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122,646 | us | A proprietary, nonvintage blend sourced from Lodi that's 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Old Vine Zinfandel and 10% Syrah, a wine with bright black and red fruit, good concentration and thick, oaky tannins. | Diamante Super Donne | 85 | 13 |
44,404 | france | Smoky aromas and wood flavors are still dominant in this wine even after five years. It does have some concentration and red-berry fruits, although the structure and the tannins are still firm. The wine should age further to allow the fruit to mature and shine. Drink from 2019. | Collection | 91 | 255 |
37,394 | us | High-toned aromas of herb, flower, spice and cherry are followed by tart elegantly styled fruit flavors. The new oak influence seems minimal. Pair it with food to see it at its best. | Red Willow Vineyard | 88 | 35 |
119,730 | us | Soleil (sun) is a trial blend on the way to becoming a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon cuvée. Mixed black fruits carry a whiff of fresh herb and peat moss. The wine is nicely balanced and of modest dimension and length. | Soleil | 88 | 30 |
74,193 | germany | A good value in dry Riesling, this bottling features potent petrol, truffled honey and pineapple notes on the nose, while on the palate it's medium bodied, turning crisp and lean on the finish. | Trocken | 87 | 15 |
74,575 | italy | This plush Syrah opens with a pretty ruby color and thick, almost syrupy, tones of blueberry and raspberry. The fruit aromas are followed by spice and roasted almonds and the wine is succulent and chewy to the very end. | Una Viola Signature | 88 | 16 |
85,352 | chile | La Playa does a good job capturing Colchagua's warmth and translating that into healthy wines like this. Light oak aromas are manifested as butter, dill and coconut, while berry fruit and cola are also part of the aromatic package. It's a bit lean and snappy in the mouth, with strawberry and raspberry flavors mixed with carob and cream. Tight and typical for solid Carmenère. | Block Selection Reserve | 87 | 11 |
98,481 | us | This new producer starts with estate-grown, mountaintop fruit from the Bennett Valley side of Sonoma Mountain to craft an inky, leathery wine that's full bodied and dense. Juicy in blackberry and smoked meat, it shows promise in the glass, evolving into a soft, peppery finish. | Estate Grown | 91 | 42 |
36,008 | austria | With aromas of the apricots that ripen so well in the Wachau, this is a fragrant, perfumed, intensely fruity wine. It is stylish with white fruits, a mineral texture and bright acidity at the end. It's worth aging a year or two. Screwcap. | Terrassen Federspiel | 88 | 16 |
115,683 | italy | A blend of 60% Primitivo and 40% Negroamaro, this features aromas of spicy plum, ripe berry, vanilla and a balsamic note. The firm palate offers blackberry, black cherry, espresso and licorice alongside assertive tannins that leave an astringent finish. | Amativo | 87 | 38 |
12,893 | us | Bésoleil remains Grenache-dominated, but this new vintage includes 14% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre, and (for the first time) 9% Cinsault. Bright and penetrating, the brilliant raspberry fruit is the star here, tart and fresh, with the juiciness of a young Zinfandel. | Bésoleil | 91 | 45 |
23,893 | france | The producer is following the Provence fashion and packaging its range of Pure Loire in square bottles. This rosé is dry with red fruit and spice from the Cabernet Franc in the blend. Tangy and crisp, it is ready to drink, | Pure Loire | 85 | 15 |
88,034 | chile | This is a well-made wine, correct in all respects but decidely light for a Cabernet Sauvignon, perhaps a reflection of the difficult 1998 (La Niña) vintage. However, its attractive flavor package and appraochable structure make for easy drinking with tonight's pasta or pizza. | Reserva | 85 | 12 |
65,897 | us | This sleekly styled wine displays aromas of citrus peel, green apple and Bosc pear. The citrus flavors are lightly spritzy, bringing a sense of lightness and freshness. It's perfect for a summer day. | Traditions | 88 | 13 |
