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128,561 | US | This wine is half Syrah with the rest Cinsault, Grenache, Counoise and Mourvèdre. Aromas of red apple, watermelon and bubblegum are followed by lighter tart, lightly spritzy fruit flavors, with the acid pulling it all together on the finish. | 87 | 12 | Washington | Rosé |
95,155 | US | Lavish violet perfume introduces this demure yet luminous Pinot Noir. Crisp black cherry and berry flavors are full of tartness and vibe, yet edged by soft tones of toast and earth, along with a fine frame of tannins. The finish meanders beautifully. It's ready to drink now but should continue to drink well until at least 2023. | 91 | 18 | New York | Pinot Noir |
81,904 | Italy | Purchased by the Gaja family in 1967, the Costa Russi vineyard produces elegant expressions of Nebbiolo with beautifully saturated, sun-drenched flavors. Indeed, this vintage shows wild berry with beautiful background renderings of smoke and graphite. Five percent Barbera is added and the wine shows amazing harmony and sophistication with bright acidity and firm tannins. It will only become more beautiful in time. | 95 | 420 | Piedmont | Nebbiolo |
2,026 | France | With touches of vanilla and caramel as well as ripe yellow fruits, this is a warm, generous Chardonnay. It has freshness from the citrus edge and a soft texture. Straightforward, it is an open and ready-to-drink wine. | 87 | 15 | Burgundy | Chardonnay |
69,546 | Italy | The nose on this isn't very expressive, but eventually reveals aromas of cooked fruit and a whiff of barnyard. The palate delivers black pepper and cured meat but the fruit has completely dried up. Fleeting but drying tannins give it an astringent finish. | 84 | 55 | Tuscany | Sangiovese |
2,305 | Italy | Liquid smoke, brimstone, tar, asphalt, licorice and mesquite follow dense aromas of black cherry, dried currants and mature plums. The wine is on the ripe, chewy side but ultimately finds balance thanks to its naturally firm tannins and fruity freshness. | 90 | 58 | Tuscany | Sangiovese Grosso |
99,175 | US | Warm blackberry aromas mesh with savory cooked meats, clove, allspice and campfire smoke on this bottling, which features lines from famous sonnets on the back label. The palate shows plum-pie flavors, with allspice, cinnamon and clove. | 90 | 40 | California | Pinot Noir |
33,718 | Argentina | Brambly on the nose, with equally challenging and drying flavors of cranberry and rhubarb. There's very little to say about this stripped-down Cabernet other than that it's generally clean and not brutally offensive. | 81 | 10 | Mendoza Province | Cabernet Sauvignon |
54,638 | US | Despite some rich blackberry and currant flavors, a rich overlay of oak and smooth tannins, this Cabernet is a little off in texture. It's gritty in the mouth, but it is nicely dry, and has a certain complexity. | 86 | 30 | California | Cabernet Sauvignon |
78,321 | US | Lush aromatics feature sassafras, strawberry pastry and milk chocolate. This forward, seductive wine offers complex red-fruit flavors with details of cinnamon toast, coffee grounds and dark chocolate. | 94 | 90 | Oregon | Pinot Noir |
18,279 | Italy | This historic wine offers a nostalgic glimpse of what consumers love most about Sangiovese and Chianti Classico. It is steady and clean, and it provides bright pulses of cherry, spice and tobacco. | 88 | 20 | Tuscany | Sangiovese |
99,312 | US | This beautiful wine further confirms the high level of quality in the Pinot Noirs from Dan Goldfield and Steve Dutton. It has a profusion of ripe black cherry and currant flavors, backed by firm acidity and fine-grained tannins, giving it grip. Its balance of concentrated fruit flavors and solid structure indicates a long life in the cellar. Best after 2020. | 95 | 58 | California | Pinot Noir |
61,371 | US | The aromatics are faint on this wine, and the taste puckeringly tannic and raisiny with a strong taste of toffee on the finish. | 82 | 24 | California | Zinfandel |
94,220 | Italy | Made from grapes grown in the top vineyard site in Roero, this elegant wine entices with aromas of violets, perfumed berries and sweet cake spices. The juicy palate doles out lip-smacking cherry-berry fruit accented by mint, clove, and orange peel, accompanied by lithe tannins and bright acidity. Drink now through 2018. | 92 | 55 | Piedmont | Nebbiolo |
