar is 18.5%, making honey the dominant taste. But there's also a beautiful pineapple, apricot and peach ripeness, and the acidity is bright and clean. The fermentation was in 100% new French oak, and while there's a vanilla toastiness, the wine doesn't feel oaky. Drink now.",Vista Verde Vineyard Late Harvest,40,93,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Williams Selyem 2009 Vista Verde Vineyard Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2009-vista-verde-vineyard-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Williams Selyem 14.8,Red,US,"Class shows in this dry, tannic, elegantly structured Cabernet. The pedigree of its terroir shows in the perfectly smooth tannins and overall balance. Flavors of blackberries and black currants perfectly mix with new French oak. The vintage was not Napa's finest, and the wine is just a bit short, but extraordinarily refined. Drink now–2014.",Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard,125,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Carter 2008 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carter-2008-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Carter 14.5,Red,US,"Notable for its ripe, complex blackberry and cassis flavors, this beautiful Cabernet's oak overlay adds rich, balanced notes of buttered toast and caramel. Particularly likeable is the acidity, which makes all this richness lively and clean. Should age through the next 6–8 years, at least.",,85,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Brion 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brion-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Brion 15,Red,US,"Utterly delicious, so soft and refined. It's like blackberry and cherry pastries and cookies melted into wine, enhanced with squirts of cassis, anisette and chocolate sauce. Defines the California, and moreover the Pride Mountain, style, a flashy, flamboyant wine to drink over the next few years.",Reserve,125,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Pride Mountain 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-napa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Pride Mountain 13.9,White,US,"The new release from this old (1972) vineyard boosts the alcohol to 13.9%, dropping the residual sugar to just over 1%. Deep, concentrated, and driven by a dense minerality, this exceptional single-vineyard Riesling has raw fruit flavors of green apple, white peach and citrus rind. Sure to evolve, perhaps over decades, it has the vivid acidity and penetrating finish to improve significantly.",Solstice Vineyard,22,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Pacific Rim 2009 Solstice Vineyard Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-rim-2009-solstice-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2009,Pacific Rim 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A very fine wine, powered by both fruit and layers of tannins and wood. It is concentrated, darkly brooding, a hint of pepper to go with the toast, sweet fruits and dry finish.",Parus Tinto,40,93,Setubal,,,Herdade da Comporta 2008 Parus Tinto Red (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-comporta-2008-parus-tinto-red-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2008,Herdade da Comporta 14.5,Red,US,"A gorgeous Cabernet, sweetly soft and generous, offering delicious flavors. With an overlay of smoky, vanilla-scented oak, it has a core of blackberries, cherries, cassis and spices. Feels vital and flashy. Drink over the next four years.",Generations,85,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2006 Generations Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2006-generations-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Raymond 14.5,Red,US,"Very rich and ripe. Earns its high score for the interesting, complex presentation, like a high-production play, with classic blackberry, cassis and new oak flavors, wrapped into refined tannins. Dramatic and impressive, but not an ager, so drink up.",,60,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Raymond 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Raymond ,Red,US,"Just 100 cases (four barrels) made it into the reserve, sourced from the Pommard vineyard blocks. A slight step beyond the outstanding “regular” Schindler, this is chewier, blockier, all-around bigger. Same plummy, dried cherry fruit flavors, with compelling details of forest floor and tobacco. Gets more delicious through the finish, which seems to hang in the throat for a long while.",Schindler Reserve,60,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sineann 2009 Schindler Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2009-schindler-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Sineann 13.8,Red,US,"A classy, rich Pinot. It's delicately structured, with a transparent silkiness. Tight in acidity and also somewhat tannic, but showing great finesse, with a spicy core of raspberries, cherries, cola, lime zest and minerals. Drink now and through 2015.",Sea View Ridge Estate,70,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Flowers 2007 Sea View Ridge Estate Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flowers-2007-sea-view-ridge-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Flowers 15,Red,Portugal,"A densely black wine, richly smooth while also laced with concentrated tannin. The wine has power yet still shows a light touch of acidity to go with its black fruits. For long-term aging over the next 5–10 years.",Grande Reserva,50,93,Douro,,,Quinta da Sequeira 2007 Grande Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-sequeira-2007-grande-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta da Sequeira 14.5,Red,US,"It may sound strange, but this wine tastes like the liquid equivalent of a buttered toast bacon sandwich, spread with a little blackberry jam. However it sounds, it's really delicious.",,56,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Pride Mountain 2008 Merlot (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2008-merlot-napa-sonoma-napa/,Merlot,2008,Pride Mountain 15,Red,US,"This is a big, hard, tannic wine. It's so buttoned up, the question is whether it will age. Most of the signs say yes. It's gigantically rich in blackberries, cassis and chocolate, with a berried sweetness accented by the caramel of toasted oak. Acidity is just fine. On the other hand, the alcohol is notable, giving it peppery heat. A very fine, flashy, impressive wine, but its future is obscure.",Reserve,125,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Pride Mountain 2007 Reserve Claret (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2007-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-napa-sonoma-napa/,Claret,2007,Pride Mountain 14.3,Red,US,"A blend of seven vineyards scattered across the valley, this is a full-bodied, ripe Pinot Noir whose tannins suggest cellaring. Thoroughly dry, it shows deep notes of blackberries, black cherries, clove and pepper spice and smoky, vanilla-scented sandalwood. Feels elegant. Give it until 2013, at least.",,42,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Merry Edwards ,Red,US,"Winemaker Keith Emerson is the Director of Winemaking for Vineyard 29, a Napa-based winery and custom-crush facility. This debut wine from his own label is flat-out lovely. A core of focused cherry fruit is surrounded with accent flavors that circle like moons around a central planet. Tart acids, sweet toast, dark chocolate and a whisp of smoke, all almost ethereal and finely crafted.",Shea Vineyard,60,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sonría 2009 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonria-2009-shea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Sonría 14.3,Red,US,"This barrel selection, Keller's best, is an elaborate and complex Pinot Noir. It shows classic coastal acidity, with deep, delicious flavors of raspberries, cherries, mocha, licorice, spices and sweet sandalwood. The tannins are rich enough to let it age over the next six years.",Precioso,75,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller 2008 Precioso Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-2008-precioso-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Keller 13,Red,US,"Tight in acidity and tannins now, but very complex, offering a range of cherry, tangerine zest, mushroom, cola and Indian spice flavors that swirl to a long finish. The mouthfeel is delicate, but the power is impressive. Drink now–2015.",Saralee's Vineyard,35,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2007 Saralee's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2007-saralees-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Joseph Swan Vineyards 14.3,Red,US,"A really beautiful wine, softly crisp and silky, with gorgeously ripe flavors. Raspberries and cherries that were baked into a pie flood the palate, accented with sweet vanilla, toast and cinnamon spices. The acidity is clean, vibrant and perfect. Drink now and over the next six years.",Quail Hill Vineyard,60,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2009 Quail Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2009-quail-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lynmar 14.2,Red,US,"Elegant in construction, with fine acidity and a sleek mouthfeel. What really stars are the flavors. Massive in raspberry and cherry pie filling, cola and pomegranates, with lots of peppery spices and a smoky oak envelope. Should develop bottle complexity over the next six years.",Hawk Hill,70,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2009 Hawk Hill Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2009-hawk-hill-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lynmar 14.2,White,US,"A beautiful Chardonnay, rich and ripe in fruit, yet balanced with dryness and racy acidity and a fine minerality. The pineapple and orange flavors are accented with sweet, smoky oak. Drink this luxuriously elegant wine now.",,30,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Lynmar 14.1,Red,US,"Shows the rugged tannins and acidity of this old variety, with a full-bodied mouthfeel. Really delivers on the fruit, with dark flavors of mulberries, plums, blackberries and blueberries, as well as an earthy richness. Bone dry and completely balanced, it will develop for more than ten years.",Reserve,40,93,California,Napa,Calistoga,Shypoke 2007 Reserve Charbono (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shypoke-2007-reserve-italian-red-charbono-napa-calistoga/,Charbono,2007,Shypoke 15,White,US,"True to the Pride style, this Chardonnay is massively constructed, with an enormous blast of pineapple, orange and golden mango fruit, elaborated with sweet, smoky, caramelized oak. It's saved from being a mere fruit bomb by crisp acidity and a bracing minerality. Drink now for sheer hedonistic freshness.",Vintner Select Cuvée,47,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pride Mountain 2009 Vintner Select Cuvée Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2009-vintner-select-cuvee-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Pride Mountain 14.3,Red,US,"Rhône specialist Donelan ventures into Burgundian territory with this Pinot Noir, with good results. The grapes were grown in the wild Fort Ross area, and the wine shows typical cool-climate acidity and a feral quality to the wild berry, cherry and spice flavors. A fascinating wine that should develop over the next eight years.",Two Brothers,45,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Donelan 2009 Two Brothers Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donelan-2009-two-brothers-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Donelan ,Red,US,"David Hill's top-of-the-line Pinot Noir really shines in 2008. Rich, ripe and loaded with plum and black cherry fruit, it threads in careful streaks of coffee and mocha, then a lingering trace of Grand Marnier-style liqueur, with candied citrus tang. Thoroughly delicious.",BlackJack,45,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2008 BlackJack Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2008-blackjack-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,David Hill 14,Red,Portugal,"New wood gives this wine a polished feel, its berry fruits pushing through dense tannins. It is balanced in the sense that fruit and wood are coming well together, but this impressive wine needs several years' aging.",Marquesa de Cadaval,25,93,Tejo,,,Casa Cadaval 2007 Marquesa de Cadaval Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-cadaval-2007-marquesa-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2007,Casa Cadaval 14.1,Red,US,"A rich, dramatic wine that impresses for sheer deliciousness and elegance. It's pretty much as good as the winery's single-vineyard bottlings, but considerably less in price. Dry and silky, it shows beautiful acidity that makes the raspberry, cherry, cola, rhubarb, bacon and spice flavors sing. Drink now–2015.",,46,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Williams Selyem ,Red,US,"Generally considered the best of the best single vineyard Pinots from Sineann, this new Resonance is—to quote the late, great Robert Palmer—simply irresistible. Fresh fruit flavors of strawberry, raspberry, sweet cherry and more roll into a lingering aftermath with nuances of cinnamon, cola, chocolate, nougat, coconut and caramel. None of this is overwhelming; the fruit rules. But the finesse and length, which sneaks up on you, are impressive.",Resonance Vineyard,48,94,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Sineann 2009 Resonance Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2009-resonance-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2009,Sineann 14.1,White,US,"Superrich in pineapple, lime, kiwi and tropical fruit flavors, this lovely Chardonnay has a rich, balanced overlay of sweet, smoky oak. A blend of Lynmar's various vineyards, the wine's brisk acidity and minerality shine through, making the richness bright and clean. A brilliant Chardonnay to drink now.",La Sereinité,70,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2009 La Sereinité Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2009-sereinite-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Lynmar 14.4,Red,US,"An enormous wine, rich and complex and tannic enough to cellar. Made from the estate vineyard in the Sebastopol area, it floods the mouth with savory cherry, cola, rhubarb, cocoa and cinnamon spice flavors, wrapped into a silky, velvety texture. Feels classic, but you do want to give it some time. Drink 2012–2016.",Meredith Estate Méthode a L'Ancienne,54,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2008 Meredith Estate Méthode a L'Ancienne Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2008-meredith-estate-methode-a-lancienne-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Merry Edwards 14.5,White,US,"Fat, oily, unctuous and honeyed. Shows massive pineapple, mango, tangerine and Asian pear fruit, with a savory spiciness and plenty of sweet, smoky oak. As ripe as it is, it's saved from simplicity by brilliant acidity, a mineral cleanliness, and a thoroughly dry finish.",Heintz Vineyard,50,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2009 Heintz Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2009-heintz-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Williams Selyem 13.9,Red,US,"Hard to keep from falling in love with this wine. It's so luscious in bright, spicy wild cherry, raspberry and root beer flavors. With a satiny texture and brilliant acidity, it's stunningly drinkable now, but should hold and develop over the next six years.",,36,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Merry Edwards 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Merry Edwards 14.2,Red,US,"An interesting wine. The tomato edge it shows would normally be considered a sign of unripeness, but in this case it's a delicious Heirloom variety. Conjoined with black cherries, cola and exotic mulberries, dusted with rich, Indian spices, and finished with sweet oak. Don't drink this dry, tannic and complex young wine now. It needs 5–6 years in the cellar, and could go the distance.",Zephyr Farms,70,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2009 Zephyr Farms Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2009-zephyr-farms-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lynmar 14.2,White,US,"Brilliant acidity, dryness and tangy minerality mark this Chardonnay. The grapes come from the estate vineyard in the cool, southern part of the valley. Shows tangy, steel-tinged flavors of pineapples, oranges and honeysuckle, with an extraordinary richness that finishes dry.",Quail Hill Vineyard,40,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2009 Quail Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2009-quail-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Lynmar 14.5,Red,US,"A gorgeous Pinot Noir, dry and crisp in cool-climate acidity, with a silky texture housing complex cherry and raspberry fruit flavors. Oak adds lush vanilla and toast notes. Really lovely now, and should develop over the next six years.",Quail Hill Vineyard Lynn's Blend,70,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2009 Quail Hill Vineyard Lynn's Blend Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2009-quail-hill-vineyard-lynns-blend-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lynmar 14.5,Red,US,"Extraordinarily rich and ripe, showing sweet raspberry and cherry fruit flavors, enhanced with the vanilla and buttered toast of oak barrels. Brilliant acidity and wonderfully soft tannins make this Pinot instantly drinkable, yet it should age over the next 6–8 years.",Quail Hill Vineyard Bliss Block,70,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2009 Quail Hill Vineyard Bliss Block Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2009-quail-hill-vineyard-bliss-block-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lynmar 12.5,Dessert,Italy,"This golden Recioto di Soave Classico offers gorgeous intensity in the form of sweet honey, apricot, almond paste and even a touch of dried sage or rosemary. The mouthfeel is full and generous with a spicy point of acidity that keeps the palate refreshed.",Le Colombare,48,94,Veneto,Recioto di Soave Classico,,Pieropan 2007 Le Colombare (Recioto di Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-2007-le-colombare-italian-white-garganega-recioto-soave-classico/,Garganega,2007,Pieropan 14.2,Red,US,"An ultrarich Cabernet that shows the pedigree of its vineyard. It's dramatic in blackberry, cherry, plum, cassis, chocolate, anise and baking spice flavors, wrapped into wonderfully soft, gentle tannins. With a long, sweet finish, it should develop over the next 10 years.",Beckstoffer Georges III,95,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Keating 2008 Beckstoffer Georges III Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keating-2008-beckstoffer-georges-iii-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Keating 14.5,Red,Portugal,"The top-of-the-range red from Casa de Santar estate in homage to the first count of Santar in the 18th century. It is a powerfully velvet wine, very elegant, packed with ripe tannins, dark fruits and a structure that demands aging. Keep for at least six years.",Casa de Santar Conde de Santar,60,94,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2007 Casa de Santar Conde de Santar Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2007-casa-santar-conde-santar-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2007,Dão Sul 15,Red,Argentina,"The best of the 2008 batch of Trapiche single-vineyard Malbecs is this one from Jorge Miralles' vineyard. Dark, smoky and elegant on the nose, with blackberry, cassis and toasty spice flavors. It's juicy, deep and balanced, with a long, sultry, smooth finish. Pure and showing nary a fault. Drink now through 2015.",Viña Jorge Miralles Single Vineyard,55,94,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2008 Viña Jorge Miralles Single Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2008-vina-jorge-miralles-single-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Trapiche 15.1,Red,US,"Old-vine Oregon Zinfandel is not common; in fact, this is all of them. From the Pines Vineyard, planted around a century ago, revived in the 1980s, these wines have a power and unique presence that sets them apart from Zin from anywhere else. Ultraripe fruit flavors of strawberry and raspberry jam, alcohol above 15%, amazing density and beautifully managed tannins, with some sweet grain flavors that say “old vines.”",Old Vine,39,94,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Sineann 2009 Old Vine Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2009-old-vine-zinfandel-other-columbia-valley-or/,Zinfandel,2009,Sineann ,Red,US,"The Eyrie reserve is a single vineyard selection from the estate's oldest vines, planted between 1967 and 1973. The longevity of these wines is a proven fact; they evolve (and generally improve) for decades. This is already delicious, smoky, almost ethereal, with truly Burgundian finesse and depth. This wine, as much or more than any other, expresses the potential of Oregon Pinot Noir to approach the majesty of fine Burgundy.",Reserve,62,94,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,The Eyrie Vineyards 2007 Reserve Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2007-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,The Eyrie Vineyards 14,Red,Portugal,"Wonderfully balanced and structured, this is a wine that gives a complete series of flavors from chocolate, black stone fruits, layers of wood and finally the essential acidity. Its texture is grainy, dusty, firm and ready to age for several years.",,40,94,Douro,,,Poeira 2008 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poeira-2008-red-douro-131606/,Portuguese Red,2008,Poeira 14.5,White,US,"A gigantic Chardonnay. What it lacks in subtlety it more than makes up for in sheer power. Dazzles with pineapple jam, mango, pear, lime, buttered toast and sweet oak flavors, balanced with fine acidity. There's a minerally stoniness that makes it even more complex. Drink now–2014.",Allen Vineyard,50,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2009 Allen Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2009-allen-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Williams Selyem 14.9,Red,US,"One of the best Edna Valley Pinot Noirs ever. This region normally produces Pinots with crisp acidity and fine varietal character, and so it is here, with its cherry, black raspberry, red currant and sandalwood flavors. But there's extra depth and complexity, with a wildly exotic, spicy edge, that lift the wine into greatness. Right up there with the best of coastal California. Hard to tell where it's going, but give it a good decant before serving.",,40,95,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Center of Effort 2008 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/center-effort-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Center of Effort 14.5,Rose,US,"This single-vineyard Pinot Noir shows fine coastal acidity and dryness, and a transparency of taste that comes from the terroir. It's very delicious, with jammy raspberry and cherry fruit flavors enriched with oaky vanillins and smoky, buttery caramel. Gorgeous and compelling, combining power and nuance, it's a wine to drink now and through 2015, at least.",Terra de Promissio,70,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Lynmar 2009 Terra de Promissio Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2009-terra-promissio-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lynmar 14.3,Red,US,"A fabulous, lush Pinot Noir, dry and silky. Crisp coastal acidity brightens the complex flavors of raspberries, cherries and spices, with sweet oak influences, and there's a rich tang of minerals from the earth. It's ridiculously delicious now, but with a tug of tannins, it should develop over the next six years, at least.",Quail Hill Vineyard Old Vines,120,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2009 Quail Hill Vineyard Old Vines Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2009-quail-hill-vineyard-old-vines-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lynmar 14.4,Red,US,"Merry Edwards has figured out the magic trick of crafting Pinot Noirs so luscious right out of the gate, you want to drink them now, but that actually are ageable. This one, from the warmer Westside Road area of the valley, is enormously ripe and seductive now, with wild cherry, red licorice, bacon, cola, cocoa and cinnamon spice flavors. Yet the inherent balance of tannins and acids ensures it a long life. What a treat. Now–2016.",Flax Vineyard Méthode a L'Ancienne,54,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2008 Flax Vineyard Méthode a L'Ancienne Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2008-flax-vineyard-methode-a-lancienne-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Merry Edwards 14.6,Red,US,"An enormously rich Pinot Nor, stunningly delicious. Hard to imagine a California Pinot offering more opulent notes at such a young age. Dazzles with raspberry and cherry pie filling, vanilla, toast and scads of spices, and feels so soft, so silky, yet finishes so dry. Really a stunner. Should glidepath through the next six years, gradually growing mushroomy.",Quail Hill Vineyard Summit,70,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2009 Quail Hill Vineyard Summit Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2009-quail-hill-vineyard-summit-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lynmar 14.4,Red,US,"An awesome wine. So delicious and complex now in wild cherry, raspberry, Dr. Pepper cola, bacon and smoky sandalwood flavors, brightened with crisp acidity and totally dry despite the fruitiness. But you'll also find a firm tannic structure that gives it some astringency. It's the kind of Pinot Noir that California does at its best, drinkable now for sheer beauty, but easily capable of a decade of aging.",Klopp Ranch Méthode a L'Ancienne,57,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2008 Klopp Ranch Méthode a L'Ancienne Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2008-klopp-ranch-methode-a-lancienne-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Merry Edwards 14.2,Red,US,"An awesome Pinot Noir—it's hard to find words to describe its beauty. It's bone dry and rich in stimulating acidity, and the cherry and raspberry fruit flavors have an earthy, mushroomy quality that grounds the wine and gives it a real sense of terroir. Shows the fleshy attractions of the amazing '07 vintage, with an undisputed capacity to age. Now–2017, at least.",Trenton Estate Vineyard,52,97,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2007 Trenton Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2007-trenton-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Joseph Swan Vineyards 13.5,White,Chile,"Another subpar Chardonnay from this winery. It smells like rubber bands and bacon, while the palate is heavy and tastes of hickory, sweet apple and sugar. Recent vintages of this wine have been weak.",Reserva,12,80,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2010 Reserva Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2010-reserva-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,MontGras 14.5,Red,Chile,"Overloaded with tomato, green bean and bell pepper on the nose. Not much changes in the mouth; it's herbal and tomatoey, with oregano and chili pepper flavors. A green, herbal wine made from four grapes, led by Merlot.",Quinteto,16,80,Casablanca Valley,,,Lomas del Valle 2006 Quinteto Red (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lomas-valle-2006-quinteto-red-casablanca-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Lomas del Valle 15.2,Red,US,"A harsh, disagreeable wine. So high in acidity, it's sour, and the finish is sweet and hot.",,33,81,California,California Other,California,Villa Andretti 2009 Barbera (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-andretti-2009-barbera-other/,Barbera,2009,Villa Andretti 14.8,Red,US,"Way too ripe, with Porty, raisin and chocolate flavors that finish sweet. The tannins are fierce.",Reserve,25,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spelletich Cellars 2006 Reserve Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spelletich-cellars-2006-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2006,Spelletich Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Muted, bitter and sour, this Renwood Barbera, meant to be its better offering, is not as good as its larger-release Red Label version and double the price.",Estate,25,81,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Renwood 2008 Estate Barbera (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2008-estate-barbera-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Barbera,2008,Renwood 13.5,Red,Chile,"Strange spice and ground cinnamon aromas shadow the fruit, which may be a good thing because the palate is flat and murky, with jammy, sweet flavors and not much follow up on the backside. Finishes creamy but bitter tasting.",,9,82,Central Valley,,,Terra Andina 2009 Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-andina-2009-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Terra Andina 13.8,Red,US,"A low-price, high-production Merlot from Mendocino County grapes that smells musky and tastes a bit bland.",,10,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Castle Rock 2007 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2007-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,2007,Castle Rock 14.2,Red,US,"A soft, sweet, heavy wine. Tastes sugary in cherry pie filling flavors, and lacks vibrance. Ready now.",Reserve,45,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spelletich Cellars 2006 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spelletich-cellars-2006-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Spelletich Cellars 12.5,Red,New Zealand,This wine's modest strawberry and sous-bois notes are pretty unremarkable. It's light in body and short of finish.,Cellar Selection,15,82,Hawke's Bay,,,Sileni 2009 Cellar Selection Pinot Noir (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sileni-2009-cellar-selection-pinot-noir-hawkes-bay/,Pinot Noir,2009,Sileni ,Red,US,"Tart and thin, with strawberry fruit and stiff tannins. It's 100% Tempranillo, but it could be anything.",,18,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kana 2007 Tempranillo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2007-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wa/,Tempranillo,2007,Kana 14.2,Red,US,"Tastes hot and enormously high in alcohol, with simple, sweet Porty flavors that are overripe, and veer into raisins and prunes.",Fighter Pilot Red,34,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bella Luna 2009 Fighter Pilot Red Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-luna-2009-fighter-pilot-red-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,Bella Luna 15.1,Red,US,"Frankly sweet, with overripe raisin, blackberry jam and chocolate flavors, wrapped into heavy tannins. High alcohol gives it a hot, prickly finish.",Lot One,38,82,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Bella Luna 2008 Lot One Barbera (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-luna-2008-lot-one-barbera-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Barbera,2008,Bella Luna 13.5,Red,Chile,"Murky and pickled on the nose, with dull fruit aromas. The palate is sheer and grating in feel, with snappy acidity, lean fruit and herbal flavors of tart raspberry. Scratchy and drying on the finish.",Reserva,13,82,Central Valley,,,Terra Andina 2009 Reserva Pinot Noir (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-andina-2009-reserva-pinot-noir-central-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Terra Andina 13.5,White,New Zealand,This medium-bodied Chardonnay displays some vegetal notes of canned corn and a slightly oily texture on the finish.,Unoaked,15,82,Awatere Valley,,,The Crossings 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Awatere Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossings-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-awatere-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,The Crossings ,White,Chile,"Chunky, sweet, clammy aromas lead to a soft, flabby palate with melony flavors in front of a mealy finish. Lacks spine and tastes overly sweet.",,13,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Lomas del Valle 2009 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lomas-valle-2009-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Lomas del Valle 14.5,Red,Chile,"A murky wine with tree bark, rooty fruit aromas and a sharp, high-acid palate that's tannic. Tastes herbal, tart and a bit vegetal, with an herbal, scratchy finish that strongly hints at green. Imported by GOS Wines and BMC Imports.",,24,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Loma Larga 2007 Cabernet Franc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loma-larga-2007-cabernet-franc-casablanca-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Loma Larga 12.5,Red,Slovenia,"While dark and dusty on the nose with hints of mushroom and barnyard funk, there's a core of black cherry fruit and spice that reveals itself with extended aeration. Medium bodied with a lush, smooth texture, it finishes with a mouthful of coarse, grippy tannins.",Modri Pinot,15,82,Štajerska,,,Pullus 2009 Modri Pinot Pinot Noir (Štajerska),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pullus-2009-modri-pinot-pinot-noir-stajerska/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pullus 15.5,Red,US,"Despite (or perhaps because of) its 15.5% alcohol, this reserve, sourced from the Lawrence Vineyard in Washington's emerging Royal Slope region, is a tired, weedy, short and quite tannic wine that delivers little pleasure.",Meyer Reserve,35,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pend d'Oreille 2008 Meyer Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pend-doreille-2008-meyer-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Pend d'Oreille 14,White,Chile,"Bland and oily on the nose, with a mushy palate that's pickled and isn't bringing much to the table. The wine is lemony and green, with a tangle of briney citrus flavors and low acidity. Proves that no oak does not mean no faults.",Reserva Unoaked,11,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Apaltagua 2010 Reserva Unoaked Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2010-reserva-unoaked-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Apaltagua ,Red,US,"This starts out well, with some varietal fruit and pepper in the nose. But the aggressive vanilla and coffee flavors suggest that the oak treatments were not well integrated, and the tannins have a bitterly harsh edge to them.",,19,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Claar 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claar-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Claar 13.5,White,Chile,"Banana and lacquer aromas blend with pickled white fruit scents and brine. It's by no means a fresh and inviting Chardonnay; instead, it's a bit mustardy and briney, and not terribly fresh in feel. Is that sauerkraut on the finish?",T.H. West Limarí,20,82,Limarí Valley,,,Undurraga 2009 T.H. West Limarí Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2009-th-west-limari-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Undurraga 14,White,US,"Overoaked and tired, a simple, sweet Chardonnay with buttered popcorn and pineapple jam flavors.",,16,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spell Wine 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spell-wine-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Spell Wine 14.6,Red,US,"Made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this is a sweet, rustic wine. It's overripe and Porty, with caramel, blackberry jam and chocolate flavors.",Spellonu Red,15,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spell Wine 2006 Spellonu Red Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spell-wine-2006-spellonu-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Spell Wine 13.5,White,US,"Over the top in oak, a clumsy attempt to lure in consumers with vanilla and caramel flavors that have little to do with Chardonnay. It's already turning old and tired.",,22,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Windsor Sonoma 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-sonoma-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Windsor Sonoma 14.5,White,US,"While this Chardonnay is packed with ripe pineapple, pear and tropical fruit and has decent acidity, it's awkwardly sugary and raw. Tastes like Chinese sweet and sour sauce. The fruit is good, but the wine needs to be drier.",,32,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sixteen by Twenty 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sixteen-by-twenty-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Sixteen by Twenty 13.9,White,US,"are starting to recognize Clarksburg, for growing some amazingly flavorful Chenin Blanc and Albarino, but if it's Chardonnay they want to grow, too, this wine won't help make the case. From the Wilson Vineyard, it's sweet and uncomplicated and tasting a bit burnt.",Wilson Vineyard,13,83,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,The Crusher 2009 Wilson Vineyard Chardonnay (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crusher-2009-wilson-vineyard-chardonnay-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chardonnay,2009,The Crusher 12.5,Red,Romania,"For red wine drinkers seeking an easygoing dessert tipple, this semi-sweet Feteasca is a cheerful candidate with sour cherry fruit flavors darkened by just a hint of bramble. Medium bodied with bright acidity that keeps the palate fresh.",Zestrea Sweet Red,8,83,Murfatlar,,,Murfatlar 2008 Zestrea Sweet Red Feteasca (Murfatlar),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murfatlar-2008-zestrea-sweet-red-other-white-feteasca-murfatlar/,Feteasca,2008,Murfatlar 13.1,Red,US,"This might be an example of a wine that's too low in alcohol (13.1%). Two bottles were tasted and both came off as very soft and a tad bland, even waxy.",Reserve,14,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Pavillion Crossing 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavillion-crossing-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Pavillion Crossing 14.5,Red,Chile,"Heat, spice, oregano and earthy black fruit aromas are granular and raisiny. The palate is thick like berry syrup, with creamy, sweet, gummy flavors that suggest blackberry candy and molasses. Roasted and herbal; strange on the finish.",Reserva,12,83,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,MontGras 15.8,Red,US,"So incredibly big and meaty, this old-vine Zinfandel lists itself at 15.8% alcohol and is indeed sweet but not jammy.",Epicenter Old Vine Zinfandel,20,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Mettler Family Vineyards 2008 Epicenter Old Vine Zinfandel Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mettler-family-2008-epicenter-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,Mettler Family Vineyards 15.8,Red,US,"Not showing very well and smelling like sweet soda. Spring for Klinker Brick's 2008 Old Ghost instead, a much more stellar version of Lodi old-vine Zin, double the price but worth every additional dollar.",Old Vine Zinfandel,18,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Klinker Brick 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/klinker-brick-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,Klinker Brick ,White,US,"Perhaps an unrepresentative bottle (just one was submitted), but this 2008 reserve was muddy in the glass and flabby in the mouth. Oaky and buttery to an extreme degree, it had lost all freshness and fruit.",Reserve,25,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hogue 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2008-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2008,Hogue ,Red,US,Too much tobacco on this wine that comes off as slightly overripe and sweet.,Canterbury Vineyards,28,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Zucca 2009 Canterbury Vineyards Malbec (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zucca-2009-canterbury-malbec-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Malbec,2009,Zucca 14.9,Red,US,"Not a lot of aromas in this 14.9% old-vine Zin, though a touch of fruit shows up mid-palate. Pretty so-so.",Altitude: 2401,28,83,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 2008 Altitude: 2401 Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2008-altitude-2401-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2008,Perry Creek 12.5,White,Italy,"Packaged in a squat, ballooned bottle, this Lugana-based white (with 3% Chardonnay) delivers aromas of candied fruit, tangerine rind, pressed rose and a touch of caramel or butterscotch. The wine's finish is marked by a tart, sour grapefruit note.",Perla,21,83,Lombardy,Lugana,,Perla del Garda 2008 Perla (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perla-garda-2008-perla-white-lugana/,White Blend,2008,Perla del Garda 13.5,White,Georgia,"Smoky on the nose, with hints of waxy orange rind and honey comb, this oak-aged Rkatsiteli is dry and crisp. It's also on the light side, with a smoky, dusty palate.",Marani Kondoli Vineyards,14,83,Kakheti,,,Telavi 2008 Marani Kondoli Vineyards Rkatsiteli (Kakheti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telavi-2008-marani-kondoli-other-white-rkatsiteli-kakheti/,Rkatsiteli,2008,Telavi ,Red,US,"Barely ripe fruit is swamped by flavors of earth, herb and leaf. Tannins are also unripe to the point of stemmy. Nonetheless, this could work if set against a grilled steak.",,19,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Claar 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claar-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Claar 14,Red,Chile,"Pointed and herbal on the nose, with olive and a hardness that suggests paint or chemical. The palate is tight, grating and tastes of jumbled fruit and olive. Herbal and minty on the finish.",Reserva,9,83,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2010 Reserva Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2010-reserva-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Santa Alicia 13.5,Red,US,"Rugged and harsh in the mouth, with very modest berry flavors, and a touch of green, stemmy mint. Not much richness, but it's dry. Half the profits go to charity.",,19,83,California,California Other,California,One Hope 2008 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-hope-2008-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,One Hope 15.1,White,US,"With overpowering pineapple and almost a flinty quality to its aroma, this wine is simply sweet.",,18,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Rock Wall 2009 Viognier (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2009-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Viognier,2009,Rock Wall 12,Red,Greece,"Rich waves of red berries and cinnamon spice lead this soft, dry red. On the palate, it's slightly aimless with quiet berry fruit flavors and a spin of minerals. This is an easy-drinking red that's nice with cheese and tomato-based dishes.",Demestica Red,10,83,Greece,,,Achaia Clauss NV Demestica Red Red (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaia-clauss-nv-demestica-red/,Red Blend,,Achaia Clauss 11.8,Red,Croatia,"Attractive on the nose with sweet black fruit accented with black pepper and herbs, this light-bodied Plavac Mali is a deviation from its big, brooding peers. While vibrant with brisk acidity and an alcohol level that's under 12%, hints of green and underripe fruit detract from its pleasant sour cherry palate.",Galerija Art & Wine,14,83,Peljesac,,,Bura NV Galerija Art & Wine Red (Peljesac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bura-nv-galerija-art-wine-red-peljesac/,Red Blend,,Bura 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Nothing against light-bodied Pinot Noir, but the delicacy of this wine verges on dilute. There's a hint of hickory smoke, some modest cherry fruit and not a lot else.",,17,83,Central Otago-Marlborough,,,Yealands 2009 Pinot Noir (Central Otago-Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yealands-2009-pinot-noir-central-otago-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2009,Yealands 13,White,France,"Round in the mouth, soft and ripe, this wine has a warm, full-bodied feel to it, without great definition or character. Ready to drink now.",,,83,Burgundy,Mâcon-Davayé,,Domaine de la Croix Senaillet 2009 Mâcon-Davayé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-croix-senaillet-2009-chardonnay-macon-davaye/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine de la Croix Senaillet 12.5,White,Chile,"Smells like spiced applesauce. The palate is more full than light, with roundness but lemony, tart flavors of citrus and green apple. Tart again on the finish, with an odd oily feel. Seems green as well.",,10,83,Central Valley,,,Chilcas 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2010-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Chilcas 13.5,White,Chile,"Saline, apple and not much else create an innocuous bouquet. The palate is short and lemony, with tangy acidity and stalky flavors of lemon and pineapple. Burns a little on the finish, which tastes stemmy.",,9,83,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2010 Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2010-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Tamaya 13.5,Red,Chile,"Funky and sweet smelling, with odd fruit aromas and unfamiliar spice notes. The palate has a snappy, clacky feel and flavors of red fruits, citrus, herbs, tomato and oregano. Sharp on the finish, and overall it tastes like pizza.",,9,83,Central Valley,,,Terra Andina 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-andina-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Terra Andina 13.5,White,Chile,"Lemon and apple aromas are basic, while the palate is spongey and offers only mild acidity to boost slightly mealy citrus and persimmon flavors. Finishes flat as a board.",Estate Bottled Un-oaked,7,83,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2010 Estate Bottled Un-oaked Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2010-estate-bottled-un-oaked-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,La Playa 13.8,Red,US,"A soft, simple wine, with candied cherry and raspberry flavors. It has a sweet finish. Drink now.",Standing Ovation,35,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Ticket Cellars 2008 Standing Ovation Sangiovese (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ticket-cellars-2008-standing-ovation-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sangiovese,2008,Ticket Cellars 13,White,US,"A bit heavy, with ripe flavors of apricots, pears and oranges. There's a hint of sweetness. It's a rustic wine, but serve it cold at big parties and don't worry.",,13,83,California,California Other,California,Main & Geary 2010 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/main-geary-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Main & Geary 12,White,Italy,"Peri Bigogno Chardonnay displays a golden, copperish color and scents of apricot jam, mature melon and butterscotch. Vanilla bean, almond and lemon zest also appear within the wine's dense, viscous texture.",,14,83,Lombardy,Montenetto di Brescia,,Peri Bigogno 2010 Montenetto di Brescia,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peri-bigogno-2010-chardonnay-montenetto-brescia/,Chardonnay,2010,Peri Bigogno 14,White,Chile,"Simple pear and peach aromas set up a soft, somewhat flabby palate with sweet but already fading tropical fruit flavors. Not a lot of spine or kick to this wine; it finishes a bit mealy and wan.",Reserva,13,83,Maule Valley,,,Chilcas 2009 Reserva Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2009-reserva-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Chilcas 14.7,Red,US,"The Santa Cruz producer Bargetto ventures into Lodi to make this old-vine Zin and unfortunately something gets lost in translation. The wine comes off a little bitter, like blackberries picked too soon.",Old Vine Zinfandel,20,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Bargetto 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,Bargetto 14.8,Red,US,"A rustic but friendly red wine, blended from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. Shows blackberry, currant and Port flavors, with lots of caramelized oak.",Severed Head Red,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spell Wine 2006 Severed Head Red Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spell-wine-2006-severed-head-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Spell Wine 14.2,White,US,"Sourced predominantly from Russian River Valley vineyards, this tiny-production Chardonnay starts with the sweet aromas of vanilla and pear and continues to be very sweet throughout. Aged 10 months in 58% new French oak, the rest stainless steel.",,28,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Zina Hyde Cunningham 2009 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zina-hyde-cunningham-2009-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Zina Hyde Cunningham 11,White,US,"Very sweet, with honeyed flavors of tangerines and peaches. Crisp acidity provides balance. A charming, low-alcohol dessert wine for beachside drinking.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Twisted 2010 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twisted-2010-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2010,Twisted ,White,US,"Sémillon and Viognier account for 14% of the blend, taking it away from varietal character but adding some citrus and spice. This is a solid, everyday white, with moderate alcohol and a clean finish.",,7,84,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Pine & Post 2008 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-post-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Pine & Post 13.5,White,US,"With underlying pineapple and lime fruit, this wine is overoaked. It's all about buttered toast, caramel and butterscotch flavors, saved by crisp acidity.",,19,84,California,California Other,California,One Hope 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-hope-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,One Hope 13.5,White,Croatia,"Floral and fruity up front with sweet lychee, stonefruit and jasmine flower notes, this is a refreshing wine with zesty acidity and a clean, grassy midpalate that's just a bit short on concentration.",Graševina,13,84,Kutjevo,,,Enjingi 2009 Graševina Welschriesling (Kutjevo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enjingi-2009-grasevina-other-white-welschriesling-kutjevo/,Welschriesling,2009,Enjingi 15.2,Red,US,"This blend of Bordeaux varieties and Syrah is sweet and simple. It has candied flavors of red fruits, vanilla, Indian spices and caramelized oak.",Proprietary Red Wine,18,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,El Roy 2006 Proprietary Red Wine Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-roy-2006-proprietary-red-wine-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Red Blend,2006,El Roy 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a rustic, everyday Pinot Noir, but it's dry and silky, with some good cherry, sandalwood and spice flavors. Nothing terribly complicated, but a decent sipper.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Castle Rock 2009 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Castle Rock 13.6,Red,Croatia,"Grapey on the nose with veins of bramble and black tea leaves, this Blaufränkish (Lemberger in Germany) is fairly tannic on entry but softens considerably with aeration. Give it some time, and it reveals a far more elegant profile with fresh black cherry fruit laced with a rustic, autumn leaf note and lively acidity.",,13,84,Podunavlje,,,Iločki Podrumi 2009 Blaufränkisch (Podunavlje),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ilocki-podrumi-2009-other-red-blaufrankisch-podunavlje/,Blaufränkisch,2009,Iločki Podrumi 14.3,White,US,"Tastes constructed and manipulated, with sugary-sweet pineapple and mango flavors and an acidity that seems unnaturally tart. Finishes with a candy, granola sweetness.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Heliodoro 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heliodoro-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Heliodoro 13,White,Chile,"Bland at first, with applesauce aromas. The palate is more zesty and lively, with tropical flavors of melon and mango along with lime. Finishes with green citrus and jalapeño heat. Basic but good enough for quaffing.",,12,84,Maipo Valley,,,Haras 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haras-2010-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Haras 14,White,Chile,"Chunky, oily, sweet aromas of pineapple and vanilla lead to a soft palate with mildly green, pickled flavors and creamy melon. The finish is quiet and quick other than for a final wave of sweet cream.",Reserva,14,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Viu Manent 2010 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2010-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Viu Manent 14.5,Red,Chile,"Varietally sound on the nose but also scratchy and stemmy smelling, with a pickled element. The palate is tight and tart, with lean plum and red cherry flavors that coax out a gritty, citrusy, peppery finish.",Lot 227,15,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 227 Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-227-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cameron Hughes 14.2,Red,Croatia,"High-toned, red cherry fruit aromas on this bold, full-bodied Croatian Pinot transition nicely to a deeply concentrated black fruit palate sprinkled with cocoa and vanilla notes. The texture is lush overall, but grape tannins feel harsh and grippy on the finish.",,13,84,Podunavlje,,,Podrumi Belje 2008 Pinot Noir (Podunavlje),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podrumi-belje-2008-pinot-noir-podunavlje/,Pinot Noir,2008,Podrumi Belje 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"On the light-bodied side of the Pinot Noir spectrum, with modest red-fruit aromas and flavors accented by some funky, oaky notes of tree bark and charred nuts.",,20,84,Marlborough,,,Opawa 2009 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/opawa-2009-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2009,Opawa 15.1,Red,US,"A dull wine, lacking zest, with extracted, soft flavors of berries, currants, anise, milk chocolate and spices that turn overripe on the finish. Pretty expensive for what you get.",,43,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2009 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2009-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Andretti 13.5,White,Chile,"Aromas of grapefuit blend with green, vegetal notes of asparagus. The palate is pliant and easy, with mango, citrus and green bean flavors. Doesn't commit to being green and vegetal or blaring and citric; falls in between.",,13,84,Leyda Valley,,,La Cruz 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-cruz-2009-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,La Cruz 13.2,White,US,"Racy acidity gives this wine a clean, bracing mouthfeel. Then the fruit kicks in, filled with pineapples, green apples, lemons, limes and pears. But with a sugary finish, it could be drier.",,19,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hanna 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Hanna ,Red,US,"A blend of Syrah and Grenache, still hard and tannic. The flavors of earth, coffee and dark toast conceal whatever the fruit might have to say, leaving a trail of bitterness in the finish.",Dark Star Red,20,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kana 2007 Dark Star Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kana-2007-dark-star-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Kana 14.1,White,US,"A simple, sweet Chardonnay, jammy and sugary in pineapples, tangerines and vanilla. This candied wine is made in the popular style.",Malibu,29,84,California,California Other,California,Hoyt Family Vineyards 2008 Malibu Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoyt-family-2008-malibu-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Hoyt Family Vineyards 14.5,Red,Chile,"Opens with pickled aromas of red cabbage. The mouthfeel is good and proper, however the flavors fall back to tomato, oregano, basil and even sauerkraut. Leathery on the finish, with lasting herbal flavors. 260 cases produced. Imported by GOS Wines and BMC Imports.",BK-BL,29,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Loma Larga 2006 BK-BL Syrah (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loma-larga-2006-bk-bl-shiraz-syrah-syrah-casablanca-valley/,Syrah,2006,Loma Larga 14.2,Red,US,"Pretty much as good as a Pinot with a statewide appellation gets. It's dry and simple in structure, with modest cherry, herb and spice flavors.",,15,84,California,California Other,California,Stephen Vincent 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-vincent-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Stephen Vincent ,Red,US,"Sharply defined aromas, with a little funk at the base, lead into tart red fruits and flavors of slightly bitter herbs. The fruit fades quickly, leaving tart flavors of stem and leaf in its wake.",,22,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),RiverAerie 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riveraerie-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,RiverAerie 12.5,Red,Greece,"Black cherry, cigarbox and balsamic on the nose is followed by red currant, leather and cherry on the palate. A touch of lean minerality and lots of acidity give the wine a plucky kick. If you like leaner-style reds with an exotic flair, this wine is for you.",Myesis Initiation,20,84,Cephalonia,,,Domaine Foivos 2010 Myesis Initiation Red (Cephalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-foivos-2010-myesis-initiation-red-cephalonia/,Red Blend,2010,Domaine Foivos 14,White,US,"Heavy on the oak, with overpowering buttered toast and butterscotch flavors. Underneath all that are pineapple and peach flavors. The finish is sweet and heavy.",Reserve,27,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spelletich Cellars 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spelletich-cellars-2008-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Spelletich Cellars ,Red,US,"Fans of great big wines will like it, but this Petite Sirah is unbalanced, with heat from high alcohol compounding the acidity, making the mouhtfeel prickly. The berry flavors are overripe, running into raisins and chocolate.",Madrone Spring Vineyard,37,84,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Mauritson 2008 Madrone Spring Vineyard Petite Sirah (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2008-madrone-spring-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-rockpile/,Petite Sirah,2008,Mauritson 14.2,Red,US,"A pretty good bistro-style wine, dry and silky, with cherry, berry, currant, tobacco and spice flavors at an everyday price. It's a blend of Syrah and Petite Sirah.",Crimson,12,84,California,California Other,California,Stephen Vincent 2009 Crimson Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-vincent-2009-crimson-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Stephen Vincent 14,Red,Chile,"Rough, green and olive-dominated on the nose. The palate is plump to the point of being weighty, while the flavors are briary and run heavy with olive, green tobacco and green bean. Mild on the finish, with another wave of green olive.",Reserva,11,84,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2009-reserva-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Morandé 14.9,Red,US,"A Sierra Foothills-area Merlot without much aroma or deep flavor, fairly middle of the road and 14.9% alcohol.",Reserve,20,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2008 Reserve Merlot (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2008-reserve-merlot-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Merlot,2008,Lava Cap 13.5,White,US,"Tastes like a sweet and sour sauce mixed into white wine, with pineapple, sugar and lime flavors and an alcoholic buzz.",,19,84,California,California Other,California,One Hope 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-hope-2009-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,One Hope 13,White,Italy,"An unusual sense of mineral dryness opens the bouquet of this northern Italian Chardonnay, and then segues into toasted almond and a touch of matchstick. The wine shows a pretty golden color and ends with apricot and baked apple flavors.",,11,84,,Garda,,Fattoria Colombara Gozzi Cesare e Franco 2009 Chardonnay (Garda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-colombara-gozzi-cesare-e-franco-2009-chardonnay-garda/,Chardonnay,2009,Fattoria Colombara Gozzi Cesare e Franco 12.5,Red,Italy,"Cortegaia is a thin, ruby-colored red wine with easy aromas of small berry and white cherry. The mouthfeel is compact and watery but its also refreshingly crisp. You could drink it chilled with appetizers.",Cortegaia,10,84,Piedmont,Piedmont,,La Scolca NV Cortegaia Red (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scolca-nv-cortegaia-red-piedmont/,Red Blend,,La Scolca 13.5,White,Chile,"Melon, pear and apple aromas are standard and sweet. The palate is soft, maybe a bit mushy, with banana, pear and tropical fruit flavors. Finishes easy and flat, with lasting tropical sweetness.",120,8,84,Central Valley,,,Santa Rita 2010 120 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2010-120-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Santa Rita 13,Red,Croatia,"Both the nose and palate of this medium-bodied Plavac Mali are soft and pulpy with overripe red fruit accented by the scent of golden hay. Bright acidity in the midpalate adds freshness, and moderate tannins are mouthcoating with a soft, powdery grain.",De Mar Plavac,13,84,Peljesac,,,Istravino 2008 De Mar Plavac Plavac Mali (Peljesac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/istravino-2008-mar-plavac-other-red-plavac-mali-peljesac/,Plavac Mali,2008,Istravino 13.5,White,US,"Simple and rather sweet, but balanced with zesty acidity and minerality. The flavors are of honey, pineapples and ripe nectarines.",Barrel Fermented,10,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Castle Rock 2010 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2010-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2010,Castle Rock 13.6,Rose,US,"This is a simple, sweet blush wine, with jammy raspberry, vanilla and white sugar flavors. With nice acidity, it will wash down salty, umami-flavored foods, like ham, sausages, roasted nuts, olives.",Rosato,16,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 2010 Rosato Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-2010-rosato-rose-napa-valley/,Rosé,2010,Benessere 14.7,Red,US,"A big disappointment, not up there with some previous vintages of this estate bottling. But the price has been lowered considerably on this simple wine. It's unbalanced, with some vegetal flavors. Ready now.",Estate Black Glass Vineyard,28,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 2008 Estate Black Glass Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-2008-estate-black-glass-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Benessere 13.5,Red,US,"Dry and clean, this is a nice Cabernet for everyday drinking. It shows modest blackberry, cherry, currant and herb flavors, with a kiss of oak.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Château Julien 13,White,US,"When you factor in the price, this is a great value. Available just about anywhere in the U.S., it shows decent Chardonnay fruit, and is dryish and crisp.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-chardonnay-california-133483/,Chardonnay,,Barefoot 13.5,Red,US,"At this price, a decent party wine to serve when no one's fussy. It's dry, medium-bodied and fruity, with a pleasant cut of tannins.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2009 Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2009-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,2009,Château Julien 13.5,Red,US,"Pretty fierce in acidity, making this wine almost sour. That tartness is partially balanced by cherry jam and oak flavors.",,14,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Castle Rock 2009 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Castle Rock 13.5,Red,US,"Half the proceeds go to charity, but this Cab is not without problems, especially at this price. It's a country-style wine, rough in tannins and overripe in raisiny flavors. But it's dry, clean and finishes long and spicy.",,19,84,California,California Other,California,One Hope 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-hope-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,One Hope 12,Rose,Greece,"This semi-dry rosé offers strawberry, rhubarb and a touch of medicinal spice on the nose, followed by strawberry and sweet cherry on the palate. A hint of spice livens things.",Makedonikos Rosé Semi-Dry Wine,11,84,Macedonia,,,Vaeni NV Makedonikos Rosé Semi-Dry Wine Rosé (Macedonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vaeni-nv-makedonikos-rose-semi-dry-wine-macedonia/,Rosé,,Vaeni 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This is a lightweight, supple Pinot Noir that should be consumed over the next year or so, as the modest cherry fruit is already starting to decay and head toward root vegetables.",,16,84,Waipara,,,Saveé Sea 2009 Pinot Noir (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savee-sea-2009-pinot-noir-waipara/,Pinot Noir,2009,Saveé Sea 13.5,Red,Chile,"Dry, spicy and peppery on the nose, but not very fruity. The palate is juicy and tight, with briar, stem, citrus and herbal cherry and plum flavors. Shows heat on a short finish, which is herbal and drying.",Reserva Especial,21,84,Limarí Valley,,,Los Molles 2009 Reserva Especial Pinot Noir (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-molles-2009-reserva-especial-pinot-noir-limari-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Los Molles 13.5,White,US,"Very sweet-smelling, like putting your nose in a bowl of sugar, followed by aromas of ripe pineapple juice, this smooth Sauvignon Blanc from the Michael David folks is sweet through and through.",,14,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Michael David 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-david-2010-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Michael David 13,Red,Chile,"Gritty, narrow aromas of cherry and red plum smell rubbery, like latex. The palate smacks down with acidic bite along with sweet red fruit flavors, toast and heat. Feels lean and rough; tastes good enough.",,9,84,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-limari-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Tamaya 14.2,White,US,"Marked by jammy citrus and tropical flavors and crisp acidity, this is a standard Chardonnay. It shows the oaky, caramelized notes that Americans love in this most popular white wine.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Taft Street 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taft-street-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Taft Street 14.5,White,US,"A heavy-handed Chardonnay, sugary sweet in granola pear, pineapple, roasted nut, honey, butterscotch and vanilla cream flavors. Everything's good except that excessive sweetness, which makes the finish common.",,17,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Stickybeak 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stickybeak-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Stickybeak ,Red,US,"Some sandalwood incense elevates the nose. In the mouth there is little varietal character, though the Sangiovese is unblended. Tart, chewy, acidic and light, with plenty of acid.",,16,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),RiverAerie 2008 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riveraerie-2008-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2008,RiverAerie ,Red,US,"This is 100% varietal, tart to the edge of sour, with no sign of new oak. The fruit dances around rhubarb and sour cherry, with some green tannins.",,16,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),RiverAerie 2008 Barbera (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riveraerie-2008-barbera-columbia-valley-wa/,Barbera,2008,RiverAerie 14.5,White,US,"An odd Sauvignon Blanc. Tastes tired and old, showing prematurely dried-out leafy apricot and sour lemon flavors. Seems like it would have been better a year ago.",,25,84,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mayacamas 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayacamas-2008-sauvignon-blanc-napa-mount-veeder/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Mayacamas 13.5,White,US,"Too sweet, basically off-dry in sugary orange, lime and kiwi flavors. Bracing acidity helps provide balance, but it needs to be drier.",,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Three Clicks 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-clicks-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Three Clicks 14.1,Red,US,"Excessive sharpness mars this wine. It's tart to the point of sour. Too bad, because it has a nice, silky texture and savory raspberry and cherry flavors.",Amber Ridge Vineyard,44,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative 2009 Amber Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockroom-winemaking-cooperative-2009-amber-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Rockroom Winemaking Cooperative 14.4,Red,US,"A rustic Barbera from El Dorado with soft, dry tannins and not a lot else going on.","Altitude: 2401, Amorata",19,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,"Perry Creek 2009 Altitude: 2401, Amorata Barbera (El Dorado)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2009-altitude-2401-amorata-barbera-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Barbera,2009,Perry Creek 14,Red,US,"Made from Clarksburg grapes, a small appellation near Lodi, this soft Merlot tastes a touch metallic and its blackberry and cherry notes finish a tad bitter.",Schoolhouse Cuvee,11,84,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Tortoise Creek 2009 Schoolhouse Cuvee Merlot (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2009-schoolhouse-cuvee-merlot-central-valley-clarksburg/,Merlot,2009,Tortoise Creek 14.4,White,US,"“The Three Young Ladies”––Viognier, Roussanne and Marsanne––don't seem to be getting along in this golden-colored wine, which tastes a bit closed and simple, not as lush as Naggiar's estate Viognier.",Trois Demoiselles,22,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Naggiar 2009 Trois Demoiselles White (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naggiar-2009-trois-demoiselles-white-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Naggiar 14.4,Red,Croatia,"Earthy on the nose with aromas of sun-dried hay, foliage and a high toned black cherry note. Significant aeration softens grassy aromas to reveal a red berry palate marked with bright acidity, but the finish is aggressive with rough, gripping tannins.",,16,84,Peljesac,,,Lirica 2008 Plavac Mali (Peljesac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lirica-2008-other-red-plavac-mali-peljesac/,Plavac Mali,2008,Lirica 13.8,White,Croatia,"While lacking in concentration, honeyed apple and black tea notes on this dry, full-bodied Welschriesling are quite pleasant. At a bold 13.8% abv, the finish is indeed a bit hot.",Graševina,15,84,Podunavlje,,,Iločki Podrumi 2009 Graševina Welschriesling (Podunavlje),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ilocki-podrumi-2009-grasevina-other-white-welschriesling-podunavlje/,Welschriesling,2009,Iločki Podrumi 14,White,Chile,"Basic melon and peach aromas become more pungent and citrusy with airing. The palate has weight and zest but lacks complexity, while the flavors are citrusy and green, much like Sauvignon Blanc, which is common for this wine based on past performance.",Los Vascos,14,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2010 Los Vascos Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2010-los-vascos-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 13,Rose,Italy,"Rosé Chiaretto Pergola (made mostly with Groppello grapes) opens with a vinous note of fresh grapes and raspberry followed by almond skin and white mushroom. It's an easy, no-fuss wine with a zesty, acidic finish.",Chiaretto Pergola,15,84,,Garda Classico,,Civielle - Cantina della Valtenesi e della Lugana 2010 Chiaretto Pergola (Garda Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/civielle-cantina-della-valtenesi-e-della-lugana-2010-chiaretto-pergola-rose-garda-classico/,Rosé,2010,Civielle - Cantina della Valtenesi e della Lugana 12,White,Italy,"Here is a fresh expression of Pinot Bianco from the Lombardy region of northern Italy that exhibits sweet aromas of peach and apricot followed by almond honey and white flower. In the mouth, this crisp white wine shows a touch of sourness.",,14,84,Lombardy,Lombardy,,Cantina Bergamasca 2010 Pinot Bianco (Lombardy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-bergamasca-2010-pinot-blanc-bianco-lombardy/,Pinot Bianco,2010,Cantina Bergamasca 14.9,Red,US,"A very small production Amador Zinfandel that starts off stewy and muted, reminiscent of Dr. Pepper, but smoothes itself out into a balanced, jammy and satisfactory wine.",,24,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Zucca 2009 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zucca-2009-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Zucca 13,White,France,"A rounded wine, with acidity, an edge of lime juice and some buttery character. A gentle Chardonnay, ready for drinking over the next year.",Elisabeth Hugary Les Chênes,24,85,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Vins Auvigue 2009 Elisabeth Hugary Les Chênes (Saint-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-auvigue-2009-elisabeth-hugary-chenes-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2009,Vins Auvigue 14.2,Red,US,"Smells great, with complex scents of black pepper, bacon and ripe wild blackberries, just the way Syrah should. But it turns soft and sweet in the mouth, with simple jam flavors.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Three Saints 2008 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-saints-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Three Saints 14.7,Red,US,"A very fruity, berry-filled Zin that's reminiscent of strawberry pie, or maybe even shortcake. Very sweet, it still struggling for balance.",Riserva,27,85,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay-Livermore Valley,Tamás Estates 2008 Riserva Zinfandel (San Francisco Bay-Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-2008-riserva-zinfandel-central-coast-san-francisco-bay-livermore-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Tamás Estates 14.1,Red,US,"Smells ashy, but gets better as it airs, showing ripe, flashy raspberry fruit and a coating of sweet oak.",,24,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Taft Street 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taft-street-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Taft Street 14.5,White,US,"From the Seven Deadly Zins folks, a sweet, oaky Chardonnay with honeysuckle, apricot and vanilla slathered all over its full body.",,14,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Seven Heavenly Chards 2010 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-heavenly-chards-2010-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2010,Seven Heavenly Chards 13.5,White,Chile,"A bit cheesy on the nose, with oaky resin and tropical fruit aromas. The palate is plump to the point of soft, with fleshy melon flavors leading to a citrusy, soft finish. Candied and easy but good.",Reserva,14,85,Limarí Valley,,,Los Molles 2009 Reserva Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-molles-2009-reserva-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Los Molles 14.2,Red,US,"A simple Pinot Noir, light-bodied and spicy, with some nice cherry-raspberry flavors. Half the winery's profits go to children's hospitals.",,24,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,One Hope 2009 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/one-hope-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2009,One Hope 14.8,Red,US,"Tough, dry and gritty, with astringent tannins framing black cherry and oak flavors. Finishes hot, with a scour of alcohol. Lacks elegance and breed. Drink up.",Windacre Vineyard,40,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merriam 2007 Windacre Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2007-windacre-vineyard-cabernet-franc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Merriam 13,Red,Romania,"Sweet and spicy on the nose with ripe, juicy black fruit peppered with exotic spice notes. The black plum and cassis flavors on the palate could use a boost of intensity, but the bright, sour cherry finish is pleasant.",Single Vineyard Selection Adrian Vineyard,9,85,Dealu Mare,,,Cramele Halewood 2009 Single Vineyard Selection Adrian Vineyard Shiraz (Dealu Mare),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cramele-halewood-2009-single-vineyard-selection-adrian-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-dealu-mare/,Shiraz,2009,Cramele Halewood 14,Red,Chile,"An odd mix of Graham cracker, blueberry jam and floral aromas yield a kitchen cleanser whole. With time things get better, yielding a big, sticky palate of blueberry, blackberry and syrupy flavors. A grapey big boy with a cloying finish. Good but not balanced quite right.",Amalia,50,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Château Los Boldos 2008 Amalia Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-los-boldos-2008-amalia-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Château Los Boldos 12.5,Red,Italy,"This Bonarda (a native grape of northern Italy) offers foxy aromas of grape juice and crushed blueberries over a crisp, clean close. There's a slight touch of creamy effervescence in the mouth.",,18,85,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Il Vino dei Padri 2009 Bonarda (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-vino-padri-2009-other-red-bonarda-piedmont/,Bonarda,2009,Il Vino dei Padri 13.5,Red,Chile,"Big and hefty to start with, offering roasted berry, leather and black olive aromas as well as a whiff of wet dog. The palate is full and soft, with sweet fruit, candied oak and minty, herbal flavors. Finishes spicy and a bit funky.",Estate Collection,9,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2010 Estate Collection Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2010-estate-collection-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Viu Manent 12.5,Red,Italy,"From the Montenetto di Brescia wine region of Lombardy, this easy expression of Marzemino presents a nicely saturated brick color and opens with ripe aromas of black fruit, cherry, plum, tobacco and exotic spice. This easygoing wine closes with a tight, bitter note.",,14,85,Lombardy,Montenetto di Brescia,,Peri Bigogno 2008 Montenetto di Brescia,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peri-bigogno-2008-italian-red-marzemino-montenetto-brescia/,Marzemino,2008,Peri Bigogno 14.5,Red,Italy,"This bold Langhe blend of Barbera, Dolcetto and Nebbiolo opens with funky aromas of barnyard, used leather, moist earth, black fruit and cured meat. Zerosolfiti means “zero sulfites” in Italian.",Zerosolfiti,,85,Piedmont,Langhe,,Marziano Abbona 2008 Zerosolfiti Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marziano-abbona-2008-zerosolfiti-red-langhe/,Red Blend,2008,Marziano Abbona ,Red,US,"Syrah is three quarters of the blend, a great choice in a value-priced red. Tangy berry fruit leads into a snappy middle. Vanilla wafer adds some resonance to the finish. A fine everyday red.",,7,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Pine & Post NV Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-post-nv-red-other/,Red Blend,,Pine & Post 15,Red,US,"A rugged, fierce wine, brusque in tannins, that needs big, rich meats and oils to balance it out. Short ribs and similar fare will play well against the blackberry and raisin flavors of this high-alcohol Zin.",The Big Cat,29,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,6 North 2009 The Big Cat Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/6-north-2009-big-cat-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,6 North 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and a little sweet, this fresh young Pinot Noir has cherry, raspberry and mocha flavors. It's fattened up with a splash of Petite Sirah and Cabernet Sauvignon.",Highland Series Reserve,15,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Fog Head 2009 Highland Series Reserve Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-head-2009-highland-series-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2009,Fog Head 14,Red,Chile,"Opens slightly muddled and murky, but then it spreads out toward earthy and mossy. The palate has a lean, dry feel along with simple berry and plum flavors. Finishes with a spicy aftertaste and it improves with time in the glass.",Block Selection Reserve,11,85,Central Valley,,,La Playa 2009 Block Selection Reserve Pinot Noir (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2009-block-selection-reserve-pinot-noir-central-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,La Playa 13,Red,Croatia,"Aromas of black currant jam, plum compote and menthol entice on the nose of this Teran (Refosco in Italy) from Istria, but there's a dense, broad feel to this wine that detracts from the deep black fruit and supple tannins that are otherwise quite pleasant.",De Mar,13,85,Istria,,,Istravino 2008 De Mar Teran (Istria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/istravino-2008-mar-other-red-teran-istria/,Teran,2008,Istravino 12.1,Red,Croatia,"Notes of sweet blueberry and blackberry jam entice on the nose and palate of this light to medium-bodied blend of Cab and Blaufränkisch. Soft on the palate with a core of sweet black fruit, it's balanced by smooth tannins, bright acidity and just a hint of bramble and wood. Surprisingly long on the finish.",Cabernet Sauvignon Blaufränkisch,13,85,Podunavlje,,,Iločki Podrumi 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon Blaufränkisch Red (Podunavlje),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ilocki-podrumi-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-blaufrankisch-red-podunavlje/,Red Blend,2007,Iločki Podrumi ,Red,Italy,"There's a note of wet earth or rubber that emerges from the bouquet before the fruit tones do. Once the wine is given more time in the glass, dried prune and cassis come through. This wine's tight, compact style would pair with most easy meat dishes.",Renesio Riserva,46,85,Piedmont,Roero,,Malvirà 2007 Renesio Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malvira-2007-renesio-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Malvirà 14.8,Red,US,"A rustic wine with some sharp elbows, but there's enough berry, licorice, soy sauce and grilled beef flavor to satisfy. With sturdy tannins, it's a nice barbecue wine.",Blues Cuvée,28,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 2008 Blues Cuvée Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2008-blues-cuvee-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,2008,Longoria 14.3,Red,US,"A simple, rather sweet Pinot Noir. Shows candied raspberry, cherry and blackberry flavors. Nice with a lamb cheeseburger.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Stickybeak 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stickybeak-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Stickybeak 12.5,Red,New Zealand,"A simple, direct, fruity expression of Central Otago Pinot Noir, with ample black cherry fruit and a bit of weight on the palate but not much nuance.",by Ant Moore,15,85,Central Otago,,,Terroir 2009 by Ant Moore Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terroir-2009-by-ant-moore-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2009,Terroir 13.5,White,Chile,"Musky and sweet smelling, with aromas of ripe melon and petrol. Despite the chunky, pulpy palate it's identifiable as Riesling; flavors of pineapple, nectarine and citrus are sweet and easy. A tropical style of white wine done fairly well for $10.",,10,85,Central Valley,,,Cono Sur 2010 Riesling (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2010-riesling-central-valley/,Riesling,2010,Cono Sur 13.5,Red,Chile,"Leather and earth aromas also bring olive, black pepper, licorice and moss. The palate shows medium depth, while the flavors of plum and berry are herbal and regular. Short but good on the finish, with a grapey, chunky aftertaste.",347 Vineyards,13,85,Central Valley,,,De Martino 2008 347 Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2008-347-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,De Martino 14.8,White,US,"A whiff of sweat; then the woolly character of the fruit takes over the mouthfeel. It's soft and varietal, a spongy mix of apple, pear and peach. There is a bit of heat in the finish, and a suggestion of light toast.",,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2009 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2009-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2009,Cave B 13.5,White,Chile,"Piercing SB with a lot of zap and sheering character. The nose is green but true, with briney flavors of grapefruit, asparagus and lemon. Spritzy on the mouthfeel; finishes citrusy and lean, and then pithy.",Cool Coast,23,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2010 Cool Coast Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2010-cool-coast-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Casa Silva 13,White,Chile,"Pungent and stiff, but clearly it's Sauvignon Blanc. The palate is a pure citric wash of tight lime, lemon and cucumber flavors. Turns toward crisp tangerine on the finish. Lean and bright in style.",,9,85,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2010-sauvignon-blanc-limari-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Tamaya 13.5,Red,Chile,"A little floral but a lot more green and funky on the nose. The mouthfeel is reedy, while the flavors are sweet, herbal and lightly green, sort of like mint and tobacco. Strident in drive but not fully there in terms of flavor.",Winemaker's Selection Single Vineyard,18,85,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2009 Winemaker's Selection Single Vineyard Carmenère (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2009-winemakers-selection-single-vineyard-carmenere-limari-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Tamaya 13.5,White,US,"Made with a little Gewürztraminer, this pretty white wine has citrus, floral, peach, apricot, vanilla and spice flavors, offset with crisp acidity. It's a nice wine for drinking as a cocktail or with passed around hors d'oeuvres.",,12,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2010 Pinot Grigio (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Château Julien 13,White,Chile,"Powdery on the nose, with aromas of sweet pear and lime. The palate is round and melony, indicating a warmer origin. Tastes a lot like basic Pinot Grigio; peach and green melon are the lead flavors. Finishes solid but soft, with lasting sweetness.",La Palma Reserve,14,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa 2010 La Palma Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-2010-palma-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-cachapoal-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Viña La Rosa 14,Red,Chile,"Shows an aggressive, roasted set of aromas that feature leather, meat, olive and char. The palate is full and thick, with chewy, flat tannins and then herbal flavors that mute the wine's black fruit content. A good midlevel wine that delivers within its price range.",Petirrojo,8,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2010 Petirrojo Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2010-petirrojo-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2010,Viña Bisquertt 13,Red,France,"A fresh and juicy wine, full of red fruits as well as striking acidity. The tannins are soft, but do offer a core of firm dryness. For aging over the next two years.",,19,85,Burgundy,Côte de Beaune-Villages,,Roux Père et Fils 2009 Côte de Beaune-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2009-pinot-noir-cote-beaune-villages/,Pinot Noir,2009,Roux Père et Fils 12.2,Rose,US,"Bright and tart, almost sour. This is the style of rosé you want on a hot summer day. Chill it well down and drink it like a stainless-fermented white wine. The alcohol is barely over 12%––it won't hurt!",Sangiovese,11,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2010 Sangiovese Rosé (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2010-sangiovese-rose-columbia-valley-wa/,Rosé,2010,Waterbrook 13.5,White,US,"Shows all the hallmarks of the modern style of Chardonnay, with lots of ripe citrus and oak. The wine has too much oak, though, and is dominated by caramelized wood and sweet vanilla flavors that swamp the fruit.",Bench Blend,35,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2008 Bench Blend Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2008-bench-blend-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,William Hill Estate 13.5,White,New Zealand,"The Kim Crawford wines typically display plenty of fruit character, and this example is no exception. Bright pineapple flavors are fairly intense, turning crisp and lemony on the finish. Bold, if somewhat simple. Drink now.",Unoaked,17,85,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2009,Kim Crawford 13.5,White,US,"Here's a clean, brisk Sauvignon Blanc for pairing with Asian fare. It's spicy and overtly sweet, with lemongrass, honey and vanilla flavors.",,12,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Kenwood 14.3,White,US,"Made from Pinot Gris, Viognier and Chardonnay, this is a simple little white wine, dry and crisp in acidity, with pleasant citrus, floral and vanilla flavors. Drink it now.",Collage,19,85,California,California Other,California,Hoyt Family Vineyards 2009 Collage White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoyt-family-2009-collage-white-other/,White Blend,2009,Hoyt Family Vineyards 12.5,White,Greece,"A pretty, expressive nose of fresh flowers, citrus and kiwi gives this Assyrtico added appeal. On the palate, slightly sweet tropical fruit and flowers will appeal to fans of a less bracing style of white. Pair with poultry, fruit.",,14,85,Santorini,,,Greek Wine Cellars 2010 Assyrtico (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greek-wine-cellars-2010-greek-white-assyrtico-santorini/,Assyrtico,2010,Greek Wine Cellars 13.5,Red,Greece,"The nose stands out on this Greek Syrah, with its elegant waves of anise, blackberry and cinnamon. Flavors of blueberry, cedar and pepper are fresh and focused. Easy-drinking and a good solo sipper.",Estate Hatzimichalis,25,85,Atalanti Valley,,,Hatzimichalis 2007 Estate Hatzimichalis Syrah (Atalanti Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hatzimichalis-2007-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-atalanti-valley/,Syrah,2007,Hatzimichalis 12.5,White,Greece,"This ancient variety marches to the beat of its own drum, with aromas of spearmint, citrus and sea salt and flavors of mint, dried herb and lemon. Balanced acidity and an overall rounded fruit character means it goes well with a variety of dishes, from grilled sardines to creamy poultry dishes.",,20,85,Crete,,,Lyrarakis 2010 Dafni (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lyrarakis-2010-greek-white-dafni-crete/,Dafni,2010,Lyrarakis 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Typical passion fruit and gooseberry aromas turn tropical and almost rich on the palate. This is weightier than many Sauvignons, lushly ripe and maybe even a touch sweet—serve it well chilled for best effect.",Regional Collection,14,85,Marlborough,,,Nobilo 2010 Regional Collection Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobilo-2010-regional-collection-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Nobilo 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and candied in raspberry and cherry granola flavors, this Cabernet has very smooth tannins. It's delicious, but a bit too sweet and one-dimensional.",,52,85,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Fontanella 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanella-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Fontanella 13.5,White,US,"Sweet and tart, like a fruit juice drink you buy in the supermarket that's a blend of pineapples, peaches and mangoes, with a kick from alcohol. Simple, but this is a good price for a wine that will please many Chard fans.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Donovan-Parke 2010 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donovan-parke-2010-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2010,Donovan-Parke 8,Dessert,US,"Kudos to Gallo for letting people know this wine is sweet. That avoids a lot of confusion. The honey, tangerine and peach flavors are balanced with lots of zesty acidity. Delightful, and a great bargain.",Refreshingly Sweet,7,85,California,California Other,California,Barefoot NV Refreshingly Sweet Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-nv-refreshingly-sweet-riesling-other/,Riesling,,Barefoot 13,Red,Italy,"Gufo means “owl” in Italian and indeed a cartoon of one is pictured on the label. A pure expression of Nebbiolo, this wine offers drying mineral or chalky notes with some cherry in the background over a crisp, clean style. Pair it with thick crust Chicago pizza.",Cren del Gufo,15,85,Piedmont,Langhe,,Cantine Lanzavecchia 2010 Cren del Gufo Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-lanzavecchia-2010-cren-gufo-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2010,Cantine Lanzavecchia 13,White,Italy,"This citrusy white wine made from Turbiana grapes would pair with fried calamari rings or zucchini flowers stuffed with melted mozzarella. Basically, you want a fatty component to match the biting acidity that etches this wine's sharp but lean finish.",Tre Campane,16,85,Lombardy,Lugana,,Cantina Marangona 2009 Tre Campane (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-marangona-2009-tre-campane-italian-white-turbiana-lugana/,Turbiana,2009,Cantina Marangona 12,White,Lebanon,"Rich with roasted hazelnuts and a high-toned citrus aroma, this Lebanese white is deliberately oxidized to produce a dry, savory wine that's intriguing on the nose and palate. While glimmers of poached pear and lemon peek through, fruit is clearly secondary to the layers of nutty, yeasty, oily flavors that dominate the palate.",Gaston Hochar,48,85,Bekaa Valley,,,Château Musar 2003 Gaston Hochar White (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-musar-2003-gaston-hochar-white-bekaa-valley/,White Blend,2003,Château Musar 15,Red,US,"A mighty big Zin from Lodi, 15% alcohol, full of sweet berries and vanilla flavor. Should be easy to find and a good match for backyard barbecue.",Old Vines,16,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Brazin 2008 Old Vines Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brazin-2008-old-vines-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2008,Brazin 13.5,Red,Italy,There's an earthy note of white mushroom or cured meat that is followed by bright freshness in the mouth. Pair this easy Barbera with cheesy pasta or pizza.,Camparó,,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Cascina La Ghersa 2007 Camparó (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ghersa-2007-camparo-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2007,Cascina La Ghersa ,Red,US,"Spicy and bright, this blend of Cabernet and five other black grapes is a bit diffuse. A mix of berries and astringent tannins dominate, with black tea in the finish. Will show best with grilled meats.",,9,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Washington Hills 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/washington-hills-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Washington Hills 14,Red,Chile,"Dry, woody, herbal aromas wrap around creamy red fruit scents. The palate is juicy and kind of narrow, with generic cherry and plum flavors blending with creamy oak notes. Tastes and feels a touch lactic.",Puerto Viejo Reserve,10,85,Curicó Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2010 Puerto Viejo Reserve Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2010-puerto-viejo-reserve-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2010,Viña Requingua 14.5,Red,US,"Tough and gritty in tannins, and pretty acidic, too, providing obvious structure to the briary wild berry flavors. It's a bone-dry wine that needs grilled meats to give it a wakeup call.",,24,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Fogline Vineyards 2009 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fogline-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Fogline Vineyards ,Red,US,"Stiff and steely, this herbal and tannic Cabernet has an interesting dusty component like a simpler version of a Rutherford (Napa) red. But rather than developing further complexity, it quickly fades away.",Genesis,16,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2007 Genesis Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2007-genesis-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hogue 14.4,Red,US,"This Pinot is quite tart, giving the cherry and cola flavors a sweet and sour candy taste. It's nicely dry and spicy, but that acidity really cuts.",Zabala Vineyard,38,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mercy 2009 Zabala Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercy-2009-zabala-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2009,Mercy 13.9,Red,US,"Sharp in acidity, and not entirely ripe, with a wintergreen mint zest to the cherries. Needs a rich, well-marbled steak to soften it.",,25,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mossback 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mossback-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Mossback 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Veteran winemaker Nick Goldschmidt has crafted a simple, appealing Marlborough Pinot Noir featuring bright cranberry and pie-cherry fruit, some slightly mossy or herbal elements, medium body and supple tannins. Drink now.",Boulder Bank,18,85,Marlborough,,,Nick Goldschmidt 2009 Boulder Bank Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nick-goldschmidt-2009-boulder-bank-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2009,Nick Goldschmidt 14.5,White,US,"An austere Viognier with diesel and graphite aromas that delve into more pleasing apricot midpalate, then drops off a bit on the finish.",Estate,21,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Naggiar 2009 Estate Viognier (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naggiar-2009-estate-viognier-sierra-foothills/,Viognier,2009,Naggiar 13.5,White,Greece,"Fresh lemon and banana aromas lead this curvy white from Greece. Pineapple and citrus flavors are balanced by a touch of spice. Overall the wine is a commercial, friendly-style Chardonnay for fans of easy-drinking whites.",Château Julia,15,85,Drama,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2010 Château Julia Chardonnay (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2010-chateau-julia-chardonnay-drama/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 12.5,White,France,"A simple, fruity Chardonnay, ripe with pear flavors and a lacing of lime. It is round, warm, soft, ready to drink in a few months.",Les Murelles,14,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Roux Père et Fils 2010 Les Murelles (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roux-pere-fils-2010-murelles-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2010,Roux Père et Fils 14,White,US,"This is a ticket to a simple, sweet wine. It has a creamy texture, with flavors of honey, apricots, tangerines and vanilla, even sautéed bananas.",Golden Ticket,29,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ticket Cellars 2008 Golden Ticket Viognier (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ticket-cellars-2008-golden-viognier-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Viognier,2008,Ticket Cellars 13.6,Red,US,"Lots of juicy, upfront flavor in this softly ripe wine. It's filled with flavors of cherry and raspberry jam, cocoa, cola and spices.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Stephen Vincent 2009 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-vincent-2009-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Stephen Vincent ,White,Cyprus,"This Cypriot white has a rich, lemony nose and on the palate, a delicate array of white and yellow fruit. The finish is crisp and clean, but overall, the wine has some weight. A good everyday white made from an ancient grape.",,16,85,Pafos,,,K&K Vasilikon 2010 Xynisteri (Pafos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-k-vasilikon-2010-greek-white-xynisteri-pafos/,Xynisteri,2010,K&K Vasilikon 11.5,Dessert,Greece,"Pineapple, pear and honey on the nose are followed by tropical fruit and melon on the palate. Sweet and fruity with a honeyed finish, it's not the most sophisticated wine in the world, but will please fans of sweeter styles.",Malvasia of Crete Naturally Sweet Wine,45,85,Crete,,,Lyrarakis NV Malvasia of Crete Naturally Sweet Wine Malvasia (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lyrarakis-nv-malvasia-crete-naturally-sweet-wine-italian-white-malvasia-crete/,Malvasia,,Lyrarakis 14,Red,Chile,"A big and heavy style of Cabernet, with earth, leather, oak, raisin and blackberry aromas. The palate is a touch flat and reduced, but the flavors are sweet and suggest black currant, black cherry, spice and herbs. No shortage of ripeness here; if anything, it's a bit overripe.",Puerto Viejo Reserve,10,85,Curicó Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2010 Puerto Viejo Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2010-puerto-viejo-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Viña Requingua 14,White,Chile,"Despite a whiff of hay and corn, the nose here is solid and settles on pear and apple. The palate is round, firm and chunky, with pear and banana flavors. Finishes a little creamy, with sweet banana notes and citrusy crispness.",Petirrojo,8,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2010 Petirrojo Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2010-petirrojo-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Viña Bisquertt ,Red,US,"Half Malbec, half Petit Verdot (hence Petit Bec), this rough and tumble red has plenty of earthy tannic power. Rustic and sharp, with barely ripe fruit, it is similar to a cru Bordeaux, but with a little more meat on its bones.",Petit Bec Red Blend,24,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),RiverAerie 2008 Petit Bec Red Blend Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riveraerie-2008-petit-bec-red-blend-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,RiverAerie ,Red,US,"Pure Merlot, with muscle and sharp tannins. The scent suggests butter and caramel, but the wine itself has more herb and earth flavor than barrel or grape.",,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),RiverAerie 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riveraerie-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,RiverAerie 13,White,Slovenia,"Ebulliently perfumed with heady white florals that blow off to reveal a luscious, white peach nose, this dry, full-bodied Traminer is a bit high in alcohol, but plush and pleasant on the palate with yellow peach, tangerine and waxy lanolin notes.",g-Pullus,20,85,Štajerska,,,Pullus 2008 g-Pullus Traminer (Štajerska),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pullus-2008-g-other-white-traminer-stajerska/,Traminer,2008,Pullus 12.5,White,France,"Richer than previous releases, this Sauvignon Blanc goes for a more tropical view of the grape, very ripe and perfumed.",Sauvignon,13,85,Burgundy,Saint-Bris,,Simonnet-Febvre 2009 Sauvignon (Saint-Bris),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2009-sauvignon-sauvignon-blanc-saint-bris/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Simonnet-Febvre 12.5,White,France,"A soft wine, light and fresh with attractive white fruits and acidity. Ready to drink, it finishes with just a touch of yeastiness.",Bourgogne,16,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Simonnet-Febvre 2009 Bourgogne (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2009-bourgogne-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2009,Simonnet-Febvre 14.3,White,US,"This Roussanne, Marsanne and Viognier blend is named for a cousin gifted in the art of matchmaking. It's a touch sweet, a little closed still, with notes of tar and caramel and the promise of lightly flavored apples and honeysuckle in the body of the wine.",La Contessa Sylvana,32,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Naggiar 2009 La Contessa Sylvana White (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naggiar-2009-contessa-sylvana-white-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Naggiar 14.2,White,US,"A flowery, middle of the road Chardonnay with baked sour apple and citrus predominating, it's fine at the price and a reasonable mid-week option with roast chicken.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2009 Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Fenestra 14.5,Red,US,"Basically good, with jammy berry flavors, but ultimately clumsy, especially for the price. Shows overripe fruit and green tannins. Feels sharp toward the finish. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",Magnificat,50,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2007 Magnificat Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2007-magnificat-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2007,Franciscan 14.2,Red,US,"A good, rugged, everyday wine, sugary sweet and soft in the way of some superripe Cabernets but very rich in raspberry and cocoa flavor. The curious spelling of the vineyard designation on the label is hard to explain.",aCURE eSTATE Vineyard,27,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,De Novo 2008 aCURE eSTATE Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novo-2008-acure-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,De Novo ,Red,US,"Vanilla, tobacco and anise flavors quickly overwhelm the fruit; perhaps the wine just needs to breathe longer. At first taste, it quickly turns tannic and very drying; the fruit is buried and the oak flavors are still a bit jarring and disjointed.",,15,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Boomtown 2008 Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boomtown-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2008,Boomtown 13.5,Red,US,"A solidly made, easy-tasting Merlot made from organic Mendocino grapes that tastes of cherry and cranberry and is smooth in texture. The wine includes 13% Syrah as well as smatterings of Petite Sirah, Zinfandel and Carignane.",,16,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2008 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2008-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,2008,Bonterra ,Red,US,"Purple and tannic, with a grapey aroma and a suggestion of dusty earth. The most interesting of RiverAerie's pure varietals, perhaps because of its high-toned, slightly volatile mouthfeel. Berry/cherry fruit comes through sharply, then quickly fades into herbal tannins.",,24,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),RiverAerie 2008 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riveraerie-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2008,RiverAerie 14,White,Slovenia,"The nose and palate of this dry, full-bodied Sauvignon bursts with freshly squeezed limes and herbaceous grass and lemon verbena notes. Dry and full bodied in style, it's enlivened by zesty acidity, but with a 14% alcohol content, finishes with some heat.",g-Pullus,20,86,Štajerska,,,Pullus 2009 g-Pullus Sauvignon (Štajerska),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pullus-2009-g-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-stajerska/,Sauvignon,2009,Pullus 14,White,Chile,"Melon and green apple aromas are solid and clean. The melony palate offers a plump feel and bright, sweet flavors of mango, pineapple and apple. This wine delivers a lot of fruit and liveliness on a regular frame.",Aliwen Reserva,12,86,Curicó and Maipo Valleys,,,Undurraga 2010 Aliwen Reserva Chardonnay (Curicó and Maipo Valleys),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2010-aliwen-reserva-chardonnay-curico-maipo-valleys/,Chardonnay,2010,Undurraga 13.5,White,Chile,"Popcorn, baked apple and lacquer aromas are full and creamy. The palate is more citrusy, with juicy acidity pushing orange and lime flavors. Finishes with fleshiness and soft, citrusy flavors. Good in a basic way.",Reserva,11,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2009 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2009-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Morandé ,White,France,"A warm, generous wine, full of ripe fruits. There is weight, richness and generosity here, although not a great depth of flavor.",,45,86,Burgundy,Meursault,,Louis Latour 2009 Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2009-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Latour ,Red,US,"Here's a big, rich, lusty Zinfandel, the kind that packs plenty of flavor. It explodes in wild forest raspberry and blackberry fruit, accented with spicy thyme and chamomile tea, while extremely high alcohol gives it heat and a glyceriny sweetness.",Rockpile Ridge Vineyard,35,86,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Mauritson 2009 Rockpile Ridge Vineyard Zinfandel (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauritson-2009-rockpile-ridge-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-rockpile/,Zinfandel,2009,Mauritson 13,Red,Italy,"Magna is a classic expression of Dolcetto with pulpy berry aromas backed by a touch of sweet almond paste, cassis and cherry liqueur. There's a hint of sourness or bitterness on the close.",Magna,18,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Paolo Manzone 2010 Magna (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-manzone-2010-magna-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2010,Paolo Manzone ,Red,Italy,"Earthy, rusty notes open this Roero Riserva and segue to dark fruit and prune. This Nebbiolo-based wine does, however, present a softer, more yielding mouthfeel than you might expect for the naturally astringent grape variety.",Riserva,,86,Piedmont,Roero,,Pace 2007 Riserva (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pace-2007-riserva-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,2007,Pace 13,White,New Zealand,"This successful brand is a huge seller in Australia, and the company reports that 200,000 cases of this vintage are available in the U.S. It's a little less overt than many Marlborough Sauvignons, with restrained celery leaf and citrus aromas and flavors that finish with just a hint of sweetness. Drink now.",,15,86,Marlborough,,,Oyster Bay 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oyster-bay-2010-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Oyster Bay 13,White,Chile,"Smooth and citrusy on the nose, with grapefruit and minerally aromas. The palate is medium in weight, with good acidity and pithy green fruit and grapefruit flavors. Brings bite and a dusting of green chile spice on the finish.",Reserva Sauvignon Blanc-Carmenére,12,86,Maule Valley,,,Oveja Negra 2010 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc-Carmenére White (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oveja-negra-2010-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-carmenere-white-maule-valley/,White Blend,2010,Oveja Negra 14.2,Red,US,"A bruiser of a Merlot, dry and muscular, with green olive, blackberry, sage and smoky cedar flavors, wrapped into bigtime tannins. Even at the age of nearly 5 it's still brooding and hard. Not an ager, but there's something fine and polished about it now.",Windacre,30,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merriam 2006 Windacre Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2006-windacre-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,2006,Merriam 14.9,Red,US,"Thick tannins take the fruit out fairly quickly, though the alcohol, just under 15%, suggests plenty of ripeness in the grapes. Dark flavors prevail––black cherry, cola, toast and bitter chocolate.",,24,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mercer 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercer-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Mercer 14,Red,Italy,"This easy, thin and crisp expression of Nebbiolo would pair nicely with cheddar burgers and spicy mesquite barbecue sauce. The wine's compact structure would complement the fat of the cheese and meat and its crisp acidity would keep the palate refreshed.",,20,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Giuseppe Cortese 2008 Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-cortese-2008-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2008,Giuseppe Cortese ,Red,France,"Dark chocolate notes join acidity and ripe black fruit flavors. The wood is dominant in this relatively soft wine, although the fruit juiciness comes through well to finish.",Clos Tavannes,88,86,Burgundy,Santenay,,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or 2009 Clos Tavannes (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pousse-dor-2009-clos-tavannes-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaine de la Pousse d'Or 13,Red,Italy,"A 50-50 blend of Barbera and Nebbiolo, this informal red from northern Italy opens with bright cherry and blueberry aromas. Pair this crisp wine with fried chicken or breaded veal cutlets.",,13,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Giacomo Vico NV Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-vico-nv-red-langhe/,Red Blend,,Giacomo Vico 13,White,Romania,"While floral and fruity on the nose with juicy white peach, lemon and orange blossom notes, the palate is all Sauvignon Blanc, full of ripe gooseberries and a green, grassy backdrop. Refreshingly high in acid, yet ends on a soft peach candy note. Pretty remarkable for $7.",Dreamfish,7,86,Viile Timisului,,,Cramele Recas 2010 Dreamfish Sauvignon Blanc (Viile Timisului),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cramele-recas-2010-dreamfish-sauvignon-blanc-viile-timisului/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Cramele Recas 14,Red,Italy,"Barbera d'Asti L'Avvocata opens with tart aromas of small berry and white cherry with a touch of pungent smoke or burnt toast. Light in color and consistency, the wine closes with a crisp, sharp finish.",L'Avvocata,15,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Coppo 2009 L'Avvocata (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-2009-lavvocata-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2009,Coppo 12,White,Lebanon,"Curious on the nose with hints of orange peels, resin and a dusty, floral aroma, the 2004 Gaston Horchar shows a subdued fruit and floral quality that's faded from the 2003. Flickers of orange and fresh apple brighten a palate that's yeasty and warm like fino sherry. Round and rich with an umami-laden finish.",Gaston Hochar,46,86,Bekaa Valley,,,Château Musar 2004 Gaston Hochar White (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-musar-2004-gaston-hochar-white-bekaa-valley/,White Blend,2004,Château Musar 13,Red,Italy,"Here is a simple, informal expression of Barbera that ushers forth bright aromas of forest fruit, cola and dried currants. Those ripe berry flavors are ultimately washed away by the wine's fresh acidity.",Piagè,,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Cascina La Ghersa 2009 Piagè (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ghersa-2009-piage-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2009,Cascina La Ghersa 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Essentially a second label for Vavasour, the 2010 Dashwood Sauvignon Blanc displays restrained gooseberry aromas that turn tropical and citrusy on the palate. Turns a bit chalky or metallic on the finish, but it's still a solid wine, and some may like the edge that sharp note provides.",,14,86,Marlborough,,,Dashwood 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashwood-2010-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Dashwood ,Red,US,"Scents of moist earth and coffee grounds wrap around sharply defined berry fruit flavors. This is just on the edge of volatile, buoyed by firm acidity, and showing a sharp streak of burnt toast running through the tannins.",,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cave B 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-b-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Cave B 10,Dessert,US,"With distinctly sweet flavors that cross over beyond off dry, this pleasantly tart Moscato is best thought of as a dessert wine. It has savory flavors of oranges, honey and vanilla.",,8,86,California,California Other,California,Coastal Ridge 2010 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastal-ridge-2010-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2010,Coastal Ridge 14,Red,Chile,"Spicy on the nose, with dry, woody aromas and berry notes. The wine has a full, soft body and deep, basic flavors of black plum, baked berry and spice. Things darken on the finish, leaving chocolate and grapey thickness.",Reserva,12,86,Maule Valley,,,Chilensis 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilensis-2009-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Chilensis ,Red,US,"Light, rather thin Merlot fruit is coated with lush flavors of licorice and vanilla. The oak treatment may seem over the top to some, just right to others. There's plenty of acid to wash the palate clean.",,15,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Boomtown 2008 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boomtown-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Boomtown ,Red,US,"A fruity wine, with tangy cranberry and raspberry flavors. Sharply acidic, with fairly strong tannins, it seems a little tight and thin, but does have the pure fruit and some length in the finish to recommend it.",Genesis,16,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2008 Genesis Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2008-genesis-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Hogue 14.5,White,US,"Tastes old and tired, losing fruit and turning herbal, nutty and earthy, with dried apricot and orange flavors. Interesting from a connoisseur's point of view, but it's hard to tell why Mayacamas held back this wine for so long.",,30,85,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mayacamas 2008 Chardonnay (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayacamas-2008-chardonnay-napa-mount-veeder/,Chardonnay,2008,Mayacamas ,White,US,"This is Hogue's Red Label bottling, an off-dry table wine with slightly sugary flavors of sweet tea and oranges. A hint of a medicinal, vitamin pill flavor creeps into the finish.",,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2009 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Hogue 14.2,Red,US,"A rich, spicy wine, marked by cinnamon and clove-accented raspberries, cherries, cola and mushrooms, as well as a bit of funk. Lovely and complex, it's a blend of various vineyards whose fruit Williams Selyem sources in the northwestern Russian River Valley. Now–2015.",Westside Road Neighbors,69,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2009 Westside Road Neighbors Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2009-westside-road-neighbors-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Williams Selyem ,White,US,"Very limited, this is a relatively new project from second generation winemaker Jason Lett. It is sourced from “the oldest vines in the Willamette Valley”—presumably Eyrie vines planted in 1965, and finds similar territory as the Eyrie reserve, with a bit more richness through the midpalate, partly from more expressive barrel flavors.",,63,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,BlackCap 2008 Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackcap-2008-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,BlackCap 14,Red,Argentina,"Deep and lush, with aromas of blackberry, cassis and coffee. This is actually a better, more balanced wine than the winery's Gran Misterio because it isn't over the top and overoaked. Flavors of mocha, coffee and mulled berry are on the money, while the chocolaty finish is smooth. Drink now due to low acidity.",Misterio,35,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma Negra 2007 Misterio Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-negra-2007-misterio-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Alma Negra 15.2,Red,US,"The definitive Dry Creek Zinfandel. It has tons of spices, wild berries and cherries and sweetly smoked sandalwood. Handles its high alcohol well, with the heat accenting the peppers. A lusty, complex Zin to drink now.",Old Vine,28,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Puccioni 2007 Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puccioni-2007-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Puccioni 12.5,White,Italy,"Vigneti di Foscarino is a beautiful Soave Classico with a rich and round personality followed by sophisticated aromas of stone fruit, melon and dried sage. There's a playful touch of piquant spice and freshness on the close.",Vigneti di Foscarino,24,91,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Inama 2009 Vigneti di Foscarino (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inama-2009-vigneti-foscarino-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Inama 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Almost Port-like in its rich aromas, this is a concentrated and sweet wine, filled with dark chocolate, bitter licorice and chewy berry fruits. Age for at least four years.",Grande Encontro,25,90,Bairrada,,,Dão Sul 2008 Grande Encontro Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2008-grande-encontro-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2008,Dão Sul 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Deliciously perfumed wine that revels in its cool-climate structure and freshness. Black currant fruits and soft tannins follow through with some dryness. A fine, food-friendly wine.",Quinta do Sanguinhal,30,90,Obidos,,,Sanguinhal 2006 Quinta do Sanguinhal Red (Obidos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguinhal-2006-quinta-red-obidos/,Portuguese Red,2006,Sanguinhal 13,Rose,US,"Zaca Mesa accomplishes the difficult task of creating a ripe, fruity rosé that finishes thoroughly dry. This is a minor miracle in California. It's all Grenache, which accounts for the cherry flavors, but there's a bracing minerality and fine, clean acidity.",Z Gris,16,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2010 Z Gris Rosé (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2010-z-gris-rose-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rosé,2010,Zaca Mesa ,Red,US,"Tart and tight, with primary raspberry and cranberry fruit, dotted with licorice, cola and cinnamon notes. Despite its youth, it shows appealing complexity, leading into a full and satisfying finish with drying tannins. Give it a couple more years of bottle age and you will have a real winner on your hands.",Grande Cuvée,25,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Soléna 2009 Grande Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solena-2009-grande-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Soléna 14,Red,Argentina,"Full and deep berry aromas are the greeting. The wine is rock solid and full in body, with lusty blackberry and wild raspberry flavors along with spice and nice tannins. A complete, balanced, uncomplicated Malbec that gets it right.",The Marshall,27,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Goulart 2009 The Marshall Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-goulart-2009-marshall-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Bodega Goulart 13.5,Red,Portugal,"There is certainly some of the Dão minerality in the texture of this wine. It's main thrust is berry fruit, which is filled out with some attractive tannins, spice from wood and final acidity.",Casa de Santar,15,89,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2008 Casa de Santar Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2008-casa-santar-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Dão Sul 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Wood-aged wine with smooth tannins, juicy black cherry and plum fruits, which pile on top of each other as they vie for richness. There is a ripely fruity aftertaste.",Plansel Selecta Reserva,,89,Alentejano,,,Quinta da Plansel 2009 Plansel Selecta Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-plansel-2009-selecta-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta da Plansel 15,Red,Portugal,"Rich, rounded, mature wine. It shows all its firm tannins as well as great tarry fruit, acidity and a powerful bitter chocolate aftertaste.",Garrafeira dos Sócios,36,89,Alentejo,,,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 2004 Garrafeira dos Sócios Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooperativa-reguengos-monsaraz-2004-garrafeira-socios-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2004,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 13,Rose,France,"A ripely fruity wine, full of red cherry and damson juice flavors. It is concentrated, touched by pepper as well as acidity. Full in the mouth and full in flavor.",Haedus,13,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Ferry Lacombe 2010 Haedus Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferry-lacombe-2010-haedus-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château Ferry Lacombe 14,Red,Portugal,"A ripe, fruity wine, packed with sweet plums, prunes and balanced with berry acidity. Licorice and bitter chocolate come with the wood flavors to give a powerful, concentrated, perfumed wine.",Touriga Nacional,19,89,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2008 Touriga Nacional Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2008-touriga-nacional-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,2008,Quinta de Ventozelo 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A blend with Merlot has certainly tamed the wild tannins of the Baga grape. A touch of wood goes with the sweet tannins and the ripe and juicy black fruit, finished with acidity.",Quinta do Encontro Q do E,10,89,Bairrada,,,Dão Sul 2008 Quinta do Encontro Q do E Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2008-quinta-encontro-q-e-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2008,Dão Sul 14.5,Red,US,"The West Block selection shows more earth, fungus and black tea flavors than its stablemates. It also seems more closed in at this stage, though it is well balanced and has interesting textural components. Graphite, loam and sour plum dominate.",West Block,48,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Patton Valley 2009 West Block Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patton-valley-2009-west-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Patton Valley 14,Red,France,"This cuvée is 80% Syrah aged in oak, and it shows in the wine's pungent notes of espresso, black olive and cured meat (the balance is tank-aged Grenache). Drink this full-bodied Côtes du Rhône over the next several years.",Jules Rochebonne,,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,La Bastide Saint Dominique 2008 Jules Rochebonne Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bastide-saint-dominique-2008-jules-rochebonne-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,La Bastide Saint Dominique 13.5,Red,US,"A solid Zinfandel, made in the dependable Kenwood style. Shows real varietal flair, with ripe forest berry fruit sprinkled with cloves and pepper. With smooth tannins and a firm finish, it's a real bargain at this price.",,14,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2008 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Kenwood 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Sweet, rich and clean, with molasses, fig and pure berry fruit aromas. Rich and saturated, but balanced, with blackberry, brown sugar and chocolaty flavors. Finishes fairly long, with spice and some complexity. A surprisingly good bargain Cab.",Trumpeter,12,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2009 Trumpeter Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2009-trumpeter-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Rutini 14,Red,Portugal,"Showing freshness as well as structure, this intense wine is certainly fruity, while also having a dense texture, wood elements, ripe and friendly juiciness. Age for 2–3 years and more.",Reserva,25,89,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2008 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2008-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta de Ventozelo 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Built like a brick house, with ripe, red aromas. This isn't light and elegant in the Italian style; it's mega ripe, with a ton of cherry, spice, kick and chocolate. Medicinal at times, peppery at others, and deep and wild throughout. Drink now through 2017.",,62,89,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2006 Nebbiolo (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2006-nebbiolo-lujan-cuyo/,Nebbiolo,2006,Viña Alicia 14.6,Red,US,"There's something lusty about this wine. It's the strong berry, cherry and chocolate flavors, combined with powerful tannins and an immediately delicious umami taste. Seems best now.",MacAllister Vineyard,46,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Eponymous 2008 MacAllister Vineyard Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eponymous-2008-macallister-vineyard-red-sonoma-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Eponymous 13,Rose,France,"Salmon pink-colored wine that has crushed fresh strawberry flavors to go with the dense texture and tannins. Rich, full-bodied.",,11,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Houchart 2010 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-houchart-2010-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Domaine Houchart 14,Red,Portugal,"A ripe, smoky wood- and black fruit-driven wine. It has richness with structure, a smooth texture and just the right level of acidity. A delicious wine, ready to drink now.",,45,89,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2008 Aragonez (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2008-tempranillo-aragonez-alentejano/,Aragonez,2008,Cortes de Cima ,Red,US,"This is the most intractable of the winery's 2008 Pinot Noirs, holding back in the glass and showing plenty of grip and tannin. Tight and compact, with a distinctive black pepper scent, this wine needs more bottle age. With time, the score could certainly improve.",Estate Reserve,38,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2008 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2008-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,David Hill 13.5,White,South Africa,"Here's a different white that's certainly worth discovering. Attractive aromas of ripe gooseberry, white florals and pineapple transition into sweeter peach and tropical fruit flavors in the mouth. It's expressive but not overly showy, with a touch of honey unfolding on the long close. Drink now.",,18,89,Cederberg,,,Cederberg 2010 Bukettraube (Cederberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cederberg-2010-other-white-bukettraube-cederberg/,Bukettraube,2010,Cederberg 14.8,Red,US,"Rich and flamboyant in blackberries, cherries, chocolate, currants and oak, with a smooth, velvety texture of sweet tannins and soft acidity. Very delicious and flamboyant, although it's missing a certain je ne sais qua. Drink now.",Vintner Select Cuvée,75,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2008 Vintner Select Cuvée Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2008-vintner-select-cuvee-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2008,Pride Mountain 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Perfumed wine, from both wood and Touriga Nacional in the blend. This is serious stuff, offering firm, dry tannins as well as balanced black currant fruit and a dusty texture.",Herdade de Farizoa Reserva,20,89,Alentejano,,,Companhia das Quintas 2008 Herdade de Farizoa Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2008-herdade-farizoa-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Companhia das Quintas 13,White,Italy,"This vintage of La Froscà Soave Classico ushers forth a bold and sophisticated style followed by thick, almost fatty tones of mature melon and peach. Pair with food that has an acidic bite to offset the wine's creamy density. Chinese chicken salad with tangerine wedges should do.",La Froscà,27,89,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Gini 2008 La Froscà (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gini-2008-frosca-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Gini 15,Red,US,"Just what Merlot should be, a soft, gently appealing wine whose easy tannins make it drinkable now. It's rich and spicy in raspberry and cherry fruit and cedar flavors.",,28,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Saddleback 2006 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saddleback-2006-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Saddleback 14,Red,Portugal,"As an addition to the Cape Roca range, this is impressive. It has weight and richness, accompanied with firm tannins, a solid core of dryness and blackberry fruits.",Cape Roca Boat,26,89,Douro,,,Casca Wines 2007 Cape Roca Boat Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2007-cape-roca-boat-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Casca Wines ,Red,US,"Continuing the well-delineated style of his father, second generation winemaker Jason Lett has crafted a classic Eyrie Pinot Noir. What is notable in this excellent vintage is that there is just a little more flesh and full-on black cherry flavor to the fruit, along with the typical herbal and spice highlights. Balanced and ageworthy, though drinking quite nicely right now.",,30,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,The Eyrie Vineyards 2008 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,The Eyrie Vineyards 13.5,White,Italy,"Run by an exciting all-female team, Soave Classico Le Rive opens with a rich, opulent style that has obviously benefitted from careful oak aging. There are deep layers here of candied fruit, honeysuckle and dried sage.",Le Rive,44,89,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Suavia 2007 Le Rive (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/suavia-2007-le-rive-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2007,Suavia 14.5,White,South Africa,"With only 15 cases imported, this might be a hard find but certainly worth the trouble. A blend of 70% Sémillon and 30% Sauvignon Blanc, ripe red apple flesh and pear aromas and flavors are jazzed up with sweet spice and soft buttered toast accents. Round and full but not overly heavy thanks to lifting tropical fruit-like acidity.",Henrietta,26,89,Western Cape,,,Bizoe 2009 Henrietta Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bizoe-2009-henrietta-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Bizoe 14,Red,Portugal,"Always an elegant wine, the Aragonez shows its beautiful smooth fruit, flavors of blueberries with leathery tannins and fine acidity. With its structure it could age, but there's no need to wait.",Aragonez,45,89,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2007 Aragonez Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2007-aragonez-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Cortes de Cima 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A brute of a wine, both in its immense flavors and its excessively weighty bottle. It has richness, full of concentrated sweet plum juice and dense tannins—very rich, very in your face.",Monte da Cal Vinha de Saturno,45,89,Alentejano,,,Dão Sul 2007 Monte da Cal Vinha de Saturno Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2007-monte-cal-vinha-saturno-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Dão Sul 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Soft and lightly cedary on the nose, with earthy berry fruit aromas. The palate shows good acidity and balance, with ripe cherry, raspberry and cassis flavors. Smooth on the finish, and overall there aren't any breaks in the fabric.",Grand Reserve,20,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2007 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2007-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cruz Alta 14.5,Red,US,"Shares the richness of EnRoute's previous bottlings, with jammy flavors of raspberries and cherries, elaborated by classy oak. Yet it finishes a little too sweet and soft, lacking the essential balance to earn a higher score.",Les Pommiers,60,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,EnRoute 2009 Les Pommiers Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enroute-2009-pommiers-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,EnRoute 14,White,Italy,"Here's a rich and generous Soave Classico that opens with mature melon and candied fruit aromas. Thanks to the wine's elevated density and persistency, you could pair it with spicy Thai or Vietnamese dishes.",Foscarin Slavinus,29,89,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Monte Tondo 2008 Foscarin Slavinus (Soave Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-tondo-2008-foscarin-slavinus-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico-superiore/,Garganega,2008,Monte Tondo 14,White,Italy,"This aged expression of Motto Piane Soave drinks with such intensity, thickness and golden brilliance, you'd almost mistake it for a dessert wine. Aromas include candied fruit and sweet pineapple.",Motto Piane,18,89,Veneto,Soave,,Fattori 2008 Motto Piane (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattori-2008-motto-piane-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2008,Fattori 13,Rose,France,"A powerful wine, concentrated with an edge of pepper and rich red fruits, lifted with an orange zest flavor. This is serious rosé, intense and worth aging a few months.",Cuvée Château,15,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de la Sauveuse 2010 Cuvée Château Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sauveuse-2010-cuvee-chateau-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de la Sauveuse 15,Red,Portugal,"The wine certainly tastes rich, perhaps on the brazen side of opulence. It does have structure, though, giving shape to the pepper, spice and black plum juice flavors. Despite the tannins, this is not for aging.",C.C.,39,89,Bairrada,,,Campolargo 2008 C.C. Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campolargo-2008-cc-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2008,Campolargo 14.2,Red,US,"Rich and soft, this Pinot seems like it's coming to the end of its useful life. It's fully dry, with cherry, berry, cola and spice flavors that are starting to turn mushroomy. Drink now.",Delicacé,36,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Harmonique 2006 Delicacé Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harmonique-2006-delicace-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Harmonique 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Earthy blackberry aromas have a slight baked character. The palate is lush, pure and jammy in feel, with grapey, ripe flavors of black cherry, blackberry and herbs. Finishes warm, spicy and peppery, but with good feel and length.",Privada,30,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2008 Privada Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2008-privada-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Bodega Norton 13,White,Italy,The success of this wine is the playful contrast between its fresh acidity and its naturally rich density. Rocca Sveva represents the top Soave expression from powerhouse Cantina di Soave. Clean aromas of melon and peach characterize the nose.,Rocca Sveva Castelcerino,20,89,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Cantina di Soave 2009 Rocca Sveva Castelcerino (Soave Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2009-rocca-sveva-castelcerino-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico-superiore/,Garganega,2009,Cantina di Soave 12.5,Rose,France,"Herbal wine, its fruits laced with flavors of lavender and thyme. This second wine of Château Coussin is immediately attractive while also having a fine edge of texture.",La Croix du Prieur,16,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Coussin 2010 La Croix du Prieur Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coussin-2010-croix-prieur-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château Coussin 12.9,White,US,"Another Best Buy from Bogle, which seems to produce them so easily. This Sauvignon Blanc is crisp and complex in Asian pear, tangerine and green apple flavors, brightened with crisp acidity and made savory with dusty baking spices.",,9,89,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2010-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Bogle 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Very structured, with strong new wood flavors and black currant fruit. The wine feels relatively light, almost fresh, while also having considerable tannins and dryness.",Touriga Nacional,,89,Alentejano,,,Casa de Santa Vitoria 2008 Touriga Nacional Touriga Nacional (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-santa-vitoria-2008-touriga-nacional-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-alentejano/,Touriga Nacional,2008,Casa de Santa Vitoria 13.5,White,US,"One of the best unoaked Sauvignon Blancs on the market. Clean and briskly acidic, it shows complex lemongrass, Meyer lemon, orange, green melon, fig, mineral and spice flavors. Could finish a bit drier, but it's an outstanding wine for cocktails, Asian fare and seafood salads.",Block Collection River Ranches,20,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Geyser Peak 2010 Block Collection River Ranches Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2010-block-collection-river-ranches-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Geyser Peak 14,Red,Portugal,"Earthy, ripe wine that brings out the stern minerality of this Douro Superior vineyard. The wine shows intense fruitiness and acidity while pushing a firm, solid structure. It can be drunk now, or over 2–3 years.",Passagem,,89,Douro,,,Quinta das Bandeiras 2008 Passagem Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-das-bandeiras-2008-passagem-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta das Bandeiras 14.5,Red,Portugal,"An enormously enjoyable big, ripe bruiser of a wine. It is full of ripe fruit, just underlined with some firm tannins. It's ready to drink now, its black currant flavor brimming out of the glass.",Marquês de Montemor Colheita Seleccionada,,89,Alentejano,,,Quinta da Plansel 2008 Marquês de Montemor Colheita Seleccionada Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-plansel-2008-marques-montemor-colheita-seleccionada-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta da Plansel 15,Red,Portugal,"Dense, sweet-fruited wine, its delicious black cherry fruits laced with minerality and acidity. The tannins are very present and it needs some years' aging.",Quinta do Cachão Reserva,11,89,Douro,,,Messias 2009 Quinta do Cachão Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messias-2009-quinta-cachao-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Messias 12.5,Rose,France,"So crisp and deliciously refreshing, a brilliant wine for a hot Sunday by the beach. It does have texture as well, with a bite of fruit skins and a pure line of acidity.",Fruité,10,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Moncigale 2010 Fruité Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moncigale-2010-fruite-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Moncigale 12.5,White,Portugal,"An equal blend of wine fermented in stainless steel and fermented in wood (hence Consensus), this is finely balanced. Its apple and apricot fruits have great acidity, while also rich, fruity and structured. The finish is lingering, fresh.",Consensus,13,89,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2009 Consensus White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2009-consensus-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2009,DFJ Vinhos 12.5,Rose,France,"A dense wine, its flavors concentrated while staying stylish. It has ripe strawberry flavors and some richness to balance the intense acidity. For food.",Cuvée M Cru Classé,32,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Sainte Marguerite 2010 Cuvée M Cru Classé Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-marguerite-2010-cuvee-m-cru-classe-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château Sainte Marguerite 13,Red,Portugal,"Big bold, attractive wine that strides over the palate, giving sweet fruit as well as acidity. The tannins are buried within the ripe red berry fruits that are edged with a more concentrated meaty character",Palestra,9,89,Douro,,,Dão Sul 2009 Palestra Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2009-palestra-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Dão Sul 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A deliciously smooth-texture wine, with soft tannins, sweet plum juice flavors and just the right amount of maturity to calm the tannins. Drink now.",Quinta das Cerejeiras Reserva,35,89,Obidos,,,Sanguinhal 2004 Quinta das Cerejeiras Reserva Red (Obidos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguinhal-2004-quinta-das-cerejeiras-reserva-red-obidos/,Portuguese Red,2004,Sanguinhal 13.5,White,US,"A full-bodied blend of 66% Mourvèdre, 30% Grenache and 4% Syrah bled off like a rosé and then fermented like a white wine, very reminiscent of a rosé from Provence. Dry, with prevailing flavors of strawberry and sweet spice, this Vin Gris is both pleasant enough to sip as an apéritif and bold enough to stand next to a range of food, seafood in particular.",Vin Gris d'Amador,16,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2009 Vin Gris d'Amador Rosé (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2009-vin-gris-damador-rose-sierra-foothills/,Rosé,2009,Terre Rouge 13.9,White,US,"Rich and dramatic, if a little overworked. It's superripe in pineapple and orange jam fruit, with a strong application of sweet oak that layers vanilla and buttered toast. Brings Chardonnay to its ultimate deliciousness, but would benefit from greater nuance. Drink now.",Precioso,75,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller 2008 Precioso Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-2008-precioso-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Keller 14.1,Red,US,"Somewhat heavy and dense now, marked by deep layers of black cherries, licorice, bacon, cocoa, mint and baking spices. Seems at its best now and over the next 2–3 years. Decant before serving.",Estate,25,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2009 Estate Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2009-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Laetitia 14.2,Red,US,"Lots of sweet fruit and oak in this easy-drinking, sophisticated Pinot. It shows raspberry, cherry, vanilla and buttered toast flavors, sprinkled with the clove, cinnamon and white pepper spices that the Santa Maria Valley is famous for. Drink now.",,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tin House 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-house-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Tin House 13.5,Red,US,"A great value, easy drinking Syrah from the Sierra Foothills's Zin masters, Renwood, who have produced here a mouthful of blackberry and plum juiciness that is full and sweet. Pair with roasted beef or lamb for a succulent meal.",Red Label,12,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Renwood 2008 Red Label Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2008-red-label-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2008,Renwood 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Some good red and dark blackberry fruits emerge from concentrated tannins and a firm structure. This wine is made for aging, the juicy Alicante Bouschet character well integrated into the fine texture.",Tinto da Talha Reserva,14,89,Alentejano,,,Roquevale 2008 Tinto da Talha Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roquevale-2008-tinto-talha-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Roquevale 14.5,Red,US,"A dramatic wine, rich and sweet in blackberry and cassis flavors, with elaborate oak and a reminder of its earthy origins in a salty tang of green olives. Impressive, especially after decanting, even though it's a little obvious in its appeal.",Estate,45,89,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakville Winery 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-winery-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Oakville Winery 14.7,Red,US,"A very good wine, glamorous in the way of Oakville Cabernets, with beautiful tannins and flavors of blackberries and cassis. But it's also very oaky, with a caramel and wood char sweetness that's a little too dominant. Doesn't seem like an ager.",Estate,60,89,California,Napa,Oakville,Ghost Block 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-block-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Ghost Block 12.5,Rose,France,"A tense, mineral style of rosé, with great acidity, the freshest of red currant fruits and a hint of a tannic structure. The acidity gives a final burst of crispness.",Corail,18,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château de Roquefort 2010 Corail Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-roquefort-2010-corail-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château de Roquefort 13,Rose,France,"Equally well known for its white, Clos Mireille, close by the Mediterranean, has produced a deliciously balanced, fresh and fruity rosé. The light fruits are dominated by red berries, leading to a crisp finish.",Clos Mireille,39,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaines Ott 2010 Clos Mireille Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-2010-clos-mireille-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Domaines Ott 12.5,Rose,France,"Showing fine ripeness, with a delicious creamed strawberry flavor and acidity in balance. The wine is full in the mouth, with a soft finish—a great food rosé.",Terra Amata,13,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Sorin 2010 Terra Amata Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sorin-2010-terra-amata-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Domaine Sorin ,Red,US,"This is a cleaner version of the regular estate Pinot, with bright berry flavors, firm acids, and a certain stiffness to the still-youthful tannins. Fine for medium-term cellaring, or give it a good couple of hours in the decanter.",Barrel Select Estate,28,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2008 Barrel Select Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2008-barrel-select-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,David Hill 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Wood-aged wine that shows pedigree and style. It has red berry fruit flavors, firm tannins along with acidity and a dry core. It's a serious wine, for aging over 4–5 years.",Reserva,14,89,Douro,,,Castello d'Alba 2008 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalba-2008-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Castello d'Alba ,Red,US,"Blended from four estate vineyards, this new release actually trumps the much-lauded 2008. Aromatics are lovely, a beguiling mix of rose petals, raspberries, earth and herb. The wine has finesse, fine acidity, tension and length. Fine for drinking now, but cellarable for the next decade.",,30,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,The Eyrie Vineyards 2009 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,The Eyrie Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"A very drinkable Carignane made from 40–90 year old certified organic vines grown in Mendocino, punched down by hand and given the gold-glove treatment. The result is juicy and delicious, full-bodied yet somehow light on its feet, a little blueberry here, a little spice there.",Testa Vineyard,25,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Horse & Plow 2009 Testa Vineyard Carignane (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2009-testa-vineyard-carignan-carignane-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Carignane,2009,Horse & Plow 14.8,Red,US,"Despite ripe raspberry and cherry flavors, this Pinot is a bit inert. The fruit is turning toward dried currants and mushrooms, indicating its age. It's a wine that will find some fans in the years to come, and also opponents, as it continues to dry and turn brittle. Gains the extra point for intellectual interest.",Oppenlander,42,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Harmonique 2006 Oppenlander Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harmonique-2006-oppenlander-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Harmonique 14.5,Red,US,"It took Vina Robles some years to figure Cabernet out, but they did it. The Huerhuero now is one of Paso's best bottlings, at a fair price. Dry and sufficient in acidity, its blackberry, cassis and dark chocolate flavors are comparable to a fine Napa Cab. Drink over the next few years.",Huerhuero,22,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2008 Huerhuero Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2008-huerhuero-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Vina Robles 13.4,White,US,"Brilliant acidity gives this wine a clean raciness that so many Sauvignon Blancs lack. It has ripe, forward flavors of lemons, limes, apricots, peaches and honey, but despite the richness is dry and minerally.",,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Twomey 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twomey-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Twomey 12.9,White,US,"There's no oak on this wine, which lets the fruit star. It does a bravura performance, with turns of pineapples, limes, gooseberries and tart mandarin oranges that finish in a swirl of spices. Acidity adds a brilliant zestiness, and even though the alcohol is only 12.9% by volume, the wine is thoroughly dry.",,19,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Long Meadow Ranch 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-meadow-ranch-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Long Meadow Ranch 14.3,Red,US,"Although this wine is very dry and tannic, it has a compelling elegance that makes it fascinating and worthy of pairing with good food. With berry, tobacco, beef jerky and cola flavors, it's a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot and Petite Sirah. Drink now.",Table 5,38,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,MC Wines 2008 Table 5 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mc-wines-2008-table-5-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,MC Wines 13.9,Red,US,"A classic Dry Creek Zinfandel, dry, medium-bodied and spicy, with wild berry fruit and that inimitable briary note to the mouthfeel. Really pleasant, with rich, ripe berry, licorice and cedar flavors. Ideal with barbecue.",Biglieri Vineyard,28,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ottimino Vineyards 2007 Biglieri Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ottimino-2007-biglieri-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Ottimino Vineyards 12.5,Rose,US,"Made from 75% Syrah and 25% Grenache, this blush wine shows cool-climate acidity and a fine minerality that make it racy and clean. There also are long hangtime hints of raspberries and strawberries. It's a fine rosé to drink with bouillabaisse. From Francis Ford Coppola.",Sofia,17,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Francis Coppola 2010 Sofia Rosé (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-coppola-2010-sofia-rose-central-coast-monterey-county/,Rosé,2010,Francis Coppola 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Dense on the nose, with a mix of black fruit aromas and mild herbs. The palate is properly acidic and elevated, with complex flavors of coconut, plum, berry, mocha, chocolate and spice. Quite oaky but the oak comes across well, i.e. friendly mocha and coffee. 64% Malbec with 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Tannat.",Amano Remolinos Vineyard,50,90,Mendoza Province,Agrelo,,Finca Decero 2008 Amano Remolinos Vineyard Red (Agrelo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-decero-2008-amano-remolinos-vineyard-red-agrelo/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Finca Decero 13.5,White,US,"This statewide blend stands up well against far more expensive Chardonnays. It's rich and crisp in acidity, with tropical fruit, pear and peach flavors, as well as a generous coating of oak and buttercream. Easy to find, with nearly 11,000 cases produced.",Votre Sante,14,90,California,California Other,California,Francis Ford Coppola 2009 Votre Sante Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2009-votre-sante-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Francis Ford Coppola 13,Rose,France,Attractive red berry fruit ripeness is balanced with good zesty acidity. The wine is full bodied while attractively textured. A great food rosé.,,20,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château les Valentines 2010 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valentines-2010-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château les Valentines 13.5,Rose,France,"A delicious food rosé, rich and rounded with a good structure and a bite of acidity. Red apple and pink grapefruit complement the sweeter berry fruits. The extra year of aging before release has brought some sophistication.",Esclans,35,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château d'Esclans 2009 Esclans Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desclans-2009-esclans-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château d'Esclans 13.5,White,Portugal,"Encruzado is the Dão's star white grape, able to produce, as here, a wine that combines a great sense of style, some weight, along with the freshest of lemon tints. There is some fullness as well, while the final taste is crisp.",Cabriz Encruzado,15,90,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2009 Cabriz Encruzado Encruzado (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2009-cabriz-encruzado-portuguese-white-encruzado-dao/,Encruzado,2009,Dão Sul 14,Red,South Africa,"This limited-production Syrah (3,200 bottles produced) spends 18 months in French and American oak, providing a sweet spice and chocolate backdrop to the wine's bright red berry aromas and flavors. Accents of foresty foliage and black pepper add additional complexity to the lush mouth. Drink now–2014.",Estalét,26,90,Western Cape,,,Bizoe 2008 Estalét Syrah (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bizoe-2008-estalet-shiraz-syrah-syrah-western-cape/,Syrah,2008,Bizoe 14.8,Red,US,"A very nice Zin, lusty and rich, with ripe flavors of raspberries, cherries, red currants, licorice, smoked meat and dusty baking spices. It's a big wine whose fruits and tannins suggest pairing with smoky barbecue.",Montecillo Vineyard,28,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Keating 2009 Montecillo Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keating-2009-montecillo-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Keating 14.5,Red,US,"Smooth and rich, the first release of the new vintage from Le Cadeau is a gem. Tangy berry/cherry fruit is framed in chocolate, while balancing acidity props up softer, caramel streaks. The finish brings a wash of citrus, leaving the mouth feeling clean and ready to sip again.",Oregon,40,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Le Cadeau 2009 Oregon Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cadeau-2009-oregon-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Le Cadeau 14.3,Red,US,"This is a preview of Swan's vineyard-designated '09s yet to come, and it sure is exciting. It's a beautiful, sensual wine, rich in acidity and delicious in raspberries and cherries. Near perfect for drinking now.",Cuvée de Trois,29,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2009 Cuvée de Trois Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2009-cuvee-trois-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Joseph Swan Vineyards 13.5,White,South Africa,"A gorgeous wine that showcases the greatness Sémillon has to offer. Green apple, pear and stone fruit all abound on the nose, with interesting notes of yellow flowers and soft toast adding depth to the bouquet. Orange citrus and well-integrated oak notes flesh out in the mouth and linger.",,29,90,Franschhoek,,,Boekenhoutskloof 2008 Sémillon (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boekenhoutskloof-2008-semillon-franschhoek/,Sémillon,2008,Boekenhoutskloof 13,Rose,France,"Just tinged with pink, the wine is fresh and crisp, flavored with wild strawberries. There is great acidity here, giving the wine a lively feel, light and dancing in the mouth.",,21,90,Provence,Coteaux Varois,,Château des Annibals 2010 Rosé (Coteaux Varois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-annibals-2010-rose-coteaux-varois/,Rosé,2010,Château des Annibals 12.5,Rose,France,"A full, rounded wine, very much a rosé for food. It is bone dry in character, although the berry fruitiness gives the wine an attractive open feel. With its firm texture, it could age a year.",,14,90,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Château Beaulieu 2010 Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaulieu-2010-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2010,Château Beaulieu 15,Red,Portugal,"Like its overweight bottle, the wine feels superrich, superpowerful, with few holds barred as its tannins sink into the cushion of luscious fruit. It is given shape by blackberry acidity, and a firm, dry finish.",Plansel Selecta Grand Escolha,,90,Alentejano,,,Quinta da Plansel 2008 Plansel Selecta Grand Escolha Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-plansel-2008-selecta-grand-escolha-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta da Plansel 13.5,White,South Africa,"A rich but well-balanced Chard that offers loads of ripe tropical fruit flavors alongside orange oil, yellow flowers and nectarine pit. The mouthfeel is creamy and lush but balanced by medium acidity and lifted through sweet spice and toasted brioche flavors. With only 300 cases imported, the endless finish and attractive pricetag make this wine worth the hunt.",,21,90,Stellenbosch,,,Mulderbosch 2008 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulderbosch-2008-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2008,Mulderbosch 14,Red,Portugal,"The second wine of Jorge Moreira's Poeira is rich and smooth, the bright berry fruits sinking into a cushiony texture. The acidity and smoky wood provide a counterpoint to its firm, youthful tannins.",Pó de Poeira,,90,Douro,,,Poeira 2008 Pó de Poeira Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poeira-2008-po-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Poeira 13.8,White,US,"A superb wine to taste if you want to understand why Iron Horse Chardonnays are so good. With no oak, it stars pure pineapple, orange, green apple, lime and tropical fruit flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. Just delicious.",Unoaked,26,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Iron Horse 14.2,Red,US,"An elegant Pinot with a silky texture framing delicious flavors of ripe raspberries and cherries, elaborated with sweet spices and smoky sandalwood. A lovely wine to drink now.",La Cruz Vineyard,44,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller 2008 La Cruz Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-2008-cruz-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Keller 13.8,Red,US,"Smooth and classy, a Cabernet that feels fine in the mouth. With a velvety texture, it shows ripe, extravagant flavors of blackberry and cherry jam, with vanilla and toast from oak barrels. Not an ager, but one of the better Cabernets to come out of Paso Robles.",Malibu,22,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hoyt Family Vineyards 2007 Malibu Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoyt-family-2007-malibu-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hoyt Family Vineyards 15,Red,US,"Firm and focused, this limited production (98 case) estate-grown Pinot Noir has the muscle and steel frame to be genuinely ageworthy. The tart fruit brings in berry and cherry, framed with supple tannins.",Astra,35,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Luminous Hills 2009 Astra Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luminous-hills-2009-astra-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2009,Luminous Hills 14.7,Red,US,"This is an ultra-delicious Cabernet to drink now. It's rich and seductive in blackberry, raspberry, cherry, cola and cocoa flavors, wrapped into softly gentle tannins. Give it a brief decant before serving.",Reserve Selection,32,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2008 Reserve Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2008-reserve-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Raymond 13.5,White,US,"Though lightly ripened, with alcohol at 13.5% and flavors keeping to the yellow-green fruit spectrum, the use of oak barrels for both fermentation and aging adds pleasing layers of butter and caramel. It's a French style, with a welcoming elegance.",,23,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,The Eyrie Vineyards 2009 Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2009-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,The Eyrie Vineyards 13,Rose,France,"The wine is ripe and rounded, full of red cherry and raspberry flavors. It has weight and enough richness while not losing its acidity.",,22,90,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Château Vignelaure 2010 Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vignelaure-2010-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2010,Château Vignelaure 13.5,Rose,France,"Deep, rich wine, with concentrated flavors. It feels ripe and full, while preserving all the immediate attractive raspberry character and the acidity of a fine rosé",,16,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire,,Domaine Houchart 2010 Rosé (Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-houchart-2010-rose-cotes-sainte-victoire/,Rosé,2010,Domaine Houchart 14,Red,Portugal,"An impressive wine, this estate wine of Cortes de Cima shows dusty tannins in a firm, ageworthy structure. The berry fruits are solid, concentrated, while always balanced. Age for 3–4 years.",,24,90,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2009 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2009-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Cortes de Cima 13.5,White,France,"Produced from the Clos Mireille, within sight of the Mediterranean, this fresh-faced wine shows peach and citrus flavors rounded by ripeness, although with an attractive tangy aftertaste.",Clos Mireille Blanc de Blancs,40,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaines Ott 2009 Clos Mireille Blanc de Blancs White (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-2009-clos-mireille-blanc-blancs-white-cotes/,White Blend,2009,Domaines Ott 13.5,Rose,France,"Warm, ripe wine, its red plum and strawberry flavors rounded and appealing. A touch of spice adds to the interest, along with tannin.",Domaine de l'Hermitage,28,90,Provence,Bandol,,Domaines Duffort 2010 Domaine de l'Hermitage Rosé (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-duffort-2010-domaine-lhermitage-rose-bandol/,Rosé,2010,Domaines Duffort 14,Red,France,"This sensational blend of 50% Grenache, 25% Syrah, 20% Carignan and 5% Cinsault displays knockout aromas of black cherry and cassis alongside asphalt and black olive. It's an intense and compelling mix of fruity and savory, with a long, mouthwatering finish.",Sensation,13,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de la Berthète 2009 Sensation Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-berthete-2009-sensation-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Domaine de la Berthète 14.1,Red,US,"Made in a lighter style, but showing true Williams Selyem elegance and complexity. With pretty cherry, cola, spice and sandalwood flavors, it has bright acidity, and is a very nice Pinot Noir to drink now.",,37,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Williams Selyem 2009 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Williams Selyem 12.5,Red,France,"Smooth, rich wine, with spice, red berries, firm tannins and a pure, juicy, ripe fruit character. The wine has structure and intensity. It could still develop.",,,90,Provence,Les Baux de Provence,,Mas de Gourgonnier 2007 Red (Les Baux de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-gourgonnier-2007-red-baux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Mas de Gourgonnier 12.5,Red,France,"Jaboulet's basic Crozes is a good value in '07, offering complex aromas of smoke, plum, black olive, horse sweat and cracked pepper framed by slightly coarse tannins. Turns firm on the finish, yet remains mouthwatering. Drink now–2017.",Les Jalets,28,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2007 Les Jalets (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2007-jalets-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 14.1,Red,US,"From the oldest block of the estate vineyard, this fruit-driven Pinot is crisp and lively, mixing bright berry flavors with just a hint of sandalwood. Tannins are tamed, and the emphasis is clearly on purity of fruit.",10 Acre,48,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Patton Valley 2009 10 Acre Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patton-valley-2009-10-acre-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Patton Valley 12.5,White,Italy,This vintage of Calvarino shows elegant mineral notes of brimstone and talc followed by beautiful fruit intensity. The 2008 expression shows slightly less acidity on the close.,Calvarino,30,90,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Pieropan 2008 Calvarino (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-2008-calvarino-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Pieropan 14.5,Red,US,"Pricy, but flashy, a Cabernet to pour into your best crystal stemware. It's elaborate in blackberry, cassis and oak flavors, with a tug of minerals. Seems too soft to develop in the bottle, so drink now and through 2014.",Single Vineyard,100,90,California,Napa,Yountville,Ghost Block 2008 Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-block-2008-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Ghost Block 14.3,White,US,"The oak presently stands out, giving a blast of buttered toast, drizzled with honey. But the wine is very crisp in acidity and balanced and ripe in pineapples, pears and green apples. Could be an interesting bottle to cellar for four or five years.",,28,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Joseph Swan Vineyards 14.9,Red,US,"At nearly five years of age, this wine tastes like it was just bottled. It's still juicy and fresh in raspberries, cherries and spices, with a sweet, clean finish. A pretty, polished and complex wine to drink now and over the next 6–8 years.",Mancini Ranch,26,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2006 Mancini Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2006-mancini-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Joseph Swan Vineyards 14,Red,Portugal,"Certainly rich, but also finely structured, it keeps its exuberant fruit firmly in check with dry tannins, dense texture and a fresh edge of acidity. With this structure, this is a great, rich, meat-friendly wine.",Quinta do Encontro Encontro I,80,90,Bairrada,,,Dão Sul 2007 Quinta do Encontro Encontro I Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2007-quinta-encontro-encontro-i-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2007,Dão Sul 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Licorice and dark chocolate flavors emerge with firm tannins cutting through the balanced fruit and acidity. Flavors are also of black cherry, damson and perhaps mineral. The wine needs decanting.",Vinha Padre Pedro,12,90,Tejo,,,Casa Cadaval 2008 Vinha Padre Pedro Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-cadaval-2008-vinha-padre-pedro-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2008,Casa Cadaval 14.8,Red,US,"Very ripe and forward in fruit, this Cabernet floods the mouth with cherry fruit flavors, liberally enhanced with the sweet vanilla and toast of oak barrel aging. The tannins are strong but finely ground. Appeals now for sheer beauty.",Revilo Vineyard,85,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Carter 2008 Revilo Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carter-2008-revilo-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Carter 14.5,Red,France,"This wine's dried spices, dusty earth and bright cherries exemplify some of the southern Rhône wines' most charming attributes. It's medium-bodied, with supple tannins and a lingering finish. Drink now–2015; it doesn't look to have the structure for aging.",,38,90,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine du Vieux Lazaret 2008 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vieux-lazaret-2008-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine du Vieux Lazaret 13,Rose,France,"Salmon pink in color, a wine that is soft and smooth with rich fruits, vanilla and some concentration. It is balanced with acidity while keeping the ripe fruit right to the fore.",,17,90,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Domaine de l'Eole 2010 Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leole-2010-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de l'Eole 13,White,Portugal,"Based on Cercial, here is a rounded, smooth wine with a delicious perfume. Warm, ripe and delicious, this shows wood hints, peaches and green herbs. Keep for a year.",Branco,28,90,Bairrada,,,Campolargo 2009 Branco White (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campolargo-2009-branco-white-bairrada/,Portuguese White,2009,Campolargo 14.2,White,US,"Winemaking team Alex MacGregor and David Ramey have produced a beautiful Sauvignon Blanc here, from organically farmed grapes grown in several vineyards throughout Mendocino County, including owner John Fetzer's Kathleen's Vineyard, named for his mom. Barrel-fermented but having not undergone ML, the wine is deliciously fresh and vibrant with lots of minerality to recommend, as well as depth.",,23,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Saracina 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saracina-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Saracina 13.7,White,US,"There's some barrel influence in this Chardonnay, but the oak is way in the background. What stars is Edna Valley fruit, pure and refined and textbook varietal. Pineapples, tangerines, Meyer lemons, limes, kiwis, you get the idea— clean, acidic, mouthwatering citrus fruits—brilliantly crisp and tangy. Drink right away for maximum freshness.",Grand Firepeak Reserve,28,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2008 Grand Firepeak Reserve Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2008-grand-firepeak-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Baileyana 13.8,White,US,"Adelsheim helped to pioneer Dijon clone Chardonnay in Oregon, a movement that completely reshaped and reinvigorated those wines. Crisp styling (from stainless steel fermentation and no malolactic) puts the emphasis on clean, refreshing fruit flavors of melon, star fruit, lime and cucumber, with excellent concentration and length.",,22,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2009 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2009-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Adelsheim 14.7,Red,US,"Good price for a Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir this good. Shows lots of zippy acidity and is very dry, with complex layers of raspberries, cherries, Dr. Pepper cola and dusty spices. Drink now.",,24,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ampelos 2009 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Ampelos 15,Red,South Africa,"Herbal notes mingle with aromas of kirsch, violet, tobacco and tanned hide. Sweet spice and pepper unfold on the palate, integrating seamlessly with the black fruit flavors. The structure is firm but not too tough or unapproachable now, with medium acidity and a long, lingering finish.",Philosophers' Stone,24,90,Stellenbosch,,,Camberley 2008 Philosophers' Stone Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camberley-2008-philosophers-stone-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Camberley 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Dark, rubbery and black on the nose, then medium across the palate, with a good mouthfeel and evidence of refinement. The flavors are deep and classy, emphasizing plum and raspberry along with an herbal undertone. Toasty and oaky late, with espresso-like bitterness to the finish.",Las Compuertas,30,90,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2008 Las Compuertas Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2008-las-compuertas-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2008,Viña Alicia 12.5,White,Italy,"La Froscà is a rich and luminous Soave Classico that delivers vibrant tones of stone fruit, lemon blossom and dried sage. This expression shows a very pure and pristine aromatic quality.",La Froscà,27,90,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Gini 2009 La Froscà (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gini-2009-frosca-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Gini 15,Red,Portugal,"Sold only in a wooden crate 4-pack of 500-ml bottles, Pequeño João, or little John, is the young wine of Malhadinha Nova. With its fresh fruit, it relishes that role, with bright clean berry flavors, good acidity and richness.",Pequeño João,16,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2008 Pequeño João Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2008-pequeno-joao-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 15,Red,Portugal,"Aragonês, a k a Tempranillo and Tinta Roriz, is the source of this smooth, rich wine that shows great elegance despite its high alcohol. It has concentration, very dense fruit flavors and a gorgeous ripe finish.",Aragonês de Peceguina,70,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2008 Aragonês de Peceguina Aragonês (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2008-aragones-peceguina-tempranillo-aragones-alentejano/,Aragonês,2008,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 14,White,Portugal,"A wood-aged wine, with aromas that are certainly dominated by toast. The taste is more fruity, with pineapple and mandarin orange flavors giving a fine edge of acidity. Age for a year for the wood to integrate more.",Branco Reserva,30,90,Douro,,,Quinta da Sequeira 2008 Branco Reserva White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-sequeira-2008-branco-reserva-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2008,Quinta da Sequeira 14,Red,Portugal,"A very aromatic, violet-perfumed wine. It has structured fruit, with wood and blackberry flavors, plenty of acidity and long-term aging potential.",Reserva,16,90,Lisboa,,,Quinta da Cortezia 2008 Reserva Touriga Nacional (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-cortezia-2008-reserva-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-lisboa/,Touriga Nacional,2008,Quinta da Cortezia 13.5,White,US,"Only a little oak on this wine, so the mass is provided by the fruit, which is extraordinarily ripe and potent. The wine explodes in the mouth, with pineapple, tangerine, lime, peach, acacia flower and honey flavors. The winemaker suggests pairing with blue cheese, and the sweetness combined with acidity suggests this is true.",,40,90,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Pont de Chevalier 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pont-chevalier-2008-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-knights-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Pont de Chevalier 14.4,Red,US,"A good followup to last year's vintage. It's a dry, silky Pinot Noir, with deep, earthy flavors of cherries, raspberries, liqueur, sweet oak and cinnamon spices. An upscale wine to drink now.",Flood Family Vineyards,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2009 Flood Family Vineyards Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2009-flood-family-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Rancho Sisquoc 14,White,Portugal,"With toast, sweet ripe yellow fruits and some lovely acidity, this is a complex full-bodied wine, its dense texture promising another 1–2 years aging.",Grainha,18,90,Douro,,,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 2009 Grainha White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-nova-nossa-senhora-carmo-2009-grainha-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 13,Rose,France,"A rich, fat wine, with the weight of concentrated red fruits laced with pear and a touch of spice. There is a vanilla layer that adds extra complexity.",Château de Selle,43,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaines Ott 2010 Château de Selle Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-2010-chateau-selle-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Domaines Ott 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Pure Touriga Nacional, firm while also fruity, this is an intense, aromatic and finely perfumed, smokey wine. The wood aging has softened the tannins while keeping the structure.",Quinta da Pancas Reserva,21,90,Lisboa,,,Companhia das Quintas 2008 Quinta da Pancas Reserva Touriga Nacional (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2008-quinta-da-pancas-reserva-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-lisboa/,Touriga Nacional,2008,Companhia das Quintas 14.5,Red,France,"This lush wine will be too oaky for purists, but there is no denying the superb quality of the underlying fruit. It's full-bodied, soft and succulent in texture, with cassis fruit framed by ample cedar and vanilla. A blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah. Drink now–2018.",Guy Louis,28,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Tardieu-Laurent 2008 Guy Louis Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2008-guy-louis-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Tardieu-Laurent 14.5,Red,US,"Aptly named as this Syrah is grown at 3,000-feet elevation, the wine is full of very ripe plum, dark cherry and gamy meat flavors, with thick tannins evocative of leather and cigar box. A big-time Syrah that will deliver nuance and complexity as it opens up, particularly when paired with appropriately rich foods.",High Slopes,35,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2008 High Slopes Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2008-high-slopes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2008,Terre Rouge ,Red,US,"Four vineyards provided the fruit, one third of which was fermented in whole clusters, creating a round, full-bodied wine with lush cherry fruit, streaked with vanilla. Nice spice notes from barrel aging, and a pleasing earthy character underscores the tannins.",Special Reserve,42,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Seven of Hearts 2009 Special Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hearts-2009-special-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Seven of Hearts 13.7,White,US,"Lots of zesty acidity and minerals in this Chardonnay, but also lots of richness. Brims with ripe pineapples, peaches, papayas and green apples, with extra levels of buttered toast and honey. A crowd-pleasing wine to drink now.",La Cruz Vineyard,36,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller 2008 La Cruz Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-2008-cruz-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Keller 13.2,White,US,"Elegance marks this wine, grown on the cool-climate Laetitia estate, so close to the Pacific along the Central Coast. It's dry and crisp in acidity, with a minerally tow to the pineapple and lime flavors. Oak is evident, but the underlying wine is the star.",Estate,18,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2010 Estate Pinot Blanc (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2010-estate-pinot-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2010,Laetitia 14.2,Red,US,"Lots of zesty, crunchy acidity marks this wine, giving it a brisk mouthfeel. Beyond that clean dryness, you'll find complex raspberry fruit flavors, enhanced with sweet oak and vanilla. Drink this vineyard-blended, elegant wine now.",Freestone,50,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2009 Freestone Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2009-freestone-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lynmar 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Complex and smooth wine, keeping firm tannins well integrated with the elegant polished fruit. With refreshing acidity to go with the fruit and tannins, the wine is finely, ripely balanced.",Perfil,15,90,Douro,,,Luis Soares Duarte 2007 Perfil Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-soares-duarte-2007-perfil-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Luis Soares Duarte 14,Red,Portugal,"A wonderfully brooding, tannic wine that offers huge structure along with richness, dark plum skin fruit flavors and a tense mineral and flint texture. Obviously for aging over 4–5 years. Imported by Luiz's Grocery And Liquors.",Quinta do Penedo,11,90,Dão,,,Messias 2008 Quinta do Penedo Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messias-2008-quinta-penedo-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Messias 15,Red,US,"An enormous Petite Sirah, sweetly rich and explosive. Shows very ripe, sugared blackberry, milk chocolate, beef jerky and black pepper flavors, wrapped into smooth tannins. Too soft to age, it's a wine to drink now.",Creston Valley Vineyard,42,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2008 Creston Valley Vineyard Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2008-creston-valley-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2008,Vina Robles 14,Red,Portugal,"Toasty as well as fruity, this serious and complex wine has powerful tannins, a dense structure, red fruits and good concentration. There is weight here and aging potential.",Porca de Murça Reserva,,90,Douro,,,Real Companhia Velha 2007 Porca de Murça Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-companhia-velha-2007-porca-murca-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Real Companhia Velha ,Rose,US,"A perfect summer blush wine. Made in the style of the southern Rhône, it's rich in strawberry, raspberry, rosehip tea, vanilla and spice flavors, brightened with zesty acidity. Just delicious with smoked meats, tempura, ahi tuna tartare.",Rosato,21,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 2010 Rosato Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2010-rosato-rose-napa-valley/,Rosé,2010,Swanson 13.5,White,Portugal,"Smooth Chardonnay-like richness gives concentration to this magnificent ripe wine. The wood aging shows through the fruit, ending on toast, spice and green herbs.",Branco Reserva,50,90,Douro,,,Quinta do Vallado 2009 Branco Reserva White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-do-vallado-2009-branco-reserva-white-douro-131387/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta do Vallado 14,Red,Portugal,"Powerful, complex wine, its tannins beautifully integrated into the dense structure and full black berry fruits. It is so well balanced, the acidity showing seamlessly on finish.",Reserva,,90,Douro,,,Quinta do Tedo 2006 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-tedo-2006-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2006,Quinta do Tedo 14,Red,Portugal,"A rich wine that takes time to show its structure, starting with blackberry fruits, then revealing firm, closed tannins. The wine is a blend of Touriga Nacional and Tinta Roriz, giving off power and complexity.",Vineaticu,18,90,Dão,,,Quinta da Nespereira 2008 Vineaticu Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-nespereira-2008-vineaticu-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta da Nespereira 14.8,Red,US,"This wine earns its high score by virtue of sheer richness. It's enormous in blackberry, cassis, roasted meat, licorice, black pepper and smoky cedar flavors, and finishes dry and spicy. There's a tannic toughness that resists the palate, and doesn't seem likely to age out, so drink over the next few years.",,60,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2008 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2008,Pride Mountain 14,Red,Argentina,"A lusty value made right. The nose issues black cherry, cough drop and cassis aromas. It's concentrated and balanced, while flavors of black cherry and cassis follow the nose. A mild tannic burn and chocolate on the finish tell you it's good and can go with any meat, from burgers to a quality steak or roast.",Reserve,11,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trivento 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Trivento 14.3,Red,US,"A rich, soft, oaky Cabernet, forward and appealing in blackberry and cherry jam, cassis, mocha and olive flavors. Shows the class and distinction of the vineyard sources in Napa and Sonoma.",Encomium,70,90,California,California Other,California,Keating 2008 Encomium Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keating-2008-encomium-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Keating 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Named after the pomegranate orchard that existed before the vines, this is a powerful, dense wine, concentrated with fruit and dark tannins. Good spice, extreme juiciness and acidity give extra character. This is for aging over 4–5 years.",Vinha das Romãs,40,90,Alentejano,,,Monte da Ravasqueira 2008 Vinha das Romãs Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-ravasqueira-2008-vinha-das-romas-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Monte da Ravasqueira 14.4,White,US,"A beautiful Gewürztraminer showing classic spice, honeysuckle and tropical fruit flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. Great to drink now with spicy fusion fare. Only 151 cases were produced, but it's worth a search.",Saralee's Vineyard,19,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2010 Saralee's Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2010-saralees-vineyard-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Joseph Swan Vineyards 15.1,Red,US,"Tuck this puppy into the cellar for a long time, at least six years. The tannins are fierce, a drone attack on the palate that numbs it flat. But it's very rich and sweet in raspberry essence, with good Russian River acidity. An interesting California expression of this grape variety.",Matthew's Station Vineyard,28,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2007 Matthew's Station Vineyard Tannat (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2007-matthews-station-vineyard-other-red-tannat-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Tannat,2007,Joseph Swan Vineyards 14.2,Red,US,"Dramatically ripe, offering tiers of cherries, black raspberries, blackberries and cola, with the toast and vanilla spice of oak barrels. Very extracted in fruit now, sweet and jammy, almost rustic, with crisp acidity. The question is whether it will age. The vineyard is exceptional, home to great bottlings from Fulcrum, Sojourn, Patz & Hall, MacPhail and Roessler, among others. It's a bit of a gamble, but try giving it six years in a cool cellar.",Gap's Crown Vineyard,48,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Expression 38 2009 Gap's Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/expression-38-2009-gaps-crown-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Expression 38 13,Red,Portugal,"Black-colored wine, showing the rich minerality of the Douro and its impressively structured fruit. Cranberry acidity mixes with black berry and a firm tannic core. Age for 2–3 years or more.",Vega Reserva,9,90,Douro,,,DFJ Vinhos 2007 Vega Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2007-vega-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,DFJ Vinhos 13,Red,Portugal,"A new brand from an old estate for DFJ Vinhos, Rocio is powerfully dark colored, complex and concentrated. Tannins are contained within a structure that is initially severe and then round out into juicy black currant flavors, always tempered with firm tannins.",Quinta do Rocio,18,90,Estremadura,,,DFJ Vinhos 2007 Quinta do Rocio Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2007-quinta-rocio-red-estremadura/,Portuguese Red,2007,DFJ Vinhos ,Rose,France,"This mouth-filling yet fresh rosé offers up a cornucopia of fruit scents: melon, strawberry and peach among them. The blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah is a fruit cocktail with a mineral backbone, and is a worthy summer companion.",Réserve,14,90,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de Nages 2010 Réserve Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nages-2010-reserve-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2010,Château de Nages 12.5,Rose,France,"Crisp, crushed raspberry fruits and acidity lace the wine with delicious freshness. It is bright, with a tang of red currants and a fresh finish.",,20,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Roubine 2010 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roubine-2010-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château Roubine 13.5,Red,Portugal,"From the high (2000 feet) mountain vineyards in the interior of Portugal, this is a serious, complex expression of Touriga Nacional, perfumed and structured. Dry tannins give tension to the blackberry fruit flavors.",Quinta do Cardo Reserva,20,90,Beira Interior,,,Companhia das Quintas 2008 Quinta do Cardo Reserva Touriga Nacional (Beira Interior),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2008-quinta-cardo-reserva-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-beira-interior/,Touriga Nacional,2008,Companhia das Quintas 14,White,Portugal,"Dão Sul's showpiece quinta in Santar has produced this mellifluous, rich wine, with wood flavors that are married to yellow fruits, cantaloupe melon and a hint of acidity.",Paça dos Cunhas de Santar Vinha do Contador,35,90,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2009 Paça dos Cunhas de Santar Vinha do Contador White (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2009-paca-cunhas-santar-vinha-contador-white-dao/,Portuguese White,2009,Dão Sul 11.5,Dessert,Italy,Astoria's Cartizze Prosecco delivers a clean and elegant feel that shows the best of informal Italian sparkling wine. Thanks to the sweet mouthfeel this pristine wine would pair with savory ham or cheese.,Cartizze Dry,30,90,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Astoria NV Cartizze Dry (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-nv-cartizze-dry-valdobbiadene-superiore-di-cartizze-132466/,Glera,,Astoria 13.9,Red,US,"A big, lusty Zin, with a blast of briary raspberry, cherry, cocoa, beef jerky, anise, pepper and sandalwood flavors. No mere fruit bomb, it's framed with a fine acid-tannin structure, and finishes dry. Best now and over the next six years, before the fruit starts fading.",Old Vine,29,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Beaver Creek 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaver-creek-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Beaver Creek 14.5,Red,Portugal,"This warm, rich wine, blending Touriga Nacional and Castelão, rolls roundly around the mouth. The tannins are chewy, although always in support of the ripe berry fruits, sweet wood and acidity.",Termeão,35,90,Bairrada,,,Campolargo 2007 Termeão Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campolargo-2007-termeao-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2007,Campolargo 13.9,White,US,"Shows the racy acidity and brilliantly ripe flavors of the winery's finest Chardonnays. The pineapple, mango, pear, lime and green-apple fruit purity is massive and impressive. There's a sweet vanilla note that must come from the grapes, as no oak ever touched this lovely wine.",Unoaked,37,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Williams Selyem 14.5,White,US,"A very easy-drinking white Rhône blend of 44% Marsanne, 29% Viognier and 27% Roussanne that highlights each in its own right, the perfume and body of the Marsanne balanced deftly with Roussanne's more delicate, pear-like features and the honeysuckle, orange essence aromatics of the Viognier shining through and yet not overpowering.",Enigma,25,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2009 Enigma White (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2009-enigma-white-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Terre Rouge 14.5,Red,US,"A pretty, polished Cabernet for drinking now. Easily earns a high score for sheer luxurious richness, with softly refined tannins housing sweet flavors of raspberries, red currants, cinnamon and sandalwood.",,60,91,California,Napa,St. Helena,Raymond 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Raymond 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A powerful wine that retains intense structure, dark tannins and a dry core. It has a very mineral, almost stony texture from its mountain location. Well worth aging for 3–4 years.",Quinta do Cardo Selecção do Enólogo,15,91,Beira Interior,,,Companhia das Quintas 2007 Quinta do Cardo Selecção do Enólogo Red (Beira Interior),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2007-quinta-cardo-seleccao-enologo-red-beira-interior/,Portuguese Red,2007,Companhia das Quintas 14,Red,Portugal,"Such a stylish wine, with its elegant perfumed fruit, fine tannins, acidity, blackberry flavors and a firm structure. This is a wine that could age, although it is certainly ready to drink.",Touriga Nacional,60,91,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2008 Touriga Nacional Touriga Nacional (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2008-touriga-nacional-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-alentejano/,Touriga Nacional,2008,Cortes de Cima 13,White,Portugal,"A seriously wood-aged wine, although one where the fruit is as important as the toast. It's ripe, packed with mango and sweet melon flavors.",Branco Reserva,,91,Alentejano,,,Casa de Santa Vitoria 2009 Branco Reserva White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-santa-vitoria-2009-branco-reserva-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2009,Casa de Santa Vitoria 13.9,Red,US,"Amazingly, Adelsheim has produced more than 14,000 cases of this wine, which equals the best, small-production Pinots of most Oregon producers. Fragrant and immediately compelling, it enters gracefully with soft red fruits, highlighted with spice, curry and chocolate. A pretty wine that is simply irresistible.",,32,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Adelsheim 13.5,White,US,"A block selection from the estate, this is an intense, flattering Chardonnay. It has aromas and flavors of oranges, green apples, limes, kiwi fruit, buttered toast and spices, with a firm minerality. Brisk acidity brings welcome balance to the richness.",M,48,91,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2009 M Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2009-m-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Iron Horse 14,White,Portugal,"Very rich, this is a smooth spicy wine, its fruit flavors dominated by mango and pineapple, finished with a more mineral texture. It is worth opening this wine an hour before drinking, or even decanting.",Parus Branco,30,91,Setubal,,,Herdade da Comporta 2009 Parus Branco Antão Vaz (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-comporta-2009-parus-branco-portuguese-white-antao-vaz-setubal/,Antão Vaz,2009,Herdade da Comporta 15.3,Red,US,"An enormous Cabernet. Explodes with flavors of blackberries, cassis and chocolate, as well as the sweet vanilla and toast from oak barrels. It's gentle enough to drink now, but isn't showing much nuance. Give it five or six years in the cellar.",Veraison Stagecoach Vineyard,60,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krupp Brothers 2007 Veraison Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krupp-brothers-2007-veraison-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Krupp Brothers 14.5,Red,US,"Another successful Tannat from Cambiata, the fourth vintage in a row to score at least 90 points. The grape variety, from southwest France, produces a dry, tannic, full-bodied wine like this one. It has a stringy feel, with deep flavors of raspberries. Will age for a very long time. Interesting as an alternative to a big Zinfandel or Petite Sirah.",,28,91,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Cambiata 2007 Tannat (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambiata-2007-other-red-tannat-central-coast-monterey/,Tannat,2007,Cambiata 13,Red,France,"Domaine de Thalabert is a historic name in Crozes-Hermitage, and the 2007 does its heritage proud, offering a dark look at Syrah through a lens of espresso, black olive and plummy fruit. It's full bodied and built for several years in the cellar, yet turns velvety on the finish even today.",Domaine de Thalabert,58,91,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2007 Domaine de Thalabert (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2007-domaine-de-thalabert-crozes-hermitage-121876/,Syrah,2007,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 14.1,Red,US,"The fruit is sourced from Mark Ryan-designated rows in the Lachini Vineyard. Fermented with native yeast in stainless steel, and aged in 50% new French oak, this opens with plenty of green tea-flavored tannins, and an undercurrent of earth and wood, but the Pinot fruit shines through and expands, with notes of cola, cherry fruit and a streak of iron.",Black Love,50,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Mark Ryan 2009 Black Love Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ryan-2009-black-love-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Mark Ryan 14,Red,Portugal,"A partnership between Portuguese and Spanish winemakers, this is an impressive wine, powered by ripe fruit, solid tannins and a dense texture. It is serious, the structure important, and it needs aging.",Dados Reserva,15,91,Douro,,,Messias 2008 Dados Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messias-2008-dados-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Messias 13.5,Red,Portugal,"With fruit from three Portuguese regions including Dâo and Douro, this herbal and mint- dominated wine is a blend of Touriga Nacional and Syrah. It has elegance, a touch of spice from wood, sweet juicy damson fruits and a lingering finish.",Triunvirato No 2,28,91,Vinho da Mesa,,,Messias 2007 Triunvirato No 2 Red (Vinho da Mesa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messias-2007-triunvirato-no-2-red-vinho-mesa/,Portuguese Red,2007,Messias 13.8,Red,US,"Shows brilliant acidity, so filled with life and nerve. Very intricate but also quite oaky (60% new), with an eruption of vanilla and sweet char. Underneath is a rich vein of raspberries and strawberries. The oak is just a bit too powerful.",Frances Thompson Estate,70,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Flowers 2007 Frances Thompson Estate Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flowers-2007-frances-thompson-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Flowers 14.8,White,US,"The trick with Vognier is to take its exotic fruit and contain it with acidity and dryness. Swan's '09 accomplishes that task. It's big in tropical fruit and orange flavors, but crisp and minerally, and the finish turns dry and clean. A beautiful restaurant Viognier.",Catie's Corner,19,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2009 Catie's Corner Viognier (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2009-caties-corner-viognier-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Viognier,2009,Joseph Swan Vineyards 15,Red,Portugal,"An impressively structured wine, the dense and dusty tannins in fine balance with the big berry fruits. Freshness is preserved by the acidity, the wine's firm character opening up to a delicious, more juicy finish.",Referencia Grand Reserva,100,91,Douro,,,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 2008 Referencia Grand Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-nova-nossa-senhora-carmo-2008-referencia-grand-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 14.9,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend, based on Cabernet Sauvignon. It's very rich and ripe, a wine that will appeal to fans of the modern California style for its voluptuous berry, cherry, cassis, spice and cedar flavors. The tannins are soft and gentle. Delicious and complex, if not quite up to the 2007. Give it a good, long decant.",,150,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Continuum 2008 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/continuum-2008-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Continuum 13.5,Rose,France,"If rosé can be serious, this is serious. It is a finely balanced wine, its acidity so well integrated into the red fruits and the tangy texture. Worth aging, but great with food this summer.",Mas de la Rouvière,29,91,Provence,Bandol,,Domaines Bunan 2010 Mas de la Rouvière Rosé (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-bunan-2010-mas-rouviere-rose-bandol/,Rosé,2010,Domaines Bunan 14,Red,South Africa,"This blend of 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Malbec, 14% Merlot, 13% Petit Verdot and 5% Cabernet Franc offers a minty character that prevails among the intense black plum and berry aromas and flavors. Well-integrated, with a decadent crushed velvet texture and a long oak-kissed finish reminiscent of dark chocolate-covered cherries.",Grand Classique,20,91,Paarl,,,Glen Carlou 2008 Grand Classique Red (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-carlou-2008-grand-classique-red-paarl/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Glen Carlou 13,White,Italy,"The name “Salvarenza” comes from a legend in which a damsel, Renza, needed to be saved, “salva,” from imminent danger. This vineyard cru expression shows wonderful intensity of peach, melon and citrus aromas and would pair with asparagus flan and cheese sauce.",Contrada Salvarenza Vecchie Vigne,35,91,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Gini 2008 Contrada Salvarenza Vecchie Vigne (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gini-2008-contrada-salvarenza-vecchie-vigne-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Gini 14.5,White,Italy,"Motto Piane delivers a huge and sophisticated style (thanks to late-harvest fruit) with enormous intensity and thick glycerin streaks visible down the side of the glass. Aromas here include crushed white peppercorn, dried sage, almond paste and mature fruit.",Motto Piane,18,91,Veneto,Soave,,Fattori 2010 Motto Piane (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattori-2010-motto-piane-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Fattori 14,Red,Portugal,"More traditional in style than some of the other Castello d'Alba wines, this shows dense tannins, a dark, dry character, spice, pepper and concentrated fruit. This is going to be firm and dry, worth aging.",Vinhas Velhas Grande Reserva,25,91,Douro,,,Castello d'Alba 2007 Vinhas Velhas Grande Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalba-2007-vinhas-velhas-grande-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Castello d'Alba 14.5,Red,US,"One sip of this blend is all it takes to conclude that it's quite a good wine. Dry and balanced, with smooth tannins, it houses blackberry, black cherry, cassis, teryaki beef and sandalwood flavors. Gains extra points for sheer elegance of structure. Now–2013.",Lila's Cuvée Estate Vineyard,40,91,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2008 Lila's Cuvée Estate Vineyard Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2008-lilas-cuvee-estate-vineyard-red-central-coast/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Clos La Chance 13.7,Red,US,"This is a sort of junior version of Swan's awesome Trenton Estate Pinot. It shows the same dryness and acidity, with appealing flavors of cherries, raspberries and mushrooms. It's not quite as dense and complex, but it's a gorgeously silky Pinot Noir.",Trenton View Vineyard,35,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2007 Trenton View Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2007-trenton-view-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Joseph Swan Vineyards 13.9,White,US,"Very rich and oaky, with ripe pineapple, orange, pear, lime, buttered toast and vanilla custard flavors. Bright acidity makes the finish clean and zesty. Don't drink it too cold.",Heritage Clone,48,91,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2009 Heritage Clone Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2009-heritage-clone-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Iron Horse ,White,US,"Spicy and showing some sweetness around the edges, presumably from a bit of residual sugar. Lovely fruit is the highlight here, textural and luscious with flavors of pears and apricots. Vivid acidity cuts through the fleshy core.",Estate,15,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2009 Estate Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2009-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,David Hill 14,Red,Portugal,"Firm tannins give this wine great structure. In a good sense, it has an old-fashioned leathery feel to it, very firm, dry, the fruit showing richness while already pointing towards maturity.",Casa de Santar Reserva,35,91,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2007 Casa de Santar Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2007-casa-santar-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2007,Dão Sul 13.5,Red,Portugal,"The Côa valley is at the remote eastern end of the Douro. The wine revels in its firm, mineral, structured character, with acidity, spice and a dry center. There is weight, richness and the potential for aging.",Quinta do Côa,25,91,Douro,,,CARM 2008 Quinta do Côa Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carm-2008-quinta-coa-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,CARM 12.5,Rose,France,"Almost colorless wine, with a limpid texture and soft berry fruits, but with layers of acidity over the softness. Ultimately, it is a wine that needs to be enjoyed with food, and can be opened well in advance.",Cuvée 946,29,91,Provence,Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire,,Château Gassier 2010 Cuvée 946 Rosé (Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gassier-2010-cuvee-946-rose-cotes-sainte-victoire/,Rosé,2010,Château Gassier 13,Rose,France,"A delicious wine, very ripe while having great style. It packs concentrated red berry fruits into a textured package that shows acidity, vanilla and final spice.",Secret de Léoube,32,91,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Léoube 2010 Secret de Léoube Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoube-2010-secret-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château Léoube 13.9,White,US,"Lots of zippy acidity in this fresh, dry, clean Sauvignon Blanc. It's unoaked, which allows the Meyer lemon, orange and guava fruit to star. There's a sweet vanilla taste that must come from the grapes. A beautiful, complex white wine to drink now.",Au Naturel,32,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2010 Au Naturel Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2010-au-naturel-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Brander 14.4,Red,US,"Dark, spicy and deeply flavored, this Cabernet is dense and concentrated in blackberry and cassis flavors, with a stony minerality at its core. The fruit is so ripely expansive, it tastes sweet on the finish, yet the wine is utterly dry. It's good now despite the hard mountain tannins, but should begin to blossom after 2014.",Bismark Mountain Vineyard,54,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanna 2007 Bismark Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2007-bismark-mountain-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hanna 12,Dessert,Portugal,A late-harvest white that brings sweet honey and lemon flavors together with spice from some wood aging and just the right amount of acidity.,Colheita Tardia,40,91,Douro,,,Quinta da Sequeira 2009 Colheita Tardia Malvasia Fina (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-sequeira-2009-colheita-tardia-other-white-malvasia-fina-douro/,Malvasia Fina,2009,Quinta da Sequeira 14.6,Red,US,"This is the winery's reserve bottling, representing the best five barrels of the vintage. Supple and refined, it frames its young berry fruit flavors in elegant tannins. Nicely focused and still a bit raw, this wine will reward some further years of aging.",Lorna-Marie,70,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Patton Valley 2009 Lorna-Marie Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patton-valley-2009-lorna-marie-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Patton Valley ,White,US,"Rounded out nicely (in contrast to the searingly tart 2008), this revels in stone fruits, pineapple, mixed citrus and racy acidity. It's a juicy, penetrating wine, vividly expressive and utterly refreshing.",,20,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Methven Family Vineyards 2009 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/methven-family-2009-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2009,Methven Family Vineyards 14.1,Red,US,"Run, don't walk, to get this Cab at this price. It's very rich and delicious, offering waves of cherries, raspberries, blackberries, chocolate, smoky oak and spices. Feels round and supple and soft in the mouth, making it fine for drinking now. Production was 4,400 cases.",Family Classic,20,91,California,North Coast,Napa-Sonoma-Lake,Raymond 2008 Family Classic Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa-Sonoma-Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2008-family-classic-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-napa-sonoma-lake/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Raymond 12.5,Rose,France,"Red fruits dominate this rich wine. It has great balance and a smooth texture, with red plum, loganberry and caramel flavors. With its structure, it could even age a year.",Grande Réserve Cru Classé,24,91,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Sainte Marguerite 2010 Grande Réserve Cru Classé Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-marguerite-2010-grande-reserve-cru-classe-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château Sainte Marguerite 13,Rose,France,"Old vines give just an extra edge of concentration to go with the balanced red berry fruits and a soft acidity. This fine wine has weight, some richness and a crisp final texture.",Vieilles Vignes,15,91,Provence,Côtes de Provence La Londe,,Domaine Saint-André de Figuière 2010 Vieilles Vignes Rosé (Côtes de Provence La Londe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-andre-figuiere-2010-vieilles-vignes-rose-cotes-londe/,Rosé,2010,Domaine Saint-André de Figuière 13.5,White,Portugal,"Wood-aged, sophisticated wine in homage to the present Countess of Santar. This is beautifully smooth with just a hint of oily texture, lime juice and sweet melon flavors. Worth aging another year to bring its great flavors together.",Casa de Santar Condessa de Santar,35,91,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2009 Casa de Santar Condessa de Santar White (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2009-casa-santar-condessa-santar-white-dao/,Portuguese White,2009,Dão Sul ,Red,US,"Full-bodied and aromatic, this richly scented wine beguiles with a mix of brambly fruit and cola highlights. Firm, ripe tannins suggest a sturdy wine ready for the cellar, which nonetheless lets the fruit shine through the peppery finish.",Hyland Vineyard,55,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Soléna 2009 Hyland Vineyard Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solena-2009-hyland-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2009,Soléna ,Red,US,"Grapes comes from a half dozen of the sources used for the winery's pricier single-vineyard bottlings; a good start. Despite its youth, there are no rough edges to this wine; it is soft, silky and utterly seductive. Plummy fruit mingles with streaks of chocolate and a whiff of red licorice, a rich vein of fruit and barrel, supported with well-tamed tannins.",,30,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Sineann 2009 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Sineann ,White,US,"The label includes the words “Original Vines” written along the side, a nod to the history of this limited reserve, gleaned from vines planted by founder David Lett in 1965. It's steely and sharp edged, with sculpted fruit and limited use of new oak. Cellarworthy and distinctive, this wine rewards your attention and patience with unexpected layers of detail.",Reserve,47,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,The Eyrie Vineyards 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2009-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,The Eyrie Vineyards 13,White,US,"Anyone making Grenache Blanc in California should be encouraged, Terre Rouge's version being a delightfully drinkable mix of apple and peach with a rich, full mouth that finishes crisp. Grown at high elevation (2,200 feet) on the Hawk Creek Vineyard in Sierra Foothills, a small production worth seeking out. And it's only 13% alcohol.",,20,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2009 Grenache Blanc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2009-other-white-grenache-blanc-sierra-foothills/,Grenache Blanc,2009,Terre Rouge 14.2,Red,US,"Very similar to the 2006, Kameron's '07 Bordeaux blend, which is based on Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, is upfront in blackberry, cherry, cassis, oak and spice flavors. It's quite tannic, with a puckery astringency that suggests needed time in the cellar. Better after 2014.",Cuvée Kristin Estate Blend,55,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Korbin Kameron 2007 Cuvée Kristin Estate Blend Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbin-kameron-2007-cuvee-kristin-estate-blend-red-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Korbin Kameron 14.5,Red,US,"Winemaker Chris Condos appears to have the magic touch when it comes to coaxing great wines out of organic grapes in Mendocino County and this blend of Carignan Petite Sirah, Charbono, Zinfandel and Grenache is pure testament to that, a bargain bottling full of lavender and plum that presents a magical balance between flavor and grip.",Harvester Red,18,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Horse & Plow 2009 Harvester Red Red (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2009-harvester-red-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Red Blend,2009,Horse & Plow 14,Red,US,"Nearly five years of age, and giving its best. Slowly losing berry fruit, it's turning dry and mushroomy. A fascinating, intricate Pinot Noir, Burgundian in framework, that should continue to interest over the next five years.",The Noble One,38,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Harmonique 2006 The Noble One Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harmonique-2006-noble-one-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Harmonique ,Red,US,"A clearly defined varietal nose greets you, and the wine enters the palate with authority and vigor. It is precision- sculpted, with nuances—well integrated—of earth and herb and a hint of stem. It's wrapped into elegant fruit flavors of plum and black cherry that fill in the finish.",Mineral Springs Ranch,48,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Soter 2008 Mineral Springs Ranch Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soter-2008-mineral-springs-ranch-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2008,Soter 12.5,White,Italy,"This beautiful Soave Classico (which is aged on the lees for a creamier, fuller style) delivers gorgeous density and persistency. The intensity the wine shows in the mouth is matched by fragrant notes of yellow rose, stone fruit and white almond.",Calvarino,30,91,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Pieropan 2009 Calvarino (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-2009-calvarino-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Pieropan 13,White,Italy,"Fruit is harvested from the La Rocca cru located directly behind the Castello di Soave, one of the most beautiful vineyards in Soave Classico. The wine opens with a rich golden color and aromas of mature fruit and peach. Now is the right moment to drink this wine.",La Rocca,30,91,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Pieropan 2008 La Rocca (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-2008-rocca-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Pieropan 13.8,White,US,"A very rich, flamboyant Chardonnay. Almost goes over the top in tropical fruit, vanilla custard and oak flavors, with a sweet finish. But crisp acidity and a steely minerality rein it in. Drink now.",Reserve du Domaine,30,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2009 Reserve du Domaine Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2009-reserve-domaine-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Laetitia 13.6,Red,US,"A gorgeous Pinot Noir for drinking over the next few years. It's dry and silky, with ripe raspberry, cherry and cola flavors finished with plenty of clove, cinnamon and white pepper spice. There's an earthy, mushroomy note that grounds it.",,37,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Williams Selyem 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Williams Selyem 14.3,Red,US,"A very rich, opulent Pinot Noir. It's almost as sweet as a dessert, like a cherry and chocolate tart, but it's actually quite dry. Crisp acidity gives it a balancing snap. Now–2014.",El Coro,52,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller 2008 El Coro Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-2008-el-coro-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Keller 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Named after the chapel of St Cátedra north of Lisbon, this is a powerful dark-colored wine with fruit aromas and a wood-laden palate. The wood goes with ripe damson fruit, while there is some freshening acidity. Age for another 2–3 years.",Vinha da Cátedra,25,91,Lisboa,,,Formigal 2007 Vinha da Cátedra Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/formigal-2007-vinha-catedra-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2007,Formigal 12.5,Rose,France,"From old vines on the Vignelaure estate, here is a concentrated wine, packed with fruit and acidity. There is weight, delicious spice and wild strawberry flavors. It is delicious, full and fruity.",La Source de Vignelaure,15,91,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Château Vignelaure 2010 La Source de Vignelaure Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vignelaure-2010-source-de-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2010,Château Vignelaure 12.5,Dessert,US,"Creamy, delicious flavors of pear tart lead this intense, focused, balanced sweet wine. The blend includes Sémillon, Sylvaner and Pinot Gris, from estate vineyards, and the alcohol reaches 12.5%—fairly high for a dessert wine, but indicative of the overall concentration and ripeness.",Sweet Simplicity,15,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2009 Sweet Simplicity White (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2009-sweet-simplicity-white-willamette-valley/,White Blend,2009,David Hill 14,Red,Portugal,"White and black is the name, but that hardly does justice to this richly ripe wine that fills the glass with its heady perfumes. Tannic, yes, but also fruity, with concentrated plum fruits and a tight structure. Age for 3–4 years.",Quinta do Encontro Preto Branco Reserva,15,91,Bairrada,,,Dão Sul 2008 Quinta do Encontro Preto Branco Reserva Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2008-quinta-encontro-preto-branco-reserva-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2008,Dão Sul 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Cabriz is the home estate of Dao Sul in the heart of the Dão region. This Reserva shows all the texture of the region's wines, with its granite feel, its firm and dry structure and its powerful fruit. An impressive wine, for aging",Cabriz Reserva,15,91,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2008 Cabriz Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2008-cabriz-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Dão Sul 14.5,Red,South Africa,"A gorgeous blend of 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 20% Shiraz and 20% Pinotage, this decadent red boasts intense notes of sweet smoke, cigar spice, black pepper and leather amidst the dark fruit core. The mouthfeel is lush and creamy with structured tannins that linger through the long chocolate-infused finish.",Faith,,91,Stellenbosch,,,Beyerskloof 2007 Faith Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beyerskloof-2007-faith-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2007,Beyerskloof 14,Red,Portugal,"An impressively solid, structured wine. It is filled with black plum fruits, while also showing firm tannins, signs of wood aging and great concentration.",Reserva,,91,Alentejano,,,Casa de Santa Vitoria 2007 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-santa-vitoria-2007-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Casa de Santa Vitoria 14.5,Red,US,"A flashy Cabernet, marked by its complex structure. Although fully dry, it has wildly ripe, sweet flavors of black cherries and cassis, accented with caramelized oak. At the age of nearly five, it seems best now and over the next four years for sheer vitality.",,60,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Raymond 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Raymond ,White,US,"Strongly oaky at first sniff, this barrel-fermented reserve went through complete malolactic fermentation and a year and a half of barrel aging. The complexity comes out as it breathes open, a mélange of nuanced fruit including guava, peach, pineapple and green apple. Skin phenolics (from whole-cluster pressing) add some bite to the lengthy finish.",Reserve,30,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2008-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Ponzi 13,Red,Portugal,"In recorded existence since 1498, Quinta de Pancas produces wonderfully balanced wine. This winemaker's selection is for aging, very dark and dense, powered with berry fruits and tight tannins. Who says it's impossible to find ageworthy wines at reasonable prices?",Quinta de Pancas Selecção do Enólogo,15,92,Lisboa,,,Companhia das Quintas 2008 Quinta de Pancas Selecção do Enólogo Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2008-quinta-pancas-seleccao-enologo-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,Companhia das Quintas ,Red,US,"A selection of prime, biodynamically farmed blocks from the estate vineyard, this Cowhorn reserve is elegant, detailed, rich and thoroughly captivating. Black cherry fruit is set in loamy earth flavors, soft and broadly displayed across the palate. Ripe without being in any way over the top, it brings in details of black tea, citrus, sandalwood and mocha. A complex wine of great finesse.",Reserve,45,92,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Cowhorn 2008 Reserve Syrah (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cowhorn-2008-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-applegate-valley/,Syrah,2008,Cowhorn 14,Red,Portugal,"The top of the range at Cortes de Cima and deservedly so. The wine is finely structured, with a feeling of restrained power. It has all the right elements of red plum, dry, dark tannins and prominent acidity, all in balance. Age for 3–4 years.",Reserva,60,92,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2008 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2008-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Cortes de Cima 14.6,Red,US,"A beautiful Merlot that shows how well this variety grows in a great vineyard on the Napa side of the Carneros appellation. It's rich and complex in cherry, spice and oak flavors, with an umami taste of cured meat, and the tannins are rich and firm. The wine shows the crisp, mouthwatering acidity of Carneros, especially in this cool vintage. Drink now–2013 for freshness.",Truchard Vineyard,65,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Carter 2008 Truchard Vineyard Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carter-2008-truchard-vineyard-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2008,Carter 14.3,White,US,"An elegant Chardonnay, brisk in acidity, with a firm minerality, like a lick of steel. It's very dry, but seems almost sweet, with a wealth of lime, pineapple, peach and green apple fruit that's perfectly ripe. Drink this flashy young wine now.",Sierra Mar Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Bernardus 2009 Sierra Mar Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2009-sierra-mar-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,Bernardus 13.8,White,US,"With zesty acidity, this is a bright, lively Chardonnay. It's very rich, offering waves of orange, green apple, pear and tropical fruit flavors, made firm with minerals. Drink this flashy Chardonnay over the next three years.",Native Yeast,48,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2009 Native Yeast Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2009-native-yeast-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Iron Horse 13.9,White,US,"A very rich, flamboyant Chardonnay, marked by ripe pineapple, orange and tropical fruit flavors, with buttery, oaky influences. There's a firm minerality underneath, while racy acidity adds balance.",Corral Vineyard,48,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2009 Corral Vineyard Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2009-corral-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Iron Horse 15,Red,US,"Strikes a nice balance between fat, rich, decadently ripe raspberry and date fruit, with a drink-me-now appeal, and a more serious undertow of tannins, mushrooms and pine. Give it a good decant, and focus on what's going on in the glass.",Zeigler Vineyard,28,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2006 Zeigler Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2006-zeigler-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Joseph Swan Vineyards 14.6,Red,US,"Always an underestimated wine, this 2007 from Hess Collection is a beautiful Cabernet. It's dry and balanced, and the blackberry and currant flavors have a pleasing earthiness. That old cliché, “food friendly,” definitely applies. Drink it now and over the next six years.",,48,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Hess Collection 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hess Collection 14.5,Red,France,"This is a lovely effort from a challenging vintage, offering up tarry notes that turn plummy and round with air. It's full-bodied without going over the top, with a long, concentrated finish framed by silky tannins. Drink now–2018.",Chloris,,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,La Bastide Saint Dominique 2008 Chloris Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bastide-saint-dominique-2008-chloris-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,La Bastide Saint Dominique 15.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Merlot, soft, elegant and classy. With richly textured tannins, it's ready to drink now, featuring raspberry, cherry, mocha and spice flavors. Alcohol is high, but balanced.",,42,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Arrowood 2007 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2007-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2007,Arrowood 14.5,Red,US,"A beautifully rich, elaborate, almost sweet Cabernet, so ripe and delicious you can drink it now. Wrapped into soft, complex tannins, it shows tiers of blackberries, cassis, plums, minerals and spices, with a strong, cedary coating of oak that's in keeping with the size of the wine.",Estate Reserve,85,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amizetta 2007 Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amizetta-2007-estate-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Amizetta 13.9,White,US,"A rich, crisp Chardonnay whose acidity provides welcome balance to the elaborate flavors. They include pineapples, tropical fruits and spices. The creamy texture lends a comforting warmth. Now–2013.",Rued Clone,48,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2009 Rued Clone Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2009-rued-clone-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Iron Horse 13,White,Italy,"This gorgeous Soave Classico boasts barrique-inspired aromas of toasted almond and vanilla cream with loads of mature melon, peach, apricot and honey. The wine opens with a bright golden color and offers a silky, smooth feeling on the close.",Vigneto du Lot,30,92,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Inama 2009 Vigneto du Lot (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inama-2009-vigneto-lot-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Inama 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Named after family members called Maria, this is a limited-edition wine, very smooth and rich, offering its character slowly. It has complex acidity, smoky tannins and a hugely dense extracted texture. It needs aging over 5–6 years.",Marias da Malhadinha,158,92,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2007 Marias da Malhadinha Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2007-marias-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 14,Red,Portugal,"Deep, black-colored wine, firm, serious and still young. It has power and concentration, dark berry fruits, herbal and spice flavors and a core of wood. This is a wine for long-term aging to soften the tannins.",Momentos,52,92,Douro,,,Luis Soares Duarte 2006 Momentos Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-soares-duarte-2006-momentos-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2006,Luis Soares Duarte 13.8,Red,US,"Biodynamically farmed, this young vineyard seems to improve with each new vintage. More and more you find an expression of soil details—delicate streaks of dried leaf, moist loam, a flavor of clay. The fruit is refined and perfectly ripe, without being fleshy. An elegant style, cellar-worthy but delicious already.",Schindler Vineyard,42,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sineann 2009 Schindler Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2009-schindler-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Sineann 14.5,Red,US,"Another small-production stunner from Terre Rouge, this Syrah is still young and tight but potentially potent. The wine opens with notes of white pepper and mushroom, dirt and earth, delving from there into herbs and plenty of berries. Very savory it will pair deliciously with Gruyère, bacon and mushroom, preferably all together in a quiche or tart.",Monarch Mine Vineyard,30,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2008 Monarch Mine Vineyard Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2008-monarch-mine-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2008,Terre Rouge 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Mining a rich vein of sweet black plum fruits, this is big and powerful while held together with firm tannins, very ripe fruit, a smoky wood character and a ripe, juicy finish. Age for 4–5 years.",Quinta de Cabriz Four C,80,92,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2007 Quinta de Cabriz Four C Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2007-quinta-cabriz-four-c-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2007,Dão Sul 13,Red,Portugal,"Want dense tannins? Then this your wine. Of course, it has much more than that. It has mineral-driven stone fruit flavors, a sense of terroir, of restrained power. It also has a serious side, and definite aging potential.",Escada,18,92,Douro,,,DFJ Vinhos 2007 Escada Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2007-escada-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,DFJ Vinhos 13.5,White,US,"A wonderful, amazingly rewarding wine, certainly one of California's best Albariños. If there's any oak at all, it's insignificant. What stars is brilliant Edna Valley acidity and racy flavors of citrus fruits, pears, white flowers and white peppery spices. The perfect cocktail wine.",Paragon Vineyard,17,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tangent 2009 Paragon Vineyard Albariño (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangent-2009-paragon-vineyard-albarino-central-coast-edna-valley/,Albariño,2009,Tangent 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Dense, dusty tannins are the hallmark of this powerful and impressive wine. It has great rich black fruit, spiced with wood, layered with bitter chocolate, plum skins and a dry core that promises good aging.",Tres Bagos Grande Escolha,,92,Douro,,,Lavradores de Feitoria 2007 Tres Bagos Grande Escolha Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavradores-feitoria-2007-tres-bagos-grande-escolha-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Lavradores de Feitoria 15.7,White,US,"An elegant, compelling Chardonnay, its fruit accented with lemon, honey and lime. Low cropping of Dijon clone 76 has concentrated the flavors (and the alcohol—a surprising 15.7%) without turning the wine into an overblown fat boy. Nuanced and long, it is one of the most satisfying Chardonnays to come out of Oregon in recent memory.",Crawford Beck Vineyard,24,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Seven of Hearts 2009 Crawford Beck Vineyard Chardonnay (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hearts-2009-crawford-beck-vineyard-chardonnay-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,Seven of Hearts 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Selected fruit and longer barrel aging are the hallmarks of this Reserva. With its bright mint flavors, well integrated into the firm tannins and plum skin fruits, this is a wine ready to age.",Padre Pedro Reserva,18,92,Tejo,,,Casa Cadaval 2007 Padre Pedro Reserva Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-cadaval-2007-padre-pedro-reserva-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2007,Casa Cadaval 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Appealing from the start, with minerality, crustiness and tight dark berry aromas. The palate is saturated and layered, with flavors of blackberry, coffee and chocolate. Offers grip and structure due to fine tannins, and it's ready to drink now.",Gran Reserva,35,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,DiamAndes 2007 Gran Reserva Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamandes-2007-gran-reserva-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,DiamAndes 13,Rose,France,"Textured, dry rosé that reveals its rich character slowly. The Sumeire family, making wine at Coussin for 200 years, has mastered the production of a serious, food-friendly style of rosé.",,20,92,Provence,Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire,,Château Coussin 2010 Rosé (Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coussin-2010-rose-cotes-sainte-victoire/,Rosé,2010,Château Coussin 14,Rose,France,"The wood-aged Garrus seems a contradiction in terms when described as a Provence rosé. But taste it and it makes complete sense with its rich fruits, only the slightest hint of toast and sweet crushed strawberry flavors. It is rounded, smooth, impressive.",Garrus,90,92,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château d'Esclans 2009 Garrus Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desclans-2009-garrus-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château d'Esclans 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A fascinating blend of five varieties, this solid, black wine shows structure, dense tannins, an enticing perfume and big, ripe fruits. The finish has acidity, but also those powerful tannins. Age for 4–5 years.",Rol de Coisas Antigas,30,92,Bairrada,,,Campolargo 2008 Rol de Coisas Antigas Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campolargo-2008-rol-coisas-antigas-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2008,Campolargo 14.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a big, still young wine. Its structure remains dominant, giving chewy tannins and concentration. The fruit is ripe, generous, just ready to bring its blackberry juice character forward. For aging over several years.",Reserva,,92,Douro,,,CARM 2007 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carm-2007-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,CARM 13.8,White,US,"With appealing pineapple, orange, pear and green apple flavors enhanced with the vanilla and buttered toast of oak, this is a delicious Chardonnay. Its bright acidity makes it clean and mouthwatering. It's as good as the winery's more expensive Chards, making it a relative bargain. Production was 4,200 cases.",Estate,27,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2009 Estate Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2009-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Iron Horse 14.4,Red,US,"The great '07s continue to roll out. Nearing four years of age, this Cabernet is quite soft, although it was probably soft to begin with. It's showing a few signs of age, with the rich, ripe, chocolaty flavors of blackberries, cherries and cassis beginning to dry out. Should continue to mellow in the bottle over the next six years.",,59,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Eponymous 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eponymous-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Eponymous 14,Red,Portugal,"Dominated by Touriga Nacional, this impressive and concentrated wine has a powerful structure, dark tannins, black stone fruit and layered wood. With its dense character, it is made for aging, and should be cellared for 4–5 years.",Grande Reserva,40,92,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2008 Grande Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2008-grande-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta de Ventozelo 14,Red,Portugal,"Almost black in color, this hugely concentrated wine is still young, closed up. There is no hiding the potential power of the structure and the richness, with the tannins guarding the fruit for the next few years.",Grande Reserva Savedra,,92,Douro,,,Quinta do Tedo 2007 Grande Reserva Savedra Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-tedo-2007-grande-reserva-savedra-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Tedo 14,Red,Portugal,"Like other wines in the Fronteira range, this is certainly powerful. It is also ripely smooth, its dark tannins wrapped in a velvet, dusty texture and ripe plum juice fruits. Important, complex wine.",Quinta da Fronteira Grande Escolha,45,92,Douro,,,Companhia das Quintas 2008 Quinta da Fronteira Grande Escolha Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2008-quinta-fronteira-grande-escolha-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Companhia das Quintas 14.5,Red,US,"Ripe and powerful in blackberry, cherry, cassis and sweet oak flavors, with a spicy finish, this blend, which is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, also is potent in tannins. It's a complex, nuanced wine, but is really too astringent for current consumption. Give it at least six years and try again.",JoLi Estate Vineyard,50,92,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2007 JoLi Estate Vineyard Meritage (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2007-joli-estate-vineyard-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast/,Meritage,2007,Clos La Chance 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A little bit hickory-dominated on the bouquet, but also giving balsamic notes, blackberry and chocolate mint. The palate is linear due to a streak of cutting acidity, while the palate is also snappy with wild raspberry and bright plum flavors and plenty of wood tannin. A toasty finish with espresso and chocolate is fine and long. Drink now through 2017.",Viña Cristina y Bibiana Coletto Single Vineyard,55,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2008 Viña Cristina y Bibiana Coletto Single Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2008-vina-cristina-bibiana-coletto-single-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Trapiche 13,White,Italy,"Past vintages of La Rocca have demonstrated Soave's potential for cellar aging, and this beautiful expression from the excellent 2009 vintage also shows a bright future ahead. The wine is redolent of yellow roses and stone fruit and offers a playfully spicy note at the end.",La Rocca,30,92,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Pieropan 2009 La Rocca (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-2009-rocca-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Pieropan 13,Red,France,"Not a typical Crozes-Hermitage, Jaboulet's Domaine de Roure is a showcase for what the appellation is capable of. In this vintage, it's a full-bodied yet not overly structured wine, with a huge Syrah nose of meat, pepper, plum and baking spices and lingering espresso and black olives on the finish. Drink now–2020.",Domaine de Roure,80,92,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2007 Domaine de Roure (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2007-domaine-roure-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2007,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 14.5,Red,France,"Chez Jaume, the family took the difficult decision not to produce its luxury Cuvée Origines in 2008. That old-vine juice ended up in this bottling, which no doubt accounts for its splendidly lush yet balanced midpalate and intense notes of cracked pepper, cassis and espresso. A great success for the vintage.",Domaine Grand Veneur,50,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2008 Domaine Grand Veneur Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2008-domaine-grand-veneur-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Alain Jaume et Fils 13.5,White,Italy,"Made with fruit from old vines, this is a rich and incredibly sophisticated expression of Soave Classico with wonderful density, intensity and lingering aromas of mature melon, stone fruit and almond. Its creamy richness persists on the palate.",Contrada Salvarenza Vecchie Vigne,35,92,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Gini 2007 Contrada Salvarenza Vecchie Vigne (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gini-2007-contrada-salvarenza-vecchie-vigne-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2007,Gini 14,Red,France,"Unusually for Châteaunuef-du-Pape, this wine is made up of 80% Syrah, with only 20% of the more typical Grenache. It's meaty and savory on the nose, blending those notes with cherries, leather, allspice and earth on the palate. Full but fresh, with a long finish. Drink now–2018.",Reserve,68,92,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Nalys 2008 Reserve Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nalys-2008-reserve-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine de Nalys 14.5,Red,Portugal,"From vineyards in the Douro Superior, this is a powerful wine showing its rugged terroir, with dark fruit and tannin, hints of wood aging and packed, concentrated flavors. From a great Douro vintage, this is worth cellaring over 3–4 years.",Fronteira Selecção de Enólogo,16,92,Douro,,,Companhia das Quintas 2007 Fronteira Selecção de Enólogo Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2007-fronteira-seleccao-de-enologo-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Companhia das Quintas 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Cocoa-dusted black cherry and berry aromas hit you first in the bouquet, followed by soft notes of black tea, violets and licorice shortly after. Full and rich in the mouth, the fruit is intense and juicy, framed by a lush but firm structure and balanced acidity hinting at the life that this wine still has to come. Long finish with a peppery back note.",Z,35,92,Stellenbosch,,,De Toren 2008 Z Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toren-2008-z-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,De Toren 14.8,White,US,"Lots of richness in this Chardonnay, in the form of pineapples, pears, peaches, nectarines and golden mangoes. But you'll also find a firm minerality that grounds it, and supportive acidity, like a squirt of lime. Oak adds the final touch of vanilla and caramel.",Rosella's Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Bernardus 2009 Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2009-rosellas-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,Bernardus 14,Red,Portugal,"Dark- colored wine, powered with Touriga Nacional over ripe wood and black fruit flavors. Big, firm and tannic, there's an herbal element that adds complexity to the rich, sweet fruit with its core of dryness.",Monte Vilar Grande Reserva,,92,Alentejano,,,Casa de Santa Vitoria 2007 Monte Vilar Grande Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-santa-vitoria-2007-monte-vilar-grande-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Casa de Santa Vitoria 14,Red,Portugal,"Smoky, toasty aromas follow through with ripe, smooth, wood-influenced fruit. The wine is dark, complex, packed with dusty tannins, ripe stone fruits and a dark core of dryness. Age for another 2–3 years.",Inevitável,,92,Alentejano,,,Casa de Santa Vitoria 2007 Inevitável Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-santa-vitoria-2007-inevitavel-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Casa de Santa Vitoria 14.9,Red,US,"This Cabernet comes from the Soda Canyon region of Napa Valley, which is a cool area in the Vaca Mountains, northeast of the city of Napa that is not an official appellation. The wine shows excellent structure, with firm tannins and a bite of acidity, and is very dry. The pure Cabernet flavors are of blackberries, cherries, cassis and green olives, with a kiss of oak. Seems like a wine to put away in the cellar.",Coliseum Block,125,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Carter 2008 Coliseum Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carter-2008-coliseum-block-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Carter 13.9,Red,US,"So good, you want to drain the bottle and ask for a second. With a silky texture and clean, vibrant acidity, its flavors range from wild cherries and raspberries to root beer and licorice and bacon, with a plethora of Indian spices. The touch of oak is smoky and deft. Drink over the next five years or so.",,46,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Williams Selyem 14,Red,Argentina,"Deep, dense Malbec with jammy aromas of blackberry and violet flowers. The palate is thick and meaty but not cloying or oaky, while the plum, berry and currant flavors are appealing. Textured and full, but also bright and healthy.",Barrel Select,14,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2008 Barrel Select Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2008-barrel-select-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Bodega Norton 14.6,White,US,"This is a rich Pinot Gris. Tastes like it had the full-bore Chardonnay treatment, with oak and lees, giving it a creamy, sweet mouthfeel. The tangerine, pineapple and vanilla bean flavors are brightened with brisk acidity.",Trenton Station,20,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2008 Trenton Station Pinot Gris (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2008-trenton-station-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Joseph Swan Vineyards 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Opens with tarry, cooked aromas but with airing, oak and ripe, earthy berry notes squeak out. The palate is chewy and solid, with extract and tannic grab as well as smoky, sultry flavors of roasted black fruits and bouillon. Meaty and satisfying.",,12,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Altos Las Hormigas 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altos-las-hormigas-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Altos Las Hormigas 14.5,White,US,"Drink this polished Chardonnay now with shellfish or chicken stew. It's crisp and minerally, with a hit of acidity backing up the citrus fruit, honey and vanilla oak flavors.",Reserve,26,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Simi 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2009-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Simi 13.5,White,Argentina,"Tropical aromas are fresh and clean, and overall this is an active, juicy wine with bright flavors of pineapple, melon and lime. There's pop, proper acids and drive to the finish; shows the good elements of the grape at an easy-to-swallow price.",Alta,9,88,Other,Tulum Valley,,Callia 2010 Alta Torrontés (Tulum Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callia-2010-alta-torrontes-tulum-valley/,Torrontés,2010,Callia 12.5,Rose,France,"Simple, fruity wine, its acidity a dominant feature. It gives a lively bright texture, with some piercing raspberry flavors. An apéritif style.",Cuvée Lampe de Méduse,28,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Sainte Roseline 2010 Cuvée Lampe de Méduse Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-roseline-2010-cuvee-lampe-meduse-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château Sainte Roseline 14.5,Red,US,"Zaca Mesa interestingly has released this less expensive Rhône-style blend after their pricier varieties from 2007. It's not clear why, but the wine is nice and soft, with resolved tannins and plenty of berry, cocoa and spice fruit. Drink it now as a classy everyday version of their Syrahs.",Z Cuvee,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2007 Z Cuvee G-S-M (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2007-z-cuvee-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,G-S-M,2007,Zaca Mesa 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Santa Margherita of Pinot Grigio fame brings us this tight expression of Prosecco with easy aromas of peach and citrus and a playful touch of sweetness on the close. This is a perfect wine to drink with friends on a lazy summer afternoon.,Brut,19,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Santa Margherita NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-margherita-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Santa Margherita 13,White,US,"A blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Gris. It's crisp and clean in acidity, with zesty flavors of pineapples, oranges, mangoes and vanilla. If only it were drier, the score would be much higher.",Cuvée Natalie,18,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2010 Cuvée Natalie White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2010-cuvee-natalie-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,White Blend,2010,Brander 14.5,Red,US,"A little bitter and rough around the edges, but a very delicious wine, with lots of cherry, red currant, liqueur, bacon, Dr. Pepper cola and cinnamon spice flavors. Give it a brief decant and drink now.",,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2008 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2008-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Conn Creek 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This pretty Extra Dry Prosecco (with a playful touch of sweetness) opens with bright aromas of peach, honey and jasmine and segues into a soft, creamy mouthfeel.",V Extra Dry,,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Vettori NV V Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vettori-nv-v-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Vettori 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Creamy and bright, this Extra Dry Prosecco opens with soft notes of white flower and stone fruit. The wine shows a supple but lasting feel in the mouth with loads of fruity after flavors.",Extra Dry,18,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Angelo Bortolin 2010 Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angelo-bortolin-2010-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Angelo Bortolin 13.9,Red,US,"Lots of ripe strawberries, raspberries and sweet smoky oak in this silky young Pinot Noir. It tastes a bit too extracted and jammy for subtlety, but sure does offer a mouthful of flavor.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,50,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Twomey 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twomey-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Twomey 13.5,Red,Portugal,"In a delicious, fruity vein, here are red berry fruits, spiced with nutmeg and toast and given structure by juicy sweet tannins. Drink now.",Chão das Rolas,10,86,Setubal,,,Herdade da Comporta 2009 Chão das Rolas Red (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-comporta-2009-chao-das-rolas-red-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2009,Herdade da Comporta 12.5,White,Italy,"An initial touch of sulphur blows off quickly to reveal aromas of apricot, sage and toasted almond. Soave Vigne di Mezzane would pair with steamed vegetable dumplings or fried rice.",Vigne di Mezzane,,86,Veneto,Soave,,Corte Sant' Alda 2009 Vigne di Mezzane (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-sant-alda-2009-vigne-mezzane-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2009,Corte Sant' Alda 12.5,White,Italy,"Easy, fresh citrus aromas of tangerine and lemon blossom characterize the bouquet at first. As this crisp white wine warms and evolves in the glass, it releases mature tones of melon and apricot.",,,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Domìni Veneti 2009 Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2009-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Domìni Veneti 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Luminous and light, this pristine Prosecco (executed in an “Extra Dry” or slightly sweet style) offers lively aromas of stone fruit and honey followed by creamy, soapy effervescence.",Colbelo Extra Dry,,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Merotto NV Colbelo Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merotto-nv-colbelo-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-132480/,Glera,,Merotto ,White,US,"Estate-grown and aged on the lees in stainless steel, with broad, mixed-fruit flavors that run from green banana through apples, peaches and pears. The wine feels just a little flat, as if it had lost a little freshness during bottling. Drink up.",,17,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,The Eyrie Vineyards 2009 Pinot Blanc (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2009-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Blanc,2009,The Eyrie Vineyards 14,Red,Argentina,"Earthy and a bit foresty on the nose, with a leather accent to the berry aromas. Full and reasonably sound across the palate, which offers baked berry and coffee flavors in front of a modest, leathery finish.",Reserva,12,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Santa Julia 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Spicy dark fruit aromas include notes of tobacco and mint along with mustard and/or horseradish. The palate is big and tannic, with a rough feel showcasing round, chunky berry and cassis flavors. Stays rough and tannic on the finish.",,20,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Rutini 10.5,Dessert,US,"This is so sweet, it has to be classified as a dessert wine. Shows honeyed flavors of tangerines and vanilla, and is balanced with zesty acidity.",,8,86,California,California Other,California,Redtree 2010 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redtree-2010-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2010,Redtree 13.9,Red,US,"A nice, rich Cabernet for drinking now. It's very ripe in blackberries, cherries, currants and cocoa, wrapped into smooth tannins. Has enough flash to impress.",R Collection Lot No 3,15,86,California,California Other,California,Raymond 2008 R Collection Lot No 3 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2008-r-collection-lot-no-3-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Raymond 14.5,Red,US,"Heavy and sweet, with jammy raspberry and cherry flavors. It's certainly ripe and attractive in flavor, but lacks vibrancy and zest. Drink now.",Annahala Vineyard,48,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Expression 39 2009 Annahala Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/expression-39-2009-annahala-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Expression 39 13.5,Red,US,"Diamond Ridge is a prolific grower of grapes in Lake County and is now offering a few of its own wines, including this promising Cabernet Franc, full of juicy, soft tannins and minerality that would go great with pork or duck. Aged 30 months in neutral French oak, it shows potential to age.",,24,86,California,Lake County,Lake County,Diamond Ridge Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Franc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-ridge-vineyards-2007-cabernet-franc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Diamond Ridge Vineyards 13,Red,Portugal,"A soft, gentle medium-weight wine with attractive acidity, fresh red berry fruits and light tannins. Ready to drink.",Vinha Conchas,9,86,Lisboa,,,Quinta da Cortezia 2009 Vinha Conchas Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-cortezia-2009-vinha-conchas-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta da Cortezia 15,Red,US,"Nothing at all like Chianti. More like a dessert wine, sweet and soft, with cherry, chocolate and spice flavors. The tannins are pretty, but the wine ultimately is simple.",,55,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2008 Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2008-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,2008,Pride Mountain 13.8,Red,US,"Nice aromatics on this Châteauneuf-du-Pape-inspired Rhône blend from the Sierra Foothills, the Grenache and Syrah providing the strawberry and white pepper, the Mourvèdre and Cinsault commanding more savory and leather tones. A touch out of balance on the finish.",Fleur De Montagne,24,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Sierra Vista 2008 Fleur De Montagne Red (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-vista-2008-fleur-montagne-red-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Sierra Vista 12.5,White,Italy,"Pretty freshness and spicy tones of fresh herb and chopped mint characterize the initial nose of Corte Menini Soave Classico. With more time in the glass, the wine reveals warmer tones of peach and honey.",Corte Menini,17,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Le Mandolare 2010 Corte Menini (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-mandolare-2010-corte-menini-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Le Mandolare 13.5,Red,US,"A sweetly fruity, properly made Cabernet. Nothing wrong with it, but nothing to get excited about. Shows good blackberry and cassis flavors, with a touch of oak.",Blend #5,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tyler Florence 2008 Blend #5 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyler-florence-2008-blend-5-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Tyler Florence 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A bit warm and baked on the nose, with aromas of fruit cake and pastry. The palate is full-bodied and chewy, with ripe, sweet black fruit flavors that finish with vanilla and chocolate.",Urban Uco,14,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2009 Urban Uco Malbec-Tempranillo (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2009-urban-uco-red-blend-malbec-tempranillo-uco-valley/,Malbec-Tempranillo,2009,O. Fournier 13.5,White,US,"One of the lusher, richer Pinot Gris on the market. It's dry and crisp in Central Coast acidity, with ripe citrus, peach, vanilla and honey flavors. On the downside is a sugary sweetness that makes it almost a dessert wine.",Estate,18,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2010 Estate Pinot Gris (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2010-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Gris,2010,Laetitia 14.5,White,US,"The fruity flavors of pineapples, mangoes and papayas burst from this wine, with a rich layer of smoky, caramelized oak. Almost as sweet as a dessert pastry, it's made to appeal to the popular Chardonnay palate.",,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,William Hill Estate 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Big, tannic wine, showing some dark-hued fruit, layered acidity, with spice, licorice and final freshness. Screwcap.",Aya Intense,,86,Alentejano,,,Logowines 2008 Aya Intense Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/logowines-2008-aya-intense-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Logowines 13.5,White,Argentina,"Tropical aromas of lychee and melon are bright but a little oily. The palate is round and honest in feel and acidity, with pineapple, lemon, tangerine and lychee flavors. Sweet and spunky on the finish; drink immediately.",,13,86,Other,La Rioja,,Montepio 2010 Torrontés (La Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montepio-2010-torrontes-rioja/,Torrontés,2010,Montepio 13.5,White,US,"A little on the sugary sweet side, but nice in acidity, with very rich orange, kiwi, lime, peach and green apple flavors. Easy to find, with more than 21,000 cases produced.",Diamond Collection Yellow Label,15,86,California,California Other,California,Francis Coppola 2010 Diamond Collection Yellow Label Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-coppola-2010-diamond-collection-yellow-label-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Francis Coppola 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Brut expression of Prosecco is easy and tight in the mouth with fresh floral fragrances of jasmine and white rose as well as fruity tones of stone fruit and lemon. The mouthfeel is tight, sharp and compact.",Cuvée Rustot Brut,15,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Il Follo NV Cuvée Rustot Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-follo-nv-cuvee-rustot-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Il Follo 13,White,Italy,"This Soave Classico opens with intense aromas of banana, pear, pineapple and ripe melon. The aromas are on the mature and heavy side, but the wine does deliver more freshness in the mouth. Drink now.",Ca' de Napa,,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Domìni Veneti 2008 Ca' de Napa (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2008-ca-napa-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Domìni Veneti 13,Rose,France,"Light, with a slight prickle of freshness, this is a soft, rounded wine, well balanced with warm acidity. Caramel and creamed berries give a ripe feel.",Les Trois Chênes,10,86,Provence,Vin de Pays Var,,Domaines Duffort 2010 Les Trois Chênes Rosé (Vin de Pays Var),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-duffort-2010-trois-chenes-rose-vin-pays-var/,Rosé,2010,Domaines Duffort 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Red plum and strawberry are the main attraction in this fruit-forward wine, with secondary notes of crushed violets and soft black pepper. The mouth is velvety with fine tannins and medium acidity, followed by a clean, medium-length finish. Drink now.",DMZ,15,86,Western Cape,,,DeMorgenzon 2009 DMZ Syrah (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demorgenzon-2009-dmz-shiraz-syrah-syrah-western-cape/,Syrah,2009,DeMorgenzon 13,Red,Argentina,"Perfumed, floral aromas lead to a juicy, slightly lean palate with berry and plum flavors. Plump and sturdy, with lifting acids and a secure body. Nothing spectacular but at least it's not heavy and grinding like Bonarda can be.",Grand Reserve,15,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2009 Grand Reserve Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2009-grand-reserve-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2009,Cruz Alta 12.5,White,Italy,"Castello Soave Classico boasts fragrant tones of jasmine, honeysuckle and lemon blossom over a clean but streamlined mouthfeel. The easy texture of this white wine makes it a good pairing candidate to vegetarian Indian dishes.",Castello,,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Cantina del Castello 2010 Castello (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-castello-2010-castello-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Cantina del Castello 14,Red,Argentina,"Ripe and clean smelling, with berry fruit aromas and a pinch of spice. The palate is medium-bodied and just dense enough, with dark, slightly roasted flavors of blackberry and plum. Fresh and tight; covers the basics.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Bodega Norton 12.5,White,Italy,"This well-priced Soave Classico offers simple floral and fruity aromas with a slightly fragrant or soapy edge. In the mouth, the wine delivers density and very nice freshness.",Bassanella,10,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Bixio 2010 Bassanella (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bixio-2010-bassanella-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Bixio 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A bit slow to start, this bright Prosecco slowly unveils aromas of white flower and fresh peach. In the mouth, it deliver bright freshness and spicy effervescence.",Dry,19,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bortolotti NV Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-nv-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Bortolotti 12,Rose,France,"Austere, minerally and fresh, with delicate aromas of strawberry and lime. A lightweight summer rosé made of 100% Syrah from the northern Rhône.",Syrah,10,86,Rhône Valley,Vin de Pays des Collines Rhodaniennes,,Cave de Tain 2010 Syrah Rosé (Vin de Pays des Collines Rhodaniennes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-2010-syrah-rose-vin-pays-collines-rhodaniennes/,Rosé,2010,Cave de Tain 13.5,Red,US,"This is the kind of wine that negociant Don Sebastiani & Sons produces so well. For an everyday price, you get a pretty nice Cabernet, dry and spicy, with a good punch of berry fruit.",,12,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,SKN 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skn-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,SKN 15,Red,US,"Sweetly extracted and complex in blackberry, cherry, blueberry, currant, licorice, cocoa, bacon and spice flavors, this smooth Petite Sirah is ready to drink now. It's very rich, in the way of Paso Robles reds, and soft, with 15.6% alcohol by volume.",Fore,49,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2008 Fore Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2008-fore-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2008,Vina Robles 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Jammy berry and plum aromas offer vanilla on the side. The palate is juicy, fresh and full, while the flavors suggest roasted berry, a light leafy quality and herbs. Healthy, stout and peppery/spicy on the finish.",Paso de Piedra,20,87,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2008 Paso de Piedra Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2008-paso-piedra-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2008,Viña Alicia 13.8,White,US,"Fruity and oaky, with pineapple, mango, tangerine, vanilla and buttered toast flavors. Shows lots of the same characteristics of far more expensive Chardonnays, which makes it a good buy.",R Collection Lot No 3,15,87,California,California Other,California,Raymond 2008 R Collection Lot No 3 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2008-r-collection-lot-no-3-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Raymond 14.5,White,South Africa,"Soft and light on the nose with delicate aromas of raspberry and red cherry. The palate shows a bit more heft, with more concentrated flavors of juicy red plum flesh and berry mash laced with graham cracker and crushed iris petal accents. The structure is firm but balanced; drink now or hold for another year.",,13,87,Coastal Region,,,Porcupine Ridge 2009 Syrah (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porcupine-ridge-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-coastal-region/,Syrah,2009,Porcupine Ridge 14,Red,South Africa,"Jammy black fruit and berry notes lead the way on this Merlot, with supporting notes of tree bark and black tea. The medium-full mouth offers more juicy dark fruit flavors and dusty tannins that linger through the close. Drink now.",,28,87,Paarl,,,Plaisir De Merle 2008 Merlot (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plaisir-merle-2008-merlot-paarl/,Merlot,2008,Plaisir De Merle 14.7,Red,US,"Here's a pretty Pinot, direct and appealing for its range of fruit. Shows raspberry, cherry and persimmon flavors, uplifted by bright acidity. Drink it now.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Santa Barbara Winery 2009 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Santa Barbara Winery 13.5,White,US,"Quite dry, nicely structured, and sporting generous, fresh acidity, this food-friendly Pinot Gris has moderately ripe fruit flavors that emphasis citrus and lemon rind. The alcohol is just 13.5%.",Estate,15,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Tyee 2009 Estate Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyee-2009-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Tyee 13.5,White,Argentina,"White fruit aromas are as expected and clean, with no faux oak, weight or interference. The palate is round but nicely acidic, with cutting texture and sweet, lightly creamy flavors of sweet peach, apple and butter. Turns slightly oaky late, with butterscotch and spice.",Reserve,19,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Salentein 2010 Reserve Chardonnay (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2010-reserve-chardonnay-uco-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Salentein 14,Red,Portugal,"A firmly tannic wine, expressing an herbal mineral character in its dense texture and grainy black currant fruit. It's firm, dry, the fruit needing another year to show through.",Tinto,15,87,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2008 Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2008-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta de Ventozelo 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Black and charred at first, with licorice, asphalt and a touch of bacon on the bouquet. The palate is soft, soupy and round, with ripe, saturated berry and fig flavors. Finishes spicy and full, with chewy tannins and ample extract.",Oak Cask,10,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2009 Oak Cask Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2009-oak-cask-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Trapiche 13.5,Red,US,"Made from Syrah and Grenache grown in four Monterey vineyards, this is quite a nice red wine for drinking with roasts. It's fresh and dry, with berry, tobacco and spice flavors. Ready now.",Cotes du Crow's,18,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2009 Cotes du Crow's Red (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2009-cotes-crows-red-central-coast-monterey/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Morgan ,Red,Argentina,"Full and warm aromas of bacon, moss and black fruits set up a round, solid palate with dark plum, berry, herb and olive flavors. Finishes more dry and savory than jammy and fruity, with a final dose of herbs.",,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2008 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2008-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2008,Pascual Toso 14.8,Red,US,"An engaging wine from an old variety, hardly grown anymore in California. It's soft and dense in tannins, with spicy flavors of cherries and a bitter, earthy taste that brings to mind carob. Try as an interesting alternative to Zinfandel.",Frediani Vineyard,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,OnThEdge 2007 Frediani Vineyard Charbono (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/onthedge-2007-frediani-vineyard-italian-red-charbono-napa-valley/,Charbono,2007,OnThEdge 14.4,Red,Argentina,"Fiery stuff with aromas that suggest cheese and leather. The mouth has a forward feel and then leafy, herbal berry flavors with sides of compost and leather. Lightly herbal on the finish, and while it's big, sweet and chunky, it doesn't click to the maximum.",D.O.C. Single Vineyard,25,87,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Luigi Bosca 2008 D.O.C. Single Vineyard Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2008-doc-single-vineyard-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2008,Luigi Bosca 13.5,White,Italy,"Thanks to careful oak aging, Monte Zoppega is a dense, aromatic Soave Classico with lingering tones of butter, almond, melon and apricot. The natural density here would pair with chicken in cream sauce.",Monte Zoppega,14,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Nardello 2008 Monte Zoppega (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nardello-2008-monte-zoppega-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Nardello 13,White,Italy,"Slightly aged, this golden Soave Classico ushers forth aromas of apricot, honey and dried grass and would make a good companion to pasta with broccoli and ricotta cheese. The mouthfeel is tart and creamy.",Casette Foscarin,22,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Monte Tondo 2008 Casette Foscarin (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-tondo-2008-casette-foscarin-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Monte Tondo 14.8,Red,US,"A pure Cabernet aged in 100% new French oak with soft tannins, rich textures and inviting aromas of herbs, flowers and mushrooms. Worth checking out if you're interested in what Temecula Valley can do.",Vista Del Monte Vineyard Reserve,65,87,California,South Coast,Temecula Valley,Monte De Oro 2006 Vista Del Monte Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Temecula Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-oro-2006-vista-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-south-coast-temecula-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Monte De Oro 13.5,Rose,France,"This starts off as a deceptively simple berry-cocktail sort of rosé, but then adds lime and crushed stone on the finish to provide added interest and refreshment. Drink now.",,10,87,Rhône Valley,Vin de Pays des Cévennes,,Domaine de Gournier 2010 Rosé (Vin de Pays des Cévennes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gournier-2010-rose-vin-pays-cevennes/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de Gournier 14.5,Red,US,"A solid red blend of mostly Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon, with a little Petite Sirah. It's very fruity, with waves of blackberries, cherries and currants, and a bacony, sweet cedar edge of toast.",Director's Cut Cinema,32,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Francis Ford Coppola 2008 Director's Cut Cinema Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2008-directors-cut-cinema-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2008,Francis Ford Coppola 13.5,Red,US,"Light and clean, this is a gentle take on Pinot Noir, comparable to a modest Bourgogne from a big shipper such as Bouchard. The alcohol rests comfortably at 13.5%, and the wine is done in a fruit-forward, drink-now style that fits the price point.",Oregon,20,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 2009 Oregon Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2009-oregon-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Erath 12,White,Italy,"This is an extremely bright and fresh white wine that delivers easy aromas of orange blossom, passion fruit and honey. It's a very fragrant and floral interpretation of your standard Soave.",Roncathe,13,87,Veneto,Soave,,Corte Moschina 2010 Roncathe (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-moschina-2010-roncathe-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Corte Moschina 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A wine that combines extreme fruitiness with more complex layers of wood, licorice, ripe spice, blackberries and a firm core of tannins.",Monte da Cal,10,87,Alentejano,,,Dão Sul 2008 Monte da Cal Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2008-monte-cal-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Dão Sul 13,Red,Portugal,"Red fruits and spice along with mineral acidity give this wine interest as well as freshness. Juiciness dominates, with subdued tannins behind the wall of fruit. Age maybe for 1–2 years.",,10,87,Douro,,,Castello d'Alba 2009 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalba-2009-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Castello d'Alba 12.5,White,Portugal,"Attractive oily, fruity and fresh wine, mineral with green plum flavors touched with lemon. For drinking now to preserve its bright, ripe character.",Branco,11,87,Douro,,,Castello d'Alba 2009 Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalba-2009-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Castello d'Alba ,White,US,"Honeysuckle, pear and limoncello flavors create a unique, fruit-driven, luscious wine with plenty of natural acidity. It hints at exotic, tropical fruit without being buried in it. The alcohol is just 10.5%, but the wine tastes much bigger.",,10,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Airlie 2009 Müller-Thurgau (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airlie-2009-other-white-muller-thurgau-willamette-valley/,Müller-Thurgau,2009,Airlie 12.5,White,Italy,This luminous Soave Classico offers linear notes of savory dried herb and mineral backed by peach and apricot. The medium density and compact mouthfeel would match coleslaw salad.,Monte Alto,39,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Ca' Rugate 2009 Monte Alto (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2009-monte-alto-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Ca' Rugate 13.5,White,US,"No oak on this wine, just free run juice, offering a pure expression of the vineyard. The flavors are of pineapple, lemons, limes and green apples, accented with crisp acidity. The finish is sugary sweet.",Purisima Mountain,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2010 Purisima Mountain Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2010-purisima-mountain-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Brander 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Bortolotti has a well-earned reputation for steady, classic expressions of Prosecco exemplified by this luminous Extra Dry. Aromas here include spring flower, melon and white peach.",Extra Dry,19,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bortolotti NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-132496/,Glera,,Bortolotti 12.5,White,Italy,Sweet jasmine and floral aromas make this Soave Classico Superiore (which sees three months in large oak casks) a perfect companion to Thai noodles with fragrant basil. The wine ends with a soft note of honey and peach.,Capitel al Pigno,12,87,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Bixio 2009 Capitel al Pigno (Soave Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bixio-2009-capitel-al-pigno-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico-superiore/,Garganega,2009,Bixio 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Enhanced by an attractive bottle and packaging, Belcanto Extra Dry delivers the goods on the inside of the bottle as well. This fresh Prosecco is redolent of peach, citrus and honey.",Belcanto Extra Dry,18,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bellussi NV Belcanto Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellussi-nv-belcanto-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Bellussi 13.5,Red,France,"Laden with black cherries alongside hints of leather and spice, this blend of 50% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 20% Carignan is mouthfilling and a bit warm, ending with softly dusty tannins. Drink now.",Gold Label,10,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Barton & Guestier 2009 Gold Label Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2009-gold-label-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Barton & Guestier 14.4,Red,US,"A rich, chocolaty Cabernet, sweet in glycerine, blackberry jam and toast flavors, brushed with spices. Good tannins and acids, but it's a bit on the sweet side.",Montecillo Vineyard,48,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Keating 2008 Montecillo Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keating-2008-montecillo-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Keating 12.5,White,Italy,"Aged only in stainless steel, this pretty Soave Classico never the less offers roundness, softness and sophistication in the form of apricot and yellow rose.",Sacripante,20,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Le Battistelle 2007 Sacripante (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-battistelle-2007-sacripante-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2007,Le Battistelle 14.6,Red,US,"A bit over the top in fruity extraction, a bomb blast of sweet raspberry, cherry and blackberry jam. It's almost like a dessert wine. Yet there's a lot of tannins and acidity, and who knows? It could do interesting things. At this price, buy a bottle and stick it in the cellar for six years.",Trenton Estate Vineyard,22,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2005 Trenton Estate Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2005-trenton-estate-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2005,Joseph Swan Vineyards 14.4,Red,US,"A robust Syrah, simple and direct, but loaded with flavor, with classic tannins and fine coastal acidity. It's power-packed with blackberries, currants, leather and loads of savory baking spices. Drink now.",SRH,23,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lafond 2009 SRH Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2009-srh-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2009,Lafond 13.8,Red,US,"A solid Pinot Noir, silky and rich in raspberry, cherry and smoky oak flavors. Notable for its silky texture and balancing acidity, it's a lovely wine to drink now and over the next few years.",,50,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Twomey 2009 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twomey-2009-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Twomey 12,Rose,France,"Ripe and soft, with a caramelized raspberry flavor. The wine tastes full, spicy and rich, despite its lower alcohol. With its texture, it is for food.",,10,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Montaud 2010 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montaud-2010-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château Montaud 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a new name in Prosecco that makes a lovely addition to this popular category of Italian sparkling wine. Aromas of talc powder, pear and Golden Delicious apple characterize this bright, pristine bubbly.",Brut,18,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Borgoluce NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgoluce-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Borgoluce 13,Rose,France,"Fresh and zesty, with slightly confected, bubble-gum-like aromas balanced by bright lime notes and even a bit of chalk-dust minerality to add grip and interest on the finish. Drink now.",,12,87,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Grande Cassagne 2010 Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grande-cassagne-2010-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2010,Château Grande Cassagne ,Red,US,"Pie cherry and raspberry fruit flavors open, with gentle barrel notes of toast and caramel. Balanced and light, this has a pleasing elegance, though a quick finish suggests a lack of depth.",Love Puppets,30,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2008 Love Puppets Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2008-love-puppets-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Brandborg 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Ripe, fruity and jammy on the nose, with smokiness and earth to go with standard berry aromas. The palate leans towards full and jammy, with sweet berry and mild spice flavors. Chunky and full-bodied, but for the most part it gets things right.",Reserva,16,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argento 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argento-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Argento 12,White,Italy,"Spaghetti con vongole (clams) is an appropriate pairing partner for this luminous white wine from northern Italy. Aged only in stainless steel, this Soave Classico delivers clean aromas of peach, citrus and honey.",Vin Soave,15,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Inama 2009 Vin Soave (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inama-2009-vin-soave-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Inama 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Very juicy wine, with fresh berry fruits and relatively soft tannins. The wine has acidity, a dry leather edge and a softer, sweeter finish.",Tinto,20,87,Setubal,,,Herdade da Comporta 2007 Tinto Red (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-comporta-2007-tinto-red-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2007,Herdade da Comporta 14.6,Red,US,"Rich and silky, but a little heavy and soft. The polished cherry, raspberry, red currant, cola and bacon flavors are delicious, even complex, with an array of spices, and there's a lovely mouthfeel of silk and satin. But there's a certain direct quality. Drink now.",Jenkins Vineyard,70,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2009 Jenkins Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2009-jenkins-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lynmar 13.6,Red,US,"Here's a rich, spicy Pinot Noir for drinking now. Dry and silky, it has plenty of ripe raspberry, cherry, cola and rhubarb fruit, with a good application of sweetly toasted oak. Could be a little crisper, which limits ageworthiness.",,50,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Twomey 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twomey-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Twomey 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Vincenzo Toffoli's Extra Dry Prosecco delivers a playful touch of sweetness that would pair with salty foods or savory appetizers. The sparkling wine boasts a clear, compact style with a touch of crisp acidity on the close.",Millesimato Extra Dry Rive di Refrontolo,,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Toffoli 2010 Millesimato Extra Dry Rive di Refrontolo (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toffoli-2010-millesimato-extra-dry-rive-refrontolo-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Toffoli 14.5,White,US,"Lots of sweet, smoky oak on this wine, with flavors of pineapples, peaches, limes, vanilla and honey. It's balanced with crisp acidity. Drink now.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanford 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Sanford 13.5,White,South Africa,"This blend of 38% Sauvignon Blanc, 44% Sémillon and 13% Viognier is ripe but balanced with brisk acidity and lively citrus flavors against the tropical fruit and melon backbone. Prickly grapefruit flavors dominate the mouthwatering finish. Drink now.",The Honey Pot,15,87,Stellenbosch,,,Edgebaston 2010 The Honey Pot White (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgebaston-2010-honey-pot-white-stellenbosch/,White Blend,2010,Edgebaston 13.5,Red,France,"This medium-bodied, cheerful blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah displays likeable peppery notes accenting bright cherry fruit. It's dangerously easy to drink. Best now and over the next year or so.",Roc-Epine,13,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Lafond 2008 Roc-Epine Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lafond-2008-roc-epine-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine Lafond 14,Red,Portugal,"A ripe, lively wine that manages to restrain its generosity with smoky tannins, great blackberry fruits and balancing acidity. Ready to drink now.",,45,87,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2008 Trincadeira (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2008-portuguese-red-trincadeira-alentejano/,Trincadeira,2008,Cortes de Cima 14.5,Red,US,"You'll find a nice, silky texture on this Pinot Noir, as well as lush flavors of cherries, raspberries, cola, sweet tobacco and dusty baking spices. There's some sharpness all the way through that detracts.",Erwin Vineyard,50,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 2008 Erwin Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2008-erwin-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Clos La Chance 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Sweet black plum, licorice and anise aromas are soft yet nice. The palate, however, is more clacky, with jammy, reduced flavors of syrupy berry and sappy tannins. Jammy and saturated on the finish as well; tons of berry and size, but not perfectly balanced.",Cosecha Nocturna,17,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Domiciano de Barrancas 2007 Cosecha Nocturna Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domiciano-barrancas-2007-cosecha-nocturna-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Domiciano de Barrancas 13.9,White,US,"If you drink this wine too cold, you'll miss the nuances behind the pineapple, orange and spice flavors. There's a minerally undertow, and some interesting herbal notes.",,16,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Girard 14.9,White,US,"A rich, oaky Chardonnay, overwhelming in buttered toast, caramel, pineapple jam, crème brûlée and cinnamon spice flavors. If you're looking for a big, strong Chardonnnay, it's for you.",Kali Hart Estate Grown,19,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Talbott 2009 Kali Hart Estate Grown Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2009-kali-hart-estate-grown-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2009,Talbott 13.5,White,US,"Delicious flavors in this blend of Grenache Blanc, Viognier, Roussanne and Marsanne. Rich in apricots, oranges and honeysuckles, it's a little soft and sweet, but fancy. Drink now.",Patelin de Tablas Blanc,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2010 Patelin de Tablas Blanc White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2010-patelin-blanc-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Tablas Creek 13.7,Red,US,"Give this young wine a decanting to let some initial mustiness blow off. Afterwards, it's soft and earthy, with a sweet core of black cherries and oak. Should develop over the next 4–5 years.",Beresini Vineyard,34,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Stomping Girl 2009 Beresini Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stomping-girl-2009-beresini-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Stomping Girl 14,Red,France,"A bit anonymous, but for a big-production négoce blend from a difficult vintage, you could do a lot worse. Plums and black cherries predominate, but tinges of cinnamon and earth peek through. Tannins are soft; drink now.",,25,87,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Clerget 2008 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clerget-2008-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Clerget 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Matiú Brut is a very beautiful Prosecco with delicate floral and peach aromas offset by fresh, tonic effervescence. Pair this wine with crab cakes or shrimp cocktail.",Matiú Brut,20,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,L'Antica Quercia 2009 Matiú Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantica-quercia-2009-matiu-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,L'Antica Quercia 14.2,Red,US,"Spicy and briary, almost like Zinfandel, which gives this Merlot a somewhat rustic feel. But it's rich in raspberries, cherries, currants and toast. Drink it now.",Reserve Selection,23,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2007 Reserve Selection Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2007-reserve-selection-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Raymond 13,Red,Portugal,"Powerful tannins push the wine forward to a more fruity, spicy hinterland, where the red cherry acidity prevails.",Quinta de São Francisco,,87,Obidos,,,Sanguinhal 2008 Quinta de São Francisco Red (Obidos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguinhal-2008-quinta-sao-francisco-red-obidos/,Portuguese Red,2008,Sanguinhal 14.5,Red,US,"Michael David's big, juicy, crowd-pleasing red blend, with minority amounts of Syrah, Carignan, Cinsault, Tannat, Souzou, Cab Franc, Mourvèdre and Petite Sirah, was aged in French oak for over three years. Soft and ready to drink now, with a touch of sweet cherry cola.",,18,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Incognito 2008 Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/incognito-2008-red-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,2008,Incognito 12,White,Italy,"Some creamy yeasty tones are supported by background notes of banana and apricot and give this Soave Classico a rich, generous mouthfeel. Pair this wine with pasta, eggplant sauce and mozzarella.",Vin Soave,15,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Inama 2010 Vin Soave (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inama-2010-vin-soave-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Inama 14.6,Red,US,"Tastes like Zinfandel, a tannic, dry, spicy wine with blackberry, cherry, currant tobacco and leather flavors. Lots of richness here, and it wears its high alcohol well. Enjoy with barbecue.",Block 24,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2008 Block 24 Primitivo (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2008-block-24-zinfandel-primitivo-napa-valley/,Primitivo,2008,Hendry 14,Red,Portugal,"This second wine from Dão Sul's Douro quinta shows the bright fruity side of the region. It's a lively, fresh, red fruit flavored wine, with soft tannins and a ready to drink feel.",Quinta das Tecedeiras Flor de Tecedeiras,15,87,Douro,,,Dão Sul 2008 Quinta das Tecedeiras Flor de Tecedeiras Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2008-quinta-das-tecedeiras-flor-tecedeiras-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Dão Sul 13,Rose,France,"A particularly fresh and refreshing wine, with the cleanest acidity, attractive red fruits and grapefruit juice. A great apéritif style. Screwcap.",Rouvière,14,87,Provence,Coteaux Varois,,Château Routas 2010 Rouvière Rosé (Coteaux Varois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-routas-2010-rouviere-rose-coteaux-varois/,Rosé,2010,Château Routas 14.5,Red,US,"A lighter style Pinot Noir, silky, spicy and dry. It's delicious in raspberries, cherries, red currants and cola. Made for drinking now.",Effort,26,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Center of Effort 2008 Effort Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/effort-2008-center-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Center of Effort 14,Red,Portugal,"Ripe and juicy, full of blueberry fruit flavors, very smooth and velvet while also shot through with acidity. A delicious, ripe wine that is ready to drink now.",Tinto,,87,Alentejano,,,Casa de Santa Vitoria 2008 Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-santa-vitoria-2008-tinto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Casa de Santa Vitoria 13,White,Italy,"Sereole is a clean and linear Soave with aromas of wildflower, talc powder and honeysuckle. The wine does show a silky texture with a crisp, citrusy close.",Sereole,,87,Veneto,Soave,,Bertani 2010 Sereole (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2010-sereole-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Bertani 12.5,Rose,France,"Clean, very fresh, very crisp. There is some body to it, with green herbal flavors and red plum juice. The finish is packed with acidity.",MIP Made in Provence,19,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Sainte Lucie 2010 MIP Made in Provence Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sainte-lucie-2010-mip-made-in-provence-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Domaine Sainte Lucie 13,Red,France,"Plummy and savory, this plump, supple-textured wine is a blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Mourvèdre. It offers an easygoing mouthful of fruit in an early-drinking style.",,25,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Pierre Usseglio et Fils 2008 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pierre-usseglio-fils-2008-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine Pierre Usseglio et Fils 12.5,White,Italy,"There's a fine, pristine quality to this Soave Classico that translates into aromas of lively peach and crisp citrus. This luminous white wine has the natural density to match Salad Niçoise with extra vinaigrette.",Monte Fiorentine,33,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Ca' Rugate 2009 Monte Fiorentine (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2009-monte-fiorentine-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Ca' Rugate 14.1,Rose,US,"The label says it's dry, but it's not really. There's a jammy sweetness to the apricot, orange and strawberry flavors. But there's also plenty of cleansing acidity. Drink now with pork, ham and smoked sausage dishes.",Dry,26,87,California,California Other,California,Azur 2010 Dry Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azur-2010-dry-rose-other/,Rosé,2010,Azur 13.5,White,Portugal,"A blend of Antão Vaz and Arinto, this is a deliciously fresh wine, lighted by acidity and with a tight texture. Drink now for summer pleasure.",,10,87,Alentejano,,,Alente 2009 White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alente-2009-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2009,Alente 12,White,Italy,"Packaged in a screwcap bottle with an eye-catching purple label, Re Midas is a textbook expression of Soave with fresh aromas of melon, peach and honey. This well-priced white delivers a compact but crisp mouthfeel.",Re Midas,10,87,Veneto,Soave,,Cantina di Soave 2010 Re Midas (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2010-re-midas-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Cantina di Soave 13.5,Red,France,"La Nerthe's late-ripening Mourvèdre typically shines the brightest in warm vintages, which 2008 was not. The result is a leathery, peppery wine with rather crisp, cherry-inflected fruit. Drink it over the next several years.",,50,87,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château La Nerthe 2008 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nerthe-2008-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Château La Nerthe 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a classic interpretation of Prosecco with drying mineral tones backed by citrus and stone fruit. Tonic, fresh effervescence keeps the palate squeaky clean.",Brut,19,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bortolotti NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortolotti-nv-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-132491/,Glera,,Bortolotti 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Concentrated for a value-priced Malbec, with aromas of blueberry, beets and cherry. The palate is full and moderately deep, with standard black fruit flavors along with hints of butter and vanilla. Structured and balanced, with creaminess.",Lo Tengo,11,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2010 Lo Tengo Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2010-lo-tengo-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Bodega Norton 13.5,White,Argentina,"Light and airy to start, with peach and other white fruit aromas. The palate has good feel and lift along with nectarine, melon and mango flavors. Blends tropicality along with creaminess and crispness. Nice for the variety.",,13,87,Other,Salta,,Argento 2010 Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argento-2010-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2010,Argento 13.5,Red,US,"Good price for a Napa Valley Petite Sirah this rich and balanced. It's not one for the cellar, but is nice for drinking now, for its soft, gentle flavors of raspberries, cherries, blackberries and toast.",,15,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Aquinas 2008 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aquinas-2008-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Aquinas 12.5,White,Italy,"A pure expression of the Garganega grape, Rocca Sveva is a fresh and tart Soave Classico with spicy notes of stone fruit, yellow flower and dried herbs. Pair this wine with easy grilled tuna steak and sesame sauce.",Rocca Sveva,15,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Cantina di Soave 2010 Rocca Sveva (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2010-rocca-sveva-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Cantina di Soave 12.5,White,Italy,"From Cantina di Soave's highest line of white wine, Rocca Sveva Soave Classico is a bright and luminous expression with vibrant tones of citrus, pear and dried sage.",Rocca Sveva,15,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Cantina di Soave 2009 Rocca Sveva (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2009-rocca-sveva-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Cantina di Soave 12,White,Italy,"Bright, generous and straightforward, Soave Classico San Michele makes a perfect pairing partner to white asparagus or spring peas. The wine delivers pretty aromas of honey, peach and grapefruit.",San Michele,17,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Ca' Rugate 2010 San Michele (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2010-san-michele-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Ca' Rugate 14.6,Red,US,"Tastes heavy and tannic now, but there's a big core of blackberries, currants, grilled meat and peppery spices, and it's totally dry. Already throwing sediment, it could age in interesting ways over the next 6–8 years.",Palisades Vineyard,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Carver Sutro 2006 Palisades Vineyard Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carver-sutro-2006-palisades-vineyard-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,Carver Sutro ,White,US,"This twin county blend is a sophisticated Sauvignon Blanc. It shows the gooseberry tartness that Capture is known for, but not too much, with richer notes of citrus fruits and white flowers dominating. One quibble is that the wine is a little too sweet.",Tradition,30,87,California,North Coast,Lake County-Sonoma County,Captûre 2010 Tradition Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County-Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capture-2010-tradition-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast-lake-county-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Captûre 13.8,Red,US,"A whiff of smoke on entry, then it turns tannic and tight, with thin cranberry fruit driving vertically through the midpalate and on into the finish. Good persistence, though as it fades it turns a little sour.",,23,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Highland Springs 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highland-springs-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Highland Springs 14,Red,Portugal,"Very dry, the fruit losing some freshness with the wood aging. However the structure is firm and dark. With the acidity, this could be a wine for aging over 1–2 years.",Grande Reserva Tinto,34,87,Douro,,,Quanta Terra 2008 Grande Reserva Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quanta-terra-2008-grande-reserva-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quanta Terra 14.4,White,US,"Rich and fruity, with tons of pineapple, mango, lime, peach, pear, nectarine and honey flavors. Lots of sweet smoky oak, too. Not particularly complex, but flashy. Drink now.",,37,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pride Mountain 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Pride Mountain 13,Rose,France,"Delicious, ripe, full-flavored rosé, showing its fruit and its caramel character right up front. It is soft, crisp, while also feeling rich. Screwcap.",Petit Rimauresq,15,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Rimauresq 2010 Petit Rimauresq Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rimauresq-2010-petit-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Rimauresq 13.9,Red,US,"Good for the price. It's rich and oaky, with lots of jammy fruit, cassis, vanilla, toast and spice flavors. With production of more than 14,000 cases, it's easy to find.",R Collection Lot No 3,15,87,California,California Other,California,Raymond 2007 R Collection Lot No 3 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2007-r-collection-lot-no-3-merlot-other/,Merlot,2007,Raymond 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A wine that emphasizes the black currant acidity and firm tannins of Cabernet Sauvignon. The fruit layers acidity, wood and some herbs. Age for another year.",Casa do Lago Grande Reserva,10,87,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Casa do Lago Grande Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-casa-lago-grande-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-lisboa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,DFJ Vinhos 15,Fortified,France,A touch of vanilla unfolds amid the ripe stone fruit and soft acetone scents. Melon rind and honeysuckle mixes with rich grilled peach flavors on the palate. Round and creamy but balanced and lifted on the finish. Drink now.,Dessert Wine,16,87,Rhône Valley,Muscat de Beaumes de Venise,,Domaine de la Pigeade 2008 Dessert Wine (Muscat de Beaumes de Venise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pigeade-2008-dessert-wine-muscat-muscat-beaumes-venise/,Muscat,2008,Domaine de la Pigeade 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Black currant leaf and juicy plum guts abound on the nose of this Bordeaux-style blend, and those aromas transition into the dominating flavors of the palate alongside suggestions of pepper and sweet smoked meat. Balanced, with fine tannins and a clean but lingering finish.",Lady in Red,19,87,Wellington,,,Doolhof 2008 Lady in Red Red (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doolhof-2008-lady-in-red-wellington/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Doolhof 13,Red,Portugal,"One of a pair of wines under the Grilos name, this Alentejo blend is soft and generous, its ripe berry fruits laced with licorice. Juicy and ready to drink.",Grilos,11,87,Alentejano,,,Dão Sul 2008 Grilos Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2008-grilos-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Dão Sul 14,Red,Argentina,"Smoky and leathery on the nose, with earthy blackberry aromas, tobacco and tree bark aromas. The palate runs sort of heavy, tannic and raw, with grapey flavors of black currant and roasted plum. A chunky, earthy, roasted style of Cab to drink now.",Broquel,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2009 Broquel Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2009-broquel-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Trapiche 13.5,White,Italy,"Monte San Piero is a thick, fatty expression of Soave that opens with a saturated golden color and dense aromas of apricot, honey and toasted almond.",Monte San Piero,,87,Veneto,Soave Superiore,,Sandro de Bruno 2008 Monte San Piero (Soave Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandro-bruno-2008-monte-san-piero-italian-white-garganega-soave-superiore/,Garganega,2008,Sandro de Bruno 14.4,White,US,"Total California style here, a rich, sweet, honeyed Chardonnay marked by tiers of pineapples, mangos, pears and limes. It's all flash and dazzle for drinking now.",Maison Grand Cru,30,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rutz 2009 Maison Grand Cru Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-2009-maison-grand-cru-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Rutz 13,Rose,France,"Full-bodied wine, with red fruits, an attractive bite of spice and a background of the crispest acidity. The wine has richness, making it food friendly. Screwcap.",Terres de Saint-Louis,12,87,Provence,Coteaux Varois,,Les Maîtres Vignerons de Saint-Louis 2010 Terres de Saint-Louis Rosé (Coteaux Varois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maitres-vignerons-saint-louis-2010-terres-rose-coteaux-varois/,Rosé,2010,Les Maîtres Vignerons de Saint-Louis 13.5,Red,South Africa,"A well-made blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 41% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot and 1% Barbera, this value wine is a stunner with black cherry, plum and cassis notes surprisingly spiced with accents of mint and flint. Creamy in the mouth with medium-grain tannins and a solid finish.",Petit,12,87,Western Cape,,,Ken Forrester 2009 Petit Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2009-petit-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2009,Ken Forrester 14,Red,Argentina,"A unique northern Argentinean blend made from Malbec, Cabernet, Bonarda and Tannat. It's wide-bodied, with a lot of tannin and stewiness. In between, there's tobacco aromas and flavors along with tomato, roasted berry, pastiness and rootiness. A deep, tannic load that requires grilled meat or cheese.",Altimus,47,87,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2006 Altimus Red (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2006-altimus-red-cafayate/,Red Blend,2006,Michel Torino 14.8,Red,US,"Limited production, estate grown, with alcohol listed at just under 15%. Despite the sugar ripeness, the wine seems overwhelmed by flavors of new oak barrels. Dusty, smoky, toasty and streaked with caramel, it suggests tart red fruit lies below. Tasty, but probably best to drink now.",House Block,45,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Methven Family Vineyards 2008 House Block Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/methven-family-2008-house-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Methven Family Vineyards 14.5,White,US,"There's no oak on this wine, but it was aged on the lees, which gives a yeastiness to the sweet orange, pineapple, lime, green apple and vanilla flavors. Crisp acidity provides clean balance. Nice now as a cocktail sipper.",Jardine,14,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2010 Jardine Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2010-jardine-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Vina Robles 13.5,White,Portugal,"A rounded, smooth-textured white, given freshness by the acidity that offers a lemon zest edge. Green herbs and apple juice shine on the balanced, crisp finish.",Pomares,15,87,Douro,,,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 2010 Pomares White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-nova-nossa-senhora-carmo-2010-pomares-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2010,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 14.3,Rose,US,"If you're looking for a nice summer rosé to accompany everything from fried chicken to fruit salad, look no further. This one's dryish to off-dry, with crisp acidity firming up raspberry, vanilla and cinnamon spice flavors.",Rosé of Pinot Noir,25,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2010 Rosé of Pinot Noir Rosé (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2010-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rosé,2010,Lynmar 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Dusty, big and leathery on the nose, with coconut and earthy berry fruit aromas. The palate on this Cabernet-led blend is lively and juicy, with staunch acids and savory, earthy flavors of cherry and raspberry along with spice. Oaky and a little heavy, but offset by snappy acidity.",De Sangre,30,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Luigi Bosca 2008 De Sangre Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2008-sangre-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2008,Luigi Bosca 13,White,Italy,"With beautiful views of the Castello di Soave and the flatlands below, this vineyard cru produces distinct, aromatic wines with both structure and staying power. An awkward note of plastic blows off after the wine has had a chance to open in the glass.",Monte Carbonare,33,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Suavia 2009 Monte Carbonare (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/suavia-2009-monte-carbonare-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Suavia 12,White,Portugal,"With its touch of wood and ripe melon and lemon flavors, this is a full as well as fresh wine. There is an attractive cinnamon character to go with the fruit.",Colheita Branco,14,87,Bairrada,,,Quinta de Baixo 2009 Colheita Branco White (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-baixo-2009-colheita-branco-white-bairrada/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta de Baixo 14.9,Red,US,"Shows the flamboyant, extracted cherry fruit of this variety, with a spicy, oaky envelope and soft, easy tannins. It's elegant, but a bit one-dimensional. Drink now.",,60,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2008 Cabernet Franc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2008-cabernet-franc-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Pride Mountain 14,White,South Africa,"Soft beeswax and honeydew mingle with the dominant red apple aromas in the bouquet. More complex oak-driven notes unfold in the mouth, providing a nutty backdrop to the apple core and peach pit flavors. Round and full, bordering on viscous, with a buttered popcorn finish.",,25,87,Paarl,,,Plaisir De Merle 2009 Chardonnay (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plaisir-merle-2009-chardonnay-paarl/,Chardonnay,2009,Plaisir De Merle 12.5,Rose,France,"There is great freshness in this wine, which has an apple skin texture to go with the ripe fruit. It charms by its crisp acidity as well as its delicious fruit finale.",Diamarine,,87,Provence,Coteaux Varois,,Les Maîtres Vignerons de Saint-Louis 2010 Diamarine Rosé (Coteaux Varois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maitres-vignerons-saint-louis-2010-diamarine-rose-coteaux-varois/,Rosé,2010,Les Maîtres Vignerons de Saint-Louis 12.5,White,Italy,"Montesei Soave Classico is a thick and creamy expression of Garganega with fresh aromas of white peach, cut grass, honey and exotic fruit.",Montesei,18,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Le Battistelle 2010 Montesei (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-battistelle-2010-montesei-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Le Battistelle 12.5,White,Portugal,"An attractively perfumed wine, with Malvasia giving an aromatic character, laced with lemon juice and peach. Fruity, ready to drink.",Branco,,87,Douro,,,Lavradores de Feitoria 2010 Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavradores-feitoria-2010-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2010,Lavradores de Feitoria 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A little hot and fiery on the nose, with jammy raspberry and pepper aromas. The palate is thick, soft and full, with savory, hickory-influenced flavors of bacon and wild berry. Big and warm on the finish; nice overall.",,14,87,Other,Famatina Valley,,Las Vides 2009 Bonarda (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-vides-2009-other-red-bonarda-famatina-valley/,Bonarda,2009,Las Vides 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Delicate and luminous, this floral Prosecco delivers pristine aromas of honeysuckle, apricot and lemon blossom. Pair this sparkling wine with onion and leek quiche.",Arió Extra Dry,22,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,L'Antica Quercia 2009 Arió Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantica-quercia-2009-ario-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,L'Antica Quercia 14.5,Red,US,"A rich, complex, spicy wine whose raspberry, cherry, mocha and spice flavors are forward and flamboyant. It's a little sweet, and probably at its best now, but flashy.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Trios 2007 Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trios-2007-red-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Trios 14,Red,Argentina,"Dry oak, pepper and wood resin are prominent on the bouquet, which also brings minty black fruit scents and finally a pinch of sawdust. The palate is boosted by firm acids and tannins, while the flavors of baked berry and black plum are driving. A lot of oak and bite here, but also plenty of dark fruit.",Broquel,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2009 Broquel Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2009-broquel-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2009,Trapiche 13.6,Red,US,"A very fruity wine, almost sweet in jammy raspberries, cherries, pomegranates and persimmons. Has just enough acidity to give it life and zest. Best now and over the next 4–5 years.",,50,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Twomey 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twomey-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Twomey 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Dark, smoky and minty on the nose, with mocha and licorice in the backdrop. The palate is fleshy and full but also oaky and lactic, with creamy flavors of chocolate, syrupy berry fruit and vanilla. Finishes with salty notes, which go against most of the wine's creamy, oaky influences. One-third each of Cabernet, Malbec and Merlot.",Don Nicanor Blend,18,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2007 Don Nicanor Blend Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2007-don-nicanor-blend-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Nieto Senetiner 11,Sparkling,Italy,"La Farra's Extra Dry Prosecco shows delicate brushstrokes of stone fruit and honeysuckle backed by a soft, soapy mouthfeel. Pair this fresh Prosecco with sweet figs and prosciutto ham.",Rive di Farra di Soligo Extra Dry,19,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,La Farra 2010 Rive di Farra di Soligo Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farra-2010-rive-di-soligo-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,La Farra 13.5,Rose,France,"The 60-40 Grenache-Syrah blend is becoming common among Costières de Nîmes rosés, and this one does it well, combining delicate berry notes with cool mineral shadings. It's a little rounder and less crisp than many of its genre, but it's still very good.",Tradition,12,87,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Mas Carlot 2010 Tradition Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-carlot-2010-tradition-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2010,Mas Carlot 14.8,Red,US,"A smooth, rich, creamy Zin, luscious in blackberry jam, chocolate and spice flavors. It's on the soft side, which accentuates the alcohol, but it sure is delicious. Drink now with BBQ.",Mother Clone,15,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2009 Mother Clone Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2009-mother-clone-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Pedroncelli 14.9,Red,US,"The sweetness got out of hand in this wine, which tastes like it has excessive residual sugar. There's a raspberry and white chocolate power bar flavor. That's delicious, of course, but consumers should know the wine isn't dry.",Stellwagen Vineyard,26,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2006 Stellwagen Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2006-stellwagen-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Joseph Swan Vineyards 13.5,Red,France,"Don't be confused by the Côtes du Rhône appellation—this is 100% Syrah from the northern Rhône. So while it shows black cherry and cassis fruit and hints of cracked pepper, it remains medium-bodied, with a dustiness to the finish.",Valvigneyre,15,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Alain Paret 2009 Valvigneyre Syrah (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-paret-2009-valvigneyre-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cotes/,Syrah,2009,Alain Paret ,White,US,"A fresh, mineral-driven white wine, this offers light fruit flavors of green apple and gooseberry. What gives it lift and life are the vivacious acids and the mouth-coating minerality.",,12,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Airlie 2009 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airlie-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Airlie 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Aromas of wild flower, honey and peach characterize this fresh, vintage-dated Extra Dry Prosecco. There's a touch of sweetness on the finish backed by spicy effervescence.",Villa Luigia Millesimato Extra Dry,20,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Il Follo 2010 Villa Luigia Millesimato Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-follo-2010-villa-luigia-millesimato-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Il Follo 13.5,White,South Africa,"Tart gooseberry and zesty lime are followed by flavors of green plum and lemon curd in the prickly mouth. Light and vibrant, this is a nice selection to pair with grilled fish or shrimp. Drink now.",,28,87,Stellenbosch,,,Hartenberg 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartenberg-2009-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Hartenberg 14.5,Red,Argentina,"The nose offers berry and black plum aromas that come across clean and proper. The palate is lush, juicy and good in feel, with thicker, more ripe flavors of warm plum and blackberry. Reaches almost dessert-level sweetness on the finish, cementing its status as a rich and ripe Malbec with moderate structure.",Alpataco Reserve,19,87,Other,Patagonia,,Familia Schroeder 2007 Alpataco Reserve Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2007-alpataco-reserve-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2007,Familia Schroeder 12.5,White,Italy,"Gini's base Soave Classico proves to be a fresh and easy-going expression of the workhorse Garganega grape. The wine would pair with grilled vegetables or chicken salad. Peach, melon and honey flavors linger long on the palate.",,20,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Gini 2010 Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gini-2010-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Gini 14,Red,Portugal,"A fresh, bright-fruited wine, with red cherry flavors, soft fruit and delicious acidity. The wine feels light, very balanced.",Reguengos,9,87,Alentejo,,,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 2009 Reguengos Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooperativa-reguengos-monsaraz-2009-reguengos-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 12.5,Rose,France,"Caramel aromas announce a wine that has plenty of ripe fruit, layered with vanilla, which smooths the wine out. The acidity comes through softly.",,20,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Léoube 2010 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoube-2010-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château Léoube 13,Red,Portugal,"Made from Caladoc and Tinta Roriz, this is a polished, while still fresh, wine. It's acidity points up the juicy berry fruits, the tannins almost an afterthought in this balanced, structured wine.",Alta Corte,9,87,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Alta Corte Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-alta-corte-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,DFJ Vinhos 13.5,Rose,France,"With some weight behind it, this is a full-bodied rosé, apple and pink grapefruit flavors cutting through softer red fruits. Acidity gives a final boost.",,,87,Provence,Coteaux Varois,,Chateau La Calisse 2010 Rosé (Coteaux Varois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-calisse-2010-rose-coteaux-varois/,Rosé,2010,Chateau La Calisse 12.5,Rose,France,"Soft, ripe wine, missing some freshness but showing weight. There is some pepper and spice as well as red cherry flavors.",Sables d'Azur,13,87,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Gassier 2010 Sables d'Azur Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gassier-2010-sables-dazur-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château Gassier 13.3,White,US,"A fine debut from two Napa high school buddies, both with day jobs in the wine business, looking to offer an easy-drinking, easy-purchasing Chenin Blanc to the world. The result is a weighty, honey-tinged alternative white, with a minerally finish that screams out for Asian food (or anything spicy).",,10,87,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Blue Plate 2010 Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-plate-2010-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Blue Plate 14.8,Red,US,"This is a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. It's dry and beautifully tannic and very rich. But there's a hint of overripeness in the red currant fruit that veers into Porty raisins. Because of that imbalance, it's ready to drink now.",Hossfeld Coliseum,75,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Carter 2008 Hossfeld Coliseum Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carter-2008-hossfeld-coliseum-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Carter 14.9,Red,US,"Winemaker Alex MacGregor is doing great things up in Mendocino at Saracina, eldest Fetzer brother John's 600-acre estate in Hopland, which also makes this Atrea red blend. Based on 43% Zinfandel, with lighter amounts of Syrah, Petite Sirah and Malbec, it needs some time to open up, though shows plenty of juicy ripe fruit now.",Old Soul Red Wine,25,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Atrea 2007 Old Soul Red Wine Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atrea-2007-old-soul-red-wine-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Red Blend,2007,Atrea 13,Rose,France,"Spicy, ripe wine, full and packed with red cherries. It has weight and richness along with balanced, bright acidity. It could age a few months—maybe a wine for Thanksgiving turkey?",,20,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Rimauresq 2010 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rimauresq-2010-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Rimauresq 14.5,Red,Portugal,"This is a classic Douro blend, very rich with sweet jammy fruits. The structure is rather lost in the ripeness, leaving a wine that is attractive now but not for aging.",Terra a Terra Reserva,20,88,Douro,,,Quanta Terra 2008 Terra a Terra Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quanta-terra-2008-a-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quanta Terra 14,Red,Portugal,"The second wine of Quinta de Roriz, this is a softly ripe and open wine, its tannins attractively concentrated with juicy, smoky black-plum fruit flavors. Drink now.",Prazo de Roriz,16,88,Douro,,,Quinta de Roriz 2008 Prazo de Roriz Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roriz-2008-prazo-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta de Roriz 13,White,Argentina,"Gold in color, with a heavy, mature, resiny nose. But just when you think it's over the hill and overoaked, the palate offers acidity and character. Flavors of apple, melon and spice are barrel-influenced, while acidity props up the finish. Drink now; contains 10% Chardonnay.",Reserva,15,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tomero 2008 Reserva Sémillon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tomero-2008-reserva-semillon-mendoza/,Sémillon,2008,Tomero 12,White,Italy,"This vintage of Pieropan's base Soave delivers a full, rich golden color and intense aromas of stone fruit, savory sage and drying mineral. The 2008 vintage saw extra hours of luminosity for optimal fruit ripening in the vineyard.",,17,88,Veneto,Soave,,Pieropan 2009 Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-2009-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2009,Pieropan 13.5,Red,France,"With its soft tannins and slightly creamy texture, the open-knit 2006 Domaine de Roure is very approachable now. Vanilla and plum notes come across as slightly oaky, but hints of olive and espresso emerge on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Domaine de Roure,63,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2006 Domaine de Roure (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2006-domaine-roure-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2006,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 14.5,Red,US,"Good things are happening at Patton Valley, whose estate-grown wines are sustainably farmed and certified. This young, fresh Pinot Noir is bursting with ripe raspberries, juicy and alive in the mouth, leaving with a clean, crisp lick of minerality.",,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Patton Valley 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patton-valley-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Patton Valley 12.5,Rose,France,"An elegant, smooth wine, wearing its fresh berry fruits right up front. Behind the surface attraction, it has richness while keeping all its great acidity.",La Sanglière,15,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de la Sanglière 2010 La Sanglière Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sangliere-2010-la-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de la Sanglière 13.5,Rose,France,"This medium-bodied, juicy rosé displays welcoming aromas of crushed stone and ripe berries. The flavors run along similar lines, with a watermelon-rind note coming to the fore, only to fade into lingering mineral notes on the finish.",Samorëns,14,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Ferraton Père et Fils 2010 Samorëns Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraton-pere-fils-2010-samorens-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Ferraton Père et Fils 12.5,White,Italy,"Soave Danieli offers drying mineral notes of talc and brimstone for a linear, straightforward style. Delicate background notes of white flower and stone fruit complete this refreshing white wine.",Danieli,17,88,Veneto,Soave,,Fattori 2010 Danieli (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattori-2010-danieli-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Fattori 12.5,White,Italy,"This bright vintage of Soave Danieli (in a screwcap bottle) opens with drying mineral notes followed by sweet, mature melon, peach and citrus. The wine rests on the lees for a creamy feel and only 5% is aged in oak.",Danieli,17,88,Veneto,Soave,,Fattori 2009 Danieli (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattori-2009-danieli-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2009,Fattori 13,Rose,France,"Full-bodied, ripe wine, very food friendly with its tight texture, bitter red cherry flavors and acidity. The balance is just right between freshness and richness.",Cuvée Magali,12,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Saint-André de Figuière 2010 Cuvée Magali Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-andre-figuiere-2010-cuvee-magali-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Domaine Saint-André de Figuière 14.5,Red,US,"A sweet Pinot Noir, soft and rich in pie-filling raspberry and cherry fruit flavors, with a coating of smoky oak. It's clean and precise and delicious, a wine to drink now with a nice steak or chop.",,35,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Carmel Road 2007 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-road-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2007,Carmel Road 13,White,Italy,"This vineyard designate Soave Classico Superiore offers pretty aromas of honeysuckle, peach and sweet almond. It's crisp, bright and refreshing on the finish.",Vigneto Montegrande,18,88,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Cantina di Monteforte 2009 Vigneto Montegrande (Soave Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-monteforte-2009-vigneto-montegrande-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico-superiore/,Garganega,2009,Cantina di Monteforte ,Red,US,"Firm and peppery, this affordable Pinot Noir reflects the winery and vineyard location, at the far north end of the Willamette Valley. There's a whiff of leather around light, brambly fruit, and a pretty, lingering impression of cherry candy in the finish.",Estate,16,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2008-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,David Hill 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Gently ripe red fruits envelop the firmer tannins with this velvet-textured wine. There is generosity, an open feel to it, emphasized by the ripe berry fruits and delicious final acidity.",Paça dos Cunhas de Santar Nature,15,88,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2009 Paça dos Cunhas de Santar Nature Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2009-paca-cunhas-santar-nature-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2009,Dão Sul 13,Rose,France,"There is a meaty feel to this wine, under the ripe, warm fruits. The acidity does come through with some red apple flavors, though overall it is rich and smooth.",,,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Riotor 2010 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-riotor-2010-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château Riotor 12.5,Rose,France,"Soft, rich wine, with definite vanilla flavors as well as attractive acidity. It's a food rosé, with its apple skin texture giving a tang. The finish is fresh, crisp and fruity.",Perle de Rosé,17,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Réal Martin 2010 Perle de Rosé Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-real-martin-2010-perle-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château Réal Martin 12.5,Rose,France,"Textured, almost mineral wine that jumps with acidity and fresh berry fruits. This ripe fruit is shot through with a more citrus, zesty element.",Prestige,19,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château de Brigue 2010 Prestige Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brigue-2010-prestige-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château de Brigue 14,Red,Portugal,"This Bordeaux blend still manages to taste very Portuguese, with sweet, juicy, spicy character, its layers of tight acidity and smooth wood texture. Tannins are there, although the fruitiness is more evident.",Calda Bordaleza,35,88,Bairrada,,,Campolargo 2007 Calda Bordaleza Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campolargo-2007-calda-bordaleza-red-bairrada/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Campolargo 13,Red,Portugal,"The mountain vineyards of Nespereira give a firm, mineral-driven wine, dark and intense, while never heavy. The acidity holds the balance of freshness between the dense tannins and the black currant fruits.",Sarmentu,,88,Dão,,,Quinta da Nespereira 2008 Sarmentu Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-nespereira-2008-sarmentu-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta da Nespereira 14,Red,Argentina,"The cool, compromising 2008 vintage conditions are reflected here; the wine is jammy but a little green on the nose and at its core. The feel is heavy, lactic and rich, while the flavors are narrow and jammy, with prune, blackberry and grassy mint. There's both overripe and underripe notes on this high-end blend of 70% Malbec and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Unus,40,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mendel 2008 Unus Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendel-2008-unus-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Mendel 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Masottina offers a very attractive Extra Dry sparkling Prosecco with sweet aromas of stone fruit, pink grapefruit and honeysuckle. That playful bouquet is backed by a soft, creamy mouthfeel.",Extra Dry,,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Masottina NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masottina-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-132471/,Glera,,Masottina 13.5,Rose,France,"A medium-bodied, refreshing style of Tavel, with notes of melon, citrus and hints of gingery, peppery spice grounded by stony minerality. Drink it over the next six months.",,25,88,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Prieuré de Montézargues 2010 Tavel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prieure-montezargues-2010-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2010,Prieuré de Montézargues 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Packaged in one of the fatter, shorter bottles emerging from the Prosecco region this year, this luminous sparkling wine opens with delicate aromas of stone fruit and drying white mineral.",Casa Vittorino Brut Rive di Refrontolo,19,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Astoria 2010 Casa Vittorino Brut Rive di Refrontolo (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2010-casa-vittorino-brut-rive-refrontolo-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Astoria ,Red,US,"A blend of Bishop Creek and Eyrie fruit, from multiple vintages. Spicy, refined, with interesting spice and herb streaks dominating. Cracker and seed flavors abound, more than berries or fruit. Tannins are soft and supple; and the wine is drinking well right now.",,37,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,La Luz NV Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luz-nv-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,,La Luz 14.3,White,US,"Packs a lot of bang for your buck. Explodes in pineapple jam, vanilla cream and buttered toast flavors. Could be a little more subtle, but it has the richness people like in a Chardonnay.",Flood Family Vineyards,18,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2009 Flood Family Vineyards Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2009-flood-family-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Rancho Sisquoc 15,Red,Portugal,"Here are all the perfumes and tannins of Touriga Nacional. The wine does, though, seem one-dimensional, the fruit offering acidity, berry flavors and fresh acidity.",,100,88,Douro,,,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 2008 Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-nova-nossa-senhora-carmo-2008-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,2008,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 13.5,White,Argentina,"Lime and floral notes create a light and breezy bouquet that's easygoing. In the mouth, it's juicy and fresh, with lemon-lime, peach, nectarine and lychee flavors. Tangy and fresh on the finish, and more precise and delicate than most Argentinean Torrontés.",Broquel,15,88,Other,Cafayate,,Trapiche 2010 Broquel Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2010-broquel-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2010,Trapiche 13.5,Red,France,"This chunky Côtes du Rhône blends 80% Syrah and 20% Grenache to yield deep notes of black cherries, dark chocolate and new leather, finishing long and fruit driven. Drink now–2015.",,14,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Sélection Laurence Féraud 2009 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selection-laurence-feraud-2009-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Sélection Laurence Féraud 13.5,Rose,France,"AA tremendous value, this rosé is plump yet fresh and vibrant, with raspberry and cherry fruit accented by hints of white chocolate and spice. Ideal for al fresco dining this summer.",,11,88,Rhône Valley,Vin de Pays du Gard,,Domaine de Saint-Antoine 2010 Rosé (Vin de Pays du Gard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-antoine-2010-rose-vin-pays-gard/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de Saint-Antoine 14,Red,Portugal,"A wine that brings out the mineral character of Touriga Nacional in the Dão. It has a dark quality to it, with some austerity, although the weight of fruit acts as a fine counterbalance.",Cabriz,25,88,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2007 Cabriz Touriga Nacional (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2007-cabriz-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-dao/,Touriga Nacional,2007,Dão Sul 14,Red,Portugal,"A wine that revels in the open, juicy, dark fruits, the sweet tannins and its perfumed character. Soft black cherry jam goes with attractive acidity and a final burst of dark tannins.",Syrah,27,88,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2009 Syrah Syrah (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2009-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-alentejano/,Syrah,2009,Cortes de Cima 13.5,White,US,"Try tossing this wine into your next white wine tasting. Straw colored, without even the faintest hint of pink, it is 100% Pinot Noir, vinified as a white wine. Not sure why this was done, but the result is much like a pleasant Chardonnay, influenced by fermentation and aging in 40% new French oak.",Le Jour Magique White,55,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 2009 Le Jour Magique White Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2009-le-jour-magique-white-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Erath 12.5,White,Italy,"The only wine of its kind in existence, Massifitti is a pure expression of the Trebbiano di Soave grape packaged in a heavy bottle and sealed with red wax. This white wine opens with aromas of candied fruit, lemon drop, pineapple, bee's wax, peach and smokey mineral.",Massifitti,,88,Veneto,Veronese,,Suavia 2008 Massifitti Trebbiano (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/suavia-2008-massifitti-italian-white-trebbiano-veronese/,Trebbiano,2008,Suavia 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A bold, black-colored wine, its powerful fruit packed with juice and soft, dense tannins. The wine has some aging potential, with its dry final core and acidity.",Aya Elite,,88,Alentejano,,,Logowines 2008 Aya Elite Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/logowines-2008-aya-elite-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Logowines 13,White,Italy,"From a small vineyard cru in the Soave Classico area, this luminous white wine offers a smooth approach and generous tones of stone fruit, honey and sage.",Le Barche Cru Monte Tenda,15,88,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Marcato 2010 Le Barche Cru Monte Tenda (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcato-2010-le-barche-cru-monte-tenda-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Marcato 13.3,White,Argentina,"Offers tropical, stony aromas in front of a crystalline palate that's citrusy as well as peachy, with lychee and melon flavors as well. Finishes springy and bright, with green citrus zest and nothing compromising. 60% Torrontés and 40% Chardonnay.",Tonada Torrontés-Chardonnay,15,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca La Anita 2010 Tonada Torrontés-Chardonnay White (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-anita-2010-tonada-torrontes-chardonnay-white-mendoza/,White Blend,2010,Finca La Anita 13,White,Italy,"From the Colli Scaligeri area of Soave, this vineyard-designate white wine delivers warm and sophisticated aromas of stone fruit, sage and melon. The wine's texture is velvety and soft with a touch of bitter almond on the close.",Vigne della Brà,,88,Veneto,Soave,,Filippi 2008 Vigne della Brà (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filippi-2008-vigne-della-bra-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2008,Filippi 13.9,Red,US,"Soft, round and leathery tannins give way to plum, cherry, cranberry and sage in this subtly rendered Cab Franc out of one of the Livermore Valley's most vaulted vineyards, an approachable version of California Cab Franc that's moderate in price and alcohol (13.9%).",Ghielmetti Vineyard,26,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2007 Ghielmetti Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2007-ghielmetti-vineyard-cabernet-franc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Fenestra 14,Red,Portugal,"Rich fruit, tempered with the perfumed structure of Touriga Nacional, give this wine both complexity and fruitiness. It has weight and concentration, followed by juicy acidity.",Plansel Selecta,,88,Alentejano,,,Quinta da Plansel 2009 Plansel Selecta Touriga Nacional (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-plansel-2009-selecta-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-alentejano/,Touriga Nacional,2009,Quinta da Plansel 17.5,Fortified,Portugal,"The wine has the character of a perfumed Moscatel from Setúbal, but is in fact from Fernão Pires. It has a rich—never heavy—feel to it, flavors of caramel and smokiness from wood aging. Consider this as an apéritif, rather than as a dessert wine.",Abafado 5-years,13,88,Vinho Licoroso,,,Quinta da Alorna NV Abafado 5-years Fernão Pires (Vinho Licoroso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-nv-abafado-5-years-portuguese-white-fernao-pires-vinho-licoroso/,Fernão Pires,,Quinta da Alorna 14.5,White,Portugal,"Despite its alcohol, this remains a fresh wine, wood aging giving spice, with the fruit offering apricots, lime juice and smooth, unctuous texture.",Grande Reserva Branco,18,88,Douro,,,Quanta Terra 2009 Grande Reserva Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quanta-terra-2009-grande-reserva-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Quanta Terra 14.2,Red,US,"Light in color and body, with a silky texture and cherry, cola, bacon and peppery spice flavors, this Grenache could be easily mistaken for Pinot Noir. It's a very nice wine to drink with a steak, lamb chop or pork loin.",,25,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sheldon 2007 Grenache (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldon-2007-grenache-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache,2007,Sheldon 15,Red,Portugal,"Perfumed with violets and smoky wood, this rich wine moves away from structured Touriga Nacional to a more opulent interpretation. It is hugely rich, with a major spice and herbal character. Without apparent acidity, it is not for aging.",Touriga Nacional da Peceguina,70,88,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 2008 Touriga Nacional da Peceguina Touriga Nacional (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-malhadinha-nova-2008-touriga-nacional-peceguina-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-alentejano/,Touriga Nacional,2008,Herdade da Malhadinha Nova 13,Red,Portugal,"The name astrolabe is a reference to the instrument's importance to the Portuguese navigators as they rounded the world in the 15th century. The wine is more earthbound, tied firmly to the Dão grapes and a finely structured character.",Astrolábium Reserva,8,88,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2008 Astrolábium Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2008-astrolabium-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Dão Sul 14.1,Red,US,"Lots of delicious, upfront fruit in this attractive wine. It features ripe raspberry and cherry flavors, accented with sweet, smoky oak, and finishes dry and spicy, with a good cut of acidity for balance. Drink now–2013.",Elegancé,37,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Harmonique 2006 Elegancé Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harmonique-2006-elegance-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Harmonique 14,Red,Portugal,"Like so many of the finer wines from this region north of Lisbon, this wine brings out elegance as well as the richness of juicy red fruit, layered with bitter chocolate, dense tannins and a great final lift of acidity.",Telha d'Ouro,10,88,Lisboa,,,Formigal 2008 Telha d'Ouro Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/formigal-2008-telha-douro-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,Formigal 13.5,Rose,France,"Herbal aromas announce a wine that has the freshest fruit, despite its weight. There is great acidity enlivening the flavors of raspberry and red currant.",Bélouvé,20,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaines Bunan 2010 Bélouvé Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-bunan-2010-belouve-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Domaines Bunan 12.5,Rose,France,"An initial earthy feel leads to rich fruit—red currant and berry—and soft acidity. The wine is ripe, full, with a bitter fruit edge.",,17,88,Provence,Bandol,,Domaine Sorin 2010 Rosé (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sorin-2010-rose-bandol/,Rosé,2010,Domaine Sorin 12.5,Rose,France,"Color is on the salmon pink side, signalling fresh acidity and flavors of apples and citrus to go with the red fruits. Easy drinking.",Amalthée,12,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Gassier 2010 Amalthée Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gassier-2010-amalthee-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château Gassier 12.5,White,Italy,"Tufaie gets its name from the chalky tufa stone deposits that characterize its vineyard soils. That quality adds a pristine, dry quality to the wine that works very nicely with its sweet melon, sage and stone fruit aromas.",Tufaie,13,88,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Bolla 2010 Tufaie (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2010-tufaie-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Bolla ,Red,US,"Pretty scents show pure varietal character, with the accent on fresh berries and sweet herb. Flavors follow suit, with well-managed, ripe and smooth tannins. A medium-bodied wine drinking well right now.",Stewart,34,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Boedecker Cellars 2008 Stewart Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boedecker-cellars-2008-stewart-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Boedecker Cellars 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This refreshing Millesimato expression of Prosecco offers a crisp, tonic mouthfeel capped by aromas of white flower, peach and citrus. There's very nice sharpness and definition here overall.",Millesimato Cuvée Tenuta Val de Brun Extra Dry,24,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Astoria 2010 Millesimato Cuvée Tenuta Val de Brun Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2010-millesimato-cuvee-tenuta-val-brun-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Astoria 14,White,Portugal,"With layers of wood aging, this is a wine that is ripe and bold. Its yellow fruit and spice character is right up front, while the acidity and lemon flavors have fine supporting roles. It needs another year for the wood element to settle down.",Vértice Grande Reserva Branco,20,88,Douro,,,Caves Transmontanas 2009 Vértice Grande Reserva Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-transmontanas-2009-vertice-grande-reserva-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Caves Transmontanas 13.5,Red,Portugal,"It's rare to find such a full-bodied red from the same region as Vinho Verde. This ripe and juicy wine is packed with delicious velvet plum flavors. There is acidity, but the wine is so sweet and soft. Drink over the next year.",Homenagem Reserva,15,88,Minho,,,Casa do Valle 2009 Homenagem Reserva Red (Minho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-do-valle-2009-homenagem-reserva-red-minho/,Portuguese Red,2009,Casa do Valle 13.5,White,US,"Melon, spice and a suggestion of papaya wrap into a medium-weight wine with a solid fruit core. A streak of vanilla and some slightly bitter phenolics finish it nicely.",,16,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Highland Springs 2009 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highland-springs-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2009,Highland Springs 13,White,Portugal,"With bright lemon freshness, this wine positively zings through its ripe melon and pineapple flavors. The balance here between the acidity and richness gives a delicious tension.",Branco,20,88,Douro,,,Quinta da Sequeira 2010 Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-sequeira-2010-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2010,Quinta da Sequeira 15.4,White,US,"A superfruity Viognier, an orchard in itself, offering ripe flavors of peaches, pears, lemons, limes, pineapples and nectarines. It's crisp in welcome acidity, with a honeyed finish. Nice for those who like their wines on the high alcohol, sweet side.",,42,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2009 Viognier (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2009-viognier-sonoma-county/,Viognier,2009,Pride Mountain 12.5,White,Italy,"Capitel Alto is a generous and friendly Soave Classico with a pretty mix of mineral, fruit, flower and almond aromas. The wine offers full richness and a harmonious approach overall.",Capitel Alto,,88,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Montresor 2010 Capitel Alto (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-2010-capitel-alto-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Montresor 14,Red,Portugal,"Rich plums and soft tannins, with an attractive ripe and juicy character. This is a wine with good spice, a hint of leather and final acidity.",Fonte Serrana,16,88,Alentejano,,,Monte da Ravasqueira 2009 Fonte Serrana Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-ravasqueira-2009-fonte-serrana-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Monte da Ravasqueira 12,White,Italy,"Pieropan's base Soave is not labeled “Classico” only because the wine is packaged in a screw cap bottle. You'll love the fresh notes here of chopped sage, citrus, pear and spring flower. Fifteen percent Trebbiano di Soave is added to the blend.",,17,88,Veneto,Soave,,Pieropan 2010 Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-2010-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Pieropan 14.5,Red,US,"A dark, deep-colored Syrah that's dusty and austere but delicious, a good representation of the variety's ability to be both ripe and complex in California.",Estate,25,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Renwood 2008 Estate Syrah (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2008-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Syrah,2008,Renwood 14.6,Red,US,"A superrich wine, massive in blackberries, cassis and chocolate, with spicy overtones of anise and cloves. It's a bit soft, but dry and delicious. Drink now to elevate Mexican foods, BBQ or a great hamburger.",Flood Family Vineyards,30,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2008 Flood Family Vineyards Malbec (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2008-flood-family-malbec-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Malbec,2008,Rancho Sisquoc 13,White,Italy,"This rich and compelling Soave offers thick, persistent aromas of stone fruit, dried spice and almond with a thick, glycerine-rich mouthfeel. Pair this wine with white meat or creamy shellfish.",I Tarai,24,88,Veneto,Soave,,Corte Moschina 2009 I Tarai (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-moschina-2009-i-tarai-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2009,Corte Moschina 12.5,Rose,France,"This is a sunshine rosé, full of ripe berry fruits and a touch of rounded vanilla, just freshened with acidity.",,13,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de Caseneuve 2010 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-caseneuve-2010-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de Caseneuve 14.5,Red,US,"Dry, smooth and classy, with rich chocolate, blackberry and cherry pie, anise and oak flavors. A bit too soft and sweet for extended aging, but will provide pleasant drinking over the next six years.",Whitestone Vineyard,40,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2008 Whitestone Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2008-whitestone-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Clos La Chance 13,Red,Portugal,"One of a pair of wines under the Grilos name, this Dão is solid and tannic, still young, with a firm core of dryness surrounded by a more fruity black cherry component. It needs aging for a year.",Grilos,11,88,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2009 Grilos Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2009-grilos-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2009,Dão Sul 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Elegant and vibrant, this luminous Prosecco from the celebrated Cartizze cru offers aromas of white flower, talc powder and stone fruit. Persistent bubbling is offset by sweet peach flavors.",Belcanto Cartizze,24,88,Veneto,Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze,,Bellussi NV Belcanto Cartizze (Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellussi-nv-belcanto-cartizze-valdobbiadene-superiore-di-cartizze-132495/,Glera,,Bellussi 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Sweet, rich plum and spice aromas precede a juicy, ripe palate that's right in terms of feel. Blackberry, spice and light herbal flavors are nice, while the finish is chocolaty and smooth. Very nice in an average, understandable way.",,15,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tapiz 2008 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapiz-2008-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2008,Tapiz 14.2,Red,Argentina,"At 90% Tempranillo, this is not your average Argentine red. The nose is lean and hot, with spice that grows on you. The palate is piercing, but amid the acid and racy cherry and raspberry fruit are touches of elegant dryness, olive, leaves and old Rioja. Will age for a decade due to blazing acidity.",Aleteo,24,88,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Los Vencejos 2006 Aleteo Red (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-vencejos-2006-aleteo-red-uco-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Los Vencejos 14,Red,France,"This medium-bodied, supple wine is based on Cinsault, which makes it unique in the region. It's leathery, but also offers up fine touches of raspberry, chocolate and garrigue, with a tinge of anise to its velvety-textured finish. Drink now.",Les Grandes Vignes,14,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Les Vignerons D'Estezargues 2009 Les Grandes Vignes Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-destezargues-2009-grandes-vignes-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Les Vignerons D'Estezargues ,White,US,"Just a whiff of nail polish in the fruit-driven aromas, introducing a textural, fleshy style with underlying minerality. White peach and Bartlett pear fruit brings weight to the midpalate; the finish continues clean and fruity all the way through.",,18,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Methven Family Vineyards 2009 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/methven-family-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Methven Family Vineyards 14.3,Red,US,"This block blend tastes fresh and fruity now, with bright, zippy raspberry and cherry jam flavors. It's vibrant in acidity, with a beautifully silky texture, but at this point, it's a little direct. Hard to say where it's going.",Quail Hill Vineyard Block 10,70,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2009 Quail Hill Vineyard Block 10 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2009-quail-hill-vineyard-block-10-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lynmar 11,White,Portugal,"Delicious bright fruited wine, full of lemongrass, green herbs and delicious lime juice and apricot flavors. Drink this summer as a great apéritif.",Arca Nova Colheita,9,88,Vinho Verde,,,Quinta das Arcas 2010 Arca Nova Colheita White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-das-arcas-2010-arca-nova-colheita-white-vinho-verde/,Portuguese White,2010,Quinta das Arcas ,Red,US,"A fine value, soft and fruity, speckled lightly with herb and earth flavors. It's a delicate, nicely balanced Pinot Noir, whose complexity (despite its delicacy) shows a fine winemaking touch.",,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Seven of Hearts 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hearts-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Seven of Hearts ,Red,US,"This light and spicy blend of Grenache and Syrah is built upon bright cranberry and cherry flavors, primary fruit with fine acidity. No new oak was used, but the Syrah brings hints of meat and earth to enhance the pure fruit.",Chatte d'Avignon,25,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Seven of Hearts 2009 Chatte d'Avignon Grenache-Syrah (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hearts-2009-chatte-davignon-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-other-columbia-valley-or/,Grenache-Syrah,2009,Seven of Hearts 13,White,Italy,"Le Battistelle offers a thick and generous Soave Classico with loads of yellow fruit and floral intensity. It's a simple, clean wine with a crisp, refreshing mouthfeel.",Battistelle,30,88,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Le Battistelle 2009 Battistelle (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-battistelle-2009-battistelle-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Le Battistelle 14.7,Red,US,"Lots of fresh, ripe fruit and spices in this dry, lusty Zinfandel. Flatters with wild raspberry, cherry, mulberry, pepper and baking spice flavors, wrapped into firm tannins. Great for BBQ. Drink now.",Windsor Oaks Vineyard,28,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ottimino Vineyards 2007 Windsor Oaks Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ottimino-2007-windsor-oaks-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Ottimino Vineyards 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Cherry, plum, bacon and licorice are all good aromas that indicate that this value wine has quality backing it up. The palate is fresh and clean, with depth and ripe, slightly oaked flavors of cassis, blackberry and chocolate. Easy to like, with toasty touches throughout.",Oak Cask,10,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2009 Oak Cask Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2009-oak-cask-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Trapiche 14,Red,Argentina,"Rich, sweet and ripe up front, with aromas of molasses, black fruits and spice. The palate is concentrated and full, with roasted, beefy flavors of berry, plum and spice. A sizable finish anchors the wine's weighty personality. Big and generous given the price.",,10,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Neu Direction 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neu-direction-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Neu Direction 14,Red,Argentina,"Despite leafy, herbal, briney notes, the nose on this four-grape blend is earthy, subtle and attractive. The palate is full and concentrated, with flavors of roast meat, spice, herbs and baked berry fruits. Finishes savory. 40% each Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with 10% each Malbec and Pinot Noir.",Winemaker's Selection Blend,12,88,Other,Patagonia,,Nemesio 2009 Winemaker's Selection Blend Red (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nemesio-2009-winemakers-selection-blend-red-patagonia/,Red Blend,2009,Nemesio ,Red,South Africa,There's a serious minty core to the black cherry and berry fruit aromas of this wine that continues into the medium-weight palate. Creamy with satiny tannins and a hint of mocha spice and cigar tobacco on the close. Delicious and approachable now.,,22,88,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2008 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2008-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2008,Ken Forrester 15,Red,US,"A dark, rich, rustic wine made from Teroldego grapes, a most unusual sight in California, said to be a cousin to Syrah and more often found in Northern Italy. With a lot of black cherry pie, licorice and a hint of smokiness, this wine is most definitely interesting and worth a try and would be stellar with barbecue or pasta.",,24,88,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Montoliva 2007 Teroldego (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montoliva-2007-italian-red-teroldego-central-valley-clarksburg/,Teroldego,2007,Montoliva 13.5,White,South Africa,"The fourth vintage of this wine is a winner thanks to its superb balance and evolution in the mouth. It starts off somewhat light and dainty with hints of clover, ginger and ripe pear, but then transitions to a rich palate offering flavors of wood-grilled red apple, cinnamon and orange rind. Drink now.",,18,88,Stellenbosch,,,Edgebaston 2009 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgebaston-2009-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2009,Edgebaston 14.5,Rose,France,"Mouthfilling and fat—almost too much so—this is a chunky, weighty example of Tavel that almost demands to be served alongside red meat, like a light red rather than a rosé. Raspberry and white chocolate notes offer just a hint of peppery spice on the finish.",La Reine des Bois,34,88,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Domaine de la Mordorée 2010 La Reine des Bois (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mordoree-2010-reine-bois-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de la Mordorée 13.5,Rose,France,"Ripe raspberry fruit with a vanilla overlay also shows a rich, herbal character, touches of spice and bright final acidity.",Les Clans,65,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château d'Esclans 2009 Les Clans Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desclans-2009-clans-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château d'Esclans 14,Red,Argentina,"Earthy and leathery on first blush, with tobacco and jammy berry and bacony aromas. The palate is drawn and firm, with snappy wild berry flavors accented by softer earth notes and coconutty oak. Layered and chocolaty on the finish, with a good fade. 85% Malbec with 15% Cabernet Sauvignon; 200 cases made.",Bela Lugosi,49,88,Other,Salta,,Domingo Hermanos 2007 Bela Lugosi Malbec (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domingo-hermanos-2007-bela-lugosi-malbec-salta/,Malbec,2007,Domingo Hermanos 13,Rose,France,"A light style with crisp red currant flavors, acidity and a touch of minerality.",Château la Moutète Grande Réserve,14,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaines Duffort 2010 Château la Moutète Grande Réserve Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-duffort-2010-chateau-moutete-grande-reserve-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Domaines Duffort 13,Red,Portugal,"A great value wine, its firm tannins surrounded by the freshest berry fruits and acidity. For drinking young, with its attractive ripe, open flavors.",Cabriz Colheita Seleccionada,8,88,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2009 Cabriz Colheita Seleccionada Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2009-cabriz-colheita-seleccionada-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2009,Dão Sul 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Early aromas of compost and leather settle on earthy and leathery, with briar and olive. The palate is saturated and tannic, with a pretty fierce bite and flavors of roasted plum, tobacco and leather. More rough and herbal than past vintages; drink now through 2015.",Caro,50,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodegas Caro 2007 Caro Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-caro-2007-caro-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Bodegas Caro 12.5,White,Portugal,"A subtly wooded and perfumed wine, its lemon and herb character underlined by toast and tart acidity. It has a fresh character, very tangy and bright.",Branco Arinto,20,88,Bairrada,,,Campolargo 2009 Branco Arinto Arinto (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campolargo-2009-branco-arinto-portuguese-white-arinto-bairrada/,Arinto,2009,Campolargo 14.5,Red,US,"A savory, meaty and brooding Sangiovese that's rustic and simultaneously pretty, with an air of soft perfume on the nose. This small-production wine, with tiny bits of Barbera and Primitivo mixed in, would be really good with risotto.",Troppo Bella,23,89,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sorelle Winery 2009 Troppo Bella Sangiovese (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorelle-winery-2009-troppo-bella-sangiovese-central-valley-lodi/,Sangiovese,2009,Sorelle Winery ,Red,US,"The winery is holding back the 2008 Reserve and releasing the 2009 ahead of it. From the original Pinot Noir plantings more than 40 years ago, this is a lighter, much more accessible reserve than any recent releases. Toasty and floral, it trips lightly across the palate, balanced and young. Raspberries, cranberries, cocoa, coconut, and lightly earthy tannins wrap up the flavors.",Reserve,62,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,The Eyrie Vineyards 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,The Eyrie Vineyards 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Dense tannins are well balanced with blackberry and sweet black cherry fruits. This firm, open and generous wine does show a dry core, while concentrating more on its final juicy character. Drink now and over the next few years.",Post Scriptum de Chryseia,25,89,Douro,,,Prats & Symington LDA 2008 Post Scriptum de Chryseia Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prats-symington-lda-2008-post-scriptum-chryseia-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Prats & Symington LDA ,Red,US,"Austere and slightly sweaty when first opened, this wine grudgingly displays its black fruits. There is a not-unpleasant metallic note, and spicy toast comes out in the finish. Very young and tight—decanting is highly recommended.",Crawford Beck Vineyard,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Seven of Hearts 2009 Crawford Beck Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hearts-2009-crawford-beck-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Seven of Hearts ,Red,Argentina,"A bit rooty and smoky on the nose, with grapey, loud flavors of sweet berry, black plum and chocolate. The palate is full of choppy acids that keep it pumping forth, while the finish is richer and more chocolaty, with fig notes. A bruiser, but one that's very good for varietal PV.",Reserva,23,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tomero 2008 Reserva Petit Verdot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tomero-2008-reserva-petit-verdot-mendoza/,Petit Verdot,2008,Tomero 14.5,Red,France,"Made from organically grown grapes and boasting distinctive green lettering, this blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah features concentrated blackberry fruit underscored by hints of woodsmoke and cassis. Drink it over the next several years.",Nature,14,89,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Perrin & Fils 2009 Nature Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-2009-nature-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Perrin & Fils 15,Red,US,"Soft and fruity, with a pretty raspberry core of fruit, and a velvety chocolate finish. Despite the 15% alcohol, it seems rather elegant, gently rolling into a seamless finish dotted with peppery spice.",Estate Grown,28,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Luminous Hills 2009 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luminous-hills-2009-estate-grown-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2009,Luminous Hills 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Big, fleshy and dark in color, with a bold, heavy nose of black fruits, baked richness and sweet characteristics. The palate is chunky and full, with blackberry, baked plum, fig and herbal flavors. A saturated, lusty style of Malbec that's deep like cake and just about as sweet.",Remolinos Vineyard,20,89,Mendoza Province,Agrelo,,Finca Decero 2009 Remolinos Vineyard Malbec (Agrelo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-decero-2009-remolinos-vineyard-malbec-agrelo/,Malbec,2009,Finca Decero 13.5,Rose,France,"This blend of Grenache and Syrah is spicy and bold on the nose, yet medium-bodied and surprisingly fresh on the palate. The flavors of plum and garrigue persist on the finish, picking up a touch of cracked pepper.",,11,89,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Guiot 2010 Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-guiot-2010-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2010,Château Guiot 13.5,White,Portugal,"Wood aging brings out just a touch of oak to go with the floral and citrus fruits. Melon and sweetness are a delicious part of this ripe, full-bodied wine.",Reserva Branco,14,89,Douro,,,Castello d'Alba 2009 Reserva Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalba-2009-reserva-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Castello d'Alba ,Red,US,"Clearly an Oregon style, with definitive herbal highlights around ripe, almost sweet strawberry fruit. The midpalate has grip and weight, and flavors linger as the evolve into suggestions of strawberry preserves. Finishes with a kiss of chocolate.",,36,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Aubichon Cellars 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aubichon-cellars-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Aubichon Cellars 15.2,Red,Argentina,"Very ripe and leaning towards raisiny on the nose, with baked berry and brushed leather notes. The palate is full and aggressive, with a mix of herbed berry, tobacco and spice flavors. Finishes dry and tannic, with chocolate and a slightly syrupy aftertaste.",Gran Vin,35,89,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Antucura 2006 Gran Vin Red (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antucura-2006-gran-vin-red-uco-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Antucura 14.1,Red,Argentina,"Sweet on the nose, with licorice and black pepper dust along with ripe black fruit aromas. The palate is deep and pure, with black fruit flavors and a slightly syrupy underbelly. Burns a little on the finish, with spice and fig flavors providing depth and character. 416 cases produced.",Tradicional Oak Cask,20,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Carmine Granata 2007 Tradicional Oak Cask Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-carmine-granata-2007-tradicional-oak-cask-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Bodega Carmine Granata 14.2,Red,US,"Rich in acids, ripe in fruit and balanced, with a silky texture, this is a very pretty Pinot Noir for drinking now. It has ripe, dry flavors of wild forest raspberries and cherries, bacon, sautéed mushrooms and cola.",Jeff Gordon Collection,57,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Jeff Gordon 2008 Jeff Gordon Collection Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeff-gordon-2008-jeff-collection-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Jeff Gordon 14.1,White,US,"A nice Sauvignon Blanc, crisp and vibrant, with polished flavors of citrus fruits, lemongrass, dates and honey. The finish is a little sweet, but the wine is crisp and balanced.",Charles Vineyard,20,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Foursight 2009 Charles Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foursight-2009-charles-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Foursight 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Potent and dark, with a syrupy nose of mint, blackberry and cream. The palate feel is more choppy than ideal, while the flavors run towards cola, root beer, pepper and baked black fruits. Coconut appears on the finish along with pepper; Malbec, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon comprise this Bordeaux blend.",Privada,25,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2008 Privada Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2008-privada-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Bodega Norton 13,Rose,France,"Herbal in character, with flavors of wild thyme and fruit. The wine is textured, layering acidity and white fruit skins with a tangy, green finish.",,19,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château l'Afrique 2010 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafrique-2010-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château l'Afrique ,Red,US,"Boedecker's Athena bottling is a very pretty wine, with a lovely entry offering pure, inviting cherry and berry fruit. Once in the mouth, it gently fades, just slightly disappointing as it seems to lose strength rather than gaining it. But the first impression is charming and delicious.",Athena,34,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Boedecker Cellars 2008 Athena Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boedecker-cellars-2008-athena-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Boedecker Cellars 12,White,Italy,"Crisp and fresh with loads of white flower and passion fruit, pair this luminous Soave with Thai spring rolls and spicy sauce. This is an easy, but very correct Italian white wine.",Re Teodorico,8,86,Veneto,Soave,,Cantina di Monteforte 2010 Re Teodorico (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-monteforte-2010-re-teodorico-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Cantina di Monteforte 15,Red,US,"Lots of rich blackberry, cherry and chocolate fruit in this dry Cabernet, with a pretty application of oak. Tannins and acids give it plenty of structure, but it's not an ager.",Flood Family Vineyards,24,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2008 Flood Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2008-flood-family-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Rancho Sisquoc 14,Red,France,"Marked by soft tannins yet surprisingly crisp acidity, this medium-bodied blend from the well-known négociant firm of B&G offers hints of anise, black cherries and baking spices. Drink now.",Gold Label,30,86,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Barton & Guestier 2008 Gold Label Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2008-gold-label-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Barton & Guestier 14.2,White,Argentina,"A bit fleshy and melony on the nose, and also flowery. The palate has a full feel despite present acids, and the apple and citrus palate is clean and slightly green. Shows all the basics on a sweet, soft frame.",,13,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tomero 2010 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tomero-2010-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Tomero 14.3,White,US,"Brisk in mouthwatering acidity and ripe in pineapple and apricot flavors. It's so ripe, it tastes botrytized, except that it's totally dry. Feels rough and challenging.",,35,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,In Re 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/in-re-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,In Re 14.6,Rose,US,"This is a good, everyday blush wine. It straddles the line between dry and sweet, with raspberry, strawberry, vanilla and cinnamon flavors, brightened with zesty acidity.",Sea Flower Dry,15,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Deep Sea 2009 Sea Flower Dry Rosé (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deep-sea-2009-flower-dry-rose-central-coast/,Rosé,2009,Deep Sea 14,Red,Argentina,"Earthy and spicy up front, with modest heat and floral aromas. There's not much structure or body here, but it's juicy and just tasty enough due to good candied berry and plum flavors. A regular but steady everyday Cab.",,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Manuel Villafañe 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-manuel-villafane-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Don Manuel Villafañe 13.5,Red,Argentina,"The focus here is on red fruits and zest more than richness and weight. The palate is snappy, with raspberry and red plum flavors along with vanilla shadings. Candied and just full enough on the finish, with mild herbal notes.",Oak Cask,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Conquista 2009 Oak Cask Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conquista-2009-oak-cask-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Conquista 13.5,Red,US,"Not quite ripe, with some veggie notes, but otherwise, this is a nice, polished wine, dry, full-bodied and spicy, with smooth tannins and some good cherry and blackberry fruit.",Frediani Vineyard,40,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,OnThEdge 2008 Frediani Vineyard Charbono (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/onthedge-2008-frediani-vineyard-italian-red-charbono-napa-valley/,Charbono,2008,OnThEdge 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Syrupy smelling on first take, with bacon, rubber and herb aromas. The palate has a healthy, full feel and a mixed bag of not fully connected flavors including herbs, spice, dried fennel and sweet berry fruits. A somewhat odd tasting blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon and 45% Merlot.",Dos Fincas,13,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Carlos Basso 2009 Dos Fincas Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2009-fincas-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2009,Carlos Basso 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Fiery, spicy, herbal black fruit aromas set up a tight, herbal palate with oak in support. Flavors are sweet and also creamy due to ample oak, while the finish is light in fruit, with a tomato accent.",Natal,15,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alpamanta 2009 Natal Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpamanta-2009-natal-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Alpamanta 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Earthy aromas suggest red cabbage and olive more than bright, ripe berry. The palate is chunky and clampy, with jammy, overly broad black fruit flavors that finish on the stewed and herbal side. Concentrated, massive and clumsy.",Grand Reserve,19,84,Other,San Juan,,Graffigna 2007 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-2007-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-san-juan/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Graffigna 13,Red,Portugal,"A purely fruity wine, without wood aging, this is soft and light. The red berry fruits are balanced with an herbal character that leaves an edge of green on the finish.",Vinzelo Tinto,,84,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2009 Vinzelo Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2009-vinzelo-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Quinta de Ventozelo 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Fruit, acidity and some attractive tannins emerge on a wine that has freshness, red currant fruits, tasting on the lean side.",Ventozelo QV,13,84,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2008 Ventozelo QV Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2008-qv-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta de Ventozelo 14.9,Red,US,"This wine is fundamentally sound, but excessively sweet and extracted in cherry and prune juice flavors. It feels flabby and cloying, although the acidity is fine. Not going anywhere.",Regan Vineyard Reserve,28,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Villa del Monte 2009 Regan Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-monte-2009-regan-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Villa del Monte 14.8,Red,US,"Nicely dry and silky, with good, crisp acidity. But the berry and cola flavors are very thin, and the finish is watery.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Deep Sea 2008 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deep-sea-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Deep Sea 12,Red,Portugal,"Lightweight, attractive, very juicy wine. It is a great pizza wine, with its edge of tannins and lively acidity. Drink this year.",Tuga,10,84,Douro,,,Castello d'Alba 2009 Tuga Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalba-2009-tuga-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Castello d'Alba 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Pointed, sharp aromas leave an angular bouquet. The rest of the wine is jumpy, furry and a bit funky, with pointed plum and raspberry flavors and then a toasty, oaky finish with bitterness, heat and leftover butter flavors.",Reserva,20,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2008 Reserva Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2008-reserva-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2008,Bodega Norton 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Full and robust, but also brambly and a touch green and minty on the nose. The palate is thick, creamy and rough, with herbal berry and dry oak flavors. Finishes herbal and chocolaty.",,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argento 2009 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argento-2009-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2009,Argento 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Candied blueberry and syrupy aromas jump from the glass. The palate, however, is tangy and underdeveloped, with herbal, sharp flavors of boysenberry and black raspberry. Not a lot to the finish other than heat and licorice.",,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Budini 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/budini-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Budini 13.5,Red,US,"A pleasant Cabernet, soft and fruity, with pretty blackberry, cherry and cola flavors, and a kiss of sweet oak.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kenwood 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and light smelling, with sugar cookie and blueberry aromas. The palate is medium in weight, with snappy acids and dry, lightly herbal flavors of raspberry and red plum. Mostly fresh on the finish, but with little volume or follow through.",,7,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,La Vuelta 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vuelta-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,La Vuelta 13.5,Rose,France,"Pink in color, certainly, and soft in texture. The wine is perfumed, flavored with attractive red currants and gentle acidity.",Pink Floyd,25,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Miraval 2010 Pink Floyd Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-miraval-2010-pink-floyd-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château Miraval 13.5,Red,US,"This simple, direct Cabernet appeals for its blackberry, licorice and sweet mocha flavors. It's a soft wine for drinking with everyday fare.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bridlewood 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bridlewood 13,Rose,Portugal,Touches of caramel and bright red cherry fruit give this pink-colored wine a great lift. It's as fresh as possible for summer drinking.,Rosé,12,84,Tejo,,,Quinta da Alorna 2010 Rosé Touriga Nacional (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2010-rose-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-tejo/,Touriga Nacional,2010,Quinta da Alorna 14,Red,Argentina,"Best on the nose, which is floral as it mixes in big black fruit notes and coconut. The palate has a creamy, grabby feel and then confected flavors of carob, vanilla and baked berry. Finishes heavy and very sweet, i.e. syrupy.",Premium,13,84,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Piattelli 2009 Premium Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piattelli-2009-premium-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2009,Piattelli 13.4,Red,Argentina,"Fiery berry aromas come across sort of rough and scratchy. The palate is softer and more creamy, with vanilla, berry and pepper flavors. Finishes toasty and peppery, albeit slightly bitter.",,17,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Medanos 2009 Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medanos-2009-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2009,Medanos 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Mulchy on the nose, with compost, leather and purple fruit notes. There's decent body to the wine but the flavors are stalky and green, with burnt, stemmy leftovers on the finish. A blend of 60% Malbec and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Proprietor's Reserve Blend,24,84,Other,Patagonia,,Nemesio 2007 Proprietor's Reserve Blend Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nemesio-2007-proprietors-reserve-blend-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-patagonia/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Nemesio ,Red,US,"A thin wine, with a quick strawberry/cranberry entry, that resolves into an acidic, mouth-puckering, generic red. It's fine for chilling and drinking as a simple café red, but not priced for that market.",Ruby Vineyard,34,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Apolloni 2008 Ruby Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apolloni-2008-ruby-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Apolloni 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Yes, there is some elegance here as well as rich fruit and sweet perfumed juiciness. It's attractively fruity, uncomplex. Screwcap.",Aya Elegant,,84,Alentejano,,,Logowines 2008 Aya Elegant Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/logowines-2008-aya-elegant-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Logowines 13.5,Red,US,"Pale in color and light in body, this simple Pinot has a gassy, bubblegummy taste, with a raspberry sweetness. It's almost like a minor Beaujolais.",Votre Sante,14,84,California,California Other,California,Francis Ford Coppola 2009 Votre Sante Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2009-votre-sante-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Francis Ford Coppola 14.1,White,US,"Apparently made from Bordeaux varieties, this wine is crisp and overtly sweet. It has simple, jammy flavors of pineapples, lemons and limes.",Cuvée Blanc Galleron Road Vineyard,34,84,California,Napa,Rutherford,Greyscale 2008 Cuvée Blanc Galleron Road Vineyard White (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greyscale-2008-cuvee-blanc-galleron-road-vineyard-white-napa-rutherford/,White Blend,2008,Greyscale 14.6,White,US,"Not many wineries hold Chardonnay for nearly four years, but Hendry did. Unfortunately, the wine is losing fruit fast. It's dry, acidic and earthy, with mushroom and pineapple flavors. Drink up.",Barrel Fermented,25,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2007 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2007-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Hendry 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Heavily roasted and charred on the nose, with elements of roasted nuts and tire rubber. The palate is full and chunky, but with spiky acids that illuminate a salty character on the otherwise berry flavor profile. Finishes heavy and baked.",Trumpeter,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2009 Trumpeter Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2009-trumpeter-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Rutini 13.5,White,Portugal,"An herbal wine, with leak, green fruits and lime zest. It is very textured, spicy, while also fresh.",Vinzelo Branco,,84,Douro,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2010 Vinzelo Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2010-vinzelo-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2010,Quinta de Ventozelo 11.5,Red,Portugal,"An attractively light wine, showing its cool climate origin, with red currant fruit and juicy acidity. It's a great summer red, maybe even slightly chilled.",Coreto Tinto,6,84,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Coreto Tinto Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-coreto-tinto-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,DFJ Vinhos 21,Red,US,"Very sweet in sugary blackberry, chocolate and caramel flavors, with a flourish of acidity. But it's burning hot, with 21% alcohol by volume.",Our Sweet Petite,40,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,David Fulton 2006 Our Sweet Petite Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-fulton-2006-our-sweet-petite-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,David Fulton 13.5,White,US,"This sugary sweet wine will be enjoyed by lots of people who like this style of Chardonnay. It has rich flavors of pineapples, oranges and vanilla.",Pinnacles Ranches,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Estancia 2009 Pinnacles Ranches Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2009-pinnacles-ranches-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Estancia 14.1,Red,Argentina,"Light and rusty in color, with lean aromas of baked fruits and maple. The palate is tight and spicy, with baked fruit and plenty of dry oak. Potent, hot and spicy on the finish.",,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valentín Bianchi 2009 Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2009-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2009,Valentín Bianchi 14.3,White,US,"Though the alcohol lists at 14.3%, this seems thin and flat. There's little depth to the one-dimensional, green fruit flavors, a hint of plastic and some burn in the finish.",Reserve,18,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Silvan Ridge 2008 Reserve Viognier (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2008-reserve-viognier-southern-rogue-valley/,Viognier,2008,Silvan Ridge 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Opens with heat and brambly, scratchy aromas of black cherry. The palate is round if a bit sticky, with sweet, candied berry flavors. Round, sticky and sweet as well on the finish, with vanilla notes.",Urban Uco,14,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2009 Urban Uco Tempranillo (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2009-urban-uco-tempranillo-uco-valley/,Tempranillo,2009,O. Fournier 15.3,Red,US,"A soft, hot, funky wine. Despite a wealth of berry, chocolate and spice flavors, high alcohol gives it a chile pepper burn.",Block 28,35,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2007 Block 28 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2007-block-28-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Hendry 14.5,Red,France,"A bit rustic in style, with clove and sweaty leather notes framing slightly soft, plummy fruit. Drink now.",Cuvée Vincent,15,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de Châteaumar 2009 Cuvée Vincent Syrah (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chateaumar-2009-cuvee-vincent-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cotes/,Syrah,2009,Domaine de Châteaumar 13.9,Red,US,"A rustic, simple Merlot. It's soft and a little sweet in jammy fruit flavors, and isn't showing much depth.",,29,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaver Creek 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaver-creek-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Beaver Creek 14.9,Red,US,"A simple, sugary wine, with candied berry, anise and cocoa flavors, wrapped into soft tannins.",,19,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Buehler 2009 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buehler-2009-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Buehler 12,White,Italy,"Soft and easy with sweet flavors of peach and melon, Bolla delivers an internationally recognized definition of Soave. The wine would wash down nicely with fried calamari or Indian samosa.",,9,84,Veneto,Soave,,Bolla 2010 Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2010-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Bolla 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Foxy initial aromas settle on wild berry, licorice and shoe polish. This is a big, extracted, untamed wine with a grapey mouthfeel and dark, peppery, underdeveloped berry flavors. Narrows down on the finish, which ends mildly salty and bitter.",Reserva,20,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2008 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2008-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Bodega Norton 14.7,Red,US,"Tightly wound and a little muted, without much fruit on the nose or palate until the finish, which ends sweet. The Cab spent 26 months in barrel and is blended with 1% Petit Verdot.",,22,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Albeno Munari 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albeno-munari-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Albeno Munari 13,Red,Argentina,"A bit heavy and jammy on the nose. The palate is more pointed and acidic, with flavors of roasted berry, herbal plum and spice. Turns more juicy and acid-driven as it opens, and then finishes herbal, spicy and grabby.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Aconga 2009 Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aconga-2009-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Aconga 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a bright pink sparkling rosé with aromas of lemon drop, soda and berry bubblegum. This easygoing wine should be served at informal occasions like picnics or at boardwalk cafés.",Il Vino dei Poeti Rosé Brut,,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Bottega NV Il Vino dei Poeti Rosé Brut Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bottega-nv-il-vino-poeti-rose-brut-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Bottega 14,Red,Portugal,"You want rich fruit, here it is. The wine is soft, with dense, sweet plum flavors followed by milk chocolate smoothness. Drink now. Screwcap.",Cape Roca Fisherman,13,84,Tejo,,,Casca Wines 2009 Cape Roca Fisherman Red (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2009-cape-roca-fisherman-red-tejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Casca Wines 14,Red,Portugal,"Light mouthfeel to this cinnamon- and herb-flavored wine. The fruit shows through with a black jelly character. Soft, rounded, ready for drinking.",,7,84,Alentejano,,,Finisterra 2009 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finisterra-2009-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Finisterra 13,Red,Argentina,"Medicinal black cherry aromas turn heavier and more prune-like with air. The palate is reasonably solid and healthy in feel, but monotonous and devoid of layering. Tastes tangy, zesty and mostly clean, with slightly baked flavors and a spot of heat.",,7,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Funky Llama 13,White,Argentina,"A bit stalky on the nose, with tropical aromas and lychee. The palate is a little broken down and heavy, with flat citrus and lychee flavors. Finishes wan, with dried apricot notes.",,15,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Espuela del Gaucho 2010 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espuela-gaucho-2010-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Espuela del Gaucho 14.4,Red,US,"There's a lot of funkiness in this wine, which smells like sweaty leather. The flavors are deep and spicy, and the tannins are rich and fine, but that funkiness is a turnoff.",Red Wine,38,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2006 Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2006-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Hendry 13.5,White,US,"Sweet and sour, this Sauvignon Blanc has sugary pineapple, lemon and lime flavors, with tart acidity and a clean, spicy finish.",,14,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Station 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-station-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Napa Station 13.9,Rose,US,"A southern Rhône-style blend based on Mourvèdre, this blush wine is crisp and clean, with raspberry and spice flavors, but it's too sweet for a table wine.",,17,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Quivira 2010 Rosé (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2010-rose-north-coast/,Rosé,2010,Quivira 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Jammy and savory on the nose, and not entirely familiar smelling. The palate has a clacky, narrow feel and then zesty, almost salty flavors mixed with semisour berry fruit notes. Peristent, but also not delivering enough fruit and sweetness to match the wine's salty, savory element.",Reserve,15,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2009 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2009-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Cruz Alta 14.5,Red,France,"Made solely from old-vine Grenache, this stands out as a horse of a different color in a flight of traditional Châteauneuf-du-Papes. It does boast a lovely suppleness and silky texture, but the aromas and flavors are strange—a sort of medicinal cherry meets boiled vegetables.",Cuvée Spéciale,73,84,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Tardieu-Laurent 2008 Cuvée Spéciale Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tardieu-laurent-2008-cuvee-speciale-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Tardieu-Laurent 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Hard, earthy aromas are o.k., while the palate has a tough, clipped mouthfeel along with snappy, narrow raspberry flavors. Shows pop, heat, pepper and mild bitterness on the finish. Standard and simple; 40% Malbec with 30% each Merlot and Cab Sauvignon.",,17,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapezio 2008 Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapezio-2008-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2008,Trapezio 12,White,Italy,"A touch of effervescence is evident in the appearance here, but otherwise this screwcap Garganega-based white wine delivers loads of citrus, peach and sage. An initial hint of sulphur blows off after a few minutes in the glass.",Càmi,20,84,Veneto,Veronese,,Ronca 2008 Càmi Garganega (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronca-2008-cami-italian-white-garganega-veronese/,Garganega,2008,Ronca 15.4,White,US,"Already tasting a little old and tired, with the fruit fading and turning mushroomy. But it's not unpleasant, with a dried fruit spiciness. Drink quickly before it disappears.",Saralee's Vineyard,16,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2008 Saralee's Vineyard Marsanne-Roussanne (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2008-saralees-vineyard-rhone-style-white-blend-marsanne-roussanne-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Marsanne-Roussanne,2008,Joseph Swan Vineyards 13.8,Red,US,"Plenty of blackberry, cherry and mocha fruit flavors in this sugary sweet Cabernet. It's a sound, full-bodied everyday sipper.",,22,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kunde 13.5,White,US,"As sweet as a cream puff, with marshmallow, lemon custard and vanilla flavors. Think of it as a decent dessert wine and drink accordingly.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2009 Chenin Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2009-chenin-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Lucas & Lewellen 13.1,Red,Argentina,"Weighty and a little damp smelling. Reflects its warm central Mendoza origins via herbal, chunky flavors of olive and leafy berry fruits. Dries out quickly, leaving earthy bacon flavors and slight bitterness.",Reserva,21,84,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Luigi Bosca 2009 Reserva Pinot Noir (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2009-reserva-pinot-noir-maipu/,Pinot Noir,2009,Luigi Bosca 14,Red,Argentina,"Opens with gumball aromas and also foresty spice and bramble. The palate is tight and tannic as it delivers standard red licorice, berry and leathery flavors. Finishes with some salty leather and that's about it.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Los Nevados 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-nevados-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Los Nevados 13,Red,US,"A simple Cabernet, the kind to drink at a party and not fuss. It's dry and smooth, with berry and herb flavors.",,13,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Heron 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Heron 13,Red,Argentina,"For a $5 wine, it offers pretty good red berry aromas along with a decent mouthfeel and proper acidity. The palate pops with red plum and raspberry flavors along with mild stalky, brambly notes that are more in the background than up front. Not overwhelming but doesn't disappoint.",,5,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zamarro 2009 Malbec-Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zamarro-2009-red-blend-malbec-bonarda-mendoza/,Malbec-Bonarda,2009,Zamarro 13.5,Red,France,"A medium-bodied, easy-drinking Côtes du Rhône, with modestly concentrated cherry fruit and some earthy elements. Drink now.",La Grivelière Tete de Cuvee,11,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Père Anselme 2009 La Grivelière Tete de Cuvee Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pere-anselme-2009-griveliere-tete-cuvee-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Père Anselme 14.2,White,US,"Made from some great vineyards, but tastes ordinary, with over-oaked flavors of citrus and tropical fruits. Strongly flavored, but coarse and sweet.",Highland,26,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2009 Highland Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2009-highland-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,Morgan 13,Red,Portugal,"Fresh and ripe red currant and berry fruits, bright acidity and a soft texture. Together these elements make an attractive, ready-to-drink wine.",Adega de Pias,13,84,Alentejano,,,Monte da Capela 2009 Adega de Pias Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-capela-2009-adega-pias-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Monte da Capela 13.2,Red,US,"Some unripe notes of vegetables mar this otherwise likeable wine. It's very dry and soft, with firm tannins and cherry, cocoa and cedar flavors.",,30,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artezin 2007 Charbono (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artezin-2007-italian-red-charbono-napa-valley/,Charbono,2007,Artezin 13.5,Red,US,"This is a candied, slightly sweet Pinot Noir, pretty rustic all around. Its acidity and sugary finish give it a raspberry and cherry, sweet and sour taste.",Director's,21,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Francis Coppola 2009 Director's Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-coppola-2009-directors-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Francis Coppola 14.4,Red,US,"Soft, sweet and simple, with sugared berry pie and spice flavors. Merlot, Zinfandel, Syrah and Sangiovese.",,10,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,friends.red 2009 Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/friendsred-2009-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2009,friends.red 12.5,Rose,France,"Soft caramel aromas lead to a light, fresh wine with attractive red berry fruits. It is an easy style, only a touch of texture. Screwcap.",Le Petit Rouvière,11,84,Provence,Vin de Pays Var,,Domaines Bunan 2010 Le Petit Rouvière Rosé (Vin de Pays Var),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-bunan-2010-le-petit-rouviere-rose-vin-pays-var/,Rosé,2010,Domaines Bunan 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Basic raspberry and strawberry aromas lead to a crisp, zesty palate with limited but juicy flavors of strawberry mixed with rhubarb. Light and quick on the finish, with freshness but not much length or body.",,11,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Cruz Alta 13,White,South Africa,"Faint suggestions of sweet smoke and beeswax mingle with the red apple and melon flavors, adding interest to this otherwise straightforward and easy drinking wine. Drink now.",Kosher,13,84,Paarl,,,Backsberg 2010 Kosher Chardonnay (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-2010-kosher-chardonnay-paarl/,Chardonnay,2010,Backsberg 13.5,Rose,South Africa,"Soft peach and wild berries lead the way on the nose, while the medium weight mouth offers a bit more fleshy stone fruit and watermelon flavors. The finish is dry and accented by hints of peppery spice.",The Wolftrap,11,84,Western Cape,,,Boekenhoutskloof 2010 The Wolftrap Rosé (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boekenhoutskloof-2010-wolftrap-rose-western-cape/,Rosé,2010,Boekenhoutskloof 14,White,South Africa,"There's a sweet edge to the nose of this wine, with aromas of sweet pineapple, guava and mango. The palate is cleaner with a more crisp, acidic edge that stays through the close.",Fynbos,14,85,Stellenbosch,,,Xavier Flouret 2010 Fynbos Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2010-fynbos-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Xavier Flouret 14,Red,Argentina,"Tight berry aromas lead the way, followed by a lively but aggressive palate with jammy, sweet, candied berry flavors. Turns a little syrupy and sweet on the finish, but overall it succeeds in a generic sort of way.",Reserva,19,85,Other,Famatina Valley,,Valle de la Puerta 2008 Reserva Bonarda (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-puerta-2008-reserva-other-red-bonarda-famatina-valley/,Bonarda,2008,Valle de la Puerta 13,White,Argentina,"Fresh and straightforward on the nose, with tropical fruit aromas. The palate is pulpy but good, with flavors of fruit punch and melon. Turns a little sweet and pithy on the finish, but holds it together. Perfectly good for the price.",Elsa,9,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valentín Bianchi 2010 Elsa Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2010-elsa-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Valentín Bianchi 12,White,Portugal,"A light, bright, deliciously lemony wine, with an attractive aromatic lift. Fruity, ready to drink now.",Vinha Conchas,9,85,Lisboa,,,Quinta da Cortezia 2010 Vinha Conchas White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-cortezia-2010-vinha-conchas-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2010,Quinta da Cortezia 14.4,Red,US,"A pleasant, easy-drinking Zin. Has rich flavors of cherries, raspberries, figs and spices. Pretty good barbecue wine for the price.",Old Vine,14,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Project Paso 2009 Old Vine Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/project-paso-2009-old-vine-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,Project Paso 14.8,Red,US,"Shows the difficulties of growing Sangiovese, even in posh Oakville. The wine is acidic and one-dimensional, with cherry jam, cola and oak flavors.",Salon Wine Selection,75,85,California,Napa,Oakville,Swanson 2006 Salon Wine Selection Sangiovese (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2006-salon-wine-selection-sangiovese-napa-oakville/,Sangiovese,2006,Swanson 14.1,Red,US,"This is a softly appealing yet ultimately simple wine. It's flamboyant in flavor, suggested buttered white toast, spread with raspberry jam and sprinkled with cinnamon. Ready now.",Corona Creek Vineyard,34,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Stomping Girl 2009 Corona Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stomping-girl-2009-corona-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Stomping Girl 13,White,South Africa,"Hints of savory herbs spice up this approachable Chard, adding character to the grilled red apple and sweet citrus oil core. The medium-length finish offers a touch of sweet smoke flavor to keep things interesting. Drink now.",Sarah,14,85,Simonsberg-Paarl,,,Vrede en Lust 2010 Sarah Chardonnay (Simonsberg-Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vrede-en-lust-2010-sarah-chardonnay-simonsberg-paarl/,Chardonnay,2010,Vrede en Lust 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Tangerine and citrus aromas give the bouquet an orangey element, and there's a pinch of oak and tarragon in there as well. The palate has a mild, buttery texture and creamy flavors of peach and apple. Honeyed and creamy on the simple finish.",Oak Cask,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2010 Oak Cask Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2010-oak-cask-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Trapiche 13.5,Red,US,"Even nearing the age of four, this wine can't quite overcome its rustic tannins and sharp finish, and never will. With rich blackberry and cassis flavors, it will wash down a nice steak.",Valley View Vineyard,32,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2007 Valley View Vineyard Petit Verdot (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2007-valley-view-vineyard-petit-verdot-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Petit Verdot,2007,Lucas & Lewellen 13.5,White,France,"A full wine, with soft, ripe, green plum and elderflower flavors. It has a spicy edge to it, almost a feeling of ground pepper. The acidity lends the shape.",,12,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Houchart 2010 White (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-houchart-2010-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Domaine Houchart 14,Red,US,"This is an everyday Pinot, with some classy features. It's silky and elegant in the mouth, with good acidity. The raspberry and cherry flavors are one-dimensional and sweet.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Carmel Road 2009 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-road-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2009,Carmel Road 12.5,White,Italy,"Clivus is a fresh and straightforward Soave Classico with aromas of wild flower and dried rosemary. The mouthfeel here is crisp, compact and streamlined.",Clivus,13,85,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Cantina di Monteforte 2010 Clivus (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-monteforte-2010-clivus-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Cantina di Monteforte 12.5,White,Italy,"This naturally rich Soave Classico opens with floral, soapy aromas of honeysuckle and yellow rose. The texture is dense and heavy, although a fresh acidic component helps keep it balanced.",Cà del Vento,,85,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Canoso 2009 Cà del Vento (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoso-2009-ca-vento-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Canoso 13,Red,Portugal,"Soft, ripe, juicy wine, full of bright red berry fruits, soft tannins and a light structure. The wine is ready to drink, the final flavor lifted by acidity.",Fonte do Beco,8,85,Setubal,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Fonte do Beco Castelão (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-fonte-beco-portuguese-red-castelao-setubal/,Castelão,2008,DFJ Vinhos 13,Red,Portugal,"Bright red-fruited wine, its acidity well blended into the soft, full fruit. The wine has spice, toast, wild herbs.",Casa do Lago,9,85,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Casa do Lago Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-casa-lago-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,DFJ Vinhos 14.5,Red,US,"This is a sweet, fruity, soft Syrah. With raspberry, cherry, mocha and cinnamon spice flavors, it tastes like a liquid granola health bar.",Estate,28,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2008 Estate Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2008-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2008,Clos La Chance 14,Red,Argentina,"An intimidating wine in that it's dark, huge and heavy. The nose is a roasted mass of tar, rubber, smoke and baked berry fruit. It's thick and fleshy in the mouth, with flavors of cola, chocolate, blackberry and blueberry. Minty and warm late, and overall it's more about color and size than refinement.",Año Cero,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Altocedro 2010 Año Cero Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altocedro-2010-ano-cero-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Altocedro 13.5,White,US,"Bogle's knack for producing value wines shows again in this crisp, flavorful Riesling. It's a little sweet, with orange, mango and vanilla flavors balanced by zesty acidity.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2009 Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2009-riesling-other/,Riesling,2009,Bogle 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Miraval Prosecco opens with a pungent tone that masks some of the initial freshness of the fruit. But give this luminous sparkling wine a few minutes to aerate and it delivers pretty layers of peach, citrus and honey.",Miraval Extra Dry Millesimato,22,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bellenda 2009 Miraval Extra Dry Millesimato (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellenda-2009-miraval-extra-dry-millesimato-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,Bellenda 13,White,Italy,"Il Roccolo Soave Classico opens with a bright golden color and thick aromas of candied lemon, apricot and almond paste. There's a sweet note in the mouth that is just shy of tasting too heavy or fat.",Il Roccolo,22,85,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Le Mandolare 2009 Il Roccolo (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-mandolare-2009-il-roccolo-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Le Mandolare 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Sweet berry aromas are a bit warm and herbal, while the palate has good feel and soft, earthy flavors of herbs and generic berry fruit. Light on the finish, with a slight leafy note. Has good mouthfeel and doesn't overdo it.",,12,85,Other,Famatina Valley,,Las Vides 2010 Malbec (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-vides-2010-malbec-famatina-valley/,Malbec,2010,Las Vides 14,Red,Argentina,"A little savory on the nose, with medicinal red berry aromas. The palate is medium in intensity and regular in feel, with earthy, herbal flavors of cherry and raspberry. Shows a meaty hint on a short, average finish.",Clásico,13,85,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Bodega Goulart 2010 Clásico Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-goulart-2010-clasico-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2010,Bodega Goulart 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's a simple and refreshing Soave Classico with a friendly bouquet comprised of fruit, floral and mineral components. Pair this wine with finger foods or appetizers.",,,85,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Canoso 2009 Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoso-2009-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Canoso 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Packaged in an eye-catching gold bottle, this cheerful Italian sparkling wine opens with floral tones of jasmine and honeysuckle followed by a thin, easygoing mouthfeel. This is a great bubbly to serve at birthday parties or anniversaries.",Il Vino dei Poeti Gold Brut,,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Bottega NV Il Vino dei Poeti Gold Brut Glera (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bottega-nv-il-vino-poeti-gold-brut-italian-white-glera-veneto/,Glera,,Bottega 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This pink sweet sparkling wine opens with sweet notes of raspberry, vanilla cream, cinnamon and a touch of white pepper. The smooth mouthfeel is supported by fizzy effervescence. Incrocio Manzoni 13.0.25 was created in the 1930's by Italian professor Luigi Mazoni and is a cross between Raboso del Piave and Moscato d'Amburgo grapes.",Manzoni Moscato Rosé,12,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Bonotto delle Tezze NV Manzoni Moscato Rosé Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonotto-delle-tezze-nv-manzoni-moscato-rose-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Bonotto delle Tezze 13,White,South Africa,"With 2,000 cases imported, here's a value white composed of 80% Chenin Blanc and 20% Sauvignon Blanc. Green apple flesh and orange rind are lifted by notes of crushed yellow flowers, while green plum flavors flesh out the medium-weight mouth. Drink now.",Oak Lane,9,85,Stellenbosch,,,Beau Joubert 2010 Oak Lane Chenin Blanc-Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beau-joubert-2010-oak-lane-white-blend-chenin-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc-Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Beau Joubert 14,Red,South Africa,This medium-weight blend of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon is flavorful and juicy with notes of black plum and berry accented by savory herbs. The finish is clean and lively and the palate soft. Drink now.,Oak Lane,9,85,Stellenbosch,,,Beau Joubert 2009 Oak Lane Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beau-joubert-2009-oak-lane-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Beau Joubert 13,White,US,"A little on the sweet side, with lemonade and pineapple juice flavors that are sugared. Crisp acidity fortunately provides a clean finish to this slightly oaked Sauvignon Blanc.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2010-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Brander 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of sweet raspberry, cherry and sugar-coated doughnut flavors in this simple little Pinot. It has the virtues of silkiness and good acidity. Drink now.",Huntington,19,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Pali 2009 Huntington Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2009-huntington-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pali 12.5,Rose,France,"Very light in flavor and texture, the wine has hints of strawberry flavors with acidity and a crisp, clean character.",,12,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Miradou 2010 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miradou-2010-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Miradou 13,White,Argentina,"Light and lemony aromas blend into lychee scents, while the palate is textured and fairly full, with dry, melony flavors along with green fruit and lychee. Finishes full, with moderate intensity. A quaffing wine to drink now.",,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Notro 2010 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/notro-2010-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Notro 12.5,Rose,France,"This wine is refreshing, its red fruit juice laced with acidity and a touch of herbs. Easy and light to drink.",Cuvée Victoria,16,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Andrieux & Fils 2010 Cuvée Victoria Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrieux-fils-2010-cuvee-victoria-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Andrieux & Fils 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Fiery and clipped on the nose, but then it settles onto red fruits and candy notes. The palate shows good grip and a proper but basic feel, with generic red berry and currant flavors. Solid on the finish; good in a common way.",Colección,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma del Sur 2009 Colección Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-sur-2009-coleccion-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Alma del Sur 13.8,White,US,"The vineyard needs a warm vintage to fully ripen, which 2010 definitely wasn't. The wine is acidic and green, with an ammonia edge to the pineapples, mangoes and limes.",Magnolia Lane,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2010 Magnolia Lane Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2010-magnolia-lane-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Kunde 14,Red,Argentina,"The bouquet is floral and lightly jammy, with berry aromas and a savory note or two. Turns a touch soupy and salty in the mouth, where the red fruit flavors thin out quickly. Finishes without much punch, but at least it's solid.",,18,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ksana 2008 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ksana-2008-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2008,Ksana 13.5,White,South Africa,"Green apple and gooseberry are at the forefront here, spotted with nuances of dandelion and dill weed. The mouthfeel is light and zippy with a fresh finish.",,15,85,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2009-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Ken Forrester 15.4,Red,US,"An awkward Zin, very high in alcohol (15.4%), yet a bit thin in berry-cherry fruit. It shows some unevenly ripened flavors.",Buchignani Vineyard,28,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Keating 2009 Buchignani Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keating-2009-buchignani-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Keating 13.5,Red,US,"Light and fruity, with simple cherry fruit making this a good wine to chill and sip on a hot summer day. There is a streak of stemmy tannins in the astringent finish.",,16,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Highland Springs 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highland-springs-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other-columbia-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Highland Springs 13.5,White,Portugal,"An earthbound white, with a rustic edge to it, while also having acidity and white fruits. A bitter almond character gives shape and texture.",Branco,20,85,Setubal,,,Herdade da Comporta 2009 Branco White (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-comporta-2009-branco-white-setubal/,Portuguese White,2009,Herdade da Comporta 14.5,Red,US,"With a rustic mouthfeel and lots of zesty spices, this fruity Cab Franc will easily wash down lusty dishes like short ribs, spare ribs and Szechuan beef.",Valley View Vineyard,28,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2007 Valley View Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2007-valley-view-vineyard-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Lucas & Lewellen 14,Red,Argentina,"Dark, smoky and charred on the nose, with herbal black fruit sitting under that. Call it a saturated cheek-grabber with rubbery tannins and sweet flavors of plum and blackberry. Shows coffee and toast in front of herbal, salty finishing notes.",Reserva,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tamarí 2009 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamari-2009-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Tamarí 14,White,South Africa,"Baked red apple, orange supremes and honeydew all abound in the bouquet and mouth of this easy-drinking Chard. A touch of honey lingers on the medium length finish. With 19,000 cases imported, this should be an easy to find value priced wine.",,9,85,Robertson,,,Rooiberg 2010 Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooiberg-2010-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2010,Rooiberg 12,White,Italy,This bright and luminous Soave delivers a fruit and floral-based bouquet with undertones of citrus and Golden Delicious apple. Pair this wine with tomato and basil bruschetta.,Excelsa Castelforte,10,85,Veneto,Soave,,Riondo 2010 Excelsa Castelforte (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riondo-2010-excelsa-castelforte-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Riondo 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Light and red in style, with food-friendly acidity and good overall balance and presence. Has sheer qualities and crisp fruit flavors, but it's not sour or too edgy. Smells like Pinot and tastes like it, too.",Oak Cask,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2010 Oak Cask Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2010-oak-cask-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2010,Trapiche 13,White,US,"Simple and sweet, with sugared tangerine and vanilla flavors, enriched with caramelized oak. The blend is mostly Viognier, with Roussanne and Marsanne.",La Naris,28,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sheldon 2009 La Naris White (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldon-2009-naris-white-sonoma-coast/,White Blend,2009,Sheldon 13.9,Red,US,"This is a light-bodied, somewhat simple Pinot Noir. It's not quite ripe, with some vegetal flavors, but there's enough raspberry and cherry fruit to make it polished, and the mouthfeel is nice and silky.",,18,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Elizabeth Rose 2009 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elizabeth-rose-2009-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Elizabeth Rose 12,Red,Portugal,The name Quartetto refers to the blend of four grapes that produce an openly soft wine with good acidity and a gentle structure. For drinking now.,Monte da Cal Quartetto,10,85,Alentejano,,,Dão Sul 2008 Monte da Cal Quartetto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2008-monte-cal-quartetto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Dão Sul 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Brambly and leafy on the nose and palate, with tight acidity and reedy, peppery flavors that suggest foresty raspberry. The finish is equally peppery, herbal and leafy, but overall it's not green or unappealing. A natural wine in that it's unoaked.",,11,85,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Coiron 2009 Malbec (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coiron-2009-malbec-maipu/,Malbec,2009,Coiron 12.5,Red,Portugal,"Red berry, toast, vanilla and soft tannins. A wine that is fruity, ready to drink.",Pegos Claros,10,85,Palmela,,,Companhia das Quintas 2007 Pegos Claros Castelão (Palmela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2007-pegos-claros-portuguese-red-castelao-palmela/,Castelão,2007,Companhia das Quintas 13,White,South Africa,"Crisp and refreshing with bright flavors of Granny Smith apple, white peach and sweet citrus. Round in the mouth but balanced by brisk acidity. Drink now.",,11,85,Western Cape,,,KWV 2010 Steen (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2010-chenin-blanc-steen-western-cape/,Steen,2010,KWV 14,Red,South Africa,"Herbal and spicy, here's an easygoing Merlot that's perfect for entertaining. Pepper and anise add character to the black fruit core, and the pronounced acidity keeps things lively and clean on the finish.",,11,85,Western Cape,,,KWV 2008 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2008-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2008,KWV 13.5,White,Italy,"Ferdi is a thick, dense expression of Garganega with lingering tones of candied fruit and mature melon. A much-needed dash of acidity brings up the rear.",Ferdi,16,85,Veneto,Veronese,,Sartori 2008 Ferdi Garganega (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2008-ferdi-italian-white-garganega-veronese/,Garganega,2008,Sartori 15,Red,Portugal,"The wine feels huge, showing its alcohol—maybe too much—with a touch of pepper. The black plum fruit flavors are fully ripe with only a hint of acidity.",Vértice Grande Reserva,35,85,Douro,,,Caves Transmontanas 2008 Vértice Grande Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-transmontanas-2008-vertice-grande-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Caves Transmontanas 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Dark and rubbery on the nose, with a slight pickle-and-olive accent but mostly black fruit aromas. Juicy and also stout in terms of feel, with blackberry and herbal flavors. Finishes with a touch of buttery oak, chocolate and toast.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tilia 2009 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tilia-2009-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2009,Tilia 13.4,Red,US,"Simple and sweet, with raspberry and cola flavors, this Pinot has a lot to offer. But it lacks structure and dryness. Drink now.",Lauterbach Hill,38,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Stomping Girl 2009 Lauterbach Hill Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stomping-girl-2009-lauterbach-hill-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Stomping Girl 13,White,South Africa,"Fresh grass, vibrant citrus and tart gooseberry fill the nose and mouth, making this an approachable and clean white perfect for pairing with lighter chicken and fish dishes. 70% Chenin Blanc and 30% Sauvignon Blanc; drink now.",Polkadraai,10,85,Polkadraai Hills,,,Stellenbosch Hills 2010 Polkadraai Chenin Blanc-Sauvignon Blanc (Polkadraai Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stellenbosch-hills-2010-polkadraai-white-blend-chenin-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-polkadraai-hills/,Chenin Blanc-Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Stellenbosch Hills 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Soft wine, it shows attractive red berry fruits and the lightest of tannins with its fresh, juicy character. Ready to drink now.",Monsaraz,12,85,Alentejo,,,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 2009 Monsaraz Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooperativa-reguengos-monsaraz-2009-monsaraz-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2009,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 13,Rose,France,"In its bottle reminiscent of an old-style gin bottle, this is certainly a stand-out in terms of appearance. The wine is less interesting, pale in color, fat in style.",Eternelle Favorite,22,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château de Saint-Martin 2010 Eternelle Favorite Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-saint-martin-2010-eternelle-favorite-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château de Saint-Martin 13,Red,US,"A pretty good Merlot for the price. It's dry and velvety, with ripe flavors of cherries, raspberries and cola. Drink with anything calling for a medium-bodied red wine.",,13,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Heron 2009 Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2009-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Merlot,2009,Heron 6.5,Sparkling,US,"A Prosecco style, with residual sugar at 12% and alcohol down around 6.5%. Just a little on the sugary side, though the acidity helps cut through, and the light spritz gives it a refreshing tingle. Fine for sipping chilled in the hot weather.",Semi-Sparkling Early,14,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Silvan Ridge 2009 Semi-Sparkling Early Muscat (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2009-semi-sparkling-early-muscat-other/,Muscat,2009,Silvan Ridge 13,Rose,France,"Very pale in color, this is a lightly fruity wine that feels fresh, light in flavor, with a final caramel note.",Inspire,28,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Roubine 2010 Inspire Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roubine-2010-inspire-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château Roubine 14,White,South Africa,"Soft nuances of baby powder and orange blossom mix with the nectarine and barely ripe honeydew flavors. The palate is lively and brisk, and the vibrant acidity lends itself perfectly to the mouthwatering close. Drink now.",,10,85,Robertson,,,Excelsior 2010 Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/excelsior-2010-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2010,Excelsior 14.5,White,US,"Powerful and intense in flavors of pineapples, mangoes, sweet cream and buttered popcorn, with good acidity. Flamboyant, but it feels over-worked and too sweet.",Reserve,20,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Estancia 2007 Reserve Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2007-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2007,Estancia 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery and roasted on first impression, with jammy berry aromas coming out later. The palate runs soft to the point of almost being mushy, while it tastes of baked black plum, fig and grape juice. Soft all around, with just enough vitality.",Prestige Vineyards,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Massimo 2009 Prestige Vineyards Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massimo-2009-prestige-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Massimo 13,White,Portugal,"Simple, fruity lemon-and melon-flavored wine. The acidity is well integrated with the more rounded texture, finishing soft and fruity.",Branco,7,85,Alentejano,,,Finisterra 2009 Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finisterra-2009-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2009,Finisterra 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Raspberry, plum and subtle oak aromas lead to a snappy, crisp, high-acid palate with pie cherry, raspberry and plum flavors. There isn't much finish or extras here; basic and well cut.",,13,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Four Aces 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-aces-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Four Aces 13,Rose,France,"Ripe wine with light acidity and flavors of red currants, caramel and spice. There is a full-bodied feel to the finish.",,,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine du Jas d'Esclans 2010 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jas-desclans-2010-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Domaine du Jas d'Esclans 13.5,Red,US,"Acidic and rustic, but rich in fruit, this Cab shows lots of cherries, blackberries and briary wild berries. It's an easy wine to drink, and the price is pretty good.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Cable Car 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cable-car-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Cable Car 15.3,Red,US,"A decent Merlot that shows berry and cola fruit flavors, with a touch of oak and beautiful tannins. It's a little hot and funky. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",,35,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Barlow 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barlow-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Barlow 14.9,Red,US,"A disappointment after the fine 2006 and 2007. Shows some unripe notes alongside overripe flavors, resulting in imbalance. The tannins will probably never age out.",Old Vines,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 2008 Old Vines Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2008-old-vines-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Ballentine 13.4,White,Argentina,"Citrus blossom and tropical aromas are light and easy. The palate is melony and not too acidic, with standard Asian pear, lychee and citrus flavors. Lively on the finish, and solid overall for under $10.",,9,85,Other,Cafayate,,Acordeón 2010 Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acordeon-2010-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2010,Acordeón 12.5,White,Italy,"Bolla is an iconic name for Soave and this bright wine delivers all the ease and good cheer you can expect from an easy Italian white. Citrus and stone fruit aromas are followed by a soft, slightly sweet mouthfeel.",Rétro,10,85,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Bolla 2010 Rétro (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2010-retro-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Bolla 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Fairly ripe, full and attractive, with dark plum aromas. The palate has bounce, jump and a bit of acidic sharpness, while the plum and berry flavors are generic but good. Sweet on the finish; standard and healthy stuff.",,9,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Acordeón 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acordeon-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Acordeón 12.5,Rose,France,"A ripe and creamy style, with caramel and spicy red cherry flavors. Full, warm, only light on the acidity.",Signature,15,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château de Brigue 2010 Signature Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brigue-2010-signature-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château de Brigue 13.9,White,US,"Direct and sugary sweet in pineapple and tangerine flavors, this fruity Sauvignon Blanc fortunately is offset with bright acidity. The sweetness increases on the finish, making it almost a dessert wine.",Cuvée Nicolas,25,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 2010 Cuvée Nicolas Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-2010-cuvee-nicolas-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Brander 13,White,Argentina,"Floral and light on the nose, with lemon blossom and peach notes. The palate has a fresh feel courtesy of proper acidity, while the apple and pineapple flavors are nice. Finishes tropical, with good jump and bounce.",Picada 15,10,85,Other,Neuquén,,Bodega NQN 2010 Picada 15 White (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-nqn-2010-picada-15-white-neuquen/,White Blend,2010,Bodega NQN 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Well distributed in the USA and visible on many wine store shelves, Canella Prosecco is the kind of wine you'll want to buy in cases for picnic and outdoor summer events. The wine is easy and fresh with lively tones of stone fruit and citrus.",,17,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Canella NV Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canella-nv-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-132478/,Glera,,Canella 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,A slightly pungent aroma appears on first sniff but is soon followed by more enticing notes of stone fruit and melon. This bright sparkling wine offers clean effervescence and a slightly sweet aftertaste.,Extra Dry,17,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Case Bianche NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/case-bianche-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Case Bianche 14.5,White,US,"This bottling seems to be getting sweeter over the past vintages. The '08 is distinctly sugary, with jammy orange and lime flavors. It's cloying after the first sip.",,35,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Carmel Road 2008 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-road-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2008,Carmel Road 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,Peach syrup and honey add a dash of sweetness to the fragrant bouquet of this easy Italian sparkling wine. Tonic bubbling and crisp acidity keep the palate refreshed.,Extra Dry,12,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Il Follo NV Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-follo-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,Il Follo 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Brut Rosé opens with a very delicate raspberry color and light aromas of rose petal, cassis and small berries. Pair this refreshing sparkling wine with fried wontons in spicy sauce.",Brut Cuvée Rosé,15,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Il Follo NV Brut Cuvée Rosé Sparkling (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-follo-nv-brut-cuvee-rose-sparkling-veneto/,Sparkling Blend,,Il Follo 12.5,Red,US,"A simple Pinot Noir, with pleasant raspberry and cherry flavors. A little thin, but clean and varietally correct, with a nice, spicy finish.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Fat Cat 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fat-cat-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Fat Cat 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Reduced and limited up front, with grassy, sweet aromas of sweet plum and berry. The palate is big but muddled by soft, full-bodied flavors of beets, licorice and sweet fruits. Shows some green on the finish.",Saurus Select,17,85,Other,Patagonia,,Familia Schroeder 2008 Saurus Select Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2008-saurus-select-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2008,Familia Schroeder 13.5,Red,France,"A solid, well-made red, with a chorus of intertwined cherries, smoke and leather, grounded by an earthy, mineral-driven bass note. Perfect for washing down burgers and other casual fare.",Reserve,12,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Esprit du Rhône 2009 Reserve Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esprit-rhone-2009-reserve-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Esprit du Rhône 12,Red,Portugal,"Fresh berry fruits laced with acidity is the hallmark of this fruity wine. The tannins are light, with delicious ripe fruit, ready to drink now.",Cortello,10,85,Lisboa,,,Quinta do Gradil 2008 Cortello Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-gradil-2008-cortello-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Gradil 13.7,Rose,US,"Good acidity and juicy cherry flavors in this blush wine. But it's a little too sweet in extracted fruit, and palls after a sip or two. Drink now.",Rose of Syrah,25,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2010 Rose of Syrah Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2010-rose-syrah-napa-valley/,Rosé,2010,Peju ,Red,US,"A blend of Bishop Creek and Eyrie fruit. This has a hint of leather, leaf and some greenish tannins, and a tight core of brambly berry and cranberry fruit. Tannins are well managed and balanced to the wine; the leathery, barnyard flavors expand through the finish.",,47,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,BlackCap 2008 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackcap-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,BlackCap 13.5,Red,US,"A little thin in flavor, but dry and clean and properly varietal, with blackberry and cassis flavors and a spicy finish. For 10 bucks or less, it's a good buy.",The Usual Suspect,10,85,California,California Other,California,Big House 2009 The Usual Suspect Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-house-2009-usual-suspect-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Big House 12,White,Italy,Bertani gives us a clean and refreshing Soave that would pair with vegetable dishes or tuna salad. It's a perfect summer wine with an easy approach backed by fresh citrus and pear aromas.,,,85,Veneto,Soave,,Bertani 2010 Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2010-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Bertani 13,White,Argentina,"Light and airy, with almost neutral aromas except for some lemon. The palate is round and offers good acids that propel green apple and lime flavors. A basic wine with light aromatics and proper flavors.",Elsa Bianchi,9,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valentín Bianchi 2010 Elsa Bianchi Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2010-elsa-bianchi-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Valentín Bianchi 12.5,Red,Portugal,"An attractive, fruity wine for drinking now, this is full of approachable berry and red cherry fruits and fresh acidity.",Terras de Xisto,9,85,Alentejano,,,Roquevale 2009 Terras de Xisto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roquevale-2009-terras-xisto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Roquevale 13.8,Red,US,"A tough, gritty little Pinot Noir, not quite ripe. It smells and tastes of green mint and peppercorns, alongside the cherries and cola, and is rugged in texture.",,17,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Santa Barbara Winery 2009 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Santa Barbara Winery 14.2,White,US,"Made in the simple modern style of lots of caramelized oak and sweet fruit, with no particular subtlety. Shows powerful tangerine, pineapple, apple and honey flavors.",,30,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Terra Sonoma 2009 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-sonoma-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Terra Sonoma 13.5,Rose,France,"A simple, fruit-driven rosé, with strawberry, peach and citrus notes of modest intensity. This medium-bodied wine displays a slightly chalky note on the crisp finish.",Belleruche,12,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,M. Chapoutier 2010 Belleruche Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2010-belleruche-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,M. Chapoutier 14.5,Red,Portugal,"The juiciest fruit gives soft tannins while heightening the acidity. There is a cool element, despite the surface richness of the wine, of jam with a twist of lemon. For drinking now.",Cabernet Sauvignon/Aragonez,,85,Lisboa,,,Sanguinhal 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon/Aragonez Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguinhal-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-aragonez-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,Sanguinhal 13.5,White,Argentina,"Neutral on the nose except for some oak and floral notes. The palate is fleshy and a bit hollow in feel, with peach and sweet, almost sugary melon and pineapple flavors. Finishes like a melon ball, but at least the mouthfeel is good and not flabby.",,20,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2009 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2009-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Rutini 14,White,Argentina,"Floral aromas are soft, while the flavors of lychee and pear are sweet. Full, round and a touch oily in feel, this is more in the weighty, peachy style of the grape. Good but drink now, chilled.",,14,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Las Perdices 2010 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-las-perdices-2010-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Viña Las Perdices 12,White,Italy,Soave Pianello Excelsa boasts an attractively luminous and transparent design and packaging concept. The no-fuss wine inside shows tart citrus aromas with cheerful peach and pear endnotes.,Pianello Excelsa,10,85,Veneto,Soave,,Riondo 2010 Pianello Excelsa (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riondo-2010-pianello-excelsa-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Riondo 14.5,Red,US,"Gritty in tannins and rustic in the mouth, this Charbono also is deficient in acidity. With those reservations, it's dry and rich in cherry, cocoa and tobacco flavors.",,33,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tofanelli Family 2007 Charbono (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tofanelli-family-2007-italian-red-charbono-napa-valley/,Charbono,2007,Tofanelli Family ,White,US,"A firm, just-ripe-enough fruit core brings flavors of pear skin, citrus rind and apple. Basically it's a tart, crisp white wine, without distinguishing varietal character.",,15,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Silvan Ridge 2009 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2009,Silvan Ridge 14,Red,Argentina,"Dark, smoky aromas suggest prune, licorice, coconut and shoe polish. The palate is sharper than the color would indicate, while flavors of dark berry, licorice and plum vie with oak then bitterness. Pinched and tangy at points, but balanced by oaky softness. 65% Malbec with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.",Grand Reserve Trinita,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Piattelli 2008 Grand Reserve Trinita Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piattelli-2008-grand-reserve-trinita-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2008,Piattelli 12.5,Rose,France,"The ripe strawberry fruit is soft, with an edge of pepper and attractive acidity. It is less dry than some Provence rosés, giving an easy finish. Screwcap.",Estandon,,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Les Maîtres Vignerons de Saint-Louis 2010 Estandon Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maitres-vignerons-saint-louis-2010-estandon-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Les Maîtres Vignerons de Saint-Louis 13.5,Red,US,"On the light side, with cherry, cola and spice flavors, but nicely dry, with a good cut of acidity. It's an introductory Pinot Noir at a fair price.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Parducci 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Parducci 13.8,White,US,"Made in the popular style, this Chardonnay has ripe fruit flavors of pineapples, limes and mangoes, and strong oak notes of vanilla and buttered toast.",,17,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Kunde 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a soft Zinfandel, rich in berry, mocha and spice flavors that finish a little sweet. Drink now with barbecue, ham or even a BLT.",,17,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2007 Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Kunde 14.1,Rose,US,"Off-dry and rich in raspberry, orange zest, vanilla and cinnamon flavors, this blush is for those who like their wines on the sweet side. Nice with smoked meats, teriaki, roast chicken.",Victories,20,85,California,California Other,California,Fleming Jenkins 2010 Victories Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleming-jenkins-2010-victories-rose-other/,Rosé,2010,Fleming Jenkins 14.2,Red,US,"A decent Pinot, but a bit funky and sharp. Although this Pinot has jammy raspberry flavors, the mouthfeel is awkward, and the finish is simple and sweet. Disappointing from this prestigious winery.",Russian River Selection,42,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2008 Russian River Selection Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2008-russian-river-selection-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Gary Farrell 12.5,White,Portugal,"Crisp and lively wine, with delicate lemon and more forward melon and apricot flavors. Ready for an apéritif this summer.",Monte Alentejano Branco,8,85,Alentejano,,,DFJ Vinhos 2010 Monte Alentejano Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2010-monte-alentejano-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2010,DFJ Vinhos 13,Rose,France,"Very round, rich wine, with plum and sweet berry flavors and a layer of vanilla. It has a warm, ripe feel to it, with a chew of texture that makes it a wine best with food.",Cuvée Carolle,13,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de la Sauveuse 2010 Cuvée Carolle Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sauveuse-2010-cuvee-carolle-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de la Sauveuse 12.5,Rose,France,"A light pink/grey color on a wine that is equally light on flavor, feeling rather neutral. The acidity is attractive, but the fruit is limited.",Grande Réserve,22,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château de Saint-Martin 2010 Grande Réserve Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-saint-martin-2010-grande-reserve-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château de Saint-Martin 14,Red,Argentina,"Starts out with leathery, cheesy aromas; soon those scents evolve into red fruit aromas and vanilla. The palate is a bit tannic and tight, with medicinal cherry, cassis and peppery flavors. Crisp and sheer as well on the finish.",Estate,17,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2009 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2009-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Doña Paula 13,Red,Portugal,"Dominated by acidity, this is a wine that offers red and black currant fruits, very juicy, just smoothed by wood.",Pancas,10,85,Lisboa,,,Companhia das Quintas 2009 Pancas Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2009-pancas-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2009,Companhia das Quintas 13,Red,South Africa,"Berry preserves, black plum flesh and tobacco abound on the nose, while the medium-weight mouth provides more dried berry flavors laced with cocoa powder. Soft on the palate with an off-dry finish. Drink now.",Kosher,14,85,Paarl,,,Backsberg 2008 Kosher Merlot (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-2008-kosher-merlot-paarl/,Merlot,2008,Backsberg 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,San Fermo is a Brut expression of Prosecco that offers steely aromas of dried grass and pressed spring flower. The wine's sharp perlage helps keep the palate refreshed and clean.,San Fermo Brut Millesimato,22,85,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bellenda 2010 San Fermo Brut Millesimato (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellenda-2010-san-fermo-brut-millesimato-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2010,Bellenda 13.5,Red,US,"A useful wine, dry and medium-bodied, with rich raspberry, cherry, prosciutto and spice flavors. Good as a house red pour.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Cable Car NV Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cable-car-nv-red-california-132161/,Red Blend,,Cable Car 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's an easy, straight -shooting Prosecco that would pair nicely with stuffed eggrolls or crispy fried shrimp. The wine's sharp acidity will counter the oil in those foods.",Millesimato Il Vino dei Poeti Brut,,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Bottega 2009 Millesimato Il Vino dei Poeti Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bottega-2009-millesimato-il-vino-poeti-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2009,Bottega 13.5,White,US,"Made in the popular style, this sweet, direct Chardonnay has orange, lime and pineapple fruit juice flavors. Crisp acidity gives it much needed zest.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Carmel Road 2009 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-road-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2009,Carmel Road 13.5,White,Portugal,"With its beautiful burst of lemon aromas, this is a really fresh wine, very crisp, very bright. The wine has a tangy texture that tingles with lively acidity. Screwcap.",,12,86,Tejo,,,Quinta da Alorna 2010 Arinto (Tejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-alorna-2010-portuguese-white-arinto-tejo/,Arinto,2010,Quinta da Alorna 14,Red,US,"Forward in blackberry and cherry fruit, with a strong oak overlay, this is a flashy Cabernet. Flavor is what it's all about, at the expense of complexity. Drink now.",Villa Festa Vineyard,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Villa del Monte 2009 Villa Festa Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-monte-2009-festa-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Villa del Monte 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Brut expression of Prosecco opens with drying notes of white mineral, dried grass and crushed white peppercorn. Pair this refreshing sparkling Prosecco with bite-sized appetizers.",V Brut,,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Vettori NV V Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vettori-nv-v-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Vettori 13.8,Red,US,"This is a sound red wine, dry and full-bodied. It's a bit sharp around the edges, with pleasant blackberry, herb and spice flavors. Drink now.",Mayacamas Mountains,28,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Two Angels 2009 Mayacamas Mountains Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-angels-2009-mayacamas-mountains-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Two Angels 13.8,White,US,"With a taste of white sugar and honey, this Chardonnay can't really be described as dry. But it is clean and vibrant in acidity, with rich pineapple jam and green apple flavors, and the underlying tang of minerals helps to ground it.",Proprietor's Reserve,15,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rutz 2009 Proprietor's Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-2009-proprietors-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Rutz 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Solid, familiar berry and plum aromas carry some sweetness and vanilla. The palate, however, is fairly acidic and tight, with a piercing center and snappy, almost tart flavors of raspberry and red plum. Crisp and sheering on the finish.",,20,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Rutini 12.5,White,Portugal,"Fat, mature wine with flavors of English walnuts, an edge of acidity and green herbs.",Adriano Branco,,86,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 2005 Adriano Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2005-adriano-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2005,Ramos-Pinto 13.5,Red,South Africa,Here's a mature and ready to drink Bordeaux-style blend with developed notes of cured meat and cigar tobacco among the dried dark berry and black plum flavors. The tannins are soft but stay through the leathery cherry finish.,,70,86,Stellenbosch,,,Morgenster 2003 Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgenster-2003-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Morgenster 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Founded in 1936 in the Treviso area of northern Italy, Marsuret offers a clean Prosecco Extra Dry with hints of sweet peach and honey. The sparkling wine is soft and creamy, but offers enough crispness to keep the palate refreshed.",Extra Dry,13,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,Marsuret 2010 Extra Dry (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marsuret-2010-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,2010,Marsuret ,Red,Argentina,"Seems like quality and character are slipping a bit on this Malbec, which a few years ago overdelivered but is now more average. Red licorice, strawberry and sweetness characterize the nose. The palate is sweet and generic, while the finish is pretty much the same. Perfectly good but not the gem it used to be.",,12,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Pascual Toso 14,Red,South Africa,"MAN consistently produces well-made, value-orientated wines and this one's no exception. Dark berries, purple florals and mocha notes all abound in the bouquet. The mouthfeel is full but not fat, with medium acidity that keeps the fruit core center stage. Drink now.",,11,86,Coastal Region,,,MAN Vintners 2009 Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,2009,MAN Vintners 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This cheerful and informal Prosecco shows a tonic, drying style that makes it perfect for pairing with easy fish dishes or vegetables. Overall it is simple, fresh, crisp and shows the best of easy Italian sparkling wine.",Bareta Brut,,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Merotto NV Bareta Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merotto-nv-bareta-brut-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-132475/,Glera,,Merotto 13,Rose,France,"This berry-laden rosé comes across as a bit simple, but flavorful, with those berries being ultimately refreshing thanks to a clean, citrusy finish. Drink this medium-bodied wine over the next several months.",,13,86,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Domaine de la Petite Cassagne 2010 Rosé (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-petite-cassagne-2010-rose-costieres-nimes/,Rosé,2010,Domaine de la Petite Cassagne 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Exotic smelling, with Middle Eastern spice aromas, blueberry and herbs. Highly acidic and spiky in the mouth, with cassis and blackberry flavors in front of an aggressive finish that smolders with heat. Dense but awkward, with forceful acidity.",Remolinos Vineyard Mini Ediciones,35,86,Mendoza Province,Agrelo,,Finca Decero 2008 Remolinos Vineyard Mini Ediciones Petit Verdot (Agrelo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-decero-2008-remolinos-vineyard-mini-ediciones-petit-verdot-agrelo/,Petit Verdot,2008,Finca Decero 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Starts out with some heaviness and aromas of fresh cement and lacquer. With airing it improves, revealing a high-acid, fresh palate with raspberry, saline and herbal flavors. Roasted and firm on the finish, with a bit of excess heat.",Colección,15,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gardel 2009 Colección Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gardel-2009-coleccion-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Gardel 14,Red,South Africa,"Gamy accents add character to the bouquet of this wine, which is otherwise dominated by black cherry and plum flesh aromas. The lively fruit continues in the clean mouth, while the finish offers a touch of chocolate cherry flavor.",,10,86,Robertson,,,Excelsior 2009 Shiraz (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/excelsior-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-robertson/,Shiraz,2009,Excelsior ,Red,Portugal,"A great value, this young fruit wine just bursts with fresh red berry fruits and bright acidity. The tannins are soft, giving a wine that is deliciously ready to drink.",Chaminé,13,86,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2010 Chaminé Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2010-chamine-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2010,Cortes de Cima 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Earthbound Syrah, with plenty of acidity to go with the berry fruits. It pushes its freshness as much as its weighty black flavors, with a warm ripe feel to it.",Incógnito,60,86,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2008 Incógnito Syrah (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2008-incognito-shiraz-syrah-syrah-alentejano/,Syrah,2008,Cortes de Cima 12.5,Rose,France,"Red berrydominated wine, full in the mouth. It has texture, feels ripe, is just touched by an edge of caramel. The finish, though, is pure red fruit acidity.",,18,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire,,Château Maupague 2010 Rosé (Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maupague-2010-rose-cotes-sainte-victoire/,Rosé,2010,Château Maupague 13.5,Rose,France,"Very soft, full-bodied wine that has red berry fruits and a light touch of acidity. There is some concentration with a pepper and spice exoticism to go with the ripe feel.",Whispering Angel,20,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château d'Esclans 2010 Whispering Angel Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desclans-2010-whispering-angel-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château d'Esclans 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This delicate vineyard-designate Prosecco offers subtle tones of white flower and fresh peach. As a Brut expression (with very little sweetness) the wine closes with a steely, tonic feel.",Vigna del Cuc Brut,17,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Case Bianche NV Vigna del Cuc Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/case-bianche-nv-vigna-cuc-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Case Bianche 13,Red,Portugal,"Ripe, soft tannins layer with juicy, forward berry fruits and acidity. Here is a wine that is attractive, deliciously fruity, its flavors just ready to cut through a steak.",Segada Tinto,8,86,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Segada Tinto Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-segada-tinto-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,DFJ Vinhos 14.1,White,US,"A lovely Sauvignon Blanc for drinking now with cocktail appetizers, like mushroom puff pastry or veggie tempura. A little sweet in lime and guava fruit, it's rich in acidity.",,18,86,California,Napa,St. Helena,Charles Krug 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-st-helena/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Charles Krug 14.5,Red,US,"Front-loaded with candied fruit, this Cabernet has sweet blackberry, cherry and cola flavors, wrapped into firm, smooth tannins. Drink it now.",Estate,28,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2008 Estate Malbec (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2008-estate-malbec-central-coast/,Malbec,2008,Clos La Chance 14,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery and warm on the nose, with earthy plum and blackberry aromas. The palate is full and bouncy, with appropriate plum, berry and cassis flavors. Nice for standard New World Cab, with fig, chocolate and no buttery, sloppy oak.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Bodega Norton 14,White,South Africa,"A light and easygoing Chard with bright aromas of lemon citrus, green apple and watermelon rind. Riper apple and tropical fruit notes appear on the palate, followed by a refreshingly clean finish. 3,000 cases imported; drink now.",Unoaked,12,86,Western Cape,,,Brampton 2010 Unoaked Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brampton-2010-unoaked-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2010,Brampton 13.5,White,South Africa,"Here's a light and easy-drinking white with soft notes of green plum, citrus and melon rind in the nose and mouth. A hint of tropical fruit acidity unfolds on the brisk finish. Drink now.",,10,86,Western Cape,,,Indaba 2010 Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indaba-2010-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Indaba 13,Red,Portugal,"Bright black currant fruit, lively acidity and an easy layer of tannins—this wine is fresh, ripe and ready to drink.",Tinto,,86,Douro,,,Lavradores de Feitoria 2009 Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavradores-feitoria-2009-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Lavradores de Feitoria 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This elegant Brut Prosecco offers feminine aromas of jasmine and honeysuckle and completes the picture with a clean, tonic finish. Much of the success of this sparkler goes to the tight, sharp nature of the bubbling.",Brut,17,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,L'Antica Quercia NV Brut (Prosecco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lantica-quercia-nv-brut-italian-white-glera-prosecco/,Glera,,L'Antica Quercia 11,Sparkling,Italy,La Marca delivers a fresh and easy-drinking Prosecco that would wash down beautifully with bruschetta topped with cherry tomatoes and basil. This luminous sparkling wine is redolent of white peach and honey and offers a touch of sweetness on the bubbly finish.,,17,86,Veneto,Prosecco,,La Marca NV Prosecco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-marca-nv-prosecco-132477/,Glera,,La Marca 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Simple, playful and bright, this luminous Prosecco Extra Dry offers attractive layers of white peach, honey and field flower. The cheerful Italian bubbly shows an easy, soft texture on the close.",Extra Dry,15,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,La Farra NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farra-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,La Farra 14.7,Red,US,"A little unripe, with some green flavors. But it shows enough blackberry fruit to please, and is dry and rich in tannins and acids, with a deft touch of oak. Drink now.",,17,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2008 Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2008,Kunde 14.3,Red,US,"A friendly, robust Zinfandel, rich in peppery spices, with raspberry and cherry flavors that have a touch of briary nettles and sugared chamomile tea. A delightful Zin to drink now.",Vine Age Series 10 Year Old Vines,16,86,California,California Other,California,XYZin 2008 Vine Age Series 10 Year Old Vines Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xyzin-2008-vine-age-series-10-year-old-vines-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,XYZin 11,Sparkling,Italy,Extra Dry Prosecco offers a delicate touch of sweetness and makes a great companion to spicy finger foods or appetizers. Bellussi's expression easily fits the bill and adds pretty aromas of stone fruit and dried grass along the way.,Extra Dry,15,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Bellussi NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellussi-nv-extra-dry-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-132498/,Glera,,Bellussi 13,White,France,"Clean and approachable with soft brioche and toasted hazelnut character among the bright peach, pear and white floral notes. Full but clean; drink now.",Private Gallery,12,86,France Other,Vin de Pays de la Méditerranée,,Marrenon 2009 Private Gallery Chardonnay-Viognier (Vin de Pays de la Méditerranée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marrenon-2009-private-gallery-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-vin-pays-mediterranee/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2009,Marrenon 13,White,France,"There's a distinct salinity to this Chard, complementing the green apple and hard peach flavors. Notes of sweet lemony citrus linger on the mouthwatering finish.",Les Grains,10,86,France Other,Mediterranée,,Marrenon 2009 Les Grains Chardonnay (Mediterranée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marrenon-2009-grains-chardonnay-mediterranee/,Chardonnay,2009,Marrenon 12.5,White,Italy,"Cantaloupe melon and white peach set the stage aromatically. The wine follows through to the palate with fresh crispness and a clean, compact style.",I Prandi Colli Scaligeri,10,86,Veneto,Soave,,Marcato 2010 I Prandi Colli Scaligeri (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcato-2010-i-prandi-colli-scaligeri-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Marcato 14.2,Red,US,"A little sugary sweet and simple, but appeals for its wealth of cherry, raspberry, cocoa, anise, vanilla and toast flavors. Earns an extra point for polished tannins. Drink now.",Bench Vineyards,14,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2009 Bench Vineyards Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2009-bench-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2009,Pedroncelli 12.5,White,Italy,"Montresor's base Soave Classico delivers a crisp, streamlined style with a fresh acidic component set against sweet aromas of ripe fruit and peach. The finish is characterized by white flower and talc powder aromas.",,,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Montresor 2010 Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-2010-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Montresor 12,White,Italy,"Here's a less formal expression of Garganega that would pair with eggplant curry and fragrant basmati rice. Aromatically speaking, the wine is extremely floral with layers of lemon blossom and jasmine.",Corte del Sole,12,86,Veneto,Soave,,Monte Tondo 2010 Corte del Sole (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-tondo-2010-corte-sole-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2010,Monte Tondo 14.5,Red,Portugal,"With short wood aging, the wine has preserved its primary attractive blackberry juice flavor. It is solid and chunky, while keeping freshness. For drinking now.",Tinto,19,86,Alentejano,,,Monte da Ravasqueira 2009 Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-ravasqueira-2009-tinto-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Monte da Ravasqueira 14,Red,Portugal,"As often with wines that have some Baga in the blend, rusticity fights with elegance. In this case, elegance is winning as the wine ages. The herbal element is important as is the sweet jelly fruit.",Quinta do Valdoeiro,11,86,Bairrada,,,Messias 2007 Quinta do Valdoeiro Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messias-2007-quinta-valdoeiro-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2007,Messias 15.1,Red,US,"This is a candied, jammy Zinfandel. It has that bubblegummy gassiness you sometimes get in Beaujolais, with rich, ripe flavors of raspberries. Give it until late 2011 or early 2012 to calm down.",Estate,25,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakville Winery 2009 Estate Zinfandel (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakville-winery-2009-estate-zinfandel-napa-oakville/,Zinfandel,2009,Oakville Winery 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Light and luminous with delicate aromas of spring flower, citrus and stone fruit, this Extra Dry Prosecco would make a great companion to crispy fried shrimp. It boasts a clean mouthfeel with sharp, spicy effervescence.",Extra Dry,13,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Astoria NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-nv-extra-dry-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,,Astoria 13,Rose,France,"A smooth, finely balanced wine with a soft texture. It is clean, red-fruity, touched by caramel, while keeping an attractive acidity.",Les Agaves,,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Les Maîtres Vignerons de Saint-Louis 2010 Les Agaves Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maitres-vignerons-saint-louis-2010-agaves-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Les Maîtres Vignerons de Saint-Louis 16.6,Red,US,"With an amazing alcohol level of 16.6%, this Merlot is as hot as a chile pepper. But the flavors are enormously rich and flamboyant, suggesting ripe cherry and raspberry jam. Ready now.",Reserve Moon Vineyard,33,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Villa del Monte 2009 Reserve Moon Vineyard Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-monte-2009-reserve-moon-vineyard-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2009,Villa del Monte 14.1,Red,Argentina,"Meaty, herbal aromas are a bit rooty and mossy but with time they offer up berry fruit and spice. The palate is full and plump, and also a little hard and tannic, while the flavors suggest prune and cassis. Spicy and with good feel to the finish.",Famiglia Bianchi,19,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valentín Bianchi 2008 Famiglia Bianchi Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2008-famiglia-bianchi-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Valentín Bianchi ,Red,US,"Light and tart, with high acid cranberry fruit flavors. It's clean and straightforward, though the old vines (some are 34 years old) do not deliver the complexity that might be anticipated.",Estate Barrel Select,35,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Tyee 2008 Estate Barrel Select Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyee-2008-estate-barrel-select-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Tyee 14.5,Red,US,"A nice everyday Syrah, dry and fruity, with pleasant raspberry, cherry, bacon, pepper, clove and sandalwood flavors. Easy to drink, with some real complexity.",Les Côtes de l'Ouest,18,86,California,California Other,California,Terre Rouge 2008 Les Côtes de l'Ouest Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2008-cotes-louest-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2008,Terre Rouge 15.2,Red,US,"Tastes like a good, ripe Zinfandel, with red cherry, raspberry and licorice flavors as well as lots of pepper, cinnamon, anise and cloves. High alcohol gives it a hot feel. Drink now.",Stolpman Vineyard,24,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Santa Barbara Winery 2007 Stolpman Vineyard Sangiovese (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2007-stolpman-vineyard-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sangiovese,2007,Santa Barbara Winery ,Red,US,"A good everyday Pinot Noir, tart in acids and with some edgy tannins. But it has the variety's nice, silky texture, with rich cherry, rosehip tea and sandalwood flavors.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Simeon 2009 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2009,San Simeon 12.5,Rose,France,"The palest salmon pink color, this refreshing rosé is fresh, with red berry fruits mingling with the acidity. A perfect apéritif style.",L'Esprit de Sainte Marguerite Cru Classé,18,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Sainte Marguerite 2010 L'Esprit de Sainte Marguerite Cru Classé Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-marguerite-2010-lesprit-cru-classe-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Château Sainte Marguerite 12.5,White,Portugal,"A blend of four grapes, including Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier, the white Chaminé has a full feel to it. An open oily texture also preserves herbaceous crispness and a final burst of acidity.",Chaminé,13,86,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2010 Chaminé White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2010-chamine-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2010,Cortes de Cima 13.2,Red,Argentina,"Spicy, hard aromas blend with pasty black fruit scents. The palate is big and lively, with baked flavors of blackberry and dark plum. Turns tight on the finish, which is crisp and tannic. Good Bonarda and a food-friendly wine.",Colección,15,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gardel 2009 Colección Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gardel-2009-coleccion-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2009,Gardel 12.5,White,Italy,"Castelcerino is a broad, thick Soave Classico with mature aromas of melon, apricot and exotic fruit. This is a simple but genuine wine that can be employed in less formal occasions.",Castelcerino,,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Filippi 2009 Castelcerino (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filippi-2009-castelcerino-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Filippi 13,Red,Portugal,"Plenty of fruit, right in your face with its very fresh character, sweetness, flavors of loganberries and a touch of spice.",Unoaked,14,86,Douro,,,Castello d'Alba 2009 Unoaked Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalba-2009-unoaked-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,2009,Castello d'Alba 13.7,White,US,"Chardonnays from this vineyard always are powerful, but this bottling is over the top. It has ultraripe apricot and tangerine flavors, with strong acidity. Seems almost botrytised, with a honeyed intensity, although it's dry.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Sheldon 2007 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldon-2007-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2007,Sheldon 14.4,Red,Argentina,"Giant and black, with extracted but pruney aromas that are sweet and raisiny. The palate is chunky, with raisin, fig and black plum flavors. Sweet but falls flat on the finish; has its good qualities but frankly it's an overripe wine.",Oro,45,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gauchezco 2008 Oro Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gauchezco-2008-oro-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Gauchezco 15.1,Red,US,"Fruity and spicy, offering a blast of briary forest berry and spice flavors and a tannic, brambly mouthfeel. It's nicely dry, yet can't quite overcome a certain rusticity.",Reserve Century Vines,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2008 Reserve Century Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2008-reserve-century-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Kunde 13,White,Italy,"Here's a thick, glycerine-rich Soave that opens with heavy aromas of melon, peach and honeysuckle. There's a touch of lemon freshness at the end that helps establish balance and harmony.",Colli Scaligeri,,86,Veneto,Soave,,Sandro de Bruno 2008 Colli Scaligeri (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandro-bruno-2008-colli-scaligeri-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2008,Sandro de Bruno 15.5,Red,US,"Lots of delicious raspberry and cherry flavors in this softly tannic wine. However, it's very high in alcohol, almost Porty, and quite sweet. Drink it now with grilled or roasted meats and poultry.",Old Vines,36,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Saddleback 2007 Old Vines Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saddleback-2007-old-vines-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Saddleback ,Red,US,"Dried leaf and dried herb scents lead into a light wine with fruit flavors suggestive of sweet cherry tomatoes. The entry is pleasant, with tangy young fruit expression, then turns a bit thin and sour, wrapped in barrel notes of smoke and char.",Elk Cove Vineyard,45,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Methven Family Vineyards 2008 Elk Cove Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/methven-family-2008-elk-cove-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Methven Family Vineyards 14,Red,Argentina,"Blackberry and other sweet aromas lead to a soft, mildly oaky palate with sweet, ripe plum and berry flavors. There's juicy acids and reasonable amounts of toast, licorice and spice on the finish. Not sure what differentiates this from Reserve, but the Barrel Select seems better balanced.",Barrel Select,14,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2008 Barrel Select Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2008-barrel-select-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2008,Bodega Norton 13.5,White,US,"This is a big, rich Chardonnay even though it never saw a splinter of oak. It's tremendous in pear, green apple and vanilla flavors. A nice price for a flashy, everyday Chard.",Unchained Naked,10,86,California,California Other,California,Big House 2009 Unchained Naked Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-house-2009-unchained-naked-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Big House 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Cherry, sweet berry and citrus peel aromas come in front of a full, slightly oaky palate with sweet plum and berry flavors. There's some length to the finish and more flavors of sweet, creamy but nicely applied oak.",Reserve,11,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trivento 2010 Reserve Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2010-reserve-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2010,Trivento 12,White,Italy,"Tommasi's easy Soave offers vibrant notes of mature fruit and melon followed by a clean, but generous mouthfeel. There's enough structure here to pair with spicy Thai dishes.",Le Volpare,13,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Tommasi 2010 Le Volpare (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2010-le-volpare-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Tommasi 13.5,White,South Africa,"Granny Smith apple and clementine flavors are the backbone of this wine, with additional accents of white florals and green plum skin. Medium weight with aggressive but enjoyable acidity and a zippy finish.",,10,86,Western Cape,,,Indaba 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indaba-2010-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Indaba 16,Rose,US,"The black pepper and cocoa flavors that always mark this fine vineyard show up again in this dry, tannic wine. So do the blackberries and cassis that make it so sweetly fruity. The acidity is awkward, though, and tastes like it was added to balance out a high alcohol wine.",White Hawk Vineyard,36,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Deep Sea 2008 White Hawk Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deep-sea-2008-white-hawk-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Deep Sea ,Red,South Africa,"Peppery notes emanate from the bouquet first, followed by more traditional notes of black plum, black currant leaf and dried fig. The mouth is loaded with more brambly fruit flavors against an easygoing structure and light tannins.",,19,86,Stellenbosch,,,Eikendal 2008 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eikendal-2008-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2008,Eikendal 13,White,South Africa,"White florals and clover add an interesting edge to this brisk Sauv Blanc, otherwise loaded with flavors of grapefruit pith and pineapple core acidity. Drink now.",,15,86,Stellenbosch,,,Edgebaston 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgebaston-2010-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Edgebaston 14.9,Red,US,"Primitivo seldom has the elegance of true Zinfandel, and so it is here. Despite a resemblance to wild berry and spice flavors, the mouthfeel is rustic, and the finish is sweet.",Ottimino Vineyard Little 8,32,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ottimino Vineyards 2007 Ottimino Vineyard Little 8 Primitivo (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ottimino-2007-vineyard-little-8-zinfandel-primitivo-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Primitivo,2007,Ottimino Vineyards 12.5,White,Italy,"This edition of Soave Classico Runcaris offers simple aromas of pear, Golden Delicious apple, stone fruit and melon. There's a drying point of minerality at the back and crisp acidity to boot.",Runcaris,15,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Fattori 2009 Runcaris (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattori-2009-runcaris-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Fattori 14,Red,Argentina,"Cherry and mild leather aromas are inviting, while the medium-bodied palate, despite having some bite and edge, is topped off with cassis, cherry and light medicinal flavors. A bright wine with lively acidity and touches of oak, butter and vanilla on the finish.",La Florencia,11,86,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Familia Cassone 2009 La Florencia Cabernet Sauvignon (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-cassone-2009-florencia-cabernet-sauvignon-lujan-cuyo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Familia Cassone 13,Red,Portugal,"Soft, rich wine, with flavors of ripe plums, a touch of bell pepper, spice and tense acidity. Great drink-me-now wine.",Point West,9,86,Lisboa,,,DFJ Vinhos 2008 Point West Touriga Nacional (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2008-point-west-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-lisboa/,Touriga Nacional,2008,DFJ Vinhos 13,Rose,France,"Slightly herbal in character—not surprising given that it's 70% Cabernet Franc, an unusual variety for the Gard. Those leafy notes persist from start to finish, balanced out hints of peach and raspberry. Easy to drink.",Rosé de Fayel,12,86,Rhône Valley,Vin de Pays du Gard,,Domaine des Cantarelles 2010 Rosé de Fayel Rosé (Vin de Pays du Gard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cantarelles-2010-rose-fayel-vin-pays-gard/,Rosé,2010,Domaine des Cantarelles 14,Red,Argentina,"A thick, dark and slightly raisiny nose features licorice and smoke. It's a full, beefy Malbec with herbal berry flavors and a finish that sweetens up like syrup but also gets more herbal. Powerful but more rustic than polished.",Estate,17,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2009 Estate Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2009-estate-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Doña Paula 14.2,White,US,"Give credit to Ballentine for sticking by this variety even when it's such a hard sell. It's a good wine, crisp and minerally, with sweet Pinot Grigio-like citrus, vanilla and spice flavors.",Estate,16,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 2010 Estate Chenin Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2010-estate-chenin-blanc-napa-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Ballentine 13.5,White,South Africa,Sweet grass and soft baby powder notes mingle with the ripe gooseberry and lime aromas and flavors. Brisk and lively with a soft prickly sensation on the palate and a mouthwatering finish.,,12,86,Western Cape,,,Brampton 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brampton-2010-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Brampton 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Coconut is apparent on the bouquet along with thick blackberry aromas. The palate is big and saturated but also simple and bulky. Flavors of baked blackberry are candied, while the finish is figgy and chubby.",,13,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argento 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argento-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Argento 15.3,Red,Argentina,"Opens with earthy, leafy aromas that can best be described as “mature.” Throw in tobacco and baked plum, and the picture is complete. The palate is concentrated and tight, with sweet, herbal berry flavors and caramel on the finish. Rugged and herbal as a whole but with good qualities; 50% Cabernet with 40% Merlot and 10% Malbec.",Calcura,20,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Antucura 2006 Calcura Red (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antucura-2006-calcura-red-uco-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Antucura 13.4,Red,Argentina,"Smells good, with berry- dominated aromas. The palate is solid but acidic at the core, with sharpness on the palate that creates a juicy, crisp set of raspberry and plum flavors. Flattens out on the finish, where moderate oak-based butter notes rise up.",Seleccionada,18,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma del Sur 2008 Seleccionada Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-sur-2008-seleccionada-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2008,Alma del Sur 14.9,Red,US,"A stewy, thick, dark Syrah with tannins akin to a plush leather chair, very savory, big in style though a tad one-dimensional. The majority of Syrah is blended with 9% Grenache and 2% Mourvèdre.",,22,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Albeno Munari 2007 Syrah (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albeno-munari-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Syrah,2007,Albeno Munari 13.5,Rose,France,"Still very young and fresh-tasting, with estery notes of passion fruit, peach and citrus. It's medium in weight, making it a versatile dining companion for the summer months.",Réserve Grand Veneur,15,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Alain Jaume et Fils 2010 Réserve Grand Veneur Rosé (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-2010-reserve-grand-veneur-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Alain Jaume et Fils 13,White,US,"Tastes pretty sweet, with a sugar and honeysuckle richness. But the tangerine fruit flavor is deep and impressive, and the vanilla and buttered toast notes from oak are what consumers like.",,15,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bridlewood 2009 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Bridlewood 13.5,Red,US,"Underneath the oak is a modest, crisp Pinot Noir, dry and appealing in raspberry, cherry, cola and mushroom flavors. The oak is a little heavy-handed, though, making the wine feel heavy and finish sweet.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bridlewood 2008 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bridlewood 12.5,White,Portugal,"A pear-and pineapple-flavored wine, lifted with bright fresh acidity. There is a smooth texture that comes from ripe fruit. Drink now to enjoy its crispness.",Branco,,86,Alentejano,,,Casa de Santa Vitoria 2010 Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-santa-vitoria-2010-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2010,Casa de Santa Vitoria 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of acidity in this Pinot, maybe too much, as it gives a sour edge to the sweet raspberries and cherries. The end result is candied cough drop. Decant before serving.",SLH Estate,35,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Hahn 2009 SLH Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2009-slh-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Hahn ,Red,US,"A pleasantly drinkable, rich Claret out of Lake County's Guenoc, moderate in alcohol (13.5%) with cranberry, raspberry and chocolate on the nose and intermingled with the vanilla and cinnamon from the oak, half of it American. A fine addition to the backyard barbecue.",Victorian,15,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Guenoc 2008 Victorian Claret (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2008-victorian-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-north-coast/,Claret,2008,Guenoc 12.5,White,Italy,"From the local Italian word for “to work the soil,” Runcaris represents an easy, fresh expression of Soave Classico with lingering aromas of citrus, yellow rose, honey, jasmine and dried herbs.",Runcaris,15,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Fattori 2010 Runcaris (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattori-2010-runcaris-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Fattori ,Rose,South Africa,An interesting wine composed of 70% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir. The bouquet offers notes of ripe red apple and soft toast alongside nuances of small red berries. Medium-weight with good balance and a dry but nutty finish. Drink now.,Chardonnay-Pinot Noir,17,86,Franschhoek,,,Haute Cabrière 2009 Chardonnay-Pinot Noir Rosé (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haute-cabriere-2009-chardonnay-pinot-noir-rose-franschhoek/,Rosé,2009,Haute Cabrière 14.2,Red,US,"Lots of ripe, sweet jammy cherry and raspberry fruit in this polished Pinot. Crisp acidity gives it a fortunate balance. It's for drinking now.",Poseidon's Vineyard,30,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Molnar Family 2009 Poseidon's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/molnar-family-2009-poseidons-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Molnar Family 14.6,Red,US,"Too sweet for true balance, with jammy flavors of crushed blackberries, blueberries, cocoa and pepper. The tannins are lovely, but the finish is just too sugary.",Flood Family Vineyards,25,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rancho Sisquoc 2008 Flood Family Vineyards Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-2008-flood-family-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Rancho Sisquoc 13.5,Red,France,"A warm-feeling wine, lined with dry tannins and then filled with juicy red plum and pepper flavors, and an attractive green pepper hint.",,12,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine Houchart 2008 Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-houchart-2008-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine Houchart 13.5,White,US,"Nicely dry and crisp, with pleasant citrus, lemongrass, mineral, honey and vanilla flavors. Could be a bit more concentrated, but it's a clean, savory cocktail sipper.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2010-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Simi ,White,US,"Unoaked and quite dry, this young Chardonnay will show best accompanied by soft cheeses or light seafood. Light and juicy, with sharp green apple fruit flavors.",Estate,15,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Tyee 2009 Estate Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyee-2009-estate-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Tyee 14,Red,Argentina,"Much better than prior vintages, when it was known as Finca El Portillo. The nose is jammy and shows black fruit aromas, while the palate is complete and full but juicy, with plum and black cherry flavors. Pepper and toast flavors infiltrate the finish.",Portillo Estate Bottled,10,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Salentein 2009 Portillo Estate Bottled Merlot (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2009-portillo-estate-bottled-merlot-uco-valley/,Merlot,2009,Salentein 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This vintage-dated Prosecco beautifully captures ambient light within its luminous appearance. Persistent perlage and cheerful aromas of white flower, pear and peach seal the deal.",Millesimato Brut Rive di Refrontolo,,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Toffoli 2009 Millesimato Brut Rive di Refrontolo (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toffoli-2009-millesimato-brut-rive-refrontolo-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,Toffoli 12.5,White,Italy,"Suavia's base Soave Classico opens with an initial hint of sulphur but then finds purity in the form of peach, honey and herbal aromas. In fact, the wine shows very nice fruit characteristics on the close.",,17,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Suavia 2010 Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/suavia-2010-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2010,Suavia 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Roasted at first, with smoked ham and bacon aromas along with clove and other hard spice notes. The palate is oaky, with chewy tannins and a thick texture; flavors of blackberry are meaty and rich, while clove and more dry spices reappear on the finish. A different breed for Mendoza.",Passo Doble Malbec-Corvina,17,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Masi Tupungato 2009 Passo Doble Malbec-Corvina Red (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-tupungato-2009-passo-doble-malbec-corvina-red-uco-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Masi Tupungato 12,Rose,France,"From his base above Cornas, Jean-Luc Colombo has reached toward the Mediterranean to blend this crisp, refreshing blend of Syrah, Mourvèdre and Counoise. There's a touch of strawberry, but more citrus, with a mouthwatering finish. Drink now.",Cape Bleue,12,86,France Other,Vin de Pays de la Méditerranée,,Jean-Luc Colombo 2010 Cape Bleue Rosé (Vin de Pays de la Méditerranée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-2010-cape-bleue-rose-vin-pays-mediterranee/,Rosé,2010,Jean-Luc Colombo 14.6,Red,US,"Tastes fruitier and sweeter than past vintages from this winery, with sugar candy flavors of raspberries and cherries, dusted with vanilla. Rich, but lacks dryness and nuance.",,40,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Korbin Kameron 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbin-kameron-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Korbin Kameron 15,Red,US,"Already showing some bricking around the rim, this estate-grown Pinot Noir mixes spicy strawberry and some residual fermentation flavors of biscuit and blood. Difficult to know how this one is going to age.",Lux,35,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Luminous Hills 2009 Lux Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luminous-hills-2009-lux-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2009,Luminous Hills 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Tobacco and mint aromas cloud the wine's bouquet, while the palate starts out rough and scratchy, with a heavy dose of grape-skin tannin. Upon airing it offers more berry fruit but also salty, leathery finishing flavors. And the tannins never really cease.",Reserve,18,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valle Las Nencias 2008 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-las-nencias-2008-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Valle Las Nencias 16,Red,US,"A soft, hot, Porty wine, with sweet red plum and chocolate flavors. The official alcohol reading is 16% by volume. Tasted twice.",,36,83,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Rancho Arroyo Grande 2008 Syrah (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-arroyo-grande-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Syrah,2008,Rancho Arroyo Grande 13.5,Red,US,"A rustic, common wine, marked by some unripe aromas and a sweet, candied raspberry taste. It's okay for big parties.",,20,82,California,California Other,California,Jack Tone NV Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jack-tone-nv-red-other/,Red Blend,,Jack Tone 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Vegetal, green flavors appear on a wine that doesn't balance the fruit and structure. Considering its age, it needs to be drunk now.",,16,81,Alentejano,,,Além 2006 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alem-2006-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2006,Além 13.5,Red,France,"Very dense wine, its tannins solid and concentrated. The structure is the leader here, with the young fruit showing through as black plum skins and crushed strawberries. This is a firmly tannic wine, needing aging.",,205,94,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chanson Père et Fils ,Red,US,"This tangy, tasty wine has strong elements of citrus and tobacco, both indicative of top-tier Washington Syrah. Take one swallow and the flavors keep piling on. Candied citrus and sweet berry and white pepper and clove, a three ring circus of a wine. But it's not overblown, and it's all in proportion. The fruit is the star, as it should be.",,30,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Kontos 2008 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kontos-cellars-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Kontos 13.7,Red,US,"So pretty and polished, a captivating wine. Dry and crisp, it has an elegant, silky mouthfeel, with subtle spice, red cherry sour candy, Dr. Pepper cola and sandalwood flavors. A complex and delicious Pinot Noir to drink over the next 5–6 years.",La Encantada,50,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Tyler 2008 La Encantada Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyler-2008-encantada-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Tyler ,White,US,"Superbly smooth—satiny is really the right word—this luscious Chardonnay pulls together papaya, banana, pineapple and apricot fruit into a seamless, sensuous, full-bodied whole. There is just enough acid to keep it upright, and lightly applied notes of barrel spice, caramel and toast.",Lewis Estate Shirley Mays,24,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2009 Lewis Estate Shirley Mays Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2009-lewis-estate-shirley-mays-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Dunham 14.9,Red,US,"A big Pinot Noir, explosive in cherry and raspberry fruit, but no mere fruit bomb. The tannins are thick and interesting, there's plenty of zesty acidity, and there's something minerally and tangy from the soil. Drink this wine now and over the next 6–8 years, as it gradually ages.",Garys' Vineyard,50,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2009 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2009-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Roar 14.2,Red,US,"A fragrant, rich mix of olive, smoke, earth, black cherry, cassis and more. It offers fine value, good texture, grip and a very appealing, silky-smooth evolution in the finish.",Destiny Ridge Vineyard Gravity,24,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alexandria Nicole 2008 Destiny Ridge Vineyard Gravity Merlot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2008-destiny-ridge-vineyard-gravity-merlot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Merlot,2008,Alexandria Nicole 11.2,Dessert,US,"Intensely aromatic of honey, wildflowers and juicy, sweet tangerines, this is a gorgeously complex icewine that balances richness with concentrated flavor and a nervy acidity. Deep gold in color, this silky-smooth elixir carries mouthwatering notes of citrus, honey and flowers all the way through its super-long finish.",Ice,25,91,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 2008 Ice Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-2008-ice-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Standing Stone ,Red,US,"Lots of herbs and earthy notes in this dry Pinot Noir. Lots of acidity, too, giving a slightly sour candy tang to the cherries. A bit tough now, but should blossom in 5–6 years.",Cargasacchi Vineyard,40,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Cargasacchi 2008 Cargasacchi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cargasacchi-2008-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cargasacchi 19,Port/Sherry,Italy,"The historic Cantine Rallo estate of Marsala offers this Riserva Vergine expression (aged 20 years) of the fortified wine that made this port town in southwest Sicily so famous. The Marsala opens with an amber-golden color, syrupy richness and intense aromas of caramel, apricot marmalade and marron glacé.",Vergine 20 Anni Riserva,,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Marsala,,Cantine Rallo NV Vergine 20 Anni Riserva (Marsala),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-rallo-nv-vergine-20-anni-riserva-italian-white-grillo-marsala/,Grillo,,Cantine Rallo 13,Red,France,"A firmly tannic wine packed with dark fruits and a velvet texture. Not as powerful as some vintages, although all the firm structure is there. The acidity, red fruits and freshness finish the wine with a lift.",Lavaux Saint-Jacques Premier Cru,120,91,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Lavaux Saint-Jacques Premier Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-lavaux-saint-jacques-premier-cru-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chanson Père et Fils 14.5,Red,Spain,"A big, dark wine with bacon, blackberry, stewed black cherry and dark spice aromas. The palate is pure, lush and fun, while the flavors are full and dark, emphasizing licorice, blackberry, chocolate, fig and coffee. Delicious and easygoing in that modern RDD style. Drink now through 2014.",Tinto Figuero 15 Reserva,65,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,García Figuero 2006 Tinto Figuero 15 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garcia-figuero-2006-tinto-15-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,García Figuero 13.5,Red,Spain,"Briary, spicy and complex on the nose, with hints of tomato adding earth tones to red berry aromas. Zesty and vivacious in the mouth, with all the raspberry, dill, vanilla and tanned leather that a fine Rioja should deliver. Rock solid and driving; one of the best wines yet from Baron de Ley; drink now through 2015.",Reserva,28,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2005 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2005-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Baron De Ley 14.5,Red,US,"From the Napa side of Carneros, this is a delicious and fairly complex Pinot Noir to drink now. It's stylish and elegant, with a silky texture, crisp acidity and lush flavors suggesting buttered cinnamon toast, spread with raspberry jam.",,35,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Frank Family 2009 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2009-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Frank Family ,White,US,"This is the first Riesling that Cor has sourced from this important Columbia Gorge vineyard, and it's a gem. Forceful petrol and pine scents lead a powerful, high- acid Riesling that offers citrus rind and tart fruits. Not a floral style; this packs a punch. Very Germanic and fresh.",Underwood Mountain Vineyards,16,90,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Cor Cellars 2009 Underwood Mountain Vineyards Riesling (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cor-cellars-2009-underwood-mountain-vineyards-riesling-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Riesling,2009,Cor Cellars 14,Red,Chile,"Spunky and peppery on the bouquet, with black fruit aromas and a toasty dryness. The palate is broad and shows good density, while the flavors of blackberry, chocolate, herbs and coffee are warm and spicy. Seems a little sweet and candied, but overall it's a lush, modern, varietally correct wine for near-term drinking.",Las Almas,40,90,Maule Valley,,,Chilcas 2008 Las Almas Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2008-las-almas-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Chilcas 14.1,Red,US,"A light, silky, elegant wine, dry and spicy, with rich acidity framing complex raspberry, cherry, cola and toast flavors. Ready now.",Derbyshire Vineyard San Simeon,36,90,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Derby 2008 Derbyshire Vineyard San Simeon Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/derby-2008-derbyshire-vineyard-san-simeon-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Derby 14.8,White,US,"A fancy, rich Chardonnay, made in the California style. Chappellet has a good track record of producing 90-plus Chardonnays, and this '09 continues that tradition. It's rich in pineapple jam, Asian pear and sweet, oaky vanilla flavors, balanced with good acidity and a hint of minerality.",,32,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Chappellet ,Red,US,"A good, tight, plummy Washington Syrah. The fruit is showcased amid a fascinating smorgasbord of unusual (but Syrah-like) flavors: iron filings, iodine, clove, coffee, a splash of citrus. Complex, young and packed with flavor.",,24,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Basel Cellars 12.5,White,Spain,"Heavy, oily and well oaked, but also elegant, elevated and something out of the ordinary. This is barrel-fermented Viura at a high quality level; it's smooth, creamy and lifted but also acid-rich and lemony, with notes of toast, vanilla, melon and wood resin. A potentially fine wine to drink now with baked or sautéed fish.",Cosme Palacio 1894 Blanco,50,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2008 Cosme Palacio 1894 Blanco White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2008-cosme-1894-blanco-white-rioja/,White Blend,2008,Bodegas Palacio 13.5,Red,Spain,"Quite impressive and eyebrow raising for Graciano. The nose is smoky and dry, with raspberry and bacon. In the mouth, acidity is controlled and thus there's no sourness to the plum, tomato, spice and vanilla flavors. Finishes with verve and elegance; a nice potential partner for just about any food. Drink now through 2015.",,18,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Ondarre 2007 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-ondarre-2007-spanish-red-graciano-rioja/,Graciano,2007,Bodegas Ondarre 14.1,White,US,"Made solidly in the California style of ripe fruit and plenty of oak. Shows luscious pineapple tart, pear jam and buttered toast flavors, but balanced with firm acidity and a stony minerality.",Estate Grown,34,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Stemmler 2008 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-stemmler-2008-estate-grown-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Robert Stemmler ,Red,US,"The wine is impenetrably dark, the aromas loaded with sharp berry fruit flavors, streaks of iron, rock and coffee grounds. In the mouth it's sweet and spicy, with plenty of acid and mouth-drying tannins. It has benefited from extra time in the bottle, smoothed out somewhat, but still has a long life ahead.",,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Va Piano 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Va Piano 13.9,Red,US,"Because the alcohol on this wine is modest, it feels lighter and more transparent in the mouth, displaying a real elegance. The flavors are marked by minerals, raspberry and smoky, sweet, spice oak that's perfectly integrated with the fruit. The vineyard lies west of the Santa Rita Hills appellation.",Presidio Vineyard,52,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Tyler 2008 Presidio Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyler-2008-presidio-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Tyler 12.5,White,US,"A beautiful Riesling, among the best in California. It's crisp in acidity, and despite low alcohol, is rich in flavors of citrus fruits, apricots, peaches and the distinct petrol note of the variety. Should age for a long time.",Dry,22,91,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2009 Dry Riesling (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2009-dry-riesling-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Riesling,2009,Trefethen ,White,US,"Pure Marsanne, a gorgeous bottle, vivid with brightly illuminated stone fruits, citrus rind, a streak of caramel and a full-throttle finish. Full-bodied, long-lasting and flavored somewhere between a rich Chardonnay and a high-toned Viognier.",Boushey Vineyard,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2009 Boushey Vineyard Marsanne (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2009-boushey-vineyard-marsanne-columbia-valley-yakima/,Marsanne,2009,McCrea 13,Red,Italy,"The flagship wine from dynamic organic producer Arianna Occhipinti, a sassy, 20-something winemaker who has taken Sicilian wine by storm since her first vintages. It is a must-try for those looking for new tastes in the emerging school of natural wines. It won't appeal to those with mainstream tastes, but is irresistible to those with an eclectic wine streak.",Il Frappato,40,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Occhipinti 2008 Il Frappato Frappato (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occhipinti-2008-il-frappato-italian-red-frappato-sicilia/,Frappato,2008,Occhipinti ,Red,US,"This seems to be the first varietally designated Tempranillo from Gifford Hirlinger, and it shows exciting promise. Very little Tempranillo is planted in Washington, and most versions draw on the same vineyard sources; this is estate grown and therefore unique. Smoky and textural, it has a lovely depth of dark fruits and toasty barrel accents. The tannins are juxtaposed, and the match makes for a wine with tension and strength.",Estate,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Gifford Hirlinger 2008 Estate Tempranillo (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gifford-hirlinger-2008-estate-tempranillo-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Tempranillo,2008,Gifford Hirlinger 14,Red,Spain,"Smooth and powerful on the nose, with oak-based aromas and clean berry fruit. There's elegance as well as richness to the deep berry, chocolate and vanilla flavors. Finishes with toffee and coffee, but it's not particularly woody even if it is fairly oaky. A decidedly modern and international type of wine. Drink now through 2013.",,29,91,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Gancedo 2006 Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gancedo-2006-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2006,Gancedo 14,Red,Chile,"With dark aromas of tar, black pepper and blackberry, this presents itself well. The palate is creamy, smooth and ready, with baked, lightly raisiny flavors of black currant, blackberry and brown sugar. For sheer ripeness, this is at peak level, so drink this impressive Cabernet-Merlot blend now.",Finis Terrae,24,91,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2007 Finis Terrae Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2007-finis-terrae-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2007,Cousiño-Macul ,Red,US,"Done in a style reminiscent of Chinon, this offers blood and rock aromas and compact, dark fruits. Streaks of cassis, berry and herb are annotated with green coffee accents. There is a high-toned lift that helps to unwrap the flavors.",Alder Ridge Vineyard,22,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Cor Cellars 2008 Alder Ridge Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cor-cellars-2008-alder-ridge-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Cor Cellars 14.1,Red,US,"A good success for Davis Family, this Pinot is rich in flavor and elegant in structure. With a layering of toasted oak, it features ripe raspberries and cherries, with an earthy touch of herbs, mushrooms and spices. Drink now.",Soul Patch Estate Grown,42,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Family 2008 Soul Patch Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-family-2008-soul-patch-estate-grown-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Davis Family 13.5,White,France,"While the wine has a steely edge to it, it also has delicious, warm, full yellow fruits, juicy acidity and wood that fits well within the overall structure. For aging over 3–4 years.",Les Caradeux Premier Cru,60,91,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Les Caradeux Premier Cru (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-caradeux-premier-cru-chardonnay-pernand-vergelesses/,Chardonnay,2008,Chanson Père et Fils 14.5,Red,Australia,"The Bendigo region of Victoria isn't very well known, but Balgownie does good work there with Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2008 displays aromas of mint, cassis and smoke alongside fully ripe flavors of cassis and chocolate. The tannins are firm and a bit drying on the finish, but the chocolaty richness of the fruit shows through. Drink 2013–2020.",,25,91,Victoria,Bendigo,,Balgownie Estate 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Bendigo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balgownie-estate-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-bendigo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Balgownie Estate 14,Red,Italy,"Lusirà (which means “the Syrah” in Sicilian) is an opulent and rich wine with deep layers of spice, tobacco and red fruit to warm over the palate. This wine would pair with hearty meat dishes or stew and offers a round, soft texture on the close.",Lusirà,,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2008 Lusirà Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2008-lusira-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2008,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 14.5,Red,Australia,"Get one thing straight: if you prefer a ramrod structure to your Cabernet, look elsewhere. This is full bodied but soft and cuddly, with velvety tannins framing notes of cassis and menthol. It's a luscious wine to drink over the next few years.",Killerman's Run,20,91,Australia Other,Australia,,Kilikanoon 2008 Killerman's Run Cabernet Sauvignon (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2008-killermans-run-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kilikanoon 14.5,Red,Australia,"Duval's 2008 Entity boasts intense aromas of blackberries, vanilla and coffee, and those notes are echoed in its flavors. It's full-bodied and creamy on the palate, gliding easily into a finely balanced finish, framed by just the right amount of tannin. Drink now–2018.",Entity,40,91,South Australia,Barossa,,John Duval Wines 2008 Entity Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-duval-wines-2008-entity-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2008,John Duval Wines 14.5,Red,Australia,"A relatively full-bodied Margaret River Cabernet, Hay Shed Hill's 2008 features velvety tannins and a lively mix of cassis, mint and cedar. Although approachable now, it should age well through at least 2018.",,25,91,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Hay Shed Hill 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hay-shed-hill-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hay Shed Hill ,Red,US,"A fine example of Yakima Valley Syrah, this is a chewy, dark, smoky, coffee and bitter chocolate-infused wine with immense staying power. The fruit provides a cassis and blackberry backbone; the tannins and smoke and oaky flavors roll on through the lengthy finish. Big, brawny and delicious.",Reserve,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2009 Reserve Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2009-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2009,Airfield Estates 14,Red,US,"A lusty, full-bodied, spicy Zinfandel, showing the variety's briary, brambly character and flavors of wild summer raspberries, blackberries, mulberries, white pepper and sandalwood. Fully dry and vigorous in tannins, it defines classic Zinfandel.",Branham Vineyard,30,91,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Hobo 2009 Branham Vineyard Zinfandel (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hobo-2009-branham-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-rockpile/,Zinfandel,2009,Hobo 14.9,Red,Australia,"Complex and textured well beyond what the modest price point would suggest, this is a full-on Shiraz, loaded with plum and black cherry fruit, and with enough tar, coffee and olive to retain your interest sip after sip. It's warm and velvety on the finish.",,15,91,South Australia,South Australia,,Layer Cake 2009 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/layer-cake-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2009,Layer Cake 14.5,Red,Australia,"A prime example of what Margaret River is capable of, this is a full-bodied, supple yet tannic Cabernet Sauvignon at a fair price. Notes of cedar, cassis and mocha offer ample interest, finishing rich and chewy. Drink 2013–2020.",,30,91,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Robert Oatley 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-oatley-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Robert Oatley 14.9,Red,US,"The pedigree of this wine is impeccable: grapes from Rosella's, Garys' and Pisoni vineyards. The wine is soft, silky and captivating, in a drink-me-now style that emphasizes pure, luscious raspberry, cherry and mocha fruit.",,40,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Roar ,Red,US,"All estate, a blend of 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cab Franc, 14% Merlot, and 14% Petit Verdot. This is tilted toward a French Bordeaux style, with an earthy, woody character integrated into the wine. The fruit is well defined, tight and compact cassis and cherry, with the chocolaty streak that characterizes the Va Piano vineyard. Very young, very tight, with good aging potential.",Uniti Red,48,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Va Piano 2008 Uniti Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2008-uniti-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Va Piano ,Red,US,"Young, tart, bright with blackberry and black cherry fruit flavors, dappled with pepper. The aromas give you a taste of the complexity; in the mouth there is primary fruit, a wash of acidity, and yet the promise is so much more. Give it some time in the cellar.",Estate,48,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Va Piano 2008 Estate Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2008-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Va Piano ,Red,US,"Young, tannic and not yet quite resolved, this wine needs more time in bottle. The components are good—cassis, black cherry, natural acidity, some earthy streaks of bark and astringency. They all need time to knit together; the aromas suggest that they will",Estate,48,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Va Piano 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Va Piano 14.5,Red,US,"A traditional GSM from Bill Easton, this vintage of L'Autre is 70% Grenache, 18% Syrah and 12% Mourvèdre, a beautiful rendering of the three varieties borne out of rocky soils that is full of lusciously intense meaty, thyme and cigar elements, still a little tight but eager to age another 3–5 years.",L'Autre,30,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2008 L'Autre Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2008-lautre-red-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 14,Red,Australia,"Despite this wine's reputation for longevity, the 2007 seems to be an early-maturing vintage of Diana Madeline. It's full bodied and supple, with tobacco and cassis notes that pick up chocolaty, almost fudge-like nuances.",Diana Madeline,75,91,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cullen 2007 Diana Madeline Red (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cullen-2007-diana-madeline-red-margaret-river/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Cullen 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dry, smoky and alluring, with herb, pine, schist, licorice and vanilla aromas. This is pure, tight and clean as a whistle, with dark, smoky, sultry flavors of baked black fruits, spice and licorice. Oak comes through on the finish, which is chocolaty and long. A classy wine to drink now thru 2015.",Vinyes Centenaries - Centennial Vines,60,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Clos Cypres 2008 Vinyes Centenaries - Centennial Vines Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-cypres-2008-vinyes-centenaries-centennial-vines-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2008,Clos Cypres 14.9,Red,US,"A beautiful Petite Sirah, lusty and rich. The alcohol is high, and the wine's a little hot, but it sure is decadently delicious, brimming with blackberry jam, chocolate, bacon and black pepper flavors. Drink now for sheer pleasure.",Saint Helena Estate,45,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,David Fulton 2007 Saint Helena Estate Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-fulton-2007-saint-helena-estate-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,David Fulton ,Red,Spain,"Deep purple in color, with minty, exotic aromas that suggest latex but also richness, vanilla, mocha and spice. The palate is meaty and deep, with smooth-flowing flavors of blackberry, licorice, chocolate and pepper. Young, rich and balanced; hold for two years then drink. 76% Syrah with Monastrell and Bobal.",,31,91,Central Spain,Manchuela,,Finca Sandoval 2008 Red (Manchuela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sandoval-2008-red-manchuela/,Red Blend,2008,Finca Sandoval 14.2,White,US,"This is the winery's best, small-production Chardonnay. It's considerably better than their regular 2009 Chardonnay. Shows minerality and acidity that make it appealing to the connoisseur, with rich lime and apricot fruit. For all the richness, the finish is dry. Drink now.",Estate Block K-1,38,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,McIntyre Vineyards 2009 Estate Block K-1 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcintyre-2009-estate-block-k-1-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,McIntyre Vineyards 14.5,White,US,"A solid Sauvignon Blanc, rich, dry and savory. Fermented in neutral oak and aged on the lees, it shows a pleasantly tangy, sourdough creaminess, with ripe flavors of citrus fruits, white peaches and a firm, flinty minerality that comes from these mountain soils.",Estate,40,91,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2009 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2009-estate-sauvignon-blanc-napa-spring-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Spring Mountain Vineyard 14.5,Red,US,"Available in half bottles, this pretty Pinot Noir is a block and barrel selection from the Cargasacchi Jalama Vineyard. It's elegant and classy, with polished red berry and spice flavors. Drink now.",Jalama,20,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Cargasacchi 2009 Jalama Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cargasacchi-2009-jalama-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cargasacchi 15,White,US,"A very dry, minerally wine whose inspiration is Chablis. The profile is lean and clean but complex, with a steely edge to the pineapples and Asian pears. A lovely Chardonnay that will support, not swamp, food.",No. 76,30,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,JCB 2008 No. 76 Chardonnay (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jcb-2008-no-76-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Chardonnay,2008,JCB 14.5,Red,Chile,"Tasted side-by-side with the winery's icon Viu 1, this is barely a step behind. The nose is baked, dark and slightly oaky, with vanilla, cream, blackberry and density. The palate is structured and solid, with black fruit, fine herb and dusty spice flavors. Finishes rich, with chocolate, fig and coffee flavors. Drink now through 2014.",San Carlos Single Vineyard,25,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2008 San Carlos Single Vineyard Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2008-san-carlos-single-vineyard-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2008,Viu Manent ,Red,US,"The lush aromas are dense and dark, with streaks of coffee, baking chocolate, iron ore, and earth. In the mouth the fruit explodes into full bloom—broad flavors of cherry and chocolate, lovely Asian spices.",,48,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Va Piano 2008 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2008,Va Piano ,Red,US,"The blend is 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc and a splash of Merlot. The grapes come from seven specific vineyard blocks, some of which are also sources for Quilceda Creek. It's got the muscle and verve typical of Champoux, the rich, full, black cherry fruit, and the polished, sexy tannins. A wine to enjoy right now, or to cellar for up to a decade or more.",Champoux Vineyard Red Wine,33,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Soos Creek 2008 Champoux Vineyard Red Wine Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2008-champoux-vineyard-red-wine-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Soos Creek ,Red,US,"A Bordeaux style blend—half Merlot, the rest a mix of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. All the Kontos wines have a stylistic thread that brings dark fruits, smoky barrel flavors, textural tannins and welcome nuances of baking spices, herb and earth as well. This new winery is on track to become a real player in Washington.",Alatus Blend,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kontos 2007 Alatus Blend Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kontos-cellars-2007-alatus-blend-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Kontos ,Red,US,"Always a fine “second” label, the D2 from DeLille is no wimp. Alcohol is listed at a hefty 14.7%, and the blend—55% Merlot/39% Cabernet Sauvignon/4% Cab Franc/2% Petit Verdot—would stand proudly alongside most winery's top wines. This has it all—sappy, tangy fruit, a mix of blue and purple; streaks of herb and leaf; smooth but firm tannins, and a buttery coating over the polished tannins. The finish goes and goes; the wine is still young and knitting itself together.",D2 Red Wine,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DeLille 2008 D2 Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2008-d2-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,DeLille 12,Sparkling,France,"From a producer that is closely linked to Salon Champagne, it's no coincidence that this Blanc de Blancs is the best of the Delamotte range. It is crisp, lemony, with a touch of toast and a mature finish.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,95,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Delamotte 1999 Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delamotte-1999-blanc-de-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne-128956/,Chardonnay,1999,Delamotte 14,Red,Spain,"The bouquet has a distinct lemon, pine and herb element along with black fruit and mocha. It's fairly snappy and tannic, with clipping bite but also fresh, floral flavors of blueberry and herbs. Toasty and long on the finish, with some herbal leftovers and licorice. By all evidence available, 2006 was a great vintage for Bierzo reds.",Art,55,91,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Luna Beberide 2006 Art Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-beberide-2006-art-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2006,Luna Beberide 14,Red,Spain,"This Syrah-Garnacha blend is lush and dense, with attractive licorice and blackberry aromas. It's lusty in the mouth, but balanced as it deals largescale blackberry, pepper, spice and bitter chocolate flavors. Toasty on the finish, with black coffee. A full-bodied winner that's dynamic and overdelivers for the price.",Salia,17,91,Central Spain,Manchuela,,Finca Sandoval 2007 Salia Red (Manchuela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sandoval-2007-salia-red-manchuela/,Red Blend,2007,Finca Sandoval 13.5,White,US,"With touches of honeycomb and Granny Smith apple, this delightfully lush blend of 51% Chardonnay and 49% Sémillon from Livermore, partially barrel fermented in oak, is a creamy, medium-bodied white wine that would pair magically with shellfish or a warm goat cheese salad. A real steal at the price, too, and a fun bottle to expose to friends.",Semmonay,16,91,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fenestra 2009 Semmonay Chardonnay-Semillon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2009-semmonay-white-blend-chardonnay-semillon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay-Semillon,2009,Fenestra ,Red,US,"This is the artist label Cabernet; still youthful and showing primary fruit flavors of cassis and black cherry. The barrel notes are prominent and not yet fully resolved: a Bourbon barrel streak, a vein of vanilla, a seam of tobacco. All interesting, but not quite knit together.",Lewis Vineyard,75,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2007 Lewis Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2007-lewis-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Dunham 14.2,White,US,"One of the better Sauvignon Blancs out there for its richness and concentration. With citrus, tropical fruit, lemongrass, vanilla and honeysuckle flavors, the wine shows a fine structure, with brilliant acidity and a clean finish.",Soliloquy Vineyard,20,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Flora Springs 2009 Soliloquy Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2009-soliloquy-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-oakville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Flora Springs 14.3,Red,US,"Dark fruit flavors of cassis and black cherry, with supporting acids and firm tannins. Young and tight, this is well-made and driven by pure, clean fruit that has been aged in a mix of French, Hungarian and American oak.",,24,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Basalt 2006 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basalt-2006-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2006,Basalt 14.5,Red,US,"Still tight in the bottle (let it air, or better, age), this lovely Sierra Foothills Syrah, from steep slopes in Fiddletown, one of the cooler sites sourced by Bill Easton, shows off all the savory, tobacco and forest-floor goodness we love about cool-climate Syrah.",DTR Ranch,38,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2008 DTR Ranch Syrah (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2008-dtr-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Syrah,2008,Domaine de la Terre Rouge ,Red,US,"This deceptively named and priced wine is a gem. It's all estate-grown, and the blend is a fascinating combination of Merlot, Cabernet and Malbec, with a dollop of Tinta Cao, Tempranillo and Petit Verdot. Dark and demonstrative, it has a seductive nose of black fruits, toast and coffee. Currants and black cherries are wreathed in smoke, and the suppleness grows into a lengthy and satisfying finish. Many wines at twice the price would like to be this good.",Stateline Red,16,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Gifford Hirlinger 2008 Stateline Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gifford-hirlinger-2008-stateline-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Gifford Hirlinger 13.7,Red,US,"A very good Cabernet, dry, balanced and complex. But it's also very tannic, and is not a wine you want to drink anytime soon. With a solid core of blackberries, herbs and cocoa, it should come into its own after 2014 or so.",,42,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Frog's Leap 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Louise is always a light wine, almost feathery, and this 1999, now mature, maintains this style. It is delicate, its acidity just touched with toast and hints of citrus zest underneath. It doesn't have a long future, so enjoy now.",Cuvée Louise Brut,180,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery 1999 Cuvée Louise Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-1999-cuvee-louise-brut-champagne-128173/,Champagne Blend,1999,Pommery 14,Red,Spain,"Remírez de Ganuza has a track record of excellence, and this is yet another dense, deep, sultry Rioja that has become customary. Reflecting the warm '06 vintage, the wine is chunky in the mouth, with thick blackberry, boysenberry, chocolate and almond candy flavors. It's toasty and dark on the finish, but also a touch soft, much like chocolate cake. Drink now through 2014.",,87,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Remírez de Ganuza 2006 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remirez-ganuza-2006-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Remírez de Ganuza 13,Red,France,"Granite soil with strata of quartz gives this wine its intense texture, very structured and tight. It's at a young stage, the red currant and dark cherry fruits integrating with the firm character of the wine. Keep for two years.",Domaine Piron-Lameloise,21,91,Beaujolais,Chénas,,Domaines Dominique Piron 2009 Domaine Piron-Lameloise (Chénas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dominique-piron-2009-lameloise-gamay-chenas/,Gamay,2009,Domaines Dominique Piron 14,Red,Italy,"Rovittello is an elegant and deeply sophisticated red wine from Mount Etna (the blend is Nerello Mascalese and 20% Nerello Cappuccio) that offers smokey, mineral notes of slate and brimstone followed by forest fruit and raspberry. Very nice.",Rovittello,40,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Benanti 2007 Rovittello (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2007-rovittello-red-etna/,Red Blend,2007,Benanti 14,Red,Italy,"This gorgeous, fruit-forward blend of Nero d'Avola, Tannat, Petit Verdot and Syrah from Sicily shows ripe fruit notes of blackberry and fresh prune followed by cola, tobacco and leather. The wine embodies a bold, continental style as seen through its rich concentration and velvety density.",Majora,45,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Benanti 2005 Majora Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2005-majora-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2005,Benanti ,Red,US,"Inky dark, bone dry and tannic, this Cab isn't showing much generosity now. But it's potent in mineral-laden blackberry and black currant fruit, and has the overall balance for the long haul. Give it another six years.",,90,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tom Eddy 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tom-eddy-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Tom Eddy 14.5,Red,Australia,"Vasse Felix is making boldly flavored yet balanced Margaret River wines epitomized by this Cabernet, which features cassis and mint aromas, bright fruit-driven flavors that manage to avoid jamminess and a firm, tannic finish. Drink 2013–2020.",,29,91,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Vasse Felix 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Vasse Felix ,Red,US,"A three vineyard blend, all Cabernet Sauvignon, and gracefully structured with fine-grained tannins, tart berry and cassis fruit and slightly chalky acids. It needs to breathe; it is a bit curmudgeonly at the outset.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Robert Karl 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Robert Karl 13.5,Red,Italy,"Divinus is a superrich and concentrated Aglianico from Basilicata that needs a few more years of cellar aging in order to soften those firm tannins. Even at this young age, it shows impressive aromas of smoke, ash, black fruit, leather and spicy cigar tobacco.",Divinus,,91,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Terra dei Re 2005 Divinus (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-re-2005-divinus-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2005,Terra dei Re 14.5,White,US,"Go elsewhere if you're looking for a big, oaky Chardonnay fruit bomb. This one is controlled and elegant, offering tantalizing hints of pineapples, minerals, sweet cream, buttered toast and spices. The acidity is mouthwatering. An elegant, food-friendly wine at a good price.",No. 81 Sonoma Collection,25,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,JCB 2009 No. 81 Sonoma Collection Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jcb-2009-no-81-sonoma-collection-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,JCB 14.6,Red,US,"This bottling immediately shows a strong new barrel influence, though only a single barrel out of five total was unused. The toasty, coffee grounds flavors lie comfortably over the top of the plummy, dark purple fruit. Young and plump, packed with flavor, this is the more ageworthy of the two Kerloo Syrahs. It also seems to show more of the gamy, earthy side of the grape.",,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Kerloo 2008 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kerloo-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Kerloo ,Red,US,"Winemaker Billo Naravane (Rasa) has a handle on Syrah. This brings unusual sweet/tart candy fruit flavors wrapped into a juicy, tart, tightly wound wine that flows gracefully across the palate. Though aged for 18 months in 40% new French oak, the barrel flavors are well in the background. It's a clean, sappy wine, with a soft, gentle fade.",,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Mackey Vineyards 2008 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mackey-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Mackey Vineyards ,Red,US,"Typically this is a five-grape Bordeaux blend, weighted heavily towards the Cabernet Sauvignon (70%). The different grape flavors are nicely entwined, with a distinctive tobacco and vanilla streak. Big, chewy, juicy and still young, this is quite astringent. It seems as if it will need more years of bottle age to pull together.",Inspiration Reserve Red Wine,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Robert Karl 2007 Inspiration Reserve Red Wine Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2007-inspiration-reserve-red-wine-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Robert Karl 14.6,Red,US,"A big, rich, extracted wine, as Pinots from this vineyard tend to be. Not subtle, but powerful, giving a blast of raspberries, cherries, blueberries, mocha and sweet oak fruit from the start through the spicy finish. A flashy crowd pleaser for drinking soon.",Tondre Grapefield,40,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Tondré 2008 Tondre Grapefield Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tondre-2008-grapefield-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Tondré 14.5,Red,US,"2008 was a great vintage for Tax, and this Santa Barbara bottling is a great value. It really delivers, offering a dry, elegantly structured and complex wine. The silky texture houses savory flavors of cherries, red currants, cola and sandalwood, with an umami taste of bacon. Just delicious for drinking now.",,23,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Taz 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taz-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Taz ,Red,US,"A wonderfully inviting nose leads into a juicy young Malbec that's packed with fresh raspberry and blueberry fruit, and accented with scents of pine needle and spicy, gin-soaked orange peel. The acid and fruit impact is immediate and powerful; the tannins almost silky. The finish gracefully extends the pleasure.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2008 Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2008,Seven Hills ,Red,US,"All Malbec, with appealing purity and a core of raspberry and cassis fruit. Nuanced notes of dried leaf, herb and green olive add character. The grapes were ripened nicely, the tannins are polished and smooth, and the wine flows deliciously into a lingering finish.",Verhey Vineyard,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Skylite Cellars 2008 Verhey Vineyard Malbec (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skylite-cellars-2008-verhey-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-yakima/,Malbec,2008,Skylite Cellars 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and meaty Carménère with balsamic, olive and warm berry aromas. The palate has good tannins, vivacity and clamp, so it's not a dead-weight, overly rich wine. On the contrary, it's lively, toasty and shows the right blend of olive, pepper, chocolate and blackberry flavors. Snappy due to good acidity, but also deeply flavored and layered. Drink now through 2014.",El Incidente,50,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2007 El Incidente Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2007-el-incidente-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Viu Manent 14.5,Red,US,"One of the more interesting California Tempranillos out there. The grapes come from the estate vineyard in a cool region of the southern Vaca Mountains. The wine has a minerally tang that must come from the soil. It's bone dry, silky and crisp, with earthy flavors of cherries and herbs. New oak has been tastefully applied. Tastes and feels like a combination of Pinot Noir and Merlot.",,60,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 2009 Tempranillo (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-2009-tempranillo-napa-valley/,Tempranillo,2009,Jarvis 13.5,White,Spain,"A lot of depth and minerality jump up from the bouquet. The palate on this slate-driven Godello is rich but right, the perfect balance between body, acidity and fruit pulp. Tastes of dry spiced apple and melon, with a bit of citrus. A stately, elegant wine with power to boot. Ideal for Valdeorras.",,23,91,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,A Coroa 2009 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-coroa-2009-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2009,A Coroa 15,Red,US,"A big, vigorous and assertive Syrah. When the vintage is right, this bottling from Crane rocks, and 2007 of course was a great, ripe vintage. Accessible now in plump blackberries, cassis, pepper steak and cedar, it has the tannic structure to age for 5–6 years.",Crane Ranch Vineyard,36,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crane Brothers 2007 Crane Ranch Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crane-brothers-2007-ranch-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2007,Crane Brothers 14.5,Red,US,"This is a big, bold, fruity Pinot Noir, showing the muscularity of its cool-climate, long hangtime appellation. It's a dry, thick, almost heavy wine, packed with jammy cherries, black raspberries and red currants, with tantalizing hints of carob, balsam and mushu plum sauce. It's a wine that will be fun to drink over the next decade.",McIntyre Vineyard,48,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Baker & Brain 2009 McIntyre Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baker-brain-2009-mcintyre-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Baker & Brain 14.5,Red,Italy,"A pure expression of Petit Verdot, Carduni is a rich and penetrating wine with integrated oak tones set against a plush backdrop of mature blackberry and plum pudding. Spice, leather and tobacco appear on the rear and the wine offers impressive structure and depth.",Carduni,35,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2006 Carduni Petit Verdot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2006-carduni-petit-verdot-sicilia/,Petit Verdot,2006,Baglio di Pianetto 13.9,Red,US,"A rich and sweetly fruity wine with many of the same flavors as Cabernet Sauvignon, except there's something meaty and piney lurking behind the blackberries. It's very dry, and softer than other Charbonos, with a creaminess that may limit its cellar life. But it's a robust, full-bodied wine for drinking over the next 4–5 years with a good steak.",Frediani Vineyard,38,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,August Briggs 2008 Frediani Vineyard Charbono (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-briggs-2008-frediani-vineyard-italian-red-charbono-napa-valley/,Charbono,2008,August Briggs 14.6,Red,US,"This first vintage of Steven Kent's Ghielmetti Vineyard Cab is worth seeking out to see what Livermore is capable of. Ghielmetti is planted to five different clones of Cab but for this wine the winery is using only one block. The result a big, serious Cab that's concentrated with black cherry, cocoa and tobacco that will majestically develop over the next 10–12 years.",Ghielmetti Vineyard Clone 337,100,92,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2008 Ghielmetti Vineyard Clone 337 Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2008-ghielmetti-vineyard-clone-337-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Steven Kent 14.6,Red,US,"Rich and vibrant in acids and tannins, this Cabernet feels like it was obviously grown in a good place. It flatters the palate with blackberry and black cherry flavors, with a currant ripeness accentuated by 80% new French oak. Forward and elaborate now, it doesn't seem like an ager despite the tannins, so drink now–2013.",Estate,75,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Spring Mountain Vineyard 13.9,White,US,"From the estate vineyard on the Silverado Trail, this is always one of the better Napa Valley Chardonnay bottlings. The wine is rich in pineapple, pear, green apple and oak flavors, and is a little sweet. But it has brisk acidity and a nice scour of minerality. Drink now.",Vielles Vignes,42,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2009 Vielles Vignes Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2009-vielles-vignes-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Signorello ,Red,US,"All five Bordeaux grapes are in the blend. From a great Washington vintage, this is complex, with compelling scents—compact, concise, balanced, yet dense with flavor. Drinking beautifully, this elegant wine captures the vibrant cassis and berry fruit flavors of Washington, coupled with the streaks of earth and mineral that reference Bordeaux.",,40,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Va Piano 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Va Piano 14,Red,US,"The vineyard is on the Rutherford Bench. The wine is rich and deeply flavored, with black and red cherry flavors, but it's also quite tannic. Shows a hard-edged astringency that makes it tough and accentuates the dryness. Morisoli has been home to many famed bottlings, and this one should develop over the next 6–8 years, at least.",Morisoli Vineyard,55,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2007 Morisoli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2007-morisoli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,V. Sattui 13,Red,US,"Another stunner from Uvaggio, who is making stellar wines across the board from Lodi grapes, low in alcohol (13%) and fairly priced. This fruity Primitivo can be enjoyed all night from before a meal to during to a bedtime sendoff—it just gets better and better in the glass. Pomegranate, cherry, toffee, they're all in this soft, easy-drinking wine.",,16,92,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Uvaggio 2009 Primitivo (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uvaggio-2009-zinfandel-primitivo-central-valley-lodi/,Primitivo,2009,Uvaggio 15,Red,Spain,"On the money right from the start, where deep aromas of black fruits, minerality and fresh herbs mingle nicely. The palate is creamy and smooth, with rich, almost syrupy berry, cream, coffee and toffee flavors. Oaked up but not “oaky,” with caramel and chocolate on the smooth finish. Drink now through 2015.",Salmos Perpetual,58,92,Catalonia,Priorat,,Torres 2008 Salmos Perpetual Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2008-salmos-perpetual-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2008,Torres 14.5,Red,Chile,"Staunch and varietally correct from the opening gun; this is one big, obvious Carmenère with a ton of spice, extract, ripeness and quality. The palate is deep, powerful and rich, with tobacco, blackberry, fig, graham cracker and strong herbal influences. The finish is lush, long and spicy, with richness and a final dose of herbs. Drink now and over the next few years.",Kai,120,92,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2008 Kai Carmenère (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2008-kai-carmenere-aconcagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Errazuriz 14.9,Red,US,"A wonderful Cabernet, dry and classically structured, notable for elegance and smooth power. A sort of junior version of the Pritchard Hill Estate bottling, it's rich and complex in blackberry and cherry, chocolate and cedar flavors, wrapped into smooth tannins. now–2014.",Signature,48,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 2008 Signature Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-2008-signature-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Chappellet 15,Dessert,Italy,"With ripe notes of dried fruit, apricot and raisin, this is an intense and beautiful Passito di Pantelleria that ranks among the top wines of its category. Made with fragrant Zibibbo grapes, the wine opens with a luminous amber color and offers a rich, creamy feel.",,,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Passito di Pantelleria,,Abraxas 2008 Passito di Pantelleria,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abraxas-2008-muscat-zibibbo-passito-pantelleria/,Zibibbo,2008,Abraxas 15,Red,US,"Shows the richness, dryness and softness of Jaffurs' new red wines, but also Petite Sirah's powerful tannins, and there's a streak of acidity that balances out the fruit. Complex and fascinating, it offers ever-changing flavors of wild blackberries and cherries, eastern mulberries, cranberries and even oranges, with hints of leather and peppery spices. now–2015.",Thompson Vineyard,34,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2009 Thompson Vineyard Petite Sirah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2009-thompson-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Petite Sirah,2009,Jaffurs ,Red,US,"A wonderful Pinot Noir, made from a blend of various vineyards. Silky and refined, with a translucent texture that radiates terroir throughout. A lovely, complex young wine that should gain traction over the next several years.",Les Voisins,38,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Copain Wines 2009 Les Voisins Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/copain-wines-2009-voisins-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Copain Wines 13.5,White,US,"This blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc avoids all the pitfalls and manages to achieve true elegance. It's bone dry, with wonderful acidity and complex flavors of citrus fruits and minerals. Really impresses for the clean, captivating structure.",Gemini,25,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Volker Eisele Family Estate 2009 Gemini Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volker-eisele-family-estate-2009-gemini-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Volker Eisele Family Estate 14,Red,Italy,"Rotondo is a gorgeous wine that boasts intensity, integration and complexity. The long list of aromatic attributes includes black currant, candied fruit, bitter chocolate, soft vanilla and smokey campfire. Rock-solid tannins are characteristic of Aglianico so let this wine age five years or more in your cellar.",Rotondo,80,92,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Paternoster 2006 Rotondo (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paternoster-2006-rotondo-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2006,Paternoster 15.2,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet that combines a firm texture with lush, accessible flavors of blackberries, cassis, chocolate and cedar. Finishes with sturdy tannins and a hit of minerals. Elegant now, and should gain traction over the next 6–8 years.",,65,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Meander 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meander-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Meander 13.8,Red,US,"This is the kind of Pinot Noir that has made the variety the enormous success it is. It's a rich, full-bodied wine, packed with cherry, red currant, bacon and sandalwood flavors, with an edge of acidity and tannins. For all the sweet fruit and oak, it's totally dry. Shows true Santa Lucia terroir, and could age for 4–6 years.",Rosella's Vineyard,48,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2008 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2008-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Morgan 14,Red,Austria,"This top-of-the-range red, the Bordeaux blend from Günter Triebaumer, is a rich, spicy wine, the black berry fruits pushing through the dense texture and the wood. It's an impressive wine that needs aging for a full five years.",Weite Welt,38,92,Burgenland,,,Gunter Triebaumer 2008 Weite Welt Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gunter-triebaumer-2008-weite-welt-red-burgenland/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Gunter Triebaumer ,Red,US,"The second vintage of Salida's Tempranillo from Two Coyote vineyard fruit is a wine with tight structure, a wireframe of tannin and mineral supporting beautiful aromatics. A subtle, evocative wine, it instantly explodes with violets, cherries and berries. Then it seems to stop short, though it doesn't fade; rather, it hits a wall. Compact, dense with exotic scents and spices, and great structure. Give it time.",,24,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Salida 2007 Tempranillo (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salida-2007-tempranillo-columbia-valley-yakima/,Tempranillo,2007,Salida 13.5,Red,US,"A dark, big, tannic young wine, with blackberry, cassis and grilled meat flavors, and a dry, impressively long finish. Could be confused with Cabernet Sauvignon in a blind tasting, and it's an interesting alternative to Cab. But the acidity is high, which makes the wine potentially long-lived.",,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Foley 2009 Charbono (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-foley-2009-italian-red-charbono-napa-valley/,Charbono,2009,Robert Foley 14.3,Red,US,"The best Truchard Syrah in years. It's full-bodied and spicy, with tremendous flavors of blackberries, cassis, smoked meats, pepper and sandalwood. A little rustic, and a perfect accompaniment for grilled steak.",,28,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 2008 Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2008,Truchard 15.1,Red,US,"Full-bodied and rich, as all Shafer reds are, this wine's blackberry, blueberry, currant and cassis flavors were aged in 100% new French oak, but the smoky wood overlay is seamless. The tannins are big, and the wine has a drink-me-now sweetness, but it really needs time. Give it a good 5–7 years.",One Point Five,70,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Shafer 2008 One Point Five Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2008-one-point-five-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Shafer 13.5,Red,France,"A very fine Beaujolais, from this premier hillside in Morgon that brings together red cherry and plum fruits on one side and firm tannins on the other. Big and concentrated, for aging over three years and more.",Côte de Py,21,92,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Domaines Dominique Piron 2009 Côte de Py (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dominique-piron-2009-cote-py-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2009,Domaines Dominique Piron ,Red,US,"The blend is 61% Syrah, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Mourvèdre and 1% Cinsault. The stiffest, most tannic and compact of the Doyenne reds, the Aix hits a high point in 2008. The Syrah brings berry, citrus and a savory note; the Cabernet adds muscle and cassis. Tannins are hard, polished, almost shiny. There is a lot of depth and power here, and it needs decanting or additional cellaring to show all of its strengths.",Aix Red,36,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Doyenne 2008 Aix Red Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doyenne-2008-aix-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,2008,Doyenne 14,Red,Spain,"Earthy, deep and meaty, with rubber and heft to the nose, but also a ton of black fruit. Texturally, it's like velvet; and the palate is super ripe and lengthy, with flavors of blackberry, mocha, coffee and fine oak. A Syrah-led, full-bodied beauty that's subtle and not overpowering. Drinkable now but best in about 3-5 years.",,31,92,Central Spain,Manchuela,,Finca Sandoval 2007 Red (Manchuela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sandoval-2007-red-manchuela/,Red Blend,2007,Finca Sandoval 14.5,Red,Australia,"This full-bodied, lushly textured wine makes for a sumptuous mouthful of Barossa Shiraz. Two years in French oak has given it a cedary polish, but the fruit is assertive enough to retain center stage. That said, it's as much savory as it is fruity, with hints of spice and roasted meat lingering on the finish.",Orphan Bank,50,92,South Australia,Barossa,,Langmeil 2008 Orphan Bank Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langmeil-2008-orphan-bank-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2008,Langmeil 13.5,Red,US,"From the estate vineyard, this pure Cabernet Sauvignon offers complex aromas of cassis and truffle, mint and toffee. Thick tannins wrap around dense, dark fruits. Muscular and textural, this is a wine that seemingly could age for decades.",Gunselman Bench Vineyard,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Robert Karl 2007 Gunselman Bench Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2007-gunselman-bench-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Robert Karl 15.2,Red,US,"A dark, dramatic Merlot, giving the palate a tour de force of flavor and depth. Dry and somewhat tannic, it displays a huge core of blackberries, black cherries and minerals, with a coating of sweet, smoky oak. One of the more delicious Merlots on the market.",,42,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kenefick Ranch 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenefick-ranch-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Kenefick Ranch 14.5,Red,Chile,"Deep, earthy and minerally, with tight black fruit aromas, clarity, focus and palpable quality pouring off the bouquet. The palate is layered and pure, with acidic kick, fine tannins and proper weight. With attractive flavors of dark berries, vanilla and a multitude of spices, this remains the benchmark for Chilean Malbec. 500 cases made; drink now through 2015.",Viu 1,75,92,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2008 Viu 1 Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2008-1-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2008,Viu Manent 14.5,Red,Italy,"This gorgeous Carignano-based wine from the sun-drenched island of Sardinia shows amazing harmony and personality. There are rich and ripe notes here of blackberry, mature cherry, tobacco, leather and a touch of exotic spice. It's rich, smooth and velvety on the close. Very nice.",Shardana,,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Valli di Porto Pino,,Cantina Santadi 2006 Shardana (Valli di Porto Pino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-santadi-2006-shardana-red-valli-porto-pino/,Red Blend,2006,Cantina Santadi ,White,US,"The 2009 vintage blend is 41% Marsanne, 42% Grenache Blanc, 10% Picpoul and 7% Roussanne. Complex, rich and dense, it wraps its stone and tropical fruit flavors in layers of caramel, nougat, marshmallow and spice. Still quite young, with plenty of years of life ahead.",Boushey Vineyard Sirocco Blanc,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2009 Boushey Vineyard Sirocco Blanc White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2009-boushey-vineyard-sirocco-blanc-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,White Blend,2009,McCrea 15.3,Red,Australia,"Surprisingly good, given that this wine is imported under its own label by a winery in Upstate New York. Bold berry fruit is framed by vanilla and cedar notes that finish long, coupled with rich, chewy tannins. Drink 2013–2018.",,30,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Mazza Chautauqua Cellars 2008 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazza-chautauqua-cellars-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2008,Mazza Chautauqua Cellars 14.1,White,US,"As weighty as a Chardonnay, this is a Sauvignon Blanc whose nuances will be killed if you over-chill it. You could even decant it for a while and let it approach room temperature. Dry and rich, it shows savory, complex tiers of pineapples, limes, green apples, sweet golden tobacco, vanilla, white pepper and even a touch of thyme.",Dutton Ranch - Cohen Vineyard,20,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton Estate 2008 Dutton Ranch - Cohen Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-estate-2008-ranch-cohen-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Dutton Estate 14.5,Red,US,"Ripe, round, toasty and full-bodied, this is a style close to very high-end California Merlots costing two to three times as much. Black cherry, cassis, smoke, toast and coffee grounds dominate, but the seductive blend and the beautifully managed tannins keep the wine palate-friendly. Drink now or cellar for 6–8 years.",Ethos Reserve,31,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2007 Ethos Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2007-ethos-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.5,Red,US,"From Sierra Foothills Syrah pioneer Bill Easton comes this sensational bottling from the Pyramid Block of his Sentinel Oak Vineyard in Shenandoah Valley, the oldest selection of the grapes. Built to age 10-plus years, this wine shows integrated fruit, super amounts of tannin and structure, touches of savory rusticity and sensual texture that evolves in the glass.",Sentinel Oak Vineyard,40,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2008 Sentinel Oak Vineyard Syrah (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2008-sentinel-oak-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Syrah,2008,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 14.7,Red,Spain,"Earthy, dark and meaty wine, with rubber, deep black fruit, bacon and leather on the nose. This is a typical huge wine from Atauta, with roasted plum, blackberry and ingrained spice flavors. Long on the finish, with tobacco, herb and oak character. Drinkable now but it's hard and tannic; better to wait three to 12 years.",La Mala,140,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Dominio de Atauta 2007 La Mala (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-atauta-2007-mala-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2007,Dominio de Atauta ,Red,US,"This and the '09 may be the last Syrahs until a new planting is made. Scents of violets, cassis, tobacco and licorice create cross currents that swirl around the palate, along with tangy, tasty blueberry fruit. Tight and densely layered, this is a sleek, well-crafted effort that finishes with a spicy kick.",,26,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Robert Karl 2008 Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2008,Robert Karl ,Red,US,"This blend is 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Cabernet Franc and 9% Merlot. It needs time. Right now the pieces are there, but not entirely pulled together. Winemaker David Larsen builds wines for the long term; everything is in proportion, and the fruit is ripe but never jammy. This is sleek and steely, with veins of iron, mineral, earth and tight red fruits. The oak influence is minimal. The vineyard is notable for the ageability of its wines.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Soos Creek 2008 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red Wine Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2008-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-wine-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Soos Creek ,Red,US,"This wine has an extra dimension, though it is tight as can be. The classic rock/mineral underpinning typical of wines from this vineyard is there, and the fruit is compact and well defined. It's set in a frame of acid and earth, offering a picture of the more expressive wine that will come with further age. In the mouth it is tight and dense, but loaded with hints of complexity.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Seven Hills 2008 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2008-ciel-cheval-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Seven Hills 14.2,White,US,"Acidity, minerals and lower alcohol combine to make Gordon's '08 far superior to the 2007. There's a bracing steeliness to the pineapple and green apple fruit, which is cleansed with racy acidity. The oak is a little strong, but this is a lovely, complex Carneros Chardonnay to drink now.",Jeff Gordon Collection,45,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Jeff Gordon 2008 Jeff Gordon Collection Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeff-gordon-2008-jeff-collection-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Jeff Gordon 13.5,Red,Spain,"A big, dark, modern wine with lemon and shoe polish on the nose but also rich black fruit aromas. The palate is both elegant and beefy, with lush blackberry and copious spice and chocolate flavors. Finishes full, mossy, rich and slightly herbal. A big success for varietal Rioja Grenache; drink now through 2012.",Monovarietales,45,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Valserrano 2005 Monovarietales (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valserrano-2005-monovarietales-grenache-garnacha-rioja/,Garnacha,2005,Valserrano 14.3,Red,US,"A beautiful Pinot, flashy and dry, and drinking well now. With crisp acidity and velvety tannins, it shows intense cherry, raspberry, currant and cola flavors, brightened with acidity that makes the finish clean and zesty.",Estate,36,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2008-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Talley 11,Dessert,US,"Just a whiff of this deep gold Vidal Blanc reveals layers of smoke melded with honey and fresh apples. The palate is deeply complex with flavors that include pretty florals, rich pineapple, citrus and a compelling smoked nut skin note. The super-long finish is marked by zippy acidity and a lovely astringency.",Vidal Ice,25,92,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 2008 Vidal Ice Vidal Blanc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-2008-vidal-ice-other-white-vidal-blanc-finger-lakes/,Vidal Blanc,2008,Standing Stone ,Red,US,"Dubbed Amerique because of the use of American oak barrels, this broad, relatively fruity, accessible Syrah splays out across the core palate with a panoply of blueberries, boysenberries, cooked cherries and cassis. That lush fruit plays out against firm tannins, a fine balancing act.",Amerique,34,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2007 Amerique Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2007-amerique-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2007,McCrea 12.5,Sparkling,France,"A fruity style, full of soft grapefruit, touches of citrus and apple. Under the fruit, there is a more yeasty character, adding richness. It could well be even better if aged for several years.",Grand Cru Brut,85,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery 2004 Grand Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-2004-grand-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2004,Pommery 9.5,Dessert,Canada,"There's incredible depth of both flavor and texture in this golden icewine from Inniskillin. Initially, it's rich and creamy on the tongue with notes of honey, waxy florals and apple. Then, bright flashes of acidity bring forth tones of tangerine and Meyer lemon. Long and languorous on the finish, it's a gorgeous wine all around.",Icewine,60,92,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Inniskillin 2007 Icewine Vidal Blanc (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inniskillin-2007-icewine-other-white-vidal-blanc-niagara-peninsula/,Vidal Blanc,2007,Inniskillin ,Red,US,"This is the artist label Syrah; impenetrably black, richly scented and intriguing. The fruit is tart and has a citrus edge, but more noticeable are the scents and textures of spices—clove, pepper, cayenne, a bit of fennel and ginger. The longer it breathes, the smoother and more interesting the flavors become.",Lewis Vineyard,75,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2007 Lewis Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2007-lewis-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Dunham 13.1,Red,US,"Not as pricey as the winery's San Andreas bottling, but in the same style. Light-bodied, elegant, dry and modest in alcohol, yet with great focus and intensity. A lovely wine that's a relative bargain.",The Bohan-Dillon,30,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Hirsch 2009 The Bohan-Dillon Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hirsch-2009-bohan-dillon-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Hirsch 14.5,Red,Spain,"Dark and crusty on the nose, with full-force aromas of blackberry, licorice and mineral. The palate is full but not too tight or hard; there's a welcome softness to the wine but also nice acidity. Tastes great, with loads of black fruit, chocolate and toast. Modern, with plenty of oak. Drink now through 2014.",Ucedo,59,92,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Gancedo 2006 Ucedo Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gancedo-2006-ucedo-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2006,Gancedo 13.9,White,US,"This barrel selection has long been Signorello's best Chardonnay, and it still is. It elevates Napa Valley, not the most natural home to Chardonnay, to its finest expression. Earthy but complex, it has intricate citrus, tropical fruit and oak flavors, as well as a firm minerality. Drink now.",Hope's Cuvee,65,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2009 Hope's Cuvee Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2009-hopes-cuvee-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Signorello ,Red,US,"Dark, baking chocolate aromas are wrapped into thrilling cassis and black cherry fruit. The chocolate flavors run right through the core of the wine and into the tannins, smooth and supple. Still tight and dappled with peppery herb, this is a wine to cellar.",Estate,48,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Va Piano 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Va Piano 14.3,Red,US,"An excellent Pinot Noir that's consistent with Talisman's recent string of successes. The wine is rich in acidity and complex, with earthy, mushroomy flavors of cherries and sweet raspberries. Lots of smoky oak, but it's beautifully integrated. Drink now–2015.",Red Dog Vineyard Pommard Clone,46,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Talisman 2007 Red Dog Vineyard Pommard Clone Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talisman-2007-red-dog-vineyard-pommard-clone-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2007,Talisman 13.7,Red,US,"The vineyard lies between Freestone and Bodega Bay, one of the coolest parts of the far Sonoma Coast. The wine is fairly pale for a California Pinot Noir, with nuanced flavors of toast, spices, raspberries and persimmons, in a silky, vibrant texture. The oak application has not yet been fully integrated. Give it 2–4 years in the bottle.",Platt Vineyard,65,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Littorai 2008 Platt Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/littorai-2008-platt-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Littorai 14.4,Red,US,"The grapes come from the cool Oak Knoll District, and the wine shows firm acidity and tannins that give it a dry, astringent texture. But it's very rich, brimming with blackberries, cola and a tang of minerals. Seems like it should age well. Hold until 2015 and see what it does.",Out of Sight Vineyard,85,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2008 Out of Sight Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2008-out-sight-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Flora Springs 13.5,White,France,"A tense, mineral wine, striated with citrus zest and toast. The wine is tight, nervy in character, holding back its future richness under a firm structure. Keep for four years at least.",Les Combettes Premier Cru,225,93,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2008 Les Combettes Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2008-combettes-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Leflaive 14.9,Red,US,"A beautiful wine, just what a Napa Petite Sirah should be: Dark, dry, tannic and muscular, showing leathery, meaty flavors, with hints of blackberries, chocolate and violets, and a sprinkling of pepper. Great now for its full-bodied richness, and should develop interestingly over the next decade.",Roux Old Vine,50,93,California,Napa,St. Helena,Chiarello Family Vineyards 2008 Roux Old Vine Petite Sirah (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiarello-family-2008-roux-old-vine-petite-sirah-napa-st-helena/,Petite Sirah,2008,Chiarello Family Vineyards ,Red,US,"Perfumed with pine needles and flowers, tangy with boysenberry and black cherry fruit and, finally, laced with streaks of chocolate, this is a captivating, rather elegant vintage of Buty's Cabernet Sauvignon/Cab Franc blend. Substantial and dense, yet delicate enough to be scented with violets, the young and compact wine will surely improve with up to a decade of cellaring.",Champoux Vineyard Red,55,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Buty 2008 Champoux Vineyard Red Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2008-champoux-vineyard-red-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc,2008,Buty 13.8,White,US,"Winemaker Mike Lee continues to prove his prowess with Sauvignon Blanc in this latest vintage of Patianna, Patti Fetzer's line of organically farmed wines from outside of Hopland in Mendocino County. Fermented entirely in stainless steel without undergoing ML or barrel aging, it delivers everything you love about the variety, inviting one in with melon and minerality, then following through with a surprising creaminess and almost decadent, mousse-like finish.",Made With Organic Grapes,17,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Patianna 2009 Made With Organic Grapes Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patianna-2009-made-with-organic-grapes-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Patianna 14.2,Red,US,"A beautifully balanced, well-made Pinot Noir from the sons of the late Bobby Fetzer of the famed Mendocino Fetzer family, who started Masút originally to farm organic Pinot grapes with his sons. Ben and Jake do honor to their family heritage here with a clean, bright bottle of high-toned cranberry and tart cherry accompanied by a richness of texture and just a touch of oak.",,40,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Masút 2009 Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masut-2009-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2009,Masút 14.4,Red,US,"Smoky sweet oak and pure flavors of black and red cherries and raspberries mark this young, intense Cabernet, which was grown in Oakville. It's strong in tannins from both grapeskins and wood, but they're very refined, and the impression is of a flashy, upscale wine. Good now, with decanting, and over the next 6–7 years.",Holy Smoke Vineyard,85,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2008 Holy Smoke Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2008-holy-smoke-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Flora Springs ,Red,US,"Pure Malbec from one of Washington's best vineyards, this is power personified. Cassis and black cherry fruit is tightly wound around mineral-drenched tannins. There are telltale streaks of earth and stem, a dusting of ground coffee, and other nuances that show the varietal details often missing from domestic Malbec. A fine effort.",LVLL Stone Tree Vineyard,36,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Kontos 2008 LVLL Stone Tree Vineyard Malbec (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kontos-cellars-2008-lvll-stone-tree-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Malbec,2008,Kontos ,Red,US,"A sexy, lush, flat-out beautiful nose introduces this dusty, decadent wine. The blackberry fruit is ripe and highlighted with pastry spices and crust with hints of light dried herb. It is starting to move into secondary fruit flavors, lush and round and full-bodied, and the finish adds veins of earth and smoke and forest floor. Really a revelation.",,24,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Salida 2006 Tempranillo (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salida-2006-tempranillo-columbia-valley-yakima/,Tempranillo,2006,Salida ,Red,US,"Cofermented with 2% Viognier, this elegant Syrah rests on a base of toast, coffee grounds, loam and savory herbs. The fruit—pie cherries and plums—is subservient to the details of earth, mushroom and leather. All is beautifully integrated, balanced and long. A wine to savor.",Signature,40,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Doyenne 2008 Signature Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doyenne-2008-signature-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,Doyenne ,Red,US,"A compelling blend of 40% Grenache, 40% Mourvèdre and 20% Syrah, this wine captures your attention from the first sniff. The aromas have a rare mix of fruit, soil, barrel and animal, the sort of complexity that eludes language. It fills the mouth with wild and arresting flavors, sweet cherry fruit, animal, loam, cut tobacco and coffee grounds, all folding into dense, dark tannins.",Métier Red,36,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Doyenne 2008 Métier Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doyenne-2008-metier-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2008,Doyenne 14,Red,Spain,"If you like lusty, ripe, full-bodied reds, then scoop this up because it's excellent and priced to sell. The nose is rich, crusty and minerally, with a ton of black fruit. The palate is layered and creamy, with ultra- ripe, concentrated black fruit, chocolate and café mocha flavors. Pure and deep; drinkable now and over the next few years.",Bembibre,45,93,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Dominio de Tares 2006 Bembibre Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-tares-2006-bembibre-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2006,Dominio de Tares 15.3,Red,US,"A huge, fruit-packed wine, made in the Shafer style of mass and potency. With 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and lots of new oak, it's explosive in black cherry, cherry liqueur and cedar flavors, with a spicy, salty umami taste, like pepperoni. Give it a decant of several hours.",,48,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Shafer ,Red,US,"Right out of the chute this has sappy, delicious black cherry fruit, accented with scents of tobacco and graphite. Streaks of ash and more juicy berries fill the middle, as it unfolds into a taut, sculpted finish. A classical style from a vintage that favors it; accessible, yet built for cellaring.",Seven Hills Vineyard,28,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2008 Seven Hills Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2008-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2008,Seven Hills 14.5,Red,Spain,"Big, rich and extremely impressive given the price; this wine competes with and beats some Riberas that cost five times more. It's textured, deep, silky and layered, with integrated berry, plum and cassis flavors. Packed and generous all the way to the finish; drink now or cellar for up to 10 more years. From 80-year-old Tempranillo vines.",Erial Tradición Familia,23,93,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Epifanio Rivera 2007 Erial Tradición Familia (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-epifanio-rivera-2007-erial-tradicion-familia-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Bodegas Epifanio Rivera 14.5,Red,Spain,"A classy, rich style of modern Rioja that gets everything right. The nose is a mix of bacon, cinnamon, baked blackberry, pepper and vanilla, while the lush palate is alive with layered flavors of black plum, coffee, black tea and baking spices. Long on the finish, and fabulous as a whole. Drink now through 2016.",Letras,45,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Agrícola Labastida 2006 Letras (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-labastida-2006-letras-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Agrícola Labastida 14.5,Red,US,"A very rich, sumptuous wine, filled with cherry, red currant, cola, mineral, herb and oak flavors, but they're wrapped into the hard tannins Mount Veeder is known for. Dry and sophisticated, but tough, it's a wine that wants time in the cellar. Better after 2014.",Flower,50,93,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Yates Family Vineyard 2006 Flower Red (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yates-family-vineyard-2006-flower-red-napa-mount-veeder/,Red Blend,2006,Yates Family Vineyard 13,White,Spain,"The iconoclastic Emilio Rojo produces this five-grape blend from terraced vineyards located in inland Galicia. The wine is lush, rich and shows barrel characteristics and depth. The nose is toasty and alluring, but the real play comes in the mouth, which is healthy as an ox, with layered flavors of baked apple, tropical fruits and honey. Long on the finish, with an appealing texture and fine acidity. In perfect condition now; drink through 2013.",Blanco,53,93,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Emilio Rojo 2009 Blanco White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-rojo-2009-blanco-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2009,Emilio Rojo 15.2,Red,US,"Continues Meander's great track record with this bottling. Sweet, toasty new oak and ripe flavors of cherries and cocoa combine to give this Cabernet irresistible deliciousness. It's as sweet as a fruit tart, but fully dry on the finish. Meanwhile, firm, dusty tannins give it a pleasurable resistance, suggesting time in the cellar. Give it a good 6–7 years.",Morisoli Vineyard,120,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Meander 2008 Morisoli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meander-2008-morisoli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Meander 14.8,Red,US,"The pedigree of the vineyard shows in this beautiful wine, easily the best of the winery's 2008 Pinot Noirs. It's rich and complex in cherry and currant fruit, with a sautéed mushroom earthiness and the smoke of oak. With exquisite acid-tannin balance, it's beautiful to drink now and for the next six years or so.",Talley-Rincon Vineyard,40,93,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Sinor-LaVallee 2008 Talley-Rincon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinor-lavallee-2008-talley-rincon-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sinor-LaVallee ,Red,US,"A streak of iron and mineral leads, with rich, ripe, dark fruit flavors following. Compact and tannic, this is extremely young. But compressed in the wine are complex streaks of herb and mineral. The tannins are strong and polished.",Klipsun Vineyard,35,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Seven Hills 2008 Klipsun Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2008-klipsun-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Seven Hills 14.5,Red,US,"Dark in color, brooding in tannins, this massively constructed wine is destined for a period in the cellar. It's bone dry and balanced in acidity, with concentrated blackberry, cherry, Canadian bacon, sandalwood and spice flavors. Delicious and complex, it's drinkable now, and should develop additional bottle notes over the next 7–8 years.",,45,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mi Sueño 2007 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2007,Mi Sueño 14.5,Red,Australia,"Sourced from Kilikanoon's home region of Clare, this is a lush, creamy-textured Shiraz of chocolaty richness, balanced by notes of black olive, plum and mocha. It's intense but not overbearing, with lingering notes of dark fruit and spice on the finish. Drink now–2020.",Oracle,70,93,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Kilikanoon 2007 Oracle Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2007-oracle-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Kilikanoon 14.5,Red,Australia,"Full bodied and rich, with extravagant mint, chocolate, cassis, coffee and cedar notes that come close to going over the top, kept in check by muscular tannins that impart the texture of fine powder to the wine's lengthy finish. Drink 2012–2020.",Green's Vineyard,70,93,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Kilikanoon 2007 Green's Vineyard Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2007-greens-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2007,Kilikanoon 14.2,Red,US,"Syrah does well all over Washington, but the Lake Chelan region has a particular mix of qualities that are most appealing. The scents swirl through a circus of attractions—coffee and toast, berry and cassis, loam and funk, spice and citrus peel. They seem to go on almost infinitely. The flavors continue along the same lines; just as you think you've nailed them down, they morph into something new.",,28,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Lake Chelan,Hard Row To Hoe 2008 Syrah (Lake Chelan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hard-row-to-hoe-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-lake-chelan/,Syrah,2008,Hard Row To Hoe ,White,US,"This is 90% Viognier and 10% Roussanne. It opens with precisely cut layers of lime, lemon, Satsuma orange and grapefruit rind, beautifully rendered and underscored with a racy minerality. A wine in perfect balance, vivid and penetrating, it could accompany a wide range of foods, much as a top-of-the-line unoaked Chardonnay, but with more complexity.",Métier Blanc,33,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Doyenne 2009 Métier Blanc White (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doyenne-2009-metier-blanc-white-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,White Blend,2009,Doyenne ,Red,US,"A beautiful rendition of pure Cabernet Sauvignon, crafted from the oldest blocks of this iconic vineyard. Bracing, youthful and compact, it sends up a fascinating mix of dusty spices, black fruits and elegant barrel flavors of toast and coconut butter. Beautiful balance and length.",Seven Hills Vineyard,35,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2008 Seven Hills Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2008-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Seven Hills 15,Red,Australia,"Full bodied and concentrated without being overly heavy or tannic, this is a stunning blend of Shiraz (92%) and Viognier (8%). Hints of roasted or grilled meat and black olive balance the bold blackberry fruit, leaving behind a lingering finish of warmth and dusty cocoa. Drink now–2020.",Descendant,105,94,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Torbreck 2007 Descendant Shiraz-Viognier (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torbreck-2007-descendant-shiraz-syrah-viognier-barossa-valley/,Shiraz-Viognier,2007,Torbreck 14.2,Red,US,"A flashy, classy wine, grown in the estate vineyard in the benchlands and hills above Rutherford. Shows lots of sweet, ripe cherry fruit and toasty oak, but has enough of an acid-tannin structure to dry it out for balance. Should hold and develop over the next 6–8 years.",Trilogy,65,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2008 Trilogy Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2008-trilogy-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Flora Springs 14.1,White,US,"Ehren Jordan once again dips into this cult vineyard for his Central Coast Viognier, with spectacular results. The grape pedigree is evident in the intense ripeness, suggesting tropical fruits, green apples and pears, and the acidity, which is brisk and clean. A brilliant evocation of Viognier to drink now.",Alban Vineyard,39,94,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Failla 2009 Alban Vineyard Viognier (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2009-alban-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-edna-valley/,Viognier,2009,Failla 14,White,Spain,"A “Wow” type of blended white from one of the modern pioneers of Priorato. Nelin is quite spectacular as it delivers layered, dry aromas and equally impressive melon, honey and peachy flavors. Smooth, silky and stylish, with cerebral as well as base-level appeal. In perfect condition now. Hard not to love this classy wine.",Nelin,57,94,Catalonia,Priorat,,Clos Mogador 2008 Nelin White (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-mogador-2008-nelin-white-priorat/,White Blend,2008,Clos Mogador ,Red,US,"Wide open and seductive, this brings together grapes from both Conner Lee (northern Columbia Basin) and Champoux (Horse Heaven Hills). Muscular, ripe and round, the sweet blackberry and cassis fruit is limned with a granite-like minerality. Great concentration and layering—a berry/rock/tannin layer cake.",,40,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2009 Merlot-Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2009-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot-Cabernet Franc,2009,Buty ,Red,US,"This particular bottling belongs with the very best Syrahs from this Syrah-infatuated state. A broad, toasty, full-bodied and fully realized wine, it has begun to smooth out from the extra years in bottle, but has a long life ahead. Berries, cherries, chocolate, coffee, mocha, tobacco, fungus, graphite… the flavors go and go.",Boushey Grande Côte Vineyard,36,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2006 Boushey Grande Côte Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2006-boushey-grande-cote-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2006,McCrea 13.9,Red,US,"Awesomely good. Hard to exaggerate how exceptional it feels. Dry and silky, its basic architecture is acids and tannins. Within that framework are amazingly complex flavors of wild forest red berries and red currants, cola, licorice and exotic sandalwood. The 2008 vintage was kind to Talley Rosemary's. Drink now–2015.",Rosemary's Vineyard,70,94,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2008 Rosemary's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2008-rosemarys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Talley ,Red,US,"A lush Cabernet marked by ripe flavors of blackberries, currants, minerals, dried herbs and smoky oak. Obviously from superior terroir, it shows a firm, classic structure. Still too young to drink now, with hard, astringent tannins. Try after 2015.",Dr. Crane,115,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tom Eddy 2004 Dr. Crane Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tom-eddy-2004-dr-crane-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Tom Eddy ,Red,US,"A full-throttle effort, with big flavor swashes of blackberry, cassis, black pepper, coffee grounds and ripe tannins. This is Cold Creek Merlot at its most powerful; the 35-year-old vines are in their prime and the flavors show it. Few American Merlots—indeed few in the world—can stand on their own and deliver a wine this complete and powerful. It needs more years to knit together, but no worries—this is a 20-year wine.",Cold Creek Vineyard,28,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2007 Cold Creek Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2007-cold-creek-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.5,Red,US,"This vintage the wine is comprised of Malbec, Cabernet and Petit Verdot. It's a deeper, darker, richer wine than the '07, with which it was co-released, and equally high-scoring. Almost sweetly jammy in black cherries, raspberries, cola and caramelized oak, it's rescued by firm tannins and a finish that dries it out in minerals and spices. Now–2016.",Dragon's Tooth Red Wine,75,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trefethen 2008 Dragon's Tooth Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2008-dragons-tooth-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Trefethen 14.2,Red,US,"Unusually blended from all five Bordeaux varieties with Malbec dominating, this is a wonderfully, rich, complex wine. It shows jammy blackberry and plum flavors, with spice and cocoa overtones and firm, ripe tannins. The finish is dry and long. An impressive introductory wine from Trefethen, off the estate vineyard.",Dragon's Tooth Red Wine,75,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trefethen 2007 Dragon's Tooth Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2007-dragons-tooth-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Trefethen 15,Red,US,"Put this Cabernet in the cellar for a while. It's dry and very tannic, yet dramatically rich in blackberries, currants, anise biscotti and smoky oak. A complex, classically structured young wine that should develop through 2018.",Peterson Family Vineyard,80,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Switchback Ridge 2008 Peterson Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/switchback-ridge-2008-peterson-family-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Switchback Ridge 14.6,Red,US,"Though it's a huge tannic monster right now, this Bordeaux blend, a first release and new brand name from Steven Kent Winery, is an ode to Steven Kent Mirassou's family's long lineage in California winemaking and the roots of Livermore's history in wine as well. A majority Cabernet (75%), with all the lush cassis and black cherry one would hope for, the wine shows nicely honed herbal notes from its 15% Cab Franc in the middle, with a little touch of spice on the finish coming from 5% Petit Verdot (3% Malbec and 2% Merlot round out the blend). Give this one time and it will surely reward.",,125,94,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Lineage 2007 Red (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lineage-2007-red-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Lineage 14.6,Red,US,"Supple, dark, and laced with licorice, cassis, and clove, this well-crafted Bordeaux blend does not scream high alcohol, though it tops 14.6%. What keeps it focused and precise are the vivid acids and sculpted tannins. It's the work of a young winemaker who is improving dramatically with each new vintage, even as his vineyard puts out better and better fruit.",Destiny Ridge Vineyard Destiny Red,45,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alexandria Nicole 2008 Destiny Ridge Vineyard Destiny Red Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2008-destiny-ridge-vineyard-destiny-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Alexandria Nicole 13.5,Red,France,"For the vintage, a powerful wine that shows all the structure of Gevrey-Chambertin and preserves the black jelly fruit and acidity. The edge of fresh wild strawberry gives the wine a great final fruity aftertaste.",,220,94,Burgundy,Chambertin Clos de Bèze,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Chambertin Clos de Bèze,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-pinot-noir-chambertin-clos-beze/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chanson Père et Fils 13.5,Red,US,"Lots of toasty oak on this Pinot, but also plenty of rich, unctuous fruit to support it. Shows ample flavors of cloves, cinnamon, ripe wild cherries, and earthy, forest floor notes of balsam and dried pine needles. The texture is lightly delicate and silky, with crisp acidity. Really shows off the Clos Pepe terroir in a delightful way.",Clos Pepe,60,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Tyler 2008 Clos Pepe Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyler-2008-clos-pepe-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Tyler 13.9,Red,US,"From the estate vineyard, west of Sebastopol. Made in a lighter-colored, ligher-bodied style than most Russian River Pinot Noirs, the wine shows flashy toast, raspberry, cherry, cinnamon and clove aromas and flavors. A complex, elegant young wine that should develop over the next six years.",The Pivot Vineyard,65,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Littorai 2008 The Pivot Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/littorai-2008-pivot-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Littorai 13,Red,France,"The aromas of smoky new wood follow through to the wood flavors on the palate. However, it's the powerful sweet black cherry and red berry fruit flavors, layered with fruit tannins and acidity, that are driving this impressive wine. For aging at least six years.",Clos des Mouches Premier Cru,89,94,Burgundy,Beaune,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Clos des Mouches Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-clos-mouches-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Joseph Drouhin ,White,US,"Another stellar effort from this terrific new winery. Luscious aromas—stone fruits, candy, wax, peel, honey, cumin, allspice—it just keeps on going. Firm in the mouth, with the same exotic and refined blend of interesting spices and fruits. A tour de force.",Soleil,25,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Maison Bleue 2009 Soleil Roussanne (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2009-soleil-roussanne-columbia-valley-yakima/,Roussanne,2009,Maison Bleue 13.8,Red,US,"Awesome. A superior California Syrah, one of the finest of the vintage. Although it's dry, it's massive in blackberry and blueberry pie filling fruit, with interesting complexities of smoked meats, black pepper, minerals from the earth, cola and sandalwood. Just delicious now, and should hold in the bottle over the next six years.",Kobler Family Vineyard,45,94,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Pax 2007 Kobler Family Vineyard Syrah (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pax-2007-kobler-family-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-green-valley/,Syrah,2007,Pax 14.8,Red,US,"Made in the Failla style of this bottling, a big, rich, softly potent wine whose notable feature is the sheer explosiveness of the fruit. Seems to change every second, now offering ripe blackberries, now crushed raspberry preserves, then bacon and smoked meats, mocha, sautéed mushrooms, licorice, charred oak. And always there is the black pepper. Pure California in its essence and immediate charm.",Phoenix Ranch,44,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Failla 2009 Phoenix Ranch Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2009-phoenix-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2009,Failla 13.5,White,France,"Beautiful lemon-scented wine, balancing rich butter and apricot flavors with intense, pure acidity. The wine at this stage is toast and fruit, still coalescing into its long-term future.",Clavoillon Premier Cru,145,94,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2008 Clavoillon Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2008-clavoillon-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Leflaive 14.5,Red,US,"A super-structured, incredibly textured Syrah from the Sierra Foothills, this is Bill Easton's best of the best lots, aptly named Ascent, that he puts out every year to showcase his deft handling of age-worthy Syrah. This one will continue to develop its earthy, dusty, bacon fat and cigar box qualities over time. A truly beautiful bottle of wine.",Ascent,80,94,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2008 Ascent Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2008-ascent-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2008,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 13.5,Red,France,"Big, full-bodied wine, the great tannins dominating the underlying red fruit. It's firmly concentrated, intense, a powerhouse of dense texture and obviously a wine that will need aging. Give it 5–6 years.",,190,94,Burgundy,Charmes-Chambertin,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Charmes-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-pinot-noir-charmes-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chanson Père et Fils 14,Red,Italy,"A stellar, superb wine that embodies all the grace, power and charm of the Mount Etna volcano in Sicily. This highly unique and distinctive territory has shaped an elegant expression of Nerello Mascalese (with 20% Nerello Cappuccio) offering aromas of wild berry set against delicately toasted pistachio nut. In the mouth, the wine is silky, compact and very persistent.",Serra della Contessa,49,94,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Benanti 2006 Serra della Contessa Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2006-serra-della-contessa-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2006,Benanti 14.1,White,US,"Consistent year after year, this blend of 67% Sauvignon Blanc and 33% Sémillon is modeled after top-flight white Bordeaux. Deep gold, toasty and scented with olive oil, walnuts and loam, it hits the palate full-on with a rainbow of flavors: citrus, stone and tropical fruits, all accented with toast, oil and nuts from barrel aging. Riveting, delicious and unique.",Chaleur Estate Blanc,36,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DeLille 2009 Chaleur Estate Blanc White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2009-chaleur-estate-blanc-white-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,DeLille 14.5,Red,US,"Very fine, rich and dramatic, a wine that feels important all the way through. Dry and vital in concentrated blackberry and currant flavors, with a rich appliqué of smoky oak, it announces its terroir with authority. But it's extraordinarily tannic, and needs lots of time. Try after 2015.",State Lane Vineyard Estate Cuvée,165,95,California,Napa,Yountville,Kapcsandy Family Winery 2008 State Lane Vineyard Estate Cuvée Red (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kapcsandy-family-winery-2008-state-lane-vineyard-estate-cuvee-red-napa-yountville/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Kapcsandy Family Winery 13.5,Red,France,"Structured, concentrated, a wine that shows power from both fruit and tannins. The opulent strawberry flavors are paralleled by firm, dry tannins. As the combination comes together, this will become a glorious wine.",,164,95,Burgundy,Charmes-Chambertin,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Charmes-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-pinot-noir-charmes-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Joseph Drouhin 14,Red,US,"Young and tart in cool-climate acidity, this Pinot needs time in the cellar. It's an exotic wine, spicy and peppery, almost briary, like a Zinfandel, except with flavors of wild forest raspberries, cherries, orange zest and a hint of pine cone. It's as cellarable a Pinot Noir as exists in California. Best after 2015.",San Andreas,60,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Hirsch 2007 San Andreas Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hirsch-2007-san-andreas-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Hirsch 13.7,Red,US,"Brilliantly dry and rich in acidity, this Pinot feels very refined in the mouth. With relatively modest alcohol, it offers an elegant and refreshing alternative to the heavy style of many California Pinot Noirs. Offers notes of earth, cherries, mushrooms, spices and sweet sandalwood.",Wentzel,50,95,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Copain Wines 2009 Wentzel Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/copain-wines-2009-wentzel-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Copain Wines 13.9,Red,US,"An extraordinary wine, dry, crisp in acidity and wonderfully silky in the mouth. The flavors are deep and complex, changing with every second as the wine breathes. Raspberries, wild clove and cinnamon spices, cola, dried herbs, things that taste earthy and minerally and woodsy. Insanely complex and dynamic, this Pinot should age for up to eight years.",Bien Nacido Vineyard N Block,65,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tyler 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard N Block Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyler-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-n-block-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Tyler 14.2,Red,US,"A wonderfully smooth, dry, complex young Cabernet, and yes, the tannins have that famous Rutherford dust. The wine is the opposite of a fruit bomb, with moderate alcohol and interesting flavors of herbs, cherries, blackberries and spicy sandalwood. As good as it is now, it should ride out the next 8–10 years.",Hillside Reserve,100,95,California,Napa,Rutherford,Flora Springs 2008 Hillside Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2008-hillside-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Flora Springs 13.7,Red,US,"Outstanding. So dry and elegant, with such a deft, delicate texture, yet so explosive in fruit and spice. Bone dry, it has notes of herbs, cinnamon, raspberries and white pepper. A gorgeous, complex wine, one to think about and discuss.",Monument Tree,50,95,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Copain Wines 2009 Monument Tree Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/copain-wines-2009-monument-tree-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Copain Wines ,Red,US,"Here's one for the cellar. It's a big, dry, muscular wine, assertive in tannins, with mineral-driven blackberry and black currant flavors. Muscular and intense, it should provide great drinking starting in 2015 and for many years after. A very great expression of its vineyard, which is basically the old Beringer State Lane Vineyard.",Endre,90,95,California,Napa,Yountville,Kapcsandy Family Winery 2008 Endre Red (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kapcsandy-family-winery-2008-endre-red-napa-yountville/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Kapcsandy Family Winery 13.5,White,France,"A ripe, toasty wine, very buttery. It has rich, almost sweet yellow fruit balanced with a wonderful mineral texture. The wine, of course, is still very young, but shows its future as being rounded and opulent. The acidity that holds it all together shows in the finish.",,550,97,Burgundy,Chevalier-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2008 Chevalier-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2008-chardonnay-chevalier-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Leflaive 13.5,White,France,"This beautiful wine is austere at this very young stage. But what pent-up power—the richness comes from glorious ripe fruit, tempered with a core of steel and wrapped with pure lemon, apricot and toast flavors. Age for 10 years at least.",,430,97,Burgundy,Bâtard-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2008 Bâtard-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2008-chardonnay-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Leflaive 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Medicinal and feral on the nose, then heavy, thick and extremely creamy and soft in the mouth, with bland, flat flavors of milk, carob and vanilla. Short on fruit, acidity and purpose.",Colección,12,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma del Sur 2009 Colección Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-sur-2009-coleccion-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2009,Alma del Sur 13.3,White,Argentina,"Mute on the nose, but heavy in the mouth, with grapefruit and pickled flavors. Finishes pickled and pithy. Already old.",,12,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gardel 2009 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gardel-2009-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Gardel 14,White,Argentina,"Heavily vegetal and unclean on the nose, then pickled on the palate, as in sauerkraut. The only thing saving this from the flusher is decent body weight and mouthfeel.",,15,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ricardo Santos 2009 Sémillon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ricardo-santos-2009-semillon-mendoza/,Sémillon,2009,Ricardo Santos 13.9,Red,US,"Harsh and nasty, with insipidly sweet cough medicine flavors and sour acidity. Just barely drinkable.",,10,80,California,California Other,California,Sawbuck 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawbuck-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Sawbuck 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A rough, pinchy nose with leather and funk is no way to begin. The palate stays hard and spiky, with burnt, rustic, murky flavors. Roasted and mossy on the finish, and not very good overall.",Grand Reserve,20,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2007 Grand Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2007-grand-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Cruz Alta 13.9,White,Argentina,"Ashy, green and funky smelling, then sweet, chunky and murky tasting. Nothing is meshing here. It's barely acceptable.",,17,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Carmine Granata 2009 Sémillon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-carmine-granata-2009-semillon-mendoza/,Sémillon,2009,Bodega Carmine Granata 12.5,Red,Argentina,"A dilute and scratchy wine that lacks the body and depth of good Cab. Frankly, it's sour, lean and tough, with tart plum and pie cherry flavors. Dry as a bone on the finish.",,13,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Espuela del Gaucho 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espuela-gaucho-2010-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Espuela del Gaucho 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Smells like wet dog, with sweaty red fruit. The palate is high in acid and low in volume, with snappy, semisour flavors of raspberry and red plum. Settles on the finish but still it's sharp and lean. 80% Tempranillo and 20% Malbec.",,8,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,2 Copas 2009 Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/2-copas-2009-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2009,2 Copas 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Wild, edgy and hot on the nose, which breaks up fast. The palate is narrow, sweet and pruney; stewed up on the finish and grapey throughout.",Natal,15,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alpamanta 2009 Natal Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpamanta-2009-natal-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Alpamanta 13.4,Red,Argentina,"Stalky and green smelling, with tobacco and stemmy fruit aromas. The palate is scratchy and stewy, with soupy flavors of tomato and raspberry. Herbal on the deficient finish.",Viña Famatina,12,81,Other,Famatina Valley,,Bodega Vistandes 2008 Viña Famatina Cabernet Sauvignon (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-vistandes-2008-vina-famatina-cabernet-sauvignon-famatina-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bodega Vistandes ,White,US,"This barrel-fermented Chardonnay cloaks its thin fruit in aggressive flavors of wood and butter. The wine itself is soft and watery, quickly disappearing into a frail finish.",Barrel Fermented,14,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Airlie 2009 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airlie-2009-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Airlie 14.1,White,US,"Sweet in orange and papaya fruit flavors, yet lacking the vital acidity needed for balance. The result is cloying.",Charles Vineyard,28,82,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Foursight 2009 Charles Vineyard Sémillon (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foursight-2009-charles-vineyard-semillon-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sémillon,2009,Foursight ,Red,US,"As a reserve this does not really make the grade. Thin, earthy, with barely ripe fruit, it fades quickly with a watery mouthfeel and astringent tannins.",Reserve,25,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Belle Vallée 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-vallee-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Belle Vallée 14.1,White,US,"Strong in gooseberry flavors that are unripe, with those notoriously green, sour feline elements. Despite some citrus and apple flavors, it's a hard wine to warm up to.",,26,82,California,Napa,Rutherford,Azur 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azur-2010-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Azur 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A sweet-styled Cabernet with raisin, black cherry and baked plum aromas. The feel is clacky and unsophisticated, and the flavors blend candied currant, prune and sugar. Grabby as well.",,6,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ambiente 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ambiente-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Ambiente 14,Red,Argentina,"A particular and odd style of wine that frankly seems too far out of the norm. Blueberry, juniper, citrus peel and air freshener all appear on the scrappy bouquet, while the flavor profile is herbal, green, salty and strange. This is a new wine for the American market from Bodega Colomé, and it needs work.",,17,82,Other,Salta,,Amalaya 2009 Red (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalaya-2009-red-salta/,Red Blend,2009,Amalaya 13.5,White,Argentina,"Shows little on the nose, while the palate is bland and flat, with simple apple and lemon flavors. Soft and chunky white wine with some drab tropicality.",Zaphy,10,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2010 Zaphy Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2010-zaphy-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Trapiche 14,Red,US,"An awkward, unbalanced wine. Has green, vegetal flavors alongside sweet candied raspberries.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Cline 2009 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2009-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2009,Cline 13,Red,France,"Marked by scents of leather, spice and prune, this earthy red lacks a bit of freshness.",,10,82,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Michel Picard 2009 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-2009-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Michel Picard ,Red,US,"A dull, soft, sugary sweet wine, with candied raspberry and vanilla flavors.",True Red Lot 25,11,82,California,California Other,California,Fenestra NV True Red Lot 25 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-nv-true-red-lot-25-other/,Red Blend,,Fenestra ,Dessert,US,"Sugary, volatile, with flavors of prune and brown sugar. No finesse at all.",Port,40,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Belle Vallée 2005 Port Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-vallee-2005-port-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2005,Belle Vallée 13.2,Red,Argentina,"This wine defines overripe but palatable Malbec. The nose is raisiny and heavy, but not very powerful. In the mouth, it runs soft and flat, with sweet, thick flavors of cola, raisin and baked out berry. Chunky and chewy on the finish.",,15,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,VinEcol 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinecol-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,VinEcol 13,Red,Argentina,"Candied and thin on the nose, and that's pretty much what follows. The palate is dilute, while the flavors of red fruits are crisp and semisour. Scratchy and tart on the finish as well.",,11,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Origin 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Origin 16.2,Red,US,"Sugary sweet and hot, this Zin has 16.2% alcohol by volume, making it more like Port than a dry table wine. Tasted twice.",,28,82,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Rancho Arroyo Grande 2008 Zinfandel (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-arroyo-grande-2008-zinfandel-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Rancho Arroyo Grande 13.5,Rose,South Africa,"Bright berry and crisp red plum aromas and flavors dominate this wine, with a touch of menthol on the nose. The alcohol stands out a bit in the mouth and overwhelms the short finish.",Petit,12,82,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2010 Petit Rosé (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2010-petit-rose-stellenbosch/,Rosé,2010,Ken Forrester 13.3,Red,Argentina,"Nail polish and mulchy fruit don't do a lot to help the wine along. The palate is sweet, cloying and creamy, with milk chocolate flavors on top of simple plum and cherry. Sweet and a bar-worthy red at best.",,12,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma del Sur 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-sur-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Alma del Sur 14,Red,Argentina,"Inky blueberry and boysenberry aromas shift to beet juice. The palate is hard, cheeky and tannic, with limited black fruit flavors, controlled sourness and herbal elements. Finishes chunky and not terribly flavorful, with tomato.",,14,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Concentration 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concentration-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Concentration ,Red,US,"Earthy and thin, this has little in the way of fruit flavor or varietal character. Stemmy tannins and sour acids leave an impression of a dilute, unripe wine.",,25,82,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Cliff Creek 2006 Syrah (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cliff-creek-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern/,Syrah,2006,Cliff Creek 13.8,Red,US,"A simple, slightly sweet wine, with candied berry, sugar and spice flavors. Drink it at picnics, parties, the beach.",R Collection Lot No 7 Field Blend,15,83,California,California Other,California,Raymond 2009 R Collection Lot No 7 Field Blend Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2009-r-collection-lot-no-7-field-blend-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Raymond 12.5,Rose,France,"Very soft, round wine. It feels unstructured, indistinct with an overripe strawberry flavor.",Bailli de Provence,10,83,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Gilardi 2010 Bailli de Provence Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilardi-2010-bailli-provence-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Gilardi 13.4,Red,Argentina,"Hard, dark and spicy up front, then clampy, tannic and aggressive feeling, with astringency and bitter, burnt, oaky flavors of black fruits. Finishes hard and tannic, with rubbery heat. A case of more being less; needs to be dialed down.",Vendimia Especial,30,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gardel 2009 Vendimia Especial Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gardel-2009-vendimia-especial-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2009,Gardel 13,Red,Argentina,"Roasted, rubbery aromas fold in olive and asphalt. The palate has a decent feel and herbal flavors of olive and leafy, mulchy black fruits. Herbs and black olive flavors work the finish as well.",,7,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2010 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2010-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2010,Funky Llama 14,Red,Portugal,"Powerful, spiced wine with soft tannins and great juicy layers of sweet fruit. There is a slight vegetal edge which is offputting. Screwcap.",Cape Roca Fish,16,83,Alentejano,,,Casca Wines 2009 Cape Roca Fish Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2009-cape-roca-fish-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Casca Wines 15,Red,US,"Heavy and dull, with berry, licorice and dark chocolate flavors that are without life and zest.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Deep Sea 2008 Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deep-sea-2008-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2008,Deep Sea 16.4,Red,US,"Hot and sweet in chocolate-covered raspberry candy flavors. With alcohol of 16.4%, it's practically Port.",,,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2008 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2008-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Calcareous ,Red,US,"Tart and fruity, with cranberry flavors dominating. There is little or no depth or texture to this wine; it goes straight from fruit to tannin, with a bitter, astringent finish.",Filippo Vineyard,37,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Apolloni 2008 Filippo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apolloni-2008-filippo-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Apolloni 13.5,White,US,"Lots of good acidity in this clean wine, with stimulating flavors of lemons, limes and gooseberries. There's a sour taste of feline emission that will turn some people off.",,14,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2010-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Ancient Peaks 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Awfully green and scratchy for a $30 “special edition” Malbec. The nose is brambly and rapidly devolves into outright grassy. The palate is narrow and underdeveloped, with reedy, raspy flavors of plum, raspberry and mint. Far from what you'd hope for from a higher-priced wine; 350 cases produced.",Nicolás Granata Edición Especial Numerada,30,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Carmine Granata 2007 Nicolás Granata Edición Especial Numerada Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-carmine-granata-2007-nicolas-edicion-especial-numerada-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Bodega Carmine Granata 12.5,White,US,"This wine in a box is simple and direct, with pineapple, lime and peach flavors that are sugary sweet. But it's crisp and clean in acidity, and the box is the equivalent of four regular bottles.",,20,83,California,California Other,California,Jack Tone NV White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jack-tone-nv-white-other/,White Blend,,Jack Tone 14,Red,Argentina,"Spicy and roasted on the nose, with little that's typical of Cabernet Sauvignon. Astringent like a rubber band across the palate, with roasted, earthy flavors that offer some sweetness but not much else.",Centenario Reserve,13,83,Other,San Juan,,Graffigna 2008 Centenario Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-2008-centenario-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-san-juan/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Graffigna 13,Rose,France,"The wine tastes sulphured, with suppressed fruit. There is some weight, with caramel and red berry fruit flavors, but it is all muted.",Cuvée du Golfe de Saint-Tropez,10,83,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Les Vignerons de Grimaud 2010 Cuvée du Golfe de Saint-Tropez Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-grimaud-2010-cuvee-golfe-saint-tropez-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Les Vignerons de Grimaud 14.4,Red,US,"There's a funky, leathery smell to this wine that's disturbing, and whatever is responsible is tamping down the flavors. It's muted in fruit, although the oak stands out. Okay with a good decant, but not going anywhere.",,55,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hendry ,Red,US,"Astringent, stemmy tannins almost overtake the fruit, which is light and slightly sweet. Some strawberry fruit leads quickly into a drying, earthy finish.",,20,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Belle Vallée 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-vallee-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Belle Vallée 14.5,Red,US,"A simple wine, with sweet, candied flavors of cherries and raspberries and a spicy finish. Drink now.",Valley View Vineyard,27,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2008 Valley View Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2008-valley-view-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Lucas & Lewellen ,Red,US,"Scents of raw wood wrap around smoky black cherry fruit. There is a buttery streak, leading into tannins still rough and chewy despite the ample bottle age this wine has been given. The fruit is quickly overwhelmed by the wood.",Reserve,24,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Silvan Ridge 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Silvan Ridge 13.6,Red,Argentina,"Jumbled and stewy on the nose, with soupy berry fruit aromas and rubberband. The palate is choppy and heavy, with brambly flavors of roasted berry. Tastes more salty and soupy than bright and fresh.",,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tierras Altas 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tierras-altas-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Tierras Altas 14,Red,Portugal,"The wine feels lean, the fruit fading behind the bare bones of a wine. The tannins show through dry and solid, and the finish has attractive acidity.",Terras d'El Rei,6,83,Alentejano,,,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 2009 Terras d'El Rei Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooperativa-reguengos-monsaraz-2009-terras-rei-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 14.5,Red,US,"There's an unripe, vegetal taste that mars this Pinot. It's dry and silky, with raspberry and cherry flavors, but there's an unwelcome note of asparagus.",,32,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Clos La Chance 12,Rose,France,"Minty tasting wine, missing out on fruitiness. It has a light texture, feeling hollow.",L'Alycastre,14,83,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,La Courtade 2010 L'Alycastre Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtade-2010-lalycastre-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,La Courtade 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Grapey blackberry aromas come across foxy. The palate is wet and high in acidity, leaving a semisour flavor profile with only a few hints of sweetness around the edges. Drying, herbal and salty.",,17,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Carmine Granata 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-carmine-granata-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Bodega Carmine Granata ,Red,Argentina,"Earthy and leafy aromas yield to tomato leaf and weighty plum aromas. The palate is full but sharp, with tart, driving pie cherry and herbal flavors. Stays rather hard on the finish, where more tomato rolls out.",Broquel,15,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2010 Broquel Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2010-broquel-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2010,Trapiche 13,Red,Portugal,"A lightweight, rather rustic wine that has acidity, flavors of beetroot and a meaty aftertaste.",Tinto da Talha,7,83,Alentejano,,,Roquevale 2008 Tinto da Talha Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roquevale-2008-tinto-talha-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Roquevale ,White,US,"Fruit flavors of pear and peach roll into a soft, spongy midpalate. The finish brings in fermentation flavors of cracker and sweet grain, with some skin phenolics.",,13,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Belle Vallée 2008 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-vallee-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Belle Vallée 14.2,Red,US,"A soft, simple, fruity Merlot. Tastes like a cherry, blackberry, roasted almond, cocoa and cinnamon granola bar, melted into wine.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Cable Car 2007 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cable-car-2007-merlot-other/,Merlot,2007,Cable Car 13,Red,Argentina,"Candied, dark and murky on the nose, then narrow, clampy and tannic in the mouth. Flavors are herbal, while the fruit content is sweet blackberry and black plum. Short and hollow on the finish, which leaves a grapey residue.",,17,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Carmine Granata 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-carmine-granata-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bodega Carmine Granata 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Jammy and a bit scratchy on the nose, and also sort of dull and earthy. In the mouth, it's tangy and citrusy, bordering on sour tasting, with pie cherry, plum and light savory notes. Finishes red and juicy, but with a tomato accent.",Colección,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma del Sur 2009 Colección Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-sur-2009-coleccion-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Alma del Sur 14.2,Red,US,"Soft and sugary sweet, with spicy black raspberry and chocolate flavors, this is a clean, simple wine to drink with barbecue.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Calcareous 13.5,Red,US,"A simple, acceptable wine, thin and hot, but with a decent taste of cherry cola. Tasted twice.",Force Canyon Vineyard,20,83,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Hangtime 2008 Force Canyon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hangtime-2008-force-canyon-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2008,Hangtime 12.5,White,US,"Sugary-sweet pineapple, orange and mango fruit juice flavors mark this simple, party-style wine.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Fat Cat 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fat-cat-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Fat Cat 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Stemmy and lightly green on the nose, with raspberry and plum filling in the blanks. The palate is a bit hollow and empty, with herbal plum and berry flavors. Not bad but it does shows stemminess and raspy qualities.",Schroeder Estate,19,83,Other,Patagonia,,Familia Schroeder 2010 Schroeder Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2010-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-patagonia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2010,Familia Schroeder 13,Red,Portugal,"Rustic, farmyard aromas follow through to a wine that has let the Baga tannins dominate. It is tough, chewy, offering few concessions to fruit.",Colheita,16,83,Bairrada,,,Quinta de Baixo 2008 Colheita Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-baixo-2008-colheita-red-bairrada/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta de Baixo 14.1,White,US,"A simple, sweet wine, with fruit juice flavors of pineapple, peaches, apples and honey.",Poseidon's Vineyard,25,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Molnar Family 2009 Poseidon's Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/molnar-family-2009-poseidons-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Molnar Family 13.9,White,Argentina,"Oily and blowsy smelling, with almondy aromas and a pinch of citrus. The palate is heavy and chunky, with sweet, overripe flavors of pineapple and peach. Sweet and stalky on the finish.",Cosecha Nocturna,15,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Domiciano de Barrancas 2009 Cosecha Nocturna Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domiciano-barrancas-2009-cosecha-nocturna-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Domiciano de Barrancas 14.4,White,US,"Pretty threadbare in fruit, with watery pineapple flavors covered with lots of toasty, sweetly caramelized oak. Will satisfy Chardonnay fans who like this sweet style.",Sonoma Cuvee,20,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rutz 2009 Sonoma Cuvee Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-2009-sonoma-cuvee-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Rutz 13.8,Red,US,"A simple, soft and sweet wine, with sugary flavors of berries, cola and spices. Zinfandel, Carignane and Sangiovese.",ZCS,13,83,California,California Other,California,Santa Barbara Winery 2009 ZCS Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2009-zcs-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Santa Barbara Winery 13,White,Argentina,"Soapy smelling and a touch dull to start with. The palate is wet but doesn't deliver much kick, while the flavor profile includes lettuce greens, peach and apple. Fleshy but bland on the finish; drink right away.",Reserva,15,83,Other,Salta,,Tukma 2010 Reserva Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tukma-2010-reserva-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2010,Tukma 14,Red,Argentina,"Heavily earthy and rubbery smelling, then big and bulky but out of whack on the palate. Tastes buttery and gummy, with generic berry fruit flavors that finish oaky.",,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alberti 154 2009 Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alberti-154-2009-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2009,Alberti 154 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Leathery and pinched on the nose, with rubber, olive and berry aromas. The palate runs hard and snappy due to high acidity and spiky tannins, while the flavor profile deals herbal notes, olive and dark plum. Fades fast on the finish, leaving a salty residue.",,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argento 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argento-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Argento 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Red licorice candy and sweet red berry aromas lead to a narrow, prickly, semitart palate with sharp raspberry and strawberry flavors. Finishes quick, with the taste of red Twizzlers. Not much depth here, but decent for the price.",,6,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ambiente 2009 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ambiente-2009-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2009,Ambiente 14.4,Red,Argentina,"Quite herbal and foxy on the nose, with char and olive aromas. The palate is thick, jammy and clumsy, with bittersweet notes of stewed berry and blackberry syrup. A huge, muscular wine that's really ripe and untamed.",La Consulta Select,19,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Altocedro 2009 La Consulta Select Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altocedro-2009-consulta-select-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Altocedro 14,Rose,France,"A disappointing effort from a normally reliable producer, Château de Ségriès's Tavel is still pleasant enough, but it comes across as slightly heavy and confected while delivering bold cherry-berry fruit.",,16,83,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Château de Ségriès 2010 Tavel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-segries-2010-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2010,Château de Ségriès 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Raspberry, plum and cherry aromas become more thin, cheesy and leathery with time. The palate is hard and narrow, with sheer flavors of generic raspberry and plum. Clacky and rough feeling on the finish.",Reserva,19,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Manuel Villafañe 2007 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-manuel-villafane-2007-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Don Manuel Villafañe 15,Red,US,"Simple and hot, with unevenly ripened flavors of raspberries and mint. Some portion of Cline's very old vines in Oakley add richness.",Ancient Vines,16,83,California,California Other,California,Cline 2009 Ancient Vines Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2009-ancient-vines-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2009,Cline 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Grapey and foxy, with green, minty aromas and a hollow center. The palate is bulky, heavy and tannic, while the flavors are strained and grapey. Sweet and incomplete; grapey but not in harmony.",Reserva,20,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bodega Norton 14.2,White,Argentina,"Vanilla and Animal Cracker aromas fold in mango and banana. The palate is soft and creamy, with not much acidity and pulpy flavors of ripe banana and pithy citrus. Soft and peachy on the finish.",,12,84,Other,Salta,,Tercos 2010 Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tercos-2010-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2010,Tercos 14.5,Red,US,"A bit too soft and sweet for Zinfandel, but it sure is delicious in berry fruit, chocolate, pepper and herb flavors. Drink now with barbecue.",Grand Reserve Antique Vines,12,84,California,California Other,Amador-Napa,Villa Mt. Eden 2007 Grand Reserve Antique Vines Zinfandel (Amador-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2007-grand-reserve-antique-vines-zinfandel-other-amador-napa/,Zinfandel,2007,Villa Mt. Eden 13,White,Portugal,"Citrus and apple freshness mark this wine, which is bright and lively while also having some fruit weight. Not for aging.",Plansel Selecta Branco,,84,Alentejano,,,Quinta da Plansel 2010 Plansel Selecta Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-plansel-2010-selecta-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2010,Quinta da Plansel 12.5,Rose,France,"Crispness is the hallmark of this light wine. It has bright fruit, a pure, clean taste, just a hint of herbs. Screwcap.",,13,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Provence Rosé 2010 Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provence-rose-2010-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2010,Provence Rosé 14.5,Red,US,"Sweet, oak-like flavors of vanilla and caramel dominate this simple Merlot. Underneath is a candied wine, with pastry flavors of raspberries and cherries.",,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Station 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-station-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Napa Station 14,Red,France,"A bit tough and unyielding right now, Nalys's 2008 Châteauneuf-du-Pape displays adequate black cherry fruit and hints of horse stable and garrigue. It does dry out on the finish; drink it up over the next few years.",,39,84,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Nalys 2008 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nalys-2008-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine de Nalys 12.5,Rose,France,"Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend gives flavors of red cherry and some sweetness, the acidity missing that extra zing. It is soft, ripe, finishing gently.",Abbaye Sainte-Hilaire Tentation,,84,Provence,Vin de Pays Var,,Domaines de Provence 2010 Abbaye Sainte-Hilaire Tentation Rosé (Vin de Pays Var),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-provence-2010-abbaye-sainte-hilaire-tentation-rose-vin-pays-var/,Rosé,2010,Domaines de Provence 14.6,White,US,"This is a soft, heavy Viognier. Despite some rich flavors of citrus and tropical fruits, it has a vegetal edge, and finishes jammy sweet.",,16,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Deep Sea 2009 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deep-sea-2009-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2009,Deep Sea 14.5,Red,Spain,"A little raisiny, but it's also very nice for a sun-drenched Tempranillo that's deep, lush, extracted and ready to drink. Flavors of brown sugar, spice and sweet blackberry are ready, while the finish offers fudge and more brown sugar. Doesn't have a long follow-through but it's still a dandy modern wine for the near term.",Cóndita,35,90,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Ramiro's Wine Cellar 2007 Cóndita Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramiros-wine-cellar-2007-condita-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2007,Ramiro's Wine Cellar 14,Red,Italy,This is a well shaped and elegant expression of Nero d'Avola with earthy tones of leather and spice backed by bright red fruit and cherry. The wine does a very nice job of showcasing this native grape of Sicily.,Lu Patri,,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2008 Lu Patri Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2008-lu-patri-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2008,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello ,White,US,"The first Boushey vineyard Roussanne from McCrea includes a 25% portion of Grenache Blanc. The wine is sharp and high-toned, with a bit of burn to the finish. The fruit flavors dance around the fringes of tropical, with a softer melon core. Though barrel fermented in neutral oak, some tasty, toasty flavors abound.",Boushey Vineyard,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2009 Boushey Vineyard Roussanne (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2009-boushey-vineyard-roussanne-columbia-valley-yakima/,Roussanne,2009,McCrea 13.5,Red,Austria,"An interesting blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and St Laurent, the wine has good intensity of flavor, with dense tannins and a solid structure. It is just showing a smoky flavor to go with the juicy black fruit. Age for 2–3 years. Screwcap.",Baron Cuvée,35,90,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2008 Baron Cuvée Red (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2008-baron-cuvee-red-blend-austrian-niederosterreich/,Austrian Red Blend,2008,Pratsch 13.5,Red,Italy,"Neprica is an awesome blend of Negroamaro, Primitivo and Cabernet Sauvignon from southern Italy that offers an unbeatable price versus quality ratio. This rising star of Puglia would pair with meats, pasta or aged cheese and offers clean aromas of ripe fruit, spice and leather.",Neprica,12,90,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Tormaresca 2009 Neprica Red (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tormaresca-2009-neprica-red-puglia/,Red Blend,2009,Tormaresca 13.9,White,US,"A fine Chardonnay for the price. Soft and buttery upon entry, it shows good balance in the midpalate, with the butter blended with fresh apple and lime, and set against enough juicy acidity to give it definition.",,10,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Snoqualmie 13.5,Red,Australia,"This rather chunky example of Tasmanian Pinot Noir isn't typical of the genre, but impresses for its bold black-cherry fruit. Some menthol-like notes give it a slightly medicinal quality, but the persistent finish and fine tannins more than compensate. Drink this idiosyncratic effort over the next 4–5 years.",,29,89,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Frogmore Creek 2007 Pinot Noir (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogmore-creek-2007-pinot-noir-tasmania/,Pinot Noir,2007,Frogmore Creek 14.7,Red,US,"A very good introduction to Steven Kent's Livermore Cabernets, sourced from a handful of his single-vineyard designates, including the Ghielmetti, Home Ranch and Smith Ranch. This is 79% Cab with smatterings of Cab Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot (an up and coming varietal in Livermore), and still needs some time to develop but all the essentials are there.",,35,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Steven Kent 14,Red,Australia,"One of the classic names of Margaret River, Moss Wood has turned out a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Merlot that manages to be full bodied and muscular without being brawny. It features fresh cassis, mint and vanilla shadings and a long, slightly dusty finish. Drink now–2018.",Amy's,32,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Moss Wood 2008 Amy's Red (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moss-wood-2008-amys-red-margaret-river/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Moss Wood 13.5,White,France,"With a crisp nose of brisk green apple accented by lime rind and yellow florals, this is a beautiful Limoux Chard with great expression. Mineral notes drive the palate, with ripe apple and lime juice flavors lingering through the softly spiced finish.",Odyssée,20,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Limoux,,Château Rives-Blanques 2008 Odyssée Chardonnay (Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rives-blanques-2008-odyssee-chardonnay-limoux/,Chardonnay,2008,Château Rives-Blanques 14.5,Red,Italy,Shymer is a hearty Sicilian blend of Syrah and Merlot that offers toasted or smoky notes alongside mature red fruit and forest berry. The wine is elegant and smooth in the mouth with lingering notes of ripe fruit on the close.,Shymer,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2008 Shymer Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2008-shymer-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2008,Baglio di Pianetto 13.8,White,US,"Appeals for its dryness, crispness and overall balance. Really elegant, with low alcohol and tantalizing citrus, gooseberry, pepper and vanilla flavors. The price makes it a good value.",,16,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rued 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rued-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Rued 13.8,Red,US,"A lovely example of Pinot Noir from one of the rare places in Washington that can do the flighty grape justice. It is a 50/50 blend of the 2008 and 2009 vintage—a crafty winemaker decision that has worked beautifully. The wine strikes a perfect balance, neither too young and sharp, nor too soft and fruity. Light touches of cedar and smoke wrap around fruit flavors of strawberry and cherry pie. It stops a little short at the moment, but that might just be a function of limited bottle age.",,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Lake Chelan,Hard Row To Hoe NV Pinot Noir (Lake Chelan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hard-row-to-hoe-nv-pinot-noir-columbia-valley-lake-chelan/,Pinot Noir,,Hard Row To Hoe 14.6,Red,US,"A chocolaty, fragrant wine —74% Merlot, 15% Cab Franc, 6% Malbec, 5% Petit Verdot—with interesting spice highlights throughout the nose and mouth. The fruit is a mix of Bing cherry and strawberry, washed in a lush barrel-induced mix of chocolate, mocha, espresso and clove. Finishes a little hot, with alcohol listed at 14.6%.",DC3,24,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Dynasty Cellars 2007 DC3 Meritage (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dynasty-cellars-2007-dc3-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Meritage,2007,Dynasty Cellars 14.5,Red,Italy,"A 50-50 blend of Nero d'Avola and Syrah, Scialo shows ripe fruit tones of blackberry and cherry followed by chocolate and dried tobacco. These two varieties—one is a native of Sicily and the other is a classic international grape—make for a beautiful marriage of flavors and aromas.",Scialo,19,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 2007 Scialo Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticultori-associati-canicatti-2007-scialo-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2007,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 14,Red,Spain,"Compact and condensed, with aromatic subtlety that suggests maturity. The palate is still fairly juicy and tight, with core intensity and surrounding flavors of black plum, berry and spice. Complex and tasty, but probably at its peak level; drink now.",Cumal,43,88,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Dominio Dostares 2006 Cumal Prieto Picudo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-dostares-2006-cumal-spanish-red-prieto-picudo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Prieto Picudo,2006,Dominio Dostares 13.5,White,Chile,"Fresh and chiseled on the bouquet, with lettuce leaf, green-fruit aromas and white pepper. The palate is elegant, lean and balanced, with green-fruit flavors of lime and kiwi as well as citrusy grapefruit. An honest SB that won't steer you wrong.",Hacienda Araucano Reserva,11,88,Lolol Valley,,,François Lurton 2010 Hacienda Araucano Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Lolol Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2010-hacienda-araucano-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-lolol-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,François Lurton 13.8,Red,US,"A big, heavy Pinot Noir. It shows the ripe, pure fruit of Edna Valley, with raspberry, cherry, red currant and cola flavors. Drink now, but decant to let this young wine breathe.",1772 Edna Ranch,52,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2008 1772 Edna Ranch Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2008-1772-edna-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Tolosa 14,White,Italy,"Nicely aged and integrated, this sophisticated expression of Malvasia Bianca from the Salento at the southern tip of Puglia opens with creamy notes of almond paste, exotic fruit and butterscotch. The wine is dense, rich and soothing on the close.",Giancòla,19,88,Southern Italy,Salento,,Tenute Rubino 2007 Giancòla Malvasia Bianca (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-rubino-2007-giancola-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-salento/,Malvasia Bianca,2007,Tenute Rubino 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"A subtle wine made entirely from Trepat. Aromas of strawberry and toast are mixed well, while the palate is juicy, crisp and correct, with raspberry and plum flavors along with a dose of dry spice. Light, toasty and perfectly dry on the back end. Nothing spectacular but gets things right.",Rosado Brut,18,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Mont Marçal 2008 Rosado Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-marcal-2008-rosado-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Mont Marçal 14.5,Red,US,"This is a big, rich, extracted, dryly tannic Cabernet. The suggestion is ageability, but the wine seems to lack the dynamic tension to ride out the years. It has plenty of ripe blackberry fruit, but snaps to a quick finish. Quite good, but a disappointing expression of the Stagecoach Vineyard.",Stagecoach Vineyard,65,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Miner 2007 Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2007-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Miner 14.1,Red,US,"A streamlined, peppery Syrah, young and vigorous. Notable for its structure and fine tannins, it has dry flavors of blackberries, tobacco and pepper. Ready now.",,40,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2008 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Tablas Creek 14.6,Red,US,"Roessler produces lots of single-vineyard wines, but this has not been one of their best ones. It's a good wine, not without interest, with plenty of compact cherry, raspberry and sandalwood flavors. But it's very acidic. Decant it for hours.",Gap's Crown Vineyard,46,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Roessler 2009 Gap's Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roessler-2009-gaps-crown-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Roessler ,Red,US,"The blend includes 18% Merlot and 7% Syrah—a uniquely Washington take on Cabernet Sauvignon. But it works well. The Syrah in particular adds tangy berry flavors to the middle, a fruit-laden buffet whose soft tannins ease into a tart and tasty finish.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Waterbrook 14.5,Red,US,"Very rich, dry and full-bodied, with strong tannins. Almost old school, with its earthy, herbaceous tinge to the blackberry and currant fruit. A bit cumbersome now, but could develop over the years.",Paradiso,60,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2007 Paradiso Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2007-paradiso-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,V. Sattui ,White,US,"Dramatically reduced production coupled with a fine vintage add up to a stellar Snoqualmie Sauvignon Blanc in 2009. Loaded with melon, citrus and apple fruit flavors, this brisk and refreshing wine is reminiscent of a racy Quincy. Perfect springtime sipper.",,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2009-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Snoqualmie 14.4,Red,US,"A textbook Pinot Noir for drinking now. Showing the variety's lighter side, it's savory in raspberry, cola and spice flavors, brightened with brisk acidity. Yet there's enough complexity to make it interesting.",Clone 777,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,William Knuttel 2007 Clone 777 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-knuttel-2007-clone-777-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,William Knuttel 14.5,Red,Australia,"Hungerford Hill's vast array of wines includes this savory Shiraz, which features ample leather, tar, black olive and coffee flavors. It's fleshy and supple on the palate, with softly lingering tannins on the finish. Drink now–2017.",Fishcage,18,88,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Hungerford Hill 2009 Fishcage Shiraz (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hungerford-hill-2009-fishcage-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-new-south-wales/,Shiraz,2009,Hungerford Hill 12.9,Red,US,"A very nice price for a Cabernet this good. It's drily tannic and interesting, with berry, currant and herb flavors that offer a degree of complexity. Good grapes went into the making of this wine, and good winemaking too. Drink now.",,22,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hobo 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hobo-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Hobo 14.5,Red,US,"Drink this pretty Pinot now for its freshness. With crisp acidity, it's rich, almost sweet, in spicy raspberry and cherry pie filling flavors. Nice restaurant wine, as it's versatile and appealing.",,45,88,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,De Loach 2008 Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,De Loach 14.5,Red,US,"Spicy, toasty, rich scents suggest generous new oak aging. This was a particularly good vintage for Pepper Bridge fruit, but even so the fruit is not quite up to the challenge of matching the barrel flavors, and quickly subsides.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard DCC,33,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Dynasty Cellars 2007 Pepper Bridge Vineyard DCC Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dynasty-cellars-2007-pepper-bridge-vineyard-dcc-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Dynasty Cellars 13,White,Spain,"Citrusy and full on the nose, with a fleshy palate that sports fresh white grapefruit and passion fruit flavors. This is a textbook Verdejo from Rueda with modest sweaty notes, grapefruit galore, citrus pith and minerality. Drink now.",,18,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Martinsancho 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinsancho-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Martinsancho ,Red,US,"A very pleasant Sangiovese with nice, soft cinnamon flavors and dewey tannins without much hint of oak sourced from the 900-feet-elevation Matagrano Vineyard. The winery suggests the wine be served cool.",Matagrano,20,88,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2008 Matagrano Sangiovese (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2008-matagrano-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Sangiovese,2008,Lava Cap 14.6,White,US,"This is pure Sémillon, barrel fermented in new American oak, from a new, Spokane-based winery. Sémillon makes some of the best white wines in Washington, though consumer interest has been tepid. This shows the barrel influence with a rich coconut flavor, wrapped into sleek fruit flavors of white peach, green apple and a hint of cucumber.",Siren,17,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Overbluff Cellars 2009 Siren Sémillon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/overbluff-cellars-2009-siren-semillon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sémillon,2009,Overbluff Cellars 14,Red,Italy,"A blend of Nero d'Avola and Cabernet Sauvignon, Sigillo shows soft fruit and blackberry aromas backed by a touch of the greenness—bell pepper or crushed clove—usually associated with Cabernet. There's heft and structure in the mouth.",Sigillo,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Avide 2005 Sigillo Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avide-2005-sigillo-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2005,Avide 13,Red,Spain,"Smoky, rubbery and suggestive of bacon and toast on the nose. The palate is more crisp and snappy, with juicy flavors of red currant, cherry and spice. Acidity throughout yields a lemony finish, but it's also chiseled and tight, which should please traditionalists who like their acidic bite.",Barrica,25,88,Galicia,Ribeira Sacra,,Abadía da Cova 2008 Barrica Mencía (Ribeira Sacra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-cova-2008-barrica-spanish-red-mencia-ribeira-sacra/,Mencía,2008,Abadía da Cova 15.2,Red,US,"This blend of 80% Petite Sirah, 10% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre out of Lodi's Clements Hills is big all-around: big fruit, big oak (50% new French) and big, dusty tannins. But it has a nice follow-through and finish, a glassful of blackberries for the Petite Sirah lovers in your life.",47.5 Degree Limited Release Red Wine,35,88,California,Central Valley,Clements Hills,Borra 2008 47.5 Degree Limited Release Red Wine Red (Clements Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borra-2008-475-degree-limited-release-red-wine-central-valley-clements-hills/,Red Blend,2008,Borra 13,White,Spain,"Hailing from a 3-acre old-vines vineyard, this fully oaked Rioja blend is toasty to the max but hits with intensity, acidity and depth on the palate. Burgundian in many ways, but with more sweetness and honey than the French model. Mouthfilling and very rich, with buttery baked apple, pecan and toasty, warm flavors.",El Brozal Single Vineyard,30,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas El Indiano 2009 El Brozal Single Vineyard White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-el-indiano-2009-brozal-single-vineyard-white-rioja/,White Blend,2009,Bodegas El Indiano 14.5,Red,US,"This has been an inconsistent Merlot over the years, but the '07 is a good one, at a fair price. Must be the vintage. It's dry and rich in black cherry, red plum and spice flavors, sweetened by smoky, caramelized oak. Easy to drink now.",Pocai Vineyard,24,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 2007 Pocai Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-2007-pocai-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Ballentine 13.5,Red,Italy,"This soft and velvety blend of Nero d'Avola, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon boasts loads of blackberry, cherry and prune backed by spicy elements of toasted nut and leather. The mouthfeel is powerful but not too dense or concentrated.",Adènzia,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2008 Adènzia Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2008-adenzia-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2008,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 15.5,Fortified,France,"Simultaneously sweet and fresh with attractive, intense notes of peach and lychee fruit flavors mingling with orange blossom and rose floral accents. Medium full and slightly viscous but with a clean, lengthy finish.",,25,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Muscat de Rivesaltes,,Château de Jau 2009 Muscat de Rivesaltes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jau-2009-muscat-muscat-rivesaltes/,Muscat,2009,Château de Jau 13.5,White,Spain,"Lemony and light on the bouquet. The palate is aggressive, almondy tasting and tight, with lemony lead flavors, peach notes and a lasting but not unpleasant bitterness. Nicely balanced, with good mouthfeel. A very nice wine and a different breed within the wide world of Spanish white wines.",Calitja,15,88,Catalonia,Terra Alta,,Celler La Bollidora 2009 Calitja Garnacha Blanca (Terra Alta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/celler-bollidora-2009-calitja-spanish-white-garnacha-blanca-terra-alta/,Garnacha Blanca,2009,Celler La Bollidora 14.7,White,Spain,"Dry, almondy and mature, with oxidized aromas and a bold gold color. This is full-force white Garnacha with a lot of heft and body. It's arguably more bitter and sweet than outright fruity, with honey and white pepper accents. Finishes extra spicy, with heat. Rich and heady stuff to drink now.",Flor de Garnatxa,40,88,Catalonia,Terra Alta,,Celler La Bollidora 2007 Flor de Garnatxa Garnacha Blanca (Terra Alta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/celler-bollidora-2007-flor-garnatxa-spanish-white-garnacha-blanca-terra-alta/,Garnacha Blanca,2007,Celler La Bollidora 13,Red,Spain,"Dry and spicy, with a note of bacon to go with red berry fruit and leathery aromas. The palate is voluminous and round, with smooth tannins, balanced acids and nice flavors of roasted berry and dry plum. Finishes dry, elegant and with tea-like flavors. A wine to enjoy; good value for Rioja.",Glorioso Crianza,12,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2007 Glorioso Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2007-glorioso-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Bodegas Palacio 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and smoky, like hickory burning alongside blackberry, spice and turned earth. The palate has jammy black plum and blackberry flavors mixed with herbs, while good acidity gives it length. Finishes long, spicy and herbal, with enough freshness to make it food friendly.",La Joya Reserve,10,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2009 La Joya Reserve Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2009-joya-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2009,Viña Bisquertt 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Light and clean, with dust, toast, raspberry and flowery notes to the bouquet. Fresh and properly round in the mouth, with a lot of red fruit and length. Bright, lifted and likable on the finish, with good flow. Better than most rosé Cavas.",Brut Rosé,18,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Vilarnau NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vilarnau-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-cava-130500/,Sparkling Blend,,Vilarnau 14.5,Red,Australia,"A nice effort in drink-now Cabernet, with a soft, velvety texture that enhances the wine's prominent notes of cinnamon, clove, mocha and plum. Lingers nicely on the finish.",,13,88,Victoria,Central Victoria,,Four Sisters 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-sisters-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Four Sisters 14.5,Red,Spain,"Schisty red fruit aromas come with hints of vanilla and dried cheese. The palate is crisp and snappy, but not sharp, with strawberry, raspberry, plum and licorice flavors. Shows good length and a sweet vanilla tinge on the finish. A well-made, affordable Priorat.",,20,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Elios 2008 Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elios-2008-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2008,Elios 14.5,Red,Chile,"Leather, raisin, earth and lightly baked berry aromas precede a woody, vanilla-infused palate with blackberry and spicecake flavors. Balanced and lively on the tongue, with a dry, barrel-spiced finish. Solid and appealing, but a little oaky.",Single Vineyard Don Maximiano Estate,21,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2009 Single Vineyard Don Maximiano Estate Carmenère (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2009-single-vineyard-don-maximiano-estate-carmenere-aconcagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Errazuriz ,Red,US,"Lush fruit and generous barrel notes blend in a wine with supple, forward fruit—strawberries especially. The tannins are polished and the finish loaded with caramel and butter. Easy-drinking, forward and full-bodied.",,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hightower 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hightower-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa-131666/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Hightower 13.6,White,US,"It's swanky because of the crisp acidity and dryness, and the minerality that boosts the lemon, lime and Asian pear flavors. An easy-to-like wine that feels elegant.",Swanky White,12,88,California,California Other,California,Hey Mambo 2009 Swanky White White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hey-mambo-2009-swanky-white-other/,White Blend,2009,Hey Mambo 14.5,Red,Chile,"Shows a mix of balsam wood, black fruit and olive on the bouquet. The palate offers proper body and balance along with blackberry and plum flavors that are common but nice. Finishes with some dark toastiness, licorice and pepper. A little grabby but overall it's more than good.",Gran Reserva Cuvée,20,88,Rapel Valley,,,Misiones de Rengo 2008 Gran Reserva Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/misiones-rengo-2008-gran-reserva-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Misiones de Rengo 13,White,Austria,"Warm style of wine, with a light prickle on the palate, the spice as well as the green fruit making it classic Grüner. Delicious, soft, open, while still refreshingly textured. Screwcap.",Sandgrube,20,88,Weinviertel,,,Pratsch 2009 Sandgrube Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2009-sandgrube-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Pratsch 12,Sparkling,France,"Young and yeasty wine, with the freshest raspberry flavor. It is a light style, floating with the fruit and acidity, the finish on the softer side.",Rosé Apanage Brut,85,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery NV Rosé Apanage Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-nv-rose-apanage-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Pommery ,Red,US,"Trutina is a balanced blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 23% Syrah and 5% Cab Franc. It has a pleasant blend of light berry fruits, some citrusy acidity and well-integrated tannins. A suggestion of earth and herb adds interest; it's a smooth, easy-drinking, ready-to-go red.",Trutina Red Wine,26,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2007 Trutina Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2007-trutina-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Dunham 15,Red,Spain,"Prune and lead pencil are the key aromas, and there's raisin in the background. The palate offers a mix of lushness and pulsing acid shocks, while the flavors are dark, sweet and pruney. Short on the finish and overall it's more dark and sultry than your average Graciano.",Colección Vivanco Parcelas de Graciano,115,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Dinastía Vivanco 2006 Colección Vivanco Parcelas de Graciano (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dinastia-vivanco-2006-coleccion-parcelas-graciano-spanish-red-graciano-rioja/,Graciano,2006,Dinastía Vivanco ,Red,US,"This is the second label for Col Solare, the Ste. Michelle/Antinori collaboration on Red Mountain. A fine bottle for the price, it shows the same elegance and supple texture as the frontline wine. Black cherry, blueberry, mocha and smoke swirl over and around the palate. Only in the finish does it seem to fade quickly, with a very slight suggestion of glue in the aftertaste.",Shining Hill Red Wine,45,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Col Solare 2008 Shining Hill Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-solare-2008-shining-hill-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Col Solare 12,Sparkling,France,"Yeasty wine, with strawberry acidity and an edge of bitterness. The wine is light, frothy in the mouth, the fruit tight with a red currant finish.",Rosé Brut,95,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Delamotte NV Rosé Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delamotte-nv-rose-brut-champagne-128945/,Champagne Blend,,Delamotte ,Red,US,"Take two somewhat obscure, often-overlooked grapes, make a 50-50 blend, and voila—magic. Peppery, fruity, grapey, loaded with berries and dotted with spice, this delicious bottle has “summer” written all over it. Pour it at any barbecue and wait for the applause.",,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Syncline 2009 Grenache-Carignan (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/syncline-2009-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-carignan-columbia-valley-wa/,Grenache-Carignan,2009,Syncline ,Red,US,"The seventh edition of this popular blend returns to a Cabernet Sauvignon mode, with just 15% Cabernet Franc and 5% Syrah added. It's forward, fragrant and immediately compelling. A bouquet of rose petals, cherries, bark and earth leads into flavors that fill the mouth with fruit and well-modulated tannins.",Red,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Va Piano Bruno's Blend VII NV Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-brunos-blend-vii-nv-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,,Va Piano Bruno's Blend VII 13.5,White,Chile,"Tropical aromas rise up and win you over. Bold and citrusy in the mouth, with crisp lime, green apple, grapefruit and passion fruit flavors. Zesty and remaining fruity until the end. A ripe, fresh, familiar wine done right.",Aliwen Reserva,12,88,Curicó and Leyda Valleys,,,Undurraga 2010 Aliwen Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó and Leyda Valleys),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2010-aliwen-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-curico-leyda-valleys/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Undurraga 12.2,White,Australia,"Lean in build, this is a lovely Riesling for drinking over the near term. It already displays some slightly developed notes of honey and toast alongside lime and crushed stone.",,30,88,Western Australia,Great Southern,,Robert Oatley 2010 Riesling (Great Southern),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-oatley-2010-riesling-great-southern/,Riesling,2010,Robert Oatley ,Red,US,"Instantly, beautifully fragrant, this jumps from the glass with fresh strawberry/watermelon scents, pretty, fruity and quickly approachable. In the mouth it shows chunky black fruits, some astringency, a slightly green edge to the tannins. Overall a chewy, almost blocky wine, a good quaffer—the kind of wine you want to drink, not analyze.",,24,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Salida 2008 Tempranillo (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salida-2008-tempranillo-columbia-valley-yakima/,Tempranillo,2008,Salida ,Red,US,"Clean and fresh, this pure varietal Grenache captures the fruit nicely. Aged in neutral French oak for 15 months, it has smoothed out but shows no barrel spice at all. It's fruit, acid and crisp tannins, all in good proportion.",Lonesome Spring Ranch,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Tertulia 2008 Lonesome Spring Ranch Grenache (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tertulia-2008-lonesome-spring-ranch-grenache-columbia-valley-yakima/,Grenache,2008,Tertulia 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a smokey, mineral-driven Aglianico del Vulture with drying aromas of slate or granite backed by a thin layer of dried fruit and cassis. A spicy note of clove or black pepper appears on the tight, tannic close.",Vultur,,88,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Terra dei Re 2006 Vultur (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-re-2006-vultur-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2006,Terra dei Re 16,Red,US,"Dark, big, soft, extracted and a little sweet, with high alcohol. That's the style this Petite Sirah is made in. You either like it or you don't. Shows massive flavors of black cherries, raspberry pie filling and smoky, spicy oak.",Peterson Family Vineyard,56,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Switchback Ridge 2008 Peterson Family Vineyard Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/switchback-ridge-2008-peterson-family-vineyard-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Switchback Ridge 14,Red,Italy,"Magno Megonico, from Calabria in the deep south of Italy, is an edgy, sharp wine with a pointed vein of acidity that carries through the end. That natural freshness and 14% alcohol helps underline the wine's aromas of raspberry and forest fruit. Pair this wine with a fatty food cooked with butter or cheese.",Magno Megonio,30,88,Southern Italy,Val di Neto,,Librandi 2008 Magno Megonio Red (Val di Neto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-2008-magno-megonio-red-val-neto/,Red Blend,2008,Librandi 14.7,White,US,"Many wineries have dipped into this Petaluma Gap-grown vineyard for grapes, and now MacPhail does. The wine shows the cool-climate crispness of the region, with zesty acidity. It's bone dry and minerally, a Chablis-style Chardonnay with tangerine fruit and some new oak sweetness.",Gap's Crown Vineyard,45,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacPhail 2009 Gap's Crown Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2009-gaps-crown-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,MacPhail 14.8,Red,US,"Tannic but still juicy, this is a very interesting example of California Pinotage made by Rich Parducci, the son of Mendocino winemaking pioneer John Parducci. Dark and full-bodied, the wine tastes like a ripe, jammy blackberry pie with a smidgen of clove, though there's not much else that's subtle about this wine. Worth trying.",Napoli Vineyard,20,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,McNab Ridge 2009 Napoli Vineyard Pinotage (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcnab-ridge-2009-napoli-vineyard-pinotage-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinotage,2009,McNab Ridge 14.5,Red,Italy,"Aynat is a ripe and chewy expression of Nero d'Avola with aromas of milk chocolate, moist tobacco and chewy ripe cherry. It is a rich, dense wine that is also pleasingly simple and genuine at the same time.",Aynat,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 2008 Aynat Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticultori-associati-canicatti-2008-aynat-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2008,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 13,White,Spain,"Fresh, melony aromas give this Verdejo a pleasant, accurate bouquet that's easygoing and not sharp. There are grapefruit and orange flavors, and a hint of chive. Nothing complicated; just pure white fruit fun with citrusy acids and a lightly bitter finish.",,17,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Protos 2010 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2010-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Protos 14.5,White,Italy,"Extremely floral on the nose and well structured in the mouth, this pretty white wine from Sardinia offers aromas of yellow rose, vanilla bean and almond paste. There's enough density here to pair with pistachio-encrusted sole or sea bream.",Entemari,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Pala 2008 Entemari White (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2008-entemari-white-isola-nuraghi/,White Blend,2008,Pala ,Red,US,"Tart, bright fruit flavors are beginning to soften with age. In the mix are black cherry, blackberry and plum. Substantial tannins provide a bed of coffee and cocoa, with a finish of clean, moist earth.",,34,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Otis Kenyon 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/otis-kenyon-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Otis Kenyon 13,Red,Austria,"A soft and rounded wine, packed with typical juicy blueberry flavors. The wine has bright acidity, its tannins melting into the fruit. Ready to drink now. Glass stopper.",,13,88,Burgenland,,,Zantho 2009 St. Laurent (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zantho-2009-other-white-st-laurent-burgenland/,St. Laurent,2009,Zantho 14.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with salinic, furry aromas and never does the bouquet fully fill out. The palate is sort of light and spotty, with brambly flavors along with basic black fruit notes. Seems soft on the finish, with a syrupy sweetness. Good and easy but lacking in structure and specifics.",Salmos,37,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Torres 2008 Salmos Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2008-salmos-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2008,Torres 13.5,Red,Australia,"Yalumba has hit the mark with this medium-bodied, easy-to-drink Shiraz. Strawberry and raspberry fruit is framed by silky tannins and a savory delicacy that sets it apart from most Shiraz at this price point. Drink now.",Y Series,12,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2009 Y Series Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2009-series-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2009,Yalumba 14.5,Red,US,"At the age of nearly six years, this blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvigon and Syrah has achieved a rich, velvety texture. The blackberry, teriyaki beef and sandalwood flavors are still framed in dynamic tannins, but the wine is elegant and appealing, and is fully drinkable now.",Reserve,35,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Work 2005 Reserve Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/work-2005-reserve-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2005,Work 15.5,Red,US,"Some Petite Sirahs need time to come around. Not this one. It's ready to drink, even though the tannins are thick. Bone dry, with blackberry, currant, beef jerky and pepper flavors, it's ideal with barbecue.",Estate Grown,32,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2008 Estate Grown Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2008-estate-grown-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Mounts 13,Red,France,"Full-bodied, rich-feeling wine, quite sumptuous in its texture. It has a layer of tannins to give structure, although the wine is essentially soft and enveloping.",,18,88,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Joseph Drouhin 2009 Brouilly,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2009-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2009,Joseph Drouhin 15,Red,US,"An appealing Pinot for its fresh, silky mouthfeel and delicious flavors. Rich in raspberry-cherry pie filling and cola, with a funky edge of bacon, it's finished with smoky oak. A rather sweet wine to drink now.",No 7. Sonoma Collection,50,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,JCB 2007 No 7. Sonoma Collection Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jcb-2007-no-7-sonoma-collection-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,JCB 13.5,Red,Spain,"Saucy and a touch baked, with savory lead aromas that render the fruit secondary. Zesty in the mouth, with juicy, prickly acids that propel red fruit, tomato, olive and herbal flavors. Finishes lively and alert, with oregano and dried raspberry flavors. Drink now through 2017.",Edulis Reserva,24,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Altanza 2005 Edulis Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altanza-2005-edulis-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Altanza 14,Red,Spain,"Starts out kind of raw and cutting, with oak, soy and spiky black fruit aromas. The palate is round but features kick, while flavors of cola, mocha and chocolate sit on top of earthy berry. An oaky wine, especially on the finish. But it's also deep and generous. Drink now.",Tierra Crianza,20,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Agrícola Labastida 2007 Tierra Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-labastida-2007-tierra-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Agrícola Labastida ,Red,US,"The Blessings Red is 55% Grenache and 45% Syrah. Fragrant with hints of barnyard funk and sweet hay, this is drinking very well—perhaps at its peak—already. The fruit core is soft and broad, weaving an easy trail through the palate and finishing with a vibrant burst of flavor that suggests mint and marshmallow, along with caramel and toffee. Intriguing.",Blessings Red,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Grace Cellars 2007 Blessings Red Grenache-Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grace-cellars-2007-blessings-red-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Grenache-Syrah,2007,Grace Cellars 12,Sparkling,France,"A finely crisp wine, with a soft character, very fresh. There are great lemon and pink grapefruit flavors on the finish.",Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru,60,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Forget-Brimont NV Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forget-brimont-nv-blanc-blancs-premier-cru-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Forget-Brimont ,White,US,"Pleasantly spicy and round, this pure Sauvignon Blanc has light lemon and orange peel flavors, and a lively core which leaves a finishing impression of buttery, fresh-baked brioche. Not especially deep, but appealing.",,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Couvillion 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/couvillion-2009-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Couvillion 12.5,Red,France,"Ripe red cherry fruit, laced with refreshing acidity, gives this wine a great lift and liveliness. Its fruit goes right through the palate, with soft tannins as a backdrop. Drink this year.",Domaine de la Chanaise,14,88,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Domaines Dominique Piron 2009 Domaine de la Chanaise (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dominique-piron-2009-chanaise-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2009,Domaines Dominique Piron 13,White,France,"Spicy, floral aromas announce a dry Pinot Gris, bringing in crisp acidity as well as a richer fruit texture. The fruit is attractive, with pear and mango flavors, finishing with a lift. Screwcap.",Réserve,,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff Au Moulin 2009 Réserve Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-au-moulin-2009-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2009,Dopff Au Moulin 13,Red,France,"Wonderfully aromatic wine that brings forward red cherry fruit over the more solid tannins and dry core. It is open, packed with fruit and acidity, obviously ready to drink, although likely to age.",,65,88,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chanson Père et Fils 13,White,Italy,"This oak-aged Viognier from Sicily still needs time to integrate and soften. Toasty oaky notes are evident, but the wine already boasts the background pulp and richness to pair with lobster or crab cakes. Aromas include white flower, apricot, exotic fruit and roasted almond.",Ginolfo,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2009 Ginolfo Viognier (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2009-ginolfo-viognier-sicilia/,Viognier,2009,Baglio di Pianetto ,Red,US,"A step forward in this vintage, with a pretty nose offering blackberry and truffle notes. Flavors are a mix of fruit and herb, dried leaf, tea and cherry tobacco. It grabs your attention, then thins out a bit too quickly in the finish. But lots of potential, and probably a good chance to improve over the next couple of years.",Estate,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2008 Estate Claret (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2008-estate-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Claret,2008,Basel Cellars 11.5,Dessert,US,"Bright and aromatic on the nose with loads of fresh apples, florals and honeycomb notes, there's an elegance to this sheer, somewhat delicate icewine. Striking acidity and a nice astringent note carry through a long, clean finish.",Fiore Delle Stelle Ice Wine,45,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Casa Larga 2007 Fiore Delle Stelle Ice Wine Vidal Blanc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-larga-2007-fiore-delle-stelle-ice-wine-other-white-vidal-blanc-finger-lakes/,Vidal Blanc,2007,Casa Larga 12,White,Austria,"A great success, this perfumed and dry wine gives a forward burst of lime juice and green apple. The wine is delicious. Glass stopper.",,13,89,Burgenland,,,Zantho 2010 Muskat Ottonel (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zantho-2010-muscat-muskat-ottonel-burgenland/,Muskat Ottonel,2010,Zantho 13,Red,Austria,"Peppery and tight, a wine with a distinctly dry character. Its black currant flavors are enveloped by the texture of the wine, although there is an excellent pink juicy character. Age for a year. Glass stopper.",,15,89,Burgenland,,,Zantho 2009 Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zantho-2009-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2009,Zantho 13.5,Red,Australia,"This wine's aromas and flavors amount to an inconsistent mix of superripe (chocolate and prune) notes with those that are less so (herbal, tart raspberry) at first, but it does seem to settle down with some time in the glass, becoming more integrated but staying rather crisp on the finish. Drink 2013–2020.",Dry Red Wine No. 2,75,89,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yarra Yering 2007 Dry Red Wine No. 2 Red (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yarra-yering-2007-dry-red-wine-no-2-yarra-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Yarra Yering 14.9,Red,US,"Jaxon Keys is a new Mendocino County producer operating out of the former Jepson Winery, which has been completely redone. One of its first wines, this nonvintage Rhône-inspired blend of 60% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 20% Petite Sirah, has a pleasing nose full of red and blackberry fruit with a dollop of earthiness and good acid. Stainless-steel fermented.",Farmhouse Red,15,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Jaxon Keys NV Farmhouse Red Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaxon-keys-nv-farmhouse-red-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,,Jaxon Keys 14,Red,Australia,"Full bodied and supple, this nicely balanced Barossa Shiraz shows that value still exists even in big-name regions of Australia. Intense blueberry and spice aromas give way to mixed berries and vanilla on the palate, and if it's not overly complex, it's a still a concentrated mouthful of Shiraz at a bargain price.",Gamekeeper's,13,89,South Australia,Barossa,,St Hallett 2008 Gamekeeper's Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-2008-gamekeepers-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2008,St Hallett 14.5,Red,Australia,"This is a fairly full-bodied Cabernet that manages to be intense without being overbearing, balancing cassis and tobacco shadings with a hint of tomato leaf. The tannins are supple enough to make it approachable now. Ringbolt is the Margaret River outpost of the Yalumba group of wineries.",,17,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Ringbolt 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ringbolt-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Ringbolt ,White,US,"Sourced from excellent Yakima Valley sites, fermented in stainless steel, and ripened perfectly to 13.5% alcohol, this juicy, fresh, fruit-laden wine captures the ideal mix of snappy citrus and luscious stone fruits. Delicious.",,11,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2009-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Waterbrook 13.3,Red,Australia,"Restraint is one of the buzzwords in Australian wine, which might be one reason that for all of this winery's cult status in Australia, it remains relatively unknown in America. This medium-bodied wine's black cherry fruit is definitely restrained, flecked with delicate herbal notes and rounded out by supple tannins. It's well made and well balanced, but lacks sizzle.",,125,89,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Mount Mary 2006 Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-mary-2006-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Mount Mary ,White,US,"So little Grenache Blanc is bottled as a varietal wine that it is impossible to say if this is typical. But it brings a flavorful mix of grapefruit, peach and melon, spiced up with cinnamon and pepper highlights. The balance of fruit and acid keeps it afloat right into a smooth finish. A fine Chardonnay alternative.",Boushey Vineyard,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2009 Boushey Vineyard Grenache Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2009-boushey-vineyard-other-white-grenache-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Grenache Blanc,2009,McCrea 13.5,Red,Spain,"A little prickly and sharp on the nose, with cherry, raspberry and piney aromas. The palate is racy, healthy and solid, with wild herb notes giving character to more basic but ripe blackberry and oak-based coffee flavors. Finishes long and whole, with a final dusting of dried herbs.",Los Cerezales,22,89,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Pago de Valdetruchas 2008 Los Cerezales Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-valdetruchas-2008-los-cerezales-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2008,Pago de Valdetruchas ,Red,US,"Just two barrels of 100% Syrah were made, using fruit from this dry-farmed vineyard with a distinctive flavor stamp. Tart, acidic, a bit spiky, with fruit flavors of sweet cherry tomato and grape candy. It hits a wall in the midpalate, seems to hover there for awhile, perhaps awaiting another couple of years of bottle age to flow freely through the finish.",Patina Vineyard,38,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Otis Kenyon 2008 Patina Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/otis-kenyon-2008-patina-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Otis Kenyon 14.4,Red,US,"Dry, hard tannins mark this wine. Made from Pope Valley fruit, it's rich in blackberries, currants, herbs and chocolate. Feels somewhat coarse at this point, but could age well. It's a gamble.",Wild Boar Vineyard,85,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2008 Wild Boar Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2008-wild-boar-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Flora Springs 14.2,Red,US,"A really rich Cabernet, jam-packed with blackberry, cherry, raspberry and mocha flavors that are slightly sweet, with a brown sugar taste. The sweetness comes from the caramelized oak, not residual sugar, but the wine does have a candied quality. A bit rustic now. Give it 5–6 years and try again.",Rennie Reserve,100,89,California,Napa,St. Helena,Flora Springs 2008 Rennie Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2008-rennie-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Flora Springs 13,Red,France,"Round and soft, very much in the style of warm-hearted Brouilly. The wine has a layer of tannins, while it's the delicious red berry fruits that dominate. Ripe, full and ready to drink.",Combiaty,18,89,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Domaines Dominique Piron 2009 Combiaty (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dominique-piron-2009-combiaty-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2009,Domaines Dominique Piron 14.5,Red,US,"Bill Easton's “large” production GSM (Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre) blend out of the Sierra Foothills exhibits intense mushroom and licorice notes and makes for a great first entry into Easton's headier wines. An affordable Rhône-red pairing with earthy dishes.",Tête-à-Tête,18,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2008 Tête-à-Tête Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2008-tete-a-tete-red-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 14,Red,Spain,"Dark to the eye, with bacon, ham, spice and savory fruit aromas. The palate is extracted and grating in feel, with dark berry, herb, pepper, smoke and barrel resin flavors. Spicy on the finish, with a blast of clove and cardamom. Very good but not as filled out as in prior years.",Tinto Figuero 12 Crianza,29,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,García Figuero 2008 Tinto Figuero 12 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garcia-figuero-2008-tinto-12-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,García Figuero 13,Red,Australia,"Full bodied and supple, this is a blend of Merlot (42%), Petit Verdot (39%) and Malbec (19%). It's ready to drink now, filled with dark fruit and notions of cedar, brown sugar and soy sauce.",Mangan,46,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cullen 2008 Mangan Red (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cullen-2008-mangan-red-margaret-river/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Cullen 12,Sparkling,France,"A wine with good bottle age along with yeasty acidity and a fine citrus character. It is a light style, with just a hint of toast. The acidity is delicious.",Brut,55,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Delamotte NV Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delamotte-nv-brut-champagne-128175/,Champagne Blend,,Delamotte 13,White,Spain,"A lively and impressive Viura with classic freshness and dry qualities that push it along a level plane. The nose is all apple and pear, while the palate brings kick and tasty flavors of apple and dry spice. Smooth, juicy and ripe on the finish. Drink now through 2012.",Monopole,15,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,CVNE 2009 Monopole Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cvne-2009-monopole-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2009,CVNE 13,Red,France,"Beautifully perfumed in a relatively light style, this Santenay is full of red fruits, sweet tannins and mouthwatering acidity. It has some richness, although the main character is of freshness.",Santenay-Beauregard Premier Cru,60,89,Burgundy,Santenay,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Santenay-Beauregard Premier Cru (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-santenay-beauregard-premier-cru-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2008,Chanson Père et Fils ,Red,US,"An interesting blend, with 10% Petit Verdot. The PV puts a rich and evocative bouquet front and forward—a lush and seductive mix of incense, cinnamon, Asian spice and coffee cream. You are saying yum before you take a sip. The fruit tastes young and clean, raspberries and strawberries and Rainier cherries, with enough acid to keep it lively and fresh. Drinking well now, but give it another three or four years and it should fill out perfectly.",,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Browne Family Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/browne-family-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Browne Family Vineyards 13.5,Red,Italy,Duca San Felice Riserva is an historic wine that highlights the potential of winemaking in Calabria (the toe of the boot of Italy) and its native Gaglioppo grape. There's elegance here in the wine's ruby color and bright berry nuance. But there's also power in terms of the wine's intensity and length.,Duca San Felice Riserva,18,89,Southern Italy,Cirò,,Librandi 2008 Duca San Felice Riserva (Cirò),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-2008-duca-san-felice-riserva-italian-red-gaglioppo-ciro/,Gaglioppo,2008,Librandi 15,Red,Australia,"In 5–10 years, this rating may look conservative, but right now, this wine's tannins are just too rustic and tough to be certain of its future evolution. It's a massive wine overall, with brambly, briary fruit, tinged with clove, cedar and chocolate, and those drying, astringent tannins on the finish.",Emily's Paddock Shiraz-Cabernet Franc,125,89,Victoria,Heathcote,,Jasper Hill 2007 Emily's Paddock Shiraz-Cabernet Franc Red (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jasper-hill-2007-emilys-paddock-shiraz-cabernet-franc-red-heathcote/,Red Blend,2007,Jasper Hill 14.8,Red,US,"Piercing aromas of very ripe fruit, verging on scents of raisins and prunes, mix in with dark streaks of cedar, coffee, and baking chocolate. Nothing shy here! This is full-bodied, forceful, big, bold and still balanced, though not a wine to pair with anything but the most robust foods.",,45,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Lake Chelan,Hard Row To Hoe 2008 Cabernet Franc (Lake Chelan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hard-row-to-hoe-2008-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-lake-chelan/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Hard Row To Hoe 13.8,Red,US,"A fine, spicy Pinot Noir, elegant and silky. There's lots of candied raspberry, cherry, orange zest and persimmon fruit and caramelized oak, so the wine tastes almost sweet, but it's actually dry.",Savoy Vineyard,39,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Kutch 2009 Savoy Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kutch-2009-savoy-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kutch 14.1,White,US,"A great first effort from the new Jaxon Keys winery's estate Sauvignon Blanc vineyard, with green apple, pear, ripe melon and honey prominent throughout the wine's rich, creamy texture, with just a touch of key lime. A great example of inland Mendocino Sauvignon Blanc.",,15,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Jaxon Keys 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaxon-keys-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Jaxon Keys 13.5,White,US,"A light in color, tropical, pineapple- and coconut-infused Sauvignon Blanc that's balanced in flavor and finish and would be truly delicious at the end of a hot day. Fermented in stainless steel, it retains plenty of acid to pair with a range of spicy foods.",,14,89,California,Lake County,Lake County,Guenoc 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Guenoc 13,White,US,"The third vintage of this Riesling is of a piece with the first two, which is to say loaded with juicy stone fruit flavors, some hints of papaya and tropical, citrus-infused acids, and a delicious freshness. Off-dry, with residual sugar at 1.5%, this is a versatile companion for a wide range of spicy noodle dishes.",Golden Delicious,16,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Zero One Vintners 2009 Golden Delicious Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zero-one-vintners-2009-golden-delicious-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Zero One Vintners ,Red,US,"Excellent grapes from the Horse Heaven Hills, Walla Walla and Yakima Valley AVAs combine to craft a supple, smooth, lightly chocolatey red wine that harks back to the great Waterbrook Merlots of the late 1980s. Along with the pretty plum and cherry and the satiny tannins are high notes of peppery spice.",,11,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Waterbrook 14,Red,Chile,"Blueberry and other sweet aromas are forward, floral and ripe. In the mouth, this blend is alert and juicy, with ripe berry flavors, ample oak and plenty of toast, coffee, pepper and herbs. Spreads out on the finish, and overall it's showing class and clarity for an under-$15 wine.",Toro de Piedra Reserva,14,89,Maule Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2009 Toro de Piedra Reserva Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2009-toro-piedra-reserva-red-blend-carmenere-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Viña Requingua 13.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with alluring, classic aromas of spice, cinnamon, leather, vanilla and tomato along with raspberry. The palate is firm, healthy and dry, with tea, baked berry, dill and cinnamon flavors. Aged six months in American oak, this is a textbook Rioja crianza that's smooth, herbal and on the money.",Belezos Crianza,18,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Zugober 2007 Belezos Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-zugober-2007-belezos-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Bodegas Zugober 13.5,Red,Spain,"Smoky and dark, with aromas of salami, rubber, baking spices and prune. In the mouth, it's full of brightening acids while the flavors of blackberry, black cherry and coffee yield to raisin and burnt toast on the finish. Very nice Rioja but with a touch of excess ripeness and raisin character.",Cosme Palacio Reserva,30,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2006 Cosme Palacio Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2006-cosme-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Palacio 12.5,White,Spain,"Clean and pure on the nose, with popping apple and green melon aromas. The palate has a linear, crystal-clean feel along with fresh flavors of lime, lettuce and gooseberry. Super crisp, snappy and polished; a live-wire, citrusy specimen perfect for summer sipping.",Vendimia Seleccionada,13,89,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Pradorey 2010 Vendimia Seleccionada Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2010-vendimia-seleccionada-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Pradorey 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Pommery's nonvintage is very much in the light, feathery house style. It is a wine that floats in the mouth, aided by a fine mousse. The finish is soft, with delicate acidity.",Brut Apanage,55,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery NV Brut Apanage (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-nv-brut-apanage-champagne-128169/,Champagne Blend,,Pommery 14.5,Red,Italy,"Ramione is a very satisfying wine that shows a rich, fleshy consistency and loads of mature berry and pulpy fruit. A blend of Nero d'Avola and Merlot, the wine offers background aromas of smoked bacon and tar.",Ramione,,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2006 Ramione Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2006-ramione-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2006,Baglio di Pianetto 14.5,White,US,"A very rich, ripe, oaky Chardonnay. Made in an appealing style, with likeable pineapple jam, golden mango, buttered toast and spice flavors. It's an opulent wine to drink now.",Wulff Vineyards,42,89,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Lobo 2009 Wulff Vineyards Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lobo-2009-wulff-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2009,Lobo 14,Red,Austria,"The wood is still dominant on this dark-colored wine, although there is a very fine fruity element. Big and powerful and needs to age, this is impressive and firm, with a final line of pepper and acidity. Screwcap.",Reserve,38,89,Burgenland,,,Gunter Triebaumer 2008 Reserve Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gunter-triebaumer-2008-reserve-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2008,Gunter Triebaumer 14,Red,Australia,"The cost of entry to Barossa Shiraz has seemingly never been lower, and yet the qualitative bar is being raised by wines like this one, which features bright berry fruit, complex tea-like nuances and a satisfyingly full-bodied, creamy texture. Drink now.",Benchmark,15,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Grant Burge 2009 Benchmark Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2009-benchmark-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2009,Grant Burge 13.9,Red,US,"This is pure varietal, about one fifth new oak. From young vines, it's sharp-toned, dark and juicy. Cassis, dark chocolate and coffee showcase a wine with a strong grip, tight and tannic. This needs time, but the fruit is crisply defined and immaculate; the varietal character peeks through in a hint of tanned leather.",,34,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kerloo 2008 Tempranillo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kerloo-2008-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wa/,Tempranillo,2008,Kerloo 13.5,White,Australia,"Tumbarumba is an up-and-coming cool-climate viticulture region, and this Chardonnay is a fine example of why the area is considered to have promise. The wine is medium in body and nicely plump in the mouth, and displays a harmonious blend of apple, pear, citrus and butter flavors and an elegant, lingering finish. Drink now and over the next 1–2 years.",,30,89,New South Wales,Tumbarumba,,Hungerford Hill 2009 Chardonnay (Tumbarumba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hungerford-hill-2009-chardonnay-tumbarumba/,Chardonnay,2009,Hungerford Hill 14.6,Red,US,"Classic Dry Creek Zin, dry, tannic and spicy. Shows ripe, jammy flavors of cherries, raspberries and blackberries that finish a little sweet. Drink now with barbecue, Mexican beef dishes or just a great cheeseburger.",Treborce Vineyard,30,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hobo 2009 Treborce Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hobo-2009-treborce-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Hobo 14,Red,Australia,"The supple-textured Shiraz displays a slightly herbal aspect to its kirsch-like fruit—something akin to garrigue mixed with olive. Nicely balanced, with lingering notes of cherry and pipe tobacco on the finish. Drink now.",Cruel Intentions,16,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Hesketh 2009 Cruel Intentions Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hesketh-2009-cruel-intentions-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2009,Hesketh ,Red,US,"Made by Charles Smith for Precept's Magnificent Wine Company line, this sports the black and white, block letter label familiar to fans of House Wine. Bursting with fresh, tart, tasty berry fruit flavors, this effusive wine is front-loaded with flavor. It tails off gracefully, adding suggestions of pepper and earth and raw steak, before finishing with a crisp lick of raspberry.",,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Magnificent Wine Company 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magnificent-wine-company-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Magnificent Wine Company 14,Red,Italy,"This vintage of Grifalco shows beautiful aromas of smoky spice backed by loads of black fruit and drying mineral. There's a sweet element to the bouquet that recalls vanilla seed or cinnamon. The tannins are supertight so pair this wine with a sweet, fatty food such as aged cheese.",Grifalco,,89,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Lucania 2007 Grifalco (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucania-2007-grifalco-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2007,Lucania 13.5,Red,Australia,"Has Tamar Ridge found the Holy Grail of high-quality, affordable Pinot Noir? Let's see if a few more vintages reach these heights, because the 2009 represents a terrific value. It shows real Pinot character in its silky tannins, complex herb-and-cherry notes and elegant finish.",Devil's Corner,16,89,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Tamar Ridge 2009 Devil's Corner Pinot Noir (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamar-ridge-2009-devils-corner-pinot-noir-tasmania/,Pinot Noir,2009,Tamar Ridge ,Red,US,"There is a bright, tight, spicy thread of clove running down the center of this wine, which livens it up. Firm fruit flavors of red berries and cherries are supported by generous natural acids. Just a hint of an earthy underpinning lengthens the finish. Lovely craftsmanship on display here.",Chukar Ridge Vineyard,24,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Viento 2008 Chukar Ridge Vineyard Tempranillo (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viento-2008-chukar-ridge-vineyard-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wa/,Tempranillo,2008,Viento ,Red,US,"Slightly more than half the wine was aged in new French oak, and the liquorous barrel notes are prominent in the nose. Once in the mouth the fruit takes hold—berries and cherries, accented with fresh herbs, cilantro, and clean earth.",Excelsior Red,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Tertulia 2008 Excelsior Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tertulia-2008-excelsior-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Tertulia 13.5,White,US,"Lots of crisp, crunchy acidity in this Chardonnay, with distinct flavors of pineapples. Oak adds vanilla and buttered toast. Rich and elaborate, although lacking complexity. Drink now.",Dutton Ranch,35,89,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2009 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2009-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Dutton-Goldfield 12.5,White,France,"Showing signs of maturity, this is a ripe, while still steely wine. The acidity cuts through the aromatic pear and apple flavors, while a touch of spice adds complexity. Not for long-term aging.",Schoenenbourg Grand Cru,,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff Au Moulin 2007 Schoenenbourg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-au-moulin-2007-schoenenbourg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Dopff Au Moulin 12.5,White,Spain,"Easy, chiseled and refreshing stuff from Catalonia that's 50% Macabeo and 50% Sauvignon Blanc, by no means a common combo in Spain. Aromas of lime are clean, while the palate locks in on orange and grapefruit flavors with perfect acidity. Delightful salad and appetizer wine.",Blanc Planell,13,89,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Castell del Remei 2010 Blanc Planell White (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-remei-2010-blanc-planell-white-costers-segre/,White Blend,2010,Castell del Remei 13,Dessert,US,"Flirtatious on the nose with whiffs of tropical fruit, honey and a touch of lanolin, this bright golden icewine seems to vacillate between the playful and the elegant. It's rich on the tongue with honey-coated mango and papaya flavors, but retreats beautifully with a bracing lemon-lime acidity and black tea flavors that carry through a long, clean finish.",Fiori Delle Stelle Limited Release Ice Wine,55,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Casa Larga 2008 Fiori Delle Stelle Limited Release Ice Wine Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-larga-2008-fiori-delle-stelle-limited-release-ice-wine-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Casa Larga 14.5,White,Austria,"A powerful, spicy and wood-aged wine, this is opulent, rounded, generous. The weight does overpower some Grüner character, although there is a pepper edge as a reminder.",Steinberg Reserve,35,89,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2009 Steinberg Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2009-steinberg-reserve-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Pratsch 12.5,White,Spain,"Clean, minerally and smooth, with nothing more than crispness and apple to the nose. The palate is easygoing, while the flavors of peach, pear and apple are boosted by minerality and good acidity. A highly likable, drinkable wine that shows that Galician quality extends beyond Albariño and Rías Baixas. Made from 70% Godello with Treixadura and Albariño. Drink now.",,19,89,Galicia,Ribeira Sacra,,Peza do Rei 2009 White (Ribeira Sacra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peza-rei-2009-white-ribeira-sacra/,White Blend,2009,Peza do Rei 13.5,White,France,"Plenty of wood aromas, but the palate combines the wood notes with smoky acidity, textured green plum and vanilla flavors with a refreshing acidity. There's a tang here: a wine that has bursts of great fruit to go with the wood.",Hauts-Marconnets Premier Cru,55,89,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Chanson Père et Fils 2008 Hauts-Marconnets Premier Cru (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2008-hauts-marconnets-premier-cru-chardonnay-savigny-beaune/,Chardonnay,2008,Chanson Père et Fils 13.5,Rose,France,"A great expression of the terroir, this rosé made from 50% Syrah, 40% Grenanche and 10% Cinsault is loaded with garrigue accents (lavender and thyme) among the fresh strawberry and cherry fruit core. Clean and zippy on the finish with a lingering soft spice accent.",Pic Saint-Loup,20,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château de Lancyre 2010 Pic Saint-Loup Rosé (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lancyre-2010-pic-saint-loup-rose-coteaux/,Rosé,2010,Château de Lancyre 14.3,Red,US,"This is the first release of Lula Pinot from Jeff Hansen, the former winemaker at Amici Cellars. Named for his grandmother, Hansen sources the fruit from a five-acre vineyard planted to Pommard and two Dijon clones. Very aromatic, the wine is also dark and fairly full-bodied with a lot of cherry flavor and velvety texture.",,39,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Lula 2007 Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lula-2007-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lula 14.5,Red,US,"Fire up the barbecue for this lusty, spicy Zinfandel. It's ripe in raspberry and cherry fruit, with lots of dusty cinnamon, clove, anise and pepper spice flavors. The sweetness and acidity will play well against tomato-based grill sauces.",Centánni Vineyard,31,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Vite Vecchio 2008 Centánni Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vite-vecchio-2008-centanni-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Vite Vecchio 14.5,White,Spain,"Almondy and smoky on the nose, which is a textbook combo for this variety. The wine was 50% barrel-fermented, but it's not a woody, toasty product. Instead, it's focused and fruity, with a pretty mix of tropical flavors, banana and melon. Decidedly not bitter, with honey and light notes of vanilla on the finish.",Blanc dels Aspres,28,89,Northern Spain,Empordà,,Vinyes dels Aspres 2008 Blanc dels Aspres Garnacha Blanca (Empordà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinyes-dels-aspres-2008-blanc-spanish-white-garnacha-blanca-emporda/,Garnacha Blanca,2008,Vinyes dels Aspres 13.5,White,Spain,"Superclean and inviting on the nose, with lemon, melon, apple and stony aromas. The palate has a round, pleasant, chiseled feel and flavors of green fruits including kiwi, honeydew melon and apple. Turns a bit sweet on the finish, but not sugary. Really nice for $15 Spanish Chardonnay.",,15,89,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Viñas del Vero 2010 Chardonnay (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-vero-2010-chardonnay-somontano/,Chardonnay,2010,Viñas del Vero 15.8,Red,Australia,"Not a wine for those who like their Shiraz in a restrained style, the 2008 Bella's Garden tips the scales at 15.8% alcohol. It's full-bodied, supple-textured and warm, with oodles of dark fruit and baking spices.",Bella's Garden,55,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Two Hands 2008 Bella's Garden Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-hands-2008-bellas-garden-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Two Hands 10.5,Dessert,Canada,"Sweet and spicy on the nose with mouthwatering scents of honey, plum compote and anise, this Cab icewine is rich and syrupy on the tongue with a deep core of plummy flavors. Flashes of vibrant acidity add elegance and a clean, long finish.",Icewine,58,89,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Konzelmann 2007 Icewine Cabernet Sauvignon (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/konzelmann-2007-icewine-cabernet-sauvignon-niagara-peninsula/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Konzelmann 14.4,Red,US,"A lovely balance of red fruit and soft texture that's quite enjoyable over the length of a meal from Napa-based Elyse, which sources the red Rhône varietals in this wine from a high-elevation vineyard in the Sierra Foothills.",C'est Si Bon,28,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Elyse 2007 C'est Si Bon G-S-M (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2007-cest-si-bon-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-sierra-foothills/,G-S-M,2007,Elyse 13,White,Spain,"Floral fragrances from the Gewürztraminer come with honey and leesy aromas. The mouthfeel is creamy and oily, and next up is a melony flavor profile and a smooth finish. Mild on the acidity, so it's in top form now. An exotic, intriguing blend of Gewürz and Macabeo with character; 1,100 cases made.",Treyu,16,89,Northern Spain,Empordà,,Oliver Conti 2009 Treyu White (Empordà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oliver-conti-2009-treyu-white-emporda/,White Blend,2009,Oliver Conti 14.5,Red,Spain,"Bulky, dark, saturated and leathery on the nose, and then a little salty and edgy in the mouth, with a streak of zingy acidity along with roasted, tangy, thick blackberry flavors. Really good for the price but not as expressive, ripe and flavorful as the 2007 Salia or the higher-end Finca Sandoval; drink now through 2014.",Salia,17,89,Central Spain,Manchuela,,Finca Sandoval 2008 Salia Red (Manchuela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sandoval-2008-salia-red-manchuela/,Red Blend,2008,Finca Sandoval 12,White,Spain,"Floral and lightly tropical on the nose, and totally pleasant. The palate is pure and lively, with elegance and some spritz. Flavors of nectarine, peach and melon are fresh, and the wine finishes easy and smooth. Very nice; just short of excellent but still it's 100% quaffable.",Single Vineyard,19,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Finca de Arantei 2010 Single Vineyard Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-de-arantei-2010-single-vineyard-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Finca de Arantei 13.5,Red,Italy,"Native grapes of Mount Etna such as Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio (at 20%) are present in this lively red wine. The wine is bright, compact and redolent of fresh berry fruit, red apple and blueberry.",Rosso di Verzella,25,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Benanti 2007 Rosso di Verzella (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2007-rosso-verzella-red-etna/,Red Blend,2007,Benanti 14.5,Red,Italy,"This rich, oak-driven Merlot from Sicily opens with bright cherry and blueberry backed by toasted almond, leather and pipe tobacco. There's a raw or chewy note in the mouth that will soften with a few more months of bottle aging.",Salici,24,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2006 Salici Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2006-salici-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2006,Baglio di Pianetto 14.8,Red,US,"Here's a polished, sophisticated Cabernet for drinking now. It's dry and full-bodied and tannic, with rich blackberry, black currant and cedar flavors that finish long and spicy.",Reserve,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Work 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/work-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Work 11.5,Dessert,Austria,"An immediately enticing wine, with great balance between acidity and honey. There are lemon flavors along with a dry edge. It's a concentrated wine that slides over the mouth. With the acidity, it could age several years.",Trockenbeerenauslese,48,89,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2009 Trockenbeerenauslese Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2009-trockenbeerenauslese-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2009,Winzer Krems 14,Red,Spain,"Starts out a bit rough and horsey, but let it air out and escape from the bottle and this Tempranillo-Cabernet blend struts its stuff. There's impressive core blackberry and raspberry flavors along with minerality, crustiness and structure. Tight on the finish and still youthful, with rugged tannins and power to spare. Very nice for a 65,000-case product.",Crianza,20,89,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Enate 2005 Crianza Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enate-2005-crianza-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-somontano/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Enate 14.5,Red,Chile,"A slight amount of eucalyptus on the nose gives this wine an herbal element to go with cassis and blackberry. The palate is tightly wound and brawny, with cassis, olive and herbal flavors. Meaty and savory late, with depth, texture and vitality.",Novas Limited Selection,15,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Emiliana 2009 Novas Limited Selection Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2009-novas-limited-selection-red-blend-carmenere-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Emiliana 14.5,Red,US,"Nice savory plum, pepper and wild licorice predominate on this old-vine Zinfandel from the Rinaldi Vineyard in Fiddletown, whose vines go back to 1865. Like most Easton and Terre Rouge wines this one's built to age with good balance between the fruit, wood and acidity and solid structure.",Rinaldi Vineyard,28,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Easton 2008 Rinaldi Vineyard Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2008-rinaldi-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,2008,Easton 14.5,Red,Chile,"Lavender, thyme, rosemary and other green herb notes dot the nose, which leads to a solid, cushioned palate with sweet berry, leaf, spice and carob flavors. Finishes sweet, with melted chocolate and heft. Just short of excellent but still the best Carmenère yet from François Lurton's Colchagua property.",Hacienda Araucano Alka,60,89,Lolol Valley,,,François Lurton 2007 Hacienda Araucano Alka Carmenère (Lolol Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2007-hacienda-araucano-alka-carmenere-lolol-valley/,Carmenère,2007,François Lurton 14.5,Red,Australia,"This full-bodied, even slightly viscous, effort from Penfolds displays dark notes of blackberry and chocolate on the nose, then adds touches of coffee and black olive into the mix on the palate before finishing tangy and crisp. Drink now–2016.",Bin 2,15,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2008 Bin 2 Shiraz-Mourvèdre (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2008-bin-2-rhone-style-red-blend-shiraz-mourvedre-south/,Shiraz-Mourvèdre,2008,Penfolds 12,White,Spain,"Opens with vanilla and minerality along with standard apple and peach aromas. It's a bit darker and more tan in color than what you'd expect, with fine acidity and integration throughout. Shows touches of white pepper, nutmeg and dried papaya on a classy finish. Dry and subtle at all points.",,24,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Orballo 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orballo-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Orballo 14.7,Red,US,"A lovely Pinot Noir, dry and silky, giving lots of pleasure in the mouth. Shows polished cherry, raspberry and spice flavors. From Cargasacchi.",Salsipuedes,20,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Point Concepción 2009 Salsipuedes Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/point-concepcion-2009-salsipuedes-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Point Concepción 13,White,Spain,"Nice and fragrant, with citrus and passion fruit at the heart of the zesty bouquet. Still fresh courtesy of core acidity, with green melon, passion fruit, grapefruit and citrus flavors. Right now it's showing the right blend of maturity and liveliness; a fine Verdejo that may be benefitting from 5% Sauvignon Blanc. Drink this year.",,14,89,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Condesa Eylo 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condesa-eylo-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Condesa Eylo ,White,US,"A fine bottle, roughly half Pinot Gris, half Gewürztraminer, from the Celilo vineyard. The PG is 25 years old; it's a blend that works really well in vintages where the vineyard gets sufficient heat, and 2009 was just about perfect. Partially barrel fermented, it sends up scents and flavors of citrus—lime and orange—with a pleasing roundness from roughly one percent residual sugar.",Alba Cor White,16,89,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Cor Cellars 2009 Alba Cor White White (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cor-cellars-2009-alba-white-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,White Blend,2009,Cor Cellars ,Red,US,"Dark fruits envelop this rich, fat, tannic Merlot. It's loaded with cassis and ripe black cherries, set against generous barrel flavors of cedar, smoke and coffee. The tannins have a black olive streak and a bacon fat finish. Yummy stuff.",Estate,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2007 Estate Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2007-estate-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2007,Basel Cellars ,Red,US,"As always, a stylish and well-proportioned effort from winemaker Joy Anderson. Blackberry and smoke wrap into a mid-palate with good focus and grip. Despite its modest price, this wine can go one-on-one with a thick, juicy steak. Tannins are just rough enough to give it some welcome muscle.",Reserve,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Snoqualmie 14.5,Red,US,"This is a Petite Sirah you want to decant to let the air soften it. After a while in the glass, sweet blackberry, plum, grilled meat, tobacco, pepper and cedar wood flavors emerge. There's a funky edge that adds a wild, feral, mushroomy quality. An interesting wine to drink over the next three years for freshness.",,25,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,VC Cellars 2006 Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vc-cellars-2006-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,VC Cellars ,Red,US,"This is a delicious rendition of the annual Claret blend. It includes all five Bordeaux grapes, and displays a generous burst of berries and cherries, followed with a swish of chocolate. The wine delivers the goods, mixing in darker fruits, coffee and licorice streaks, winding into a lightly herbal, tannic finish.",,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Robert Karl 2008 Claret (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2008-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Claret,2008,Robert Karl 13.5,White,Chile,"Green and focused on the nose, with a hint of fresh bell pepper. The palate is light and chiseled, with crisp flavors of white grapefruit, lime and passion fruit. Finishes elegant and fresh. An ideal quaffer to go with salads and shellfish.",Reserva,14,89,Limarí Valley,,,Los Molles 2010 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-molles-2010-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-limari-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Los Molles 13.1,Red,US,"Dry and acidic, with interesting flavors of spices, wild forest red berries, cola and bacon. An exotic, low alcohol Pinot Noir that seems at its best now and for a couple years.",Falstaff,39,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kutch 2009 Falstaff Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kutch-2009-falstaff-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kutch 10,Dessert,Canada,"Smooth and creamy on the palate with notes of pineapple, sweet citrus and waxy florals, this is a sunny Vidal Blanc icewine to conclude any elegant summer dinner. It's a sweet, honey-coated sip but bright acidity keeps it fresh and clean through a long, lingering finish.",Icewine,65,89,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Konzelmann 2008 Icewine Vidal Blanc (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/konzelmann-2008-icewine-other-white-vidal-blanc-niagara-peninsula/,Vidal Blanc,2008,Konzelmann 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Riserva red wine from Puglia represents an 80-20 blend of Negroamaro and Malvasia Nera and delivers a rich bouquet with a spicy oak element backed by loads of mature black fruit or candied cherry. It's a bold, ripe, chewy wine with tons of raisin and dried prune on the close.",Nerìo Riserva,,89,Southern Italy,Nardò,,Schola Sarmenti di Terrulenta 2006 Nerìo Riserva Red (Nardò),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schola-sarmenti-terrulenta-2006-nerio-riserva-red-nardo/,Red Blend,2006,Schola Sarmenti di Terrulenta 15.5,Red,US,"Renwood's classic, Grandmère, has an inviting blackberry and sassafras nose with great fruit intensity though it's still smooth—maybe the influence of American oak?—and well-structured, monstrously full-bodied and a little moody at the finish.",Grandmère,35,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 2008 Grandmère Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2008-grandmere-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Renwood ,Red,US,"Pure Syrah, the value offering from McCrea Cellars, with fruit sourced from Ciel du Cheval, Boushey and the up-and-coming Elephant Mountain and Sugarloaf vineyards. There is a lot of fruit here – a mix of berries, cherries, chocolate-covered raisins and prunes. The wine is smooth and supple, beautifully integrated and showing some pleasing toast and chocolate notes.",,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2008 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,McCrea 14.3,Red,US,"A whiff of sulfur blows off with swirling; but the tightly packed fruit is less willing to expose itself. Locked down for now, but showing striated layers of raspberry, cherry, licorice, earth, coffee and char. Complex and dense, this young wine should be cellared for at least five years.",,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tertulia 2008 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tertulia-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2008,Tertulia 14.4,Red,US,"A pleasant, complex and highly likeable Pinot Noir for drinking now. It's made in a lighter style, with a silky mouthfeel framing cherry and raspberry Lifesaver candy flavors. The acidity is especially nice, giving the wine a bracing feel.",Estate Grown,36,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Stemmler 2008 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-stemmler-2008-estate-grown-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Robert Stemmler ,Red,US,"This vintage is 61% Merlot, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Cabernet Franc. A terrific value, with a mix of fresh red and purple fruits that send up fragrant and inviting aromas. The wine is modestly proportioned, but within its boundaries are details of barrel and earth that add life and complexity. The tannins are polished, ripe and delicate.",Sundance Red Wine,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 2008 Sundance Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2008-sundance-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Soos Creek 14.2,Red,US,"A pretty bottle of Sangiovese in every way—great label, great aromas and bright, cranberry and cherry fruit. From one of Amador County's steady Sangiovese specialists, the Noceto Normale also has pleasing acidity and texture and would be very welcome next to a plate of pasta or pizza or even meats off the grill.",Normale,17,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Noceto 2008 Normale Sangiovese (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noceto-2008-normale-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sangiovese,2008,Noceto 15,Red,Australia,"The 2008 Phoenix Cabernet displays amply concentrated notes of cherry, cassis and tobacco. There's plenty of stuffing here, with a long finish that fades slowly away to notes of dried tea leaves.",Phoenix,20,89,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2008 Phoenix Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2008-phoenix-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Penley Estate 13,White,Spain,"Creamy and powdery on the nose, with sweetness and leesy notes. The palate is round, smooth and not terribly cutting, while the flavors lean toward honey, melon and another shot of lees. Finishes long and classy, with elegance. Drink immediately before it loses its vitality.",Eidos de Padriñán,24,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Adega dos Eidos 2009 Eidos de Padriñán Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-eidos-2009-padrinan-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Adega dos Eidos ,Red,US,"It's a little presumptuous to call any Malbec in Washington “old vines” but we may compromise on “older” vines. It's supple and spicy, with a bright core of berry fruit. It tails off gently, with green tobacco, herb and stem in the finish, but lingers and entices all the way through.",Konnowac Vineyard Old Vines,39,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Flying Trout 2007 Konnowac Vineyard Old Vines Malbec (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-trout-2007-konnowac-vineyard-old-vines-malbec-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Malbec,2007,Flying Trout 14.7,Red,US,"An interesting and flavorful blend of Bordeaux varieties and Syrah that has some real complexity. It's a dry, smoothly tannic wine, with rich berry, currant and chocolate notes. Made in the modern style of soft appeal, it's ready to drink now.",Bella's Blend,40,89,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Ehret 2007 Bella's Blend Red (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehret-2007-bellas-blend-red-sonoma-knights-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Ehret ,Red,US,"A lovely mix of floral scents, dark black fruits, baking spices and fine-grained tannins. This 100% varietal effort has a mouth-pleasing texture, without any roughness, and excellent balance.",McKinley Springs Vineyard,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Cor Cellars 2008 McKinley Springs Vineyard Petit Verdot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cor-cellars-2008-mckinley-springs-vineyard-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Petit Verdot,2008,Cor Cellars 13,White,Spain,"Can't call it floral and bright on the nose, but it's not over the hill or maderized, either; more neutral than anything. The mouth is fresh, lively and loaded with lime, green apple and length. Approaching peak maturity and then will start to fade. A smooth operator with depth, minerality and fine acidity.",,27,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Do Ferreiro 2009 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferreiro-2009-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Do Ferreiro 14,Red,Spain,"Smoky, dark, bold and full of black fruit aromas along with barrel notes and a lemony accent. For Prieto Picudo, this is clean, decidedly not funky and lush, with blackberry, spice and barrel resin. Finishes bacony and rich, but not fat or heavy; drink this year and next.",Estay,15,89,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Dominio Dostares 2008 Estay Prieto Picudo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-dostares-2008-estay-spanish-red-prieto-picudo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Prieto Picudo,2008,Dominio Dostares 14.5,Red,Australia,"A robust blend of sweet and savory, d'Arenberg's 2008 Love Grass Shiraz is full-bodied and round in the mouth, featuring smoky, meaty and blackberry notes and a mouthwatering finish. Drink now–2015.",The Love Grass,19,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2008 The Love Grass Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2008-love-grass-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2008,D'Arenberg 14.2,Red,US,"Here is tasty, forward, juicy fruit—a fresh berry mix of strawberry, blueberry and raspberry. There is firm acidity to balance the tannins, which bring just a hint of herb. Well done; it lacks only some depth in the finish to bring the score up.",,24,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Basalt 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basalt-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Basalt 13.8,Red,US,"A beautiful Pinot Noir for drinking now. It's delicate and elegant and refined in the mouth, but rich in flavors, offering raspberry tart, red cherry pie with the crust, and dusty Indian spices that finish dry and long, with a touch of funkiness.",,39,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Kutch 2009 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kutch-2009-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kutch ,Red,US,"This is the second Syrah from Soos Creek, again sourced from three excellent vineyards: Boushey, Riverbend and Lewis. Other bottlings from any of these vineyards will sell for far more; this is a real value. The tang is all fruit, with good natural acidity, plenty of snap. Cranberry, pomegranate and some darker notes of smoke, licorice and coffee threaded through. Excellent winemaking.",Commander Comet,25,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Soos Creek 2008 Commander Comet Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2008-commander-comet-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2008,Soos Creek 14.1,Red,US,"A good wine, with jammy Cabernet flavors of blackberries, cassis and savory spices. It's fairly low in alcohol, with a brisk, clean scour, but tannic and astringent. Feels immature even at the age of nearly five years, but it should develop. Give it another six years.",,100,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silver Oak 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-oak-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Silver Oak 14,Red,Spain,"Opens with funky aromas of sweaty leather and cheese that seem rustic for this bodega. Time and airing help the wine plenty, and sooner rather than later it shows typical Rioja dried red fruits, earth, tobacco and spice. Astringent and tight as a drum now, but it will evolve in the bottle and should last another two decades. Not the best Sierra Cantabria high-end wine I've tried but still shows excellence once it finds its stride. Drink from 2015–2025.",Gran Reserva,39,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2005 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2005-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Sierra Cantabria 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"This is a gorgeous dessert wine with apricot, peach, honey and almond paste backed by a spicy touch of spearmint. The mouthfeel is rich, creamy and very satisfying. Pair this golden wine with aged cheese and fruit marmalade.",,,90,Southern Italy,Moscato di Trani,,Villa Schinosa 2007 Moscato di Trani,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-schinosa-2007-muscat-moscato-moscato-trani/,Moscato,2007,Villa Schinosa 14.2,Red,US,"One of the best Pinot Noirs at this price you can buy. It's silky, light in body and enormously pleasurable to drink, showing brisk flavors of raspberries, cola, spices and toast.",Top Chef Selection,22,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Quickfire 2009 Top Chef Selection Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quickfire-2009-top-chef-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Quickfire 13.5,White,Austria,"A full-bodied wine, layering delicious apricot and pear fruits with lemon zest and an apple skin texture. With a great bite of acidity, this is a ripe yet also mineral wine. Screwcap.",Rotenpullen,20,90,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2009 Rotenpullen Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2009-rotenpullen-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Pratsch 13.5,Red,US,"Sebastiani has had good results with their Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir, and this bottling continues that tradition. It's a lovely wine, dry and rich, with raspberry and cherry pie, sweet, smoky oak and spice flavors, brightened with fine acidity. A wonderful wine for restaurants at a price that's affordable.",,18,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sebastiani 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Sebastiani 14.5,Red,US,"A delicious Talley Rincon, showing the class of this vineyard. Maybe not the best vintage, lacking some elegance, but the wine is ultrarich and full-bodied, with massive raspberry and cherry flavors. Drink soon.",Rincon Vineyard,58,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2008 Rincon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2008-rincon-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Talley 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an elegant and powerful wine from the deep south of Italy that cries out for a pairing with succulent steak or an aged cheese such as pecorino. Despite its blunt power and firm tannins, the wine delivers pretty complexity in the form of black currant, prune, slate and tobacco aromas.",,,90,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Macarico 2006 Aglianico del Vulture,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macarico-2006-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2006,Macarico ,Red,US,"A super Tuscan blend, half Sangiovese, the other half split between Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. It's quite a success; bright and spicy, the fruit flavors crisply defined, mixing raspberry, blackberry and cherry. Clean and deep, with polished tannins, and just a hint of heat in the finish.",Twelve Red,36,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Lowden Hills 2008 Twelve Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lowden-hills-2008-twelve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Lowden Hills 13,Red,Italy,"Natural winemaker Arianna Occhipinti offers this dark and velvety expression of Nero d'Avola with smokey, earthy notes at the back of mature fruit and small berry. There's an undeniable elegance and compactness to the mouthfeel.",Siccagno,,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Occhipinti 2008 Siccagno Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occhipinti-2008-siccagno-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2008,Occhipinti 14.7,Red,US,"Shows the ripe fruit and bright acidity this famous vineyard is known for. Savory in raspberry jam and smoky, caramelized oak, with a fresh, clean mouthfeel. A very nice Pinot Noir to drink now.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Entropy,55,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Drake 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Entropy Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drake-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-entropy-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Drake ,Rose,US,"Grenache takes the lead position in this dusty, salmon-colored rosé. It looks and tastes French, and has been given a bit more bottle age than most domestic rosés. Fruits run from wild strawberry and watermelon to light citrus, woven together and set against rather firm tannins. A substantial wine with real grip and depth.",,23,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Doyenne 2009 Rosé (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doyenne-2009-rose-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rosé,2009,Doyenne ,Red,US,"Clean and well-ripened fruit holds down center court here; tart and tight flavors of currant and berry. It's wrapped in a shell of tannin that is still hard and seeming to hold the wine back. The best guess is to give it some bottle age and let it breathe, and you will be rewarded with a polished and expressive wine.",Estate,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Gifford Hirlinger 2008 Estate Petit Verdot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gifford-hirlinger-2008-estate-petit-verdot-petite-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Petit Verdot,2008,Gifford Hirlinger 13.5,Red,US,"A dry, robust Pinot Noir. Starts out a little rustic, with big tannins and acidity that give the cherries a sour candy taste. But it's complex, with a meaty edge, and elegantly constructed. Gets better as it breathes in the glass. Drink now–2014.",Dutton Ranch,38,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2009 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2009-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dutton-Goldfield 15,Red,US,"A rich Pinot Noir that's drinking well now. With a delicate, silky texture, it offers powerful flavors of cherry and raspberry jam, mocha, Indian spices and sweet, toasted oak.",Maboroshi Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2008 Maboroshi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2008-maboroshi-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,De Loach 15,Red,Spain,"Big, toasty, spicy and loaded with savory berry aromas, smoke and density. The palate is weighty and saturated, but balanced. Flavorwise, it's dealing sweet, jammy, slightly roasted black fruit tastes that are followed by a spicy, toasty, coffee-driven finish. Meaty and ripe; drink now through 2013.",William Selection Crianza,27,90,Northern Spain,Toro,,Abelis Carthago 2007 William Selection Crianza (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abelis-carthago-2007-william-selection-crianza-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2007,Abelis Carthago 14,Red,Italy,This well integrated Aglianico del Vulture opens with ripe notes of black fruit and dried currants backed by softer aromas of leather and crushed clove or cinnamon. It's a massively intense and dense wine with rock-solid tannins that need to be paired with succulent steak.,Gudarrà,25,90,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Bisceglia 2007 Gudarrà (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bisceglia-2007-gudarra-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2007,Bisceglia 12.5,White,US,"A superb white wine, and at this price, buy it by the case. Made from Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Gewürztraminer, it's streamlined and dry, with racy acidity framing citrus, lychee, pear, honeysuckle, mineral and spice flavors. Production was 10,000 cases, and the alcohol is a low 12.5%.",,10,90,California,California Other,California,Kitchen Sink NV White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kitchen-sink-nv-white-other/,White Blend,,Kitchen Sink 14.1,Red,US,"A bright, vivacious, juicy and fruit-driven style, loaded with boysenberries. Tart and racy, this has just a hint of a gamy undertone. The finish has smooth, silky tannins, and plenty of staying power.",Les Collines Vineyard,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Kerloo 2008 Les Collines Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kerloo-2008-collines-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Kerloo 10.5,Dessert,Austria,"Very honeyed, liquorous wine, with a full texture, orange marmalade flavor and acidity contrasting with a sweet toffee character. It has weight and richness, with possible long-term aging. Screwcap.",Ruster Ausbruch,40,90,Burgenland,,,Gunter Triebaumer 2008 Ruster Ausbruch Welschriesling (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gunter-triebaumer-2008-ruster-ausbruch-other-white-welschriesling-burgenland/,Welschriesling,2008,Gunter Triebaumer 11.5,Dessert,Austria,"A richly, aromatic wine, with honey and lemon aromas announcing a richly textured wine. Spice, dried apricots and honey mingle with acidity in this gloriously rich wine.",Trockenbeerenauslese,,90,Burgenland,,,Höpler 2008 Trockenbeerenauslese White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopler-2008-trockenbeerenauslese-white-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian white blend,2008,Höpler 13.9,Red,US,"Shows all the hallmarks of a fine Sonoma Coast Pinot. It's dry, crisp in acidity, elegant in structure and complex, with an array of red berry, red currant, pine, cola, clove and sandalwood flavors. Drink now, after a brief decant.",,39,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kutch 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kutch-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kutch 11.5,White,US,"A beautiful Sauvignon Blanc, dry and crisp and low in alcohol. With no oak to interfere, it shows vibrant citrus fruit, guava, lemongrass and mineral flavors, balanced with zesty acidity. A beautiful, racy wine.",,18,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Voss 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voss-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Voss 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dense and roasted on the nose, with tobacco, leather, mild herbal notes and blackberry fruit. The palate is packed but a little bulky, with smacking flavors of plum, blackberry, pepper and herbs. Finishes with leather and heat. Drink now through 2014.",Especial Reserva,40,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2006 Especial Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2006-especial-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Bodegas Palacio 14.2,Red,Chile,"Toasty and solid on the nose, with hints of mineral, dark spice, black olive and cassis. It's structured but a little rich and sticky, with sweet berry and cassis flavors along with brown sugar on the finish. A blend of six grapes that's easygoing and generous. Drink now through 2013.",Anka Pargua II,20,90,Maipo Valley,,,Pargua 2007 Anka Pargua II Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pargua-2007-anka-ii-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Pargua 13,Red,Australia,"An offshoot of the Yalumba group, Mawson's sources this fruit from Wrattonbully, just north of better-known Coonawarra. It's a medium-bodied, elegant style of Cabernet, not overpowering, but featuring ample cassis fruit tinged with mint and tobacco. Drink now–2018.",Hill Block 3,18,90,South Australia,Wrattonbully,,Mawson's 2008 Hill Block 3 Cabernet Sauvignon (Wrattonbully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mawsons-2008-hill-block-3-cabernet-sauvignon-wrattonbully/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Mawson's 13,White,Spain,"Zesty and clean, with pure grapefruit and passion fruit aromas. It's charged up but perfectly balanced, with bright, focused citrus and pineapple flavors. Lemony acidity keeps the finish rolling, then throw in some chive and fresh greens and you have a spot-on Verdejo.",,13,90,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Palacio de Bornos 2010 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacio-bornos-2010-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Palacio de Bornos 13.9,Red,Australia,"A reliable offering over the past few vintages, this is a medium- to full-bodied Cabernet brimming with cedar, plum and mocha. It's muscular enough to pair with steak, or to cellar for a couple of years.",,15,90,South Australia,South Australia,,9 Mile Road 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/9-mile-road-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,9 Mile Road 13,Red,Spain,"One's level of passion for this bulky, hefty Mencía will be largely based on one's appreciation and/or acceptance of heavy oak. The nose is pure hickory, molasses, mocha and coffee, while the chewy, ripe palate deals clove, flowery notes and blueberry flavors. Finishes big and broad, with bacon and barrel resin. Beefy and from the barrel as much as the vineyard; drink now through 2015.",,48,90,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Avanthia 2008 Mencía (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avanthia-2008-spanish-red-mencia-valdeorras/,Mencía,2008,Avanthia 14.2,Red,US,"Another side of Steven Kent's Ghielmetti Vineyard designates, Clone 30 being a bit more viscous and woody than the Clone 337. This shows supple tannins, black cherry, chocolate and cranberry on the nose and in the wine, and a lengthy finish. Aging will benefit this wine.",Ghielmetti Vineyard Clone Thirty,100,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2007 Ghielmetti Vineyard Clone Thirty Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2007-ghielmetti-vineyard-clone-thirty-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Steven Kent 14.8,Red,US,"From the Solano County Green Valley appellation just off San Pablo Bay comes this crowd-pleasing Syrah, a juicy, masculinely beefy and big version of the varietal with well-honed hints of baked bread, mocha and espresso.",,24,90,California,North Coast,Solano County,Rock Wren 2007 Syrah (Solano County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wren-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-north-coast-solano-county/,Syrah,2007,Rock Wren ,Red,US,"Pure varietal, with alcohol around 13.5%—typical for Robert Karl reds. Smooth entry, rich fruit and excellent structure. Bright cherry flavors dominate, gliding smoothly through a pretty midpalate into the tannins. The tannins just barely hint at an herbal underpinning, but are plenty ripe.",,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Robert Karl 2008 Merlot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Merlot,2008,Robert Karl 13.5,Red,Italy,"Santa Croce is the flagship wine of Vigneti Reale, a beautiful wine estate in Lecce, Puglia with a gorgeous Italian villa. The style here is soft, sweet, succulent and very fruit forward and will appeal to those who love a modern style of New World wine from the Old World.",Santa Croce,22,90,Southern Italy,Salento,,Vigneti Reale 2008 Santa Croce Red (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-reale-2008-santa-croce-red-salento/,Red Blend,2008,Vigneti Reale ,Red,US,"Rich, evocative, lush with aromas of earth, coffee, chocolate, mocha—scents that suggest excellent evolution ahead. Right now the fruit is primary, tart, raspberry and cherry, and not yet smoothed into the greater whole. But all the potential and pieces are there.",,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Va Piano 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Va Piano 14,White,Chile,"One sniff receives immediate prickle and a hint of fresh bell pepper offset by citrus blossom and passion fruit. All the components of excellent Sauvignon Blanc appear in this carved, sizzling wine: tangerine, orange, grapefruit and lime flavors; freshness and physique; purity and sense of place.",T.H.,20,90,Leyda Valley,,,Undurraga 2010 T.H. Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2010-th-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Undurraga 14.1,Red,US,"For those who like their Cabernets in a drier style. An elegant wine of considerable finesse, with modest alcohol framing berry, currant, cocoa and herb flavors. Grows more attractive and complex as it breathes in the glass.",,36,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sensorium 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sensorium-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sensorium ,Red,US,"The vineyard, planted in 2003, is located on the Oregon side of the Columbia River. The young vines bring bright, effusive fruit flavors of raspberries and strawberry pastry, black cherries and plums. Aromatically there are whiffs of violets and spun sugar. All in all a most inviting, fruit-driven Malbec.",,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cor Cellars 2008 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cor-cellars-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2008,Cor Cellars ,White,US,"This is 100% Roussanne from Red Mountain, whose heat gives the grape plenty of ripening. Here it reaches into high-toned, tropical and candied citrus fruits, accented with pungent aromas of spun sugar, fruit candy and a whiff of diesel. Complex, forward, juicy and just a little hot in the finish.",,34,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Doyenne 2009 Roussanne (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doyenne-2009-roussanne-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Roussanne,2009,Doyenne 14,Red,Spain,"Chunky and rubbery smelling at first, then out comes black fruit, oak and licorice in spades. This is a modern, dark wine from old Mencía vines that's very tasty and rolls across the palate with ease. It's a little syrupy and very ripe, with hints of herbs on the finish as well as cocoa and fig. Drink now through 2013.",Exaltos Cepas Viejas,32,90,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Dominio de Tares 2006 Exaltos Cepas Viejas Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-tares-2006-exaltos-cepas-viejas-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2006,Dominio de Tares 14.5,White,US,"Shows plenty of finesse in the dry, minerally profile, and the crisp acidity that makes the finish clean and savory. Could be a bit richer, but the pineapple and lemon candy flavors satisfy.",Golden Coast,45,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,De Loach 2008 Golden Coast Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2008-golden-coast-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,De Loach 12.5,Red,Austria,"With black cherry fruits, spice and a leathery character, this is a firm, tight wine. It does have plenty of fruit and acidity to go with the tannins. There's a chunky feel to it, the acidity waiting to come through on the finish.",,13,90,Burgenland,,,Zantho 2009 Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zantho-2009-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2009,Zantho 14.3,Red,US,"Lusty, full-bodied, tannic and oh, so drinkable, just what you want Petite Sirah to be. The weather in this corner of Calistoga is warm, and the wine shows ripe, complex flavors of berries, cherries, currants, mocha, tobacco and peppery spices. Perfect with grilled meats, poultry and hard cheeses. The wine should age well for 5–6 years.",,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Three Clicks 2009 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-clicks-2009-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,Three Clicks 12,Sparkling,France,"There is a definite feeling of maturity here. The wine has a fine tang of fruit along with toast, vanilla and hints of grapefruit and apple. This opulent Champagne is ready to drink now.",Demoiselle Millésimé Premier Cru Brut,100,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken 2000 Demoiselle Millésimé Premier Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-2000-demoiselle-millesime-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Vranken 14.5,Red,Australia,"Made in a fruit-forward style, this lushly textured Shiraz features a delicately herbal overlay to its black cherry and red raspberry fruit, which unfolds into tea-like nuances on the finish. Unoaked, the wine should drink well over the next few years.",Made With Organic Grapes,16,90,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2009 Made With Organic Grapes Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2009-made-with-organic-grapes-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2009,Yalumba 14.9,Red,US,"At the age of nearly five years, this Cab still is immature. It's comprised of equal parts sweet, smoky oak, ripe black cherries, plums, cassis and rich, intricate tannins. Already throwing sediment, it needs at least another four years for optimal drinking.",Trio Vineyard,38,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Knuttel 2006 Trio Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-knuttel-2006-trio-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,William Knuttel 14.3,Red,US,"Very rich, offering up a wealth of ripe cherry, berry, cola, bacon and spice flavors that finish long and dry. The texture is fine and silky. Shows some immaturity, so you might want to let it rest for a year or two.",Red Dog Vineyard Dijon Clones,46,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Talisman 2007 Red Dog Vineyard Dijon Clones Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talisman-2007-red-dog-vineyard-dijon-clones-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2007,Talisman 13.7,Red,US,"A robust, spicy Syrah, full-bodied and fruity, offering an explosion of concentrated blackberries and pepper. The tannins are raw and astringent now, making the wine functionally difficult to enjoy. This score reflects the wine's possibilities in 3–4 years.",Estate Bottled,55,90,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2007 Estate Bottled Syrah (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2007-estate-bottled-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-spring-mountain/,Syrah,2007,Spring Mountain Vineyard ,Red,US,"Rapidly maturing, with some brick coloring and secondary fruit flavors of prune and raisin. Drinking nicely, and quite delicious. Along with the smooth fruit you get smoke, dust, cocoa and a hint of caramelized sugar.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Otis Kenyon 2007 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/otis-kenyon-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2007,Otis Kenyon 14.6,Red,US,"Dry and tough in tannins, yet impressive for balance and integrity. Shows currant, blackberry and smoky flavors, with a firm minerality. One of the better, more elegant Sangioveses out there.",,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Luna 2008 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-2008-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2008,Luna 15,Red,US,"An intriguingly pretty wine with a nose full of violets, Renwood's Grandpère is more feminine in style than its Grandmère, at least in this vintage. It has a spicy, soft finish.",Grandpère,40,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 2008 Grandpère Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2008-grandpere-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Renwood 14.6,Red,US,"This is half Tempranillo, one quarter Garnacha, one quarter Monastrell. Pop the cork and right away come aromas with a mix of exotic, seductive spices, vanilla, sweet grain, plum and some bakery sweetness. The fruit is plump and dotted with dried herb, dusted with powdered sugar, open and expansive.",Tres Viños,19,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Salida 2008 Tres Viños Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salida-2008-tres-vinos-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,2008,Salida 13,Red,France,"In a firm style, this is a dense wine, its black fruits packed into a solid structure. It has power as well as ripe fruit, with tannins and acidity, and is likely to age for a couple of years.",,15,90,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Joseph Drouhin 2009 Morgon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2009-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2009,Joseph Drouhin ,Red,US,"A strong, spicy, sharp-edged take on Washington Merlot, sourced from a trio of excellent vineyards – StoneTree, Klipsun and Boushey. Dark and meaty, this brings bacon fat and black cherry, cassis and chocolate, in a full-bodied, forward style. Bring on the steak.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kontos 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kontos-cellars-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Kontos ,Rose,US,"Made from 100% Sangiovese, grown on the shores of Lake Chelan, one of Washington's newest and smallest AVAs. The extra year in bottle has softened and opened the aromas, which bring exceptional complexity to what might appear to be a more simple wine. Not just fruity, though there is plenty of tangy strawberry nectar, along with hints of orange peel and chai tea. The complexity here is remarkable.",Shameless Hussy,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Lake Chelan,Hard Row To Hoe 2009 Shameless Hussy Rosé (Lake Chelan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hard-row-to-hoe-2009-shameless-hussy-rose-columbia-valley-lake-chelan/,Rosé,2009,Hard Row To Hoe ,Red,US,"Tight, young and somewhat impenetrable, this pure Cabernet from the estate vineyard on Red Mountain is tannic and sharp. The fruit shows cherry and cassis, and the alcohol (listed at 14.9%) is mostly contained. But it's a hard wine, and does not seem to have the complex aromatics that promise more detail with age. Drink it now, for its pure, young fruit and match it to a thick, juicy steak.",Grand Ciel,140,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,DeLille 2007 Grand Ciel Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2007-grand-ciel-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,DeLille 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of acidity in this fresh young Pinot. Oak, too, which gives dominating aromas and flavors of toast and caramel. Underneath is a rich wine, filled with raspberry, cola, sautéed mushroom and spice flavors. Should develop over the next 2–3 years.",Le Roi,45,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,De Loach 2008 Le Roi Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2008-le-roi-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,De Loach 14.8,Red,US,"An obviously pedigreed wine, lush and delicious, grown in St. Helena. With soft, velvety tannins and deep flavors of blackberries, chocolate and sweet oak, it's a real crowd pleaser. Drink now.",Eileen,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chiarello Family Vineyards 2008 Eileen Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiarello-family-2008-eileen-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Chiarello Family Vineyards ,Red,US,"This is the artist label Merlot; a firm, spicy expression of fruit from the Lewis vineyard. Threads of liquid smoke, spice and coffee are woven into the red fruits—a mix of strawberry, raspberry and cherry flavors. Still young and sharp, it has some heat in the finish. Additional bottle age recommended.",Lewis Vineyard,75,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2007 Lewis Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2007-lewis-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Dunham 14.5,Red,Spain,"Full, dark and dense, with blackberry, molasses and bacon on the nose. At first it seems modern and new-wave, but the palate isn't fat and overextracted; instead it's zesty, vibrant and deals pugnacious blackberry flavors topped with spice and chocolate. A lively, forward but manageable wine to drink now through 2014. Only 416 cases made.",Phincas,38,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,DSG Vineyards 2007 Phincas (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dsg-2007-phincas-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,DSG Vineyards 14.2,Red,US,"The first wine released under their own brand from the Bien Nacido folks. It's delicious, with savory flavors of raspberries, cherries and spices. Made in a ripe, sweet style, giving it direct appeal.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,52,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bien Nacido 2007 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bien-nacido-2007-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bien Nacido 13.5,Red,Italy,"Il Drappo is a ripe, smokey and chewy expression of Nero d'Avola with plump fruit notes backed by blackberry and cherry nuances. The mouthfeel is rich, velvety and very soft. Pair this wine with spicy pork with barbecue sauce.",Il Drappo,40,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Benanti 2005 Il Drappo Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2005-il-drappo-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2005,Benanti 13,White,Spain,"Almond and mineral accents aid the nose on this fuller-bodied Godello that offers polished apple and peach flavors, a refined and complex mouthfeel and a long finish. Delivers quality for the price, so the value quotient is high.",Tempestad,21,90,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Bodegas Abanico 2010 Tempestad Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-abanico-2010-tempestad-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2010,Bodegas Abanico 14.5,Red,Australia,"A strong effort from Cimicky, the 2008 Trumps displays ample complexity in its hints of chocolate, coffee, cedar, blueberries and baking spices, then puts all of that in a soft, creamy, mouthfilling package tinged with licorice on the finish. Drink now.",Trumps,20,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Charles Cimicky 2008 Trumps Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-cimicky-2008-trumps-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Charles Cimicky 14.5,White,US,"With crisp acidity, a bright, creamy texture and rich flavors of lemons, limes, tangerines, peaches, pears and honeysuckle, this is a delightful white wine. Dry, yet with a sweet, spicy finish it's perfect as a cocktail sipper.",,18,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2009 Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Handley 14.1,Red,US,"This opens with a fertile, fecund nose mixing together layered scents of forest floor, dried leaf, moist loam, ripe plum and sandalwood. A good, sharp acid base puts a frame around the complex mix of flavors. It finishes tart and still tight; give it some breathing time.",Destiny Ridge Vineyard Block 20,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Alexandria Nicole 2008 Destiny Ridge Vineyard Block 20 Malbec (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandria-nicole-2008-destiny-ridge-vineyard-block-20-malbec-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Malbec,2008,Alexandria Nicole 12.8,Red,US,"Lots of zippy acidity in this dry, full-bodied Charbono. It's tannic and earthy, with tobacco-laced blackberry and mushroom flavors and something grilled and meaty. Bone dry, it should develop over many years, without gaining a great deal of complexity.",Old Vines,32,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Casa Nuestra 2008 Old Vines Charbono (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-nuestra-2008-old-vines-italian-red-charbono-napa-valley/,Charbono,2008,Casa Nuestra 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Tight and honest from the start, with match stick, yeast, bitter greens and apple aromas. The palate is lifted but not heavy, with firm acidity, fine carbonation and bright apple, peach and dryness to the flavor profile. Fresh, long and pure on the finish; classy given the price.",Brut,16,90,Catalonia,Cava,,Vilarnau NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vilarnau-nv-brut-sparkling-cava-130499/,Sparkling Blend,,Vilarnau ,White,US,"Fruit was sourced from the Doc Stewart vineyard, one of the region's oldest, and fermented in American oak. Bright gold in color, it opens with rich scents of buttered nuts, stone fruits, and dusty spices. You will find a lot of flavor for the price, and the wine retains sufficient acidity to brighten up the finish with a lick of minerality.",,21,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Grace Cellars 2008 Chardonnay (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grace-cellars-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Chardonnay,2008,Grace Cellars 14.5,White,France,"A seriously supple and creamy wine with character throughout. The nose is loaded with garrigue perfumes of thyme and bay leaves among the clean red apple and white melon aromas. Toast and soft spice mingle on the palate, with a soft honeyed flavor enduring through the long finish.",Cigalus,50,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Gérard Bertrand 2009 Cigalus White (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2009-cigalus-white-vin-pays-doc/,White Blend,2009,Gérard Bertrand 13,White,Spain,"Simply delicious as refreshing, no-oak white wines go. There's telltale grapefruit and stony aromas in front of a pure, easygoing palate endowed with grapefruit, passion fruit and tangerine flavors. Still, it's not overly citric or one-dimensional; excellent Verdejo with a little extra in terms of refinement.",Fuente Elvira,17,90,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Pedro Escudero 2010 Fuente Elvira Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedro-escudero-2010-fuente-elvira-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Pedro Escudero 12,Dessert,Canada,"A floral perfume combines with notes of smoke, sweet pineapple and candle wax on the nose and palate of this deep gold Vidal Blanc icewine. Vibrant acidity and a hint of bitter tangerine rind on the long, long finish add complexity and structure.",Icewine,45,90,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Pillitteri 2008 Icewine Vidal Blanc (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pillitteri-2008-icewine-other-white-vidal-blanc-niagara-peninsula/,Vidal Blanc,2008,Pillitteri 14.5,Red,Australia,"A rare example of really good Australian Merlot, this wine features a supple attack that gradually builds in tannic intensity into a softly dusty finish. Herbal overtones mingle with notes of cassis, mocha and leather.",Brookman,45,90,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 2007 Brookman Merlot (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-2007-brookman-merlot-clarendon/,Merlot,2007,Clarendon Hills 14.1,Red,US,"Here's a softly appealing Pinot to drink now with fancy food, like lamb chops or a charbroiled steak. It's dry, but so rich in caramelized oak and sweet raspberry fruit that it tastes almost sweet. Good acidity helps to balance out this lush, young wine.",Horseshoe Bend Vineyard,42,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Family 2008 Horseshoe Bend Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-family-2008-horseshoe-bend-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Davis Family 14.9,White,US,"Shows the typicity of this bottling, a fantastically rich, strong Chardonnay, almost overwhelming in late harvest pineapple, apricot, tangerine and créme brûlée flavors. But it's bone dry. These wines age well over a decade, becoming drier in fruit and acquiring roasted nut notes.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,40,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Talbott 2008 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2008-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,Talbott ,Red,US,"This is the first varietal bottling, though Malbec has been part of the winery's Claret blend for some time. Complex, tight, balanced and full, it carries a strong tobacco and vanilla streak along with the black cherry fruit that runs through the middle. The fruit is sappy and firm, also displaying cranberry and rosewater notes, black berry and coffee liqueur.",,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Robert Karl 2008 Malbec (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Malbec,2008,Robert Karl ,Red,US,"This is 62% Tempranillo (Sugarloaf vineyard) and 38% Malbec (Two Coyote vineyard). A whiff of pipe tobacco leads into a mother lode of black cherry, introducing a lush palate of mixed purple and black fruits, with interesting herbal highlights extending right into the finish. Full and fruity, with flashes of spice and herb lighting it up like fireworks in the night sky.",Fuego Sagrado,29,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Salida 2008 Fuego Sagrado Tempranillo-Malbec (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salida-2008-fuego-sagrado-red-blend-tempranillo-malbec-columbia-valley-yakima/,Tempranillo-Malbec,2008,Salida 12.5,White,Spain,"Unlike TG's Abadía de San Campio Albariño, this wine also features Loureira and Caiño Blanco, and it's more interesting in the long run. Aromas of mango and pineapple are sweet and pungent, while the palate is round, leesy and plump, with green melon, apple, vanilla and creamy notes. Fleshy on the finish, but with good acidity. Will accompany shellfish of all sorts.",O Rosal,24,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Terras Gauda 2010 O Rosal White (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terras-gauda-2010-o-rosal-white-rias-baixas/,White Blend,2010,Terras Gauda ,Red,US,"Pure Merlot, though not labeled as such, this is broadly fruity with a play of strawberry, hard cherry candy, and citrus. The grape sources—Champoux, Klipsun and Bacchus vineyards— are impeccable. Tannins are stiff enough to put a stop to the finish, and to suggest that some further bottle age is called for.",Palisade Red Wine,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 2008 Palisade Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-2008-palisade-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Soos Creek ,Red,US,"Small amounts of Petit Verdot, Carmenère and Cab Franc in the blend make for a lively, intriguing Cab with a mix of earth, herb and berry aromas. Tart berry/cherry fruit gives a puckery mouthfeel; and Asian spices (from a variety of barrel sources) add more interest to the finish.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Seven Hills 15.2,Red,US,"The grapes come from just south of the Carneros Highway, on the Napa side. It's a big, somewhat alcoholic Pinot, rich in spicy cherries, raspberries, mocha and sandalwood. A flamboyant, luscious wine.",,65,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Larry Hyde and Sons 2009 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larry-hyde-sons-2009-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Larry Hyde and Sons 13,White,Spain,"Very clean and clear, and even though it's a 2009 it is still holding onto its core freshness and character. White fruits and flower blossoms work the nose, and the palate is now fully mature, elegant and smooth. Flavors of peach, melon and kiwi are clean and tasty. Albariño at its best.",,30,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Lusco 2009 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lusco-2009-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Lusco ,Red,US,"A very hard, tannic wine. Assaults the palate like barbarian invaders, pillaging with astringency. Yet buried deep down is a luscious core of black currants and minerals. Made in an old-fashioned style, this Cab could be one to drink over the next 8–12 years.",Meteor Vineyard,115,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tom Eddy 2004 Meteor Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tom-eddy-2004-meteor-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Tom Eddy ,Red,US,"An unusual, dry-farmed vineyard, yielding tight, tough, chewy fruit and a compelling clay and earth foundation. Excellent structure, though not open or inviting at this time. If Syrah had a presence in the Loire Valley, it might taste like this.",Patina Vineyard,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Tertulia 2008 Patina Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tertulia-2008-patina-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Tertulia 14,Red,Italy,"Aglianico del Vulture is the reigning king of red wines from Basilicata and this hearty expression shows territory-driven aromas of slate and charcoal backed by mature fruit, tobacco and spice. The mouth is greeted by intense flavors of raisin, figs and dried prunes.",Nocte,,90,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Terra dei Re 2005 Nocte (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-re-2005-nocte-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2005,Terra dei Re ,White,US,"A blend of Marsanne, Chardonnay and Roussanne, this is bright, fruity, with an emphasis on the rind rather than the flesh of citrus and stone fruits. A streak of vanilla runs through the core, and the finish has some stiff, tannic edges. Well-crafted, and a superb food wine.",Jaja,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Maison Bleue 2009 Jaja White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-bleue-2009-jaja-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,White Blend,2009,Maison Bleue 14,Red,Italy,"As far as Aglianico del Vulture goes, Damaschito is a velvety, more approachable expression of this famously powerful and tannic wine from southern Italy. It delivers aromas of wet river stone, black fruit, cherry and dried currant.",Damaschito,,90,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Lucania 2007 Damaschito (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucania-2007-damaschito-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2007,Lucania 14.4,Red,US,"A pretty, polished and elegant Pinot Noir, the kind that feels like sheer silk in your mouth. It's delicious, too, with spicy raspberry, cherry and sweet oak flavors. Lots of charm in this Pinot to drink now.",Ferguson Block,44,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Stemmler 2008 Ferguson Block Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-stemmler-2008-ferguson-block-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Robert Stemmler ,Red,US,"Pure varietal, with a bouquet of violets, berries, a bit of green herb and a whiff of green coffee. Nicely balanced, with great aromatic complexity. It's dense without being heavy or thick, and the fruit shines right on through the finish.",,32,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2008 Petit Verdot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2008-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Petit Verdot,2008,Seven Hills 14,White,Spain,"Rich and buttery, with corn flakes, baked apple, pear and a touch of wood resin on the nose. Apple cider, vanilla, toast and cream flavors are satisfying, while the long finish rests mostly on texture and leftover vanilla. An interesting barrel-aged wine made from the obscure Dona Blanca grape that's mostly used for making a grappa-like distilled spirit.",Gorvia,48,90,Galicia,Monterrei,,Quinta da Muradella 2007 Gorvia Doña Blanca (Monterrei),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-muradella-2007-gorvia-other-white-dona-blanca-monterrei/,Doña Blanca,2007,Quinta da Muradella 14.5,Red,Australia,"Well known Aussie winemaker Ben Riggs has crafted a dense, savory Shiraz that sells for a bargain price. Notes of roasted meat, black olives, coffee and cinnamon rest on a foundation of mulberry fruit, with just the suggestion of dusty tannins on the finish. Drink now and over the next couple of years.",,13,90,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Woop Woop 2009 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woop-woop-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2009,Woop Woop 13.9,Red,US,"Heavy, tannic and dense now, but clearly well-grown, this Bordeaux blend wants a little time in the cellar to knit together. An unusual blend of Malbec and Petit Verdot, it's rich and captivating in black currants and cassis, with a long, spicy finish. Shows masterful blending talent, combining grapes from the Alexander and Dry Creek valleys. Hold until after 2012.",Le Petit Malin,28,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,William Knuttel 2006 Le Petit Malin Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-knuttel-2006-le-petit-malin-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2006,William Knuttel 14.5,Red,Australia,"Shows some of the vintage's heat, revealing hints of alfalfa and slightly raisined fruit, but also waves of plummy fruit tinged with dark chocolate and espresso. It's smooth, velvety and ready to drink.",Killerman's Run,20,90,Australia Other,Australia,,Kilikanoon 2008 Killerman's Run Shiraz (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kilikanoon-2008-killermans-run-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2008,Kilikanoon 14.9,White,US,"Very rich, if a bit of a letdown after the '07. Shows massively concentrated blackberry, cherry and mocha fruit, and overwhelms by its sheer power, with tannins as finely ground as anywhere on earth. But the finish is rather sweet and jammy, and the wine, good as it is, seems best opened now and for the next six years.",Beckstoffer To Kalon,135,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Alpha Omega 2008 Beckstoffer To Kalon Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-omega-2008-beckstoffer-to-kalon-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Alpha Omega ,Red,US,"Pure Cabernet Sauvignon, with grapes from both Klipsun (Red Mountain) and Sagemoor (old vine) vineyards. The extra bottle age —four years after the harvest—has done wonders for this wine, and it is beautifully integrated and polished. An aromatic entry promises plums, cassis and blackberries. In the mouth some riper, figgy fruit flavors coalesce around barrel notes of toast and roasted coffee. Drinking well, but cellarworthy for another 6–8 years.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Apex 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-cellars-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Apex ,White,US,"Grapefruit and gooseberry scents and flavors mark this as a New Zealand-style Sauvignon Blanc, and a very good one at that. The acidity carries the fruit, and brings a zesty freshness to the finish. Some suggestions of stone and spice liven it up. All stainless, and 100% varietal.",,11,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex Ascent 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-ascent-2009-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Apex Ascent 14.3,Red,US,"An intense, concentrated Pinot Noir, crisp in acidity and elegantly silky, with flashy flavors of cherries, raspberries, dusty spices and sandalwood. Drink this polished and appealing wine now.",Bien Nacido Vineyard H Block,55,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Drake 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard H Block Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drake-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-h-block-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Drake 14.6,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet to drink now. Dry and classy, it has rich tannins framing deep, delicious chocolate, blackberry tart and pie spice flavors that finish long and sweet. The perfect restaurant Napa Cab.",Tietjen Vineyard,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Elyse 2006 Tietjen Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2006-tietjen-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Elyse 14.8,Red,US,"The vineyard is in the heart of Rutherford, and has been source to many wonderful bottlings over the years. This is certainly a wonderful wine, tannicly dry and elegant in black and red currants, not to mention oak. It will probably develop, but lacks dramatic concentration. Now–2015.",Morisoli Vineyard,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Elyse 2006 Morisoli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2006-morisoli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Elyse 14.5,Red,Australia,"Full-bodied and creamy in texture, this is a big, plummy Shiraz, made complex by hints of mocha and roasted meat. It's long, lush and berry-laden on the finish. Drink now–2015.",The Protagonist,21,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Hesketh 2008 The Protagonist Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hesketh-2008-protagonist-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Hesketh 12.5,Red,France,"A concentrated wine, full of firm tannins as well as delicious red cherry fruits. The wine has weight, richness, structure, definitely for aging, while retaining the open fruit of delicious Gamay.",Les Charmes Cuvée la Louve,20,90,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Gérard Brisson 2009 Les Charmes Cuvée la Louve (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-brisson-2009-charmes-cuvee-louve-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2009,Gérard Brisson ,Red,Italy,"Here is a pure expression of Syrah from sunny Sicily that represents a very successful match between variety and territory. This is a plush, rich and penetrating red wine with loads of mature fruit, white pepper and smoke.",Herea,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Avide 2009 Herea Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avide-2009-herea-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2009,Avide 13.5,White,Spain,"Gold in color, then oaky and resiny, with a strong barrel element, honey and baked fruit on the nose. Full, sticky and catchy in the mouth, with resin, toast and baked apple and peach flavors. A unique style of mature, barrel-aged Viura. Not for everyone.",Capellanía Reserva,27,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Murrieta 2006 Capellanía Reserva White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-murrieta-2006-capellania-reserva-white-rioja/,White Blend,2006,Marqués de Murrieta 15,Red,US,"Soft and appealing, this Pinot offers lush, elaborate flavors of raspberry and cherry pie filling, mocha and sandalwood flavors, finished with sweet, dusty Indian spices. It's made for drinking now.",Thornton Vineyard,45,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,De Loach 2008 Thornton Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2008-thornton-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,De Loach 13.5,White,Chile,"Melon, grass, tarragon and other patented SB aromas open the show. The palate is crisp and well cut, with flavors of white citrus, nectarine and lime. Light on the finish, with mild but lasting green notes.",Single Vineyard,18,87,Maule Valley,,,Oveja Negra 2010 Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oveja-negra-2010-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Oveja Negra 13,Rose,Italy,"Massaro Rosa (made with Negroamaro grapes) is a bright pink rosé with a generous bouquet of rose, cranberry, raspberry, citrus and pink grapefruit. There's great structure and persistency here and a pairing with baked clams or crab cakes would work perfectly. Very nice.",Massaro Rosa,16,87,Southern Italy,Salento,,L'Astore Masseria 2010 Massaro Rosa Rosé (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lastore-masseria-2010-massaro-rosa-rose-salento/,Rosé,2010,L'Astore Masseria ,Red,US,"This wine is 100% Merlot though not labeled as such. Ripe strawberry fruit with hints of spice and pepper. There is some detectable heat in the finish. Pleasant, but rather simple.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Hightower 2008 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hightower-2008-pepper-bridge-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Hightower 14.5,Red,Australia,"Cedar and cassis come together nicely in this easy-drinking Cabernet. It's a bit warm, with tannins supple enough for tonight, but manages to linger for a good long time on the finish.",Vision,12,87,New South Wales,Riverina,,Nugan Family Estates 2009 Vision Cabernet Sauvignon (Riverina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nugan-family-estates-2009-vision-cabernet-sauvignon-riverina/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Nugan Family Estates 14.8,Red,US,"With briary tannins and juicy flavors of sweet, freshly picked wild berries and cherries, this Cabernet offers plenty of early pleasure. The spiciness defines Dry Creek Valley. Ready now, with a nice grilled steak.",,32,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,VC Cellars 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vc-cellars-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,VC Cellars 12.5,White,US,"Summer elegance in a glass, Glenora's Signature White is another great quaffer for those long summer days. Pretty on the nose with bouquets of white florals and a hint of lanolin, this dry, medium-bodied wine bursts with fresh grapefruit and pommelo flavors. Gentle acidity and minerality make this a refreshing sip that ends with a kick of grapefruit pith bitterness.",Signature White,18,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2009 Signature White White (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2009-signature-white-finger-lakes/,White Blend,2009,Glenora 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Very pale onion skin-colored rosé. It has a rich character with its flavors of sweet strawberries and pink grapefruit. The aftertaste is light, soft, on the sweet side for a Brut.",Brut Rosé,60,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery NV Brut Rosé (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-nv-brut-rose-champagne-128168/,Champagne Blend,,Pommery 12.5,White,France,"A touch of petrol shows the maturity of this wine. It's combined with almonds, pear juice and light acidity. From biodynamically grown fruit, this is rich and ready to drink.",,18,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Albert Mann 2004 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-albert-mann-2004-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2004,Domaine Albert Mann 13.5,Rose,Italy,"Presented in clean and modern packaging, this bright rosé from the Nardò area of Puglia in Southern Italy offers bright aromas of cranberry, pink rose, peach blossom and drying brimstone. Made with the native Negroamaro grape, there's a playful touch of sweetness on the close.",Masserei,,87,Southern Italy,Nardò,,Schola Sarmenti di Terrulenta 2010 Masserei Rosé (Nardò),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schola-sarmenti-terrulenta-2010-masserei-rose-nardo/,Rosé,2010,Schola Sarmenti di Terrulenta 13.5,White,Italy,Candòra is that fresh and tangy style of Chardonnay that pairs so well with shellfish or Atlantic fish. Because this interpretation hails from a hot climate (the deep south of Italy) you get that extra creaminess and density you need to make the wine and food pairing a success.,Candòra,,87,Southern Italy,Salento,,Schola Sarmenti di Terrulenta 2009 Candòra Chardonnay (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schola-sarmenti-terrulenta-2009-candora-chardonnay-salento/,Chardonnay,2009,Schola Sarmenti di Terrulenta 14.8,Red,US,"Lodi is beginning to feel like the ultimate playground for California winemakers looking to experiment with offbeat varieties and this Ursa Tannat is no exception. A variety found in wines from the Basque region as well as South America, this Tannat is grown in the Silvaspoons Vineyard in Alta Mesa. The resulting wine has dusty, leathery tannins and superripe cherry and plum flavors.",Silvaspoons Vineyard,18,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Ursa 2006 Silvaspoons Vineyard Tannat (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ursa-2006-silvaspoons-vineyard-other-red-tannat-central-valley-lodi/,Tannat,2006,Ursa 14.5,Red,US,"Pretty good price for a wine this good. It shows the modern style of softly appealing, slightly sweet fruit, with blackberry and cherry flavors, accented by smoky oak. Drink now.",Estate,25,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Rodney Strong 13.2,Red,Australia,"Nutty and spicy, with plenty of toasty, buttery elements, this is a medium- to full-bodied Chardonnay with a lush midpalate and a reasonably long finish of citrus and wood spice. Drink now.",Craigmoor AC1 Vineyard,30,87,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Robert Oatley 2009 Craigmoor AC1 Vineyard Chardonnay (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-oatley-2009-craigmoor-ac1-vineyard-chardonnay-mudgee/,Chardonnay,2009,Robert Oatley ,Red,US,"This five-grape Bordeaux blend offers sharp-edged fruit flavors of berry and cassis. Acids are firm, and the tannins have a biting, slightly green, slightly bitter edge. Perhaps more time is the key.",Aviator Red,28,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2008 Aviator Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2008-aviator-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Airfield Estates 14,White,Spain,"Perfectly good for a 70,000-case product. It's bright on the nose, with fruity aromas of orange and tangerine. The palate is properly acidic, with lemon and more mild citrus flavors. Solid on the finish; makes the grade for $10.",,10,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Emina 2010 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emina-2010-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Emina 12.5,White,Spain,"Opens with generic white-fruit aromas that are fresh and flowery but not specific. The palate is round, a bit spritzy in feel, and minerally, with lime and melon flavors. A basic white wine but for $10 that's the ticket.",Blanco,10,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Circulo 2010 Blanco White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-circulo-2010-blanco-white-rioja/,White Blend,2010,El Circulo 12.5,White,Spain,"Yellow in color, with a peachy, baked set of aromas. The palate hits with a blast of acidity but not much else, while the flavors are brash and lean toward green apple and green plum. Rounder and softer on the finish, but also short.",Blanc Selecció,15,86,Catalonia,Penedès,,Huguet de Can Feixes 2009 Blanc Selecció White (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huguet-can-feixes-2009-blanc-seleccio-white-penedes/,White Blend,2009,Huguet de Can Feixes 13.5,Red,Spain,"Spunky raspberry aromas give this Tempranillo-led blend a fresh bouquet. The palate is snappy, a little high in acidity, and plenty zippy, with plum and cherry flavors. Finishes with length and some scour. Nice for everyday drinking; best with basic foods.",Roble,10,86,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Coto de Hayas 2009 Roble Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-2009-roble-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-campo-borja/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Coto de Hayas 14,White,Canada,"Pleasantly savory on the nose with fresh apple scents draped in smoke and lightly toasted wood, this Ontario Viognier would be a perfect companion for grilled fish or fowl on a warm summer evening. Dry and medium bodied with a nicely integrated palate of fresh pineapple and apple flavors, it's an elegant wine flecked with smoke and a brisk, lemony acidity. Drink now.",St. David's Bench Vineyard,23,86,Ontario,St. David's Bench,,Château des Charmes 2007 St. David's Bench Vineyard Viognier (St. David's Bench),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-charmes-2007-st-davids-bench-vineyard-viognier-st-davids-bench/,Viognier,2007,Château des Charmes 13,White,France,"A kitchen sink blend of six different grape varieties, this is a clean and fruit-forward white with prominent notes of ripe tropical fruit and sweet clementine citrus. Light and easy-drinking, pair with grilled fish or chicken.",ClaudeVal Blanc,,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Paul Mas 2010 ClaudeVal Blanc White (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-paul-mas-2010-claudeval-blanc-white-pays-doc/,White Blend,2010,Domaines Paul Mas 13.5,White,France,Fresh and vibrant with strong pineapple acidity flavors cutting through the ripe stone fruit core. Lush and melony in the mouth with a clean finish.,dA Reserve,15,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Astruc 2010 dA Reserve Chardonnay (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-astruc-2010-da-reserve-chardonnay-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2010,Domaines Astruc 13.5,Red,Chile,"Solid up front, with spicy notes and good red fruit aromas. The palate has snap and edgy acidity, but it's not too sharp or sour. Flavors of olive, spice and generic berry flavors lead to a dry, peppery, juicy finish. Totally regular, but good regular.",,10,86,Central Valley,,,Cono Sur 2009 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2009-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2009,Cono Sur 13,White,Italy,"This luminous blend of Insolia and Viognier offers a very pretty and feminine juxtaposition of fragrant floral aromas (from the Viognier) against tones of citrus, peach and kiwi from the Insolia. There's a touch of sweetness on the close.",Ficiligno,14,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2010 Ficiligno White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2010-ficiligno-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2010,Baglio di Pianetto 13,White,Italy,"Here's a rich, sun-drenched expression of Insolia (from the Vittoria area of southern Sicily) that opens with ripe fruit aromas of melon and stone fruit followed by slightly more heft and consistency than you'd expect from this native grape.",Riflessi di Sole,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Avide 2008 Riflessi di Sole Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avide-2008-riflessi-sole-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2008,Avide 13.5,White,US,"For the price, this is a very nice everyday white wine. It's clean and crisp in zesty acidity, with fruity flavors of pineapples, tangerines, apricots and limes.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Cable Car NV White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cable-car-nv-white-other/,White Blend,,Cable Car 13.9,Red,US,"A little light, with a quick, clean finish, but for the price, you get one of the best ten buck Pinots out there. It's dry and crisp in acidity, and shows the variety's stylish cherry and cola flavors. A great house pour, with production of 1,750 cases.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Cable Car 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cable-car-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cable Car 12.5,White,US,"Lemon-lime and soft white floral scents mark this crisp, vibrant New York white blend from Bouké. Dry and light bodied with a palate that bursts with juicy white grapefruits and a lemony acidity, it's a refreshing sipper for the hottest days of summer.",,19,86,New York,New York Other,New York,Bouké 2009 White (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouke-2009-white-other/,White Blend,2009,Bouké 14,Red,Chile,"Tomato leaf, red bell pepper and dry spice aromas overrun the fruit, and in the mouth it's rather tart and acidic for the grape type. Flavors of cherry tomato, red plum and green herbs are good but sharp, while the finish features oak in the form of vanilla. More fresh and tart than most Carmenères.",La Porfia Grand Reserve,20,86,Curicó Valley,,,Botalcura 2007 La Porfia Grand Reserve Carmenère (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botalcura-2007-porfia-grand-reserve-carmenere-curico-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Botalcura 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Strawberry and raspberry aromas are muddled by a burnt stalky character. In the mouth, it has good weight and flavors of fresh herbs, mint and slightly burnt, sulfuric cherry and raspberry. Shows a candied raspberry finish along with notes of herbs.",Brut Rosado,15,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Castillo de Perelada NV Brut Rosado Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-de-perelada-nv-brut-rosado-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Castillo de Perelada 12,White,Austria,"This ultrafresh wine is in a very different style from Grüners of the Danube regions. It goes for the apple juice and lime flavors in a zingy texture, and needs to settle for a few more months. Glass stopper.",,13,87,Burgenland,,,Zantho 2010 Grüner Veltliner (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zantho-2010-gruner-veltliner-burgenland/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Zantho 14.6,Red,US,"A very good wine, rich and dry, filled with cherry and oak flavors, housed in refined tannins. Still, it lacks a certain depth. Would benefit from blending with a weightier Bordeaux variety, like Cabernet Sauvignon, to add dimension.",Cheval,42,87,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Yates Family Vineyard 2008 Cheval Cabernet Franc (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yates-family-vineyard-2008-cheval-cabernet-franc-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Yates Family Vineyard 13.5,White,Spain,"Punch bowl aromas of pineapple, passion fruit and citrus are more tropical and inviting than you're average Macabeo. The palate is lush and fresh, with sweet green fruit flavors and then a wash of cutting acidity. Simple and fruity bargain white wine.",Old Vines,10,87,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Yasa 2010 Old Vines Macabeo (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yasa-2010-old-vines-spanish-white-macabeo-calatayud/,Macabeo,2010,Yasa 14.5,Red,US,"This is a good wine, textbook Carneros in its dryness, crisp acidity, silky texture and cherry, herb and spice flavors. It's not especially rich, but an elegant Pinot Noir for drinking now.",,25,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Wine Spots 2009 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-spots-2009-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Wine Spots 14.5,Red,US,"An easy to like Syrah, soft and gentle, with raspberry, cherry, spice, tobacco, herb and smoke flavors. Defines the warm-climate, lighter style of Paso Robles Syrah.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2008 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Robert Hall 14.5,Red,US,"This is one of those wines that tastes sweet and dry at the same time. It's rich in sour cherry, raspberry and blackberry candy fruit, yet the finish is thoroughly dry. An elegant, polished wine to drink now.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Robert Hall 13,White,Spain,"Pineapple and citrus cover the fruity side of the bouquet while oak and resin aromas confirm that it's a barrel-fermented wine. The palate has a good mouthfeel and solid acidity, but the flavors of apple and citrus are woody and resiny. A small-production wine that requires an affinity for woodiness to fully appreciate.",En Barrica,24,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Protos 2009 En Barrica Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2009-en-barrica-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Protos 13,White,Italy,"Statti's Mantonico offers pretty floral aromas of honeysuckle and peach blossom and proves that fresh, food-friendly white wines do hail from Calabria (the toe of the boot of Italy). This native variety also offers the natural structure and heft to pair with chicken or spicy crab cakes.",Mantonico,34,87,Southern Italy,Calabria,,Statti 2009 Mantonico Mantonico (Calabria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/statti-2009-mantonico-italian-white-mantonico-calabria/,Mantonico,2009,Statti 13,White,US,"Delicious scents of nuts, toast and honey-kissed apples, pears and lemon waft from this lovely Chardonnay from Sherwood House. Dry and full bodied, it balances an intensely fruity palate with an elegant minerality and some brisk pineapple acidity.",Estate Grown,25,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sherwood House Vineyards 2008 Estate Grown Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-house-2008-estate-grown-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2008,Sherwood House Vineyards 12.5,White,Spain,"A perennial Best Buy Rioja white that never deviates from the formula, which includes crisp aromas, fresh white fruit flavors and just enough sweetness so it doesn't come across tart. With proper acidity and weight, it hits the spot.",,9,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2010 Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2010-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2010,Marqués de Cáceres 13.5,Red,Spain,"Floral and alert, and overall the bouquet is promising. This is quintessential by-the-glass Bierzo; it's creamy, full and solid, with nice black cherry, raspberry and plum flavors. Nothing spectacular but quite good in a no-nonsense way.",La Muria,16,87,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Pago de Valdetruchas 2009 La Muria Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-valdetruchas-2009-muria-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2009,Pago de Valdetruchas 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a smoky, gritty expression of Aglianico with firm tannins, black fruit aromas and drying mineral accents. Pair this wine with aged pecorino or pungent Roquefort cheese.",Gricos,,87,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Lucania 2008 Gricos (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucania-2008-gricos-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2008,Lucania 14.9,Red,US,"A structured proprietary red blend from Temecula Valley. The tannins remain a tad chewy, leathery even, though the wine's got some hints of fig, cherry and cinnamon that keep it interesting.","Synergy 65, Estate Grown",33,87,California,South Coast,Temecula Valley,"Monte De Oro 2006 Synergy 65, Estate Grown Red (Temecula Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-oro-2006-synergy-65-estate-grown-red-south-coast-temecula-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Monte De Oro 13,Rose,Spain,"The bouquet is fresh and offers clean red fruit aromas and not too much candy. The palate is lifted and healthy, with fresh red apple, plum and red licorice flavors. Solid on the finish; makes it through the vetting process with flying colors.",Rosado,10,87,Northern Spain,Arlanza,,Monte Amán 2010 Rosado Rosé (Arlanza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-aman-2010-rosado-rose-arlanza/,Rosé,2010,Monte Amán 14.4,Red,US,"A solid if uninspired Merlot, dry, tannic and balanced. Shows an earthy, dried herb edge to the berry-cherry and red currant fruit. Drink now.",Stagecoach Vineyard,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Miner 2007 Stagecoach Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2007-stagecoach-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Miner 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark and medicinal smelling, with brandied blackberry and hard cheese aromas. The palate features big fruit resting on a beam of acidity, which yields semisharp black plum and granular berry flavors. Finishes with some clamp and chop.",Baltos,15,87,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Dominio de Tares 2008 Baltos Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-tares-2008-baltos-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2008,Dominio de Tares 14.5,Red,Chile,"It's surprising how outright herbal and leafy this wine is, which isn't to say it's bad. But it does seem greener than in the past, with olive and green tobacco on the nose and then leafy, herbal, light fruit flavors controlling the palate. Otherwise, it's oaky and a little tannic, with good structure.",Founder's Selection,40,87,Maipo Valley,,,Echeverria 2007 Founder's Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2007-founders-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Echeverria 12.5,Rose,US,"So sweet on the nose with ripe honeydew and strawberries scents, it's surprising how elegant and dry this is on the palate. Full bodied in style with irresistible raspberry, black plum and cherry flavors, this Cab- and Merlot-based rosé is a refreshing treat to enjoy all summer long.",,16,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2008 Rosé (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2008-rose-long-island-north-fork/,Rosé,2008,Comtesse Thérèse ,Red,US,"The nose hints at ripe scents of prune and brown sugar, along with olive, eucalyptus and lemon oil. Winemaker Luke Bradford cofermented the Cab with a small amount of Sauvignon Blanc to up the acid naturally, and it works pretty well. A French-style wine, this does not shy away from flavors of earth and stem.",McKinley Springs Vineyard,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Cor Cellars 2007 McKinley Springs Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cor-cellars-2007-mckinley-springs-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cor Cellars 15.3,Red,US,"Very ripe and forward in cherry pie and nougat flavors. A little heavy, with high alcohol, but certainly a tasty wine. Drink now.",Reserve,48,87,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Derby 2007 Reserve Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/derby-2007-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Derby 14.5,Red,US,"Oak dominates this Pinot, with sweet, caramelized aromas and flavors. Underneath are spicy flavors of raspberry and cherry jam. This crisp young wine is made for drinking now.",Pennacchio Vineyard,45,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2008 Pennacchio Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2008-pennacchio-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,De Loach 14.1,Red,US,"Rich and appealing in raspberry, cola, cocoa and sweet oak notes, this Pinot is almost sweet. But it finishes dry, in a swirl of dusty spices. Drink now.",,40,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Davis Family 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-family-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Davis Family 14.9,White,US,"A good, rich Chardonnay, showing fine acidity and plenty of ripe pineapple, Asian pear, lime and green apple flavors, with a rich coating of sweet, caramelized oak.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Davis Bynum 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"A little stalky on the nose, with basic red fruit aromas. The palate is crisp and snappy, with citrus and plum flavors and pretty nice depth. Fades out with zesty orange and raspberry, leaving some tang on the tongue.",Cuvée Rosado Brut,19,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Castillo de Perelada 2007 Cuvée Rosado Brut Trepat (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-de-perelada-2007-cuvee-rosado-brut-spanish-red-trepat-cava/,Trepat,2007,Castillo de Perelada 13,White,Spain,"Crisp and neutral in style, from nose to tail. The bouquet is firm and condensed, with nothing too floral or blowsy to latch onto. In the mouth, it's tight as a drum, with limited green apple flavors and a drip of honey. Well dressed but nothing fancy or overly flavorful.",Esencia Diviña,23,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Adegas Gran Vinum 2010 Esencia Diviña Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adegas-gran-vinum-2010-esencia-divina-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Adegas Gran Vinum 14,White,US,"With a little oak to provide a touch of vanilla cream, this is a pleasant Sauvignon for drinking with a wide variety of foods. It's dryish to just slightly off dry, with rich pineapple, orange, lime and pink grapefruit flavors, brightened with crisp acidity.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bump Wine Cellars 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bump-wine-cellars-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Bump Wine Cellars 15.9,Red,US,"The dryness and earthiness of this wine are especially attractive. It shows tobacco, wild cherry, red currant, pepper and sandalwood flavors that are rich and complex. The alcohol is nearly 16%, but the wine wears it well.",HB Family Vineyard,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Bump Wine Cellars 2007 HB Family Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bump-wine-cellars-2007-hb-family-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Bump Wine Cellars 13,White,Italy,"A Sicilian blend of Chardonnay, Insolia, Catarratto and Grillo, this beautifully luminous white wine opens with bright aromas of white flower, honeysuckle and exotic fruit. It has a lean, compact mouthfeel that would pair with salty or fried appetizers.",C'D'C',,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2010 C'D'C' White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2010-cdc-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2010,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello ,White,US,"This brand is undergoing a significant transformation, including a name change (Ascent is new) and a deft touch in the cellar. This pleasing effort has a spicy nose, a soft heart and a lightly toasty finish. Banana and peach, cream and vanilla notes thread through the finish.",,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex Ascent 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-ascent-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Apex Ascent 13.8,White,US,"It's all about acidity in this clean, racy Viognier. Really gets those tastebuds whistling, with zesty pineapple, lemon, vanilla and spice flavors. Made without oak, it's a fine cocktail wine to drink with tapas-like appetizers.",Phi,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Ampelos 2010 Phi Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2010-phi-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2010,Ampelos 13,White,Italy,"Poggio al Bosco represents a new school in Italian winemaking, that of the ageworthy white wine from the deep south of the nation. From the 2008 vintage, this wine opens with aromas of apricot, candied fruit, almond and butterscotch.",Poggio al Bosco,20,87,Southern Italy,Gravina,,Botromagno 2008 Poggio al Bosco White (Gravina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botromagno-2008-poggio-al-bosco-white-gravina/,White Blend,2008,Botromagno 13.8,Red,US,"Marked by firm tannins and a deep, brooding character, this dry red wine has juicy, intense flavors of blackberries and black pepper. It's a rustic wine, but in the best sense of an honest country sipper.",Black Label,18,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Greater Purpose NV Black Label Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greater-purpose-nv-black-label-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,,Greater Purpose 13.5,Red,Australia,"This isn't a prototypically silky or delicate Pinot Noir; instead, it offers a slightly chunky take on the grape, with notes of chocolate and plum and just a hint of tea. It's a satisfying, medium-bodied red with supple tannins.",3 Trees,15,87,South Australia,South Australia,,3 Trees 2009 3 Trees Pinot Noir (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3-trees-2009-pinot-noir-south/,Pinot Noir,2009,3 Trees 12.5,White,US,"Elegance in a nutshell, the Wölffer Classic White smells subtly of honeyed lemons and pears, touched with a hint of lanolin. Dry and full bodied with a mouth-quenching grapefruit palate, it's accented by minerality and brisk lemon-lime acidity. The finish is quite long and ends on a pleasantly bitter lime pith note.",Classic White,16,87,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Wölffer 2009 Classic White White (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2009-classic-white-long-island/,White Blend,2009,Wölffer 14.4,White,US,"Impresses for the sheer volume of ripe fruit, with powerful pineapple, lime, lemon, peach, vanilla and honeysuckle flavors. The mouthfeel is creamy, and there's just enough acidity for balance.",,32,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Black Ridge 2009 Viognier (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-ridge-2009-viognier-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Viognier,2009,Black Ridge 12,White,Italy,"Bianco di Caselle is a magnificent wine made with high-altitude Carricante grapes harvested near the top of the cone of Mount Etna. The wine is fresh, tonic, clean and crisp with aromas of cut grass, kiwi and drying brimstone.",Bianco di Caselle,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Etna,,Benanti 2010 Bianco di Caselle (Etna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benanti-2010-bianco-caselle-italian-white-carricante-etna/,Carricante,2010,Benanti 14.2,Red,US,"Here's a pretty Merlot for drinking now with fancy foods. It's soft and creamy and rich, with cherry and raspberry pie filling flavors. Easy to find, with 31,500 cases produced.",,23,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Markham 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Light, floating style, classic Pommery. It foams easily and crisply around the mouth, brightened by lime acidity, while keeping a feeling of softness. A great apéritif style.",Brut Royal,45,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery NV Brut Royal (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-nv-brut-royal-champagne-128170/,Champagne Blend,,Pommery 11.5,Dessert,Canada,"Tempting on the nose with scents of strawberry jam, honey and spice, Pillitteri's Cab icewine boasts rich, sumptuous strawberry flavors with a hint of bitter plum skin notes and a bright, sunny acidity for balance. There's a some lingering sugary sweetness on the finish, but overall, still quite nice.",Icewine,70,87,Ontario,Niagara-On-The-Lake,,Pillitteri 2007 Icewine Cabernet Sauvignon (Niagara-On-The-Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pillitteri-2007-icewine-cabernet-sauvignon-niagara-lake/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Pillitteri 14,Red,Australia,"Bright and vibrant, this blend of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon and 44% Merlot is really direct and fruity, overflowing with black cherries and vanilla. It's medium bodied, turning slightly dusty on the finish. A lovely wine in many ways, but where's the complexity?",Ribbon Vale Vineyard,44,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Moss Wood 2008 Ribbon Vale Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moss-wood-2008-ribbon-vale-vineyard-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2008,Moss Wood 14.2,White,US,"Here's a big, rich, ripe and oaky Chardonnay that will appeal to fans of sheer power. It's potent in pineapple jam and vanilla caramel flavors, with bright acidity. Impressive, but could use greater subtlety and complexity.",Double L Vineyard,36,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2009 Double L Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2009-double-l-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,Morgan 13,Red,Spain,"Rubbery, jammy and dark on the nose, then juicy, fresh and linear in the mouth. This is a racy wine courtesy of high-acid Graciano; it's punchy and offers bright red berry, plum, dill and vanilla flavors. Finishes with some fresh tang and black cherry tea notes.",Graciano & Garnacha,18,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Ochoa 2007 Graciano & Garnacha Garnacha-Graciano (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochoa-2007-graciano-and-garnacha-red-blend-garnacha-graciano-navarra/,Garnacha-Graciano,2007,Ochoa 13,White,Spain,"A smooth, friendly style of Verdejo with green fruit aromas and flavors highlighted by apple and melon. Toss in some lime, peach, minerality, nice acidity and a smooth finish and the wine is about as good as can be for the price.",,12,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Balnea 2010 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balnea-2010-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Balnea 13.5,Red,Italy,"Clean, polished and fresh, this bright Nero d'Avola offers very nice balance between its fruity elements and drying mineral tones. There's a touch of chewy sweetness on the wine's easygoing finish.",,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2009 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2009-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2009,Baglio di Pianetto 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Apple, sweetness, gardenia and yeast make for a correct and pleasant bouquet. The palate is smooth and full, with crisp green apple and orange flavors leading to a citrusy, lively finish. Good and well made for a standard Cava.",Aliguer Brut Vintage,14,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Agustí Torelló 2008 Aliguer Brut Vintage Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agusti-torello-2008-aliguer-brut-vintage-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Agustí Torelló 14.5,Rose,US,"A good rosé, one of the better ones. Dry and crisply acidic, with a nice minerally tang to the raspberries and toast, and a clean, spicy finish. Ham, in whatever form, is a natural partner.",Rosé of,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacPhail 2010 Rosé of Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macphail-2010-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2010,MacPhail 13.5,Red,Italy,Gricos is a less formal expression of Aglianico with evident berry notes followed by mature blackberry and spice. The wine close with tight tannins and a bright spot of acidity that would work next to pasta with meat sauce and grated cheese.,Gricos,,87,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Lucania 2007 Gricos (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucania-2007-gricos-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2007,Lucania 13,White,Italy,"Krita, a luminous blend of Malvasia Bianca and Chardonnay, is a fresh and fragrant wine that offers layers of white flower, almond blossom and citrus. It tastes crisp and compact and makes a far more interesting food-friendly alternative than your standard Pinot Grigio.",Krita,16,87,Southern Italy,Salento,,L'Astore Masseria 2009 Krita White (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lastore-masseria-2009-krita-white-salento/,White Blend,2009,L'Astore Masseria 15.4,Red,US,"A good Pinot, ripe and fruity and dry. It shows real elegance in the silky texture and crisp acids, as well as rich flavors of raspberries, cherries, cocoa and spices. Drink it now for maximum enjoyment.",Estate Grown,28,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rued 2008 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rued-2008-estate-grown-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Rued 12.5,White,Italy,"Part of a new and exciting wave of fresh, crisp and tonic white wines from Puglia in southern Italy, this luminous Sauvignon Blanc would make a perfect companion to appetizers or fried seafood. The warm Italian climate comes through only slightly in the wine's thicker mouthfeel.",Terre al Monte,13,87,Southern Italy,Castel del Monte,,Rivera 2009 Terre al Monte Sauvignon (Castel del Monte),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivera-2009-terre-al-monte-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-castel-monte/,Sauvignon,2009,Rivera 14.1,White,US,"With no oak added, this wine offers only itself. It's ripe and fruity in pineapples, limes and tangerines, with crisp Edna Valley acidity. Likeable for its clean, brisk profile.",No Oak Estate Edna Ranch,19,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2009 No Oak Estate Edna Ranch Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2009-no-oak-estate-edna-ranch-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Tolosa 13.8,Red,US,"A lovely Pinot Noir, showing the rich fruit and crisp acidity reflecting the estate vineyard in cool Edna Valley. The wine is dry and clean, with berry, cola, spice and sandalwood flavors. Drink now.",Estate Edna Ranch,28,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2008 Estate Edna Ranch Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2008-estate-edna-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Tolosa 14.8,White,US,"A clean, crisp Chardonnay, rich in pineapple, green apple, peach and mineral flavors. Shows some real elegance, with its acidity and dry, Chablis-style finish.",,15,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Shipwreck 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shipwreck-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Shipwreck 14.2,White,US,"Ripe, rich and oaky, made in the California style you either like or don't. It's an opulent wine brimming with pineapple jam, buttered toast and vanilla flavors, balanced with crisp acidity.",,25,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sebastiani 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Sebastiani 14.5,Red,US,"Rich, thick, heavy and sweet in oak, this Cabernet is made to appeal to fans of this ripe style. It's a fancy, plush wine, but too obvious, lacking subtlety and complexity. Drink now.",Bambino,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chiarello Family Vineyards 2008 Bambino Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiarello-family-2008-bambino-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Chiarello Family Vineyards ,White,US,"The clear glass bottle not only makes it impossible to read the embossed ‘label'—it is also dangerous to the wine, exposing it to light with no protection whatsoever. Fruity and off-dry, it brings scents of peaches, with a hint of something sweaty, and tastes like hard candy lemon, citrus and apricot.",Bacchus Vineyard Dewpoint,17,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Convergence Zone 2010 Bacchus Vineyard Dewpoint Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/convergence-zone-2010-bacchus-vineyard-dewpoint-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Convergence Zone 12.5,Red,Italy,"Based on its small berry aromas, you'd swear this was a hot climate Pinot Noir. Instead, Amanzio is made with Magliocco Canino grapes (a native variety of Calabria in southern Italy that has gained loads of attention in recent years) and would pair with white meat or hearty fish soup.",Amanzio,,87,Southern Italy,Calabria,,Colacino 2009 Amanzio Magliocco (Calabria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colacino-2009-amanzio-italian-red-magliocco-calabria/,Magliocco,2009,Colacino 14.3,Red,US,"Fenestra's intriguing take on Graciano, a Spanish variety most common to Rioja, this light-bodied version sourced from Lodi is soft, ripe and aromatic, with ripe black cherry, cranberry, sweet spice and even a touch of violet filling the glass. Worth a try to see how California Graciano can taste.",,24,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fenestra 2008 Graciano (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-2008-spanish-red-graciano-central-valley-lodi/,Graciano,2008,Fenestra 14.5,Red,US,"Castle Rock puts out a good product in this price range. The Columbia Valley Syrah captures some of the particularity of this state's take on the grape. The fruit is bright and a mix of berry flavors; the acids push it forward. There is a sweet core, supple tannins, no bitterness or any herbal edge. Simple, candied and quite tasty.",,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Castle Rock 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Castle Rock 14.2,White,US,"A lovely Sauvignon Blanc to drink as a cocktail sipper or almost anything from Vietnamese fare through chicken dishes to salsa verde. It's dry and zesty in acidity, with powerful pineapple, lemon and lime flavors.",Top Chef Selection,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Quickfire 2009 Top Chef Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quickfire-2009-top-chef-selection-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Quickfire 13.8,White,US,"A nice white wine, crisp and minerally, with lots of rich fruit. Feels elegant, like you're sipping something well made. The pineapple, green apple, honey and vanilla flavors finish just a little sweet.",Top Chef Selection,22,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Quickfire 2009 Top Chef Selection Pinot Gris (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quickfire-2009-top-chef-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Quickfire 13,White,Spain,"Hard to complain about a fresh, basic white wine like this. It's juicy and pleasant, with melon, citrus and nice acidity. The finish is fresh and lasting, and overall it's pure and fairly full-bodied for basic Verdejo-Viura.",Fuente Milano,10,87,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Pedro Escudero 2010 Fuente Milano Verdejo-Viura (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedro-escudero-2010-fuente-milano-white-blend-verdejo-viura-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Verdejo-Viura,2010,Pedro Escudero ,White,US,"Floral and fruity, noticeably spritzy, and off-dry, this well-made Gewürztraminer is designed for spicy Asian cuisine. There's a wide swatch of fresh lime running right through the core; and the floral notes never turn soapy. Pad Thai anyone?",,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 2009 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-2009-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Columbia Winery ,White,US,"Now part of the Ascentia portfolio, Columbia seems to be righting itself. This fresh and creamy Chardonnay will do nicely with a wide variety of pastas and poultry dishes. The fruit is a lacy mix of stone fruits and light tropical; with a streak of vanilla running through the finish.",,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 2008 Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2008,Columbia Winery 13,Red,Italy,"Made with a blend of indigenous grapes from the Savuto area of Calabria in southern Italy, this hearty red wine offers aromas of black fruit, raspberry and plum. There's a hint of moist tobacco or exotic spice on the sweet, succulent close.",Vigna Colle Barabba,,87,Southern Italy,Savuto,,Colacino 2009 Vigna Colle Barabba Red (Savuto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colacino-2009-vigna-colle-barabba-red-savuto/,Red Blend,2009,Colacino 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's a beautifully fragrant Malvasia Bianca that really does a great job of transmitting the freshness and natural bouquet of this versatile grape variety. Most of the action is on the nose, however, and the wine offers balanced crispness and a compact style that would work with appetizers and seafood.",,,87,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Rasciatano 2009 Malvasia Bianca (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rasciatano-2009-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-puglia/,Malvasia Bianca,2009,Rasciatano 13,Red,Spain,"This colorfully packaged wine screams “concept export,” but what's in the bottle holds up to scrutiny. There's above-average cherry/berry aromas and then a full palate with popping acidity pushing lightly herbal plum and berry flavors. A well-made Garnacha from 20-year-old vineyards.",BT Bodega Tintoralba,9,87,Central Spain,Almansa,,Santa Quiteria 2009 BT Bodega Tintoralba Garnacha (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-quiteria-2009-bt-bodega-tintoralba-grenache-garnacha-almansa/,Garnacha,2009,Santa Quiteria ,Red,US,"Tertulia's Bordeaux blend is Merlot-dominated in 2007, from excellent vineyard sources, including Pepper Bridge, Phinny Hill and Lonesome Spring Ranch. Sweet/tart fruit flavors run from cranberry through raspberry and into pie cherry, tangy and tasty. Turns a little tough and tannic at the finish.",Sobra Red,24,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tertulia 2007 Sobra Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tertulia-2007-sobra-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Tertulia 13.5,Red,Italy,"Pacus is a sharply defined red wine from Basilicata (the arch of the boot of Italy) with bright aromas of black fruit, plum and currant. There's a drying mineral tone of brimstone or slate roof and an earthy touch of wild mushroom as well.",Pacus,,87,Southern Italy,Basilicata,,Terra dei Re 2007 Pacus Red (Basilicata),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-re-2007-pacus-red-basilicata/,Red Blend,2007,Terra dei Re 13.7,Red,US,"With a translucent garnet color and a silky texture, this Pinot shows likeable cherry, rhubarb pie and pomegranate flavors. It's dry and brisk in acidity. A polished young wine for drinking now.",,38,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Mi Sueño 2008 Pinot Noir (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Mi Sueño 14.5,Red,US,"An easy-drinking blend of Grenache, Syrah, Counoise and Mourvèdre. It's soft and gentle, with pretty cherry, mocha and spice flavors. Ready now.",Cotes de Tablas,25,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2008 Cotes de Tablas Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2008-cotes-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Tablas Creek 14,Red,Italy,"This is a smooth and supple expression of Syrah from Sicily with soft tannins, good structure and a whole lot of juicy berry flavors. You'll also detect a hint of tobacco or smoked ham on the close.",,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cantine Rallo 2009 Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-rallo-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2009,Cantine Rallo 13,White,France,"Soft toast, almond skin, wood-grilled peaches and honeydew aromas carry through to the rich mouth. Creamy and full with balanced acidity and a cedary finish. A blend of 85% Roussanne, 10% Grenache Blanc and 5% Viognier.",Alliance Blanc,24,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château Malavieille 2009 Alliance Blanc White (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malavieille-2009-alliance-blanc-white-coteaux/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Château Malavieille 14.5,Red,Chile,"Smoky and foresty on the bouquet, with chunky blackberry aromas, tea and herbs all folded into a likable whole. Full, chewy and round in terms of feel, with herbal flavors of licorice and black fruit. Dry and healthy on the finish.",Reserva,14,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2009-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Viu Manent 13.5,Red,Italy,"This pretty expression of Uva di Troia (a native grape of southern Italy with roots in ancient Greece) opens with lively floral notes of red rose and pressed violets. In the mouth, the wine is soft and round with a flat, easy feel.",,28,87,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Villa Schinosa 2007 Uva di Troia (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-schinosa-2007-italian-red-uva-troia-puglia/,Uva di Troia,2007,Villa Schinosa 13,White,Italy,"This special clone of Fiano (called Fiano Minutolo) opens with fragrant tones of honeysuckle, white flower and acacia. It also delivers fruit tones with peach, pear and a touch of almond marzipan. There's a dash of sweetness and softness in the mouth with a crisp acidic twist on the close.",Crè,,87,Southern Italy,Salento,,Vetrère 2010 Crè Fiano (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vetrere-2010-cre-italian-white-fiano-salento/,Fiano,2010,Vetrère 14,Red,Italy,"This fragrant red blend from Basilicata (Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Aglianico) delivers aromas of dried violets and red rose petal backed by blackberry fruit, slate roof tile and tobacco. The wine is simple and fruity in the mouth with a good tannic structure.",Il Lagarino di Dionisio,,87,Southern Italy,Basilicata,,Taverna 2007 Il Lagarino di Dionisio Red (Basilicata),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taverna-2007-il-lagarino-dionisio-red-basilicata/,Red Blend,2007,Taverna ,White,US,"Sharp and slightly bitter upon entry, this young Viognier has varietal flavors of lemon/lime rind, along with unusual accents such as clove. It was whole cluster pressed and barrel fermented, retaining plenty of acidity. Should show best with food.",,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Vortex 2009 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vortex-2009-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2009,Vortex 14.9,Red,US,"Vast fruity richness in this softly appealing wine, with exuberant flavors of blackberry and blueberry pie filling and milk chocolate. It's fundamentally dry, but gives the impression of sweetness, partly from oak and partly from high alcohol. Drink now.",Luna Matta Vineyard,25,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sinor-LaVallee 2008 Luna Matta Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinor-lavallee-2008-luna-matta-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Sinor-LaVallee 14.9,Red,US,"Gets exactly the same score as last year. It's somewhat tough and hot, with richly extracted currant, licorice, beef jerky and pepper flavors, wrapped into firm tannins. now–2014.",Aubaine Vineyard,40,87,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Sinor-LaVallee 2008 Aubaine Vineyard Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinor-lavallee-2008-aubaine-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sinor-LaVallee 14.1,Red,Australia,"Seems heavily extracted, with a dark, nearly impenetrable hue and dense, chocolaty aromas. This is full-bodied, mouth-filling Cabernet, but a hint of raisining creeps in and the finish turns a little tart.",Menzies The Cigar,25,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Yalumba 2008 Menzies The Cigar Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2008-menzies-cigar-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Yalumba 13,White,Australia,"Flavorful, but somewhat chunky and direct, Yabby Lake's 2008 Chardonnay features notes of vanilla, citrus and pear, with only a hint of butter, while the finish of this medium-bodied wine turns crisp and blatantly oaky.",,37,87,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Yabby Lake Vineyard 2008 Chardonnay (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yabby-lake-vineyard-2008-chardonnay-mornington-peninsula/,Chardonnay,2008,Yabby Lake Vineyard 14.3,White,US,"Takes the rich, oaky style of Chardonnay and finesses it right down the middle, with balancing minerality and a blast of acidity. The flavors are of apricots and tangerines.",Reserve,30,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Work 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/work-2008-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Work 12.5,White,Spain,"Fresh, crisp and oceanic in style, with green apple and lime on the nose. This is a juicy, sheer style of white wine from northern Spain that's all about freshness, high acidity, citrus and green notes. It's not complicated but it will go well with seafood and salads.",,20,87,Northern Spain,Bizkaiko Txakolina,,Itsas Mendi 2010 Hondarrabi Zuri (Bizkaiko Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/itsas-mendi-2010-spanish-white-hondarrabi-zuri-bizkaiko-txakolina/,Hondarrabi Zuri,2010,Itsas Mendi 13.5,White,US,"A light colored, lightly treading Sauvignon Blanc from vineyards around California, made by Lake County's Guenoc, cool-fermented in stainless steel and ready to drink now. Refreshing pear and vanilla flavors and lively acidity make it a good choice for summer drinking.",,10,87,California,California Other,California,Guenoc 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2009-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Guenoc 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and melted in the mouth, sweet in oak, and as as sugary as a raspberry tart, this Pinot is delicious. But it lacks structure and complexity. Seems designed to dazzle, rather than offer substance.",Swicegood Vineyard,45,87,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,De Loach 2008 Swicegood Vineyard Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2008-swicegood-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,De Loach 15,White,US,"Rich but over-worked, with a heavy application of oak, giving dominating aromas and flavors of caramel, buttered toast and vanilla. Underneath is a crisp Chardonnay with pineapple, Asian pear and green apple fruit. Drink now.",Ritchie Vineyard,45,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2008 Ritchie Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2008-ritchie-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,De Loach 15,Red,US,"An easy-to-like Zinfandel notable for its soft, velvety texture and upfront flavors. The raspberry jam and cocoa finish is almost sweet. Sausages are an ideal accompaniment.",Forgotten Vines,36,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,De Loach 2008 Forgotten Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2008-forgotten-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,De Loach 14.5,Red,US,"A polished, pretty Pinot Noir, brimming with young, appealing raspberry, cherry and cola fruit, brightened with fine acidity. For drinking now with steaks, seared Ahi tuna, lamb.",,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Davis Bynum 14.5,Red,Chile,"Crusty on the nose, like a grilled burger or charred steak. There are also herbal aromas that don't present themselves as green. The feel is healthy, while flavors of blackberry, herbs, carob and coffee suggest ripeness and oak. Finishes toasty and fairly smooth.",Reserva,13,87,Maule Valley,,,Chilcas 2009 Reserva Syrah (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2009-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maule-valley/,Syrah,2009,Chilcas 15.5,Red,US,"Lots going on in this bone- dry Petite Sirah, with flavors of charred steak, blackberries, blueberries, dark unsweetened chocolate and black pepper. The tannins are dense and astringent. Seems a little too soft for the cellar, so drink this rustic wine now, with rich, saucy barbecue.",Petasera,65,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2007 Petasera Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2007-petasera-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Mounts 12.5,Rose,Italy,"Five Roses is an historic wine that is considered to be Italy's first quality rosé. Made with the native Negroamaro grape, the wine shows the warmth of the southern Italian sunshine thanks to aromas of raspberry and forest berry.",Five Roses,,87,Southern Italy,Salento,,Leone de Castris 2009 Five Roses Rosé (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leone-castris-2009-five-roses-salento/,Rosé,2009,Leone de Castris 14.7,Red,US,"A dry, peppery Rhône-style blend, not to be confused with Joseph Phelps' old wine of the same name. The mouthfeel is rugged but rich, housing cherry, blackberry, currant and bacon flavors.",,45,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Le Mistral 2008 Red (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-mistral-2008-red-central-coast-monterey-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Le Mistral 14.5,White,US,"Made in a dry, acidic style, this Viognier steers clear of the variety's flamboyant personality, offering controlled citrus, mineral, apricot and spice flavors. It's clean and vibrant. Try as an interesting alternative to Sauvignon Blanc.",Volado,24,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Oso Libre 2009 Volado Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oso-libre-2009-volado-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2009,Oso Libre ,Red,US,"An interesting blend from the estate vineyard and sites outside the Walla Walla Valley. The first impression brings a strong, penetrating green bean streak of flavor, but it smoothes into a more promising midpalate. Firm and compact, it shows cassis and a sprinkling of brown sugar. It doesn't yet all knit together, but it is flavorful and complicated.",,32,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Mackey Vineyards 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mackey-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Mackey Vineyards 15,Red,Spain,"Slightly roasted on the nose, with aromas of blackberry and a penetrating grassy note. The palate is authentic for RDD, with clipped, herbal flavors accenting soupy berry and bouillon. Finishes earthy, meaning there are leafy notes and dryness.",Torre Albéniz Reserva,50,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca Torremilanos 2006 Torre Albéniz Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-torremilanos-2006-torre-albeniz-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Finca Torremilanos 14.8,Red,US,"With rich, fine tannins and a grilled meat edge to the blackberry, currant and black pepper flavors, this bone-dry Syrah offers lots of pleasure. If it were more concentrated, the score would soar, but still, it's a pretty elegant wine.",,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Bump Wine Cellars 2007 Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bump-wine-cellars-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2007,Bump Wine Cellars 14.9,Red,US,"Here's a brightly fruity wine that floods the mouth with flavors of ripe cherries and raspberries that are sweet as jam. But the wine finishes thoroughly dry, which is a good thing. Drink it now with tri-tip.",Paragon Vineyard,38,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baker & Brain 2008 Paragon Vineyard Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baker-brain-2008-paragon-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2008,Baker & Brain 13,White,Italy,"This luminous blend of Chardonnay and Grillo opens with a lively bouquet of white flower, acacia and exotic fruit followed by a clean, crisp and easygoing mouthfeel. There's a pretty floral aroma that lingers long on the close.",Adènzia,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2009 Adènzia White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2009-adenzia-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2009,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's an oak-driven expression of Chardonnay from Sicily that offers a creamy mouthfeel and zesty freshness on the close. Aromas here include acacia flower, yellow rose, melon and apricot.",Laudàri,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2008 Laudàri Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2008-laudari-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2008,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 13.5,Red,Italy,Here's a sweet and supple expression of Syrah from sunny Sicily that offers bright tones of red berry and cherry backed by a touch of cracked white pepper. The wine shows tame tannins and a soft texture overall.,,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2009 Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2009,Baglio di Pianetto 13.5,Red,Italy,Here's a plush and soft expression of Nero d'Avola with lingering tones of spice and mature fruit over background notes of fresh tobacco leaf. A touch of sourness on the close makes this wine appropriate to pair with cheesy pasta dishes.,3 Carati,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Avide 2006 3 Carati Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avide-2006-3-carati-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2006,Avide 14,Red,Italy,"Barocco is not your standard Cerasuolo di Vittoria (a wine usually engineered to be consumed young and fresh). Instead, this is an older vintage of Frappato and Nero d'Avola with smokey and sophisticated tones of toasted nut and tobacco over rich concentration.",Barocco,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Cerasuolo di Vittoria,,Avide 2005 Barocco (Cerasuolo di Vittoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avide-2005-barocco-red-cerasuolo-vittoria/,Red Blend,2005,Avide ,Red,Spain,"Heavy on the nose, with a blend of earth, herbs, olive and asphalt. The palate has a solid, good feel and snappy, herbal, tomatoey flavors. Structured but kind of green, especially on the finish where bell pepper and green tobacco rise up.",Inspiración Edición Limitada,40,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2005 Inspiración Edición Limitada (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2005-inspiracion-edicion-limitada-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Bodegas Valdemar 13.8,White,US,"Bright, brisk acidity saves the day with this Chardonnay, giving it a zesty crunch and making the pineapple, orange and oak flavors, which are pretty sweet, taste drier than they really are. An easy-drinking Chard at a fair price.",Lot 238,13,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 238 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-238-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2009,Cameron Hughes 14.5,White,US,"If its richness you're looking for, go no further. This Viognier is lush in pineapple, tangerine, honeysuckle, Asian pear, vanilla and buttered toast flavors. Viognier doesn't get much riper than this before it hits dessert status.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2009 Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2009-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2009,Calcareous 13.8,White,US,"Easy to drink for its clean flavors of pineapples and green apples, and made zesty and bright with acidity. A nice cocktail wine, versatile with a wide range of spicy foods, at a great price.",,10,87,California,California Other,California,Cable Car 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cable-car-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Cable Car 14.3,Red,US,"Made in a heavier, softer style, this Pinot lacks a little breed, but it's certainly delicious. Floods the mouth with raspberry and cherry pie filling flavors, enhanced with sweet, vanilla-tinged oak.",Estate Grown,29,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2009 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2009-estate-grown-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2009,Ventana 14.5,Red,US,"Dry, tannic and a little rough in texture, with a scoury, peppery feel. But it's rich in blackberries, cassis and chocolate. Drink over the next 2–3 years, after a good decant.",,48,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hall ,Red,US,"The blend includes 8% Syrah. Sourced from Chandler Reach and Destiny Ridge grapes, aged 19 months in French oak. Spicy and dusty scents accent plummy fruit that seems already to be on a quick aging curve. It's drinking smoothly now, but showing some soft and secondary fruit flavors along with hints of dried leaf and sweet tomato.",,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Grace Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grace-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Grace Cellars 14,White,Spain,"One taste and you can see the correlation between this Priorat dry PX and certain fino-style Sherries. It's nutty and dry as a bone, with almondy aromas. Crisp acidity provides backbone and the flavors of barely sweet pear, apple and white peach are fully dry and don't push the envelope. Clean but limited in scope.",Ximenis,40,87,Catalonia,Priorat,,Genium Celler 2009 Ximenis Pedro Ximénez (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/genium-celler-2009-ximenis-sherry-pedro-ximenez-priorat/,Pedro Ximénez,2009,Genium Celler 13.5,Red,Spain,"Mocha and vanilla stand out courtesy of three months of barrel aging. There's also solid red fruit aromas below the outward oak. The palate has lift, freshness and flow, while the flavors of plum and berry are nice and show a creamy vanilla side. 75% Monsatrell and 25% Syrah.",Barrel-Aged,13,87,Levante,Jumilla,,Genio Español 2009 Barrel-Aged Monastrell-Syrah (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/genio-espanol-2009-barrel-aged-red-blend-monastrell-syrah-jumilla/,Monastrell-Syrah,2009,Genio Español 15,Red,US,"Shows classic Zinfandel character in the dusty Indian spices and array of ripe, sweet summer berry flavors. The addition of a little Petite Sirah gives it weight and tannins. Easy to like for its soft approachability.",,37,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frank Family 2008 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2008-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Frank Family 13.5,Red,Australia,"This is a wine that may surprise, given several years in the cellar. For the moment, its bright berry fruit is a bit simple, tinged with green peppercorn, and the wine is reasonably full-bodied if not particularly lush. The balance is there, but will real complexity emerge over time?",,35,87,New South Wales,Tumbarumba,,Hungerford Hill 2009 Shiraz (Tumbarumba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hungerford-hill-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-tumbarumba/,Shiraz,2009,Hungerford Hill ,Red,US,"Soft and pretty, in the well-established style of this Red Mountain winery. Hints of bramble and leaf annotate soft berry fruit flavors. The acids keep it fresh and a bit of Cabernet Franc (8%) gives it just enough tannic toughness to put a frame around the finish.",,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hightower 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hightower-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Hightower 14.2,Red,US,"Rich and spicy, a Zinfandel for drinking with this summer's barbecue. It shows polished flavors of wild berries, currants, mocha, licorice and Canadian bacon.",Top Chef Selection,22,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quickfire 2008 Top Chef Selection Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quickfire-2008-top-chef-selection-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Quickfire 14.5,Red,Australia,"At $15, this represents a decent value, just be aware that this is not a pretty, light-bodied Pinot Noir. It's more of a round, mouthfilling Pinot, with notes of coffee- and chocolate-tinged oak accenting cherry and earth.",,15,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2008 Pinot Noir (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2008-pinot-noir-coonawarra/,Pinot Noir,2008,Penley Estate 14,Red,Spain,"Full, brambly and spicy, with red fruit aromas and a hint of tire rubber. The palate is juicy and snappy, with forward raspberry and plum fruit. Finishes sheer and peppery, with good length and vitality. About all one can expect from $10 Tempranillo.",,10,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Origin 2009 Tempranillo (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/origin-2009-tempranillo-campo-borja/,Tempranillo,2009,Origin 13.5,Red,Spain,"Nice Garnacha and Tempranillo that's mature and ready to go. The nose is earthy, spicy, peppery and round, while the palate has a solid, healthy feel to it and flavors of dried berry fruit, fresh tomato and herbs. A little roasted at its core, but good overall.",Crianza,10,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Coto de Hayas 2006 Crianza Red (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-2006-crianza-red-campo-borja/,Red Blend,2006,Coto de Hayas 12,White,Austria,"Young, fruity and ready to drink this summer, this is a great wine for apéritifs with its lemon and grapefruit flavors, very pure fruit and crisp acidity.",Terrassen Federspiel,16,87,Wachau,,,Domäne Wachau 2010 Terrassen Federspiel Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domane-wachau-2010-terrassen-federspiel-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Domäne Wachau 13.5,White,US,"This mid-level Chardonnay from Columbia Crest has a broad fan base, and is a popular by-the-glass pour. It is soft and plush, the fruit seems to float on a bed of puffy toast. Buttered apples, pastry and a finishing smack of green apple acidity leave you wanting the next sip.",Grand Estates,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2009 Grand Estates Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2009-grand-estates-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Columbia Crest 13.5,Red,Italy,"Britto opens with very sweet aromas of oak, vanilla, cigar box and jammy berry fruit. Give this wine another year to find harmony because at this point the wood notes are still very evident. In the mouth, it is soft, sweet and smokey.",Britto Superiore,,87,Southern Italy,Savuto,,Colacino 2007 Britto Superiore Red (Savuto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colacino-2007-britto-superiore-red-savuto/,Red Blend,2007,Colacino 13,Red,Australia,"This is a full-bodied, chunky style of Pinot Noir despite its modest stated alcohol level of 13%. It's plummy and herbal, tinged with hints of beet greens and sous bois, while dark coffee notes and slightly drying tannins emerge on the finish. Worth holding to try in another 2–3 years.",Estate Grown,41,87,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,De Bortoli 2008 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2008-estate-grown-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,De Bortoli 14.1,Red,US,"With rich, oaky flavors of raspberries, cherries, cola and spices, this silky young Pinot is for drinking now. It's a clean, vibrant wine brightened with a squirt of acidity.",,40,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Family 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-family-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Davis Family 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple, but bitingly sharp expression of Aglianico with direct aromas of black fruit and mineral backed by tight, thorny tannins. Thanks to its natural structure and alcohol, this wine has the ability to cut through the fattiest of foods.",Terra di Vulcano,,87,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Bisceglia 2008 Terra di Vulcano (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bisceglia-2008-terra-vulcano-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2008,Bisceglia 14.6,Red,US,"Mostly Merlot blended with 28% Cabernet Franc, it hits 14.6% alcohol and shows some heat in the finish. Tannic and earthy, with a green tea astringency. There are berries in the fruit court, somewhat overtaken, at least for now, by the herb and stem flavors.",Inspired Red,40,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2007 Inspired Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2007-inspired-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Basel Cellars 14.3,Red,US,"Talley has struggled with the acidity on this wine for years. Sometimes it's too soft. This '08, while very good, with a degree of complexity especially in the tannins, is too aggressive. The acidity feels unnatural, giving the wine the taste of raspberry sour candy.",Stone Corral Vineyard,50,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Talley 2008 Stone Corral Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2008-stone-corral-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Talley 13.5,White,US,"A delicious wine, with flavors of peaches, pineapples, apricots, buttered toast and vanilla. It's a bit soft and sweet.",Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc,40,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2009 Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2009-esprit-beaucastel-blanc-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Tablas Creek 14.5,Red,Spain,"Earthy and oaky, with toasty heft, spice and a heavy sweetness to the nose. In the mouth, it's jammy and rich but also slightly soft and flabby, with baked, concentrated, sweet flavors of blackberry, caramel, coffee and prune. Spicy and sweet on the finish; drink sooner rather than later.",Old Vines,30,87,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Tritón 2008 Old Vines Prieto Picudo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/triton-2008-old-vines-spanish-red-prieto-picudo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Prieto Picudo,2008,Tritón 14.3,Red,US,"A lovely, polished wine, fruity and soft. With raspberry and cherry jam, spice and smoky oak flavors, it's made for drinking now.",Estate,40,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Thomas George 2009 Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-george-2009-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Thomas George 12.5,White,Spain,"A bit neutral for Verdejo, yet the wine's clean orange, tangerine and lime flavors are appealing. Flashes across the palate quickly, leaving light but lasting citrusy flavors on the finish. Solid, standard and ready to drink.",,15,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Marqués de Irún 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-irun-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Marqués de Irún 12.7,White,US,"A very nice wine, dry, tartly acidic and minerally, with a clean, vibrant mouthfeel. It's subtle in citrus fruit flavors, with an earthiness suggesting roasted nuts. Drink as an interesting alternative to Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Gris.",Snow,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Loomis 2009 Snow Grenache Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loomis-2009-snow-other-white-grenache-blanc-napa-valley/,Grenache Blanc,2009,Loomis 12.5,White,Spain,"With its apple, peach and melon aromas, the bouquet is solid. The palate is a bit spritzy and spread thin, and that's confirmed via fleshy, dilute flavors of white peach and green melon. Plump and simple on the finish; good for salads, shrimp and grilled white meats.",,15,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Lícia 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/licia-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Lícia 14,White,US,"Fragrant of apple blossoms, sweet cream butter and just a whiff of fresh popcorn, Keswick's Estate Reserve is an elegant wine with excellent structure and balance. Dry and full bodied in style, it opens on a lush sweet cream note that shifts seamlessly into a burst of fresh apple flavors. A delicate smoke and toasted wood note lingers through the long finish. Drink now.",Estate Reserve,25,87,Virginia,Monticello,,Keswick Vineyards 2009 Estate Reserve Viognier (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keswick-2009-estate-reserve-viognier-monticello/,Viognier,2009,Keswick Vineyards 13.8,Red,US,"Crisp acids and tannic structure mark this Pinot Noir. It's funky in mushrooms and leather, with rich, interesting raspberry and cherry flavors. Yet it's somewhat rustic. Drink now.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,33,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Lane Tanner 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lane-tanner-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lane Tanner ,Red,US,"Similar to last year's Bordeaux blend, the 2008 is 55% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 27% Cab Franc. Forward and round, with broad strawberry fruit flavors. This is immediately accessible, likeable and softly appealing.",RoseAnne's Red,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Mannina Cellars 2008 RoseAnne's Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mannina-cellars-2008-roseannes-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Mannina Cellars 13.9,Red,US,"Here's an easy Pinot for pairing now with steaks, chops, grilled salmon or tuna. It's dry, full-bodied and acidic, with berry, cherry, cola and spice flavors.",,35,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Lutea 2009 Pinot Noir (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lutea-2009-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lutea 13,White,Spain,"A solid Albariño and an improvement over the previous vintage. Vanilla and apple aromas are standard and good, while the palate is plump, fresh, melony and peachy, with softness but no flab. Drink this wine right away (summer sipping) because it's not going to make it until 2012.",Zios de Lusco,15,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Lusco 2009 Zios de Lusco Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lusco-2009-zios-de-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Lusco 14.2,White,US,"Shows the perfect balance and varietal richness that Anderson Valley Gewürztraminers are known for. With crisp acidity, it has exotic flavors of Asian pears, candied pears, tangerines, gingersnap cookies and dusty spices, with a dry finish. Would score much higher if it were more concentrated.",,18,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2009 Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2009-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Handley 13.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Nero d'Avola and Nerello Cappuccio (a native grape of Mount Etna), Calìo is a fresh, easy-drinking wine with the liveliness and crispness to pair with cheesy pasta dishes or cream of mushroom soup.",Calìo,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 2009 Calìo Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticultori-associati-canicatti-2009-calio-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2009,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 14.5,Red,Chile,"A little bland and basic to start with, with hickory and standard berry aromas. The palate is sturdy and alive even if it burns a little. Cherry, raspberry and plum flavors are juicy, and there's a touch of vanilla for softening sweetness.",Ecos de Rulo,17,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2008 Ecos de Rulo Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2008-ecos-rulo-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Viña Bisquertt 12.5,Rose,France,The soft bouquet of white cranberry and strawberry hull echoes the delicate pale pink hue of the wine. The mouth is light and brisk with a touch of peach flavor and an accent of clementine citrus. Drink now.,Old Vines,12,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Villa des Anges 2010 Old Vines Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-anges-2010-old-vines-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2010,Villa des Anges 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a mature and jammy expression of Negroamaro from the Salento in southern Italy that will appeal to those who love a soft, fruit-forward red wine. Although the wine is aged only in glass and neutral cement, the grape imparts a touch of sassy spice on the close.",Norie,13,87,Southern Italy,Salento,,Vigneti Reale 2009 Norie Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-reale-2009-norie-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,2009,Vigneti Reale 14.5,Red,US,"A little too soft, but really delicious for its spicy array of raspberries, cherries, cola and vanilla cream. Drink now, and no need to decant.",Mission Ranch,37,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2008 Mission Ranch Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2008-mission-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ventana 14.5,Red,US,"Ripe enough in blackberries, currants and mocha, with an earthy, tobacco herbaceousness. The tannins are potent, making the wine hard. Drink now, after a good decanting.",The Griffin,32,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Foley 2008 The Griffin Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-foley-2008-griffin-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Robert Foley 13.5,Red,Australia,"A good value in easy-to-drink Cabernet, McWilliam's 2008 is plummy and chocolaty, with soft tannins and a velvety finish. A bit simple perhaps, but definitely satisfying. Drink now.",,11,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcwilliams-hanwood-estate-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate 13,White,Italy,"Here's a creamy and smooth Chardonnay that opens with fragrant floral tones and layers of apricot, exotic fruit and a touch of almond marzipan. The Chardonnay varietal characteristics come through on the nose and offer a compact, crisp taste in the mouth.",,,87,Southern Italy,Salento,,Masseria Mita 2010 Chardonnay (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masseria-mita-2010-chardonnay-salento/,Chardonnay,2010,Masseria Mita 14.5,Red,US,"The blackberry, blueberry, currant, coffee and leather flavors are rich and softly tannic. Doesn't seem likely to improve in the bottle, but it's a dry, rugged wine for drinking now.",Block 9,48,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Terlato 2007 Block 9 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2007-block-9-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2007,Terlato 14.2,Red,US,"This is a dry, elegant young Pinot Noir. It's rich in acidity, and the cherry and cola flavors are sprinkled with zesty white pepper. Seems to be giving its best now.",,34,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacRostie 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,MacRostie 14,Red,US,"Lots of varietal character in this wine, with rich tannins, good acidity and flavors of blackberries, black currants and dark chocolate. It's a clean, dry, crisp Cabernet to drink now.",Clone 6,48,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2007 Clone 6 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2007-clone-6-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Lucas & Lewellen 14.7,Red,US,"Funky, with mushroom and sweaty leather aromas that can best be described as Burgundian. But it's richly sweet in raspberries and cherries, and the smoky oak is nicely integrated with the fruit. A pleasant Pinot Noir to drink now.",Julia's Vineyard,36,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Lane Tanner 2009 Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lane-tanner-2009-julias-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lane Tanner 12.5,White,Spain,"White fruits, flower blossom and a touch of brine work the nose, which is followed by flush, semisweet apple, gooseberry and lime flavors. More sweet than outright tangy, but still citrusy and zesty. Holds form on the crisp finish. 60% Verdejo and 40% Viura.",Ipsum,10,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Pablo del Villar 2010 Ipsum Verdejo-Viura (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pablo-villar-2010-ipsum-white-blend-verdejo-viura-rueda/,Verdejo-Viura,2010,Pablo del Villar 12.5,White,Spain,"Round and good by Rueda standards, with melon and peach aromas but not too much citrus. The palate is full and chunky, with papaya, melon and a touch of pithy bitterness. More regular than special, but good and goes down easy before finishing dry.",Solo,14,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Oro de Castilla 2010 Solo Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oro-castilla-2010-solo-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Oro de Castilla 13.5,Red,Spain,"Zesty, edgy red berry aromas are bright, scratchy and sweet. The palate is healthy, balanced and creamy, with juicy, slightly candied flavors of red berry fruits and herbs. Creamy and round but balanced. Shows the good side Cariñena at a fair price; 60% Garnacha and 40% Syrah.",,10,87,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Torito Bravo 2009 Grenache-Syrah (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torito-bravo-2009-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-carinena/,Grenache-Syrah,2009,Torito Bravo 14.5,Red,Chile,"Cola, root beer and other earthy aromas open up this full-bodied blend of 70% Cabernet and 30% Carmenère. The palate shows pointed, prickly acidity and flavors of black cherry and cassis. Offers a rich flavor profile but the acidity creates bite and sharpness.",Antu,19,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Ninquén 2009 Antu Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ninquen-2009-antu-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2009,Ninquén 14.9,Red,US,"A good, rich, flashy Zinfandel. There's not much to get excited about, but it delivers Zin's personality in a most attractive way. It's spicy, rich and sweet in cherry, raspberry, cocoa, honey and spice flavors.",,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2008 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2008-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Kuleto Estate 14.3,Red,US,"A nice Pinot Noir, dry and elegant, and if it's somewhat one-dimensional, it packs a lot of flavor. With rich raspberry, red licorice, bacon and spice flavors, it's a lovely wine to drink now.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,William Knuttel 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-knuttel-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,William Knuttel 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a jammy, overtly ripe expression of Aglianico that ultimately proves to be an easier and more immediate expression of this naturally tannic grape variety. Aromas include candied fruit, blackberry preserves, raw cherry and raisin.",Synthesi,30,87,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Paternoster 2007 Synthesi (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paternoster-2007-synthesi-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2007,Paternoster 14.9,Red,US,"A touch overripe, showing some bitter, dried raisinskin notes. If you can get past that, you'll find plenty of rich blackberry, dark chocolate, plum, beef jerky and black pepper flavors.",Cuvée Christine,45,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Pax 2007 Cuvée Christine Syrah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pax-2007-cuvee-christine-shiraz-syrah-syrah-north-coast/,Syrah,2007,Pax 12.5,Red,Spain,"Aromas of red licorice candy and raspberry are fruity, forward and clean. The palate is more than competent and balanced, with creamy strawberry and raspberry flavors. The finish is short but easy, and for the price that's all you can ask for.",,9,87,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Manyana 2008 Tempranillo (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manyana-2008-tempranillo-carinena/,Tempranillo,2008,Manyana 15.5,Red,US,"The blackberry, blueberry, bacon, pepper and sandalwood flavors are nice, and the wine finishes dry. A good, rich Syrah for drinking now if you're looking for a full-bodied and tannic red wine. Give it a brief decant.",Estate Grown,28,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2008 Estate Grown Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2008-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2008,Mounts 15.6,Red,US,"A big burly Syrah from this Temecula producer whose goal it is to become the premier winery of Southern California, the wine is loaded with plummy black fruit and a peppery mouthfeel, its oakiness derived from the almost three years it spent barrel-aging in new French oak. Not for the meek at 15.6% alcohol, it finishes a tad sweet.","Reserve, Vista del Monte Vineyard",70,87,California,South Coast,Temecula Valley,"Monte De Oro 2006 Reserve, Vista del Monte Vineyard Syrah (Temecula Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-oro-2006-reserve-vista-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-south-coast-temecula-valley/,Syrah,2006,Monte De Oro 13.5,Red,Australia,"Light, fresh and silky—just what might be expected from cool-climate Pinot Noir. A pleasant earthiness underscores prettily interwoven strands of herbs and cherries. It's exciting to see the burgeoning quality of the wines coming out of Tasmania.",,18,87,Tasmania,Tasmania,,42°S 2008 Pinot Noir (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/42-s-2008-pinot-noir-tasmania/,Pinot Noir,2008,42°S 14,Red,Italy,"This meaty, spicy expression of Syrah from Sicily offers sweet tones of cinnamon and clove with loads of dark, juicy cherry fruit. The wine feels soft and velvety on the close.",Kaid,17,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Alessandro di Camporeale 2008 Kaid Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alessandro-camporeale-2008-kaid-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2008,Alessandro di Camporeale 13.5,Red,Spain,"Slightly darker than most basic Campo de Borja Tempranillos, with earthy aromas along with black fruit notes. The palate is full and rugged, with scratchiness but also fresh, forward flavors of black fruits including plum and boysenberry. A good wine with guts.",,13,87,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,El Pensador 2009 Tempranillo (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-pensador-2009-tempranillo-campo-borja/,Tempranillo,2009,El Pensador 12,White,Spain,"Pulpy and also minerally on the nose, with basic white fruit aromas. Zesty, crisp and defined by slate and lime in the mouth, with apple, lime and dryness to the flavor profile. A composed little white wine for simple sipping or white sangria.",,10,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2010 Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2010-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2010,El Coto 14.5,White,US,"With brisk Edna Valley acidity and intensely pure Chardonnay fruit flavors of tangerines, limes and sweet Meyer lemon sour candy, this is a pleasant sipper with roasted or grilled salmon, or a barbecue chicken or pork skewer with pineapples, green peppers and onions.",Effort,22,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Center of Effort 2008 Effort Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/effort-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Center of Effort ,Red,US,"Named for the estate vineyard, this tasty bottle showcases young (second vintage) grapes with plenty of future potential. Light flavors of berries are matched to caramel and honey-roasted almond notes from barrel aging.",Out of Line Red,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Hightower 2008 Out of Line Red Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hightower-2008-out-line-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Hightower 13.5,White,France,"A blend of 80% Viognier and 20% Roussanne that spent nine months in French oak, this is a rich and developed wine with intense characteristics of peaches and cream, buttered popcorn, guava and honeydew. Round and dense with a spicy finish.",Blanc,70,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Chateau Capion 2008 Blanc White (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-capion-2008-blanc-white-coteaux/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Chateau Capion 13,White,France,"Blowsy, lychee aromas, a wine that is ripe, soft, open, with a light touch of acidity. Pepper and sweet spices fit well into this easy profile. Screwcap.",,,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff Au Moulin 2009 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-au-moulin-2009-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Dopff Au Moulin 13,White,Chile,"A little hard at first, with match stick aromas. After that blows off, there's green fruit notes carrying the nose. Full in the mouth, with acidic cut and spunky flavors of nectarine and orange. Finishes round, with citrus and passion fruit.",347 Vineyards,13,87,Central Valley,,,De Martino 2010 347 Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2010-347-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,De Martino 13.