126,727 | georgia | Aromatic, with notes of black tea leaves, sandalwood and incense, this smoky Georgian amber wine boasts delicate orange rind and blossom flavors, swathed in bristling, chestnut-skin-like tannins. There's a wonderful textural richness attributable to the wine's prolonged maceration in traditional Georgian qvevri. | Dry Unfiltered Amber Wine | 90 | 18 |
68,414 | chile | This oak-draped wine offers aromas of plastic, vanilla and resin mixed with spicy plum and berry. The palate is firm and dry but fresh, with plum and black cherry flavors that are moderately spicy. A spunky finish shows ample acids. | Reserva Estate Bottled | 86 | 13 |
112,681 | us | Lush and luscious, this is a standout among the 2009 Erath Pinots. The richness of the fruit gives this zaftig wine immense appeal, with deep cherry flavors streaked with gun metal, anise, mocha, and coffee. A lick of dark chocolate ensures a glorious finish. | Prince Hill | 94 | 45 |
32,706 | italy | Made with 80% Sangiovese and 20% Merlot, this opens with aromas of prune, scorched earth, toast and a hint of black currant. On the structured palate, notes of grilled bell pepper, espresso and dried herb accent a core of dried black cherry alongside fine-grained tannins that give it a firm finish. | Vigneto La Casuccia Gran Selezione | 90 | 210 |
1,530 | spain | This wine's melon and mango aromas come with an oily note of lanolin. It feels lazy on the palate, with just enough acidity to maintain freshness. Mild tropical fruit flavors turn yeasty on its hollow finish. Drink immediately. | 3055 | 86 | 15 |
38,077 | us | Fruit is redder than it is black, with prominent plum, cherry and even raspberry fruit; one reviewer found an offputting hint of greenness. Smooth and supple in the mouth, it's a solid, well-built Cab that should be drunk sooner than later. | Howell Mountain | 89 | 70 |
10,156 | germany | Whiffs of pollen and saffron lend shades of nuance to this otherwise perky sun-kissed Kabinett. Sweet yellow peach and apricot flavors are honeyed and plush, but balance out nicely through a crisp, lime-tinged finish. Drink now. | Piesporter Michelsberg Kabinett | 87 | 13 |
73,948 | us | This decent-quality wine is smoky in aroma, a bit earthy and cherrylike in flavor and medium in body. There's a touch of tannin to add some grip in the texture. | Small Lot | 85 | 14 |
83,731 | france | A chalky textured and mineral-driven wine, it's crisp while also smooth and rich. It is full of white fruits, softly textured herbaceousness and lively final acidity. A wine to age for a few months or even a year or two. Screwcap. | Le Chant des Vignes | 89 | 20 |
42,662 | canada | A sniff of truffle introduces this light but interesting wine. It's still youthful and tight, with tart fruit conjuring up sour cherry pie. Another couple of years in the bottle would put the optimal drinking between 2018 and 2020. | Oldfield Series | 87 | 33 |
32,552 | italy | With 75% Corvina Veronese, 15% Rondinella and 10% Sangiovese, this Amarone stands out thanks to its dramatically different aromatic profile. The Sangiovese component must be responsible for the wild strawberry, cherry candy, pressed blue flowers and white licorice. It's fresh too, with a sweet, but crisp close. | Campo del Tìtari Riserva | 92 | 90 |
111,108 | us | Comprised of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot, this wine shows aromas of herbs, pencil lead, flowers and cherry, with light meaty notes. There's a elegance to the plum and cherry flavors along with a supple feel. | Triolet | 88 | 30 |
24,346 | italy | Made from 70% Sangiovese and other red grapes, including Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a little rustic and wild. The palate is rich, full and offers plenty to chew on. Bold plum and black cherry flavors dominate. A nice woody accent graces the finish. | Barco Reale | 86 | 14 |
114,205 | italy | This polished wine opens with delicate white floral aromas and hints of stone fruit. The savory but elegant palate delivers white peach and lemon accented with almond and mineral notes. It's a subtle wine that shows true elegance. | Trecampane | 92 | 19 |
100,890 | us | Reserved on the nose at first, this wine eventually releases pressed black raspberry and elderberry fruit as well as a peppery teriyaki element. Similar fresh fruit shows on the palate, enhanced by anise, dried sage and other aromatic herbs. | Worth Hill VIneyard | 91 | 49 |