93,204 | Germany | Intense smoke and crushed-stone notes linger from start to finish on this distinctly mineral beerenauslese, adding a savory tone to luscious honey and lemon flavors. Zesty lime and lemon notes offset sweetness on the palate, finishing with a touch of puckering astringency. | 86 | 46 | Mosel | Riesling |
81,095 | France | Showing just a few hints of minerals and crispness, this Chablis is so very light. It has some citrus and green-plum flavors along with flashes of acidity. The aftertaste is surprisingly soft for such a young wine. | 84 | 30 | Burgundy | Chardonnay |
45,707 | US | This is both intense and rarified. The intensity shows in the deep garnet color, the concentrated berry fruit, and the depth of flavor. The acidity elevates it further, lending sharp details and further brightness. | 92 | 55 | Oregon | Pinot Noir |
127,098 | US | This is a classically light rosé, fragrant in strawberry and raspberry. Traces of pomegranate on the back palate offers darker, riper fruit in the glass, getting prettier as it goes along. Deliciously dry and dancing in acidity, it has plenty of citrus on the finish. The wine is substantial enough for springtime and summertime meals, but will drink equally well on its own. | 92 | 20 | California | Pinot Noir |
75,926 | US | Rich and thick in leathery blueberry, this Syrah from the great Carneros-based Hyde Vineyard is a study in full-bodied black licorice and dark chocolate caramel. Though bigger in style, it retains acidity and balance. | 91 | 48 | California | Syrah |
9,253 | US | Made from 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot and 8% Cabernet Franc, this wine shows a rich, full-bodied and juicy core of soft, baked plum, cherry and vanilla flavors, with a lingering streak of cinnamon. Not a vineyard designate, this is rather a selection of complementary wine lots and barrels. | 91 | 80 | California | Cabernet Sauvignon |
61,484 | US | Very ripe and forward in baked fruit or pie-filling flavors of cherries and raspberries, spiced with cinnamon, anise and nutmeg. The wine is a bit simple and is ready to drink now. | 85 | 48 | California | Syrah |
5,168 | US | This is a gorgeously perfumed Riesling, chock-full of white flowers and ripe, juicy stonefruit, but not at all cloying. Dry on the palate, it exhibits elegant peach and apricot flavors that lead to a long, lingering finish marked by lime peel and a hint of chalk. | 87 | 13 | New York | Riesling |
81,872 | Italy | Made entirely from Sangiovese, this starts with aromas of underbrush, iris, red berries, mint and toasted notes. The wine then discloses a core of black cherry accented with menthol, white pepper, cinnamon-spice and hints of espresso. This is already approachable so enjoy soon. | 89 | 26 | Tuscany | Sangiovese |
51,731 | Italy | Rose, violet, crushed mint and red-berry scents mingle together in the glass. On the tight palate, bright acidity and taut fine-grained tannins frame cherry, strawberry, star anise and dried herb. It's a great introduction to this classic vintage. Drink 2021–2028. | 92 | 60 | Piedmont | Nebbiolo |
7,937 | France | This mineral, structured wine is full of lemon, crisp green apple and fragrant acidity. It's ripe while also fresh and taut. A tangy texture shoots through the wine, giving a refreshing aftertaste. | 90 | 26 | Burgundy | Chardonnay |
88,362 | France | From two separate parcels of vines, this balanced and fruity wine is already delicious. It does have the tannins for aging, but its main thrust is to fragrant blackberry fruits, touched by spice and given a brightness by the final acidity. Drink now, or keep for 2–3 years. | 90 | 23 | Loire Valley | Cabernet Franc |
53,979 | Argentina | Dark, heavy and foresty on the nose, with astringent cherry and coffee flavors. Sharp in terms of feel, with plenty of leftover acidity on the finish. Tartaric acid is all over this wine. | 82 | 13 | Mendoza Province | Red Blend |
105,992 | Argentina | Starts with a nice mix of peppery, live-fruit aromatics along with earth. Has good weight and balance, while the flavors of plum, raspberry and black cherry are mellow and touched up by hints of spice, vanilla and herbs. Shows good character and composition. | 87 | 10 | Mendoza Province | Cabernet Sauvignon |