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with pleasant, traditional aromas of dried red fruits, spice and citrus peel. The wine has a mature feel with tomato, dried currant, raspberry and light mocha flavors. Finishes earthy and a touch herbal. Nice as lighter-framed Rioja goes.",Rioja Bordón Crianza,13,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Franco-Españolas 2007 Rioja Bordón Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-franco-espanolas-2007-rioja-bordon-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Bodegas Franco-Españolas 12.5,White,Spain,"Neutral and clean, with green banana and apple aromas. The palate is fleshy but maintains its vivacity along with apple, peach and pithy, bitter flavors. It's lush for a Verdejo-Viura blend, with a finish that goes on and on.",,11,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Cantarranas 2009 Verdejo-Viura (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantarranas-2009-white-blend-verdejo-viura-rueda/,Verdejo-Viura,2009,Cantarranas 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Sicilian super blend of Nero d'Avola, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot from the dynamic Baglio del Cristo di Campobello opens with spicy tones of cinnamon and clove with ripe berry fruit and a touch of green peppercorn. It's an easy but plush red wine with a lively, bright mouthfeel.",C'D'C',,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2009 C'D'C' Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2009-cdc-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2009,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 14,Red,Italy,"Teodosio is a youthful and playful Aglianico del Vulture (usually among Italy's most austere red wines) with raw and chewy aromas of red fruit, prune and black plum. Its super-intense and tannic feel in the mouth is accented by flavors of bitter chocolate and spice.",Teodosio,,87,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Basilisco 2007 Teodosio (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basilisco-2007-teodosio-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2007,Basilisco 15.4,Red,US,"A rich, somewhat heavy but delicious wine. High alcohol gives it plenty of body, housing blackberry, currant, cocoa, pepper and cedar flavors. A good buy for an upscale barbecue wine.",Lot 194,15,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cameron Hughes 2008 Lot 194 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2008-lot-194-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2008,Cameron Hughes 14.5,White,US,"Grown in the cooler western part of San Luis Obispo, outside the Paso Robles line, this Chardonnay has good acidity. It's rich in Key lime pie, tangerine jam and maple syrup flavors. A little sweet, but easy to drink.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,York Mountain,Calcareous 2009 Chardonnay (York Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-york-mountain/,Chardonnay,2009,Calcareous 12,White,France,"A soft style of Riesling, with some attractive aromatic white flower character. The fruit is soft, just off dry, freshened by acidity. Screwcap.",Baron de Hoen,12,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Cave de Beblenheim 2009 Baron de Hoen Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-beblenheim-2009-baron-hoen-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2009,Cave de Beblenheim 13,White,Spain,"Lemon, buttercup and apple aromas produce a delicate nose. The palate is smooth but soft, with only a modicum of minerality. Tastes sweet and melony, with equally sweet pear and apple flavors in the background. Falls off on the finish, where the acidity is low. Drink now.",,22,87,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Casal Novo 2009 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casal-novo-2009-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2009,Casal Novo 11.2,Dessert,US,"The sweet scent of raspberry and strawberry preserves waft from this Cab Franc icewine from Casa Larga. On the palate as well, there's a nice concentration of preserved berry flavors that soar on the palate with a bright, sunny acidity. Finishes clean and long with just a hint of autumn leaves and bramble.",Fiori Delle Stelle Ice Wine,75,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Casa Larga 2008 Fiori Delle Stelle Ice Wine Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-larga-2008-fiori-delle-stelle-ice-wine-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Casa Larga 14.3,Red,US,"Falls off a notch from the '07, with tart acidity and sweet oak dominating. The depth just isn't there, although it's certainly a fine wine. Tastes like buttered cinnamon toast spread with raspberry jam and sprinkled with white pepper and cocoa.",Anniversary Cuvée,50,88,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Sinor-LaVallee 2008 Anniversary Cuvée Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinor-lavallee-2008-anniversary-cuvee-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sinor-LaVallee 13.5,White,Spain,"Light and fluffy aromas of flower blossom and white fruits are simple but do the trick. There's some as-advertised leesy weightiness to the palate and depth, but mostly the wine is just mellow and tasty, with apple and peach flavors.",Sobre Lias,20,88,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Viña Somoza 2010 Sobre Lias Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-somoza-2010-sobre-lias-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2010,Viña Somoza 12.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with a nice mix of black fruit scents, primarily blackberry. The palate is juicy and healthy, with berry, plum, spice and herbal flavors. Fades smoothly for a $10 Garnacha, with controlled herbal accents. An honest wine for all-occasion drinking.",Altitud 1.100 Coupage Garnacha Tintorera,10,88,Central Spain,Almansa,,Santa Quiteria 2009 Altitud 1.100 Coupage Garnacha Tintorera Alicante Bouschet (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-quiteria-2009-altitud-1100-coupage-garnacha-tintorera-other-red-alicante-bouschet-almansa/,Alicante Bouschet,2009,Santa Quiteria ,White,US,"This is actually a 2010 wine, but for consistency it is not labeled with the vintage. Fragrant and floral, with the addition of 5% Riesling contributing a pleasing orange blossom/orange peel accent. Overall, it's refreshing and succulent, a juicy mix of citrus fruits and balanced acids.",,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Va Piano Bruno's Blend II NV Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/va-piano-brunos-blend-ii-nv-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,,Va Piano Bruno's Blend II 12.5,White,Spain,"Apple and peach aromas are perfectly nice and typical for a fresh, young Albariño. There's nothing crazy or wild about this wine; it's straightforward and approachable, with green apple, pineapple and a lot of lemony sharpness. Finishes fresh and minerally.",Abadia de San Campio,20,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Terras Gauda 2010 Abadia de San Campio Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terras-gauda-2010-abadia-san-campio-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Terras Gauda 14.3,Red,US,"A good, rich wine, brimming with ripe, fruity raspberries and cherries and lots of savory spices. Feels a bit rustic, with a sweet, caramelized finish. Drink soon.",Adastra Vineyard,46,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Talisman 2007 Adastra Vineyard Pinot Noir (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talisman-2007-adastra-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Talisman 14.6,Red,US,"With rich tiers of blackberries, cherries, currants and sandalwood, this Petite Sirah also has a salt and pepper meatiness to it, like a great hamburger. Its sturdy tannins will play well with roasts. Should hold for some years, but if you open it now, give it plenty of time to breathe.",,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,RustRidge 2007 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustridge-2007-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,RustRidge ,White,US,"A Washington Pinot Gris that has some of the flesh and texture of a fine Oregon version, yet brings the spice and verve of bright Washington fruit into play. Pear, apple, acacia, orange candy, even a bit of pineapple combine into a fruity and delicious wine. All stainless, no malolactic.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2009 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2009,Waterbrook 13,White,Italy,"This edition of Pietrabianca (a creamy Chardonnay from Puglia in southern Italy) shows nice integration between its fruit and oak elements. Both parties play a leading role in creating a rich, soft white wine with lingering tones of apricot and toasted almond.",Pietrabianca,21,88,Southern Italy,Castel del Monte,,Tormaresca 2009 Pietrabianca Chardonnay (Castel del Monte),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tormaresca-2009-pietrabianca-chardonnay-castel-monte/,Chardonnay,2009,Tormaresca 14.5,Red,Spain,"Deep aromas of mint, raisin, Christmas spice and hickory reflect ripeness and 24 months in barrel. The palate has a choppy feel due to firm acidity and tannins, while the flavors are roasted and leathery but also suggest earthy fruit. Not a sweet, modern wine; it's more meaty and savory. Drink now through 2015.",,34,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Martín Berdugo 2006 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-berdugo-2006-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Martín Berdugo 13.9,Red,Australia,"An excellent value in drink-now Cabernet, Madison Ridge's 2009 Lot 1232 combines hints of mocha, dried herbs and cherries into a medium- to full-bodied red featuring supple tannins that turn slightly dusty on the finish. Pair with steaks and burgers over the next year or so.",Lot 1232,10,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Madison Ridge 2009 Lot 1232 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madison-ridge-2009-lot-1232-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Madison Ridge 14,Red,Italy,"A meaty note of smoked bacon or bresaola opens the nose of this hearty Aglianico del Vulture. In the mouth, this wine offers bitterness, acidity and tannins in abundance, which suggests a pairing of succulent steak topped with melted blue cheese.",Macarì,,88,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Macarico 2007 Macarì (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macarico-2007-macari-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2007,Macarico ,Red,US,"The 2008 vintage produced some truly outstanding red wines in Washington, if your palate runs to higher acid, bright fruit styles. This is a perfect example; it's loaded with raspberries, strawberries and pretty berry fruit aromas. The acids prop it up perfectly; it's front loaded but has the balance and tightness to cellar for a few years. But really—drink it young.",Deep River Red,27,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Flying Trout 2008 Deep River Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-trout-2008-deep-river-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Flying Trout 14,Red,Spain,"Hot and roasted on the nose, but still interesting and suggestive of high quality. The palate is very rich and sweet, with candied, ultraripe flavors of berry, fig paste and chocolate. Maintains that sweet, baked character onto the finish, which is mature and soft. Drink now.",Varietales Dos Mil Cuatro,65,88,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Enate 2004 Varietales Dos Mil Cuatro Red (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enate-2004-varietales-mil-cuatro-red-somontano/,Red Blend,2004,Enate 13.5,Red,Italy,"A hearty blend of Carignano, Syrah and Grenache, this interesting Sicilian red offers aromas of smoked meat and spice backed by a rich texture and a fresh acidic close. The wine takes a modern approach with grapes that are rarely used in Sicily.",Kuddia di Zè,50,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Abraxas 2007 Kuddia di Zè Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abraxas-2007-kuddia-ze-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2007,Abraxas 13,White,Spain,"Here's a dry, crisp, apple-and-citrus Verdejo that's stony and good from head to toe. In the mouth, it's wet, juicy and biting, while the flavors of green fruits, lemon, celery, fresh lettuce and sweet bell pepper are tangy and fresh. Quite nice for a 100,000-case, $10 quaffer.",,10,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Analivia 2010 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/analivia-2010-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2010,Analivia 13,Red,Italy,"This hearty blend of Aglianico, Merlot and Syrah (the name Tréje stands for “three”) opens with superripe notes of blackberry preserves and strawberry jam along with loads of tobacco, leather and dark spice. This deeply penetrating wine would pair with game meat or lamb stew.",Tréje,,88,Southern Italy,Basilicata,,Bisceglia 2006 Tréje Red (Basilicata),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bisceglia-2006-treje-red-basilicata/,Red Blend,2006,Bisceglia 12.5,White,Austria,"Full, ripe wine, with flavors of peach, melon and with an intriguing nutty edge. Its texture is oily, with spice. There is a fresh, green aftertaste. Screwcap.",,,88,Burgenland,,,Höpler 2010 Pinot Blanc (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopler-2010-pinot-blanc-burgenland/,Pinot Blanc,2010,Höpler 13,Red,Spain,"A little foxy at first, with lively, forward aromas of herbs, bramble, wild berry and black cherry. Doesn't take long in the glass to show its qualities, which include structure and plenty of fruit, herbs, pepper and dry spice on the palate. A voluminous, interesting Garnacha to slot into the everyday category.",,11,88,Central Spain,Almansa,,Higueruela 2009 Garnacha (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/higueruela-2009-grenache-garnacha-almansa/,Garnacha,2009,Higueruela ,Red,US,"A Bordeaux-style blend with half estate-grown (first vintage) fruit, this has pretty, forward, bright and spicy flavors of berries running the gamut from strawberry to raspberry to cherry. Apart from that, there is a tannic push through the midpalate into the finish. It should continue to improve over the next three or four years.",Red,50,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Hightower 2007 Red Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hightower-2007-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Hightower 14.5,Red,Australia,"Much of the region's fruit goes into regional blends, but this wine shows the voluptuous midpalate that characterizes so much of Langhorne Creek's fruit. Vanilla and berries predominate, accented by savory mocha, leather and briar shadings, and turning just a little warm on the finish. Drink now–2015 or so.",Lake Doctor Single Site,16,88,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Zonte's Footstep 2008 Lake Doctor Single Site Shiraz (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zontes-footstep-2008-lake-doctor-single-site-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz,2008,Zonte's Footstep ,White,US,"Complex and well-crafted, especially at this price point. Two thirds was barrel fermented, one third in tank; there is also about one quarter new oak and one quarter put through malolactic. The result is an affordable Chardonnay with real style and complexity. Tropical fruit, some toast and texture, good persistence and the right balancing acid.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2008 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Waterbrook 14.5,Red,Chile,"Earthy, herbal and deep on the nose, with plum, carob, olive and lemon peel aromas. Tight and natural in the mouth, with body and size supporting chunky but smooth berry flavors that are olive- and herb-driven. Spicy on the finish, with good feel and length.",Limited Edition,20,88,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2009 Limited Edition Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2009-limited-edition-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2009,Viña Pérez Cruz 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a plush, softly smoky Syrah from Basilicata (the arch of the boot of Italy) that opens with aromas of black cherry, dried currants and white pepper corn. The wine offers a rich, velvety consistency and a tight, succulent close.",Armille,,88,Southern Italy,Basilicata,,Bisceglia 2009 Armille Syrah (Basilicata),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bisceglia-2009-armille-shiraz-syrah-syrah-basilicata/,Syrah,2009,Bisceglia 12.4,Rose,US,"A consumer favorite, this cherry-flavored rosé is 100% Sangiovese, ripe and round. Finished dry, it has so much fruit that there is an impression of sweetness. Forward and appealing.",Rosé of Sangiovese,12,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2010 Rosé of Sangiovese Rosé (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2010-rose-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Rosé,2010,Barnard Griffin 14,Red,Chile,"Sweet, rooty and robust, with a firm palate that hits with cassis, blackberry and mild herbal flavors. A juicy, lively, well-balanced Cab with earthy fig notes and chocolate on the finish. Nothing complicated; just plain old proper and drinkable.",Single Vineyard,18,88,Maule Valley,,,Oveja Negra 2008 Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oveja-negra-2008-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Oveja Negra 13,Red,Italy,"Part of a new generation of “vini naturali” from Italy, this Sicilian blend of Nero d'Avola and Frappato opens with small berry and mature fruit tones of dried raspberry and blueberry. It's a crisp, compact wine with almond characteristics on the close.",SP68 Rosso,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Occhipinti 2009 SP68 Rosso Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occhipinti-2009-sp68-rosso-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2009,Occhipinti 15,Red,Spain,"Full and dark, with a bouquet that offers hints of cheese, rubber and stocky black fruit. The palate is big, layered and grinds a bit due to rugged tannins and lively acidity. But the flavors of roasted berry and sweet spice work well, and the finish is savory and healthy. A little biting but still nice.",Lui Selection Crianza,18,88,Northern Spain,Toro,,Abelis Carthago 2007 Lui Selection Crianza (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abelis-carthago-2007-lui-selection-crianza-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2007,Abelis Carthago 14.5,Red,Italy,"Cembali is an opulent, oak-driven expression of Nero d'Avola with loads of blackberry fruit, cherry and toasted nut. There's a touch of peppercorn or leafy green in the mouth followed by a bright, acidic note on the close.",Cembali,30,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2006 Cembali Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2006-cembali-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2006,Baglio di Pianetto 13.5,White,Spain,"While this may already be in its latter stages of freshness, it's still offering nice lemon and minerality on the nose. It's more flat and melony in the mouth, with apple flavors running the show. Fleshy on the finish, but tasting quite nice.",Veigas de Padriñán,29,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Adega dos Eidos 2009 Veigas de Padriñán Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adega-eidos-2009-veigas-padrinan-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Adega dos Eidos 12,Sparkling,France,"While it is on the soft side, with sweetness, this Champagne also has an attractive lemon freshness to go with the vivid mousse. It's a fine apéritif style of Champagne.",Premier Cru Brut,50,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Forget-Brimont NV Premier Cru Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forget-brimont-nv-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Forget-Brimont 14,Red,Australia,"A decent value, the 2009 Tic Tok Shiraz is medium bodied and easy to drink. The blackberry fruit is easily accessible, accented by hints of vanilla, pepper and clove, while the texture is supple. Drink now.",Tic Tok,14,88,New South Wales,Mudgee,,James Oatley 2009 Tic Tok Shiraz (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-oatley-2009-tic-tok-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mudgee/,Shiraz,2009,James Oatley 13,White,Spain,"Expensive for what is ultimately a crisp, clean but limited white wine from the Basque country. The palate is juicy due to high acidity, while the flavors of lemon and green apple are tight. Finishes firm and driving, with a touch of cidery sweetness.",No. 7,30,88,Northern Spain,Bizkaiko Txakolina,,Itsas Mendi 2009 No. 7 White (Bizkaiko Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/itsas-mendi-2009-no-7-white-bizkaiko-txakolina/,White Blend,2009,Itsas Mendi ,Red,US,"Why a 2005 vintage Merlot from this excellent vineyard is just being released six years later is one of those mysteries of wine. But it's a fine bottle, with plenty of life ahead. The tannins are softening up, and the fruit is smooth and ripe, with berries and plums and cassis. There is a generous wash of caramel and mocha also, and it's well-integrated and drinking at its peak.",Spofford Station Estate,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),JLC 2005 Spofford Station Estate Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jlc-2005-spofford-station-estate-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2005,JLC 14,Red,Italy,"Made with a blend of Gaglioppo and Cabernet Sauvignon, this bold “super Calabrian” wine offers a bright ruby color with aromas of small berry and Indian spice. There's power, determination and chewy softness here, although this is not an overtly dense or extracted wine.",Gravello,30,88,Southern Italy,Val di Neto,,Librandi 2008 Gravello Red (Val di Neto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-2008-gravello-red-val-neto/,Red Blend,2008,Librandi 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of juicy, extracted cherry, berry, plum, mocha and spice flavors in this Mourvèdre, Grenache, Syrah and Counoise blend. It's a bit soft and one-dimensional, but a pleasant sipper to drink now.",Esprit de Beaucastel,50,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2008 Esprit de Beaucastel Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2008-esprit-beaucastel-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Tablas Creek 14.5,Red,Spain,"Ripe blackberry with dill and vanilla suggest “classic” Rioja, although it's probably more modern than that. The wine features a full body, thick tannins, roasted berry flavors, molasses and a bit of chocolate. Maybe it's a touch baked and overripe, but it's definitely solid and generous. Drink now.",Reserva,27,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Solabal 2006 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solabal-2006-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Solabal 14,Red,Italy,"Rudiae is a soft and velvety expression of Primitivo (a grape that is genetically linked to Californian Zinfandel) with jammy aromas of black cherry, currant and sweet cinnamon or vanilla. The wine tastes plump and round and would pair with pasta al forno.",Rudiae,13,88,Southern Italy,Salento,,Vigneti Reale 2008 Rudiae Primitivo (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigneti-reale-2008-rudiae-zinfandel-primitivo-salento/,Primitivo,2008,Vigneti Reale ,Red,US,"This nicely captures the flavors of the grape, with juicy acidity around tart, tangy red berries. As it opens in the glass, the fruit broadens out and rounds into lush flavors of cherry, lightly dusted with cocoa powder. A fine first effort from second generation winemaker Peter Cushman.",Lonesome Spring Ranch,24,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Viento 2009 Lonesome Spring Ranch Barbera (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viento-2009-lonesome-spring-ranch-barbera-columbia-valley-wa/,Barbera,2009,Viento 14.3,Red,US,"From the Green Valley comes this soft, sweetly fruity wine, luscious in raspberry and cherry pie, spice and sandalwood flavors. A good, rich Pinot for drinking now.",Lancel Creek Vineyard,48,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Thomas George 2009 Lancel Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-george-2009-lancel-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Thomas George ,White,US,"Production keeps climbing for this off-dry (5% residual sugar) bottling from the country's largest Riesling producer. Loaded with fresh Jonathan apple-flavored fruit, the sweetness is nicely balanced by the fresh, natural acids. Highlights of cinnamon and caramel add further pleasure to a wine with wide appeal.",Harvest Select,9,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2010 Harvest Select Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2010-harvest-select-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2010,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,Red,US,"Cor's Bordeaux blend is a mix of 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 28% Petit Verdot and 21% Malbec. Not surprisingly, the PV dominates, crafting a dark, earthy, coffee-scented wine. The blend works well, and overall the mouthfeel is smooth and supple, the fruit flavors sharp and tart.",Momentum Red Wine,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Cor Cellars 2008 Momentum Red Wine Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cor-cellars-2008-momentum-red-wine-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Cor Cellars ,Red,US,Winemaker Eric Dunham's tribute to his “best friend”—a much-loved dog named Port—is as good as ever in this new vintage. Bright cherry fruit seems laced with tangerine and candied citrus. Tannins are smooth and there are finishing touches of mocha and tobacco.,Three Legged Red,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2008 Three Legged Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2008-three-legged-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Dunham 13.5,Red,Italy,"Easy and carefree, this fruity Nero d'Avola offers a no-brainer solution to hamburgers or outdoor barbecue food. The wine shows aromas of blueberry, cherry and white almond.",Costadune,10,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,MandraRossa 2009 Costadune Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandrarossa-2009-costadune-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2009,MandraRossa 12.5,White,Spain,"Nice, simple and still showing staying power for an '09. Tastes of white stone fruits and melon, and shows body and adequate acidity. Not the most citric or angular Verdejo; it's more round and easy. Finishes clean with no funk. Uncomplicated white wine for immediate consumption.",,13,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Ermita de Nieve 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ermita-nieve-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Ermita de Nieve 15.2,Red,US,"This Petite Sirah is made for drinking now. It's in a lighter style, soft and velvety, with pleasant berry, mocha, spice and tobacco flavors.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Foppiano 2008 Petite Sirah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2008-petite-sirah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Foppiano 13,Rose,France,"Fresh strawberries and light cream lead the way on the nose, while the medium acidity provides a good lift to the juicy cherry fruit flavors. Clean and enjoyable.",ClaudeVal,11,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Paul Mas 2010 ClaudeVal Rosé (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-paul-mas-2010-claudeval-rose-pays-doc/,Rosé,2010,Domaines Paul Mas 13.5,Rose,France,"Hibiscus tea and minor biscuit notes add depth to this Cinsault-based rosé. Tart red cherry and cranberry flavors flesh out the mouth, leading into the refreshing finish.",Fiona,,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays de L'Herault,,Chateau Capion 2009 Fiona Rosé (Vin de Pays de L'Herault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-capion-2009-fiona-rose-vin-pays-lherault/,Rosé,2009,Chateau Capion 12.5,White,France,"Attractively light wine, clean as a whistle, wearing light acidity, pear fruits and a creamy texture. Drink as an apéritif.",,,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff Au Moulin 2009 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-au-moulin-2009-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Dopff Au Moulin 12.5,White,Italy,This easy white blend from Puglia opens with fragrant tones of honey and peach with slight tones of almond and mature cantaloupe melon in the background. The wine shows both creaminess and freshness on the close.,,,85,Southern Italy,Salento,,Feudi di San Marzano 2010 White (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-marzano-2010-white-salento/,White Blend,2010,Feudi di San Marzano 13.5,Red,Chile,"The nose starts out half floral and half herbal before transitioning to oak-based vanilla and mocha. In the mouth, it's sharp and acid-driven, but there's still that sweet, creamy, oaky offset to temper any outright sour qualities. Finishes with sweetness and chocolate.",Reserva,12,85,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Rita 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2009-reserva-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Santa Rita 13.5,White,Austria,"The primary fruit has morphed into a sweeter, softer style, with melon and pear flavors coming to the fore. The acidity goes through the wine, balancing the soft texture.",Edition Chremisa Sandgrube 13,24,85,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2009 Edition Chremisa Sandgrube 13 Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2009-edition-chremisa-sandgrube-13-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Winzer Krems 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and crusty smelling, with raisin and baked dark fruit aromas. The palate has some fullness but also piercing acids, and the flavors are your standard mix of black fruit, plum and herbal leafiness. Solid enough but highly regular.",La Joya Reserve,10,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2009 La Joya Reserve Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2009-joya-reserve-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2009,Viña Bisquertt 13,White,Austria,"Perfumed, light and crisp, a Riesling that offers white fruits, floral and mineral character along with the freshest acidity. The finish is attractively refreshing. Screwcap.",Selektion,20,85,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2009 Selektion Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2009-selektion-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2009,Pratsch 13.9,Red,US,"Fresh in acidity, this young wine tastes almost like it's still fermenting, with gassy cherry, raspberry and cola flavors. It's a simple, light-bodied wine for drinking now.",Made with Organic Grapes,35,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lutea 2009 Made with Organic Grapes Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lutea-2009-made-with-organic-grapes-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lutea 15.5,Red,US,"Estate grown in Temecula, this is a huge Syrah at 15.5% alcohol with all that implies—lots of deep, dark plum, heavyweight tannins and bittersweet chocolate. Might it mellow? Only time will tell.",Estate Grown Vista Del Mar Vineyard,34,85,California,South Coast,Temecula Valley,Monte De Oro 2007 Estate Grown Vista Del Mar Vineyard Syrah (Temecula Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-oro-2007-estate-grown-vista-mar-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-south-coast-temecula-valley/,Syrah,2007,Monte De Oro 14,Red,Spain,"Strained red fruit aromas are light and edgy as they lead to a choppy, dry, lean palate with snappy, tart red berry flavors. Fresh but hard-edged, with more acidity than anything. Finishes firm, piquant and pointed.",Tempranillo,14,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Beronia 2008 Tempranillo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beronia-2008-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Beronia 14.4,White,US,"Oaky and simple, with buttered toast, buttered popcorn, caramel candy and pineapple jam flavors.",,22,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bernardus 2009 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Bernardus 13.5,Red,Spain,"Roasted and stemmy on the nose, with a brambly background. The palate has a normal, midland mouthfeel and crusty, clipped flavors of baked plum mixed with tomato and herbs. Finishes lightly herbal. Tastes like a mass-production wine.",Reserva,16,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Campo Viejo 2006 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-viejo-2006-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2006,Campo Viejo 12.5,Red,Italy,Il Valore Giovane (or “young”) is a fresh and easy expression of Sangiovese with immediate aromas of strawberry jam and floral violet tones. This red wine from southern Italy is indeed very young and informal overall.,Il Valore Giovane,,84,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Marchese de Petri 2010 Il Valore Giovane Sangiovese (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchese-petri-2010-il-valore-giovane-sangiovese-puglia/,Sangiovese,2010,Marchese de Petri 13.5,Red,Chile,"A touch medicinal to start, then with airing you get some faux oak, vanilla and cream. The palate has a mild scratchiness and grate to it, but it's by no mean harsh and the flavors of berry and cherry are pretty good. A little high in acidity and low in volume, but for an $8 wine that's to be expected.",120,8,84,Central Valley,,,Santa Rita 2009 120 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2009-120-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2009,Santa Rita 13,White,Spain,"Floral, lychee aromas lead to a sweet, candied palate that's held afloat by good acidity. Tastes like lime and mango, although the finish is a bit sugary. A sweet, easygoing style of Gewürztraminer.",,15,84,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Viñas del Vero 2010 Gewürztraminer (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-vero-2010-gewurztraminer-somontano/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Viñas del Vero 14.9,Red,US,"An awkward wine. Tastes sweet and sour, like a Chinese restaurant fruit sauce. Lacks subtlety and nuance. Disappointing. Drink now.",Claret,110,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Foley 2008 Claret Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-foley-2008-claret-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Robert Foley 13.5,Red,Spain,"Cheesy, rooty aromas of root beer, cola, leather and vanilla lead to a fairly round palate of roasted berry flavors. Feels a little on the flat side, with rooty flavors picking up the finish. Decent but more leafy and dried out than expected.",,11,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Mano A Mano 2008 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mano-a-mano-2008-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2008,Mano A Mano 12,White,France,"A blended wine, with a dominance of Sylvaner and Muscat. It is very perfumed, soft and spicy. The acidity lies easily under the lychee and soft white fruits. Screwcap.",Alsace One,13,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2007 Alsace One White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2007-alsace-one-white-alsace/,White Blend,2007,Pierre Sparr 13.5,Red,France,A dusting of bittersweet cocoa powder spices up the sweet red berry core of this wine. Light and straightforward with low tannins and a clean finish.,,11,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2009 Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2009-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2009,Les Jamelles 13.8,Red,US,"A rustic wine, whose acids and tannins give a scoury edge to the raspberry jam, mocha, pepper and sandalwood flavors. Still, at this price it's a decent sipper.",Raed,15,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Leojami 2008 Raed Red (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leojami-2008-raed-red-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Red Blend,2008,Leojami 12.5,White,US,"Appetizing on the nose with aromas of rich, buttery toast and a hint of dark, toasted wood, this dry, full-bodied Chard has pleasant, while not deeply concentrated, apple flavors that end on a deliciously bitter nut skin note. Vibrant acidity makes this a great companion with food.",Private Reserve,25,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest 2009 Private Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2009-private-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2009,Waters Crest 13,Red,US,"Ripe red fruit and coffee notes stand out amidst the charred wood on the nose of this dry, medium-bodied Bordeaux-style blend. The palate as well has a nice core of red plum and cherry fruit flavors, boosted by soft tannins and a vibrant acidity, but the finish reveals some green peppers and other unripe notes.",Campania Rosso,50,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest 2007 Campania Rosso Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2007-campania-rosso-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Waters Crest 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Soft and sweet smelling, with little to no zest or zap. The palate is wet and round but lacks kick, while the flavors are sweet and suggest cherry jam and plum pudding. Finishes sweet as well.",Sangre de Toro,10,84,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Torres 2010 Sangre de Toro Rosé (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2010-sangre-de-toro-rose-catalunya/,Rosé,2010,Torres 12.5,White,US,"Ripe red strawberry and smoke notes linger on the nose and palate of this curious Pinot Blanc. Dry and medium bodied, it's a little flat in the midpalate, but has a refreshing mouthfeel and finishes brisk and clean. Drink now.",Reserve,20,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lieb 2007 Reserve Pinot Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lieb-2007-reserve-pinot-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Pinot Blanc,2007,Lieb 14.8,Red,US,"Rough and common, a one-dimensional wine with candied blackberry and cherry flavors that finish sweet and tart. Drink now.",Inspirado,60,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Keever 2008 Inspirado Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keever-2008-inspirado-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Keever 16.2,Red,US,"Not quite ripe, with some green, vegetal flavors alongside the blackberries and black cherries. The lack of richness accentuates the hard tannins.",La Loma,30,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2008 La Loma Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2008-loma-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Mounts 13.9,White,US,"Simple and sweet in vanilla, pineapple, lemon custard and lime tart flavors. Will appeal to Chardophiles who like this candied style.",,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Flora Springs 12.5,Red,Austria,"A wine that emphasizes the fruity side of Zweigelt, packed with ripe cherries, soft tannins and bright acidity. An easy, ready-to-drink wine. Screwcap.",,,84,Austria,,,Ecker 2006 Zweigelt (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ecker-2006-other-red-zweigelt/,Zweigelt,2006,Ecker 14.5,White,US,"Too soft for balance, and too sweet, with sugary pineapple, lemon and pear flavors. Made to appeal to a popular style.",SLH Estate,25,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Hahn 2009 SLH Estate Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2009-slh-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,Hahn 13.5,Dessert,US,"Sweet in honey, orange, apricot and vanilla flavors, this dessert wine is balanced with crisp acidity. It's an easy wine to drink with fruit.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2010 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2010-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2010,Fetzer 12.5,White,Spain,"Fleshy aromas of citrus, apricot and peach set up a crisp, narrow, citrusy palate of tangerine and orange. There's not a lot of depth or body to this juicy, fleshy, unoaked Rioja white, which finishes citric and fresh. Drink now.",Cortijo III Blanco,10,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Cortijo 2010 Cortijo III Blanco Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortijo-2010-iii-blanco-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2010,Cortijo 14,White,France,"Like a liquid fruit salad, this blend offers assertive notes of ripe peach, mango, melon and banana to the medium- weight mouth. The finish is short but clean.",,12,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,Domaine de Coussergues 2010 Chardonnay-Viognier (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coussergues-2010-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-pays-doc/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2010,Domaine de Coussergues 13.5,Red,US,"Good price for an everyday Cab when you're looking for something red and full-bodied, with enough Cabernet character to get by. Dry and tannic, it has blackberry and currant flavors.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Cable Car NV Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cable-car-nv-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,,Cable Car 13.5,Red,US,"There's a brooding, dark quality that tempts the nose with hints of black fruit, coffee grounds and graham crackers on this Shenandoah Valley red. Savory in style with a dry, medium-bodied palate, the plum compote and dried herb flavors are not deeply concentrated but soft, fine-grained tannins and the dark, earthy finish are pleasant.",Black Label Club CMC Reserve,18,84,Virginia,Shenandoah Valley,,Bogati NV Black Label Club CMC Reserve Red (Shenandoah Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogati-nv-black-label-club-cmc-reserve-red-shenandoah-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,,Bogati 13.5,Red,Spain,"Initially smells like rubber bands, campfire and eventually mocha and hickory. The palate is short and choppy in feel, with narrow, sharp-tasting red fruit flavors along with a noticeable woody element. Finishes oaky, with a forced vanilla flavor.",Vendimia Seleccionada Seleccion,15,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Muriel 2008 Vendimia Seleccionada Seleccion (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muriel-2008-vendimia-seleccionada-seleccion-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodegas Muriel 14,White,Australia,"Full-bodied and richly textured, this Chardonnay is strongly marked by its stay in French oak. Combined with a little bit of bottle age, the result is a wine that lacks a bit of vibrance but compensates with buttery, mushroomy complexity. Drink up.",,20,85,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Stonier 2007 Chardonnay (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonier-2007-chardonnay-mornington-peninsula/,Chardonnay,2007,Stonier 12,White,Spain,"Still not sure what the secret is behind this nonvintage white blend, but my sample was fresh, floral, soft and welcoming. It showed a fleshy but healthy feel and pineapple and green plum flavors. Fresh and sweet on the finish, with enough acidity to work with food. As good as this wine gets.",Mediterranean White,6,85,Catalonia,Catalunya,,René Barbier NV Mediterranean White White (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-barbier-nv-mediterranean-white-white-catalunya-129567/,White Blend,,René Barbier 14.2,Red,US,"A full-bodied, spicy Cabernet, with lots of jammy blackberry and cherry fruit. Drink this robust young wine now.",Top Chef Selection,22,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Quickfire 2007 Top Chef Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quickfire-2007-top-chef-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Quickfire 13.5,White,US,"Sweet and fresh on the nose with a bouquet of apple blossoms and fresh tropical fruit, the Richland Reserve is a dry, full-bodied wine with a good dose of concentrated pineapple flavor. Vibrant acidity and a woody astringency help to keep the alcohol in balance.",Richland Reserve,22,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Potomac Point 2009 Richland Reserve Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/potomac-point-2009-richland-reserve-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2009,Potomac Point 14.2,Red,US,"A soft wine that appeals for its blackberry, currant and oak flavors. Finishes a bit sweet, but it's a fruity, oaky sweetness, not the sugary kind.",Estate Reserve,35,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Marcos Creek 2008 Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-marcos-creek-2008-estate-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,San Marcos Creek 12.5,Sparkling,US,"Mostly Pinot Noir, with some Chardonnay, this is a heavy, scoury sparkling wine. It has raspberry, tangerine and yeast flavors, with some unripe notes.",Rosé,30,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Vertuze NV Rosé Sparkling (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vertuze-nv-rose-sparkling-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,Vertuze 13.5,Red,Spain,"Big and burnt smelling, with charcoal and smoke along with minerality and generic black fruit aromas. Things turn sort of rubbery in the mouth, with chunky blackberry flavors. Finishes with a lactic note along with grabby tannins, weight and rubbery notes.",LZ Viñedos de Lanciego,18,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Telmo Rodríguez 2009 LZ Viñedos de Lanciego (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2009-lz-vinedos-lanciego-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Telmo Rodríguez 14.2,Red,US,"Shows everything you want in a nice coastal Pinot Noir except richness. The acidity is fine, the wine is totally dry, and the texture is silky.",Lot #11,18,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Tangley Oaks 2009 Lot #11 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangley-oaks-2009-lot-11-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Tangley Oaks 14.8,Red,US,"A rustic, briary Cabernet, with tobacco, herb, blackberry, cherry and cedar flavors. The edgy tannins plus the peppery spices certainly make for a brisk mouthfeel.",Estate Grown,35,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2008 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2008-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Mounts 15.2,Red,US,"Fierce tannins compromise this dry wine, smothering the ripe cherry flavors under a coating of astringency. Drink it with richly sauced meats and cheeses.",Estate Grown,35,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2008 Estate Grown Cabernet Franc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2008-estate-grown-cabernet-franc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Mounts 12.9,White,US,"Fresh apples, spring blossoms and yogurt scents make for a deliciously tempting nose. On the palate, it's dry and full bodied, with a good concentration of that fresh apple flavor. The alcohol feels just a tad high, but the acidity is balanced and the finish long with a warm, nutty tone.",La Barrique,24,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2009 La Barrique Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2009-barrique-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2009,Peconic Bay Winery ,White,Spain,"Funky and unusual on the nose, with a hint of wheat bread but little of that ethereal, spunky floral character one looks for in Albariño. Partial malolactic fermentation has given it a creamy body but the flavors just don't say much. Tastes basic, with a dry, peppery finish.",Premium Selection,20,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo de Galegos 2010 Premium Selection Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-galegos-2010-premium-selection-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Pazo de Galegos 12.5,White,Spain,"Smells good and clean, and in the mouth it's fairly smooth. Snappy apple and lime flavors ride on a wave of acidity, while the finish is basic and firm. Nothing exciting but this blend of Verdejo and Viura is steady and gets the job done.",Vega de la Reina,10,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Marqués de la Concordia 2009 Vega de la Reina White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-concordia-2009-vega-reina-white-rueda/,White Blend,2009,Marqués de la Concordia 12.5,Rose,Italy,This is a very pretty and feminine rosé that would pair with grilled tuna in sesame soy sauce or salmon sushi. The wine boasts a delicate pink color backed by aromas of small berry and pink grapefruit.,Pithoi,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Maggiovini 2009 Pithoi Rosé (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maggiovini-2009-pithoi-rose-sicilia/,Rosé,2009,Maggiovini 12.9,Red,US,"Good and dry, but somewhat gritty and tannic. Isn't showing the fleshy appeal you expect from a fine Merlot. The cherry, red licorice and cola flavors have a sour acidity. Drink now.",,34,85,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frog's Leap 2008 Merlot (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2008-merlot-napa-rutherford/,Merlot,2008,Frog's Leap 13.5,White,Chile,"There's not a lot of push or precision to the nose, which is creamy and dull, with vanilla more than fruit. The palate goes heavy on the oak, with creamy vanillin and generic white fruit flavors in front of a buttery vanilla wafer finish. A New World softie with a lot of wood character.",Family Reserva,17,85,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2009 Family Reserva Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2009-family-reserva-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Echeverria 14.5,Red,US,"Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah, the wine is a little rustic, with sharp-edged tannins and jammy cherry-berry flavors. It's a good, lusty wine for drinking now.",Crane Ranch Vineyard Brodatious,36,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crane Brothers 2007 Crane Ranch Vineyard Brodatious Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crane-brothers-2007-ranch-vineyard-brodatious-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Crane Brothers 13.5,White,US,"While the nose is vaguely reminiscent of apple juice concentrate with an abundance of high-toned apple, pineapple and citrus notes, the palate is pleasantly surprising. Dry and full bodied in style, it's elegantly oaked with just a sheen of fresh buttercream layered over fresh apple flavors.",Barrel Fermented,25,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Clovis Point 2007 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clovis-point-2007-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2007,Clovis Point 13.5,Red,Spain,"Soft and fruity at all points that matter. Cherry aromas might be a touch baked, but the medium-bodied palate isn't dull or heavy, while the flavors of raspberry and plum are driving and feature some creaminess. A basic but solid wine for the money.",Barranc dei Rei,9,85,Levante,Valencia,,Angosto 2009 Barranc dei Rei Monastrell (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angosto-2009-barranc-rei-mourvedre-monastrell-valencia/,Monastrell,2009,Angosto ,Red,US,"This is suffused with a strong herbal streak that goes a little too far, hinting at asparagus. Despite a late release, the fruit continues to be in hiding, and the tannins are a bit green. Definitely a Cabernet to drink with a thick, grilled, smoky steak.",Estate,36,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Basel Cellars 13.5,Red,Australia,"A soft, easy-drinking Cabernet, with slightly herbal notes accenting dried fruit, brown sugar and mocha. Not much structure, so drink up over the next several months.",Bin Select 513,10,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Kalbarri 2008 Bin Select 513 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kalbarri-2008-bin-select-513-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kalbarri 12.5,White,Italy,Messapia offers a unique white wine (made with the Verdeca grape variety) that opens with floral aromas of peach blossom and honeysuckle and offers both structure and a touch of sweetness in the mouth. The wine would make a perfect companion to white meat or shellfish.,Messapia,,85,Southern Italy,Salento,,Leone de Castris 2009 Messapia Verdeca (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leone-castris-2009-messapia-italian-white-verdeca-salento/,Verdeca,2009,Leone de Castris 14,Red,Spain,"Roasted and brambly from start to finish. The bouquet is medicinal and leathery, with cherry and berry folded in. It's roasted in the mouth, with brambly, gamy, herbal flavors and not much fruity pop. Loses clarity and fruit the longer it breathes; solid but not special by Priorat standards.",Vino Tinto,20,85,Catalonia,Priorat,,L'Agnet 2008 Vino Tinto Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagnet-2008-vino-tinto-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2008,L'Agnet 12.5,White,France,"With 45,000 cases imported, this Picpoul should be readily available at an attractive price. Soft tropical fruit counters the sharp acidity and salty palate. Finishes clean and limey.",,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Picpoul de Pinet,,La Cave de Pomerols 2010 Picpoul de Pinet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-pomerols-2010-other-white-picpoul-picpoul-pinet/,Picpoul,2010,La Cave de Pomerols 13.8,Red,US,"Soft, fruity and wide open, this is mostly Merlot, with dollops of Cabernet, Cab Franc and Syrah. There is a bloody flavor, raw meat perhaps, along with a vein of purple fruit. Tannins have been smoothed over almost to the point of vanishing.",Sauce Red,13,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Zero One Vintners 2008 Sauce Red Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zero-one-vintners-2008-sauce-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Zero One Vintners 13,Red,Austria,"Light red, playing on the ‘frank' in Blaufränkisch, this has an attractive raspberry flavor, tannins, a touch of pepper and spice and final vivid acidity.",BlauFRANKisch,12,85,Burgenland,,,Winzerkeller Neckenmarkt 2008 BlauFRANKisch Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzerkeller-neckenmarkt-2008-blaufrankisch-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2008,Winzerkeller Neckenmarkt 14.4,Red,US,"A perfectly nice, polished Pinot Noir for drinking now. Shows classic Russian River acidity and ripe flavors of cherries, cola and raspberries, with a pretty coating of toasty oak.",,35,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,WesMar 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wesmar-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,WesMar 13.5,Red,Spain,"Earth and leather aromas lead the charge, with slightly stemmy red berry notes coming on later. The palate is zesty and chippy in feel, with blackberry, cola and pepper flavors that are, for the most part, uncompromised and clean. Finishes juicy and bright.",,10,85,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Volteo 2008 Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volteo-2008-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Volteo 13.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with creamy oak, dill, vanilla and simple berry aromas. Like the basic Beronia '08, this crianza is fairly tart and sheer, with scratchy red fruit character and a zesty, almost scouring finish. Will do best with simple, salty foods. 300,000 cases made, so it's a mass-produced wine.",Crianza,15,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Beronia 2008 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beronia-2008-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2008,Beronia 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Pink like the panther, with light cherry and raspberry aromas that are barely noticeable. Tangy and zesty in the mouth, with somewhat tart, lean raspberry and strawberry flavors. Wet, fresh, colorful and not much more.",Selección Especial Rosé Brut,10,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Marques de Monistrol NV Selección Especial Rosé Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-monistrol-nv-seleccion-especial-rose-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Marques de Monistrol 13.5,Red,Australia,"Pretty good for the price, with scents of smoke and decay—clean compost and button mushrooms—accenting cherry fruit. It's medium bodied, with appropriately soft tannins and just a hint of alcoholic warmth on the finish.",,11,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate 2008 Pinot Noir (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcwilliams-hanwood-estate-2008-pinot-noir-south-eastern/,Pinot Noir,2008,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate 14.4,Red,US,"Aromatics of aged wood and leather armchair with a touch of sweet tobacco, this Cab out of Livermore is rich and full and shows a fair amount of American oak along with an extraordinarily high acidity that seems slightly out of balance.",Reserve,36,85,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,McGrail 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcgrail-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,McGrail 13.5,Red,Spain,"Young, scratchy and sweet on the nose, but overall it's a good taste of easygoing Garnacha. Flavors are sweet and plummy, with blackberry and a touch of creamy vanilla. Finishes candied and thick, with a soft, sweet, short finish.",Picos del Montgó Old Vines,9,85,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Montgó 2009 Picos del Montgó Old Vines Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgo-2009-picos-old-vines-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2009,Montgó 14.5,Red,US,"Tannic and earthy, with a burst of tart black cherry fruit in the midpalate. There is an interesting combination of elements here—the juicy fruit, the earthy accents, the high-toned edge to it all—but it does not knit together. The impression is jagged rather than seamless.",,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Adamant Cellars 2008 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adamant-cellars-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Adamant Cellars 13,White,France,"Ripe and sweet smelling with aromas of vanilla custard and soft buttercream among notes of red apple flesh. Orange oil flavors cut through the heft of the round mouth, with a medium-length finish.",,,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Fortant 2009 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortant-2009-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2009,Fortant 14.9,Red,US,"This is a heavy, jammy Syrah, rich and extacted in raspberry, cherry, blackberry and chocolate flavors. It has plenty of power, but lacks elegance and complexity.",,40,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2008 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2008,Kuleto Estate 13,Red,Australia,"This medium-bodied, crisply acidic Shiraz fits the Hunter style, offering modest berry flavors along with hints of smoke and vanilla. It thins out a bit on the finish, leaving a cranberryish note behind.",,30,85,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hungerford Hill 2009 Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hungerford-hill-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2009,Hungerford Hill 12.5,Rose,France,"Fruit forward and approachable with a medium-weight structure and fresh notes of strawberry, red plum and banana. A slightly bitter citrus pith flavor lingers through the finish. Drink now.",,12,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Languedoc,,Hecht & Bannier 2010 Rosé (Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hecht-bannier-2010-rose-languedoc/,Rosé,2010,Hecht & Bannier 13,Rose,France,"Low-intensity aromas of red cherry and strawberry struggle to make themselves known in the bouquet. The mouth shows more strength in the sharp cranberry and sour cherry flavors, with a bitter watermelon rind accent developing in the end.",Syrah,11,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Le Jaja de Jau 2010 Syrah Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-jaja-jau-2010-syrah-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2010,Le Jaja de Jau 13,White,France,"Red apple skin and soft toasty aromas lead the bouquet of this wine, followed by notes of ripe stone fruit and a sweet spice-accented finish. Drink up.",,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Le Grand Noir 2009 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-grand-noir-2009-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2009,Le Grand Noir 13.2,White,US,"A soft, attractive wine, rich in tropical fruit, honeysuckle, vanilla and spice flavors. A bit sweet and sugary, which makes it pall after a few sips.",,30,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2009 Roussanne (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2009-roussanne-central-coast-paso-robles/,Roussanne,2009,Tablas Creek 14.5,Red,US,"A soft, simple Merlot, pleasing for its soft tannins and spicy berry flavors, with a touch of chocolate. The finish is a little sweet, like cherry granola.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2008 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2008-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2008,Robert Hall 14,Red,Chile,"A bit leathery and cheesy smelling, with black olive and earthy berry aromas. The palate is simple, with medium weight and depth to go with sweet, syrupy flavors of baked plum, chocolate and herbs. Turns sweet and more candied on the finish. Meets expectations.",Reserva,12,85,Maule Valley,,,Chilensis 2009 Reserva Syrah (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilensis-2009-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maule-valley/,Syrah,2009,Chilensis 13.5,White,US,"Straddles the border between a sweet dessert wine and a dry table wine, with some residual sugar to the citrus and tropical fruit flavors. It's nice and clean in acidity.",Selected Vineyards,10,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2009 Selected Vineyards Riesling (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2009-selected-riesling-central-coast/,Riesling,2009,Concannon 12,Sparkling,France,"Named after Julien Dopff who brought Champagne techniques to Alsace, this is soft, sweet and appley, light and refreshing. There is a final attractive crispness.",Cuvée Julien,,85,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Dopff Au Moulin NV Cuvée Julien Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-au-moulin-nv-cuvee-julien-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,,Dopff Au Moulin 12.5,Rose,France,"This rosé smells riper and fuller than most, with strong jammy red berry, banana and strawberry fruit roll-up aromas. The mouth offers more balance than expected through the medium acidity and juicy finish.",Beauvignac Syrah,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Costières de Pomerols 2010 Beauvignac Syrah Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-pomerols-2010-beauvignac-syrah-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2010,Les Costières de Pomerols 13,White,Italy,"This Fiano opens with a faint bouquet but then delivers steady aromas of pear, Golden Delicious apple, honey and peach blossom. There's spicy freshness here at the close that would make this wine a perfect companion to seafood or tuna salad.",Ruah,,85,Southern Italy,Salento,,Santi Dimitri 2010 Ruah Fiano (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santi-dimitri-2010-ruah-italian-white-fiano-salento/,Fiano,2010,Santi Dimitri 12.5,White,Italy,"This bright blend of Biombino Bianco and Fiano opens with herbal notes of chopped basil or oregano and continues with green fruit tones of kiwi and passion fruit. The mouthfeel is crisp, fresh and short.",Bianca Lancia,,85,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Terre Federiciane 2009 Bianca Lancia White (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-federiciane-2009-bianca-lancia-white-puglia/,White Blend,2009,Terre Federiciane 14.5,Red,US,"With a little bit of pomegranate on the nose, followed by some cranberry and cinnamon, this is a standard-issue deep-dark Malbec out of southern Mendocino vineyards.",Terroir Select,26,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Stonehedge 2007 Terroir Select Malbec (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehedge-2007-terroir-select-malbec-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Malbec,2007,Stonehedge 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a sweet, floral-smelling sparkling wine made with the indigenous Catarratto grape of Sicily. Frizzante wines show tonic effervescence with softer, less intense effervescence along the lines of Prosecco.",Satàri Frizzante,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 2009 Satàri Frizzante Catarratto (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticultori-associati-canicatti-2009-satari-frizzante-italian-white-catarratto-sicilia/,Catarratto,2009,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 13.5,Red,Spain,"A bit sharp on the bouquet but with enough bright cherry and raspberry notes to work. There's ample fruit on the palate but also some roughness, and the finish is juicy and lively but also sort of scratchy. A good but limited and simple Tempranillo.",Menguante Roble,14,85,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Viñedos y Bodegas Pablo 2008 Menguante Roble Tempranillo (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-bodegas-pablo-2008-menguante-roble-tempranillo-carinena/,Tempranillo,2008,Viñedos y Bodegas Pablo 13,Red,France,Ripe and juicy with strong strawberry and raspberry flavors to the medium-weight mouth. A hint of sweet spice adds some character and length to the finish. Drink now.,Les Oliviers,12,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,Tortoise Creek 2009 Les Oliviers Pinot Noir (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2009-oliviers-pinot-noir-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2009,Tortoise Creek 14.1,White,US,"Made in the ripe, oaky style, this Chardonnay has buttered popcorn, caramel candy, pineapple marmalade and vanilla flavors. An appealing, direct wine to drink now.",,36,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Family 2008 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-family-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Davis Family 14.5,Red,Australia,"Comes across as a bit lacking in fruit intensity, with vanilla, cedar and menthol notes making up the dominant aromatic components. It's medium in body, finishing dusty and tart.",,14,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Cupcake 2008 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cupcake-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Cupcake 14.1,White,US,"You might think this is a Gewürztraminer, it's so spicy, but no, it's a Viognier, Roussanne and Marsanne blend. Shows easy-to-drink orange, apricot and oak flavors, in addition to those dusty spices.",,35,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Le Mistral 2009 White (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-mistral-2009-white-central-coast-monterey-county/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Le Mistral 11,White,Italy,"Arianna Occhipinti has crafted a full and intense white wine (made with Albanello and Moscato grapes) that opens with a lively bouquet of honeysuckle, white flower, stone and passion fruits. Beyond the nose, however, the wine opens with a cloudy appearance and closes with some almond bitterness.",SP68 Bianco,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Occhipinti 2009 SP68 Bianco White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/occhipinti-2009-sp68-bianco-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2009,Occhipinti 13.5,Red,US,"A simple, useful red blend, dry and supple, with pleasant berry, currant, espresso and spice flavors. Fine as a versatile bistro red, at a nice price.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Cable Car NV Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cable-car-nv-red-other/,Red Blend,,Cable Car 13,Red,Italy,"Made with Mondeuse grapes grown on the tiny island of Pantelleria off the coast of Sicily, this is a strange interpretation with vegetal aromas backed by meaty tones and a dark, concentrated color. Fine tannins appear on the finish with a touch of bitterness on the close.",Kuddia del Moro,56,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Abraxas 2007 Kuddia del Moro Mondeuse (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abraxas-2007-kuddia-moro-other-red-mondeuse-sicilia/,Mondeuse,2007,Abraxas 12,White,France,"This Sauv Blanc is light, brisk and perfectly priced for summer entertaining. Tart green plum flavors and zippy citrus acidity keep things clean and refreshing.",Savvy Sauvignon,9,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,Arrogant Frog 2010 Savvy Sauvignon Sauvignon Blanc (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrogant-frog-2010-savvy-sauvignon-sauvignon-blanc-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Arrogant Frog 13.9,Rose,US,"A bit heavy and sweet, but brisk acidity gives a clean mouthfeel to the raspberry, bacon, cinnamon and clove flavors. Nice now with ham, sausages, roasted chicken.",Upsilon Rosé of,16,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Ampelos 2010 Upsilon Rosé of Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ampelos-2010-upsilon-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2010,Ampelos 13.5,Red,Spain,"Full and grapey on the nose, with chunky, rubbery, slightly burnt aromas. The palate has good size and feel, with raspberry and black plum flavors revolving around a slightly bitter, burnt center. Finishes with oak and vanilla notes.",Hacienda López de Haro,11,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodega Classica 2008 Hacienda López de Haro (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-classica-2008-hacienda-lopez-haro-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodega Classica 13,White,Italy,There's a bright quality of lemon or citrus that emerges first from the nose followed by bright crispness and freshness in the mouth. This naturally zesty wine would pair perfectly with Thai or Chinese foods.,Lalùci,26,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2010 Lalùci Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2010-laluci-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2010,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 12.5,White,Spain,"Crisp apple, peach and minerally aromas are basic. The palate is round, wet and honest, with snappy but capped flavors of apple and citrus. Finishes with regular feel and clarity, but with limited depth of flavor.",,12,85,Levante,Valencia,,Angosto 2009 White (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angosto-2009-white-valencia/,White Blend,2009,Angosto 13.5,White,France,"This is a rich and round white that needs a bit more cut to its overall character. Honeyed peach, buttered toast and heavy cream all abound, screaming for more acidity to liven up the party.",Le Colombier,29,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Chateau Capion 2009 Le Colombier White (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-capion-2009-le-colombier-white-coteaux/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Chateau Capion 13,White,Italy,"This Sicilian blend of Grecanico, Grillo and Chardonnay opens with a luminous golden color and ripe aromas of stone fruit and melon. This easygoing wine feels soft and creamy.",Scurati,19,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Ceuso 2008 Scurati White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceuso-2008-scurati-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,Ceuso 13,White,Spain,"Fresh and healthy for Toro Malvasia, with soft apple and sweet lime flavors. The feel and approach are good, and the wine is acidic but not too much, which helps preserve the mouthfeel. Finishes nice and standard.",,11,85,Northern Spain,Toro,,Cermeño 2009 Malvasia (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cermeno-2009-italian-white-malvasia-toro/,Malvasia,2009,Cermeño 13.5,Red,Spain,"Bramble, mint, herbs and spice accent raspberry and rhubarb aromas. The palate is angular and snappy, with dried leaf, berry, baked plum and peppery flavors. A little raspy, with an acceptable but noticeable burnt/roasted character.",Crianza Tempranillo,13,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Casa de la Reina 2007 Crianza Tempranillo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-reina-2007-crianza-tempranillo-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Casa de la Reina 14,Red,Spain,"Rubbery and leathery, with wet clay aromas and very little fruit on the bouquet. The palate is stretched and tannic, with dry, herbal berry flavors in front of a tight, tannic finish. Just good enough, but for Toro it's nothing to get excited about.",,26,85,Northern Spain,Toro,,Volvoreta 2007 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volvoreta-2007-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,2007,Volvoreta 12.5,Rose,Italy,"Rose Lavì (a rosé wine made with Bombino Nero grapes that are native to southern Italy) is an incredibly floral wine with aromas of rose water or rose essence. The mouthfeel is tight, compact and soft.",Rose Lavì,22,85,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Villa Schinosa 2009 Rose Lavì Rosé (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-schinosa-2009-rose-lavi-puglia/,Rosé,2009,Villa Schinosa 13.5,Red,US,"Ripe red cherries and violets along with a hint of green make for a pleasant nose on this dry, medium-bodied Bordeaux blend. Fresh, nervy acidity amplifies the elegant black cherry and dried herb notes that carry through to an earthy, brambly finish.",Rooster Red,19,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Veramar NV Rooster Red Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramar-nv-rooster-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,,Veramar 14.2,Red,US,"Tough and gritty, lacking finesse. With its blackberry, currant and cedar flavors and dry finish, it's technically correct, but not very exciting.",,36,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Flora Springs 13,Red,Austria,"Softly fruity wine, with spice and juicy flavors. The wine has acidity, red berries and an open, inviting texture. Drink this summer. Screwcap.",Trie Red,15,85,Burgenland,,,Gunter Triebaumer 2010 Trie Red Zweigelt (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gunter-triebaumer-2010-trie-red-other-red-zweigelt-burgenland/,Zweigelt,2010,Gunter Triebaumer 13.5,White,Chile,"Yellow in color, with almost vegetal coastal aromas that suggest canned peas and/or asparagus. The palate has a big, heavy, chunky feel despite decent acidity, and the flavors run toward asparagus and beans. Hangs in there but seems over the top.",Aconcagua Costa Single Vineyard,16,85,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2010 Aconcagua Costa Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2010-aconcagua-costa-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-aconcagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Errazuriz 11.5,Rose,US,"Salmon pink with a tinge of copper, this pretty Cab Franc rosé smells sweetly of dark cherry preserves. Juicy and refreshing but with a deep cherry and plum core, it's the perfect wine for summer entertaining. Drink now.",Dry,10,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Hosmer NV Dry Rosé (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hosmer-nv-dry-rose-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Rosé,,Hosmer 11.5,White,Austria,"A warm style of Grüner, although still full of crisp lemon juice and fresh pear and lime. There is just a hint of pepper. Drink now. Screwcap.",,,85,Burgenland,,,Höpler 2010 Grüner Veltliner (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopler-2010-gruner-veltliner-burgenland/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Höpler ,Red,US,"Spicy entry, with cinnamon and barrel spices pushing the generic red fruit flavors into the background. The blend mixes Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah and Petit Verdot, from diverse appellations; it doesn't quite knit together into a focused wine. The finish is tannic and generic.",Cuvée Red,45,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pura Vida 2008 Cuvée Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pura-vida-2008-cuvee-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Pura Vida 12,White,Spain,"Crisp, clean white wine with few bells and whistles but also no faults. The palate is fresh, light-bodied and fit, with apple, citrus and a juicy lime-driven finish. Very fresh and quaffable.",,8,85,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Maximo 2010 Viura (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximo-2010-spanish-white-viura-vino-tierra-castilla/,Viura,2010,Maximo 13,White,US,"Elegant on the nose with orange peel, black tea and pressed apple cider notes, this dry, full-bodied Pinot Blanc is fresh and balanced with a refreshing lemon juice acidity. Drink now.",,17,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 2009 Pinot Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-2009-pinot-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Palmer 14.7,Red,US,"Based on Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon, with a lot of other varieties, this is a soft, appealing wine. It's light-bodied and slightly sweet, with raspberry, herb, bacon and pepper flavors. Drink now.",Primoroso,30,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Oso Libre 2008 Primoroso Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oso-libre-2008-primoroso-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2008,Oso Libre 13,White,Spain,"Yellowish in color and smells waxy, oaky and slightly oxidized. The palate is sheer and cutting, with choppy, juicy acidity and jumbled flavors of resin, vanilla, apple, lemon and toast. Probably too complicated to rate better, although some oak fans might like it more.",PR 3 Barricas,28,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Pradorey 2008 PR 3 Barricas Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2008-pr-3-barricas-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2008,Pradorey 13.5,White,France,"Dainty aromas of gooseberry, hay and dandelion dance in the bouquet, while more assertive flavors of tangy citrus and green plum fill the lightweight mouth. Drink now.",,12,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine de Coussergues 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coussergues-2010-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Domaine de Coussergues 13.9,Red,US,"This is a heavily extracted wine. It's rich in blackberry, chocolate, bacon and pepper flavors, but feels dense and ponderous, lacking vitality.",Reserve,45,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cleavage Creek 2007 Reserve Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cleavage-creek-2007-reserve-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Cleavage Creek 14,Red,US,"Heavy and extracted. Despite rich blackberry, currant, bacon, pepper and sandalwood flavors, the wine lacks delicacy and balance, especially at this price.",Reserve,45,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cleavage Creek 2006 Reserve Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cleavage-creek-2006-reserve-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,Cleavage Creek 13,Red,Australia,"Winemaker Steve Webber has crafted another high-strung, taut Pinot Noir whose charms are not immediately apparent. Aromas of moss, mushroom and herb are intriguing, but backed by tart cherry and cranberry fruit, leaving an overall impression that's lean and a bit herbal. Try in 2–3 years.",Reserve Release,55,85,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,De Bortoli 2008 Reserve Release Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2008-reserve-release-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,De Bortoli 14.1,Red,US,"Less polished than previous vintages, with heavy, extracted berry, cherry and chocolate flavors that finish sweet. Seems overripe and over-manipulated.",Guyzer Block,38,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Family 2008 Guyzer Block Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-family-2008-guyzer-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2008,Davis Family 13,White,Australia,"This medium-bodied Chardonnay is a worthy weekday drinker, offering hints of sweet corn and citrus. Finishes on a bright, lively note.",The Stump Jump Lightly Wooded,11,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale-Adelaide Hills,,D'Arenberg 2009 The Stump Jump Lightly Wooded Chardonnay (McLaren Vale-Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2009-stump-jump-lightly-wooded-chardonnay-mclaren-vale-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,D'Arenberg 12.5,Red,Spain,"A bit murky and earthy at first, then more attractive and fruity with airing. The palate has a lively snap to it along with flavors of raspberry and plum that are slightly tart but also offer a sweet carob/chocolate offset. Lifted and alive on the finish.",,15,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valdubón 2008 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdubon-2008-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Valdubón 14.2,Red,US,"Shows lots of Dry Creek Zinfandel character in the spiciness and wild, briary, brambly berries. Nice and dry, if a bit direct and overripe.",Visionary,25,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,The Federalist 2008 Visionary Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/federalist-2008-visionary-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,The Federalist 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a spicy, softly fruity Zinfandel that's fun and easy to drink now. The jammy berry and mocha flavors, with their edge of sweet smoky oak, will pair well with grilled meats.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2008 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Sebastiani 13,White,France,"Softly toasted apple skins flesh out the body, with a tangy and somewhat bitter citrus pith cut throughout to keep things lively and refreshing. Drink now.",Réserve St. Martin,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 2009 Réserve St. Martin Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-mediterranee-2009-reserve-st-martin-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2009,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 12,White,Italy,"Zesty and very refreshing, this is the kind of wine you'll want next to your beach armchair on a hot summer afternoon. It's an easy expression with bright aromas of lemon, stone fruit and honey.",Costadune,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,MandraRossa 2010 Costadune Grecanico (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandrarossa-2010-costadune-italian-white-grecanico-sicilia/,Grecanico,2010,MandraRossa 13.5,Red,US,"A rustic, rugged wine, dry and tannic. It shows some good blackberry and black currant flavors, with a hint of cocoa, and is at its best now.",Cote Del Sol,26,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2007 Cote Del Sol Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2007-cote-sol-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Lucas & Lewellen 13.5,White,Chile,"Zesty and lightly citric on the nose, with a hint of asparagus. The palate is tangy and borders on sheering, with lime, grass, kiwi and bell pepper flavors. Quick on the finish, with lasting tarragon and other green herb flavors.",Reserva,12,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Rita 2010 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2010-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Santa Rita 13,White,Italy,"Instead of Pinot Grigio, try Grillo - a native grape of Sicily - with your tuna salad or fried calamari rings. Fresh and zesty, this luminous white wine is redolent of green grass, kiwi, lemon and exotic fruit.",Aquilae,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 2009 Aquilae Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticultori-associati-canicatti-2009-aquilae-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2009,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 14,Red,Australia,"This supple, charming blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon and 44% Merlot displays some prominent tomato-like notes as well as herb- and tobacco-tinged flavors and a bit of drying tannin on the finish.",Three Monks,17,85,Victoria,Victoria,,Taltarni 2007 Three Monks Cabernet Merlot (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-2007-three-monks-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-merlot-victoria/,Cabernet Merlot,2007,Taltarni 14.6,Red,US,"Fruity and sweet, this Syrah has raspberry and cherry jam flavors, sprinkled with cinnamon, cloves and pepper. It's a good, simple wine to drink now.",,38,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Red Car 2008 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-car-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2008,Red Car 13.5,Red,Spain,"Brambly and earthy on the nose, with a juicy palate that offers a red-and-black mix of raspberry and black cherry flavors. Shows a good mouthfeel that's thorough if a bit tangy, with peppery notes to the finish. 60% Tempranillo with Carignan, Graciano and Garnacha.",,12,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Massimo 2008 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massimo-2008-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2008,Massimo 14.5,Red,Australia,"This wine shows some slightly raisiny notes and a bit of alcoholic warmth; otherwise, it's a boldly aromatic Shiraz with faint notes of overripe mulberries, spice and vanilla. Hints of tea come in on the finish. Drink now.",Woodcutter's,22,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Torbreck 2008 Woodcutter's Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torbreck-2008-woodcutters-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Torbreck 15.5,Red,US,"On the hot, sweet side, with high alcohol, caramelized oak and residual sugar combining to make the cherry and raspberry flavors taste like jam.",Estate Grown,25,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rued 2008 Estate Grown Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rued-2008-estate-grown-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Rued 13.5,White,Austria,"Very perfumed, this Sauvignon Blanc is soft and round, warm in character, with lemon and yellow fruit flavors giving richness. The acidity shows slowly, and lingers attractively. Screwcap.",Hofenthal,30,85,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2009 Hofenthal Sauvignon Blanc (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2009-hofenthal-sauvignon-blanc-niederosterreich/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Pratsch 14,Red,Spain,"The nose is a tell-all of what's to come: It's heavy and pasty, with not enough freshness to rally the troops. The palate has grit and weight, but the dark berry flavors are soupy, earthy and stewed. Finishes on the raisiny side, and while this is by no means poor or a disaster, for $50-plus it should be better.",Vendimia Seleccionada,52,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pico Cuadro 2006 Vendimia Seleccionada (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pico-cuadro-2006-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Pico Cuadro 13,Red,France,Simple but clean with an overall juicy red berry and plum character. A touch of earth and black pepper glimmer on the close.,,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Le Grand Noir 2009 Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-grand-noir-2009-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2009,Le Grand Noir 14.3,Red,US,"Expresses Petite Sirah's rustic side, with edgy tannins and easy flavors of ripe, sweet blackberries, cola and spices. Drink now with roasts, cheeses, burgers.",,30,85,California,California Other,California,True Vine 2006 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/true-vine-2006-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2006,True Vine 13.5,White,Australia,"The Riverina is a warm, inland region, but this Chardonnay retains decent freshness, coming across with bright pear and citrus aromas and flavors that carry just a tinge of struck flint. Drink now.",Vision,12,85,New South Wales,Riverina,,Nugan Family Estates 2009 Vision Chardonnay (Riverina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nugan-family-estates-2009-vision-chardonnay-riverina/,Chardonnay,2009,Nugan Family Estates 14.8,Red,US,"A little overripe, with raisin and prune flavors framing wild blackberries. Turns hot and candied in the finish, with lots of dusty spices. A good wine, but lacking breed. Drink now.",Suscol Ranch,42,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Laird 2007 Suscol Ranch Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laird-2007-suscol-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2007,Laird 13,White,US,"Combining scents of sweet fresh apples, lemons and pineapples with a hint of nuts and sweet cream, this Chard shows off some pretty deft oak treatment. Dry and full bodied with refreshing apple flavors, clean minerality and a brisk, lemon acidity, its a well-balanced wine that provides easy drinking.",La Barrique,24,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2008 La Barrique Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2008-barrique-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2008,Peconic Bay Winery 13.5,White,US,"Pineapples and mangoes are tempered by notes of darkly toasted oak and roasted nuts on the nose of this Virginia Chard. Dry and full bodied in style, it boasts some nicely concentrated tropical fruit along with fresh, lemony acidity and some creamy, yogurt flavors. Lush on the tongue but ends on a woody, astringent note.",,22,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Annefield Vineyards 2009 Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/annefield-2009-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,2009,Annefield Vineyards 13.5,Red,Spain,"The initial nose is heavily rubberized, like a fresh car tire; and there's a lot of olive to boot. As it opens, some of that rusticity blows off, leaving a medium-bodied blend of Monastrell, Syrah and Garnacha that tastes herbal, lightly baked and then peppery and roasted on the finish.",La Tribu,12,85,Levante,Valencia,,Angosto 2009 La Tribu Red (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angosto-2009-tribu-red-valencia/,Red Blend,2009,Angosto 14.5,Red,Chile,"Crusty and hard on the nose, with olive, herbs, burnt brush and black fruit aromas. Tight and firm in the mouth, with medicinal flavors of cola, roots and roasted fruit. Blends richness and sweetness with herbal medicinality.",Hacienda Araucano Reserva,12,85,Lolol Valley,,,François Lurton 2009 Hacienda Araucano Reserva Syrah (Lolol Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2009-hacienda-araucano-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-lolol-valley/,Syrah,2009,François Lurton 14,White,Chile,"Chunky Chardonnay with a ton of resin and vanilla. The palate is soft and monontonous in its delivery of oak, resin and banana flavors. The finish is thick and tropical, with creaminess and warmth. Better if you like a sweet, round type of fully oaked Chardonnay; shows the mediocrity of the 2009 vintage.",Marques de Casa Concha,18,85,Limarí Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2009 Marques de Casa Concha Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-marques-casa-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Concha y Toro 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dry, minty and spicy, with a hollowness to the bouquet that's begging for some fruit to fill it out. The mouth is standard and herbal, with tomato, red berry and fatty vanilla flavors. Finishes mellow and tomatoey; fails to evolve and show much fruit.",Crianza,18,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,CVNE 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cvne-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,CVNE 11,White,Spain,"A basic white wine for salads and patio sipping. The nose is neutral except for some apple blossom, while the palate is sheer, lean and features apple, lemon and a slight bitterness. Crisp, healthy but highly regular.",Viña Reboreda,11,85,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Bodegas Campante 2009 Viña Reboreda White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-campante-2009-vina-reboreda-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2009,Bodegas Campante 12.5,Red,Spain,"A little hard and earthy on the nose, with some sawdust. The palate is narrow and lean, with smoky raspberry and roasted plum flavors that teeter toward soupy but hold onto enough freshness to be considered earthy. Fades quickly on the finish; 75% Garnacha and 25% Tempranillo.",Mósen Cleto Crianza,9,85,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Bodegas Aragonesas 2007 Mósen Cleto Crianza Red (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-aragonesas-2007-mosen-cleto-crianza-red-campo-borja/,Red Blend,2007,Bodegas Aragonesas 13.5,Red,Australia,"The best vintage of this wine we've ever reviewed, the 2009 starts with some medicinal notes of black cherries and eucalyptus, then delivers ample black cherry, vanilla and mocha notes in a medium-bodied format. The tannins are supple, making this one medicine that's easy to take.",,8,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Black Swan 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-swan-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Black Swan 12.5,White,Italy,"Easy, fresh and light, this luminous Insolia offers aromas of lemon candy and citrus-flavored soda followed by zesty acidity. Pair this wine with a heaping plate of fried calamari.",,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2010 Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2010-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2010,Baglio di Pianetto 12,White,Italy,"This bright expression of Insolia would make a perfect companion to appetizers or light fish dishes. Aromas include passion fruit and citrus and there's a thick, creamy, almost soapy sensation on the close.",Herea,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Avide 2010 Herea Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avide-2010-herea-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2010,Avide 13.5,White,US,"Good price for a rich Chardonnay. It's filled with ripe pineapple, pear and lime fruit, with sweet, caramelized oak. Made in the popular style, it will appeal to lots of people.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Cable Car 2008 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cable-car-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Cable Car ,Red,US,"Despite the Spanish name and label, this is a Bordeaux blend sourced primarily from the Les Collines vineyard. Slightly soapy, with sandalwood and toast over light berry flavors, it's a quaffable red, but does not have the stuffing or structure to age.",¡Adentro! Red,29,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Castillo de Feliciana 2008 ¡Adentro! Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-feliciana-2008-adentro-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Castillo de Feliciana 14.9,Red,US,"Still tough in tannins and hard in minerals at the age of more than four years, the question about this Cabernet is if it will age. Judging from the modest blackberry jam flavors, the answer is no. Decant it well and drink now.",Reserve,65,86,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Work 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/work-2006-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Work 14.5,Red,Chile,"Brandied black cherry aromas come with firepower, while the palate is dark and full, with good fruit and some burn. Flavors are dark and sweet, with peppery spice. Finishes equally dark, with blackberry and coffee. Familiar and good for a value-priced Cab.",La Joya Reserve,10,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2009 La Joya Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2009-joya-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Viña Bisquertt 14.9,Red,US,"Dry, tannic and soft, this Merlot shows ripe blackberry, cherry and mocha flavors. It's a little rustic in texture, and seems at its best now.",,52,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Foley 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-foley-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Robert Foley 13.9,Red,US,"A dry, sharply brittle wine, with a delicate mouthfeel framing rosehip tea, raspberry, cinnamon and sandalwood flavors. Good, but lacking some complexity. Drink now.",,45,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Red Car 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-car-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Red Car 14,White,Australia,"Plantagenet's 2008 Chardonnay is an ambitiously worked effort filled with toasty, nutty notes and hints of vanilla, sweet corn and tropical fruit. Drink this medium-bodied yet round wine over the next year or two.",,20,86,Western Australia,Great Southern,,Plantagenet 2008 Chardonnay (Great Southern),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2008-chardonnay-great-southern/,Chardonnay,2008,Plantagenet 14.2,White,US,"A little thin, but otherwise a nice, clean, racy Sauvignon Blanc. Has some nice lemon, lime, melon and white pepper flavors that finish dry and zesty.",Lot #7,15,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tangley Oaks 2009 Lot #7 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangley-oaks-2009-lot-7-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Tangley Oaks 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Apple, vanilla and buttercup aromas are harmonious and lead to a driving, acidic palate that's a bit foamy but houses zesty flavors of tart apple and citrus. Crisp as they come, which keeps the palate alive and tingling.",Marrugat Brut,13,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Pinord NV Marrugat Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinord-nv-marrugat-brut-sparkling-cava-129520/,Sparkling Blend,,Pinord 14,Red,Spain,"Blackberry, rubber, dark fruit and a lactic note define the bouquet, which leads to a sizable, full-bodied palate with tea, herb and dark fruit flavors. Seems a little muddled even upon airing, but it sports good acidity along with earthy, toasty, coffee notes on the finish.",Sentido,28,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Neo 2008 Sentido (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neo-2008-sentido-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2008,Neo 14,Red,Chile,"Rooty, sweet and heavily oaked for a $15 blend, with alfalfa, green notes and a blast of root beer float. The palate is tannic and also creamy due to wood resin, with earthy, foresty flavors of olive, leaves, tobacco and mocha. Good but overly oaked and herbal.",Limited Selection,15,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2009 Limited Selection Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2009-limited-selection-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2009,Montes ,White,France,"Lively and aromatic with scents of fresh peaches, red apple flesh and a touch of lime peel. Clean saline flavors flood the mouth, followed by brisk acidity and a mouthwatering close.",Estate Single Vineyard Collection,15,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Domaines Paul Mas 2010 Estate Single Vineyard Collection Picpoul (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-paul-mas-2010-estate-single-vineyard-collection-other-white-picpoul-coteaux/,Picpoul,2010,Domaines Paul Mas 13,Red,France,"Accents of sweet orange oil liven up the rich cherry and red plum aromas. The mouth is light but lively, with a fleeting coffee-infused finish. Drink now.",Réserve Spéciale,15,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Gérard Bertrand 2009 Réserve Spéciale Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2009-reserve-speciale-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2009,Gérard Bertrand 14.5,Red,US,"Sweet and soft, with pleasurable chocolate, raspberry, cherry, granola and caramel flavors. Almost as sweet as a dessert wine. Drink now.",,75,86,California,California Other,California,Galaxy 2007 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galaxy-2007-red-other/,Red Blend,2007,Galaxy 14.1,Red,US,"A little sweet and one-dimensional, but pretty enough, with crowd-pleasing flavors of cherries, chocolate, red currants, spices and smoky oak. Already throwing some sediment, which is no problem. Drink now.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 2008 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2008-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2008,Gainey ,White,US,"Tart and yet sugary at the same time, this has flavors of lemon tea with the sugar not quite dissolved. Fruit flavors of pear and orange are clean and a bit of spritz livens up the mouthfeel.",Cellarmaster's,12,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 2009 Cellarmaster's Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-2009-cellarmasters-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Columbia Winery 13,White,Spain,"Maybe it's already late in this wine's lifespan but the nose has a corny, overly mature set of aromas that fail to convey freshness. The mouth is more zesty and citrusy, with round flavors of orange, tangerine and dry melon. A basic wine without a lot of complexity or finish.",Rebisaca,25,86,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Do Ferreiro 2009 Rebisaca White (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferreiro-2009-rebisaca-white-rias-baixas/,White Blend,2009,Do Ferreiro 11.5,White,Spain,"A Lambrusco-like petillant that's neutral and dry as a bone on the nose except for a pinch of green. The palate has a fine, controlled spritz and lemon-lime flavors. Crisp, citrusy and refreshing, and fairly well executed.",Blanc Pescador,12,86,Spain Other,Spain,,Cavas del Ampurdán NV Blanc Pescador White (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-ampurdan-nv-blanc-pescador-white-other/,White Blend,,Cavas del Ampurdán 13.5,Rose,Italy,"This pretty rosé from the island of Sardinia opens with a pink color and copper highlights and offers fresh aromas of cranberry, raspberry and pink grapefruit. There's a touch of tangy spice on the crisp close.",Serra Lori,13,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Argiolas 2009 Serra Lori Rosé (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiolas-2009-serra-lori-rose-isola-nuraghi/,Rosé,2009,Argiolas 13.5,Red,Spain,"Smells baked and a little sweet, and also a touch raisiny. The palate is fresher and more jumpy due to lively acidity, while the flavors run toward stewed tomato and plum, with herbs on the back end. Solid, composed and spicy on the finish, with dill and tomato.",Conde de Valdemar Crianza,15,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2007 Conde de Valdemar Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2007-conde-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Bodegas Valdemar 15.8,Red,US,"Checking in at a whopping 15.8% alcohol, this take-no-prisoners Merlot marries Port-like fruit to ripe, rich, massive tannins and a chocolaty wash of oak. There is enough acid to hold it all together—in fact, it may profit from another year or two in bottle. But the sheer weight of the alcohol makes it a wine to sip rather than guzzle.",,22,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2008 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2008,Airfield Estates 14.5,Red,US,"A smooth, spicy Syrah to drink now. It has a leathery, gamy edge to the blackberries and black cherries, and finishes sweet in fruity essence.",Lot 205,13,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 205 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-205-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2009,Cameron Hughes 13.5,White,Spain,"A lot of toasty oak on the nose announces this wine's barrel-fermented roots, and additional lemon and apple aromas are classy. In the mouth, however, it runs narrow, with sugary, almost late-harvest flavors of honey, mango and pineapple. A different style of Godello that's sweet and soft. Drink now.",,30,86,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Avanthia 2009 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avanthia-2009-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2009,Avanthia 12,White,Italy,"From the Gravina appellation in Puglia (southern Italy), this charming blend of Greco (60%) and Malvasia (40%) opens with easy aromas of pear, Golden Delicious apple and drying mineral or talc powder. It's tonic and fresh in the mouth and would pair with tomato bruschetta and fresh basil.",Gravina,10,86,Southern Italy,Gravina,,Botromagno 2009 Gravina White (Gravina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botromagno-2009-gravina-white-gravina/,White Blend,2009,Botromagno 14.9,Red,US,"Borra's Fusion is a bottle full of Lodi's traditional varietals. It's got plenty of Petite Sirah's dustiness with the earthiness of the other varieties fighting through, but the fruit feels a bit overtaken by the 14.9% alcohol.",Fusion,18,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Borra 2008 Fusion Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borra-2008-fusion-red-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,2008,Borra ,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc is sourced from the estate's Pheasant Run vineyard. Aromas offer a mature mix of baking spices, dusty cocoa and chocolate-covered cherries. The flavors thin out from there, seeming to drop into a chocolate/tannin echo chamber. Not unpleasant, but lacking the depth and texture that have been there in the past.",Estate Merriment Red Wine,48,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Basel Cellars 2007 Estate Merriment Red Wine Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basel-cellars-2007-estate-merriment-red-wine-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Basel Cellars 14,Red,Spain,"Rubber, smoke and a bit of char combine to give this Garnacha-Graciano blend a hard exterior. The palate is reasonably round, with roasted berry flavors. Finishes a little stewy and slightly tomatoey and herbal, but overall it's a good wine with true Navarran character.",Sur,15,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Inurrieta 2006 Sur Garnacha-Graciano (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inurrieta-2006-sur-red-blend-garnacha-graciano-navarra/,Garnacha-Graciano,2006,Inurrieta 14.4,Red,US,"A good Zinfandel, dry and a little rustic. With edgy tannins, it has berry, cherry, spice, tobacco and sandalwood flavors, with a long, sweet finish.",,22,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hobo 2009 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hobo-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Hobo 13.5,Red,Australia,"Rather sturdily built for Pinot Noir, with medium body, a slightly syrupy mouthfeel and some dusty tannins on the finish. Smoke, cherry and graham cracker notes are likeable but a bit simple.",Red Claw,28,86,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Yabby Lake Vineyard 2009 Red Claw Pinot Noir (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yabby-lake-vineyard-2009-red-claw-pinot-noir-mornington-peninsula/,Pinot Noir,2009,Yabby Lake Vineyard 14.5,Red,Chile,"Seems less fruity and clean than in the past, with earthy, damp, charred aromas and herbal notes. It's hard and scratchy on the palate, with rough, herbal flavors of red berries and currant. Shows a distinct tomato/herbal character on the finish.",La Capilla Single Vineyard,25,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2008 La Capilla Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2008-capilla-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Viu Manent 12.5,Sparkling,France,"With its lighter bottle (to reduce the carbon footprint of transport), this is described as a “greener” Champagne. In terms of taste, it is attractively soft, with flavors of baked apple and a tangy orange zest texture.",Pop Earth Brut,55,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery NV Pop Earth Brut (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-nv-pop-earth-brut-champagne-128174/,Champagne Blend,,Pommery 7,White,Spain,"Made in the Moscato d'Asti style, with lemon-lime aromas and bubbles akin to Sprite. The palate features high citric acids and foaminess along with tangy lemon-lime and green apple flavors. Good on the finish due to the acidity and good overall for a Spanish version of sparkling Moscato.",Mediterraneo de Pinord,13,86,Spain Other,Spain,,Pinord NV Mediterraneo de Pinord Moscato (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinord-nv-mediterraneo-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,,Pinord 13.5,Red,Spain,"Racy cherry and red plum aromas are a bit fiery and jumpy, while the palate is forward and juicy, with sweet berry fruit flavors that carry a bit of vanilla from three months of oak aging. Fades fast on the finish, leaving a touch of caramel flavor.",Old Vine,12,86,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Monastir 2008 Old Vine Tempranillo (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monastir-2008-old-vine-tempranillo-carinena/,Tempranillo,2008,Monastir 15.2,Red,US,"Sourced from Les Collines and Spofford Station, this pure Syrah opens with classic Walla Walla flavors of compost and strawberries. It's full in front, thin in the back, fading into a rather tight, lightly herbal, astringent finish, with an echo of vitamin pill. More bottle age may broaden it out a bit, but best to decant it.",Hip Hip,24,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Overbluff Cellars 2008 Hip Hip Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/overbluff-cellars-2008-hip-hip-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Overbluff Cellars 12,White,Austria,"Attractive green fruit and citrus flavors. It has just a touch of pepper to go with its intensely fresh apple-skin-textured character. Bone dry, with lively acidity.",Kremser Freiheit,,86,Niederösterreich,,,Nigl 2008 Kremser Freiheit Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nigl-2008-kremser-freiheit-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2008,Nigl 14.9,White,US,"Could finish drier, as there's a sugary sweetness throughout. But a lemony scour of acidity helps, and the flavors are extraordinarily rich, suggesting lemon meringue pie and pineapple marmalade.",,56,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Alpha Omega 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-omega-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Alpha Omega 13,White,Italy,"Made with organically grown grapes, this Chardonnay from Puglia shows bright aromas of stone fruit, citrus and almond skin. Agrinatura takes a 360-degree approach to agriculture with all sorts of crops, including grapevines, produced in harmony with the territory and local cultural traditions.",Giancarlo Ceci,,86,Southern Italy,Castel del Monte,,Agrinatura 2009 Giancarlo Ceci Chardonnay (Castel del Monte),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agrinatura-2009-giancarlo-ceci-chardonnay-castel-monte/,Chardonnay,2009,Agrinatura 12.5,White,Spain,"The price is too elevated given that the wine is simple and already fading. Aromas of peach and melon are soft and a touch mealy, and so is the palate, which has a flat feel and flavors of papaya, melon and apple. Finishes pulpy and with the first hints of maderization.",Leirana,40,86,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Forjas del Salnés 2009 Leirana Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forjas-salnes-2009-leirana-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Forjas del Salnés 12,Sparkling,France,"A sweet, soft rosé, with strawberry flavors, light acidity and a full-bodied feel. The finish is relatively sweet.",Brut Rosé Premier Cru,60,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Forget-Brimont NV Brut Rosé Premier Cru (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forget-brimont-nv-brut-rose-premier-cru-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Forget-Brimont 13.5,Red,Austria,"Firmly tannic in style, a still-young wine. It has acidity, black plum skins and a dense texture. The acidity gives freshness, although the main element is the structure, the fruit needing a year to develop. Screwcap.",,17,86,Burgenland,,,Gunter Triebaumer 2010 Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gunter-triebaumer-2010-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2010,Gunter Triebaumer 13.9,White,US,"Pale gold in color, Keswick's standard label Viognier smells sweetly of honeysuckle and pineapple with notes of smoke and toasted wood. Dry and full bodied in style, there's a pleasant concentration of pineapple and quince flavors, along with hints of sweet cream and butter on the finish. Drink now.",,19,86,Virginia,Monticello,,Keswick Vineyards 2009 Viognier (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keswick-2009-viognier-monticello/,Viognier,2009,Keswick Vineyards 13.5,White,Italy,"Nicely balanced and tart, this versatile white wine made from the Fiano grape could pair with fish, appetizers, spicy food or salads. it delivers aromas of pear, peach and Golden Delicious apple.",,10,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,MandraRossa 2010 Fiano (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandrarossa-2010-italian-white-fiano-sicilia/,Fiano,2010,MandraRossa 12.5,Red,US,"A perfectly quaffable but not otherwise remarkable blend from old El Dorado-area vines. Outlaw is the work of Tiger LIly Winery, which back in the 1850s was one of the better known wineries in California. Interesting to note? The alcohol on this wine is listed at 12.5%, something worth trying perhaps just for that.",Outlaw,45,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Tiger Lily 2009 Outlaw Red (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiger-lily-2009-outlaw-red-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Tiger Lily ,Red,US,"Tight and sharp, this brings just barely ripe flavors of cranberry and sour raspberry. It just seems to have missed ripening by a hair, but the result strips the wine of the sort of complexity seen in 2007, leaving very tart, clean, monochromatic fruit flavors.",Patina Vineyard,32,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Sapolil Cellars 2008 Patina Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sapolil-cellars-2008-patina-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Sapolil Cellars 13.5,White,Chile,"Tropical and also plump and melony from nose to palate. Round and soft in the mouth, with sweet mango and tangy grapefruit flavors. Seems a little flat and wanting on the finish, which is sweet and candied.",Amplus,18,86,Leyda Valley,,,Santa Ema 2010 Amplus Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2010-amplus-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Santa Ema ,Red,US,"Rich in jammy raspberries and cherries, with an oaky overlay. Won't disappoint fans of ripe California fruit. A wine to drink now.",Crane Ranch Vineyard,30,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crane Brothers 2007 Crane Ranch Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crane-brothers-2007-ranch-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Crane Brothers ,Red,US,"A good everyday entry, this delivers honest fruit flavors that are spared the fake oak treatment. Cassis, black cherry, a light tobacco note, some fungus and dark, firm tannins combine gracefully. There is enough going on here to go head to head with a decent steak, and not vanish into the ether.",Quail Series,9,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2008 Quail Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2008-quail-series-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Covey Run 12.5,Rose,US,"Full of ripe red strawberry and plum notes on both the nose and palate, Comtesse Thérèse's Blanc de Noir is just a touch sweeter and softer than their regular rosé. Full bodied with a bright raspberry finish.",Blanc de Noir,21,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Comtesse Thérèse 2008 Blanc de Noir Rosé (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comtesse-therese-2008-blanc-noir-rose-long-island-north-fork/,Rosé,2008,Comtesse Thérèse ,Red,US,"There is a surprising amount of fruit showing here; youthful, grapey, sweet and clean. The middle is a bit hollow, but the tannins kick back in for a smooth finish, with some charcoal and smoke filtering through.",Two Vines,8,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Columbia Crest 2009 Two Vines Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2009-two-vines-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Columbia Crest 13.5,White,France,"Forward and enticing with ripe scents of stone fruit and melon alongside a soft sweet grass accent. Medium weight with a balanced richness to the mouth and a clean, softly spiced finish.",dA,12,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Astruc 2010 dA Viognier (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-astruc-2010-da-viognier-pays-doc/,Viognier,2010,Domaines Astruc 14,White,Chile,"A bit heavy and fleshy on the nose, with a wheaty, toasted apple palate that is full, lush and kind of clunks along on its way to a butterscotch- and pith-driven finish. Much softer and more lackluster than the excellent, eye-catching 2008.",Legado Reserva,16,86,Limarí Valley,,,De Martino 2009 Legado Reserva Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2009-legado-reserva-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,De Martino 13.5,Red,US,"No fruit sources are cited, but the vintage and the herbal undertones suggest Yakima Valley grapes. It's a well-crafted wine that softens the tannins enough to give the shy red fruit a chance to shine. Pale cherry flavors are balanced against the acids and tannins; with no tricks or frills.",,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Castle Rock 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Castle Rock 13.5,Red,Spain,"Solid on the nose, with red fruit aromas, mild earth and leather. The palate is snappy and zesty, with bright acidity pushing raspberry and plum flavors. Tastes and feels right on the finish; perfectly nice for a $9 wine. The blend is 80% Tempranillo and 20% Syrah.",,9,86,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Tienen Duende 2009 Red (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tienen-duende-2009-red-campo-borja/,Red Blend,2009,Tienen Duende 14,Red,Spain,"Unusual aromatics for Ribera include minty blueberry and something suggesting metal and chemical. The palate is better despite smack-down tannins and briary raspberry flavors. Has some short circuits as it tries to present an elevated, $30 impression of a distinct wine region.",Crianza,30,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valduero 2007 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valduero-2007-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2007,Valduero 14,Red,US,"Combines pastry-filling raspberry and cherry fruit with zippy acidity to give it a sweet-sour taste and prickly feeling. An okay Pinot for drinking now with salty, umami-rich foods.",,29,86,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Sinor-LaVallee 2008 Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinor-lavallee-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sinor-LaVallee 16,Dessert,US,"This is a very sweet wine, with a honeyed, sugary taste to the tangerines and apricots. It has zesty, balancing acidity, but, at this price for a half bottle, disappoints for failing to concentrate the flavors all the way through.",Botrytised,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Work 2009 Botrytised Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/work-2009-botrytised-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Work 13,Red,Austria,"With flavors of crushed strawberries mingling with tannins, here is a wine that feels forward, fruity, with an attractive core of dryness.",Edition Chremisa Sandgrube 13,24,86,Niederösterreich,,,Winzer Krems 2008 Edition Chremisa Sandgrube 13 Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winzer-krems-2008-edition-chremisa-sandgrube-13-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2008,Winzer Krems 13.5,White,US,"A good Chardonnay, modestly oaked, with pleasant flavors of lemons, pineapples, buttered toast and cinnamon spice. Brisk acidity makes it finish bright and clean.",,19,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wine Spots 2009 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-spots-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2009,Wine Spots 14.4,Red,US,"This bottling from Garys' has been quite variable over the years for Miner, and the '09 is a disappointment. Pale in color and surprisingly light in body for the vineyard, it shows delicious but somewhat one-dimensional raspberry and cherry flavors that finish a bit sweet and jammy.",Garys' Vineyard,60,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Miner 2009 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2009-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Miner 14.1,Red,US,"This Cab is ripe and clean, but heavy and over-worked. It offers jammy raspberry, cherry and blackberry flavors, wrapped into firm but supple tannins, with the inevitable coating of sweet oak.",Uvas Valley Vineyard,42,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Sensorium 2007 Uvas Valley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sensorium-2007-uvas-valley-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sensorium 13,White,Spain,"Peach is the lead aroma on the nose, which is also a bit heavy and slightly vegetal. Full and chunky in the mouth, with pithy, mildly bitter apple and melon flavors. Finishes soft and pithy. One of the more fuller-bodied Albariños out there.",Pazo Barrantes,19,86,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo de Barrantes 2009 Pazo Barrantes Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-barrantes-2009-barrantes-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Pazo de Barrantes 13.5,Red,Italy,"This interesting Primitivo shows some jammy fruit elements of strawberry and blackberry followed by more delicate tones of spice or green pepper corn. The wine is soft and smooth with a raw, chewy finish.",Old Vines,11,86,Southern Italy,Puglia,,La Corte 2009 Old Vines Primitivo (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-2009-old-vines-zinfandel-primitivo-puglia/,Primitivo,2009,La Corte 12.5,White,Austria,"A wonderfully friendly wine, with great acidity and a light perfume. Flavors of spiced pear, nutmeg segue to a delicious light, fresh finale. Screwcap.",Trie White,15,86,Burgenland,,,Gunter Triebaumer 2010 Trie White White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gunter-triebaumer-2010-trie-white-white-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian white blend,2010,Gunter Triebaumer 14,Red,Chile,"Medicinal and brushy on the nose, with olive, sweet berry notes and jamminess. The palate is weighty and thick, with medicinal, lactic flavors of black fruits mixed with herbs, olive and pepper. Finishes short, creamy and herbal.",Limited Edition,20,86,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2009 Limited Edition Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2009-limited-edition-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Viña Pérez Cruz 12.5,Sparkling,Chile,"Dusty and citrusy on the nose, with flow and feel to the mouth. It tastes a bit sweet but it's certainly friendly, with apple, pear and spice flavors. Finishes in good form, with candied sweetness due to some extra residual sugar. Made from 95% Chardonnay and 5% Pinot Noir.",Brut,15,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,Viña La Rosa NV Brut Sparkling (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-rosa-nv-brut-sparkling-cachapoal-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,Viña La Rosa 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Almost red in color, with clean, fruity aromas that are sweet and generic but maintain a semblance of freshness. The palate is good if a touch flat, with red apple and red plum flavors. Holds its posture on the finish; drink this year.",Molendores Rosado Prieto Picudo,13,86,Northern Spain,Tierra de León,,Villacezan 2010 Molendores Rosado Prieto Picudo Rosé (Tierra de León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villacezan-2010-molendores-rosado-prieto-picudo-rose-tierra-leon/,Rosé,2010,Villacezan 14.1,White,US,"Classic Edna Valley Chardonnay, dry, minerally and crisp in acidity, with strong, upfront tangerine, pineapple and pear flavors. A clean, brisk and tasty Chardonnay for drinking now with salmon or ham.",,16,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Fossil Point 2009 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fossil-point-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Fossil Point 13.5,Red,Italy,"Black label, or “Etichetta Nera,” is a compact and fresh expression of Frappato and Nero d'Avola executed in a traditional and understated matter. There are aromas of caper and green olive and there's a touch of lively tartness on the close.",Etichetta Nera,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Cerasuolo di Vittoria,,Avide 2008 Etichetta Nera (Cerasuolo di Vittoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avide-2008-etichetta-nera-red-cerasuolo-vittoria/,Red Blend,2008,Avide 13.5,Red,Italy,A green note of caper or olive appears first on the nose of this ruby-colored Nero d'Avola. The wine shows soft tannins and enough freshness to pair with Sicilian eggplant caponata.,Donnatà,17,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Alessandro di Camporeale 2009 Donnatà Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alessandro-camporeale-2009-donnata-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2009,Alessandro di Camporeale 13,Red,US,"With a nose full of red cherry cola, coffee grinds and a hint of bramble, this unique red blend is an intriguing Long Island pick. Dry and medium bodied in style, there's a nice intensity of fresh red plum flavors, accented by herbs, fresh acidity and mild but mouthcoating tannins.",,21,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bouké 2008 Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouke-2008-red-long-island-north-fork/,Red Blend,2008,Bouké 12.5,White,Italy,"This luminous blend of Greco and Malvasia opens with a fragrant bouquet of white flowers, peach blossom, citrus, lemon rind and almond blossom. The wine is compact and streamlined with a bright crisp finale.",Gravina,10,86,Southern Italy,Gravina,,Botromagno 2010 Gravina White (Gravina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botromagno-2010-gravina-white-gravina/,White Blend,2010,Botromagno 13.5,Red,Spain,"Leafy and smoky on the nose, with a firm, crusty topping. The palate is driving but has sheering acidity, while the palate shows blazing cherry, plum and tomato flavors. Oak lends caramel and toffee to a burning finish; a penetrating, somewhat punishing blend of five grapes led by Tempranillo.",Marboré,30,86,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Bodegas Pirineos 2004 Marboré Red (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-pirineos-2004-marbore-red-somontano/,Red Blend,2004,Bodegas Pirineos 12,White,US,"Bursting with tropical fruit on the nose and palate, this dry, medium-bodied blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay is unabashedly fun. With so much guava, mango and pineapple flavor, and something reminiscent of a lime and coconut cocktail, it's admittedly a bit confected but would be hard to resist at a summer barbecue or picnic at the beach.",Gratitude White Table Wine,12,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Imagine Moore 2009 Gratitude White Table Wine White (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagine-moore-2009-gratitude-white-table-wine-finger-lakes/,White Blend,2009,Imagine Moore 14.3,Red,US,"From the Portteus vineyard, this offers deep fruit flavors from older vines. Cassis, blueberry, black cherry and more are sunk into a bed of smoke and coffee grounds. Though it's a bit stark and unsophisticated, the fruit shines, highlighted with some sharp volatility.",Winemaker's Select,35,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Adamant Cellars 2008 Winemaker's Select Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adamant-cellars-2008-winemakers-select-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Adamant Cellars 13.8,White,US,"Subtle on the nose with hints of pineapples, toast and vanilla, this dry, full-bodied Viognier is surprisingly refreshing on the palate with a wonderful core of fresh apple and pineapple flavors. Brisk lemony acidity and pleasant lemon pith astringency balance out the 13.8% abv. Drink now.",,26,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Annefield Vineyards 2009 Viognier (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/annefield-2009-viognier-virginia/,Viognier,2009,Annefield Vineyards 12.5,Rose,France,"White strawberry, hibiscus petals and soft garrigue notes are framed against a creamy and full structure. A touch of spice shines through on the finish, but overall the wine is lively and refreshing.",,16,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château du Donjon 2010 Rosé (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-donjon-2010-rose-minervois/,Rosé,2010,Château du Donjon 14.1,Red,US,"A flamboyant, sweetly fruity wine, brimming with jammy raspberry and cherry flavors, liberally oaked. Made in an approachable style for drinking now.",,28,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Box Car 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/box-car-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Box Car 13.5,Red,Spain,"A little funky and damp smelling initially, with leather and herbal notes to go with standard blackberry aromas. The palate is warm, full and solid, with sweet but regular black fruit flavors in front of a cherry/berry finish. Totally generic for Rioja but still good.",Dominio de la Plana,13,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Luis Gurpegui Muga 2009 Dominio de la Plana (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-luis-gurpegui-muga-2009-dominio-plana-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2009,Bodegas Luis Gurpegui Muga 13,White,Australia,"Fresh and light-bodied in style, with ripe tropical fruit and citrus taking center stage. It's a well-made, fruit-driven white at an affordable price.",Promised Land Unwooded,12,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Wakefield 2009 Promised Land Unwooded Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2009-promised-land-unwooded-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2009,Wakefield 14,Red,Italy,"This well-priced Nero d'Avola makes for a fresh and informal wine that could pair nicely next to pork chops or pasta with tomato and ground veal sauce. The wine shows bright berry aromas with a chewy, succulent mouthfeel.",Aquilae,12,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 2009 Aquilae Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticultori-associati-canicatti-2009-aquilae-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2009,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 14,Red,Italy,"This is a green and sharp expression of Cabernet Sauvignon that shows some unripe aromas of green pepper and laurel leaf behind forest berry and blackberry. In the mouth, however, the wine is silky and smooth.",Aquilae,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 2009 Aquilae Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticultori-associati-canicatti-2009-aquilae-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 15.5,Red,US,"With alcohol listed at 15.5%, it is reasonable to expect this Cab to fill the palate with rich, lush fruit. It falls a bit short, feeling tight and tannic. The tart berry fruit quickly runs into astringent, rather hard tannins, hinting at bitter seeds. Perhaps more time in the bottle will help to fill it out.",Wild Sky,30,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Zero One Vintners 2008 Wild Sky Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zero-one-vintners-2008-wild-sky-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Zero One Vintners 12,White,Austria,"There is plenty of typical herbaceous character here, although the wine does seem a little raw at this stage. It needs to calm its very fruity character to let the grapefruit flavors come out. Glass stopper.",,13,86,Burgenland,,,Zantho 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zantho-2010-sauvignon-blanc-burgenland/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Zantho 12.5,White,Spain,"Citrus aromas mix with hints of honey and apple. The palate is short but offers good freshness. Crisp and lean in terms of flavors, with notes of orange and lemon-lime. Citrusy and minerally on the finish. Verdejo with 30% Viura.",,11,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Viña Cimbrón 2009 Verdejo-Viura (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cimbron-2009-white-blend-verdejo-viura-rueda/,Verdejo-Viura,2009,Viña Cimbrón 13,White,Italy,"A unique blend of Bombino Bianco (from the deep south of Italy) and Incrocio Manzoni (a variety born in the far north), this is the only wine of its kind. It delivers a crisp, compact feel and plenty of citrus and peach.",Biancone,22,86,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Villa Schinosa 2009 Biancone White (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-schinosa-2009-biancone-white-puglia/,White Blend,2009,Villa Schinosa 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A pretty good sparkling wine, made from classic varieties. It's a little scoury and sweet, but nice and crisp, with tangerine, raspberry, yeast and toast flavors.",Brut,30,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Vertuze NV Brut Sparkling (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vertuze-nv-brut-sparkling-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,Vertuze 13.9,White,US,"Shows the acidity and minerality that mark fine Dry Creek Sauvignon Blanc. The flavors are rich, suggesting lemons, limes, pineapples and vanilla cream. Could be drier, as it finishes with a honeyed sweetness.",Preston Vineyards,18,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Horse & Plow 2010 Preston Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2010-preston-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Horse & Plow ,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend sourced from several Red Mountain vineyards. Firm and tight, it has good balance and a mix of rather pale red fruits. The palate impression is good at first, but quickly fades; the wine seems to lose focus as soon as it hits the tongue.",Cuvée Red,45,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pura Vida 2007 Cuvée Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pura-vida-2007-cuvee-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Pura Vida 14.9,Red,US,"Dusty, earthy with a little bit of spice, a perfectly fine Syrah out of El Dorado's Perry Creek Winery.",Altitude: 2401,28,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 2008 Altitude: 2401 Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2008-altitude-2401-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,2008,Perry Creek 14.2,Red,US,"Sweet scents of milk chocolate and coffee accent the ripe red fruits on the nose of this Merlot-based Bordeaux-style blend. Dry and full bodied in style, the palate is awash in fresh ripe plums and cherries that linger pleasantly with a vibrant acidity and mouth-coating tannins.",Lowerre Family Estate,56,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2007 Lowerre Family Estate Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2007-lowerre-family-estate-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Peconic Bay Winery 15.2,Red,US,"A bit hot and overripe, with chocolate-covered raisin and prune tastes that veer into Port. The wine is bone dry, however, with hard, astringent tannins.",,75,86,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,O'Shaughnessy 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oshaughnessy-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,O'Shaughnessy 12.5,White,Spain,"Generic smelling, with simple melon and citrus aromas. The palate has the right level of tang and acidity, which uplifts apple, nectarine and gooseberry flavors. Tight on the finish, with lock-down acids. Very zesty stuff; a mix of Sauvignon Blanc and Verdejo.",Bl8 Birlocho,10,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Pradorey 2010 Bl8 Birlocho Verdejo-Sauvignon Blanc (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2010-bl8-birlocho-white-blend-verdejo-sauvignon-blanc-rueda/,Verdejo-Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Pradorey 15.5,Red,Spain,"Pointed and fresh on the nose despite a whopping and seemingly heavy 15.5% alcohol level. Given its weight class, sweetness on the bouquet and palate are not unexpected; flavors run toward candied cherry and raspberry, and as a whole it's all about sweet, bouncy red fruit and friendliness.",,9,86,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Retorno 2009 Garnacha (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/retorno-2009-grenache-garnacha-calatayud/,Garnacha,2009,Retorno 14.4,Red,US,"This is a soft, sweetly candied wine, with raspberry, cherry, sweet prosciutto, peppery spice and sandalwood flavors. Easy to drink with steaks, chops, mushroom risotto.",The Porterhouse,30,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Comartin 2008 The Porterhouse Syrah-Grenache (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comartin-2008-porterhouse-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-central-coast/,Syrah-Grenache,2008,Comartin 14.3,Red,US,"Heavy and direct, a soft, rich Pinot Noir with Grenache-type flavors of cherries. Good and enjoyable for drinking now.",,32,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Talley 2008 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Talley 13.5,White,US,"Soft and sweetly fruity, in the California style, with delicious orange, peach, pear, vanilla and buttered toast flavors. Viognier, Roussanne, Marsanne and Grenache Blanc.",Cotes de Tablas Blanc,25,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2009 Cotes de Tablas Blanc White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2009-cotes-blanc-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Tablas Creek 13,Red,Australia,"Made in a rather delicate style, this wine's cherry, cranberry and herb-inflected shadings are framed by silky tannins. The fruit is fresh and mouthwatering, picking up hints of tea on the finish. Drink now.",,30,86,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Robert Oatley 2009 Pinot Noir (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-oatley-2009-pinot-noir-mornington-peninsula/,Pinot Noir,2009,Robert Oatley 14.5,White,US,"An eccentric Chardonnay. It's certainly not shy, offering a blast of pineapple, Meyer lemon and Asian pear fruit flavors, brightened with good acidity and elaborated with oak. The trick with this kind of Chardonnay is to make it finish dry. This one doesn't.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rued 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rued-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Rued 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"A little heavy and reedy smelling, with plum and eggy, yeasty aromas. The palate has a good but regular feel and nectarine and raspberry flavors. It's a touch foamy and overactive on the tongue, with a finish of cherry cola and pepper dust.",Mas Fi Brut Rose,12,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Masachs NV Mas Fi Brut Rose Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masachs-nv-mas-fi-brut-rose-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Masachs 12.8,White,Australia,"This medium-bodied, slightly viscous Chardonnay displays restrained alcohol (12.8%) and little obvious oak influence. Tropical fruit notes are edged with grapefruit and lime, leaving a fresh impression on the finish. Drink now.",Tic Tok,14,86,New South Wales,Mudgee,,James Oatley 2008 Tic Tok Chardonnay (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-oatley-2008-tic-tok-chardonnay-mudgee/,Chardonnay,2008,James Oatley 12.5,Rose,France,"A blend of 40% Syrah, 40% Grenache and 20% Cinsault, this value AOC rosé is fresh and lively with soft herbal notes integrated nicely with the rhubarb and cherry fruit flavors. Medium weight with a juicy finish; drink now.",,11,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Les Deux Rives 2010 Rosé (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deux-rives-2010-rose-corbieres/,Rosé,2010,Les Deux Rives 13.5,Red,France,"Here's a rich and decadent Pinot with loads of muddled red berry notes mixed with assertive vanilla and sweet cigar tobacco spice. Juicy red cherry flavors flood the palate, while the finish is lifted by fresh garrigue herbs.",,16,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Thongue,,Les Chemins de Bassac 2009 Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Thongue),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chemins-bassac-2009-pinot-noir-vin-pays-cotes-thongue/,Pinot Noir,2009,Les Chemins de Bassac 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Creamy, sweet aromas of cola and cassis are more generic than compelling, while the palate is soft, creamy and sports flavors of mocha and syrupy dark fruit. Hints of marshmallow and root beer accent the wine's sweet berry DNA, while the finish is regular. Good but a little sweet and sticky.",,14,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Kaiken 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaiken-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kaiken 13.9,Red,US,"Elegant and rich, but too acidic, almost unnaturally, giving the wine a sour cherry and raspberry Lifesaver candy tartness. This sharpness will probably never disappear.",McDougall Vineyard,48,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kutch 2009 McDougall Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kutch-2009-mcdougall-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kutch 13.5,White,Italy,"This easygoing Sicilian expression of Viognier (a French grape that does well in hot climates) opens with creamy aromas of peach and apricot, followed by yellow rose and lemon blossom. Pair the wine with fragrant Thai curry and basil.",,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,MandraRossa 2010 Viognier (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandrarossa-2010-viognier-sicilia/,Viognier,2010,MandraRossa 13.5,Red,US,"Pretty oaky, with vanilla, smoke and caramel flavors dominating. Underneath you'll find a simple, dry wine, with good blackberry, currant and bacon flavors.",,28,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2007 Petite Sirah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2007-petite-sirah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Petite Sirah,2007,Lucas & Lewellen 14,White,Chile,"Pretty honest on the nose, where it's mostly melony, peachy fruit and no faux oak. The palate is on the sharp side, with blazing acidity and not much body to go with citrus and apple flavors. Hits you with a lot of juiciness and aggression but doesn't bring a lot of mouthfeel and complexity.",Gran Reserva Cuvée,20,86,Leyda Valley,,,Misiones de Rengo 2010 Gran Reserva Cuvée Chardonnay (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/misiones-rengo-2010-gran-reserva-cuvee-chardonnay-leyda-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Misiones de Rengo 14.9,White,US,"Made in the Californian way of ripe fruit and sweet oak, this Chardonnay is dominated by flavors of buttered toast, buttered popcorn and pineapple jam. Will have plenty of fans of the popular style.",569 Edna Ranch,38,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2008 569 Edna Ranch Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2008-569-edna-ranch-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Tolosa 15.9,Red,US,"With nearly 16% alcohol, this is a wine that will delight some Zinfanatics. It's soft and creamy, with jammy raspberry, red currant, clove, cinnamon, brown sugar and pepper spice flavors.",,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 2009 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-2009-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Titus 13.9,White,US,"Good price for a Chardonnay that's as good as many others costing far more. It's rich in pineapple, pear and oak flavors, brightened with zesty acidity.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Sawbuck 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawbuck-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Sawbuck 14,Red,Chile,"Solid on the nose even if it's stretched thin with leather and cheese notes. The palate is fresh, zesty and scratchy, with tart red fruit flavors and limited density and richness. Turns lightly green and minty the more you get to know it.",Reserve,14,86,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Santa Ema 12.5,White,Italy,This tonic white wine (made with native Catarratto grapes from Sicily) offers personality and charm in the form of floral aromas of peach or citrus blossom. There's a drying mineral note as well and the wine drinks very easily thanks to its natural crispness.,Aquilae,13,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 2010 Aquilae Catarratto (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticultori-associati-canicatti-2010-aquilae-italian-white-catarratto-sicilia/,Catarratto,2010,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 13.5,White,Italy,"Fun and cheerful, this bright and easygoing Chardonnay from Sicily opens with aromas of peach, vanilla cream and banana. The wine is both smooth and crisp on the close.",,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,MandraRossa 2010 Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandrarossa-2010-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2010,MandraRossa 15.5,Red,US,"Dry, tannic and acidic, with some green minty flavors. Shows a sharpness and lack of generosity despite some good blackberry fruit and oak notes. Ready now.",Peterson Family Vineyard,56,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Switchback Ridge 2008 Peterson Family Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/switchback-ridge-2008-peterson-family-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Switchback Ridge 12.4,White,US,"Intensely aromatic with loads of white florals, ripe apricots and honey scents, the Luckystone White would be perfect as a summer apéritif. Dry, but with just a touch of sweet peach and tangerine sweetness, this full-bodied wine boasts a brisk citrus acidity and a pleasantly long finish that ends on an elegant floral note.",Luckystone White,12,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2009 Luckystone White White (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2009-luckystone-white-finger-lakes/,White Blend,2009,Sheldrake Point 14.9,Red,US,"Pleasant in the glass, this small-production offering from Lava Cap is a decent introduction to their wines though it takes time for any aromas to develop and the finish tastes a little green.",Reserve,20,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2008 Reserve Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2008-reserve-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2008,Lava Cap 14.5,Red,Spain,"Crusty, sweet, medicinal aromas open the game. The palate has a creamy sweetness to it along with black cherry and plum flavors. Tastes more candied and oaky as it unfolds, but overall it's more than decent and very modern.",La Vendimia,15,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Palacios Remondo 2009 La Vendimia (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacios-remondo-2009-vendimia-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2009,Palacios Remondo 13.7,White,Australia,"This wine displays plenty of weight and an unctuous texture alongside aromas and flavors of toasted nuts. There's also a strange herbal note, elements that are decidedly egg-like, and a long, honeyed finish. File it under “intriguing,” and drink it over the next several months.",French Oak,17,86,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Ozzie-Ba-Ru 2007 French Oak Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ozzie-ba-ru-2007-french-oak-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Ozzie-Ba-Ru 12.5,White,France,"Lovely steely fruit, with light citrus and grapefruit flavors, and a white flower perfumed character. Very pure, crisp and clean.",,,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Trimbach 2007 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trimbach-2007-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2007,Trimbach 14.2,White,US,"A strong, oaky Chardonnay. Lacks subtlety and interest, but if you're looking for sheer power, it's for you. Shows pineapple jam, buttered toast and caramel flavors.",,45,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Kuleto Estate 13.9,White,US,"A rich, elaborate Pinot Gris, with strong, ripe tangerine, white peach, honey and sweet, oaky vanilla flavors. There's good acidity, but the finish is so sweet, it's almost like a dessert wine.",Basor Terrace Vineyard,17,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,William Knuttel 2008 Basor Terrace Vineyard Pinot Gris (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-knuttel-2008-basor-terrace-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-county/,Pinot Gris,2008,William Knuttel 14,White,Australia,"This is a slightly heavyhanded, throwback style of Chardonnay, with copious notes of buttered popcorn and a weighty, viscous mouthfeel. There's enough crispness on the finish to provide a sense of balance. Drink now.",Aradia,20,86,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2009 Aradia Chardonnay (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2009-aradia-chardonnay-coonawarra/,Chardonnay,2009,Penley Estate ,Red,US,"A mirror image of the winery's 2005 Merlot, this reverses the proportions, with Cabernet making up 90% of the blend. Straightforward black cherry fruit is accompanied with ashy tannins, not too rough. Though balanced, it's a thin wine, without much depth or texture.",Spofford Station Estate,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),JLC 2005 Spofford Station Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jlc-2005-spofford-station-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,JLC ,White,Italy,"Here's a beautifully tonic and fragrant Catarratto (a native grape of Sicily) that would pair perfectly with lightly fried fish or octopus salad. The aromas are clean and fresh, recalling cut grass and kiwi fruit.",Benedè,17,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Alessandro di Camporeale 2010 Benedè Catarratto (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alessandro-camporeale-2010-benede-italian-white-catarratto-sicilia/,Catarratto,2010,Alessandro di Camporeale 11,Rose,US,"Hints of watermelon candy on the nose of this dry, medium-bodied rosé lead to a cheerful palate full of ripe red plum skins and dainty floral notes. Balanced in alcohol and acidity, it's a pleasant wine for a relaxing summer evening.",Pinot Noir,14,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2009 Pinot Noir Rosé (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2009-pinot-noir-rose-finger-lakes/,Rosé,2009,Glenora 14.4,White,US,"Too sweet and oaky for balance. With its pineapple jam, vanilla custard and butterscotch flavors, it's overworked, sugary and heavy.",,32,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frank Family 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Frank Family 12.5,White,Austria,"A deliciously fresh wine, bright with grapefruit, green apple and white berry acidity. It is light, fruity, with a definite zing to the palate. To drink this summer. Screwcap.",,14,84,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2010 Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2010-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2010,Pratsch 13,White,Australia,"This pale, light-bodied Chardonnay delivers pear and melon aromas and modest pineapple flavors that fade quickly on the finish. It's a decent everyday quaff.",,10,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Woolundry Rd 2009 Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woolundry-rd-2009-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2009,Woolundry Rd 13.5,Red,US,"Soft, direct and distinctly sweet, like a dessert raspberry pastry. Gets the basic Pinot Noir job done.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Villa Mt. Eden 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Villa Mt. Eden 14,Red,Australia,"Herbal almost to the point of grassiness, yet slightly pruny at the same time, this medium-bodied Cabernet seems to have suffered from 2008's difficult growing conditions. Pleasant, but not more.",,13,83,South Australia,South Australia,,Woolundry Rd 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woolundry-rd-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Woolundry Rd 13.5,Red,Spain,"Flat and gummy on the nose, with creamy oak and raisin. The palate is not too vibrant or lively, with chunky, heavy flavors of baked berry. Finishes soupy, with a thickness that doesn't help.",Alegre,13,83,Levante,Jumilla,,Torre Castillo 2009 Alegre Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-castillo-2009-alegre-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2009,Torre Castillo 14,Rose,Spain,"Sweet smelling, like a cherry flavored Jolly Rancher candy. The palate is choppy yet low in acidity, with a mix of cherry, chemical and bitter flavors. Sweet and sticky on the finish, and cloying in general.",Tombú Prieto Picudo,,82,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Dominio Dostares 2010 Tombú Prieto Picudo Rosé (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-dostares-2010-tombu-prieto-picudo-rose-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Rosé,2010,Dominio Dostares 12.7,White,US,"Savory in style, there are pleasant notes of nuts and lemons on this dry, medium bodied white blend. It's a brisk wine, but hindered by something vaguely industrial on the nose and palate, reminiscent of Band-aids.",Proprietors Reserve White Wine,14,82,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2009 Proprietors Reserve White Wine White (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2009-proprietors-reserve-white-wine-pennsylvania/,White Blend,2009,Chaddsford 14.9,Red,US,"An absolute joy and triumph. Just superb, showcasing the best of Oakville. Perfect tannins, as pure as velvet and sweet, and perfect oak, too, with beautifully applied char and wood spice. That the oak is 100% new is in keeping with the wine's volumetrics. The wine's flavors are a profound, heady expression of blackberries, blueberries, cassis and dark, barely sweetened chocolate. Just spectacular, a real achievement by any world class standard. Production was a scant 275 cases.",Family Reserve,125,99,California,Napa,Oakville,Venge 2008 Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venge-2008-family-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Venge ,Dessert,France,"A majestic, magisterial wine, powered by superripe fruit as well as honey and a gorgeous ripeness. With years ahead of it, this will be superb.",Clos du Bourg Première Trie Moelleux,69,97,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Huët 2009 Clos du Bourg Première Trie Moelleux (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-huet-2009-clos-bourg-premiere-trie-moelleux-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Domaine Huët 14.2,Red,US,"This is not only one of the best Syrahs of the vintage, it's easily the greatest Syrah ever produced from Sonoma Valley. Stuns with its soft, complex, black and blue berry, teriaki beef, black pepper and sandalwood flavors. The depth is unbelievable, the length impressive. Clearly a first growth Syrah, and should develop bottle complexity for the next six years, if not longer.",Richards Family Vineyard,90,97,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Donelan 2008 Richards Family Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donelan-2008-richards-family-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2008,Donelan ,Red,France,"96-98. Beautifully perfumed wine, with aromas of violets, the fruit full of ripe spice to put along with the great berry fruits. Tannins at the end are tough, smoky.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Cheval Blanc 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cheval-blanc-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cheval Blanc ,Red,France,"96-98 A beautiful wine, with its tannins powered from within the ripest black currant. There is spice, flavors of blueberries, chocolate, and powerfully concentrated tannins. Despite all this power, the elegance of great Margaux is all there.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Palmer 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-palmer-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Palmer ,Dessert,France,"This will be a wonderful wine. Already, it is fine, with lovely acidity, bright and richly sweet at the same time. Yellow fruits mingle with honey, pear, almonds and the intense sweetness of botrytis.",Le Mont Première Trie Moelleux,69,97,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Huët 2010 Le Mont Première Trie Moelleux (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-huet-2010-le-mont-premiere-trie-moelleux-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Domaine Huët ,Red,France,"96-98 Powerfully tannic wine, based on firm dryness. The weight offers the potential fruitiness, while the acidity gives the necessary freshness.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lynch-Bages 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-bages-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lynch-Bages ,Red,France,"96-98 A hugely dense wine, with a great smoky character, power as well as the greatest finesse. It has rich berry fruits, weaving through the dusty tannic structure, very powerful, concentrated. The end is more severe, along with the year's hallmark juiciness.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Las Cases 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-las-cases-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Léoville Las Cases ,Red,France,"96-98 Very powerful, concentrated wine with the ripest fruit. Blackberry flavors are supplemented by almost stinging acidity, then mitigated by the velvet tannins. A wine that will age for several decades.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mission-haut-brion-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Mission Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"96-98. Hugely full-bodied wine, with the ripest fruit, black plum juice and spice. The tannins are very dense, balanced of course with acidity. The end is beautiful, structured.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Pétrus 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-petrus-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pétrus ,Red,France,"96-98. An impressively powerful wine, its tannins dense, while still retaining softness. The wine has the acme of elegance, with its great Cabernet Sauvignon flavors (94%), while hinting at spice and tannins.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Mouton Rothschild 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mouton-rothschild-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Mouton Rothschild ,Dessert,France,"96-98. Stunningly rich in character, a wine with great power to go with its acidity and sweetness. It is dense, powerful and concentrated powered by honey and by spice from the wood. The finish has dried apricots, very aromatic.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château d'Yquem 2010 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dyquem-2010-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château d'Yquem ,Red,France,"96-98 Juicy, sappy character. The wine has ripe, very pure fruit, with the most piercing acidity. The dark tannins, hints of black fruits, big structure all come from super-rich, still elegant fruit.",Barrel sample,,97,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pontet-Canet 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pontet-canet-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pontet-Canet ,Red,France,"97-99 A big, solid, wood powered wine. The power is all there, new wood offering an immense structure, while the acidity gives the necessary freshness. A solid wine, very concentrated, with an immensely long future.",Barrel sample,,98,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Barton 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-barton-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Léoville Barton 14.8,Red,US,"Profoundly beautiful aroma on this Cab, a perfect union of oaky char and vanilla with ripe blackberries and cassis. Hard to exaggerate the beauty. Powerful, yet never pushy, with classic Napa balance. Rich, sweet, almost meaty, with massive tannins that are refined and smooth. Very great density and weight. Really defines the vineyard, and should age effortlessly for 20 years",Eisele,275,98,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Araujo 2007 Eisele Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/araujo-2007-eisele-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Araujo ,Red,France,"97-99. This has great beauty, with delicious fruits at the beginning. The structure comes from behind, with such sweet fruit tannins, then chocolate, an edge of wood and finally acidity reigns supreme.",Barrel sample,,98,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Latour 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Latour 13.8,Dessert,US,"With this wine, Dolce cements its status as California's most consistently great dessert wine. This year's blend is 80% Sémillon and 20% Sauvignon Blanc, and the grapes were infected with the botrytis, resulting in the fantastic sweetness. Devastating in apricot, orange, pear, honey, vanilla and créme brûlée flavors, in an unctuous, viscous texture, with wonderfully clean acidity, it's certainly one of the greatest sweet California wines in memory.",,85,98,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dolce 2006 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dolce-2006-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Dolce ,Red,France,"97-99 An enormous structure, the wine is filled with tannins as well as dark berry fruit. It is so powerful, so concentrated, yet a great finesse brings together all the elements into a superb wine.",Barrel sample,,98,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lafite Rothschild 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafite-rothschild-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lafite Rothschild ,Red,France,"98-100 Very concentrated wood and tannins. With 90 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, this is initially more tannic than many Château Margaux vintages. Then all the elegance and style of Margaux comes through, with acidity, spice and great ripeness. An outstanding wine.",Barrel sample,,99,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Margaux 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Margaux ,Red,France,"98-100. Very concentrated and wonderfully perfumed wine. It has great balance and acidity, intense freshness. The superb fragrance of the Cabernet Franc has made a gorgeous wine, black fruited and likely to age for decades.",Barrel sample,,99,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Ausone 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ausone-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Ausone ,Dessert,France,"Even more concentrated than Huët's superb 2009 Première Trie, this is outstanding. It has both great concentration and elegance. The wine is touched by botrytis, while retaining freshness. Made from ripe, just shrivelling grapes, this is sweet Vouvray at its magnificent best.",Cuvée Constance 500ml,159,99,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Huët 2009 Cuvée Constance 500ml (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-huet-2009-cuvee-constance-500ml-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Domaine Huët 14.5,Rose,Spain,"Stalky and sweaty smelling, then creamy, cloying and sticky as a bee's nest. Tastes like cotton candy and raspberry syrup mixed with vanilla and wood resin.",Rosado Fermentado en Barrica,13,80,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2010 Rosado Fermentado en Barrica Rosé (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2010-rosado-fermentado-en-barrica-rose-ribera-duero/,Rosé,2010,Pradorey 12,Rose,Spain,"Smells like nothing, and that's maybe a good thing. The palate is poorly carbonated, with rough bubbles, foaminess and roasted, dull, leafy flavors. Barely acceptable.",Cresta Rosa,12,80,Spain Other,Spain,,Cavas del Ampurdán NV Cresta Rosa Rosé (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-ampurdan-nv-cresta-rosa-rose-other/,Rosé,,Cavas del Ampurdán 13.5,Red,Spain,"Scratchy and rough on the nose, then exceedingly sharp and sour from front palate to finish. Very lean and sour for Tempranillo; not ripe or interesting.",,10,80,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Volteo 2008 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volteo-2008-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2008,Volteo 15,Red,US,"Strangely smoky, simple with a very displeasing hint of bologna, this old vine Zinfandel from Lodi is high in alcohol (15%) and low in fruit and complexity. Named for the great predatory work done by ladybugs in the vineyard, this wine shows no such finesse and feels more like a T-Rex about to eat its prey.",,22,81,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Predator 2009 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/predator-2009-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2009,Predator 12,Red,Spain,"Rather green, grassy and bitter on the nose, with a choppy mouthfeel and sour berry flavors. Sheering and weedy on the finish, with lasting tartness.",,12,81,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Verdes Castros 2009 Mencía (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verdes-castros-2009-spanish-red-mencia-valdeorras/,Mencía,2009,Verdes Castros 12.5,White,US,"Smoky on the nose with hints of darkly toasted wood, there's a good core of apple flavor on the palate of this dry, medium-bodied Chard, but its hindered by a vein of sour, bitter wood that lingers from start to finish.",Private Reserve,25,81,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest 2008 Private Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2008-private-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2008,Waters Crest 12,White,Spain,"Tan in color, with oxidized aromas. Surprisingly, the palate is sharp and tangy, but also muddled with nectarine and bitter flavors. Finishes sour and questionable; lacks harmony and seems to be fading.",Royal,10,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Franco-Españolas 2010 Royal Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-franco-espanolas-2010-royal-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2010,Bodegas Franco-Españolas 12.5,Dessert,US,"Syrupy and sugary with notes of cherries, plums and strawberry soda, the Riverboat Smooth Sweet Red is an unpretentious, simple wine with a bright, cherry cough syrup finish.",Riverboat Smooth Sweet Red,6,81,Missouri,Missouri,,Les Bourgeois NV Riverboat Smooth Sweet Red Red (Missouri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bourgeois-nv-riverboat-smooth-sweet-red-missouri/,Red Blend,,Les Bourgeois 11.4,White,Spain,"Feral and past its prime. The palate is sharp as nails and clamps, while flavors of sour apple and raw citrus aren't what you'd call friendly. A weird, sour wine made from Macabeo and Parellada.",Macabeu-Parellada,11,81,Catalonia,Tarragona,,Flama Roja 2009 Macabeu-Parellada White (Tarragona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flama-roja-2009-macabeu-parellada-white-tarragona/,White Blend,2009,Flama Roja 12.5,Red,US,"A simple, soft, candied wine, with cough medicine cherry flavors.",Red Table Wine,10,81,California,California Other,California,Kitchen Sink NV Red Table Wine Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kitchen-sink-nv-red-table-wine-other/,Red Blend,,Kitchen Sink 14,White,US,"Hard to like, with white sugar and citrus fruit flavors and a sour streak of acids.",,12,81,California,North Coast,North Coast,Cline 2010 Viognier (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2010-viognier-north-coast/,Viognier,2010,Cline 18,Dessert,US,"There's some pleasant notes of plum preserves and spice, but both the nose and palate of this Cab dessert wine are overwhelmed with fruit flavors that are overcooked and overripe with a lingering scent of wet leaves and earth.",Paperbirch Fine Ruby,20,81,New York,New York Other,New York,Hudson-Chatham 2005 Paperbirch Fine Ruby Cabernet Sauvignon (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hudson-chatham-2005-paperbirch-fine-ruby-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Hudson-Chatham 13.5,Red,Spain,"Pruney and gaseous on the nose, with murky, stewy qualities that don't convey freshness or vitality. The palate has a raisiny, no-life feel and thick, dull flavors of prune, raisin and fig. Past its prime; opt for the younger 2008.",Estay,17,81,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Dominio Dostares 2006 Estay Prieto Picudo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-dostares-2006-estay-spanish-red-prieto-picudo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Prieto Picudo,2006,Dominio Dostares 13.5,White,US,"The nose on this dry, full-bodied Viognier is pleasant with notes of pineapples and a high-toned citrus scent. The palate, however, verges between watery and flat with tones of overripe fruit and a hot, searing finish.",,18,81,America,,,Bogati NV Viognier (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogati-nv-viognier-america/,Viognier,,Bogati 14,White,Spain,"Hard and unbalanced on the nose, with mealy, feral aromas. The palate is flat in feel, with sweet, mealy flavors of generic citrus. Not impressive; does little for the reputation of Spain's Chardonnay.",234,20,81,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Enate 2009 234 Chardonnay (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enate-2009-234-chardonnay-somontano/,Chardonnay,2009,Enate 12.5,White,US,"Scents of buttered popcorn and darkly toasted oak with a slightly green and sour tone make up the nose of RagApple Lassie's Chardonnay. Savory in style with a dry, medium-bodied palate, it's dominated by bruised apple and sour wood flavors.",Sur Lie Aged,17,81,North Carolina,Yadkin Valley,,RagApple Lassie 2006 Sur Lie Aged Chardonnay (Yadkin Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ragapple-lassie-2006-sur-lie-aged-chardonnay-yadkin-valley/,Chardonnay,2006,RagApple Lassie 13,White,US,"Pretty notes of fresh apples and sweet cream tempt on the nose and palate of this dry, full-bodied Chard, but sadly, they're overtaken by a green, vegetal tone that persists from start to finish.",,17,81,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Clovis Point 2007 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clovis-point-2007-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2007,Clovis Point 14,Red,Spain,"Like all wines from this bodega, there's something strange and off the grid going on. The nose offers the weirdest combo of exotic spice and odd fruit aromas, while the palate deals soupy, resiny, unusual flavors. Could it be Eastern European or subpar American oak? Seems like it.",Agnus de Valdelana de Autor,17,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Valdelana 2009 Agnus de Valdelana de Autor (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdelana-2009-agnus-de-autor-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2009,Valdelana 13,Red,Spain,"Hot, scratchy and leafy on the nose, then prickly and acidic in the mouth. Tastes of tart plum and pickle, with a sour, citric finish. Sharp and grating throughout.",Efe,11,81,Levante,Valencia,,Bodegas Los Frailes 2009 Efe Monastrell (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-los-frailes-2009-efe-mourvedre-monastrell-valencia/,Monastrell,2009,Bodegas Los Frailes 13.5,Red,Spain,"One of the more weird-smelling Riojas out there; it's oddly spicy, with strained, grainy aromas coming straight from the barrel. The palate is sinewy and tough, with unstructured, baked and herbal flavors of tomato and funky spice. It's hard to muster much support for this one.",Juan de Valdelana Crianza,17,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Valdelana 2006 Juan de Valdelana Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdelana-2006-juan-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Valdelana 14.2,White,US,"Dry, acidic and watery, with modest citrus, pear and vanilla flavors.",Lot #5,15,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tangley Oaks 2008 Lot #5 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangley-oaks-2008-lot-5-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Tangley Oaks 13.5,White,Chile,"Smells like drug store air freshener, and in the mouth it's grating and high in acid. Flavors run toward lemon and grass, while the finish is tangy to excess. In no way does it sing; more like a mumbler.",Pionero,8,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2010 Pionero Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2010-pionero-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Morandé 12.5,Red,France,"The wine has a feeling of being sugared, with a jammy, toffee character overlying the red berry fruits. The final acidity is more attractive.",,10,82,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Michel Picard 2009 Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-2009-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2009,Michel Picard 12.5,White,US,"Redolent of marmalade and honey with touches of sweet cream and nuts, the nose on the Divine is more compelling than the dry, medium-bodied palate that veers towards watery and flat. Ends surprising well, though, with a pleasant butter and salted nut finish.",Divine,24,82,Virginia-North Carolina,,,Divine Llama 2009 Divine Traminette (Virginia-North Carolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/divine-llama-2009-divine-other-white-traminette-virginia-north-carolina/,Traminette,2009,Divine Llama 13.5,Red,Spain,"Sweet, stewy and flat on the nose, palate and finish. This is your all-too-common, unfortunate wine that's raisiny and soft, with little acidic kick and even less freshness of fruit. It's totally basic and boring more so than offensive.",Roble,13,82,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Catania 2008 Roble (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catania-2008-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Catania 13.5,White,US,"With acidity so high it's sour, this wine also is sweet in sugary orange and pineapple fruit juice flavors. Tastes awkward and manipulated.",,16,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Cline 2010 Marsanne-Roussanne (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2010-rhone-style-white-blend-marsanne-roussanne-sonoma-coast/,Marsanne-Roussanne,2010,Cline 12,Red,US,"Milk chocolate and red plum notes on this dry, medium bodied Bordeaux-blend are nice, but overwhelmed by stalky green flavors and chalky, mouth coating tannins that tingle on the tongue.",Europa III,28,82,New Jersey,Outer Coastal Plain,,Amalthea Cellars 2007 Europa III Red (Outer Coastal Plain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalthea-cellars-2007-europa-iii-red-outer-coastal-plain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Amalthea Cellars 14.5,White,US,Simple and watery. Not much going on except for some modest pineapple flavor.,,12,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Buccio 2009 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buccio-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Buccio 13.5,Red,France,"Light, lean and green with leafy strawberry hull and tart cherry expressions throughout.",Cuvée Stéphi,15,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Bourgeois Family 2009 Cuvée Stéphi Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bourgeois-family-2009-cuvee-stephi-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bourgeois Family 11,White,Spain,"Flat and scattershot on the nose, with oxidized aromas. The palate is fleshy and soft, with unusual, funky flavors of sweet white fruits and applesauce. Finishes thick, creamy and honeyed. A weird wine.",Marina Alta,12,82,Levante,Alicante,,Bocopa 2009 Marina Alta Muscat of Alexandria (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bocopa-2009-marina-alta-muscat-alexandria-alicante/,Muscat of Alexandria,2009,Bocopa 13,Red,Spain,"Funky and leathery, and just not all that clean or promising on the nose. In the mouth, it's razor sharp and sour, with excess acidity, little body and piercing pie cherry and underripe raspberry flavors. The definition of a “narrow” wine.",Gotín del Risc,12,82,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Abad 2009 Gotín del Risc Mencía (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abad-2009-gotin-risc-spanish-red-mencia-bierzo/,Mencía,2009,Abad 12.7,Rose,US,"The blush pink color is pretty, but both the nose and palate of this dry, full-bodied rosé are on the savory side with subtle flavors of cooked plum and cherry and a mouthfeel that's a bit heavy and dull.",Dry,19,82,New York,New York Other,New York,Belhurst 2009 Dry Rosé (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belhurst-2009-dry-rose-other/,Rosé,2009,Belhurst 13.9,Rose,US,"A simple rosé, dry, dark and heavy, with thin cherry-berry flavors.",,15,82,California,North Coast,North Coast,Horse & Plow 2010 Rosé (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2010-rose-north-coast/,Rosé,2010,Horse & Plow 13.9,White,Australia,"With lovely hints of honey and nectarine on the nose, this Chardonnay offers considerable promise. But the deep color and lack of vibrancy signals a wine that would have been better consumed yesterday.",Lot 565,10,82,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Madison Ridge 2009 Lot 565 Chardonnay (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madison-ridge-2009-lot-565-chardonnay-new-south-wales/,Chardonnay,2009,Madison Ridge 12,White,US,"If simple, sweet and pretty is what you're looking for, you may find Riverboat White's Smooth Sweet White a perfect match. Perfumed on the nose with a spray of white florals and tropical fruit, it's unabashedly syrupy with loads of confectionery sugar and lemon drops on the palate.",Riverboat White Smooth Sweet White,6,82,Missouri,Missouri,,Les Bourgeois NV Riverboat White Smooth Sweet White White (Missouri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bourgeois-nv-riverboat-white-smooth-sweet-white-missouri/,White Blend,,Les Bourgeois 13.5,White,Chile,"This Sauvignon Blanc may be cheap but unfortunately you get what you pay for. The nose is waxy and pithy, with lime notes. The palate is also pithy, with bitter apple and muddled citrus. A weak, compromised wine from warm-climate fruit.",Petirrojo,7,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2010 Petirrojo Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2010-petirrojo-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Viña Bisquertt 13.8,White,US,"Sugary sweet and soft, with Lifesaver candy pineapple and lemon flavors.",,14,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Project Paso 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/project-paso-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Project Paso 15.3,Red,US,"A clumsy Zinfandel, hot and high in alcohol, and yet strangely showing unripe, vegetal flavors. Zinfandel clusters are infamous for uneven ripening. The problem seems to have been at the sorting table.",Giana,35,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chiarello Family Vineyards 2009 Giana Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiarello-family-2009-giana-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Chiarello Family Vineyards 12.5,White,Italy,"Made with organically farmed Greco grapes, this honey-colored wine opens with strong aromas of pear, stone fruit and butterscotch. There's a touch of spearmint or peppermint as well and although it's registered at just 12.5%, the alcohol comes forth with determination.",Bianco Spinomarino,,82,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Fatalone 2008 Bianco Spinomarino Greco (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fatalone-2008-bianco-spinomarino-italian-white-greco-puglia/,Greco,2008,Fatalone 12.8,White,US,"While gorgeously floral on the nose with notes of roses, fresh grapefruit and lychees, the palate on this dry, medium-bodied Traminette lacks intensity. There's some lime and lychee flavors, but little concentration or depth.",,25,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Barrel Oak 2009 Traminette (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrel-oak-2009-other-white-traminette-virginia/,Traminette,2009,Barrel Oak 13,Red,Spain,"Roasted and scratchy on the nose, with a baked set of berry aromas. The palate maintains that scratchiness, while the flavors are tart and rubbery, with elements of stewed fruit and herbs. Not very developed or exciting.",#3,14,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas y Viñedos Noe 2009 #3 (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinedos-noe-2009-3-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas y Viñedos Noe 12.5,White,Spain,"Candied on the nose, with aromas of perfume and air freshener. Cheesy, cidery flavors control the palate, which is tangy and sharp. Feels oily and seems prematurely old. As good as this label's 1894 barrel-fermented wine is, this is the opposite.",Cosme Palacio Blanco,18,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Palacio 2008 Cosme Palacio Blanco Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-palacio-2008-cosme-blanco-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2008,Bodegas Palacio 12,White,Spain,"Evidently dry Muscat from Alicante is a tough road to master. This wine is at once feral, floral, lemony and chemical. In the mouth, it's sour and tight, and it never loses the tartness. Along the way there's minerality, but overall it's a lot like lemon juice.",Casta Diva Cosecha Dorada Dry,19,82,Levante,Alicante,,Bodegas Gutiérrez de la Vega 2009 Casta Diva Cosecha Dorada Dry Muscat (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-gutierrez-vega-2009-casta-diva-cosecha-dorada-dry-muscat-alicante/,Muscat,2009,Bodegas Gutiérrez de la Vega 13.5,Red,US,"An inoffensive wine, full-bodied and dry, at an affordable price. Drink now with pizza and burgers.",,9,82,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2009 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2009,Fetzer 12.9,White,US,"Savory in style with scents of bruised apples and a hint of earth, this dry, full-bodied Chard is completely unoaked, giving it a stark, steely character that's amplified by its brisk acidity.",Steel Fermented,24,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2009 Steel Fermented Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2009-steel-fermented-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2009,Peconic Bay Winery 13.8,Red,US,"A rustic, common Cabernet, showing berry, spice and oak flavors that are a little sweet.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Chop House 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chop-house-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Chop House 15.5,Red,US,"Suffers from unripe, green fruit, which gives vegetal and minty tastes. It's odd, because the official alcohol is 15.5%, and is possibly higher. A strange, disagreeable wine.",Old Vine,50,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chiarello Family Vineyards 2009 Old Vine Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chiarello-family-2009-old-vine-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Chiarello Family Vineyards 14.8,Red,US,"This rustic wine tastes over-oaked, acidic and sweet, with sugared candy berry and cherry flavors that turn cloying on the finish.",,30,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Smith & Hook 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-hook-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Smith & Hook 13.5,Red,Spain,"Bright purple bug juice, with more than enough jumpy fruit and medicinality. Young and gummy in the mouth, with electric blackberry and boysenberry flavors along with sheer acidity and excess weight. 85% Tempranillo with Shiraz.",,10,82,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Storks' Tower 2009 Tempranillo-Shiraz (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storks-tower-2009-red-blend-tempranillo-shiraz-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo-Shiraz,2009,Storks' Tower 12.5,Rose,US,"This dry, full-bodied white Merlot is tempting on the nose with bright cherry and raspberry jam notes and a dainty peach hue. The palate, however, is rather broad with watery fruit flavors that lack intensity and length.",Sandy Blush White Merlot,18,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sherwood House Vineyards 2009 Sandy Blush White Merlot Rosé (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-house-2009-sandy-blush-white-merlot-rose-long-island-north-fork/,Rosé,2009,Sherwood House Vineyards 13,White,US,"Sweet vanilla and fresh pineapples scent this dry, full-bodied Chardonnay with hints of apple blossoms on the palate. It's a tad lacking in flavor intensity, however, and ends on a sightly green, vegetal note.",,22,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Jamesport 2007 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamesport-2007-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2007,Jamesport 14,Red,Spain,"Hot and leathery on the nose, with green aromas to go with jammy, underwhelming berry scents. The palate is big but lacks structure, while the flavors are herbal and then turn green and sharp on the finish. A grating wine that isn't fully ripe.",,16,82,Northern Spain,Toro,,La Portilla 2007 Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portilla-2007-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2007,La Portilla 14.2,White,US,"A clumsy wine, heavy-handed in oak. Dominated by buttered toast, caramel and vanilla flavors, with modest pineapple fruit.",Top Chef Selection,22,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Quickfire 2008 Top Chef Selection Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quickfire-2008-top-chef-selection-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Quickfire 14.5,Red,Chile,"Soft, syrupy and raisiny on the nose, then sharp, strained and tangy in the mouth, with herbal, medicinal, tart red fruit flavors that are lean and rubbery. Finishes briney and hollow.",Unfiltered,16,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Lomas del Valle 2009 Unfiltered Syrah (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lomas-valle-2009-unfiltered-shiraz-syrah-syrah-casablanca-valley/,Syrah,2009,Lomas del Valle 13,White,Spain,"Chunky, heavy and unfocused aromas lead to a heavy palate that features semibitter, wayward flavors of pineapple and acrid white fruits. An acceptable wine but it doesn't really show the attributes of Verdejo with any panache.",Vega de la Reina,13,82,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Marqués de la Concordia 2009 Vega de la Reina Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-concordia-2009-vega-reina-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Marqués de la Concordia 13.5,White,Spain,"Light pear aromas, mild citrus flavors and some lasting acidity is all this over-the-hill wine has left. It's maderized, browning and flattens out badly on the finish. On life support and heading downhill.",Unus Old Vine,9,82,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Agustín Cubero 2009 Unus Old Vine Macabeo (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustin-cubero-2009-unus-old-vine-spanish-white-macabeo-calatayud/,Macabeo,2009,Agustín Cubero 13.4,Red,Canada,"Milk chocolate and red fruit on the nose and palate of this dry, medium-bodied Ontario Meritage are nice, but overwhelmed by flavors of pulpy, overripe fruit combined with green, vegetal notes.",,20,82,Ontario,Lake Erie North Shore,,CREW 2007 Meritage (Lake Erie North Shore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crew-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-lake-erie-north-shore/,Meritage,2007,CREW 12.5,White,US,"While it starts off rather earthy and savory on the nose, on the palate, this off-dry, full-bodied white blend is surprisingly fruity and floral with a host of tropical fruit flavors. It's a bit of a mismatch, but good for casual entertaining. Drink now.",Spring Wine,14,82,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2009 Spring Wine White (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2009-spring-wine-white-pennsylvania/,White Blend,2009,Chaddsford 15.1,Red,US,"Deep dark in color with more tannins than fruit, this Amador Primitivo is also a tad sweet.",Rezerve,24,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2008 Rezerve Primitivo (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2008-rezerve-zinfandel-primitivo-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Primitivo,2008,Sobon Estate 13.5,White,US,"Sweet and simple, like a pineapple, apricot and orange fruit juice drink, with oak and alcohol overtones. Lots of people will like it.",Estate,20,83,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Rodney Strong 2009 Estate Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2009-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,2009,Rodney Strong 12.5,White,US,"Aromas of darkly toasted oak and salted, buttery popcorn waft from this dry, medium-bodied Yadkin Valley Chardonnay. The oak treatment dominates the apple and pear flavors on the palate with hints of green wood on the finish.",Estate Grown,20,83,North Carolina,Yadkin Valley,,Sanders Ridge 2009 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Yadkin Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanders-ridge-2009-estate-grown-chardonnay-yadkin-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Sanders Ridge 14.7,Red,US,"Simple, sweet and jammy, with pie-filling cherry, raspberry and cocoa puff flavors. Doesn't reflect well on the Oakville appellation.",,24,83,California,Napa,Oakville,Gain Bay 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gain-bay-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Gain Bay ,Red,US,"The blend includes small amounts of Syrah, Petit Verdot, Cab Franc and Merlot, but the result feels generic. One dimensional, flat and thin, it quickly loses its berry fruit and turns bitter and tannic.",,17,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Columbia Winery 12.5,White,Spain,"Chunky and soft on the nose, with maderized papaya aromas. The palate is acidic, with racy, sharp apple and citrus flavors. Edgy on the finish, and struggles all the way to achieve balance.",Semi Sweet,10,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Casa de la Reina 2010 Semi Sweet Malvasia-Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-reina-2010-semi-sweet-white-blend-malvasia-viura-rioja/,Malvasia-Viura,2010,Casa de la Reina 14.5,White,US,"Too oaky, with over the top sweet vanilla candy, butterscotch and caramel flavors. Somewhere under all that is a decent wine, crisp in acidity and rich in pineapple fruit.",,30,83,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Center of Effort 2008 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/center-effort-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Center of Effort 14.5,Red,US,"Soft, sweet and simple, with raspberry and strawberry jam and cola flavors. Drink up.",,20,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Box Car 2008 Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/box-car-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2008,Box Car 14,Red,Austria,"The light, red-orange color goes with this meaty wine. It feels full, hinting at strawberry although the fruit is fading into the spicy wood. Drink now.",Rosenberg,,83,Burgenland,,,Höpler 2008 Rosenberg Pinot Noir (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopler-2008-rosenberg-pinot-noir-burgenland/,Pinot Noir,2008,Höpler 13,Red,France,"This should be readily available with 80,000 cases imported, though it is a rather rich and decadent Pinot with concentrated dark berry and fudgy chocolate aromas and flavors.",,12,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Hob Nob 2009 Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hob-nob-2009-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2009,Hob Nob 16.4,Red,US,"Dull and hot in alcohol, with semi-sweet, candied cherry flavors.",Kates,34,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2008 Kates Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2008-kates-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Calcareous 13,White,Spain,"Tan and burnished looking, with a soft nose that's slightly floral but otherwise uncommitted. The palate is short and chunky, with mealy apple flavors and barely enough acidity to keep it pumping. Cidery on the finish; seems to be on the backslide.",,20,83,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Pazo de Arribi 2009 Godello (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-arribi-2009-spanish-white-godello-bierzo/,Godello,2009,Pazo de Arribi 12,Red,US,"Mocha and red fruits combine with green, stalky notes on the nose and palate of this dry, medium-bodied New Jersey Bordeaux blend. The midpalate boasts some coffee notes that are nice, but overripe fruit combined with green stemmy flavors make for a clumsy finish.",Europa VII,23,83,New Jersey,Outer Coastal Plain,,Amalthea Cellars 2007 Europa VII Red (Outer Coastal Plain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalthea-cellars-2007-europa-vii-red-outer-coastal-plain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Amalthea Cellars 12.5,White,Spain,"Fairly stalky and vegetal, with heft and a certain creaminess to the bouquet. Narrow in the mouth, with muddled, semisour flavors that bring both lemon and green notes. Fails to highlight Verdejo's clean, citrusy virtues.",,14,83,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Viña Cimbrón 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cimbron-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Viña Cimbrón 12,White,Chile,"Green bean aromas are less than inviting. In the mouth, it's heavy and citrusy, with mealy, generic flavors of lime, bell pepper and other green notes. Finishes with a dull hum; Colchagua is not SB country, as evidenced by wines like this.",La Joya Reserve,11,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2010 La Joya Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2010-joya-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Viña Bisquertt 12.2,Rose,US,"Dainty, dusty pink in color, this Sangiovese rosé is subtle on the nose with only faint whiffs of plum compote and sugar cookie crumbs. Dry and full bodied on the palate, it offers some decent red plum flavors with a sour cherry finish.",Rosato,15,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ventosa 2009 Rosato Rosé (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventosa-2009-rosato-rose-finger-lakes/,Rosé,2009,Ventosa 13,White,US,"Bright and fresh with sweet scents of tropical fruit and apples on the nose, this medium-bodied, dry wine isn't deeply concentrated on the palate, but its a clean, unoaked Chard for everyday enjoyment.",Oregon Road,18,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Sherwood House Vineyards 2009 Oregon Road Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-house-2009-oregon-road-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2009,Sherwood House Vineyards 12.5,White,Spain,"Salinic on the nose in that it smells like a swimming pool with some chlorine. The palate has a generic, average feel and short, basic flavors of citrus and pineapple. A regular quaffing wine to drink now or never.",Estate Bottled,9,83,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Condesa de Leganza 2009 Estate Bottled Verdejo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condesa-leganza-2009-estate-bottled-spanish-white-verdejo-mancha/,Verdejo,2009,Condesa de Leganza 13,White,US,"Slight on the nose with hints of underripe pineapple, this dry, medium-bodied Chardonnay is a bit watery on the palate with apple and pear flavors that could use a boost in concentration. Still, it's refreshing in feel and a contender as a casual summer quaffer.",,17,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Clovis Point 2008 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clovis-point-2008-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2008,Clovis Point 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Smells like floor polish, cleanser and air freshener rolled into one. The palate is soft and rather foamy, with sweet, flowery, candied flavors. Finishes as sweet as it starts, with candied lemon and apple flavors.",Mas Fi Brut,11,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Masachs NV Mas Fi Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masachs-nv-mas-fi-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Masachs 14.5,Red,Chile,"Heavy and rubbery on the nose, with horsey background aromas. The palate is dark and round but lacks structure, while the flavors run dull, roasted, herbal and salinic. Doesn't sport the bold fruit that Malbec is known for; instead it's overly briary and leathery.",Unfiltered,19,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Loma Larga 2008 Unfiltered Malbec (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loma-larga-2008-unfiltered-malbec-casablanca-valley/,Malbec,2008,Loma Larga 15.8,Red,US,"Simple and direct, showing the difficulties of making Grenache on its own. Tastes like melted cherry sour candy, dissolved into alcohol. Acidic, too. At least it's dry.",Estate Grown,32,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2008 Estate Grown Grenache (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2008-estate-grown-grenache-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Grenache,2008,Mounts 12.5,White,France,"Dainty and nuanced with low-intensity aromas of white melon, baby powder and pink florals. Lightweight and easy drinking.",Blanc,12,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Les Deux Rives 2010 Blanc White (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deux-rives-2010-blanc-white-corbieres/,Rhône-style White Blend,2010,Les Deux Rives 15.2,White,US,"Made in the oaky, superripe style, this Chardonnay has pineapple and orange jam and buttered toast flavors. Given the ripe sweetness, the acidity feels unnatural.",Vino d'Oro,24,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Oso Libre 2009 Vino d'Oro Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oso-libre-2009-vino-doro-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2009,Oso Libre 15,Red,US,"Drink this soft, fruity Syrah now for its cherry, raspberry and cola flavors. It's soft and one-dimensional, with easy tannins.",,24,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lucas & Lewellen 2007 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-lewellen-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Lucas & Lewellen 13,Red,Spain,"Smells burnt and leafy, with bramble and stewed tomato aromas. The palate is clacky and grabby, with herbal, leafy flavors of roasted plum and berry. Finishes earthy, with a salty aftertaste.",,20,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Gazur 2008 Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gazur-2008-tempranillo-tinta-fina-ribera-duero/,Tinta Fina,2008,Gazur 14.5,Red,Chile,"A big disappointment given past performance and price. The nose flat-out reeks of roasted peppers, earth and leather. Through its rough tannins, leafiness and heavy olive flavor it's about as green and mean as a high-end wine can be. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc and Carmenère.",Millantu,28,83,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2007 Millantu Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2007-millantu-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Santa Alicia 13.2,Red,Spain,"Price is this wine's one virtue. Beyond that, it's brambly and scratchy, with aromas of rhubarb and briar patch. Wiry in the mouth, with herbal, grassy raspberry flavors. Finishes tart and scratchy.",Albero Barrica,7,83,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Iranzo Fields 2007 Albero Barrica Tempranillo (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iranzo-fields-2007-albero-barrica-tempranillo-utiel-requena/,Tempranillo,2007,Iranzo Fields 12.5,White,US,"The apple cider nose and palate on Divine Llama's Gold Traminette make this a refreshing, easy going wine. It's a bit lacking in intensity, but good for everyday entertaining.",Gold,19,83,Virginia-North Carolina,,,Divine Llama 2009 Gold Traminette (Virginia-North Carolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/divine-llama-2009-gold-other-white-traminette-virginia-north-carolina/,Traminette,2009,Divine Llama 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Heavy on the bouquet and lacking aromatic crispness. The palate is flat, while the flavors are a mix of berry syrup and spongey red fruits. Finishes sweet, without much vitality.",Rosado Tempranillo,12,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Beronia 2010 Rosado Tempranillo Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beronia-2010-rosado-tempranillo-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2010,Beronia 13,Red,France,This wine starts off with sweet strawberry jam and maraschino cherry scents that turn raw and leafy on the palate. Lean and green on the finish.,Reserve,13,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Astruc 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-astruc-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2009,Domaines Astruc 15.9,Red,US,"Dull and hot in alcohol, with semi-sweet, candied cherry flavors.",,34,83,California,Central Coast,York Mountain,Calcareous 2008 Pinot Noir (York Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-york-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2008,Calcareous 11,White,US,"Nicely perfumed with white flowers, stone fruit and a hint of smoke, this Missouri Traminette is a good choice for easy summer quaffing. Dry and medium bodied with pleasant white grapefruit and lemon rind flavors, it's a bit hollow in the mid-palate, but finishes clean.",,10,83,Missouri,Missouri,,Augusta Winery 2009 Traminette (Missouri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/augusta-winery-2009-other-white-traminette-missouri/,Traminette,2009,Augusta Winery 12,White,US,"Subtly oaked with just a sheen of cream, yogurt, and toasted nuts on the nose, this dry, full-bodied Chard has pleasant apple and pear flavors, but could use a kick of acidity and freshness in the mid-palate. It's a savory wine overall with a hint of green on the finish.",,19,83,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Vivác Winery 2009 Chardonnay (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivac-winery-2009-chardonnay-new-mexico/,Chardonnay,2009,Vivác Winery 13.5,Red,Chile,"Funky, herbal and leafy on first impression, and it only gets more herbal and green as it unfolds. The palate has an o.k. feel and soupy flavors of roasted berry fruit and leaves. Finishes similar, with a rustic leafiness. Not terrible for the money.",Wetland Winemaker's Selection,8,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Yali 2009 Wetland Winemaker's Selection Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yali-2009-wetland-winemakers-selection-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenère,2009,Yali 12.5,Red,France,Carnation and baby powder mingle with the dominant black raspberry and cherry aromas. The finish is short but the mouth is rich and well structured.,Le Dog de Pierre,11,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Mont Tauch 2009 Le Dog de Pierre Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-tauch-2009-le-dog-pierre-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2009,Mont Tauch 14.5,Red,Australia,"Subdued and earthy, with hints of coffee and rhubarb perking things up a little. This medium-bodied wine's tannins are a bit coarse.",,12,83,Victoria,King Valley,,Cookoothama 2008 Pinot Noir (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cookoothama-2008-pinot-noir-king-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cookoothama 14,Red,Spain,"Earth, raisin, dried herb and funky, odd oak aromas lead to a grabby, friction-filled palate with sweet-and-sour flavors of raisin, pie cherry and cheese. Finishes resiny and raisiny, with milk chocolate and licorice. A weird wine with a lot of foreign Russian oak character.",Agnus de Valdelana Crianza,23,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Valdelana 2006 Agnus de Valdelana Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdelana-2006-agnus-de-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Valdelana 15,Red,US,"Light in color without much aroma or Zinfandel character but plenty of American oak, this bottling made for CostCo by Renwood Winery, who even go as far as to use their Grandmere name, is definitely lower in price (Renwood's Grandmere is $35), but clearly also lower in quality. Middle of the road and a tad green on the finish.",Grandmere,12,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Kirkland Signature 2008 Grandmere Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2008-grandmere-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Kirkland Signature 14.7,Red,US,"Not much aroma or flavor in this big Cab from Livermore, which aged in 100% new French oak. A wine that remains woody and tight.",James Vincent,45,83,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,McGrail 2007 James Vincent Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcgrail-2007-james-vincent-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,McGrail 13,Red,Spain,"Noticeably green and minty on the nose, with earth and murk as well. The palate has an angular, sharp feel and then tart, generic, semigreen flavors of pie cherry and raspberry. Cutting on the finish, and still rather green as it fades away.",Seis Meses,15,83,Northern Spain,Tierra de León,,Villacezan 2008 Seis Meses Prieto Picudo (Tierra de León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villacezan-2008-seis-meses-spanish-red-prieto-picudo-tierra-leon/,Prieto Picudo,2008,Villacezan 14.2,Red,US,"Soft and vegetal, with a green edge to the raspberry, cherry and oak flavors. Okay for big parties and fast food.",Lot #5,15,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tangley Oaks 2008 Lot #5 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tangley-oaks-2008-lot-5-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Tangley Oaks 14.5,Red,US,"GSM stands for Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, which comprise the blend. The wine itself is basically good, but soft and uninteresting, with simple, fruit candy flavors.",Carnal,36,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Oso Libre 2008 Carnal G-S-M (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oso-libre-2008-carnal-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-paso-robles/,G-S-M,2008,Oso Libre ,Red,US,"Hints of black cherry, but too many stem and veggie flavors, along with some smoke, toast and coffee from the barrel aging.",Ittero ali Rosse,29,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Wawawai Canyon 2007 Ittero ali Rosse Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wawawai-canyon-2007-ittero-ali-rosse-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Wawawai Canyon 12.5,White,US,"Sultry on the nose with scents of smoke, toast and savory, cooked apples, this is a dry, full-bodied white blend made from 70% Chardonnay. The smoky, appley palate is good, but could use a burst of acidity to add vibrancy to the midpalate.",Campania Bianco,24,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest 2009 Campania Bianco White (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2009-campania-bianco-white-long-island-north-fork/,White Blend,2009,Waters Crest 14.5,Rose,Spain,"Mix swimming pool water with cherry juice and you have the nose: salinic, with red fruit. The palate is dull and full in feel, with generic red fruit flavors and a candied finish. Not a prime time player.",Garmacha-Tempranillo,9,83,Northern Spain,Calatayud,,Tres Ojos 2010 Garmacha-Tempranillo Rosé (Calatayud),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-ojos-2010-garmacha-tempranillo-rose-calatayud/,Rosé,2010,Tres Ojos 14.3,Red,US,"Hard to like, and a huge disappointment after the '07. Somehow this '08 is soft and structureless, with simple, candied raspberry and cherry flavors.",Oehlman Vineyard,37,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,WesMar 2008 Oehlman Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wesmar-2008-oehlman-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,WesMar 13.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with tinny, clacky aromas that fail to convey clarity. With time it improves, but even then the palate has a grating, choppy feel in support of funky, brambly berry flavors. Finishes hot and oaky, with chippy tartness.",Edulis Crianza,15,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Altanza 2007 Edulis Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altanza-2007-edulis-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Altanza 12.8,Red,US,"Intensely aromatic on the nose with scents of dried herbs, bramble and pulpy, overripe fruit, this dry, medium-bodied Virginia red is surprisingly fresh on the palate with bright sour cherry flavors. There are some green, vegetal notes throughout, but lively acidity helps to keep it fresh and clean.",Red,35,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Annefield Vineyards 2008 Red Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/annefield-2008-red-virginia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Annefield Vineyards ,White,US,"Sweaty at first, the funk blows off and the fruit emerges. Off-dry, rather soft and simple, it's not especially varietal, and fades quickly.",Quail Series,9,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2009 Quail Series Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2009-quail-series-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Covey Run 13,White,Spain,"Sulfuric and hard on the nose, with nutty, oily aromas that fight with the fruit scents. The palate is fleshy and pithy feeling, with flavors of sweet passion fruit and grapefruit. Finishes soft, fleshy and chunky, as if it's beginning to fade.",,15,83,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Castelo de Medina 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelo-medina-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Castelo de Medina 13.5,Red,Spain,"A bit rubbery and earthy at first, then more fruity. The body is medium, the acidity mildly sharp and grating, and the flavors herbal and on the tart side. There's grip, lots of acidity and tannic bite. Decent wine for the money.",,10,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Volteo 2008 Tempranillo-Shiraz (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volteo-2008-red-blend-tempranillo-shiraz-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Shiraz,2008,Volteo 14,White,Spain,"Cidery, almost mushy aromas are ominous, and while there is some richness and smooth apple character to this barrel-aged Godello, it doesn't have much vitality other than a punch of grapefruit. Finishes mature, mildly bitter and leesy.",Selección,30,84,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Viña Somoza 2010 Selección Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-somoza-2010-seleccion-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2010,Viña Somoza 13.6,Red,US,"Tastes sugary sweet, like a black cherry tart with the smoky crust. Everything else, like the tannins and acidity, is fine. It's just too sweet, even at this price.",,14,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Project Paso 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/project-paso-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Project Paso 12.5,Rose,US,"With only 12.5% alcohol, this is a brightly clean, light-bodied blush wine, but it's also a little sweet and cloying in raspberry jam and Dr. Pepper cola flavors. It's made from Pinot Noir.",Vin Gris,15,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sean Minor 2010 Vin Gris Rosé (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-minor-2010-vin-gris-rose-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Rosé,2010,Sean Minor 13.5,Red,Spain,"Somewhat rooty and pickled on the nose, but pretty good on the palate, with heft and mouthfeel to go with sweet, warm, baked flavors of sweet berries and marmalade. Candy coated on the finish, with brown sugar sweetness.",,7,84,Central Spain,Vinos de Madrid,,Tochuelo 2009 Tempranillo-Garnacha (Vinos de Madrid),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tochuelo-2009-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-vinos-madrid/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2009,Tochuelo 13,Red,US,"Pellegrini's Vintner's Pride Encore is pleasant on the nose with ripe red fruit and a hint of spice that continues on the palate. Bright acidity and tightly grained tannins make for a good midpalate, but the finish ends on a slightly green, bitter note.",Vintner's Pride Encore,40,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 2007 Vintner's Pride Encore Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2007-vintners-pride-encore-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Pellegrini Vineyards 14,Red,Chile,"Hard spice, road tar and blackberry aromas are encouraging, but the palate is rather crisp and sharp, with juicy acids and tart, generic flavors of berry fruits and spice. Remains edgy and acidic on the finish.",Reserva,16,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Los Molles 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-molles-2009-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Los Molles 13.6,Red,US,"A dark, softly thick wine, with pleasant cherry, chocolate, cedar and spice flavors. There's some good depth, but the wine could use greater structure and complexity.",,22,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Oberon 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oberon-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Oberon 12,White,France,"With almonds, a touch of honey and sweet pear flavors, this is an attractive, ripe wine, ready to drink. Screwcap.",,13,84,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Michel Picard 2008 Vouvray,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-2008-vouvray-131777/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Michel Picard 13,White,US,"Rich with cream, butter and salted popcorn notes, this is a Chard for oak hounds, but it's also got a lot of nice, fresh lemony acidity and some pretty apple flavors as well. It's dry and medium bodied with just a hint of green wood on the finish, but overall, an easygoing wine that would pair well with an array of lighter fowl or fish dishes.",Private Reserve,17,84,Texas,Texas,,Messina Hof 2009 Private Reserve Chardonnay (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messina-hof-2009-private-reserve-chardonnay-texas/,Chardonnay,2009,Messina Hof 13.5,Red,Spain,"A bit burnt and roasted on the bouquet, with leathery, stemmy red fruit aromas. The palate is dry, tannic and tastes of roasted raspberry, tart cherry and herbs. Finishes with herbal, tomato notes and tang.",Crianza,13,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Conde de Jauregui 2006 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-jauregui-2006-crianza-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-rioja/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2006,Conde de Jauregui 13.5,White,Italy,"This honey-colored expression of Malvasia Bianca from Puglia (southern Italy) opens with aromas of yellow flower, butterscotch and caramel. There's a slightly oxidized note on the nose.",,,84,Southern Italy,Salento,,Conti Zecca 2008 Malvasia Bianca (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-zecca-2008-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-salento/,Malvasia Bianca,2008,Conti Zecca 13,Red,Spain,"Leafy smelling, which is par for the course for Navarran Tempranillo. Amid that patented herbacity you'll find good body and earthy flavors of roast tomato and plum as well as green herbs. Finishes slightly pickled and leafy; green but not outright vegetal.",Tintico,8,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Castillo de Monjardin 2009 Tintico Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monjardin-2009-tintico-tempranillo-navarra/,Tempranillo,2009,Castillo de Monjardin 14,Red,Chile,"Firm, tight and crisp on the nose, then juicy and herbal in the mouth, with olive, pepper and reedy fruit flavors. More olive and herbal notes carry the finish. Overall this is highly standard; decent but average.",Reserva,12,84,Maule Valley,,,Chilensis 2009 Reserva Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilensis-2009-reserva-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2009,Chilensis ,Red,US,"Here is very pretty raspberry and black cherry fruit, wrapped in quite astringent tannins. There is a lightly sweaty note and the midpalate is missing—the wine is all front and finish.",,20,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2009 Tempranillo (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2009-tempranillo-columbia-valley-yakima/,Tempranillo,2009,Airfield Estates ,Red,US,"Quite ripe and rich, this piles on the blackberry and black cherry fruit flavors, soaked in bourbon barrel oaky notes. Subtle it is not, but there is plenty of flavor here, along with substantial (almost 15%) alcohol that leaves a bite in the finish, along with a lingering trail of slightly green, stemmy tannins.",,28,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Airfield Estates 2008 Malbec (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airfield-estates-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-yakima/,Malbec,2008,Airfield Estates ,Red,Italy,"This young Frappato opens with pungent notes of strawberry, blueberry and a touch of volatility. It's an easy, no-fuss red that could pair with roast chicken.",Herea,,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Avide 2010 Herea Frappato (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avide-2010-herea-italian-red-frappato-sicilia/,Frappato,2010,Avide 14,White,Australia,"Lean and crisp in style despite 14% alcohol, with restrained pear and melon flavors and a chalky, citrusy finish.",Higher Octave,15,84,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Hungerford Hill 2009 Higher Octave Chardonnay (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hungerford-hill-2009-higher-octave-chardonnay-new-south-wales/,Chardonnay,2009,Hungerford Hill 14,Red,Australia,"A warm, medium-bodied Cabernet with a strong herbal component, this is a pleasant-enough wine for drinking over the near term. Dark notes of coffee and chocolate creep in on the finish.",Fishcage,18,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hungerford Hill 2009 Fishcage Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hungerford-hill-2009-fishcage-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2009,Hungerford Hill 14.5,Red,Australia,This medium-bodied Cabernet shows some rather coarse tannins and ample herbal notes alongside fruity hints of plum and black cherry. Hints of bitter chocolate creep in on the finish.,Tic Tok,14,84,New South Wales,Mudgee,,James Oatley 2009 Tic Tok Cabernet Sauvignon (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-oatley-2009-tic-tok-cabernet-sauvignon-mudgee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,James Oatley 13,White,US,"Sweet butter and vanilla sugar notes peek out amidst scents of darkly toasted wood on this Long Island Chard. Full bodied and dry with a core of tropical fruit flavors, there's a touch of sour wood, but the brisk, lemony acidity and warm, toasted nut skin finish are nice.",Perle,30,84,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2007 Perle Chardonnay (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2007-perle-chardonnay-long-island-hamptons/,Chardonnay,2007,Wölffer 13.5,Red,Spain,"Strawberry and grassy aromas give way to mocha and cream. The palate is sharp but acceptable, with dry, peppery flavors of cherry mixed with sweet vanilla. Finishes tart, lean and scratchy; regular in almost every way.",Valdemar,10,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2008 Valdemar (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2008-valdemar-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodegas Valdemar 14.4,White,US,"Simple and oaky, with buttered toast and popcorn flavors swamping the modest pineapples and peaches.",,30,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Miner 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Miner 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a dry white wine made with Zibibbo grapes (a type of Moscato) that are normally vinified as sweet wines. In this case, however, the wine shows some of the floral aromatics that are typical of the variety, just without the same intensity. The outcome is a strange one with an alcoholic bite at the end.",Kuddia delle Ginestre,,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Abraxas 2008 Kuddia delle Ginestre Zibibbo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abraxas-2008-kuddia-delle-ginestre-muscat-zibibbo-sicilia/,Zibibbo,2008,Abraxas 12,Red,US,"Scents of dark chocolate, cinnamon and blackberries waft from this New Jersey blend of Cab Franc and Merlot. Dry and medium bodied with a touch of sweet fruit, the red plum and cherry flavors aren't deeply concentrated but combined with soft tannins and a brisk acidity, make for a clean, pleasant wine.",Europa IV,23,84,New Jersey,Outer Coastal Plain,,Amalthea Cellars 2007 Europa IV Red (Outer Coastal Plain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalthea-cellars-2007-europa-iv-red-outer-coastal-plain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Amalthea Cellars 14.2,Red,US,"Soft and dull, with candied cherry flavors. It's a decent sipper, but seems like an afterthought from this fine winery.",,24,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Flora Springs 13.5,Red,Australia,"On the oaky side, with notes of fresh cedar and vanilla that seem to dominate the underlying fruit. Still, it's a reasonably attractive red with soft tannins.",,30,84,New South Wales,Tumbarumba,,Hungerford Hill 2009 Pinot Noir (Tumbarumba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hungerford-hill-2009-pinot-noir-tumbarumba/,Pinot Noir,2009,Hungerford Hill 13,Red,France,Strawberry hull and red plum pit aromas laced with a dusting of nutmeg shine in the bouquet. Easygoing and fresh with a black pepper accent staying through the close.,,13,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Louis Changarnier 2009 Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-changarnier-2009-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2009,Louis Changarnier 13.8,Rose,US,"Dark, dry and heavy for a rosé, with cherry, blackberry tea and spice flavors. Drink now.",Obsession Saignée of Grenache,15,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Leojami 2009 Obsession Saignée of Grenache Rosé (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leojami-2009-obsession-saignee-grenache-rose-central-coast-monterey-county/,Rosé,2009,Leojami 13.6,White,US,"Fresh apples and apple blossoms, accented by hints of salted butter and dark, toasted oak scent this Grand Valley Chardonnay. It's dry and full bodied with lots of fresh apple and lemon flavors, but finishes a tad bitter and on a slightly yogurty note. Fresh, citrusy acidity makes it a great companion to a creamy chicken or pasta dish.",,14,84,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Two Rivers 2008 Chardonnay (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-rivers-2008-chardonnay-grand-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Two Rivers 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Creamy and dusty on the nose, with sweet, soft berry aromas. The palate is chunky and has a fat feel along with warm, easy flavors of cherry and sweet plum. Breaks up some on the finish, but offers enough dry, light red fruit to be worth a glass.",Rosado Prieto Picudo,15,84,Northern Spain,Tierra de León,,Tampesta 2010 Rosado Prieto Picudo Rosé (Tierra de León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tampesta-2010-rosado-prieto-picudo-rose-tierra-leon/,Rosé,2010,Tampesta 12.8,White,US,"The alcohol level is nice and low, but at the cost of sweetness. This isn't anywhere close to a dry table wine, it's a dessert wine, with sugary- sweet pineapple, orange and vanilla flavors.",,24,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Villa Toscano 2009 Viognier (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-toscano-2009-viognier-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Viognier,2009,Villa Toscano 15.3,Red,US,"Fire up the barbie and drink this soft, fruity wine with roasts. Its berry, cherry and spice flavors will wash those ribs right down.",Vineyard Blend,16,84,California,California Other,California,Ursa 2006 Vineyard Blend Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ursa-2006-vineyard-blend-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2006,Ursa 13,White,Spain,"Not bad for a $10 blend of Chardonnay and Moscato. The nose is mostly neutral except for basic peach and white grape aromas. The palate is a bit thin and chalky, but at least it's clean and offers decent flavors of lemon and papaya.",,10,84,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Torito Bravo 2009 White (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torito-bravo-2009-white-carinena/,White Blend,2009,Torito Bravo 13.5,Red,Australia,"Seems fading already, to judge by its bricking rim and scents of dried leaves, but the subtle cherry and button mushroom notes are still attractive enough. Drink up.",,15,84,Victoria,Victoria,,Sibling Rivalry 2008 Pinot Noir (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sibling-rivalry-2008-pinot-noir-victoria/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sibling Rivalry 13.5,Red,US,"Rather heavy and dull, with soft, uncomplex berry, smoked meat and spice flavors. Finishes a little green. Drink now.",Reserve,45,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cleavage Creek 2005 Reserve Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cleavage-creek-2005-reserve-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2005,Cleavage Creek 12.5,White,US,"Intensely fragrant with a high toned apple and yellow flower scent, this off-dry, full-bodied Traminette is rich and viscous on the palate with concentrated apple flavor. A little heavy on the tongue and a bit of hot on the finish, but a good wine overall.",Semi-Dry,17,84,Virginia-North Carolina,,,Divine Llama 2009 Semi-Dry Traminette (Virginia-North Carolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/divine-llama-2009-semi-dry-other-white-traminette-virginia-north-carolina/,Traminette,2009,Divine Llama 13.5,Red,Spain,"Medicinal cough drop aromas lean toward raspberry and strawberry. The palate is fairly heavy, sticky and candied, with herbal red fruit flavors. Not as well done as the label's Monastrell-Syrah; this one features those two grapes as well as Tempranillo.",,11,84,Levante,Jumilla,,Genio Español 2009 Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/genio-espanol-2009-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2009,Genio Español 11.5,White,Spain,"Sweet and soda-like up front, with a balanced palate of soft bubbles and lime, kiwi and bitter green flavors. Foams up a bit on the back palate and finish, which is lime-tinged but bitter. Good for a sweet Moscato-styled wine but with some flaws.",Cresta Azul,12,84,Spain Other,Spain,,Cavas del Ampurdán NV Cresta Azul White (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-ampurdan-nv-cresta-azul-white-other/,White Blend,,Cavas del Ampurdán 12.8,Red,Austria,"Very soft, light and easy red, just spiced, full of red cherry fruits and acidity. A great summer red. Screwcap.",,14,84,Niederösterreich,,,Pratsch 2009 Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratsch-2009-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2009,Pratsch 13,White,France,Light weight but a bit flat in the mouth with notes of sour stone fruit and crunchy red apple leading into a softly spiced finish.,Réserve Spéciale,15,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Gérard Bertrand 2009 Réserve Spéciale Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2009-reserve-speciale-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2009,Gérard Bertrand 13.5,White,France,"Light, lean citrus and toasted apple chips drive the nose of this Chard, with a hint of yellow floral character unfolding in the medium- weight but slightly hot mouth.",,10,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,The Frenchhouse 2009 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frenchhouse-2009-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2009,The Frenchhouse 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a strangely pungent red wine with slight aromas of varnish or furniture wax backed by more delicate aromas of blackberry and currants. It's compact, fresh and sharp on the close.",,,84,Southern Italy,Cirò,,Tenuta del Conte 2008 Cirò,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-conte-2008-red-ciro/,Red Blend,2008,Tenuta del Conte 12.5,Red,France,"Light berry fruit with soft tannins and fresh acidity. An attractive, simple, fruity wine. Not for aging. Screwcap.",,14,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Michel Picard 2008 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-2008-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2008,Michel Picard 14.2,Red,US,"There's a weird ashy taste to this wine that blows off after a while. Under that are some good raspberry and cherry flavors, with brisk acidity. Drink now.",Logan Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,25,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Talbott 2009 Logan Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-2009-logan-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Talbott 14.2,Red,US,"Tastes thin and acerbic, with tannins and acids framing modest cranberry and new oak flavors. Already throwing some sediment, it doesn't seem likely to improve.",Estate Elivette,125,84,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2006 Estate Elivette Red (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2006-estate-elivette-red-napa-spring-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Spring Mountain Vineyard 14.4,White,US,"Over-manipulated, a soft, sugary, buttered popcorn-tasting wine with pineapple jam flavors. The underlying fruit seems fine, but the winery needs to focus more on dryness and structure.",Reserve,35,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rodney Strong 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2008-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Rodney Strong 13.5,Red,Australia,"This wine is dominated for the moment by an intensely smoky character. There's plummy fruit and supple tannins underneath, so maybe this rating will ultimately appear harsh, but an ashy note on the finish may never properly resolve.",,75,84,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yarra Yering 2007 Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yarra-yering-2007-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Yarra Yering 13.5,Red,Spain,"Grassy, sweet, medicinal aromas lead to a generic, candied flavor profile that rides a bit awkwardly on a creamy palate. Sweet to the point of tasting sugary on the finish, with a lightly gummy residue. Better if you like very sweet red wines. 50% Tempranillo, 40% Garnacha and 10% Syrah.",,9,84,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Las Valles 2009 Red (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-valles-2009-tempranillo-blend-carinena/,Tempranillo Blend,2009,Las Valles 12.5,White,Australia,A medium-bodied Chardonnay with modest notes of melon and pear accented by a slight flintiness on the nose. Soft and easy to drink.,,12,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Razor's Edge 2009 Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/razors-edge-2009-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2009,Razor's Edge 15.3,Red,US,"Overtly sweet in raspberry and cherry jam flavors, this Zin will appeal to those who like this fruity, ripe style. It's soft and easy to drink now.",Estate,26,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Marcos Creek 2009 Estate Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-marcos-creek-2009-estate-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2009,San Marcos Creek 14.6,Red,US,"Soft, peppery and slightly sweet in glycerine, a Cabernet made in Paso's more rustic style. It's rich and jammy in blackberries and cherries.",Estate,26,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Marcos Creek 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-marcos-creek-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,San Marcos Creek 12,Sparkling,France,"An attractive onion skin-colored rosé. The wine is less enticing: rather flat in feel, with soft caramel flavor, the fruit on the flabby side.",Rose Top,35,84,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole NV Rose Top (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-nv-rose-top-champagne-128172/,Champagne Blend,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole ,Red,US,"A modestly proportioned, pure Tempranillo, this makes a toasty impression more than a fruity one. Some blackberry and plum flavors, tart and astringent, lead into a tannic, grainy finish.",,28,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Castillo de Feliciana 2007 Tempranillo (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-feliciana-2007-tempranillo-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Tempranillo,2007,Castillo de Feliciana 13,White,France,"Look for the 2010 vintage of this wine, as the 2009 seems a bit tired now with muted notes of melon rind and lemon in the round mouth and a finish that shows a bit of heat.",Cadet d'Oc,11,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 2009 Cadet d'Oc Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-2009-cadet-doc-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2009,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 13,White,Spain,"Shows an oily bouquet that's nutty and tough. The palate is more viscous than ideal, with sweet, chunky citrus flavors. Melony on the finish, which is thick and unctuous. Flavorful but clumsy.",Classic Old Vines,13,84,Catalonia,Penedès,,Albet I Noya 2009 Classic Old Vines Xarel-lo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albet-i-noya-2009-classic-old-vines-spanish-white-xarel-lo-penedes/,Xarel-lo,2009,Albet I Noya 13.7,Red,US,"A relatively light wine from a high-acid vintage. Still tart and showing some youthful jaggedness, it has a sweaty undercurrent that somewhat undermines the fruit. Very tart raspberry/strawberry flavors seem to crack up through the finish, a mélange of acid, toast, heat and chalk.",Winemaker's Select,35,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Adamant Cellars 2008 Winemaker's Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adamant-cellars-2008-winemakers-select-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Adamant Cellars 12.5,Red,Spain,"Soft and flat on the nose, with creamy milk chocolate aromas and sweet candy scents. The palate is quite soft and a bit soupy, with dull but sweet and chocolaty berry flavors. Finishes without much edge. In a word, it's stewy.",Mósen Cleto Crianza,9,84,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Bodegas Aragonesas 2006 Mósen Cleto Crianza Red (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-aragonesas-2006-mosen-cleto-crianza-red-campo-borja/,Red Blend,2006,Bodegas Aragonesas 13.5,Red,Chile,"Black fruit aromas are a touch brambly, while the palate is full in size, with a scratchy feel. Raspberry and plum flavors are standard and a tad bit green, while the finish is alert but prickly.",,10,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Cantora 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantora-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Cantora 13.5,White,France,"The nose offers wafts of buttered toast, red apple skin and orange rind while the mouth presents more oaky apple core and sweet spice flavors. Drink now.",Fiona,19,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays de L'Herault,,Chateau Capion 2009 Fiona White (Vin de Pays de L'Herault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-capion-2009-fiona-white-vin-pays-lherault/,White Blend,2009,Chateau Capion 13.5,White,France,This value wine is a great choice for simple summer fair like grilled chicken salads. Light and fresh with underripe peach and mango fruit flavors accented by sweet pea florals. Drink now.,Lily Pad White,9,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,Arrogant Frog 2010 Lily Pad White Chardonnay (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrogant-frog-2010-lily-pad-white-chardonnay-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2010,Arrogant Frog 13,White,US,"Although this Riesling is crisply acidic and nicely dry, it's pretty thin. The modest citrus, petrol and spice flavors are watery, leaving behind an impression of heat even though the alcohol is only 13%.",,17,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Banyan 2009 Riesling (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banyan-2009-riesling-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Riesling,2009,Banyan 13,White,Italy,"As wine technology regarding controlled temperatures improve, we are starting to see many new Sauvignon Blancs from hot climates areas such as Sicily. This wine opens with a light, luminous color and offers easy aromas of passion fruit and citrus.",Kaid,28,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Alessandro di Camporeale 2009 Kaid Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alessandro-camporeale-2009-kaid-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-sicilia/,Sauvignon,2009,Alessandro di Camporeale 12.5,White,US,"Fresh apple and lemons are bathed with scents of rich cream and buttered toast on this dry, full-bodied Chard from New Jersey. There's plenty of sweet apple fruit and a fresh, citrus acidity on the palate, but they're hindered somewhat by sour, bitter wood notes that carry through to the finish.",Reserve,18,84,New Jersey,Outer Coastal Plain,,Amalthea Cellars 2007 Reserve Chardonnay (Outer Coastal Plain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalthea-cellars-2007-reserve-chardonnay-outer-coastal-plain/,Chardonnay,2007,Amalthea Cellars 13.4,White,US,"Simple, with oaky flavors of pineapple and tangerine jam. Tastes kind of sweet and sour at the same time.",,23,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Box Car 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/box-car-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Box Car ,White,Spain,"Ripe and sweet on the nose despite no oak aging, then candied in the mouth. Better if you like vanilla, gumdrop, banana and overt sweetness in your white wines, but for fans of dry, crisp, minerally Godello it's a softie with ultraripe flavors and not a lot of spine.",,14,84,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Castelo do Papa 2010 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelo-papa-2010-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2010,Castelo do Papa 14.5,Red,US,"Seems pricey for what you get, a soft, jammy wine with upfront flavors of raspberry and cherry sour candy, coated with lots of sweet, caramelized oak. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",Balletto Vineyard,40,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,WesMar 2008 Balletto Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wesmar-2008-balletto-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,WesMar 12,White,US,"With lovely whiffs of waxy white florals, honey and lanolin on the nose, there's a clean, everyday elegance to this Pinot Blanc. Dry and medium bodied in style with a pleasant vanilla note in the midpalate. Drink now.",Barrel Fermented,14,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2009 Barrel Fermented Pinot Blanc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2009-barrel-fermented-pinot-blanc-finger-lakes/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Glenora 13.5,White,Australia,"Clean and simple, this medium-bodied Chardonnay boasts crisp apple flavors and a citrusy finish. Drink now.",Fishcage,18,84,New South Wales,Tumbarumba,,Hungerford Hill 2009 Fishcage Chardonnay (Tumbarumba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hungerford-hill-2009-fishcage-chardonnay-tumbarumba/,Chardonnay,2009,Hungerford Hill 13,White,Australia,"Loaded with tropical fruit, this simple Chardonnay comes across as slightly sweet because of its thick mouthfeel and fruity nature.",Jim Jim The Down-Underdog Unoaked,12,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Hugh Hamilton 2008 Jim Jim The Down-Underdog Unoaked Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugh-hamilton-2008-jim-jim-down-underdog-unoaked-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2008,Hugh Hamilton 13.5,White,France,"Candied lemon, vanilla custard and sweet orange oil all abound thoughout. With 35,000 cases imported, this straightforward quaffer should be easy to find and should please most who enjoy a fuller-bodied and oak-driven Chard.",,11,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Hob Nob 2008 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hob-nob-2008-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2008,Hob Nob 13,Red,Spain,"A bit baked on the nose but also floral. In the mouth, it's wet and fleshy but bland, with wan, savory roasted plum flavors. Offers little on the finish except for saltiness and generic plum.",Alma de Tinto,15,84,Galicia,Monterrei,,Pazo das Tapias 2009 Alma de Tinto Mencía (Monterrei),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-das-tapias-2009-alma-tinto-spanish-red-mencia-monterrei/,Mencía,2009,Pazo das Tapias 16.2,Red,US,"Good varietal flavors of wild berries and spices in this dry Zinfandel, but it feels rustic, and the alcohol level of 16.2% is out of balance.",Cypress,30,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mounts 2008 Cypress Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mounts-2008-cypress-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Mounts 13,White,France,"Toast crumbs, soft hay and green apple skin appear in the bouquet, while flavors of lime and apple flesh fill the medium-weight mouth with a short but clean close.",Le Dog de Charlotte,11,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Mont Tauch 2009 Le Dog de Charlotte Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-tauch-2009-le-dog-charlotte-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2009,Mont Tauch 13.5,White,Spain,"The 2008 vintage was cool and wet, which may explain this wine's more abnormal green, vegetal qualities. The green stuff starts on the nose, which suggests canned peas. The palate is soft, round and tastes slightly of asparagus. It still shows nice feel and richness, but the flavors and aromas are underdeveloped.",Plácet,30,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Palacios Remondo 2008 Plácet Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacios-remondo-2008-placet-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2008,Palacios Remondo 14.7,Red,US,"A brisk, ripe Zinfandel for drinking now with grilled meats and tomato-based cheese sauces. It's ripe and sweet in cherry jam, red currant and spice flavors.",Osezno,32,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Oso Libre 2008 Osezno Zinfandel (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oso-libre-2008-osezno-zinfandel-central-coast/,Zinfandel,2008,Oso Libre 14.5,Red,Australia,"On the woody side, dominated by cedar and vanilla, although some berry fruit does show through. It's medium in body, with a bit of mocha on the finish.",,16,84,South Australia,Barossa,,Peter Lehmann 2008 Shiraz (Barossa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa/,Shiraz,2008,Peter Lehmann 14,Red,Chile,"Sweet, jammy red-fruit aromas mix with candy, mocha and oaky scents. The palate has a resiny, creamy feel and oaky flavors of vanilla along with herbal notes and red fruit. A simple, creamy wine that doesn't offer anything extra or special.",Reserva,12,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Chilensis 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilensis-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Chilensis ,White,US,"Covey Run has dropped the Fumé and gone with Sauvignon Blanc, along with a label redesign that puts the Quail label into a more colorful, eye-catching format. The blend includes Sémillon, Chenin Blanc and Riesling, and there is just enough residual sugar to take the edge off the grassiness. Light apple fruit flavors, sharp acids and a hint of fresh asparagus.",Quail Series,9,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2009 Quail Series Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2009-quail-series-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Covey Run 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Kind of flat, heavy and maderized, with weighty, chunky, cidery flavors. The acidity is still lively enough to keep it afloat, but it sits heavily on the palate and foams up before finishing soft and creamy.",Brut,15,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Totus Tuus NV Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/totus-tuus-nv-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Totus Tuus 13,Red,France,"There's a lemon drop candy accent to the red cherry fruit flavors of this wine, transitioning to a juiciness that freshens up the finish. Drink now.",,10,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,The Frenchhouse 2009 Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frenchhouse-2009-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2009,The Frenchhouse 13.5,White,Chile,"Oily on the nose, with forced oak and waxy peach aromas. The palate is fleshy and acidic enough, with sweet, lightly vegetal flavors of lime and melon. Pithy, with some green notes to the finish.",,9,84,Central Valley,,,Terra Andina 2009 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-andina-2009-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Terra Andina 14,Red,Chile,"Burnt rubber, cola and brambly aromas control the nose, while the palate is hard-coated and clacky in feel, with dry, herbal, peppery black-fruit flavors. Finishes creamy and oaky tasting. More oak and bramble on display than high-quality fruit.",Reserva,16,84,Maipo Valley,,,Los Molles 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-molles-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Los Molles 12.5,Red,France,Moderately aromatic with subtle suggestions of red plum and mashed strawberry. Medium weight in the mouth with soft tannins and crisp acidity.,Réserve St. Martin,11,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 2009 Réserve St. Martin Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-mediterranee-2009-reserve-st-martin-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2009,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 13.8,Red,US,"Made in the modern, predictable style of sweet oak and superripe, jammy fruit. In this case, the fruit is pineapples, pears and peaches, with a honeysuckle sweetness.",Cedar Lane Vineyard,22,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Leojami 2009 Cedar Lane Vineyard Viognier (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leojami-2009-cedar-lane-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Viognier,2009,Leojami 13.8,Red,US,"Intensely aromatic with notes of stewed black plums, milk chocolate and black coffee, this dry, full-bodied wine is rich and dense with a deeply concentrated palate of slightly overripe black fruit. Lush tannins and brisk acidity help to keep things elegant.",Heritage Estate Reserve,35,84,Virginia,Monticello,,Keswick Vineyards 2007 Heritage Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keswick-2007-heritage-estate-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-monticello/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2007,Keswick Vineyards 14.5,Red,Spain,"Roasted smelling, with dried spice aromas. Choppy and tannic in the mouth, with rubbery, savory flavors of raspberry and dark plum. Short and hard on the finish, with tomato notes. Has some good points but it's miserly on the fruit and comes across as tannic.",Crianza,11,84,Northern Spain,Toro,,Marqués de Olivara 2007 Crianza (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-olivara-2007-crianza-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2007,Marqués de Olivara ,Red,US,"Sweet new oak stands out, giving this Cabernet caramel aromas and flavors. But the oak is perfectly in keeping with the wine's massive power. Underneath the wood char is a dry, tannic wine with rich blackberry and currant flavors. It's a bit disjointed now, needing time for everything to mesh together. Could be really something around 2015.",3D,125,95,California,Napa,St. Helena,Salvestrin 2007 3D Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvestrin-2007-3d-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Salvestrin ,Red,France,"93-95 Beautifully balanced wine, with the fruit well integrated into the sweet tannins. There is a dark, smoky character underneath.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Hosanna 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hosanna-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Hosanna ,Red,France,"93-95 Very concentrated wine, although its tannins are well integrated into the fresh berry fruits and bright acidity. That gives the wine a style that brings out a more open character. Very promising future.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Bailly 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bailly-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut-Bailly ,White,France,"92-94 Powerful and rich wine, full of ripe pineapple and peach flavors. The wine is smooth, toasty, concentrated. Immense ripe fruit.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Carbonnieux 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carbonnieux-2010-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Carbonnieux ,Dessert,France,"A small parcel of Verdelho, planted originally in the 19th century and never officially recognized. The wine has a beautiful botrytis character, marked by pure acidity, by lemon and honey and great final freshness. Screwcap.",Vert de l'Or,,93,France Other,Vin de France,,Domaine des Baumard NV Vert de l'Or Verdelho (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-nv-vert-lor-spanish-white-verdelho-vin/,Verdelho,,Domaine des Baumard ,Red,France,"92-94 This is rounded, ripe, a densely tannic mineral wine, very intense. It is tense, structured, firm, promising long aging.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Les Astéries 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/asteries-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Les Astéries ,Red,France,"92-94 Sweetly juicy wine, the new wood giving high toast to the black currant flavors. It is on the elegant side, although the new wood needs to be tamed to let the fruit come through.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Giscours 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-giscours-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Giscours ,White,France,"A wine of great style and elegance, delivering spice and creaminess as well as ripe quince and pear fruit. Almond flavors signal that the wine is approaching maturity. Screwcap.",Clos de Saint-Yves,,92,Loire Valley,Savennières,,Domaine des Baumard 2006 Clos de Saint-Yves (Savennières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2006-clos-saint-yves-chenin-blanc-savennieres/,Chenin Blanc,2006,Domaine des Baumard ,Red,France,"91-93 Powerful and concentrated, with wood dominant. It's hard to find the fruit through the planks, although the wine does have the weight to give it promise for the future.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château la Louvière 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-louviere-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Louvière 14,Red,Italy,"Serpico is a beautiful but also modern expression of Aglianico (the grapes come from ancient vines in the Taurasi area) that opens with dark notes of blackberry, crushed stone, chocolate, rum cake, licorice and cola. The mouthfeel is smooth, firm and very rich.",Serpico,80,92,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2007 Serpico Aglianico (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2007-serpico-italian-red-aglianico-irpinia/,Aglianico,2007,Feudi di San Gregorio 13.9,Red,US,"With its spicy, wild berry and pine notes, this Pinot bears Failla's distinctive mark. It's a dry, complex and exotic young wine, brisk in acidity and wonderfully silky and elegant in the mouth. If you're into flavor identifiers, they're wild raspberries and cherries. Good price for a fine Failla wine. Best now and for the next six years.",,34,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Failla 14.2,White,US,". A very good Chardonnay whose dryness, acidity, minerality and cleanliness are characteristic of the vineyard. It's a Chablis-style wine, lean and lemony, with an oaky coat. Doesn't seem quite up there with previous vintages, but a very fine, complex wine made for early drinking.",Estate Vineyard,44,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2009 Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2009-estate-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Failla 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a fine, young Cabernet, rich in pastry-filling blackberries, cherries, black raspberries, cassis and sweet toasted oak notes. Already throwing some sediment, it should glide effortlessly through the next eight years, gaining bottle interest.",,65,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mi Sueño 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Mi Sueño ,Red,Italy,"This 60-30-10 Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Aglianico blend from southern Italy delivers beautiful purity and intensity. Aromas here include blackberry, tobacco, leather, rum cake and polished black stone. It tastes firm and full on the palate and could use a few more years of cellar aging.",,,92,Southern Italy,Campania,,Montevetrano 2008 Red (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevetrano-2008-red-campania/,Red Blend,2008,Montevetrano 13,Red,Italy,"From limestone and clay soils, this elegant Aglianico opens with a smooth and silky feel backed by power. Aromas of dark fruit, licorice and spice would match leg of lamb or pork roast.",Anastasi,50,92,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Taburno,,Ocone 2006 Anastasi (Aglianico del Taburno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ocone-2006-anastasi-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-taburno/,Aglianico,2006,Ocone ,Red,France,"91-93 A powerful wine, its tannins very dark and dense. The wine has great spice, great concentration, a hugely dense character. There is a hard edge here, but the acidity gives a wonderful black currant aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Tronquoy-Lalande 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tronquoy-lalande-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tronquoy-Lalande ,Red,France,"91-93 Densely tannic, although with the fruit weight to sustain the wine. It is packed with ripe flavors, very berry, very firm, finishing with juiciness.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Prieuré-Lichine 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-prieure-lichine-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Prieuré-Lichine ,Red,France,"91-93 Delicious, fruity wine, ripe fruits with just a hint of restraint. The wine is juicy, bursting with black fruits, the structure well integrated.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Pomeys 2010 Barrel sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pomeys-2010-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pomeys ,Red,France,"91-93 This has power, you can feel the alcohol from the Merlot in the blend. At the same time, the fruit drives through with great juiciness.",Barrel sample Les Tourelles de Longueville,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville 2010 Barrel sample Les Tourelles de Longueville (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-2010-barrel-sample-tourelles-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pichon Longueville 14.5,Red,Chile,"Round, dark and impressive, with deep berry aromas, minerality, smokiness and a hint of herbs and tomato. The palate is jammy and rich, what you might call syrupy, but there's still plenty of spine and structure. Tastes rich, jammy and masculine, with blackberry, coffee and spice notes. Drink now through 2017.",Viñedo Chadwick,260,92,Maipo Valley,,,Errazuriz 2008 Viñedo Chadwick Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2008-vinedo-chadwick-red-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2008,Errazuriz 14.5,Red,South Africa,"With only 336 cases imported, this Limited Edition red should be snagged up when seen. Herbal and fruity all at once with strong pepper and oregano aromas spicing up the black berry and cassis core. A touch of sweet cured meat, licorice, leather and roasted espresso appear on the finish, with assertive tannins filling the creamy mouth and lingering through the close. Drink now–2014.",Limited Release,95,92,Stellenbosch,,,Ernie Els 2006 Limited Release Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernie-els-2006-limited-release-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Ernie Els ,Dessert,France,A wine that contrasts extreme sweetness with freshness. It has beautiful acidity as well as a great swathe of sweet peach and orange laced with honeyed cream.,Carte d'Or,,92,Loire Valley,Coteaux du Layon,,Domaine des Baumard 2009 Carte d'Or Chenin Blanc (Coteaux du Layon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2009-carte-dor-chenin-blanc-coteaux-layon/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Domaine des Baumard 9,White,Germany,"Despite this wine's intense richness and ample residual sugar, it is so well balanced that it does not come across as being particularly sweet. Hints of flint or crushed stone amplify the purity of the fresh apple and peach fruit and linger elegantly on the finish of this full-bodied auslese. Drink now–2025, possibly beyond.",Bernkasteler Lay Auslese,41,92,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2009 Bernkasteler Lay Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2009-bernkasteler-lay-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 14.6,Red,US,"Very good price for a Cabernet this complex and smooth from Napa Valley. Offers lots of pleasure in the velvety texture and rich flavors of blackberries, cassis and mocha. A big improvement over the '06 bottling. Give it a few hours of decanting.",Maxine's,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bardessono 2007 Maxine's Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bardessono-2007-maxines-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bardessono ,Red,France,"91-93 Smooth, rich strong wine, with delicious acidity, pushed by ripe fruit and gorgeous tannins.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château du Glana 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-glana-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château du Glana ,Red,France,"91-93 A very complete wine, packed with just the right level of tannins and with the sweet plum fruit pushing through to give richness to the acidity.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château d'Angludet 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dangludet-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château d'Angludet ,Dessert,France,"91-93 Attractive, fresh wine, with a delicious delicacy as well as the perfumed acidity. There is a tasty pear juice and spice combination to finish.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Lamothe Guignard 2010 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-guignard-2010-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Lamothe Guignard 14.6,Red,US,"A rich, sleek Cabernet, made in a controlled manner emphasizing dry elegance rather than massive fruit. You'll find complex blackberry, tobacco and mocha flavors, wrapped into firm tannins. Now–2014.",Reserve,95,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Armanino Family Cellars 2008 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armanino-family-cellars-2008-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Armanino Family Cellars 14.8,Red,US,"Tough in tannins, with an astringent, lockdown quality. That's the iron fist of this wine. The velvet glove is the rich, flamboyant core of blackberries and cassis. Give this young wine at least six years to come around.",,65,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Baldacci 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baldacci-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Baldacci ,Red,US,"The Looney Vineyard bottling is the outlier in the Archery Summit lineup—a different AVA and a non-estate vineyard. The Ribbon Ridge AVA is a subset of a subset within the Willamette Valley, and it may be the hidden gem for producing great Pinot Noir. This wine is sensual, spirited, spicy and smooth. The cherry and raspberry fruit is highlighted with bright acidity and whiffs of baking spices. The new oak is gently applied and the use of wild yeasts may have added some textural nuances also.",Looney Vineyard,85,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Ribbon Ridge,Archery Summit 2008 Looney Vineyard Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-2008-looney-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-ribbon-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2008,Archery Summit ,Red,France,"91-93 This feels very juicy, the fruit almost over-ripe. There is a generous new world feel to it, very opulent, super-rich. Open black plum and damson fruits push through the dark, perfumed tannins.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pavie ,Red,France,"91-93 New, polished wood and mint aromas, a wine that shows big wood tannins. The fruit has the right weight to come through all the wood, with acidity already an important factor.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Pape Clément 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pape-clement-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pape Clément ,Dessert,France,"91-93 Fresh, bright in style, a spice cake of flavors while keeping taut fruit and final acidity. The texture, though, promises good ageing.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Nairac 2010 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nairac-2010-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Nairac 13,Red,France,"One of the few properties in Saint-Julien that is not a cru classé, Moulin de la Rose does have all the elegant, structured character of the vintage. The tannins are firm, suggesting good long-term aging prospects.",,70,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Moulin de la Rose 2008 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-rose-2008-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Moulin de la Rose ,Red,France,"91-93 Rich fruit currants and berries, intensely juicy, packed with dark very ripe fruit. A powerhouse of berries.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Gazin 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gazin-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Gazin ,White,US,"From the oldest (28 years) Riesling planting in the Columbia Gorge, this dense, dry, 12.2% alcohol wine has marvelous grip and body. Bright fruit mixes apples, pears, white peaches and citrus, the flavors beautifully melded. The acidity brightens but does not turn sour, and the depth is remarkable for a dry wine harvested at such low brix. The more it breathes, the better it gets.",Old Vines Dry,20,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Viento 2009 Old Vines Dry Riesling (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viento-2009-old-vines-dry-riesling-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Riesling,2009,Viento 14.1,Red,US,"A huge Pinot Noir, rich and delicious. Shows great terroir, like it really comes from somewhere. A little soft in acids, but enormously lush in cherries and raspberries, with a firm minerality that must come from the ground. Aging could be a problem given the softness, but it's lovely now.",Rapley Trail Vineyard Block B,70,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2008 Rapley Trail Vineyard Block B Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2008-rapley-trail-vineyard-block-b-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Thomas Fogarty 14.1,Red,US,"Give this wine at least two years in the cellar. Tasted in February, it's way too young to appreciate, being dominated by oak, tannins and primary cherry and pomegranate fruit. But it's clearly well grown and made, and shows its pedigree in the superb structure and dryness.",Cargasacchi Vineyard,50,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Siduri 2009 Cargasacchi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2009-cargasacchi-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Siduri 13.5,Red,Italy,"What sets this Taurasi apart is a distinct floral note of blue flower or pressed rose that sits over a much broader and bolder base of dark spice, black fruit, prune, resin and cola. The little floral accent adds a feminine touch to what is without a doubt one of Italy's most masculine wines.",Tenuta di Altavilla,,92,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Villa Matilde 2005 Tenuta di Altavilla (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2005-tenuta-altavilla-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2005,Villa Matilde 15.6,Red,US,"A big, dense, brooding wine, concentrated and powerful in blackberries, cherries and cassis. The tannins are sandpapery, giving the mouth a scoury feeling added to by the acids. An interesting, complex young wine that's well made and needs time to come around. Drink it over the next 6–8 years.",,45,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Robert Mondavi 13.8,Red,US,"Sineann's Peter Rosback is the winemaker for this particular Lachini bottling, and has been through seven vintages. This is the best yet, perhaps a function of a maturing vineyard and a great year. Lush and textural, it dances among flavors of pretty cherry-berry fruit, lightly whipped chocolate and accents of sandalwood and spice. It gains strength through the finish, lingering gracefully.",‘S',45,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Lachini 2008 ‘S' Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lachini-2008-s-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lachini 14.5,Dessert,Italy,"Le Passule is a gorgeous passito dessert wine that offers sweet tones of honey, candied apricot and almond paste backed by a zesty touch of exotic spice. There's enough heft and determination here to pair with aged cheese.",Le Passule 500ml,,92,Southern Italy,Val di Neto,,Librandi 2007 Le Passule 500ml White (Val di Neto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-2007-le-passule-500ml-white-val-neto/,White Blend,2007,Librandi 14.5,Red,US,"Dense, dry and ripe, this is a Cabernet to lay down. It's really tough and gritty in tannins, but solid in wild blackberry, cherry and herb flavors. A powerful young Cabernet that needs 6–8 years to come around.",Grand Vin,325,92,California,Napa,Yountville,Kapcsandy Family Winery 2008 Grand Vin Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kapcsandy-family-winery-2008-grand-vin-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kapcsandy Family Winery 15.2,Red,US,"A very rich, dramatic, indisputably Napa Cabernet. The fruit is ripe in blackberries and cassis, the tannin structure is vibrant and living, and the oak application is superb. A fashionable Cab that should develop over the next eight years.",,65,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Guarachi Family 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guarachi-family-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Guarachi Family 12.5,White,France,"Perfumed, rounded wine, packed with fruit, its ripe flavor given point with kiwi fruit acidity. There is a light spiciness that adds to the complexity. Age for 3-4 years.",Le Domaine Saget,35,92,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Guy Saget 2009 Le Domaine Saget (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guy-saget-2009-le-domaine-saget-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Guy Saget ,Red,France,"91-93 This is deceptively soft, with its tannins full of sweetness and acidity. Behind the opulent façade, the power and dry character are very evident.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Le Boscq 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-boscq-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Le Boscq ,White,France,"91-93 The wine feels full, ripe, weighty. More power than elegance, it shows ripe pear and grapefruit juice flavors. Very dense aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larrivet-haut-brion-2010-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"91-93 Deliciously fresh wine, the acidity striking to the core of the balanced tannins. The texture is dusty, firm, preserving elegance.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Cambon la Pelouse 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cambon-pelouse-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cambon la Pelouse ,White,France,"91-93 Full-bodied wine, with toast and a strong citrus and herbaceous character. The wine is open, soft, generous, finishing with a very spicy character.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Bouscaut 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouscaut-2010-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Bouscaut ,White,France,"91-93 Firm and closed up, a structured wine that shows ripe tropical fruits, laced with pink grapefruit. Rich, concentrated, powerful.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de Fieuzal 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fieuzal-2010-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château de Fieuzal 8,White,Germany,"The three Himmelreich '09 spätleses tasted were all terrific, with this example showing great intensity and power without excessive weight. Apple and lime notes are underscored by something akin to liquid slate, while citrus notes linger on the long, vibrant finish.",Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese,25,92,Mosel,,,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 2009 Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heidemanns-bergweiler-2009-graacher-himmelreich-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 14.1,Red,US,"Cinnabar produced this wine and has held it back longer than most other wineries. As a result, the 100% Cabernet has achieved a velvety softness, making it immediately drinkable. It has pretty flavors of cherries, black raspberries, chocolate and smoky oak.",,45,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Cinnabar 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Cinnabar ,Red,France,"91-93 Immensely dark, structured, pure fruit and tannin, a wine that pushes its weight. It never goes too far, with a sense of restraint giving the wine elegance.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Saint-Pierre 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-pierre-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Saint-Pierre 13.7,Red,US,"Impressive for the volume of its flavor, which is all intensely concentrated mountain blackberries and cassis, with an interesting and savory salty earthiness of green olives. Beautifully oaked, too, so sweet and refined in toast. But those notorious Diamond Mountain tannins are gigantic, and the wine needs serious cellar time. Stash until 2014, and the drinkabiity window could last for an additional ten years.",Estate,65,93,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Reverie 15.1,Red,US,"Made from a 106-year-old vineyard in Napa Valley, this wine is usually referred to as Syrah, but its exact components are difficult to define, except to call the wine Rhône-like. It's luxuriously soft in the mouth, with complex flavors of black raspberries, cocoa, cola, herbs, peppery spices and sandalwood. Extraordinarily rich, the wine develops bottle nuances as it warms in the glass.",Orion Rossi Vineyard,90,93,California,Napa,St. Helena,Sean Thackrey 2008 Orion Rossi Vineyard Red (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-2008-orion-rossi-vineyard-red-napa-st-helena/,Red Blend,2008,Sean Thackrey ,White,France,"A wine with a very mineral character, some weight, very lively acidity, rounded out with spice and pear. This is for long-term aging, over five years and more.",Clos du Bourg Sec,30,93,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Huët 2010 Clos du Bourg Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-huet-2010-clos-bourg-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Domaine Huët ,Red,France,"92-94 Dense and concentrated, a powerful wine packed with ripe berry fruits, hugely ripe and opulent.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Providence 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-providence-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Providence ,Red,France,"92-94 Great black currant flavors, with lovely fresh acidity, a lot of spice from new wood. There is lovely acidity here as well, a stylish wine.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pibran 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pibran-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pibran ,Dessert,France,"92-94 Hugely aromatic, a wine that manages to combine freshness, lightness and density. It is deliciously fresh, then offering a fine, ripe dried fruit aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château de Myrat 2010 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-myrat-2010-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château de Myrat ,Dessert,France,"92-94 Great acidity here, the wine has freshness as well as dried apricot and peach flavors, very honeyed. Excellent acidity to finish.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Malle 2010 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malle-2010-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château de Malle ,Red,France,"92-94 Great dusty tannins, almost too powerful, very solid in character. The wine is chunky, allowing juicy fruits to show. It is a dry wine, certainly not hard.",Barrel sample Le Petit Cheval,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Cheval Blanc 2010 Barrel sample Le Petit Cheval (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cheval-blanc-2010-barrel-sample-le-petit-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cheval Blanc ,Red,France,"92-94 With huge tannins, very dark fruits, powerful and concentrated. The wine is ripe, juicy and firmly tannic.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Certan de May de Certan 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-certan-may-certan-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Certan de May de Certan ,White,France,"92-94 Full of toasty flavors, this is a structured, wood and ripe fruit dominated wine. It has weight, while also feeling fresh. Great final spice and pear flavors.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2010-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Malartic-Lagravière ,Red,France,"92-94 A gorgeous, opulently surfaced wine. The freshness cuts through the tannins to give the ripest of plum juice fruits. Powerful, while also deliciously juicy",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château les Ormes de Pez 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ormes-pez-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château les Ormes de Pez ,Red,France,"92-94 A wonderful balance between freshness, acidity and dark tannins, giving the wine immense structure and delicious fruit. Powerful, but so elegant.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Langoa Barton 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-langoa-barton-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Langoa Barton ,Red,France,"92-94 Rich and silky wine with the acidity of the vintage. The wine is soft, very ripe, opulent in character, with great Cabernet Franc perfumes.",Barrel sample Les Carruades de Lafite,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lafite Rothschild 2010 Barrel sample Les Carruades de Lafite (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafite-rothschild-2010-barrel-sample-carruades-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lafite Rothschild ,Red,France,"92-94 Spice and mint aromas with blackberry fruit, new wood and a polished character. The acidity is delicious, refreshing.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Faugères 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-faugeres-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Faugères 15.2,Red,US,"There's something so smoothly sweet about this Cabernet, it's like an old Cognac. The sweetly toasted oak is merging its caramel and vanilla with the ripe black and red cherries, leading to an unctuous, long, spicy finish. Really quite a compelling wine that's beautiful now.",Reserve,60,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Bartalotti 2005 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartalotti-2005-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Bartalotti 13,Red,Italy,"From the extraordinary Punggl vineyard cru south of the town of Magrè at an altitude of 790 feet above sea level, this rich, luscious and refined Merlot is simply gorgeous. The mouthfeel is soft, silky and rich and the high altitude has helped to shape aromatic brightness and overall intensity. Beautiful.",MMIV,,93,,Alto Adige,,Alois Lageder 2004 MMIV Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-2004-mmiv-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2004,Alois Lageder 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark, toasty and minerally to start with, then throw in some olive, herb and cassis and it's pure Maipo Cabernet at its best. The palate is deep, layered and lush, with a smooth, elegant yet lusty flow of cassis, berry, olive and herbal flavors. Fine on the finish, with mild barrel-influenced chocolate. Ready to drink but could be cellared for another 4–5 years.",,103,93,Puente Alto,,,Almaviva 2007 Red (Puente Alto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/almaviva-2007-red-puente-alto/,Red Blend,2007,Almaviva ,White,France,"This is great Sancerre from the Monts Damnés vineyard. It shows all the right varietal character, stylized by initial austerity, flint and a dense texture. Gradually it opens up to show a balance of acidity and richness.",Le M.D. de Bourgeois,,93,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Henri Bourgeois 2009 Le M.D. de Bourgeois (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-bourgeois-2009-le-md-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Henri Bourgeois 14.2,Red,US,"Ron Lachini cleverly assigns his wines to a carefully assembled team of winemakers; this one belongs to Laurent Montalieu. It is the estate reserve, from low-yielding vines. It is a particular success in this much-maligned vintage. Intense and focused, it opens with pungent aromas of forest and clove, tastes of concentrated cranberry and pomegranate fruit, and powers through into a full-bodied, hefty, assertive finish. The tannins are substantial and the winemaking perfect.",Cuvée Giselle,65,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lachini 2007 Cuvée Giselle Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lachini-2007-cuvee-giselle-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lachini 13.7,White,US,"Mendocino's Navarro Vineyards hits it out of the ballpark with this truly stellar Sauvignon Blanc, its 20th year making SB. Partially barrel-fermented, this is an inviting wine of subtle jasmine aromas and touching minerality. An incredibly well-balanced version of the varietal full of lemon thyme and passion fruit. The acidity would cut nicely through a potato gratin.",Cuvee 128,18,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Navarro 2009 Cuvee 128 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2009-cuvee-128-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Navarro ,Red,France,"92-94 Ripe blackcurrants, powerful fruit, with great acidity and enticing dusty tannins. The wine brings out juicy Merlot flavors, with a more concentrated element.",Barrel sample Alter Ego de Château Palmer,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Palmer 2010 Barrel sample Alter Ego de Château Palmer (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-palmer-2010-barrel-sample-alter-ego-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Palmer ,Red,France,"92-94 A rich and firm wine, packed with dark tannins, wood flavors, very concentrated and dense. The sweet, smoky character comes through to give opulent black fruits.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lynch-Moussas 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-moussas-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lynch-Moussas ,Red,France,"92-94 Dark, dry wine initially with austerity. Then the bright berry fruits come from behind the severe façade to give a structured, still luscious wine.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Lagrange 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrange-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lagrange ,Red,France,"92-94 Big, firm, with dense tannins that underly the ripe, dark berry and plum skin fruit flavors. Very powerful, the almost shocking acidity a cutting edge of freshness. Hugely juicy aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Pointe 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pointe-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Pointe ,Red,France,"92-94 A hugely fruity wine, very rich, concentrated and dense. It has great power and richness, the berry fruits racing with ripeness.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Fonbadet 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonbadet-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Fonbadet ,Red,France,"92-94 There is power and richness here, the wine has weight, delicious ripe fruits and a smooth texture. Under that surface is the powerful, dense texture.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Ferrière 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferriere-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Ferrière ,Red,France,"92-94 Packed with tannins, new wood and a dense character, this is going to be a wine for the long-term. It has all the power, although with a softer side in the final fruitiness.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château d'Arsac 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darsac-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château d'Arsac ,Red,France,"92-94 Powerful tannins here, spiced with a considerable amount of new wood. The wine has richness, black chocolate burnt toast flavors along with intense sweet plum fruits.",Barrel sample Les Pagodes de Cos,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos d'Estournel 2010 Barrel sample Les Pagodes de Cos (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-destournel-2010-barrel-sample-pagodes-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cos d'Estournel ,Red,France,"92-94 Smoky wine, dominated by its dry tannins, seemingly extracted. The wine certainly has weight and power, but the dryness is a major element at this stage. It will need serious aging time.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Bélair-Monange 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belair-monange-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bélair-Monange ,Red,US,"There's a very good wine here that's yearning to express itself, but it's locked inside a straitjacket of tannins. Feels hard, astringent and resistant in the mouth. But it's huge in concentrated blackberries, cherries, anise and cedar, and gives the impression of drama and importance. Give it at least five years, and it could develop well beyond that.",,225,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Promise 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/promise-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Promise 15.5,Red,US,"A ridiculously hedonistic bottle of Syrah, this hits you first with its heady aromas of strong black olive, tobacco and bacon, then seduces you further with layers of rich berry fruit topped by Syrah-proper pepper. Blended with Petite Sirah and Petit Verdot and fairly high in alcohol (15.5%) this is one for those who love good Syrah.",6th Sense,16,93,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Michael David 2008 6th Sense Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-david-2008-6th-sense-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,2008,Michael David 15.1,Red,US,"Shows its youth in the assaultive tannins that hit the palate with astringent toughness. But underneath are rich, pure and vibrant blackberry, cherry and cassis flavors. A very fine wine, as this bottling tends to be, but one in serious need of cellaring. It's already throwing some sediment, suggesting it's impatient to evolve. Give it another 6–8 years.",Brenda's Vineyard,105,93,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Baldacci 2007 Brenda's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baldacci-2007-brendas-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Baldacci 14.5,Red,US,"From Rusack's estate vineyard, this is a very fine, young Syrah. It shows rich blackberry, red currant, licorice, cocoa, smoked meat and sandalwood flavors, but is also quite tannic, and some of those tannins come from new oak. If you drink it now, give it a good decant. Should hold in the bottle for at least six years.",Ballard Canyon Estate,36,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rusack 2008 Ballard Canyon Estate Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2008-ballard-canyon-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Rusack 14.7,White,US,"A brightly acidic, savory Sauvignon Blanc, rich and zesty in lemongrass, lime, gooseberry and white peach flavors, with a touch of white pepper. The firm spine of minerals comes from the vineyard. Very rich and appealingly dry, this wonderful wine will gather momentum in the bottle over the next decade.",I Block,75,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 2008 I Block Fumé Blanc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2008-i-block-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-oakville/,Fumé Blanc,2008,Robert Mondavi 14,Red,Italy,"This inky blend of Pallagrello Nero and Casavecchia (two of Italy's oldest grape varieties) opens with opulent aromas of chocolate, exotic spice, dark fruit, cola and cinnamon. It is smooth and rich on the palate but the wine also imparts a high dose of sweetness and succulence that would work well next to rare beef.",Vigna Piancastelli,80,93,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Terre del Principe 2007 Vigna Piancastelli Red (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-principe-2007-vigna-piancastelli-red-terre-volturno/,Red Blend,2007,Terre del Principe 14.7,Red,US,"With a translucent ruby color and silky texture, this could be a Pinot Noir. But it's a blend of Sangiovese, Voignier, Mourvèdre and several other varieties, and shows its own unique profile. Dry and crisp, the flavors are fruity, floral, herbal and spicy. Raspberries, cherries, thyme, white pepper, bacon, oregano and smoky sandalwood only begin to describe the complexities. They change by the second in the glass, but always finish dry.",Pleiades XIX Old Vines,24,93,California,California Other,California,Sean Thackrey NV Pleiades XIX Old Vines Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-nv-pleiades-xix-old-vines-red-other/,Red Blend,,Sean Thackrey ,Red,France,"92-94 A luxurious wine, acidity and sweet plum fruits rolling together into a fine, beautiful structure. It has toughness, to be sure, while it is the glamorous surface that is immediately attractive.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Talbot 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-talbot-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Talbot ,Red,France,"92-94 Spice, smoky fruit, with great acidity, a wine that offers richness, structure, powerful tannins and already some delicious blackberry fruits.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-smith-haut-lafitte-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Smith Haut Lafitte ,Red,France,"92-94 Very structured wine, its fruit tannins dominant. It has power and extreme concentration. Dark and dense.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Siran 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siran-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Siran 13.8,Red,US,"Made in an exotic style that will divide purists into opposing camps. It's dark, rich and almost heavy, with the weight of a Grenache. Yet it's utterly delicious, dazzling in wild raspberry and cherry essence, thyme, cola, pie spice and sandalwood flavors. A fascinating wine that should do interesting things in the cellar.",Pearlessence Vineyard,42,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla 2009 Pearlessence Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2009-pearlessence-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Failla 14,Red,Italy,"Celebrating 20 years of winemaking tradition, Don Anselmo is a landmark wine that shows the best of the promising, but always overlooked, territory of Basilicata in southern Italy. Redolent of strong sunshine and volcanic soils, the wine is powerful and ripe with dark fruit, spice and mineral aromas. It boasts firm, drying tannins that will age gracefully with more time in the cellar.",Don Anselmo,90,93,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Paternoster 2005 Don Anselmo (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paternoster-2005-don-anselmo-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,2005,Paternoster 14.5,Red,US,"Very dry and tannic, an austere young Cabernet that offering much relief now. You'll find a very rich, concentrated core of blackberries and minerals, brightened by a scour of fine, clean acidity. The odds are heavily in favor of this wine aging well for a decade.",North Fork,110,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Luna 2006 North Fork Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-2006-north-fork-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Luna 14.2,Red,US,"A very fine Syrah, dry, peppery and distinguished. Really defines the cool-climate style of the variety, a full-bodied wine with blackberry, grilled meat and sweetly smoked, sandalwood flavors. The tannins are very refined. The quality of this wine far exceeds the price. A great restaurant Syrah, but production was only 398 cases.",,27,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Novy 2008 Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2008,Novy 14.7,Red,US,"Firm in tannins, mouthwatering in acids, and bone dry, this is a wine to hold for a while. The vineyard consistently yields rich, complex Pinots from various wineries, and Siduri again captures its essence as they have for many years. The wine, which is one of Siduri's ripest, shows wild forest cherry, raspberry, cola and spice flavors, with a feral quality suggesting grilled wild mushrooms and balsam. Give it 2–3 years.",Van der Kamp Vineyard,48,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Siduri 2009 Van der Kamp Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2009-van-der-kamp-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2009,Siduri 13.5,Red,US,"Clos du Val has always made wines with long-term cellaring in mind. This blend, based on Cabernet Sauvignon, is dry and tannic, with spicy, toasty oak dominating. Beneath that are rich, compelling notes of cassis and dark chocolate. The alcohol is refeshingly low, below 14%. This dramatic wine needs a minimum of six years, and should develop for at least ten.",Three Graces Blend,65,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 2007 Three Graces Blend Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2007-three-graces-blend-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Clos du Val ,Red,France,"92-94 New, polished wood aromas lead to a wine that has a smooth balance between toast, sweet fruits and a velvet-textured acidity. Delicious.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Brane-Cantenac 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brane-cantenac-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Brane-Cantenac ,Red,France,"92-94 Powerful, very juicy in style, with toasty new wood flavors mingling with the the very ripe fruits. The wine has a bitter, extracted edge that will probably soften with further wood aging.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Beausejour-Duffau-Lagarrosse 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beausejour-duffau-lagarrosse-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Beausejour-Duffau-Lagarrosse ,Red,France,"A beautiful wine, from a cool northeast-facing vineyard, this is rich, ripe and smoothly concentrated. It has ripeness, power, while retaining elegance. Expect to age this for six and more years.",Clos de la Dioterie,,93,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2009 Clos de la Dioterie (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2009-clos-dioterie-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Charles Joguet ,White,France,"92-94 Herbaceous style of wine, a Bordeaux white wine classic style, with crisp grassy Sauvignon Blanc flavors, elegant, not heavy.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de France 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-france-2010-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château de France ,Red,France,"92-94 Juicy black fruits, very ripe berries, powered by the darkest tannins. The wine has richness, weight and immense structure.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Croizet-Bages 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croizet-bages-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Croizet-Bages 15.2,Red,US,"Eaglepoint Ranch has been source to powerful red wines for many years, and here's another one. It impressives for the volume of tannins and fruity ripeness. Swamps the mouth with blackberry and cherry marmalade, bacon, pepper spice and smoky oak flavors that are huge, yet balanced in tannins, oak and acidity. The alcohol is 15.2%.",Sirius Eaglepoint Ranch,45,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Sean Thackrey 2008 Sirius Eaglepoint Ranch Petite Sirah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-2008-sirius-eaglepoint-ranch-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Petite Sirah,2008,Sean Thackrey ,Red,France,"92-94 Sweet and juicy, a wine that has the potential to be delicious. The tannins are certainly prominent, although with good sweetness. Finally very structured.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Malescot Saint-Exupery 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malescot-saint-exupery-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Malescot Saint-Exupery ,Red,France,"92-94 Big and tannic, very firm and tough. Yet all the fruit is there, offering great potential. There is a ripe, juicy aftertaste. Under the same ownership as Château Léoville-Poyferré in Saint-Julien.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Le Crock 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-crock-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Le Crock ,Red,France,"92-94 Ripe, juicy aromas, a wine that then offers sweet fruit, great flavors, a ripe wine with blackberry flavors and balanced tannins.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Dominique 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dominique-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Dominique ,Red,France,"92-94 Concentrated tannins, very rich, very firm, very dry at this stage. There is a more juicy character underneath, offering the potential of rich berry fruits. There's a new wood, smoky aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Haut Bages Libéral 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bages-liberal-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut Bages Libéral 14,Red,Italy,"The legend behind Pàtrimo is that the folks at Feudi di San Gregorio had misidentified the grape variety planted in their historic vineyard until it was finally confirmed to be Merlot. Very few vineyards with international varieties exist in this part of the world. This is a beautifully elegant but large expression with precise aromas of blackberry, spice, chocolate and maraschino cherry. The gorgeous 2007 vintage shows tannins that could still age in the cellar and a slightly sweet or chewy finish.",Pátrimo,120,93,Southern Italy,Campania,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2007 Pátrimo Merlot (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2007-patrimo-merlot-campania/,Merlot,2007,Feudi di San Gregorio 14.5,Red,Chile,"One of Chile's benchmark wines is typically clean, pure and inviting. The nose is ripe and lusty, while the palate is vital, juicy, fresh and crisp, with fine Cabernet flavors of black currant, cherry, chocolate and more. Probably the closest thing in style to great Napa Valley Cab; deep, dense and long on the finish. A hearty but refined wine to drink now through 2017.",Casa Real,75,93,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2007 Casa Real Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2007-casa-real-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Santa Rita 13,Red,Italy,"Give this wine a few minutes to evolve in the glass. It is a beautiful expression of Taurasi that does a very faithful job of exploring the depths and horizons of aged Aglianico. It emits elegant aromas of resin, dried berries, cassis, tobacco, rum cake, cola and crushed stone. The tannins are firm but also show a softer, silkier side which makes the wine approachable now.",Radici Riserva,,93,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Mastroberardino 2003 Radici Riserva (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2003-radici-riserva-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2003,Mastroberardino 13,Red,Italy,"TorreTesta is an amazing wine that points to the full potential of winemaking in Puglia, the heel of the boot of Italy. Made from a rare indigenous grape called Susumaniello, this is a ripe, soft, enduring and ever-so satisfying red wine that could pair with any hearty meat dish. Aromas of blackberry, chocolate and exotic spice are enhanced by a beautiful velvety texture.",TorreTesta,,93,Southern Italy,Salento,,Tenute Rubino 2007 TorreTesta Susumaniello (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-rubino-2007-torretesta-italian-red-susumaniello-salento/,Susumaniello,2007,Tenute Rubino 13.9,Red,US,"You have to have a great deal of faith to buy this wine, because right now it's almost undrinkable due to the tannins. They're as hard and firm as a brick wall, and whatever fruit there is, and there's plenty, is effectively hidden from the palate's pleasure. Discerning tasters will detect massive blackberries and black currants, buried deep down like pirate's treasure. It should develop quite well over the next ten or fifteen years.",Special Reserve,85,93,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2008 Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2008-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Reverie 14.3,Red,US,"Very rich, concentrated and intense, almost jammy, showing the essence of ripe blackberry and cherry fruit nectar. Oak shows up as rich, smoky char. With firm tannins and a long, sweet, fruity finish, this Cabernet should age well. Too young and tight now, so give it until at least 2014.",Mockingbird Green Label,170,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tuck Beckstoffer 2007 Mockingbird Green Label Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tuck-beckstoffer-2007-mockingbird-green-label-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tuck Beckstoffer ,Red,US,"Very concentrated and compact in fruit, with a molten core of blackberries and cassis. A dramatic, flashy wine, but the tannins are impossibly tight and astringent. There's beautiful, classic, almost old-fashioned structure here, but don't even think of opening it until at least 2015.",Mast Ranch,70,93,California,Napa,Yountville,Laird 2007 Mast Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laird-2007-mast-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Laird ,Red,US,"Archery Summit's top cuvée is young and brash, a jangle of brambly berries, threads of incense and chocolate, assertive acids and not quite integrated tannins. It will require some patience, either in the cellar, or in the decanter (hours!) but has an underlying plush texture and an exotic mix of spices that elevate the pretty fruit to the next level.",Archery Summit Estate,150,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Archery Summit 2008 Archery Summit Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-2008-archery-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Archery Summit ,White,France,"Unfined, unfiltered, wood aged, this wine was created as a tribute to old-style Sancerre. With its intensity and definite wood aging character, it is certainly different. It retains the green fruit character of pure Sauvignon Blanc while offering a more oxidative richness.",Sancerre d'Antan,,93,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Henri Bourgeois 2008 Sancerre d'Antan (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-bourgeois-2008-sancerre-dantan-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Henri Bourgeois 15.1,Red,US,"Hall, which has gotten huge scores over the years, now has this Mount Veeder bottling, but the warning is that they're playing with fire. It's so massive in fruit, it risks being ridiculed as a bombastic pop wine. There's no denying the power of the blackberries, currants, chocolate and oak, but there's a case to be made for elegance and restraint. Easily earns its high score, but the hope is that the winemaker will be mindful with future releases.",Segassia Vineyard,145,93,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Hall 2007 Segassia Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2007-segassia-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hall ,Red,France,"92-94 With red berry fruits, a counterpoint of dry tannins, this shows a style that is firm, tough on one side, and fruity and fresh on the other. The wine has the promise of power, richness when the elements integrate.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Malartic-Lagravière ,Red,France,"92-94 Big, rich and smoky, a wine that is packed with jammy Merlot fruit. It is powerful, although with delicious blackberry flavors. Very ripe and dense.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Magdelaine 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-magdelaine-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Magdelaine ,Red,France,"92-94 New wood mint aromas give this wine its great polished feel. The tannins offer a counterpoint of richness here, firm and dense. The fruit takes a while to show through, then brings the fine plum skin flavors suffusing through the wine.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Clinet 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clinet-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Clinet ,White,France,"Nutty in style, this classic wine shows the true intensity of dry Chenin Blanc. It's a wine with weight, concentration, toast, spice and an overpowering lemon and honey character. For long-term aging.",,,93,Loire Valley,Savennières-Roche-Aux-Moines,,Domaine aux Moines 2009 Savennières-Roche-Aux-Moines,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-aux-moines-2009-chenin-blanc-savennieres-roche-aux-moines/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Domaine aux Moines ,White,France,"A tightly delineated wine, ripe, but with a great swathe of tangy balancing acidity. The structure shows the immense possibility of aging in a wine that is not yet getting into its stride.",Clos du Bourg Demi-Sec,35,93,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Huët 2010 Clos du Bourg Demi-Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-huet-2010-clos-bourg-demi-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Domaine Huët ,White,France,"A very spicy wine, layering honey and lychees. Opulent, ripe, wearing its richness on its sleeve. Probably for medium-term aging, but it could well surprise. Screwcap.",Clos du Papillon,,93,Loire Valley,Savennières,,Domaine des Baumard 2007 Clos du Papillon (Savennières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2007-clos-papillon-chenin-blanc-savennieres/,Chenin Blanc,2007,Domaine des Baumard ,Red,France,"92-94 An elegant wine, its perfumed Cabernet Franc flavors giving the wine shape, some density and fine tannins. It is showing delicious berry fruits, followed by a fresh, juicy aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château La Tour Figeac 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-figeac-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Tour Figeac ,Red,France,"92-94 Very densely tannic wine, the dry character of the wine a major element. This dryness gives the wine power, without the fruit at this stage. It does have the weight for the future.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-puy-lacoste-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste ,Red,France,"92-94 A finely structured wine, very ripe with just the right tannins and power. It is compact, a fine texture of dense tannins and beautiful berry fruits.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Deyrem Valentin 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-deyrem-valentin-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Deyrem Valentin ,Dessert,France,"92-94 Very rich in character. The sweetness is there, but masked by the firm structure, the almost tannic texture. Great concentration.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Rabaud-Promis 2010 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rabaud-promis-2010-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Rabaud-Promis ,Red,France,"92-94 Dark tannins and structure go with the most powerful fruit. Full of ripe berries, this has all the structure and density. The acidity helps it on its way.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Pontac-Lynch 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pontac-lynch-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pontac-Lynch ,White,France,"92-94 A gorgeously ripe wine, full of tropical fruit flavors. All this opulence is tempered with spice, grapefruit and lime flavors. A finely structured and textured wine.",Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Pape Clément 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pape-clement-2010-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Pape Clément ,Red,France,"93-95 Great structured wine, with violet aromas, a lovely texture. There is a powerful center surrounded by darkly structured black fruits.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Vieux Château Mazerat 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieux-chateau-mazerat-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Vieux Château Mazerat ,Red,France,"93-95 All fruit tannins, a structured, tight wine, its acidity offering great waves of black plum juice flavors. There is great power as well as the freshness and elegance.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Domaine de Chevalier 13.8,Red,US,"An amazing wine, massively concentrated in fruit, yet beautifully balanced. Clearly one of the greatest California Syrahs of the vintage. Dry and complex, it shows intricate flavors of blackberries, Canadian bacon, mushu pork sauce, black pepper and smoky cedar flavors. Gorgeous and compelling, but far too young. Drink 2012–2018.",Kobler Family Vineyard,45,94,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Donelan 2009 Kobler Family Vineyard Syrah (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donelan-2009-kobler-family-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-green-valley/,Syrah,2009,Donelan ,Red,France,"93-95 A firm, but richly juicy wine, laced with polished new wood flavors to go with the ripe black currant fruits. There is a smoky, meaty character as well, with the final reminder of delicious acidity.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Canon 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canon-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Canon ,Red,France,"93-95 Very minty character, a wine that shows polished wood, black currant and very perfumed fruits. It has a definite style to it, the tannins subdued by the very mint and eucalypt character.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beau-sejour-becot-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot ,Red,France,"93-95 A really soft wine, its acidity a pure line in the heart of firm, dusty tannins and black plum skin flavors. Very generous feel.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Clos du Marquis 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-marquis-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Clos du Marquis ,Red,France,"93-95 Minty aromas, smooth wood, a wine that has great richness, elegance. It is dominated by new wood, while the delicious black currant fruits cut through with acidity. A modern, stylish wine.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Troplong Mondot 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-troplong-mondot-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Troplong Mondot ,Red,France,"93-95 With its dark concentration of flavors, this is hugely dense, very ripe and juicy. There is a fruit salad of rich berries here, powerful, finished with some tough, dry tannins.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Petit-Village 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-petit-village-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Petit-Village ,White,France,"93-95 Textured, structured wine, with good freshness and acidity. Dominated by an herbaceous character, it is richness as well as great final acidity.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Olivier 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-olivier-2010-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Olivier ,Red,France,93-95 Power and tannins on a wine that has initial severity. It shows a black plum skin texture. Very solid and dense.,Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Fleur-Pétrus 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-petrus-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Fleur-Pétrus ,Red,France,"93-95 A beautifully structured wine that is both ripe and elegant. It is bolstered by tannins, the acidity a great cutting edge. The black currant fruits are already delicious, although the tannins promise a great future.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Canon la Gaffelière 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canon-gaffeliere-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Canon la Gaffelière ,Red,France,"93-95 The second wine of Château Ausone is sumptuous, full of ripe black fruits, spice and a rich, deep texture. It is very powerful, although also packed with the 2010 hallmark acidity.",Barrel sample La Chapelle d'Ausone,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Ausone 2010 Barrel sample La Chapelle d'Ausone (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ausone-2010-barrel-sample-chapelle-dausone-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Ausone ,Dessert,US,"Wow. This challenges the best of Canada for a great Gewürztraminer ice wine. A thrilling mix of flower, fruit, caramel, coffee (!) and honey, it is impeccably balanced and outrageously delicious. Just goes and goes.",Celilo Vineyard Gewurztraminer Ice Wine,45,94,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Viento 2009 Celilo Vineyard Gewurztraminer Ice Wine Gewürztraminer (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viento-2009-celilo-vineyard-gewurztraminer-ice-wine-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Viento ,Red,France,"93-95 Jean-Luc Thunevin's flagship wine is structured certainly, but filled with beautiful perfumed fruit. It is firm while delicious, acidity balancing with a solid core of structure.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Valandraud 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valandraud-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Valandraud ,White,France,"Very pure in character, a wine that expresses the chalk terroir. Minerality and complexities of bright acidity, flavors of pear juice and grapefruit presage a final hint of honey.",Le Mont Sec,30,94,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Huët 2010 Le Mont Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-huet-2010-le-mont-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Domaine Huët ,Red,France,93-95 Sweet new wood and fruit are laced with the freshest acidity. The tannins build up behind all this ripeness to give richness and balance.,Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Cantenac Brown 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantenac-brown-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cantenac Brown ,Red,France,"93-95 A strongly tannic wine, powered by a dry core that pushes through the sweet fruit. Great weight as well as tension between the acidity and the dark heart of the wine.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Beychevelle 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beychevelle-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Beychevelle ,Dessert,France,"93-95 A ripe, balanced wine, the acidity casting a light over the rich apricot, mango and apple juice flavors. Spiced with wood, never excessive.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Rayne Vigneau 2010 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rayne-vigneau-2010-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château de Rayne Vigneau ,Dessert,France,"93-95 Powerfully rich wine, very concentrated, rich, with a great balance between acidity and honey and apricot flavors. Finely rich.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Coutet 2010 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coutet-2010-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Coutet ,Red,France,"93-95 Velvet tannins, perfumed fruit and great weight. The wine is almost luxurious in its ripe flavors while keeping style, freshness and elegance.",Barrel sample Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux,,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Margaux 2010 Barrel sample Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2010-barrel-sample-pavillon-rouge-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Margaux ,Red,France,"93-95 Great, ripe black currant flavors are laced with delicious acidity. The wood element is important, but never too dominant. Great potential here.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château La Fleur Peyrabon 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-peyrabon-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Fleur Peyrabon 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a fascinating wine that represents the first bottling of a newly discovered grape called Sirica (only 690 bottles have been produced). Genetic research shows that the grape shares characteristic with Syrah but that its lineage extends deep into ancient times. The wine is simply delicious with soft layers of chocolate, cherry and spice and balanced firmness on the close. A great item for collectors.",Sirica,,94,Southern Italy,Campania,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2007 Sirica Red (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2007-sirica-red-campania/,Red Blend,2007,Feudi di San Gregorio 15.3,Red,US,"Young, intense and briary, with summer herb notes of anise framing ripe, spicy blackberries. Oak adds a rich, deft touch of sweet char. The tannins are considerable and brooding, giving this dry young wine an astringent tightness. Shows all the hallmarks of ageability. 45% Merlot, 43% Petit Verdot 7% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Pickett Road Red,55,94,California,Napa,Calistoga,Kenefick Ranch 2006 Pickett Road Red Red (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenefick-ranch-2006-pickett-road-red-napa-calistoga/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Kenefick Ranch ,Red,France,"With a touch of initial mineral austerity, this still-young wine offers tannins and a solid structure as well as black cherry and dark plum fruits. Beautifully balanced, it will develop slowly, leaving its minerality and rounding out.",La Croix Boisée,37,94,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Bernard Baudry 2008 La Croix Boisée (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-baudry-2008-croix-boisee-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Bernard Baudry ,White,France,"Exuberant wine, almost exotic in its flavors, with ripe currant and a lining of honey. Full in the mouth, intense and concentrated.",Le Haut-Lieu Demi-Sec,35,94,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Huët 2008 Le Haut-Lieu Demi-Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-huet-2008-le-haut-lieu-demi-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Domaine Huët ,Red,France,"93-95 Hugely juicy fruit, with great ripe swathes of blackberries overlying the firmly drying tannins. Great structure here, impressive.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Chateau Dauzac 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dauzac-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Chateau Dauzac ,Red,France,"93-95 Solidly tannic wine, with flavors of polished wood. The structure offers a rich, generous feel, bringing out the sweet berry fruits. Very sumptuous.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Batailley 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-batailley-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Batailley ,Red,France,"93-95 The tannins are huge, very dense, packing through the ripe fruit. At first it tastes like a mouthful of wood and fruit tannins, then the potential of the fruit becomes apparent. That gives a wine with a great, final acidity and finish.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château La Conseillante 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-conseillante-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Conseillante ,Red,France,"93-95 Powerfully structured wine, focussing the sweet fruit through a funnel of dense tannins. The wine has great weight, intensity, the juicy acidity adding the essential freshness.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Kirwan 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-kirwan-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Kirwan ,Red,France,"93-95 Modern in style, with its new wood flavors dominant, this is a tight wine at this stage, packed with tannins, the fruit a ripe promise for the future. Big and dark, juicy flavors show through finally.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Mayne 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-mayne-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Grand Mayne 14,Red,US,"This is a dark, big, dense Pinot Noir, and while some wines of this style are heavy and dull, this one isn't. It's alive with zesty acidity, and has the deepest cherry-berry flavors you can imagine. Lovely spices, too, all tingly and mouthwatering. An important addition to the Santa Rita pantheon, and it should change interestingly over the next six years.",Estate,40,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Zotovich Cellars 2007 Estate Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zotovich-cellars-2007-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Zotovich Cellars ,Red,France,"93-95 New wood aromas and flavors dominate this firm, dry wine. That makes the tannins hard at this stage, all structure. The fruit is tight, with taut final acidity.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Trottevieille 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trottevieille-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Trottevieille 14.5,Red,US,"A very rich, dry Cabernet, marked by dusty tannins, and with flavors of blackberries, dark chocolate, sweet herbs and green olives. Very fine in the mouth, clearly a wine with pedigree, but it needs time. Hold until 2014.",Lynch Family Vineyard,125,94,California,Napa,Calistoga,Bennett Lane 2008 Lynch Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-lane-2008-lynch-family-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bennett Lane 13.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Pinot Noir that shows how well the variety does in these mountains, and it's sad that vineyard acreage is so low due to housing development. The wine is dry, silky and vastly interesting in cherries, raspberries, Dr. Pepper cola, red licorice, white pepper and sandalwood flavors. Compelling and complex now, it should age over the next six years.",Rapley Trail Vineyard Block M,70,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2008 Rapley Trail Vineyard Block M Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2008-rapley-trail-vineyard-block-m-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Thomas Fogarty 13,Dessert,Italy,"Eleusi is a gorgeous and opulent wine with natural intensity that sees no limits. The aromas are penetrating and rich and include dried apricot, chestnut honey, acacia flower and candied fruit. The mouthfeel is silky smooth and the finish lasts forever. Beautiful.",Eleusi Passito 375ml,,94,Southern Italy,Roccamonfina,,Villa Matilde 2006 Eleusi Passito 375ml Falanghina (Roccamonfina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2006-eleusi-passito-375ml-italian-white-falanghina-roccamonfina/,Falanghina,2006,Villa Matilde 14.2,Red,US,"Very dark, rich and dramatic. Massively constructed, with vast reserves of blackberry jam, blackstrap molasses, mocha, smoked meat, mushu plum sauce and sweet, smoky oak. The tannins are big, ripe and astringent. A great Cabernet that clearly needs plenty of time. Drink 2015 and beyond.",Barlow Vineyards,50,94,California,Napa,Calistoga,Laura Zahtila 2007 Barlow Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laura-zahtila-2007-barlow-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Laura Zahtila ,Red,France,"93-95 This micro-cuvée from Margaux is very modern, polished in style, maintaining a delicate balance between extract and rich fruit. There is great spice and new wood here.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Marojallia 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marojallia-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Marojallia ,White,France,"Very rich style of wine from 50-year-old vines. It is smooth, opulent almost, packed with pure pink grapefruit along with an herbal, grassy character. Concentration is the hallmark of this fine wine.",Jadis,,94,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Henri Bourgeois 2008 Jadis (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-bourgeois-2008-jadis-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Henri Bourgeois ,Red,France,"93-95 A fine wine, the juicy fruits overlaying the firm structure. It has all the right weight, perfumes, new wood element. A great success.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Lilian Ladouys 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lilian-ladouys-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lilian Ladouys ,White,France,"93-95 A rich wine, full in the mouth while also offering great herbaceous flavors. Dense grapefruit flavors run through the complex texture. A wine to age.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Latour-Martillac 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-martillac-2010-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Latour-Martillac ,Red,France,"93-95 Ripely juicy wine, with great spice and fruit. It has delicious black currant flavors, very marked with acidity. The power is certainly there, but the wine has as much style as weight.",Barrel sample Les Forts de Latour,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Latour 2010 Barrel sample Les Forts de Latour (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-2010-barrel-sample-forts-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Latour ,Red,France,"93-95 A wine that seems complete. With the tannins integrated into the sweet berry fruits, laced with great acidity, it has structure, concentration and extreme freshness.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Clerc Milon 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clerc-milon-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Clerc Milon ,Red,France,"93-95 This has a very fresh character, its acidity a tonic of black currants and berries. The tannins are underneath all this delicious freshness.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Branaire-Ducru 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-branaire-ducru-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Branaire-Ducru ,White,France,"93-95 Full textured wine, with acidity well integrated into the ripe, open structure. The wine has weight, while preserving its freshness. The lime acidity and spice push through to the final taste.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château la Louvière 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-louviere-2010-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château la Louvière ,Red,France,"93-95 Complex wine, its ripe Merlot character structured with tannins, a solid dark core, ripely balanced and intense. The acidity is already well integrated. With this structure, the wine should have a good future.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Cabanne 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cabanne-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Cabanne 14.6,Red,US,"A beautiful young wine, notable for two things, its balance and generosity. Feels wonderfully structured, with superb tannins and a fine dose of acidity framing massive blackberry, currant, bacon, black pepper, mineral and sandalwood flavors. Bone dry, it's a superior Syrah that should develop over the next 4–6 years.",Cuvée Keltie,75,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Donelan 2008 Cuvée Keltie Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donelan-2008-cuvee-keltie-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2008,Donelan ,White,France,"93-95 A rich wine, full-bodied in character, the acidity hiding behind the ripe fruits. Concentrated and structured, the spice coming through to dominate.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-smith-haut-lafitte-2010-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Smith Haut Lafitte ,Dessert,France,"93-95 Densely structured wine, full of honey, cinnamon, and sweetness. The acidity gives just the right counterpoint.",Barrel sample,,94,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Sigalas Rabaud 2010 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sigalas-rabaud-2010-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Sigalas Rabaud ,White,France,"94-96 Full, and powerful, the wine has weight, an almost Burgundian richness, although never losing sight of the herbaceous edge of Sauvignon Blanc. Packed with power, still food friendly.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2010-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Domaine de Chevalier ,Red,France,"94-96 The wine is juicy, edged with dominant tannins. It has power of course, although this is tempered with the concentrated core and the intense acidity. It's likely to be a powerful wine.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie Macquin 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-macquin-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pavie Macquin ,Dessert,France,"94-96 Concentrated, chunky, the richness just a part of the huge power. It's a wine of considerable density, very liquorous.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château la Tour Blanche 2010 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-la-tour-blanche-2010-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château la Tour Blanche ,White,France,"94-96 Rich in character, suffused with the freshest acidity, structure and spice. It is so concentrated, likely to age for many years",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mission-haut-brion-2010-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château La Mission Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"94-96 Firmly tannic, quite sever, with a dry core of structure. The fruit has a great berry freshness to balance. Obviously a long-term wine.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Trotanoy 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trotanoy-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Trotanoy ,Red,France,"94-96 Very juicy wine, suffused with acidity. It has a core of dry tannins, even while the fruit and acidity dominate. There's a great sense of richness as well as freshness.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-comtesse-lalande-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande ,Red,France,"94-96 Wonderfully perfumed wine, with great tannins and a very opulent character. It has structure that is built into the richness. Powerful and generous, touched with vanilla at the end.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Ducru Beaucaillou 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ducru-beaucaillou-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Ducru Beaucaillou 13.9,Red,US,"A very elegant and refined Evenstad Reserve, with grace notes of sandalwood and a lovely cherry core. The fruit is immaculate, the concentration focused and lengthy, and the flavors are so artfully blended that the wine is seamless and perfectly balanced. Although it is drinking like a mature wine, there is every reason to cellar wines such as this—it can develop like a fine Burgundy, over decades.",Evenstad Reserve,58,95,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 2007 Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2007-evenstad-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Serene ,Dessert,France,"Première Trie means a wine from the first selection of grapes during harvest. This wine, now firmly closed up, as is expected with Chenin Blanc, is headed towards an opulent future, even though the fruit is kept firmly in check by the long-term aging potential.",Clos du Bourg Première Trie Moelleux,75,95,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Huët 2006 Clos du Bourg Première Trie Moelleux (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-huet-2006-clos-bourg-premiere-trie-moelleux-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2006,Domaine Huët ,Dessert,France,"With so much intensity, botrytis and concentration, this is going to be impressive. It is still very young, at a closed stage, but the ripe currant as well as the honey dominate. Great wine.",,84,95,Loire Valley,Quarts de Chaume,,Domaine des Baumard 2008 Quarts de Chaume,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2008-chenin-blanc-quarts-chaume/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Domaine des Baumard 13.9,Red,US,"Failla has been working with the fruit from this coveted vineyard for a long time, and has figured it out better than anyone. How they take basic Russian River Valley cherry, raspberry and cola flavors and uplift the wine into the extraordinarily exotic is inexplicable. But they do. An amazingly complex, compelling young Pinot Noir. Drink now–2019, at least.",Keefer Ranch,45,95,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Failla 2009 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-2009-keefer-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Failla 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the elegance and pedigree that this estate vineyard, in the heart of the Oakville bench, always shows. The tannins are sweet and ripe, and the wine brims with luscious blackberry, cassis and mocha flavors, accented with new oak that's flashy, yet perfectly in keeping with the wine's volume. Should slowly mature over the years.",Estate Bottled,120,95,California,Napa,Oakville,Far Niente 2008 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/far-niente-2008-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Far Niente 12,Sparkling,US,"With this brut-style wine, Domaine Carneros competes against California's most serious sparkling wine contenders. It is certainly the finest Le Rêve ever, glamorous and provocative, massively flavored in lemon, lime and tangerine flavors, yet balanced and elegant, with the doughy tartness of Champagne. A great achievement.",Le Rêve,90,95,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2005 Le Rêve Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2005-le-reve-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Domaine Carneros ,Red,France,"94-96 Tannic, juicy, very rich, laced with intense acidity. Blackberry flavors dominate this super-rich wine. Cutting through the richness is a core of dryness, of dark structure.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Figeac 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-figeac-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Figeac ,Dessert,France,"94-96 On the dry side, emphasizing the power of the botrytis, this is a concentrated wine, very rich and dense. For the long-term.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Clos Haut-Peyraguey 2010 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clos-haut-peyraguey-2010-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Clos Haut-Peyraguey ,Dessert,France,"94-96 Big, concentrated botrytis flavors, layering the honey with the rich dried fruits. This is a powerhouse of a wine, densely structured.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey 2010 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafaurie-peyraguey-2010-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey ,Red,France,"94-96 Powerful and dense, the wine has all the right weight to go with the tannins. It is finely concentrated, a powerhouse of richness without any sense of excess.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Labégorce Margaux 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-labegorce-margaux-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Labégorce Margaux ,Red,France,"94-96 A solid, chunky wine. It has powerful dry tannins, although they are never dominant, leaving the sweet fruit to shine. Blackberry flavors and the dark core are becoming well integrated.",Barrel sample,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Gruaud Larose 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gruaud-larose-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Gruaud Larose ,Dessert,France,"A wine that just hints at its enormous future. It is opulent, rich, rounded, full of quince, spice, layers of honey and apricots. It is gorgeous without losing any freshness. Keep for seven years.",Clos du Bourg Moelleux,49,95,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Huët 2009 Clos du Bourg Moelleux (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-huet-2009-clos-bourg-moelleux-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Domaine Huët ,Red,France,"91-93 A fresh, while structured wine, full of sweet acidity, complex tannins and a rounded, ripe character. The fruit is tough, while also generous.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-puy-ducasse-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse ,White,France,"Made from old vines and partially fermented in wood, this is a complex wine, offering plenty of pure white fruits. It is very precise in character, crisp, tangy, the edge of wood just a hint.",La Bourgeoise,,92,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Henri Bourgeois 2008 La Bourgeoise (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-bourgeois-2008-bourgeoise-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Henri Bourgeois ,Red,France,"This is firmly, tannic, the product of oak cask fermentation as well as aging. The tannins promise long aging, while the ripe black jelly fruit character brings out the richness of the vintage.",Clos du Chêne Vert,,92,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2009 Clos du Chêne Vert (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2009-clos-chene-vert-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Charles Joguet ,White,France,"90-92 The wine has rich citrus and pear flavors, with weight, an oily texture and balanced wood spice to finish. Well structured.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Rahoul 2010 Barrel sample (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rahoul-2010-barrel-sample-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Rahoul 14.5,Red,Chile,"A profound Cabernet from Santa Rita's home vineyard in Alto Jahuel. The hue is dark and opaque, while the nose is deep and earthy, but also intensely fruity. Shows fine structure and a lot of black cherry and cassis. Grabby, tight and ageable through at least 2013. The real deal in affordable Chilean higher-end CS; offers a little of everything, from spice to herbs to olive to fine fruit.",Medalla Real Special Reserve,20,91,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2008 Medalla Real Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2008-medalla-real-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Santa Rita ,Red,France,"90-92 Structured, the second wine of Léoville las Cases, has solid tannins, chunky while melding into ripe black fruits. A fine second wine, ready to drink in 4-5 years.",Barrel sample Le Petit Lion,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Las Cases 2010 Barrel sample Le Petit Lion (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-las-cases-2010-barrel-sample-le-petit-lion-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Léoville Las Cases 12.5,White,Germany,"In 2009, the Josephshöfer seems to offer the most mineral presence of the various von Kesselstatt GG bottlings, displaying an almost briny character at first, then molten rock tinged with hints of peach, orange and apple. The alcohol is only 12.5%, yet it comes across as full bodied, rich and creamy in texture, with a long, spice-driven finish.",Graach Josephshöfer Trocken GG,54,91,Mosel,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2009 Graach Josephshöfer Trocken GG Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2009-graach-josephshofer-trocken-gg-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt ,Red,France,"90-92 New wood aromas, and a tight palate, very toasty in character. Blackberry juice is under the wood, with the relief of final acidity.",Barrel sample,60,91,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château Fontenil 2010 Barrel sample (Fronsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontenil-2010-barrel-sample-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Fontenil 14.9,Red,US,"A blend of the five major Bordeaux varieties, this is a deliciously soft wine. So easy to like for its rich blackberry, cherry, raspberry and smoky oak flavors, courtesy of 40% new barrels. Shows lots of class for the price.",Mercury Rising,21,90,California,California Other,California,Cinnabar 2008 Mercury Rising Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2008-mercury-rising-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Cinnabar ,Red,France,"89-91 Very structured, the wood permeating the fruit, giving a toasty, spicy character. The fruit shows in the juicy under taste. Extraction might be a problem.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Tour de Pez 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-pez-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tour de Pez ,Red,France,"89-91 Elegant, with spice and ripe stalky fruit, acidity and firm tannins. Juicy black fruit to finish.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Rolland-Maillet 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rolland-maillet-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Rolland-Maillet ,Dessert,France,"89-91 Both freshness and richness are well combined in this elegant Sauternes. What it misses in weight, it gains in honey and apricot flavors.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Raymond-Lafon 2010 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-raymond-lafon-2010-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Raymond-Lafon ,Red,France,"89-91 Ripe, juicy fruit laced with wood and tannins. The fruit is so black currant jam in flavors that the wine is almost approachable now.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Preuillac 2010 Barrel sample (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-preuillac-2010-barrel-sample-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Preuillac ,Red,Chile,"A big, earthy type of wine with a ton of ripeness and heft. Smells like pure black olive, earth and smoked meat. The palate is tight but friendly as it delivers big doses of herb, tea, chocolate and black fruit flavors. About as deep and long in the mouth as this variety gets; proof that Maipo can produce the occasional excellent Carmenère.",Alto de Piedras Single Vineyard,45,90,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2009 Alto de Piedras Single Vineyard Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2009-alto-piedras-single-vineyard-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2009,De Martino ,Red,France,"A new cuvée (this is the second vintage) from Domaine Charles Joguet, the wine has tannins as well as a strongly mineral character. The structure is tight, needing aging.",Les Charmes,,90,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2009 Les Charmes (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2009-charmes-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Charles Joguet 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This luminous and delicately pink sparkling wine from northern Italy delivers elegant notes of stone fruit, pink grapefruit, chopped almond and freshly baked bread. Zesty acidity is backed by creamy, persistent perlage.",Tridentum Brut Rosé,24,90,,Trento,,Cesarini Sforza NV Tridentum Brut Rosé Pinot Nero (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesarini-sforza-nv-tridentum-brut-rose-pinot-noir-nero-trento/,Pinot Nero,,Cesarini Sforza ,Red,France,"A softly rounded wine, its red berry fruits well integrated into the ripe tannins. It is fruity, very forward, reveling in its rich charms.",Le Clos Guillot,,90,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Bernard Baudry 2009 Le Clos Guillot (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-baudry-2009-le-clos-guillot-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Bernard Baudry 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This Cab-dominant blend with 15% each Merlot and Cabernet Franc is aged for 25 months in medium-toast new French oak, and the result is a balanced and supple red with flavors of black plum, cassis, hickory bacon, bramble and a touch of milk chocolate on the finish. Ready to drink now.",Paul Sauer,43,90,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Kanonkop 2005 Paul Sauer Red (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanonkop-2005-paul-sauer-red-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Kanonkop 13.5,Red,France,"This big, fruity black-colored wine has ripe stone fruit flavors and firm, ripe tannins. There is structure, obvious aging potential as well as ripe, sweet juicy Merlot fruit flavors. Age for 5-6 years.",,56,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Vieux Château des Templiers 2008 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieux-chateau-templiers-2008-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Vieux Château des Templiers 14.7,Red,US,"Smells great and flashy, with inviting notes of blackberries, black currants, green olives and spicy sandalwood. Candied and sweet in the mouth, with blackberry and black cherry fruit. Tasted in March, 2011, the wine could well have been going through an awkward period. Should re-emerge by Fall and age well.",Chapter VII,59,90,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Ramian 2007 Chapter VII Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramian-2007-chapter-vii-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Ramian 12,White,New Zealand,"This wine appears to be at its peak, showing some developed notes of kerosene to go with apple and citrus flavors. It's medium-bodied (12% abv) and just barely off dry (7.8 g/l). Enticing notes of Earl Grey grace the nose, while the finish is long, crisp and refreshing.",East Plain,20,90,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 2008 East Plain Riesling (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-2008-east-plain-riesling-martinborough/,Riesling,2008,Te Kairanga 15.9,Red,US,"Classic Dry Creek Zin, dry, spicy and briary. Has those rustic tannins that just love cheese, tomato sauce, spice-rubbed barbecue or a great beef taco. Perfect ripeness, too, brimming with raspberries, blackberries and blueberries.",,18,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pezzi King 2008 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Pezzi King 13.5,Red,Italy,"Cesco di Nece is a dark, inky Aglianico that opens with aromas of dried tobacco, licorice and bitter chocolate. It's a bruiser wine with dark extraction and rock-solid structure.",Cesco di Nece,27,90,Southern Italy,Sant' Agata dei Goti,,Mustilli 2006 Cesco di Nece Aglianico (Sant' Agata dei Goti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mustilli-2006-cesco-nece-italian-red-aglianico-sant-agata-goti/,Aglianico,2006,Mustilli 13.8,White,US,"Dry and tart in acids, with lemon Lifesaver candy, lemongrass, hay, white pepper and vanilla aromas and flavors. A clean, brisk Sauvignon Blanc to drink as an appetizer. Good with Asian fare.",,16,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Laird 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laird-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Laird 8,White,Germany,"Light-bodied and lithe, this is not as fruity or flashy as many of its brethren from this vintage. Instead, it offers mineral complexity only slightly buffered by notes of ripe apples and stone fruit, and a long, citrusy finish. Give it some time in the cellar, where it should blossom in another 5–7 years.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese,47,90,Mosel,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2009 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2009-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Joh. Jos. Prüm 12.5,White,France,"Cailloux means flinty stone, and this wine certainly has a mineral character, its fruit tang still young. It has a tight structure, crisp, herbal and concentrated.",Les Deux Cailloux,27,90,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Fournier Père et Fils 2009 Les Deux Cailloux (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2009-deux-cailloux-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Fournier Père et Fils ,White,US,"Foris has Pinot Gris dialed in, showcasing the subtle, delicate flavors perhaps closer to Italian Pinot Grigio than other, big, fruity domestic bottlings. The winery location,— in the cool Illinois Valley of southwest Oregon, puts an Alpine twist on the flavors—lemon peel, pineapple, lime, and just a touch of honey.",,14,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2009 Pinot Gris (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Foris 14.4,Red,US,"Immature now, with sweet, jammy berry fruit, currants and hard tannins, and the oak overlay hasn't been integrated yet. But there's a lot going on in this spicy, bold Zin. Give it 3–4 years.",Morisoli Vineyard,37,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Elyse 2007 Morisoli Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2007-morisoli-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Elyse 14,Red,Italy,"Terra di Lavoro (a blend of Aglianico and Piedirosso) is packaged in a handsome bottle and opens with inky, dark richness. The well concentrated wine is redolent of espresso bean, rum cake, chocolate, leather and moist pipe tobacco. The sweet tannins are very astringent still so give this wine time to soften.",Terra di Lavoro,,90,Southern Italy,Roccamonfina,,Galardi 2008 Terra di Lavoro Red (Roccamonfina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galardi-2008-terra-lavoro-red-roccamonfina/,Red Blend,2008,Galardi ,Red,France,"89-91 Concentrated wood aromas, although on the palate fine, tannic black fruits show through the toast. Will be rich and juicy.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Brown 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brown-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Brown ,Red,France,"89-91 Smooth, ripe wine, its black plum fruits integrating well with acidity and an edge of dusty tannins. The wine has weight, density, good freshness.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Bouscaut 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouscaut-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bouscaut ,Red,France,"Obviously young, but with good acidity as well as bright red fruit flavors. The wine's acidity balances the juicy fruits well. Its structure suggests a good few years' aging.",,18,90,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Domaine des Roches Neuves 2010 Saumur-Champigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roches-neuves-2010-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2010,Domaine des Roches Neuves ,Red,France,"89-91 A balanced and structured wine that shows fine acidity, berry fruits and dashing acidity. With the balance already there, it is developing well in barrel, promising a stylish wine down the road.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Franc Mayne 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-franc-mayne-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Franc Mayne ,Red,France,"89-91 A wine that is lighted by its acidity. It has weight, certainly, but the dominance is freshness. Extreme final smoky juiciness.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château du Tertre 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tertre-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château du Tertre 8.5,White,Germany,"For a spätlese, this is on the drier, racier side of things, with lime-like notes providing vibrance to the wine's stony, slate-like core. It's light to medium in body, with a crisp, refreshing finish. Try as an apéritif, or alongside certain Asian dishes.",Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese,39,90,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2009 Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2009-bernkasteler-badstube-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 14.5,Red,US,"A tough, tannic young wine that will benefit from two or three years in the bottle, but probably no more. It's bone dry and astringent now, with an intense core of blackberries, grilled meat and black pepper. Give it a few hours in a decanter before pouring.",Kobler Family Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Donelan 2008 Kobler Family Vineyard Syrah (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donelan-2008-kobler-family-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-green-valley/,Syrah,2008,Donelan 14.9,Red,US,"This elegantly fruity wine is made for drinking now with spicy meats, like sausages and lamb chops. It's dry and velvety in the mouth, with appealing flavors of raspberries and cherries, Dr. Pepper cola and peppery spices, accented with sweet, smoky oak.",Cuvée Christine,45,90,California,North Coast,North Coast,Donelan 2008 Cuvée Christine Syrah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donelan-2008-cuvee-christine-shiraz-syrah-syrah-north-coast/,Syrah,2008,Donelan 14,Red,Chile,"A big, syrupy five-grape blend that delivers the full allotment of baked, ripe berry aromas followed by a firm, tannic palate housing serious flavors of blackberry, eucalyptus, olive and mineral. Very long and layered on the finish, with acidic zest to keep it pulsing. Drink now through 2015.",Altazor,60,91,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2007 Altazor Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2007-altazor-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Undurraga ,Red,France,"90-92 Rich and fruity, a real juice bomb of a wine that has black currant and spice fruit to go with its solid, well-integrated tannins.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château d'Agassac 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dagassac-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château d'Agassac ,Red,France,"90-92 Toasty aromas on a wine that at this stage is dried by wood. The fruit is at a distance here, although the acidity is very present.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Carbonnieux 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carbonnieux-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Carbonnieux 13,Red,France,"The small Pauillac vineyard close to some of the first growths is able to bring out all the Cabernet-dominated structure of the appellation. Look for black currant fruits, dark tannins and dense texture. Age for six years.",,68,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Béhèré Courtin 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-behere-courtin-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Béhèré Courtin ,Red,France,"90-92 Rich wine, its smooth structure going with the ripe berry fruits. It lacks some definition, but all the components are there to be integrated.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Lascombes 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lascombes-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lascombes 13,Red,France,"From one of the properties controlled by Marie-Laure Lurton, this is a finely made wine. It revels in its structure, while around that there are ripe, soft red berry fruits, spice and an intensely juicy acidity. Full of charm, ready to age.",,40,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château la Tour de Bessan 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-bessan-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château la Tour de Bessan ,Red,France,"90-92 A spicy, aromatic wine that shows powerful wood character as well as fruit tannins. The style is dark, firmly tannic, powerful, very dense.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Bergey 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bergey-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut-Bergey ,Red,France,"This is a lovely, ripe wine, its plum character very evident. It has a cool character as well, the acidity pushing through. Aged in wood (not new), the wine has a polished feel on the finish.",Les Varennes du Grand Clos,,91,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2009 Les Varennes du Grand Clos (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2009-varennes-grand-clos-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Charles Joguet ,Red,France,"90-92 A soft, juicy wine, swollen with black currants, having the freshest character in the aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Lalande-Borie 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lalande-borie-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lalande-Borie ,Red,France,"90-92 Packed with new wood, very polished wine, its tannins smooth and velvet. It has a delicious juicy red berry fruit character that shows a fine elegance.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Chateau La Tour Carnet 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-carnet-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Chateau La Tour Carnet 13.5,White,South Africa,"Wood-grilled peach aromas mingle with notes of orange blossom and almond skins on the nose. Juicy and well balanced, the rich toasty red apple and orange creamsicle flavors lead into the long wood-spiced close. Drink now.",Kaaimansgat,29,91,Overberg,,,Bouchard Finlayson 2009 Kaaimansgat Chardonnay (Overberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-finlayson-2009-kaaimansgat-chardonnay-overberg/,Chardonnay,2009,Bouchard Finlayson ,Red,France,"90-92 A firmly tannic wine, solidly based on a dry texture, the black currant fruits a major element in its texture. It is dark, dry, guarding its freshness for the end.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de Fieuzal 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fieuzal-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Fieuzal ,Red,France,"90-92 Perfumed, juicy wine, fresh, with delicious acidity and blackberry fruits. A fruit bomb of a wine.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Clément-Pichon 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clement-pichon-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Clément-Pichon ,Dessert,France,"90-92 Structured, ripe wine, full of tight botrytis character and acidity. The wine is spicy, complex, rich.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Bastor-Lamontagne 2010 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bastor-lamontagne-2010-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Bastor-Lamontagne 11.6,White,New Zealand,"The only trouble with this bargain-priced version of a vendange tardive Pinot Gris will be finding some, as only 40 cases were imported. At only 11.6% alcohol, there's plenty of sugar left in the wine (67 g/l), concentrated and enriched by the inclusion of 50% botrytis-affected fruit. The impressions are of honeyed pineapple, ripe melon and peach preserves, finishing long and sweet. Delicious now, but should still be good 5–6 years down the road.",Estate,24,91,Waipara,,,Mountford 2008 Estate Pinot Gris (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountford-2008-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-waipara/,Pinot Gris,2008,Mountford ,Red,US,"This 100% estate-grown Cabernet carries some of the identifying aromas of the Rocks, a part of Walla Walla where vineyards are planted on a dry river bed. Hints of earth, clay and chocolate make a lively introduction to a wine loaded with cherry and currant fruit flavors. The wine spent 20 months in French oak, but the barrel scents and flavors are handled lightly; the fruit is the star of this show. A fine debut.",Riverrock Vineyards,34,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Riverhaven 2007 Riverrock Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverhaven-2007-riverrock-cabernet-sauvignon-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Riverhaven 13.9,Red,US,"This is a very nice Pinot Noir for drinking soon. It's dry, silky and somewhat earthy and herbal, but turns rich in cherries toward the finish. Feels elegant and complex all the way through.",Rapley Trail Vineyard,50,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2008 Rapley Trail Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2008-rapley-trail-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Thomas Fogarty 13.9,Red,US,"This Pinot is made in a lighter style, but it's complex and interesting. It's marked by dryness and acidic crispness. The raspberry, cola and persimmon flavors are enriched with a touch of sweet, smoky oak. Seems best now, but it could surprise over the next six years.",Bella Sonoma Vineyard,39,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Churchill Cellars 2008 Bella Sonoma Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchill-cellars-2008-bella-sonoma-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Churchill Cellars 14.4,Red,US,"Give this polished Pinot an hour or two of decanting and serve it now with a good steak, or try prosciutto-wrapped dates for an exotic appetizer. It's dry, rich and spicy, with ripe cherry, red currant, cola and bacon flavors, edged with sweet, smoky sandalwood.",Bella Luna Vineyard,45,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Churchill Cellars 2008 Bella Luna Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchill-cellars-2008-bella-luna-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Churchill Cellars 15.8,Red,US,"A rich, robust Syrah, impressive for sheer volume and intensity. Floods the mouth with ripe flavors of blackberries, cassis, chocolate, smoked meats, black pepper and cedar. High in alcohol, which will alarm purists, and there's some burn on the finish. The wine calls for richly slathered barbecue.",Estate,42,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Zotovich Cellars 2008 Estate Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zotovich-cellars-2008-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2008,Zotovich Cellars 13.9,White,US,"A beautiful Chardonnay that shows the fruit and oak most people want from their wine, but also the acidity and balance to make it vibrant. The pineapple and buttered toast flavors finish in a scour of acidic stony minerals that cleanse and stimulate the palate. Drink now.",,29,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Matanzas Creek 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Matanzas Creek 14.1,Red,US,"Charbono is an old-fashioned grape that almost nobody makes anymore, but Shypoke is giving it some love, and good for them. This is a really nice wine. It's as full-bodied, dry and tannic as a Merlot, but with different flavors, of black cherries, grilled meats and mushu plum sauce, with dusty exotic spices and a touch of funky smoke. It's soft enough to drink now.",,40,91,California,Napa,Calistoga,Shypoke 2008 Charbono (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shypoke-2008-italian-red-charbono-napa-calistoga/,Charbono,2008,Shypoke 13.5,White,US,"Balance, elegance and varietal purity mark this wine. It's delicious and zesty, filled with pineapple, pear, green apple, honey and oak, wrapped into a texture of buttercream and with a long, spicy finish. What a great price.",,13,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Sebastiani 8.5,White,Germany,"Not far off the quality of Nicolay's 2009 Badstube auslese, the spätlese still displays waves of fruit, just slightly less ripeness. The flavors shade toward pear and melon, with an intriguing spice note that shows through on the finish. Sweet, but food-friendly thanks to balanced acids and modest alcohol of 8.5%.",Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese,29,91,Mosel,,,Peter Nicolay 2009 Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2009-bernkasteler-badstube-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Peter Nicolay 14,Red,Italy,Here's a bold and beautiful expression from the tiny hamlet of Montefalco in Umbria that opens with dynamic cherry fruit and sweet spice aromas. You'll recognize immediate tones of clove and cinnamon wrapped within chewy black fruit.,,50,91,Central Italy,Montefalco Sagrantino,,Perticaia 2006 Montefalco Sagrantino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perticaia-2006-italian-red-sagrantino-montefalco-sagrantino/,Sagrantino,2006,Perticaia 13.5,White,US,"This blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc is bone dry and sophisticated, with a bite of acidity that makes it exceptionally food friendly. Made with just a touch of oak, it's marked by brisk flavors of lemons, limes, green apples and Asian pears, with a hint of tart gooseberry. A mouthwateringly clean wine that's great as a cocktail sipper with little appetizers.",Ariadne,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 2009 Ariadne Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2009-ariadne-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Clos du Val 14.8,Red,US,"Richly tannic and dry, this Cabernet has the hallmarks of a wine that needs time to develop. It's chunky and astringent now, with fresh, tart flavors of blackberries, cherries and currants, and an overlay of smoky oak. Should be fine in 6–7 years.",,48,91,California,Napa,Yountville,Laird 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laird-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Laird 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Full-bodied and lush, the Hickory Hill is the most ebullient of the 2008s from Kumeu River, laced with oak and lees embellishments of toasted almonds, vanilla and hickory smoke yet balanced by rounded, melony fruit. It finishes long and citrusy, suggesting it may evolve positively for at least a few years.",Hunting Hill,42,91,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2008 Hunting Hill Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2008-hunting-hill-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,2008,Kumeu River 7.5,White,Germany,"The 2009 Scharzhofberger from von Kesslestatt evinces such crystalline purity of fruit that it almost hurts—in a good way. It's light to medium in body, yet shows knife-edge intensity of strawberry and lime flavors and manages to be creamy-textured on the midpalate yet crisp on the finish. In short, it shows all of the wonderful contradictions of supremely ripe fruit from one of the world's marginal grapegrowing regions.",Scharzhofberger Spätlese,41,91,Mosel,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2009 Scharzhofberger Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2009-scharzhofberger-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 8.5,White,Germany,"This wine shows terrific complexity at this young age, with spicy notes akin to musk, dusty notes akin to crushed stone and plenty of underlying fruit. It's stony yet sweet, lush yet crisp. A trifle heavier than expected, it finishes long, with savory-briny notes. Might this rating seem conservtive in 5–10 years?",Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese,42,91,Mosel,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2009 Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2009-graacher-himmelreich-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Joh. Jos. Prüm 14.4,Red,US,"What a great Pinot, and look at that price. The wine is translucent in ruby hue, dry, silky in texture and crisp in acids, showing the textural hallmarks of a fine coastal bottling. The raspberry, cherry, cola and spice flavors are delicious and complex. A terrific value. Production was 1,100 cases.",,19,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chime 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chime-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Chime 13.5,White,Chile,"Rare is the Chilean SB that rises high enough to be called gorgeous, but this wine is just that. New Zealand-born winemaker Grant Phelps has crafted a bright, bold, citric Sauvignon that's crisp as a mountain stream and endowed with tangy, lovely flavors of tangerine, lime, pineapple and green apple. Long and delicious; a cut above the rest.",Pequeñas Producciones,25,91,Casablanca Valley,,,Casas del Bosque 2010 Pequeñas Producciones Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casas-bosque-2010-pequenas-producciones-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Casas del Bosque ,Dessert,US,"This is declassified ice wine, picked frozen. It does not have the depth of the other dessert wines from Viento, but it is a remarkable effort, textural and delicate, with threads of straw, honey, cracker, candied tropical fruits and more, but all in a light and delicate style. This could easily become a wine that will amaze people in a blind tasting given the price.",Pine Grove Vineyard Vintage Select,20,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Viento 2009 Pine Grove Vineyard Vintage Select Riesling (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viento-2009-pine-grove-vineyard-vintage-select-riesling-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Riesling,2009,Viento ,Dessert,France,"So much freshness here to go with the sweetness, a wine of delicious intensity further enlivened by apple and cream acidity.",Clos de Sainte-Catherine,,91,Loire Valley,Coteaux du Layon,,Domaine des Baumard 2008 Clos de Sainte-Catherine Chenin Blanc (Coteaux du Layon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2008-clos-sainte-catherine-chenin-blanc-coteaux-layon/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Domaine des Baumard 7.5,White,Germany,"The wines from Erden are almost always stars in the Loosen stable, and this 2009 spätlese is no exception. It's sweet and lush, with ripe cherry-berry notes balanced by fresh limes and a chaser of crushed stone. Long and balanced, suitable for contemplative sipping or partnering slightly spicy or sweet dishes.",Erdener Treppchen Spätlese,30,91,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2009 Erdener Treppchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2009-erdener-treppchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Loosen ,White,Germany,"So lush and rich, almost to the point of being over the top, this is a hugely tropical Riesling, with waves of cascading fruit. Yet there's also a suggestion of slaty minerality and even a tinge of citrus pith reining things in on the finish. Drink it now as a dessert unto itself, or age it for a decade or more before trying it with more savory dishes.",Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese,29,91,Mosel,,,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 2009 Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heidemanns-bergweiler-2009-bernkasteler-badstube-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 14,Red,Chile,"Rich and bold from the start, with cassis, raspberry, coffee and tobacco aromas that yield to creamy mocha upon airing. The palate is ripe, tannic and structured, with blackfruit flavors, a touch of herbs and espresso. Long and herbal on the finish, with a smooth fade. Drink now through 2015.",Le Dix de Los Vascos,50,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2008 Le Dix de Los Vascos Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2008-le-dix-los-vascos-red-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2008,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) ,Red,France,"90-92 Dominated by its acidity, the tannins firm without being too dry, finely integrated into the rich structure. A fine finish of licorice and black plum skins.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Cantemerle 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantemerle-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cantemerle ,Dessert,France,"90-92 Concentrated, structure, a wine that pushes power and density. The year's acidity adds the necessary freshness. Impressive.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Broustet 2010 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-broustet-2010-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Broustet ,Red,France,"90-92 Firmly structured, tough in character, a wine that has big fruit and big tannins. Dense and potentially powerful.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Duplessis 2010 Barrel sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-duplessis-2010-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Duplessis ,White,France,"With attractive maturity, touches of lemon, pear and pink grapefruit and a ripe finish, this wine proves the aging potential of top Muscadet.",Comte de Saint-Hubert Sur Lie,,91,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Château du Coing de Saint-Fiacre 2005 Comte de Saint-Hubert Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coing-saint-fiacre-2005-comte-hubert-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2005,Château du Coing de Saint-Fiacre ,Dessert,France,"90-92 A wine that shows acidity, a tension between fruit and richness, delicately structured, very aromatic. The texture shows potential richness.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Doisy-Védrines 2010 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-doisy-vedrines-2010-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Doisy-Védrines ,Red,France,90-92 All structure and tannin over the austere black fruits. The wine at this stage is powered by its texture rather than the fruit.,Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Chasse-Spleen 2010 Barrel sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chasse-spleen-2010-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Chasse-Spleen ,Red,France,"90-92 Great structure, great acidity, with the ripe fruit pierced with acidity. The tannins are hugely powerful and dry.",Barrel sample La Dame de Montrose,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Montrose 2010 Barrel sample La Dame de Montrose (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montrose-2010-barrel-sample-dame-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Montrose ,Red,France,"90-92 Good tannins here, very structured. You can feel the power through the dusty tannins. The final feel is very concentrated.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Latour à Pomerol 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-a-pomerol-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Latour à Pomerol 13,Red,France,"A serious, complex wine, its tannins and full fruit still young and headstrong. There is power here, spice wood adding to the black cherry fruit and complex acidity. For aging.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Jean-Faure 2006 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jean-faure-2006-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Jean-Faure ,Red,France,"90-92 Severe in character, the acidity driving dry tannins. A wine for aging, although the juicy aftertaste is delicious now.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Moulin Saint-Georges 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-saint-georges-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Moulin Saint-Georges ,Red,France,"90-92 A wine that is smoky from the wood, while the tannins are firm and structured. It has a dark character, dominated by final new wood flavors.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Marquis d'Alesme 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marquis-dalesme-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Marquis d'Alesme ,Red,France,"90-92 Densely tannic wine, with beautiful perfumes. It is ripe, concentrated, while retaining great charm",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château le Prieuré 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-prieure-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château le Prieuré ,Red,France,"90-92 So stylish, with its ripe, jammy berry fruits already a pleasure to appreciate. It does have structure to go with the new wood character. Probably not for the long-term.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Dassault 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dassault-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Dassault ,Red,France,"90-92 Packed with new wood that dominates the fruit. The style does have some elegance, while the new wood will need to calm down.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos Labory 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-labory-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cos Labory ,Red,France,"90-92 Great swathes of sweet tannins and ripe berry fruits, the wine is delicious, ripe, concentrated and intense without losing charm.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Clarke 2010 Barrel sample (Listrac-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clarke-2010-barrel-sample-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Clarke ,White,France,"90-92 Attractive floral perfumes, a wine that is soft initially then shows a fine herbaceous edge. Crisp, textured with hints of wood.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Brown 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brown-2010-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Brown 13.5,Red,France,"A perfumed wine, balancing ripe fruit with some firm, young tannins. That makes this a very dry wine at this stage, needing time to develop. At present, the black currant fruit fits with a powerful core of dryness. Give it 4–6 years.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Corbin 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-corbin-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Grand Corbin 13,Red,France,"Still young, with its dry tannins, this is a wine that has developed depth and concentration over the last 3-4 years. It has power, the berry fruits driving through the structure to give a layered, attractive, serious finish.",,25,91,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fourcas Hosten 2005 Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fourcas-hosten-2005-listrac-medoc-130227/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Fourcas Hosten 15,White,US,"Lots of acidity in this dry, Chablis-style wine. It's not one of your opulent fruit bombs, but restrained and controlled, showing a mineral profile framing Meyer lemon, lime and pineapple fruit. An elegant, sophisticated Chardonnay for drinking now, but not too cold. Tasted twice.",Estate,40,91,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Zotovich Cellars 2008 Estate Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zotovich-cellars-2008-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Zotovich Cellars ,Red,Chile,"A real beauty with graphite, minerality and rich, clean, exciting berry fruit and controlled oak aromas. Very pure and stylish Cabernet Sauvignon with fat but balanced cassis and sweet berry flavors. Big tannins lend structure and framework; young like a baby now; will be better and more evolved come fall, winter and over the next few years.",Marques de Casa Concha,22,91,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2009 Marques de Casa Concha Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-marques-casa-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Concha y Toro ,Red,France,"90-92 Austere, with a dark character dominated by major tannins. These push the spice character of the wine, the sweet fruit following on behind.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Tour du Pin 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-du-pin-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Tour du Pin 13.5,Red,France,"Wood integrates well with firm tannins in this delicious, ripe and juicy-fruity wine that boasts attractive perfumes. There is density and concentration, a dry edge and ripe acidity. For aging.",,32,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Tour de Lagarde 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-lagarde-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Tour de Lagarde ,Red,France,"90-92 A ripe wine, keeping great swathes of freshness and offering the most delicioys acidity. Such a fresh wine, full of great blackberry fruist, very fresh as well as dense.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Potensac 2010 Barrel sample (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potensac-2010-barrel-sample-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Potensac ,Sparkling,France,"A deliciously crisp wine, its fruit packed with citrus and lemon peel, a style that is as fresh as possible. As well as its soft, creamy mousse, this wine has depth of flavor and potential aging ability.",Tirage,,91,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Domaine des Baumard 2006 Tirage Sparkling (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2006-tirage-sparkling-cremant/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Domaine des Baumard 14.2,White,US,"Lots of oaky richness in this detailed, highly enjoyable Chardonnay. It's tart and savory in acid-tinged lemondrop candy, tangerine and Asian pear flavors, elaborated with sweet buttered toast. Elegant and upscale, a wine to drink now.",Reserve,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2008-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Robert Mondavi 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Balanced and complex with herbal aromas of forest floor and sweet smoke married to the dense fruity core of black cherry, blueberry and juicy black plum. The organic dark fruit flavors continue on to dominate the satiny mouth, while a black pepper and espresso flavor unfolds on the finish.",,36,91,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2007 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2007,Thelema 14.7,Red,US,"A young, tannic wine that needs some time in the bottle to come around. Beneath the firm tannins are fleshy, olivaceous notes of blackberries, black cherries, mocha and oak. Seems balanced enough for development over the next six years.",Estate,40,91,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Steltzner 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steltzner-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Steltzner 14,Red,South Africa,"Balanced and forward with enticing notes of cedar and smoked meat among aromas of mulled blackberries and licorice. Lush dark black fruit floods the velvety mouth, while tobacco and sweet spice linger through the lengthy close. Drink now through 2014.",Paul Sauer,43,91,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Kanonkop 2007 Paul Sauer Red (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanonkop-2007-paul-sauer-red-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Kanonkop 13.5,White,New Zealand,"A blend of several vineyard parcels, Kumeu River's Estate bottling is the best value in the winery's impressive lineup of 2008 Chardonnays. It shows all of the toasty, leesy notes of the single-vineyard wines, medium body and a bright core of zesty pineapple fruit. Drink now–2014.",Estate,35,91,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2008 Estate Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2008-estate-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,2008,Kumeu River 14,White,Italy,"Named for a beautifully restored castle and boutique hotel in Abruzzo, this beautiful Italian white (made with Trebbiano grapes) shows a delicious creamy texture with abundant aromas of stone fruit, honey and toasted almond. The wine is thick and textured on the close.",Castello di Semivicoli,50,91,Central Italy,Trebbiano d'Abruzzo,,Masciarelli 2007 Castello di Semivicoli (Trebbiano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masciarelli-2007-castello-semivicoli-italian-white-trebbiano-trebbiano-dabruzzo/,Trebbiano,2007,Masciarelli 14.2,White,US,"Made the same way as the winery's previous reserves, with ripe, lush fruit that was barrel fermented in half-new oak and aged sur lies. It's a very rich wine, elaborate in pineapple jam, lemon tart, crême brulée and buttered toast flavors. Opulently powerful, but could use greater elegance and finesse.",Reserve,32,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rusack 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2009-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Rusack 14,Red,Italy,"Camarato is a beautiful wine and the 2004 vintage shows impressive harmony and elegance. The wine opens with aromas of chocolate, black cherry and spice. In the mouth, it shows firm, enduring tannins. Pair it with a succulent steak.",Camarato,,91,Southern Italy,Falerno del Massico,,Villa Matilde 2004 Camarato Red (Falerno del Massico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2004-camarato-red-falerno-massico/,Red Blend,2004,Villa Matilde ,Dessert,US,"A field blend ice wine—don't see that very often—it's full-bodied, almost lush, and packed with mixed slightly candied fruits—tropical, stone fruits and citrus. Concentrated and poised, it balances on fresh acidity. Just a hint of plastic in the back of the finish.",Underwood Mountain Vineyards 55% Riesling/45% Gewurztraminer Ice Wine,60,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Gorge (OR),Viento 2009 Underwood Mountain Vineyards 55% Riesling/45% Gewurztraminer Ice Wine Gewürztraminer-Riesling (Columbia Gorge (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viento-2009-underwood-mountain-55-riesling-45-gewurztraminer-ice-wine-white-blend-gewurztraminer-riesling-other-columbia-gorge-or/,Gewürztraminer-Riesling,2009,Viento 14.8,Red,US,"Sweetly charred oak presently dominates the blackberry and cherry flavors that finish so long and strong in fruity power. The tannins are big and hard, making the wine clumsy and rude in youth. Yet it has the overall balance to age well. Give it up to a decade in a cool cellar.",,80,91,California,Napa,St. Helena,Tayson Pierce 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tayson-pierce-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Tayson Pierce 14.9,Red,US,"There's something almost old-fashioned about this Cabernet. It's in the tannic structure, which actually is firm and angular, not the melted variety that keeps too many wines from aging. Bone dry and efficiently oaked, it shows lovely blackberry, currant, dark chocolate and herb flavors that need a good five years to show their best.",,34,91,California,Napa,Calistoga,Shypoke 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shypoke-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Shypoke ,Red,US,"Fans of sweet, ripe Cabs will love this charming beauty. It's forward and drinkable now in blackberries, plums and cherries, but it's not simple. The tannins are rich and complex, and the finish is dry and spicy. Decant before serving.",,44,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sleeper Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sleeper-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sleeper Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"A fine Cabernet from this veteran producer, elegant and stylish. Not one of your fruit bombs, it shows modulated blackberry, currant and herb flavors, leading to a long, spicy finish. Really distinguished, although it's not an ager. Contains a splash of Syrah and Petite Sirah for complexity and color.",,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Turnbull 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Turnbull 14,Red,New Zealand,"This wine's beautifully complex aromas include hints of brown sugar, cinnamon, dried herbs and flowers, all swirling around a core of cherry fruit. It's medium-bodied and supple in the mouth, yet it retains a sense of power and sinewy acids that should make it drink well for 5–8 years.",Moutere,48,91,Nelson,,,Neudorf 2007 Moutere Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neudorf-2007-moutere-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2007,Neudorf 13.8,Red,US,"Smooth as silk, all estate-grown, this classy Pinot lists five Dijon clones, Pommard, Wadenswil and “Suitcase clone La Tache” on its tech sheet. Vibrant and spicy, with cherries galore (sounds like a James Bond heroine) and a round, full, lush and satisfying mouthfeel. This is the one to drink now, while you cellar the Cuvée Giselle.",Lachini Family Estate,45,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Lachini 2008 Lachini Family Estate Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lachini-2008-lachini-family-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lachini 13.5,Red,US,"The upside of the recession is that wines this good are being sold for lower prices, which is great news for consumers. This Cabernet, basically a négociant's blend, is really delicious. It's rich, dry, tannic and lush in blackberry and cherry tart, chocolate and smoky cedar flavors.",,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Wine Spots 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-spots-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Wine Spots ,Dessert,US,"A blend of Roussanne, Marsanne and Viognier, this was made in the passito style—grapes were dried to concentrate sugars, then pressed and fermented. The result is a terrific and unusual dessert wine, with candied fruits mixing papaya, guava, banana, Meyer lemon and more. The center is simply lush and fruity; the finish tails off gently with a honeyed kiss.",Passito,28,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Francis Tannahill 2008 Passito White (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-tannahill-2008-passito-white-other/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Francis Tannahill 14.4,Red,US,"A real bruiser of a Zinfandel, dark in color, dry and tannic, brimming with massive flavors of wild blackberries, blueberries, dark chocolate and pie spices. The tannins are hard, in the way of this mountain. Drink Now–2013 before it loses fresh fruit.",,37,91,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Elyse 2007 Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2007-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2007,Elyse ,Red,France,"90-92 Delicious acidity, fresh in character, layering gentle tannins with black currant fruit and tight, nervy acidity. A juicy, fruity aftertaste. Well integrated.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Latour-Martillac 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-martillac-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Latour-Martillac ,Red,France,"90-92 Beautifully perfumed wine, the tannins relatively gentle. It has packed weight, as well as ripe berry fruits.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Lafon-Rochet 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafon-rochet-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lafon-Rochet ,White,France,"A finely crafted wine, its tight acidity generating a very fresh profile. There is an intensity of fruit as well as a mineral texture. For aging. Screwcap.",Clos de Saint-Yves,,91,Loire Valley,Savennières,,Domaine des Baumard 2007 Clos de Saint-Yves (Savennières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2007-clos-saint-yves-chenin-blanc-savennieres/,Chenin Blanc,2007,Domaine des Baumard ,Red,France,"90-92 Firm and tannic, while there are also sweet berry fruits and black currant flavors. The acidity is important.",Barrel sample La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2010 Barrel sample La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mission-haut-brion-2010-barrel-sample-chapelle-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Mission Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"90-92 Firm, concentrated, dry wine. It seems to be all structure, until the sweet juicy plum fruits show through.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fourcas Dupré 2010 Barrel sample (Listrac-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fourcas-dupre-2010-barrel-sample-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Fourcas Dupré 7.5,White,Germany,"The Thanisch wines from the Doctor vineyard rarely stand out in our magazine's blind tastings, making their value proposition questionable. That said, this is a finely elegant wine, with floral details on the nose and enduring stony notes on the finish that mark it as something special. At only 7.5% abv, you'd expect an intensely sweet wine, but the sugars are amply buffered by acids and minerality, so the overall impression is one of richness without excessive weight rather than sugary sweetness.",Berncasteler Doctor Auslese,84,91,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2009 Berncasteler Doctor Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2009-berncasteler-doctor-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) ,Red,France,"90-92 Densely characterized wine, with its dark tannins, and powerful structure. Spice, juicy pepper, final acidity.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Vray Croix de Gay 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vray-croix-gay-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Vray Croix de Gay ,Red,France,"90-92 Firm in character, with tannins that dominate. There is a good weight behind the tannins, with black fruits likely to come through well.",Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Rahoul 2010 Barrel sample (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rahoul-2010-barrel-sample-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Rahoul 14.5,White,US,"The best Clos Pegase Sauvignon Blanc in years. Made with a little oak, just enough for creaminess, it's marked by vibrant acidity and complex, lovely flavors of lemongrass, Meyer lemon candy, vanilla, white pepper and the distinct minerality that Carneros white wines often display. Great price for a wine this sophisticated.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,20,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2009 Mitsuko's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2009-mitsukos-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Clos Pegase 15.5,Red,US,"The combination of very high alcohol and what tastes like residual sugar gives this Grenache an excessively sweet, glyceriney taste. It's fabulously rich in raspberry cream, blackberry jam, mocha, vanilla and cinnamon spice flavors. Very flamboyant and delicious, but really more of a dessert wine than a dry table wine.",Purisima Mountain Vineyard,48,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Beckmen 2008 Purisima Mountain Vineyard Grenache (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-2008-purisima-mountain-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache,2008,Beckmen 14.2,White,US,"A great Viognier, rich and exotic, showing the powerful fruit you want from this variety, in a balanced, elegant way. With a sweet, buttercream mouthfeel, it's brisk in acidity, with powerful flavors of tangerines, pineapples, golden mango and exotic spices, finished with smoky, sweet oak.",Estate,28,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Zotovich Cellars 2010 Estate Viognier (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zotovich-cellars-2010-estate-viognier-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Viognier,2010,Zotovich Cellars 14.8,Red,US,"This interesting wine is an unusual blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and other Bordeaux varieties with nearly half Syrah. It does what Napa does so well, offering a plethora of ripe, delicious cherry, black raspberry, dark chocolate, sweetly smoked oak and peppery spice flavors that are deep and long on the finish. A lovely, accessible wine to drink over the next few years.",Estate Limited Edition,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Viader 2008 Estate Limited Edition Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viader-2008-estate-limited-edition-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Viader 13.5,Red,US,"This Pinot Noir needs a few years in the cellar to mellow, although you can decant it now to let it breathe. It's very rich in cherries, raspberries, licorice and sweet, smoky oak, with a soft, silky texture. Shows a real sense of sophistication.",Windy Hill Vineyard,50,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2008 Windy Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2008-windy-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Thomas Fogarty 14.8,Red,US,"A distinguished Cabernet whose superb tannins, which are firm and ripe and refined, testify to its Napa origins. So does the blackberry and currant fruit, which finishes in a swirl of sweet, smoky cedar wood. Good as it is, it's way too young. Should be best around 2015 and afterward.",Estate Bottled,55,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tudal 2008 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudal-2008-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Tudal 14.5,Red,US,"A huge wine, explosive in ripe fruit, elaborated with rich oak and wrapped into smooth, sweet tannins. Made from vineyards throughout the county, it dazzles with a complex of blackberry jam, mocha, date, bacon and smoky sandalwood flavors. Really impressive, especially at this price. Drink Now–2015.",,25,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rusack 2008 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Rusack ,White,France,Classic. Beautiful acidity is balanced by just a touch of sweetness. The wine is bright with apple and lime flavors.,Le Haut-Lieu Sec,28,92,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Huët 2010 Le Haut-Lieu Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-huet-2010-le-haut-lieu-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Domaine Huët 14.6,Red,US,"Very young, needs plenty of time. Still showing fermentation notes, with brisk, grapey acidity and primary cherry and raspberry fruit flavors. Seems brilliantly constructed and capable of aging, though. Hold until after 2012.",Walker Vine Hill,45,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Donelan 2009 Walker Vine Hill Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donelan-2009-walker-vine-hill-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2009,Donelan ,Red,France,"91-93 The wine is tight, densely textured, very firm in character. It has considerable weight to go with the sweet fruit, very powerful.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Rauzan-Gassies 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-gassies-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Rauzan-Gassies ,Red,France,"91-93 Very powerful spicy wine with rounded fruit despite the dense tannins. It has juicy acidity, finishing with a dark, dry aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Quinault L'Enclos 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-quinault-lenclos-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Quinault L'Enclos ,Red,France,"91-93 Finely structured, richly juicy fruit, packed with ripe tannins and great swathes of rich blackberry. It is intense, as well as well integrated.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château d'Armailhac 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darmailhac-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château d'Armailhac ,Dessert,France,"91-93 Rich more than dry, the palate a very spicy character, the texture full, unctuous, but more than just sweet.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château d'Arche 2010 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darche-2010-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château d'Arche ,Red,France,"91-93 Firm while also rounded, very rich Merlot spice and blackberry character. There are hugely dense, extracted tannins, with a final dark fruit character.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château le Bon Pasteur 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-bon-pasteur-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château le Bon Pasteur ,White,France,"91-93 Fresh, citrus and spicy pear flavors, a wine laced with acidity, a crisp texture and elegant bright aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Bergey 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bergey-2010-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Haut-Bergey ,Red,France,"91-93 Smooth, velvet tannins are the surface of this concentrated wine. It is very juicy, ripe, then rounded by the tannins. Structured and delicious at the same time.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Gloria 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gloria-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Gloria ,Red,France,"91-93 Rich, the structure all a part of the ripe blackberry fruits, very dark in style. The wine is very ripe, still retaining elegance",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Dutruch Grand Poujeaux 2010 Barrel sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dutruch-grand-poujeaux-2010-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Dutruch Grand Poujeaux ,Red,Italy,"From 29-year-old Pinot Nero vines, Pinéro is an elegant and fine still red wine produced by one of Italy's most celebrated sparkling wine houses. Polished and finessed down to the smallest detail (those tiny berry aromas come forth so clearly), this wine shows the potential of the Burgundian variety in Italy.",Pinéro,,92,Lombardy,Sebino,,Ca' del Bosco 2006 Pinéro Pinot Nero (Sebino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bosco-2006-pinero-pinot-noir-nero-sebino/,Pinot Nero,2006,Ca' del Bosco ,Red,France,"91-93 Dark tannins, polished herbal fruit, great acidity, a wine that promises much for the future. It has freshness as well as weight.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Olivier 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-olivier-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Olivier ,Red,France,91-93 Delicious initial fruit is followed by dense swathes of tannin. Concentrated wine that has all the weight without any sign of bitterness. The aftertaste brings back the delicious opening.,Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Marquis de Terme 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marquis-terme-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Marquis de Terme ,Red,France,"91-93 Ripe, soft fruit and tannins that come from fruit rather than wood. The acidity is a dominant factor, with great wafts of bright black currant fruits and final tannins.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carmes-haut-brion-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"Old vines, at least 60 years old, are the basis for this soft, wood-aged wine. The texture is smooth, with rounded tannins and density. Flavors include licorice, bittersweet chocolate and black cherries.",Les Grézeaux,,92,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Bernard Baudry 2009 Les Grézeaux (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-baudry-2009-grezeaux-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Bernard Baudry ,Red,France,"91-93 Smoky acidity and juicy, very fresh fruit. The wine certainly has dry tannins, along with this delicious waft of black berry fruit juice.",Barrel sample Le Clarence de Haut-Brion,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Brion 2010 Barrel sample Le Clarence de Haut-Brion (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2010-barrel-sample-le-clarence-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"91-93 There is a certain toughness her. The dense and firm character gives a solid, textured wine, packed with acidity. Foursquare and chunky.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Duhart-Milon 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-duhart-milon-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Duhart-Milon ,White,France,"A wine that combines the richness of the vintage with the extreme flinty texture of young, dry Chenin Blanc. Packed with ripe acidity, it is pure, very crisp, yet for aging.",Cuvée Spéciale,,92,Loire Valley,Savennières,,Château d'Epire 2009 Cuvée Spéciale (Savennières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-depire-2009-cuvee-speciale-chenin-blanc-savennieres/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Château d'Epire ,Red,France,"91-93 Powerfully tannic wine, the dryness balanced with sumptuous fruit. The wine shows balance, although the tannins are a major element.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château de Pez 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-pez-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Pez ,Red,France,"91-93 The wine feels powerful, dense, tannins dominating. Hard and solid, foursquare wine packed with weighty fruit and power.",Barrel sample,100,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de France 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-france-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de France ,Red,France,"91-93 Firm and tannic, very structured wine, while still savoring its rich fruit character. This feels very opulent and rich. There is a problem with alcohol showing through as a pepper edge.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Angélus 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-angelus-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Angélus 9,White,Germany,"Fairly priced for an auslese of this quality, Nicolay's 2009 from the Bernkasteler Badstube is lean yet luscious, with a wiry frame of taut citrus upon which hang riper notes of ripe peaches and apricots. The finish is long and vibrant, echoing with pure fruity deliciousness.",Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese,35,92,Mosel,,,Peter Nicolay 2009 Bernkasteler Badstube Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2009-bernkasteler-badstube-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Peter Nicolay 13.5,Red,Italy,"Packaged in a beautifully unique glass bottle, this collector's wine from southern Italy offers balance, intensity and cleanly etched aromas of black fruit, resin, cola, rum cake, dried violets and tobacco. The finish is elegant, polished and lingers long on the palate thanks to the drying tannins.",Naturalis Historia,,92,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Mastroberardino 2005 Naturalis Historia (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2005-naturalis-historia-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2005,Mastroberardino 13.5,Red,Italy,"Vintner Salvatore Geraci is the proud producer of Palari Faro, one of the great red wines to emerge from the Mediterranean rim and the island of Sicily. The elegance and finesse is extraordinary and the wine opens with a complex bouquet that sees petite elements of cassis, licorice, tar and tobacco rolled into one.",,,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Faro,,Palari 2007 Faro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palari-2007-red-faro/,Red Blend,2007,Palari 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a delicate and beautiful wine that roughly translates into Sicily's answer to a great Pinot Noir. Indigenous grapes native to the Mediterranean island are used to make an elegant, complex and anything-but-obvious expression that boasts small berry fruit, cola and toasted almond.",Faro,,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Palari 2006 Faro Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palari-2006-faro-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2006,Palari 13,Red,Italy,"Calidonio is a fascinating and deeply layered wine that is remarkable off the bat thanks to its unique personality and compelling aromatic profile. Piedirosso (85%) is fermented in oak with 15% Aglianico to create tones of black fruit, spicy smoked meat, resin and black licorice. It is smooth and very soft on the close.",Calidonio,42,92,Southern Italy,Taburno,,Ocone 2008 Calidonio Red (Taburno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ocone-2008-calidonio-red-taburno/,Red Blend,2008,Ocone ,Red,US,"Spicy and assertive, this young, cellar-worthy Pinot Noir just hints at the complexity within. Give it plenty of air time and it opens aromatically with allspice, sandalwood, perhaps some cola and pine needle. The tart and tangy berry fruit is still compact and primary, but fully ripe and nicely sculpted into a well-defined wine from start to finish.",Arcus Estate,100,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Archery Summit 2008 Arcus Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-2008-arcus-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Archery Summit 14.5,Red,US,"A juicy wine, rich, ripe and sweet in jammy fruit and caramelized oak flavors. Black raspberries, blackberries and mocha, spiced with cinnamon and pepper, flood the mouth, wrapped into beautifully sculpted, sweet tannins. A lovely wine to drink now. The wine is mainly Syrah, with 5% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Darwin,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hall 2007 Darwin Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hall-2007-darwin-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Hall 14.6,White,US,"A big improvement over the winery's last release, this '09 Chardonnay is rich and oaky and crisp in acidity. It's just delicious, with ripe pineapple jam, buttered toast, créme brûlée and vanilla flavors. Made in a big, powerful style, but balanced. Drink now.",,30,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Guarachi Family 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guarachi-family-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Guarachi Family 14.3,White,US,"This small-production Chard is a real success for J. It's comprised of their best fruit from warmer and cooler parts of the valley. The flavors are complex, ranging from apricots and tangerines to lemons and golden mangoes, while oak adds lovely notes of buttered toast and créme brûlée. Drink now.",Barrel 16,40,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2009 Barrel 16 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2009-barrel-16-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,J Vineyards & Winery ,Red,France,"91-93 A powerful wine, very ripe and rounded. Finely concentrated, with dark plum skins and opulent tannins.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Le Carré 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-carre-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Le Carré 7.5,White,Germany,"A lovely effort from proprietor Raimund Prüm, this plump, creamy-textured spätlese displays ample minerality—there's a distinctly slate-driven note—allied to ripe apple, stone fruit and citrus. Sweet but not overwhelmingly so, this would be terrific with slightly sweet or spicy dishes.",Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese,31,92,Mosel,,,S.A. Prüm 2009 Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2009-graacher-himmelreich-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,S.A. Prüm 14.5,Red,US,"Quite a good Cabernet, virgorous and dry, with an earthy edge of sweet, dried herbs alongside the blackberries and cedar. More elegant and food-friendly than many of the fruitier, high alcohol, oaky Cabs out there.",Estate,50,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Round Pond 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-pond-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Round Pond 14.2,Red,US,"Showing those infamous Diamond Mountain tannins, this Cab is hard as nails. Makes the mouth pucker with astringency. The underlying wine is bone dry, and has vital, concentrated blackberry and cassis flavors, with a kiss of tangy minerals that must come from the dirt. Give this young wine at least six years, and it should live for many more.",,75,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Dyer 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dyer-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Dyer ,Red,France,"91-93 This is no longer a second wine, but a wine with its own portion of Ducru-Beaucaillou's vineyard. It is juicy, rich, without being overpowering. The acidity at the end is both very ripe and very fresh.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Croix de Beaucaillou 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croix-beaucaillou-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Croix de Beaucaillou ,White,Germany,"If there is any criticism to be made of this wine, it might be that it is just too fruity. Waves of honey and tropical fruit coat the mouth, wonderfully balanced by zesty acidity, and while it is sweet and lush it never seems cloying or heavy. Delicious now–2015, at least.",Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese,23,92,Mosel,,,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 2009 Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heidemanns-bergweiler-2009-bernkasteler-badstube-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler ,Red,Chile,"Hails from Macul, so it exhibits some normal eucalyptus on the nose along with spice and pointed, slightly piercing berry aromas. The palate is chewy, sweet, modern and ripe, with chunky berry, herb, olive and particularly graphite flavors. Settles on big black fruit and depth. Outstanding Chilean Cabernet with individuality. Best from 2013-2016.",,60,92,Maipo Valley,,,Domus Aurea 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domus-aurea-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Domus Aurea 15.6,Red,US,"Made in a ripe, soft style that's unusual for Howell Mountain, this Zin could almost be Grenache, or even a big Pinot Noir. The cherry pie filling, raspberry cream and Dr. Pepper flavors are wrapped into soft, gentle tannins. It's a luxurious, exotic Zinfandel whose heat from high alcohol adds a spicy element.",,100,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Dark Matter 2006 Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dark-matter-2006-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2006,Dark Matter 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a gorgeous interpretation of Aglianico in which the tannic grape is softened and rounded out thanks to quality winemaking. Aromas of chocolate fudge, exotic spice, rum cake and loads of black fruit appear on the bouquet. You will, however, feel that characteristic tightness on the long, drying finish.",,40,92,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2006 Taurasi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2006-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2006,Feudi di San Gregorio 13.2,White,US,"Starts with a burst of fresh, clean lemon aroma, and turns zesty and bright in the mouth, offering waves of Meyer lemon and golden mango. A superior Chardonnay at a good price.",,22,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Zahtila 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zahtila-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Zahtila 14.2,Red,US,"Made in a very ripe, intensely concentrated style, this tannic young Cabernet is massive in blackberries, currants and cedar. It's a huge, impressive wine that needs at least 6–8 years in the cellar.",,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Zahtila 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zahtila-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Zahtila 12.3,Red,Italy,"Pago dei Fusi is a distinctive wine that excels in terms of intensity and clarity. Elegant tones of tar, black fruit, tobacco, dark spice and rum cake appear immediately and slowly change form as the wine spends more time in the glass. Drying tannins make for a dramatic close.",Pago dei Fusi,,92,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Terredora Di Paolo 2004 Pago dei Fusi (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-paolo-2004-pago-fusi-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2004,Terredora Di Paolo 14.5,Red,South Africa,"An immediately attractive wine with intense aromas of black raspberry, cherry and plum laced with toasted cedar and mocha accents. The texture is like crushed velvet, and the rich mouth filled with firm but fine-grain tannins. A touch of cola spice unwinds on the long finish. Drink now–2014.",Three Pines Unfined and Unfiltered,35,92,Jonkershoek Valley,,,Stark-Condé 2007 Three Pines Unfined and Unfiltered Syrah (Jonkershoek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stark-conde-2007-three-pines-unfined-unfiltered-shiraz-syrah-syrah-jonkershoek-valley/,Syrah,2007,Stark-Condé 14.3,Red,US,"Dry as dust and very tannic, this Cabernet simply isn't ready for prime time yet. It's tightly wound and tough, and resists breaking down. But there are plenty of blackberries tucked deep inside. Hold this elegant wine until after 2015.",,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Luna 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Luna ,Red,France,"91-93 Big, ripe and fruity, touched by wood with excellent acidity and spicy, lovely ripe fruit.",Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos Badon-Thunevin 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-badon-thunevin-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Clos Badon-Thunevin 13.5,White,New Zealand,"The 2008 Maté's shows more lushness than typical for the vineyard, but retains its hallmark lime-like acidity. It's almost full bodied, with a creamy, lush mouthfeel and plenty of roasted-nut complexity wrapped around melony fruit. Finishes with lingering oak spice and citrus. Drink now–2016.",Maté's Vineyard,47,92,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2008 Maté's Vineyard Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2008-mates-vineyard-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,2008,Kumeu River 13.3,Red,US,"Petite Verdot is a difficult wine to make interesting in its own right, but Reverie has pulled it off. It's very much like a Diamond Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, dry, tannic and filled with blackberry, cherry and cassis flavors. Not exactly clear why you'd want a Petite Verdot instead of a Cabernet, except for the interest value, but it's certainly an achievement.",Estate,75,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2008 Estate Petit Verdot (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2008-estate-petit-verdot-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Petit Verdot,2008,Reverie 14.6,Red,US,"Big, sturdy and extracted in blackberries, black currants and molasses, with a meaty edge, almost like a Syrah. The tannins are thick and furry and astringent, but the wine is flashy and complex. Hard now, but give it 5–6 years, and it could age well beyond that.",J. Garrett,85,92,California,Napa,Calistoga,Ramian 2006 J. Garrett Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramian-2006-j-garrett-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Ramian ,White,France,"Rich style of wine, its lime and mineral character enveloped by the ripe peach flavors. It's a beautiful wine, forward and ready to drink over the next year.",La Demoiselle de Bourgeois,,92,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Henri Bourgeois 2009 La Demoiselle de Bourgeois (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-bourgeois-2009-demoiselle-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Henri Bourgeois ,Red,France,"89-91 This has weight, dark tannins, very taut and mineral. Spice comes from the wood.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Camensac 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-camensac-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Camensac 13,White,Italy,"This is a really fantastic wine and one of the best expression of Falanghina available today. (Perhaps the best.) What sets it apart is the purity of its fruit aromas. Citrus, white mineral and tonic fruit aromas hint at the crisp and smooth palate. Would wash down well with fish, salad or spaghetti con vongole.",Serrocielo,33,90,Southern Italy,Sannio,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2009 Serrocielo Falanghina (Sannio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2009-serrocielo-italian-white-falanghina-sannio/,Falanghina,2009,Feudi di San Gregorio 13,White,South Africa,"Medium-intense aromas of ripe pear and soft herbs transition into the mouth alongside developing flavors of apricot and clementine citrus. Medium weight with a good crispness and a clean but lingering finish. 5,400 cases imported.",,30,90,Elgin,,,Paul Cluver 2009 Chardonnay (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cluver-2009-chardonnay-elgin/,Chardonnay,2009,Paul Cluver ,Red,France,"Ripeness, black currant jelly flavors and spice mark this concentrated wine, which has a smoky character on the finish.",A Chaux,,90,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Château du Hureau 2009 A Chaux (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hureau-2009-a-chaux-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Château du Hureau 14.5,Red,South Africa,"A hint of spiced cured meat mixes with the assertive notes of cassis and black plum in the bouquet. The mouth shows more of an herbal character with flavors of licorice, cigar tobacco and pepper that linger through the close. Firmly structured but with a creamy feel and dissipating tannins.",,28,89,Wellington,,,Bosman Family Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosman-family-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-wellington/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bosman Family Vineyards ,Red,US,"With each successive vintage, winemaker Gus Janeway has slowly but surely moved this wine to 100% Malbec. It's a bold step, because pure varietal wines do not have the advantage of filling in holes with blending. But for those who want to glimpse the future of Malbec in southern Oregon, this is a touch point. Delicate, balanced, herbal, mixing a wash of light fruits with nuances of herb, this very drinkable wine has appealing delicacy and verve.",Red Wine,24,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Velocity 2007 Red Wine Red (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/velocity-2007-red-wine-southern-rogue-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Velocity 13.5,Red,France,"Haut-Bertinerie is part of the Bertinerie estate in Blaye, producing wines that show good depth of flavor. This 2008 adds richness, spice and dark tannins to the mix, giving powerful berry fruits, an edge of wood and fine acidity.",,,89,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Haut Bertinerie 2008 Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bertinerie-2008-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Haut Bertinerie ,Red,Chile,"This rich yet direct Syrah hails from CyT's Buin vineyards. It's a dark, chewy, lush style of New World Syrah with chunky, sweet blackberry and mocha flavors that result from ripe Maipo fruit and generous oak. Very likable but simple, without much of the leather, spice and animal that Old World Syrah is known for.",Marques de Casa Concha,22,89,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2009 Marques de Casa Concha Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2009-marques-casa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2009,Concha y Toro 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Ripe and juicy with notes of black raspberry, cherry and mulberry accented by hints of mocha and cigar spice. The mouth is silky and decadent with a wonderfully peppery finish that lingers nicely. Widely available with 15,000 cases imported. Drink now.",The Wolftrap,11,89,Western Cape,,,Boekenhoutskloof 2009 The Wolftrap Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boekenhoutskloof-2009-wolftrap-red-western-cape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Boekenhoutskloof 14,White,South Africa,"Bold and round, this Chard offers rich fruit flavors of ripe apple, white peach and soft melon propped against a yellow floral and honeysuckle backbone. Sensual but balanced with lively acidity and a clean close. Drink now.",Bon Vallon,19,88,Robertson,,,De Wetshof 2009 Bon Vallon Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wetshof-2009-bon-vallon-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2009,De Wetshof 13,White,South Africa,"Attractive aromas of ripe guava and mango mix masterfully with earthy notes of fresh grass and sweet pea florals in the bouquet. Lime flavors drive the palate, with a great cut to the mouthfeel and a juicy finish. Drink now.",,22,88,Cederberg,,,Cederberg 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Cederberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cederberg-2010-sauvignon-blanc-cederberg/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Cederberg 13.5,Red,Italy,"Martummè is an austere Taurasi-style Aglianico (from the Sannio region, however) that places emphasis on richness, elegance and sophistication. Deep and penetrating in the mouth, it delivers a long succession of spice, leather, tobacco and black fruit aromas. Very nice.",Martummè,24,89,Southern Italy,Sannio,,Terra di Briganti 2008 Martummè Aglianico (Sannio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-briganti-2008-martumme-italian-red-aglianico-sannio/,Aglianico,2008,Terra di Briganti 14,Red,Italy,"Don Paolo is a thick and richly layered wine that offers tones of dark chocolate, mature fruit, prune, blackberry preserves and rum cake. The mouthfeel is characterized by gritty tannins and jammy fruit power.",Don Paolo,20,89,Southern Italy,Pompeiano,,Sorrentino 2008 Don Paolo Aglianico (Pompeiano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorrentino-2008-don-paolo-italian-red-aglianico-pompeiano/,Aglianico,2008,Sorrentino ,Red,US,"Lots of ripe cherries, blackberries and dried herbs in this young, vigorous wine. Shows considerable power and authority, at the loss perhaps of some charm and elegance. Drink it over the next 6–8 years.",Highflyer Centerline,28,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Somerston 2007 Highflyer Centerline Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/somerston-2007-highflyer-centerline-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Somerston 15.2,Red,US,"A ripe, rustic Zin, the Fiddletown being one of Sobon's better bottlings every year, grown high in elevation. Its serious tannins are balanced by burgeoning blackberry and blueberry fruit interweaved with all the tobacco and leather one has come to expect from this neck of the woods.",Fiddletown,20,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Sobon Estate 2008 Fiddletown Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2008-fiddletown-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,2008,Sobon Estate 14.3,Red,US,"Aging may make this Cabernet more harmonious than it is now. It's a dramatic wine, ripe in blackberries and cassis, rich in oak, and with smooth, intricate tannins. Yet it's klutzy now, almost rude, like a gawky teenager who's growing too fast. Give it 4–5 years to mellow.",,55,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vine Cliff 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Vine Cliff 13.9,Red,US,"Great price from a winery that's consistently been producing top Zins. This one's actually blended with 11% Petite Sirah. The wine is rich and lusty, with spicy flavors of ripe summer berries, mocha and roasted hazelnuts.",Zinfinity,16,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ottimino Vineyards 2007 Zinfinity Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ottimino-2007-zinfinity-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Ottimino Vineyards 13,White,Chile,"Odfjell previously struggled a bit with SB but this one is quite good and correct. It features green aromas of lime and herbs with some minerality folded in. The palate is zesty and lively, with lime and green apple flavors. Finishes in direct fashion. Drink soon.",Armador,12,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Odfjell 2010 Armador Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2010-armador-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Odfjell ,Red,US,"Immediately juicy, with a rough mix of flavors that run from pomegranate and sour wild berry to sweet tomato and herb. But the nose is more complex and integrated, showing some dusty barrel notes, and suggesting that with time this will settle into a polished bottle.",Deux Verres Reserve,45,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Torii Mor 2008 Deux Verres Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2008-deux-verres-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Torii Mor 13,White,Italy,"Oca Bianca is a Fiano-based wine (with 15% other varieties mixed into the blend) that offers a beautiful bouquet of peach, white flower and Golden Delicious apple. Despite the aromatic abundance, the wine is thinner and crisper on the finish.",Oca Bianca,22,88,Southern Italy,Beneventano,,Ocone 2009 Oca Bianca Fiano (Beneventano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ocone-2009-oca-bianca-italian-white-fiano-beneventano/,Fiano,2009,Ocone 13,Red,France,"Domaine de Chatenoy, in the same family for 15 generations, has produced this rich, full-flavored wine, packed with sweet strawberry and smooth tannins. It could age, but is ready to drink now.",Rouge Noir,23,88,Loire Valley,Menetou-Salon,,Xavier Flouret 2008 Rouge Noir (Menetou-Salon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2008-rouge-noir-pinot-noir-menetou-salon/,Pinot Noir,2008,Xavier Flouret 14.5,Red,Chile,"This wine carries the same citrus and tea aromas as the regular Alazan bottling, but in the mouth it's heavier and leans toward overripe. Chewy, dark raspberry and cassis flavors lead to a sweet, chunky finish with licorice, pepper and a bit of heat. Very nice but the Alazan is better balanced.",Alazan CJ's Barrel,32,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Kingston Family 2009 Alazan CJ's Barrel Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kingston-family-2009-alazan-cjs-barrel-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kingston Family 13.5,Red,US,"This Pinot combines power with elegance in a cost-effective way, making it a great buy. It will stand against many more expensive wines, with its silky tannins and dry, interesting cherry, raspberry and sandalwood flavors. Easy to find, with production nearing 35,000 cases.",,16,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kenwood 12,White,New Zealand,"A solid effort from this value-oriented brand, offering a bit of sweetness and breadth to match apple and lime flavors. The mouthwatering finish shows just a touch of bitterness, helping to balance out the residual sugar. Drink now.",,15,88,Central Otago,,,Mohua 2008 Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mohua-2008-riesling-central-otago/,Riesling,2008,Mohua 8.5,White,Germany,"From one of Bernkastel's least known vineyards, this is a good buy in sweet Riesling, balancing sweet apple flavors against crisp, lime-like notes. Sweet yet refreshing, a good weeknight partner to Chinese or Thai carryout.",Bernkasteler Schlossberg Auslese,13,88,Mosel,,,Johann Falkenburg 2009 Bernkasteler Schlossberg Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johann-falkenburg-2009-bernkasteler-schlossberg-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Johann Falkenburg ,White,US,"A pleasant white wine whose style falls somewhere between a crisp Chardonnay and a fruity Pinot Gris. Pears and apples come to mind, with suggestions of toast and caramel, perhaps from five months on the lees. Approachable and perfect for a spring picnic.",,14,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2009 Pinot Blanc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2009-pinot-blanc-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Foris 13,White,Italy,"Serum opens with dusty mineral aromas backed by stone fruit, white peach, tangerine skin and almond paste. The really nice thing about this wine is the polished, drying feel it imparts on the close.",Serum,,88,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,I Capitani 2009 Serum (Greco di Tufo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-capitani-2009-serum-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2009,I Capitani 13,White,Italy,This is a really fantastic white wine from southern Italy that expresses much of the complexity and beauty of the land that shaped it. It also promises a perfect pairing match to any Mediterranean fish dish—from mussels with coarse black pepper or steamed calamari in lemon juice and olive oil.,,22,88,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2009 Greco di Tufo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2009-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2009,Feudi di San Gregorio 14,White,Italy,"Massaccio is a beautiful expression of Verdicchio that focuses on ripe aromas of candied or exotic fruit, toasted almond and apricot. It's engineered as a bigger, smoother and softer wine to pair with creamy chicken dishes.",Massaccio,,88,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore,,Fazi Battaglia 2007 Massaccio (Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazi-battaglia-2007-massaccio-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi-classico-superiore/,Verdicchio,2007,Fazi Battaglia 13,Red,France,"From Barton & Guestier's own chateau, the wine is a well-balanced spice- and berry fruit-flavored wine. Its tannins fit with the fresh 2008 acidity and lively, fruity character. Age for 2–3 years.",,20,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Magnol 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-magnol-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Magnol ,Red,France,"87-89 Rich, though a wine that seems to lack an inner core. It is all beautiful fruit, super-ripe, laced with acidity, missing the structure.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Beauregard 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beauregard-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Beauregard 13.5,Red,Greece,"This full-bodied red gives sexy aromas of dark chocolate, cherry, vanilla and cedar, followed by equally deep flavors of cocoa, black fruit, plum and black pepper. Smooth but sturdy, it will pair well with steaks, stews and earthier fare.",,,88,Epanomi,,,Gerovassiliou 2006 Syrah (Epanomi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerovassiliou-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-epanomi/,Syrah,2006,Gerovassiliou ,Red,France,"87-89 With intense acidity, this is a structured, firm wine. The extract is considerable, leaving an edge of bitterness. At the same time, the freshness gives point to the wood tannins.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Greysac 2010 Barrel sample (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-greysac-2010-barrel-sample-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Greysac 11.5,White,Germany,"From a little-known site in the Ruwer, this wine starts off slowly, then builds to a fine crescendo. The aromas are barely present, but the flavors of apple and citrus expand on the palate, adding mineral notes on the lengthy finish.",Kaseler Dominikanerberg Ruva Nova Trocken,43,88,Mosel,,,Christoph von Nell 2009 Kaseler Dominikanerberg Ruva Nova Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christoph-von-nell-2009-kaseler-dominikanerberg-ruva-nova-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Christoph von Nell ,Red,France,"87-89 Solid, chunky wine, full of dense tannins, concentrated fruit. There is a powerful feel to it.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Plince 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-plince-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Plince 14.9,Red,US,"A flavorful, robust wine, made from Petite Sirah, Zinfandel and Syrah grown in the winery's estate vineyard in Calistoga. With wildly exuberant wild blackberry, red currant, tobacco, exotic Indian spice and sandalwood flavors, its tannins are brisk and firm. Calls for umami rich fare, such as beef stews, hard cheeses and upscale Mexican fare. Drink this interesting, fun wine now.",Dunaweal Vineyard Pegaso,28,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 2007 Dunaweal Vineyard Pegaso Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2007-dunaweal-vineyard-pegaso-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Clos Pegase ,Red,US,"A strong core of pretty cranberry/cherry fruit anchors this solidly made Pinot Noir. Balanced on a cushion of fine-grained tannins, the wine persists in the mouth with a clean, bracing finish.",Chehalem Mountains Select,52,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Torii Mor 2008 Chehalem Mountains Select Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2008-chehalem-mountains-select-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Torii Mor 12,White,Germany,"Nearly as good as the Herrenberg Alte Reben bottling, this dry Riesling features a lacy swirl of apple, vanilla and citrus embedded in a base of what can only be said to resemble rainwater collected in a stony hollow. The flavors linger on the finish while remaining light and fresh.",Trocken,25,89,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2009 Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2009-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Maximin Grünhäuser 8.5,White,Germany,"Medium-bodied and lush, powered by ripe fruit flavors of apple, peach and pineapple. There's a bit of a flinty note on the nose and a slight vinyl-like element on the finish, which add either complexity or detract from the fruit, depending on your perspective.",Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese,28,89,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2009 Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2009-bernkasteler-badstube-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 13.5,White,Greece,"Floral, fresh and fragrant on the nose, this white offers elegant flavors of honey, apricot and tropical fruit. Good acidity and a crisp overall quality are balanced by the luscious fruit. A unique, pretty wine with diverse food pairing options…try it with Asian or Indian cuisine.",,39,89,Epanomi,,,Gerovassiliou 2009 Viognier (Epanomi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerovassiliou-2009-viognier-epanomi/,Viognier,2009,Gerovassiliou ,Sparkling,France,"Made only from free-run juice, this is a light, intensely fresh style of rosé. It just hints at the raspberry, red berry and green apple flavors.",Brut Rosé,,89,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Domaine des Baumard NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-cremant/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine des Baumard ,Red,France,"88-90 Soft, ripe, smooth, with delicious acidity and berry fruits. Some good density.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château de Lamarque 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-lamarque-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Lamarque 13.5,White,Chile,"Clean on the nose, with pure citrus and minerality. It's full but not heavy in the mouth, with developed, mature flavors of grapefruit and other citrus fruits. Mildly pithy, green and long on the finish. Not a prima ballerina; this has force and strength along with elegance.",Single Vineyard,18,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Chilcas 2010 Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2010-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Chilcas ,Red,US,"Front loaded, this wine hits the palate with cola and herb, black cherry and a suggestion of fresh truffles. The aromas lead, the flavors follow. Still quite young; it needs a few more years in bottle to smooth out all the way through the finish.",Renegade Ridge Estate,85,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Archery Summit 2008 Renegade Ridge Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-2008-renegade-ridge-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Archery Summit 13.5,Red,Italy,Lagrein is an indigenous grape of the far north of Italy that remains deeply rooted in the hearts and history of the people who live there. This expression by the super-fussy and meticulous Alois Lageder shows beautiful harmony and bright fruit aromas followed by spice and chewy ripeness in the mouth.,Lindenburg,40,89,,Alto Adige,,Alois Lageder 2006 Lindenburg Lagrein (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-2006-lindenburg-italian-red-lagrein-alto-adige/,Lagrein,2006,Alois Lageder 14.2,White,US,"Ripe and fruity, the 2009 echoes the flavors of the previous vintage, bringing in suggestions of pear, pineapple, green banana and papaya. It's all wrapped in a bit of alcoholic heat, but not so much as to detract from the rich fruit flavors. A solid base of acid and skin tannins gives the wine the support it needs.",,16,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2009 Pinot Gris (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Brandborg ,Red,France,There are tight tannins to go with the fresh acidity in this very mineral wine. Raspberry and red cherry fruits combine with a smoky note.,Cuvée Domaine,,89,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Bernard Baudry 2009 Cuvée Domaine (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-baudry-2009-cuvee-domaine-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Bernard Baudry ,Red,South Africa,"Well known for their Pinot Noir, Hamilton Russell produces one of the finest South African offerings from the variety. Lively and complex notes of fresh mint and black pepper spice up the red berry and cherry flavors. Soft tannins provide a delicate framework, with a medium-length finish sealing the deal.",,44,89,Hemel en Aarde,,,Hamilton Russell 2008 Pinot Noir (Hemel en Aarde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamilton-russell-2008-pinot-noir-hemel-en-aarde/,Pinot Noir,2008,Hamilton Russell ,Red,France,"88-90 Smoky ripe fruit, big and bold fruit with some firm tannins. The wine is packed with ripe berry fruits.