112,082 | us | Brisk lime acidity gives the raspberry, cherry and currant liqueur flavors a bright mouthfeel. Oak brings richness and additional tannins. The wine is dry and elegant, with complex flavors to drink over the next few years. Give it some time in a decanter. | Bar Lazy S Ranch | 88 | 55 |
122,606 | italy | Aromas of yellow pear, Spanish broom and a whiff of honeyed nut float from the glass. The medium-bodied palate shows good weight and depth for the cool wet vintage, offering golden apple, nectarine zest and bitter almond framed in vibrant acidity. It finishes crisp and clean, with an underlying pinning of flint on the close. | Ab Vinea Doni | 89 | 21 |
27,694 | israel | An interesting grape typically produced in South Africa, this Pinotage is a pleasant alternative to more typical Israeli Kosher offerings. Menthol dominates the bouquet, with background notes of dark fruit and purple florals. Black berry, anise and coffee appear in the dark, velvety-textured mouth and linger through the long finish. Definitely worth a try, and will probably surprise you. | Reserve Kosher | 88 | 25 |
65,594 | hungary | Deep gold in the glass, this sweet Furmint has scents of apricot, canned peaches, and honeycomb. Peach and apricot continue on the taste buds, along with gratifying accents of toffee and clover honey. It is marked by bright acidity that is enhanced rather than diminished by a fresh caramel finish. | Mylitta | 92 | 40 |
90,767 | italy | Fermented and left on the skins in amphora for 120 days, this alluring orange wine offers an array of intriguing aromas including saline, dried yellow stone fruit, baking spice and honey. The vibrant, savory palate continues to open up in the glass, doling out dried apricot, candied orange zest, aromatic herb, tobacco and candied ginger alongside racy acidity. A flinty mineral vein backs up the finish. | Vitalba in Anfora | 93 | 22 |
48,358 | spain | A sappy, heavy Spanish red with candied aromas that fall off to raisin and grass. The palate is sticky and comes in short on acidity, while the flavors are a mix of cough drop and prune. Sweet, clunky and raisiny. | Viña Main Tinto Joven | 82 | 12 |
45,819 | us | This big, young Pinot should have been held back before release, because it's really tannic and primary now, making its future hard to evaluate. However, it seems a likely cellar candidate. It's fresh in acids and clearly has a pedigree of terroir, showing mineral-infused raspberries, cherries, rhubarbs, wild strawberries, and pomegranates, accented with rich, smoky oak. The texture is pure silk, and the finish is firmly dry. Give it until 2012, at the very least. | Bill and Joan's Special Selection | 94 | 75 |
62,563 | france | This big, ripe wine is now past its youth. That is bringing out the toast, yeast and walnut flavors. But the acidity is not far away, coming from the taut texture, and leaving a crisp fresh, raspberry-flavored aftertaste. | Tirage | 88 | 22 |
60,718 | us | Rather aggressive tannins and distinctly earthy scents of tomato leaf and vegetation characterize this modest effort. It's chewy and herbal, with little indication of fruit ripeness. | Willamette | 84 | 20 |
19,072 | italy | This classic Barolo is fermented with wild yeasts. The fragrance is earthy and floral, suggesting truffle, leather and ripe berry. The palate delivers ripe wild cherries and herbs, and reflecting the vintage, this is already forward and enjoyable now. | Le Coste | 91 | 60 |
24,916 | us | A blend of grapes from three vineyard sites, this is an interesting contrast to its single-vineyard siblings. It's dry in style yet rich on the palate, with a distinctly creamy texture, offsetting a juicy fruit flavor with savory tones of herb, fennel and lanolin. | Dry | 87 | 23 |
185 | chile | Composed and structured, with its fair share of richness manifested as raisin and molasses. Interestingly, the palate rings with acidity, resulting in a feel that's borderline sharp. But there's enough fruit and heft to balance things out, and the flavors of cherry, blackberry and cola are nice. A good example of elevated Carmenère (with 10% Cabernet Sauvignon) that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. | Envero Gran Reserva | 88 | 15 |