60,384 | US | Minty and leafy, with fading fruit. The wine is still firm, the finish a bit sharp, but this wine isn't going to get any better than it is now. | 86 | 170 | California | Cabernet Sauvignon |
52,124 | France | A crisp, dry wine, very fresh, dominated by grapefruit and lemon flavors, with a light texture of green fruit skins. This is as fresh as can be, but it has a good density of flavor to balance. | 90 | 98 | Champagne | Chardonnay |
46,564 | France | This attractive and fruity wine from the Côte Chalonnaise has ripe melon and sliced pear flavors along with orange zest. Full and rounded, it's ready to drink. | 85 | 24 | Burgundy | Chardonnay |
13,228 | US | Some unripe mushroom and leafy notes compromise this silky wine, along with richer flavors of cola. The alcohol is nice and moderate, but the cold vintage has taken its toll. Drink up. | 84 | 38 | California | Pinot Noir |
4,058 | US | Crisp in citrus, with noticeable tension that softens in the glass, this wine offers tremendous value and elegance. Medium bodied and well integrated in terms of oak and power, it has a lovely note of preserved lemon on the finish. | 90 | 13 | California | Chardonnay |
37,096 | US | The nose on this off-dry Riesling is quite closed still but time and aeration allow fresh grapefruit and lemon notes to come through nicely. Zesty acidity is offset by softer flavors of red apple and tangerine along with savory nuances of nut and earth. | 87 | 16 | New York | Riesling |
126,524 | US | This Cabernet doesn't show any signs of age, even though it's more than four years old. It's still fresh and powerful in tannins, with intensely concentrated blackberry and cassis fruit. With an impeccable structure, it should easily negotiate the next decade. Cellar it. | 92 | 70 | California | Cabernet Sauvignon |
19,569 | US | A red Rhône blend that's too soft, hot and sweet. It has the taste of sugary raspberry jam and is not a dry table wine. | 80 | 38 | California | Rhône-style Red Blend |
51,738 | US | Fresh aromas of salty lemon cream, wet slate and riverstones, as well as a touch of slightly sour yogurt, show on the nose of this bottling from the vineyard named after Fess Parker's daughter, who now runs much of the company. The lively palate combines squeezes of citrus with a creamy mouthfeel that offers hints of nuts and orangesicle. It's a very cohesive wine. | 92 | 37 | California | Chardonnay |
3,143 | US | Coeur d'Alene Cellars does a fine job with Syrah. This has much the same satiny, sexy black fruit as the more expensive Opulence bottling, but it is more accessible and forward, with less power in the back end. Still, it's quite delicious, and the smoky tannins add some extra authority. | 89 | 25 | Washington | Red Blend |
52,182 | Italy | Here's a Barbaresco with fragrant and floral aromas of violet, rose, ripe berry and oak. The palate still needs to open up, but already shows bright cherry, strawberry and white pepper. This is vibrant, with bracing tannins that need time to soften. Best after 2018. | 90 | 50 | Piedmont | Nebbiolo |
28,593 | Argentina | Firm raspberry and cherry aromas, but nothing more, and then a tight, tough palate with syrupy, baked berry flavors and molasses. Turns mildly buttery on the finish, and always does it seem on the sweet and sticky side. | 83 | 13 | Mendoza Province | Malbec |
91,037 | US | Lots of rich, savory Pinot flavors in this silky wine. It's kind of generic, and not showing much sense of terroir, but it is a properly grown coastal wine whose brisk acidity highlights cola, pomegranate and persimmon flavors. Drink up. | 88 | 35 | California | Pinot Noir |
43,682 | Italy | Aromas of blue flower, plum, scorched earth and allspice come together in the glass. The soft, rich palate offers layers of black cherry, white pepper and savory herb alongside round tannins. Drink through 2018. | 91 | 30 | Tuscany | Red Blend |
97,286 | Australia | Citrusy and fresh, with dominant aromas and flavors of lemon custard and pineapple. It's medium-bodied and cleanly made, just could use a touch more dimension and richness. Still, it's an easy-drinking Chardonnay suitable as an apéritif or alongside lighter dishes. | 84 | 12 | South Australia | Chardonnay |
7,855 | France | Billecart-Salmon's style is dry, so an Extra Brut will be almost bone-dry. This wine is crisp and tight, bringing out grapefruit and citrus flavors and a steely, mineral character. It is still young, with freshness dominant, and needs to mature to blossom into a very fine Champagne. Drink from 2018. | 94 | 85 | Champagne | Champagne Blend |