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Laforge 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laforge-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Laforge ,White,France,"A concentrated wine, its pear and lemon character segueing into a tight, wound-up structure, very dry, very crisp.",,,89,Loire Valley,Savennières,,Château de Varennes 2007 Savennières,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-varennes-2007-chenin-blanc-savennieres/,Chenin Blanc,2007,Château de Varennes 14.5,White,US,"Shows lots of flamboyant pineapple, pear and green apple flavors, with a deft touch of smoky oak. But the wine is uplifted by a firm, steely minerality, as well as fine acids. It finishes a little sweet. Drink now.",Katherine's Vineyard,22,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2008 Katherine's Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2008-katherines-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Cambria 14.5,Red,Chile,"Bold, dark and rubbery on the nose, with a hint of citrus to go with black cherry. This is full, thorough and upstanding on the palate, with black fruit, licorice and cocoa flavors. Comes across sweet and rich but balanced, with a layered, long finish.",Corralillo,28,89,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2009 Corralillo Pinot Noir (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2009-corralillo-pinot-noir-san-antonio/,Pinot Noir,2009,Matetic ,Red,US,"A kitchen sink sort of blend, this nonetheless retains its focus and brings bright and spicy red fruits to the front and center. It's a yummy style, fresh and simply delicious, in the manner of a good country wine. But it goes farther than you expect, lingering and layering up through a medium deep finish.",Night & Day,14,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,A to Z 2008 Night & Day Red (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-to-z-2008-night-day-red-southern-rogue-valley/,Red Blend,2008,A to Z 14,Red,Greece,"This Greek red blend has an appealing, pretty nose of plum, blackberry and cherry, followed by deep, full-bodied black fruit and spice flavors. Good acidity and round tannins add to its poise. An elegant wine that will appeal to most fans of bigger reds.",Alpha One,75,89,Florina,,,Alpha Estate 2007 Alpha One Red (Florina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-estate-2007-alpha-one-red-florina/,Red Blend,2007,Alpha Estate ,White,US,"Barrel fermented in neutral oak, and not put through malolactic, this offers in place of more obvious barrel flavors some subtle notes of cinnamon and brioche, custard and citrus rind. A fine effort.",,12,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Foris 2009 Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Foris 14,White,US,"Michael David makes this white wine, a blend of mostly Viognier and Chardonnay, with smaller amounts of Malvasia Bianca, Roussanne, Sauvignon Blanc and Symphony, steel-tank fermented and aged, a deliciously bright and perfumed, light-drinking, golden wine with a tropical fruit nose and ripe peach and melon as it goes down.",White Wine Blend,18,89,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Incognito 2009 White Wine Blend White (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/incognito-2009-white-wine-blend-central-valley-lodi/,White Blend,2009,Incognito 14,Red,South Africa,"Rich and complex, this Cab shows deep black fruit flavors of blackberry and cassis framed by decadent notes of espresso, leather and peppery spice. Like crushed satin in the mouth with ample tannins and a lush fleshy fruit backbone. Accents of menthol appear on the lengthy finish. Drink now.",,35,89,Stellenbosch,,,Kanonkop 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanonkop-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Kanonkop ,White,France,"A pure mineral wine, extremely fresh and bright with acidity, all the way to the finish. It's packed with herbs and gooseberry fruit flavors.",Les Baronnes,,89,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Henri Bourgeois 2009 Les Baronnes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-bourgeois-2009-baronnes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Henri Bourgeois 13.2,Rose,US,"A pretty pale salmon color introduces a wine that looks and smells like a Sancerre rosé. Delicate and yet fruity, it offers a cavalcade of fresh flavors, strawberries and cherries, almost frothy and tasting like the creamy center of a bon bon.",Rosé of Pinot Noir,14,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lachini 2009 Rosé of Pinot Noir Rosé (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lachini-2009-rose-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Rosé,2009,Lachini 13.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Syrah that stands up to bottlings costing far more. Dry and medium-bodied, it's marked by smooth tannins and deliciously complex flavors of black cherries, licorice, bacon, black pepper and sandalwood. Production was 3,600 cases.",,16,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2008 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2008,Valley of the Moon 8.5,White,Germany,"A light, refreshing style of kabinett, with a floral, perfumed nose, ripe fruit flavors of apple and peach, plenty of citrus for balance and even a hint of crushed stone to add complexity. It's easy-drinking, perfect for summer sipping.",Red Slate Kabinett,19,89,Mosel,,,Schmitges 2009 Red Slate Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmitges-2009-red-slate-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Schmitges ,Red,Chile,"Perfectly good and very much as expected. The nose is firm, crusty and a bit herbal in that patented Maipo way. The flavors are a mix of dark berry, cassis, herbs and medicinality, while the mouthfeel is solid. Very nice Cabernet for the money; the only quibble is that it's highly regular and not all that individual or unique.",Reserva de Familia,20,89,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2008 Reserva de Familia Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2008-reserva-de-familia-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Santa Carolina 13.1,White,US,"An interesting step toward persuading Americans to like Riesling. That's because it takes the variety's citrus, flower and petrol notes and finishes them slightly sweet, like an orange and apricot fruit drink. Connoisseurs might wish it were drier, but it's a really good example of the off-dry style.",Heritage Tree Vineyard,20,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,D.H. Gustafson 2010 Heritage Tree Vineyard Riesling (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dh-gustafson-2010-heritage-tree-vineyard-riesling-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Riesling,2010,D.H. Gustafson 7.5,White,Germany,"Loosen's focus on fruit purity is reflected admirably in this pristine Riesling. The only quibble would be a slight lack of complexity. Sweet berry fruit is balanced by racy lime-like acidity, resulting in a wine that's clean, refreshing and nicely balanced at a low 7.5% abv.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett,26,89,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2009 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2009-wehlener-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Loosen 13,White,Germany,"This wine, from the Oppenheimer Herrenberg, is a broad, medium-bodied Riesling that comes across as just a bit off dry. Petrol-like notes impart minerality, while the fruit hints more at citrus or lychee. Finishes long, with hints of gingery spice.",Diamant Dry,21,89,Rheinhessen,,,Dr. Heyden 2009 Diamant Dry Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heyden-2009-diamant-dry-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Heyden 14,White,Greece,"This is exactly what a good Greek white should be…fresh, balanced, food-friendly. On the nose, the wine offers citrus and tropical fruit. Delicate, clean flavors of lemon, orange and slate dance on the palate. Pair this with some freshly grilled fish or a Mediterranean salad.",Areti,23,89,Pangeon,,,Estate Biblia Chora 2009 Areti Assyrtico (Pangeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-biblia-chora-2009-areti-greek-white-assyrtico-pangeon/,Assyrtico,2009,Estate Biblia Chora 14,Red,New Zealand,"Nicely executed New World Pinot Noir, with ripe black cherry fruit forming the core of the wine, garnished with hints of rhubarb and brown sugar. The tannins are supple, the acids crisp, so the finish comes across as tart, buffered by a velvety texture. Drink now–2013.",SP Rise-and-Shine Creek,33,89,Central Otago,,,Kim Crawford 2007 SP Rise-and-Shine Creek Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2007-sp-rise-shine-creek-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2007,Kim Crawford 15.5,Red,US,"Quite a good wine, rich and ripe, with plump blackberry, cherry, anise and cedar flavors, wrapped into firm tannins. Feels a bit rugged and astringent, but could blossom over the next 5–6 years.",Chris' Cuvée,60,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kenefick Ranch 2007 Chris' Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenefick-ranch-2007-chris-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kenefick Ranch 12.5,White,Greece,"Zippy citrus, lemon and a touch of tropical fruit on the nose and palate characterize this stylish white blend. A spin of sea salt minerality keeps the whole package light on the tongue. A balanced, elegant white that will pair well with grilled fish, fruit, poultry.",,23,89,Pangeon,,,Estate Biblia Chora 2009 White (Pangeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-biblia-chora-2009-white-pangeon/,White Blend,2009,Estate Biblia Chora 14.5,Red,Chile,"Bright and zesty raspberry aromas bring a hint of leather and cheese. The palate is creamy and solid, with sweet, lightly candied flavors of red berry and cassis. Finishes with gravitas and balance as well as perky cherry and raspberry flavors.",,13,89,Colchagua Valley,,,El Huique 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-huique-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,El Huique 12.5,White,Chile,"Oceanic and mildly green on the nose, with grassy notes and appealing citrusy scents. The palate is juicy, crisp and zesty, with flavors of fresh lettuce, lime and green herbs. Finishes light and pretty.",Reserva,12,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Casas del Bosque 2010 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casas-bosque-2010-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Casas del Bosque 13,White,Chile,"Piercing and pungent up front, with sharp-edged aromas of nettle, lime, arugula and green bean. The palate is lithe and crisp, with green-leaning flavors of lettuce, lime and passion fruit. Lasting on the finish, with bell pepper and celery. A prime example of cool-climate Chilean SB.",Gran Reserva,16,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Casas del Bosque 2010 Gran Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casas-bosque-2010-gran-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Casas del Bosque 13.5,Red,Italy,"Cecubo is a thick and well concentrated wine that opens with meaty aromas of smoked bacon and blackberry followed by cola, barbecue sauce and sweet spice. It's a unique and distinctive wine that ends with a smooth, firm feel.",Cecubo,,89,Southern Italy,Roccamonfina,,Villa Matilde 2006 Cecubo Red (Roccamonfina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2006-cecubo-red-roccamonfina/,Red Blend,2006,Villa Matilde 9.5,White,Germany,"Light almost to the point of etherealness, this is a delicate yet expressive rendering of one of the Saar's greatest vineyards, boasting subtle stone shadings, damp mossy notes, green apple and lime. Clean and refreshing on the finish.",Scharzhofberger Spätlese,32,89,Mosel,,,Vereinigte Hospitien 2009 Scharzhofberger Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vereinigte-hospitien-2009-scharzhofberger-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Vereinigte Hospitien ,Red,France,"Shows smooth fruit, with the acidity finely molded into a structure of juicy black berry fruits. There is zesty, spicy acidity on the finish.",Vieilles Vignes,,89,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Domaine Filliatreau 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-filliatreau-2008-vieilles-vignes-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Domaine Filliatreau 10.5,White,Germany,"A strong showing for this entry-level offering from the Dr. Fischer estate on the Saar, with some funky passion fruit notes adding character to this creamy-textured, amply concentrated wine. Finishes off-dry, with lingering mineral notes. Hand-picked at kabinett-level ripeness, this is a great value.",Ockfener Bockstein,13,89,Mosel,,,Dr. Fischer 2009 Ockfener Bockstein Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-fischer-2009-ockfener-bockstein-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Fischer ,Red,France,"Smooth fruit, the tannins softened by wood aging. That gives some richness as well as a chunky, ripe character of red plums, licorice and final acidity.",Cuvée de la Cure,,89,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2009 Cuvée de la Cure (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2009-cuvee-cure-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Charles Joguet 13,Red,France,"Smoky, rich wine, with the wood element present but not dominant. Black plum and sweet damson fruitiness surrounds soft tannins and balanced acidity.",Cuvée Spéciale,,89,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Grand-Maison 2008 Cuvée Spéciale (Côtes de Bourg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-maison-2008-cuvee-speciale-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Grand-Maison ,Red,France,"88-90 Dense and dry, a firmly structured wine, packed with tannins and a solid texture. The acidity powers through everything.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Ferrande 2010 Barrel sample (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferrande-2010-barrel-sample-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Ferrande ,White,France,"With its fine concentration and light acidity, this scores with its lovely apple fruit, touched with grapefruit. Very fresh, ready to drink.",Sur Lie,,89,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Château du Coing de Saint-Fiacre 2008 Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coing-saint-fiacre-2008-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2008,Château du Coing de Saint-Fiacre 13,Red,France,"Wood and solid fruit give the character of this wine. It has a dense, tannic and dusty fruit texture. Fruit flavors show a juicy black cherry character, underlined with licorice and tight acidity.",,30,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château de Villegeorge 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-villegeorge-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château de Villegeorge ,White,France,"88-90 Spicy, toasty fresh citrus wine. It's light, crisp, with bright final acidity.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château de Chantegrive 2010 Barrel sample (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chantegrive-2010-barrel-sample-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château de Chantegrive ,Red,France,"88-90 Solid, chunky wine, firmly tannic and tough. The weight of fruit is there to give promise for the future.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Cissac 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cissac-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Cissac ,Red,France,"88-90 While it is dense, the wine does not have structure. It seems diffuse, the berry fruit element not in balance with the tannins.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Croix de Gay 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-gay-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Croix de Gay 13,Red,France,"A wine that shows its wood aging strongly at this young stage. However, there is plenty of ripe blackberry flavor to boost the fruity side of the wine. The core is dry, surrounded by ripe fruits and a touch of sweetness.",,19,89,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Hyot 2009 Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hyot-2009-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Hyot 14.9,Red,US,"A very fruity, juicy Zin from Shelton, this time from one of her consistent sources of organically grown grapes in Mendocino, just north of Ukiah. The “wild” name comes from the wild yeast fermentation the wine goes through, helping to coax raspberry, cassis, black pepper and spice out of the wine.","Wild Thing, Cox Vineyard",24,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,"Carol Shelton 2007 Wild Thing, Cox Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino County)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2007-wild-thing-cox-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Carol Shelton 13.5,Red,France,"A dark-colored wine, smoky and toasty, perhaps too much. It has weight, with shafts of fruit coming through the wood dryness. The main wine of the château is better balanced than this special cuvée.",Prima,,89,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Carignan 2006 Prima (Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carignan-2006-prima-red-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Carignan 13,Red,France,"Tasted from magnum, the wine shows youthful vigor, layers of wood and dark berry flavors. It has the relative lightness of 2007, with a tight edge that needs to smooth out. Give the wine in a 750ml bottle another 5–6 years, a magnum up to 10 years.",,,89,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Brown 2007 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brown-2007-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Brown ,Red,France,"88-90 Spicy, smoky character, with ripe fruit and good acidity. Black plums, and very rich. There is a touch of pepper from the alcohol.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château Bertineau Saint-Vincent 2010 Barrel sample (Lalande de Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bertineau-saint-vincent-2010-barrel-sample-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bertineau Saint-Vincent ,Red,France,"88-90 The wine seems to have over-ripe fruit, giving it an unbalanced feel. It does have weight, the tannins offering some structure, while it's the acidity that really gives the wine shape.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Berliquet 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-berliquet-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Berliquet ,Red,France,"88-90 On the firm, dry side, with more tannins than fruit, this is a wood-laden, extracted wine. It is tough, with a bitter edge.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Larmande 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larmande-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Larmande 13.5,Red,France,"This wine is finely structured with the red berry and black plum fruit flavors leading to a central core of tannins. There is good juiciness as well, the whole ensemble promising good medium-term aging. The second wine of Château du Glana.",Terre du Lion,49,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château du Glana 2008 Terre du Lion (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-glana-2008-terre-lion-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château du Glana 14.9,Red,US,"This is a big, rich, heavy Pinot Noir, lacking vital structure. It feels flat. But the flavors are enormously beautiful, rich in baked cherry pie filling, Dr. Pepper cola, ginger cookie, sautéed mushroom and smoky vanilla oak. Gains extra points for the sheer drama of the flavors.",,70,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Wedell Cellars 2008 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wedell-cellars-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Wedell Cellars 14.5,Red,US,Lots of flashy black and red currant and cedar flavors in this dry Cabernet. It finishes with an intense taste of blackberry essence and spice. The tannins are intricate and refined. Experienced tasters will recognize them as uniquely Alexander Valley. Drink now–2014.,Reserve Alexandre,50,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2006 Reserve Alexandre Meritage (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2006-reserve-alexandre-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Meritage,2006,Geyser Peak 13.5,White,US,"Here's a nice, bright Chardonnay that can be described as Chablisian. It's bone dry and very bright in tangy acidity, with a squirt of lime juice over Meyer lemons, pineapples and green apples. A touch of oak adds just the right note of buttered toast. Easy to find, with 73,000 cases produced.",Diamond Collection Gold Label,16,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Francis Coppola 2009 Diamond Collection Gold Label Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-coppola-2009-diamond-collection-gold-label-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Francis Coppola 14,Red,Chile,"Warm, baked and dusty on the nose, with black cherry and cassis along with brick dust, olive and spice aromas. The palate is healthy and full, with punchy, snappy flavors of cherry, raspberry and spiced marmalade. Creamy, sweet and rooty on the finish. Drink now through 2015.",Gran Araucano,35,89,Colchagua Valley,,,François Lurton 2008 Gran Araucano Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2008-gran-araucano-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,François Lurton 13.5,White,Chile,"Bright, bursting aromatics of green apple, white peach and summer grass are pungent yet controlled. The palate has a fresh, friendly feel that supports papaya, passion fruit and lime flavors. This is full of pop and typicity; it lasts on the finish and mixes the best of leesy weight and tropicality.",Single Vineyard,16,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2010 Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2010-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Errazuriz 13.5,Red,France,"Attractively powerful wine, its tannins buried within dense berry fruits. There is a positive rough edge to the wine, the stalky fruit character smoothed by wood. Made in the cellars of the château by the Producteurs Plaimont winemaking team.",Château Saint-Go,,89,Southwest France,Saint-Mont,,Producteurs Plaimont 2007 Château Saint-Go (Saint-Mont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2007-chateau-saint-go-red-saint-mont/,Red Blend,2007,Producteurs Plaimont 14.5,Red,US,"Shows lots of class and finesse for a Sonoma Coast Pinot that's under $20. It's fully dry and zesty in acidity, with rich tannins framing cherry, pomegranate, cola, spice and sandalwood flavors. A great starter Pinot if you're just getting into the variety. Production was 3,576 cases.",Riviera,19,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pali 2009 Riviera Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2009-riviera-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pali 13,Red,Italy,"Diomede is a plusher, chewier expression of Aglianico with background notes of vanilla and sweet spice that peek between dominant aromas of blackberry and cassis. Like other expressions of this tannic grape, what distinguishes this wine is its firm structure that should be paired to fatty meat or succulent steak.",Diomede,35,89,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Taburno,,Ocone 2004 Diomede (Aglianico del Taburno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ocone-2004-diomede-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-taburno/,Aglianico,2004,Ocone ,White,France,"88-90 Great acidity runs through what is also a richly concentrated wine. It has weight, density, always with this bright acidity.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Picque Caillou 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-picque-caillou-2010-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Picque Caillou 9,White,Germany,"Comes across as slightly rich, sweet and heavy for a kabinett, but this wine remains very enjoyable for its lush, sweet flavors of ripe peaches, baked apple and honey.",Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Kabinett,22,89,Mosel,,,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 2009 Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heidemanns-bergweiler-2009-bernkasteler-alte-badstube-am-doctorberg-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 14.5,Red,Chile,"Meaty, dark and concentrated, with a smoky bouquet that shows spice and berry aromas. The palate is soft, lush and deep, with heavy flavors of blackberry, tea, spice and pepper. Finishes easy and chocolaty, with good length and drive. Drink now through 2012.",Red One,25,89,Maule Valley,,,Chilcas 2008 Red One Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2008-red-one-maule-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Chilcas 14,White,South Africa,"There's great minerality to this wine, as aromas of chalky soil mix with notes of brisk red apple skin, hard pear and a drizzle of honey. Fresh apple slices and orange citrus flavors liven up the mouth, ending with a lively and mouthwatering finish.",Limestone Hill,16,89,Robertson,,,Danie de Wet 2009 Limestone Hill Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/danie-wet-2009-limestone-hill-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2009,Danie de Wet 14.1,Red,US,"Fogarty's basic Pinot Noir is very good, although it's not a wine for aging. With its soft dryness and rich tannins, it shows polished flavors of cherries, cola, herbs, cinnamon spice and subtle oak.",,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2009,Thomas Fogarty 14,Red,Italy,"Terre del Principe tends to produce very extracted and thickly concentrated wines. Castello delle Femmine, on the other hand, exhibits a lighter more delicate style with aromas of dark fruit, spice, plum and cola. The power is there, only it's packaged in a silk lining.",Castello delle Femmine,38,89,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Terre del Principe 2009 Castello delle Femmine Red (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-principe-2009-castello-delle-femmine-red-terre-volturno/,Red Blend,2009,Terre del Principe ,White,US,"A rich, buttery Chardonnay, brimming with well-oaked pineapple, honey, créme brûlée and spice flavors, brightened with acidity. A real crowd pleaser.",Cold Creek Ranch,30,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Laird 2008 Cold Creek Ranch Chardonnay (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laird-2008-cold-creek-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Laird 11,White,Germany,"Intentionally skewed toward the drier side of kabinett, this is an impressive effort from proprietor Raimund Prüm. It's light in body, with fairly ripe fruit flavors of honeyed apple and a hint of apricot, yet intensely refreshing thanks to crisp acidity. Drink now.",Prüm Blue Kabinett,19,89,Mosel,,,S.A. Prüm 2009 Prüm Blue Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2009-blue-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,S.A. Prüm 12.5,White,Germany,"An interesting example of dry Riesling, one that displays a dense, honeyed bouquet and flavors that resemble honey but without the sweetness. Hard to imagine, but that's the closest approximation I can come up with. It's creamy on the midpalate and fairly full bodied (12.5% abv) for a wine from this far north.",Scharzhofberger Trocken GG,41,89,Mosel,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2009 Scharzhofberger Trocken GG Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2009-scharzhofberger-trocken-gg-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 12,White,Greece,"Lush tropical fruit and fragrant white flowers lead this balanced, pretty white from Skouras. On the palate, lemon, pear and peach are buoyed by a great acidic spin. The briny sea salt finish adds a delicious touch. Pair with grilled octopus, fish.",Georges Skouras Moscofilero,15,89,Peloponnese,,,Skouras 2010 Georges Skouras Moscofilero Moschofilero (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2010-georges-moscofilero-greek-white-moschofilero-peloponnese/,Moschofilero,2010,Skouras ,Red,US,"One of the most remote and unusual vineyard sites in Oregon, the Maple Ranch provides ripe grapes at lower alcohol levels. The reward can be found in the delicate but real accents—subtle spices and surprising length.",Maple Ranch,30,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2008 Maple Ranch Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2008-maple-ranch-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Foris 13.5,Red,Germany,"It's really splitting hairs when evaluating Huber's 2007 R bottlings. This one comes across as slighty reduced, with some cabbage-like notes that require vigorous swirling to dissipate. Yet it remains complex, with black cherries and a slightly more muscular, tannic style than Huber's other '07s. Drink 2013–2020.",Malterdinger Bienenberg R Trocken,50,89,Baden,,,Huber 2007 Malterdinger Bienenberg R Trocken Spätburgunder (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2007-malterdinger-bienenberg-r-trocken-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-baden/,Spätburgunder,2007,Huber 13.5,Red,Germany,"Toasty and dark-fruited, Huber's 2007 Bombacher Sommerhalde R falls somewhere between the Wildenstein and Malterdinger Bienenberg in style. It's less herbal and more powerful than the former, but not as muscular as the latter. The tannins are still silky, yet there's great intensity, ending on a long, slightly charred note. Drink 2012–2020.",Bombacher Sommerhalde R Trocken,59,89,Baden,,,Huber 2007 Bombacher Sommerhalde R Trocken Spätburgunder (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2007-bombacher-sommerhalde-r-trocken-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-baden/,Spätburgunder,2007,Huber ,White,France,"Very intense herbal wine, full-bodied, with hints of mineral and a very forward grapefruit and lime fruit character.",En Travertin,,89,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Henri Bourgeois 2009 En Travertin (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-bourgeois-2009-en-travertin-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Henri Bourgeois 13,Red,Italy,"Drying aromas of crushed stone and licorice open the nose of this interesting Pallagrello and Casavecchia blend. Those tones are soon followed by very rich layers of chocolate, plum cake, cola and pressed rose petal and the mouthfeel is rich and penetrating.",Settimo,,89,Southern Italy,Campania,,Fattoria Alois 2007 Settimo Red (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-alois-2007-settimo-red-campania/,Red Blend,2007,Fattoria Alois ,Red,France,"88-90 Acidity and fresh fruit are out of balance with smoky wood. The wine will need to integrate in the coming months, although all the elements are there.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Maucaillou 2010 Barrel sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maucaillou-2010-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Maucaillou ,Red,France,"88-90 Densely tannic, with a dry edge, while allowing the rich berry fruits to come through. Tannins promise good aging.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Lafleur-Gazin 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafleur-gazin-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Lafleur-Gazin 13,Red,France,"An attractively fruity wine, its tannins softened with sweet black plum flavors. The acidity gives a lift while the ripe feel of the wine gives it a broader base. Touches of toast add further complexity.",,,89,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Haut-Maurac 2007 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-maurac-2007-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Haut-Maurac ,Dessert,France,"88-90 Delicious fruit, with pear and apricot laced with acidity and spice. The wine feels relatively light, very fresh, already delicious.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Doisy-Daëne 2010 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-doisy-daene-2010-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Doisy-Daëne 13,Red,France,"A ripe, smoky wine, full of very juicy fruit. Black plums and berries are complemented by a core of firm tannins and bright acidity. Sweet, rich and attractive.",,20,89,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Tertre de Viaud 2009 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tertre-viaud-2009-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Tertre de Viaud ,Dessert,France,"88-90 A definite mineral character here, with a wine that boasts a taut structure, pushing beyond the metallic edge of the fruit.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Romer 2010 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-romer-2010-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Romer ,Red,France,"88-90 Big, extracted wine, with hard tannins, very firm, tough.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Peyrabon 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-peyrabon-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Peyrabon 14.9,Red,US,"Here's a good, dry and fairly complex Pinot Noir from the same estate as Calera's better and more expensive block bottings. It's light bodied and spicy, with earthy notes of tobacco, herbs, cherries and sandalwood. Drink now, after a good decanting.",de Villiers,35,89,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2008 de Villiers Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2008-villiers-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2008,Calera 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This Syrah-dominant blend with 12% Grenache, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cinsault and 2% Viognier offers a delicious, fruit-driven core matched with complex spice notes of sweet smoke, cured meat and fresh tobacco leaf. The mouth is silky and smooth with fine-grain tannins and a white pepper-flecked finish. Drink now–2012.",The Chocolate Block,40,89,Western Cape,,,Boekenhoutskloof 2008 The Chocolate Block Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boekenhoutskloof-2008-the-chocolate-block-red-western-cape/,Red Blend,2008,Boekenhoutskloof 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Made by Carmen Stevens, one of South Africa's first black female winemakers, this is a gorgeous blend with rich aromas and flavors of black currant leaf, licorice, cigar tobacco, boysenberry and black cherry. Lush and creamy in the mouth, the finish offers a hint of fresh mint sprig for a last minute lift.",uQamata,20,90,Stellenbosch,,,Xavier Flouret 2007 uQamata Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2007-uqamata-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Xavier Flouret 12.5,White,Germany,"A unique style of Riesling, naturally fermented on the skins for 20 days prior to pressing. The result is intriguing: honey and baked apple notes tinged with peach-like ripeness and briny minerality. It's medium-bodied, crisp and dry yet with a sense of honeyed richness.",Geyerscheiss,40,90,Rheinhessen,,,Würtz 2008 Geyerscheiss Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wurtz-2008-geyerscheiss-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Würtz 12.5,White,Germany,"Like the Josephshöfer bottling, von Kesselstatt's 2009 GG from the Piesporter Goldtröpfchen boasts a salty minerality that underscores the ripe flavors of peach and orange zest. It's medium to full in body, and nearly bone dry, with a long, mouth-watering finish.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Trocken GG,43,90,Mosel,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2009 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Trocken GG Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2009-piesporter-goldtropfchen-trocken-gg-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 15,Red,South Africa,"Serious herbal notes of cedar bark, black pepper and violet leaf mingle with a juicy fruit backbone of black raspberry and cherry flavors. Rich and satiny in the mouth with a firm structure and a coffee-infused finish. Drink now–2013.",Penny Black,23,90,Stellenbosch,,,Post House 2008 Penny Black Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/post-house-2008-penny-black-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2008,Post House 7.5,White,Germany,"Makes an interesting contrast with the J.J. Prüm bottling from the same site, weighing in at a full 1.5% less in finished alcohol, and showing mineral-inflected passion fruit flavors and a touch of vanilla. The sweetness is finely balanced by mouthwatering acidity on the finish.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett,25,90,Mosel,,,S.A. Prüm 2009 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2009-wehlener-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,S.A. Prüm 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a new producer from southern Italy who presents a very interesting blend of Pallagrello (70%), Aglianico and Casavecchia. The wine opens with warm aromas of leather, smoked meat and black fruit and delivers a unique mouthfeel that is firm but rich at the same time.",Sabbie di Sopra il Bosco,49,90,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Nanni Copé 2008 Sabbie di Sopra il Bosco Red (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nanni-cope-2008-sabbie-sopra-il-bosco-red-terre-volturno/,Red Blend,2008,Nanni Copé 13.5,White,Chile,"This SB has one of Chile's best track records for high quality. The nose and flavors both exceed norms, with the former showing bold citrus, lime and melon aromas and the latter revolving around grapefruit, lime and gooseberry. It's ripe, healthy, pithy, acid-driven and piercing. Summer sipping calls.",Limited Selection,15,90,Leyda Valley,,,Montes 2010 Limited Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2010-limited-selection-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Montes 10,White,New Zealand,"Plump and slightly sweet, this late-harvest Riesling comes in at 10% alcohol—something along the lines of a rich spätlese in terms of its alcohol-acid-sugar balance. Notes of pineapple and crushed stone open up to melon fruit on the palate and finish long, with a bit of cinnamon or ginger spice.",Late Harvest,55,90,Martinborough,,,Dry River 2009 Late Harvest Riesling (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-river-2009-late-harvest-riesling-martinborough/,Riesling,2009,Dry River 12.5,White,France,"Particularly intense on the herbaceous front, the wine shows rich grapefruit and lemon zest flavors. Long, deep and delicious.",Côtes de Morogues,22,90,Loire Valley,Menetou-Salon,,Fournier Père et Fils 2009 Côtes de Morogues (Menetou-Salon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2009-cotes-de-morogues-sauvignon-blanc-menetou-salon/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Fournier Père et Fils 13,White,Italy,"Pietracalda (which translates into “hot rock”) seems indeed to release aromas of sunbaked granite or river stone over lush background tones of peach, pear and yellow lemon zest. There's a drying, polished feel in the mouth with a touch of bitter almond on the close.",Pietracalda,33,90,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2009 Pietracalda (Fiano di Avellino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2009-pietracalda-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2009,Feudi di San Gregorio 7.5,White,Germany,"Loosen's 2009 spätlese from the Wehlener Sonnenuhr is a lush, medium-bodied wine loaded with honey and peaches. It's superripe and succulent, with a long, fruity finish. Try it with Szechuan dishes, which will buffer the sweetness of the wine while the wine tames some of the heat.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese,30,90,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2009 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2009-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Loosen 13.5,Red,Italy,"This firm and austere Taurasi opens with dark aromas of plum cake, chocolate, dried currant, cola and smoky barbecue sauce. The tannins are firm and dense and the wine needs a few more years of cellar aging before it softens.",,34,90,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Donnachiara 2006 Taurasi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnachiara-2006-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2006,Donnachiara ,White,France,"Concentrated and very full in the mouth, the wine's acidity is tight, wrapped around lemon and grapefruit characters. Good depth of flavor in this intense wine.",Vieilles Vignes Sur Lie,,90,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Gadais Père et Fils 2009 Vieilles Vignes Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gadais-pere-fils-2009-vieilles-vignes-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2009,Gadais Père et Fils 14.5,Red,Chile,"Alluring on the nose, with a ton of dried spice, mocha and tobacco aromas to go with beefy, berry fruit notes. Despite its darkness and size, this wine delivers bright, juicy acidity and then herbal cassis and berry flavors. Tobacco, herbs and length define the finish. A blend of five red grapes, including Mourvèdre and Petit Verdot; drink now through 2013.",The Blend Limited Edition,35,90,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2008 The Blend Limited Edition Red (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2008-blend-limited-edition-red-aconcagua-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Errazuriz ,Red,France,"89-91 The wine is all tannins, very severe feeling. The toughness masks the fruit, although there is just a hint of juiciness to finish.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Phélan-Ségur 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-phelan-segur-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Phélan-Ségur ,Dessert,France,"89-91 Richly liquorous wine, beautifully concentrated, with acidity balancing with the rich, honeyed fruit. Showing its attractive side already.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Caillou 2010 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-caillou-2010-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Caillou ,Red,France,"89-91 Ripe, soft wine, fruity, fresh and jammy. The fruit is rich, the tannins integrated into the fruit. Already attractive.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Malescasse 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malescasse-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Malescasse 13,Red,France,"Firm tannins mark this as a wine for aging. At the same time, the sweet and ripe fruit gives weight and richness. Wood flavors just creep in to round out the tannins at the end. Keep for 7–8 years.",,,90,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fonréaud 2006 Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonreaud-2006-listrac-medoc-130232/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Fonréaud ,Red,France,"89-91 Big, powerful wine, on the extracted side, very modern wood feel to it, very powerful, laced with intense final acidity.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Clos la Bohème 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-boheme-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Clos la Bohème ,Red,US,"A fine, elegant Pinot Noir, still in its infancy, with bright cranberry and raspberry fruit taking center stage. A shimmering, vivid, youthful vitality elevates the fruit flavors, with juicy acidity and restrained oak influence. Though this is the least expensive wine in the Archery Summit portfolio, it may surprise those who cellar it. Some extra years in the bottle could bring out unsuspected depth and power.",Premier Cuvée,48,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Archery Summit 2008 Premier Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-2008-premier-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Archery Summit 13.8,White,US,"Do you like lemon drop cocktails? This is a lemon drop wine —so ripe and round and sweetly lemony it could almost pass for Limoncello. Despite the almost 14% alcohol, there is some sweetness, as you might find in a late harvest wine, albeit concealed by the acidity. Rose petals and talcum powder flavors coalesce into a firm, full, fruity, slightly sweet and also quite fragrant finish.",,16,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2009 Gewürztraminer (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2009-gewurztraminer-southern-umpqua-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Brandborg 14.7,Red,US,"On par with the '07 vintage, if not quite so captivating. It's a soft, luxuriously velvety wine, rich in blackberry jam, chocolate, violet, smoked meat and sandalwood flavors, generously spiced. The official alcohol is 14.7%, but it seems higher and hotter than that.",Purisima Mountain Vineyard,48,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Beckmen 2008 Purisima Mountain Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-2008-purisima-mountain-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Beckmen 14.5,Red,Chile,"Always at the top of the Chilean Pinot heap is this true, complex wine from Kingston Family. The nose features light raspberry, citrus, oceanic brine and toasty, creamy oak. The palate is lush and rolls across the tongue with ease; ripe fruit in the cherry zone along with cocoa and spice make for fine flavors. Finishes with purity, smooth tannins and herbal twinges.",Alazan,30,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Kingston Family 2009 Alazan Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kingston-family-2009-alazan-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kingston Family 14.5,Red,US,"Delicious. A drinkably juicy, brambly version of Amador County Zin, consistently one of Joel Gott's best, with appetizing texture and mouthfeel and dry, dusty tannins, ready to go now with a range of meaty foods but also able to age.",Dillian Ranch,28,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Joel Gott 2008 Dillian Ranch Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joel-gott-2008-dillian-ranch-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Joel Gott 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Medium weight with a satiny smooth texture and great balance, this is a stellar Syrah with great complexity between the rich dark fruit flavors and forest spice. Aromatic accents of cured meat and crème brûlée linger in the back of the bouquet, while a strong coffee flavor stays strong through the finish.",The Stork,79,90,Stellenbosch,,,Hartenberg 2007 The Stork Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartenberg-2007-stork-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2007,Hartenberg 14,Red,South Africa,"Dark berries, coffee and woody spice start off the nose of this wine, with more concentrated but juicy plum and cherry flavors unfolding in the mouth. Creamy and lush with medium acid and a lively structure. Drink now–2013.",The Mackenzie,79,90,Stellenbosch,,,Hartenberg 2006 The Mackenzie Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartenberg-2006-mackenzie-red-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Blend,2006,Hartenberg ,Red,US,"Young and loaded with primary fruit flavors—fresh-picked cherries right off the tree, red delicious apples, just-made cranberry sauce—this is lovely now but built for the long term. The 13.6% alcohol listed is verified by the juicy acidity and just a touch of herb in the back of the finish.",Reserve,32,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lange 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lange ,White,US,"Soft and rich, this Chardonnay shows intricately layered flavors of buttered toast, grilled peaches, orange jam, honeysuckle flowers and cinnamon. An opulent wine to drink now.",Red Hen Ranch,35,90,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Laird 2008 Red Hen Ranch Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laird-2008-red-hen-ranch-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2008,Laird 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Perhaps the biggest of Kumeu River's 2008 Chardonnays, the Coddington offers waves of tropical fruit—pineapple and carambola—allied to mouthfilling richness and balanced by citrusy acids and hints of roasted nuts. Drink now.",Coddington,42,90,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2008 Coddington Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2008-coddington-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,2008,Kumeu River 14.5,Red,Chile,"A little lean and fiery from nose to tail, but amid all the heavyweights coming from Chile that might be a good thing. The palate is tight, acidic and fresh, with an Old World mouthfeel and flavors of dried berry, earth, tobacco and spice. Snappy and crisp on the finish, with a final wave of propelling acidity. Drink now through 2014.",Reserva de Caliboro,30,90,Maule Valley,,,Erasmo 2006 Reserva de Caliboro Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliboro-estate-2006-erasmo-red-maule-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Erasmo 14.9,Red,US,"With zesty acidity and plenty of upfront fruit flavor, this Pinot is ready to drink now and over the next two years. It's rich and vibrant in cherry pie filling, red currant, red licorice, bacon, cola, pepper and sandalwood flavors.",Sarmento Vineyard,40,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Windstream 2009 Sarmento Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windstream-2009-sarmento-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Windstream ,Red,France,"89-91 Soft, open style of wine from one of the largest estates in the Médoc. The wine has fresh berry fruits, tingling acidity, very fresh.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Larose-Trintaudon 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larose-trintaudon-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Larose-Trintaudon ,Red,France,"89-91 Firmly structured, while also boosted with sweet, smoky fruits and ripe tannins. The wine has style more than power, and the juicy berry fruits give it acidity and a fresh aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Larcis Ducasse 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larcis-ducasse-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Larcis Ducasse ,Red,France,"89-91 Attractively perfumed, with great acidity and delicious dusty tannins. It is fresh, hinting at wood, spice and blackberry flavors.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Haut-Simard 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-simard-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Haut-Simard ,Red,France,"89-91 Big, bold, tannic wine, the dry core of tannins leavened by the black currant juice acidity. There is some extraction and a strong wood element, although the wine does profit from its freshness.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fourcas Hosten 2010 Barrel sample (Listrac-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fourcas-hosten-2010-barrel-sample-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Fourcas Hosten ,Red,France,"89-91 Smoky, firm tannins, with black currant fruits, firmly dark, dry and tannic, with a solid structure.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château de Chantegrive 2010 Barrel sample (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chantegrive-2010-barrel-sample-red-graves/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Chantegrive ,Red,France,"89-91 Ripe, soft fruit, the tannin right within the sweetness. It has density without weight, an opulent, ripe wine.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Citran 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-citran-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Citran ,Red,US,"A strong Cabernet that's so tightly wound in tannins, it's hard to appreciate, despite plenty of fruit. There's also a green olive earthiness to the sweet blackberries and cedar. Showing its immaturity now, so give it a good six years in the cellar.",,65,90,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,La Jota Vineyard 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jota-vineyard-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,La Jota Vineyard 13.5,Red,Germany,"Huber's three R (for Reserve) bottlings are all borderline excellent in 2007, but this one gets the nod for its harmonious complexity of herb, cherry, mushroom and coffee notes, and its supple tannins, in fine balance with its medium body and moderate acidity. Drink now–2020.",Wildenstein R Trocken,96,90,Baden,,,Huber 2007 Wildenstein R Trocken Spätburgunder (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2007-wildenstein-r-trocken-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-baden/,Spätburgunder,2007,Huber 8.5,White,Germany,"Light in body, with a fine backbone of taut acidity, this is a throwback to a time when spätleses were slightly drier than today. Delicate scents of crushed stone and pressed flowers are underscored by hints of green apple and lime. This would make a fine apéritif on its own, or could perhaps partner subtle seafood dishes.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese,24,90,Mosel,,,Studert-Prüm 2009 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/studert-prum-2009-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Studert-Prüm ,Red,US,"Excellent varietal character, along with the lightly funky aromas associated with the vineyard's location in the Rocks (a sub-section of the Walla Walla Valley AVA), elevate this first release from Riverhaven Cellars. Along with blackberry fruit come cinnamon, mocha, coffee grounds and clean earth, well integrated into a rich and textural wine with good length and body.",Riverrock Vineyards,28,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Riverhaven 2007 Riverrock Vineyards Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverhaven-2007-riverrock-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Syrah,2007,Riverhaven 14.5,White,South Africa,"Here's a gorgeous Viognier that is showing very well. Soft toasted brioche topped with baked red apple, ginger and orange clove spice aromas transition into flavors of spiced peach and orange oil in the full mouth. Well balanced with a long, spicy finish.",,20,90,Paarl,,,Ridgeback 2008 Viognier (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridgeback-2008-viognier-paarl/,Viognier,2008,Ridgeback 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Cigar box and mulberry spice aromas lead the nose of this Cab, with fruity notes of black berry and cassis providing the backdrop. Full and lush in the mouth, the ripe black fruit carries through to the finish alongside accents of roasted coffee grounds. 550 cases imported.",Unfined and Unfiltered,27,90,Stellenbosch,,,Stark-Condé 2007 Unfined and Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stark-conde-2007-unfined-unfiltered-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Stark-Condé 15,Dessert,Italy,"Made with a blend of Falanghina and Coda di Volpe grapes, this amber-colored passito opens with aromas of white raisin, maple syrup, honey, toasted almond and sweet marzipan. It's a creamy, rich wine that would pair with aged cheese or sweet desserts alike.",Fior di Ginestre Passito 500ml,28,90,Southern Italy,Pompeiano,,Sorrentino 2009 Fior di Ginestre Passito 500ml White (Pompeiano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorrentino-2009-fior-ginestre-passito-500ml-white-pompeiano/,White Blend,2009,Sorrentino 14,Red,Italy,"Well-aged and elegant, this proud Taurasi shows a very deep and sophisticated side. Aromas include cured meat, licorice, rum cake, dried herbs, cola and root beer. The freshness of the fruit is fading but the tannins are still firm, giving the wine a few more years of longevity.",CampoRe Riserva,,90,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Terredora 2003 CampoRe Riserva (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2003-campore-riserva-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2003,Terredora 13.8,Red,US,"Drinkable now, but certainly cellar-worthy, the most widely available cuvée from Domaine Serene shows the strength of the 2008 vintage. Fully ripe, assertive and full-bodied, it brings scents of berry and herb into play, leading into a thick and tannic wine with coiled power. Decant it, or give it a few years in the cellar.",Yamhill Cuvée,42,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 2008 Yamhill Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2008-yamhill-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Serene 8,White,Germany,"Lush, honeyed and tropically fruited, this epitomizes the Dr. Pauly-Bergweiler house style. It seems sweeter than many other 2009 spätleses, with its considerable sugar evident on the long finish. Drink it on its own, or alongside spicy Asian cuisine.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese,31,90,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2009 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2009-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 9.5,White,Germany,"In a flight of five 2009 kabinetts from the Sonnenuhr, this was the most alcoholic (at 9.5% abv), but the extra weight didn't stand out beyond a bit of extra creaminess on the palate. Hints of lees and slate add complexity to the apple and citrus notes, then linger elegantly on the finish.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett,23,90,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2009 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2009-wehlener-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 9,White,Germany,"Sweet and lush in the house style, but lighter on its feet than many of the other bottlings from Dr. Pauly-Bergweiler, this kabinett shows some intriguing fumé-like notes on the nose, then delivers ripe melon and pear fruit on the palate. Finishes long.",Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Kabinett,25,90,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2009 Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2009-bernkasteler-alte-badstube-am-doctorberg-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 12,Sparkling,US,"This is a glamorous, fashionable wine that gives the pleasure you want in a bubbly. It's dryish and crisp, with doughy yeast, raspberry and lime flavors. A good price for a California sparkling wine of this quality.",Brut,26,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2007 Brut Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2007-brut-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Domaine Carneros 14.2,White,US,"Falcone wisely reins in the fruity richness and oak on this wine, allowing acidity and citrus flavors to star. That is a nod to Santa Barbara's cool-climate terroir, not winemaker interference. The wine is dry, crisp and minerally, with subtle lime, Meyer lemon and Asian pear flavors, with a hint of oak. A lovely restaurant wine at a fair price.",,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Falcone 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falcone-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Falcone ,Red,US,"A firm, full, distinctive Pinot Noir, from an organic vineyard in the Dundee Hills. Light fruit flavors of berry play second fiddle to notes of earth and clay, and drying tannins. The wine surprises with its length; it extends into a finish that continues to hold your attention and its focus, for a minute or more.",,28,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Thistle 2008 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thistle-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Thistle 13.5,Red,Italy,"A vein of pure elegance runs straight through this austere Taurasi and holds it together until the firm, tannic end. Along the way, it imparts tones of crushed black stone, resin, dark fruit, prune, cola and dark spice. Pair this wine with meat or aged cheese.",,,90,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Terredora 2004 Taurasi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2004-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2004,Terredora 14,Red,Italy,"This inky, thick and well- extracted wine (made from Casavecchia grapes) offers very pretty aromas of dark chocolate, prune, exotic spice and black jammy fruit. The tannins are soft and polished and the wine performs even better after a few minutes in the glass.",Centomoggia,58,90,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Terre del Principe 2007 Centomoggia Casavecchia (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-principe-2007-centomoggia-italian-red-casavecchia-terre-volturno/,Casavecchia,2007,Terre del Principe 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This is a very special, one-of-a-kind sparkling wine. Made in the metodo classico with indigenous Greco grapes (from the southern Italian region of Campania) the wine rests on the lees for 24 months to achieve extra richness and opulence on the nose and mouth. Ripe aromas of peach, melon and almond rise to the forefront.",DUBL Greco Brut Metodo Classico,45,90,Southern Italy,Campania,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2006 DUBL Greco Brut Metodo Classico Greco (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2006-dubl-greco-brut-metodo-classico-italian-white-greco-campania/,Greco,2006,Feudi di San Gregorio 14.2,Red,US,"A good Pinot Noir, lusty, dry and fruity, although it's a bit raw in youth. Shows rich cherry marmalade, cola, spice and sandalwood flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. The vineyard is not among the valley's best, but Siduri interprets it as well as anyone.",Keefer Ranch,50,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Siduri 2009 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2009-keefer-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Siduri 14.4,Red,US,"An eccentric wine. Rather heavy for a classic coastal Pinot Noir, yet not without charismatic charm. Shows rich, deep flavors of wild raspberries, toffee, vanilla bean and smoky wood. Gathers momentum and interest as it breathes in the glass. Could substitute for everything from Zinfandel to Grenache. Drink now.",Andromeda Devil's Gulch Ranch,45,90,California,North Coast,Marin County,Sean Thackrey 2008 Andromeda Devil's Gulch Ranch Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-2008-andromeda-devils-gulch-ranch-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sean Thackrey 13,White,Italy,"Gaudium is a radically unique expression of Fiano that might not appeal to everyone but that definitely shows careful craftsmanship and execution. The nose is redolent of crushed clove and exotic spice (aromas you'd almost expect to find in a red wine) closely followed by fresh melon, pear and peach.",Gaudium,,90,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,I Capitani 2009 Gaudium (Fiano di Avellino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-capitani-2009-gaudium-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2009,I Capitani 13,White,South Africa,"There's a definite oaky backdrop to this wine, adding spice and toast to the rich baked red apple, peach bit and brioche flavors. An orange blossom accent freshens up the rich flavors and the full but balanced mouth. The long finish is loaded with toasty hazelnut character.",The Eleanor,53,90,Stellenbosch,,,Hartenberg 2007 The Eleanor Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartenberg-2007-eleanor-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2007,Hartenberg 14.6,White,US,"Still acidic and steely in minerals at the age of nearly four years, this Chardonnay has an elegance that will appeal to sommeliers and foodies. It's a Chablis-style wine, bone dry and crisp, with tart lemon, lime and grapefruit flavors. Defines a leaner California style that is classically Santa Cruz Mountains.",,29,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Cinnabar 2007 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2007-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2007,Cinnabar ,Red,France,"89-91 Smooth, opulent with tannins firmly buried in the sweet acidity. Black plum juice flavors go with the ripe fruits and just a touch of spice.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Teyssier 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-teyssier-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Teyssier ,Red,France,"89-91 Solid, chunky wine, with a fine juicy element showing through in the aftertaste. It has weight, structure, a dense texture, and balance.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Poujeaux 2010 Barrel sample (Moulis-en-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-poujeaux-2010-barrel-sample-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Poujeaux 14.4,Red,US,"A delicious Grenache sourced from Mendocino's Eaglepoint Vineyards, a high-elevation, cool-climate site with a peppery opening note that extends itself through dense chewy tannins and the bright fruitiness and inviting aromatics we all love about Grenache. A very nice bottle of wine with great backbone and depth that should age another 5–10 years.",Terroir Select,26,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Stonehedge 2007 Terroir Select Grenache (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehedge-2007-terroir-select-grenache-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Grenache,2007,Stonehedge 9,White,Germany,"This kabinett possesses lovely balance, marrying sweet pineapple aspects with zesty citrus notes. The fruit is lush to the point of slightly covering the underlying minerality, but remains clean and racy on the finish.",Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett,22,90,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2009 Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2009-bernkasteler-badstube-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 14.9,Red,US,"This bottling is always silky and accessible on release, and so it is with the 2008. It's lighter in color than most of the top Pinots, but very complex, with wild berry, mushroom, cola and spice flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. Call it Burgundian. Lovely now as it warms in the glass, but will develop in the bottle.",Ryan,40,90,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2008 Ryan Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2008-ryan-pinot-noir-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Pinot Noir,2008,Calera ,Red,France,"89-91 Fine tannins, with plenty of juicy fruit. The wine has wonderful sweetness to go with the acidity.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Bellegrave 2010 Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bellegrave-2010-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bellegrave ,Red,France,"89-91 Firm and structured, plenty of bitter chocolate as well as sweet fruit. The wine is very dense, wearing its tannins on the surface. Power here, dark and firm.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Belgrave 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belgrave-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Belgrave 14,Red,Chile,"Displays a lot of Macul-driven eucalyptus on the nose, but also leather, licorice and herb aromas. The color is dark, and the structure and tannins are both firm. Tastes of powerful cassis and blackberry and shows concentration. Finishes thick, smooth and a touch syrupy. Drink now through 2014.",Lota,85,90,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2006 Lota Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2006-lota-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Cousiño-Macul 13,Red,France,"Always one of the leaders in the Premières Côtes, Château Carignan has produced a ripely juicy 2006. It is a wine that brings considerable weight, the dark fruits melding into tannins. It should age well over the next 5–6 years.",,24,90,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Carignan 2006 Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carignan-2006-red-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château Carignan ,Red,France,"89-91 A firm wine, with tight tannins, very structured, showing a mineral edge.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château La Grave à Pomerol 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grave-a-pomerol-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Grave à Pomerol ,Red,US,"This is a full-on strawberry extravaganza, loaded with fresh fruit flavors, flecks of peppery spice and tannins just hinting at bitterness. Aromas rush from the glass, a mélange of pepper and sassafras, cherry cola and moist earth. The mouthfeel is substantial, almost gritty—it has a rough and tumble feeling to the finish.",Red Hills Estate,85,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Archery Summit 2008 Red Hills Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-2008-red-hills-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Archery Summit 14,Red,Chile,"Lively, fresh and spicy, with deep cassis and berry aromas. The palate is a bit angular and bumpy in feel, but there's no issue with the wine's berry, cassis and lightly herbal flavors. Finishes long, with elegance and balance. Drink now through 2014.",Signature,30,90,Maipo Valley,,,Apaltagua 2008 Signature Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2008-signature-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Apaltagua ,Dessert,France,"89-91 Very aromatic, sweet wine, the palate suffused with acidity as well as dried apricots, fresh in character, the spicy element adding to the structure of the wine.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château de Fargues 2010 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fargues-2010-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château de Fargues ,Red,France,"89-91 A balanced wine, the fruit shining through the tannins. The wine has power, not excessive, with a jammy character and a light touch of final acidity.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larrivet-haut-brion-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Larrivet Haut-Brion 13.5,White,France,"Wood-aged wine that brings out layers of toast over the ripe peach and grapefruit fruit flavors. It is rich, full-in-the-mouth, spice and fruit given a good lift from acidity.",,,90,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Haut Bertinerie 2009 Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bertinerie-2009-white-cotes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Haut Bertinerie 13,Red,France,"Dense, slick and smooth, this is an immensely attractive wine. It has black berry juice flavors while power comes from the dense tannins that give shape to the fruit. Expect the wine to age well over 5–6 years.",,,90,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château du Plessis 2008 Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-plessis-2008-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château du Plessis 14.7,Red,US,"Rough-hewn and tannic in youth, this blend of one-third each Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot isn't showing much accessibility. It's astringently closed, but very ripe and sweet in blackberries, cherries and cedar. Give it five years in the cellar.",Terzetto,75,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Volker Eisele Family Estate 2007 Terzetto Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volker-eisele-family-estate-2007-terzetto-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Volker Eisele Family Estate 13.6,White,US,". A delightfully intriguing “White Burgundy” blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Meunier, the last an unexpected surprise, the fruit sourced from both the Sangiacomo and Yountmill vineyards. The wine is light and yet lush, with an inviting nose of sweet apricot and apple pie, and a roundness to the mouthfeel. This would pair nicely with a buttery halibut but also stand well on its own as an apéritif.",White Burgundy,29,90,California,North Coast,North Coast,Imagery 2009 White Burgundy White (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2009-white-burgundy-north-coast/,White Blend,2009,Imagery 13,White,Italy,"Cutizzi's bottle has been restyled with a single yellow polka dot that will really catch your eye. The wine is equally fetching to the senses thanks to its rich aromas of pear, peach and Golden Delicious apple. The soft creaminess to the mouthfeel begs for shrimp or shellfish.",Cutizzi,33,90,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2009 Cutizzi (Greco di Tufo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2009-cutizzi-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2009,Feudi di San Gregorio 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and earthy up front, with aromas of blackberry, hard spices and fresh tomato. The palate is jammy and deep, with brimming tannins supporting earthy, woodsy flavors of blackberry, moss and licorice. Flattens out somewhat on the finish, turning heavier and more rich. Drink over the next two years.",Elegance,62,90,Maipo Valley,,,Haras 2007 Elegance Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haras-2007-elegance-red-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2007,Haras 12,White,Germany,"Despite carrying 12% alcohol, this is a reasonably light-bodied wine, with intriguing passion fruit notes alongside apple, melon and pear. The midpalate is slightly creamy, the finish long, bringing with it hints of crushed stone and spice.",Herrenberg Alte Reben Trocken,42,90,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2009 Herrenberg Alte Reben Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2009-herrenberg-alte-reben-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Maximin Grünhäuser 8.5,White,Germany,"Nicely balanced and nicely priced, this is a medium-bodied kabinett that would make delicious summertime drinking. It shows hints of wet stone, but also layers of sweet apple, pear and lemon fruit, which ease into a long, harmoniously crisp and clean finish.",Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett,20,90,Mosel,,,Peter Nicolay 2009 Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2009-bernkasteler-badstube-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Peter Nicolay 14.7,Red,US,"A nice Merlot whose rich tannins and elegance mark its Napa origins. Although it finishes dry, it fills the mouth with ripe, sweet cherry, red currant, toast and caramel flavors. Needs lots of breathing to let it mellow.",,40,90,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Reynolds Family Winery 2007 Merlot (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reynolds-family-winery-2007-merlot-napa-stags-leap-district/,Merlot,2007,Reynolds Family Winery ,Red,France,"89-91 Tought initially, although the weight of fruit is all there. The dry core spreads outwards, giving a rich, textured feel. Very firm aftertaste.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Villegeorge 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-villegeorge-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Villegeorge ,Red,France,"89-91 Rich and spicy, the wine has ripe balanced fruit, lots of juiciness. A very Merlot, jammy character.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Lalande de Pomerol,,Château Siaurac 2010 Barrel sample (Lalande de Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siaurac-2010-barrel-sample-red-lalande-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Siaurac ,Red,France,"89-91 Balanced wine, its acidity marking the red berry fruits. It has a dry, tough core, while the fruit rolls easily through the structure.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Sénéjac 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-senejac-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Sénéjac 13.5,Red,US,"A dry, smooth Merlot that hews to the Clos du Val style of lean fruit. The cherry, mocha and cedar flavors have an edge of dried herbs and tobacco. Drink this elegant wine now and through 2014.",,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Clos du Val 14.2,Red,US,"The winery used to make an indifferent Pinot Noir from Carneros, but now they have some good fruit, and the improvement shows. The wine is delightful, with crisp acidity brightening very ripe flavors of raspberries, cola and black cherries, with lots of smoky oak. Drink this complex wine now and for the next few years. .",Doctor's Vineyard,40,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,V. Sattui 2009 Doctor's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2009-doctors-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,V. Sattui 14.4,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet, at a price that makes it a bargain. It's drinking really well now, with soft, dusty tannins and a rich edge of milk chocolate to the black cherry and cedar flavors. Feels vital and delicious and alive.",Usibelli Vineyard,30,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sanctuary 2008 Usibelli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanctuary-2008-usibelli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Sanctuary 14.1,Red,US,"This is a dark, inky Petite Sirah, dense in tannins and full-bodied. It basically takes command of the palate and puts up a wall of astringency. That's young Petite Sirah for you. Behind that wall are rich flavors of blackberries and currants, with a generous sweetness from toasty oak, and finished with a hit of acidity. You should cellar this wine for at least six years.",Amelia's Block,34,90,California,Napa,Calistoga,Shypoke 2008 Amelia's Block Petite Sirah (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shypoke-2008-amelias-block-petite-sirah-napa-calistoga/,Petite Sirah,2008,Shypoke 9,White,Germany,"Manfred Prüm's 2009 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett is a bit bigger than usual, and perhaps a bit drier as well at 9% abv, but it still displays hallmark notes of slate, lime and apple. Fruit, mineral and gingery spice notes linger on the finish.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett,37,90,Mosel,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2009 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2009-wehlener-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Joh. Jos. Prüm ,White,France,"89-91 Herbaceous and fresh, the wine has a grassy character with a citrus edge, spice and grapefruit. It is lively and refreshing.",Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Le Nardian 2010 Barrel sample (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-nardian-2010-barrel-sample-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Le Nardian 11,White,Germany,"This is the entry-level wine from the great Maximin Grünhäuser estate on the Ruwer. It's nearly dry in style, with hints of struck flint overlying concentrated passion fruit flavors. The slightly creamy midpalate brings the flavors seamlessly onto the lingering finish.",,25,88,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2009 Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2009-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Maximin Grünhäuser 14,Red,Greece,"Smoke, cinnamon, cherry and strawberry aromas start this impressive blend with style. On the palate, cinnamon, tobacco and black cherry flavors are balanced with a clean acidity and a touch of sweet spice. Overall, an integrated red with focus.",,79,88,Epanomi,,,Evangelo 2006 Red (Epanomi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evangelo-2006-red-epanomi/,Red Blend,2006,Evangelo 13,White,Chile,"Melony and tropical on the nose, which is standard for Chile. The palate is smooth and extended, with citrus and green melon flavors. Finishes juicy, citrusy and melony, with no shortage of fruit and not too much oak. Solid and enjoyable; drink as soon as possible.",Visión Block: Tío Leo Single Vineyard,15,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Cono Sur 2010 Visión Block: Tío Leo Single Vineyard Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2010-vision-block-tio-leo-single-vineyard-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Cono Sur 13,White,New Zealand,"Kumeu's entry-level Chardonnay shows less concentrated fruit and less oak influence than its big siblings, but nonetheless displays ample pineapple and pear fruit in a full-bodied format. The oak is barely noticeable, making the wine straightforward and easy to drink.",Village,20,88,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2008 Village Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2008-village-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,2008,Kumeu River 14.1,White,US,"A pretty, polished and food-friendly Sauvignon Blanc, dry and crisp in acidity. Shows rich, savory flavors of citrus fruits, vanilla bean, toast and cinnamon spice. Good price for a fancy wine like this.",,18,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Greenwood Ridge 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Greenwood Ridge 13,Red,Italy,"This is a very correct and straightforward Aglianico that delivers all the basic promises of the variety. There's firmness and deep structure here, but the wine is also flush with chewy fruit, tobacco, leather and dusty mineral tones on the close.",,,88,Southern Italy,Campania,,Mastroberardino 2008 Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2008-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,2008,Mastroberardino 15.4,Red,US,"Rich, dry and tannic, this Syrah has elaborate flavors of dried plums, blackberries, coffee, dark bitter chocolate and black pepper. It's a complex wine, compromised only by the heat of 15.4% alcohol.",Sextant Vineyard,36,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cinnabar 2008 Sextant Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2008-sextant-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Cinnabar 13,White,New Zealand,"This medium-bodied Sauvignon Blanc displays a range of flavors from nettles to citrus to honey while remaining essentially dry. The leafy notes really emerge on the finish, along with a chalky note.",,14,87,Nelson,,,Nelson Bay 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nelson-bay-2009-sauvignon-blanc-nelson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Nelson Bay 14.5,White,US,"Lots of crunchy acidity in this Chardonnay, and smoky oak too, with buttered toast and pineapple jam flavors. Tastes rich, clean, fine and opulent, in the California style. fine and opulent, in the California style.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Roth 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roth-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Roth 13,White,Italy,"Pear, Golden Delicious apple and cantaloup melon open the nose of this bigger style of Fiano di Avellino. The wine offers more density and girth in the mouth, and this translates into staying power and overall persistency.",,19,87,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Donnachiara 2009 Fiano di Avellino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnachiara-2009-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2009,Donnachiara 12.3,White,US,"Lots of crisp, jammy Meyer lemon, lime, vanilla, honey and creamy flavors in this Rhône-style blend. It's a little too sweet and forward, especially for the price.",Venus,45,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Donelan 2009 Venus Roussanne-Viognier (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donelan-2009-venus-rhone-style-white-blend-roussanne-viognier-sonoma-county/,Roussanne-Viognier,2009,Donelan 12.5,White,France,"With its layers of wood, the wine has weight. Herbaceous characters are mixed with ripe pear flavors. There is a good, tight final texture.",Thomas Barton Réserve,15,87,Bordeaux,Graves,,Barton & Guestier 2010 Thomas Barton Réserve (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2010-thomas-reserve-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Barton & Guestier 14,Red,US,"A bit rustic and rowdy, in the way of Malbec, with big, edgy tannins and a scour of acidity. Whatever elegance it lacks, it makes up for in the sheer power of its blackberry and coffee fruit flavors. Will probably age forever, gradually mellowing and sweetening, without ever showing much complexity.",,42,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Arrowood 2007 Malbec (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2007-malbec-sonoma-valley/,Malbec,2007,Arrowood 14.5,Red,Chile,"Sweet, jammy and friendly on the nose, with a bit of herbs, olive and leather. The palate is firm and healthy, with some oaky residue along with jammy, grainy blackberry, baked plum and bitter chocolate flavors. Sweet and chewy in terms of feel, with a nicely baked overall character.",,19,87,Aconcagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2009 Syrah (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-aconcagua-valley/,Syrah,2009,Arboleda 14.3,Red,US,"Made in a heavy, dense style, with extracted fruit flavors and lots of oak, this Cab is immediately flashy in chocolate, blackberry jam and toast. It delivers in richness, yet lacks a certain vitality. Drink now.",,27,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Charles Krug 13.3,Red,US,"This is Pinot on the edge of ripeness, with layers of herb and tomato leaf threaded in with tart wild berry fruit. The tannins are a little rough, but overall the balance is right and the wine does not overreach.",Ferris Wheel,,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Brandborg 2008 Ferris Wheel Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2008-ferris-wheel-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Brandborg 14,Red,Chile,"Nice aromas of floral berry, creamy vanilla and smoky spice work well. The palate is zesty, tight and forward, with saucy red berry flavors and olive. Long, zingy, zesty and saucy on the finish, with herbs, spice and chocolaty flavors. A nice and eager blend of 60% CS and 40% Syrah.",Aliwen Reserva,12,87,Rapel Valley,,,Undurraga 2009 Aliwen Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2009-aliwen-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2009,Undurraga 14.6,White,US,"Made in the modern way of very ripe fruit and lots of oak, this Chardonnay certainly delivers plenty of pineapple jam, tangerine, Meyer lemon tart, vanilla and buttered toast flavors. It's fortunately balanced with crisp acidity. Designed for the Chard crowd that likes this popular style.",San Saba Vineyard,49,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2008 San Saba Vineyard Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2008-san-saba-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2008,Wrath 13.5,White,US,"Packaged in an unusual plastic-style recyclable bag, with a seal you have to figure out how to open, this is a fine Sauvignon Blanc. At the equivalent of 10 bucks for a regular bottle, it's dry, crisp and fruity, with lime and gooseberry flavors. Delivers lots of bang for the buck.",,20,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Indulge 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indulge-2009-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Indulge 13,Red,Germany,"Huber's entry-level bottling comes across as somewhat conflicted in 2008, with aromas of mushrooms and twigs, but flavors more reminiscent of ripe cherries; plump and round in the mouth, but crisply acidic, almost zingy on the finish.",Malterdinger Trocken,50,87,Baden,,,Huber 2008 Malterdinger Trocken Pinot Noir (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2008-malterdinger-trocken-pinot-noir-baden/,Pinot Noir,2008,Huber 15,Red,South Africa,"Blackberry and cassis dominate the bouquet, with notes of coffee, sweet spice and savory herb adding complexity. Balanced and well structured with a medium-weight mouth and solid tannins. Grilled black plum flavors carry though on the finish. Drink now.",,32,87,Stellenbosch,,,Hartenberg 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartenberg-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Hartenberg 12.7,Red,US,"With alcohol at just 12.7%, this is one of several under-13% Pinots tasted recently that seem to be setting a new trend in Oregon. The elegance is welcome, and gives the flighty grape some room for nuance and even terroir. Light berry, watermelon, hints of earth and a fine balance make this an excellent quaffer.",,28,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2009 Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2009-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Del Rio 15.7,Red,US,"This unusual blend of Petite Sirah and Teroldego is very rich and ripe, brimming with blackberry, grilled mushrooms splashed with balsamic, cassis, pepper and cedar. It has lovely tannins, soft and refined. The only problem is excessive heat from high alcohol.",Sorcerer's Stone,45,87,California,California Other,California,Cinnabar 2008 Sorcerer's Stone Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2008-sorcerers-stone-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Cinnabar 13,White,Chile,"Light green aromas of melon and lime are nice, while the palate is solid and full of lime and pithy grapefruit flavors. Like many Chilean SBs, this is salinic, citrusy and pithy, but also round as well as clean. Drink right away.",Reserva,12,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Chilensis 2010 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilensis-2010-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Chilensis 14.5,White,Chile,"It's not easy distinguishing one Emiliana Chardonnay from the other; they're all more or less similar. Novas shows a touch of match stick and aromatic harshness, which is offset by softer melon and peach aromas. The palate is full and pulpy, with melony, obtuse flavors. Good for Chile, and decidedly not bitter or pithy",Novas Limited Selection,15,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Emiliana 2010 Novas Limited Selection Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2010-novas-limited-selection-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Emiliana 12,White,Italy,"A super Campania blend of Coda di Volpe, Fiano, Greco and Falanghina (basically all of the region's white indigenous grapes), Mastro is a fabulously crisp, cheerful and enjoyable wine. It drinks like a charm with a no-fuss, direct approach.",Mastro,,87,Southern Italy,Campania,,Mastroberardino 2009 Mastro White (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2009-mastro-white-campania/,White Blend,2009,Mastroberardino 14,White,New Zealand,"A decent value in New Zealand Pinot Gris, Roaring Meg's 2010 is eminently drinkable, balancing bright, vibrant passion fruit and nectarine flavors against hints of sugar and spice. It's off dry in style at 11 g/l residual sugar, giving it a little extra heft on the palate.",Roaring Meg,16,87,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2010 Roaring Meg Pinot Grigio (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2010-roaring-meg-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-otago/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Mt. Difficulty 14,Red,Chile,"Starts out a little sharp and heavy on the olive aromas, but it brings enough freshness to override any roasted, herbal qualities that come with the variety. The palate is big and chunky, with sweet, jammy black fruit flavors. Long, chocolaty and slightly herbal on the finish.",Reserva,16,87,Limarí Valley,,,Los Molles 2009 Reserva Syrah (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-molles-2009-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-limari-valley/,Syrah,2009,Los Molles 13,Red,Italy,"This is a hearty, meaty wine that opens with aromas of smoked bacon, mesquite and A1 Steak Sauce. It feels smooth, rich and ends with a touch of bitter cherry.",Vigna Pezza la Corte,,87,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Taburno,,Ocone 2004 Vigna Pezza la Corte (Aglianico del Taburno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ocone-2004-vigna-pezza-corte-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-taburno/,Aglianico,2004,Ocone 13,White,South Africa,"This wine is tart and mouthwatering with strong notes of green gooseberry, lemon supremes, hay and a touch of green banana rind throughout. Balanced but bracing with a lively citrus finish. Drink now.",,18,87,Elgin,,,Oak Valley 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-valley-2009-sauvignon-blanc-elgin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Oak Valley 13,Red,South Africa,"Sweet mocha and coffee notes overwhelm the bouquet of this Pinot, with red raspberry and cherry skin notes providing support. Lively acidity and a satiny texture fill the mouth, while white pepper spice lingers on the finish.",,40,87,Elgin,,,Oak Valley 2008 Pinot Noir (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-valley-2008-pinot-noir-elgin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Oak Valley 14,Red,Chile,"A nice Cabernet for everyday usage largely because it's balanced, mild and under total control. The nose is pure red fruits with a touch of leather, while the palate is snappy, alert and full of tight, almost narrow cherry flavors and fine tannins. Dry and light on the finish.",Urban Maule,13,87,Maule Valley,,,O. Fournier 2009 Urban Maule Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2009-urban-maule-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,O. Fournier 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Even at a considerable 15 g/l of residual sugar, this wine comes across as almost dry, thanks to its crisp acidity. Scents of petrichor, green apple and lime start things off, while those razor-sharp acids show up on the finish. Drink now.",,14,87,Nelson,,,Nelson Bay 2009 Riesling (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nelson-bay-2009-riesling-nelson/,Riesling,2009,Nelson Bay 13.5,White,Italy,"Caiatì is an interesting and unique expression of Pallagrello that does an excellent job of offering both aromatics and structure. Notes of melon, peach and apricot are followed by smooth creaminess and density.",Caiatì,,87,Southern Italy,Campania,,Fattoria Alois 2009 Caiatì Pallagrello (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-alois-2009-caiati-italian-white-pallagrello-campania/,Pallagrello,2009,Fattoria Alois 12.5,White,New Zealand,"A light- to medium-bodied Sauvignon, the 2009 Discovery is more delicate than many of its counterparts, with hints of stuck flint, accenting stone fruit and citrus flavors. Turns chalky and crisp on the finish. Drink now.",,15,87,East Coast,,,Discovery 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (East Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/discovery-2009-sauvignon-blanc-east-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Discovery 13.5,White,Greece,"This fuller-bodied Chardonnay offers aromas of pear and tropical fruit, followed by rich, round waves of apricot, pear and peach. Fresh but mouthfilling, it's a great everyday wine for fish or poultry dishes with a little more weight.",,44,87,Epanomi,,,Gerovassiliou 2009 Chardonnay (Epanomi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerovassiliou-2009-chardonnay-epanomi/,Chardonnay,2009,Gerovassiliou 14,Red,Chile,"Earthy and dry on the bouquet, but there's an appealing subtlety to the nose that works. The palate is snappy and edgy, with juicy, lightly herbal raspberry flavors. Finishes on the tight and light side, with a touch of green. Good wine but could use a boost of ripeness.",La Porfia Grand Reserve,21,87,Rapel Valley,,,Botalcura 2006 La Porfia Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botalcura-2006-porfia-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Botalcura 15.2,Red,US,"Rich and jammy in blackberry, black cherry and blueberry fruit, with a smoky overlay from oak. Some overripe notes show up in the finish. Drink this polished, spicy Zin now.",Oat Hill Estate,45,87,California,Napa,Calistoga,Zahtila 2007 Oat Hill Estate Zinfandel (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zahtila-2007-oat-hill-estate-zinfandel-napa-calistoga/,Zinfandel,2007,Zahtila 12,White,Germany,"A decent value in dry Riesling, this offering from the home estate of Valckenberg features scents of lime, clover blossom and petrichor (wet stones), then delivers bright citrusy-apple flavors. It's medium in body and broad in the mouth yet crisp at the same time, finishing with zesty acids. Drink now.",Dry,15,87,Rheinhessen,,,Weingut Liebfrauenstift 2009 Dry Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-liebfrauenstift-2009-dry-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Weingut Liebfrauenstift 14.5,Red,US,"Nice and dry, a full-bodied red wine whose dusty tannins and dried herb notes testify to its Alexander Valley terroir. Not a blockbuster, but rich enough in cherries and blackberries to satisfy. Now–2013.",Reserve,45,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Geyser Peak ,White,US,"This is a fruity, spicy style of Riesling. It rests solidly in the midpalate, with apple, pear and white peach fruit, plenty of natural acidity masking the residual sugar, and alcohol just over 12%.",,14,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2009 Riesling (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2009-riesling-southern-rogue-valley/,Riesling,2009,Foris 14.2,Red,US,"Tastes jammy and sharp, like a barrel sample, with acidic flavors of raspberries, black cherries and spices. The tannins are rich and smooth. A very good wine, but bristly and tough in youth. Give it a few years to mellow.",Scherrer Vineyard,27,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Greenwood Ridge 2008 Scherrer Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-2008-scherrer-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Greenwood Ridge 14.5,Red,Greece,"Chocolate-covered cherry and vanilla aromas are an alluring start to this sultry Merlot. On the palate, soft, integrated waves of black cherry, vanilla and balsamic are followed by a clean berry finish. A mellow sip with class.",,35,87,Pangeon,,,Estate Biblia Chora 2006 Merlot (Pangeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-biblia-chora-2006-merlot-pangeon/,Merlot,2006,Estate Biblia Chora 13.5,White,Chile,"Snappy, crisp and green on the nose, but well balanced and showing the good side of Chilean SB, which is oceanic, fresh, green and citrusy. Flavors of lime, grapefruit and passion fruit are true, while the finish is fruity at first before breaking up.",Estate Reserva,12,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2010 Estate Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2010-estate-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Errazuriz 15.2,Red,US,"This is a good, dry, spicy Cabernet. It shows the briary character of Dry Creek Valley, with flavors of wild berries and tobacco, and sandpapery tannins. Good price for a wine that gets better as it breathes in the glass.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pezzi King 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Pezzi King 14,Red,South Africa,"A tasty, value-priced organic red that's perfect for grilled meat entrées with notes of mulled spices and espresso among the black berry and plum fruit core. Black cherry skins flesh out the medium-weight mouth, with firm tannins providing a tight structure and lingering through the long finish. Drink now–2012.",Made With Organically Grown Grapes,10,87,Western Cape,,,Releaf 2009 Made With Organically Grown Grapes Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/releaf-2009-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-shiraz-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Shiraz,2009,Releaf 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Dried fruit aromas of red plum mix with spicy notes of licorice root and woody spice, while the mouth shows more high-toned red fruit flavors. The tannins are soft and approachable with a dusty finish. Drink now.",Renaissance,30,87,Wellington,,,Doolhof 2007 Renaissance Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doolhof-2007-renaissance-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-wellington/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2007,Doolhof ,Red,US,"As is often the case with Rogue Valley wines, the tannins are dominant and abrasive. But flavors are good, with a mix of graphite, olive, iron filings and coffee grounds—more than pure fruit. The tannins, acids and darker flavors rule, creating a wine with rigid structure and a tight, firm finish.",,28,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Del Rio 13,Red,Italy,"Herbal notes are intermingled with dark chocolate and blackberry to produce the intense, extracted nose on this southern Italian red wine. There's a touch of sourness on the close, backed by super tight tannins, that should relax with two or three more years of cellar aging.",Érre,,87,Southern Italy,Falerno del Massico,,Trabucco 2007 Érre Red (Falerno del Massico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trabucco-2007-erre-red-falerno-massico/,Red Blend,2007,Trabucco 13.5,White,South Africa,"Clean and to the point, the fresh grass notes ground the lively tart gooseberry and underripe mango flavors, keeping the mouth from feeling too crisp and lean. Refreshing and easy to drink; try with grilled spiced softshell crab.",Sutherland,15,87,Elgin,,,Thelema 2009 Sutherland Sauvignon Blanc (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2009-sutherland-sauvignon-blanc-elgin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Thelema 14.7,Red,US,"Dry, but with some overripe notes, this Cabernet has aromas and flavors of raisins, blackberries, cassis, dark chocolate and oak. The tannins are rich and smooth. Seems best now, after a decant.",Pool Block,55,87,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Steltzner 2007 Pool Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steltzner-2007-pool-block-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Steltzner 15,Red,US,"A rich, elegant and accessible blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre with well-ripened cherry, berry, currant, spice and cedar flavors. Showing its best now, so drink up.",Les 3 Cépages,40,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Koehler 2008 Les 3 Cépages G-S-M (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koehler-2008-3-cepages-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,G-S-M,2008,Koehler 13,Red,Italy,"This darkly colored Primitivo opens with sweet notes of Christmas spice, cinnamon, nutmeg, blackberry jam and plum cake. The wine is sticky and chewy on the close with sweet, succulent tannins.",,,87,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Masseria del Fauno 2010 Primitivo (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masseria-fauno-2010-zinfandel-primitivo-puglia/,Primitivo,2010,Masseria del Fauno 12,White,Italy,"The Greco Bianco grape (a native variety of Calabria in southern Italy) offers compelling aromas of pear, Golden Delicious apple and stone fruit. Librandi does a great job with this wine that shows density and creamy spice on the close. Pair it with white meat or fish.",,,87,Southern Italy,Cirò,,Librandi 2009 Cirò,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-2009-italian-white-greco-bianco-ciro/,Greco Bianco,2009,Librandi 14,Red,South Africa,"There's not a ton of assertive character to this wine aside from its gripping tannins and firm structure. The fruit is faint and shy, with notes of dark berries, black tea and licorice spice hiding in the background. Open well in advance, give it a good decant, or try cellaring for another couple of years before drinking.",,35,87,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Kanonkop 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanonkop-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kanonkop 15.2,Red,US,"Good price for a rich, textured Syrah. Shows delicious cherry, black raspberry, chocolate, anise, pepper and sandalwood flavors, wrapped into smooth tannins. Drink this soft, fruity Syrah now.",,16,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Krow Shore 2008 Syrah (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krow-shore-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Syrah,2008,Krow Shore 12.5,White,Italy,"Crisp and citrusy with supporting aromas of melon and peach, this is a very clean and well put together Falanghina. This luminous white would make a wonderful companion to light salad lunches or smoked salmon carpaccio.",,,87,Southern Italy,Sannio,,Mastroberardino 2009 Falanghina (Sannio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2009-italian-white-falanghina-sannio/,Falanghina,2009,Mastroberardino 12.5,Red,Italy,"This darkly concentrated Sangiovese from Puglia opens with ripe aromas of raspberry jam, maraschino cherry and sun-soaked lavender flower. There's a sweetness you'll identify on the finish that is enhanced by the wine's chewy texture.",,,87,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Masseria del Fauno 2010 Sangiovese (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masseria-fauno-2010-sangiovese-puglia/,Sangiovese,2010,Masseria del Fauno 13.5,White,Italy,"If you're itching to spend an afternoon sipping a cool Italian white by the pool or on your back porch with friends, here is your wine. Southern Italy's answer to quality Pinot Grigio, this luminous Greco offers aromas of pear and peach with a crisp, lemony finish.",Loggia della Serra,,87,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Terredora 2009 Loggia della Serra (Greco di Tufo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2009-loggia-della-serra-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2009,Terredora 13.5,White,Italy,"CampoRe opens with slightly oxidized (but not overwhelming) aromas of caramel and butterscotch followed by mature melon, apricot and dried almond. The wine tastes soft and slightly sweet with marzipan-like flavors on the close.",CampoRe,,87,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Terredora 2008 CampoRe (Fiano di Avellino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2008-campore-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2008,Terredora 13.5,White,Italy,"Fiano is a versatile grape that when executed in a fresh, easy style (as in this expression) makes a perfect companion to shellfish or seafood. Aromas include stone fruit, pink grapefruit and melon and there's a touch of heat or power on the close.",Tenute di Altavilla,,87,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Villa Matilde 2009 Tenute di Altavilla (Fiano di Avellino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2009-tenute-altavilla-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2009,Villa Matilde 14.5,White,US,"Loads of pineapple jam and roasted peach flavors in this rich, oaky Chardonnay. Nothing shy about its fruity power, with rich vanilla and caramel oak barrel influences. Could use greater complexity and nuance.",Maldonado Vineyard Dijon Clones,39,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Venge 2009 Maldonado Vineyard Dijon Clones Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venge-2009-maldonado-vineyard-dijon-clones-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Venge 13,White,South Africa,"An interesting wine, this blend offers a complex nose of ripe whole lychee and fresh pressed apple aromas countered by glimmers of beeswax and rose florals. More red apple unfolds in the round mouth, with a touch of sweet lime oil freshening up the finish.",Amalie,35,87,Western Cape,,,Solms-Delta 2009 Amalie Viognier-Grenache Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solms-delta-2009-amalie-white-blend-viognier-grenache-blanc-western-cape/,Viognier-Grenache Blanc,2009,Solms-Delta 14.3,Red,US,"Dry, tart and dependable, if not especially complex, a nice Pinot for drinking now. Dusty tannins frame fine flavors of sour cherry candy, raspberry jam, cola and sweet oak.",Bluffs,19,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pali 2009 Bluffs Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2009-bluffs-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Pali 14,White,South Africa,"This Chenin immediately draws you in with notes of baked apple, beeswax and softly toasted brioche. The rich, medium-weight mouth carries similar notes of spicy toast and ripe pear flavors. Full-flavored and easy to drink; enjoy now.",The Den,12,87,Coastal Region,,,Painted Wolf 2009 The Den Chenin Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/painted-wolf-2009-den-chenin-blanc-coastal-region/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Painted Wolf 14,Red,Chile,"Wiry on the nose, with herbal, punchy, slightly strained red fruit aromas that suggest rhubarb. The palate is amorphous and standard, with lightly baked, mildly stewy blackberry and herbal flavors. On the finish, it's pure tobacco, chocolate and coffee. Syrah, Carignan, Carmenère and Petit Verdot.",The Lost Barrel,25,87,Maule Valley,,,Oveja Negra 2008 The Lost Barrel Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oveja-negra-2008-lost-barrel-red-maule-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Oveja Negra 14.5,White,US,"A fine Sauvignon Blanc, ripe, dry and pure in pineapple, lime green apple and oak flavors. Feels a little sweet and simple in the finish, but a fancy, crisp wine.",Vittorio's Vineyard,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2009 Vittorio's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2009-vittorios-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,V. Sattui 13,Red,Italy,"Made with organically farmed Aglianico grapes, this single-vineyard expression spends nine months in oak to shape a dark, austere and smoky wine. It's not terribly complex or layered, but it does offer upfront blackberry and spice aromas over firm texture.",Vigna Pezza La Corte,24,87,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Taburno,,Ocone 2006 Vigna Pezza La Corte (Aglianico del Taburno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ocone-2006-vigna-pezza-corte-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-taburno/,Aglianico,2006,Ocone 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of smooth tannins and succulent raspberry, cherry, cocoa and cedar flavors in this dry Cabernet. It's a bit sharp, but will pair nicely with steaks and chops, and the price isn't bad.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Lake Sonoma 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Lake Sonoma 14.1,White,US,"Strong in fruit and powerful in oak, made in the popular California style. Impresses with pineapple jam, buttered popcorn and vanilla flavors, in a creamy texture. Needs greater complexity and nuance.",Reserve,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Koehler 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koehler-2009-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Koehler 13.5,White,New Zealand,"A medium-bodied Chardonnay with a slight lactic note to it, the 2008 Martinborough Vineyard Chardonnay is crisp and long on the finish, highlighting its flavors of vanilla and pineapple. Might improve with another year or two in the bottle.",,40,87,Martinborough,,,Martinborough Vineyard 2008 Chardonnay (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinborough-vineyard-2008-chardonnay-martinborough/,Chardonnay,2008,Martinborough Vineyard 12.5,White,Italy,"Mantonico is among the most cherished native grape varieties of southern Italy, and this luminous expression by celebrated Calabria producer Librandi offers an interesting mix of elegance and power. The wine boasts thick natural density and there's a bright note of zesty spice on the close.",Efeso,24,87,Southern Italy,Val di Neto,,Librandi 2009 Efeso Mantonico (Val di Neto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-2009-efeso-italian-white-mantonico-val-neto/,Mantonico,2009,Librandi 13.5,White,South Africa,"Bright and drinkable with easygoing green fig, underripe melon, herbs and sweet lemon drop flavors. Approachable and balanced with medium acidity and a crisp finish. Drink now.",,18,87,Elgin,,,Paul Cluver 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cluver-2010-sauvignon-blanc-elgin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Paul Cluver 14,Red,Greece,"This cheerful wine starts with a bright cherry and vanilla nose, followed by flavors of raspberry, strawberry, vanilla and smoke. Integrated and easy-drinking, it's a good go-to wine for everything from pizza to a more serious steak entrée.",Hedgehog Vineyard,24,87,Amyndeon,,,Alpha Estate 2008 Hedgehog Vineyard Xinomavro (Amyndeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-estate-2008-hedgehog-vineyard-greek-red-xinomavro-amyndeon/,Xinomavro,2008,Alpha Estate 14,Red,Greece,"A stately nose of black cherry, cocoa powder, black pepper and vanilla lead this impressive red from Amyndeon. On the palate, balanced elements of tobacco, cherry, black pepper and spice are both assertive and elegant. Integrated but with some power, this wine can age or be enjoyed now.",Reserve Vieilles Vignes,38,87,Amyndeon,,,Alpha Estate 2007 Reserve Vieilles Vignes Xinomavro (Amyndeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-estate-2007-reserve-vieilles-vignes-greek-red-xinomavro-amyndeon/,Xinomavro,2007,Alpha Estate 14,Red,Greece,"Plum, blackberry and earthy mushroom aromas lead here, followed by soft, balanced flavors of violet, plum and tobacco. Mellow and soulful, this wine will pair well with almost any meat-based dish.",Axia Syrah Xinomavro,20,87,Florina,,,Alpha Estate 2007 Axia Syrah Xinomavro Red (Florina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-estate-2007-axia-syrah-xinomavro-red-florina/,Red Blend,2007,Alpha Estate 14.8,Red,US,"Dark and heavy for a Pinot Noir, although it's certainly well made and delicious. Floods the mouth with cherry and raspberry pie-filling fruit, and the smoky, caramelized oak has a granola sweetness. Drink now.",,65,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Guarachi Family 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guarachi-family-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Guarachi Family 13.5,White,Chile,"This unoaked Chard is light and peachy on the nose, with apple aromas. It's a fruity, driving, almost grating wine with apple, white grape and melony flavors. Super fruity and zesty without the wood tempering, with a citric, lightly bitter and pithy finish.",Natura Un-oaked,11,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Emiliana 2010 Natura Un-oaked Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2010-natura-un-oaked-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Emiliana 12.5,White,Chile,"A glassy, crisp style of SB from Bío Bío in Chile's south. The nose is pungent and slick, while the palate has a smooth, tangy set of green fruit flavors like lime and apple. Reserved on the finish, with chiseled acids and fresh simplicity.",Eco Balance,9,87,Bío Bío Valley,,,Emiliana 2010 Eco Balance Sauvignon Blanc (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2010-eco-balance-sauvignon-blanc-bio-bio-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Emiliana 14,White,Chile,"Fleshy, melony and tropical smelling, with a bit of warm radiator dust. The palate is plump but maintains a level of freshness, zest and clarity. Tastes citrusy up front and then shows a softer, more melony side. Quite good for under $10.",Eco Balance,9,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Emiliana 2010 Eco Balance Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2010-eco-balance-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2010,Emiliana 13,Red,Germany,"The biggest difference between Huber's R bottlings and this Alte Reben (old vine) Pinot Noir is the crispness of this wine's acids. It still shows the complexity Huber builds in: an herbal tinge to the cherry fruit, hints of mushroom and coffee, it just comes across as a bit sharper and edgier. Drink now–2015.",Alte Reben Trocken,80,87,Baden,,,Huber 2007 Alte Reben Trocken Spätburgunder (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huber-2007-alte-reben-trocken-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-baden/,Spätburgunder,2007,Huber 14.5,White,Italy,"If you want to taste a new grape variety from southern Italy, Pallagrello is a very interesting choice. The wine is naturally high in alcohol so take care to pair it with rich, creamy or cheesy dishes to dampen the heat. Aromas include stone fruit, honey and bitter nut.",Acquavigna,16,87,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Fattoria Selvanova 2007 Acquavigna Pallagrello (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-selvanova-2007-acquavigna-italian-white-pallagrello-terre-volturno/,Pallagrello,2007,Fattoria Selvanova 14.2,White,US,"Shows the Farrell mark of elegance, with balanced ripeness and acidity. Bigtime flavors of pineapples and tangerines mingle with caramelized oak, with additional buttered toast and vanilla richness. A crowd-pleasing Chardonnay that shouldn't be consumed too cold.",Russian River Selection,32,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2008 Russian River Selection Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2008-russian-river-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Gary Farrell 14,Red,Chile,"An earthy, dense four-grape blend that issues floral, cherry aromas in front of a creamy, candied palate that sports generic but nice plum, berry and cherry flavors. A smooth wine but one without much complexity; seems to have lost some of its identity in the blending process.",Hacienda Araucano Clos de Lolol,23,87,Lolol Valley,,,François Lurton 2008 Hacienda Araucano Clos de Lolol Red (Lolol Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2008-hacienda-araucano-clos-lolol-red-lolol-valley/,Red Blend,2008,François Lurton ,Red,France,"A full, spicy wine, with weight from wood and attractive fruits. There is a touch of stalkiness here, a sign of the vintage, but the wine is maturing well in a food-friendly way.",,,87,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château Haut Ballet 2007 Fronsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-ballet-2007-merlot-fronsac/,Merlot,2007,Château Haut Ballet 13,Red,France,"From a tiny, seven-acre property in Saint-Estèphe, this is a Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated wine with black currant fruit and good, firm fruit tannins. There is a smoky wood element to balance the lively, youthful acidity.",,45,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Graves de Pez 2009 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-graves-pez-2009-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Graves de Pez ,Red,France,Tight acidity layers a wine that has freshness and a stalky character. Flavors of currants and acidity highlight its light fruitiness.,,,87,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Château de Villeneuve 2009 Saumur-Champigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-villeneuve-2009-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Château de Villeneuve 13,White,Chile,"Tropical fruits and a mix of grass and green herbs make for a nice bouquet. The palate on this Casablanca wine is juicy and round, not pointy, with citrus and nectarine flavors. Finishes with green apple tang; definitely gets the job done.",Visión,15,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Cono Sur 2010 Visión Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2010-vision-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Cono Sur 14.9,Red,US,"At the age of 5 1/2 years, this Cabernet is still very forward and sweet in blackberry, cherry, anise and cedar flavors. The tannins are rich and thick, in the way of mountain grapes. The wine tastes a bit one-dimensional, although it could be going through an awkward phase.",,44,87,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Cobblestone 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cobblestone-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Cobblestone 13.5,White,US,"Hard to say just why this Chard isn't better. It's nicely dry, with decent acidity, good oak and a mineral background to the citrus and peach flavors. There's just a heaviness that keeps the wine from getting airborne.",Reserve,45,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos du Val 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2008-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Clos du Val 13.5,Red,US,"Very dry and tannic. Treads the line between elegant and boring. Some good cherry and blackberry flavors erupt midpalate, but it's really a fairly lean, earthy Cabernet. The score reflects where it could end up in, say, eight years.",,35,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos du Val 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Clos du Val 14.9,Red,US,"A strong, bold young wine, with good varietal flavors of blackberries and black currants. It's hard in tannins now, and the oak hasn't been integrated even though the wine is nearing the five year mark. Somehow, it doesn't seem like a longterm ager, but it will benefit from a couple years in the bottle.",Unfiltered,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Barlow 2006 Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barlow-2006-unfiltered-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Barlow 12.5,Red,France,"With good density, this is a success for the vintage. It has ripe, smooth fruit, flavors of black berry, the tannins well integrated. Age for a year.",Thomas Barton Réserve,15,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Barton & Guestier 2007 Thomas Barton Réserve (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2007-thomas-reserve-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Barton & Guestier 14,Red,Chile,"A touch syrupy and saucy on first blush, with a full, healthy, ripe palate that's typically Chilean due to herb, berry and leather flavors. Sound, smooth and driven on the finish, with overall good vibrations for an organic wine.",Bio-Sur,14,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2009 Bio-Sur Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2009-bio-sur-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Caliterra 13,White,US,"Made in an off-dry, almost sweet style, this polished Riesling is marked first and foremost by ripe fruit. Green apples, tangerines, Key lime pie and golden mangoes flood the mouth, made bright and clean with citrusy acidity. The alcohol is a refreshingly low 13%.",,14,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Carmel Road 2009 Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-road-2009-riesling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Riesling,2009,Carmel Road ,White,US,"Organically grown and certified grapes from the estate vineyard craft this tart and spicy Chardonnay. A strong spice note—clove—sings out around bright, crisp, green apple fruit flavors. Tangy and tasty juice.",,18,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Thistle 2009 Chardonnay (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thistle-2009-chardonnay-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,Thistle 15,Dessert,Italy,"Air-dried Falanghina grapes are pressed to produce a golden-colored dessert wine with aromas of dried hay, honey, almond, apricot and even a touch of fresh celery that lends a zesty, green accent. The finish is dominated by rich flavors of dried apple.",Passito 375ml,25,88,Southern Italy,Beneventano,,Terra di Briganti 2008 Passito 375ml Falanghina (Beneventano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-briganti-2008-passito-375ml-italian-white-falanghina-beneventano/,Falanghina,2008,Terra di Briganti 14.2,White,US,"A pleasantly rich Chardonnay, brimming with white peach, pineapple, lemon tart and buttered toast flavors. Gets better as it breathes in the glass. Drink now.",Alder Springs Vineyard,49,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Tayson Pierce 2008 Alder Springs Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tayson-pierce-2008-alder-springs-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2008,Tayson Pierce 9,White,Germany,"Focused and pure, with delicate lime and green apple shadings that come together in a yin-yang of tart and sweet to represent the essence of the Mosel kabinett style. Crisp and refreshing, this is an easy-drinking wine that seems destined to be consumed over the next few years.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett,21,88,Mosel,,,Studert-Prüm 2009 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/studert-prum-2009-wehlener-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Studert-Prüm 13.5,White,Greece,"A nose of peach, nutmeg, toasted nut and honey leads this Viognier from Splitsa. On the palate, smooth waves of white fruit, orange blossom and honey are expressive but refreshing, thanks to the balanced acidity. A fun wine with class.",Eclectique Spilitsa,40,88,Peloponnese,,,Skouras 2009 Eclectique Spilitsa Viognier (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2009-eclectique-spilitsa-viognier-peloponnese/,Viognier,2009,Skouras 13.5,White,Italy,"Only produced in the best vintages, Caracci is a beautifully golden colored wine that opens with very immediate aromas of dried fruit or apricot, lemon zest, honeysuckle and almond paste. It feels crisp, direct and fresh on the close.",Caracci,,88,Southern Italy,Falerno del Massico,,Villa Matilde 2007 Caracci White (Falerno del Massico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2007-caracci-white-falerno-massico/,White Blend,2007,Villa Matilde 13.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of Aglianico and Piedirosso, Falerno is one of civilization's oldest wines (its history spans back to ancient Rome). This expression delivers mature aromas of blackberry jam and exotic spice. There's a creamy fullness to the mouthfeel that is capped by tannic firmness.",,,88,Southern Italy,Falerno del Massico,,Villa Matilde 2006 Red (Falerno del Massico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2006-red-falerno-massico/,Red Blend,2006,Villa Matilde 13.7,Red,US,"Not clear that Cab Franc deserves a bottling on its own, as it's better as a blending wine. That said, this is a pretty, polished red wine, full-bodied and dry in cherry, spice and oak flavors. Drink now and over the next five years.",Estate,60,88,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2008 Estate Cabernet Franc (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2008-estate-cabernet-franc-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Reverie 12.5,White,Germany,"The von Kesselstatt estate released four GG bottlings in 2009, and this wine was perhaps the least of them. It's very good nonetheless, with fresh, slightly floral aromas and bold flavors of baked apple and orange zest. There's a chunkiness in the mouth and a slight coarseness of texture compared to the others, but that's splitting hairs.",Kaseler Nies'chen Trocken GG,49,88,Mosel,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2009 Kaseler Nies'chen Trocken GG Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2009-kaseler-nieschen-trocken-gg-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 13.6,Red,US,"An elegant wine, with moderate 13.6% alcohol, brambly berry fruit, and a wash of finishing acidity. The restrained (30%) new French oak can be sensed in the lightly chocolaty finish. It's nice to be able to call an Oregon Pinot charming, as this one is, rather than volcanic.",Eola-Amity Hills Select,52,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Torii Mor 2008 Eola-Amity Hills Select Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2008-eola-amity-hills-select-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Torii Mor 13,White,South Africa,"So fresh and balanced, there's structured mineral-driven support to the red apple, juicy lemon and sweet spice flavors. Medium weight, the ripe mouth is coupled with great acidity to cut through any flab. A soft toastiness kicks up the finish.",Isabella,25,88,Stellenbosch,,,Muratie 2009 Isabella Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muratie-2009-isabella-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2009,Muratie ,Red,US,"Great price for a Syrah this good, from this esteemed producer. While it doesn't have the complexity of Novy's single-vineyard Syrahs, it's drily elegant, with complex blackberry, cola, herb and pepper flavors that shift in the glass as the wine airs. Drink now.",,19,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Novy 2009 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2009,Novy 12,Sparkling,US,"A vibrant, useful rosé sparkling wine, full-bodied and rich. Crisp acidity brightens flamboyant flavors of raspberries, cherries, yeast and vanilla. Drink this dry bubbly now.",Cuvee de la Pompadour,36,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros NV Cuvee de la Pompadour Sparkling (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-nv-cuvee-pompadour-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Carneros 14,Red,South Africa,"Despite the age, this Bordeaux-style blend is still a bit closed with muted aromas of waxy black fruit, tea leaves and cigar box spice. The crushed velvet-textured mouth offers a tightly structured backbone to the black berry and plum flavors. 2,700 cases imported.",Grand Classique,20,88,Paarl,,,Glen Carlou 2006 Grand Classique Red (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-carlou-2006-grand-classique-red-paarl/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Glen Carlou 12.5,Rose,France,"The crispness and acidity are very evident in this bright, fresh, strawberry-flavored wine. Drink soon for its delicious liveliness.",Les Belles Vignes Rosé,26,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Fournier Père et Fils 2009 Les Belles Vignes Rosé Pinot Noir (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2009-belles-vignes-rose-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2009,Fournier Père et Fils ,White,US,"Almost searingly tart, with a mix of orange and lemon juice flavors. Some rose water and lychee notes come in, but this is the rare Gewürztraminer that could be a good fit for fresh oysters. Good length and persistent, clean fruit flavors.",,12,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2008 Gewürztraminer (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2008-gewurztraminer-southern-rogue-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Foris 14,White,New Zealand,"This is a fine, easy-to-drink Chardonnay. Subtle toast and cinnamon shadings accent melon and citrus fruit, and the wine is full bodied yet remains crisp through the slightly oaky finish.",,42,88,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2007 Chardonnay (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2007-chardonnay-central-otago/,Chardonnay,2007,Felton Road 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Here's a lively and juicy Pinotage that's laced with bramble and savory herbs thoughout the dark fruit core. A coffee caramel drizzle sweetens up the long finish, and the structure is firm but approachable now.",Dark Lady of the Labyrinth,19,88,Wellington,,,Doolhof 2009 Dark Lady of the Labyrinth Pinotage (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doolhof-2009-dark-lady-labyrinth-pinotage-wellington/,Pinotage,2009,Doolhof 13.5,Red,Italy,"Dark and concentrated in appearance, this hearty Aglianico opens with tones of spice and smoked bacon backed by black fruit, tobacco and dark leather. The overall package is very enticing and that wine is softer and smoother than most other expressions of this firmly tannic grape.",,22,88,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Donnachiara 2007 Aglianico (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnachiara-2007-italian-red-aglianico-irpinia/,Aglianico,2007,Donnachiara ,White,France,"Still very herbaceous, this Sauvignon Blanc-dominated wine is ripe, full of melon and peach flavors, with an attractive zesty character. There's enough structure for 2–3 years' aging.",Cru Réserve,,88,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Bertinerie 2008 Cru Réserve (Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bertinerie-2008-cru-reserve-white-cotes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Bertinerie 13,Red,France,"A little rough around the edges, this wine still has some attractive black berry and damson flavors and shows acidity and a texture of dry tannins. For medium-term aging.",,,88,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fourcas Dupré 2007 Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fourcas-dupre-2007-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Fourcas Dupré ,Red,France,"87-89 Firmly structured, dense tannins and wood, leaving the fruit behind. Extraction is a problem here.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Chateau Desmirail 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-desmirail-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Chateau Desmirail 13.5,Red,Italy,Pinot Nero (or Blauburgunder as the Italian-German label reads) from the bicultural and bilingual Alto Adige region of northern Italy exhibits some of its finest and most elegant characteristics here. This bottle opens with delicate embroidery of tiny berry nuances followed by beautiful freshness and persistence in the mouth.,,,88,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2009 Pinot Nero (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2009-pinot-noir-nero-alto-adige/,Pinot Nero,2009,Cantina Terlano 14,Red,US,"Churchill makes Pinots in a lighter-bodied style, but they're still elegant and complex. This translucent wine is silky in the mouth, and the raspberry, cherry, and cola flavors are enhanced with brisk acidity. Best Now–2014.",Two Vineyard Blend,45,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Churchill Cellars 2008 Two Vineyard Blend Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchill-cellars-2008-two-vineyard-blend-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Churchill Cellars 13,White,Chile,"Pure grapefruit and other citrus fruits make for an inviting bouquet. The palate is pure, round, fresh and full of green melon, citrus and passion fruit flavors. Overall this is ripe but properly green, with a hint of pithy lime and mineral on the finish.",Reserva,13,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Chilcas 2010 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2010-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Chilcas ,Dessert,France,"87-89 A wine that is all structure, with very little fruit. It has a hard, metallic edge.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Barsac,,Château Suau 2010 Barrel sample (Barsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-suau-2010-barrel-sample-white-barsac/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Suau ,Red,US,"This grape is most commonly associated with Champagne, though David Lett established it as a varietal wine at Eyrie decades ago. From a young vineyard, this is deceptively light in the glass, yet the wine has grip and the flavors have follow-through. Spice, pomegranate, wild berry—all in a surprisingly lengthy wine whose flavors linger generously.",,26,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amalie Robert 2009 Pinot Meunier (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalie-robert-2009-other-red-pinot-meunier-willamette-valley/,Pinot Meunier,2009,Amalie Robert 13.5,Red,Italy,"Lagrein is a unique indigenous grape from northern Italy that offers plump, fruit-forward aromas and smooth richness in the mouth. This expression delivers all that within a very elegant and pristine context. Pair this wine with bean and barely soup or veal stew.",Lindenburg,40,88,,Alto Adige,,Alois Lageder 2005 Lindenburg Lagrein (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-2005-lindenburg-italian-red-lagrein-alto-adige/,Lagrein,2005,Alois Lageder 14.5,Red,US,"Pretty good price for a Napa Cabernet as elegant as this. It's a polished wine for drinking now. Shows smooth, refined tannins, with interesting flavors of blackberries, red plums, red currants, tobacco and dusty spices. Easy to find, with 15,000 cases produced.",,25,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Buehler 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buehler-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Buehler 14,Red,South Africa,"Also known as a Cape Blend, this mix of 46% Pinotage, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot and 6% Cabernet Franc is an easy-drinking, youthful wine with fresh but rich fruit flavors of red plum and cherry backed by rose hip and hibiscus floral accents. Structured tannins remain through the close, with a subtle smokiness unfolding on the end.",Kadette,15,88,Stellenbosch,,,Kanonkop 2009 Kadette Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanonkop-2009-kadette-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2009,Kanonkop ,Red,France,"87-89 The wine is out of focus, with fruit lost in a structure that hasn't come together. It has weight and acidity, plum fruits showing slowly.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Picque Caillou 2010 Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-picque-caillou-2010-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Picque Caillou ,Red,France,"87-89 Smooth, poiished new wood along with sweet, soft tannins. A velvet textured, smoky wine.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château la Tour de By 2010 Barrel sample (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-by-2010-barrel-sample-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Tour de By ,Red,France,"87-89 Lovely weight and fruit with freshness and acidity. A very attractive wine with blackberry fruits, dusty tannins. Almost opulent.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château La Serre 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-serre-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château La Serre 14,White,Italy,"Light and luminous with bright aromas of yellow flower, peach and exotic fruit, this is a beautiful and powerful expression of Pecorino. This native grape of central Italy is coming up in the world of indigenous wines and offers a new experience for those seeking the offbeat.",,,88,Central Italy,Umbria,,Cantina Novelli 2009 Pecorino (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-novelli-2009-italian-white-pecorino-umbria/,Pecorino,2009,Cantina Novelli ,Dessert,France,"87-89 The wine tastes light, with a hard edged mineral character, the richness still a distance away.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Filhot 2010 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-filhot-2010-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Filhot ,White,France,"87-89 Soft wine, its acidity light. Pineapple and green apple flavors, with hints of wood.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Graves,,Château Ferrande 2010 Barrel sample (Graves),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ferrande-2010-barrel-sample-white-graves/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Ferrande 13.5,Red,France,"A ripe, smoky wine, full of sweet black currant fruits and stalky tannins. The wine is juicy, fruity, cut with acidity and with a dry core of tight tannins. It shows the beginnings of maturity.",,,88,Bordeaux,Côtes de Castillon,,Château de Fontenay 2005 Côtes de Castillon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontenay-2005-red-cotes-castillon/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château de Fontenay 13,White,New Zealand,"Pungent and nettle-y, but those elements are nicely counterbalanced by a medium-bodied core of pineapple and fig. Finishes pleasantly soft; easy to drink.",,18,88,Martinborough,,,Palliser Estate 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palliser-estate-2009-sauvignon-blanc-martinborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Palliser Estate 12.5,White,Chile,"Clear, breezey tangerine and grapefruit aromas roll out the red carpet on this crisp, citrusy SB that pours on the green fruit and scallion flavors. The palate is both round and crisp, and the finish is long and juicy. For fresh, citrusy, varietally correct Sauvignon Blanc, it's hard to do better.",,12,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Peñalolen 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penalolen-2010-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Peñalolen ,White,US,"Estate-grown and fruit-driven, this lush, pear-flavored Pinot Gris is dotted with pretty cinnamon and allspice highlights. Forward and nicely balanced, it has the texture and weight to handle rich sauces, much like a big Chardonnay, but without all the new oak.",,16,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2009 Pinot Gris (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Melrose 12.5,White,Italy,"This is a crisp, tonic and steely expression of Fiano that offers an incredibly focused and sharp bouquet of white rose, crushed mineral and stone fruit. The wine's precise personality is what makes it so appropriate to pair with summer pasta or seafood.",,,88,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Mastroberardino 2009 Fiano di Avellino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2009-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2009,Mastroberardino ,Red,US,"Luisa Ponzi does such an excellent job with her top of the line Pinots that it is no surprise that this entry-level bottle really shines. Immaculate fruit, polished tannins, a vivacious, fruit-laden mouthfeel, all combine into a wine that has both suppleness and varietal power. It does not have the density of the pricier siblings, but it makes up for it with food-friendly acidity.",Tavola,25,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2009 Tavola Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2009-tavola-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Ponzi 13,White,Chile,"Lime, mineral and green herbs combine to create a nice aromatic opening. The palate is juicy and healthy, with flavors of jalapeño, lime and green apple. Finishes solid and quite long for a basic SB. Well made and tasty.",Classic Series,12,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Montes 2010 Classic Series Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2010-classic-series-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Montes 13.5,White,South Africa,"The prickly mouth and forward acidity makes this a live-wire choice that would be a great companion to a rich chicken dish or cream of asparagus soup. Fresh- cut grass, soft chive and watermelon rind all occasionally shine through the citrus-dominant nose and mouth. Drink now.",,18,88,Groenekloof,,,Neil Ellis 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Groenekloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2009-sauvignon-blanc-groenekloof/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Neil Ellis 14,Red,South Africa,"The Caracal (an African lynx breeding on the estate) is a spicy, dried-fruit driven wine that's ready to drink now. Notes of black berry dust, animal hide, cigar tobacco and licorice root fill the nose and velvety mouth, while a good amount of woody spice lingers on the close.",The Short Story Collection - The Caracal,25,88,Stellenbosch,,,Neethlingshof 2005 The Short Story Collection - The Caracal Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neethlingshof-2005-short-story-collection-caracal-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Neethlingshof 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Guests of Castello Banfi in Tuscany on a hot summer day are sometimes greeted with a glass of this classic method sparkling wine. If ever there was a perfect pairing of wine to place, this lighthearted, fresh and smooth sparkler would be it.",Brut,,88,Italy Other,Italy,,Banfi NV Brut Sparkling (Italy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-nv-brut-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Banfi ,Red,US,"Impressively dark and showing the meaty andpeppery character of the grape, this Willamette Valley Syrah makes a good ¬argument for the viability of the grape up north. It emphasizes the flavors that are lost in a hotter climate—pepper, herb, tart berry, and juicy acidity. With alcohol at 12.3%, this sets a new standard for domestic, Euro-style Syrah.",Satisfaction,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amalie Robert 2008 Satisfaction Syrah (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalie-robert-2008-satisfaction-shiraz-syrah-syrah-willamette-valley/,Syrah,2008,Amalie Robert 14.5,Red,Greece,"Black cherry, vanilla and cedar on the nose of this confident blend are followed by refreshing, spicy flavors of plum, blackberry, cinnamon and cedar. This wine has a kick to it but the fruit's deep softness balances it out. A go-to red with true class.",,36,88,Florina,,,Alpha Estate 2007 Red (Florina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-estate-2007-red-florina/,Red Blend,2007,Alpha Estate 13,Red,Italy,"Behind those characteristic aromas of black stone, resin and tar, this hearty Taurasi delivers a touch of raw fruit or black cherry. Some muddled spice notes appear and the wine delivers more used leather and dried tobacco on the close.",,30,88,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,La Casa Dell'Orco 2005 Taurasi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-dellorco-2005-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2005,La Casa Dell'Orco 14,Red,Italy,"This is a unique wine from an area of Italy that rarely does blended varieties. The grapes used here are Aglianico, Piedirosso and Sangiovese and the aromas include soy sauce, cola, root beer and barbecue sauce. A little strange and probably not for everyone.",Emè,,88,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,I Capitani 2007 Emè Red (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-capitani-2007-eme-red-irpinia/,Red Blend,2007,I Capitani 13,Red,Italy,"Ritratti Pinot Nero is a flush and pristine expression of this exceptional grape from northern Italy that opens with tight berry, raspberry and floral aromas. The wine tastes crisp, tight and closes with a fine, polished feel.",Ritratti,,88,,Trentino,,La Vis 2007 Ritratti Pinot Nero (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vis-2007-ritratti-pinot-noir-nero-trentino/,Pinot Nero,2007,La Vis 14.1,Red,US,"The vineyard is in a warmer part of the valley, and the wine is a bit rustic, lacking some delicacy. But it has deeply delicious raspberry and cherry pie filling flavors, with earth and licorice notes elaborated by smoky oak. Give it a good, long decant.",Bacigalupi Vineyard,50,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Tudal 2009 Bacigalupi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudal-2009-bacigalupi-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Tudal 14.1,Red,US,"Shows some pretty good acids and tannins, which makes the wine feel juicy and brisk in candied blackberry and cherry fruit. Finishes almost sweet, but not quite, with the tannins closing in and drying things out. The impression is of an immature wine, not showing well now. Give it 5–6 years in the cellar.",Clift Vineyard,50,88,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Tudal 2008 Clift Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tudal-2008-clift-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Tudal 14.5,Red,US,"Some Sonoma Coast Pinots are dark, heavy and dense, and this is one of them. It's so rich and full-bodied in black cherry, raspberry and currant fruit, it's almost like a Rhône wine. Defines a certain style, and delicious at that, but not likely to age, so drink now.",,27,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Roth 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roth-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Roth 13,White,Chile,"Although it's standard in many ways, sometimes regularity done right works. In this case, the wine brings tropical aromas along with saline and green herbs. In the mouth, it's fresh and briney, with tropical fruit, citrus and green notes. Tangy and pure; nice for the price.",Clava Coastal Reserve,10,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Quintay 2010 Clava Coastal Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintay-2010-clava-coastal-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Quintay 14.9,Red,US,"A nice dusty Zinfandel from Sobon's Cougar Hill, with spicy, pepper and cedar elements rounding out the prominent blackberry. A deeply concentrated wine that would be great with barbecue.",Cougar Hill,17,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2008 Cougar Hill Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2008-cougar-hill-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Sobon Estate 14,Red,Chile,"Nice and ripe, with light whiffs of olive and herbs and strong berry fruit aromas. The palate is pure Maipo, meaning it blends herbal notes with black fruits, especially cassis. Firm in structure, stout on the finish, and ends with a hint of chocolate.",Reserva,12,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2008 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2008-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Santa Rita 14,Red,Chile,"Black olive and lightly baked berry and cassis aromas honestly reflect the wine's Cauquenes old-vines roots. The mouth is tight, granular and jammy, with bold flavors of raisin, plum and berry. This is pretty rich and red-fruited, with a sweet side and controlled medicinal touches.",Dry Farming Specialties,15,88,Cauquenes Valley,,,Santa Carolina 2008 Dry Farming Specialties Carignan (Cauquenes Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-2008-dry-farming-specialties-carignan-cauquenes-valley/,Carignan,2008,Santa Carolina 13,White,Italy,"This is a full, generous and round expression of Greco that lingers long on the palate thanks to its yellow fruit, rose, almond, melon and apricot characteristics. It shows good density, persistency and a touch of piquant spice on the close.",,19,88,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Donnachiara 2009 Greco di Tufo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnachiara-2009-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2009,Donnachiara 14,White,South Africa,"Apple, pear and nectarine fruit scents lead the nose of this wine, with a touch of raw almond contributing a gentle nutty accent. Medium weight with great vibrancy and freshness, a lively sweet citrus core lifts the palate and remains through the close.",,16,88,Paarl,,,Glen Carlou 2009 Chardonnay (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-carlou-2009-chardonnay-paarl/,Chardonnay,2009,Glen Carlou 14,Red,South Africa,"Despite the name, purchasing this wine is definitely not a giant mistake. For the price, this red blend offers loads of rich berry preserve flavors matched assertively with coffee, chocolate and caramel accents. The palate is smooth but the tannins hang on firmly through the close.",,20,88,Coastal Region,,,Giant Mistake 2008 Red (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giant-mistake-2008-red-coastal-region/,Red Blend,2008,Giant Mistake 13,White,Italy,"Here's a confident and pristine expression of Fiano that bursts open with aromas of pear, white melon, acacia flower and honeysuckle. Those fruit and flower flavors build cheerful accents over an otherwise dry and polished mouthfeel.",,22,88,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2009 Fiano di Avellino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2009-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2009,Feudi di San Gregorio 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Made with Italy's popular and historic Falanghina grape and aged on the lees for 14 months, this classic method sparkling wine represents a new turn for southern Italian winemaking that has traditionally shown little interest in bubbles. The results here are promising, with fresh tones of field flower and stone fruit that would pair perfectly with appetizers.",DUBL Falanghina Brut Metodo Classico,40,88,Southern Italy,Campania,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2006 DUBL Falanghina Brut Metodo Classico Falanghina (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2006-dubl-falanghina-brut-metodo-classico-italian-white-falanghina-campania/,Falanghina,2006,Feudi di San Gregorio 13,Red,Italy,"This solidly tannic expression of Pallagrello opens with aromas of chocolate, dark spice and mature fruit. The harshness of the structure needs to be offset by creamy or fatty foods that will soften the variety's natural astringency.",Cunto,,88,Southern Italy,Campania,,Fattoria Alois 2008 Cunto Pallagrello (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-alois-2008-cunto-italian-white-pallagrello-campania/,Pallagrello,2008,Fattoria Alois 14,Red,Italy,"This Riserva blend of Barbera and Bonarda offers loads of bright fruit with layers of white cherry, cassis, crushed peppercorn and dried violets. There is a sour point on the close that suggests a pairing with a cream or cheese-based dish.",Romeo Riserva,38,88,Central Italy,Gutturnio Colli Piacentini,,Castello di Luzzano 2006 Romeo Riserva (Gutturnio Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-luzzano-2006-romeo-riserva-red-gutturnio-colli-piacentini/,Red Blend,2006,Castello di Luzzano 14.5,Red,US,"Young, fresh and vibrant, Just what you'd want a generic Santa Lucia Pinot to be, with full-bodied tannins and potent cherry, currant, mushu plum sauce and dusty spice flavors. Drink this dry wine now.",,29,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Siduri 13,White,South Africa,"Fresh but full with ripe flavors of kiwi and Key lime citrus accented by savory herbs on the palate. Balanced, with bracing acidity and a lingering finish accented by notes of white peach. A nice choice for poached halibut. 300 cases imported.",,30,88,Elgin,,,Shannon 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shannon-2009-sauvignon-blanc-elgin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Shannon ,White,Germany,"This crisp, easy-drinking entry-level Riesling from the Peter Nicolay estate represents a good buy. It's plump, with a nice balance of sweet and tart ripe apples and zesty limes that provide great refreshment value.",,16,88,Mosel,,,Peter Nicolay 2009 Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2009-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Peter Nicolay ,White,France,"This has some weight as well as acidity, showing just a touch of prickle on the tongue. Zesty and tangy.",La Grande Réserve du Moulin Sur Lie,,88,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Gadais Père et Fils 2009 La Grande Réserve du Moulin Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gadais-pere-fils-2009-grande-reserve-moulin-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2009,Gadais Père et Fils 14.5,Red,Chile,"A little oaky and leathery at first, but as a whole this wine sings a nice song. The palate is firm and structured, with a lot of forward oak as well as juicy wild blackberry flavors. Lightly roasted and salinic on the finish, with length.",Vernus,17,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Helena 2008 Vernus Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-helena-2008-vernus-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2008,Santa Helena ,Red,US,"Immature now, with sweet, jammy blackberry, cassis and charred oak flavors, wrapped into firm, hard tannins. Tastes almost rustic, but there's pedigree in there. Give it a few years and see what happens.",,55,88,California,Napa,St. Helena,Salvestrin 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvestrin-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Salvestrin 14.4,Red,US,"A very rich, ripe Cabernet, expressive in black cherry, mocha, cola, sweet herb and cedar flavors. It's a little young, so give it 3–4 years in the bottle, but this is not a wine to age for a long time.",,36,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Joseph Family 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-family-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Joseph Family 15.5,Red,US,"Deliciously ripe, jammy cherry, raspberry and cola fruit star on this dry wine, with a sweet edge of smoky oak. The all-important tannins are smooth and refined. But there's a hit of heat from high alcohol that makes the finish hot. The official alcohol on this '08 is far higher than it was on the fabulous 2007 bottling.",Estate,38,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Zotovich Cellars 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zotovich-cellars-2008-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Zotovich Cellars ,White,US,"Exotic, with tropical fruit, orange, peach, white flower, roasted marshmallow and spice flavors. Doesn't really taste like Chardonnay, more like Roussanne. The structure is a bit soft, but it's an interesting wine.",,75,88,California,Napa,Rutherford,Staglin 2008 Chardonnay (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staglin-2008-chardonnay-napa-rutherford/,Chardonnay,2008,Staglin ,Red,France,"87-89 A delicious spicy wine, keeping the freshness and acidity in a red fruit style. The spice from the wood is too defined.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Bourgneuf 2010 Barrel sample (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bourgneuf-2010-barrel-sample-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Bourgneuf 13.8,Red,Chile,"A serious, fairly rich wine with grippy tannins and typical Maipo aromas of herbs, tobacco and olive that meet at eucalyptus. Hails from low-production old vines in Macul and Buin; the wine is round and full in the mouth, with lightly roasted berry flavors and touches of sweet caramel and chocolate on the finish.",Finis Terrae,25,88,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2008 Finis Terrae Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2008-finis-terrae-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Cousiño-Macul ,Red,France,"87-89 Hard, firm and extracted wine that misses out on the freshness and fruit of the year. Tough indeed.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Monbrison 2010 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monbrison-2010-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Monbrison ,Red,France,"87-89 The wine seems hollow, all tannins, missing the weight of fruit. It's dark, certainly and concentrated, but one-dimensional.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Couspaude 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-couspaude-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château la Couspaude ,Red,Chile,"Interesting largely because it's Malbec (or Cot). Aromas of fine herbs and purple flowers are light and elegant; the palate is weightless and smooth, with redfruit flavors and chocolate notes. Finishes soft and creamy; drink now.",Cot Limited Edition,20,88,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Pérez Cruz 2009 Cot Limited Edition Malbec (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-perez-cruz-2009-cot-limited-edition-malbec-maipo-valley/,Malbec,2009,Viña Pérez Cruz ,Rose,US,"Still quite fresh and loaded with spicy strawberry and melon fruit, this is finished at just 12.5% alcohol. Easy to take a sip and imagine you are in a café on the Côte Azur, scarfing down some fresh calamari.",Malbec,16,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Velocity 2009 Malbec Rosé (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/velocity-2009-malbec-rose-southern-rogue-valley/,Rosé,2009,Velocity 14,Red,Italy,"This is a ripe, jammy expression of Taurasi that shows aromas of dried prune, raisin, dark tar, resin, blackberry preserves and moist tobacco. The tannins are firm and solid, but they also show a chewy, ripe side.",,,88,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Rocca del Principe 2007 Taurasi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-principe-2007-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,2007,Rocca del Principe 13,Red,Germany,"This is a blend of 85% Pinot Noir and 15% Lemberger—and yet the Lemberger is the dominant grape. The color is dark, the aromas and flavors are chunky and less nuanced than pure Pinot Noir, and the tannins are ripe but lack the silky character of Pinot. It's a solid, robust red that would make a nice match for burgers and the like.",Noir Dry,19,88,Baden,,,Weingut Burg Ravensburg 2007 Noir Dry Pinot Noir (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-burg-ravensburg-2007-noir-dry-pinot-noir-baden/,Pinot Noir,2007,Weingut Burg Ravensburg ,Red,US,"Young, strong and vigorous. Despite a plethora of ripe blackberries, plums and dark chocolate, this Cab seems to lack some breeding and elegance. Could surprise down the road. Try after 2014.",Priest Ranch,38,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Somerston 2007 Priest Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/somerston-2007-priest-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Somerston 13,Red,Germany,"This Pinot Noir from southern Germany balances attractively between berry fruit and more savory notes of cured meat, leather and wet stone. It's medium bodied, with gentle, slightly dusty tannins and a mouthwatering finish. Drink it over the next 2–3 years.",Neipperger Schlossberg,55,88,Württemberg,,,Grafen Neipperg 2006 Neipperger Schlossberg Spätburgunder (Württemberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grafen-neipperg-2006-neipperger-schlossberg-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-wurttemberg/,Spätburgunder,2006,Grafen Neipperg ,Red,France,"87-89 Very cassis in character, with fruit, some weight and totally juicy acidity.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Simard 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-simard-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Simard ,Red,France,"87-89 Ripe new wood and spice with blackberry juice flavors, very rich and concentrated. It has soft tannins, very juicy.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Reysson 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-reysson-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Reysson 14,Red,Chile,"Big, herbal and rich on the nose, with minerality and a lot of olive and black-fruit aromas. The palate is round, full-bodied and chewy, with ample oak, herbal flavors and blackberry. Tasty, robust and not short on oak and herbal notes. In a word, it's Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon.",Single Vineyard Don Maximiano Vineyard,21,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2009 Single Vineyard Don Maximiano Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2009-single-vineyard-don-maximiano-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Errazuriz 12.5,White,Italy,"Mastroberardino offers a linear and crisp Greco that unveils a sure mineral vein of chalk and brimstone backed by citrus, pear, apple and fleshy white peach. The mouthfeel is thin and compact, yet the natural freshness leaves a lasting impression.",,,88,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Mastroberardino 2009 Greco di Tufo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2009-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2009,Mastroberardino 13.5,Red,Italy,Rubrato is a clean and polished expression of Aglianico (stored in stainless steel instead of oak in order to preserve the freshness of the fruit) that would work with meatloaf or juicy cheeseburgers. It shows a smooth but firm quality in the mouth.,Rubrato,20,88,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2008 Rubrato Aglianico (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2008-rubrato-italian-red-aglianico-irpinia/,Aglianico,2008,Feudi di San Gregorio 14.5,Red,Italy,"Pàtrimo, a pure expression of Merlot from southern Italy, is always a crowd pleaser, but this year's edition is a tad more ripe and jammy than past vintages: 2005 was indeed a hot year. Intense aromas of black cherry and blackberry pie emerge from the nose and the wine's finish is accented by a surprise signature of tart acidity.",Patrimo,150,88,Southern Italy,Campania,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2005 Patrimo Merlot (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2005-patrimo-merlot-campania/,Merlot,2005,Feudi di San Gregorio 13,Red,Italy,"Casavecchia (know as Trebulanum in the ancient world) is one of Italy's most historic varieties but Fattoria Alois presents a modern, oak-aged expression with bold notes of chocolate, clove, black fruit and rum cake. It closes firm with a touch of bright sourness. Very interesting.",Trebulanum,39,88,Southern Italy,Campania,,Fattoria Alois 2007 Trebulanum Casavecchia (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-alois-2007-trebulanum-italian-red-casavecchia-campania/,Casavecchia,2007,Fattoria Alois 12.5,White,France,"Soft and ripe, the normal herbaceous character rounded out with pear and peach fruits. Sure, there is a tang, a kick to the wine, with acidity. But it is the ripeness that dominates.",Les Belles Vignes,26,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Fournier Père et Fils 2009 Les Belles Vignes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2009-belles-vignes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Fournier Père et Fils 13,White,Greece,"Vibrant tropical fruit and citrus on the nose start this poised white from Greece. Pineapple, lemon and banana flavors are balanced by refreshing acidity and minerality. Overall, the wine is a delicious blend of fresh and fruity. A great find.",Château Julia,15,88,Drama,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2009 Château Julia Chardonnay (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2009-chateau-julia-chardonnay-drama/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Costa Lazaridi ,Red,France,"The wine has good acidity, with fresh strawberry fruits and attractive, light tannins. For early drinking.",Les Granges,,88,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Bernard Baudry 2009 Les Granges (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-baudry-2009-granges-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Bernard Baudry ,Sparkling,France,"A fine, clean and intense sparkling wine, with excellent acidity and bright lemon and apple notes.",Pétillant,30,88,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Huët 2005 Pétillant (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-huet-2005-petillant-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Domaine Huët 12.5,White,Greece,"This is a variety Gerovassiliou does very well, with its aromas of pear, peach and lemon and its creamy but crisp flavors of pear, citrus and peach. The wine has weight without losing its delicate touch, and balanced acidity gives it a food-friendly edge. A great summer white wine.",,23,88,Epanomi,,,Gerovassiliou 2009 Malagousia (Epanomi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerovassiliou-2009-greek-white-malagousia-epanomi/,Malagousia,2009,Gerovassiliou 14.5,Red,Greece,"Blackberry, cocoa, pepper and a touch of herbs on the nose give this hearty red some muscle. The flavors of cocoa powder, slate, spicebox and cherry are clean and easy-drinking. Food-friendly, the wine will benefit from decanting and could use some time in the cellar.",Utopia,21,88,Florina,,,Alpha Estate 2007 Utopia Tannat (Florina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-estate-2007-utopia-other-red-tannat-florina/,Tannat,2007,Alpha Estate 14,Red,South Africa,"Ripe and attractive with notes of sous bois and savory herbs adding complexity to the forest berry and ripe stewed rhubarb fruit flavors. Silky in the mouth with dusty tannins and a long, coffee-infused finish.",Galpin Peak,40,88,Walker Bay,,,Bouchard Finlayson 2008 Galpin Peak Pinot Noir (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-finlayson-2008-galpin-peak-pinot-noir-walker-bay/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bouchard Finlayson ,Dessert,France,"87-89 Lacking richness, the wine has acidity, some sweetness, but misses definition and density.",Barrel sample,,88,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Château Lamothe 2010 Barrel sample (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamothe-2010-barrel-sample-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2010,Château Lamothe 8,White,Germany,"Pale in color and light in body, this waif of a kabinett is undeniably attractive, offering a delicate kaleidoscope of pear, apple, pineapple and lime fruit linked together in gentle harmony. Drink it over the next year or two.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett,19,88,Mosel,,,Bollig-Lehnert 2009 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollig-lehnert-2009-piesporter-goldtropfchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Bollig-Lehnert 13.5,White,Italy,"This is a fantastic expression of Greco that offers impressive richness, roundness and aromatic intensity. The wine opens with a bright, golden color and segues to aromas of pear, Golden Delicious apple and apricot. Behind those fruit tones are drying mineral notes that add balance and a touch of elegance.",Tenute di Altavilla,,88,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Villa Matilde 2009 Tenute di Altavilla (Greco di Tufo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2009-tenute-altavilla-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2009,Villa Matilde ,Red,US,"The very limited bottling from the estate vineyard blends the flavors of the regular estate and Appellation Series Pinots—but with more grip and presence. Strawberry and cranberry fruit, a mineral underpinning, and dried herb complete the picture. Good balance.",White Rose Vineyard,78,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,White Rose 2008 White Rose Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-rose-2008-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,White Rose 14.5,Red,Chile,"A strong oak covering gives the wine a bouquet of milk chocolate, cream, vanilla and olive. It's thick in the mouth, with a round, stout palate that's full of dark berry flavors and jamminess. Baked, toasty and ripe on the finish, with chewy density and meaty, herbal lasting impressions.",Single Vineyard Don Maximiano Estate,21,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2009 Single Vineyard Don Maximiano Estate Syrah (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2009-single-vineyard-don-maximiano-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-aconcagua-valley/,Syrah,2009,Errazuriz 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Here's a concentrated blend of 62% Cab Sauv, 10% Malbec, 10% Petit Verdot, 10% Merlot and 8% Cab Franc with assertive notes of cassis, black plum, sweet smoke and spice on the nose and mouth. Firmly structured and a bit chewy with a long finish.",Faithful Hound,22,88,Stellenbosch,,,Mulderbosch 2007 Faithful Hound Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulderbosch-2007-faithful-hound-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Mulderbosch 13.5,Red,South Africa,Spicy forest and used coffee grind aromas mingle with notes of small red berries and red plum flesh. Lively and juicy but elegant in the mouth with medium tannins and a white pepper-dusted finish.,Seven Flags,60,88,Elgin,,,Paul Cluver 2008 Seven Flags Pinot Noir (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cluver-2008-seven-flags-pinot-noir-elgin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Paul Cluver 13,White,Italy,"This single cru, oak-fermented Falanghina opens with a saturated golden color and concentrated aromas of pineapple, exotic fruit, mango, toasted almond and yellow rose. It shows creamy richness in the mouth and an elaborate style that is rare for this easygoing white grape.",Vigna del Monaco,22,88,Southern Italy,Taburno,,Ocone 2009 Vigna del Monaco Falanghina (Taburno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ocone-2009-vigna-monaco-italian-white-falanghina-taburno/,Falanghina,2009,Ocone 13,Red,France,"Projecting firm tannins, this wine has a big, powerful structure: black plum skins, chewy currants and smoky wood flavors. It's still young; keep it for six years.",,65,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Ségur de Cabanac 2008 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-segur-cabanac-2008-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Ségur de Cabanac 13.5,Red,Italy,"Rapicano is a full and generous wine that opens with a blast of chocolate fudge and cinnamon spice followed by dried prunes, raisins and blackberry. That gorgeous initial intensity is taken down a notch in the mouth where the wine shows tight tannins.",Rapicano,,88,Southern Italy,Falerno del Massico,,Trabucco 2007 Rapicano Red (Falerno del Massico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trabucco-2007-rapicano-red-falerno-massico/,Red Blend,2007,Trabucco 14,Red,Chile,"Floral and smoky, with elegance and mineral components to the nose. From 60-year-old dry-farmed vineyards in Maule, this is punchy and acidic, but also full of bright cassis, red plum and cherry flavors. Creamy oak gives it a vanilla-like finish, and overall it's more than solid but a little astringent and tart.",T.H.,20,88,Maule Valley,,,Undurraga 2008 T.H. Carignan (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2008-th-carignan-maule-valley/,Carignan,2008,Undurraga 14.5,Red,Chile,"Dark cherry, berry and a certain level of sweetness give this wine a ripe opening. The palate is fruity and a touch buttery due to full oak, while the flavors are also oaky but fold in spice, carob and berry flavors. Dry and peppery on the finish.",Gran Reserva de los Andes,15,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2008 Gran Reserva de los Andes Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2008-gran-reserva-los-andes-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Santa Alicia 13,White,Italy,"Dedicated to local hero Feldmarschall von Fenner who fought against Napoleon, this golden Müller Thurgau opens with bold notes of Golden Delicious apple, pear, honey and mature melon. The wine is smooth and rich with tangy sweet notes on the finale.",Feldmarschall von Fenner,,88,,Vigneti delle Dolomiti,,Tiefenbrunner 2009 Feldmarschall von Fenner Müller-Thurgau (Vigneti delle Dolomiti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiefenbrunner-2009-feldmarschall-von-fenner-other-white-muller-thurgau-vigneti-delle-dolomiti/,Müller-Thurgau,2009,Tiefenbrunner ,Red,US,"Feels a bit common and rustic now, with uneven tannins and some green, minty flavors alongside riper notes of cherries and blackberries. Nicely dry, and shows a certain pedigree, but doesn't seem quite ripe enough for the long haul.",,130,88,California,Napa,St. Helena,Spottswoode 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spottswoode-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Spottswoode 14.1,Red,US,"Lots of toasty oak on this dry Sangiovese. It avoids the problems that often plague this variety, coming down on the lighter-bodied side, dry and crisp in acidity, with pleasant cherry, tobacco and spice flavors. Try as an interesting alternative to Zinfandel.",Olivia's Block,29,88,California,Napa,Calistoga,Shypoke 2008 Olivia's Block Sangiovese (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shypoke-2008-olivias-block-sangiovese-napa-calistoga/,Sangiovese,2008,Shypoke 12.5,White,Italy,"This is a beautiful expression of Fiano with delicate background tones of chopped herb and even a touch of basil that helps the wine gain in intensity and complexity overall. At the back are characteristic tones of pear, lemon and apricot.",,25,88,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Mastroberardino 2008 Fiano di Avellino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2008-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2008,Mastroberardino ,Red,US,"A widely available, screwcapped wine, totally fruit-driven, with forward and immediately accessible bright cherry candy flavors. Though it settles into a one-dimensional structure, the fruit carries it along nicely, and it has much the same appeal as a good Beaujolais-Villages.",,17,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Kings Ridge 2009 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kings-ridge-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kings Ridge 12.5,Red,Italy,This screwcap red blend from northern Italy offers a fantastic little package at a very attractive low price. Pristine aromas of red berry and white cherry are offset by subtle shadings of sweet spice and crushed mineral. The wine drinks very well.,Intaglio,13,88,,Trentino,,La Vis 2009 Intaglio Red (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vis-2009-intaglio-red-trentino/,Red Blend,2009,La Vis 13,White,Italy,"This rich expression of Greco opens with a very direct and immediate bouquet of exotic fruit, pineapple and dried banana chips. It shows dense smoothness and texture that would stand up to roasted chicken or turkey and Atlantic fish.",,22,88,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,La Casa Dell'Orco 2009 Greco di Tufo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-dellorco-2009-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2009,La Casa Dell'Orco 12.5,White,New Zealand,"The Brajkovich family's 2009 Pinot Gris finds a fine balance between sweetness, acidity and alcohol, offering just enough of each. Melon flavors are tinged with almondskin and a lingering touch of musky spice on the finish. Fine on its own, or pair it with dishes that are slightly sweet (shrimp) or spicy.",,21,88,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2009 Pinot Gris (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-kumeu/,Pinot Gris,2009,Kumeu River 14.5,Red,Chile,"Earthy and herbal on the nose, with a nice blanket of leather to add rusticity to the wine's core cherry and raspberry aromas. The palate is full, chewy and a touch candied, with roasted berry, herb and chocolate flavors. Finishes lightly roasted as well; drink now.",Millantu,28,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2006 Millantu Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2006-millantu-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Santa Alicia 13.5,White,US,"Full of minerality on the nose, this tropical Viognier from Clarksburg grapes is dry and acidic, well balanced and not over the top in alcohol (13.5%), a spicy, citrus-laden California Viognier worth trying.",,13,88,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,The White Knight 2008 Viognier (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-knight-2008-viognier-central-valley-clarksburg/,Viognier,2008,The White Knight 14,White,Italy,"Executed in a big, elaborate style, this wine won't appeal to everyone. It takes on an almost intellectual approach, seeking to push the outer limits of the precious Pallagrello grape though oak fermentation and extended bottle aging. If you are seeking a carefree, fish-friendly wine, this is not for you. White meat or pasta would be a better choice.",Le Sèrole,50,88,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Terre del Principe 2008 Le Sèrole Pallagrello (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-principe-2008-le-serole-italian-white-pallagrello-terre-volturno/,Pallagrello,2008,Terre del Principe ,Red,US,"Fruity and jammy, showing intensely ripe, crushed wild blackberry and foxy mulberry flavors. A little rustic in tannins, with a bristling texture, but the finish is long, dry and spicy. Could surprise after 5–7 years in the cellar.",Marriage,75,88,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 2007 Marriage Red (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2007-marriage-red-napa-spring-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Terra Valentine 12.5,Red,Greece,"Smoked sausage, red currant and spice on the nose are followed by a rustic beefy, allspice quality on the palate. Black pepper, cedar and smoke mingle in an overall elegant but assertive medium-bodied red. A dry finish tops it off.",Labyrinth 9905 Megas Oenos,150,88,Peloponnese,,,Skouras NV Labyrinth 9905 Megas Oenos Red (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-nv-labyrinth-9905-megas-oenos-red-peloponnese/,Red Blend,9905,Skouras 14.5,Red,Chile,"Meaty and staunch on the nose, with a slight soupy quality to go with strawberry and raspberry aromas. The palate is thick and sturdy, with earthy, old-school flavors of berry fruits, mineral and dry earth. Finishes slightly baked and sweet. Another good old-vines (40 years) Carignan from Maule.",Single Vineyard,18,88,Maule Valley,,,Oveja Negra 2008 Single Vineyard Carignan (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oveja-negra-2008-single-vineyard-carignan-maule-valley/,Carignan,2008,Oveja Negra 12,White,France,"A lightly perfumed white Bordeaux, with warm ripe fruit, soft acidity an an herbaceous edge. Grapefruit and gooseberry flavors are laced with a more honeyed character.",Vieilles Vignes,,87,Bordeaux,Entre-Deux-Mers,,Château Sainte Marie 2009 Vieilles Vignes (Entre-Deux-Mers),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-marie-2009-vieilles-vignes-white-entre-deux-mers/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Sainte Marie 16.1,Red,US,"This lusty Zinfandel was built to drink with barbecue. It's rich, thick and heady, with over 16% of alcohol. Superripe flavors of cherries, blackberries and raspberries, sprinkled with pepper, cinnamon and cocoa are almost like Port. A distinctive Zin for those who like this style.",Old Vines,24,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pezzi King 2008 Old Vines Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-2008-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Pezzi King 14,Red,France,"With its strong wood aromas, this is a wine that seems to have spent too much time in barrel. The weight of black fruits does give it a chance to balance out. Keep for 2–3 years.",,17,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Sainte Barbe 2008 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-barbe-2008-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Sainte Barbe 14.7,Red,US,"Very dark in color, dense and thick in the mouth, and tight in astringent tannins. Clearly an immature wine not showing well. The blackberry and cherry flavors are impressive, but the wine seems disjointed. Cellaring is a gamble.",,80,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Thirteen Appellations 2007 Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thirteen-appellations-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2007,Thirteen Appellations 13.5,White,South Africa,"Light and easy-drinking with fresh notes of lemon citrus, watercress and a touch of wild field grass. Clean acidity and herbal flavors carry through the palate to the crisp finish. Drink now.",,11,86,Western Cape,,,MAN Vintners 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2010-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,MAN Vintners 13,White,South Africa,"Ripe fruit flavors are countered by a fresh citrus zing in the mouth, with notes of underripe melon and hard banana sprinkling the bouquet. Drink now.",,18,86,Walker Bay,,,Bouchard Finlayson 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-finlayson-2010-sauvignon-blanc-walker-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Bouchard Finlayson 14.3,Red,US,"A simple but likeable red blend, dry and supple in tannins, with earthy, sweet flavors of berries, cherries, tobacco and cedar.",Echo,19,86,California,California Other,California,Stave 28 2008 Echo Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stave-28-2008-echo-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Stave 28 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a food-friendly Aglianico that opens with pungent aromas of green herb, talc powder, crushed stone and dried fruit. It's a drying but not astringent wine that leaves a polished sensation on the finish.",,15,86,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,La Casa Dell'Orco 2008 Aglianico (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-dellorco-2008-italian-red-aglianico-irpinia/,Aglianico,2008,La Casa Dell'Orco 14.3,Red,US,"Here's a dark, big, tannic and rather ponderous Pinot Noir. It could almost be Grenache, it's so heavy. Shows good cherry fruit, with a sweet cover of smoky oak. Seems best now.",The Pintail Doctor's Vineyard,50,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Armanino Family Cellars 2009 The Pintail Doctor's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armanino-family-cellars-2009-pintail-doctors-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Armanino Family Cellars 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Riper in style than Ara's Composite bottling, offering straightforward pineapple fruit and a clean, refreshing style. It's nicely balanced, with a mouthwatering finish. Drink now.",Resolute,26,86,Marlborough,,,Ara 2009 Resolute Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ara-2009-resolute-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Ara 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Sweet mocha is the heart of this wine, with stemmy fruit flavors of black cherry and mashed raspberry providing the supporting frame. A glimmer of hickory smoke accents the long finish. Drink now.",,12,86,Western Cape,,,Partnership Vineyards 2008 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/partnership-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2008,Partnership Vineyards 14,Red,South Africa,"Dark fruit drives this wine, as aromas and flavors of rich black berry, plum and cherry laced with licorice root flood the senses. Round and full in the mouth but balanced with medium acidity that leads through the clean, lively finish. Drink now.",,11,86,Coastal Region,,,MAN Vintners 2009 Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2009-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2009,MAN Vintners 12.5,Red,Italy,"Available at an attractively low price, this oak-aged Aglianico opens with dark, brooding tones of cassis, dark spice, resin, tar and black licorice. The mouthfeel is firm and tight, making this wine suitable for a fatty meat dish such as a juicy cheeseburger.",,13,86,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Taburno,,Ocone 2006 Aglianico del Taburno,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ocone-2006-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-taburno/,Aglianico,2006,Ocone 14.5,White,US,"Flamboyantly rich and manipulated Chardonnay, with buttered popcorn, tropical fruit and caramaelized toast flavors. Feels a little heavy-handed, but lots of Chard lovers will like it.",,38,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Mi Sueño 2008 Chardonnay (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mi-sueno-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Mi Sueño 13,Red,Chile,"Olive, herbs and baked berry aromas vie with slightly stemmy scents to create a good but compromised bouquet. The palate has a full feel and juiciness along with medicinal cherry and berry flavors. Finishes toasty, baked and somewhat sharp and herbal.",,15,86,Maule Valley,,,Meli 2008 Carignan (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meli-2008-carignan-maule-valley/,Carignan,2008,Meli 12.5,Red,France,"An attractive, soft wine, with a chewy, juicy character. It shows red fruits, a touch of licorice and acidity. The wine is now mature. Drink this year.",Les Belles Vignes,26,86,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Fournier Père et Fils 2006 Les Belles Vignes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fournier-pere-fils-2006-belles-vignes-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2006,Fournier Père et Fils 14,Red,Chile,"Fairly hard on the nose, with a hint of plastic and then raspberry and plum aromas rising as it settles. The palate shows decent zest and body along with narrow flavors of berry and pepper. Finishes with mild intensity and a note of saline.",Natura,11,85,Rapel Valley,,,Emiliana 2009 Natura Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2009-natura-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2009,Emiliana 14,Red,France,"Close to Fronsac, this is a Merlot-dominated wine that has soft, ripe fruit. It shows sweetness and open berry flavors touched by chocolate and licorice. To be opened over the next 2–3 years.",,18,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Saint-Michel 2008 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-michel-2008-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Saint-Michel 12,Red,France,"A curious, dirty nose doesn't help this wine. The palate is certainly better, its fruit now mature, smooth, the acidity blending with attractive smoky flavors.",,,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Côtes de Francs,,Château Pimpine 2005 Bordeaux Côtes de Francs,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pimpine-2005-red-cotes-francs/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château Pimpine 10.5,White,Germany,"Plump, sweet and creamy in texture, with apple and citrus flavors that offer simple, straightforward pleasure. Good quality, impressive for the 50,000 cases produced.",,11,85,Mosel,,,Clean Slate 2009 Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clean-slate-2009-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Clean Slate 13.5,White,US,"A clean everyday Gewürztraminer, showing the variety's spicy flavors, with hints of pineapples and candied ginger. Tastes off-dry and crisp in acidity.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bargetto 2008 Gewürztraminer (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2008-gewurztraminer-central-coast-monterey-county/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Bargetto 12.5,Red,France,"Tight wine, its black currant flavors layered with dry tannins. It's finely structured, although the stalky element tends to dominate. Not for aging.",,12,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Barton & Guestier 2008 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2008-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Barton & Guestier 12.5,Red,France,"Confusingly, the wine has no connection with Château Magnol, also owned by Barton & Guestier. It's a soft Médoc wine, light and gentle in character, the tannins soft, merging with the red berry fruits.",Les Charmes de Magnol,12,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Barton & Guestier 2008 Les Charmes de Magnol (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2008-charmes-magnol-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Barton & Guestier 13.5,Red,US,"If more Americans are drinking wine from a box, it's because of values like this 3L, the equivalent of four regular bottles. The wine is dry, smooth and flavorful, and the blackberries, herbs and spices are pleasant.",,20,85,California,California Other,California,Bota Box 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bota-box-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bota Box 13,White,Greece,"This fresh but spicy Chardonnay starts with tropical fruit, citrus and floral aromas leading into a great fruit and acid balance. The minerality keeps the wine fresh and lifted, giving it a food-friendly edge. A great go-to white.",Almyra,15,86,Peloponnese,,,Skouras 2009 Almyra Chardonnay (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2009-almyra-chardonnay-peloponnese/,Chardonnay,2009,Skouras 14,Red,Chile,"Blackberry and balsam wood are the key aromas, but there's a pinch of cumin in there too. The palate is wide, broad and tannic, with leathery, roasted flavors of dark berry and black plum. Finishes savory and a bit salty, with a clacky, hard, tannic residue.",Toro de Piedra Reserva,14,86,Curicó Valley,,,Viña Requingua 2009 Toro de Piedra Reserva Syrah-Cabernet (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-requingua-2009-toro-piedra-reserva-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-curico-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet,2009,Viña Requingua 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's an easy sparkling blend of Pinot Nero and Pinot from Lombardy's Oltrepò Pavese area in northern Italy that shows cheerful but informal aromas of cut grass, field flower, honey and stone fruit.",Pinot Brut,,86,Italy Other,Italy,,Vigne Regali NV Pinot Brut Sparkling (Italy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigne-regali-nv-pinot-brut-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Vigne Regali 13.5,White,Chile,"Pretty good, sturdy and clean. The nose shows good white fruits and minerally notes, with a bit of toast. In the mouth, it's healthy and sweet, with tropical flavors of melon and papaya along with creamy pear. Finishes sweet, with some vanilla.",Reserva,10,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Ventisquero 2009 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2009-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Ventisquero 13.5,Red,Chile,"The essence of cool-climate Chilean Syrah is on display and arguably goes overboard with this sheer, tart, acid-dominated Leyda wine. It's floral and slightly medicinal smelling, with a sheer palate and tart, foxy flavors of red berry and pie cherry. Finishes with oceanic saltiness and a dusting of cocoa.",T.H.,25,86,Leyda Valley,,,Undurraga 2009 T.H. Syrah (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2009-t-h-syrah-leyda-valley/,Syrah,2009,Undurraga 13,White,Italy,"This luminous Lacryma Christi opens with bright aromas of citrus, pear, stone fruit and shows slight hints of vanilla and pine nut as well. It sits tight on the palate thanks to its crispness and tonic firmness.",,,86,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Terredora 2009 Coda di Volpe (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2009-italian-white-coda-volpe-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,Coda di Volpe,2009,Terredora 13,White,Italy,"Terredora offers a very successful expression of the rare Coda di Volpe grape that puts emphasis on body and texture, and not only on aromatics. The bouquet is redolent of stone fruit and melon, but the wine also feels creamy and smooth on the close.",,,86,Southern Italy,Campania,,Terredora 2009 Coda di Volpe (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2009-italian-white-coda-volpe-campania/,Coda di Volpe,2009,Terredora 13.5,White,Italy,"This expression of Fiano comes forward with crisp, clean aromas of freshly cut lemon, orange blossom and almond paste. The mouthfeel is tonic and lean, but the real point here is the wine's freshness.",,24,86,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Rocca del Principe 2009 Fiano di Avellino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-principe-2009-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2009,Rocca del Principe 14,Red,South Africa,"There's a nice brambly character to this wine, with assertive savory herbs and fresh mint sprigs jazzing up the ripe berry-fruit core. Medium weight with a softly creamy texture and a vanilla-infused finish.",Reserve,15,86,Robertson,,,Rooiberg 2008 Reserve Shiraz (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooiberg-2008-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-robertson/,Shiraz,2008,Rooiberg 13,White,Italy,"Handpicked Moscato Giallo grapes are vinified as a dry white wine that opens with intensely fragrant aromas of peach, honeysuckle, papaya and mango. The nose is really beautiful and the mouthfeel is indeed dry and simple with a touch of zest and sour spice on the close.",Dry Muscat,,86,Southern Italy,Basilicata,,Taverna 2009 Dry Muscat Moscato Giallo (Basilicata),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taverna-2009-dry-muscat-italian-white-moscato-giallo-basilicata/,Moscato Giallo,2009,Taverna 13.1,Red,US,"Well made in a lighter style, this offers strawberry and raspberry fruit, tart acids, and a tight, somewhat tannic exit. This winery has dramatically reduced the alcohol levels of their wines over the past few years—by what means we do not know—but the 13.1% listed here feels a little thin.",Hawks View Vineyard,60,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Torii Mor 2008 Hawks View Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2008-hawks-view-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Torii Mor 12.5,Red,Italy,"Sour cherry, cranberry, licorice and cola open the nose of Mustilli's Piedirosso. This is an easy, fresh wine that would pair with pizza or pasta topped with loads of cheese.",,17,86,Southern Italy,Sannio,,Mustilli 2008 Piedirosso (Sannio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mustilli-2008-italian-red-piedirosso-sannio/,Piedirosso,2008,Mustilli 12,White,France,"A very perfumed wine, with white flower aromas, flavors of herbs and spice. It has weight as well as acidity, a tangy structured edge. Screwcap.",Les Quatre Cépages,,86,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine de Pajot 2009 Les Quatre Cépages White (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pajot-2009-quatre-cepages-white-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2009,Domaine de Pajot 13,White,Chile,"Pungent and sweaty smelling, with nettle and other sharp aromas. Surprisingly, the palate is short on acidity so there's a flat feel along with green, salinic flavors that border on vegetal. For proof, there's a clear wave of asparagus to the finish. Not as good as in past years.",Los Vascos,14,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2010 Los Vascos Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2010-los-vascos-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) ,White,France,"Bright young wine, with an attractive lemon character, very fresh and crisp. Simple Muscadet for the summer.",Emotions,,86,Loire Valley,Muscadet,,Gadais Père et Fils 2010 Emotions (Muscadet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gadais-pere-fils-2010-emotions-other-white-melon-muscadet/,Melon,2010,Gadais Père et Fils 13.5,White,South Africa,"Ripe and fruit forward with lush notes of melon, banana and sweet tropical fruit citrus throughout. Medium weight, the finish is loaded with juicy fresh peach flavors. Drink now.",,17,86,Wellington,,,Eventide Cellar 2009 Viognier (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eventide-cellar-2009-viognier-wellington/,Viognier,2009,Eventide Cellar 14,Red,Greece,"Rustic, with a spin of smoke, this red has a nose of green herbs, black cherry and smoke, and flavors of dried herb, red berry and tobacco. Masculine and focused, it's perfect for spicy meat dishes and stews.",Ovilos,55,86,Pangeon,,,Estate Biblia Chora 2005 Ovilos Red (Pangeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-biblia-chora-2005-ovilos-red-pangeon/,Red Blend,2005,Estate Biblia Chora 14.5,Red,US,"Rich in blackberry tart, dark chocolate, grilled meat, pepper spice and smoky flavors, wrapped into firm tannins. The acidity is strong and a little unnerving. Drink over the next 2–3 years.",Chavez-Leeds Vineyard,40,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Esoterica by Kent Rasmussen 2008 Chavez-Leeds Vineyard Petite Sirah (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esoterica-by-kent-rasmussen-2008-chavez-leeds-vineyard-petite-sirah-napa-rutherford/,Petite Sirah,2008,Esoterica by Kent Rasmussen 13.5,White,South Africa,"Fresh and light with ripe fruit notes of red apple and apricot spiced with hints of white florals and lime zest. The medium weight mouth is juicy and clean, the ripe stone fruit flavors carrying through to the close. Drink now.",,20,86,Elgin,,,Elgin Vintners 2009 Viognier (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elgin-vintners-2009-viognier-elgin/,Viognier,2009,Elgin Vintners 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Soft animal notes are countered by ripe red fruit aromas on the nose, while more stemmy red berry and cola spice flavors appear in the mouth. Medium weight with a clean, refreshing finish. Drink now.",,21,86,Elgin,,,Elgin Vintners 2008 Pinot Noir (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elgin-vintners-2008-pinot-noir-elgin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Elgin Vintners 13,Red,France,"Black currant and stalky tannins, along with acidity, mark this attractive Bordeaux. It is dry, with some mineral austerity, lightly woody. The fruit is now mature.",,,86,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de Laville 2006 Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laville-2006-red-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Château de Laville ,Red,France,"85-87 A dark wine, the fruit tasting a little over-ripe. It does have structure and acidity, but feels soft and flabby.",Barrel sample,,86,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Barreyres 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-barreyres-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Barreyres 13,Red,France,"From the north of the Margaux appellation, this is a wine that has tense, acidic, black berry fruits, soft tannins and a light, juicy character. Not for long-term aging.",,55,86,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Grand Tayac 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-tayac-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Grand Tayac ,White,France,"An intensely fresh wine, touched lightly by spritz that brings out the lemon character. The acidity lifts the whole wine deliciously.",Coing de Sèvre Sur Lie,,86,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Château du Coing de Saint-Fiacre 2009 Coing de Sèvre Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coing-saint-fiacre-2009-sevre-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2009,Château du Coing de Saint-Fiacre 13.5,White,US,"This is a richly sweet Chardonnay, made in the popular style, for drinking now. The orange, pineapple and apricot flavors are savory, and the oak gives caramel notes.",Old Vine,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,De Sante 2008 Old Vine Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sante-2008-old-vine-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,De Sante 14.5,Red,US,"Fruity enough, with powerfully ripe blackberry, cherry, raspberry, currant, chocolate and licorice flavors that go on and on through the long, spicy finish. Could show greater structure, though, as it's somewhat soft, sweet and unidimensional.",Jemrose Vineyard,30,86,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Baldassari Family Wines 2007 Jemrose Vineyard Syrah (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baldassari-family-wines-2007-jemrose-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Syrah,2007,Baldassari Family Wines 14,Red,Greece,"The nose on this red starts with a slightly medicinal cherry cola nose, and a touch of smoked meat. On the palate, cherry, red berry and cigarbox flavors are carried by a lively acidity. Fresh and balanced, it will pair well with grilled meats, stews.",Hedgehog Vineyard,36,86,Amyndeon,,,Alpha Estate 2007 Hedgehog Vineyard Xinomavro (Amyndeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-estate-2007-hedgehog-vineyard-greek-red-xinomavro-amyndeon/,Xinomavro,2007,Alpha Estate 12,White,France,"With an extra richness from the vintage, this is a ripe, if still crisp wine. Its grapefruit acidity is tempered by ripe apple and melon flavors.",Les Clissages d'Or,16,86,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Guy Saget 2009 Les Clissages d'Or (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guy-saget-2009-clissages-dor-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2009,Guy Saget 13,Red,Germany,"A pretty, vibrant Pinot Noir from southern Germany, featuring strawberry and raspberry fruit, some slightly herbal nuances and a bright, lively finish. Drink now–2013.",Trocken,28,86,Württemberg,,,Grafen Neipperg 2008 Trocken Spätburgunder (Württemberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grafen-neipperg-2008-trocken-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-wurttemberg/,Spätburgunder,2008,Grafen Neipperg 14,Red,Chile,"Other than a slightly burnt and stemmy nose, this is a nice Chilean Pinot. The bouquet deals tea, raspberry and crushed leaves, but as stated, also some burned rhubarb. Feels slightly syrupy and thick, with baked, herbal flavors of raspberry and strawberry. Falls off on the finish, where a bit of green enters the picture.",Lot 21,35,86,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2009 Lot 21 Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2009-lot-21-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Viña Leyda 14.5,White,South Africa,"A blend of 48% Chenin Blanc, 41% Chardonnay and 11% Viognier, this is an interesting white with slightly oxidized but rich notes of honeycomb, toasted hazelnut and baked apple thoughout. Medium weight with a touch of heat coming through on the long finish.",Roulette Blanc,25,86,Swartland,,,Lammershoek 2008 Roulette Blanc White (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lammershoek-2008-roulette-blanc-white-swartland/,White Blend,2008,Lammershoek 12.5,White,South Africa,"Soft grass, green gooseberry and a hint of fig unfold on the nose, while ripe green plum and lime rind fill the medium-weight mouth. Clean and easy to drink; pair with crab salad canapés.",,11,86,Western Cape,,,KWV 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2010-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,KWV 13,White,Chile,"Salinic and also melony on the mostly clean and crisp nose. The palate is healthy, with round, lightly pithy flavors of green melon, peach and kiwi. Citrusy on the finish and a little green on the fade out. Good for summer quaffing. Drink this year.",Wetland Winemaker's Selection,8,86,Rapel Valley,,,Yali 2010 Wetland Winemaker's Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yali-2010-wetland-winemakers-selection-sauvignon-blanc-rapel-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Yali 13,White,Chile,"Mildly tropical on the nose and pleasant overall, with a touch of match stick to the bouquet. The palate is lemony and sheer, with flavors of Meyer lemon, white peach and apple. Pointed on the finish but clean. Good but normal in the scheme of things.",Sepia Reserva,10,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Vistamar 2010 Sepia Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistamar-2010-sepia-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Vistamar 12.5,Red,France,"With firm tannins, rich berry fruits and more typical red cherry flavors, this has weight and a ripe juicy core. It's ready to drink, but could be kept for another year.",,10,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Barton & Guestier 2009 Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2009-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2009,Barton & Guestier 13,Red,France,"Attractively fruity, with plenty of red berry and black cherry flavors. Along with the fruit, the tannins and spice round out the texture, giving a final velvet feel.",,12,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Fontenille 2008 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontenille-2008-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château de Fontenille ,Red,France,"85-87 The wine seems too ripe, the fruit very rich, opulent. It has weight, a jammy character, the tannins out of balance",Barrel sample,,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Clauzet 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clauzet-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Clauzet 13.5,White,France,"Lightly herbaceous, this is a soft, open, easy wine for summer drinking. Attractive grapefruit, green apple and orange zest mix easily together.",Sauvignon Blanc,,86,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Bertinerie 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bertinerie-2009-sauvignon-blanc-cotes/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Château Bertinerie 13.5,White,US,"Made in the modern style, with plenty of sweet oak and modest lime, green apple, persimmon and buttered toast flavors, brightened with acidity. Shows good varietal character for the price.",,15,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Byron 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Byron 13.5,White,US,"Will satisfy Chard fans who like ripe fruit and plenty of oak. Shows pineapple marmalade, orange fruit cake, vanilla, buttered popcorn and smoky oak flavors, finished with brisk acidity.",,18,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Buena Vista 14,White,New Zealand,"Nearly dry, this is a full-bodied, slightly creamy-textured Pinot Gris. It's a bit shy on the nose, offering only modest melon and citrus notes, then closes with hints of nuts and spice. Drink now.",,19,86,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2009 Pinot Gris (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-otago/,Pinot Gris,2009,Mt. Difficulty 14.5,Red,Chile,"Meaty and roasted on the nose, with rubbery plum and blackberry aromas. This is a full-force wine with clacky, firm tannins and herbal flavors of cassis and dark berry. Finishes roasted, with an herbal character. Lively but coarse feeling.",Reserva,13,86,Rapel Valley,,,Misiones de Rengo 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/misiones-rengo-2009-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2009,Misiones de Rengo 12.5,Red,Italy,Playful aromas of sweet fruit and watermelon candy open the nose of this bright Piedirosso wine. It's smooth and easygoing in the mouth and would pair with grilled sausage or lamb chops.,,12,86,Southern Italy,Taburno,,Ocone 2009 Piedirosso (Taburno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ocone-2009-italian-red-piedirosso-taburno/,Piedirosso,2009,Ocone 15.6,Red,US,"A simple but likeable wine, dry, earthy and hot in alcohol, with raspberry jam, Provençal herb, tobacco, toast and spicy flavors. Drink now with Mediterranean-style fare.",Coté de Lune Rouge Lasseter Vineyards,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Arrowood 2007 Coté de Lune Rouge Lasseter Vineyards Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2007-cote-lune-rouge-lasseter-red-sonoma-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Arrowood 14.5,Red,US,"Soft and creamy, like a chocolate and black raspberry drink, sprinkled with pepper and cinnamon. Almost like a Port in its sweetness.",Cask 520,30,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Antonio 2007 Cask 520 Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-antonio-2007-cask-520-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,San Antonio 8.5,White,Germany,"Representing a bit of a chink in von Kesselstatt's impressive array of 2009s, this wine features slightly restrained notes of pineapple and green apple in a slightly uneasy alliance of sweet and sour. Drink up.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett,30,86,Mosel,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2009 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2009-piesporter-goldtropfchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 12,White,Italy,"Residents of Central-South Italy, and especially the Romans, enjoy a long and loving relationship with Falanghina thanks to the grape's ability to pair with fresh foods and fish. Villa Matilde presents a very clean, pristine and crisp expression with aromas of citrus, white rose and peach.",Tenuta Rocca dei Leoni,,86,Southern Italy,Campania,,Villa Matilde 2009 Tenuta Rocca dei Leoni Falanghina (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2009-tenuta-rocca-leoni-italian-white-falanghina-campania/,Falanghina,2009,Villa Matilde 13,White,Chile,"Pithy and citrusy on the nose, but ultimately it's rather neutral. The palate is citric and lean, with orange, lemon and sour apple flavors. Zesty to the point of tartness, with a citrusy, juicy finish. A pointed SB with zing.",Natura,11,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Emiliana 2010 Natura Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2010-natura-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Emiliana 13.5,Red,Chile,"Flowery and herbal, with standard redberry aromas. Healthy and juicy, with herbal blueberry, blackberry and chocolate flavors. Finishes with a final dose of herbal character, earth and good layering and feel.",Eco Balance,9,86,Rapel Valley,,,Emiliana 2008 Eco Balance Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2008-eco-balance-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2008,Emiliana 13.5,White,Chile,"Light, mellow aromas don't go much beyond green fruits and orange blossom. Round and easy in the mouth, with melony, reluctant flavors of honeydew and peach. Lean on the finish, with some jalapeño heat. Pretty much average for Chilean Sauvignon Blanc.",Organically Grown Grapes,13,86,San Antonio,,,Cono Sur 2010 Organically Grown Grapes Sauvignon Blanc (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2010-organically-grown-grapes-sauvignon-blanc-san-antonio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Cono Sur 14.6,Red,US,"An average, everyday Cab, dense and soft, made in the style of ripe fruit and lots of oak. Tasted twice, with considerable bottle variation.",Oakville Terraces,70,86,California,Napa,Oakville,De Sante 2007 Oakville Terraces Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sante-2007-oakville-terraces-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,De Sante 13.9,Red,US,"Gainey's basic Pinot is dry, dark in color and a little heavy. It has cherry, cola, licorice, white pepper and smoky oak flavors, and the tannins are thick. Lacks the vibrancy normally associated with this winery.",,30,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gainey 2008 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Gainey 14,Red,South Africa,Ripe and fruit forward. Strong notes of berry preserves and juicy black plum are laced with notes of purple flowers and sweet smoked meat. Medium weight with soft tannins and a clean finish. Drink now.,,17,86,Wellington,,,Eventide Cellar 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eventide-cellar-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-wellington/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Eventide Cellar 13.5,White,US,"Creamy, oaky and buttery, with a scour of acidity that feels out of place. The underlying flavors are of apricots and oranges. Pretty good, in a country style.",,28,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Terra Valentine 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Terra Valentine 13,White,Italy,"From a boutique producer that shows great promise for the future, this fresh Falanghina opens with bright notes of green grass, kiwi, lemon and white flower. It's an easy, crisp wine that keeps the palate crystal clean.",,14,86,Southern Italy,Sannio,,Terra di Briganti 2009 Falanghina (Sannio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-briganti-2009-italian-white-falanghina-sannio/,Falanghina,2009,Terra di Briganti 13,Red,Italy,"From the Sannio area of Campania, this is a thin and easy expression of Aglianico that offers a very frank and upfront interpretation of the grape variety. Aromas include dark berry, tobacco and spice followed by firm tannins at the rear.",,16,86,Southern Italy,Sannio,,Terra di Briganti 2007 Aglianico (Sannio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-briganti-2007-italian-red-aglianico-sannio/,Aglianico,2007,Terra di Briganti 12.5,White,Italy,"This is an herbal, floral white wine with aromas that span from dried hay to pungent lemon blossom. It seems to give the best of itself on the bouquet, because in the mouth, this wine is fresh, compact and very easygoing.",16 Marzo,,86,Southern Italy,Falerno del Massico,,Trabucco 2008 16 Marzo White (Falerno del Massico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trabucco-2008-16-marzo-white-falerno-massico/,White Blend,2008,Trabucco ,Red,US,"This bottling is still a bit disjointed, the acids stick out and the fruit seems confined to a tight corner. The raw materials are good enough—berries and watermelon, a whiff of tomato, moderate tannins and more than a hint of new oak. Give this one another year or two to smooth out the wrinkles.",Temperance Hill Vineyard,60,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Torii Mor 2008 Temperance Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2008-temperance-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Torii Mor 14.8,White,US,"Simple in buttered popcorn and toast flavors, this Chard has underlying flavors of pineapples. It's a dry wine, crisp in acidity. Made in the popular style for drinking now.",,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,V. Sattui 13,White,Greece,"Vanilla, spice and citrus aromas start this dependable Greek Chardonnay. Spicy citrus, vanilla, fresh white fruit and flowers on the palate are balanced and easy to love. Pair with richer seafood or salads.",Dum Vinum Sperum,40,86,Peloponnese,,,Skouras 2007 Dum Vinum Sperum Chardonnay (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2007-dum-vinum-sperum-chardonnay-peloponnese/,Chardonnay,2007,Skouras 13.5,White,South Africa,"Herbal and fruity all at once with clean aromas of gooseberry, hard mango and green grass. Ctirus flavors dominate the lightweight mouth with crisp lime acidity charging through on the close.",Sunbird,14,86,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2010 Sunbird Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2010-sunbird-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Simonsig 13,Red,Chile,"Starts out mulchy and a little horsey before fine leather, floral and sweet berry aromas take over. The palate is jumpy and lively, with boysenberry, raspberry and earthy flavors. Ripe and fruity, with snappy freshness and candied, sappy red-fruit length.",Winemaker's Selection Single Vineyard,18,86,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2009 Winemaker's Selection Single Vineyard Syrah (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2009-winemakers-selection-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-limari-valley/,Syrah,2009,Tamaya 13.5,Red,Chile,"Floral aromas come with hints of leather and rubber. The palate is fleshy and nicely balanced, while the flavors are a shy, miserly mix of saline, earth, berry and olive. Finishes with an herbal-olive note and overall modesty.",Reserva,16,86,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2009 Reserva Syrah (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2009-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-limari-valley/,Syrah,2009,Tamaya 14.7,White,US,"A dark-golden SB from the Sierra Foothills with a nose full of honeysuckle and mango, this wine's got significant depth and concentration but also a healthy dose of alcohol (14.7%) and is a tad sweet on the finish. A small amount of Sémillon is blended in for body and texture. Pair with seafood.",Estate,14,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2009 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2009-estate-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Lava Cap 14.5,White,Italy,"This vintage of Acquavigna (a white wine from southern Italy made with the unique Pallagrello grape) shows good integration of its high alcohol component and the creamy richness of the texture. Aromas include stone fruit, citrus and a touch of bitter almond. This is not a wine for everyone.",Acquavigna,16,86,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Fattoria Selvanova 2008 Acquavigna Pallagrello (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-selvanova-2008-acquavigna-italian-white-pallagrello-terre-volturno/,Pallagrello,2008,Fattoria Selvanova 12.5,Rose,Italy,"This dark, ruby-colored rosé made with the rare Casavecchia grape (which has existed since ancient Rome, when Pliny the Elder referred to it as Trebulanum), opens with soapy aromas of rosewood, raspberry, blueberry and almond paste. It shows a surprising touch of tannic firmness on the close.",Nadhir,,86,Southern Italy,Campania,,Fattoria Alois 2009 Nadhir Rosé (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-alois-2009-nadhir-rose-campania/,Rosé,2009,Fattoria Alois 13.5,White,Chile,"Apple and peach aromas are on the spot. The body here is round and healthy, while the flavors are tropical leaning, with melon and peach in the background. Smooth and fresh on the finish, and good as a whole.",Organically Grown Grapes,13,86,San Antonio,,,Cono Sur 2009 Organically Grown Grapes Chardonnay (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2009-organically-grown-grapes-chardonnay-san-antonio/,Chardonnay,2009,Cono Sur 14.5,Red,US,"Shows strong, extracted blackberry and black cherry flavors, with a pie-filling spicy intensity. Almost too much of a good thing. Might improve a little in the bottle with a year or two.",Block Collection Walking Tree,25,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2007 Block Collection Walking Tree Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2007-block-collection-walking-tree-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Geyser Peak 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Though the nose is a bit muted, assertive juicy black plum and muddled mulberry unfold in the round mouth. Firm tannins follow through to the dry, waxy finish. Try in another year or two, or give it a good long decant before drinking now.",Aigle Noir,20,86,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Remhoogte 2008 Aigle Noir Red (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remhoogte-2008-aigle-noir-red-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2008,Remhoogte 15.2,Red,US,"Almost too ripe and fruity, with jammy, pie-filling blackberry and cherry flavors. Lots of oak, too, giving the wine a caramelized sweetness. A bit heavy-handed, but tasty. Drink now.",Caitlin's Select,52,86,California,Napa,Calistoga,Kenefick Ranch 2007 Caitlin's Select Cabernet Franc (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenefick-ranch-2007-caitlins-select-cabernet-franc-napa-calistoga/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Kenefick Ranch 15,Red,South Africa,"The dark and moody bouquet is loaded with heady black fruit, coffee, smoky leather and cigar box aromas. Unfortunately, the soft mouth offers far less of that intensity, with fading notes of cherry and plum skins. Drink now.",The Ridge,15,86,Robertson,,,Graham Beck 2005 The Ridge Syrah (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graham-beck-2005-ridge-shiraz-syrah-syrah-robertson/,Syrah,2005,Graham Beck ,Red,US,"The Claret blend is 44% Merlot, 40% Cabernet and 16% Malbec—tannic and herbal, almost like a Chilean red. A good wine to go with a grilled steak, which can cut through the tannins with some fat. Flavors are balanced, fruit is light and leafy, and there is little or no new oak influence.",,35,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2008 Claret (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2008-bordeaux-style-red-blend-claret-southern-rogue-valley/,Claret,2008,Del Rio 14,Red,Chile,"Herb, toasty oak, mineral and berry aromas precede a snappy, crisp sort of palate that's showing mostly herbal, toasty flavors of red berry and plum. The wine is good but regular in its approach, with a dry, peppery finish.",Legado Reserva,16,86,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2008 Legado Reserva Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2008-legado-reserva-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2008,De Martino 14,Red,South Africa,"Sweet and floral with assertive aromas of crushed violets, dark berries and a touch of milk chocolate. Easy in the mouth with a medium weight, round texture and soft tannins. The finish is loaded with juicy black fruit flavors. Drink now.",,18,86,Cederberg,,,Cederberg 2009 Merlot-Shiraz (Cederberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cederberg-2009-red-blend-merlot-shiraz-cederberg/,Merlot-Shiraz,2009,Cederberg ,White,Germany,"This is on the big side for a Mosel Riesling, at 12% alcohol, and the warmth shows through just a little bit. Still, the scents of wet moss and stone and chunky flavors suggesting melon, peach and citrus are undeniably attractive. Drink now.",Dry,14,86,Mosel,,,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 2009 Dry Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heidemanns-bergweiler-2009-dry-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 13,White,France,"With a hint of minerality, this wine has structure to go with its soft, generous fruit. There are almonds, toast, peaches and an attractive rounded texture.",,20,86,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Barton & Guestier 2009 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2009-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2009,Barton & Guestier 14.5,Red,US,"Heavy and sweet, almost sugary in blackberry, currant and chocolate flavors, with a smoky, hot finish. A good wine that will appeal to those who like its candied taste.",,80,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bacio Divino 2008 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacio-divino-2008-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Bacio Divino 13,White,Greece,"An alluring nose of deep pear and peach lead this exciting variety from Axia. On the palate, the curvy, creamy waves of peach and citrus are followed by a clean finish. A tasty white that will pair well with fish, chicken salad.",Axia,20,86,Florina,,,Alpha Estate 2010 Axia Malagouzia (Florina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-estate-2010-axia-greek-white-malagouzia-florina/,Malagouzia,2010,Alpha Estate 13,Red,France,"Rich Bordeaux, with concentrated blackberry fruits and dry tannins. There is a dry core and intense acidity. The wine is ready to drink, but could mature for 1–2 years.",Les Vignes du Soir,,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Abbaye de Saint-Ferme 2006 Les Vignes du Soir (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbaye-saint-ferme-2006-vignes-soir-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Abbaye de Saint-Ferme 13.3,Red,US,"Scents of smoke and ash dominate and obscure the fruit when first you open the bottle. Swirl it around and the light cherry and cranberry fruit emerges, along with a lick of milk chocolate. But the scent and flavor of smoke lingers, presumably from barrel aging, and ultimately your opinion of the wine may hinge on your personal preferences in that regard.",Bench Lands,22,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Brandborg 2008 Bench Lands Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brandborg-2008-bench-lands-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Brandborg ,Red,France,"85-87 Pushing dryness, and tannins, the wine feels extracted, hard. The fruit doesn't catch up with the structure.",Barrel sample,,86,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Caronne Ste Gemme 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-caronne-ste-gemme-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Caronne Ste Gemme ,Rose,France,"Enticing acidity, with fresh raspberry fruit, bright in style, just touched by dried sultanas. Drink now.",,,86,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2010 Rosé (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2010-rose-chinon/,Rosé,2010,Charles Joguet 14.5,Red,South Africa,The name shouldn't fool you; there's a definite assertive coffee character to this wine. The black fruit flavors of spiced mulberry and black plum mix with a hickory smoke accent that lingers through the finish.,,15,86,Western Cape,,,Café Culture 2009 Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cafe-culture-2009-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,2009,Café Culture 13.5,Red,Chile,"Spicy and dry on the nose, with red cherry, plum and candied sweetness. The palate has good body and feel, with medicinal plum and berry flavors along with an olive accent. Juicy and forward, with a lightly herbal finish.",Sepia Reserva,10,86,Maipo Valley,,,Vistamar 2009 Sepia Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistamar-2009-sepia-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Vistamar 13,White,US,"Dry and crisp in acidity, this Sauvignon Blanc shows pineapple and lime flavors, with a strong hit of gooseberry. May be too green for some, but it gets those tastebuds whistling.",,12,86,California,California Other,California,Geyser Peak 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2009-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Geyser Peak 14,Red,Chile,"Inky and tight smelling, with rubbery black-fruit aromas. The palate is full, tannic and a little choppy, but the flavors of olive, blackberry, black cherry and herbs are good. Finishes rustic and a touch salty, with good bounce and verve.",Natura,11,86,Rapel Valley,,,Emiliana 2009 Natura Syrah (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2009-natura-shiraz-syrah-syrah-rapel-valley/,Syrah,2009,Emiliana 13,White,Greece,"The exotic, slightly sweaty nose of this Sémillon-Assyrtiko blend mean it's going to stand out, and the rich, creamy tropical fruit flavors on the palate confirm it. A little heavy and slightly showy, the wine still has a great texture and an appealing spicy wood finish.",Ovilos,38,86,Pangeon,,,Estate Biblia Chora 2009 Ovilos White (Pangeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-biblia-chora-2009-ovilos-white-pangeon/,White Blend,2009,Estate Biblia Chora 12.5,White,New Zealand,"A simple, fresh and appealing Riesling, light to medium in body and off dry in style. Apple and citrus notes dominate, with some slightly riper melon notes evident as well. Drink over the next few years.",,19,86,Canterbury,,,Mt. Beautiful 2009 Riesling (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-beautiful-2009-riesling-canterbury/,Riesling,2009,Mt. Beautiful 14.8,Rose,US,"A gorgeously salmon-colored rosé made predominantly from Grenache (62%) co-fermented dry with Viognier (58%) out of Yolo County. The wine has a delicately pretty nose of peach and a light-medium body despite its 14.8% alcohol, though the finish falls off fast.",Button and Turkovich Vineyard,18,86,California,Central Valley,Yolo County,Midsummer Cellars 2010 Button and Turkovich Vineyard Rosé (Yolo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midsummer-cellars-2010-button-turkovich-vineyard-rose-central-valley-yolo-county/,Rosé,2010,Midsummer Cellars 12,White,France,"Dominated by herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc, this cool wine is a great alternative New Zealand Sauvignon. It has nettle and gooseberry flavors with an attractive poise and fresh acidity. Screwcap.",Sauvignon Blanc/Colombard,11,86,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine de Ballade 2009 Sauvignon Blanc/Colombard Colombard-Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ballade-2009-sauvignon-blanc-colombard-white-blend-colombard-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Colombard-Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Domaine de Ballade 8.5,White,Germany,"Dr. L has developed into the sort of consistent, large-production wine consumers can depend on when faced with an otherwise unknown array of wines. The 2009 is off dry, with crisp acidity, lime and pineapple flavors and a mouthwatering finish. Drink it over the next year or so.",Dr. L,12,86,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2009 Dr. L Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2009-l-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Loosen 13.5,Red,Italy,"A meaty note of bresaola or smoked bacon opens the nose of this hearty Aglianico. The wine offers black concentration and rich aromas of sweet spice, blackberry jam, crushed pepper, milky chocolate and sour cherry.",,16,86,Southern Italy,Campania,,Donnachiara 2007 Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnachiara-2007-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,2007,Donnachiara 14.5,Red,US,"A little sharp and one-dimensional, but it shows ripe flavors of blackberries and black currants, enhanced with toasty oak. At its best now.",,23,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Black Stallion 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-stallion-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Black Stallion 14.6,Red,US,"Nice blackberry, mocha, teriyaki beef and pepper flavors in this dry, smoothly tannic wine. It's too soft to show development in the bottle, but is pretty good for drinking now.",,24,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Taj 2007 Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taj-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2007,Taj 13.8,Red,US,"Dry and brittle, with some sharp tannic edges. Yet it's good and ripe in blackberries, cherries, currants and cedar. Decent price for a Napa Cab.",Claret,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Steltzner 2008 Claret Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steltzner-2008-claret-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Steltzner 13,White,Chile,"Minerally on the nose but also slightly pickled, with a wet but basic tasting palate that is a touch dilute as it deals grapefruit and lime flavors. Finishes clean, fruity and a bit sweet.",,15,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Loma Larga 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loma-larga-2010-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Loma Larga 13.5,White,Italy,"La Casa dell'Orco offers an interesting interpretation of Fiano that is slightly bigger and fatter than most. This golden wine opens with aromas of mature fruit, melon, apricot and a spicy touch of freshly cut grass at the very end. It moves smoothly over the mouth and shows medium intensity.",,22,86,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,La Casa Dell'Orco 2009 Fiano di Avellino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-dellorco-2009-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2009,La Casa Dell'Orco ,Red,US,"Sharp, simple and candied, with blackberry jam and cola flavors. The tannins are rugged, and the wine finishes with a scour of acidity. Seems at its best now.",Yverdon Vineyard,65,86,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 2007 Yverdon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2007-yverdon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Terra Valentine 14.5,Red,US,"A dry, tannic Zinfandel from Amador, fairly large production at 14,000 cases a year, with enough blueberry, sweet black olive and spice on the finish to make the whole package a nicely made bottling from a Sierra Foothills Zin specialist.",,18,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Terra d'Oro 2007 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-doro-2007-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Terra d'Oro 14.2,White,US,"This blend of Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay brims with spicy tangerine, orange cream and vanilla flavors. It's very rich, yet dry, while brisk acidity makes the finish clean. Not terribly complex, but an agreeable wine.",Cuvée Blanc,21,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Scott Cellars 2009 Cuvée Blanc Pinot Blanc-Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-cellars-2009-cuvee-blanc-white-blend-pinot-blanc-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Blanc-Chardonnay,2009,Scott Cellars 14,White,Chile,"Peachy and solid on the nose, with a pinch of oak and white pepper. The palate is generally smooth, with sweet spiced apple and pithy flavors. Banana, pith, vanilla and melon flavors work the finish, which starts out strong then breaks up on the fade.",Reserve,14,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Ema 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2009-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Santa Ema 13.6,Red,US,"Vinified in California with grapes purchased from Willamette Valley sources, this is a pleasant, quaffable wine, with simple red fruit and grippy acids. The flavors seem to get stuck in the back of the throat, a bottleneck of acid and red berry. Don't look for the breadth or sweetness of California Pinot Noir here, but you will find texture and nuance.",,,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,MacMurray Ranch 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,MacMurray Ranch 11.5,White,France,"Fresh, crisp, herbaceous, and with an attractive perfumed character, this is a great value from southwest France. Acidity finishes this fine apéritif wine. Screwcap.",Colombelle,9,86,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Producteurs Plaimont 2010 Colombelle White (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2010-colombelle-white-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2010,Producteurs Plaimont 13.9,White,US,"A rich Amador County estate-grown Viognier with a touch of diesel on the nose balanced out by honey and peach, this wine spent time barrel fermenting in French and American oak and would go well seafood or, as the winery suggests, pepper steak.",,15,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2009 Viognier (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2009-viognier-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Viognier,2009,Sobon Estate 14,Red,South Africa,"There's a nice spicy character that appears throughout the nose and mouth of this wine, lifted by juicy black berry and plum fruit flavors. Medium weight with solid acidity and balanced alcohol. Drink now.",Guillermo,18,86,Swartland,,,Painted Wolf 2009 Guillermo Pinotage (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/painted-wolf-2009-guillermo-pinotage-swartland/,Pinotage,2009,Painted Wolf 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's a very well priced Falanghina with overt and very mature aromas of apricot, peach and sweet honey. It feels smooth and silky and ends with a blast of yellow fruit flavors.",,12,86,Southern Italy,Taburno,,Ocone 2009 Falanghina (Taburno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ocone-2009-italian-white-falanghina-taburno/,Falanghina,2009,Ocone ,Red,US,"Barrel fermented and left on the lees for 10 months, this fruity, fleshy, creamy wine tastes of citrus (oranges) and tropical (banana) fruits, and still shows the unresolved tannins from the barrels. It's slightly bitter as a result, and will profit from additional bottle age or decanting.",,16,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Wiliam Augustus 2009 Viognier-Marsanne (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wiliam-augustus-2009-rhone-style-white-blend-viognier-marsanne-southern-rogue-valley/,Viognier-Marsanne,2009,Wiliam Augustus 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Round and generous in the mouth, despite lacking some fruity intensity. Hints of root vegetables and herbal notes lend character, finishing crisp.",,23,86,Marlborough,,,Whitehaven 2007 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehaven-2007-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2007,Whitehaven ,Red,US,"Soft, almost silky, this pale and pretty wine shows light cherry and chocolate flavors. Hints of ash and cola seep into the finish, along with herb and dried leaf.",Estate,32,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,White Rose 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-rose-2008-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,White Rose ,Red,Chile,"Overall this is one concentrated, hefty, grapey youngster that's unfiltered and untamed. The palate is lush, heavy and tannic, while the flavors are grapey and saturated. Finishes with chunky dark berry flavors as elegance and timidity are nowhere to be found.",Unfiltered,16,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Lomas del Valle 2010 Unfiltered Malbec (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lomas-valle-2010-unfiltered-malbec-casablanca-valley/,Malbec,2010,Lomas del Valle ,White,Chile,"Opens with aromas of lettuce, underripe peach and mineral water. The palate is healthy and crisp, with lemony acids and fresh flavors of green fruits and lettuce leaf. Clean but lightly bitter.",,13,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Lomas del Valle 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lomas-valle-2010-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Lomas del Valle 14,White,South Africa,"Ripe pineapple, juicy peach and Key lime flavors fill the medium-weight mouth, while a soft accent of peach pit develops on the finish. Balanced and straightforward; drink now.",,19,86,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Morgenhof 2009 Chardonnay (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgenhof-2009-chardonnay-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2009,Morgenhof 14,Red,Chile,"After a murky, rubbery opening, it finds its slot, which is standard-issue red-berry aromas and flavors. On the edges there are notes of pepper, herbs, vanilla and cocoa. Fresh, snappy, juicy wine. Seems complete and solid.",Reserva,11,86,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Morandé 14.1,Red,US,"A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Syrah, this wine is very rich and extracted in pie-filling fruit flavors. The grapes certainly had no trouble getting ripe. It's a little heavy and soft in the mouth, and not likely to age, so drink now.",Syncopation,36,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Mojon's Bench 2007 Syncopation Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mojons-bench-2007-syncopation-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Mojon's Bench 13,White,Italy,"From vineyards near the dangerous Vesuvius volcano, this crisp white wine is direct, clean, easy-going and food friendly. It opens with citrus, tangerine and stone fruit aromas.",,17,86,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2009 White (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2009-white-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,White Blend,2009,Feudi di San Gregorio 14,Red,Greece,"This red has a native spin that gives it extra, exotic appeal. Pepper, mint and cherry on the nose are followed by flavors of tobacco, spicebox and red berry flavors. Lively, with a cheerful berry finish, it will pair well with lamb, pasta.",Areti,29,86,Pangeon,,,Estate Biblia Chora 2007 Areti Agiorgitiko (Pangeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-biblia-chora-2007-areti-greek-red-agiorgitiko-pangeon/,Agiorgitiko,2007,Estate Biblia Chora ,Sparkling,France,"This is Baumard's entry-level sparkling wine, with ripe, soft fruit, a creamy texture with some attractive weight and flavors of apples and pears.",Carte Turquoise,,86,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Domaine des Baumard NV Carte Turquoise Sparkling (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-nv-carte-turquoise-sparkling-cremant/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine des Baumard 13,White,France,"A ripe, buttery style of wine, with yellow fruit, toast and a ripe, almost honeyed character. The finish displays some light, zesty acidity.",,,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Prissé,,Domaine de la Feuillarde 2008 Mâcon-Prissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-feuillarde-2008-chardonnay-macon-prisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine de la Feuillarde 12,White,France,"Classic southwest France Sauvignon Blanc, bright, fresh and citrus-flavored. Great for summer drinking, clean and delicious.",Reserve,8,86,Southwest France,Côtes de Gascogne,,Barton & Guestier 2010 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2010-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-cotes-gascogne/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Barton & Guestier ,Red,US,"Petite Syrah (as it is spelled here) is no longer an approved label—Petite Sirah is correct—but this wine takes a good run a capturing the power and pleasure of the grape. Dark and tannic, it brings in plum and a hint of prune, also chocolate and earth, with good balance.",Estate Reserve,48,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2008 Estate Reserve Petite Sirah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2008-estate-reserve-petite-sirah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Del Rio 14,Red,Chile,"Like all Terranoble reds, this begins with charred, lemony aromas of burnt toast, black coffee and smoke. As the oak blows off, it reveals an underbelly of black fruit, floral notes and exotic spices. It's deep and meaty, with blackberry and black cherry flavors. Finishes earthy and herbal, with black olive and chocolate flavors.",Gran Reserva,18,87,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 2008 Gran Reserva Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2008-gran-reserva-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2008,TerraNoble 13,Red,Italy,"Although those superfirm tannins do pop up on the end, this is a relatively smooth and fruit-forward expression of the austere Aglianico variety. Blackberry and maraschino cherry is surrounded by a drying aromatic embroidery of mineral and powdered spice.",,,87,Southern Italy,Campania,,Terredora 2008 Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2008-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,2008,Terredora 13,White,Greece,"This Viognier is a combination of peach and honeyed spice on the nose and palate. Refreshing but with a round, fragrant curve, the wine has a velvety texture and finishes with a spin of peach and tropical fruit.",Cuvée Larsinos,20,87,Peloponnese,,,Skouras 2009 Cuvée Larsinos Viognier (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2009-cuvee-larsinos-viognier-peloponnese/,Viognier,2009,Skouras 13.6,Red,Greece,"Anise, black cherry and allspice aromas give this Cabernet/Agiorgitiko blend a sultry start. On the palate, flavors of smoke, cedar, cherry and spice are integrated and smooth. A wine with panache and indigenous character.",Megas Oenos,,87,Peloponnese,,,Skouras 2007 Megas Oenos Red (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2007-megas-oenos-red-peloponnese/,Red Blend,2007,Skouras 13.5,White,Chile,"Aromas of lemon, buttercup and mild oak support core baked apple and vanilla flavors. The wine offers good mouthfeel and overall balance, while the finish is lightly woody, long and honest. For Chile this is a tasty, well-made and balanced Chardonnay.",Private Reserve,13,87,Maule Valley,,,Viña el Aromo 2009 Private Reserve Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-el-aromo-2009-private-reserve-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Viña el Aromo 12.5,Red,Italy,"This is a tight, meaty Aglianico that offers a broad range of aromas that spans from black pepper to green olive to mature black cherry. The wine's solid structure makes it a good match to lamb or stewed game meat.",Tenuta Rocca dei Leoni,,87,Southern Italy,Campania,,Villa Matilde 2007 Tenuta Rocca dei Leoni Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2007-tenuta-rocca-leoni-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,2007,Villa Matilde 12.5,Red,Italy,"Made with a 70-30 blend of Montepulciano and Nero di Troia grapes (the first adds softness and the latter gives structure), Rupicolo is a bargain buy and a great pairing partner to oven-roasted pasta or meatloaf. It's an easygoing wine but its natural density and sunny insides help give it a modern, New World feel.",Rupicolo,12,87,Southern Italy,Castel del Monte,,Rivera 2008 Rupicolo Red (Castel del Monte),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivera-2008-rupicolo-red-castel-monte/,Red Blend,2008,Rivera 14.5,Red,Chile,"Cassis, olive and a hint of nail polish make for a solid, Chilean-style nose. The palate has a firm, juicy feel and nice flavors of raspberry and plum followed by secondary notes of woodspice and vanilla. Peppery and a little resiny on the finish.",Gran Reserva de Los Andes,15,87,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2008 Gran Reserva de Los Andes Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2008-gran-reserva-los-andes-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Santa Alicia 14.5,Red,US,"Lots to like in this Cabernet, at a great price for the quality. It's dry and smooth, with classic Cabernet flavors of blackberries, currants and smoky oak. A great house wine or a restaurant by-the-glass pour.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Valley of the Moon 13,Rose,Italy,"This pomegranate-pink Cerasuolo from central Italy opens with spicy aromas of chopped herb, cassis and raspberry and ends with cooling acidity on the close. The mouthfeel shows balanced density and smoothness.",,,87,Central Italy,Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo,,Talamonti 2010 Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talamonti-2010-rose-cerasuolo-dabruzzo/,Rosé,2010,Talamonti 13.5,White,Chile,"Piquant aromas mix with dusty apple on the nose. The palate is tangy and zingy, with green apple, pineapple and lemony flavors. More simple and straightforward than complex, but well made and spans the 3 Z's: zest, zap and zing.",Reserva,11,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2010 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2010-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Morandé 12,Red,Italy,"Made with a unique blend of Aglianico, Piedirosso and Sciascinoso grapes, Mastro is a plush and food-friendly red wine that would wash down with easy meat dishes or lasagna. The wine ends with a hint of chopped herb or smoked bacon.",Mastro,,87,Southern Italy,Campania,,Mastroberardino 2009 Mastro Red (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2009-mastro-red-campania/,Red Blend,2009,Mastroberardino 13,Rose,Italy,"This beautiful rosé opens with a pretty pink color and offers direct aromas of cranberry, raspberry, white cherry, almond skin and slight shadings of cinnamon spice. The mouthfeel is crisp, clean and shows medium structure and endurance.",Lacrimarosa,,87,Southern Italy,Campania,,Mastroberardino 2009 Lacrimarosa Rosé (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2009-lacrimarosa-rose-campania/,Rosé,2009,Mastroberardino 12.5,White,Italy,Ocone farms organically and this newest vintage of Greco shows interesting aromas of toasted almond and stone fruit offset by citrus and white flower. The wine is fresh and lemony on the close.,,13,87,Southern Italy,Taburno,,Ocone 2009 Greco (Taburno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ocone-2009-italian-white-greco-taburno/,Greco,2009,Ocone 14.9,Red,US,"A controversial wine, tasted twice. It's soft and tannic, with candied cherry-berry, mocha and sweet oak flavors. Seems at once dull and powerful. Hard to know where it's going, but the benefit of the doubt suggests 4–5 years in the cellar.",Red Label,170,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mockingbird 2007 Red Label Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mockingbird-2007-red-label-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Mockingbird ,Red,US,"Light and balanced, this Pinot Noir is from Illinois Valley vineyards in southwest Oregon—quite different from the Willamette Valley sites that are most often associated with Oregon wines. It's a delicate wine, with 13% alcohol, and a mouthfeel much like a simple Bourgogne. A fine choice for everyday drinking with poultry dishes.",,18,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Foris 2008 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Foris 13,White,Greece,"This fumé has a zesty character, with aromas of tropical fruit and flowers and fresh, fun flavors of peach, citrus and pineapple. The oak offers spice for added character, and clean acidity makes it a great find for fresh, summer meals.",,35,87,Epanomi,,,Gerovassiliou 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Epanomi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerovassiliou-2009-sauvignon-blanc-epanomi/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Gerovassiliou 14.5,White,Italy,"From the rare Pallagrello grape, this is a wine that will appeal to those looking for new tastes from Italy. You can feel the alcohol here but the heat is downplayed by the wine's naturally thick and rich texture. Pair this wine with creamy pasta dishes to match the intensity of the mouthfeel.",Acquavigna,16,87,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Fattoria Selvanova 2009 Acquavigna Pallagrello (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-selvanova-2009-acquavigna-italian-white-pallagrello-terre-volturno/,Pallagrello,2009,Fattoria Selvanova ,White,Germany,"Enlivened by a touch of CO2, this is a light, crisp kabinett that comes close to epitomizing the style. Lime and green apple flavors, a good balance between sugar and acid, with a hints of citrus pith on the finish.",Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett,15,87,Mosel,,,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 2009 Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heidemanns-bergweiler-2009-bernkasteler-badstube-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler ,Red,France,"86-88 Fine fruit, lovely black currant character, with fine acidity and great freshness. A delicious wine. There is some Carmenère in the blend.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château de Fonbel 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fonbel-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château de Fonbel ,Red,France,"86-88 Sweet, soft fruit, ripe and attractive, with some spice and fresh tannins. The wine is open, already developing.",Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Balestard la Tonnelle 2010 Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-balestard-tonnelle-2010-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Balestard la Tonnelle 13,Red,France,"The hot, overweight 2003 vintage has not been kind to this licorice- and dark chocolate-flavored wine. It is dry, firm, while still garishly rich. If you have it, drink it now.",,25,87,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fourcas Hosten 2003 Listrac-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fourcas-hosten-2003-listrac-medoc-130228/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Château Fourcas Hosten 13,White,Italy,"This easy blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon and Trebbiano gets its name from the ancient Roman city of Satricum. The wine opens with a luminous golden color and bright aromas of stone fruit, melon and almond skin.",Satrico,16,87,Central Italy,Lazio,,Casale del Giglio 2009 Satrico White (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casale-giglio-2009-satrico-white-lazio/,White Blend,2009,Casale del Giglio ,White,US,"Crisp and palate-cleansing, this southern Oregon Pinot Gris shows a nice mix of green berries, tree fruit and even some unripe banana. Good concentration and length, with a finish that invites the next sip immediately.",,16,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2009 Pinot Gris (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Del Rio 13.5,White,South Africa,"Green plum skins, bitter lime pith, hay and pepper all dominate the nose with barely a hint of ripe fruit to be found. The mouth, however, offers a bit more ripeness to the lime and plum flavors, fleshing out the medium-weight mouth and adding depth to the wine.",Terra D'Aria,12,87,Durbanville,,,D'Aria 2009 Terra D'Aria Sauvignon Blanc (Durbanville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daria-2009-terra-sauvignon-blanc-durbanville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,D'Aria 14.1,Red,US,"Somewhat lean and dry, a wine whose tobacco, pepper and herb flavors overshadow its cherries and red currants. Call it elegant, and drink now and over the next few years.",Reserve,55,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos du Val 2007 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2007-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Clos du Val 14.3,Red,US,"Calera's basic Central Coast Pinot is a good, drily crisp wine, showing some real elegance. A little heavy, it shows cherry, red currant, herb, tobacco, teriaki beef and sandalwood flavors. Drink now. More than 12,000 cases were produced.",,24,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2009 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Calera 12,White,Italy,"Chardonnay and Sauvignon grapes are blended to produce this fragrant white wine from Calabria, southern Italy. The Chardonnay component adds structure and creamy density, while the Sauvignon offers fresh floral aromas.",Critone,,87,Southern Italy,Val di Neto,,Librandi 2009 Critone White (Val di Neto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-2009-critone-white-val-neto/,White Blend,2009,Librandi 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Here's a satiny, approachable red blend with notes of black currant, brandy-soaked cherry and a touch of vanilla bean on the nose and mouth. A savory peppery spice reveals itself on the end, with moderate tannins lingering through the close.",Ecurie,20,87,Stellenbosch,,,Hartenberg 2008 Ecurie Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartenberg-2008-ecurie-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2008,Hartenberg ,White,US,"This Pinot Grigio is crisply acidic and dry, with exotic flavors of yellow apricots, tangerines and spicy golden mangoes. It shows toasty, caramelized notes. Refreshing now as a cocktail sipper.",Cold Creek,18,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Laird 2009 Cold Creek Pinot Grigio (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laird-2009-cold-creek-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Laird 13.3,Dessert,US,"A fantastically sweet wine, with very high residual sugar. Dazzles with honey, tangerine, apricot and vanilla flavors, but could use extra concentration to earn a higher score.",Noble Wrath Late Harvest,33,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2008 Noble Wrath Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2008-noble-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Wrath ,Red,US,"Juicy and acidic, the Appellation Series Pinot Noir offers more than just a hint of tomato leaf and pungent herb. Orange peel, citrus and tangy berry fruit flavors highlight a wine of medium concentration and length.",Appellation Series,44,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,White Rose 2008 Appellation Series Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-rose-2008-appellation-series-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,White Rose 14.9,Red,US,"A dark, rich, concentrated wine that's not particularly Pinot-like in body. It's more like a Rhône wine. But it's good and savory, with cherry and blackberry jam, baked pie crust and spicy sandalwood flavors that turn overripe and raisiny as you swallow.",Hillside Vineyard,125,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Wedell Cellars 2007 Hillside Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wedell-cellars-2007-hillside-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Wedell Cellars 14,Red,Chile,"Berry, hickory and milk chocolate aromas yield smoky darkness with candied sweetness. The palate is staunch, but those chocolate and berry flavors hinted at up front reappear and finish in medicinal fashion. A sweet and creamy wine but also one that's hard and tannic. 70% Cab with 30% Syrah.",Gran Reserva,20,87,Maipo Valley,,,Vistamar 2007 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistamar-2007-gran-reserva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2007,Vistamar ,Red,France,"Structured wine, made from young vines, with minerality as well as intense fruit flavors. Firm tannins underlie red plum fruitiness.",Les Petites Roches,,87,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2009 Les Petites Roches (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2009-petites-roches-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Charles Joguet 13.5,Red,France,"A rich, smoky wine, full of bitter chocolate flavors as well as plum jam. The tannins give structure to this well-balanced wine, which will age over the next 1–2 years.",,15,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Barton & Guestier 2009 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2009-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Barton & Guestier 14,Red,South Africa,"Mocha is the dominating characteristic of this wine, with notes of cherry pie filling, black raspberry and sweet cigar tobacco playing against it. Creamy and full in the mouth with fine tannins that linger through the long finish. Drink now.",,15,87,Western Cape,,,Barista 2009 Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barista-2009-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,2009,Barista ,Red,France,86-88 Intense wood aromas that are translated through to the palate. This is all smoky plank and structure.,Barrel sample,,87,Bordeaux,Listrac-Médoc,,Château Fonréaud 2010 Barrel sample (Listrac-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonreaud-2010-barrel-sample-red-listrac-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Fonréaud 13.5,Red,US,"Quite a good wine, dry and firm in tannins, with a certain distinguished elegance. It has pleasant black and red cherry fruit, cola and sandalwood flavors, but would benefit from greater complexity and interest. Drink now.",,35,87,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Matanzas Creek 2007 Merlot (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2007-merlot-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Merlot,2007,Matanzas Creek 14,Red,Italy,"This is a meaty, chewy, succulent and slightly sweet rendition of Primitivo from sunny southern Italy that is redolent of jammy fruit and blackberry pie. Those ripe tones continue to the mouth where the wine feels soft, plush and smooth.",,,87,Southern Italy,Primitivo di Manduria,,Matané 2008 Primitivo di Manduria,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matane-2008-zinfandel-primitivo-primitivo-manduria/,Primitivo,2008,Matané 12.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a bright and fruit-forward red wine from Mt. Vesuvius that offers lively notes of cherry, mature raspberry, spice and almond paste. It's a no-fuss wine that drinks easily and quickly.",,,87,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Mastroberardino 2009 Piedirosso (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2009-italian-red-piedirosso-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,Piedirosso,2009,Mastroberardino 12.5,White,Italy,"Next time you're looking for a fresh Italian white to pair with your favorite foods, try the little-known Coda di Volpe (“tail of the fox”) grape that makes its home under the shadow of Mt. Vesuvius. This expression offers citrus, peach and pear aromas.",,,87,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Mastroberardino 2009 Coda di Volpe (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2009-italian-white-coda-volpe-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,Coda di Volpe,2009,Mastroberardino 14.2,White,US,"Made in the popular style, with loads of sweet, smoky oak that dominate everything. Shows buttered toast and vanilla flavors plastered over the perfectly pleasant pineapples, lemons and minerals.",Keefer Ranch,22,87,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Novy 2009 Keefer Ranch Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2009-keefer-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Novy 14,Red,South Africa,"A blend of 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Shiraz, 14% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec, this clean, approachable red offers notes of black plum, cherry, cocoa and spice on the nose and mouth. A peppery heat on the tongue lingers through the medium finish, as do the dusty tannins.",The Left Bank,15,87,Western Cape,,,Neil Ellis 2009 The Left Bank Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2009-left-bank-red-western-cape/,Red Blend,2009,Neil Ellis 14,Red,South Africa,"Here's a medium-bodied red with approachable tannins and a spicy edge throughout. Ripe black plum and cassis aromas flood the bouquet, while flavors of cigar box and licorice spice unfold in the mouth and linger through the finish. Drink now.",,23,87,Stellenbosch,,,Neil Ellis 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Neil Ellis 13,Red,South Africa,"Lightweight but flavorful with sweet vanilla accents supporting the red fruit character. A touch of popcorn toast appears in the bouquet, while the finish exhibits sweet cola spice.",Minelli,26,87,Stellenbosch,,,Avontuur 2008 Minelli Pinot Noir (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avontuur-2008-minelli-pinot-noir-stellenbosch/,Pinot Noir,2008,Avontuur 14,Red,Greece,"Hearty aromas of tobacco, mint, strawberry and spice lead this ageable red from Alpha Estate. Slightly rustic overall but with appealing flavors of red berry, cherry, tobacco and cocoa, and a clean, spicy finish.",Reserve Vieilles Vignes,38,87,Amyndeon,,,Alpha Estate 2008 Reserve Vieilles Vignes Xinomavro (Amyndeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-estate-2008-reserve-vieilles-vignes-greek-red-xinomavro-amyndeon/,Xinomavro,2008,Alpha Estate 13.5,White,Italy,"Friulano is a wonderfully unique indigenous grape from northern Italy that deserves more attention among those searching for a food-friendly white wine with personality, persistency and staying power. This expression offers a lighthearted interpretation with aromas of yellow rose, almond skin, stone fruit and melon.",,22,87,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Tenuta Luisa 2009 Friulano (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-luisa-2009-italian-white-friulano-isonzo-del-friuli/,Friulano,2009,Tenuta Luisa 14.2,Red,US,"An easy Merlot for drinking now despite the firm tannins. Shows cherry, raisin, red licorice, cola and bacon flavors that finish just a bit sweet. Let it breathe for an hour or two before serving.",Estate,34,87,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Steltzner 2007 Estate Merlot (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steltzner-2007-estate-merlot-napa-stags-leap-district/,Merlot,2007,Steltzner 14.3,White,US,"Soft and creamy, with flavors of buttered toast, pineapple marmalade and candy corn. Made in the ripe, oaky, drink-me-now modern style.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Robert Mondavi 13.7,White,US,"Here's a pleasant, easy-to-drink Sauvignon Blanc. It shows lemon, lime and tart green apple flavors, finished with plenty of zesty acidity.",Sleeper,17,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sleeper Cellars 2009 Sleeper Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sleeper-cellars-2009-sleeper-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Sleeper Cellars 14.5,Red,Chile,"Opens with ample black fruit and coconutty oak aromas, herbs and black pepper dust. The palate has a fairly refined feel along with flavors of candied black fruits, coffee, coconut and pepper. Finishes with a creamy, lactic oak influence.",Ecos de Rulo,17,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2008 Ecos de Rulo Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2008-ecos-rulo-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,Viña Bisquertt 13.5,White,Chile,"Toasty but nice on the nose, with mineral, lemon, green banana and melon aromas to ponder. The palate is full but low in acidity, thus it's soft and starting to fade. In the meantime, there are woody, toasty flavors mixed with sweet pear and banana on the finish.",Reserva,12,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Veramonte 2009 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-2009-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Veramonte 14,Red,Chile,"Fairly earthy on the nose, with some compost and leafiness to go with chunky berry fruit aromas. The palate is full, simple, chunky and a touch choppy, with cherry, raspberry and vanilla flavors. Creamy if a bit sticky on the finish, but mature and ready to drink",Founder's Collection,40,87,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2006 Founder's Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2006-founders-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Undurraga 13.5,White,Italy,"Terredora is a dynamic, family-run winery with deep roots in Irpinia wine tradition. The Fiano di Avellino opens with mature yellow and exotic fruit aromas with background notes of dusty mineral and crushed granite.",,,87,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Terredora 2009 Fiano di Avellino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2009-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2009,Terredora 14.6,Red,US,"A blend of Grenache and Syrah, this is a soft, gentle wine. It's made for drinking now, and has delicious, forward flavors of cherry jam, red currants, milk chocolate and pie spices.",Hudson Vineyard Le Corbeau,28,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Elyse 2006 Hudson Vineyard Le Corbeau Red (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2006-hudson-vineyard-le-corbeau-red-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Elyse 13,Red,France,"Merlot-dominated wine, structured while also ripe. The fruit flavors reveal prune and black currant along with a light, dry smoky and tannic character.",,,87,Bordeaux,Canon-Fronsac,,Château Tour Canon 2008 Canon-Fronsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-canon-2008-red-canon-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Tour Canon 13,White,New Zealand,"Fresh and appealing, but definitely on the green side of the Sauvignon Blanc spectrum. This medium-bodied wine features pungent sweaty and grassy aromas, as well as leafy, green-tomato flavors. Drink now.",Awatere Valley,10,87,Marlborough,,,Clifford Bay 2009 Awatere Valley Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clifford-bay-2009-awatere-valley-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Clifford Bay 9,White,Germany,"This is relatively light in body despite an ample 9% abv. It's slightly sweet, yet shows a taut, wiry frame and crisp green apple and citrus flavors accented by hints of crushed stone.",Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett,29,87,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2009 Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2009-bernkasteler-badstube-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 13,White,Italy,"Donnachiara offers a bright and cheerful expression of Falanghina that is packed tight with exotic fruit, citrus, stone fruit and jasmine flower. It offers enough density in the mouth to pair with scallops or oysters.",,16,87,Southern Italy,Beneventano,,Donnachiara 2009 Falanghina (Beneventano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnachiara-2009-italian-white-falanghina-beneventano/,Falanghina,2009,Donnachiara 13,Red,Italy,"Made with Aglianico grapes, this elegantly pink rosé offers sweet berry aromas of raspberry and blueberry followed by floral notes and a touch of almond marzipan. The mouthfeel is tonic and clean and more berry flavors color the finish.",Ros'Aura,16,87,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2009 Ros'Aura Rosé (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2009-rosaura-rose-irpinia/,Rosé,2009,Feudi di San Gregorio 13,White,Italy,This is a crisp and pure expression of Falanghina with aromas of lemon zest and honeysuckle followed by crushed white stone and mature peach or melon. The wine would make a perfect companion to appetizers or sushi.,,18,87,Southern Italy,Sannio,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2009 Falanghina (Sannio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2009-italian-white-falanghina-sannio/,Falanghina,2009,Feudi di San Gregorio 14.5,Red,US,"A good, rich, everyday Pinot Noir. Doesn't seem all that much better than the winery's less inexpensive, non-reserve bottlings, but polished enough, with raspberry, cherry, cola and oak flavors.",Reserve,18,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Castle Rock 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Castle Rock 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a smokey, mineral-driven red wine from southern Italy that offers a solid, silky ride just until the end, when those jackhammer tannins hit. Pair this wine with a fatty or creamy meat dish to help balance the firmness of the structure.",Colli e Sole,,87,Southern Italy,Campania,,Castel dell'Angelo 2006 Colli e Sole Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castel-dellangelo-2006-colli-e-sole-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,2006,Castel dell'Angelo 13,White,South Africa,The mouthfeel of this wine is full and round despite lean flavors of tart tropical fruit and melon rind. The nose offers aromas of fresh herbs and green fruit that reappear on the finish. Drink now.,Professor Black,19,87,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 2010 Professor Black Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-2010-professor-black-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Warwick 11.5,White,Germany,"Although this is not particularly intense or complex, there's no denying its easy appeal. It's nearly dry, with a creamy midpalate and medium body, and features easy-to-like notes of apple, melon and citrus. Finishes refreshingly clean. Drink it over the next year or two.",Trocken,19,87,Mosel,,,Melsheimer 2009 Trocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melsheimer-2009-trocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Melsheimer 14.6,Red,US,"A smooth, ripe Syrah, easy and soft in the mouth, with richly extracted berry, mocha, white pepper and sandalwood flavors. It's a dry, balanced wine showing some real elegance.",,24,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Taj 2007 Syrah (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taj-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Syrah,2007,Taj 13.5,Red,Greece,"Black cherry and cinnamon on the nose lead into spicy red berry and coca flavors. This is a clean, easy-drinking red that will pair well with lighter dishes like poultry and ham.",Saint George,14,85,Nemea,,,Skouras 2008 Saint George Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2008-saint-george-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2008,Skouras ,Red,France,"84-86 Tough, only with tannins. Very hard wine, firm.",Barrel sample,,85,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Liversan 2010 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-liversan-2010-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2010,Château Liversan 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's an easy Fiano-based wine from the deep south of Italy. Puglia is not known for its white wines, but this expression does a good job of presenting the sunshine and intensity of the region. It's very thin, but also fresh in the mouth.",,15,85,Southern Italy,Salento,,Masseria Altemura 2008 Fiano (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masseria-altemura-2008-italian-white-fiano-salento/,Fiano,2008,Masseria Altemura 12,Sparkling,France,"An attractive wine. The Chardonnay is fresh, lightly mineral, with flavors of red apples, lemon zest and crisp acidity. A great party wine.",Cuvée Réservée Brut,10,85,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Barton & Guestier NV Cuvée Réservée Brut Chardonnay (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-nv-cuvee-reservee-brut-chardonnay-vin-mousseux/,Chardonnay,,Barton & Guestier ,Red,France,"Very fruity aromas, powered by black berry fruits. The palate is soft, ripe and fruity with black fruits and sweet tannins. The wine is supple, accessible. Screwcap.",Cuvée la Réserve,,85,France Other,Vin de France,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2009 Cuvée la Réserve Malbec (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2009-cuvee-reserve-malbec-vin/,Malbec,2009,Lionel Osmin & Cie 14,Red,Chile,"Sharp on the nose, with herbal, cabbage-like aromas. The palate is better, albeit rubbery in feel and infiltrated by bitter notes. Along the way, there's reasonably good berry fruit and then a piquant bite to the finish. Improves with airing; has its merits.",Armador,12,84,Maipo Valley,,,Odfjell 2009 Armador Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2009-armador-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2009,Odfjell 14,Red,Greece,"This red blend starts with aromas of cola, red berry and spice, followed by a refreshing blend of cherry, cedar and minerals. A spicy finish gives it a spirited end.",,36,84,Florina,,,Alpha Estate 2008 Red (Florina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-estate-2008-red-florina/,Red Blend,2008,Alpha Estate 12,Red,France,"Lightweight red from Gascony, with a touch of tannin, red berry fruits and crisp acidity. A red wine with an attractive bite.",Harmonie de Gascogne,,84,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine de Pellehaut 2008 Harmonie de Gascogne Red (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pellehaut-2008-harmonie-gascogne-red-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Red Blend,2008,Domaine de Pellehaut 12.5,Red,Italy,"This easy Montepulciano d'Abruzzo opens with ripe, jammy aromas of black cherry, blackberry pie and moist pipe tobacco. The wine is soft, slightly sweet and well structured on the close.",,12,84,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Vino dei Fratelli 2008 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-fratelli-2008-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2008,Vino dei Fratelli ,White,US,"Dull and thin, with watered-down peach and citrus flavors. No much going on in this Sauvignon Blanc.",Priest Ranch,24,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Somerston 2009 Priest Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/somerston-2009-priest-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Somerston 14.5,Red,Chile,"Leafy cherry aromas are herbal and a bit muddy. The palate is scratchy and on the heavy side, with candied, woody berry flavors. Feels a little syrupy and medicinal; basic on its best day.",Santa Digna Reserve,10,83,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2009 Santa Digna Reserve Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2009-santa-digna-reserve-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2009,Miguel Torres 10.5,Rose,France,"Soft, sweet rosé, with a caramel and sugared strawberry character. A light wine for those who want less alcohol than is found in a white Zinfandel.",Rosé,10,82,Loire Valley,Rosé d'Anjou,,Barton & Guestier 2009 Rosé (Rosé d'Anjou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2009-rose-other-red-grolleau-rose-danjou/,Grolleau,2009,Barton & Guestier ,White,US,"Smells a little vegetal, and tastes simple and sweet, like sugared water, with a squirt of citrus juice.",Vinifera,35,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tuck Beckstoffer 2007 Vinifera Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tuck-beckstoffer-2007-vinifera-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Tuck Beckstoffer 14.5,Red,US,"This is Cabernet Sauvignon lifted to greatness, an impeccable statement concerning this region of the high Mayacamas Mountains on the Sonoma side that, by law, is forced to bear a “valley” appellation. The wine is awesome, vast and complex, fascinating in every aspect, yet locked down in tough tannins that exaggerate the acidity, making the wine functionally undrinkable. It is a beautiful, classic Cabernet, very near perfect, and certainly one of the successes of the vintage. Don't even think of drinking it before 2014, and it should evolve in the bottle for a good 10 years after that.",Rockfall,75,99,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2007 Rockfall Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2007-rockfall-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Stonestreet 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is an elegant Nebbiolo-based wine and arguably the most feminine of Gaja's newest releases. There's extreme balance and sophistication evident in the focused aromas of wild berry, white licorice, pressed violets and polished stone. The mouthfeel is tight, firm and those tannins need at least 10 more years to soften in your cellar. Beautiful.",Sorì Tildìn,440,99,Piedmont,Langhe,,Gaja 2007 Sorì Tildìn Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaja-2007-sori-tildin-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2007,Gaja 13.5,White,Chile,"Overly perfumed, with burnt notes, wayward sulfur and acridness at the wine's core. The palate is fleshy and low in acidity, with bitterness to the white fruit flavors that are none too clean. Offers very little that's redeeming.",,9,80,Maule Valley,,,Viña el Aromo 2010 Viognier (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-el-aromo-2010-viognier-maule-valley/,Viognier,2010,Viña el Aromo 13.5,White,France,"A fine, elegant wine, with balanced toast and acidity, great ripe apricot flavors along with spice from the toast, acidity, citrus and a hint of ginger. Still very young, this pure fruited wine could age over 6–10 years.",Les Pucelles Premier Cru,260,95,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2008 Les Pucelles Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2008-pucelles-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Leflaive ,Red,US,"Very rich, ripe and complex, showing a near-perfect display of flavors and textures. The riper blackberries and black cherries have a chewy, meaty edge, with notes of cola and bacon. Very fine tannins and acidity suggest midterm to longterm aging, but it's a splendid sipper now. Should develop through 2018, at least.",Bosche,70,95,California,Napa,Rutherford,Freemark Abbey 2006 Bosche Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2006-bosche-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Freemark Abbey 13.5,White,France,"The magnificent wines from the Marquis de Laguiche estate are produced by Joseph Drouhin. This Morgeot is rich, intense, beautifully concentrated. It has toast, apricot and peach fruits to go with its tight mineral texture. Delicious now, but will age for many years.",Marquis de Laguiche Morgeot Premier Cru,99,95,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 2007 Marquis de Laguiche Morgeot Premier Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2007-marquis-laguiche-morgeot-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2007,Joseph Drouhin 13,White,France,"This Grand Cru within a Grand Cru is a magnificent, opulent wine. It has all the power of a great white Burgundy, the richness allied to minerality and then given weight by toast, yellow fruits and a pure, straight line of acidity.",Clos des Hospices Dans Les Clos Grand Cru,110,95,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 2008 Clos des Hospices Dans Les Clos Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-christian-moreau-pere-fils-2008-clos-hospices-dans-clos-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 14.5,Red,US,"So delicious, so dazzlingly seductive, it's impossible not to fall in love with this wine. It detonates on the palate with an explosion of cherries and raspberries, and wonderfully smoky, buttery complexities from oak. Drily crisp and finely structured in smooth, dense tannins, it offers great pleasure now, and should develop over the next 6–8 years. Production was low, but it's worth a search.",Doctor's Vineyard,56,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2009 Doctor's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-doctors-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Testarossa 14.2,Red,US,"Extremely tannic at the age of five years, and that astringency accentuates the dryness, making the wine austere and distant. It has a dense, complex core of blackberries, coated with immaculately fine, sweet oak. Feels important and dramatic, but too young. Begs to be housed in a good cellar for a good eight years.",Le Desir,300,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Verité 2006 Le Desir Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verite-2006-le-desir-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Verité 14.5,Red,Italy,"Purchased by the Gaja family in 1967, the Costa Russi vineyard produces elegant expressions of Nebbiolo with beautifully saturated, sun-drenched flavors. Indeed, this vintage shows wild berry with beautiful background renderings of smoke and graphite. Five percent Barbera is added and the wine shows amazing harmony and sophistication with bright acidity and firm tannins. It will only become more beautiful in time.",Costa Russi,420,95,Piedmont,Langhe,,Gaja 2006 Costa Russi Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaja-2006-costa-russi-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2006,Gaja 14.5,Red,US,"A dramatic wine, authoritative in tannins, bone dry and noble. Withholds its best under a cloak of astringency, but already shows its mountain terroir in the complexity of its structure and deep, intense blackberry, currant, blueberry and dried herb flavors. Should develop bottle complexities for at least a decade and probably longer.",Monument Ridge,45,96,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2007 Monument Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2007-monument-ridge-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Stonestreet 14.5,Red,US,"An absolutely first-rate Cabernet that not only shows the big tannins and ageworthiness of Howell Mountain, but is made in a dry style that calls to mind a fine Left Bank Bordeaux. It's a big wine, voluminous in tannins and extremely mouth-filling, and the blackberry and cassis flavors have elements of dried herbs, minerals, tobacco and cedar. Already throwing some sediment, it should develop in the bottle for at least the next eight years.",,65,96,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Stephen & Walker 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Stephen & Walker 14.5,Red,US,"Grown in a portion of the winery's considerable holdings in the high Mayacamas range, this Cabernet is ridiculously rich and flamboyant in black currant flavors, wrapped into the ripest, densest, sweetest tannins imaginable. Exceptionally vibrant, intense and compact, it will develop bottle complexity for a good 15 years.",Christopher's,100,96,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2007 Christopher's Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2007-christophers-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Stonestreet 14.5,Red,US,"From the winery's Phinny Hill vineyard, the Columbia Rediviva is 48% Cabernet Sauvignon and 52% Syrah. Complex and satiny, it's a riveting wine, inky and bursting with a sensuous mix of berry, cassis, mocha, loam, cinnamon and spice. Tremendous density and depth; despite its youth the wine curls around the tongue like thick smoke, showing more and more detail.",Columbia Rediviva,48,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Buty 2007 Columbia Rediviva Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2007-columbia-rediviva-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2007,Buty ,White,US,"This is as good as the best from California—textural, creamy, a delicious mix of lemon custard, meringue, caramel, papaya and toasted coconut. At one quarter the price of comparable bottles, this young wine just seduces from the instant it hits the tongue.",Lola,30,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Efeste 2009 Lola Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2009-lola-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Efeste 14.5,Red,Italy,"Conteisa is a Barolo-inspired wine from Angelo Gaja (with 8% Barbera) that opens with very attractive and approachable aromas of red fruit, tobacco, leather, moist earth and black licorice. There's a youthful element to the personality (that hints at a long aging future ahead) backed by silky, but firm tannins and beautifully crisp acidity. The wine will be at its best after 2018.",Conteisa,215,97,Piedmont,Langhe,,Gaja 2006 Conteisa Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaja-2006-conteisa-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2006,Gaja 15.9,Red,US,"Tasted blind in a large group of Napa Valley Cabernets, this one stood out for sheer power and authority. It's absolutely delicious, dazzling showing blackberry tart, cherry pie with the sweet, smoky crust, cassis and baking spice flavors, wrapped into wonderfully thick, fine tannins. Pure California fruit, but dry, balanced and nuanced. A classic, but high-alcohol haters will find plenty to complain about. Drink now–2020.",Reserve,85,97,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Black Coyote 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-coyote-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Black Coyote 14.5,Red,US,"Pretty much as good as any Cabernet out there, if not better, and at a fraction of the price you'll pay for the “cults.” If there was ever a wine made for the cellar, it's this one, the antidote for those who consider California Cabernet a simple fruit bomb. Completely dry, with exquisite tannins, its blackberry, currant, red licorice and oak-inspired flavors are massive and classic. Hard to exaggerate how good this fine wine is. Drink 2013–2020 and beyond.",Black Cougar Ridge,75,97,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2007 Black Cougar Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2007-black-cougar-ridge-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Stonestreet 14.7,Red,US,"Massive essence of Cabernet Sauvignon, a triumph. Shows huge waves of blackberries, black currants and cassis, dark chocolate, earthy minerals and considerable oak, which is tasteful and unobtrusive, With its dryness and perfect balance, it will easily negotiate the years. Should be fine well past the year 2020.",La Joie,300,98,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Verité 2006 La Joie Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verite-2006-joie-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Verité 14.5,Red,Italy,Sperss (the name is inspired by the local word for “nostalgia”) is a vineyard located in the Barolo territory of Serralunga. Angelo Gaja adds 6% Barbera to the wine for brightness and freshness but the overall ensemble shows so much more than that. It delivers sophisticated softness and a velvety texture that is backed by exotic spice and loads of wild berry and licorice. Add huge depth and intensity and you have the criteria for a cellar-worthy wine. Will be ready to drink after 2020.,Sperss,255,98,Piedmont,Langhe,,Gaja 2006 Sperss Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaja-2006-sperss-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2006,Gaja 14.5,Red,Italy,"Always a standout among Gaja's five single-vineyard wines, Sorì San Lorenzo benefits from an excellent vintage to produce what will surely become a must-have bottle for collectors of Italian wine. There's enormous beauty and elegance here, backed by power and intensity with ripe fruit, spice, toasted nut and cola. It also shows impressive linearity and focus. Hold for 10 years or more.",Sorì San Lorenzo,440,99,Piedmont,Langhe,,Gaja 2007 Sorì San Lorenzo Nebbiolo (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaja-2007-sori-san-lorenzo-nebbiolo-langhe/,Nebbiolo,2007,Gaja 13.5,White,Chile,"Oxidized and mute, with mushy, nutty flavors and a similar finish. An underperformer that lacks freshness, purity and character.",,12,80,Casablanca Valley,,,Root:1 2009 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/root-1-2009-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Root:1 13.5,Red,Chile,"Green and funky smelling, with a grassy, tomato character. Sticky and unctuous on the palate, with a strange, weedy set of red fruit flavors. Finishes creamy and weak; barely acceptable but still not fresh or well balanced.",Selected Varietal,12,80,Maipo Valley,,,Indomita 2009 Selected Varietal Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indomita-2009-selected-varietal-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2009,Indomita 14.3,Red,US,"Tastes old, tired and vegetal, with modest berry flavors. It's also too soft and sweet. The alcohol seems higher and hotter than the official reading of 14.3%.",,29,80,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Estrella Creek 2005 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estrella-creek-2005-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2005,Estrella Creek 14,White,Chile,Heavy and soupy in its current state. This is one chunked-out white wine that is barely hanging on with flavors of papaya and dried-out peach. Has lost whatever freshness it may have had.,La Joya Reserve,12,80,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2008 La Joya Reserve Viognier (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2008-joya-reserve-viognier-colchagua-valley/,Viognier,2008,Viña Bisquertt ,Red,Chile,"Smells strange, as if juniper berries were blended with tomato and weedy red fruits. Scratchy and herbal in the mouth, with game and other oddball flavors. Finishes gummy and confected, with a final blast of green herbs and weeds.",Selection,16,80,Central Valley,,,Corinto 2009 Selection Syrah (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corinto-2009-selection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley/,Syrah,2009,Corinto 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Made with Gragnano grapes from sunny Sorrento, this sparkling red wine opens with aromas of dark chocolate, blackberry, smoked ham and Band-Aid. It's a strange combination for a bubbly wine that sees firm tannins awkwardly placed within its creamy perlage.",Versacrum,16,81,Southern Italy,Penisola Sorrentina,,Sorrentino 2009 Versacrum Gragnano (Penisola Sorrentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorrentino-2009-versacrum-italian-red-gragnano-penisola-sorrentina/,Gragnano,2009,Sorrentino 13.5,Red,Chile,"Opens with acrid, rubbery aromas. The mouth shows astringency and generic, rubbery berry fruit. Finishes with burnt flavors and bitterness. Ultimately it's bringing the minimum in terms of what's expected.",Private Reserve,13,81,Maule Valley,,,Viña el Aromo 2009 Private Reserve Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-el-aromo-2009-private-reserve-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2009,Viña el Aromo 15.8,Red,US,"Hot in alcohol, acidic and sweet in raspberries and cherries, this bizarre wine does not advance the argument for Sangiovese in California.",Sand Dune,28,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Scott Cellars 2008 Sand Dune Sangiovese (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-cellars-2008-sand-dune-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sangiovese,2008,Scott Cellars 13.8,Red,US,"So acidic, it's like a flame thrower down the tongue, like somebody spilled too much acid into the vat. With raspberry and cherry flavors, it has the taste of a sweet and sour throat lozange.",,22,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Victor Hugo 2007 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/victor-hugo-2007-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Victor Hugo 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Sauvignon Blanc has never been a focus at Kumeu River, and this is an overly lean, green and underripe rendering.",,19,81,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2009-sauvignon-blanc-kumeu/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Kumeu River 13,White,Italy,"This strange wine opens with a bright gold, almost amber color and a surprisingly neutral nose. There's nothing wrong with the wine, in fact in the mouth, it leaves resiny aromas of butterscotch, exotic fruit and candied banana.",Strione,,81,Southern Italy,Campania,,Cantine Astroni 2007 Strione Falanghina (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-astroni-2007-strione-italian-white-falanghina-campania/,Falanghina,2007,Cantine Astroni 13.5,Red,US,Just barely acceptable for its medicinal taste and harsh texture. Shows some sweet blackberries on the finish.,,7,81,California,California Other,California,flipflop 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flipflop-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,flipflop 13.5,White,Chile,"Tan in color and bland as a whole, with vanilla and pear aromas that do little to allure or entice. Strained and pickled tasting, with a heavy, overdone overall style. Pushes the definition of “acceptable.”",Queulat Gran Reserva,15,81,Casablanca Valley,,,Ventisquero 2009 Queulat Gran Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventisquero-2009-queulat-gran-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Ventisquero 14.2,Rose,US,Sugary sweet and cloying in raspberry jelly flavor. More of a simple dessert wine than a rosé.,Rock N Rosé Zinfandel,20,81,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Headbanger 2010 Rock N Rosé Zinfandel Rosé (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/headbanger-2010-rock-n-rose-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Rosé,2010,Headbanger 13.5,Red,Germany,"Slightly feral, with baked fruit notes alongside hints of coffee grounds. Disappointing; lacks freshness.",Casteller Reitsteig Trocken,76,81,Franken,,,Castell 2008 Casteller Reitsteig Trocken Spätburgunder (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2008-casteller-reitsteig-trocken-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-franken/,Spätburgunder,2008,Castell 12.5,Red,US,"Soft and simple, with candied fruit, cola and spice flavors.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Redtree 2009 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redtree-2009-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2009,Redtree 14.7,Red,US,"Give this soft, simple Cab a little time to blow off some unpleasant odors. After a while, it clears, and the wine turns acceptable in berry-cherry flavor.",,20,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Magness 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/magness-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Magness 12.5,Red,US,"Soft, simple and a little vegetal, with a green, asparagus taste alongside the blackberries. A decent party wine where no one really cares, as long as the wine is red.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Redtree 2009 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redtree-2009-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2009,Redtree 14.2,Red,US,"Soft and sugary sweet, this blend has dessert wine flavors of raspberries and milk chocolate. There's a tug of vegetal unripeness.",Bilancio Estate Bottled,36,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Pianetta 2008 Bilancio Estate Bottled Syrah-Cabernet (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pianetta-2008-bilancio-estate-bottled-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah-Cabernet,2008,Pianetta 14.9,Red,US,"Heavy, sweet and dull. Shows soft, sugary flavors of cherries and mocha, with thick tannins. Not likely to develop in the bottle.",,27,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pianetta 2008 Barbera (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pianetta-2008-barbera-central-coast-paso-robles/,Barbera,2008,Pianetta 13.5,Red,US,"There's a reason few wineries nowadays produce Barbera. It's a boring wine, and just because it comes from as fine a producer as Reverie can't change that fact. The wine is dry, tannic and dull, with unevenly ripened flavors.",Estate,50,82,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Reverie 2008 Estate Barbera (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reverie-2008-estate-barbera-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Barbera,2008,Reverie 13,Red,US,"Too sharp in acids, giving the cherry and raspberry flavors a real bite. Almost sour on the finish. Drink now.",,19,82,California,North Coast,North Coast,Ramsay 2009 Petite Sirah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramsay-2009-petite-sirah-north-coast/,Petite Sirah,2009,Ramsay 13.5,White,Chile,"Big and gold, with aromas of corn, sweat and vegetal white fruits. This is soft, dull and rich stuff, with an oaky, dry palate of apricot and papaya. Seems over the hill already and it's not yet two years old. 88% Chard and 12% Viognier.",Cordillera Reserva Privada Barrel Fermented,17,82,Chile,,,Miguel Torres 2009 Cordillera Reserva Privada Barrel Fermented Chardonnay-Viognier (Chile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2009-cordillera-reserva-privada-barrel-fermented-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2009,Miguel Torres 15,Red,US,"Tastes overly soft, too sweet and hot, with berry, chocolate-covered raisin and Port flavors. Not for everyone.",Stone,29,82,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Mazzocco 2008 Stone Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2008-stone-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Mazzocco 14.8,White,US,"With loads of oak, pineapple and orange honey flavors, this sweet Chardonnay will appeal to those who like this heavy, over-the-top style.",,20,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Red Pony Ranch 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-pony-ranch-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Red Pony Ranch 16.2,Red,US,"Shows overripe flavors in the raisins that gives a Port-like taste, and with alcohol well over 16%, it's hot. An inelegant, heavy Zin.",West Dry Creek,32,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 2008 West Dry Creek Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2008-west-dry-creek-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Mazzocco 12.5,Rose,Italy,"This rosé blend of Magliocco, Greco Nero and Malvasia from Calabria offers lean intensity and aromas of rose petal and small berry. There's a touch of sour almond as well and the wine is slightly bitter and muddled in the mouth.",Vigna Fiego,,82,Southern Italy,Donnici,,Spadafora 2009 Vigna Fiego Rosé (Donnici),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spadafora-2009-vigna-fiego-rose-donnici/,Rosé,2009,Spadafora 13.5,White,Italy,"This is an interesting, outright strange wine that opens with a full golden color and an aromatic veil of smoke, dust or chalky mineral over exotic fruit and peach. One item out of place is the alcohol, which emerges strong in the mouth.",Natì,15,82,Southern Italy,Pompeiano,,Sorrentino 2008 Natì Coda di Volpe (Pompeiano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorrentino-2008-nati-italian-white-coda-volpe-pompeiano/,Coda di Volpe,2008,Sorrentino 14.5,White,Chile,"Barely noticeable lime and orange aromas sit mute on the nose, which is reduced and artificial smelling. The palate has a hard feel and generic flavors of white fruits. Amid sweetness there's a chemical bitterness. Not one of this winery's better products.",Secreto de Viu Manent,14,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2010 Secreto de Viu Manent Viognier (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2010-secreto-de-viognier-colchagua-valley/,Viognier,2010,Viu Manent 12.5,Red,France,"Tight, lean, severe, this wine only has a hint of fruit. It is firm, on the thin side, not a pleasure.",,,82,Bordeaux,Saint-Georges-Saint-Émilion,,Château la Croix de St-Georges 2008 Saint-Georges-Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-st-georges-2008-red-saint-georges-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château la Croix de St-Georges 14,White,Chile,"Generic and monotone on the nose. The palate is nothing more than wet and chunky, while the flavors are soft, sweet and candied, with vanilla and toffee overriding any fruit. A creamy dullard with a lot of vanilla and hardly any pulse.",Single Vineyard,18,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Chilcas 2009 Single Vineyard Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilcas-2009-single-vineyard-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Chilcas 13,Red,Germany,"A meaty, mushroomy Pinot Noir, this rather expensive bottling from Franken offers decent complexity but lacks vibrancy.",Reitsteig,76,82,Franken,,,Castell 2007 Reitsteig Spätburgunder (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-2007-reitsteig-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-franken/,Spätburgunder,2007,Castell 13,White,South Africa,"Medium intense aromas of tangerine citrus and crushed yellow flowers transition to flavors of dried grass, red apple and a touch of mushroom powder. Drink now.",Made With Organically Grown Grapes,10,83,Western Cape,,,Releaf 2009 Made With Organically Grown Grapes Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/releaf-2009-made-with-organically-grown-grapes-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Releaf 14,White,Italy,"From the Sant'Agata dei Goti area of southern Italy, this hay-colored Falanghina offers mature aromas of melon, lemon drop and exotic fruit. The mouthfeel carries heft and power.",Vigna Segreta,21,83,Southern Italy,Campania,,Mustilli 2007 Vigna Segreta Falanghina (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mustilli-2007-vigna-segreta-italian-white-falanghina-campania/,Falanghina,2007,Mustilli 15.5,Red,US,"Soft, melted and sweet, like a cherry, blueberry and chocolate dessert in liquid form. Overripe, too. The official alcohol is 15.5%.",Pony,32,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 2008 Pony Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2008-pony-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Mazzocco 12,Red,France,"Tobacco aromas and tight tannins set the scene for a wine that is light and fresh, with tangy berry fruits.",Grand Classique,,83,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château de l'Orangerie 2007 Grand Classique (Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lorangerie-2007-grand-classique-red-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château de l'Orangerie 13.5,Red,Chile,"The nose is herbal and drawn but offers varietally correct cherry, berry and spice aromas. The wine runs ultracrisp and sheering in the mouth, with tart redfruit and herbal flavors of olive and mint. Seems more sharp and acidic than ideal.",,10,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Cantora 2009 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantora-2009-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Cantora 13.5,White,Chile,"Tropical notes on the nose are as good as it gets; otherwise it smells like air freshener. In the mouth, it's waxy and flat, with bland apple and vanilla flavors. Finishes pithy.",Reserva,12,83,Maule Valley,,,Chilensis 2009 Reserva Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilensis-2009-reserva-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Chilensis 12.5,Red,France,"Unoaked Pinot Noir from Corsica, showing ripe berry flavors, fresh acidity and only light tannins. It's what it says on the label: for casual drinking.",Bistro,8,83,Vin de Pays de l'Ile de Beauté,,,Barton & Guestier 2009 Bistro Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays de l'Ile de Beauté),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2009-bistro-pinot-noir-vin-pays-lile-beaute/,Pinot Noir,2009,Barton & Guestier 12,Sparkling,France,"Gentle, creamy, raspberry-flavored wine, its fruit ripe and easy. There is freshness as well as clean acidity, along with some sweetness.",Cuvée Réservée Rosé,10,83,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Barton & Guestier NV Cuvée Réservée Rosé Red (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-nv-cuvee-reservee-rose-red-vin-mousseux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,,Barton & Guestier 13,Rose,France,"With some richness, this is a drink-now rosé. The initial fresh fruit has diminished, leaving a rounded, caramel-flavored wine without acidity.",Rosé,10,83,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Barton & Guestier 2009 Rosé Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2009-rose-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Barton & Guestier 13.5,Red,Chile,"A funky nose of wet dog and medicinal cherry is no place you want to begin. The palate is high in acidity and scratchy, with tart plum, berry and cheek-starching tannins. Tastes reasonably good but fails in the bouquet and mouthfeel departments.",,12,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Calcu 2009 Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcu-2009-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2009,Calcu 14,Red,US,"A sound everyday wine. For a decent price, you get a full-bodied, dry Petite Sirah, with plenty of berry jam and spice flavors. Easy to find, with 10,000 cases produced.",,12,83,California,California Other,California,Pennywise 2009 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennywise-2009-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2009,Pennywise 13.5,White,US,"Watery and a little fizzy, with sugary flavors of oranges, lemons, limes and honey. Will appeal to those who like a slightly sweet wine.",,11,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Little Stone Vineyard 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-stone-vineyard-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Little Stone Vineyard 13.5,Red,South Africa,"A real value wine that's perfect for large-group entertaining. Blueberry and cherry flavors lead here, with glimmers of raspberry leaf adding character. Juicy, light and simple, but good.",,6,83,Western Cape,,,Makulu 2008 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/makulu-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2008,Makulu 15,Red,US,"Dry and very acidic, with a cutting edge of tartness alongside the cherry and tobacco flavors. Rich meats and cheeses will help soften it.",,26,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Pianetta 2008 Sangiovese (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pianetta-2008-sangiovese-central-coast-monterey/,Sangiovese,2008,Pianetta 14.5,Red,US,"You'll find smooth, polished tannins on this full-bodied wine, but it's all downhill from there. It's excessively soft, and the finish is sugary sweet.",,25,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Simeon 2007 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,San Simeon 12.5,White,Italy,"Slightly oxidized aromas of butterscotch and caramel follow mature fruit tones of melon, apricot and yellow peach. The wine is silky and fine on the close.",,,83,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Grotta del Sole 2007 Coda di Volpe (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grotta-sole-2007-italian-white-coda-volpe-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,Coda di Volpe,2007,Grotta del Sole 13.5,Red,US,"Candied and simple, with raspberry and cherry Lifesaver flavors. Okay for big parties.",,7,83,California,California Other,California,flipflop 2009 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flipflop-2009-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,flipflop 12.5,Red,France,"Definitely on a downward slope, this wine is very dry, the fruit gone and replaced by tannins. Drink now. Imported",,25,83,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château du Vallier 2004 Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vallier-2004-red-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Château du Vallier 14.6,Red,US,"This is a simple wine, sharp in acidity and dry, with spicy Zin flavors of berries. Okay with pizza, burgers, barbecue.",The Sherpa,12,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Gravity Hills 2009 The Sherpa Zinfandel (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gravity-hills-2009-sherpa-zinfandel-central-coast/,Zinfandel,2009,Gravity Hills 13.6,Red,US,"Way too sweet for a table wine that's supposed to be dry. Almost like a dessert wine, with sugary cherry and raspberry flavors.",,30,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Pianetta 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pianetta-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Pianetta 14.4,Red,US,"Light bodied and simple, with dry, thin flavors of Lifesaver cherry candy. In Pinot Noir, you generally get what you pay for.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Red Pony Ranch 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-pony-ranch-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Red Pony Ranch 12,White,Italy,"Here's a sweet white wine (the term Amabile refers to the high sugar content) that opens with compelling notes of honey, acacia flower, peach and yellow candy. It's hard to imagine what to pair it with: It could either go with fruit salad or salty crackers with cheese.",Amabile,11,83,Central Italy,Orvieto Classico,,Bigi 2009 Amabile (Orvieto Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bigi-2009-amabile-white-orvieto-classico/,White Blend,2009,Bigi 13,Rose,Italy,"This is an interesting but not perfectly balanced rosé from the celebrated Irpinia area of Campania in southern Italy. The nose of this pretty, pale pink wine opens with sweet aromas of berries and roses. But the mouthfeel shows sharp sourness.",Rosaenovae,,83,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Terredora 2009 Rosaenovae Rosé (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2009-rosaenovae-rose-irpinia/,Rosé,2009,Terredora 15.2,Red,US,"With high alcohol making for a hot mouthfeel, this Zinfandel also is deficient in acidity, and tastes sweet in berry jam flavors. It's an old-fashioned wine that hasn't kept pace with the modern Paso Robles style.",Crescent,19,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2006 Crescent Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2006-crescent-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2006,Midnight 14,White,US,"A simple, sound, quaffing Sauvignon Blanc, with citrus and lemongrass flavors. Finishes a little sweet.",Somerston,24,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Priest Ranch 2009 Somerston Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/priest-ranch-2009-somerston-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Priest Ranch 13.7,Red,US,"Soft, simple and a little vegetal, with modest blackberry and oak flavors. The tannins are well-sculpted.",,22,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Oberon 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oberon-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Oberon 12.5,White,Italy,"This is a unique wine that opens with aromas of caramel and butterscotch but it also offers mature apricot, melon and candied fruit. The mouthfeel is short and compact but the acidity and bitter almond flavors do keep it lively.",,,83,Southern Italy,Asprinio di Aversa,,Grotta del Sole 2007 Asprinio di Aversa,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grotta-sole-2007-italian-white-asprinio-asprinio-aversa/,Asprinio,2007,Grotta del Sole 14,Red,Chile,"A strange bird from the northern Limarí Valley, which just might be too cool and windy for fully ripe Cab. This is hard and a bit chemical on the nose, and then scratchy and clipped in the mouth, with herbal cherry and black plum flavors along with a fair amount of minty green.",Reserva,17,84,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-limari-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Tamaya 13.6,White,US,"Strong and awkward in winemaker interventions, this Chardonnay is dominated by buttered toast and popcorn flavors. Pineapple jam shows up, accented with crisp acidity.",Cold Creek Ranch,24,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Taj 2009 Cold Creek Ranch Chardonnay (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taj-2009-cold-creek-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Taj 12.5,White,Italy,"Cirò Bianco is a fresh white wine from Calabria (the “toe of the boot of Italy”) that offers aromas of white flower and stone fruit. It shows medium intensity and a thin, easy feel in the mouth.",,,84,Southern Italy,Cirò,,Tenuta del Conte 2009 Cirò,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-conte-2009-white-ciro/,White Blend,2009,Tenuta del Conte 13.8,Red,US,"Soft, thin and simple. Other than that, it's not bad, with proper blackberry and spice flavors and smooth tannins. Give it greater concentration, and the score would rise.",Adrian's Reserve,19,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Little Stone Vineyard 2007 Adrian's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/little-stone-vineyard-2007-adrians-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Little Stone Vineyard 12.5,White,Italy,"This is a deeply golden and saturated Greco that offers the structure and consistency to pair with white meat, pasta or shellfish. It offers subtle flavors of butterscotch and dried apricot as well.",,13,84,Southern Italy,Taburno,,Ocone 2008 Greco (Taburno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ocone-2008-italian-white-greco-taburno/,Greco,2008,Ocone 13.5,White,US,"Not bad for a seven buck Chardonnay in a screwtop. Shows plenty of varietal flavor in the buttercream, honey and pineapple flavors. Easy to find, with 20,000 cases produced.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,flipflop 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flipflop-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,flipflop 13.5,Red,Greece,"Tobacco, black pepper and allspice lead this accessible red blend from Elios. On the palate, cheerful red berry and raspberry flavors are both smooth and friendly, with a touch of tobacco spice to add kick. Pair with grilled lamb, pizza.",Mediterranean Red,13,84,Peloponnese,,,Elios 2007 Mediterranean Red Red (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elios-2007-mediterranean-red-peloponnese/,Red Blend,2007,Elios 13,Red,France,"Soft, light fruit, packed with red cherries and fresh berries, is the star. The tannins are a mere hint, so the wine should be enjoyed soon for its attractive juiciness.",,16,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Denisiane 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-denisiane-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Denisiane 13,Red,France,"Tight and dry, a wine that is on the lean side. It has some black currant fruits, some smokiness, its tannins light. Drink now.",Cru Réserve,,84,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Bertinerie 2007 Cru Réserve (Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bertinerie-2007-cru-reserve-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Château Bertinerie 13.5,Red,France,"On the lean side for a 2009 Bordeaux, this brings out a dry, tannic character, just softened with sweet black currant juice. There is stalky acidity on the finish.",,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Bellevue 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bellevue-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Bellevue 13.5,Dessert,France,"The wine is still very young, revealing sweetness rather than the botrytis complexity of previous vintages. Honey, peach and pineapple flavors offer fruitiness.",Thomas Barton Réserve,25,84,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Barton & Guestier 2009 Thomas Barton Réserve (Sauternes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2009-thomas-reserve-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Barton & Guestier 12.5,White,France,"Soft, lightly creamy Chardonnay, pleasantly fruity, offering some apple and pear flavors along with gentle acidity.",,10,84,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Barton & Guestier 2009 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2009-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2009,Barton & Guestier 13,White,Chile,"Kind of bland and regular, but on the plus side it's fresh, feline and green, with lightly pickled gooseberry flavors. Fleshy and wan on the palate but with no glaring issues or off flavors. Drink now.",Estate Bottled,7,84,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2010 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2010-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,La Playa 14.8,Red,US,"Smells a little unripe, with some green notes and a sweet funkiness. Tastes curiously sweet and soft, like melted raspberry and cherry candy. Not likely to age.",Oat Hill Estate,45,84,California,Napa,Calistoga,Zahtila 2006 Oat Hill Estate Zinfandel (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zahtila-2006-oat-hill-estate-zinfandel-napa-calistoga/,Zinfandel,2006,Zahtila 14,Red,South Africa,Red plum and cherry aromas struggle to overcome notes of rubber and wet forest floor. Light weight with soft tannins and a short finish.,,11,84,Stellenbosch,,,Beyerskloof 2009 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beyerskloof-2009-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2009,Beyerskloof 11.5,White,France,"Medium-sweet wine, the acidity of the Chenin Blanc balanced by a floral, aromatic character. Sweet nuts, ripe pear and a taste of orange zest supply the fruit interest.",,10,84,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Barton & Guestier 2009 Vouvray,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2009-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Barton & Guestier 12.5,Red,France,"This wood-laden wine has light berry fruit and burnt toast flavors. The acidity cuts through, offering a glimpse of stalky black currant flavors.",,10,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Barton & Guestier 2008 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2008-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Barton & Guestier 14.5,White,US,"There's a good Chardonnay in here, crisply acidic and dry, with rich pineapple, pear and green apple flavors. But oak unfortunately swamps everything in a tsunami of buttered toast and caramel.",Regan Vineyards Reserve,30,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Bargetto 2008 Regan Vineyards Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2008-regan-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2008,Bargetto 13.5,Red,US,"A raw, dry Pinot, marked by thin cherry and tobacco flavors, and a scour of acidity and alcohol. The texture is nice and silky, and the finish is clean. Drink up.",,17,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Byron 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Byron 12.5,Red,France,"A Gamay-based wine from one of the leading Morgon producers. Soft tannins, red cherry flavors and a touch of banana are enlivened by fine acidity on the finish.",Raisins Gaulois,,84,France Other,Vin de Table Francais,,Marcel Lapierre 2009 Raisins Gaulois Gamay (Vin de Table Francais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcel-lapierre-2009-raisins-gaulois-gamay-vin-table-francais/,Gamay,2009,Marcel Lapierre ,Red,US,"This is essentially a southern Oregon blend of Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah, with the unusual addition of 15% Dundee Hills Pinot Noir. It is difficult not to think that the winery just had an extra few barrels of Pinot around and decided to blend it in; the wine is a diffuse mix of generic red fruits and sharp acids, that thins out quickly in the finish.",Red,19,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Purple Hands 2009 Red Red (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/purple-hands-2009-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Purple Hands ,Red,US,"Very light, this is scented with fresh bread dough and shows a cherry soda pop flavor. Pretty, light and simple on entry, it feels stripped of depth and disappears quickly in the mouth.",Fools Gold,22,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,3Fools 2008 Fools Gold Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3fools-2008-fools-gold-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,3Fools 15.6,Red,US,"Val Haraszthy, the great-great-grandson of California viticultural pioneer Agoston Haraszthy, has made California Zins his focus, with offerings from Sonoma, Howell Mountain and here, Amador County. The result here is a tad rough, an unbelievably big (15.6% alcohol) wine that doesn't deliver much yet in terms of aroma or taste. Maybe in time?",,15,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Haraszthy 2008 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haraszthy-2008-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Haraszthy 13.9,Red,Chile,"This unusual combo of Malbec and Syrah starts with hickory and campfire aromas and then medicinality enters the picture. The palate is choppy and features many holes in the road, but there's also solid black fruit flavors along with cocoa and berry syrup on the finish. In addition, the acidity seems high.",,13,84,Maule Valley,,,Las Lomas 2007 Malbec-Syrah (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-lomas-2007-red-blend-malbec-syrah-maule-valley/,Malbec-Syrah,2007,Las Lomas 14.9,Red,US,"There's a vegetable aroma in this wine, not exactly herbs, more like asparagus. In the mouth, the Cab tastes soft, sweet and candied. Average at best, and not an ager.",,40,84,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Terra Valentine 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple and fresh expression of Greco from southern Italy that shows chalky, drying characteristics as well as ample pear and Golden Delicious apple. This easy wine would make a perfect partner to finger foods or appetizers.",,,84,Southern Italy,Basilicata,,Taverna 2009 Greco (Basilicata),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taverna-2009-italian-white-greco-basilicata/,Greco,2009,Taverna 13.5,Red,South Africa,"This blend of 70% Pinotage and 30% Merlot shows herbal notes of bramble and black plum skins alongside a rubbery accent. Medium weight with a soft, round mouth and a clean finish.",Polkadraai,10,84,Polkadraai Hills,,,Stellenbosch Hills 2009 Polkadraai Pinotage-Merlot (Polkadraai Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stellenbosch-hills-2009-polkadraai-red-blend-pinotage-merlot-polkadraai-hills/,Pinotage-Merlot,2009,Stellenbosch Hills 13.5,Red,South Africa,Straightforward and approachable with notes of tart cherry and red plum dusted with cocoa powder on the nose and mouth. Drink now.,,10,84,Robertson,,,Rooiberg 2008 Shiraz (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooiberg-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-robertson/,Shiraz,2008,Rooiberg 15.8,Red,US,"A bizarre interpretation of this vineyard, which usually produces magnificent wines. This Zin is soft and melted, lacking supportive structure, and it's as sweet as a raspberry and sugar confection.",Stagecoach Vineyard,40,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rock Wall 2009 Stagecoach Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2009-stagecoach-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Rock Wall 14.5,White,US,"This sweet Viognier tastes like a pineapple, orange, apricot and peach fruit juice blend. The acidity is balancing, but feels added.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2009 Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2009-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2009,Robert Hall 15.2,Red,US,"Simple and sweet, a hot, acidic wine with cherry, red currant and cola flavors. Lacks balance and complexity, especially at this price.",Reserve White Hawk Vineyard,42,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Scott Cellars 2008 Reserve White Hawk Vineyard Sangiovese (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-cellars-2008-reserve-white-hawk-vineyard-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sangiovese,2008,Scott Cellars 15.4,Red,US,"A simple wine, extracted and jammy in raspberries, cherries and blackberries. Very high alcohol and black pepper flavors combine to create a hot mouthfeel. The wine is also sweet in glycerine.",Cuvée F,34,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Scott Cellars 2008 Cuvée F Sangiovese-Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-cellars-2008-cuvee-f-red-blend-sangiovese-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sangiovese-Syrah,2008,Scott Cellars 14.5,Red,Chile,"Fairly rubbery and funky on the nose, with a juicy, edgy palate that sports tangy, herbal cherry and raspberry flavors in front of a high-acid, tangy and mildly bitter finish. Choppy and herbal, but still a decent rendition of Carmenère.",,13,84,Colchagua Valley,,,El Huique 2008 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-huique-2008-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,El Huique 9.5,White,Germany,"The style at Dr. Pauly-Bergweiler is often quite sweet, and the 2009 Noble House is soft and succulent, marked by ripe apple and peach flavors. Pleasant, if slightly lacking in zip.",Noble House,12,84,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2009 Noble House Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2009-noble-house-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 14.2,White,US,"Sugary sweet and simple, with dessert pastry flavors of pineapples, lemons and baked pie crust.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Rock Wall 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,Rock Wall 12,Rose,Greece,"Bright strawberry and cherry aromas are followed by a fruit cup of tropical fruit, cherry and strawberry. Easy-drinking but on the sweet side, this will pair well with fruit or spicy dishes.",Zoë,12,84,Peloponnese,,,Skouras 2010 Zoë Rosé (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2010-zoe-rose-peloponnese/,Rosé,2010,Skouras 14.9,Red,US,"This is a simple, easy- drinking Zinfandel, soft and gentle and slightly sweet. The raspberry, licorice, raisin and cocoa flavors are rich and spicy.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Maddalena 2008 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2008-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Maddalena 13.5,Red,Chile,"Light berry, cheese and spice aromas are just clean enough; the palate is solid and well built for an $8 Cab, with chunky, candied, herbal flavors of plum and berry. Finishes dry and mostly clean. Delivers what you expect and probably a little more.",Babor,8,84,Maipo Valley,,,Odfjell 2009 Babor Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2009-babor-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Odfjell 13.5,White,South Africa,"This 65% Chenin Blanc - 35% Sauvignon Blanc blend is clean and fresh with flavors of green grass, hard nectarine and a touch of orange rind in the round mouth. Drink now.",Blueish White,11,84,Stellenbosch,,,Post House 2008 Blueish White Chenin Blanc-Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/post-house-2008-blueish-white-white-blend-chenin-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc-Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Post House 13.8,White,US,"Sweet and simple, with buttered popcorn, orange and pineapple juice and caramel flavors.",,15,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Picket Fence 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/picket-fence-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Picket Fence 13.5,White,US,"Heavy and sweet, with apricot jam, tangerine, buttercream and caramel flavors. A sound everyday Chardonnay for drinking now. Production was 10,000 cases.",,25,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos du Val 2009 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Clos du Val 9.5,White,Germany,"For only $5, this wine offers lemonade-style refreshment with a kick. It's simple, fruity and direct, with apple and citrus notes that provide a sweet and sour contrast to each other. Drink now.",,5,84,Mosel,,,Landshut 2009 Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landshut-2009-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Landshut 14.8,Red,US,"A light Pinot Noir, dry and acidic, with cherry, red licorice and sandalwood flavors. Pretty good for the price.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Red Pony Ranch 2008 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-pony-ranch-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Red Pony Ranch 13.5,White,Chile,"Neutral on the nose except for some apple and cheesy oak. The palate is angular and tangy, with cidery flavors. Finishes similarly, with lasting acidic bite and zest.",,12,84,Maipo Valley,,,Haras 2009 Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haras-2009-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Haras 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a simple, easy Zin for downing with barbecue, mac and cheese, that sort of thing. It's light in body and silky, with candied raspberry and spice flavors.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Headbanger 2009 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/headbanger-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Headbanger 13.9,White,US,"With Chardonnays this thin and one-dimensional, price is all important. This bottle is okay in pineapple and buttered toast flavors, but it's pretty simple.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Cinnabar 2009 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2009,Cinnabar ,Red,France,"Still fresh, with bitter cherry flavors, acidity and light tannins. A lightweight, deliciously fresh wine.",,,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Cédric Vincent 2006 Beaujolais,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedric-vincent-2006-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2006,Cédric Vincent 14.5,White,South Africa,"Lean and tart with green plum and Granny Smith apple aromas. Lemony acidity drives the brisk mouth, leading into the short but crisp finish.",,15,84,Western Cape,,,DeMorgenzon 2009 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/demorgenzon-2009-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2009,DeMorgenzon 13.5,White,Greece,"This barrel-fermented Athiri-Assyrtiko blend starts with a wave of spice, mint and citrus aromas, leading into flavors of sea salt, lemon and spice. Though not entirely balanced, it's versatile; pair with meat, fish or cheese.",Les Dons de Dionysos Barrel Fermented,25,84,Achaia,,,A. Parparoussis 2007 Les Dons de Dionysos Barrel Fermented White (Achaia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-parparoussis-2007-dons-dionysos-barrel-fermented-white-achaia/,White Blend,2007,A. Parparoussis 13,Red,Greece,"This reserve Agiorgitiko starts with robust aromas of BBQ, spice and cigarbox, leading into equally masculine flavors of pipe smoke, red cherry and tea. The wine has a young quality to it, but will be tempered with dishes that have some weight, like lamb or beef.",Réserve,50,84,Nemea,,,A. Parparoussis 2004 Réserve Red (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-parparoussis-2004-reserve-red-nemea/,Red Blend,2004,A. Parparoussis 14,Red,South Africa,"Fruity and herbal all at once with aromas of kirsch and black cherry competing with notes of wet forest floor and wild game. Lightweight and drinkable with a clean, fruit-driven finish.",Shiraz-Cinsaut-Mourvèdre,12,84,Wellington,,,Appollis 2009 Shiraz-Cinsaut-Mourvèdre Red (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/appollis-2009-shiraz-cinsaut-mourvedre-red-wellington/,Red Blend,2009,Appollis 14.5,White,US,"Heavy handed in ripe fruit and oak, with a soft, sweet mouthfeel. Will appeal to fans of the tropical fruit and buttered toast style of Chardonnay.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bargetto 2008 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2008-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Bargetto 14,Red,France,"Stalky, dry, with attractive black currant fruits and a light tannin character. Showing little sign of its potential richness.",,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château la Fontaine de Genin 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontaine-genin-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Fontaine de Genin 14,Red,South Africa,"Red berries and blueberry mix with stewed rhubarb and a hint of sweet spice. The ripe berry flavors carry through to the mouth, but the finish reveals a hint of Band-Aid.",,15,84,Western Cape,,,Graham Beck 2009 Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graham-beck-2009-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,2009,Graham Beck 14,Red,South Africa,"A bit closed on the nose, it takes a while for notes of black cherry skins and rubber to appear in the bouquet. The mouth offers a bit more flavor, with a nice chocolate-covered cherry finish. Drink now.",The Den,12,84,Coastal Region,,,Painted Wolf 2009 The Den Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/painted-wolf-2009-den-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2009,Painted Wolf 13.5,Red,France,"Berry fruits and dense red jelly flavors are the hallmark of this wine. It is full, although edging on stalky, its black berry flavors mixed with acidity and dry tannins.",Merlot,13,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Sainte Barbe 2008 Merlot (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-barbe-2008-merlot-bordeaux/,Merlot,2008,Château Sainte Barbe 14.5,Red,US,"Tortoise Creek makes bargain wines from the Languedoc region of France as well as from Lodi. “The Chelonian” is a new label a portion of the proceeds of which will go to the Chelonian Research Foundation to help benefit the conservation of turtles and tortoises. The wine itself is a decent representation of Lodi's bigger, more raisiny style.",The Chelonian,11,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Tortoise Creek 2009 The Chelonian Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2009-chelonian-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2009,Tortoise Creek 12,White,Greece,"Peach, banana, citrus and white flower aromas are followed by refreshing citrus and spice flavors in this assertive white. A racy minerality and spicy finish give the wine great food-pairing versatility, but it's a good summer sipper on its own.",Roditis Moscofilero,9,84,Peloponnese,,,Skouras 2010 Roditis Moscofilero White (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2010-roditis-moscofilero-white-peloponnese/,White Blend,2010,Skouras 14.5,Red,Greece,"Smoked sausage, raspberry and cherry spice start this exuberant red blend. The wine has an overall spicy character and a bigger, open style. Easy drinking and fun, pair it with grilled ribs or duck.",Synoro,28,84,Peloponnese,,,Skouras 2006 Synoro Red (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skouras-2006-synoro-red-peloponnese/,Red Blend,2006,Skouras 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's a cheerful, no-fuss white blend from central Italy (with Trebbiano, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc grapes) that would pair with informal rice or pasta salad. Citrus, floral and peach flavors wash over the palate.",Moma,17,84,Central Italy,Rubicone,,Umberto Cesari 2009 Moma White (Rubicone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-cesari-2009-moma-white-rubicone/,White Blend,2009,Umberto Cesari 13.5,White,US,"Starts with strong, assaultive wildflower, dried apricot, butterscotch and sautéed banana aromas, then turns dry and acidic in the mouth. A difficult wine to like.",,34,84,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 2009 Riesling (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-2009-riesling-napa-spring-mountain/,Riesling,2009,Terra Valentine 13,White,Italy,"This Fiano is a bit flat in the mouth and offers aromas of pressed yellow rose, butterscotch and sun-dried apricot. The wine is correct, albeit one dimensional.",Claris,,84,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Terra dei Re 2009 Claris (Fiano di Avellino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-re-2009-claris-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2009,Terra dei Re 14.5,Red,US,"Dry and simple, with pleasant herb, raspberry tea and spice flavors. A little soft and sweet, but okay for everyday fare.",Ember,32,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Loomis 2008 Ember Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loomis-2008-ember-red-napa-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Loomis 15.1,Red,US,"Tough and gritty, with uneven tannins and some minty green flavors alongside the cherries, mulberries and red currants. Not going anywhere, so drink up.",,24,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Taj 2008 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taj-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Taj 14.4,Red,US,"Give this young Pinot a few hours in a decanter to let it air. Right out of the bottle, it's tough and tight, with polished cherry and oak flavors. Drink now.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Red Pony Ranch 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-pony-ranch-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Red Pony Ranch 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Passion fruit, grapefruit and capsicum all speak to this wine's Marlborough origins. It's medium bodied and features a hint of creaminess on the midpalate, then adds a hint of canned pineapple on the finish.",,13,84,Marlborough,,,Tiki Sound 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiki-sound-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Tiki Sound 12.7,Rose,US,"Bone dry and very acidic, almost sour, with watery flavors of orange and lemon cough drop candy. Gains a few points for elegance and cleanliness.",Air,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Loomis 2009 Air Rosé (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loomis-2009-air-rose-napa-valley/,Rosé,2009,Loomis 14.4,Red,US,"Sweet, soft and candied, with black cherry and raspberry jam, Dr. Pepper cola and cedar flavors. Seems pricey for what you get.",,28,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Roth 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roth-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Roth 14.2,White,US,A sugary Chardonnay whose main attraction is its honey flavor. That gives a dessert wine sweetness to the pineapple and lemon fruit. Ready now.,Reserve,30,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rock Wall 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2009-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Rock Wall 13,Red,New Zealand,"Starts off with appealing cherry and spice shadings, but adds some rustic, adhesive bandage notes that build on the finish.",,28,84,Nelson,,,Seifried 2007 Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seifried-2007-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2007,Seifried 13.8,Red,US,"Tough and acidic in the mouth, but with a nice silky texture, and the finish is dry. Shows cherry and raspberry flavors, alongside less ripe ones of green mint, with a touch of the veggies.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Picket Fence 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/picket-fence-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Picket Fence 12,White,Italy,"This is an easy, no-fuss expression of Falanghina that opens with direct aromas of citrus and stone fruit and follows through to the palate with a tonic, refreshing feel. It would work with fried vegetable appetizers or light lunches.",,12,84,Southern Italy,Beneventano,,La Casa Dell'Orco 2009 Falanghina (Beneventano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-dellorco-2009-italian-white-falanghina-beneventano/,Falanghina,2009,La Casa Dell'Orco 13.9,Red,US,"Good cherry, cocoa and sweet oak flavors in this dry wine. It's too soft, lacking structure, but is a pretty good buy for the price.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Pennywise 2009 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennywise-2009-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Pennywise 14.5,Red,US,"There's a burnt, ashy smell and taste to this wine that makes it tough to like. If you can get past that, the wine is dry, crisp and tannic, with wild cherry, cola and cedar flavors. A huge disappointment. Tasted twice.",The Whitewing Amber Ridge Vineyard,50,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Armanino Family Cellars 2009 The Whitewing Amber Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armanino-family-cellars-2009-whitewing-amber-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Armanino Family Cellars 14,White,South Africa,Tropical fruit notes of pineapple and guava backed by accents of sweet grass and clementine citrus flesh out this white. Lively and slightly prickly on the palate.,The Game Reserve,16,84,Coastal Region,,,Graham Beck 2009 The Game Reserve Chenin Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graham-beck-2009-game-reserve-chenin-blanc-coastal-region/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Graham Beck 13.5,White,US,"A decent Chardonnay, but it's pretty sweet and simple, with the taste of sugared pineapple and orange tea. Oak and alcohol of course make it more wine-like.",Barney's Heritage Cuvee,29,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hawkstone 2009 Barney's Heritage Cuvee Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkstone-2009-barneys-heritage-cuvee-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Hawkstone 13.5,Red,US,"Soft and herbal, with modest cherry and oak flavors. A simple, dry wine to wash down everyday fare.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Geyser Peak 14.8,White,US,"A light golden SB from Calaveras County with tons of tropical aromas, predominantly pineapple, that follow into the taste, which veers disproportionately sweet, with not enough acidity to balance it out.",,16,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Chatom Vineyards 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatom-vineyards-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Chatom Vineyards 12.5,White,Italy,Here's a thin and lightweight expression from Calabria (the “toe of the boot of Italy”) that offers delicate tones of white flower and peach blossom backed by fresh crispness and zest. It's a very easygoing and informal wine overall.,Quarto,,84,Southern Italy,Calabria,,Colacino 2009 Quarto White (Calabria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colacino-2009-quarto-white-calabria/,White Blend,2009,Colacino 12,White,France,"Fresh as well as ripe, with layers of toast, creamy pear and red apple flavors. Attractively spicy, ready to drink.",,10,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Barton & Guestier 2009 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2009-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Barton & Guestier 12.5,Red,France,"Light red cherry-flavored wine from a fine year for Beaujolais. The wine is all juicy fruit, rounded tannins and light, smoky acidity.",,10,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Barton & Guestier 2009 Beaujolais,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2009-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,2009,Barton & Guestier 14,Red,Chile,"Sweaty and murky smelling, with leather, horse and earthy berry aromas. The palate is big and dense, with grabby tannins and then herbal, roasted berry flavors with green notes. Finishes peppery and mildly green. An herbal, old-style Carmenère.",Bio-Sur,14,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2009 Bio-Sur Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2009-bio-sur-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Caliterra 14.5,Red,US,"Sharp and minty, with a wintergreen tartness to the fruitier cherries and herb tea. The wine is supple and dry, with a lovely silky texture, but the acidity is strong.",First Mesa,38,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Scott Cellars 2009 First Mesa Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-cellars-2009-first-mesa-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Scott Cellars 13.5,Red,Chile,"Standard value-priced Chilean Syrah in that it's herbal and leafy on the nose, with a mix of olive, earth, spice and dried red fruit aromas. The palate is a bit stretched out and tannic, while the flavor profile is pure olive, herbs and dried cherry. Finishes solid but herbal.",Ultima Reserve,10,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Veo 2008 Ultima Reserve Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veo-2008-ultima-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2008,Veo 13,White,Italy,"There's a smoky, dusty element at first that quickly evolves into mature aromas of peach, melon and pear. The nose is slightly muddled at first but it shows well in the mouth thanks to its natural crispness and directness.",,,85,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Terredora 2009 Falanghina (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2009-italian-white-falanghina-irpinia/,Falanghina,2009,Terredora 12.5,Red,US,"Light and murky, with a flavor mix of tomato, vegetable juice, celery, barely ripe berries and thin acids. That sounds worse than it is; taste this alongside a Bourgogne from a big shipper in a cool vintage and you wouldn't see much difference. The alcohol here is listed at just 12.5%. It's a serviceable everyday wine, but not priced accordingly.",PH,40,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Purple Hands 2009 PH Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/purple-hands-2009-ph-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Purple Hands 14.5,Red,South Africa,"The nose is a bit soapy and medicinal with aromas of violets candies, mushy black cherry and a touch of acetone. The mouth offers more high toned fruit flavors with a sharp, skinny finish. Drink now.",,26,85,Stellenbosch,,,Post House 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/post-house-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Post House 14,Red,US,"A lusty wine, soft and filled with jammy blackberry, cherry and raspberry flavors. Easy to drink, a great wine for big parties.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Pennywise 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennywise-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Pennywise 14.5,Red,Chile,"Big, oaky and roasted up front, with charred aromas. The palate is full but clacky, with piercing acidity leading to a saucy, sharp set of tangy red berry and herb flavors. There's a chocolaty element to smooth things out on the finish, but it's always snappy and sheer.",Gran Reserva,16,85,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2008 Gran Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2008-gran-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2008,Morandé 13.8,Red,US,"Good price for a Petite Sirah that is perfect for drinking now with roasts, barbecue, Mexican food. It's dry and rustic in tannins, with strong blackberry, coffee and red currant flavors.",Family Vineyards,15,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2008 Family Vineyards Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2008-family-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Pedroncelli 8.5,White,Germany,"A bit of an anomaly for this fine Ruwer estate, where being merely good is a disappointment. It starts off with attractive stone and ripe apple notes, but seems somewhat acetic on the palate—there's an intrusive pickle-like note.",Abtsberg Kabinett,35,85,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2009 Abtsberg Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2009-abtsberg-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Maximin Grünhäuser 14.5,Red,Chile,"More herbal and plodding than prior vintages, with slightly pickled, briney flavors of blackberry, plum, olive and cough drop. Good in the mouth, with proper size and balance. Finishes a little green and peppery, but that's Carmenère, folks, like it or leave it.",Armador,12,85,Maipo Valley,,,Odfjell 2009 Armador Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2009-armador-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Odfjell 13,Red,Chile,"A bit sharp and rubbery at first, with herbal, floral, berry aromas rising up in due time. The palate is a little rigid, with angular acidity and semitart raspberry and red currant flavors. Lightly toasted on the finish even if there's not much oak on this regular, competent CS.",Armador,12,85,Maipo Valley,,,Odfjell 2009 Armador Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odfjell-2009-armador-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Odfjell 12.5,Red,Italy,"Coda di Volpe is vinified in stainless steel to offer a simple, clean and tonic white wine from southern Italy. It shows tones of bitter almond and lemon zest on the close.",,12,85,Southern Italy,Taburno,,Ocone 2009 Coda di Volpe (Taburno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ocone-2009-italian-white-coda-volpe-taburno/,Coda di Volpe,2009,Ocone 14,Red,Chile,"A little sharp smelling, with earth, leafiness and rubbery aromas. In the mouth, it's round and fairly balanced, with juicy acidity and herbal-olive flavors along with blackberry. Dark and herbal on the finish.",Reserva,13,85,Central Valley,,,Misiones de Rengo 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/misiones-rengo-2009-reserva-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Misiones de Rengo 13,Rose,France,"Fresh and soft, with bright strawberry flavors and a delicious texture of red currants. Lively acidity gives the wine a great send-off.",,,85,Corse Porto Vecchio,,,Domaine de Granajolo 2009 Rosé (Corse Porto Vecchio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-granajolo-2009-rose-corse-porto-vecchio/,Rosé,2009,Domaine de Granajolo 13.5,White,France,"Spices, a hint of honey, a texture of pears and white plums—this is a rich, soft wine with a good intensity of taste and ripeness.",Blanc,,85,Corse Porto Vecchio,,,Domaine de Granajolo 2009 Blanc Vermentino (Corse Porto Vecchio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-granajolo-2009-blanc-italian-white-vermentino-corse-porto-vecchio/,Vermentino,2009,Domaine de Granajolo 13.5,White,Greece,"Hallmark flavors of peach, pear, citrus and spice lead this Chardonnay from Ktima. Balanced and subdued, its white fruit, floral and citrus flavors will pair well with dishes that need a lighter, easygoing touch.",,35,85,Pangeon,,,Estate Biblia Chora 2009 Chardonnay (Pangeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-biblia-chora-2009-chardonnay-pangeon/,Chardonnay,2009,Estate Biblia Chora 13.5,Red,Greece,"This dependable blend offers vanilla, cedar and tobacco on the nose and sweet cigarbox, cherry and pepper flavors. Vibrant but balanced, it's a great go-to red that will pair well with pastas, pizza, steak.",,35,85,Pangeon,,,Estate Biblia Chora 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Pangeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-biblia-chora-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-pangeon/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2007,Estate Biblia Chora 14,Red,South Africa,"This red blend, made of 65% Syrah, 28% Mourvèdre and 7% Tannat is a fresh and fruity wine that's ready to drink now. Dark berries and a touch of sweet oak flesh out the mouth, with a clean and refreshing finish.",The Pepper Pot,15,85,Stellenbosch,,,Edgebaston 2009 The Pepper Pot Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgebaston-2009-pepper-pot-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2009,Edgebaston 14,Red,France,"Ample Bordeaux, with the tannins softened and rounded. Flavors are of black plums, with some stalkiness and light acidity. Drink soon",,,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Roc de Minvielle 2009 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roc-minvielle-2009-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Roc de Minvielle 13,White,Italy,"From the Todi area of central Italy, this golden Grechetto opens with thick aromas of apricot, honey, butterscotch and mature melon. The wine sports a thick, creamy mouthfeel and would pair with pumpkin risotto.",Grechetto di Todi,,85,Central Italy,Colli Martani,,Cantina Tudernum 2009 Grechetto di Todi Grechetto (Colli Martani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-tudernum-2009-grechetto-todi-italian-white-grechetto-colli-martani/,Grechetto,2009,Cantina Tudernum ,Red,France,"Attractive, fruity wine, with good tannins as well as stalky black currant fruit flavors. Its ripeness is a sign of the warm vintage.",Cuvée Terroir,,85,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Charles Joguet 2009 Cuvée Terroir (Chinon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-joguet-2009-cuvee-terroir-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Charles Joguet 14,Red,Chile,"Dark, muscular and concentrated, with char, rubber and blackberry aromas. Thick but not soupy, with big tannins and firm acids. Flavors of blackberry, cassis and dark plum are drawn, leaving an oaky, minty finish. A good but arguably overextracted organic Shiraz.",Bio-Sur,14,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2009 Bio-Sur Shiraz (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2009-bio-sur-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-colchagua-valley/,Shiraz,2009,Caliterra 14.2,Red,US,"Shows Petite Sirah's rustic, tannic nature, with a robust body housing flavors of berries, currants, carob powder, crisp bacon and sandalwood. With its sweet finish, it doesn't seem like a longterm ager, but will mellow over the next several years.",,30,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bardessono 2008 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bardessono-2008-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Bardessono 14.9,Red,US,"Sharp, simple and candied, with blackberry jam and cola flavors. The tannins are rugged, and the wine finishes with a scour of acidity. Seems at its best now.",,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,BonAnno 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonanno-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,BonAnno 12.5,Rose,Italy,"Here's a well structured and creamy rosé from Calabria, southern Italy, that opens with a bright pink color and enticing aromas of raspberry and cranberry jelly. Thanks to that extra density, you could pair this wine with roast chicken or pork chops.",Rosato,,85,Southern Italy,Cirò,,Librandi 2009 Rosato Rosé (Cirò),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-2009-rosato-rose-ciro/,Rosé,2009,Librandi 12.5,White,Greece,"This rare Greek variety expresses itself here with aromas of lime and quince, and fresh green flavors of citrus and cucumber. Refreshing but also creamy. A unique wine that will pair well with grilled fish or octopus.",The Gift of Dionysos,23,85,Greece,,,A. Parparoussis 2009 The Gift of Dionysos Sideritis (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-parparoussis-2009-gift-dionysos-greek-white-sideritis/,Sideritis,2009,A. Parparoussis 13,White,Italy,"This light and bright white wine from southern Italy offers clean mineral notes of crushed stone and slate backed by peach, honey and citrus. Pair this wine with mussels steamed in white wine sauce and garlic.",,,85,Southern Italy,Campania,,Vivi 2009 Falanghina (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vivi-2009-italian-white-falanghina-campania/,Falanghina,2009,Vivi 14,Red,Chile,"A little minty, raisiny and flat on the nose, but still it's appealing. The palate has a condensed, syrupy feel and soft, semisweet flavors of red berry mixed with herbs and pepper. Spicy and a touch hollow on the finish, but still a good value Cab to drink now.",Gran Reserva,10,85,Central Valley,,,Quasar 2007 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quasar-2007-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Quasar 11.5,White,France,"Just touched by honey and with a light spritz, this is a crisp, lemon and lime zest-flavored wine. It has great acidity with a yeasty character.",Les Rocailles,,85,France Other,Apremont,,Pierre Boniface 2009 Les Rocailles White (Apremont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-boniface-2009-rocailles-white-apremont/,White Blend,2009,Pierre Boniface 14,Red,Chile,"Dry and reedy smelling, with juicy berry-cherry aromas and flavors. The wine is snappy, zesty and juicy, with accents of cocoa and pepper. Clean, simple Cabernet with ample pop and freshness.",Pionero,8,85,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2009 Pionero Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2009-pionero-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Morandé 14.5,Red,Chile,"Earthy and damp smelling, with chunky black cherry and olive aromas. The palate has a slightly choppy feel and then spicy, sweet flavors of herbs and blackberry. Finishes a little burnt and bitter, but overall there's enough sweetness and ripeness to offset any herbal qualities.",Santa Digna Reserve,10,85,Central Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2009 Santa Digna Reserve Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2009-santa-digna-reserve-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Miguel Torres 14.1,White,US,"Simple and concocted, with layers of sweet, caramelized oak, pineapple jam and buttered popcorn. Good acidity makes it bracing. Lots of people will like it, but it needs to be drier and more interesting at this price.",Jenkins Vineyard,40,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Fleming Jenkins 2009 Jenkins Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleming-jenkins-2009-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2009,Fleming Jenkins 13.9,Red,US,"A pretty good Pinot that, at the equivalent of 10 bucks a bottle, is a nice buy. It's an easy wine, dry, light-bodied and silky, with modest cherry and spice flavors.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Indulge 2009 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indulge-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Indulge 14.5,Red,US,"This Rhône-style blend smells and tastes a little hot. The official alcohol is 14.5%, yet there's a white pepper, prickly heat to the raspberry jam and mocha flavors. Drink now.",Heritage,30,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,San Antonio 2007 Heritage Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-antonio-2007-heritage-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2007,San Antonio 13,White,South Africa,"Here's a well balanced and easy to drink value priced Sauv Blanc, offering notes of sweet grass, barely ripe peach and melon on the nose and mouth. Perfect for summer entertaining; pair with sushi or cocktail shrimp.",,9,85,Robertson,,,Rooiberg 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooiberg-2010-sauvignon-blanc-robertson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Rooiberg 14.9,Red,US,"Lots of juicy cherry and raspberry flavors in this Cabernet, with a caramelized brown sugar sweetness, like it was baked into a pie. Drink this easy, soft wine now.",,38,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rock Wall 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rock-wall-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Rock Wall 12,White,Italy,"This vineyard-designate blend of Montonico, Greco and Malvasia opens with bright freshness and simple aromas of stone fruit and Golden Delicious apple. This easygoing wine feels soft and smooth on the close.",Vigna Fiego,,85,Southern Italy,Donnici,,Spadafora 2009 Vigna Fiego White (Donnici),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spadafora-2009-vigna-fiego-white-donnici/,White Blend,2009,Spadafora 12.5,White,Italy,"You can't beat the sense of history awarded by this tangy, crisp Falanghina. Fruit is farmed near the ancient city of Pompeii under the menacing shadow of Mt. Vesuvius. The result is a sharp, tonic wine with kiwi, lime and grapefruit aromas.",Versacrum,15,85,Southern Italy,Pompeiano,,Sorrentino 2009 Versacrum Falanghina (Pompeiano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorrentino-2009-versacrum-italian-white-falanghina-pompeiano/,Falanghina,2009,Sorrentino 13,Red,Italy,"Vulcano, in homage to the might Mt. Vesuvius, opens with tight aromas of cola, blackberry, licorice and root beer. The wine is compact and linear with some sharp, brambly elements due to high acidity and tannins.",Vulcano,18,85,Southern Italy,Pompeiano,,Sorrentino 2008 Vulcano Piedirosso (Pompeiano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sorrentino-2008-vulcano-italian-red-piedirosso-pompeiano/,Piedirosso,2008,Sorrentino 13.5,Red,Chile,"The first Pinot in Undurraga's Terroir Hunter series is lean, tart and zesty, but also clean and pleasing in its own right. Tea and dried cherry aromas yield to a spunky, lean palate of sharp raspberry and orange peel flavors. Finishes light but clean, with tartness.",T.H.,25,85,Leyda Valley,,,Undurraga 2009 T.H. Pinot Noir (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2009-th-pinot-noir-leyda-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Undurraga 14,Red,Chile,"Leafy and a bit sharp smelling, with hints of turned earth and compost along with fuller berry notes. The palate is round and healthy, with candied raspberry, plum and herbal flavors. Finishes herbal and dry.",Reserve,18,85,Colchagua Valley,,,El Huique 2008 Reserve Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-huique-2008-reserve-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2008,El Huique 13.7,Rose,US,"A pretty good rosé, full-bodied and robust in black cherry, strawberry, Dr. Pepper cola, rosehip tea and spice flavors. It finishes a little sweet.",Heritage Tree Vineyard Rosé of,20,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,D.H. Gustafson 2010 Heritage Tree Vineyard Rosé of Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dh-gustafson-2010-heritage-tree-vineyard-rose-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2010,D.H. Gustafson 13,White,Italy,"This is a heavier and thicker expression of Falanghina that opens with aromas of pineapple, melon, stone fruit and lemon zest. That density continues to the mouth and the wine would pair with spicy Thai or Chinese food.",Sant'Agata dei Goti,17,85,Southern Italy,Campania,,Mustilli 2008 Sant'Agata dei Goti Falanghina (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mustilli-2008-santagata-goti-italian-white-falanghina-campania/,Falanghina,2008,Mustilli 14.1,White,US,"Soft, dry and simple, with modest peach, pineapple, lemon and vanilla flavors. Drink now.",,18,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Luna 2008 Pinot Grigio (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Luna 12.5,Red,Italy,Bright fruit aromas open the nose of this ruby-colored Piedirosso. The wine is compact and firm with enough tannins and acidity to pair with cheesy lasagna.,,12,85,Southern Italy,Taburno,,Ocone 2008 Piedirosso (Taburno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ocone-2008-italian-red-piedirosso-taburno/,Piedirosso,2008,Ocone 15.1,Red,US,"A good, everyday Zinfandel, spicy and fruity. It has lots of raspberry and cherry jam, chocolate and pepper flavors that finish a little sweet.",,19,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Novy 2009 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2009-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Novy 14.6,White,US,"Too oaky, with toothpicky vanilla and caramel flavors swamping the underlying fruit. Too bad, because the basic wine is nice and crisp in pineapples.",Rosella's Vineyard,28,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Novy 2009 Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2009-rosellas-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,Novy 12.5,White,Italy,"Passerina is a little-known grape from central Italy that offers good structure and density in the mouth. It's not necessarily aromatic, but it does offer tones of almond skin, butterscotch and Golden Delicious apple.",Servator,,85,Central Italy,Marche,,La Canosa 2008 Servator Passerina (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canosa-2008-servator-italian-white-passerina-marche/,Passerina,2008,La Canosa 12.5,White,US,"For the price, you get a rich, sweet Chardonnay, plush in pineapple, honey and oak flavors.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Redtree 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redtree-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Redtree 12.5,Red,US,"This is one of the best deals, maybe the best, in a Cabernet Sauvignon available today at this price. It's dry and rich in blackberry, cherry, mint and smoky oak flavors, wrapped into finely ground tannins. A great wine to buy by the case for a house red. Production was nearly 30,000 cases.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Redtree 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redtree-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Redtree 13,White,Chile,"Clean yet dilute on the bouquet, with touches of lime and grassiness. The palate, however, is kind of heavy and honeyed, a direct reflection of its warm Maipo roots. Tastes sweet and creamy but without much zesty fruit. Maybe a little too soft and candied, but still pretty good.",Selected Terroir,10,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2010 Selected Terroir Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2010-selected-terroir-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Santa Ema 14.5,Red,Chile,"Warm, earthy and baked smelling, with aromas of black olive and herbal raspberry fruit. The palate is tight, regular, acidic and snappy, with sweet, herbal cherry flavors. Finishes with hints of olive and green herbs.",Gran Reserva de los Andes,15,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2008 Gran Reserva de los Andes Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2008-gran-reserva-los-andes-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2008,Santa Alicia 14.5,Red,US,"Soft, overripe and simple, with chocolate-covered raisin, cassis and caramelized oak flavors. It's delicious, in the modern style of ripe extraction, but lacks structure and dryness.",,50,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Janzen 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/janzen-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Janzen 14,Red,South Africa,"There are a lot of different elements going on here, with aromas of black fruit mixing with nuances of sweet smoke and a touch of leather. Balanced and full in the mouth with moderate tannins and a solid finish. Drink now.",Music by D'Aria,11,85,Durbanville,,,D'Aria 2009 Music by D'Aria Red (Durbanville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daria-2009-music-by-red-durbanville/,Red Blend,2009,D'Aria 14,Red,South Africa,Slightly sweet and confected with raspberry fruit roll-up and berry preserve aromas. A glimmer of crushed carnation flavors switch things up in the lightweight but round and soft mouth.,,17,85,Wellington,,,Eventide Cellar 2008 Shiraz (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eventide-cellar-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-wellington/,Shiraz,2008,Eventide Cellar ,White,Germany,"A plump, juicy off-dry Riesling, the 2009 from Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler represents a solid value. Hints of diesel mark the nose, while the peach and lime flavors play off one another nicely. Nothing spectacular, just good everyday juice at an excellent price.",,10,85,Mosel,,,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 2009 Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-heidemanns-bergweiler-2009-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler 12,Dessert,France,"Ripe botrytis, honey and peaches make for an attractive, open, ready-to-drink sweet wine. The acidity keeps the richness in check.",,25,85,Bordeaux,Sauternes,,Barton & Guestier 2008 Sauternes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2008-white-sauternes/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Barton & Guestier 13,Red,France,"A wine that is firmly tannic, solid, chunky and dry with red fruits buried behind the foursquare facade. Fruit flavors and acidity come through more strongly at the end.",Merlot-Cabernet,,85,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château Bertinerie 2008 Merlot-Cabernet (Côtes de Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bertinerie-2008-merlot-cabernet-red-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Bertinerie 14,White,New Zealand,"Pretty typical New Zealand Pinot Gris, featuring a fair bit of residual sweetness. There's plenty of weight and density in the mouth, but less intensity of flavor and aroma, only hinting at almond, honey and melon.",,16,85,Marlborough,,,Chasing Venus 2009 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chasing-venus-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2009,Chasing Venus 10.5,White,Germany,"Admirable quality from a large-volume producer, combining hints of honey, ripe apples and crushed clover leaves. It's on the weighty, sweet side, but balanced by a fine vein of citrus on the finish. Drink now.",Medium Sweet,11,85,Mosel,,,blüfeld 2009 Medium Sweet Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blufeld-2009-medium-sweet-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,blüfeld 13,Red,France,"A dry, firm wine, with light fruits and a perfumed smoky character. It is developing in a dry, black currant, stalky style.",,,85,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Grand-Maison 2008 Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-maison-2008-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Grand-Maison ,Red,France,"An attractive, ripe wine with acidity and black currant fruits. This is a medium-bodied Bordeaux, the dry core ripened with a rounded, soft texture.",,,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château les Reuilles 2005 Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-reuilles-2005-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Château les Reuilles 14.5,Red,US,"Soft, sweet in jammy raspberry and cherry fruit and caramelized oak, this Syrah is somewhat simple. It's good, but would benefit from greater structure.",Nolan Vineyards,27,85,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Baldassari Family Wines 2007 Nolan Vineyards Syrah (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baldassari-family-wines-2007-nolan-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Syrah,2007,Baldassari Family Wines 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Peppery and sweaty upfront, backed up by white grapefruit notes. This is a light- to medium-bodied Sauvignon with a zesty finish of chalk and lime.",Composite,17,85,Marlborough,,,Ara 2009 Composite Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ara-2009-composite-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Ara 13.2,Red,New Zealand,"Influenced by the herbal, savory side of Marlborough Pinot Noir, with touches of mushrooms and parsnips alongside attractive wisps of cherry fruit. Fades quickly on the finish; drink now.",Resolute,32,85,Marlborough,,,Ara 2007 Resolute Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ara-2007-resolute-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2007,Ara 12.5,Red,France,"A soft, open wine, kept together by its dry tannins. Good black fruits, fresh acidity and an attractive smoky character.",,,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Monroze 2008 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monroze-2008-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Monroze 14,Red,Chile,"Rather hard and baked on the nose, with a heavy helping of char and molasses. The palate is angular and tannic, while the flavors revolve around lemony oak and spice more than fruit. Spiky on the finish and sharp-edged as a whole. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Malbec and Syrah.",Cayao,60,85,Central Valley,,,Botalcura 2006 Cayao Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botalcura-2006-cayao-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Botalcura 14.8,Red,US,"Jammy and yet still savory, a fairly straightforward Syrah from the Clements Hills area of Lodi, small production (240 cases), 100% varietal and made using native fermentation, the wine has solid tannin structure and a heady texture, but could use more oomph on the finish.",47.5 Degree Limited Release Syrah,35,85,California,Central Valley,Clements Hills,Borra 2008 47.5 Degree Limited Release Syrah Syrah (Clements Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borra-2008-475-degree-limited-release-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-clements-hills/,Syrah,2008,Borra 13.5,White,South Africa,"Composed of 40% Viognier, 39% Chenin Blanc and 21% Grenache Blanc, there's an attractive round richness to this wine. A toasty character spices up the fresh pear, melon and orange rind flavors, with a nutty accent lingering on the finish.",The Wolftrap,10,85,Franschhoek,,,Boekenhoutskloof 2009 The Wolftrap White (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boekenhoutskloof-2009-wolftrap-white-franschhoek/,White Blend,2009,Boekenhoutskloof ,Red,Chile,"Warm and rubbery on the nose, with earthy aromas of blackberry, black cherry and freshly laid blacktop. The palate is full, tannic and grapey, with dark fruit flavors and an herbal element. Finishes short, herbal and salty, with lasting meatiness.",Reserva,,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2009 Reserva Shiraz (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2009-reserva-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-colchagua-valley/,Shiraz,2009,Caliterra 14.9,Red,US,"Not a ton of fruit on the nose but a respectable single-vineyard from Zin master Carol Shelton made from organically grown, dry-farmed 92-year-old vines, coaxed into a spicy, brambly wine from a very unusual appellation.","Monga Zin, Lopez Vineyard",21,85,California,South Coast,Cucamonga Valley,"Carol Shelton 2008 Monga Zin, Lopez Vineyard Zinfandel (Cucamonga Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2008-monga-zin-lopez-vineyard-zinfandel-south-coast-cucamonga-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Carol Shelton 13,White,Germany,"Fresh, zesty and on the dry side, with notes of wet stone and citrus and a finish hinting at green apples. Shows some heft, weighing in at 13% abv.",Potate!,15,85,Rheinhessen,,,Würtz 2009 Potate! Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wurtz-2009-potate-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Würtz 13,Red,US,"The best bargain Pinot Noir in the state. It's ruby-clear in color, dry and light-bodied, with pleasant flavors of cherries, cola, spices and cedar. Production was 20,000 cases.",,7,85,California,California Other,California,flipflop 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flipflop-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,flipflop 13.8,White,US,"Made in the popular style, this Chardonnay offers ripe pineapple, orange jam, buttered popcorn and spice flavors. It's soft and a little sweet.",,26,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hanna 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Hanna ,White,France,"With its few years' aging, the wine exhibits a Chenin Blanc nutty quality backed by the greater weight of Chardonnay. Full-bodied, ready to drink. Screwcap.",La Calèche,,85,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France,,Domaine des Baumard 2006 La Calèche Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay (Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-baumard-2006-caleche-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-vin-pays-jardin/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,2006,Domaine des Baumard 15.1,Red,US,"Not in the same league as Donelan's Syrahs. The Grenache seems to drag it down. It's paler in color, there's a vegetal smell, and it's simple in berry, cola and spice flavors. Drink now.",Cuvée Moriah,40,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Donelan 2008 Cuvée Moriah Grenache-Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donelan-2008-cuvee-moriah-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-sonoma-county/,Grenache-Syrah,2008,Donelan 14,Red,Chile,"Purple in color, with grapey aromas that lack complexity. The palate is deep and dense but edgy, with sugary flavors of candied black plum and black cherry. Finishes sweet like burnt brown sugar, with some coffee and anisette. Syrupy but generous.",Reserva,12,85,Maule Valley,,,Chilensis 2009 Reserva Malbec (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chilensis-2009-reserva-malbec-maule-valley/,Malbec,2009,Chilensis 14,Red,South Africa,"A soft, drinkable red with hints of sweet smoke and cured meat adding character to the mulberry and blackberry fruit flavors. Medium weight with low tannins and an easy finish. Drink now.",Oak Lane,9,85,Stellenbosch,,,Beau Joubert 2009 Oak Lane Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beau-joubert-2009-oak-lane-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Beau Joubert 13,Red,France,"Smooth, open, fruity wine, with good black berry flavors, rounded by wood. The tannins offer a bite to go with the acidity. Age for a year.",Thomas Barton Réserve,12,85,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Barton & Guestier 2008 Thomas Barton Réserve (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2008-thomas-reserve-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Barton & Guestier 12.5,Red,France,"A wine that offers plenty of the charm of Margaux, with its soft tannins, layers of chocolate, smooth texture and juicy fruit. The wood at this stage is prominent, and needs to settle down.",Thomas Barton Réserve,30,85,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Barton & Guestier 2007 Thomas Barton Réserve (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2007-thomas-reserve-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Barton & Guestier 12.5,White,South Africa,"With 11,000 cases imported, this crisp, clean Steen should be easy to find and well worth the price. Light weight but filled with ripe pineapple and Key lime flavors accented by crushed white flowers. Drink now.",Old Vines Steen,10,85,Swartland,,,The Royal Valley Vineyards Wine Company 2009 Old Vines Steen Chenin Blanc (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-valley-wine-company-2009-old-vines-steen-chenin-blanc-swartland/,Chenin Blanc,2009,The Royal Valley Vineyards Wine Company 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Crisp and brisk on the palate, with hints of grapefruit, melon and fig accented by herbal, leafy notes. The flavors fade quickly on the finish, but the wine makes for a pleasant apéritif.",by Ant Moore,10,85,Marlborough,,,Terroir 2009 by Ant Moore Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terroir-2009-by-ant-moore-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Terroir 13,Red,Italy,"Slightly muddled at first, this wine needs a few minutes to open in the glass. It slowly reveals aromas of dark spice, prune and plum. In the mouth there are sour cherry flavors and tight tannins.",,,85,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Terredora 2007 Piedirosso (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-2007-italian-red-piedirosso-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,Piedirosso,2007,Terredora 9.5,White,Germany,"Plump, creamy and off dry, this is Riesling that's easy and approachable, with bright lime sherbet and green apple notes. Drink now.",,10,85,Mosel,,,Starling Castle 2009 Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starling-castle-2009-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Starling Castle 12.5,White,New Zealand,"A light, perfectly quaffable Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, the 2009 Sea Breeze displays classic grapefruit and gooseberry notes, accented by hints of tomato leaf. Finishes a bit short, but provides decent value.",,11,85,East Coast,,,Sea Breeze 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (East Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sea-breeze-2009-sauvignon-blanc-east-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Sea Breeze 13.5,White,Chile,"Fleshy, melony scents kick it off. That set of aromas is followed by an acidic, lively palate with generic, slightly mealy flavors of peach, citrus and light oak. Long but a little bitter on the finish, but with good acid-driven zest.",Reserva,12,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Rita 2009 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2009-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Santa Rita 13.5,Red,Chile,"Leafy, dry and earthy on the nose, with a hint of flowery red fruit. The palate rings with sharp acidity, which livens up blackberry, herb, black tea and carob flavors. Shows a lot of wayward, unintegrated oak on the finish but stays bright due to juicy acidity.",Reserva,12,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2008 Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2008-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2008,Santa Rita 9.5,White,Germany,"Round on the palate for a Riesling, with plumpness and sweetness to the midpalate that's balanced by hints of pink grapefruit and passion fruit and a fresh, clean finish. Patio wine.",,13,85,Rheinhessen,,,Louis Guntrum 2009 Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-guntrum-2009-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Louis Guntrum 13.5,White,Chile,"Very aromatic, to the point of being flowery. The palate is sweet and dense, with a heavy, round mouthfeel and candied mango, melon and applesauce flavors. Finishes just pure enough, with weight and pith entering the fray. Don't wait long to drink.",Reserva,14,85,Limarí Valley,,,Los Molles 2010 Reserva Viognier (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-molles-2010-reserva-viognier-limari-valley/,Viognier,2010,Los Molles 15,White,South Africa,"Soft red apple, hard peach, green fig and underripe banana peel all marry with an underlying yellow floral note. Light and easy in the mouth with a short but clean finish.",,15,85,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2009 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2009-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Ken Forrester ,White,US,"A good, everyday sipper, soft and gentle, with appealing flavors of pineapples, oranges, pears, cream and buttered toast. Could show greater structure and acidity.",Highflyer,18,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Somerston 2009 Highflyer Grenache Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/somerston-2009-highflyer-other-white-grenache-blanc-napa-valley/,Grenache Blanc,2009,Somerston 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Spiced meat, tomato leaf and stemmy black fruit overwhelm this wine, which might unfortunately be a bit past its prime. 69% Merlot, 27% Cabernet Franc and 4% Cabernet Sauvignon.",The Oak Valley Blend,30,85,Elgin,,,Oak Valley 2005 The Oak Valley Blend Red (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-valley-2005-blend-red-elgin/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Oak Valley ,White,France,"A blend of typical Gascon grapes gives a lemon and citrus wine, very fresh, tangy. There is plenty of acidity and an attractive lightness. Screwcap.",Villa Beaurivage,9,85,France Other,Vin de France,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2009 Villa Beaurivage White (Vin de France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2009-villa-beaurivage-white-vin/,White Blend,2009,Lionel Osmin & Cie 13.7,Red,US,"Some awkward flavors and textures in this dry, tannic wine. Polished blackberries and cherries co-exist beside less ripe mint, and the tannins and acids are sharp and green. Seems like problems at the sorting table.",,40,85,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,A.S. Kiken 2008 Red (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/as-kiken-2008-red-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Red Blend,2008,A.S. Kiken 14,Red,South Africa,"Straightforward and easy to drink with a red fruit core of plum and cherry flavors accented by notes of black currant leaf and tea leaves. Low tannins assist in the approachable structure, and the finish is clean and juicy.",Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Malbec-Petit Verdot,12,85,Wellington,,,Appollis 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Malbec-Petit Verdot Red (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/appollis-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-malbec-petit-verdot-red-wellington/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Appollis ,Red,US,"Light and delicate, this “Vintage Debut” Pinot Noir skates along a pretty thin edge. Light hints of strawberry and cherry blossom lead into a pale wine with plenty of acidity. But despite the acclaimed vintage, this is pretty thin stuff.",Vintage Debut,30,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amalie Robert 2008 Vintage Debut Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalie-robert-2008-vintage-debut-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Amalie Robert 13,Red,Italy,This easy food wine (a blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon) offers aromas of wild berry and white almond. There's a nice balance between crispness and a touch of sweetness on the close.,Rosenere,,85,Central Italy,Forlì,,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 2009 Rosenere Red (Forlì),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drei-dona-tenuta-palazza-2009-rosenere-red-forli/,Red Blend,2009,Drei Donà Tenuta La Palazza 12,White,US,"Textbook Pinot Grigio, crisp in acidity and slightly sweet, with brilliant lemongrass, pineapple, pear, green apple and honeysuckle flavors. So easy to drink, at a great price. With production at 15,000 cases, it's easy to find.",,7,85,California,California Other,California,flipflop 2010 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flipflop-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2010,flipflop 10,Dessert,US,"This is a dessert wine because it's frankly sweet in honey, sugared pineapple tart and lemon pie filling flavors. With crisp acidity, it's a nice sipper, clean and delicious. It's the best sweet Moscato at this price in California.",,7,85,California,California Other,California,flipflop 2010 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flipflop-2010-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2010,flipflop 12,Dessert,US,"This very sweet wine was harvested at 33 degrees brix, which for wine geeks means lots and lots of sugar. Honeyed flavors dominate, fruited with apricots and tangerines. It is, in a word, delicious. Even better, it's frosted with vanilla and butter, and vital acidity is perfect. A superior Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc that joins the top ranks of California dessert wines.",Late Harvest,45,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Envy 2007 Late Harvest White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2007-late-harvest-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2007,Envy 14.3,White,US,"Full-throttle Chardonnay, creamy and opulent, showing lemon custard, orange honey, buttered toast and cinnamon spice flavors, brightened with crisp, zesty acidity. Exceptionally rich and balanced, it's a beautiful wine for pairing with shellfish entrées.",Gravel Bench,55,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2009 Gravel Bench Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2009-gravel-bench-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Stonestreet 14.7,Red,US,"Smells and tastes just great, with all the hallmarks of an important Napa Cabernet. It's rich in blackberries, black currants, cassis and minerals. Near- perfect tannins and a tasteful overlay of sweet oak add textural complexity. For all that, the wine feels young and brusque. It wants 6–7 years of age to begin to strut its stuff. Open after 2012.",,70,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Azalea Springs 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azalea-springs-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Azalea Springs 14,Red,Argentina,"Fruity, pure and smooth on the nose, and maybe more dry and leathery than the blasting Nicasia vineyard wine. The palate has a deep, classy elegance along with power, and the flavors run toward huge black fruits, coffee and chocolate. Finishes dark, long and minerally, and overall it's yet another awesome top-flight Malbec from this world-class winery. Drink now through 2014.",Adrianna Vineyard,120,93,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2007 Adrianna Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2007-adrianna-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Bodega Catena Zapata 15.4,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend is three fifths Cabernet Sauvignon, yet deftly weaves in smaller percentages of Merlot, Cab Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec. Fruit-driven and complex, it's a smooth ride through fresh fruit flavors of plum, blueberry and cherry, focusing into a finish with ripe, polished tannins.",Coalesce,26,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tulpen 2007 Coalesce Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulpen-2007-coalesce-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Tulpen 13.5,Red,Spain,"Toasty and elegant from the beginning. The nose breathes Christmas spice and mature berry fruits, while the palate deals a persistent structure and acidity for added spine. Tastes a little rooty and savory, with root beer and chocolate notes to the finish. Drink now or hold thru 2016.",Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva,45,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2001 Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2001-imaz-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,El Coto 13,White,France,"A big, ripe wine, still very young and fresh in the mouth, showing how concentrated Sauvignon Blanc can age well. From a densely planted vineyard, the wine is bold, with a hint of minerality. It will age for several more years.",Haute Densité,51,92,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Château de Tracy 2006 Haute Densité (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tracy-2006-haute-densite-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2006,Château de Tracy 13.5,White,France,"Superripe fruit gives the wine weight and richness, toast and peach and pineapple fruits. Old vines give the concentration and opulent fruit. Worth aging 2–3 years.",Premier Cru,49,92,Burgundy,Meursault,,Manuel Olivier 2008 Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2008-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Manuel Olivier ,White,US,"Young and still integrating its lush barrel flavors, this savory Chardonnay should hit its peak in another two or three years. The fruit is full and fleshy, a generous mix of citrus, stone and tropical fruits. Creamy and nicely textural in the mouth, it has the grip and acidity to keep it poised and detailed through a long finish.",,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sinclair Estate Vineyards 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinclair-estate-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Sinclair Estate Vineyards ,Red,US,"Much more accessible than the winery's 2006 Syrah, this mixes muscle and meat, highlights from smaller component parts (Mourvèdre and Grenache) and overall clever blending. While bringing in the tart red fruit, the composted leaves, the moist loam and light funk of Washington Syrah, it also shows some pretty baking spices and a tight, precise finish.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,:Nota Bene 14.5,White,US,"Dry, racy and clean. Shows real class, with plenty of zesty lemon and lime acidity, brightening the citrus, lemongrass, white peach and mineral flavors. Production was 3,500 cases.",,30,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,La Crema 10,Dessert,Hungary,"Just one whiff of this wine reveals an intoxicating perfume of wildflower honey marked with zesty, fresh orange peel. An intensely concentrated honey elixir, it ripples persistently on the palate with a brilliant spray of Meyer lemon juice and a rich, vanilla cream note.",Red Label Aszú 5 Puttonyos - 500 ml,40,91,Tokaji,,,Royal Tokaji 2006 Red Label Aszú 5 Puttonyos - 500 ml (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-tokaji-2006-red-label-aszu-5-puttonyos-500-ml-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,2006,Royal Tokaji ,White,US,"Opulent, brimming with delicious pineapple custard, green apple pie, buttered toast, vanilla cream and cinnamon spice flavors. Bright acidity provides all the balance this delightful Chardonnay needs.",Bald Mountain Reserve,30,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martin Ray 2009 Bald Mountain Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2009-bald-mountain-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2009,Martin Ray ,Red,US,"Lovely delineation here, the berry/cherry fruit framed with coffee and chocolate from a 50/50 mix of French and American oak barrels. The surprise is the addition (via co-fermentation) of 6% Viognier, which stabilizes color and gives a pleasing, floral/citrus lift to the scents and flavors. Good balance and follow through.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,:Nota Bene 2007 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2007-ciel-cheval-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2007,:Nota Bene 14.5,Red,Argentina,"More “red” in style, with medicinal cherry and raspberry aromas leading to a fresh, racy palate with tons of cherry and plum flavor along with a hint of cola and cough drop. Clean and lithe on the finish, with no excess weight or oak. The real deal in terms of freshness and purity of fruit. Drink now through 2013.",Reserva,19,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Manuel Villafañe 2008 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-manuel-villafane-2008-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Don Manuel Villafañe 15,Red,Spain,"Black fruits, brightness and a friendly sweetness are the aromatic greeting. The palate is intense and thick, with creamy, medicinal berry and molten plum flavors. A little aggressive and minty, but likable and ready to roll. 70% Monastrell with 30% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Clio,45,91,Levante,Jumilla,,El Nido 2007 Clio Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-nido-2007-clio-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2007,El Nido 14.5,Red,US,"For twenty bucks or less, you get a Cabernet that's lush, soft and rich. The fruity flavors of freshly crushed, ripe raspberries and cherries are accented by hints of smoky oak in this gently tannic wine.",Crazy Creek Vineyard,20,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Katherine Goldschmidt 2008 Crazy Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/katherine-goldschmidt-2008-crazy-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Katherine Goldschmidt 13.5,Red,US,"Pinots from this vineyard always are full-bodied, tannic and high in acidity, with deep, extractedly ripe berry and cherry flavors. The danger is that this big style can become so exaggerated as to be clumsy, but Morgan always finds a way to keep the power in check. Cellar for 4–5 years, or give it a good long decant if you drink now.",Tondre Grapefield,48,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2008 Tondre Grapefield Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2008-tondre-grapefield-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Morgan 15.3,Red,US,"Bone dry, fruity and tannic, this pleasant Syrah has complex flavors of berries, cherries, grilled meat, pepper and smoky oak. Substantial in body, if a bit tough and astringent in tannins. Needs rich meats and cheeses. Could even improve in the cellar for a few years.",Saralee's Vineyard,40,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arrowood 2008 Saralee's Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2008-saralees-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2008,Arrowood 14.5,Red,US,"Nicely balanced, with cedar, mint and cherry notes presented in a medium-bodied format. It's on the crisp side for Napa Cabernet, with red fruit and chocolaty oak combining on the slightly tart finish. Drink it over the next few years with steak and be happy.",Olema,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amici 2007 Olema Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amici-2007-olema-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Amici 14.5,Red,Argentina,"On the oaky side, with toasty aromas of stacked wood, smoke and black fruits lurking below the surface. The palate has the typical piercing juiciness of the 2008 vintage, with bursting flavors of pie cherry and raspberry. Minty and oaky on the finish, with snappy finishing acidity. Drink now through 2012.",Reserva,25,90,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Altos Las Hormigas 2008 Reserva Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altos-las-hormigas-2008-reserva-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2008,Altos Las Hormigas ,White,US,"Pure varietal, this beguiles instantly with a floral and citrus rind nose that shouts Viognier. Orange peel, lime, acacia flowers, even a touch of honey flow from the glass; smooth and seamless, it coats the back of the throat and rolls into a harmonious finish.",,26,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Dusted Valley 2009 Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2009-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2009,Dusted Valley ,Red,US,"Rich, round and fruity, this substantial Grenache demonstrates the potential for this grape in Washington. Though winter hardiness can be a problem, in years such as this, where it ripens perfectly, the vines deliver a juicy, full-bodied wine brimming with cherry and brambly berry flavors. Here it has a light dusting of chocolate from aging in mostly neutral barrels.",,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2008 Grenache (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2008-grenache-columbia-valley-wa/,Grenache,2008,Dusted Valley 13.9,Red,US,"Rich, savory and interesting to drink. In fact, it's probably the best Grove Street Cabernet in years. Dry and fruity, it shows firm tannins bracing the blackberry and cherry flavors.",Healdsburg Ridge Reserve,28,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Grove Street 2008 Healdsburg Ridge Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-street-2008-healdsburg-ridge-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Grove Street 14.3,Red,US,"There's some sweaty, funky stuff going on with this Petite Sirah, along with massive blackberry, currant and tobacco flavors. The tannins are big, furry and strong, and the finish is bone dry. Shows that slightly rustic “Pet” quality, but in an upscale Napa way. Now–2020.",,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flying Horse 2006 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-horse-2006-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,Flying Horse 14.2,Red,US,"Could almost be a Cabernet Sauvignon, with ripe, concentrated blackberry, cassis and mocha-choco flavors. The tannins are strong, but very refined, in the Napa style, and the wine shows a good bite of acidity. A fine example of this variety, and should age well for a very long time.",Allomi,36,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hess 2008 Allomi Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-2008-allomi-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Hess 16.5,Red,Australia,"This wine handles its elevated alcohol level (labeled at 16.5%) well, with masses of slightly jammy fruit and a creamy, lush mouthfeel. Hints of baking spices and leather add complexity and persist through the long finish. It'd be fun to throw this in a blind tasting with some of California's top Zins.",,32,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Hentley Farm 2007 Zinfandel (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hentley-farm-2007-zinfandel-barossa-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Hentley Farm 13,Red,France,"Firm and dark wine, its solid tannins very much to the fore. There is also a strong toasty wood element that needs time to blend in what will be ripe, sweet fruits, freshened with pungent acidity. For aging.",Gravières Premier Cru,40,90,Burgundy,Santenay,,Domaine Jessiaume 2008 Gravières Premier Cru (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2008-gravieres-premier-cru-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Jessiaume 13.5,Red,France,"Kirsch, black currant, cured meat and foliage notes lead the way on this concentrated, tightly structured wine. Dried black cherry and fresh garrigue herbs fill the velvety textured mouth, and linger well into the finish alongside a touch of cocoa powder flavor. Drink now through 2014.",Veilles Vignes Pic Saint-Loup,25,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château de Lancyre 2008 Veilles Vignes Pic Saint-Loup Syrah-Grenache (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lancyre-2008-veilles-vignes-pic-saint-loup-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-coteaux/,Syrah-Grenache,2008,Château de Lancyre 14.4,Red,US,"Not showing well in its youth. It's all sharp tannins and acids and blackberry-cherry jam fruit that smacks of immaturity. But it's clearly well made, and has the depth and length of finish of a Cabernet that should gain in the bottle. Better after 2014.",Cinq Cepages,75,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2007 Cinq Cepages Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2007-cinq-cepages-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Chateau St. Jean 13,White,Australia,"Made in a crisper, fresher style than many Viogniers, without the extreme aromatics of some, but possessing fine, complex pear and pineapple fruit alongside smoky-minerally notes. It's medium-bodied and admirably focused, with a long, refreshing finish.",Estate Grown,27,90,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,De Bortoli 2008 Estate Grown Viognier (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2008-estate-grown-viognier-yarra-valley/,Viognier,2008,De Bortoli 13.5,Red,Italy,"Jèma (a 100% expression of Corvina, one of the main grapes used in Amarone) is a new wine from the folks at Cesari that offers oak-driven notes of spice and sweet tobacco backed by blackberry, cassis and plum. In the mouth, the wine shows an elegant, almost delicate side.",Jèma,49,90,Veneto,Veronese,,Cesari 2005 Jèma Corvina (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-2005-jema-italian-red-corvina-veronese/,Corvina,2005,Cesari 14.5,Red,US,"Tons of fresh, succulent cherry and raspberry fruit flavors in this savory wine, elaborated with sweet, smoky oak. Made in a drink-me-now style, it's soft and lush, with beautifully ripe, smooth tannins.",Reserve,95,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bennett Lane 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-lane-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bennett Lane 14.2,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend of five grapes, this melds blackberry and black cherry fruit with plenty of toasty oak and ground coffee. It's a nice mix of fruit and barrel, dark and smoky, but not too heavy at 14.2% alcohol.",Sur La Mer,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),William Church 2007 Sur La Mer Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-church-2007-sur-mer-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,William Church 13,White,France,"A rich style of Chablis, full of ripe apricot, plum and pear juice flavors. There is a buttery character as well that rounds the wine out while still leaving a tense core, hinting at minerality.",Montmains Premier Cru,35,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2008 Montmains Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2008-montmains-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Simonnet-Febvre ,Red,US,"Released quite young, this is a wine to decant. It's big and dark and tannic, tight as a tick, with grainy, textural tannins wrapped heavily around tart blue and purple berries. Though the flavors are pure Syrah, the structure and density are Cabernet-like, and though it's a guess, the odds are this is a wine to cellar for at least a decade.",Ceidleigh,36,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Efeste 2008 Ceidleigh Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2008-ceidleigh-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2008,Efeste ,Red,US,"A fine effort in this classic vintage, the Merlot is firm, almost muscular, and dappled with fresh herbs—cilantro and basil. The brambly blackberry fruit has the power to more than hold its own after 18 months in two-thirds new French oak.",Canoe Ridge Estate,22,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Chateau Ste. Michelle 2007 Canoe Ridge Estate Merlot (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2007-canoe-ridge-estate-merlot-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Merlot,2007,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.9,Red,US,"This young, brash Cabernet is filled with adolescent power and angst. It's all sinew and potency now, in the grip of strong, masculine tannins that overshadow the blackberry fruit. It's clearly a cellar candidate, and should emerge, in eight years or so, with authority.",,75,91,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Diamond Terrace 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-terrace-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Diamond Terrace 14.5,Red,US,"Darker and richer than Amici's second label (Olema), this is anchored by ripe cassis and chocolate flavors. Cedary oak and minty accents add complexity, while the mouthfeel is velvety soft, finishing with a touch of warmth. Probably best consumed over the next few years.",,35,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amici 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amici-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Amici 13.5,Red,Italy,"This vintage of La Grola opens with impressive intensity and richness of texture that spreads generously over the palate. This food-friendly Italian red makes a lasting impression thanks to its beautiful aromas of black fruit, spice, toasted nut, cola and tobacco.",La Grola,28,91,Veneto,Veronese,,Allegrini 2007 La Grola Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2007-grola-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2007,Allegrini 13.5,White,US,"A very beautiful Sauvignon Blanc, without any disagreeable green notes, although it does carefully tread the line. Shows the Arroyo Seco's crisp acidity, with tart, savory flavors of gooseberries, Meyer lemons and minerals. The addition of some Sémillon seems to add fat to the bones. A great restaurant wine.",Griva,20,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Bernardus 2009 Griva Sauvignon Blanc (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2009-griva-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Bernardus 14.8,Red,US,"There should be plenty of buzz about The Buzz. Dense and dark, loaded with black fruits, coffee grounds and ground pepper, this high-alcohol, slightly volatile wine is not unlike some cult wines selling for four times the price.",The Buzz,19,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Beresan 2007 The Buzz Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2007-buzz-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Beresan 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Brut sparkler sees Chardonnay and Pinot Nero blended together to produce a fragrant and creamy whole. Aromas here include stone fruit, mineral and sourdough bread. It feel silky, rich and offers sharp, tonic perlage that keeps the palate refreshed.",Gran Cuvée Brut,69,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista 2005 Gran Cuvée Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-2005-gran-cuvee-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Bellavista 14.6,Red,US,"Dark as midnight in a moonless sky, dry as dust, hard and astringent in tannins. That's the challenge this immature Cabernet presents, which makes it difficult to appreciate now. However, it has deep, fine blackberry and cherry fruit flavors, and should have a good future. The score reflects the possibilities after 5–7 years of aging.",Heritage Release,90,91,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,La Jota Vineyard 2007 Heritage Release Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jota-vineyard-2007-heritage-release-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,La Jota Vineyard 13.5,Red,Italy,"Cresasso is a leading protagonist among a new generation of 100% expressions of the Corvina grape (one of the most important blending elements in Amarone) from northern Italy. This beautiful wine shows bold intensity, extraction and soft aromas of mature fruit and oak spice.",Cresasso,60,91,Veneto,Veronese,,Zenato 2005 Cresasso Corvina (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2005-cresasso-italian-red-corvina-veronese/,Corvina,2005,Zenato 15,Red,Argentina,"Powerful from the beginning, with depth of fruit to the nose as well as floral notes. The palate is a bit more simple than I expected; it's fresh and properly acidic but the flavors of berry and black cherry are jammy and there seems to be a hint of overripeness to the wine. Still, it's a dark, lusty Malbec with purity and nice touches of vanilla, mocha and coffee. Drink now.",Renacer R,70,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Renacer 2007 Renacer R Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-renacer-2007-r-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Bodega Renacer 14.5,Red,France,"This 100% Syrah is an intense wine that's a complete package of balanced fruit and spice. Wild raspberry, cherry, sweet hickory smoke and crushed violets are at the core here, with a touch of pepper and mocha unfolding on the finish. Creamy and decadent in the mouth with firm but approachable tannins. Drink now–2014.",Diamant des Karantes La Clape,60,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château des Karantes 2006 Diamant des Karantes La Clape Syrah (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-karantes-2006-diamant-des-clape-shiraz-syrah-syrah-coteaux/,Syrah,2006,Château des Karantes ,Red,US,"This is a very well-crafted wine from an important new winery on Red Mountain. Building on a terroir-driven European style pioneered by Hedges, this wine, made by the winemaking team of Pete Hedges and Sarah Goedhart, brings a perfect blend of mixed red and blue fruits, spice, juicy acidity and the indefinable “extra” depth of Red Mountain vineyard land. Though the vines are young, the wine shows immense promise.",Electrum,60,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Obelisco Estate 2008 Electrum Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obelisco-estate-2008-electrum-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Obelisco Estate ,Red,US,"Sweet, sappy, almost jammy berry fruit flavors open the wine, and quickly lead into a midpalate with an unusual mix of forest mushroom, earth, cured meat and dried leaf accents. Complex and thought-provoking.",Una Notte,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2007 Una Notte Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2007-una-notte-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,:Nota Bene 15.5,White,US,"A lovely wine, unique and distinctive. Has the rich creaminess and citrus and tropical fruit flavors of an upscale Chardonnay, but with a nutty, exotic sweetness, like roasted cashews. Very fine, soft and opulent wine.",Reserve Speciale,40,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 2008 Reserve Speciale Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2008-reserve-speciale-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Arrowood 14.7,Red,US,"A fine trio of vineyards—Boushey, Cold Creek and Sagemoor—comprise the blend here. The fruit runs the table from cherry to blackberry to cassis, threaded throughout with fresh herbs and clean earth. Good balance with no heat from the 14.7% alcohol; the tannins are polished and drying, and the finish has a soft, leathery smoothness.",Spur,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Lachini 2007 Spur Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lachini-2007-spur-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Lachini 13,Red,Italy,"This is a very personalized, very different Merlot that shows beautiful elegance and grace thanks to cool-climate growing conditions and clay soils. The wine opens with a dark, full color and offers pristine aromas of cherry, pomegranate, leather and savory shades of spice.",Ritratti,17,91,,Trentino,,La Vis 2007 Ritratti Merlot (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vis-2007-ritratti-merlot-trentino/,Merlot,2007,La Vis 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a beautiful Riserva Pinot Bianco that delivers intense aromas of stone fruit, honey, melon and toasted almond. The wine rests on the lees for eight months for extra heft and density on its naturally rich texture. Pair it with shellfish or white meat.",Riserva,36,91,,Collio,,Russiz Superiore 2006 Riserva Pinot Bianco (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russiz-superiore-2006-riserva-pinot-blanc-bianco-collio/,Pinot Bianco,2006,Russiz Superiore 14.1,White,US,"There's not much Chardonnay grown on Howell Mountain, but here's one to check out. It has an unusually pungent earthiness, leading to rich flavors of yellow apricots, lemon tart and kumquats, with a complex touch of mushroom. Bone dry and crisp, it should develop bottle complexities over the next 5–6 years.",,45,91,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Freemark Abbey 2009 Chardonnay (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2009-chardonnay-napa-howell-mountain/,Chardonnay,2009,Freemark Abbey ,Red,US,"Tightly wound, this young Merlot, from a blend of Red Mountain vineyards, has a steely spine and muscular tannins. The fruit is a bit subdued at the moment, but there is a clear sense of structure, verticality and depth. Notes of graphite and earth accent the tart red fruits. Give this one plenty of decanting.",,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Fidelitas 2008 Merlot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Merlot,2008,Fidelitas 13,White,US,"Like all Thomas Fogarty's Chardonnays, this is dry, acidic and minerally. It is not one of those ultrarich Chards dripping with buttered popcorn and tropical fruit jam. Wine aficionados will appreciate the Chablis-like citrus fruit, white flower and steel elegance.",Langley Hill,48,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2007 Langley Hill Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2007-langley-hill-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2007,Thomas Fogarty 14.2,White,US,"You can feel and taste the cool weather during this vintage in the citrusy acids, steely minerals and sleek, streamlined flavors of Meyer lemons and nectarines. Barrel fermentation adds needed richness. Good price for a dry, sophisticated Chardonnay.",,24,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma-Cutrer 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-cutrer-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Sonoma-Cutrer 10,Dessert,US,"This dessert wine is very sweet but not incredibly so, with a flavor like apricot and tangerine jam, drizzled with honey and vanilla extract and sprinkled with cinnamon. If that sounds delicious, it is, and the acidity makes it clean and zesty. The price isn't bad, considering that this is a full bottle, not a half bottle as so many dessert wines are.",Patrona,38,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stephen & Walker 2009 Patrona Muscat Canelli (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2009-patrona-muscat-canelli-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Muscat Canelli,2009,Stephen & Walker 13,Red,France,"Dark colored and powerful, this is a great expression of the more massive side of Gevrey Chambertin. The wine is dense, dark, with black plum and fig flavors, leavened with attractive juicy acidity. Tannins thread through the acidity. Age for 2–3 years.",,39,91,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Manuel Olivier 2008 Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2008-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Manuel Olivier 13.7,Red,US,"This is the most available of all the new releases from this important new winery and vineyard on Red Mountain. It sets up with black cherry, plum and blackberry fruits, annotated with clove and coffee. Perfectly balanced and kept at a moderate 13.7% alcohol, this Cabernet-dominated Bordeaux blend is graceful and refined, built for food and cellarworthy for up to a decade.",,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Obelisco Estate 2008 Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obelisco-estate-2008-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Obelisco Estate 14.2,White,US,"Held back longer than most Chardonnays, this single-vineyard wine is beginning to pick up bottle complexity. It's a connoisseur's wine, not dazzlingly rich and sweet, but dry, acidic and minerally, with lemon and orange citrus fruit flavors. You have to appreciate subtlety to like this artisanal wine. Should evolve in interesting ways over the next six years.",Sonoma Stage Vineyard,35,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Peters Family 2007 Sonoma Stage Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peters-family-2007-sonoma-stage-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,Peters Family 13,White,France,"A finely rounded wine, with lovely ripe peach and pineapple fruits, lifted by a dash of lemon juice. Finely balanced, ripe in character, although always textured and tangy. There is a mouthwatering finish.",Fourchaume Premier Cru,33,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2008 Fourchaume Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2008-fourchaume-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,La Chablisienne 14,Red,Italy,"Sansonina offers this unique Merlot with warm and complex characteristics of the territory that shaped it. The Verona winegrowing area is influenced by Lake Garda and the Dolomites; Consequently, this wine shows pristine aromas of cherry, spice and leather backed by a soft, silky texture.",,40,91,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Sansonina 2005 Merlot (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sansonina-2005-merlot-rosso-veronese/,Merlot,2005,Sansonina 12.5,White,France,"A toasty and buttery wine that is initially smooth and silky. It's only on the mid-palate that the tauter, more steely character of Chablis comes through. With fresh acidity, this easily combines both ripeness and mouthwatering crispness.",Domaine Drouhin-Vaudon Premier Cru,36,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Domaine Drouhin-Vaudon Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-domaine-vaudon-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Joseph Drouhin 14.5,Red,US,"A lovely, lush, complex and inviting nose brings rich cherry fruit, coffee grounds, smoke and toast right up front. The wine is ripe and fruity, but also shows tangy acidity, even hints of citrus and pineapple, and a lively mouthfeel that invites another sip. Still young and unevolved, it remains a bit disjointed, but with many interesting components.",Ethos Reserve,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2007 Ethos Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2007-ethos-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Chateau Ste. Michelle ,Red,US,"Inky black, thick and juicy with a mélange of berry flavors. Laced around the voluptuous fruit are threads of dark chocolate, and the wine seamlessly moves into a finish with even darker notes of toast, char and coffee grounds. For all of its power, it keeps the alcohol in the mid-14% range, with no burn at all.",Jolie Bouche,36,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Efeste 2008 Jolie Bouche Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2008-jolie-bouche-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,Efeste 15.1,Red,US,"Dry, dramatic and rich, a Cabernet whose authoritative tannins mark it as classic Napa Valley. Beyond that are ripe blackberry, black currant and cassis flavors that are liberally oaked. Needs some time to come around, although you could drink it now with a good decant. But better 2013–2018.",,75,91,California,Napa,St. Helena,Charnu 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charnu-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Charnu 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This feminine, delicate rosé sparkling wine from northern Italy opens with a beautiful peachy-pink color and lively aromas of stone fruit, cranberry, pink rose, dried grass and crushed mineral. Pair this wine with caviar or smoked salmon.",Gran Cuvée Rosé,78,91,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista 2005 Gran Cuvée Rosé (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-2005-gran-cuvee-rose-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Bellavista 13.5,Red,Spain,"A surprise and a true find in that this wine is excellent but priced well below its quality level. The nose is outright gorgeous; it's subtle, spicy, layered with dried fruit and folds in hints of tomato leaf and dill. The palate is expressive, delicate and offers smooth, leathery flavors. In a perfect state of evolution; drink now through 2013.",Rioja Bordón Gran Reserva,29,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Franco-Españolas 2001 Rioja Bordón Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-franco-espanolas-2001-rioja-bordon-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2001,Bodegas Franco-Españolas ,Red,Argentina,"This single-vineyard Malbec proves once again that Achaval-Ferrer does not specialize in textbook wines. It's a terroir-driven hard-body with tight blueberry and cherry aromas and flavors. There's a lot of zest, drive and crispness to the palate, and the finish is tight, layered and long. Drinkable now through 2018.",Finca Mirador,120,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Achaval-Ferrer 2008 Finca Mirador Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaval-ferrer-2008-finca-mirador-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Achaval-Ferrer 14.9,Red,US,"A big, dry, immature wine, firm in acids and tannins, whose strong black pepper notes add to its tart pungency. Underneath all that are immaculate blackberry and roasted meat flavors. Impressive for the price, and should develop bottle complexity over the next six years.",,26,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,White Oak 2006 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2006,White Oak 13.9,White,US,"A rich, complex Sauvignon Blanc worth the price. You can taste the oak and lees influences in the buttermilk cream and smokiness, but the lemon, lime and white peach flavors really star.",,23,91,California,Napa,Yountville,Envy 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/envy-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-yountville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Envy ,Red,US,"The Optu red is 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 9% Malbec and 6% Petit Verdot. No Cab Franc, which seems to be losing favor among Washington winemakers. The 2007 is a much better Optu than its predecessor, nicely structured and balanced, with a blend of fruit, leaf, earth and barrel that is seamless and complex. Elegant and detailed, this is a wine to tuck away for a few years.",Optu,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2007 Optu Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2007-optu-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Fidelitas ,Red,US,"The winery's top wine, it explores the uppermost possibilities of Dry Creek Valley Cabernet. The brusque tannins and briary, green peppercorns are reminiscent of Zinfandel, making the wine, despite elaborate blackberry and cassis flavors, somewhat rustic. Yet it's an interesting rusticity, with lots of personality, and certainly provides an alternative to Napa's soft lushness.",Endeavor,60,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2006 Endeavor Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2006-endeavor-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Dry Creek Vineyard ,Red,US,"A fine bottle — full, fleshy, immediately throwing out dense aromatics with toast and roasted coffee and bitter chocolate components. A deep vein of black cherry and cassis keeps the core tight and focused, and a small splash of Syrah adds the scent of black pepper.",Canoe Ridge Estate,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Chateau Ste. Michelle 2008 Canoe Ridge Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2008-canoe-ridge-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Pure on the nose, with plenty of pop. Aromas of dark black cherry are tight and smoky, with minerality. Flavors of cola and wild-berry fruits are right on the money, and the feel is firm but deep and layered. Offers fine character and ageability. A blend of Malbec from three top vineyards; drink through 2014.",Selección de Bodega,40,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2007 Selección de Bodega Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2007-seleccion-bodega-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Doña Paula 14,Red,Spain,"Earthy and rich Tempranillo with hints of fresh herbs, tomato, balsam wood and spice in addition to roasted plum on the bouquet. The palate is tannic and big but shows a ton of fruit and classy flavors of roasted berry, dark chocolate, licorice and dried spices. Heady on the finish and aggressive, but loaded with flavor, kick and quality. Drink now through 2014.",Kios Elite,27,91,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Tikalo 2004 Kios Elite Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tikalo-2004-kios-elite-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2004,Tikalo 14.5,Red,Italy,"Decima Aurea is a refined and elegant expression of Merlot with deep and long aromas of ripe cherry, blackberry pie, Indian spice, clove and old spice. The wine shows the sophistication of age, but also promises years of cellar aging.",Decima Aurea,52,91,Veneto,Veneto,,Tenuta Santa Maria alla Pieve 2004 Decima Aurea Merlot (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santa-maria-alla-pieve-2004-decima-aurea-merlot-veneto/,Merlot,2004,Tenuta Santa Maria alla Pieve 14.8,Red,US,"Dramatically rich and full-bodied in blackberry, cassis, dark chocolate and oak flavors. With thick, fine tannins giving it a youthful astringency, this Bordeaux blend needs to be cellared. Should develop bottle notes over the next ten years.",Legacy,85,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2007 Legacy Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2007-legacy-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Stonestreet ,Red,US,"This vintage of the Darkness Syrah is framed in an elegant, acid-driven, vintage-specific style. There is plenty of fruit—dark and roasted, with a mix of berries, pepper, and a splash of citrus—but the overall flavor set is highlighted by its acidity, and supported by earthy tannins. A fine food wine, with some years of life ahead.",Darkness,56,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Sparkman 2008 Darkness Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2008-darkness-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,Sparkman 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a beautifully fragrant Merlot from cool-climate northern Italy that shows pristine aromas of cherry, wild berry, red rose and Indian spice. The wine is structured and smooth on the finish with soft, plush tannins.",Maso delle Rose,39,91,,Alto Adige,,Josef Weger 2005 Maso delle Rose Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-weger-2005-maso-delle-rose-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2005,Josef Weger 13.9,White,US,"Here's a classically rich, barrel-aged Chardonnay. With a beautiful golden color, it brims with pineapple, golden mango and lemon custard flavors, enhanced with bright, citrusy acidity. Very fine and classy, at a great price.",,20,91,California,Central Coast,Monterey,La Crema 2009 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2009,La Crema 13,Red,France,"A straight, austere wine, very concentrated. Tannins are solidly extracted, giving a dry tough edge. It definitely needs aging.",Aux Echanges Premier Cru,55,91,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Maison Jessiaume 2008 Aux Echanges Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jessiaume-2008-aux-echanges-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Jessiaume 14,Red,Italy,"Sansonina is a beautiful wine with a distinct personality and elegant tones of cherry, blackberry, spice and leather integrated over a rich, plush mouthfeel. It also shows a clean, linear approach with a tight but long-lasting finish.",,40,91,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Sansonina 2006 Merlot (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sansonina-2006-merlot-rosso-veronese/,Merlot,2006,Sansonina 14.7,White,US,"Tightly wound and sleek, a nervous, elegant young wine that needs time in the cellar or decanting to begin to open up. The lemon, lime, honeysuckle and buttered toast flavors have a distinctive tang of minerals, which makes the finish bracing. Now through 2015.",Upper Barn,60,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2009 Upper Barn Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2009-upper-barn-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Stonestreet 14.2,White,US,"This Chardonnay, a blend of various coastal vineyards, is marked by high acidity and great dryness. It is emphatically not a soft, honeyed fruit gusher. The sleek minerality and elusive citrus fruit flavors have just the right touch of buttery, toasted oak. Drink now.",Russian River Ranches,40,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma-Cutrer 2009 Russian River Ranches Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-cutrer-2009-russian-river-ranches-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Sonoma-Cutrer 13,White,France,"On the steely, taut side of Chablis, this is a wine for aging. It has fine complexity, lemon and green plum flavors vying with a buttery edge. Keep for 3–4 years.",Vaillons Premier Cru,30,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2008 Vaillons Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2008-vaillons-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Simonnet-Febvre 14,Red,Argentina,"A home run in middle-tier Malbec. Excellent power and balance are on display. It's firm, minerally and tight, but with generous berry and cassis aromas and flavors along with ample coffee, spice and mocha qualities. Impressive, especially given the price tag; drink now through 2014.",Q,20,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2009 Q Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2009-q-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Zuccardi 14.8,Red,US,"A juicy, delicious Sangio, whose bright acidity underscores a lush mix of raspberries, blackberries, boysenberries and plum. The alcohol is a substantial 14.8%. The wine benefits from an extra year of bottle age, and is now beginning to hint at grace notes of leaf and tobacco.",,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tulpen 2007 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulpen-2007-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2007,Tulpen ,Red,US,"A classic from the first sniff to the last swallow, this Bordeaux blend, made for Lachini by winemaker Jamie Brown, offers tangy red fruits, pepper, toast and earth highlights, with a base of green olive and brown spices. All in all, a fascinating wine with subtle variations on the Bordeaux theme.",La Contrada,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Lachini 2007 La Contrada Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lachini-2007-contrada-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Lachini 14.5,White,Australia,"Shows all the beautiful Viognier notes you could ask for: flowers, spice, apricot and melon, carried by a succulent mouthfeel that remains fresh and vibrant from start to lingeringly spicy finish. Drink now.",,20,91,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Yalumba 2009 Viognier (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2009-viognier-eden-valley/,Viognier,2009,Yalumba 13.9,Red,US,"There's a very good wine in this bottle that wants to come out, but right now, it's locked down in youthfully dry, herbal tannins. It's a very rich, finely grown wine, showing the ripeness of the vintage in its blackberry, black cherry and mocha flavors. Should develop bottle complexity over the next 5–8 years.",Redgrav Vineyard,50,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Longboard 2007 Redgrav Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2007-redgrav-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Longboard 15.1,Red,US,"A polished, complex wine to drink now, despite considerable tannins. Give it a decant for a few hours to let it mellow. Shows ripe blackberry, cherry, licorice, cola and smoky oak flavors that are young, intense and nervy in acids.",Reserve,38,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Highway 12 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highway-12-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Highway 12 14.4,Rose,US,"Shows the dry tannins and astringency of youthful Hanzell, but these Pinot Noirs are famously capable of extended aging. Tastes almost rustic now, with a deep core of cherries and cola. The oak is unintegrated, further accentuating the wine's immaturity. Needs time. Better after 2013, and should develop for an additional decade.",,95,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Hanzell 14.9,Red,US,"Berries are the name of the game in this rich, forward Syrah. Cherries, raspberries, mulberries and spicier, gamier kinds of wild berries mark the flavors, which are lifted by sweet, smoky oak. The mouthfeel is pure and velvety, courtesy of ripely soft tannins. A fashionable wine to drink now, especially with lamb.",,49,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Exuberance 2007 Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/exuberance-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2007,Exuberance 12.9,White,France,"An impressively full wine, its ripe apricot flavors melding seamlessly into rich wood and concentrated flavors. The lemon acidity enlivens the ripe yellow fruits, leaving a rich final impression.",,36,91,Burgundy,Mâcon-Verze,,Domaine Leflaive 2008 Mâcon-Verze,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2008-chardonnay-macon-verze/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Leflaive 14.5,Red,France,"This La Clape red, made from 50% Grenache, 40% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre, is dark and herbal, with strong aromas of black berries and plum guts supporting the garrigue notes of lavender, thyme and bay leaf. More dark fruit unfolds in the mouth alongside sweet cigar spice and notes of bittersweet chocolate, almost like a spiced Black Forest cake. Big and hedonistic but silky and balanced; drink now–2014.",La Clape Rouge,29,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château des Karantes 2008 La Clape Rouge Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-karantes-2008-clape-rouge-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Château des Karantes 11,Dessert,Australia,"Yalumba's mastery of Viognier extends even to this botrytis-affected dessert style, which offers scents and flavors of honey, dried apricots and orange marmalade. It's not overly complex, but wonderfully concentrated yet balanced, with a long, honeyed finish. Drink it over the next few years.",FSW8B Botrytis - 375 ml,19,92,South Australia,Wrattonbully,,Yalumba 2009 FSW8B Botrytis - 375 ml Viognier (Wrattonbully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2009-fsw8b-botrytis-375-ml-viognier-wrattonbully/,Viognier,2009,Yalumba 14.5,White,US,"Very fine, showing the class of this vineyard, at a great price. Although the wine is thoroughly dry, it's vast in pineapple and lime fruit, with a minerally tang from the terroir and rich, sweet buttered toast and vanilla notes from oak barrel aging. The minerality reprises throughout, giving the wine a steely authority.",Oliver's Vineyard,28,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2008 Oliver's Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2008-olivers-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Stephen Ross 14.5,White,US,"A deliciously complex Chardonnay, nearly as good as the winery's single-vineyard wines, which makes it a great value. Smooth and clean, it shows vanilla cream, pineapple tart, Key lime pie and buttered toast flavors. Vibrant acidity keeps it all uplifted and bright.",,24,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2008 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Stephen Ross 14.5,White,US,"Creamy and crisp—a nice trick—this refreshing Chardonnay livens up the palate with a mix of herb, celery, apple and Asian pear, rolling into a finish of caramel apple and toast. It has a light touch despite the 14.5% alcohol, and sits nicely in the back of the throat, inviting another glass.",Lumière,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sparkman 2009 Lumière Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2009-lumiere-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Sparkman ,Red,US,"Put this one in the cellar and forget about it for a good six years, if not far longer. It's tannic and youthfully rude in fruity flavor, and the oak barrel influence presently dominates. But it's finely made and pure, showing its Howell Mountain roots, and should easily develop bottle complexity for many years.",Estate,55,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,White Cottage Ranch 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-cottage-ranch-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,White Cottage Ranch ,Red,US,"A tremendous Cabernet Franc that shows the intensely concentrated fruit and considerable tannins of Howell Mountain. Explosive in cherries, cherry liqueur and red currants, yet for all the power, the wine has a dignified balance. A bit aggressive now. Give it 2–3 years to calm down.",Estate,40,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,White Cottage Ranch 2008 Estate Cabernet Franc (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-cottage-ranch-2008-estate-cabernet-franc-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Franc,2008,White Cottage Ranch 11,Dessert,Hungary,"Orange peel, honey and spice notes linger over a bouquet of hyacinth and freesias. So beautifully structured, it's as if each sip unleashes a wave of sweet amber honey that undulates on the palate amidst flashes of golden marmalade and a vibrant citrus acidity.",Aszú 6 Puttonyos - 500 ml,80,92,Tokaj,,,Tokaj Classic 1999 Aszú 6 Puttonyos - 500 ml Tokaji (Tokaj),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tokaj-classic-1999-aszu-6-puttonyos-500-ml-white-blend-tokaji-tokaj/,Tokaji,1999,Tokaj Classic 14.2,White,US,"Marked by high acidity and stony minerals, this is an austerely elegant Chardonnay. Its natural lime and Meyer lemon flavors have been enriched with sweet oak. Shows the pedigreed finesse of its chilly climate estate origin. Drink now.",La Masía Don Miguel Vineyard,35,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2008 La Masía Don Miguel Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2008-masia-don-miguel-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Marimar Estate 14.2,Red,US,"This is one of those “best kept secrets” that pop up from time to time. The grapes come from the warm Pope Valley region, and the wine, made from free run juice, was aged in 55% new French oak. It has the feel and taste of Cabernets far more expensive. Almost overripe, it veers back at the last minute into pure, sweet blackberry essence. A great bargain, but only 317 cases were produced.",,25,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flying Horse 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-horse-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Flying Horse 15.5,Red,US,"Shut down by hard tannins and utterly dry, this fine young Cabernet is simply not ready to drink. It's very rich in blackberries, smoked meat and charred wood, with a finish that's fine, long and sweet in ripe fruits. Should blossom after 2014 and hold for a number of years.",,35,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Arrowood 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Arrowood 13,White,Italy,"Smooth, rich and beautifully textured, this opulent Chardonnay from cool-climate Alto Adige offers plush aromas of yellow fruit, rose, vanilla and toasted almond. You could pair Löwengang with shellfish or creamy risotto with wild mushrooms.",Löwengang,45,92,,Alto Adige,,Alois Lageder 2007 Löwengang Chardonnay (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-2007-lowengang-chardonnay-alto-adige/,Chardonnay,2007,Alois Lageder 14.7,Red,US,"A big, juicy Pinot Noir, rich and opulent, with flavors ranging from cherry pie and bacon through Dr. Pepper cola to the most succulent, meaty heirloom tomato you ever had. Exotically spicy and complex, and the overall result is delicious. Fine now and for the next 4–6 years.",Cargasacchi Vineyard,50,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ken Brown 2008 Cargasacchi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-brown-2008-cargasacchi-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ken Brown 15.1,Red,US,"An ambitious blend of Merlot, Tempranillo, Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon, grown mainly on Atlas Peak. It's bone dry and locked down in tannins and acidity, offering little relief, but there's a potent core of blackberries and black currants that yearns to bust through. Clearly well grown, it could be an ager, but predictions are risky.",The Doctor,60,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krupp Brothers 2007 The Doctor Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krupp-brothers-2007-doctor-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Krupp Brothers 14.2,Red,US,"The little vineyard, on the east side of the valley, is 101 years old, and was planted to a wide array of varieties, in the old Italian-American immigrant fashion. The wine is dry, complex and ageworthy. This '08 is deep in berry, spice, licorice and anise flavors, with a tang of minerals. It's fresh, vibrant and utterly distinctive. Will develop over the next decade.",Two Acres,43,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Carlisle 2008 Two Acres Red (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlisle-2008-two-acres-red-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Carlisle 15,Red,Spain,"Ripe and meaty, with bacon, earth, leather and inviting black fruit aromas. Not lazy at all; in fact a laser-like beam of acidity cuts through the palate, pushing bright, slightly fierce flavors of savory berry and minty oak. Finishes hot, spicy and with coffee and mocha. Cabernet-Monastrell to drink now through 2014.",Portú,69,92,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Luzón 2007 Portú Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-luzon-2007-portu-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2007,Bodegas Luzón 14.4,Red,US,"Soft and decadently delicious, this easy to like Syrah has flavors of cherries, bacon, mocha, black pepper and sandalwood. The tannins are pure Napa, velvety soft and complex. Drink now.",,47,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bennett Lane 2007 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-lane-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2007,Bennett Lane 15,Red,US,"Classic Petite Sirah from a warm climate, inky black, soft in texture and explosively rich in tannins. Extravagant in the essence of ripe summer blackberries and cassis, with a meaty quality surrounded by plenty of sweet, charred oak. Drink this robust beauty now with beef stews, barbecued spareribs, or even dark chocolate.",Big River Ranch,38,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Bella 2008 Big River Ranch Petite Sirah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2008-big-river-ranch-petite-sirah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Bella 14.9,Red,US,"Showing an enormous blast of cherries and raspberries, this Pinot is saved from being a fruit bomb by earthy, mushroomy complexities and a hit of acidity that makes the mouth water. It's way too young now, and should easily take 5–7 years in the cellar to come around.",Pisoni Vineyard,80,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Patz & Hall 2008 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2008-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Patz & Hall ,Red,US,"Estate-grown, spicy and fresh, this exciting wine from a new Red Mountain producer shows outstanding potential. Carefully crafted by the winemaking team of Pete Hedges and Sarah Goedhart, it's stylish, European, sleek and polished. The fruit is spicy and bright, the barrel accents just right, the tannins smooth and supple, and the length surprising. A fine effort.",,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Obelisco Estate 2008 Merlot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obelisco-estate-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Merlot,2008,Obelisco Estate 14.8,Red,US,"A really nice Pinot Noir, rich and silky, with gentle tannins and fine, crisp acidity. It's delicately structured, but powerful in raspberry, rosehip tea, vanilla, spice and sandalwood flavors. An upscale wine that gets better as it breathes in the glass.",Chorro Creek Vineyard,38,92,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Stephen Ross 2008 Chorro Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2008-chorro-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Stephen Ross ,Red,US,"A good amalgam of Red Mountain flavors—hard, tight tannins; dark, smoky black fruits; an underlayer of graphite and mineral. The wine is hard and compact, unyielding, but well-balanced and complete. In the nose are suggestions of moist earth, compost, soy, seaweed; the message is, stay tuned.",Ruckus,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Sparkman 2008 Ruckus Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2008-ruckus-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2008,Sparkman 11,Dessert,Hungary,"Pretty lavender and violet notes shaded with wax and lanolin scent this delicious, honey-coated wine. Decadently rich with a sunny, bright acidity and elegant tones of tangerine, black tea and heather, it's lip-smackingly good through its long, smooth finish.",Aszú 6 Puttonyos - 500 ml,59,92,Tokaj,,,Tokaj Classic 2000 Aszú 6 Puttonyos - 500 ml Tokaji (Tokaj),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tokaj-classic-2000-aszu-6-puttonyos-500-ml-white-blend-tokaji-tokaj/,Tokaji,2000,Tokaj Classic 14.9,Red,US,"Deliciously fruity and sweet in blackberries, cherries and raspberries, with a wonderful application of smoky oak. Really good now as an upscale Napa Cabernet, it should also develop for 6–8 years in the cellar.",Rive di Cimarossa,60,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Cimarossa 2007 Rive di Cimarossa Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cimarossa-2007-rive-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cimarossa 13.5,White,France,"Balancing sweet wood and mineral-driven citrus character, this is elegant and stylish, showing peach and grapefruit flavors. The wood, so fine, acts as balance and support. Age for 5–6 years.",,260,92,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2008 Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2008-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Leflaive ,Red,US,"This wine has been in release for almost two years, but the extra time has only improved it. Nicely melding the strengths of Klipsun vineyard Cabernet and Merlot with 24 months in half new, half year-old French oak barrels, this powerful wine has concentrated cherry and cassis fruit, potent baking spices, suggestions of mint and pepper, and a host of details waiting to be noticed. A great bottle to toss into a blind tasting of high-end California reds.",Il Mulinello Klipsun Vineyard,49,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Lachini 2006 Il Mulinello Klipsun Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lachini-2006-il-mulinello-klipsun-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Lachini 15.5,Red,US,"The vineyard of gnarled, very old vines is on a picturesque stretch of West Dry Creek Valley road, and the wine shows classic old vine characteristics. It's enormously concentrated in berry liqueur, cassis, spice and mineral flavors, and the finish is impressively dry. The alcohol level is high, but that's what it takes to get a Zinfandel this ripe and delicious.",Estate Old Vine,36,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Zichichi Family Vineyard 2008 Estate Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zichichi-family-vineyard-2008-estate-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Zichichi Family Vineyard 14,Red,Argentina,"Big, lush and tightly structured, with cola and mocha aromas along with serious black fruit power and brightness. A pure and delicious Malbec-Cabernet wine with the full allotment of berry character, cola accents, dark spice and clarity. Drink now through 2014.",Unus,40,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mendel 2007 Unus Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendel-2007-unus-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Mendel 14.4,White,US,"Shows the bone-dry, crisply acidic minerality of the winery's Chardonnays, a brisk, elegant wine whose complexities make it fascinating. The lemon and lime flavors are enriched with a touch of oak and lees. Try aging for six years to experience an aged California Chardonnay.",,30,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Smith-Madrone 2008 Chardonnay (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-madrone-2008-chardonnay-napa-spring-mountain/,Chardonnay,2008,Smith-Madrone 12.5,White,France,"Woody, toasty aromas announce this rich wine. With the ripe peach and nectarine flavors, this feels generous and opulent. However, there is always that push of a more steely, taut character to keep firmly in its terroir.",Montmains Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2008 Montmains Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2008-montmains-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,William Fèvre 14.5,White,US,"Very fine Chardonnay, marked by brisk, racy acidity and a steely tang to the lemon, lime, white peach and honeysuckle flavors. Very complex and lively, an alluring wine that will take a few years in the bottle.",Jackson Hills,25,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Kendall-Jackson 2009 Jackson Hills Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2009-hills-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Kendall-Jackson 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A big, ripe and pure Malbec with gorgeous berry aromas setting up a lush, yummy palate that pumps forth chewy, delicious blackberry, vanilla and chocolate flavors. Finishes warm and oaky; from a mediocre vintage, it's impressive. From the Chilean Huneeus family and top-flight winemaker/consultant Alvaro Espinoza. Drink now through 2013.",,20,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Andina 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-andina-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Cruz Andina 14.9,Red,US,"Hard to appreciate now, its tannins are so numbing, they effectively lock down the wine. But there's clearly a big, flashy core of blackberries, leading to a rich, chocolate-infused finish. An ager that shows classic Howell Mountain terroir. Better after 2014.",Rian,75,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Cimarossa 2007 Rian Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cimarossa-2007-rian-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cimarossa ,Red,US,"Emmy is 70% Mourvèdre and 30% Syrah blend. The fruit expression is pure and powerful, an intense burst of raspberry and cranberry, anchored in mineral and chalk. Only neutral oak was used, so the fruit is framed beautifully by the acids and tannins, and it is so pure and resonant that it is hard to believe that this wine won't age beautifully for a decade or more.",Emmy,36,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Efeste 2008 Emmy Red (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2008-emmy-red-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Efeste ,Red,Chile,"A classic high-end Carmenère, with enticingly rich, chocolaty, herbal aromas. The palate is lush but balanced, with a generous texture, smooth tannins and plenty of depth. Saturated in flavor, with blackberry, herbal notes, chocolate, spiced meat and more. Drink now through 2012.",Purple Angel,72,92,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2007 Purple Angel Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2007-purple-angel-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2007,Montes 13,White,France,A beautiful wine that has plenty of weight and also a firm structure of minerality to go with the yellow fruits that are now evolving into more mature flavors. It is by no means at its peak yet. Give it 2–3 years.,Vaudésir Grand Cru,70,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2005 Vaudésir Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2005-vaudesir-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2005,Pascal Bouchard ,Red,US,"This is the kind of Cabernet that's soft and accessible enough to drink now. It's rich in blackberry, cherry and spice flavors, with a sweet edge of charred wood. Saved from mere simplicity by a fine, firm tannic structure.",,25,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flying Horse 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-horse-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Flying Horse 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"There's a warm, yeasty quality to this bright sparkling blend (with Chardonnay and Pinot Nero) from northern Italy. It is redolent of apricot, toasted almond, freshly baked bread and dried roses. In the mouth, it shows a drying feel and piquant, fresh bubbling.",Gran Cuvée Pas Opere,80,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista 2004 Gran Cuvée Pas Opere (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-2004-gran-cuvee-pas-opere-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2004,Bellavista 13,Red,France,"Here is all the right Volnay richness. The tannins give the wine a firm edge, a support for the soft, opulent center. Black berry and damson flavors are dominant, offering acidity to go with the ripe texture. Age for 5–6 years.",Brouillards Premier Cru,50,92,Burgundy,Volnay,,Domaine Jessiaume 2008 Brouillards Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2008-brouillards-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Jessiaume 14.9,Red,US,"Deep and impressively focused, and long in the finish, this rich Cabernet impresses with fruity blackberry, cherry and raspberry flavors. So rich and ripe, yet balanced with lively acidity and firm tannins. At the age of five-plus, it's probably best now and for the next several years.",,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Arns 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arns-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Arns 13.2,Red,US,"The warm vintage worked in this wine's favor, ripening the grapes to blackberry and black currant fruitiness, while preserving the dryness and fine tannins of Atlas Peak. At the age of more than six years, it still remains rather tough and resistant. Considering its mountain origins, it should slowly develop additional bottle complexity over the next 6–8 years.",Grande Riserva,45,92,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Ardente 2004 Grande Riserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ardente-2004-grande-riserva-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Ardente 14,Red,Argentina,"Funky at first and simply not as smooth, pure and clean as Catena's Nicasia and Adrianna Malbecs, which are the components of this wine. Argentino in 2007 is deep and dark like always, with coconut and cassis aromas preceding a sweet, ultrarich palate that's teetering on candied. Quite oaky and chocolaty as well, with brown sugar and depth to the finish. Drink now through 2014.",Argentino,120,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2007 Argentino Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2007-argentino-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Bodega Catena Zapata 12,Sparkling,France,"Egarade means a “mysterious evening stroll,” according to the producer. Perhaps the idea is that you lose track of time in this wine. A blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, it is rich and full-bodied with a good weight of white and green fruits and a final nervy texture and acidity.",Egarade Brut,26,92,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Bailly-Lapierre 2005 Egarade Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailly-lapierre-2005-egarade-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,2005,Bailly-Lapierre 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a modern rendition of Corvina (one of the grapes that makes up Italy's Amarone) that opens with a blast of blackberry fruit, exotic spice, leather, tar and moist pipe tobacco. It's soft and chewy with long, impressive persistency.",La Poja,85,92,Veneto,Veronese,,Allegrini 2006 La Poja Corvina (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2006-poja-italian-red-corvina-veronese/,Corvina,2006,Allegrini 15.5,Red,US,"Dark as a moonless midnight, dry as dust, with hard-edged tannins, this Cabernet is almost undrinkable now in its extreme youth. It shows a massive core of blackberries, currants, dark baker's chocolate and smoky oak, and the balance of acidity makes it clean and bright. All indications are of a cellarworthy wine. Drink 2014 and beyond.",Reserve Speciale,110,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Arrowood 2007 Reserve Speciale Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2007-reserve-speciale-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Arrowood 14,White,US,"Fermented in neutral Burgundian oak, this is crisp and stylish, and brings in tart Asian pear, jicama and white peach. Flavors are clean and razor sharp. No alterations, additions, or finings are employed—this is as noninterventionist as it gets.",Conner Lee Vineyard,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2009 Conner Lee Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2009-conner-lee-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Buty 14.3,Red,US,"The high score reflects the wine's potential, because it has been put on the market before it's ready to be opened. Fresh and zippy in acidity, its flavors are of raspberry and cherry pie filling, while sweet, caramelized oak has not yet been integrated. Cellar it for a year or two, even longer. It should be quite a beautiful wine by the end of 2012.",Doctor's Vineyard,52,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Bruliam 2009 Doctor's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruliam-2009-doctors-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bruliam ,Red,US,"Not for everyone, this is the kind of Petite Sirah Quentin Tarantino would make if he made wine—big, in your face and ultimately a fine, bold wine full of intense black olive tapenade, chocolate and tobacco, with a tannic, peppery finish, a nod to its 22 months spent in French oak. Juicy and meaty and able to age another 5–7 years. Have some braised meat at the ready.",,26,92,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Earthquake 2008 Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/earthquake-2008-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2008,Earthquake 14.2,White,US,"Hanzell says this Sebella Chardonnay is meant to drink now, while their regular Chardonnay, which is famously ageable, develops in the cellar. That's strange logic, because the wine is so close to the regular Chardonnay as to be nearly indistinguishable. It's bone dry, crisply acidic and minerally, with citrus, green apple and pear flavors. Give it 3–5 years.",Sebella,36,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2008 Sebella Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2008-sebella-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Hanzell 15,Red,Spain,"Dark as night and full of black fruit aromas, this old-vines newbie is rocking it. The nose is packed with jammy blackberry, leather and fine spice aromas, and the palate is pillowy despite big tannins. Smoky, swarthy flavors of blackberry, cassis and stewed black cherry roll, and it's chewy, creamy and chocolaty on the finish. Expensive but a high-quality contender.",,100,92,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Ramiro's Wine Cellar 2006 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramiros-wine-cellar-2006-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2006,Ramiro's Wine Cellar 14.8,Red,US,"Fat, fleshy and opulent, a Marilyn Monroe type of wine with enough curves to dazzle. Appeals immediately for its rich, saturated blackberry and cherry flavors, wrapped into soft, velvety tannins. There's an inherent firmness that should allow this Cabernet to age gracefully into middle age.",Bridesmaid Red,39,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crocker & Starr 2006 Bridesmaid Red Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crocker-starr-2006-bridesmaid-red-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Crocker & Starr 14.1,Red,US,"Tight, acidic and dry in youth, this Pinot has a don't-drink-me-now austerity. It resists efforts to break it down at every point. However, it seems well able to age, given the balance, and the wealth of cherry, pomegranate, persimmon and rhubarb fruit. Cellar this fine wine until at least 2014.",de Coelo Quintus Vineyard,69,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Benziger 2008 de Coelo Quintus Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2008-coelo-quintus-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Benziger 15.4,Red,US,"A Rhône blend that will, in future vintages, not be varietally named, this is far from a standard Washington Syrah. It's threaded beautifully with nuances of fruit and spice from the Viognier coferment, Grenache and Mourvèdre that are included. Aromatic, spicy and weaving together chocolate, licorice, granite, roasted meat and berry flavors, it is both substantial and forward.",,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tulpen 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulpen-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Tulpen 12.5,White,France,"Aromas of currants and tropical fruits are followed by ripe nectarine and star fruit flavors with the acidity coming from a fresh pineapple character. It's an intense wine, with delicious, full concentration of flavors.",Vieilles Vignes,26,92,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Roger et Didier Raimbault 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-didier-raimbault-2008-vieilles-vignes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Roger et Didier Raimbault 14.2,White,US,"A fine, delicious Chardonnay, less expensive than most of Testarossa's other single-vineyard Chards, but as good. Crisp in acidity, it offers very rich pineapple tart, Key lime pie, golden mango and lemon custard flavors, made even richer by smoky, sweetly caramelized oak.