41,276 | austria | Smooth and unctuous wine, rich with an oily texture that coats the mouth with its honey, mango and treacle character. It is so concentrated, just the essence of sweetness. Acidity is there in the final tang of lemon zest. | Zwischen den Seen Nummer 2 Trockenbeerenauslese | 91 | 75 |
83,453 | italy | This linear wine opens with aromas that recall stone fruit, apple and pineapple. The bright palate delivers white peach, grapefruit, citrus and mineral notes alongside fresh acidity. It has a crisp, clean finish. | Rjgialla | 88 | 22 |
35,937 | us | Owned by the producer, this vineyard is planted to small-cluster Dijon clones in the heart of the appellation, near San Pablo Bay. Rich and voluptuous, it's intensely oaken and decadent in tropical pineapple, guava and pear, finishing clean and full bodied. | Lewis Vineyard Reserve | 91 | 50 |
63,520 | spain | Clean, fruity and solid smelling, with a fresh, lightweight palate housing flavors of ginger, lime, lemongrass and powdered sugar. Easy on the finish. Textbook quaffing Cava if you like it a little sweet. | Extra Dry | 86 | 10 |
118,816 | us | From a vineyard surrounded by the region's iconic estates, this study of Pommard and 667 clones used 60% whole cluster and 20% new oak to produce black raspberry, alpine strawberry, chipped slate, dewy bay leaf and vanilla aromas. Bright cranberry and pomegranate juice shows on the palate, which is lifted by a potpourri of eucalyptus and thyme, proving lively and refreshing. | KW Vineyard | 92 | 32 |
19,506 | us | Not much of this wine was made, the grapes coming from a vineyard in the heart of the appellation farmed by Phil Coturri. Earthy and light in oak, it struggles to show fruit, remaining more about minerally and compostable aromas. | Steel Plow Vineyard | 84 | 40 |
87,262 | italy | This blend of Nero d'Avola and Syrah offers balance and harmony, with no aromatic element out of place. It presents a steady wall of black fruit, soft cherry, tobacco, rum cake and dark leather. The soft, velvety tannins make this a great pasta or lasagna wine. | Santagostino Baglio Sorìa | 90 | 24 |
117,355 | australia | This win is dense and dusty, with ripe ripe red and black fruit, meat and earth. The palate follows with fine-grained tannins and bright acidity. A plush, powerful Shiraz. | The Gaffer | 87 | 26 |
9,156 | chile | Meaty and rubbery smelling, this has a wide and dilute mouthfeel. It tastes stalky and a little burnt, with red fruit flavors on the fringe. The finish is herbal, with some heat. | Reserve | 83 | 15 |
10,717 | us | This wine is 79% Cabernet Sauvignon with the rest equal parts Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot. It offers brooding notes of dried herbs, cassis, spicebox, blackberry and anise. Flavors are rich yet refined with mouthwatering acids and exquisitely polished tannins. | Camerata Cara Mia Vineyard | 92 | 60 |
38,814 | france | Based in the southern Champagne vineyards of the Aube, the Charles Clément cooperative has made a rich, full-bodied and fruity non-vintage wine. It has forward apple flavor and a soft, creamy texture brightened with lemon zest and brisk acidity. A touch of toast adds complexity to this bottling. | Cuvée des Vignerons Brut | 88 | 30 |
80,684 | austria | Appetizing, full-fruited but crisp pear notes are framed by very creamy, intense yeast notes. The palate, despite its slender linearity, surprises with immense concentration and a creamy but incisive texture. A wine of extremes with incredibly full flavour. | Gebling Reserve | 92 | 30 |
10,826 | spain | Waxy pear and apple aromas lead to a lean, acidic palate. This Garnacha Blanca from the highest vineyards in Somontano tastes of briny citrus and tart apple. A slightly green finish with pickled notes closes it out. | La Miranda Secastilla | 85 | 15 |
28,183 | italy | Earthy aromas of leather, game, sunbaked earth and mature dark-skinned berry take center stage. The tense palate offers dried black cherry, mocha, espresso licorice and tobacco alongside fresh acidity and close-grained tannins. | Margheria | 90 | 40 |