39,435 | Italy | Soft and rich, this opens with perfumed honeysuckle and jasmine aromas, backed by yellow fruit, peach and melon notes. The palate is round, soft and creamy, with a fresh, citrusy finish. | 90 | 30 | Sicily & Sardinia | Chardonnay |
40,326 | Italy | Here's a beautiful Chianti Classico from Panzano's Conca d'Oro, or Golden Basin, one of the best areas in the denomination. It has compelling aromas of pipe tobacco, crushed cherry, smoke and leather. The palate delivers juicy black-cherry, plum, clove, carob and mineral flavors. This wine has a beautiful structure, elegance and mesmerizing depth. | 94 | 30 | Tuscany | Sangiovese |
63,290 | US | A nod to this winery being the 107th ever bonded in the country, this widely available bottling is a good deal. It opens with dried sage, tart cherry and pomegranate aromas, which lead into a light and airy palate full of cranberry fruit and garrigue notes, especially lavender and fennel pollen. | 88 | 23 | California | Pinot Noir |
66,286 | US | A blend of fruit from Boushey, Red Willow and Alder Ridge vineyards, this has aromas that seem unsettled. The cranberry flavors are tart with grippy, compact tannins. | 87 | 21 | Washington | Sangiovese |
19,217 | US | The vineyard is in Sebastopol, and the wine shows its cool origins in brisk acidity, a soft, delicate structure, and a peppermint and clove edge to the cherry fruit flavors. It's a fine wine for immediate drinking, and the price is fair. | 86 | 20 | California | Pinot Noir |
49,208 | Italy | Starts off with fresh but simple aromas of apple wedges, greens and limes, but shows altogether more interesting flavors—the apple and citrus are complemented by hints of oil or shale. Turns minerally on the finish. | 87 | 13 | Northeastern Italy | Pinot Grigio |
45,469 | Argentina | Lush, classy aromas of balsam wood shavings, coconut, vanilla and dark-berry fruits open this hefty Malbec that spent two years in oak prior to bottling. A ripe thick palate maintains full-bodied balance, while this tastes dark, toasty and like a mix of chocolate, coffee and spiced blackberry. Peppery spice notes offset by mocha flavors are prominent on a saturated finish. Drink through 2022. | 93 | 65 | Mendoza Province | Malbec |
51,022 | US | This is a sophisticated and opulent red blend with great structure, concentrated dark fruit and dark chocolate flavors, good depth and a lingering finish. The fruit is ripe enough to balance its firm but rounded tannins, so it's tempting to drink now but will be best after 2019. | 92 | 44 | California | Rhône-style Red Blend |
113,623 | Italy | Here's a light, refreshing sparkler that evokes ripe pear, white peach and a confectionery note. It's easygoing, with bright acidity and a foaming mousse. | 86 | 14 | Veneto | Glera |
109,393 | US | Nicely done, still young and sharp, but carrying interesting scents of lemon and lime rind, orange liqueur, and peppery spice. Excellent acidity buoys it up through a satisfying finish, with just a slim suggestion of warmth. Should continue to improve with another two or three years in the bottle. | 89 | 16 | Washington | Viognier |
33,497 | US | Copper peach and orange in color, this light, dry wine is soft and refreshing. Flavors of grapefruit, tangerine and cherry don't overwhelm on the palate. It finishes crisp and ready for another sip. | 87 | 18 | California | Pinot Noir |
28,876 | US | Ripe yellow apples and touches of banana and pineapple show on the nose of this bottling. It also has a restrained, steely frame to the aromas, along with some flint. Honeysuckle, jasmine and apple-blossom flavors show on the sip, which is quite floral, and also offers white peach and salt. | 87 | 30 | California | Viognier |
98,952 | US | Drink this dryish wine with almost anything that calls for a light-bodied, crisp white, and don't worry about it. It has savory citrus flavors, with a pleasant hint of vanilla honey. | 85 | 10 | California | Pinot Grigio |
49,573 | US | A good, rich and complex Bordeaux blend, with ripe fruit and plenty of smoky new oak, but also very tannic. The flavors are classic Napa, of blackberries, black currants, sour black cherries, tobacco and cedar. Should develop through 2012. | 91 | 50 | California | Cabernet Sauvignon |