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,39,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Testarossa 2009 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-sanford-benedict-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,Testarossa 14.5,Red,Italy,"Capitel del Monte is a beautiful expression of Cabernet Sauvignon from northeast Italy that shows enormous density and purity. It's a succulent, rich wine with black cherry, exotic spice, leather and espresso bean. It imparts dusty but firm tannins on the long finish.",Capitel del Monte,35,92,Veneto,Veneto,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2004 Capitel del Monte Cabernet Sauvignon (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2004-capitel-monte-cabernet-sauvignon-veneto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 14.5,White,US,"Dry, racy and elegant, a food-friendly Chardonnay to pair with shellfish in cream sauce, salmon, or a fine roasted chicken. Clean, vibrant acidity highlights citrus, white peach and nectarine flavors, with a rich coating of smoky oak. Drink now through 2015.",Broken Road,40,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2009 Broken Road Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2009-broken-road-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Stonestreet 14.5,Red,US,"Some Petite Sirahs need serious time to come around, and this is one of them. Right now, it's so strong in primary fruit flavors, so jammy, so tannic and rude, it practically slaps you across the face. It really wants a great deal of time to soften and meld together. Try giving it at least eight years.",,46,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Stephen & Walker 2009 Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2009-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2009,Stephen & Walker 14.5,Red,Australia,"An inky wine, yet remarkably well balanced and supple, marrying a lush, creamy texture with masses of blueberries and hints of mint and licorice. Drink now or hold up to 10 years.",The Howling Dog,42,92,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Massena 2006 The Howling Dog Petite Sirah (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massena-2006-howling-dog-petite-sirah-barossa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,Massena 14.5,Red,France,"This velvety red blend of 75% Syrah and 25% Grenache is dark and heady but approachable and easily drinkable now. Boysenberry and black cherry flood the bouquet, accented by notes of purple flowers and cola. Balanced and lush in the mouth, the black raspberry fruit and peppery spice carry through to the long, evolving finish.",Les Bartelles La Clape,38,92,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Mas du Soleilla 2008 Les Bartelles La Clape Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-soleilla-2008-bartelles-clape-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Mas du Soleilla 14.5,White,US,"A beautiful, racy Chardonnay, with a streamlined structure that could almost be a fine, barrel-aged Sauvignon Blanc. It's marked by mouthwatering acidity, with savory lemongrass, hay, vanilla and white pepper flavors. First class and elegant as a cocktail sipper.",Highland Estates Camelot Highlands,30,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kendall-Jackson 2009 Highland Estates Camelot Highlands Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2009-highland-estates-camelot-highlands-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Kendall-Jackson ,Red,US,"Late-picked, 100% Cabernet fruit from an iconic Red Mountain vineyard; hence the name, which translates as “the beast”. It's jammy and ripe, but the tannins have been tamed, and the fruit is front and center, along with brown spices and toasty barrel notes. This is a thoroughly delicious wine that seems to be drinking in its prime, though it shows no sign of tiring.",La Bestia Klipsun Vineyard,49,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Lachini 2006 La Bestia Klipsun Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lachini-2006-bestia-klipsun-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Lachini 13.9,Red,US,"A rich, vital, complex Pinot Noir. Completely dry, with a savory scour of acidity, it treads a fine line between ripe cherries and pomegranates and earthier notes of mushrooms and dried herbs. Lots of terroir in this fine wine, which will take a few years of bottle age.",,24,92,California,Central Coast,Monterey,La Crema 2009 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2009,La Crema 13,Red,France,"Dark colored wine, which translates into richness and flavors of full-bodied damsons and plum fruits, with finely judged tannins and wood. Natural power, with concentration and final acidity to give just the right lift.",Les Damaudes,39,92,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Manuel Olivier 2008 Les Damaudes (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2008-damaudes-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2008,Manuel Olivier 13.5,White,France,"A delicious wine that steers a wonderful path between crisp, mineral acidity and opulent white and yellow fruits. There is a sense of style and poise here, acidity slipping neatly into the ripe fruit. It has aging potential for 5–6 years, probably more.",Les Chenevottes Premier Cru,,92,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Maison Champy 2008 Les Chenevottes Premier Cru (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2008-chenevottes-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Maison Champy 14.1,White,US,"A clean, acidic Chardonnay, elegant and dramatic in richness. Despite ripe pineapple, pear, mango and apricot flavors, it has a steely minerality and touch of herbs that ground it. Drink now.",Rosella's Vineyard,44,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2009 Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-rosellas-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,Testarossa 14.9,Red,US,"Pure Cabernet sourced from a trio of Walla Walla vineyards, and finished at 14.9% alcohol. Supple and spicy, this displays a firm core of tart fruit, annotated with lead pencil, graphite and charcoal. Though it seems almost deceptively light alongside the Tulpen Merlot, this compact and layered wine is built to age over a decade or more.",,28,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Tulpen 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulpen-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tulpen 14.2,White,US,"Is this the first Chardonnay-Albariño blend in California? Maybe, and based on the wine, there should be more. Shows Chardonnay's cool-climate tangerine and green apple fruit, while the Albariño adds zesty acidity and a white flower, lemon tang. A brilliant wine to drink now.",Don Miguel Vineyard,28,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2009 Don Miguel Vineyard Chardonnay-Albariño (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2009-don-miguel-vineyard-white-blend-chardonnay-albarino-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay-Albariño,2009,Marimar Estate 13.5,Red,US,"A wonderfully good wine, especially at this price. Easily the best K-J Vintner's Reserve ever. Inky black, full-bodied and dry, it houses rich, complex blackberry, plum and smoky oak flavors, wrapped into finely ground, firm tannins. Run, don't walk, to find this affordable beauty.",Vintner's Reserve,18,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Kendall-Jackson 2008 Vintner's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2008-vintners-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-napa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kendall-Jackson 12.5,White,France,"On the south bank of the River Serein, Sécher is one of the lesser known Premier Crus. This is a cool, crisp wine, emphasizing both green fruits and an underlying buttery touch. Beautifully integrated acidity frames the wine.",Domaine Drouhin-Vaudon Sécher Premier Cru,38,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Domaine Drouhin-Vaudon Sécher Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-domaine-vaudon-secher-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Joseph Drouhin 15.5,Red,US,"Dryness and tannins mark this Cabernet, giving it some austerity and astringency. But lurking deep below the surface is a vast underground landscape of blackberry fruit, cassis, plums, olives, herbs and oak. Fascinating and intricate and a little heady, but undrinkable now due to immaturity. Needs 5–6 years to show its stuff.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,70,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Arrowood 2007 Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2007-monte-rosso-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Arrowood 14.1,Red,US,"An interesting wine that needs time to resolve its internal conflicts. At less than three years, it's jammy, almost candied in raspberry and cherry fruit, sprinkled with freshly ground pepper and with a trace of beef jerky. Yet such is the acid-tannin framework that the wine could surprise with extended cellaring. Try after 2014.",,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Aril 2008 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aril-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2008,Aril 15.5,Red,Spain,"This Cabernet-Monastrell blend tips the scales at 15.5% and asks you straight out: how big do you like your red wines? It is smoky, sultry and massive, with spicy boysenberry aromas, a deep, syrupy palate and plodding flavors of molasses, roasted berry, cedar plank and herbs. Bullish but drinkble now and over the next few years; probably not one for the cellar.",,140,92,Levante,Jumilla,,El Nido 2007 Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-nido-2007-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2007,El Nido 14.4,White,US,"Lots of fresh, zingy acidity in this dry, young Chardonnay, and the steely minerality gives it a tang of cold metal. There are tantalizing hints of ripe citrus fruit and apricots. Give it 4–5 years in the cellar to come around.",,70,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Hanzell 13,White,France,"This Valmur is broad, soft, rich, with less mineral character than some Grand Crus. What is does offer is open, accessible white fruits, melon, warm toast and a very fine acidity.",Valmur Grand Cru,80,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 2008 Valmur Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-christian-moreau-pere-fils-2008-valmur-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"A pure expression of Chardonnay, this luminous sparkling wine offers a generous nose with warming tones of yellow rose, apricot, almond paste, baked bread and vanilla cream. The wine spreads smoothly over the palate with a remarkably soft and velvety feel.",Gran Cuvée Satén Brut,77,92,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista NV Gran Cuvée Satén Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-nv-gran-cuvee-saten-brut-chardonnay-franciacorta-124839/,Chardonnay,,Bellavista 14,Red,US,"Unmistakably Zinfandel, and Dry Creek at that, with its robust texture, firm tannins and briary, brambly flavors of wild summer berries, chocolate-covered raisins, red licorice and cola, liberally spiced with black pepper. It's a big, voluptuous wine that never loses its sense of balance and harmony. Drink now.",Maple Vineyard,38,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bella 2008 Maple Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2008-maple-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Bella 14.2,White,US,"There's lots of sweet, smoky oak on this Chardonnay, with caramel and buttered toast flavors, but the underlying fruit is so massive, it easily handles that weight. Explodes in ripe pineapple and peach jam flavors, balanced with crisp acidity, like a squirt of lime. A really good wine for drinking now with serious fare.",Sierra Madre Vineyard,39,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2009 Sierra Madre Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-sierra-madre-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Testarossa 14.5,Red,US,"A stunningly delicious Pinot Noir, opulent in raspberry, cherry, red currant, red licorice, cola and beef jerky flavors. Impossible not to be impressed by the richness, yet the tannin-acid structure is wonderful and bracing. Doesn't seem likely to age well, so drink now.",Bien Nacido Vineyards,38,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Stephen Ross 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyards Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2008-bien-nacido-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Stephen Ross 15,Red,Argentina,"Young, fiery and rugged on the nose, but with exotic notes that suggest Middle Eastern and Asian herbs and spices. Like all Cobos Malbecs, this is big, chewy, brawny and a touch medicinal, with powerful dark fruit flavors, particularly black cherry, and a good deal of licorice, chocolate and overall richness. Handles its 15% alcohol better than many heavyweights; drink now through 2013.",Marchiori Vineyard,190,93,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Cobos 2007 Marchiori Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-2007-marchiori-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Viña Cobos 13,White,France,"A super-rich wine, packed with peach and green plum fruits, layers of wood and an intense concentration. An impressive wine that shows weight and richness as well as style.",Les Clos Grand Cru,76,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2007 Les Clos Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2007-clos-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Pascal Bouchard 13,White,France,"An appropriately rich wine, full, toasty and dense. The fruit is beautifully balanced with ripe acidity, just a touch of spice, citrus and an opulent, full-bodied character. It will certainly age, but is already very drinkable.",,80,93,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Maison Jessiaume 2008 Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jessiaume-2008-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2008,Maison Jessiaume 14.9,Red,US,"One for the cellar. It's dry and locked down in hard tannins, the kind that sting your gums. Even so, they can't quite mask the torrents of blackberry and currant fruit. It's strong, intense and dazzling. Lay this young wine down until at least 2015.",Riva di Ponente,75,93,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Cimarossa 2007 Riva di Ponente Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cimarossa-2007-riva-ponente-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cimarossa 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Riserva expression of Merlot from cool-climate Alto Adige delivers fantastic intensity and purity. The aromas of cherry, spice, leather and red rose are chiseled and crisp. The wine is soft and velvety in the mouth with a long parade of berry fruit flavors on the long finish. Serve this wine with sophisticated meat dishes or cellar age five to ten more years.",Gant Riserva,45,93,,Alto Adige,,Andriano 2007 Gant Riserva Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andriano-2007-gant-riserva-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2007,Andriano 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a gorgeous wine with loads of intensity and personality derived from the native Corvina grape of Valpolicella, Italy. It's amazingly rich and smooth with long-lasting flavors of maraschino cherry, Indian spice and cola.",La Poja,90,93,Veneto,Veronese,,Allegrini 2004 La Poja Corvina (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2004-poja-italian-red-corvina-veronese/,Corvina,2004,Allegrini 15.1,Red,US,"This is a tight young Cabernet, marked by fresh acidity and firm tannins. The vineyard sourcing is all southern Napa, from cooler mountain and flatland areas in this cool vintage. The wine, which has some Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, is nowhere near ready. Through the astringency, however, erupts a blast of blackberry, black cherry and cassis fruit, with an elaborate but tasteful coating of flashy new oak. Needs serious time. Should blossom after 2014, and develop for many years after.",,60,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Black Cordon 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-cordon-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Black Cordon ,Red,US,"The new vintage of Viuda Negra (literally, “black widow”) is a third each Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. For a red wine it is a real fruitbowl of unusual flavors—peaches, cranberries, cherries soaked in rum. Round and full, quite delicious and yet focused into a finish with persistent, ageworthy tannins, this will be hard to keep in the cellar, but well worth it if you do.",Viuda Negra,35,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Beresan 2007 Viuda Negra Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2007-viuda-negra-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Beresan 13.9,White,US,"Rich and unctuous, with a viscous, glyceriney texture holding deep, opulent flavors of pineapples, lime custard, clover honey, Mandarin orange and cinnamon spice. Lees treatment brings a creamy, slightly sourdough tang. Good price for a Chardonnay of this quality.",,22,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Crema 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,La Crema 15.1,Red,US,"The wine tastes and feels important. It has great weight and depth. The tannins are extraordinarily thick, but ripe and smoothly sweet. And then there's the fruit, a detonation of blackberries, cherries, blueberries and cassis, not to mention the oak, which seems as fine as oak gets. This superb wine seems like an obvious cellar candidate. It should ride out the decade effortlessly.",Stagecoach Vineyard Synchrony,70,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krupp Brothers 2007 Stagecoach Vineyard Synchrony Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krupp-brothers-2007-stagecoach-vineyard-synchrony-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Krupp Brothers 15,Red,Spain,"Early on it displays mild heat and jamminess, but with airing everything settles, and ultimately this old-vines Tempranillo from the lauded winemaker Mariano Garcia excels. The palate is rich, minerally and meaty, with slightly syrupy black fruit flavors, molasses and chocolate. Chewy, tannic and pure on the finish, with hints of herbs and lemon peel. Drink now through 2013.",Leda Viñas Viejas,45,93,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Bodegas Leda 2005 Leda Viñas Viejas Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-leda-2005-leda-vinas-viejas-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2005,Bodegas Leda 14.6,Red,US,"A really wonderful Cabernet, clearly grown well and well made. It has that plush, rich feeling you want in a Cabernet Sauvignon, with deliciously ripe blackberry, black currant, cassis and dark chocolate flavors. Terrific now, and should age for 4–6 years, if not longer.",Papa's Knoll,45,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Buehler 2007 Papa's Knoll Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buehler-2007-papas-knoll-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Buehler 14.8,Red,US,"Atlas Peak's reputation for Syrah can only grow as a result of this wine. It shows the massively dense fruit and firm mountain tannins of the appellation, as well as the ageability of Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon, with which this Syrah could easily be confused. It has the blackberries and cherries and cassis, but that peppery, beef jerky sweetness is perhaps the giveaway. Cellar until at least 2014.",,45,93,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Aril 2008 Syrah (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aril-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-atlas-peak/,Syrah,2008,Aril 14.3,White,US,"A great Hanzell Chardonnay, which means you don't want to drink it now. Dry and acidic, it's an aloof young wine whose minerality gives it a tough tang of steel despite a heart of citrus fruit. Give it 5–6 years in a good cellar, and it will develop interestingly beyond that.",,70,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2007 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2007-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Hanzell 15.2,Red,US,"A very rich, complex Pinot Noir worthy of consideration for a fine cellar. It's dry, silky and tannic, with massive black cherry, pomegranate, cola and sandalwood flavors, although that just begins to describe everything that's going on. Feels important, but young. Give it three years.",Stone Corral Vineyard,50,93,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2007 Stone Corral Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2007-stone-corral-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Stephen Ross 14.2,Red,US,"There's a wild quality to the fruit, as if the blackberries and cherries were picked in some sunny hollow in a eucalyptus forest. The wine is streamlined and intense, with focused, chiseled tannins. Showing superb balance and an unerring sense of control, it should develop in the bottle over the next 8–10 years.",Family Home,60,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Gamble Family Vineyards 2006 Family Home Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamble-family-2006-home-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Gamble Family Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes austere and aloof now, with the core of black cherry and blackberry fruit cut off by an encircling army of spear-tipped tannins. But very finely structured, dry and classic, just waiting to express its inner beauty. One for the cellar. Give it 6–7 years to begin to come around.",Reserve,85,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frank Family 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Frank Family 13.9,Red,US,"Meaty and leathery, with sweet, salty bacon notes meshing with intense wild blackberry fruit, this Syrah is delicious and sexy. The tannins are wonderfully plush and refined, like satin. It's perfect to drink now with short ribs of beef or any kind of beef or lamb stew.",Old Vine,36,93,California,Napa,St. Helena,Gamble Family Vineyards 2006 Old Vine Syrah (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamble-family-2006-old-vine-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-st-helena/,Syrah,2006,Gamble Family Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"Shows all the hallmarks of an important young Napa Cabernet. Bone dry and quite hard in tannins, it's immensely concentrated in blackberries, black currants, cassis and fine, smoky new oak. Possesses that elusive quality of dramatic terroir, a real sense of place. Very fine young wine that needs time. Cellar until at least 2015.",,40,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Freemark Abbey 14.7,Red,US,"Although this Pinot is captivatingly rich in raspberry and cherry pie filling, red currant and Dr. Pepper cola flavors, it also has fine acidity and smooth, complex tannins, and a lovely overlay of sweet, smoky oak. Good as it is, there's no reason why it shouldn't develop bottle complexity over the next six years.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,59,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2009 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Testarossa 14.4,Red,US,"Really delicious, a sweet, spicy, fruity wine that's like biting into a raspberry, roasted almond, vanilla and cinnamon granola candy bar. That's no insult. The wine is dry and wonderfully rich in smooth tannins, and enormously complex. Worthy of very fine steak, lamb, tuna and salmon entrees.",Sierra Madre Vineyard,59,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2009 Sierra Madre Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-sierra-madre-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Testarossa 12.5,White,France,"A beautifully balanced wine, mixing an intense, nervy, crisp fruit character with light wood flavors and the most piercing acidity. This is a serious wine, for aging over 3–5 years while retaining impeccable fruit.",Fourchaume Premier Cru,45,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2008 Fourchaume Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2008-fourchaume-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,William Fèvre ,Red,US,"This new offering from rising star Efesté is a wine of amazing grace, polish and depth—a young wine with a dense core of berry fruit flavors, a wrapping of mineral and steel, ripe and tightly wound tannins, and notes of coffee and graphite stacked through the long finish.",Eléni,36,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Efeste 2008 Eléni Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/efeste-2008-eleni-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,Efeste 13.5,White,France,"Really ripe wine, with toast and yellow fruits, laced with intense citric acidity and a mineral edge, to go with the mouthwatering fruit. Needs to age for 5–6 years.",Sous le Dos d'Ane Premier Cru,155,93,Burgundy,Meursault,,Domaine Leflaive 2008 Sous le Dos d'Ane Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2008-sous-le-dane-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Leflaive 13.9,White,US,"Fragrant with cut grass, peavine and sweet hay, leading into light fruit flavors of apple and pear. There are suggestions of sliced orange, and the creamy, textural mouthfeel derived from nine months of aging on the lees.",Sémillon/Sauvignon/Muscadelle,25,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2009 Sémillon/Sauvignon/Muscadelle White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2009-semillon-sauvignon-muscadelle-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2009,Buty 13,Red,Italy,"Ripe, pure and intense, this is a beautiful expression of Merlot from mountainous northern Italy that offers very well-defined aromas of wild berries, red rose, white cherry, cola and polished black mineral. In the mouth, it is smooth and fine with a silky tannic fade.",MCM,45,93,,Alto Adige,,Alois Lageder 2004 MCM Merlot (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-2004-mcm-merlot-alto-adige/,Merlot,2004,Alois Lageder 14.8,Red,US,"A darkly colored, tannic Cabernet whose dry astringency keeps it from being thoroughly enjoyable now. Despite the astringency, however, it showcases an immaculate core of blackberries and black currants. Elegant and classy, it should age well throughout the decade.",,300,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cardinale 2007 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cardinale-2007-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Cardinale 14.3,Red,US,"Hews to the Hanzell style, which is almost old-fashioned in this age of ripely opulent Pinot Noirs. This one's tight as a drum in tannins and acids, a quivery, nervously wound wine. Yet it's quite rich and complex, with a tapestry of cherry, red licorice, tobacco, Canadian bacon, dusty Indian spice and buttered toast flavors. Needs 7–8 years in the cellar, and, based on tastings of very old Hanzell, should slowly unfold through the 2020s.",Ambassador's 1953 Vineyard,145,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2007 Ambassador's 1953 Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2007-ambassadors-1953-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Hanzell 14.4,White,US,"A big, oaky Chardonnay, obviously rich and dense, but somewhat immature. Just doesn't feel like all the parts are working in harmony quite yet. Yet there's lots going on under the dryness, lees and wood tannins. Huge flavors of citrus and tropical fruits, minerals and flowers. Flashy, a crowd-pleaser. Give it 2–3 years in a cool cellar.",,40,93,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Matanzas Creek 2009 Chardonnay (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Matanzas Creek 13,White,France,"A lovely wine that sings crisp Chardonnay, with the added complexity of a taut mineral character and richness from its ripe pear and melon flavors. It will age, its tight acidity needing 2–3 years to soften out.",Vaudésir Grand Cru,80,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 2008 Vaudésir Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-christian-moreau-pere-fils-2008-vaudesir-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 13,White,France,"Rich and concentrated wine, with apricot and peach fruit as well as a tight mineral character. This is a wine for aging, its rich fruits bolstered by an impressive integration with the toast, smoothing and rounding the whole wine.",Les Clos Grand Cru,80,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 2008 Les Clos Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-christian-moreau-pere-fils-2008-clos-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 15.1,Red,US,"This nearly 100% Cabernet is strongly flavored, bone dry, very tannic and nowhere near ready. It has a tough, astringent mouthfeel, and the concentrated richness of grapes grown on low-yielding hillsides. Intense flavors of blackberries, black cherries, cassis, cola and herbs mark this fine, ageable wine. Don't touch it before 2013, and it should ride out many years beyond that.",Brothers Ridge,75,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 2007 Brothers Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2007-brothers-ridge-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Rodney Strong 14.1,White,US,"This food-friendly Chardonnay is California's equivalent of great Chablis. It's totally dry and high in acidity, with elegantly structured flavors of citrus fruits, white peaches, apricots, minerals and yeasty lees. Give it a good decant, and don't serve too cold.",Damiana,48,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2007 Damiana Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2007-damiana-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2007,Thomas Fogarty 14.4,White,US,"Just delicious. Superrich in pineapple, white peach and sweet lemon pie fruit, with crème brûlée and buttered toast complexities, its opulence is balanced by crisp acidity. The finish turns unexpectedly dry and clean. Very fine, a wonderfully grown wine from this great vineyard.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,39,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2009 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Testarossa 13,White,France,"If, at first sip, this seems delicate, that's an illusion. Reticent would be a better word, for this is a wine that is still youthful, with the toast and crisp acidity acting as a framework to the rich green and white fruits that are developing. Keep for 4–5 years.",Domaine Drouhin-Vaudon Vaudésir Grand Cru,69,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Domaine Drouhin-Vaudon Vaudésir Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-domaine-vaudon-vaudesir-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Joseph Drouhin 14.5,Red,US,"This dramatically constructed Pinot wants time in the cellar. It's dry, full-bodied and tannic, with bigtime cherry, black raspberry, teriyaki beef and black pepper flavors, compounded with rich, smoky oak. The acidity is so acute, it will easily shepherd this wine through 5–7 years of bottle aging. Cellar Selection.",,40,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,La Crema 13,Red,France,"Rich, packed with juicy fruit. The wine has weight, depth of fruit flavor and tannins as a central core. A smoky character indicates the wood aging, packing in with the acidity and black cherry fruits on the finish. Age for 5–8 years.",,105,93,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Maison Jessiaume 2008 Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jessiaume-2008-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Jessiaume 14.3,Red,US,"A wonderful, rewarding blend that has enough blackberry, cassis and smoky oak flavors to satisfy hedonists, yet also shows the acid-tannic structure to develop bottle complexity over the years. Drink this flashy wine now and through 2018.",Journey,135,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Matanzas Creek 2008 Journey Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2008-journey-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2008,Matanzas Creek 14.8,Red,US,"Made in an exceptionally ripe manner, this Pinot brims with cherry and raspberry pie filling fruit that's so rich, it's almost like a dessert, except the finish is dry. Oak adds delicious complications of sweet, caramelized vanilla and char. This is quite a good wine, but it's a little on the young side. Give it 2–3 years to begin to come around.",Rio Vista Vineyard,36,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Thorne 2007 Rio Vista Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorne-2007-rio-vista-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Thorne 13.9,White,US,"It's very good, with deep, delicious flavors of tropical fruits, minerals and vanilla, accented with elaborate oak and brightened with crisp acidity. Production was a low 223 cases, but it's worth a search.",Estate,39,93,California,California Other,California,The Mountain Winery 2008 Estate Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountain-winery-2008-estate-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,The Mountain Winery 13,Red,France,"Mineral textured, this wine pushes the power of wines in Gevrey-Chambertin. It is all tannins, dark structure, powerful acidity, very concentrated. It needs many years—10 or more.",,110,93,Burgundy,Mazis-Chambertin,,Maison Jessiaume 2008 Mazis-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jessiaume-2008-pinot-noir-mazis-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Jessiaume 13.5,White,France,"A rich and generous wine, its fruit flavors coming from all directions and centering on a powerful, concentrated core. The wine has opulence, a well-judged amount of wood, and aging potential for six years or more.",,,93,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Maison Champy 2008 Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2008-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2008,Maison Champy 13.8,White,US,"Another beautiful Chardonnay from this fine vineyard and winery. The wine is drier than past vintages, but rich in acidity and minerals, with a complex array of pineapple, lime and Meyer lemon citrus flavor. Fermenting half the wine in stainless steel and the balance in oak, a third of which was new, seems to be the perfect approach.",Heintz Vineyard,45,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Suacci Carciere Wines 2008 Heintz Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/suacci-carciere-wines-2008-heintz-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Suacci Carciere Wines 13,White,France,"The fruit here is so pure, its ripe green fruit tied in with minerality, acidity and a lightly cream and toast touch. It has weight, it's still young. Age for five years.",Les Preuses Grand Cru,70,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2008 Les Preuses Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2008-preuses-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,La Chablisienne 13.9,White,US,"Big and flamboyant, an impressive Chardonnay whose flavors are explosive. Tangerines, blood oranges and tropical fruits are massively enriched by sweet oak. Coastal acidity provides a fine, minerally backbone. A complex, delicious wine. Don't drink it too cold.",Reserve,23,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Joseph Carr 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-carr-2008-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Joseph Carr 14.9,Red,US,"Few Cabernets get riper than this. It's fruity sweet in the mouth, with generous blackberry and cherry flavors, while charred oak lends a buttery, pie crust sweetness. Yet the wine is totally dry. Strong, refined tannins lend the necessary structure to make this a remarkable Cabernet. Fine now, and should develop over the next 6–8 years.",,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Arns 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arns-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Arns 14.5,Red,US,"Shows all the hallmarks of an important young Napa Cabernet. Bone dry and quite hard in tannins, it's immensely concentrated in blackberries, black currants, cassis and fine, smoky new oak. Possesses that elusive quality of dramatic terroir, a real sense of place. Very fine young wine that needs time. Cellar until at least 2015.",Bosché Vineyard,70,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2007 Bosché Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2007-bosche-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Freemark Abbey 14.5,Red,US,"With aggressive young tannins, this Cabernet just isn't ready for prime time. It has a rich, molten core of blackberries and cassis, however, with enough enabling acidity to see it through. A classic Oakville wine that you should cellar until at least 2015.",,45,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Franciscan 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Franciscan 13.5,White,France,"Rich and rounded, with the toast sinking into the the rich yellow fruit and spice. The wine is gorgeous, opulent, while retaining an intense acidity and an edge of minerality. For medium-term aging.",Les Folatières Premier Cru,220,93,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 2008 Les Folatières Premier Cru (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2008-folatieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Leflaive ,Red,US,"The Cabernet from Cold Creek is not only old vine, but in terms of tightness and definition, it suggests that it may be one of the most ageworthy wines of the vintage from Washington State. This new vintage blends in 10% Merlot and 3% Syrah, and the wine is detailed with iron filings, pepper, bark, and dried earth notes. The fruit is tight, tart, and racy—a suggestion of wild berry and spicy plum.",Cold Creek Vineyard,28,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2007 Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2007-cold-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Chateau Ste. Michelle 14.7,Red,US,"This Cabernet possesses that elusive quality variously called finesse or elegance. Even though it's a big wine, filled with blackberry, cassis, dark chocolate and oak flavors, and the tannins are firm, it feels like pure velvet, showing pedigree all the way through the long finish. An impressive wine to drink now, but it should gain traction over the next decade. Production was 615 cases.",D.R. II,65,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,D.R. Stephens 2008 D.R. II Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-stephens-2008-ii-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,D.R. Stephens 12.5,White,France,"A very taut wine. Yes, it has richness and weight with ripe fruits, but the main character is dominated by a tense line of acidity, of very crisp fruit and of an intense steely texture. For aging over 4–5 years.",Montmains Premier Cru Domaine Fèvre,38,94,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 2008 Montmains Premier Cru Domaine Fèvre (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-2008-montmains-premier-cru-domaine-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,William Fèvre 13.8,Red,US,"This perfectly captures this spectacular vineyard's flavor “stamp”—a beguiling mix of aromas, flavors and textures that begin with orange peel and moist earth and unfold across the palate in a graceful jumble. Streaks of compost, raw meat, tart berry and good funk run together seamlessly, creating a supple, continuously enjoyable wine that just doesn't want to quit. Notably, the alcohol is listed at just 13.8%—and it feels natural and fully ripe at that level.",Boushey Vineyard,34,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ross Andrew 2008 Boushey Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-andrew-2008-boushey-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Ross Andrew 13,Red,France,"At the pinnacle of Gevrey-Chambertin, Chambertin Grand Cru produces immensely powerful wines. This Jessiaume fits the profile well, while also having delicious juiciness to go with the dark tannins and acidity. The result is stylish as well as concentrated. Age for 10 years at least.",,115,94,Burgundy,Chambertin,,Maison Jessiaume 2008 Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jessiaume-2008-pinot-noir-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Jessiaume 14.7,Red,US,"Made in a tight, austere but nonetheless flashy style, this Cabernet has herb and mineral notes alongside fruitier ones of blackberries and black cherries. It's gritty in tannins and already throwing some sediment. Needs time, badly, and should warrant a good ten years in the bottle. Very fine.",,55,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Diamond Terrace 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-terrace-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Diamond Terrace 13,White,France,"Taut, tight, steely wine that is immensely concentrated. This is classic mineral-driven Chablis, the crisp citrus fruit and pear flavors integrated into a dominant structure. It needs aging, 5–6 years or more.",Domaine Drouhin-Vaudon Les Clos Grand Cru,80,94,Burgundy,Chablis,,Joseph Drouhin 2008 Domaine Drouhin-Vaudon Les Clos Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2008-domaine-vaudon-clos-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Joseph Drouhin 14.3,White,US,"Shows the dryness, acidity and tightly wound minerality of all Hanzell's young Chardonnays, but with a depth of citrus and apricot fruit that marks it as a reserve. It really warrants time in the cellar. Best after 2013, and should develop for several more years.",Ambassador's 1953 Vineyard,130,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2007 Ambassador's 1953 Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2007-ambassadors-1953-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Hanzell 13,White,France,"La Chablisienne's flagship wine, from a parcel within the Grenouilles Grand Cru vineyard, has plenty of power, ripe fruit, touches of peach and creamed citrus fruits. A light amount of toast adds to the mix to complete an ageworthy, long-term wine. Imported by multiple U.S. importers.",Château Grenouilles Grand Cru,90,94,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2008 Château Grenouilles Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2008-chateau-grenouilles-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,La Chablisienne 14.1,White,US,"This Chardonnay is defined by structural qualities, such as linearity and angularity. This is due to the joining of its minerality with acidity. It's a very elegant, drily austere wine, yet rich in grilled pineapple and buttered toast flavors. Should blossom slowly in the bottle over the next 6–7 years, one of the rare California Chardonnays that can take some age.",Split Rail Vineyard,45,94,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Migration 2009 Split Rail Vineyard Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/migration-2009-split-rail-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Migration 13.5,Red,US,"A very refined Pinot Noir, high-toned and elegant, with alcohol well below 14%. There's no lack of richness. The wine bursts with cherries, rhubarbs, pomegranates, cola and raspberries, wrapped into a silky texture, and finishing long and spicy. A shame to drink now. Should develop bottle complexity over the next 6–8 years.",de Coelo Terra Neuma Vineyard,69,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Benziger 2008 de Coelo Terra Neuma Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2008-coelo-terra-neuma-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Benziger 15.4,Red,US,"Hugely intense in fruity concentration. Few wines in the world have this size, this ripeness, this dramatic volume. New oak is in keeping with the proportion of fruit, and the tannins are strong and hard, as they tend to be from this vineyard, whichsprawls across Atlas Peak. There seems to be no reason why this Cabernet should not develop over the years. Hold until 2013, at the very least.",Stagecoach Vineyard,90,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krupp Brothers 2006 Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krupp-brothers-2006-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Krupp Brothers 14.4,White,US,"Diana's is Testarossa's best barrel blend from its various vineyards from around the coast, hence the California appellation. It's certainly ultrarich, almost decadent, with the apricot, pear and honey sweetness of a late-harvest dessert wine. Yet its thoroughly dry, and finishes with clean, minerally acidity. Deserves its reserve-level price.",Diana's,55,94,California,California Other,California,Testarossa 2009 Diana's Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-dianas-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Testarossa 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful wine, supple and delicious. Classically dry and tannic, it shows fascinating, elusive blackberry, blueberry, currant and herb flavors, elaborated with sweet, smoky oak. Lots going on here, and it should develop nicely in the bottle over the next decade.",Stature,120,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kendall-Jackson 2006 Stature Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2006-stature-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2006,Kendall-Jackson 14.8,Red,US,"The winery's top bottling, and this vintage recalls the tremendous 2000. Tastes important right off the bat, although it's also obviously young and unintegrated. New, smoky oak dominates, with themes of ripe, concentrated blackberries and cassis, but the tannins are hard as nails. Wants and needs time. Best well after 2013, and should develop for years beyond.",Signature,80,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Darioush 2007 Signature Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darioush-2007-signature-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Darioush ,Red,US,"Tastes dramatic and youthfully vital, with fat, fleshy flavors of blackberries, cassis, mocha and sweet cedar, as well as a mineral tang that grounds them. Very upscale and refined, a pure product of superior terroir and winemaking.",Maximus Red Feasting Wine,35,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bennett Lane 2007 Maximus Red Feasting Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-lane-2007-maximus-red-feasting-wine-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Bennett Lane 14,Red,Argentina,"Among Catena's high-end wines from 2007, Nicasia is the top performer. It shows alluring aromas of smoky oak, wild flowers and pure berry fruits. The palate is a blend of smoothness, grainy tannins and fine acidity, while the flavors of berries, chocolate and cola are layered just right. Still the pacesetter for high-end Argentine Malbec; drink now through 2015.",Nicasia Vineyard,120,94,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2007 Nicasia Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2007-nicasia-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Bodega Catena Zapata 14.1,Red,US,"Lots going on in this mountain-grown wine. It's perfectly dry and strong in tannins, with an elusive quality of excellence that testifies to the best terroir. Showing blackberry, black cherry, mineral and oak flavors, it should develop bottle complexity for at least the next decade.",La Muse,260,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Verité 2006 La Muse Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verite-2006-muse-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Verité 13.5,Red,US,"A terrific wine that proves you don't have to spend a fortune for a top-flight Napa Valley Cabernet. It's a deeply flavored, brooding young wine, filled with exciting blackberry, cassis and mineral flavors. Big in tannins, yet with a very refined, classy mouthfeel, it should begin to hit its stride after 2014.",,28,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Franciscan 12,White,US,"This wine just gets better with every new vintage. Young and fresh, it hits the palate with lip-puckering acidity, rolling on flavors of lemons, oranges, citrus rind, and then into mango and papaya. Though the residual sugar is listed at 1.6%, it shows only in a pleasing roundness in the lengthy finish. Delicious now, but entirely cellar-worthy for a decade or longer.",Eroica,24,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen 2009 Eroica Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-dr-loosen-2009-eroica-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen 15.1,Red,US,"Once again the Merlot is the best of a very fine flight of Tulpen wines. More muscular than the Cabernet, it includes 10% Malbec and 5% Petit Verdot in the mix, resulting in a dense, dark wine loaded with black fruits. Polished tannins are lightly layered in streaks of leaf, herb and earth. The alcohol tops 15%, but there is not a hint of heat in the finish.",,28,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tulpen 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tulpen-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Tulpen 14.5,Red,US,"A very fine Cabernet Sauvignon, dry and classically structured. It's a big, full-bodied wine, with hefty tannins that effectively lock down intense flavors of blackberries, cassis, dark chocolate and minerals. Complex and dramatic, this beauty is clearly a cellar candidate. Give it 6–8 years.",,65,94,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Stephen & Walker 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Stephen & Walker 13,Red,France,"An impressive wine, full of smoky fruit, concentrated black cherry flavors and rich acidity. It has a complete feel to it, the tannins well integrated into the heart of the wine. There is a final freshness, liveliness, but don't be fooled—age it for at least seven years.",,105,94,Burgundy,Chapelle-Chambertin,,Maison Jessiaume 2008 Chapelle-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jessiaume-2008-pinot-noir-chapelle-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Jessiaume 15.4,Red,US,"Made from 100% Cabernet grown in a hilly part of the valley, this wine is tight and dry in tannins. It's so astringent, it's nearly impossible to enjoy now. Yet it's extraordinarily rich and explosive in blackberry tart, black cherry pie and cassis flavors, and feels dramatic in the mouth. Should easily improve over the next decade. Hold until 2013.",Rockaway,75,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 2007 Rockaway Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2007-rockaway-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Rodney Strong 15.8,Red,US,"One of the best Zinfandels of the vintage. This wine is exuberant in wild berry, briary, brambly nettle, cola, red currant, licorice and bacon flavors, with Zin's peppery spiciness. The alcohol is very high, so drink carefully, but that's what it took to make a wine this distinctive.",The Industrial,40,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Tres Vinicultores 2008 The Industrial Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-vinicultores-2008-industrial-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Tres Vinicultores 15.2,Red,US,"The winery says it can't reveal the source of the grapes, which is odd, but we do know it's in Rutherford. Made from 100% Cab, and aged in 100% new French oak, it is, in a word, splendid. Rich in blackberries, cassis and dark chocolate, the fruit was clearly well grown, and the tannin-acid balance is utterly classic. This beautiful wine is a partnership between three well-known and high-scoring vintners from other brands. It is a winery worth following.",The Treat,75,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tres Vinicultores 2007 The Treat Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-vinicultores-2007-treat-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tres Vinicultores ,Red,US,"A very successful vintage for Freemark Abbey's wines overall, and this young, intensely concentrated Merlot is a star of the year. Quite tannic now, with delineated blackberry, cherry, cassis, cola and spice flavors, its best years are ahead. Cellar this impressive wine for 4–6 years.",,30,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Freemark Abbey 14.8,Red,US,"Very ripe, dense and concentrated. Although it's totally dry, the wine shows massive, sweet flavors of blackberry and cherry fruit. Impresses for sheer power, as well as the length of finish. Cellar this youthful beauty for 6–7 years and see what it does.",,55,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bennett Lane 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-lane-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bennett Lane 14.9,Red,US,"A very successful Pinot Noir that shows the splendid characteristics of grapes well grown in the far Sonoma Coast, on famed Goldridge soils. Acidity marks it, crisp and vital and nervy. Yet wrapped into the silky mouthfeel are rich, elaborate cherry, raspberry, Dr. Pepper cola, pomegranate, persimmon and sandalwood flavors that are intricate as a tapestry. A great wine that should develop bottle complexities over the next eight years.",Chico's Run Doña Margarita Vineyard,49,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Marimar Estate 2008 Chico's Run Doña Margarita Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2008-chicos-run-dona-margarita-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Marimar Estate 14.7,Red,US,"Classic Napa Cabernet, with perfectly ripened blackberry, cherry and cassis fruit, nicely elaborated by sweet, smoky oak, and framed in ripe, smooth tannins. Really a lovely wine, with the balanced equilibrium to ride out the next decade.",,75,95,California,Napa,St. Helena,Charnu 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charnu-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Charnu 14.5,White,US,"Spectactular Chardonnay, so pure, clean and delicious. Defines the cool coastal climate of the Sonoma Coast, with brilliant, citrusy acidity brightening long hangtime flavors of tropical fruits, green apples and succulent peaches and pears. A stunningly good, upscale Chard to drink with very rich fare, such as ricotta cheese-filled gnocchi with grilled rock shrimp and Parmesan cheese.",Charles Heintz Vineyard,55,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Migration 2009 Charles Heintz Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/migration-2009-charles-heintz-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Migration 14.4,Red,US,"Although this Cab is too young and tannic to drink now, it's impressive for its volume and depth, as well as the future possibilities. Shows a huge core of blackberries, currants and cassis, with a mineral tang and near-perfect oak application. Grows more complex and generous as it breathes in the glass. Give it 4–5 years in the cellar to soften and mellow.",,39,95,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Ideology Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ideology-cellars-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Ideology Cellars 14.5,Red,France,"Made of 50% Carignan, 25% Syrah and 25% Grenache, there's a touch of acetone in the nose here but it's countered by notes of black fruit, small wild berries and garrigue herbs. Still tightly wound with firm tannins and assertive acidity, the mouth is rich and fruity, exhibiting strong cherry and berry flavors.",Le Soleilla L'Intrus La Clape,35,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Mas du Soleilla 2008 Le Soleilla L'Intrus La Clape Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-soleilla-2008-le-lintrus-clape-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Mas du Soleilla 14.6,Red,US,"Gritty tannins frame this Cabernet, with classic blackberry, black currant, cassis and cedar flavors. It's rich, full-bodied and appealingly dry, although it's missing just a bit of the complexity you want in a top-tier Napa Cab of this price.",,75,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Boeschen Vineyards 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boeschen-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Boeschen Vineyards 13,White,France,"A tense and mineral wine, it has a cool character with the wood offering a dry and toasty edge to the citrus and steel texture. It is still young, needing time for the wood to really integrate. Keep for 3–4 years.",Sous Frétille Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Maison Champy 2008 Sous Frétille Premier Cru (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2008-sous-fretille-premier-cru-chardonnay-pernand-vergelesses/,Chardonnay,2008,Maison Champy 14.4,Red,Argentina,"Condensed and dark on the bouquet, with initial hard, cheesy aromas giving way to herbal berry scents that suggest thyme and rosemary. The palate is soft and chubby, with just enough structure to make the earthy, ripe berry flavors taste better than simply big and bulky. Finishes with a light espresso bitterness. Drink now through 2012.",Uno,20,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Antigal 2008 Uno Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antigal-2008-uno-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Antigal 14.5,Red,Italy,"There's a very beautiful quality to the nose of this fresh Barbera d'Alba that opens with bright aromas of blue flower, red cherry, almond skin and cola. In the mouth, the wine shows bright acidity followed by a smooth, silky texture.",,19,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Oddero 2007 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oddero-2007-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Oddero 13.5,White,Argentina,"Always one of Argentina's best and more fuller-bodied Torrontés. It's tropical and easy on the nose, with fleshy roundness and chunky flavors of melon and peach. Full in style, with some extra weight to the finish. Best to drink this as soon as you can, while it's fresh and lively.",,15,89,Other,Salta,,Colomé 2010 Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colome-2010-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2010,Colomé 14.2,White,US,"With no oak, there's nothing here but natural grape flavors of oranges, limes, green apples, pears and golden mangoes. The acidity is high and racy. Ready now, but don't drink it too cold.",Acero Don Miguel Vineyard Unoaked,29,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2008 Acero Don Miguel Vineyard Unoaked Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2008-acero-don-miguel-vineyard-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Marimar Estate 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Big, dark and masculine, with minty, chocolaty, robust aromas and plenty of residual oak. Calling this wine a “load” is an understatment; it's massive, with flavors of blackberry, gumball, cassis, pepper and mint. Finishes that way, too. A brawny wine that's in its prime. Drink now through 2013.",,14,89,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2005 Syrah-Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2005-red-blend-syrah-malbec-uco-valley/,Syrah-Malbec,2005,O. Fournier 12.3,White,Spain,"Clean, fresh and oozing apple and citrus on the nose. The palate mixes some body with spritz to good results, and the flavors of driving lemon, citrus and nectarine work well together. A forward, snappy white for garlicky appetizers and olives.",,18,88,Northern Spain,Bizkaiko Txakolina,,Itsas Mendi 2009 Hondarrabi Zuri (Bizkaiko Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/itsas-mendi-2009-spanish-white-hondarrabi-zuri-bizkaiko-txakolina/,Hondarrabi Zuri,2009,Itsas Mendi 13.5,Red,Italy,"This cool-climate, northern Italian expression of Pinot Nero opens with nice aromas of blue flower, small berry and white chocolate. The wine is compact and short in the mouth with a fresh, crisp close.",Maso delle Rose,43,88,,Alto Adige,,Josef Weger 2004 Maso delle Rose Pinot Nero (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-weger-2004-maso-delle-rose-pinot-noir-nero-alto-adige/,Pinot Nero,2004,Josef Weger ,Red,France,"A very pure wine, its red berry fruits dominating lively acidity as well as a tight, tannic, dry core.",,24,88,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Antoine Sanzay 2009 Saumur-Champigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antoine-sanzay-2009-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Antoine Sanzay 14,Red,France,"There's a strong herbal presence in the bouquet of this wine (bay leaves, clover) that marries well with the red plum and dried raspberry flavors. The mouth is smooth and creamy with a touch of tobacco spice lingering on the close. Drink now–2012.",Coste d'Aleyrac Pic Saint-Loup,20,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château de Lancyre 2008 Coste d'Aleyrac Pic Saint-Loup Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lancyre-2008-coste-daleyrac-pic-saint-loup-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Château de Lancyre 14.4,Red,US,"A very nice Cabernet that pleases now for its rich array of blackberry, cherry and oak flavors. It's smooth and soft and a little sweet in the finish, like the aftertaste of a berry tart.",Estate,36,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Buehler 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buehler-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Buehler 13.5,Red,Italy,"Cormì is a 50-50 blend of Corvina and Merlot that shows soft, jammy fruit aromas of blackberry and plum backed by chocolate and tobacco. The wine is rich and dense with firm, smooth tannins.",Cormì,21,88,Veneto,Veneto,,Zenato 2006 Cormì Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2006-cormi-red-veneto/,Red Blend,2006,Zenato 14.3,Red,US,"New oak dominates this wine, and the tannins, which are derived from both the wood and the grapes, give it an unrelieved astringency. Not showing much pleasure now, but there's a solid core of blackberries and black cherries. It's unclear if the fruit will outlast the tannins.",Sycamore Vineyard,70,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2007 Sycamore Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2007-sycamore-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Freemark Abbey ,Red,US,"This Rhône blend is scented with sharp-toned berry, spice, and menthol and it has an herbaceous note that is well-integrated and set against light tannins. Don't look for a lot of sweet fruit; this is more European, herbal and firm. A fine food wine.",DIst 83,36,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Hollywood Hill 2008 DIst 83 Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollywood-hill-2008-dist-83-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Hollywood Hill 12.5,White,France,"Lightly laced with wood, this attractive ripe wine shows pear and peach flavors and vivid acidity. It is well textured, with a streak of apple and pear skins. Fine grained wine, with attractive final acidity.",Marly Domaine Hamelin,25,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,Xavier Flouret 2008 Marly Domaine Hamelin (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2008-marly-domaine-hamelin-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Xavier Flouret ,Rose,US,"Labeled off dry but with little or no sweetness, this is a unique effort, a rosé style with unusual length and focus. Chill this wine and drink it as an apéritif. It is most unusual—dusty, musky, and concentrated, with a fine finish that resonates with a Grand Marnier note.",,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Hyatt 2009 Black Muscat (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-2009-muscat-black-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Black Muscat,2009,Hyatt 14.5,Red,Australia,"This blend of 91% Sagrantino and 9% Cinsault is unique. It's tarry and leathery, with hints of prune, vanilla and clove, but it's more about the soft but plentiful tannins that leave behind a slightly furry feel. BTW, Cenosillicaphobia is the fear of an empty glass.",The Cenosillicaphobic Cat Sagrantino-Cinsault,29,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2007 The Cenosillicaphobic Cat Sagrantino-Cinsault Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2007-cenosillicaphobic-cat-sagrantino-cinsault-red-mclaren-vale/,Red Blend,2007,D'Arenberg 13,Red,Italy,"Although it is not labeled “Ripasso,” Campofiorin is indeed among the very first commercial wines made in the Ripasso style (with partially air-dried grapes). The beautiful results show intensity, elegance and although the mid palate is compact and short, the wine does offer a full array of spicy and dark fruit aromas.",Campofiorin,19,88,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Masi 2006 Campofiorin Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2006-campofiorin-red-rosso-veronese/,Corvina,2006,Masi 14.6,Red,US,"Dry, rugged and brambly. You might almost think it was Zinfandel, it's so peppery, leathery and briary in wild berry flavors and sandpapery tannins. It's quite good, in a Dry Creek way. Drink soon for freshness and vitality.",,45,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Martorana 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martorana-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Martorana 14,Red,Spain,"This five-grape blend is dark and concentrated, but also a touch soupy and mulchy. Interestingly, the palate shows snappy acidity along the edges, yielding crisp flavors of cherry, raspberry and spice. Finishes dry, herbal and spicy, but needs a boost of fruit to equal previous efforts.",,27,88,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Finca Coronado 2006 Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-coronado-2006-red-vino-tierra-castilla/,Red Blend,2006,Finca Coronado 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a ripe and very succulent blend of Corvina, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon that shows bright aromas of black cherry, tobacco, cured beef and leather. The wine holds its own on the palate thanks to its thick, rich texture.",Vajo,80,88,Veneto,Veronese,,Fabiano 2006 Vajo Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-2006-vajo-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2006,Fabiano 13,White,France,"A mix of fresh citrus and toasty wood work well together in this elegant wine. The texture is soft, rounded, finishing with a great dash of lime. This is sophisticated white Burgundy.",,56,88,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaine Leflaive 2008 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2008-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Leflaive 14,White,France,"The aroma says honey, but the palate says dry. It is an attractive paradox that results in a ripe wine, full of pure white currant, star fruit and, yes, honey flavors. It is not a wine for long aging, but will keep for 2–4 years.",La Jalousie,20,88,Loire Valley,Savennières,,Domaine du Closel 2009 La Jalousie (Savennières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-closel-2009-jalousie-chenin-blanc-savennieres/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Domaine du Closel 13,White,France,"Pure Sauvignon Blanc, this is herbal while also crisp, very fruity, bright and lively. Gooseberry juice dominates this intense wine.",Element Terre,16,88,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Domaine des Pierrettes 2009 Element Terre Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pierrettes-2009-element-terre-sauvignon-blanc-touraine/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Domaine des Pierrettes 12,White,France,"A lightly perfumed wine, from a blend with a dominance of Sauvignon Blanc. Citrus, almonds and piercing acidity combine to give a bright, light, very dry wine.",Delailie,16,88,Loire Valley,Cheverny,,Domaine de Salvard 2008 Delailie White (Cheverny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-de-salvard-2008-delailie-white-cheverny/,White Blend,2008,Domaine de Salvard 14,Red,Italy,"This Barbera d'Alba opens with dark, sophisticated aromas of exotic spice, black fruit, toasted nut, cherry, root beer and licorice. There's a touch of natural rubber at the back and the wine offers some sweet fruit flavors as well.",Bricco dei Merli,23,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Azienda Agricola Cogno 2008 Bricco dei Merli (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azienda-agricola-cogno-2008-bricco-merli-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2008,Azienda Agricola Cogno 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Quite good and honest, with full raspberry, cherry and tea aromas along with a hint of grassiness. The palate is dark and full-bodied, with toasty cherry and herbal tea flavors. Finishes long, full and several steps ahead of most of the competition. Drink now.",,30,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma Negra 2008 Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-negra-2008-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2008,Alma Negra 13.5,Red,Italy,"Foja Tonda, also known as “Casetta,” is an extremely rare grape variety found in the Trentino area of northern Italy that shows ripe fruit and plum aromas with soft, mellow tannins. It provides enough density and concentration to pair with winter meat dishes.",Foja Tonda Casetta,,88,,Trentino,,Albino Armani 2005 Foja Tonda Casetta Red (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-armani-2005-foja-tonda-casetta-red-trentino/,Red Blend,2005,Albino Armani ,Red,Argentina,"Smoke, leather and game aromas mix with blackberry, while the palate is juicy, with plenty of crispness. Like many A-F wines, Quimera, a blend of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cab Franc and Petit Verdot, is tangy and lively. Flavors of red currants and cherry have a high-toned personality, and the finish is bold. Drink now through 2014.",Quimera,50,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Achaval-Ferrer 2008 Quimera Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaval-ferrer-2008-quimera-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2008,Achaval-Ferrer 13.5,Red,US,"In a recyclable box equaling four normal-size wine bottles, this Malbec is a mighty fine deal, clean and refreshingly made with bright plum fruit, very easy drinking all around.",,19,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Bota Box 2009 Malbec (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bota-box-2009-malbec-central-valley-lodi/,Malbec,2009,Bota Box ,White,US,"There is a lively, stony zip to this tank-fermented Chardonnay that lifts the palate and invites sipping. The flavors are pleasantly herbal, with strands of celery, cilantro, melon and green banana weaving together across the palate and into a crisp finish.",,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Boomtown 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boomtown-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Boomtown 14.5,White,US,"Crisp, delicate and clean Chardonnay, with zesty citrus acidity, like a squeeze of lime. Tastes savory, with lime, white flower and mineral flavors. A likeable young wine that's a good pairing with shellfish.",,20,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Arrowood 13.5,Red,Italy,"A blend of grapes including traditional Corvina and Rondinella undergoes air-drying for extra-rich concentration and intensity. That, with careful oak aging, has shaped a richly textured, dense wine that would pair with game meat or bean soup with smoked bacon. It shows raw, slightly chewy tannins on the close.",Palazzo della Torre,20,88,Veneto,Veronese,,Allegrini 2007 Palazzo della Torre Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2007-palazzo-della-torre-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2007,Allegrini 14,Red,Argentina,"Dark purple in color, with blackberry and spice on a potent bouquet. The palate is ripe and pure, with rich dark fruit flavors and oak-driven chocolate notes. Finishes full, toasty, peppery and smooth. Very nice and sturdy Malbec for everyday drinking.",,15,88,Other,Neuquén,,Areo 2009 Malbec (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/areo-2009-malbec-neuquen/,Malbec,2009,Areo 13.9,White,US,"Great price for a Chardonnay that tastes like it costs a lot more. Although it's unoaked, it's very rich in passionfruit, pineapple, peach and vanilla cream flavors, with a honeyed finish. Easy to find, with 5,000 cases produced.",Unoaked,10,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Healdsburg Ranches 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/healdsburg-ranches-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Healdsburg Ranches 14.4,White,US,"A classy Chardonnay for sipping now. Dry and zesty in acidity, it has appealing tangerine, Meyer lemon, white flower, honey and mineral flavors.",Journey,75,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Matanzas Creek 2009 Journey Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2009-journey-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Matanzas Creek ,Red,Chile,"Tire rubber, tobacco, bacon, olive and a dark smokiness define the nose on this Merlot, which is miles away from the simple, easy wines that most people associate with the variety. This one is big, herbal, peppery and endowed with black fruit, hoisin sauce, roasted tomato and kick. It needs some airing to show its best.",Alpha,24,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2008 Alpha Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2008-alpha-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2008,Montes 12,Sparkling,France,"Made from 100% Pinot Noir, this is a vividly crisp wine, tight, with strawberry flavors laced with intense acidity and a tangy, zesty edge. Lively, bright, with a fruity finish.",Parigot Rosé Brut,23,88,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Parigot & Richard NV Parigot Rosé Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parigot-richard-nv-rose-brut-pinot-noir-cremant-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,,Parigot & Richard 14,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery and heady on first blush, with gaseous, leathery aromas that initially cloud the wine's fruit components. With time it evolves, showing dark cherry, raspberry and leathery flavors in front of an herbal, persistent finish. A little choppy and inconsistent but still a very good Malbec from a tough vintage.",Grand Reserve,15,88,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Piattelli 2008 Grand Reserve Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piattelli-2008-grand-reserve-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2008,Piattelli 13,White,France,"Herbaceous and with an extra ripeness from the fine summer of 2009, this is a deliciously smooth wine, the Sauvignon's natural acidity balanced by sweet apple juice over a greengage skin texture.",,21,88,Loire Valley,Quincy,,Philippe Portier 2009 Quincy,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-portier-2009-sauvignon-blanc-quincy/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Philippe Portier ,Red,US,"Soft, plump and fruity, this pleasing, pure Washington Merlot pushes black cherry, coffee and baking chocolate flavors into a roundly accessible wine with no rough edges at all. It's a quaffer with cojones.",Conner Lee Vineyard,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2007 Conner Lee Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2007-conner-lee-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,:Nota Bene 13,Red,France,"Rounded and soft, very approachable. It has attractive raspberry fruit and lively acidity, while the structure evolves slowly to show the dry edge of tannins and smoky aftertaste. For drinking now and over 4–5 years.",Clos Genet,35,88,Burgundy,Santenay,,Domaine Jessiaume 2008 Clos Genet (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2008-clos-genet-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Jessiaume 13,Red,Italy,"Rich and soft, with a velvety smooth texture, this pretty Italian Merlot would pair with chicken or pork roast with mashed potatoes. Cherry, spice and a touch of mocha coffee characterize the bouquet.",Il Merlot,35,88,Veneto,Veneto,,Collalbrigo 2005 Il Merlot Merlot (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collalbrigo-2005-il-merlot-veneto/,Merlot,2005,Collalbrigo ,Red,France,"With good concentration as well as stalky tannins, this is a wine that has acidity and a touch of black jelly. Fresh at the end, well balanced.",Prestige,,88,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Clos des Cordeliers 2006 Prestige (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-cordeliers-2006-prestige-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Clos des Cordeliers 13,White,US,"Lots of racy acidity in this wine, which cleans the mouth and gets those tastebuds watering. It's dry, with zesty grapefruit and lime flavors, accented with an oily touch of petrol. An elegant, exotic wine for cocktail sipping to get the evening started.",,22,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Davis Family 2008 Riesling (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-family-2008-riesling-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Riesling,2008,Davis Family ,Red,US,The addition of 11% Cabernet Sauvignon and 12% Malbec adds meat and muscle to this otherwise moderately light Sangio. Tart strawberry and pomegranate fruit is set against thicker tannins. Firm acids carry flavors of lemon and orange rind into the finish.,,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sinclair Estate Vineyards 2008 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinclair-estate-2008-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2008,Sinclair Estate Vineyards 14.8,Red,US,"Good blackberry, black cherry, cola and spice flavors in this Merlot. It's marked by the jagged, sandpapery tannins that often accompany Dry Creek red wines. You can call it rustic, but it's rustic-chic, an interesting wine with some real complexity.",,33,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Martorana 2006 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martorana-2006-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2006,Martorana 14.7,Red,US,"This is an easy drinking, soft and attractive Pinot Noir that's fully ready now. It's dry and smooth, with a complex of cherry, raspberry, cola, herb, oak and spice flavors. Great with Mexican carne asada.",,38,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ken Brown 2007 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-brown-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Ken Brown 13.5,Red,France,"While there are plenty of firm tannins and weight here, the wine does feel somewhat hollow. The red fruits are there, showing slowly against the tannins. It has fine final acidity, but not the power and concentration you should expect.",,100,88,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Manuel Olivier 2008 Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2008-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,2008,Manuel Olivier ,White,France,"Full-bodied wine, but with an edge of fresh grapefruit flavor and bright acidity. This estate Muscadet balances ripeness with classic Muscadet lightness.",Château du Cléray,12,88,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Sauvion 2010 Château du Cléray (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauvion-2010-chateau-cleray-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2010,Sauvion 15,Red,US,"A brisk young Pinot Noir, dry and bright in acidity, with deep, long raspberry, cherry, cola, spice and sandalwood flavors. The tannins are just a bit rustic, so drink this wine now and over the next 2–3 years.",Aubaine Vineyards,42,88,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Stephen Ross 2007 Aubaine Vineyards Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2007-aubaine-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Stephen Ross 14.1,White,US,"This pretty, polished young Chardonnay comes from the sprawling Santa Maria Valley of Santa Barbara County. It's a good, dry wine, rich in acidity, with mineral-infused apple, pineapple and pear flavors, lavished with sweet, smoky oak. Drink now.",Dierberg Vineyard,45,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Migration 2009 Dierberg Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/migration-2009-dierberg-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Migration 14.6,Red,US,"A little gritty in texture, and the rawness is compounded by black pepper tartness. Yet there's a huge, succulent core of black cherry fruit, and the wine is perfectly dry and acidic. An interesting Pinot, one to stash in the cellar and see what happens.",Graham Family Vineyard,56,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Testarossa 2009 Graham Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-graham-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Testarossa ,Red,US,"This Cabernet/Syrah/Zinfandel blend is a pretty wine, with a mix of berries, soft tannins and a medium-light finish, laced with vanilla.",Monarch,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Latah Creek NV Monarch Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latah-creek-nv-monarch-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,,Latah Creek 15,Red,Italy,"This rich and succulent red blend from the Verona area of northern Italy opens with sweet aromas of cinnamon, red apple, nutmeg and ginger. The wine shows substance and staying power and those sweet fruit flavors linger long on the fade.",Pario,54,88,Veneto,Veronese,,L'Arco 2004 Pario Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larco-2004-pario-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2004,L'Arco ,Sparkling,France,"Dry in character, touched by acidity, this is a raspberry- flavored wine, with a squeeze of lemon. The wine is full, but crisply dry.",Brut Rosé,30,88,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Langlois-Chateau NV Brut Rosé Cabernet Franc (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langlois-chateau-nv-brut-rose-cabernet-franc-cremant-de-loire-129066/,Cabernet Franc,,Langlois-Chateau 13,White,France,"A soft wine, its flavors initially out of focus. It develops slowly, showing rich flavors from the wood, the structure smothered in a soft cushion. It is perhaps too ample for its own good.",Vaudésir Grand Cru,70,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2007 Vaudésir Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2007-vaudesir-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2007,Pascal Bouchard 14,Red,Spain,"Candied and sweet smelling but still honest on the nose, with spice, cinnamon and black cherry aromas. The palate is fresh and healthy feeling, with mildly creamy cherry, berry and mocha flavors. Finishes creamy as well, with lasting sweetness. 60% Garnacha with 35% Tempranillo and 5% Mazuelo.",La Montesa Crianza,20,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Palacios Remondo 2007 La Montesa Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palacios-remondo-2007-montesa-crianza-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2007,Palacios Remondo 14,Red,Argentina,"Fairly large, dark and extracted, but also lush and rich, with aromas of raisin and stewed blackberry. The palate is rich to the point of almost being heavy, while the flavors of blackberry and roasted black plum are mildly leathery and salty. Nice, big, meaty and tasty for the price.",Oak Cask,12,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2008 Oak Cask Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2008-oak-cask-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2008,Trapiche 19,Dessert,US,"Here's a sweet dessert wine that's a pleasure to drink after a meal, with little fruit-based filo pastries. Made in the traditional solera style, the wine is rich in raspberry cream, chocolate and cherry liqueur flavors, and finishes clean and spicy.",,42,88,California,California Other,California,V. Sattui NV Madeira (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-nv-madeira-blend-other/,Madeira Blend,,V. Sattui 13.9,White,US,"Soft and fruity, with a balanced mix of tropical fruit flavors—banana and pineapple—and juicy caramel, this appealing Chardonnay is drinking perfectly. There is just enough green apple tang to the finish to keep it fresh and focused through the finish.",,14,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),O 2008 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-2008-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,O 12.5,White,France,"This is one of the largest volume production Chablis, and it sings. Minerality and acidity go well with the ripe fruits and fresh acidity, bright and packed with grapefruit edginess.",La Sereine,25,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2008 La Sereine (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2008-sereine-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,La Chablisienne 14.6,Red,US,"This is a big, rich, thick young wine, impressive in sheer fruity extraction. Shows massive blackberry, currant, anise, black pepper and sandalwood flavors, with a bit of funk. The tannins are strong and refined. Could age well. Tasted three times, with inconsistent results.",Wavelength Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard,69,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,World's End 2008 Wavelength Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard Syrah-Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/worlds-end-2008-wavelength-sugarloaf-mountain-vineyard-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet Franc,2008,World's End ,Red,US,"Aromatic with pepper and fresh-cut tobacco, well defined by herbal fruits and leafy tannins, this single-vineyard Malbec is stylish and balanced. What is missing is depth, but the balance and length are just right, and the wine does not overreach.",Gamache Vineyards,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),William Church 2008 Gamache Vineyards Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-church-2008-gamache-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2008,William Church 13.3,Red,US,"Deep and dark in color, this unusual Lodi bottling of Teroldego, an ancient Italian variety akin to California Zinfandel, is a beast of rich red fruit and chocolate mocha, still robustly tannic and a tad smoky, able to definitely lie down in darkness for several more years.",Reserve,30,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peltier 2006 Reserve Teroldego (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peltier-station-2006-reserve-italian-red-teroldego-central-valley-lodi/,Teroldego,2006,Peltier 14.2,Red,US,"Tons of fruit in this easy, direct Pinot Noir. Raspberry, cherry, pomegranate, persimmon and cola begins to describe it, further sweetened by smoky, caramelized oak. Rich and crisp, if a little one-dimensional. But it's a really nice dimension.",Gap's Crown Vineyard,70,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Patz & Hall 2008 Gap's Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2008-gaps-crown-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Patz & Hall 13.5,White,US,"Soft and honeyed, an unctuous Chardonnay with pleasant citrus fruit and buttered toast flavors. Finishes a bit quick, but earns kudos for dryness and a clean, spicy finish. Easy to find, with more than 50,000 cases produced.",Grand Reserve,22,88,California,North Coast,Santa Barbara-Monterey,Kendall-Jackson 2009 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Barbara-Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2009-grand-reserve-chardonnay-north-coast-santa-barbara-monterey/,Chardonnay,2009,Kendall-Jackson 13,White,Spain,"A round and smooth version of Albariño, with apricot and orange aromas. The palate has a layered, creamy feel and full flavors of bulky apricot, peach and also citrus. Fleshy on the finish, and definitely at peak maturity. Drink right away.",,18,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Abadía de Tortoreos 2009 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-tortoreos-2009-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Abadía de Tortoreos 13.5,Dessert,Italy,"This bright dessert wine from northeast Italy offers a luminous golden color and opens with sweet aromas of dried apricot, honey and almond marzipan. The wine would pair with pâtè or aged cheeses.",Ucelùt 500ml,,88,,Venezia Giulia,,Emilio Bulfon 2009 Ucelùt 500ml White (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-bulfon-2009-ucelut-500ml-white-venezia-giulia/,White Blend,2009,Emilio Bulfon ,White,US,"Full and fleshy, this spicy, fruity Pinot Gris offers fresh fruit and citrus peel flavors, balanced against tangy acidity. The fruit is a mix of interesting flavors – grapefruit, apple and white peach. Good length and a fine value.",,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Hyatt 2009 Pinot Gris (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Pinot Gris,2009,Hyatt 13.5,White,Australia,"Hugh Hamilton proves that Yalumba's success with this tricky variety isn't a fluke, offering genuine Viognier expression at a realistic price. Ripe muskmelon and apricot notes leave a round, full-bodied impression on the palate, finishing with musky spice. Drink now.",The Loose Cannon,16,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Hugh Hamilton 2009 The Loose Cannon Viognier (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugh-hamilton-2009-loose-cannon-viognier-mclaren-vale/,Viognier,2009,Hugh Hamilton 14.6,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-Syrah blend needs a brief decant to let it blow off some mustiness. Then it turns rich and fruity in berries, chocolate and spices. A little too soft for ageability, so drink soon.",19 Block Cuvee,36,88,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Hess Collection 2007 19 Block Cuvee Red (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-2007-19-block-cuvee-red-napa-mount-veeder/,Red Blend,2007,Hess Collection 13,Red,Italy,"From vineyards near Lake Garda in northern Italy, this oak-aged red wine delivers sweet spice, vanilla, nutmeg and bright cherry aromas. There's a slight tannic bite on the close as well as nicely integrated acidity.",Campostarne,23,88,,Garda Classico,,Costaripa 2007 Campostarne (Garda Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costaripa-2007-campostarne-red-garda-classico/,Red Blend,2007,Costaripa 12.5,Dessert,Hungary,"While the nose is a sumptuous bouquet of honey, beeswax and yellow freesias, there's an alluring darkness to this delicate Tokaji full of lanolin and dried citrus peel notes. A bright citrus acidity and astringent black tea notes linger pleasantly through the finish.",Késöi Szüret Late Harvest - 500 ml,25,88,Tokaji,,,Disznókö 2008 Késöi Szüret Late Harvest - 500 ml (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/disznoko-2008-kesoi-szuret-late-harvest-500-ml-other-white-furmint-tokaji/,Furmint,2008,Disznókö 13,White,France,"Lightly wood-flavored wine, emphasizing also the ripe peach and quince flavors. There is a spicy touch, just a sprinkling of nutmeg, the wine ripe and full.",Gravières Premier Cru,40,88,Burgundy,Santenay,,Domaine Jessiaume 2008 Gravières Premier Cru (Santenay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2008-gravieres-premier-cru-chardonnay-santenay/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Jessiaume 13,White,France,"An interesting blend of 50% Bourboulenc, 17% Roussanne, 17% Vermentino and 16% Grenache blanc, this is a different kind of white with great complexity. The only thing holding this wine back is a thin mouthfeel, but the aromas of fresh thyme, orange, Asian pear and a touch of honey are undoubtedly enticing, and the well-balanced fruit-forward palate is delish.",Blanc,29,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Languedoc,,Château des Karantes 2009 Blanc White (Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-karantes-2009-blanc-white-languedoc/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Château des Karantes 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Baked and compact on the nose, which is dark, rubbery and offers hints of smoked meats. The palate has a rich, layered feel and robust flavors of baked black fruits, molasses, caramel and toast. It's warm, full and shows Old World notes of tobacco and toffee. Drink now.",Oak,17,88,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Coiron 2005 Oak Malbec (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coiron-2005-oak-malbec-maipu/,Malbec,2005,Coiron 13,White,US,"A lovely Riesling, made in the German style. It's dryish, low in alcohol, high in racy acidity and tantalizing in flavor, with suggestions of citrus fruits, wildflowers, minerals and a distinct touch of petrol. It's wonderful as an apéritif and fine with Indian and Vietnamese food.",,22,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Davis Family 2008 Riesling (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-family-2008-riesling-sonoma-coast/,Riesling,2008,Davis Family 14,Red,Argentina,"This new wine from importer Bart Broadbent offers cherry, raspberry and plum aromas along with a touch of well-applied oak. It's a little tannic and biting in the mouth, but with food that should be no issue. Flavorwise, it's dealing slightly burnt notes atop full-fledged black cherry and wild berry. A firm, edgy wine with many good qualities.",,16,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Broadbent 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broadbent-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Broadbent 14.5,Red,Spain,"Mineral, dark spices, licorice and earthy cherry aromas form a solid, attractive bouquet. The palate is easygoing and chunky, but well built and structured. Flavors of toast and vanilla sit atop standard raspberry and plum, while the finish is dry and oaky, but clean and long.",Crianza,19,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Solabal 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solabal-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Solabal ,Red,Chile,"Herbal and loaded with tomato leaf on the nose, but that's mostly the first impression. The wine settles down to reveal black olive, berry and leather. The feel is smooth and silky, with nice tannins and flavors of herbs, vanilla, cream, plum and chocolate. Lengthy on the finish, with acidic snap throughout. Drink now through 2014.",Rivalta,84,89,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2007 Rivalta Red (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2007-rivalta-red-cachapoal-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Santa Ema 13.5,White,Spain,"A well-etched Godello with peach and citrus aromas that are straightforward but clean as glass. The palate is smooth and glides along with citrus, green banana, tropical fruit and minerally flavors. On target and chiseled; potentially a very good wine with food.",,15,89,Galicia,Monterrei,,Terra do Lobo 2009 Godello (Monterrei),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-lobo-2009-spanish-white-godello-monterrei/,Godello,2009,Terra do Lobo 14.2,Red,US,"A fine Merlot from a winery with a very long track record of success with this difficult variety. The wine is rich and almost sweet in blackberries and cherries, yet it finishes dry, in a flourish of smooth tannins. Drink now.",,25,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Rutherford Hill 9,Dessert,Hungary,"Bursting with zesty tangerine peel aromas and a gentle clover honey sweetness, the Mád Cuvée Late Harvest reflects a lighter style of Tokaji, but with a freshness and delicacy that's ethereal.",Mád Cuvée Late Harvest,21,89,Tokaji,,,Royal Tokaji 2008 Mád Cuvée Late Harvest (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-tokaji-2008-mad-cuvee-late-harvest-white-blend-tokaji-tokaji/,Tokaji,2008,Royal Tokaji 12.5,White,France,"A mouthwateringly fresh wine, its acidity giving a classic steely, mineral texture. The citrus fruit is fresh, while it also has a rounded character. Toast from wood aging adds another softer aspect.",Beauroy Premier Cru,,89,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2008 Beauroy Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2008-beauroy-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Pascal Bouchard 13,Red,France,"Firmly tannic, solid and chunky wine. The ripe strawberry flavors are balanced by firm tannins and a dark edge of plum skins. Should be aged for another year.",Premier Cru,59,89,Burgundy,Pommard,,Manuel Olivier 2008 Premier Cru (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2008-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,2008,Manuel Olivier 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Lusty, deep Malbec from Patagonia. The nose is a puddle of rich berry, spice and chocolate, while the palate is snappy and alert even if the flavors veer toward roasted black fruits, sweetness, cola and sautéed mushroom. A bit tannic and biting on the finish, with earth and oak standing out.",Reserve,18,89,Other,Patagonia,,Nemesio 2009 Reserve Malbec (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nemesio-2009-reserve-malbec-patagonia/,Malbec,2009,Nemesio ,Red,US,"Dark and dusty, this palate-coating wine shows well-managed tannins, smoothed just enough to unveil the strawberry, cherry and cassis fruit flavors. A mix of French and American (Wisconsin!) barrels brings toast and a wash of brine to the finish.",,42,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dusted Valley 2008 Petite Sirah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dusted-valley-2008-petite-sirah-columbia-valley-wa/,Petite Sirah,2008,Dusted Valley 14.5,Red,US,"Sweet and ripe in jammy cherries and blackberries, and framed in sweet, rich tannins, this Cabernet seems a bit direct and unidimensional now. It could be going through an awkward period of bottle blues, from which it could emerge after 4–6 additional years. After that, the score could rise considerably, but right now, it's somewhat candied and rustic.",Winston Hill,150,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frank Family 2007 Winston Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2007-winston-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Frank Family 13.6,Red,US,"A little soft, but delicious and complex. It has waves of raspberry, cherry, sweet cola, red licorice and oaky cedar flavors, with a spicy edge of smoked meat, like cured salumi. Feels elegant, although it lacks the structure for aging, so drink now.",,40,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Exuberance 2006 Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/exuberance-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2006,Exuberance 14.5,Red,US,"A big, extracted and, as currently constructed, somewhat ponderous wine that's not showing all that well. Could simply be immature, but it does seem to lack a certain vibrancy. Other than that, it's powerful in blackberry, black cherry and oak flavors, accompanied by strong tannins. Could surprise after, say, 2014.",Stone Place,90,89,California,Napa,St. Helena,Crocker & Starr 2007 Stone Place Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crocker-starr-2007-stone-place-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Crocker & Starr ,Red,US,"Smoky and toasty, with spicy blackberry and dark chocolate scents and flavors. The inviting nose leads into a moderately full-bodied wine with good persistence. Spice and berry suggest its kinship to Zinfandel, but there is something also of the southern Italian wines in the coffee and licorice accents.",Stone Tree Vineyard Reserve,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Columbia Crest 2008 Stone Tree Vineyard Reserve Primitivo (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2008-stone-tree-vineyard-reserve-zinfandel-primitivo-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Primitivo,2008,Columbia Crest 12,Sparkling,France,"Based on Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Aligoté and Gamay, this is a typical light, creamy and frothy Crémant. It has lively pear and red apple juice flavors, with great crisp acidity.",Brut Réserve,15,89,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Bailly-Lapierre NV Brut Réserve (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailly-lapierre-nv-brut-reserve-cremant-de-bourgogne-123996/,Sparkling Blend,,Bailly-Lapierre 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Intense and extracted but also well balanced and smooth, with minerality and asphalt on the nose. The palate mixes deep black fruit weight and flavors with snappy acids, and overall this is bright, bullish and full of berry and black cherry along with chocolate. A ripe, satisfying wine for the money.",Colonia Las Liebres,10,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Altos Las Hormigas 2009 Colonia Las Liebres Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altos-las-hormigas-2009-colonia-liebres-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2009,Altos Las Hormigas 15,Red,Italy,"There's a touch of juicy sweetness here that recalls ripe blackberry or strawberry tart. You'll also recognize tones of spice, leather and tobacco that make for balanced background flavors.",San Nicola,,89,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Bonazzi Dario e Fabio 2005 San Nicola Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonazzi-dario-e-fabio-2005-san-nicola-red-rosso-veronese/,Red Blend,2005,Bonazzi Dario e Fabio 14.3,Red,US,"Quite a good wine, rich, full-bodied and succulent. Shows a wealth of blackberry, red currant, licorice, bacon and black pepper flavors that finish with a touch of heat. The winery actually has lowered the price on this wine from previous vintages, which makes it a good value.",Heritage Selection,18,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bianchi 2006 Heritage Selection Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2006-heritage-selection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2006,Bianchi 14.7,Red,US,"A pretty, polished Cabernet, rich and spicy in jammy black raspberry and cherry fruit. Ripe, smooth Napa tannins give it an upscale mouthfeel. Seems best over the next 2–3 years.",,50,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kissos 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kissos-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kissos 14,Red,Argentina,"A rock-solid Malbec with attractive yet simple aromas of black cherry and raspberry. The palate is juicy and fresh, but with enough body to provide a sense of richnes. Forward tasting, with pure berry flavors and a hint of chocolate. The perfect wine for pizza, pasta or grilled meats.",Centenario Reserve,13,89,Other,San Juan,,Graffigna 2008 Centenario Reserve Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-2008-centenario-reserve-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2008,Graffigna 13,Red,France,"Bright, red berried wine from the charity-owned vineyards of the Hospices de Saumur. It has soft tannins and an attractive ripe cherry juice character, layered with acidity.",Clos Cristal,24,89,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Hospices de Saumur 2009 Clos Cristal (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hospices-saumur-2009-clos-cristal-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Hospices de Saumur 14.5,White,Australia,"Yalumba's flagship Viognier is a broad, powerful wine, with pineapple and apricot flavors marked by hints of floral perfume and spice. Not quite as aromatically expressive as the Eden Valley bottling, it may be a touch denser and more concentrated, with potential to evolve through 2014 or so.",Virgilius,40,89,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Yalumba 2009 Virgilius Viognier (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2009-virgilius-viognier-eden-valley/,Viognier,2009,Yalumba ,Red,US,"An intense Cabernet, packed with concentrated mountain fruit flavors of blackberries, black cherries and cassis, and wrapped in hard, mouth-numbing tannins. Might age for a year or three, but seems a bit off-center to do more interesting things over the long haul.",Estate Risa,35,89,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,White Cottage Ranch 2008 Estate Risa Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-cottage-ranch-2008-estate-risa-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,White Cottage Ranch 12,White,France,"Swathes of dry fruits, white currants, herbs and almonds make this a classic young Chenin Blanc from Vouvray. It is fresh, tight, lined with acidity. Drink now, or age 4–5 years.",Sec,16,89,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Moncontour 2009 Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-2009-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Château Moncontour 15,Red,Italy,"Tasted now, almost one decade after the harvest, this red blend from northern Italy is characterized by aromas of dried cassis, sweet cherry, cured beef, crushed stone and dark spice. There's a warm, earthy quality that is backed by fine-grain tannins.",El Dario,,89,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Bonazzi Dario e Fabio 2001 El Dario Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonazzi-dario-e-fabio-2001-el-red-rosso-veronese/,Red Blend,2001,Bonazzi Dario e Fabio ,Red,US,"Tight, sharp, and toasty, this thick and compact wine shows plenty of cherry fruit wrapped in chocolaty oak. It hints at toast and cracker, but never quite breaks through into the complexity that is promised by the first whiff or two.",,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Beresan 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Beresan 12.5,White,France,"Toasty wine, maybe over-toasty, giving a buttery malolactic feel. Its acidity and its freshness are both enveloped in a more opulent embrace.",Les Vieilles Vignes Montmains Premier Cru,30,89,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2008 Les Vieilles Vignes Montmains Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2008-vieilles-vignes-montmains-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Pascal Bouchard 14.5,Red,Italy,"This red blended wine from northern Italy is packed tight with aromas of ripe red cherry and oak. In fact, the wood element imparts a complex bouquet with vanilla, spice, cedar and smoke components. The wine is rich and very velvety on the close.",Ca' L'Inverno,,89,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Montezovo 2005 Ca' L'Inverno Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montezovo-2005-ca-linverno-red-rosso-veronese/,Red Blend,2005,Montezovo 14.2,Red,US,"This Pinot, which was grown on the Hanzell estate, is described by the winery as a barrel selection made to drink now. Yet it shows tight tannins and an astringency that effectively masks the ripe cherry and pomegranate fruit flavors. You're better off cellaring this wine for a few years.",Sebella,42,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 2008 Sebella Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-2008-sebella-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Hanzell 13,Red,France,"Full-bodied wine, rich and rounded. It has its edge of tannins underlying the ripe cherry fruits. There is a jammy character that seems to diminish any acidity, making this a wine for drinking soon.",,49,89,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Manuel Olivier 2008 Vosne-Romanée,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2008-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,2008,Manuel Olivier 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Full, fresh and bright Malbec with only the good stuff that has made this variety so popular. The color is lusty, the aromas fruity and clean, and the feel is forward with proper body and acids. Tastes like pure wild raspberry and black cherry, with hints of vanilla and oak. Appealing in every way.",,15,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tapiz 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapiz-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Tapiz 13,Sparkling,France,"Sparkling Vouvray, full of rich fruit, with layers of almonds, toasted bread and intense acidity. It is a tangy wine, with an apple skin texture over a light creamy mousse.",Cuvée T Brut,25,89,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Vincent Carême 2008 Cuvée T Brut (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-careme-2008-cuvee-t-brut-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Domaine Vincent Carême 14.2,White,Argentina,"With its tropical melony aromas and crisp palate, this comes across as rock-solid Torrontés. It's tight and tastes of lime and pineapple. There's an exactness to this wine, sort of like savoring a perfect lime. Not complicated but very satisfying; drink immediately for maximum freshness.",,14,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gauchezco 2010 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gauchezco-2010-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Gauchezco 13.9,Red,US,"The grapes come from the estate vineyard in the Santa Cruz Mountains. The wine shows intense raspberry, cherry, persimmon and cola flavors, heightened by crisp, stimulating acidity. It's immature, though, being direct and not very subtle. You might want to age it for 3–4 years. These mountain Pinots often can take the cellar.",Estate,45,89,California,California Other,California,The Mountain Winery 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountain-winery-2008-estate-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,The Mountain Winery 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A superripe style of Malbec blended with Cabernet. It's dark as midnight, with a lush bouquet and palate that ooze bulky black fruit aromas and flavors. It's compact, dense and sweet as sin, with black fruit marmalade and chocolate running the flavor profile. Finishes syrupy and with café mocha flavors. Flavorful to the max but a bit too soft to be considered excellent.",Amancaya,20,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodegas Caro 2009 Amancaya Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-caro-2009-amancaya-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bodegas Caro 13.5,Red,Argentina,"It's not often that you get the chance to try an aged Malbec for this price. The nose is sweet but also a bit soupy, while the palate is lively and delivering mature flavors of stewed cherry, cassis and raisin. Long on the finish, with brown sugar notes. A wine with finesse and restraint to drink now.",Gradum Reserve,14,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Vistandes 2005 Gradum Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-vistandes-2005-gradum-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2005,Bodega Vistandes ,Red,US,"This is 100% varietal, with a mix of vineyard sources including Champoux, Weinbau, Conner Lee and Dineen. It's a carefully crafted blend of different AVAs; a bright and clean example of Washington state Cabernet. Firm, compact, with blue and purple fruits, just a hint of barrel age and polished tannins.",,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Fidelitas ,Red,US,"This appealing Bordeaux blend opens with seductive mocha and milk chocolate aromas, threaded with cedar and toast. The fruit stands up to the wood, with pretty berry and rhubarb flavors. Extra bottle age has smoothed it out.",domenica,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DiStefano 2006 domenica Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/distefano-2006-domenica-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,DiStefano 13,White,France,"This crisp wine has bright fruits, lively acidity and a vibrant mineral character. It could develop for another 1–2 years.",,33,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly 2008 Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chalet-pouilly-2008-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly 13.2,Red,Argentina,"Clean and full for starters, with big berry aromas and hints of freshly poured tar as well as minerality. The palate is pure and hits the nail on the head in terms of feel. Flavors of blackberry and plum are dark and generous. Finishes with pepper, espresso and chocolate. Very good wine for the price.",Colección,10,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma del Sur 2009 Colección Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-sur-2009-coleccion-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2009,Alma del Sur ,White,France,"Aged in acacia wood barrels, which give less wood flavor than oak, this is an attractive, lightly oxidized wine with a toasty edge, very dry with almond and honeyed fruit flavors.",,16,89,Loire Valley,Anjou,,Château de Fesles 2009 Chenin Blanc (Anjou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fesles-2009-chenin-blanc-anjou/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Château de Fesles 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a ripe, sticky and succulent blend of Corvina, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot that opens with bursting aromas of candied fruit, black cherry, blackberry jam, Indian spice and raw tobacco. The wine won't appeal to everyone and should definitely be paired with hearty stew or game meat.",Picàie,,89,Veneto,Veronese,,Cecilia Beretta 2006 Picàie Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecilia-beretta-2006-picaie-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2006,Cecilia Beretta 14.5,Red,Australia,"Cropped at less than two tons per acre, this is a full-bodied, creamy-textured Tempranillo marked by vanilla-tinged oak. Black cherries and plums comprise the core, with embellishments of tobacco adding complexity to this lush, easy-drinking wine. Drink it over the next several years.",Luna Roja,20,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Gemtree 2008 Luna Roja Tempranillo (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gemtree-2008-luna-roja-tempranillo-mclaren-vale/,Tempranillo,2008,Gemtree ,Red,US,"This young wine is tough in tannins and rather forward and jammy in blackberries, cherries and raspberries, with a sweet coating of oak. It's a bit rustic, lacking some smoothness and finesse, but the fruit is very pure, and the bottle could develop in unpredictable ways over the years.",,28,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2007 Meritage (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Meritage,2007,Dry Creek Vineyard ,White,US,"Powerful scents of toast and buttered popcorn dominate the nose, but once in the mouth the wine shows some grip and depth. For those who love the buttery style of Chardonnay, this will be hard to beat at this price. Traces of apple and pear fruit show in the midpalate, and the wine lingers gracefully into a full-bodied finish.",Cold Creek Vineyard,26,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2008 Cold Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2008-cold-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13,White,France,"There is a good mineral character here, a steely edge to the ripe apricot and yellow plum flavors. The wine has enough acidity to maintain its fresh side, and a fine lift on the finish.",Vieilles Vignes,,89,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine Pascal et Mireille Renaud 2009 Vieilles Vignes (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pascal-mireille-renaud-2009-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Pascal et Mireille Renaud 13,White,France,"A finely balanced wine, preserving the mineral edge and keeping fine acidity while displaying ripe white and yellow fruits.",Monte de Milieu Premier Cru,35,89,Burgundy,Chablis,,Simonnet-Febvre 2008 Monte de Milieu Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-2008-monte-milieu-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Simonnet-Febvre 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's an excellent quality Italian white (made from the native Friulano grape) available at a very reasonable low price. The wine delivers structure and stamina and the aromas include peach, apricot and almond. You could pair it with anything, from sushi to white meat.",,18,89,,Collio,,Marco Felluga 2009 Friulano (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marco-felluga-2009-italian-white-friulano-collio/,Friulano,2009,Marco Felluga ,Red,Argentina,"Sweet up front, with a heaping of wood spice on top of raisin and baked berry aromas. This is a big, full-bodied mature wine with tannins that are still grabbing and flavors of roasted blackberry, dark plum and ingrained spice. Finishes long, toasty and sweet, with some heat and a distinct baked quality. Drink now.",Limited Reserve,24,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña El Cerno 2004 Limited Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-el-cerno-2004-limited-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2004,Viña El Cerno 13,Red,France,"A delicious Volnay, all warm fruits and sweet tannins. The wine is soft as well as juicy, enjoying ripe cherry and red plum juice flavors. The tannins and acidity give a gentle boost. Drink now, or age for 3–4 years.",,45,89,Burgundy,Volnay,,Maison Jessiaume 2008 Volnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jessiaume-2008-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Jessiaume 12.5,White,Australia,"The White Mullet is an innovative blend of 70% Riesling, 11% Viognier, 10% Chenin Blanc and 9% Sauvignon Blanc. The result is fragrant with hints of orange zest and pineapple, and moderately mouthfilling without ever seeming overly soft. Simultaneously crisp, luscious and long on the finish, it's a solid value.",The White Mullet,14,89,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pikes 2009 The White Mullet White (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pikes-2009-white-mullet-clare-valley/,White Blend,2009,Pikes 15.1,Red,US,"Feels lush and extravagant in the mouth, a full-bodied wine with smooth tannins housing powerhouse black cherry, bacon, black pepper and oaky sandalwood flavors. Give it a bit more structural integrity, and the score would soar.",Unti Vineyards,38,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Muscardini 2008 Unti Vineyards Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2008-unti-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2008,Muscardini 14.6,Red,US,"Lots of rich, ripe blackberry and cassis flavors in this dry, full-bodied Cabernet. It's quite scoury in youth, with strong, edgy tannins and a hit of zippy acidity. Give it 5–6 years in the cellar to begin to calm down.",,58,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kissos 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kissos-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kissos 13,White,Australia,"According to the winery, this spent only six months in neutral French oak, but there's an indisputable toastiness to this wine, which serves to accent hints of flowers and spice on the nose. Despite the toasty nuttiness, there's plenty of fresh fruit in evidence as well, making it quite attractive.",,29,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Yangarra Estate Vineyard 2009 Viognier (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yangarra-estate-vineyard-2009-viognier-mclaren-vale/,Viognier,2009,Yangarra Estate Vineyard 13.9,Red,US,"A little heavy-handed, with chunky tannins, penetrating acidity and a powerful blast of jammy raspberry, cherry and blackberry fruit. Not particularly subtle, but dramatic, and while purists will find it oversized, it's a true expression of this central Santa Lucia Highlands vineyard. Give it 4–6 years in the cellar.",Garys' Vineyard,48,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2008 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2008-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Morgan 14.5,White,Australia,"This represents a top value among Viogniers, which often carry a price tag loftier than their quality deserves. Not so in this case; the variety's floral aromas are well displayed, backed by hints of melon, apricot and gingery spice. It's fairly full bodied, with a slightly viscous texture that extends the warm finish. Drink now.",Made with Organic Grapes,16,90,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2010 Made with Organic Grapes Viognier (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2010-made-with-organic-grapes-viognier-south/,Viognier,2010,Yalumba 14.5,Red,US,"A huge wine, rich and tannic, stuffed with blackberry, cherry, currant, dark chocolate and oak flavors. While the tannins are considerable, they're very finely crafted. This is a wine that should age. It was tasted three times, with varying results, so this score reflects an average.","Good Times, Bad Times Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard",100,90,California,Napa,Oakville,"World's End 2008 Good Times, Bad Times Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/worlds-end-2008-good-times-bad-times-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,World's End 14.3,White,US,"Fresh and beautifully defined, this textbook Viognier marries citrus fruit, peaches and honeysuckle to light tannins that suggest lemony tea. Persistent and balanced, with the alcohol at 14.3%, it is really a lovely sipping wine, just right for spring.",,21,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),William Church 2009 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-church-2009-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2009,William Church ,Red,US,"This is a quite different mix than previous versions of the Bishop's Blend Red, and in my experience the best ever. Seductive and smoky, it grabs you from the get-go with aromas of sweet fruit and toasty barrel. It's full in front, smooth in the middle and soft in the finish. Just a hint of herb and leaf in the tannins, which may play out well with a few years of cellaring.",Bishop's Blend,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),William Church 2008 Bishop's Blend Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-church-2008-bishops-blend-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,William Church 14.2,Red,US,"It's a shame this young wine was released well before it's anywhere near ready to be consumed. But it was, with the result that it's all fresh tannins, acidity and jammy raspberries, cherries and cola. Tastes simple and candied now, but if you give it a year or two, it should start to come around.",Hayley Vineyard,52,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Bruliam 2009 Hayley Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruliam-2009-hayley-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bruliam 13.5,White,US,"Bone dry and high in acidity, an austere and elegant Chardonnay that offers complex interest to those who can recognize it. Shows a mineral and steel profile, with lemon and lime fruit. Let it warm up in the glass.",Albutom,48,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2007 Albutom Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2007-albutom-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2007,Thomas Fogarty 14.4,Red,US,"Lots of bright, savory raspberry, cherry, cola, vanilla, sandalwood and spice flavors in this drily delicious Pinot. It's so easy to enjoy glass after glass with a good steak or chop. Drink now for freshness.",,39,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2009,Testarossa 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Begins in chunky, jammy fashion but soon it finds a classier groove. The berry aromas are big and inviting, while the palate is smooth, cushioned and deep, with standard but attractive berry and black plum flavors. Long on the finish, with the sum exceeding each part.",,20,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tempus Alba 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tempus-alba-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Tempus Alba 14.2,Red,US,"Inky dark, full-bodied, dry and, in a word, huge. That's this Pinot, which shows typical Santa Lucia power. Densely concentrated in raspberry, cherry and blackberry fruit, it's strong in tannins, but they're velvety soft. An interesting wine, not particularly Pinot-esque, but delicious and possibly ageworthy.",Estate,38,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,McIntyre Vineyards 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcintyre-2008-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,McIntyre Vineyards 13,White,France,"Big and round, a wine that has lost its early fruit flavors and has begun to develop a full toast and almond character. It has weight and richness, giving a full experience. It is not for long-term aging.",Vaudésir Grand Cru,70,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2006 Vaudésir Grand Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2006-vaudesir-grand-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2006,Pascal Bouchard ,Red,US,"A beautiful nose shoots up seductive aromas of herb and berry, lightly touched with barnyard in the most inviting way. A young wine, from young vines, it expresses itself more in the aromas than in the finish. But the balance is elegant and refined, the flavors full and earthy, the style reminiscent of other European-influenced Washington Syrahs such as Gramercy.",Les Gosses Vineyard,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Obelisco Estate 2008 Les Gosses Vineyard Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obelisco-estate-2008-gosses-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2008,Obelisco Estate 14.5,White,France,"Now at its peak, this impressive wine is showing ripe white fruits touched with almonds, a soft texture and a rich, creamy feel. The Clos du Papillon, so called because the vineyard is shaped like a butterfly (papillon) is a star performer in Savennières.",Clos du Papillon,40,90,Loire Valley,Savennières,,Domaine du Closel 2005 Clos du Papillon (Savennières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-closel-2005-clos-papillon-chenin-blanc-savennieres/,Chenin Blanc,2005,Domaine du Closel 14.4,Red,US,"This softly rich, smooth red wine is a blend of unidentified varieties. It's intricately layered in blackberries, bacon, tobacco, mocha, sandalwood and spice flavors, wrapped into firm and gentle tannins. Drink now, with rich fare.",Paramount,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Gamble Family Vineyards 2006 Paramount Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamble-family-2006-paramount-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Gamble Family Vineyards ,Red,US,"A fine single-vineyard Syrah, aromatic with seductive scents of berry and earth, accented with toast and set up in the mouth with firm tannins. It's an elegant take on Syrah, very pretty, juicy and tart. More bottle time is a good idea before drinking, or decant it for several hours to smooth it out further.",Coyote Canyon Vineyard Reserve,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Columbia Crest 2008 Coyote Canyon Vineyard Reserve Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2008-coyote-canyon-vineyard-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2008,Columbia Crest 14.7,Red,US,"Quite a nice Pinot Noir and in fact the winery's best in a number of years. It's marked by exquisite raspberry, cola, red licorice and sandalwood flavors. The most notable thing, however, is the acidity, which is rather strong.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,35,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2008 Mitsuko's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2008-mitsukos-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Clos Pegase 12,Sparkling,France,"Produced close to Chablis and not far from Champagne itself, this pure Chardonnay Blanc de Blancs has a fine steely, mineral character, enhanced by white fruits and knife-sharp acidity. Worth aging for a year.",Chardonnay Brut,24,90,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Bailly-Lapierre NV Chardonnay Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailly-lapierre-nv-chardonnay-brut-cremant-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,,Bailly-Lapierre 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Opens with heavy, gaseous aromas but once it settles down it shows much better. The palate is warm and chunky, with full berry flavors that come with a bit of earthy funk. Finishes lush and smooth, and while it's a fine Malbec, I found that it comes up short on expression.",Reserva,45,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alpamanta 2007 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpamanta-2007-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Alpamanta 14.2,Red,US,"Great price for a dry, crisply elegant Pinot Noir of this sophistication. It's made in a lighter style, with a silky mouthfeel and interesting, complex cherry pulp and cherry skin, cola and pomegranate flavors.",,20,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bernardus 2008 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bernardus 14.2,White,US,"This canary yellow Sémillon is always estate grown and 100% varietal. An imposing 14.2% alcohol, this exudes a complex bouquet of beeswax, lemon curd and honey. Rich and thick, yet dry and persistent, it brings together suggestions of grain, citrus and tropical fruits.",,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Beresan 2008 Sémillon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2008-semillon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sémillon,2008,Beresan 13.5,White,US,"Kudos to Koehler for keeping this wine dry and acidic, which is what Sauvignon Blanc is supposed to be. But it's not a lean wine at all. It has rich, savory flavors of lemons, limes, pineapples and kiwi fruits, with mouthwatering white pepper spices.",,16,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Koehler 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koehler-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Koehler 13.5,White,US,"A new category of Chardonnay introduced this year by Kendall-Jackson, and likely to eventually compete with its best-selling Vintner's Reserve. The wine is slightly sweet in pineapple, orange and vanilla honey flavors, with the crisp acidity that comes from coastal grape sourcing. The wine has better structure and is somewhat more minerally and elegant than the Vinter's Reserve.",Avant,14,90,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2009 Avant Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2009-avant-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Kendall-Jackson 13.5,Red,US,"A fine, complex Merlot, appealing for its array of cherry, smoked meat, balsam, soy and pepper flavors. Shows lots of class and finesse for the price. Easy to find, with production of more than 50,000 cases.",Vintner's Reserve,18,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kendall-Jackson 2008 Vintner's Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2008-vintners-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2008,Kendall-Jackson 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Deep, compact and rich on the nose, with a big dose of ripe berry aromas. The palate is healthy and blends a beefy, muscular body with balancing acids and firm but ripe tannins. Tastes pretty and sweet, like blackberry or plum pie. Chewy and chocolaty on the finish; overall it's a winner.",Serie A,15,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2009 Serie A Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2009-serie-a-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2009,Zuccardi ,Red,US,"A fine selection of vineyards (Dineen, Red Willow, and Stillwater Creek) blends into a smooth, licorice-laden Syrah with plenty of pepper and spice. The fruit is tart and clean, the acids appropriate, the tannins polished, and the finish long and interesting, with seams of vanilla, licorice, tobacco and coffee.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),William Church 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-church-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,William Church 13.5,White,France,"This Corbiéres blanc is 50% Marsanne and 50% Roussanne, and it is a stunner. Aromas of toasty red apple, soft bouquet garni and a hint of sweet spice draw you in immediately. The medium- weight mouth is fruity and spicy all at once, with accents of butter and peach pit developing on the close. Drink now through 2013.",Cuvée Prestige,29,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Château Ollieux Romanis 2008 Cuvée Prestige White (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ollieux-romanis-2008-cuvee-prestige-white-corbieres/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Château Ollieux Romanis 15,Red,US,"Made from two old-vine vineyards, this Zin is soft, high in alcohol, sweet in glycerine and fabulously rich in berry, chocolate, currant, licorice and dusty spice flavors. There's nothing quite like it in the world. Drink it now with lusty barbecue or, for something different, Szechuan beef.",Two Patch,38,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Bella 2008 Two Patch Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-2008-two-patch-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Bella 14.4,Red,US,"Shows the intense concentration of mountain-grown grapes and the acidity of a cool- climate vineyard. The combination yields this robust young Cabernet Sauvignon. With potent blackberry and mineral flavors, it could develop for up to six years in the cellar.",Reserve,45,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Martin Ray 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Martin Ray 14.2,Red,US,"Good price for a Cabernet Sauvignon this complex and rewarding. Grown in the cool Yountville area, the wine brims with fresh acidity, brisk tannins and ripe, pure flavors of blackberries and black cherries. It has a degree of elegance and finesse that make it especially recommendable.",,27,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Markham 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Argento has found its calling with this wine, by far the best to date from this label. It's deep and pure, with raisin, blackberry, spice and vanilla on the nose. Super solid and lush, with layered flavors of jammy berry, coffee and chocolate. Holds all its form on the finish; excellent vino for the dollar.",Reserva,16,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argento 2009 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argento-2009-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Argento 14.4,Red,US,"A nicely done microscopic-production Syrah out of Livermore Valley's Madden Ranch, the source for many a Syrah, not always so deliciously rendered. Winemaker Greg Jenkins (wife and partner is Olympian Peggy Fleming) works with a variety of grape sources from his historic Novitiate Winery in Los Gatos, using John Madden's hillside vineyard fruit in this case to make an intense wine full of cassis, vanilla, anise and chocolate.",Madden Ranch,40,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Fleming Jenkins 2008 Madden Ranch Syrah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleming-jenkins-2008-madden-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Syrah,2008,Fleming Jenkins 12.5,White,France,"Mont de Milieu is a popular Chablis Premier Cru, deliciously soft and ripe, only lightly mineral. It does have a fine streak of acidity that propels it along to a zingy green plum finish.",Mont de Milieu Premier Cru,34,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2008 Mont de Milieu Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2008-mont-milieu-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,La Chablisienne 13,White,France,"With a wine from every cru in Chablis, La Chablisienne is able to bring out the character of each. This cool Côte de Léchet is typical in its tight, mineral character, revealing its edgy nature. It's a wine with some aging potential, so give it 2–3 years and more.",Côte de Léchet Premier Cru,31,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2008 Côte de Léchet Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2008-cote-lechet-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,La Chablisienne 14.7,Red,US,"Tastes a bit candied and direct now in raspberry, cherry, vanilla and spice flavors, although it's dry, with fine, balancing acidity. Good, and rich and succulent, but needs time. Should develop bottle complexity over the next 4–6 years.",Clos Pepe Vineyard,50,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ken Brown 2007 Clos Pepe Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-brown-2007-clos-pepe-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Ken Brown 13,Red,France,"Big, solid, tough wine, packed with dark toast-laden tannins. The fruit has weight as well, plum skin and black cherry juice with balanced acidity. This is a powerful wine that needs aging for 6–7 years.",Les Fremiers Premier Cru,55,90,Burgundy,Volnay,,Maison Jessiaume 2008 Les Fremiers Premier Cru (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jessiaume-2008-fremiers-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maison Jessiaume 13.9,Red,US,"Firmed up with a little Zinfandel, Malbec, Petite Sirah, Carignane and Grenache, this full-bodied red wine is delicious and complex. Bone dry, its bright acidity and freshly crushed pepper flavors highlight ripe cherry, raspberry, teriyaki beef and toast flavors. Should age well for the midterm.",Dakine,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2007 Dakine Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2007-dakine-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2007,Longboard 15.2,Red,US,"A good, dry Zinfandel marked by flavors of freshly crushed black pepper sprinkled over ripe crushed blackberry liqueur. The all-important tannins give the richness a firm structure. The wine is a little hot in alcohol, but barbecue and richly sauced beef and chicken dishes will stand up well.",Dante Dusi Vineyard,30,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Stephen Ross 2007 Dante Dusi Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2007-dante-dusi-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2007,Stephen Ross 13,Red,Italy,"Also known locally as Blauburgunder, this cool-climate Pinot Nero opens with crisp and pure aromas of small forest berry, white cherry and blue flowers. The aromas are gorgeous and the mouthfeel is polished and bright.",Luziafeld Exclusiv,29,90,,Alto Adige,,St. Pauls 2007 Luziafeld Exclusiv Pinot Nero (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-pauls-2007-luziafeld-exclusiv-pinot-noir-nero-alto-adige/,Pinot Nero,2007,St. Pauls 12.9,White,US,"With 12.9% alcohol, this Riesling is absolutely dry and fascinatingly complex. High acidity frames citrus fruit, green apple and mineral flavors. Should develop in interesting ways over the next six years.",,27,90,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Smith-Madrone 2009 Riesling (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-madrone-2009-riesling-napa-spring-mountain/,Riesling,2009,Smith-Madrone 13.5,Red,Australia,"Despite being 51% Sangiovese, this wine comes across as more Shiraz in style, marked by dark, plummy notes, black olive, tar and coffee. It's medium-bodied, with soft, creamy tannins and a reasonably long finish. Maybe the Sangiovese just brightens things a little. Good value.",Sangiovese - Shiraz,16,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Coriole 2008 Sangiovese - Shiraz Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coriole-2008-sangiovese-shiraz-red-mclaren-vale/,Red Blend,2008,Coriole ,Red,US,". This excellent wine, which is made from the five classic Bordeaux varieties, shows the briary, tannic quality of Dry Creek Valley red wines. It's a lusty, complex sipper with quite a lot of character and personality, and should provide good drinking over the next six years or so.",,25,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Dry Creek Vineyard 14,White,Argentina,"A really good and clean white wine with all the tropicality and zest that this Argentine variety can give. The nose is crystalline and pure, with white flower scents of jasmine and citrus blossom, while the palate is round, melony and full of lychee and papaya. Smooth on the finish. Drink soon.",,12,90,Other,La Rioja,,Don Manuel Villafañe 2010 Torrontés (La Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-manuel-villafane-2010-torrontes-rioja/,Torrontés,2010,Don Manuel Villafañe ,Red,US,"This is a powerful, gutsy Cabernet, currently lacking finesse. It's young, dry and brash, with sticky tannins and unmelded flavors and textures. The blackberry, cherry and oak flavors are sweet and delicious. Seems best now and soon, although it could be a sleeper.",Sycamore Vineyard,70,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Freemark Abbey 2006 Sycamore Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2006-sycamore-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Freemark Abbey ,Red,US,"The blend is 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, and 25% Cabernet Franc, and the aromas carry the metal and stone undertones of the vineyard. :Nota Bene's style, which favors rather soft flavors, fits this vineyard well, as the softening makes the wine accessible without losing specificity. Bright red fruits, iron and stone, tight and dense tannins, and interesting streaks of cedar and spice make this a wine to contemplate.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,:Nota Bene 2007 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2007-ciel-cheval-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,:Nota Bene 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Quvée 21 proves to be a tonic and bright sparkling wine (made with Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Nero grapes) with sophisticated aromas of toasted almond, stone fruit, white chocolate and a touch of cinnamon spice.",Brut Quvée 21,37,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Quadra 2006 Brut Quvée 21 (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quadra-2006-brut-quvee-21-sparkling-franciacorta/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Quadra 14.2,White,US,"There are masses of pineapple, apricot, orange and green apple fruit in this Chardonnay, accented with strong Carneros acidity. Quite a good wine, but once you get past the flavors, it falls off in interest. Could be a rare Chardonnay sleeper. Try giving it 2–3 years in the cellar.",Hyde Vineyard,55,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Patz & Hall 2008 Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2008-hyde-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Patz & Hall ,Red,US,"A fine rendition of this wine that honors the founding father of the Washington wine industry. Elegant and polished, it blends classic Bordeaux varieties into a complete and satisfying wine with mixed black fruits, coffee grounds, loam, pencil shavings and fresh-cut tobacco. Drinking well already, it will age gracefully for up to a decade.",Walter Clore Private Reserve,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2007 Walter Clore Private Reserve Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2007-walter-clore-private-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Columbia Crest 14.5,Red,US,"A big, vital, dramatic wine, one of the finest Cab Francs of the vintage. Dazzles with blackberry, black cherry, mocha and spice flavors, wrapped into thick but finely ground tannins, and enriched with smoky oak. Beautiful now and for the next 4–5 years.",,75,90,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,La Jota Vineyard 2007 Cabernet Franc (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jota-vineyard-2007-cabernet-franc-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Franc,2007,La Jota Vineyard 13.7,White,US,"Made without oak, one of the rare Carneros Chards that hasn't seen wood, this wine also never underwent malolactic fermentation. That means what you get is pure Carneros fruit and acidity. And how clean the green apple, peach and pineapple flavors are. A true delight, at a good price.",Cassidy Ranch,15,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Kopriva 2009 Cassidy Ranch Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopriva-2009-cassidy-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Kopriva 14.3,Red,US,"Shows good, deep, classic blackberry and cassis flavors, richly oaked, as well as some hard tannins. Fundamentally closed and aloof now, hiding its riches beneath an impenetrable coating of astringency. Give it 6–8 years in a cool cellar.",Highland Estates Trace Ridge,75,90,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Kendall-Jackson 2008 Highland Estates Trace Ridge Red (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2008-highland-estates-trace-ridge-red-sonoma-knights-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Kendall-Jackson 14.8,Red,US,"A firmly structured, dry Cabernet whose thick mountain tannins frame classic Cabernet flavors of blackberries and cassis, elaborated with smoky new oak. Not showing its best now, but needs time. Try beyond 2014.",Highland Estates Napa Mountain,70,90,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Kendall-Jackson 2007 Highland Estates Napa Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2007-highland-estates-napa-mountain-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kendall-Jackson 13.9,Red,US,"A dusty, plummy, dark berry pie Petite Sirah from old vines grown in the Santa Clara Valley by the Guglielmo family, who have been based here since 1925. With lots of bittersweet chocolate, white pepper and well-integrated oak, this Petite is subtle, its alcohol relatively low and its tannins quite refined, a Petite for French palates.",Private Reserve Estate Grown,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara Valley,Guglielmo 2007 Private Reserve Estate Grown Petite Sirah (Santa Clara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guglielmo-2007-private-reserve-estate-grown-petite-sirah-central-coast-santa-clara-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Guglielmo 14,Red,Italy,"The first vintage of Clos Roareti was introduced in 2004 and cemented this producer's reputation for excellent Merlot. This vintage shows intense aromas of cherry, blackberry, spice and cinnamon backed by a velvety, smooth texture.",Clos Roareti,,90,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Guerrieri Rizzardi 2007 Clos Roareti Merlot (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guerrieri-rizzardi-2007-clos-roareti-merlot-rosso-veronese/,Merlot,2007,Guerrieri Rizzardi 14.5,White,US,"Made in a dry, tart, minerally style, this is the kind of Chardonnay you can call Chablisian. It has an intricate structure of citrus and apricot fruit, and the oak application is modest but tasteful, providing hints of buttered toast. Understated but elegant, it's a fine, bracing Chardonnay to drink now.",,28,90,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Darms Lane 2009 Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darms-lane-2009-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2009,Darms Lane 15.8,White,US,"Richness and opulence characterize this white Rhône blend of Roussanne and Marsanne, which is easily Cass's best ever. It's delicous in vanilla cream-accented Mandarin orange and honey flavors, with a tang of minerality. The alcohol is high, yet the wine maintains exquisite balance and poise.",The Rockin' One,32,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cass 2009 The Rockin' One White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cass-2009-the-rockin-one-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Cass ,Red,US,"There is very little Carmenère in Washington, and Beresan's limited and sought-after varietal offering is restricted to tasting room and mailing list customers only. Balanced and tight, the crisp red fruits are annotated with hints of gun metal, toast and cinnamon. Just a touch of pepper and leaf, along with streaks of licorice and vanilla in the finish.",,29,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Beresan 2008 Carmenère (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beresan-2008-carmenere-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Carmenère,2008,Beresan 14.8,Red,US,"A good, rich red wine, dry, soft and fruity. Shows ripe cherry, red licorice and bacon flavors, with a coating of sweet oak. Pretty and polished, a Merlot to drink now.",,47,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bennett Lane 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-lane-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Bennett Lane 13,White,France,"A complex, wood-aged wine, full in the mouth, balancing well between toast and sweet melon and apple flavors, spiked with grapefruit acidity. It would be worth aging for 2–3 years.",Elevé en Fûts de Chêne,40,90,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly 2008 Elevé en Fûts de Chêne (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chalet-pouilly-2008-eleve-en-futs-chene-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly 14.5,White,US,"Delicious, offering an orchard of oranges and peaches, made even richer with honeysuckle, buttered toast and vanilla notes. Fine acidity makes the flavors bright and clean. The blend is 75% Viognier and 25% Marsanne.",,28,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2008 Viognier-Marsanne (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2008-rhone-style-white-blend-viognier-marsanne-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier-Marsanne,2008,Calcareous 14.3,Red,US,"Seems rushed to market. The wine is still rough, and tannic and acidic, with fresh raspberry and cherry fruit flavors overlaid with sweet oak. Quite good and distinguished, but if you buy it, stash it in the cellar until sometime in 2012 or even 2013.",Split Rock Vineyard,52,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bruliam 2009 Split Rock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruliam-2009-split-rock-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bruliam 13.5,Red,Italy,"La Grola is an opulent and luscious blended wine from Verona and this particular expression offers extra aromas of cured beef, leather and earth over a generous base of black fruit and spice. It shows soft, fine tannins that would pair with smoked ham.",La Grola,28,90,Veneto,Veronese,,Allegrini 2006 La Grola Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2006-grola-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2006,Allegrini ,Red,Argentina,"From the La Consulta subzone of Mendoza, Altamira is a high-acid Malbec with floral, exotic aromas as well as vivid berry-fruit scents. The palate shows plenty of acidity, and thus the blackberry and blueberry flavors are tangy and borderline tart. Will age well but will never be a lush Malbec. Drink now through 2016.",Finca Altamira,120,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Achaval-Ferrer 2008 Finca Altamira Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaval-ferrer-2008-finca-altamira-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Achaval-Ferrer 14,Red,Italy,"Egidio is an oak-aged Barbera d'Alba that opens with compelling aromas of chocolate, black cherry, plum and blackberry. The wine is smooth and soft in the mouth with integrated acidity that is fresh without being sharp.",Egidio,15,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Luca Bosio 2007 Egidio (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosio-2007-egidio-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Luca Bosio 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a good Cabernet for drinking now and over the next five years. It shows classically ripe, smooth Napa tannins that frame exuberant flavors of blackberries, black cherries and cassis. Give it a good long decant before serving.",,38,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Burgess ,Red,US,"A wine of considerable power and impact. Feels explosive and weighty in the mouth, with massive cherry, berry and currant flavors that finish hard and astringent. Shows its finesse in the quality of tannins and overall balance. An impressive Merlot that should develop some bottle characteristics over the next 4–5 years.",Estate,40,90,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,White Cottage Ranch 2008 Estate Merlot (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-cottage-ranch-2008-estate-merlot-napa-howell-mountain/,Merlot,2008,White Cottage Ranch 13.5,Red,France,"This dark red blend of 40% Syrah, 30% Grenache and 30% Mourvèdre is all muscle and hard to refuse. Intense black cherry, boysenberry, game, violet and licorice all contribute to this big, tightly structured wine. The long finish is like a journey all on its own, evolving from jammy fruit to peppery spice and finally waxy dark chocolate. Drink now–2014.",Château l'Hospitalet La Reserve - La Clape,20,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Gérard Bertrand 2008 Château l'Hospitalet La Reserve - La Clape Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2008-chateau-lhospitalet-reserve-clape-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Gérard Bertrand ,White,US,"A white Bordeaux blend, handsome and richly accented with scents of toast and honey, the lemon drop fruit flavors are framed with lively acids. Quite delicious, beautifully balanced and despite its youth drinking quite well.",Optu,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2009 Optu White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2009-optu-white-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Fidelitas ,Red,US,"Youthful and tart, this tangy and fruit-driven Merlot opens with berries, pie cherries, baking spices and hints of cocoa, smoothes out in the midpalate and thoroughly seduces by the time it gently fades. Delicious now, but give it another four or five years and it may dazzle.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Fidelitas ,Red,US,"A sturdy, substantial, Cabernet-dominated Bordeaux blend, the Yakima Valley fruit delivers dark cherry flavors wrapped in dark chocolate and whiffs of smoke and charcoal. Medium-bodied, smooth and polished, with medium-term aging potential.",Vintage Three,38,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Ramseyer 2007 Vintage Three Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramseyer-2007-vintage-three-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Ramseyer 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Made with Chardonnay grapes, this is a smooth and creamy Satèn sparkling wine that offers aromas of stone fruit, almond and baked bread. In the mouth, it delivers crispness, structure and persistency.",Brut Satèn,35,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi 2006 Brut Satèn (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-2006-brut-saten-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2006,Contadi Castaldi 13,White,France,"Full and rich, packed with green plum, pear and lime zest flavors, this is a generous wine, its broad fruit offering both freshness and richness. There is a great final balance between toast and fruit.",Vaillon Premier Cru,45,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 2008 Vaillon Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-christian-moreau-pere-fils-2008-vaillon-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 14.5,Red,US,"Rich and extracted in sweet cherry and blackberry tart filling, with sweet notes of caramelized oak. A lush, rewarding Merlot perfect for drinking now and over the next several years with its natural partner, a fine grilled steak.",,46,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Darioush 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darioush-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Darioush 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Big and brooding on the nose, with blackberry, violet, coffee and mineral aromas. The palate is smooth, rich and silky, with sweet, pure, jammy black fruit flavors and a pinch of chocolaty bitterness for balance. Finishes warm and minty, with an added dusting of cocoa. Big and bold more than complex or elegant.",Golden Reserve,24,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trivento 2008 Golden Reserve Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2008-golden-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2008,Trivento 14,Red,Spain,"Jammy and rich, and amid the folds there are aromas of roasted plum, cassis and mineral. The wine has good weight and structure, with sweet, tasty flavors of cassis and black cherry. Finishes sweet and maybe a tiny bit baked, but overall this is Ribera as it should be. Drink now.",Reserva,40,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valduero 2005 Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valduero-2005-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Valduero 12.5,White,US,"Here is a rarity among rarities—a Washington Pinot Gris from old vines dating back to the 1970s. Spicy and tart, with New World fruit flavors of melon and pear set in a wine with Old World craftsmanship and sensibilities it's just 12.5% alcohol, bone dry, fully ripened, laden with minerality. Vivid and long, it's a gem that would be a perfect start to any holiday feast.",Celilo Vineyard,18,90,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Ross Andrew 2009 Celilo Vineyard Pinot Gris (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-andrew-2009-celilo-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Pinot Gris,2009,Ross Andrew 12.5,White,France,"There is great purity here, the fresh green fruits bursting out of the glass with a mineral edge and a honeyed toast layer. The wine offers a fine view of a cool premier cru vineyard.",Vau de Vey Premier Cru,,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Romain Bouchard 2008 Vau de Vey Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/romain-bouchard-2008-vau-vey-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Romain Bouchard 12.5,White,Australia,"This wine bursts from the glass with smack-you-in-the-face Gewürz aromas of roses, ginger and lychee, and doesn't let up on the palate. It's full and a bit viscous without getting blowsy, with lingering spice notes on the finish. An exciting development from a virtually unknown viticultural area. Drink now.",,24,90,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Robert Oatley 2010 Gewürztraminer (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-oatley-2010-gewurztraminer-mudgee/,Gewürztraminer,2010,Robert Oatley ,White,US,"This is a bone dry, austere and acidic Chardonnay, whose flavors are marked by minerals and tart citrus fruits. But it has plenty of interesting complexity—a Chablis-style California Chardonnay that could develop bottle complexities over the next six years.",Portola Springs,48,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2007 Portola Springs Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2007-portola-springs-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2007,Thomas Fogarty 14.5,White,US,"With the creamy, yeasty notes of lees stirring and fine, smoky oak nuances, this soft, buttery Chardonnay is rich in lemon, lime and white peach flavors. It's an upscale sipper that will develop bottle nuances over the next six years.",Bear Point,55,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2009 Bear Point Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2009-bear-point-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Stonestreet 14.8,Red,US,"The 2008 Muleskinner is toned down, perhaps from the cooler vintage. Though still plenty ripe and full throttle (almost 15% alcohol), it brings in nuances of herb and earth that add some depth and interest; the fruit flavors run to pomegranate and tart red berry. The new oak is again pulled back (to 40%), and adds just a hint of toast and coffee to the finish.",Muleskinner,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2008 Muleskinner Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2008-muleskinner-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2008,Spring Valley Vineyard 13.5,Red,Spain,"Rusty in color and mature on the nose, with classic aromas of tobacco, cedar, spiced raisin and delicate red berries. At its peak, with mouthcoating, rendered tannins and a core of berry and spiced plum flavors. Fades on the finish; best to drink this soon.",Gran Reserva,33,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Vitoria 1998 Gran Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-vitoria-1998-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1998,Marqués de Vitoria 13,Red,France,"A very dense wine, packed with red fruits, showing ripe concentration. There is an underlying toast and spice character to balance the sweet fruit. The weight is there now, the richness will come later.",,29,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Manuel Olivier 2008 Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2008-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2008,Manuel Olivier 14.2,Red,US,"This little appellation in the Salinas Valley is on an upswing with Pinot Noir, as evidenced by this fine bottling. It's rich, as you'd expect from the perfect 2007 vintage, and well balanced, with the cherry, raspberry, cola and spice flavors bracketed by crisp acidity and smooth tannins. Probably not an ager, but a wine to watch.",Mission Ranch,36,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,McIntyre Vineyards 2007 Mission Ranch Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcintyre-2007-mission-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2007,McIntyre Vineyards 13.5,Red,Italy,"This bright Riserva Merlot offers chewy cherry flavors followed by elegant notes of spice, tar and cola. The mouthfeel is rich and velvety. Pair this ruby-colored wine with duck confit seasoned with ginger and orange.",Vigneto ai Palazzi Riserva,35,90,Veneto,Piave,,Masottina 2004 Vigneto ai Palazzi Riserva Merlot (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masottina-2004-vigneto-ai-palazzi-riserva-merlot-piave/,Merlot,2004,Masottina 14.1,White,US,"Wonderfully rich in citrus and tropical fruit flavors, with opulent oak notes of buttered toast and bright coastal acidity, this Chardonnay packs a lot of power. With a creamy texture, it defines California Chardonnay.",,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,Testarossa 13,White,France,"Full, rich and fat, this is classic, ripe yellow fruit-flavored Meursault with good acidity. A finely balanced, wood-aged wine with good concentration from the lees stirring during fermentation.",,29,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Manuel Olivier 2008 Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2008-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Manuel Olivier 13,White,France,"Round, smooth, this wine lives up to its charming name. Yellow fruits and sweet grapefruit go well together, the wood and acidity showing through the ripeness. Juicy, toasty, the wine has an attractive edge on the finish.",Charmes Premier Cru,65,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Maison Jessiaume 2008 Charmes Premier Cru (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-jessiaume-2008-charmes-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2008,Maison Jessiaume 13,White,France,"Soft, ripe quince and pear flavors are lifted by the presence of pink grapefruit. The wine has weight as well, the ripe Sauvignon blossoming in the glass. It's crisp, while also having a rounder profile.",,22,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Roger et Didier Raimbault 2009 Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-didier-raimbault-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Roger et Didier Raimbault ,Red,France,"Wild berries, forest floor, garrigue herbs and a touch of game fill the nose and mouth of this medium-weight wine. The texture is like satin and the tannins fine, with a strong cocoa-infused finish.",Les Pensées,30,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Le Mas de l'Ecriture 2004 Les Pensées Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-mas-lecriture-2004-pensees-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Le Mas de l'Ecriture ,Red,France,"The nose of this red offers assertive notes of bramble, forest berries and garrigue herbs, while the medium-weight mouth shows more fruit flavors of black cherry and plum. The finish is long and tasty with strong wood-driven spice. Drink now.",L'écriture,38,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Le Mas de l'Ecriture 2004 L'écriture Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-mas-lecriture-2004-lecriture-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2004,Le Mas de l'Ecriture 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Slightly dry and scratchy on the nose, and definitely fully oaked in the Toso style. But once it settles deeper, black fruit notes escape. The palate is snappy and juicy due to 2008's cool harvest conditions, and the flavors are a mix of plum, berry and woodiness. Long and oaky on the finish; drink now through 2013.",Alta Reserve Las Barrancas Vineyards,35,90,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Pascual Toso 2008 Alta Reserve Las Barrancas Vineyards Malbec (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2008-alta-reserve-las-barrancas-malbec-maipu/,Malbec,2008,Pascual Toso 12.5,White,France,"Full, ripe and rounded, this wine has the warmth of 2009, giving a Chablis with a richer texture than usual. It brings out the wood, spice and melon characters. It needs a year or two aging to get it at its best.",Les Vieilles Vignes Fourchaume Premier Cru,33,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2009 Les Vieilles Vignes Fourchaume Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2009-vieilles-vignes-fourchaume-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Pascal Bouchard 14.4,Red,US,"This might be a Syrah to stash in your cellar for up to a decade. Right now, it's jammy and sweet in berries, currants, licorice and teriyaki beef, and seems abrupt and rustic. But the tannins are fantastic, and the acidity is just fine. Give it a good five years.",Stagecoach Vineyard,52,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Olson Ogden 2008 Stagecoach Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olson-ogden-2008-stagecoach-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2008,Olson Ogden 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Very few Argentine wines feature quality Tempranillo blended with Malbec, but that's what B Crux does and it's a major reason why I like it so much. The 2006 vintage is deep, complete and smooth, with creamy, fresh berry and mild leather aromas in front of friendly, easygoing raspberry and blackberry flavors. The oak is prominent but doesn't overwhelm. Drinking nicely right now.",B Crux,21,90,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2006 B Crux Red (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2006-b-crux-red-uco-valley/,Red Blend,2006,O. Fournier 13.9,Red,US,"Rich berry-cherry, cola and raspberry fruit flavors mark this young wine. It's dry and stylishly elegant, and shows a certain aloof complexity. Almost rustic in scoury acidity and tannins, but it could develop bottle finesse in another 2–3 years.",,25,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Crema 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,La Crema ,Red,US,"A very classy effort, with the barrel influence pulled back and the fruit ripened to a nice blend of berry and raisin. Tannins are firm and slightly scrapey; and the structure overall brings the fruit, tannin, acids and oak into good balance. The finish lingers with threads of smoke and coffee.",,29,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),William Church 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-church-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,William Church 14.8,Red,US,"A good, classy Cabernet that should develop some bottle complexity in the cellar. It's dry and elegant in Napa tannins, with intensely concentrated blackberry and cassis flavors. Too strong to drink now, unless you don't care about subtlety. Try giving it 4–6 years.",Reserve,50,90,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Martin Ray 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Martin Ray 13,Red,France,"There is a good amount of the square, chunky Nuits Saint-Georges feel to this wine. Manuel Olivier is based in the town, so should know his stuff, and has blended a solid, firm wine, with a dark edge of tannins, balanced by acid freshness.",,39,90,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Manuel Olivier 2008 Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2008-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2008,Manuel Olivier 13,Red,France,"Rich and smooth, packed with strawberry and black berry flavors. It has weight as well, coming from a fine layer of wood, spice and solid tannins. There is great acidity, balancing well with the firm structure. For medium-term aging.",,29,90,Burgundy,Morey-Saint-Denis,,Manuel Olivier 2008 Morey-Saint-Denis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2008-pinot-noir-morey-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,2008,Manuel Olivier ,Sparkling,France,"An impressive, full and ripe wine, with dryness and fruitiness balanced with more complex mineral and tang. Delicious and finely made.",Brut,27,90,Loire Valley,Crémant de Loire,,Langlois-Chateau NV Brut Sparkling (Crémant de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langlois-chateau-nv-brut-sparkling-cremant-de-loire-129067/,Sparkling Blend,,Langlois-Chateau 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a delicately pink sparkling rosé that offers clean aromas of cut rose, cranberry, peach, honey and roasted almond. It shows nice brightness and crispness on the close that would pair with shrimp cocktail with creamy sauce or crab cakes.",Brut Rosé Radijan,34,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ronco Calino NV Brut Rosé Radijan (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-calino-nv-brut-rose-radijan-pinot-noir-nero-franciacorta/,Pinot Nero,,Ronco Calino 13,White,France,"White Rully is one of the unsung values of Burgundy. This soft, attractive ripe wine is a pleasure to drink. It has a buttery, toast character along with crisp acidity, delicious apricot fruit and a mouthwatering aftertaste.",,20,88,Burgundy,Rully,,Joseph Drouhin 2007 Rully,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2007-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2007,Joseph Drouhin ,Red,US,"A sharp, acidic, tight, precisely-defined Syrah with cranberry and sour cherry fruit. This wine has the potential for years of aging; even after being open for many hours, the sharp acids and primary fruit flavors remained, along with inviting suggestions of soy and composted earth. If you are not going to cellar it, decanting is mandatory.",Levitation,40,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sleight of Hand 2008 Levitation Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sleight-hand-2008-levitation-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Sleight of Hand 14.8,Red,US,"This blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah had no problem achieving ripeness. It explodes in blackberry, cherry, chocolate, licorice, teriaki beef, black pepper and sandalwood flavors that go on and on. The structure is a little too soft and weak to support all this weight, though. Drink now.",Tesoro,47,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Muscardini 2008 Tesoro Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2008-tesoro-red-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Muscardini 13,Red,Italy,"Paladin's 2T (a blend of Merlot and Refosco) offers bright tones of wild berry and white cherry backed by bitter acidity and polished tannins. It's an informal, clean wine that pair with spicy spaghetti all'amatriciana (with smoked bacon and tomato).",2T,,87,Veneto,Lison-Pramaggiore,,Paladin 2005 2T Red (Lison-Pramaggiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paladin-2005-2t-red-lison-pramaggiore/,Red Blend,2005,Paladin 14.8,Red,US,"Tastes as sweet as a dessert pastry, with sugary blackberry, cherry and raspberry flavors framed by pie-crust smokiness. The tannins are gorgeous. As fine as it is, the wine could and should be drier and firmer, especially at this price.",Brix Vineyard,82,87,California,Napa,Oakville,Kelleher 2005 Brix Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kelleher-2005-brix-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Kelleher 14.5,Red,US,"Rich, ripe and extracted, with a wealth of blackberry, cherry and cola fruit flavors. Missing some depth and subtlety, but it sure is a polished and delicious sipper. Drink now.",Caravan,39,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Darioush 2008 Caravan Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darioush-2008-caravan-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Darioush 15,Red,Italy,"From the Greeks words Theo for “Godly” and Broma for “beverage” comes this hearty blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and traditional grapes from the Verona area. The wine is high in alcohol and you feel it: Leather, spice and tobacco are followed by cherry liqueur.",Theo Broma,,87,Veneto,Veronese,,Antolini 2006 Theo Broma Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antolini-2006-theo-broma-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2006,Antolini 13,White,Italy,"If you're on the lookout for a clean, crisp and tasty white wine to pair with vegetarian dishes, appetizers or seafood, this luminous Soave is for you. In fact, you really can't go wrong here. It's fresh and easy with a playful touch of honey almond on the close.",,13,87,Veneto,Soave,,Allegrini 2009 Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2009-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2009,Allegrini 14.5,Red,Spain,"Slightly cooked-smelling on first take, with hints of stem and rubber. It improves over time, showing earthy berry fruits and leather. The palate is pretty good and lively, with earthy, herbal flavors of berry, tea and spice. A little stewy and herbal, but still a good Ribera wine.",Crianza,30,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Recoletas 2005 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recoletas-2005-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Recoletas ,Red,Chile,"Huge in color and body, with thickness and long legs. The nose has a minty green core that's surrounded by cassis, while the palate is extracted, round and tastes of bouncy young red fruits and boysenberry. Grippy and a little high in acid given the wine's full body and extract level.",Amplus,24,87,Cachapoal Valley,,,Santa Ema 2008 Amplus Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2008-amplus-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Santa Ema 13.5,Red,Italy,"From the region of Lombardy, this oak-aged Barbera (the wine sees 10 months of barrique) offers bright notes of blueberry, cherry and spice. Becco Giallo means “yellow bird's beak” in Italian.",Becco Giallo,19,87,Lombardy,Oltrepò Pavese,,San Giorgio di Perdomini 2005 Becco Giallo Barbera (Oltrepò Pavese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-giorgio-perdomini-2005-becco-giallo-barbera-oltrepo-pavese/,Barbera,2005,San Giorgio di Perdomini 13.5,White,Argentina,"Light, clean aromas of melon and vanilla are pleasant and don't overpower. The palate is lucid and medium in weight, with green melon and ripe apple flavors. Lime and green apple carry the finish. Works well; drink immediately.",Reserva,15,87,Other,La Rioja,,Tamarí 2010 Reserva Torrontés (La Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamari-2010-reserva-torrontes-rioja/,Torrontés,2010,Tamarí 13,White,Argentina,"Nice, clean and friendly, which is about 99% of the game for this variety. Aromas of flowers, lychee and vanilla bean are welcoming, while the palate is fresh and standard, with lemon-lime and citrusy flavors. A refreshing white to drink as soon as possible.",Artist's Collection,10,87,Other,Cafayate,,Salvatore Principe 2010 Artist's Collection Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvatore-principe-2010-artists-collection-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2010,Salvatore Principe 14,Red,US,"A dusty, well-integrated Merlot from one of Wente's estate properties, with plum, licorice and vanilla most prominent on the palate and a touch of Italian spice, given the little bit of Barbera and Sangiovese (also Petit Verdot) mixed in.",Crane Ridge,20,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2007 Crane Ridge Merlot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2007-crane-ridge-merlot-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Merlot,2007,Wente 13,Red,Italy,"Cola, root beer and balsam notes of eucalyptus and dried mint open the nose of this ruby blend of Corvina (90%) and Oseleta grapes. The wine is made in the appassimento style, in which fruit is air-dried for extra intensity and density. This expression also adds tones of natural rubber and humus.",Arele,19,87,Veneto,Veronese,,Tommasi 2008 Arele Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2008-arele-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2008,Tommasi 15.5,Red,US,"Plenty of ripe, jammy blackberry, black currant, dark chocolate and smoky oak flavors on this dry, full-bodied wine. High alcohol shows up in the form of chile pepper heat, and the mouthfeel is a little flabby. Seems unbalanced. Try cellaring, but no guarantees. Tasted twice.",Black Label,100,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Turnbull 2007 Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2007-black-label-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Turnbull 13.5,White,Argentina,"A touch chunky and oily on the nose, but for the most part it smacks of tropical fruit and correct varietal aromas. The palate is plump but healthy, with mellow green melon and lemon-lime flavors. Standard but fine; drink now.",,11,86,Other,Famatina Valley,,La Puerta 2010 Torrontés (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puerta-2010-torrontes-famatina-valley/,Torrontés,2010,La Puerta 12.5,White,France,"Petit Chablis is such an unfortunate appellation name, hence La Chablisiennne's play on words with Pas si Petit (not so small). The wine is light, flavored with pear, and lemon streaked with acidity.",Pas si Petit,17,86,Burgundy,Petit Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2009 Pas si Petit (Petit Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2009-pas-si-petit-chardonnay-petit-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,La Chablisienne 14.5,White,US,"If you like those dry, acidic New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs, with their gooseberry aromas and flavors, this wine's for you. It shows enough lemon, lime and white flower ripeness to give it rich interest.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,White Oak 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,White Oak 14.5,White,US,"A dependable Chardonnay, ripe and opulent in pineapple, crème brûlée, vanilla cream, buttered toast and cinnamon spice flavors. Could and should be drier, as it exceeds the sweetness speed limit, but will satisfy fans of this ripe California style.",,24,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,White Oak 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,White Oak 15.2,Red,US,"Lots of good, rich cherry fruit in this Pinot, overlaid with oak. But there's something off. High alcohol gives it an awkward heat. It is very difficult to imagine this wine aging.",Hyde Vineyard,65,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Patz & Hall 2008 Hyde Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2008-hyde-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Patz & Hall 13.9,Red,US,"Here's a good, simple Pinot Noir with some extra qualities to recommend it. It's dryish and silky, with rich raspberry, cherry, vanilla and smoky oak flavors, brightened by fine acidity.",Reserve,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Angeline 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angeline-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Angeline ,White,US,"Ignore the blue bottle, and go for the wine, a full-bodied, fruity, spicy and well-balanced expression of off-dry Washington Riesling. There is a lot of peachy fruit playing against the mix of acids and residual sugar. Just a hint of band-aid in the finish, but extra airtime can fix that.",,10,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Hyatt 2009 Riesling (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Riesling,2009,Hyatt 13,Red,France,"Soft wine, with a smoky aroma and ripe red berry fruits. The tannins are gentle, rounded, lying easily over the fruit and the hint of acidity coming through the toasty, tobacco character.",,15,86,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Château Coudray Montpensier 2009 Chinon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coudray-montpensier-2009-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Château Coudray Montpensier ,White,France,"Soft, medium sweet wine with hints of honey, light apricot and acidity. This is a wine for chicken dishes or as an apéritif.",,14,86,Loire Valley,Coteaux d'Ancenis,,Domaine Guindon 2006 Malvoisie (Coteaux d'Ancenis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-guindon-2006-other-white-malvoisie-coteaux-dancenis/,Malvoisie,2006,Domaine Guindon 13,Red,France,"You want a fruity fresh red? This is it, a welter of light, bright red berry fruits, intense acidity and light tannins. Not for aging, probably for drinking lightly chilled.",Equilibrium,16,86,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Domaine des Pierrettes 2009 Equilibrium Red (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pierrettes-2009-equilibrium-red-touraine/,Red Blend,2009,Domaine des Pierrettes 13.5,Red,France,"Opening aromas of black raspberry, cherry and carnation transition to darker fruit flavors of cassis and cigar spice on the palate. Approachable tannins and medium weight make this an easy-drinking selection that's perfect for entertaining.",Reserve,13,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Astruc 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-astruc-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Domaines Astruc 7.5,White,Australia,"Sweet and fruity, with a slight prickle of carbon dioxide and bright flavors of pineapple and tangerine. Fresh and clean, but drink up.",Moscato,7,86,Victoria,Victoria,,Deakin Estate 2009 Moscato Muscat of Alexandria (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deakin-estate-2009-moscato-muscat-alexandria-victoria/,Muscat of Alexandria,2009,Deakin Estate 12.5,White,US,"A good buy for a white wine that's dry, clean and crisply acidic. The flavors are fine, of lemons, limes and tart Mandarin oranges.",,6,86,California,California Other,California,Backhouse 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backhouse-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Backhouse 13,Sparkling,Italy,"This Chardonnay-based Brut sparkler opens with a bright golden yellow color and oxidized aromas of butterscotch, caramel and mature melon or peach. There is a sophisticated side here with loads of fragrant intensity, but in all, this is a big, full sparkling wine that would be hard to pair with delicate foods.",Sospiri Brut Millesimato,40,86,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Cà del Vént 2004 Sospiri Brut Millesimato (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-vent-2004-sospiri-brut-millesimato-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,2004,Cà del Vént 13.5,Red,Spain,"Nice violet and minerally aromas mix with sweet berry scents, and right then you know you have a competent, correct Garnacha on your hands. It's a bit acidic and bouncy, but the flavors of berry and plum are firm, tasty and fade well on the finish. A fresh and zesty wine for near-term drinking.",ia,11,86,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Bodegas Virgen del Águila 2009 ia Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-virgen-aguila-2009-ia-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2009,Bodegas Virgen del Águila 13,White,Australia,"This appealing wine's melon and pear aromas and flavors might seem a little simple at first, but there's an appealing hint of white pepper chasing through it that adds dimension to the fruit. Broad on the palate, with soft acids. Drink now.",The Y Series,12,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2010 The Y Series Pinot Grigio (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2010-the-series-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-south/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Yalumba 14.5,Red,US,"Tough in tannins, hard in acids, and funky, this Cabernet is difficult to appreciate now despite obviously ripe blackberries and cassis. It resists the palate's attempts to break it down, and finishes with a firm astringency. Maybe it will age out. Try after 2014.",Crossfire Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper Vineyard,85,87,California,Napa,Oakville,World's End 2008 Crossfire Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/worlds-end-2008-crossfire-beckstoffer-missouri-hopper-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,World's End ,White,France,"A complex style, its acidity very well defined, full-bodied, tasting very mineral. The gooseberry fruit flavors meld into a final herbal character.",Les Hospices,,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Pierre Chainier 2010 Les Hospices (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-chainier-2010-hospices-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Pierre Chainier 15.4,Red,US,"Fruity extract marks this big flavored, jammy wine, brimming with raspberries and cherries. It shows a modern approach to grapegrowing and winemaking, designed to satisfy palates, but it could use some old-fashioned complexity. Might develop in the bottle over the next 3–5 years.",Chenoweth Ranch,55,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Patz & Hall 2008 Chenoweth Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2008-chenoweth-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Patz & Hall 12,Sparkling,France,"With its 20% of Aligoté (80% Chardonnay), the wine is particularly light and bubbly. Its acidity is intense, giving a grapefruit and lemon juice character. It tastes very dry, relying on ripe fruit for its final softness.",Parigot Blanc de Blancs Brut,23,87,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Parigot & Richard NV Parigot Blanc de Blancs Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parigot-richard-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,,Parigot & Richard 12.5,White,France,"A ripe wine, showing good concentration from old vines. Flavors are of black currant, red apples and tangy mandarin, the acidity intense and bright.",Vieilles Vignes,15,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne Aligoté,,Manuel Olivier 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Bourgogne Aligoté),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2008-vieilles-vignes-other-white-aligote-bourgogne-aligote/,Aligoté,2008,Manuel Olivier ,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend dominated by Merlot, this soft, round red shows a strong streak of vanilla tea around the black cherry fruit. The drying tannins seep into a lingering finish, which also features sweet baking spices and more of that same vanilla.",Abbinare,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2007 Abbinare Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2007-abbinare-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,:Nota Bene 12,White,France,"Dry wine, with bitter almond and final grapefruit flavors over a base of tight, smoky acidity. The wine is ripe, nutty in character. on the way to closing up for 2–3 years.",Sec,15,87,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine de Vaugondy 2009 Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vaugondy-2009-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Domaine de Vaugondy 14,Red,France,"Here's a mineral-driven red with strong notes of black cherry and plum throughout the nose and mouth and a touch of dark chocolate on the close. Medium weight with firm tannins and medium acidity; 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Syrah and 10% Petit Verdot.",Le Mas,13,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine de Nizas 2008 Le Mas Red (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nizas-2008-le-mas-red-vin-pays-doc/,Red Blend,2008,Domaine de Nizas 13.5,Red,France,"There's a strong herbal component to this wine, with assertive bay leaf and rosemary aromas among the standard dark fruit character. Medium weight in the mouth with structured tannins and a coffee-infused finish. Drink now.",,13,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Paul Mas 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-paul-mas-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Domaines Paul Mas 12.5,White,Australia,"This is an intriguing wine that the winery made “naturally,” with indigenous yeasts, no additions and no filtration. It's slightly musky and nutty at the same time, with a slightly creamy note to the pineapple-like fruit. It's medium-bodied, at 12.5% abv, round in the mouth, yet crisp and slightly chalky on the finish.",Moonstone,20,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Gemtree 2009 Moonstone Savagnin (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gemtree-2009-moonstone-other-white-savagnin-mclaren-vale/,Savagnin,2009,Gemtree ,Red,US,"Softened by the extra bottle age, this Cabernet Franc is already reaching maturity. The fruit flavors have melded into pastry fillings; there is a leathery scent and some pencil shavings also. Overall it's drinking optimally at the moment, but seems in danger of cracking up.",Sogno,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DiStefano 2006 Sogno Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/distefano-2006-sogno-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2006,DiStefano 13,White,Australia,"The Hermit Crab is a plump, medium-bodied blend of Viognier (72%) and Marsanne (28%). Although it retains some Viognier-like elements of melon fruit and fullness of texture, some of the variety's distinctiveness appears to have been blended away by the Marsanne, leaving a less expressive but still nicely balanced and more versatile white wine.",The Hermit Crab,16,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2009 The Hermit Crab Viognier-Marsanne (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2009-hermit-crab-rhone-style-white-blend-viognier-marsanne-mclaren-vale/,Viognier-Marsanne,2009,D'Arenberg ,Red,Argentina,"Bright, fresh and floral, with lively berry, briar and fresh mint aromas. The palate is high-toned and crisp, with elevated acidity adding snap to the boysenberry and blackberry flavors. Juicy and clean, but a little sharp and angular.",,30,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Achaval-Ferrer 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaval-ferrer-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Achaval-Ferrer 11,Sparkling,Italy,"Small percentages of other white grapes are added to this Brut Prosecco for extra depth and personality. The wine showcases aromas of stone fruit, white flower and loads of crushed mineral. It is lively and smooth with piquant bubbling on the close.",Vigneto Dirupo Brut,27,87,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Andreola 2009 Vigneto Dirupo Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreola-2009-vigneto-dirupo-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,Andreola 13,Red,Italy,"Slightly sweet and sharp notes of cherry, raspberry and blueberry open the nose of this fresh, clean Dolcetto d'Alba. Pair this wine with pizza topped with spicy sausage and cheese.",,13,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Luca Bosio 2009 Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosio-2009-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Luca Bosio 13,Red,Italy,"Bollini's bright, cool-climate Merlot opens with a rich, ruby color and fragrant aromas of cherry, blueberry and wild strawberry. The wine sees six months of light oak aging, adding moderate spice and tobacco. The price is right and the mouthfeel is tonic and tight.",,12,87,,Trentino,,Bollini 2008 Merlot (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollini-2008-merlot-trentino/,Merlot,2008,Bollini 13.5,Red,Spain,"Full, sweet, a touch reduced and granular on the nose, but exemplary of what affordable Garnacha from a good vintage should be like. The palate is stacked and deep, while the flavors are a mix of wild berry, rubber, toast and espresso. Turns a bit hot on the finish, but food will tame that. Drink now.",,10,87,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Lelia 2009 Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lelia-2009-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2009,Lelia 14,Red,Argentina,"Floral on the nose, with reduced, dark aromas that suggest campfire and/or shoe polish. The palate has firm tannins and lots of extract, while the flavors of blackberry are both ripe and floral. Finishes spicy and dark, with coffee, licorice and anise flavors. More spicy than pure and fruity.",,18,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ksana 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ksana-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Ksana 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A lot of olive and leather give this wine's nose a “green” personality that suggests lightly cured tobacco and fresh herbs. The palate is big and grabby, with herbal, roasted berry flavors along with coffee and spice notes. Layered but firm on the finish, with a lasting tannic bite. 75% Cabernet with 25% Malbec.",Reserve,23,87,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Zorzal 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zorzal-2009-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-tupungato/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2009,Zorzal 11.5,Dessert,France,"With baked apple aromas, this is a soft, sweet, creamy wine, remaining fresh, with hints of white fruits and honey, finishing with lively acidity.",Moelleux,19,87,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Château Moncontour 2009 Moelleux (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moncontour-2009-moelleux-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Château Moncontour 13,Red,Italy,"This well-priced red blend (with a large Cabernet component) shows dark density and sweet aromas of mature cherry, chocolate and spice. It shows soft, mellow tannins with a touch of smoked bacon on the close.",Barabane,16,87,Veneto,Piave,,Bonotto delle Tezze 2007 Barabane Red (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonotto-delle-tezze-2007-barabane-red-piave/,Red Blend,2007,Bonotto delle Tezze 14,Red,Italy,"This blend of Corvina, Rondinella and Corvinone—three native grapes of the Verona area—offers pungent aromas of sweet spice, jammy fruit and natural rubber. There's a thick, chewy quality to the wine with soft, polished tannins.",I Camponi,,87,Veneto,Veronese,,Bonazzi 2007 I Camponi Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonazzi-2007-i-camponi-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2007,Bonazzi 14,Red,Argentina,"Opens with blackberry aromas, earth and spice notes. There's a shock of core acidity to the palate that keeps the wine fresh and balanced. Flavors of black cherry and black currant are jammy and on the sweet side, and the finish has a cookie dough quality along with lasting sweetness.",Juan Benegas,14,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Benegas 2008 Juan Benegas Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benegas-2008-juan-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Benegas 14.3,White,US,"A vibrantly acidic, fresh young Chardonnay, clean and oaky, with sweet, candied flavors of tangerines, vanilla, minerals and buttered toast. Could be a little more complex and challenging. Let it breathe for a while.",,33,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bartz-Allen 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartz-allen-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Bartz-Allen 13.5,White,France,"The bright young thing in the Tracy range, this is an intensely herbal wine, its acidity fully integrated into a rich texture. It's packed with lemon, green plum and pink grapefruit flavors. Give it six months.",Mademoiselle de T,23,87,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Château de Tracy 2009 Mademoiselle de T (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tracy-2009-mademoiselle-t-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Château de Tracy ,Red,France,"Ripe, berry-flavored wine, with tobacco overtones, contrasting with stalky acidity. The wine finishes on the fruity side, with red berries and plums.",La Chapelle Vieilles Vignes,16,87,Loire Valley,Anjou,,Château de Fesles 2009 La Chapelle Vieilles Vignes Cabernet Franc (Anjou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fesles-2009-chapelle-vieilles-vignes-cabernet-franc-anjou/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Château de Fesles 13.8,White,US,"New oak provides rich vanilla and buttered toast flavors to this Chardonnay, which comes from Markham's vineyard in the Oak Knoll District. The wine is brisk in acidity, with citrus fruit and papaya flavors.",,19,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Markham 14.1,Red,US,"A pretty Pinot, dry, crisp and silky. It shows polished raspberry and cherry tart, cola and spicy pomegranate flavors, framed in sweet, toasty oak. Drink now.",,27,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Peter Cellars 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-cellars-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Peter Cellars 14,White,France,"This 75% Roussanne/25% Bourboulenc blend beautifully expresses its terroir by way of a nose full of garrigue herbs—predominantly fresh thyme and bay leaves—against a backdrop of red apple aromas. The palate is rich and full, with flavors of wood-grilled stone fruit, toasted walnuts and orange essence.",Réserve La Clape,38,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Mas du Soleilla 2008 Réserve La Clape White (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-soleilla-2008-reserve-clape-white-coteaux/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Mas du Soleilla 13.9,White,Argentina,"Lychee and lime are the lead aromas on this good Torrontés from Salta. The palate shows bright, piercing acids and a narrow, citrus profile; flavors of orange and grapefruit follow suit. Citrusy on the finish, with ample roundness.",Don David Reserve,16,87,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Michel Torino 2010 Don David Reserve Torrontés (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2010-don-david-reserve-torrontes-calchaqui-valley/,Torrontés,2010,Michel Torino 14.5,Red,US,"Rich, soft and creamy, with flamboyantly ripe raspberry and cherry pie filling, vanilla, roasted almond, honey and cinnamon spice flavors. Tastes like a granola fruit bar in wine form, with a pleasantly hot hit of alcohol. Drink now.",Unti Vineyard,38,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Olson Ogden 2008 Unti Vineyard Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olson-ogden-2008-unti-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2008,Olson Ogden 13,Sparkling,Georgia,"Made in the méthode Champenoise style from a blend of traditional Georgian grapes, this is a delicately effervescent sparkler with a delicious bouquet of brioche, white flowers and sugar cookies. Pleasantly dry with notes of fresh pears and pineapple, it's an elegant wine with vibrant acidity and a rich minerality throughout.",Reserve Brut,20,87,Georgia,,,Bagrationi 1882 2007 Reserve Brut Sparkling (Georgia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bagrationi-1882-2007-reserve-brut-sparkling/,Sparkling Blend,1882,Bagrationi 1882 13,Red,Italy,"Vigna del Mandorlo Dolcetto d'Alba opens with bright freshness and loads of cherry, blueberry, raspberry and toasted almond. The wine shows freshness that is balanced by smooth, velvety tannins.",Vigna del Mandorlo,19,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Azienda Agricola Cogno 2009 Vigna del Mandorlo (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azienda-agricola-cogno-2009-vigna-mandorlo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Azienda Agricola Cogno 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Hefty and fruity, with depth to the black fruit nose. The palate is a bit sticky and tannic, but it's ripe and driving, with wild raspberry, black plum, tea and spice flavors. Finishes a hint herbal, but on the plus side the wine isn't overextracted or too jammy and sweet.",,13,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Four Aces 2009 Shiraz (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-aces-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mendoza/,Shiraz,2009,Four Aces 14.6,White,US,"A pretty, polished Sauvignon Blanc for drinking as a cocktail sipper with all kinds of zesty appetizers. It's dryish and crisp in acidity, with rich flavors of pineapples, lemons, kiwi fruit, limes and vanilla.",Y3,17,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jax 2008 Y3 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jax-2008-y3-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Jax 5.5,Sparkling,Australia,"Hyperperfumed, with billowing floral notes, raspberries and citrus that provide immediate impact. The sweet, fruity flavors are adequately balanced by bubbly froth, making for an easy-to-drink quaff. The gentle pink color is even reminiscent of summertime sunsets. Drink now.",,14,87,Victoria,Victoria,,Innocent Bystander 2010 Moscato (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/innocent-bystander-2010-muscat-moscato-victoria/,Moscato,2010,Innocent Bystander 15,Red,Australia,"Fairly full-bodied and lush, with berry fruit flavors balanced by darker notes of chocolate and coffee. The tannins are soft, making this wine immediately accessible.",Black St. Peters,30,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Kangarilla Road 2008 Black St. Peters Zinfandel (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kangarilla-road-2008-black-st-peters-zinfandel-mclaren-vale/,Zinfandel,2008,Kangarilla Road 14.5,Red,Australia,"Rich, ripe and verging on raisiny, this is a dark, chunky red wine that would be best served alongside winter braises or stews. Potent blackberry-blueberry fruit is accented by hints of smoke and mocha. Should drink well for 4–5 years.",The Oddball,48,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Hugh Hamilton 2007 The Oddball Saperavi (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugh-hamilton-2007-oddball-other-red-saperavi-mclaren-vale/,Saperavi,2007,Hugh Hamilton 13,Red,Italy,"Corvino (a 100% expression of the native Corvina grape from the Verona area) shows light touches of spice and raw berry fruit that form an informal but inviting whole. The wine is compact, clean and fresh on the finish.",Corvino Vignenuove,20,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Luciana Cordioli 2008 Corvino Vignenuove Corvina (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luciana-cordioli-2008-corvino-vignenuove-italian-red-corvina-veneto/,Corvina,2008,Luciana Cordioli 14.5,Red,US,"This is a Syrah-Bordeaux blend, with a splash of Pinotage. It's a rugged, rustic, appealing wine with some complex berry, cherry, leather, dark chocolate and spice flavors, and finishes bone dry and tannic. Good pasta wine.",Point Break,21,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Longboard 2008 Point Break Red (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2008-point-break-red-north-coast/,Red Blend,2008,Longboard ,Red,US,"The Monarch line is a new venture for Latah Creek. The Zin, from the Coyote Canyon vineyard, offers tart berry fruit, lightly spiced, and a hint of fresh herb. Clean and modest in scope.",Monarch,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Latah Creek 2008 Monarch Zinfandel (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latah-creek-2008-monarch-zinfandel-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Zinfandel,2008,Latah Creek 15,Red,US,"Good price for a Zin that offers plenty of pleasure. Grown in Zin-friendly Dry Creek Valley, the wine is softly tannic in cherry, blueberry, blackberry, currant, dark chocolate and black pepper flavors.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lake Sonoma 2008 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Lake Sonoma 12.5,Red,France,"Smooth, velvet-textured wine. It tastes like munching into mouthwatering black cherries. The acidity is important but not overwhelming. Ready to drink now.",Rouge,22,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Roger et Didier Raimbault 2008 Rouge (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-didier-raimbault-2008-rouge-pinot-noir-sancerre/,Pinot Noir,2008,Roger et Didier Raimbault 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark on the nose, with licorice notes and mildly roasted black fruit aromas. Ripe, properly sized and balanced, with lightly candied blackberry flavors leading to a smooth finish with a hint of coffee. For the price and origin, it's right on.",Albaliza,9,87,Central Spain,Tierra de Castilla,,Tikalo 2009 Albaliza Tempranillo-Garnacha (Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tikalo-2009-albaliza-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2009,Tikalo 13,White,Australia,"From a producer better known for its red wines, this is a notable white—although there is a slight coppery tinge to the wine's hue. Melon and herbal notes are true to the variety, as is the broad mouthfeel and faint tactile dustiness on the finish. Drink now.",Mount Crawford Estate Grown Single Vineyard,14,87,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Thorn Clarke 2010 Mount Crawford Estate Grown Single Vineyard Pinot Grigio (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thorn-clarke-2010-mount-crawford-estate-grown-single-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-eden-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Thorn Clarke 14.1,White,US,"Tight and dry, with mineral-laden citrus fruit flavors enriched with oak and creamy lees. This is an elegantly constructed Chardonnay marked by crisp sleekness, and is showing its best now.",Estate,36,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 2007 Estate Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2007-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2007,Thomas Fogarty 13.5,Red,Italy,"Regolo is a pure expression of Corvina, a grape native to northern Italy, that opens with bright aromas of white cherry and cranberry, followed by a crisp mouthfeel and medium build. There's a subtle touch of sour berry on the close.",Regolo,21,87,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Sartori 2005 Regolo Corvina (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2005-regolo-italian-red-corvina-rosso-veronese/,Corvina,2005,Sartori 13.5,White,Italy,This creamy Soave Superiore opens with a playful note of vanilla and mature peach backed by drying mineral and white almond. Fresh acidity is enhanced by the wine's naturally rich density.,Cangrande,,87,Veneto,Soave Superiore,,Sandro de Bruno 2007 Cangrande (Soave Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandro-bruno-2007-cangrande-italian-white-garganega-soave-superiore/,Garganega,2007,Sandro de Bruno ,Red,US,"The aromas are firm and appealing, a good mix of black cherry and black currant, with a hint of garden soil. The mouthfeel is young and still taut, showing raspberry along with cherry fruit, and some stiff but well-managed tannins.",,16,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13.5,Red,France,"Here's a fruit forward and very drinkable red blend of 60% Syrah, 35% Mourvèdre and 5% Grenache. Jammy red berry preserves, boysenberry and blueberry all present themselves in the fleshy mouth, with a fruitcake spice lingering through the close.",,21,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Domaine de Nizas 2007 Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nizas-2007-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine de Nizas 14.5,Red,US,"From one of Livermore's oldest producers, a small-production Petite Sirah, one of their specialties, all from an estate vineyard planted 40 years ago, this wine is super dark purple in color, very earthy, with nice chocolate and delicate fruit interspersed among the dusty tannins. Pretty and interesting.",Nina's Cuvee,25,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2007 Nina's Cuvee Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2007-ninas-cuvee-petite-sirah-livermore-valley-129045/,Petite Sirah,2007,Concannon ,White,France,"Hard peach and tangerine citrus provide the fruity core of this wine, with accents of sweet wood and popcorn adding depth. Medium weight with prominent acidity and an orange spice-driven finish, this is a nice choice for bone-in pork chops or stuffed chicken.",dA,12,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Astruc 2009 dA Marsanne (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-astruc-2009-da-marsanne-vin-pays-doc/,Marsanne,2009,Domaines Astruc 12.5,White,Spain,"Smells waxy, as if it has slipped past its prime. The palate still sports a beam of bright acidity but there isn't much body or lees to accompany the richness, so the volume is low as a whole. Tastes good, but mostly like citrus and fresh fruit juice.",,19,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Fillaboa 2009 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fillaboa-2009-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Fillaboa 14,Red,Argentina,"Opens with spicy, almost smoky dark fruit aromas, which are followed by a healthy palate with freshness, good berry flavors and a touch of creamy oak that leans toward vanilla and lacticity. Good all around, with depth and a solid mouthfeel. Nice wine for the price.",La Florencia,11,87,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Familia Cassone 2009 La Florencia Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-cassone-2009-florencia-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2009,Familia Cassone ,Red,Spain,"Just makes it to that next level of quality via bright, jumpy, fresh aromas and flavors of raspberry and cherry. It's a simple varietal Grenache that's bright and easy to like if you're into zesty raspberry and berry flavors uplifted by spunky acidity. Best with a little chill on the temperature.",Silver Label,12,87,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Castillo de Monséran 2009 Silver Label Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monseran-2009-silver-label-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2009,Castillo de Monséran 14.4,Red,US,"A little short in the finish and acidic, with some green, minty flavors. But there's enough raspberry and cherry fruit to satisfy, and the wine shows the balance and elegance associated with any Testarossa Pinot Noir.",Henry's Blend,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Testarossa 2009 Henry's Blend Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-henrys-blend-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Testarossa 13,Red,Italy,"This wine shows firm tannins and rich opulence although the nose presents some chewy, or raw aromas behind its nose of ripe fruit and spice. That extra succulence and softness is probably due to the extreme heat of the 2003 vintage.",Santomè,35,87,Veneto,Piave,,Tenuta Santomè 2003 Santomè Raboso (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santome-2003-santome-italian-red-raboso-piave/,Raboso,2003,Tenuta Santomè 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Bold, aggressive and fiery on the nose, but also loaded with berry and cherry aromas that are spunky and inviting. The palate has a pulpy, grapey feel that is apropos for the wine's solid plum and berry flavors. Slightly herbal on the finish courtesy of the Cab in this 50/50 blend. Good stuff for everyday usage.",Yaquén,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ruca Malen 2009 Yaquén Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruca-malen-2009-yaquen-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Ruca Malen 14,Red,Argentina,"Quite bright, sweet and fruity, with a hint of cherry candy and blackberry on the bouquet and then a juicy, fresh palate with mild chocolate, raspberry and proper texture. For $11 this wine is more than competent; it's very good. 50,000 cases made.",Reserve,11,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trivento 2009 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2009-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Trivento 11.5,Dessert,US,"Quite good, but some vegetal flavors mar this dessert wine, which is very sweet, with 18% residual sugar. Such sweetness is usually enough to satisfy on its own, but despite the apricot, tangerine and vanilla flavors, a stubborn green streak lowers the score.",The Central Late Harvest,40,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tres Vinicultores 2008 The Central Late Harvest Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tres-vinicultores-2008-central-late-harvest-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Tres Vinicultores 14,Red,Argentina,"Opens in hard fashion, with horseradish and additional bitter aromas eventually yielding to boysenberry and blackberry. The palate is chewy and comes with firm tannins, and the flavors are a standard but nice mix of black fruits and mocha. Short and sturdy on the finish.",Premium,19,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Soluna 2009 Premium Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soluna-2009-premium-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Soluna 13.8,White,US,"Plenty of flavor in this unoaked Chardonnay, which the winery says comes from an Oakville vineyard. It's packed with pineapples and lemondrop candy, with fine acidity and a touch of mineral.",,12,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,SKN 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skn-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,SKN 13,White,Italy,"Here's a fruit-forward Sauvignon with bold aromas of ripe cherry, blackberry and moderate spice. Pair this wine with oven-cooked pasta or pizza with broccoli and sausage.",,16,87,Veneto,Veneto Orientale,,Moletto 2008 Sauvignon (Veneto Orientale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2008-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-orientale/,Sauvignon,2008,Moletto 10,White,Australia,"At only 10% alcohol, this Vermentino actually comes across a bit Riesling-like, with green apple and citrus flavors and a lingering, crisp finish. Drink now.",Jester,20,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Mitolo 2010 Jester Vermentino (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitolo-2010-jester-italian-white-vermentino-mclaren-vale/,Vermentino,2010,Mitolo 14.5,Red,US,"A solid Pinot for drinking now, this polished young wine shows the bright acidity, dryness and pure fruit associated with the Edna Valley. Lovely cherry pie flavors, with the smoky sweet crust, and marvelous pie spices.",,32,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2008 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Stephen Ross 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Rounded and attractively soft, the wine has mouthwatering raspberry and almond flavors. It feels warm, even rich, with its layers of acidity enveloped by ripe fruits. A sparkling wine for food.",Rosé Brut,17,87,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Manuel Olivier NV Rosé Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-nv-rose-brut-pinot-noir-cremant-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,,Manuel Olivier 14.5,Red,US,"Earns points for sheer size, a powerhouse of concentrated, intense blackberry and cassis flavors, liberally coated with oak. The tannins are big, thick and hard, and at this point, the wine is not showing much drinkability. Ageability might be compromised by some superripe, raisiny fruit notes. Tasted twice.",,50,87,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Manookian 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manookian-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Manookian 13.5,White,Australia,"Yes, it is possible to find real Viognier character for $10 per bottle (conceivably $6 by the glass). Featuring ample fruit balanced by crisp acids, this is very drinkable stuff. This wine's modest pear and apricot aromas lack some of the flamboyance of top examples, but this is still a very good effort.",,10,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 2009 Viognier (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-2009-viognier-south/,Viognier,2009,Oxford Landing ,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, the Miscela starts strong with a complex bouquet of black fruits, toast, smoke, coffee grounds and pencil shavings. The alcohol, listed at 15.4%, does not intrude, yet somehow it seems to mute the complexity. As a result, the finish turns astringent, drying, with a layer of ash drifting over the fruit.",Miscela,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2007 Miscela Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2007-miscela-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,:Nota Bene 14,Red,Italy,"Laura is a plush and velvety Barbera d'Alba with bright berry and cherry tones followed by crisp, bright acidity. Pair this wine with gnocchi and creamy gorgonzola sauce.",Laura,,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Principiano Ferdinando 2009 Laura (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principiano-ferdinando-2009-laura-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2009,Principiano Ferdinando 13.7,Red,US,"Tastes a little simple and candied, but it's so delicious, you can hardly stop sipping. Rich and ripe in cherry and raspberry Lifesaver fruit and pie filling, with plenty of sweet vanilla and spice. Drink now.",Rim Rock Vineyard,55,87,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Presqu'ile 2009 Rim Rock Vineyard Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/presquile-2009-rim-rock-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Presqu'ile 14,Red,Australia,"A lively, medium-bodied dry red for casual meals, this is a good example of Australian Sangiovese. Red berry fruit is backed by crisp acids and firmish tannins, making this a good candidate to pair with burgers or pizza. It's 85% Sangiovese, with the balance Merlot and Shiraz.",The Mongrel Sangiovese Blend,18,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Hugh Hamilton 2009 The Mongrel Sangiovese Blend Sangiovese (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugh-hamilton-2009-mongrel-sangiovese-blend-mclaren-vale/,Sangiovese,2009,Hugh Hamilton 14.6,Red,US,"Give this Bordeaux blend a good, long decant before you pour. It's tight and young in tannins and acids, and the blackberry, cherry and currant flavors have a jammy edge. It's a well-made wine despite the rugged mouthfeel. Based on Merlot, its future is entirely unpredictable.",Reserve,55,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Highway 12 2006 Reserve Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highway-12-2006-reserve-red-sonoma-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Highway 12 14.5,Red,Australia,"Mourvèdre—often called Mataro in Australia—isn't often seen on its own, but this is a solid example. Toast, mint and vanilla notes mark the nose, while dark, plummy fruit comes through on the palate. The tannins are surprisingly soft for the variety, but the wine finishes with crisp acids.",The Twentyeight Road,35,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2007 The Twentyeight Road Mourvèdre (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2007-twentyeight-road-mourvedre-mclaren-vale/,Mourvèdre,2007,D'Arenberg 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Warm and a touch sweet smelling, with dried spices, brown sugar and roasted plum on the nose. The palate is chunky, a touch viscous and slightly woody, but it also brings full plum and berry flavors along with peppery spice. Finishes with solid cherry at the core and then more spice and pepper.",Reserve,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cruz Alta 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Minty, chocolaty and oaky on the first, second and third takes. The palate is full and rich, with toasty, resiny flavors supporting big berry fruit notes and chocolate. Finishes dry and with another wave of toasty wood character. Overly woody but also ripe and healthy.",,13,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Four Aces 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/four-aces-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Four Aces 14,Red,Italy,"This pretty vineyard-designate Barbera d'Alba delivers a fresh bouquet of floral, fruit and spice aromas. The wine is tonic and firm with a bright, crisp close.",Brunet,26,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Fontanabianca 2007 Brunet (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanabianca-2007-brunet-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Fontanabianca 12.5,White,France,"Smoothly toasty wine, the wood element broadening the light apple fruit without overwhelming it. This attractive, basic Chablis has a fine, taut layer of acidity, grapefruit and apple juice crispness.",,26,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 2008 Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-christian-moreau-pere-fils-2008-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Christian Moreau Père et Fils 13.5,Red,France,"Dark chocolate and rich plum sauce add complexity to this black fruit-driven Merlot. Blackberry preserves and soft plum guts fill the mouth, with a touch of green pepper appearing on the finish. Medium weight with a creamy texture and a medium-length finish. Drink now.",Reserve,13,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Astruc 2009 Reserve Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-astruc-2009-reserve-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2009,Domaines Astruc 13,White,France,"Alive and dainty with soft orange blossom notes paired with fresh red apple slices and a touch of nuttiness. The mouth is more of the same, with a distinct peach pit flavor unfolding on the medium-length finish.",dA,12,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Astruc 2009 dA Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-astruc-2009-da-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaines Astruc 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple, straightforward Cabernet Sauvignon from northern Italy with an attractively low price tag and lively aromas of cherry, chocolate and spice. It shows rich, dense texture as well.",Icóna,12,87,Veneto,Piave,,Astoria 2007 Icóna Cabernet Sauvignon (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2007-icona-cabernet-sauvignon-piave/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Astoria 12.5,Red,Italy,"There's a lot of excitement surrounding the little-know Groppello grape that is a native of northern Italy. The variety delivers freshness and fruity intensity: This expression is extremely clean, polished and food-friendly.",Castelline,23,87,,Garda Classico,,Costaripa 2008 Castelline (Garda Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costaripa-2008-castelline-italian-red-groppello-garda-classico/,Groppello,2008,Costaripa ,Red,US,"Tannic astringency marks this Cabernet, even though it's more than seven years old. It feels hard and unrelieved in the mouth, although there's enough blackberry, cherry and cassis flavor to satisfy. The question is whether or not continued aging will eventually bring this tough, aggressive wine around. Try after 2013.",Grande Riserva,45,87,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Ardente 2003 Grande Riserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ardente-2003-grande-riserva-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Ardente 15.1,Red,US,"Shows the dark color, full-bodied mouthfeel and big tannins of a good Petite Sirah, as well as massive blackberry, currant, mushu plum sauce and pepper steak flavors. Would score higher except for the acidity, which is high and noticeable, making the wine too tart.",,42,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Aratás 2008 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aratas-2008-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Aratás 12,Sparkling,France,"A delightful, light, strawberry wine. It has a bright, bubbly character and acidity that gives extra life to this classic apéritif wine. There is just a hint of softness from the fruit to finish.",Rosé Brut,24,87,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Bailly-Lapierre NV Rosé Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bailly-lapierre-nv-rose-brut-cremant-de-bourgogne-123997/,Sparkling Blend,,Bailly-Lapierre 13.5,Red,Italy,"Thanks to long oak aging, this hearty blend is packed tight with aromas of chocolate, ripe cherry, leather and tobacco. It's rich and thick in the mouth with a touch of bitter fruit on the bright close.",Croder Rosso,20,87,Veneto,Colli di Conegliano,,Astoria 2005 Croder Rosso Red (Colli di Conegliano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2005-croder-rosso-red-colli-conegliano/,Red Blend,2005,Astoria 12.5,White,US,"This is an appealing Chardonnay. It's a little sweet in apricot jam, peach, green apple, honey and buttered toast flavors, but the sweetness is balanced with crisp, citrusy acidity and a nice cut of minerality.",Dijon Clone Block,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Grove Street 2009 Dijon Clone Block Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-street-2009-dijon-clone-block-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Grove Street ,Red,US,"The Elerding Six Prong vineyard is the fruit source, yielding a lean, smoky Mourvèdre with 10% Syrah in the blend. Clean and spicy, with tart fruit flavors of strawberry and pomegranate. The tannins are drying and leave an impression of chalk.",,34,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Hollywood Hill 2008 Mourvèdre (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollywood-hill-2008-mourvedre-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Mourvèdre,2008,Hollywood Hill 14.2,Red,US,"Here's a smooth, easy- drinking Syrah that shows plenty of class. The blackberry, beef teriyaki, black pepper and leather flavors are brightened with acidity, while a touch of new oak adds some nice smokiness.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Peter Cellars 2006 Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-cellars-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,2006,Peter Cellars 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a toasty, rich blend of various grapes including Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Nero and Refosco that shows well evolved aromas of spice, dusty mineral, candied fruit, plum and prune. It shows firm, smooth texture and would pair with meatloaf or roast beef.",El Zuiter,22,87,,Delle Venezie,,Montelvini 2002 El Zuiter Red (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montelvini-2002-el-zuiter-red-delle-venezie/,Red Blend,2002,Montelvini 14.4,Red,US,"A little tough and gritty around the edges, a rustic wine rich in extracted cherry and blackberry jam flavors. Plenty of strong tannins and zippy acidity too. Feels unresolved, and the question is whether cellaring will result in improvement. Try after 2012.",Sonoma Stage Vineyard,49,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Peters Family 2007 Sonoma Stage Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peters-family-2007-sonoma-stage-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Peters Family 13,Red,Italy,Nuarè is a bright and cheerful Pinot Noir with fruit sourced from northern Italy that shows pretty nuances of forest berry and blue flower. The mouthfeel is lean and compact but the low price is one of this wine's biggest selling points.,Nuarè,13,87,,Delle Venezie,,Natale Verga 2008 Nuarè Pinot Noir (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natale-verga-2008-nuare-pinot-noir-delle-venezie/,Pinot Noir,2008,Natale Verga 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a lusty, fruity Zinfandel for washing down spare ribs and similar meats slathered in sweet, spicy tomato sauce. It's rich and ripe in berry fruit, pie spice and smoky oak flavors.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Redbone 2008 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redbone-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Redbone 13,Red,France,"Jessiaume is based in Santenay and the wine shows the attraction of this village at the southern end of the Côte de Beaune. It reveals soft fruit, warmed by a jammy layer of red berries and ripe acidity.",,28,87,Burgundy,Santenay,,Domaine Jessiaume 2008 Santenay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2008-pinot-noir-santenay/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Jessiaume ,White,US,"Light and pleasant, with aromas mixing baked pears, citrus and honeycomb, this is really a lovely wine for the price. The fruit flavors follow consistently, pears and apples with a hint of citrus, clean and refreshing, with juicy acidity.",Two Vines,8,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Columbia Crest 2008 Two Vines Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2008-two-vines-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Columbia Crest 12.5,Red,Italy,"This oak-aged blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Marzemino opens with sweet aromas of ripe fruit and Christmas spice backed by leather, pipe tobacco and honey-glazed almond. The wine shows crisp freshness and citrus accents on the close.",,20,87,Veneto,Marca Trevigiana,,Collalbrigo 2005 Red (Marca Trevigiana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collalbrigo-2005-red-marca-trevigiana/,Red Blend,2005,Collalbrigo ,Red,France,"With bright acidity, this is a ripe wine, showing a fresh, stalky character balanced by firm tannins.",Cuvée Tradition,,87,Loire Valley,Saumur-Champigny,,Clos des Cordeliers 2009 Cuvée Tradition (Saumur-Champigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-cordeliers-2009-cuvee-tradition-cabernet-franc-saumur-champigny/,Cabernet Franc,2009,Clos des Cordeliers 12.5,White,France,"From a single vineyard just behind the line of Grand Cru vineyards, this is superior Chablis, wood aging bringing an attractive toasty character. It has green plum fruits to give balancing freshness. Ready to drink.",Le Grand Bois,,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,Romain Bouchard 2008 Le Grand Bois (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/romain-bouchard-2008-le-grand-bois-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Romain Bouchard 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Bold Malbec with aromas of berry liqueur, cassis and black cherry. The palate is fresh in feel, with some edginess and snappy acids. Tastes full of berry fruit, creamy oak and vanilla, while the finish is round, lengthy and big. A little oaky and forced, but nice as Malbec goes.",Reserva,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2009 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2009-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Santa Julia 13.5,Red,US,"Young and fresh in acids, with jammy raspberry, cherry and sandalwood flavors, this Pinot is for drinking now. It's modest in alcohol and thoroughly dry.",,24,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Stephen Ross 2009 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Stephen Ross 13.5,Red,Italy,"This pure expression of Corvina (one of the main grapes used in Amarone) opens with a pretty ruby color and bright aromas of forest berry, blueberry and white almond. It boasts an easy, fresh mouthfeel that would work with pork or smoked ham.",Regolo,21,87,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Sartori 2006 Regolo Corvina (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2006-regolo-italian-red-corvina-rosso-veronese/,Corvina,2006,Sartori 14.2,Red,US,"A little tough and gritty in acids and some uneven, green minty tannins, but there's a lot of cherry and raspberry flavor, and the finish is silky and long. Earns an extra point for the depth of fruit. Drink now.",Reserve,30,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Martin Ray 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Martin Ray 14.5,Red,US,"A problematic wine, especially considering the price. It's dark in color, quite tannic and bone dry, with powerful cherry and cola flavors, liberally accented with smoky oak. Has all the hallmarks of an ageable young Pinot Noir, but there's a stubbornly unripe streak of green peppercorn all the way through. Difficult and risky to predict where this wine is going.",Nine Barrel,90,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 2008 Nine Barrel Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2008-nine-barrel-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,La Crema 12.5,White,Croatia,"Bright and clean with freshly pressed apples and pears on the nose, this is an easy-quaffing, medium-bodied Croatian Malvasia to pair with seafood and other light fare. Luscious on the palate with a rich, toasted hazelnut note, it's balanced by a lemony acidity and a brisk minerality throughout.",Alba,20,87,Istria,,,Matošević 2008 Alba Malvasia Istriana (Istria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matosevic-2008-alba-other-white-malvasia-istriana-istria/,Malvasia Istriana,2008,Matošević 14.3,White,US,"A brisk, bright Chardonnay, made in the Testarossa style of ripe fruit and oakiness. What it lacks in subtlety it makes up for in the sheer power of tangerine, pineapple and tropical fruit flavors, elaborated with vanilla cream and caramelized oak.",Cuvee Katelyn,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Testarossa 2009 Cuvee Katelyn Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2009-cuvee-katelyn-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Testarossa 12.5,White,France,"Ripe wine, pushing its toast, pear and apricot flavors. Smooth, with an English walnut taste, and green herb acidity. Ready to drink now.",,14,87,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Louis Jadot 2009 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2009-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2009,Louis Jadot 12.8,Rose,Australia,"Coming in at just under 13% alcohol, this is a dry, Provence-styled rosé marked by crisp strawberry and citrus flavors. Ending on a refreshing, slightly chalky-mineral note, this would make a fun summer sipper.",Rosé of Sangiovese,16,87,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Robert Oatley 2010 Rosé of Sangiovese Rosé (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-oatley-2010-rose-sangiovese-mudgee/,Rosé,2010,Robert Oatley ,White,France,"There is a good touch of honey here, with attractive fruit flavors and layers of almonds, spice and a ripe finish.",Clos de Nouys Sec,,87,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Pierre Chainier 2010 Clos de Nouys Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-chainier-2010-clos-nouys-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Pierre Chainier ,Red,US,"Pepper and black fruits comprise this pure Petite Sirah from one of Washington's warmest AVAs. Underscored with herb and earth, it is a far cry from the jammy monsters of California, but nicely made in a light and elegant style.",Monarch,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Latah Creek 2008 Monarch Petite Sirah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latah-creek-2008-monarch-petite-sirah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Petite Sirah,2008,Latah Creek 13.5,White,Argentina,"For the price you can't go wrong with a wine like this. It's flowery and fruity, and beyond that it doesn't pretend to be more than it is. There's a natural creaminess to the feel and full melon and white fruit flavors. Proof that some Chardonnays do better without oak.",Unoaked,7,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,La Vuelta 2010 Unoaked Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vuelta-2010-unoaked-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,La Vuelta 12.5,White,France,"As crisp and clean as they come, this smooth and creamy Sauvignon bursts with just the right amount of herbaceous, green pea and grapefruit flavors. It is great to drink as an apéritif or with food.",Domaine Chatelain French Blonde,25,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Xavier Flouret 2009 Domaine Chatelain French Blonde (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xavier-flouret-2009-domaine-chatelain-french-blonde-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Xavier Flouret 15.5,Red,US,"This is one of those Dry Creek Zinfandels that's soft, sweet in raspberry and cherry, and high enough in alcohol that you can feel the heat as you swallow. In other words, an ideal barbecue wine if you don't have to drive afterward.",Carl's Vineyard,32,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2008 Carl's Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2008-carls-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Wilson 14,Red,Italy,This bright and polished Barbera d'Alba would make a perfect companion to tortellini with grated Parmigiano cheese and melted butter. The wine boast bright berry and cherry flavors backed by fresh acidity.,,19,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Fontanabianca 2007 Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanabianca-2007-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2007,Fontanabianca 14.3,Red,US,"With its vibrant, primary fruit flavors and gritty tannins, it tastes like a wine to age, except that it won't develop—it doesn't have the overall balance. So give it a good airing, and enjoy the array of blackberries, cherries, bacon and sweet oak now. Pretty good price for a wine this interesting and well-crafted.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Highway 12 2008 Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highway-12-2008-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,2008,Highway 12 14.6,Red,US,"A good, rugged Zinfandel, with wild berry, licorice and green peppercorn flavors. It's a hearty, very dry sipper to drink with all manner of barbecue and spicy meat stews. The grapes are mostly from Sonoma County.",,20,87,California,California Other,Sonoma County-San Joaquin County,Ghost Pines 2009 Zinfandel (Sonoma County-San Joaquin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-pines-2009-zinfandel-other-sonoma-county-san-joaquin-county/,Zinfandel,2009,Ghost Pines 13,White,Slovakia,"Delicious scents of honey, apples and petrol lead to a luscious, full-bodied palate full of smoke and honey with a gripping lime skin astringency on the finish. Rich in honey tones, yet quite dry, the palate is balanced with a bracing acidity.",,16,87,Muzla,,,Château Bela 2008 Riesling (Muzla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bela-2008-riesling-muzla/,Riesling,2008,Château Bela 13,White,France,"Ripe, soft wine, deliciously rounded with fresh white and green fruits combining into a creamy herbaceousness. There is a final tang to this concentrated, full wine. Screwcap.",Le Bois Martin,,87,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Domaine Joël Delaunay 2009 Le Bois Martin Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-joel-delaunay-2009-le-bois-martin-sauvignon-blanc-touraine/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Domaine Joël Delaunay 13,White,France,"A deliciously fruity wine, with flavors of pear, quince and sultanas in a full, ripe sauce. Rich, with good concentration, worth aging for 3–4 years.",Spring,26,87,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Domaine Vincent Carême 2007 Spring (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vincent-careme-2007-spring-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2007,Domaine Vincent Carême ,Red,US,"Quite firm and focused, with a dominating scent of cut tobacco. The black cherry fruit is set against juicy acids, and rolls into a finish with streaks of licorice and more of that cut tobacco flavor.",H3,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Columbia Crest 2008 H3 Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2008-h3-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Columbia Crest 13.9,Red,US,"It's unheard of for a winery to hold back a Sangiovese for more than four years before releasing it, but DeLorimier did. It's done the wine well, allowing it to soften and mellow. It's still quite acidic, and a little rustic as California Sangiovese tends to be, but there's a lot of deliciousness. Try as an interesting alternative to Pinot Noir.",,29,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 2006 Sangiovese (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2006-sangiovese-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sangiovese,2006,DeLorimier 13.5,Red,Australia,"Made in a soft, user-friendly style, the 2008 DB Family Selection Petite Sirah offers up a flavorful mouthful of plum and baking spices. It's medium-bodied, with a silkiness to the structure that belies the grape variety, yet that same softness makes it immediately appealing. Drink now.",DB Family Selection,9,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli 2008 DB Family Selection Petite Sirah (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2008-db-family-selection-petite-sirah-south-eastern/,Petite Sirah,2008,De Bortoli 14.7,Red,US,"Lots of exuberant fruit in this stylish blend of Petite Sirah, Zin, Cab Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. With its cherry candy and sweet oak flavors, it carefully treads the line between rustic and chic. Drink now. From Hunnicutt.",Fearless Red,38,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,CUTT 2008 Fearless Red Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cutt-2008-fearless-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,CUTT 14.4,Red,US,"A bit rugged in texture, with some jagged tannins, but the blackberry and cherry fruit is just fine, and the finish is dry and complex. Decant this young wine for a few hours to take the edge off.",,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Burgess 14,Red,Spain,"Spicy and jumpy on the nose, with pine and juniper notes coming alongside more normal berry and cherry scents. The palate has a severe snappy, citrusy, narrow feel and flavors of cherry, red plum and cherry tomato. Lightly herbal and oaky on the finish, with good length.",JME,25,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Muriel 2007 JME (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muriel-2007-jme-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Bodegas Muriel 12,Sparkling,France,"A light, softly sparkling wine, its apple flavors laced with citric acidity, There is a yeasty edge, some bitter almonds and a final zing. Not for aging.",Brut,,87,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Cave de Lugny NV Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-lugny-nv-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,,Cave de Lugny ,Red,Spain,"More traditional and Old World in style, with some light oak supporting aromas of rubber, smoked meats, leather and berry fruit. There's good life to the bouncy palate along with flavors of zesty plum and cherry. Snappy and crisp on the finish.",Old Vine,18,87,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Castillo de Monséran 2007 Old Vine Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-monseran-2007-old-vine-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2007,Castillo de Monséran 13.4,Red,US,"Here's a good, rugged Pinot Noir for drinking now. It's dry and fruity, offering up exuberant cherry and raspberry flavors. The all-important mouthfeel is silky, if a bit jagged in tannins.",,45,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Carmel Hills Winery 2009 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-hills-winery-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Carmel Hills Winery 14.5,Red,US,"A blended red from Sparkman, sharp and tannic, with good concentration. Tart, spicy and herbal, with hints of tomato and wild berry. It rolls into an astringent finish, with a dark chocolate note.",Kindred,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sparkman 2008 Kindred Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparkman-2008-kindred-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Sparkman 14,Red,Spain,"Cherry and raspberry aromas are a little scratchy, with accents of toast, leather and roasted meat. The palate, on the other hand, is more lean, driving and citric than in riper years; it's crisp and fresh, with red plum, pie cherry and toasty oak flavors. Clean, lean and ready to drink.",Crianza,18,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Sierra Cantabria 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Earthy, rich and dry to begin with, and also a tiny bit herbal. The palate is firm, slightly rough and tannic, but as a whole this is a very tasty wine with bold black cherry and blackberry flavors. Finishes quick and easy, and overall it's likable and further proof that Bonarda from Mendoza can complement Malbec.",,13,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Santa Maria 2009 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-santa-maria-2009-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2009,Viña Santa Maria 14.3,Red,Australia,"A nicely balanced rendition of Tempranillo, with dark, berry-scented fruit and a veneer of vanilla and toasty oak. Easy, with supple tannins that don't get in the way of present enjoyment.",,18,88,Victoria,King Valley,,Robert Oatley 2009 Tempranillo (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-oatley-2009-tempranillo-king-valley/,Tempranillo,2009,Robert Oatley 14.7,Red,US,"This fine wine shows how well the variety grows in Napa Valley. The tannins are lovely and refined, acidity is perfect, the finish is dry, the alcohol isn't too high, and the fruit flavors are ripe and accessible. That resolves most of the problems that plague Petite Sirah. Should develop bottle complexities over the next several years.",Pizzicato,28,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,R & B Cellars 2008 Pizzicato Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-b-cellars-2008-pizzicato-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,R & B Cellars 15.2,Red,US,"This Rhône blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre contains a splash of Petite Sirah. It's a classy wine, bone dry, tannic and full-bodied, and while it shows the rustic, briary nature of Dry Creek Valley, it's awesome in blackberries, cherries, raspberries and mocha, with a deliciously meaty edge of bacon. There's no reason why this wine shouldn't age in interesting ways over the next six years.",Elusive,28,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2008 Elusive Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2008-elusive-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Quivira ,Red,US,"Fresh, spicy and crisp, this deft Malbec shines with pretty raspberry fruit and sharp acidity. Focused and clean, it's a big step forward for this winery.",Proprietor's Limited Release,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mount Baker 2008 Proprietor's Limited Release Malbec (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-baker-2008-proprietors-limited-release-malbec-columbia-valley-yakima/,Malbec,2008,Mount Baker 14.2,Red,US,"An ambitious wine that explores new blending territory. Shows fine structure, with brisk acidity and smooth tannins framing ripe cherry fruit, bacon and sandalwood flavors. Lacks a certain finesse, but definitely a worthwhile venture by the winery, and a wine to watch.",Don Miguel Vineyard,45,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Estate 2008 Don Miguel Vineyard Syrah-Tempranillo (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-estate-2008-don-miguel-vineyard-red-blend-syrah-tempranillo-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah-Tempranillo,2008,Marimar Estate 13,White,France,"Fresh and bright, dominated by its citrus and almond flavors. It has a soft, creamy texture, with highlights of orange zest, green plums and a great burst of acidity.",,15,88,Burgundy,Mâcon-Lugny,,Louis Jadot 2008 Mâcon-Lugny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2008-chardonnay-macon-lugny/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Jadot 14.5,Red,France,"Of the many Mas du Soleilla offerings, this one is the lightest of the bunch with bright and lively notes of cherry Jell-O, sweet strawberry and a touch of fresh thyme. The tannins are light but there, with accents of waxy clove and weak coffee on the close. Drink now.",Les Chailles La Clape,29,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Mas du Soleilla 2008 Les Chailles La Clape Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-soleilla-2008-chailles-clape-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Mas du Soleilla 14,Red,Italy,"Made with air dried grapes, this fruity blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Corvina (a native grape of Veneto, northern Italy) opens with raw notes of cherry, blackberry and exotic spice. It's smooth and rich with a powerful blast of cherry on the close.",Le Soraie,20,88,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Pasqua 2006 Le Soraie Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasqua-2006-le-soraie-red-rosso-veronese/,Red Blend,2006,Pasqua ,Red,US,"Tart red currant and bright acidity pull the wine into focus; the depth of Red Mountain terroir is just beginning to express itself, but the promise is there for a very special site with outstanding potential.",,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Obelisco Estate 2008 Malbec (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/obelisco-estate-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Malbec,2008,Obelisco Estate 13.5,Red,Italy,"This succulent blend of Covina (94%) with tiny percentages of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot delivers bold intensity and rich aromas of black fruit such as cherry, plum and prune. It shows medium intensity in the mouth with a clean, fruit-driven fade.",Testal,22,88,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Nicolis 2005 Testal Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2005-testal-red-rosso-veronese/,Red Blend,2005,Nicolis ,Red,US,"Pure varietal, lightly spicy, tart and clean, this shows plenty of the grape's natural tendency toward a leafy, lightly barky flavor. The fruit is lean but true, wild berry with a little sourness, and the tannins are smooth and polished.",,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Fidelitas 2008 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fidelitas-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2008,Fidelitas ,White,US,"With buttered popcorn scents and flavors, underscored with pretty, toasty oak, this marries those flavors to a more restrained body, balanced with good acidity and showing fruit flavors of green apple and banana cream pie. Not a complex wine, but forward and flavorful.",Reserve,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2008-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Columbia Crest 14,Red,Italy,"Sengia Rossa is a blend of Corvina, Rondinella, Merlot and other varieties that shows plush, rich concentration and a soft, velvety feel. Aromas here include black cherry, cassis, leather, tobacco and a touch of licorice.",Sengia Rossa,20,88,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Aldegheri 2006 Sengia Rossa Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aldegheri-2006-sengia-rossa-red-rosso-veronese/,Red Blend,2006,Aldegheri 12,Sparkling,Italy,"Barone Pizzini's Brut Nature rests on the lees for two long years to shape a creamy, rich and toasted sparkling wine with pretty aromas of baked bread, stone fruit and roasted almond.",Brut Nature,38,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Barone Pizzini NV Brut Nature (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-pizzini-nv-brut-nature-chardonnay-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Barone Pizzini 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This Brut Prosecco opens with dry, almost dusty aromas of talc powder and crushed mineral followed by white flower and stone fruit. That dryness continues to the mouth and thanks to this unique quality, you could imagine a pairing with salty appetizers.",26esimo I Brut,32,88,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Andreola 2009 26esimo I Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreola-2009-26esimo-i-brut-italian-white-glera-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Glera,2009,Andreola 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a Cabernet Sauvignon from northern Italy that shows some budding tertiary aromas of polished stone and black licorice now six years after the harvest. You'll also get black fruit, tar and simple, polished tannins on the close.",Villa Novare Albion,50,88,Veneto,Veneto,,Bertani 2004 Villa Novare Albion Cabernet Sauvignon (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2004-villa-novare-albion-cabernet-sauvignon-veneto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Bertani 14.7,Red,Australia,"No doubt informed by winemaker Daryl Groom's California experience, this is a fine example of Australian Zinfandel, marrying briary berry fruit with subtle herbal notes and hints of vanilla, cinnamon and clove. The tannins are soft, yet the wine remains fresh on the finish. Drink now–2013.",Bush Block,26,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Groom 2008 Bush Block Zinfandel (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groom-2008-bush-block-zinfandel-barossa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Groom 12.5,White,France,"Dominated by cantaloupe melon and honey, this is an off-dry wine, deliciously fresh, with a strong streak of acidity. It is ripe, with pure fruit flavors and a very crisp finish.",Clos Cristal,24,88,Loire Valley,Anjou,,Hospices de Saumur 2009 Clos Cristal Chenin Blanc (Anjou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hospices-saumur-2009-clos-cristal-chenin-blanc-anjou/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Hospices de Saumur 14.3,Red,US,"Rich and forward in jammy black cherry, raspberry and spice flavors, this Zinfandel drinks well now. It's a tannic wine, as you'd expect off Howell Mountain, but those tannins are refined and sweet. Drink now with a nice steak.",,25,88,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Haraszthy 2008 Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haraszthy-2008-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2008,Haraszthy 15,Red,Italy,"The Rùbeo red blend from Verona opens with sweet and jammy aromas of raspberry, strawberry and blueberry jam. There's spice, smoke and cola in the background and the wine is soft and smooth on the close.",Rùbeo,55,88,Veneto,Veronese,,L'Arco 2003 Rùbeo Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larco-2003-rubeo-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2003,L'Arco 12.5,White,Australia,"Smooth, easy-drinking and lushly textured, this Verdelho features peach and grapefruit notes that stay refreshingly clean and crisp on the finish. It should work well as an apéritif or with many fish dishes.",Sea Mist Single Site,15,88,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Zonte's Footstep 2009 Sea Mist Single Site Verdelho (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zontes-footstep-2009-sea-mist-single-site-spanish-white-verdelho-langhorne-creek/,Verdelho,2009,Zonte's Footstep 14.5,White,Australia,"Even toward the lower end of the range, Yalumba's Viogniers retain the variety's hallmark overt floral and spice aromatics. This is less conentrated and intense than some of the winery's other bottlings, but it's still a fresh, nicely balanced wine that's a good introduction to Viognier. Drink now.",The Y Series,12,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2010 The Y Series Viognier (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2010-the-series-viognier-south/,Viognier,2010,Yalumba 13.5,Red,Spain,"Sweet, ripe, rich and a little baked on the bold bouquet, with a good mouthfeel, layered blackberry and plum fruit, and then a long, robust and clean finish. As value-priced Garnacha from Spain goes, this is on the dot.",Menguante,12,88,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Viñedos y Bodegas Pablo 2008 Menguante Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-bodegas-pablo-2008-menguante-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2008,Viñedos y Bodegas Pablo 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Opens with mildly baked aromas but there's enough fresh fruit, fine herbs and lavender to make it inviting. The palate is narrow and tight but clean and lively, with herbal berry flavors and plenty of power. Finishes long but lean, with cleansing acids. Will go well with an array of foods.",Dos Fincas,13,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Carlos Basso 2009 Dos Fincas Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2009-fincas-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2009,Carlos Basso 13,Red,Italy,"Corte Cariano is a Corvina-based wine that undergoes a brief drying, or appassimento, for extra concentration and intensity. As a result of this traditional winemaking technique, the wine is redolent of cassis, blackberry syrup and exotic spice.",Corte Cariano,25,88,Veneto,Veneto,,Brunelli 2008 Corte Cariano Corvina (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brunelli-2008-corte-cariano-italian-red-corvina-veneto/,Corvina,2008,Brunelli 14,Red,Italy,"Native Corvina and Croatina grapes are air-dried (the so-called passimento process) to create a distinctly concentrated and powerful red wine from the Verona area of northern Italy. The wine shows smooth, soft tannins and round fruit flavors.",Villa Borghetti Metodo Passimento,,88,Veneto,Veneto,,Pasqua 2007 Villa Borghetti Metodo Passimento Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasqua-2007-villa-borghetti-metodo-passimento-red-veneto/,Red Blend,2007,Pasqua ,White,Chile,"A lot of ripe apple, creamy butter and pear aromas make for a friendly opening, while the palate is plump and weighty, with toasty melon, citrus and buttered pear flavors. Tropical throughout, but with character and toasty spice on the finish. Ready to drink.",Alpha,24,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Montes 2008 Alpha Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2008-alpha-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Montes ,Red,US,"The wine is easy-drinking, smooth and tasty, really needing no further aging to show its stuff. Polished tannins, round sweet fruit, plenty of baking spices and a chocolaty finish—what's not to like?",Conner Lee Vineyard,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),:Nota Bene 2007 Conner Lee Vineyard Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nota-bene-2007-conner-lee-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,:Nota Bene 14.4,White,US,"A fine Sauvignon Blanc, dry and crisp in acidity, with a long, spicy finish. Feels minerally and clean in the mouth, yet rewards with rich lemongrass, pineapple, Asian pear and vanilla cream flavors.",Block 21,28,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kelleher 2009 Block 21 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kelleher-2009-block-21-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Kelleher ,Dessert,US,"Succulent, dense and syrupy, this dessert Riesling brings a lush midpalate of honey, blossom, tea, candied citrus, butterscotch and more. It's loaded with flavor, just a little high-toned, and falls on the soft side for Washington dessert wines. But delicious? You bet!",Winter Harvest,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Hyatt 2008 Winter Harvest Riesling (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-2008-winter-harvest-riesling-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Riesling,2008,Hyatt 13,Red,France,"A soft and deliciously jammy wine. It has immediately attractive ripe plum and berry fruits, layered with balancing acidity. The tannins sit well in the plump cushion of the wine. Not for aging.",,29,88,Burgundy,Aloxe-Corton,,Manuel Olivier 2008 Aloxe-Corton,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2008-pinot-noir-aloxe-corton/,Pinot Noir,2008,Manuel Olivier 13.5,White,France,"The piles of rocks taken from the vineyard and heaped around the edge are what give the bizarre name of this vineyard. To taste, the wine is soft, sweetly ripe with an attractive, ripe creamy character, lifted by toast.",Les Murgers des Dents de Chien Premier Cru,,88,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Maison Champy 2008 Les Murgers des Dents de Chien Premier Cru (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2008-murgers-dents-chien-premier-cru-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,2008,Maison Champy 13.2,White,Argentina,"Crisp and clean, with lemon-lime and lychee aromas that are typical and well presented. There's body to the wine but also streamlining acidity, resulting in a slick, smooth mouthfeel. Flavors of green melon, citrus and lychee are fresh and positive.",,12,88,Other,Famatina Valley,,Las Vides 2010 Torrontés (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-vides-2010-torrontes-famatina-valley/,Torrontés,2010,Las Vides 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A big step up from the prior year; the bouquet is spicy, dry, minerally and offers attractive dried flower aromas. The mouthfeel is pure, easygoing and slightly creamy, while the flavors suggest dried raspberry, plum and vanilla for sweetness. Toasty and dry on the finish; elegant for Argentinean PN.",Trumpeter,12,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2009 Trumpeter Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2009-trumpeter-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2009,Rutini 13,Red,Italy,Raboso Santomè shows firm tannins and dense structure with bright berry and cherry flavors. There are background aromas here of spice and smoke and the wine would definitely pair with red meet or aged cheese.,Santomè,35,88,Veneto,Piave,,Tenuta Santomè 2005 Santomè Raboso (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santome-2005-santome-italian-red-raboso-piave/,Raboso,2005,Tenuta Santomè 14.5,Red,US,"Young, dense, tannic and oaky, a tough wine that resists the palate. There's a core of blackberry and currant fruit, and things may resolve themselves over the years. Yet it doesn't seem to have the integrity of Stonestreet's other '07s.",Monolith,75,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 2007 Monolith Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-2007-monolith-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Stonestreet 14.7,White,US,"A difficult vintage for the winery, and not the most successful Robert Young Chardonnay. But it does show the elegance of the vineyard. Rich in acids and oak, its underlying flavors are of oranges and pineapples. Drink now, not too cold.",,40,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Robert Young 2008 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-young-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Robert Young 14.1,White,US,"Rich and creamy, showing tangerine, apricot, buttered toast, cinnamon spice and herb flavors. A solid wine for drinking with roast salmon, seared tuna or a salad of bitter greens with goat cheese and orange slices.",,30,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 2009 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Truchard 14.1,Red,US,"This is a sound, pleasant Pinot Noir, a little rugged and gritty in the mouth, but dry enough, with a silky texture. It has interesting cherry, cola, rhubarb and sandalwood flavors. Drink now–2013.",,35,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 2008 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-2008-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Truchard 14.5,Red,Australia,"After recently tasting a knockout bottle of the 2005, this was disappointing. Ample cinnamon and mocha notes accent slightly pruny flavors; the tannins are soft, while the acids provide a lemony edge to the finish.",The Pict,135,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Torbreck 2007 The Pict Mataro (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torbreck-2007-pict-mourvedre-mataro-barossa-valley/,Mataro,2007,Torbreck 14.4,Red,US,"Great price on a Merlot this good. Most others would charge $25 or more, but Goldschmidt has held the line. It appeals for the soft tannins and easy flavors of raspberries, cherries, cocoa and sweet, smoky oak. Drink now.",,15,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Chelsea Goldschmidt 2009 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chelsea-goldschmidt-2009-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,2009,Chelsea Goldschmidt 14.5,Red,US,"The vineyard is in the Oak Knoll District. The wine is dry and full-bodied, packed with ripe blackberries, black cherries and black currants, as well as toasty oak. A bit brusque in tannins at this young age, it should be cellared for a few years.",Bon Passe Vineyard,60,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Darms Lane 2007 Bon Passe Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darms-lane-2007-bon-passe-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Darms Lane 11,White,Australia,Picked relatively early—the finished alcohol level is only 11%—this is suprisingly soft and round while remaining light in body: It's a charming sylph. The only quibble is that the lime-like flavors fade relatively quickly on the finish.,The Love Symbol Single Site Savignin Blanc,15,88,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Zonte's Footstep 2009 The Love Symbol Single Site Savignin Blanc Savagnin (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zontes-footstep-2009-love-symbol-single-site-savignin-blanc-other-white-savagnin-langhorne-creek/,Savagnin,2009,Zonte's Footstep 13,Red,Italy,"Santomè is a pretty expression of Raboso (a native grape of northeast Italy) with mouth-coating tannins and bright aromas of black cherry, old leather, spice and clove. That firm structure suggests a pairing with succulent red meat.",Santomè,35,88,Veneto,Piave,,Tenuta Santomè 2004 Santomè Raboso (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santome-2004-santome-italian-red-raboso-piave/,Raboso,2004,Tenuta Santomè 13.5,White,Argentina,"Hits the stage with lemon-lime, melon and flowery aromas that are followed by a crisp mouth with jousting acids, lime and tangerine flavors, and finally a crystal-clear finish with zest and length. Very nice for this variety; drink right away.",Reserve,11,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trivento 2010 Reserve Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2010-reserve-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Trivento 13,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a pungent and intense Italian sparkler (made with Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco and Pinot Nero) that opens with bright aromas of apricot, mature melon, white almond and yellow rose. The wine is smooth and silky, and there's a ripe, warm quality to the fruit flavors.",Brut,30,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ronco Calino NV Brut (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-calino-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta-124621/,Sparkling Blend,,Ronco Calino 13,Rose,France,"Delicious, fruity rosé, and as befits the vintage, with some weight and richness as well. The red berry flavors are overlaid with caramel and cinnamon. Great final acidity.",,22,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Roger et Didier Raimbault 2009 Rosé (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roger-didier-raimbault-2009-rose-sancerre/,Rosé,2009,Roger et Didier Raimbault 13,Red,Spain,"Fruity, sweet, a touch rubbery, and very much what you should expect from a good, ready, well-made Garnacha from Aragón. The palate is lush and full, with snappy blackberry, raspberry and plum flavors. Round on the finish, with size and texture. Drink now through 2012.",,11,88,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Monfil 2009 Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monfil-2009-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2009,Monfil 14.1,White,US,"Shows some of the richness and complexity of Migration's single-vineyard Chardonnays, but at much less money. The wine is dry, crisp and flavorful in pineapples, green apples, limes and honeysuckle, with oaky notes of buttered toast. Drink now.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Migration 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/migration-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Migration 14.5,Red,Italy,"Almost too much of a good thing, Passo is a thick, jammy and modern blend of traditional Italian grapes and international varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. This is a bold, big wine with a thick, chewy mouthfeel that should be paired with aged cheese or succulent meat.",Passo,35,88,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Stefano Accordini 2008 Passo Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-accordini-2008-passo-red-rosso-veronese/,Red Blend,2008,Stefano Accordini 14,Red,Italy,"Almost too much of a good thing, Passo is a thick, jammy and modern blend of traditional Italian grapes and international varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. This is a bold, big wine with a thick, chewy mouthfeel that should be paired with aged cheese or succulent meat.",Passo,35,88,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Stefano Accordini 2007 Passo Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-accordini-2007-passo-red-rosso-veronese/,Red Blend,2007,Stefano Accordini 15,Red,US,"Fans of high-octane Zins will love this one from Dry Creek Valley. It's as soft and as sweet as a dessert wine in raspberry tart, baked brown sugar and cinnamon spice flavors, yet is balanced with good tannins.",,26,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2008 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Wilson 12,White,France,A relatively full style of Muscadet that has a strong grapefruit flavor. It is ripe—that's the vintage—while still retaining a good citrus edge.,Saint-Géréon Sur Lie,12,86,Loire Valley,Muscadet Coteaux de la Loire,,Domaine Guindon 2009 Saint-Géréon Sur Lie (Muscadet Coteaux de la Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-guindon-2009-saint-gereon-sur-lie-other-white-melon-muscadet-coteaux/,Melon,2009,Domaine Guindon 14.4,Red,US,"A little sharp and awkward in the mouth, with some green flavors leading to a tart finish. There are enough berry, cherry and oak flavors to make the wine interesting. Shows a classy dryness, but doesn't seem to have the balance to age. Drink up.",Maboroshi Vineyard,45,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Cru Vin Dogs 2007 Maboroshi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cru-vin-dogs-2007-maboroshi-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Cru Vin Dogs 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This vintage rosé, made with 57% Chardonnay, 28% Chenin Blanc, 10% Mauzac and 5% Pinot Noir, is a perfect match for tomato-cream sauce dishes or insalata Caprese. Delicate toast adds depth to the dainty strawberry and apple notes, with a touch of sweet spice unfolding on the finish. Drink up.",Vintage Rosé Brut,23,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Crémant de Limoux,,Château Rives-Blanques 2007 Vintage Rosé Brut Sparkling (Crémant de Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rives-blanques-2007-vintage-rose-brut-sparkling-cremant-limoux/,Sparkling Blend,2007,Château Rives-Blanques 12,White,France,"Showing tightly crisp grapefruit and citrus flavors, with an intense dryness and acidity, this is classic Muscadet, fresh, very bright and green.",,,86,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Domaine de Beauregard 2009 Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-beauregard-2009-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2009,Domaine de Beauregard 13.5,White,Argentina,"Dusty and subdued on the nose, but still friendly and varietally correct, with lychee and melon aromas. The palate is chunky, maybe a touch flatter than ideal, with citrus and lychee flavors. Finishes in regular fashion, with a pinch of bitterness and white pepper.",,7,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,La Vuelta 2010 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vuelta-2010-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,La Vuelta ,Red,US,"The alcohol is nearly 15% and there is some burn in the mouth, along with high-toned flavors bordering on volatile. Sharp and penetrating, it seems to have blown past most of its fruit.",donna maria,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DiStefano NV donna maria Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/distefano-nv-donna-maria-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Rhône-style Red Blend,,DiStefano 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's a very cheerful and informal Italian Chardonnay that drinks as easily and as pleasantly as a crisp Pinot Grigio. The wine opens with a luminous, transparent color and bright aromas of citrus and cut grass.",,11,85,,Delle Venezie,,Torre di Luna 2009 Chardonnay (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-luna-2009-chardonnay-delle-venezie/,Chardonnay,2009,Torre di Luna 14.4,Red,US,"Tastes simple and fruity-sweet and over-worked, with ripe, jammy black cherry fruit flavors and lots of sweet, caramelized oak. Will appeal to fans of this easy style.",Mosaic,40,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 2005 Mosaic Meritage (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2005-mosaic-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Meritage,2005,DeLorimier 14.3,Red,US,"Dry and earthy, with coffee, tobacco and cherry flavors, wrapped into firm tannins. Strong acidity makes it a bit unbalanced.",,24,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 2006 Malbec (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2006-malbec-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Malbec,2006,DeLorimier 12.5,White,France,"Crisp, creamy wine, with attractive juicy apple and pink grapefruit flavors. It's light, ready to drink, a great apéritif style.",,12,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne Aligoté,,Manuel Olivier 2009 Bourgogne Aligoté,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2009-other-white-aligote-bourgogne-aligote/,Aligoté,2009,Manuel Olivier 14,Red,Spain,"Powerful but not real precise, especially as the earthy, tight nose unveils itself. The mouthfeel is tight, narrow and tannic, yet the flavors are big and meaty, and also sort of generic in terms of berry flavors. Medium-length and rough on the finish, with lasting acidic bite.",Canta Perdices,18,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodega San Pedro Regalado 2008 Canta Perdices (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-san-pedro-regalado-2008-canta-perdices-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodega San Pedro Regalado 12,Red,Italy,Here's a Cabernet-based wine from the Piave area of northern Italy that opens with contrasting aromas of sour cherry against spicy smoked ham. That sweet and sour juxtaposition continues to the mouth where the wine exhibits a smooth close.,Il Tralcetto,12,84,Veneto,Piave,,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 2008 Il Tralcetto Cabernet (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cescon-italo-storia-e-vini-2008-il-tralcetto-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-piave/,Cabernet,2008,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 12,Red,Italy,"The Il Tralcetto line (pretty bottles fastened with a snippet of grapevine on the neck of the bottle) continues with this bright, ruby-colored Pinot Nero. The wine opens with wild berry and forest floor aromas and offers bright, easy freshness on the close.",Il Tralcetto,12,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 2008 Il Tralcetto Pinot Nero (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cescon-italo-storia-e-vini-2008-il-tralcetto-pinot-noir-nero-veneto/,Pinot Nero,2008,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Crimson in color but also translucent, with a candied, slightly green nose. Overall this is a simple quaffer with no excess weight and reasonably good flavors of berry and plum. Bland on the finish, but for $4 who's caring about finish?",Red,4,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Broke Ass 2009 Red Malbec-Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broke-ass-2009-red-red-blend-malbec-syrah-mendoza/,Malbec-Syrah,2009,Broke Ass 14.4,Red,US,"Too much acidity in this dry wine, making it almost sour. Yet it has an enormous core of red and black cherry fruit, with a tasteful application of smoky oak, and a lovely, silky texture. Seems too unbalanced to age, so drink up.",Regan Vineyards Reserve,40,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Bargetto 2008 Regan Vineyards Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2008-regan-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bargetto 12.5,Red,Italy,"This Refosco (a native grape of northeast Italy) opens with plush, ripe fruit flavors and then follows with bitter acidity that comes as quite a surprise. Pair this wine with butter- or cheese-based dishes that will help diminish that sharp acidic bite.",,14,84,Veneto,Veneto,,La di Motte 2007 Refosco (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/motte-2007-italian-red-refosco-veneto/,Refosco,2007,La di Motte ,White,France,"Lemony, fruit-driven wine, very crisp in character, with lightness and delicacy. Acidity and a touch of pear flavor offer balance.",Loire Valley Demi-Sec,15,84,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Sauvion 2010 Loire Valley Demi-Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauvion-2010-loire-valley-demi-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Sauvion 13.5,White,Spain,"Pungent and grassy on the nose, with a strong nettle and green herb character. The palate is soft and playful, with pithy white fruit flavors and then a soda-like dry finish. Plump, wayward and a bit green overall.",,24,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Reina de Castilla 2009 Sauvignon (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reina-castilla-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-rueda/,Sauvignon,2009,Reina de Castilla 14.1,Red,Argentina,"Somewhat jammy and soupy on the nose, with a flavor profile that follows suit; it tastes slightly stewed and spicy, with both sweet fruit flavors and some bitterness. Finishes much like a soup or stew, with herbal, earthy notes. Adequate but not super fresh or fruity.",,17,84,Other,Río Negro Valley,,Verum 2009 Merlot (Río Negro Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verum-2009-merlot-rio-negro-valley/,Merlot,2009,Verum 13.9,Red,US,"An atypical Mourvèdre , more like a warm-climate Pinot Noir with its light-bodied silkiness. Crisp acidity frames red cherry and cola flavors, leading to a dry, spicy finish. Drink now.",,32,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Venteux 2008 Mourvèdre (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venteux-2008-mourvedre-central-coast-paso-robles/,Mourvèdre,2008,Venteux ,Red,US,"A bit murky, the herbal and spicy flavors of Malbec are softened into a smooth but diffuse wine, with a plastic note in the finish.",,20,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Roza Ridge 2008 Malbec (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roza-ridge-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Malbec,2008,Roza Ridge 13,White,Georgia,"A winemaking history in a bottle, this Georgian wine made from Rkatsiteli grapes is an unusual peek into techniques tracing back 8,000 years. Deep gold in color due to an extended maceration on grape skins, this wine was aged in buried clay vessels, then oak, giving it a smoky, earthy profile with notes of butterscotch and roasted nut skins. There's not a lot of acidity, but it's refreshing with pretty orange peel notes and a grape tannin astringency on the finish.",Satrapezo 10 Kvevri,35,84,Kakheti,,,Telavi 2007 Satrapezo 10 Kvevri Rkatsiteli (Kakheti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telavi-2007-satrapezo-10-kvevri-other-white-rkatsiteli-kakheti/,Rkatsiteli,2007,Telavi 14,White,Argentina,"A lot of oak. The nose is honeyed and heavy, with too much toast and butter. In the mouth, it's got kicking acids but the flavors are sweet, oaky and veer toward banana. Resiny on the finish; underwhelming for the price.",Golden Reserve,21,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trivento 2009 Golden Reserve Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2009-golden-reserve-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Trivento 13.8,White,US,"Unripe, with strong lemongrass, green pea and feline spray flavors accompanying more pleasant lemons and limes. Acidity is strong, and the wine is totally dry.",,22,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kissos 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kissos-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Kissos 12.5,White,Australia,"This starts off slightly rubbery, but comes around quickly enough to display ample white grapefruit and pith notes. It's a bit tight and austere from start to finish; probably at its best with seafood.",,13,84,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 2009 Verdelho (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2009-spanish-white-verdelho-hunter-valley/,Verdelho,2009,Hope Estate 13.5,Rose,France,This is a full-bodied rosé with soft red berry and tart cherry flavors intertwined with notes of white chocolate. The finish could last a bit longer. Drink up.,,16,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Château Ollieux Romanis 2009 Rosé (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ollieux-romanis-2009-rose-corbieres/,Rosé,2009,Château Ollieux Romanis 12.5,Red,France,"Light Pinot Noir, with crisp raspberry flavors. The very fruity wine has an edge of bitterness to go with the acidity.",,14,84,Burgundy,Hautes Côtes de Nuits,,Manuel Olivier 2008 Hautes Côtes de Nuits,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2008-pinot-noir-hautes-cotes-nuits/,Pinot Noir,2008,Manuel Olivier 13.5,White,Argentina,"Smells sweet and artificial, with chemical notes and overwrought vanilla. Juicy in the mouth, with flesh and freshness. But the flavors are oaky, so much so that the wine's citrus and apple quality is masked. Finishes with grapefruit and bitterness. Weird and all over the map.",Don Nicanor,18,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2008 Don Nicanor Chardonnay-Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2008-don-nicanor-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-mendoza/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2008,Nieto Senetiner 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Opens with warm, baked black fruit aromas and then a wave of woodiness takes control. The palate is round, full and sticky, with beefy but generic black fruit flavors and too much oak. Finishes with vanilla and resin; not a bad wine but needs more balance and fruit.",Saurus Select,17,84,Other,Patagonia,,Familia Schroeder 2008 Saurus Select Pinot Noir (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-schroeder-2008-saurus-select-pinot-noir-patagonia/,Pinot Noir,2008,Familia Schroeder 13.8,White,Argentina,"A little hard on the nose, with burnt undertones. The palate is hollow in the middle and the wine collapses on itself. As for flavors, look for mildly toasted and creamy white fruits and vanilla.",Torcidas,15,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Vides 2009 Torcidas Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-vides-2009-torcidas-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Finca Vides 13,White,France,"A wine that is absolutely mature, showing almonds and secondary flavors: green herbs, yeast and toast rather than fruit.",,,84,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Domaine Chêne 2007 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chene-2007-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine Chêne 13,White,France,"A lightweight wine with flavors of bitter almonds, pears, soft and rounded. Stone fruits and a yeasty touch of toasted bread lead to an orange zest finish.",,,84,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Domaine Sangouard-Guyot 2009 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sangouard-guyot-2009-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Sangouard-Guyot ,Rose,France,"With some weight, this has raspberry flavor to go with its sweetness. Berry fruits dominate in a wine that is full in the mouth.",,16,84,Loire Valley,Rosé d'Anjou,,Château de Fesles 2010 Rosé d'Anjou,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fesles-2010-rose-rose-danjou/,Rosé,2010,Château de Fesles 12.5,White,France,"Soft and rounded wine, showing some herbaceousness, and a sense of dilute fruit. The wine is pleasant, but undistinguished. Screwcap.",,12,84,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Val de Loire,,Bougrier 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays du Val de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougrier-2009-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-val/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Bougrier 14.9,Red,Argentina,"While I generally like and sometimes even love the Cobos wines, this Merlot underwhelms. The nose is reedy and stemmy, with earthy, herbal raspberry aromas. In the mouth, it's scratchy and spicy, with herbal berry fruit leading to a mildly bitter finish. Better than in the past, but still a compromised wine due to its minty, green characteristics.",Felino,20,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Cobos 2009 Felino Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-2009-felino-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2009,Viña Cobos 13,Rose,France,"The aromas and flavors of this wine are not too intense, with soft suggestions of strawberry hull and ripe banana. Surprisingly weighty and round in the mouth.",Le Dog de Roselyne,11,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Mont Tauch 2009 Le Dog de Roselyne Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-tauch-2009-le-dog-roselyne-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2009,Mont Tauch 12,Red,Italy,"This organically farmed Cabernet Sauvignon shows a thin, compact ruby color and moderate aromas of cherry, rose and spice. The wine is clean and fresh, but it's not particularly long lasting or rich.",,12,84,Veneto,Piave,,Pizzolato 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-piave/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Pizzolato 14.5,Red,US,"So much oak on this wine, it's like being inside a barrel. Vanilla, buttered toast, caramel and char flavors star, with a bit of blackberry fruit struggling to express itself.",Warm Springs Ranch,32,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,DeLorimier 2006 Warm Springs Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2006-warm-springs-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,DeLorimier 14.6,White,US,"Brisk acidity provides a bracing balance to the ripe pineapple, pear and peach jam flavors, and there's a nice streak of minerality. However, the wine is far too sweet, and is cloying in the sugary finish.",Signature Selection El Camino Vineyard,15,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bianchi 2009 Signature Selection El Camino Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2009-signature-selection-el-camino-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Bianchi 13,Red,Georgia,"Aged in buried clay vessels in accordance with ancient Georgian winemaking techniques, then transferred to new oak, there's a core of bright cherry fruit, coffee grinds and vanilla on the nose and palate of this unique Saperavi. It's a good wine, but charred wood, jagged tannins and hints of barnyard tend to obscure all the lovely fruit.",Satrapezo,40,84,Kakheti,,,Telavi 2007 Satrapezo Saperavi (Kakheti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telavi-2007-satrapezo-other-red-saperavi-kakheti/,Saperavi,2007,Telavi 12,White,France,A light but easy-drinking white with flavors of fresh gooseberry and grapefruit pith. Light -weight with a short but clean finish; pair with summer salads.,Cuvée Jeanne,11,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,Tortoise Creek 2009 Cuvée Jeanne Sauvignon Blanc (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2009-cuvee-jeanne-sauvignon-blanc-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Tortoise Creek 13.9,Red,US,"A little rough and common in the mouth, with jagged tannins and some green peppercorn flavors. But for the price, it's fruity enough in raspberries and cherries, making it a good buy. Production was nearly 100,000 cases.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2009 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2009-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Smoking Loon 13.9,Red,US,"Good raspberry, cherry and chocolate flavors in this dry wine, with hints of pepper and beef jerky. The tannins are a bit sharp and green, but it's pretty good for the price.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2008 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2008,Smoking Loon 12.5,White,Spain,"Tan-gold in color, with a mustardy, somewhat rustic bouquet that's salinic and short on snappy fruit. The palate is chunky, with melon and apple for flavors. Seems low on pulse; the bet here is this was better six months ago and is now in decline.",,15,84,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Serra da Estrela 2009 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serra-estrela-2009-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Serra da Estrela 14,Red,Argentina,"Sharp and leathery on the nose, with murky, leathery aromas. The palate has a soupy but acceptable mouthfeel with flavors of roasted, savory berry and tobacco. Seems a little cooked and tired, but with just enough signs of life to make it worth a try.",,12,84,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Septima 2007 Tempranillo (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/septima-2007-tempranillo-lujan-cuyo/,Tempranillo,2007,Septima 8,White,Australia,"Very floral, citrusy and perfumed upfront, retaining that lemony edge to help the retained carbon dioxide balance the inherent sweetness. Clean and refreshing on the finish.",,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2010 Moscato (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2010-muscat-moscato-south-eastern/,Moscato,2010,Jacob's Creek 13.5,Red,US,"A minor wine, dry, tannic and awkward, with modest cherry, cola and oak flavors. Okay for everyday drinking, but not going anywhere.",Jack London Vineyard,22,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2008 Jack London Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2008-jack-london-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2008,Kenwood 12.5,Red,France,"An attractively simple, fruity Pinot Noir. It has ripe wild strawberry and red plum flavors, spiced with a gamy edge. The wine has a light structure, and is not for aging.",,12,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Manuel Olivier 2009 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2009-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2009,Manuel Olivier 12.5,White,France,"Fresh, bright wine that feels light in texture and weight. That makes it suited for shellfish rather than more intense dishes. Attractive, ready to drink.",,18,84,Burgundy,Hautes Côtes de Nuits,,Manuel Olivier 2008 Hautes Côtes de Nuits,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2008-chardonnay-hautes-cotes-nuits/,Chardonnay,2008,Manuel Olivier 13,Red,Italy,"This is an awkward, slightly unbalanced wine from northern Italy. It opens with intense notes of mature blackberry and oaky spice but follows through on the palate with sharp, steely acidity.",Valsaia,25,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Luigi Righetti 2008 Valsaia Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-righetti-2008-valsaia-red-veneto/,Corvina,2008,Luigi Righetti 14.9,White,Argentina,"A chunky style of SB with apple and green melon aromas. The palate is a bit soft and mealy, while the flavors revolve mostly around lemon. It's also pithy, zesty and a touch bitter on the finish. Not easy to peg as Sauvignon Blanc; drink now to capture its remaining freshness.",Reserve,21,84,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Luigi Bosca 2010 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2010-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-maipu/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Luigi Bosca 13.5,Red,Georgia,"Notes of bright, candied red cherries, cedar and spice fill the nose and palate of this full bodied blend of Saperavi and Merlot from Georgia. The bright acidity makes for a fresh sip, but harsh tannins lead to a choppy, jagged finish.",Marani Kondoli Vineyards,17,84,Kakheti,,,Telavi 2007 Marani Kondoli Vineyards Saperavi-Merlot (Kakheti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telavi-2007-marani-kondoli-red-blend-saperavi-merlot-kakheti/,Saperavi-Merlot,2007,Telavi 11,White,US,"A nice, citrusy nose suggests lemon and orange hard candy. With alcohol at just 11%, residual sugar is around 2%, which softens the acids but gives the mouthfeel an odd flatness. Drink up.",,9,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Silver Lake 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2008-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Silver Lake 17,White,Australia,"A “layered” blend of five different varieties, this starts off a bit floral and lemony, then develops some earthier notes to go along with the modest citrus flavors. Finishes short. Sémillon (37%), Muscat (20.5%), Gewürztraminer (19.5%), Pinot Gris (19%) and Chardonnay (4%).",Layers,17,84,South Australia,Adelaide,,Peter Lehmann 2010 Layers White (Adelaide),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-2010-layers-white-adelaide/,White Blend,2010,Peter Lehmann ,White,France,"A simple style, with nutty notes. There is an edge of bitterness, the wine's freshness masked by some weight.",Château de Fontaine-Audin,35,84,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Langlois-Chateau 2009 Château de Fontaine-Audin (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langlois-chateau-2009-fontaine-audin-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Langlois-Chateau 13.7,Red,Argentina,"A touch tough and stemmy on the nose, but given the price it rates as positive. The body is medium and friendly, while the flavors of raspberry and strawberry feature a peppery accent. Finishes crisp and fresh.",,6,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zarpado 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zarpado-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Zarpado 13.5,Red,Australia,"Possibly understating it, this Australian Malbec is boldly colored, with intensely fresh and grapy aromas and robust blueberry flavors. It's a bit simple and possibly a little on the sweet side, but fills the mouth with plenty of flavor.",,8,84,Australia Other,Australia,,Yellow Tail 2010 Malbec (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-2010-malbec-other/,Malbec,2010,Yellow Tail 14.9,Red,US,"A touch of overripeness mars this otherwise fine wine. Dry and smoothly tannic, its blackberry and currant flavors have Porty notes of raisins.",,26,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Waterstone 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterstone-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Waterstone 12.5,White,France,"Here's a delicate white that's a nice poolside sipper, with soft suggestions of white florals, tropical fruit and sweet citrus. The palate is clean and balanced with pineapple-flavored acidity keeping things vibrant in the mouth.",Le Verger,11,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,Tortoise Creek 2009 Le Verger Viognier (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2009-le-verger-viognier-pays-doc/,Viognier,2009,Tortoise Creek 4.5,White,Australia,"Boldly fruity, this “wine product”—labeled as such because it is only 4.5% alcohol—features loads of strawberry and tangerine character. It's perfumy, soapy and sweet, balanced by frothiness.",Mrs. Wigley,15,84,Australia Other,Australia,,Wirra Wirra 2009 Mrs. Wigley Moscato (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-2009-mrs-wigley-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2009,Wirra Wirra 14.1,White,US,"Soft and easy to drink, with apricot, tangerine and vanilla honey flavors. A blend of Viognier, Roussanne and Grenache Blanc.",Cuvée Blanc,34,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Intelligent Design 2009 Cuvée Blanc White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/intelligent-design-2009-cuvee-blanc-white-central-coast/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Intelligent Design 13,White,Spain,"Waxy peach aromas seem slightly oxidized. It's round and citrusy on the palate, but in a monotone way that fades to pithy white fruits and mealy citrus. Shows some flashes of uniqueness and class; mostly it's wayward and slightly bitter.",Ad Libitum,40,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Juan Carlos Sancha 2009 Ad Libitum Tempranillo Blanco (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juan-carlos-sancha-2009-ad-libitum-spanish-white-tempranillo-blanco-rioja/,Tempranillo Blanco,2009,Juan Carlos Sancha 12,White,France,"Fresh-faced Sauvignon Blanc, with distinct citric character and a green herbal edge. A lightweight wine that has a great zesty finish.",Sincerité,,84,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Val de Loire,,Joseph Mellot 2009 Sincerité Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays du Val de Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-mellot-2009-sincerite-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-val/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Joseph Mellot 14,Red,Argentina,"Roasted cherry and rubber aromas comprise the nose. The mouth has sharp acidity, which causes tang and zestiness to go with standard blackberry and dark plum flavors. Other than the acidic sharpness, this is a solid everyday Cab.",,11,84,Other,San Juan,,Alma Mora 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-mora-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-san-juan/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Alma Mora 12.5,Rose,Australia,"Boldly fruity, redolent with cherries and pink grapefruit, this medium-bodied rosé does have a slightly candied quality to it, but remains a decent summertime quaff. Serve well chilled to help mute the apparent sweetness.",Nine Vines Grenache-Shiraz,12,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Angove's 2009 Nine Vines Grenache-Shiraz Rosé (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2009-nine-vines-grenache-shiraz-rose-south/,Rosé,2009,Angove's 14,Red,France,"Lightweight but round, this Merlot is missing a bit of lushness to its dark fruit core, with more skin-driven flavors of cherry and plum.",Celebration,12,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Château de la Tuilerie 2009 Celebration Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tuilerie-2009-celebration-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2009,Château de la Tuilerie 11.5,White,Australia,"Medium in weight, with modest pear and melon aromas and flavors. It's clean and fresh, finishing with a delicate touch of citrus. Drink now.",DB Family Selection,9,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli 2010 DB Family Selection Pinot Grigio (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-2010-db-family-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-south-eastern/,Pinot Grigio,2010,De Bortoli 13.5,White,Argentina,"Orange blossom and other common white fruit aromas make for a standard, generic type of bouquet. The palate is regular in feel and weight, with shy flavors of melon and apple. Entirely middle of the road in aromas, body, feel and flavors.",Reserve,15,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cruz Alta 2010 Reserve Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cruz-alta-2010-reserve-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Cruz Alta 13,White,Argentina,"Smells both nutty and warm as well as citric and sharp. The palate keeps that pace; it's citrusy and cidery in feel, with orange, banana and spice flavors. Finishes quick and a little heavy. 70% Chardonnay and 30% Sauvignon Blanc.",Clara Benegas,14,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Benegas 2009 Clara Benegas Chardonnay-Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benegas-2009-clara-white-blend-chardonnay-sauvignon-mendoza/,Chardonnay-Sauvignon,2009,Benegas 12,Red,Italy,"Here's a grassy, green expression of Cabernet Franc from northern Italy with aromas of black fruit, caper and green olive. It shows a compact finish with medium body.",,,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Bonotto delle Tezze 2008 Cabernet Franc (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonotto-delle-tezze-2008-cabernet-franc-veneto/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Bonotto delle Tezze 15.4,Red,US,"Few wines are as ripe and fruity as this. It's explosive in raspberry jam and cherry pie flavors, with scads of dusty pie spices, and the smooth tannins make it silky in the mouth. The problem is excessive sweetness. If you like a sugary, glyceriney edge to your red wines, it's for you.",Ellie's Vineyard,35,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2007 Ellie's Vineyard Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2007-ellies-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Wilson 13.5,White,Australia,"This South Australia Viognier comes across as restrained on the nose, offering up little more than some vaguely smoky or flinty notes, then delivers melon, pear and spice notes via a full-bodied, slightly oily-textured palate. Turns crisp and citrusy on the finish.",Lady of the Lake Single Site,14,85,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Zonte's Footstep 2009 Lady of the Lake Single Site Viognier (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zontes-footstep-2009-lady-lake-single-site-viognier-langhorne-creek/,Viognier,2009,Zonte's Footstep 5,Sparkling,Italy,"Rizzi's fresh and floral Moscato d'Asti opens with aromas of pressed flowers, citrus, stone fruit, honey and scented candle. The foamy bubbles feel great in the mouth and form a lasting impression of fullness and creaminess.",,18,85,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Rizzi 2009 Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rizzi-2009-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2009,Rizzi 13.7,Red,US,"Simple, soft and fruity-sweet in cherries and raspberries, like the spicy filling in a pie. A direct wine to drink now.",Presqu'ile Vineyard,55,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Presqu'ile 2009 Presqu'ile Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/presquile-2009-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Presqu'ile 13.5,White,Australia,"Tahbilk is proud owner of the largest Marsanne holdings in the world, with a reputation for making ageworthy examples. Perhaps this one just needs more time, then, as it comes across as nothing more than a nicely balanced, medium-bodied dry white with modest notes of pears and almonds.",,15,85,Victoria,Nagambie Lakes,,Tahbilk 2009 Marsanne (Nagambie Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-2009-marsanne-nagambie-lakes/,Marsanne,2009,Tahbilk 13.5,White,Australia,"A Rhône-inspired blend of Marsanne (40%), Roussanne (37%) and Viognier (23%), this comes across as rather broad in the mouth, but lacking depth and length. Melon, pear and almond notes make a favorable impression, and the wine finishes fresh, if somewhat simple.",The Freckle,14,85,South Australia,Adelaide,,Shoofly 2008 The Freckle White (Adelaide),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shoofly-2008-freckle-white-adelaide/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Shoofly 13.5,Red,Spain,"Starts with peppery, leafy aromas that morph toward dry and earthy. The palate, like with all of Torres' basic '07 wines, is crisp and acidic, which brings tang to the wine's red cherry and plum flavors. Spicy, peppery and fresh on the finish.",Sangre de Toro,11,85,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Torres 2007 Sangre de Toro Red (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2007-sangre-de-toro-red-catalunya/,Red Blend,2007,Torres 13,Dessert,Hungary,"Scents of honey and citrus rind on this golden Tokaji are marked by lifted apple and pear notes. Sweet tropical fruit and vanilla notes are pleasant, but there's a slightly tinned, apple juice concentrate flavor that persists on the palate.",Aszú 4 Puttonyos - 500 ml,30,85,Tokaji,,,Tokaj Kereskedőház 2001 Aszú 4 Puttonyos - 500 ml (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tokaj-kereskedohaz-2001-aszu-4-puttonyos-500-ml-other-white-furmint-tokaji/,Furmint,2001,Tokaj Kereskedőház ,White,France,"Classic crisp, tangy wine, with plenty of grapefruit flavors, very fresh, crisp and clean.",Château de la Roche,,85,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Pierre Chainier 2010 Château de la Roche Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-chainier-2010-chateau-roche-sauvignon-blanc-touraine/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Pierre Chainier 12.5,White,France,"A toasty wine, its ripe fruit enveloped by a buttery character. The loss of fresh fruit is compensated for by the soft texture and full-in-the-mouth feel.",Les Vieilles Vignes,22,85,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2008 Les Vieilles Vignes (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2008-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Pascal Bouchard 15.2,Red,US,"There's something old-fashioned about this wine, in its strong, edgy tannins and rustic mouthfeel. Yet it's high and hot in alcohol, with extracted, jammy cherry and raisin flavors. Doesn't seem to be an ager, so drink now.",Argos Hill,44,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dutch Henry Winery 2005 Argos Hill Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutch-henry-winery-2005-argos-hill-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2005,Dutch Henry Winery 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A sturdy Merlot with a black cherry-driven nose. The palate is kind of sticky and maybe a touch over the top in terms of its syrupy feel and flavors. It's a ripe and oaky wine with a baked character and candied finishing flavors. Flavorful and full, but also sweet and sticky.",Reserve,18,85,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2009 Reserve Merlot (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2009-reserve-merlot-tupungato/,Merlot,2009,Finca Sophenia 13,White,France,"Rounded wine, very soft. The ripeness of the fruit is very apparent and fits with its almond and peach flavors and its acidity brings an attractive final tang.",,,85,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Domaine Pascal et Mireille Renaud 2009 Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pascal-mireille-renaud-2009-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine Pascal et Mireille Renaud 13.5,White,France,"This organic Chardonnay offers notes of soft pear, grass and citrus on the nose, while sweet citrus oil dominates the medium- weight mouth. A touch of melon rind unfolds on the short finish. Easy to drink, and drink now.",O Made From Organic Grapes,18,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Pays d'Oc,,Gilles Louvet 2010 O Made From Organic Grapes Chardonnay (Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilles-louvet-2010-o-made-from-organic-grapes-chardonnay-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2010,Gilles Louvet 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Clean and fresh, this tonic and sharp Prosecco would pair with fried olives stuffed with minced meat. The wine is luminous and light with loads of citrus and stone fruit on the close.",,13,85,Veneto,Prosecco,,Casa Girelli NV Prosecco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-girelli-nv-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco/,Prosecco,,Casa Girelli ,White,US,"A bit volatile, with a hint of fusil, light herb and cut grass flavors, and fruit that is just ripe enough. Green banana and green apple, with a soft mouthfeel and a gentle fade.",H3,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Columbia Crest 2009 H3 Sauvignon Blanc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2009-h3-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Columbia Crest ,White,US,"At first sharp and focused, with sharp aromas of pine and citrus rind, this broadens out and thins quickly once in the mouth. Fresh green apple fruit fades into a smooth, plain, slightly watery finish.",Grand Estates,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2009 Grand Estates Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2009-grand-estates-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2009,Columbia Crest 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of old vine grapes went into the making of this Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Mourvèdre blend. It's intensely fruity and spicy, a clean wine to wash down barbecue and burgers.",Phantom,16,85,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2007 Phantom Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2007-phantom-red-other/,Red Blend,2007,Bogle 14,Red,France,"With 15,000 cases imported, this should be an easy wine to find and at such a price. Standard but easily enjoyable with notes of black plum, dark cherry and fruitcake spice throughout. Drink now.",Reserve,8,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 2009 Reserve Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2009-reserve-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2009,Barton & Guestier 13.5,Red,US,"Here's an everyday Merlot for easy drinking with beef, pork and chicken dishes. It's soft, dry and tannic, with modest cherry and herb flavors.",,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2008 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2008-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2008,Kenwood 14.4,Red,US,"Oak dominates this wine, giving it toast and vanilla caramel aromas and flavors. The underlying wine is soft and fruity, with blackberries and cherries. Drink now. Production was 24,146 cases.",Allomi,28,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hess 2008 Allomi Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-2008-allomi-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Hess 12.5,Red,Spain,"Aromas of pure cherry are pointed but clean. That more or less describes the wine, which hits with sharp acidity but also good, slightly roasted flavors of cherry and plum. Finishes short, firm and a touch grating.",Tinto Lena,10,85,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Bodegas Vinos de León 2009 Tinto Lena Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-vinos-leon-2009-tinto-lena-red-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Red Blend,2009,Bodegas Vinos de León 14,Red,Spain,"Broad, dark and meaty, with aromas of leather and beef broth. The palate comes on as bulky and tannic, but the flavors are full and deep even if they are also a touch soupy and meaty. Good for a 2008 midlevel RDD, but nothing to get excited over.",Embocadero,18,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodega San Pedro Regalado 2008 Embocadero (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-san-pedro-regalado-2008-embocadero-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodega San Pedro Regalado 13,Red,Italy,"This Dolcetto d'Alba opens with distinctive notes of chopped herb and dried grass backed by crushed mineral and wild berries. It's a thin, crisp wine that would pair perfectly with crackers and cheese.",Sant'Anna,,85,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Principiano Ferdinando 2009 Sant'Anna (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principiano-ferdinando-2009-santanna-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2009,Principiano Ferdinando 14.2,White,US,"Simple and direct in oaky, fruity pineapple and lemon jam flavors, this Chardonnay tastes a little sweet. It's made in the modern style, appealing if not particularly complex. Drink now.",,35,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Presqu'ile 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/presquile-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Presqu'ile 12,White,Argentina,"Slightly stalky on the nose, with aromas of haystack and snappy citrus fruits. The palate is citrusy and acidic, with flavors of orange and grapefruit. Rounds into form with airing and time in the glass, but overall it's just a modest, regular SB for basic purposes.",,12,85,Other,Patagonia,,Nemesio 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nemesio-2010-sauvignon-blanc-patagonia/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Nemesio 13.5,Red,Italy,"Il Puro is a simple but genuine expression of Merlot with soft cherry nuances backed by light shadings of spice and mineral. The texture is smooth and silky, and although this is a very simple wine, it does deliver easy drinking pleasure.",Il Puro,12,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Astoria 2007 Il Puro Merlot (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2007-il-puro-merlot-veneto/,Merlot,2007,Astoria 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Smells largely neutral, with slightly earthy red fruit aromas. The palate is soft and creamy, what I'd call low in acidity, with mellow, mildly baked flavors of black cherry and chocolate powder. Finishes full and plump, but calls out to be drunk right away.",,14,85,Other,Patagonia,,Alpataco 2008 Pinot Noir (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpataco-2008-pinot-noir-patagonia/,Pinot Noir,2008,Alpataco 13.3,White,Argentina,"Mild citrus blossom and a hint of mineral make for an average, quiet nose. The palate is equally standard, with midland white fruit flavors and green melon. Soft, light and short on the finish. Drink now or wait for the 2010.",,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma del Sur 2009 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-sur-2009-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Alma del Sur 13.5,White,US,"A pleasantly crisp, fruity Sauvignon Blanc for drinking now as a cocktail or with simple fare. It's sweet in jammy pineapples, oranges and limes.",Reserve,10,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Fog Head 2009 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-head-2009-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Fog Head 14.8,Red,US,"Feels thick and syrupy, lacking structure, and tastes soft and jammy, with strong flavors of cherries and black raspberries. Could do something down the road, but it's awkward now. Tasted twice, with consistent results.",,90,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Hudson Vineyards 2008 Syrah (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hudson-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Syrah,2008,Hudson Vineyards 13.5,Rose,US,"Made from Pinot Noir, this is a darkly colored, strongly flavored rosé. It has flavors of sugared raspberry tea, sprinkled with orange zest, cocoa and cinnamon. Easy to like and to drink.",Kinky Pink,12,85,California,California Other,California,Hey Mambo 2009 Kinky Pink Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hey-mambo-2009-kinky-pink-rose-other/,Rosé,2009,Hey Mambo 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Roasted dark fruit aromas form a generic opening, while the palate is perfectly acceptable even with some scratchiness. The flavors are your basic berries and pepper, while the finish is dry and toasty. Good but regular, plain and simple.",Trumpeter,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2009 Trumpeter Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2009-trumpeter-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2009,Rutini 14.2,Red,US,"As candied as a granola health bar, this Zin has flavors of sugared blackberries, roasted almonds, caramel and chocolate. If you like your Zins a little sweet, it's for you.",,25,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 2008 Zinfandel (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-2008-zinfandel-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Zinfandel,2008,Truchard 13.9,Red,US,"At the price, a pretty satisfying Malbec that's a little tight at first, with dark stewy notes, but on balance good texture and finish. It shows plum and black cherry flavors integrated throughout and a touch of Yolo earthiness, too.",,10,85,California,Central Valley,Yolo County,Sawbuck 2008 Malbec (Yolo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawbuck-2008-malbec-central-valley-yolo-county/,Malbec,2008,Sawbuck ,White,France,"Perfumed with white flowers, this wine is crisp, bright and light in character. Lovely, pure acidity is highlighted in an attractive combination.",Loire Valley,14,85,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Sauvion 2010 Loire Valley Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauvion-2010-loire-valley-sauvignon-blanc-touraine/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Sauvion 14.8,Red,US,"A strongly flavored, rustic wine, whose jagged tannins frame jammy cherry, berry and mocha flavors. Drink now.",,19,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Courtney Benham 2008 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2008-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Courtney Benham 14.9,Red,US,"Dry and thin, with diluted cherry flavors. Oak fortunately adds needed vanilla and smoky char richness. The lack of fruity concentration accentuates the alcohol and acidity. Drink now.",,48,85,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Dutch Henry Winery 2009 Pinot Noir (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutch-henry-winery-2009-pinot-noir-napa-mount-veeder/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dutch Henry Winery 14.8,Red,US,"So ultraripe and fruity in blackberry and cherry jam, it's almost sweet, an impression aided by caramelized oak. Beyond the flavor, the wine is fairly simple and direct.",,35,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Godwin 2004 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/godwin-2004-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2004,Godwin 12,Red,Italy,"The Il Tralcetto line of wines is packaged with a real grape vine clipping looped over the neck of the bottle. Inside is a fresh and easy expression of Merlot that is redolent of cherry, raspberry and spice.",Il Tralcetto,12,85,Veneto,Piave,,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 2008 Il Tralcetto Merlot (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cescon-italo-storia-e-vini-2008-il-tralcetto-merlot-piave/,Merlot,2008,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 14.9,Red,US,"A little light-bodied for a Zinfandel, with the silky texture of Pinot Noir, but the flavors are strong and ripe. The raspberries and cherries have a roasted edge, like pie filling, while the finish is somewhat sweet.",Zydeco,28,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,R & B Cellars 2008 Zydeco Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-b-cellars-2008-zydeco-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,R & B Cellars 12.5,Red,Italy,"Refosco is a ruby-colored indigenous grape from northern Italy that offers bright berry aromas followed by light spice and earthy shadings. The wine is thin and crisp with an easy, watery finish.",,,85,,Delle Venezie,,Zimòr 2007 Refosco (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zimor-2007-italian-red-refosco-delle-venezie/,Refosco,2007,Zimòr 14.7,Red,US,"A rough-and-ready, country-style blend for drinking with barbecue and similar fare. It's dry, tannic and cherry-raspberry fruity, with a spicy finish.",,23,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stella Grey 2009 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stella-grey-2009-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2009,Stella Grey 11.5,White,Spain,"Whets the whistle with floral aromas of jasmine, talcum powder and banana. The palate is juicy, tight and citrusy in feel, with lime and kiwi flavors. A light wine for fresh foods and simple summer settings.",Sangre de Toro,10,85,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Torres 2010 Sangre de Toro White (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2010-sangre-de-toro-white-catalunya/,White Blend,2010,Torres 13,Red,Italy,"This is a simple, streamlined red wine that opens with bright aromas of cherry, blackberry and light shadings of dark spice. It has a crisp, easy-going mouthfeel that would pair with appetizers or pizza.",,11,85,,Delle Venezie,,Torre di Luna 2007 Cabernet (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-luna-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-delle-venezie/,Cabernet,2007,Torre di Luna 12.5,White,Spain,"Big and sort of disinterested for Albariño, with a clipped, citrusy palate that's choppy, salinic and green. There's green melon and minerality here, but for a new-vintage wine it seems middling in its focus and intensity.",,19,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Valmiñor 2010 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valminor-2010-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2010,Valmiñor 14.5,Red,US,"Fruity and simple, with a bubblegummy sweetness to the raspberries and cherries. Pleasant rather than complex, and not likely an ager.",,35,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sonoma-Loeb 2009 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-loeb-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Sonoma-Loeb 13.8,Red,US,"One of the best under-$10 Pinots in California. It's dry and silky, with raspberry, cola, cinnamon, clove and vanilla flavors. A good wine to introduce novices to the beauties of Pinot Noir.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Smoking Loon 12.5,Rose,Australia,"This medium-bodied rosé of Sangiovese features slightly confected aromas of strawberries and cherries, followed by simple, fruity flavors balanced by crisp acidity. Drink it over the summer months.",Y Series Sangiovese,12,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2010 Y Series Sangiovese Rosé (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2010-series-sangiovese-rose-south/,Rosé,2010,Yalumba ,Red,US,"This is quite far along the aging curve, dark and showing brick along the edges. The nose has some interesting brown sugar nuances, plenty of stiff tannins, and mature, secondary fruit aromas. Smooth, ripe and ready to drink.",,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Hyatt 2006 Merlot (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-2006-merlot-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Merlot,2006,Hyatt 12.5,Rose,France,"Caramel aromas along with ripe strawberry flavors give an underlying softness. It has some acidity, certainly, giving a lift to this attractive wine that comes from vines in the hills above Nuits Saint-Georges.",,12,85,Burgundy,Hautes Côtes de Nuits,,Manuel Olivier 2008 Hautes Côtes de Nuits,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2008-rose-hautes-cotes-nuits/,Rosé,2008,Manuel Olivier 13.5,Red,France,"Straightforward but good, here's an easy-drinking everyday wine with light tannins, a satisfyingly round mouthfeel and assertive dark fruit flavors. A touch of milk chocolate appears on the close.",,11,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2009 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2009-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2009,Les Jamelles 13,White,France,"Soft pear and apple juice flavored wine, with light acidity, rather dilute in character.",Fourchaume Premier Cru,38,85,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine L. Chatelain 2008 Fourchaume Premier Cru (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-l-chatelain-2008-fourchaume-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine L. Chatelain 13,Red,France,"At Jessiaume, the wines can sometimes be overextracted. That's the case here—it has plenty of attractive red cherry fruit, but also has bitter, tough tannins and layers of wood, leaving a burnt taste.",Beaune Cent-Vignes Premier Cru,45,85,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Jessiaume 2008 Beaune Cent-Vignes Premier Cru (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jessiaume-2008-beaune-cent-vignes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Jessiaume 13,White,France,"The B&G line doesn't disappoint in value, and here you get a delicious Chard for under $10. Vibrant tropical fruit, melon, and peach fill the round mouth, and though the finish is short it is also clean. Drink now.",Reserve,8,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 2010 Reserve Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2010-reserve-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2010,Barton & Guestier 14.2,White,US,"Lots of sweet oak on this Chardonnay, giving it domineering buttered toast and caramel flavors. The underlying wine is rich and ripe in pineapples.",,29,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Carmel Hills Winery 2009 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-hills-winery-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Carmel Hills Winery 13.5,White,Argentina,"Aromas of talcum powder, lime and melon are simple, sweet and pretty good. The palate is clean and zesty, with gooseberry, melon and citrus flavors. Quite fruity and long on the finish for such a basic NV Sauvignon.",,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Amadores NV Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amadores-nv-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,,Amadores 14.5,White,US,"An easy Chardonnay, simple and pleasing in pineapple jam, tangerine, sweet vanilla and buttered toast flavors. Ready to drink now.",Twisted Sisters,20,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Calcareous 2009 Twisted Sisters Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2009-twisted-sisters-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2009,Calcareous 13.7,Red,US,"Good, rich blackberry, black pepper, red licorice, bacon and sandalwood flavors in this dark, dry, tannic wine. The acidity is strong, though, giving the wine a bite. Drink now.",,35,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Carmel Hills Winery 2009 Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-hills-winery-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Syrah,2009,Carmel Hills Winery 12.5,Red,Spain,"Stony apple aromas are mostly neutral and lead to a fleshy, semisoft palate with citrus, kiwi and notes of oxidation. Nice and easy but sort of plump and bland. The finish indicates that it's starting to bend and will break sooner rather than later. Drink now.",,12,85,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Verdes Castros 2009 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verdes-castros-2009-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2009,Verdes Castros 12.8,Red,Bosnia and Herzegovina,"Toasted oak and cedar notes meld into lush, ripe black plums on the nose and palate of this fruit-forward, richly concentrated wine from Bosnia and Herzegovina. It's a straightforward, accessible wine, but well balanced with smooth tannins and a bright acidity",Vranac,13,85,Mostar,,,Winery Čitluk 2007 Vranac Vranec (Mostar),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winery-citluk-2007-vranac-other-red-vranec-mostar/,Vranec,2007,Winery Čitluk 12,White,Australia,"An unusual blend of 37% Verdelho, 32% Viognier and 31% Sémillon, this is a fragrant yet not overbearing white, with rather simple grapefruity flavors and a round, ample feel on the palate despite carrying a modest alcohol level of 12%.",Stickleback White,22,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Heartland 2009 Stickleback White White (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heartland-2009-stickleback-white-south/,White Blend,2009,Heartland 14.1,Red,US,"Made with a splash of Cabernet Franc, this wine is soft, a little sweet and oaky. Fifty percent new French barrels shows up in the form of butterscotch and vanilla, while the underlying grape flavors of blackberries and cherries are tasty. Drink now.",,25,85,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Peter Cellars 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-cellars-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Peter Cellars 12,White,Australia,"This medium-bodied Pinot Grigio blends underripe pear notes with hints of nasturtium and flintiness, while a hint of bitterness emerges on the finish. Overall, it's clean, correct and refreshing.",,10,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 2010 Pinot Grigio (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-south/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Oxford Landing 13.9,Red,US,"A good starter Pinot, if you're just learning about the variety. It's properly dry and silky, with red cherry, Dr. Pepper cola and spice flavors.",,16,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Courtney Benham 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtney-benham-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Courtney Benham 5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Moncalvina is a soapy, creamy expression of Moscato d'Asti that delivers sweet pulses of stone fruit, honey, acacia, melon and pressed flowers. Pair it with fruit-based desserts such as peach pudding, apple pie or custard.",Moncalvina,,85,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Coppo 2009 Moncalvina (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-2009-moncalvina-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2009,Coppo 13.5,White,France,"The bouquet is mildly intense, with soft pear and delicate apple skin as the only distinguishable elements. More apple and bitter citrus appear in the mouth, with almost a hoppy character developing on the finish. Drink now.",,13,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaines Paul Mas 2009 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-paul-mas-2009-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaines Paul Mas ,Red,US,"Simple and everyday, with cherry and blackberry jam flavors. Good and dry, but could use extra layers of complexity and depth. Still, it's not bad for the price. Drink now.",Turn 4,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bennett Lane 2008 Turn 4 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-lane-2008-turn-4-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bennett Lane ,Red,US,"Dark, with a complex nose mixing very ripe, raisiny fruit with smoke and a hint of spoilage. The wine seems pushed just over the edge, losing focus and definition. The fruit quickly gives way to leaf and forest floor flavors in an herbal, earthy finish.",Roza Hills Vineyard Reserve,19,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Silver Lake 2007 Roza Hills Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2007-roza-hills-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Silver Lake 13.5,White,Spain,"Recommended with caution. The sample this note is based on was weighty and smooth, with apple and floral notes and then an almosty buttery palate with baked apple and citrus flavors. Oddly, it's a soft, ripe wine that's fading and not showing much Sauvignon Blanc typicity.",,10,85,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Spanish Vines 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spanish-vines-2009-sauvignon-blanc-mancha/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Spanish Vines 13.5,Red,US,"Starts off a bit green and stemmy in aroma, and in the mouth, tannins overwhelm the cherry-berry fruit. Good and dry, but a bit underripe and simple. Drink now.",Vintner's Reserve,18,85,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2009 Vintner's Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2009-vintners-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Kendall-Jackson 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Clean as anyone should reasonably expect given the almost unheard-of price. It offers solid cherry and blackberry flavors, while the mouthfeel is round and totally inoffensive. Drink it now; cook with it; make a sangria with it. Just enjoy it.",,4,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Toca Diamonte 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toca-diamonte-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Toca Diamonte 14.4,White,Croatia,"Rich with butter, cream and caramel popcorn, this Croatian blend of Malvasia and Chardonnay with a hefty dose of new French oak is luscious both on the nose and palate. Savory in style with hints of salted butter, it's an interesting example of Croatian wine made in a decidedly international style.",Nevina,35,85,Istria,,,Saints Hills 2009 Nevina White (Istria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saints-hills-2009-nevina-white-istria/,White Blend,2009,Saints Hills 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Here's a crisp by-the-glass style of Pinot that's bringing good cherry and raspberry aromas, mild spice notes, and then a firm but lean body with plenty of acidity to propel crisp, cutting flavors of red plum and tart berry. Light and sheering but not sour or too thin.",Portillo Estate Bottled,10,85,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Salentein 2009 Portillo Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2009-portillo-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-uco-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Salentein 12,Red,Italy,"Rosso Convento is a 50-50 blend of Merlot and Cabernet made from organically grown fruit in northern Italy. This is a simple but genuine wine that would pair with easy pasta dishes or take-home pizza. The mouthfeel is firm, tight and streamlined.",Rosso Convento,12,85,Veneto,Piave,,Pizzolato 2009 Rosso Convento Red (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-2009-rosso-convento-red-piave/,Red Blend,2009,Pizzolato 15.1,Red,US,"There's an unripe streak that mars this otherwise fine Petite Sirah, with its blackberry fruit. It's not just the black pepper, it's a note of green tannins that's pretty subtle, but it's there, and lowers the score. Hard to see the wine developing.",Estate,50,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Zichichi Family Vineyard 2007 Estate Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zichichi-family-vineyard-2007-estate-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Zichichi Family Vineyard 14.7,Red,US,"At more than four years of age, this Cabernet is as good as it will ever be. It's soft and gentle in black raspberry and cherry jam flavors, with a sugary sweet finish.",,26,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Wilson 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Wilson 12.5,Red,France,"There is a depth of flavor and concentration from low-yield old vines. The style gives raspberry flavors and acidity, with a light tannic character.",Vieilles Vignes,19,85,Burgundy,Hautes Côtes de Nuits,,Manuel Olivier 2008 Vieilles Vignes (Hautes Côtes de Nuits),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-2008-vieilles-vignes-pinot-noir-hautes-cotes-nuits/,Pinot Noir,2008,Manuel Olivier 14,Red,US,"A good, somewhat rustic Merlot, with cherry liqueur, sweet tobacco and white pepper flavors. Drink this pleasant wine now with a nice roast chicken.",Estate,20,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2008 Estate Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2008-estate-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2008,Alexander Valley Vineyards 15,Red,US,"Some pruny overripeness shows up in this Syrah, while masses of sweetly charred oak give a candied taste. Although the wine is technically dry, it's a bit clumsy. Give it a good decant and drink now.",,50,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Arns 2006 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arns-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2006,Arns 12.5,White,France,"This straightforward wine is tasty and approachable, with flavors of red apple, hard peach and orange acidity. Round and satisfying in the mouth; drink up.",Celebration,12,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Château de la Tuilerie 2009 Celebration Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tuilerie-2009-celebration-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2009,Château de la Tuilerie 12,Red,Italy,"Here's a bright, ruby-colored Pinot Noir that opens with vibrant aromas of wild berry, raspberry and blue flower. There's a hint of white almond on the close and the wine end with fresh but simple fruit flavors.",Famiglia Cielo,,85,,Delle Venezie,,Cielo e Terra 2009 Famiglia Cielo Pinot Noir (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cielo-e-terra-2009-famiglia-pinot-noir-delle-venezie/,Pinot Noir,2009,Cielo e Terra 14,Red,Italy,"This lean Nebbiolo d'Alba opens with greenish notes of forest floor and bramble, followed by spice, cola and wild berry. There's a sharp, rubbery note at the back and the wine closes with a focused, firm feel.",,15,85,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Luca Bosio 2007 Nebbiolo d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosio-2007-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,2007,Luca Bosio 13,White,France,"Full-bodied wine, with a hint of toffee to go with the ripe yellow fruits and open texture. Not for aging, it offers ripe pleasure now.",L'Aurore,,85,Burgundy,Mâcon-Chardonnay,,Cave de Lugny 2009 L'Aurore (Mâcon-Chardonnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-lugny-2009-laurore-chardonnay-macon-chardonnay/,Chardonnay,2009,Cave de Lugny 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Opens with soft black fruit aromas, and later orange peel and floral notes enter the picture. This is a ripe style of wine with body and heft. Blackberry, sweet black plum, chocolate and brown sugar control the flavor profile, and while it's sweet and arguably confected, overall it's a solid blend of two hearty grapes.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tilia 2009 Malbec-Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tilia-2009-red-blend-malbec-syrah-mendoza/,Malbec-Syrah,2009,Tilia 13,Red,Italy,"This pure expression of the native Corvina grape opens with a thin ruby appearance and spicy aromas of wild berry and crushed black pepper. The wine is packaged with a glass cork that underscores its identity as an informal, food-friendly Italian red.",Scaia Rosso,11,86,,Del Veneto,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2008 Scaia Rosso Corvina (Del Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2008-scaia-rosso-italian-red-corvina-veneto/,Corvina,2008,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Opens with hard, rubbery, leathery aromas. In the mouth, it's thick and chewy with black fruit but also an herbal edge. There's depth and plenty of oak here, and it finishes sweet and relatively smooth. Starts rough, improves in the middle, and then finishes fairly well.",Trumpeter,12,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2009 Trumpeter Malbec-Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2009-trumpeter-red-blend-malbec-syrah-mendoza/,Malbec-Syrah,2009,Rutini 14.4,Red,US,"This varietal expression of Petit Verdot shows a concentration of coffee liqueur and vanilla flavors that suggest that the barrels overtook the fruit. The alcohol registers 14.4%, and there is plenty of tannin. If you want to taste barrel more than grape, it's a flavorful bottle.",,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Roza Ridge 2008 Petit Verdot (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roza-ridge-2008-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Petit Verdot,2008,Roza Ridge 12.5,Sparkling,France,"Crisp, fresh sparkling wine, lightly creamy but more going towards green fruits, tight acidity. It doesn't need any bottle aging and really should be drunk in the next year to keep its essential freshness.",Brut,17,86,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Manuel Olivier NV Brut (Crémant de Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manuel-olivier-nv-brut-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Sparkling Blend,,Manuel Olivier 14.5,Red,Italy,"You can see the direction Giuseppe Lonardi wanted to take this 50-50 blend of air-dried Corvina grapes and Cabernet Franc: The goal was to make a bold, modern, super-Venetian wine. Instead, the fruit is a tad too ripe and jammy to be balanced and the wine tastes thick, chewy and slightly tannic on the close.",Privilegia,20,86,Veneto,Veronese,,Giuseppe Lonardi 2006 Privilegia Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-lonardi-2006-privilegia-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2006,Giuseppe Lonardi 13,White,France,"Full and soft, this is a ripe and creamy wine, with generous melon and rich apple fruits. It is already delicious, though simple.",,20,86,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly 2009 Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chalet-pouilly-2009-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine du Chalet Pouilly 13,White,France,"Ripe and rich without being overdone, this is a well-balanced Viognier with stone fruit and Anjou pear flavors lifted by accents of peony and orange rind. Vibrant acidity keeps things lively in the mouth, with a refreshingly crisp finish.",Réserve Spéciale,15,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Gérard Bertrand 2009 Réserve Spéciale Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2009-reserve-speciale-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2009,Gérard Bertrand 13.5,Red,Italy,Here's a plump and bright red wine from northern Italy that opens with warm notes of moist earth and bright red cherry. There's a subtle point of sourness on the close followed by crispness and medium persistency.,Piculìt Neri,,86,,Delle Venezie,,Emilio Bulfon 2009 Piculìt Neri Red (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-bulfon-2009-piculit-neri-red-delle-venezie/,Red Blend,2009,Emilio Bulfon 12.5,Sparkling,France,"This Blanquette (made with 90% Mauzac) offers a bouquet full of bright crisp red apple and melon core. The texture is creamy with fine bubbles and medium acidity, and the palate is loaded with satisfying sweet citrus rind and toasty brioche flavors. Drink now.",Brut,20,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Blanquette de Limoux,,Château Rives-Blanques 2008 Brut Sparkling (Blanquette de Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rives-blanques-2008-brut-sparkling-blanquette-limoux/,Sparkling Blend,2008,Château Rives-Blanques 14.5,Red,US,"A good, dry southern Rhône-style blend, whose mouthfeel is as light and silky as a Pinot Noir. The raspberry, red currant, cola, herb and spice flavors are pleasant.",Heritage Cuvée,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2007 Heritage Cuvée Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2007-heritage-cuvee-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Curtis 11,Dessert,Argentina,"For a sweet Chardonnay, this is good and enticing. The nose is clean, with peach, melon and honeyed aromas. The palate is balanced and smooth, with a good blend of stickiness and acidity. Tastes only slightly candied, with melon and mango flavors. A good dessert-style Chard in a field that doesn't have many players.",Cosecha Tardia Late Harvest,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2010 Cosecha Tardia Late Harvest Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2010-cosecha-tardia-late-harvest-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Bodega Norton 12.5,Red,Italy,"This is an easy, fragrant blend that offers simple aromas of cherry, wild berry and white almond. The wine is thin, but crisp with a bright berry finish.",Clamore Rosso Nudo,12,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Astoria 2007 Clamore Rosso Nudo Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2007-clamore-rosso-nudo-red-veneto/,Red Blend,2007,Astoria 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Dusty cherry and raspberry aromas give this wine a clean, inviting opening. The palate is a touch clacky due to choppy tannins, but the flavors of red cherry, plum and red licorice, while narrow in scope, are perfectly nice and tasty. Sort of generic but a good blend of 60% Malbec and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Staccato Organic,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Caligiore 2009 Staccato Organic Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caligiore-2009-staccato-organic-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Caligiore 13,Sparkling,Georgia,"Made in the méthode Champenoise style from Chinebuli, the premium sparkling wine grape of Georgia, Bagrationi's flagship wine is rich and frothy on the tongue with an abundance of fresh apple and floral notes with a long, toasted nut skin finish.",Royal Cuvée Brut,35,86,Georgia,,,Bagrationi 1882 2007 Royal Cuvée Brut Sparkling (Georgia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bagrationi-1882-2007-royal-cuvee-brut-sparkling/,Sparkling Blend,1882,Bagrationi 1882 14.3,Red,Spain,"Smells like a kirsch liqueur on the bouquet. The palate, somewhat surprisingly, is much sharper than the nose, with tangy, zesty flavors of red fruits that some might adore and others will label too thin and sour. Sheer but fresh on the finish, with pulsing acidity. Personally, I find this rather sharp and wanting, given the origin.",Torre de Golbán Reserva,20,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Atalayas de Golbán 2005 Torre de Golbán Reserva (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atalayas-golban-2005-torre-reserva-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2005,Atalayas de Golbán 13.8,Red,US,"Lots going on in this under-$20 Pinot. Made from Carneros and southern Napa grapes, it's a dry, crisply acidic and delicately structured wine, with raspberry, cherry and cola flavors, discretely touched with oak.",,19,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Aquinas 2009 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aquinas-2009-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Aquinas 13,White,Australia,"Although labeled Verdelho, this medium- to full-bodied wine contains a noticeable 14% Sauvignon Blanc. As a result, there's a slightly sweaty, pungent aspect to its aroma, and the almost sweet, peachy notes are balanced by tart, grapefruity ones. Drink now.",Potts' Catch,15,86,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bleasdale 2008 Potts' Catch Verdelho (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bleasdale-2008-potts-catch-spanish-white-verdelho-langhorne-creek/,Verdelho,2008,Bleasdale 13,White,Spain,"Delicate and lithe Sauvignon Blanc from Navarra? Interesting. Tastes sort of Galician due to its clean, tropical pineapple, citrus and green apple flavors. Like a fruit salad with more acidity; doesn't taste particularly Sauvignon-ish, but likable nonetheless.",Orchidea,13,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Inurrieta 2009 Orchidea Sauvignon Blanc (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inurrieta-2009-orchidea-sauvignon-blanc-navarra/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Inurrieta 13,White,France,"Laurent Miquel has built a solid reputation making clean wines at a superb value, and this one doesn't disappoint. Fresh and lively notes of sweet pea and honeysuckle mingle with ripe tropical fruit and clementine citrus. Drink now.",Père et Fils,10,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laurent Miquel 2010 Père et Fils Chardonnay-Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-miquel-2010-pere-fils-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2010,Laurent Miquel 13.5,White,France,"Honeysuckle and fresh grass mingle with aromas of nectarine and apricot pit on the bouquet, while the mouth offers vibrant flavors of sweet citrus and juicy fresh peach slices. Balanced and easy to drink with a kiss of toast on the close. Drink now.",Nord Sud,14,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laurent Miquel 2009 Nord Sud Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-miquel-2009-nord-sud-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2009,Laurent Miquel 12.5,White,US,"A négociant wine, sharp and spicy, with vivid acidity and some real punch in the midpalate. The flavors suggest thistle and fern – real Northwest fare – rather than riper fruit. It sets up well in the mouth and despite alcohol listed at just 12.5%, has good presence and power.",,18,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Hedgeline 2009 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedgeline-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Hedgeline 14,Red,Argentina,"After not having seen this Tempranillo in several years, I'm reminded of why the variety is shaky at best in Argentina. This bottling, with its weight and obvious oak, is slightly raisiny on the nose and then big, cheesy and earthy on the palate. It has heft but a wiry feel, and the finish is full of leather, tobacco and dried fruit flavors. Drink now.",Q,20,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2007 Q Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2007-q-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2007,Zuccardi 11.5,White,Australia,"This Pinot Grigio is ripe and round without being overly heavy, marrying muskmelon and nectarine flavors to a cool, refreshing finish. Drink now.",Reserve,12,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yellow Tail 2009 Reserve Pinot Grigio (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-2009-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-south-eastern/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Yellow Tail 13.4,Red,US,"Almost as pale in color as a rosé, this Pinot has a light, silky mouthfeel. It's forward and pleasant in raspberry and cherry flavors, kissed with a bit of oak. Drink now.",Hidden Hills Vineyard,35,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Carmel Hills Winery 2009 Hidden Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-hills-winery-2009-hidden-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Carmel Hills Winery 14,Red,Spain,"Dry, herbal aromas mix with a light cherry perfume and lemon peel. The palate is a bit sharp but it's clean and fresh, with dry, crisp cherry flavors mixing with hints of coffee and black pepper. Finishes light and dry; a tapas wine for sure.",Proyecto Cu4tro,12,86,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Bodegas Concavins 2006 Proyecto Cu4tro Red (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-concavins-2006-proyecto-cu4tro-red-catalunya/,Red Blend,2006,Bodegas Concavins ,Red,US,"Though labeled varietally, almost a quarter of the blend is Malbec, along with a two percent splash of Syrah. Herbal and showing scents of stem along with peppery black fruits, this tannic and inexpensive red would be a fine match for a pot roast or stew. Black olive and smoke flavors weave into the finish.",,13,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Buried Cane 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buried-cane-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Buried Cane 14.2,Red,US,"So ripe in pineapple tart, lime custard and lemon chiffon pie, so sweet in caramelized oak and vanilla, that it's almost a dessert wine. Delicious, but needs to rein in the richness and make the finish dry and crisp, not sugary.",Estate,28,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,McIntyre Vineyards 2009 Estate Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcintyre-2009-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,McIntyre Vineyards 15.5,Red,US,"A good, supple red wine, made from an unusual blend of Cabernet, Petite Sirah, Zinfandel and Mourvèdre. It's soft and fruity in raspberries, vanilla and toast, and is slightly sweet. The alcohol is 15.5%.",Train Wreck,48,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pomar Junction 2008 Train Wreck Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomar-junction-2008-train-wreck-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2008,Pomar Junction 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a fun and cheerful Merlot that should be consumed with informal meals at home. The wine is not aged in oak and consequently, you taste fresh fruit notes of cherry and blueberry. It's soft, easy and smooth on the close.",,16,86,Veneto,Piave,,Moletto 2007 Merlot (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2007-merlot-piave/,Merlot,2007,Moletto 12.5,White,Spain,"Round and lemony on the nose, with apple and minerality. The palate is juicy and fresh, with dry, angular pineapple and lemon flavors. Short and acidic in the mouth, but fresh and clean throughout. This is Basque white wine, take it or leave it.",,18,86,Northern Spain,Bizkaiko Txakolina,,Gorka Izagirre 2009 White (Bizkaiko Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorka-izagirre-2009-white-bizkaiko-txakolina/,White Blend,2009,Gorka Izagirre 14.5,Red,US,"There's a funky smell, like a sweaty horse, alongside strong oak notes. As a result, the underlying grape fruit flavor seems tamped down, an impression contributed to by hard tannins. The conclusion is of a tough, young and awkward young Cabernet.",Creek Block,45,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jericho Canyon Vineyard 2006 Creek Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jericho-canyon-vineyard-2006-creek-block-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Jericho Canyon Vineyard 14,Red,Australia,"Tannic, crisp and borderline unfriendly when tasted on its own, this is a firmly structured, berry-and-earth-inflected dry red that should be paired with rare steaks or burgers in order for it to shine.",,20,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Kangarilla Road 2009 Sangiovese (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kangarilla-road-2009-sangiovese-mclaren-vale/,Sangiovese,2009,Kangarilla Road 13,White,France,"A soft, buttery wine, full and fat, that shows rich fruit flavors. Warm spice and toast wrap around apricot and pear fruits, light acidity well integrated. To drink now.",,,86,Burgundy,Rully,,Maison Champy 2009 Rully,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-champy-2009-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2009,Maison Champy 13.5,White,France,"Fresh apple, green grass, dandelion and a touch of soft smoke emanate from the glass, transitioning to flavors of gingered peach and spicy orange on the palate. Medium weight and well structured with nice complexity and evolution. Drink now.",,11,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2009 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2009-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2009,Les Jamelles 13,Rose,France,"Fresh and lively with notes of red cherry, strawberry and sweet citrus oil throughout. There's prickly acidity in the mouth that lingers through the clean, mouthwatering finish. Drink now.",Père et Fils Cinsault-Syrah,10,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Laurent Miquel 2010 Père et Fils Cinsault-Syrah Rosé (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-miquel-2010-pere-fils-cinsault-syrah-rose-vin-pays-doc/,Rosé,2010,Laurent Miquel 14,Red,Argentina,"Cola, black fruit and a pinch of green herbs define the bouquet on this solid bargain Cabernet. The palate has a good, healthy feel and flavors of roasted berry, pepper and cola. Finishes mildly minty yet juicy.",Portillo Estate Bottled,10,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Salentein 2008 Portillo Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2008-portillo-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-uco-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Salentein 13.5,White,US,"There's not much Sauvignon Blanc grown in this cool region of the Russian River Valley, which makes this bottling a curiosity. It has excellent acidity and is flavorful in Meyer lemon, lime, vanilla and honeysuckle flower flavors, but is a little too sweet to earn a higher score.",,28,86,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Stephen & Walker 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-green-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Stephen & Walker 13,Red,Italy,"Perfect for appetizers or bite-sized pizzas, this bright expression of Corvina (one of the native grapes used in the production of Amarone) shows loads of berry and wild berry aromas.",,20,86,Veneto,Veronese,,Ronca 2008 Corvina (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronca-2008-italian-red-corvina-veronese/,Corvina,2008,Ronca 13,White,US,"Good price for this dry, crisp and stylish Pinot Grigio. Easy to drink as a cocktail sipper, with lemon and lime sour candy flavors that sweeten toward the end with a hit of honey.",,8,86,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2009 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Smoking Loon ,White,France,"Full, ripe wine, lightly smoky in character. There are flavors of mandarin orange and lime enveloped within a mineral structure.",Loire Valley,30,86,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Sauvion 2010 Loire Valley (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauvion-2010-loire-valley-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Sauvion ,Red,US,"Soft and ripe, with fruit flavors that border on raisin and prune, this nicely bottle-aged Merlot is good to go right now. In fact, it could pass for an older wine, or perhaps a nonvintage blend; it's smooth and mature, with good balance and very soft tannins.",,16,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2007 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2007,Chateau Ste. Michelle 13,White,France,"While the aroma is characteristically herbaceous, the palate is softer, with a rounded grassy, gooseberry flavor. It's clean, fresh, with just a tang of orange zest.",,14,86,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Domaine Guenault 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-guenault-2009-sauvignon-blanc-touraine/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Domaine Guenault 12.5,Red,Italy,"Made with the little-known Marzemino grape, this medium-bodied wine delivers fresh acidity and lively aromas of wild berries, raspberry, cherry and white almond. The wine would pair nicely with vegetable risotto.",Mazane,17,86,,Garda,,Costaripa 2008 Mazane Marzemino (Garda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costaripa-2008-mazane-italian-red-marzemino-garda/,Marzemino,2008,Costaripa 12.5,White,Australia,"Like its stablemate Pinot Grigio from producer Thorne Clark, this Pinot Gris carries a faint copper-pink cast to its hue, and it also has a fairly broad mouthfeel. The pear and melon flavors are pleasant, making it an easy-drinking medium-bodied white with wide appeal.",,13,86,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Cool Woods 2009 Pinot Gris (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cool-woods-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-eden-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Cool Woods 13.5,White,US,"Nicely dry and crisp in acidity, with good varietal flavors of lemons, limes, grapefruits, green grass and white pepper. There's also a lot of feline emission, so if you're sensitive to that, you won't like it.",Redwood Ranch Vineyard Select,20,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Field Stone 2009 Redwood Ranch Vineyard Select Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/field-stone-2009-redwood-ranch-vineyard-select-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Field Stone 14,Red,Spain,"Hard and roasted on the nose, with molasses, leather and other less-than-fruity aromas. It's narrow and clampy in the mouth, with herbal, distant flavors of peppery red fruits. Shows some roughness and tannic bite on the finish, and also a bit of stemminess. Good but for the price and vintage it has some weaknesses.",Finca Valdelagua,30,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Casa del Valle 2005 Finca Valdelagua Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-valle-2005-finca-valdelagua-red-vino-tierra-castilla/,Red Blend,2005,Casa del Valle 12.5,White,France,"Saint-Bris to the west of Chablis is noted for its Sauvignon Blanc. This wine has an attractive grassy character, showing good tangy freshness, orange zest and grapefruit. Screwcap.",,13,86,Burgundy,Saint-Bris,,La Chablisienne 2009 Saint-Bris,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2009-sauvignon-blanc-saint-bris/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,La Chablisienne 12.5,White,France,"Clean, fresh Chablis, with white fruit and greengage plum flavors, giving it a deliciously juicy character, textured by grapefruit peel and lemongrass spice.",La Pierrelée,21,86,Burgundy,Chablis,,La Chablisienne 2009 La Pierrelée (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chablisienne-2009-pierrelee-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,La Chablisienne 11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This luminous Prosecco from Santa Margerita (of Pinot Grigio fame) offers bright aromas of stone fruit, citrus, melon and field flowers. The wine is creamy smooth in the mouth thanks to the foamy quality of its bubbles.",Brut,19,86,Veneto,Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore,,Santa Margherita NV Brut (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-margherita-nv-brut-sparkling-prosecco-conegliano-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore/,Prosecco,,Santa Margherita 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Smoky, spicy and a bit jammy on the nose; this Bonarda loads up on black fruits and floral characteristics. It's a good, honest interpretation of the grape, and it's a solid bet for pizza and burgers. A bit syrupy in the mouth and on the finish, with a candied lushness that makes it soft in the long run.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tilia 2009 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tilia-2009-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2009,Tilia 13.5,Red,Spain,"Fresh and fruity on the nose, and inviting for what it is: a basic Garnacha with color, spirit and lots of blackberry and plum flavors. The palate is tight and rubbery, but overall this is a fine value despite its short, simple finish.",Old Vine,11,86,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Monastir 2008 Old Vine Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monastir-2008-old-vine-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2008,Monastir 14.2,Red,US,"Delicious in black cherry pie filling flavor, with a smoky, spicy pie crust analog from oak. That's good, but the wine is excessively soft, lacking vital structure.",Kimberly Vineyard,19,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,McIntyre Vineyards 2008 Kimberly Vineyard Merlot (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcintyre-2008-kimberly-vineyard-merlot-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Merlot,2008,McIntyre Vineyards 14.1,Red,US,"This is a very big, powerfully extracted Pinot Noir. It is not currently showing much varietal character. Feels like it was made by someone who knows how to make Cabernet, and brings that mindset to Pinot. The wine is full-bodied, thick, heavy and enormously concentrated in raspberries and cherries. Could change over time, but there's not much point in aging it.",,46,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Stephen & Walker 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Stephen & Walker 13.5,White,Spain,"Barrel toast is front and center on the creamy, vanilla-laden bouquet. This white Garnacha features good body and balance, but the barrel influence is unavoidable and dominant. Resiny, toasty and showing some apple along the way.",La Miranda de Secastilla Garnacha Blanca,15,86,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Viñas del Vero 2009 La Miranda de Secastilla Garnacha Blanca Grenache Blanc (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinas-vero-2009-miranda-secastilla-garnacha-blanca-other-white-grenache-blanc-somontano/,Grenache Blanc,2009,Viñas del Vero 12,Red,Italy,"This easygoing blend of Merlot and other grapes that are native to Verona delivers bright cherry flavors with blueberry and white almond. The wine is aged in stainless steel in order to maintain its aromatic freshness, although it really does have enough heft and determination to pair with light meat dishes.",Romeo,10,86,,Delle Venezie,,Tommasi 2009 Romeo Red (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2009-romeo-red-delle-venezie/,Red Blend,2009,Tommasi 13.5,White,Australia,"This is a rather thick and viscous rendering of Viognier, with pear and pineapple fruit that makes a powerful statement while at the same time lacking a little bit of complexity. Finishes tart.",,20,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,West Cape Howe 2008 Viognier (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/west-cape-howe-2008-viognier-western/,Viognier,2008,West Cape Howe ,Red,US,"Well along the maturity curve, this has a butterscotch base and a very soft midpalate, with hints of strawberry fruit and pepper. The finish rolls into a seamless caramel fog, tasty but diffuse.",,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Hyatt 2008 Zinfandel (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-2008-zinfandel-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Zinfandel,2008,Hyatt 14.8,Red,US,"A good, rugged Zinfandel, tannic and spicy, with a rustic mouthfeel framing wild berry, currant, licorice, beef jerky and spice flavors. Drink now with spicy pork, beef and chicken dishes.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Haraszthy 2008 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haraszthy-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Haraszthy 14.9,Red,US,"Smells a little funky and leathery, with an exaggeratedly sweet taste to the blackberries and cherries. The end impression is of a wine that's certainly ripe, but a little awkward, maybe even problematic. Seems best now.",Riva di Levante,75,86,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Cimarossa 2007 Riva di Levante Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cimarossa-2007-riva-levante-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cimarossa 12,White,France,"On the rich side for a Muscadet, with acidity adding to the yeast, citrus and grapefruit flavors. There is a great zingy character, finishing with intense acidity.",,14,86,Loire Valley,Muscadet Côtes de Grandlieu,,Domaine du Haut Bourg 2009 Muscadet Côtes de Grandlieu,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-haut-bourg-2009-other-white-melon-muscadet-cotes-grandlieu/,Melon,2009,Domaine du Haut Bourg 13,Rose,France,"Piercingly fresh, delicious rosé from the Touraine region. It is crisp and dry, although with some caramel softness, bursting with red berry fruits.",Eros,16,86,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Domaine des Pierrettes 2009 Eros Rosé (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pierrettes-2009-eros-rose-touraine/,Rosé,2009,Domaine des Pierrettes 15.5,Red,US,"This very strongly flavored Cabernet isn't showing much subtlety. It offers a blast of ripe blackberries and black currants, with notes of dark chocolate and sweet smoky notes from oak. High alcohol gives it a little heat in the finish. Drink now.",,34,86,California,Central Coast,York Mountain,Calcareous 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (York Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcareous-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-york-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Calcareous 14,Red,US,"Give a good shot of air in a decanter to this Syrah before you pour it. Fresh out of the bottle, it's all candied cherry and black raspberry fruit. Oxygen will help soften it and bring out earthy, herbal complexities.",Estate,20,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2008 Estate Syrah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2008-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Syrah,2008,Alexander Valley Vineyards 12,Red,Italy,"Fastened with a tiny grapevine clipping on the neck of the bottle, this easygoing Merlot from northern Italy offers simple aromas of cherry, wild berry and moderate spice. The wine would make a great pairing partner to pasta with veal ragù.",Il Tralcetto,12,86,Veneto,Piave,,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 2007 Il Tralcetto Merlot (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cescon-italo-storia-e-vini-2007-il-tralcetto-merlot-piave/,Merlot,2007,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 13,White,France,"Full-bodied and round, this is a hefty Viognier that is aged an average of 12 months in barrel on the lees. Grilled peach, roasted nuts and buttercream abound on the nose and mouth and remain through the lengthy close. With its weight and density, try with cream-based seafood entrées like lobster newburg.",Madame de,40,86,France Other,Vin de Pays des Coteaux de L'Ardeche,,Château de la Selve 2008 Madame de Viognier (Vin de Pays des Coteaux de L'Ardeche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-selve-2008-madame-viognier-vin-pays-coteaux-lardeche/,Viognier,2008,Château de la Selve ,Sparkling,France,An everyday sparkler with a nice toasted nuttiness mingling with solid and persistent baked green apple and citrus pith flavors. The mouth is creamy with fine carbonation and medium acidity. Drink now.,Cuvée Stéphi Ebullience,18,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Crémant de Limoux,,Bourgeois Family NV Cuvée Stéphi Ebullience Sparkling (Crémant de Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bourgeois-family-nv-cuvee-stephi-ebullience-sparkling-cremant-limoux/,Sparkling Blend,,Bourgeois Family 13,Red,Italy,"This bright Refosco Riserva offers bitter notes of white cherry and cranberry followed by light spice and toasted nut. It's a lively, fresh red wine with a citrusy, crisp close. Pair it with chicken in creamy mushroom sauce and wild rice.",Roggio dei Roveri Riserva,,86,Veneto,Lison-Pramaggiore,,Bosco del Merlo 2005 Roggio dei Roveri Riserva Refosco (Lison-Pramaggiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosco-merlo-2005-roggio-roveri-riserva-italian-red-refosco-lison-pramaggiore/,Refosco,2005,Bosco del Merlo 13.5,White,US,"This Chardonnay has good flavors of pineapples, golden mangos, green apples and honey. It's pretty good, but one drawback is that the acidity is very strong, almost overpowering.",,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Bookster 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bookster-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Bookster 13.2,White,Argentina,"The nose is like a glass of fresh-poured Sprite but without the burning fizz. The palate has a cidery feel and direct flavors of lime, green apple and not fully ripe pineapple. Finishes a little pithy and bitter, with some of Torrontés' notorious burn. Good Torrontés for immediate drinking.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2010 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2010-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Bodega Norton 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Deep purple in color, with an inky nose that brings licorice and jammy black fruit aromas. This is a lush, soft-bodied style of Syrah with a meaty mouthfeel and candied, jammy flavors of blackberry and stewed black cherry. Finishes sweet and chocolaty; could use a bit more structure and spine.",Reserva,20,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2007 Reserva Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2007-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2007,Bodega Norton 14.5,Red,US,"Made from the Italian varieties of Dolcetto, Refosco and Nebbiolo, this wine is very dry, tannic, acidic and extracted in blackberry and cherry jam and stewed prune flavors. It's a rough, rustic wine that finishes a little hot. Needs rich meat stews to tame it.",La Vita,60,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Bargetto 2006 La Vita Red (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2006-vita-red-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Red Blend,2006,Bargetto 13,Red,Italy,"Il Groto is an easy blend of red grapes that are native to the Verona area in northern Italy. This is the kind of wine you'll want to pair with informal, home-cooked meat dishes like stew or roast beef. Aromas here include cherry, almond and a touch of sweet vanilla.",Il Groto,14,86,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Aldegheri 2007 Il Groto Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aldegheri-2007-il-groto-red-rosso-veronese/,Red Blend,2007,Aldegheri 14,Red,Argentina,"Slightly granular smelling and seemingly oversized on the bouquet. In the mouth it folds itself back into standard form, with earthy, jammy flavors of wild berry and spice. Seems a touch heavy and slightly green on the finish, but overall it gets the job done.",,13,86,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Alberti 154 2009 Merlot (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alberti-154-2009-merlot-tupungato/,Merlot,2009,Alberti 154 13.5,White,France,"This unoaked Roussanne is fresh and fragrant, with loads of white florals, tropical fruit, peach and a touch of baby powder. The mouth is ripe and crisp with balanced acidity and a juicy lime-infused finish. Drink now.",Domaine de Lancyre,24,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays de Montferrand,,Château de Lancyre 2009 Domaine de Lancyre Roussanne (Vin de Pays de Montferrand),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lancyre-2009-domaine-roussanne-vin-pays-montferrand/,Roussanne,2009,Château de Lancyre 13,Red,Italy,"A pure expression of the Raboso grape (a native variety of northern Italy), Rabià is a dark wine with meaty, thick aromas of mature blackberry and sour cherry. The wine delivers soft tannins, good density and a touch of bitter fruit on the close.",Rabià,35,86,Veneto,Piave,,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 2005 Rabià Raboso (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cescon-italo-storia-e-vini-2005-rabia-italian-red-raboso-piave/,Raboso,2005,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Earthy and spicy on the nose, with tomato and raisin but also some herbal green, which is likely attributable to the 50% Cabernet in this Malbec-CS blend. Tame on the palate, with tomatoey notes and dry raspberry flavors. Simple and pleasant but more herbal and less exciting that Gradum's straight '05 Malbec.",Gradum Reserve,14,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Vistandes 2005 Gradum Reserve Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-vistandes-2005-gradum-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Malbec-Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Bodega Vistandes 14.3,Red,US,"Oak dominates this wine, with so much smoky caramel that it's hard to appreciate the underlying fruit. Too bad, because the blackberry and mocha flavors seem fine, and the tannins are rich and ripe.",,28,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 2007 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2007,Burgess 13.5,White,Spain,"Peach and melon aromas are inviting and clean. Very juicy and juice-like in the mouth, probably more so than I can remember for this wine. It tastes like orange, tangerine and grapefuit juices mixed together. The texture isn't very smooth or wine-like; seems less refined and less minerally than in the past.",,19,86,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Viña Godeval 2009 Godello (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-godeval-2009-spanish-white-godello-valdeorras/,Godello,2009,Viña Godeval 13.3,Red,US,"Dry, full-bodied and tannic, this twin-county blend has Lifesaver candy flavors of blackberries and cherries. It's a rugged, lusty and country-style wine that's easy to find, with production of nearly 70,000 cases.",,23,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa County-Sonoma County,Ghost Pines 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa County-Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-pines-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-county-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Ghost Pines 13,Red,Spain,"The first act of dried spices and light, dusty red fruit aromas is honest and subdued. The palate brings good weight and lightly leafy, tomatoey accents to red cherry and raspberry flavors. Light, dry and a little stemmy on the finish. Standard but hinting at elegant.",Crianza,12,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 2007 Crianza (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-2007-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,El Coto ,White,France,"This is on the dry side of medium dry, very soft, with flavors of nuts, lemon and pear juice. The finish is bright with acidity.",Clos de Nouys Demi-Sec,,86,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Pierre Chainier 2010 Clos de Nouys Demi-Sec (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-chainier-2010-clos-nouys-demi-sec-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2010,Pierre Chainier 15.5,Red,US,"Fruity and easy to drink, but not a good representation of this famous mountain vineyard, at this price. The wine is sweet and simple in candied raspberries, blackberries, licorice and milk chocolate. Maybe it was released too early. Try cellaring for a couple years.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,48,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Muscardini 2009 Monte Rosso Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2009-monte-rosso-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2009,Muscardini ,Red,US,"Clean and crisply defined, this brings black currant and leafy berry flavors into the center, with an herbal frame and well-managed, though lightly stemmy, tannins. Not a big wine; correct and varietal, but a little dull.",Reserve,35,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Columbia Crest 2008 Reserve Malbec (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2008-reserve-malbec-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Malbec,2008,Columbia Crest 14,Red,US,"Raspberry, toffee, cherry pie and kirsch are the flavors of this lusty, pleasing Zinfandal from Alexander Valley Vineyards. It's spicy and fresh, a great barbecue and burger partner.",,14,86,California,California Other,California,Temptation 2009 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/temptation-2009-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2009,Temptation 12.5,Red,Italy,"Le Prunée is a simple expression of Merlot with layers of cherry, blackberry, spice, earth and old leather. You could easily pair this wine with roast chicken or pork thanks to the smooth nature of the mouthfeel.",Le Prunée,16,86,,Delle Venezie,,Tommasi 2008 Le Prunée Merlot (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2008-le-prunee-merlot-delle-venezie/,Merlot,2008,Tommasi ,Red,US,"The blend is roughly two thirds Cabernet Sauvignon and one third Merlot, the color is dark and rich, and the nose inviting. Spice and tobacco, vanilla and moist earth surround black cherry fruit, with tart and lightly drying tannins. Not a big wine, but well-crafted, smooth and supple.",Whistle Stop,10,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2008 Whistle Stop Cabernet Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2008-whistle-stop-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Merlot,2008,Snoqualmie 13.5,White,Australia,"This faintly copper-tinged Pinot Grigio offers ripe melon and apple aromas and flavors. It's medium-bodied, with a refreshing crispness to the finish. Drink now.",Tic Tok,14,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,James Oatley 2009 Tic Tok Pinot Grigio (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-oatley-2009-tic-tok-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-south-eastern/,Pinot Grigio,2009,James Oatley 10,Dessert,US,"With a deep golden color, this late-harvest Riesling has rich flavors of apricots and pears. It's a little on the soft side, lacking the crispness to give balance to the sweetness. Drink now.",Late Harvest,25,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Kendall-Jackson 2009 Late Harvest Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2009-late-harvest-riesling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Riesling,2009,Kendall-Jackson 14,Red,Argentina,"Mildly baked and raisiny on the nose, then more varietal in character in the mouth. There's sweet and spicy cherry as well as brown sugar flavors along with good acidity and medium-bodied elegance that pushes the wine along. Basic on the finish, with a hint of lasting candied sweetness.",,15,86,Other,Neuquén,,Manos Negras 2008 Pinot Noir (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manos-negras-2008-pinot-noir-neuquen/,Pinot Noir,2008,Manos Negras 13.5,White,Argentina,"A white blend made from Riesling, Albariño and Savagnin. It lacks specificity on the nose while offering up floral, citrusy aromas. In the mouth, it's plump and soft, with sweet melon, spice and a honeyed finish that also shows pith and mild bitterness. Interesting but a little heavy, sweet and amorphous.",Tiara,30,86,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2010 Tiara White (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2010-tiara-white-lujan-cuyo/,White Blend,2010,Viña Alicia 14.8,Red,US,"Don't demand complexity from this Grenache, just enjoy its fruity richness with a grilled steak, lamb chop or even roasted salmon. It's as silky and light as a Pinot Noir, and the flavors are pure cherry pie filling and cola. Easy to drink and pleasantly dry.",,32,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Venteux 2008 Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venteux-2008-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,2008,Venteux 14.5,Red,US,"Raw in acidity, giving it a harshness that Petite Sirah's natural tannins accentuate. It's bone dry, with full-throttle blackberry and currant flavors. Needs rich fare, like short ribs, to balance it out.",,36,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Venteux 2007 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venteux-2007-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2007,Venteux 14.5,Red,US,"Fruity and sweet in raspberry and cherry jam and cola flavors, with pie spices, this Pinot had no problems getting ripe. It has good acidity to balance the richness, but is somewhat simple, lacking the subtle elegance you want in an expensive Pinot Noir.",,46,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Stephen & Walker 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Stephen & Walker 14.5,Red,US,"Marred by a green peppercorn unripeness that makes the tannins especially difficult and dry. Hard to fall in love with, despite some good black cherry, plum and cola flavors. The chilly vintage seems to have worked against this wine.",,50,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,La Crema 2009 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2009-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,La Crema ,Red,US,"Brown spices around sour cherry fruit flavors roll through the midpalate; then the wine turns a bit thin and hard. More time in the bottle may soften it up a bit further; right now it drinks well with food, especially a nice, fat roast of beef.",Roza Hills Vineyard Reserve,19,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Silver Lake 2007 Roza Hills Vineyard Reserve Merlot (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2007-roza-hills-vineyard-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Merlot,2007,Silver Lake ,White,France,"Very tangy, nervous wine with lively acidity and crisp fruit. There is a fresh, very steely character, and a mineral, chewy aftertaste.",Château de Pocé,,86,Loire Valley,Touraine,,Pierre Chainier 2010 Château de Pocé Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-chainier-2010-chateau-poce-sauvignon-blanc-touraine/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Pierre Chainier 12.5,White,France,"Simple Chablis, as ripe and fresh as they come. There are almonds, white fruits, a touch of honey. A deliciously drinkable wine.",Le Classique,20,86,Burgundy,Chablis,,Pascal Bouchard 2009 Le Classique (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-bouchard-2009-le-classique-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2009,Pascal Bouchard 15.2,Red,US,"A hard wine to like. It's very dry and somewhat overripe, with a pruny, raisiny edge, and the acidity sticks out in a harsh way. This also is the highest alcohol wine of Benziger's trio of 2008 Pinot Noirs, and it feels hot in an unbalanced way.",San Remo Vineyard Signaterra,49,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Benziger 2008 San Remo Vineyard Signaterra Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2008-san-remo-vineyard-signaterra-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Benziger 14,Red,Spain,"Funky and smelling of pine and tarragon. That aromatic sharpness carries straight to the palate, where the feel is narrow and the flavors are short and tangy, with little to no big-time berry fruit. Simply an acceptable underperformer that's tough and sharp.",Barrica,19,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Finca La María 2005 Barrica (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-maria-2005-barrica-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2005,Finca La María 13.5,White,Australia,"Deep golden straw in color, with modest aromas of struck flint and pear. The flavors are reminiscent of buttery, honeyed pears, yet stay tart from start to finish. Perplexing.",The Money Spider,25,83,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2009 The Money Spider Roussanne (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2009-the-money-spider-roussanne-mclaren-vale/,Roussanne,2009,D'Arenberg 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Green and herbal, with a mix of jammy raspberry and weediness to the nose. The palate feels heavy and grabby, while the flavor profile holds onto the bouquet's herbal, tomatoey quality. Overly peppery and green throughout.",Artist's Collection,10,82,Other,Cafayate,,Salvatore Principe 2008 Artist's Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvatore-principe-2008-artists-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-cafayate/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Salvatore Principe 14.9,Red,US,"Simple and a little vegetal, with asparagus and raspberry flavors.",Brooster Fighting Red,15,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pomar Junction 2007 Brooster Fighting Red Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomar-junction-2007-brooster-fighting-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2007,Pomar Junction ,Red,France,"Elegance in a glass, this is very upright in structure with enticing acidity and black berry fruits. It has weight as well as richness. No question about the aging potential of this superb wine.",,,97,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lafite Rothschild 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafite-rothschild-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lafite Rothschild 14.8,Red,US,"This bottling, from the vineyard high up on Atlas Peak, is establishing itself as a real benchmark. The '07 is smooth and rich and vast in flavor, offering waves of blackberries, cherry pie, cassis and blackstrap molasses, with a delicious coating of sweet, smoky oak. It's impressive in youth, but so balanced, it should easily negotiate the years.",Stagecoach Vineyard,75,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krutz 2007 Stagecoach Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krutz-2007-stagecoach-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Krutz 14,Red,Italy,"La Gerla offers a spectacular Brunello that hits all the right marks in terms of intensity, beauty and staying power. This is an opulent and rich wine with plump blueberry flavors followed by chocolate fudge and sweet exotic spice. You can either cellar it or enjoy it within the next few years.",,40,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Gerla 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerla-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,La Gerla ,Red,France,"Stylish wine, balanced, intensely elegant. It has freshness and also weight, encased in a structure that is poised, beautifully integrating black currant fruit and chocolate flavors.",,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-comtesse-lalande-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande ,Red,France,"Dry tannins dominate this wine. Pavie's style has become less exuberant, more restrained, which allows the terroir to show through in its tannins and concentration. This is for long-term aging.",,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Pavie 14.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with smoky, toasty black fruit aromas that send a clear signal that this is prime stuff. The palate has a velvety, lush feel despite having big tannins, and the flavors of blackberry, cassis, fine herbs, coffee and toast scream modern, but in a melodious, clear voice. Long, deep and toasty on the finish. Drink now through 2017.",El Puntido,62,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viñedos de Paganos 2007 El Puntido (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-paganos-2007-el-puntido-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Viñedos de Paganos ,White,France,"This is an impressive wine, packed with toast, yellow fruits, spice and richness. There is structure as well, the fruit layered with wood. Great balance and great potential.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Pape Clément 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pape-clement-2008-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Pape Clément 14,Red,Italy,This Brunello Riserva shows a very rich and dark side thanks to its firm structure and integrated acidity. Blackberry and dark fruit tones are backed by dense concentration and extraction. Bets are on that this wine will age beautifully over time.,Riserva,90,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Marchesato degli Aleramici 2005 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesato-degli-aleramici-2005-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Marchesato degli Aleramici 14,Red,Spain,"A little more raisiny than expected, but that's offset by a brilliant floral streak and more dominant blackberry, blueberry and black plum flavors. Finishes with a mix of freshness, delicious prune fruit and chocolate. Tasted blind, like we do in almost all cases, this wine was easy to identify as Calvario; it has a uniqueness to its fruit. Drink now through 2018.",Calvario,150,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Allende 2007 Calvario (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-allende-2007-calvario-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Finca Allende ,Red,US,"Happily, each new vintage of Bésoleil is a bit larger than the previous year, so more people can taste what a joy this wine is. In 2008 it's 82% Grenache, 9% Syrah and 9% Mourvèdre. As with all the Betz wines, it is intensely aromatic. The wine glass fairly explodes with scents of grape, plum, raspberry and cherry. In the mouth grace notes offer hints of leaf and fresh herb. Plush and irresistible.",Bésoleil,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Betz Family 2008 Bésoleil Grenache (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2008-besoleil-grenache-columbia-valley-wa/,Grenache,2008,Betz Family 14.5,Red,Italy,"Franco Pacenti's enticing Brunello opens with a sudden blast of cinnamon stick and nutmeg that slowly evolves to include tones of cherry, Indian spice, smoke and even a touch of dried green herb. The penetrating finish offers more clove and sweet spice flavor.",,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Canalicchio Franco Pacenti 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canalicchio-franco-pacenti-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Canalicchio Franco Pacenti 14.1,White,US,"The Russian River Valley makes some of the state's greatest Sauvignon Blancs, in the right hands, and when those hands are Merry Edwards', you can be sure of what you're getting. The wine is dry and crisp in mouthwatering acidity, with citrus and lemongrass flavors that have richer tones of tropical fruits. It feels vibrant, elegant and complex in the mouth, a wine to savor over multiple glasses.",,30,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Merry Edwards 14.5,Red,Italy,"Italians use the word “piacione” to describe a wine with irresistible intensity, softness and complexity. This is a piacione, or super-pleasurable wine, in the most positive meaning of the word. It shows loads of depth, personality and endurance. You'll love the vanilla chocolate and bright cherry finish.",,45,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Fortuna 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortuna-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,La Fortuna 14.5,Red,US,"The vineyard is in the Carneros, and the grapes from this great vintage must have been just about perfect, to judge by the wine. It's beautiful, rich and delicious, yet so finely balanced. Explodes in blackberry jam, cocoa puff and leather flavors, dusted with black pepper and finished with a swirl of toasted cedar wood. Drink now.",Church Vineyard,46,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,John Anthony 2007 Church Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-anthony-2007-church-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2007,John Anthony ,Red,US,"Rich and elaborate, a crowd pleaser to satisfy just about any Cabernet lover. Although it's potent in classic blackberry and cassis flavors, it shows a dryness and balance that you could call Bordeaux-style. Should develop easily for a decade in the cellar.",,45,93,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Joel Gott 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joel-gott-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Joel Gott 14.5,Red,Spain,"The Eguren family makes a handful of take-no-prisoners Riojas, and this is probably the best value among them. Earthy and deep; the roasted berry, ham and sweet vanilla aromas lead to a palate that's the picture of health and balance. The fruit character is outstanding as are nuances of tobacco, chocolate and spice. Drink from 2012–2020.",Colección Privada,52,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2007 Colección Privada (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2007-coleccion-privada-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Sierra Cantabria 14,Red,Italy,"This beautiful Riserva Brunello is characterized by very good balance, enduring sensations of richness and aromatic generosity. The wine's natural density and bright berry flavors carry forth over the long finish.",Riserva,90,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 2005 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donatella-cinelli-colombini-2005-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 14,Red,US,"A beautiful Pinot Noir. It's so light bodied, so silky in the mouth, that the richness comes as a surprise. Endless waves of raspberry and cherry purée, gingersnap cookie, buttered cinnamon toast, vanilla and sandalwood. Just a delight to drink, and should develop slowly over the next 6–8 years.",Akiko's Cuvée,54,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freeman 2008 Akiko's Cuvée Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freeman-2008-akikos-cuvee-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Freeman 14,Red,Portugal,"A perfumed wine, powered by a velvet texture and tannins that have a hidden kick. The big, bold fruit flavors show acidity and a dry edge while also being rich. Very dense, textured wine for aging over 5–6 years.",Grande Reserva,45,93,Douro,,,Quinta do Portal 2007 Grande Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2007-grande-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Portal 14.5,Red,Portugal,"From Passadouro's old vines, this is serious, complex wine. Its fruit is an integral part of the dark tannic structure, adding to the gentle power. It has spice as well as juicy fruit, wood and, on the finish, sweet fruit flavors.",Passadouro Reserva,,93,Douro,,,Quinta do Passadouro 2008 Passadouro Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-passadouro-2008-passadouro-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Passadouro 13.5,Red,Italy,Madonna del Piano Riserva's rich elements of barbecue smoke and spice add background nuances to black fruit and mature cherry. But what really sets this Brunello apart is the smoothness of its silky texture.,Madonna del Piano Riserva,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Valdicava 2005 Madonna del Piano Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdicava-2005-madonna-piano-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Valdicava 14.5,Red,US,"This is a very strongly flavored Cabernet, most notable for the intensity of its blackberry, cherry and raspberry fruit. It's almost sweet, an impression furthered by the caramel of toasted oak, although in reality the wine is fully and appropriately dry. Delicious and flashy, it should evolve in the bottle over the next dozen years.",Fay,105,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2007 Fay Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2007-fay-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 13.5,Red,Italy,"Made by celebrated winemaker Vittorio Fiore, this gorgeous Sangiovese-based wine shows the lavish intensity and creamy consistency of Tuscany's world famous reds. Ripe fruit, cherry and exotic spice would pair with steak, lamb or oven-roasted pasta.",Il Carbonaione,65,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio Scalette 2007 Il Carbonaione Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-scalette-2007-il-carbonaione-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2007,Poggio Scalette 14.8,Red,US,"This is an elaborately constructed wine, rich in fruit and tannins, and far better than the rather ordinary 2006. But it's nowhere near ready to drink now. Erupts with ripe, juicy blackberries, black cherries, minerals and sweet cassis. The grapes are from the Pope Valley region. Very big, bold and dramatic, but immature. Hold for a good six years.",Date Night,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Phifer Pavitt 2007 Date Night Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phifer-pavitt-2007-date-night-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Phifer Pavitt 14.5,Red,Italy,"This thick, masculine expression of Brunello offers loads of rich spice, vanilla, moist tobacco, smoked bacon, toasted coconut and black fruit. The oak element is present but also well integrated and gives extra dimension and personality overall.",,60,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Collosorbo 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collosorbo-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Collosorbo 14.9,Red,US,"Classic Laetitia, dark, dry, full-bodied and richly extracted. The cherry, persimmon and pomegranate fruit is so forward, it tastes sweet, except that the wine finishes fully dry. Acidity is evident, as are grippy tannins, and the fruit and spice finish lasts a long time. An evident ager. Best after 2013.",Les Galets,60,93,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2007 Les Galets Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2007-galets-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Laetitia ,Red,France,"Big, rich, almost velvet in texture, this is a powerful wine. It has spice, black berry fruits, layers of wood and black plum skins. Powerful wine for long-term aging and medium-term accessibility.",,105,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Rauzan-Ségla 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-segla-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Rauzan-Ségla 13.5,Red,Italy,"Castelgiocondo's Brunello aptly represents the new face of Montalcino with its plump, well-extracted and modern style. The wine is packed with soft black cherry, chocolate and coffee aromas and shows a smooth, long-lasting finish.",,72,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castelgiocondo 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelgiocondo-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Castelgiocondo ,Red,US,"A five-grape Bordeaux blend dominated by Merlot and Cab Franc, this is a deft mix of grapes nicely melded into a complete and satisfying wine. It's anchored by black cherry and cassis fruit, supple and focused. Surrounding that core fruit are layers of smoke, black olive, pencil lead and coffee grounds. It resonates gracefully through a long finish.",Ursa,35,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Baer 2007 Ursa Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baer-2007-ursa-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Baer 14.1,White,US,"A worthy followup to the dramatic '08. Bone dry and zesty in cool-climate acidity, it shows bracing flavors of steely minerals, Meyer lemons, limes and buttered toast. A terrifically complex, Chablis-style wine made for upscale fare, and should develop bottle complexity over the next six years.",Alder Springs Vineyard,38,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Townley 2009 Alder Springs Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/townley-2009-alder-springs-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2009,Townley ,White,France,"Rich and smooth, polished with spice and wood, while balanced with herbaceous, ripe fruit. Hints of minerality give an extra texture to this intensely flavored wine.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2008-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Malartic-Lagravière ,Red,France,"A powerful, ripe wine, solid tannins and rich black plum and currant fruits. The wine is very much in the Malartic-Lagravière style of rich, dense fruits layered with tannins.",,40,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2008-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Malartic-Lagravière ,Red,France,"With its big, ripe chocolate, raising and dark plums flavors, this is a deliciously perfumed wine, its tannins a firm motif around the rich fruit. At the end, it exhibits the freshness of the year.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château La Tour Figeac 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-figeac-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château La Tour Figeac ,Red,France,"Perfumed wine, soft and opulent. There are great spice and violet aromas followed by smoothly integrated tannins and acidity. Full in the mouth, this is a gentle giant.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Gaffelière 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaffeliere-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château la Gaffelière 14,Red,Italy,"Berardo Riserva is an amazing achievement with elegant beauty and perfumed aromas of blue flowers, forest fruit and spice. Great structure and a naturally smooth consistency help support the tight tannins.",Berardo Riserva,30,93,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Bossi 2007 Berardo Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bossi-2007-berardo-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Castello di Bossi ,Red,France,"Very intense wine, packed with dark tannins, solid and powerful. It is leavened with great perfumes, while the overall effect is dark, brooding and concentrated.",,110,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Vieux Château Mazerat 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieux-chateau-mazerat-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Vieux Château Mazerat 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Big, powerful wine that is restrained by its ripe, dusty tannins. It is concentrated, with an almost Port-like texture, a result of the open lagars in which it is fermented. The fruit is likely to be rich and opulent as the tannins move into balance.",Pintas,72,93,Douro,,,Wine & Soul 2008 Pintas Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-soul-2008-pintas-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Wine & Soul 14.5,Red,Italy,"Thanks to 36 months of careful oak aging, this hearty Brunello opens with a dark, inky color, deep extraction and intense aromas of black cherry, chocolate, rum cake, cinnamon, mesquite and wet stone. Pair it with hand-made pasta and shaved black truffles.",,80,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Poggione 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggione-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Il Poggione 14.1,White,US,"This is a terrific Chardonay, one of the best from Napa Valley, and it happens to be from the cooler Coombsville area. It's dry and crisp in acidity, which nicely balances the flamboyantly oaked peach, green apple and herb flavors that are beautifully wrapped into a buttery, creamy texture.",,38,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hunnicutt 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunnicutt-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Hunnicutt ,Red,France,"An elegant wine, smooth and rounded, bringing out smoky fruits over tannins that smooth out as the fruit unfolds. Less opulent than some previous vintages, the wine shows restraint and aging potential.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-smith-haut-lafitte-2008-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 14,Red,New Zealand,"This vineyard is coming into its own, with stellar wines emerging from Felton Road and Pyramid Valley in 2007 as well as this offering. It's nearly jammy, filled with cherry fruit, but there is enough sous bois character to make it recognizably Pinot Noir, and a delightfully lush, creamy texture framed by supple tannins and adequate acids. Drink now–2017.",Calvert Vineyard Bannockburn,50,93,Central Otago,,,Craggy Range 2007 Calvert Vineyard Bannockburn Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2007-calvert-vineyard-bannockburn-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2007,Craggy Range 11,White,US,"Uvaggio is making a serious case for Lodi Vermentino. This bottling is compelling: savory with herb and green olive notes, and yet freshly fruity and delicate, well integrated and plenty acidic to stand up to a wide range of food, even given its modest 11% alcohol level. A stunner that'll keep you thinking, and asking for more.",,14,93,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Uvaggio 2009 Vermentino (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uvaggio-2009-italian-white-vermentino-central-valley-lodi/,Vermentino,2009,Uvaggio 14.9,Red,US,"Relentless, a blend this year of mainly Syrah and Petite Sirah, is always a very good wine. The '07 strikes one as, above all, tannic and dry. Then the blackberry, black cherry, dark baker's chocolate, herb tea and smoked meat flavors kick in, impressing with their complexity. It's a distinctive wine, quite unlike anything else in California. Despite the hard tannins it's drinkable now, and will challenge chefs and sommeliers to figure out what to serve it with. The winemaker suggests braised short ribs, smoked lamb, roast duck and Cheddar cheese.",Relentless,60,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 2007 Relentless Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2007-relentless-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Shafer 14,Red,Italy,"Clean and polished with accents of spice, black fruit and touches of tobacco and resin, Brunello Clandestino would make an elegant pairing partner to delicate roast beef with crispy roast potatoes. Give those tight tannins more time to age.",Clandestino,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pinino 2006 Clandestino (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinino-2006-clandestino-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Pinino 14,Red,Italy,"Opulent and rich with a modern twist of espresso and vanilla, Lazzeretti has produced a succulent, soft wine that will age many long years ahead. This expression of Brunello lasts long on the palate thanks to its tones of sweet spice, black cherry, cola and creamy milk chocolate.",,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Lazzeretti 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazzeretti-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Lazzeretti 13.5,Red,Italy,"From Frescobaldi's gorgeous Nipozzano estate, this Riserva Sangiovese (with small percentages of Malvasia Nera, Cabernet and Merlot for extra density and intensity) opens with impressive generosity and personality. It offers lingering flavors of cherry, chocolate and dark spice.",Nipozzano Riserva,22,93,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 2007 Nipozzano Riserva (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-frescobaldi-2007-nipozzano-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2007,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 14.5,Red,Italy,"This cru expression of Sangiovese was born in 1974 and offers beautifully plush and rich aromas of dark chocolate, cherry and opulent vanilla. The wine is very smooth, soft and long-lasting in the mouth. It's a wonderful and very pleasurable wine.",Montesodi Riserva,40,93,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 2007 Montesodi Riserva (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-frescobaldi-2007-montesodi-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2007,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a very palatable and plush Brunello with opulent aromas of red fruit, cherry, plum, mesquite, cola and smoky graphite notes. Pair it with steak in wild mushroom cream sauce.",,55,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fornacina 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornacina-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Fornacina ,Red,France,"The wine is dark, deep, rich and dense. It has just the right wood element, black berry juice and a pure line of acidity. It is weighty for a 2008, while keeping the freshness.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Clerc Milon 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clerc-milon-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Clerc Milon ,Red,France,"A wine that appears almost too delicious at this stage. Through the black fruit and sweet tannins, the texture is immediately attractive. However, there is a dense structure behind this open exterior that should see it age well.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Branaire-Ducru 2008 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-branaire-ducru-2008-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Branaire-Ducru ,White,France,"An opulent, ripe wine, with pear, green plum and spiced wood flavors. It has power, richness, a touch of pepper. Complex, tangy and dense.