60,738 | portugal | This is a fruity wine showing a touch of wood aging alongside juicy red fruit flavors. A blend of Touriga Nacional, Syrah and Alicante Bouschet, this wine has a bright youthful color and fresh acidity at the end. Drink now. | Selection Tinto | 84 | 11 |
6,593 | france | A wine that's all about grapefruit and white currant fruits. This is very fresh, very crisp, tightened by minerality, with a lively, juicy lemon finish. | Le Soleil Nantais | 87 | 11 |
78,361 | italy | Dried yellow flower, yellow stone fruit and a whiff of acacia honey meld together in the glass. The vibrant, linear palate includes lemon zest, lime, pineapple, dried herb and flinty mineral framed in tangy acidity. A note of wild fennel closes the finish. Hold for even more complexity. Drink through 2024. | Studi Arianiello | 91 | 60 |
72,273 | france | An unusual Chardonnay produced from Cahors vineyards, this is an obviously wood-aged wine. Spice and toast are dominant at this stage and show that this rich wine needs time to allow the ripe tropical fruits to come through. Drink from 2016. | Haute-Serre Albesco | 88 | 29 |
102,677 | chile | Blatant aromas of popcorn don't allow for much fruit expression on the nose. This is heavy and lacking in vitality. Flavors of toast, burnt wood, barrel resin and tropical fruits finish soft. | Reserva | 83 | 12 |
804 | us | The aromas of mineral, spice, toast, yellow apple and lemon pith are light but enchanting. The palate is medium bodied and refined, demonstrating judicious use of oak and a lengthy finish that shows some warmth. | Lola Evergreen Vineyard | 90 | 35 |
110,162 | italy | Messapia is a solid and pretty expression of Verdeca, offering a supercrisp citrus note, followed by pear and white flower touches. Pair it with sushi or smoked salmon. | Messapia | 86 | 16 |
344 | chile | Aromas of pumpkin, squash and corn chips are stale and not inviting. There's an acceptable mouthfeel to this weird, unbalanced Chardonnay along with flavors of spiced squash, mealy apple and sautéed root vegetables. | Gran Reserva | 80 | 19 |
83,507 | italy | Piano Maltese is a fragrant and floral blend of Grillo and Catarratto with pretty notes of jasmine, honeysuckle and essence of peach blossom. The wine has a buoyant, vibrant personality with crisp freshness and long peach flavors. | Piano Maltese | 86 | 11 |
83,173 | italy | Aromas of red currant, cedar, bell pepper, coffee and cut grass lead the nose on this structured red. The palate delivers dried black cherry, cassis, cocoa, licorice and black pepper alongside grippy tannins. | Aulus | 89 | 24 |
2,167 | us | Strawberry and watermelon highlight a light, creamy palate of vanilla and lemon peel, the freshness maintained by moderate acidity. | Pauline's Vineyard Grenache | 90 | 24 |
11,430 | spain | Oaky, inky aromas of blackberry and vanilla are pushy and potent. This blend of 50% Tempranillo and 50% Syrah is rubbery and pinched on the palate, while toasty, rooty flavors of black fruits blend with herbal berry and coffee notes. A narrow finish is herbal in flavor and weighty. Drink through 2020. | Selección Especial | 91 | 60 |
70,457 | italy | Juicy red berry, brimstone, leather, licorice, mint and thyme are just some of the aromas and flavors of this powerfully structured wine. Despite the muscular build, it's also loaded with finesse, boasting firm but noble tannins that accompany the layers of savory flavors. Drink 2016–2022. | Contrada C | 92 | 54 |
100,619 | us | The late actor-turned-vintner's family keeps producing solid wines, including this bottling that offers earthy scents of beet juice and clove. The flavors are pomegranate-driven, with cardamom and allspice making the wine memorable and lasting on the finish. | Bien Nacido Vineyard | 93 | 55 |
96,325 | us | This pure Merlot coats the mouth with opulent berry and cherry fruit and silky tannins. Crafted from Ciel du Cheval, Conner Lee and Stonetree vineyard grapes, the poise, balance, integration and persistence are outstanding, as is the value. | Confidential Source | 92 | 30 |
13,633 | argentina | Smooth, savory aromas of prune and blackberry are foresty and lightly herbal. This round-bodied Cab Franc from Tupungato is solid and balanced, with controlled tannins. Oaky flavors of plum, herbal tea and smoke finish savory. Drink through 2023; contains 15% Malbec. | Gran Enemigo Gualtallary Single Vineyard | 91 | 120 |