50,089 | Italy | Still young and needing additional cellar time to achieve full integration, this dark, brooding Brunello opens with very masculine aromas of Spanish cedar, root beer, forest floor, dark fruit and bramble. There's still slight bitterness on the close and a firm tannic bite. | 89 | 45 | Tuscany | Sangiovese Grosso |
68,095 | US | Lots of acidity in this Viognier, which gives it a mouthwatering savoriness. The tropical fruit and honey flavors are spicy and exotic. Good as a cocktail sipper. | 87 | 28 | California | Viognier |
83,424 | US | Lots of sweet berry flavors and equally large doses of fine-grained tannins are the opposite poles in this full-bodied blend. It smells like boysenberry and blackberry jam, with similar fruit notes on the palate. Then very firm tannins kick in, making the texture at once blanketing and a bit drying. This has so much flavor that time in the bottle will tame some of those tannins and leave plenty of character to enjoy. Best after 2019. | 90 | 42 | California | Rhône-style Red Blend |
80,051 | US | The three guys in question are former professional football players who shared a love of wine, enough to launch this small-production project. It delivers juicy apple and pear in a lusciously creamy texture that shows a hint of stony minerality and nutmeg, the fruit coming back to the fore on the powerful finish. | 92 | 40 | California | Chardonnay |
56,232 | US | Seared lemon peels, densely packed honeysuckle, Brie rind and white-ash aromas show on the nose of this appellation blend from the regional superstars, which recently became part of the Jackson Family of wines. The palate is tightly wound with grapefruit pith and a lemon spray-laced acidity that provides ample structure, carrying the slightest bit of riper stone fruit at the core. | 91 | 40 | California | Chardonnay |
18,281 | France | Round and fruity in character, this has initial freshness and ripe yellow-fruit flavors. On the finish, there is a tang of orange zest. | 88 | 30 | Burgundy | Chardonnay |
48,766 | US | This young wine remains tight and tannic, with light cherry fruit highlighted with fresh orange. The tannins are stiff and carry a hint of earthiness. | 86 | 18 | Oregon | Pinot Noir |
2,856 | US | Quite light in the glass, the aromas on this bottling are also a bit weak, with cinnamon and red fruits emerging with patience. It's light and lithe on the palate, with candied cherry, rose petals and tons of cracked pepper making for a lengthy, grippy sip. | 88 | 38 | California | Grenache |
102,593 | US | Blended from several popular grape varieties, this wine tastes a tad tired and oxidized. The citrus and tropical fruit flavors are beginning to turn dried out and sherried. Drink up. | 82 | 18 | California | White Blend |
84,920 | Spain | Pine needle, cedar plank and forest floor define the mature nose, while the full, grabby, tannic palate is loaded with likable cola, black fruit and chocolate flavors. Ripe, pure, rich and tannic, with some bite, burn and ruggedness. Drinkable now but needs food to cut the tannins. | 90 | 25 | Northern Spain | Tempranillo |
119,719 | US | This wine reflects both the challenge and some of the enjoyment of the cool 2011 vintage in Washington. Aromas of green herbs intermingle with barrel spices. It's elegantly styled with abundant vanilla, coffee and cherry flavors. | 88 | 26 | Washington | Cabernet Sauvignon |
93,475 | US | A fine spine of minerals and acidity provides welcome relief to the sweet pineapple, vanilla, buttered toast and tropical fruit flavors of this Chardonnay. It's soundly made in the popular style. | 87 | 25 | California | Chardonnay |
126,718 | US | This very dry Petite Sirah has a wealth of cherry, cola, mulberry and spice flavors wrapped into sturdy tannins and acids. It's rustic, in the way of country wines, but will nicely accompany simple fare, especially barbecue with a rich tomato sauce. | 86 | 25 | California | Petite Sirah |
33,552 | US | This dry estate wine is voluptuous and richly floral, with well-developed stone fruit and melon flavors. Medium-bodied, it's weighty enough to be enjoyed on its own or at the table with a wide array of foods. | 88 | 30 | California | Pinot Gris |