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-smith-haut-lafitte-2008-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 13.5,Red,Italy,"This gorgeous wine from Biond-Santi represents one of the best Brunellos ever made by this storied Montalcino producer. The wine is clean, fresh and shows a slow, steady evolution in the glass. It is also more concentrated, rich and intense than recent vintages.",,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Biondi Santi 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biondi-santi-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Biondi Santi 14,Red,Italy,"This is a very pleasurable, smooth and rich Riserva that lavishes layers of chocolate fudge, vanilla bean and bright cherry. Overall, it shows good intensity and smooth consistency.",Riserva,88,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Canalicchio di Sopra 2005 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canalicchio-sopra-2005-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Canalicchio di Sopra 14,Red,Italy,This is a beautiful wine with impressive density and intensity that helps push its cherry-berry flavors smoothly over the palate. Complex and sophisticated flavors distinguish this wine overall. Gorgeous.,Gualto Riserva,100,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Camigliano 2005 Gualto Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camigliano-2005-gualto-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Camigliano 14.5,Red,Italy,"Plush and softly textured, this modern expression of Brunello boasts generous tones of black fruit, cherry, tobacco, leather and cola with smooth, silky tannins. You could age this wine many more years, or drink it sooner thanks to the inherent softness here.",,55,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castiglion del Bosco 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castiglion-bosco-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Castiglion del Bosco 14,Red,Italy,"A 25th anniversary special selection, this beautiful Brunello shows thick structure with rich flavors of earth, black fruit, natural rubber, black fruit, soy sauce, cola, pressed flowers and toasted nut. The overall effect is elegance and sophistication.",Selezione XXV Anno,60,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Romitorio 2006 Selezione XXV Anno (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-romitorio-2006-selezione-xxv-anno-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Castello Romitorio 13,Red,Italy,"Sandro Chia and his family at Castello Romitorio offer a rich, plush and velvety expression of Brunello with excellent dimension and staying power. Plump fruit flavors and black cherry color the long, soft fade.",,45,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Romitorio 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-romitorio-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Castello Romitorio 14.5,Red,Portugal,"From 45-year-old vines, a wine with huge concentration, yet always elegant in character. The weight and density are palpable. Dark black fruits, along with a juicy edge, go with the dry core of this ageworthy wine.",Pintas Character,,94,Douro,,,Wine & Soul 2008 Pintas Character Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wine-soul-2008-pintas-character-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Wine & Soul 14,Red,Italy,"Austere and reserved with a dark side of exotic spice, anise and mature black fruit, Vigneto Manachiara is a savory, masculine and intense Brunello. In the mouth, the wine tastes dense, concentrated and opulent. This is a real crowd pleaser.",Vigneto Monachiara,106,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenute Silvio Nardi 2006 Vigneto Monachiara (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-silvio-nardi-2006-vigneto-monachiara-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Tenute Silvio Nardi 14,Red,Italy,"This is a gorgeous expression from Montalcino that opens with opulent and beautiful aromas of dark chocolate, ripe cherry, leather and barbecue smoke. The wine is immensely rich and succulent at its core and creamy, velvety density marks the luscious fade.",,70,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Siro Pacenti 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siro-pacenti-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Siro Pacenti ,Red,France,"In this dense wine, dusty tannins ride over spice and black currant fruits, giving weight and concentration while retaining the natural stylish character of the château.",,,94,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Vieux Château Certan 2008 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieux-chateau-certan-2008-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Vieux Château Certan ,Red,France,"A complete wine, from the black currant fruits through the balanced tannins to the acidity. It is sturdy, complex, a wine that is already singing and will age well.",,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Angélus 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-angelus-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Angélus ,Red,France,"In the powerful style of Lynch-Bages, although perhaps less exuberant than usual. Instead the concentration comes from juicy fruit, which gives it the a softer quality. Even so, it still has solid tannins, dense texture and always the promise of good aging.",,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lynch-Bages 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-bages-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lynch-Bages 14.5,Red,Italy,"Campo del Drago Brunello boasts a soft, modern style with creamy chocolate and opulent cherry overtones. The wine is almost ready to drink (try it after 2014) but would also make a promising candidate for more years of cellar aging.",Campo del Drago,75,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castiglion del Bosco 2006 Campo del Drago (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castiglion-bosco-2006-campo-drago-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Castiglion del Bosco ,Red,US,"Shows a tightly wound structure, with big, hard tannins wrapped like a vise around fresh flavors of blackberries, cherries and cassis. There's a firm, minerally tang of iron at the core of this ageworthy wine. Better after 2015, when it should begin to mellow.",GOTT 7,50,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joel Gott 2007 GOTT 7 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joel-gott-2007-7-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Joel Gott 14.8,Red,US,"So dramatically deep in flavor, it immediately impresses for the depth of blackberries, cassis and minerals, enriched with sweet, smoky oak. The tannins are fierce now, and the wine shows a precocious immaturity that makes it somewhat coarse. But it clearly has the structure to age well. Should glide through the next dozen years with ease. Production was 875 cases.",Vintage V,110,94,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Lamborn Family Vineyards 2007 Vintage V Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamborn-family-2007-vintage-v-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Lamborn Family Vineyards 13.5,Red,Italy,"Brunello Poggio Banale is a soft, succulent expression of Sangiovese Grosso with sweet cherry and smooth vanilla aromas. The mouthfeel is plush, rich and creamy but there's a touch of balanced acidity that brings those lively fruit tones into crystalline focus.",Poggio Banale,,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Poderina 2006 Poggio Banale (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderina-2006-poggio-banale-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,La Poderina 14.5,Red,US,"Impressive from start to the very long finish, and even better than the splendid '06. Rich and full-bodied, this Bordeaux blend is marked by soft, sweet tannins and concentrated, oak-infused flavors of blackberries, black currants and chocolate, with complexing notes of olives and smoked meats. Should develop for up to a decade.",Alden Perry Reserve,55,94,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Yates Family Vineyard 2007 Alden Perry Reserve Red (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yates-family-vineyard-2007-alden-perry-reserve-red-napa-mount-veeder/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Yates Family Vineyard ,Red,France,"Powerful yet still retaining a sense of restrained style, this wine is packed with ripe plum and sweet berry fruit flavors, laced with firm, dusty tannins. Acidity filters through the dense texture to give great freshness.",,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Montrose 2008 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montrose-2008-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Montrose ,Red,Italy,"Here's a modern, plush and extracted expression of Sangiovese Grosso that has been enhanced by elegant oak aging. Still young, it exhibits notes of vanilla, toasted coconut, smoke and resin along with a solid base of cassis and dried berry fruit. The texture here is polished and smooth with zesty spice on the close.",Altero,96,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Antico 2006 Altero (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-antico-2006-altero-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Poggio Antico 14,Red,Italy,"La Rasina offers a beautifully dark and austere expression of Brunello with almost exaggerated intensity. The wine is dense, extracted and velvety with smooth cherry and vanilla backed by a firm tannic backbone. Drink after 2015.",,44,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Rasina 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rasina-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,La Rasina 14,Red,Italy,"Earthy overtones of wild mushroom and moist soil add pretty dimension to this classy Brunello. At the core of I Poggiarelli, however, are black fruit, sweet spice, toasted nut and long-lasting black cherry flavors.",I Poggiarelli,,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Mannella 2006 I Poggiarelli (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mannella-2006-i-poggiarelli-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,La Mannella ,Red,France,"Smooth, perfumed and elegant, this Cabernet Franc-dominated wine has rounded tannins, layered acidity and a dark power of ripe tannins. It is both concentrated and fresh, a great combination.",,150,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Le Dôme 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-dome-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Le Dôme 14.5,Red,Italy,"La Serena offers an amazing wine with rich smoothness and loads of chocolate and cherry intensity. In the mouth, the wine tastes round and soft with bright almond and cinnamon notes on the close. Pair it with saltimbocca, or veal steaks wrapped in ham and sage leaf.",,,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Serena 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serena-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,La Serena 14.8,Red,US,"One of the best Merlots of the vintage, at a good price for the quality. Shows a structural quality and ripeness that are pure Oakville, with ultra-refined tannins, good acidity and plush, complex flavors of black cherries, red currants and licorice that go on and on into a long, spicy finish. New oak comprises 40% of the barrels, and adds beautiful notes of toast and warmth.",,36,94,California,Napa,Oakville,Swanson 2007 Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2007-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,2007,Swanson 15,Red,Italy,"A stellar performer year after year, Uccelliera's confident delivery is characterized by intensity, purity and personality. This Montalcino favorite also delivers plush softness with thick texture and a focused point of bright acidity.",,75,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Uccelliera 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uccelliera-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Uccelliera 14,Red,Spain,"Aurus defines awesome modern Rioja. The nose is floral and decked out with wild berry aromas, marzipan, vanilla and hard spices. The palate is powerful and tannic, with bold cassis, raspberry, cherry, coffee and chocolate flavors. Beautifully crafted and with a nice red fruit element courtesy of 15% Graciano to go with old vines Tempranillo. Drink from 2012–2021.",Aurus,247,94,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Allende 2007 Aurus (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-allende-2007-aurus-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Finca Allende 14.5,Red,Spain,"This single-vineyard beauty continues its run of excellence. The '07 is dense, toasty and powerful, with bacon, vanilla, cigar box and wild berry aromas that set up a strong-boned, fully structured palate overflowing with dark cherry, boysenberry, tobacco and sweet vanilla flavors. Needs time; drink from 2012 through 2022.",Amancio,174,94,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2007 Amancio (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2007-amancio-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Sierra Cantabria 14.3,Red,US,"This is a rare premier release from the winery's new vineyard. It's a blend of different clones, and only 47 cases were produced. The wine is very exotic. It shows tiers of raspberries and cherries, but also more feral notes, of dried meats or leather, mushrooms, tart balsam, tangy minerals and scads of dusty, sweet Indian spices. Tannic and dry, it should unfold slowly over the next 10 years.",Block 10 Mass Selection Estate Vineyard,68,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Block 10 Mass Selection Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-block-10-mass-selection-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem ,Red,France,"Powerful, rich, firm and solid. The tannins are rounded and there is a noticeable amount of wood here, although the wine has preserved its fresh fruit at the same time. Very linear, the finish showing ripe plums and sweet fruit.",,,94,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Pichon Longueville ,Red,France,"A dense wine, powerful while also elegant. It shows all the best character of a grand Margaux, with fine tannins as well as dense structure. It will age well.",,60,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Giscours 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-giscours-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Giscours ,Red,France,"Generous and ripe, obviously extracted, this is a wine that is packed with tannins sharpened with black fruits. Spice, wood and acidity add to the depth of flavor.",,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Poyferré 2008 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-poyferre-2008-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Léoville Poyferré 14,Red,Italy,"Rich and complex with a long aging future ahead, this beautiful Brunello from Valdicava offers tight, crisp acidity, solid tannins and a bouquet that is richly packed with black fruit, cherry, spice and tobacco aromas. Pair this wine with succulent cuts of beef.",,,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Valdicava 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdicava-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Valdicava 14.5,Red,Italy,"San Polo has shown very impressive work lately and this velvety rich Brunello pushes its ambitions even further. The bouquet offers a long succession of beautiful aromas including black cherry, vanilla, carob, cola, cinnamon spice and black licorice. There's also a drying mineral note that adds a dusty touch of elegance and sophistication.",,75,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Polo 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-polo-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,San Polo 14.5,Red,Italy,"Brunello Helichrysum is a very rich and creamy wine with loads of smooth density on the finish. Aromatically, the wine is packed tight with intense layers of mature blackberry, cola, pipe tobacco, pressed blue flower, cinnamon and toasted almond.",Helichrysum,63,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Polino 2006 Helichrysum (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-polino-2006-helichrysum-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,San Polino ,Red,France,"Dense, powerful wine that impresses both with its rich fruit and its balanced tannins. The whole wine is finely integrated, black berry flavors shot through with acidity and touches of wood. Certainly a wine for aging.",,,94,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2008-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine de Chevalier ,Red,France,"Chocolate, coffee and sweet plum notes give this wine great richness. It has wood that needs time to integrate, although the main character is beautiful, velvet-textured, ripe fruit and plenty of sweet tannins.",,,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Ducru Beaucaillou 2008 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ducru-beaucaillou-2008-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Ducru Beaucaillou ,Red,France,"An impressive wine, showing its power and concentration in a structure integrated with chocolate, bitter coffee and spice. Black plum notes add a juicy character to this powerful wine.",,,94,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Trotanoy 2008 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trotanoy-2008-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Trotanoy ,Red,France,"An impressive wine, beautifully structured, never too powerful, very elegant. If it feels a little austere at this stage, that is because the structure is dominating the fruit. Give it 5–6 years and the full splendor will be revealed.",,80,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie Macquin 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-macquin-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Pavie Macquin 15,Red,Italy,"This beautiful Brunello will charm your socks off. The wine is rich and plush, deep and concentrated, intense and ripe with personality. It offers a modern yet sneakily sophisticated nose with tones of bright cherry, almond paste and vanilla. The tannins are still a bit firm and so give it another five years of cellar aging.",,55,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Capanna 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capanna-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Capanna ,Red,US,"This Red Mountain Syrah spent a year in French oak, half new, half once-used. The fruit is wrapped in smoke and coffee, graphite and mineral scents and flavors. Crystal clear and densely packed, this shows none of the funk common in many Washington Syrahs, but an almost claret-like structure and grip. It should age well for a decade or longer.",La Côte Rousse,55,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Betz Family 2008 La Côte Rousse Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2008-cote-rousse-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2008,Betz Family 14.5,Red,Italy,The celebrated Poggio alle Mura Brunello delivers hearty masculine richness and deep layers of sassy spice that are offset by plush blackberry and cherry nuances. The wine shows solid structure that will soften with careful cellar aging.,Poggio alle Mura,82,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 2006 Poggio alle Mura (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2006-poggio-alle-mura-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Castello Banfi 14,Red,Italy,"This beautiful Riserva Brunello opens with dark richness and loads of mature berry flavors such as blackberry, maraschino cherry and cassis syrup. A cheerful spice element comes through on the mouth thanks to overtones of crushed clove and black pepper.",Ripe al Convento Riserva,120,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castelgiocondo 2005 Ripe al Convento Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelgiocondo-2005-ripe-al-convento-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Castelgiocondo ,White,France,"Rich, wonderfully concentrated wine, with ripe apricots, green plums, touches of toast riding over a structure that is just beginning a long aging process. Give this wine 10 years. This is the last vintage under this name. From 2009, the wine has been rebaptized Château La Mission Haut-Brion Blanc.",,,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Laville Haut-Brion 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laville-haut-brion-2008-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Laville Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"Rich and concentrated, touched easily by toasty wood. The tannins are so sweet, blending easily into the powerful texture of black berry fruits with, hints of licorice. This is a ripe wine, its acidity always present.",,,95,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Palmer 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-palmer-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Palmer ,Red,France,"Dark and concentrated, this is a powerhouse of flavors and dense tannins. It's a wonderful combination of velvet texture and dry structure. Layered, complex, wood and spice already showing signs of integration, but certainly set for the long haul.",,,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mission-haut-brion-2008-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château La Mission Haut-Brion ,Red,France,"This big, smoky wine has great richness and a big, concentrated structure. The feel is dark, solid, based on spice, new wood and ripe black plums touched with red berries, the tannins sheltering beneath.",,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos d'Estournel 2008 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-destournel-2008-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Cos d'Estournel 14.5,Red,US,"A wonderful wine, delicious and satisfying, and another great example of the '07 vintage in Napa. Made of the five classic Bordeaux varieties, it's full-bodied, dry and richly tannic. The flavors are enormously complex, suggesting blackberries, cassis, olive tapenade and cedar, with a long, sweet finish. Already throwing some sediment, it should age well for the next ten years.",The Oracle,90,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Miner 2007 The Oracle Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2007-oracle-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Miner 15,Red,Italy,"Cupano's 2006 Brunello is a delicious and opulent wine with density, confidence and penetrating aromas of black fruit, chocolate and exotic spice. This expression speaks loudly to those who love bold, well-extracted wines with generous intensity and a soft, velvety touch.",,100,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Cupano 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cupano-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Cupano 14.5,Red,Portugal,"One of Portugal's great wines, this epitomizes the minerality and the rich, dark fruit of the Douro. It is intensely structured, powered by dark tannins, with rich berry fruit, layers of wood and acidity. With the extra freshness and pure fruits that are typical of 2008, this will age for many years.",,70,95,Douro,,,Quinta do Vale Meão 2008 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vale-meao-2008-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Vale Meão 14.5,White,US,"Chardonnays from this vineyard are virtually guaranteed to be among the richest in California, and Talley's 2008 certainly doesn't disappoint. It's a massively structured, flamboyant wine, tremendous in tropical fruit, pear, peach and apple flavors that taste like they've been baked into a pie, along with the sweet, smoky crust. A tremendous wine that must be paired with equally sized food. Lobster and scallops come to mind, served in rich cream and butter sauces.",Rosemary's Vineyard,46,95,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2008 Rosemary's Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2008-rosemarys-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Talley 14.5,White,US,"A great Rincon Chardonnay, Talley's best ever. So rich and dramatically layered in pineapple tart, Meyer lemon custard, Key lime pie, golden apricot, mango and vanilla oak flavors, yet so briskly acidic and bright, with a firm minerality, like a lick of cold steel. Only 460 cases produced, but worth a special search.",Rincon Vineyard,42,95,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2008 Rincon Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2008-rincon-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Talley 14.5,Red,Italy,"Podere Brizio delivers a super pleasurable and succulent Brunello with a soft, chewy consistency and a long, velvety finish. The bouquet is composed of dark fruit, mature blackberry, chocolate, espresso, smoke, crushed clove and toasted nut.",,65,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Podere Brizio 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-brizio-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Podere Brizio 14.5,Red,Italy,"Riserva Vigna Paganelli is an outstanding wine with bold chocolate and exotic spice aromas that are folded deep within the wine's solid, succulent structure. This expression earns high marks thanks to the impressively rich and creamy feel it imparts in the mouth.",Vigna Paganelli Riserva,96,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Poggione 2005 Vigna Paganelli Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggione-2005-vigna-paganelli-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Il Poggione ,Red,France,"Smooth, with dense tannins hidden behind the ripe, pure fruit, this important wine shows class and an impeccable balance of fruit and tannin. Rich as well as structured, this is a beautiful wine.",,125,95,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pontet-Canet 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pontet-canet-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Pontet-Canet ,White,France,"A superb wine. Oily textured, very rich, its fruit ripe. Pear, honey and yellow fruits are allid with taut acidity and light hints of wood. Likely to age over many years.",,100,95,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Domaine de Chevalier 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2008-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Domaine de Chevalier 14,Red,Italy,"This gorgeous wine opens with a big, bold aromatic bang, enormous depth, intensity and concentration. This is a massive Brunello on every front including aromatics. The tones of cherry, leather, tobacco, sweet spice and toasted nut are perfectly focused and bright.",Montosoli,150,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Altesino 2006 Montosoli (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altesino-2006-montosoli-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Altesino 14.3,Red,US,"An extraordinarily decadent Mourvèdre, Grenache and Syrah blend, currently among the best in California. Hard to describe how delicious the raspberry, blackberry, chocolate, orange, granola, sandalwood and spice flavors are. There's a rich, velvety, liqueur-like texture, and while the wine tastes fantastically sweet, it finishes dry, a marvelous achievement. Production was a mere 315 cases.",Montage,45,95,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Scaggs Vineyard 2008 Montage G-S-M (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scaggs-vineyard-2008-montage-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-napa-mount-veeder/,G-S-M,2008,Scaggs Vineyard 14.5,Red,Italy,"Sesta di Sopra delivers a superb and beautiful Brunello with impossible richness and gorgeous intensity. Aromas include black cherry, vanilla, dark mocha, freshly ground espresso and a subtle touch of mineral dryness at the end. It's equally impressive on the palate with smooth, thick intensity.",,60,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Sesta di Sopra 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sesta-sopra-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Sesta di Sopra ,Red,France,"A great success, showing impressive concentration. It is almost severe to begin with, then sweet tannins sweep in. The higher than usual proportion of Merlot gives a wine that combines plumpness with black plums, figs and acidity. Obviously for aging.",,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Cheval Blanc 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cheval-blanc-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Cheval Blanc ,Red,France,"Definite richness alongside classic elegance. It's a stylish wine, the fruit integrated into a beautiful structure. It's not all refinement, because there is also a weight to the black plum skin and dark berry character. A wine that will age over many decades.",,,96,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Margaux 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Margaux ,Red,France,"Expressive fruit aromas and wood perfumes announce this wine. With 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a complex wine marked by purity of black fruits, berries, toast and tannins. It has power, richness and a lovely edge of spice to go with the acidity. The wine is firmly structured, while bursting with fruit and freshness.",,,96,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Latour 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Latour 13.5,Red,Italy,"Poggio Nardone offers an absolutely gorgeous Brunello with incredibly smooth, rich and beautiful aromas of mature blackberry, coffee, tobacco and smoky barbecue sauce. The wine's texture is dense but also silky and the fruit-driven finish lasts many minutes.",,50,96,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Nardone 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-nardone-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Poggio Nardone ,Red,France,"A rich wine, opulent in character. There is power here, with richness of fruit and texture. It is both serious side and exuberant, with its bursting black berry fruits.",,,96,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Mouton Rothschild 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mouton-rothschild-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Mouton Rothschild ,Red,France,"A dense, beautifully structured wine. It shows intense, ripe fruit with balanced acidity. It's the fine tannins that give it such class, surrounding the fruit, promising long aging. This is a classic for Léoville-Barton.",,90,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Barton 2008 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-barton-2008-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Léoville Barton ,Red,France,"Dark, dusty, hugely structured, Haut-Brion is a complex, serious wine with grandeur. The wine has considerable weight, its tannins striated through the black plum and damson skin fruits. For long-term aging.",,,96,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Brion 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2008-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Haut-Brion 14.5,Red,Italy,"A “Wow!” wine on every level. This is a lovely, dark, smooth and rich expression that is packed tight with intensity and personality. The biggest, boldest wine by far from Montalcino's 2006 vintage, this bottle will age nicely and add value to your cellar collection.",Tenuta Nuova,80,97,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casanova di Neri 2006 Tenuta Nuova (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casanova-neri-2006-tenuta-nuova-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Casanova di Neri ,Red,France,"Wonderfully perfumed wine that exudes class. It has weight and extraction, its tannins lending themselves to the ripe texture. The wine is concentrated, dense in texture and for aging.",,,97,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Ausone 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ausone-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Ausone ,Red,France,"Gorgeous, smooth wine, perhaps even more intense than in past vintages. The tannins are totally enveloped by the ripe plum and damson fruits. Complex, powerful, layered and opulent, this is a wine for the long term.",,,97,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Pétrus 2008 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-petrus-2008-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Pétrus 14.6,Red,Argentina,"Smells a lot like compost and green herbs. The palate is bitter, hard and stalky, with grassy flavors and a weedy finish. Tastes burnt out, like old coffee grinds and marginal berry fruit.",Reserva,15,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fioravante 2008 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fioravante-2008-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Fioravante 13.5,White,Spain,"Tan like cream soda, with a weird, faded bouquet of banana pudding and resiny oak. Soft and weakly structured except for lasting acidity, while it tastes like fermented apples and finishes on bitter walnut. A strange bird made from Sauvignon Blanc and white Tempranillo.",Peñalba López,22,80,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Finca Torremilanos 2008 Peñalba López White (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-torremilanos-2008-penalba-lopez-white-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,White Blend,2008,Finca Torremilanos 14,Red,Argentina,"Hot and horsey, and it remains forced and clumsy in the mouth. Tastes more sour than fruity, with a heavy, short, chunky finish. Drinkable only in an extreme situation.",Reserve,12,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cavas de Chacras 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-chacras-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cavas de Chacras 13.5,White,Argentina,"Smells like floor polish at first. Gets better with time, but still a weak wine of juicy acids, too much oak, not enough fruit and a grating finish. Does nothing to move the dial forward in terms of Argentine Chardonnay.",,13,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Budini 2009 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/budini-2009-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Budini 12,White,Bulgaria,"Confected and soapy with exuberant baby powder and floral tones, this dry, medium-bodied Bulgarian Muskat Ottonel is an uneven, craggy wine with shriekingly high acidity.",,9,80,Bulgaria,,,Targovishte 2009 Muskat Ottonel (Bulgaria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/targovishte-2009-muscat-muskat-ottonel/,Muskat Ottonel,2009,Targovishte 14.3,White,Argentina,"Smells like sweet apple pie and wax. The palate is sticky and out of balance, with papaya, vanilla and mealy white fruit flavors. Not very fresh; seems to already be turning south.",,17,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Medanos 2009 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medanos-2009-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Medanos 14.5,Red,US,"Soft, sweet and gluey. A hard wine to like despite rich raspberry and mocha flavors.",,22,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ursa 2006 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ursa-2006-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2006,Ursa 12.5,Red,US,"Raw and harsh in green tannins, with bubblegum and raspberry sour candy flavors.",,8,81,California,California Other,California,Butterfield Station 2009 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/butterfield-station-2009-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Butterfield Station 10.5,White,Spain,"Mild lime and mineral aromas draw interest, but the wine's palate is medium spritzy and sour, with sharp, lemony flavors and a dilute feel. Seems caught between the flat and lightly carbonated style of Txakoli and ends up in no man's land.",,13,81,Spain Other,Spain,,Kurmisti 2009 Hondarrabi Zuri (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kurmisti-2009-spanish-white-hondarrabi-zuri-other/,Hondarrabi Zuri,2009,Kurmisti 14,White,Argentina,"Gold in color and about as overoaked as a white wine can be. This blend of Viognier, Chardonnay and Riesling is all resin and barrel spice. It actually offers some sophistication in terms of mouthfeel, but overall it's grossly out of balance and brutally dominated by oak-based aromas and flavors.",Gala 3,36,81,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Luigi Bosca 2009 Gala 3 White (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-bosca-2009-gala-3-white-maipu/,White Blend,2009,Luigi Bosca 12.5,White,US,"Way too sugary sweet and simple, with orange and apricot jam flavors.",,8,81,California,California Other,California,Butterfield Station 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/butterfield-station-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Butterfield Station 13.7,White,Argentina,"Nutty on the nose and lacking that patented tropical pop. The palate is maderized and not 100% fresh, with a waxy set of flavors and a Sherry-style finish. Over the hill.",,15,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,VinEcol 2009 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinecol-2009-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,VinEcol 12.9,Red,Croatia,Aromas of superripe red fruit and charred wood match the soft mocha and red fruit flavors on this Croatian red made from the Teran grape. Finishes a bit sour with mouth-puckering acidity and tannins.,Teranum,18,81,Istria,,,Piquentum 2008 Teranum Teran (Istria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piquentum-2008-teranum-other-red-teran-istria/,Teran,2008,Piquentum 12,White,Argentina,"Hard, oily, prickly and not impressive by global Sauvignon Blanc standards. The palate deals semisour grapefruit and passion fruit flavors, and the finish is a monotone continuation of the primary flavors.",Los Cardos,10,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2010 Los Cardos Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2010-los-cardos-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Doña Paula 13,Dessert,Australia,"Sweet and full-bodied, but with an acrid, burnt note that detracts considerably from what is an otherwise pleasant stickie.",The Bothie,19,81,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Torbreck 2009 The Bothie Muscat Blanc (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torbreck-2009-bothie-muscat-blanc-barossa-valley/,Muscat Blanc,2009,Torbreck 14.5,Red,US,"There are big problems with this Cabernet. It's fruity and jammy-sweet, and also shows some fizziness, indicating instability. Tasted twice, with consistent results.",,65,81,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Stephen & Walker 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-walker-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Stephen & Walker 15.5,Red,US,"Simple and sweet, with raspberry, cherry and mint candy flavors. Drink now.",Pomar Junction Vineyard,34,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Pomar Junction 2008 Pomar Junction Vineyard Zinfandel (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomar-junction-2008-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-monterey/,Zinfandel,2008,Pomar Junction 12.6,White,Croatia,"High-toned notes of bruised apples and fresh figs waft from this dry, medium-bodied Croatian Malvasia. Savory in profile, the palate is tinged with hints of tinned apple juice concentrate.",Malvoisie,16,82,Istria,,,Piquentum 2009 Malvoisie Malvasia (Istria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piquentum-2009-malvoisie-italian-white-malvasia-istria/,Malvasia,2009,Piquentum ,Dessert,US,"Sugary, with a chemical aroma and a sharp, volatile finish.",Late Harvest,21,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mount Baker 2007 Late Harvest Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-baker-2007-late-harvest-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2007,Mount Baker 14.6,Red,US,"An awkward wine, high in acidity and sugary sweet in candied cherry and raspberry flavors that veer into Port. Tasty, but rustic. Ready now.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,40,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Muscardini 2008 Monte Rosso Vineyard Sangiovese (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muscardini-2008-monte-rosso-vineyard-sangiovese-sonoma-valley/,Sangiovese,2008,Muscardini 13,White,Spain,"Oily and frankly a bit skunky on the nose. The palate is spritzed yet soft, with chunky, blowsy, generic white fruit flavors. Doesn't inspire; this winery's red wines are better.",Abadal,21,82,Catalonia,Pla de Bages,,Masies d'Avinyo 2008 Abadal Picapoll (Pla de Bages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masies-davinyo-2008-abadal-spanish-white-picapoll-pla-bages/,Picapoll,2008,Masies d'Avinyo 13,White,Australia,"The wine looks a touch amber-like at the rim, with aromas of butterscotch and cracked pepper. The flavors carry a bruised-fruit character, and the wine seems a bit flabby on the palate. Not up to this project's usual high standards.",Lieu Dit Malakoff,30,82,Victoria,Pyrenees,,Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier 2009 Lieu Dit Malakoff Viognier (Pyrenees),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terlato-chapoutier-2009-lieu-dit-malakoff-viognier-pyrenees/,Viognier,2009,Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier 14.9,Red,US,"A difficult wine to like. It's not quite ripe, giving a vegetal edge to the modest cherry flavors, and is cuttingly sharp in acids.",,25,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Curtis 2007 Grenache (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2007-grenache-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache,2007,Curtis 12,White,France,"A medium-sweet wine, attractively nutty in character with dried apricot flavor and some acidity.",Doulce France,14,82,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Bougrier 2009 Doulce France (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bougrier-2009-doulce-france-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Bougrier 13,White,Slovenia,"Golden yellow in color, this Slovenian wine made from the Ribolla Gialla grape shows pretty apple and pear notes, but a distinctly savory profile as well, with hints of smoke, toasted hazelnut skins and oxidization.",Adriatico,15,82,Brda,,,Bastianich 2009 Adriatico Ribolla Gialla (Brda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bastianich-2009-adriatico-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-brda/,Ribolla Gialla,2009,Bastianich 13.5,Red,Lebanon,"A kitchen sink blend of red grape varieties from Cinsault to Tempranillo, this quirky Lebanese red is soft and pulpy with overripe fruit, mocha chocolate and a whiff of barnyard on the nose and palate.",,14,82,Bekaa Valley,,,Le Fleuron 2008 Red (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-fleuron-2008-red-bekaa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Le Fleuron 13,Red,Spain,"Burnt rubber and a certain stemmy, roasted character is draped over the nose and palate. It has a decent, normal feel to it but the flavors of strawberry and raspberry are herbal and burnt. Tastes and smells rubbery and not fully clean.",Rojo Granrojo,9,82,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Bodegas Navarro López 2009 Rojo Granrojo Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2009-rojo-granrojo-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2009,Bodegas Navarro López 12.5,Red,US,"Raw in the mouth, with green tannins and bubblegum flavors. It's the kind of wine you'd drink from a paper cup at a party.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Butterfield Station 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/butterfield-station-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Butterfield Station 13,Red,France,"Ripe raspberry, spicy red plum and licorice unfold on the nose, while soft flavors of cassis chime in on the palate. Light weight and watery with a short finish.",Le Dog de Christophe,11,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Mont Tauch 2009 Le Dog de Christophe Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-tauch-2009-le-dog-christophe-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Mont Tauch 14.6,Red,Australia,"Light to medium in body and rather tart, with leather and dried cherry notes that are submerged under an excessively medicinal character.",Wine Lovers,15,82,New South Wales,Orange,,Tamburlaine 2008 Wine Lovers Malbec (Orange),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamburlaine-2008-wine-lovers-malbec-orange/,Malbec,2008,Tamburlaine 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Heat and horseradish define the sharp, peppery bouquet. The palate is tannic and grabby, with leafy red-fruit flavors and an added dose of herbs and pepper. Finishes medicinal and peppery. At this price it isn't shining.",,19,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Agostino 2007 Malbec-Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-agostino-2007-red-blend-malbec-syrah-mendoza/,Malbec-Syrah,2007,Finca Agostino 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Cheesy and way too earthy and murky to be rewarded with anything higher than an acceptable rating. The feel is scratchy and raw, while the flavors seem roasted, overly earthy and dry.",,20,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tempus Alba 2007 Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tempus-alba-2007-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2007,Tempus Alba 13,Red,Georgia,"There are pleasant notes of ripe black cherry jam, spice and menthol on the nose and palate of this Georgian Saperavi, but obscured by a cloak of char, harsh tannins and a puckery acidity that lingers on the finish.",Marani Mukuzani,15,82,Kakheti,,,Telavi 2005 Marani Mukuzani Saperavi (Kakheti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telavi-2005-marani-mukuzani-other-red-saperavi-kakheti/,Saperavi,2005,Telavi ,Red,US,"Front-loaded, herbal, earthy and a bit dull. No fruit.",Proprietor's Limited Release,18,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Mount Baker 2008 Proprietor's Limited Release Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-baker-2008-proprietors-limited-release-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Mount Baker 13.5,Red,US,"Has enough berry and cherry flavors to get by, but it's pretty rustic, with some sharp edges.",,18,82,California,California Other,California,F.J. Serra 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fj-serra-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,F.J. Serra 13.5,Red,US,"Too much unripeness in this wine, which shows aromas of asparagus and broccoli. Tastes somewhat better than it smells, with blackberry and black cherry notes.",,46,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Venteux 2007 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venteux-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Venteux 13,White,Argentina,"Smells a bit acrid, with aromas of peach pit and chemical. The palate is short on structure and offers punch-like sweetness in the mango/papaya field of play. Very juicy but not tasting or smelling very defined.",Alta Chardonnay-Torrontes,10,82,Other,Tulum Valley,,Callia 2009 Alta Chardonnay-Torrontes White (Tulum Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callia-2009-alta-chardonnay-torrontes-white-tulum-valley/,White Blend,2009,Callia 14,Red,Argentina,"Gaseous and rubbery, with leafy compost aromas. Flat, chunky and murky in the mouth, with soft, muddled fruit flavors and a finish of syrup and leftover sweetness. Comes up short on character, quality and clarity.",,10,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Barking Sheep 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barking-sheep-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Barking Sheep 12.5,Red,US,"Gassy and bubblegummy, like cheap Beaujolais, with candied raspberries and cherries.",,6,82,California,California Other,California,Backhouse 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backhouse-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Backhouse 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery and gaseous, and frankly it's just not very fresh or inviting. The mouthfeel suggests astringency, while the flavors are salty and earthy but not very fruity. Finishes with a leathery feel and tannic grab.",,11,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Hinojosa 2007 Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hinojosa-2007-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2007,Hinojosa 13,White,France,"A soft, open wine that tastes dilute but at least finishes cleanly. There are many better, more characterful, basic white Burgundies on the market.",,14,82,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Michel Picard 2007 Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-2007-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2007,Michel Picard 13,Red,Montenegro,"Scents of ripe red fruit on the nose contrast with a slightly underripe, sour cherry palate on this red wine from Montenegro. Despite its sharp acidity and a coarse mouthful of tannins, it ends on a pleasant chocolate-cherry finish.",,10,82,Lake Skadar Valley,,,Monte Cheval 2007 Vranec (Lake Skadar Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-cheval-2007-other-red-vranec-lake-skadar-valley/,Vranec,2007,Monte Cheval 12,Red,Italy,This no-fuss 50-50 blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon (made with organically farmed grapes) opens with wild berry and white almond aromas. The wine is thin and watery on the close.,Terra Summa,12,82,Veneto,Piave,,Pizzolato 2009 Terra Summa Red (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-2009-terra-summa-red-piave/,Red Blend,2009,Pizzolato 14.2,White,US,"Thin in orange, apricot and vanilla flavors, with soft acidity, this Chardonnay is okay for big parties and fast food.",,15,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Picnic at Pomar Junction 2008 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/picnic-at-pomar-junction-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2008,Picnic at Pomar Junction 15.5,White,Croatia,"There's a distinct grassy note of hay and alfalfa on the nose of this Croatian red wine. On the palate, there are pleasant notes of ripe red fruit and chocolate, but coarse grape tannins and a bold 15.5% alcohol content contribute to a rather harsh, disjointed mouthfeel.",Dingač,65,82,Middle and South Dalmatia,,,Saints Hills 2008 Dingač Plavac Mali (Middle and South Dalmatia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saints-hills-2008-dingac-other-red-plavac-mali-middle-south-dalmatia/,Plavac Mali,2008,Saints Hills 14.9,Red,US,"Raw and common, with excessively sweet, jammy cherry-berry flavors and a bizarre streak of acidity that tastes like it came from a box.",Nebula,24,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2006 Nebula Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2006-nebula-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Midnight 14.5,Red,US,"Too soft by far, with sugary sweet, medicinal cherry-berry flavors and a sharp cut of acidity. Tastes like an inexpensive Port.",Old Vines Reserve,30,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ursa 2006 Old Vines Reserve Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ursa-2006-old-vines-reserve-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2006,Ursa 14.5,White,US,"Tastes like sugared orange and apricot juice, with a bizarre hit of acidity. Lacks dryness and breed, especially at this price.",,25,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2009 Roussanne (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2009-roussanne-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Roussanne,2009,Curtis 12.7,Red,Bosnia and Herzegovina,"Ripe and fruity on the nose and palate with notes of sweet black plums laced with coffee and fresh herbs, the wine has an undertone of earth and mushroom throughout that adds a savory quality.",,13,83,Mostar,,,Winery Čitluk 2007 Blatina (Mostar),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winery-citluk-2007-other-red-blatina-mostar/,Blatina,2007,Winery Čitluk ,Rose,France,"A strawberry-flavored, medium-sweet wine, with lightness, freshness and a crisp, clean character.",Loire Valley,13,83,Loire Valley,Rosé d'Anjou,,Sauvion 2010 Loire Valley (Rosé d'Anjou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauvion-2010-loire-valley-rose-rose-danjou/,Rosé,2010,Sauvion 14,Red,US,"This Merlot is simple and candied in raspberry, cherry and caramelized oak flavors. It's pretty rustic, but basically sound.",Metronome,18,83,California,Napa,Napa County,R & B Cellars 2006 Metronome Merlot (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-b-cellars-2006-metronome-merlot-napa-county/,Merlot,2006,R & B Cellars 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A touch soupy and leafy on the nose, with a green element as well. The palate feel is clacky and firm, with herbal berry and green finishing flavors. Better in terms of feel and structure than flavors and aromas; a marginal Cab from a cool year.",Grand Reserve,15,83,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Piattelli 2008 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piattelli-2008-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Piattelli 14.4,White,US,"A sweet, simple Chardonnay, with pineapple and orange jam flavors and oak-like vanilla and caramel influences.",,28,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 2008 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,DeLorimier 14,White,Australia,"A different take on Viognier, with modest melon and pear notes and none of the variety's flamboyant aromatics or spice. It's crisp and lean instead of lush or opulent.",The Last Ditch,25,83,South Australia,McLaren Vale-Adelaide Hills,,D'Arenberg 2009 The Last Ditch Viognier (McLaren Vale-Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2009-last-ditch-viognier-mclaren-vale-adelaide-hills/,Viognier,2009,D'Arenberg 13,Red,Spain,"Quite strange and funky smelling, with uncommon grass, floral, hickory and blueberry aromas. The palate feels fine but has a sweet, faux-weedy core flavor that's offset by candied berry flavors. Tastes of licorice and lactic creaminess on the finish.",Rojo Granrojo,9,83,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Bodegas Navarro López 2009 Rojo Granrojo Tempranillo-Garnacha (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2009-rojo-granrojo-red-blend-tempranillo-garnacha-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Garnacha,2009,Bodegas Navarro López ,White,US,"There's a lightly spritzy tickle in the mouth, and a metallic undertaste to this Chardonnay. The blend includes 5% each Pinot Gris and Sauvignon Blanc, all done in stainless steel. Thin and a bit green, it does not quite come together.",,12,83,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Buried Cane 2008 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buried-cane-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Buried Cane 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Dark and heavily extracted, with a big, rubbery, gaseous bouquet that foretells the rest of the wine, which is herbal and full-bodied, with baked plum and berry flavors. Finishes oaky, with drying tannins and heat.",Reserve,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zorzal 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zorzal-2009-reserve-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2009,Zorzal 14.5,White,US,"Okay for everyday sipping, but there are problems. The wine is watery and thin in citrus flavors, which accentuates the acids and makes it sharp, almost sour. And there's a candy-sweet finish.",Signature Series San Lucas Vineyard,13,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Bianchi 2009 Signature Series San Lucas Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bianchi-2009-signature-series-san-lucas-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Bianchi 12,Red,Italy,"Made with organic grapes, this easygoing Merlot is designed for health-conscious vegans and vegetarians. The wine offers sharp berry and cherry flavors with a thin, citrusy close.",Terra Summa,12,83,Veneto,Piave,,Pizzolato 2009 Terra Summa Merlot (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-2009-terra-summa-merlot-piave/,Merlot,2009,Pizzolato 13,Red,Argentina,"Forward and simple, with red fruit and citrus on the nose. The palate is lean and light bodied, with tangy, dry red fruit flavors, orange and sour sucking candy. Quite tangy on the finish, and overall it achieves only a certain level of weight and prominence. No oak.",Reserva,11,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2009 Reserva Pinot Noir (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2009-reserva-pinot-noir-mendoza/,Pinot Noir,2009,Nieto Senetiner 12.5,White,Spain,"Waxy, peachy aromas are less than fresh, and the palate follows that lead via soft, pithy flavors of orange and melon. Shows little grip or structure for Godello and the finish fails to bring it home with kick or pop. Already past its prime. Tasted twice.",Gotín del Risc,14,83,Northern Spain,Bierzo,,Abad 2009 Gotín del Risc Godello (Bierzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abad-2009-gotin-risc-spanish-white-godello-bierzo/,Godello,2009,Abad ,Red,US,"This shows the herbal, somewhat stemmy character of Yakima Valley fruit in a cool vintage. It's well made, with good balance, but not quite ripe enough. Leaf and stem and herb dominate, with just a suggestion of tart berry.",Roadside Market Red,15,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Rattlesnake Hills,Roza Ridge 2008 Roadside Market Red Red (Rattlesnake Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roza-ridge-2008-roadside-market-red-columbia-valley-rattlesnake-hills/,Red Blend,2008,Roza Ridge 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a thin, watery wine that offers aged aromas of ripe fruit, dusty mineral, root beer and Teriyaki sauce. There's a touch of smoked ham or white mushroom on the close.",,20,83,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,L'Arco 2004 Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larco-2004-red-rosso-veronese/,Red Blend,2004,L'Arco 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Smells murky, leafy and of compost. The palate is lean, dry and slightly rough, with green herb, tomato and light raspberry and strawberry flavors. Finishes herbal and tea-like, with more earthiness than clarity.",Reserve,19,83,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Salentein 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-uco-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Salentein 12.5,Dessert,Hungary,"Lifted apple and pear aromas accent this light-bodied Tokaji with characteristic honey sweetness and a bright, citrus acidity. There's a darkness to this wine, however, brought on by hints of oxidation and a slightly dusty, tinned finish.",Aszú 3 Puttonyos - 500 ml,20,83,Tokaji,,,Tokaj Kereskedőház 2001 Aszú 3 Puttonyos - 500 ml (Tokaji),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tokaj-kereskedohaz-2001-aszu-3-puttonyos-500-ml-other-white-furmint-tokaji/,Furmint,2001,Tokaj Kereskedőház 13,White,Argentina,"Neutral on the nose except for a spot of peach and citrus. The palate is soft and chunky, with generic citrus flavors that suggest passion fruit and grapefruit. Turns a little mealy on the finish, so drink ASAP.",,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2010-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Bodega Norton 13.5,Red,US,"Dusty, tannic and simple. Still, juicy and pleasant enough, with a touch of bitterness on the finish.",,11,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Parducci 2007 Petite Sirah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2007-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Petite Sirah,2007,Parducci 12.5,White,Slovenia,"While savory and smoky on the nose with subdued aromas of apple and pineapple, this dry yet fruity Furmint from Slovenia offers a host of bright tropical flavors. Full bodied with a bracingly high acidity that's a tad off-balance, it's a refreshing wine for everyday.",,20,83,Štajerska,,,Verus Vineyards 2009 Furmint (Štajerska),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verus-2009-other-white-furmint-stajerska/,Furmint,2009,Verus Vineyards 12,White,Bulgaria,"A curious bouquet of lemongrass, pine needles and green florals, this Bulgarian Traminer boasts pretty floral scents and flavors accented with notes of apple and lemon. The dry, medium-bodied palate is a bit dusty, however, with an abrasive acidity on the finish.",,10,83,Bulgaria,,,Targovishte 2009 Traminer (Bulgaria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/targovishte-2009-other-white-traminer/,Traminer,2009,Targovishte 13,White,Croatia,"Big bouquets of jasmine blossoms perfume this pretty white Malvasia from Croatia. It's a bit soft on entry with persistent florals that verge on the confected, but its an easygoing, medium-bodied wine for casual entertaining.",Adriatico,15,83,Istria,,,Bastianich 2009 Adriatico Malvasia Istriana (Istria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bastianich-2009-adriatico-other-white-malvasia-istriana-istria/,Malvasia Istriana,2009,Bastianich 13.7,White,Argentina,"Yellow in color, blowsy on the nose, and chunky to the max in the mouth. This wine is big, forced and heavy, with orange, banana and melon flavors. Finishes soft and with no discernible oak or elegance.",Natal,15,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alpamanta 2009 Natal Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpamanta-2009-natal-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Alpamanta 13,White,Argentina,"Aromas of mealy apple and citrus are less than inviting, while the palate is citrusy but lacking in true Chardonnay character; instead it shows odd flavors of ham and orange juice. Ranks as yet another uninspired Argentine Chard in a long line of such wines.",,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zorzal 2009 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zorzal-2009-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Zorzal 12,Red,Italy,"Made with organically grown grapes, Pizzolato's ruby-colored Merlot starts off easily enough with focused aromas of wild berries, wet earth and spice. The wine's appearance is thin and simple, and so is the mouthfeel.",,12,83,Veneto,Piave,,Pizzolato 2009 Merlot (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pizzolato-2009-merlot-piave/,Merlot,2009,Pizzolato ,White,France,"Smoky, toasty aromas announce a wood-dominant wine. It is all spice, nutmeg and burnt wood.",Charnay Vieilles Vignes,,83,Burgundy,Mâcon-Charnay,,Domaine Cordier 2008 Charnay Vieilles Vignes (Mâcon-Charnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-cordier-2008-charnay-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-macon-charnay/,Chardonnay,2008,Domaine Cordier 12.5,White,Croatia,"High-toned apples and pears and a grassy, herbal note scent this unique blend of Croatian and international grape varieties. Deep gold in color, it's a savory wine with a bruised apple palate, but an interesting pick for everyday.",Riserva R5,19,83,North Dalmatia,,,Bibich 2008 Riserva R5 White (North Dalmatia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bibich-2008-riserva-r5-white-north-dalmatia/,White Blend,2008,Bibich 13.5,Red,Romania,"While pleasant on the nose and palate with loads of ripe red cherries, dried herbs and a hint of coffee grinds, jagged, chunky tannins and a hot finish make this full bodied Romanian wine a bit unbalanced.",,9,83,Dealu Mare,,,Terra Romana 2008 Feteasca Neagra (Dealu Mare),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-romana-2008-other-red-feteasca-neagra-dealu-mare/,Feteasca Neagra,2008,Terra Romana 14.7,Red,US,"Shows little of the structure or finesse you expect from a Santa Maria wine. Instead, it's soft and fruity to the point of overripe, with jammy berry and pepper flavors that veer into stewed prunes.",,35,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Presqu'ile 2008 Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/presquile-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2008,Presqu'ile 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Slightly green and a touch mulchy. The palate offers a decent mix of red fruits, herbal flavors and leathery notes. Finishes salty and choppy, but overall it's not a bad wine for the price.",,6,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ambiente 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ambiente-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Ambiente 14,Red,US,"Too soft for comfort, and too sweet, although the softness may exaggerate the true sugar content. Either way, this simple wine has cloying, candied blackberry and mocha flavors.",Special Reserve,38,83,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Herzog 2008 Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herzog-2008-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Herzog 13,White,Argentina,"Seems slightly mealy on the nose, and then comes a tired set of flavors that includes mushy apple and spice. Finishes easy but dilute, with a pithiness that's normal for the variety. It's the current vintage but it already seems passé.",Pietro Marini,13,83,Other,Cafayate,,Bodega El Transito 2010 Pietro Marini Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-el-transito-2010-pietro-marini-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2010,Bodega El Transito 12,Sparkling,Georgia,"Powdered sugar and lifted lemon scents mark this blend of traditional Georgian white grapes. The off-dry, charmat method produced wine is a bit more aggressive on the palate than Bagrationi's méthode Champenoise counterparts, but a value alternative to Prosecco.",Classic Extra Dry,10,83,Georgia,,,Bagrationi 1882 NV Classic Extra Dry Sparkling (Georgia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bagrationi-1882-nv-classic-extra-dry-sparkling-georgia-128205/,Sparkling Blend,1882,Bagrationi 1882 12,White,US,"Simple and soft, with buttery citrus flavors. Would score higher, but the wine falls apart on the finish.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Butterfield Station 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/butterfield-station-2009-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Butterfield Station ,White,France,"Lightweight fresh fruit flavors, mostly grapefruit and clean freshness. The wine is attractively fruity in style.",Loire Valley,13,84,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Sauvion 2010 Loire Valley (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauvion-2010-loire-valley-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2010,Sauvion ,White,France,"A lightweight wine that relies on its freshness to score. A tight fruit texture goes with intense grapefruit flavors. An apéritif style of Muscadet, with the fruitiness emphasized.",Couronne et Lions,,84,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Pierre Chainier 2010 Couronne et Lions (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-chainier-2010-couronne-lions-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2010,Pierre Chainier 14.3,White,US,"Simple and sweet, a New World Chardonnay with pineapple, orange cream and vanilla flavors. Crisp acidity provides fortunate cover for the richness.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Espiritu del Pomar Junction 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espiritu-pomar-junction-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Espiritu del Pomar Junction 14.5,Red,Spain,"Kind of a downer given past performances of this label and the high quality of the '05 harvest. Seems overly roasted and earthy, with rubbery, drawn aromas that don't seem fully fresh. The palate is heavy, with cooked, leathery flavors of berry and fig. Finishes in similar fashion, with dull bitter flavors and leather.",Crianza,32,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Convento San Francisco 2005 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/convento-san-francisco-2005-crianza-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,2005,Convento San Francisco 14.3,Red,US,"Soft and candied, with raspberry, cherry and oak flavors that taste as sweet as a pastry dessert. A simple wine that seems overpriced.",Crazy Creek Vineyard,40,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 2006 Crazy Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2006-crazy-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,DeLorimier 12,Red,Italy,"Raboso is a native grape of northern Italy that offers crisp, almost sour, notes of white cherry, bitter cranberry and white almond. It also delivers natural freshness and this quality helps it pair with fatty foods with cheese or butter.",Il Tralcetto,12,84,Veneto,Piave,,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 2005 Il Tralcetto Raboso (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cescon-italo-storia-e-vini-2005-il-tralcetto-italian-red-raboso-piave/,Raboso,2005,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a Frizzante (sparkling) wine unlike anything you have ever tried. Pinot Nero is vinified as a white wine with delicate floral aromas and citrus. It's a light, bright wine with tonic bubbling and crisp freshness.",Magót,28,84,Lombardy,Oltrepò Pavese,,Castello di Luzzano 2008 Magót Pinot Nero (Oltrepò Pavese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-luzzano-2008-magot-pinot-noir-nero-oltrepo-pavese/,Pinot Nero,2008,Castello di Luzzano ,White,US,"Given that the package holds the equivalent of four regular-sized wine bottles, this delivers a fair quaff for the price tag. Slightly sweet, it has a candied, bubblegum character, light melony fruit and a granular, sugary aftertaste.",,25,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Black Box 2009 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-box-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Black Box 13,Red,Croatia,"The nose and palate of this Croatian red blend drip with syrupy sweet red fruit, powdered sugar and mocha. High acidity adds freshness, and 12 months in American oak gives the wine a pleasant cherry vanilla character, but there's an overall clumsiness to it that could use some fine tuning.",Riserva R6,20,84,North Dalmatia,,,Bibich 2008 Riserva R6 Red (North Dalmatia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bibich-2008-riserva-r6-red-north-dalmatia/,Red Blend,2008,Bibich 13.5,Red,France,"This wine is quite the bargain, offering nice fruit and spice for under $10. Simply structured with soft tannins, juicy black currant and plum flavors all accented by a hint of pepper. Drink now.",Reserve,8,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Barton & Guestier 14.5,White,Croatia,"Notes of dainty white flowers, ripe melon and toasted nuts fill the nose and palate of this full-bodied Malvasia. With a whopping 14.5% alcohol content, there's a bit of heat on the finish and a slightly dusty tone on the palate, but brisk acidity and pleasant astringency on the finish keep it elegant.",Dubrovnik,20,84,Middle and South Dalmatia,,,Karaman Winery 2008 Dubrovnik Malvasia (Middle and South Dalmatia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karaman-winery-2008-dubrovnik-italian-white-malvasia-middle-south-dalmatia/,Malvasia,2008,Karaman Winery 13,Red,France,"Here's a simple but enjoyable Cab with notes of black plum, violet and cassis. Medium weight with soft tannins and a solid finish.",Réserve St. Martin,10,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 2009 Réserve St. Martin Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-mediterranee-2009-reserve-st-martin-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 13,White,France,This medium- weight Chard shows some grass and green plum notes alongside riper accents of apple and honeysuckle. Might be past its prime; try the 2010.,,12,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,La Noble 2009 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noble-2009-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2009,La Noble 13.5,White,Australia,"This is a nutty, almondy rendition of Roussanne, almost to the extent of veiling the remaining pineapple-tinged fruit. It's broad in the mouth and soft in texture, with a trace of warmth on the finish.",,29,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Yangarra Estate Vineyard 2009 Roussanne (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yangarra-estate-vineyard-2009-roussanne-mclaren-vale/,Roussanne,2009,Yangarra Estate Vineyard 13,Red,Spain,"Sweet and mildly candied on the bouquet, and then it clamps down firmly in the mouth with hard Cabernet tannins and lightly herbal, candied flavors of medicinal black cherry. Decent but not special; finishes sticky and candied.",Rojo Granrojo,9,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Bodegas Navarro López 2009 Rojo Granrojo Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-navarro-lopez-2009-rojo-granrojo-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bodegas Navarro López 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Rusty in color, with a mildly mulchy, leafy nose that's also slightly floral and smells of orange peel. Zesty in the mouth, with a lean profile and tart flavors of red cherry, plum and herbs.",Alto Las Tacas,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Vistandes 2009 Alto Las Tacas Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-vistandes-2009-alto-las-tacas-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Bodega Vistandes 13,Red,France,There's a green edge to this wine that struggles with the richer dark berries and fudge cake flavors. Soft and round in the mouth with a short finish.,Le Dog de Jean Marc,11,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Mont Tauch 2009 Le Dog de Jean Marc Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-tauch-2009-le-dog-jean-marc-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2009,Mont Tauch 12,Sparkling,Georgia,"Pleasantly yeasty and nutty on the nose, this is a slightly drier offering within their charmat method line. Frothy with a fresh apple palate, it's the perfect value sparkler meant for everyday entertaining.",Classic Brut,10,84,Georgia,,,Bagrationi 1882 2007 Classic Brut Sparkling (Georgia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bagrationi-1882-2007-classic-brut-sparkling/,Sparkling Blend,1882,Bagrationi 1882 13,Red,Spain,"Dry, lightweight and peppery, but zesty, fresh and clean. The body is streamlined to the point of being lean, but the raspberry and cherry flavors, while also thin like a runway model, are crisp and legit. Tart, tasty and simple red wine.",Mediterranean Red,6,84,Catalonia,Catalunya,,René Barbier NV Mediterranean Red Tempranillo-Merlot (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-barbier-nv-mediterranean-red-red-blend-tempranillo-merlot-catalunya/,Tempranillo-Merlot,,René Barbier 13,White,France,"Soft Chardonnay, with pear and walnut flavors, light acidity and rounded buttery flavors. There is an attractive final richness.",Laforet,13,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Joseph Drouhin 2009 Laforet (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2009-laforet-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2009,Joseph Drouhin 13.8,White,Argentina,Generic melon and peach aromas precede a slightly forced and sweet palate with melony flavors and some tail-end bitterness. The finish is creamy and shows vanilla as well as peach and toast notes. Very basic Chardonnay given the price.,,17,84,Other,Patagonia,,Verum 2010 Chardonnay (Patagonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verum-2010-chardonnay-patagonia/,Chardonnay,2010,Verum 14,Red,Spain,"Smells peppery and dark, yet the body is crisp and zingy due to sharp acidity. Flavors of raspberry and cherry skins run fast, while the finish is acid-washed and quick, with a lasting bit of herbal flavor and tartness.",Sangre de Toro,11,84,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Torres 2007 Sangre de Toro Tempranillo (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2007-sangre-de-toro-tempranillo-catalunya/,Tempranillo,2007,Torres 13.5,Red,Spain,"Rubbery but fresh smelling, with sharp acidity that creates big-time juiciness but also an angular feel. Tastes of zippy, tangy red fruits that are crisp and sizzle away. Gets a bit more deep and earthy on the finish.",Coronas,13,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Torres 2007 Coronas (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2007-coronas-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2007,Torres 12,White,France,"What would convince a producer to call a wine Jovly seems to be a mystery. That said, the wine is fresh, rounded with plenty of orange juice acidity, honey and a soft finish. Screwcap.",Jovly,12,84,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Caves du Val de France 2009 Jovly (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-val-france-2009-jovly-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Caves du Val de France 13.5,Red,Spain,"Smells earthy, murky and a little raisiny, and then in the mouth it scratches with grating tannins in support of floral cherry and tart red fruit flavors. Finishes sort of hollow and sour; standard issue at best.",Viñas Viejas,18,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Milcampos 2008 Viñas Viejas (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milcampos-2008-vinas-viejas-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2008,Milcampos ,Red,France,"With its superb tannins, the wine has a great solid core of structure. Over it is an edifice of direct black berry fruits, elegant texture and intense acidity. Impressive, a wine for aging.",,,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Las Cases 2008 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-las-cases-2008-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Léoville Las Cases ,White,France,"This wine boasts a delicious balance of crisp white fruits laced with citrus and wood. This is a ripe, fresh-faced wine, bringing depth with a creamy finish.",,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de Fieuzal 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fieuzal-2008-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château de Fieuzal 14,Red,Portugal,"A powerful wine, certainly, although in the elegant style of Quinta do Portal. Big black berry and plum flavors wrap around tannins that are still young, exuberant, needing time to settle down. The acidity and the solid tannic structure suggest good aging.",Reserva,28,92,Douro,,,Quinta do Portal 2008 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2008-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Portal ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Toffee sweetness on the nose introduces a rich wine with plenty of sweet flavors. Intense in its structured character, solid, this is a wine with good potential.",Quinta da Gricha Vintage,120,92,Port,,,Churchill's 2008 Quinta da Gricha Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-2008-quinta-gricha-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Churchill's 14,Red,Italy,"Opulent touches of campfire smoke and exotic spice are followed by black fruit, plum and cassis. This Brunello Riserva delivers a rich, smooth texture on the finish.",Beato Riserva,165,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Poggiolo E. Cosimi 2005 Beato Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggiolo-e-cosimi-2005-beato-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Il Poggiolo E. Cosimi ,White,US,"Add Hestia to the short list of Washington wineries making exceptional Chenin Blanc. Concentrated fruit flavors conjure up a smorgasbord of candied citrus—orange peel, grapefruit and lemon drops. Succulent and dense, this evolves through the finish, bringing in floral and honey overtones.",,15,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hestia Cellars 2009 Chenin Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hestia-cellars-2009-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Hestia Cellars 14.5,Red,Italy,"Pretty sweet spice and cherry aromas are followed by richness and a plush, extracted mouthfeel. In terms of its flavors, the wine shows soft vanilla and cherry tones with crushed clove at the rear.",,43,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Polino 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-polino-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,San Polino 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Still youthful, showing hints of toast and vanilla on the nose, this full-bodied yet elegant offering features flavors of tart cherries balanced by brown sugar. Give this velvety-textured Pinot Noir another year or two to settle down and integrate, then drink it over the next 4–6 years.",Prima Donna,75,91,Waipara Valley,,,Pegasus Bay 2006 Prima Donna Pinot Noir (Waipara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-2006-prima-donna-pinot-noir-waipara-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Pegasus Bay 13.4,White,US,"The vineyard is known for its Pinot Noirs, but winemaker Bob Cabral says this is a singular block. The wine is one of the finer California Chenin Blancs, bone dry, moderate in alcohol, and clean in mineral-inspired citrus fruits. It's a complex and unusual alternative to Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.",Limestone Ridge at Vista Verde Vineyard,25,91,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Williams Selyem 2008 Limestone Ridge at Vista Verde Vineyard Chenin Blanc (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-limestone-ridge-at-vista-verde-vineyard-chenin-blanc-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Williams Selyem ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Structured wine, shouting of its dark schist terroir. Bitter chocolate and spicy fruit set an attractive frame for the acidity. With plenty of weight to go with the tannins, this will age well.",Vintage,61,91,Port,,,Quinta do Vesuvio 2008 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vesuvio-2008-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Quinta do Vesuvio 14,Red,Italy,"Here's an interesting Brunello that recalls moist notes of forest floor and white mushroom, backed by cherry and wild berry. The wine opens with dense concentration and a dark ruby color. It ends with a long, polished feel.",,65,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Chiuse 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-chiuse-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Le Chiuse 14.5,Red,Italy,"This elegant Brunello opens with a ruby-garnet color and offers enticing aromas of mature berry fruit, cedar, and a touch of cola or tar. There's a smoky, mineral note in the mouth and although the texture it not too dense, it delivers a soft, sophisticated edge.",,55,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Velona 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/velona-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,La Velona 14.5,Red,Italy,"Ugolforte Brunello opens with perfumed aromas of blue flower, wild berries, white cherry, cinnamon, vanilla and a slight hint of toasted coconut. In fact, those oak-driven aromas could use more time to integrate. The mouthfeel, however, is more evolved at this stage with bright acidity and a spicy aftertaste.",Ugolforte,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta San Giorgio 2006 Ugolforte (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-san-giorgio-2006-ugolforte-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Tenuta San Giorgio 14.5,Red,Italy,"Plush, fruit-forward and soft, Riserva di Fizzano shows a modern, confident style. The wine's appearance already shows darker hues of aging and the bouquet is characterized by dark fruit, leather and spice.",Riserva di Fizzano,38,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca delle Macìe 2006 Riserva di Fizzano (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-2006-riserva-fizzano-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Rocca delle Macìe ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Lean, bitter chocolate-flavored wine. The structure dominates, pierced with acidity and tight tannins. Firm, structured and dry, it has weight enough to suggest it will age.",Vintage,60,91,Port,,,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 2008 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-nova-nossa-senhora-carmo-2008-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 12.5,Red,New Zealand,"This was an interesting showing for Dry River's 2008 Pinot, which seems to be showing more structure now than when I first tasted it last November. Now it's a bit blockier than I remember it, with potent cherry-berry fruit, a bit of vanilla and an long finish that ultimately smooths out and turns silky. Try 2013–2020.",,100,91,Martinborough,,,Dry River 2008 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-river-2008-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Dry River 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Dark in color, this is a fine, rich and still-elegant wine. Its tannins are like velvet, buried in the rich texture of ripe black fruits. With a firm backbone, layers of wood and spice, this could still age for several years.",Dona Maria Reserva,,91,Alentejano,,,Dona Maria-Júlio Bastos 2006 Dona Maria Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-maria-julio-bastos-2006-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2006,Dona Maria-Júlio Bastos 13,Red,France,"Always an attractive wine, Anthonic is in good form in 2008. It has weight as well as fruit, giving a ripe, rounded character to go with its tannins. It feels dense, although not heavy, and has a solid chunky, smoky finish.",,30,91,Bordeaux,Moulis-en-Médoc,,Château Anthonic 2008 Moulis-en-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-anthonic-2008-red-moulis-en-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Anthonic ,Red,France,"Attractive perfumed wine, rich, soft, generous and opulent. It has powerful, ripe fruit flavors of black berry and sweet plum that gives great richness.",,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Nenin 2008 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nenin-2008-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Nenin ,Red,France,"Owned by the Cazes family of Lynch-Bages, therefore with impeccable winemaking behind it, this is a big, tough wine based on great ripe fruit. The château continues to offer quality for price.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château les Ormes de Pez 2008 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ormes-pez-2008-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château les Ormes de Pez 13.5,Red,France,"The Pauillac vineyard under the same ownership as Château Peyrabon has produced an impressive 2008. It has power and intensity with the ripe, smooth fruits given muscle by the dark, chewy tannins. It's designed for aging, wait five years at least.",,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château La Fleur Peyrabon 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-peyrabon-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château La Fleur Peyrabon 13,Red,Italy,"Brunello Cantine Leonardo opens with loads of cinnamon and nutmeg with background tones of clove, earth, pressed violet and syrupy cassis. The wine closes with a long, spicy fade and a balanced touch of cleansing acidity.",,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Cantine Leonardo 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-leonardo-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Cantine Leonardo ,Red,France,"A rich, rounded wine with a dominant, soft, Merlot character. The wine also offers a firm tannic base over which there is a more fruity character and spice and fruit cake flavors on the finish.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Tronquoy-Lalande 2008 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tronquoy-lalande-2008-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Tronquoy-Lalande 14.5,White,US,"A zesty, delightful Sauvignon Blanc to drink on its own, or with zesty little appetizers. Will stand up well next to a beautiful roasted chicken. It's dry and firm in acidity, and rich in cool-climate citrus, tropical fruit, lemongrass and white pepper flavors.",Church Vineyard,29,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,John Anthony 2009 Church Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-anthony-2009-church-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,John Anthony ,Red,US,"This Meritage red is 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc, and 15% Petit Verdot. There are noticeable high toned aromas hinting at nail polish. The fruit is bright cherry and darker black currant, with milk chocolate coating the finish. The wine is still tightly wound and opens very slowly, so decanting is recommended.",Meritage,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hestia Cellars 2007 Meritage Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hestia-cellars-2007-meritage-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Hestia Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful southern Rhône-style wine, based on Syrah but with additions of Mourvèdre and Grenache. It's dry, fulled-bodied and tannic, with meaty, leathery flavors of blackberries and cassis. Feels very rich and dense, and should develop for the next 4–5 years.",Kick Ranch The Siren,32,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Carica 2008 Kick Ranch The Siren G-S-M (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carica-2008-kick-ranch-the-siren-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-sonoma-county/,G-S-M,2008,Carica ,White,US,"A beautiful Chardonnay, creamy, dry and elegant. There's a tangy minerality underlying the rich tropical fruit, apple, pear and buttered toast flavors. This is an elegant and sophisticated wine from the Carneros region.",Reserve,45,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bennett Lane 2007 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennett-lane-2007-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2007,Bennett Lane ,Red,France,"Dark-colored wine, with smoky, bitter chocolate flavors: cocoa plus spice and jammy black plums. It's powerful, densely textured, finishing with good acidity.",,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Clinet 2008 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clinet-2008-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Clinet ,Red,France,"One of the undiscovered treats of Pauillac, Batailley has produced a 2008 that shows richness, fresh acidity and delicious black currant fruits. For medium-term aging.",,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Batailley 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-batailley-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Batailley 14,Red,Italy,"Bright, clean and linear with pretty accents of spice, blackberry, leather and lingering tobacco, Villa al Cortile Riserva is the kind of wine you'll want to pair with a hearty meat dinner. The wine shows velvety, soft texture in the mouth.",Villa al Cortile Riserva,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Piccini 2005 Villa al Cortile Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2005-villa-al-cortile-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Piccini 13.5,Red,Italy,"Ser Lapo is a celebration of Tuscan Sangiovese with refined berry aromas and cherry undertones followed by blue flower, cola and spice. The color, consistency and fruit flavors are all excellent.",Ser Lapo Riserva,60,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Mazzei 2006 Ser Lapo Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2006-ser-lapo-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Mazzei 14,Red,Italy,"Don Tommaso is a plump, rich expression of Chianti Classico with cherry and blackberry backed by green aromas of curry leaf or rosemary. The wine's texture is smooth, consistent and soft.",Don Tommaso,45,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Principe Corsini Fattoria Le Corti 2006 Don Tommaso (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-corsini-fattoria-le-corti-2006-don-tommaso-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Principe Corsini Fattoria Le Corti 14.5,Red,Italy,"Poliziano consistently delivers smooth and rich expressions that show the best of Montepulciano. Aromas include black berry, cherry, smoked spice, leather and moist tobacco. Pair this wine with stewed veal.",,30,91,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Poliziano 2007 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poliziano-2007-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2007,Poliziano 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a very smooth and polished wine with good density, length and a squeaky-clean feel on the palate. The wine's texture is fine and smooth with buoyant aromas of wild berry, forest floor and root beer that keep the intensity alive.",,50,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio il Castellare 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-il-castellare-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Poggio il Castellare 14,Red,Italy,"Soft vanilla and marzipan aromas are enhanced by blueberry and sweet tobacco. This beautiful Brunello shows a fine, polished texture with background cinnamon and exotic spice.",,41,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Abbadia Ardenga 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbadia-ardenga-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Abbadia Ardenga 14.5,Red,US,"Tough and gritty now, due to a combination of hard skin and seed tannins and unintegrated new oak. The intensely concentrated blackberry fruit has a slight edge of raisiny overripeness that adds to the sweet, fruity richness. Seems perfectly capable of aging for many years. Try after 2012.",,80,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jericho Canyon Vineyard 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jericho-canyon-vineyard-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Jericho Canyon Vineyard ,Red,US,"This is pure Merlot from the StoneTree vineyard in the Wahluke Slope AVA. It's been aged almost two years in new French oak barrels, and has the delicious mix of fruit and barrel flavors to prove it. Supple, succulent, smooth and spicy, it's a showcase for cherry and cassis fruit, accented with pungent, almost piney herb. Excellent texture and mass shows good winemaking.",,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hestia Cellars 2008 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hestia-cellars-2008-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2008,Hestia Cellars 14,Red,Italy,"Bellezza is indeed a beautiful expression of Sangiovese (aged in oak) that peels back layer after layer with cherry, spice, leather and tobacco aromas. The fruit-driven finish is long, smooth and satisfying.",Bellezza,35,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Gabbiano 2006 Bellezza Sangiovese Grosso (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabbiano-2006-bellezza-sangiovese-grosso-toscana/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Castello di Gabbiano 14,Red,Portugal,"Smooth wine, the wood aging underlaying the cherry and ripe plum fruit flavors. It is powerful, yes, although there is a great sense of style from the ripe fruit integrated into rich tannins and final acidity.",Vale de Cavalos,20,91,Douro,,,Poças 2008 Vale de Cavalos Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2008-vale-cavalos-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Poças 14,Red,Italy,"This ruby-colored Brunello opens with bright cherry nuances and loads of toasted almond and cinnamon spice. From the lower, southern side of Montalcino, this interpretation focuses on quality fruit aromas, crispness and a sense of clean linearity.",,55,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Col d'Orcia 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-dorcia-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Col d'Orcia 15,Red,Italy,"Meaty aromas of smoked bacon and bresaola appear at first but softer aromas of chocolate, mocha and nutmeg slowly mature as the wine evolves in the glass. There's a slight touch of cherry sweetness in the mouth and the fade is both juicy and persistent.",,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Lambardi 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambardi-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Lambardi 13.5,Red,Italy,"From the Cortona area of eastern Tuscany, Girifalco opens with ripe, mature fruit tones and a soft, velvety texture. It sits well on the palate with blackberry and cassis after tones.",Girifalco,50,91,Tuscany,Cortona,,La Calonica 2007 Girifalco Sangiovese (Cortona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calonica-2007-girifalco-sangiovese-cortona/,Sangiovese,2007,La Calonica 14.1,Rose,US,"A beautiful rosé, pale in color, dry and crisp in acidity. It's an elegant, elusive and tantalizing wine, rich and complex in raspberry, orange zest, mineral, vanilla, wildflower and white pepper flavors. Only 106 cases were produced.",Grenache Rosé,25,91,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Scaggs Vineyard 2009 Grenache Rosé Rosé (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scaggs-vineyard-2009-grenache-rose-napa-mount-veeder/,Rosé,2009,Scaggs Vineyard 13.5,Red,Italy,"With 10% Canaiolo, this Sangiovese-based Riserva opens with very pristine fruit and berry aromas followed by delicate shadings of leather and spice. The integration is terrific and so is the freshness of the finish.",Riserva,22,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monsanto 2006 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-2006-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Castello di Monsanto 13.5,Red,Italy,"In homage to Chianti Classico tradition, this Riserva sees Sangiovese with 10% Canaiolo and Colorino for added texture, saturation and intensity. It's a firm, steady red that would pair beautifully with veal or roast pork.",Riserva Il Poggio,50,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monsanto 2004 Riserva Il Poggio (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-2004-riserva-il-poggio-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2004,Castello di Monsanto 13,Red,Italy,"Vigneto La Casuccia is a big, meaty wine that when compared to Castello di Ama's base Chianti Classico offers a bolder, more masculine style. It's a bit overdone in places although 20% Merlot adds loads of structure and intensity.",Vigneto La Casuccia,169,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Ama 2006 Vigneto La Casuccia (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-2006-vigneto-casuccia-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Castello di Ama 13.5,Red,Italy,"This vineyard-designate Brunello opens with ripe tones of prune, thick blackberry fruit and lingering but subdued Indian spice. This is not an overblown or overly intense wine. Instead, the focus is on elegance and longevity.",Vigna Soccorso,45,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tiezzi 2006 Vigna Soccorso (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiezzi-2006-vigna-soccorso-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Tiezzi 14.1,White,US,"Made in the drier, leaner, earthier and more Chablisian style that's increasingly popular, this Chardonnay is a natural for food pairings, such as shellfish. It's a minerally wine, with elegant citrus, kiwi and pear flavors and a streamlined complexity.",Estate,24,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 2009 Estate Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuhlmuller-2009-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Stuhlmuller Vineyards ,Red,France,"Juicy, ripe wine, perfumed with sweet fruit. Black berries and bitter chocolate mix with sweet plums and final, lively acidity.",Croix de Beaucaillou,120,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Ducru Beaucaillou 2008 Croix de Beaucaillou (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ducru-beaucaillou-2008-croix-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Ducru Beaucaillou ,Red,France,"Packed with tannins and new wood, this wine has a dark character. At this stage, it is more tannin than fruit, with heavy extraction. Only at the end does some jammy fruit show through. Judging by its final weight, though, it will mature well.",,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Lascombes 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lascombes-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lascombes 14,Red,Portugal,"Meandro, named after the horseshoe bend on the Douro that surrounds the Vale Meão vineyard, is the second wine from this quinta. In its own right, it is a fine wine, solidly based around smooth, rich black berry fruits and spice. Age for 5–6 years at least.",Meandro do Vale Meão,24,91,Douro,,,Quinta do Vale Meão 2008 Meandro do Vale Meão Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vale-meao-2008-meandro-do-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Vale Meão 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A firm wine, based on dry tannins and some dense fruit. It has acidity, driven by black berry flavors. The core of the wine is dry, both from wood and acidity, and it will benefit from 2–3 years' aging.",Mural Reserva,10,91,Douro,,,Quinta do Portal 2007 Mural Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2007-mural-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Quinta do Portal 14.3,Red,US,"Easy to really like this soft, delicious Merlot. It's so rich in black cherries and cassis, with a chocolaty edge and smoky, sweet notes of oak barrels. Not an ager, but one of the fancier Merlots out there.",Pépé Cavedale Vineyards,39,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Y Rousseau 2008 Pépé Cavedale Vineyards Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rousseau-2008-pepe-cavedale-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2008,Y Rousseau 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a textbook Brunello Riserva with dark berry fruit, spice and bright touches of cola and smoke. The wine overall is smooth, rich and plays its cards well.",Poggiolo Riserva,80,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Poggiolo E. Cosimi 2005 Poggiolo Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggiolo-e-cosimi-2005-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Il Poggiolo E. Cosimi 14.5,Red,Italy,"There's a tight, sharp element here with defined tones of bramble and wild fruit. Later, as the wine sits in the glass, this lively Brunello Riserva opens to generous tones of soft vanilla, leather and spice.",Riserva,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Cupano 2005 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cupano-2005-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Cupano ,Red,France,"Trottevieille's style, like its old style yet renewed, offers structure and dry tannins, while there is fruit to give a powerful punch. When it all comes together, this will be in a wine for long aging.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Trottevieille 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trottevieille-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Trottevieille ,Red,France,"Heavy new wood influence gives a creamy, toasty palate, the fruit lying under this smooth surface. It is juicy, packed with firm tannins. It will take several years for the wine to properly integrate.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Troplong Mondot 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-troplong-mondot-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Troplong Mondot ,Red,US,"Smooth and supple, almost silky, this dense and delightful Syrah begins with a smoky, meaty run of sweet cherry and berry flavors, then quickly adds interesting nuances of herb and leaf and earth. The cherry fruit triumphs, along with cut tobacco and a whiff of clove, as it weaves through a long finish.",Heritage,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Olsen Estates 2008 Heritage Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olsen-estates-2008-heritage-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,Olsen Estates 13.5,Red,Italy,"This dark Brunello by Ferrero offers a nice ensemble of mineral and graphite notes followed by mature berry fruit and smooth, rich extraction. Dark spice and toasted almond pick up the rear.",,40,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ferrero 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrero-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Ferrero 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A dense wine with great spicy fruit, open and generous. This is a wine that feels powerful, structured and concentrated. It needs aging for at least 3–4 years.",Colheita,20,91,Douro,,,Duorum 2009 Colheita Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2009-colheita-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2009,Duorum ,Red,US,"Pure Syrah from the oldest planting in the state (at Red Willow). At first the barrel spices, notably cumin, dominate; but with some hours of breathing time a core of brambly fruit, accented with roasted earth, comes into play. An elegant and polished wine, it has the structure to age for at least a half decade longer.",La Côte Patriarche,55,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Betz Family 2008 La Côte Patriarche Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2008-cote-patriarche-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,Betz Family 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Beautifully balanced, with crisp acids providing lift and delineation to the cherry fruit while at the same time supple tannins provide just the right amount of texture. Smoky oak caresses and accents the fruit with hints of cocoa, cinnamon and clove. Drink 2012–2018.",,43,91,Martinborough,,,Ata Rangi 2008 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ata-rangi-2008-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ata Rangi 14.5,Red,Chile,"Every year this wine impresses and scores the same, so give credit to Antiyal for consistent high quality. This vintage shows milk chocolate, leather and char on the nose along with deep berry aromas. The palate is full and lush, with cassis, cherry, berry and a light leafiness. Mildly herbal but that's pure Maipo Valley for you; Carmenère, Cabernet and Syrah is the blend. Drink now–2013.",,60,91,Maipo Valley,,,Antiyal 2008 Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antiyal-2008-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Antiyal ,Red,France,"Hard, dark tannins, a good amount of wood and acidity—if that doesn't sound initially promising, the ripe black berry juice and jam flavors come pushing through, creating a powerful, chunky wine.",Pagodes de Cos,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos d'Estournel 2008 Pagodes de Cos (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-destournel-2008-pagodes-de-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Cos d'Estournel ,Red,France,"With its solid dark tannins wound around ripe black stone fruits, the wine shows an almost sweet character in its richness. The classic acidity of the year powers through the tannins and the fruit, giving greater complexity.",,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Latour à Pomerol 2008 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-a-pomerol-2008-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Latour à Pomerol ,Red,France,"Chocolate and ripe black fruits go with a lively, spicy acidity that gives the wine a great lift. It is lively and concentrated.",,45,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Laforge 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-laforge-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Laforge ,Red,France,"Big, impressive wine, packed with sweet tannins and black plum fruits. Smoky wood lurks in the background, while acidity tops it off attractively.",,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-puy-ducasse-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse ,Red,France,"With it cellars in a back street of Pauillac, this wine is often overlooked. But with the same winemaking team as Lafite, it represents a serious wine, solid, chunky, containing delicious fruit. The wood is noticeable at present, but will certainly mingle effortlessly in a few years.",,,91,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Duhart-Milon 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-duhart-milon-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Duhart-Milon 14.5,Red,US,"A smooth, lush blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. It's dry, full-bodied and fairly tannic, and very rich in black cherry fruit and licorice flavors, well integrated with spicy oak. Feels upscale, but will benefit from 3–5 years in the bottle.",Proprietary Red Wine,42,91,California,Napa,Calistoga,Vermeil 2008 Proprietary Red Wine Red (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vermeil-2008-proprietary-red-wine-napa-calistoga/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Vermeil ,White,US,"A thoughtful blend from vineyards representing the Wahluke Slope, Yakima Valley and Columbia Gorge AVAs. Complex and nuanced, this weaves together peaches, apples, honeydew melon, pepper, cinnamon and a vein of clean, wet rock. Great structure suggests this could be cellared for another five or six years.",Vigneron Select,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Forgeron 2008 Vigneron Select Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forgeron-2008-vigneron-select-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Forgeron 14.5,Red,Chile,"As blends go, this is a winner. The nose is spicy and wild, with blackberry, cola, fine leather and earthy qualities. Lush and concentrated in the mouth, with meaty, herbal flavors of cola and blackberry. Toast and pepper notes lend darkness to the finish, and overall this is a grand, ripe thoroughbred made from six grapes including Syrah, Cabernet and Carmenère. Drink now through 2013.",Coyam,34,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Emiliana 2008 Coyam Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emiliana-2008-coyam-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Emiliana 14.9,Rose,US,"This Cab is made in a leaner, earthier style you can describe as food friendly. It has complex flavors of blackberries, black currants and coffee. For those critics who knock California Cabernet as too ripe, this will come as a pleasant surprise. Drink now–2013.",Estate Bottled,34,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2007 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2007-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Eberle 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This wine feels big and burly, its tannins powering through the fruit. It has a strong structure, firm black plums, the acidity giving a lift to the weight of dark fruits. It needs aging, over the next 4–5 years.",Tinto,,91,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2008 Tinto Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2008-tinto-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta de Chocapalha 15,Dessert,US,"A beautiful dessert wine that should influence consumers to rediscover the category. Almost as dark as a red wine, it's soft in texture and extraordinarily sweet, with intense essence of tangerine and raspberry flavors. Hard to exaggerate the deliciousness factor. Good value in a full 750-milliliter bottle.",Elysium,25,91,California,California Other,California,Quady 2009 Elysium Black Muscat (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-2009-elysium-muscat-black-other/,Black Muscat,2009,Quady 14,Red,Italy,"Brunello Prime Donne (made by an all-female winemaking team) opens with loads of ripe fruit and overtones of strawberry, blackberry and exotic spice. The wine is beautifully soft and smooth in the mouth with rich, dark extraction.",Prime Donne,80,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 2006 Prime Donne (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donatella-cinelli-colombini-2006-prime-donne-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 14,Red,Italy,"A tight, compact and streamlined interpretation, this Riserva Brunello offers clean cherry aromas backed by slight renderings of tobacco and fine leather. The wine shows medium extraction and density with good intensity.",Riserva,90,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Col d'Orcia 2005 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-dorcia-2005-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Col d'Orcia 14.5,Red,Italy,"Vigna Pianrosso is a vineyard-designate Brunello that opens with warming notes of spice, cardamom, ginger and rhubarb. The wine delivers a very smooth and creamy texture in the mouth.",Vigna di Pianrosso,70,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2006 Vigna di Pianrosso (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciacci-piccolomini-daragona-2006-vigna-pianrosso-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 14,Red,Italy,"Despite its youthful persona, Rosso dei Notri reveals a surprisingly sophisticated and elaborate style. This is a richly concentrated expression of Sangiovese from Coastal Tuscany with black fruit, spice and tobacco.",Rosso dei Notri,23,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tua Rita 2009 Rosso dei Notri Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tua-rita-2009-rosso-notri-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2009,Tua Rita 13,White,Chile,"In the four years that San Pedro has been making this SB, it has improved steadily. This is pungent, strong and piercing, with sharpness that comes up just shy of being too much. Spritzy in feel, with lime, fresh lettuce and tarragon flavors. Sheer, long and tangy on the finish; excellent Leyda SB.",1865 Single Vineyard,19,91,Leyda Valley,,,San Pedro 2010 1865 Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2010-1865-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,San Pedro 14.78,Red,US,"A lovely Pinot for drinking now. The wine is softly tannic and silky in the mouth, with rich, complex flavors of raspberries and cherries, exotic dusty spices such as cloves and star anise, and sweet charred oak. First-rate, and worth the price.",,38,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Thomas George 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-george-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Thomas George 14.1,White,US,"Rich in citrus and tropical fruit flavors, but superbly dry and crisp in cool-climate acidity, with a wonderful, stony minerality. Comes down squarely on the dry, steely side of the Chardonnay spectrum, but no less complex and interesting.",,18,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Koehler 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koehler-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Koehler 14.4,Red,US,"So easy to like now for its ripe, pie-filling flavors of raspberries and cherries, cola, sweet rhubarb, cured meat, cinnamon and white pepper. Just delicious, and the texture is pure silk and satin. Hard to keep from drinking right away, but it should develop bottle complexity over the next six years.",Baker Ridge Vineyard,60,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Thomas George 2008 Baker Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-george-2008-baker-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Thomas George ,Red,Italy,"This Brunello is characterized by dark, dense extraction that seems packed tight with black cherry, pressed rose, spice, root beer and toasted nut. The wine feels full and opulent on the close but fresh acidity stops it from being heavy or chewy.",,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Friggiali 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-friggiali-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Tenuta Friggiali ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Soft, silky wine, very opulent and ripe. It shows big berry jam fruits, while never losing its tannins and acidity. As always with a wine from this legendary quinta, this has power and great richness.",Vintage,80,91,Port,,,Quinta do Vale Meão 2008 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vale-meao-2008-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Quinta do Vale Meão 14.5,Red,New Zealand,"A top-flight Cab-Merlot from Hawkes Bay, Te Awa's 2007 is loaded with plum and cassis, dressed up by elegant oak-derived notes of vanilla and baking spices. It's full-bodied, lush and layered in texture, with a long velvety finish. So good now, the only question is how long it will last. Drink now–2015.",,25,91,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2007,Te Awa 14.5,Red,Spain,"A little scratchy on the nose, but otherwise it exudes pure aromas of cassis and raspberry. The palate is juicy, racy and snappy but full and structured, while the flavors of raspberry, plum and blackberry get sweetness in the form of coconut and vanilla-infused coffee. Less soft and bodied than previous vintages but a big winner nonetheless.",Colección Privada,54,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2008 Colección Privada (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2008-coleccion-privada-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Sierra Cantabria 14,Red,Italy,"There's a smoky, meaty quality here with mature fruit, cola, mesquite and cured meat nuances in the background. La Colombina boasts impressive intensity and lingering spice flavors.",,42,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Colombina 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colombina-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,La Colombina 14,Red,Italy,"La Collina dei Lecci offers a clean but compact Riserva Brunello with bright bursts of white cherry and forest berry followed by light accents of smoke and spice. With medium intensity and structure, this food-friendly alternative would match risotto or pasta.",Riserva,55,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Collina dei Lecci 2005 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collina-lecci-2005-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,La Collina dei Lecci 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a dark, hearty Brunello that will appeal to those who love a thickly structured wine to pair with grilled sirloin or tri-tip. There's a natural thickness or succulence here followed by firm tannins, bright acidity, mesquite and loads of black cherry.",,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Montecarbello 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecarbello-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Montecarbello ,Red,US,"The best blend from JM Cellars is Tre Fanciulli, here composed of 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, and 14% Syrah. You'll find pleasing strawberry and Bing cherry fruit, along with claret-like structure and nicely applied cinnamon and baking spice accents. It could almost fool you into thinking you were drinking an excellent Dry Creek Zinfandel.",Tre Fanciulli,42,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 2007 Tre Fanciulli Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-2007-tre-fanciulli-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,JM Cellars ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A solidly structured wine that has big spice and ripe, dark fruits. On the dry side, with an attractive balance between the fruit and the acidity. Definitely for aging",Vinha de Castelo Melhor,80,91,Port,,,Duorum 2008 Vinha de Castelo Melhor (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2008-vinha-castelo-melhor-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Duorum 14,Red,Portugal,"A limited-production wine, fermented in open lagars. It has beautiful perfumes, with touches of violet and sweet spice. With its soft, integrated tannins, this is dense, well proportioned, all in balance.",Touriga Franca,18,91,Alentejano,,,Herdade de São Miguel 2009 Touriga Franca Touriga Franca (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-sao-miguel-2009-touriga-franca-portuguese-red-touriga-franca-alentejano/,Touriga Franca,2009,Herdade de São Miguel 14,Red,Italy,"This is a syrupy, rich, meaty wine that opens with impressive intensity and extraction. It's a bruiser and a pleaser that delivers aromas of cherry liqueur, blackberry jam and exotic spice. It's also a masculine, opulent wine that could use a few more years of cellar aging.",,50,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria Scopone 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-scopone-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Fattoria Scopone 14.5,Red,Italy,"Gorgeous on all fronts save for a tiny touch of rawness on the nose. Aromas include fresh cedar wood, incense and crème de cassis syrup. The wine is determined and powerful in terms of alcohol and delivers long, rich intensity to match.",,70,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fanti 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fanti-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Fanti ,Red,France,"There is a rich feel to this wine, its soft, velvet texture accompanied by juicy acidity. It has elegance, not huge tannins, and offers a fresh finish.",Dame de Montrose,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Montrose 2008 Dame de Montrose (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montrose-2008-dame-de-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Montrose ,Red,France,"A little severe at first, not letting the fruit show through the tannins. However, the black currant fruit is there, and it's possible to discern that it will become delicious and for medium-term aging.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Lagrange 2008 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrange-2008-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lagrange ,White,France,"A tight wine, showing racy fruit and an herbal character. Its acidity shoots through the orange zest and grapefruit flavors, leaving a wine that is bright, tangy and ready to drink.",,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Couhins-Lurton 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-couhins-lurton-2008-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Couhins-Lurton ,Red,France,"Structured, direct, not heavy, the fruit very forward, powered by red berries. The wine has an attractive open character, rich and fresh at the same time.",,,91,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Potensac 2008 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potensac-2008-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Potensac ,Red,France,"Chocolates and ripe fruit notes are found in this rounded. rich and soft wine. It's all fruit cake, raisins and sweet plums. Velvet tannins add cushioning.",,,91,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Petit-Village 2008 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-petit-village-2008-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Petit-Village 14.1,Red,US,"With serious structure and a firm grip, this 100% Cabernet from Livermore's vaulty Concannon is a very impressive effort from a strong vintage that's easy drinking and well integrated, tasting great right now with plenty of rich tannins, pleasing blueberry and cassis with a shot of chocolate on the finish for good measure.",Reserve,25,91,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Concannon 13.5,Red,Italy,"Solare is an 80-20 blend of Sangiovese and Malvasia Nera that shows the best of Tuscan winemaking. There's elegance here backed by aromas of berry fruit, forest floor, dark spice and pressed flower.",Solare,50,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Capannelle 2005 Solare Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capannelle-2005-solare-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2005,Capannelle 13.5,Red,Italy,"This vintage of Vino Nobile may be Avignonesi's best in ten years or more. The wine is rich, saturated and bright thanks to the impressive integrity of its cherry, blackberry and spice aromas.",,25,91,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Avignonesi 2007 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avignonesi-2007-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2007,Avignonesi 14,Red,Italy,"This is a nicely balanced wine with bright cherry and berry flavors that are offset by sweet spice, almond and toasted oak. The wood elements already show integration and will continue to diminish with time. Give this wine five or so more years of cellar aging.",,68,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Canalicchio di Sopra 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canalicchio-sopra-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Canalicchio di Sopra 13.5,Red,Italy,"This dark garnet colored Brunello opens with straightforward and uncomplicated aromas of wild berry, spice and leather. This wine also shows a high level of confidence that is seen in its firm tannins, crisp acidity and rich aftertaste of clove and black fruit.",,65,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Brunelli Martoccia 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brunelli-martoccia-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Brunelli Martoccia 13,Red,Italy,"Round, soft and velvety, this beautiful Riserva Chianti Classico offers a huge bouquet with mature cherry and black fruit aromas. The mouthfeel is tight, streamlined and compact.",Riserva,27,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Carpineto 2006 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-2006-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Carpineto 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes immature now, an awkward combination of ripe, intense mountain fruit, oak, tannins and acidity, none of which has come together yet. It's a bold, masculine wine, rich in blackberries, cherries and minerals, but it wants a good 5–6 years to meld.",,48,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Yates Family Vineyard 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yates-family-vineyard-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Yates Family Vineyard 14.5,Red,Spain,"Rich, smoky and heady, with earthy black fruit aromas that fold in mocha and vanilla. The palate runs fairly crisp and firm for a big wine, with black cherry, spice, peppercorn and herbal flavors. Super lively, tight and showing cola and lemon peel on the woody finish. Drink from 2012–2018.",Finca El Bosque,170,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2008 Finca El Bosque (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2008-finca-el-bosque-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Sierra Cantabria 14,Red,Italy,"San Lorenzo delivers a dark, brooding expression from Montalcino with dense concentration that is accented by smoky notes of cured meat and Indian spice. Fresh tones of cherry and cassis cap the long, fruit-driven fade.",,50,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Lorenzo 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-lorenzo-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,San Lorenzo 14,Red,Italy,"Talenti delivers a very impressive Brunello with inky-dark concentration and background layers of coffee, espresso, fudge and maraschino cherry. Give it more time to age so that those sharp points of firmness can soften and widen.",,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Talenti 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talenti-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Talenti ,Red,Portugal,"Tasting of the tough land from which it comes, this is a firmly structured and intense wine, packed with berry fruits, layered with wood and spice. Made by Mateus Nicolau de Almeida, grandson of the creator of Portugal's legendary Barca Velha wine. Age for five years and more.",Mux Tinto,27,92,Douro,,,Muxagat 2008 Mux Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muxagat-2008-mux-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Muxagat 14,Red,Italy,"A wonderful oak-aged Sangiovese from an exceptional vintage, this lush Chianti Classico offers top notch intensity and complexity. There's purity too especially in the wine's aromas of cherry, chocolate and vanilla spice.",Castello di Fonterutoli,60,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Mazzei 2007 Castello di Fonterutoli (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2007-castello-di-fonterutoli-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Mazzei ,Red,Italy,Castello di Fonterutoli consistently offers one of the best Chianti Classicos you can buy. What distinguishes this estate's style is the soft richness and the smooth cherry and chocolate finish.,Castello di Fonterutoli,65,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Mazzei 2006 Castello di Fonterutoli (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2006-castello-di-fonterutoli-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Mazzei 13.5,White,New Zealand,"The 2008 Moutere continues the run of success Neudorf has been on, offering delectable hints of buttered toast alongside subtle peach notes and grilled nuts. It's medium to full in body, but reined in by crisp acids, with a long, mouthwatering finish. Drink now–2015, perhaps longer.",Moutere,48,92,Nelson,,,Neudorf 2008 Moutere Chardonnay (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neudorf-2008-moutere-chardonnay-nelson/,Chardonnay,2008,Neudorf 14,Red,Italy,Vigna delle Raunate opens with bold smoke and spice tones upfront that are closely followed by mature fruit and blackberry aromas. Delicate touches of vanilla and black spice create beautiful accents along the way.,Vigna delle Raunate,50,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Mocali 2006 Vigna delle Raunate (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2006-vigna-delle-raunate-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Mocali 14.5,Red,US,"A terrific 100% Cabernet, and a relative bargain at this price. It's a rich wine, smooth and soft in blackberry, cassis, cedar and spice flavors, with a milk chocolate finish. Appealing now. Production was 600 cases.",,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Michael-Scott 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-scott-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Michael-Scott 13.5,Red,Italy,"Torrione (100% Sangiovese from eastern Tuscany) shows impressively bright and clean cherry flavors with background nuances of dark fruit, plum, spice and delicate touches of tobacco and leather. It's a beautiful wine that shows the best side of this native Italian grape.",Torrione,45,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria Petrolo 2008 Torrione Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-petrolo-2008-torrione-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2008,Fattoria Petrolo 13.5,Red,Italy,"Brunello Vigna Manapetra shows soft roundness and ripe aromas of cherry, blackberry, sweet spice and barbecue smoke. It feels tight, firm and well integrated in the mouth and shows very nice acidity on the close, which is fresh without being sharp.",Vigna Manapetra,50,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria La Lecciaia 2006 Vigna Manapetra (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-lecciaia-2006-vigna-manapetra-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Fattoria La Lecciaia 14,Red,Italy,"Plush, ripe, soft and smooth, this wine presents a long list of pleasurable attributes. It opens with a dark garnet color and blackberry, cherry, vanilla, mocha, espresso and tobacco aromas. There's a very clean or pristine nature overall and the wine boasts ripe fruit flavors, backed by smoke and sweet spice.",,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donna Olga 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donna-olga-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Donna Olga 14.5,Red,Italy,Fuligni's newest Brunello is characterized by well-polished and very elegant tones of graphite and slate roof that give the wine a defined mineral backbone. It becomes more expansive on the palate thanks to its natural richness and fruit-forward berry flavors.,,77,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fuligni 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fuligni-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Fuligni ,Red,France,"This château is progressing well in raising its quality as this big, chunky wine shows. The fruit has a solid texture, with great black swirls of dark berry and smoky flavors in a tannic cloak.",,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Cantenac Brown 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantenac-brown-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Cantenac Brown ,Red,France,"Rich and dense, a second wine that is right at the level of a grand cru classé. The fruit is polished by wood, with additional chocolate and spice character. The wine has power, extraction and tannins that envelop the juicy fruit.",Chapelle d'Ausone,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Ausone 2008 Chapelle d'Ausone (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ausone-2008-chapelle-dausone-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Ausone 14.5,White,US,"Made in a tart, citrusy style, like an elegant Chablis, this rich, balanced Chardonnay shows candied flavors of pineapples, lemon custard, Key lime pie and stony minerals. Brisk acidity provides a keen, bracing balance.",Signature,43,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Darioush 2008 Signature Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darioush-2008-signature-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Darioush 14,Red,Italy,"Castello Banfi's 2006 Brunello opens with smooth and soft cherry flavors and is packed tight with background aromatics that include tobacco, cola, leather and more dark fruit. The wine's texture is silky, crisp and long-lasting.",,55,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Castello Banfi ,Red,France,"Big, ripe and rich, with smoky bacon flavors as well as sweet tannins. The wine feels generous, the tannins cushioned.",,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos Fourtet 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-fourtet-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Clos Fourtet 14.3,Red,US,"A dark, big, gutsy wine, full-bodied and dry, and filled with ripe, exuberant flavor. Blackberries, cherries, cassis and smoky oak flood the mouth, bright, delicious and complex, and with a very long finish. This is a serious Cabernet Sauvignon that will evolve in the bottle, but is fine to drink now.",Kit's Killer Cab,38,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clif Family 2007 Kit's Killer Cab Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clif-family-2007-kits-killer-cab-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Clif Family 14.5,Red,Italy,Magari is a uniquely nostalgic Italian word that loosely translates as ‘if only.' If only Angelo Gaja released a Magari of this caliber every vintage. The wine is smooth and rich with lingering tones of cherry and sweet spice.,Magari,85,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ca' Marcanda 2007 Magari Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-marcanda-2007-magari-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2007,Ca' Marcanda 14,Red,Italy,"Riserva gli Angeli is a beautiful Brunello with plump richness and long-lasting flavors of red fruit, exotic spice, leather and tobacco. Thanks to excellent growing conditions, this lucky vintage shows wonderfully rich texture in the mouth.",Riserva gli Angeli,85,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Gerla 2004 Riserva gli Angeli (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerla-2004-riserva-gli-angeli-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,La Gerla 14.7,White,US,"A big, powerful and fruity Chardonnay, made in the classic style of this cool-climate vineyard. It's massive in pineapple, kumquat, buttered toast, vanilla cream and cinnamon spice flavors, brightened with crisp acidity. Should develop mineral, nut and dried fruit notes over the years, if you want to cellar it.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,38,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Krutz 2008 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krutz-2008-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,Krutz ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Perfumed wine, initially soft, then showing some mineral character to go with the spice and acidity. That puts it on the dry side, with a smoky character coming through the juicy fruit. For aging.",Quinta dos Malvedos Vintage,,92,Port,,,W. & J. Graham's 2008 Quinta dos Malvedos Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-j-grahams-2008-quinta-malvedos-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,W. & J. Graham's 14.5,Red,US,"A 100%-Cabernet Franc from mountainous El Dorado County! This wine's crazy good with tons of varietal character—woodsy tannins, touch of green pepper, vials of violets—that's also packed with plenty of great plum, cassis and savory notes of leather and mocha, all in a memorable package. With plenty of grip and acid, enjoyed over a meal, it gets better by the minute and has the depth to age 5–10 years, too.",The Scrapper,30,92,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Vinum Cellars 2007 The Scrapper Cabernet Franc (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-2007-scrapper-cabernet-franc-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Vinum Cellars ,Red,France,"A rounded, concentrated wine, rich and initially soft. Chocolate and ripe plum flavors give a superripe and spicy wine. As with many of the Pomerols in 2008, acidity comes riding in to redress the balance",,,92,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Providence 2008 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-providence-2008-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Providence ,Red,France,"The second wine of Château Pichon-Longueville is soft, perfumed and delicious. It's a wine with plenty of juicy fruit, though at this stage the wood is too dominant. The finish shows a hint of spice.",Les Tourelles de Longueville,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville 2008 Les Tourelles de Longueville (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-2008-tourelles-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Pichon Longueville ,White,France,"Bright, fresh and crisp wine, with some ripe fruit tinged with herbal, grassy notes. White fruits shot with acidity dance in the glass. Age for 3–4 years.",,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Latour-Martillac 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-martillac-2008-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Latour-Martillac 15.2,Red,US,"This vigorous young wine delivers all the Petite Sirah personality you could ask for. It's dark, dry and tannic, and huge in pepper-inspired flavors of blackberries, roasted coffee, cassis and an exquisitely sweet, spicy taste of gingersnap cookie. Should age effortlessly for a decade.",Kick Ranch,36,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Carica 2008 Kick Ranch Petite Sirah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carica-2008-kick-ranch-petite-sirah-sonoma-county/,Petite Sirah,2008,Carica 14.5,Red,US,"An absolutely first-rate wine. It's dry, silky and savory, showing the crisp acidity and strawberry, mineral and cinnamon spice flavors of a fine Carneros Pinot Noir. Perfect now with crab cakes, roasted salmon, grilled chicken with rosemary new potatoes.",Estate Vineyard,45,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 2007 Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-2007-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Bouchaine ,White,France,"A beautifully balanced wine, its acidity and green fruits, slipping easily into a more intense pear and apricot character. The tang comes back with the citrus on the finish.",,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Carbonnieux 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carbonnieux-2008-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Carbonnieux ,Red,France,"Solid and chunky, with firm tannins over the ripe black berry fruit. With its plentiful acidity and powerful tannins, this is going to be a long-term wine.",,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Canon 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canon-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Canon ,Red,France,"Big and structured wine, with ripe jammy fruit. Rich spice, soft tannins and dense texture all come together to give a rounded feel. Acidity at the end makes a final, tight contrast.",,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Bélair-Monange 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belair-monange-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Bélair-Monange 13.9,Red,US,"Tight and aloof now, showing brawny tannins that accentuate the dryness, and the oak has not yet been integrated. But this is clearly a very fine wine. It's bone dry and silky and classically structured, with a deep, impressive core of berries and cola, as well as earthy, foresty mushrooms and balsam. Needs time. Give it a good six years in the cellar.",Olivet Lane,60,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2008 Olivet Lane Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2008-olivet-lane-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Merry Edwards 14,Red,Italy,"Thanks to the impressive complexity here, you can easily attribute a long list of adjective to describe the nose of this elegant Brunello. Cherry, cassis, church incense, lavender and dried violets all come to mind. Tight tannins and a touch of astringency will soften with more time in the bottle.",,70,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Lisini 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lisini-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Lisini 15,Red,Italy,"Brunello Fossacolle opens with a darkly concentrated color and aromas of tobacco, spice, chocolate and meaty, pulpy black fruit. The wine presents a bigger, inky style and shows good depth and density on the palate thanks to its extracted consistency, creaminess and overall intensity.",,65,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fossacolle 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fossacolle-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Fossacolle 13.5,Red,Italy,"La Poderina's Brunello shows impressive balance between its bright fruit and sassy spice components. On the close, the wine exhibits a tight, firm and penetrating feel that is carried forth by acidity and the natural firmness of the tannins.",,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Poderina 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderina-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,La Poderina 13.5,Red,Italy,"Loaded with aromas of black fruit, cured meat, ripe cherry, spice, vanilla bean and moist pipe tobacco, this beautiful Brunello would pair with mesquite grilled steak or pork roll stuffed with chopped rosemary. The wine delivers intensity and bright freshness that drives a zesty, tonic aftertaste.",,40,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Collina dei Lecci 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collina-lecci-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,La Collina dei Lecci 15,Red,US,"A big, potent and concentrated mountain wine, coming from this fine vineyard that straddles the Atlas Peak appellation. The wine is dry but enormously rich in blackberry and blueberry fruit flavors, with spicy, meaty notes of bacon. Impressive for sheer volume, it should develop cellar nuances over the next six years.",Stagecoach Vineyard,38,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Krutz 2008 Stagecoach Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krutz-2008-stagecoach-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2008,Krutz 14.3,Red,US,"Young and vigorous, with immature primary fruit flavors of blackberries and cherries. The oak is sweet and elaborate, but unintegrated, while the tannins are perfect Napa, all rich and complicated. This fine bottle needs at least five years in the cellar to begin to come around.",,56,92,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,John Anthony 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-anthony-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,John Anthony 14.68,Red,US,"With rich, decadently delicious raspberry and cherry pie filling flavors, this is an impressive young Pinot. It's so sweet in fruit and oak, yet entirely dry in the finish, and the silky texture and elaborate oak overlay are just perfect. Hard to predict its longterm future, but it will make for elaborate drinking over the next four years.",Lancel Creek Vineyard,55,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Thomas George 2008 Lancel Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-george-2008-lancel-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Thomas George 13.5,Red,Italy,"Brunello Phenomena Riserva opens to well-defined, smooth and sophisticated tones of black fruit, smoked bacon and savory spice. Background tones include leather, moist earth and pressed red rose.",Phenomena Riserva,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Sesti 2005 Phenomena Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sesti-2005-phenomena-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Sesti 14,Red,Italy,"Wow, what a beautiful wine and what an attractively low price. Rubio offers excellent value with deeply fruity tones of cherry, blackberry and cassis. Spice, leather and tobacco fill in the back and the wine is smooth, generous and silky.",Rubio,16,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,San Polo 2008 Rubio Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-polo-2008-rubio-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2008,San Polo ,Red,Italy,"Celebrated for its amazing Merlot, Fattoria Petrolo offers this gorgeous expression of Sangiovese to complete its successful red wine portfolio. The wine is beautifully complex with deeply elegant shadings of bright fruit, blue flower and moist earth.",Torrione,45,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria Petrolo 2006 Torrione Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-petrolo-2006-torrione-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2006,Fattoria Petrolo 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Brunello offers unbeatable quality for price. The wine opens with beautiful fullness, generosity and round, soft contours. Aromas include exotic spice and mature cherry. That typical Sangiovese brightness livens the mouthfeel.",,47,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casanova di Neri 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casanova-neri-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Casanova di Neri 14,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Brunello delivers savory, brambly characteristics of moist earth and pressed blue flowers backed by forest berry and black cherry flavors. The mouthfeel is compact and clean with crisp acidity on the close.",Riserva,80,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Terralsole 2005 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terralsole-2005-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Terralsole 14,Red,Italy,"Broad spice and almond notes evident on the nose of this hearty Brunello are accented by cherry, bright blueberry and cassis. In the mouth, the wine shows enormous elegance and a silky, streamlined feel.",,65,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenute Silvio Nardi 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-silvio-nardi-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Tenute Silvio Nardi 14.3,Red,US,"An interesting wine you can call intellectual. Its appeal is as much conceptual as hedonistic. It's the opposite of today's soft, sweet fruit bombs, being bone dry and somewhat austere, showing a tightly knit tannic structure. With an explosive, but controlled, central core of blackberries, it's a cellar candidate. It will be fascinating to try this wine after 2014.",Le Roi Soleil,65,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Y Rousseau 2008 Le Roi Soleil Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rousseau-2008-le-roi-soleil-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Y Rousseau 14.4,Red,US,"This is a big, full-bodied Pinot, dark in color, fairly tannic and weighty. Completely dry, it's made in a more robust style than many another Russian River Pinot Noir. The cherry, currant, pomegranate and persimmon flavors have an edge of raisins that adds interest. Decant it, let it breathe and watch how it changes in the glass.",Coopersmith,57,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2008 Coopersmith Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2008-coopersmith-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Merry Edwards 14.5,Red,Italy,"Owned by an expat artist/writer couple, Máté shows a great evolution of style and grace over the past years. This 2006 Brunello straddles modernity and tradition with a playful juxtaposition of wild berry and raspberry aromas against vanilla, clove and cinnamon spice.",,65,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Máté 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mate-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Máté 14.2,Red,US,"Held back for four-plus years before release, this Bordeaux blend has become softly gentle and approachable. It's rich in cherry, raspberry and cassis flavors, with a gorgeous, plump coating of sweet, toasted oak. Drink over the next five years.",Checkmate,100,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Summers 2006 Checkmate Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2006-checkmate-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Summers 14.5,Red,US,"Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and aged in mostly new French oak, this is a very elaborate wine. It's quite good, a full-bodied, powerful Cab with a molten core of blackberries and black currants and, of course, a thick, dry layer of firm tannins. It does not seem to have quite the depth of vintages from certain earlier vintages, but it should develop nicely in the cellar over the next decade or longer.",Cask 23,195,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2007 Cask 23 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2007-cask-23-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 14.3,White,New Zealand,"This has really evolved over the past 10 months since I tasted it at the winery, going from crisp and pineapple-y then to more honeyed and tropical now, with opulent layers of peach and mango that coat the mouth on the long finish. Drink now.",Estate,29,92,Waipara,,,Mountford 2007 Estate Chardonnay (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountford-2007-estate-chardonnay-waipara/,Chardonnay,2007,Mountford ,Red,Italy,"Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Asinone is a beautiful expression of Prugnolo Gentile that boasts bright accents of spice, mature fruit, black mineral and light barbecue smoke. It is elegant, tight and would make an excellent pairing partner to meat, pasta or risotto.",Asinone,65,92,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Poliziano 2007 Asinone (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poliziano-2007-asinone-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2007,Poliziano 14,Red,Portugal,"A rounded wine, full in the mouth, packed with ripe fruits, spice, wood and acidity. It's a wine for aging, with its solid, compact tannins stretching their muscles under the fruit. Give it least five years.",Conceito,45,92,Douro,,,Conceito Vinhos 2008 Conceito Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conceito-vinhos-2008-conceito-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Conceito Vinhos 14.5,Red,Italy,"La Fornace offers the kind of Brunello that will make you wish you bought a second bottle. It opens with a bright and cheerful bouquet shaped by various shadings of black fruit and exotic spice. In the mouth, it is still tight and firm so give it a few more years of bottle aging.",,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Fornace 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fornace-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,La Fornace 14,Red,Italy,"Campogiovanni is a rich, inky expression of Sangiovese Grosso with beautiful personality and length. The mouthfeel is still young and raw but the aromas already show deep evolution and harmony. You'll recognize tones of red cherry, root beer, mesquite and Indian spice.",Campogiovanni,50,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Felice 2006 Campogiovanni (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-felice-2006-campogiovanni-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,San Felice 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Rich, rounded, smooth, with cocoa and espresso flavors giving a touch of bitterness. It is a wine with power that is still young. Impressive, with its broad black fruits. Keep for 4–5 years.",Private Collection,70,92,Alentejano,,,Herdade de São Miguel 2007 Private Collection Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-sao-miguel-2007-private-collection-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Herdade de São Miguel ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Fruity, big, ripe wine, its tannins enveloped in the ripe forward fruit. There is sweetness here from black figs and berries, while red berries give acidity. Will it age? Yes, there are tannins to put it on the long road.",Quinta do Panascal Vintage,60,92,Port,,,Fonseca 2008 Quinta do Panascal Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonseca-2008-quinta-panascal-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Fonseca 14.5,Red,Portugal,"In Latin, “Amantis” means a lover. The Quinta do Carmo estate was given by a king of Portugal to his lover, Dona Maria. This hugely tannic wine has impressive, rich fruits based around Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petit Verdot and Touriga Nacional.",Dona Maria Amantis Reserva,,92,Alentejano,,,Dona Maria-Júlio Bastos 2006 Dona Maria Amantis Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-maria-julio-bastos-2006-amantis-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2006,Dona Maria-Júlio Bastos 14,Red,Italy,"From one of Montalcino's historic estates, Camigliano's Brunello opens with attractive darkness and a smooth texture. Dark fruit, tobacco and espresso aromas emerge from the nose and the wine feels bright, polished and silky overall.",,50,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Camigliano 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camigliano-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Camigliano ,Red,France,"Smoke and bacon aromas announce a wine that is tasting hard at the edges, though with plenty of ripe black berry fruit flavors and wood. Solid, with definite aging potential.",,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château du Tertre 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tertre-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château du Tertre ,Red,France,"Firm tannins and great freshness, with a touch of bitter chocolate as well as spice and tight tannins. This second wine of Lafite is attractively fruity, easily lifting the weight of tannins.",Carruades de Lafite,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lafite Rothschild 2008 Carruades de Lafite (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafite-rothschild-2008-carruades-de-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lafite Rothschild 14,Red,Italy,"Argiano offers an elegant aromatic combination of red fruit, spicy barbecue and polished mineral. This unique expression delivers a toned, streamlined mouthfeel that will not overwhelm the pasta or meat dishes it is paired with.",,65,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Argiano 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiano-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Argiano 14,Red,Italy,"Bright nuances of clove and exotic spice are lavished over a solid base of dark fruit, cherry, plum, and currant. The wine closes long with soft, smooth texture and a creamy, fruit-driven finish.",Riserva,47,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Abbadia Ardenga 2005 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbadia-ardenga-2005-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Abbadia Ardenga ,Red,France,"Full-bodied, smooth wine, with spice and black plum fruit flavors packed into the sweet tannic structure. It's solid and chunky, a sign of the greater concentration coming out of Carbonnieux in recent years.",,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Carbonnieux 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carbonnieux-2008-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Carbonnieux ,Red,France,"This wine is spicy from new wood with ripe, black plum flavors and a polished feel to it. The dark tannins give a powerful structure, well integrated with the sweet fruit.",,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Labégorce Margaux 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-labegorce-margaux-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Labégorce Margaux ,Red,France,"Very structured, its acidity allowing freshness while the dominant tannins give weight. The fruit lies comfortably underneath, the current bitter edge sure to be integrated over a few years. For medium-term aging.",,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Mayne 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-mayne-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Grand Mayne 13.5,Red,Italy,"Casalino's Brunello is a dark, pleasurable wine enhanced by warm richness, mineral notes, toasted almond and sweet black cherry. The general smoothness and fullness of the texture is what sets this wine apart.",Casalino,43,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Bonacchi 2006 Casalino (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonacchi-2006-casalino-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Bonacchi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a masterpiece Sangiovese (with 15% Malvasia Nera) that shows a plush, rich nature and loads of fruity aromatic intensity. The wine is smooth, penetrating and long-lasting.",I Sodi di San Niccolò,55,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castellare di Castellina 2006 I Sodi di San Niccolò Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-castellina-2006-i-sodi-san-niccolo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2006,Castellare di Castellina 14.5,Red,Italy,Caprili brings us a beautifully elegant and shapely Brunello that is enhanced by plump cherry and wild berry nuances. Subdued tones of vanilla and spice add a nice touch of zest on the long finish.,,55,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Caprili 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caprili-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Caprili 14,Red,Italy,"This fruit-forward wine opens with bursting notes of cherry, blackberry, vanilla, almond paste, cola and delicate touches of resin or wet river stone. It's an impressive achievement that straddles a fine line between modernity and tradition.",,55,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Villa I Cipressi 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-i-cipressi-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Villa I Cipressi 14,Red,Italy,"Elegant and sophisticated with touches of forest berry and bramble, this Selezione Brunello offers natural qualities (such as balanced acidity and tannins) that make it a perfect match to hearty meat dishes. The close is austere, rich and firm.",Selezione Madonna delle Grazie,60,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Marroneto 2006 Selezione Madonna delle Grazie (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-marroneto-2006-selezione-madonna-delle-grazie-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Il Marroneto 14,Red,Italy,"Fattoria dei Barbi's Brunello is very rich and decadent with black cherry, plum, prune and tobacco aromas. The wine shows great tannic structure and smooth consistency. Very nice.",,49,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria dei Barbi 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-barbi-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Fattoria dei Barbi 14,Red,Portugal,"Big, smoky wood flavored wine. At this stage, it is all tannins, wood and dark spice. With the weight of fruit, though, it should develop into a solid and rich wine, layering its tannins with sweet black plum flavors.",Chocapalha Reserva,36,92,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2008 Chocapalha Reserva Red (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2008-reserva-red-lisboa/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta de Chocapalha 14,Red,Italy,"This hearty Brunello is packed tight with Christmas spice, vanilla bean, freshly ground espresso, black fruit and smoky mesquite. It's a thickly extracted, sophisticated and delicious wine that lasts a very long time on the palate.",,40,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Molino di Sant'Antimo 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/molino-santantimo-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Molino di Sant'Antimo ,Red,Italy,"Structured and dense, this bold Brunello offers big color, density and extraction. On the nose, it is characterized by elegant oak tones of vanilla and spice that are married to bright cherry after tones.",,45,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pietranera 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietranera-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Pietranera 14,Red,Italy,"Lombrone Riserva is an earthy, nicely concentrated wine that needs more time to age and integrate. It shows great structure with tight tannins and a long, beautiful finish characterized by cherry and delicate spicy shadings.",Lombrone Riserva,85,92,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Collemassari 2006 Lombrone Riserva (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collemassari-2006-lombrone-riserva-sangiovese-montecucco/,Sangiovese,2006,Collemassari 12,White,US,"A stunning and unusual white wine out of Lodi made by Jim Moore, with tremendous aromatics of honeysuckle and melon and a genius balancing between sweetness and acidity. Grapes—technically Moscato Giallo—were harvested from the Bella Vigna Vineyard fully ripe but at low brix, allowing this bottling to maintain a very low 12% alcohol level. An amazing deal for a wine that jumps out of the glass, all bright and starry eyed.",Moscato Secco,16,92,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Uvaggio 2009 Moscato Secco Moscato (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uvaggio-2009-moscato-secco-muscat-moscato-central-valley-lodi/,Moscato,2009,Uvaggio 14,Red,Italy,"Brunello is the perfect winter wine to enjoy by a roaring fire with friends or a romantic partner. This expression from Terralsole is particularly well suited to this happy fate thanks to its silky, soft nature, firm tannins, spice aromas and bursting fruit tones.",,75,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Terralsole 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terralsole-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Terralsole 14,Red,Italy,"With a small percentage of Merlot for extra softness and plushness, this beautiful Sangiovese-based wine opens with amazing intensity, red cherry, chocolate, spice and leather. The rich, round mouthfeel would pair with creamy porcini mushroom risotto.",Crognolo,40,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Sette Ponti 2007 Crognolo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sette-ponti-2007-crognolo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2007,Tenuta Sette Ponti 14.9,Red,US,"Young, tannic and juicy, filled with sweet blackberry, cherry and cassis flavors, and well oaked, having been aged in 100% new French barrels. Those are the raw facts. The wine itself shows the pedigree of this fine estate, and will no doubt pick up bottle nuances over the years. But it seems to lack the precision of the great 2001, 2003 and 2004 vintages. Try after 2012.",Hillside Select,215,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Shafer 2006 Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2006-hillside-select-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Shafer 13.6,White,US,"A wonderfully complex, dry white wine, rich and acidic, with subtle flavors of citrus fruits, white flowers, vanilla, minerals and honey. Feels smooth and creamy, an interesting combination of richness and tartness and, above all, elegance. Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Viognier and Grenache Blanc.",Quartette,25,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Koehler 2009 Quartette White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koehler-2009-quartette-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,White Blend,2009,Koehler 15.5,Red,US,"For the second year running, this bottling is a superb Zinfandel. It's as rich and ripe as they get, bursting with fresh raspberries, cherries and mocha, and that briary, brambly quality of wild forest nettles. Yet it's thoroughly dry, with thick, refined tannins. Beautiful now for its effusive fruit, the wine should slowly slide over the next six years.",George's Vineyard,32,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,JR Wine 2008 George's Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jr-wine-2008-georges-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,JR Wine 14.5,Red,Italy,"Austere and sophisticated with penetrating layers of Indian spice, dark fruit and cured meat, Mastojanni delivers the kind of Brunello you'll want to pair with the best cuts of lamb or beef. This is an elegant and linear wine and the dark fruit element adds softness to the overall texture.",,70,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Mastrojanni 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastrojanni-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Mastrojanni 14.8,Red,US,"Made with 19% Merlot, this Cabernet's tannins are quite hard and firm, giving it a tight astringency. Even so, the underlying fruit is so powerful, it breaks through in a mouthburst of blackberries, black cherries, black raspberries and an oaky, smoky richness that's almost chocolaty. A very fine, intense and ageworthy wine that should develop bottle complexity over the next decade or more.",Alexis,75,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Swanson 2007 Alexis Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2007-alexis-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Swanson 14.1,Red,US,"Siduri should have held this bottle back for a year or two, because it's tight, tannic and tough now. But they didn't, so you'll have to cellar it for a while. It's a very good wine, dark, deeply flavored and complex, brimming with wild forest cherries, strawberries and mulberries.",Hirsch Vineyard,50,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Siduri 2009 Hirsch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2009-hirsch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Siduri 15,Dessert,US,"On sweetness alone, this dessert wine earns a good score. The orange fruit flavors, which are so pure and pinpointed, are exorbitantly rich in wild honey and vanilla cream. The alcohol level is high, but there's a beautiful streak of vibrant acidity that provides balance. Easy to drink over repeated glasses.",Essensia,25,92,California,California Other,California,Quady 2009 Essensia Orange Muscat (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-2009-essensia-muscat-orange-other/,Orange Muscat,2009,Quady 14.8,Red,US,"Another very good Grenache-Syrah blend from this winery, continuing a string of successful bottlings. The wine is notable for its lush cherry, blackberry, cassis, licorice and spice flavors, and for a superb structure comprised of refined tannins and crisp acidity.",The Brat,36,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Prospect 772 2008 The Brat Red (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prospect-772-2008-brat-red-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Prospect 772 14,Red,Italy,"This is a direct and pungent Brunello with an intense, vertical lift and a steady delivery of fruit, spice and smoke aromas. It opens with dried raspberry, cassis, clove and pipe tobacco followed by fine tannins and persistency.",,120,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio di Sotto 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-sotto-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Poggio di Sotto 14,Red,Italy,"This textbook Brunello boasts a careful balance of elements. Sweet cherry and vanilla aromas segue to austere notes of exotic spice, cola and waxed leather. This is a tempered but elegant wine that would match savory duck with wild rice.",,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pinino 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pinino-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Pinino 14.5,Red,Italy,"Argiano's Suolo is a true standout in the world of Tuscan Sangiovese. It achieves elegance, complexity and richness with bright cherry notes contrasted against sweet vanilla and spicy oak. The finish is long, smooth and persistent.",Suolo,83,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Argiano 2006 Suolo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiano-2006-suolo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2006,Argiano 14,Red,Italy,"This hearty Brunello Riserva could use a few more years of cellar aging, although it already shows great promise especially thanks to its fine fruit qualities. In the mouth, the wine is crisp, clean and defined.",Riserva,70,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria dei Barbi 2005 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-barbi-2005-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Fattoria dei Barbi 14,Red,Italy,"This is a garnet-ruby-colored Brunello with remarkable freshness and pristine berry aromas. Le Chiuse di Sotto would pair beautifully with roasted rabbit or white meat thanks to the polished, elegant feel it imparts on the close.",Le Chiuse di Sotto,,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Gianni Brunelli 2006 Le Chiuse di Sotto (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-brunelli-2006-le-chiuse-sotto-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Gianni Brunelli ,Red,France,"An open, generous wine that sings easily. It has great ripe berry fruit, with fresh acidity as well as weight and richness, making it more powerful than some vintages of this wine.",,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Langoa Barton 2008 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-langoa-barton-2008-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Langoa Barton ,Red,France,"With Jean-Luc Thienpont of Château Valandraud acting as consultant, la Dominique is developing beautifully. Its tannins are rich, rounded, mingling with great black berry and spice flavors.",,,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Dominique 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dominique-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château la Dominique ,Red,US,"Among all the new releases from Betz Family, the La Serenne is the least approachable. Almost enigmatic in its reluctance to open, the wine remains stubbornly tight after a full 24 hours of breathing. The nose shows the barrel influences in a range of toast, coffee and mocha scents. Flavors bring black cherry, cassis, hints of black olive and a little brown sugar, but overall the wine seems shortened, almost dumb. At this point, the score is a best guess, and could go even higher as the wine ages.",La Serenne,55,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Betz Family 2008 La Serenne Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/betz-family-2008-serenne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2008,Betz Family 13,Red,Italy,"This is a seriously beautiful Chianti Classico characterized by impressive elegance and a smooth, long feel that lasts many long minutes on the palate. The nose is equally pristine with bright but integrated aromas of dark fruit, spice and polished river stone.",,42,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Ama 2006 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-2006-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Castello di Ama 14.5,Red,Spain,"This is a great wine, from a vintage that wasn't great. The nose is smooth and rich, with raspberry, plum, fine oak and all the spice that comes with it. The palate feels fresh and healthy, with racy blackberry fruit tempered by creamy chocolate, vanilla and spice. Like most high-end wines from the Eguren family, this is right on the money. Drink now through 2018.",La Nieta,159,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Viñedos de Paganos 2008 La Nieta (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinedos-paganos-2008-nieta-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Viñedos de Paganos 14,Red,Italy,"This is a dark, smooth and rich Riserva Brunello with a spot of sweet succulence and ripe cherry at the midpalate. The wine offers long, smooth texture and a clean, persistent mouthfeel.",Riserva,200,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio di Sotto 2005 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-sotto-2005-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Poggio di Sotto ,Red,Italy,"Poggio Antico consistently delivers standout Brunello, and this expression from the 2006 vintage is no exception. The wine is plush and rich with deliciously soft succulence. In the background, it delivers loads of vanilla, sweet spice, clove and black cherry.",,80,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Antico 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-antico-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Poggio Antico 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an austere and sophisticated wine with dark notes of carob, exotic spice, cardamom pod, mesquite smoke and blackberry. The wine is soft, plush and chewy with firm tannins (that could use more time to soften) and a playful touch of acidity on the close.",,60,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Corte Pavone 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-pavone-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Corte Pavone ,Red,France,"This formal, upright wine has solid, dense tannins and is well structured: with acidity and firm fruit, it shows its more opulent side slowly, leading to a smoky finish.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beau-sejour-becot-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot ,Red,France,"A powerful, chocolate- and berry fruit-flavored wine, powered by ripe tannins and juicy acidity. It has a solid foundation of tannins, on which is built a rich edifice of fruit.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Fleur-Pétrus 2008 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-petrus-2008-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château la Fleur-Pétrus 14.1,Red,US,"Almost indistinguishable from a Premier Cru Beaune Burgundy, this Pinot, with alcohol of only 14.1%, is light in body, silky and dry. In the mouth, it shows a firm minerality, with cherry tart and spice flavors. A polished, subtle wine that should age well over the next ten years.",Peters Vineyard Winemakers Reserve,48,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kokomo 2008 Peters Vineyard Winemakers Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2008-peters-vineyard-winemakers-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kokomo ,Red,France,"With its classic mineral edge, dusty tannins and firm, dry structure, the wine has a core that weighs well with the severe texture. As a contrast, the fruit underneath is ripe and juicy. A wine for several years' aging.",,100,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Les Astéries 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/asteries-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Les Astéries 15,Red,US,"One taste is all it takes to know this is a fine, dramatic and important Cabernet, but it's also an immature one. The tannins leap up and lock down the palate with dusty astringency. The cherry fruit is fresh and primary, almost jammy in its immediate sweetness. There are notes of blackberries and blueberries. All the parts are obviously there to maintain this wine for a good ten years in the cellar.",,65,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,JR Wine 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jr-wine-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,JR Wine 14,Red,Italy,"This inky, dense Brunello delivers rich opulence and velvety cherry-berry nuances. Cassis, ripe raspberries and currants are followed by dark chocolate and exotic spice. The wine shows great balance too, especially between acidity and tannin.",,,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Mannella 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mannella-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,La Mannella ,Red,France,"Aromatic wine, with richness as well as soft tannins. It's quite a mouthful of explosive red berry fruits, with delicious acidity. The finish is is eas and rounded.",Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Margaux 2008 Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2008-pavillon-rouge-chateau-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Margaux ,Red,France,"Treated now as a separate wine, rather than a second wine, with its own vineyard, Clos du Marquis has developed a dense, concentrated style. It is firm, chewy, the tannins in suspension in the rich fruit. Good aging potential.",Clos du Marquis,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Las Cases 2008 Clos du Marquis (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-las-cases-2008-clos-marquis-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Léoville Las Cases ,Red,France,"Rich and fresh, with firm dark tannins, acidity and true black currant flavor. There is a chewy, chalky texture underlying beautiful fruit.",Les Forts de Latour,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Latour 2008 Les Forts de Latour (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-2008-forts-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Latour ,Red,France,"While at this young stage there may be toasty aromas, there is also intense, perfumed fruit. This complex, distinguished wine is polished, with plenty of bright fruits and acidity.",,,93,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Bailly 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bailly-2008-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Haut-Bailly ,Red,France,"In this smoky, black currant- and damson-flavored wine, the tannins have a firm, chewy structure, derived from the Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend. With the final lip-smacking acidity, this should age impressively.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Figeac 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-figeac-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Figeac ,Red,France,"The wine shows both rich density and structure. It gives weight while remaining stylish. The delicious black berry fruits on the finish characterize a wine that is classic, balancing fruit and tannins.",,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Canon la Gaffelière 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canon-gaffeliere-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Canon la Gaffelière 13.5,Red,Italy,"Bright spice, tobacco and leather make for a warm, brooding personality that characterizes Mocali's gorgeous Brunello. But the fruit is by no means missing. In fact, loads of cherry and blueberry help to liven the wine's densely extracted mouthfeel.",,40,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Mocali 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mocali-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Mocali ,Red,Italy,"Here's an inky, garnet-colored Brunello that opens with lavish aromas of mature berry, moist earth, dried rose and cured meat. In fact, that distinctive note of bresaola or smoked ham is one of its most interesting qualities. The mouthfeel is thick and penetrating and the tannins are dense but smooth.",,,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Oliveto 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-oliveto-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Tenuta Oliveto 14.5,Red,US,"Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with some Cabernet Franc and Merlot, this wine is exuberantly rich and sweet in ripe blackberry, black cherry and chocolate fruit. Smoky oak plays a crucial role, in both flavors and texture. It's a very pretty, polished wine, elegant and balanced and ready to drink now. Production was a hefty 11,000 cases.",Isoceles,62,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2007 Isoceles Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2007-isoceles-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Justin 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Brunello shows very nice balance with sweet aromas of cherry, bright fruit, almond paste and Christmas spice. The wine plays the elegance card well with a mouthfeel that is tight and buoyant without being chewy or heavy.",,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Caparzo 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caparzo-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Caparzo ,Red,US,"The excellent aromas show the muscle and meat typical of the better Syrahs, and the concentrated palate is a well-crafted blend of brambly berry, pepper, sea salt, cured meat and loam.",,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Two Vintners 2007 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-vintners-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2007,Two Vintners 13.5,Red,Italy,"Despite the warm vintage, this edition of Poggio Teo shows very nice balance and a surprising touch of bitterness or freshness on the close. Aromas here include white cherry, spice, cola and cassis.",Poggio Teo,30,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Valiano 2005 Poggio Teo (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valiano-2005-poggio-teo-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2005,Valiano ,Red,France,"Big, solid, firm wine, with an edge that is a little farmyard. It has weight, though, along with smoky, fruity flavors of black plums.",Le Petit Mouton,,90,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Mouton Rothschild 2008 Le Petit Mouton (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mouton-rothschild-2008-le-petit-mouton-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Mouton Rothschild 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Morellino offers a wonderful bouquet of bright cherry, mature blackberry, plum and light spice. You feel the warm sunshine of southern Tuscany here thanks to the wine's natural thickness and intensity.",Massi di Mandorlaia Riserva,34,90,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Conte Ferdinando Guicciardini 2007 Massi di Mandorlaia Riserva (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conte-ferdinando-guicciardini-2007-massi-mandorlaia-riserva-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2007,Conte Ferdinando Guicciardini 14,Red,Italy,"This fine and elegant Brunello is accented by plush softness and bright flavors of wild berry, raspberry and sweet almond paste. Thicker tones of espresso and chocolate appear on the close and are carried forth by the wine's velvety richness.",,55,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Agostina Pieri 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agostina-pieri-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Agostina Pieri 14,Red,Israel,"This blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Syrah and 20% Petit Verdot is bright and vibrant while at the same time firm and powerful. Cherry, plum and black berry aromas mesh with spicy sandalwood and vanilla extract notes. The mouth seems alive with a juicy midpalate that transitions into the sweet mocha-infused finish. The attractive crushed satin texture closes with a slight drying sensation from the fine but gripping tannins.",The Chosen Diamond Kosher,60,89,Samson,,,Binyamina 2007 The Chosen Diamond Kosher Red (Samson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binyamina-2007-chosen-diamond-kosher-red-samson/,Red Blend,2007,Binyamina ,Red,France,"Smoke, chocolate, toffee, spice and caramel. It's ripe, very open, full-bodied, with a rich Merlot character.",Fugue de Nenin,,89,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Nenin 2008 Fugue de Nenin (Pomerol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nenin-2008-fugue-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Nenin 14.4,White,US,"Miner has struggled with this wine, which comes from the Central Valley, over the years, but with this '09, they've achieved a breakthrough. That may be due to the cool weather of the vintage. The wine shows crisp, clean acidity, as well as Viognier's tropical fruit and floral flavors.",Simpson Vineyard,20,89,California,California Other,California,Miner 2009 Simpson Vineyard Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2009-simpson-vineyard-viognier-other/,Viognier,2009,Miner 14.6,Red,US,"With rich, candied raspberry and cherry flavors, this Pinot is saved from simplicity by good structure. The tannins are rich and fine and come in equal parts from grapes and oak barrels. Acidity is pure cool climate. Give it a little more stuffing, and the score would soar.",Summit,29,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey-Santa Barbara,Pali 2008 Summit Pinot Noir (Monterey-Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2008-summit-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-santa-barbara/,Pinot Noir,2008,Pali 14.3,Red,US,"A good, brisk, dry wine that's somewhat tough and resistant now, but seems to have the stuffing for the cellar. The tannins are strong and make for a sandpapery mouthfeel. But the core of blackberries, black cherries, cherry liqueur and cedar is very intense. You want to give this fresh young wine a good six years in the cellar.",Dollarhide,85,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2006 Dollarhide Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2006-dollarhide-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,St. Supéry 14,Red,New Zealand,"The 2006 Boundary is a full-bodied, concentrated Bordeaux-style blend, with plenty of cassis and vanilla apparent on the nose. There's a slight baked fruit component to the wine, and supple, slightly dusty-textured tannins on the finish. Drink it over the next 5–6 years.",Boundary,30,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa 2006 Boundary Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-2006-boundary-red-hawkes-bay/,Red Blend,2006,Te Awa 13.5,Red,Italy,"From the uneven 2005 vintage, this bright Brunello opens with aged aromas of tar, resin, black fruit, cassis and leather. The wine's consistency and persistency are very good considering the difficulties of the year.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Torrenera 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torrenera-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Torrenera 12.5,White,Spain,"Starts out with gentle matchstick aromas, but with time it's all about white fruits, green herbs and apple. The palate has a firm, standard, high-quality mouthfeel along with tart apple, white peach and pineapple flavors. The finish is pure lime and snap, while the refreshment quotient runs long and strong.",,15,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Martín Códax 2009 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-codax-2009-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Martín Códax 14,Red,New Zealand,"A sturdy, slightly chunky wine, the 2008 Swan Pinot Noir features ample black cherry and plum fruit, and complementary coffee-tinged oak. With its dark color and assertive flavors, it's certainly trying hard. Drink now–2015.",Swan,25,88,Central Otago,,,Mud House 2008 Swan Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mud-house-2008-swan-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Mud House 15,Red,US,"Mainly Syrah, with Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine was made with free run juice, which gives it very pure, strong fruit flavors and almost none of the earthiness you might want for balance in a complex red wine. It's also very new oaky. The result is massive cherry, raspberry, cola and bacon flavors that are jammy and sweet.",Savant,45,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2008 Savant Syrah-Cabernet (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2008-savant-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah-Cabernet,2008,Justin 13.8,White,US,"Lots going on for the price in this dry, clean Sauvignon Blanc. It has rich flavors of tart citrus fruits, minerals and white flowers. A very pleasant and versatile white wine.",,12,88,California,California Other,California,Joel Gott 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joel-gott-2009-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Joel Gott 13.7,Red,US,"This Syrah remains tough and gritty in tannins, with a lockdown astringency that gets in between the cherry, red currant and Dr. Pepper cola flavors and your enjoyment of them. It's very dry and crisp in acidity, and seems to have the inherent balance to mellow with 4–6 years in the cellar. Give it a try.",Dutton Ranch Cherry Ridge Vineyard,35,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2008 Dutton Ranch Cherry Ridge Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2008-ranch-cherry-ridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2008,Dutton-Goldfield ,Red,US,"Estate-grown fruit from the Minnick Hills vineyard elevates this wine, giving it concentration and mass. It is on a fast track aging curve, so drink up. Tasting like a mature wine, with secondary fruit flavors of baked cherry and plum, it's leavened with baking spices and firm tannins. Ready to go.",,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Dumas Station 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dumas-station-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Dumas Station 14.4,Red,US,"Sharp in acidity and rich in cherry, black raspberry and orange flavor, this Pinot has a Lifesaver candy quality, combining sweetness with tartness. It's dry and silky and clean, a good example of a fancy Santa Rita Pinot Noir for drinking now.",Rio Vista Vineyard Dijon Clone,44,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Flying Goat Cellars 2007 Rio Vista Vineyard Dijon Clone Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-goat-cellars-2007-rio-vista-vineyard-dijon-clone-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Flying Goat Cellars 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a very pretty Riserva Sangiovese from the interesting Chianti Rufina subzone of Tuscany that opens with plush cherry richness, toasted almond and creamy chocolate mocha. A spot of crisp freshness holds up the rear.",Riserva,,88,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,I Veroni 2007 Riserva (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-veroni-2007-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2007,I Veroni 14,Red,Italy,"Porpora Riserva is a plump, chewy wine with loads of blueberry jam and blackberry backed by Christmas spice and toasted almond. The wine is dense and rich with a smooth, velvety close.",Porpora Riserva,,88,Tuscany,Chianti,,Fattoria di Casalbosco 2007 Porpora Riserva (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-casalbosco-2007-porpora-riserva-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2007,Fattoria di Casalbosco ,Red,France,"An austere wine, showing structure more than fruit. It is laced with wood, which adds spice. Only at the end is there a hint of black currant fruit.",,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Larmande 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larmande-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Larmande ,Red,France,"Ripe fruits, very smooth and polished, are primarily of a juicy black currant character over sweet ripe tannins. Great swathes of fruit finish this solid wine.",,30,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Teyssier 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-teyssier-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Teyssier 13,White,Portugal,"An attractive lime- and pear-flavored wine, with bright acidity to go with its ripe fruits and hints of almonds. Lively wine, for food rather than as an apéritif.",Contraste Branco,19,88,Douro,,,Conceito Vinhos 2009 Contraste Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conceito-vinhos-2009-contraste-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Conceito Vinhos ,Red,Italy,"Mature fruit, fine tannins and a polished feel characterize this fine Brunello. There's a hint of barrel, earth or smoked meat at the back although the finish is drying and firm.",,,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Collemattoni 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collemattoni-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Collemattoni 14,White,Chile,"An oak-dominated style of Chardonnay with soft white fruit aromas and a chunky texture. The body is full yet still fresh for a 2007, and the flavors of creamy apple, lemon and woodspice are nice. Oak is the lead agent and it carries over from nose to palate to finish. Drink now.",Grand Reserve Limited Edition,18,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Catrala 2007 Grand Reserve Limited Edition Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catrala-2007-grand-reserve-limited-edition-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Catrala 14,Red,Italy,"Castello Romitorio makes some of Montalcino's best Brunello and this fresh Rosso di Montalcino shows that same winning touch. This is a smooth, soft wine that is packed tight with cherry, blackberry and sweet spice aromas.",,,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Castello Romitorio 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-romitorio-2007-sangiovese-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2007,Castello Romitorio 14,Red,US,"Tastes young and vigorous and almost rude in youth, offering strong, extracted blackberry, cherry and raspberry flavors. The tannins have sharp elbows, and the oak is entirely unintegrated. Seems altogether immature. Give it a good five years in the cellar, and try again.",Mise en Place,49,89,California,Napa,Oakville,Textbook 2007 Mise en Place Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/textbook-2007-mise-en-place-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Textbook 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Chianti Classico has started to show tertiary aromas of tar, resin and dried tobacco backed by prune and black fruit. It's a smooth and sophisticated wine with a polished touch of drying mineral on the close.",Riserva Vìgnole,,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Tenuta di Vignole 2004 Riserva Vìgnole (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-vignole-2004-riserva-vignole-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2004,Tenuta di Vignole 13.4,Red,US,"Not many wineries make Charbono anymore. It's a bone-dry wine, strong in tannins and earthy, with a resemblance to Barbera. Summers' 2008 is quite fine and elegant for the variety, with dried berry, currant, leather, coffee and spice flavors. It should slowly develop over the next dozen years, mellowing and sweetening.",Villa Andriana Vineyard,28,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Summers 2008 Villa Andriana Vineyard Charbono (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2008-villa-andriana-vineyard-italian-red-charbono-napa-valley/,Charbono,2008,Summers 13.85,Red,Italy,"Morellino di Scansano is a red wine on the rise and this beautifully balanced expression shows impressive intensity, freshness and quality of fruit. Those plump cherry nuances really hit home.",Tenuta Belguardo Bronzone,28,89,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Mazzei 2007 Tenuta Belguardo Bronzone (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2007-tenuta-belguardo-bronzone-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2007,Mazzei 14,Red,Chile,"Dense, powerful and dark on the nose, then tight, concentrated and narrow on the palate, with pulsing berry and coffee flavors along with restrictive tannins. The finish is tight and lemony, with citric acidity forcing mild tartness into the picture. Best if you like zestier, more austere Syrahs.",Reserva Especial,22,89,Limarí Valley,,,Maycas del Limari 2008 Reserva Especial Syrah (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maycas-limari-2008-reserva-especial-shiraz-syrah-syrah-limari-valley/,Syrah,2008,Maycas del Limari 14,White,Chile,"Plump and honeyed on the nose, with papaya, mustard seed and other drier, less opulent white fruit notes. The palate has an oaky, resiny feel along with woody, spicy flavors of baked apple, citrus and tropical fruit. Overall this is a very nice, top-level Chilean Chard but one that's oaky and smells and tastes like it.",EQ,26,89,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2008 EQ Chardonnay (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2008-eq-chardonnay-san-antonio/,Chardonnay,2008,Matetic 14,Red,New Zealand,"One of few Kiwi Pinots typically worth cellaring, Neudorf's 2008 Moutere bottling comes across as a bit oaky, with menthol and cedar notes forming a tight overlay to the cherry fruit. Tannins are silky yet firm, suggesting the wine will be at its best 2012–2018.",Moutere,48,89,Nelson,,,Neudorf 2008 Moutere Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neudorf-2008-moutere-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2008,Neudorf ,Red,Italy,"Brunello Poggiotondo opens with a rich, dark appearance and bright aromas of cherry, root beer, humus and chopped mint. It's bright and clean wine in the mouth that ends with a blast of red berry fruit.",Poggiotondo,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Centolani 2006 Poggiotondo (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/centolani-2006-poggiotondo-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Centolani 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a bright and tonic Riserva Chianti (made with Sangiovese and smaller percentages of Colorino and Merlot) that opens with bright aromas of forest berry, river stone and dark chocolate. The wine offers good freshness and soft, tame tannins.",Riserva Conte Ferdinando Guicciardini,23,89,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Fiorentini,,Castello di Poppiano 2006 Riserva Conte Ferdinando Guicciardini (Chianti Colli Fiorentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poppiano-2006-riserva-conte-ferdinando-guicciardini-sangiovese-chianti-colli-fiorentini/,Sangiovese,2006,Castello di Poppiano 13.5,Red,Italy,"Genius Loci is an elegant and linear Sangiovese that opens with oaky notes of exotic spice and vanilla followed by cherry, raspberry and pressed blue flower. It's clean and crisp in the mouth with a long, but not overly dense or rich texture.",Genius Loci,23,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Burchino 2007 Genius Loci Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burchino-2007-genius-loci-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2007,Burchino 14.6,Red,US,"Tough, dry and tannic, this Cabernet punches its way through the mouth like an angry kickboxer. Deep down inside beats a heart of blackberries and black currants, impressively ripe and delicious. Will it age? Probably. Try after 2013, and could go for the long haul.",,55,89,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,In Re 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/in-re-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,In Re ,Red,US,"Tart and leafy, this pure Malbec shows good grip and concentration. Sour raspberry fruit flavors and sharp acids are complemented with barrel spice from aging in once-used French oak. This tastes like a good wine from young vines; it may improve for a couple of years, but it's best for near-term drinking.",,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hestia Cellars 2008 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hestia-cellars-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2008,Hestia Cellars 13.5,Red,France,"A big black-colored wine that has layers of wood to go with the ripe plum and dried fruit flavors. The tannins are intense, very dry, chewy at this stage. It is dark, solid, intense and will certainly need several years of aging.",,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Peyrabon 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-peyrabon-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Peyrabon ,Red,US,"Given the star wine treatment (21 months in 100% new French oak barrels), this has to be a victim of the recession. You don't put a $14 wine in super-expensive French oak. But consumers are the winners here—this carefully crafted wine has a great mix of berry, plum, barrel and herb, far more depth and subtlety than many wines twice as expensive.",,14,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Blacksmith 2008 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blacksmith-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Blacksmith 14.5,Red,Italy,"Elegance is the operative word here. This well-balanced Vino Nobile doles out cherry, spice, leather and dried tobacco in equal measure. The wine's natural acidity also does a nice job of meeting the tannins and structure.",Nocio dei Boscarelli,34,89,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Boscarelli 2005 Nocio dei Boscarelli (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boscarelli-2005-nocio-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2005,Boscarelli 13,Red,Spain,"Dry, spicy and earthy on the nose, with Boston baked bean aromas and candied berry fruit notes. The palate has good spunk and life to it, while the flavors of berry fruit are controlled and modest but heavily spiced. Finishes with cinnamon, nutmeg and fruit cake notes along with a final wave of balancing acidity. Drink now.",Vendimia Seleccionada Reserva,20,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Muriel 2004 Vendimia Seleccionada Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muriel-2004-vendimia-seleccionada-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Bodegas Muriel ,Red,France,"Dark in style, as is often the case here, with a hard, tough edge. It is austere, the fruit a mere hint in the background. It does have potential, although this will come slowly.",,,89,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Haut Bages Libéral 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bages-liberal-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Haut Bages Libéral ,Red,France,"This wine is on the austere, lean side, with firm tannins and fruit that is still only just showing and therefore lacking depth of flavor. The finish has attractive red berry fruits.",,,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Durfort-Vivens 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-durfort-vivens-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Durfort-Vivens 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This is showing a fair amount of oak influence at the moment, with smoky notes of cedar, mocha and brown sugar riding atop dark fruit flavors. Yet it's supple and attractive, with a silky mouthfeel and a lingering finish. Drink it over the next several years.",,43,89,Waipara Valley,,,Pegasus Bay 2007 Pinot Noir (Waipara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-2007-pinot-noir-waipara-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Pegasus Bay 10,White,New Zealand,"A New World analog to an Alsace vendange tardive, this sweet, lushly fruited Riesling displays ample honey, melon and apple fruit, with just a hint of lime zest to provide some balance to its 60 g/L of residual sugar. Try it with spicy Asian dishes, on its own or with a cheese course.",Riche,24,89,Waipara,,,Mountford 2009 Riche Riesling (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountford-2009-riche-riesling-waipara/,Riesling,2009,Mountford 13.5,Red,Chile,"A very pleasant, well-made SB with green melon, green apple, bell pepper and minerality on the bouquet. This wine captures the essence of Casablanca via citrus, apple, grass and minerally flavors that dance on a crisp bed of fine acidity. Long and uncompromised on the finish.",Reserva,13,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Misiones de Rengo 2010 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/misiones-rengo-2010-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Misiones de Rengo 15,Red,Chile,"Slightly reduced, granular and jammy on the nose, but only at the start. Airing unleashes a more complete and snappy palate full of fresh acidity, firm tannins and dark berry, cola and vanilla flavors. Finishes oaky and charred, with coffee and bitter chocolate flavors. Very nice for Chilean Syrah.",Antu Ninquén Mountain Vineyard,19,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Ninquén 2008 Antu Ninquén Mountain Vineyard Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ninquen-2008-antu-ninquen-mountain-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2008,Ninquén 15.6,Red,US,"Ultrarich and fruity, this Cabernet shows the grapey ripeness Paso Robles is famous for. The wine is fresh and jammy in blackberries, cherries and raspberries. It's a little one-dimensional, and the alcohol is very high, but not hot. Drink now.",Viking Estate Vineyard,75,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2007 Viking Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2007-viking-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Adelaida ,Red,France,"Intense fruit is enlivened by acidity that rides high over the tannins, giving the wine great freshness. There is an aromatic, sweet juicy character that comes through the acidity. A delicious wine.",,,89,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Goulée 2008 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goulee-2008-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Goulée 14.4,Red,US,"This is a softly sophisticated Cabernet that will please fans of the variety who want a wine that's a little earthier than your riper Napa Valley versions. It has herb and tobacco flavors, but there's also a delicious sunburst of sweetly ripe cherries right in the middle that lasts through the finish. Should develop over the next 7–8 years.",Five Sisters Blend,34,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,J. Rickards 2008 Five Sisters Blend Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2008-five-sisters-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,J. Rickards 14,Red,Israel,"With 19 months spent in French oak, this is a big and powerful Cab based wine (with 18% Merlot) that has the drive and stuffing to hold nicely through 2015. Black fruit dominates with supporting notes of licorice, fruit cake, coffee and Asian spice. The velvety texture and firm structure make this an ideal choice for pairing with hearty meat entrées.",Special Reserve,48,89,Galilee,,,Recanati 2006 Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2006-special-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2006,Recanati 14.5,Red,US,"With soft tannins, gentle acidity and herbal flavors of blackberries and cherries, this dry Cabernet displays classic Alexander Valley character. It's a little simple now, but should develop interesting bottle complexities over the years.",Winemaker's Reserve,40,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Souverain 2006 Winemaker's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/souverain-2006-winemakers-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Souverain 14.5,Red,US,"Crisp in acidity and fine in tannins, this Pinot Noir is good now with food. It's silky and dry, with nuanced flavors of wild raspberries and cherries, cola, dried herbs and oak. Has enough balance and acidity to develop bottle complexity over the next 4-6 years.",Huber Vineyard,32,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Seagrape 2007 Huber Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seagrape-2007-huber-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Seagrape 14,Red,Italy,"Drying, sharp tannins bring up the rear of Sassodisole's 2006 Brunello and indicate that the wine needs a few more years of cellar aging to soften. Aromatically, the wine oozes black fruit and cured meat.",,45,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,SassodiSole 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sassodisole-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,SassodiSole ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An attractive, fruity wine, very pure in character, with some minerality along with dry tannins. The wine does keep a little sweetness, but remains on the dry side.",Quinta da Roêda Vintage,58,89,Port,,,Croft 2008 Quinta da Roêda Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croft-2008-quinta-da-roeda-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Croft 13.5,Red,Italy,"Fattoi's Brunello stands out in a crowd thanks to its meaty aromas of barbecue and smoked bacon. It's an easy and intense wine with a direct, penetrating feel on the close.",,62,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoi 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoi-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Fattoi 14,Red,Italy,"What sets this pretty Chianti Classico apart is its elegance and delicate harmony. Bright but subtle notes of forest berry, white cherry, cassis and vanilla are backed by fresh acidity and cooling freshness.",,,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello dei Rampolla 2007 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-rampolla-2007-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Castello dei Rampolla 14.5,Red,US,"Rich and flamboyant in all kinds of berries: blackberries, blueberries, boysenberries, mulberries and cherries—plus chocolate. The tannins are big, the wine full-bodied and slightly coarse, the finish sweet and jammy.",Pony Reserve,50,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 2007 Pony Reserve Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2007-pony-reserve-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Mazzocco 14.9,Red,US,"A big, rich, lusty Petite Sirah, filled with sweetly delicious blackberry, raspberry, cherry and cedar flavors. It's a little hot in alcohol, with thick, grippy tannins, but hey, it's Petite Sirah. Great now with barbecued ribs slathered in spicy sauce.",Aguilera,35,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 2007 Aguilera Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2007-aguilera-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Mazzocco 14,Red,Italy,"This is a very satisfying and approachable Morellino that offers both density and freshness. There are penetrating aromas here of black fruit and ripe berry followed by creamy, thick density.",,16,89,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Suberli 2008 Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/suberli-2008-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2008,Suberli ,Red,France,Ripe chocolate spiced with acidity mark a wine that has both freshness and density. The flavor of black plum on the finish gives it great lusciousness.,,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Franc Mayne 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-franc-mayne-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Franc Mayne ,Red,France,Weighty ripe fruit and layers of wood are already well integrated. The wood does not obscure the black berry fruits. There is bright acidity to complete an excellent ensemble.,,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Moulin Saint-Georges 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-moulin-saint-georges-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Moulin Saint-Georges 13,Red,France,"This is a solid wine that has a mineral edge and some austerity. At the same time, it has weight that will stand it in good stead as it develops. Very dry, but with a streak of juiciness.",,30,89,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Grivière 2008 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-griviere-2008-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Grivière ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,Dense and dusty texture frames ripe and juicy black currant and black cherry fruits along with pepper and spice. The finish is chewy and juicy.,Vintage,,89,Port,,,Rozes 2008 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rozes-2008-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Rozes 13,White,New Zealand,"Effusive scents of passion fruit leap from the glass, but the flavors are more subtle, less over the top. Grapefruit notes with herbal shadings are easygoing and should be reasonably versatile at the table. Fresh and lively on the finish, but drink up over the next few months.",Seaview Vineyard,18,89,Marlborough,,,Yealands 2009 Seaview Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yealands-2009-seaview-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Yealands 12,Dessert,Israel,"Rich and alluring with notes of ripe stone fruit, baked apple and a drizzle of chestnut honey throughout. Full and viscous in the mouth but lifted by crisp acidity that follows through to the clean but long finish.",Yarden Heights Wine Kosher - 375 ml,23,89,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2008 Yarden Heights Wine Kosher - 375 ml Gewürztraminer (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2008-yarden-wine-kosher-375-ml-gewurztraminer-galilee/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Golan Heights Winery 12.4,White,US,"With a single sip, this may seem indisputably feminine with its exquisite white floral nose and soft, pink grapefruit palate. But a second or third sip reveals a surprisingly sleek complexity—hints of pine and lime zest on the palate, racy acidity and a long finish marked by a steely, dark minerality.",Evergreen Lek Vineyard Dry,20,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Lake Vineyards 2009 Evergreen Lek Vineyard Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-lake-2009-evergreen-lek-vineyard-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Keuka Lake Vineyards 13.5,White,Spain,"Fleshy and rich, with a clear reflection of barrel fermentation on the nose, palate and finish. This is plump Verdejo with match stick and toasty vanilla on the bouquet. It's full, round and toasted in the mouth, with spiced apple and vanilla flavors. Oaky and mature; drink this Spanish ode to Burgundy now.",Naiades,29,89,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Naia 2007 Naiades Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naia-2007-naiades-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2007,Naia 14,Red,Italy,"This vintage of Antinori's Pian delle Vigne offers surprisingly mature and jammy notes of strawberry or blackberry marmalade followed by a soft, rich mouthfeel. This expression shows less elegance and finesse than past interpretations.",Pian delle Vigne,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Marchesi Antinori 2006 Pian delle Vigne (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-antinori-2006-pian-delle-vigne-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Marchesi Antinori 14.5,Red,US,"A textbook, modern Napa Cabernet that offers plenty of varietal pleasure, with blackberry, cassis, chocolate and oak flavors liberally framed in fine sweet oak, and wrapped into luxurious tannins. A little too obvious in its charms, but it could surprise down the road.",,100,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Palmaz 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmaz-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Palmaz 14,Red,Italy,"Still young and needing additional cellar time to achieve full integration, this dark, brooding Brunello opens with very masculine aromas of Spanish cedar, root beer, forest floor, dark fruit and bramble. There's still slight bitterness on the close and a firm tannic bite.",,45,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Belpoggio 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belpoggio-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Belpoggio 11.5,White,US,"Another top pick from Finger Lakes legend, Dr. Konstantin Frank, this luscious honey-laced Riesling is fragrant with yellow freesias and ripe, juicy stonefruit. Off-dry in style with a spicy, orange rind-infused palate, bright acidity carries through on a long finish that ends on a sultry, astringent, black tea note.",Semi Dry,15,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2009 Semi Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2009-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Konstantin Frank 14.5,Red,Spain,"Roasted plum and raspberry aromas offer accents of vanilla, dill and dry wood. The palate is big, a little soft and chubby in the middle, with savory, herbal black fruit flavors that are meaty and deep. Finishes earthy, herbal and with integrity. This is Monastrell that's ready to go.",Altos de Luzón,19,89,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Luzón 2007 Altos de Luzón Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-luzon-2007-altos-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2007,Bodegas Luzón 13.5,Red,Italy,"From the excellent 2004 vintage, this dark Vino Nobile (aged 18 months in oak barrel) shows quality fruit aromas of blackberry, cherry and cassis. But it also boasts tertiary aromas of tar, black stone and licorice as well as oak-driven aromas of spice and cigar.",Vigna D'Alfiero,60,89,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Valdipiatta 2004 Vigna D'Alfiero (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-valdipiatta-2004-vigna-dalfiero-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2004,Valdipiatta 14.6,White,US,"A very rich Sauvignon Blanc that shows the creamy, smoky influence of oak barrels and lees. It's dry and soft, with flavors of citrus fruits, figs, buttered toast and white pepper.",Cuvée Blanc,24,89,California,Napa,St. Helena,Charnu 2009 Cuvée Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charnu-2009-cuvee-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-napa-st-helena/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Charnu 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a classic interpretation of Brunello with territory-driven aromas of forest berry, cassis, toasted almond, moist earth and blue flower. Le Bruciate does a very nice job of expressing the elegance of Sangiovese Grosso.",Le Bruciate,32,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Canneta 2006 Le Bruciate (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canneta-2006-le-bruciate-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Canneta ,Red,France,"Powerfully ripe wine, solidly based on a structure of dark tannins and dense black currant fruit. The wine has imprisoned power and density, needing several years for it to be set free.",,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château de Pez 2008 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-pez-2008-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château de Pez ,Red,France,"Stalky, firm wine, powered by tannins, although not weighty, and showing black berry flavors and acidity. Not a wine for the long term.",,,89,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château de Fieuzal 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fieuzal-2008-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château de Fieuzal 14,Red,Italy,"Boscarelli's hearty Vino Nobile opens with dark nuances of plum, blackberry, ground pepper, cigar box and carob pod. The texture is thick and slightly gritty with drying tannins on the fade.",,86,89,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Boscarelli 2006 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boscarelli-2006-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2006,Boscarelli 13.5,Red,Italy,"Plush, modern and fruity, this darkly concentrated Chianti Classico shows aromas of chocolate, cherry and mocha followed by spice and vanilla. In the mouth, the wine offers simple freshness and medium density.",Castelgreve Riserva,,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castelli del Grevepesa 2007 Castelgreve Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelli-grevepesa-2007-castelgreve-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Castelli del Grevepesa 13.8,Red,New Zealand,"A well-crafted, finely balanced Pinot Noir, Deep Cove is a blend of estate and nonestate fruit. It's properly Pinot-silky in texture, and features a nice mix of assertive fruit and subtle complexity, ranging from black cherries to mushroomy earthiness. Drink now–2013.",Deep Cove,25,89,Central Otago,,,Wild Earth 2008 Deep Cove Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-earth-2008-deep-cove-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Wild Earth 13.5,White,US,"This is a strongly flavored Sauvignon Blanc that has quite a bit of that musky, floral scent you find in New Zealand bottlings. It shows powerful flavors of gooseberries and lemongrass, with riper notes of quince and kumquat, all brightened with zesty acidity.",,16,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Franciscan ,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, The Brook comes out of the bottle tightly wound, terse, and short. Give it plenty of breathing time for the flavors of prune, fig and plum to emerge, along with streaks of clove and cinnamon. Score could improve with further bottle age.",The Brook,33,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Flying Trout 2008 The Brook Red (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-trout-2008-brook-red-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Flying Trout 15,Red,Portugal,"A big, sweet, chocolate wine, very round. Its textures are like velvet, intense, tarry. There is an alcohol burn that detracts from this otherwise impressive wine.",Reserva,,89,Alentejano,,,Herdade de São Miguel 2007 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-sao-miguel-2007-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Herdade de São Miguel 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a thick, soft and succulent blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot that opens with opulent texture and a bright, fruit-forward personality. It promises to pair with heavy meat dishes or grilled sausage.",Morello di Prile,22,89,Tuscany,Maremma,,Prelius 2008 Morello di Prile (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prelius-2008-morello-prile-red-maremma/,Red Blend,2008,Prelius 14.5,Red,Italy,"Toasted spice, chocolate, roasted espresso and black cherry open the bouquet of this hearty Brunello. Background tones include vanilla bean, mesquite, barbecue smoke and there's a note of smoked ham as well. Overall, the wine delivers medium intensity and a polished feel.",,44,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Podere Paganico 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-paganico-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Podere Paganico 14,Red,Portugal,"Dense, spicy wine, showing its alcohol with a hot pepper character. The fruit, though, does offer rich compensation, with black plum skins, bitter coffee flavors and dark, dry tannins.",Reserva,28,89,Douro,,,Poças 2008 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2008-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Poças 14.5,White,Portugal,"Rich and oily wine, with smooth pear and apple purée flavors. That means it lacks acidity, compensating for that with its ripe bursts of flavor. The finish reveals toast and spicy almonds.",Mux Branco,20,89,Douro,,,Muxagat 2009 Mux Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muxagat-2009-mux-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Muxagat 14,Red,Portugal,"Think Spanish Tempranillo, and this wine makes perfect sense. With violet aromas, it is soft, elegant with perfumed red berry fruits, wood and a dry core of tannins.",,45,89,Douro,,,Quinta do Portal 2009 Tinta Roriz (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2009-tempranillo-tinta-roriz-douro/,Tinta Roriz,2009,Quinta do Portal ,Red,France,"On the light side, this is an attractive wine, but missing the intensity of some other wines from Saint-Julien. It's balanced, fresh and elegant.",,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Talbot 2008 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-talbot-2008-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Talbot ,Red,France,"Good smoky wood aromas augur a medium-weight wine with attractive black fruits and light tannins. It's attractive, with fresh acidity on the finish.",,,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Siran 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siran-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Siran 12,White,US,"Luscious aromas of ripe tangerine, honey and white flowers meld into a rich, dark petrol note on this elegant, dry Riesling. The palate is sunny and bright with ripe orange, melon and guava flavors, but hints of fresh herbs and a lime pith astringency keep all the fruity sweetness remarkably balanced.",Dry,15,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Konstantin Frank 13.5,Red,Italy,"This bright Brunello opens with medium dimension, intensity and deep layers of berry fruit, dried currants and old spice. In true Sangiovese Grosso tradition, it shows a compact, streamlined feel with crisp acidity on the close.",,50,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Domus Vitae 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domus-vitae-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Domus Vitae 14.8,Red,US,"Soft and gentle and fruity-sweet, this easy-drinking Zin has upfront flavors of pie-filling cherries and raspberries, sprinkled with cocoa, cinnamon, pepper and vanilla. Delicious now; production was only 511 cases.",Todd Brothers Ranch Old Vines,32,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Dashe Cellars 2008 Todd Brothers Ranch Old Vines Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2008-todd-brothers-ranch-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Dashe Cellars 14,Red,New Zealand,"A soft, mouthfilling rendition of Pinot Noir, with black cherry and plum notes that verge on being overripe, marked by hints of mocha, brown sugar and some slightly earthy notes. Drink it over the next few years.",Bannockburn Sluicings Vineyard,50,89,Central Otago,,,Craggy Range 2007 Bannockburn Sluicings Vineyard Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2007-bannockburn-sluicings-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2007,Craggy Range 13.5,White,Chile,"Santa Helena has moved to the Colchagua Coast for its SB, and the results are impressive. This wine is pungent, cool and citrusy, with grapefruit, mineral, saline and fresh asparagus on the nose and palate. It's slightly sheering and lemony but honest and snappy to the max. Tangy late and very nice overall.",Selección del Directorio,11,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Helena 2010 Selección del Directorio Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-helena-2010-seleccion-directorio-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Santa Helena 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes amazingly young and fresh at more than six years, hardly showing its age. Bursts with vibrant blackberry and cherry flavors, crisped with acidity and wrapped into finely spun tannins. A lovely, dry wine to drink now, but one that might develop interesting bottle complexities.",,40,89,California,Napa,Chiles Valley,RustRidge 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon (Chiles Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustridge-2004-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-chiles-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,RustRidge 14,White,New Zealand,"With only the barest hint of toasted nuts or grain, this is a fruit-driven Chardonnay that does not see any malolactice fermentation. The resulting flavors are crisp and citrusy, the white peach and pineapple notes coming to a long, mouth-puckering close.",Map Maker Pure,25,89,Marlborough,,,Staete Landt 2008 Map Maker Pure Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staete-landt-2008-map-maker-pure-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2008,Staete Landt 14.5,White,US,"Lush in pineapple cream, Key lime pie, kiwi fruit, white peach and apricot flavors, this Chardonnay is as rich as they come. There's also a welcome overlay of zesty, citrusy acidity. The finish is honey sweet, in the modern style.",Peters Vineyard,28,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kokomo 2008 Peters Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2008-peters-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Kokomo 13.9,Red,New Zealand,"The 2009 vintage is shaping up to be a good one for Martinborough Pinot Noir, and this bottling is nicely priced for the quality. It's herbal, spicy, floral and savory all at once on the nose, then delivers soft waves of dark cherries on the palate. Drink now–2016.",Russian Jack,20,89,Martinborough,,,Martinborough Vineyard 2009 Russian Jack Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinborough-vineyard-2009-russian-jack-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2009,Martinborough Vineyard 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Fresh, dry and elevated by any conventional cava standards. The nose breathes lime, green apple and spice notes, while the palate is crisp, peppery and lightly toasted. Apple and controlled citrus are the fruit components, and then a light yeasty character arises on the finish. A pretty, feminine brut nature to drink now and over the next few years.",Gran Reserva Brut Nature,,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Marqués de Gelida 2006 Gran Reserva Brut Nature Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-gelida-2006-gran-reserva-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,2006,Marqués de Gelida 14.5,Red,US,"Strong in tannins and showing an earthy, tough aggressiveness, this Cabernet lacks immediate charm. There's an old-fashioned dryness about it, rather like the old Inglenooks and Louis Martinis that aged forever. Perhaps it will, too. There's a big, ripe heart of blackberries, and no apparent reasons why the wine shouldn't glide through the years.",The Altruist Calistoga Estate Vineyard,52,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2007 The Altruist Calistoga Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2007-altruist-calistoga-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Markham 14.5,Red,Italy,"Aged in small oak barrel, this bright Vino Nobile offers austere but polished tannins with good balance between its dark spice and cherry aromas. Pair it with mushroom risotto or stewed veal.",,32,89,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Valdipiatta 2007 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-valdipiatta-2007-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2007,Valdipiatta 13.5,White,US,"Brilliantly dry and acidic, an Old World-style wine whose price shouldn't mislead you. This is a serious food wine, dry and minerally, with lemon and lime flavors. The score would be higher if not for a very slight vegetal note.",Chenin/Vio,12,89,California,California Other,California,Vinum 2009 Chenin/Vio Chenin Blanc-Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-2009-chenin-vio-white-blend-chenin-blanc-viognier-other/,Chenin Blanc-Viognier,2009,Vinum 11.5,White,New Zealand,"Despite more than 8 g/L of residual sugar, this comes across as dry in style, with austere notes of crushed stone and lime zest balanced by riper hints of apple and pear. It should drink well over at least the next several years.",Cellar Selection,20,89,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2009 Cellar Selection Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2009-cellar-selection-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2009,Villa Maria 12.5,White,Portugal,High-altitude vineyards give plenty of freshness to this bright and textured wine. Apple skin flavors work with citrus and great acidity. To drink now for a fine apéritif or with shellfish.,Vinho Branco,,89,Douro,,,Quinta do Passadouro 2009 Vinho Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-passadouro-2009-vinho-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta do Passadouro 13,White,Portugal,"A fresh-faced wine, its bright acidity given some weight by a creamy texture. As a contrast, apple skin flavors give an edginess, an attractive tang, emphasized by the final citric acidity.",Branco,,89,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2009 Branco White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2009-branco-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta de Chocapalha 13,White,US,"The future of Finger Lakes Sauvingnon Blanc is bright, at least in the hands of Steve Shaw. Fragrant with sweet, ripe gooseberries, apples and a touch of herbs and grass, this is a delicious choice for any occasion. Full bodied and complex, its palate is lush with quince and green plums, highlighted by a refreshing minerality and a lime zest astringency.",,16,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Shaw 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-2009-sauvignon-blanc-finger-lakes/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Shaw ,White,France,"Fresher than in previous vintages, with a lighter touch. There is citrus, a touch of nutmeg and toast. Grapefruit and ripe pear complete this light-hearted wine.",,45,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Le Nardian 2008 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-nardian-2008-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Le Nardian ,White,US,"Aromatic and appealing, this perfectly captures the pretty orange peel and citrus scents of the grape. In the mouth it's sweet but buoyed by bright acids, the fruit clean and layered, bringing in streaks of cinnamon, honey, vanilla and tea as it rolls into a satisfying finish.",Moscato D'Latah,15,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Latah Creek 2009 Moscato D'Latah Muscat (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latah-creek-2009-moscato-dlatah-muscat-other/,Muscat,2009,Latah Creek 13.5,Red,Italy,This is one of those pleasurable Sangiovese wines that seems perfectly engineered for cheesy pasta and hearty lasagna. The acidity and general freshness is perfectly integrated and ready to pair with fatty foods.,Riserva,35,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Volpaia 2006 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-2006-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Volpaia ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Good dark colored, soft wine. It has great ripe fruits, sweet tannins and a delicious caramel and black fruit jam character. Ripe and balanced but not for long-term aging.",Vista Alegre Vintage,,89,Port,,,Vallegre 2008 Vista Alegre Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallegre-2008-vista-alegre-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Vallegre 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This slightly chunky Pinot Noir boasts robust aromas and flavors of black cherries, roasted parsnip and hickory smoke. It's not the most finesseful Pinot Noir out there, but it's assertively flavored, varietally correct and should drink well over the next several years.",,20,89,Marlborough,,,Jules Taylor 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jules-taylor-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Jules Taylor 13.5,Red,Italy,"This youthful and fruit-forward Chianti Classico is balanced and fresh with bright berry and raspberry aromas that give it a cheerful, bright personality. The wine is fresh and zesty on the close and would pair with creamy vegetable risotto.",Querciabella,30,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Agricola Querciabella 2008 Querciabella (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-querciabella-2008-querciabella-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Agricola Querciabella 14,Red,Italy,"Aromas of bright blueberry and cherry liqueur are accented by shadings of spice, almond paste, moist tobacco and leather. Brunello Bramante also shows pretty nuances of blue violets and lavender",Bramante,55,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Poggiolo E. Cosimi 2006 Bramante (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggiolo-e-cosimi-2006-bramante-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Il Poggiolo E. Cosimi ,Red,France,"Soft, very round, already approachable, the wine is flavored with spice, black berry flavors and sweet tannins. Juicy, ripe Merlot for medium-term aging.",,,89,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Couhins-Lurton 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-couhins-lurton-2008-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Couhins-Lurton 14,Red,Israel,"Still a bit young and reserved, this wine needs a bit more time to truly open up and show its true colors. Try after 2012 and through 2016, or give it a good decant if drinking now. Delicate black plum, berry and cassis aromas appear in the bouquet, coupled with gentle accents of licorice and woody spice. Firmly structured but with an overall satiny texture and medium-grain tannins.",Petit Castel Kosher,50,89,Judean Hills,,,Domaine du Castel 2007 Petit Castel Kosher Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-castel-2007-petit-kosher-red-judean-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Domaine du Castel ,White,France,"A soft, ripe wine, its fruit rounded by an oily Sémillon texture. There is weight here, wih spice, wood and a creamy aftertaste. For medium-term aging.",,,89,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Olivier 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-olivier-2008-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Olivier ,Red,Portugal,"A firmly structured wine, showing dark black fruits and a very mineral texture. The tannins are chalky, dusty, chewy. Along with all this tight structure, rich fruits are waiting underneath. Give it 4–5 years.",Reserva Tinto,,89,Dão,,,Borges 2008 Reserva Tinto Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2008-reserva-tinto-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,2008,Borges 15.2,Red,US,"Delicious in flavor, with fresh, ripe blackberry and cherry flavors, while the oak overlay adds richer layers of sweet caramel and buttered cinnamon toast. A crisp spine of citrusy acidity adds brightness. An appealing Merlot for drinking now.",,60,89,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Bolen 2007 Merlot (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolen-2007-merlot-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Merlot,2007,Bolen 13.8,Red,US,"This big, powerfully fruity Pinot Noir screams coastal California all the way through. The raspberry, cherry and spice flavors, brightened with acidity, taste of long, warm days and cool nights. It's a good wine, but too young, and would have benefited had the winery held it back a year or so before release. Better into 2012.",Balo Vineyard,40,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Drew 2009 Balo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drew-2009-balo-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Drew 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a fleshy, well-proportioned Chianti Classico with bright, jammy notes of cherry and blackberry backed by softer aromas of vanilla and spice. Smooth roundness is capped by firm structure.",Riserva,25,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Valiano 2006 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valiano-2006-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Valiano ,Red,Italy,"Jammy, mature notes of dark cherry and blackberry preserves open the nose of this richly opulent Brunello. Background tones include polished mineral and sweet Christmas spice with lingering accents of black pepper and crushed clove.",,67,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta La Fuga 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-fuga-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Tenuta La Fuga 14.5,Red,Italy,"As its name suggests, Ser Gioveto is a wine that celebrates Sangiovese winemaking tradition in Tuscany. The wine is fresh, soft and smooth. It's also packed tight with delicious berry flavors.",Ser Gioveto,52,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Rocca delle Macìe 2006 Ser Gioveto Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-2006-ser-gioveto-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2006,Rocca delle Macìe ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Poised between sweetness and acidity, there is a good jammy character here, edged by tannins and layered with herbs and spice. A fine wine, with some aging potential.",Vintage,54,90,Port,,,Quinta da Gaivosa 2008 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-gaivosa-2008-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Quinta da Gaivosa 13.5,Red,Italy,"Sometimes, you discover one of those rare Brunellos that offers a really sweet-smelling bouquet followed by a drying mouthfeel. This is one of those wines. The bouquet is characterized by Christmas spice, cinnamon and mature cherry. The close is elegant and polished.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Sesti 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sesti-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Sesti 14,Red,Portugal,"The climate of the region north of Lisbon is oceanic, as in Bordeaux, so it's no surprise that Cabernet Sauvignon works well here. The wine has tannins and black currant flavors, along with a very ripe character giving weight.",Cabernet Sauvignon,,90,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-lisboa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Quinta de Chocapalha ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An attractively perfumed wine that shows a fine balance between fresh acidity and soft, sweet fruits. It is light in texture, open rather than concentrated. There is a rich black cherry final character.",Vintage,,90,Port,,,Quinta da Romaneira 2008 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-romaneira-2008-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Quinta da Romaneira 14,Red,Italy,"Morellino is a terrific red wine that is particularly food-friendly, easy-to-drink and delicious. This producer makes one of the best expressions available, characterized by bright blueberry, cherry and pulpy red fruit.",Riserva,30,90,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Morisfarms 2007 Riserva (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morisfarms-2007-riserva-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2007,Morisfarms 14,Red,Italy,"From the heart of Chianti Classico, this Riserva Sangiovese opens with enticing aromas of sweet vanilla, bright cherry, leather, tar and moist tobacco. The mouthfeel is particularly smooth, silky and long.",Borro del Diavolo Riserva,,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Ormanni 2006 Borro del Diavolo Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ormanni-2006-borro-diavolo-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Ormanni ,Red,US,"Pure Syrah from the Les Collines vineyard, this has far more punch and specificity than the Columbia Valley offering from NxNW. Along with plum, cherry and cassis fruit, vivid and limned with fresh acids, there are highlights of tea, seaweed, moist earth, cut tobacco, vanilla and smoke. In other words, a riot of interesting flavors, light but intriguing.",,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),North by Northwest 2007 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/north-by-northwest-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,North by Northwest 11.5,White,New Zealand,"A dry, austere Riesling, with what one hopes will be considerable cellaring potential, Dry River's 2009 Craighall displays apple and lime accents and a long, citrus-rind, almost lip-puckering finish.",Craighall Vineyard,48,90,Martinborough,,,Dry River 2009 Craighall Vineyard Riesling (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-river-2009-craighall-vineyard-riesling-martinborough/,Riesling,2009,Dry River ,Red,Portugal,"An almost black-colored wine, this Petit Verdot is unusual for the region. It succeeds well, a juicy wine full of dusty tannins, tight black fruits and a core of dark plum flavors.",Dona Maria Petit Verdot,,90,Alentejano,,,Dona Maria-Júlio Bastos 2008 Dona Maria Petit Verdot Petit Verdot (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-maria-julio-bastos-2008-petit-verdot-alentejano/,Petit Verdot,2008,Dona Maria-Júlio Bastos 13.5,White,Portugal,"Smooth, creamy wine, its fruit layered with toast and piquant spices. The yellow fruit flavors are contrasted with acidity from a pink grapefruit freshness. It should be aged for another year.",Conceito Branco,45,90,Douro,,,Conceito Vinhos 2009 Conceito Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conceito-vinhos-2009-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Conceito Vinhos ,Red,France,"This is a woody, toasty wine, which seems to be the style here for the last several years. It has weight, but does need time for the wood to subside and bring out the elegant fruits.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Phélan-Ségur 2008 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-phelan-segur-2008-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Phélan-Ségur 14,Red,New Zealand,"The winemaking at Craggy is gradually becoming less intrusive, and the result in this Merlot-predominant blend is a supple wine blessed with ample cassis fruit and framed by hints of brown sugar, vanilla and dried herbs. It's medium-bodied in the mouth, with a silky finish. Drink now–2013.",Te Kahu Gimblett Gravels Vineyard,22,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Craggy Range 2007 Te Kahu Gimblett Gravels Vineyard Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2007-te-kahu-gimblett-gravels-vineyard-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Craggy Range 14.1,Red,US,"Makes for nice drinking right now, because of the abundance of forward, jammy blackberry and cherry fruit. On the other hand, the tannins are considerable, and the acidity is evident, so it could age over the next six years.",Proprietary Red Wine,55,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Corley 2007 Proprietary Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corley-2007-proprietary-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Corley ,White,France,"Very herbaceous, dominated by Sauvignon Blanc, this wine is powered by green fruits, citrus and layers of wood. Ripe, crisp, with a tangy finish.",,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Couhins 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-couhins-2008-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Couhins ,Red,France,"Ripe, smoky, perfumed Cabernet Franc fruit with sweet, dusty tannins creates spice and a sweet chocolate character, followed by a finish that brings out acidity as well.",Le Petit Cheval,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Cheval Blanc 2008 Le Petit Cheval (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cheval-blanc-2008-le-petit-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Cheval Blanc 14.4,White,US,"All Stillwater Creek fruit and 100% varietal, this bright and spicy, unoaked Chardonnay showcases very pretty fresh herb along with the usual green apple and pear fruit flavors. Lively and light, despite its 14.4% alcohol, it's a versatile and refreshing white.",Shard,21,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Baer 2009 Shard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baer-2009-shard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Baer ,White,US,"Delightful Sauvignon Blanc, crisp, dry and spicy. The citrus, melon and fig flavors have a bite of tart gooseberry.",,18,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amici 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amici-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Amici 14.5,Red,Italy,"This very interesting expression of Sangiovese is light in color but bursting with small berry and floral fragrances. The wine does a lovely job of showing the elegant, feminine side of this Tuscan grape variety.",Palazzo Altesi,40,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Altesino 2007 Palazzo Altesi Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altesino-2007-palazzo-altesi-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2007,Altesino 14,Red,Italy,"Altesino's Brunello is characterized by fine tannins, good acidity and aromas of white cherry, forest floor and bramble. The wine seems less intense than past vintages and there's a slightly browning edge to its color.",,75,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Altesino 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altesino-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Altesino 14,Red,Italy,"Buoyant cola and root beer aromas frame solid aromas of almond paste and wild berry. This Brunello shows a smooth, rich mouthfeel with tight, compact tannins on the close.",Poggiolo,80,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Poggiolo E. Cosimi 2006 Poggiolo (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggiolo-e-cosimi-2006-poggiolo-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Il Poggiolo E. Cosimi 14,Red,Italy,"This classic Brunello is slightly more closed aromatically and subdued at first, but opens to deep layers of berry fruit and exotic spice as the wine stays in the glass. Elegant flavors of almond and cassis appear as pretty accents on the long fade.",,42,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Marroneto 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-marroneto-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Il Marroneto 14.1,White,US,"A really lovely Pinot Gris, filled with pineapple, tangerine, apple, wildflower and mineral flavors brightened with crisp acidity, and with a dry finish. The grapes come from the cool, foggy Petaluma Gap region.",La Cruz Vineyard,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller 2008 La Cruz Vineyard Pinot Gris (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-2008-cruz-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Gris,2008,Keller 14.5,Rose,Italy,"This shapely, opulent Brunello delivers soft texture and rich intensity that is highlighted by crisp aromas of sweet cherry, spice and dark vanilla bean. That soft roundness continues to the palate where the wine exhibits a smooth, velvety texture.",Gorelli,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Potazzine 2006 Gorelli (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-potazzine-2006-gorelli-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Le Potazzine 14,Red,Italy,"La Fiorita's Brunello opens with some barrel aromas of toast and smoke that need time to blow off. Once they do, however, you will be pleasantly surprised by the wine's fruity aromas of mature cherry and strawberry.",,55,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Fiorita 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiorita-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,La Fiorita 13,Red,Italy,"This Vino Nobile offers a lighter, fresher interpretation of Sangiovese that would pair with white meat or turkey roast. Aromas include raspberry, white cherry and cinnamon. In the mouth, the wine is tight, linear and direct.",,32,90,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,La Calonica 2007 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calonica-2007-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2007,La Calonica 14.1,Red,US,"A stellar bottle from this newish Lake County-based producer, a Demeter Biodynamic and CCOF Organic certified producer with mountain-top vineyard land in the prime Red Hills sub-AVA. The Cab grows at 1,800-2,200 feet elevation in rocky, red soil, yielding a classically rich, red wine nuanced with subtle, soft tannins and enviable structure, giving it room to grow another 5–7 years.",,65,90,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Hawk and Horse Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-horse-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Hawk and Horse Vineyards 14,Red,New Zealand,"A pleasant surprise from this relatively young producer. The aromas and flavors are welcoming and complex, ranging from dried spices and botanicals through plummy, savory fruit, while the tannins are supple and the texture rich. Lingering black cherries and spice mark the finish. Drink now–2015.",,23,90,Nelson,,,Woollaston 2008 Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woollaston-2008-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2008,Woollaston 12.5,White,Spain,"A barrel-aged surprise. The nose is round and toasty but not overwooded. The palate is balanced and elegant, with full, round, integrated flavors of dry apple, cream and spice. Has the right texture to be considered elevated and classy; 70% Treixadura with five other white grapes.",Domillor Harvest Selection,19,90,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Viña Mein 2009 Domillor Harvest Selection White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mein-2009-domillor-harvest-selection-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2009,Viña Mein ,Red,France,"Ripe fruit, with sweet tannins. It is quite light with fresh acidity and attractively balanced, with flavors of dried raisins and final acidity.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Magdelaine 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-magdelaine-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Magdelaine 13,Red,France,"A fine wine, layered with tannins and dark plum skin flavors over a firm core of dryness, with excellent balancing acidity that finishes the wine on a fresh note.",,19,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Liversan 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-liversan-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Liversan ,Red,France,"Dark tannins provide the structured for the Cabernet Sauvignon black currant flavors. It has power—this is a big and solid wine, given tension by tannins, that will take several years to soften out.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Lafon-Rochet 2008 Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafon-rochet-2008-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lafon-Rochet 13,Red,Italy,"This bright Brunello is accented by generous tones of clove, spice and dark berry fruit. The mouthfeel is rich but also lively at the same time and overall this wine would make a great companion to lamb or grilled steak.",Da Vinci,46,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Cantine Leonardo 2006 Da Vinci (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-leonardo-2006-vinci-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Cantine Leonardo 14.5,Red,Italy,"Thanks to its thick, earthy characteristics and dark fruit aromas, this wine would make an excellent pairing partner to Tandoori chicken or spicy Thai beef. It shows smoothness and richness on the long finish.",,24,90,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Canneto 2007 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canneto-2007-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2007,Canneto 14,Red,Italy,"Le Bruciate Riserva offers bright aromatic nuances of cola, root beer and a touch of shaved ginger backed by loads of black fruit and smooth spice. The wine shows great personality and persistency.",Le Bruciate Riserva,48,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Canneta 2005 Le Bruciate Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canneta-2005-le-bruciate-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Canneta 14.5,Red,Italy,"Boscarelli offers a dark, meaty and sophisticated expression of Vino Nobile with gritty tannins, dark berry fruit and plum, followed by loads of spice, tar and resin. Softer oak tones of vanilla and cinnamon appear on the close.",Riserva,67,90,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Boscarelli 2005 Riserva (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boscarelli-2005-riserva-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2005,Boscarelli 13.5,Red,Italy,"Piccini's Brunello Villa al Cortile is an interesting wine with its own unique personality. It offers distinct aromas of mesquite, cedar and pine forest followed by rounder tones of plum and rum cake. The more immediate approach means it's almost ready to drink now.",Villa al Cortile,45,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Piccini 2006 Villa al Cortile (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2006-villa-al-cortile-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Piccini 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aromas of smoky cigar, toasted note and black cherry open the bouquet of this bright expression from Montalcino. The wine shows good density and a tonic, crisp feel on the close.",,60,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Máté 2005 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mate-2005-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Máté ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Fine grain tannins, with an aroma of light smoke and tobacco over juicy, soft fruit. It has great structure, with a firm core, round and fruity. Well balanced, it suggests aging possibilities.",Quinta da Pisca Vintage,90,90,Port,,,Niepoort 2008 Quinta da Pisca Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-2008-quinta-pisca-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Niepoort 14,Red,US,"Rich and dry, with a mélange of raspberry and cherry pie, cola, red licorice, bacon and sandalwood flavors, wrapped into firm but silky tannins. Acidity is quite nice, giving the richness a clean scour. Might develop subtleties over the years, but seems best now and through 2013.",Rancho Santa Rosa Vineyard,44,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Flying Goat Cellars 2007 Rancho Santa Rosa Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-goat-cellars-2007-rancho-santa-rosa-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Flying Goat Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Showing the intensely concentrated flavors of low-yielding old vines, this Zin is dense and rich in wild blackberry, briary blueberry, black pepper and cola flavors, with curious tastes that must come from the minerals in the earth. It's a bit rustic, but who cares? Break out your best grilled meats and poultry and savor this wine, if you can find it. Production was only 320 cases.",Old Vine 1908 Brignoli Vineyard,28,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,J. Rickards 2008 Old Vine 1908 Brignoli Vineyard Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2008-old-vine-1908-brignoli-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,J. Rickards 14,Red,Italy,"Il Borro's Polissena is a soft, elegant expression of Sangiovese with deep layers of ripe red fruit, blueberry, earthy tones and soft smoke. It shows a firm but polished tannic structure with a touch of licorice and dark cola.",Polissena,,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Il Borro 2006 Polissena Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-borro-2006-polissena-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2006,Il Borro 14.2,White,US,"Clean, zesty and flavorful Chardonnay, with complex notes of pineapples, oranges, Meyer lemon tart, buttered toast and spices. Earns extra points for fine acidity and a bracing minerality.",Blondie Gone Wild,32,90,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Ideology Cellars 2008 Blondie Gone Wild Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ideology-cellars-2008-blondie-gone-wild-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2008,Ideology Cellars 13,White,Spain,"An elegant and well-made Albariño with lemon chiffon, pear and green apple aromas. The palate is just right in feel, depth and minerality, with apple, pear, honeydew and hidden spice flavors. Clean, teetering on lush and delicious as it finishes. Drink this pretty wine as soon as possible.",,15,90,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Leira 2009 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leira-2009-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,Leira 13.5,Red,Italy,"Carob, sour cherry, bramble, leafy greens and exotic spice are some of the eclectic aromatic components of this wine's bright bouquet. The more you sniff, the more you get pipe tobacco, forest fruit and blackberry. The mouthfeel is firm, tonic and compact.",,80,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Le Ragnaie 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-ragnaie-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Le Ragnaie 13.5,Red,Italy,"Sassabruna is a Sangiovese-based wine with an added component of Syrah and Merlot that adds spice, consistency and fruitiness. Aromas here include red cherry, leather, black berry and vanilla bean.",Sassabruna,25,90,Tuscany,Monteregio di Massa Marittima,,Rocca di Montemassi 2006 Sassabruna (Monteregio di Massa Marittima),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-montemassi-2006-sassabruna-sangiovese-monteregio-massa-marittima/,Sangiovese,2006,Rocca di Montemassi 14,Red,New Zealand,"The Awatere is a Marlborough subregion whose wines are often a touch more edgy than those grown in the main valley. After nine months in French oak, this wine's black cherry fruit is marked by touches of vanilla and toast, a slightly creamy mouthfeel and a crisp, refreshing finish. Approachable now, but should develop more nuance over the next year or two.",,22,90,Awatere Valley,,,Vavasour 2008 Pinot Noir (Awatere Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vavasour-2008-pinot-noir-awatere-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Vavasour 13.5,Red,Italy,"From the warmer 2005 vintage, this Riserva Chianti Classico is packed tight with mature aromas of black cherry, cassis, leather, black tobacco and a touch of drying graphite. The wine would pair with cheesy lasagna al forno.",Riserva,25,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Valiano 2005 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valiano-2005-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2005,Valiano ,White,US,"Scented with notes of pine needle and lemon polish, this puts its concentration square in the mid-palate. There are pretty traces of honeyed botrytis, and a suggestion of sweetness, though the acidity keeps it on the dry side. Excellent length, with a pretty finish of honey and tea.",,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Convergence Zone 2009 Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/convergence-zone-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2009,Convergence Zone 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an easy, smooth wine that would pair with meat or oven-roasted pasta. Collelceto's Brunello is marked by elegance, bright acidity and lingering tones of wild berry, spice, tobacco and delicately dried herbs or licorice.",,44,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Collelceto 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collelceto-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Collelceto 14.5,Red,Spain,"A loud, fiery nose indicates that this wine has a lot in store. Aromas of brick dust, earth, tobacco and red pepper flake set up a choppy, tannic, lively palate with a full dosage of cherry, plum, spice and toast flavors. Roasted on the finish but still fresh. Drink now through 2012.",Manuel Quintano Reserva,50,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Castillo Labastida 2004 Manuel Quintano Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-labastida-2004-manuel-quintano-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2004,Castillo Labastida 14,Red,Italy,This Riserva Sangiovese from coastal Tuscany delivers a very precise note of spice or crushed clove that beautifully frames a core of red fruit and cherry. Pair this wine with thinly sliced beef with crunchy roast potatoes.,Riserva Pian di Staffa,45,90,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Poggio Stenti 2006 Riserva Pian di Staffa (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-stenti-2006-riserva-pian-staffa-sangiovese-montecucco/,Sangiovese,2006,Poggio Stenti 14.5,Red,Italy,"Poggio Rubino's 2006 Brunello needs a few more years of cellar aging. The wine opens with bright aromas of red cherry, blueberry preserves, wild mushroom, blue flowers, rum cake and savory spice.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Rubino 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-rubino-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Poggio Rubino 20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"As Colheitas (aged tawnies) go, this is young. It has good nut and raisin flavors, with a burst of orange zest and sweet cherries. Once open, it will keep for several weeks if the air is pumped out.",Colheita,40,90,Port,,,Poças 2000 Colheita (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pocas-2000-colheita-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2000,Poças 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a brawny, bold expression of Sangiovese that opens with dark concentration and rich tones of black cherry, blackberry pie and cinnamon crust. It feels soft, sweet and succulent on the close.",Campo Arsiccio,,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,La Traiana 2006 Campo Arsiccio Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/traiana-2006-campo-arsiccio-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2006,La Traiana 13.5,Red,Italy,"The softer, more delicate nature of the 2006 vintage emerges nicely on the nose of this Riserva Vino Nobile. The bouquet is characterized by white cherry, mild sweet spice and wild berry aromas.",San Venerio Riserva,48,90,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,La Calonica 2006 San Venerio Riserva (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calonica-2006-san-venerio-riserva-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2006,La Calonica 14,Red,Italy,"This Brunello speaks highly of Montalcino wine tradition. A fresh, crisp element is backed by aromas of cassis, bramble and bitter berry. There's a tightness in the mouth as well that needs more time to soften.",,45,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Renieri 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renieri-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Renieri 14.9,Red,US,"Just about as big, powerful and impressive as the variety gets. The wild berry, currant, smoked meat, tobacco, licorice and white pepper flavors explode in the mouth, contained by big, tight tannins. Right now there's a sharp cut of acidity that detracts, but the tartness should help the wine age. Give it 4-5 years in the cellar.",Aguilera Reserve,45,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 2007 Aguilera Reserve Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2007-aguilera-reserve-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2007,Mazzocco 13.5,Red,Italy,"If you're looking for a steady, confident and food-friendly Chianti Classico, this edition of Fonterutoli will not disappoint. In fact, the wine consistently delivers quality and affordability year after year and promises a perfect pairing with oven-roasted pasta or veal dishes.",Fonterutoli,28,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Mazzei 2008 Fonterutoli (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2008-fonterutoli-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Mazzei 14,Red,New Zealand,"Made from fruit sourced from the Wanaka subregion, this is a complex yet refreshing Pinot Noir, filled with scents and flavors of cherries, beet greens, herbal notes and button mushrooms. It's mouthfilling yet supple, with notable vivacity. Drink now–2015.",Mount Maude,57,90,Central Otago,,,Maude 2007 Mount Maude Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maude-2007-mount-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2007,Maude 14.2,Red,US,"Tastes fresh and jammy now in raspberry and cherry flavors, with a cut of lime acidity. One third new oak adds a delicious coating of sweet vanilla and toast. Very delicious and distinctive, but immature. Cellar it for 2–3 years to let it mellow and knit together.",Split Rock Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Blessing 2008 Split Rock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blessing-2008-split-rock-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Blessing 13.5,Red,Israel,"A very attractive and decadent smelling Shiraz with interesting notes of black tea, cigar tobacco and tanned hide among the rich ripe fruit aromas. Black raspberrry and cherry flesh fill the palate, while the crushed velvet texture conquers the mouth and stays through the close. A hint of smoked meat unfolds on the very end of the finish.",Reserve Kosher,25,90,Upper Galilee,,,Binyamina 2007 Reserve Kosher Shiraz (Upper Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binyamina-2007-reserve-kosher-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-upper-galilee/,Shiraz,2007,Binyamina ,Red,France,"Initially soft, then this wine, produced at one of the French government's agricultural research stations, reveals big, dry tannins that cut through the fruit. Dark plums star in this very structured wine.",,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Couhins 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-couhins-2008-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Couhins ,Red,France,"On the soft, generous side, this wine from the Ducru-Beaucaillou stable has fresh, true black currant fruits and a lovely juicy character from first sip to the finish.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Lalande-Borie 2008 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lalande-borie-2008-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lalande-Borie 14,Red,US,"A lovely, miniscule-production Mendocino Grenache, made from certified-organic grapes grown on the old vines of Testa Vineyard, some of the oldest organic vines in the North Coast. The result is a surprisingly bright, lively, fine-drinking Grenache, just as it should be, with lots of juicy cranberry and red fruit on the palate and the bones to age. A tiny bit tight when first opened, it opens up quickly and deliciously.",Testa Vineyard,22,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Horse & Plow 2009 Testa Vineyard Grenache (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2009-testa-vineyard-grenache-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Grenache,2009,Horse & Plow 14,Red,Italy,"This opens with earthy tones and traditional Sangiovese Grosso aromas of white mushroom, wild berry, violet, cola, toasted almond, resin and tar. It feels tight, compact and polished overall.",Riserva,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Torrenera 2004 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torrenera-2004-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2004,Torrenera 14,Red,Italy,"Tornesi's Brunello is packed with sharp red fruit, bright cherry and raspberry. Touches of white mushroom and natural rubber render an earthy, elegant feel and the wine ends with clean, polished tannins.",,54,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tornesi 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tornesi-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Tornesi 14.9,White,US,"Lots of acidity and dryness in this Chardonnay. It will strike some as austere and lean. But it's fascinating in its citrus fruits and minerals, which seem to come from the stones of the Arroyo Seco. Oak influence adds much-needed notes of buttered toast. Gets better and better as it warms in the glass.",Arroyo Vista,25,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2008 Arroyo Vista Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2008-arroyo-vista-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2008,J. Lohr 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Zinfandel, lusty and smooth, that takes the variety's rustic, wild berry, tobacco, anise, herb and pepper flavors and makes them as elegant as Zinfandel gets. Strong, grippy tannins call for a salty, peppery flank steak.",Jack London Vineyard,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2008 Jack London Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2008-jack-london-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Kenwood 14,Red,Italy,"Refined and elegant, you could easily characterize this as a feminine expression of Brunello. It is redolent of forest fruit, white chocolate, dried violets, resin, tar and a touch of smoked bacon. In the mouth, it shows a sharp, fine quality that is enhanced by natural freshness.",,60,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Marchesato degli Aleramici 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesato-degli-aleramici-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Marchesato degli Aleramici 14.5,Red,Chile,"Tight and racy, with prickly herbal and bright berry aromas. This is a fun but serious wine; it's rugged and choppy in the mouth but full of life and spunk. Flavors of herbal berry, bramble, tea and spice are a tad rustic, but it's still high-end and polished, with short-term aging potential. Drink now–2013.",Centauri Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Carignan,28,90,Maule Valley,,,O. Fournier 2008 Centauri Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Carignan Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2008-centauri-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-carignan-red-maule-valley/,Red Blend,2008,O. Fournier 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Although not as concentrated nor as potentially long-lived as Neudorf's Moutere bottling, this is still an excellent Chardonnay. Grilled pineapple and peach aromas lead the way, followed by ripe flavors and hints of graphite or wet stone. Drink this full-bodied, lush wine over the next year or two.",,23,90,Nelson,,,Neudorf 2008 Chardonnay (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neudorf-2008-chardonnay-nelson/,Chardonnay,2008,Neudorf ,Red,US,"Once past the horrid, impenetrable black plastic capsule, the wine rewards you with a firm, textured, interesting mouthfeel. A jumble of berries, spices, bramble, dried leaves and earth, even a dusting of cocoa, comes into play in a balanced, lingering finish.",Deep River,27,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Flying Trout 2006 Deep River Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-trout-2006-deep-river-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Flying Trout 13.5,White,Portugal,"Predominantly Viognier, this wood-aged wine tastes of juicy toast at this stage. There are some perfumed characters underneath the wood, and peach flavors emerge as the wine opens.",Dona Maria Amantis Branco,,90,Alentejano,,,Dona Maria-Júlio Bastos 2008 Dona Maria Amantis Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-maria-julio-bastos-2008-amantis-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2008,Dona Maria-Júlio Bastos 13,Red,Italy,"This is a simply wonderful Chianti Classico Riserva that would pair with all sorts of Italian and American foods thanks to the clarity of its berry fruit aromas and its tasty, spicy finish. It's not too heavy or fat, yet it does last long in the mouth.",Riserva,35,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Badia a Coltibuono 2007 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badia-a-coltibuono-2007-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Badia a Coltibuono 13.4,Red,US,"The Mendocino Ridge appellation, which is defined by elevation boundaries, borders Anderson Valley. This Pinot shows cool-climate crispness but also fog-free, ripe flavors of raspberries and cherries that are deep and impressive. With a thick, juvenile mouthfeel, the wine should develop interesting bottle complexities over the next five years.",Valenti Vineyard,40,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Drew 2009 Valenti Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drew-2009-valenti-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2009,Drew 14,Red,Italy,"Not overblown or exaggerated, this tight and carefully balanced Brunello strikes a chord between power and elegance. At its essence are aromas of red fruit, forest berry, cola, mesquite and cedar wood.",,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Baricci 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baricci-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Baricci 14.5,Red,Italy,"If you are new to Vino Nobile (a Sangiovese-based wine from central Italy), Canneto offers this very approachable Riserva expression that is characterized by fresh fruit, black cherry, cola, wet earth, tar and a touch of black licorice.",Riserva,30,90,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Canneto 2006 Riserva (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canneto-2006-riserva-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2006,Canneto ,Red,France,"Foursquare, solid wine, its tannins tight and severe. There is good weight, with red berry fruits under the formidable exterior. To watch as it softens and opens.",,,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Chateau Dauzac 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dauzac-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Chateau Dauzac ,Red,France,"This is very black currant in character, with crisp fresh fruits to go with the bright acidity. There are tannins certainly, lightened by the fruity character of the wine.",,,90,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château d'Armailhac 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darmailhac-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château d'Armailhac ,Red,France,"A wine that seems lean, even angular at first. It does, though, have a good depth of black plum skin fruits. The finish continues the tough theme, showing that it needs several years of softening up.",,,90,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Croizet-Bages 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croizet-bages-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Croizet-Bages ,Red,France,"Spicy, with wood there as well as tannins, this is a dark, extracted wine. There is stalkiness, balanced with dense berry fruits and final acidity.",,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Latour-Martillac 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-martillac-2008-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Latour-Martillac 13,Red,France,"A finely structured wine, well spiced with ripe berry fruits and intense but balanced acidity. This is stylish, attractive and is worth aging for 3-4 years.",,25,90,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Labat 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-labat-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Labat 13,Red,Italy,". There's a compact, traditional characteristic here that gives this wine smooth, sophisticated appeal. Aromas include white cherry, dried raspberry, tar, licorice and root beer. Twenty percent Malvasia Nera is added to the blend.",Vigneto Bellavista,169,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Ama 2006 Vigneto Bellavista (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-2006-vigneto-bellavista-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Castello di Ama 14,Red,Italy,"Belnero is a Sangiovese-based wine (with a tiny percentage of outside grapes) that shows loads of Montalcino typicity and elegance. If the rules governing Rosso di Montalcino are changed, those new wines might resemble Belnero.",Belnero,39,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 2007 Belnero Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-2007-belnero-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2007,Castello Banfi 13.5,Red,Israel,"An interesting blend of 37% Carignan, 26% Shiraz, 20% Petit Verdot, 15% Petite Sirah and 2% Viognier, this is a delightful red that offers tons of complexity and character. Black plum, cherry and currant fruit flavors are integrated with herbal notes of sandalwood, cigar spice and licorice root. Round and full but structured with gripping tannins and balanced acidity, and everything carrying through the long finish. Drink now through 2014.",Mediterranean Kosher,60,90,Shomron,,,Carmel 2007 Mediterranean Kosher Red (Shomron),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2007-mediterranean-kosher-red-shomron/,Red Blend,2007,Carmel 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Chianti Classico opens with earthy, gritty aromas of forest floor, wild mushroom and deep, dark berry fruit. It shows a layered, sophisticated side of Sangiovese with lingering spice and cola on the close.",Coltassala Riserva,56,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Volpaia 2006 Coltassala Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-2006-coltassala-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Volpaia 14,Red,Italy,"Brunello Terra Rossa opens with aromas of chocolate, spice and dark cherry that need a few minutes in the glass before they fully emerge. There's a thorny, brambly note at the back that is underlined by the natural acidity present in Sangiovese Grosso.",Terra Rossa,62,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Poggiolo E. Cosimi 2006 Terra Rossa (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggiolo-e-cosimi-2006-terra-rossa-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Il Poggiolo E. Cosimi 14.5,White,US,"A fine Chardonnay, showing cool weather influence in the brisk acidity and ripe flavors, which veer toward tart green apples, peaches and tangerines. The oak has been tastefully applied.",Reserve,55,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Frank Family 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2008-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Frank Family 14.5,Red,US,"Dry, dustily tannic and somewhat closed down, this Cabernet clearly wants some time in the cellar. It has rich, juicy blackberry and cherry flavors, but the tannins and acidity close in fast, locking them down and making the wine astringent and tart. Give it a few years, or decant if you're opening it now.",,45,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frank Family 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Frank Family 12.5,White,US,"Ripe yellow peaches, golden honey and billowing florals perfume this outstanding Riesling. Dry on the palate with a touch of stonefruit sweetness, it's an impeccably complex wine with a shower of slate and stone in the midpalate and delicious lime pith astringency throughout.",Magdalena Vineyard Dry,36,90,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hermann J. Wiemer 2009 Magdalena Vineyard Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-j-wiemer-2009-magdalena-vineyard-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Hermann J. Wiemer 13,White,Portugal,"With attractive wood aging and lemon flavors, this is a delicious, rich wine. It needs a couple of years, while already developing well. Acidity enlivens green plum and red apple flavors.",Chocapalha Reserva Branco,,90,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2009 Chocapalha Reserva Branco White (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2009-chocapalha-reserva-branco-white-lisboa/,Portuguese White,2009,Quinta de Chocapalha 14,Red,Israel,"Like the Petit Castel, this wine needs some time to truly open up and express itself, so be sure to give it time to breathe before serving. Medium weight but full in the mouth with firm tannins and a tight structure, the core of black fruit flavors are augmented by hints of tobacco, licorice root and woody spice. Black cherry skins and espresso-infused chocolate appear first on the long finish, followed by wonderfully fresh and invigorating mint.",Grand Vin Kosher,75,90,Judean Hills,,,Domaine du Castel 2006 Grand Vin Kosher Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-castel-2006-grand-vin-kosher-red-judean-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Domaine du Castel 14,Red,Italy,"Donatella Cinelli Colombini regularly brings us very soft, rich and velvety expressions of Brunello. This vintage, however, is more austere, reserved and seems to need more time to open and breathe in the glass. As it does, it reveals layers of cherry, almond paste, smoke, vanilla and powdered chocolate.",,70,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donatella-cinelli-colombini-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 13.5,Red,Italy,"Lively and approachable with vinous tones of cherry, raspberry and cola, Col di Lamo delivers a bright, food-friendly Brunello. There's also a very attractive touch of chopped mint or eucalyptus on the close.",,65,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Col di Lamo 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-lamo-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Col di Lamo 14.1,Red,US,"This is a very good wine. Made from Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petite Sirah and Syrah, from around the state, it's absolutely dry, rich in tannic structure, and complex, with cherry, berry, tobacco, cedar and spice flavors. An excellent and versatile food wine, at a great price.",The Climber,14,90,California,California Other,California,Clif Family 2009 The Climber Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clif-family-2009-climber-red-other/,Red Blend,2009,Clif Family 13.8,Red,New Zealand,"So-named for the restricted yields, this is the rare Marlborough Pinot Noir that may offer some longevity. The mix of bottle sweetness, button mushroom and tart cherry flavors are intriguingly complex, while the mouthfeel still features some tannic heft. It will be interesting to see how or if this evolves further. Drink now–2015 or so.",Two Ton,20,90,Marlborough,,,Croney Estates 2006 Two Ton Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croney-estates-2006-two-ton-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2006,Croney Estates 14.5,Red,US,"A good, dry, fleshy wine. Not showing well now in its youth, because it's tannic and unintegrated, with flavors flying all over the place. But there's a solid core of blackberry and black cherry sour candy, a good sign. Give it at least 4–5 years in the cellar, and try again.",Les Ivrettes Vineyard,65,90,California,Napa,St. Helena,Trivium 2007 Les Ivrettes Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivium-2007-ivrettes-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-st-helena/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Trivium 15.4,White,US,"Celebrity chef Florence, in partnership with Rob Mondavi, from Folio Fine Wine Partners, has crafted this delicious, zesty Sauvignon Blanc. It's so rich in kiwi, lime, tangerine, wildflower, vanilla and mineral flavors, it's practically a food group in itself, but bright acidity grounds and balances it. Great job at a good price.",Blend #4,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tyler Florence 2009 Blend #4 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyler-florence-2009-blend-4-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Tyler Florence 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Riserva expression of Chianti Classico reveals ripe richness and plush layers of blackberry, cherry, spice, leather and tobacco. Smooth tannins and a compact texture would match white meat or pork.",Riserva,26,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca delle Macìe 2006 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-2006-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Rocca delle Macìe 14.5,Red,Chile,"Aromatics of dill and vanilla are straight from the Old World, but otherwise this is modern and flush. Aromas of cedar and wood resin are also present in front of a tannic, roasted palate that features soft berry fruit, cola and medicinal flavors. Ripe, big and sweet; starts like Rioja and finishes like classic Chilean Cabernet; includes 17% Merlot and Carmenère.",DON,75,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Helena 2008 DON Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-helena-2008-don-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Santa Helena ,Red,Italy,"Rich with meaty tones of smoked bacon and leather backed by forest floor and bright cherry, this Brunello Riserva shows textbook Sangiovese Grosso qualities. On the palate, it delivers firm, textured tannins and bright acidity.",Riserva,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Oliveto 2005 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-oliveto-2005-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Tenuta Oliveto 14.5,Red,US,"For those looking for a leaner, earthier but still-stylish Cabernet, this is the ticket. It's very dry, with soft Alexander Valley tannins and flavors of blackberries, cherries and herbs. This elegant young wine could easily develop fascinating bottle complexities over the next 8–10 years.",Estate,38,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuhlmuller-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 14.5,White,US,"Here's a rich, easy-to-like Sauvignon Blanc. Shows keen acidity and complex flavors of citrus fruits, lemongrass, minerals and honey. Feels vigorous and clean all the way through to the long, spicy finish.",,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,John Anthony 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/john-anthony-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,John Anthony 14.5,White,US,"A deliciously savory wine, brisk in lip-smacking acidity, with the strong, pure flavors of limes, Meyer lemons and kiwi fruits that mark this cool climate region of San Luis Obispo County. Pretty much as good as Edna Valley Chardonnay gets. Drink now.",Oliver's Vineyard,32,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Talley 2008 Oliver's Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2008-olivers-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Talley ,Red,US,"Smooth and seductive, scented with sandalwood, tasting of butterfat, toast and chocolate, layered around generous fruit. Cherry, currant and plum lead into polished tannins and lots of chocolaty oak.",Serendipity,40,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Red Sky 2007 Serendipity Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-sky-2007-serendipity-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Red Sky 13.5,Red,Italy,"Thick and penetrating with dense aromas of cola, black fruit, forest floor and spice, Tiezzi brings us a confident and classy expression from Montalcino. There's a playful note of sweet succulence on the close.",,40,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tiezzi 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiezzi-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Tiezzi 14,Red,Italy,"This pretty Brunello peels back layer after layer to reveal tones of dried cherry, toasted almond, sweet berry, white pepper and cola. It delivers a bright, tart taste in the mouth with a blast of white cherry fruit at the end.",,90,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta di Sesta 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sesta-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Tenuta di Sesta 14.5,Red,Italy,"The evident oak element in this hearty Brunello needs time to integrate because the spice, toasted nut, clove and crushed peppercorn aromas are still strong. But the mouthfeel is soft, plush and shows great potential.",Franci,65,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tassi 2006 Franci (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tassi-2006-franci-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Tassi 14.5,Red,Italy,"With 20% Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon added to the blend, Ser Gioveto shows impressive density and staying power as well as ripe, chewy fruit aromas. It boasts a big, masculine style that would stand up to roast beef or meatloaf.",Ser Gioveto,52,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Rocca delle Macìe 2007 Ser Gioveto Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-2007-ser-gioveto-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2007,Rocca delle Macìe 14.5,Red,Italy,"This elegant Brunello shows loads of Montalcino typicity thanks to its aromas of cherry, forest floor, moist earth, dried violets and white almond. It delivers a tight, streamlined feel that is driven forward by the wine's polished tannins and bright acidity.",,50,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Palazzo 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palazzo-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Palazzo 13.5,Red,Italy,"Padelletti's Brunello needs a bit more time in the cellar to find harmony. The milk chocolate and creamy almond notes present now will soften to become more polished and elegant. Same goes for the tight, young tannins the characterize the close. Drink after 2015.",,60,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Padelletti 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/padelletti-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Padelletti ,Red,US,"A six-grape Rhône blend, this does not lose focus or intensity. It strikes the palate head-on with flavors of dried leaf, prune, cooked cherry, cinnamon and mocha. But despite the raisin/prune flavors, it does not seem overripe or in any way over the hill. Rather, these superripe flavors have somehow been tamed, the alcohol is just over 14%, and the wine leaves a sinuous, sensuous trail of flavor as it moves through the palate.",Rouge des Coteaux,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Olsen Estates 2008 Rouge des Coteaux Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olsen-estates-2008-rouge-coteaux-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Olsen Estates 13.6,Red,US,"Drew used to release this bottling some 16 or 17 months after the vintage. This wine has been rushed to market at barely more than a year of age. As a result, this young wine shows the ripe flavors and structural integrity of earlier vintages, such as the wonderful 2007, but it's rude in jam and acids. If you buy it, do what the winery should have: store it for at least an additional year, and better yet, three.",Fog-Eater,40,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Drew 2009 Fog-Eater Pinot Noir (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drew-2009-fog-eater-pinot-noir-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Drew 11.5,White,US,"Smoke, honey and delicate white flowers meld luxuriously on this not-quite-dry beauty. Sweet white grapefruit juice flavors are intensely concentrated on the palate, highlighted by a shower of lime zest and a stony minerality on the finish.",Dry,18,90,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hermann J. Wiemer 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-j-wiemer-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Hermann J. Wiemer 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Named after the white storks that live in the Alentejo region of Portugal, Reserva Ciconia is an elegant if also powerful wine, showing great minerality and a firm, chewy texture. Black cherry and berry fruits support dusty tannins.",Ciconia The Reserva,13,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade de São Miguel 2008 Ciconia The Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-sao-miguel-2008-ciconia-the-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2008,Herdade de São Miguel 14.5,Red,Chile,"A deep, dark Syrah with cola, spice, pepper, cedar and olive notes to go with more familiar blackberry and mocha. The palate is deep and pure, with juicy acidity pushing herbal berry and layered spice flavors. Has good flow and feel, and overall it strikes the right chords.",Single Vineyard,21,90,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2008 Single Vineyard Syrah (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2008-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-aconcagua-valley/,Syrah,2008,Errazuriz 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Always dark in color and flavor profile, Craggy Range stays true to those traits with an excellent 2008 from its own Te Muna Road Vineyard. Hints of cocoa, dried herb and leather accent vibrant black cherry and plum flavors, while the tannins are silky and refined. Drink now–2015.",Te Muna Road Vineyard,39,90,Martinborough,,,Craggy Range 2008 Te Muna Road Vineyard Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2008-te-muna-road-vineyard-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Craggy Range ,Red,France,"Firm and densely tannic, with a solid structure, this is a weighty wine, with its dark berry fruits giving extra power. The acidity does lighten it but the final effect is of a concentrated, jammy wine.",,,90,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château La Grave à Pomerol 2008 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grave-a-pomerol-2008-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château La Grave à Pomerol ,Red,France,"Lots of new wood here, very spicy, toasty on the nose and palate. There is a dense, firm tannic character as well and the finish offers fresh flavors, typical of 2008. For medium-term aging over 5–7 years.",,,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Kirwan 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-kirwan-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Kirwan ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Soft, spicy wine, almost tangy in character, with black currant and red cherry fruit flavors and an attractive edge of spice. The acidity gives a lift to the sweetness.",Senhora da Ribeira Vintage,,90,Port,,,Dow's 2008 Senhora da Ribeira Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-2008-senhora-ribeira-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Dow's ,Red,France,"A rounded wine, surprisingly soft for a Pauillac. The tannins are ripe, with chocolate and sweet black currant fruit flavors along with spice and some toast.",,,90,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pibran 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pibran-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Pibran 14.8,Red,US,"This is a big, dramatically tannic Petite Sirah. It shows the variety's full-bodied, mouth-filling power, as well as blackberry, coffee, beef jerky and sandalwood flavors that finish rich and long. Should live for many years, gradually softening and sweetening.",Todd Brothers Ranch,35,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Dashe Cellars 2008 Todd Brothers Ranch Petite Sirah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2008-todd-brothers-ranch-petite-sirah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,Dashe Cellars 14,Red,Italy,"Packaged in a beautiful bottle with string and seal, Il Puro Casanova is 100% Sangiovese with intense aromas of berry fruit, moist earth, leather and tobacco. You'll enjoy the natural brightness and fullness it offers on the close.",Il Puro Casanova,,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Volpaia 2006 Il Puro Casanova (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-2006-il-puro-casanova-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Volpaia ,Red,US,"Boushey vineyard grapes deliver a well-integrated flavor set that runs the gamut from currant and fig and plum to earth, black tea, coffee, toast and tobacco. The wine was aged for 28 months in “mostly” neutral oak, but there is some influence from the barrels also.",,30,91,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Red Sky 2006 Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-sky-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2006,Red Sky 14.5,Red,Chile,"Excellent Syrah for the price. The dry, balsam wood nose includes earthy berry fruit aromas, olive and herbs. It's herbal but ripe in the mouth, with a lively feel and driving flavors of cherry, blackberry, olive and dry herbs. Fold in some cedar, bitter chocolate, heat and tobacco and you have the total package. Drink now through 2012.",1865 Single Vineyard,19,91,Cachapoal Valley,,,San Pedro 2008 1865 Single Vineyard Syrah (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2008-1865-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cachapoal-valley/,Syrah,2008,San Pedro 14,Red,Italy,"This bright Brunello is accented by a few sharp points of acidity that will soften with more years of bottle aging. On the nose, the wine shows layers of wild berry, bramble, white mushroom, moist earth and pressed violets.",,45,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,San Filippo 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-filippo-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,San Filippo 14.5,Red,Italy,"With a slight hint of orange coloring at the rim, this beautiful Brunello delivers impressive concentration and aromatic intensity. There are evident oak tones of vanilla and spice that already showing signs of smooth integration. It offers sophisticated fruit and cherry flavors on the long fade.",,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Verbena 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verbena-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Verbena 13.5,Red,Italy,"Poggio Teo offers excellent quality of fruit with berry, cherry and cassis overtones. This is a bright, crisp wine that flows nicely over the palate with rich intensity and integrated acidity.",Poggio Teo,30,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Valiano 2006 Poggio Teo (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valiano-2006-poggio-teo-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Valiano 14.5,Red,Italy,"Still young and nervous, this wine needs a few more years of cellar aging. There's great potential here thanks to the wine's natural aromas of cassis, dried fruit, cherry and toasted nut. In the mouth, it is tart, crisp and long-lasting.",Val di Suga,55,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenimenti Angelini 2006 Val di Suga (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-angelini-2006-val-suga-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Tenimenti Angelini ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A beautiful, fruity wine that also has good structure to balance its black plum fruits. The acidity is important, although the wine as a whole is on the dry side, with spice and dominant final tannins.",Quinta de Vargellas Vintage,65,91,Port,,,Taylor Fladgate 2008 Quinta de Vargellas Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-2008-quinta-vargellas-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Taylor Fladgate 13.5,Red,Portugal,"This is both powerful and elegant, giving great ripe fruit, black berries and dark tannins. It is a solid wine, its fruit packed into a firm structure. It has a delicious juicy character that balances the acidity and tannins. Age for several years.",Passadouro,,91,Douro,,,Quinta do Passadouro 2008 Passadouro Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-passadouro-2008-passadouro-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Passadouro 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a bright, buoyant style of Brunello that drinks easily but also delivers the sophistication and complexity you should expect of Montalcino. It opens with crisp, tonic aromas of cassis and wild berry with very subtle aromas of vanilla and toasted nut at the back.",,55,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Pietroso 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietroso-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Pietroso 14,Red,Spain,"Rock solid and dense, with aromas of black cherry and cassis along with a whiff of aged cheese. The palate is tight, tannic and rubbery, with grabby black cherry and blackberry flavors along with toasty, dark shadings. Finishes firm, with a touch of black olive and herbs. The best MC to date; drink now through 2017.",MC,46,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2008 MC (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2008-mc-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Marqués de Cáceres ,Red,US,"The best yet from NxNW, this deep, earthy, loamy Cabernet is sourced from Pepper Bridge and Seven Hills—top Walla Walla vineyards. Tight raspberry and huckleberry fruit is coated with dusty chocolate, coffee grounds and a lick of tobacco. Tannins are still a little chalky and unintegrated, but a little breathing time smoothes them out.",,35,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),North by Northwest 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/north-by-northwest-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,North by Northwest 14,Red,Italy,"Ferrero Brunello Riserva opens with sweet, soft tones of milk chocolate and ripe berry with shades of leather and exotic spice on the fade. The wine's soft, plush mouthfeel will match succulent cuts of grilled steak.",Riserva,80,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ferrero 2005 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrero-2005-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2005,Ferrero 13.5,Red,Italy,"Nicely integrated aromas of black fruit, cured meat, pressed rose petal and cherry shape a full-bodied, luscious expression of Brunello. The wine is streamlined, crisp and elegant in the mouth.",,45,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fattoria La Lecciaia 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-lecciaia-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Fattoria La Lecciaia ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dominated by acidity and a smoky character, the wine has great balance, with flavors of caramel, red cherry and sweet fruits. It shows a generous character that is attractive for early drinking.",Quinta do Bomfim Vintage,60,91,Port,,,Dow's 2008 Quinta do Bomfim Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-2008-quinta-bomfim-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Dow's ,Red,France,"Smoky aromas emerge and the palate follows with black currant and an initial edge of bitterness. There's intense acidity on this balanced, medium-term aging wine.",Alter Ego de Château Palmer,,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Palmer 2008 Alter Ego de Château Palmer (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-palmer-2008-alter-ego-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Palmer ,Red,France,"Olivier gets better each year, with the 2008 showing concentrated ripe tannins in a rounded structure of delicious black plum fruit. The tannins suggests that the wine could age well.",,,91,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Olivier 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-olivier-2008-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Olivier ,Red,France,"A big, spicy wine, packed with new wood as well as ripe, soft fruit. It's smooth, polished and balanced. Fine tannins add to the structure.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Beychevelle 2008 Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beychevelle-2008-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Beychevelle ,Red,France,"A wine that is dominated by minerality, tannins and acidity. It contains some severe characteristics yet is leaner than some others in Saint-Emilion. Still, there is aging potential.",,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Beausejour-Duffau-Lagarrosse 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beausejour-duffau-lagarrosse-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Beausejour-Duffau-Lagarrosse 14,White,New Zealand,"A full-bodied, flamboyant version of this benchmark bottling, the 2007 verges on too much, with lush tropical fruit framed by smoky notes and finishing spicy and slightly warm. Unlikely to have the longevity of the 2008, it's a bold, extroverted Chard ideal for drinking over the next year or two.",Moutere,48,90,Nelson,,,Neudorf 2007 Moutere Chardonnay (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neudorf-2007-moutere-chardonnay-nelson/,Chardonnay,2007,Neudorf 13.5,Red,Italy,"Elegant but still holding back aromatically, this Brunello opens with notes of cassis and dried raspberry followed by subtle shading of spice and smoke. The mouthfeel is thin and tight but also very refreshing.",Molino della Suga,40,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Bonacchi 2006 Molino della Suga (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonacchi-2006-molino-della-suga-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Bonacchi 14.5,Red,US,"A good, strong, sturdy wine, filled with classic blackberry, black currant and cassis flavors. It's dry and rich, but the tannins are aggressive. They're edgy and tough and off-putting. It may be the kind of old-fashioned wine that comes around after 10 or 15 years.",The Philanthropist Yountville Estate Vineyard,52,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2007 The Philanthropist Yountville Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2007-philanthropist-yountville-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Markham 14,Red,Italy,"The name Porpora refers to this wine's ruby red color and rich texture. Its aromas recall mature fruit, black cherry and chewy blackberry. From the hot 2005 vintage, Porpora Riserva is definitely on the ripe, jammy side.",Porpora Riserva,20,88,Tuscany,Chianti,,Fattoria di Casalbosco 2005 Porpora Riserva (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-casalbosco-2005-porpora-riserva-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2005,Fattoria di Casalbosco 14.5,Red,US,"A very dark and brooding Cabernet that's still young and tight but very intriguing. Nice structure and balance that leans towards an austere style with its soft tannins, hint of herbs and muted fruit tones of black cherry and ripe raspberry. Great acidity, too. A tiny 2% of Petit Verdot is mixed in.",,17,88,California,Lake County,Lake County,Guenoc 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Guenoc 14,Red,Italy,"Lastricato Riserva is a compact and traditional wine with fine texture, a tight feel and bright aromas of forest berry, white cherry and almond skin. Those elegant, subtle qualities make this a good selection for chicken or white meat.",Lastricato Riserva,30,88,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Castello del Trebbio 2006 Lastricato Riserva (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-trebbio-2006-lastricato-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2006,Castello del Trebbio 14,Red,Italy,"La Querce (the oak tree) is Sangiovese with 15% Merlot that shows bright aromas of cherry and wild berry backed by light tones of smoke and spice. The wine imparts a soft, velvety feel on the close.",La Querce,,88,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Poggio Mandorlo 2008 La Querce (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-mandorlo-2008-querce-sangiovese-montecucco/,Sangiovese,2008,Poggio Mandorlo ,Red,France,"Spicy, with earthy tannins and a stalky character, showing tight black cherry, berry and stone fruit flavors. The firm tannins are in the classic Saint-Estèphe mold.",Tronquoy de Sainte-Anne,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Tronquoy-Lalande 2008 Tronquoy de Sainte-Anne (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tronquoy-lalande-2008-sainte-anne-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Tronquoy-Lalande 12,White,US,"Savory on the nose with modest apple and pear aromas accented by a curious smoked ham note, this smoky off-dry Riesling with a touch of honeycrisp apple sweetness has a briney, umami-laden complexity that would make it an interesting companion to prosciutto wrapped around morsels of melons and fig.",Dry,18,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bellangelo 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellangelo-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Bellangelo 13.2,Red,US,"Coffee, char and ripe red fruit perfume this alluring full-bodied Cab Franc. On the palate, intense plum and cherry flavors garner complexity from layers of smoke, granite and a toasty, bacon-inflected finish.",Grand Vin,40,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Waters Crest 2007 Grand Vin Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waters-crest-2007-grand-vin-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Waters Crest 14.4,White,US,"Shows classic Edna Valley character in the vibrant acidity, dryness and steely minerals that back up the Meyer lemon, lime and pineapple flavors. It's a finely elegant Chardonnay for drinking now.",Firepeak Vineyard,25,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Ortman Family 2008 Firepeak Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ortman-family-2008-firepeak-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Ortman Family 12.4,Red,US,"A charming blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot concentrated with ripe black fruit and rustic notes of bramble, mint and dried herbs. Tart, sour cherry acidity and soft but sturdy tannins make this medium-bodied wine an elegant choice to accompany hearty duck or game dishes.",Vintner's Selection White Horse Red,24,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bloomer Creek 2007 Vintner's Selection White Horse Red Red (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloomer-creek-2007-vintners-selection-white-horse-red-finger-lakes/,Red Blend,2007,Bloomer Creek 13,White,Israel,"Here's a fresh and lively unoaked Chard that's perfect for lighter fare like tabouleh salad or grilled chicken. Green apple and citrus mingle with a hint of lemon custard on the nose, while the medium-weight mouth offers more green plum and white nectarine flavors. Flavorful and refreshing; drink now.",Reserve Unoaked Kosher,20,87,Judean Hills,,,Binyamina 2009 Reserve Unoaked Kosher Chardonnay (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binyamina-2009-reserve-unoaked-kosher-chardonnay-judean-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,Binyamina 14,Red,Italy,"Perfect for a pairing with lasagna or meat cannelloni with bechamel sauce, this bright Chianti Classico has the natural acidity to cut though fatty food ingredients. The wine's aromas recall white cherry and raspberry.",,,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Tenuta di Vignole 2007 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-vignole-2007-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Tenuta di Vignole 13.5,Red,Spain,"A snappy, high-acid wine that pulses with red fruit aromas and flavors. It's sheering, which is normal for the Graciano variety, but it also tastes nice while delivering a bolt of raspberry and red plum flavor. Oak comes up late, providing a counterweight of vanilla and dry spice. Nice but like all varietal Gracianos, it's sharp and limited.",,45,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Valserrano 2004 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valserrano-2004-spanish-red-graciano-rioja/,Graciano,2004,Valserrano ,Red,US,"Lola is a 50-50 Cabernet Sauvignon/Syrah blend, smooth and supple, with a mix of purple berries, black cherry, cassis and smoke. The tannins finish a little green, and the Cab/Syrah combo seems to nullify the clear, varietal expression of either grape, but overall this is a well-crafted wine that could stand nicely alongside a hanger steak.",Lola Red,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Two Vintners 2007 Lola Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-vintners-2007-lola-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Two Vintners 13.5,Red,Italy,"Le Focaie is a great value wine with easy but one-dimensional fruit characteristics of cherry, blackberry and cinnamon spice. The wine's natural thickness and consistency recalls the sunniest vineyards of southern Tuscany.",Le Focaie,15,87,Tuscany,Maremma,,Rocca di Montemassi 2007 Le Focaie (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-montemassi-2007-le-focaie-sangiovese-maremma/,Sangiovese,2007,Rocca di Montemassi 13,Red,Italy,A classic Sangiovese. What sets Riserva Ducale apart is the elegant and delicate nature of its wild berry and light spice aromas. The wine is in no way overwhelming or heavy and in fact makes a perfect companion to our favorite Italian foods.,Riserva Ducale,25,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Ruffino 2006 Riserva Ducale (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2006-riserva-ducale-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Ruffino 12,White,Spain,"Minerally, dry and clean white wine made from 60% Xarello and 40% Chardonnay. The nose is peachy, while the palate is spritzy and bouncy, with short, slightly creamy apple, melon and papaya flavors that are true to Xarello. Finishes smooth but a little flat.",Petit Albet,13,87,Catalonia,Penedès,,Albet I Noya 2009 Petit Albet White (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albet-i-noya-2009-petit-white-penedes/,White Blend,2009,Albet I Noya 13,Red,France,"Although initially austere, the wine opens up to give firm, dry tannins and black berry juice fruits, balanced with tobacco. It is restrained at this stage, the fruit not quite bursting into life. Wait for 2–3 years.",,19,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Patache d'Aux 2008 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-patache-daux-2008-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Patache d'Aux ,Red,France,"A light wine that pushes its acidity rather than its fruit, which is dominated by black currant character.",,,87,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château La Conseillante 2008 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-conseillante-2008-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château La Conseillante ,Red,France,"Soft and attractive wine, just smoothed with wood, giving fresh currants and plum skin tannins over a layer that is tighter, firmer.",,,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Haut-Simard 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-simard-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Haut-Simard 13.5,Red,Chile,"Rubber and herb aromas with dark plum and berry scents makes a good bouquet. The palate is healthy, round and chunky, with soft, smooth black fruit, fig and herb flavors. Nothing special but perfectly good; defines value CS from Chile.",Reserva,14,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Caliterra ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Smooth, soft wine, with caramel aromas, charming and accessible. There is a rich texture and fruit along with the typical acidity of 2008.",Dalva Vintage,,87,Port,,,C. da Silva 2008 Dalva Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/c-silva-2008-dalva-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,C. da Silva 14.5,Red,US,"Teeters on the verge of complexity, with dry, spicy flavors of raspberries and cherries. Good Carneros acidity makes for a brisk mouthfeel. Should develop for a year or three in the bottle.",Truchard Vineyard,27,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,X 2009 Truchard Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2009-truchard-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,X 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Chianti Montalbano (from the area of Florence, Prato and Pistoia) opens with bright cherry intensity and a fresh, tonic mouthfeel. The whimsical cow and cloud drawing on the label helps the wine stand out on the wine store shelf.",Imbricci,,87,Tuscany,Chianti,,Giuliano Tiberi 2008 Imbricci (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuliano-tiberi-2008-imbricci-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2008,Giuliano Tiberi 11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Yeasty, sweet and easy on the nose, with apple, vanilla and pear aromas. The palate has a nice feel and flavors of citrus, spiced meats and baked apple. For basic cava this is focused and forward, with lively acidity and good overall balance.",Brut Reserva,12,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Gran Pasión NV Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gran-pasion-nv-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Gran Pasión 12.5,Red,Italy,"This ruby-colored Chianti is made with 80% Sangiovese and 20% Canaiolo/Cabernet Sauvignon to produce a crisp, fresh wine with a solid backbone of fruit and black cherry. The lingering finish offers spice and tobacco.",,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti,,Fattoria di Petrognano 2007 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-petrognano-2007-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2007,Fattoria di Petrognano 14,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Chianti Rufina is just about over its peak. Drink it fast while those dried aromas of rose petal, prune and dark plum remain. The wine feels dusty and compact in the mouth and what keeps it alive is the freshness of its natural acidity.",Poggio Gualtieri Riserva,43,87,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Fattoria di Grignano 2003 Poggio Gualtieri Riserva (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-grignano-2003-poggio-gualtieri-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2003,Fattoria di Grignano 14,White,New Zealand,"A plump, nicely concentrated Sauvignon Blanc, the 2009 Mount Beautiful doesn't have the most intense aromatics, but is holding on to its weighty melon and fig flavors and lingering citrus finish. Drink up.",,20,87,Canterbury,,,Mt. Beautiful 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-beautiful-2009-sauvignon-blanc-canterbury/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Mt. Beautiful 13.5,Red,Italy,"If you love Morellino di Scansano (and who doesn't adore this easy, well-priced category of Italian red?), Morisfarms delivers some of the best. This is a bright, youthful and fruit-driven wine that would pair with spaghetti and thick ground beef and tomato ragù.",,18,87,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Morisfarms 2009 Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morisfarms-2009-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2009,Morisfarms 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a smoky, dense expression of Sangiovese (with 5% Cabernet Sauvignon) that opens with decisive notes of mature cherry, mineral, charcoal and campfire. There are smooth tannins here and a touch of bitter freshness on the close.",Alcineo,35,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Palazzo 2004 Alcineo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palazzo-2004-alcineo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2004,Palazzo 14.5,Red,US,"A bit heavy handed, with lots of tannins and acidity, and the jammy cherry-berry fruit is in your face. It's made in a big, bold style that will appeal to fruit-forward fans.",Turner Vineyard,40,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Ortman Family 2008 Turner Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ortman-family-2008-turner-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ortman Family 14,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese is enhanced by small percentages of Malvasia Nera and Colorino to deliver a plush, plump and satisfying Morellino from southern Tuscany. There's a nice feeling of informality here that makes this wine perfect for easy meals with family and friends.",,,87,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Poggio Nardone 2008 Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-nardone-2008-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2008,Poggio Nardone 13,White,Spain,"Clean, simple and very much in the style that has made Las Brisas a go-to value white. Verdejo, Viura and Sauvignon Blanc are married and happy; the nose delivers peach and green apple, while the palate hits with grapefruit, apple, lime and mineral flavors. Clean, crisp, easygoing.",Las Brisas,11,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Naia 2009 Las Brisas White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naia-2009-las-brisas-white-rueda/,White Blend,2009,Naia 13,Red,Israel,"Year after year, the Yasmin line from Recanati proves itself to be a fantastic value, and the 2009s are no exception. This 60% Merlot-40% Cabernet Sauvignon blend is fruit-driven but appropriately spiced with a lovely mocha-infused finish. The silky texture offers approachable, dusty tannins integrated throughout the medium-weight mouth.",Yasmin Kosher Red,11,87,Galilee,,,Recanati 2009 Yasmin Kosher Red Red (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2009-yasmin-kosher-red-galilee/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Recanati 14.9,Red,US,"Shows the rustic side of Petite Sirah, with big tannins, crunchy acidity and juicy berry, pomegranate, currant, grilled steak and black pepper flavors. Tastes raw and immature now, and should be cellared for 3–4 years.",Hillside Estate,36,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Collier Falls 2006 Hillside Estate Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2006-hillside-estate-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2006,Collier Falls 14.5,Red,US,"Firm tannins mark this dry Zinfandel, suggesting pairing with very rich fare to punch through the astringency. The flavors are strong and ripe, suggesting dark chocolate, blackberry jam, cassis and sweet, smoky sandalwood. It's an elaborate, spicy wine for drinking now.",Gary's Improv,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clif Family 2008 Gary's Improv Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clif-family-2008-garys-improv-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Clif Family 15.8,Red,US,"Lots of delicious, lip-smacking flavors in this high alcohol Zinfandel. It's technically dry, but so sweet in grilled berry, glycerine and caramelized oak, it could double as a dessert wine to drink with a chocolate coconut pie.",Timber Crest Vineyards Winemaker's Reserve,32,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Kokomo 2008 Timber Crest Vineyards Winemaker's Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2008-timber-crest-winemakers-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Kokomo ,Red,US,"Very fruity and ripe, with jammy cherry, blackberry and raspberry flavors and a tease of chocolate-covered mint candy. Feels a bit abrupt and direct, so give it a decant and drink soon.",GOTT 8,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joel Gott 2008 GOTT 8 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joel-gott-2008-8-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Joel Gott ,White,US,"A fine value in a single-vineyard Chardonnay, this marries crisp apple and citrus fruit to big, toasty, coconut and vanilla flavors from some sort of oak treatment. A lot of power and flavor for the price.",Conner Lee Vineyard,12,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Latah Creek 2008 Conner Lee Vineyard Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latah-creek-2008-conner-lee-vineyard-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Latah Creek 14,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese is enhanced by small percentages of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon to produce a nicely concentrated and intense Chianti Classico Riserva. Sour fruit and cherry aromas are backed by a soft, smooth mouthfeel.",Squarcialupi Riserva,35,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,La Castellina 2006 Squarcialupi Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellina-2006-squarcialupi-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,La Castellina 13.5,Red,Italy,"This well-priced Riserva vineyard-designate Chianti Rufina opens with tertiary aromas of dark stone and spice followed by ripe fruit, prune and plum. Crisp acidity keeps the palate refreshed.",Vigna Macereto Riserva,15,87,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Scopetani 2006 Vigna Macereto Riserva (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scopetani-2006-vigna-macereto-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2006,Scopetani 14,Red,Italy,"This classy expression of Chianti Classico opens with delicate aromatic layers of red berry, blue flower, moist earth and a tiny touch of chopped herb. It's an understated wine that would pair with poultry or white meat.",Tenuta Santedame,19,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Ruffino 2007 Tenuta Santedame (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2007-tenuta-santedame-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Ruffino ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Soft, ripe, sweet, this is a wine for early drinking with an attractive jammy and juicy character. It feels full, round.",Vintage,,87,Port,,,Quinta do Estanho 2008 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-estanho-2008-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Quinta do Estanho 14,Red,Israel,"This is a big but balanced and juicy Cab that's loaded with dark fruit aromas and flavors: black plum, cherr, and cassis mingle with spicy accents of vanilla, black currant leaf and crushed violet petals. Firm tannins and a tight structure fill the medium-weight mouth, with a soft dryness lingering through the finish.",Dishon Single Vineyard Kosher,36,87,Galil,,,Segal's 2007 Dishon Single Vineyard Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Galil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segals-2007-dishon-single-vineyard-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-galil/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Segal's 14.5,Red,US,"A good, dry Pinot that's a little common and gritty, but finely constructed. It has firm acids and tannins and flavors of sour cherry candy, tobacco and cedar. Drink now.",4B,17,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sean Minor 2009 4B Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-minor-2009-4b-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Sean Minor 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aged in big oak casks (instead of smaller wood barrique) to ensure more fruity freshness, this Sangiovese and 10% Merlot offers soft tones of cherry and raspberry followed by fresh crispness.",,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Podere il Pozzo 2008 Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-il-pozzo-2008-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2008,Podere il Pozzo 14,Red,Italy,"Reciso (a Sangiovese-based wine from Tuscany) opens with nutty aromas of toasted almond or hazelnut followed by warmer tones of red fruit and mocha. The wine is textured and grainy, and fresh acidity caps the experience.",Reciso,42,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Pietro Beconcini 2005 Reciso Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-beconcini-2005-reciso-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2005,Pietro Beconcini 14.1,Red,US,"Lots of acidity in this dry, light-bodied Pinot Noir. It's a good wine to drink now, with pretty flavors of cola, raspberries, honey-baked ham and pepper.",Salisbury Vineyard,36,87,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Ortman Family 2008 Salisbury Vineyard Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ortman-family-2008-salisbury-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ortman Family 12.5,Red,Italy,"This is a bargain Sangiovese that opens with simple, bright berry aromas shaped by easy oak renderings of vanilla and almond. The wine's texture is smooth, polished and consistent.",,11,87,Tuscany,Chianti,,Toscolo 2009 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toscolo-2009-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2009,Toscolo 11.5,White,Spain,"Aromas of cucumber, mineral and melony white fruits are inviting, while the palate is forward and issues bright, solid flavors of green banana, kiwi and papaya. Well made and friendly for a simple, affordable white Spanish blend.",Sangre de Toro Viña Sol,11,87,Catalonia,Catalunya,,Torres 2009 Sangre de Toro Viña Sol White (Catalunya),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2009-sangre-toro-vina-sol-white-catalunya/,White Blend,2009,Torres 13,Red,Italy,"A bright, clean wine, this Chianti Classico delivers mouth-freshening acidity as well as elegant fruit and floral tones. The mouthfeel is compact, tight and streamlined.",,,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,La Porta di Vertine 2006 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-vertine-2006-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,La Porta di Vertine 13.5,Red,Italy,"Easy, fresh and balanced with no inherent complications or overdone fussiness, Birba (95% Sangiovese) would pair with meat loaf or grilled sausage and white beans.",Birba,27,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,La Gerla 2006 Birba Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerla-2006-birba-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2006,La Gerla 13.7,Red,US,"For the price, this is a pretty good deal. The wine is dry and rich in tannins, with blackberry, currant, tobacco, herb and cedar flavors.",Ridge Ranch,14,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Pedroncelli 2007 Ridge Ranch Syrah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2007-ridge-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Syrah,2007,Pedroncelli 14.5,Red,US,"Tons of fruit in this Cabernet, with oodles of blackberries and cherries, and the label is pretty. Missing a certain subtle complexity, but enough elegance remains to impress.",La Bohéme Artist Series,60,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2006 La Bohéme Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2006-boheme-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Kenwood 14.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet and Merlot blend is super fruity in blackberries and cherries. Sweet oak adds caramelized vanilla notes. The tannins are near perfect. Seems a bit one-dimensional now, but it's a very delicious dimension.",Justification,45,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2008 Justification Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2008-justification-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Justin 13.5,Red,US,"Good price for a Merlot this tasty. It's softly tannic and juicy, rich and fat in black cherry pie, bacon and toast flavors. A versatile full-bodied red wine for drinking now.",Los Osos,15,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2008 Los Osos Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2008-los-osos-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2008,J. Lohr 12,White,US,"Heady florals, honey and smoke mix languorously on the nose of this deeply concentrated, multifaceted dry Riesling from Fox Run. The palate is sultry with smoke and orange rinds, a dark minerality and lime acidity.",Dry,16,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Fox Run 14,Rose,Spain,"This pink rosado is 80% based on Garnacha, and it's attractive, light on its feet and aromatic. In the mouth, it's wide and creamy but healthy, with a chunky feel and enough acidity to propel flavors of strawberry and spice. Smooth and on the full side, but well made and ready to drink.",Rosado,10,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ilurce 2009 Rosado Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ilurce-2009-rosado-rose-rioja/,Rosé,2009,Ilurce 14,Red,Italy,"This Chianti Rufina opens with berry aromas and distant shadings of exotic spice. Although the nose is a bit closed and lacking in intensity, the wine picks up speed in the mouth thanks to the brightness of the acidity.",,19,87,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Fattoria di Grignano 2008 Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-grignano-2008-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2008,Fattoria di Grignano 14,Red,Italy,"A small portion of Cabernet Sauvignon is added to this Sangiovese-based wine for extra density and thickness of texture. The wine's aromas recall blackberry, mature cherry, tobacco leaf and black pepper.",Vigna il Corto,,87,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Fattoria di Basciano 2008 Vigna il Corto Sangiovese (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-basciano-2008-vigna-il-corto-sangiovese-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Sangiovese,2008,Fattoria di Basciano 15,Red,Israel,"Black berry, fig, cocoa and sweet cigar spice start you off on the nose of this wine. The soft and silky mouth offers more of the same, with a lingering sweet spice and creamy vanilla flavor that stays through the finish. Drink now.",Kosher,18,87,Galilee,,,Galil Mountain 2007 Kosher Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galil-mountain-2007-kosher-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Galil Mountain 14.8,Red,US,"This is a rich, full-bodied and fruity red wine. It's dry, but so filled with fresh berry and cherry flavors, it tastes sweet. Firm tannins provide needed balance. Drink now with a nice grilled steak.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Frostwatch 2007 Merlot (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frostwatch-2007-merlot-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Merlot,2007,Frostwatch ,White,US,"Lots of tart, almost sour acidity in this Sauvignon Blanc. Gets the tastebuds whistling with savory flavors of lemons, limes and gooseberries, and is bone dry through the finish. Nice appetizer wine.",Le Petit Coquerel,23,87,California,Napa,Yountville,Coquerel Family Wine Estates 2009 Le Petit Coquerel Sauvignon Blanc (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquerel-family-wine-estates-2009-le-petit-sauvignon-blanc-napa-yountville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Coquerel Family Wine Estates 13,Red,France,"Finely dense wine, its tannins floating in the ripe black currant and plum fruits, leavened by roasted coffee. It is well structured, with plenty of acidity and juiciness as a contrast, leaving a mouthwatering aftertaste.",,15,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Leboscq 2008 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leboscq-2008-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Leboscq ,White,France,"Herbal, green wine. It has a nervy character, very tight, the fruit hanging on a wire. It's the weight that is missing.",,,87,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Bouscaut 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouscaut-2008-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Bouscaut 13,Red,France,"Pierced with acidity, this has intense black currant fruits and some smoky bacon flavors from the wood aging. It is firm, dry, concentrated, although not yet fully expressive.",,17,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Lacombe Noaillac 2008 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lacombe-noaillac-2008-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lacombe Noaillac ,Red,US,"OK, get this: a solid Pinot Noir from an emerging wine region with pretty and clean strawberry fruit… for $12. There is nothing to criticize here—it was even aged for nine months in all-new French oak barrels. The berry flavors have a creamy wrap, a suggestion of vanilla, a lick of cinnamon. All good.",,12,87,Washington,Washington Other,Columbia Gorge (WA),Blacksmith 2009 Pinot Noir (Columbia Gorge (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blacksmith-2009-pinot-noir-other-columbia-gorge-wa/,Pinot Noir,2009,Blacksmith 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a pretty wine offered at a very attractive low price. This Chianti from the hills outside Florence opens with plush, ripe notes of black cherry, spice and a touch of moist tobacco. More notes of smoke and spice appear on the close.",Il Cortile,14,87,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Fiorentini,,Castello di Poppiano 2007 Il Cortile (Chianti Colli Fiorentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poppiano-2007-il-cortile-sangiovese-chianti-colli-fiorentini/,Sangiovese,2007,Castello di Poppiano 13.5,Red,Italy,"Taking a slight departure from past vintages, this 2006 Brunello from Villa Poggio Salvi offers a thinner, more compact and fresh style with slight hues of amber and brown in its color. Old spice, dried fruit and root beer aromas are matched by tight, thorny crispness.",,50,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Villa Poggio Salvi 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-poggio-salvi-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Villa Poggio Salvi 15,Red,Italy,"Here's a linear and bright Brunello that opens with simple aromas of wild berry, forest floor, wild mushroom, toasted nut and cola. There's a touch of sour cherry and astringency that will soften with time.",,,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ventolaio di Fanti Luigi 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventolaio-fanti-luigi-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Ventolaio di Fanti Luigi 14,Red,Italy,"This youthful Brunello offers aromas of forest berry, root beer and cedar backed by fresh acidity and firm tannins. The consistency is thinner, but the wine would pair with stewed veal or meatloaf.",,48,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Terre Nere 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-nere-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Terre Nere 14,Red,Italy,"Steady and balanced with a consistent lineup of fruit, spice and tobacco-like aromas, this fresh Chianti Classico makes a very friendly dinner companion. There's a touch of acidity and bitter almond that would match foods based on butter or cream.",Tenuta Sant'Alfonso,26,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca delle Macìe 2008 Tenuta Sant'Alfonso (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-2008-tenuta-santalfonso-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Rocca delle Macìe 13.5,Red,Italy,"This ruby-colored Riserva Sangiovese offers plush, thick density with loads of red cherry and background tones of toast, vanilla, pipe tobacco and moist earth. It's a well-made, modern wine that ends on a soft, velvety high note.",Riserva,,88,Tuscany,Chianti,,Renzo Masi 2007 Riserva (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renzo-masi-2007-riserva-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2007,Renzo Masi ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Perfumed, fresh, attractive wine. It feels light in character, the texture open, showing jelly fruit character as well as ripe fruit. There is a perfumed rosehip aftertaste.",Vintage,60,88,Port,,,Quinta do Portal 2008 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2008-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Quinta do Portal ,White,US,"From a Snipes Mountain vineyard, this dense and rich take on Viognier has sharp edges around spicy lemon and pineapple fruit. The phenolic “bite” (from skin contact?) powers the finish, slightly bitter but defining and expressive.",Upland Vineyard,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Northwest Cellars 2009 Upland Vineyard Pinot Gris (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northwest-cellars-2009-upland-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Gris,2009,Northwest Cellars 13.7,Red,US,"Seems rushed to market too quickly at barely more than a year of age. There may be something good inside yearning to come out, but now, it's all impatient berry jam, fresh acidity and oak, almost like a barrel sample. Should develop into a more nuanced Pinot by 2012.",McDougall Ranch Vineyard,47,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Drew 2009 McDougall Ranch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drew-2009-mcdougall-ranch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Drew 14.5,White,Israel,"This rich and full Chard offers lovely toasty aromas of baked red apple, soft almond milk and a touch of beeswax. Similar flavors unfold in the mouth but are supported by a sweet orange citrus core. The finish is long and driven by nutty sweet spice. Drink now.",Yarden Katzrin Kosher,26,88,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2006 Yarden Katzrin Kosher Chardonnay (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2006-yarden-katzrin-kosher-chardonnay-galilee/,Chardonnay,2006,Golan Heights Winery 13,White,Israel,"This wine is immediately attractive with aromas of wood-grilled apple, ripe pear and buttered nuts. The palate is full and lush with a creamy texture and a long, sweet, smoke-driven finish. Drink now through 2012.",C Blanc du Castel Kosher,50,88,Judean Hills,,,Domaine du Castel 2007 C Blanc du Castel Kosher Chardonnay (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-castel-2007-c-blanc-kosher-chardonnay-judean-hills/,Chardonnay,2007,Domaine du Castel ,Red,France,"This is in the firm, rustic style, the tannins solid and chunky. Smoky fruits meld with the dark tannins, though the fresh, edgy texture is missing weight.",,,88,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Rauzan-Gassies 2008 Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-gassies-2008-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Rauzan-Gassies ,Red,France,"A light, fresh wine, soft and ripe. The tannins show lightly, just hinting at structure. On the whole, the wine is soft, very accessible.",La Chapelle de Potensac,,88,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Potensac 2008 La Chapelle de Potensac (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potensac-2008-chapelle-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Potensac ,Red,France,"Stalky, lean wine, with fresh black currant flavors and tight tannins, without great depth.",,,88,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Bouscaut 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bouscaut-2008-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Bouscaut ,Red,France,"A juicy wine, showing attractive fruit and black currant acidity that gives the wine a lift. Maybe not hugely concentrated, but a good bargain from Pauillac.",,,88,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lynch-Moussas 2008 Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-moussas-2008-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lynch-Moussas ,Red,France,"A soft wine, with attractive berry fruits, smoky acidity and sweet juicy flavors. The tannins are well integrated with acidity pushing through. The finish is delicious, soft and ripe.",,,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Lafleur-Gazin 2008 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafleur-gazin-2008-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lafleur-Gazin 14.5,Red,Italy,Prugnolo Gentile (another name for Sangiovese) is blended with small percentages of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon to produce a firmly intense wine with black fruit aromas and spicy cardamom. There's a gritty quality to the tannins and overall texture.,,19,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Canneto 2006 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canneto-2006-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2006,Canneto 14.5,Red,Italy,"From the beautifully rolling hills outside of Florence, this Riserva Chianti opens with characteristic aromas of small berry, toasted almond, cola, licorice and fragrant earthy tones. In the mouth, the wine is finely textured and crisp.",Riserva,,88,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Fiorentini,,Castello di Poppiano 2007 Riserva (Chianti Colli Fiorentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poppiano-2007-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-colli-fiorentini/,Sangiovese,2007,Castello di Poppiano 13.5,Red,Italy,"I Bastioni is an impressive Chianti Classico with soft, round fruit flavors backed by plush density and pristine cherry aromas. It's a food-friendly wine that could match meat, potato or pasta dishes.",I Bastioni,22,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Collazzi 2008 I Bastioni (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collazzi-2008-i-bastioni-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Collazzi 14,Red,Israel,"Black cherry and berry preserve aromas and flavors are almost secondary to the strong sweet smoke elements of this wine: cured meat, dried sausage and cigar tobacco. Full but balanced with medium acidity and soft, approachable tannins. The finish offers a sweet smoked-vanilla flavor.",Superieur Kosher,65,88,Galil,,,Barkan 2006 Superieur Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Galil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barkan-2006-superieur-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-galil/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Barkan 14.3,Red,US,"A good, rich Cabernet for drinking now and over the short term. It's dry and full-bodied, and if it's a little heavy, the blackberry, currant, butter and cedar flavors are delicious.",,27,88,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Beringer 14,Red,Italy,"Brunello Assunto is a bright, balanced wine with simple aromas of wild berry, cherry and spice backed by a gritty, textured mouthfeel. The tannins are firmly tight and the crisp acidity suggest that this wine should age a few more years.",Assunto,60,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Bellaria 2006 Assunto (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellaria-2006-assunto-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Bellaria 13,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese from Chianti Classico is characterized by bright berry aromas and crisp acidity. This expression is no exception, although in this particular case the wine also offers playful layers of almond and spice to add texture at the back.",,23,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Il Molino di Grace 2006 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-molino-grace-2006-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Il Molino di Grace 14.2,White,US,"This polished Napa Chardonnay would have benefited from brisker acidity, as it's somewhat soft. But the orange popsicle, lemon cream and buttered toast flavors are very rich.",Blondie,29,88,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Ideology Cellars 2009 Blondie Chardonnay (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ideology-cellars-2009-blondie-chardonnay-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Chardonnay,2009,Ideology Cellars 11.7,White,US,"Another excellent Riesling from Keuka Lake Vineyards, this light-bodied, semi-dry wine is fragrant with apple blossoms and an intensely ripe pommelo palate. Refreshingly clean with an abundance of minerality and a brisk acidity, it finishes sweetly on a gentle lemon-lime note.",Semi-Dry,15,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Lake Vineyards 2009 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-lake-2009-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Keuka Lake Vineyards 12.9,White,US,"A faint floral perfume lingers amidst the fresh apple and pear aromas on this dry, minerally Finger Lakes Riesling with a refreshing lemon-lime palate. Bracingly high acidity and a brisk lime pith astringency lead the way to a long, puckery finish.",Goldman Vineyard Dry,18,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Keuka Lake Vineyards 2009 Goldman Vineyard Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keuka-lake-2009-goldman-vineyard-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Keuka Lake Vineyards 14,White,Chile,"Definitely an elevated New World-style Chardonnay with baked apple, peach and toast aromas. The palate is richly textured, with lemony flavors that suggest orange, green melon and apple. A fresh and classy wine with well-applied oak and good overall balance.",Lot 5,30,88,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2009 Lot 5 Chardonnay (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2009-lot-5-chardonnay-leyda-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Viña Leyda 14.5,Red,US,"Inky dark in color, and made in a heavy, rich, extracted style, with prune, macaroon, black cherry and sandalwood flavors. Rather ponderous now, but dry and complex, and could evolve over the years.",Moon,80,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Hilliard Bruce 2008 Moon Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hilliard-bruce-2008-moon-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Hilliard Bruce 13.5,Red,Italy,"Tenuta Valdipiatta offers a traditional and austere Vino Nobile with crisp cherry flavors that are enhanced by aromas of spice, cola and resin. Pair this wine with stewed rabbit or veal with roast potatoes.",,32,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Valdipiatta 2006 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-valdipiatta-2006-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2006,Valdipiatta 13.6,Red,Israel,"With only 7,525 bottles produced, this is one to snag if you happen to find it. Gorgeous aromas of black fruit guts and cassis are spiced by accents of violet florals and sweet smoke. Supple raspberry sauce and woody spice flavors fill the medium-weight mouth and lead nicely into the hickory smoke-saturated finish. It seems to all be in good balance now, so drink up soon.",Armon Kosher,35,88,Galilee,,,Zion 2005 Armon Kosher Red (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zion-fine-wines-2005-armon-kosher-red-galilee/,Red Blend,2005,Zion 13,White,New Zealand,"This bargain Sauvignon is leafy and intense on the nose, with fig, ripe citrus and herbal overtones on the palate. It's plump and round, and decently concentrated for the price.",,13,88,Marlborough,,,Yealands 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yealands-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Yealands 14,Red,Italy,"Terre di Sandro offers a gritty, earthy bouquet with background notes of black fruit, tobacco, spice and old leather. The 2005 vintage was a hot one and this wine is already starting to show signs of aging (although crisp acidity keeps it grounded). Drink now.",Terre di Sandro,55,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Bocelli 2005 Terre di Sandro Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bocelli-2005-terre-sandro-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2005,Bocelli ,Red,France,"The new second wine of Château Léoville las Cases is attractively soft and ripe, with berry fruits, spice and tannin. It's not for aging, but is enjoyable soon for its elegance.",Le Petit Lion,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Las Cases 2008 Le Petit Lion (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-las-cases-2008-le-petit-lion-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Léoville Las Cases 13.5,Red,US,"There is absolutely no better value in a California Zinfandel than this boxed wine, the equivalent of four regular bottles at $4.75 each. It's a pretty wine, dry, silky and flavorful in raspberries, mocha and pepper.",Old Vine 3 L,19,88,California,California Other,California,Bota Box 2009 Old Vine 3 L Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bota-box-2009-old-vine-3-l-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2009,Bota Box 14,Red,Portugal,"Very dark-colored wine, this has rustic aromas followed by smooth, ripe fruit flavors. It has spice, rich tannins and acidity. The dark fruits go with a firm final structure.",Reserva Tinto,,88,Douro,,,Borges 2008 Reserva Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2008-reserva-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Borges 14,Red,Chile,"Herbal and woodsy on the nose, with olive, juniper and carob aromas. The palate is full, tannic and grabby, with lusty, dark, toasty flavors of black plum, berry and menthol. Warm and spicy late, but also slightly green and herbal on the finish.",Tributo Single Vineyard,20,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2008 Tributo Single Vineyard Shiraz (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2008-tributo-single-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-colchagua-valley/,Shiraz,2008,Caliterra 14,Red,New Zealand,"Mud House winemaker Nadine Worley has turned out an authoritatively flavored 2008 Pinot Noir, loaded with tart cherries and a hint of citrus zest. While this medium-bodied Pinot Noir could use greater doses of delicacy and nuance, it's still a flavorful mouthful of wine. Drink it over the next few years.",,19,88,Central Otago,,,Mud House 2008 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mud-house-2008-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Mud House 13,Red,Italy,"L'Erpico is a dense and meaty expression of Sangiovese from Montecucco (coastal Tuscany) that opens with ripe cherry, blackberry and meaty tones of bacon and moist earth. There's an interesting juxtaposition in the mouth of sweet versus sour fruit flavors.",L'Erpico,29,88,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Piandibugnano 2006 L'Erpico (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piandibugnano-2006-lerpico-sangiovese-montecucco/,Sangiovese,2006,Piandibugnano 14,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Chianti Rufina made with fruit from old vines opens with dark, spicy notes of smoked ham or cured meat, cigar, plum, prune and a dusty mineral element. In the mouth, it tastes bright and crisp with a textured, gritty fade.",Riserva,27,88,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Podere il Pozzo 2007 Riserva (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-il-pozzo-2007-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2007,Podere il Pozzo 13,Red,Italy,"Tight, linear, tonic and firm, this textbook Sangiovese opens a window on Chianti Classico tradition and territory. It's an authentic wine on every level, from the purity of its aromas to its natural pairing ease with all sorts of meat and pasta dishes.",,20,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Badia a Coltibuono 2008 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badia-a-coltibuono-2008-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Badia a Coltibuono 13,Red,US,"There are a number of lovely Cab Francs coming from the Finger Lakes, but the smell of ripe red cherries accented with rich mocha, vanilla and smoke make Atwater's especially enticing. Lusciously fruity on the palate with intense blackberry and raspberry flavors, it's balanced with rustic notes of bramble, herbs, earth and violets. Soft tannins and smoke carry through to a long finish.",,18,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Atwater 2007 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atwater-2007-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Atwater 12.5,Red,France,"Plenty of dense texture here, derived from a liberal use of wood. That gives spice to the black berry fruit and bitter chocolate extract. In two years, this will be showing well.",Blavia,18,88,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Blaye,,Mähler-Besse 2008 Blavia (Premieres Côtes de Blaye),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahler-besse-2008-blavia-red-premieres-cotes-blaye/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Mähler-Besse 13.5,Red,Italy,"Don Alberto Riserva is a fundamentally food-friendly wine that shows integrated structure and acidity that could pair with a long list of international foods. Aromas here include cherry, almond and light touches of exotic spice.",Don Alberto Riserva,,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Le Miccine 2006 Don Alberto Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-miccine-2006-don-alberto-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Le Miccine ,White,US,"The first-ever Pinot Gris from this pioneering Spokane winery has a crisp entry, with flavors of jicama and celery and hints of Asian pear. It's light and stylish, a fine apéritif to accompany appetizers or raw oysters.",,11,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Latah Creek 2008 Pinot Gris (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latah-creek-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2008,Latah Creek 10.5,White,US,"Floral and off-dry, this elegant wine is finished at just 10.5% alcohol and 4% residual sugar. It's a perfectly balanced and harmonious expression of the pretty orange blossom scents of the grape, but shows unexpected fruit concentration and length in the mouth. Match it to moderately spicy Thai or Szechwan dishes.",,11,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Latah Creek 2008 Muscat Canelli (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latah-creek-2008-muscat-canelli-other/,Muscat Canelli,2008,Latah Creek ,Red,Italy,Salcheto is among the most interesting wineries in Montepulciano and definitely worth keeping your eye on if you love Italian wines. This expression of Vino Nobile offers loads of dark fruit and spice backed by medium density and fresh acidity.,Salco,80,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Salcheto 2005 Salco (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salcheto-2005-salco-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2005,Salcheto 13,White,Chile,"Sweet and oaky, and a little bit forced, but even so this is a natural, full-bodied Chardonnay with a chunky palate and tropical, sweet flavors. As it opens it goes more into the banana, vanilla and papaya field of play, and it finishes decidedly creamy and round. Very good stuff from Tamaya.",Winemaker's Selection Single Vineyard Quebrada Seca,23,88,Limarí Valley,,,Tamaya 2009 Winemaker's Selection Single Vineyard Quebrada Seca Chardonnay (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamaya-2009-winemakers-selection-single-vineyard-quebrada-seca-chardonnay-limari-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Tamaya 11.5,White,Spain,"A clean, dry, green-fruited wine that's juicy, citric, tangy and features pure orange, lemon and lime aromas and flavors. It's more of a quaffer than anything complex, but with fish or salads it should be just right. The blend is 70% Treixadura with multiple other white grapes including Torrontés, Godello and Albariño.",,15,88,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Viña Costeira 2009 White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-costeira-2009-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2009,Viña Costeira 13.5,White,US,"This is a nice Chardonnay to drink with shellfish, particularly grilled shrimp. It's dry and crisp in acidity, with rich pineapple, green apple and pear flavors, accented with sweet, toasty oak.",,16,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Valley of the Moon 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Valley of the Moon 13,Red,Italy,Bright cherry and raspberry tones are enhanced by sophisticated notes of toasted nut and dried tobacco. The wine is smooth and fine with elegant finesse on the close.,,21,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Valiano 2006 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valiano-2006-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Valiano 13,White,US,"A good followup to the 2008. The cool '09 vintage has resulted in similarly dry citrus, lemongrass, gooseberry and mineral flavors. Lacks a bit of ripeness, which pushes it into green territory, with resulting acidity, but a pretty, clean sipper.",,20,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Toquade 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toquade-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Toquade 14.1,Red,US,"Fresh, fruity and candied, with raspberry, cherry and cola flavors brightened by crisp, cool-climate acidity. This Pinot is meant to be opened now and over the next few years.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Siduri 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2009,Siduri 13.5,White,New Zealand,"Marked by a touch of struck flint on the nose, this wine delivers Sherwood's customary fresh nettle-like aromas and flavors. It's grassy and pungent yet light and zesty in style, with enough citrus fruit to help the greens go down easily. Drink now.",,15,88,Marlborough,,,Sherwood Estate 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-estate-2010-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Sherwood Estate 14.5,Red,US,"Give this Cabernet a brief decanting. After that, the aromas and flavors match up in cherries, blackberries and cassis, with a savory coating of sweet oak. Drink now.",4B,17,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sean Minor 2008 4B Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-minor-2008-4b-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Sean Minor 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Classic, super juicy Alicante Bouschet flavors, ripe fruit, beetroot and ripe plums, laced with damson juice. It is soft, full-bodied, with some pepper from the alcohol.",Garrafeira,,88,Alentejano,,,Dona Maria-Júlio Bastos 2004 Garrafeira Alicante Bouschet (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-maria-julio-bastos-2004-garrafeira-other-red-alicante-bouschet-alentejano/,Alicante Bouschet,2004,Dona Maria-Júlio Bastos 13,Red,Italy,"Part of Fattoria Nittardi's celebrated artist series (a creative design is released on the label of each new vintage), this plush Chianti Classico offers toasted nut, mature fruit, leather and dried tobacco. The aromas are slightly muddled at first and come into focus with more time in the glass.",Casanuova di Nittardi,,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria Nittardi 2007 Casanuova di Nittardi (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-nittardi-2007-casanuova-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Fattoria Nittardi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Castello di Bossi makes some of the best Chianti Classico you will find and this base expression shows the beauty and potential of Tuscany in slightly less austere terms. It's a smooth, round wine with loads of cherry, blackberry, spice, chocolate and leather.",,20,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Bossi 2008 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-bossi-2008-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Castello di Bossi 14.5,Red,Italy,"This hearty expression of Brunello opens with darkly sophisticated layers of smoked bacon, smoked bresaola and sweet black fruit or plum. Those plush, sweet flavors continue to the mouth and the wine ends with spicy, textured tannins.",,45,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tassi 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tassi-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Tassi 13,Red,Italy,"Valiano offers good quality at an attractive price and delivers aromas of wild berry, vanilla, toasted almond and moist earthy tones. These qualities show true characteristics of Sangiovese and Tuscany.",,21,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Valiano 2007 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valiano-2007-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Valiano 14.5,Red,Spain,"Starts out stewy, with exotic spice aromas that are uncommon but not unpleasant. That unusual spicy character persists throughout, and the feel is chewy and meaty while the fruit veers toward stewed blackberry, nutmeg and anise. A different breed of cat but a good one nonetheless. Drink now.",Agnus de Valdelana Reserva,53,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Valdelana 2004 Agnus de Valdelana Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdelana-2004-agnus-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Valdelana 14,Red,New Zealand,"Paritua's high-end blend of 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot and 21% Cabernet Franc is sweetly scented, with notes of mocha, cassis and tobacco, and velvety in texture, with a long, supple finish. The issue is that the flavors veer close to vegetal, and while some folks like a bit of capsicum in their red wines, this has a rather large dose.",21▪12,50,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Paritua 2007 21▪12 Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paritua-2007-21-12-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Paritua 13,Red,New Zealand,"Nicely complex for a wine in this price range, with slightly stemmy notes, tea leaves and berries. This medium-bodied wine is nicely silky in texture, with flavors of berry zinger tea and citrus zest finishing crisp and lingering. Drink now.",,18,88,Marlborough,,,Otto's Constant Dream 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ottos-constant-dream-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Otto's Constant Dream 14,Red,Italy,"This clean and pristine Chianti Classico opens with bright berry aromas, plum, cassis and ripe currants. The mouthfeel is tight and compact although the finish is longer than you'd expect.",,,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Ormanni 2006 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ormanni-2006-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Ormanni 13.2,White,US,"A very easy-drinking white from Newsome Harlow that's mostly Muscat Blanc à Petit Grains (75%) with 15% Viognier and 10% Sauvignon Blanc, whole-cluster pressed and fermented in stainless steel. Fermented dry, though the finish definitely veers a tad sweet, the wine is full of aromatic apricot and peach with spice notes throughout, a full body and plenty of acidity.",,20,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Newsome-Harlow 2009 Muscat Blanc (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2009-muscat-blanc-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Muscat Blanc,2009,Newsome-Harlow 14,Red,Italy,"From the up-and-coming Chianti Rufina area (an historic wine zone that is currently experiencing a revival of sorts) comes this plush and modern Riserva. The nose generously delivers aromas of black cherry, powdered chocolate and sweet spice.",Riserva,34,88,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Fattoria di Grignano 2007 Riserva (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-grignano-2007-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2007,Fattoria di Grignano 13.5,Red,Italy,"Pasiteo Vino Nobile offers ripe, jammy fruit aromas of cherry and blackberry with background tones of leather and cigar box. In the mouth, sour cherry flavors come forward with more clarity.",Pasiteo,,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Fassati 2007 Pasiteo (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fassati-2007-pasiteo-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2007,Fassati 14,Red,New Zealand,"Starts off with hints of cedar and brown sugar, but also notions of decaying leaves, ripe cherries and cremini mushrooms. The tannins are silky, while the acids stick out a tiny bit on the finish. Drink this already maturing Central Otago Pinot over the next year or two.",,40,88,Central Otago,,,Prophet's Rock 2006 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prophets-rock-2006-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2006,Prophet's Rock 14.5,Red,Italy,Here's a vineyard-designate Riserva distinguished by smoky spice and dusty tertiary aromas of crushed granite and campfire. Fruit notes are present in the form of dried raspberry or cassis syrup.,Vigneto Bucerchiale Riserva,,88,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Selvapiana 2006 Vigneto Bucerchiale Riserva (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selvapiana-2006-vigneto-bucerchiale-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2006,Selvapiana 14,Red,Italy,"Parceto is an earthy, resiny wine with loads of ripe fruit and dark spice elements. Smoke, mesquite and barbecue tones come though on the wine's long, but not overly intense fade.",Parceto,29,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Poggio alla Sala 2006 Parceto (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-alla-sala-2006-parceto-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2006,Poggio alla Sala 14,Red,Italy,"Nonno Ricco is a soft and velvety expression of Sangiovese from the Romagna area of central Italy that shows great density and dimension. The wine closes with aromas of cherry, blackberry and crushed black pepper.",Nonno Ricco,22,88,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna,,Poderi Morini 2004 Nonno Ricco (Sangiovese di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-morini-2004-nonno-ricco-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna/,Sangiovese,2004,Poderi Morini 14,Red,US,"This is a very pure Pinot Noir. It shows its origins in the silky mouthfeel and crisp acidity, as well as a certain minerality that grounds the raspberry, cherry and cola flavors. It's quite good, but not an ager, so drink soon.",,44,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freeman 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freeman-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Freeman 15.4,Red,US,"Here's a delicious Zinfandel to drink now. It's very rich in wild raspberry and cherry fruit, sweet tobacco, bacon and spice flavors, wrapped into thick but gentle tannins. Alcohol is high, but in balance.",Frosty,42,88,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Lamborn Family Vineyards 2008 Frosty Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamborn-family-2008-frosty-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2008,Lamborn Family Vineyards 14.5,Red,Israel,"The heady and intense bouquet is loaded with black plum, berry and cassis fruit aromas along with melted dark chocolate. Medium weight with dusty tannins and flavors of cherry skin and sweet spice that linger through the finish. Drink now.",,15,88,Galilee,,,Recanati 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Recanati ,White,US,"Stainless steel fermented and aged Chardonnay (eg ‘naked') is becoming commonplace, but few offer as much snap and juicy fruitiness as this one. It's a great, round mouthful of grape juice, crisp green apple and suggestions of pineapple and citrus. A little fresh herb rounds out the finish.",Naked,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ryan Patrick 2009 Naked Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ryan-patrick-2009-naked-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Ryan Patrick 12.5,Red,US,"Ripe, juicy blackberries burst from the nose and palate of this deliciously fruit-forward Cab Franc. Sweet, exotic violets, herbs and earthy bramble notes add complexity to the fruit, along with balanced oak and a cheery, sour cherry acidity.",Ingle Vineyard,15,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2007 Ingle Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2007-ingle-vineyard-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Heron Hill 13.5,Red,Italy,"Lamole is textbook Chianti Classico with bright freshness in the mouth paired with clean aromas of cherry, blueberry and sweet spice on the delicate bouquet. The wine's overall delivery is immediate, tight and zesty.",Lamole,,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castelli del Grevepesa 2007 Lamole (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelli-grevepesa-2007-lamole-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Castelli del Grevepesa 14.5,Red,US,"Front-loaded with ripe, juicy blackberry, cherry, raspberry and mocha flavors, this Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend is a nice wine to drink now. It's flashy and flamboyant, if a bit direct.",Choreography,50,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fleming Jenkins 2007 Choreography Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleming-jenkins-2007-choreography-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Fleming Jenkins 12.8,White,Chile,"A one-dimensional, pungent style of SB that's fresh, zesty and tangy in the mouth courtesy of zippy acidity and flavors of tangerine, grapefruit and passion fruit. Finishes more in the pink grapefruit zone, but with snap. Chiseled and linear, but definitely still kicking.",Lot 225,12,88,Leyda Valley,,,Cameron Hughes 2009 Lot 225 Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-hughes-2009-lot-225-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Cameron Hughes 14.6,Red,US,"With flavors of grilled meat, sweetly charred bone, blackberries, black pepper and other zesty spices, this is a fine Syrah to enjoy with lamb or beef. It's very dry, with tannins that are strong, but refined. Drink now.",,22,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 2008 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Buttonwood Farm 13,Red,Israel,"An interesting grape typically produced in South Africa, this Pinotage is a pleasant alternative to more typical Israeli Kosher offerings. Menthol dominates the bouquet, with background notes of dark fruit and purple florals. Black berry, anise and coffee appear in the dark, velvety-textured mouth and linger through the long finish. Definitely worth a try, and will probably surprise you.",Reserve Kosher,25,88,Judean Hills,,,Barkan 2006 Reserve Kosher Pinotage (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barkan-2006-reserve-kosher-pinotage-judean-hills/,Pinotage,2006,Barkan 13.5,Red,Italy,Jammy fruit and strawberry aromas characterize the nose of this chewy Chianti Classico. You'll appreciate the juicy softness and velvety qualities it imparts in the mouth.,Querciabella,30,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Agricola Querciabella 2007 Querciabella (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-querciabella-2007-querciabella-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Agricola Querciabella ,Red,France,"Ripe, smoky wine, its acidity buried in smooth jammy fruit. It does have structure, giving a dry edge to the ripe fruit.",,,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Beauregard 2008 Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beauregard-2008-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Beauregard 14,White,Spain,"This wine costs a lot for what it's giving. The nose starts out hard and fruitless, and while the aromas come around, the wine always holds onto its corn and haystack character. Zippy acidity gives the mouth zest, and it also livens up papaya, banana and apricot flavors. Complex and different, but does it taste good enough to justify a $78 price tag?",Kyrie,78,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Costers del Siurana 2007 Kyrie White (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costers-siurana-2007-kyrie-white-priorat/,White Blend,2007,Costers del Siurana ,White,US,"A bit on the soft, heavy side, with citrus fruit flavors that have a touch of green tobacco and peppercorn. Finishes very dry and rich, if a little eccentric. Drink this food-friendly wine now.",Terroir Coquerel,37,88,California,Napa,Calistoga,Coquerel Family Wine Estates 2008 Terroir Coquerel Sauvignon Blanc (Calistoga),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coquerel-family-wine-estates-2008-terroir-coquerel-sauvignon-blanc-napa-calistoga/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Coquerel Family Wine Estates 13,Red,France,"A Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated wine, Lieujean is full, although showing some signs of austerity with tannins that are still very firm. It does have a fine, spicy, smoky character as well as black berry fruit and fine tannins. Age for 3–4 years.",,17,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Lieujean 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lieujean-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Lieujean 13,Red,France,"The aromas here are seriously woody, and that problem also appears on the palate. It has fruit, but the weight to balance is not there yet. This should develop over the next 4–5 years, but the wood is always going to be a major feature.",,25,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Caronne Ste Gemme 2008 Haut-Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-caronne-ste-gemme-2008-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Caronne Ste Gemme 13,Red,France,"A relatively light-textured wine, already open and accessible. The fresh berry fruit has an attractive wood spice edge, with the tannins providing an attractive counterpoint. Delicious, and is likely to develop quickly.",,,88,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château La Cardonne 2008 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-la-cardonne-2008-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château La Cardonne 14.5,White,Portugal,"With its blend of Encruzado and Malvasia, this is an attractively perfumed wine. It has a rich feel to it, an oily texture, rounded and full-bodiedm with honey, white pear and almond flavors. Drink now or age for another year.",Reserva Branco,,88,Dão,,,Borges 2009 Reserva Branco White (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2009-reserva-branco-white-dao/,Portuguese White,2009,Borges 9.5,Dessert,Israel,"Fresh but concentrated all at once with rich aromas of honey-drizzled baked apple, apricot, orange oil and ripe lychee. The full but balanced mouth offers similar flavors along with a tang of apple cider crispness and a spiced honey finish.",Sha'al Single Vineyard Late Harvest Kosher - 375 ml,24,88,Galilee,,,Carmel 2006 Sha'al Single Vineyard Late Harvest Kosher - 375 ml Gewürztraminer (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-2006-shaal-single-vineyard-late-harvest-kosher-375-ml-gewurztraminer-galilee/,Gewürztraminer,2006,Carmel ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Soft, ripe fruit, already accessible. This has a generous feel and flavors of berries and red plums. Not a wine for aging, but very attractive.",Vintage,,88,Port,,,CARM 2008 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carm-2008-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,CARM 14,Red,New Zealand,"Reasonably priced for the quality, Waimea's 2008 Barrel Selection Pinot Noir is surprisingly rich and layered for the vintage, with savory notes of mushrooms, coffee and roasted meat backed by ample black cherry and plum fruit. Drink now–2015.",Barrel Selection,22,88,Nelson,,,Waimea 2008 Barrel Selection Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waimea-2008-barrel-selection-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2008,Waimea 14,Red,Italy,"Rich and smooth are two words that describe the character of this Chianti Rufina. It is also distinguished by bright berry notes of cherry, cinnamon, leather, cola and toasted almond.",Riserva,,88,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Villa Travignoli 2006 Riserva (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-travignoli-2006-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2006,Villa Travignoli 13.5,Red,Italy,"Il Palazzone offers a compact, streamlined interpretation of Brunello with a bright ruby color and crispness that helps keep the palate refreshed sip after sip. It offers lingering tones of black licorice, cola, mature fruit, cassis and dried raspberry.",,90,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Palazzone 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-palazzone-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Il Palazzone 14.5,Red,Israel,"The nose is strong on this wine, with intense notes of kirsch, brandied raisins and fruit cake spice. Medium weight with fine-grain tannins and more sweet red fruit preserve flavors developing in the mouth. The finish oozes with a vanilla crème flavor. Rich and flavorful but definitely falls on the sweeter side.",Yarden Ortal Vineyard Kosher,50,88,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2004 Yarden Ortal Vineyard Kosher Syrah (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2004-yarden-ortal-vineyard-kosher-shiraz-syrah-syrah-galilee/,Syrah,2004,Golan Heights Winery 12,Red,Italy,"Il 500 is a small-format dry red wine made with Sangiovese grapes from the Romagna area of central Italy. The wine shows a clean, bright quality of fruit with fresh aromas of cherry, blackberry and white almond. Pair it with pasta or cheese.",Il 500,11,88,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna,,Fattoria Zerbina 2009 Il 500 (Sangiovese di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-zerbina-2009-il-500-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna/,Sangiovese,2009,Fattoria Zerbina 12.5,Red,US,"Exquisite scents of ripe red strawberries and raspberries accented by fresh herbs and bramble make Hermann J. Wiemer's Reserve another top pick for Finger Lakes Cabernet Franc. There's an intensity to the bright, red plums that flavor the palate, complemented by a pleasant astringency and vibrant acidity that keeps this wine impeccably fresh.",Reserve,25,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hermann J. Wiemer 2008 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-j-wiemer-2008-reserve-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Hermann J. Wiemer 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a classic and fresh interpretation of Chianti Classico that is light and crisp without being too thin or sharp. In fact, ripe fruit tones of blueberry and cassis do a nice job of smoothing out the overall effect.",Riserva,34,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Querciavalle 2006 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querciavalle-2006-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Querciavalle 15.4,Red,US,"The winery's grape sourcing in the past has been the Sierra Foothills. This Syrah hails from Sonoma Valley, and it has lost a bit of complexity in the translation. The wine is 100% Syrah, unlike last year's “The Brawler” bottling, which contained some Viognier. It's a little heavy and soft, although there's no denying the richness of the blackberry jam, coffee and chocolate flavors. Now–2013.",The Instigator,36,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Prospect 772 2008 The Instigator Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prospect-772-2008-instigator-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2008,Prospect 772 14,Red,Italy,"From the excellent 2007 vintage, here's a Chianti Classico that shows power and determination but not in an exaggerated way. In fact, it delivers a delicate lineup of cherry, wild berry and blackberry with light shadings of spice and leather at the back.",,,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Ormanni 2007 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ormanni-2007-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Ormanni 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an impressive newcomer to the Montecucco (coastal Tuscany) wine scene. Thanks to abundant sunshine and fertile soils, this Sangiovese is thickly structured and enhanced by mature berry aromas and a playful touch of sour cherry.",Chorum,,88,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Pieve Vecchia 2007 Chorum (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieve-vecchia-2007-chorum-sangiovese-montecucco/,Sangiovese,2007,Pieve Vecchia 14,Red,Italy,"Campidonne is a sassy, spicy wine with loads of cinnamon, chocolate, nutmeg and spice spread over a core of black fruit and cherry. It's smooth and compact with a bright spot of freshness on the medium finish.",Campidonne,,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Pietrafitta NV Campidonne Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietrafitta-nv-campidonne-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,,Pietrafitta 10.5,White,US,"The nose on this off-dry Riesling is fresh and fragrant with the perfume of lemons, lime and orange blossoms. Intensely concentrated on the palate with sweet citrus juice flavors accented by a puckery lime zest astringency, it's an excellent food-friendly pick to accompany a wide array of fare from raw fish to spicy Thai curries.",Semi-Dry,14,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Red Newt Cellars 2009 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-newt-cellars-2009-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Red Newt Cellars 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Well balanced wine, the entry level of the Conceito range. It has lively acidity and red cherry and strawberry fruits packed with underlying tannins. It is a fresh wine, showing the lighter side of the Douro, while retaining great minerality.",Contraste,19,88,Douro,,,Conceito Vinhos 2008 Contraste Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conceito-vinhos-2008-contraste-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Conceito Vinhos 12,White,France,"Fine, fresh white Bordeaux from this Entre-deux-Mers property. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, just touched by wood, with spice and melon flavors brightened by citrus.",,16,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Thieuley 2008 Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-thieuley-2008-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2008,Château Thieuley 14.4,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend based on Merlot, this soft, juicy wine is likeable for drinking now. It has luscious black cherry, cassis and cherry liqueur flavors, with a milk chocolate finish.",The Climber Limited Release,28,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clif Family 2008 The Climber Limited Release Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clif-family-2008-climber-limited-release-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Clif Family 14.5,Red,Italy,"An unexpected touch of caramel butterscotch or candied fruit could indicate very mild oxidation although the jury is still out. Otherwise, the wine does a good job of presenting austere aromas of old spice, worn leather and dried fruit.",,55,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciacci-piccolomini-daragona-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 15,Red,Spain,"Creamy and minty on the nose, with dark berry aromas that veer toward raisiny. The palate is generous, full, reduced and narrow, with raisin, blackberry and heavy spice flavors. An old-vines style of Monastrell that lumbers across the finish line with full ripeness and sweetness. Drink now.",Limited Collection,25,88,Levante,Yecla,,Creencia 2006 Limited Collection Monastrell (Yecla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/creencia-2006-limited-collection-mourvedre-monastrell-yecla/,Monastrell,2006,Creencia 14.5,Red,US,"Sharp and fruity, like blackberry and cherry marmalade crisped up with a squirt of lime juice. A fancy, oaky wine with fine tannins, but a bit rugged now. Give it 5–7 years to come around.",Ami's Vineyard,35,88,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Bella Vetta 2007 Ami's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-vetta-2007-amis-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bella Vetta 13.5,Red,Italy,"Vintner Marco Bacci delivers a plush, ripe and mature expression of Morellino that really hits all the right marks. There's great fruit quality here and the aromas are bright, polished and clean. Warm, earthy tones pick up the rear.",Tempo,,88,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Terre di Talamo 2008 Tempo (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-talamo-2008-tempo-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2008,Terre di Talamo 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a lovely Morellino di Scansano set apart by a drying, dusty tone that recalls brimstone or crushed granite stone. There's fruit here—mostly cherry and blackberry—but it plays a supporting role.",Ventaio,,88,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Terre di Fiori 2008 Ventaio (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-fiori-2008-ventaio-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2008,Terre di Fiori 14.5,Red,Italy,"Linear, tonic and packed tight with tertiary aromas of dried berry, licorice, cola, tar and drying mineral, this Chianti Classico Riserva seems older than it is. It's very elegant now, but drink it sooner rather than later.",Riserva,30,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Tenuta Villa Trasqua 2006 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-villa-trasqua-2006-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Tenuta Villa Trasqua 14.5,Red,US,"A very good, rich Cabernet, softly dry and tannic and stuffed with blackberry, black currant, olive, dark chocolate and cedar flavors. Feels lush and powerful, but not particularly impressive given the wine's reputation and price. Could be a sleeper. Cellar it and see where it goes.",S.L.V.,125,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2007 S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2007-slv-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 13.8,Red,Israel,"Foliage and cocoa integrate with the dark cherry and plum aromas of this Merlot-dominant blend. Well structured and firm but not closed with medium, approachable tannins. Cigar box, spice and milk chocolate enliven the close. Drink now.",Merlot-Shiraz Kosher,30,88,Judean Hills,,,Shiloh Winery 2006 Merlot-Shiraz Kosher Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shiloh-winery-2006-merlot-shiraz-kosher-red-judean-hills/,Red Blend,2006,Shiloh Winery 14.5,Red,Italy,"Sangiovese Grosso (specifically the BBS11 clone identified by Biondi-Santi) is enhanced with 5% Cabernet Sauvignon to produce a thickly structured wine with aromas of smoked beef, mature cherry and moist earth.",Castello di Montepò,29,88,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Jacopo Biondi-Santi 2007 Castello di Montepò (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacopo-biondi-santi-2007-castello-montepo-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2007,Jacopo Biondi-Santi 15.1,White,US,"Bone dry and complex, with terroir-infused mineral, citrus, pear and sweet green mint flavors. A streamlined, layered wine, although it's just a bit hot in alcohol.",Kessler-Haak Vineyard,29,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Kessler-Haak 2009 Kessler-Haak Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kessler-haak-2009-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,Kessler-Haak 14.9,Red,US,"Made by Paso Robles-based Ranchero from old vine Carignan grown in Mendocino's Redwood Valley, this still-young rendition of this rough and tumble Old World grape is densely rich and textured with aromas of blackberry and blueberry, clove and tobacco, with a nice kick on the finish. Winemaker/owner Amy Butler also makes the Edward Sellers wines from Paso Robles.",Old Vines,28,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Ranchero Cellars 2008 Old Vines Carignan (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ranchero-cellars-2008-old-vines-carignan-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Carignan,2008,Ranchero Cellars 13.5,Red,Chile,"A bit hard and dark at first, yet despite rubbery, leathery aromas this evolves into a fine everyday Malbec. The palate hits with punch and pop; it's jumpy and packed with boysenberry, blueberry and blackberry flavors. A fruit bomb for sure, but one with balance and New World intensity that many people are looking for.",Reserva,12,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Rita 2009 Reserva Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2009-reserva-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2009,Santa Rita 15,Red,US,"Smells great, impressing with a burst of black pepper-inspired mashed ripe blackberries and grilled meat bone. Those notes follow up as you taste the wine, which is extraordinarily soft and velvety. The only problem is excessive sweetness that may partially be due to glycerine and high alcohol. Drink now.",Jardine Estate,26,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Vina Robles 2008 Jardine Estate Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2008-jardine-estate-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2008,Vina Robles 14,Red,Italy,"This Chianti Classico is composed of 80% Sangiovese and 20% Merlot. This last variety really shines through, rendering jammy aromas of cherry and blackberry followed by dense, chewy fruit.",Gherardino,22,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Vignamaggio 2007 Gherardino (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-vignamaggio-2007-gherardino-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Villa Vignamaggio 14.5,Red,Italy,This Riserva Chianti Classico is exactly the kind of wine you'll want to pair with grilled sausage and white beans or lamb chops with rosemary marinade. It offers bright fruit tones backed by crisp acidity and medium structure.,Riserva Vìgnole,,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Tenuta di Vignole 2006 Riserva Vìgnole (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-vignole-2006-riserva-vignole-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Tenuta di Vignole 14,Red,Italy,"Terra Rossa Riserva shows structure, concentration and chewy fruit flavors that last long on the finish. This is the kind of wine you'll want to pair with succulent steak or pork chops on an open grill.",Terra Rossa Riserva,,88,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Tenuta di Trecciano 2007 Terra Rossa Riserva (Chianti Colli Senesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-trecciano-2007-terra-rossa-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,2007,Tenuta di Trecciano ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The acidity gives an almost citric tang to this closed, austere wine. There are attractive floral hints that give a softer edge. Dry, pushed by acidity and needing long-term aging.",Vintage,,88,Port,,,Quinta do Crasto 2008 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-2008-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Quinta do Crasto ,White,Chile,"A touch neutral on the nose, but overall this is a nice, minerally, grassy SB with lots of green apple and freshness. The palate offers depth and clarity, and the flavors of green fruits are good. Falls off on the finish, which seems flat compared to the rest of the wine.",,12,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Root:1 2010 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/root-1-2010-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Root:1 13,Red,Italy,"Rubizzo is a fantastic value wine that is simple and concrete but also bright, cheerful and fruit-forward. The cherry tones are plump and mature and the wine feels softly round on the close.",Rubizzo,13,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Rocca delle Macìe 2008 Rubizzo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-2008-rubizzo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2008,Rocca delle Macìe 13.5,Red,Israel,"Here's an interesting red that's like a ripe, velvety-textured Merlot. Concentrated fruit aromas of fleshy black plum and cherry are accented by notes of fresh savory herbs. The mouth is full and structured with medium tannins and a pepper-infused jam flavor lingering on the close.",Dovev Single Vineyard Kosher,36,88,Galil,,,Segal's 2006 Dovev Single Vineyard Kosher Argaman (Galil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segals-2006-dovev-single-vineyard-kosher-other-red-argaman-galil/,Argaman,2006,Segal's 14.5,Red,US,"Good and dry, with rugged, dusty tannins and fine varietal flavors. Shows real elegance and class, with cherry, red currant, cedar and spice flavors. Drink now–2013.",4B,17,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sean Minor 2008 4B Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-minor-2008-4b-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Sean Minor 13,Red,Italy,This is a lovely Chianti Classico that shows balanced aromas of cherry and raspberry that match up very nicely with the natural acidity you feel in the mouth. This is a great wine to pair with chicken in creamy mushroom sauce or buttered baked potato.,,25,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Querciavalle 2007 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querciavalle-2007-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Querciavalle 14,Red,Italy,"Tribolo is a Sangiovese-based wine from coastal Tuscany that opens with smooth richness and bright tones of wild blueberry and cherry. There's a milky, mocha element as well that adds to its overall sensation of creaminess.",Tribolo,28,88,Tuscany,Montecucco,,Poggio Stenti 2008 Tribolo (Montecucco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-stenti-2008-tribolo-sangiovese-montecucco/,Sangiovese,2008,Poggio Stenti 14,Red,Italy,"This Sangiovese-based wine opens with loads of chewy fruit flavors, with cherry as the protagonist, and offers a spicy fade colored by cinnamon, tobacco and spice. A note of ripe strawberry also appears throughout.",Il Crognolo,,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio Nardone 2008 Il Crognolo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-nardone-2008-il-crognolo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2008,Poggio Nardone 13.5,Red,Italy,"The warm 2005 vintage produced loads of wines with chewy or jammy fruit. But this Riserva shows a tight nose that is characterized by crisp berry aromas and light spice. There is intensity, but in no way is it exaggerated.",Riserva,,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Poggio Bonelli 2005 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-bonelli-2005-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2005,Poggio Bonelli 12.5,Red,Italy,"From the Castellani group, this plump Sangiovese is not a shy or subdued wine. In fact, it delivers a steady stream of mature cherry, blackberry, oak, clove, spice and dark chocolate. There's a touch of sour bitterness on the finish as well.",Riserva,16,88,Tuscany,Chianti,,Poggio al Casone 2006 Riserva (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-casone-2006-riserva-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2006,Poggio al Casone ,White,US,"Juicy and off-dry, this succulent Riesling pushes orange and candied citrus flavors to the front of the bus, with a smooth, sweet but not sugary ride into the lingering finish. A final impression of spun sugar and marshmallow brings a smile.",,9,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Latah Creek 2009 Riesling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latah-creek-2009-riesling-other/,Riesling,2009,Latah Creek 14,Red,Italy,"Shows aromas of cherry, raspberry and blueberry and the wine presents a friendly, fruit-forward personality overall. This Riserva Morellino is equally intense and pleasurable in the mouth.",Riserva,25,88,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Suberli 2006 Riserva (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/suberli-2006-riserva-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2006,Suberli 12,Rose,Israel,"This is a lovely rosé that's an interesting blend of 74% Sangiovese, 14% Barbera and 12% Pinot Noir. Soft strawberry, white cherry and a touch of peach appear in the bouquet, with riper flavors of strawberry and cream laced with sweet spice developing in the mouth. Balanced and refreshing; drink now.",Kosher,15,87,Galilee,,,Galil Mountain 2009 Kosher Rosé (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galil-mountain-2009-kosher-rose-galilee/,Rosé,2009,Galil Mountain 15,Red,Israel,"Milk chocolate, boysenberry and black plum flood the bouquet of this Cab, with secondary accents of fresh fennel slices and leather adding complexity. Black currant dominates the medium-weight mouth, with a juicy midpalate keeping things vibrant, lasting through the finish.",Yarden Kosher,30,87,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2007 Yarden Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2007-yarden-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Golan Heights Winery 14.5,White,Chile,"Opens with friendly pear and banana aromas and then moves on to a palate with cider, green fruit and pineapple flavors floating along on a wave of nice acidity. The finish is packed and sweet, and overall this wine delivers plenty of tropical character but not a lot of sophistication or refinement.",Corralillo,20,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Matetic 2008 Corralillo Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2008-corralillo-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Matetic 15.7,Red,US,"The alcohol level is very high, but the wine is very delicious, which is the tradeoff you get with this Zinfandel taste-alike. It's silky and soft and rich in jammy raspberry, cherry and chocolate flavors, finished with savory spices.",,32,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Collier Falls 2007 Primitivo (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2007-zinfandel-primitivo-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Primitivo,2007,Collier Falls 14.5,Red,US,"Will appeal to those who like a drier, leaner Cabernet, with slightly green herb flavors of blackberries, cassis and minerals. The sweet finish is a good indication of ageability, but its a hard wine to predict.",Estate Bottled,75,87,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Spring Mountain Vineyard 2006 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-2006-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Spring Mountain Vineyard 12.8,Red,US,"Sweet with the aroma of ripe, red plum preserves and a touch of green herbs, this is a lovely blend of Cab Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon with hints of toasted oak. Soft and lush with a cherry pie filling palate, it's an easygoing, medium-bodied wine with a pleasant, fruit-forward profile.",76 West,25,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lamoreaux Landing 2007 76 West Red (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamoreaux-landing-2007-76-west-red-finger-lakes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Lamoreaux Landing 12.7,Red,US,"Concentrated black cherry notes on the nose and palate are accented by dark, mossy, bramble notes and hints of green and menthol. There's a faint tomato leaf note that lingers throughout, but a rich fruit profile combined with smooth tannins and bright acidity make this medium-bodied wine a pleasant, straightforward pick.",,18,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Shalestone 2008 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shalestone-2008-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Shalestone 15.5,White,Israel,"Peach, clove-spiked Anjou pear, orange rind and honeysuckle fill the overall character of this fresh white. Medium weight with a good toasty richness that lingers through the finish. Drink now.",Yarden Kosher,18,86,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2007 Yarden Kosher Viognier (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2007-yarden-kosher-viognier-galilee/,Viognier,2007,Golan Heights Winery 13.5,Red,Portugal,"The lightweight of the Passadouro range, Passa has lively berry fruits, soft tannins and acidity to match. It's a drink-now wine, the texture open and ready to go.",Passa,,86,Douro,,,Quinta do Passadouro 2008 Passa Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-passadouro-2008-passa-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta do Passadouro 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This Pinot Noir from the Alexandra subregion of Central Otago starts off with some interesting aromaas of mocha, scorched tomato leaf and cherry, then delivers earthy, sous bois flavors. Yet the mouthfeel is spot on, supple and silky. Drink up.",Pioneer Series,25,86,Central Otago,,,Shaky Bridge 2006 Pioneer Series Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaky-bridge-2006-pioneer-series-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2006,Shaky Bridge 14,Red,Italy,"This expression of Morellino di Scansano opens with bright, cheery aromas of red berry, blueberry and sweet almond paste. More almond and bitter spice nuances appear on the close.",Carbonile,17,86,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Conte Ferdinando Guicciardini 2008 Carbonile (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conte-ferdinando-guicciardini-2008-carbonile-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2008,Conte Ferdinando Guicciardini 12,White,US,"There's something wonderfully intriguing about Dr. Konstantin Frank's Rkatsiteli, an ancient Georgian grape variety that pays homage to the original Dr. Frank's European roots. Fragrant with fresh apples, sweet figs and a subdued paraffin note, it's a light profile wine, but with a uniquely luscious mouthfeel. Well balanced with a clean minerality and bright, sour tangerine acidity, there's a touch of salinity in the finish that makes it a fabulous companion to seafood.",,18,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2008 Rkatsiteli (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2008-other-white-rkatsiteli-finger-lakes/,Rkatsiteli,2008,Dr. Konstantin Frank 12.5,Red,France,"Wood and smoke aromas precede ripe and dusty tannins lacing this red plum flavored wine. It has a rich texture, as well as being fruity, juicy, finished with taut acidity.",Famille Lapalu,10,86,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Domaines Lapalu 2008 Famille Lapalu (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-lapalu-2008-famille-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Domaines Lapalu 12.5,White,New Zealand,"Still admirably fresh, Delta's 2009 Sauvignon Blanc features pretty straightforward Marlborough traits of red bell pepper, passion fruit and grapefruit in a medium-bodied format. Drink up.",,21,86,Marlborough,,,Delta Vineyard 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delta-vineyard-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Delta Vineyard 13,Red,Italy,"From the hot 2003 vintage, this vineyard-designate Riserva Chianti (Sangiovese with small components of Canaiolo and Cabernet Sauvignon) is thin and marked by tertiary aromas of dried fruit and butterscotch. Drink now.",Vigna Santa Riserva,26,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Fattoria di Petrognano 2003 Vigna Santa Riserva (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-petrognano-2003-vigna-santa-riserva-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2003,Fattoria di Petrognano 13,Red,Italy,"The perfect pizza or easy pasta wine, this simple Chianti offers loads of sweet fruit and crisp freshness. It feels silky but simple on the close.",Casalbosco,,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Fattoria di Casalbosco 2009 Casalbosco (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-casalbosco-2009-casalbosco-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2009,Fattoria di Casalbosco 12.8,Sparkling,US,"Sparkling wine from Williams Selyem? Yes, in tiny quantities, in this case only 100 cases. The wine is dry and rich in lime, raspberry, mineral and yeast flavors, but a little rough, lacking the finesse you want in a fine bubbly.",Drake Estate Vineyard Blanc de Noir,50,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2005 Drake Estate Vineyard Blanc de Noir Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2005-drake-estate-vineyard-blanc-noir-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sparkling Blend,2005,Williams Selyem 12.4,Red,US,"Dark, toasted oak, dried tarragon and bramble give depth to this ripe, red cherry Cabernet Franc. A well-balanced wine with soft tannins and a zippy acidity, the rich red fruit flavors intensify on the finish before ending on an elegantly herbacious note.",,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2007 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2007-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Wagner 14.3,Red,US,"A perfectly serviceable Syrah with 9% Cabernet Sauvignon blended in, almost black in color with savory meat and red berries on the nose and palate and soft edges all around. A good price for a good wine from a part of California's Sacramento Valley that is known for its mild, Mediterranean climate, made by the Giguieres, who once owned the region's largest winery, R.H. Phillips.",,16,86,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,Matchbook 2007 Syrah (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matchbook-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Syrah,2007,Matchbook 13.5,White,US,"Hints of smoke and toast lace the lush tropical fruit aromas on this dry wine. Highlighted by fresh apple and pear flavors with a pretty floral undertone, it finishes with a touch of tart yogurt cream on the palate.",Reserve,13,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Prejean 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prejean-2008-reserve-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Prejean 13.5,Red,Italy,Torre di Oriolo is a pretty expression of Sangiovese from the Romagna region of Italy that shows easy fruit tones of ripe cherry and blueberry followed by a touch of smoked bacon or moist earth.,Torre di Oriolo,15,86,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna,,Poderi Morini 2008 Torre di Oriolo (Sangiovese di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-morini-2008-torre-oriolo-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna/,Sangiovese,2008,Poderi Morini 13,Red,Italy,"A bit muddled aromatically at first, give this wine a few minutes in the glass to find its voice. Once it does, it delivers an easy, straightforward rendition of cherry, blueberry and toasted almond.",Carandelle,24,86,Tuscany,Maremma,,Podere San Cristoforo 2008 Carandelle (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-san-cristoforo-2008-carandelle-sangiovese-maremma/,Sangiovese,2008,Podere San Cristoforo 12,Red,Italy,"Simple, clean and easygoing, this fresh Chianti delivers some mature tones of strawberry and cherry backed by chewy succulence and medium structure.",,,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Pio Wines 2007 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-wines-2007-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2007,Pio Wines 14,Red,Chile,"Sweet oak and toast are the lead aromas; underneath you'll find regular cassis and berry notes. The palate is healthy but low in depth and complexity. Tastes woody, spicy and infused with vanilla, while the fruit character is average and the finish a bit resiny.",Classic Series,12,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2009 Classic Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2009-classic-series-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Montes 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Smoky aromas lead to a firmly tannic wine. It feels heavily extracted, giving a bitterness to the texture, while adding bitter chocolate to the black berry flavor.",Fonte Mouro Reserva,12,86,Alentejano,,,Monte Novo e Figueirinha 2004 Fonte Mouro Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-novo-e-figueirinha-2004-fonte-mouro-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2004,Monte Novo e Figueirinha 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Light in body and frankly a little skinny, this is nevertheless a pretty wine, its tannic structure of skillfully woven silk. Subtle cherry and sous bois notes aren't overly powerful, but persist nicely on the finish. Drink now.",Tom's Block,28,86,Nelson,,,Neudorf 2008 Tom's Block Pinot Noir (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neudorf-2008-toms-block-pinot-noir-nelson/,Pinot Noir,2008,Neudorf 13,Red,Italy,Cetamura is a consistently excellent value wine from Tuscany that shows bright berry and forest fruit nuances backed by a crisp but thin mouthfeel. Those qualities make it an ideal choice for cheesy pasta.,Cetamura,11,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Badia a Coltibuono 2008 Cetamura (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badia-a-coltibuono-2008-cetamura-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2008,Badia a Coltibuono 12,Red,US,"Ripe red cherries with hints of fresh green herbs and menthol perfume both the nose and palate of this elegant, medium-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon. On the palate, intense fruit flavors gain complexity with sprinklings of olives, cedar and sturdy tannins that lead to a long, sour cherry finish.",,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Fox Run 13,Red,Italy,"From the Cortona area of eastern Tuscany, here is a simple, bright and crisp expression of Sangiovese that would pair with grilled meat or sausage.",Calcinaio,20,86,Tuscany,Cortona,,La Calonica 2009 Calcinaio Sangiovese (Cortona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calonica-2009-calcinaio-sangiovese-cortona/,Sangiovese,2009,La Calonica 11.5,White,US,"Refreshing on the palate with a fresh apple aroma and juicy pink grapefruits on the palate, this medium-bodied Gewürztraminer is an easy-drinking, eminently quaffable wine. Off-dry like a brisk, honey-sweetened iced tea, it finishes with a pleasant kick of spice and potpourri.",Sunrise Hill Vineyard Semi-Dry,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Knapp 2009 Sunrise Hill Vineyard Semi-Dry Gewürztraminer (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knapp-2009-sunrise-hill-vineyard-semi-dry-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Knapp 13.3,White,US,"A spray of sweet stone fruit, white florals and fresh, clean herbs, this is is gorgeously aromatic. While lush and full- bodied in style, there's an elegance to the pristine white grapefruit and peach flavors that combine seamlessly with a refereshing minerality and puckery grapefruit pith finish.",,16,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Hosmer 2009 Pinot Gris (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hosmer-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Pinot Gris,2009,Hosmer 12.5,Red,France,"Fresh, juicy wine, with a smoky wood character, light black currant flavors and soft tannins. It is bright, just a little green, ready to drink.",Château Alfa la Bernarde,13,86,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Blaye,,Mähler-Besse 2008 Château Alfa la Bernarde (Premieres Côtes de Blaye),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahler-besse-2008-chateau-alfa-bernarde-red-premieres-cotes-blaye/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Mähler-Besse ,White,US,"Quite dry and bracing, this crisp white wine shows celery and root flavors, with a mix of dried herbs and plenty of acidity.",,15,86,Washington,Washington Other,Puget Sound,San Juan Vineyards 2009 Siegerrebe (Puget Sound),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-juan-2009-other-white-siegerrebe-other-puget-sound/,Siegerrebe,2009,San Juan Vineyards 14,Red,Spain,"Big, sweet and deep in black fruits, with aromas of turned earth and sweet spices. The palate is tannic and heavy but offers good pop, and the flavors of blackberry and cola are full-force. Finishes thick and dark, with toasty spice notes and kick.",Crianza,12,86,Central Spain,Ribera del Júcar,,Spanish Vines 2006 Crianza Tempranillo (Ribera del Júcar),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spanish-vines-2006-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-jucar/,Tempranillo,2006,Spanish Vines 13.5,Red,Italy,Cypresses is a direct and charming expression of Sangiovese from Tuscany that seems designed for informal dinners with family and friends. Simple aromas of berry and forest fruit are followed by fresh crispness.,Cypresses,16,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Pillo 2008 Cypresses Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-pillo-2008-cypresses-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2008,Villa Pillo 14,Red,Spain,"Leather, roasted berry and barnyard make for a rustic, warm nose. The palate is grippy, with chewy, roasted black fruit flavors. Meaty, lasting, deep and dense, but also rubbery and a little low on acidic vitality. A Monastrell-Tempranillo blend to drink now.",Reserva,14,86,Central Spain,Almansa,,Castillo de Almansa 2006 Reserva Red (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-almansa-2006-reserva-red-almansa/,Red Blend,2006,Castillo de Almansa ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dry, firm and toasty, this has acidity over a tight black currant character. That makes it feel almost as much wine as Port, the woody character adding to the dry side.",Quinta Vale d'Agodinho Vintage,68,86,Port,,,Quevedo 2008 Quinta Vale d'Agodinho Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quevedo-2008-quinta-vale-dagodinho-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Quevedo 14.9,Red,Israel,"Bright and dark all at once with lovely notes of black cherry, bramble and juicy red plum guts all accented with a touch of sweet spice. Silky and smoothly textured with an overall vibrancy and easygoing character.",Shor Kosher,30,86,Judean Hills,,,Shiloh Winery 2007 Shor Kosher Barbera (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shiloh-winery-2007-shor-kosher-barbera-judean-hills/,Barbera,2007,Shiloh Winery 14.8,Red,Israel,"Baked red fruit, cherry pie filling and sweet spice dominate the overall character of this wine, with a finish reminiscent of a Christmas fruit cake. Medium weight with vibrant acidity and a clean finish; easy drinking and ready now.",Secret Reserve Petite Syrah Kosher,42,86,Judean Hills,,,Shiloh Winery 2007 Secret Reserve Petite Syrah Kosher Petite Sirah (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shiloh-winery-2007-secret-reserve-petite-syrah-kosher-petite-sirah-judean-hills/,Petite Sirah,2007,Shiloh Winery 13.7,Red,US,"A bit soft and heavy, but useful, with a rustic, tannic mouthfeel, and nicely dry. You'll find classic Cabernet flavors of blackberries, black currants and cedar. Drink now.",Morris Fay Vineyard,18,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Pedroncelli 2008 Morris Fay Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2008-morris-fay-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Pedroncelli 12.5,Red,Italy,"This is a thin, sharp Chianti Superiore with thorny acidity and zesty aromas of white cherry and cassis. You'll want to match this wine with a creamy food such as risotto with grated Parmigiano cheese.",,16,86,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Poggio al Casone 2007 Chianti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-casone-2007-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,2007,Poggio al Casone 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes soft and a little tired at the age of six-plus years, with pie-filling raspberry, cherry and spice flavors. A certain dry complexity makes it interesting, but its lifespan is largely exhausted.",Hillside Estate,36,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Collier Falls 2004 Hillside Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2004-hillside-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2004,Collier Falls 13.8,White,US,"A little too heavy in winemaker intervention. Shows the hand of oak, the funk of lees and a soft, buttery texture. This all dominates the citrus fruit and makes the wine ponderous.",Gamble Vineyard,28,86,California,Napa,Yountville,Gamble Family Vineyards 2009 Gamble Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamble-family-2009-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-yountville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Gamble Family Vineyards 12,White,Israel,"This is a superb value white that's versatile and perfect for company. Fresh white florals, Asian pear and a touch of pineapple acidity dominate, with softly prickling acidity dancing on your tongue through the close. Light weight but mouthwatering and easy to drink.",Yasmin Kosher White,11,86,Shomron,,,Recanati 2009 Yasmin Kosher White White (Shomron),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2009-yasmin-kosher-white-shomron/,White Blend,2009,Recanati 13.5,Red,Israel,"Here's a bright, fruit-forward Merlot with notes of small black berries, black cherry and cassis accented by soft fruit cake spice. Balanced and drinkable with soft tannins and a solid finish.",Kosher,15,86,Galilee,,,Recanati 2009 Kosher Merlot (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2009-kosher-merlot-galilee/,Merlot,2009,Recanati 14.1,White,US,"Huge flavors in this creamy wine, exploding in pineapples, limes, kiwi fruit and peaches, with a tangy edge of gooseberry. It's dry and acidic and clean. Tastes a little honey sweet, but the tartness balances.",Kick Ranch,21,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Carica 2008 Kick Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carica-2008-kick-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Carica 13,Red,Italy,"From the Arezzo province of Tuscany, this aged Chianti Riserva opens with straightforward aromas of dried fruit and cassis syrup. The bright acidity is what has kept it going all these years.",Riserva,,86,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Aretini,,Villa Cilnia 2004 Riserva (Chianti Colli Aretini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-cilnia-2004-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-colli-aretini/,Sangiovese,2004,Villa Cilnia ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dry in character, not a heavyweight. The wine has some fresh fruit through the dry tannins and spice. There's good balance, even if the wine is on the light side.",Vintage,,86,Port,,,Quinta Seara d'Ordens 2008 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-seara-dordens-2008-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Quinta Seara d'Ordens ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Fruity, juicy wine, with some acidity pushing through the light structure. It is attractive, with a tangy, spicy edge.",Vintage,,86,Port,,,Quinta de Ventozelo 2008 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-ventozelo-2008-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Quinta de Ventozelo 13.5,Red,Italy,"Flush with bright berry and cherry aromas, this Rosso di Montalcino shows a thin but determined mouthfeel with a nice dose of acidity on the close.",,,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Torrenera 2007 Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torrenera-2007-sangiovese-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2007,Torrenera 13,White,New Zealand,"Solidly mainstream in style, Whitehaven's 2009 Sauvignon Blanc displays slightly sweaty aromas to accent its red bell pepper and passion fruit flavors. It's nicely concentrated, with enough palate weight to pair with slightly rich fish or poultry dishes. Drink up.",,23,86,Marlborough,,,Whitehaven 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehaven-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Whitehaven 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a good, rugged but dry and fruity Merlot for drinking now. It has pleasant cherry, berry, cola, herb and pepper flavors. Production was 5,000 cases.",,17,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Souverain 2007 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/souverain-2007-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2007,Souverain 15,Red,Israel,Here's a somewhat big and full-bodied Merlot with aromas of black cherry and violet florals leading into flavors of black plum and raspberry preserves. There's a good tannic grip on the mouth that lingers through the strong mocha-flavored finish.,Yarden Tel Phares Vineyard Kosher,50,86,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2005 Yarden Tel Phares Vineyard Kosher Merlot (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2005-yarden-tel-phares-vineyard-kosher-merlot-galilee/,Merlot,2005,Golan Heights Winery 13.5,Red,Italy,"This fresh and food-friendly Chianti Rufina opens with lively berry nuances, forest floor and white almond. The wine is crisp and zesty overall.",,15,86,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,I Veroni 2008 Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-veroni-2008-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2008,I Veroni ,Red,France,"Light, stalky wine with attractive classic black currant flavors and acidity. Light in character.",,,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Simard 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-simard-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Simard 14,White,Chile,"Toasty on the nose, with plenty of baked apple and warmth. The palate is round, smooth and toasty, with caramel running alongside baked apple and pear flavors. Sweet on the finish, plump in feel and good overall in a tropical, fun way.",Special Selection,15,86,Colchagua Valley,,,El Huique 2009 Special Selection Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-huique-2009-special-selection-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,El Huique 14.5,Red,Chile,"Floral smelling but also leafy and rubbery, with an overriding set of cheesy, leathery aromas. It's crisp, tart and acidic in the mouth, with lean, generic red plum, aged cheese and vanilla flavors. Medium in weight, with choppy crispness to finish. Imported by GOS Wines and BMC Imports.",Rapsodia,37,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Loma Larga 2008 Rapsodia Red (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loma-larga-2008-rapsodia-red-casablanca-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Loma Larga 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A complex, savory Pinot Noir for $12? Yup. Hints of bacon and mushroom are prominent, with just enough cherry fruit to support them. It's light in body, with supple tannins, so drink it over the next six months or so.",,12,86,Marlborough,,,Lobster Reef 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lobster-reef-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lobster Reef 11.5,White,US,"Aromatic with notes of white peach, florals and just a whiff of petrol, this is fairly dry in style but softened by a gentle grapefruit and limeade sweetness. Finish clean with a refreshing stone and slate note.",Semi-Dry,14,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lucas Vineyards 2009 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-2009-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Lucas Vineyards 13.5,Red,Italy,"This easy Chianti Superiore opens with bright red fruit, wild berry and small but determined touches of spice, clove and cinnamon.",,,86,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Fattoria Fibbiano 2007 Chianti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-fibbiano-2007-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,2007,Fattoria Fibbiano 14.4,White,Chile,"Tropical is how to best describe the bouquet; it's melony and sweet, but not that zesty or pungent. The palate is round and works well, while flavors of orange pith, lime and sweet grapefruit are just lively enough. Drink now or wait for the 2010.",,14,86,Leyda Valley,,,Aylin 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aylin-2009-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Aylin 12.5,White,Spain,"Sweet and lightly floral on the nose, but also kind of generic and wan. The palate is wet, with hollow white fruit and apple flavors. There's snap to the finish but not a lot of flavor other than simple citrus. A good quaffer but nothing more than that.",,22,86,Galicia,Ribeira Sacra,,Abadía da Cova 2009 Albariño (Ribeira Sacra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-cova-2009-albarino-ribeira-sacra/,Albariño,2009,Abadía da Cova 14.3,White,US,"Sweeter than most classic Lake County Sauvignon Blancs, this small-production bottling is sugary in lemon, lime and pineapple flavors, but is fortunately balanced with crisp, citrusy acidity. Good with sweet and sour sauced foods, like Chinese pork and chicken dishes.",Rooster Vineyard,22,86,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Musetta 2009 Rooster Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/musetta-2009-rooster-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Musetta 13,Red,Italy,"Banfi's Chianti Superiore opens with easy but bright and cheerful aromas of cherry, raspberry and cassis. The mouthfeel is thin and compact but the wine has the natural acidity to pair with risotto or cheesy pasta.",,11,86,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Banfi 2008 Chianti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2008-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,2008,Banfi 14,Red,Italy,Avignonesi's Riserva Grandi Annate is designed as an icon wine from Tuscany but doesn't quite deliver the goods. The issue has to do with the aromas that recall sweet pumpkin contrasted against intense blue flower or violet.,Riserva Grandi Annate,85,86,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Avignonesi 2006 Riserva Grandi Annate (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avignonesi-2006-riserva-grandi-annate-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2006,Avignonesi 14,White,Chile,"Burnt-field aromas are acrid and not that fruity. The wine is better on the palate, where it's spritzy and jumpy, with standard soda cracker and generic citrus and banana flavors. Scratchy on the finish but reasonably flavorful and legit.",Tributo Edicion Limitada,20,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Caliterra 2007 Tributo Edicion Limitada Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2007-tributo-edicion-limitada-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Caliterra 12.5,Red,Italy,"This bright and simple Chianti Superiore opens with cherry, bitter almond and blueberry aromas. The wine is crisp, clean, thin and zesty overall.",,15,86,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Burchino 2008 Chianti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burchino-2008-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,2008,Burchino 15,White,Israel,"An attractive nose of fresh apricot, peach, honeysuckle and lime pith follows through to the medium-weight mouth. Easy to drink with good balance and vibrant acidity. A glimmer of toast adds length to the close. Drink now.",Kosher,15,86,Galilee,,,Galil Mountain 2009 Kosher Viognier (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galil-mountain-2009-kosher-viognier-galilee/,Viognier,2009,Galil Mountain 13,Red,Italy,"Villa Chigi Chianti is characterized by bright berry nuances of cherry and raspberry followed by a crisp, tart close. Pair this wine with stewed chicken cacciatore.",Villa Chigi,,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Poggio Bonelli 2008 Villa Chigi (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-bonelli-2008-villa-chigi-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2008,Poggio Bonelli 14,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Chianti Classico shows simple sweet cherry flavors packed within a clean, polished package. It's an easygoing wine that would pair with light meat or chicken dishes.",Riserva,28,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Piegaia 2006 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piegaia-2006-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Piegaia ,Red,France,"Attractive, ripe fruit, concentrated spice and black berry flavors. The fresh acidity gives the wine a delicious juicy finish.",,18,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Pezat 2008 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezat-2008-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Pezat 14.5,Red,US,"A bit of a muted nose on this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (42%), Merlot (24%), Petit Verdot (22%), Cab Franc (11%) and Malbec (1%) out of the Livermore Valley. A good balance of fruit and tannic power here, but not a ton of depth. The finish drops off a bit, too.",Red Meritage,35,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Murrieta's Well 2007 Red Meritage Meritage (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murrietas-well-2007-red-meritage-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Meritage,2007,Murrieta's Well 13.5,Red,Israel,Used espresso grounds and soft nutmeg aromas mingle with sweet red berry and plum fruit notes. The mouth is full and creamy with dusty tannins and a juicy red fruit core. Straightforward but enjoyable and easy to drink.,,15,86,Galilee,,,Recanati 2009 Syrah (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-galilee/,Syrah,2009,Recanati 13.5,Red,Spain,"A warm, aggressive wine with baked berry aromas, kirsch, bacon and rubber. The palate has hard, astringent tannins but the flavors are good once they air out; there's blackberry, plum and brown sugar. Firms up on the finish as the tannins do their thing. Tasted twice with divergent findings; this note reflects the common traits from both wines.",Crianza,14,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Condado de Oriza 2007 Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condado-oriza-2007-crianza-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,2007,Condado de Oriza 14,Red,Portugal,"A blend that includes Cabernet Sauvignon as well as Portuguese grapes, this is mineral, with a leathery texture. The red berry fruits are restrained, juicy, laced with light tannins. Ready to drink.",Dona Maria,,86,Alentejano,,,Dona Maria-Júlio Bastos 2007 Dona Maria Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-maria-julio-bastos-2007-dona-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Dona Maria-Júlio Bastos 13.5,Red,Italy,Colognole offers a light and elegant wine with standard Sangiovese aromas of cherry and wild berry. That characteristic acidity comes through on the close.,,16,86,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Colognole 2006 Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colognole-2006-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2006,Colognole 12,Sparkling,Spain,"Colorful and pretty to look at, but a little sweet. The nose has a sweet, maple syrup element along with dry berry fruit aromas. It's healthy and fresh in the mouth, with citrus, cranberry and raspberry flavors. Simple and nice for easy drinking.",Anna de Codorniu Brut Rosé,15,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Codorníu NV Anna de Codorniu Brut Rosé Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/codorniu-nv-anna-de-brut-rose-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Codorníu 14.8,White,US,"A little too soft and direct, with a melted butter sweetness to the tropical fruit, spice, white flower and toast flavors. Could use greater depth and structural complexity.",Signature,39,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Darioush 2009 Signature Viognier (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darioush-2009-signature-viognier-napa-valley/,Viognier,2009,Darioush 11.5,White,US,"There's a delicate whiff of dried orange peel and apple cider vinegar on the nose of this unique Finger Lakes Riesling, but the palate is chock full of fresh apples accented by a sweet tangerine acidity and hints of clove and spice.",,16,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bloomer Creek 2008 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloomer-creek-2008-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Bloomer Creek 12.5,White,New Zealand,"This is an easy-drinking quaffer, the kind most people think of when they hear Riesling. It's off dry but well balanced, with slightly broad melon and peach notes. A nice patio sipper for summer 2011.",,8,86,Waipara Valley,,,Skyleaf 2009 Riesling (Waipara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/skyleaf-2009-riesling-waipara-valley/,Riesling,2009,Skyleaf 14,Red,Italy,"Made from organically farmed grapes, this bright Chianti shows good balance between its bright cherry flavors and crisp freshness. Pair it with creamy pasta with loads of grated cheese.",,14,86,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,San Quirico 2009 Chianti Colli Senesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-quirico-2009-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,2009,San Quirico 12.5,Red,Italy,"Easy, simple and genuine, this bright Chianti would wash down well with a heaping plate of spaghetti and sauce. It's a no-fuss expression with a zesty, crisp close.",,,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Tiziano 2007 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiziano-2007-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2007,Tiziano 12,Red,Italy,This clean and bright expression of Sangiovese from Tuscany would make a great companion to a simple roast chicken dinner. It offers bright berry aromas with distant shadings of toasted nut and leather,,,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terra di Cipressi 2009 Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-cipressi-2009-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2009,Terra di Cipressi 12.2,White,US,"Beautifully perfumed with ripe pommelo, orange blossoms and a spray of fresh lemon zest. A rich, luscious mouthfeel on the palate is balanced with bright grapefruit acidity and a refreshing minerality. Finishes dry with a zesty lemon rind astringency.",,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2007 Pinot Gris (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2007-pinot-gris-finger-lakes-125907/,Pinot Gris,2007,Sheldrake Point 14.5,White,Chile,"Apple, pear, vanilla and toast aromas come at you strong but in a controlled way. The palate is fairly juicy, with good acidity to temper sweet vanilla, oak, banana and pineapple flavors. Finishes similarly, with vanilla and sweetness balanced by citric acids. Imported by GOS Wines and BMC Imports.",,17,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Loma Larga 2009 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loma-larga-2009-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Loma Larga 15.4,Red,US,"Shows the thick tannins and blackberry, currant, dark chocolate and smoked meat flavors that make Petite Sirah so popular. But the main drawback is excessive softness, which limits the ability of this famously ageable variety to improve in the cellar. So drink now.",Tower Road,35,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2008 Tower Road Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2008-tower-road-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2008,J. Lohr 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a fine everyday Cabernet for drinking now with your favorite meat dish or cheese. It's soft and rich in berry, currant and spice flavors. Could be a little drier, but it sure is tasty.",Seven Oaks,17,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 2008 Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2008-seven-oaks-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,J. Lohr 14,Red,Italy,"Vibrant and bright with wild berry and white cherry, this expression of Sangiovese (with small percentages of Canaiolo, Colorino and Malvasia Nera) shows the trademark acidity you can expect of this region.",,,86,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Le Tre Stelle 2008 Chianti Colli Senesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-tre-stelle-2008-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,2008,Le Tre Stelle 15,Red,US,"Fans of fruit-forward red wines will like this jammy bottling, with its sweet flavors of raspberries, cherries, red plums and pie spices. It's not particularly complex, wearing all its charms on the pretty surface. Drink now.",Honey's,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,JR Wine 2007 Honey's Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jr-wine-2007-honeys-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2007,JR Wine ,Red,US,"About three fifths Merlot, the rest a blend of Cabernet, Cab Franc and Syrah, this commemorates the winery's tenth vintage. It shows a substantial amount of oak—smoky and chewy and tannic—with tart red fruits leaving a trailing impression of raspberry candy.",Maximum III,45,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Lake Chelan 2006 Maximum III Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-chelan-2006-maximum-iii-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Lake Chelan 12.5,White,Spain,"Apple and mineral aromas are basic but clean, and the palate is fresh and lithe, with little to no extra weight. Flavors of dry apple and fresh corn work well, and while the finish is short and shy, it's crisp and clean. A simple wine with light fruit and easy drinkability.",Flos de Pinoso Made With Organic Grapes Macabeo & Airén,13,86,Levante,Alicante,,La Bodega de Pinoso 2009 Flos de Pinoso Made With Organic Grapes Macabeo & Airén White (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-pinoso-2009-flos-made-with-organic-grapes-macabeo-airen-white-alicante/,White Blend,2009,La Bodega de Pinoso 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Konrad's 2008 Pinot Noir shows quite a bit of toast and vanilla to go alongside its cherry fruit. Gently toasted marshmallows impart a sweet succulence to the wine, making it attractive despite some woody tannins on the finish. Drink now–2014.",,23,86,Marlborough,,,Konrad 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/konrad-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Konrad 13,Red,Italy,"From the area of Chianti that falls within the Province of Siena (as opposed to Florence) this easy red wine is characterized by red fruit, cassis, almond skin and blue flower.",Terra di Siena,,86,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Tenuta di Trecciano 2009 Terra di Siena (Chianti Colli Senesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-trecciano-2009-terra-siena-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,2009,Tenuta di Trecciano 13,Red,Italy,"Loaded with bright red fruit and sweet red candy, this Chianti from Siena Province shows a pristine and lively interpretation of Sangiovese.",Terra di Siena,,86,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Tenuta di Trecciano 2008 Terra di Siena (Chianti Colli Senesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-trecciano-2008-terra-siena-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,2008,Tenuta di Trecciano 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Sangiovese-based Chianti is blended with 10% Merlot to produce a soft and plush wine with loads of cherry and blueberry on the nose. It's a simple, raw and chewy expression.",Caspagnolo,15,86,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Villa Poggio Salvi 2008 Caspagnolo (Chianti Colli Senesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-poggio-salvi-2008-caspagnolo-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,2008,Villa Poggio Salvi 13,Red,Italy,"Easy-drinking and attractively priced, this fresh Chianti Classico makes a perfect companion to cheesy pasta or oven-roasted lasagna. The wine offers enough acidity to keep the palate refreshed.",,15,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Straccali 2007 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/straccali-2007-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Straccali 14.8,Red,US,"A big improvement over the 2007, but still a rather simply constructed wine. It has pleasant berry, cherry, cola and spice flavors, and is easy to drink.",Mountain Cuvee,35,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Spotted Owl 2008 Mountain Cuvee Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spotted-owl-2008-mountain-cuvee-red-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Spotted Owl 13,Red,Italy,This great value wine opens with steady aromas of wild berry and blueberry and offers enough crisp acidity to cut though cheese or cream based pasta dishes.,,12,86,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Ruffino 2008 Chianti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2008-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,2008,Ruffino 14,Red,Italy,Rocca's bright and youthful Morellino would make the perfect pairing partner to pizza or easy tomato pasta. The wine is smooth and crisp with loads of fresh cherry on the close.,,16,86,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Rocca delle Macìe 2009 Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-2009-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2009,Rocca delle Macìe 12.7,Red,US,"Harmony is a good word to describe this spirited Bordeaux blend, with its perfumed black cherry nose accented with menthol and fresh-cut herbs. Fruit forward with ripe black fruits, dried herbs and a hint of olives on the palate, it's a medium-bodied red wine that's easily adaptable to an array of hearty meat and fowl dishes.",Harmony,18,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Shalestone 2007 Harmony Red (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shalestone-2007-harmony-red-finger-lakes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Shalestone 13.5,Red,Italy,"Packaged in a classically elegant bottle, this easy Chianti Rufina opens with a light ruby color and segues into bright flavors of white cherry and raspberry.",,,86,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Selvapiana 2008 Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selvapiana-2008-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2008,Selvapiana ,Red,US,"A serviceable Syrah, with somewhat muted blueberry and huckleberry fruit, pepper and herb. Medium concentration, with more of the herbal and stem flavors coming through in the tannins.",,32,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pomum 2007 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomum-cellars-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Pomum 14.5,Red,US,"Nice Cabernet flavors in this dry, softly appealing wine. Satisfies with waves of blackberries and black currants, touched with oak. Drink now, and easy to find, with 38,000 cases produced.",,17,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Souverain 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/souverain-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Souverain ,White,US,"A new offering (and label) from Oregon's King Estate, this sports a label meant to resemble a folded-up piece of note paper with random jottings. On the back label is a sort of freeform poem; in the bottle is a fresh, dry, rather light Riesling. Flavors of lemon and lemon rind, with a papery finish.",,12,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,next: 2008 Riesling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/next-2008-riesling-other/,Riesling,2008,next: 13,Rose,Spain,"This is the first Las Brisas rosado that's come to us, and it's good in a tangy, tropical sort of way. The nose delivers mango along with light citrus and berry, while the palate is tangy, jumpy, citric and tastes mostly of orange and tangerine. Good but fairly monotone in aromas and flavors; made from 80% Tempranillo and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Las Brisas Rosado,12,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Naia 2009 Las Brisas Rosado Rosé (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/naia-2009-las-brisas-rosado-rose-rueda/,Rosé,2009,Naia 12.5,Red,Italy,"Made with organically farmed fruit, this hearty Chianti Superiore opens with a muddled bouquet that sees overlapping fruit, almond and earth aromas. The mouthfeel, however, is rich and penetrating.",,,86,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,La Traiana 2008 Chianti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/traiana-2008-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,2008,La Traiana 13,Red,Italy,"This is a light and fresh expression from Montepulciano that would pair with saffron risotto or even grilled sausage with creamy spinach purée. The wine is crisp, clean and informal.",,21,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,La Calonica 2009 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calonica-2009-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-rosso-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2009,La Calonica 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A decent value in New Zealand Pinot Noir, the 2008 Wild Rock displays aromas of bright if somewhat simple cherry fruit. On the palate, this is a medium-bodied, supple wine; the cherry and plum flavors show only modest complexity, perhaps a hint of hickory smoke. Drink now.",Cupids Arrow,17,86,Central Otago,,,Wild Rock 2008 Cupids Arrow Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-rock-2008-cupids-arrow-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Wild Rock 14.6,Red,US,"Comes down on Petite Sirah's more rustic side, with lots of crunchy acidity and chewy tannins framing berry, cherry, dark chocolate and tobacco flavors. It's a full-bodied sipper that should live for many years, without necessarily developing bottle complexity.",Brown Barn Vineyard,24,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,J. Rickards 2008 Brown Barn Vineyard Petite Sirah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-rickards-2008-brown-barn-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Petite Sirah,2008,J. Rickards 13.5,Red,Chile,"Sweet on the nose, with marshmallow, Nestle's Quick and generic dark fruit aromas. The palate is more snappy and alert, with good but regular berry flavors mixing with chocolate and herbal notes. Juicy and lively across the palate but herbal on the finish.",Reserva,11,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2009 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2009-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Apaltagua 12.5,Red,Italy,"Chianti Rufina Fattoria di Vetrice opens with easy spice and raspberry aromas with distant notes of blue flower and earth. It's a thin, fresh and approachable wine overall.",Fattoria di Vetrice,,86,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Grati 2008 Fattoria di Vetrice (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grati-2008-fattoria-vetrice-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2008,Grati 11.5,White,US,"An excellent Finger Lakes pick, it's redolent with aromas of sweet apples and guava balanced with fresh-cut herbs and grass. The dry, full-bodied palate is rich and unctuous but freshened by a tart gooseberry and green plum acidity and a gravelly minerality in the finish.",Limited Release,25,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Hosmer 2008 Limited Release Chardonnay (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hosmer-2008-limited-release-chardonnay-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Chardonnay,2008,Hosmer 15,Red,Israel,"Dried raspberry dusted with cocoa powder starts this wine off, while flavors of red plum and raspberry sauce round things out in the mouth. Fine sandpapery tannins linger throughout the otherwise creamy mouthfeel, and the vanilla-laden finish lingers appropriately. Drink now.",Yiron Kosher,22,86,Galilee,,,Galil Mountain 2006 Yiron Kosher Red (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galil-mountain-2006-yiron-kosher-red-galilee/,Red Blend,2006,Galil Mountain 12.5,White,Spain,"Dusty apple and a clean lightness define this basic, totally enjoyable white blend that is based on the pedestrian Airén grape but features 30% Macabeo. The palate is fresh and easy, with apple, citrus and white pepper flavors. Finishes crisp.",Protocolo Blanco,7,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Dominio de Eguren 2009 Protocolo Blanco White (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-2009-protocolo-blanco-white-vino-tierra-castilla/,White Blend,2009,Dominio de Eguren 13.5,Red,US,"Low in alcohol, high in acidity and ultra-dry, this Syrah is pretty severe in the mouth. It has a tight, citrusy tartness, with sour cherry candy and orange rind flavors. Give it a good, long decant.",Syrah du Soleil Coryelle Fields Vineyard Sue's Block,40,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Collier Falls 2008 Syrah du Soleil Coryelle Fields Vineyard Sue's Block Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2008-syrah-soleil-coryelle-fields-vineyard-sues-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2008,Collier Falls 15.4,Red,US,"Lots of ripe, sweet blackberry, raspberry and cherry fruit flavors in this soft, tannic Bordeaux blend, based on Cabernet Sauvignon. It's dry, but high alcohol glycerine, combined with the fruity extract, make it taste almost like Port. Drink now.",BDX,36,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clautiere 2007 BDX Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clautiere-2007-bdx-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Clautiere ,Red,Israel,"Black berry and plum aromas keep greener notes from dominating the bouquet, along with accents of stale burnt coffee that lingers in the back. The medium-weight mouth is juicy and driven by more dark fruit flavors with a hints of olive. Soft, round and easy to drink.",Reserve Kosher,25,86,Galilee,,,Binyamina 2006 Reserve Kosher Merlot (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binyamina-2006-reserve-kosher-merlot-galilee/,Merlot,2006,Binyamina 13.5,Red,Chile,"Rubbery and hard on the nose, but with solid berry and cassis aromas lying in wait. The palate is solid, fresh and good, with raspberry, plum and herbal flavors. Finishes dry and herbal but there's enough fruit and clarity to push it up a notch or two.",Reserva,14,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2009 Reserva Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2009-reserva-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2009,Caliterra 13.8,White,US,"Nice and low in alcohol, with polished, cool-climate acidity, this Grenache Blanc has rich flavors of orange, lime and pineapple fruit. It's a little sweet, like a fruit juice.",,22,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 2009 Grenache Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-2009-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache Blanc,2009,Buttonwood Farm 12.1,White,US,"Smelling sweetly of freshly pressed apples with a hint of burnt sugar, this lemon gold Riesling exhibits vibrant apple and citrus flavors combined with a pleasant lime pith astringency and clean, stony minerality.",,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Cayuga Ridge Estate 2008 Riesling (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuga-ridge-estate-2008-riesling-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Riesling,2008,Cayuga Ridge Estate ,Red,US,"No it's not a mistake—this is Columbia Valley Washington Pinot Noir. A rare beast, but one that delivers an interesting bottle at this modest price point. Earthy, tannic, even a bit rough, but showing genuine varietal character and enough tart red fruit to provide a counterpoint.",,12,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Castle Rock 2009 Pinot Noir (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-pinot-noir-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Noir,2009,Castle Rock 13.5,Red,Italy,"This bright, ruby and garnet-colored Chianti Classico offers integrated acidity and finely polished tannins backed by a pretty bouquet of fresh berry aromas.",,16,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca delle Macìe 2008 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-2008-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Rocca delle Macìe 14,Red,Israel,"A heady, woody and earthy offering from Recanati that offers loads of bramble, dark cherry and black plum aromas and flavors. Fresh and vibrant with a juicy core livening up the medium-weight mouth. Cherry skins and fresh coffee stay through the close. Very drinkable and a versatile food pairing wine.",Reserve Petite Sirah-Zinfandel,26,87,Galilee,,,Recanati 2009 Reserve Petite Sirah-Zinfandel Red (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2009-reserve-petite-sirah-zinfandel-red-galilee/,Red Blend,2009,Recanati 13.5,Red,Italy,"A Chianti Classico from a hot and somewhat uneven vintage, Losi delivers this tame but slightly muddled expression of Sangiovese. The wine is characterized by firm tannins and sour cherry flavors. Drink now.",Millennium Riserva,36,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Querciavalle 2005 Millennium Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querciavalle-2005-millennium-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2005,Querciavalle 13,Red,Italy,"A rich, plush expression of Sangiovese that shows elegance and restraint at the same time. Ultimately, the wine offers more intensity in the mouth than it does on the nose.",Locorosso,12,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Pratesi 2007 Locorosso Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pratesi-2007-locorosso-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2007,Pratesi 14,Red,Italy,Rosso di Montepulciano (in this case Sangiovese is blended with 20% Merlot and aged in oak barrique) is a great wine to serve with pasta or easy meat dishes. The wine's natural acidity cuts through the fat in those dishes and leaves loads of wild berry on the fade.,,19,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Poliziano 2007 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poliziano-2007-sangiovese-rosso-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2007,Poliziano 14,Red,Italy,"Poggio Bonelli delivers a soft, chewy expression of Chianti Classico with ripe berry aromas backed by sweet spice, almond paste and nutmeg. There's an interesting touch of bitter rose petal on the close.",,,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Poggio Bonelli 2007 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-bonelli-2007-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Poggio Bonelli 13,Red,Italy,"Antillo consists of 70% Sangiovese (the rest is Cabernet Sauvignon) and opens with meaty aromas of smoked bacon, dark fruit, leather, tobacco and moist earth. The mouthfeel is crisp, thin and easy.",Antillo,17,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Podere Guado al Melo 2008 Antillo (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-guado-al-melo-2008-antillo-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,2008,Podere Guado al Melo 13,Red,US,"Spice and menthol notes accent the nose on this dark, black cherry-perfumed Cabernet Franc. With intensely concentrated fruit on the palate, it's plush with a rich, full-bodied texture, but balanced by wonderfully soft tannins and a vibrant sour cherry acidity that carries through to a long finish.",,20,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Shaw 2006 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-2006-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Shaw 16.5,Red,US,"Lots of delicious raspberry and cherry flavors in this spicy wine, but it's just too sweet. That's probably a combination of residual sugar and extraordinarily high alcohol of 16.5%, which makes it almost Port-like.",,35,87,California,Napa,Chiles Valley,RustRidge 2006 Zinfandel (Chiles Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustridge-2006-zinfandel-napa-chiles-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,RustRidge ,White,US,"Textural and deep rather than overtly fruity, this single-vineyard Pinot Gris leads with a mix of dried herbs, citrus and melon flavors. It's an interesting wine, with depth and persistence, more like an Italian Pinot Grigio than a West Coast Pinot Gris.",Goose Ridge Vineyard,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Northwest Cellars 2009 Goose Ridge Vineyard Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northwest-cellars-2009-goose-ridge-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2009,Northwest Cellars 11.5,White,US,"Fresh on the nose with a vibrant apple and lychee perfume, this deliciously off-dry Gewürztraminer balances the variety's characteristic rose water and lychee fruit flavors with a hint of black tea and fragrant potpourri. Soft and luscious, it's a full-bodied, decadent wine.",Reserve,25,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2009 Reserve Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2009-reserve-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Dr. Konstantin Frank 14.2,White,US,"A little sweet in pineapple and orange jam flavor, but nicely acidic, which gives the wine a clean, tart mouthfeel that balances the fruit. Enjoyable as a cocktail sipper, or with fresh cracked crab.