65,629 | france | Hugely black and darkly dense, this wine, which recalls the medieval practice of heating the must for concentration, is a massive construction. It has weight and dark tannins, serious black fruits and intense final acidity. Drink from 2017. | Clos Triguedina The New Black Wine | 93 | 50 |
15,040 | portugal | In the full style of an Alentejo white, this is packed with flavors of tropical fruit and yellow stone fruit. Its richness is balanced by a good crisp line of citrusy acidity that yields a harmonious whole. | Branco | 88 | 35 |
87,390 | us | Made in an obviously oaky style, this has spicy, smoky vanilla and nutmeg aromas, plus equally high-intensity and almost sweet flavors. A relatively smooth texture accompanies the full body. Generous and ripe fruit flavors come out with each sip and add depth. | Lewis Vineyards, Reserve | 86 | 59 |
104,290 | us | A shy nose of blueberry jelly, lilac and a touch of black tea show on this wine from a project connected to the Thomas Fogarty team. Light red plum, tart pomegranate and even raspberry show on the palate, where a dainty structure proves easy to sip, with additional chipped-slate minerality. | Gist Ranch Estate | 89 | 45 |
46,535 | us | This is a very good, everyday bubbly. It's dryish and crisp, with honey, orange, strawberry and leesy flavors. The mouthfeel is a little rough. Made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Pinot Meunier. | Brut Prestige | 87 | 22 |
61,724 | france | This beautifully balanced wine has dryness compensated by the intense fruitiness, the crisp mineral texture and a creamy mousse character. It is ripe, full of both apple fruits and lime juice with a tight aftertaste that will soften in the next months. | Les Meuniers de Clémence Vrigny Premier Cru Extra Brut | 93 | 50 |
98,628 | italy | This aged expression of Motto Piane Soave drinks with such intensity, thickness and golden brilliance, you'd almost mistake it for a dessert wine. Aromas include candied fruit and sweet pineapple. | Motto Piane | 89 | 18 |
87,427 | france | First recorded in 1375, this vineyard produces powerful, concentrated wines. This fine example is dense, weighty and firm. The acidity is there, buried in the firm tannins. It is a wine with an enormous potential, dark and full of plum skin and berries. Drink from 2022. | Clos de la Vigne au Saint | 94 | 140 |
58,654 | georgia | Medium-apricot in the glass, this wine offers aromas of apricot, flint and clove. At first sip, a smoky flavor fills the palate, backed by summer fruit such as peach and nectarine with notes of smoked meats and orange blossom. Smooth tannins make their way around the mouth, culminating in a finish that is equal parts peach and flint. | Vineyard Tsarapi | 89 | 29 |
122,494 | us | This wine was co-fermented with 15% Petit Verdot from the same rocky, hillside site. The two varieties marry seamlessly in the glass, exuding a distinct perfume of forest mushroom and violet. Though pronounced in structure the wine is also soft and round, with a dotting of dried herb and a considerable length of clove and dust. It's rich, intense and memorable. | Pedregal Vineyard | 95 | 200 |
67,514 | us | Starts off with oaky, jammy aromas of cherries and raspberries, and tastes a little sweet in fruit pastry, with the baked crust. Seems a little one-dimensional, although that dimension is a very delicious one. Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. | Rutherford Red | 87 | 80 |
87,525 | us | This is a huge wine, that's insanely rich and concentrated. It tastes like the ripest summer blackberries, still warm from the sun, mashed and drizzed with crème de cassis and chocolate syrup. The estate vineyard is on Paso Robles' west side, and quite high in elevation in the southern spur of the Santa Lucia Mountains. The wine is ungainly now, and needs time to develop. Better after 2017. | Jack of Hearts Petit Verdot | 92 | 50 |
19,501 | france | This soft, young wine is all about red-berry fruits. With a touch of spice and acidity, it is should be drunk quickly while its fruitiness remain fresh. | Emiliu | 84 | 29 |