81,203 | US | This is a classy bottle of bubbly from the light copper color to the lightly fruity, yeasty aromas to the crisp mouthfeel and satisfying spice and raspberry flavors. A sense of layered richness is balanced by good acidity for balance. | 91 | 23 | California | Sparkling Blend |
78,145 | US | Rustic earth and the aromatic sparks of a rose garden open this wine, named by combining the middle names of the producer and her husband. Tight, youthful tannins hover around chocolate, strawberry and blackberry notes, resulting in a velvety texture on the expansive palate. It finishes quietly and confidently, eager to develop further in bottle; enjoy through 2023. | 94 | 60 | California | Pinot Noir |
26,947 | US | This is an old-fashioned blend of Zin, Petite Sirah, Carignane, Alicante Bouchet and Grenache. It's high in alcohol, with heady flavors of wild berries, raisins, chocolate, licorice and spice. There is nothing shy about it, and it's best paired with barbecue. | 87 | 35 | California | Zinfandel |
49,357 | US | This is a fun and lively blend of 38% Grenache, 24% Cinsault, 21% Syrah and 17% Petite Sirah, with aromas of fresh wild berries and white pepper. The flavors are berry punch-like, with intriguing clove, licorice and anise. | 89 | 20 | California | Rhône-style Red Blend |
20,362 | US | This wine is massively ripe, with black currant, dark chocolate and anise flavors. Cabernet Sauvignon brings a black currant note and tannic power, Cabernet Franc adds a cherried richness, and Merlot lends a soft, feminine touch. The result is noble, but big, thick tannins call for time in the cellar. Consider opening from 2017, although it will go for a decade or two longer than that. | 94 | 150 | California | Bordeaux-style Red Blend |
43,812 | US | This shows a delicate silkiness and a sweet essence of wild raspberries that make it fully ready to drink now. But that quality obscures its subtleties of mineral, mushroomy earth and flower notes that add to this Pinot's great complexity. As good as it is now, it will have no trouble negotiating the next decade. | 92 | 52 | California | Pinot Noir |
84,456 | Italy | Violet and berry aromas lead into juicy black cherry and red currant flavors. A hint of clove adds interest while fresh acidity and soft tannins makes this wine already extremely enjoyable. Drink through 2016. | 87 | 15 | Tuscany | Red Blend |
59,135 | Spain | Fiery berry and cherry aromas emerge with a hint of milk chocolate. This wine feels high in acidity, with raspberry, tart red plum and spice flavors that finish with citrusy snap and grittiness. | 85 | 15 | Northern Spain | Tempranillo Blend |
16,920 | Italy | A medium-bodied wine, it delivers sensations of Alpine wild flowers and Granny Smith apple. The round palate is brightened by fresh acidity but you'll also feel the warmth of evident alcohol. | 86 | 18 | Northeastern Italy | Pinot Grigio |
89,380 | Spain | Aromatically, this everyday wine delivers floral berry and rubbery scents. It's full and a touch gummy feeling, with creaminess and candied flavors of cassis and plum. Overall it feels good and finishes short. | 86 | 14 | Northern Spain | Red Blend |
5,159 | US | A solid, straightforward, all-purpose Pinot Gris, this offers firm and spicy pear and apple fruit, some crisp phenolics giving it a racy edge, and a little bite to the back of the palate. It has the acidity to stand up to creamy pasta sauces or soft cheeses. | 87 | 17 | Oregon | Pinot Gris |
62,536 | US | A sleek texture and delicious, focused fruit flavors like cranberry and black cherry make this full-bodied wine mouthfilling and compelling. It offers density and richness, too, which helps extend the lightly sweet finish. | 90 | 12 | California | Red Blend |
28,746 | Spain | This wine is hard, piercing and pushy on the nose, with a chemical note. A rubbery, soft palate carries little to no edge, while flavors of cooked berry and carob finish with notes of raisin and rubber. This bullish wine has its good points but it's tough and challenging. | 84 | 53 | Northern Spain | Red Blend |
2,373 | Italy | Here's a bright and delicious ripasso, loaded with notes of black cherry, exotic spice, white pepper and a hint of bitter almond. It has both freshness and structure, making this perfect to pair with savory stews, salami or grilled steaks. | 88 | 20 | Veneto | Red Blend |
57,340 | US | Very rich and fruity, yet it tastes pretty sweet. If you enjoy a candied blackberry flavor, this could be for you. | 85 | 65 | California | Bordeaux-style Red Blend |