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Bennett Valley,Frostwatch 2008 Chardonnay (Bennett Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frostwatch-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-bennett-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Frostwatch 14.4,White,US,"A nice, polished Sauvignon Blanc for drinking now. With a softly creamy mouthfeel, it shows pleasant lemon, lime and vanilla flavors.",,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crocker & Starr 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crocker-starr-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Crocker & Starr ,Red,France,"The wine has some weight and an attractive meat and smoke character to go with the black berry fruits. Well balanced, shot through with acidity.",,,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château de Fonbel 2008 Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fonbel-2008-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château de Fonbel ,Red,France,"Floral wine, light in structure with some freshness. It's attractive, open, the tannins giving shape rather than aging potential.",,,87,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion 2008 Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-carmes-haut-brion-2008-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion 14,Red,Portugal,"Big black-colored wine, juicy, spiced with wood. The rich berry fruits are powered by sweetness and only just a hint of acidity. The tannins show themselves as a dry core at the end.",,10,87,Lisboa,,,Caves Bonifacio 2008 Alicante Bouschet (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-bonifacio-2008-other-red-alicante-bouschet-lisboa/,Alicante Bouschet,2008,Caves Bonifacio ,Red,US,"You can add this Castle Rock Cabernet to the growing list of value Cabs from Washington state. Dark, earthy and tannic, it compensates for the rusticity with black cherry, black tea and black licorice streaks. Just the ticket for a burger or flank steak.",,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Castle Rock 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Castle Rock 14,Red,Italy,Il Cortile (the courtyard) is an embracing and harmonious Sangiovese-based wine that offers bright acidity and tart berry flavors. Those qualities would help it pair with tortellini in a buttery cream sauce.,Il Cortile,,87,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Fiorentini,,Castello di Poppiano 2008 Il Cortile (Chianti Colli Fiorentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poppiano-2008-il-cortile-sangiovese-chianti-colli-fiorentini/,Sangiovese,2008,Castello di Poppiano 14,Red,Italy,"Riserva del Don is a fleshy, meaty wine with matching aromas of smoked bacon and cured beef. The tannins are polished and fine and the wine ends with a long fade of spice, smoke and leather.",Riserva del Don,30,87,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Colognole 2006 Riserva del Don (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colognole-2006-riserva-don-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2006,Colognole 13.5,Red,Chile,"Robust, spicy and herbal on the nose, with a fair amount of earth and heft. The palate is racy and bold, with good feel and driving flavors of wild raspberry, cherry and herbal shadings. Ends creamy and sweet. A standard wine but one that was done right.",Reserva,14,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2009-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Caliterra 13.5,Red,Spain,"Dark and heavily oaked, so if you're into big wines with char, bacon and a lot of spice, this is it...and it's only $14. The palate is tannic and drawing, but lively and loaded with charred, lemony, black fruit flavors. A junior-level, wannabe bigtime Rioja that hints at the region's potential for greatness.",,14,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Altino 2008 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altino-2008-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Altino 13.5,Red,Italy,"Distant sulfur notes take a few minutes to blow off. Once they do, the wine's bright fruit qualities come into full view. This Brunello's finish is characterized by dark extraction and smooth richness.",,35,87,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Bonacchi 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonacchi-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Bonacchi 14.4,Red,US,"Good and dry, with complex layers of blackberries, black cherries, tobacco, herbs and oak. The tannins are wonderfully firm and refined. Suffers a little from excessive acidity, which makes it uncomfortably sharp. Drink now.",Mountainview Ranch Winemaker's Reserve,45,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Kokomo 2007 Mountainview Ranch Winemaker's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2007-mountainview-ranch-winemakers-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Kokomo 13,White,Chile,"It's rare that a boxed wine scores this well, but truth be told: it's a nice, easy, clean and honest Chilean Sauvignon Blanc with citrus, green fruit aromas and flavors, and ample crispness and snap. Flavors of green pear, passion fruit and anise hint at complexity, while the mouthfeel is acidic, fresh and cleansing.",3 L,22,87,Central Valley,,,Gran Verano 2010 3 L Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gran-verano-2010-3-l-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2010,Gran Verano 12,White,US,"Zippy and fresh with a gentle prickle on the tongue, this dry Riesling smells of sweet, fresh apples laced with just a hint of petrol. On the palate, soft apple and pear flavors are edged with slate and stones, and a shower of fresh lime on the finish.",Ingle Vineyard,15,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2008 Ingle Vineyard Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2008-ingle-vineyard-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Heron Hill 13.5,White,US,"A pleasing Albarino from a new Lodi producer and longtime grower family, this wine has an inviting flowery nose and sharpness of acidity with good follow-through, as well as nice tropical fruit flavors. The sweetness on the finish might not be for everyone.",,19,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Harney Lane 2009 Albariño (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harney-lane-2009-albarino-central-valley-lodi/,Albariño,2009,Harney Lane 12,White,Spain,"Clean and smooth to open, with a hint of salinity, powdered sugar and peach. The palate is sheer and zesty, with lemon, green apple and tangy acidity. Crisp yet angular on the finish, but good in a narrow, lean, drilling sort of way.",,18,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,La Val 2009 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-2009-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2009,La Val 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Morellino di Scansano opens with tight, juicy tones of blueberry and black cherry backed by a plush, succulent mouthfeel. The wine oozes Tuscan sunshine.",I Perazzi,,87,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,La Mozza 2008 I Perazzi (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mozza-2008-i-perazzi-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2008,La Mozza 13.5,Red,US,"Parducci continues to impress, making good wines at fair prices out of its sustainably farmed, carbon-neutral Mendocino outpost. This Cabernet Sauvignon, blended with bits of Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Malbec and Viognier, has great color and nice notes of cranberry and cassis. Perfectly drinkable.",,11,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Parducci 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Parducci 14.5,Red,US,"A little sharp and direct, but nicely dry, and offering a rich mouthful of blackberries, black currants and cola. Best now and for a few years.",,27,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,X 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,X 13.7,White,US,"Made in a New Zealand style, which is very dry, crisp in acidity, minerally and rich in citrus flavors, with a sour, green note of gooseberry. A brisk Sauvignon Blanc that will love goat cheese.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Wellington 14.5,Red,US,"A very pleasant wine for drinking now. It shows cherry, blueberry, blackberry and mocha flavors, wrapped into finely ground, soft tannins, and the finish is thoroughly dry. The blend is a Bordeaux-style, with some Syrah.",Baby Blue,25,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Blue Rock 2008 Baby Blue Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-rock-2008-baby-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Blue Rock 12.5,Red,US,"Seductive on the nose with scents of darkly toasted oak, char and black cherry menthol, this is a rich, deeply concentrated Cab with a nice dose of complexity. It's a touch soft on entry, but smoke, supple tannins and a dark, toasty finish make this medium-bodied wine remarkably balanced.",,20,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-2005-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 13.5,White,Portugal,"Very soft, rounded, weighty wine, with light acidity. The fruits are attractive, ripe and open. The flavors take a while to open up, then have spice and yellow fruits. Certainly ready for drinking.",Reserva Branco,,87,Douro,,,Borges 2009 Reserva Branco White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2009-reserva-branco-white-douro/,Portuguese White,2009,Borges 12.5,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Chianti Rufina offers clean, crisp aromas of wild berry and white cherry with distant renderings of spice and earth in the background. Pair this wine with roast chicken or pork.",Riserva,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Bellini 2005 Riserva (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellini-2005-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2005,Bellini 13.8,Red,Israel,"Referring to the altitude of the vineyards from which the grapes for this wine were sourced, here's a defined and moderately intense Cab that delivers. Cassis, black berrry, tobacco leaf and a soft eucalyptus herbality appear throughout, with a suggestion of fresh coffee grinds unfolding on the finish. Balanced and structured with medium weight and appropriately gripping tannins.",Altitude Series +720 Kosher,45,87,Galil,,,Barkan 2007 Altitude Series +720 Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Galil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barkan-2007-altitude-series-720-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-galil/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Barkan 14.7,White,US,"Brisk in acids, with lush, long hangtime lemon, kiwi, tangerine and vanilla flavors. It's all upfront in this drily delicious Chardonnay.",Lucia Highland Vineyard,26,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Manzoni 2008 Lucia Highland Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzoni-2008-lucia-highland-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,Manzoni 13,Red,Italy,"Piccini offers good value deals from Tuscany and this Riserva Chianti Classico follows in that tradition. The wine is compact and clean, in typical Sangiovese fashion, and ends with a bright blast of mouth-freshening acidity.",Riserva,22,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Piccini 2006 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2006-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Piccini 13,Red,Italy,This classy Chianti Classico shows textbook Sangiovese qualities of wild berry and tart cherry aromas backed by fresh crispness and acidity. A wine like this would pair with most Italian meat or pasta dishes.,Le Corti,25,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Principe Corsini Fattoria Le Corti 2006 Le Corti (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-corsini-fattoria-le-corti-2006-corti-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Principe Corsini Fattoria Le Corti 14,Red,Chile,"Big, chunky, rubbery and loud, but also poised and fruity. The palate is fierce and full, with some scratch but also very lush and ripe flavors of jammy blackberry. Fruity to the max, with a chocolaty finish. A massive wine for $12.",,12,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2009 Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2009-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2009,Montes ,Red,US,"It is the barrel flavors that dominate this wine, from nose to finish. Chocolate, prune, coffee, iodine and clove fill the senses, with a bit of berry and cherry. Definitely a barrel-driven style of winemaking.",Coyote Canyon Vineyard,32,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Northwest Cellars 2007 Coyote Canyon Vineyard Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northwest-cellars-2007-coyote-canyon-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Syrah,2007,Northwest Cellars 14,Red,Italy,"There's a muddled note at first with aromas of spice, moist earth, resin and clove. Those earthy aromas blow off fast to reveal a wine with drying mineral and cassis berry on the close.",,,87,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Armilla 2006 Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armilla-2006-sangiovese-grosso-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese Grosso,2006,Armilla 13,Red,Italy,"Banfi presents an easy, no-fuss Chianti Classico that showcases Sangiovese typicity and personality. This is a profoundly food-friendly wine with built-in natural acidity that pairs it with butter or cream-based pasta dishes.",Riserva,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Banfi 2007 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2007-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Banfi 14.1,Red,US,"Lots to like in this silky wine. It has a very pure, light feeling in the mouth, with pleasant cherry, cranberry, cola and sandalwood flavors. But it tastes too tutti-fruity sweet throughout, and turns candied on the finish.",Gopher Hill Block Peter's Vineyard,38,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kokomo 2008 Gopher Hill Block Peter's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2008-gopher-hill-block-peters-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kokomo 15,Red,Spain,"A big, dark, heavily oaked wine with caramel, resin and baked berry aromas. The palate has a thick, meaty feel, slightly abrasive tannins, and then sweet, sticky, woody black fruit flavors. Finishes with brown sugar and more wood flavor; strives for a higher level but gets bogged down with barrel influence.",,16,87,Levante,Jumilla,,Juan Gil 2008 Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juan-gil-2008-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2008,Juan Gil 15,Red,Spain,"Earthy, meaty and leathery, with an herbal quality to the bouquet. The palate is chunky and soupy, with stewed berry, latent sweetness, and a mild herbal aftertaste. Seems syrupy at points and then fresher and better at other times. Has its good qualities but finishes short.",,16,87,Levante,Jumilla,,Juan Gil 2007 Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juan-gil-2007-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2007,Juan Gil 12,White,US,Fragrant apple blossoms and honey perfume this deliciously fresh and fruity Sauvignon Blanc. The dry palate is full bodied with a shower of white peach flavors marked by a quirky lemongrass note and a bright lemon-lime acidity.,,15,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazlitt-1852-2009-sauvignon-blanc-finger-lakes/,Sauvignon Blanc,1852,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 13.5,Red,Italy,"Ruby and luminous in appearance, this textbook Chianti Classico shows the best of Sangiovese and Tuscany. Bright cherry and raspberry aromas are enhanced by toasted almond and a fine, silky mouthfeel.",,,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Le Miccine 2007 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-miccine-2007-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Le Miccine 13,Red,Italy,"Terra Rossa (red earth) Riserva really does recall moist soil aromas with iron-rich notes of rust, clove and red berry fruit. Those warm, earthy tones are backed by mouth-freshening acidity.",Terra Rossa Riserva,,87,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Tenuta di Trecciano 2006 Terra Rossa Riserva (Chianti Colli Senesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-trecciano-2006-terra-rossa-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,2006,Tenuta di Trecciano 14,Red,Italy,"A confident wine that shows consistent scores throughout the years, Campomaccione is the kind of wine you can count on for its food pairing potential and good cheer. Morellino di Scansano is characterized by easy, bright berry nuances.",Campomaccione,16,87,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Rocca delle Macìe 2008 Campomaccione (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-2008-campomaccione-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2008,Rocca delle Macìe 13,White,New Zealand,"The quality here has been consistent over the past few vintages, offering solid value in an easy-drinking style. It leads with herbal aromas, but the flavors are less green, more melon and fig carried by a sense of creamy lushness. Drink now.",,15,87,Marlborough,,,Starborough 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starborough-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Starborough 14.3,Red,US,"Quite elegant, but not showing well given the price, being somewhat soft and direct in candied blackberries, cherries and chocolate-covered mint. The vintage was a difficult one for St. Supéry. The wine is lacks the stuffing for ageability. Drink now–2013.",Elu,65,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2006 Elu Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2006-elu-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,St. Supéry 13.5,White,US,"Dry, creamy and crisp, with pleasant citrus, tropical fruit and oak flavors, this Chardonnay shows a lot of upscale character at a price under $20. Easy to find, with 200,000 cases produced.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Simi 13.5,Red,Spain,"Opens clean and friendly, with bacon, cassis and plum aromas. The palate is round, fairly large and pure, with tasty black fruit flavors that are sweet, ripe and throw off a bit of licorice. Finishes long, with brown sugar and a hint of toast. Good value Rioja year in and year out.",,12,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Sierra Cantabria 2008 Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-cantabria-2008-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Sierra Cantabria 13.5,Red,Italy,"A great deal from Tuscany, this bright Sangiovese-based wine offers playful aromas of cassis, cherry and wild berry with red rose and a touch of toasted almond.",Il Morino,10,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Vignamaggio 2008 Il Morino Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignamaggio-2008-il-morino-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2008,Vignamaggio 14.5,Red,US,"Freshly acidic and jammy in blackberry, cherry and raspberry flavors, this is one of the fruitier Napa Cabs available. It's at its best now, so drink up with a nice steak.",Fin de Journée,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Textbook 2008 Fin de Journée Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/textbook-2008-fin-journee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Textbook 13.8,Red,Israel,Black plum and fig notes laced with sweet spice define this medium-bodied wine. Soft tannins with an overall approachable structure; drink now.,Cabernet-Merlot Kosher,30,87,Judean Hills,,,Shiloh Winery 2006 Cabernet-Merlot Kosher Red (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shiloh-winery-2006-cabernet-merlot-kosher-red-judean-hills/,Red Blend,2006,Shiloh Winery 14,Red,Italy,The Fuligni family makes very nice wines and this light Sangiovese is no exception. The wine is bright and crisp with a full and generous quality to its fresh berry tones. It would pair with pasta or grilled meat.,Ginestreto,36,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Fuligni 2007 Ginestreto (Rosso di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fuligni-2007-ginestreto-sangiovese-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2007,Fuligni 14,Red,Italy,"Tosco Forte is an easy but penetrating wine that offers balanced acidity offset by pretty aromatic nuances of wild berry, red rose and cinnamon.",Tosco Forte,,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Poppiano 2008 Tosco Forte Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poppiano-2008-tosco-forte-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2008,Castello di Poppiano 13.8,White,US,"Kind of expensive, but a very nice wine, dry, crisp and rich. It has savory flavors of pineapples, limes and other acidic citrus fruits, with vanilla and spice complications.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Terlato 2009 Pinot Grigio (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terlato-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Terlato 12.5,Red,Italy,"Traluna—92% Sangiovese and 8% Alicante—shows determined and lingering tones of cherry, wild berry and fresh plum. This youthful wine offers a fresh, perky quality of fruit with the natural crispness to match.",Traluna,,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Villa Trasqua 2009 Traluna Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-villa-trasqua-2009-traluna-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2009,Tenuta Villa Trasqua 13,Red,Italy,"With a solid base of Sangiovese (enhanced by 5% Alicante), Traluna opens with a light ruby color and pretty aromas of wild berry, red rose and vanilla spice. Overall, it's clean, compact and tonic.",Traluna,18,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Villa Trasqua 2008 Traluna Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-villa-trasqua-2008-traluna-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2008,Tenuta Villa Trasqua 13.5,Red,Italy,"This easy and bright Chianti Classico opens with tasty flavors of cherry and ripe raspberry backed by pipe tobacco and pressed blue flowers. It's a smooth, crisp wine that does a good job of showcasing Tuscan and Sangiovese typicity.",,,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Tenuta di Vignole 2006 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-vignole-2006-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Tenuta di Vignole 12.5,Red,Italy,This Chianti Classico Riserva offers an interesting nose that is characterized by drying mineral tones of talc power or chalk as well as softer layers of milky white chocolate or cherry cream.,Riserva,27,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Toscolo 2006 Riserva (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toscolo-2006-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Toscolo 14,Red,Italy,"Tenuta Sant'Alfonso, from the fine folks at the cutting-edge Rocca delle Macìe winery, opens with plush, plump and fleshy tones of black cherry and ripe strawberry. The wine is soft and velvety with touches of jammy sweetness on the close.",Tenuta Sant'Alfonso,26,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca delle Macìe 2007 Tenuta Sant'Alfonso (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-2007-tenuta-santalfonso-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Rocca delle Macìe 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a classic interpretation of Chianti Classico with bright aromas of small berry fruit, raspberry and blue flower. But there's also a modern touch as well that comes off aromatically as spice and new leather.",,16,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca delle Macìe 2007 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-2007-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Rocca delle Macìe ,Red,Italy,"This vintage of Chianti Classico Tenuta Sant'Alfonso opens with thick fruit tones of plum, cooked plum and black cherry backed by zesty spice and moist pipe tobacco.",Tenuta Sant'Alfonso,26,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca delle Macìe 2006 Tenuta Sant'Alfonso (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-2006-tenuta-santalfonso-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Rocca delle Macìe ,Red,US,"Zinfandel is still looking for a clear identity in Washington, but this Wahluke Slope vineyard is one of the bright spots for the grape. Very spicy, with a strong herbal tilt, this has peppery and lifted flavors of tart berry and red currant fruit. Just a little heat in the finish.",Stone Tree Vineyard,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Two Vintners 2008 Stone Tree Vineyard Zinfandel (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-vintners-2008-stone-tree-vineyard-zinfandel-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Zinfandel,2008,Two Vintners ,Red,US,"Though not indicated on the bottle, this is Pepper Bridge Vineyard fruit. Soft and lush, it broadens out quickly across the palate, a friendly mix of strawberry, peppery spice, and light toast. Ready for immediate enjoyment.",,29,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Two Vintners 2007 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-vintners-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2007,Two Vintners 13,White,US,"Made in the ripely fruity, jammy, oaky style, this wine is almost over the top in pineapple tart, lemon meringue pie, vanilla cream, butterscotch and buttered toast flavors that approach popcorn. It will appeal to those who like these huge, powerful Chardonnays.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ministry of the Vinterior 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ministry-vinterior-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Ministry of the Vinterior 13.5,Red,Italy,Staccali's bright Chianti Classico is a fresh and easygoing wine with loads of berry intensity and background tones of dried violet and red rose. This no-fuss expression end with crisp freshness and a compact mouthfeel.,,15,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Straccali 2008 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/straccali-2008-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2008,Straccali 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Slightly more concentrated than other Marlborough Pinots in this price range, the 2008 Mana displays modest cherry fruit and an array of savory elements, including game, brine and peppery spice. It's a bit rough around the edges, yet in a charming sort of way. Drink now–2012.",,17,87,Marlborough,,,Mana 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mana-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Mana 13.5,Red,Italy,"Armonia (a Sangiovese-based wine from central Tuscany) offers hot and jammy aromas of cherry maraschino, dried prune and black leather. The wine imparts a thick, chewy feel in the mouth.",Armonia,49,87,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Querciavalle 2005 Armonia Sangiovese (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querciavalle-2005-armonia-sangiovese-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Sangiovese,2005,Querciavalle 13.5,Red,Italy,"Easygoing and fresh with dark fruit tones of plum and dried prune, this Riserva Chianti Rufina would pair with pork or veal stew. The sweet elements in those meat dishes would nicely offset the wine's natural crispness.",Stellario Riserva,15,87,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Scopetani 2006 Stellario Riserva (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scopetani-2006-stellario-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2006,Scopetani 13.5,Red,Italy,"From the La Vis cantina in northern Italy, this is a mature and fruit-forward Morellino di Scansano with clean cherry aromas backed by earthy notes and pressed flowers. The texture is soft, velvety and smooth.",,16,87,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Poggio Morino 2008 Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-morino-2008-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2008,Poggio Morino 15.7,Red,US,"Grab your hamburgers and grilled sausages and wash them down with this spicy, rich Zinfandel. It's silky and sweet in cherry, raspberry and currant flavors, with an edge of milk chocolate and sandalwood. The alcohol is very high, but in keeping with the wine's overall balance.",Private Reserve,32,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Collier Falls 2007 Private Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2007-private-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Collier Falls 15,White,Israel,"A blend of 69% Viognier and 31% Chardonnay, this is a ripe but easy-drinking white with a sweet oak-driven core. Juicy peach, melon and almond skin in the bouquet transition to more tropical fruit driven flavors in the medium-weight creamy mouth.",Avivim Kosher,22,87,Galilee,,,Galil Mountain 2007 Avivim Kosher White (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galil-mountain-2007-avivim-kosher-white-galilee/,White Blend,2007,Galil Mountain 13,Red,Italy,"This bright Sangiovese from Umbria offers a rich, earthy expression of the variety with a bright bouquet of cherry and red rose backed by a crisp mouthfeel and a touch of fruity sweetness.",,12,87,Central Italy,Umbria,,La Carraia 2009 Sangiovese (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carraia-2009-sangiovese-umbria/,Sangiovese,2009,La Carraia 15,Red,US,"Here's a good bottle of Zinfandel. It's dry and full bodied, with rich, spicy flavors of berries, fruit liqueur, roasted coffee, dark chocolate and pepper. A little rustic around the edges, but a fine Zin for drinking now.",,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kokomo 2008 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Kokomo 14.5,White,Israel,"Ripe red apple flesh dominates this wine, with accents of fresh pear, sweet citrus and softly toasted hazelnuts making subtle appearances throughout. Medium weight and balanced with lovely, delicate apple pie spice lingering on the finish.",Yarden Kosher,18,87,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2007 Yarden Kosher Chardonnay (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2007-yarden-kosher-chardonnay-galilee/,Chardonnay,2007,Golan Heights Winery 11,White,US,"A Finger Lakes classic with ebullient white peach, floral and Meyer lemon aromatics. Dry in style with a brisk acidity, it's softened by the sweetness of pink grapefruit and pommelo, and a delicate floral note that lingers on the palate from start to finish.",Dry,18,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2009 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2009-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Glenora 13.5,Red,Italy,"Clove and dark Indian spice is the protagonist here and background aromas of cherry and moist earth play supporting roles. The wine is smooth and soft in the mouth with a bright, zesty close.",Le Vespe,,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Giuliano Tiberi 2007 Le Vespe Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuliano-tiberi-2007-le-vespe-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2007,Giuliano Tiberi 13.5,White,US,"Made in the slightly sweet style that made this bottling famous, this Chardonnay's pineapple, orange and peach flavors are balanced by crisp, coastal acidity. It's a fine sipper at an affordable price.",Vintner's Reserve,14,87,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2009 Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2009-vintners-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Kendall-Jackson 13.8,Red,US,"Made from an unknown blend of grapes, this nonvintage red is good, dry and versatile. It has juicy flavors of blackberries and pepper, with some extra layers of depth that make it a good value for a restaurant by-the-glass wine.",White Label,18,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Greater Purpose NV White Label Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greater-purpose-nv-white-label-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,,Greater Purpose 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Attractive, ripe wine, packed with forward plum and damson fruits. Coffee and bitter chocolate add extra interest. It is smooth, just layered with tannins, ready to drink. Screwcap.",Ciconia,9,87,Alentejano,,,Herdade de São Miguel 2009 Ciconia Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-sao-miguel-2009-ciconia-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2009,Herdade de São Miguel 13,Red,France,"At first taste, the tannins dominate. Then fresher fruit shows through. The wine is firmly dry, the texture linear, the fruit showing some black currant character.",,20,87,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Ramafort 2008 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ramafort-2008-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Ramafort 13.4,Red,US,"Acidity marks this fresh, young Pinot Noir. It's as if the raspberry and cherry wine has been enlivened with a splash or three of lime juice. This primary fruit tartness may be because the wine was bottled and rushed to market too early. Don't drink it now. Give it a year or two to integrate.",Morning Dew Vineyard,47,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Drew 2009 Morning Dew Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drew-2009-morning-dew-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Drew 13,White,Spain,"Maybe it's the Viura, becuase this $9 wine seems cleaner, rounder and slightly better than the winery's higher-priced pure Verdejos. Look for generic but fresh peach and citrus aromas and then lip-smacking citrus flavors. Finishes composed and clean, with lasting grapefruit flavor. 60% Verdejo and 40% Viura.",Isabelino,9,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Reina de Castilla 2009 Isabelino Verdejo-Viura (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reina-castilla-2009-isabelino-white-blend-verdejo-viura-rueda/,Verdejo-Viura,2009,Reina de Castilla 13,Red,Italy,"Bright and crisp with tart berry aromas, this Chianti Rufina offers simple tastes followed by easy freshness, smoothness and overall mouthfeel.",,,87,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Villa Travignoli 2008 Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-travignoli-2008-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2008,Villa Travignoli 13.8,Red,Israel,"Sourced from the Moshav Alma Vineyard located 624 meters above sea level, this Cab is balanced but concentrated with strong notes of black raspberry, plum and cherry laced with vanilla-driven oak and Asian spice accents. Medium weight but lively with a juicy midpalate that transitions nicely into the cocoa-infused finish.",Altitude Series +624 Kosher,45,87,Galil,,,Barkan 2007 Altitude Series +624 Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Galil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barkan-2007-altitude-series-624-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-galil/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Barkan 14,Red,Spain,"Earthy and baked on the nose, with rubber, black fruits and warm, almost burnt leather notes. The palate has a lively, dense mouthfeel and flavors of earthy berry fruits and raisin. Definitely on the warm and roasted side but still balanced and interesting. Drink now.",Selección,18,87,Central Spain,Mentrida,,Arrayán 2006 Selección Red (Mentrida),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrayan-2006-seleccion-red-mentrida/,Red Blend,2006,Arrayán 12,Red,US,"There's a nice complexity to the nose on this beguiling New Jersey Cab Franc—dark red fruit melded with bramble, dried herbs and minerally slate and stone notes. The medium-bodied palate is concentrated with red fruit and a hint of menthol but balanced acidity and minerality give it a lean, elegant profile.",Reserve,17,87,New Jersey,New Jersey,,Amalthea Cellars 2006 Reserve Cabernet Franc (New Jersey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalthea-cellars-2006-reserve-cabernet-franc-new-jersey/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Amalthea Cellars 12,White,US,"Clean and refreshing with an abundance of sweet Meyer lemon and pommelo notes on the nose and palate, this is another great example of Finger Lakes Pinot Gris. Medium-bodied with a luscious, mouth-quenching quality, it's carried from start to finish by a lingering white floral note and pleasant grapefruit pith astringency.",Peace,17,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Imagine Moore 2009 Peace Pinot Gris (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagine-moore-2009-peace-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-finger-lakes/,Pinot Gris,2009,Imagine Moore 13.8,Red,US,"Young and fresh, this Pinot stars ripe, primary fruit flavors of raspberries and cherries, and lots of zingy acidity. It's jammy and sweet, like the filling from a fruit pie or tart. Delicious, but lacking a certain seriousness. May develop bottle complexity over the next several years.",Valenti Vineyard,36,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Drew 2008 Valenti Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drew-2008-valenti-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2008,Drew 13.5,Red,Italy,"Avignonesi takes a traditionalists' approach to most of its wines, including this ruby-colored Rosso di Montepulciano. Slightly muddled aromas of cherry and dried raspberry mingle with tobacco, leather and spice.",,19,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Avignonesi 2008 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avignonesi-2008-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-rosso-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2008,Avignonesi 14.5,Red,Portugal,"Almost black in color, this is a wine with a tarry feel, its tannins soft. It is dense, spicy and smoky, with prune and tangy wood flavors. A tight layer of acidity emerges at the end.",Quinta do Outeiro Tinto,19,86,Algarve,,,Paxá Wines 2008 Quinta do Outeiro Tinto Red (Algarve),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paxa-wines-2008-quinta-outeiro-tinto-red-algarve/,Portuguese Red,2008,Paxá Wines 13,White,US,"This is a good, dry Pinot Grigio, offering consumers the crisp tartness and tangy citrus and spice flavors that have made the variety so popular. Great price, at the equivalent of $6.25 per bottle.",3 L,25,85,California,California Other,California,Black Box 2009 3 L Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-box-2009-3-l-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Black Box 12.5,White,Spain,"Light in color and more neutral and clean smelling than anything. The palate is airy and offers simple, pleasant melon and pear flavors. About as easygoing as they come; a no-frills white wine that's tasty, lightweight and a bit sweet.",,11,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Gran Cardiel 2009 Verdejo-Viura (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gran-cardiel-2009-white-blend-verdejo-viura-rueda/,Verdejo-Viura,2009,Gran Cardiel 14,Dessert,US,"Sweet, but not very, and lacks the rich opulence you want in a dessert red wine. Shows plenty of raspberry and cherry flavor, but would benefit from greater intensity and sweetness.",Late Harvest,28,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Collier Falls 2009 Late Harvest Primitivo (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2009-late-harvest-zinfandel-primitivo-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Primitivo,2009,Collier Falls ,Red,US,"This is mostly Tempranillo, with smaller portions of Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot in the blend. There is plenty of acidity, some subtle suggestions of blood and fresh herb, along with pale berry fruit and soft tannins.",Tinto,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pomum 2008 Tinto Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomum-cellars-2008-tinto-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Pomum 12.5,Red,Italy,"Piccini's Chianti is an immensely successful value wine that shows the ease and informality that once characterized the wines of central Italy. Made with Sangiovese, it's a thin, crisp and cherry-driven expression.",,9,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Piccini 2009 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2009-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2009,Piccini 12.5,White,Portugal,"Soft wine, with simple pear and white currant fruit flavors. It tastes flat, one-dimensional, the acidity muted.",Reserva Branco,9,84,Alentejano,,,Monte Novo e Figueirinha 2009 Reserva Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-novo-e-figueirinha-2009-reserva-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2009,Monte Novo e Figueirinha ,Red,Spain,"Sweet, candied, minty and easygoing on the nose, then crisp and fresh in the mouth, with basic, stripped-down plum, berry and citrus flavors. Finishes fruity and fresh, with a mild candied sweetness.",Valdemoreda,7,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Valdemar 2008 Valdemoreda (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-valdemar-2008-valdemoreda-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Bodegas Valdemar 14.5,Rose,US,"Pretty dark in color and heavy for a rosé, with a slightly sweet, syrupy mouthfeel. But the raspberry, cherry and rose petal flavors are very rich.",Steinbeck Vineyard Syrah,17,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2009 Steinbeck Vineyard Syrah Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2009-steinbeck-vineyard-syrah-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2009,Eberle 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This starts off nicely enough, with hints of cherries, rose petals and cedar, but the promise isn't quite fulfilled on the palate, which is lightweight and simple, with cedar- and coffee-tinged oak gradually taking over.",,34,84,Central Otago,,,Maude 2008 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maude-2008-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Maude 13,Red,Italy,"This no-fuss value wine offers one-dimensional fruit aromas and a fresh, but compact feel. It would make a perfect pairing partner to spicy barbecued ribs.",,14,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,Fattoria di San Quintino 2008 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-san-quintino-2008-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2008,Fattoria di San Quintino 12.5,Red,France,"Bright, fresh wine with a light wood touch. The acidity highlights black currant flavors exacerbated by some greenness.",La Patache,10,84,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Domaines Lapalu 2008 La Patache (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-lapalu-2008-patache-cabernet-sauvignon-medoc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Domaines Lapalu 12.5,Red,Portugal,"Freshly perfumed, almost sweet in character. It has flavors that hint at fruit candies, the acidity so light, the structure so gentle.",,7,84,Portuguese Table Wine,,,Caves Bonifacio 2009 Red (Portuguese Table Wine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-bonifacio-2009-red-portuguese-table-wine/,Portuguese Red,2009,Caves Bonifacio ,White,US,"Bandit's wines come in one liter cartons, so you get an extra one third of a bottle, and also do a lot of good things for the environment, as the packaging relentlessly explains. Inside—well, rather plain. Light flavors of apple and tea, a watery midpalate, and a lightly sugary finish.",,8,84,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Bandit 2009 Riesling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bandit-2009-riesling-other/,Riesling,2009,Bandit 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Pleasant Marlborough Pinot Noir, but nothing more than that. Supple tannins frame flavors of cherries, parsnip and sassafras, all finishing a bit short. Drink now.",,24,84,Marlborough,,,Allan Scott 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allan-scott-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Allan Scott 12,Red,US,"Whispers of tobacco leaf and cherry cola on the nose combine with a palate full of ripe black cherries on Hazlitt's easygoing, everyday Cabernet Franc. Soft tannins accented by woody notes of bramble and dried herbs make for a smooth, earthy finish.",,22,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 2008 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hazlitt-1852-2008-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,1852,Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards 12.5,Red,France,"Berry fruits and very soft tannins mark this wine. It has a green pepper edge to it, allied to high acidity. Drink within two years.",,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Grand Rolland 2008 Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-rolland-2008-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Grand Rolland 14.5,Red,Spain,"Smells roasted and stemmy, with a burnt leaf and turned earth quality to the bouquet. Herbal, scratchy berry and plum flavors feel rough and don't exhibit enough freshness. Simply put: it's a leafy, muddled Ribera wine.",Torre de Golbán Crianza,17,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Atalayas de Golbán 2006 Torre de Golbán Crianza (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atalayas-golban-2006-torre-crianza-tempranillo-tinto-fino-ribera-duero/,Tinto Fino,2006,Atalayas de Golbán ,White,Spain,"This warm-climate Viura hits with plodding barrel aromas and flavors but there's not a lot of high-quality natural material to support that much faux/forced oak. Along the way it hints at mealy apple, spice, cinnamon powder and resin. A lot of noise but not much music.",Blanco,8,83,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2009 Blanco Viura (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2009-blanco-spanish-white-viura-campo-borja/,Viura,2009,Borsao 12.5,Red,Portugal,"Soft, light, flavored with raspberry and red fruit. There is a gentle tannin character to this open, fresh wine.",Bonifácio,7,83,Portuguese Table Wine,,,Caves Bonifacio 2009 Bonifácio Red (Portuguese Table Wine),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-bonifacio-2009-bonifacio-red-portuguese-table-wine/,Portuguese Red,2009,Caves Bonifacio 14,Rose,Spain,"Mealy and heavy smelling, but with decent background fruit aromas and sweetness. Frankly, this already seems to be past its prime, evidenced by creamy, flat flavors of bland fruit and caramel. The finish needs snap and crispness but doesn't have any; a bit too sweet, candied and bitter already.",,8,83,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2009 Rosé (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2009-rose-campo-borja/,Rosé,2009,Borsao 13.5,White,US,"There are some interesting notes of earth and bramble in this everything- but-the-kitchen-sink blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cab Franc, Syrah and Sangiovese, but unfortunately they're dominated by notes of dried herbs and stalky green.",Saggio,26,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ventosa 2007 Saggio Red (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventosa-2007-saggio-red-finger-lakes/,Red Blend,2007,Ventosa 13,Red,Italy,"Extremely easy and thin, this no-fuss Rosso di Montepulciano would wash down well with chicken wings or spicy potato skins.",Selciaia,,83,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Fassati 2009 Selciaia (Rosso di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fassati-2009-selciaia-sangiovese-rosso-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2009,Fassati 13,White,US,"Gets the job done with modest tangerine, pineapple and cream flavors. Nice and crisp and dry, but it's pretty thin.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Happy Camper 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-camper-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Happy Camper 14.7,White,US,"Nothing charming about this wine, which is sweet, acidic and fruity, like a Lifesaver pineapple and lemon candy. Pretty expensive for what you get.",Charm Acres,24,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Pali 2009 Charm Acres Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pali-2009-charm-acres-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Pali ,Red,US,"Chandler Reach grew the grapes for this big, chewy, rather blocky Merlot. It offers pleasant red fruits and light chocolaty barrel notes.",,33,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Northwest Totem Cellars 2006 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northwest-totem-cellars-2006-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,2006,Northwest Totem Cellars ,Red,US,"Essentially a Cabernet Franc with Merlot and Sangiovese in the blend, this easy-drinking red wine feels a bit generic. One-dimensional berry and pale cherry fruit flavors quickly fade into light tannins.",Red,18,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),San Juan Vineyards 2008 Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-juan-2008-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,San Juan Vineyards 13,White,US,"Curiously perfumed with notes of roasted hazelnuts and fresh apples, this is a savory, dry Chardonnay. Full bodied in style with notes of nut oil and nut skins throughout, it ends with a hint of wood sap astringency on the finish.",,15,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Shaw 2005 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shaw-2005-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2005,Shaw ,Red,US,"This nonvintage red is a serviceable blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Zinfandel. Sharp, spicy and tannic, it has a bit of a green streak through the finish.",Vinosity,20,83,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Latah Creek NV Vinosity Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latah-creek-nv-vinosity-red-other/,Red Blend,,Latah Creek 13,White,Canada,"Smoky and dark with hints of petrol and potpourri, this full-bodied late-harvest Gewürz has a pleasantly off-dry, honeyed palate, but suffers from some tired, dusty notes and a burnt caramel finish.",Late Harvest,18,83,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Konzelmann 2008 Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/konzelmann-2008-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-niagara-peninsula/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Konzelmann 13,Rose,Portugal,"A cherry-pink-colored wine, soft and full-bodied. Flavors are of wild strawberries, red cherry with a touch of pepper. The wine feels fat, missing acidity.",Paxá,10,83,Algarve,,,Paxá Wines 2009 Paxá Rosé (Algarve),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paxa-wines-2009-paxa-rose-algarve/,Rosé,2009,Paxá Wines 14,Red,US,"Tastes thick, old and tired, losing cherry and raspberry fruit and leaving behind vegetal notes. Not going anywhere.",,39,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Canihan 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canihan-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Canihan 12,White,US,"Grassy and green with tart gooseberries and hints of honeysuckle and pineapple on the nose and palate, this dry wine a little lacking in concentration but refreshing with zippy acidity.",Bliss,18,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Imagine Moore 2009 Bliss Sauvignon Blanc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagine-moore-2009-bliss-sauvignon-blanc-finger-lakes/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Imagine Moore 14.1,Red,US,"From Guenoc a blend of Bordeaux varieties (43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Petite Verdot, 20% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc) that veers into the overly tannic side of Cab without quite the right balance of fruit. Not much on the nose or finish.",,20,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Guenoc 2007 Meritage (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2007-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Meritage,2007,Guenoc 13,Red,Italy,Tiamo is a playful (and organic) expression of Sangiovese that opens with sweet fruit and spice followed by thin crispness and tonic freshness.,,12,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,Tiamo 2009 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiamo-2009-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2009,Tiamo 13,Red,New Zealand,"Saint Clair's main 2008 Pinot Noir features tart, pie-cherry fruit with some slightly woody, stemmy notes running through it. It's medium-bodied, with a bit of bitter char to the finish. Drink now.",,20,84,Marlborough,,,Saint Clair 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Saint Clair 12.5,White,US,"Freshly squeezed lemons, lime and pretty white florals perfume this dry, medium-bodied Pinot Grigio. The palate is clean with juicy white grapefruit flavors and some interesting minerality, but it's a bit lacking in concentration.",,16,84,North Carolina,Swan Creek,,Raffaldini 2009 Pinot Grigio (Swan Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raffaldini-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-swan-creek/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Raffaldini 13.5,Red,Chile,"The nose delivers solid, generally clean berry aromas with lift. The palate is bouncy, shows decent acidity, and bumps along while offering standard red berry flavors in front of a light, medicinal finish. Good everyday Cab for the price.",,7,84,Central Valley,,,Pepperwood Grove 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Pepperwood Grove 14.3,Red,Portugal,"Smoky, meaty aromas, with bacon flavors, bitter coffee and spice. It is rustic, its texture ragged around the edge. A wine that demands spicy barbecue food.",Tinto,13,84,Algarve,,,Paxá Wines 2009 Tinto Red (Algarve),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paxa-wines-2009-tinto-red-algarve/,Portuguese Red,2009,Paxá Wines 12.5,White,Spain,"This is an unusual white blend from Mallorca that uses the native Premsal grape along with 15% Muscat. It smells a little funky and sweaty, and while the feel is angular the palate isn't bad. Tastes sort of fruitless, with a bit of green melon. O.K. for a weird wine, but it's hollow and short on flavor.",Quíbia,15,84,Spanish Islands,Vi de la Terra Mallorca,,Ànima Negra 2009 Quíbia White (Vi de la Terra Mallorca),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anima-negra-2009-quibia-white-vi-terra-mallorca/,White Blend,2009,Ànima Negra 14.1,Red,US,"So acidic, it's almost sour, and the cherry and cranberry fruit isn't rich enough to offset that tartness. As a result, it feels unbalanced and uncomfortable.",HMR Estate Vineyard,35,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2008 HMR Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2008-hmr-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2008,Adelaida 14,Red,Chile,"Fairly murky and herbal at first, with leafy, muddy aromas. It improves after that, delivering a syrupy dark fruit palate with creaminess, lactic vanilla flavors, blackberry fruit and peppery spice. Big, sweet, herbal and clumsy, but also fruity and generous.",Reserva,9,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2009 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2009-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Luis Felipe Edwards ,White,US,"An off-dry blend of Viognier, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer and Riesling, this has a full midpalate with plenty of peach and apricot fruit. From there it stays simple and slightly sweet right through the finish.",Stormy Mountain White,18,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Lake Chelan,Lake Chelan 2009 Stormy Mountain White White (Lake Chelan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-chelan-2009-stormy-mountain-white-columbia-valley-lake-chelan/,White Blend,2009,Lake Chelan ,Red,US,"A very light Syrah, with pleasant watermelon and raspberry fruit, that hangs in there until the fairly soft tannins take over.",Rivers Bend Vineyard,28,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Lake Chelan 2008 Rivers Bend Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-chelan-2008-rivers-bend-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2008,Lake Chelan 13,White,Spain,"Smells like air freshener and white flowers. The palate is spongey and a bit low on life, while the flavors lean toward citrus but lack purity and zap, which is further drilled in on the waxy finish. Once upon a time Basa was a leading white value from Spain; lately it has been average at best.",Basa Blanco,15,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Telmo Rodríguez 2009 Basa Blanco White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-2009-basa-blanco-white-rueda/,White Blend,2009,Telmo Rodríguez 13.9,White,US,"The line between tart gooseberries and that strong ammonia smell is a thin one. This Sauvignon Blanc steps just over the edge. The price is fine, and the wine is dry and crisp in citrus fruit flavors, but it is a little too green.",,14,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Souverain 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/souverain-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Souverain 14.5,Red,US,"Very dry and somewhat gritty, a tough, fibrous Pinot Noir with cherry and cola flavors. Feels bitter and tannic all the way through, and lacks richness, but it's silky and modestly varietal.",,24,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 2009 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2009-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Simi 13,Red,Spain,"Light on fruit but loaded with mocha and milk chocolate aromas. The palate is lean to average in feel and lightly stewed tasting, with creamy, soupy red berry flavors as the backdrop. Finishes with a persistent baked flavor and a final dollop of milk chocolate.",Reserva,11,84,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Viña Albali 2006 Reserva Red (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-albali-2006-reserva-tempranillo-blend-valdepenas/,Tempranillo Blend,2006,Viña Albali 13.5,Red,Chile,"Rubber and earth aromas lead to a mix of berry fruit scents and a pinch of vinegar. It's firm in the mouth, with cranberry and herbal raspberry flavors. Gives about as much as it can but at the same time it shows a tart, basic, mildly herbal DNA.",Selected Terroir,10,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2009 Selected Terroir Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2009-selected-terroir-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Santa Ema 13.9,Dessert,Israel,"A light but sweet white with notes of fresh peach, lemon oil, melon and white florals. The mouth is full but balanced with good acidity and a softly spiced finish. Drink now.",Yarden Kosher,18,84,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2008 Yarden Kosher Muscat (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2008-yarden-kosher-muscat-galilee/,Muscat,2008,Golan Heights Winery 14.5,Red,Israel,"Concentrated and rich with strong kirsch and raspberry jam flavors that fill the medium-weight mouth. A touch of spice appears on the close, but otherwise this is a straightforward and easygoing quaff.",Yarden Kosher,25,84,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2005 Yarden Kosher Syrah (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2005-yarden-kosher-shiraz-syrah-syrah-galilee/,Syrah,2005,Golan Heights Winery 28,Red,Spain,"Opens with pasty, oaky aromas and very little fruit or clarity. The palate is flat in feel and thick, with woody, medicinal flavors. Finishes with a pile of woodspice and not a whole lot else. Generic and uninspired for the price.",Vendimia Seleccionada,28,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Casajús 2006 Vendimia Seleccionada (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casajus-2006-vendimia-seleccionada-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2006,Casajús 12.5,White,US,"French oak aging makes this rich and creamy with loads of buttery, salted popcorn, toast and vanilla. Dry and full bodied with a luscious mouthfeel, there's a bright, grassy gooseberry note hiding behind all of the oaky richness that could use a bit more attention.",Fumé Blanc,15,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,White Springs 2009 Fumé Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-springs-2009-fume-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-finger-lakes/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,White Springs 12.8,White,US,"Savory on the nose and palate with notes of cooked apples, pears and spice, Silver Thread's Chardonnay is subdued in style but easy going for everyday enjoyment. A dry, medium bodied wine with a squirt of lemony acidity that brightens the mid-palate.",,15,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Silver Thread 2008 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-thread-2008-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Silver Thread 14,Red,Chile,"Starts with hard, charred, overly oaky aromas. After some settling the wine remains somewhat scratchy and tannic, with flavors of raspberry, dry spice and wood resin. A little fiery and overoaked for standard Merlot.",Classic Series,12,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2009 Classic Series Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2009-classic-series-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2009,Montes 14,Red,Spain,"A big, jammy youngster with earth and rubber on the nose. Firm, bullish and tannic but also lively, dark-fruited and touched up with bacon. Finishes with heat and bitterness. Meaty and rugged yet still pretty good.",Manon,8,84,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Mano A Mano 2008 Manon Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mano-a-mano-2008-manon-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2008,Mano A Mano 13,White,US,"Tropical on the nose with lots of melon, guava and pineapple, this is reminiscent of fruit cocktail on both the nose and palate. Despite it's juicy profile, however, it lacks in intensity, but a clean minerality and bright, citrusy acidity keep it refreshing.",,19,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-2009-sauvignon-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Palmer ,Red,US,"Aggressively tannic, this is an earthy red wine with a lot of barrel influence. The fruit vanishes into a mélange of pepper, clove, coffee and tannin.",Low Man,33,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Northwest Totem Cellars 2007 Low Man Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northwest-totem-cellars-2007-low-man-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Northwest Totem Cellars 14,Red,Italy,"There's a beefy, meaty element on the nose that is not completely masked by the sweet nature of the fruit and cherry aromas also present. The wine's texture is thick and slightly gritty.",Cerretello,,84,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Pieve de' Pitti 2007 Cerretello (Chianti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieve-pitti-2007-cerretello-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,2007,Pieve de' Pitti 14.5,White,US,"Simple, with slightly sweet aromas and flavors of buttered toast, popcorn and butterscotch Lifesaver candy drops. A disappointment for a bottling that's been far better in the past.",Cuvée Sauvage,40,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Franciscan 2007 Cuvée Sauvage Chardonnay (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2007-cuvee-sauvage-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Chardonnay,2007,Franciscan 14.5,Red,Spain,"Rustic, flat and chemical at first, with offsetting caramel sweetness to the nose. The palate is big and dark, with herbal, candied flavors and a peppery, creamy finish. Not the most pure wine to process but for 85% Alicante Bouschet it's not bad and seems to get better in the glass.",Vergel Joven,14,84,Levante,Alicante,,La Bodega de Pinoso 2008 Vergel Joven Red (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-pinoso-2008-vergel-joven-red-alicante/,Red Blend,2008,La Bodega de Pinoso 14.3,Red,US,"Blended with 20% Zinfandel, this Sangiovese is dry, acidic and somewhat harsh in the mouth. It has cherry, raspberry, tobacco and herb flavors that finish a little medicinal.",Riatta,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,JanKris 2009 Riatta Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jankris-2009-riatta-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sangiovese,2009,JanKris 13.8,White,US,"This is a pleasurable but ultimately simple wine, crisp and appealing in rather sweet orange, pineapple and apple fruit juice flavors.",,22,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Jacella 2009 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacella-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Jacella 15,Red,Israel,"Sweet and reduced with notes of kirsch, black plum juice, black currant liqueur and a touch of sweet spice. There's a serious coffee core to the round mouth and finish that seems a tad overwhelming.",Yarden Kela Vineyard Kosher,50,84,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2005 Yarden Kela Vineyard Kosher Merlot (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2005-yarden-kela-vineyard-kosher-merlot-galilee/,Merlot,2005,Golan Heights Winery 13,White,Portugal,"Fat wine, with yellow fruits, a full-bodied texture and only light acidity. It feels heavy in the mouth.",Dona Maria Branco,,84,Alentejano,,,Dona Maria-Júlio Bastos 2009 Dona Maria Branco White (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-maria-julio-bastos-2009-branco-white-alentejano/,Portuguese White,2009,Dona Maria-Júlio Bastos 13,Rose,US,"With a nice, silky texture and good acidity, this slightly sweet rosé pleases with flavors of raspberries, vanilla and cinnamon spice. Good now with burgers, roast chicken, potstickers.",Syrah,16,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 2009 Syrah Rosé (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-2009-syrah-rose-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rosé,2009,Buttonwood Farm 14.9,Red,US,"Very fruity, but weirdly acidic, giving the blackberry and black cherry flavors a sour candy taste. Despite the pretty flavors, the acidity doesn't taste natural and is off-putting.",,32,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Adelaida ,Red,US,"This Merlot/Cabernet blend is simple and one dimensional. Light suggestions of cherry and herb, with moderate tannins and balancing acids.",Storm Front,24,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Convergence Zone 2008 Storm Front Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/convergence-zone-2008-storm-front-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2008,Convergence Zone 13.9,Red,US,"A wine that teases at first with an inviting jammy nose and some decent texture and structure that unfortunately doesn't hold up over time, its blackberry and blueberry flavors devolving into a less palatable touch of green.",,15,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Matchbook 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matchbook-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Matchbook 12.5,Red,Israel,"Light and soft with dainty aromas of red cherry skins, plum and cola. The mouth is subtle and the finish somewhat fleeting. Drink now.",Classic Kosher,13,84,Negev,,,Barkan 2009 Classic Kosher Pinot Noir (Negev),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barkan-2009-classic-kosher-pinot-noir-negev/,Pinot Noir,2009,Barkan 12.5,Red,US,"Marked by sharp acidity, jagged tannins and some green flavors, this is pretty standard stuff. That being said, it's the best Pinot Noir at this price in California. Dry and silky, with raspberry, cola and black tea flavors.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,Backhouse 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backhouse-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Backhouse 12.2,White,US,"Aged in French oak, there's some captivating smoke, toast and butterscotch aromas on this medium-bodied Chard. The palate is on the leaner side without a lot of persistence or depth, but it's an elegant wine for everyday.",Reserve,14,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2008-reserve-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Wagner 13.8,White,US,"Sweet and sour, with candied pineapple and butterscotch flavors as well as brisk acidity, leading to a sugary finish. Okay as an everyday Chardonnay.",,13,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Fleur de California 2008 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-california-2008-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Fleur de California 14,Red,Spain,"Dark and baked on the nose, with rubbery aromas. Strong, strapping and tannic Tempranillo with roasted black fruit flavors and herbal shadings. A rough, tough style with heat and black coffee on the finish.",El Albar Lurton,12,84,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,François Lurton 2008 El Albar Lurton Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2008-el-albar-lurton-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2008,François Lurton 12.4,White,US,"Fresh and apple-y on the nose with a bright shower of lemon-lime acidity, this off-dry Riesling is an excellent everyday wine with abundant apple and citrus flavors and a hint of sweet spice.",Hickory Hollow Semi-Dry,13,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Seneca Lake,Highland Cellars 2008 Hickory Hollow Semi-Dry Riesling (Seneca Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highland-cellars-2008-hickory-hollow-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes-seneca-lake/,Riesling,2008,Highland Cellars 12.5,White,Portugal,"A rather sharp wine, its fruit very citric with the tang of acid sherbet flavors textured with lemon zest and white currants.",,,84,Lisboa,,,Quinta de Chocapalha 2009 Arinto (Lisboa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-chocapalha-2009-portuguese-white-arinto-lisboa/,Arinto,2009,Quinta de Chocapalha 13.5,Red,Chile,"Rubbery black fruit aromas are the opening blast, and this being basic varietal Carmenère, it's also leafy and herbal. The palate features roasted black fruit flavors that have a green edge, while the feel is warm and chewy.",,11,84,Central Valley,,,oops 2009 Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oops-2009-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2009,oops 14,Red,Chile,"Initial aromas of black olive and herbs yield to rubber and leather and finally staunch sweatiness. The palate is sweet and gummy, with prune, soft black fruits and finally a mushy, syrupy finish. Good enough but with a few pitfalls.",Reserva,9,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2009 Reserva Malbec (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2009-reserva-malbec-maipo-valley/,Malbec,2009,Santa Alicia 13,White,New Zealand,"Light in weight, this is a simple, citrusy sipper, with modest grapefruit and herb elements and a touch of crushed tomato leaf for character. Seems a touch sweet on the finish. Drink up.",,13,84,Marlborough,,,Ketu Bay 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ketu-bay-2009-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Ketu Bay 14,Red,Italy,"Castello di Spaltenna is a 90-10 blend of Sangiovese and Syrah that opens with simple but genuine cherry, almond and spice aromas. In the mouth, the wine is tight, crisp and streamlined.",Castello di Spaltenna,17,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Vignamaggio 2007 Castello di Spaltenna (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-vignamaggio-2007-castello-spaltenna-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Villa Vignamaggio 13.6,Dessert,US,"Not a great success. It's sweet, but not enough to be satisfying given the flavors— citrus fruits edged with unripe vegetal.",Late Harvest,39,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2008 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2008-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Merry Edwards 13.5,White,US,"Albariño works in California when it's completely dry and minerally, because the variety's high acidity and citrus flavors make for a crisp, mouthwatering wine. The trouble with this one is that it's not dry. It has sugary citrus flavors, and that makes it acceptable but disappointing from this fine producer.",Las Brisas Vineyard,18,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mahoney 2009 Las Brisas Vineyard Albariño (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahoney-2009-las-brisas-vineyard-albarino-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Albariño,2009,Mahoney 14.2,White,US,"Tastes as sugary sweet as a pineapple, orange and mango fruit juice drink. There's no oak, so what you get is pure fruit.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sextant 2009 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sextant-2009-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Sextant 14.9,Red,US,"Somewhat rustic and sweet, but a decent Zin to drink at parties and barbecues. It's soft and tasty in blackberries, cherries, chocolate and spices.",Wheelhouse,20,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sextant 2008 Wheelhouse Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sextant-2008-wheelhouse-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Sextant 13,Red,US,"The nose and palate of this fruit-forward Cab Franc (with an added splash of Merlot) is lush with sweet ripe red plums, spice and a hint of char. It's easy drinking but a bit broad and lacking in intensity or zing.",,20,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Osprey's Dominion 2007 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ospreys-dominion-2007-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Osprey's Dominion ,Red,US,"The Phinny Hill Vineyard is an excellent fruit source, but here there are clearly green tannins, and fruit flavors that seem underripe. It has the varietal flavors of Carmenère all right, but perhaps just a bit too green for most palates.",Phinny Hill Vineyard,28,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Northwest Cellars 2007 Phinny Hill Vineyard Carmenère (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northwest-cellars-2007-phinny-hill-vineyard-carmenere-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Carmenère,2007,Northwest Cellars ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dark in color, with spice and some concentration. The wine, though, is spoiled by volatility and a huge and unbalancing acidity. Nor is the spirit really integrated.",Quinta São Luis Vintage,68,84,Port,,,Kopke 2008 Quinta São Luis Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopke-2008-quinta-sao-luis-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Kopke 14.3,White,US,"Made in a frankly sweet style, this Sauvignon Blanc has sugary flavors of lemon, lime and pineapple Lifesaver candy droplets. It's okay for folks who like a simple, approachable white wine.",,28,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jericho Canyon Vineyard 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jericho-canyon-vineyard-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Jericho Canyon Vineyard 15.9,Red,US,"Jammy and fruity in raspberries, cherries and cocoa, this blend also has some overripe notes that veer into currants and raisins. It's a dry, rustic wine to drink now.",Crossfire,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,JanKris 2009 Crossfire Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jankris-2009-crossfire-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2009,JanKris 16,Red,US,"The price isn't bad on this soft, sweet non-vintage blend. It has candied flavors of berries, cherries and cola.",Estate,11,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,2 Cocky Sisters NV Estate Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/2-cocky-sisters-nv-estate-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,,2 Cocky Sisters 15.6,Red,US,"Even if you're a defender of high alcohol wines, this Syrah is over the top. Clocking in at 15.6%, it's chili pepper hot, despite rich flavors of blackberries.",Estate,36,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Harrison Clarke 2007 Estate Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harrison-clarke-2007-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Harrison Clarke 13,Red,Spain,"Sweet and raisiny, and not in the best shape. This mature Rioja is drying in the mouth and a bit overaged already; it tastes of raisin, coffee and spice, but there's a bit of heat and baked character to it as well. For an '04 reserva it's just not as lively and fresh as it should be.",Reserva,17,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Conde de Jauregui 2004 Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-jauregui-2004-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2004,Conde de Jauregui 13,Red,Portugal,"A very light-colored wine, almost rosé, typical of the Bastardo grape, which has almost disappeared in the Douro. In that sense, this is a curiosity and the farmyard taste says much of why it is rarely found.",Conceito Bastardo,30,84,Duriense,,,Conceito Vinhos 2009 Conceito Bastardo Bastardo (Duriense),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conceito-vinhos-2009-bastardo-portuguese-red-bastardo-duriense/,Bastardo,2009,Conceito Vinhos 13.5,White,US,"A little thin for a Chardonnay, but bone dry and elegant, with lemon and lime flavors and a touch of tangy minerals. Zesty acidity provides a brisk, mouthwatering scour. Easy to drink, at an easy price.",3 L,25,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Black Box 2009 3 L Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-box-2009-3-l-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Black Box 13.5,Red,US,"This is a sound, everyday red wine, at a good price for the equivalent of four bottles per box. It's dryish to semi-sweet, full-bodied and fruity in blackberry and cherry jam.",,25,84,California,California Other,California,Black Box 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-box-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Black Box 13,Red,New Zealand,"Crafted by well-known winemaker Alan McCorkindale, this is a lightweight, easy-to-drink Pinot at a reasonable price. Cherry fruit leads the way, with delicate herbal overtones and a bit of coffee. The fruit is slightly confectionary, but balanced by crisp acids on the finish. Drink now.",,19,85,Central Otago,,,Thatched Hut 2008 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thatched-hut-2008-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2008,Thatched Hut 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Chianti Classico opens with slightly caramelized aromas of butterscotch and cola backed by mature fruit, prune and dried plum. The mouthfeel is thin and crisp with some grittiness in the texture.",,25,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Tenuta Villa Trasqua 2007 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-villa-trasqua-2007-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Tenuta Villa Trasqua 13,Red,Italy,Straccali hits that value wine sweet spot with this easy expression of Chianti. The wine is bright and simple but the clean berry nuances are enough to pair with pizza or stay-home leftovers.,,9,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Straccali 2009 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/straccali-2009-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2009,Straccali 13.5,Red,Chile,"Dark cherry aromas come with char before turning more open and floral. The palate is healthy and offers regular, pleasant cassis-driven flavors. Dries out and fades quickly on the finish, with bitterness, but overall it's a good, standard Cab with a hint of oak character.",Private Reserve,13,85,Maule Valley,,,Viña el Aromo 2009 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-el-aromo-2009-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Viña el Aromo 12.8,Red,US,"Soft in acids, with gentle, dusty tannins and an official alcohol level of only 12.8%, this straightforward Cabernet offers pleasant raspberry and tobacco flavors. It's light-bodied and dry.",,48,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Regale Winery and Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/regale-winery-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Regale Winery and Vineyards 13,White,Israel,"Soft chalk and white florals add interest to the bouquet of this Chard. The mouth is more typical with flavors of mushy peach, mealy red apple and sweet Clementine citrus. A creamy texture veers toward feeling a bit fat, but the finish is clean. Drink now.",,15,85,Galilee,,,Recanati 2009 Chardonnay (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2009-chardonnay-galilee/,Chardonnay,2009,Recanati 13,Red,Italy,MorAle is an impressive value wine that delivers the freshness and clean straightforwardness you can expect of Sangiovese backed by the warmth and texture you get in sunny Romagna in central Italy.,MorAle,10,85,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna,,Poderi Morini 2008 MorAle (Sangiovese di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-morini-2008-morale-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna/,Sangiovese,2008,Poderi Morini 13.5,Red,Italy,"Chianti Rufina 813 is characterized by thick texture and smoothness backed by pungent layers of cherry, plum, rose and sweet almond paste. There's a final kick of acidity that leaves the palate fresh.",813,15,85,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Scopetani 2006 813 (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scopetani-2006-813-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2006,Scopetani 13,Red,Italy,"From near the city of Arezzo in eastern Tuscany, this bright Chianti moves forward over the palate with fresh blueberry and cherry flavors.",,,85,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Aretini,,Villa Cilnia 2006 Chianti Colli Aretini,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-cilnia-2006-sangiovese-chianti-colli-aretini/,Sangiovese,2006,Villa Cilnia 14,Red,Spain,"Light and citrusy on the nose, with hints of spice, sweet cherry and dusty earth. The palate has a drawn, lean feel along with freshness and flavors of red fruits, plum and mild spice. Offers enough good character and power to be worth a go.",Primum Vitae,15,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Vallformosa 2008 Primum Vitae (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallformosa-2008-primum-vitae-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Vallformosa 13,Red,Italy,"Inspired by the ancient via Francigena pilgrimage route (antiche vie) that once linked Canterbury and Rome, this easygoing Chianti offers tart cherry and sour berry aromas with a tight, crisp mouthfeel.",Antiche Vie,13,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Pietro Beconcini 2007 Antiche Vie (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-beconcini-2007-antiche-vie-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2007,Pietro Beconcini 13,White,Chile,"Try as I might, I haven't been able to jump on board this wine since it debuted three harvests ago. The nose is minerally but short on fruit, which pretty much describes the wine. It's lemony, sharp-edged and lean, with a minerally foundation and modest fruit character. What it lacks is a middle tier or two.",Reserva Especial,22,85,Limarí Valley,,,Maycas del Limari 2009 Reserva Especial Sauvignon Blanc (Limarí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maycas-limari-2009-reserva-especial-sauvignon-blanc-limari-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Maycas del Limari 14,Red,New Zealand,"This medium-bodied Pinot Noir is plump on the palate, yet angular on the finish, giving it a slightly disjointed countenance. Perhaps the wine, which is otherwise pleasantly endowed with black cherry fruit and scorched cedar, is simply at a difficult stage.",,25,85,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Nautilus 14.5,Red,Spain,"Opens with sharp cherry, cola and mint aromas. The palate is fairly acidic and sheering, but it's also zesty and fresh, with clean berry and mild raisin flavors. Offers reasonably good length, with an acidic choppiness balanced by good fruit flavors.",Old Vines Crianza,16,85,Central Spain,Vinos de Madrid,,Merum 2006 Old Vines Crianza Tempranillo (Vinos de Madrid),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merum-2006-old-vines-crianza-tempranillo-vinos-madrid/,Tempranillo,2006,Merum 13.5,Red,Italy,"Fresh, clean and bright, this no-fuss Chianti Rufina would pair with grilled barbecue chicken or homemade hamburgers. The natural acidity will cut through any fatty food.",,,85,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Fattoria di Basciano 2008 Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-basciano-2008-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,2008,Fattoria di Basciano 12.5,Red,Italy,"Easygoing and fresh, Le Gaggiole is a food-friendly expression of Sangiovese with nice fruit tones and a playful touch of exotic spice on the close.",Le Gaggiole,,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Fassati 2009 Le Gaggiole (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fassati-2009-le-gaggiole-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2009,Fassati 13,White,US,"A little too sweet, with sugary, dessert pastry flavors of lemons, raspberries, peaches, white chocolate and peppery spices. Tart acidity helps to balance the richness.",,22,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 2009 Marsanne (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-2009-marsanne-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Marsanne,2009,Buttonwood Farm 12.5,White,US,"Easily the best Chardonnay in California at this price. Shows creamy, vibrant flavors of pineapples, green apples, buttered toast and buttered popcorn, cleansed with a scour of acidity. From veteran négociant Ceccheti.",,6,85,California,California Other,California,Backhouse 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backhouse-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Backhouse 14,Red,Israel,"This Zin just needed a bit more spice to shake things up, but the dark concentrated fruit aromas and flavors are definitely there by way of rich berry preserves and black plum guts. Accents of foliage add interest to the bouquet, and fine tannins coupled with a mouthwatering finish make it very easy to drink.",Reserve Kosher,25,85,Galilee,,,Binyamina 2007 Reserve Kosher Zinfandel (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binyamina-2007-reserve-kosher-zinfandel-galilee/,Zinfandel,2007,Binyamina 14,Red,Israel,"This Mevushal Cab offers tons of dark fruit flavors matched with milk chocolate and whole tobacco leaf spice. Straightforward and fruit- driven in the mouth with strong black plum and cherry flavors. Very drinkable with a round, soft structure and low tannins.",Reserve Kosher,25,85,Galilee,,,Binyamina 2007 Reserve Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binyamina-2007-reserve-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Binyamina 11.5,White,US,"Savory on the nose with modest apple and pear aromas accented by a curious smoked ham note, this smoky off-dry Riesling with a touch of honeycrisp apple sweetness has a briney, umami-laden complexity that would make it an interesting companion to prosciutto wrapped around morsels of melons and fig.",Semi-Dry,15,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bellangelo 2009 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellangelo-2009-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Bellangelo 15.3,Red,US,"Feels hot and tastes sweet, putting it at the rustic end of the Zinfandel spectrum. The official alcohol is 15.3%. At that level, of course, you also get enormously ripe berry flavors. Drink it with barbecue or meat stews.",Mounts Vineyard,32,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Kokomo 2008 Mounts Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kokomo-2008-mounts-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Kokomo 13,White,New Zealand,"For under $10, this is a medium-bodied, slightly soft Sauvignon Blanc that's a good introduction to Marlborough. Melon and fig notes show some herbal underpinnings, but this is an easygoing wine meant to be drunk, not contemplated.",Ti Point,8,85,Marlborough,,,Kirkland Signature 2009 Ti Point Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2009-ti-point-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Kirkland Signature 11.5,White,Spain,"Sweet, open and floral, like a Malvasia or Moscatel. For a clear, easy quaffer this is nice. It tastes like lime and lychee, and also a little bit like applesauce. Nothing special in terms of finish or intensity, but for a light, tropical white wine it gets it done.",,9,85,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Las Valles 2009 Viura-Chardonnay (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-valles-2009-white-blend-viura-chardonnay-carinena/,Viura-Chardonnay,2009,Las Valles 15.2,Red,US,"Sweet and candied, with raspberry and cherry pie, vanilla, dusty chocolate truffle and cinnamon spice flavors. A bit hot, too, with high alcohol that burns in the finish. Drink now.",The Devious Woman,34,85,California,California Other,California,JR Wine 2008 The Devious Woman Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jr-wine-2008-devious-woman-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,JR Wine 13,Red,Spain,"Aromas of pineapple, cider and citrus are good but basic. It's fleshy and soft in the mouth (call it pulpy) with mild grapefruit, passion fruit and tropical melon flavors. Finishes soft, chunky and pithy. Drink ASAP.",,14,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Reina de Castilla 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reina-castilla-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Reina de Castilla 13.5,White,Spain,"A floral, heavy style of blended white made from Macabeo, Gewürztraminer and Chardonnay. It has an exotic streak to the aromas along with smoked ham, fennel seed and gardenia. The palate is thick and tastes of papaya, salami and baked apple. It's a hodgepodge of abnormal aromas and flavors, but all totaled it works pretty well.",Mesache Blanco,11,85,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Bodegas Pirineos 2009 Mesache Blanco White (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-pirineos-2009-mesache-blanco-white-somontano/,White Blend,2009,Bodegas Pirineos 13,Red,US,"Whiffs of black cherry and delicate violets make this full-bodied Long Island Cab Franc wonderfully aromatic. The palate as well is rich with red fruit, dark brambly notes and soft supple tannins, but the tomato leaf flavors that linger throughout are a distraction.",Proprietor's Reserve,27,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 2007 Proprietor's Reserve Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-2007-proprietors-reserve-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Palmer 14.4,Red,US,"A simple, fruity wine, with cherry, cola, cocoa and spice flavors, wrapped into gentle tannins and cut with a bite of acidity. Easy to drink with meats, cheeses, tomato-sauced pasta.",Alto Vineyards,14,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2007 Alto Vineyards Sangiovese (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2007-alto-sangiovese-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sangiovese,2007,Pedroncelli 13.5,Red,Chile,"Who says there's no drinkable wine for $6? This sweet-smelling, lightly leafy red is not shy and offers good body and concentration to support mildly medicinal plum and berry fruit. It's a touch hot on the finish, but for its class it works fine.",Selection,6,85,Curicó Valley,,,Quasar 2009 Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quasar-2009-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Quasar 13.5,Red,US,"Dry and common, with thinned-down cherry and cola flavors, wrapped into a silky texture. Acidity is high, and the wine tastes a little sour.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Fleur de California 2008 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-california-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Fleur de California 13,White,US,"Fresh apples with hints of butterscotch, toast and smoke perfume this lovely Chardonnay. While a tad short in concentration, this medium-bodied wine is wonderfully fresh and clean on the palate, with beautifully balanced oak and bright acidity on the finish.",Ingle Vineyard,15,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Heron Hill 2008 Ingle Vineyard Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2008-ingle-vineyard-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Heron Hill 14.4,Red,US,"An atypical Rutherford Cabernet, being sweeter, jammier and more simple than you'd expect, especially at this price. Raspberries, cherries, cola and licorice are the flavors.",,60,85,California,Napa,Rutherford,Regale Winery and Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/regale-winery-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Regale Winery and Vineyards 13,White,US,"Beautifully aromatic with dainty white peach, apricot and grapefruit notes, Ventosa's Tocai Friulano is a luscious, fruity white perfect for casual spring entertaining. On the palate, ripe honeydew flavors are balanced by hints of freshly cut herbs and grass and a pleasant minerality.",,16,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ventosa 2008 Tocai Friulano (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventosa-2008-italian-white-tocai-friulano-finger-lakes/,Tocai Friulano,2008,Ventosa 13.1,Red,US,"Rich and ripe on the nose with dark black fruit and olives, this is an easygoing blend of Syrah, Cab and Merlot. Medium-bodied in style, it's soft on the palate with plush tannins and flavors of cooked plum compote accented by darker hints of olive and sage.",Synergy,25,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Shalestone 2007 Synergy Red (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shalestone-2007-synergy-red-finger-lakes/,Red Blend,2007,Shalestone 13.3,White,US,"This charming Sauvignon Blanc smells sweetly of fresh pears and honeydew with a sprinkling of powdered sugar. Full bodied but dry with concentrated white grapefruit flavors, its brightened by a nervy acidity and a refreshing minerality in the midpalate.",,20,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Damiani 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damiani-2009-sauvignon-blanc-finger-lakes/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Damiani ,White,US,"This seems to be a little on the watery side; it does not have the floral highlights that Chenin can sometimes show, nor the fruit concentration that would elevate the score. It's clean and quaffable, with very light citrus and apple fruit flavors.",Sunbreak,17,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Convergence Zone 2009 Sunbreak Chenin Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/convergence-zone-2009-sunbreak-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Convergence Zone 13,Red,New Zealand,"Seems a little lean and lacking volume, but this wine makes up for it with attractively smoke-accented aromas and flavors of tart cherries and thyme. Try this crisp, rather linear wine with salmon.",,22,85,Marlborough,,,Delta Vineyard 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delta-vineyard-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Delta Vineyard 15,Red,Israel,"Very ripe and fruit-driven with notes of all-fruit preserves, reduced black plum sauce, sweet black licorice rope and a touch of mocha. Round and full-bodied with soft tannins and a chocolaty finish.",Yarden Kosher,22,85,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2005 Yarden Kosher Merlot (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2005-yarden-kosher-merlot-galilee/,Merlot,2005,Golan Heights Winery 14.5,Red,Israel,This wine is dominated by sweet oak aromas of mocha and spice alongside fruit flavors of wild strawberry and ripe red cherry. Lightweight and easygoing; drink now.,Kosher,18,85,Galilee,,,Galil Mountain 2007 Kosher Pinot Noir (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galil-mountain-2007-kosher-pinot-noir-galilee/,Pinot Noir,2007,Galil Mountain 13.5,Red,Chile,"Herbal on the nose, with basil and tomato leaf aromas. The palate feel is reasonably good if a bit hollow, while the flavors reflect the bouquet via dry, herbal, peppery red fruit. Spicy with green olive and standard red berry on the finish.",Estate,12,85,Curicó Valley,,,Errazuriz 2009 Estate Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2009-estate-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2009,Errazuriz 14,White,US,"A rather simple Chardonnay made in the modern style, with lots of flamboyance and flash, but not much subtlety. Strong and rich in pineapple and peach jam flavors, it's brightened with zesty acidity.",Fin de Journée,23,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Textbook 2009 Fin de Journée Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/textbook-2009-fin-journee-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Textbook ,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An herbal, mineral wine, rather lean in character, with flavors of rosemary. The acidity sears through the wine. The elements are almost there, but it will always be austere.",Vintage,,85,Port,,,Royal Oporto 2008 Vintage (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oporto-2008-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,2008,Royal Oporto 12.5,Red,US,"Lush with aromas of ripe red plums and cherries with a hint of warm, golden toast, this is a charming everyday wine that's easy to drink yet offers a satisfying degree of depth. Bright acidity, tart Morello cherry flavors and soft tannins meld elegantly on the palate, leading to a finish that's rich with mocha and dark, toasted oak.",,15,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Wagner 13,Red,Italy,"This crisp value wine packs an aromatic punch of cherry, raspberry and blueberry. Bitter almond and nutmeg spice appear on the close.",,9,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Straccali 2008 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/straccali-2008-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2008,Straccali 12.4,Red,US,"A medium-bodied Bordeaux blend with sweet aromas of cherry pie and a hint of fresh sage and tarragon. Simple and straightforward with a ripe, red cherry palate, it's a touch soft with a slight green undertone, but there's nice bright acidity and soft tannins that carry through the finish.",Pinnacle,24,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 2007 Pinnacle Red (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-2007-pinnacle-red-finger-lakes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Standing Stone 14.6,Red,US,"A sound, pleasant Zinfandel with a good array of wild berry, cherry, anise, herb and white pepper flavors. The flavors are quite complex, but the wine is a little sharp and edgy in tannins, with some green notes.",St. Peter's Church Selection,32,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Musetta 2007 St. Peter's Church Selection Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/musetta-2007-st-peters-church-selection-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Musetta 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a simple, one-dimensional Chianti Classico that does a good job of doling out its easy aromas of cherry and blueberry. Pair it with pizza or pasta and meat sauce.",,16,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Piegaia 2006 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piegaia-2006-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2006,Piegaia ,White,US,"Young and yeasty, this is a style best consumed early. It refreshes like a light beer, quick and clean, with bracing acidity, but not much in the way of fruit.",Unoaked,13,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Claar 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claar-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Claar 15,Red,Israel,Lively and forward with dried red berry and bramble notes supported by a sweet spicy cherry pie filling core. Medium weight with a short but clean finish. Drink now.,Kosher,18,85,Galilee,,,Galil Mountain 2006 Kosher Barbera (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galil-mountain-2006-kosher-barbera-galilee/,Barbera,2006,Galil Mountain 14.5,Red,Spain,"A bit hard and sharp on the nose, but on the plus side it's clean and direct. The palate follows suit; it's reasonably balanced, with forward strawberry, raspberry and mocha flavors. Dry and quick on the finish, with a mild resiny leftover oak character.",Flos de Pinoso Made With Organic Grapes,13,85,Levante,Alicante,,La Bodega de Pinoso 2008 Flos de Pinoso Made With Organic Grapes Monastrell (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-pinoso-2008-flos-made-with-organic-grapes-mourvedre-monastrell-alicante/,Monastrell,2008,La Bodega de Pinoso ,Red,US,"A good, fruity but rustic wine. Raw tannins frame flavors of blackberries, cherries and sandalwood, with a touch of bacon. Could conceivably develop bottle nuances, but it's probably best opened soon.",,40,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Judd's Hill 2007 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judds-hill-2007-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2007,Judd's Hill 12,White,US,"Sweet and pretty with a bouquet of florals and confectionary sugar on the nose, this light-bodied wine a shower of lychee, fresh rose petals and sugared black tea. Off-dry and a bit lush on the palate, it's a juicy, refreshing, easy-sipping wine.",Oughterson Family Estates,17,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Seneca Lake,Highland Cellars 2007 Oughterson Family Estates Gewürztraminer (Seneca Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highland-cellars-2007-oughterson-family-estates-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes-seneca-lake/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Highland Cellars 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Fruity and structured wine, with flavors of black pepper, red currant fruits, acidity as well as some soft tannins. A blend of Alicante Bouschet. Aragonez and Castelão, produced in a small region just north of Lisbon.",Património,13,85,Torres Vedras,,,Caves Bonifacio 2008 Património Red (Torres Vedras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-bonifacio-2008-patrimonio-red-torres-vedras/,Portuguese Red,2008,Caves Bonifacio 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Full and sweet smelling, but also a little cidery. The palate is drawn, narrow and citrusy, with grapefruit, passion fruit and orange for core flavors. Finishes citrusy and a touch vapid; overall it shows flashes of elegance but not enough to rise above average.",Isabelino Rosado,10,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Reina de Castilla 2009 Isabelino Rosado Tempranillo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reina-castilla-2009-isabelino-rosado-tempranillo-rueda/,Tempranillo,2009,Reina de Castilla 14,Red,Italy,"Terre di Prenzano is an easy, compact wine that makes up for its thin mouthfeel with bright aromas of wild berry, cherry and dried currant.",Terre di Prenzano,16,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Vignamaggio 2007 Terre di Prenzano (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-vignamaggio-2007-terre-prenzano-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,Villa Vignamaggio 13,White,US,"Sweet scents of powdered sugar and guava juice waft ebulliently from this full-bodied Pinot Gris. The palate is soft with luscious, ripe pommelo and white peach flavors but balanced by a dry finish with a refreshingly astringent note.",,16,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ventosa 2009 Pinot Gris (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventosa-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-finger-lakes/,Pinot Gris,2009,Ventosa 13.5,Red,US,"A bit raw and acidic, lacking generosity, but you'll find some decent cherry flavors in this dry Pinot Noir.",,17,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Fleur de California 2009 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-california-2009-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Fleur de California 15.1,Red,US,"Soft and fruity, this easy-drinking Syrah has pleasant, jammy flavors of raspberries, blackberries, cola, bacon and peppery spices. It's a nice, full-bodied red wine to drink now with party food.",Tribute Series,27,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ben Hogan 2008 Tribute Series Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ben-hogan-2008-tribute-series-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2008,Ben Hogan 14.8,Red,US,"A bit brusque and common in texture, with all kinds of edges. But the blackberry, cherry and mint flavors are rich and interesting. Drink now.",Tribute Series,27,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ben Hogan 2008 Tribute Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ben-hogan-2008-tribute-series-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Ben Hogan 13,White,Spain,"Nothing is exciting or disappointing about this center-lane Viura (with 10% Malvasia). It's neutral on the nose and then creamy, soft and easy in the mouth, with papaya and cantaloupe flavors. Finishes mellow, with a spot of bitterness.",Blanco,10,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Baron De Ley 2009 Blanco White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-ley-2009-blanco-white-rioja/,White Blend,2009,Baron De Ley 13.5,White,US,"There's a dark, caramelized flair to the honeyed, off-dry palate on this amber gold Gewürz. Rich and full bodied in style, its slightly tinned lychee flavors, black tea astringency and spicy finish make for an unusual, contemplative wine.",Late Harvest Lot 1,24,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bloomer Creek 2008 Late Harvest Lot 1 Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloomer-creek-2008-late-harvest-lot-1-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Bloomer Creek 14,Red,Chile,"Rubbery and firm on the nose, with generic berry and cassis aromas. The palate is mostly clean, with a candied, almost creamy feel supporting jammy blackberry, cassis and baking-spice flavors. Finishes sweet yet herbal. Pretty much as you'd expect for a 65,000-case product.",,11,85,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Cousiño-Macul 13.5,Red,Italy,"Rosso di Montepulciano is a simple, food-friendly wine by design and this expression from Tenuta Valdipiatta does its best to uphold that tradition. Small percentages of Canaiolo Nero and Mammolo are added to Sangiovese for extra freshness and fruitiness.",,18,85,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Valdipiatta 2008 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-valdipiatta-2008-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-rosso-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2008,Valdipiatta 13,Red,Italy,"Thanks to its low price tag, this is the kind of wine you can pack for an outdoor picnic or drink at a family barbecue. It's fresh, clean and characterized by white cherry and cassis.",Conti Contini,13,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Capezzana 2007 Conti Contini Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-2007-conti-contini-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2007,Capezzana 11.8,White,US,"The concentrated apple juice aromas on this off-dry Riesling have a dark, caramelized sugar note that carries through on the palate as well. Bracing acidity and a tart, green apple finish would make this wine an excellent accompaniment to skillet browned pork chops or chicken braised with apples.",Semi-Dry,13,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2008 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2008-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Wagner 14.5,White,Israel,"Full and buttery with prominent toast, wood-grilled red apple and orange oil elements throughout the nose and mouth. The palate is full with a round, somewhat flabby structure that leads into a spicy oak-driven close.",Yarden Odem Vineyard Kosher,18,85,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2008 Yarden Odem Vineyard Kosher Chardonnay (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2008-yarden-odem-vineyard-kosher-chardonnay-galilee/,Chardonnay,2008,Golan Heights Winery 13.5,Red,Italy,Rivus is a clean expression of Sangiovese (with a small component of Canaiolo) that is aged only in stainless steel in order to preserve the freshness of its aromas and its easy berry flavors.,Rivus,,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio Nardone 2008 Rivus Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-nardone-2008-rivus-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2008,Poggio Nardone 13,Red,Italy,"From the province of Siena in southern Tuscany, this is a simple, easy-drinking wine with bright fruit and crisp acidity.",,,85,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Pietrafitta 2008 Chianti Colli Senesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietrafitta-2008-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,2008,Pietrafitta 12.5,Red,Italy,"Recognized by its eye-catching orange label, Piccini's Chianti is the kind of wine you'll want to pack in your picnic basket or backpack for outdoor excursions. The wine is bright, compact and its lightweight mouthfeel won't weigh you down.",,9,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Piccini 2008 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2008-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2008,Piccini 14.5,Rose,US,"Tastes sweet and sour, like Lifesaver raspberry and lemon candy, with a touch of butterscotch. It's very rich, so if you like a little sugar in your rosés, it's for you.",,24,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Nova Vita 2009 Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nova-vita-2009-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,2009,Nova Vita 13,Red,Italy,"Prugnolo Gentile (or Sangiovese) is mixed with small elements of Canaiolo and Merlot to achieve an easy, but weighty wine with medium aromatic intensity and well-structured consistency.",,25,85,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Salcheto 2006 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salcheto-2006-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-rosso-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2006,Salcheto 13,White,US,"Dry and acidic, with sweet and sour Lifesaver pineapple and lemon candy flavors. Made in an easy-to-like style. Production was 4,500 cases, and the alcohol is a modest 13%.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sonoma-Loeb 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-loeb-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Sonoma-Loeb 14,Red,Israel,"This wine comes off a bit green and vegetal with aromas of tomato leaf, plum skins, pepper and black olive. The mouth is firm and assertive with gripping young, green tannins that linger, leaving a strong sense of astringency on the finish.",Dovev Single Vineyard Kosher,36,85,Galil,,,Segal's 2004 Dovev Single Vineyard Kosher Merlot (Galil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segals-2004-dovev-single-vineyard-kosher-merlot-galil/,Merlot,2004,Segal's 13,White,Chile,"Waxy on the nose, but more fruity on the palate, where things run full and heavy with chunky pineapple and peach flavors. Finishes with a mix of sweet stickiness but also some pith and bitterness. Seems about average by Chilean standards.",,13,85,Bío Bío Valley,,,Llai Llai 2008 Chardonnay (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llai-llai-2008-chardonnay-bio-bio-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Llai Llai 14.7,White,US,"Tastes sugary sweet in jammy lemons, tangerines and kiwi fruit, so if that's your thing, you'll like it. Brisk Central Coast acidity makes it bright and zesty.",Franscioni Vineyard,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Manzoni 2008 Franscioni Vineyard Pinot Gris (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzoni-2008-franscioni-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Gris,2008,Manzoni 14.3,Red,Chile,"Big and bumbling, but it also offers nice cola, black fruit and olive aromas along with typical cheesy leather and murky earth. Big, voluminous and fairly reflective of what this variety brings for $10. There's cola, tea, herbs and roasted black fruit flavors. Herbal on the finish.",,10,85,Central Valley,,,Misiones de Rengo 2009 Carmenère (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/misiones-rengo-2009-carmenere-central-valley/,Carmenère,2009,Misiones de Rengo 12.5,White,US,"A good wine for the price, crisp and clean and minerally. The flavors are of tart citrus fruits such as Meyer lemons and limes, white peaches and vanilla. A finish of sugar mars what otherwise should be a completely dry wine.",Las Brisas Vineyard,13,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mahoney 2009 Las Brisas Vineyard Vermentino (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahoney-2009-las-brisas-vineyard-italian-white-vermentino-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Vermentino,2009,Mahoney 13.6,Red,US,"This is a good, sound, somewhat rustic wine that's fine for drinking now with, yes, spaghetti, with meatballs and a rich marinara sauce. The wine is dry and fruity, with sturdy tannins. Cabernet, Merlot, Zinfandel.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Spaghetti Red NV Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spaghetti-red-nv-red-other/,Red Blend,,Spaghetti Red 13.5,Red,Spain,"Light in color, with a candied, red fruit nose that's sweet and not very oaky. The palate is juicy but simple, with flavors of herbal raspberry and spice. Not overly complex but good due to its fresh, floral outlook.",Joven,18,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Lar de Sotomayor 2008 Joven (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lar-sotomayor-2008-joven-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2008,Lar de Sotomayor 12.2,White,US,"Scents of salted caramels, smoke and apple blossom make this wonderfully enticing. It's a straightforward, easygoing wine, but highlighted by fresh apple and pear notes that melt into richer, rounder flavors of nuts and cream.",Barrel Fermented,11,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2008 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2008-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Wagner ,White,US,"A Riesling/Viognier blend, this mixes citrus and peach fruit flavors together, with more than a little bit of sweetness in the finish. It's a fruity, forward, easy-going quaffer, best enjoyed with a good chill on it.",Salish,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Northwest Totem Cellars 2008 Salish White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northwest-totem-cellars-2008-salish-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2008,Northwest Totem Cellars 14.5,Red,Israel,"A touch of carnation and dried date mingles with the typical dark fruit flavors. A touch of blueberry enters into the mix in the mouth, with approachable tannins and a peppery finish sealing the deal nicely.",Kosher,15,85,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2008 Kosher Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2008-kosher-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Golan Heights Winery 14,Red,Chile,"A basic casual-occasion Cabernet. It opens with strawberry, cherry and cough drop aromas, which are backed by a solid, medicinal palate with bite and good flavors of cassis, raspberry and peppery spice. Simple but perfectly good for everyday drinking.",,9,85,Curicó Valley,,,Echeverria 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Echeverria 13.5,White,Chile,"More yellow in color than SB, with a soft nose that suggests an easygoing wine. And that's pretty much what it is; the flavors lean toward melon, lemonade and banana, and overall it could use more finesse and cut. Still, it's a sweet, easy drinker.",,14,85,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2009 Sauvignon Gris (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2009-other-white-sauvignon-gris-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Gris,2009,Cousiño-Macul 10,White,US,"Lush and ripe with the aroma of honey-kissed apples and spice, the Tanzen Dame is a uniquely contemplative sip. Off-dry in style with super concentrated flavors of honey, orange peel and marmalade, it's a darker, spicier expression of Finger Lakes Riesling worth exploring.",Tanzen Dame Auten Vineyard First Harvest,16,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bloomer Creek 2009 Tanzen Dame Auten Vineyard First Harvest Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloomer-creek-2009-tanzen-dame-auten-vineyard-first-harvest-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2009,Bloomer Creek 15,Red,US,"Here's a fruity, rather one-dimensional but flavorful blend to drink now. It's forward and spicy in cherries, raspberries, anise and cola. Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.",Tribute Series Carnoustie,27,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ben Hogan 2008 Tribute Series Carnoustie Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ben-hogan-2008-tribute-series-carnoustie-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2008,Ben Hogan 13.5,Red,Italy,"Vigna di Pallino is a light, well-priced and easygoing Chianti that would work with pizza or even a soup and sandwich lunch. Cherry and raspberry are wrapped around a light, compact mouthfeel.",Vigna di Pallino,15,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Tenuta Sette Ponti 2008 Vigna di Pallino (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sette-ponti-2008-vigna-pallino-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2008,Tenuta Sette Ponti 13.7,White,US,"Made in a sweeter, more candied style, with lemon, pineapple and vanilla flavors, although crisp acidity provides much needed and drying balance. But it's still a fairly simple sipper.",,21,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 2009 Pinot Grigio (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Swanson 14.8,Red,New Zealand,"Sineann's Peter Rosback has been venturing to New Zealand for several vintages, and his latest Pinot Noir is a ripe, boldy flavored wine. Assertive cherry and cola notes dominate, while the texture is all Pinot silkiness. The drawback—if there is one—is the degree of superripeness and touch of alcoholic warmth engendered by 14.8% alcohol. Drink now.",McGinlay's Vineyard,36,86,Marlborough,,,Sineann 2008 McGinlay's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2008-mcginlays-vineyard-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sineann 12.5,White,Israel,"Bright orange citrus coupled with rich aromas and flavors of green apple, underripe peach and soft fresh grass fill the nose and mouth, with a lively tart acidity cutting through and keeping things lively on the palate. Mouthwatering and easygoing; drink now.",,13,86,Shomron,,,Recanati 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Shomron),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/recanati-2009-sauvignon-blanc-shomron/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Recanati ,Red,US,"A five-grape Bordeaux blend, with somewhat generic fruit flavors that show a mix of leaf and raisin characteristics. It's smooth and supple, drinking at its best right now, with finishing highlights of peppery herb.",Shya Red,38,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Pomum 2007 Shya Red Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pomum-cellars-2007-shya-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Pomum 12.5,White,Spain,"Give this wine credit for consistency: in the three years it's been on the market it has scored the same each vintage. This offering is soft, fleshy and slightly green on the nose, with a wet, easy palate that gives mild citrus, apple and peach flavors. Good in the mouth, with just enough acidity to keep it kicking.",,8,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Maximo 2009 Viura (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximo-2009-spanish-white-viura-vino-tierra-castilla/,Viura,2009,Maximo 13.5,Red,Spain,"Berry fruit and mild leather open this good little bargain. There's adequate body and fullness, some oak, and then bright, fresh berry, herb and spice flavors. Finishes dry and lightly toasted, with coffee notes.",,8,86,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Maximo 2008 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximo-2008-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2008,Maximo 13,Red,New Zealand,"This light- to medium-bodied Pinot features silky tannins that gently frame notes of cherry, cola and hints of roasted root vegetables. Finishes tart and a little cranberryish, yet with warming alcohol at the same time. Drink now.",,18,86,Marlborough,,,Martin's Rake 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martins-rake-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Martin's Rake 13.5,Red,Italy,Here's an easy and fresh red wine from central Tuscany that would stand up to ossobuco or risotto with wild mushrooms. The wine shows simple aromas of cherry and blueberry.,,,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Nottola 2008 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nottola-2008-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-rosso-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2008,Nottola 15,Red,Israel,"Prominent menthol aromas hit you first in the bouquet of this wine, followed closely by bright red cherry and pepper accents. More of the same unfolds on the palate, with accents of raspberry sauce and mocha developing on the finish. Lighter weight with delicate tannins; very drinkable and enjoyable.",Kosher,15,86,Galilee,,,Galil Mountain 2007 Kosher Shiraz (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galil-mountain-2007-kosher-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-galilee/,Shiraz,2007,Galil Mountain ,White,US,"Crisp and apple-flavored, this light and serviceable Chardonnay brings the clean and balanced flavors of Washington fruit to this California-based producer of high volume, moderately priced wines. Fine for everyday enjoyment.",,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Castle Rock 2009 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2009,Castle Rock ,Red,US,"Arctos is more Cab-centric than its sibling Ursa, but in 2007 it must take second place. The blend is about two thirds Cab Sauvignon, with the other four Bordeaux grapes also represented. It has scents and flavors of fruit that seems just on the verge of spoilage—both leafy and fat, and there is a bitterness to the finish that overtakes the ripe, raisiny berry fruit.",Arctos,41,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Baer 2007 Arctos Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baer-2007-arctos-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Baer 14,Red,Italy,"From a dynamic grappa and Prosecco producer based in northern Italy, this Rosso di Montalcino fill out the portfolio with an easy-drinking option that would pair with meat, chicken or pasta. The wine is easy, bright and informal.",Il Vino dei Poeti,,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Bottega 2008 Il Vino dei Poeti (Rosso di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bottega-2008-il-vino-poeti-sangiovese-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese,2008,Bottega 10.4,White,US,"Utilizing only ambient yeasts and bottled without fining or filtration, this is a showcase of winemaker Kim Engle's devotion to natural winemaking. Dry in style with savory apple, orange rind and a whiff of apple cider vinegar on the nose and palate, the finish is long with a pleasant orange pekoe tea note.",Dry Wild Yeast,18,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Bloomer Creek 2008 Dry Wild Yeast Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bloomer-creek-2008-dry-wild-yeast-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Bloomer Creek 14,White,Chile,"A bit rough at first, with aromas of burnt field, corn and haystack. It gets fruitier with time, and the palate is smooth despite offering a lot of citrus and pineapple flavors. Finishes both lively and a touch creamy, with tang and vitality.",Falaris Hill Vineyard,18,86,Leyda Valley,,,Viña Leyda 2009 Falaris Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leyda-2009-falaris-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-leyda-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Viña Leyda 13,White,Spain,"Full and blowsy for Verdejo, with orange, grapefruit and minerally aromas. The palate is zesty, with orange, tangerine and passion fruit flavors. With pretty good fruit character, adequate acidity and a slick-feeling finish, this is a good effort that should be drunk right away.",El Bufón,12,86,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Reina de Castilla 2009 El Bufón Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reina-castilla-2009-el-bufon-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Reina de Castilla 13,Red,US,"Seductive notes of smoke and char surround the sweet dark cherry menthol aromas of this Cab Franc (blended with a good amount of Merlot). The full-bodied palate is rich with fruit accented by dried leaves and bramble, with just a hint tomato leaf in the backdrop.",,23,86,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Wölffer 2007 Cabernet Franc (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2007-cabernet-franc-long-island/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Wölffer ,Red,US,"A blend of estate-grown Pinot Noir and Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, which somewhat mutes the expression of the Pinot Noir grape. The Cab seems to thicken the tannins, which quickly wrap around some rather light and delicate cranberry and cherry fruit.",,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Lake Chelan 2008 Pinot Noir (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-chelan-2008-pinot-noir-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lake Chelan ,White,US,"Though labeled sweet, this has just enough acidity to feel off-dry in the mouth. It brings a mix of pear and peach, apple and orange peel flavors, which fade rather quickly into a flat finish.",Sweet,15,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Lake Chelan,Lake Chelan 2009 Sweet Riesling (Lake Chelan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-chelan-2009-sweet-riesling-columbia-valley-lake-chelan/,Riesling,2009,Lake Chelan 14.5,White,US,"This is a sugary sweet, simple wine, with jammy flavors of pineapples, peaches and limes. Good acidity, but lacks dry complexity for the price.",,22,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wellington 2009 Roussanne (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2009-roussanne-sonoma-county/,Roussanne,2009,Wellington 12.3,White,US,"There's a sour twinge on the nose that's reminiscent of sweet apple cider vinegar, but the dry, medium bodied palate is pleasant with fresh apple juice flavors and a touch of cream on the finish.",Reserve,20,82,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 2007 Reserve Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-2007-reserve-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2007,Standing Stone 14.5,Red,US,"This is a best barrel blend of Goldeneye's several vineyards. It takes its beautifully ripe fruit from Confluence and the tannins of The Narrows to yield a dry, densely constructed and moderately ageable wine of exceptionally high quality and appeal. Blackberries, blueberries, cherries and exotic spices characterize the flavors of this tremendous wine, one of the best of the vintage out of the Anderson Valley. Only 222 cases were produced.",Ten Degrees,100,98,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Goldeneye 2007 Ten Degrees Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldeneye-2007-ten-degrees-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Goldeneye 13.5,Red,US,"This is a Pinot Noir meant to be aged. No question about it, from the citrusy acids to the sandy tannins to the somewhat awkward primary fruit flavors that desperately want to resolve with the oak. Packed with raspberries and cherries, the wine is completely dry and firm in minerals, and seems easily able to age for at least six years. Only 120 cases were produced.",Quarter Moon Vineyard,100,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freestone 2008 Quarter Moon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freestone-2008-quarter-moon-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Freestone 10,White,Germany,"Realistically priced for genuine German eiswein, this is also rather alcoholic for most, weighing in at 10% abv. So it may not be as sweet as expected, but it still shows razor-like focus, with the residual sweetness balanced by bright pink grapefruit and pineapple notes.",Bernkasteler Johannisbrünnchen Eiswein 375 ml,95,93,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2008 Bernkasteler Johannisbrünnchen Eiswein 375 ml Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2008-bernkasteler-johannisbrunnchen-eiswein-375-ml-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 14.5,Red,US,"Just delicious, this wine shows its pedigree from some of the best vineyards in the valley, including Merryvale's St. Helena estate. Dry and rich in firm but refined tannins, it offers elaborate flavors of blackberries, blueberries and cherries, while 70% new oak adds layers of buttered toast and caramel. Great for drinking now with the best meats and cheeses you can find.",,65,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Merryvale 14.5,Red,US,"Young and vigorous now, marked by tannins and dryness that mask the fruit, making the wine somewhat aloof. However, the fruit is huge. It's ripe and succulent in blackberries and black cherries, and you'll find additional notes of smoked meat and black pepper for complexity. A wonderful Syrah that needs 3–5 years to blossom.",Mesa Reserve,42,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2007 Mesa Reserve Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2007-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Zaca Mesa 14.1,White,US,"The best Alexander Valley Chardonnays, such as this, show flamboyant tropical flavors. Capture's '09 shows ripe, extravagant pineapple, mango, papaya, nectarine and lime fruit, with a grilled quality baked into a pastry dessert. It's a big wine framed by fine acidity. The oak appliqué is just about perfect.",Ma Vie Carol,42,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Captûre 2009 Ma Vie Carol Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capture-2009-ma-vie-carol-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Captûre 14.8,Red,US,"This young, impetuous Pinot Noir needs time in the cellar to calm down. It's all about fresh acidity of the citrus kind and ripe, jammy cherry and raspberry fruit, not to mention sweet, unintegrated oak. Give it a good four years.",,48,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kanzler 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kanzler-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kanzler 14.4,Red,US,"This first release from the winery is a fine Bordeaux blend based on Cabernet Franc. It shows all the hallmarks of a cooler-climate Napa Valley wine in the dryness, refined tannins and herb-inflected cherries and blackberries. An elegant, balanced wine that should develop over the next 5–7 years.",,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Virage 2007 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virage-2007-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Virage 14.2,White,US,"Just when this Chard seems simple and sweet, the fruit is overtaken by acidity and minerality, taking the tangerine, lime and mango flavors to the next level and making the wine complex and fascinating. Shows how exceptional winemaking can result in exceptional wine.",,19,92,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Vina Robles 2009 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-robles-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2009,Vina Robles 14.2,White,US,"An upscale white wine made in the white Bordeaux style. It was partially aged in oak, on the lees, bringing a creamy, yeasty freshness to the citrus, tropical fruit and green grass flavors that are totally dry. Brisk acidity makes for a clean scour. A brilliant wine to drink with everything from goat cheese appetizers through firm fleshed fish like halibut to roast chicken.",,45,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Arkenstone 2007 Sauvignon Blanc (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arkenstone-2007-sauvignon-blanc-napa-howell-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Arkenstone 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of zesty acidity in this Pinot Noir, giving the pomegranate, rhubarb, red cherry and licorice flavors a bright edge. The wine is very dry and complexly layered. Interesting now, if a bit primary in fruit, and balanced enough to develop additional nuances over the next six years.",Mononi Vineyard,56,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2008 Mononi Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2008-mononi-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Arista 15.5,Red,US,"This is a delicious wine. The blackberry and cherry jam, chocolate, anise and pepper flavors have a pie filling richness, complete with the smoky-sweet pastry crust. Yet it's totally dry. Feels fine and distinguished, if a little hot in alcohol. Drink now–2012.",Hope Family Vineyard,42,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Austin Hope 2009 Hope Family Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/austin-hope-2009-family-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2009,Austin Hope 15.5,Red,US,"The Hope winery has produced one of the best Grenaches of the vintage. Avoids the common pitfalls of this tricky variety to give a bone dry, softly tannic wine that's rich in black cherry, prosciutto and black pepper flavors. The texture is so silky, you could substitute this for Pinot Noir.",Hope Family Vineyard,42,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Austin Hope 2009 Hope Family Vineyard Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/austin-hope-2009-family-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,2009,Austin Hope 14.9,Red,US,"Shows true cool-climate varietal character in the aromas and flavors of cherries, cola, pomegranates and rhubarb pie, with complicating notes from charred oak barrels. Very good, mouthfilling and dry, with brisk acidity. Should develop in the bottle for a few years.",Fog's Reach,35,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 2008 Fog's Reach Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2008-fogs-reach-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2008,J. Lohr 7.5,White,Germany,"Nicely layered, with inviting fusel notes, ripe yellow fruit and honey aromas. Very minerally. Deliciously crisp, juicy and focused with a nicely taut palate. Lovely rich texture, racy and balanced. Medium sweet, with ample flavor depth—stone fruit, hints of guava, citrus and persistent minerality on a long finish.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese,30,91,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2008 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2008-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Loosen 14.1,Red,US,"Awfully good, a wine that strikes you right off the bat as important and complex. It's dry and densely packed in blackberry and cherry pie filling, red currant, licorice and sweet, smoky oak flavors. Very good and rich, with complicated tannins, and soft enough to drink now, although it should age well.",Red Rock Terrace,175,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Diamond Creek 2007 Red Rock Terrace Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-creek-2007-red-rock-terrace-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Diamond Creek ,Red,US,"The Laurène–Drouhin Family Estate Reserve brings a bit more earthiness to the table than the regular DDO bottling. In the mouth, the fruit—a delicate jumble of raspberry, pomegranate, cranberry and sour cherry—mingles with streaks of caramel, herb and leaf. A wine that will reward both cellaring (at least a decade) and studying.",Laurène,65,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Domaine Drouhin Oregon 2007 Laurène Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-oregon-2007-laurene-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Domaine Drouhin Oregon ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. This is almost a third wine of Château Valandraud, rich, sweetly fruity, very ripe and spice. Delicious fruit.",B de Valandraud Barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Valandraud 2009 B de Valandraud Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valandraud-2009-b-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Valandraud ,White,Italy,"Aromas of peach, honeysuckle and almond are irresistible but the wine really excels in the mouth where it imparts opulent density and richness. This wine is an absolute pleasure to drink. A beautiful Sicilian wine that would pair with shellfish, crab cakes or white meat.",Cometa,40,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2009 Cometa Fiano (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2009-cometa-italian-white-fiano-sicilia/,Fiano,2009,Planeta 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"A departure from the last couple of vintages, with a unique scent of chestnuts adding interest to the sweet, concentrated notes of honey and orange marmalade. It's an odd, different accent, yet the balance of sweetness and bracing acidity is spot on.",Rosa-Goldlack Beerenauslese 375 ml,,92,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2008 Rosa-Goldlack Beerenauslese 375 ml Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2008-rosa-goldlack-beerenauslese-375-ml-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Schloss Johannisberger 14.7,Red,US,"Shows a welcome return to form for this bottling, after a few off years. The wine is wonderfully dry and complex, offering nuanced flavors of cherries, raspberries and cola, as well as the spicy, smoky sandalwood of oak barrel aging. A sophisticated and elegant wine for drinking now.",Fiddlestix Vineyard,35,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Taz 2008 Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taz-2008-fiddlestix-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Taz 13.5,Red,Italy,Tasca d'Almerita makes what may be the best expression of Cabernet Sauvignon on the island of Sicily. This is a thick and penetrating wine that delivers ripe thickness and determination without loosing those focused aromas of spice and blackberry that are characteristic of the grape variety. Cellar this wine for a few more years.,,60,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tasca d'Almerita 7.5,White,Germany,"This wonderful auslese offers volume and richness without weight—it's a sort of fluffy custard in texture, loaded with funky, leesy notes on the nose but also with passion fruit, green apple and pineapple notes on the palate. Yes, it's sweet, but the acids provide beautiful balance on the finish. Drink now–2025.",Atsberg Auslese 149,58,92,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2009 Atsberg Auslese 149 Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2009-atsberg-auslese-149-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Maximin Grünhäuser 14.5,Red,US,"The vineyard is one of the best sources of Syrah in the Central Coast, and Michael James' bottling expresses its balance and complexity. The wine is full bodied and softly tannic, with dry, spicy flavors of cherries, blueberries, currants and cedar. A beautiful wine to drink now.",White Hawk Vineyard,38,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Michael James Wines 2008 White Hawk Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-james-wines-2008-white-hawk-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Michael James Wines 13,Red,France,"The name of the wine obviously comes from the Catholic mass, but it's also inspired by the ancient origins of the Cahors vineyards. The wine itself is smooth, polished and mint flavored, the tannins ripe and juicy. Wood rounds out the natural Malbec tannins.",Sanguis Christi,20,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Domaine les Roques de Cana 2007 Sanguis Christi Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-roques-cana-2007-sanguis-christi-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Domaine les Roques de Cana 7,White,Germany,"Mid gold in color, this wine displays unctuous aromas of honey, ripe apricot, wildflowers and slate. Sweet, but has a lovely raciness on the palate. The plump peach and apricot flavors are layered with hints of anise, slate and honey that come across as very pure and elegant. Taut, focused palate and a long, juicy minerally finish.",Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese,42,92,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2008 Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2008-urziger-wurzgarten-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Loosen 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"This auslese is less obviously fruity than many of Loosen's recent efforts, with a smoky, fuel-oil overlay to the honeyed and stone-like flavors. At only 7.5% alcohol, it's sweet yet not heavy, balanced by bright acidity and a hint of prickly CO2 still in evidence. Drink it over the next 15–20 years.",Erdener Prälat Auslese 375 ml,42,92,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2008 Erdener Prälat Auslese 375 ml Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2008-erdener-pralat-auslese-375-ml-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Loosen 8.5,Dessert,Germany,"A lush, sweet auslese, the 2008 Jesuitengarten from von Bassermann-Jordan is unctuous in texture and laden with tropical fruit, with just enough citrus for balance. It finishes long and sweet, but clean, inviting one back for another sip. Drink now–2025, possibly longer.",Forster Jesuitengarten Auslese 375 ml,74,92,Pfalz,,,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan 2008 Forster Jesuitengarten Auslese 375 ml Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geh-rat-dr-von-bassermann-jordan-2008-forster-jesuitengarten-auslese-375-ml-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2008,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Very ripe fruit aromas. The palate is almost velvet in texture, smooth and rich, fruits packed with black berries and sweet plums. A charming, delicious wine.",Alter Ego de Château Palmer Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Palmer 2009 Alter Ego de Château Palmer Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-palmer-2009-alter-ego-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Palmer ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Very dense, a beautiful wine, dark in character, built on solid fruit, structured with sweet tannins. You can sense the acidity, even if you can't taste it.",Le Défi de Fontenil Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château Fontenil 2009 Le Défi de Fontenil Barrel sample (Fronsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fontenil-2009-le-defi-barrel-sample-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Fontenil 14.1,Red,US,"This baby Cabernet plays tricks on the palate, showing appealing soft, delicious complexity, then retreating into a cloak of tannins, and then emerging again with sweet fruit and spice. It's bone dry, although the cherries and blackberries show a baked-into-the-pie caramelized sweetness. Give this bottle a good six years in the cellar, and it should continue to evolve for far longer.",Gravelly Meadow,175,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Diamond Creek 2007 Gravelly Meadow Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-creek-2007-gravelly-meadow-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Diamond Creek 14,Red,Argentina,"Full, dense and dark, with powerful berry aromas and hints of rubber and leather on the bouquet. The palate breathes complexity and style but also raw power, and the flavors of blackberry, fig paste and herbs are just lusty and rich enough to register as modern Mendoza. Classy and deep; best from 2011–2015. A Malbec-Cabernet-Petit Verdot blend.",,70,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cheval des Andes 2006 Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheval-andes-2006-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Cheval des Andes 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Deep, lush, balanced and oaky, with bacon, floral notes and huge raspberry and cassis aromas. Layered and structured across the palate, with concentration and balance to go with lusty cassis, blackberry, mocha and spice flavors. Finishes toasty and dark, with waves of espresso and mocha. Now–2015.",Catena Alta,50,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2007 Catena Alta Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2007-alta-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bodega Catena Zapata 14.5,White,Austria,"Big, serious, powerful wine, as complex as Grüner can be. It's powered by ripe apples and thyme, seasoned with pepper. The acidity sets the scene for a wine that can age.",Tabor Reserve Die Räritat,,92,Kremstal,,,Forstreiter 2009 Tabor Reserve Die Räritat Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forstreiter-2009-tabor-reserve-raritat-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Forstreiter 14.5,Red,Italy,This impressive expression of Perricone (a native grape of southern Italy) will blow you away thanks to the purity and intensity of its black fruit aromas. This is not an overblown or exaggerated warm-climate wine. It maintains an elegant and focused quality to the end.,Ribeca,26,92,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Firriato 2007 Ribeca Perricone (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firriato-2007-ribeca-italian-red-perricone-sicilia/,Perricone,2007,Firriato 15.5,White,US,"This fancy, opulent Chardonnay is made in a certain Santa Rita style of high alcohol, which makes it enormously rich. It oozes pineapple, pear and lime jam fruit, while new oak adds buttered toast flavors and the glycerine from 15.5% alcohol makes the wine even creamier and sweeter. This is an inaugural vintage from the winery.",,29,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Kessler-Haak 2008 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kessler-haak-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Kessler-Haak 14,Red,France,"This is a big, black wine, intensely medicinal and herbal in character. It has powerful, extracted, dark tannins, emphasized by chocolate and spice flavors, as well as dark plums.",Un Jour....,,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Le Clos d'un Jour 2007 Un Jour.... Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-clos-dun-jour-2007-un-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Le Clos d'un Jour 14,White,Austria,"This is an impressive, big, burly wine. Sweet with a rich fee; flavors of ripe lychee and pear flavors are laced with spice. Powerful and weighty, drink this by itself as a wine for contemplation.",Grosse Reserve,,92,Thermenregion,,,Stadlmann 2007 Grosse Reserve Zierfandler (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadlmann-2007-grosse-reserve-other-white-zierfandler-thermenregion/,Zierfandler,2007,Stadlmann ,Red,US,"Good concentration, which gives the fruit more plum and black cherry than red raspberry. It's deep and sinuous, with threads of graphite and smoke, but the fruit is the star here, and the wine has the concentration and acidity to cellar well for a decade or more.",Fuqua,47,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Erath 2008 Fuqua Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2008-fuqua-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Erath ,Red,US,"A fine bottle, fresh and fruity, with cranberry, raspberry and cherry fruit in abundance. It's got depth and vitality, a youthful verve that promises fine ageability. Aged in 28% new French oak, it is just barely kissed with toast and mocha. A wonderful value.",,26,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Quest Cellars 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quest-cellars-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Quest Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Made in a jammy, soft but enormously rich style, this Syrah is almost like Port, except that it's dry. You'll want to sip it slowly, over time, to let it shape-shift in the glass. It offers waves of cherry pie filling, blackberry marmalade and cassis flavors, touched with sweetly smoked oak. Calls for very rich and elaborate beef and lamb dishes.",Rim Rock,46,92,California,California Other,California,Piedrasassi 2007 Rim Rock Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piedrasassi-2007-rim-rock-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2007,Piedrasassi 14.5,White,US,"A rich Chardonnay made in the popular style. It's almost sweet in pineapple jam, crème brûlée, buttered toast, honey and cinnamon spice flavors, while that bright Carneros acidity keeps it clean and lively.",Hommage Mitsuko's Vineyard,40,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 2007 Hommage Mitsuko's Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2007-hommage-mitsukos-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2007,Clos Pegase 8,White,Germany,"A Riesling with an enticing nose of honeysuckle and other summer blossoms, stone fruit and focused stony minerality. There's a wonderfully taut palate, fantastically racy and refreshing, with layers of persistent flavor intensity. The minerality stays with you all the way to a very long lingering finish.",Graacher Himmelreich Kabinett,,92,Mosel,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2008 Graacher Himmelreich Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2008-graacher-himmelreich-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Joh. Jos. Prüm 14.9,Red,US,"A dry, classy Merlot that will develop bottle complexity for a few years. There are beautiful tannins on this well-made wine; if you drink it now, decant to let it breathe, soften and allow the cherry, red currant, dried herb and oak flavors to emerge.",,48,92,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Merryvale 2007 Merlot (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2007-merlot-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Merlot,2007,Merryvale 13.5,Red,France,"While it certainly is tannic, the wine also has bold fruit, full of black berry and sweet jam flavors. That makes this balanced, although when the tannins are going to soften is unsure. Decant before serving.",Cuvée Réserve de l'Aiëul,22,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Eugénie 2005 Cuvée Réserve de l'Aiëul Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-eugenie-2005-cuvee-reserve-laieul-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2005,Château Eugénie 15.2,Red,US,"This Cabernet doesn't show any signs of age, even though it's more than four years old. It's still fresh and powerful in tannins, with intensely concentrated blackberry and cassis fruit. With an impeccable structure, it should easily negotiate the next decade. Cellar it.",Monte Rosso,70,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Arrowood 2006 Monte Rosso Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2006-monte-rosso-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Arrowood ,White,US,"Bright and spicy, this is Pinot Gris with a bit of the grassy bite of a Loire Valley Sauvignon Blanc. Racy and loaded with grapefruit and pineapple flavors, this lingers lazily through a refreshing, acid-driven finish that invites further sipping.",Croft Vineyard,18,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Arbor Brook 2009 Croft Vineyard Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arborbrook-2009-croft-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Arbor Brook 14.6,Red,US,"With delicious texture and concentration, this Lake County blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre from the 3,000-foot-high Fore Family Vineyard is intensely good, a deep reddish-purple blueberry-tinged infusion of earth and clove spice with dry, tight tannins and even a little lavender that'll linger. This one'll age, but is so convincingly reminiscent of the Northern Rhône right now, it'll be hard to wait.",Red Wine,28,92,California,Lake County,Red Hills,Peter Franus 2007 Red Wine G-S-M (Red Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-franus-2007-red-wine-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-mendocino-lake-counties-red-hills-county/,G-S-M,2007,Peter Franus ,White,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. The new second white wine of Haut-Brion, the fruit crisply bright, with attractive acidity, cut with delicious citrus and wood.",Le Clarté Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Brion 2009 Le Clarté Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2009-le-clarte-barrel-sample-white-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Haut-Brion 13.4,Red,US,"Pretty and complex, this delivers a mélange of interesting flavors. Round, tart fruits—berries and sour plum— mingle with dried leaves, cut tobacco and mushroom. Somehow a citrus streak sneaks into the finish, giving the wine a lemony lift. Delicious already, it can be cellared for another 5–6 years.",South Block,45,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2008 South Block Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2008-south-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Willamette Valley Vineyards 14.5,Red,South Africa,"It's really a shame that only 25 cases of this wine were imported, as it's a fantastic Cab that's sure to compare favorably to some of your favorites. Black currant leaf, fennel, crushed violet and dried tobacco are intricately woven into the dark fruit aromas. The medium-weight mouth has a texture like crushed velvet, with firm tannins and assertive flavors of cassis, cigar and espresso that linger endlessly. Strong and a bit tight; try holding another 2–5 years.",Lady May,50,92,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Glenelly 2008 Lady May Cabernet Sauvignon (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenelly-2008-lady-may-cabernet-sauvignon-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Glenelly 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet, well structured, dry and rich. It feels soft and inviting in the mouth, with waves of ripe blackberries and cassis, and the fine tannins that accompany a good mountain red wine. Contains some Cabernet Franc, which adds cherry richness. Drink now for maximum freshness.",Black Ridge Vineyard,36,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Folkway 2007 Black Ridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folkway-2007-black-ridge-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Folkway 15.5,Red,US,"Soft, slightly hot and peppery in alcohol, but very dry, this Merlot shows intense flavors of cherry marmalade, blackberry essence, dark chocolate and cedar. It's a rich wine to drink with grilled steak. The tannins will balance out the meaty richness.",Unfiltered,60,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newton 2006 Unfiltered Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2006-unfiltered-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2006,Newton ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. This is the second wine of Valandraud, a structured, important, big wine, beautifully balanced. It has good freshness at the same time as richness.",Virginie de Valandraud Barrel sample,105,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Valandraud 2009 Virginie de Valandraud Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valandraud-2009-virginie-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Valandraud ,Red,France,"91-93 Barrel sample. Firm in character, but still there is plenty of juicy Merlot, pricked with toast and baked plums. The acidity is intense.",Les Tourelles de Longueville Barrel sample,,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville 2009 Les Tourelles de Longueville Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-2009-tourelles-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Pichon Longueville 14.3,Red,US,"A great, upscale wine to drink now with the best you can pair it with. It shows classic Napa character, with firm, dry tannins, fine acidity and blackberry and black currant flavors. It's almost entirely Cabernet Sauvignon, with tiny additions of other Bordeaux varieties. Give it a good decant, or cellar it for 5–7 years and see what happens.",,55,92,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Trefethen ,Red,France,"From the second terrace level above the river Lot, this is a powerful as well as elegant single vineyard wine. It's touched by bitter fruits, along with great acidity and a depth of tannins.",Clos Triguedina Au Coin du Bois,30,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2007 Clos Triguedina Au Coin du Bois Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2007-clos-triguedina-au-coin-bois-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Jean-Luc Baldès 13.7,Red,US,"Terrific Pinot Noir—balanced, dry and complex, showing exuberantly delicious fruit. The flavors of cherries, raspberries and mulberries are complexed with minerals and herbs, and the wine feels clean and silky. Should develop bottle nuance over the next 4–5 years.",Mahoney Ranch,32,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mahoney 2007 Mahoney Ranch Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahoney-2007-ranch-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Mahoney 14,Red,US,"The 2008 vintage was cool and resulted in lighter-bodied wines that also were lower in alcohol. That trend benefited wines like this lovely one from Regale. It has a transparent, silky texture, yet is very rich in cherry pie filling, bacon and Indian spices. Feels beautiful and complex now, and should develop bottle nuance over the next six years.",O'Neel Vineyard,48,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Regale Winery and Vineyards 2008 O'Neel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/regale-winery-2008-oneel-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Regale Winery and Vineyards 14.9,Red,US,"A tremendous wine, satisfying in youth, but this should also age for a while. Made with just 2% Merlot, it's impressive in young Cabernet blackberry and cassis flavors, liberally oaked and sweetly pure in the finish. The tannins are so soft, yet so refined. Should develop through the decade, but if you drink it now, give it a good decant.",,60,92,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Merryvale 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Merryvale 14,Red,Italy,"Chiara Lungarotti says that this vintage of her vineyard-designate Riserva represents a milestone for her family run estate. Indeed, this is a rich and elegant red wine that shows signature notes of wild berry and spice that reflect her beloved territory: Umbria.",Rubesco Riserva Vigna Monticchio,57,92,Central Italy,Torgiano,,Lungarotti 2005 Rubesco Riserva Vigna Monticchio Red (Torgiano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lungarotti-2005-rubesco-riserva-vigna-monticchio-red-torgiano/,Red Blend,2005,Lungarotti 14.3,Red,US,"A lovely Cabernet. It comes from the winery's vineyard in the far southern part of the valley, not far from the Carneros line. The wine is medium-bodied, dry, silky and elegantly tannic, with complex cherry, currant, cola and cedar flavors. Should develop bottle complexity over the next 6–8 years.",Cherryblock,75,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 2007 Cherryblock Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2007-cherryblock-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sebastiani 13.9,Red,US,"Tastes young and drily tannic now, with an enormous core of blackberries and black cherries. A complex wine to take note of. If you drink it now, decant. Otherwise, give it 3–4 years to do its thing.",Alisos Vineyard,36,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,La Fenêtre 2008 Alisos Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2008-alisos-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,La Fenêtre 14.1,Red,US,"Made in a light-bodied, lower-alcohol style, this Pinot feels silky and gentle in the mouth. It really delivers when it comes to flavor. Displays big, impressive notes of raspberries, cherries, Dr. Pepper cola, red licorice, beef jerky and smoky sandalwood that are complex and satisfying, and that finish entirely dry. Drink now and over the next four years.",La Cruz Vineyard,44,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2007 La Cruz Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2007-cruz-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Keller Estate 13.5,Red,France,"Well balanced, bringing together its firm, youthful tannins with ripe jammy fruits and great swathes of spice and chocolate. It needs aging, but it is an impressive wine.",Grande Cuvée Prestige,30,92,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château la Coustarelle 2006 Grande Cuvée Prestige Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coustarelle-2006-grande-cuvee-prestige-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Château la Coustarelle 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"This succulent, almost tender, wine starts off with lovely aromas of honey and bergamot, adding hints of apricot and vanilla in the mouth. It's a soft, lush style, rather sweet, with a long, mouthwatering finish. It may not be as long-lived as some 2007s, but it should remain delectable for another 10 years or so.",Rosalack Auslese 375 ml,,93,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2007 Rosalack Auslese 375 ml Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2007-rosalack-auslese-375-ml-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2007,Schloss Johannisberger ,Red,US,"This two-acre site dates back to 1975; this is only the fourth time that Ponzi has offered it as a designate. Muscular and authoritative, it is still compact and somewhat unyielding. Dark cherry and cassis fruit is packed with iron filings, coffee grounds and black licorice. Winemaker Luisa Ponzi does her usual excellent job of putting the polish on outstanding fruit. Give it another decade and it will show its best.",Abetina Vineyard,100,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2008 Abetina Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2008-abetina-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ponzi 14.5,Red,US,"Easily one of the best Napa Valley Merlots out there. The cool vintage and southerly valley origins have played a role in giving a firm, dry structure to the cherry, currant, olive, mushu plum sauce and herb flavors. A quality wine, distinctive and complex, and for the price, a relative value.",,35,93,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2007 Merlot (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2007-merlot-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Merlot,2007,Trefethen 14,White,Austria,"A smooth, cream–textured wine, just given an edge by a spice and yeast character. The wine offers layers of acidity, white fruits, crisp apples rounded out by its richness. For aging over 4–5 years, probably more.",Pfaffenberg Reserve,55,93,Kremstal,,,Metternich-Salomon 2009 Pfaffenberg Reserve Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/metternich-salomon-2009-pfaffenberg-reserve-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2009,Metternich-Salomon 14.9,Red,US,"A beautiful, elegant and dramatic blend for drinking now and over the next 6–10 years. Based on Cabernet, and sourced from vineyards including Beckstoffer ToKalon and Showket, it's flashy in blackberry, blueberry and cassis flavors, with gorgeous, refined tannins. It's throwing some tannins, so you might want to give it a proper decant.",Oakville Grade,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2007 Oakville Grade Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2007-oakville-grade-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Merryvale 13.5,White,Austria,"An impressive, ageworthy Riesling. It shows great depth of flavor, its intense, biting acidity shooting through the green apple and plum fruits. Very nervy, minerally and taut. Designed for longterm aging.",Schiefer Reserve,,93,Kremstal,,,Forstreiter 2009 Schiefer Reserve Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forstreiter-2009-schiefer-reserve-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2009,Forstreiter 14.2,White,US,"A few years in the bottle are beginning to age this charming Chardonnay, although its brisk acidity and minerality remain. The pear, guava, nectarine and tangerine flavors are just starting to pick up a dried fruit character. Complex and savory, it's a very fine wine to drink now.",La Cruz Vineyard,36,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2007 La Cruz Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2007-cruz-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,Keller Estate ,Red,Austria,"A complex, concentrated wine. It shows richness as well as tense minerality, the ripe black berry flavors melding with firm tannins. Alte Reben is old vines, impressive and designed for aging.",Alte Reben,35,93,Burgenland,,,Weninger 2007 Alte Reben Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weninger-2007-alte-reben-red-blend-austrian-burgenland/,Austrian Red Blend,2007,Weninger 14,Red,Argentina,"One sniff tells you plenty: there's attractive spice, coffee and leather to go with rich molasses and broad black-fruit aromas. The palate maintains balance due to fine, fresh acidity, and the flavor profile brings mocha, coffee, berry, plum and toast. Delicious, deep, layered and refined. Will age for at least 5–6 years, but best from 2012–2014.",Catena Alta,50,93,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2007 Catena Alta Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2007-alta-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Bodega Catena Zapata 13.5,Red,France,"Toasty aromas are followed by intense black plum fruits twisted with tannins and polished with wood. It's an impressive, powerful wine, with a complex structure. Firm at this stage, it need 4¬–5 years at least to age.",La Commandery,22,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château la Caminade 2008 La Commandery Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-caminade-2008-commandery-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Château la Caminade 7,Dessert,Germany,"Shows lovely balance between intense sweetness and crisp acidity, so that the wine's honeyed citrus notes really sing. Hints of marmalade, clove and a perfumed, slightly minty note all add complexity. Delicious now, and probably for a good many years to come.",Herrenberg Eiswein 375 ml,50,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2008 Herrenberg Eiswein 375 ml Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2008-herrenberg-eiswein-375-ml-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2008,Maximin Grünhäuser 14.9,White,US,"Silhouette is Merryvale's small-production best of barrels blend from the winery's various vineyards. The '08 is a success, showing brisk acidity and new oak and yeast flavors and a creamy texture framing ripe pineapple, pear and mineral flavors. It's an elegant wine that shouldn't be served too cold.",Silhouette,55,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2008 Silhouette Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2008-silhouette-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Merryvale ,Red,US,"Though Adelsheim offers a large assortment of single-vineyard Pinots, this is the first they've made from Zenith. It surely won't be the last. Concentrated, thick black raspberry and black cherry fruit centers a substantial wine, laced with vivid streaks of vanilla, tobacco and spice. The immediate impact of the fruit is amplified by the density on the palate, and the finish, loaded with baking spices, reflects the aging in one-third new French oak barrels.",Zenith Vineyard,90,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Adelsheim 2008 Zenith Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2008-zenith-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Adelsheim 13,White,Austria,"Elegant, crisp wine from a single vineyard, edged with minerality as well as ripe pear and pineapple flavors. There is a spicy character with touches of almonds and tense acidity. Age for several years.",Mandel-Höh,,93,Thermenregion,,,Stadlmann 2009 Mandel-Höh Zierfandler (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadlmann-2009-mandel-hoh-other-white-zierfandler-thermenregion/,Zierfandler,2009,Stadlmann 8.5,Dessert,Germany,"Schloss Saarstein's auslese is remarkably consistent year to year, testament to the greatness of the site and the quality of the farming and winemaking. The 2008 features cool, slate-driven scents softened just slightly by hints of superripe apples and ripe apricot. This medium-bodied wine is clean and tightly focused, with the sweetness admirably balanced by crisp acids. Should age 15 years or more.",Serrig Schloss Saarsteiner Auslese 375 ml,56,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schloss Saarstein 2008 Serrig Schloss Saarsteiner Auslese 375 ml Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-saarstein-2008-serrig-saarsteiner-auslese-375-ml-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2008,Schloss Saarstein 16.5,Fortified,France,"With just shy of 1,000 bottles produced, this will be hard to find. Dried fruit flavors of raspberry and red plum dominate the nose and mouth, while notes of sweet mulled spice, clove-pricked orange rind, pepper, walnut skin and bittersweet cocoa glimmer throughout. Full and rich but lively, with medium acidity and a zippiness to the finish. Enjoyable now, but this will benefit from another 5–10 years in the cellar.",Legend Vintage,300,93,Languedoc-Roussillon,Banyuls,,Gérard Bertrand 1951 Legend Vintage (Banyuls),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-1951-legend-vintage-red-banyuls/,Red Blend,1951,Gérard Bertrand 14.3,Red,US,"There's a feral quality to this wine, with its flavors of wild forest berries, red currants, cola, spicy smoked meats, tangerine zest and sandalwood, and hints of pine cones, rosemary and thyme. It's big and dry and, although silky in the mouth, tannic. An impressive young Pinot Noir that should be cellared for 5–6 years, at least.",Wildcat Mountain Vineyard,45,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Los Carneros,Talisman 2007 Wildcat Mountain Vineyard Pinot Noir (Los Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talisman-2007-wildcat-mountain-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-los-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Talisman 14.1,White,US,"Bone dry, and brightened with zesty acidity, this fabulous SB defines the category. Accented with a touch of oak, it stars potent citrus and tropical fruit, green apple, white flower and mineral flavors, with a complexity that makes it easily worth the price. Gets better and better as it warms in the glass.",Helena Bench,38,93,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Matanzas Creek 2009 Helena Bench Sauvignon Blanc (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2009-helena-bench-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-knights-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Matanzas Creek 14.4,Red,US,"Another terrific wine from this vineyard, following the superb '07. May be a bit less flamboyant, but with better structure, and equally ageable. Dry and full bodied and fairly tannic, it shows powerful cherry and raspberry fruit, smoked meat, sautéed wild mushroom and sandalwood flavors, liberally spiced. Drinkable now, and should develop through 2014, at least.",Pastorale Vineyard,100,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freestone 2008 Pastorale Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freestone-2008-pastorale-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Freestone 13.5,White,US,"The best thing about this Chardonnay is the acidity. It's brisk and clean, and gives a zesty finish to the extraordinarily rich pineapple, papaya, lime and Meyer lemon flavors that are almost sweet, but aren't. A firm scour of minerals adds the necessary grounding to this complex wine. Drink now–2013, but not too cold.",Pastorale Vineyard,100,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freestone 2008 Pastorale Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freestone-2008-pastorale-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Freestone 14.5,Red,US,"Run, don't walk, to find this amazingly priced Cabernet. It's so good and rich, it easily holds its own against Cabs costing five times as much. Dry and smooth in tannins, it offers a burst of blackberry, black cherry, cassis and chocolate flavors, with a wonderful coating of oak. Drink now–2013.",Signature Series,20,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kirkland Signature 2008 Signature Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2008-signature-series-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kirkland Signature 13,White,Austria,"Impressively compact, complex wine. It has rich flavors of peach, spiced pear to go with the intense acidity that is under the full-bodied surface. It should be aged three years or more.",Grande Reserve,,93,Niederösterreich,,,Forstreiter 2009 Grande Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forstreiter-2009-grande-reserve-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Forstreiter 14,Red,Italy,"One of the best wines made on the beautiful island of Sicily, Donnafugata's Mille e Una Notte exhibits gorgeous smoothness in the mouth and exceedingly rich aromas of black currants, chocolate, spice and tobacco. Under all that are notes of toasted almond and pistachio that are characteristic of the Nero d'Avola grape.",Mille e Una Notte,80,93,Sicily & Sardinia,Contessa Entellina,,Donnafugata 2006 Mille e Una Notte (Contessa Entellina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2006-mille-e-una-notte-italian-red-nero-davola-contessa-entellina/,Nero d'Avola,2006,Donnafugata ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Rich and smooth, with some juicy character, the fruit with black cherries, licorice and sweet jam. At the level of many top wines, this is the second wine Château Ausone.",La Chapelle d'Ausone Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Ausone 2009 La Chapelle d'Ausone Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ausone-2009-chapelle-dausone-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Ausone ,White,US,"This small, family-owned, biodynamically farmed vineyard and winery is quickly becoming a southern Oregon cult producer. Certainly one of the finest Viogniers produced anywhere in the Northwest, this extraordinarily aromatic wine showers the palate with luscious and tangy lemon, pineapple, Satsuma orange and pear fruit flavors. Then the spices pile on, lending an exotic twist to a lengthy midpalate, and leading into a lightly toasty finish.",,30,93,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Cowhorn 2009 Viognier (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cowhorn-2009-viognier-southern-applegate-valley/,Viognier,2009,Cowhorn ,White,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Soft, ripe, pineapple and mango flavors. An exotic wine, powerful, but with extreme freshness, touched by honey.",Le Pavillon Blanc du Château Margaux Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Margaux 2009 Le Pavillon Blanc du Château Margaux Barrel sample (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2009-le-pavillon-blanc-barrel-sample-white-blanc/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Margaux 14.5,Red,US,"Dark and tannic, reflecting the vineyard's location in the cooler, foggier northwest, this Pinot Noir is dramatic in depth of flavor. With its core of blackberries, cherries, blueberries, cola and rhubarb, it's tight and rigid now, suggesting 5–6 years in the cellar.",Gowan Creek Vineyard,75,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Goldeneye 2007 Gowan Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldeneye-2007-gowan-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Goldeneye ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Very rich, dense, pushing great blackberry fruits and ripe tannins. As always on the level of a classed growth.",Le Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Margaux 2009 Le Pavillon Rouge de Château Margaux Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2009-le-pavillon-rouge-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Margaux ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. Very rich, smooth tannins, super-ripe fruit dominate the wine. It has power, spice and sweetness, very ripe. Blackberry and dark chocolate",Les Pagodes de Cos Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos d'Estournel 2009 Les Pagodes de Cos Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-destournel-2009-pagodes-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Cos d'Estournel ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. A powerful, but velvet textured wine, the tannins dusty and sweet. There is great acidity here, the fruit soft, hiding its power. The aftertaste has lively acidity.",Les Forts de Latour Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Latour 2009 Les Forts de Latour Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-2009-forts-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Latour 14.4,White,US,"A brilliant Chardonnay showing how well this region can ripen fruit while retaining brisk acidity. Oak barrels add an exotic touch of clove to the underlying pineapple fruit flavors. Feels rich and creamy, and aging on the lees provides a complex touch of sourdough. Drink now.",T Anchor Ranch,45,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2008 T Anchor Ranch Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2008-t-anchor-ranch-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Foley 14.4,White,US,"A beautiful Chardonnay, notable for its elegant structure. Perfect acidity and just a hint of tannins, much of it from oak barrels, provide the framework for the pineapple and kiwi fruit flavors, enriched with notes of cream and buttered toast.",Rancho Santa Rosa,40,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Foley 2008 Rancho Santa Rosa Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2008-rancho-santa-rosa-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Foley 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a beautiful Pinot Noir to drink now with upscale fare, like steak, lamb chop or grilled ahi tuna. It's silky and dry and feels excellent in the mouth, with complex raspberry, cherry, cola and smoked meat flavors, sprinkled with cocoa powder and cinnamon. Delicious.",Laguna West,39,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fog Crest 2008 Laguna West Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-crest-2008-laguna-west-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Fog Crest 14.5,Red,France,"A gorgeous wine, dark and complex, with assertive leather and licorice spice throughout the boysenberry and bramble character. Touches of graham cracker, tobacco leaf and spice unfold in the mouth. Lush and decadent, with a lingering chocolate-raspberry finish. Enjoyable now, it could show more balance and finesse in 2–3 years.",La Forge,75,93,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières-Boutenac,,Gérard Bertrand 2007 La Forge Red (Corbières-Boutenac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2007-forge-red-corbieres-boutenac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Gérard Bertrand 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful Cabernet, dry, smoothly tannic and impressive for its volume of flavor. Shows a complex range of blackberries, black currants, minerals and oak, with a long, spicy finish. Elegant and powerful at the same time, it should develop in the bottle over the next decade.",Unfiltered,60,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newton 2007 Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2007-unfiltered-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Newton ,White,US,"This gorgeous new release, from a young winery with a Riesling focus, is resplendent with an enticing mix of flowers, fruits and stone. The scents well up from the glass and the flavors fill the mouth with a lively zest, pulling together streaks of lemon, lime, nectarine and apricot, accented with citrus rind and wet rock, honey and lemon tea.",Estate,24,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Trisaetum 2009 Estate Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2009-estate-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2009,Trisaetum 15,Red,South Africa,"A beautifully balanced and nuanced wine. The aromas are heady and thick but still vibrant, displaying juicy notes of black cherry, black raspberry sauce and semidried fig laced with accents of bittersweet chocolate, tobacco and white pepper. The texture is like crushed satin, with well-integrated tannins and a creamy mouthfeel. Touches of licorice root and smoky cedar spice augment the dark fruit on the lengthy finish. Drink now–2014.",Series C,50,93,Paarl,,,Vilafonté 2007 Series C Red (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vilafonte-2007-series-c-red-paarl/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Vilafonté 14.3,Red,US,"A lovely Pinot Noir, dry and silky and rich, with complex flavors of raspberries, cherries, Dr. Pepper cola, sandalwood and white pepper. Easy to drink now for its sleekness and elegance. Only 296 cases were produced but a single-vineyard wine worth seeking out.",Gunsalus Vineyard,36,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Talisman 2007 Gunsalus Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talisman-2007-gunsalus-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Talisman 14.2,Red,US,"Anyone who doesn't love this Pinot just doesn't understand California's approach. It's a fantastically delicious wine, completely satisfying in raspberry, cherry, persimmon, toast, spice and vanilla flavors, and balanced with bright, coastal acidity. Just beautiful, and it grows better as it warms in the glass. Probably not an ager, but wonderful now and through 2013.",Burnside Vineyard,70,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Patz & Hall 2008 Burnside Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2008-burnside-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Patz & Hall 8,White,Germany,"Enticingly complex nose, multifaceted, with a medley of blossoms, honey, spice, white peaches and ample minerality showing through. Sweet, with delicious racy acidity and a lively taut texture. This is very focused, with generous flavors of elderberries, stone fruit, orange citrus, spice and slate. Long, persistent finish.",Haus Klosterberg Spätlese,23,93,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2008 Haus Klosterberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2008-haus-klosterberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Markus Molitor ,Red,France,"Made using an adaptation of a Cahors tradition of warming the must before fermentation to increase stability as well as color. Immensely powerful tannins, chocolate density, with a youthful bitter edge at this stage.",Clos Triguedina The New Black Wine,60,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2008 Clos Triguedina The New Black Wine Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2008-clos-triguedina-new-black-wine-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Jean-Luc Baldès ,Red,France,"With its firm, black fruits, this is a very chunky wine, mineral in character. It has tension, with tannins layered with intense flavors, very structured. It needs aging. One of a series of single-vineyard wines created by Jean-Luc Baldès.",Clos Triguedina Les Galets,30,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2007 Clos Triguedina Les Galets Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2007-clos-triguedina-galets-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Jean-Luc Baldès ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. The wine feels very soft, with sweet spice and light tannins. It is packed with blackberry fruits, although there is a sold, firm structure under the ripe fruit.",La Dame de Montrose Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Montrose 2009 La Dame de Montrose Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montrose-2009-dame-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Montrose 14,Red,France,"Aged in large wood barrels, this is a big, powerful wine with medicinal, herbal aromas and a polished feel. The dark plums and bitter coffee give a rich aftertaste. Age for 5–6 years.",L'Esprit de Caminade,,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château la Caminade 2006 L'Esprit de Caminade Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-caminade-2006-lesprit-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Château la Caminade ,Red,France,"92-94 Barrel sample. This has fruit, with delicious black berry frutis, It cjharms with elegance and ripeness, at the same time as giving a core of tannin. Definitely on the fruity side.",Croix de Beaucaillou Barrel sample,,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Ducru Beaucaillou 2009 Croix de Beaucaillou Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ducru-beaucaillou-2009-croix-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Ducru Beaucaillou 13.5,Red,Austria,"This is Weninger's top wine, an impressive array of spice, black berry fruit, dusty tannins and layers of wood and acidity. There is weight and restrained power here, a dark structure. Age 5-6 years.",Dürrau Cuvée,,94,Burgenland,,,Weninger 2007 Dürrau Cuvée Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weninger-2007-durrau-cuvee-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2007,Weninger 14.5,Red,France,"There's a strong mineral backbone to this wine, which alongside notes of garrigue (think lavender and bay leaves) and purple violet florals highlight this fantastic terroir. Black cherry, plum, licorice stick and black peppercorns flood the palate, while hints of used coffee grinds, cocoa powder and graham cracker crust appear on the seriously long finish. Creamy and decadent but balanced; easy to drink now but will age gracefully.",La Forge,75,94,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières-Boutenac,,Gérard Bertrand 2008 La Forge Red (Corbières-Boutenac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2008-forge-red-corbieres-boutenac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Gérard Bertrand 14.7,Red,US,"What a beautiful Cabernet. It's dry and classically elegant, with sweet, ripe tannins framing succulent blackberry, black cherry, violet, cedar and mineral flavors. Really a great wine for drinking now, and so balanced, it will easily negotiate a decade in the bottle.",Vintage Selection,69,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2006 Vintage Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2006-vintage-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Charles Krug 14.8,Red,US,"This is a huge, velvety, dramatic Syrah. With stunning tannins and depth of fruit, it represents the best of Howell Mountain red from a great vintage. Bone dry, it floods the mouth with intense blackberry, black currant, black cherry, smoked meat, licorice, mocha and peppery spice flavors that are deep and long. Really great now, and should develop in the bottle over the next six years.",,70,94,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Arkenstone 2007 Syrah (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arkenstone-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-howell-mountain/,Syrah,2007,Arkenstone 14,Red,Argentina,"A ripe, modern success with everything a fan of New World reds might want. The nose is floral and beautiful, with fine oak scents supporting brilliant raspberry, plum and spice aromas. It's deep, smooth and pressing in the mouth, with a delicious set of blackberry, coconut, vanilla and creamy flavors. A beauty to drink now through 2017.",Nicolas Catena Zapata,120,94,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2007 Nicolas Catena Zapata Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2007-nicolas-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Bodega Catena Zapata ,Red,France,"The third and most impressive wine in a series of single-vineyard wines, from the 900-foot plateau above the Lot River. This is a wine to age, very mineral in character and very structured, with tight tannins. Keep for six years and more.",Clos Triguedina Les Petites Cailles,30,94,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jean-Luc Baldès 2007 Clos Triguedina Les Petites Cailles Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-baldes-2007-clos-triguedina-les-petites-cailles-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Jean-Luc Baldès ,White,US,"A dry wine, companion to the winery's off-dry estate bottling. This does not give up its fruit as some dry Rieslings do; there is a pleasing mix of lemon, grapefruit, pineapple and apricot, full in the mid-palate, then turning more astringent and cheerily tart in the finish. This is very young, compact, and still tight as a drum; it could be cellared for up to a decade.",Josahn,24,94,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Trisaetum 2009 Josahn Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2009-josahn-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2009,Trisaetum 14.1,Red,US,"The longer this wine breathes in the glass the better it gets. At first sip, it's obviously a very good wine, richly tannic and deeply impressive in blackberries, cassis and oak, with a firm minerality that grounds it. But as it warms and airs, the fascinating palate begins to unfold. Will age effortless for many years. Drink now–2020.",Volcanic Hill,175,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Diamond Creek 2007 Volcanic Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-creek-2007-volcanic-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Diamond Creek 8.9,Dessert,US,"A great success for this bottling. With extraordinarily high residual sugar, the wine is very sweet in wild honey, infused with the essence of oranges and apricots, folded into rich, buttery custard, and sprinkled with vanilla sugar and cinnamon. It's all balanced with a squirt of lime acid. If that sounds good, it is. Only 95 cases were produced, but finding this wine is worth a search.",Special Select Late Harvest Saralee's Vineyards 375 ml,35,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arrowood 2008 Special Select Late Harvest Saralee's Vineyards 375 ml White Riesling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2008-special-select-late-harvest-saralees-375-ml-riesling-white-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,White Riesling,2008,Arrowood 14.5,Red,US,"A marvelous Pinot Noir to drink now and over the next 6–7 years. It feels so rich and elaborate, with waves of raspberries, cherries, cola and oak, yet is tightly controlled by firm tannins and a great burst of citrusy acidity. Grows better and better as it warms in the glass.",Estate Bottled,45,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fog Crest 2008 Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-crest-2008-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Fog Crest 14.6,White,US,"Chardonnay doesn't get much riper or richer than this. Dazzles with pear jam, pineapple custard, crème brûlée, buttered toast and cinnamon spice flavors, and a firm grounding of minerals. Calls for the richest possible foods, like lobster. Drink now.",Courtney's Vineyard,55,95,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Two Sisters 2008 Courtney's Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-sisters-2008-courtneys-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Two Sisters 14.1,White,US,"An extraordinary Chardonnay whose complicated richness is balanced with tight acidity and a firm grounding of stony minerals. Brings to mind a great Chablis, with its zesty tang followed by elaborate layers of tropical fruits and pears. Utterly delicious, wildly appealing, a wine that will develop bottle interest over the next six years. Only 97 cases were produced.",Precioso,75,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2007 Precioso Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2007-precioso-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2007,Keller Estate 6.5,Dessert,Germany,"Hugely sweet and decadent, this is a tour de force of botrytized winemaking. Honeyed citrus aromas are buoyed by hints of perfume and spice, with dried apricot flavors accented by spiced honey. Mouthcoating, rich and impossibly long, this wine should easily age for 40 or more years.",Forster Kirchenstück Beerenauslese 375 ml,239,95,Pfalz,,,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan 2008 Forster Kirchenstück Beerenauslese 375 ml Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geh-rat-dr-von-bassermann-jordan-2008-forster-kirchenstuck-beerenauslese-375-ml-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2008,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan 14.5,Red,US,"Representing a breathtaking advancement over the '07, Sinatra's 2008 Cab is simply delicious. It's fleshy and fat in texture, with a glyceriney richness that makes it almost oily and that, when combined with caramelized oak, turns into nougat. The blackberry, cherry and cassis fruit flavors rise to the occasion. This is truly a stunningly good Cabernet.",,95,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sinatra Family 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinatra-family-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Sinatra Family 14.1,Red,US,"A dazzlingly good Pinot Noir. Hard to exaggerate the precision of flavor and structure. Shows the massively ripe character of the vintage, with a starburst of raspberries, cherries, cola, minerals and spices, while the acidity and tannins are just about perfect. This crowd pleaser is just extraordinary now, and should develop in the bottle over the next six years.",Precioso,75,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2007 Precioso Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2007-precioso-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Keller Estate 14.5,Red,US,"So softly delicious, so complex and sensually satisfying, this Bordeaux blend, which is based on Cabernet Sauvignon and contains all the other classic varieties, is truly a wine to savor. The blackberry and cassis flavors have an edge of chocolate, and the deliciousness is compounded by superbly ripe, sculpted tannins and a long but thoroughly dryfinish. Dazzlingly good, and could develop bottle complexity over the years.",Obsidian,120,95,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Arkenstone 2007 Obsidian Red (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arkenstone-2007-obsidian-red-napa-howell-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Arkenstone ,Red,US,"A gorgeous wine, lush and refined from the first sniff to the last swallow. Rose petals, cotton candy, chocolate-covered cherries—it's a date in a bottle. As the wine rolls across the palate it seems to gain depth and detail, while keeping the exceptionally pretty fruit flavors front and center. Silky and lightly spicy, with cinnamon, toast, mocha and tobacco highlights.",Reserve,60,95,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Ponzi 14.8,Red,US,"One sip is all it takes to understand that this is a vital, impressive and possibly profound wine. A blend of 96% Merlot and 4% Cabernet Franc, it displays the voluptuous richness of a Heidi Barrett wine, but also shows a firmness of character and a structural dryness that elevate it. Exceptionally flavorful in blackberries and cherries, it has tantalizing hints of herbs, olive tapenade and, of course, intensely fine oak. Drink now–2016.",,200,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Amuse Bouche 2008 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amuse-bouche-2008-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Amuse Bouche 16,Fortified,France,"For any serious fan of Rivesaltes, this is a must-have example. Aromas of dried apricot, toasted hazelnut, fig, ginger, sweet spice and candied orange rind fill the bouquet, while the mouth is silky and balanced—sweet and heady without being cloying. All of the aromas transition onto the palate alongside accents of walnut skins and shiitake mushroom. Soft salinity makes the long finish even more mouthwatering. Drink now, or continue to age. There are 869 bottles produced.",Legend Vintage,350,95,Languedoc-Roussillon,Rivesaltes,,Gérard Bertrand 1945 Legend Vintage Red (Rivesaltes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-1945-legend-vintage-red-rivesaltes/,Red Blend,1945,Gérard Bertrand 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"From a vintage not known for its supersweet selections, this wine is a revelation. Honey and bergamot notes mingle easily on the nose, while the palate unfolds to reveal layers of honey, dried apricots and orange marmalade. It's rich, viscous and concentrated without any heaviness, with a finish that's sweet and lingering. This should age through 2040 easily.",Leiwener Laurentiuslay Beerenauslese,175,96,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2008 Leiwener Laurentiuslay Beerenauslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2008-leiwener-laurentiuslay-beerenauslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2008,St. Urbans-Hof 16,Fortified,France,"With only 795 bottles produced, this is a special treat. Although it's ready to drink now, it has the structure and pedigree to age for decades. Loaded with rich nut and rancio flavors, there's so much going on; aromas of dried orange peel, gingerbread, toasted macadamia nut and a drizzle of molasses lead into flavors of dried red plum and fig dusted with Nutella powder and soft white pepper. Complex, spicy and full, with an endless finish.",Legend Vintage,380,96,Languedoc-Roussillon,Maury,,Gérard Bertrand 1929 Legend Vintage Red (Maury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-1929-legend-vintage-red-maury/,Red Blend,1929,Gérard Bertrand 14.5,Red,US,"This is a big Pinot Noir, dark and full bodied and juicy in pomegranates, cherries, red plums and sautéed wild mushrooms, and the interplay of oak with fruit even yields richer notes of milk chocolate. It's devastatingly good, but also too young and fresh now to show its best. With its fine tannins and exquisite balance, this articulate young wine should be best after 2013.",The Narrows Vineyard,75,96,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Goldeneye 2007 The Narrows Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldeneye-2007-narrows-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Goldeneye ,Red,France,"95-97 Barrel sample. A beautiful wine, great elegance, delicacy and charm. The balance is perfect, with the freshest black currant character. At the center are dry tannins and solid texture.",Barrel sample,,96,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Margaux 2009 Barrel sample (Margaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-margaux-2009-barrel-sample-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Margaux 14.7,Red,US,"This dramatic, compulsively good Cabernet is the first Howell Mountain Cab ever from the winery. It's enormous and gigantic in volume, with blackberry and cherry pie filling, cassis and oak flavors that scream, yet the tannins are tight, and the wine is so dry, the rich fruit is cloaked in a veil of control. Really defines an important new step for this veteran winery. Drink now–2020.",Limited Release,120,96,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Charles Krug 2007 Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2007-limited-release-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Charles Krug 14.5,Red,US,"So good, so rich, so stunning, it's just a joy to drink even now in its youth. Defines the Heidi Barrett style of big, ripe, exuberant fruit and a classic structure, enhanced in this case by the firm tannins and fine acids of Atlas Peak. Explosive in blackberry and cherry pie filling and cassis flavors, with a distinct mineral tang that must come from the volcanic soils. Contains 2% Petit Verdot. Superbly enjoyable, but as a brand new wine, its future is only a guess. Drink now–2014?",,250,97,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Au Sommet 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-sommet-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Au Sommet 6.5,Dessert,Germany,"Exceeds even this producer's stunning beerenauslese, featuring an even more intoxicating perfume of honey, dried apricots and candied pineapple, with slightly more acidity to provide balance to the extra level of sweetness, so much so that this wine comes across as refreshing on the finish, despite the incredibly high levels of sugar. Drink now–2050, possibly longer.",Deidesheimer Hohenmorgen Trockenbeerenauslese - 375 ml,245,97,Pfalz,,,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan 2008 Deidesheimer Hohenmorgen Trockenbeerenauslese - 375 ml Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geh-rat-dr-von-bassermann-jordan-2008-deidesheimer-hohenmorgen-trockenbeerenauslese-375-ml-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2008,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan 14.5,Red,US,"A spectacular Pinot, continuing a string of great vintages from this little vineyard. The year 2007 gave California supernaturally rich but balanced Pinot Noirs, and this is one of them. It's sensational, offering broad, exotic fruit flavors, pinpointed with exotic spices, and exquisitely highlighted with French oak. Truly fine, this small-production wine should age over the next 6–8 years.",Confluence Vineyard,75,97,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Goldeneye 2007 Confluence Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldeneye-2007-confluence-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Goldeneye 14.5,Red,US,"This is a devastatingly good Bordeaux blend from Howell Mountain. Based on Cabernet, it has all the flavor you could ask for in blackberries, cherries, cassis, chocolate, herbs, spices and sweetly smoked oak. But the structure is awesome. Near perfect tannins, soft and intricately firm, and grand acidity make for a total Cabernet experience. Tremendous now, and should age for years.",Obsidian,120,97,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Arkenstone 2006 Obsidian Red (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arkenstone-2006-obsidian-red-napa-howell-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Arkenstone 12.5,White,Spain,"Smells like mealy fruit and bananas, while the palate is weak in constitution and a bit spritzy in feel. Tastes like bland white fruits with vanilla. Cloying on the finish.",Dama de Toro,11,80,Northern Spain,Toro,,Bodegas Fariña 2009 Dama de Toro Malvasia (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-farina-2009-dama-toro-italian-white-malvasia-toro/,Malvasia,2009,Bodegas Fariña 11.5,White,Spain,"There's a reason Airén is used as a base grape for brandy and Sherry wines, and it's because it's not up to table-wine quality, even at the value price point. This wine is corny and lacks freshness. It's dull, wayward and offers little to no structure. Barely drinkable.",Airén,9,80,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Sierra Virgen 2009 Airén Airen (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-virgen-2009-airen-spanish-white-airen-vino-tierra-castilla/,Airen,2009,Sierra Virgen 13.5,Red,Spain,Smells like fruit juice. Overall it's raisiny and pruney. Drinkable but barely. Doesn't bring clarity or proper balance.,Organic,16,80,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla,,Ardales 2008 Organic Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ardales-2008-organic-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo,2008,Ardales 13.5,Red,Spain,"Raisiny and thin smelling at the same time. The palate is dilute, citric and sheering, with tangy red currant and citrus flavors. Acidity keeps it vital but there's little flavor, body and structure. Ends up thin and sour.",Viña Honda Crianza,20,81,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Silvano Garcia 2006 Viña Honda Crianza Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-silvano-garcia-2006-vina-honda-crianza-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2006,Bodegas Silvano Garcia 13.5,White,US,"Not much going on in this inexpensive wine. It's watery, with a sugary, soda pop sweet finish.",,8,81,California,California Other,California,Redwood Creek 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redwood-creek-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Redwood Creek 12,White,Spain,"Dusty, sweet and gummy on the nose, and not very vital. The palate is chunky and dull, with mealy white fruit flavors and a bit of fino sherry or manzanilla. Made from the Malvar grape, and the result is strange and lazy.",Viña Main Blanco,12,81,Central Spain,Vinos de Madrid,,Bodegas Orusco 2009 Viña Main Blanco Malvar (Vinos de Madrid),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-orusco-2009-vina-main-blanco-spanish-white-malvar-vinos-madrid/,Malvar,2009,Bodegas Orusco 13.5,Red,Portugal,"Rustic wine, its fruit angular and its tannins cutting into the wine awkwardly. Final acidity gives more sharpness.",Herdade da Figueirinha Reserva,9,81,Alentejano,,,Monte Novo e Figueirinha 2007 Herdade da Figueirinha Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-novo-e-figueirinha-2007-herdade-reserva-red-alentejano/,Portuguese Red,2007,Monte Novo e Figueirinha 12,White,Israel,Light weight and somewhat sweet with flavors of gummy peach candy and tropical fruit juice. Short and simple; drink now.,Reserve Kosher,15,81,Upper Galilee,,,Binyamina 2009 Reserve Kosher Sauvignon Blanc (Upper Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binyamina-2009-reserve-kosher-sauvignon-blanc-upper-galilee/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Binyamina 13.8,Red,US,"Raw, common and unripe, with vegetal and bizarrely sweet blackberry candy notes. A tough but serviceable blend of seven popular varieties.",Winemaker's Blend,15,82,California,California Other,California,Seven Daughters NV Winemaker's Blend Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-daughters-nv-winemakers-blend-red-other/,Red Blend,,Seven Daughters 12.7,White,US,"Although its fresh lemon and savory apple flavors are pleasant, this is clumsy and disjointed with a soapy, floral nose and shriekingly high acidity levels.",,18,82,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2009 Pinot Grigio (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-pennsylvania/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Chaddsford 13.5,Red,US,"Has some funky, vegetal aromas and flavors, but also enough berries to get by. This boxed wine is the type of red you serve at big parties where nobody really cares what's being poured.",,25,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Black Box 2008 Shiraz (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-box-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-coast/,Shiraz,2008,Black Box 14,White,Spain,"Expensive for what you get. The nose is a weird mix of salami and sweetness, and the palate is a syrupy, globular blend of cloying oak, caramel syrup and candied banana. Way too much wood and vanilla here, and not nearly enough balance or purity.",Blanc de Montsalvat,40,82,Catalonia,Priorat,,Francesc Sanchez Bas 2008 Blanc de Montsalvat White (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesc-sanchez-bas-2008-blanc-montsalvat-white-priorat/,White Blend,2008,Francesc Sanchez Bas 14.5,Red,Spain,"Sharp, rubbery, stemmy aromas lead to an edgy palate with herbal, burnt, semigreen berry flavors. Finishes green and a bit weedy; acceptable but nothing to get excited over.",Clave del Secreto,9,82,Levante,Alicante,,La Bodega de Pinoso 2008 Clave del Secreto Monastrell (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-pinoso-2008-clave-secreto-mourvedre-monastrell-alicante/,Monastrell,2008,La Bodega de Pinoso 13,Red,Spain,"All indigenous grapes are welcomed by our tasting panel, but sometimes they are unknown and little used for a reason. This wine, made from the local Maturana Tinta, is a green, mean, lean wine with herbal aromas and flavors that, let's face it, are vegetal. Tastes tart and short, with a strong, driving green character throughout.",Ad Libitum,40,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Juan Carlos Sancha 2008 Ad Libitum (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juan-carlos-sancha-2008-ad-libitum-spanish-red-maturana-rioja/,Maturana,2008,Juan Carlos Sancha ,White,US,"Off-dry and stainless steel fermented, it carries some volatile scents in the nose. Bubble gum and candied orange flavors quickly turn bitter as the wine flattens out in the mouth.",Les Vignes De Marcoux,15,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,San Juan Vineyards 2009 Les Vignes De Marcoux Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-juan-2009-vignes-marcoux-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2009,San Juan Vineyards ,Red,US,"Light, pale, tart, with generic, simple red berry flavors.",,23,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,San Juan Vineyards 2008 Sangiovese (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-juan-2008-sangiovese-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sangiovese,2008,San Juan Vineyards 13,Red,US,"Simple and a little vegetal, but the blackberry, currant and oak flavors are sound.",Proprietor's Reserve,10,82,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2009 Proprietor's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2009-proprietors-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Glen Ellen 13.5,Rose,US,"Dark for a rosé, and heavy in texture, with berry and cocoa flavors. Lacks charm, but at least it's dry.",Rosé of Cabernet Sauvignon,12,82,California,California Other,California,Vinum 2009 Rosé of Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-2009-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Rosé,2009,Vinum 14.7,Red,US,"Heavy and dull, with medicinal flavors like cherry cough medicine.",Family Estate Vineyard,26,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Manzoni 2008 Family Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzoni-2008-family-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Manzoni 12.5,Red,Israel,"A 50-50 Mevushal red that's simple and easy to drink. Black fruit and raspberry accented by a sprinkle of peppery spice characterize this delicately structured, medium-weight wine.",Classic Kosher,14,82,Dan,,,Barkan 2009 Classic Kosher Merlot-Argaman (Dan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barkan-2009-classic-kosher-red-blend-merlot-argaman-dan/,Merlot-Argaman,2009,Barkan 13.5,Red,US,"Heavy and soft, this Petite Sirah has sweet and sour flavors of cherries and mint.",,11,82,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2008 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2008-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2008,Bogle 11.9,White,US,"Savory, cooked apples spiked with apple cider vinegar mark the nose and palate of this simple, homespun Chardonnay.",,11,82,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 2008 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-2008-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2008,Standing Stone 14.7,Red,US,"An awkward wine. Smells a little vegetal, and tastes weirdly sweet in raspberry and cherry syrup, with a cloying finish. Ready now.",Family Estate Vineyard Private Reserve,48,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Manzoni 2008 Family Estate Vineyard Private Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manzoni-2008-family-estate-vineyard-private-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Manzoni 13.2,White,US,"The nose is somewhat off-putting with some sharp, acrid notes, but the dry palate is palate is sunny with hints of ripe tangerines and marmalade flavors.",,15,82,New York,New York Other,New York,Suhru 2009 Pinot Grigio (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/suhru-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Suhru ,Red,US,"Oxidized and tawny, a blend of grapes from Okanogan, Columbia Valley and Columbia Gorge. Soft and generic, with lots of vanilla and clove.",,20,82,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Kyra 2008 Pinot Noir (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kyra-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kyra 13.5,Red,Chile,"Simple, sweet and floral at first, and then it kind of falls apart and loses steam. The palate is lean and candied but also tart, with bland, semisharp red plum flavors. Finishes sweet, with a dusting of faux oak flavor.",The Big Green Box,20,82,Central Valley,,,Pepperwood Grove NV The Big Green Box Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-nv-big-green-box-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,,Pepperwood Grove 13,White,Chile,"This barrel-aged wine just isn't showing well. The nose is all nettles and field weeds; there isn't much fruit and hardly any pungency. The palate is soft and lays around lazily as it offers foxy lemon, banana and oak flavors. Only 250 cases made.",Hacienda Araucano Humo Blanco,23,82,Lolol Valley,,,François Lurton 2009 Hacienda Araucano Humo Blanco Sauvignon Blanc (Lolol Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2009-hacienda-araucano-humo-blanco-sauvignon-blanc-lolol-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,François Lurton 14,Red,Chile,"Dilute and thin, with candied, generic aromas and a citrusy, sweet flavor profile that fails to connote a high level of seriousness or quality. Barely working as a premium wine.",,11,82,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2009 Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2009-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2009,Cousiño-Macul 13,Rose,Spain,"Smells lightly burnt and acrid, with stemmy berry aromas, apricot and match stick. The palate has a flat, creamy feel and stemmy, dry flavors of generic berry and bitterness. Too flat and devoid of fruit to rate higher.",Viña Main Rosado Tempranillo,12,82,Central Spain,Vinos de Madrid,,Bodegas Orusco 2009 Viña Main Rosado Tempranillo Rosé (Vinos de Madrid),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-orusco-2009-vina-main-rosado-tempranillo-rose-vinos-madrid/,Rosé,2009,Bodegas Orusco 14,Red,Chile,"A huge, purple wine with foxy, wild aromas that are a bit weird. The palate is choppy and tannic, with austere, herbal big fruit flavors in front of a leathery, spicy, chocolaty finish. Has a few attributes but mostly it's strange for Malbec.",La Joya Reserve,10,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Viña Bisquertt 2009 La Joya Reserve Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-bisquertt-2009-joya-reserve-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2009,Viña Bisquertt ,Red,US,"Much the same blend as the winery's ‘Red' wine, only here the Sangiovese is replaced with Cabernet Sauvignon. Light flavors of black cherry and herb characterize a rather flat-lining wine with lots of acid.",,23,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,San Juan Vineyards 2008 Cabernet Franc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-juan-2008-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Franc,2008,San Juan Vineyards 12,Red,Italy,Here's an easy value wine from the eastern flank of the Italian peninsula that offers nice crispness and easy aromas of cassis and currant berry.,,8,83,Central Italy,Terre di Chieti,,Spinelli 2008 Sangiovese (Terre di Chieti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spinelli-2008-sangiovese-terre-chieti/,Sangiovese,2008,Spinelli ,Red,US,"A unique blend of 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Syrah, 18% Pinot Noir and 9% Carmenère, it's difficult to know exactly what is the target here. Flavors are diffuse, unfocused; it's a red wine, with tart berry flavors and plenty of herbal tannins.",Intrigue,28,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Northwest Cellars 2006 Intrigue Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northwest-cellars-2006-intrigue-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2006,Northwest Cellars 13,Red,US,"On the thin side, and the blackberry and cherry flavors are compromised by some green, minty tannins. But it's not a bad wine for a big party.",Proprietor's Reserve,10,83,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2008 Proprietor's Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2008-proprietors-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Glen Ellen 12.5,Red,Italy,"This Sangiovese-based Chianti is enhanced by small elements of Canaiolo and Colorino (it is vinified in stainless steel) to produce sweet cherry aromas and a bright, thin finish.",,13,83,Tuscany,Chianti,,Castello del Trebbio 2009 Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-trebbio-2009-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2009,Castello del Trebbio 13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This lightweight Pinot Noir displays modest scents of cherries coupled with herbal elements, while in the mouth the cherries are tart, with a hint of green underripeness, and the wine lacks fleshiness. Pair with poultry or salmon.",,20,83,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2008 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2008-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kim Crawford 15.2,Red,US,"A simple, jammy Zinfandel, with gentle raspberry, cherry, cola and spice flavors that finish sweet and hot in high alcohol.",Tribute Series,27,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ben Hogan 2008 Tribute Series Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ben-hogan-2008-tribute-series-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Ben Hogan 13,Red,Italy,Bacco in Toscana is an easy and slightly awkward blend of Sangiovese and 20% Syrah with bright berry notes and background aromas of moist earth and tobacco.,Bacco in Toscana,10,83,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Podere Guado al Melo 2007 Bacco in Toscana (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-guado-al-melo-2007-bacco-in-toscana-sangiovese-bolgheri/,Sangiovese,2007,Podere Guado al Melo 14.4,Red,US,"This 52% Syrah-48% Grenache blend from Amador has a lot of barnyard on the nose, the muted herb and spice that's in there having to fight for attention. The wine struggles to find its balance over time (it was tasted twice over the course of one day), the aromas and flavors falling off into dusty tannins and not enough fruit.",Katie's Cote Rhone Blend,19,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2007 Katie's Cote Rhone Blend Syrah-Grenache (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2007-katies-cote-rhone-blend-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Syrah-Grenache,2007,Amador Foothill Winery 13.5,Red,Italy,"From the estate's Alfio Moriconi Selection range, this 90-10 blend of Sangiovese and Canaiolo opens with strange aromas of tar, resin and molten asphalt that appear behind the cherry fruit.",,19,83,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,La Castellina 2007 Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellina-2007-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2007,La Castellina 12.5,Red,US,"Although brambly and green with hints of tomato leaf, this red cherry Cab Franc has a spicy, fruity profile with soft tannins and a bright acidity. Medium-bodied with a cherry cough drop finish.",,16,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hunt Country Vineyards 2008 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-country-2008-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Hunt Country Vineyards 13.5,White,Chile,"Kind of dull on the nose, with white pepper but also a vegetal whiff. The palate is plump, wet and soft, with mealy citrus and green-leaning flavors of canned peas and bell pepper. Not horrible but not all that enticing either; wait for the 2010.",Reserva,13,83,Leyda Valley,,,Terra Andina 2009 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-andina-2009-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-leyda-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Terra Andina 13.5,Red,US,"Tastes jammy sweet and bubble gummy, with the gassiness of a Beaujolais Nouveau. It's more full-bodied than that, of course, with black cherry flavors.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Redwood Creek 2009 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redwood-creek-2009-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Redwood Creek 13,Red,Spain,"Rough and leathery, with roasted black fruit and burnt-leaf aromas. The palate has a clacky, sharp feel and flavors of dried, baked berry fruits and leaves. Hard, roasted and leathery red wine.",Crianza,11,83,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Viña Albali 2005 Crianza Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-albali-2005-crianza-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,2005,Viña Albali 12.5,White,Spain,"Heavy aromas of orange marmalade and honey come across as unconvincing. The palate follows suit with bland, soft, chubby cantaloupe and green melon flavors. Finishes soft and dilute; seems like it's already dying in the bottle.",,13,83,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Vega Murillo 2009 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-murillo-2009-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2009,Vega Murillo 12.5,Red,Italy,"From the Marche region on the eastern flank of Italy, Tiamo offers a simple, easy-drinking value wine. What it lacks in intensity, it makes up for with fresh crispness.",,11,83,Central Italy,Marche,,Tiamo 2008 Sangiovese (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiamo-2008-sangiovese-marche/,Sangiovese,2008,Tiamo 13.5,White,US,"If only this blend of seven popular varieties were drier, it would score higher. It's crisp in acidity and complex in orange, peach, pear, honeysuckle, vanilla and mineral flavors. But the sugary finish puts it into the fruit juice category.",Winemakers Blend,15,83,California,California Other,California,Seven Daughters NV Winemakers Blend White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-daughters-nv-winemakers-blend-white-other/,White Blend,,Seven Daughters 13.5,Rose,Spain,"Heavy and nutty, almost like movie popcorn. In due time the nose transitions to creamy berry and cranberry. The palate is soft and muddled, with some citrus and red apple. Sweet and tomatoey on the finish; needs more focus, acidity and dryness.",Cabernet Sauvignon Rosado,20,83,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Enate 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Rosado Rosé (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enate-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-rosado-rose-somontano/,Rosé,2009,Enate ,White,Israel,"Apple cider, orange rind and a touch of toast unfold on the nose, while the medium weight and juicy mouth offers more fresh red apple flavors. The finish is simple but clean.",Kosher,30,83,Judean Hills,,,Tzuba 2007 Kosher Chardonnay (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tzuba-2007-kosher-chardonnay-judean-hills/,Chardonnay,2007,Tzuba 14,Red,Chile,"Gummy, overly sweet and reduced on the nose. The palate is extremely jammy, with overly intense, heavy berry flavors that are big and blaring but don't carry any elegance or finesse. A huge wine but one with balance problems.",Reserva,9,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2009 Reserva Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2009-reserva-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2009,Luis Felipe Edwards 14.5,Red,US,"Soft, heavy and extracted, with candied flavors of raspberries, cherries and blackberries. This ultraripe wine tastes sugary sweet and is probably at its best now.",Toretti's Family Vineyard,42,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Inocencio 2009 Toretti's Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inocencio-2009-torettis-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Inocencio 13.7,Red,Spain,"A bit sharp, stemmy and sour smelling. But the fruit flavors are solid and the herbal cherry and plum character that leads the palate improves with airing. Herbal on the finish; standard as a whole.",,11,83,Levante,Yecla,,Evine 2009 Monastrell-Syrah (Yecla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evine-2009-red-blend-monastrell-syrah-yecla/,Monastrell-Syrah,2009,Evine 13.5,Red,US,"There's plenty of ripeness in the red plum and cherry on the nose and palate of this everyday Finger Lakes Cab, but it's a little dusty and tired overall, with hints of tomato sauce.",,23,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Ventosa 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventosa-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Ventosa 13.6,Red,US,"Sweet mocha chocolate notes make for a tasty accent on this black cherry Cab Franc, but a lack of concentration in the palate combined with rough tannins, hints of stalky green and a choppy acidity make this full bodied wine a bit clumsy.",,25,83,New York,New York Other,New York,Belhurst 2008 Cabernet Franc (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belhurst-2008-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Belhurst 14,Red,Italy,"This easy, youthful red wine from Tuscany delivers warm, earthy tones with background tones of red berry, cassis and dried blueberry.",,15,86,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Canneto 2009 Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canneto-2009-sangiovese-prugnolo-gentile-rosso-montepulciano/,Prugnolo Gentile,2009,Canneto 14.5,Red,US,"A lovely Pinot Noir, silky and dry, with crisp flavors of raspberries, cherries, Dr. Pepper cola, dusty Indian spices and smoky sandalwood. Lots of crunchy acidity gives it a citrusy bite. Now–2014.",Bien Nacido Vineyards,38,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foggy Bridge 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyards Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foggy-bridge-2008-bien-nacido-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Foggy Bridge 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Bordeaux blend from Lazio, in central Italy, offers gorgeous intensity and ripe aromas of dark spice, black mineral, clove, blackberry, cherry cola, leather and espresso bean. It shows a modern, oak-aged side and loads of ripe fruit flavors on the long, spicy close.",Madreselva,,91,Central Italy,Lazio,,Casale del Giglio 2007 Madreselva Red (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casale-giglio-2007-madreselva-red-lazio/,Red Blend,2007,Casale del Giglio 13.5,Red,France,"Accents of gamy animal and garrigue herbs in the form of dried thyme and bay leaves lift the bright fruit aromas of red berry preserves and fleshy plum guts. The structure is gorgeous, creamy and lush but textured like crushed velvet with firm but not overly gripping tannins. Black cherry pits and plum skins linger on the lengthy finish.",Villa Ferrae,,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières-Boutenac,,Château Maylandie 2007 Villa Ferrae Red (Corbières-Boutenac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maylandie-2007-villa-ferrae-red-corbieres-boutenac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Château Maylandie 13.5,Red,Italy,"Adènzia is a blend of Nero d'Avola, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah from a dynamic new face in Sicilian winemaking. This deeply concentrated wine offers sweet spice, vanilla and cinnamon notes followed by ripe cherry and blackberry.",Adènzia,19,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 2007 Adènzia Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-cristo-campobello-2007-adenzia-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2007,Baglio del Cristo di Campobello 13.5,Red,France,"Loads of menthol and pepper spice fill the nose, with a supporting fruit core of black cherry, black currant and wild raspberry. The texture is like crushed satin but the tannins, though fine grain, have good staying power. Mocha and cherry pits add character to the close.",Proprietor's Reserve,24,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Cabardes,,O'Vineyards 2006 Proprietor's Reserve Red (Cabardes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ovineyards-2006-proprietors-reserve-red-cabardes/,Red Blend,2006,O'Vineyards 14.5,Red,South Africa,"The aromas are promisingly thick and chewy, with assertive notes of black cherry, cigar tobacco and bittersweet chocolate. The creamy mouth delivers more of the same alongside additional elements of cassis, pepper and leathery spice. The mocha-infused finish leaves little else to be desired; drink now.",The Glass Collection,18,90,Western Cape,,,Glenelly 2008 The Glass Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenelly-2008-glass-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Glenelly 8.5,White,Germany,"Inviting nose of intense mellow, yellow fruit with notably focused minerality, some spice and a hint of flowers. Off dry and beautifully balanced by the crisp acidity and generous flavors of delicious, juicy fruit, this is richly textured, yet taut and elegant. Long, persistent, layered finish.",Niersteiner Auflangen Spätlese,12,90,Rheinhessen,,,Gustav Adolf Schmitt 2008 Niersteiner Auflangen Spätlese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gustav-adolf-schmitt-2008-niersteiner-auflangen-spatlese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Gustav Adolf Schmitt ,Red,US,"Fruit from this Willamette Valley sub-AVA usually shows an herbal side, and here it is nicely melded into a fruit mix of melon, berry and pear. It sounds oddly like a white wine, but it's not; and the color and scents are clearly varietal. Penetrating and sharp, with excellent definition.",Zena Crown Vineyard,40,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Soléna 2008 Zena Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solena-2008-zena-crown-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Soléna 14.4,Red,US,"A beautiful, young and firmly tannic Pinot Noir that should improve in the bottle. It's fully dry and fine in acidity, with expressive flavors of black and red cherries, cola, beef jerky, crushed pepper and sweet, smoky sandalwood. Very nice now with a good steak, and ought to show development over the next 5–7 years.",Alfaro Family Vineyard,42,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Big Basin 2008 Alfaro Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-basin-2008-alfaro-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Big Basin 12,White,Germany,"Slight hint of sulfur at first, but it blows off and the nose opens to reveal a rich medley of ripe orchard fruit tinged with dried tarragon and savory spice. Crisp, bright and laden with a patchwork of flavors: ripe apples, pears and stone fruit against a backdrop of earthy minerality. Broad yet only medium bodied, with a moderately long finish.",Trocken,25,90,Pfalz,,,Knipser 2008 Trocken Chardonnay Weissburgunder (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knipser-2008-trocken-white-blend-chardonnay-weissburgunder-pfalz/,Chardonnay Weissburgunder,2008,Knipser 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Silky and seductive with notes of raspberry, red cherry, blueberry and earthy forrest aromas. The finish shows a sweet mocha accent through the dominant fruit flavors. Balanced and approachable with well-integrated tannins and a strong finish.",The Gypsy,65,90,Western Cape,,,Ken Forrester 2007 The Gypsy Grenache-Syrah (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2007-gypsy-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-western-cape/,Grenache-Syrah,2007,Ken Forrester ,Red,US,"The star of the show among the three Libra wines tasted, this biodynamically-farmed offering is dark and exotic, with a range of scents from cherry liqueur to cinnamon, anise, and flowers. It breathes open into a perfumed and spicy wine, with accents of orange peel around substantial, brambly fruit.",Momtazi Vineyard,35,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Libra 2008 Momtazi Vineyard Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/libra-2008-momtazi-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2008,Libra ,Red,US,"A fine, appealing and complex wine, Redhawk's estate bottling shows more concentration than its less expensive stablemates, with nuances of bloody meat and mint that give it an almost Rhônish character. The alcohol is under 14%, and it drinks like a Burgundy, only with beefier tannins.",Estate,22,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Redhawk 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redhawk-2008-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Redhawk 14,White,Italy,"Made with 40-year-old Verdicchio vines, this beautiful white shows the best of Marche winemaking. It's a thick, creamy wine with peach, apricot, almond, vanilla and pastry cream aromas. Pair it with duck or Cornish game hen.",Casal di Serra Vecchie Vigne,28,90,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore,,Umani Ronchi 2007 Casal di Serra Vecchie Vigne (Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umani-ronchi-2007-casal-serra-vecchie-vigne-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi-classico-superiore/,Verdicchio,2007,Umani Ronchi 14.3,Red,US,"A vigorous wine. In its youth it's bright and jammy in raspberries, cherries and currants, with fine, silky tannins and citrusy acidity, like a squeeze of lime. There's oak here, too. A bit disjointed now. Give it 3–4 years in the cellar to knit together.",Hawk Hill Vineyard,46,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Talisman 2007 Hawk Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talisman-2007-hawk-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Talisman 13,Red,Italy,"Cygnus is a very distinct blend of Nero d'Avola and Cabernet Sauvignon with intense aromas of barbecue sauce, liquid smoke, smoked ham and cola-like tones. The overall effect is thick, brooding and dense and this is the kind of wine you'll want to pair with succulent steak drenched in A-1 sauce.",Cygnus,30,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2007 Cygnus Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2007-cygnus-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2007,Tasca d'Almerita 12.5,Red,Austria,"Dense and firm, dark plum fruits and tight tannins frame this wine against its fruits and spice flavors. Although it is not a heavyweight, the intensity of flavors more than compensates.",Altenberg,44,89,Niederösterreich,,,R&A Pfaffl 2008 Altenberg St. Laurent (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2008-altenberg-other-white-st-laurent-niederosterreich/,St. Laurent,2008,R&A Pfaffl 13.6,White,US,"Another lovely Gewurz from Navarro. Made with neutral oak fermentation, it's rich and crisp and spicy, with a mélange of exotic fruit and wildflower flavors.",Estate,19,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2009 Estate Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2009-estate-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Navarro ,Red,US,"Tight, with a mix of berry, spice and a hint of Band-Aid. This needs decanting to show well; it's short and compact, concealing its flavors. Some cherry fruit and barrel flavors of chocolate and cinnamon, but this needs a lot more bottle age, or lengthy decanting.",Big Tree Block,60,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Sokol Blosser 2008 Big Tree Block Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-2008-big-tree-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sokol Blosser 13.5,Red,France,"Attractive and enticing, with aromas of dried red fruit and raspberry dust spiced up with notes of pepper, cocoa and toffee. Although grippy and somewhat sandpapery in the mouth, that firm texture lingers through the endless finish. Still young; try in 2012.",Proprietor's Reserve,24,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Cabardes,,O'Vineyards 2007 Proprietor's Reserve Red (Cabardes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ovineyards-2007-proprietors-reserve-red-cabardes/,Red Blend,2007,O'Vineyards 14,Red,Argentina,"Round, dense and correct on the nose, with heft and dark fruit aromas. The palate is tight, pure and just the right size, with blackberry, boysenberry and a bit of vanilla and caramel in the background. Smooth on the tail end, with sweet coconut and mocha notes. Friendly and well done for the price.",Serie A,15,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2009 Serie A Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2009-serie-a-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Zuccardi 14.7,Red,Argentina,"Lively but also narrow on the nose. The feel is very fresh and juicy due to firm, bracing acidity that gives a tangy, lemony character to the wine's dark-fruit core. Snappy, linear and crisp for a wine of magnitude and extraction. Some might say it's sheering and acidic; others might call it ageworthy.",Eolo,79,89,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Trivento 2007 Eolo Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trivento-2007-eolo-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2007,Trivento 14.1,Red,US,"Lots of juicy flavor in this dry, jammy wine. It's strong in raspberries, cherries and sweet, smoky sandalwood, with lovely Carneros acidity. Best now and for a few years for freshness and vivacity.",One Acre,40,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Valerie's Vineyard 2008 One Acre Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valeries-vineyard-2008-one-acre-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2008,Valerie's Vineyard 14.3,White,US,"Lincourt's grapes are so rich and well grown that they don't even need oak to make a delicious Chardonnay. The wine is dry and crisp, with appealing flavors of pineapples, tangerines and Meyer lemons. The savory creaminess seems to come from aging on the lees. What a great food wine.",Steel,18,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lincourt 2009 Steel Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lincourt-2009-steel-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,Lincourt 7.5,White,Germany,"This boasts a pretty nose of peach, honeysuckle blossom, tangerine and cantaloupe and stony minerality. Lively, juicy texture with a medley of zesty citrus fruit, and fresh stone-fruit flavors. Hints of honey and blossoms and a lingering minerality linger on the finish.",Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett,19,89,Mosel,,,Karl Erbes 2008 Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karl-erbes-2008-urziger-wurzgarten-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Karl Erbes 12.5,Sparkling,US,"With a pretty salmon color, this is a dry and very rich bubbly. It has subtle strawberry, raspberry, lime and yeast flavors. Could be smoother and more refined in texture, but it's a polished wine to drink now, especially with sushi.",J Brut Rosé,30,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery NV J Brut Rosé Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-nv-j-brut-rose-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,J Vineyards & Winery 14,Red,Argentina,"Dark as night, with shoe polish, coconut and powerful black-fruit aromas. This is jammy, dense, soft and not for aging, but it does deliver a truck load of toasted coffee, blackberry, molasses and crisped brown sugar. Supersweet, rich and made to drink now.",Gran Misterio,80,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma Negra 2007 Gran Misterio Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-negra-2007-gran-misterio-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Alma Negra 14.5,Red,US,"You might want to lay this Syrah-based Rhône wine down for a year or two. Tasted in the early fall of 2010, it's sharp and fresh-fruity, which gives the cherry, raspberry and cocoa a jammy taste. The grapes come from Paso Robles and Santa Barbara County.",MJM,50,89,California,California Other,California,Dragonette 2007 MJM Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dragonette-2007-mjm-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Dragonette 12,White,Germany,"Earthy on the nose, with savory aromas, fern fronds and ultraripe yellow fruit. This is dry and racy—almost a little tart—showing moderately intense flavors of ripe melons, Golden Delicious apples and Bosc pears. A little skeletal for the crispness but juicy and refreshing, with a long and savory earthy finish.",Buntsandstein Weisser Burgunder Trocken,,89,Pfalz,,,Dr. Wehrheim 2008 Buntsandstein Weisser Burgunder Trocken Pinot Blanc (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-wehrheim-2008-buntsandstein-weisser-burgunder-trocken-pinot-blanc-pfalz/,Pinot Blanc,2008,Dr. Wehrheim 10,White,Germany,"Mid-gold in color, this has a pronounced classic Gewürztraminer nose of lychee, rose petals, spice and ripe stone fruit with notes of earthy minerality. Sweet and richly textured, round mouthfeel with moderately intense flavors similar to nose with an added note of stem ginger and smoky spice on the finish.",Spätlese,22,89,Pfalz,,,Fitz-Ritter 2008 Spätlese Gewürztraminer (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitz-ritter-2008-spatlese-gewurztraminer-pfalz/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Fitz-Ritter 14.3,Red,US,"This is a very good Cab to drink now for its firm, dry mouthfeel and ripe flavors of cherries, currants and cedar. It feels elegant and distinguished. But it's also thick in dusty tannins, and should slowly evolve in the bottle for 6–7 years.",,50,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Emblem 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emblem-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Emblem ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Finely structured, a wine that boasts great fresh fruits, firm tannins and berry fruits. The wine is structured with considerable acidity.",La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2009 La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mission-haut-brion-2009-chapelle-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Dark, sweet and rooty on the nose, with a warm, soft outlook. The palate is bold and thorough, with ripe berry, plum and chocolate flavors. Per usual, Punto Final is ripe, sweet and big, with a peppery finish and toasty, jammy warmth.",Punto Final Reserva,20,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Renacer 2007 Punto Final Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-renacer-2007-punto-final-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Bodega Renacer 13.5,White,Greece,"Still one of the standards for a clean, crisp Assytriko. The Boutari offers citrus and minerals in the nose, and a clean, zippy snap of fresh fruit and sea salt on the palate. Light, elegant and delightful, and fantastic with fresh fish, fruit and salads.",,20,89,Santorini,,,Boutari 2009 Assyrtico (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boutari-2009-greek-white-assyrtico-santorini/,Assyrtico,2009,Boutari 13.3,Red,US,"This limited-production offering pays tribute to Bill Fuller, founder of Tualatin Vineyards and one of the pioneers of Oregon's modern era wine industry. Nicely balanced, it mixes tart red fruits, juicy acids, highlights of spice and a persistent underpinning of dried leaves.",Fuller,100,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2008 Fuller Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2008-fuller-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Willamette Valley Vineyards 13,White,Austria,"Great ripe fruits here, peach and apricot flavors layered with intense white currant acidity. The wine has an edgy feel to it, its acidity bright and taut. Give the wine a year for its elements to blend together.",Steinterrassen,23,90,Kremstal,,,Salomon-Undhof 2009 Steinterrassen Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salomon-undhof-2009-steinterrassen-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2009,Salomon-Undhof 14.2,Red,US,"A good Pinot Noir, dry and rich and complex, but the acidity is high. It makes for a sharp cut across the berry and cherry flavors. Seems closer to the leaner 2006 than to the wonderfully rich '07, but will probably develop in the bottle over the next 5–7 years.",Fe Ciega Vineyard,48,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Longoria 2008 Fe Ciega Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2008-fe-ciega-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Longoria 7.5,White,Germany,"From young vines, this is a sweet, slightly simple, but nicely balanced wine, displaying plenty of ripe apple and citrus flavors. The lingering, honeyed sweetness is balanced on the finish by just a trace of astringency. Drink now-2020.",Bruderberg Jungfernwein Auslese,82,90,Mosel,,,Maximin Grünhäuser 2009 Bruderberg Jungfernwein Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maximin-grunhauser-2009-bruderberg-jungfernwein-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Maximin Grünhäuser ,Red,France,"Rich, firm, opulent and impressive. With this vintage, the wood element seems to have tamed and integrated, leaving an attractive edge of chocolate and coffee.",La Roque,,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Mas del Périé 2008 La Roque Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-perie-2008-roque-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Mas del Périé 12.7,Red,US,"An easy to drink Pinot for its dryness, exceptionally low alcohol, and cleansing acidity. It has cherry, red plum, cola and herb flavors, framed with sweet, smoky sandalwood. Decant for a while.",Sterling Family Vineyard,32,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Old World 2006 Sterling Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/old-world-2006-sterling-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Old World 14.5,Red,US,"Mainly Merlot, this Bordeaux blend is a combination of grapes from Santa Maria Valley and the Santa Cruz Mountains. It's very rich and likeable now for its crisply acidic flavors of black cherries, red currants and spices, coated with sweet, smoky oak. Give it a brief decant before serving.",Revelator,26,90,California,California Other,California,Folkway 2007 Revelator Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folkway-2007-revelator-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Folkway 14,Red,Italy,"Saia is one of a handful of icon wines from Sicily: It boasts excellent integration of oak and fruit (although the wood presence is definitely felt) and amazing richness and intensity on the finish. The wine is dense, inviting and very long lasting.",Saia,30,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Maccari 2006 Saia Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-maccari-2006-saia-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2006,Feudo Maccari 13,Red,France,"Powerful and dark in color, with perfumed fruits, laden with tannins and sweet damsons, licorice and coffee. The acidity cuts through, bringing a fine edge to this rich and concentrated wine.",L'Authentique,,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Pineraie 2006 L'Authentique Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pineraie-2006-lauthentique-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Château Pineraie ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. A rich wine, with soft, juicy tannins, some spice, the tannins dry at the center. Good structure, touch of wood.",Le Clarence de Haut-Brion Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château Haut-Brion 2009 Le Clarence de Haut-Brion Barrel sample (Pessac-Léognan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2009-le-clarence-barrel-sample-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Haut-Brion 12.5,Red,France,"Impressive wine, perfectly balancing its tannins and its stylish medicinal and herbal fruit flavors. It's juicy, with mouthfilling black currant flavors. A wine to age for several years, but likely to be drinkable, with softer tannins, in 2012.",,,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Gautoul 2005 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gautoul-2005-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2005,Château Gautoul 13.5,Red,Italy,"Madreselvsa is a blend of Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon with beautiful focus and intensity. Its aromas include blackberry, currant, spice and dark mineral and the mouthfeel is velvety and smooth. There's a fine quality of tannin here and the flavors lasts long on the finish.",Madreselva,60,90,Central Italy,Lazio,,Casale del Giglio 2006 Madreselva Red (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casale-giglio-2006-madreselva-red-lazio/,Red Blend,2006,Casale del Giglio 14.5,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Syrah exhibits aged aromas of spice, old leather and dried pipe tobacco. Tertiary aromas (the tones that develop as the wine ages) are already showing, so you'd better drink up now. The finale is marked by loads of succulent black currant and plum.",Delia Nivolelli Riserva,38,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Caruso & Minini 2006 Delia Nivolelli Riserva Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caruso-minini-2006-delia-nivolelli-riserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2006,Caruso & Minini 14,Red,US,"Very big and rich and extracted, offering massive flavors of cherries and raspberries, enriched with caramelized oak. Very delicious, if a little obvious. Pinot Noirs from this stretch of the southern Santa Rita Hills tend to age well, gaining earthy complexities over the years. This one could hang in there for a long time.",La Encantada Vineyard,45,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Deovlet 2008 La Encantada Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deovlet-2008-encantada-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Deovlet 14.5,Red,US,"Good blackberry, cherry, cola and pomegranate flavors in this rich, dry wine, but it's also tight in tannins and brisk in acidity. Too hard and unsupple for drinking now. Give it 4–5 years to change in the bottle.",Toboni Vineyard,56,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2008 Toboni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2008-toboni-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Arista 14.3,Red,US,"Although this isn't one of Arista's single-vineyard bottlings, it's right up there with them, offering rich flavors and a lovely structure. It's dry and silky, with brisk acidity backing raspberry, cherry and sandalwood flavors, and an earthy hint of balsam-splashed beefsteak tomato. Drink now–2013.",,42,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Arista 8,White,Germany,"Lemon in color, with pronounced floral aromas—elder-flower, honeysuckle and acacia—alongside white peaches and nectarines. There's a strong mineral focus on the nose. Sweet, yet deliciously crisp and juicy, with ample flavor concentration. Taut and lively, and has a long minerally finish.",Dhroner Hofberger Auslese ***,24,90,Mosel,,,Bollig-Lehnert 2008 Dhroner Hofberger Auslese *** Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollig-lehnert-2008-dhroner-hofberger-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Bollig-Lehnert ,White,US,"This wine immediately wows the palate, bursting into full flavor with an explosion of apple and pear fruit. There's a light yeastiness as well, just enough to suggest a young, fresh, exuberant wine, and it simply grabs hold of your taste buds and never lets go.",The Orchards,18,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Left Coast Cellars 2008 The Orchards Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/left-coast-cellars-2008-orchards-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Left Coast Cellars ,Red,US,"Made in a lighter style, this Pinot comes from the cooler Napa side of the Carneros. It's light- to medium-bodied and dry, with a silky texture and pleasant flavors of cherries, exotic dusty spices and sandalwood. Elegant and moderate in alcohol, it's a wine to drink now.",Thomson Vineyard,24,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Hocus Pocus 2009 Thomson Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hocus-pocus-2009-thomson-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2009,Hocus Pocus ,White,US,"Estate grown, crisp and nicely defined, with a pretty mix of apple, pear, peach and apricot flavors. The fruit is framed with citrus rind (orange and grapefruit) and keeps the wine tight and focused through a clean, lingering finish.",,24,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Hawks View 2009 Pinot Gris (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawks-view-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Gris,2009,Hawks View 13,White,Germany,"Mid-gold in color, with attractive aromas of ripe stone fruits. Focused by earthy minerality, this is dry and crisp, with abundant fruit in the mouth: peach, apricot, orange peel and spice. Nicely balanced, with a long, minerally finish.",Westhofener Trocken,47,90,Rheinhessen,,,Wittmann 2008 Westhofener Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wittmann-2008-westhofener-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Wittmann 13,White,France,"This 100% Chenin Blanc is a beautiful exaple of what the variety can express: soft florals loaded with garrigue notes alongside tropical fruit aromas of mango, guava and pineapple. It's vibrant in the mouth, with moderate acidity and a lifting backbone of lemon verbena. The finish lingers gracefully, and overall the wine is ripe and attractive without being sweet or cloying.",Dédicace,20,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Limoux,,Château Rives-Blanques 2008 Dédicace Chenin Blanc (Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rives-blanques-2008-dedicace-chenin-blanc-limoux/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Château Rives-Blanques 12.5,Rose,France,"As fresh and crisp as possible, this is a wonderful thirst-quenching rosé. Packed in reinterpretation of the classic Provence rosé skittle bottle, it has delicious fresh acidity, raspberry flavors and an edge of minerality that make this a great food wine.",Rose et Or,,90,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Minuty 2009 Rose et Or Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-minuty-2009-rose-or-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château Minuty 14.3,Red,US,"Among the four different single- vineyard selections tasted, this showed best. Strawberry/cherry fruit is spiced up with dark chocolate and a thread of pine sap. Long and layered, this offering shows enough vineyard character to make a designate compelling.",Freedom Hill Vineyard,40,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 2007 Freedom Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2007-freedom-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Panther Creek 7.5,White,Germany,"Classic Mosel nose of fresh blossoms, delicate stone fruit, slate and hints of flint. This is medium sweet, crisp and lively with lots of juicy fruit flavors, notes of acacia honey, white peach and citrus. Nicely taut and focused palate, very minerally with refreshing long finish.",Haus Klosterberg Kabinett,18,90,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2008 Haus Klosterberg Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2008-haus-klosterberg-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Markus Molitor 14.5,White,US,"Dark yellow honey in color, this fine blend of 52% Sémillon, 48% Sauvignon Blanc is a nice ode to white Bordeaux, very French in its austerity, with plenty of creaminess and barrel richness, too. Its layers of lemon, peach, honeysuckle and butterscotch unveil themselves slowly, the wine's depth opening over time.",White Meritage,22,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Murrieta's Well 2007 White Meritage Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murrietas-well-2007-white-meritage-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Murrieta's Well ,Red,US,"This deceptive wine looks almost Pinot-like in color, but packs a myriad of flavors into its compact and raw frame. Rose petals, pomegranate, sour cherry, hints of cumin and nutmeg—it just keeps on going. Tannins are beautifully polished and the wine slowly unfolds, adding layers of flavor. Should improve for six to eight years and cellar for even longer.",Estate,35,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2007 Estate Tempranillo (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2007-estate-tempranillo-southern-umpqua-valley/,Tempranillo,2007,Abacela 13.5,Dessert,France,"Named after the dry wind that blows through the Jurançon vineyards, this light, poised sweet wine has typical freshness, the botrytis never cloying but immersed in currants, fresh apricots. The wine has a lively, buoyant, sweet character.",Foehn,24,90,Southwest France,Jurançon,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2008 Foehn (Jurançon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2008-foehn-white-jurancon/,White Blend,2008,Lionel Osmin & Cie 14.5,Red,US,"This is a pretty nice wine. It's made in a lighter style than from warmer regions, and is silky, absolutely dry and crisp in acids. The cherry, berry and currant flavors are perfectly integrated with the oak. Drink this elegantly constructed, food-friendly wine now.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,36,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Folkway 2007 Bien Nacido Vineyard Merlot (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folkway-2007-bien-nacido-vineyard-merlot-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Merlot,2007,Folkway 13.5,White,US,"Marked by big, sharp acidity, like biting into a lime, and clean, linear flavors of limes, green apples and pineapples, this bone-dry Chardonnay badly needs food to balance it out. Think of bacon-wrapped grilled shrimp, or a spicy Ahi tuna tartare dish.",,35,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fogdog 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fogdog-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Fogdog 7.5,White,Germany,"Delicate lemony color. Fragrant nose of peach and apricot crème pastry, with hints of sherbet and grapefruit and a stony mineral focus. Crisp, racy with a youthful fruit cocktail medley of flavors. Light-bodied but focused and taut. Not hugely concentrated, but well balanced and persistent.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese,,90,Mosel,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2008 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2008-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Joh. Jos. Prüm ,Red,US,"A real success in a challenging vintage, this is a meaty, flavorful, well-built Pinot Noir. The fruit is a mix of berries, especially strawberry, with accents of peach, cola, earth, sassafras and cinnamon. The wine keeps on going; it doesn't wimp out or turn bitter. It's interesting now, but should develop even more flavor with some years of cellaring.",SV Estate,40,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2007 SV Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2007-sv-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Stoller ,White,US,"Made from Grenache Blanc and Viognier, this pretty and enormously likeable white wine was barrel fermented. It has pleasant flavors of citrus fruits, raspberries, vanilla, white pepper, buttered toast and sandalwood. The finish is clean and zesty.",Terra Alta Vineyard Le Blanc,24,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Standing Sun 2009 Terra Alta Vineyard Le Blanc White (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-sun-2009-terra-alta-vineyard-le-blanc-white-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style White Blend,2009,Standing Sun 14.2,Red,US,"Lots of rich, ripe varietal flavor in this dry, tannic young Cabernet. It's strong in blackberries and cassis, with a cedary edge that has the scent of a cigar box. Firm enough to develop some bottle complexity over the next 6 years or so.",Oso Vineyard,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Emblem 2007 Oso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emblem-2007-oso-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Emblem 13,Red,France,"A firm but sweet-hearted wine, packed with juicy black fruits that balance the acidity and tannins. It has weight, good depth of flavor and a chance to age well.",,,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Rollan de By 2008 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rollan-by-2008-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Rollan de By 15,Red,US,"Very rich and ripe in fruit, and also rich in new oak. The combination makes for mouth-filling blackberry and cherry pie filling, currant, licorice, dark chocolate and spicy flavors that are frankly delicious. The finish is quick, suggesting this lovely wine is best enjoyed in its youth.",Artistry,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2008 Artistry Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2008-artistry-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Girard 14,Red,Argentina,"Here's a Bordeaux-style blend to snap up if you're lucky enough to find it. It's a definite re-issue in that it was first released at $25 in 2006 but was put back on the market last year at $15. And what a bargain it is: Earth, tar and tobacco vie with dried cherry and raspberry on the nose and palate; the finish is long, elegant and dry. A mature, classy wine to drink now.",Serie Magno Gran Reserva,15,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fantelli 2003 Serie Magno Gran Reserva Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fantelli-2003-serie-magno-gran-reserva-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2003,Fantelli 14.2,White,US,"Marked by zesty acidity and dryness, this Chard shows long hangtime, ripe flavors of pineapples, lemons and sweet green apples. Minerality grounds the fruit, making the wine savory and clean. Gets better as it warms in the glass, a very good sign.",,23,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Expression 38 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/expression-38-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Expression 38 8,White,Germany,"Mid-gold in color, featuring broad, layered aromas of ripe yellow stone fruit, ruby red grapefruit and mineral notes. Concentrated flavors prevail across the palate showing crisp citrus fruits, nectarines, white peaches and hints of honey. Racy acidity balances the sweetness, as does its firm, taut texture, which gives the wine focus.",Hochgewächs Süss,18,90,Mosel,,,Caspari-Kappel 2008 Hochgewächs Süss Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caspari-kappel-2008-hochgewachs-suss-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Caspari-Kappel ,Red,US,"Forward and immediately delicious, this has a mix of peach, pear, apple and the more expected red fruits; it's a wild panoply of fruit flavor, with balancing acids and tannins. Round, forward, full bodied and textural, it is a uniquely flavorful wine with distinctive fruit-laden profile.",Peach Tree Block,60,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Sokol Blosser 2008 Peach Tree Block Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-2008-peach-tree-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sokol Blosser ,Red,US,"The Goosepen bottling is distinctive, elegant and spicy, with a mix of baking spices, soft fruits, chocolate, coconut and butter. Certainly the barrel program is a success, but it supports pretty fruit flavors of blackberry and sweet plum, and the tannins are soft and seductive. A very pretty, approachable wine.",Goosepen Block,60,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Sokol Blosser 2008 Goosepen Block Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-2008-goosepen-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sokol Blosser ,Red,US,"Great entry, soft and seductive, with cherry and chocolate, but it dies quickly, fading into a delicate malted milk flavor. Re-tasted after being open for several hours, it had gained a little flesh, retained the milk chocolate flavors, but still seemed to need more bottle age to soften up the finish.",Estate Cuvée,50,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Sokol Blosser 2008 Estate Cuvée Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-2008-estate-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sokol Blosser 13.7,Red,US,"This Pinot is pure California in its ripe fruitiness. It's explosive in cherry and raspberry jam flavors, with sandalwood and dusty spice notes, and also displays crisp, cool-climate acidity. A delicious wine to drink now.",Quasi Nulla,38,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Wrath 2008 Quasi Nulla Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wrath-2008-quasi-nulla-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2008,Wrath 10.5,Dessert,Germany,"This wine boasts a lovely nose redolent of dried apricots and bergamot, with fresh, mossy hints on the background. On the palate, it's medium bodied, not overly sweet or concentrated but with clean melon and citrus flavors that finish clean and fresh.",Trabener Würzgarten Beerenauslese 375 ml,49,90,Mosel,,,Max Wagner 2006 Trabener Würzgarten Beerenauslese 375 ml Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/max-wagner-2006-trabener-wurzgarten-beerenauslese-375-ml-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2006,Max Wagner ,Red,US,"Young and spicy, with deeply-etched cranberry fruit flavors, limned with leafy herbal tannins. The core of fruit is pretty as can be, and the nicely-managed tannins wrap it in a perfect frame, while giving it added muscle. Another two or three years in the bottle will really bring this into focus.",JV Estate,25,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Stoller 2008 JV Estate Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoller-2008-jv-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Stoller 14.2,Red,US,"Sebastiani knows how to make good Cabernet. It's wired into their hard drive, and with this lovely '07, they've again succeeded. The wine is dry, elegant and drinkable now with upscale fare. It shows the herbal quality of Alexander Valley Cabs, with a sage note to the blackberries, cherries and sweet tobacco.",,30,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sebastiani 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sebastiani 14,Red,France,"An intensely black-colored wine, with dark, smoky tannins to match. It does have a juicy, ripe sweet berry fruit element, laying under the surface tannins. With this power, it needs several years to develop.",Château de Mercuès,,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2008 Château de Mercuès Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2008-chateau-mercues-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Georges Vigouroux 15,Red,US,"A rich, complex Zinfandel, showing the rustic mouthfeel sometimes found in Dry Creek reds. The tannins are strong and jagged, and the berry and cherry flavors have a wild, briary taste. But the finish is bone dry, and the wine grows more interesting as it breathes in the glass.",Old Vine,32,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Del Carlo Winery 2007 Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlo-winery-2007-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Del Carlo Winery 14,White,Italy,"This is a very special wine from central Italy made with Pecorino grapes (a variety that is currently experiencing and happy revival). The wine opens with a golden-amber color and offers spicy aromas of pastry cream, vanilla, spice, exotic fruit, honey and apricot. It's a big, structured white wine to pair with pork or veal.",,24,90,Central Italy,Colline Pescaresi,,Ciavolich Giuseppe 2008 Pecorino (Colline Pescaresi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ciavolich-giuseppe-2008-italian-white-pecorino-colline-pescaresi/,Pecorino,2008,Ciavolich Giuseppe ,Red,US,"Positioned as the top wine in the massive Erath lineup, La Nuit Magique was not made in 2007, but it's back in 2008. A welcome relief from all the single-vineyard wines, this blends the top barrels from excellent vineyards, slathers them in chocolaty oak, and the result is a palate-pleasing, open, warm, generous wine which might come from California. Sappy berry compote, enlivened with juicy acids, and finished with plenty of sweet, toasty oak.",La Nuit Magique,65,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 2008 La Nuit Magique Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2008-nuit-magique-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Erath 14.1,White,US,"A fine, bone-dry and minerally Sauvignon Blanc to enjoy with shellfish, grilled chicken or on its own as an appetizer. A touch of oak adds richness to the vibrant, acidic citrus fruit, lemongrass and green apple flavors.",,19,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Matanzas Creek 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2009-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Matanzas Creek 13,White,Italy,A beautiful white wine that shows so much territorial personality. You can taste the drying mineral tones gained from the volcanic soils and the ripe fruit and pear aromas from sunny climatic conditions.,Radici,30,90,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Mastroberardino 2008 Radici (Fiano di Avellino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2008-radici-fiano-di-avellino-114859/,Fiano,2008,Mastroberardino 14.4,White,US,"Rich and oaky, with brisk acidity framing delicious flavors of pineapple custard, buttered toast and crème brûlée. Elegant and impressive for drinking now.",,27,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lincourt 2008 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lincourt-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Lincourt 14,Red,Argentina,"Almost everything about this wine is right on the money, from bouquet and flavors to feel and price. The nose is sweet and floral, with deep, alluring berry aromas. The palate offers a fine texture, with pure, layered blackberry, cola and spice flavors. Satisfying on the finish and complete.",Obra Prima Reserva,20,90,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Familia Cassone 2007 Obra Prima Reserva Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-cassone-2007-obra-prima-reserva-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2007,Familia Cassone 14.5,Red,South Africa,"A beautiful example of 100% Pinotage. Gorgeous aromas of cassis, black berry and plum abound from this deep red wine. Firmly structured but approachable with the potential to age gracefully another three to five years. Unsweetened cocoa and concentrated dark fruit linger through the lengthy finish.",Diesel,,90,Stellenbosch,,,Beyerskloof 2007 Diesel Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beyerskloof-2007-diesel-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2007,Beyerskloof 7.5,White,Germany,"Mid-gold in color. Quite a broad bouquet - ripe stone fruit honey, white flowers and a strong stony mineral focus. Sweet, smooth, rich texture yet crisp, refreshing and brimming with lively flavors. Very long, persistent with complex layers that linger on the finish.",Bernkasteler Doctor Auslese,,90,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2008 Bernkasteler Doctor Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2008-bernkasteler-doctor-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 13.5,White,Italy,"This is an absolutely beautiful white wine (made from a bland of Ansonica and Chardonnay) that delivers rich and opulent tones of stone fruit, mon blossom. The wine excels in the mouth thanks to its richness and smooth creaminess.",Chiarandà,40,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Contessa Entellina,,Donnafugata 2007 Chiarandà (Contessa Entellina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2007-chiaranda-white-contessa-entellina/,White Blend,2007,Donnafugata 14.5,Red,US,"This rich Syrah is a pleasure to drink with lamb and beef dishes. It has an excellent structure, softly tannic and silky in the mouth, with long, luscious black cherry, blueberry, beef teriyaki, sandalwood and spice flavors. Only 100 cases were produced.",,35,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Broadway Vineyards 2008 Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broadway-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2008,Broadway Vineyards ,White,US,"Tart and slender, this is deceptive; at first it seems a little thin, but as it opens in the glass into a succulent, well-defined, racy wine with citrus and peach, mineral and herb. It's not delicate, but its muscularity is concealed behind elegant styling.",Her Silhouette,22,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amalie Robert 2009 Her Silhouette Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalie-robert-2009-her-silhouette-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Amalie Robert 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Wines like this have defined and propelled Malbec mania. It's ripe, bold and firm, with welcoming berry aromas and a powerful but healthy palate of ripped black cherry, berry and cola flavors. In the mix and on the finish you'll find coffee and mocha. Drink now and over the next two years.",,22,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Bodega Catena Zapata ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Very spicy fruit, with lots of blackcurrant character, very fresh with light tannins. There is a streak of ginger right through the wine, finishing with lively acidity.",Le Petit Mouton Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Mouton Rothschild 2009 Le Petit Mouton Barrel sample (Pauillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mouton-rothschild-2009-le-petit-mouton-barrel-sample-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Mouton Rothschild 14,Red,France,"Classic black-colored Malbec, very perfumed, its fruit polished by smooth tannins. On the palate, black damson and bitter chocolate flavors are present. It's a powerful wine, full of firm tannins, its dark edge softened by wood.",Renaissance,21,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Gaudou 2008 Renaissance Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudou-2008-renaissance-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Château de Gaudou ,Red,US,"This excellent grower/producer has crafted a ripe, muscular Pinot Noir with the accent on spicy cranberry, plum and cherry compote. Adding complexity are the unfolding barrel flavors— chocolate in particular—and a suggestion of root beer that marks it as Chehalem Mountains fruit.",,39,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Carabella 2008 Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carabella-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Carabella 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Very clean, smooth and inviting. Every piece is in place, and the wine flows from nose to palate to finish with ease and comfort. Flavors of black cherry, cassis and blackberry are creamy and deep, with a hint of vanilla sweetness and oak. Warm and chewy as well. Cabernet Sauvignon with 12% Cab Franc; drink now.",Morena,30,90,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2007 Morena Red (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2007-morena-red-lujan-cuyo/,Cabernet Blend,2007,Viña Alicia 14,Red,Argentina,"A bit rusty in color and mature, but that's what makes this wine different than most. It's earthy, a bit leathery and muddled, and slightly baked. But it's also subdued, mellow and sturdy, with lighter tannins and hints of herbs to go with finely roasted berry and tomato flavors. Integrated, long and spicy late. Drink now through 2012.",Carrascal,22,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Weinert 2006 Carrascal Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinert-2006-carrascal-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Weinert 13.8,White,US,"A very pleasant Chardonnay that's lifted above the ordinary by a brisk, dry minerality. Orange, lemon and pear fruit stars, with a suggestion of toast and complicated notes of anise, vanilla and cream.",,25,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Isabel Mondavi 2009 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isabel-mondavi-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Isabel Mondavi 14,White,Austria,"A rich wine, full of peach and pineapple flavors, with an herbal, spicy edge. It's full in the mouth, the texture oily and unctuous. At the end, the pepper character thrusts out of the glass.",Schiefer Reserve,,90,Kremstal,,,Forstreiter 2009 Schiefer Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forstreiter-2009-schiefer-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Forstreiter 15,Red,Italy,"Harmonium is a very rich and extracted take on Nero d'Avola that will appeal to those who love thick, extracted, warm climate wines. It would pair with succulent steak or barbecue pork ribs and offers loads of oak and red fruit intensity on the finish.",Harmonium,,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Firriato 2007 Harmonium Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firriato-2007-harmonium-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2007,Firriato 13,White,Austria,"Von Schloss means that the wine comes from the Hardegg castle vineyards. A rich and complex wine, its creamed apple flavors given point by pineapple acidity. It has weight, ripe fruits, a hint of spice and a round, full texture on the finish.",Vom Schloss,18,90,Niederösterreich,,,Graf Hardegg 2009 Vom Schloss Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-hardegg-2009-vom-schloss-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Graf Hardegg 14.5,White,France,"Soft butter and vanilla-almond milk mingle with pear and Gala apple aromas and flavors. Accents of thyme and orange blossom add complexity to the bouquet, while woody sweet spice appears in the mouth and sticks around through the long close. Full, creamy and decadent. Only 5,200 bottles produced.",Aigle Royal,75,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Limoux,,Gérard Bertrand 2009 Aigle Royal Chardonnay (Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2009-aigle-royal-chardonnay-limoux/,Chardonnay,2009,Gérard Bertrand ,Red,US,"This is a smooth customer, with a rich, silky mouthfeel, and has the soft seductive velvety character that allows it to feel complete as a standalone clone. It stops a bit short in the finish, hitting some herbal tannins, but resonates with pretty barrel notes of caramel and a hint of honey.",Prince Hill Pommard,50,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Erath 2008 Prince Hill Pommard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2008-prince-hill-pommard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Erath 13.5,Red,US,"Good value in a solid Napa Valley Cabernet blend with plenty of upscale character. It's dry and firm in tannins, with complex flavors of blackberries, black currants, herbs and cedar. Drink now.",Collection,26,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Q 2008 Collection Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/q-2008-collection-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2008,Q 14,Red,Argentina,"Bold and packed to the gills with black fruit, well-applied oak and rubbery, fresh tannins. As Bonarda goes, this is a clear winner; it's blowsy and ribald on the nose, with tons of black fruit, coconut and mocha. The palate is firm but not overly hard, with fig, black plum and length to the finish. Drink now through 2012.",Limited Edition Reserva,28,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2008 Limited Edition Reserva Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2008-limited-edition-reserva-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2008,Nieto Senetiner 14.5,Red,US,"A beautiful, succulent young Cabernet-based Bordeaux blend that delivers plenty of flavor. It's front-loaded with blackberries, cherries, currants and chocolate. Delicious now, but it's a little too soft for the cellar.",Anthology,55,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2006 Anthology Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2006-anthology-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Conn Creek 14.5,Red,US,"There's so much oak on this Pinot Noir, you might think you were tasting a dessert made with vanilla cream and toasted meringue, like the crust on a baked Alaska. Under all that, loads of ripe raspberries and cherries. Shows the excellent hallmarks of a fine Santa Rita Pinot Noir, but certainly is one of the oakier versions.",,95,90,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Coup de Foudre 2008 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coup-foudre-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Coup de Foudre 14.5,Red,US,"Extraordinarily rich, offering massive blackberry and cherry jam, red currant, licorice, balsam, bitter chocolate and red pepper flavors. It's very tannic, but seems overly soft, and probably best now, so drink up.",Ruben's Block,98,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2008 Ruben's Block Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2008-rubens-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Stolpman 14.9,Red,US,"A rich, extracted Syrah that treads the line between simple lusciousness and complex authority. It's softly tannic and low in acidity, with pie filling flavors of cherries, raspberries and mocha. Earns extra points for sheer richness. Drink now.",Originals,38,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2008 Originals Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2008-originals-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Stolpman 14.5,Red,US,"A rich, dramatic and impressive wine. With vital acidity and dryness, it has complex layers of ripe cherries, red licorice, cranberries, pomegranates, mocha and cinnamon. Falls somewhere in texture between Pinot Noir and Merlot, either of which it can substitute for. Drink now.",La Croce,66,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2008 La Croce Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2008-croce-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Stolpman 14,White,Italy,"Castello di Semivicoli is a thick and succulent expression of Trebbiano that offers impressive intensity and persistency. Aromas here include honey, acacia flower, stone fruit, apricot and mature melon. There's also a touch of roasted almond for extra complexity.",Castello di Semivicoli,45,90,Central Italy,Trebbiano d'Abruzzo,,Masciarelli 2006 Castello di Semivicoli (Trebbiano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masciarelli-2006-castello-semivicoli-italian-white-trebbiano-trebbiano-dabruzzo/,Trebbiano,2006,Masciarelli 7.5,White,Germany,"Pale lemony color. Some initial reductive notes blow off to reveal a classic Mosel nose of delicate flowers, white stone fruit and slate. Crisp, elegant, juicy and packed with mouthwatering stone fruit and citrus flavors. Very minerally, taut and focused, with tremendous length and a persistent, juicy finish.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,57,90,Mosel,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2008 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2008-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Joh. Jos. Prüm 13.5,Red,US,"A delicious Pinot Noir to drink now with upscale fare. It's very fruity, offering a burst of raspberries and cherries, together with a coat of sweet, smoky oak. But crisp acidity and smooth, silky tannins provide a balanced structure.",Falcon's Perch,17,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,J. Lohr 2009 Falcon's Perch Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2009-falcons-perch-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,J. Lohr 12.8,White,US,"A fascinating wine. Tastes sweet and finishes bone dry, offering rich, tangerine and honey flavors, accented with crisp acidity. Nice as a cocktail sipper, and will play well with Asian fare.",,13,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2009 Edelzwicker (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2009-white-blend-edelzwicker-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Edelzwicker,2009,Navarro 14,White,Austria,"Aromas of peach and mango waft from the glass. This is a rich wine, although dry, with a smooth, almost oily texture. Its ripe fruit is intense, with the yellow fruit flavors dominating acidity and pepper. It could age for several years.",Von Stein Reserve,55,90,Kremstal,,,Salomon-Undhof 2009 Von Stein Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salomon-undhof-2009-von-stein-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Salomon-Undhof 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Plenty of mocha and vanilla combined with racy berry aromas give this an ice cream sundae-type of bouquet. The palate is healthy and snappy, with lively acidity pushing black cherry and meaty plum flavors. Whole and toasty on the finish, with touches of excellence throughout. Impressive for a first effort, with room to improve. Drink now through 2012.",ViBo,40,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viu Manent 2007 ViBo Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2007-vibo-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Viu Manent 14,Red,South Africa,"Vibrant, attractive notes of black cherry, plum, raspberry sauce and licorice root draw you in immediately, and continue on to the palate alongside complementary accents of sweet spice and black pepper. Medium weight in the mouth with grippy tannins and a strong finish. Elegant yet intense.",Ansela Van de Caab,35,90,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Muratie 2007 Ansela Van de Caab Red (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muratie-2007-ansela-van-caab-red-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2007,Muratie 8,White,Germany,"Mid-gold color. Pronounced aromas of ripe yellow fruits, honey, with hints of warm earth, savory fresh root vegetables and spice. Sweet, richly textured, but refreshingly crisp. Vibrant flavors follow through on the palate showing strong mineral notes. Broad but firm palate and a long lingering lively finish.",Westhofener Morstein Spätlese,38,90,Rheinhessen,,,Wittmann 2007 Westhofener Morstein Spätlese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wittmann-2007-westhofener-morstein-spatlese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2007,Wittmann 13.3,Red,US,"Like the winery's “Fuller” Pinot Noir, this special, limited-edition offering honors some Oregon wine industry stalwarts, the owners of Elton Vineyards. It clearly reflects the flavors of the Eola-Amity Hills AVA—no tricks or attempts to hide the natural earthy, herbal character. Herb and sassafras, pine needle and sour cherry, spice and even a hint of pickle barrel (American oak?) mingle pleasantly, and the alcohol remains at a comfortable 13.3%.",O'Brien,100,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2008 O'Brien Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2008-obrien-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Willamette Valley Vineyards 13.1,Red,US,"Firm and slightly chewy, this interesting wine brings brambly berries, dried herbs, forest floor and light mushroom flavors together in a well-crafted, well-balanced effort. The alcohol is just over 13%, and the style is classic Oregon.",Founders' Reserve,35,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2008 Founders' Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2008-founders-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Willamette Valley Vineyards 13.5,White,US,"This varietally correct Sauvignon Blanc is clean, crisp and refreshing, with plenty of honey, pineapple and green apple, and yet has some meat on its bones, with a rich mouthfeel that belies its all-stainless-steel aging. It also has just a touch (2%) of Sémillon.",Louis Mel,15,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2009 Louis Mel Sauvignon Blanc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2009-louis-mel-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Wente 14.5,Red,US,"Crispness and dryness mark this elegant young Pinot Noir. It feels silky, almost delicate in the mouth, but with powerful cherry, pomegranateand cola flavors. Should develop for up to six years in the bottle.",Longbow,48,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arista 2008 Longbow Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2008-longbow-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Arista 14.4,White,US,"This estate-bottled Pinot Gris, from a vineyard planted in 1983, shows some definite residual sugar, despite its alcohol rating of 14.4%. Plenty ripe all right, and plenty tasty, too. This has the body and balance to match up with a fat cut of salmon, perhaps in a semisweet tamari sauce, or a grilled pork roast with a fruit dressing.",,16,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Anindor 2009 Pinot Gris (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anindor-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Anindor ,White,US,"This gentle, lightly off-dry Riesling was fermented primarily in neutral oak, which seems to have softened the entry without impacting the flavors. Aromatic highlights of honeysuckle and orange marmalade introduce a full palate with a complex fruit mix including raspberry, citrus and orange. The finish brings an impression of cotton candy.",Nicholas Estate,19,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Anam Cara 2009 Nicholas Estate Riesling (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anam-cara-2009-nicholas-estate-riesling-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Riesling,2009,Anam Cara 7.5,White,Germany,"As with all of the Dr. Loosen wines, this blended kabinett is very fruit-forward and direct. The green apple and lime notes are wonderfully pure and balanced. Drink this light, spritely wine over the next few years.",Blue Slate Kabinett,20,90,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2009 Blue Slate Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2009-blue-slate-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Loosen 13,White,Austria,"With beautiful purity of fruit from the biodynamic Hardegg vineyards, this is a perfumed, apples and currant flavored wine. Light, airy, it dances on the palate, a lovely cool-climate Riesling.",Vom Schloss,18,90,Niederösterreich,,,Graf Hardegg 2009 Vom Schloss Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-hardegg-2009-vom-schloss-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2009,Graf Hardegg 13.5,Red,Greece,"This refined red offers aromas of anise, cigarbox and cinnamon, followed by flavors of cocoa, dried berries and spice. Smooth, balanced and sultry, the wine offers a silky texture while at the same time maintaining its firm backbone. Luxurious and unique.",,18,90,Nemea,,,Estate Constantin Gofas 2006 Red (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-constantin-gofas-2006-red-nemea/,Red Blend,2006,Estate Constantin Gofas 13.5,White,South Africa,"This is a top-end Chard from a very reputable producer. Sweet custardy notes of mango, pear and melon transition from the nose to mouth seamlessly, with accents of hazelnut and orange oil adding complexity to the long finish. Full and lusty with an overall decadent feel; drink now.",Quartz Stone,45,90,Paarl,,,Glen Carlou 2008 Quartz Stone Chardonnay (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-carlou-2008-quartz-stone-chardonnay-paarl/,Chardonnay,2008,Glen Carlou 14.5,Red,Italy,"Aromas span from black fruit, to spice to smoked ham and the wine is soft and velvety on the finish. This thick and luscious Syrah offers a ripe and sunny wine experience that would pair with succulent steak or pork roast.",Sole di Sesta,,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cottanera 2006 Sole di Sesta Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottanera-2006-sole-sesta-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2006,Cottanera 14,Red,South Africa,"A limited production wine (only 3,440 bottles produced) that has the depth and concentration one would expect for a wine with this price tag. Dark and floral with aromas of crushed African violets, black plum, cherry and clover. The mouth is lush and velvety, loaded with flavors of cassis, black berry, pepper and leathery spice that continue through the finish. Drink now through 2015.",Minotaur,65,90,Wellington,,,Doolhof 2007 Minotaur Red (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doolhof-2007-minotaur-red-wellington/,Red Blend,2007,Doolhof ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. All fresh blackberry juice with sweetness and power. The wine has richness, along with considerable charming freshness.",Tronquoy Sainte-Anne Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Tronquoy-Lalande 2009 Tronquoy Sainte-Anne Barrel sample (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tronquoy-lalande-2009-tronquoy-sainte-anne-barrel-sample-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Tronquoy-Lalande ,Red,France,"89-91 Barrel sample. Considerable freshness here, a wine that has ripe blackcurrant fruit, but very soft tannins.",La Chapelle de Potensac Barrel sample,,90,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Potensac 2009 La Chapelle de Potensac Barrel sample (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potensac-2009-chapelle-barrel-sample-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Potensac 14.9,Red,US,"This is a blend of grapes from Calistoga to Carneros. The wine shows Cabernet's full-bodied character and rather fierce tannins, although it has an enormous soul of blackberries, black currants and dark chocolate, as well as plenty of new oak. Shuttered and hard now, it should develop bottle complexity over the next six years.",,43,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Clos Pegase 13,White,US,"Citrus and honeydew fruit flavors anchor this unoaked Chardonnay. It has a wonderful leesy texture that enlivens the palate, giving the impression of limestone, or at least lime pulp. Flavors linger, clean and utterly refreshing.",Estate Unoaked,15,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,David Hill 2009 Estate Unoaked Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-hill-2009-estate-unoaked-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,David Hill 14.2,White,US,"This is the kind of Chardonnay that divides wine lovers into enemy camps. Old World purists will criticize the candied richness. New World fans will love the toasted marshmallow, caramel corn and buttered toast flavors that rest on a solid foundation of pineapple and green apple fruit.",Reserve,20,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Buehler 2009 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buehler-2009-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Buehler 14,Red,South Africa,"Riper and richer than most Pinotage, with loads of decadent berry preserves, caramel sauce and melted dark chocolate aromas. The lushness carries through to the mouth, with a round mouthfeel full of dark fruit with accents of leather and cigar box. The peppery finish leaves a satisfying spicy note lingering in your mouth through the close.",,45,90,Wellington,,,Bosman Family Vineyards 2008 Pinotage (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosman-family-2008-pinotage-wellington/,Pinotage,2008,Bosman Family Vineyards 13.3,Red,US,"Hannah Vineyard is a select block at the highest point of Tualatin Estate. Distinctive with a streak of pine resin running through darker flavors of black raspberry, black cherry and clean earth, it finishes with a lick of black licorice.",Hannah Vineyard,45,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2008 Hannah Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2008-hannah-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Willamette Valley Vineyards 14.5,White,Italy,"This thick, luscious and opulent Trebbiano d'Abruzzo shows the best of white wine making in central Italy. There's complexity and balance here all backed by beautifully intense aromas of stone fruit, toasted almond and exotic fruit.",Marina Cvetić,60,91,Central Italy,Trebbiano d'Abruzzo,,Masciarelli 2006 Marina Cvetić (Trebbiano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masciarelli-2006-marina-cvetic-italian-white-trebbiano-trebbiano-dabruzzo/,Trebbiano,2006,Masciarelli 14,Red,Italy,"Opens with a rich, saturated appearance, impressive complexity and intense aromas of ripe fruit and spice. The blend sees Nero d'Avola, Syrah and Cabernet Franc, and you can recognize the amazing fruit characteristics of each variety. The oak is still very present on the nose, but the tannins are soft.",Doppiozeta,60,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Zisola 2007 Doppiozeta Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zisola-2007-doppiozeta-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2007,Zisola ,White,US,"Balanced and fresh, with a mix of pear, quince, melon and apple, lightly dusted with baking spices, this appealing Pinot Gris is a fine match for salmon, halibut, and other Northwest seafood. Textural, laced with refreshing minerality, and persistent into a long finish, this is Oregon PG at its best.",Reserve,28,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2008 Reserve Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2008-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Rex Hill 14,White,Austria,"While the aromas are luscious, what emerges on the palate is more austere, mineral in texture. The wine has a tight, nervy character, its white fruit and spice flavors laced with tense acidity. It needs 3-4 years.",Lindberg Reserve,48,91,Kremstal,,,Salomon-Undhof 2009 Lindberg Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salomon-undhof-2009-lindberg-reserve-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Salomon-Undhof 14.5,Red,Italy,Sagrantino is a powerful and densely tannic wine that is gaining popularity in Italy and abroad. Lungarotti works hard to tame this variety through careful oak aging and low yields in the vineyard. The beautiful results boast dark fruit and exotic spice highlights.,,48,91,Central Italy,Sagrantino di Montefalco,,Lungarotti 2006 Sagrantino di Montefalco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lungarotti-2006-italian-red-sagrantino-sagrantino-montefalco/,Sagrantino,2006,Lungarotti 14.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet Sauvignon-based Bordeaux blend is very rich and elaborate, a major league hitter for its spectacular fruit and tannins. The flavors are deep and concentrated, suggesting perfectly ripened blackberries, cassis and milk chocolate, with a minerality that must come from the soil. It's also very soft, in the modern style.",The Puzzle,80,91,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Newton 2007 The Puzzle Red (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2007-puzzle-red-napa-spring-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Newton 8.5,White,Germany,"This is awfully creamy and lush for a kabinett, but yummy at the same time. Some hints of lees and funk add complexity to the sweet green apple, passion fruit and lime flavors. Finishes long, with lingering notes of crushed stone, citrus and honey.",Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett,21,91,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2009 Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2009-bernkasteler-badstube-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 7.5,White,Germany,"Pale gold in color. The attractive nose features ripe yellow stone fruit with strong mineral overtones, while the palate reveals enough crisp, refreshing acidity to balance the sweetness. There's a smooth, rich texture, showing ample flavors of ripe stone fruit, floral notes and honey. Concentrated, with a moderately long, fresh finish.",Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese,30,91,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2008 Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2008-urziger-wurzgarten-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Loosen 8.5,White,Germany,"Fairly broad aromas show some evolution with honey notes adding intrigue to ripe stone fruit and floral notes. Medium-sweet, but balanced and taut, with a juicy, crisp texture and lots of minerality on the palate. Persistent layers of flavors with honey, apricot, peach, spice showing nicely. Long minerally finish.",Berncasteler Doctor Spätlese,62,91,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2008 Berncasteler Doctor Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2008-berncasteler-doctor-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 13.5,Red,France,"Big, ripe, juicy wine, threaded by tannins. It has an elegant structure, with bright black berry fruits to go with the layers of smoky wood and tannins. Age for 3-4 years.",,18,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Chambert 2008 Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chambert-2008-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2008,Château de Chambert 13.5,Red,France,"Densely tannic, a dry core overlaid by delicious, jammy flavors. Black and Damson plums, alongside roast coffee, go with acidity that pushes through at the end. Certainly for aging.",Cuvée Particulière,,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Lamartine 2008 Cuvée Particulière Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lamartine-2008-cuvee-particuliere-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Château Lamartine 14.5,Red,US,"The grapes come from Ventura County, which lies between Santa Barbara and Los Angeles along the coast. This is cool-climate territory, and it shows in the rich acidity and delicate structure that accompany this delicious wine. It's potent in blackberry and black cherry fruit, with a spicy finish.",The Garage,40,91,California,California Other,California,Bella Victorian Vineyard 2007 The Garage Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-victorian-vineyard-2007-garage-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2007,Bella Victorian Vineyard 13,White,Austria,"A medium-sweet wine, balancing ripe fruits with a delicious layer of acidity. The black currant fruits, tarragon and taut acidity balance the rich sweetness.",Spâtlese Reserve Vom Schloss,37,91,Niederösterreich,,,Graf Hardegg 2005 Spâtlese Reserve Vom Schloss Riesling (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-hardegg-2005-spatlese-reserve-vom-schloss-riesling-niederosterreich/,Riesling,2005,Graf Hardegg ,White,US,"A great success in 2008, this compelling Chardonnay offers concentrated, dense fruit flavors of lemon curd and sweet pineapple, along with streaks of vanilla cookie. Nuances reveal themselves through a lingering finish; fresh herb and hints of rock.",Estate,30,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2008 Estate Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2008-estate-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Willamette Valley Vineyards ,Red,US,"With its dryness and firm tannins, there's lots of structural integrity in this Cab. New oak adds the right suggestions of toast and wood spices. It's an elegantly streamlined wine whose nuanced berry, cherry and currant flavors won't overwhelm a beautiful cut of beef.",,45,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Volker Eisele Family Estate 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volker-eisele-family-estate-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Volker Eisele Family Estate 14,Red,France,"A smooth wine, the tannins suspended within a velvet texture, resulting in an opulent, rich feel. This is very intense, with medicinal and dark plum skin flavors. Powerful, solid, for aging.",Cuvée Ambroise de l'Her,18,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Nozières 2008 Cuvée Ambroise de l'Her Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-nozieres-2008-cuvee-ambroise-lher-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2008,Château Nozières 14.8,Red,US,"Lusty, full-bodied, powerful, classic Sonoma Zinfandel. Swamps the palate with complex flavors of wild forest berries, red currants, licorice, beef jerky, cola, dusty Indian spice and cedar flavors, wrapped into firm tannins. Really textbook Zin, dry, lively and distinctive. Drink now-2013.",Karma Zin Rue Vineyard Old Vine,33,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Carol Shelton 2007 Karma Zin Rue Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2007-karma-zin-rue-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Carol Shelton 14.8,Red,US,"With massive fruit and power, this low production (300 case) Zinfandel will make lovers of the Shelton style exult, while others might find it lacking elegance. But there's no doubting the potency of the wild berry, licorice, cola, cedar and spice flavors, which earn this wine its high score.",Bacchus Laureate Reserve,52,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Carol Shelton 2006 Bacchus Laureate Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2006-bacchus-laureate-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2006,Carol Shelton ,Red,France,"90-92 Barrel sample. Good ripe fruit, very dense with concentrated black chocolate and ripe fruits, but showing some alcohol burn.",Péby Faugères barrel sample,,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Faugères 2009 Péby Faugères barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-faugeres-2009-peby-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Faugères 14.5,Red,Italy,"This full and generous Merlot (with a small percentage of Petit Verdot in the blend for extra richness) delivers beautifully elegant aromas of cherry, white mineral, spice, leather and dried tobacco. It is smooth and rich with a very fine quality of soft tannin.",,40,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2007 Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2007-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2007,Planeta 14,Red,South Africa,"A gorgeous and elegant compositionally undisclosed red blend from winemaker Kevin Grant, this has all the finesse and complexity of a great wine. Bright and inviting with juicy red plum, blueberry, and wild raspberry aromas and flavors laced with hints of smoky, woody spice and minerality. Silky in the mouth with fine tannins and a long, nuanced finish. Drink now.",Serenity,30,91,Western Cape,,,Ataraxia 2007 Serenity Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ataraxia-2007-serenity-red-western-cape/,Red Blend,2007,Ataraxia ,Red,US,"This is the reserve, a barrel selection limited to just 100 cases. The selection was done well and is meaningful; this has more grip and body than the excellent Estate 777 Pinot Noir that precedes it in price. A mix of Northwest berries define the fruit, set against moderately stiff tannins with suggestions of caramel from the oak aging. Put this one in the cellar.",Vintner's Select,60,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Arbor Brook 2008 Vintner's Select Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arborbrook-2008-vintners-select-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Arbor Brook 14,Red,US,"La Fenetre scores with this lush, forward Pinot Noir that offers enough flavor to please almost anybody. It's enormously rich in raspberry and cherry pie filling, roasted almond granola, vanilla cream, buttered cinnamon toast and sandalwood flavors that are so delicious, they're sweet, except that the wine finishes dry. Great with lamb. Drink now.",Le Bon Climat Vineyard,59,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,La Fenêtre 2008 Le Bon Climat Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2008-le-bon-climat-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,La Fenêtre 14.5,Red,US,"Quite a good Pinot, dry and complex. Although it's pale in color and lightly silky in the mouth, it packs a punch, delivering waves of cherry, cranberry, spice and sandalwood flavors. One quibble is that acidity is high, which calls for rich fare to pair it with, such as Ahi tuna, beef and lamb.",Las Brisas Vineyard,32,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mahoney 2007 Las Brisas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahoney-2007-las-brisas-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Mahoney ,Red,US,"From a single block at Temperance Hill, this aromatic wine neatly captures the terroir without pushing too hard. There are herbal nuances. a hint of hazelnut, some earth and wet stone, all nicely blended into a wine that is robust but accessible. Good balance and well-managed tannins.",North Temperance,38,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lumos 2008 North Temperance Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lumos-2008-north-temperance-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lumos 13.5,White,Austria,"Reserve wines from Kremstal offer a rich character and this wine, with its intense ripe yellow fruits, fits the bill. It does have an edge of steel and minerality, although its round, creamy style is likely to emerge more as it ages.",Steiner Kögl Reserve,28,91,Kremstal,,,Salomon-Undhof 2009 Steiner Kögl Reserve Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salomon-undhof-2009-steiner-kogl-reserve-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2009,Salomon-Undhof ,Red,US,"Trisaetum is making some of the most exciting Rieslings in Oregon; now it can add Pinot Noir to its hit list. Estate grown, elegant and showing more than a little new French oak, this toasty wine drinks like a young Chambolle-Musigny. The tannins are sculpted and firm; the fruit ripe and racy with a mélange of red berries and currants. Give this more time in the bottle to absorb the new oak and shed some of the herbal aromas.",Estate,75,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Trisaetum 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trisaetum-2008-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Trisaetum 7,Dessert,Germany,"Moderately sweet and viscous, without the intense concentration seen in some of the vintage's BAs, this remains a skilfully balanced wine, with candied pineapple, citrus and honey balanced by fresh acidity. Drink it over the next 25 years or so.",Rosa-Goldlack Beerenauslese 375 ml,,91,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2007 Rosa-Goldlack Beerenauslese 375 ml Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2007-rosa-goldlack-beerenauslese-375-ml-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2007,Schloss Johannisberger ,Red,US,"Once again, the Burgundian touch of Veronique Drouhin has crafted a wine of surpassing elegance and immaculate structure. This is the antithesis of a jammy, California style yet it retains much of the vibrancy of New World fruit rather than the suppressed rusticity of Burgundy. Delicate cherry and tart plum fruit is sculpted into a wine with nuanced details of cola and coffee and spice.",,45,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Drouhin Oregon 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-oregon-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Domaine Drouhin Oregon 14.8,Red,US,"Made in an exceptionally ripe and strongly oaky way, this wine is rather heavy right now. The Cabernet was blended with some Syrah and Petit Verdot grown in a Calistoga vineyard. There's no questioning the richness, but it's so ripe that the blackberries veer into dark chocolate and prunes. See what it does over the next eight years.",,95,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Coup de Foudre 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coup-foudre-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Coup de Foudre 15.9,Red,Argentina,"Big, dark, sweet and jammy on the nose, with earthy, candied, sweet aromas of ripe blackberry and herbs. The palate delivers bouncy, showy acidity, while the flavors of black cherry, dark plum and chocolate are solid and rewarding. A little pruney on deeper inspection, with a leathery quality to the wine's depth. Drink now through 2013.",Reserva,90,91,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Colomé 2007 Reserva Malbec (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colome-2007-reserva-malbec-calchaqui-valley/,Malbec,2007,Colomé 7,White,Germany,"A pale, lemon color Riesling. The complex nose of honey, delicate stone fruit, elder-flower and stony minerality is deliciously inviting, while intense, focused ripe fruit prevails all across the palate. This is sweet, yet crisp and oozing freshness, with a taut, lively texture. Very long, complex and subtle at the same time.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,42,91,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2008 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2008-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Loosen 8.5,White,Germany,"Inviting layered aromas of ripe stone fruit, hints of citrus and some earthy spice and minerality. Crisp and refreshing. Very good depth and intensity of lively youthful fruit with a strong mineral core adding complexity. Medium sweet and balanced with a long finish.",Bernkasteler Doctor Kabinett,44,91,Mosel,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2008 Bernkasteler Doctor Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2008-bernkasteler-doctor-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 14.6,White,US,"A modern style coastal Chardonnay, brimming with acidity and starring major league pineapple, tangerine, Asian pear, buttered toast and honey vanilla flavors. Very rich and flamboyant. Calls for a rich shellfish dish in a cream sauce.",Gap's Crown Vineyard,38,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Expression 38 2008 Gap's Crown Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/expression-38-2008-gaps-crown-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Expression 38 14,Red,South Africa,"Cocoa dusted black raspberry, black currant and plum aromas up front transition to flavors of blackberry and fudgy brownie. Creamy and full in the mouth with medium tannins and a velvety texture. Approachable now, but pair with a good steak or fatty game like shoulder lamb chops for balance.",,40,91,Cederberg,,,Cederberg 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Cederberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cederberg-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-cederberg/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Cederberg 8,White,Germany,"Complex, intense nose of fresh honeysuckle, tangerines, marmalade, spice, dried apricots, golden raisins and an earthy minerality abound. Delightfully rich and sweet, but lively and fresh, with nicely balanced racy acidity. Generous concentration of flavor that coats the whole palate and lingers to a sweet but vibrantly juicy finish.",Westhofener Morstein Auslese 500 ml,58,91,Rheinhessen,,,Wittmann 2007 Westhofener Morstein Auslese 500 ml Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wittmann-2007-westhofener-morstein-auslese-500-ml-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2007,Wittmann 13.5,White,Austria,"Poised, ripe wine that revels in its richness allied to a tight texture of apples skins, white currants and juicy acidity. An edge of pepper gives extra interest and brings out the dry nature of the wine.",Mandel-Höh,,91,Thermenregion,,,Stadlmann 2008 Mandel-Höh Zierfandler (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadlmann-2008-mandel-hoh-other-white-zierfandler-thermenregion/,Zierfandler,2008,Stadlmann ,Red,US,"A home run. Given extra bottle age, this is drinking optimally at the moment, with a spicy, brambly nose mixing blackberries, mint and chocolate-covered cherries. There's a scent of fresh cut wood also, and a mouthful of fruit and barrel flavors that are both nicely integrated and complementary. The long finish lingers into a resonant note of black tea.",Cali's Cuvée,24,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Left Coast Cellars 2006 Cali's Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/left-coast-cellars-2006-calis-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2006,Left Coast Cellars 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Despite tough vintage conditions, Bodega Septima got this blend of Malbec, Cabernet and Tannat right. The nose is dark, solid and full of attractive black fruit and coconut aromas. Lush and a mile deep on the palate, with sultry, smoky, dark flavors of blackberry, licorice and spice. A chewy, rich and balanced wine; drink now through 2014.",Gran Reserva,25,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Septima 2008 Gran Reserva Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/septima-2008-gran-reserva-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2008,Septima 14.5,White,Italy,"Cometa is a fantastic expression of Fiano from Sicily that reaches high marks in terms of purity, intensity and persistency. The wine is thick and smooth on the palate and imparts lasting flavors of stone fruit, honeydew melon and almond blossom.",Cometa,40,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2008 Cometa Fiano (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2008-cometa-italian-white-fiano-sicilia/,Fiano,2008,Planeta 15.5,Red,US,"California Syrah doesn't get much richer than this. It explodes in blackberry and cherry jam, olive tapenade, dark chocolate and bacon flavors, wrapped into firm, intricate tannins. Lacks some vital acidity for balance, and so it doesn't seem ageable, but a fancy wine for drinking now.",Mr. Smith,56,91,California,California Other,California,Piedrasassi 2007 Mr. Smith Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piedrasassi-2007-mr-smith-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2007,Piedrasassi 14.9,Red,US,"Released at seven years of age, this Syrah is soft, tannic and dry. It has rich flavors of blackberries and blueberries, and seems far younger than it is. It's interesting and complex, and grows in the glass. Could go for a few more years.",,36,91,California,California Other,California,Piedrasassi 2003 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piedrasassi-2003-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2003,Piedrasassi 13.5,Red,France,"From a vineyard at one of the highest points in the Cahors vineyard (nearly 1,000 feet), this is a smoothly perfumed, wood-aged wine that shows light elegance, acidity as well as dark currant fruits and a touch of mint.",Château de Haute-Serre,,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2008 Château de Haute-Serre Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2008-chateau-de-haute-serre-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Georges Vigouroux 15,Red,South Africa,"A heady and concentrated Cab-based blend with 30% Shiraz and 9% Merlot. Intense aromas of blackberry, cassis, cedar spice and rich espresso grinds fill the bouquet, while black cherry, plum, cured meat and soft bramble unfold in the mouth. Full and tightly structured with firm tannins and a lingering finish; drink now to 2012.",Estate,40,91,Stellenbosch,,,Rust en Vrede 2007 Estate Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rust-en-vrede-2007-estate-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2007,Rust en Vrede 14.8,Red,US,"From a producer to watch in underrated Lodi, this intense, black cherry, bacon-fat and white peppery Syrah has an almost peat-like, whisky aroma at first, very inviting, which then leads into more bacon and pepper that carries through on the palate, balanced by extremely smooth tannins and an unexpected elegance. A really cool Syrah to try on its own that'll go very nicely with meaty, wintery foods.",Farrah,20,91,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Klinker Brick 2008 Farrah Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/klinker-brick-2008-farrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,2008,Klinker Brick 14,Red,Italy,"Tancredi is always a beautiful wine and this year's expression (a 70-30 blend of Nero d'Avola and Cabernet Sauvignon) offers great aromatic intensity with soft tones of cherry, vanilla and exotic spice. It closes with good structure and polished tannins.",Tancredi,40,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Contessa Entellina,,Donnafugata 2006 Tancredi (Contessa Entellina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2006-tancredi-contessa-entellina/,Red Blend,2006,Donnafugata 15,Red,Italy,"This is a lovely and sophisticated expression of Petit Verdot from Sicily with elegant graphite and mineral tones that back plum, prune, spice and loads of toasted nut. The wine is aged 16 month in oak, so those spice and smoke tones are also evident on the tasty finish.",Carduni,53,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2005 Carduni Petit Verdot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2005-carduni-petit-verdot-petite-sicilia/,Petit Verdot,2005,Baglio di Pianetto 14.5,Red,Italy,"This delicious Merlot exhibits fine and elegant aromas of blackberry, cherry, graphite and lingering tones of smoke and spice. The mouthfeel is enormously generous and intense and wine does a great job of keeping your interest, sip after sip.",Salici,27,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2005 Salici Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2005-salici-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2005,Baglio di Pianetto ,Red,Argentina,"Bella Vista is the richest, most dense of A-F's three single-vineyard Malbecs. It opens with leather, smoke, blueberry and floral aromas. Next in line is a chewy, dark palate of wild berry and earthy fruit flavors. Clean on the finish with a bit less acidity than its brothers, Altamira and Mirador. Drink now through 2015.",Finca Bella Vista,120,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Achaval-Ferrer 2008 Finca Bella Vista Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaval-ferrer-2008-finca-bella-vista-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Achaval-Ferrer ,Red,US,"Cofermented with about 3% Viognier, this estate-grown Syrah is done in a style quite different from anywhere else on the West Coast. It's racy and almost delicate, with none of the jammy fruit of California or the funk of Washington. But what it does have is grace and detail—starting with plums and cherries and bringing in loads of spice and chocolate, hints of coffee grounds and a whiff of tobacco. It's all elegantly displayed, lingering and polished, with surprising length.",Estate,30,91,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2007 Estate Syrah (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2007-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-umpqua-valley/,Syrah,2007,Abacela ,Red,US,"This is a truly appealing wine that seduces with chocolate-covered cherry flavors and soft, inviting tannins. The balance and concentration are all in proportion, with no reliance on too much new oak (just 25% first use) for the flavor. Details of spice and fresh tarragon enliven the aftertaste.",Estate 777 Block,45,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Arbor Brook 2008 Estate 777 Block Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arborbrook-2008-estate-777-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Arbor Brook 14,Red,France,"A dense wine, tannic and firmly structured. It's one of those wines that are not for the faint-hearted with its power, concentration and medicinal character. Age for several years.",Réserve de Gaudou,40,91,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Gaudou 2007 Réserve de Gaudou Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudou-2007-reserve-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château de Gaudou 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an inky dark and impenetrable blend of Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc, Merlot and Marzemino. This is a seriously dense and rich expression with loads of mature fruit and spice that make for a layered and complex whole. The wine also shows tight, firm tannins.",Amaranto 72 Riserva,,91,Veneto,Veneto,,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 2006 Amaranto 72 Riserva Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cescon-italo-storia-e-vini-2006-amaranto-72-riserva-red-veneto/,Red Blend,2006,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This is a gorgeous Bordeaux-style blend that grabs you right from the start with a decadent nose of black currant liqueur, toasted coconut, black cherry, cedar and a hint of purple African violet florals. The mouth is round but not fat, with a firm but not unyielding structure followed by a toffee-kissed finish that lingers endlessly. Drink now–2015.",Estate Reserve (Trilogy),30,91,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 2007 Estate Reserve (Trilogy) Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-2007-estate-reserve-trilogy-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Warwick 12.5,White,Germany,"Medium gold in color. Attractive nose, quite citrussy, orange with floral notes and a touch of honey. Layered and reasonably complex. Dry and richly textured on the palate and medium bodied. Nicely taut and well balanced with ample ripe orchard and melon fruit. Evident minerality right across the palate to the finish, which is persistent, layered and savory.",Dürkheimer Spielberg Spätlese Trocken,24,91,Pfalz,,,Fitz-Ritter 2008 Dürkheimer Spielberg Spätlese Trocken Chardonnay (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitz-ritter-2008-durkheimer-spielberg-spatlese-trocken-chardonnay-pfalz/,Chardonnay,2008,Fitz-Ritter 13.5,White,US,"What's so nice about this Chardonnay is the way the dryness, acidity and minerality combine with tropical fruit to make for a splendid, Chablis-style California wine. It's a connoisseur's Chardonnay, requiring some understanding of structure. Don't drink it too cold; could even stand a brief decant at room temperature.",,55,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Freestone 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freestone-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Freestone 14,Red,Argentina,"Oaky, creamy and a bit lactic on the nose, with an easy style to the palate and ripe, sweet flavors of blackberry and black cherry that are delicious but lack complexity. Finishes big, syrupy and sweet, with a spot of raisin. Really good for a blend of Malbec, Cabernet and Petit Verdot. Drink now through 2013.",Apartado,70,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Felipe Rutini 2006 Apartado Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felipe-rutini-2006-apartado-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2006,Felipe Rutini ,White,US,"A rich, woody style of Pinot Blanc, the barrel toast wrapped around superripe tropical fruit flavors of banana, papaya and pineapple, with a hint of grapefruity acids. This is flat-out delicious, and could easily pass for an expensive Chardonnay.",Quail Run,22,91,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Erath 2009 Quail Run Pinot Blanc (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2009-quail-run-pinot-blanc-southern/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Erath 14.5,Red,Italy,"One of Sicily's best expressions of Syrah, Planet's rich and velvety wine offers elegant aromas of blackberry, cherry, smoked ham and crushed white pepper. The wine is smooth and long on the finish with loads of chocolate intensity.",,40,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2007 Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2007,Planeta 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is an inky black blend of Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc that shows intense aromas of black fruit, tobacco, graphite mineral, tobacco and leather. The wine is full and generous in the mouth with soft, velvety tannins.",Burdese,40,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2007 Burdese Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2007-burdese-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2007,Planeta 14.3,White,US,"This barrel selection of wines shows how well Sauvignon Blanc does in Happy Canyon. The variety was already a star in Santa Ynez Valley, but growing it in a warmer region adds ripeness and richness. It's lush in citrus and honeysuckle, with crisp acidity and oak barrel influences.",,35,91,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,Dragonette 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dragonette-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Dragonette 14,White,South Africa,This is a stellar example of how to do South African Chard right. Delicate white florals and a firm minerality mingle with fruit notes of Gala apple and Anjou pear. The mouth is weighty but not flabby and a soft sweet woody spice lingers on the long finish.,Bateleur,50,91,Robertson,,,Danie de Wet 2007 Bateleur Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/danie-wet-2007-bateleur-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2007,Danie de Wet 15.4,Red,US,"This is a Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre blend, with a trace of Viognier. It's a big, rich, voluptuous wine, dynamic in berries and vanilla cream from oak, and the acidity must come from that 2% of Viognier. So fruity, it's almost sweet, except that it finishes with a dry flourish. Only 960 cases were produced.",The Offering,25,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sans Liege 2008 The Offering Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sans-liege-2008-offering-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Sans Liege 13,White,Austria,"Rich Riesling, very perfumed, with flavors of yellow creamed fruits over a steely core giving structure. It has weight, the ripe fruit powering through the edgy final texture. A wine for aging.",Pfaffenberg,35,91,Kremstal,,,Salomon-Undhof 2009 Pfaffenberg Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salomon-undhof-2009-pfaffenberg-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2009,Salomon-Undhof 14.9,Red,US,"This Cabernet-based blend of all five Bordeaux varieties is the most inaccessible of Merryvale's '07 portfolio, and it consequently offers the least pleasure now. It's quite rich in blackberries and currants but the tannins are considerable, and 90% new oak buries the fruit under a cloak of char and wood tannins. Feels rustic, but obviously pedigreed and extremely ageable. The score could soar over the next 6–9 years as the wine develops in the bottle.",Profile,150,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2007 Profile Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2007-profile-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Merryvale 13.5,Red,Italy,"San Giorgio is an historic wine that represents an international variety, Cabernet Sauvignon, married to a local one: Sangiovese. The results are soft and generous and although you can recognize characteristics of both, the fruit is perfectly ripe and balanced.",San Giorgio,62,91,Central Italy,Umbria,,Lungarotti 2004 San Giorgio Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lungarotti-2004-san-giorgio-red-umbria-120104/,Red Blend,2004,Lungarotti ,Red,US,"There's an odd plastic note here. Firm and compact, with unyielding fruit; black cherry, leaf and black tea flavors dominate. This seems closed down even after being open for several hours.",Domaine Danielle Laurent,50,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Soléna 2008 Domaine Danielle Laurent Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solena-2008-domaine-danielle-laurent-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2008,Soléna 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a smooth and saturated Chard that beams strong with the Sicilian sunshine within. The bouquet opens with warm aromas of yellow rose, stone fruit, almond and creamy vanilla. In the mouth, it shows rich, full flavors that would pair with shellfish or white meat.",,40,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2008 Chardonnay (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2008-chardonnay-sicilia/,Chardonnay,2008,Planeta 13,White,US,"Like it says, this Riesling is bone dry. It's also crisp in acidity, with a tang of minerals and steel. It gains richness from a rich core of lemon, lime and orange citrus flavors, and possesses that note of diesel that a fine, cool climate Riesling shows. Should develop over the next six years.",Dry,22,91,California,Napa,Oak Knoll District,Trefethen 2008 Dry Riesling (Oak Knoll District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2008-dry-riesling-napa-oak-knoll-district/,Riesling,2008,Trefethen 13,Red,Austria,"Plenty of spice, leather and tar aromas, followed by a juicy palate that is edged with dark, dusty, very dry tannins. It is finely balanced, the acidity showing attractive freshness, with a long, fruity aftertaste.",Hochäcker,24,91,Mittelburgenland,,,Weninger 2009 Hochäcker Blaufränkisch (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weninger-2009-hochacker-other-red-blaufrankisch-mittelburgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2009,Weninger 14.5,Red,France,"A big, bold wine with fine acidity and firm dark black tannins. It has proper weight, richness as well as a big structure. The core is dense, mineral, tight. Drink now, but could age for several years.",Mon Adour,17,91,Southwest France,Madiran,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2008 Mon Adour Tannat (Madiran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2008-mon-adour-other-red-tannat-madiran/,Tannat,2008,Lionel Osmin & Cie 14.1,Red,US,"Cabernet from Oakville for under $20? Yes, and it's a really good one. It's dry and full bodied and rich in classic blackberries and cassis. How Kirkland sells it so inexpensively is a mystery. Classically structured, even ageworthy. Drink now–2015.",Signature Series,19,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Kirkland Signature 2008 Signature Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-signature-2008-signature-series-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Kirkland Signature 7.5,White,Germany,"A delicate nose of complex aromas with striking stony minerality goes alongside aromas of honeysuckle, white lilac, elder flower and white peach. Very taut yet filigreed on the palate, this pale, lemon-colored wine is sweet, yet crisp and poised. Ample juicy ripe fruit flavors persist across the palate and lead to a long and layered, refreshing finish.",Graacher Himmelreich Auslese,,91,Mosel,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2008 Graacher Himmelreich Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2008-graacher-himmelreich-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Joh. Jos. Prüm 14.8,Red,US,"Marked by dryness and some heat from alcohol, this wine also has a rich core of ripe cherries. It's very strong and powerful, not a Zinfandel that's shy or apologizes for its brashness. But that's the essence of Rockpile. Drink this sturdy wine now, and the ideal food pairing is barbecue.",Rocky Reserve Florence Vineyard,33,89,California,Sonoma,Rockpile,Carol Shelton 2007 Rocky Reserve Florence Vineyard Zinfandel (Rockpile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2007-rocky-reserve-florence-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-rockpile/,Zinfandel,2007,Carol Shelton 13,White,Italy,"Perticaia delivers a gorgeous Trebbiano with rich creaminess to its texture and compelling aromas of passion fruit, melon, yellow rose and pulpy stone fruit. You could pair this beautiful wine with shellfish or crab cakes.",,,89,Central Italy,Umbria,,Perticaia 2008 Trebbiano (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perticaia-2008-italian-white-trebbiano-umbria/,Trebbiano,2008,Perticaia 13.5,White,South Africa,"This is a gorgeous Sauvignon Blanc with notes of sweet pea, honeydew, gooseberry and lemon rind citrus. Medium weight with assertive acidity and a vibrant, mouth-watering finish. Try with lemon roasted chicken or grilled swordfish.",,20,89,Western Cape,,,Ataraxia 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ataraxia-2009-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Ataraxia 14.2,Red,US,"Dark purple red with a great fruity nose full of blackberry, tart cherry and dark plum, this tiny-production out of Livermore Valley is medium bodied with deep concentration and a nice finish cradled in cardamom and earthy bacon.",Tazetta Vineyard,24,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Page Mill Winery 2007 Tazetta Vineyard Syrah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/page-mill-winery-2007-tazetta-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Syrah,2007,Page Mill Winery 13.9,Red,US,"A fine, complex Merlot to drink now with a great steak or chop. It's dry and tannic, with polished cherry, red currant, licorice, teriyaki beef and cedar flavors. Give it a brief decant.",Barney's Heritage Cuvée,29,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hawkstone 2008 Barney's Heritage Cuvée Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawkstone-2008-barneys-heritage-cuvee-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Hawkstone 14.5,Red,US,"This is an interesting wine for drinking now as an alternative to a dry, full-bodied red, such as Merlot or Cabernet. It's spicy and ripe in red currant, licorice, smoked meat, violet and sandalwood flavors that are rich and complex.",Estate,34,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2008 Estate Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2008-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Stolpman 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of pleasure in this dry, classically structured wine. It's rich and forward in juicy blackberries and cherries, with a milk chocolaty richness but also a dried herb earthiness that grounds it. Good price for a wine of this class.",Herrick Red,18,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 2008 Herrick Red Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-2008-herrick-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Conn Creek 13.5,Red,US,"Similar in style to the winery's Cuvée A bottling, this had a little higher percentage of new French oak (still just one quarter total), and brings an earthier style to bear. The cherry fruit has scents and subtle flavors of compost and barnyard, with ripe but chewy tannins.",,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Anne Amie 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anne-amie-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Anne Amie 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Superbly full and heady, the ripe black plum and dark raspberry notes mingle seamlessly with accents of spiced cigar tobacco and graham cracker crumbs throughout. The mouthfeel could use a bit more heft, but the finish is clean and satisfying. Balanced, soft and ready to drink now.",,27,88,Walker Bay,,,Southern Right 2008 Pinotage (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southern-right-2008-pinotage-walker-bay/,Pinotage,2008,Southern Right ,Red,US,"The percentage of new oak in WildAire's reserve bottling is upped from one-fifth to one- third of the barrels, and overall it has more weight to the fruit than the companion 2008 Timothy Pinot Noir. They are well-matched in other respects, with tart cranberry/cherry fruit, and here a dash of vanilla cream and a hint of banana.",Reserve,38,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WildAire 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildaire-2008-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,WildAire 12,White,France,"Sweet apple flavors fill this deliciously aromatic, off-dry wine. With the apples come white currants, white peach and a touch of honey. A pleasure to drink. Screwcap.",Gros Manseng,12,88,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Haut Marin 2009 Gros Manseng Gros Manseng (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haut-marin-2009-gros-manseng-other-white-gros-manseng-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Gros Manseng,2009,Haut Marin 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This is quite a meaty Shiraz, with dominating characteristics of smoked game and bacon slabs. But the raspberry sauce, blueberry and plum fruit flavors keep things from getting too wild, filling the palate alongside accents of smoky pepper. The tannins are dusty but dissipate slowly on the finish, making this a tasty and easy-drinking but interesting selection.",,18,88,Durbanville,,,De Grendel 2007 Shiraz (Durbanville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grendel-2007-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-durbanville/,Shiraz,2007,De Grendel 7.5,White,Germany,"Starts off with an almost indescribable note of petrichor, then develops more apple, citrus and even a hint of peachy ripeness. It's plump and medium in body, with lovely balance to the off-dry finish.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett,20,88,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2008 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2008-wehlener-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Markus Molitor ,Red,Argentina,"Minty, oaky and spicy up front, with cherry and berry aromas that are potent. The palate is lush, flush and tannic, with aggressive flavors of bacon, smoke, roasted blackberry and savory spices. It finishes well, with freshness along with a dark, smoky tail.",,12,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2009 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2009,Pascual Toso 14.1,White,US,"Tangy and pleasantly round upon entry, this mingles fresh apple and peach fruit with baking spice highlights. There is a full midpalate, fruit-driven and flavorful, that gracefully tails off into a tart and juicy finish.",Elton Vineyard,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Panther Creek 2008 Elton Vineyard Chardonnay (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2008-elton-vineyard-chardonnay-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Panther Creek 14.1,Red,US,"Fullbodied and detailed, the Shea vineyard bottling mingles fresh strawberry and sour cherry fruit in a tart, clean, bracing Pinot Noir. It's balanced and fresh, with particular appeal to those who prefer a racy, acidic style.",Shea Vineyard,40,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Panther Creek 2007 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2007-shea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Pinot Noir,2007,Panther Creek 13,Red,Germany,"Pale ruby color. Predominantly earthy savory aromas with hints of baked red fruit. Medium bodied, slightly chunky and rustic, with grippy tannins, but ample flavors of ripe red fruits and earthy minerality. Fairly long finish.",,,88,Pfalz,,,Villa Wolf 2009 Pinot Noir (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-wolf-2009-pinot-noir-pfalz/,Pinot Noir,2009,Villa Wolf 13.5,White,Greece,"Lemon, cream and spice on the nose are followed by clean, delicate flavors of fresh fruit and spice on the palate. Slightly more feminine and rounded than the average Assyrtiko and thus a bit more approachable to American palates, the wine will pair well with slightly bigger flavors or spicy ethnic cuisine.",,22,88,Santorini,,,San..Torini Winery 2008 Assyrtico (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santorini-winery-2008-greek-white-assyrtico-santorini/,Assyrtico,2008,San..Torini Winery 13,Red,France,"An unusual blend, with a high proportion of Petit Verdot, this wine relies on its dense tannins as much as its berry fruits to provide punch. It has concentration, as well as some dry bitterness, the acidity continuing right to the end.",,,88,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Tour Seran 2008 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-seran-2008-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Tour Seran 13,Red,France,"Finely balanced, with acidity and tannins firmly bedded in elegant, black currant fruits. The tannins very dry, though they do not dominate. This is a stylish wine for medium-term aging.",Château de Haute-Serre,,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2007 Château de Haute-Serre Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2007-chateau-de-haute-serre-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Georges Vigouroux 13.1,White,Argentina,"A pretty white wine with lively aromas, flavors and feel. The bouquet issues attractive lychee, melon and vanilla cream aromas, while the palate flows forth with apple, melon and exotic citrus flavors. Just spicy enough on the tail end, with a lasting taste of lychee fruit. Delicate, solid and fresh.",,13,88,Other,Salta,,Filus 2010 Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filus-2010-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2010,Filus 13.5,White,Greece,"Peach, lemon and orange peel aromas lead this balanced, refined Chardonnay. Vanilla and spice are layered with exotic peach, citrus and pineapple fruit. A white that offers depth but also a mineral finesse.",Ktima,40,88,Pangeon,,,Estate Biblia Chora 2007 Ktima Chardonnay (Pangeon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-biblia-chora-2007-ktima-chardonnay-pangeon/,Chardonnay,2007,Estate Biblia Chora 7.5,White,Germany,"Ripe nose of peach, apricot and honey with some petrol. This is sweet yet refreshing, with moderately concentrated ripe flavors. Smooth texture across the palate, attractive mineral notes and some spice on the finish.",Enkircher Batterieberg Kabinett,23,88,Mosel,,,Caspari-Kappel 2008 Enkircher Batterieberg Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caspari-kappel-2008-enkircher-batterieberg-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Caspari-Kappel 13,Red,Italy,"Smokey tones of charcoal and dark granite or slate rise from the nose of this Lazio-based Petit Verdot. Dusty mineral notes are followed by dark, ripe fruit and the wine is long-lasting and penetrating on the close.",,24,88,Central Italy,Lazio,,Casale del Giglio 2008 Petit Verdot (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casale-giglio-2008-petit-verdot-petite-lazio/,Petit Verdot,2008,Casale del Giglio 14.2,White,US,"Made in a very ripe, very oaky manner, this Chardonnay is extraordinarily rich now, if not very subtle. It's all about power. Buttered toast, caramel cream, pineapple marmalade, lime, orange and spice flavors flood the mouth, snapping to an oaky finish.",Zio Tony Ranch,60,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Patz & Hall 2008 Zio Tony Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2008-zio-tony-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Patz & Hall ,Red,US,"Lange produces a wide range of Pinots, including an estate bottling, a reserve bottling and various single- vineyard cuvées. This is the most basic and affordable, and offers solid, quaffable fruit flavors of cranberry and raspberry, buoyed by firm acids. Just a hint of tomato comes through, along with spicy pine resin. Despite its youth, it is drinking nicely and already beginning to soften up.",,22,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lange 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Lange 13.9,White,US,"Very rich, ripe, oaky and delicious. Dazzles with waves of buttercream, buttered toast, buttered popcorn and butter-drizzled bananas, with plenty of underlying pineapple fruit and honey. Could be more subtle, though. It's all on the surface.",Reserve,22,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Santa Barbara Winery 2008 Reserve Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2008-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Santa Barbara Winery 12.5,White,Austria,A wine that brings out characteristic pepper flavors to spice up the smooth white fruits. There is a crisp citrus element along with apple skins. Ready to drink now.,Wiedenberg,25,88,Kremstal,,,Salomon-Undhof 2009 Wiedenberg Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salomon-undhof-2009-wiedenberg-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Salomon-Undhof 14,White,South Africa,"With 25% Viognier added to this Chard, there are a lot of floral characteristics adding complexity to the nose and mouth. Roasted apple, orange blossom and almond skin round out the mouth, while a touch of Earl Grey tea pleasantly unfolds on the finish. Drink now.",Art House,16,88,Coastal Region,,,Juno 2008 Art House Chardonnay-Viognier (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juno-2008-art-house-white-blend-chardonnay-viognier-coastal-region/,Chardonnay-Viognier,2008,Juno 14.4,Red,US,"A great Zinfandel for the price. It's dry and elegant, with a mouthfeel somewhere between Pinot Noir and Merlot. Really balanced, with soft tannins and acids framing oak-tinged berry and spice flavors. With 30,000 cases produced, it should be easy to find.",,17,88,California,California Other,California,Joel Gott 2008 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joel-gott-2008-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,Joel Gott 13.6,White,Argentina,"A nice, clean, fairly complex white is what this is. The nose is all lychee and jasmine, and it's not at all heavy or oily. The palate is bouncy and fresh, with a tropical mix of lychee, melon and papaya flavors. Agile on the finish.",,11,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2010 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2010-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Zolo 13,White,South Africa,"Remarkably well balanced and easy to drink with soft toast, grilled peach and Red Delicious apple throughout. The finish has a distinct nuttiness to it, seeming almost sweet and spicy all at once. Drink now.",Sutherland,15,88,Elgin,,,Thelema 2008 Sutherland Chardonnay (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2008-sutherland-chardonnay-elgin/,Chardonnay,2008,Thelema ,White,US,"A very tasty wine, loaded with fleshy, fruity flavor. The dominant note is fresh cut pear, dappled with cinnamon spice. Round and balanced, it's a delicious bottle with just a slight hint of residual sweetness.",,16,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Carabella 2008 Pinot Gris (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carabella-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Gris,2008,Carabella ,Red,France,There are lots of black berry fruits and acidity in this fruity wine. A freshness presents itself alongside the delicious ripe fruits.,Tradition,,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château la Coustarelle 2008 Tradition Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-coustarelle-2008-tradition-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2008,Château la Coustarelle 13,Red,France,"Dominated by wood, this toasty wine is just beginning to hint at blackberry and cherry flavors. It will develop well over the next five years, as the wood softens into the juicy fruit.",Prestige,,88,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Haut Condissas 2008 Prestige (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-condissas-2008-prestige-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château Haut Condissas 13,White,South Africa,"The mouthfeel of this wine is so full and weighty that one might never guess that it's a South African Sauvignon Blanc. On the nose, glimmers of baby powder and chamomile mingle with soft notes of honeydew rind and crisp apple. The limey finish seals the deal nicely, like a comforting signature.",,19,88,Walker Bay,,,Southern Right 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southern-right-2009-sauvignon-blanc-walker-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Southern Right 8,White,Germany,"Broad aromas of ripe yellow fruit and a hint of flint on the palate. Sweet and moderately rich in texture, but slightly loose knit and simple, with attractively ripe and juicy stone-fruit flavors and a touch of minerality shining through on the finish.",Spätlese,10,88,Mosel,,,Pamona Cellars 2007 Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pamona-cellars-2007-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2007,Pamona Cellars 12.3,White,US,"For those unfamiliar with Arneis, it's a little like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio, with citrus, apple and kiwi flavors. It's also high in acidity and dry, making it ideal as a cocktail sipper with savory small appetizers.",Honea Vineyard,18,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Palmina 2009 Honea Vineyard Arneis (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmina-2009-honea-vineyard-italian-white-arneis-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Arneis,2009,Palmina 13.9,Red,US,"This Cabernet-Syrah blend is made in a lighter, more acidic and earthier style than most red wines these days. With only 13.9% alcohol, it shows crisp flavors of dried cherries, tobacco, black pepper and sandalwood. Needs a good decant.",Dei Du Rocchi Ranch Fog Line,25,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Old World 2005 Dei Du Rocchi Ranch Fog Line Red (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/old-world-2005-rocchi-ranch-fog-line-red-sonoma-coast/,Red Blend,2005,Old World 13.5,White,Italy,"Unlike any other Soave you will taste, this wine rests on the lees for 20 months to shape aromatic intensity and create smoothness in the mouth. You will recognize aromas of peach cobbler and baked bread; there's a playful touch of grapefruit at the end.",Vigne della Brà,21,88,Veneto,Soave,,Filippi 2006 Vigne della Brà (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filippi-2006-vigne-della-bra-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2006,Filippi 14,Red,Italy,"The Feudo Principi di Butera estate releases this Cab five or more years after the harvest, although a good argument could be made that it should be released sooner. Tertiary aromas of mineral and dried spice do appear and there's not much fruit left (especially in the hot 2003 vintage). Nonetheless, the wine is elegantly aged: Drink now.",San Rocco,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2003 San Rocco Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2003-san-rocco-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2003,Feudo Principi di Butera 14,Red,Argentina,"Round, lifted and bright, with full berry, cassis and plum aromas. The palate is round and the body full, while the flavor profile includes roasted blackberry, coffee, chocolate and coconut. A full and chewy wine that comes across nice given the troubles of the '08 vintage.",Serie Magno,15,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fantelli 2008 Serie Magno Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fantelli-2008-serie-magno-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Fantelli 13,White,Italy,"Kudos to Kados: Here's a lovely and surprisingly sophisticated white wine from Sicily (made with the native Grillo grape but fermented in oak for extra spice and zest) offered at an equally surprising low price. Great with fish or spaghetti con vongole, the wine shows light pulses of yellow flower, peach, white mineral and almond.",Kados,15,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2008 Kados Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2008-kados-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2008,Duca di Salaparuta 13,White,Austria,"An attractive wine, its fruit in the white currants and pear juice category. The acidity is finely integrated into this ripe fruit, with a warm, rich core. It's ready to drink, but the acidity will help it age.",Kremser Kögl Bergwein,,88,Kremstal,,,Forstreiter 2009 Kremser Kögl Bergwein Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forstreiter-2009-kremser-kogl-bergwein-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Forstreiter 10.5,White,Germany,"Pale gold in color. The savory, earthy nose shows dried herbs and a hint of honey. This is off-dry, but very well balanced by crisp acidity, leaving it refreshing across the palate. Moderately intense juicy citrus, cantaloupe and nectarine flavors. A little loose knit and simple on the finish.",Medium-dry,10,88,Rheinhessen,,,Dr. Peter Poontinger 2008 Medium-dry Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-peter-poontinger-2008-medium-dry-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Peter Poontinger 14,Red,Italy,"This is a very distinctive expression of Nero d'Avola (the wine is aged in oak barrique) with sweet aromas of cherry cola, Christmas spice, cinnamon and clove. It's soft and silky on the close.",Lunario,26,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Brugnano 2007 Lunario Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brugnano-2007-lunario-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2007,Brugnano 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Black berry and plum aromas hit you first, followed by backnotes of rubber and tobacco ash. Soft on the palate with ripe dark fruit and fine-grain tannins. A touch of coffee and sweet cured meat appears on the end of the finish. Drink now.",,14,88,Coastal Region,,,Backsberg 2008 Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-2008-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2008,Backsberg 13.5,Red,US,"The first BeckenRidge bottling since 2001, sourced from a vineyard planted in 1978. Fruit flavors are round and supple, a soft mix of cherry and plum, with herbs and earth flavors framing them. The wine fades gently, clean and delicate, with a finishing note of cinnamon.",BeckenRidge Vineyard,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Airlie 2008 BeckenRidge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airlie-2008-beckenridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Airlie 13.7,White,US,"This rich, sweetly fruity and creamy wine is almost dessert-like. It has vibrant tropical fruit and peach flavors that taste like they were baked into a pie. But it's also very acidic, and the finish is dry. Great as a cocktail sipper; try with Thai and Vietnamese fare.",,19,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2009 Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Navarro 12.8,Red,France,"Heavily toasty wood dominated wine, which makes it one-dimensional. It has enough juicy fruit, although this will need at least six years for it to really makes its presence. Less wood would help the balance.",Cuvée Divin,,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château les Croisille 2007 Cuvée Divin Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croisille-2007-cuvee-divin-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château les Croisille 14,Red,France,"Very juicy wine, with tannins that gives shape to solid, chunky fruits. It is the ripe fruit and acidity that drive the bitter chocolate and smoky flavors. For medium-term aging.",,,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Haut-Monplaisir 2008 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-monplaisir-2008-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Château Haut-Monplaisir 14,Red,Italy,"This oak-aged expression offers loads of ripe, jammy fruit followed by root beer, spice, leather and tobacco nuances. The wine is intense, soft, plush and chewy in the mouth with rich, succulent tannins.",Cutaja,20,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Caruso & Minini 2007 Cutaja Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caruso-minini-2007-cutaja-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2007,Caruso & Minini ,White,US,"Bright, fruity and spicy, this palate-lifting effort brings flavors of pineapple, pink grapefruit and melon. Lightly spicy, balanced and showing a little toast around the edges.",,18,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Zimri Cellars 2008 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zimri-cellars-2008-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Zimri Cellars 14.1,Red,Argentina,"A tale of two wines. The early impression is that of a foxy, incomplete, sweaty wine with gaps in the fabric. But once it gets air, things turn around for the better. Ultimately it proves itself as a serious Malbec with a broad texture and jammy, sweet berry fruit. But it starts out so scattered and funky that it remains compromised.",Brote Negro,100,88,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2007 Brote Negro Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2007-brote-negro-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2007,Viña Alicia 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a fantastic expression from the Lake Garda area. This dark and well-concentrated wine shows intense aromas of cherry, pomegranate, plum and fresh prune. There are also background shadings of exotic spice and the wine is sweet, rich and long lasting. Villa Medici presents a bold, modern interpretation of a traditional wine.",,,88,Veneto,Bardolino Superiore,,Villa Medici 2008 Bardolino Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-medici-2008-red-bardolino-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Villa Medici 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Blackberry, rubber and a suggestion of minerality work well as an invitation to this juicy, woody wine that's long and full in the mouth, with dark-fruit flavors of black cherry, blackberry and plum. Woody and toasty, too, but dry and spicy rather than sweet, blowsy and creamy. A nice Malbec for all occasions.",Altosur,12,88,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2009 Altosur Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2009-altosur-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2009,Finca Sophenia 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Oaky up front, with more than a dash of mocha, caramel and sweet berry fruit aromas. The palate is zesty and honest, with juicy, bright black cherry and berry flavors. Finishes toasty and perky, with one last shot of firm acidity to keep it running long and late.",Reserve,20,88,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Filus 2008 Reserve Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filus-2008-reserve-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2008,Filus 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a heavily oak-driven expression of Merlot from Sicily that shows layers of cherry, blackberry, chocolate, exotic spice, leather and moist pipe tobacco. The wine is incredibly soft and yielding in the mouth with soft fruit tones on the close.",Valentino,21,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudi del Pisciotto 2007 Valentino Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-pisciotto-2007-valentino-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2007,Feudi del Pisciotto 13.5,Red,Italy,"This Cabernet Sauvignon, fashionably attired in a label made by designer Mission, delivers rich and mature aromas of blackberry, exotic spice, nutmeg and clove. It has a chewy, raw feel in the mouth (typical of warm climate wines) and delivers a blast of warm power on the close.",Missoni,21,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudi del Pisciotto 2007 Missoni Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-pisciotto-2007-missoni-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Feudi del Pisciotto ,Red,US,"Cranberry fruit, with pungent clove accents, sets up this spicy, assertive Pinot Noir. What appear to be strong barrel flavors include vanilla and caramel along with coffee and clove. The fruit is tart and smooth, but the barrel flavors are not yet entirely integrated.",Leland,50,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 2008 Leland Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2008-leland-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Erath ,Red,US,"Tight and bright, with sharp acidity, the Knight's Gambit bottling shows tangy raspberry fruit, juicy and primary. You might be tasting right out of the barrel; it's that young and fresh. Let it air out if you want to put some flesh on it.",Knight's Gambit,47,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Erath 2008 Knight's Gambit Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2008-knights-gambit-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Erath ,Red,US,"A little rugged in tannins, but nicely dry and crisp in acidity, with rich, forward cherry, boysenberry, cranberry and cola flavors, accented with a hint of toasty oak. An easy, elegant wine to drink now.",,19,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Hocus Pocus 2008 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hocus-pocus-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Hocus Pocus 12.5,Rose,Germany,"An attractive nose of wild strawberries, red currants and cranberries is followed by a dry, nicely round feeling on the palate, with a medley of ripe wild forest fruit and a savory earthy note. This medium-bodied wine displays ample flavor intensity and a smooth, moderately long finish.",Sunset Twilight,14,88,Baden,,,Heitlinger 2008 Sunset Twilight Rosé (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heitlinger-2008-sunset-twilight-rose-baden/,Rosé,2008,Heitlinger 13.5,White,Italy,"Here's a mature and sophisticated style of Soave with ripe aromas of apricot, peach, honey and butterscotch. The wine is thick and creamy in the mouth with loads of apricot like flavors on the finish.",Foscarin Slavinus,30,88,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Monte Tondo 2007 Foscarin Slavinus (Soave Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-tondo-2007-foscarin-slavinus-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico-superiore/,Garganega,2007,Monte Tondo 15.9,Red,US,"Starting to lose its fruit and show a rich, dried berry and chocolate note. But the high alcohol is coming through. Feels soft and generous, with Porty flavors of black currants that finish a little sweet. Good with short ribs, beef stews and barbecue.",Laughlin Vineyard,28,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Old World 2005 Laughlin Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/old-world-2005-laughlin-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2005,Old World 13,White,Italy,Grecanico and Chardonnay (with other grapes) are blended here to shape the ultimate wine to pair with Mediterranean seafood dishes. Think spaghetti con vongole or fried calamari. Buttery notes of peach and apricot mix well with crisp mineral elements.,La Segreta,16,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2008 La Segreta White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2008-segreta-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,Planeta 12.5,White,Italy,"Alastro is a food-friendly blend of Grecanico and Chardonnay. Grecanico adds fresh, floral aromas and the Chardonnay gives the wine its creamy, smooth texture. A percentage of the wine is aged in oak and this process lends aromas of spice and vanilla.",Alastro,21,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2008 Alastro White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2008-alastro-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,Planeta 12.8,Red,Greece,"A delicate nose of cola, cocoa powder and white pepper leads this food-friendly red from Greece. Balanced minerality and a delicate fruit character offer a lighter touch than many Greek reds. Cocoa, plum and spice dominate. Pair with grilled lamb, sausages.",,16,88,Naoussa,,,Chrisohoou 2006 Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chrisohoou-2006-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,2006,Chrisohoou 14.5,Red,US,"This is a pleasant, easy-drinking Grenache to enjoy now with a nice steak or lamb chop. It's dry and silky, with the weight of Pinot Noir, and flavors of cherries, red currants, cola, sweet tobacco, leather and spices.",Romeo,39,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bella Victorian Vineyard 2006 Romeo Grenache (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-victorian-vineyard-2006-romeo-grenache-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache,2006,Bella Victorian Vineyard 12.5,White,Italy,"Fruit for this pristine white wines comes from old, head-trained vines on the tiny island of Mozia off the southern coast of Sicily. Packed tight with archeological remains, the island is managed by the Whitaker Foundation and this wine is part of a larger project to revive ancient viticulture and winemaking traditions. It's an excellent story and a wonderful wine.",Whitaker Mozia,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2008 Whitaker Mozia Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2008-whitaker-mozia-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2008,Tasca d'Almerita ,Red,US,"Full-bodied, firm, fruit with cranberry and highlights of cranberry and chocolate. There's plenty of acid, sharp edged at first, slowly softening a bit with light, slightly watery, edges.",,38,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Sokol Blosser 2008 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Sokol Blosser 13,Red,Italy,"Moma is a Sangiovese-based wine with elements of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot that lend structure and softness respectively. The nose boasts ripe fruit and loads of oak driven spice, vanilla, clove and cinnamon.",Moma,,88,Central Italy,Rubicone,,Umberto Cesari 2008 Moma Red (Rubicone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-cesari-2008-moma-red-rubicone/,Red Blend,2008,Umberto Cesari 13,Red,Italy,"Packaged in a big, heavy bottle, this Riserva Sangiovese shows elegant tones of wild berry, blue flowers, moist earth and spice. This is a very traditional take on Italy's favorite indigenous variety with a soft, silky close.",Riserva,,88,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna,,Umberto Cesari 2007 Riserva (Sangiovese di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-cesari-2007-riserva-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna/,Sangiovese,2007,Umberto Cesari 13.5,White,Italy,"This is a very beautiful wine with aromatic intensity and fresh, crisp acidity. The wine is satisfying on all levels: It drinks easily and would pair with fish, crustaceans or vegetables. Very promising.",Fontanavigna,39,88,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Terre del Principe 2009 Fontanavigna Pallagrello (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-principe-2009-fontanavigna-italian-white-pallagrello-terre-volturno/,Pallagrello,2009,Terre del Principe 14.5,Red,US,"One of the better California Sangioveses out there. It has a delicately silky texture and is very dry, with the acidity the variety always packs behind the cherry flavors. A lovely wine whose tannins will play well with a grilled steak.",La Coppa,22,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2009 La Coppa Sangiovese (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2009-coppa-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sangiovese,2009,Stolpman ,Red,US,"Here's a dry, crisp southern Rhône blend with plenty of ripe fruit and a long, spicy finish. Made from Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, it shows cherries and blackberries, with hints of violets and spices, brightened with zesty acidity.",GSM,28,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Standing Sun 2009 GSM Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-sun-2009-gsm-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Standing Sun 14.1,Red,Argentina,"A well-made everyday Malbec that gets it done in all ways. Smells nice and floral, with bold, smooth berry aromas. The palate is fresh and lively, with juicy berry flavors, controlled creamy oak notes and spice. Clean on the finish, and a pleasure to drink.",,12,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Septima 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/septima-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Septima 13,White,Italy,"Nova Serra opens with a luminous color accented by golden highlights followed by aromas of melon, peach and Golden Delicious apple. The wine is silky and creamy on the close, and those qualities make it a good partner to shellfish or risotto.",Nova Serra,30,88,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Mastroberardino 2008 Nova Serra (Greco di Tufo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2008-nova-serra-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2008,Mastroberardino 8,White,Germany,"Medium-gold in color, with a pronounced nose of ripe yellow peach and nectarine and hints of spice and minerality. Crisp, with juicy, sweet, ultraripe yellow fruit flavors following on the palate, but quite loose-knit texture. Simple easy-drinking.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett,23,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Joh. Haart 2008 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-haart-2008-piesporter-goldtropfchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2008,Joh. Haart 8,White,Germany,"Light nose, not showing much intensity on this pale gold Riesling. Slightly resinous, showing more on the palate with ripe stone-fruit flavors, hints of melon and pineapple. Quite sweet and rich, with slightly syrupy texture. Pleasing but straightforward and simple.",Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese,32,88,Mosel,,,Josef Rosch 2008 Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-rosch-2008-trittenheimer-apotheke-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Josef Rosch ,Red,US,"Cofermented with 3% Viognier, this distinctive Syrah just skirts the edge of ripeness. It brings cranberry and pomegranate fruit flavors, etched with licorice and mint and coffee beans, supported by firm acids. There's a nice balance and penetrating fruit that gives the finish some length and interest.",,20,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2008 Syrah (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-umpqua-valley/,Syrah,2008,Melrose 14.5,White,Italy,"This expression shows a golden color with a slight amber hue followed by aromas of stone fruit, honeydew and white flower. There's good density and texture in the mouth followed by piquant spice. It's more structured and sophisticated than you'd expect.",Le Sèrole,50,88,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Terre del Principe 2009 Le Sèrole Pallagrello (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-principe-2009-le-serole-italian-white-pallagrello-terre-volturno/,Pallagrello,2009,Terre del Principe 15.9,Red,US,"Made in that very ripe, high-alcohol Paso style, with dense, concentrated fruit and a lot of upfront flash and flamboyance. Reminiscent of Saxum's wines, it's rich, unctuous and almost a food group of its own, with jammy flavors of cherries and raspberries and their associated liqueurs.",Pickpocket,36,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Sans Liege 2008 Pickpocket Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sans-liege-2008-pickpocket-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,2008,Sans Liege 13,White,Germany,"This wine starts off a bit funky and earthy on the nose, but opens up to reveal more floral and lime-like scents. At 13% alcohol, it's medium bodied and impressively dry tasting, with lime blossom and pineapple fruit balanced by crisp acids. Drink now.",Bingen Trocken,21,88,Rheinhessen,,,Rheingraf 2009 Bingen Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rheingraf-2009-bingen-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Rheingraf ,Red,US,"With each bump up in price, the winemaker ups the percentage of new oak; here it's 25%. Half the fruit is estate grown, and this light, clean, well-balanced wine drinks like a village Burgundy, with the right hint of herb around the tart red fruit.",,18,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Redhawk 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redhawk-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Redhawk ,White,US,"An interesting wine, somewhat sharp and yeasty upon entry, but also showing a creamy, textural midpalate with a streak of honey down the fruit flavors of pear and apple. It's dry, persistent, and distinctive, though not typical for Oregon Pinot Gris.",Rudolfo Vineyard,17,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lumos 2009 Rudolfo Vineyard Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lumos-2009-rudolfo-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Lumos 13,White,France,"Baked red apple, soft peach and a touch of whole vanilla bean fill the bouquet, while notes of clementine rind and soft wood develop in the mouth. Round but not fat with medium acid and a solid finish. Drink now.",Sud de France Réserve,15,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Robert Skalli 2008 Sud de France Réserve Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-skalli-2008-sud-france-reserve-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2008,Robert Skalli 13.5,Red,US,"A nice Cabernet at a good enough price to drink on a regular basis with a upscale meal. It's dry and elegant, with blackberry, black cherry and currant flavors, elaborated with smoky oak. Shows real charm.",,18,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sebastiani ,White,US,"Full-bodied, fruity and loaded with ripe peach and pear flavors, this lively and refreshing wine is drinking beautifully. There's a bit of fruit sweetness set against the natural acidity, keeping the wine poised and balanced.",,20,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Soléna 2009 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solena-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2009,Soléna ,Red,US,"Made by Carabella, this popular budget Pinot sports solid, country flavors. Plenty of bright, vivid and tart fruit—berries and cherries—give it a full-bodied, forward expression. But it's not all front-loaded; there is surprising depth, and overall a fine balance.",,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Plowbuster 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plowbuster-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Plowbuster 13.7,Red,US,"Tart cranberry fruit, mixed with wild strawberries and some woodsy, leafy notes, anchor this multivineyard blend. Firm and spicy, it's well balanced and medium weight, and should continue to improve for several years a cellar for up to a decade.",Winemaker's Cuvée,30,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 2008 Winemaker's Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2008-winemakers-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Panther Creek 13.5,Red,France,"A big and bold blend of Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, this brooding wine shows loads of black currant, plum, tobacco and menthol herbality on the nose and mouth. Anise and used coffee grinds develop on the close, which stays alongside the gripping tannins. Try after 2012.",Les Américains,15,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Cabardes,,O'Vineyards 2007 Les Américains Red (Cabardes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ovineyards-2007-americains-red-cabardes/,Red Blend,2007,O'Vineyards 11,White,Germany,"Ripe aromas of fig, marmalade and honey, with hints of resin and balsamic. This is sweet and richly textured, but slightly heavy and low in acid. Moderately high flavor intensity showing similar flavors as on the nose. Fairly long, but shows a touch bitterness on the finish.",Niersteiner Oelberg Spätlese,17,88,Rheinhessen,,,Weingut Georg Albrecht Schneider 2008 Niersteiner Oelberg Spätlese Gewürztraminer (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-georg-albrecht-schneider-2008-niersteiner-oelberg-spatlese-gewurztraminer-rheinhessen/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Weingut Georg Albrecht Schneider 14,Red,Italy,"Rusciano is a new wine from Valle dell'Acate (a blend of native Sicilian varieties and Syrah) that shows very ripe characteristics of cherry, raspberry and spice. You can taste the mature black fruit here thanks to the wine's chewy, succulent density.",Rusciano,30,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2006 Rusciano Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2006-rusciano-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2006,Valle dell'Acate ,Red,Greece,"This intriguing red starts with blackberry, cedar and earthy forest floor aromas, leading into flavors of cola, forest fruit, cedar and spice. Linear, clean and elegant, the wine is food friendly and can age. A stylish choice for myriad palates.",Private Label,,88,Nemea,,,My Big Fat Greek Wine 2008 Private Label Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/my-big-fat-greek-wine-2008-private-label-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2008,My Big Fat Greek Wine 12.5,White,Germany,"Fresh-smelling, like citrus and green herbs or grass, this medium-bodied Riesling is not very fruity, displaying a more sandstone-mineral character on the palate. There's a vaguely umami aspect to it as well, as it ends on a mouthwatering beefy or briny note. Drink now.",Kirchenschlüssel Trocken,62,88,Rheinhessen,,,Weingut Liebfrauenstift 2009 Kirchenschlüssel Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-liebfrauenstift-2009-kirchenschlussel-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Weingut Liebfrauenstift ,Red,France,"Open, rich wine, from young vines, ripe with plum and spice, touch of bitterness, followed by a rich, full palate.",Les Escures,,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Mas del Périé 2009 Les Escures Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-perie-2009-escures-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Mas del Périé ,Red,US,"A side project from Panther Creek's winemaker, Libra's affordably priced Willamette Valley Pinot Noir is dark, aromatic and surprisingly concentrated. Blackberries and black cherry fruit, with a splash of cola, continues into a midpalate plush with pepper, moist earth and a hint of nectarine. It's front loaded, full-bodied and drinking well right now.",,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Libra 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/libra-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Libra 14.5,Red,France,"This 100% Syrah is thick and intense with strong black fruit flavors lifted by accents of anise and milk chocolate. The mouth is full of ripe plum and cherry flavors, with well-integrated tannins and a solid, juicy finish.",Le Lien,25,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Les Vignobles Foncalieu 2008 Le Lien Syrah (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-foncalieu-2008-le-lien-shiraz-syrah-syrah-minervois/,Syrah,2008,Les Vignobles Foncalieu 13.5,White,France,"There is weight here, powered by yellow fruits and a taut, linear texture. The feel is almost chalky, with acidity and a complex mouthfeel. The finish is crisp and fresh.",Cami Salié,17,88,Southwest France,Jurançon Sec,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2009 Cami Salié (Jurançon Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2009-cami-salie-white-jurancon-sec/,White Blend,2009,Lionel Osmin & Cie 12.9,White,US,"With a hint of blush in the color and a scent of rose petals in the nose, this aromatic and flavorful Gewürz invites contemplation. It's got some strong pine needle flavors along with light citrus and apple fruit, but the more interesting elements are the floral/soapy harmonics that dance along the edges.",Dry,12,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Airlie 2007 Dry Gewürztraminer (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airlie-2007-dry-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Airlie ,Red,US,"A portion of this is estate grown, the rest sourced from neighboring southern Oregon vineyards. Harvested at just 24 brix, it's an elegant style, with plenty of tart wild berry flavors, and alcohol under 14%. Just a bare hint of new oak adds a nice toasty note to a black cherry finish.",,20,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2008 Tempranillo (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2008-tempranillo-southern/,Tempranillo,2008,Abacela ,White,US,"Fragrant and sharp edged, with citrus rind flavors, and a hint of bitterness around the tight fruit flavors. As it breathes, pretty, concentrated fruit flavors emerge, suggesting marmalade and apricot preserves. It finishes with a light touch, tart and bracing.",Our Muse,30,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amalie Robert 2009 Our Muse Viognier (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amalie-robert-2009-our-muse-viognier-willamette-valley/,Viognier,2009,Amalie Robert 18,Port/Sherry,Italy,"The sweet interpretation of Marsala offers a more dynamic and intense bouquet with aromas of marron glacé, honey-covered almonds, candied fruit and dried prune. Drink it alone after dinner or pair it with a very aged Pecorino cheese.",Fine Sweet,13,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Marsala,,Florio NV Fine Sweet (Marsala),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/florio-nv-fine-sweet-white-marsala/,White Blend,,Florio 14.3,Red,US,"A really nice, classically structured Cabernet that can stand beside bottles costing far more. The blackberry and cherry flavors have a touch of sweet oak. With savory acidity, it's good to go now. Production was 13,500 cases.",Elements by Artesa,20,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa County-Sonoma County,Elements by Artesa 2007 Elements by Artesa Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa County-Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elements-by-artesa-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-county-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Elements by Artesa 14,Red,Italy,"From the faraway 2003 vintage (characterized by scorching hot temperatures), this Sicilian Merlot has done a pretty good job of maintaining its cherry and spice nuances. There are ripe fruit aromas here but the wine still has life in it: Drink up.",Calat,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2003 Calat Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2003-calat-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2003,Feudo Principi di Butera 14,Red,Argentina,"Dark and raisiny, and pushing the ripeness meter to the max. This is a dense, sweet, semihot wine with raisin, stewed berry and jammy black cherry flavors. It's big and broad, more simple than complex, with a raisiny DNA and a boatload of sweetness. Personally, I prefer Cassone's less expensive, more balanced reserva to this wine.",Obra Prima Coleccion,40,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Familia Cassone 2007 Obra Prima Coleccion Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-cassone-2007-obra-prima-coleccion-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Familia Cassone ,Red,US,"A single clone selection from this vineyard, this has a high-toned pungency that captures your attention. Flavors of tea and wild cherry, mixed in with hints of volatility, give the wine lift and life. As a stand-alone wine it is incomplete, but captivating. It needs a finish.",Prince Hill 777,50,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Erath 2008 Prince Hill 777 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2008-prince-hill-777-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Erath 12.5,Red,France,"Firmly tannic wine, spiced with acidity, black plum skins, damsons and tight black currants. It is attractively balanced, a real food wine, that will mature well in 3–4 years.",Coeur de Cuvée,19,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Combel la Serre 2007 Coeur de Cuvée Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-combel-serre-2007-coeur-cuvee-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Château Combel la Serre 12.5,White,Greece,"This white blend of Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc and Assytriko starts with a lovely nose of fresh white flowers and citrus, followed by clean, refreshing flavors of citrus and spice on the palate. The wine offers depth but still maintains the balanced acidity and crisp finish that makes Greek wines so great to pair with food. Think grilled fish, olives, capers.",Amethystos,19,88,Drama,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2009 Amethystos White (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2009-amethystos-white-drama/,White Blend,2009,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 14.1,Red,US,"Drink now for its easy to like, pie filling cherries and raspberries. The mouthfeel is pure silk and satin, and the tannins are rich and intricate.",Huber Vineyard,28,88,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Dolina 2009 Huber Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dolina-2009-huber-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Dolina 14,Red,Greece,"This red starts with savory warming spice aromas of cinnamon and clove with a touch of red fruit, rolling into flavors of sweet cedar, smoke and plum on the palate. The wine is easy drinking with a soft touch. Approachable and pretty.",Avaton Single Estate,60,88,Epanomi,,,Gerovassiliou 2005 Avaton Single Estate Red (Epanomi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerovassiliou-2005-avaton-single-estate-red-epanomi/,Red Blend,2005,Gerovassiliou 11.5,White,France,"A wine that juxtaposes the acidity of Chenin with the richness of Chardonnay and ends up with a mellifluous whole. It is both apple crisp and melon ripe, lively and broad. And, as always, a great value.",,,88,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2009 Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2009-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,2009,Domaine du Tariquet 14,Red,Italy,"This is a limited-edition Bardolino Superiore Classico that shows impressive intensity and a darker, richer consistency. The wine is sweet and chewy with good succulence, loads of cherry flavors, and long persistency on the powerful finish. Try this wine with roast chicken or pork with fennel sauce.",Le Olle,,88,Veneto,Bardolino Classico Superiore,,Cantine Lenotti di Lenotti 2008 Le Olle (Bardolino Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-lenotti-lenotti-2008-le-olle-red-bardolino-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2008,Cantine Lenotti di Lenotti 13.5,White,South Africa,"There's a distinct flinty, mineral sharpness to the nose, adding complexity to the melon, green apple and Anjou pear aromas. Medium weight but textured, the apple skin and toast flavors linger endlessly on the finish. Drink now.",Crocodile's Lair,20,88,Walker Bay,,,Bouchard Finlayson 2008 Crocodile's Lair Chardonnay (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-finlayson-2008-crocodiles-lair-chardonnay-walker-bay/,Chardonnay,2008,Bouchard Finlayson 14.7,White,US,"This impressive Chardonnay from a small Livermore Valley producer is on the austere side of Chardonnay, with notes of just-ripe pear, tiny hints of wet stone, a nice, nutty finish and enough body to go with a wealth of foods. Good balance too.",Para Mas Amigas,22,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wood Family Vineyards 2009 Para Mas Amigas Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wood-family-2009-para-mas-amigas-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Wood Family Vineyards ,Red,US,"From the heart of Pinot Noir country, this iconic vineyard, originally planted in the 1970s, yields concentrated flavors of black cherry, root beer, incense and peppermint. Tart, juicy and quite young, this finishes with leaf and herb-infused tannins.",Hyland Vineyard,50,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,McMinnville,Soléna 2008 Hyland Vineyard Pinot Noir (McMinnville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solena-2008-hyland-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-mcminnville/,Pinot Noir,2008,Soléna ,Red,US,"Compiled from a half dozen vineyards scattered throughout the northern Willamette Valley. Firm, sculpted and dense, this has more grip and depth than might be expected at this price point. Each vineyard's grapes were separately fermented; the blending has pulled them all together with dark, plummy flavors, notes of raisin, baking spices and caramel, and a smooth, penetrating finish.",Grande Cuvée,25,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Soléna 2008 Grande Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solena-2008-grande-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Soléna 14.1,Red,Argentina,"After a rubbery opening, this blend of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Bonarda picks up steam and freshens up significantly. Aromas of sly dried berry take over, leading to a full, flush palate of plum, raspberry and raisin. Comes around the more time you spend with it.",Corte B,23,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Vistalba 2007 Corte B Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vistalba-2007-corte-b-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Vistalba 12.5,White,Germany,"Pale gold in color, with a fairly pronounced nose of orange citrus rind, dried herbs, pear drops and lime sherbet. Medium sweet and fruity, not terribly complex but nicely juicy and well balanced with an attractive spicy kick on the finish. Youthful, refreshing and easy-drinking.",,12,89,Pfalz,,,Villa Wolf 2009 Gewürztraminer (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-wolf-2009-gewurztraminer-pfalz/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Villa Wolf 14.7,Red,US,"A good Grenache from the standpoint of a dry red wine. The wine is extraordinarily rich in cherry fruit, and is nicely silky, with firm, juicy acidity. Neutral oak adds just a touch of smoke. Drink now.",Camp Four Vineyard,28,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Standing Sun 2009 Camp Four Vineyard Grenache (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-sun-2009-camp-four-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache,2009,Standing Sun ,Red,Italy,"This is a dark and spicy expression of Sagrantino from Umbria that showcases deep aromas of clove, Christmas spice and nutmeg. The fruit tones here are on the ripe, jammy side and the wine hits the palate with determined, firm tannins.",Uno di Nove,,89,Central Italy,Sagrantino di Montefalco,,Tenuta Alzatura 2006 Uno di Nove (Sagrantino di Montefalco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-alzatura-2006-uno-nove-italian-red-sagrantino-sagrantino-montefalco/,Sagrantino,2006,Tenuta Alzatura 14,Red,France,"Mineral, firm wine, although at the same time it has plenty of black plum fruits surrounding the core of dark tannins. The resulting wine is one that manages to combine the structure of Cahors while bringing out a fruity character.",Malbec,14,89,Southwest France,Cahors,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2009 Malbec Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2009-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Lionel Osmin & Cie 14.1,White,US,"Fresh tropical fruit, peach and apricot flavors star in this flashy young wine. Oak also plays a prominent role, giving buttered toast and caramel notes. And the texture is creamy and smooth. The overall impression is very rich and powerful, but the wine could have more finesse. Drink now.",Journey,75,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Matanzas Creek 2008 Journey Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2008-journey-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Matanzas Creek 10.5,White,Germany,"Pale lemony color. Classic Mosel nose of stone, slate, white peach and flower blossoms. Vibrant and crisp, balancing the sweetness on the palate and resulting in a wine with a juicy texture and moderate intensity, turning racy on the finish. Not overly complex, but refined.",Notorious Rooster,10,89,Mosel,,,Nollen 2008 Notorious Rooster Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nollen-2008-notorious-rooster-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Nollen 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a very pleasant and elegant blend of Nero d'Avola, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot that does a great job of presenting a united aromatic front. There are no loose edges here and the wine is compact and smooth in the mouth. Very nice.",Triskelè,29,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2005 Triskelè Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2005-triskele-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2005,Duca di Salaparuta 8.5,White,Germany,"The subtle nose features a medley of citrus fruits. Zesty lemon, grapefruit and tangerine flavors persist across the palate. Juicy and refreshing with an attractive midpalate creaminess adding weight and complexity. Smooth and long, with a nice mineral kick on the finish.",Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett,23,89,Mosel,,,Dr. Wagner 2008 Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-wagner-2008-ockfener-bockstein-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Wagner 8,White,Germany,"Sweet, verging on honeyed, this lush wine features plenty of superripe apples balanced by just a dash of citrus and a hint of bitterness on the finish. Could use more complexity.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,40,89,Mosel,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2009 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2009-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 13.5,Red,US,"One of the richer Pinots out there, just packed with ripe raspberries and cherries, like the filling in a pie. Shows great, cool-climate acidity, and the texture is as light and silky as can be. Defines the best of a drink-now style.",,35,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Fogdog 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fogdog-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Fogdog ,Red,US,"Very soft and smooth—like a Michel Rolland version of a Pinot Noir. The berry/cherry flavors are velvety and clean, the tannins supple, the palate seamless. The tang to the finish, showing some unintegrated acids, is the only jarring note.",Estate Selection,36,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 2008 Estate Selection Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2008-estate-selection-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Erath ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. The smoothest of ripe fruit with an exuberance of wood spice. The wine has generous tannins, but the finish feels a little rustic.",Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château Reysson 2009 Barrel sample (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-reysson-2009-barrel-sample-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Reysson ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. Density with an important structure, this wine is concentrated, with fresh plum flavors. There is a slight edge of greenness, bringing out acidity.",Le Petit Cheval Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Cheval Blanc 2009 Le Petit Cheval Barrel sample (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cheval-blanc-2009-le-petit-barrel-sample-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Cheval Blanc ,Red,US,"A sexy nose with soft, pretty plum and cherry fruit leads into a well-rounded, satiny wine that coats the tongue like a velvet glove. The fruit is the star here—ripe strawberries and cherry candy—with a touch of sweetness and a lick of chocolate at the very end.",Heritage Cuvée,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Arbor Brook 2008 Heritage Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arborbrook-2008-heritage-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Arbor Brook ,Red,Argentina,"Like a good Bonarda should be, this is sweet, lush, dense and jammy on the nose. The palate brings big tannins and a slight rubbery mouthfeel, but the flavors of black cherry and wild berry are big, tasty and untamed. Full of power; needs airing upon opening but aging isn't necessary. Includes 20% Malbec and 10% Cab Franc.",,22,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alma Negra 2007 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-negra-2007-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2007,Alma Negra 12.9,Red,US,"Flavorful and dry, offering jammy cherries, black raspberries and oak, with an earthier hint of cola and mushrooms. It's a silky, medium-bodied wine that could develop bottle complexity with 5 or 6 years of age.",Clone 2A,29,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Kessler-Haak 2008 Clone 2A Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kessler-haak-2008-clone-2a-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Kessler-Haak 14.5,White,US,"This is a very rich Chardonnay, almost too elaborated and overworked. It's tremendous in oak-infused fruit, with dominating buttered toast, crème brûlée and pineapple pie flavors. Very crisp coastal acidity provides a pleasant balance of tartness. Drink now.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,40,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,La Fenêtre 2008 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2008-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,La Fenêtre ,White,US,"Shows the exotic side of Viognier, with crisp acidity and a dry minerality that gets the tastebuds whistling. The lime, quince, apricot, white flower and woodspice flavors finish with the briskness of a Sauvignon Blanc, only more opulent.",,18,89,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,3CV 2009 Viognier (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3cv-2009-viognier-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Viognier,2009,3CV 12,White,Germany,"Slightly closed at first, but slowly opens to reveal ripe stone fruits, hints of white flowers and an earthy minerality. Dry, with racy acidity that is balanced by lots of lively stone-fruit and citrus flavors. Palate is nicely taut and elegant. Moderately long, juicy finish.",Trocken,25,89,Rheinhessen,,,Wittmann 2008 Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wittmann-2008-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2008,Wittmann ,Red,US,"A little extra bottle age has helped this wine soften up, but it still seems to stop a bit short. The entry is firm and shows some Oregon herbal character, along with tart, wild berry and light baking spices. There is a vague hint of barnyard as well. The tannins are beginning to smooth out, and this can probably benefit from a few more years in the cellar.",,48,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,William Hatcher 2007 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hatcher-2007-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,William Hatcher ,Red,France,"88-90 Barrel sample. The first release of a wine from young vines. It is charming, juicy and fresh, the fruit bright and lively.",Le Petit Lion Barrel sample,,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Las Cases 2009 Le Petit Lion Barrel sample (Saint-Julien),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-las-cases-2009-le-petit-lion-barrel-sample-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Léoville Las Cases 13.5,Red,France,"A full and ripe wine that expresses the great 2005 vintage well. It is showing mature signs, with hints of dried fruits, raisins and spice over wood. The texture is dense, smooth, the layer of tannin blending well with the mature fruit.",Premier Vin,20,89,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Château la Rayre 2009 Premier Vin Red (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rayre-2009-premier-vin-red-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château la Rayre ,Red,US,"Nicely balanced and detailed, this Malbec includes small amounts of Cab Franc and Syrah. Tangy raspberry and spicy strawberry jam fruit flavors are dusted with toast and cracker notes. The wine spent 18 months in half new, half neutral oak barrels.",Hogback Ridge Vineyard,30,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Nuthatch Cellars 2008 Hogback Ridge Vineyard Malbec (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuthatch-cellars-2008-hogback-ridge-vineyard-malbec-other-columbia-valley-or/,Malbec,2008,Nuthatch Cellars 14.3,Red,US,"A challenging wine. It's rather strong and dry and extracted now, lacking delicacy, and makes you want to stick it in the cellar for a while. Yet there's a certain hollowness that may limit ageability. If you drink it now, give it a good decant.",La Cruz Vineyard,54,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Arista 2008 La Cruz Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2008-cruz-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Arista 14.5,White,US,"This Pinot Noir is so rich in fruit and oak, it tastes like a melted dessert tart. Wows with raspberry and cherry jam, vanilla bean, bacon, buttered cinnamon toast and smoky wood flavors, wrapped into a light, airy texture. Drink it now with a terrific steak.",Sierra Madre Vineyard,49,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,La Fenêtre 2008 Sierra Madre Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2008-sierra-madre-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,La Fenêtre 14.1,Red,US,"This enormously rich, extracted Pinot Noir will please flavor-forward fans. It's explosive in raspberries, cherries, cola, figs, bacon, orange zest and other umami tastes, wrapped into a silky texture and brightened with crisp acidity. Seems best now and for a year or two.",Los Alamos Vineyard,39,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,La Fenêtre 2008 Los Alamos Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2008-los-alamos-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,La Fenêtre 13,White,Austria,"From vines close to the Czech border, this wine is soft and yeasty in character, with juicy fruit, a ripe texture, citrus and bell pepper flavors. Age for 2-3 years.",Steinbügel Reserve,27,89,Niederösterreich,,,Graf Hardegg 2009 Steinbügel Reserve Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-hardegg-2009-steinbugel-reserve-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Graf Hardegg ,White,US,"Always one of the finest values in Oregon Riesling, the Kings Ridge really shines in 2009. Juicy and bursting with ripe pineapple, pear and peach fruit, this big, round, luscious wine masks its residual sugar with tangy acidity.",,12,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Kings Ridge 2009 Riesling (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kings-ridge-2009-riesling-other/,Riesling,2009,Kings Ridge 7.5,White,Germany,"Pale gold color wine, with attractive floral nose hints, honey, slate and some obvious sulfur. Racy with a crisp juicy texture, lemony and moderately taut. Sweet with ample citrus and white peach flavors on the palate. Evident minerality on the finish adds complexity. Reasonably long length.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Spätlese,20,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Joh. Haart 2008 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-haart-2008-piesporter-goldtropfchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2008,Joh. Haart 14.6,Red,US,"Beautiful, classic blackberry and currant fruit in this polished Cabernet, along with a rich, tasteful coat of sweet oak. The tannins are thick but refined. The grapes come from this plateau between Napa and Sonoma counties. Tastes young and direct now, but should settle down in 3–4 years.",Pelkan Ranch,35,89,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Joel Gott 2007 Pelkan Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joel-gott-2007-pelkan-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Joel Gott ,Red,US,"Michael Mondavi's Folio Fine Wine Partners now offers an Oregon Pinot Noir, this one vinified by Rob Mondavi, a fourth- generation winemaker. Pale and elegantly styled, it shows refined winemaking skills and a European sensibility. Pungently herbal, this supple wine brings young fruit flavors of cranberry and raspberry, but shows ageworthy depth and persistence. It's the sort of subtle, classic style that rewards both time and attention.",,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,I'M 2007 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/im-2007-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,I'M ,Red,US,"Medium weight, round and tangy, this shows a core of cranberry/cherry fruit, a whiff of cola and a suggestion of the tack room. It's a detailed and somewhat earthy Pinot Noir. From the estate vineyard, it's what you hope to find in Oregon— Pinot that is artisanal, a little quirky, distinctive and above all, enjoyable. Fades just a bit too quickly.",,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Hawks View 2008 Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawks-view-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Hawks View 13.5,Red,Italy,"Montefalco Rosso is a blend of Sangiovese, Sagrantino and Merlot that shows impressive balance and integration. The wine's soft cherry and berry nuances come from the Sangiovese and Merlot components and the Sagrantino adds structure and persistency.",,28,89,Central Italy,Montefalco Rosso,,Lungarotti 2007 Montefalco Rosso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lungarotti-2007-red-montefalco-rosso/,Red Blend,2007,Lungarotti 13,White,Austria,"A tightly textured wine, packed with acidity. Its grapefruit and green apple fruit lend a lively character layered with grainy acidity. There is a final touch of pepper and yeast.",Wachtberg,28,89,Kremstal,,,Salomon-Undhof 2009 Wachtberg Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salomon-undhof-2009-wachtberg-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Salomon-Undhof ,Red,US,"Just four barrels were made, with grapes from a one-acre estate block of Pommard clone Pinot Noir planted more than 30 years ago. Detailed and brambly, with strawberry and cherry fruit, mottled with baking spices and chocolate. The finish carries some brown sugar flavors, a hint that perhaps this wine will age rather quickly and should be consumed over the next couple of years.",Pataccoli Family Vineyard,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Redhawk 2008 Pataccoli Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redhawk-2008-pataccoli-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Redhawk 14,White,France,"The toast element is just right, giving a wine that is very rich, broad and opulent. At the same time, there is an edge of crispness as well as tropical fruits to add a final more vibrant character.",Cuvée des Conti,18,89,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Tour des Gendres 2009 Cuvée des Conti White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2009-cuvee-conti-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Tour des Gendres 14,Red,France,"Soft barnyard mingles with dried thyme and lavender, adding complexity to the juicy plum, cherry and wild raspberry flavors. Creamy but firm, with gripping tannins and a cocoa-dusted finish. With 50% Syrah, 40% Grenache and 10% Carignan, this is an intense Minervois that can stand up to beef stew or braised short ribs.",Leukadios,18,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Domaine Sainte Léocadie 2008 Leukadios Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sainte-leocadie-2008-leukadios-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine Sainte Léocadie 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Dark and heavily oaked on first blush, but give it time to unwind or let it sit in the bottle for a year or two and this will satisfy any Malbec lover. Early on, it's dense and full of shoe polish, mint and coconut; later it spreads out to show sweet dark-berry flavors and finally a rich, almost sticky finish of woodspice, brown sugar and lushness.",Reserva,18,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2009 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2009-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Domaine Jean Bousquet 13,White,Greece,"Fresh fruit, peach, vanilla and melon leads this likeable blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Roditis. Good, racy freshness and citrus and a touch of slate give the wine a perky character. Delicious with seafood, fresh cheeses and fruit.",Mythic River,15,89,Korinthia,,,Estate Constantin Gofas 2009 Mythic River White (Korinthia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-constantin-gofas-2009-mythic-river-white-korinthia/,White Blend,2009,Estate Constantin Gofas 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Strong aromas of cassis, cocoa nibs, fresh mint sprigs, black currant leaf and licorice are the first things you experience with this wine. After that, the creamy mouth provides loads of black berry, plum and anise flavors that stay through the finish. A firmly structured and well-balanced Bordeaux-style blend.",John X Merriman,30,89,Stellenbosch,,,Rustenberg 2007 John X Merriman Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustenberg-2007-john-x-merriman-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Rustenberg 10.5,White,Germany,"There's an appealing nose of ripe yellow stone fruit, spice and an earthy minerality. Medium-sweet with a lovely rich texture, fleshy, but well balanced by the refreshing acidity. Smooth and broad across the palate, showing strong flavor intensity that lingers. Long, with a persistent layered, minerally finish.",Bechtheimer Stein Spätlese,15,89,Rheinhessen,,,G&M Machmer 2008 Bechtheimer Stein Spätlese Gewürztraminer (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-m-machmer-2008-bechtheimer-stein-spatlese-gewurztraminer-rheinhessen/,Gewürztraminer,2008,G&M Machmer 17,Dessert,US,"A lovely dessert wine in almost every respect. It's crisp in acidity and has complex, somewhat oxidized or Madeira-like flavors of oranges, tapioca and vanilla. Could be a little more focused and intense, but very fine, although it calls for a certain appreciation of this oxidative quality.",Ancient Vine Angelica,130,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Gypsy Canyon NV Ancient Vine Angelica Debit (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gypsy-canyon-nv-ancient-vine-angelica-other-white-debit-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Debit,,Gypsy Canyon 14,White,South Africa,"There's a real richness to this wine, as aromas of butter and cream flood the nose alongside notes of ripe peach and apple. The mouthfeel is as full and lush as one would anticipate from the bouquet, and the finish is long but clean. Drink now.",The Eleanor,53,89,Stellenbosch,,,Hartenberg 2006 The Eleanor Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartenberg-2006-eleanor-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2006,Hartenberg 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a particularly well-balanced edition of Benuara (a 70-30 blend of Nero d'Avola and Syrah) that boasts a very nice quality and integrity of fruit followed by fresh aromas of blackberry, cherry and a shading of exotic spice. The low price will also win you over.",Benuara,16,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2008 Benuara Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2008-benuara-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2008,Cusumano 13.5,Red,Italy,"A gorgeous blend of Chardonnay and fragrant Viognier that shows the structure and creaminess of the first grape and the floral, fruity intensity of the second. The wine is crisp, clean and would pair with basil pesto.",Antinoo,24,89,Central Italy,Lazio,,Casale del Giglio 2008 Antinoo White (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casale-giglio-2008-antinoo-white-lazio/,White Blend,2008,Casale del Giglio 11.5,White,Germany,"Pale to mid-gold in color with a heady nose of exotic spice, rose water and floral blossoms with a hint of smoke. Round and warming on the palate. Sweet yet fresh and juicy with moderate intensity of citrus and stone fruit flavors. Some savory earthy notes on a moderately long finish.",,12,89,Pfalz,,,Villa Wolf 2008 Gewürztraminer (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-wolf-2008-gewurztraminer-pfalz/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Villa Wolf 14.5,Red,Greece,"Dried herbs, spicebox and cherry on the nose show this red means business. Masculine flavors of cigarbox, black fruit and vanilla give it a serious edge. The wine's character is rich, but a dry acidity keeps it focused. Pair with red meat, hearty fish.",Oenotria,37,89,Drama,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2006 Oenotria Red (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2006-oenotria-red-drama/,Red Blend,2006,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 14,Red,Argentina,"Very nice Malbec for the money. The bouquet is floral and bright, with a hint of dry oak and mocha. The feel is full and well balanced, while the palate has a bright and lively personality with cherry, raspberry, chocolate and spice flavors. Smooth, tastes good and offers plenty of value.",,12,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Domaine Jean Bousquet 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-bousquet-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Domaine Jean Bousquet 12.5,White,Greece,"Still one of the benchmark Malagousias of Greece, this wine offers aromas of white flowers, peach, lime and lemon peel, followed by delicate waves of mango, citrus and spice. Refreshing and elegant, it pairs well with seafood and poultry as well as spicy Thai cuisine.",,25,89,Epanomi,,,Gerovassiliou 2007 Malagousia (Epanomi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerovassiliou-2007-greek-white-malagousia-epanomi/,Malagousia,2007,Gerovassiliou 7.5,White,Germany,"Shows wonderful purity of fruit—green apple and lime, perhaps a touch of flower shop greens—and impreccable balance, being light in body, off dry, crisp and refreshing. Delicious.",Erdener Treppchen Kabinett,26,89,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2009 Erdener Treppchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2009-erdener-treppchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Dr. Loosen 15.5,Red,Argentina,"Woody and smelling of sawdust early, this four-grape blend eases toward roasted berry, cassis, herbal plum and molten chocolate. It's massive and structured, with a big-boned skeleton and heat on the leathery, roasted finish due to 15.5% alcohol. Big, fiery, saucy and lusty, but short on refinement and elegance.",Atemporal,25,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2008 Atemporal Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2008-atemporal-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2008,Alta Vista 13.5,Red,Argentina,"A dark and toasty specimen with a deep-purple tint and aromas of oak, butter and powerful blackberry fruit. The palate is textured and rich, with thick, smoky flavors of black fruits and peppery spice. Pours on the oak but in an integrated way; very good for varietal Cab from 2008.",Catena,20,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2008 Catena Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2008-catena-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Bodega Catena Zapata 15,Red,Italy,"This is a mammoth wine with an inky, impenetrable appearance and intense aromas of dark spice, crushed black pepper, clove and every sort of mature black fruit you can imagine. The tannins are firm and solid and the wine packs a powerful punch of concentration and alcoholic power.",,50,89,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Binomio 2006 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/binomio-2006-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2006,Binomio 14.5,Red,Italy,"Here is a rich, dense and nicely saturated Sagrantino with lively aromas of sweet spice, cinnamon, nutmeg and dark berry or plum. You'll taste the wine's thick tannins and enjoy its spicy aftertaste. Drink after 2013.",,,89,Central Italy,Sagrantino di Montefalco,,Cantina Tudernum 2006 Sagrantino di Montefalco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-tudernum-2006-italian-red-sagrantino-sagrantino-montefalco/,Sagrantino,2006,Cantina Tudernum 14.3,White,US,"Horse & Plow sourced organic grapes to craft this excellent Chardonnay, giving it the luxe treatment—handpicked, whole-cluster pressed, French oak barrel fermentation and aging nine months sur lee—and it shows. The wine is pretty, with a tropical bouquet that gives way to just enough oak-driven vanilla. Will age nicely but is also ready to drink now.",McFadden Farm,20,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Horse & Plow 2009 McFadden Farm Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2009-mcfadden-farm-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2009,Horse & Plow 14.5,Red,South Africa,"With 16 months in French and American oak, it should not be a surprise that this wine is as rich and wonderfully wood-spiced as it is. Earthy spice by way of clove, cinnamon sticks, anise root and cigar box bring the typical dark fruit flavors to another level. Balanced and drinkable now with a finish reminiscent of a tanned hide.",Pumphouse,22,89,Coastal Region,,,Backsberg 2007 Pumphouse Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-2007-pumphouse-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,2007,Backsberg 13.9,Red,US,"This Cab Franc is considerably lighter in body than a Cabernet Sauvignon. Its silky texture frames red cherry, red currant, red licorice, cola and sandalwood flavors that finish very dry. It's a lovely wine of some charm, but give it a decant before serving.",Bates' Ranch,28,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ahlgren 2005 Bates' Ranch Cabernet Franc (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ahlgren-2005-bates-ranch-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Franc,2005,Ahlgren 15.3,Red,US,"This rich, ripe Merlot offers lots of smooth flavor. Grown on the Sonoma side of Carneros, the wine is dry and soft in tannins, marked by black cherry, blueberry, toast and vanilla flavors.",,35,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Broadway Vineyards 2008 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broadway-2008-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,2008,Broadway Vineyards 7,White,Germany,"Notes of honey and cinnamon combine with a slightly musky spice note to give this sweet auslese added interest. It's round in the mouth without being soft or flabby in the slightest, with lingering notes of baked apple on the finish.",Graacher Himmelreich Auslese,19,89,Mosel,,,Gräflich von Hohenthal'Scher 2007 Graacher Himmelreich Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graflich-von-hohenthalscher-2007-graacher-himmelreich-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2007,Gräflich von Hohenthal'Scher 10.5,White,Germany,"Prevailing lemony, citrus-cocktail aromas with hints of almond macaroons. Though medium sweet, it is lip-smackingly crisp and racy, with zesty citrus flavors following through on the palate. Moderately intense and reasonably taut, if a little austere.",Scharzhof,25,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Egon Müller 2008 Scharzhof Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/egon-muller-2008-scharzhof-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2008,Egon Müller 13.5,Red,France,"The nose is loaded with garrigue aromas, mostly rosemary and dried bay leaf, lifted by vibrant black cherry and black berry jam. Licorice and spice unfold in the chewy mouth, with a decadent milk chocolate infused finish.",Syrah/Carignan,18,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Gérard Bertrand 2008 Syrah/Carignan Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2008-syrah-carignan-red-minervois/,Red Blend,2008,Gérard Bertrand 15,Dessert,Cyprus,"Alluring aromas of orange peel. Dried apricot, spices and cigarbox lead this historic dessert wine from Cyprus. On the palate, waves of bitter orange, cedar and sweet tobacco unfold. The finish is spicy with a honeyed sweet undertone. Fantastic with nuts.",St. Nicholas,20,89,Commandaria,,,Etko 2000 St. Nicholas Xinisteri (Commandaria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etko-2000-st-nicholas-greek-white-xinisteri-commandaria/,Xinisteri,2000,Etko 10,Dessert,Germany,"On the drier side for an auslese, with the alcohol reaching 10%, this wine features hints of apricot and pineapple marmalade, but there are also less pristine earthy, fungal notes that some may read as complex while others may find them slightly dirty. Crisp and linear on the finish. Drink now–2015.",Trarbacher Schlossberg Auslese 375 ml,29,89,Mosel,,,Max Wagner 2006 Trarbacher Schlossberg Auslese 375 ml Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/max-wagner-2006-trarbacher-schlossberg-auslese-375-ml-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2006,Max Wagner 13.5,White,Greece,"This exotic white starts with aromas of white flowers, lemon and mint, followed by fuller-bodied flavors of peach, apricot and flowers. Balanced with a viscous mouthfeel. The wine is well-suited for robust dishes—think lobster—but also adds depth to simple grilled fish.",,22,89,Halkidiki,,,Porto Carras 2008 Malagouzia (Halkidiki),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porto-carras-2008-greek-white-malagouzia-halkidiki/,Malagouzia,2008,Porto Carras 12.5,White,Greece,"This fumé starts with aromas of peach, vanilla and spice, followed by an elegant balance of citrus fruit, toasted vanilla and lemon zest. Fresh but with added body, this SB will pair well with oilier, bolder flavored fish, cheese, cream dishes.",Fumé,40,89,Epanomi,,,Gerovassiliou 2007 Fumé Sauvignon Blanc (Epanomi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerovassiliou-2007-fume-sauvignon-blanc-epanomi/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Gerovassiliou 7.5,White,Germany,"Quite ripe and precise stone fruit aromas with interesting hints of minerality. Refreshingly crisp with balanced sweetness. Ample youthful, juicy fruits dance across the palate. Moderate intensity of flavor, zesty texture and a moderately long finish.",Blue Slate Kabinett,20,89,Mosel,,,Dr. Loosen 2008 Blue Slate Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2008-blue-slate-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Loosen 7.5,White,Germany,"The restrained nose shows some white peach notes, lees and stony minerality. This is complex, layered and persistent across the palate, opening up to ample stone fruit flavors, earthy notes, dried herbs and spice. Crisp, with sweetness, moderately concentrated flavors and a rich texture all in balance, if a little loose knit on the finish.",Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese,31,89,Mosel,,,Clusserath-Weiler 2008 Trittenheimer Apotheke Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clusserath-weiler-2008-trittenheimer-apotheke-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Clusserath-Weiler 15,Red,South Africa,"The '08 Oro is Cab dominant while the '07 favored Shiraz, a difference that seems to be an improvement. Rich and concentrated with lovely dark plum, cassis and black raspberry components coupled with accents of tree bark, sweet spice and soft cigar tobacco. Fresh and lush all at once; easy to drink now or can hold for a year or two.",Oro,18,89,Paarl,,,Black Pearl 2008 Oro Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-pearl-2008-oro-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-paarl/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2008,Black Pearl 14.1,Red,US,"This is one of the best Pinots in a screw top you'll find. It shows elegant qualities, housing fresh, young cherry, raspberry and oak flavors in a nice, silky texture. Production was 2,328 cases.",,20,89,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Bishop's Peak 2009 Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bishops-peak-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bishop's Peak 13.7,White,US,"Searing acidity marks this wine, which tastes like it has a lot of Edna Valley fruit in the blend. It also shows bright, strong, long hangtime flavors of limes and pineapples. It's actually quite a fine Chardonnay, dry and low in alcohol. A great value at this price.",,15,89,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bishop's Peak 2009 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bishops-peak-2009-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2009,Bishop's Peak ,Red,US,"Lovely aromatics mix floral, fruit and barrel components in equal proportion. The wine has some solid tannins, and sits in the mouth with a bit of gravitas. Wild cherry, raspberry, fresh herb, and a little stiffness to the finish. Definitely a wine to age a few more years.",Flat Block Estate,,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Bethel Heights 2008 Flat Block Estate Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-2008-flat-block-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Bethel Heights 14,Red,Argentina,"A rich and creamy sort of Malbec that pours on the weight, extract and oaky, coconutty character. The palate is syrupy, with huge flavors of roasted berry, molasses and sweet spices. Arguably on the baked and heavy side, but definitely a rich, huge wine with just enough core acidity to keep it balanced.",,30,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Siesta 2007 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siesta-2007-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Siesta 11,White,Germany,"Pale gold color. Broad and aromatic, showing ripe yellow peach and nectarine, hints of honey, dried herbs and an earthy minerality. Fuller body and weightier on the palate than expected. Slightly loose knit but shows ample ripe stone-fruit flavors that balance sweetness and acidity slightly awkwardly on the palate.",Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese,29,89,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2007 Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2007-bernkasteler-badstube-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2007,Markus Molitor 14.5,Red,South Africa,"This is an attractive but focused wine with loads of juicy red plum guts, mashed raspberry and blackberry preserve flavors framing licorice and sweet spice backnotes. Robust and spicy with a strong cocoa flavored finish.",Roulette,40,89,Swartland,,,Lammershoek 2006 Roulette Red (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lammershoek-2006-roulette-red-swartland/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Lammershoek ,Red,US,"Thick, heavy and jammy now, with blackberry, cherry and raspberry flavors, balanced with good acidity. Almost rustic in the fruity concentration and tart acids. Your best bet is the cellar. Try after 2013.",,175,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,The Vineyard House 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-house-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,The Vineyard House 12.5,White,Austria,"An attractive, fresh-faced wine, bubbling brightly and easily. With light white fruits and laced with acidity, it brings out a racy, nervy character, looking to food as a complement.",Undhof Kögl,28,89,Kremstal,,,Salomon-Undhof 2009 Undhof Kögl Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salomon-undhof-2009-kogl-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2009,Salomon-Undhof 14.5,Red,Italy,"Made with ripe Nero d'Avola grapes, this inky red wine offers density, richness and milky aromas of chocolate, blueberry and creamy berry. There's a touch of bitter spice on the close and the wine tastes chewy and soft.",Aynat,24,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 2007 Aynat Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticultori-associati-canicatti-2007-aynat-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2007,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 14.9,Red,US,"Lots of classic varietal character in this Cabernet. It's very dry and rich in blackberries, cassis and herbs, with a kiss of smoky oak. The tannins are a bit sticky now. Give it 2–3 years in the cellar.",,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peter Franus 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-franus-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Peter Franus 14,Red,South Africa,"Black berry, raspberry and cassis abound on the bouquet of this wine, lifted by superattractive aromas of fudgy brownie. The fruit transitions completely to the full palate, with a touch of peppery spice staying through the close. Drink now.",Grand Vin de Glenelly,25,88,Western Cape,,,Glenelly 2007 Grand Vin de Glenelly Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenelly-2007-grand-vin-de-red-western-cape/,Red Blend,2007,Glenelly ,Red,US,"A single-clone selection from this vineyard; it's like a pencil drawing, a sketch for a complete wine. Sharp edges, tight lines, a quick burst of pomegranate, earthy tannins and it stops, a hard finish.",Prince Hill 115,50,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Erath 2008 Prince Hill 115 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2008-prince-hill-115-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Erath 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Dark and moody, with aromas of bramble, blackberry, coffee grinds and cocoa powder. The medium-weight mouth is loaded with black plum and cherry flavors with a soft black pepper finish. Drink now.",,13,87,Coastal Region,,,Porcupine Ridge 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porcupine-ridge-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Porcupine Ridge 14.3,White,US,"Made in a dry, lean style, this Chard has plenty of elegance. It has citrus, pear and mineral flavors, with a touch of oak and bright, brisk, coastal acidity.