5,263 | greece | Produced from indigenous red varieties grown on the slopes of Mt. Olympus, the Rapsani Grand Reserve starts with voluptuous aromas of blackberry, spice box and liquorice, offering full-bodied flavors of black fruit and olive on the palate. The fruit is well balanced by a spice and mineral backbone. A very good red for lamb, dried meats or stews. | Grand Reserve Hand Picked Grapes | 88 | 30 |
75,580 | italy | Subtle aromas of black-skinned fruit and baking spice waft out of the glass. The straightforward palate evokes black plum, vanilla and tobacco while assertive tannins provide support. Drink through 2020. | Vigna delle Lepri | 88 | 35 |
61,679 | us | Sunny aromas of golden pear, caramelized red apples and toasted oak arise on the nose of this bottling from a winery near Morgan Hill. Dried grapefruits, smoked green apples and a jasmine-extract character show on the ripe palate. | Murphy's Choice | 87 | 50 |
6,411 | us | Soft and briary, with pepper-infused flavors of wild forest berries, currants, beef jerky, leather, tobacco and sage. Enjoy this easy-drinking Zin now. | Private Reserve | 85 | 24 |
112,282 | spain | Raspberry aromas are simple but friendly. This feels condensed and a bit jammy, without a lot of stand-up structure. Candied, lightly loamy flavors of plum and currant finish modest and short. | Tinto | 85 | 10 |
35,523 | italy | This opens with earthy aromas of mature plum, underbrush, scorched soil and a funky whiff of game. On the round straightforward palate, a note of ground pepper adds depth to a core of dried black cherry. | Ursonia | 87 | 33 |
45,893 | argentina | Stone-fruit and melon aromas are a touch gritty and sulfuric. This light-colored racy Chardonnay is citrusy on the palate, with acidic grip and grab. Tangy citrusy buttercup flavors finish sturdy and steady. | Elsa Bianchi | 86 | 12 |
80,862 | us | Lush and concentrated in texture, this vineyard-designate is bright and tart with a bite of crunchy tannin and a bouquet of rose and lavender lurking on the nose. Light bodied and ultimately balanced, it brightens on the palate with a whirl of blood orange that complements the cranberry, pomegranate and cherry cola. | Sundawg Ridge Vineyard | 93 | 62 |
17,836 | us | This solid, mainstream Zinfandel displays blackberry fruit and some creamy notes on the nose. Well-defined, dark berry flavors with white pepper and leather accents mark the palate. The mouthfeel is even and the finish here is brisk, tart and juicy. A touch less oak might let the fruit shine a bit more. | Jack London Vineyard | 86 | 20 |
442 | us | Voluptuous blackberry and plum flavors are edged by hints of bitter coffee and spice in this richly bodied wine. Fringed by a bare feather of tannins, it's luscious in mouthfeel, with an unctuousness that persists luxuriously on the palate. | Caya | 89 | 35 |
86,523 | us | This is a Provençal-style blush made of Mourvèdre, Grenache, Cinsault and Syrah. It's a little sugary sweet, with raspberry, orange and vanilla flavors. | Heritage | 83 | 14 |
55,643 | portugal | With dense tannins and already generous and opulent fruit, this wine has great structure plus fine black-currant fruit and acidity. Its perfumes are balanced, with an elegant character. It should be ready to drink from 2026. | VZ Vintage | 93 | 70 |
107,257 | france | This is a dry wine although the fruit does show potential. It is concentrated and firm, tannins foremost. Drink from 2019. | Premium | 85 | 14 |
4,110 | us | From Charlie Chenoweth's own vineyard site comes this tiny-production white, thickly textured in caramelized apple and pear with an oaky imprint at first. Dense and intense, it takes time to unwind in the glass to show more nuanced aspects of corn mash and clove. | Chenoweth Vineyard | 90 | 88 |
48,021 | us | The reserve gets 90% new French oak, and there is a strong scent of oaky toast, with flavors that follow. Plump cherry fruit fills a broad midpalate, finishing with rather hard tannins that show a green edge. | Winemaker's Reserve | 87 | 39 |
104,722 | us | There are enticing hints of berries and cream on the bouquet. On the palate, a floral note mingles with apple, lemon and just a dash of vanilla spice. This is full bodied and substantial in structure. | Reserve | 86 | 15 |