72,016 | US | Named for a barrel that once rolled off a cliff, this forward fruity wine blends numerous sources to craft an easy-drinking, no-frills style. Think a strawberry lollipop in a glass, and you're on the right track. That's not to say it lacks concentration, but its strength is the pretty fruit. | 88 | 23 | Oregon | Pinot Noir |
82,523 | Italy | This robust red opens with aromas suggesting forest floor, truffle, pressed violet and used leather. The hefty palate shows scorching alcohol, licorice and a hint of raisin but not much fruit richness. Clenching tannins leave an extremely astringent finish. | 87 | 65 | Tuscany | Sangiovese |
113,302 | Spain | For a rosé that was bottled more than two years ago, this is showing well. Citrus and bath soap aromas announce briny flavors of orange and tangerine. A tart, monotone finish holds steady. Drink immediately. | 85 | 13 | Northern Spain | Rosé |
13,466 | US | This blend of 50% Grenache, 33% Mourvèdre and 17% Syrah is quite a delicious and full package. The nose is pretty yet also dense and brawny, with aromas of baked black plum, wild blackberry, leather, sagebrush and lightly roasted coffee. There is lots of chalky texture on the palate and a pointed acidity, presenting exotic flavors of plum, mulberry, pepper spice and a touch of nutmeg. | 93 | 38 | California | Rhône-style Red Blend |
125,301 | Italy | Here's a vibrant and etched Brunello riserva that opens with a dark, inky color and pretty aromas of dark fruit and plum followed by tobacco and spice. The wine leaves a large and long-lasting impression in the mouth with bright acidity and delicate nuances of crushed stone and white pepper on the close. Drink after 2018. | 94 | 95 | Tuscany | Sangiovese Grosso |
5,014 | US | This is a 100% Cabernet, and its tannins are so strong that it's virtually undrinkable now. It displays class in every way, with an intense concentration of cassis liqueur and blackberry that's especially deep in the middle palate, but it also persists into a long, spicy finish. It would be a pity to open it before 2018, and it has the structure to go the long haul. | 94 | 145 | California | Cabernet Sauvignon |
9,349 | Spain | Earthy berry and licorice aromas are composed, lightly oaked and attractive. This standard Priorato blend of Grenache, Carignan and Syrah is fresh feeling, with a bolt of bracing acidity. Juicy plum and raspberry flavors finish loamy, earthy and balanced. For a wine that's no heavyweight, this is strong throughout. Drink through 2018. | 89 | 23 | Catalonia | Red Blend |
102,313 | France | Vines close to the Gironde are the source of this structured wine. It has rich berry fruits and a good balance between the fruit acidity and the wood. At the moment, it is dry and firm. Give it until 2018 and it will be a powerful wine. | 88 | 21 | Bordeaux | Bordeaux-style Red Blend |
101,162 | France | This rich, firmly structured wine comes from a nine-acre vineyard close to the village of Pommard. Its ripe black fruits are just starting to show through the dry core. Concentrated and powerful, it will be best from 2022. | 92 | 79 | Burgundy | Pinot Noir |
42,136 | US | Soft and somewhat vegetal, with asparagus-infused flavors of blackberries and cherries that finish dry and tannic. | 83 | 28 | California | Cabernet Sauvignon |
115,152 | France | Mandarin zest and the tenderest suspicion of rose petals hold lots of promise. This satisfying aroma continues on the medium-sweet palate where sweet citrus flesh meets spicy, aromatic orange peel. Lightness of touch marks this as a paradigm of subtlety, and its purity lingers. | 91 | 30 | Alsace | Gewürztraminer |
107,056 | Argentina | Candied blueberry and syrupy aromas jump from the glass. The palate, however, is tangy and underdeveloped, with herbal, sharp flavors of boysenberry and black raspberry. Not a lot to the finish other than heat and licorice. | 84 | 13 | Mendoza Province | Malbec |
50,663 | US | From its inky black color, you can tell that this is a big wine, and one sip confirms that impression. This is dry, full bodied and tannic, with explosive blackberry and raisin flavors as well as an edge of crisped beef. It's a little rustic, and the sweet fruit suggests pairing it with barbecue and roasted meat. | 87 | 30 | California | Red Blend |