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lincourt 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lincourt-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Lincourt 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Warm and generous on the nose, with hints of brick dust and herbal strawberry fruit. Seems healthy and ready in the mouth, with good berry fruit, moderate spice notes and just a minor touch of herbal character. Works well, although it worked better when it was an under-$10 wine.",Urban Uco,14,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,O. Fournier 2009 Urban Uco Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2009-urban-uco-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2009,O. Fournier 8,White,Germany,"This sweet spätlese displays some rather funky, sweaty aromas, but also ample apple and citrus fruit, and the resulting combination is both likable and complex. The crisp, green-apple finish fades a bit quickly, but this is a pleasant warm-weather sipper.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Spätlese,22,87,Mosel,,,Bollig-Lehnert 2009 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollig-lehnert-2009-piesporter-goldtropfchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Bollig-Lehnert 13,White,Italy,The label of this wine is made by fashion designer Carolina Marengo and proceeds of sales of this wine go to a Sicilian art restoration charity. This deeply oak- aged Grillo opens with a saturated golden color and segues to spicy aromas of cinnamon and vanilla cream backed by apricot and pear. The oak element is very strong here.,Carolina Marengo,21,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudi del Pisciotto 2007 Carolina Marengo Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-pisciotto-2007-carolina-marengo-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2007,Feudi del Pisciotto 13.5,Red,Italy,"This ushers forth pretty aromas of blueberry, spice and white peppercorn. There's a sweet note of ripe fruit in the mouth and at this low price, you won't find a better deal.",Stemmari,9,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2007 Stemmari Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2007-stemmari-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2007,Feudo Arancio 13,White,Italy,"This pretty Trebbiano-based white offers aromas of peach, pear and white mineral followed by layers of white almond and honeysuckle. Pair this delicious wine with lake fish, shrimps or oysters.",San Benedetto,14,87,Lombardy,Lugana,,Zenato 2009 San Benedetto (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2009-san-benedetto-italian-white-trebbiano-lugana-lugana/,Trebbiano di Lugana,2009,Zenato 14.1,White,US,"With zesty acidity and dry pineapple, lemon, lime and green grassy flavors, this is a nice white wine to drink for a cocktail with little appetizers ranging from puff pastries to egg rolls to smoked meats.",Hi Vista Vineyard,18,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Tin Barn 2009 Hi Vista Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-barn-2009-hi-vista-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Tin Barn 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and savory aromas of hickory, BBQ and plum jam are nice, while the body is structured and full. The flavors follow the nose, meaning there's a savory, roasted quality to the wine but also jammy raspberry fruit notes. Chewy and a bit marinated, but it's quite good for the price.",,9,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tilia 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tilia-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Tilia 13.9,White,Argentina,"Light, airy, tropical and very nice for an under-$10 Argentine Chardonnay. The nose is nice and easy, while the flavors of orange, melon and lychee are tropical but seem right for the wine's body and acidity. Easygoing as they come, with a hint of sweetness on the finish.",,9,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tilia 2009 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tilia-2009-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Tilia 14,White,Argentina,"Clean and tropical, and not too heavy, oily or chunky. The nose is pure lemon, pear and apple, while the flavor profile revolves around citrus, apple and honey in the center. Finishes sweeter than it starts, but with dry papaya for balance. Good everyday Chardonnay from Argentina, something we don't see too often.",,10,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2009 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2009-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Terrazas de Los Andes 13,White,Italy,"Roccolo Grassi produces beautiful Amarone and applies a quality winemaking philosophy to all the estate wines. This oak-fermented Soave is simple, but sincere with pristine mineral, peach and citrus aromas.",Vigneto La Broia,20,87,Veneto,Soave,,Roccolo Grassi 2007 Vigneto La Broia (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roccolo-grassi-2007-vigneto-broia-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2007,Roccolo Grassi 13.5,Red,Italy,"Mamertino is a warm and succulent red wine that delivers ripe aromas of cherry, blackberry and a touch of exotic spice.",Mamertino,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Vasari 2006 Mamertino Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasari-2006-mamertino-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2006,Vasari ,Red,US,"Dry, tannic and jammy, this Bordeaux blend contains a splash of Syrah. It's strong and flavorful in blackberries, cherries and raspberries, with a rich coating of sweet, smoky oak.",BANK,24,87,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,3CV 2009 BANK Red (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3cv-2009-bank-red-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Red Blend,2009,3CV 13.3,Red,US,"This moderately-priced Pinot Noir spent 10 months in mostly neutral French oak. Still quite young, it reveals primary fruit flavors of red apple, red pear and raspberry. Firm and juicy, with just a hint of toast.",Cuvée A,25,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Anne Amie 2008 Cuvée A Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anne-amie-2008-cuvee-a-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Anne Amie ,Red,Germany,"Fairly intense aromas of jammy black and red fruit: plums, blackberries and cassis, with notes of coffee and vanilla. On the palate, this is warm, with lots of sweet baking spices and baked black fruit. Fairly simple with a slightly syrupy texture and a warm, spicy finish.",,28,87,Pfalz,,,Andreas Bender 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreas-bender-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-pfalz/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Andreas Bender 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is an inky black and impenetrable expression of Montepulciano from central Italy with dark spice aromas lavished over Maraschino cherry, blackberry and prune. Oak notes of spice, vanilla and black pepper fill in the background. The wine is firmly tannic on the close.",Musè,,87,Central Italy,Marche,,La Canosa 2007 Musè Montepulciano (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canosa-2007-muse-italian-red-montepulciano-marche/,Montepulciano,2007,La Canosa 14,White,US,"Lots going on in this affordable wine. It's zesty in acidity, with a minerally bite to the pineapple, green apple and pear jam fruit. Straddles the border between dry and honey sweet.",,12,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Hahn 2009 Pinot Gris (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Gris,2009,Hahn 8,White,Germany,"Pale lemon in color. Restrained at first and quite reduced, but opens up in the glass to show appealing citrus and white peach aromas. Crisp and juicy, with citrus flavors predominating—tangerine, ruby red grapefruit and meyer lemon. Medium sweet, refreshing but slightly short on the finish.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett,,87,Mosel,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2008 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2008-wehlener-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Joh. Jos. Prüm 13.8,Red,US,"Not one to age, but to enjoy now for its fresh, clean fruitiness. It's dry, silky and pure in raspberries, cherries and Dr. Pepper cola, with a rich overlay of oak. At this price, it's a steal.",,13,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mahoney 2007 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahoney-2007-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Mahoney 13.5,White,US,"Good price for a dry, crisp and flavor Chardonnay with some real fancy character. Flatters the palate with opulent pineapple jam, pear, lemon and orange fruit flavors, finished with rich oak.",,12,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Liberty School 2008 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liberty-school-2008-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2008,Liberty School 14.8,Red,US,"Good and intricate, but too oaky. Wood barrels dominate, with buttered cinnamon toast and caramelized vanilla cream dominating the cherries and raspberries. Even under that assault, the fine acidity and minerality of the terroir shines through. Drink now.",Lafond Vineyard Pommard Clone,50,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lafond 2007 Lafond Vineyard Pommard Clone Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2007-vineyard-pommard-clone-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Lafond 13.5,Red,US,"This Cabernet is as soft as velvet, with a clean bite of acidity, and the cherry and blackberry jam flavors are evenly paired with smoky, sweet oak. Drink now, and easy to find, with 30,000 cases produced.",,19,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Ranch 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-ranch-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Rutherford Ranch ,Red,US,"Another new entry into the under-$20 Oregon Pinot ranks, this one from Wilson Daniels. Oregon law requires that wines with varietal labeling be 95% the named varietal; here there is 3% Syrah in the cuvée. Tart red berries, leaf and herb mingle in a graceful, though light bottle. A nice balance of fruit, herb, acid and tannin, with a pleasing spicy finish.",99W,19,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,RouteStock 2009 99W Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/routestock-cellars-2009-99w-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,RouteStock 13,White,Italy,"A blend of Malvasia and Trebbiano, this luminous, golden wine shows fragrant aromas of honeysuckle, white melon, peach blossom and almond.",,14,87,Central Italy,Frascati Superiore,,Tenuta di Pietra Porzia 2008 Frascati Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-pietra-porzia-2008-white-frascati-superiore/,White Blend,2008,Tenuta di Pietra Porzia 13.5,Red,Italy,"The region of Lazio in central Italy is not well-known for its wines, but this well-priced 50-50 blend of Montepulciano and Merlot shows its enological potential. This is a rich and penetrating wine with loads of black fruit and spice.",Saula,13,87,Central Italy,Castelli Romani,,Tenuta di Pietra Porzia 2007 Saula (Castelli Romani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-pietra-porzia-2007-saula-red-castelli-romani/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta di Pietra Porzia 15,Red,Italy,"This is the kind of light and informal wine you can pair with pasta with fresh tomato sauce and basil. Made with Nero d'Avola grapes, it offers aromas of cherry, raspberry, almond and roasted pistachio nut.",Regaleali,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2007 Regaleali Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2007-regaleali-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2007,Tasca d'Almerita 10.5,White,Germany,"Mid-gold in color, with a richly honeyed nose, slightly caramel like, showing ultraripe yellow fruits, spice and earthy tuber notes. Earthiness and sweet ripeness follow through on the palate, but it tastes quite fresh. Loose knit, but simple and easy drinking. Finishes slightly short with a resinous kick.",,11,87,Mosel,,,Sun Garden 2007 Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sun-garden-2007-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2007,Sun Garden ,Red,US,"A good effort at this price, this tart and tasty Pinot mixes cranberry and sour cherry fruit with plenty of juicy acidity. Ten percent was aged in new French oak, and you can pick up just a lick of chocolate as the finish fades.",Grateful Red,15,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Redhawk 2008 Grateful Red Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redhawk-2008-grateful-red-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Redhawk 13,Red,Italy,"Sedàra offers bright cherry flavors backed by dense blackberry and plum. There's a bitter almond note on the close, but all said, this ruby wine offers a lively, all-fruit experience.",Sedàra,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Donnafugata 2008 Sedàra Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnafugata-2008-sedara-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2008,Donnafugata 14,White,South Africa,"Here's a riper expression of South African Chardonnay with forward aromas and flavors of baked pear, apple cider and walnut skins that linger through the buttery finish. Round and full in the mouth but not flabby. Drink now.",,16,87,Paarl,,,Glen Carlou 2008 Chardonnay (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-carlou-2008-chardonnay-paarl/,Chardonnay,2008,Glen Carlou 13.9,White,US,"Here's an oaky, ripe Chardonnay for those who like these strong, direct hits. It's powerful in tropical fruit, citrus, pear and green apple flavors, with a creamy overlay of buttery oak. Drink now.",,22,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Girard 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Girard 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Earthy and warm on first take, with deep fruit and soupy side aromas. The palate is juicy and lively, with blackberry flavors as well as toasty accents. Round, ripe and generous on the finish, with brightness but also a syrupy side. All in all it's a good wine for the money.",,11,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zolo 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zolo-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Zolo 13.5,Red,US,"Tastes almost like an Aussie Shiraz, a big, jammy but drily acidic wine that explodes in blackberry, cherry and pepper flavors. Robust and fun, a great wine to serve with barbecue or rich meat stews.",,15,87,California,California Other,California,Spellbound 2008 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spellbound-2008-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2008,Spellbound 14.1,Red,US,"Sobon's Syrah is from one of the winery's oldest plantings, one that is organically farmed and lightly cropped. The resulting wine, which includes small percentages of Zinfandel (6%), the winery's specialty, as well as Petite Sirah (2%) and Grenache (2%), is more on the savory meat and cooked plums end of the Syrah spectrum, with a silky texture. The wine falls a tad flat on the finish.",,14,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 2008 Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,2008,Sobon Estate ,Red,US,"This inexpensive, screw capped, light and elegant Pinot Noir brings a mix of very tart cherry fruit, fresh herbs, and bracing acidity. It might be considered an Oregon take on a simple (but well made) Bourgogne.",Timothy,20,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WildAire 2008 Timothy Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildaire-2008-timothy-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,WildAire 14.7,White,US,"A big, lush Chardonnay from the Wente family's Ernest Wente Vineyard, this is barrel fermented and aged on lees for a long 18 months in new American and French oak. A successful layering of ripe apples, a tinge of pineapple and hearty bread with tons of texture and length made in an opulent California style.","Merrillie, EWV Block 32220",25,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,"Steven Kent 2007 Merrillie, EWV Block 32220 Chardonnay (Livermore Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2007-merrillie-ewv-block-32220-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Steven Kent 13.5,Red,France,"There is a farmyard character here but it certainly doesn't detract from the light, fresh juicy cherry character. It's attractive, with bright acidity to finish.",Duras et Braucol,12,87,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2009 Duras et Braucol Red (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2009-duras-braucol-red-gaillac/,Red Blend,2009,Lionel Osmin & Cie 12.5,White,Italy,"Beautifully rich and intense, with ripe aromas of peach, apricot, grapefruit and melon. The wine is smooth and filling on the palate and the fresh acidity would match steamed asparagus with melted butter.",,17,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Monte Tondo 2008 Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-tondo-2008-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Monte Tondo ,Red,US,"Much like its Willamette Valley stablemate, this is a dark, aromatic Pinot Noir, with fruit flavors of cranberry and raspberry. It's solid and a bit blocky, but full in the mouth, and there is an unusual set of spices—clove and jalapeño pepper to be exact. An interesting bottle, a bit off the beaten track.",Mystic Vineyard,25,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Libra 2008 Mystic Vineyard Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/libra-2008-mystic-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Libra 13.5,White,Argentina,"Having tasted the previous vintages and not liking them all that much, I can safely say that this 2010 is a much better, cleaner, more varietally correct version of Torrontés. It's clean, fresh and defined by light aromas and flavors of lime and green melon. Juicy and soda-like on the finish.",,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2010 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2010-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Pascual Toso 13.5,Red,France,"Here's a wine with black plum flavors, acidity and an edge of tannins. A smooth texture dominates, leaving a delicous, ready-to-drink wine.",Latitude 44,,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Pascal et Olivier Pieron 2009 Latitude 44 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-olivier-pieron-2009-latitude-44-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Pascal et Olivier Pieron 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Surprisingly light and vibrant smelling with aromas of raspberry, red plum skin and iris. A touch of pepper and cocoa unfold on the finish. Approachable and a good choice for a beef pot-luck dinner with friends. Drink now.",,20,87,Franschhoek,,,Lynx 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynx-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-franschhoek/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Lynx 13,Red,Italy,"This is a mostly Sangiovese-based wine that shows special territorial characteristics of Umbria in central Italy. The fruit is lively, bright and fresh tones of wild berries make this a versatile and food-friendly choice.",Rubesco,15,87,Central Italy,Torgiano,,Lungarotti 2007 Rubesco Red (Torgiano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lungarotti-2007-rubesco-red-torgiano/,Red Blend,2007,Lungarotti 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a warm-climate Pinot Nero that shows all the characteristics aromas of the variety—wild berries, blue flowers and cherry—in a more pronounced and immediate manner. It's a bigger, more generous interpretation of the grape with a purely Sicilian signature.",Stemmari,9,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2008 Stemmari Pinot Nero (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2008-stemmari-pinot-noir-nero-sicilia/,Pinot Nero,2008,Feudo Arancio 15.6,Red,US,"Made in a high-alcohol, extracted style, this Zin has wild berry, chocolate, licorice and liqueur flavors that veer into currants and raisins. It's hot, peppery, glyceriney sweet and technically dry.",Especiale,40,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2008 Especiale Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2008-especiale-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Peachy Canyon 14.2,White,US,"Rich as can be, but oak dominates, giving the wine buttered toast and caramelized vanilla flavors, and you'll even find notes of buttered popcorn. Although there's lovely pineapple and citron fruit and fine Carneros acidity, this Chardonnay tastes overly manipulated.",Hudson Vineyard,55,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Patz & Hall 2008 Hudson Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2008-hudson-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Patz & Hall ,Red,US,"Sharp and showing a hint of bitterness, this kicks in with midpalate flavors of red plum and cherry. There's some mint and vanilla evident from the 16 months in barrel, and for the price it delivers a lot of spicy, penetrating flavor.",,20,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Genius Loci 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/genius-loci-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Genius Loci 13.5,White,South Africa,"Beautiful aromas of lightly toasted red apple skins, peach pit and pineapple core draw you in immediately, while the ripe fruit flavors in the medium weight mouth keep you invested. Moderately intense and balanced, this would be a lovely match for roasted chicken.",Private Collection,20,87,Stellenbosch,,,Saxenburg Estate 2008 Private Collection Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxenburg-estate-2008-private-collection-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2008,Saxenburg Estate 13,White,Italy,"This luminous Lugana (presented in a very elegant transparent bottle) boasts bright aromas of peach, light apricot tones and lemon zest backed by white mineral tones. In the mouth, the wine is generous and full with deliciously integrated acidity and sweet fruit.",,,87,Lombardy,Lugana,,Sansonina 2008 Lugana,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sansonina-2008-white-lugana/,White Blend,2008,Sansonina 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Almost 50-50, this is a gamy and earthy wine with a strong herbality present among the bright red fruit and sous-bois aromas and flavors. Flecks of dried oregano and plum skins linger on the close. Drink now.",,22,87,Western Cape,,,Ken Forrester 2006 Shiraz-Grenache (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2006-rhone-style-red-blend-shiraz-grenache-western-cape/,Shiraz-Grenache,2006,Ken Forrester 12,White,France,"A delightfully soft and creamy wine with an herbaceous underlay. It has a rich, ripe quality, with melon as well as citrus, pure and crisp acidity and a final green herb buzz. Screwcap.",Cuvée Marine,11,87,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Haut Marin 2009 Cuvée Marine White (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haut-marin-2009-cuvee-marine-white-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,White Blend,2009,Haut Marin ,Red,US,"Very good juice, but as with many of the seemingly endless single-vineyard Pinots from Erath, you can't help but wonder what might happen if some real blending took place? Cranberry and raspberry fruit, young and sharp, has not yet integrated to chocolaty barrel flavors. It's a wine split down the middle, with a chalky finish.",Battle Creek,47,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 2008 Battle Creek Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2008-battle-creek-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Erath 12.5,Rose,Germany,"Candied nose of sweet red currants, cherries and savory herbs. On the palate, this is quite warm, with mild cherry compote, forest floor and earthy flavors. Simple and a little dilute, but easy drinking, with a pleasantly fruity finish.",Pinot Noir,12,87,Pfalz,,,Villa Wolf 2009 Pinot Noir Rosé (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-wolf-2009-pinot-noir-rose-pfalz/,Rosé,2009,Villa Wolf 12.5,White,Germany,"Part of Dr. Loosen's stable, this is a reasonably dry Riesling at a reasonable price. Petrichor and grapefruit lead the way, with hints of riper citrus fruits helping to round out the midpalate. Ends on notes of anise, crushed stone and citrus.",Dry,12,87,Pfalz,,,Villa Wolf 2009 Dry Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-wolf-2009-dry-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2009,Villa Wolf 13.5,White,Greece,"Exotic pineapple and melon fruit aromas lead on this full-bodied white. On the palate, curvy melon and vanilla are punctuated by citrus and a spray of minerals. Assertive with body that can handle bigger flavors, like seafood, poultry and fruit.",,30,87,Peloponnese,,,Vatistas 2008 Petroulianos (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vatistas-2008-greek-white-petroulianos-peloponnese/,Petroulianos,2008,Vatistas 13,White,Italy,This Sicilian blend of white grapes (with a large component of Sauvignon Blanc) shows pretty aromas of white flowers and exotic fruit. Mature melon and pear aromas give the wine a warm-climate identity as does its silky structure.,Terre di Ginestra BlanQ,18,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Calatrasi 2008 Terre di Ginestra BlanQ White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calatrasi-2008-terre-ginestra-blanq-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,Calatrasi 12.5,White,Italy,"A sophisticated Soave Classico that evokes a studied, more contemplated style. It opens with a bright golden color and offers aromas of mature melon, peach and apricot. There's also a hint of white almond paste and the wine is crisp and enduring on the close.",Monte Fiorentine,17,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Ca' Rugate 2008 Monte Fiorentine (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2008-monte-fiorentine-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Ca' Rugate 14,Red,Italy,"Cembali is usually a spot on expression of Nero d'Avola, one of Sicily's best and most elaborate, but the 2005 vintage definitely seems on the overripe, alcoholic and jammy side. Ripe fruit aromas, toasted oak and smoked beef jerky push forth from the nose.",Cembali,34,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2005 Cembali Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2005-cembali-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2005,Baglio di Pianetto 12.2,White,US,"Crisp and fresh, this appealing white blend brings some floral and tea scents and flavors into a mix of pear, apple and white peach. An light touch sweetness is off-set by the juicy acidity; the alcohol clocks in at 12.2%.",Seven,12,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Airlie 2009 Seven White (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airlie-2009-seven-white-willamette-valley/,White Blend,2009,Airlie 13.5,White,Italy,"This Chardonnay does a really nice job of expressing the natural creaminess of the variety and the mature fruit and peach notes associated with the sun-drenched territory that shaped it. The wine is smooth, creamy and dense in the mouth.",Cantalupi,,87,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Conti Zecca 2008 Cantalupi Chardonnay (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-zecca-2008-cantalupi-chardonnay-salice-salentino/,Chardonnay,2008,Conti Zecca 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Floral and fruity to open the show, and then there's plenty of oak and resin aromas coming next. The palate is tight, acid rich and woody, with solid black fruit flavors along with toasted oak notes and coconut. Juicy, fresh and healthy, but quite oaky.",Reservado,16,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Carlos Basso 2009 Reservado Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2009-reservado-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Carlos Basso 12.5,Red,Italy,"This expression of Bardolino really hits all the right marks. The wine is intense and polished with vibrant aromas that recall a wild assortment of forest berries. It is smooth and supple in texture and there's a very cleaning, fresh note at the close that invites glass after glass.",Ca' Vegar,,87,Veneto,Bardolino Classico,,Cantina del Castelnuovo del Garda 2009 Ca' Vegar (Bardolino Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-castelnuovo-garda-2009-ca-vegar-red-bardolino-classico/,Corvina,2009,Cantina del Castelnuovo del Garda 12.5,White,Italy,"This is a delightfully easy and fresh white wine. Like most expressions of this promising variety, this wine shoes mineral characteristics backed by citrus, peach and pear.",Alticelli,,87,Southern Italy,Salento,,Cantele 2009 Alticelli Fiano (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantele-2009-alticelli-italian-white-fiano-salento/,Fiano,2009,Cantele ,White,US,"With alcohol at just 11.5% and a flowery new label, this is a complete makeover from the 2008 A to Z Riesling. The fruit is back, along with lemon and orange peel, honey and tea. Broad, bracing and slightly chalky acids keep the sugar in check.",,18,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,A to Z 2009 Riesling (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-to-z-2009-riesling-other/,Riesling,2009,A to Z 13,White,Italy,"Castelcerino opens with aromas of dried hay, stone fruit, citrus and mineral. It's an easy-drinking and crisp white wine that would pair with vegetable risotto (asparagus, artichoke or radicchio) topped with parmigiano cream.",Rocca Sveva Castelcerino,,87,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Cantina di Soave 2008 Rocca Sveva Castelcerino (Soave Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2008-rocca-sveva-castelcerino-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico-superiore/,Garganega,2008,Cantina di Soave 13.5,Red,France,"A fruit-driven wine, young and fresh, its lively red berry fruits, touched lightly by tannins and acidity. Delicious, fruity wine.",Cèdre Héritage,,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château du Cèdre 2009 Cèdre Héritage Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cedre-2009-cedre-heritage-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Château du Cèdre 13,Red,Italy,"This inky black blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot delivers a thick, impenetrable appearance with jammy notes of blackberry preserves and maraschino cherry. It presents chewy, succulent fruit but is not overdone or too heavy on the close.",Chieto,,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 2007 Chieto Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cescon-italo-storia-e-vini-2007-chieto-red-veneto/,Red Blend,2007,Cescon Italo Storia e Vini 12.5,White,Italy,"This Soave Classico stands apart in the crowd thanks to its natural heft and rich consistency. You can feel the glycerin on the tongue; the wine leaves a fresh impression of peach, melon and pear.",I Cérceni,,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Cambrago 2008 I Cérceni (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambrago-2008-i-cerceni-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Cambrago 12.5,White,Italy,This opulent Soave Classico is made from native Garganega grapes that see a bit of oak aging to acquire subtle tones of roasted almond and smoky mineral. Cool acidity caps the close and promises to match spicy chicken curry.,Monte Alto,39,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Ca' Rugate 2008 Monte Alto (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2008-monte-alto-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Ca' Rugate 12.5,White,Italy,"There is an austere, serious nature to this Soave Classico that is articulated with aromas of drying mineral, almond, mature peach and apricot. The wine shows weight and persistency on the palate and could pair with fried fish or chicken.",Monte Alto,19,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Ca' Rugate 2007 Monte Alto (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2007-monte-alto-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2007,Ca' Rugate 13,White,Italy,"Casale del Giglio, from the Lazio region in central Italy, exports what may well be Italy's only 100% expression of Petit Manseng. The wine is fragrant and ripe with pretty tones of peach blossom, jasmine and honeysuckle.",,24,87,Central Italy,Lazio,,Casale del Giglio 2009 Petit Manseng (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casale-giglio-2009-other-white-petit-manseng-lazio/,Petit Manseng,2009,Casale del Giglio 13,Red,Italy,"Casale del Giglio is making a very good reputation for itself thanks in part to this hearty Shiraz. The wine delivers typical aromas of crushed white pepper, blackberry and clove and it offers roasted espresso bean and chocolate covered cherry on the close.",,22,87,Central Italy,Lazio,,Casale del Giglio 2008 Shiraz (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casale-giglio-2008-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-lazio/,Shiraz,2008,Casale del Giglio 12,White,Germany,"To judge by its nose, this medium-bodied Riesling is quiet and introverted. And the flavors are also relatively neutral, with a slight earthiness and savory character defining its profile. Has the same lingering beefy-brininess on the finish as the other Liebfruenstift wines, just not as intense.",Wormser Trocken,42,87,Rheinhessen,,,Weingut Liebfrauenstift 2009 Wormser Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-liebfrauenstift-2009-wormser-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Weingut Liebfrauenstift 13,White,Italy,"Here's a lovely white wine from Central Italy that you should definitely try. Naturally creamy and rich, this luminous white delivers aromas of stone fruit, melon and yellow rose.",Villa Prandone Cavaceppo,14,87,Central Italy,Marche,,Il Conte 2008 Villa Prandone Cavaceppo Passerina (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-conte-2008-villa-prandone-cavaceppo-italian-white-passerina-marche/,Passerina,2008,Il Conte 14.5,Red,Italy,"Gulfi regularly produces ripe, extracted wines that show a modern, intense side to Sicilian winemaking. This meaty Nero d'Avola offers thick aromas of exotic spice, black pepper and jammy blackberry. This big style will not appeal to everyone.",Nerosanlorè,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Gulfi 2006 Nerosanlorè Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gulfi-2006-nerosanlore-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2006,Gulfi 14.5,Red,US,"This is a very nice Cabernet for drinking now. It offers plenty of delicious chocolate, cherry and cinnamon spice flavors, and is creamy and smooth in tannins.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Educated Guess 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/educated-guess-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Educated Guess 13.5,Red,Italy,"From the estate's oldest vines this offers lively berry nuances backed by measured spice, leather and smoke. There's a good quality of berry fruit here and although the wine is simple and straightforward, it would match a long list of pasta and easy meat dishes.",Stemmari,9,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2007 Stemmari Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2007-stemmari-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Feudo Arancio 14.5,White,Italy,"From the almost-extinct Pallagrello grape, this luminous white wine really holds its own in terms of personality and uniqueness. There are pretty mineral tones here but thanks to the wine's age (from the 2006 vintage), you'll also get more complex notes of butterscotch, caramel and apricot. You can feel the high alcohol on the close.",Acquavigna,19,87,Southern Italy,Terre del Volturno,,Fattoria Selvanova 2006 Acquavigna Pallagrello (Terre del Volturno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-selvanova-2006-acquavigna-italian-white-pallagrello-terre-volturno/,Pallagrello,2006,Fattoria Selvanova 13,White,Italy,"Bright citrus notes open the nose of this golden Lugana and are followed by aromas of almond paste, pineapple and crushed mineral. You could pair this wine with shellfish or crustaceans thanks to the natural thickness and smoothness of its texture.",Argillaia,24,87,Lombardy,Lugana,,Fabiano 2006 Argillaia (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-2006-argillaia-lugana-97616/,Trebbiano,2006,Fabiano 15.5,Red,US,"Superfruity and jammy, with massive raspberry, cherry, blackberry and dark chocolate flavors, accented with black pepper. The texture is soft and voluptuous. This Syrah is a bit direct now, with its primary fruit and oak overlay, and it's a little hot, with an official alcohol reading of 15.5%.",Cuvée Charlotte,52,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Harrison Clarke 2007 Cuvée Charlotte Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harrison-clarke-2007-cuvee-charlotte-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Harrison Clarke 13.5,Red,France,"Intense aromas of cassis, black plum, licorice and espresso grinds fill the bouquet of this 65% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon blend. Firm and tight in the mouth with prominent tannins and assertive dark fruit flavors. A touch of soft spice unfolds on the end.",Trah Lah Lah,13,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays Cité de Carcassonne,,O'Vineyards 2007 Trah Lah Lah Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays Cité de Carcassonne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ovineyards-2007-trah-lah-lah-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-cite-carcassonne/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,O'Vineyards 14.5,Red,South Africa,"A terrific value red blend of 32% Shiraz, 32% Pinotage, 18% Merlot and 18% Cab Sauv, loaded with fleshy fruit flavors of black plum, cherry and berry laced with hints of coffee grinds and earthy spice. The fine tannins and overall soft structure make this an easy drinker perfect for company.",Blueish Black,11,87,Stellenbosch,,,Post House 2008 Blueish Black Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/post-house-2008-blueish-black-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2008,Post House 14.5,Red,US,"Dark in color, soft in structure and rather heavy, this is a good Pinot Noir that doesn't quite rise beyond a drink-me-now polish. It has jammy flavors of cherries, blackberries and mocha. Drink now.",,50,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Regale Winery and Vineyards 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/regale-winery-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Regale Winery and Vineyards 12,White,Austria,"A wine that is pure, quaffable pleasure. There is no complexity, just clean, soft pear and pepper flavored fruit. The acidity is finely integrated into this ripe, mouthwatering wine.",Austrian Pepper,15,87,Niederösterreich,,,R&A Pfaffl 2009 Austrian Pepper Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2009-austrian-pepper-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,R&A Pfaffl 13,Red,France,"Raspberry, rosemary and lavender coupled with soft wild barnyard notes make this Corbières stand apart from its peers as a more traditional offering from the region. The texture is smooth with soft tannins and strong acidity, with red cherry skin flavors staying through the close.",Premier Pas,15,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Domaine des 2 Ânes 2008 Premier Pas Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-2-anes-2008-premier-pas-red-corbieres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaine des 2 Ânes 13,Red,France,"Juicy, with flavors dominated by black currant acidity, edging on austere. The tannins are major here, very dry, adding to the severity. It needs some time, but it will always be cool and stalky.",La Perdrix,20,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Clos Troteligotte 2007 La Perdrix Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-troteligotte-2007-perdrix-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Clos Troteligotte 14.5,Red,Italy,"This bright, well-priced Syrah shows typical aromas of bright cherry, blueberry, smoked meat and peppercorn. The mouthfeel is equally attractive with plush ripeness and a soft, supple texture.",,10,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2008 Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2008,Cusumano 13.5,White,Italy,"This creamy and well-textured blend of Insolia and Chardonnay offers immediate aromas of melon, stone fruit and a touch of citrus. The wine would pair with shellfish or white meat.",Angimbé,14,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2008 Angimbé White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2008-angimbe-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,Cusumano 13,Red,Italy,"Packaged in a handsome bottle with an embossed viper on the front, this blend of Merlot, Sangiovese (with a small percentage of Montepulciano for extra power and intensity) offers easy sensations of ripe fruit and exotic spice. The low price makes it even more attractive.",Vipra Rossa,13,87,Central Italy,Umbria,,Bigi 2009 Vipra Rossa Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bigi-2009-vipra-rossa-red-umbria/,Red Blend,2009,Bigi 13,White,Italy,"Sereole Soave boasts the intensity and pristine qualities of a very well-made wine. Its appearance is crisp and crystalline and the aromas of citrus, peach and dried sage are vivid.",Sereole,15,87,Veneto,Soave,,Bertani 2009 Sereole (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2009-sereole-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2009,Bertani 14,Red,South Africa,"Nice licorice and black currant scents fill the bouquet, with a touch of mentholy bramble adding some flair. The palate is bright and fruit forward, the dominating dark fruit flavors lifted by peppery spice. Medium weight with soft tannins and a solid finish.",,17,87,Stellenbosch,,,Beau Joubert 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beau-joubert-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Beau Joubert ,Red,US,"Fragrant and soft, this wine carries a gentle floral fragrance—crushed roses—into a midpalate of bright raspberry and cherry. It turns a little leathery in the mouth, astringent but with the cherry flavors persisting, suggesting that further bottle age will soften it and add more textural complexity.",Guadalupe Vineyard,40,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Soléna 2008 Guadalupe Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solena-2008-guadalupe-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Pinot Noir,2008,Soléna 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Starts out earthy and gaseous but the bouquet settles on round, full blackberry aromas. Lush, grabby and full in the mouth, with bold blackberry flavors that are clean, forward, uncomplicated and even a bit elegant. Tastes good and comes across smooth and polished for Bonarda.",La Puerta Alta,15,87,Other,Famatina Valley,,Valle de la Puerta 2009 La Puerta Alta Bonarda (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-puerta-2009-alta-other-red-bonarda-famatina-valley/,Bonarda,2009,Valle de la Puerta 14,Red,Argentina,"Bold and pruney, with herbal, soft, ultraripe aromas in front of a jumpy yet partially stewed palate. This blend of Malbec with Bonarda and Syrah is your typical huge, tannic bruiser with big extract, huge tannins and just enough acidity to keep it pumping. Pretty good and perfectly drinkable, but a little over the edge.",La Puerta Gran Reserva,40,87,Other,Famatina Valley,,Valle de la Puerta 2007 La Puerta Gran Reserva Red (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-puerta-2007-gran-reserva-red-famatina-valley/,Red Blend,2007,Valle de la Puerta 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Given the difficulties of 2008, this is a commendable, drinkable wine. The nose is full and dark, with ripe berry aromas. That leads to a tannic, semisharp palate with spunky blackberry fruit that comes with spice and chocolate shadings. Flavorful and correct, but a little tight and tough.",Old Vine,11,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terra Rosa 2008 Old Vine Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-rosa-2008-old-vine-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Terra Rosa 13,Rose,Italy,"The Salento, or the tip of the “heel” of the boot of Italy, is an excellent area for rosé. Arguably it is the best. This expression made from native Negroamaro grapes offers a bright ruby color and sweet aromas of raspberry, almond and wild cherry.",Saturnino Rosato,,87,Southern Italy,Salento,,Tenute Rubino 2009 Saturnino Rosato Rosé (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-rubino-2009-saturnino-rosato-rose-salento/,Rosé,2009,Tenute Rubino 13.5,White,Italy,"This light and refreshing blend of Catarratto (a Sicilian native grape) and Chardonnay represents the best of warm-climate white winemaking. The aromas are pure and simple, focused on wild flowers, dried herbs and citrus. In the mouth, that Chardonnay creaminess really kicks in.",Casalj,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta Rapitalà 2008 Casalj White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-rapitala-2008-casalj-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,Tenuta Rapitalà 13.5,White,Italy,"Made with Garganega grapes, this is a more saturated expression of Soave Classico with a deeper golden color and bright aromas of melon, peach, apricot and dried herbs. The wine shows very good richness and consistency on the finish.",Le Rive,,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Suavia 2006 Le Rive (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/suavia-2006-le-rive-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2006,Suavia 13.5,Red,US,"A pretty, polished Merlot, medium bodied and dry, for drinking now. Shows cherry, blackberry and currant flavors, with a kiss of smoky oak, and feels smooth through the finish.",,17,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2007 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2007-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2007,Sebastiani 13.5,Red,France,"Medium-intense aromas of black cherry and berry appear first, followed by lovely accents of orange blossom florals and sweet licorice spice. A touch of leather unfolds on the finish. Medium weight and balanced with approachable tannins and an easy-drinking structure.",,17,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Mas des Mas 2008 Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-mas-2008-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Mas des Mas 15.2,Red,US,"A good everyday Syrah. It doesn't show the richness of the single-vineyard bottlings, but it's nice and dry, with berry, cherry, grilled meat, pepper and oak flavors.",,27,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2009 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2009,Jaffurs 14.5,Red,Italy,"Nullius is a modern expression of Sangiovese with oak-driven aromas of vanilla, cinnamon, exotic spice and mesquite. There is cherry and ripe blackberry fruit here, but the wine is mostly focused on spice nuances.",Nullius,,87,Central Italy,Marche,,La Canosa 2007 Nullius Sangiovese (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canosa-2007-nullius-sangiovese-marche/,Sangiovese,2007,La Canosa 12,White,Greece,"Soft aromas of vanilla, melon and peach give this wine a pretty, subdued air. Appealing to fans of lighter whites, the wine still has a floral, filled out character that will pair well with spicy ethnic cuisine and sweeter fish dishes.",,12,87,Patras,,,Kouros 2008 Roditis (Patras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kouros-2008-greek-white-roditis-patras/,Roditis,2008,Kouros ,White,US,"Stainless-steel fermentation yields a tangy, ripe, tart, tongue-tickling Gewurztraminer with exceptional minerality. The echoing varietal flavors of flower and rosewater add interest to the finish. Still a bit yeasty, but should improve with a little more bottle age.",Temperance Hill Vineyard,19,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lumos 2009 Temperance Hill Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lumos-2009-temperance-hill-vineyard-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Lumos 14,Red,Argentina,"By all accounts, 2008 was a tough vintage with cool weather, stunting frosts and ripeness issues. This wine seems afflicted: its opening is good, with coconut and floral shadings. But the palate is limited in richness and the flavors are standard, with char and barrel notes creating bitterness. Nice and honest for a subpar year.",,30,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mendel 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendel-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Mendel 12,White,Italy,"There's a grassy, herbal characteristic here that rides on the heels of peach, citrus and white mineral. Le Volpare is a steady, food-friendly wine that offers excellent pairing attributes for rice salad, chicken, Thai food and grilled vegetables.",Le Volpare,14,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Tommasi 2009 Le Volpare (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2009-le-volpare-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Tommasi 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and candied on the nose, with marshmallow, cotton candy, chocolate-dipped cherry and dustiness. The palate has a pure feel and good ripeness, with flavors of herbal berry, toast, coffee and spice. Warm, chocolaty and oaky, with a lasting mocha flavor.",,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tomero 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tomero-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Tomero 14,Red,Argentina,"Initially it smells flat and earthy, with raisiny black fruit aromas. As it airs out it improves, but throughout its run it comes across heavy and wayward, with raisiny flavors and a simple dullness that prevents the wine from rising to the next level. Good Malbec but not a value at $45.",Afincado Las Compuertas Single Vineyard,45,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2007 Afincado Las Compuertas Single Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2007-afincado-las-compuertas-single-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Terrazas de Los Andes 13,White,Italy,"You'll enjoy this crisp Soave tremendously thanks to its crystalline aromas of citrus, peach and pear and its fresh, cleansing mouthfeel. This is one of those quintessential Italian whites that will pair with informal Mediterranean cuisine.",Monte Ceriani,11,87,Veneto,Soave,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2008 Monte Ceriani (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2008-monte-ceriani-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2008,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 13,Red,Italy,"From the Castelli Romani district just outside the confines of Rome, comes this dark and inky blend of Montepulciano, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with potent aromas of spice, dark fruit, blackberry and leather. There's a hint of red apple as well and the aromatic delivery is sharp and immediate.",Regillo,14,87,Central Italy,Castelli Romani,,Tenuta di Pietra Porzia 2007 Regillo (Castelli Romani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-pietra-porzia-2007-regillo-red-castelli-romani/,Red Blend,2007,Tenuta di Pietra Porzia 13.8,White,US,"Good, strong citrus fruit, wildflower and honey flavors in this wine, and powerful acidity too, like a squirt of lime juice. Some barrel influence shows up in creamy vanilla. Would be nice now as a cocktail sipper.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Santa Barbara Winery 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Santa Barbara Winery 13.2,White,US,"Delicious flavors of lemons, limes, tangerines and honey in this wine, with notes of flowers and steel. It's also very acidic and off dry. A simple Riesling, but a clean and attractive one.",Lafond Vineyard,15,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Santa Barbara Winery 2009 Lafond Vineyard Riesling (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2009-lafond-vineyard-riesling-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Riesling,2009,Santa Barbara Winery 13.5,White,Italy,A more evolved and sophisticated expression of Soave with creamy aromas of ripe melon and peach backed by mineral tones and toasted almond. Pair this wine with asparagus risotto with parmigiano cream.,Campogrande,23,87,Veneto,Soave Superiore,,Sandro de Bruno 2007 Campogrande (Soave Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandro-bruno-2007-campogrande-italian-white-garganega-soave-superiore/,Garganega,2007,Sandro de Bruno 13.5,Red,US,"This is soft, full-bodied and richly tannic, with blackberry jam, beef jerky and spice flavors. A little sweet and direct, but a nice wine to drink with steak, chops, grilled chicken, even Mexican food.",,18,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mahoney 2007 Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahoney-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2007,Mahoney 12,White,Italy,"This is a delightful blend of Trebbiano and Grechetto that offers a crisp, clean and refreshing experience overall. Aromas of citrus, kiwi and stone fruit would pair with light summery foods and salads.",Torre di Giano,15,87,Central Italy,Torgiano,,Lungarotti 2009 Torre di Giano White (Torgiano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lungarotti-2009-torre-giano-white-torgiano/,White Blend,2009,Lungarotti 11,White,Germany,"Mid-gold in color. Earthy, heady, herbal nose with notes of tangy lime marmalade. Sweet, with a creamy, smooth texture. Tangy citrus flavors follow through with hints of resinous herbs. Pleasant and easy-drinking but with only moderate length and an earthy finish",,10,87,Pfalz,,,Sun Garden 2007 Gewürztraminer (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sun-garden-2007-gewurztraminer-pfalz/,Gewürztraminer,2007,Sun Garden 15.3,Red,US,"Lots of people will like this wine, but it is a little hot in high alcohol and excessively soft. The jammy blackberry and cherry have a baked, raisiny edge. Definitely made in a warm, ripe California style. Drink now.",Hilltops,48,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2008 Hilltops Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2008-hilltops-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Stolpman ,Red,US,"Lots of acidity in this dry Rhône blend—maybe too much. It has the cut of a raw lemon. But the cherry, raspberry and cola flavors are very rich.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Standing Sun 2008 Syrah-Grenache (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-sun-2008-rhone-style-red-blend-syrah-grenache-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah-Grenache,2008,Standing Sun 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Foliage and black pepper adds complexity to the strong raspberry, red plum and strawberry characteristics of this wine. It's straightforward but enjoyable with gentle tannins and a smoky, bacon-nuanced finish. Drink now.",Vintage Selection Shiraz-Mourvèdre-Viognier,18,87,Coastal Region,,,Spier 2006 Vintage Selection Shiraz-Mourvèdre-Viognier Red (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spier-2006-vintage-selection-shiraz-mourvedre-viognier-red-coastal-region/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2006,Spier 13.5,White,Italy,A sophisticated Soave Classico with aromas of almond and honey that appear on the heels of stone fruit and Golden Delicious apple. You'll like the consistency and freshness of this wine and its cleansing mineral tones.,Monte Grande,25,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Prà 2008 Monte Grande (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pra-2008-monte-grande-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Prà 14,Red,Argentina,"Smoky, dark, rich and very oaky, with leather and cheese aromas. This is one concentrated, tannic bruiser; it's fully extracted and roasted, with blackberry, molasses, pepper and coffee flavors. A lush, round, jammy specimen that pours on richness in place of elegance and sophistication.",,20,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Siesta 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siesta-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Siesta 14,Red,Italy,"Owned by the Mazzei brothers from Chianti Classico in Tuscany, this Sicilian venture offers elegant interpretations of warm climate winemaking. This luscious red wine shows ripe fruit characteristics and loads of spice and tobacco.",,25,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Zisola 2008 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zisola-2008-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2008,Zisola ,Red,US,"This is a sound, pleasurable Zin to drink now. It's dry and spicy, with flavors of fresh, briary blackberries and cherries, and a long aftertaste.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2008 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Valley of the Moon ,Red,US,"Tight and unyielding, with a dominating Band-Aid streak that does not disappear even after many hours of breathing time. There is some Walla Walla Syrah berry and loam character evident, and the vineyards are first rate (Seven Hills and Pepper Bridge), but the reductive, plastic flavor masks much of the fruit.",,32,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Nuthatch Cellars 2007 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nuthatch-cellars-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Syrah,2007,Nuthatch Cellars 14,Red,South Africa,"With the Owl Post being a reference to their preferred method of pest management, this is a welcome new release from Neethlingshof. Notes of purple flowers, black cherry, fudgy brownie and soft lanolin appear in the bouquet and medium-weight mouth. Balanced acidity and soft tannins linger through to the solid finish. Drink now.",The Short Story Collection - The Owl Post,25,87,Stellenbosch,,,Neethlingshof 2008 The Short Story Collection - The Owl Post Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neethlingshof-2008-short-story-collection-owl-post-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2008,Neethlingshof 13.8,White,US,"Drink this with very rich foods, such as shellfish in a buttery cream sauce. It's a big, oaky, caramelly wine, with ripe pineapples beneath the oak. A little soft, but smooth and silky. An elegant Chardonnay for drinking now.",SRH,22,87,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lafond 2008 SRH Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2008-srh-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2008,Lafond 12.5,White,Italy,"The Pecorino grape is one of the hottest native varieties to emerge from Italy. Quality minded producer La Valentina presents a beautiful, structured expression with intense aromas of melon, apricot, butterscotch and yellow candy.",,15,87,Central Italy,Colline Pescaresi,,La Valentina 2008 Pecorino (Colline Pescaresi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentina-2008-italian-white-pecorino-colline-pescaresi/,Pecorino,2008,La Valentina 12.5,White,Greece,"Racy, fresh but still fruity enough to please a mainstream palate, this Greek white is elegant and easy drinking. Citrus and a touch of sea salt give it an island feel. Pair with grilled octopus, olives.",,19,87,Santorini,,,Koutsoyiannopoulos 2009 Assyrtico (Santorini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koutsoyiannopoulos-2009-greek-white-assyrtico-santorini/,Assyrtico,2009,Koutsoyiannopoulos 12.5,White,Germany,"A bit lighter in body and fruitier in style than the very similar 2009 Kirchenschlüssel, this dry Riesling displays crisp apple and citrus flavors alongside deeper, earthier, more savory notes.",Wormser Liebfrauenstift-Kirchenstück Trocken,62,87,Rheinhessen,,,Weingut Liebfrauenstift 2009 Wormser Liebfrauenstift-Kirchenstück Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-liebfrauenstift-2009-wormser-kirchenstuck-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Weingut Liebfrauenstift 13.5,Red,US,"Great price for a Cabernet this nice. It's dry, smooth and classic in blackberry and currant flavors, with a deft touch of smoky oak. Just a bit too acidic; a rich steak will help.",,12,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Liberty School 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liberty-school-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Liberty School 13.5,White,South Africa,"There's a very cool minerality on the nose of this wine, followed by notes of green fruit, white currant and fresh hay on the nose and mouth. Medium weight in the mouth with bracing acidity and a clean, lingering finish.",Pincushion Vineyard,25,87,Cape Agulhas,,,Lomond 2009 Pincushion Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Cape Agulhas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lomond-2009-pincushion-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-cape-agulhas/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Lomond 15.1,Red,US,"A bit hot in high alcohol, with a chili pepper bite behind the enormously ripe raspberry and cherry jam, chocolate, beef jerky and pepper spice flavors. Drink now.",Mustang Springs,36,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2008 Mustang Springs Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2008-mustang-springs-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Peachy Canyon 14.2,White,US,"A little obvious in its appeal to our liking for oak and ripe fruit. Who can criticize the pineapples, citrons, tangerines and green apples, with their overlay of caramel and buttered toast? Rich as it is, you find yourself wishing it were more subtle and nuanced. Drink now.",Dutton Ranch,39,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Patz & Hall 2008 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2008-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Patz & Hall 12.5,White,Italy,"This crystalline Custoza boasts a very well-balanced array of citrus, peach and drying mineral notes that hit the nose in a unified, harmonious manner. This wine performs particularly well in the mouth thanks to the natural creaminess and refreshing crispness.",Monte Fiera,,87,Veneto,Custoza,,Montresor 2009 Monte Fiera (Custoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-2009-monte-fiera-white-custoza/,White Blend,2009,Montresor 12.5,White,Italy,"This elegantly packaged Insolia has a pretty, luminous appearance and pristine notes of stone fruit, citrus and mineral. This is your quintessential seafood wine: grilled sea bass, poached salmon or steamed mussels would all taste great in this wine's company.",Colomba Platino,13,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2008 Colomba Platino Insolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2008-colomba-platino-italian-white-insolia-sicilia/,Insolia,2008,Duca di Salaparuta 8,Dessert,Germany,"A blend of Weissburgunder and Sylvaner, this accessibly priced Icewine features aromas of honey, caramel and citrus, with flavors of honey, tea and citrus that are sweet and enjoyable without being profound. Overall, it's soft and sweet; fine as an affordable by-the-glass offering.",Icewine 375 ml,28,87,Rheinhessen,,,Dr. Zenzen 2007 Icewine 375 ml White (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-zenzen-2007-icewine-375-ml-white-rheinhessen/,White Blend,2007,Dr. Zenzen 14.5,Red,Argentina,"This wine requires breathing time to show its true colors. Early on it's reduced and cheesy, but soon it offers cleaner aromas of cola, berry and dark plum. The acidity is a bit high and sheering, but on the plus side it's fresh and driving, with bright cherry and berry flavors along with ample oak.",Grand Reserve,20,87,Other,San Juan,,Graffigna 2007 Grand Reserve Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-2007-grand-reserve-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2007,Graffigna 18,Port/Sherry,Italy,"Florio's Dry Marsala shows etched aromas of carmel, maple syrup, candied chestnut, butterscotch and dried prune. This historic fortified wine opens with a saturated almond color and offers an opulent, textured feel in the mouth.",Fine Dry,13,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Marsala,,Florio NV Fine Dry (Marsala),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/florio-nv-fine-dry-white-marsala/,White Blend,,Florio 13.5,Red,Greece,"Sweet cedar, black fruit and vanilla aromas are followed by appealing flavors of cocoa powder, forest fruits and plum on the palate. Though not overly complex, the wine has character and a rich, lingering finish.",Red Rock,28,87,Peloponnese,,,Estate Raptis 2004 Red Rock Red (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-raptis-2004-red-rock-peloponnese/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2004,Estate Raptis 13.5,Red,France,"An attractive, fruity wine with smoky flavors and dry tannins. The emphasis is on the balance between all these elements, producing a wine that cuts the fruit with acidity, while leaving dry tannins to finish.",Malbec Ancestral,,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Armandière 2004 Malbec Ancestral Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-armandiere-2004-malbec-ancestral-cahors/,Malbec,2004,Château Armandière 12.5,White,Greece,"Bright citrus fruit and slate comes through on the nose of this fresh Sauvignon Blanc. Elegant, minerally and spun with sea salt, it's lemon and orange character is fun and easy drinking. Pair with clams, oysters, grilled fish.",Amethystos,22,87,Drama,,,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 2009 Amethystos Sauvignon Blanc (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-costa-lazaridi-2009-amethystos-sauvignon-blanc-drama/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Domaine Costa Lazaridi 12.5,Red,France,"Here is a bold, fruity wine with soft tannins and big black cherry flavors. Pure juicy Malbec gives a balance of fruit cake and fresh berry acidity. Drink now.",Albatros,12,87,Southwest France,Vin de Pays du Lot,,Château de Cénac 2009 Albatros Malbec (Vin de Pays du Lot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cenac-2009-albatros-malbec-vin-pays-lot/,Malbec,2009,Château de Cénac 13,White,Italy,"A sweet-smelling Soave with simple aromas of peach, pear and honey presented in a very direct and immediate manner. It's thick and compact on the finish with loads of pineapple-like flavors.",Cà Visco,18,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Coffele 2009 Cà Visco (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coffele-2009-ca-visco-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Coffele 14,Red,Italy,"Here is a very distinctive expression of Merlot with ripe aromas of black cherry and prune, backed by leather, tobacco, moist earth and smoked ham or cured meat. The wine delivers power and determination on the finish with soft, smooth tannins and a vibrant cherry aftertaste.",Riserva,,87,Veneto,Arcole,,Desmonta 2006 Riserva Merlot (Arcole),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/desmonta-2006-riserva-merlot-arcole/,Merlot,2006,Desmonta 14.5,Red,South Africa,"Forward and easy to drink with notes of cherry, cassis, purple florals and a touch of fresh coffee grinds in the bouquet. The mouthfeel is plump and rich with flavors of currant and licorice staying through the finish. Drink now.",Oro,20,87,Paarl,,,Black Pearl 2007 Oro Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-pearl-2007-oro-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-paarl/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Black Pearl 14.7,Red,US,"This is a good Pinot Noir for drinking now. It has uncomplicated flavors of cherries, red plums and spices, and is dry and silky in the mouth. Acidity is high, giving it a tart bite throughout.",,36,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Athair 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/athair-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Athair 14.6,Red,US,"A good, dry mountain Pinot. It's a little tough, with some uneven tannins and a bite of acidity, but rich in cherry, raspberry, cola and sandalwood flavors. Might improve a little after 2 or 3 years in the bottle.",Woodruff Family Vineyard,48,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Big Basin 2008 Woodruff Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-basin-2008-woodruff-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Big Basin 14.3,Red,US,"Tons of blackberry, black cherry and cassis flavors in this dry, tannic wine. It's somewhat direct now, like fruit jam tarted up with citrusy acidity. Could age well, but it's a close call to predict.",Kimberly,70,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bella Victorian Vineyard 2007 Kimberly Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-victorian-vineyard-2007-kimberly-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Bella Victorian Vineyard 14.1,Red,US,"This is a dry, acidic, tannic and earthy Syrah. It has impressively deep flavors of black and red cherries, bacon and sandalwood, and gets better as it breathes in the glass. Not an ager, but give it a few hours in a nice decanter.",,36,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Boekenoogen 2008 Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boekenoogen-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2008,Boekenoogen 13,Red,Italy,"A ripe and jammy expression of Merlot form central Italy with aromas of black cherry, exotic spice, green peppercorn, leather and moist pipe tobacco. The wine is soft, smooth and extremely velvety on the close.",,20,87,Central Italy,Lazio,,Casale del Giglio 2008 Merlot (Lazio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casale-giglio-2008-merlot-lazio/,Merlot,2008,Casale del Giglio 14,White,Italy,"Timpune is a full-bodied expression of Grillo with mature notes of peach, apricot, melon and honey. There's a nicely fragrant note at the back and the wine would pair with cold pasta salad with cubed mozzarella and cherry tomatoes.",Timpune,20,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Caruso & Minini 2008 Timpune Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caruso-minini-2008-timpune-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2008,Caruso & Minini 13.5,White,US,"Made in a sweet, candied style, with flavors of pineapples, mangoes, roasted almond granola and vanilla. Could almost serve as a dessert wine. Drink now.",Coquille Blanc,30,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Carol Shelton 2008 Coquille Blanc White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carol-shelton-2008-coquille-blanc-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style White Blend,2008,Carol Shelton 13.2,White,US,"A beautifully rich and complex wine showing the orange flavors of the variety, and the crisp acidity of its cool-climate origin. Feels authoritative and clean in the mouth, almost the perfect cocktail sipper. But it will also be great with salty foods, like ham, chorizo, sausages.",Estate,19,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2009 Estate Muscat Blanc (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2009-estate-muscat-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Muscat Blanc,2009,Navarro 14.2,Red,US,"This is a big, extracted wine, but it shows enough sophistication to warrant a place on a fine table. With ripe cherry, raspberry, red licorice and beef jerky flavors, it has good acidity for balance, and the finish is dry and spicy.",,30,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Expression 39 2007 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/expression-39-2007-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Expression 39 14.1,White,US,"An unoaked marriage of Sémillon (55%) and Sauvignon Blanc (45%) from Steven Kent Winery's new estate vineyard, this light golden-colored wine has flowery aromas that give way to a lush minerality of slate and stone, with good texture, lemony lightness and balance though not as lush a finish as of yet. Age another 1–3 years.",Lola Ghielmetti Vineyard,20,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2009 Lola Ghielmetti Vineyard Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2009-lola-ghielmetti-vineyard-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Steven Kent 14.5,Red,Italy,"A distinctive expression of Nero d'Avola with ripe fruit flavors, blackberry preserves, tobacco, spice and leather. There's also a note of dill or wild fennel that speaks highly of the beautiful Mediterranean island. The wine is think, dense and very powerful on the close.",Nero di Serramarrocco,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tenuta di Serramarrocco 2006 Nero di Serramarrocco Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-serramarrocco-2006-nero-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2006,Tenuta di Serramarrocco 9,White,Germany,"The appealing nose of lemony-lime aromas features a hint of honey. This medium-sweet wine with a gripping crispness is fairly light-bodied and slightly loose-knit, but refreshing, with moderately intense flavors of citrus cocktail. A nice earthy kick chimes in on the finish.",Kabinett,14,88,Rheinhessen,,,Louis Guntrum 2007 Kabinett Scheurebe (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-guntrum-2007-kabinett-other-white-scheurebe-rheinhessen/,Scheurebe,2007,Louis Guntrum 13.7,Red,US,"This dry, fairly acidic wine has a full-bodied texture and strong flavors of wild berries and cherries, tobacco, dark chocolate and spices. It's an interesting, complex wine to try as a switch from Merlot or even a spicy Zinfandel.",Las Brisas Vineyard,24,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mahoney 2007 Las Brisas Vineyard Montepulciano (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mahoney-2007-las-brisas-vineyard-italian-red-montepulciano-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Montepulciano,2007,Mahoney ,White,France,"Full, ripe and creamy, an unctuous Chardonnay from one of the largest private estates in France. The wine features melon, a line of citrus and pure, bright acidity. Screwcap.",,,88,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Tariquet 2009 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-tariquet-2009-chardonnay-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Chardonnay,2009,Domaine du Tariquet 12,White,France,"Ripe and creamy, with tropical fruits that vie with gooseberry flavors, resulting in maximum freshness. There is an intriguing, herbal element, with thyme and basil adding to the delicious mix.",Initiales,13,88,Southwest France,Gaillac,,Domaine Rotier 2009 Initiales White (Gaillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-rotier-2009-initiales-white-gaillac/,White Blend,2009,Domaine Rotier 12.5,Red,Greece,"Cinnamon, spice, leather and forest fruit leads the nose of this balanced, elegant red. Tobacco and spice are wound together with a clean minerality and crisp acid. Versatile and friendly.",Mythic River,12,88,Nemea,,,Estate Constantin Gofas 2008 Mythic River Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estate-constantin-gofas-2008-mythic-river-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2008,Estate Constantin Gofas 12.5,Rose,France,"An attractively ripe and dry rosé, balancing crisp orange zest with raspberry and a delicious streak of acidity. There is a touch of bitter lemon for a final lift.",L'Instant,,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Barbanau 2009 L'Instant Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-barbanau-2009-linstant-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château Barbanau 13,Red,France,"This wine is driven by its ripe fruit, black currant and red cherry flavors. Fruit tannins give weight.",Tradition,,88,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château la Caminade 2007 Tradition Malbec-Merlot (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-caminade-2007-tradition-bordeaux-style-red-blend-malbec-merlot-cahors/,Malbec-Merlot,2007,Château la Caminade 12.5,Rose,France,"Rounded and soft, this is a classic dry Provence rosé in a classic skittle bottle. An edge of caramel fills out the red berry and redcurrant fruits and lively, crisp acidity.",Sables d'Azur,,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Gassier 2009 Sables d'Azur Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gassier-2009-sables-dazur-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Château Gassier 14,White,France,"Powerfully rich, creamy wine that has considerable yellow fruit flavors to broaden the pear juice. The wine is ripe, full, while the acidity is just an afterthought.",Le Classique,15,88,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Tour des Gendres 2009 Le Classique White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2009-le-classique-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Tour des Gendres 13.5,Red,France,"Rich and juicy, this warm wine benefits from the fine 2009 vintage. It has delicious black cherry, sweet tannins and acidity and a generous mouth feel. Not for aging but certainly delicious.",Le Classique,15,88,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Château Tour des Gendres 2009 Le Classique Red (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-gendres-2009-le-classique-red-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2009,Château Tour des Gendres ,Red,US,"A funky undertone, similar to the Nicholas Estate bottling, weaves through the wine, along with a mix of cranberry, raspberry and sour cherry fruit. Despite the 14% alcohol, this wine seems light, delicate, the flavors pleasing but pale, and the finish a gentle fade.",Nicholas Estate Reserve,40,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Anam Cara 2008 Nicholas Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anam-cara-2008-nicholas-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Anam Cara 14.1,Red,US,"Very dry and pretty tannic, this cool-climate Syrah combines its blackberry and cherry fruit with less ripe notes of herbs and even a touch of asparagus. Intense umami flavors of salty, smoky bacon give it richness. Drink now.",La Cruz Vineyard,40,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Keller Estate 2007 La Cruz Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keller-estate-2007-cruz-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2007,Keller Estate 12.5,White,Austria,"Typical pepper and spice flavors mark this wine as a classic, fresh, ready-to-drink Grüner. It's all about bright acidity and hints of minerality.",,13,88,Niederösterreich,,,Graf Hardegg 2009 Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-hardegg-2009-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Graf Hardegg 12,Sparkling,Austria,"A blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay with some years of bottle aging has produced a sophisticated wine, pushing acidity and citrus flavors and a dancing sparkling character. Aromatic and very crisp.",Extra Brut Burgundersekt,23,88,Österreichischer Sekt,,,Graf Hardegg 2004 Extra Brut Burgundersekt (Österreichischer Sekt),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-hardegg-2004-extra-brut-burgundersekt-sparkling-osterreichischer-sekt/,Champagne Blend,2004,Graf Hardegg 14.5,Red,France,"This 95% Syrah wine (with 5% Grenache) is thick and hearty with a strong black fruit core augmented by nuances of flinty minerality, dark chocolate, tobacco and leather. Chewy and firm in the mouth with assertive tannins that linger through the finish. It could use some time to integrate and mellow; try after 2012.",Apogée,25,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Saint-Chinian,,Les Vignobles Foncalieu 2008 Apogée Syrah (Saint-Chinian),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-foncalieu-2008-apogee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-chinian/,Syrah,2008,Les Vignobles Foncalieu 13,White,Italy,"Partly aged in oak, this bright Soave Classico delivers aromas of peach, apricot, yellow fruit and a touch of almond paste. Pair with scallops or grilled shrimp. The natural acidity will keep your palate refreshed.",Battistelle,26,88,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Le Battistelle 2007 Battistelle (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-battistelle-2007-battistelle-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2007,Le Battistelle ,Red,US,"The aromas indicate a mix of ripe and less ripe fruit—some fig and date scents, some herb and bark scents. In the mouth it comes together, with those flavors sharply delineated by stiff acids. A gentle wash of chocolate sparks the finish.",,19,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Southern Oregon,Abacela 2008 Syrah (Southern Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern/,Syrah,2008,Abacela 13.6,Red,US,"This northern vineyard location delivers more herb and pine needle character than warm fruits, but you'll find elegantly defined cranberry and sour cherry mingling with leaf and cinnamon. It's not exactly delicate, but it is crafted for nuance more than power.",Tualatin Estate,45,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2008 Tualatin Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2008-tualatin-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Willamette Valley Vineyards 14,Red,Austria,"Very soft, open wine. It is rich, with an opulent texture, while its tannins are a whisper among the ripe red berry fruits and sweetness. The acidity brings the wine attractively to a close.",,52,88,Burgenland,,,Weninger 2007 Merlot (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weninger-2007-merlot-burgenland/,Merlot,2007,Weninger 13.5,Red,France,"Thick, attractive fruit flavors of black cherry, raspberry and blueberry welcome you in immediately, with supporting notes of bay leaf and minerality in the background. Creamy and rich but balanced in the mouth, with more tasty dark fruit transitioning through to the wood-spice infused finish.",Cuvée Classique,16,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Château Ollieux Romanis 2008 Cuvée Classique Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ollieux-romanis-2008-cuvee-classique-red-corbieres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Château Ollieux Romanis 15.2,Red,US,"Nice and ripely sweet in fresh blackberry, cherry and oak flavors, this Syrah is made for drinking now. It's dry and rich in tannins, with a soft, velvety mouthfeel. Shows interesting complications of smoked meats, pepper, cola and minerals.",Rattlesnake Rock Vineyard,54,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Big Basin 2007 Rattlesnake Rock Vineyard Syrah (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-basin-2007-rattlesnake-rock-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Syrah,2007,Big Basin 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's a delicate, mineral-like note to this Cabernet Sauvignon that gives the wine a neat, compact feel in the mouth. Aromas are well measured and elegant and you'll see that the wine is much more expressive on the finish where it exhibits bursting berry flavors.",Pollara,,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Principe di Corleone 2005 Pollara Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-corleone-2005-pollara-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2005,Principe di Corleone 13.8,Red,US,"Big, rich and heavy as usual, a full-bodied Pinot Noir with thick tannins and jammy cherry, berry, currant and oak flavors. Rather clumsy now, this heroic Pinot Noir might do interesting things over the years.",Double L,48,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2008 Double L Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2008-double-l-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Morgan 13.5,Red,France,"The nose is gorgeous; the black plum and cherry fruit mingle seamlessly with licorice root, crushed violet and cocoa nib aromas. The tannins are so firm and assertive it almost kills your palate, with the fruit squeezing out on the end only after the astringency subsides. It shows promise, but needs a little more time to come together and smooth out.",Les Américains,15,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Cabardes,,O'Vineyards 2006 Les Américains Red (Cabardes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ovineyards-2006-americains-red-cabardes/,Red Blend,2006,O'Vineyards 14.3,Red,US,"With rich, spicy raspberry, cherry, tangerine zest and sweet cola flavors, wrapped into a silky texture, this is a pretty, polished Pinot to drink now. Zesty acidity makes for a mouthwatering crispness. Good with ahi tuna tartare.",,32,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Arista 2008 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arista-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Arista 13,White,Italy,"A warm climate Viognier that shows fragrant aromas of wild flowers, honeysuckle, white violets and stone fruit. It shows a thick, fat feel in the mouth with loads of yellow fruit flavors on the close.",Ginolfo,26,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Baglio di Pianetto 2008 Ginolfo Viognier (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baglio-pianetto-2008-ginolfo-viognier-sicilia/,Viognier,2008,Baglio di Pianetto 14,Red,US,"The alcohol is nice and modest on this dry wine, and it has a pleasantly soft feeling as you sip it. Then there are the cherry and herb flavors that are complex and appealing. It's a lovely wine to drink now.",Wetzel Family Estate,21,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2007 Wetzel Family Estate Cabernet Franc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2007-wetzel-family-estate-cabernet-franc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Alexander Valley Vineyards 13.5,Red,South Africa,"There's a nice herbal earthiness here, giving a rustic and intriguing feel to this otherwise ripe, dark-fruit-dominant wine. Black plum, cherry and berry fill the midpalate, while tobacco and pepper spice take center stage on the finish. Approachable and lively now with good balance and soft tannins.",Silkbush Mountain Vineyards,15,88,Breedekloof,,,Lions Drift 2008 Silkbush Mountain Vineyards Pinotage (Breedekloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lions-drift-2008-silkbush-mountain-pinotage-breedekloof/,Pinotage,2008,Lions Drift 13,Red,France,"Firm wine, with tannins to match the chunky structure. Black currant fruits go with acidity, green pepper and spice. It's a delicious wine from an almost unknown appellation in the central mountains of France.",Mansois,12,88,Southwest France,Marcillac,,Lionel Osmin & Cie 2009 Mansois (Marcillac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lionel-osmin-cie-2009-mansois-other-red-mansois-marcillac/,Mansois,2009,Lionel Osmin & Cie 12.5,White,Germany,"Not a stereotypical fruity Riesling, the 2009 Qvinterra features plenty of savory, umami-like notes of broth and brine to go along with hints of sun-warmed peaches. It's medium bodied, with a long, velvety-textured finish unusual for a white wine. Intriguing.",Qvinterra Trocken,16,88,Rheinhessen,,,Kühling-Gillot 2009 Qvinterra Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuhling-gillot-2009-qvinterra-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2009,Kühling-Gillot 13.5,White,South Africa,Light buttery and grilled peach aromas mingle with softer notes of pear and orange rind. The full weight mouth offers more hazelnut and graham cracker flavors that stick all the way through the close. Round but balanced and not overdone.,,27,88,Stellenbosch,,,Hartenberg 2008 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartenberg-2008-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2008,Hartenberg 13,Red,Greece,"Black fruit, mint and spice lead the nose of this smooth number. On the palate, waves of red berry, plums, violet and wood dominate. A lush wine with style and complexity.",,20,88,Peloponnese,,,Haggipavlu 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haggipavlu-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-peloponnese/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Haggipavlu 14,Red,Argentina,"Graham cracker is the lead aroma, and that's followed by jammy fruit, cookie dough and finally a touch of raisin. The palate is plump for an '08, with berry flavors, herbal notes and some bitterness. A touch clipped and rough, but a good effort for a tough year.",,32,88,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Luca 2008 Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luca-2008-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2008,Luca 13.5,Red,Greece,"Black cherry, red currants and vanilla aromas start this grippy, ageable red from Tsantali. On the palate, cedar, mesquite smoke, black pepper and red fruit flavors are both spicy and assertive. Pair with lamb, olive tapenade, smoked meats.",Maronia Vineyard,20,88,Thraki,,,Tsantali 2007 Maronia Vineyard Mavroudi (Thraki),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tsantali-2007-maronia-vineyard-greek-red-mavroudi-thraki/,Mavroudi,2007,Tsantali 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Earthy and rugged at first, then it smoothes out to show cola and lush berry aromas. Plump and round in the mouth, with jammy blackberry core flavors, a hint of herbs and spice, and then a chewy, sticky, generous finish. Very nice Malbec with a cool identity.",Reserve,19,88,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Salentein 2008 Reserve Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2008-reserve-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2008,Salentein 14.5,Red,US,"At more than three years of age, this Sangiovese is still fresh and vibrant in jammy cherry and black raspberry fruit. It's dry and brisk in acidity. It's a good wine, if a little simple, and will pair well with most beef dishes, especially prepared with mushrooms.",Estate,36,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2007 Estate Sangiovese (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2007-estate-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sangiovese,2007,Stolpman 14,White,Austria,"From 45-year-old vines, this Pinot Blanc is a smooth, charming wine. It may be that its richness is more prominent than its structure, giving a wine that, even with its weight, becomes an apéritif style.",Höfen,,88,Thermenregion,,,Stadlmann 2008 Höfen Weissburgunder (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stadlmann-2008-hofen-pinot-blanc-weissburgunder-thermenregion/,Weissburgunder,2008,Stadlmann 13.5,White,South Africa,"Bright and fruity with elements of pear, melon, mango and sweet green grass. The medium-weight mouth is fresh and lively with bracing acidity that leads through to the crisp but lengthy finish.",,12,88,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2009 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2009-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Simonsig 13.6,Red,Argentina,"Opens with candied, chocolaty aromas that contradict its age. In the mouth, it's mature although the structure is breaking up; nonetheless, it's interesting and attractive, with herb, raspberry, tea, tobacco and chocolate flavors. Overall it's a different breed, and despite having lost its structure it's sly and well worth a go. Drink now.",Filósofos,60,88,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Viña El Cerno 2003 Filósofos Red (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-el-cerno-2003-filosofos-red-maipu/,Red Blend,2003,Viña El Cerno 14.1,White,US,"Oak overpowers this wine, dominating with buttered toast and caramel flavors. Underneath is pineapple and peach fruit and zesty acidity. It would be nice to have the winemaker back off on the barrels and emphasize the underlying wine.",Los Alamos Vineyard,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,La Fenêtre 2008 Los Alamos Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenetre-2008-los-alamos-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2008,La Fenêtre 13,Red,Italy,"This 60-40 blend of Nero d'Avola and Merlot offers excellent value for this low price. Aromas include ripe cherry, blackberry and spice and the wine is smooth on the close with a crisp touch of cleansing acidity at the end.",Calanìca Nero d'Avola and Merlot,12,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2007 Calanìca Nero d'Avola and Merlot Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2007-calanica-nero-davola-and-merlot-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2007,Duca di Salaparuta 14,Red,Argentina,"Minty and heavily oaked, with creamy aromas of vanilla bean, milk chocolate and raisiny sweetness. The palate smacks down with a tight, rubbery feel and then unleashes heavy, toasty flavors of herbal berry fruit, raw oak and mocha. Good for a rich, robust wine but it doesn't excel and it seems a little out of balance.",Zeta,45,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2007 Zeta Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2007-zeta-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Zuccardi 13.5,White,South Africa,"The entry starts off a bit green with notes of grass, green plum and a touch of pepper. The mouthfeel is light and lean but offers loads of fresh citrus flavors by way of tart orange supremes and lime rind. The bracing finish and prickly texture make this an easy-drinking choice.",,18,86,Elgin,,,Iona Vineyards 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iona-2009-sauvignon-blanc-elgin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Iona Vineyards 8,Dessert,Germany,"An odd bird, this wine is almost pungent, with intense, earthy aromas that carry a nutty edge. It's hugely thick and viscous (and sweet), but the candied orange flavors lack a bit of balancing acidity.",Ex Bibliotheca subterranea Eiswein 375 ml,,86,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2008 Ex Bibliotheca subterranea Eiswein 375 ml Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2008-ex-bibliotheca-subterranea-eiswein-375-ml-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2008,Schloss Johannisberger 13.5,White,US,"Wente is well known for its Wente clone, a popular sight in many a California Chardonnay vineyard. This flavorful example is compellingly rich and textured, yet modest in alcohol, with a happy apple, melon taste and a bit of an exotic lift on the finish, possibly from the 2% Gewürztraminer that's blended in.",Morning Fog,15,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 2009 Morning Fog Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2009-morning-fog-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Wente 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Quiet yet solid on the nose, with mild aromas of cassis and black fruits. The palate is a bit sharp with acidity but overall the wine is well made and clean, with red berry, plum and other standard flavors. Defines goodness while not pushing the envelope at all.",,20,86,Mendoza Province,Alto Valle de Uco,,Finca [ñ] 2009 Malbec (Alto Valle de Uco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-n-2009-malbec-alto-valle-uco/,Malbec,2009,Finca [ñ] 13.5,White,France,"Pear, red apple skins and lavender aromas start off this attractive Chard, while sweet lemon custard and fresh apple slices round out the palate. Medium weight, clean and balanced.",,13,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Louis Changarnier 2008 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-changarnier-2008-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2008,Louis Changarnier 14,Red,Italy,"Gibilmoro, a pure expression of Nero d'Avola, sees some oak aging to shape aromas of toasted walnut, nutella and wood spice. In fact, not much of the natural fruit is left, and what is there feels jammy and ripe.",Gibilmoro,20,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Di Prima 2006 Gibilmoro Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prima-2006-gibilmoro-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2006,Di Prima ,Red,US,"The blend is half Dolcetto, 40% Baco Noir, and the rest a mix of Tempranillo and Syrah. Creative, to be sure. What emerges is a rustic, fruity, forward, simple and slightly gamy red, the sort of wine that might be served in a carafe in a Mediterranean cafe. Light and fruity, with a spicy kick to the finish.",Equinox Red Blend,20,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2008 Equinox Red Blend Red (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-2008-equinox-red-blend-southern-umpqua-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Melrose 12,White,Italy,"Fresh crispness is what you notice first in this luminous and bright Soave. Made from Garganega grapes, the wine boasts aromas of lemon zest, white mineral and pear.",Corte del Sole,10,86,Veneto,Soave,,Monte Tondo 2008 Corte del Sole (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-tondo-2008-corte-sole-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2008,Monte Tondo 13.4,Red,US,"Dry, smooth and surprisingly rich for the price. Shows pleasantly spicy cherry, bacon and herb flavors, with a silk and satin texture. Great value in an everyday Merlot.",Reserve,8,86,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2009 Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2009-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,2009,Oak Grove 13.8,Red,US,"The scent carries light suggestions of cured meat, along with tangy berries. Sharp-edged and tight, this needs decanting to fill out the finish.",Adams Vineyard Reserve,38,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Artisanal Wine Cellars 2007 Adams Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artisanal-wine-cellars-2007-adams-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Artisanal Wine Cellars ,White,US,"This dry Riesling has a steely spine running right through the heart of the wine; you can almost taste the metal. It defines and confines the flavors; the fruit seems like an afterthought. That said, it might just be the perfect wine to try with fresh oysters, firm and lightly lemony with a hint of brine.",,12,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,A to Z 2008 Riesling (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-to-z-2008-riesling-other/,Riesling,2008,A to Z 14,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery, tarry and quite black in nature, with a full-bodied mouthfeel and meaty, spicy dark-berry flavors. This ranks as a voluminous wine with a heavy disposition; it's sweet and spicy late, with generic bold-fruit character throughout.",,13,86,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Alberti 154 2009 Syrah (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alberti-154-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-lujan-cuyo/,Syrah,2009,Alberti 154 12.8,Red,US,"A splash of tart cherry introduces this charming Pinot Noir, which resemble a country wine from the nether reaches of Burgundy. The alcohol does not touch 13%, yet the flavors are here, with tart berries, a bit of stem, sharp tannins, and a medium-long finish. A great quaffer.",,18,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Airlie 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airlie-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Airlie 13,Red,France,"A very forward, juicy wine with soft tannins, black fruits and bright acidity. Drink now.",,13,86,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château de Gaudou 2009 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaudou-2009-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2009,Château de Gaudou 12.5,Rose,Italy,There's a sweet element to the nose of this beautiful Sicilian rosé that recalls raspberry and almond marzipan. The wine glides clean over the plate with easy freshness and leaves small berry nuances on the close.,La Bambina,15,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cantine Barbera 2009 La Bambina Rosé (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-barbera-2009-bambina-rose-sicilia/,Rosé,2009,Cantine Barbera 13,White,Italy,This is an easy blend of Inzolia and Chardonnay (with a small component that is aged in oak) with a fresh fruity and floral approach. The oak element is all but invisible save for a touch of extra smoothness in terms of texture.,Pepita,15,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Di Prima 2008 Pepita White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prima-2008-pepita-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,Di Prima 13.5,Red,Italy,"Gibilmoro, a pure expression of Nero d'Avola, sees some oak aging to shape aromas of toasted walnut, nutella and wood spice. In fact, not much of the natural fruit is left, and what is there feels jammy and ripe.",Gibilmoro,20,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Di Prima 2006 Gibilmoro Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prima-2006-gibilmoro-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2006,Di Prima 13,White,Argentina,"Simple and light, with orange blossom aromas. The palate is clean, zesty and citric, with apple, lime and lychee flavors. Chalky on the finish and cleansing. For casual sipping.",Lo Tengo,11,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2010 Lo Tengo Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2010-lo-tengo-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Bodega Norton 13,White,Argentina,"Modest, minerally and clean, with mild dusty apple aromas. The palate is pillowy and comfortable, with just enough acidity to push up the apple, green grape and white plum flavors. Finishes similarly, with a sweet lasting impression.",Cool Climate Selection,13,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argento 2010 Cool Climate Selection Pinot Grigio (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argento-2010-cool-climate-selection-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-mendoza/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Argento 13.5,Red,Germany,"Pale ruby core with slight garnet rim. Moderately intense earthy aromas, leather, dried cherries and a hint of caramel draw you in, while the palate is medium-bodied, with a rustic grip to the tannins. Fairly warm and chunky in texture, with flavors of ripe baked red fruits. Crisp acidity helps keep the balance. Slightly hot on the finish.",,28,86,Pfalz,,,Andreas Bender 2008 Pinot Noir (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andreas-bender-2008-pinot-noir-pfalz/,Pinot Noir,2008,Andreas Bender 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Earthy and rubbery, then more leafy and red, on the nose, with raspberry and plum fruit. The palate has a solid, ordinary feel and jammy flavors of baked berry. Standard finish with a fast fade.",Reserve,20,86,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Andeluna 2006 Reserve Merlot (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andeluna-2006-reserve-merlot-tupungato/,Merlot,2006,Andeluna 14,White,South Africa,"Here's a clean, racy white with aromas of green gooseberry, wet grass and lemon rind. Balanced in the mouth with a juicy finish.",Edgebaston,15,86,Stellenbosch,,,Bouchard Finlayson 2009 Edgebaston Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-finlayson-2009-edgebaston-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Bouchard Finlayson 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Opens with a slight chemical-smelling topping to berry, raisin and cheesy aromas. The palate is chunky on one hand and driving on the other, with berry and raisiny flavors. Lush on the finish but raisiny, and overall it settles on soft-bodied and flush.",Catalpa Old Vines,16,86,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Bodega Atamisque 2007 Catalpa Old Vines Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-atamisque-2007-catalpa-old-vines-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2007,Bodega Atamisque 12,White,Italy,"Est! Est!! Est!!! takes its name from an ancient legend in which a bishop desired some good wine on his travels to Rome. In Montefiascone, his servant found wine so good he wrote Est (“It is”) three times to alert his master. This blend of white grapes is light, informal and very welcoming.",,12,86,Central Italy,Est! Est!! Est!!! di Montefiascone,,Bigi 2009 White (Est! Est!! Est!!! di Montefiascone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bigi-2009-white-est-est-est-montefiascone/,White Blend,2009,Bigi 12.5,White,Italy,Here's a fresh and easy-going blend of Grechetto and Chardonnay from Umbria that offers just the right level of freshness and intensity you need for a successful pairing with shrimp and avocado salad or fried crab cakes.,Vipra Bianca,13,86,Central Italy,Umbria,,Bigi 2009 Vipra Bianca White (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bigi-2009-vipra-bianca-white-umbria/,White Blend,2009,Bigi 14,White,Italy,"This is a fun and informal Soave with vibrant aromas of citrus, peach, white flower and mineral. It tastes fresh and crisp and would pair with fried finger foods.",Campo le Calle,20,86,Veneto,Soave,,Latium di Morini 2009 Campo le Calle (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latium-morini-2009-campo-le-calle-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2009,Latium di Morini 12.5,White,Italy,"A crisp and simple Chardonnay with bright notes of citrus and passion fruits, lime and green fruit. The wine is simple and light on the palate with a refreshing, zesty feel overall.",,,86,Southern Italy,Salento,,Cantele 2009 Chardonnay (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantele-2009-chardonnay-salento/,Chardonnay,2009,Cantele 14,Red,South Africa,"Red berries, bramble, sweet spice and a touch of caramel are the core of this wine. Medium weight in the mouth with soft tannins and a short, clean finish.",Adama,18,86,Wellington,,,Bosman Family Vineyards 2008 Adama Red (Wellington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosman-family-2008-adama-red-wellington/,Red Blend,2008,Bosman Family Vineyards ,Red,US,"Spicy cranberry/raspberry fruit is the whole story here. It's fresh, acidic, forward and spicy, then tails off quickly into a tannic finish. The last impression is of earth and stems, slightly bitter and astringent.",Estate,26,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Benton-Lane 2008 Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benton-lane-2008-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Benton-Lane 14.1,Red,US,"A tough, gritty wine, with lots of stinging acidity and jammy cherry and raspberry flavors. Nice and dry and silky, but a bit unbalanced.",Bald Mountain VIneyard,50,86,California,Central Coast,Ben Lomond Mountain,Beauregard 2008 Bald Mountain VIneyard Pinot Noir (Ben Lomond Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beauregard-2008-bald-mountain-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-ben-lomond-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2008,Beauregard 12.5,Red,France,"A lighter, earthy style of Cahors, with attractive food-friendly red berry fruits and a core of tannins. There is a mineral character here, tightly woven over the fruit.",,,86,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Armandière 2008 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-armandiere-2008-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Château Armandière 11.5,White,Greece,"This alluring blend of Roditis and Moschofilero offers elegant aromas of white flowers and melon, followed by honeyed waves of citrus, flowers and white fruit. Curvy and lush, the wine still finishes clean and easy. A fun white for everyday enjoyment.",,12,86,Arcadia,,,Cambas 2007 White (Arcadia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambas-2007-white-arcadia/,White Blend,2007,Cambas 12.9,Red,US,"Don't be confused by the name; this is a blend of fruit from three different sites, united by their “green” farming practices—hence the name and the green label, that sets it apart from the rest of the Panther Creek lineup. Earthy and infused with composted, organic flavors, this herbal, leafy Pinot Noir comes across as a little rough and tumble, but interesting.",Verde Vineyards,35,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 2007 Verde Vineyards Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2007-verde-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Panther Creek 13.5,White,South Africa,Forward citrus is lifted by accents of thyme and green melon rind in the bouquet. White cranberry and lime pith unfold in the medium-weight mouth and linger through the finish.,,28,86,Stellenbosch,,,Hartenberg 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartenberg-2008-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Hartenberg 13.9,Red,Argentina,"High Note is a dark, extracted type of Malbec with intense color, robust black fruit aromas and a rich, deep palate with core acidity and then monstrous, sweet berry flavors along the edges. It's hefty, fat and saturated, but also sweet and jammy. Delivers quantity and volume for the price.",Elevated,10,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,High Note 2009 Elevated Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/high-note-2009-elevated-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2009,High Note ,White,US,"Clean and peachy, this forward, fruity effort nicely captures the varietal fruit flavor. It holds steady in the mouth, a bit one dimensional, with good viscosity and persistence. The finish feels a little flat.",,18,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Macindoe 2009 Roussanne (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macindoe-2009-roussanne-other-columbia-valley-or/,Roussanne,2009,Macindoe 14,Red,Italy,"A ripe and plumy expression, this wine is rich and velvety with loads of ripe cherry, blackberry and natural spice. The mouthfeel is soft, chewy and powerful.",,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Sallier de la Tour 2007 Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sallier-tour-2007-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2007,Sallier de la Tour 13.5,Red,Italy,"This edition of Sallier de la Tour's Cabernet offers pulp and texture with aromas of black fruit, dried prune and some spicy or smoky tones at the end. The wine exhibits a thick, soft texture with sweet berry flavors.",,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Sallier de la Tour 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sallier-tour-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Sallier de la Tour 13.5,White,South Africa,"Mild yellow peach, citrus and white floral aromas appear on the nose, and a similarly nuanced intensity of flavors continues in the mouth. Clean and soft, this wine is remarkably easy to drink and should match well with lighter fare.",,12,86,Stellenbosch,,,Stellenbosch Hills 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stellenbosch-hills-2009-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Stellenbosch Hills 13.5,White,Italy,"Ripe fruit aromas of peach and honeydew emerge from this nose of this luminous, golden Bianco di Custoza. The wine makes a big impact on the palate thanks to its creamy consistency and the ripeness of its yellow fruit flavors. Pair it with shrimp in spicy sauce or crustaceans.",,,86,Veneto,Custoza Superiore,,Villa Medici 2008 Custoza Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-medici-2008-white-custoza-superiore/,White Blend,2008,Villa Medici ,Red,Argentina,"Quite woody for this weight class, with balsam shavings and berry aromas that are distant. Chewy, lactic and creamy across the tongue, with a flavor profile that brings chocolate and berry syrup flavors. Finishes with a final wave of oaky spice and bitterness; good but needs more fruit.",Reserva,15,86,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Viamonte 2009 Reserva Malbec (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viamonte-2009-reserva-malbec-maipu/,Malbec,2009,Viamonte 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Big and purple, with ripe aromas of black fruits and bacon. The mouth is filling and full, with oaky blackberry, coffee and mildly roasted flavors. Turns more lush and soft on the finish, which is long and tastes of fig paste and prunes. Gets it done for the most part.",,9,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tilia 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tilia-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Tilia 12.5,White,Italy,"Fresh and easy going, this informal Soave Classico offers an array of aromas that include citrus, mineral and dried herbs. Pair this wine with Chinese chicken salad or vegetable spring rolls.",Vigneti di Monteforte,,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Santi 2008 Vigneti di Monteforte (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santi-2008-vigneti-monteforte-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Santi 14.3,Red,US,"An everyday Merlot, soft and attractive in cherry, blackberry and liqueur flavors. It's dry and sweetly tannic, a wine to enjoy now.",Elements by Artesa,20,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa County-Sonoma County,Elements by Artesa 2007 Elements by Artesa Merlot (Napa County-Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elements-by-artesa-2007-merlot-napa-sonoma-county-county/,Merlot,2007,Elements by Artesa 8.5,White,Germany,"Offers plenty of citrus, spanning the spectrum from lime to orange and tangerine, with just a hint of nectarine mixed in. At 8.5% alcohol, this kabinett gives an impression close to dryness, and despite despite relatively soft acids on the finish, it's nicely balanced.",Apollo-Falter Valwiger Rosenhang Kabinett,20,86,Mosel,,,Dr. Zenzen 2008 Apollo-Falter Valwiger Rosenhang Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-zenzen-2008-apollo-falter-valwiger-rosenhang-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Zenzen 13.5,White,South Africa,"Donatus, Latin for Gift from God, is a blend of 77% Chenin Blanc and 23% Semillon. Soft tropical fruit, orange, melon rind and a hint of oak unfold on the nose, while the lively light-weight mouth offers more fresh topical fruit and pineapple acidity. Balanced and easy to drink.",Donatus White,22,86,Western Cape,,,Dornier 2009 Donatus White White (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dornier-2009-donatus-white-western-cape/,White Blend,2009,Dornier 14.2,Red,US,"A bit too strong in Porty, sugary raisins, but not too much, so unless you're sensitive to this, it is a pretty nice Zin. Shows plenty of spicy Dry Creek character.",Estate Bottled,20,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Giarusso 2008 Estate Bottled Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giarusso-2008-estate-bottled-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Giarusso ,Red,US,"Firm, tannic and tight, this wraps its cherry fruit in a lot of coffee and toast from the barrel aging. After that, it does a gentle fade, with some residual acidity.",Folin Vineyard,25,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Genius Loci 2007 Folin Vineyard Syrah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/genius-loci-2007-folin-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,2007,Genius Loci 12,White,France,"A great value white with 8,000 cases imported, so it should be relatively easy to find. Tart gooseberry and lemon flavors integrate with hints of fresh herbs, green hay and soft smoke. Medium weight but lively with gently prickly acidity that lingers through the finish.",Les Fumees Blanches,9,86,Southwest France,Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan,,François Lurton 2008 Les Fumees Blanches Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francois-lurton-2008-les-fumees-blanches-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-comte-tolosan/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,François Lurton 13.5,White,Italy,"Aged only in stainless steel to ensure freshness and crispness of aromas, this bright Grillo offers cheerful and informal aromas of lemon rind, stone fruit, white mineral and almond.",,15,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Disisa 2008 Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-disisa-2008-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2008,Feudo Disisa 13.7,Red,Argentina,"Seems light, stemmy and minty on first take, but airing reveals deeper cola and sweet fruit aromas. The palate is juicy, not too heavy and strides forward, while the flavors center on basic red fruits and berry syrup. A little raisiny late, but solid as a whole.",Made With Organic Grapes Oak,16,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Familia Los Agüeros 2007 Made With Organic Grapes Oak Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-los-agueros-2007-made-with-organic-grapes-oak-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Familia Los Agüeros 12.5,White,Italy,"This Soave Classico shows a luminous golden color and subdued aromas of dried herbs and white mineral or talc powder. More fruit tones appear in the mouth, especially peach and citrus, and the wine is bright and polished on the close.",Grisela,18,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Tessari 2008 Grisela (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tessari-2008-grisela-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Tessari 14,Red,Argentina,"A touch grassy to start, with blueberry and blackberry aromas. The palate has a clampy, tannic feel and snappy acids, while the flavors veer toward red berry, herbs, coffee and mocha. Tight and tannic on the finish, and overall it's short on body.",Reserva,15,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2008 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2008-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Terrazas de Los Andes 12.5,Red,Italy,"Case Ibidini, the informal line of wines from Valle d'Acate, offers ripe fruit flavors of cherry liqueur and raspberry jam. This easy Sicilian red would make a good pairing companion to pork chops or grilled sausage with green peppers and onions.",Case Ibidini,15,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2008 Case Ibidini Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2008-case-ibidini-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2008,Valle dell'Acate 12.5,Red,Italy,"Ca' Grande is a simple, crisp and light expression of Sangiovese from central Italy that offers clean pulses of cherry, cassis and blue flower. Pair this no-fuss wine with pasta and ragù or cheesy pizza.",Ca' Grande,,86,Central Italy,Sangiovese di Romagna,,Umberto Cesari 2009 Ca' Grande (Sangiovese di Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/umberto-cesari-2009-ca-grande-sangiovese-sangiovese-romagna/,Sangiovese,2009,Umberto Cesari 13.2,White,Argentina,"Pungent aromas of citrus range from lemon to orange, and there's also an oily element to the bouquet. The palate has a highly regular, almost lazy feel to it along with flavors of pithy citrus and nectarine pit. Finishes lemony and melony.",Reserva,15,86,Other,Cafayate,,Tukma 2009 Reserva Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tukma-2009-reserva-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2009,Tukma 14.5,Red,US,"A bit more rugged and rustic than Zaca Mesa's more expensive '07 Syrahs, and also somewhat less ripe. But it's a dry, rich and smoothly textured wine, good for drinking now.",,24,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2007 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2007,Zaca Mesa 12.5,White,Greece,"Orange peel, lemon and peach start this uplifting white. Fresh and fun, it offers flavors of bitter lemon, lime and slate. Pair with grilled octopus, goat cheese or fruit.",Green Passion,15,86,Greece,,,Michalakis 2008 Green Passion Sauvignon (Greece),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michalakis-2008-green-passion-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon/,Sauvignon,2008,Michalakis 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Firm and leathery smelling, with a drying, oaky nose and then lifted, sweet flavors of jammy raspberry and cassis. The fruit here is riper than many '08 Cabs, and while it's a bit lean in feel, it tastes good and offers ample spice for balance.",,19,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Medanos 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medanos-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Medanos 12.5,White,Italy,"From the Tenuta di Budonetto vineyard near Piazza Armerina in central Sicily, this blend of Inzolia, Grecanico and Chardonnay offers citrusy aromas of lime and lemon followed by a fresh and crisp feel in the mouth. Pair this easygoing white blend with seafood and light pasta.",Bacca Bianca,16,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Maurigi 2008 Bacca Bianca White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maurigi-2008-bacca-bianca-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,Maurigi 12.5,White,Italy,"Opens with a bright golden color and aromas of apricot, peach, melon and a touch of butterscotch. It offers a compact, fresh feel in the mouth and leaves lingering flavors of stone fruit on the close.",Capitel Alto,14,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Montresor 2008 Capitel Alto (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-2008-capitel-alto-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Montresor 7.5,White,Germany,"Sweet, rich and soft, this is a nice wine, but in the context of site, producer and vintage, a bit of a disappointment. Honey and clove flavors lack extra dimensions of complexity and focus, finishing without the expected balancing zing of acidity.",Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese,66,86,Mosel,,,Markus Molitor 2008 Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markus-molitor-2008-zeltinger-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Markus Molitor 14.1,White,US,"A simple, slightly sweet and soft white wine, with vanilla, apricot, tangerine and lemon flavors.",,38,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,L'Avion 2008 Roussanne (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lavion-2008-roussanne-central-coast/,Roussanne,2008,L'Avion ,White,Argentina,"Simple, well made and tropical, with a touch of oak. The palate is zesty, citric and healthy, with pineapple and orange flavors along with a pinch of star anise, vanillin and pith. Finishes fresh and juicy, with mild vanilla shadings.",,12,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Pascual Toso 2010 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascual-toso-2010-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Pascual Toso 12.5,White,South Africa,"A terrific value: Bright citrus, soft grass and a touch of hard white peach dominate the nose and mouth. Balanced, clean, and very easy to drink. Try with fresh grilled fish or crab cakes.",,6,86,Western Cape,,,Makulu 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/makulu-2009-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Makulu 13.5,White,South Africa,"This is a lean, easy-to-drink Sauvignon Blanc with traditional flavors of green gooseberry and sharp lime citrus. Herbal thyme and fresh hay aromas add complexity to the nose, while the wine closes on a slightly bitter pith note. Drink up.",Sincerely,14,86,Western Cape,,,Neil Ellis 2009 Sincerely Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2009-sincerely-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Neil Ellis 13,Red,Greece,"Pepper, violet, rhubarb and plum aromas give this Merlot assertive character. On the plate, the wine has equal attitude, delivering flavors of dried red fruit, tobacco, cigarbox and leather. Spicy but balanced by a good minerality, the wine will pair well with salty, hard cheeses and grilled lamb. A fun find.",,17,86,Pageon,,,Protopapas 2004 Merlot (Pageon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protopapas-2004-merlot-pageon/,Merlot,2004,Protopapas 13.5,White,Italy,This crisp and light Soave Classico cleans the palate thanks to its well-integrated acidity and streamlined feel. It's a fresh and easy-going alternative to Pinot Grigio that would pair just as successfully with chicken salad or Chinese take-out.,Staforte,22,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Prà 2008 Staforte (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pra-2008-staforte-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Prà 14,Red,Argentina,"Starts out rubbery and gaseous, but airing helps it along. The palate is regular in feel, with no glaring faults, while the flavors of berry fruits, oak and herbal shadings are easygoing. Finishes with toast, herbal notes and a mild baked sweetness.",Del Pecado,12,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Serrera 2008 Del Pecado Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serrera-2008-pecado-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-malbec-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Malbec,2008,Serrera ,Red,US,"Soft, round and pretty, this wine announces itself with a massive, deeply punted bottle. It's a pleasant effort, with tart red fruit, piercing acidity, and a lackluster, lightly herbal finish.",Angela,50,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Clawson Creek 2008 Angela Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clawson-creek-2008-angela-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Clawson Creek 13,Red,France,"One of a pair of comparative wines labeled Antisto. The other comes from Mendoza in Argentina. The Cahors version is lightly mineral, a soft wine feeling a little light in character. It does have the firm tannins and acidity of Cahors Malbec.",Antisto,,86,Southwest France,Cahors,,Georges Vigouroux 2006 Antisto Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-vigouroux-2006-antisto-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Georges Vigouroux 13,White,South Africa,"Sweet notes of orange marmalade, kiwi and green grass keep the leaner notes of gooseberry and pineapple acidity from being too tart. There's the impression of effervescence in the mouth with vibrant tropical fruit flavors lingering through the finish.",,11,86,Western Cape,,,KWV 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2009-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,KWV 13,Red,Austria,"Yes, cherry is a good name for the red cherry flavors of this cheery wine. Soft tannins, plenty of forward fruit, balanced acidity. Delicious. Screw cap.",Austrian Cherry,15,86,Niederösterreich,,,R&A Pfaffl 2009 Austrian Cherry Zweigelt (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2009-austrian-cherry-other-red-zweigelt-niederosterreich/,Zweigelt,2009,R&A Pfaffl 13,Red,Italy,"Sant'Andrea is a small winery in Northern Italy and its recent release of Barbera offers sweet aromas of prunes, exotic spice and black fruit. The aromas are simple and appear slightly aged. There's also a touch of alcoholic heat at the very end.",,,86,Lombardy,Oltrepò Pavese,,Sant'Andrea 2008 Barbera (Oltrepò Pavese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santandrea-2008-barbera-oltrepo-pavese/,Barbera,2008,Sant'Andrea 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Jammy raspberry aromas greet you, followed by dry spice, light oak and milk chocolate scents. The palate is warm, mildly rich and resiny, with oaky flavors of pepper, spice and black fruit. Finishes quite sweet but also peppery due to the oak treatment.",Killka,14,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Salentein 2008 Killka Malbec (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2008-killka-malbec-uco-valley/,Malbec,2008,Salentein 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Slightly grassy and jammy on the nose, but otherwise you get basic cherry and raspberry aromas. The palate is medium bodied and a bit sharp in feel, with fresh, simple cherry and raspberry flavors. Tight and straightforward on the finish, with a hint of spice and chocolate.",,20,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2006 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2006-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2006,Rutini 12.5,White,Italy,"Cheerful and ripe with buoyant personality, this pretty white makes an incredibly clean and polished first impression. There's bright crispness with lemon zest, mineral notes, cut grass and white spring flower.",Podere San Michelin,,86,Veneto,Custoza,,Gorgo 2009 Podere San Michelin (Custoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gorgo-2009-podere-san-michelin-white-custoza/,White Blend,2009,Gorgo 13,White,Italy,"From vintner Salvo Foti on Mount Etna in Sicily, this powerful white wine delivers aromas of honey, melon, butterscotch and apricot. The alcoholic presence helps keep the palate clean after fatty or cheesy foods.",Vinujancu,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,I Vigneri 2008 Vinujancu White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-vigneri-2008-vinujancu-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,I Vigneri 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a youthful and fresh Merlot from sunny Sicily that will satisfy your nose and tastebuds alike. Aromas include cherry, light cinnamon, leather, plum and blackberry. Pair this wine with pasta with fennel sausage and grated ricotta cheese.",,10,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2009 Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2009-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2009,Cusumano 13.5,Red,US,"Pretty good price for a sound Pinot Noir. It's dry and silky, with flavors of cherries, herbs and spices. Decant before pouring.",Pinnacles Ranches,16,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Estancia 2009 Pinnacles Ranches Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2009-pinnacles-ranches-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2009,Estancia 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a simple Barbera from northern Italy that offers mature tones of dried currants, plums and prunes. From the 2005 vintage, the Riserva expression also shows tertiary aromas of spice and smoke and there's a blast of fresh acidity and peppercorn on the close.",Becco Giallo Riserva,,86,Lombardy,Oltrepò Pavese,,Castel San Giorgio 2005 Becco Giallo Riserva Barbera (Oltrepò Pavese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castel-san-giorgio-2005-becco-giallo-riserva-barbera-oltrepo-pavese/,Barbera,2005,Castel San Giorgio 13.5,White,South Africa,"Orange citrus dominates the medium-intense bouquet, but secondary aromas of green apple, melon rind, hard nectarine and a touch of honeysuckle appear upon deeper inhalation. Solidly structured with a vibrant mouth and an apple core flavored finish.",Young Vines,11,86,Stellenbosch,,,DeWaal 2009 Young Vines Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dewaal-2009-young-vines-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2009,DeWaal 15.5,Red,US,"A good, dry and flavorful Syrah, with lush blackberry, cherry and oak flavors. It's a harsh in the mouth, with some firm tannins, but a nice, fruity sipper to enjoy now.",Homestead,33,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey-Santa Cruz,Big Basin 2008 Homestead Syrah (Monterey-Santa Cruz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-basin-2008-homestead-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-santa-cruz/,Syrah,2008,Big Basin 13,Rose,France,"Bright rosehip and fresh acidity, a lively crisp wine with some attractive acidity over the citrus and mulberry fruits. Screwcap.",Jules,,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine du Grand Cros 2009 Jules Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grand-cros-2009-jules-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2009,Domaine du Grand Cros 13,White,Greece,"An appealing nose of vanilla lemon and honey leads this distinctive Chardonnay. On the palate, lemon, toasted nuts, fresh exotic fruit and spice flavors are balanced and pretty. A great everyday wine with grace.",,13,86,Peloponnese,,,Cambas 2008 Chardonnay (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambas-2008-chardonnay-peloponnese/,Chardonnay,2008,Cambas 12,White,Italy,This is packed tight with mineral and herbal aromas that come on the heels of stone fruit and citrus. This is a fresh and fragrant appetizer wine that keeps your palate polished and refreshed.,San Michele,13,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Ca' Rugate 2009 San Michele (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2009-san-michele-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Ca' Rugate 12,White,Italy,"A bright, immediate delivery of fresh tones of cut grass, white flowers and citrus emerge from the nose of this cheerful Soave Classico. The wine promises food-friendliness on all levels thanks to the simplicity of its style and its crisp acidity.",San Michele,13,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Ca' Rugate 2008 San Michele (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2008-san-michele-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Ca' Rugate 13,Red,Greece,"Anise, plum and cedar on the nose is followed by flavors if red fruit and wood. The finish offers spice and pepper. Slightly stewy but overall a friendly red that will pair well with smoky meat.",Réserve,50,86,Nemea,,,A. Parparoussis 2003 Réserve Red (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-parparoussis-2003-reserve-red-nemea/,Red Blend,2003,A. Parparoussis 14.5,Red,US,"A little sharp and light in body, but nicely dry, with complex berry, currant, tobacco and spice flavors. At this price, it's a very nice wine with some real elegance and sophistication.",,16,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2008 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2008-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2008,Ancient Peaks 13.9,White,Argentina,"Waxy and warm, with peach, sweet ham, spice and vanilla aromas. As Catena Alta goes, this is not stellar. In fact, it's light on fruit and lacks the depth of flavor and punch you'd hope to see from a $34 wine. What you get is a fleshy, soft Chard with mild peach, papaya and melon flavors, and then a whack of finishing oak.",Catena Alta,34,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2008 Catena Alta Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2008-alta-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2008,Bodega Catena Zapata 14,Red,Argentina,"Scratchy on the nose, with raspberry and plum aromas. The palate has a generic, rubbery feel and sweet, standard cherry, cassis and plum flavors. Medicinal and rubbery on the finish, but will go well with basic foods like pizza, spaghetti or a burger.",,13,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alberti 154 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alberti-154-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Alberti 154 12.5,White,US,"It's all here, the ripe tropical fruit, the smoky oak, the buttered toast and vanilla and cream. Hits that Chardonnay sweet spot with pinpoint accuracy.",Coastal Series,18,86,California,California Other,California,Arrow Creek 2009 Coastal Series Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrow-creek-2009-coastal-series-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Arrow Creek 12.5,White,Italy,"This is a dry, crisp and refreshing white wine with polished mineral aromas backed by peach, citrus and white flower. It has good weight and texture for an easy Soave and would work with fish, fried calamari or mussels in garlic and tomato sauce.",Rocca Sveva,15,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Cantina di Soave 2008 Rocca Sveva (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-soave-2008-rocca-sveva-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Cantina di Soave 12.5,Red,Italy,"This is a friendly and inviting expression of Bardolino with pure fruit integrity and layers of wild berries and raspberries. It also shows a nice, smooth consistency on the palate with a touch of spice and more berry freshness on the close. Pair with lasagna or other baked pasta.",Val dei Molini,,86,Veneto,Bardolino Classico,,Cantina di Custoza 2009 Val dei Molini (Bardolino Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-custoza-2009-val-molini-red-bardolino-classico/,Corvina,2009,Cantina di Custoza 12.5,White,Italy,"Peach, honey, lemon zest and white flower come off the nose of this light and luminous wine. Friendly and informal, this wine will wash down with light meals and salads.",Ca' Vegar,,86,Veneto,Custoza,,Cantina del Castelnuovo del Garda 2009 Ca' Vegar (Custoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-castelnuovo-garda-2009-ca-vegar-white-custoza/,White Blend,2009,Cantina del Castelnuovo del Garda 13,White,Italy,"Very attractive freshness emerges here, blended within pretty folds of floral and peachy aromas. The mouthfeel is simple and genuine with drying mineral tones and zesty crispness.",Pressoni,,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Cantina del Castello 2008 Pressoni (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-castello-2008-pressoni-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Cantina del Castello 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's a rare and exciting blend of Bosco, Albarola and Vermentino from a cooperative winery in the beautiful Cinque Terre region of northern Italy. You won't find these native grapes anywhere else and the wine is perfectly suited to the fresh fish dishes served in this gorgeous part of the world.",,25,86,,Liguria,,Cantina Cinque Terre 2008 White (Liguria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-cinque-terre-2008-white-liguria/,White Blend,2008,Cantina Cinque Terre 14,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of dark berry are potent but narrow and limited, and there's a slight note of minty grass as well. The wine is juicy, bouncy and fresh in the mouth, with dark cherry and blackberry flavors. Simple, fruity and tasty, with good balance.",Reserve,12,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cavas de Chacras 2008 Reserve Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-chacras-2008-reserve-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2008,Cavas de Chacras 12.5,White,Italy,Here's a very attractive Sauvignon with clean aromas and a perky disposition. You can drink this wine with light vegetable dishes or raw fish and it will keep your palate fresh.,Turranio,,86,Veneto,Lison-Pramaggiore,,Bosco del Merlo 2008 Turranio Sauvignon (Lison-Pramaggiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bosco-merlo-2008-turranio-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-lison-pramaggiore/,Sauvignon,2008,Bosco del Merlo ,Red,US,"Still young and tart, with sharp acids, this Pinot shows cranberry and raspberry fruit, a coating of milk chocolate, and a finish that is an uneasy mix of acid, stem and earthy tannins. Nothing has settled into a seamless whole; it's a collection of parts that needs more bottle time.",,28,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Willamette Valley Vineyards 14.5,Red,US,"A rustic wine, with semisweet blackberry and cherry pie filling flavors and jagged tannins. There's a funky, barnyardy thing you'll either like or won't.",,22,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Genuine Risk 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/genuine-risk-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Genuine Risk 13.5,Red,Italy,"Warm notes of raw, jammy fruit and moderate spice emerge from the nose. This native variety usually shows aromas of cherry, pistachio and almond and these very characteristics are evident here.",Stemmari,8,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2009 Stemmari Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2009-stemmari-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2009,Feudo Arancio ,Red,US,"This is an unusually buttery wine, as if it had been put through some special sort of malolactic fermentation. It feels manipulated, softened and buttered up, with the fruit subdued. Traces of herb remain, but they are like shadows on the wall. Perhaps the house style does not accommodate this particular vineyard's character. This wine makes it hard to know.",Prince Hill,45,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Erath 2008 Prince Hill Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2008-prince-hill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Erath 11.5,White,France,"From the leading cooperative in the Gascony region, this is a deliciously fruity, floral Colombard-dominated wine. Citrus, grapefruit and green herbaceousness all give the wine extreme, tasty crispness. Screwcap.",Colombelle Blanc,9,86,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Producteurs Plaimont 2009 Colombelle Blanc Colombard (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2009-colombelle-blanc-other-white-colombard-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Colombard,2009,Producteurs Plaimont 15.5,Red,US,"Shows a mountain toughness of tannins with unevenly ripened fruit that gives the wine a sweet and sour taste. Intense blackberries and cherries coexist with greener flavors of mint, along with heat from high alcohol. Drink now.",Brandlin Vineyard,35,86,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Peter Franus 2008 Brandlin Vineyard Zinfandel (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-franus-2008-brandlin-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-mount-veeder/,Zinfandel,2008,Peter Franus 13,Red,Greece,"The nose starts with violets, vanilla, strawberry and cherry, followed by bright red fruit flavors of strawberry and cherry with an undercurrent of dark chocolate and cracked black pepper. A solid red that will pair well with grilled meats and soft cheeses.",,25,86,Peloponnese,,,Mediterra 2007 Agiorgitiko (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mediterra-2007-greek-red-agiorgitiko-peloponnese/,Agiorgitiko,2007,Mediterra 12.5,Red,Italy,"This luminous, ruby-colored Bardolino opens with sweet berry aromas that recall bright raspberry, blueberry and wild strawberry. The bouquet is bright, polished and refined and the wine performs nicely in the mouth where it delivers an enduring sensation of freshness. Pair this wine with appetizers and fried finger foods.",,,86,Veneto,Bardolino,,Montezovo 2009 Bardolino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montezovo-2009-red-bardolino/,Corvina,2009,Montezovo 12.5,White,Italy,"Made from organically-grown grapes, this is one of the most aromatically sophisticated expressions of Falanghina you will find. This wine boasts a saturated golden hue and aromas of ripe fruit, peach, citrus blossom and drying mineral are more complex than expected.",,,86,Southern Italy,Taburno,,Ocone 2008 Falanghina (Taburno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ocone-2008-italian-white-falanghina-taburno/,Falanghina,2008,Ocone 13.1,Red,US,"With pleasantly dry blackberry, blueberry and herb flavors as well as a kiss of oak, this is an eminently drinkable Cabernet. At this price, it's an affordable quaffer for parties.",Reserve,8,86,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Oak Grove ,White,US,"This affordable Pinot Gris seems to have a little residual sugar; the flavors are rounded out with a hint of sweetness, much like a California Chardonnay. The spicy pear fruit is full-bodied and varietally correct. Not a complex wine, but fine for everyday enjoyment.",,12,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Redhawk 2009 Pinot Gris (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redhawk-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Gris,2009,Redhawk 13,White,Greece,"This wine starts with a touch of spice, orange peel and bright white fruits in the nose, followed by toasted almond, citrus and vanilla on the palate. An elegant, full-bodied white with versatile pairing potential—think lobster, cream-based dishes.",,60,86,Epanomi,,,Gerovassiliou 2007 Chardonnay (Epanomi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerovassiliou-2007-chardonnay-epanomi/,Chardonnay,2007,Gerovassiliou 13,Red,France,"A big black wine that is powered by its tannins and dark fruits and raisins. The texture is open and soft, probably a product of the hot 2003 vintage. A lighter bottle would be an advantage.",Lou Prince,40,86,Southwest France,Cahors,,Domaine du Prince 2003 Lou Prince Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-prince-2003-lou-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2003,Domaine du Prince 14,White,France,Berry and bramble mingle with touches of cocoa and tree bark on the nose. The palate shows more bright fruit flavors supported by garrigue herbs and peppery spice. Forward and approachable but tasty and easy to drink.,Blason d'Aussières,20,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2008 Blason d'Aussières Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2008-blason-daussieres-red-corbieres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 14,White,US,"Soft and sweet in fruit and honey, like a dessert pastry, with a clean scour of acidity. It's rich and long in pineapple, orange, buttered toast and cinnamon spice flavors.",Oracle,20,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clavo Cellars 2008 Oracle Grenache Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clavo-cellars-2008-oracle-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache Blanc,2008,Clavo Cellars 14.5,Red,Italy,"Cusumano delivers an unoaked expression of Merlot from Sicily that won't break the bank. In fact, the wine is clean and polished with bright aromas of cherry, raspberry and light touches of almond paste.",,10,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cusumano 2008 Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cusumano-2008-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2008,Cusumano ,Red,US,"Sharp, herbal and varietal, with a deep rose color. Strawberry and Bing cherry fruit shines here, but the tannins take over in the finish. Some further bottle age may help to smooth it out.",,25,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Cultivé Cellars 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cultive-cellars-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Cultivé Cellars 13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine offers medium consistency and fresh notes of mature forest berry, spice and toasted almond. The wine is smooth with fresh crispness on the close: Pair it with lasagna or hearty pasta dishes.",,10,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Sallier de la Tour 2008 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sallier-tour-2008-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2008,Sallier de la Tour 14,Red,Argentina,"Generic and generally clean, with dry berry aromas and a touch of sharpness. The palate is full, stocky and solid, with black-fruit flavors and a medicinal character. Finishes dry, woody, peppery and slightly hot, with snap and power.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Terrazas de Los Andes 13.5,Red,South Africa,"With 58% Shiraz and 42% Pinotage, this is an accessible and enjoyable Cape blend with vibrant notes of black berry, all-fruit preserves, root beer and a soft touch of caramel sauce. Cherry and fleshy plum fill the mouth, and a kiss of vanilla lingers on the close.",Cape Blend,8,86,Western Cape,,,Sebeka 2008 Cape Blend Shiraz-Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebeka-2008-cape-blend-red-blend-shiraz-pinotage-western-cape/,Shiraz-Pinotage,2008,Sebeka 14,Red,South Africa,Earthy notes of tree bark and licorice root lift the cassis and black plum aromas and flavors. Simple but well structured with medium tannins and a solid finish.,,10,86,Paarl,,,Saronga 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saronga-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-paarl/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Saronga 13,Red,France,"The herbal notes of fennel seed and licorice almost dominate the bouquet, but lifting aromas of black berry, currant and plum skin fight to flesh things out. The satin-textured mouth with dusty tannins shows stronger and riper fruit flavors of raspberry sauce and fresh fig. Drink now.",Rouge,14,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Les Deux Rives 2008 Rouge Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deux-rives-2008-rouge-red-corbieres/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Les Deux Rives 12,White,Italy,"Fresh and citrusy, with background aromas of peach, pear, sage and mineral notes. The wine is clean and easy on the palate and would pair with chilled pasta salad.",Montesei,15,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Le Battistelle 2008 Montesei (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-battistelle-2008-montesei-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Le Battistelle 14.2,White,US,"Good, dry and crisp, if a little simple, with apricot, citrus and vanilla flavors. There's a touch of green unripeness that detracts, but it's a pretty nice wine.",Filigreen Farm,20,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Horse & Plow 2009 Filigreen Farm Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/horse-plow-2009-filigreen-farm-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Horse & Plow 12.5,White,Italy,"Melibéo characterizes the natural freshness and easy informality of the Lugana region. The wine invites and surprises the palate with its tonic aromas of peach, pear, sage and honey. Those aromas are followed by medium consistency and perky crispness.",Melibéo,,86,Lombardy,Lugana,,Santi 2009 Melibéo (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santi-2009-melibeo-italian-white-trebbiano-lugana-lugana/,Trebbiano di Lugana,2009,Santi 13,White,Germany,"Pale gold in color. Slightly sweet and candied aromas prevail: pear drops and white flowers. Similar flavors appear on the fairly light-bodied palate. This is fresh, fruity and easy to drink, but lacking any great depth or flavor intensity. A slight bitter note is noticeable on the finish.",,,86,Pfalz,,,Villa Wolf 2009 Pinot Gris (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-wolf-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-pfalz/,Pinot Gris,2009,Villa Wolf 13.5,White,South Africa,"A fantastic value for an easy-pleasing white loaded with Golden Delicious apple, clementine citrus and watermelon rind flavors. Clean and tart but delicious and refreshing. Drink now.",,8,86,Western Cape,,,Spier 2009 Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spier-2009-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Spier ,Red,US,"Very tart and acidic, this shows cranberry fruit flavors and the barest suggestion of cured meat. Fruit-powered, sharp and quite young, this might substitute for a cru Beaujolais more than something from Spain.",,24,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2008 Tempranillo (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-2008-tempranillo-southern-umpqua-valley/,Tempranillo,2008,Melrose 13.5,White,Italy,"Light, fresh and perfect with appetizers or salads, Falanghina is one of the favorite easy-drinking white grapes of Southern Italy. Aromas here include white stone, lime and cantaloupe.",Morabianca,,86,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Mastroberardino 2008 Morabianca Falanghina (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2008-morabianca-italian-white-falanghina-irpinia/,Falanghina,2008,Mastroberardino 12,White,Italy,"This is a bright Soave Classico that offers aromas of lemon zest, freshly cut green grass and fine talc powder. It tastes fresh and zippy and has the natural crispness to pair with fried zucchini flowers stuffed with mozzarella and anchovies.",Le Volpare,13,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Tommasi 2008 Le Volpare (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2008-le-volpare-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Tommasi 14.8,Red,US,"Lots of oak on this five-year-old Syrah. Too much, in fact, although it may be that the cherry-berry fruit is simply dropping out. Either way, it's a fairly simple wine, dry and tart and spicy. Drink now.",Coryelle Fields Vineyard,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Tin Barn 2006 Coryelle Fields Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-barn-2006-coryelle-fields-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2006,Tin Barn 13.5,Red,Italy,"Easy and genuine, this unoaked expression of Syrah carries forth fresh aromas of blueberry, black cherry, spice and black pepper. It's an unassuming red wine that offers the pulp and consistency to pair with spaghetti and meat sauce.",,10,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,MandraRossa 2007 Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandrarossa-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2007,MandraRossa 14,Red,South Africa,"Accessible and available, this is a great value wine that's perfectly suited to grilled steak dinners with friends. Juicy dark fruit dominates the palate, with accents of bittersweet chocolate and peppery spice glimmering on the back of finish.",,11,86,Coastal Region,,,MAN Vintners 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/man-vintners-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,MAN Vintners 13.5,Red,South Africa,"A touch green and herbal with notes of black plum, black currant leaf, a touch of pepper and used coffee grinds. Medium weight in the mouth with assertive tannins and a sweet smoke-infused finish.",,13,86,Western Cape,,,Roodeberg 2007 Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roodeberg-2007-red-western-cape/,Red Blend,2007,Roodeberg 14.4,White,US,"Made without oak, although the wine has a tart leanness that would have benefited from a little barrel exposure. Nonetheless, it's dry and crisp and minerally, with modest pineapple, Meyer lemon and flower flavors.",Unoaked,18,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sebastiani 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2009-unoaked-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Sebastiani 13,White,Italy,"A luminous blend of Chardonnay and Malvasia Bianca with pretty aromas of white stone, candied fruit and loads of peach. There's good density and natural consistency here yet the ultimate endnote is fresh and clean.",Krita,15,86,Southern Italy,Salento,,L'Astore Masseria 2008 Krita White (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lastore-masseria-2008-krita-white-salento/,White Blend,2008,L'Astore Masseria ,Red,US,"A fruity, black cherry nose is accented with leather and forest floor scents. The flavors follow, with smoke and licorice wrapped into the black fruits. Tannins show black tea and a hint of bitterness.",,30,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Zimri Cellars 2008 Merlot (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zimri-cellars-2008-merlot-southern-umpqua-valley/,Merlot,2008,Zimri Cellars 14.5,White,South Africa,"This is an easy pleaser with typical Chard flavors of ripe red apple and pear accented by toast. There's a hint of beeswax in the bouquet, while the nutty oak notes linger through the solid finish.",Cathedral Cellar,17,86,Western Cape,,,KWV 2008 Cathedral Cellar Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2008-cathedral-cellar-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2008,KWV 12,Red,Greece,"Juicy raspberry, plum, cherry and vanilla aromas give this red blend a mouthwatering start. On the palate, wooded spice, currants and pepper flavors are clean and spicy. Approachable and versatile.",Vin de Crete,17,86,Crete,,,Kourtaki 2008 Vin de Crete Red (Crete),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kourtaki-2008-vin-crete-red-crete/,Red Blend,2008,Kourtaki 14.5,Red,US,"A little rough around the edges, with some irregular tannins and a few green notes, but otherwise fine and dry. The silky texture frames Life Saver cherry candy flavors.",,35,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lincourt 2008 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lincourt-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lincourt 14.4,Red,US,"Oak dominates this wine, in the form of vanilla, caramel and buttered toast. Under that are simple but tasty flavors of cherries and raspberries. It's a silky, creamy Pinot Noir for drinking now.",,25,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mossback 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mossback-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Mossback 13,White,South Africa,"This Chard might be unwooded, but it's not short on character. Medium weight with solid ripe apple and pear flavors partnered with interesting accents of honeysuckle and pineapple. Straightforward and simple but very easy to enjoy.",Fantail Unwooded,12,86,Western Cape,,,Morgenhof 2008 Fantail Unwooded Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgenhof-2008-fantail-unwooded-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2008,Morgenhof 13,White,Italy,"Incontro (encounter in Italian) is a ripe, fruit-forward Soave with plenty of pretty peach and floral tones. This is a crisp, food-friendly white wine that would work with appetizers and fried calamari.",Incontro,20,86,Veneto,Soave,,Albino Armani 2007 Incontro (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-armani-2007-incontro-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2007,Albino Armani 12,White,US,"With alcohol of just 12% the suspicion is that this wine has significant residual sugar; but once you taste it, you realize it's actually finished dry. Despite the delicate fruit flavors—melon and white grape—it does not seem underripe; it's quite Euro in style, and delightful as an apéritif.",,12,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Airlie 2008 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airlie-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2008,Airlie 12,White,Austria,"A soft, creamy wine, lightly textured with pear and apple juice flavors. It's immediately attractive, a delicious wine for apéritifs.",Veltlinsky,13,86,Niederösterreich,,,Graf Hardegg 2009 Veltlinsky Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-hardegg-2009-veltlinsky-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Graf Hardegg 13,Red,Austria,"A pale-colored wine, tasting of strawberry jam, soft tannins and acidity. It is certainly cool-climate Pinot Noir, in its light texture and likelihood of early drinking.",Steinbügel Reserve,35,86,Niederösterreich,,,Graf Hardegg 2007 Steinbügel Reserve Pinot Noir (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graf-hardegg-2007-steinbugel-reserve-pinot-noir-niederosterreich/,Pinot Noir,2007,Graf Hardegg 13,Red,Italy,"Ripe and intense aromas of cherry, ripe raspberry and almond are backed by lingering tones of clove, cinnamon and allspice. The wine is rich and long lasting and would make a great pairing pasta to pasta al forno.",,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2007 Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2007-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2007,Feudo Principi di Butera 13,White,Italy,"Fresh, tonic and redolent of cut grass, citrus and stone fruit, here's a great fish or tuna salad wine from sunny Sicily. The grape used is Grillo and the wine offers bright crispness on the close.",D'Incanto,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Fattorie Azzolino 2008 D'Incanto Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattorie-azzolino-2008-dincanto-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2008,Fattorie Azzolino 13,White,Italy,"The Trebbiano di Lugana grape offers smooth texture with bright aromas of ripe fruit, apricot and honeydew. Thanks to that extra structure, you can pair this wine with pasta or chicken salad.",Pievecroce,,86,Lombardy,Lugana,,Costaripa 2008 Pievecroce (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costaripa-2008-pievecroce-italian-white-trebbiano-lugana-lugana/,Trebbiano di Lugana,2008,Costaripa 14,Red,South Africa,"Tasty and satisfying, especially for the price, with notes of plum flesh, strawberry and blueberry in the nose and mouth. Lean but so drinkable with soft mocha and pepper spice unfolding on the solid finish. Drink now.",Young Vines,11,86,Stellenbosch,,,DeWaal 2009 Young Vines Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dewaal-2009-young-vines-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2009,DeWaal 13,White,Italy,"This blend of Verdicchio, Chardonnay and Trebbiano offers bright crispness and pretty flavors of peach, citrus and cantaloupe. This easygoing white plays its best cards in the mouth and would pair with shrimp cocktail or scallops.",Valdicia,15,86,Central Italy,Marche,,Conti Leopardi di San Leopardo 2008 Valdicia White (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-leopardi-san-leopardo-2008-valdicia-white-marche/,White Blend,2008,Conti Leopardi di San Leopardo 13,Rose,Italy,"This Negroamaro-based rosé from the south of Italy boasts a bright pink color with ruby hues and aromas of white cherry, raspberry, cranberry and pink rose. In fact, pretty floral aromas do a nice job of filling in the back.",Negroamaro Rosato,,86,Southern Italy,Salento,,Cantele 2009 Negroamaro Rosato Rosé (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantele-2009-negroamaro-rosato-rose-salento/,Rosé,2009,Cantele 14.5,Red,South Africa,"An intersting and fruit-forward Cape blend composed of 57% Pinotage, 23% Shiraz, 14% Cab Sauv and 6% Merlot. Kirsch and red plum along with subtle accents of rubber and tar fill the profile. Soft and quite easygoing with low tannins and a short finish.",Synergy Cape Blend,18,86,Stellenbosch,,,Beyerskloof 2007 Synergy Cape Blend Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beyerskloof-2007-synergy-cape-blend-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2007,Beyerskloof 12.5,Red,Italy,"The impression on first impact is one of balance and harmony. It's a bright, ruby-colored Bardolino with fruit notes of blueberry and raspberry that work well with the wine's natural crispness. It is also characterized by a polished, drying finish that would pair with most Mediterranean dishes.",Terra Rossa,,86,Veneto,Bardolino Classico,,Bertoldi 2009 Terra Rossa (Bardolino Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertoldi-2009-terra-rossa-red-bardolino-classico/,Corvina,2009,Bertoldi 12,White,Italy,"This is a perfect wine to buy by the case to keep at hand for informal occasions with family and friends. It delivers clean aromas of citrus, peach and pear and keeps the tongue refreshed with its bright crispness",,13,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Bertani 2009 Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2009-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Bertani 13,Red,Italy,"Montefalco Rosso is a blend of Sangiovese, Sagrantino and Merlot from Umbria in central Italy with aromas of cherry, wild berry, spice and cola. The wine is light and easy-going and would make a good partner to pizza or simple pasta dishes.",,14,86,Central Italy,Montefalco Rosso,,Benincasa 2006 Montefalco Rosso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benincasa-2006-red-montefalco-rosso/,Red Blend,2006,Benincasa 14,White,South Africa,Here's a bright Sauvignon Blanc with appealing accents of baby powder and orange blossom running through the dominant nectarine and tangerine aromas and flavors. The mouth is surprisingly round but the finish is mouthwatering and clean.,,13,86,Stellenbosch,,,Beau Joubert 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beau-joubert-2009-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Beau Joubert 13.5,White,Italy,Viognier does well in warm climates and this Sicilian expression of the French grape shows pretty floral nuances backed by white almond and orange blossom. Pair this wine with sea bass grilled in lemon leaves or fried squid.,Terre di Ginestra,18,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Calatrasi 2008 Terre di Ginestra Viognier (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calatrasi-2008-terre-ginestra-viognier-sicilia/,Viognier,2008,Calatrasi 12.5,White,Italy,"Truly delicious, with bright mineral tones that are wrapped tight around aromas of citrus, peach and Golden Delicious apple. There's soft creaminess in the mouth and loads of bright intensity that makes it easy to love and easy to drink.",Sella,,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Sartori 2009 Sella (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2009-sella-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Sartori 12.5,Red,Italy,Here's an older expression of Barbera from the Oltrepò Pavese region near Milan that shows shy complexity and sweet spice and pepper like notes. There is a prune and plum fruit component here that suggest the wine has held up nicely over the years (but probably won't last much longer). Drink now.,,,87,Lombardy,Oltrepò Pavese,,Sant'Andrea 2005 Barbera (Oltrepò Pavese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santandrea-2005-barbera-oltrepo-pavese/,Barbera,2005,Sant'Andrea 14.5,Red,US,"Forward and candied in raspberries and cherries, this is a tasty wine, dry and crisp in acidity, but it's a bit direct and one-dimensional right now. Depends for its appeal on sheer, ripe fruitiness. With these wines, you never know where they'll go.",Annahala Vineyard,50,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Expression 39 2007 Annahala Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/expression-39-2007-annahala-vineyard-pinot-noir-anderson-valley-125342/,Pinot Noir,2007,Expression 39 13,Red,Italy,"This is an elegant expression of Syrah that relies on a clean presentation of ripe fruit aromas. You'll recognize mineral tones, black pepper and wild berry: The mouthfeel is plush and soft.",Case Ibidini,16,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2008 Case Ibidini Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2008-case-ibidini-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2008,Valle dell'Acate 13.8,Red,US,"Racy and dry, this delicious Pinot Noir offers very pleasant flavors of cherries, currants and cola. It feels silky in the mouth, with zesty acidity for balance. A great value, but case production was only 1,000.",Discovery,11,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Q 2009 Discovery Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/q-2009-discovery-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Q 14,Red,Argentina,"As the higher-end 2008s hit the market, the vintage's underwhelming character is confirmed via wines like this. Oaky and rubbery on the nose, with scattered, lean berry fruit flavors and bitterness. Like many '08s, it's short on richness and comes across unfocused. That said, it's still a good wine that's not badly made.",Signature,25,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Susana Balbo 2008 Signature Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/susana-balbo-2008-signature-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Susana Balbo 14.1,White,US,"This is a strongly flavored wine with flavors of fresh pineapples, limes, lemons and vanilla. It has a tangy taste of minerals that grounds it. As fruity as it is, it finishes fully dry. Good now with Asian-inspired fare.",Estate,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2009 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2009-estate-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Stolpman 13,White,Italy,"This pretty Trebbiano offers aromas of peach, candied fruit and apricot. There's a freshness to the aromas that translates into crisp and snappy zest in the mouth. Drink this generous wine with seafood or white meat.",Aternum,16,87,Central Italy,Trebbiano d'Abruzzo,,Talamonti 2008 Aternum (Trebbiano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talamonti-2008-aternum-italian-white-trebbiano-trebbiano-dabruzzo/,Trebbiano,2008,Talamonti 14,Red,Argentina,"Concentrated, dark and clean for a basic 2008 Cabernet, with full but generic berry aromas and a pinch of rubber. The body is good and so is the structure, and overall the wine's roasted berry flavors blend well with sweet vanilla and caramel. Very good for value-priced Argentine CS.",,12,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Septima 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/septima-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Septima 13,Red,Germany,"A selection from the Würzburger Innere Leiste, this wine offers something of a conundrum: the aromas and flavors are on one hand those of cooked or stewed fruit, while at the same time the wine is light-bodied, silky and vibrant. Worth a try.",Montonia,65,87,Franken,,,Weingut Am Stein 2007 Montonia Spätburgunder (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-am-stein-2007-montonia-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-franken/,Spätburgunder,2007,Weingut Am Stein 14.5,Red,US,"A soft, herbal Cabernet, with sage, dill, tobacco, black cherry and mulberry flavors. It's very dry, and has a certain elegance.",Diamond Dust Vineyard,20,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Trig Point 2007 Diamond Dust Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trig-point-2007-diamond-dust-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Trig Point 15.2,Red,US,"Tastes like there's some residual sugar in this sweet Zin. It's almost a dessert wine, like a raspberry and cherry pie, with a sweet berry liqueur finish. The alcohol is 15.2%.",Westside,19,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2008 Westside Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2008-westside-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Peachy Canyon 12.5,White,Italy,Falanghina is a bright and tonic white wine and this expression from the Sannio appellation in southern Italy is no exception. The wine is driven by drying mineral tones as well as fresh aromas of apple and pear.,,20,87,Southern Italy,Sannio,,Mastroberardino 2008 Falanghina (Sannio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2008-italian-white-falanghina-sannio/,Falanghina,2008,Mastroberardino 12.5,White,Italy,"Lacryma Christi (made from native Coda di Volpe grapes) is a special wine. It doesn't give much at first, but as time passes in the glass, the wine delivers mineral tones, citrus and stone fruit. It's a great match to seafood.",,20,87,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Mastroberardino 2008 Coda di Volpe (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2008-italian-white-coda-volpe-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,Coda di Volpe,2008,Mastroberardino ,Red,US,"Clean and fruity, this 2008 vintage drinks more like a 2007—light, elegant, with tart, strawberry fruit flavors. It's pleasant but ethereal; a little more concentration would be a plus.",Temperance Hill,40,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Panther Creek 2008 Temperance Hill Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2008-temperance-hill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Panther Creek 13.2,Red,US,"This excellent Dundee Hills vineyard supports a well-made, rather delicate wine, reflective of the lighter 2007 vintage. Strawberry fruit and tea-flavored tannins combine in a balanced, lightly tart, fairly simple Pinot Noir.",Vista Hills Vineyard,40,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Panther Creek 2007 Vista Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2007-vista-hills-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Panther Creek 14,White,Italy,"A luminous and expressive interpretation of Vermentino that boasts Mediterranean accents of dried sage, basil, white mineral, citrus and stone fruit. This is the quintessential wine to pair with grilled fish.",Stellato,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Pala 2009 Stellato (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2009-stellato-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2009,Pala 13,White,Italy,"Turbiana (also known as Trebbiano di Lugana) grapes shape this luminous, freshly aromatic white wine. Aromas here include peach, apricot, yellow rose, citrus blossom and light touches of crushed mineral. The wine is compact and drying on the finish. Pair with fresh water fish such as salmon or trout.",Le Creete,,87,Lombardy,Lugana,,Ottella 2009 Le Creete (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ottella-2009-le-creete-italian-white-trebbiano-lugana-lugana/,Trebbiano di Lugana,2009,Ottella 14.5,Red,France,"This is a food-friendly wine with great balance but not an overly assertive character. Small black currant, black berry and cherry notes are augmented by hints of soft dried herbs, vanilla bean and minerality. The mouth is medium weight with soft tannins that carry through to the rich boysenberry-flavored finish.",Le Régal du Loup,20,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Loup Blanc 2008 Le Régal du Loup Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loup-blanc-2008-le-regal-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Loup Blanc 13.9,White,US,"One of the few Chenin Blancs from Santa Ynez Valley, and a pretty one. Made with a bit of oak, it's dry and acidic, as the variety should be in California, with citrus, floral and mineral flavors.",Jurassic Park,16,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Field Recordings 2008 Jurassic Park Chenin Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/field-recordings-2008-jurassic-park-chenin-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2008,Field Recordings 13,Red,Italy,"Here's a plump and ripe Merlot from Sicily with loads of cherry, blackberry and spice intensity. The wine is smooth and soft on the finish and offers a bright, cherry-driven fade. Pair this wine with marinated lamb chops.",,17,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2008 Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2008-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2008,Feudo Principi di Butera 13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's an easy but very well-priced Merlot from Sicily that would pair with a long list of pasta, chicken and home cooked meat dishes. Aromas include cherry, spice and almond: The mouthfeel is simple, clean and tight.",Stemmari,9,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2008 Stemmari Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2008-stemmari-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2008,Feudo Arancio 13.5,Red,Italy,"There's a full, ripe quality to this Sicilian Merlot that recalls cherry or blackberry preserves with spice, cinnamon and a touch of clove. The wine is very smooth on the palate with loads of cherry intensity on the close.",Stemmari,9,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Arancio 2007 Stemmari Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-arancio-2007-stemmari-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2007,Feudo Arancio 13,Rose,France,"The palest pink/grey color and crushed strawberry aromas, create a delicious anticipation for this fresh, bright and rounded wine. It has some weight balanced with a lively acidity and a final, soft aftertaste.",,,87,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Domaine St Aix 2009 Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-st-aix-2009-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2009,Domaine St Aix 13,White,Italy,"This rare late-harvest Soave shows elegant and refined aromas of honey, dried apricot, almond and pineapple backed by drying mineral touches. The texture shows delicious thickness, succulence and the wine glides smoothly over the palate, driven by its silky glycerin and creamy extraction.",I Tarai,,87,Veneto,Soave,,Corte Moschina 2008 I Tarai (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-moschina-2008-i-tarai-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2008,Corte Moschina 13.5,Red,Italy,"Perricone is a little- known native variety found in southern Italy that delivers ripe fruit aromas of blackberry, currants and some distant notes of smoked bacon or bresaola. The wine is luscious, succulent and slightly sweet on the close.",Sachia,20,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Caruso & Minini 2007 Sachia Perricone (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caruso-minini-2007-sachia-italian-red-perricone-sicilia/,Perricone,2007,Caruso & Minini 14,White,Italy,"Pecorino is a naturally structured and intense white wine that delivers aromas of pear, peach and butterscotch. In the mouth this native variety offers smooth, silky richness and long lasting density.",,28,87,Central Italy,Terre di Chieti,,Cantina Tollo 2008 Pecorino (Terre di Chieti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-tollo-2008-italian-white-pecorino-terre-chieti/,Pecorino,2008,Cantina Tollo 13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a ripe and generous expression of Bardolino Superiore (made from a traditional blend of Veronese grapes) that shows mature aromas of black cherry, blueberry and raspberry. The wine shows very good density and consistency and it leaves a lasting impression of ripe berry flavors that would stand up beautifully to aged cheese.",,,87,Veneto,Bardolino Classico Superiore,,Cantina Caorsa 2007 Bardolino Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-caorsa-2007-red-bardolino-classico-superiore/,Corvina,2007,Cantina Caorsa 13,White,Italy,"Here's an exemplary Soave Classico with a vibrant, luminous appearance and inviting aromas of white flower, dried sage, honey, peach and Golden Delicious apple. It washes clean over the tongue thanks to its natural consistency and fresh acidity.",Brognoligo,,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Cecilia Beretta 2009 Brognoligo (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecilia-beretta-2009-brognoligo-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Cecilia Beretta 13,Red,Greece,"Sweet cedar, cigarbox and allspice lead the nose on this embraceable Greek red. On the palate, soft tannins, bright red fruit and spice offer a clean, dry character. The finish is smoky and lingering. Not overly complicated but definitely a fine Greek red.",Estate,22,87,Naoussa,,,Chrisohoou 2005 Estate Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chrisohoou-2005-estate-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,2005,Chrisohoou ,Red,US,"The aromas bring a noticeable funk along with the fruit, which seems to be muted by the leathery components. For some tasters this is character, for others it suggests a bit of brett. Soft flavors of red berry and cherry continue into a lightly chocolatey finish.",Nicholas Estate,30,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Anam Cara 2008 Nicholas Estate Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anam-cara-2008-nicholas-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Anam Cara 12,Red,Germany,"Quite subdued on the nose, with delicate notes of mixed wild berries and a savory earthiness. Light-bodied and refreshing, with soft tannins and moderate intensity of red berries: cranberries, loganberries and wild strawberries. Fairly simple, but an honest, pale ruby-colored wine.",,10,87,Pfalz,,,Bree 2009 Pinot Noir (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bree-2009-pinot-noir-pfalz/,Pinot Noir,2009,Bree ,Red,US,"This limited-reserve bottling captures pretty cherry fruit, opens well, holds firm and then fades. It has a little more fruit and more polished tannins than the regular estate.",First Class,60,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Benton-Lane 2008 First Class Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benton-lane-2008-first-class-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Benton-Lane 12.5,Sparkling,US,"A nice brut style wine with plenty of flavor. Satisfies for its range of citrus fruits, strawberries, vanilla and brioche. Very rich and delicate, although it's a little coarse. Drink now.",J Cuvée 20,22,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery NV J Cuvée 20 Sparkling (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-nv-j-cuvee-20-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sparkling Blend,,J Vineyards & Winery 14,White,South Africa,"Medium intense aromas of green fig, hard peach and fresh herbs dominate the bouquet, and the riper fruit flavors continue on the fleshy palate. The weight is lifted by accents of clementine citrus that shines through on the close. Drink now.",,20,87,Constantia,,,Groot Constantia 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groot-constantia-2009-sauvignon-blanc-constantia/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Groot Constantia 14.7,Red,US,"This blend is a nice wine to drink now. It's soft and fruity, with delicious black cherry, mocha, vanilla, anise and cinnamon spice flavors.",Taureau Y3,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jax 2008 Taureau Y3 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jax-2008-taureau-y3-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Jax 14.7,Red,US,"Tons of blackberry, black cherry and cassis fruit in this wine. Really impresses for sheer ripeness and varietal purity. Lots of sweet, smoky oak adds to the volume. For all the richness, it's bone dry, with firm tannins. Not one for the cellar, so drink up now.",,33,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Janzen 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/janzen-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Janzen 13.5,White,South Africa,"Chalky but ripe with red pear, melon and yellow floral components throughout. Medium weight and balanced with a clean, toasted almond milk infused finish. Drink now.",,28,87,Stellenbosch,,,Hartenberg 2007 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartenberg-2007-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2007,Hartenberg 13.5,Red,Italy,"Franz Haas, one of Italy's best producers from the north, has recently ventured into winemaking in the deep south. This shows great purity of fruit with aromas of raspberry, cherry, white almond and some lingering spice.",Heart,14,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Kris 2007 Heart Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kris-2007-heart-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2007,Kris ,White,US,"If you like that bite of gooseberry and dry, green grass and hay flavors, this is for you. It's dry and tart in acidity, made richer with citrus fruit, white flower and vanilla. Would be great with goat cheese.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara,3CV 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/3cv-2009-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-happy-canyon-santa-barbara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,3CV ,Red,US,"Light and pretty, with strawberry fruit sporting a spicy top. This is carefully made, pleasing and varietal, and does not push too hard. Tannins could soften up a bit with a little more bottle age.",La Colina Vineyard,25,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Zimri Cellars 2007 La Colina Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zimri-cellars-2007-colina-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2007,Zimri Cellars 14,Red,Italy,"Here's a ripe and jammy wine that shows aromas of blackberry preserves and candied plum that are typical of warm climate winemaking. Sweet, slightly astringent, tones pop up on the end and give this wine a determined, powerful finish.",Aquilae,,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 2007 Aquilae Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticultori-associati-canicatti-2007-aquilae-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Viticultori Associati Canicatti 14.2,White,Argentina,"A touch creamy and showing fresh corn and haystack on the nose, but in the mouth it's plump, good and mild, with fleshy white fruit flavors sitting in front of a smooth, lightly pithy finish. Yes, it's another warm-climate tropical Chardonnay. But it's a good one that's easy to drink.",Catena,20,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2009 Catena Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2009-catena-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Bodega Catena Zapata 13.5,Red,Italy,"Fun, simple and highly driven by dark fruit characteristics, this informal expression is a versatile partner to most meat or pasta recipes. The aromas include ripe fruit, blackberry and loads of cherry.",,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cantine Barbera 2008 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-barbera-2008-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2008,Cantine Barbera 12.5,Red,France,"With wood aging, firm dark tannins and definite toasty elements, this is a dark wine. It has elegant black fruits that are layered with acidity. The tannins, though, are still dense, and the wine needs time to come into balance.",,13,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Famaey 2006 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-famaey-2006-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2006,Château Famaey 12,White,France,"The aroma is intensely herbal, while the palate has a richer apricot and pear character. There is an attractive spice element from the Muscadelle in the blend, with acidity giving a final lift.",,9,87,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château Bélingard 2009 White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belingard-2009-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château Bélingard 13,White,South Africa,"There's a nice complexity to this wine with hints of chalk, fresh honeysuckle and a touch of green pepper spice among the typical sweet grass and citrus characteristics. Balanced with appropriately assertive acidity and a crisp but lingering finish.",,15,87,Constantia,,,Buitenverwachting 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buitenverwachting-2009-sauvignon-blanc-constantia/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Buitenverwachting 11.5,White,Greece,"Floral and alluring with a bright lemon spin, the aromas of this Moschofilero are both feminine and crisp. On the palate, the wine has lushness, with orange blossom, melon, citrus flavors delivered in creamy wave. Overall, a pretty wine with an elegant flair.",,17,87,Mantinia,,,Boutari 2009 Moschofilero (Mantinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boutari-2009-greek-white-moschofilero-mantinia/,Moschofilero,2009,Boutari 15.8,Red,US,"Rather strong and direct now, with jammy raspberry and cherry flavors. Although the wine is dry, it tastes sweet in caramelly oak and fruity extract as well as glycerine. It's a rich, flashy wine, but lacks some subtlety.",Jenkins Ranch,45,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Patz & Hall 2008 Jenkins Ranch Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-2008-jenkins-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Patz & Hall 13,White,South Africa,"The bouquet immediately draws you in with aromas of sweet pea florals, fresh grass, ripe gooseberry and preserved Meyer lemon. The medium-weight mouths offers slightly riper nuances of stone fruit but ends with a tangy citrus-infused finish.",,12,87,Western Cape,,,Partnership Vineyards 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/partnership-2009-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Partnership Vineyards 16.1,Red,US,"Fruity and soft, this Zinfandel has flavors of raspberry and cherry pie filling, raspberry liqueur, chocolate and spices. It's very high in alcohol, and hot, with a Porty sweetness.",The Vortex,36,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2008 The Vortex Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2008-the-vortex-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Peachy Canyon 14.1,Red,US,"This is a tough, tannic and difficult wine to enjoy or evaluate now. It's full-bodied and dry, with good blackberry and currant flavors, and is well constructed. But it's very astringent; cellar it and see what happens. Try after 2013.",Journey,135,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Matanzas Creek 2007 Journey Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2007-journey-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Matanzas Creek 13.9,White,US,"Packs plenty of punch into an inexpensive, everyday Chardonnay. With brisk, tangy acidity, it offers rich, appealing flavors of pineapples, green apples, vanilla and sweet, creamy butter.",Discovery,11,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Q 2009 Discovery Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/q-2009-discovery-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Q 13.8,Red,US,"There is a lot going on in this affordable Cabernet. It shows real character in the dryness, firm tannins and classic flavors of blackberries and cedar, with a tug of herbs. A full-bodied red wine, and a great restaurant pour.",,14,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Q 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/q-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Q 13.7,Red,US,"Dry and tannic, with intense blackberry and cassis flavors. It's strong and dense and impressive, with a wonderful mouthfeel. Will it age? Open now through 2014 and see what happens.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Mossback 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mossback-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Mossback 13,White,Italy,"This Soave Classico from the 2007 vintage opens with a saturated, golden color and mature notes of apricot, honey and melon. There's a distinctive mineral note at the back that puts an elegant spin on those ripe fruit flavors.",Casette Foscarin,20,87,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Monte Tondo 2007 Casette Foscarin (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-tondo-2007-casette-foscarin-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2007,Monte Tondo 14.8,Red,US,"Wonderfully smooth in the mouth, all satin and velvet, and so dry and crisp, it makes your mouth water. Good flavors, too, suggesting freshly picked wild blackberries, anise and black pepper. There's just a trace of some unripe fruit, however, that turns vegetal. Drink now.",,70,87,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Arkenstone 2006 Syrah (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arkenstone-2006-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-howell-mountain/,Syrah,2006,Arkenstone 13.5,Red,US,"A fairly standard Zin that plays it right down the middle. It's dry, clean and spicy, with wild berry and tobacco flavors wrapped into smooth tannins. Drink now.",,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2007 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2007-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2007,Sebastiani 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Bold and minty, with no shortage of tarry, rubbery black-fruit aromas. The palate is full, meaty, tough and tannic, with heat and candied, confected flavors that suggest chocolate-covered cherry and kirsch. Finishes sweet and candied, with average structure and stuffing.",Reserve,18,85,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2009 Reserve Syrah (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2009-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-tupungato/,Syrah,2009,Finca Sophenia 13.5,Red,US,"A little rough and ready, with some uneven tannins and green fruit, but it's got a nice, dry feeling, with enough cherry and red currant flavors to satisfy.",,18,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Ranch 2008 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-ranch-2008-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2008,Rutherford Ranch 13.9,White,US,An everyday Chardonnay with a creamy texture and oak-inspired buttered toast notes. The underlying fruit has pineapple and orange flavors.,,18,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mossback 2009 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mossback-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Mossback 14,Red,South Africa,This is a clean and easy-drinking Shiraz loaded with ripe fruit flavors of raspberry and blueberry alongside a hint of mocha. Medium weight with soft tannins and a fleck of pepper on the finish.,,10,85,Robertson,,,Rooiberg 2009 Shiraz (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rooiberg-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-robertson/,Shiraz,2009,Rooiberg 14,Red,Argentina,"Full but roasted and rubbery, with baked berry aromas leading to a thick, semistewed palate with dark berry and vanilla flavors. The palate is big but choppy, and the finish is also thick and tannic. Definitely round and meaty, but slips to the stewy side.",Classic,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2009 Classic Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2009-classic-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Alta Vista 12.5,White,Italy,"Made from a blend of native grapes Garganega and Trebbiano, this luminous Soave opens with bright aromas of lemon zest, peach and Golden Delicious apple. It takes on a very lively personality in the mouth thanks to its bright freshness and those tangy lemony tones.",Vigneto Terre Lunghe,,85,Veneto,Soave,,Agostino Vicentini 2009 Vigneto Terre Lunghe (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agostino-vicentini-2009-vigneto-terre-lunghe-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2009,Agostino Vicentini 13.5,White,Argentina,"Aromas of buttercup, melon and lychee maintain their basic freshness but seem on the heavy side. The palate is similar; it's both chalky and heavy. Flavors of apple, melon and nectarine are solid but slightly bitter, and the finish is grabby and sticky.",Reserva Unoaked,10,85,Other,Salta,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2009 Reserva Unoaked Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2009-reserva-unoaked-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2009,Terrazas de Los Andes 8.5,White,Germany,"Pale lemon color. There's a slightly resinous nose with strong earthy overtones and hints of citrus. Racy, almost tart and a bit jagged across the palate. Moderate flavor intensity of lemon and grapefruit sherbet. Lacks some flesh, and finishes a touch short.",Castle Hill Trarbacher Schlossberg Kabinett,24,84,Mosel,,,Max Wagner 2008 Castle Hill Trarbacher Schlossberg Kabinett Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/max-wagner-2008-castle-hill-trarbacher-schlossberg-kabinett-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Max Wagner 15.7,Red,US,"A little unripe, with a vegetal, asparagus aroma that's off-putting. Tastes better than it smells, turning smoothly dry and rich in tannins, with satisfying blackberry and beef teriyaki flavors. But the unripeness shows up again in the finish.",Mandala,39,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Big Basin 2007 Mandala Syrah (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-basin-2007-mandala-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Syrah,2007,Big Basin 13.5,White,US,"Very light in color and, alas, pleasing flavors, this 100% Sauvignon Blanc from the Langtry Estate's organically farmed Lillie VIneyard begins with guava and coconut, very tropical, but gives in too easily to a not quite ideal level of sweetness and a finish that can only be described, unhappily, as bitter.",Lillie Vineyard,20,84,California,Lake County,Guenoc Valley,Langtry 2009 Lillie Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Guenoc Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langtry-2009-lillie-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-guenoc-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Langtry 13,White,Argentina,"Light and airy, with orange blossom and powdered sugar aromas. The palate is round and offers enough crisp acidity to keep the wine's lychee and lemon-lime flavors moving in the right direction. Reasonably good for ten bucks.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2010 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2010-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Bodega Norton 13.7,Red,Argentina,"Big, rubbery and smoky, with exotic fruit aromas that seem roasted. The palate is tough, tannic and clipped, with herbal, thick flavors of berry, baking spices and coffee. Finishes big but flat and hard, with lasting herbal flavors.",,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Alamos 12,White,Italy,"Tai is an indigenous grape found in northern Italy that offers sweet aromas of honeysuckle, orange blossom, butterscotch and caramel. It leaves a strong aromatic mark on the palate and should be paired with foods cooked with herbs or basil.",,10,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Bonotto delle Tezze 2009 Tai (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonotto-delle-tezze-2009-italian-white-tai-veneto/,Tai,2009,Bonotto delle Tezze 13.5,Rose,Italy,This is a dark ruby rosé wine with a subdued nose that is accented by raspberry and cassis aromas. The wine shows sharp acidity and some almond like bitterness on the close.,Cretara,10,84,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Cerasuolo,,Carlo Mario Margiotta 2007 Cretara (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Cerasuolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlo-mario-margiotta-2007-cretara-rose-montepulciano-dabruzzo-cerasuolo/,Rosé,2007,Carlo Mario Margiotta 12.5,Red,Italy,"Vigne Alte Bardolino boats a very immediate delivery of aromas that come forth as wild berry, white cherry and red apple. This is a simple and genuine wine with good intensity and purity. It leaves the palate clean and refreshed thanks to the natural freshness it imparts on the close.",Vigne Alte,,84,Veneto,Bardolino Classico,,Zeni 2009 Vigne Alte (Bardolino Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zeni-2009-vigne-alte-red-bardolino-classico/,Corvina,2009,Zeni 12.5,White,Italy,"A Sicilian blend of Catarratto and Chardonnay, Capo Soprano lends the green fruit aromas of the first variety, with the peachy creaminess of the second. It's an easy-going expression with a compact, short feel in the mouth.",,,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Capo Soprano 2008 White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fazio-2008-capo-soprano-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,Capo Soprano 13.5,White,US,"Simple, soft and sweet, with buttered popcorn, buttered toast and sugared pineapple jam flavors. Nice acidity, though, and a nice creamy texture.",,15,84,California,California Other,California,Spellbound 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spellbound-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Spellbound 13,White,Italy,"This Sauvignon Blanc from Sicily offers strange aromas of menthol or peppermint over a thin, compact body. It offers nice freshness and a cooling, crisp close.",Coste all'Ombra,22,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Maurigi 2009 Coste all'Ombra Sauvignon Blanc (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maurigi-2009-coste-allombra-sauvignon-blanc-sicilia/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Maurigi 14,Red,South Africa,"Here's a short and simple Shiraz that goes down easy with fleshy berry and red plum flavors. There's a hint of earthiness and to the bouquet, and the palate is soft and approachable with low tannins and acidity.",,9,84,Western Cape,,,Tall Horse 2009 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tall-horse-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2009,Tall Horse 9.5,White,Germany,"From one of Germany's biggest cooperative wineries, this is a pleasant, if somewhat modestly concentrated Riesling. Apple and citrus flavors don't show a ton of complexity, but they're clean and varietally correct, with the sugar balanced by adequate acids. Drink now.",,16,84,Mosel,,,Moselland 2008 Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moselland-2008-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Moselland 12.5,White,Italy,"Simple, clean and linear, this Soave Classico delivers aromas of honey, peach, dried herbs and mineral in a direct and sincere manner. There's sharp crispness here that helps keep the palate refreshed and the wine can be happily served at picnics.",Montecletha,,84,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Le Crosare 2008 Montecletha (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-crosare-2008-montecletha-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Le Crosare 14.1,White,US,"A sound, everyday Sauvignon Blanc. It has ripe citrus fruit flavors that are jammy sweet, with crisp acidity.",Tolleson High Corniche,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2009 Tolleson High Corniche Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2009-tolleson-high-corniche-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Parkers Estate 13.5,White,Argentina,"A bit gaseous on the nose, with cidery apple aromas. The palate is waxy, oily and heavy, with chunky melon and papaya flavors. Meaty and full-bodied for a value-priced Chard, but also heavy and struggling for balance.",Urban Uco,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,O. Fournier 2008 Urban Uco Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2008-urban-uco-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2008,O. Fournier 14,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery and muddled at first, then more clarity arises with airing. The palate is firm, rather lean and acidic, with angular berry and cassis flavors. Finishes on the sharp side, with snappy, pointed acidity and crispness.",,,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Serrera 2008 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serrera-2008-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Serrera 12.5,White,US,"Lots of Chard fans will like the ripe pineapple and lime fruit, creamy texture and oaky flavors of buttered toast and vanilla. It's a little sweet, but Central Coast acidity helps to balance.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Coastline 2009 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastline-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Coastline 13.5,Red,Italy,"This well-priced Merlot has jammy aromas of cherry and blackberry folded within spice and leather. The wine is raw, chewy and succulent on the close.",,10,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Lagaria 2008 Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagaria-2008-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2008,Lagaria 12,White,Greece,"Exotic fruit and floral aromas start this Moshocfilero-Roditis blend. On the palate, lush orange cream, lemon zest, peach and melon unfold. A bigger white with flair. Pair with fruit, salads.",Moscofilero-Rhoditis,17,84,Peloponnese,,,Kourtaki 2008 Moscofilero-Rhoditis White (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kourtaki-2008-moscofilero-rhoditis-white-peloponnese/,White Blend,2008,Kourtaki 12.5,Red,Greece,"Bright cherry and red currant aromas are followed by flavors of currant, cedar, spice and black tea in this assertive red. Clean, perky and fresh, it's a fun everyday wine that will pair well with grilled meat dishes, tomato-based pasta dishes and hard cheeses.",,12,84,Nemea,,,Kouros 2006 Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kouros-2006-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2006,Kouros 13.8,Red,US,"A first whiff suggests rather dank scents of moist, subterranean earth. In the mouth it turns candied, like a cherry soda. The two components do not seem to fit together, and the acids linger through a chalky finish.",,20,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,J. Daan 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-daan-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,J. Daan 13.3,White,US,"Good value in a dry, zesty Monterey Chardonnay. Marked by crisp, mouthwatering acidity, it offers simple flavors of tropical fruits, buttercream and vanilla.",,7,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Hilltown 2009 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hilltown-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Hilltown 13,White,Greece,"Lemon, citrus and spice lead on the nose of this easy-drinking Chardonnay. Clean, fresh citrus flavors are intertwined with honey and vanilla accents. The finish is spicy and lingering.",,17,84,Atalanti Valley,,,Hatzi Michalis 2008 Chardonnay (Atalanti Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hatzi-michalis-2008-chardonnay-atalanti-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Hatzi Michalis ,Red,US,"Very light and delicate, despite the garnet color, this is sharply acidic—too much for the ephemeral fruit. There are floral notes and some pretty cherry accents, then it turns hard and bitter in the finish.",Vendemia Vineyard Reserve,42,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cubanisimo Vineyards 2008 Vendemia Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cubanisimo-2008-vendemia-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cubanisimo Vineyards 12.5,Red,Italy,"The Cielo Group has been making Italian wines for more than a century and this Sicilian expression of Sangiovese delivers easy aromas of ripe cherry, vanilla and almond. It's an informal, one-dimensional wine that would pair with easy pasta dishes.",,,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cielo e Terra 2008 Sangiovese (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cielo-e-terra-2008-sangiovese-sicilia/,Sangiovese,2008,Cielo e Terra 13.5,White,US,"Creamy and a little unripe, with a vegetal edge to the citrus and pear flavors. It's dry, acidic and clean. Works for everyday fare.",,25,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Eagles Landing 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eagles-landing-2008-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Eagles Landing 14.8,Red,Argentina,"Hefty but kind of flat on the bouquet, with tomato and herb aromas. The palate has tannic bite and dark, candied flavors of sweet berry and burnt brown sugar. Finishes peppery, with a lingering candied, burnt sweetness.",Roble,13,84,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Viamonte 2009 Roble Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viamonte-2009-roble-cabernet-sauvignon-maipu/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Viamonte 13,White,Italy,"This is a thin, compact white wine that shows simple aromas of citrus, mineral and pear.",,13,84,Veneto,Soave Superiore,,Villa Erbice 2007 Soave Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-erbice-2007-italian-white-garganega-soave-superiore/,Garganega,2007,Villa Erbice 12.5,White,US,"Heavy and soft. Plenty of jammy cherry and raspberry flavor, but rather inert. Drink now.",Deep Rosé,15,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,I'M 2009 Deep Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/im-2009-deep-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,I'M 14,Red,US,"Soft and gritty around the edges, with strong flavors of raspberry and cherry jam. It even tastes a little sugary, although it's probably technically dry.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hahn 2009 G-S-M (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2009-rhone-style-red-blend-g-s-m-central-coast/,G-S-M,2009,Hahn 12,White,South Africa,Lean but enjoyable with straightforward lemon citrus and green plum aromas and flavors. Drink now.,,11,84,Stellenbosch,,,Ernst Gouws & Co. 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernst-gouws-co-2009-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Ernst Gouws & Co. 13.6,Red,US,"Pale in color, thin in flavor, with herb, pepper, tobacco and sour black cherry candy flavors. But it's a pretty good party wine for the price.",Reserve,8,84,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2009 Reserve Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2009-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2009,Oak Grove ,Red,US,"Very pale, thin and watery. The fruit is barely perceptible, a little watermelon and unripe strawberry. The tannins, too, are light, with a breakfast tea flavor.",,35,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Dundee Hills,Cultivé Cellars 2008 Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cultive-cellars-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-dundee-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cultivé Cellars 14.5,Red,US,"Lots of zippy acidity in this dry, jammy Zin. It may be too sharp for some people, despite the cherry fruit, beef jerky and spice flavors.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Tamás Estates 2008 Zinfandel (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-2008-zinfandel-central-coast/,Zinfandel,2008,Tamás Estates 13.8,White,Argentina,"Chunky on the nose, with flat aromas of apple and peach. The palate has a melony feel and sweet flavors of mango and mandarin orange. Finishes sort of heavy and tropical, with a little leftover heat. Good enough but highly regular.",,15,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tapiz 2010 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapiz-2010-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Tapiz 8.5,White,Germany,"A medium-bodied, slightly chunky Riesling, this lacks the elegance and finesse of the best Mosel wines, but still manages a tasty balance of sweet and tart, with apple, citrus and earthy notes all combining on the palate.",Spätlese,11,84,Mosel,,,Rothburg 2009 Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rothburg-2009-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Rothburg 14.7,Red,US,"A bit overripe, with a dry Port-like, acidic taste. The blackberries veer past currants into raisins. Feels hot, too, although the official alcohol is only 14.7%. Drink now.",,34,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tin Barn 2007 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-barn-2007-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Tin Barn 12,White,Italy,"An informal 80-20 blend of Verdicchio and Trebbiano, this luminous white offers fresh tones of lemon zest, pulpy stone fruit and mature kiwi. It's a great wine for washing down summertime picnic foods.",,9,84,Central Italy,Marche,,Terrazzo 2008 White (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazzo-2008-white-marche/,White Blend,2008,Terrazzo 12,Rose,Italy,"With ancient roots that date back to 1624, this family-run winery presents an easy-drinking Chiaretto with vibrant aromas of raspberry, white cherry and violets. The mouthfeel is light and compact and although the wine is relatively thin and informal, it does a great job keeping the palate clean.",Biro,,84,Veneto,Bardolino Chiaretto,,Le Muraglie 2009 Biro (Bardolino Chiaretto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-muraglie-2009-biro-rose-bardolino-chiaretto/,Rosé,2009,Le Muraglie 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Accents of mint and bay leaves integrate with the jammy black berry and cassis aromas. More plum and pepper flavors appear in the mouth, and stay through to the spicy finish. Drink up.",,6,84,Western Cape,,,Makulu 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/makulu-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Makulu 14,Red,Argentina,"Earthy aromas mix with high-toned red fruit scents, while the palate is narrow and linear, with mildly green, saucy flavors that crowd out mild red fruit notes that fight to enter the picture. Herbal on the finish, but not offensive or difficult to drink.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Terrazas de Los Andes 12.5,Red,Italy,"Made with organically grown fruit, this offers simple, no-fuss aromas of cherry, wild berry and raspberry. The wine is sharp and lively in the mouth and would pair with simple pasta dishes and meat ragú.",,,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,TerrAmore 2008 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terramore-2008-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2008,TerrAmore 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a sound, everyday Pinot Noir. It's a little raw and jammy, with pleasant cherry, leather and cola flavors and a hint of oak.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Vinum 2008 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-2008-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2008,Vinum 13.5,White,Argentina,"A blend of Riesling, Albariño and Savagnin that's more novel than impressive. The nose offers light citrus and spice, the body is creamy and soft, and the palate sweet with papaya, melon and pineapple. Creamy on the finish as well, and low in acidity.",Tiara,30,84,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Viña Alicia 2009 Tiara White (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alicia-2009-tiara-white-lujan-cuyo/,White Blend,2009,Viña Alicia 13,White,US,"Gets the job done with this dry, crisp everyday sipper. Shows citrus, fig and apricot, with a minty spiciness. Good for cocktails or with appetizers.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Tamás Estates 2009 Pinot Grigio (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Tamás Estates 13.3,Red,Argentina,"Light and herbal on the nose, with a dilute set of raspberry and strawberry aromas. The palate has some creaminess but overall it tastes generic and baked, with syrupy sweetness at its core. An average wine with jammy qualities and focus issues.",Reserva,16,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Uva Negra 2007 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uva-negra-2007-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2007,Uva Negra 13.5,White,Argentina,"Tropical and blowsy on the nose. The palate is now chunky and heavy, while the flavors are mustardy and oily, with fruit notes that fall into the melon, peach and orange field. Flat and short on the finish, which indicates that it's already fading. Better to wait for the 2010.",Urban Uco,11,84,Other,Cafayate,,O. Fournier 2009 Urban Uco Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/o-fournier-2009-urban-uco-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2009,O. Fournier 12,White,Italy,"Here's a simple, clean Grecanico with sharp mineral lines framed by aromas of white flowers, peach and citrus. It would wash down well with mixed Indian appetizers.",,,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Natale Verga 2008 Grecanico (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natale-verga-2008-italian-white-grecanico-sicilia/,Grecanico,2008,Natale Verga 13.9,Red,US,"Tastes overtly sweet and simple, like a raspberry and cherry honey granola bar, with roasted almonds and spices. Production was 31,000 cases.",Incredible Red,12,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2008 Incredible Red Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2008-incredible-red-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2008,Peachy Canyon 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Funky and sharp at first, with aromas of a dog fresh out of the rain. The palate is choppy and a bit hot, with sharp, generic cherry flavors along with some carob. Finishes with angular, tart flavors and notes of coffee and mocha.",,14,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Kaiken 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kaiken-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Kaiken 14,Red,Argentina,"Smells foxy and broken up, with a slight stemminess. The palate is tannic and drawing, with generic black fruit flavors that are candied with brown sugar and molasses. Sweet, rough, tough and like 1,000 others. Will do best with food, which should absorb some of the tannic shock.",Reserve,18,84,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2009-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Finca Sophenia 13.5,Red,US,"This rustic Pinot Noir gets the job done with a nice, silky texture and a good bite of acidity to accompany the Pinot-like cherry flavors. Drink now.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Gnarly Head 2009 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gnarly-head-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Gnarly Head 8,White,Germany,"Smells of baby powder, green apple and lime make for a promising start, but this wine turns sweet and a bit flabby on the palate, as the bubble gum and cotton candy flavors are only partially balanced by modest acidity.",Spätlese,11,84,Mosel,,,Flying Ace 2009 Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flying-ace-2009-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Flying Ace 12.5,Red,France,"A light-bodied, fresh red that has very gentle cherry fruit flavors. The acidity gives a fine final bite. Think about chilling slightly. Screwcap.",,11,84,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Haut Marin 2009 Merlot (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haut-marin-2009-merlot-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Merlot,2009,Haut Marin 13,White,Italy,"This is a very light and informal Sicilian blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Catarratto (a native grape of the island) that would pair with tuna or chicken salad. The operative word, however, is light.",Tranoi,,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Fattorie Azzolino 2008 Tranoi White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattorie-azzolino-2008-tranoi-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,Fattorie Azzolino 13.5,White,France,"Very herbaceous aromas are followed by a green, grassy flavor, feeling fat although with enough acidity. Pear and green plum fruits round out easily. It should have another few months in bottle.",,15,84,Southwest France,Bergerac Sec,,Château la Rayre 2009 White (Bergerac Sec),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rayre-2009-white-bergerac-sec/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2009,Château la Rayre 14.6,Red,US,"This is straightforward Syrah, tannic and dusty. The fruit suggests black cherry and the barrels bring in licorice, there is an underlying earthiness to the mouthfeel as well. But the overall impression is one dimensional, without the sweetness of California fruit or the funk of Washington Syrah.",,35,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2008 Syrah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,2008,Del Rio 15.8,Red,US,"This is a heavy, soft and one-dimensional Syrah. It's all right for everyday drinking, with pleasant blackberry, cherry, bacon and spice flavors.",Mandala,45,84,California,California Other,California,Big Basin 2008 Mandala Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-basin-2008-mandala-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2008,Big Basin 12,White,Italy,"Drying mineral tones are backed by cheerful notes of citrus and grapefruit. You'll feel mature fruit flavors and medium density in the mouth. This is an upfront, easy wine with smooth flavors that would work with seafood, rice salad or fresh summer vegetable dishes.",,,85,Veneto,Custoza,,Villa Medici 2009 Custoza,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-medici-2009-white-custoza/,White Blend,2009,Villa Medici 13.5,Red,South Africa,"An interesting blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon and 45% Tinta Barocca, this is a light and fruit-forward wine that's easy pleasing and very drinkable. Notes of red berries and plum unfold throughout, with a touch of smoke on the finish.",John B. Cabernet Sauvignon-Tinta Barroca,9,85,Robertson,,,Rietvallei Estate Wine 2009 John B. Cabernet Sauvignon-Tinta Barroca Red (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rietvallei-estate-wine-2009-john-b-cabernet-sauvignon-tinta-barroca-red-robertson/,Red Blend,2009,Rietvallei Estate Wine 12.5,White,Italy,"Light and refreshing, with grassy notes and kiwi aromas, this well-priced Trebbiano makes an excellent choice with cocktails or fresh summer foods like Caprese salad or grilled tuna.",Trebì,10,85,Central Italy,Trebbiano d'Abruzzo,,Talamonti 2009 Trebì (Trebbiano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talamonti-2009-trebi-italian-white-trebbiano-trebbiano-dabruzzo/,Trebbiano,2009,Talamonti 14.5,Red,Italy,"Syrah is making a few successful appearances in Sicily and this expression from Sallier de la Tour shows the potential of this French grape as a value wine. It is smooth, fruit-driven and rich with medium consistency and loads of spice and blueberry.",,10,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Sallier de la Tour 2008 Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sallier-tour-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2008,Sallier de la Tour 14.5,Red,Italy,"Jammy aromas are in line with warm climate winemaking. In the mouth, the wine delivers contrasting notes of sweet cherry with a slightly bitter finish.",,10,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Sallier de la Tour 2008 Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sallier-tour-2008-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2008,Sallier de la Tour 13.5,White,US,"Made in an oaky, creamy style to appeal to popular tastes, this Chardonnay has jammy pineapple flavors. It's brisk in acidity and is somewhat simple, but the price isn't bad.",,16,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Ranch 2009 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-ranch-2009-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Rutherford Ranch 13.8,Red,Argentina,"Rather jammy, murky and generic on the nose, with black-fruit aromas that center around plum and blackberry. The palate is edgy but fresh, with snappy, tarry black-fruit flavors. Feels rugged, rough and tannic but gets the job done in its price range.",Yauquén,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Ruca Malen 2009 Yauquén Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruca-malen-2009-yauquen-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Ruca Malen 14,Red,South Africa,"A soft vanilla bean accent shines through the moderate aromas of red cherry and strawberry. Hints of game and cola unfold on the palate, fighting their way through the medium finish.",Biography,17,85,Klein River,,,Raka 2007 Biography Shiraz (Klein River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raka-2007-biography-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-klein-river/,Shiraz,2007,Raka 12,Rose,Italy,"This is a very interesting rosé Chiaretto with a cheerful array of aromas that span from rose petal, to dried herbs to white mineral. The wine boasts a luminous, pink color and it washes smooth over the palate with zippy freshness and a compact consistency.",,,85,Veneto,Bardolino Chiaretto,,Tre Colline 2009 Bardolino Chiaretto,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tre-colline-2009-rose-bardolino-chiaretto/,Rosé,2009,Tre Colline 13,Red,France,"Fresh and vibrant aromas of red berries and soft herbs fill the bouquet, while the palate offers more kirsch and sweet spice flavors. Light and juicy in the mouth with a clean but satisfying finish.",Vielles Vignes,15,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays de L'Herault,,Mas Gabinèle 2008 Vielles Vignes Cinsault (Vin de Pays de L'Herault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-gabinele-2008-vielles-vignes-other-red-cinsault-vin-pays-lherault/,Cinsault,2008,Mas Gabinèle ,Red,US,"Strawberry and raspberry fruit enter brightly, then quickly fall flat in the mouth. The wine is sound, but somehow lifeless, with a soft, quick fade.",,24,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Macindoe 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macindoe-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Macindoe 15,Dessert,Greece,"Toasted nut, cedar and cigarbox aromas give thus lush dessert wine an earthy feel. On the palate, dried nuts and fruit flavors and a spicy finish entice. Pair with nuts, cheeses, fruit.",Sweet Red Wine,11,85,Mavrodaphne of Patras,,,Loukatos NV Sweet Red Wine (Mavrodaphne of Patras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loukatos-nv-sweet-red-wine-greek-red-mavrodaphne-mavrodaphne-patras/,Mavrodaphne,,Loukatos ,Red,US,"Fruity and tart, with cranberry and not quite ripe wild blackberry flavors. The acidity is front and center here, the fruit second, and the wine fades away with no additional complexity in the finish. A pleasant, fruity, no-frills red.",,20,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2008 Merlot (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-2008-merlot-southern-umpqua-valley/,Merlot,2008,Melrose 12.5,White,Italy,"Made with organically farmed fruit, this bright Soave shows light shadings of peach, pear, sage, white mineral and a touch of butterscotch. The wine is creamy and smooth in the mouth and would pair with prosciutto sliced thin over ripe cantaloupe.",Castelcerino,15,85,Veneto,Soave,,Filippi 2008 Castelcerino (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filippi-2008-castelcerino-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2008,Filippi 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Starts out mildly murky and leafy, with a leathery, dry nose. The palate is herbal, tight and juicy due to a high acid level, with red berry and peppery, mildly herbal flavors. A good, average wine with oak showing up on the finish.",Estate,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Doña Paula 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-paula-2008-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Doña Paula 12,Red,Italy,"Bright berry aromas of forest fruit, ripe raspberry, cherry and cassis open the nose of this ruby-colored Bardolino. Fruit for this easy-going wine is sourced from an amphitheater of vines on the San Lorenzo hills near Lake Garda.",Colle San Lorenzo,,85,Veneto,Bardolino,,Frezza 2008 Colle San Lorenzo (Bardolino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frezza-2008-colle-san-lorenzo-red-bardolino/,Corvina,2008,Frezza 12.5,White,Italy,"Vicario is a light and luminous Soave Classico with loads of easy fruit and mineral character. This is exactly the type of wine you'll want to pair with tuna carpaccio, seafood salad or light risotto. The wine is smooth, refreshing and tonic.",Vicario,,85,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Cantina di Monteforte 2009 Vicario (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-monteforte-2009-vicario-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Cantina di Monteforte 12.5,White,Italy,"Pleasing aromas of stone fruit, grapefruit and white mineral make a very nice first impression: This Soave Classico would pair perfectly with exotic dishes borrowing from Chinese or Thai culinary tradition. It's thin and informal in the mouth, but the natural acidity keeps your palate refreshed.",Terre di Monteforte,,85,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Cantina di Monteforte 2009 Terre di Monteforte (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-monteforte-2009-terre-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Cantina di Monteforte 12.5,White,Italy,"Castello Soave Classico offers easy aromas of jasmine, honeysuckle and a saccharine like note of cotton candy or lemon soda. It's linear and compact in the mouth with a drying, mineral finish.",Castello,,85,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Cantina del Castello 2008 Castello (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-castello-2008-castello-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Cantina del Castello 13.7,Red,US,"Earthy upon entry, with sub-notes suggesting some stem contact and slightly green tannins. Tart and spicy, with wild berry and pomegranate fruit, in a firmly focused, if short, wine.",,20,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Artisanal Wine Cellars 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artisanal-wine-cellars-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Artisanal Wine Cellars 14.1,Red,US,"Tastes overwrought, with too much evident oak and too much extraction. The combination makes for a jammy, sweet wine that's slightly heavy.",Estate Grown,35,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Beauregard 2008 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beauregard-2008-estate-grown-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Beauregard 14.2,White,US,"A touch of unripeness compromises this otherwise fine Pinot Noir, which shows pleasant cola, raspberry and oak flavors. If you're not fussy, it's a good bottle, dry, silky and crisp.",SLH Estate,20,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Hahn Estates 2008 SLH Estate Pinot Gris (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-estates-2008-slh-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Gris,2008,Hahn Estates 14.5,White,US,"Nicely dry and crisp, with some good pineapple flavors enriched with oak. Loses points, however, due to a certain vegetal character that's compounded by the fruit starting to fall out.",SHL Estate,25,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Hahn 2007 SHL Estate Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2007-shl-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2007,Hahn 13.5,Red,US,"A smooth, crisp Syrah-based Rhône blend, and a good value in a dry, full-bodied red wine. It has strong flavors of berries and cherries that veer into raisins, but not too much.",Cuvée,12,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Liberty School 2008 Cuvée Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liberty-school-2008-cuvee-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,2008,Liberty School 13,White,South Africa,"Here's a riper, more tropical fruit infused Sauv Blanc with notes of mango, kiwi and yellow peach nectar. The rich fruit continues to dominate the palate, but the lemon-lime citrus finish livens things up on the end.",,12,85,Simonsberg-Stellenbosch,,,Le Bonheur 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bonheur-2009-sauvignon-blanc-simonsberg-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Le Bonheur 11.5,White,France,"Despite the lower alcohol, this feels full in the mouth, softly textured, a product of the warm 2009 vintage. It is ripe, with green plums, lime and gooseberries. A good food wine, drink now. Screwcap.",Colombard/Ugni Blanc,10,85,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Haut Marin 2009 Colombard/Ugni Blanc Ugni Blanc-Colombard (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haut-marin-2009-colombard-ugni-blanc-white-blend-ugni-blanc-colombard-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Ugni Blanc-Colombard,2009,Haut Marin 13.8,White,US,"Creamy and polished, with good acidity and pleasant citrus, buttered popcorn and mineral flavors. Could be a little more complex.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Wellington 10,White,Germany,"The Blue Fish Rieslings are decent efforts from the Niederkirchen cooperative. The 2009 Sweet Riesling features ripe pear and melon balanced by crisp pineapple notes. It's rather soft and sweet, but since that's what it's supposed to be, it's hard to quibble, especially at the price.",Sweet,9,85,Pfalz,,,Blue Fish 2009 Sweet Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-fish-2009-sweet-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2009,Blue Fish 12.5,White,Germany,"Light in body despite 12.5% alcohol, this lithe, sinewy Riesling is almost dry in style, with zippy pineapple and citrus fruit tracing a lean path down the palate. Drink now.",Original,9,85,Pfalz,,,Blue Fish 2009 Original Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-fish-2009-original-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2009,Blue Fish 14,Red,Argentina,"Initially you get nothing but herbs, spice and tomato off this Bordeaux blend. The nose deals bell pepper, red pepper flake and tomato such that it smells more like chimichurri than wine. But with airing it improves to reveal dry strawberry, cherry and herbal spice flavors. More saucy, green and savory than fruity, and probably past its prime; but still it's offering some mature class and style.",Gran Assemblage,55,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Carmelo Patti 2003 Gran Assemblage Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmelo-patti-2003-gran-assemblage-red-mendoza/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2003,Carmelo Patti 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Murky and leathery on first take, with dry, earthy red fruit aromas emerging later on. The palate is fresh enough, with snappy acidity and tannic bite along with wan, mild fruit flavors and spice. Perfectly adequate but short on stuffing and depth.",Dos Fincas,13,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Carlos Basso 2009 Dos Fincas Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2009-fincas-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Carlos Basso 12.5,Rose,France,"Shocking pink-colored wine, very soft and smooth. It has an almost sweet, full caramel character while still hitting the acidity button.",,7,85,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Château Bélingard 2009 Rosé (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-belingard-2009-rose-bergerac/,Rosé,2009,Château Bélingard 12.5,White,Italy,"Pretty floral nuances of jasmine, honeysuckle and acacia are backed by subtle hints of dried sage and basil. This luminous Soave has all its aromatic elements perfectly in line. The wine is smooth and crisp, with medium heft.",Vigne Maiores,,85,Veneto,Soave,,Cambrago 2009 Vigne Maiores (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambrago-2009-vigne-maiores-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2009,Cambrago 15.9,Red,US,"A robust, muscular Zinfandel with bigtime jammy blackberries, cherries and raspberries that have a freshly picked briary taste, and plenty of brisk, fruity acidity. Good for drinking now.",Old Vine,29,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mueller 2007 Old Vine Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mueller-2007-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Mueller 8.5,White,Germany,"This spätlese from the huge Moselland cooperative does a decent job at balancing hints of softly ripe peaches with taut grapefruity elements, all reinforced by a rather sinewy palate feel. Drink now.",Spätlese,18,85,Mosel,,,Moselland 2009 Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moselland-2009-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Moselland 13,White,Italy,"Fresh and fragrant, offering layers of cut grass, dried herbs, citrus and passion fruit. It's an easy, no-fuss wine with a crisp finish that would pair with fried calamari.",I Fiori,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Pala 2009 I Fiori (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2009-i-fiori-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2009,Pala 13.5,White,US,"This is a dry, simple Sauvignon Blanc. It's marked by crisp acidity and zesty citrus fruit and green grass flavors. Feels clean, vibrant and mouthwatering.",,15,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Oberon 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oberon-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Oberon 13.5,Red,US,"This vineyard select Pinot Noir shows some chocolate flavors around thin, sharp red berry fruit. The oak influence dominates, along with an earthy, tannic finish.",Adams Vineyard,28,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Chehalem Mountains,Artisanal Wine Cellars 2008 Adams Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artisanal-wine-cellars-2008-adams-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-chehalem-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Artisanal Wine Cellars ,Red,US,"Simply looking at the color you might take this for a 20-year-old wine; it's that mature brick color that old Pinot takes on. Very soft and light, it tastes much older too, with hints of brown sugar and raisin, and no trace of primary fruit or tannin. If you like well-aged Pinot Noir, this is ready to go.",,19,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Anindor 2007 Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anindor-2007-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Anindor 12,White,Austria,"Created for the American market, this wine does everything a fresh, lively Grüner Veltliner is supposed to. Light and ripe, with green apples and lime juice. Screwcap.",Grooner,,85,Niederösterreich,,,Forstreiter 2009 Grooner Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forstreiter-2009-grooner-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Forstreiter 13,Red,Germany,"Very earthy aromas of root tubers, roast meat and a hint of strawberry gumdrop. This is medium-bodied, with grippy tannins, and comes across as slightly awkward and warm on the palate, with flavors of jammy red fruit. Fairly simple, with a relatively short warm finish.",Blauer Trocken,25,85,Pfalz,,,Knipser 2007 Blauer Trocken Spätburgunder (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knipser-2007-blauer-trocken-pinot-noir-spatburgunder-pfalz/,Spätburgunder,2007,Knipser ,Red,US,Judi Sorensen Flom,Signature Collection,29,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2009 Signature Collection Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2009-signature-collection-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,King Estate 15.3,Red,US,"Too acidic for real enjoyment, with a bite of citrusy sharpness, as if a few squirts of lime juice were added. Otherwise, it's bone dry and tannic, with blackberry and pepper flavors.",SRH,23,85,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lafond 2008 SRH Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2008-srh-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2008,Lafond 12.5,White,Austria,"Light, fresh and bright, this is a delicious green-fruit wine, touched by pepper. The acidity dances through the wine, leaving a lively aftertaste.",Hochterrassen,17,85,Niederösterreich,,,Salomon-Undhof 2009 Hochterrassen Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salomon-undhof-2009-hochterrassen-gruner-veltliner-niederosterreich/,Grüner Veltliner,2009,Salomon-Undhof 15.6,Red,US,"Too hot, with 15.6% alcohol, and it shows in the chile pepper heat. Also too soft, lacking structure. With the glycerine, it tastes like a sweet Starbucks drink with raspberry, mocha, vanilla and cinnamon flavors.",Estate,34,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Stolpman 2008 Estate Grenache (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stolpman-2008-estate-grenache-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache,2008,Stolpman 15.1,Red,US,"Dry and earthy, with somewhat thin blackberry, currant, raisin, tobacco and black pepper flavors. A sound everyday Zin.",Knotty Vines,19,85,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,Rodney Strong 2008 Knotty Vines Zinfandel (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2008-knotty-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-northern/,Zinfandel,2008,Rodney Strong 14.7,White,Argentina,"Smells a bit heavy, oily and like dry cornflakes. The palate is straightforward, with tropical, candied flavors of mango, banana and sweet melon. Sweetness is the key here; it's all over the palate and finish.",Felino,20,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Cobos 2009 Felino Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-2009-felino-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Viña Cobos ,Red,US,"A heavy, dense Pinot that, despite considerable cherry, raspberry, strawberry and pomegranate fruit richness, feels a bit inert on the palate. Drink now.",,28,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Verve 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verve-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2007,Verve 14.5,Red,US,"A tough, gritty wine, with hard tannins and acidity framing blackberry and black currant flavors. It's fully dry, but has the rustic feeling that Barbera usually shows.",,26,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 2007 Barbera (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2007-barbera-sonoma-valley/,Barbera,2007,Sebastiani 13.8,White,US,"A pretty, polished and simple wine that shows the buttery creaminess, toast, popcorn and pineapple jam flavors people like. Easy to find, with more than 17,000 cases produced.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Santa Barbara Winery 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Santa Barbara Winery 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Slightly sharp and herbal upon first impression, with green herb and field-like aromas along with rubbery, earthy black fruit. The palate is mulled and a touch edgy, with herbal, lightly stemmy berry flavors. Decent as a whole, but sort of sharp, herbal and stemmy for a higher-end wine.",Finca Castro Barros Reserva,24,85,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Enrique Foster 2007 Finca Castro Barros Reserva Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enrique-foster-2007-finca-castro-barros-reserva-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2007,Enrique Foster 13.5,Red,Italy,"Ripe, almost jammy aromas of plum, prune and candied fruit open the nose of this blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon (the Cabernet is partially air-dried to create more aromatic intensity). You'll also notice some green, herbal notes that are characteristic of Cabernet and the wine is round, smooth and slightly sweet on the close.",,,85,Veneto,Arcole,,Collis Veneto Wine Group 2008 Red (Arcole),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collis-veneto-wine-group-2008-red-arcole/,Red Blend,2008,Collis Veneto Wine Group 13,Red,US,"A simple but likeable Merlot, dry and tart, with pretty good flavors of cherries, licorice and smoky oak. Nothing complicated, just an easy-drinking red wine for roasts and grilled meats.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Coastline 2008 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastline-2008-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2008,Coastline 12.5,White,Italy,"Here's a well-priced blend of Insolia and Chardonnay from Sicily that performs perfectly as a light appetizer or finger food wine. There are zesty aromas here of citrus and lime and a dusty mineral note picks up the rear. It's light, lean and easy in the mouth.",Calanìca Insolia and Chardonnay,12,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Duca di Salaparuta 2008 Calanìca Insolia and Chardonnay White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duca-salaparuta-2008-calanica-insolia-and-chardonnay-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,Duca di Salaparuta 13,Red,Italy,"Although this is from the relatively recent 2007 vintage, its aromas already seem dated. You'll get tones of Indian spice and old leather with dried tobacco, candied fruit and some herbal, green notes as well. In the mouth, the wine does offer a nice, linear feel with a dusty, mineral aftertaste.",,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Feudo Principi di Butera 15.7,Red,US,"Soft and Port-like, with raisiny blackberry and chocolate flavors. Could even have some residual sugar. The alcohol level is 15.7%, and you can feel heat in the finish. Drink now with tri-tip beef.",Paso Bordo,39,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cerro Prieto 2007 Paso Bordo Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cerro-prieto-2007-paso-bordo-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2007,Cerro Prieto 12.5,Red,Italy,"Designed to be consumed slightly chilled, this vibrant, ruby-colored Bardolino Classico offers loads of fruit intensity with almond nuances and slight shadings of exotic spice that fill in the background. It's a light and buoyant wine with a lean, compact consistency.",,,85,Veneto,Bardolino Classico,,Valetti 2009 Bardolino Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valetti-2009-red-bardolino-classico/,Corvina,2009,Valetti ,Red,US,"Loaded with bright raspberry fruit, a little on the soda pop side, but perfectly quaffable, and best served chilled. It would be an interesting side-by-side with a Beaujolais Nouveau.",,13,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Underwood 2009 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/underwood-cellars-2009-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2009,Underwood 13,White,South Africa,"A soft minerality is matched with notes of sweet pea, white peach and green melon on the nose and mouth. Full but clean with a racy citrus finish.",,9,85,Western Cape,,,Spier 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spier-2009-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Spier 13,Red,Greece,"Mint, smoked sausage and pepper lead this slightly rigid red. Tea leaves, tobacco and spice on the palate show this wine can age well, but may be slightly past its prime.",Cava,45,85,Ilias,,,Mercouri Estate 2000 Cava Red (Ilias),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mercouri-estate-2000-cava-red-ilias/,Red Blend,2000,Mercouri Estate 14,Red,Argentina,"Dark, rubbery aromas include black cherry, leather and cheesy notes. The palate is fairly high in acid, producing juiciness but also tartness and a lean, sinewy body housing snappy cherry, spice and herbal flavors. Good but prickly.",Ikella,13,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Melipal 2008 Ikella Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melipal-2008-ikella-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Melipal 12.5,White,Italy,"Trebì has a fresh and luminous personality backed by aromas of white stone, citrus and peach. There's a touch of green fruit or kiwi as well that gives it a zesty, crisp feel on the close.",Trebì,10,85,Central Italy,Trebbiano d'Abruzzo,,Talamonti 2008 Trebì (Trebbiano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talamonti-2008-trebi-italian-white-trebbiano-trebbiano-dabruzzo/,Trebbiano,2008,Talamonti 13.5,Red,France,"Earthy and a touch wild with scents of animal barnyard, forest floor and small red berries. Medium weight with an approachable structure followed by a short finish. Drink now.",,17,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Saint-Chinian,,Mas des Mas 2008 Red (Saint-Chinian),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-mas-2008-red-saint-chinian/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Mas des Mas 12,White,Italy,"Aromas of pine and dried herbs emerge from the nose of this light and luminous Vermentino from Sardinia. The wine also boasts fruit nuances of citrus, peach and green fruit.",Aragosta,12,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Santa Maria La Palma 2008 Aragosta (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-maria-palma-2008-aragosta-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2008,Santa Maria La Palma 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Dark, rubbery aromas lead to a simple, sweet, baked, candied palate that also offers a touch of acidity and some balancing bitterness. The wine blends a fair amount of candied sweetness with a touch of butter, pepper and herbal notes. Standard fare as Malbec goes.",,,85,Other,Neuquén,,Ruta 22 2008 Malbec (Neuquén),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruta-22-2008-malbec-neuquen/,Malbec,2008,Ruta 22 11.5,White,Germany,"If this wine's aromas don't exactly burst from the glass, that's OK, because the modest citrus notes are clean and fresh, balancing a bit of sweetness against crisp acids. Drink now.",Leiwener Klostergarten Halbtrocken,17,85,Mosel,,,Josef Rosch 2009 Leiwener Klostergarten Halbtrocken Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-rosch-2009-leiwener-klostergarten-halbtrocken-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Josef Rosch 8.5,White,Germany,"A soft, easy style that should have broad appeal, this modest spätlese marries slightly confected, ripe fruit flavors with more balanced citrusy notes. Drink now.",Late Harvest Spätlese,10,85,Mosel,,,Johann Falkenburg 2009 Late Harvest Spätlese Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johann-falkenburg-2009-late-harvest-spatlese-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2009,Johann Falkenburg 13.9,Red,US,"Here's a common, fruity Cabernet for everyday drinking. It's dryish and tart, with blackberry jam, plum and mocha flavors. Drink now.",815,18,85,California,California Other,California,Joel Gott 2008 815 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joel-gott-2008-815-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Joel Gott 11.5,White,France,"Pure fresh herbal fruit, deliciously light and herbaceous, this is a great, crisp wine, as fresh as the new day. Drink as an apéritif or with seafood. Screwcap.",Colombard/Sauvignon,10,85,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Haut Marin 2009 Colombard/Sauvignon Colombard-Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haut-marin-2009-colombard-sauvignon-white-blend-colombard-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Colombard-Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Haut Marin 13.6,White,US,"Firm and sappy, with varietally true peach and apricot fruit flavor. Turns a little syrupy in the follow through, giving it a canned peaches impression in the aftertaste.",,20,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2009 Viognier (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2009-viognier-southern-rogue-valley/,Viognier,2009,Del Rio 13.5,Red,US,"A standard issue Pinot Noir. It's dry and silky, showing decent cherry and cola flavors and quite a bit of tart acidity. Ready to drink now.",,38,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Eagles Landing 2007 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eagles-landing-2007-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Eagles Landing 13.5,White,Italy,"Easy going and well priced, this light Fiano is an informal companion to summertime foods. Aromas here include peach, citrus and mineral and the wine is sharp and clean on the close.",,10,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,MandraRossa 2008 Fiano (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandrarossa-2008-italian-white-fiano-sicilia/,Fiano,2008,MandraRossa 12.5,White,France,"Soft and easy to drink, with notes of green plum, lime citrus and fresh green grass throughout. Round but structured with medium acidity and a crisp, clean finish. Drink now.",,11,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2009-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Les Jamelles 12,White,Italy,"I Fiori epitomizes one of those crisp, clean and refreshing white Italian wines that beg a pairing with sushi, smoked salmon and crushed coriander or swordfish carpaccio. There's a drying mineral note backed by aromas of dried flowers.",I Fiori,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Nuragus di Cagliari,,Pala 2009 I Fiori (Nuragus di Cagliari),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2009-i-fiori-italian-white-nuragus-nuragus-cagliari/,Nuragus,2009,Pala 12.3,White,US,"This drinks much drier than its 12.3% alcohol and 1.5% residual sugar would indicate. It tastes of cold steel around the edges, but with some good peach and apple fruit flavor in the core. Somewhat reminiscent of an Australian style, it is a food wine rather than a sipping wine.",,12,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Airlie 2009 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/airlie-2009-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2009,Airlie 13.5,White,US,"From the Langtry Estate in Guenoc, Lake County, this has very intense pineapple on the nose and palate, and is rich and sweet on the finish. Pair it with spicy food or something briny from the sea.",,14,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Guenoc 2009 Chardonnay (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2009-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Guenoc 12.5,Red,Italy,"Badabing shoots forward simple fruit tones of cherry, raspberry and cranberry that wash clean over the palate. Pair this wine with simple pasta or pizza; it's an easy-drinking, no-fuss red.",,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Badabing 2008 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badabing-2008-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2008,Badabing ,Red,US,"Another entry into the under-$15 Oregon Pinot category, that has become rather crowded in the past year. This is a stiff, tannic wine, still knitting itself together, with vanilla cream-infused strawberry fruit, that only partially masks rather green, herbal tannins.",,14,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Castle Rock 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Castle Rock ,Red,US,"Light and thin in texture as well as flavor. Nice and dry, with pleasant strawberry and cranberry fruit and a touch of sweet oak. However, it lacks substance and complexity for the price. Drink now.",,24,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Verve 2007 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verve-2007-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2007,Verve 10,White,US,"Sweet and light, just 10% alcohol, it's close to a late harvest dessert wine. There is just enough acidity to keep it on the dinner table, with spicy noodle dishes perhaps. Sugary and simple.",,12,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2009 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2009-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2009,Willamette Valley Vineyards 14.5,White,US,"Tastes tired, with jammy tropical fruit flavors starting to drop out. Still shows vibrant acidity, but the fresh fruit character, the most likeable part of such Chardonnays, is disappearing, replaced by more herbal and vegetal notes.",Estate,45,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fog Crest 2007 Estate Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-crest-2007-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2007,Fog Crest 13,Red,Italy,"A simple and clean red wine with fruity aromas of strawberry, blueberry and raspberry jam. It's smooth and soft in the mouth with sweet berry flavors.",N,12,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Montoni 2008 N Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-montoni-2008-n-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2008,Feudo Montoni 12.5,Rose,France,"Red berry fruits dominate this crisp and bright rosé. There is a good touch of acidity keeping the soft texture dry, light, dancing. Screwcap.",Colombelle,9,85,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Producteurs Plaimont 2009 Colombelle Rosé (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/producteurs-plaimont-2009-colombelle-rose-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Rosé,2009,Producteurs Plaimont 12,Rose,Italy,"Here's a beautifully pinkish rosé made from the Syrah grape in Sicily. You'll encounter aromas of cranberry, raspberry, peach and there's even a touch of pineapple at the back. The wine is crisp and smooth with a lively, bright personality.",,16,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2009 Rosé (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2009-rose-sicilia/,Rosé,2009,Planeta 12.5,Red,Italy,Typical ripe fruit nuances of maraschino cherry and dried currant are on display here. The wine is simple and fruity in the mouth and ripe cherry really is the main theme of this easy-drinking red.,,10,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Natale Verga 2008 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natale-verga-2008-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2008,Natale Verga 14,White,Italy,"From the beautiful Salento region comes this warm-climate, slightly aged blend of Chardonnay and Malvasia Bianca. The color is rich and saturated and so are the aromas of mature apricot, passion fruit and almond. It's a big, chewy wine with loads of intensity.",Luna,,85,Southern Italy,Salento,,Conti Zecca 2007 Luna White (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-zecca-2007-luna-white-salento/,White Blend,2007,Conti Zecca 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Good wine but a touch stemmy and burnt smelling. After the brushy, herbal aromas comes a juicy, crisp red fruit palate with raspberry and plum flavors but also a bit of green at the core. Finishes bold but a little hot and scratchy.",Old Vine,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Diseño 2009 Old Vine Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diseno-2009-old-vine-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Diseño 12.5,White,Italy,"Easygoing and clean, this pretty wine does a good job of keeping the palate refreshed. It shows aromas of stone fruit and dried herbs and would pair with salads or appetizers.",,13,85,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Coffele 2009 Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coffele-2009-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Coffele 14.8,Red,US,"A problematic wine marked by excessive acidity that makes it tart, almost sour, despite some good blackberry and cherry flavors. The tannins are soft, making the acidity taste unnatural.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Santa Barbara Winery 2008 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2008-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2008,Santa Barbara Winery 13,White,Italy,"This is a very interesting and ultimately very likeable Soave with ripe aromas of banana, pineapple and loads of almond marzipan. The wine is light and short on the palate but those aromatic aftertastes stay etched in your memory.",Colli Scaligeri,19,85,Veneto,Soave,,Sandro de Bruno 2007 Colli Scaligeri (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandro-bruno-2007-colli-scaligeri-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2007,Sandro de Bruno 13.9,Red,Argentina,"Opens with grassy notes along with cleaner, fruitier cherry and cassis aromas. The palate is medium bodied, with forward, jammy flavors of blackberry. Finishes flush but simple, with softness as opposed to a strong backbone of heavy tannins.",,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tercos 2008 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tercos-2008-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2008,Tercos 12.5,White,South Africa,"A solid, straightforward selection that smells like a lime gummy bear with accents of lime leaf and soft tropical fruit. Vibrant and refreshing with a zippy finish; drink now.",,10,85,Stellenbosch,,,Stellenbosch Hills 2009 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stellenbosch-hills-2009-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2009,Stellenbosch Hills 13.5,White,US,"A rich, oaky, fruity Chardonnay with lots of tropical fruit flavors. Pretty standard, but the price is pretty good for this style.",,13,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2008 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2008-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2008,Sebastiani 14.2,White,US,"Made in the modern style of lots of ripe tropical fruit, green apple and creamy oak flavors, this Chardonnay is uplifted by bright, citrusy acidity. Drink it now.",Y3,19,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jax 2009 Y3 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jax-2009-y3-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Jax 14.5,Red,US,"Heavy, soft and oaky. Gains points for richness of flavor, offering waves of cherries and raspberries, but it's top heavy in fruit, and the oak is too strong.",SRH,27,85,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Lafond 2008 SRH Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2008-srh-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Lafond ,White,US,"This is supposedly the same grape that makes French Muscadet, though its place in Oregon history remains a bit muddled. This has flavors that map to that wine, however: high acid, green apple and some textural minerality.",Melon de Bourgogne,18,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill-Carlton,Macindoe 2009 Melon de Bourgogne Melon (Yamhill-Carlton),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macindoe-2009-melon-bourgogne-other-white-melon-willamette-valley-yamhill-carlton-district/,Melon,2009,Macindoe 14.5,Red,US,"Soft, simple and dry. It's a Cabernet Sauvignon-based Bordeaux blend with ripe blackberry and currant flavors. Good wine for everyday fare.",,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tetra 2006 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tetra-2006-red-napa-valley-125337/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2006,Tetra 13.5,White,Argentina,"Neutral smelling other than a hint of peach and vanilla on the bouquet. Comes across a bit heavy and warm, but not too much so. Flavors of soft melon are appealing, and the finish is fleshy. Drink now before it loses its spunk.",Trumpeter,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2010 Trumpeter Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2010-trumpeter-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2010,Rutini 13,Red,Italy,"Enantio is a little-known indigenous grape of northern Italy and this is a rare, 100% expression of the variety. The nose here is subdued and clean with shadings of ripe cherry, spice and leather. The wine shows a touch of bitterness on the close and fresh acidity is reigned in by the wine's soft, polished finish.",Terra dei Forti,,85,Veneto,Valdadige,,Viticoltori in Avio 2006 Terra dei Forti Enantio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticoltori-in-avio-2006-terra-forti-italian-red-enantio-valdadige/,Enantio,2006,Viticoltori in Avio 13.5,Red,US,"Here's a soft, sweet, jammy wine to drink with barbecue and rich meat stews. It's rich in tannins, with somewhat sweet blackberry, cherry, mocha and spice flavors.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Vinum 2008 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-2008-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2008,Vinum 13.5,White,Italy,Valori is a line of fresh and affordable wines. This easy expression of Trebbiano offers aromas of stone fruit and cut grass. It's a great wine to pair with light summer foods.,,10,85,Central Italy,Trebbiano d'Abruzzo,,Valori 2008 Trebbiano d'Abruzzo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valori-2008-italian-white-trebbiano-trebbiano-dabruzzo/,Trebbiano,2008,Valori 13.5,White,South Africa,"Watermelon rind, lime pith and green plum round out this wine's profile. The mouth is light and lean and the finish clean. Drink now.",,13,85,Klein River,,,Raka 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Klein River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raka-2009-sauvignon-blanc-klein-river/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Raka ,Red,US,"Similar to Macindoe's Willamette Valley bottling, this shows light berry flavors and a hint of chocolate, then fades quickly into a flat finish.",,28,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Macindoe 2008 Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macindoe-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Macindoe 13,White,Italy,"Prà's base Soave Classico is a crisp and clean white with measured tones of citrus and stone fruit. It's a snappy, zesty wine that would pair well with appetizers and finger foods.",,15,85,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Prà 2009 Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pra-2009-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2009,Prà 15.4,Red,US,"This is a dry, hot, rustic Zinfandel, with a burn of alcohol. But it's rich in cherry and berry, currant, licorice, smoked meat and pepper spice flavors. Has lots of popular appeal.",Old Vine,20,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Plungerhead 2008 Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plungerhead-2008-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Plungerhead 12,Rose,Italy,"Delicate and feminine, this rosé from Sardinia delivers clean aromas of raspberry, wild strawberry, white cherry and a touch of lemon zest. There's a mineral note at the back and the wine also boasts some of the herbal aromas that are so often associated with Mediterranean flavors.",Silenzi,,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Pala 2009 Silenzi Rosé (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2009-silenzi-rose-isola-nuraghi/,Rosé,2009,Pala 12.5,Red,Greece,"Cedar, vanilla violets—the nose on the Cabernet is both masculine and soft. On the palate, plum, cherry and violet flavors are delivered in a friendly, fruity package, an approachable red with a spicy finish. Good for grilled meat and stew.",Asprolithi,15,85,Peloponnese,,,Oenoforos 2009 Asprolithi Cabernet Sauvignon (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oenoforos-2009-asprolithi-cabernet-sauvignon-peloponnese/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Oenoforos 13.7,White,US,"This is one of those Sauvignons that has that grassy, gooseberry aroma and flavor that approaches ammonia, but stops just short in favor of lemons and limes. It's crisp and a little sweet.",Estate Bottled,22,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2009 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2009-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Peju 12.5,White,France,"White peach, sweet citrus, underipe nectarine and delicate dried savory herbs flesh out this racy, light bodied white. Pair with grilled seafood or salad with a lemon vinaigrette.",Le Dog d'Anaïs,11,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Mont Tauch 2009 Le Dog d'Anaïs Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-tauch-2009-le-dog-danais-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Mont Tauch 12.5,White,Italy,"This interesting blend of Trebbiano, Passerina and Pecorino offers fragrant pulses of peach, yellow fruit and honeysuckle with light shadings of crushed mineral and dried herbs. The wine is compact, simple and fresh on the close.",Villa Prandone Aurato,9,85,Central Italy,Falerio dei Colli Ascolani,,Il Conte 2008 Villa Prandone Aurato White (Falerio dei Colli Ascolani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-conte-2008-villa-prandone-aurato-white-falerio-colli-ascolani/,White Blend,2008,Il Conte 12.5,White,Italy,Here's an easy-going and fresh Soave with distinctive notes of almond paste and sweet marzipan backed by drying mineral and stone fruit. The aromas are truly unique and beg a pairing with almond encrusted fish or Asian dishes with coconut milk.,,,85,Veneto,Soave,,Ferraretto 2008 Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraretto-2008-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2008,Ferraretto 13,Red,Argentina,"Lightly herbal and red in character, with tomato and raspberry aromas. The palate is snappy and emphasizes freshness, while the flavors are herbal and leafy, with plenty of red berry and cherry. Snappy and pointed, with a leafy overriding personality.",,13,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Espuela del Gaucho 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/espuela-gaucho-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Espuela del Gaucho 12.5,White,Argentina,"Clean, timid and melony on the nose, with an emphasis on clean. Fresh and light in the mouth, and tasty despite being 100% uncomplicated. Flavors of sweet apple, pear and citrus are pleasant and should carry mass appeal. Good for an everyday white quaffer.",,7,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2010 Pinot Grigio (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2010-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-mendoza/,Pinot Grigio,2010,Funky Llama 12,Red,Italy,"Made with a blend of grapes that are traditionally cultivated in the Verona area, this is an easy-drinking red that would pair with home-cooked pasta meals or light meat dinners. Aromas include bright berry tones and the wine is lively and fresh on the finish.",,,85,Veneto,Bardolino,,Corte Fornello 2009 Bardolino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-fornello-2009-red-bardolino/,Corvina,2009,Corte Fornello ,White,France,"An easy-drinking selection with a mouthwatering finish and a softly prickly mouthfeel. Vibrant fruit flavors of hard mango slices, firm nectarine and pineapple acidity. Enjoy now while it's fresh and young.",,12,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine de Coussergues NV Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coussergues-nv-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,,Domaine de Coussergues 12.5,White,France,"Soft, easy apéritif-style wine, attractively perfumed, with some herbaceousness, the texture fresh as well as fat. Screwcap.",Jules Sauvignon Blanc/Colombard,12,85,Southwest France,Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne,,Domaine du Grand Cros 2009 Jules Sauvignon Blanc/Colombard Colombard-Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-grand-cros-2009-jules-sauvignon-blanc-colombard-white-blend-colombard-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-cotes-gascogne/,Colombard-Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Domaine du Grand Cros 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A Malbec-led blend that's off the grid by Argentine standards but which reflects the northern Salta region. The nose is earthy, herbal, roasted and tomatoey, while the palate is astringent and roasted, with herbal, spicy flavors of tomato, bell pepper and baked berries. Long and baked on the finish, with a slight fiery feel.",Amalaya,17,85,Other,Calchaquí Valley,,Colomé 2008 Amalaya Red (Calchaquí Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colome-2008-amalaya-red-calchaqui-valley/,Red Blend,2008,Colomé 14.9,Red,US,"A bit too oaky and extracted. Trades these winemaker elaborations for the natural subtlety of the grapes. Rich in cherries and raspberries, but heavy-handed. Drink now.",,35,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 2008 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-2008-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Davis Bynum 12.5,White,Italy,"Bright notes of cut grass, dried herb and drying mineral come to the forefront of this cheerful Custoza. The wine is light and luminous and hits the palate in a direct, refreshing manner. It would make an excellent companion to Thai spring rolls or fried vegetable tempura.",,,85,Veneto,Custoza,,Cantina di Custoza 2009 Custoza,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-custoza-2009-white-custoza/,White Blend,2009,Cantina di Custoza 15.7,Red,US,"There's a vegetal note that drags on the otherwise rich blackberry, roasted meat and pepper flavors. It's also quite soft, lacking some vibrancy. A sound, rustic wine for drinking now.",Coastview Vineyard,48,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Big Basin 2007 Coastview Vineyard Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-basin-2007-coastview-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,2007,Big Basin 12.5,Red,Greece,"Aromas of fennel, flowers, nuts and red fruit give this wine an interesting start. Clean, dry and spicy with flavors of cherry, black pepper and crushed herb, it ends with a lingering finish displaying minerality and a touch of cocoa.",Reserve,15,85,Nemea,,,Cambas 2006 Reserve Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambas-2006-reserve-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2006,Cambas 10.5,White,Germany,"This soft yet mouthwatering Riesling is plump and medium bodied, with apple, citrus and melon notes finishing clean and correct. Drink now.",,10,85,Pfalz,,,Bree 2009 Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bree-2009-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2009,Bree 14.1,Red,US,"Rather acidic now, giving a sweet and sour taste to the cherry, raspberry and oak flavors. On the plus side is dryness and silkiness.",,34,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Boekenoogen 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boekenoogen-2008-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Boekenoogen 15.6,Red,US,"Oak gives this wine a caramel-like richness, while the underlying fruit is jammy and spicy in cherries and raspberries. The result is a somewhat candied Zin. Drink it now.",Gilsson Vineyard,27,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Tin Barn 2008 Gilsson Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-barn-2008-gilsson-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Tin Barn 10,White,Germany,"There's a simple nose of tangy orange marmalade on this medium-gold colored wine. Similar flavors follow through on the palate with zingy lime-sherbet notes. Sweet but racy enough to compensate. Still, this is a bit one dimensional and lacking depth of flavor. Pleasant and easy-drinking, with moderate length.",,10,86,Pfalz,,,Starling Castle 2008 Gewürztraminer (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starling-castle-2008-gewurztraminer-pfalz/,Gewürztraminer,2008,Starling Castle 14,Red,Argentina,"Chunky, earthy, malty and fruity all at the same time, but clacky and tough in the mouth, with big, grabby tannins supporting generic black fruit flavors. An aggressive, hard wine with sappy, jammy flavors; it delivers full kick and size.",Serie A,15,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 2009 Serie A Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-2009-serie-a-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2009,Zuccardi 13.5,White,South Africa,"This wine smells immediately fresh and tart, with scents of green plum, gooseberry, hard nectarine and straw filling the nose. The leanness continues in the mouth with citrus flavors leading thorough to the clean but lingering finish.",Sunbird,14,86,Western Cape,,,Simonsig 2009 Sunbird Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2009-sunbird-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Simonsig 14.6,Red,US,"Lots to like about this Zin. It's dry, smooth in tannins and fine in acidity, and shows the briary, brambly, wild berry notes of its origin. It's a little thin in flavor and depth, especially at this price. Still, it's a very nice Zinfandel.",,24,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Sebastiani 2008 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2008-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2008,Sebastiani 13,White,Italy,"This blend of Grillo and Insolia (30%) offers fresh floral tones of lemon and almond blossoms. There's some pulpy, peach-like notes in the mouth and the wine also delivers a playful touch of acidity on the close.",Zagra,20,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2008 Zagra White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2008-zagra-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2008,Valle dell'Acate 14.5,Red,US,"A little heavy and overripe. There's a taste of prunes and chocolate in addition to the more classic cherries. Nicely dry and complex, but lacks vibrancy. Drink now.",Cuyama River,28,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Taz 2008 Cuyama River Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taz-2008-cuyama-river-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Taz 13.5,Red,Italy,"A fresh and easy-going Cabernet Sauvignon that shows typical characteristics of the grape variety such as black pepper and black currant. This is not an overdone wine. In fact, it's fresh, easy to drink and closes with a touch of piquant spice.",,10,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Sallier de la Tour 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sallier-tour-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Sallier de la Tour 14.5,Red,Italy,"Plump, ripe and filled with bright blueberry aromas, this is a dark and dense Syrah that boats a thick, succulent texture and loads of intensity. It tastes ripe and jammy in the mouth and leaves a powerful note of cherry liqueur.",,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Sallier de la Tour 2007 Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sallier-tour-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2007,Sallier de la Tour 13,White,Italy,"A pretty wine showing fruit, floral and mineral characteristics that make for enticing harmony and balance. There's a touch of peachy sweetness on the close and the wine is enduring and fresh on the finish.",Massoni,,86,Lombardy,Lugana,,S. Cristina 2009 Massoni (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/s-cristina-2009-massoni-white-lugana/,White Blend,2009,S. Cristina 14.7,White,US,"A nice, slightly sweet white wine, with tropical fruit, buttered toast, white flower and vanilla flavors. Easy to drink as a cocktail sipper.",Estate Vineyard,22,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2009 Estate Vineyard Marsanne (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2009-estate-vineyard-marsanne-sonoma-valley/,Marsanne,2009,Wellington 13,Rose,Italy,"Chiaro di Stelle is a bright rosé with deep ruby and garnet highlights. From an aromatic point of view, the wine focuses on wild berries and dried herbs such as sage, oregano and basil. In the mouth, it shows density and silkiness.",Chiaro di Stelle,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Pala 2009 Chiaro di Stelle Rosé (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pala-2009-chiaro-stelle-rose-isola-nuraghi/,Rosé,2009,Pala 13.5,Red,Italy,"Aged in stainless steel to maintain the freshness of the wine's bright fruit aromas, this is a simple easy-drinking red. The wine shows good harmony and bright cherry and blackberry flavors on the close.",,10,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,MandraRossa 2007 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mandrarossa-2007-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2007,MandraRossa 13.7,Red,US,"Tastes one-dimensional and fruity, like cherries and blackberries baked into a pie. Toasty oak adds vanilla and caramel sweetness. Ultimately, a good, everyday Cab.",,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Oberon 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oberon-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Oberon 14.2,Red,Argentina,"Chunky on the nose, but also sort of rubbery, brambly, pickled and leathery. The palate is stretched and strained, with wiry acidity and piercing tannins supporting rubbery black fruit flavors. Grabby, tannic and a little hot on the finish. Good but on the sharp, underwhelming side.",Lunta,20,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Mendel 2008 Lunta Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendel-2008-lunta-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Mendel ,Red,US,"Round and fruity, this mixes berries and hints of tropical fruit. Acids are just enough, and there is little or no trace of a new barrel. Quaffable and light.",,18,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Melrose 2008 Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melrose-2008-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Melrose 14,Red,Argentina,"Opens with standard cherry/berry aromas, although with airing cheese notes and dill enter the picture. The palate is meaty in feel, with firm, tough, slightly roasted plum and berry flavors. Finishes hot, with a bold plum and berry character.",Ikella,13,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Melipal 2008 Ikella Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melipal-2008-ikella-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Melipal 13,White,Argentina,"Tropical and typical for the variety, with lychee and oily match stick on the nose. The palate is competent, with lemon-lime, apple and spiced Asian pear flavors. Dries out nicely on the finish; good Torrontés to drink as soon as possible.",Estate,10,86,Other,Salta,,Medrano 2010 Estate Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/medrano-2010-estate-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2010,Medrano 14,Red,South Africa,"An easy-drinking Rhône-style red blend with a fun name and a great attitude. Small red berries, plum skins and soft strawberries abound on the nose and mouth, and the structure is plump and juicy with low tannins and zippy acidity. Drink now.",,10,86,Western Cape,,,Goats do Roam Wine Co. 2008 Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goats-roam-wine-co-2008-red-western-cape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Goats do Roam Wine Co. 13,White,Italy,"This distinctive expression of Soave puts emphasis on brawn and power with aromas of mature fruit, apricot and cantaloupe. The aromatic intensity is standout and the wine follows through onto the palate with fresh intensity and playful touches of piquant spice.",La Capelina,,86,Veneto,Soave,,Franchetto 2009 La Capelina (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franchetto-2009-capelina-italian-white-garganega-soave/,Garganega,2009,Franchetto 13,Red,Italy,"Here's an intense and darkly garnet Syrah with ripe aromas of blackberry preserves, cherry cola, spice, clove and black pepper. The wine is soft and velvety with a smoky aftertaste of cured meat.",,,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2007 Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,2007,Feudo Principi di Butera 14.6,White,US,"Ripe and oaky in the modern style, with strong apricot, tangerine, pineapple and peach flavors and a buttery, creamy texture. Offers lots of upfront Chardonnay character.",,17,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Educated Guess 2008 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/educated-guess-2008-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2008,Educated Guess 12.5,Red,Italy,"A new generation of Sicilian brands has recently been experimenting with Pinot Noir in sunny Sicily. This expression, that is aged in stainless steel, shows a pretty garnet color and delicate aromas of raspberry, rose and violet.",,15,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Ecco Domani 2008 Pinot Nero (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ecco-domani-2008-pinot-noir-nero-sicilia/,Pinot Nero,2008,Ecco Domani 14,Red,France,"A juicy and fruit-forward choice with assertive aromas of strawberry, blueberry and red plum flesh. Ready for consumption now with a soft structure and gentle tannins.",,14,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Saint-Chinian,,Château Saint Baulery 2009 Red (Saint-Chinian),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-saint-baulery-2009-red-saint-chinian/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2009,Château Saint Baulery 14.1,White,US,"Direct and strong in pineapple and pear jam flavors, this Chardonnay also has notes of vanilla and buttered toast.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Hahn 2009 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2009-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2009,Hahn 12.5,Rose,Italy,"Valetti's beautifully luminous rosé opens with subdued but pristine aromas of raspberry, white cherry and pink grapefruit. Bitter almond and slight shadings of dried herb appear on the finish and the wine boasts a very clean, upfront feel in the mouth.",,,84,Veneto,Bardolino Chiaretto,,Valetti 2009 Bardolino Chiaretto,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valetti-2009-rose-bardolino-chiaretto/,Rosé,2009,Valetti 12,Red,Greece,"A nose of violets, tobacco, red fruit and spice start this easygoing Agiorgitiko from Greece. Classic red fruit and spice flavors are delivered in a friendly, clean package. Pair with grilled lamb, hamburgers.",,17,83,Nemea,,,Kourtaki 2005 Agiorgitiko (Nemea),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kourtaki-2005-greek-red-agiorgitiko-nemea/,Agiorgitiko,2005,Kourtaki 13,White,South Africa,Honeyed and a bit mealy with mushy flavors of mango and guava in the medium-weight mouth. Drink now.,,11,82,Coastal Region,,,Ernst Gouws & Co. 2008 Chardonnay (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernst-gouws-co-2008-chardonnay-coastal-region/,Chardonnay,2008,Ernst Gouws & Co. 15,Red,Argentina,"Black in color, with a severe, jammy nose that's ominous and heavy. The look and bouquet portend the flavors, which are thick, raisiny and pruney. This is over-the-top heavy and extracted, with an inky outlook and subpar balance.",Don Nicanor,18,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Nieto Senetiner 2008 Don Nicanor Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nieto-senetiner-2008-don-nicanor-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Nieto Senetiner ,Red,US,"Killer juice. It has it all—focus, depth, detail and power. Spice and herb, punch and power, wrapped into a wine with bright, tight berry fruit and layer upon layer of earth, rock and herb. It surpasses the ability of language to describe it. But it needs time—a lot of time.",Skull Stonebridge Vineyard,120,97,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Charles Smith 2007 Skull Stonebridge Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-smith-2007-skull-stonebridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Charles Smith 22,Dessert,Australia,"Seppeltsfield's 1987 Para Tawny features ample rancio complexity coupled with candied citrus notes. It's amazingly viscous, rich and mouthcoating, and seems to linger forever on the palate. Only 25 cases imported.",Para Tawny,70,95,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Seppeltsfield 1987 Para Tawny Port (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seppeltsfield-1987-para-tawny-port-blend-port-barossa-valley/,Port,1987,Seppeltsfield ,Red,US,"An excellent Col Solare; the best yet. It has suppleness and structure, with a panoply of fruits, from cassis to slightly candied cherries. The barrel notes are here in proportion, adding toast and coffee and chocolate, and the tannins are firm and polished. A strong core leads into a tight, confident finish.",Red Table Wine,70,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Col Solare 2007 Red Table Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-solare-2007-red-table-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2007,Col Solare 16,Red,Italy,"Morar is a beautifully oak-aged Amarone that boasts shadings of vanilla, chocolate, mature fruit, pipe tobacco, molasses and leather. It's a generous and complex bouquet that is made to linger even longer on your senses thanks to the natural intensity and richness of the wine's texture.",Morar,,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Valentina Cubi 2004 Morar (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentina-cubi-2004-morar-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Valentina Cubi 14.3,Red,US,"Awkward now, with all the components apart. Lots of oak here, ripe jammy fruit there, acidity kicking in midpalate, tannins locking down the finish. A very fine wine, rich, exotic and masculine, with a spine of steel, but it needs time. Best after 2013.",Ferrington Vineyard,62,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Ferrington Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-ferrington-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem 14.9,Red,US,"A great, elegant Cabernet to drink now and for the next four years or so. It's soft in acids and satiny in tannins, with extraordinarily delicious blackberry- and cherry-pie filling, anise liqueur, cassis, cola and sweet, smoky oak flavors. Gets better as it breathes in the glass.",Réserve Spéciale,110,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Arrowood 2006 Réserve Spéciale Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2006-reserve-speciale-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Arrowood 15.5,Red,Italy,"Bosan is a beautiful Amarone with gorgeous intensity and personality. It's a rich, ripe wine with perfectly integrated aromas of jammy fruit and exotic spice followed by pretty mineral and tobacco shadings. It's also particularly successful in the mouth where it shows both depth and persistency.",Bosan,110,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cesari 2003 Bosan (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-2003-bosan-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2003,Cesari 14.8,White,US,"Made from an unusual blend of Roussanne, Malvasia Bianca and Viognier, with the grapes grown in the Santa Maria and Santa Ynez valleys of Santa Barbara. The wine is strongly flavored, offering waves of apricot jam, lychee, pineapples and honey, with a very long, spicy finish. Dazzles for its depth and power. Almost sweet, but the finish turns dry and clean, with a flourish of acidity.",Ramshackle & Threadbare,45,93,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2008 Ramshackle & Threadbare White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2008-ramshackle-threadbare-white-other/,White Blend,2008,Sanguis 14.9,Red,US,"The grapes for this marvelous Rhône blend come from various vineyards in the Santa Ynez Valley. The blend is 83% Syrah, 14% Grenache and 3% Viognier. The aroma is marked by the scent of white pepper, black cherry liqueur, dark chocolate and buttered toast, with similar flavors. It's rich to the point of decadence, yet balanced and minerally. New oak to the tune of 65% is easily integrated. Drink now.",Backseat Betty,60,93,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2007 Backseat Betty Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2007-backseat-betty-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2007,Sanguis ,Red,US,"This classic Merlot is roughly half Pepper Bridge fruit, half Seven Hills fruit. What is particularly striking is how it displays enticing floral aromas over deliciously thick fruit, with streaks of coffee, chocolate and forest floor delicately laid in. Complex and tight, it has the potential to cellar for at least a decade, maybe 15 years.",,50,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Pepper Bridge 2007 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-bridge-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2007,Pepper Bridge 15.5,Red,Italy,"This is a knockout wine with amazing extraction and power that fuels a long, pleasurable experience. The wine opens with aromas of black cherry, chocolate fudge, exotic spice, mesquite and asphalt. It's supple and dense with touches of sweet spice on the fade.",Monte Cà Bianca,58,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Begali 2005 Monte Cà Bianca (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/begali-2005-monte-ca-bianca-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Begali 13,White,France,"Now maturing gently and with elegance, this is an exceptional wine. With its hint of toast, spice and white fruit flavors pierced by acidity and smoothed by vanilla, it has power along with elegance.",Pfingstberg Grand Cru,43,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 2005 Pfingstberg Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-2005-pfingstberg-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2005,Lucien Albrecht 15,Red,Italy,"Rich, opulent and ripe with black cherry and chocolate aromas, this beautiful Amarone shows the best of Valpolicella winemaking tradition. The wine is smooth, dense and bold on the palate with lingering flavors of black spice and tobacco.",Vigneto Monte Sant'Urbano,90,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Speri 2005 Vigneto Monte Sant'Urbano (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-2005-vigneto-monte-santurbano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Speri 15,Red,Italy,"Ripe with power and personality, this pretty Amarone reflects local tradition and territory. Bright aromas of wild berry and red apple are followed by fuller nuances of spice, chocolate and tobacco. The wine feels rich and satisfying thanks to its natural density and concentration.",,,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Pietro Zardini 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-zardini-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2005,Pietro Zardini 15,Red,Italy,"A smooth and elegant wine from one of Valpolicella's best producers. The craftsmanship and expertise here really comes through, especially in the wine's natural balance and sophistication. Aromas include black cherry, cola, cedar and spice.",,50,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Salette 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Le Salette 15.5,Red,Italy,"This is a lovely Amarone with loads of intensity and personality that runs straight through the thick and succulent character of its fruit. Valpolicella speaks loudly here and you will recognize aromas of cola, earth, blue flower and ripe fruit. Soft tannins and a velvety texture help fuel the wine's long finish.",,180,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Zymè 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zyme-2004-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Zymè 16,Red,Italy,Here's a dense and modern interpretation of Amarone that scores high in terms of pleasure and personality. Ripe black fruit and loads of exotic spice with chocolate come forth on the bouquet; the wine is very soft and rich on the close.,Morar,,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Valentina Cubi 2005 Morar (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentina-cubi-2005-morar-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Valentina Cubi ,Red,US,"This blend of 39% Cabernet Sauvignon, 52% Merlot and 9% Cabernet Franc is a jewel; sappy and seductive, loaded with cassis and boysenberry, tart and racy, and defined with sharp tannins. A strong and well-ripened herbal character infuses the red-fruit core, giving the wine length and style; it is just at the edge of showing some heat on the finish. Cellar for 8 to 10 years.",Seven Hills Vineyard Red,55,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Pepper Bridge 2007 Seven Hills Vineyard Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-bridge-2007-seven-hills-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Pepper Bridge ,Red,US,"Loaded with spice and mint, angular and focused, this extraordinary offering has a core of strikingly deep raspberry fruit. Around that core resonates a shell of minty herb, further defined by sharp tannins with an aromatic sandalwood component. As it breathes in the glass, it opens up further with cured, smoked meat flavors.",Milbrandt,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,K Vintners 2008 Milbrandt Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2008-milbrandt-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2008,K Vintners 14.6,Red,Spain,"A little heavy at first, but airing reveals a robust and stirring bouquet of plum and berry aromas mixed with coffee and leather. The palate is pure and deep, with a lush set of blackberry, ripe plum and berry syrup flavors. Shows a fine structure, a long and warm finish, and the potential to age another 5–8 years.",Sentius,33,92,Catalonia,Priorat,,Joan Simó 2006 Sentius Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joan-simo-2006-sentius-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Joan Simó 16,Dessert,Spain,"With spice, raisin and driving dark-fruit aromas, this sweetie is lifted and enticing on the bouquet. Big, rowdy and complex in the mouth, with layered cherry, cough drop and kirsch flavors. Very pure late, with coffee, chocolate and even more spice to the finish. Shows good fruit, acids, heft and overall balance. Delicious and highly recommended.",Ètim Verema Sobremadurada Old Vines Late Harvest 375ml,28,92,Catalonia,Montsant,,Agricola Falset-Marca 2005 Ètim Verema Sobremadurada Old Vines Late Harvest 375ml Red (Montsant),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-falset-marca-2005-etim-verema-sobremadurada-old-vines-late-harvest-375ml-red-montsant/,Red Blend,2005,Agricola Falset-Marca 15.4,Red,US,"From the Happy Canyon area, this 100% Cabernet shows the ripeness this warmer eastern appellation brings to the grapes. It's rich, dry and attractive in blackberries, black currants and oak, with mineral and herbal complexities and very refined tannins. Should age well for up to six years.",Estate,65,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Grassini 2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grassini-2007-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Grassini 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A new label for the top wine from Comporta, producing a big, rich, muscular wine. It has powerful tannins, a solid and firm structure and ripe berry and plum fruits. The tannins need 2–3 years to round out.",Parus,47,92,Setubal,,,Herdade da Comporta 2008 Parus Red (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-comporta-2008-parus-red-setubal/,Portuguese Red,2008,Herdade da Comporta 9,Dessert,US,"The first producer in the United States to craft traditional Trockenbeerenauslese-style Riesling, Dr. Frank's is still one of the very best. Deep gold in color, this luscious nectar fills the glass with aromas of candied orange and honeysuckle. Honey, dried mango and pineapple and exotic potpourri notes undulate persistently on the palate, ending in a languid tea leaf and honey finish.",Bunch Select Late Harvest,70,92,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2008 Bunch Select Late Harvest Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2008-bunch-select-late-harvest-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2008,Dr. Konstantin Frank 14.5,Red,US,"From Happy Canyon, now an official appellation, one of the best and most delicious Bordeaux blends to emerge from that warmer area. It's exuberant in black cherry and raspberry flavors, accented with sweet, smoky oak, and defined by smooth, rich tannins. Instantly drinkable, and a brand to watch. The winemaker is Doug Margerum.",Le Clos Secret,60,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Cimarone 2007 Le Clos Secret Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cimarone-2007-le-clos-secret-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Cimarone 15.5,Red,Italy,"The wine is luscious, rich and intense, with smooth aromas of cherry cola, ripe blackberry, black stone, cinnamon, clove and nutmeg. It feels silky and dense with soft tannins: There's also a bright spot of exotic spice at the very end.",Terre di Cariano,55,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cecilia Beretta 2005 Terre di Cariano (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecilia-beretta-2005-terre-cariano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Cecilia Beretta ,Red,US,"A lovely Malbec, with a strong floral component that begins with the aromas but carries nicely into the palate. It's like tasting flowers, but with red wine muscle and fruit. Tart berry, baking spice, silky tannins, and a finish with coffee ground highlights make this an especially captivating bottle. Alcohol is at just 13.4%.",,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2008 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2008-malbec-columbia-valley-wa/,Malbec,2008,Barnard Griffin 16,Red,Italy,"Modern and very enticing aromas of red berry fruit, vanilla, chocolate and dried tobacco leaves emerge in this beautifully made Amarone. Oak shadings come through on the palate with soft, supple tannins.",Vigneti di Ravazzól,50,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cà La Bionda 2005 Vigneti di Ravazzól (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bionda-2005-vigneti-ravazzol-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Cà La Bionda 14.2,Red,US,"A great Weir from Williams Selyem, showing a complex balance on the warm-cool-climate spectrum. It's very ripe in blackberries and cherries, but crisp in acidity, firm in tannins, and totally dry. Balanced and delicious but young, this wine will benefit from six years in a proper cellar.",Weir Vineyard,56,93,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Williams Selyem 2008 Weir Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-weir-vineyard-pinot-noir-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem 14.4,Red,US,"Not quite as concentrated as the winery's single-vineyard bottlings, but nearly so, and showing the signature dryness, acidity and overall classy mouthfeel. Beautiful and complex, with raspberry, cherry, pomegranate, rhubarb, rose petal and cola flavors that arevarietally correct. Drink now–2014.",Eastside Road Neighbors,49,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Eastside Road Neighbors Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-eastside-road-neighbors-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem 14.3,Red,US,"Here's a luscious, delicious Pinot Noir for drinking now. It's made in the modern style of soft ripeness, and features upfront cherry, cranberry, sweet fig and sandalwood flavors, with a tangy dusting of Indian spices. The acidity and tannins are near perfect. Drink now–2016.",Nicole's Vineyard,50,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2008 Nicole's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2008-nicoles-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,J Vineyards & Winery 14.6,Red,Spain,"Pungent up front, with dry bayberry, leather, jam notes and schisty minerality. The palate is all about structure, snappy acids, sinewy tannins and lively, full-force red-fruit and plum flavors. Like in the past, this is a top-notch Priorato that holds its form through the acid-driven finish. Best from 2011–2015.",Les Eres Vinyes Velles,66,93,Catalonia,Priorat,,Joan Simó 2006 Les Eres Vinyes Velles Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joan-simo-2006-eres-vinyes-velles-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2006,Joan Simó ,White,US,"Wonderfully fragrant, this wine really delivers the goods. Candied citrus fruits, juicy and rich, with an extended middle palate that brings in some skin flavors and hints of stone and earth. The finish extends for a full minute or longer.",Bacchus Vineyard,20,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2009 Bacchus Vineyard Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2009-bacchus-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Januik 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A big, black-colored wine, high on mint aromas, this is wonderfully chewy and concentrated. It revels in its smooth texture over a powerfully tannic character. Big, black, brooding fruits are complemented by superripe acidity, bitter chocolate and a firm aftertaste. Age for 4–5 years.",Esporão Private Selection Garrafeira,60,93,Alentejo,,,Herdade do Esporão 2007 Esporão Private Selection Garrafeira Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2007-esporao-private-selection-garrafeira-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2007,Herdade do Esporão 16.5,Red,Italy,"This is a beautiful expression of Amarone with jammy fruit aromas that are surrounded by subtle nuances of exotic spice, mesquite wood, cola and lightly toasted almond. The wine is soft and chewy with loads of richness and intensity on the long finish.",,70,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Zenato 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Zenato 13.7,Red,US,"The acidity and dryness on this Pinot stand out. It's not a blockbuster, but keeps its exuberance under tight control, offering tantalizing cherries, currants, cola and Indian spices, wrapped in a cloak of minerals. Very elegant, detailed and silky. Lovely now, with a good decant, and should develop complexity over the next 10 years.",Bucher Vineyard,54,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Bucher Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-bucher-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem ,Red,US,"All Dwelley Vineyard Merlot, with 9% Cab Franc and 6% Cab Sauvignon. Lots of pretty barrel toast and dense purple and black fruits, mixed with spicy vanilla/clove. Tannins are silky smooth, supple and powerful, and the wine really kicks it!",,25,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Barrister 2007 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2007-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2007,Barrister 15,Red,Italy,"Here is a gorgeous Riserva Amarone from the excellent 2004 vintage that shows massive richness, density and intensity. The wine is lush and opulent with sweet flavors of jammy fruit, oak spice, leather and tobacco.",Campo del Tìtari Riserva,,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Brunelli 2004 Campo del Tìtari Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brunelli-2004-campo-titari-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Brunelli 16,Red,Italy,"Big, bold and luscious, this beautiful Amarone shows bright fruit tones backed by sophisticated spice aromas with leather, tobacco and moist earth. The wine is thick, densely textured and would pair with roast pork and fennel.",,70,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Marion 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marion-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Marion 12.5,White,US,"Pey-Marin's Rieslings have been among the greatest in California, and their 2009 is one of their best yet. The wine is entirely unoaked, and did not undergo the malolactic fermentation, but it was aged on its lees. That allows the acidity to star, and what brilliant acidity it is. Rich and bone dry in steel, mineral, slate, citrus, white peach and Champagne yeast flavors, it takes California Riesling in a whole different direction.",The Shell Mound,26,93,California,North Coast,Marin County,Pey-Marin 2009 The Shell Mound Riesling (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pey-marin-2009-shell-mound-riesling-north-coast-marin-county/,Riesling,2009,Pey-Marin 15.5,Red,Italy,"Vaio Armaron is a rich and opulent Amarone with oak-driven tones of spice, leather and tobacco that stand in pretty contrast against the wine's fresh berry fruit. The mouthfeel is dense, velvety and long.",Serego Alighieri Vaio Armaron,77,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2003 Serego Alighieri Vaio Armaron (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2003-serego-alighieri-vaio-armaron-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,Masi 13.5,Red,US,"A brilliant Pinot Noir, dry and enormously concentrated in mountain cherries, raspberries, strawberries and sweet oak. Completely delicious now, but with the acidity, minerality and balance to evolve over the next six years, at least.",Estate Bottled,55,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Mount Eden Vineyards 2008 Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-2008-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2008,Mount Eden Vineyards 14.1,Red,US,"One sniff of this terrific Pinot Noir, and your brain knows it's the good stuff. From the ruby color to the fresh, jammy plum, cherry, cola and beef jerky flavors, it's just a terrific wine. Enormously complex and velvety in the mouth, it should improve over the next four years.",Melville Vineyard,46,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Samsara 2008 Melville Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/samsara-2008-melville-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2008,Samsara 14.5,Red,US,"A dazzlingly good Pinot that shows fresh, delicious flavors right out of the bottle. Floods the mouth with raspberries, cherries and spicy red licorice, beautifully married with sweet, buttery oak. Irresistably good, and made to drink now with a char-broiled steak.",,48,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Sobriquet Winery 2009 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobriquet-winery-2009-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2009,Sobriquet Winery 15.5,White,US,"A transparent, translucent Chardonnay whose pure fruit and minerals star. It's unoaked and did not undergo the malolactic fermentation. Shows delicate but complex layers of lime, orange blossom, Asian pear and lychee, framed in crisp acidity and finishing long and spicy.",Drum Canyon,36,93,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Diatom 2009 Drum Canyon Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diatom-2009-drum-canyon-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,Diatom 16,Red,Italy,"This is a beautiful Amarone that opens with elegant and not overdone aromas of mature fruit, cherry cola, cigar box, spice and toasted nut. Acidity, spice, heat and smooth tannins show excellent balance on the close.",,40,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,David Sterza 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-sterza-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,David Sterza 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A big, powerful wine that lives up to its Grande Reserva designation. With solid black fruits and equally solid, firm tannins, the wine is structured and rich at the same time. Expect this impressive wine to age for several years.",Monte Cascas Grande Reserva,41,93,Douro,,,Casca Wines 2008 Monte Cascas Grande Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casca-wines-2008-monte-cascas-grande-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Casca Wines ,White,US,"All den Hoed grapes—barrel fermented, neutral oak, no malolactic. Very rich, deep and racy, with glorious fruit. Full-bodied and lush without being heavy; it keeps the freshness and minerality, along with a full range of fruits from citrus to stone fruits to melon. Finishes with a lick of white pepper.",,20,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),K Vintners 2009 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2009-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2009,K Vintners ,Red,US,"This is 62% Cabernet Sauvignon and 38% Syrah. The Cab shines here, firm and confident, with sharp edges from spicy herbs. The fruit is polished and silky, and the wine seems to have a sheen over it, an almost gauze-like surface that shimmers and shines.",Roma En Chamberlin,60,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2007 Roma En Chamberlin Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2007-roma-en-chamberlin-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2007,K Vintners ,Red,US,"This has a strong and pure Walla Walla character; the fruit is splayed out broadly across the palate, a luscious mix of strawberries, blueberries, cherries and cassis. There are other veins of flavor running alongside: chocolate, coffee, black olive, licorice, anise and a hint of 5-spice. Big and full and deeply flavorful, this is perhaps the iconic K Syrah.",Morrison Lane,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2007 Morrison Lane Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2007-morrison-lane-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,K Vintners ,Red,US,"This is 80% Sangiovese and 20% Syrah; an overlooked treasure from the LeFore vineyard, one of the original plantings in the Rocks. It is now beginning to show more genuine Sangiovese character as it moves into its second decade. Spicy berry with a strong coffee back, and the juicy acidity of the grape providing the structure. It finishes with a bright cinnamon streak. Delicious.",Guido Red,40,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2007 Guido Red Sangiovese-Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2007-guido-red-red-blend-sangiovese-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese-Syrah,2007,K Vintners 15.6,Red,US,"Fat and delicious. Marked by huge, explosive blackberry, cassis, beef jerky and pepper flavors, housed in a fine structure. Wonderful tannins, rich and firm, with enough acidity for balance. Drink this full-bodied red wine over the next five years.",Thompson Vineyard,42,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2008 Thompson Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2008-thompson-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Jaffurs 14.3,Red,US,"One of the most instantly delicious Pinots of the vintage. Comes from the northern, warmer part of the valley, and shows perfectly ripe fruit flavors of cherries, cranberries and Dr. Pepper, made richer with sweet smoky oak. Should hold in the bottle for 4–5 years.",Robert Thomas Vineyard,50,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2008 Robert Thomas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2008-robert-thomas-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,J Vineyards & Winery 15.5,Red,Italy,"This elegant and expressive Amarone offers beautifully rich aromas of blackberry pie, Indian spice, barbecue smoke and dried cassis. The mouthfeel is rich and enduring and the wine offers a much longer finish than most.",Selezione Antonio Castagnedi,45,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2006 Selezione Antonio Castagnedi (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2006-selezione-antonio-castagnedi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 18,Dessert,Australia,"Coffee-brown in color, with a hint of golden-yellow at the rim, Chambers Grand Muscadelle features intense aromas of caramelized walnuts and a pronounced rancio character, all tied together by molassesy sweetness. Viscous and wildly concentrated, it leaves a lasting impression on glassware and palate alike.",Grand Muscadelle,140,93,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Chambers Rosewood Vineyards NV Grand Muscadelle Muscadel (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chambers-rosewood-nv-grand-muscadelle-muscat-muscadel-rutherglen/,Muscadel,,Chambers Rosewood Vineyards 15,Red,Italy,"A thick and juicy Amarone with rich layers of chocolate, exotic spice, black cherry, blueberry tart and tobacco. It feels dense and rich in the mouth and its natural heft would stand up to sharp cheddar.",Vigneto Monte Sant'Urbano,90,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Speri 2006 Vigneto Monte Sant'Urbano (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-2006-vigneto-monte-santurbano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Speri 16,Red,Italy,"Marion makes some of the best Amarone on sale today and this standout expression from the stellar 2004 vintage proves the point. The wine is thick, deliciously succulent and redolent of mature black fruit, spice, leather, chocolate and pipe tobacco.",,70,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Marion 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marion-2004-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2004,Marion ,White,US,"Firm, spicy and loaded with generous tropical fruits, this has three different clones in the blend, yielding exceptional depth and complexity. The wine moves gracefully from citrus to tropical fruits, with a firm core balanced on juicy acids.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,22,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2008 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2008-stillwater-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Novelty Hill 14.6,Red,US,"Everything one could want in a Zin: dark, rich color and very pleasing dark fruit aromas followed by a mouthful of juicy blackberry and clove flavors and rich, dusty tannins. The whole package, 89% zin with 11% Petite Sirah all from the Dalton Vineyard, is nicely balanced, seriously rich and ends with a proper earthy kick on the finish. Really, really good.","Donner Party Zin, Dalton Vineyard, Vineyard Select Series",36,93,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,"Newsome-Harlow 2008 Donner Party Zin, Dalton Vineyard, Vineyard Select Series Zinfandel (Calaveras County)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newsome-harlow-2008-donner-party-zin-dalton-vineyard-vineyard-select-series-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Zinfandel,2008,Newsome-Harlow 13.5,Red,Portugal,"A structured, elegant and concentrated wine. It is dominated by tannins, by its mineral structure and its black currant fruit. There are juicy acidity, firm tannins and a great sense of style. Still young from a fine Douro vintage, it needs several years to mature.",Old Vines Reserva,45,93,Douro,,,Duorum 2007 Old Vines Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duorum-2007-old-vines-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2007,Duorum 14,Dessert,US,"This blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc in a half bottle is very sweet, with a residual sugar of 11.8%. That decadent, honeyed richness is delicious, and so are the apricot and tangerine fruit flavors. Drink now, and don't let it get too cold.",Nightingale,40,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2006 Nightingale Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2006-nightingale-white-blend-sauvignon-blanc-semillon-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon,2006,Beringer 15.5,Red,Italy,"Monte Cà Bianca shows the very best of Valpolicella tradition and territory. The Begali family had been selling grapes to Bolla for decades before breaking off to make their own wine. Amarone lovers should be very happy they did, as this is a rich, penetrating and absolutely delicious wine.",Monte Cà Bianca,,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Begali 2004 Monte Cà Bianca (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/begali-2004-monte-ca-bianca-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Begali 15,Red,Italy,"This is a beautiful Riserva expression of Amarone with loads of black fruit, barbecue, mesquite, soy sauce, leather and dark chocolate. It shows a rich, smooth texture with impressive staying power and personality.",Campo Inferi Riserva,,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Brunelli 2004 Campo Inferi Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brunelli-2004-campo-inferi-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Brunelli 15.5,Red,US,"A Syrah that puts many more famous bottlings to shame. It's a little soft, but wonderfully rich and complex in berry, cherry, prosciutto, anise, white pepper and sandalwood flavors that go on and on, and finish is long and spicy. Not an ager, but a beautiful wine to drink now.",The Glenrose Vineyard Reserve,55,93,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 2007 The Glenrose Vineyard Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-2007-the-glenrose-vineyard-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2007,Adelaida 14.2,Red,US,"Wine club only, single vineyard and pure varietal. This is tightly focused, with strong herbal and stem flavors dominating over wild berry and tart black fruits. This needs more bottle age and probably decanting. But what force and concentration!",Les Collines Vineyard,34,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Amavi 2008 Les Collines Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amavi-2008-collines-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2008,Amavi ,Red,US,"This is starting to develop some secondary fruit aromas, richly suggestive of fresh-baked strawberry tarts, with a hint of the Cayuse funk underscoring the complexity. Penetrating and dense, this is both powerful and elegant, with precision and pungency. The liquid minerality provides a firm foundation and elevates the texture. This is a unique style of Grenache, that ripens slowly into a lingering finish with dried herbs and tanned leather.",God Only Knows,70,93,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2007 God Only Knows Grenache (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2007-god-only-knows-grenache-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Grenache,2007,Cayuse ,Red,US,"This Cab Franc-Merlot blend is beautifully aromatic, with sappy fruit flavors in a clearly identifiable Cayuse style. Rich strawberry-inflected fruit, sour cherry (griotte), dried herbs and a lightly salty texture infuse a wine that also packs in plenty of the earthy, compost character of Cayuse. Tannins are already beginning to age into a finish with black tea highlights.",Flying Pig,70,93,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2007 Flying Pig Cabernet Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2007-flying-pig-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-merlot-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Merlot,2007,Cayuse ,Red,US,"Lovely aromas are a perfect mix of dust, rock, cassis and black fruits; the flavors carry so much detail that it's hard to catalog it all. Subtle but well defined, they cascade over and around each other in a gentle profusion—there is black cherry, then rock, then lead pencil, then some smoke, then a whiff of licorice, and so on. A fascinating wine with good aging potential.",Tapteil,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2007 Tapteil Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2007-tapteil-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Cadence 14.1,Red,US,"Shows the exotic power of the vineyard, with wild cherry, raspberry, cola and spice flavors, and the crisp acidity of the far Sonoma Coast. But not one you want to drink now. It's tight, dry, minerally, aloof. Needs time. Definitely a wine to cellar until at least 2014.",Peay Vineyard,56,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2008 Peay Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-peay-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem 14.1,Red,US,"A blend of 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 48% Merlot and 4% each Malbec and Petit Verdot, this brings seductive baking spices, cinnamon and more, all of which elevate the aromas. In the mouth come fruit flavors of ripe strawberry and plum, with hints of red licorice and a pretty sandalwood note. The flavors spread evenly across the palate with a generous and spicy tang; then linger gracefully, inviting the next sip immediately.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard Red,55,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Pepper Bridge 2007 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-bridge-2007-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Pepper Bridge 15.5,Red,Italy,"Corte Sant'Alda presents an impressive Amarone in 2006 with loads of density and pure aromatic intensity. The wine opens with a dark, inky color and aromas of dark chocolate, cedar wood, toasted almond, black fruit and molasses.",,,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Corte Sant' Alda 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-sant-alda-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Corte Sant' Alda 14.2,Red,US,"A brilliant Bordeaux blend, just captivating for its lush fruit, elegance and classy balance. Remarkable for the integrity of tannins, so sturdy and refined, so pure and sweet. A feminine wine, to judge by its soft allure, and yet packed with power and integrity. Beautiful now, although it's easily one for the next five to seven years. A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot.",Elevage,78,93,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 2007 Elevage Red (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2007-elevage-red-napa-stags-leap-district/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Chimney Rock ,Red,US,"Compelling aromas and flavors show a generous amount of toasty oak, dappled with the ground coffee highlights that you find in ripe Cab Franc. Lovely purple fruits, compelling, tight, tart flavors, racy and supple, with juicy fruit/berry flavors, fine tannins, and a smooth, supple, lengthy finish.",,27,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barrister 2008 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2008-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Barrister 15.1,White,US,"Mainly Roussanne, with a dollop of Viognier, this brilliant white wine is largely from the Santa Valley, which accounts for its brilliant ripeness. Just massive in white flowers, fresh white peaches, yellow apricots, pears, sautéed bananas, toasted coconut, vanilla and firm minerals. Lots of new oak, but the underlying wine easily supports it. A tremendous, impressive wine.",Acromion,70,93,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2007 Acromion White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2007-acromion-white-other/,White Blend,2007,Sanguis 14.1,Red,US,"This is the signature wine, a field blend wine that is a precise representation of the grapes planted in the estate vineyard, in exact proportion: 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 6% Malbec. Muscular and rich with dark fruits, cocoa, coffee, chocolate, fresh herbs and a streak of mineral, this is detailed, dense and compelling. Should age for a decade or more.",Windrow Vineyards Windrow Red,45,93,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Tero Estates 2007 Windrow Vineyards Windrow Red Red (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tero-estates-2007-windrow-windrow-red-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Tero Estates ,Red,US,"Here the deep, dark cassis fruit flavors are accented with ground coffee, moist earth, and buttery barrel flavors. A fine effort that captures the varietal character and smooches it with great barrel management. The blend includes 10% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. An elegant, deceptive wine, it needs your attention as it shows itself gently.",Weinbau Vineyard,35,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,Januik 2007 Weinbau Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2007-weinbau-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Januik 15.2,Red,US,"This best barrels blend of all Jaffurs's Syrahs combines charming early drinkability with some ageability. It's vast and deep in blackberries, cassis and dark chocolate, but firm in tannins, framing delicious fruit in a sturdy structure. With a dry finish, it will provide good drinking over the next six years.",Upslope,75,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2008 Upslope Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2008-upslope-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2008,Jaffurs 14.4,Red,US,"This is a barrel selection from J's various vineyards throughout the valley. It's drier, leaner and tarter than many other local bottlings, meaning the wine has an elegance that makes it enormously food friendly. Shows a lovely complex of raspberry and cherry tart and blueberry pie flavors, with the smoky, buttery crust. Drink now–2014.",Barrel 16,50,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2008 Barrel 16 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2008-barrel-16-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,J Vineyards & Winery 15.2,Red,US,"This is a dark, dry and tannic wine, even at the age of five-plus years. It even shows some austerity, with a cloak of astringency. Nearly all Syrah, it has a massive core of blackberry jam, licorice, bacon and sandalwood, with a pleasantly funky note of what seems like brettanomyces. A drop of Viognier lends crisp acidity to this wonderfully rich wine. Now–2013.",Bossman,70,93,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2005 Bossman Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2005-bossman-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2005,Sanguis ,Red,Portugal,"Dark in color, as befits a wine that was food trodden in open fermenters. To say it has a Port-like feel is to emphasize the wine's concentration, the mellifluous tannins and the powerful black fruits. It needs several years aging.",Duas Quintas Reserva Especial,67,93,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 2007 Duas Quintas Reserva Especial Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2007-duas-quintas-reserva-especial-red-douro-125424/,Portuguese Red,2007,Ramos-Pinto 15.5,Red,Italy,"This impressive Amarone shows aromatic intensity and elegance that is expressed as black mineral, jammy cherry fruit, Indian spice, barbecue smoke and cola. It's a thick, delicious wine with excellent extract and consistency that can match grilled meat or aged cheese.",Selezone Antonio Castagnedi,45,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2005 Selezone Antonio Castagnedi (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2005-selezone-antonio-castagnedi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2005,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 14.5,White,Australia,"One of Australia's benchmark Chardonnays continues its roll, offering up opulent scents of vanilla, peach and mango. Tropical fruit and toasty oak flavors are easily carried by a lush, full-bodied delivery system that seems to unfold kaleidoscopically on the palate, finishing long and multilayered. On the conservative side, drink now–2015.",Art Series,89,93,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2007 Art Series Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2007-art-series-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2007,Leeuwin Estate 9.8,White,US,"A unique balance—9.8% alcohol and 2% residual sugar—with the subtle flavors of old vines a bonus. A gorgeous wine, tasted with escalar (white tuna) served as sushi. The buttery fish and the light, elegant Riesling are a stunning match. Neither overtakes the other.",Champoux Vineyard,15,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,OS Winery 2009 Champoux Vineyard Riesling (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/os-winery-2009-champoux-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Riesling,2009,OS Winery 16,Red,Italy,"Ambrosan takes Amarone intensity to the next level. The wine is plump, rich and loaded with dark fruit, spice and smoke. Possible food pairings include red meat or roast pork that would match the stamina, but also the overall softness of the tannins.",Ambrosan,80,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Nicolis 2004 Ambrosan (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2004-ambrosan-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Nicolis ,Red,US,"The Phil Lane, from a small vineyard that adjoins the winery, is refined and elegant in the context of the K Vintners Syrah pantheon. This has a generous amount of herb and organic/umami flavor, and the fruit is a component, but not dominant. A contemplative wine, with a subtle weave of herb, earth and berry. The acids are not yet entirely integrated, but that's a minor caveat.",Phil Lane,70,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2007 Phil Lane Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2007-phil-lane-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2007,K Vintners 15.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a Riserva expression of Amarone that shows beautiful intensity and velvety softness in the mouth. The wine is redolent of Indian spice, dark chocolate, mature blackberry and toasted almond. Pair it with succulent steak or aged cheese.",Caterina Zardini Riserva,90,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Giuseppe Campagnola 2006 Caterina Zardini Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-campagnola-2006-caterina-zardini-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Giuseppe Campagnola 15,Red,Italy,"Campo Inferi Riserva Amarone opens with very sweet and beautiful tones of red fruit candy, raspberry jam, nutmeg and cinnamon. It offers more rich sweet fruit flavors in the mouth and would pair perfectly with honey baked ham with cloves.",Campo Inferi Riserva,85,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Brunelli 2005 Campo Inferi Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brunelli-2005-campo-inferi-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Brunelli 16.5,Red,Italy,"Beautifully polished and bright, Zenato delivers a knock-out Amarone that shows impressive richness and intensity. Soft oak flavors of spice, vanilla and leather are followed by bright cherry and blackberry aromas. The wine is penetrating and extremely smooth in the mouth.",,70,94,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Zenato 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Zenato 14.1,Red,US,"Tough, acidic and tight in youth, offering little in the way of richness. So tart, so minerally, so dry. A wine that demands time in the cellar. Should reward the patient after six years or so, to allow things to resolve so the cherry, cranberry and rhubarb flavors can transmogrify. It would not be surprising for this wine to develop bottle nuance for well more than a decade.",Precious Mountain Vineyard,90,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2008 Precious Mountain Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-precious-mountain-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem 14.7,White,US,"A massive wine, just tremendous. Made from 97% Chardonnay and 3% Viognier, it's extraordinarily rich and concentrated in grilled pineapple, pear, peach and lime flavors, with a coating of sweet, vanilla-scented crême brûlée. There's an authoritative minerality all the way through that grounds and sustains the fruit. The grapes come from warmer vineyards throughout Santa Barbara County.",The Narrow & Straight,60,94,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2008 The Narrow & Straight White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2008-narrow-straight-white-other/,White Blend,2008,Sanguis 14.8,Red,US,"This lush wine epitomizes the modern Napa style of soft richness and extreme drinkability when young. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, it's beautiful now for its blackberry, black currant, dark chocolate and cedar flavors. For all its approachability, it should age well for the next six to eight years.",Red Wine,100,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Viader 2007 Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viader-2007-red-wine-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Viader 14.5,Red,France,"Le Pavillon is drawn from Les Bessards, the most granitic of Hermitage's climats, resulting in a wine with pronounced structure and minerailty. Hints of cinnamon and clove join plum and crushed stone on the nose, while the concentrated flavors suggest iron or beef blood as well. Drink 2015–2030.",Le Pavillon Ermitage,316,94,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2006 Le Pavillon Ermitage (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2006-le-pavillon-ermitage-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,2006,M. Chapoutier ,Dessert,US,"A burnished gold, tilting toward mahogany, this decadently thrilling ice wine is sex in a glass. Immense concentration, with layers of sugar that run from molasses to honey to brown sugar to maple syrup. It's supported with enough acidity to keep it focused, and the flavors wrap into a finish that is a combination of every crème brûlée you've ever enjoyed.",Ice Wine,37,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2009 Ice Wine Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2009-ice-wine-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2009,Gordon Brothers 15.9,White,US,"This is the richest of Diatom's 2009 unoaked Chards. It's wildly expressive in tangerines, white truffles and honey, braced with a pleasing minerality. The alcohol is quite high, but an integral part of the wine's oily, glyceriney mouthfeel.",Huber Vineyard,48,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Diatom 2009 Huber Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diatom-2009-huber-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,Diatom 15,White,Italy,"This is a lovely Amarone that offers seemingly limitless intensity and personality. The wine is richly redolent of red cherry, chocolate, spice and tobacco. It tastes sweet and plush and delivers a very smooth and supple texture. Very nice.",Il Bosco,82,94,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cesari 2004 Il Bosco (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-2004-il-bosco-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2004,Cesari ,Red,US,"The Camaspelo—a 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 8% Cab Franc blend—is a little bigger, a little thicker in the mouth than the Flying Pig, but with similar fruit and grip. The mineral base, dusty cherry and currant fruit and accent notes of cured meats give this wine a layered complexity; it unfolds gracefully across the palate and down into a long finish. Still very young, but with exceptional aging potential.",Camaspelo,65,94,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2007 Camaspelo Red (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2007-camaspelo-red-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Cayuse ,Red,US,"Pure Cabernet Sauvignon, this brings full-on dark fruits, smoke, licorice and black-tea flavors into the core palate. Despite its power, the wine has a sculpted quality, a nice sense of depth, yet with immediate appeal. The tannins are polished and fine, the acids just right to give the wine crisp edges and focus.",Reserve,40,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2007 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2007-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Barnard Griffin 13.8,White,US,"This is a big, vital Chardonnay brimming with fresh acids and oak, whose underlying pineapple, pear and lemon-lime flavors are delicious. Despite the richness, it's dry and crisp in acidity, with a minerally tang. Drink now.",Estate Bottled,55,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Mount Eden Vineyards 2007 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-2007-estate-bottled-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2007,Mount Eden Vineyards 16,Red,Italy,"Pergole Vece opens with a beautiful nose of black fruit, molasses, chocolate, blackberry jam and loads of vanilla or cinnamon spice. It's a smooth, soft and textured wine with a long, delicious finish.",Pergole Vece,118,94,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Salette 2005 Pergole Vece (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-2005-pergole-vece-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Le Salette 14.5,Red,US,"Brilliant and delicious. Shows the elegant dryness of a superior Arroyo Grande Pinot, with massively ripe and complex flavors of black and red cherry pie, raspberry and strawberry jam, beef jerky, cola and smoky oak. Wonderful and glamorous and fun, yet serious. Bring on the ahi tuna tartare.",Reserve du Domaine,40,94,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2008 Reserve du Domaine Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2008-reserve-domaine-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Laetitia 14.7,Red,US,"One hundred percent whole cluster fermentation makes this young Syrah vigorously tannic and spicy. It's enormously rich and concentrated in white pepper, currant, violet, grilled meat and cedar flavors, with a core of grilled blackberries. Feels important and distinguished in the mouth, an elegant wine for an elegant meal. Drink now through 2014.",Ampelos Vineyard,38,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Samsara 2008 Ampelos Vineyard Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/samsara-2008-ampelos-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2008,Samsara 18,Dessert,Australia,"Rich and viscous, this glass-staining, deep brown wine is loaded with notes of coffee, toffee and dried fruit. Pronounced rancio character marks the nose and lingers on the long, complex finish.",Rare Calliope,84,94,Victoria,Rutherglen,,R.L. Buller & Son NV Rare Calliope Muscat (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rl-buller-son-nv-rare-calliope-muscat-rutherglen/,Muscat,,R.L. Buller & Son 15.2,Red,US,"So delicious, so drinkably good, it defines the beauty of great coastal Syrah. A bit high in alcohol, but the heat fits in well beside the white and black pepper notes, and gives a lift to the vast blackberry, cassis, bacon and sandalwood flavors. Drink now through 2014.",Ampelos Vineyard,46,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Jaffurs 2008 Ampelos Vineyard Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2008-ampelos-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2008,Jaffurs 16,Red,Italy,"Here's a fabulous expression of the best of the Valpolicella with smooth, rich aromas of chocolate, roasted almond, black fruit and mesquite wood. The wine excels in the mouth, where it shows soft, silky tannins and a very long, tasty finish.",Pergole Vece,,94,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Salette 2006 Pergole Vece (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-2006-pergole-vece-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Le Salette 15,Red,US,"Kudos to the winery for holding this estate grown wine back for five-plus years. The wine is now softly dry and enormously complex, showing blackberry and cherry liqueur flavors that are beginning to age into drier, earthier notes of dried fruits and minerals. Cofermentation with some Viognier adds the perfect touch of bright, citrusy acidity.",,38,94,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Vineyard of Pasterick 2005 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-pasterick-2005-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2005,Vineyard of Pasterick 14.1,White,US,"Brilliantly clean and pure. Just so expressive and refined, with a crystalline mouthfeel. Rich, alive, vibrant and crisp, with spicy Asian pear and citrus flavors. The finish is dry and long. Just 872 cases were produced.",Clone 76 Inox,36,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2009 Clone 76 Inox Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2009-clone-76-inox-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,Melville 14.5,Red,US,"Held back for five years, this interesting Syrah is developing bottle complexities. It's soft and gentle, with firm tannins, and the fruit is changing from fresh and primary to ethereal and mushroomy. Quite a beautiful, elegant wine now, and it should continue to evolve over the next five years.",Presidio Vineyard,45,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Ojai 2005 Presidio Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ojai-2005-presidio-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2005,Ojai 15.5,White,US,"You can find almost anything you want in this intricate wine, it's that complex. Shows brilliant lucidity and a simple purity, like a Japanese garden. The mineral, wet stone, Asian pear, honey tangerine and lime flavors are so unctuous, it's hard to believe the wine saw no oak.",Babcock Vineyard,48,94,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Diatom 2009 Babcock Vineyard Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diatom-2009-babcock-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,Diatom 14.5,White,France,"Rich and sweet wine in character with a Vendange Tardive. It is gorgeous and opulent, while balanced and elegant. The acidity is in wonderful contrast to the smoky honey and orange zest flavors. A hint of bitterness suggests, for sure, that this wine will be even more wonderful when aged.",Altenbourg,48,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Weinbach 2008 Altenbourg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-weinbach-2008-altenbourg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2008,Domaine Weinbach 14.6,Red,US,"One hundred percent Syrah from the Watch Hill Vineyard, in the Los Alamos Valley section of Santa Barbara County. It's very new-oaky now, with an explosion of buttered toast, char, vanilla and wood tannins. Underneath is a funky red wine just waiting to emerge. Already showing notes of bacon, teriaki beef and massively ripe blackberries. A helluva wine, impressive and dramatic. The big question is what will it do? Should develop for an additional 4–6 years.",Kubernetes,75,94,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2005 Kubernetes Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2005-kubernetes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2005,Sanguis 16,Red,Italy,"One of the best Amarones available, Campo dei Gigli is a powerhouse wine with loads of luscious berry intensity followed by a mixed box of Indian spice. Ground clove, cardamom and cinnamon all play a role in the beautiful bouquet and these aromas are matched by a succulent, rich mouthfeel.",Campo dei Gigli,70,94,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 2005 Campo dei Gigli (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-2005-campo-gigli-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2005,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 14.5,Red,US,"Here's a Cab to put in the cellar. It's big and rich and frankly sensational, just massive in blackberries, currants and sweet dark chocolate. The tannins are fierce, but very fine, and the overall balance is impeccable. Too astringent now, even with decanting, but should easily improve in the bottle throughout the next decade.",Artemis,55,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2007 Artemis Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2007-artemis-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 16,Red,Italy,"Mazzano is a very special expression of Amarone with seamless integration and persistency. The beauty is that it delivers power and elegance, intensity and sophistication without missing a beat. There are firm tannins here followed by soft layers of spice, leather and ripe fruit.",Mazzano,170,94,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2003 Mazzano (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2003-mazzano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,Masi ,Red,US,"Blood red, with a center almost black, and a smell like raw meat. A remarkable wine, cropped at well under 2 tons/acre and vinified with roughly 50% whole clusters. Complex and aromatic, with a fruit jelly character that mixes exotic berries and black currants. This is a wine you can dive into and keep exploring; beyond the luscious fruits are layers of herb and cured meats and a vein of graphite.",The Deal Sundance Vineyard,35,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,K Vintners 2007 The Deal Sundance Vineyard Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2007-deal-sundance-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2007,K Vintners 14.7,Red,US,"A thoroughly good Cabernet that represents a welcome return to form after a disappointing period for the winery in the mid-2000s. Dry, rich and dramatically structured, this cellarworthy wine has impressive flavors of blackberries and cassis, with earthier notes of black olive tapenade and cedarwood. Could easily score even higher down the road.",Villa Vista,80,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2006 Villa Vista Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2006-villa-vista-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Kuleto Estate 14,Red,France,"The 2006 L'Ermite boasts a wonderfully fragrant bouquet of cracked pepper, beef blood and plummy fruit, but is a full-bodied, powerful expression of Syrah on the mouth, bulging with crushed stone and espresso nuances. It's velvety without being soft, the tannins showing supple strength. Drink 2015–2030.",L'Ermite Ermitage,345,94,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2006 L'Ermite Ermitage (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2006-lermite-ermitage-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,2006,M. Chapoutier 14.2,Red,US,"Enormously rich and powerful, showing tremendous authority. Oozes ripe, candied raspberry, cherry, sweet cola, licorice, pie spice and sandalwood flavors, wrapped into ripe, fine tannins. Feels really toned, sculpted, with a long, dry, spicy finish. Drink now through 2014.",Split Rock Vineyard,43,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Saudade 2008 Split Rock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saudade-2008-split-rock-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Saudade ,Red,US,"This nicely captures the structural strengths of the '07 vintage. It's a muscular wine, with excellent depth and polish. In the mouth it displays exceptional Cabernet/Bordeaux character, in the context of bright Washington fruit. Vivid and aromatic, with a lifted palate that blends and matches dark cassis fruit and mixed herbs with hints of the 50% new oak. Age this for decades.",,55,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Pepper Bridge 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-bridge-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Pepper Bridge ,Red,US,"This would qualify as a fruit bomb except it is so impeccably balanced, with fine-grained tannins and enough acidity to keep the lush berry fruit flavors from becoming jammy. Boysenberry, blackberry, black cherry and cassis hold down a concentrated core; the density of this wine is captivating.",Northridge,35,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,K Vintners 2007 Northridge Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2007-northridge-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2007,K Vintners 14.5,Red,US,"You have to count this as another great Insignia, dry and complex and ageworthy, although the tannins are fierce now, and it may lack just a bit of the glamor of, say, the 2004 or 2001. It's certainly a big wine that floods the mouth with blackberry, black currant, cassis and new oak flavors. The tannins and acids make it aloof, resistant, tough. It wants time in the cellar. Best after 2013. Production was a hefty 13,500 cases.",Insignia,225,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2007 Insignia Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2007-insignia-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Joseph Phelps ,White,US,"From an older block (planted in 1990), this tightly-wound, beautifully-structured Chardonnay brings together tart and tasty orange citrus fruits, wet stone minerality, hints of lime and a core of steel. It's a racehorse, beautifully proportioned, and built for both near term and long term enjoyment.",Cold Creek Vineyard,25,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Januik 2008 Cold Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2008-cold-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2008,Januik 15.2,Red,US,"Extraordinarily rich and ripe, if a little high in alcohol. Shows great extract, with masses of squashed, gooey cherries, raspberries and oodles of spices. Feels opulent and dramatic, with smoky oak adding to the complex, almost feral layers. So much going on in the glass. Just gorgeous now, and should hold and develop over the next 4–5 years.",Carrie's,46,95,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2009 Carrie's Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2009-carries-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Melville ,Red,US,"This includes grapes from Block One (the 1972 planting) and several other more recent plantings at Champoux; essentially this is pure Cabernet Sauvignon. It smells like a fine Bordeaux, still very young and tight, with well-defined layers of flavor. Black cherry, cassis, lead pencil, smoke and baking spices are tightly stacked and particularly apparent in the aromas. Give this one a decade or more in the cellar; if you are drinking now, decant for at least two hours.",Champoux Vineyard,50,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,Januik 2007 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/januik-2007-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Januik 14.5,Red,US,"Gorgeous, opulent, intense, a really impressive Cabernet right out of the bottle. Feels softly tannic and very dry, with enormously complex flavors of blackberries and cassis, cola, violets, minerals, cedar and unnameable tastes from the earth. A wine to savor now and cellar for a decade.",Frog Prince,80,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2006 Frog Prince Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2006-frog-prince-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Kuleto Estate 15,Red,Italy,"This Riserva Amarone proves to be an extremely elegant and sophisticated wine with enormously rich notes of black fruit supported by savory tones of exotic spice, leather, dried tobacco and beef jerky. The wine is beautifully polished and smooth, but it also delivers unforgettable power and depth.",Monte Fante Riserva,90,95,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Remo Farina 2004 Monte Fante Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remo-farina-2004-monte-fante-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Remo Farina 15.3,Red,US,"So rich and complex, so decadently delicious, you want to drink the whole bottle. Takes the blackberries and black currants of Cabernet Sauvignon, merges them with Syrah's bacon and pepper, flirts with Grenache's cherries, and then uplifts it all with Viognier's citrusy brightness and acidity. A compelling wine that will hold through 2013.",The Devil & The Deep Blue Sea,75,95,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2007 The Devil & The Deep Blue Sea Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2007-devil-deep-blue-sea-red-other/,Red Blend,2007,Sanguis 14.5,Red,US,"The vineyard is on winding, picturesque West Dry Creek Road, and is comprised of very old vines. In the wrong hands these low-yielding grapes might have been mishandled, but Dry Creek Vineyard knows Zinfandel. The result is superb, spectacular, the essence of old vine Sonoma. Rich, dry and pure, it's enormously complex in briary, peppery wild berries, with a delicious edge of sweet raisins. Drink now for sheer deliciousness.",Beeson Ranch,34,95,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2007 Beeson Ranch Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2007-beeson-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2007,Dry Creek Vineyard 14.5,Red,France,"Although 2006 won't go down as a great vintage in the northern Rhône, Chapoutier's selections parcellaires are still top notch. Le Méal gets the nod this year as the most powerful of the group, with massive espresso and black olive elements tinged with meat and underlain by a bed of ripe blueberries. Long and mouthwatering on the finish, look for this wine to approach maturity by 2016; drink well through 2025 or longer.",Le Méal Ermitage,270,95,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2006 Le Méal Ermitage (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2006-le-meal-ermitage-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,2006,M. Chapoutier 14.3,White,US,"This 100% Viognier was grown in the Bien Nacido Vineyard. It's bone dry, crisp in acidity and firm in wet stone minerals, while the rich fruit flavors suggest fresh, juicy citron, quince and sweet lime. Just wonderful, a bracing, pure, clean and pure example of a variety that can often be fussy.",Fractured Flowers,60,95,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2008 Fractured Flowers Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2008-fractured-flowers-viognier-other/,Viognier,2008,Sanguis 15.8,Red,US,"A brilliant Syrah, showing its cool-climate origins with a burst of white pepper. Much of the fruit comes from the Bien Nacido Vineyard, and the Syrah contains 4% Viognier. Firm tannins and fine acidity give this delicious wine structure, but it's mostly notable for the extraordinary depth and length of its blackberry, currant, teriaki beef, mushroom and cedar flavors. The wine easily stands up to 100% new French oak casks.",The Oracle of Delphi,85,95,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2007 The Oracle of Delphi Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2007-oracle-delphi-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2007,Sanguis 8.5,Dessert,US,"Made from the exotic Scheurebe grape, this is a very sweet wine, brimming with pineapple jam, ripe pear and honeysuckle flavors, with an oily, glyceriney fatness. It's balanced with crisp acidity, so the finish is dry and clean. Just delicious now with fruity desserts, vanilla cake or a buttery lemon soufflé.",Eisrébe,50,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2009 Eisrébe Scheurebe (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2009-eisrebe-other-white-scheurebe-napa-valley/,Scheurebe,2009,Joseph Phelps 18,Dessert,Australia,"The Grand level of Chambers' offerings may be the best compromise between expense, rarity and quality. This Grand Muscat boasts knockout scents of dried flowers, tea leaves and rancio, while the flavors are date-like in sweet intensity but accompanied by floral qualities and impeccable freshness.",Grand,100,95,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Chambers Rosewood Vineyards NV Grand Muscat (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chambers-rosewood-vineyards-nv-grand-muscat-rutherglen-90110/,Muscat,,Chambers Rosewood Vineyards 16,Red,Italy,"Gorgeous, rich and penetrating, this wine excels in terms of the elegance of its aromas. Layers of black fruit, spice, mesquite, beef jerky, cola and soy sauce are perfectly integrated and the wine shows plump, ripe richness on the close. Promises to age 10 years or more.",Riserva Sergio Zenato,130,95,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Zenato 2004 Riserva Sergio Zenato (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2004-riserva-sergio-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Zenato 14.7,Red,US,"Here's one for the cellar, guaranteed. It shows all the classic hallmarks of an ageworthy Napa Cabernet. Dry, tannic and closed, with massively concentrated blackberry and cassis flavors, and a firm grounding of minerals. Very fine and complex, very impressive. Hold for at least six years, and should develop in the bottle for far longer.",India Ink,80,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kuleto Estate 2006 India Ink Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuleto-estate-2006-india-ink-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Kuleto Estate 18,Dessert,Australia,"Thick, dark brown and looking as much like molasses as wine, Buller's Calliope Rare Tokay has a soy-like meatiness to it, a leathery note that adds complexity to its notes of treacle and rancio. Almost too sweet and syrupy, with an endless finish.",Calliope Rare,120,95,Victoria,Rutherglen,,R.L. Buller & Son NV Calliope Rare Tokay (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-l-buller-son-nv-calliope-rare-tokay-rutherglen-111166/,Tokay,,R.L. Buller & Son 14.5,Red,US,"Shows the Bacchus profile of ripe blackberry and cassis fruit, pure, strong tannins and exceptional balance. It's a dry, classically structured Cabernet of enormous complexity and interest. So delicious now, it's tempting to drink, but it's way too young. This is a wine to cellar, and it should blossom over the next 20 years.",Backus Vineyard,250,95,California,Napa,Oakville,Joseph Phelps 2007 Backus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2007-backus-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Joseph Phelps 14.9,Red,US,"Nearly all Syrah, with a splash of Viognier, this wine comes from some of the best vineyards in the Santa Ynez and Los Alamos Valleys, including the Happy Canyon area. It's a dramatic glass of red wine, bone dry and fairly tannic, with vast, intricate flavors of blackberries, black currants, teriaki beef, cherries, red licorice, cola, dark chocolate and toast. The Viognier brings a brightening dash of citrus and acidity. An extraordinary wine that will drink well through 2014.",As The Crow Flies,75,96,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2006 As The Crow Flies Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2006-as-crow-flies-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2006,Sanguis 14.1,Red,US,"A joy to drink now, and will develop over a decade or more. A dry, pure, focused wine whose intricately detailed cherry, cola and cranberry flavors are enhanced by minerally things from the earth and a near-perfect application of oak. Changes by the second in the glass, ever fascinating.",Allen Vineyard,78,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Allen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-allen-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem ,Red,US,"This displays extraordinary fruit flavors, along with a dense, deep minerality. The flavors seamlessly blend berry, rock, graphite, fresh herb, and light barrel notes. But the fruit! Ripe and rich and aggressively full bodied. Berries piled upon earth and rock, and the flavors linger forever.",Old Bones Stoneridge Vineyard,140,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Charles Smith 2007 Old Bones Stoneridge Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-smith-2007-old-bones-stoneridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Charles Smith 13.8,Red,US,"Dazzles with richness, offering waves of candied, tart raspberry and cherry fruit, Dr. Pepper, exotic Indian spice, rose petal and sandalwood flavors, as well as undefinable feral things. Absolutely dry and high in acidity, with overwhelming complexity, it's a milestone. Drink now through 2014; could go way beyond.",Hirsch Vineyard,72,97,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2008 Hirsch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-hirsch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem 18,Dessert,Australia,"Incredibly concentrated and intense, this dark coffee-colored wine coats the glass and the palate with waves of luxuriously sweet, raisiny flavors. Layers of complexity follow in the form of rancio, dried fig and molasses, with a citrusy edge providing life and freshness to the nearly endless finish.",Rare Muscadelle,300,97,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Chambers Rosewood Vineyards NV Rare Muscadelle Muscadel (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chambers-rosewood-nv-rare-muscadelle-muscat-muscadel-rutherglen/,Muscadel,,Chambers Rosewood Vineyards 18,Dessert,Australia,"A deep mahogany in color, the Merchant Prince Rare Muscat boasts dense date, fudge and molasses components balanced by rancio, citrusy accents and even some floral notes. Despite being incredibly sweet and sticky, there's a freshness to it that keeps it from being overwhelming.",Merchant Prince Rare,97,97,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Campbells NV Merchant Prince Rare Muscat (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campbells-nv-merchant-prince-rare-muscat-rutherglen-105873/,Muscat,,Campbells ,Red,US,"The wine begins to change immediately; as soon as the cork is pulled the bouquet emerges and begins to evolve. Thin layers of scent and flavor are stacked, with rose petals on top, then supremely dense with darker layers of smoke, graphite, ash, mushroom, black fruits. The tannins never stick out and the flavors just keep on going, bringing in cured meats, mocha, and on and on.",Armada Vineyard,70,97,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2007 Armada Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2007-armada-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Syrah,2007,Cayuse 14.2,Red,US,"This is the best of the winery's new releases, both for drinking now and for cellaring. Combines power and elegance, with upscale flavors of cherries, currants, cola, rhubarbs, dried herbs and oak, wrapped into devastatingly rich tannins and a perfect touch of acidity. Should age well for 10 years.",Litton Estate Vineyard,100,98,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2008 Litton Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2008-litton-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Williams Selyem ,Red,US,"This initially tastes like young fruit, herbal, with a lot of stem and flower flavors, but with some heat at 16% alcohol. Nonetheless it's delicious, compact, enormously fruity, focused and flat out amazing. A perfect mix of flesh, fruit, earth, and typicity from this unique vineyard.",Heart Stoneridge Vineyard,120,98,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Charles Smith 2007 Heart Stoneridge Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-smith-2007-heart-stoneridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Charles Smith ,Red,US,"This En Chamberlin vineyard offering has never been better. Simply spectacular Cabernet Sauvignon, pure and focused and textural and terroirdriven. A low yield, pure varietal wine, it is immensely concentrated, deeply flavored with cassis, cherry, and berry fruit that is substantial and detailed, with a light dappling of dried herb, chocolate powder, licorice and dark, earthy components typical of Cayuse.",Widowmaker,70,98,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2007 Widowmaker Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2007-widowmaker-cabernet-sauvignon-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Cayuse ,Red,US,"Often considered the iconic Cayuse wine, this bears the cartoonish label with the leering frog, though it is a single-vineyard offering like the others. Initially showing some fat and sweetness, it is supple and textural, with the density that comes from a mix of flavors: pain grillé, smoke, umami, fungus, coffee grounds and dark fruits. A richly organic compendium of scents and flavors, with black tea tannins.",Bionic Frog,75,98,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2007 Bionic Frog Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2007-bionic-frog-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Syrah,2007,Cayuse 18,Dessert,Australia,"Dark amber in color and going greenish at the rim, the basis of this wine is clearly old stocks going back well over 60 years. It's full-bodied, unctuous and superrich, oozing with molasses and rancio character, but balanced by citrusy notes. The finish is incredibly sweet and long, coating the mouth with coffee-like essences that linger for minutes.",Isabella Rare,97,98,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Campbells NV Isabella Rare Tokay (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campbells-nv-isabella-rare-tokay-rutherglen-105871/,Tokay,,Campbells ,Red,US,"Aromatic and invited, almost jet black in color, this single-vineyard offering is a pungent mix of blood orange, rosemary and cassis. Dense and focused, compact and layered, it is structured very much like a Cabernet, but with a full palette (and palate) of Syrah fruit flavors.",En Cerise Vineyard,65,98,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2007 En Cerise Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2007-en-cerise-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Syrah,2007,Cayuse ,Red,US,"Depth and texture dominate; it's all whole-cluster fruit, aged in new barriques. This fine follow-up to the 2006 features a little more delicacy, with a lovely floral component and some earth. The depth is astonishing in the weight and texture and the way the wine plays out across the palate. The finish never ends: a glorious mix of black cherry, earth, herb, spice, and rock.",Royal City Stoneridge Vineyard,140,99,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Charles Smith 2007 Royal City Stoneridge Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-smith-2007-royal-city-stoneridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2007,Charles Smith 14.6,Red,US,"The only one of the Cayuse Syrahs that is co-fermented with Viognier, this opens with a stunning, floral bouquet, showing extraordinary depth and texture. The wine has a floral top, a thickly fruity middle and a base with smoke, rock and meat. Still very young, it is already a complete, fully-realized, near-perfect wine with a finish that extends for many minutes. This should age for 25 –30 years. Right now, it's almost frozen in place; still a bit tannic, but with superb aging potential.",Cailloux Vineyard,65,99,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2007 Cailloux Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2007-cailloux-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Syrah,2007,Cayuse ,Red,US,"In a stunning lineup of Cayuse Syrahs, the En Chamberlin wins by a nose. It's smooth and silky, with a tongue-bending blend of flavors that include blood and iron, umami and salt, at first overtaking the pure fruit, but adding tremendous depth and power. The endless finish unfolds into a wine with exotic spices and complex layering.",En Chamberlin Vineyard,65,100,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Cayuse 2007 En Chamberlin Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2007-en-chamberlin-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Syrah,2007,Cayuse 18,Dessert,Australia,"Not a Cellar Selection in the traditional sense of requiring additional aging, this venerable wine (it contains some material over 100 years old) is ready to drink now, but should hold in the bottle indefinitely. It's dark coffee-brown, with delectable aromas of rancio, pressed flowers, molasses and honey, yet despite enormous concentration avoids excessive weight. Amazingly complex and fresh on the neverending finish.",Rare,300,100,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Chambers Rosewood Vineyards NV Rare Muscat (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chambers-rosewood-vineyards-nv-rare-muscat-rutherglen-90111/,Muscat,,Chambers Rosewood Vineyards 13.2,Red,Argentina,"Weird, green, spicy and odd smelling, with hard, green raisiny flavors and an herbal finish. Barely acceptable; not varietally sound or interesting.",Martin Fierro,10,80,Other,Tulum Valley,,Bodegas Borbore 2009 Martin Fierro Cabernet Sauvignon (Tulum Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-borbore-2009-martin-fierro-cabernet-sauvignon-tulum-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bodegas Borbore 14,Red,Argentina,"Thin and sharp as broken glass, with an herbal, sour flavor profile and a tart, sheering mouthfeel and finish. Compared to previous vintages when this wine impressed, this is a loser. Barely drinkable, it's so lean and sour.",Casa,15,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Familia Marguery 2009 Casa Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-marguery-2009-casa-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Familia Marguery 14.5,Red,Argentina,"A scratchy, sheering wine that pushes up against sour. The palate is almost all acid, and the flavors are underdeveloped, very tart and razor sharp. Clean but hard to deal with.",Reserve,23,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zorzal 2008 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zorzal-2008-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Zorzal 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Rubbery and gassy smelling, with overtones of green, herbaceous fruit. The palate is sharp and grating, with pie cherry, sour raspberry and green olive flavors. Turns herbal to excess and finishes substandard.",Artist's Collection,10,80,Other,Cafayate,,Salvatore Principe 2008 Artist's Collection Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvatore-principe-2008-artists-collection-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2008,Salvatore Principe 13.9,Red,US,"Barely acceptable. Dry, harsh and vegetal.",Discovery,11,80,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Q 2008 Discovery Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/q-2008-discovery-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Q 13.8,Red,US,"Overripe and Porty, with raisiny flavors, and also very sharp, almost sour in acidity.",Old Vine Street,20,81,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Parkers Estate 2009 Old Vine Street Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parkers-estate-2009-old-vine-street-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Parkers Estate 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Vegetal from start to finish, as the aromas begin with tomato and bell pepper. The palate is exactly the same, with baked, earthy, sweet and green flavors. Feels gummy in the mouth, and it's not just herbal on the finish, it's green.",Viña Cornejo Costas High Altitude Vineyards,10,81,Other,Cafayate,,Don Rodolfo 2008 Viña Cornejo Costas High Altitude Vineyards Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-rodolfo-2008-vina-cornejo-costas-high-altitude-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2008,Don Rodolfo 14,Red,Argentina,"Herbal, green, stemmy Merlot with sourness and compromised aromas, flavors and mouthfeel. Tastes bitter and on the harsh side, with a narrow, grabby finish. Too green and mean, especially for $20.",Reserva,20,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2007 Reserva Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2007-reserva-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2007,Bodega Norton ,Red,US,"Cherry and smoke, with a burnt rubber edge. In the mouth it is thin and watery, diffuse and flat.",,19,81,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cubanisimo Vineyards 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cubanisimo-2008-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Cubanisimo Vineyards 14,Red,Argentina,"Roasted and muddy smelling, which isn't uncommon for Cafayate Malbec. The palate is heavy, murky and leafy, with roasted beet and plum flavors. Saucy and herbal as well.",,15,81,Other,Cafayate,,Camino del Inca 2008 Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camino-inca-2008-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2008,Camino del Inca 14,Red,South Africa,"Soft and a bit lean in the mouth, with muted notes of red plum and raspberry Jolly Rancher candy.",,10,81,Swartland,,,The Royal Valley Vineyards Wine Company 2009 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-valley-wine-company-2009-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-swartland/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,The Royal Valley Vineyards Wine Company 13.6,White,Argentina,"Smells like corn and a burning hay field, and the palate has little to no fruit left. The mouthfeel is wet and grabby, while the finish is bready then turns bitter. On its last legs; wait for 2010.",Alto Las Tacas,10,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Vistandes 2009 Alto Las Tacas Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-vistandes-2009-alto-las-tacas-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2009,Bodega Vistandes 13.5,Red,US,"Smells, feels and tastes raw and harsh, a common wine partially rescued by candied berry flavors.",,12,82,California,California Other,California,Vinum 2008 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Vinum 7.5,Dessert,Germany,"Sweet and broad, this eiswein displays a distinctly sour edge to its flavors, which proved offputting to this taster.",Bechtheimer Rosengarten Eiswein 375 ml,34,82,Rheinhessen,,,G&M Machmer 2004 Bechtheimer Rosengarten Eiswein 375 ml Gewürztraminer (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-m-machmer-2004-bechtheimer-rosengarten-eiswein-375-ml-gewurztraminer-rheinhessen/,Gewürztraminer,2004,G&M Machmer 14.5,Red,US,"Tastes as sweet and simple as a raspberry and cherry cola drink, with crisp acidity and a sugary finish.",Hillside Reserve,25,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Fog Head 2008 Hillside Reserve Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-head-2008-hillside-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2008,Fog Head 14,Red,Argentina,"Strained on the nose, with dirty fruit aromas, gaseousness and candy. The palate is cloying and confected, with muddy, jammy, herbal fruit flavors and a cooked, weedy finish. Bulky but not very good.",Barrel Select,14,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2007 Barrel Select Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2007-barrel-select-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2007,Bodega Norton 14,White,US,"There's an unripe, vegetal taste that detracts from the wine's otherwise fine qualities. It's dry and crisp and minerally, with pineapple fruit. But that asparagus edge is annoying.",,34,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Boekenoogen 2008 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boekenoogen-2008-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2008,Boekenoogen 14.8,White,US,"Feels soft and cloyingly sweet in pineapple jam and buttered popcorn flavors, and is beginning to be tired and old. Drink up.",,34,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Broadway Vineyards 2008 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broadway-2008-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2008,Broadway Vineyards 12,Red,France,Curious fresh honey aromas are found on a wine that would be fresh and delicious if it wasn't for the petrol edge and the red cabbage flavor.,,,82,Southwest France,Cahors,,Clos Siguier 2007 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-siguier-2007-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2007,Clos Siguier 13,Red,US,"Sharp and harsh in the mouth, with sweet and sour cherry candy flavors.",,9,82,California,California Other,California,Happy Camper 2008 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-camper-2008-merlot-california-126200/,Merlot,2008,Happy Camper 14,Red,Argentina,"Roasted and leathery on the nose, without much fruit. The palate is full, rubbery and baked tasting, with herbal berry flavors. Finishes cooked and heavy as well, with a sauciness that overrides any freshness of fruit. A downer compared to the fresher 2008 version.",Llama Old Vine,15,82,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Belasco de Baquedano 2009 Llama Old Vine Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belasco-baquedano-2009-llama-old-vine-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,2009,Belasco de Baquedano 13,Rose,France,"Almost garishly pink, this is soft, caramel-flavored rosé that feels full in the mouth. Pure strawberry fruits dominate, with only a light balancing acidity.",,15,82,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Château la Rayre 2009 Rosé (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rayre-2009-rose-bergerac/,Rosé,2009,Château la Rayre 13.4,Red,Argentina,"Weak and brambly smelling, with mustardy aromas along with leathery red-fruit scents. The palate is astringent, with tomato, basil and stewed berry flavors. Finishes in similar fashion.",Alto Las Tacas,10,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Vistandes 2009 Alto Las Tacas Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-vistandes-2009-alto-las-tacas-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Bodega Vistandes 13.5,Red,Italy,"A blast of dillweed, green olive and caper comes off the nose of this Sicilian blend of Nero d'Avola and Merlot. In the mouth, however, you will taste soft black fruit.",V90,18,82,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Brugnano 2008 V90 Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brugnano-2008-v90-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2008,Brugnano 13.5,Red,US,"Thin and vegetal, with sweet and sour berry flavors. But it's dry and clean. This would suffice for a big party.",Proprietor's Reserve Old Vine,10,82,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 2008 Proprietor's Reserve Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2008-proprietors-reserve-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2008,Glen Ellen 13.5,Red,US,"There's a distinct smell of crushed, old cigarette butt to this wine. That detracts considerably from the blackberry and cherry fruit.",,15,82,California,California Other,California,Spellbound 2008 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spellbound-2008-merlot-other/,Merlot,2008,Spellbound 13.5,White,Argentina,"Loud, oily and almost caustic on the nose, with a chemical burn. The palate is better due to its tangy citric flavors, but it's still jumbled and oily, and the finish leaves a burnt-tasting residue.",,10,82,Other,Salta,,Tilia 2009 Torrontés (Salta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tilia-2009-torrontes-salta/,Torrontés,2009,Tilia 13.5,Red,Argentina,Sweet cotton candy and mocha aromas come across as confected and work to obscure a high-acid palate that offers a slight hint of chocolate and mint. More oak comes up on the finish.,,10,82,Other,Famatina Valley,,Condor's Summit 2009 Syrah (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condors-summit-2009-shiraz-syrah-syrah-famatina-valley/,Syrah,2009,Condor's Summit ,Rose,US,"Sweet, almost syrupy strawberry scents suggest that this will be off dry, but it is not. It does seem as if the fruit was late-picked, at least for a rosé, and it has a slightly rancid aftertaste.",Rosado de Pinot Noir,18,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cubanisimo Vineyards 2009 Rosado de Pinot Noir Rosé (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cubanisimo-2009-rosado-pinot-noir-rose-willamette-valley/,Rosé,2009,Cubanisimo Vineyards 14.8,White,US,"Fruity sweet and cloying, with the flavor of pineapple jam and buttered popcorn and a sprinkle of white sugar for good measure.",,24,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Broadway Vineyards 2009 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broadway-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Broadway Vineyards 13.5,White,Argentina,"Neutral on the nose except for mild hay and/or straw aromas. The palate is a bit weighty for being so short on flavor. Speaking of which, the wine is clean but tastes hollow, with only sparse flavors of peach and nectarine registering.",Trumpeter,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2010 Trumpeter Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2010-trumpeter-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Rutini 13.7,Red,Argentina,"Fairly muddled and earthy at first blush, with a leafy, raisiny, burnt set of aromas. Tastes and feels mealy, with roasted cherry and raspberry flavors and then a leathery finish. Hints at quality but doesn't bring it home; and it seems tired.",Premium Made With Organic Grapes Blend de Familia,15,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Familia Los Agüeros 2007 Premium Made With Organic Grapes Blend de Familia Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-los-agueros-2007-premium-made-with-organic-grapes-blend-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2007,Familia Los Agüeros 12.5,White,Argentina,"Floral, sweet and powdery smelling, but pleasant. The palate is light and airy, with hardly any punch or kick. But that serves it well, and amid the sheets there's lime, green-apple notes and tropical shadings. Not bad for the price.",,7,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Funky Llama 2010 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/funky-llama-2010-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2010,Funky Llama 13.7,White,US,"The first impression is of Bosc pear, quickly followed by a lingering sweaty, plastic note on the finish.",Estate Reserve,26,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Del Rio 2009 Estate Reserve Pinot Gris (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/del-rio-2009-estate-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Del Rio 13.6,Red,US,"This young wine has not come into focus; it feels off center and disjointed. Components include a mix of sour red fruit, which drops off quickly, and leaves a tart, chalky aftertaste.",Jubilee Vineyard,28,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Artisanal Wine Cellars 2008 Jubilee Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artisanal-wine-cellars-2008-jubilee-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2008,Artisanal Wine Cellars 13.5,Red,Argentina,"An odd bird on the nose, where floral, lavender aromas replace the normal set of cassis and berry. In the mouth, it's so tannic that it's like chewing nails; the flavors, therefore, seem choppy and hard, like roasted blackberry and sugar beets. Very woody and mentholated, too.",Reservado,16,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Carlos Basso 2009 Reservado Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2009-reservado-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Carlos Basso 13.5,White,US,"Tastes like a fruit juice blend of oranges, peaches and apricots, with a kiss of oak flavor. Standard fare, this boxed wine is the equivalent of four regular bottles.",,19,83,California,California Other,California,Bota Box 2009 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bota-box-2009-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2009,Bota Box 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Raw on the nose, with a hard, tannic palate that features sweet black-fruit flavors, a chemical burn and raisin. The more time you spend with it, the darker and more raisiny it becomes. Finishes roasted, with licorice and rock-hard tannins.",Luna Benegas,14,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Benegas 2007 Luna Benegas Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benegas-2007-luna-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Benegas 12,Rose,Italy,"A bright pink color characterizes this fragrant Bardolino Chiaretto. The wine boasts simple, clean lines with aromas of raspberry, pomegranate, white cherry and drying mineral. It's thin and fresh on the close and would make a great pairing partner to ravioli filled with cream and salmon sauce.",,,83,Veneto,Bardolino Chiaretto,,Ca' dei Rotti 2009 Bardolino Chiaretto,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rotti-2009-rose-bardolino-chiaretto/,Rosé,2009,Ca' dei Rotti 12,Red,Italy,"Here is a cheerful Bardolino from the Garda area that exhibits slight effervescence and a bright, informal disposition. That delicate bubbling plus the wine's natural crispness make it a good candidate for pasta dishes with either cheese or butter. In the mouth, the wine is simple, clean and polished.",,,83,Veneto,Bardolino,,Ca' dei Rotti 2009 Bardolino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rotti-2009-red-bardolino/,Corvina,2009,Ca' dei Rotti 13.5,Red,Italy,"As its inviting name suggests, Buon Appetito will whet your appetite for hearty pasta with tomato sauce or even pizza. This fruit forward wine offers aromas of ripe cherry and blackberry with some green tones of dried herb at the back.",Buon Appetito,,83,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Piccini 2008 Buon Appetito Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2008-buon-appetito-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2008,Piccini 14,White,Argentina,"Smells resiny and a touch chemical, with cornflakes and vanilla bean notes. The palate is resiny and dusty, with sweet, candied, vanilla-infused flavors that crowd out any fruit that might want to make a stand. Finishes with faux oak notes and more vanilla.",Premium,13,83,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Piattelli 2009 Premium Chardonnay (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piattelli-2009-premium-chardonnay-tupungato/,Chardonnay,2009,Piattelli 13,Red,Greece,"Mint, cola and pepper lead on this lighter-style red from Pavlou. The wine offers linear flavors of tea leaves, spice and smoke. Overall, a simple wine with a spicy finish.",Klima,17,83,Macedonia,,,Pavlou-Kagas 2006 Klima Xinomavro (Macedonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavlou-kagas-2006-klima-greek-red-xinomavro-macedonia/,Xinomavro,2006,Pavlou-Kagas 9.5,White,Germany,"The “black cat” Riesling I remember from my childhood rides again, with modest green apple notes accented by bits of earth and citrus. It's off dry and soft, yet with a slightly sour edge to the finish.",Zeller Schwarze Katz,15,83,Mosel,,,Moselland 2008 Zeller Schwarze Katz Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moselland-2008-zeller-schwarze-katz-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Moselland 13.5,White,Argentina,"Vanilla and toast aromas are prominent but the fruit is so subdued that overall the wine is out to lunch. Snappy and showing okay acidity in the mouth, but the flavors are dull and melony, with toasty vanilla notes that don't help it enough.",,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Los Nevados 2009 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/los-nevados-2009-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2009,Los Nevados 12.5,White,France,"Delicate aromas of fresh hay, bay leaf and orange rind unfold in the bouquet, while the mouth offers more green plum and tart citrus pith flavors. Light weight with a short but clean finish.",Réserve St. Martin,10,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 2009 Réserve St. Martin Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignerons-mediterranee-2009-reserve-st-martin-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Les Vignerons de la Méditerranée 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Soft and easy to drink with mild aromas of red plum skin, wet ash and a touch of sweet spice on the end. Short but accessible and to the point. Drink now.",,11,83,Coastal Region,,,Ernst Gouws & Co. 2008 Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernst-gouws-co-2008-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2008,Ernst Gouws & Co. 13.2,White,Argentina,"Neutral on the nose except for a smidgen of lychee and citrus. The palate is standard and generic, with bland peach, melon and pithy flavors. Finishes light and peachy, with weight and fading acidity.",Coiron,11,83,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Palo Alto 2009 Coiron Torrontés (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palo-alto-2009-coiron-torrontes-maipu/,Torrontés,2009,Palo Alto 13,White,Greece,"Vanilla, orange marmalade and lemon lead this Chardonnay from Greece. Flavors of tasted nuts, vanilla and citrus are bold and rich. Pair with stronger fish dishes or cream-based entrées.",,14,83,Attica,,,Harlaftis 2007 Chardonnay (Attica),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlaftis-2007-chardonnay-attica/,Chardonnay,2007,Harlaftis 15.8,Red,US,"Sound and dry, but heavy and dull, and not quite ripe. There's a vegetal component to the blackberries and oak.",Fairview Road Ranch,39,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Big Basin 2008 Fairview Road Ranch Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-basin-2008-fairview-road-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2008,Big Basin 13,White,Italy,"There are slightly dulled or aged characteristics of apricot, melon and butterscotch. It livens up in the mouth thanks to its stone fruit flavors although the finish tastes heavy and thick.",Carniga,,83,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Cantina del Castello 2007 Carniga (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-castello-2007-carniga-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2007,Cantina del Castello 13.2,Red,US,"Pretty standard Cabernet, dry and thin, with blackberry and prune flavors. Still, it's okay for the price.",,7,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Hilltown 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hilltown-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Hilltown ,Red,US,"A Pinot-Syrah-Merlot blend that doesn't really go anywhere. It's stiff and herbal, stemmy and tannic, with no resolution of the various varietal fruit flavors. Red, tart and tannic.",Red,18,83,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Purple Hands 2008 Red Red (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/purple-hands-2008-red-other/,Red Blend,2008,Purple Hands 12.5,White,Argentina,"Neutral smelling with a hint of lemon-lime and children's vitamin. The palate is wet but doesn't bring much more in the way of feel, while the flavors are flat, melony and hint at apple. This wine is old by PG standards but not yet dead. It's hanging in there.",,10,83,Other,Famatina Valley,,Condor's Summit 2008 Pinot Grigio (Famatina Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condors-summit-2008-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-famatina-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2008,Condor's Summit 13.5,White,Italy,There's a slightly awkward note of carbon or smoke that blows off soon enough. This shows medium consistency with a fresh finish that is driven by pear and peach flavors.,,20,83,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Rocca del Principe 2008 Fiano di Avellino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-principe-2008-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2008,Rocca del Principe 13.5,White,US,"Simple and direct, with sweet and sour flavors of lemon and lime Lifesaver candy. Okay for big parties where they're not fussy.",,15,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Ranch 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-ranch-2009-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2009,Rutherford Ranch 14,Red,Argentina,"Light and tomatoey in color, with dry, cheesy, earthy aromas. The palate is dilute but has sticky tannins, and the flavors are tangy, citrusy and not overly sound. Finishes roasted and clumsy. An awkward wine.",,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,The Wait 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wait-2007-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2007,The Wait 13.5,Red,US,"Raw in texture, this common Cabernet will do in a pinch. It has good blackberry flavors, with a touch of oak.",,12,83,California,California Other,California,Vinum 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Vinum ,Red,US,"Overripe and pruny, with jammy blackberry and molasses flavors. Too heavy and sharp for balance.",,33,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Verve 2007 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verve-2007-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2007,Verve 13.5,White,Italy,"An evolved Soave Classico with a golden appearance and mature aromas of melon, peach, apricot and yellow rose. In the mouth the wine is soft and rich. You could pair this wine with more structured foods such as chicken curry or baked fresh water fish with butter.",Marogne,,83,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Zeni 2008 Marogne (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zeni-2008-marogne-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2008,Zeni 14,Red,Argentina,"Earth and rubber aromas dominate the nose, which isn't what you'd call fresh or inviting. The palate improves only slightly, with piercing acidity pressing green-leaning plum and berry flavors. Oaky on the finish and marginal overall.",,11,83,Other,San Juan,,Alma Mora 2008 Malbec (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-mora-2008-malbec-san-juan/,Malbec,2008,Alma Mora 13,Red,US,"Sweet and candied, with Life Saver flavors of cherries and blackberries. Lots of acidity, too. Pretty standard, but the price is okay.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Happy Camper 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/happy-camper-2009-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Happy Camper ,White,US,"Simple pear and vanilla flavors fill a thick, blocky midpalate. There's no lift to the flavors; they are clean but not fresh, fruity but without any zip. Perhaps just a dull bottle?",,15,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2009 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Willamette Valley Vineyards 13.8,White,US,"Lots of ripe pineapple jam and oak flavors on this sweet, creamy wine. Nothing complicated, but good enough to satisfy fans of the variety.",,12,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Q 2009 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/q-2009-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Q 13,Red,Italy,"Opens with overripe notes of strawberry, cooked cherry and blackberry preserves. Because the wine is from the 2004 vintage, there are also some tertiary aromas of spice, cola and tar.",Il Gattopardo,,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Oriel 2004 Il Gattopardo Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oriel-2004-il-gattopardo-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2004,Oriel 12.5,White,Italy,"Candy-like notes of butterscotch and caramel open the nose and are followed by mature notes of stone fruit and apricot. There's a mineral- and saccharine-like quality and the wine is fresh, light and crisp in the mouth.",,,84,Southern Italy,Taburno,,Ocone 2008 Coda di Volpe (Taburno),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ocone-2008-italian-white-coda-volpe-taburno/,Coda di Volpe,2008,Ocone 13.6,Red,US,"Pretty good for the price. It's dry, tannic and tart, with flavors of chocolate-covered raisins, blackberry Lifesaver candy and toast. Production was 5,000 cases.",Reserve,8,84,California,California Other,California,Oak Grove 2009 Reserve Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-grove-2009-reserve-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2009,Oak Grove 12.5,White,Italy,This is a mature expression of Garganega that shows elements of overripe melon and peach. Polished mineral notes appear in the mouth and the wine is easy and thin overall.,,15,84,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Monte del Frà 2007 Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-fra-2007-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2007,Monte del Frà 13.5,Red,Argentina,"Lean, mildly green aromas offer minimal fruit, and there's a salinic, swimming pool set of aromas as well. The palate is fairly thick and solid, with big tannins and flavors of candied fruits and carob that lean toward green. Shows big body and weight, but the nose is only fair while the flavors are herbal.",Altosur,12,84,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Sophenia 2009 Altosur Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-sophenia-2009-altosur-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2009,Finca Sophenia 14.5,Red,Argentina,"Warm and saucy aromas suggest a bit of leafiness and volatility. The palate is rather tannic and somewhat hot, with leafy, herbal cherry and raspberry flavors. Finishes similarly, with pepper and herbal flavors.",Remolinos Vineyard,20,84,Mendoza Province,Agrelo,,Finca Decero 2008 Remolinos Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Agrelo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-decero-2008-remolinos-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-agrelo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Finca Decero 10.5,White,Germany,"Light almost to the point of inconsequence, this floral, citrusy Riesling is off dry in style, with modest apple and citrus flavors. Drink now.",,14,84,Pfalz,,,Escher Haus 2009 Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/escher-haus-2009-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2009,Escher Haus 14.2,White,US,"A simple Chardonnay, with pineapple, apple and mango fruit juice flavors, brightened with zesty acidity.",,15,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa County-Sonoma County,Elemants by Artesa 2009 Chardonnay (Napa County-Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elemants-by-artesa-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-county-county/,Chardonnay,2009,Elemants by Artesa 12.5,Red,France,"Lean, earthy, rustic wine, dominated by beetroot and black currant juice. Its tannins are a dusty core with acidity and berry fruit flavors around it. If the rustic character can blow off, it's an attractive, balanced wine.",Cuvée Prestige,17,84,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Combel la Serre 2008 Cuvée Prestige Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-combel-serre-2008-cuvee-prestige-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,2008,Château Combel la Serre 14.5,Red,France,Dusty red cherry and plum skins abound on this easy-drinking red. Accents of black pepper and dried carnation petals add interest to the palate. Light weight and very soft in the mouth; drink now.,Grande Tradition,17,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château du Donjon 2008 Grande Tradition Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-donjon-2008-grande-tradition-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2008,Château du Donjon 12.5,Red,Italy,"Made from a traditional blend Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara, Sangiovese and Garganega grapes, this easy Bardolino is marked by sharp aromas of small forest berries, citrus and bramble. It offers bright acidity, smooth texture and slightly bitter, almond notes on the finale.",Vintage,,84,Veneto,Bardolino,,Cantina del Castelnuovo del Garda 2008 Vintage (Bardolino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-castelnuovo-garda-2008-vintage-red-bardolino/,Corvina,2008,Cantina del Castelnuovo del Garda ,White,US,"Firm and fleshy, with sharply accented tart fruit and other scents and flavors that suggest pungent pine needles, diesel and catbox. It would seem that there is a fair amount of Sauvignon Blanc in here, but apparently not.",,14,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Castle Rock 2009 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2009,Castle Rock 12.5,White,US,Zesty Monterey acidity makes this slightly sweet wine clean and brisk. The flavors suggest sugared orange and pineapple juice.,,10,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Coastline 2009 Pinot Grigio (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastline-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Coastline 14.5,Red,Argentina,"More leafy and mulchy than ideal, with coffee, herbal notes and a light green quality to the nose. The feel is starchy, and the flavors run burnt, mildly green and sweet, with a pasty, sticky finish. Has some merit but also falls a little short.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Árido 2009 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arido-2009-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2009,Árido 12.5,Red,Greece,"The nose on this Cabernet has a sultry character, offering aromas of forest floor, cedar, red berry and mushroom. On the palate, tobacco, leather, cedar and spice give it a masculine edge. Food pairing will take off the smoky edge, as will aging. An intriguing sip.",,13,84,Peloponnese,,,Cambas 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambas-2006-cabernet-sauvignon-peloponnese/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Cambas 14.5,Red,US,"A nice Cabernet to drink now, soft and lush in fruit. The blackberry, cherry, currant and mocha flavors have a spicy, peppery edge.",,16,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ancient Peaks 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancient-peaks-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Ancient Peaks 13,White,Italy,"This is a small, boutique winery that has carefully selected fruit for this fresh and compact Lugana. There are subdued aromas here of peach, honeydew, mineral and dried grass. The wine cuts clean over the palate with natural acidity but it also offers sweet peach flavors.",Soraighe,,84,Lombardy,Lugana,,Bennati 2009 Soraighe (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bennati-2009-soraighe-italian-white-trebbiano-lugana-lugana/,Trebbiano di Lugana,2009,Bennati 12.5,White,Italy,"This expression of Greco from Calabria offers a compact, lightweight feel with easy aromas of stone fruit and white mineral. It's a fresh, clean and simple wine.",Res Dei,18,84,Southern Italy,Cirò,,Ippolito 1845 2007 Res Dei (Cirò),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ippolito-1845-2007-res-italian-white-greco-bianco-ciro/,Greco Bianco,1845,Ippolito 1845 11,White,Germany,"Uncharacteristically earthy and spicy for a Mosel wine, with flavors of loam accented by musky spice notes. It's off dry in style yet relatively broad on the palate, again setting itself apart from the mainstream.",J.R. Junior,24,84,Mosel,,,Josef Rosch 2008 J.R. Junior Riesling (Mosel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-rosch-2008-jr-junior-riesling-mosel/,Riesling,2008,Josef Rosch 13.5,White,US,"Sweet and appealing, this simple Chard has candied pineapple and lemon cream flavors, accented with crisp acidity.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Vinum 2008 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-2008-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2008,Vinum 13.2,White,Argentina,"A little stinky and oily, which is often the downfall of the variety. The palate has a viscous grab to it and the flavors are rather generic and rudimentary, i.e. simple apple and melon with a mild chemical burn. Seems only semifresh at a young age.",,12,84,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Bodega Goulart 2010 Torrontés (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-goulart-2010-torrontes-lujan-cuyo/,Torrontés,2010,Bodega Goulart 14,Red,Italy,This easy 80-20 blend of Sangiovese and Merlot opens with a dark garnet hue and mature aromas of jammy fruit and spice. The wine shows power and grit and would pair with a cheesy pasta dish.,Vincastro,8,84,Central Italy,Umbria,,Benincasa 2007 Vincastro Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benincasa-2007-vincastro-red-umbria/,Red Blend,2007,Benincasa 13,Red,France,"A lean wine, well-made to be sure, but lacking in concentration. The surface has attractive, fresh red-currant flavors, laced with acidity. Drink over the next 2-3 years.",,,84,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château La Clare 2008 Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clare-2008-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2008,Château La Clare 13.5,White,Argentina,"Other than showing orange and tangerine, the nose is a bit too much like air freshener. In the mouth, it's wet but on the hollow side, with dilute innocuous flavors. Decent but low on flavor; seemingly fading.",Premium,13,84,Other,Cafayate,,Piattelli 2009 Premium Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piattelli-2009-premium-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2009,Piattelli 14,White,Italy,This Vermentino opens with ripe peach aromas with citrus and even a playful hint of green lime. But power and a slightly alcoholic aftertaste are what appear on the close.,,,84,Central Italy,Umbria,,Barberani 2008 Vermentino (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barberani-2008-italian-white-vermentino-umbria/,Vermentino,2008,Barberani 12.5,White,Italy,"Badabing is a nice, easy drinking white with loads of ripe melon and peach.",,,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Badabing 2008 Grillo (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badabing-2008-italian-white-grillo-sicilia/,Grillo,2008,Badabing 14.6,Red,US,"Sharp, zingy acidity marks this dry red wine. It's medium-bodied and silky, like a Pinot Noir, with rich cherry and oak flavors. Drink now.",Pazzo,21,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bacio Divino 2007 Pazzo Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacio-divino-2007-pazzo-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2007,Bacio Divino 13,Red,Argentina,"Earthy and leathery smelling, but very much on the light-bodied side for Malbec. The palate is angular and slightly acidic, with juicy, spicy red-cherry flavors. Racy and lean on the finish, with a final wash of cleansing acids.",Tarquino,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Argento 2008 Tarquino Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argento-2008-tarquino-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2008,Argento 13,White,Argentina,"Smells a bit waxy and grassy, with mild, distant white-fruit aromas. The palate feels pithy and chalky, with generic citrus flavors and then citrus pith on the back end. Finishes with more pithiness and white grapefruit.",,11,84,Other,San Juan,,Alma Mora 2009 Pinot Grigio (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alma-mora-2009-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-san-juan/,Pinot Grigio,2009,Alma Mora 13.5,Red,South Africa,"Red berry preserves and plum guts lead the way on this easy-going Shiraz. Soft tannins and ripe fruit flavors continue the soft impression of this wine, ending with a short but clean finish. Drink now.",,10,84,Western Cape,,,Indaba 2009 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indaba-2009-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2009,Indaba 13.5,White,Argentina,"Fairly bland on the nose, with only a pinch of mild peach and candle wax. The palate is full but wholly generic in terms of flavors: look for sweet pineapple in front of a soft, almost cloying finish. Drink now.",,20,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Rutini 2008 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutini-2008-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2008,Rutini 13.5,Red,US,"Sharp and cutting in acidity, with jammy, tutti-fruity blackberry and cherry flavors, this Cab is totally dry. It's ready to drink now.",,15,84,California,California Other,California,Spellbound 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spellbound-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Spellbound 13.3,Red,Argentina,"Dark purple in color, with a simple, candied, somewhat strained nose. The palate feels sharp while the acidity-tannin combo creates a narrowing mouthfeel. Flavors are roasted, herbal and lemony, while the finish is jumpy and edgy.",,12,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Uva Negra 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uva-negra-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Uva Negra 14,White,Argentina,"Mildly tropical on the nose, but for the most part the bouquet lacks punch. The palate has friction and an oily feel, while the flavors are generic as they suggest apple and lime. Chalky and kind of bland on the finish; seems to be fading.",Broquel,15,84,Other,Cafayate,,Trapiche 2009 Broquel Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2009-broquel-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2009,Trapiche 14.6,Red,US,"Rustic and sharp, with an acidic bite to the black currant and raisin flavors. Yet it's dry and refined in tannins. Drink now.",,29,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Tin Barn 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-barn-2007-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tin Barn 14.3,Red,US,"This is a good, somewhat rustic wine to drink now. It's full bodied and dry, with cherry-berry, tobacco and spice flavors.",Elements by Artesa,20,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa County-Sonoma County,Elements by Artesa 2007 Elements by Artesa Red (Napa County-Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elements-by-artesa-2007-red-napa-sonoma-county-county/,Red Blend,2007,Elements by Artesa 13,Red,US,"Bone dry, but sharp and harsh in texture, with some minty flavors next to the black cherries. Okay for an everyday sipper with casual foods.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Coastline 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastline-2008-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2008,Coastline 12,White,France,"An immensely ripe Riesling, full of dense white fruit flavors, this wine is still an infant. The structure and the richness of the fruit are there waiting to be aged, up to 10 years or more. A powerful wine, made with skill by Jean-Claude and Christophe Rieflé.",Steinert Grand Cru,,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 2004 Steinert Grand Cru Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-2004-steinert-grand-cru-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2004,Rieflé 13.7,Red,US,"One of the best Cab Francs on the market. This is a variety that can be one-dimensional on its own, but Arger-Martucci's shows a complex blackberry, black cherry and currant structure. It's dry, tannic and changes interestingly as it warms in the glass.",,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Arger-Martucci 2006 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arger-martucci-2006-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2006,Arger-Martucci 16,Red,Italy,"This impressive vineyard-designate Amarone makes a great first impression thanks to its sweet aromas of cherry, vanilla and chocolate fudge. It makes a great second and third impression, too, thanks to the polished and round nature of the mouthfeel.",Vigneti di Ravazzól,50,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cà La Bionda 2006 Vigneti di Ravazzól (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bionda-2006-vigneti-ravazzol-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Cà La Bionda ,Red,US,"This rare release of a single-vineyard Malbec from Pepper Bridge grapes is a classy, evocative, beautifully realized effort. It begins with violets and raspberries, on the nose and in the mouth, and moves into more full-bodied plum and cherry fruit, surrounded with thick milk chocolate. Some of the particular character of the grapes is sacrificed—this could be Merlot, or Cab Franc, or a blend of all three—but it tastes so good that it really doesn't matter.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Walla Walla Vintners 2008 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Malbec (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-vintners-2008-pepper-bridge-vineyard-malbec-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Malbec,2008,Walla Walla Vintners 16,Red,Italy,"Beautifully soft and richly textured, this dark Amarone makes a bold, modern statement. The intensity and opulence are divine and the wine moves forward with rich flavors of black cherry, cassis, chocolate and exotic spice.",Vigneto Tremenel,65,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Villa Erbice 2004 Vigneto Tremenel (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-erbice-2004-vigneto-tremenel-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2004,Villa Erbice 16.5,Red,Italy,Campomasua is a very beautiful expression of Amarone with enormous richness and intensity. The wine is redolent of black fruit and spice and it follows through to the palate with soft tannins and a very polished mouthfeel.,Campomasua,60,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Venturini Massimino 2005 Campomasua (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venturini-massimino-2005-campomasua-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Venturini Massimino 14.2,White,US,"What a pretty Chardonnay. Complex and intricate, it has detailed pineapple, golden mango and pear flavors that suggest very ripe growing conditions. Yet it's dry and balanced in the finish, not jammy. Don't drink this beauty too cold.",Barrel Fermented,30,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2009 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2009-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2009,Flora Springs 14.5,White,Portugal,"An oak-aged wine that is velvet textured, the acidity a fresh addition to the rich, opulent fruit. Full in the mouth, it is flavored with ripe lime juice and mango. The aftertaste is rich, spicy and delicious.",Esporão Private Selection,25,92,Alentejo,,,Herdade do Esporão 2009 Esporão Private Selection White (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2009-esporao-private-selection-white-alentejo/,Portuguese White,2009,Herdade do Esporão 14.5,Red,US,"This fresh, young Syrah is a lovely wine to drink now, at a good price for the quality. It's jammy and forward in cherries, black raspberries and red currants, with hints of white pepper and cocoa. Feels elegant, complex and balanced all the way through.",,26,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Ojai 2007 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ojai-2007-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2007,Ojai ,Red,Spain,"Tight, pure and just right from start to finish. The nose offers bold berry, roasted plum, vanilla and spice aromas along with exceptional clarity, and the palate is snappy and pure but also dark and loaded with coffee, chocolate, mocha and fine raspberry and cherry flavors. Slightly oaky but smooth late, and composed. Drink now through 2014.",Fincas de Ganuza Reserva,49,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Remírez de Ganuza 2005 Fincas de Ganuza Reserva (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remirez-ganuza-2005-fincas-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2005,Remírez de Ganuza 14.5,Red,Portugal,"A firm, initially austere wine that only shows its richness slowly. Obviously it needs aging, because the dark tannins show the huge potential concentration of fruit under the tigth structure. It's going to be impressive. Give it 5–6 years.",Grande Reserva,49,92,Douro,,,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo 2008 Grande Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-nova-nossa-senhora-carmo-2008-grande-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2008,Quinta Nova de Nossa Senhora do Carmo ,White,US,"Lovely aromas, with the depth and dimension that old vine (30-year-old) Riesling can produce. This is ripe, round and well-defined, and packed with stone and citrus fruits, especially grapefruit. Great natural acidity and balance.",,17,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barrister 2009 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2009-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2009,Barrister 14.5,Red,US,"Fragrant and showing lots of toasty oak, this has a lifted, lightly volatile nose with pretty cherry fruit underlying it. There is a little bit of a green character to the oak, and the wine is still resolving itself. Good varietal focus and character; it opens up nicely in the glass, with pretty, ripe, round cherry/berry fruit and streaks of earth, pepper and coffee. Excellent balance into a medium finish.",Windrow Vineyards,38,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Tero Estates 2007 Windrow Vineyards Cabernet Franc (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tero-estates-2007-windrow-cabernet-franc-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Franc,2007,Tero Estates ,Red,US,"Single vineyard, pure varietal, with the focus and tight profile you might expect. Mineral flavors abound—chalk, graphite, and granite— which underscore the bright cranberry and currant fruit. This is a strikingly pure and well-defined Cab Franc.",Connor Lee Vineyard,18,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2008 Connor Lee Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2008-connor-lee-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Arbor Crest 15.3,Red,US,"Just the second Cabernet Franc since 2003, this is a wonderful wine. It has the power and concentration of the other Spring Valley wines, but with a bit more restraint. Sweetly fruity, with jammy notes of cherry compote and cassis, it's backed with chocolaty tannins and an overriding sense of muscular power.",Katherine Corkrum,50,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Spring Valley Vineyard 2008 Katherine Corkrum Cabernet Franc (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-valley-vineyard-2008-katherine-corkrum-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2008,Spring Valley Vineyard 17,Red,Italy,"Elegant and powerful, this beautiful wine shows many of the best qualities of Amarone tradition. It boasts a thick and luscious mouthfeel with flavorful accents of red cherry, sweet spice, tobacco and polished black stone.",,90,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Roccolo Grassi 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roccolo-grassi-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2006,Roccolo Grassi 20,Dessert,Australia,"Comes across as slightly spirity on the nose, with a pronounced nutty character that persists throughout, but which is balanced by layers of dark toffee, molasses and date-like fruit on the palate. This is rich and sweet, with great intensity on the finish.",Museum Reserve Antique Tawny 21 Years Old,50,92,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba NV Museum Reserve Antique Tawny 21 Years Old Port (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-nv-museum-reserve-antique-tawny-21-years-old-port-blend-port-south/,Port,,Yalumba 14.5,Red,Italy,"This cooperative winery offers good quality at bargain prices. Here's a rich Amarone with lively chocolate, black cherry, vanilla and spice components. The sweet, penetrating bouquet is further enhanced by light shadings of steak sauce and cola.",,30,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-sociale-della-valpantena-2007-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2007,Cantina Sociale della Valpantena ,Red,US,"This is 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 10% Syrah. Deeply fruity, dark and juicy, with huge berry flavors, but there is more to it—the flavors dig deeper, going into earth and spice and olive and toast. The fruit is the star here, and it's amazingly young and still primary. Where will this go? It'll be fun to find out.",Sagemoor,33,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barrister 2007 Sagemoor Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barrister-2007-sagemoor-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Barrister ,Red,US,"Even this ultratannic grape gets a polished expression from winemaker Rob Griffin, who has a silky touch with tannins. What comes out is pretty purple berry and plum fruit, barrel flavors of cut tobacco, clove and vanilla, and a little more grip than the other reds from Barnard Griffin. Makes a compelling case for PV as a varietal wine.",,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2007 Petit Verdot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2007-petit-verdot-columbia-valley-wa/,Petit Verdot,2007,Barnard Griffin ,Red,US,"A strong vintage at a star vineyard brings a tight, chewy wine of great character. Black and blue fruits, a firm and full vein of mineral and graphite, and an overriding sense of restrained power. This is a wine that may require some years in the bottle to open up, but with decanting can be enjoyed immediately.",Ciel du Cheval,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2007 Ciel du Cheval Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2007-ciel-cheval-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Cadence ,Red,US,"Forceful, dense and balanced, this is 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, with compact and powerful black fruits, and lots of dust and graphite. Classic New World-Bordeaux styling, with elegance, breed and depth. Gives cassis, hints of mushroom, hints of herb, and all the mixed variables of barrel and site.",Cara Mia Vineyard Camerata,55,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cadence 2007 Cara Mia Vineyard Camerata Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadence-2007-cara-mia-vineyard-camerata-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2007,Cadence 14,Red,Spain,"Smells slightly exotic and different from the norm; the nose offers baked black-fruit scents, lemon peel, rubber and Eastern spices. Pure and driving on the palate, with good acidity and woodsy, complex flavors of blackberry, coffee and licorice. Snappy and pure on the finish; drink from 2011 through 2016.",Selección Especial,43,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 2005 Selección Especial (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-2005-seleccion-especial-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,2005,Muga 15,Red,Italy,"This is a massive wine on all levels, from the heavy black bottle and heavy wax seal, to the enormous richness and intensity of the liquid inside. Despite its heft and brawn, the wine also shows an elegant side thanks to a careful evolution over the years that has added tones of licorice and cola to the natural base of ripe fruit.",Famiglia Pasqua Riserva,90,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Pasqua 2003 Famiglia Pasqua Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasqua-2003-famiglia-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,2003,Pasqua 14.1,White,US,"A very rich Chard made in the modern California style of exceptional ripeness and lots of toasty oak. Tastes full-bodied, almost sweet in pineapple, orange, buttered toast and crême brulée flavors, fortunately balanced with crisp acidity. Drink now.",,32,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Peter Franus 2009 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-franus-2009-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2009,Peter Franus 16,Red,Italy,"Because Masi releases its Campolongo di Torbe cru expression of Amarone many years later than the competition, the wine has had time to develop its tertiary aromas of sweet spice, polished stone, licorice, rum cake and candied fruit. Overall, it's hugely intense and persistent on the finish.",Campolongo di Torbe,155,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 2003 Campolongo di Torbe (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2003-campolongo-torbe-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2003,Masi ,Red,US,"The aromas are less volatile than the 2007 version; this captures the essential varietal character of the Cab Franc grape, with elements of bark, herb and earth. It is more of a wine for purists, where the 2007 is for those who like hedonistic reds.",Champoux Vineyard,28,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Horse Heaven Hills,OS Winery 2008 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Horse Heaven Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/os-winery-2008-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-horse-heaven-hills/,Cabernet Franc,2008,OS Winery ,White,US,"Always one of the superstar Sauv Blancs from Washington, this is especially good in this vintage. Lots of toast, butter cookie and a streak of vanilla are wrapped into silky, seductive, ripe fruit flavors that mix citrus, orange, papaya and lemon hard candy. This is about 20% Sémillon, barrel fermented.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,18,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2008 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2008-stillwater-creek-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2008,Novelty Hill ,Red,US,"Stillwater Creek may prove to be one of the great Grenache sites in Washington, which is experiencing a state-wide renaissance with the grape. This is a stellar effort, bursting with juicy red fruit, bourbon barrel, candied cherries, and a finishing layer of sweet chocolate. Though it bursts onto the palate with a rainbow of fruit flavor, it persists and shows both depth and length as well. Lovely.",Stillwater Creek Vineyard,28,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Novelty Hill 2007 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Grenache (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2007-stillwater-creek-vineyard-grenache-columbia-valley-wa/,Grenache,2007,Novelty Hill 15,Red,Italy,"Purity and intensity are two words that best describe this wine's generous bouquet. As you focus in on the small aromatic details here, you will notice subtle tones of smoke, jammy fruit, black mineral and cola. The wine feels rich and ripe, with a long, succulent mouthfeel.",,60,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Nicolis 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2004-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Nicolis 14.5,White,US,"Pretty, polished and perfumed with citrus, hay, new oaky vanilla and white pepper aromas, this is a delicious, complex 100% Sauvignon Blanc. Complete malolactic fermentation gives it an attractively soft butteriness. Don't drink this wine too cold.",,45,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Grassini 2007 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grassini-2007-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2007,Grassini ,Red,US,"This Armada vineyard (Cayuse) Grenache has got the funk, the terroir of the Rocks, and a spicy/herbal component that shines through. The depth and detail are amazing, and there is plenty of the Cayuse funk—it's a love it or hate it flavor, but it is unique and complex. Has 10% Syrah is in the blend.",The Boy,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2007 The Boy Grenache (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2007-boy-grenache-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Grenache,2007,K Vintners 15,Red,France,"The supplest and most ready to drink of Chapoutier's 2006 Ermitages, Les Greffieux is muscular yet silky, seamlessly blending savory notes of tapenade, soy-marinated beef and blueberries and ending on a lasting note of espressso. Already approachable, it should continue to drink well through at least 2020.",Les Greffieux Ermitage,205,92,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2006 Les Greffieux Ermitage (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2006-greffieux-ermitage-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,2006,M. Chapoutier 15,Red,Italy,"Le Salette's wines always show a beautiful balance between bright fruit integrity and spicy, oak-related renderings. This vintage is no exception. You'll recognize aromas of black cherry, cola, nutmeg and spicy ginger on the close.",,67,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Salette 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Le Salette 14.6,Red,US,"A very pretty nose mingleing violets and purple fruits. Still a little rough in the mouth, with lightly grainy tannins and a wealth of herbal accents around cranberry and strawberry fruit. Excellent complexity and balance.",Windrow Vineyards,55,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Tero Estates 2007 Windrow Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tero-estates-2007-windrow-cabernet-sauvignon-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2007,Tero Estates 14.3,Red,US,"This has been the winery's best Pinot Noir, and it shows its superiority once again in the richness and excellent structure. Appeals immediately for intricate raspberry, cherry, mineral and sandalwood flavors, then further inspires for the complex tannin and acid interplay. These mountain Pinots age well. Drink now–2015.",Hicks Family Vineyard,59,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Cumbre of Vine Hill 2007 Hicks Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cumbre-vine-hill-2007-hicks-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Cumbre of Vine Hill 16,Red,Italy,"Gli Archi is a tempered and elegant Amarone that delivers polished aromas of spice, black fruit, cola, clove and cinnamon. The mouthfeel is incredibly smooth, silky and velvety: Pair this wine with veal rolled with cheese and fresh sage.",Gli Archi,,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corte Campagnola 2006 Gli Archi (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-campagnola-2006-gli-archi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Corte Campagnola 14,Red,Chile,"Big, stout and solid, with a smoky, pure-fruit nose that's very attractive. Lush and full in the mouth, with pure, deep, intoxicating flavors of blackberrry, black currant and Mediterranean black olive. Solid throughout and holds its form across the finish. Ripe, smooth and delicious. Drink now thru 2012.",Terrunyo Vineyard Selection Block 27,38,92,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2007 Terrunyo Vineyard Selection Block 27 Carmenère (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2007-terrunyo-vineyard-selection-block-27-carmenere-peumo/,Carmenère,2007,Concha y Toro 14.8,Red,US,"This is the winery's Artist Series Cabernet, grown primarily in Calistoga, and it's a good example of the 2006 vintage, which was not a strong one for Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine shows ripe flavors of blackberries and cherries, coated with plenty of new oak. It's delicious, but soft and not suited to aging. Best now through 2012.",Tenma Vineyard Hommage,90,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 2006 Tenma Vineyard Hommage Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-2006-tenma-vineyard-hommage-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2006,Clos Pegase 18,Dessert,Australia,"A bargain among Down Under fortifieds, Buller's Victorian blended Tokay features wonderfully complex notes of tea, spice and citrus atop lush caramel-like sweetness. It's silky and balanced, with a long, citrusy finish.",Premium Fine,15,92,Victoria,Victoria,,R.L. Buller & Son NV Premium Fine Tokay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-l-buller-son-nv-premium-fine-tokay-victoria-106301/,Tokay,,R.L. Buller & Son 15.5,Red,US,"One of the winery's drier and more tannic wines, this Syrah, Grenache and Cabernet Sauvignon blend comes from the Santa Ynez and Los Alamos valleys of Santa Barbara County. The big structure and slight astringency presently dominate a solid core of blackberries, grilled meat and black cherry jam. A dramatic wine, but still a little gritty after four-plus years. Drink now–2013.",Infidels,70,92,California,California Other,California,Sanguis 2006 Infidels Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanguis-2006-infidels-red-other/,Red Blend,2006,Sanguis ,Red,US,"In the aromas are some organic, composty notes, some violets, and plenty of purple fruits. This wine has extra grip in the mouth, drying tannins, quite ripe and polished, and elevated with beautifully ripe fruit. Veins of licorice and black olive run into the finish.",Clifton,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,K Vintners 2007 Clifton Syrah (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2007-clifton-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Syrah,2007,K Vintners 14.1,Red,US,"Just sings in the glass. So clean, crisp, elegant, the real deal. Cool-climate Pinot at it most succulent. Brims with raspberry, cherry and tart cranberry fruit, with notes of sweet sandalwood, white pepper and dusty pie spices, like cinnamon and clove. Wonderful now and for the next few years.",Estate,32,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2009 Estate Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2009-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2009,Melville 14,White,US,"This rich, creamy Chardonnay has fine acidity, while a touch of neutral oak adds a background of buttered toast. But the fruit stars, brimming with papayas, mangos, Meyer lemons, limes and pineapples. The finish is filled with honey, and yet is brisk and dry.",Estate,26,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2009 Estate Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2009-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2009,Melville 14.5,Red,Chile,"Evidence is showing that Matetic is rising to the top of Chile's Syrah mountain. This is a floral, heady, deep wine with bold black fruit aromas. Boldness is key throughout, and the palate delivers pure wild berry, blackberry and cassis flavors. Smooth yet powerful; a voluminous wine with class and character. Drink now through 2014.",EQ,43,92,San Antonio,,,Matetic 2008 EQ Syrah (San Antonio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matetic-2008-eq-shiraz-syrah-syrah-san-antonio/,Syrah,2008,Matetic 14.2,White,US,"One of the best Pinot Blancs of this or any vintage. It was mostly fermented in stainless steel, with about one-fifth in new French oak. Just beautiful, with the creamy lushness of a fine Chardonnay. The fruit flavor is all about ripe, zesty citrus, spicy pears, tangerines and tangy green apples.",Limited Release,24,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2009 Limited Release Pinot Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2009-limited-release-pinot-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Blanc,2009,Artesa 14,Red,Italy,"Cesari's Bosan is among the top three Ripasso wines available in the U.S. market. This beautifully crafted expression is rich and complex with lovely aromas of ripe cherry, blackberry, leather, mesquite, cola, roasted almond and sassy Indian spice. It shows density and long-lasting fruit flavors on the close.",Bosan,39,92,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Cesari 2007 Bosan (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-2007-bosan-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Corvina,2007,Cesari 14.5,Red,Italy,"This is a luscious, dark and delicious Amarone with really fun aromas of cinnamon and Christmas spice beyond more obvious tones of ripe fruit, prune and plum. It shows lovely, rich density in the mouth as well.",,50,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cesari 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-2006-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2006,Cesari 15.5,Red,Italy,"Very elegant and refined, this vineyard-designate Amarone presents focused and chiseled aromas of black stone, mature cherry, blackberry and loads of exotic spice. There's also a distinct hint of dried herb and the wine's overall complexity is apparent in the mouth where it also shows soft, silky tannins.",Vigneti di Osan,,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corteforte 2004 Vigneti di Osan (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corteforte-2004-vigneti-osan-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Corteforte 14.7,Red,US,"Definitely one of the smoothest and most deeply concentrated Petit Verdots to come out of the Pacific Northwest, this Walla Walla winery and vineyard sources these grapes from their McClellan Estate vineyard. It's is pure varietal, silky and packed with rich boysenberry and blueberry fruit flavor. The tannin management is exceptional, and the finish brings in details of coffee, earth and licorice.",Estate,28,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Walla Walla Valley (OR),Watermill 2007 Estate Petit Verdot (Walla Walla Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watermill-2007-estate-petit-verdot-other-walla-walla-valley-or/,Petit Verdot,2007,Watermill 15.5,Red,Italy,"Some 18 months of aging in new oak have left their mark on this dark, sophisticated and elegant Amarone. This is a beautiful wine with aromas of dark berry, chocolate, cola, mesquite and exotic spice. It shows soft, velvety richness on the long finish.",Caterina Zardini,60,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Giuseppe Campagnola 2005 Caterina Zardini (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-campagnola-2005-caterina-zardini-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,Giuseppe Campagnola 15.5,Red,Italy,"David Sterza is a producer to watch. His impressive Amarone show consistency and Valpolicella typicity vintage after vintage. This expression is redolent of spice, cola, mature fruit and loads of clean, smooth black berry fruit.",,28,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,David Sterza 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-sterza-2005-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2005,David Sterza 14.5,Red,US,"A very rich and intricate Pinot Noir, full-bodied and fairly tannic, yet with a delicately silky texture. Shows fully-ripened fruit flavors of cherries and raspberries, with spice and oak complexities. Good now, but could blossom after 2012–2013.",Raffaelli Vineyard,59,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Cumbre of Vine Hill 2007 Raffaelli Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cumbre-vine-hill-2007-raffaelli-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2007,Cumbre of Vine Hill 16,Red,Italy,"Luscious, ripe and opulent, this is a gorgeous Amarone from the Classico zone with thick aromatic layers of mature cherry, exotic spice, polished mineral, plum and prune. There's excellent density, succulence and texture here; the wine would pair with spicy marinated pork or beef.",Vigneti di Jago,,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Domìni Veneti 2004 Vigneti di Jago (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-2004-vigneti-jago-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,2004,Domìni Veneti ,Red,US,"A unique expression of this well-known vineyard, the Barnard Griffin Ciel du Cheval vineyard Merlot has bright berry flavors, sharp acidity, some cut tobacco flavors, and penetrating minerality. The alcohol is listed at 14.4% and seems even lighter; the focus here is on elegance and clean fruit flavors, yet the wine leaves a strong finishing impression and does not limp away.",Ciel du Cheval,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Barnard Griffin 2008 Ciel du Cheval Merlot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2008-ciel-cheval-merlot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Merlot,2008,Barnard Griffin 14.4,White,US,"Very rich, creamy and delicious. Feels full-bodied and oaky in the mouth, although there's no new wood, showing vanilla, buttered toast and honey flavors adding to the peaches, pears, mangoes, tangerines, limes and spices. An exotic alternative to Chardonnay.",Thompson Vineyard,30,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 2009 Thompson Vineyard Grenache Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-2009-thompson-vineyard-other-white-grenache-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Grenache Blanc,2009,Jaffurs ,Red,US,"The Creator is a blend of 60% Cailloux Cabernet Sauvignon, and 40% Morrison Lane Syrah. It's a fascinating mix, with powerful fruit from two iconic Walla Walla vineyards. Neither dominates; the Cailloux Cab is somewhat muted by the Morrison Lane Syrah, which in turn is muted by the Cailloux. The result is a blend that expresses rather than shouts the attributes of each, while remaining balanced and complete.",The Creator,50,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),K Vintners 2007 The Creator Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/k-vintners-2007-creator-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2007,K Vintners 14,White,France,"This is certainly rich, but that's not what is so important. What gives this wine its style is the balance between the cantaloup and mango flavors and the layers of acidity and spice. Fine and elegant, this should develop well over several years.",Le Moine Moenchberg Grand Cru,38,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2004 Le Moine Moenchberg Grand Cru Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2004-le-moine-moenchberg-grand-cru-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2004,Marc Kreydenweiss ,White,US,"Pure Roussanne; plump and spicy, with beguiling accents of cinnamon around rich fruit. Orange, tangerine and apricot fruits are in full display, the wine is round and luscious and the finish quite full and satisfying.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,22,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,McCrea Cellars 2008 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Roussanne (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-cellars-2008-ciel-cheval-vineyard-roussanne-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Roussanne,2008,McCrea Cellars 15.1,Red,US,"A delicious wine, dry and lush and very rich. Hard to resist the exotic appeal of its tangerine, cherry, rose petal and sandalwood flavors, with a touch of smoky char from new oak. A drop of Malvasia Bianca adds a fresh bite of acidity and citrus peel.",Melville Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Samsara 2008 Melville Vineyard Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/samsara-2008-melville-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2008,Samsara